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  • Page 1 X11DAC USER’S MANUAL Revision 1.1b...
  • 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 Notes: 1. UPI/memory speeds are dependent on the processors installed in your sys- tem. The X11DAC supports Intel C621. 2. Support for 2933MHz memory is dependent on the CPU SKU. 3. Populating DDR4 memory modules in a two-DIMMs per-channel (2DPC) configuration on this motherboard will affect memory bandwidth and perfor- mance.
  • Page 4 Appendix C lists standardized warning statements in various languages. Appendix D provides UEFI BIOS Recovery instructions. Appendix E provides information on how to configure VROC RAID settings. Appendix F provides information on how to configure secure boot settings. Appendix G provides information on how to configure iSCSI settings. Appendix H provides information on how to configure Network Interface Card (NIC) settings.
  • Page 5 Super X11DAC User's Manual Contacting Supermicro Headquarters Address: 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.

  • Page 6: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Table of Contents Chapter 1 Introduction 1.1 Checklist ..........................8 1.2 Processor and Chipset Overview ..................16 1.3 Special Features ........................17 1.4 System Health Monitoring ....................17 1.5 ACPI Features ........................18 1.6 Power Supply ........................18 1.7 Advanced Power Management ..................18 Intel Intelligent Power Node Manager (IPNM)..............18 ®...
  • Page 7 Super X11DAC User's Manual 4.5 IPMI ..........................116 4.6 Security Settings ......................119 4.7 Boot Settings ........................123 4.8 Save & Exit ........................126 Appendix A BIOS Codes A.1 BIOS Error POST (Beep) Codes ..................128 Appendix B Software B.1 Microsoft Windows OS Installation ...................130 B.1 Microsoft Windows OS Installation ...................131...

  • Page 8: Checklist

    Introduction Congratulations on purchasing your computer motherboard from an industry leader. Supermicro motherboards are designed to provide you with the highest standards in quality and performance. In addition to the motherboard, several important parts that are included with your shipment are listed below.
  • Page 9 Chapter 1: Introduction X11DAC Motherboard Image Note: All graphics shown in this manual were based upon the latest PCB revision available at the time of publication of the manual. The motherboard you received may or may not look exactly the same as the graphics shown in this manual.
  • Page 10 Super X11DAC User's Manual X11DAC Motherboard Layout JAUDIO1 P2DIMMC1 JSPDIF_OUT1 USB1/2 (3.0) LEDM1 USB3/4 (3.0) P2DIMMB1 JSPDIF_IN1 SLOT3 SLOT1 LAN1/2 P2DIMMA1 SLOT4 SLOT2 FAN6 P2DIMMA2 SLOT5 USB3~4 LAN1/2 JAUDIO1 USB1~2/ P2DIMMD2 P2DIMMD1 SLOT6 P2DIMME1` P2DIMMF1 COM2 X11DAC REV:1.00 DESIGNED IN USA...
  • Page 11 Chapter 1: Introduction Quick Reference Table Jumper Description Default Setting JBT1 CMOS Clear Open (Normal) JPME1 ME Recovery Pins 1-2 (Normal) JPME2 Manufacturing Mode Select Pins 1-2 (Normal) JPS1 SAS Status Pins 1-2 (Enabled) JWD1 Watch Dog Timer Enable Pins 1-2 (Reset) Connector Description Onboard CMOS battery socket...
  • Page 12 Super X11DAC User's Manual Note: To avoid causing interference with other components, please be sure to use an add-on card that is fully compliant with the PCI-standard on a PCI slot. Motherboard Features • This motherboard supports dual Intel Xeon Scalable-SP and 2nd Gen Intel Xeon Scalable-SP (Socket P) processors which offer two Intel UltraPath Interconnect (UPI) links of up to 10.4 GT/s...
  • Page 13 • Main switch override mechanism • Power-on mode for AC power recovery • Intel® Intelligent Power Node Manager 4.0 (available when the Supermicro Power Manager [SPM] is installed and a special power supply is used) • Management Engine (ME) •...
  • Page 14 User's Guide available at http://www.supermicro.com/support/manuals/. Note 3: It is strongly recommended that you change BMC login information upon initial system power-on. The manufacturer default username is ADMIN and the password is ADMIN. For proper BMC configuration, please refer to http://www.supermicro.com.
  • Page 15 Chapter 1: Introduction Intel C621 System Block Diagram #1-8 #2-8 VCCP0 VCCP1 #1-7 #2-7 #1-6 #2-6 #1-5 #2-5 #1-4 #2-4 10.4/11.2G #1-3 #2-3 DDR4 DDR4 #1-2 #2-2 6 CH 6 CH #1-1 #2-1 Processor 1 Processor 2 (Socket: 0) (Socket: 1) #2A #2B PCI-E X16 G3 PCI-E X16 G3...

  • Page 16: Processor And Chipset Overview

    Super X11DAC User's Manual 1.2 Processor and Chipset Overview Built upon the functionality and capability of Intel Xeon Scalable-SP and 2nd Gen Intel Xeon Scalable-SP processors (Socket P) with support of C621 chipset, this motherboard provides superb system performance, efficient power management, and a rich feature set based on cutting edge technologies to address the needs of next-generation users.

  • Page 17: Special Features

    Chapter 1: Introduction 1.3 Special Features This section describes the health monitoring features of the X11DAC motherboard. The motherboard has an onboard ASPEED 2500 Baseboard Management Controller (BMC) that supports system health monitoring. Recovery from AC Power Loss The Basic I/O System (BIOS) provides a setting that determines how the system will respond when AC power is lost and then restored to the system.

  • Page 18: Acpi Features

    Super X11DAC User's Manual System Resource Alert This feature is available when used with SuperDoctor 5 . SuperDoctor 5 is used to notify the ® user of certain system events. For example, you can configure SuperDoctor 5 to provide you with warnings when the system temperature, CPU temperatures, voltages and fan speeds go beyond a predefined range.

  • Page 19: Management Engine (Me)

    Chapter 1: Introduction Management Engine (ME) The Management Engine, which is an ARC controller embedded in the IOH (I/O Hub), provides Server Platform Services (SPS) to your system. The services provided by SPS are different from those provided by the ME on client platforms. 1.8 Intel®...

  • Page 20: Chapter 2 Installation

    Super X11DAC User's Manual Chapter 2 Installation 2.1 Static-Sensitive Devices Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) can damage electronic com ponents. To avoid damaging your motherboard and your system, it is important to handle it very carefully. The following measures are generally sufficient to protect your equipment from ESD.

  • Page 21: Motherboard Installation

    Phillips Screwdriver Phillips Screws (10) Standoffs (10) Only if Needed Tools Needed USB3~4 LAN1/2 JAUDIO1 USB1~2/ X11DAC REV:1.00 DESIGNED IN USA BIOS LICENSE Battery CPU2 P2 DIMM A2 MAC CODE SAS CODE MAC CODE...
  • Page 22 Super X11DAC User's Manual Installing the Motherboard 1. Install the I/O shield into the back of the USB3~4 LAN1/2 JAUDIO1 USB1~2/ chassis as needed. 2. Locate the mounting holes on the motherboard as shown in the layout on the left side.

