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  • Page 1 X11SPM-F X11SPM-TF X11SPM-TPF 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

    About This Motherboard The Supermicro X11SPM-F/-TF/-TPF supports an Intel® Xeon 81xx/61xx/51xx/41xx/31xx series (Socket P0-LGA 3647) processor. Built with the Intel PCH C621 (X11SPM-F) and C622 (X11SPM-TF/-TPF) chipset, this motherboard offers such features as SATA 3.0 ports, dual 1G Base-T / 10G Base-T / 10G SFP+ ports, SuperDOM connectors, a Trusted Platform Module (TPM) header, and support for 6-channel, 6-DIMM DDR4 ECC RDIMM/LRDIMM memory with speeds of up to 2666MHz.

  • Page 4: Contacting Supermicro

    Super X11SPM-F/-TF/-TPF 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 5: Table Of Contents

    Preface Table of Contents Chapter 1 Introduction 1.1 Checklist ..........................8 Quick Reference .......................13 Quick Reference Table ......................14 Motherboard Features .......................16 1.2 Processor and Chipset Overview ..................20 1.3 Special Features ........................20 Recovery from AC Power Loss ..................20 1.4 System Health Monitoring ....................21 Onboard Voltage Monitors ....................21 Fan Status Monitor with Firmware Control ...............21 Environmental Temperature Control .................21...
  • Page 6 Super X11SPM-F/-TF/-TPF User's Manual 2.3 Motherboard Installation .....................32 Tools Needed ........................32 Location of Mounting Holes ....................32 Installing the Motherboard....................33 2.4 Memory Support and Installation ..................34 Memory Support ........................34 DIMM Module Population Sequence ................35 DIMM Installation ......................36 DIMM Removal .........................36 2.5 Rear I/O Ports ........................37 2.6 Front Control Panel ......................42...
  • Page 7 Preface Chapter 4 BIOS 4.1 Introduction .........................72 4.2 Main Setup .........................73 4.3 Advanced Setup Configurations ..................75 4.4 Event Logs ........................102 4.5 IPMI ..........................104 4.6 Security ..........................107 4.7 Boot ..........................111 4.8 Save & Exit ........................114 Appendix A BIOS Codes Appendix B Software Installation B.1 Installing Software Programs ...................118 B.2 SuperDoctor 5 .........................119...

  • Page 8: Chapter 1 Introduction

    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 additon to the motherboard, several important parts that are included in the retail box are listed below.
  • Page 9 Chapter 1: Introduction Figure 1-1. X11SPM-F 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 X11SPM-F/-TF/-TPF User's Manual Figure 1-2. X11SPM-TF Motherboard Image...
  • Page 11 Chapter 1: Introduction Figure 1-3. X11SPM-TPF Motherboard Image...
  • Page 12 FANA BAR CODE JSD2 Notes: • The image above combines X11SPM-F, X11SPM-TF, and X11SPM-TPF models. See pages 9-11 for a more accurate representation of each motherboard. • X11SPM-F Only: Marvell 88E1512 for 1G BASE-T Ports • X11SPM-TF Only: Intel X557 for 10G BASE-T Ports •...

  • Page 13: Quick Reference

    Marvell JSTBY1 88E1512 JRK1 FAN6 Inphi (-F) SLOT7 CS4227 JPI2C1 (-TPF) SLOT4 LAN1/2 JTPM1 (-F/-TPF) FAN5 SRW3 FAN5 X11SPM-F/-TF/-TPF JWD1 REV: 1.01 JRK1 SRW3 DESIGNED IN USA JPG1 JPH1 JBT1 JMD1 JMD1 DIMMA1 DIMMB1 JPME1 JPME1 DIMMC1 JPV1 JBT1 USB2/3...

  • Page 14: Quick Reference Table

    JSTBY1 Standby Power Header JTPM1 Trusted Platform Module/Port 80 Connector JUIDB1 Unit Identifier (UID) Switch 1G BASE-T Ports (for X11SPM-F) LAN1, LAN2 10G BASE-T Ports (for X11SPM-TF) 10G SFP+ Ports (for X11SPM-TPF) Note: Table is continued on the next page.
  • Page 15 Chapter 1: Introduction Connector Description SLOT4 CPU PCI-E 3.0 x16 Slot SLOT6 CPU PCI-E 3.0 x16 Slot SLOT7 CPU PCI-E 3.0 x8 Slot SRW3, SRW4 M.2 Mounting Holes S-SGPIO1 Serial Link General Purpose I/O Header USB0/1 Back Panel Universal Serial Bus (USB) 2.0 Ports USB2/3, USB4/5 Front Accessible USB 2.0 Headers USB6/7...

