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Preface Preface This manual is written for system integrators, PC technicians and knowledgeable PC users. It provides information for the installation and use of the C7P67 motherboard. About This Motherboard The C7P67 supports a single Intel® 2nd Generation Core i3/i5/i7 processor in an LGA 1155 socket. With the Intel® P67 Express chipset built in, the C7P67 motherboard offers substantial enhancement in system performance and storage capability for high performance system platforms in a sleek package.
C7P67 Motherboard User's Manual Conventions Used in This Manual Pay special attention to the following symbols for proper motherboard installation and to prevent damage to the system or injury to yourself: Danger/Caution: Instructions to be strictly followed to prevent catastrophic system failure or to avoid bodily injury, Warning: Important information given to ensure proper system installation or to prevent damage to the components, Note: Additional information given to differentiate between various mode
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C7P67 Motherboard User's Manual Table of Contents Preface Chapter 1 Introduction 1-1 1-2 Overview.......................................................................................................... 1-1 Chipset Overview . .......................................................................................... 1-9 Intel P67 Express Chipset Features................................................................ 1-9 1-3 Special Features...............................................................
Table of Contents Front Accessible Audio Header................................................................. 2-17 Front Control Panel........................................................................................ 2-18 Front Control Panel Pin Definitions............................................................... 2-19 Power LED ............................................................................................... 2-19 HDD LED...........................................................
C7P67 Motherboard User's Manual No Power......................................................................................................... 3-1 No Video.......................................................................................................... 3-2 Memory Errors ................................................................................................ 3-2 Losing the System’s Setup Configuration........................................................
Chapter 1: Introduction Chapter 1 Introduction 1-1 Overview Checklist Congratulations on purchasing your computer motherboard from an acknowledged leader in the industry. Supermicro boards are designed with the utmost attention to detail to provide you with the highest standards in quality and performance. Please check that the following items have all been included with your motherboard. If anything listed here is damaged or missing, contact your retailer.
C7P67 Motherboard User's Manual Motherboard Image (C7P67 Shown) Note: All graphics shown in this manual were based upon the latest PCB Revision available at the time of publishing of the manual. The motherboard you've received may or may not look exactly the same as the graphics shown in this manual.
Chapter 1: Introduction C7P67 Motherboard Layout HD AUDIO JPL1 LAN CTRL Slot7 PCI-E 2.0 X1 LAN1 USB11/12 USB13/10 KB/Mouse USB8/9 USB3.0 0/1 USB 2.0 0/1 USB 3.0 CTRL FAN4 JPW2 JCPUVRD_SMB C7P67 Slot6 PCI-E 2.0 X16 Slot4 PCI-E 2.0 X8 (INX16) PCI CTRL Slot2 PCI 33MHZ 1394_1 Slot1 PCI 33MHZ JI2C2 JI2C1 Slot5 PCI-E 2.0 X1 Slot3 PCI-E 2.0 X1 1394_2 J15 LAN CTRL JPAC1 JHD_AC1 J18 JPL2 JSPDIF_IN JSPDIF_OUT AUDIO FP Audio CTRL LAN2 Rev. 1.
C7P67 Motherboard User's Manual C7P67 Quick Reference JHD_ACI SPIDF-Out JPAC1 Slot4 Slot5 Slot6 SPIDF-In Slot3 JPL2 JPL1 Slot7 Audio FP JPL1 LAN CTRL LAN2 LAN1 USB11/12 KB/Mouse USB13/10 USB8/9 USB3.0 0/1 USB 2.0 0/1 Slot7 PCI-E 2.0 X1 JPW2 JPW2 JCPUVRD_SMB C7P67 Slot6 PCI-E 2.0 X16 Slot5 PCI-E 2.0 X1 USB 3.0 CTRL FAN4 Rev. 1.
Chapter 1: Introduction C7P67 Headers/Connectors Connector Description Audio_FP Front Panel Audio Header HD Audio High-Definition Audio Connector B1 Onboard Battery COM1/COM2 COM1/2 Serial Connection Headers BIOS AMI SPI BIOS Fans 1~4, Fan A System/CPU Fan Headers (Fan1: CPU Fan) J15/J18 IEEE 1394_1 (J15)/1394_2 (J18) Headers JCPUVRD SMB PWM SMB programming header (for debugging only) IDE IDE Connector Header JD1 Speaker/buzzer (Pins 1-2: Buzzer, Pins 1~4: External Speaker) JF1 Front
C7P67 Motherboard User's Manual Motherboard Features CPU Intel® 2nd Generation Core i3/i5/i7 processor in an LGA1155 socket. Memory Four (4) SDRAM slots support up to 32 GB of DDR3 Unbuffered, Non-ECC 1333/1066 memory Supports dual-channel memory bus DIMM sizes UDIMM 1 GB, 2 GB, 4GB, and 8GB Chipset Intel® P67 Express Expansion Slots Three (3) PCI Express 2.