  • Page 23: Processor And Heatsink Installation

    CPU socket cap is in place and that none of the socket pins are bent; otherwise, contact your retailer immediately. • Refer to the Supermicro website for updates on CPU support. • Please follow the instructions given in the ESD Warning section on the first page of this chapter before handling, installing, or removing system components.
  • Page 24 Super X11DAC User's Manual Overview of the Processor Socket Assembly The processor socket assembly contains 1) Intel Xeon Scalable-SP or 2nd Generation Intel Xeon Scalable-SP processor, 2) the narrow processor clip, 3) the dust cover, and 4) the CPU socket.
  • Page 25 Chapter 2: Installation Overview of the Processor Heatsink Module (PHM) The Processor Heatsink Module (PHM) contains 1) a heatsink, 2) a narrow processor clip, and 3) Intel Xeon Scalable-SP or 2nd Gen Intel Xeon Scalable-SP processor. 1. Heatsink 2. Narrow processor clip 3.
  • Page 26 Super X11DAC User's Manual Attaching the Processor to the Narrow Processor Clip to Create the Processor Package Assembly To properly install the CPU into the narrow processor clip, please follow the steps below. 1. Locate pin 1 (notch A), which is the triangle located on the top of the narrow processor clip.
  • Page 27 Chapter 2: Installation Attaching the Model Processor Package Assembly to the Heatsink to Form the Processor Heatsink Module (PHM) After you have made a processor package assembly by following the instructions on the previous page, please follow the steps below to mount the processor package assembly onto the heatsink to create the Processor Heatsink Module (PHM).
  • Page 28 Super X11DAC User's Manual Preparing the CPU Socket for Installation This motherboard comes with the CPU socket pre-assembled in the factory. The CPU socket contains 1) a dust cover, 2) a socket bracket, 3) the CPU (P) socket, and 4) a back plate.
  • Page 29 Chapter 2: Installation Installing the Processor Heatsink Module (PHM) 1. Once you have assembled the processor heatsink module (PHM) by following the instructions listed on page 27, you are ready to install the processor heatsink module (PHM) into the CPU socket on the motherboard. To install the PHM into the CPU socket, follow the instructions below.
  • Page 30 Super X11DAC User's Manual Removing the Processor Heatsink Module (PHM) from the Motherboard Before removing the processor heatsink module (PHM), unplug the power cord from the power outlet. 1. Using a T30 Torx-bit screwdriver, turn the screws on the PHM counterclockwise to loosen them from the socket, starting with screw marked #4 (in the sequence of 4, 3, 2, 2.

  • Page 31: Memory Support And Installation

    Chapter 2: Installation 2.4 Memory Support and Installation Note: Check the Supermicro website for recommended memory modules. Exercise extreme care when installing or removing DIMM modules to prevent any damage. Memory Support The motherboard supports up to 4TB of 3DS LRDIMM (3DS Load Reduced DIMM), LRDIMM, NV-DIMM (Non-Volatile DIMM), and RDIMM (Registered DIMM), DDR4 (288-pin), ECC 2933*/2666/2400/2133 MHz memory in 16 slots (*Note below).
  • Page 32 2933 Notes: 1. 2933 MHz memory support in two-DIMMs per-channel (2DPC) configura- tion can be achieved by using memory purchased from Supermicro. 2. Support for 2933MHz memory is dependent on the CPU SKU. 3. 16Gb-based memory modules are supported by 2nd Gen Intel Xeon Scalable-SP processors only.
  • Page 33 Chapter 2: Installation DIMM Population Guidelines for Optimal Performance For optimal memory performance, follow the instructions listed in the tables below when populating memory modules. Key Parameters for DIMM Configuration Key Parameters for DIMM Configurations Parameters Possible Values Number of Channels 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, or 6 Number of DIMMs per Channel 1DPC (1 DIMM Per Channel) or 2DPC (2 DIMMs Per Channel)
  • Page 34 Super X11DAC User's Manual DIMM Population Table Note. Unbalanced memory configuration decreases memory performance and is not recommended for Supermicro motherboards. Memory Population Table for Intel Xeon Scalable-SP and 2nd Gen Intel Xeon Scalable-SP Processors Memory Population Table for the X11DP Motherboard w/16 DIMM Slots Onboard...
  • Page 35 Chapter 2: Installation Memory Rank Sparing Tables for the X11DP Motherboards (w/16 Slots) Dual Rank Memory Rank Sparing (16GB DIMM) Memory Population Total RAM Detected One Rank Configuration Two Rank Configuration A1+B1 16GB 16GB A1+B1+C1 24GB 24GB A1+B1+C1+D1 32GB 32GB A1+B1+C1+D1+E1 40GB 40GB...
  • Page 36 Super X11DAC User's Manual DCPMM Memory Population Tables for 2nd Gen Intel Xeon Scalable-SP Processors Note: Only 2nd Gen Intel Xeon Scalable-SP (82xx/62xx/52xx/4215 series) processors support DCPMM memory. Symmetric Population within 1 CPU Socket Modes P1-DIMMF1 P1-DIMME1 P1-DIMMD1 P1-DIMMD2 P1-DIMMA2...
  • Page 37 JAUDIO1 USB1~2/ 1. Follow the instructions listed in the previous section to properly install the DIMM modules in the motherboard. Use X11DAC memory modules of the same type and REV:1.00 DESIGNED IN USA BIOS LICENSE speed on the motherboard for the system...

  • Page 38: Rear I/O Ports

    Super X11DAC User's Manual 2.5 Rear I/O Ports See the layout below for the locations and descriptions of the various I/O ports on the rear of the motherboard. USB3~4 LAN1/2 JAUDIO1 USB1~2/ X11DAC REV:1.00 DESIGNED IN USA BIOS LICENSE Battery...
  • Page 39 There is one COM header (COM2) on the motherboard. The COM port header provides serial communication support. See the table below for pin definitions. 1. VGA Port USB3~4 LAN1/2 JAUDIO1 USB1~2/ 2. COM2 X11DAC REV:1.00 DESIGNED IN USA BIOS LICENSE Battery CPU2 P2 DIMM A2 MAC CODE...
  • Page 40 Super X11DAC User's Manual Universal Serial Bus (USB) Ports There are four USB 3.0 ports (USB1/2, 3/4) on the I/O back panel and one USB 3.0 header that provides two USB connections (USB5/6) for front access. The onboard headers can be used to provide front side USB access with a cable (not included).
  • Page 41 Two Ethernet ports (LAN1, LAN2) are located on the I/O backplane. These Ethernet ports support 1 GbE LAN connections on the X11DAC. All Ethernet ports accept RJ45 type cables. Please refer to the LED Indicator Section for LAN LED information.

  • Page 42: 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.
  • Page 43 Chapter 2: Installation 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 4). To turn off the power when the system is in suspend mode, press the button for 4 seconds or longer.
  • Page 44 Super X11DAC User's Manual Power Fail LED The Power Fail LED connection is located on pins 5 and 6 of JF1. Refer to the table below for pin definitions. Power Fail LED Pin Definitions (JF1) Pin# Definition 3.3V PWR Supply Fail...
  • Page 45 Chapter 2: Installation NIC1/NIC2 (LAN1/LAN2) The NIC (Network Interface Controller) LED connection for LAN port 1 is located on pins 11 and 12 of JF1, and LAN port 2 is on pins 9 and 10. Attach the NIC LED cables here to display network activity.
  • Page 46 Super X11DAC User's Manual Power LED The Power LED connection is located on pins 15 and 16 of JF1. Refer to the table below for pin definitions. Power LED Pin Definitions (JF1) Pins Definition 3.3V PWR LED NMI Button The non-maskable interrupt (NMI) button header is located on pins 19 and 20 of JF1. Refer to the table below for pin definitions.