  • Page 16: Motherboard Features

    Note: Memory speed support depends on the processors used in the system. DIMM Size • Up to 128GB at 1.2V Note: For the latest CPU/memory updates, please refer to our website at http://www.supermicro.com/products/ motherboard. Chipset • Intel PCH C621 (X11SPM-F) •...
  • Page 17 Chapter 1: Introduction Motherboard Features I/O Devices • One (1) serial port on the rear I/O panel (COM1) • Serial (COM) Port • One (1) front accessible serial port header (COM2) Twelve (12) SATA 3.0 ports: • Eight (8) SATA 3.0 ports via AHCI controller with RAID 0, 1, 5, 10 (I-SATA0~7) •...
  • Page 18 CPU TDP sizing. Note 2: For IPMI configuration instructions, please refer to the Embedded IPMI Con- figuration User's Guide available at http://www.supermicro.com/support/manuals/. Note 3: It is strongly recommended that you change BMC log-in information upon initial system power-on.

  • Page 19: System Block Diagram

    DIMMC1 CPU#1 DMI3 PCI-E X16 PCI-E X16 PCI-E X8 #JS2 DMI3 #JS1 SATA 3 NCSI PCIe Gen3 X11SPM-F C621 -TF/TPF C622 USB 2.0 x 6 USB 3.0 x 5 RGRMII LAN3 RJ45 RTL8211F P0/1 Intel 10GBASE-T x2 PCI-E X1 X557 AT2...

  • Page 20: Processor And Chipset Overview

    1.2 Processor and Chipset Overview Built upon the functionality and capability of the Intel® Xeon 81xx/61xx/51xx/41xx/31xx series (Socket P0-LGA3647) processor and the Intel PCH C621 (X11SPM-F) / C622 (X11SPM-TF/- TPF) chipset, the X11SPM-F/-TF/-TPF motherboard offers maximum I/O expandability, energy efficiency, and data reliability in a 14-nm process architecture, and is optimized for embedded storage solutions, networking applications, or cloud-computing platforms.

  • Page 21: System Health Monitoring

    Chapter 1: Introduction 1.4 System Health Monitoring Onboard Voltage Monitors An onboard voltage monitor will scan the voltages of onboard chipset, memory, CPU, and battery continuously. Once a voltage becomes unstable, a warning is given, or an error message is sent to the screen. The user can adjust the voltage thresholds to define the sensitivity of the voltage monitor.

  • Page 22: Power Supply

    As with all computer products, a stable power source is necessary for proper and reliable operation. It is even more important for processors that have high CPU clock rates. The X11SPM-F/-TF/-TPF motherboard accommodates a 24-pin ATX power supply. Although most power supplies generally meet the specifications required by the CPU, some are inadequate.

  • Page 23: Chapter 2 Installation

    Chapter 2: Installation Chapter 2 Installation 2.1 Static-Sensitive Devices Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) can damage electronic com ponents. To prevent damage to your motherboard, it is important to handle it very carefully. The following measures are generally sufficient to protect your equipment from ESD. Precautions •...

  • Page 24: 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 25: Overview Of The Processor Socket Assembly

    Chapter 2: Installation Overview of the Processor Socket Assembly The processor socket assembly contains 1) the Intel Non-F processor, 2) the processor clip, 3) the dust cover, and 4) the CPU socket. 1. Non-F Processor 2. Processor Clip (the plastic processor package carrier used for the CPU) 3.

  • Page 26: Overview Of The Processor Heatsink Module

    Super X11SPM-F/-TF/-TPF User's Manual Overview of the Processor Heatsink Module The Processor Heatsink Module (PHM) contains 1) a heatsink, 2) a processor clip, and 3) the Non-F processor. 1. Heatsink 2. Processor Clip 3. Non-F Processor Processor Heatsink Module (Bottom View for a Non-F model)

  • Page 27: Attaching The Non-F Model Processor To The Processor Clip To Create The Processor Carrier Assembly

    Chapter 2: Installation Attaching the Non-F Model Processor to the Processor Clip to Create the Processor Carrier Assembly To properly install the CPU into the processor clip, please follow the steps below: 1. Locate pin 1 (notch A), which is the triangle located on the top of the processor clip. Also locate notch B and notch C on the processor clip.

  • Page 28: Attaching The Non-F Model Processor Carrier Assembly To The Heatsink To Form The Processor Heatsink Module

    Super X11SPM-F/-TF/-TPF User's Manual Attaching the Non-F Model Processor Carrier Assembly to the Heatsink to Form the Processor Heatsink Module After you have made a processor carrier assembly by following the instructions on the previous page, please follow the steps below to mount the processor carrier assembly onto the heatsink to create the Processor Heatsink Module (PHM): 1.

  • Page 29: Preparing The Cpu Socket For Installation

    Chapter 2: Installation 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 (P0) socket, and 4) a back plate. These components are pre-installed on the motherboard before shipping.

  • Page 30: Installing The Processor Heatsink Module

    Super X11SPM-F/-TF/-TPF User's Manual Installing the Processor Heatsink Module Once you have assembled the processor heatsink module (PHM) by following the instructions listed on page 28, you are ready to install the PHM into the CPU socket on the motherboard.

