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  • Page 1 A+ S ERvER AS -1023US-TR4 USER’S MANUAL Revision 1.0a...
  • Page 2 State of California, USA. The State of California, County of Santa Clara shall be the exclusive venue for the resolution of any such disputes. Supermicro's total liability for all claims will not exceed the price paid for the hardware product.
  • Page 3: About This Manual

    If you have any questions, please contact our support team at: support@supermicro.com This manual may be periodically updated without notice. Please check the Supermicro website for possible updates to the manual revision level. Warnings Special attention should be given to the following symbols used in this manual.
  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    A+ Server AS -1023US-TR4 User's Manual Contents Chapter 1 Introduction 1.1 Overview ..........................8 1.2 Unpacking the System ......................8 1.3 System Features ........................9 1.4 Chassis Features .......................10 Control Panel ........................10 Chassis Front ........................11 Chassis Rear ........................12 1.5 Motherboard Layout ......................13 Quick Reference .......................14 System Block Diagram ......................15 1.6 Where to Get Replacement Components ................16 1.7 Returning Merchandise for Service ..................16...
  • Page 5 Preface Chapter 3 Maintenance and Component Installation 3.1 Removing Power ........................25 3.2 Accessing the System ......................26 3.3 Motherboard Components ....................27 Processor and Heatsink Installation ..................27 Memory Installation ......................34 Memory Support ......................34 DIMM Module Population Sequence ................35 DIMM Installation ......................36 DIMM Removal ......................36 Motherboard Battery ......................37 3.4 Chassis Components ......................38 Storage Drives ........................38...
  • Page 6 A+ Server AS -1023US-TR4 User's Manual Chapter 5 Software 5.1 OS Installation ........................63 Installing the Windows OS for a RAID System ..............63 Installing Windows to a Non-RAID System ..............63 5.2 Driver Installation ........................64 5.3 SuperDoctor 5 ........................65 ® 5.4 IPMI ............................66 Chapter 6 BIOS 6.1 Introduction .........................67 Starting BIOS Setup Utility ....................67...
  • Page 7: Contacting Supermicro

    Super Micro Computer, Inc. 980 Rock Ave. San Jose, CA 95131 U.S.A. Tel: +1 (408) 503-8000 Fax: +1 (408) 503-8008 Email: marketing@supermicro.com (General Information) support@supermicro.com (Technical Support) Website: www.supermicro.com Europe Address: Super Micro Computer B.V. Het Sterrenbeeld 28, 5215 ML...
  • Page 8: Chapter 1 Introduction

    A+ Server AS -1023US-TR4 User's Manual Chapter 1 Introduction 1.1 Overview This chapter provides a brief outline of the functions and features of the AS -1023US-TR4 A+ server. It is based on the H11DSU-iN motherboard and the SC819UTS-R1K02P-T chassis. In addition to the motherboard and chassis, several important parts that are included with the system are listed below.
  • Page 9: System Features

    Chapter 1: Introduction 1.3 System Features The following table is an overview of the main features of the AS -1023US-TR4 server. System Features Motherboard H11DSU-iN Chassis SC819UTS-R1K02P-T Dual AMD EPYC 7000 Series in an SP3 socket Chipset System on Chip Memory Up to 4 TB of ECC DDR4 2400/2666 MHz speed, RDIMM/LRDIMM/3DS/NVDIMM memory in 32 slots Size...
  • Page 10: Chassis Features

    A+ Server AS -1023US-TR4 User's Manual 1.4 Chassis Features Control Panel Power switches and status LEDs are located on the control panel on the front of the chassis. Figure 1-1. Control Panel Control Panel Features Item Features Description The main power switch applies or removes primary power from the power supply Power button to the server but maintains standby power.
  • Page 11: Chassis Front

    Chapter 1: Introduction Information LED Status Description Continuously on and An overheat condition has occurred. (This may be caused by cable congestion.) Blinking red (1Hz) Fan failure, check for an inoperative fan. Power failure, check for a non-operational power Blinking red (0.25Hz) supply.
  • Page 12: Chassis Rear

    A+ Server AS -1023US-TR4 User's Manual Chassis Rear The illustration below shows the features included on the rear of the chassis. Power supply modules display status lights. Figure 1-3. Rear View Chassis Rear Features Item Features Description Power Supply Two redundant power supply modules Four RJ45 LAN ports (Ultra riser card) Two USB 3.0 ports IPMI...
  • Page 13: Motherboard Layout

    Chapter 1: Introduction 1.5 Motherboard Layout Below is a layout of the H11DSU-iN with jumper, connector and LED locations shown. See the table on the following page for descriptions. For detailed descriptions, pinout information and jumper settings, refer to Chapter 4. IPMI LAN COM1 USB0/1...
  • Page 14: Quick Reference

    A+ Server AS -1023US-TR4 User's Manual Quick Reference Jumper Description Default Setting CPLD Code Programming Debug message through CPU UART0 JBR2 Debug Mode for IPMI Use Pins 1-2 (Normal) JBT1 CMOS Clear Open (Normal) JPG1 VGA Enable/Disable Pins 1-2 (Enabled) JVR1 VRM Code Programming Pin1: CLK, Pin2: DAT...
  • Page 15: System Block Diagram

    Chapter 1: Introduction Description State: Status Power LED Solid Green: Power On LED1 UID LED Solid Blue: UID Switch On LEDM1 BMC Heartbeat LED Blinks: Functioning normally System Block Diagram H11DSU-i(N) IPMI LAN RJ45 AMD SP3 Rev. 1.02 Rear USB Micro SD RTL8211F DDR4...
  • Page 16: Where To Get Replacement Components

    For faster service, RMA authorizations may be requested online (http://www.supermicro.com/ support/rma/). Whenever possible, repack the chassis in the original Supermicro carton, using the original packaging material. If these are no longer available, be sure to pack the chassis securely, using packaging material to surround the chassis so that it does not shift within the carton and become damaged during shipping.
  • Page 17: Chapter 2 Server Installation