  • Page 47: Connectors

    Ground Ground Res (NC) PWR_OK 5VSB +12V +12V Ground +3.3V 1. ATX Power Supply USB3~4 LAN1/2 JAUDIO1 USB1~2/ X11DAC REV:1.00 DESIGNED IN USA BIOS LICENSE Battery CPU2 P2 DIMM A2 MAC CODE SAS CODE MAC CODE CPU1 JPI2C1 JBT1 JPS1...
  • Page 48 Super X11DAC User's Manual 12V 8-pin CPU Power Connectors JPWR1 and JPWR2 are the 8-pin 12V DC power input for the CPU or alternative single power source for a special enclosure when the 24-pin ATX power is not in use. Refer to the table below for pin definitions.
  • Page 49 PWM Control 1. FAN1 USB3~4 LAN1/2 JAUDIO1 USB1~2/ 2. FAN2 3. FAN3 4. FAN4 5. FAN5 6. FAN6 7. FANA X11DAC REV:1.00 DESIGNED IN USA BIOS LICENSE Battery CPU2 P2 DIMM A2 MAC CODE SAS CODE MAC CODE CPU1 JPI2C1...
  • Page 50 Super X11DAC User's Manual TPM Header The JTPM1 header is used to connect a Trusted Platform Module (TPM)/Port 80, which is available from SMCI (optional). A TPM/Port 80 connector is a security device that supports encryption and authentication in hard drives. It allows the motherboard to deny access if the TPM associated with the hard drive is not installed in the system.
  • Page 51 DATA Out Load Ground Clock NC = No Connection USB3~4 LAN1/2 JAUDIO1 USB1~2/ 1. VROC Raid Key Header 2. T-SGPIO1/T-SGPIO2 X11DAC REV:1.00 DESIGNED IN USA BIOS LICENSE Battery CPU2 P2 DIMM A2 MAC CODE SAS CODE MAC CODE CPU1 JPI2C1...
  • Page 52 Super X11DAC User's Manual Power SMBus (I C) Header The Power System Management Bus (I C) connector (JPI C1) monitors the power supply, fan, and system temperatures. Refer to the table below for pin definitions. Power SMBus Header Pin Definitions...
  • Page 53 Refer to the table below for pin definitions. Chassis Intrusion Pin Definitions Pin# Definition Intrusion Input Ground 1. Chassis Intrusion USB3~4 LAN1/2 JAUDIO1 USB1~2/ X11DAC REV:1.00 DESIGNED IN USA BIOS LICENSE Battery CPU2 P2 DIMM A2 MAC CODE SAS CODE MAC CODE CPU1 JPI2C1...
  • Page 54 Super X11DAC User's Manual Speaker Header A speaker header is located on JD1. Close pins 1-2 of JD1 to use the onboard speaker. See the layout below for JD1 location. USB3~4 LAN1/2 JAUDIO1 USB1~2/ 1. Speaker Header (JD1) X11DAC REV:1.00...

  • Page 55: Sata/Sas Connections

    Chapter 2: Installation 2.8 SATA/SAS Connections SATA 3.0 Ports The X11DAC has eight SATA 3.0 ports (SATA0-3, SATA4-7) supported by the Intel PCH C621 chipset. These SATA ports provide serial-link signal connections that are faster than the connections of Parallel ATA.
  • Page 56 Super X11DAC User's Manual SAS Ports Two mini SAS HD ports offer eight SAS connections (SAS 0-3/SAS 4-7) supported by the LSI 3008 SAS controller. All SAS ports provide point-to-point serial signal connections that are faster than the connections of Parallel SCSI.

  • Page 57: Jumper Settings

    Chapter 2: Installation 2.9 Jumper Settings How Jumpers Work 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. See the diagram at right for an example of jumping pins 1 and 2.
  • Page 58 Super X11DAC User's Manual CMOS Clear JBT1 is used to clear CMOS, which will also clear any passwords. Instead of pins, this jumper consists of contact pads to prevent accidentally clearing the contents of CMOS. To Clear CMOS 1. First power down the system and unplug the power cord(s).
  • Page 59 Definition Pins 1-2 Normal (Default) Pins 2-3 Manufacturing Mode 1. ME Recovery 2. Manufacturing Mode USB3~4 LAN1/2 JAUDIO1 USB1~2/ Select X11DAC REV:1.00 DESIGNED IN USA BIOS LICENSE Battery CPU2 P2 DIMM A2 MAC CODE SAS CODE MAC CODE CPU1 JPI2C1...
  • Page 60 Super X11DAC User's Manual Watch Dog Timer JWD1 controls the Watch Dog function. Watch Dog is a monitor that can reboot the system when a software application hangs. Jumping pins 1-2 will cause Watch Dog to reset the system if an application hangs. Jumping pins 2-3 will generate a non-maskable interrupt signal for the application that hangs.

  • Page 61: Led Indicators

    Green: Solid 100 Mbps Activity (Right) Amber: Blinking Active USB3~4 LAN1/2 JAUDIO1 USB1~2/ 1. LAN1/LAN2 LEDs 2. IPMI LAN LEDs X11DAC REV:1.00 DESIGNED IN USA BIOS LICENSE Battery CPU2 P2 DIMM A2 MAC CODE SAS CODE MAC CODE CPU1 JPI2C1...
  • Page 62 Super X11DAC User's Manual BMC Heartbeat LED LEDM1 is the BMC heartbeat LED. When the LED is blinking green, BMC is functioning normally. See the table below for the LED status. Onboard Power LED Indicator LED Color Definition Green: BMC Normal...

  • Page 63: Chapter 3 Troubleshooting

    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 non hot-swap hardware components.
  • Page 64 Super X11DAC User's Manual No Video 1. If the power is on but you have no video, remove all the add-on cards and cables. 2. Use the speaker to determine if any beep codes exist. Refer to Appendix A for details on beep codes.
  • Page 65 2. Memory support: Make sure that the memory modules are supported by testing the modules using memtest86 or a similar utility. Note: Refer to the product page on our website at http://www.supermicro.com memory and CPU support and updates. 3. HDD support: Make sure that all hard disk drives (HDDs) work properly. Replace the bad HDDs with good ones.

  • Page 66: Technical Support Procedures

    Super X11DAC User's Manual with a CPU and a memory module installed) to identify the trouble areas. Refer to the steps listed in Section A above for proper troubleshooting procedures. 4. Identifying bad components by isolating them: If necessary, remove a component in question from the chassis, and test it in isolation to make sure that it works properly.

  • Page 67: Frequently Asked Questions

    BIOS under UEFI Shell. Note: The SPI BIOS chip used on this motherboard cannot be removed. Send your motherboard back to our RMA Department at Supermicro for repair. For BIOS Recovery instructions, please refer to the AMI BIOS Recovery Instructions posted at http://www.
  • Page 68 Super X11DAC User's Manual 3. Insert the USB stick into a USB port, boot to the UEFI Built-In Shell, and enter the following commands to start the BIOS update: Shell> fs0: fs0:\> cd UEFI fs0:\UEFI> flash.nsh BIOSname#.### 4. The FLASH.NSH script will compare the Flash Descriptor Table (FDT) code in the new BIOS with the existing one in the motherboard: a.

  • Page 69: Battery Removal And Installation

    Chapter 3: Troubleshooting 3.4 Battery Removal and Installation Battery Removal To remove the onboard battery, follow the steps below: 1. Power off your system and unplug your power cable. 2. Using a tool such as a pen or a small screwdriver, push the battery lock outwards to unlock it.

  • Page 70: Returning Merchandise For Service

    Super X11DAC User's Manual 3.5 Returning Merchandise for Service A receipt or copy of your invoice marked with the date of purchase is required before any warranty service will be rendered. You can obtain service by calling your vendor for a Returned Merchandise Authorization (RMA) number.

  • Page 71: Introduction

    UEFI BIOS 4.1 Introduction This chapter describes the AMIBIOS™ setup utility for the X11DAC motherboard. The BIOS is stored on a chip and can be easily upgraded using a flash program. Note: Due to periodic changes to the BIOS, some settings may have been added or deleted and might not yet be recorded in this manual.

  • Page 72: Main Setup

    Super X11DAC User's Manual 4.2 Main Setup When you first enter the AMI BIOS setup utility, you will see the Main setup screen. You can always return to the Main setup screen by selecting the Main tab on the top of the screen.
  • Page 73 Chapter 4: UEFI BIOS Memory Information Total Memory This feature displays the total size of memory available in the system. Memory Speed This feature displays the default speed of the memory modules installed in the system.