  • Page 31: Removing The Processor Heatsink Module From The Motherboard

    Chapter 2: Installation Removing the Processor Heatsink Module from the Motherboard Before removing the processor heatsink module (PHM), unplug 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 the screw marked #4 (in the sequence of 4, 3, 2, 1).

  • Page 32: Motherboard Installation

    Super X11SPM-F/-TF/-TPF User's Manual 2.3 Motherboard Installation All motherboards have standard mounting holes to fit different types of chassis. Make sure that the locations of all the mounting holes for both the motherboard and the chassis match. Although a chassis may have both plastic and metal mounting fasteners, metal ones are highly recommended because they ground the motherboard to the chassis.

  • Page 33: Installing The Motherboard

    Chapter 2: Installation Installing the Motherboard 1. Install the I/O shield into the back of the chassis. 2. Locate the mounting holes on the motherboard. See the previous page for the location. 3. Locate the matching mounting holes on the chassis. Align the mounting holes on the motherboard against the mounting holes on the chassis.

  • Page 34: Memory Support And Installation

    Memory Support The X11SPM-F/-TF/-TPF supports up to 192GB of RDIMM, 384GB of LRDIMM, and 768GB of 3DS LRDIMM DDR4 (288-pin) ECC memory with speeds of up to 2666MHz in six memory slots. Refer to the table below for additional memory information.

  • Page 35: Dimm Module Population Sequence

    (-TF) IPMI_LAN USB0/1 LAN1/2 SRW4 Marvell (-TF) JSTBY1 88E1512 FAN6 (-F) Inphi CS4227 (-TPF) LAN1/2 JTPM1 (-F/-TPF) FAN5 X11SPM-F/-TF/-TPF REV: 1.01 JRK1 SRW3 DESIGNED IN USA JMD1 JPME1 JPV1 JBT1 USB2/3 USB4/5 NIC2 NIC1 Intel LEDPWR FANA BAR CODE JSD2...

  • Page 36: Dimm Installation

    Super X11SPM-F/-TF/-TPF User's Manual DIMM Installation UID_LED1 PCB EDGE PRESS FIT JUIDB1 COM1 COM2 USB6/7 Intel BMC_HB_LED1 ASpeed (3.0) 1. Insert the desired number of DIMMs X557 AST2500 (-TF) IPMI_LAN USB0/1 LAN1/2 SRW4 Marvell (-TF) JSTBY1 88E1512 into the memory slots in the following...

  • Page 37: Rear I/O Ports

    (-TF) IPMI_LAN USB0/1 LAN1/2 SRW4 (-TF) Marvell JSTBY1 88E1512 FAN6 (-F) Inphi CS4227 (-TPF) LAN1/2 JTPM1 (-F/-TPF) FAN5 X11SPM-F/-TF/-TPF JRK1 REV: 1.01 SRW3 DESIGNED IN USA JMD1 JPME1 JPV1 JBT1 USB2/3 USB4/5 NIC2 NIC1 Intel LEDPWR FANA BAR CODE JSD2...
  • Page 38 Super X11SPM-F/-TF/-TPF User's Manual Figure 2-2. I/O Port Locations and Definitions X11SPM-F X11SPM-TPF X11SPM-TF Description Description Description COM Port 1 USB7 (3.0) LAN1/2 (-TF only) Dedicated IPMI LAN USB6 (3.0) VGA Port USB1 LAN1/2 (-F only) UID Switch USB0 LAN1/2 (-TPF only)
  • Page 39 USB0/1 LAN1/2 SRW4 (-TF) Marvell 3. VGA Port JSTBY1 88E1512 FAN6 (-F) Inphi CS4227 (-TPF) LAN1/2 JTPM1 (-F/-TPF) FAN5 X11SPM-F/-TF/-TPF REV: 1.01 JRK1 SRW3 DESIGNED IN USA JMD1 JPME1 JPV1 JBT1 USB2/3 USB4/5 NIC2 NIC1 Intel LEDPWR FANA BAR CODE...
  • Page 40 Super X11SPM-F/-TF/-TPF User's Manual Universal Serial Bus (USB) Ports There are two USB 2.0 ports (USB0/1) and two USB 3.0 ports (USB6/7) on the I/O back panel. The motherboard also has two front access USB 2.0 headers (USB2/3, USB4/5) and one front access USB 3.0 header (USB8/9).
  • Page 41 USB0/1 LAN1/2 SRW4 (-TF) Marvell JSTBY1 88E1512 3. IPMI LAN FAN6 (-F) Inphi CS4227 (-TPF) LAN1/2 JTPM1 (-F/-TPF) FAN5 X11SPM-F/-TF/-TPF REV: 1.01 JRK1 SRW3 DESIGNED IN USA JMD1 JPME1 JPV1 JBT1 USB2/3 USB4/5 NIC2 NIC1 Intel LEDPWR FANA BAR CODE...