    Chapter 2: Server Installation Chapter 2 Server Installation 2.1 Overview This chapter provides advice and instructions for mounting your system in a server rack. If your system is not already fully integrated with processors, system memory etc., refer to Chapter 4 for details on installing those specific components. Caution: Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) can damage electronic components.
  • Page 18: Server Precautions

    A+ Server AS -1023US-TR4 User's Manual • In single rack installations, stabilizers should be attached to the rack. In multiple rack in- stallations, the racks should be coupled together. • Always make sure the rack is stable before extending a server or other component from the rack.
  • Page 19: Circuit Overloading

    Chapter 2: Server Installation Circuit Overloading Consideration should be given to the connection of the equipment to the power supply circuitry and the effect that any possible overloading of circuits might have on overcurrent protection and power supply wiring. Appropriate consideration of equipment nameplate ratings should be used when addressing this concern.
  • Page 20: Installing The Rails

    A+ Server AS -1023US-TR4 User's Manual 2.3 Installing the Rails There are a variety of rack units on the market, which may require a slightly different assembly procedure. This rail set fits a rack between 25.6" and 33" deep. The following is a basic guideline for installing the system into a rack with the rack mounting hardware provided.
  • Page 21: Installing The Outer Rails Onto The Rack

    Chapter 2: Server Installation Installing the Outer Rails onto the Rack Each end of the assembled outer rail includes a bracket with square pegs to fit into your rack holes. If you have an older rack with round holes, these brackets must be removed, and you must use screws to secure the rail to the rack.
  • Page 22: Installing The Chassis Into A Rack

    A+ Server AS -1023US-TR4 User's Manual 2.4 Installing the Chassis into a Rack Once rails are attached to the chassis and the rack, you can install the server. 1. Pull the middle rail out of the front of the outer rail and make sure that the ball bearing shuttle is locked at the front of the middle rail.
  • Page 23: Removing The Chassis From The Rack

    Chapter 2: Server Installation Removing the Chassis from the Rack Caution! It is dangerous for a single person to off-load the heavy chassis from the rack without assistance. Be sure to have sufficient assistance supporting the chassis when removing it from the rack.
  • Page 24: Installing The Server Into A Telco Rack

    A+ Server AS -1023US-TR4 User's Manual Installing the Server into a Telco Rack To install the server into a Telco (or “open”) type rack, use L-shaped brackets (p/n MCP-290- 00015-0N) on either side of the chassis (four total). 1. Determine how far the server will extend out from the front of the rack. The chassis should be positioned so that the weight is balanced between front and back.
  • Page 25: Chapter 3 Maintenance And Component Installation

    Chapter 3: Maintenance and Component Installation Chapter 3 Maintenance and Component Installation This chapter provides instructions on installing and replacing main system components. To prevent compatibility issues, only use components that match the specifications and/or part numbers given. Installation or replacement of most components require that power first be removed from the system.
  • Page 26: Accessing The System

    A+ Server AS -1023US-TR4 User's Manual 3.2 Accessing the System The SC819U chassis features a removable top cover that allows access to components. Check that all ventilation openings in the chassis are clear and unobstructed. Removing the Top Cover • Press the two release buttons and slide the cover toward the rear and off.
  • Page 27: Motherboard Components

    CPU socket cap is in place and none of the socket pins are bent; otherwise, contact your retailer immediately. • Refer to the Supermicro website for updates on CPU support. Installing the Processor and Heatsink Begin by removing power from the system as described in Section 3.1.
  • Page 28 A+ Server AS -1023US-TR4 User's Manual 2. The spring-loaded Force Frame will raise up after the last screw (#1) is removed. Gently allow it to lift up to its stopping position. Figure 3-3. Raising the Force Frame 3. Lift the Rail Frame up by gripping the lift tabs near the front end of the rail frame. While keeping a secure grip of the Rail Frame, lift it to a position so you can do the next step of removing the External Cap.
  • Page 29 Chapter 3: Maintenance and Component Installation 4. Remove the External Cap from the Rail Frame by pulling it upwards through the rail guides on the Rail Frame. External Cap PnP Cover Cap Figure 3-5. Removing the External Cap 5. The CPU Package is shipped from the factory with the blue Carrier Frame pre- assembled.
  • Page 30 A+ Server AS -1023US-TR4 User's Manual Note: You can only install the CPU inside the socket in one direction with the handle at the top. Make sure that it is properly inserted into the CPU socket before closing the Rail Frame plate.
  • Page 31 Chapter 3: Maintenance and Component Installation Figure 3-8. Securing the Force Frame 10. Replace the screws in the order 1-2-3, tightening to 16.1 kgf-cm (14 lbf-in) of torque. The Force Frame secures both the Rail Frame and CPU Package. Caution: Tightening must be executed in proper 1-2-3 sequence to avoid causing catastrophic damage to the socket or CPU Package.
  • Page 32 A+ Server AS -1023US-TR4 User's Manual 11. Lower the heatsink down till it rests securely on CPU Package over the four screw holes on the socket frame. Figure 3-10. Mounting the Heatsink 12. Using a diagonal pattern and a Torx T20 driver, tighten the four heatsink screws evenly to 16.1 kgf-cm (14.0 lbf-in) of torque.
  • Page 33 Chapter 3: Maintenance and Component Installation Removing a Heatsink We do not recommend removing the heatsink. If necessary, please follow the instructions below to prevent damage to the CPU or the CPU socket. Note: Wait for the heatsink to cool down before removing it. 1.
  • Page 34: Memory Installation

    LRDIMM/3DS/NVDIMM memory in thirty-two (32) slots. Refer to the table below for additional memory information. Check the Supermicro website for possible updates to memory support. Caution: Exercise extreme caution when installing or removing memory modules to prevent any possible damage to the DIMMs or slots.
  • Page 35: Dimm Module Population Sequence