  • Page 74: Advanced Setup Configurations

    Super X11DAC User's Manual 4.3 Advanced Setup Configurations Use the arrow keys to select the Advanced submenu and press <Enter> to access the submenu items: Warning: Take Caution when changing the Advanced settings. An incorrect value, an improper DRAM frequency, or a wrong BIOS timing setting may cause the system to malfunction. When this occurs, restore the setting to the manufacturer default setting.
  • Page 75 Chapter 4: UEFI BIOS Wait For 'F1' If Error Select Enabled to force the system to wait until the <F1> key is pressed if an error occurs. The options are Disabled and Enabled. Interrupt 19 Capture Interrupt 19 is the software interrupt that handles the boot disk function. When this feature is set to Immediate, the ROM BIOS of the host adaptors will "capture"...
  • Page 76 Super X11DAC User's Manual CPU Configuration  Warning: Setting the wrong values in the following sections may cause the system to malfunc- tion. Processor Configuration  The following CPU information will be displayed: • Processor BSP Revision • Processor Socket •...
  • Page 77 Chapter 4: UEFI BIOS Intel Virtualization Technology (Available when two processors are installed on the motherboard) Select Enable to use Intel Virtualization Technology which will allow multiple workloads to share the same set of common resources. On shared virtualized hardware, various workloads (or tasks) can co-exist, sharing the same resources, while functioning in full independence from each other, and migrating freely across multi-level infrastructures and scale as needed.
  • Page 78 Super X11DAC User's Manual AES-NI Select Enable to use the Intel Advanced Encryption Standard (AES) New Instructions (NI) to ensure data security. The options are Enable and Disable. Advanced Power Management Configuration  Power Technology Select Energy Efficient to support power-saving mode. Select Custom to customize system power settings.
  • Page 79 Chapter 4: UEFI BIOS Activate PBF (Available when SpeedStep is set to Enable) Select Enable to enable Prioritized Base Frequency (PBF) feature support which will enhance CPU performance. The options are Disable and Enable. Configure PBF (Available when Activate PBF is set to Enable) Select Enable to allow the BIOS to configure high priority CPU cores as Prioritized Base Frequency (PBF) so that software programs do not have to configure the PBF (Prioritized Base Frequency) settings.
  • Page 80 Super X11DAC User's Manual Enhanced Halt State (C1E) (Available when Autonomous Core C-State is set to Disable) Select Enable to enable "Enhanced Halt State" support, which will significantly reduce the CPU's power consumption by minimizing CPU's clock cycles and reduce voltage during a "Halt State."...
  • Page 81 Chapter 4: UEFI BIOS Degrade Precedence Use this feature to select the degrading precedence option for Ultra Path Interconnect (UPI) connections. Select Topology Precedent to degrade UPI features if system options are in conflict. Select Feature Precedent to degrade UPI topology if system options are in conflict. The options are Topology Precedence and Feature Precedence.
  • Page 82 Super X11DAC User's Manual and if the directory line is in A state, we must snoop all other sockets because another socket may have the line in a modified state. If this is the case, a "snoop" will return the modified data.
  • Page 83 Chapter 4: UEFI BIOS Data Scrambling for DDR4 Select Enable to enable data scrambling for DDR4 memory to enhance system performance and security. Select Auto for the default setting of the Memory Reference Code (MRC) to set configure data scrambling for DDR4 setting. The options are Auto, Disable, and Enable. tCCD_L Relaxation If this feature is set to Enable, SPD (Serial Presence Detect) will override tCCD_L ("Column to Column Delay-Long", or “Command to Command Delay-Long”...
  • Page 84 Super X11DAC User's Manual Reset Trigger ADR (Async DIMM Self-Refresh) Upon system power loss, an ADR sequence will be triggered to allow ADR to flush the write-protected data buffers in the memory controller and place the DRAM memory in self- refresh mode.
  • Page 85 Chapter 4: UEFI BIOS Mirror Mode (Available when ADDDC Sparing set to Diable) Use this feature to configure the mirror mode settings for all 1LM/2LM memory modules installed in the system which will create a duplicate copy of data stored in the memory to increase memory security, but it will reduce the memory capacity into half.
  • Page 86 Super X11DAC User's Manual Patrol Scrub Patrol Scrubbing is a process that allows the CPU to correct correctable memory errors detected in a memory module and send the corrections to the requestor (the original source). When this feature is set to Enable, the IO hub will read and write back one cache line every 16K cycles if there is no delay caused by internal processing.
  • Page 87 Chapter 4: UEFI BIOS Socket 0 PCIeBr0D00F0 - Port 0/DMI (Available for CPU 1 Configuration only) Link Speed Use this feature to configure the link speed of a PCIe port specified by the user. The options are Auto, Gen 1 (Generation 1) (2.5 GT/s), Gen 2 (Generation 2) (5 GT/s), and Gen 3 (Generation 3) (8 GT/s) The following information will be displayed: •...
  • Page 88 Super X11DAC User's Manual Intel® VT for Directed I/O (VT-d)  Intel® VT for Directed I/O (VT-d) (Available when Intel® VT for Directed I/O (VT-d) is set to Enable) Select Enable to use Intel Virtualization Technology support for Direct I/O VT-d by reporting the I/O device assignments to the VMM (Virtual Machine Monitor) through the DMAR ACPI tables.
  • Page 89 Chapter 4: UEFI BIOS IIO-PCIE Express Global Options  IIO-PCIE Express Global Options The section allows the user to configure the following PCIe global options: PCIe Hot Plug Select Enable to support Hot-plugging for the selected PCIe slots which will allow the user to replace the devices installed in the slots without shutting down the system.
  • Page 90 Super X11DAC User's Manual Server ME (Management Engine) Information  This feature displays the following system ME configuration settings. • Oper. (Operational) Firmware Version • Backup Firmware Version • Recovery Firmware Version • ME Firmware Status #1/ME Firmware Status #2 •...
  • Page 91 Chapter 4: UEFI BIOS SATA RAID Option ROM/UEFI Driver (Available when Configure SATA as is set to RAID) Select EFI to load the EFI driver for system boot. Select Legacy to load a legacy driver for system boot. The options are Disable, EFI, and Legacy. SATA Port 0 - SATA Port 7 Hot Plug Select Enable to support Hot-plugging for the device installed on a selected SATA port...
  • Page 92 Super X11DAC User's Manual Aggressive Link Power Management When this feature is set to Enable, the sSATA AHCI controller manages the power use of the sSATA link. The controller will put the link in a low power mode during an extended period of I/O inactivity, and will return the link to an active state when I/O activity resumes.
  • Page 93 Chapter 4: UEFI BIOS SR-IOV Support (Available if the system supports Single-Root Virtualization) Select Enabled for Single-Root IO Virtualization support. The options are Enabled and Disabled. MMIO High Base Use this feature to select the base memory size according to memory-address mapping for the IO hub.
  • Page 94 Super X11DAC User's Manual Use this feature to select the type of device installed in LAN Port1, which will be used for system boot. The options are Legacy, EFI and Disabled. Onboard LAN2 Option ROM Use this feature to select the type of device installed in LAN Port2, which will be used for system boot.
  • Page 95 Chapter 4: UEFI BIOS Super IO Chip AST2500  Serial Port 2 Configuration Serial Port Select Enabled to enable Serial Port 2. The options are Enabled and Disabled. Device Settings (Available when the item above "Serial Port (2)" is set to Enabled) This feature displays the base I/O port address and the Interrupt Request address of a serial port specified by the user.
  • Page 96 Super X11DAC User's Manual Out-of-Band Management Port This feature selects a serial port in a client server to be used by the Windows Emergency Management Services (EMS) to communicate with a remote host server. The options are COM1 (Console Redirection) and COM2/SOL (Console Redirection).
  • Page 97 Chapter 4: UEFI BIOS Select Enabled to enable VT-UTF8 Combination Key support for ANSI/VT100 terminals. The options are Enabled and Disabled. Recorder Mode Select Enabled to capture the data displayed on a terminal and send it as text messages to a remote server. The options are Disabled and Enabled. Resolution 100x31 Select Enabled for extended-terminal resolution support.
  • Page 98 Super X11DAC User's Manual Out-of-Band Mgmt (Management) Port This feature selects a serial port in a client server to be used by the Windows Emergency Management Services (EMS) to communicate with a remote host server. The default option is COM2/SOL.
  • Page 99 Chapter 4: UEFI BIOS and detected by the BIOS) When a TPM (Trusted-Platform Module) device is detected in your machine, the following information will be displayed. • TPM2.0 Device Found • Firmware Version • Vendor Security Device Support If this feature and the TPM jumper (JPT1) on the motherboard are both enabled, the onboard security (TPM) device will be enabled in the BIOS to enhance data integrity and system security.
  • Page 100 Super X11DAC User's Manual SHA256 PCR Bank Select Enabled to enable SHA256 PCR Bank support to enhance system security and data integrity. The options are Enabled and Disabled. Pending Operation Use this feature to schedule a TPM-related operation to be performed by a security (TPM) device at the next system boot to enhance system data integrity.
  • Page 101 EV DFX (Device Function On-Hide) support for the system to work properly. (EV DFX is under "IIO Configuration" in the "Chipset/North Bridge" submenu). Note 2: For more information on TPM, please refer to the TPM manual at http://www. supermicro.com/manuals/other. TLS Authenticate Configuration When this submenu is selected, the following items will be displayed: Server CA Configuration...
  • Page 102 Super X11DAC User's Manual RAM Disk Configuration This feature allows the user to configure the settings for the RAM disks installed in the system. When you select this submenu and press <Enter>, the following items will display: • Disk Memory Type: This feature specifies the type of memory that is available for you to create a RAM disk.
  • Page 103 Chapter 4: UEFI BIOS DIMMs  This submenu allows the user to view and configure the settings of the DCPMM memory modules installed in the system. Select this submenu and press <Enter>, the following items will display: • Select a specific DIMM that you want to view. •...
  • Page 104 Super X11DAC User's Manual *If this option is set to Enabled, the following items will display: • Serial Number • Part Number • Socket • Memory Controller ID • Vendor ID • Device ID • System Vendor ID • Subsystem Vendor ID •...
  • Page 105 Chapter 4: UEFI BIOS • Manufacturer ID • Controller Revision ID • IS New • Memory Capacity • APP Direct Capacity • Unconfigured Capacity • Inaccessible Capacity • Reserved Capacity • Peak Power Budget [mW] • Avg (Average) Power Budget [mW] •...
  • Page 106 Super X11DAC User's Manual • Boot Status • AIT DRAM Enabled • Error Injection Enabled • Media Temperature Injection Enabled • Software Triggers Enabled • Software Triggers Enabled Details • Poison Error Injections Counter • Poison Error Clear Counter •...
  • Page 107 Chapter 4: UEFI BIOS • Media Temperature: This feature displays the media temperature in Celsius. • Percentage Remaining Apply Changes  Use this feature to apply changes that you've made on the DCPMM modules to the system. Back to Main Menu ...
  • Page 108 Super X11DAC User's Manual State Select Enabled to configure the security settings for the DCPMM modules installed in the system. The options are Disabled and Enabled. • Enable Security: Use this feature to enable security settings for the onboard DCPMM modules.
  • Page 109 Chapter 4: UEFI BIOS Regions  Current Configuration Region ID  When this submenu is selected, the following items will display: • Region ID: This feature displays the Region ID of the DCPMM module. • DIMM ID: This feature displays the DIMM ID of the DCPMM module. •...
  • Page 110 Super X11DAC User's Manual Namespace Label Version Use this feature to view and modify the namespace label version to initialize when creating goals. The options are 1.2 and 1.1. Back to Regions Menu  Select this feature and press <Enter> to go back to the Regions submenu.
  • Page 111 Chapter 4: UEFI BIOS Back to Namespaces Back to Main Menu Create Namespace  Use this submenu to create a namespace. The following information will display: Name Region ID This feature displays the region ID of the DCPMM module. The options are 0x0001 and 0x0002.
  • Page 112 Super X11DAC User's Manual Total Capacity  This feature allows the user to set the total DCPMM resource capacity allocated across all segments in the host server. • Raw Capacity: This feature specifies the raw capacity of the DCPMM module.
  • Page 113 Chapter 4: UEFI BIOS Security Diagnostics Select Enabled for the security diagnostics test to be performed on the DCPMM module. The options are Enabled and Disabled. Execute Tests Select this feature and press <Enter> to execute the selected diagnostic tests. Back to Main Menu Select this feature and press <Enter>...