  • 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: Power Button

    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 in the suspend mode, press the button for at least 4 seconds.
  • Page 44 Super X11SPM-F/-TF/-TPF User's Manual UID LED The UID LED is on pins 7 and 8 of JF1. Connect a cable here to show the UID activity. Refer to the table below for pin definitions. UID LED Pin Definitions (JF1) Pins...
  • 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 the LED connection for LAN Port 2 is on pins 9 and 10. NIC1 LED and NIC2 LED are 2-pin NIC LED headers.

  • Page 46: Nmi Button

    Super X11SPM-F/-TF/-TPF 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 Ground NMI Button The non-maskable interrupt button header is located on pins 19 and 20 of JF1. Refer to the table below for pin definitions.

  • Page 47: Connectors

    IPMI_LAN (-TF) USB0/1 LAN1/2 SRW4 (-TF) Marvell JSTBY1 88E1512 FAN6 Inphi (-F) CS4227 (-TPF) LAN1/2 JTPM1 (-F/-TPF) FAN5 X11SPM-F/-TF/-TPF JRK1 REV: 1.01 SRW3 DESIGNED IN USA JMD1 JPME1 JPV1 JBT1 USB2/3 USB4/5 NIC2 NIC1 Intel LEDPWR FANA BAR CODE JSD2...
  • Page 48 Super X11SPM-F/-TF/-TPF User's Manual 8-Pin CPU Power Connector JPV1 is an 8-pin 12V DC power input for the CPU that must be connected to the power supply. Refer to the table below for pin definitions.. 8-pin CPU Power Pin Definitions...

  • Page 49: Headers

    (-TF) Marvell 3. FAN3 JSTBY1 88E1512 FAN6 (-F) Inphi CS4227 (-TPF) LAN1/2 4. FAN4 JTPM1 (-F/-TPF) FAN5 X11SPM-F/-TF/-TPF REV: 1.01 JRK1 SRW3 DESIGNED IN USA 5. FAN5 6. FAN6 JMD1 7. FANA JPME1 JPV1 JBT1 8. FANB USB2/3 USB4/5 9. Speaker Header...
  • Page 50 Super X11SPM-F/-TF/-TPF User's Manual SGPIO Headers There is one Serial Link General Purpose Input/Output (S-SGPIO1) header located on the motherboard. SGPIO headers are used to communicate with the enclosure management chip on the back panel. Refer to the table below for pin definitions.
  • Page 51 (-TF) IPMI_LAN USB0/1 LAN1/2 SRW4 (-TF) Marvell JSTBY1 88E1512 FAN6 (-F) Inphi CS4227 (-TPF) LAN1/2 JTPM1 (-F/-TPF) FAN5 X11SPM-F/-TF/-TPF REV: 1.01 JRK1 SRW3 DESIGNED IN USA JMD1 JPME1 JPV1 JBT1 USB2/3 USB4/5 NIC2 NIC1 Intel LEDPWR FANA BAR CODE JSD2...
  • Page 52 Pin# Definition +5V Standby Ground NVMe I C Header Connector JNVI C1 is a management header for the Supermicro AOC NVMe PCI-E peripheral cards. Connect the I C cable to this connector. 1. Standby Power UID_LED1 PCB EDGE PRESS FIT...
  • Page 53 (-TF) IPMI_LAN USB0/1 LAN1/2 SRW4 (-TF) Marvell JSTBY1 88E1512 FAN6 Inphi (-F) CS4227 (-TPF) LAN1/2 JTPM1 (-F/-TPF) FAN5 X11SPM-F/-TF/-TPF JRK1 REV: 1.01 SRW3 DESIGNED IN USA JMD1 JPME1 JPV1 JBT1 USB2/3 USB4/5 NIC2 NIC1 Intel LEDPWR FANA BAR CODE JSD2...

  • Page 54: Chassis Intrusion

    Super X11SPM-F/-TF/-TPF User's Manual Chassis Intrusion A Chassis Intrusion header is located at JL1 on the motherboard. Attach the appropriate cable from the chassis to the header to inform you when the chassis is opened. Chassis Intrusion Pin Definitions Pins...
  • Page 55 Chapter 2: Installation SATA Ports The X11SPM-F/-TF/-TPF has twelve SATA 3.0 ports supported by the Intel C621 and C622 chipset. The AHCI controller supports I-SATA0~7, while the sSATA controller supports S-SATA0~3. Both controllers support RAID 0, 1, 5, and 10. SATA ports provide serial-link signal connections, which are faster than the connections of Parallel ATA.
  • Page 56 Super X11SPM-F/-TF/-TPF User's Manual Unit Identifier Switch/UID LED Indicator A Unit Identifier (UID) switch and an LED Indicator are located on the motherboard. The UID switch is located at JUIDB1, which is next to the VGA port on the back panel. The UID LED (UID_LE1) is located next to the UID switch.
  • Page 57 M.2 is formerly known as Next Generation Form Factor (NGFF). The M.2 slot is designed for internal mounting devices. The X11SPM-F/-TF/-TPF motherboard deploys an M key dedicated for SSD devices with the ulitmate performance capability in a PCI-Express 3.0 x4 interface for native PCI-E SSD support.