    Chapter 3: Maintenance and Component Installation DIMM Module Population Sequence When installing memory modules, the DIMM slots should be populated in the following order: DIMMA2, DIMMB2, DIMMC2, DIMMD2, DIMME2, DIMMF2, DIMMG2, DIMMH2, then DIMMA1, DIMMB1, DIMMC1, DIMMD1, DIMME1, DIMMF1, DIMMG1, DIMMH1. •...
  • Page 36: Dimm Installation

    A+ Server AS -1023US-TR4 User's Manual DIMM Installation Insert the desired number of DIMMs into the memory slots in the order noted above. 1. Push the release tabs outwards on both ends of the DIMM slot to unlock it. Notches Release Tabs 2.
  • Page 37: Motherboard Battery

    Chapter 3: Maintenance and Component Installation Motherboard Battery The motherboard uses non-volatile memory to retain system information when system power is removed. This memory is powered by a lithium battery residing on the motherboard. Replacing the Battery Begin by removing power from the system as described in section 3.1. 1.
  • Page 38: Chassis Components

    Safe to remove NVMe device Amber Blinking at 1 Hz Attention state—do not remove NVMe device Note: Enterprise level hard disk drives are recommended for use in Supermicro chassis and servers. For information on recommended HDDs, visit the Supermicro website at http://www. supermicro.com/products/nfo/files/storage/SBB-HDDCompList.pdf.
  • Page 39 Chapter 3: Maintenance and Component Installation Removing a Hot-Swap Drive Carrier from the Chassis 1. Press the release button on the drive carrier, which will extend the drive carrier handle. 2. Use the drive carrier handle to pull the drive out of the chassis. Figure 3-14.
  • Page 40 A+ Server AS -1023US-TR4 User's Manual Installing a Drive 1. Remove the dummy drive, which comes pre-installed in the drive carrier, by removing the screws securing the dummy drive to the carrier. These screws are not used to mount the actual hard drive. Dummy Drive Hard Drive Carrier...
  • Page 41: Solid State Drives (Optional)

    Chapter 3: Maintenance and Component Installation M.2 Solid State Drives (optional) Up to two M.2 solid state drives (SSDs) can be installed on the RSC-UMR-8 riser card, with some restrictions. One M.2 socket supports PCI-E and one supports SATA. Several SSD lengths are supported—42mm, 60mm 80mm or 110mm. For each length, there is an hole in the storage adapter card for a plastic standoff.
  • Page 42 A+ Server AS -1023US-TR4 User's Manual Installing an M.2 SSD Caution: Use industry-standard anti-static equipment, such as gloves or wrist strap, and follow precautions to avoid damage caused by ESD. Locate the RSC-UMR-8 storage adapter card in the SXB2 slot on the motherboard. There is a plastic standoff in one of the holes.
  • Page 43: System Cooling

    Chapter 3: Maintenance and Component Installation System Cooling Eight 4-cm counter-rotating fans provide the cooling for the system. Each fan unit is actually made up of two fans joined back-to-back, which rotate in opposite directions. This counter- rotating action generates exceptional airflow and works to dampen vibration levels. Make sure the chassis top cover makes a good seal so the cooling air circulates properly through the chassis.
  • Page 44: System Fan Replacement

    3. Unplug the fan cable from the motherboard and remove the failed fan from the chassis. 4. Replace the failed fan with an identical 4cm fan, available from Supermicro. 5. Push the new fan into the vacant space in the housing while making sure the arrows on the top of the fan (indicating air direction) point in the same direction as the arrows on the other fans.
  • Page 45: Installing The Air Shroud

    Chapter 3: Maintenance and Component Installation Installing the Air Shroud Air shrouds concentrate airflow to maximize fan efficiency. Install an air shroud for each CPU. Any desired expansion cards should be installed before the air shroud. Installing the Air Shroud •...
  • Page 46: Checking The Server Air Flow

    A+ Server AS -1023US-TR4 User's Manual Checking the Server Air Flow • Make sure there are no objects to obstruct airflow in and out of the server. • If you are using a front bezel, make sure the bezel filter is replaced periodically. •...
  • Page 47: Power Supply

    It should be replaced as soon as convenient. The power supply modules are hot-swappable, meaning they can be changed without powering down the system. New units can be ordered directly from Supermicro or authorized distributors. These power supplies are auto-switching capable. This feature enables them to automatically sense the input voltage and operate at a 100-120v or 180-240v.
  • Page 48: Installing Expansion Cards

    Installing Expansion Cards The system accepts two full height full-length expansion cards and one low profile card, mounted on a riser card and riser bracket. The low profile slot may be used for a Supermicro SAS controller card. Figure 3-22. PCI Expansion Card Chassis Slots...
  • Page 49 Chapter 3: Maintenance and Component Installation Installing an Expansion Card 1. Power down the system as described in section 3.1 and remove the cover. 2. Remove the bracket and sections of the chassis in the rear. Small screwdriver icons are etched into the chassis pieces to help identify which screws must be removed.
  • Page 50 A+ Server AS -1023US-TR4 User's Manual 5. Insert the riser card into the motherboard expansion slot while aligning the riser card bracket with the rear of the chassis. Secure the bracket with screws. Expansion Cards Figure 3-25. Expansion cards Installed...
  • Page 51: Removing The Ultra Riser Card

    Chapter 3: Maintenance and Component Installation Removing the Ultra Riser Card To remove the Ultra riser card, use two hands. One hand lifts the mylar release tab and the other hand lifts at the PCI-E x8 slot at the same time. Caution: Lifting at only one of these points may cause damage to connectors on the motherboard.
  • Page 52: Chapter 4 Motherboard Connections

    A+ Server AS -1023US-TR4 User's Manual Chapter 4 Motherboard Connections This section describes the connections on the motherboard and provides pinout definitions. Note that depending on how the system is configured, not all connections are required. The LEDs on the motherboard are also described here. A motherboard layout indicating component locations may be found in Chapter 1.
  • Page 53: Headers And Connectors