  • Page 114: Event Logs

    Super X11DAC User's Manual 4.4 Event Logs Use this feature to configure Event Log settings. Note: After you've made a change on a setting below, please be sure to reboot the system for the change to take effect. Change SMBIOS Event Log Settings...
  • Page 115 Chapter 4: UEFI BIOS SMBIOS Event Log Standard Settings Log System Boot Event Select Enabled to log system boot events. The options are Enabled and Disabled. MECI (Multiple Event Count Increment) Enter the increment value for the multiple event counter. Enter a number between 1 to 255. The default setting is 1.

  • Page 116: Ipmi

    Super X11DAC User's Manual 4.5 IPMI Use this feature to configure Intelligent Platform Management Interface (IPMI) settings. When you select this submenu and press the <Enter> key, the following information will display: • IPMI Firmware Revision: This feature indicates the IPMI firmware revision used in your system.
  • Page 117 Chapter 4: UEFI BIOS When SEL is Full This feature allows the user to determine what the BIOS should do when the system event log is full. Select Erase Immediately to erase all events in the log when the system event log is full.
  • Page 118 Super X11DAC User's Manual IPMI LAN Selection (Available when Update IPMI LAN Configuration is set to Yes) Use this feature to select the type of the IPMI LAN. The default setting is Shared. VLAN Select Enabled to enable IPMI VLAN function support. The default setting is Disabled.

  • Page 119: Security Settings

    Chapter 4: UEFI BIOS 4.6 Security Settings This menu allows the user to configure the following security settings for the system. Administrator Password Use this feature to set the administrator password which is required to enter the BIOS setup utility. The length of the password should be from 3 characters to 20 characters long. User Password Use this feature to set the user password which is required to enter the BIOS setup utility.
  • Page 120 Super X11DAC User's Manual Secure Boot  When you select this submenu and press the <Enter> key, the following items will display: • System Mode Secure Boot Select Enabled to use Secure Boot settings. The options are Enabled and Disabled.
  • Page 121 Chapter 4: UEFI BIOS Export Secure Boot Variables  This feature is used to copy the NVRAM content of Secure Boot variables to a storage device. Enroll EFI Image  Select this feature and press <Enter> to specify an EFI (Extensible Firmware Interface) image for the system to use when it operates in the Secure Boot mode.
  • Page 122 Super X11DAC User's Manual Forbidden Signatures  This feature allows the user to enter and configure a set of values to be used as Forbidden Signatures for the system. These values also indicate sizes, keys numbers, and key sources of the forbidden signatures. Select Update to update your "Forbidden Signatures". Select Append to append your "Forbidden Signatures".

  • Page 123: Boot Settings

    Chapter 4: UEFI BIOS 4.7 Boot Settings Use this feature to configure Boot Settings: Boot Mode Select Use this feature to select the type of devices from which the system will boot. The options are Legacy, UEFI (Unified Extensible Firmware Interface), and Dual. Legacy to EFI Support Select Enabled for the system to boot from an EFI OS when the Legacy OS fails.
  • Page 124 Super X11DAC User's Manual  Add New Boot Option This feature allows the user to add a new boot option to the boot priority features for system boot. Add Boot Option Use this item to specify the name for the new boot option.
  • Page 125 Chapter 4: UEFI BIOS  Delete Driver Option Use this item to select a boot driver to delete from the boot priority list. Delete Drive Option Select the target boot driver to delete from the boot priority list.  UEFI Hard Disk Drive BBS Priorities •...

  • Page 126: Save & Exit

    Super X11DAC User's Manual 4.8 Save & Exit Select the Save & Exit menu from the BIOS setup screen to configure the settings below. Save Options Discard Changes and Exit Select this option to exit from the BIOS setup utility without making any permanent changes to the system configuration and reboot the computer.
  • Page 127 Chapter 4: UEFI BIOS Default Options Restore Optimized Defaults To set this feature, select Restore Defaults from the Exit menu and press <Enter> to load manufacturer default settings which are intended for maximum system performance but not for maximum stability. Save As User Defaults To set this feature, select Save as User Defaults from the Exit menu and press <Enter>.

  • Page 128: Appendix A Bios Codes

    Super X11DAC User's Manual Appendix A BIOS Codes A.1 BIOS Error POST (Beep) Codes During the POST (Power-On Self-Test) process, which is performed each time the system is powered on, system errors may be detected. Non-fatal errors are those which, in most cases, allow the system to continue with the boot- up process.
  • Page 129 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 130: Appendix B Software

    USB/SATA DVD drive, or a USB flash drive, or the IPMI KVM console. 2. Retrieve the proper RST/RSTe driver. Go to the Supermicro web page for your motherboard and click on "Download the Latest Drivers and Utilities", select the proper driver, and copy it to a USB flash drive.