Chapter 1: Introduction SPDIF_In and SPDIF_Out Headers DOM Power Connector DOM (Disk_on_Module) Power Connector Super I/O Nuvoton NCT6776F BIOS 32 Mb AMI BIOS® SPI Flash BIOS Play and Plug (PnP0, DMI 2.3, PCI 2.3, ACPI 1.0/2.0/3.0, USB Keyboard and SMBIOS 2.
C7P67 Motherboard User's Manual C7P67 Block Diagram SVID PCIe2.0_x8 5.0GT/s PCIe2.0_x8 5.0GT/s PCIe x16 SLOT #6 PCIe x8 SLOT #4 PCIe2.0_x8 5.0GT/s AS Media Switch ASM1440 INTEL LGA1155 (Socket-H2) PCIe2.0_x8 VRD12 5.0GT/s VRM 12 4 UDIMM DDR3 (CH1) DIMM1B 1333/1066MHz DIMM1A (Blue) DDR3 (CH2) DIMM2B 1333/1066MHz DIMM2A (Blue) x4 DMI 5GT/s PCIe x1 SLOT #3 PCIe x1 SLOT #5 PCIe x1 SLOT #7 1 PATA PORT 2 SATA-III PORTS PCIe2.0_x1 5.0GT/s PCIe2.0_x1 5.0GT/s PCIe2.0_x1 5.0GT/s Marvell 88SE9128 PCIe2.
Chapter 1: Introduction 1-2 Chipset Overview The C7P67 supports a single Intel® 2nd Generation Core i3/i5/i7 processor in the LGA 1155 Socket. Built upon the functionality and the capability of the P67 Express chipset, the motherboard provides substantial enhancement to system performance and storage capability for high performance platforms in a sleek package.
C7P67 Motherboard User's Manual 1-3 Special Features Recovery from AC Power Loss Basic I/O System (BIOS) provides a setting for you to determine how the system will respond when AC power is lost and then restored to the system. You can choose for the system to remain powered off, (in which case you must press the power switch to turn it back on), or for it to automatically return to a power-on state. See the Advanced BIOS Setup section to change this setting. The default setting is Last State.
Chapter 1: Introduction also configure Supero Doctor to provide you with warnings when the system temperature, CPU temperatures, voltages and fan speeds go beyond predefined thresholds. 1-5 ACPI Features ACPI stands for Advanced Configuration and Power Interface. The ACPI specification defines a flexible and abstract hardware interface that provides a standard way to integrate power management features throughout a PC system, including its hardware, operating system and application software.
C7P67 Motherboard User's Manual filter to shield the computer from noise. It is recommended that you also install a power surge protector to help avoid problems caused by power surges.
Chapter 2: Installation Chapter 2 Installation 2-1 Static-Sensitive Devices Electrostatic-Discharge (ESD) can damage electronic components. To avoid damaging your system board, it is important to handle it very carefully. The following measures are generally sufficient to protect your equipment from ESD. Precautions • Use a grounded wrist strap designed to prevent static discharge. • Touch a grounded metal object before removing the board from the antistatic bag.
C7P67 Motherboard User's Manual 2-2 Processor and Heatsink Installation ! Warning: When handling the processor package, avoid placing direct pressure on the label area of the fan. Notes: Always connect the power cord last, and always remove it before adding, removing or changing any hardware components. Make sure that you install the processor into the CPU socket before you install the CPU heatsink. If you buy a CPU separately, make sure that you use an Intel-certified multi-directional heatsink only.
Chapter 2: Installation 2. Gently lift the load lever to open the load plate. Remove the plastic cap. 3. Use your thumb and your index finger to hold the CPU at the North center edge and the South center edge of the CPU. North Center Edge South Center Edge 4. Align the CPU key that is the semi-circle cutouts against the socket keys. Once it is aligned, carefully lower the CPU straight down into the socket. (Do not drop the CPU on the socket. Do not move the CPU horizontally or vertically.
C7P67 Motherboard User's Manual 5. Do not rub the CPU against the surface or against any pins of the socket to avoid damaging the CPU or the socket.) 6. With the CPU inside the socket, inspect the four corners of the CPU to make sure that the CPU is properly installed. 7. Use your thumb to gently push the load lever down to the lever lock. CPU properly installed Load lever locked into place Warning: You can only install the CPU inside the socket only in one direction.
Chapter 2: Installation Installing an Active Fan CPU Heatsink 1. Locate the CPU Fan power connector on the motherboard. (Refer to the layout on the right for the CPU Fan location.) 2. Position the heatsink so that the heatsink fan wires are closest to the CPU fan power connector and are not interfered with other components. Thermal Grease 3. Inspect the CPU Fan wires to make sure that the wires are routed through the bottom of the heatsink. 4.