    Chapter 4: Motherboard Connections 4.2 Headers and Connectors The data cables in the system have been carefully routed to maintain airflow efficiency. If you disconnect any of these cables, take care to re-route them as they were originally. Important! Make sure the the cables do not come into contact with the fans. Fan Headers There are eight fan headers on the motherboard.
  • Page 54 A TPM is a security device that supports encryption and authentication in hard drives. It enables the motherboard to deny access if the TPM associated with the hard drive is not installed in the system. For more information on TPM: http://www.supermicro.com/manuals/other/TPM.pdf. Trusted Platform Module Header Pin Definitions...
  • Page 55: Control Panel

    Control Panel JF1 contains header pins for various control panel connections designed specifically for use with Supermicro chassis. See the figure below for the pin locations and definitions of the control panel buttons and LED indicators. All JF1 wires have been bundled into a single cable to simplify this connection. Make sure the red wire plugs into pin 1 as marked on the motherboard.
  • Page 56 A+ Server AS -1023US-TR4 User's Manual Power Button The Power Button connection is located on pins 1 and 2 of JF1. Momentarily contacting both pins will power on/off the system. This button can also be configured to function as a suspend button (with a setting in the BIOS - see Chapter 7).
  • Page 57 Chapter 4: Motherboard Connections Overheat (OH)/Fan Fail Connect an LED cable to pins 7 and 8 of JF1 to use the Overheat/Fan Fail LED connections. The LED on pin 8 provides warnings of overheat or fan failure. OH/Fan Fail Indicator OH/Fan Fail LED Status Pin Definitions (JF1)
  • Page 58 A+ Server AS -1023US-TR4 User's Manual Power LED The Power LED connection is located on pins 15 and 16 of JF1. Power LED Pin Definitions (JF1) Pin# Definition 3.3V Power LED NMI Button The non-maskable interrupt button header is located on pins 19 and 20 of JF1. NMI Button Pin Definitions (JF1) Pin#...
  • Page 59: Ports

    There are four LAN ports on the chassis rear provided by the Ultra add-on card. There is also a dedicated IPMI LAN port on the I/O back panel. For more information on IPMI, refer to the IPMI User's Guide posted on our website at http://www.supermicro.com.
  • Page 60: Jumpers

    A+ Server AS -1023US-TR4 User's Manual 4.4 Jumpers Explanation of Jumpers To modify the operation of the motherboard, jumpers are used to choose between optional settings. Jumpers create shorts between two pins to change the function associated with it. Pin 1 is identified with a square solder pad on the printed circuit board. See the motherboard layout page for jumper locations.
  • Page 61 Chapter 4: Motherboard Connections VGA Enable/Disable JPG1 allows you to enable or disable the VGA port using the onboard graphics controller. The default setting is Enabled. VGA Enable/Disable Jumper Settings Jumper Setting Definition Pins 1-2 Enabled Pins 2-3 Disabled Watch Dog JWD controls the Watch Dog function.
  • Page 62: Led Indicators

    A+ Server AS -1023US-TR4 User's Manual 4.5 LED Indicators LAN LEDs The LAN ports are located on the I/O back panel on the motherboard. Each Ethernet LAN port has two LEDs. The yellow LED indicates activity. Link LED, located on the left side of the LAN port, may be green, amber or off indicating the speed of the connection.
  • Page 63: Chapter 5 Software

    You must first configure RAID settings (if using RAID) before you install the Windows OS and the software drivers. To configure RAID settings, please refer to the RAID Configuration User Guides posted on our website at www.supermicro.com/support/manuals. Installing the Windows OS for a RAID System 1.
  • Page 64: Driver Installation

    A+ Server AS -1023US-TR4 User's Manual 5.2 Driver Installation The Supermicro FTP site contains drivers and utilities for your system at ftp://ftp.supermicro. com. Some of these must be installed, such as the chipset driver. After accessing the FTP site, go into the CDR_Images directory and locate the ISO file for your motherboard.
  • Page 65: Superdoctor ® 5

    5.3 SuperDoctor ® The Supermicro SuperDoctor 5 is a program that functions in a command-line or web-based interface for Windows and Linux operating systems. The program monitors such system health information as CPU temperature, system voltages, system power consumption, fan speed, and provides alerts via email or Simple Network Management Protocol (SNMP).
  • Page 66: Ipmi

    The H11DSU-iN supports the Intelligent Platform Management Interface (IPMI). IPMI is used to provide remote access, monitoring and management. There are several BIOS settings that are related to IPMI. For general documentation and information on IPMI, please visit our website at: http://www.supermicro.com/products/nfo/IPMI.cfm.
  • Page 67: Chapter 6 Bios

    Chapter 6: BIOS Chapter 6 BIOS 6.1 Introduction This chapter describes the AMI BIOS setup utility for the H11DSU-iN and provides the instructions on navigating the setup screens. The BIOS is stored in a Flash EEPROM and can be updated. Note: Due to periodic changes to the BIOS, some settings may have been added or deleted since this manual was published.
  • Page 68 HH:MM:SS format. Note: The time is in the 24-hour format. For example, 5:30 P.M. appears as 17:30:00. The date's default value is 01/01/2016 after RTC reset. Supermicro H11DSU-iN (Motherboard model) BIOS Version Build Date (of the BIOS) CPLD (Complex Programmable Logic Device) Version: This item displays the CPLD version used in the system.
  • Page 69: Advanced Setup Configurations

    Chapter 6: BIOS 6.3 Advanced Setup Configurations Use the arrow keys to select the Advanced tab and press <Enter> to access the submenu items. Caution: Take caution when changing the Advanced settings. An incorrect value, a very high DRAM frequency, or an incorrect DRAM timing setting may make the system unstable. If this occurs, revert to the manufacture default settings.
  • Page 70 A+ Server AS -1023US-TR4 User's Manual Wait For "F1" If Error Use this feature to force the system to wait until the 'F1' key is pressed if an error occurs. The options are Disabled and Enabled. INT19 (Interrupt 19) Trap Response Interrupt 19 is the software interrupt that handles the boot disk function.
  • Page 71: Iscsi Configuration

    Chapter 6: BIOS iSCSI Configuration  iSCSI Initiator Name This feature allows the user to enter the unique name of the iSCSI Initiator in IQN format. Once the name of the iSCSI Initiator is entered into the system, configure the proper settings for the following items.
  • Page 72: Serial Port Console Redirection