  • Page 131: Microsoft Windows Os Installation

    USB/SATA DVD drive, or a USB flash drive, or the IPMI KVM console. 2. Retrieve the proper RST/RSTe driver. Go to the Supermicro web page for your motherboard and click on "Download the Latest Drivers and Utilities", select the proper driver, and copy it to a USB flash drive.
  • Page 132 Super X11DAC User's Manual To load the driver, browse the USB flash drive for the proper driver files. • For RAID, choose the SATA/sSATA RAID driver indicated then choose the storage drive on which you want to install it. •...

  • Page 133: Driver Installation

    The Supermicro website contains drivers and utilities for your system at https://www. supermicro.com/wftp/driver. Some of these must be installed, such as the chipset driver. After accessing the website, go into the CDR_Images (in the parent directory of the above link) and locate the ISO file for your motherboard. Download this file to a USB flash drive or a DVD.

  • Page 134: Superdoctor ® 5

    B.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 135: Ipmi

    When logging in to the BMC for the first time, please use the unique password provided by Supermicro to log in. You can change the unique password to a user name and password of your choice for subsequent logins.

  • Page 136: Appendix C Standardized Warning Statements

    The following statements are industry standard warnings, provided to warn the user of situations which have the potential for bodily injury. Should you have questions or experience difficulty, contact Supermicro's Technical Support department for assistance. Only certified technicians should attempt to install or configure components.
  • Page 137 Appendix C: Standardized Warning Statements Attention Danger d'explosion si la pile n'est pas remplacée correctement. Ne la remplacer que par une pile de type semblable ou équivalent, recommandée par le fabricant. Jeter les piles usagées conformément aux instructions du fabricant. ¡Advertencia! Existe peligro de explosión si la batería se reemplaza de manera incorrecta.
  • Page 138 Super X11DAC User's Manual Product Disposal Warning! Ultimate disposal of this product should be handled according to all national laws and regulations. 製品の廃棄 この製品を廃棄処分する場合、 国の関係する全ての法律 ・ 条例に従い処理する必要があります。 警告 本产品的废弃处理应根据所有国家的法律和规章进行。 警告 本產品的廢棄處理應根據所有國家的法律和規章進行。 Warnung Die Entsorgung dieses Produkts sollte gemäß allen Bestimmungen und Gesetzen des Landes erfolgen.

  • Page 139: Appendix D Uefi Bios Recovery

    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 140: Recovering The Main Bios Block With A Usb Device

    1. Please use a different machine to download the BIOS package for your motherboard or your system from the product page available on our website at www.supermicro.com. 2. Extract the BIOS package to a USB device and rename the BIOS ROM file [BIOSname#.###] that is included in the BIOS package to SUPER.ROM for BIOS...
  • Page 141 Appendix D: UEFI BIOS Recovery 5. After locating the SUPER.ROM file, the system will enter the BIOS Recovery menu as shown below. Note: At this point, you may decide if you want to start the BIOS recovery. If you decide to proceed with BIOS recovery, follow the procedures below.
  • Page 142 Super X11DAC User Manual 7. After the BIOS recovery process is complete, press any key to reboot the system. Note: It is recommended that you update your BIOS after BIOS recovery. Please refer to Chapter 3 for BIOS update instructions.
  • Page 143 Appendix D: UEFI BIOS Recovery 9. When the UEFI Shell prompt appears, type fs# to change the device directory path. Go to the directory that contains the BIOS package you extracted earlier from Step 1. Enter flash.nsh BIOSname#.### at the prompt to start the BIOS update process. Note: Do not interrupt this process until the BIOS flashing is complete.

  • Page 144: All Intel Vmd Controllers Menu

    RAID settings. The E.3 section describes the use of journaling drive for the RAID5 volume (parity based RAID). Note 1: Only use NVMe devices that have been validated by Supermicro. For the lat- est updates, please contact us or refer to our website at https://www.supermicro.com.
  • Page 145 Appendix E: Configuring VROC RAID Settings 6. When the following screen displays, use the down arrow key to select Intel® VMD Technology and press <Enter> to enter the Intel® VMD Technology submenu. 7. When the Intel® VMD Technology submenu appears, it will display all the PCI slots that can be configured for VMD support on the screen.
  • Page 146 Super X11DAC User's Manual 13. Navigate to the Advanced tab. 14. Use the arrow keys to select Intel(R) Virtual RAID on CPU and press <Enter> to access the menu items. The following screen will appear showing that the feature "All Intel VMD Controllers"...
  • Page 147 Appendix E: Configuring VROC RAID Settings 15. Use the arrow keys to select All Intel VMD Controllers and press <Enter> to access the menu items. The following screen will appear. It allows the user to create RAID volumes and configure settings of NVMe devices as detected by the system. Note : A single Intel®...

  • Page 148: Configuring Raid Settings

    Super X11DAC User's Manual E.2 Configuring RAID Settings Follow the instructions stated in the E.1 section to access the All Intel VMD Controllers menu items, the following screen will appear. Please carefully follow the instructions listed in this section to configure RAID settings for your devices as desired.
  • Page 149 Appendix E: Configuring VROC RAID Settings To Enter a Name for the RAID Volume From the Create RAID Volume submenu as shown on the previous screen, use the arrow keys to select Name and press <Enter>, and the following screen will display. When the screen above displays, enter a unique name for the RAID volume.
  • Page 150 Super X11DAC User's Manual To Set the RAID Level for the RAID Volume From the Create RAID Volume submenu, select RAID Level and press <Enter>. The following screen will display. Use the arrow keys to select the desired RAID level for the RAID volume that you've created.
  • Page 151 Appendix E: Configuring VROC RAID Settings Enabling RAID Spanned over VMD Controllers From the Create RAID Volume submenu, use the arrow keys to select Enter RAID spanned over VMD Controllers and press <Enter>. The following screen will display. Enter a desired setting for your RAID volume in the pop-up menu. The options are (not selected) and X (selected).
  • Page 152 Super X11DAC User's Manual To Select Disks for the RAID Volumes From the Create RAID Volume submenu, use the arrow keys to highlight Select Disk: and press <Enter>. The following screen will display. The options are (not selected) and X (selected). Set the features one by one to X to select...
  • Page 153 Appendix E: Configuring VROC RAID Settings To Set Strip Size for the RAID Volume From the Create RAID Volume submenu, use the arrow keys to select Strip Size: and press <Enter>. The following screen will display. From the pop-up menu as shown above, select the desired RAID strip size for your RAID volume and press <Enter>.
  • Page 154 Super X11DAC User's Manual To Set the Capacity (GB) for the RAID Volume From the Create RAID Volume submenu, use the arrow keys to select Capacity (GB): and press <Enter>. The following screen will display. Enter the desired RAID capacity (in GB) in the pop-up menu to set the capacity for your...
  • Page 155 Appendix E: Configuring VROC RAID Settings To Create Volumes To finalize your RAID volume configuration, select Create Volume from the Create RAID Volume submenu as shown on the screen below. After selecting Create Volume, press <Enter>. The following screen will appear and display RAID volumes as shown below.
  • Page 156 Super X11DAC User's Manual To Display RAID Volumes For detailed RAID volume information, use the arrow keys to select the desired RAID volume as shown below. To Display RAID VOLUME Information When the screen above appears, press <Enter>. The RAID VOLUME INFO menu will appear...
  • Page 157 Appendix E: Configuring VROC RAID Settings To Delete a RAID Volume On the RAID VOLUME INFO menu, use the arrow keys to select Delete and press <Enter> to delete the RAID volume you have selected. The following screen will appear to confirm if you want to delete the RAID Volume. Select Yes to delete the RAID Volume.
  • Page 158 Super X11DAC User's Manual To Reset the RAID Volume to non-RAID On the RAID VOLUME INFO submenu shown on the bottom screen of page 156, select the desired NVMe device from the list of RAID Member Disks and press <Enter> as shown below.
  • Page 159 Appendix E: Configuring VROC RAID Settings To Turn on the Disk Locator LED Follow the instructions stated in the E.1 section to access the All Intel VMD Controllers menu. When the following screen displays, select a non-RAID physical disk to turn on the disk locator LED to locate a selected device.
  • Page 160 Super X11DAC User's Manual To Mark a RAID Volume as Spare Follow the instructions stated in the E.1 section to access the All Intel VMD Controllers menu. When the following screen appears, select a desired NVMe device from the list of Non-RAID Physical Disks.
  • Page 161 Appendix E: Configuring VROC RAID Settings When the following screen appears, select Yes to confirm that you want the selected device to be used as a spare device. The options are Yes and No. Note: A spare disk is used for automatic RAID volume rebuilds when status of failed, missing, or at risk is detected on the array disk.
  • Page 162 Super X11DAC User's Manual To Mark a RAID Volume as a Journaling Drive Refer to the instructions stated in the E.1 section to access the All Intel VMD Controllers menu. When the following screen appears, select a desired NVMe device from the list of Non-RAID Physical Disks for use as a journaling drive.
  • Page 163 Appendix E: Configuring VROC RAID Settings When the following screen appears, select Yes to confirm that the selected device is to be used as a journaling drive. The options are Yes and No. Note: RAID Write Hole (RWH) is a condition associated with a power/drive-failure/crash while writing to a RAID5 volume.