C7P67 Motherboard User's Manual 7. Align the four heatsink fasteners with the mounting holes on the motherboard. Gently push the pairs of diagonal fasteners (#1 & #2, and #3 & #4) into the mounting holes until you hear a click. Also, make sure to orient each fastener so that the narrow end of the groove is pointing outward. 8. Repeat Step 7 to insert all four heatsink fasteners into the mounting holes. 9.
Chapter 2: Installation Removing the Heatsink Warning: We do not recommend that the CPU or the heatsink be removed. However, if you do need to remove the heatsink, please follow the instructions below to remove the heatsink and to prevent damage done to the CPU or other components. Active Heatsink Removal Unplug the PWR cord 1. Unplug the power cord from the power supply. 2. Disconnect the heatsink fan wires from the CPU fan header. 3.
C7P67 Motherboard User's Manual 2-3 Installing DDR3 Memory Note: Check the Supermicro website for recommended memory modules. CAUTION Exercise extreme care when installing or removing DIMM modules to prevent any possible damage. DIMM Installation 1. Insert the desired number of DIMMs into the memory slots, starting with DIMM1A (Channel 1, Slot A). (For best performance, please use the memory modules of the same type and speed in the same bank.) 2.
Chapter 2: Installation Memory Support The C7P67 supports up to 32GB of Unbuffered (UDIMM) DDR3 Non-ECC 1333/1066 MHz in 4 memory slots. Populating these DIMM modules with a pair of memory modules of the same type and same size will result in interleaved memory, which will improve memory performance.
C7P67 Motherboard User's Manual Possible System Memory Allocation & Availability System Device Size Physical Memory Remaining (-Available) (4 GB Total System Memory) Firmware Hub flash memory (System BIOS) 1 MB 3.99 Local APIC 4 KB 3.99 Area Reserved for the chipset 2 MB 3.99 I/O APIC (4 Kbytes) 4 KB 3.99 PCI Enumeration Area 1 256 MB 3.76 PCI Express (256 MB) 256 MB 3.51 PCI Enumeration Area 2 (if needed) -Aligned on 256-MB boundary- 512 MB 3.01 TSEG 1 MB 2.
Chapter 2: Installation 2-4 Motherboard Installation All motherboards have standard mounting holes to fit different types of chassis. Make sure that the locations of all the mounting holes for both motherboard and chassis match. Although a chassis may have both plastic and metal mounting fasteners, metal ones are highly recommended because they ground the motherboard to the chassis. Make sure that the metal standoffs click in or are screwed in tightly.
C7P67 Motherboard User's Manual Installing the Motherboard 1. Install the I/O shield into the chassis. 2. Locate the mounting holes on the motherboard. (See the previous page.) 3. Locate the matching mounting holes on the chassis. Align the mounting holes on the motherboard against the mounting holes on the chassis. 4. Install standoffs in the chassis as needed. 5. Install the motherboard into the chassis carefully to avoid damaging motherboard components. 6.
Chapter 2: Installation 2-5 Connectors/IO Ports The I/O ports are color coded in conformance with the PC 99 specification. See the figure below for the colors and locations of the various I/O ports. Backplane I/O Panel HD AUDIO JPL1 LAN2 LAN CTRL LAN1 USB11/12 USB13/10 KB/Mouse USB8/9 USB3.0 0/1 USB 2.0 0/1 Slot7 PCI-E 2.0 X1 USB 3.0 CTRL FAN4 JPW2 JCPUVRD_SMB C7P67 Slot6 PCI-E 2.0 X16 Slot4 PCI-E 2.
C7P67 Motherboard User's Manual ATX PS/2 Keyboard/Mouse Ports PS/2 Keyboard/Mouse Pin Definitions The ATX PS/2 keyboard and PS/2 mouse are located next to the Back Panel USB Ports 13/10 on the motherboard. See the table at right for pin definitions.
Chapter 2: Installation Universal Serial Bus (USB) Eight Universal Serial Bus 2.0 ports (USB 8/9, 13/10, 11/12, and 0/1) are located on the I/O back panel. In addition, two USB 3.0 Ports (USB 3.0 Ports 0/1) are also located above GLAN Port 1 on the backplane. Additionally, USB 2/3, 4/5 are used to provide front chassis access. USB Cables are not included. See the tables on the right for pin definitions. Back Panel USB (3.0) #0/1 Pin Definitions Back Panel USB (2.
C7P67 Motherboard User's Manual Ethernet Ports Two Gigabit Ethernet ports (LAN1/ LAN2) are located next to the HD Audio Connector on the I/O Backpanel to provide network connections. These ports accept RJ45 type cables. Note Please refer to the LED Indicator Section for LAN LED information.