    A+ Server AS -1023US-TR4 User's Manual Serial Port Select Enabled to enable the selected onboard serial port. The options are Disabled and Enabled. Device Settings This item displays the status of a serial part specified by the user. Change Settings This feature specifies the base I/O port address and the Interrupt Request address of a serial port specified by the user.
  • Page 73 Chapter 6: BIOS Terminal Type This feature allows the user to select the target terminal emulation type for Console Redirection. Select VT100 to use the ASCII Character set. Select VT100+ to add color and function key support. Select ANSI to use the Extended ASCII Character Set. Select VT-UTF8 to use UTF8 encoding to map Unicode characters into one or more bytes.
  • Page 74 A+ Server AS -1023US-TR4 User's Manual Resolution 100x31 Select Enabled for extended-terminal resolution support. The options are Disabled and Enabled. Putty KeyPad This feature selects the settings for Function Keys and KeyPad used for Putty, which is a terminal emulator designed for the Windows OS. The options are VT100, LINUX, XTERMR6, SC0, ESCN, and VT400.
  • Page 75 Chapter 6: BIOS Stop Bits A stop bit indicates the end of a serial data packet. Select 1 Stop Bit for standard serial data communication. Select 2 Stop Bits if slower devices are used. The options are 1 and 2. Flow Control Use this feature to set the flow control for Console Redirection to prevent data loss caused by buffer overflow.
  • Page 76 A+ Server AS -1023US-TR4 User's Manual Serial Port for Out-of-Band Management/Windows Emergency Management Services (EMS) Console Redirection Select Enabled to enable EMS console redirection support for a serial port specified by the user. The options are Enabled and Disabled. *If the item above set to Enabled, the following items will become available for user's configuration: EMS Console Redirection Settings Out-of-Band Mgmt Port...
  • Page 77: Cpu Configuration

    Chapter 6: BIOS Data Bits Parity Stop Bits CPU Configuration NX Mode This setting Enables or Disables the no-execute page protection function. SVM Mode This setting Enables or Disables CPU Virtualization. CPB Mode This sets the CPB mode to Auto or Disable. C6 Mode Use this setting to Enable or Disable the C6 Mode.
  • Page 78 A+ Server AS -1023US-TR4 User's Manual SERR# Generation Use this setting to Enable or Disable the PCI device to generate SERR#. Above 4G Decoding This setting Enables or Disables 64-bit capable devices ability to be decoded in above 4G address space (only if the system supports 64-bit PCI decoding). SR-IOV Support If the system has SR-IOV capable PCI-E devices, this setting will Enable or Disable the Single Root IO Virtualization Support for the system.
  • Page 79: Pci Express Settings

    Chapter 6: BIOS Onboard LAN3 Option ROM Use this setting to select which firmware function is to be loaded for onboard LAN3 on the system. Options include Disabled, PXE and iSCSI. Onboard LAN4 Option ROM Use this setting to select which firmware function is to be loaded for onboard LAN4 on the system.
  • Page 80 A+ Server AS -1023US-TR4 User's Manual Link Training Timeout (uS) This setting defines the number of microseconds the software will wait before polling Link Training bit in the Link Status Register. Value is a field ranging between 10 to 10000 uS. Unpopulated Links In order to save power, the software will disable unpopulated PCI Express links if the option Disabled is chosen.
  • Page 81 Chapter 6: BIOS LTR Mechanism Enable If supported by hardware and set to Enabled, this setting enables the Latency Tolerance Reporting (LTR) Mechanism. Options include Disabled and Enabled. End-End TLP Prefix Blocking If supported by hardware and set to Enabled, this function will block forwarding of TLPs containing End-End TLP prefixes.
  • Page 82: Chipset

    A+ Server AS -1023US-TR4 User's Manual 6.4 Chipset Use this tab page to configure chipset settings. SMT Mode Use this setting to specify Simultaneous Multithreading. Options include Off for 1T single thread and Auto for 2T two-thread if your system is capable of it. SATA Controller Use this menu to configure SATA Controller parameter settings.
  • Page 83 Chapter 6: BIOS Bank Interleaving This setting allows you to Enable or Disable Bank Interleaving for your system. Channel Interleaving This setting allows you to Enable or Disable Channel Interleaving for your system. Memory Clear This setting allows you to Enable or Disable the Memory Clear function for your system. Socket 0 Information This sub-menu displays static information related to Socket 0 on your system.
  • Page 84: Amd Cbs

    A+ Server AS -1023US-TR4 User's Manual 6.5 AMD CBS Use this tab page to configure the AMD DBS settings. Zen Common Options RedirectForReturnDis This setting is used to configure for RedirectForReturnDis. Options include Auto, 1 and 0. L2 TLB Associativity This setting is used to configure for L2 TLB Associativity.
  • Page 85 Chapter 6: BIOS Global C-state Control This setting is used to configure for Global C-state Control. Options include Auto, Dis- abled and Enabled. Opcache Control This setting is used to configure for Opcache Control. Options include Auto, Disabled and Enabled. Custom Core Pstates Accept Submenu If you accept the set Core Pstates, then exit this menu.
  • Page 86 A+ Server AS -1023US-TR4 User's Manual Disable DF Sync Flood Propagation This setting allows you to disable DF Sync Flood propagation. Options include Sync flood disabled, Sync flood enabled and Auto. Freeze DF Mode Queues on Error This setting enables Freeze DF Mode Queues on Error. Options include Disabled, En- abled and Auto.
  • Page 87 Chapter 6: BIOS UMC Common Options DDR4 Common Options DRAM Timing Configuration I Accept OverClock Use this setting for Memory Overclock Settings. Options include Auto and En- abled. Common RAS Data Poisoning Use this setting to enable/disable data poisoning. Options include Disabled, Enabled and Auto.
  • Page 88 A+ Server AS -1023US-TR4 User's Manual NVDIMM Memory MBIST MBIST Enable Use this setting to Enable or Disable memory MBIST. MBIST SubType Test If MBIST is enabled above, then this setting becomes active and allows you to select the MBIST Subtest. Options include Single CS, Multiple CS, Connectivity and All Tests. NBIO Common Options NB Configuration IOMMU...
  • Page 89 Chapter 6: BIOS SATA Configuration Options SATA Controller Use this setting to enable/disable the OnChip SATA controller. Options include Enabled, Disabled and Auto. SATA RAS Support Use this setting to enable/disable SATA RAS Support. Options include Enabled, Dis- abled and Auto. SATA Disabled AHCI Prefetch Function Use this setting to enable/disable the SATA Disabled AHCI Prefetch function.
  • Page 90 A+ Server AS -1023US-TR4 User's Manual UART Configuration Options Uart 0 Enable (no HW FC if Uart 2 is Enabled) Use this setting to enable/disable UART 0. Options include Enabled, Disabled and Auto. Uart 1 Enable (no HW FC if Uart 3 is Enabled) Use this setting to enable/disable UART 1.
  • Page 91: Ipmi