  • Page 58: Jumper Settings

    Super X11SPM-F/-TF/-TPF User's Manual 2.8 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 below for an example of jumping pins 1 and 2.
  • Page 59 (-TF) IPMI_LAN USB0/1 LAN1/2 SRW4 (-TF) Marvell JSTBY1 88E1512 FAN6 (-F) Inphi CS4227 (-TPF) LAN1/2 JTPM1 (-F/-TPF) FAN5 X11SPM-F/-TF/-TPF REV: 1.01 JRK1 SRW3 DESIGNED IN USA JMD1 JPME1 JPV1 JBT1 USB2/3 USB4/5 NIC2 NIC1 Intel LEDPWR FANA BAR CODE JSD2...
  • Page 60 Super X11SPM-F/-TF/-TPF User's Manual ME Recovery Use jumper JPME1 to select ME Firmware Recovery Mode, which will limit resource allocation for essential system operation only in order to maintain normal power operation and management. In the single operation, online upgrade will be available via Recovery mode.
  • Page 61 (-TF) IPMI_LAN USB0/1 LAN1/2 SRW4 (-TF) Marvell JSTBY1 88E1512 FAN6 (-F) Inphi CS4227 (-TPF) LAN1/2 JTPM1 (-F/-TPF) FAN5 X11SPM-F/-TF/-TPF REV: 1.01 JRK1 SRW3 DESIGNED IN USA JMD1 JPME1 JPV1 JBT1 USB2/3 USB4/5 NIC2 NIC1 Intel LEDPWR FANA BAR CODE JSD2...

  • Page 62: Led Indicators

    Super X11SPM-F/-TF/-TPF User's Manual 2.9 LED Indicators LAN1/2 LEDs The Ethernet ports (located beside the VGA port) have two LEDs. On each port, one LED indicates activity when flashing while the other LED may be green, amber or off to indicate the speed of the connection.
  • Page 63 (-TF) IPMI_LAN USB0/1 LAN1/2 SRW4 (-TF) Marvell JSTBY1 88E1512 FAN6 (-F) Inphi CS4227 (-TPF) LAN1/2 JTPM1 (-F/-TPF) FAN5 X11SPM-F/-TF/-TPF REV: 1.01 JRK1 SRW3 DESIGNED IN USA JMD1 JPME1 JPV1 JBT1 USB2/3 USB4/5 NIC2 NIC1 Intel LEDPWR FANA BAR CODE JSD2...

  • Page 64: Chapter 3 Troubleshooting

    Super X11SPM-F/-TF/-TPF User's Manual 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 65: No Video

    1. Make sure that the memory modules are compatible with the system and that the DIMMs are properly and fully installed. (For memory compatibility, refer to the memory compatibility chart posted on our website at http://www.supermicro.com.) 2. Check if different speeds of DIMMs have been installed. It is strongly recommended that you use the same RAM type and speed for all DIMMs in the system.

  • Page 66: Losing The System's Setup Configuration

    Super X11SPM-F/-TF/-TPF User's Manual 5. Make sure that all memory modules are fully seated in their slots. Follow the instructions given in Section 2-4 in Chapter 2. 6. Please follow the instructions given in the DIMM population tables listed in Section 2-4 to install your memory modules.
  • Page 67 Chapter 3: Troubleshooting B. If the system becomes unstable before or during OS installation, check the following: 1. Source of installation: Make sure that the devices used for installation are working properly, including boot devices such as CD/DVD. 2. Cable connection: Check to make sure that all cables are connected and working properly.

  • Page 68: Technical Support Procedures

    Before contacting Technical Support, please take the following steps. Also, please note that as a motherboard manufacturer, Supermicro also sells motherboards through its channels, so it is best to first check with your distributor or reseller for troubleshooting services. They should know of any possible problems with the specific system configuration that was sold to you.

  • Page 69: Frequently Asked Questions

    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 70: Battery Removal And Installation

    Super X11SPM-F/-TF/-TPF User's Manual 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. Locate the onboard battery as shown below. 3. Using a tool such as a pen or a small screwdriver, push the battery lock outwards to unlock it.

  • Page 71: Returning Merchandise For Service

    For faster service, you can also request a RMA authorization online (http://www.supermicro. com/RmaForm/). This warranty only covers normal consumer use and does not cover damages incurred in shipping or from failure due to the alternation, misuse, abuse or improper maintenance of products.