Chapter 2: Installation (Back_Panel) High Definition Audio (HD Audio) This motherboard features a 7.1+2 Channel High Definition Audio (HDA) codec that provides 10 DAC channels. The HD Audio connections simultaneously supports multiple-streaming 7.1 sound playback with 2 channels of independent stereo output through the front panel stereo out for front, rear, center and subwoofer speakers. Use the Advanced software included in the CD-ROM with your motherboard to enable this function.
C7P67 Motherboard User's Manual Front Control Panel JF1 contains header pins for various buttons and indicators that are normally located on a control panel at the front of the chassis. These connectors are designed specifically for use with Supermicro chassis. See the figure below for the descriptions of the front control panel buttons and LED indicators. Refer to the following section for descriptions and pin definitions. C7P67 Rev. 1.
Chapter 2: Installation Front Control Panel Pin Definitions Power LED Pin Definitions (JF1) Power LED The Power LED connection is located on pins 15 and 16 of JF1. Refer to the table on the right for pin definitions. Pin# Definition 15 +5V 16 Ground HDD LED The HDD LED connection is located on pins 13 and 14 of JF1. Attach a cable here to indicate the status of HDD-related activities, including IDE, SATA activities. See the table on the right for pin definitions.
C7P67 Motherboard User's Manual NIC1/NIC2 (LAN1/LAN2) LAN1/LAN2 LED Pin Definitions (JF1) The NIC (Network Interface Controller) LED connection for LAN port 1 is located on pins 11 and 12 of JF1, and the LED connection for LAN Port 2 is on Pins 9 and 10. NIC1 LED and NIC2 LED are 2-pin NIC LED headers. Attach NIC LED cables to NIC1 and NIC2 LED indicators to display network activities. Refer to the table on the right for pin definitions.
Chapter 2: Installation Reset Button The Reset Button connection is located on pins 3 and 4 of JF1. Attach it to a hardware reset switch on the computer case to reset the system. Refer to the table on the right for pin definitions. Reset Button Pin Definitions (JF1) Pin# Definition 3 Reset 4 Ground Power Button The Power Button connection is located on pins1 and 2 of JF1. Momentarily contacting both pins will power on/off the system.
C7P67 Motherboard User's Manual 2-6 Connecting Cables This section provides brief descriptions and pin-out definitions for onboard headers and connectors. Be sure to use the correct cable for each header or connector. For information on Backpanel USB and Front Panel USB ports, refer to Page 2-17. For Front Panel Audio, please refer to Page 2-19.
Chapter 2: Installation Fan Headers Fan Header Pin Definitions The C7P67 has five fan headers (Fan 1~Fan 4 and Fan A). These fans are 4-pin fan headers. However, Pins 1-3 of the fan headers are backward compatible with the traditional 3-pin fans (without fan speed control). A fan speed control setting in the BIOS Hardware Monitoring section allows the BIOS to automatically set fan speeds based on the system temperature. Refer to the table on the right for pin definitions.
C7P67 Motherboard User's Manual Internal Buzzer Internal Buzzer Pin Definition The Internal Buzzer (SP1) can be used to provide audible indications for various beep codes. See the table on the right for pin definitions. Pin# Pos. (+) Beep In Pin 2 Neg. (-) Alarm Speaker Speaker Speaker Connector Pin Definitions On the JD1 header, Pins 3~4 are used for internal speaker. Close Pins 3~4 with a cap to use the onboard speaker. If you wish to use an external speaker, close Pins 1~4 with a cable.
Chapter 2: Installation IEEE 1394a_1/ 1394a_2 Connection 1394_1 Pin Definitions 1394a_1 (J15) and 1394a_2 (J18) provide the IEEE 1394a connections on the motherboard. See the tables on the right for pin definitions. Pin# Definition Pin# Definition 1 PTPA0+ 2 PTPA0- 3 GND 4 GND 5 PTPB0+ 6 PTPB0- 7 PWR 1394a 8 PWR 1394a 10 Shield GND 1394_2 Pin Definitions HD AUDIO JPL1 LAN CTRL Slot7 PCI-E 2.
C7P67 Motherboard User's Manual Serial Ports Serial Ports-COM1/COM2 Pin Definitions Two COM connections (COM1 & COM2) are located on the motherboard. COM1 is located close to M-SATA ports 0/1. COM2 is located next to the IDE drive to provide additional onboard serial connection support. See the table on the right for pin definitions.
Chapter 2: Installation DOM PWR Connector DOM PWR Pin Definitions The Disk-On-Module (DOM) power connector, located at JWF1, provides 5V (Gen1/Gen) power to a solid_state DOM storage device connected to one of the SATA ports. See the table on the right for pin definitions. Pin# Definition 1 5V 2 Ground 3 Ground Wake-On-LAN Pin Definitions (JWOL) Wake-On-LAN The Wake-On-LAN header is located at JWOL on the motherboard. See the table on the right for pin definitions.