    Chapter 6: BIOS 6.6 IPMI Use this tab page to configure Intelligent Platform Management Interface (IPMI) settings. BMC Firmware Revision This item indicates the IPMI firmware revision used in your system. IPMI Status (Baseboard Management Controller) This item indicates the status of the IPMI firmware installed in your system. System Event Log Enabling/Disabling Options SEL Components...
  • Page 92: Bmc Network Configuration

    A+ Server AS -1023US-TR4 User's Manual to keep all system event logs after each system reboot. The options are No, Yes, On next reset, and Yes, On every reset. When SEL is Full This feature allows the user to decide what the BIOS should do when the system event log is full.
  • Page 93 Chapter 6: BIOS Subnet Mask This item displays the sub-network that this computer belongs to. The value of each three- digit number separated by dots should not exceed 255. Station MAC Address This item displays the Station MAC address for this computer. Mac addresses are 6 two- digit hexadecimal numbers.
  • Page 94: Event Logs

    A+ Server AS -1023US-TR4 User's Manual 6.7 Event Logs Use this tab page to configure Event Log settings. Change SMBIOS Event Log Settings  This feature allows the user to configure SMBIOS Event settings. Enabling/Disabling Options SMBIOS Event Log Select Enabled to enable SMBIOS (System Management BIOS) Event Logging during system boot.
  • Page 95: View Smbios Event Log

    Chapter 6: BIOS When Log is Full Select Erase Immediately to immediately erase all errors in the SMBIOS event log when the event log is full. Select Do Nothing for the system to do nothing when the SMBIOS event log is full. The options are Do Nothing and Erase Immediately. SMBIOS Event Log Standard Settings Log System Boot Event Select Enabled to log system boot events.
  • Page 96: Security

    A+ Server AS -1023US-TR4 User's Manual 6.8 Security Use this tab page to configure Security settings. Administrator Password Press Enter to create a new, or change an existing Administrator password. Password Check Select Setup for the system to check for a password at Setup. Select Always for the system to check for a password at bootup or upon entering the BIOS Setup utility.
  • Page 97: Key Management

    Chapter 6: BIOS CSM Support Select Enabled to support the EFI Compatibility Support Module (CSM), which provides compatibility support for traditional legacy BIOS for system boot. The options are Disabled and Enabled. Key Management This submenu allows the user to configure the following Key Management settings. Install Factory Default Keys Select Yes to install all default secure keys set by the manufacturer.
  • Page 98 A+ Server AS -1023US-TR4 User's Manual  Authorized Signatures Set New Key Select Yes to load the database from the manufacturer's defaults. Select No to load the DB from a file. The options are Yes and No. Append Key Select Yes to add the database from the manufacturer's defaults to the existing DB. Select No to load the DB from a file.
  • Page 99: Boot

    Chapter 6: BIOS 6.9 Boot Use this tab page to configure Boot Settings. Boot Mode Select Use this item to select the type of device that the system is going to boot from. The options are LEGACY, UEFI, and DUAL. The default setting is DUAL. Legacy to EFI Support This option Enables or Disables the system to boot to an EFI OS after the boot failed from the legacy boot order.
  • Page 100 A+ Server AS -1023US-TR4 User's Manual  NETWORK Drive BBS Priorities This feature allows the user to specify which UEFI network drive devices are boot devices.
  • Page 101: Save & Exit

    Chapter 6: BIOS 6.10 Save & Exit Use this tab page to configure Save & Exit settings. Save Changes and Reset When you have completed the system configuration changes, select this option to leave the BIOS setup utility and reboot the computer, so the new system configuration parameters can take effect.
  • Page 102 A+ Server AS -1023US-TR4 User's Manual Save Changes After completing the system configuration changes, select this option to save the changes you have made. This will not reset (reboot) the system. Discard Changes Select this option and press <Enter> to discard all the changes and return to the AMI BIOS utility Program.
  • Page 103: Bios Update Using Ipmi

    If necessary, the system BIOS can be updated using IPMI. Documentation on IPMI is available at http://www.supermicro.com/products/nfo/IPMI.cfm. Download the BIOS file using the link on the server web page. Unzip and save it. Access the IPMI web interface. Enter the IP address and log in. The default username and password are ADMIN/ADMIN.
  • Page 104 A+ Server AS -1023US-TR4 User's Manual Start Button Clear Checkboxes Verify Date Figure 6-3. Start Upgrade Dialog In the Start Upgrade dialog, make sure the three checkboxes are not checked, and verify the date of the BIOS file you uploaded before proceeding. Click the Start Upgrade button.
  • Page 105: Appendix A Bios Error Codes

    Appendix A: BIOS Error Codes Appendix A BIOS Error Codes A-1 BIOS Error Beep (POST) 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 the boot-up process.
  • Page 106 When BIOS performs the Power On Self Test, it writes checkpoint codes to I/O port 0080h. If the computer cannot complete the boot process, a diagnostic card can be attached to the computer to read I/O port 0080h (Supermicro p/n AOC-LPC80-20). For information on AMI updates, please refer to http://www.ami.com/products/.
  • Page 107: Appendix B Standardized Warning Statements For Ac Systems