  • Page 72: Chapter 4 Bios

    Super X11SPM-F/-TF/-TPF User's Manual Chapter 4 BIOS 4.1 Introduction This chapter describes the AMIBIOS™ Setup utility for the 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 73: Main Setup

    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 the BIOS build date after RTC reset. Supermicro X11SPM-F BIOS Version This item displays the version of the BIOS ROM used in the system.
  • Page 74 Super X11SPM-F/-TF/-TPF User's Manual CPLD Version This item displays the Complex Programmable Logic Device version. Memory Information Total Memory This item displays the total size of memory available in the system.

  • Page 75: Advanced Setup Configurations

    Chapter 4: BIOS 4.3 Advanced Setup Configurations Use the arrow keys to select the Advanced menu and press <Enter> to access the submenu items: Warning: 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. When this occurs, revert to default manufacturer settings.
  • Page 76 Super X11SPM-F/-TF/-TPF 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. When this item is set to Immediate, the ROM BIOS of the host adaptors will "capture"...

  • Page 77: Cpu Configuration

    Chapter 4: BIOS Power Button Function This feature controls how the system shuts down when the power button is pressed. Select 4 Seconds Override for the user to power off the system after pressing and holding the power button for 4 seconds or longer. Select Instant Off to instantly power off the system as soon as the user presses the power button.
  • Page 78 Super X11SPM-F/-TF/-TPF User's Manual Execute Disable Bit (Available if supported by the OS & the CPU) Select Enable to enable the Execute-Disable Bit, which will allow the processor to designate areas in the system memory where an application code can execute and where it cannot, thus preventing a worm or a virus from flooding illegal codes to overwhelm the processor or damage the system during an attack.

  • Page 79: Advanced Power Management Configuration

    Chapter 4: BIOS AES-NI Select Enable to use the Intel Advanced Encryption Standard (AES) New Instructions (NI) to ensure data security. The options are Disable and Enable. Advanced Power Management Configuration CPU P State Control  This feature allows the user to configure the following CPU power settings: SpeedStep (Pstates) Intel SpeedStep Technology allows the system to automatically adjust processor voltage and core frequency to reduce power consumption and heat dissipation.

  • Page 80: Chipset Configuration

    Super X11SPM-F/-TF/-TPF User's Manual CPU C State Control  Autonomous Core C-State Enabling this setting allows the hardware to autonomously choose to enter a C-state based on power consumption and clock speed. The options are Disable and Enable. CPU C6 Report Select Enable to allow the BIOS to report the CPU C6 State (ACPI C3) to the operating system.
  • Page 81 Chapter 4: BIOS UPI Configuration  The following UPI information will display: • Number of CPU • Number of IIO • Current UPI Link Speed • Current UPI Link Frequency • UPI Global MMIO Low Base / Limit • UPI Global MMIO High Base / Limit •...
  • Page 82 Super X11SPM-F/-TF/-TPF User's Manual Memory Configuration  Enforce POR Select POR (Plan of Record) to enforce POR restrictions on DDR4 frequency and volt- age programming. The options are POR and Disable. Memory Frequency Use this feature to set the maximum memory frequency for onboard memory modules.
  • Page 83 Chapter 4: BIOS Mirror Mode This feature allows memory to be mirrored between two channels, providing 100% redundancy. The options are Disable, Mirror Mode 1LM, and Mirror Mode 2LM. UEFI ARM Mirror Select Enable to support the UEFI-based address range mirroring with setup option. The options are Disable and Enable.

  • Page 84: Iio Configuration

    Super X11SPM-F/-TF/-TPF User's Manual IIO Configuration  EV DFX Features When this feature is set to Enable, the EV_DFX Lock Bits that are located on a proces- sor will always remain clear during electric tuning. The options are Disable and Enable.
  • Page 85 Chapter 4: BIOS IOAT Configuration  Disable TPH Transparent Huge Pages (TPH) is a Linux memory management system that enables communication in larger blocks (pages). Enabling this feature will increase perfor- mance. The options are No and Yes. Prioritize TPH Use this feature to enable Prioritize TPH support.
  • Page 86 Super X11SPM-F/-TF/-TPF User's Manual Posted Interrupt Use this feature to enable VT_D Posted Interrupt. The options are Enable and Disable. Coherency Support (Non-Isoch) Use this feature to maintain setting coherency between processors or other devices. Select Enable for the Non-Isoch VT-d engine to pass through DMA to enhance system performance.

  • Page 87: South Bridge

    Chapter 4: BIOS Hot Plug Capable (Available when the device is detected by the system) Use this feature to enable hot plug support for PCIe root ports 2A~2D. The options are Disable and Enable. VMD Config for PStack2 Intel® VMD for Volume Management Device Select Enable to use the Intel Volume Management Device Technology for this stack.