C7P67 Motherboard User's Manual Wake-On-Ring Wake-On-Ring Pin Definitions The Wake-On-Ring header is located at JWOR. This function allows your computer to wake up when receiving an incoming call to the modem while in the suspend state. See the table on the right for pin definitions. You must have a Wake-On-Ring card and a cable to use this feature. SPDIF_In/SPDIF_Out Headers JPL1 LAN CTRL Slot7 PCI-E 2.
Chapter 2: Installation 2-7 Jumper Settings Explanation of Jumpers To modify the operation of the motherboard, jumpers can be used to choose between optional settings. Jumpers create shorts between two pins to change the function of the connector. Pin 1 is identified with a square solder pad on the printed circuit board. Note: On two pin jumpers, "Closed" means the jumper is on, and "Open" means the jumper is off the pins.
C7P67 Motherboard User's Manual CMOS Clear JBT1 is used to clear CMOS. Instead of pins, this "jumper" consists of contact pads to prevent accidental clearing of CMOS. To clear CMOS, use a metal object such as a small screwdriver to touch both pads at the same time to short the connection. Always remove the AC power cord from the system before clearing CMOS. Note: For an ATX power supply, you must completely shut down the system, remove the AC power cord and then short JBT1 to clear CMOS.
Chapter 2: Installation Audio Enable Audio Enable/Disable Jumper Settings JPAC1 allows you to enable or disable the onboard audio support. The default position is on pins 1 and 2 to enable onboard audio connections. See the table on the right for jumper settings. Both Jumpers Definition Pins 1-2 Enabled Pins 2-3 Disabled IEEE 1394a Enable 1394a Enable/Disable Jumper Settings JPI1 allows you to enable or disable the onboard IEEE 1394a support.
C7P67 Motherboard User's Manual ME Recovery Enable ME Recovery Jumper Settings Close JPME1 to enable ME (Manufacture Mode) Recovery. See the table on the right for jumper settings. Settings Enabled Off Normal (Default) HD Audio/AC' 97 Audio Select Jumper Settings HD FP Audio/AC' 97 FP Audio Select Jumper JHD_AC1 allows the user to select between High-Definition Front Panel Audio and AC' 97 Front Panel Audio support. See the table on the right for jumper settings.
Chapter 2: Installation 2-8 Onboard Indicators LAN1 LAN2 Activity LED Link LED LAN 1/LAN 2 LEDs Two LAN ports (LAN 1/LAN 2) are located on the I/O backplane of the motherboard. Each Ethernet LAN port has two LEDs. The yellow LED indicates activity, while the Link LED may be green, amber, or off to indicate the speed of the connections. See the tables at right for more information.
C7P67 Motherboard User's Manual 2-9 SATA Connections Note the following conditions when connecting the Serial ATA disk drive cables: • Be sure to use the correct cable for each connector. Refer to Page 1-1 for cables that came with your shipment. • A red mark on a wire indicates the location of pin 1. SATA Connections Four Serial ATA (SATA) 3.0 connectors (I-SATA 0/1, M-SATA 0/1) are located on the motherboard. In addition, four SATA 2.0 (I-SATA 2~5) connectors are also located on the board.
Chapter 2: Installation IDE Connector IDE Drive Connector Pin Definitions AN IDE Connector is located on the motherboard. This connector can be used for a Compact Flash card. See the table on the right for pin definitions. HD AUDIO JPL1 LAN CTRL Slot7 PCI-E 2.
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Chapter 3: Troubleshooting Chapter 3 Troubleshooting 3-1 Troubleshooting Procedures Use the following procedures to troubleshoot your system. If you have followed all of the procedures below and still need assistance, refer to the ‘Technical Support Procedures’ and/or ‘Returning Merchandise for Service’ section(s) in this chapter. Always disconnect the AC power cord before adding, changing or installing any hardware components. Before Power On 1. Make sure that the Standby PWR LED (LED1) is not on.
C7P67 Motherboard User's Manual No Video 1. If the power is on, but you have no video--in this case, you will need to remove all the add-on cards and cables first. 2. Use the speaker to determine if any beep codes exist. (Refer to Appendix A for details on beep codes.) 3. Remove all memory modules and turn on the system. (If the alarm is on, check the specs of memory modules, reset the memory or try a different one.) Memory Errors 1.
Chapter 3: Troubleshooting does not sell directly to end users, so it is best to first check with your distributor or reseller for troubleshooting services. They should know of any possible problem(s) with the specific system configuration that was sold to you. 1. Please go through the ‘Troubleshooting Procedures’ and 'Frequently Asked Question' (FAQ) sections in this chapter or see the FAQs on our website (http://www.supermicro.com/support/faqs/) before contacting Technical Support. 2.