    Supermicro's Technical Support department for assistance. Only certified technicians should attempt to install or configure components. Read this appendix in its entirety before installing or configuring components in the Supermicro chassis. These warnings may also be found on our website at http://www.supermicro.com/about/...
  • Page 108 Appendix B: Standardized Warning Statements Warnung WICHTIGE SICHERHEITSHINWEISE Dieses Warnsymbol bedeutet Gefahr. Sie befinden sich in einer Situation, die zu Verletzungen führen kann. Machen Sie sich vor der Arbeit mit Geräten mit den Gefahren elektrischer Schaltungen und den üblichen Verfahren zur Vorbeugung vor Unfällen vertraut. Suchen Sie mit der am Ende jeder Warnung angegebenen Anweisungsnummer nach der jeweiligen Übersetzung in den übersetzten Sicherheitshinweisen, die zusammen mit diesem Gerät ausgeliefert wurden.
  • Page 109: Installation Instructions

    A+ Server AS -1023US-TR4 User's Manual . ٌ ‫ا ك ً ف حالة و ٌ يك أى تتسبب ف اصابة جسذ ة ٌ هذا الزهز ع ٌ خطز !تحذ ز‬ ‫قبل أى تعول عىل أي هعذات،يك عىل علن بالوخاطز ال ا ٌجوة عي الذوائز‬ ٍ...
  • Page 110: Circuit Breaker

    Appendix B: Standardized Warning Statements Warnung Vor dem Anschließen des Systems an die Stromquelle die Installationsanweisungen lesen. ¡Advertencia! Lea las instrucciones de instalación antes de conectar el sistema a la red de alimentación. Attention Avant de brancher le système sur la source d'alimentation, consulter les directives d'installation. .‫יש...
  • Page 111 A+ Server AS -1023US-TR4 User's Manual Warnung Dieses Produkt ist darauf angewiesen, dass im Gebäude ein Kurzschluss- bzw. Überstromschutz installiert ist. Stellen Sie sicher, dass der Nennwert der Schutzvorrichtung nicht mehr als: 250 V, 20 A beträgt. ¡Advertencia! Este equipo utiliza el sistema de protección contra cortocircuitos (o sobrecorrientes) del edificio.
  • Page 112: Power Disconnection Warning

    Appendix B: Standardized Warning Statements Power Disconnection Warning Warning! The system must be disconnected from all sources of power and the power cord removed from the power supply module(s) before accessing the chassis interior to install or remove system components. 電源切断の警告...
  • Page 113: Equipment Installation

    A+ Server AS -1023US-TR4 User's Manual ‫يجب فصم اننظاو من جميع مصادر انطاقت وإ ز انت سهك انكهرباء من وحدة امداد‬ ‫انطاقت قبم‬ ‫انىصىل إىن امنناطق انداخهيت نههيكم نتثبيج أو إ ز انت مكىناث الجهاز‬ 경고! 시스템에 부품들을 장착하거나 제거하기 위해서는 섀시 내부에 접근하기 전에 반드시 전원 공급장치로부터...
  • Page 114: Restricted Area

    Appendix B: Standardized Warning Statements Attention Il est vivement recommandé de confier l'installation, le remplacement et la maintenance de ces équipements à des personnels qualifiés et expérimentés. !‫אזהרה‬ .‫צוות מוסמך בלבד רשאי להתקין, להחליף את הציוד או לתת שירות עבור הציוד‬ ‫واملدربيه...
  • Page 115 A+ Server AS -1023US-TR4 User's Manual Warnung Diese Einheit ist zur Installation in Bereichen mit beschränktem Zutritt vorgesehen. Der Zutritt zu derartigen Bereichen ist nur mit einem Spezialwerkzeug, Schloss und Schlüssel oder einer sonstigen Sicherheitsvorkehrung möglich. ¡Advertencia! Esta unidad ha sido diseñada para instalación en áreas de acceso restringido. Sólo puede obtenerse acceso a una de estas áreas mediante la utilización de una herramienta especial, cerradura con llave u otro medio de seguridad.
  • Page 116: Battery Handling

    Appendix B: Standardized Warning Statements Battery Handling Warning! There is the danger of explosion if the battery is replaced incorrectly. Replace the battery only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer. Dispose of used batteries according to the manufacturer's instructions 電池の取り扱い...
  • Page 117: Redundant Power Supplies

    A+ Server AS -1023US-TR4 User's Manual ‫هناك خطر من انفجار يف حالة اسحبذال البطارية بطريقة غري صحيحة فعليل‬ ‫اسحبذال البطارية‬ ‫فقط بنفس النىع أو ما يعادلها مام أوصث به الرشمة املصنعة‬ ‫جخلص من البطاريات املسحعملة وفقا لحعليامت الرشمة الصانعة‬ 경고! 배터리가...
  • Page 118 Appendix B: Standardized Warning Statements ¡Advertencia! Puede que esta unidad tenga más de una conexión para fuentes de alimentación. Para cortar por completo el suministro de energía, deben desconectarse todas las conexiones. Attention Cette unité peut avoir plus d'une connexion d'alimentation. Pour supprimer toute tension et tout courant électrique de l'unité, toutes les connexions d'alimentation doivent être débranchées.
  • Page 119: Backplane Voltage

    A+ Server AS -1023US-TR4 User's Manual Backplane Voltage Warning! Hazardous voltage or energy is present on the backplane when the system is operating. Use caution when servicing. バックプレーンの電圧 システムの稼働中は危険な電圧または電力が、 バックプレーン上にかかっています。 修理する際には注意く ださい。 警告 当系统正在进行时,背板上有很危险的电压或能量,进行维修时务必小心。 警告 當系統正在進行時,背板上有危險的電壓或能量,進行維修時務必小心。 Warnung Wenn das System in Betrieb ist, treten auf der Rückwandplatine gefährliche Spannungen oder Energien auf.
  • Page 120: Comply With Local And National Electrical Codes