  • Page 164: Use Of Journaling Drive

    Super X11DAC User's Manual E.3 Use of Journaling Drive The following section describes the use of a journaling drive for the RAID5 volume, which is a parity-based RAID. Step 1. Refer to the instructions stated in the E.1 section to access All Intel VMD Controllers menu items.
  • Page 165 Appendix E: Configuring VROC RAID Settings RWH Policy Press <Enter> and the following screen will appear. If any device has been set as a journaling drive (see pages 162 and 170), the options are Distributed PPL, Journaling Drive, and Disable. If no device has been set as a journaling drive, the options are Distributed PPL and Disable.
  • Page 166 Super X11DAC User's Manual Step 3. Set the feature, RWH Policy, to Journaling Drive. Press <Enter> and the RWH JD feature will become available as shown below. RWH JD Use the arrow keys to select RWH JD. Press <Enter> and the following screen will appear.
  • Page 167 Appendix E: Configuring VROC RAID Settings Step 4. Use the arrow keys and press <Enter> to select the desired journaling drive from the option list of RWH JD. Step 5. For the changes to take effect, use the arrow keys to select Change RWH settings and press <Enter>.

  • Page 168: Boot Mode Select Feature

    Super X11DAC User's Manual Appendix F Secure Boot Settings Secure boot is a feature of UEFI (Unified Extensible Firmware Interface) that ensures boot loaders are digitally signed and validated. The F.1, F.2, and F.3 sections provide instructions on how to enable the secure boot features. The F.4 section states Key Management settings.

  • Page 169: Secure Boot/ Secure Boot Mode/ Csm Support Features

    Appendix F: Secure Boot Settings F.2 Secure Boot/ Secure Boot Mode/ CSM Support Features Press <Del> during system boot to enter the BIOS Setup utility. Navigate to the Security tab as shown below. Use the arrow keys to select Secure Boot and press <Enter> to access the menu items. The following screen will appear.

  • Page 170: Secure Boot Settings

    Super X11DAC User's Manual F.3 Secure Boot Settings To have the secure boot support, be sure to follow the steps below (Step 1 ~ Step 4). Step 1. Set Secure Boot Mode to Standard. Press Yes to install factory default keys as needed.
  • Page 171 Appendix F: Secure Boot Settings Step 2. For the changes to take effect, press <F4> to save the settings and exit the BIOS Setup utility. Step 3. Press <Del> during system boot to enter the BIOS Setup utility. Navigate to the Security tab and enter the Secure Boot menu.
  • Page 172 Super X11DAC User's Manual Step 4. Press <Del> during system boot to enter the BIOS Setup utility. Navigate to the Security tab and enter the Secure Boot menu. Set Secure Boot to Enabled. For the changes to take effect, press <F4> to save the settings and exit the BIOS Setup utility.

  • Page 173: Key Management Settings

    Appendix F: Secure Boot Settings F.4 Key Management Settings The Key Management menu as shown below, which is available when Secure Boot Mode is set to Custom, allows the secure boot keys to be installed via the external device and be involved in the secure boot process.
  • Page 174 Super X11DAC User's Manual Restore Factory Keys  Select and press Yes to restore factory default secure boot keys and key variables. Also, it will reset the system to the User mode. The options are Yes and No. Reset To Setup Mode (available when the System Mode is in User ...
  • Page 175 Appendix F: Secure Boot Settings Export Secure Boot variables  Use this feature to export NVRAM content of secure boot variables to files in a root folder on a file system device. Enroll Efi Image  This feature is to enroll SHA256 hash of the binary into the Authorized Signature Data- base (DB) and to allow the image to run in the secure boot mode.
  • Page 176 Super X11DAC User's Manual Remove 'UEFI CA' from DB (available when the system is not in Device  Guard Ready) Select and press Yes to remove Microsoft UEFI CA certificate from the DB. The options are Yes and No. Restore DB defaults ...
  • Page 177 Appendix F: Secure Boot Settings *Refer to the following settings for keys and signatures related to secure boot. Platform Key (PK)  The Platform Key (PK), which is pre-installed in firmware during manufacturing, provides full control of the secure boot key hierarchy. The options are Details, Export, Update, and Delete.
  • Page 178 Super X11DAC User's Manual Export: Use the arrow keys to select Export. It is to save the current PKs to a FAT for- matted USB flash drive. Press <Enter> and the following screen will appear. Note: Refer to the right panel of the screen for the file formats accepted.
  • Page 179 Appendix F: Secure Boot Settings Update: Use the arrow keys to select Update. It is to load the factory defaults or load PKs from a file on the external device. Press <Enter> and the following screen will appear.
  • Page 180 Super X11DAC User's Manual To load the factory defaults, navigate to Yes and press <Enter>. The following screen will appear. To load PKs from a file on the external device, navigate to No and press <Enter>.
  • Page 181 Appendix F: Secure Boot Settings When the following screen appears, select the USB flash drive that contains the desired file.
  • Page 182 Super X11DAC User's Manual Press <Enter> and the following screen will appear. Delete: Use the arrow keys to select Delete and press <Enter> to clear the current PKs and reset the system to the Setup mode.
  • Page 183 Appendix F: Secure Boot Settings Key Exchange Key  The Key Exchange Key (KEK), which is held by the operating system vendor, can be updated by the holder of the PK and be used by secure boot to protect access to signa- tures databases.
  • Page 184 Super X11DAC User's Manual Press <Enter> and the following screen will appear. To load the factory defaults, navigate to Yes and press <Enter>. The following screen will appear. To load KEKs from a file on the external device, navigate to No and press <Enter>. Refer...
  • Page 185 Appendix F: Secure Boot Settings Delete: Use the arrow keys to select Delete and press <Enter>. Navigate to Yes and press <Enter> to clear the current KEKs. Navigate to No and press <Enter> to delete only one certificate from the key database.
  • Page 186 Super X11DAC User's Manual Authorized Signatures  Authorized Signature Database (DB) contains authorized signing certificates and digital signatures. The options are Details, Export, Update, Append, and Delete. Select Details to display detailed information of Authorized Signatures. Select Export to save the cur- rent DB to a FAT formatted USB flash drive.
  • Page 187 Appendix F: Secure Boot Settings Forbidden Signatures  Forbidden Signature Database (DBX), which is the inverse of DB, contains forbidden certificates and digital signatures. The options are Details, Export, Update, Append, and Delete. Select Details to display detailed information of Forbidden Signatures. Select Export to save the current DBX to a FAT formatted USB flash drive.
  • Page 188 Super X11DAC User's Manual Authorized TimeStamps  Authorized Timestamp Database (DBT) is used to issue and check signed time stamp certificates. The options are Details, Export, Update, Append, and Delete. Select Details to display detailed information of Authorized Timestamps. Select Export to save the cur- rent DBT to a FAT formatted USB flash drive.
  • Page 189 Appendix F: Secure Boot Settings OsRecovery Signatures  OsRecovery Signatures Database (DBR) contains secure boot authorized recovery vari- ables. The options are Details, Export, Update, Append, and Delete. Select Details to display detailed information of OsRecovery Signatures. Select Export to save the current DBR to a FAT formatted USB flash drive.