C7P67 Motherboard User's Manual our website at http://www.supermicro.com/support/bios/. Please check our BIOS warning message and the information on how to update your BIOS on our web site. Select your motherboard model and download the BIOS ROM file to your computer. Also, check the current BIOS revision to make sure that it is newer than your BIOS before downloading. You may choose the zip file or the .exe file.
Chapter 3: Troubleshooting Question: Why do I get an error message “IASTOR.SYS read error” and "press F6 to install Intel RAID driver" when installing Windows on my motherboard? Answer: To solve this issue, disable the IPMI jumper. Another solution is to use a USB floppy drive instead of the onboard floppy drive. For the IPMI jumper location, please check Chapter 1.
C7P67 Motherboard User's Manual Battery Installation 1. To install an onboard battery, follow the steps 1& 2 above and continue below: 2. Identify the battery's polarity. The positive (+) side should be facing up. 3. Insert the battery into the battery holder and push it down until you hear a click to ensure that the battery is securely locked. Warning: When replacing a battery, be sure to only replace it with the same type. Battery Holder 1 2 This side up 3-5 Press down until you hear a click.
Chapter 4: AMI BIOS Chapter 4 BIOS 4-1 Introduction This chapter describes the AMI BIOS Setup Utility for the C7P67. The AMI ROM BIOS is stored in a Flash EEPROM and can be easily updated. This chapter describes the basic navigation of the AMI BIOS Setup Utility setup screens. Note: For AMI BIOS Recovery, please refer to the UEFI BIOS Recovery Instructions listed in Appendix C. Starting BIOS Setup Utility To enter the AMI BIOS Setup Utility screens, press the key while the system is booting up.
C7P67 Motherboard User's Manual How to Start the Setup Utility Normally, the only visible Power-On Self-Test (POST) routine is the memory test. As the memory is being tested, press the key to enter the main menu of the AMI BIOS Setup Utility. From the main menu, you can access the other setup screens. An AMI BIOS identification string is displayed at the left bottom corner of the screen, below the copyright message. Warning! Do not upgrade the BIOS unless your system has a BIOS-related issue.
Chapter 4: AMI BIOS System Time/System Date Use this option to change the system time and date. Highlight System Time or System Date using the arrow keys. Key in new values through the keyboard and press . Press the key to move between fields. The date must be entered in MM/DD/YY format. The time is entered in HH:MM:SS format. Note: The time is in the 24-hour format. For example, 5:30 P.M. appears as 17:30:00.
C7P67 Motherboard User's Manual 4-3 Advanced Setup Configurations Use the arrow keys to select Boot Setup and press to access the submenu items: Aptio Setup Utility - Copyright (C) 2010 American Megatrends, Inc. Main Advanced Security Boot Exit System Boot Feature Setting.
Chapter 4: AMI BIOS tors will not capture Interrupt 19, and the drives attached to these adaptors will not function as bootable devices. The options are Enabled and Disabled. Power Configuration Power Button Function If this item is set to Instant_Off, the system will power off immediately as soon as the user presses the power button. If set to 4_Second_Override, the system will power off when the user presses the power button for 4 seconds or longer. The options are Instant_Off and 4_Second_Override.
C7P67 Motherboard User's Manual • Ratio Status: This item displays the status of the CPU ratio. • Ratio Actual Value: This item displays the actual value of the CPU ratio. Hardware Prefetcher (Available when supported by the CPU) If set to Enabled, the hardware prefetcher will prefetch streams of data and instructions from the main memory to the L2 cache in the forward or backward manner to improve CPU performance. The options are Disabled and Enabled.
Chapter 4: AMI BIOS Power Technology Use the features below to select system power management settings. Select Energy Efficient to minimize power use. Select Custom to customize power use settings. The options are Disabled, Energy Efficient and Custom. When this item is set to Custom, the following items will display: EIST EIST (Enhanced Intel SpeedStep Technology) allows the system to automatically adjust processor voltage and core frequency in an effort to reduce power consumption and heat dissipation.
C7P67 Motherboard User's Manual Factory Long-Duration Maintained This feature displays the long-term power maintenance setting set by the manufacturer. Long-Duration Maintained This feature displays the long-term power maintenance setting currently set for this system. Recommended Short-Duration Power Limit This feature displays the power limit recommended by the manufacturer for shortterm power use. The default setting is 1.25* Long Duration (that means, 1.