  • Page 88: Server Me Configuration

    Super X11SPM-F/-TF/-TPF User's Manual Server ME Configuration  The following General ME Configuration will display: • Oper. Firmware Version • Backup Firmware Version • Recovery Firmware Version • ME Firmware Status #1 • ME Firmware Status #2 • Current State •...
  • Page 89 Chapter 4: BIOS SATA RSTe Boot Info Select Enable to provide full int13h support for the devices attached to SATA controller. The options are Disable and Enable. SATA RAID Option ROM/UEFI Driver Select UEFI to load the EFI driver for system boot. Select Legacy to load a legacy driver for system boot.
  • Page 90 Super X11SPM-F/-TF/-TPF User's Manual SATA HDD Unlock This feature allows the user to remove any password-protected SATA disk drives. The options are Disable and Enable. Aggressive Link Power Management When this item is set to Enable, the SATA AHCI controller manages the power usage of the SATA link.
  • Page 91 Chapter 4: BIOS PCIe/PCI/PnP Configuration  The following information will display: • PCI Bus Driver Version • PCI Devices Common Settings: Above 4G Decoding (Available if the system supports 64-bit PCI decoding) Select Enabled to decode a PCI device that supports 64-bit in the space above 4G Address. The options are Disabled and Enabled.

  • Page 92: Network Stack Configuration

    Super X11SPM-F/-TF/-TPF User's Manual VGA Priority Use this feature to select VGA priority when multiple VGA devices are detected. Select On- board to give priority to your onboard video device. Select Offboard to give priority to your graphics card. The options are Onboard and Offboard.

  • Page 93: Super Io Configuration

    Chapter 4: BIOS Ipv4 PXE Support Select Enabled to enable IPv4 PXE boot support. The options are Disabled and Enabled. Ipv4 HTTP Support Select Enabled to enable IPv4 HTTP boot support. The options are Disabled and Enabled. Ipv6 PXE Support Select Enabled to enable IPv6 PXE boot support.

  • Page 94: Serial Port 2 Configuration

    Super X11SPM-F/-TF/-TPF User's Manual Serial Port 2 Configuration This submenu allows the user to configure the settings of Serial Port 2. Serial Port 2 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.
  • Page 95 Chapter 4: BIOS COM1 Bits Per Second Use this feature to set the transmission speed for a serial port used in Console Redirection. Make sure that the same speed is used in the host computer and the client computer. A lower transmission speed may be required for long and busy lines.
  • Page 96 Super X11SPM-F/-TF/-TPF User's Manual COM1 Legacy OS Redirection Resolution Use this feature to select the number of rows and columns used in Console Redirection for legacy OS support. The options are 80x24 and 80x25. COM1 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.
  • Page 97 Chapter 4: BIOS COM2 Parity A parity bit can be sent along with regular data bits to detect data transmission errors. Select Even if the parity bit is set to 0, and the number of 1's in data bits is even. Select Odd if the parity bit is set to 0, and the number of 1's in data bits is odd.
  • Page 98 Super X11SPM-F/-TF/-TPF User's Manual COM2 Redirection After BIOS POST Use this feature to enable or disable legacy Console Redirection after BIOS POST. When set to Bootloader, legacy Console Redirection is disabled before booting the OS. When set to Always Enable, legacy Console Redirection remains enabled when booting the OS.

  • Page 99: Acpi Settings

    The High Performance Event Timer is used to replace the 8254 Programmable Interval Timer. The options are Disabled and Enabled. Trusted Computing  The X11SPM-F/-TF/-TPF supports TPM 1.2 and 2.0. The following Trusted Platform Module (TPM) information will display if a TPM 2.0 module is detected: • Vendor Name •...

  • Page 100: Iscsi Configuration

    Super X11SPM-F/-TF/-TPF User's Manual *If the item above is set to Enable, "SHA-1 PCR Bank" and "SHA256 PCR Bank" will become available for configuration: SHA-1 PCR Bank Use this item to disable or enable the SHA-1 Platform Configuration Register (PCR) bank for the installed TPM device.
  • Page 101 Chapter 4: BIOS  Add an Attempt  Delete Attempts  Change Attempt Order Intel(R) Virtual RAID on CPU  Intel(R) VROC with VMD Technology 5.1.0.1007 RAID volumes and Intel VMD Controllers information will be displayed if they are detected by the system.

  • Page 102: Event Logs

    Super X11SPM-F/-TF/-TPF User's Manual 4.4 Event Logs Use this feature to configure Event Log settings. Change SMBIOS Event Log Settings Enabling/Disabling Options SMBIOS Event Log Change this item to enable or disable all features of the SMBIOS Event Logging during system boot.

  • Page 103: View Smbios Event Log

    Chapter 4: BIOS SMBIOS Event Log Standard Settings Log System Boot Event This option toggles the System Boot Event logging to enabled or disabled. The options are Disabled and Enabled. MECI The Multiple Event Count Increment (MECI) counter counts the number of occurences that a duplicate event must happen before the MECI counter is incremented.

  • Page 104: Ipmi

    Super X11SPM-F/-TF/-TPF User's Manual 4.5 IPMI Use this feature 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.