    Appendix B: Standardized Warning Statements ‫هناك خطز مه التيار الكهزبايئ أوالطاقة املىجىدة عىل اللىحة‬ ‫عندما يكىن النظام يعمل كه حذ ر ا عند خدمة هذا الجهاس‬ 경고! 시스템이 동작 중일 때 후면판 (Backplane)에는 위험한 전압이나 에너지가 발생 합니다. 서비스 작업 시 주의하십시오. Waarschuwing Een gevaarlijke spanning of energie is aanwezig op de backplane wanneer het systeem in gebruik is.
  • Page 121: Product Disposal

    A+ Server AS -1023US-TR4 User's Manual ‫תיאום חוקי החשמל הארצי‬ !‫אזהרה‬ .‫התקנת הציוד חייבת להיות תואמת לחוקי החשמל המקומיים והארציים‬ ‫تركيب املعدات الكهربائية يجب أن ميتثل للقىاويه املحلية والىطىية املتعلقة‬ ‫بالكهرباء‬ 경고! 현 지역 및 국가의 전기 규정에 따라 장비를 설치해야 합니다. Waarschuwing Bij installatie van de apparatuur moet worden voldaan aan de lokale en nationale elektriciteitsvoorschriften.
  • Page 122 Appendix B: Standardized Warning Statements Attention La mise au rebut ou le recyclage de ce produit sont généralement soumis à des lois et/ou directives de respect de l'environnement. Renseignez-vous auprès de l'organisme compétent. ‫סילוק המוצר‬ !‫אזהרה‬ .‫סילוק סופי של מוצר זה חייב להיות בהתאם להנחיות וחוקי המדינה‬ ‫التخلص...
  • Page 123 A+ Server AS -1023US-TR4 User's Manual Warnung Gefährlich Bewegende Teile. Von den bewegenden Lüfterblätter fern halten. Die Lüfter drehen sich u. U. noch, wenn die Lüfterbaugruppe aus dem Chassis genommen wird. Halten Sie Finger, Schraubendreher und andere Gegenstände von den Öffnungen des Lüftergehäuses entfernt.
  • Page 124 Verbindungskabeln, Stromkabeln und/oder Adapater, die Ihre örtlichen Sicherheitsstandards einhalten. Der Gebrauch von anderen Kabeln und Adapter können Fehlfunktionen oder Feuer verursachen. Die Richtlinien untersagen das Nutzen von UL oder CAS zertifizierten Kabeln (mit UL/CSA gekennzeichnet), an Geräten oder Produkten die nicht mit Supermicro gekennzeichnet sind.
  • Page 125 ‫.قيرح وأ لطع يف ببستي دق ىرخأ تالوحمو تالباك يأ مادختسا .ميلسلا سباقلاو لصوملا مجح‬ ‫ لبق نم ةدمتعملا تالباكلا مادختسا تادعملاو ةيئابرهكلا ةزهجألل ةمالسلا نوناق رظحي‬UL ‫ وأ‬CSA ‫( ةمالع لمحت يتلاو‬UL/CSA) ‫ لبق نم ةددحملاو ةينعملا تاجتنملا ريغ ىرخأ تادعم يأ عم‬Supermicro.
  • Page 126 사항을 준수하여 제공되거나 지정된 연결 혹은 구매 케이블, 전원 케이블 및 AC 어댑터를 사용하십시오. 다른 케이블이나 어댑터를 사용하면 오작동이나 화재가 발생할 수 있습니다. 전기 용품 안전법은 UL 또는 CSA 인증 케이블 (코드에 UL / CSA가 표시된 케이블)을 Supermicro 가 지정한 제품 이외의 전기 장치에 사용하는 것을 금지합니다. Stroomkabel en AC-Adapter...
  • Page 127: Appendix C System Specifications

    Appendix C: System Specifications Appendix C System Specifications Processors Dual AMD EPYC 7000 Series in SP3 type sockets. Chipset System on Chip BIOS 128Mb SPI AMI BIOS SM Flash UEFI BIOS Memory Up to 4 TB of ECC DDR4, RDIMM/LRDIMM/3DS/NVDIMM memory in 32 slots, 2400/2666 MHz speed Size up to 128 GB Note: See the memory section in Chapter 3 for details and our website for updates to supported memory.
  • Page 128 A+ Server AS -1023US-TR4 User's Manual Regulatory Compliance Electromagnetic Emissions: FCC Class A, EN 55032 Class A, EN 61000-3-2/3-3, CISPR 22 Class A Electromagnetic Immunity: EN 55024/CISPR 24, (EN 61000-4-2, EN 61000-4-3, EN 61000-4-4, EN 61000-4-5, EN 61000-4-6, EN 61000-4-8, EN 61000-4-11) Safety: CSA/EN/IEC/UL 60950-1 Compliant, UL or CSA Listed (USA and Canada), CE Marking (Europe) Perchlorate Warning California Best Management Practices Regulations for Perchlorate Materials: This Perchlorate warning applies only to products...
  • Page 129: Appendix D 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.
  • Page 130 A+ Server AS -1023US-TR4 User's Manual Note: If you cannot locate the "Super.ROM" file in your driver disk, visit our website at www. supermicro.com to download the BIOS image to a USB flash device and rename it "Super ROM". 2. Insert the USB device that contains the new BIOS image ("Super.ROM") into your USB drive and power on the system 3.
  • Page 131 Appendix D: UEFI BIOS Recovery 6. After the process has completed, press any key to reboot the system. 7. Using a different system, extract the BIOS package into a bootable USB flash drive. 8. When the DOS prompt appears, enter AMI.BAT BIOSname.###.
  • Page 132 A+ Server AS -1023US-TR4 User's Manual Note: Do not interrupt this process until BIOS flashing has completed. 9. After receiving the message that the BIOS update is complete, unplug the AC power cable from the power supply to clear CMOS, then plug the AC power cable in the power supply again to power on the system.

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