Chapter 4: AMI BIOS Memory Frequency Use this feature to force the system memory to run at a different frequency from the frequency specified by the memory module. The options are Auto, Force DDR-800, Force DDR-1066, Force DDR-1333 and Force DDR-1600. Performance Tuner This feature allows the user to the BIOS settings to improve CPU performance. Intel Extreme Memory Profile (X.M.P) Select Enable to support Intel Extreme Memory Profile technology to improve CPU performance.
C7P67 Motherboard User's Manual DRAM Active to Precharge Delay (tRAS) This item displays the minimum number of clock cycles needed for the system to access a certain row of data in a memory module between the time when data request is made and the time when the precharge command is completed. The range of DRAM Active to Precharge Delay is between 0~34ns, and the step (increment) is 1ns. The default setting is Auto. System Voltage This feature displays system voltage settings.
Chapter 4: AMI BIOS and to disable PCI-E support when no PCI-E device is detected. The options are Enabled, Disabled, and Auto. PEG Force Gen1 Select Enabled to downgrade PCI-Express connections to support PCI-E Generation 1 devices. The options are Disabled and Enabled. Detect Non-Compliance Device Select Enabled for the system to automatically detect if a non-compliance PCIExpress device, which is not compatible to onboard PCI-E support, has been installed in a PCI-E slot.
C7P67 Motherboard User's Manual Deep Sx Use this feature to configure the power state of the system when it is in the deep sleep state. Please note that the deep S4/S5 state is supported in DC only for mobile systems. The deep S4/S5 state is supported in AC only for desktop systems. The options are Disabled, Enabled in S5, and Enabled in S4 and S5. Onboard Chip Configuration This submenu allows the user to configure Onboard Chip settings. USB 3.0 Legacy Support Select Enabled to support USB 3.
Chapter 4: AMI BIOS IDE /SATA Configuration When this submenu is selected, the AMI BIOS automatically detects the presence of the IDE/SATA Devices and displays the following items: SATA Mode • This feature allows the user to configure the SATA mode for a drive specified. The options are IDE Mode, AHCI Mode, RAID Mode and Disabled. When the option-IDE Mode is select, the following items will display: Serial-ATA Controller 0 This feature allows the user to set the serial_link mode for SATA Controller 0.
C7P67 Motherboard User's Manual Hot-Plug Select Enabled to enable hot-plug support for a SATA device installed in a SATA port specified by the user. The options are Enabled and Disabled. • When the option-RAID Mode is selected, the following items will appear. SATA Port0~ SATA Port5 The AMI BIOS will automatically detect the presence of a device installed in a SATA port specified by a user, and displays the following items for configuration.
Chapter 4: AMI BIOS Load Onboard LAN1 Option ROM/Load Onboard LAN2 Option ROM Select Enabled to enable LAN OPROM for PXE. This is to boot computers using a network interface. The options are Disabled and Enabled. Super IO Device Configuration Serial Port1/Serial Port2 Select Enabled to enable COM Port1 or COM Port2. The options are Enabled and Disabled.
C7P67 Motherboard User's Manual CPU Temperature The CPU thermal technology that reports absolute temperatures (Celsius/Fahrenheit) has been upgraded to a more advanced feature by Intel in its newer processors. The basic concept is each CPU is embedded by unique temperature information that the motherboard can read. This ‘Temperature Threshold’ or ‘Temperature Tolerance’ has been assigned at the factory and is the baseline on which the motherboard takes action during different CPU temperature conditions (i.
Chapter 4: AMI BIOS System Temperature/Peripheral Temperature: The system temperature and the peripheral temperature will be displayed (in degrees in Celsius and Fahrenheit) as it is detected by the BIOS. Fan 1 Speed~ Fan 4 Speed, Fan A Speed This feature displays the fan speed readings from Fan1~Fan 4 and Fan A. Voltage Monitoring This feature displays the voltage readings for the items below. Vcore, 12V, V_DIMM, 5Vcc, VTT_CPU, AVcc, 3.3Vcc, VSB and VBAT.
C7P67 Motherboard User's Manual Trusted Computing (Available when an Onboard TPM Module is detected) This feature allows the user to configure Trusting Computing settings. TPM Support Select Enabled to enable TPM (Trusted Platform Module) support for system security and data integrity. The options are Disabled and Enabled. If this option is set to Enabled, the following items will display. TPM State Select Enabled to display the status of TPM support for this system. The options are Disabled and Enabled.
Chapter 4: AMI BIOS Intel TXT (LT) Configuration (Available when Secure Mode Extension (SMX), Virtual Technology (VT) and VT-d are enabled) This feature allows the user to configure Intel Trusted Execution Technology Settings. (Please refer to the sections: Processor & Clock and System Agent in the Advanced submenu for VT and VT_d configuration.) Secure Mode Extension (SMX) This item indicates if SMX is enabled or not. Intel TXT (LT) Support This item indicates if Intel TXT (LT) is enabled or not.