  • Page 105: Bmc Network Configuration

    Chapter 4: BIOS When SEL is Full This feature allows the user to decide 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 106 Super X11SPM-F/-TF/-TPF User's Manual Station MAC Address This item displays the Station MAC address for this computer. Mac addresses are 6 two-digit hexadecimal numbers. Gateway IP Address This item displays the Gateway IP address for this computer. This should be in decimal and in dotted quad form (i.e., 172.31.0.1).

  • Page 107: Security

    Chapter 4: BIOS 4.6 Security This menu allows the user to configure the following security settings for the system. Administrator Password Press Enter to create a new, or change an existing, Administrator password. User Password Press Enter to create a new, or change an existing, User password. Password Check Select Setup for the system to check for a password at Setup.
  • Page 108 Super X11SPM-F/-TF/-TPF User's Manual Secure Boot Mode Use this item to configure Secure Boot variables without authentication. The options are Standard and Custom. 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 Enabled and Disabled.
  • Page 109 Chapter 4: BIOS  Key Exchange Keys Set New Select Yes to load the KEK from the manufacturer's defaults. Select No to load the KEK from a file. The options are Yes and No. Append Select Yes to add the KEK from the manufacturer's defaults list to the existing KEK. Select No to load the KEK from a file.
  • Page 110 Super X11SPM-F/-TF/-TPF User's Manual  OsRecovery Signature This item uploads and installs an OSRecovery Signature. You may insert a factory default key or load from a file. The file formats accepted are: 1) Public Key Certificate a. EFI Signature List b.

  • Page 111: Boot

    Chapter 4: BIOS 4.7 Boot Use this feature 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. Legacy to EFI Support Select Enabled to boot EFI OS support after Legacy boot order has failed.
  • Page 112 Super X11SPM-F/-TF/-TPF User's Manual • Legacy/UEFI/Dual Boot Option #6 • Legacy/UEFI/Dual Boot Option #7 • Legacy/UEFI/Dual Boot Option #8 • UEFI/Dual Boot Option #9 • Dual Boot Option #10 • Dual Boot Option #11 • Dual Boot Option #12 •...

  • Page 113: Add New Boot Option

    Chapter 4: BIOS *If any storage media is detected, the following items will become available for configuration:  Add New Boot Option This feature allows the user to add a new boot option to the boot priority features for your system.

  • Page 114: Save & Exit

    Super X11SPM-F/-TF/-TPF User's Manual 4.8 Save & Exit Select the Save & Exit tab from the BIOS setup screen to configure the settings below: Save Options Discard Changes and Exit Select this option to quit the BIOS Setup without making any permanent changes to the system configuration and reboot the computer.
  • Page 115 Chapter 4: BIOS Default Options Restore Optimized Defaults To set this feature, select Restore Defaults from the Save & Exit menu and press <Enter>. These are factory settings designed for maximum system stability, but not for maximum performance. Save As User Defaults To set this feature, select Save as User Defaults from the Save &...

  • Page 116: Appendix A Bios Codes

    Super X11SPM-F/-TF/-TPF User's Manual Appendix A BIOS Codes A.1 BIOS Error POST (Beep) Codes During the POST (Power-On Self-Test) routines, which are performed each time the system is powered on, errors may occur. Non-fatal errors are those which, in most cases, allow the system to continue the boot-up process.
  • Page 117 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 118: Appendix B Software Installation

    Appendix B Software Installation B.1 Installing Software Programs 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 119: Superdoctor ® 5

    SATA settings back to your original settings. B.2 SuperDoctor ® The Supermicro SuperDoctor 5 is a hardware monitoring program that functions in a command-line or web-based interface in Windows and Linux operating systems. The program monitors system health information such as CPU temperature, system voltages, system power consumption, fan speed, and provides alerts via email or Simple Network Management Protocol (SNMP).

  • Page 120: 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 121 Appendix C: 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 122: Product Disposal

    Super X11SPM-F/-TF/-TPF 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 123: 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 124 Super X11SPM-F/-TF/-TPF User's Manual The file system supported by the recovery block is FAT (including FAT12, FAT16, and FAT32), which is installed on a bootable or non-bootable USB-attached device. However, the BIOS might need several minutes to locate the SUPER.ROM file if the media size becomes too large due to the huge volumes of folders and files stored in the device.
  • Page 125 Appendix D: UEFI BIOS Recovery 3. After locating the new BIOS binary image, 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 126 Super X11SPM-F/-TF/-TPF User's Manual 5. After the BIOS recovery process is completed, press any key to reboot the system. 6. Using a different system, extract the BIOS package into a USB flash drive. 7. Press <Del> continuously during system boot to enter the BIOS Setup utility. From the top of the tool bar, select Boot to enter the submenu.
  • Page 127 Appendix D: UEFI BIOS Recovery 8. 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 6. 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.

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