  • Page 190: Pcie/Pci/Pnp Features

    Super X11DAC User's Manual Appendix G Configuring iSCSI Settings Internet small computer system interface (iSCSI) is a protocol that defines how block-level data transports between the iSCSI initiator and iSCSI target over an Internet protocol (IP) network. The iSCSI initiator (client/host) enables a connection to the iSCSI target and initiates I/O requests.
  • Page 191 Appendix G: Configuring iSCSI Settings Onboard LAN1 Option ROM Use the arrow keys to select Onboard LAN1 Option ROM and press <Enter>. The options are Disabled, Legacy, and EFI. Set this feature to EFI. Note: If Onboard LAN1 Option ROM is set to EFI, all features for onboard LAN op- tion ROM will be set to EFI by the EFI driver.
  • Page 192 Super X11DAC User's Manual Ipv4 PXE Support/Ipv6 PXE Support To enable Ipv4/Ipv6 PXE boot support, use the arrow keys to select and set Ipv4 PXE Support/ Ipv6 PXE Support to Enabled. Note: Enable both Ipv4 PXE Support and Ipv6 PXE Support to have iSCSI settings available.

  • Page 193: Configuring Iscsi Settings

    Appendix G: Configuring iSCSI Settings G.2 Configuring iSCSI Settings iSCSI Initiator Name Use this feature to enter the unique initiator name in iSCSI qualified name (IQN) format. Add an Attempt Use the arrow keys to select Add an Attempt.
  • Page 194 Super X11DAC User's Manual Press <Enter> and the following screen will appear. Use the arrow keys to select the desired media access control address (MAC address), network interface card (NIC) port. Press <Enter> and the following screen will appear. iSCSI Attempt Name...
  • Page 195 Appendix G: Configuring iSCSI Settings iSCSI Mode Use this feature to set the iSCSI mode. The options are Disabled, Enabled, and Enabled for MPIO. Multipath I/O (MPIO) is a feature that allows the system to route I/O through the available paths if the active path fails (be sure to have more than one physical path connected to the system).
  • Page 196 Super X11DAC User's Manual Connection Retry Count The valid range is 0~16. Use this feature to enter the number of logon sessions allowed for the iSCSI initiator to restart with the iSCSI target if the first logon connection fails. Connection Establishing Timeout Use this feature to set the logon connection establishing timeout (in milliseconds).
  • Page 197 Appendix G: Configuring iSCSI Settings OUI-format ISID This feature displays the default ISID in OUI format. The value (in six bytes) is derived from the MAC address of the NIC port that you selected earlier. Configure ISID Press <Enter> to configure the ISID. The default value is derived from the last three bytes of the OUI-format ISID.
  • Page 198 Super X11DAC User's Manual Enable DHCP Use this feature to disable/enable dynamic host configuration protocol (DHCP) server service for the iSCSI initiator. The options are Disabled and Enabled. Note: Set the feature, Enable DHCP, to Disabled if you would like to specify the iSCSI initiator IP address/subnet mask/gateway.
  • Page 199 Appendix G: Configuring iSCSI Settings Initiator Subnet Mask (available when Enable DHCP is set to Disabled) Use this feature to enter the desired iSCSI initiator subnet mask. Gateway (available when Enable DHCP is set to Disabled) Use this feature to enter the desired iSCSI initiator gateway.
  • Page 200 Super X11DAC User's Manual Get target info via DHCP (available when Enable DHCP is set to Enabled) Use this feature to disable/enable dynamic host configuration protocol (DHCP) server service for the iSCSI target. The options are Disabled and Enabled. Note 1: Set the feature, Get target info via DHCP, to Disabled if you would like to specify the iSCSI target name/IP address/boot LUN.
  • Page 201 Appendix G: Configuring iSCSI Settings Target Address Use this feature to enter the desired iSCSI target IP address. Target Port This feature displays the iSCSI target port. Boot LUN Use this feature to enter the LUN ID of boot LUN.
  • Page 202 Super X11DAC User's Manual Authentication Type Use this feature to set the authentication method. The options are CHAP and None. Note: Challenge handshake authentication protocol (CHAP) is a protocol used to verify the identity of the peer of a connection.
  • Page 203 Appendix G: Configuring iSCSI Settings CHAP Name (available when Authentication Type is set to CHAP) Use this feature to enter the CHAP name authenticated by the iSCSI target. CHAP Secret (available when Authentication Type is set to CHAP) Use this feature to enter the CHAP secret (12~16 characters) authenticated by the iSCSI target.
  • Page 204 Super X11DAC User's Manual CHAP Status This feature displays the CHAP status. Reverse CHAP Name (available when CHAP Type is set to Mutual) Use this feature to enter the CHAP name authenticated by the iSCSI initiator.
  • Page 205 Appendix G: Configuring iSCSI Settings Reverse CHAP Secret (available when CHAP Type is set to Mutual) Use this feature to enter the CHAP secret (12~16 characters) authenticated by the iSCSI initiator. Reverse CHAP Status (available when CHAP Type is set to Mutual) This feature displays the reverse CHAP status.
  • Page 206 Super X11DAC User's Manual Save Changes Use the arrow keys to select Save Changes and press <Enter> to save settings shown on the screen. Note: For the changes to take effect, save settings and restart the system. Back to Previous Page...
  • Page 207 Appendix G: Configuring iSCSI Settings The user will be returned to the main screen of iSCSI Configuration as shown below. Delete Attempts Use the arrow keys to select Delete Attempts. Press <Enter> and the following screen will appear.
  • Page 208 Super X11DAC User's Manual Attempt 1 Use the feature to disable/enable Attempt 1. The options are Disabled and Enabled. Attempt 2 Use the feature to disable/enable Attempt 2. The options are Disabled and Enabled.
  • Page 209 Appendix G: Configuring iSCSI Settings Commit Changes and Exit Press <Enter> to save changes and return to the main screen of iSCSI Configuration. Discard Changes and Exit Press <Enter> to return to the main screen of iSCSI Configuration without any change.
  • Page 210 Super X11DAC User's Manual Change Attempt Order Use the arrow keys to select Change Attempt Order. Press <Enter> and the following screen will appear.
  • Page 211 Appendix G: Configuring iSCSI Settings Change Attempt Order This feature is to change the Attempt order. Use arrow keys to select the desired Attempt, then <+/-> keys to move up/down the selected Attempt. For instance, move up the selected Attempt by using <+> key. Move down the selected Attempt by using <-> key. Commit Changes and Exit Press <Enter>...

  • Page 212: Appendix H Configuring Network Interface Card (Nic) Settings

    Super X11DAC User's Manual Appendix H Configuring Network Interface Card (NIC) Settings The appendix describes settings of onboard Intel® LAN devices via the BIOS Setup utility supported by the Unified Extensible Firmware Interface (UEFI) driver. H.1 Network Interface Card (NIC) Settings Press <Del>...
  • Page 213 Appendix H: Configuring Network Interface Card (NIC) Settings Onboard LAN1 Option ROM (available when NIC(s) is(are) detected by the system) Use the arrow keys to select Onboard LAN1 Option ROM and press <Enter>. The options are Disabled, Legacy, and EFI. Set this feature to EFI. Note : If Onboard LAN1 Option ROM is set to EFI, all features for onboard LAN op- tion ROM will be set to EFI by the EFI driver.
  • Page 214 Super X11DAC User's Manual Use the arrow keys to select the desired onboard LAN device as shown below. Press <Enter> and the following screen will appear. It displays the detailed information for the selected onboard LAN device.
  • Page 215 Appendix H: Configuring Network Interface Card (NIC) Settings Blink LEDs This feature allows the user to set the LED blink duration (in seconds). The valid range is 0~15 (seconds). NIC Configuration Use the arrow keys to select NIC Configuration.
  • Page 216 Super X11DAC User's Manual Press <Enter> and the following screen will appear. Wake on LAN Use the arrow keys to select Wake On LAN and press <Enter>. The following screen will appear. The options are Disabled and Enabled. Set this feature to support system wake-up...

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