C7P67 Motherboard User's Manual User Password If User Password is selected for the system, a password is needed for a user to enter the system at bootup or to enter the BIOS Setup utility. While in the BIOS Setup utility, the user is only allowed to view BIOS items without making changes to the BIOS settings.
Chapter 4: AMI BIOS Delete Boot Option Use this feature to remove an EFI boot option from the boot order. 4-6 Exit Options Select the Exit tab from the AMI BIOS Setup Utility screen to enter the Exit BIOS Setup screen. Aptio Setup Utility - Copyright (C) 2010 American Megatrends, Inc. Main Advanced Security Boot Exit Save Changes and Exit Discard Changes and Exit Discard Changes Exit system setup after saving the changes.
C7P67 Motherboard User's Manual Save as User Defaults Select this feature and press in the dialog box for the AMI BIOS to save the default settings that you've selected as the "User Defaults" for future use. Boot Override Launch EFI Shell from Filesystem Device Select this feature and press in the dialog box for the AMI BIOS to save the changes you've made on the built-in EFI (Extensible Firmware Interface) Shell settings and reboot the system.
Appendix A: POST Error Beep Codes Appendix A BIOS Error Beep Codes During the POST (Power-On Self-Test) routines, which are performed each time the system is powered on, errors may occur. Non-fatal errors are those which, in most cases, allow the system to continue with bootup. The error messages normally appear on the screen. Fatal errors will not allow the system to continue to bootup. If a fatal error occurs, you should consult with your system manufacturer for possible repairs.
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Appendix B: Software Installation Instructions Appendix B Software Installation Instructions B-1 Installing Drivers After you've installed the Windows Operating System, a screen as shown below will appear. You are ready to install software programs and drivers that have not yet been installed. To install these software programs and drivers, click the icons to the right of these items. (Note: To install the Windows Operating System, please refer to the instructions posted on our website at http://www.
C7P67 Motherboard User's Manual B-2 Configuring Supero Doctor III The Supero Doctor III program is a Web-based management tool that supports remote management capability. It includes Remote and Local Management tools. The local management is called the SD III Client. The Supero Doctor III program included on the CDROM that came with your baseboard allows you to monitor the environment and operations of your system.
Appendix B: Software Installation Instructions Supero Doctor III Interface Display Screen-II (Remote Control) Note: SD III Software Revision 1.0 can be downloaded from our Website at: ftp://ftp.Supermicro.com/utility/Supero_Doctor_III/. You can also download SDIII User's Guide at: http://www.supermicro.com/PRODUCT/ Manuals/SDIII/UserGuide.pdf. For Linux, we will still recommend that you use Supero Doctor II.
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Appendix C: UEFI BIOS Recovery Appendix C UEFI BIOS Recovery Instructions Warning! Do not upgrade the BIOS unless your system has a BIOS-related issue. Flashing the wrong BIOS can cause irreparable damage to the system. In no event shall Supermicro be liable for direct, indirect, special, incidental, or consequential damages arising from a BIOS update. If you need to update the BIOS, do not shut down or reset the system while the BIOS is updating to avoid possible boot failure.
C7P67 Motherboard User's Manual a USB CD/DVD ROM/RW device can be used for this purpose. However, a USB Hard Disk drive cannot be used for BIOS recovery at this time. To perform UEFI BIOS recovery using a USB-attached device, follow the instructions below. 1. Using a different machine, copy the "Super.ROM" binary image file into the disc Root "\" Directory of a USB device or a writeable CD/DVD. Note: If you cannot locate the "Super.ROM" file in your driver disk, visit our website at www.supermicro.
Appendix C: UEFI BIOS Recovery 5. When the screen as shown above displays, using the arrow key, select the item- "Proceed with flash update" and press the key. You will see the progress of BIOS Recovery as shown in the screen below. Note: Do not interrupt the process of BIOS flashing until it is completed. 6. After the process of BIOS Recovery is complete, press any key to reboot the system. 7. Using a different system, extract the BIOS package into a bootable USB flash drive.
C7P67 Motherboard User's Manual 8. When a DOS prompt appears, enter AMI.BAT BIOSname.### at the prompt. Note: Do not interrupt this process until BIOS flashing is completed. 9. After seeing the message that BIOS update is completed, unplug the AC power cable from the power supply to clear CMOS, and then plug the AC power cable in the power supply again to power on the system. 10. Press continuously to enter the BIOS Setup utility. 11. Press to load default settings. 12.
(Disclaimer Continued) The products sold by Supermicro are not intended for and will not be used in life support systems, medical equipment, nuclear facilities or systems, aircraft, aircraft devices, aircraft/emergency communication devices or other critical systems whose failure to perform be reasonably expected to result in significant injury or loss of life or catastrophic property damage.
