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Supermicro X11SDS Series User Manual

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  • Page 1 X11SDS-8C X11SDS-12C X11SDS-14C X11SDS-16C USER MANUAL Revision 1.0...
  • 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 This manual is written for system integrators, IT technicians and knowledgeable end users. It provides information for the installation and use of the X11SDS Series motherboard. About This Motherboard The Supermicro X11SDS Series motherboard supports an Intel® Xeon D-2100 SoC processor.
  • Page 4 Super X11SDS Series 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 .......................11 Quick Reference Table for X11SDS-8C/16C ..............12 Quick Reference Table for AOM-SMF-TP4F ..............13 Motherboard Features .......................14 1.2 Processor Overview ......................18 1.3 Special Features ........................18 Recovery from AC Power Loss ..................18 1.4 System Health Monitoring ....................19 Onboard Voltage Monitors ....................19 Fan Status Monitor with Firmware Control ...............19...
  • Page 6 Super X11SDS Series User's Manual 2.4 Connectors and Headers ....................27 Power Connections ......................27 2.7 Jumper Settings .........................36 How Jumpers Work ......................36 2.8 LED Indicators ........................41 Chapter 3 Troubleshooting 3.1 Troubleshooting Procedures ....................43 Before Power On ......................43 No Power ..........................43 No Video ...........................43 System Boot Failure ......................44...
  • Page 7 Preface Appendix A BIOS Codes A.1 BIOS Error POST (Beep) Codes ..................96 A.2 Additional BIOS POST Codes ....................97 Appendix B Software Installation B.1 Installing Software Programs .....................98 B.2 SuperDoctor 5 ........................99 ® Appendix C Standardized Warning Statements Battery Handling ......................100 Product Disposal ......................102 Appendix D UEFI BIOS Recovery D.1 Overview ...........................103...

  • Page 8: Chapter 1 Introduction

    Introduction Congratulations on purchasing your computer motherboard from an acknowledged leader in the industry. Supermicro boards are designed with the utmost attention to detail to provide you with the highest standards in quality and performance. Please check that the following items have all been included with your motherboard. If anything listed here is damaged or missing, contact your retailer.
  • Page 9 Chapter 1: Introduction Figure 1-1. X11SDS Series Motherboard Image Figure 1-2. AOM-SMF-TP4F Add-on Card Image...
  • Page 10 Super X11SDS Series User's Manual Figure 1-3. X11SDS-8C Motherboard Layout (not drawn to scale) JSLOT4 JSLOT3 JSLOT2 JSLOT1 LED1 JSIM1 USB0(3.0) JMD2 JMD1 10G MAC S/N LABEL BIOS LICENSE BT1 JBT1 M.2-H_2 M.2-H_1 E-KEY B-KEY JMD3 JMD4 SRW6 M.2-H_3 M.2-H_4...

  • Page 11: Quick Reference

    Chapter 1: Introduction Quick Reference USB0 JSLOT4 SRW6 JMD1 JBT1 PWR_LED1 JEDSFF1 JSLOT1 JEDSFF2 JSIM1 SRW1 LED1 JMD2 LED2 JSLOT2 JSLOT3 JSLOT4 JSLOT3 JSLOT2 JSLOT1 LED1 JSIM1 JMA1 USB0(3.0) JMD2 JMD1 10G MAC S/N LABEL BIOS LICENSE DIMMA1 BT1 JBT1 JMD4 M.2-H_1 M.2-H_2...

  • Page 12: Quick Reference Table For X11Sds-8C/16C

    Super X11SDS Series User's Manual Quick Reference Table for X11SDS-8C/16C Jumper Description Default Setting JBM1 IPMI Shared LAN Enable/Disable Pins 1-2 (Enabled) JBT1 CMOS Clear Open: Normal JPG1 Onboard VGA Enable/Disable Pins 1-2 (Enabled) JPT1 Onboard TPM 2.0 Enable/Disable Pins 2-3 (Disabled)

  • Page 13: Quick Reference Table For Aom-Smf-Tp4F

    Chapter 1: Introduction Quick Reference Table for AOM-SMF-TP4F Jumper Description Default Setting JPTG1 10G LAN Enable/Disable Pins 1-2 (Enabled) Description Status LED1 Power LED Solid Green: Power On Connector Description Front Control Panel Cable Header JCOM1 Serial Console Port and USB 3.0 Port JLAN1 1G RJ45 Port and USB 3.0 Port JLAN2...

  • Page 14: Motherboard Features

    • One (1) M.2 B-Key 2242/3042 (USB3.0/SATA3.0/PCI-E3.0 x2) • Two (2) M.2 M-Key 2242/2280/22110 (SATA3.0/PCI-E3.0 x4) • Four (4) Supermicro Advanced I/O Module (AIOM) Slots Network • Intel SoC integrated 10G Controller (Available on AOM-SMF-TP4F) Baseboard Management Controller (BMC) •...
  • Page 15 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: If you purchase a Supermicro Out of Band (OOB) software license key (Supermicro P/N: SFT-OOB--LIC), please do not change the IPMI MAC address. Once...
  • Page 16 Super X11SDS Series User's Manual Figure 1-5. Model Variation Table X11SDS Series Motherboard Model Variation Table Motherboard Model Name X11SDS-8C X11SDS-12C X11SDS-14C X11SDS-16C Processor Number D-2146NT D-2163IT D-2173IT D-2183IT Number of Cores Number of Threads Cache 11 MB 17 MB...
  • Page 17 Chapter 1: Introduction Figure 1-6. Chipset Block Diagram X11SDS DIMMA DDR4 DIMMB(Far) 4x AIOM (x8 EACH) PCIE3.0 x32 2666/2400/2133/1866 MHz DIMMD AOM-SMF-TP4F DDR4 USB2.0 X 4 DIMME(Far) 2666/2400/2133/1866 MHz DEFAULT USB2.0 X 1 USB 2.0 HUB M.2 M-KEY (PCIE x4/SATA3) PCIE3.0 X4 SATA III EDSFF SHORT...

  • Page 18: Processor Overview

    The Intel Xeon D-2100 series SoC processor family, with up to 16 cores and up to 100W of power, offers performance, reliability, and high intelligence. As a low-power system-on-a-chip motherboard, the X11SDS Series is optimized for a variety of workloads that requires high compute power in a compact form factor.

  • Page 19: System Health Monitoring

    Chapter 1: Introduction 1.4 System Health Monitoring The motherboard has an onboard Baseboard Management Controller (BMC) chip that supports system health monitoring. Onboard Voltage Monitors The onboard voltage monitor will continuously scan crucial voltage levels. Once a voltage becomes unstable, it will give a warning or send an error message to the screen. Users can adjust the voltage thresholds to define the sensitivity of the voltage monitor.

  • Page 20: Acpi Features

    It is recommended that you also install a power surge protector to help avoid problems caused by power surges. The X11SDS Series motherboard supports an 8-pin 12V DC input power supply at JPWR1 for custom system design. When used in conjunction with PN: AOM-SMF-TP4F, the input power source will come from the AOM via the bus bar connectors (PWR1/PWR2).

  • Page 21: 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 22: Motherboard Installation

    Super X11SDS Series User's Manual 2.2 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 23: Installing The Motherboard

    Chapter 2: Installation Installing the Motherboard 1. Locate the mounting holes on the motherboard. See the previous page for the location. 2. Locate the matching mounting holes on the chassis. Align the mounting holes on the motherboard against the mounting holes on the chassis. 3.

  • Page 24: Memory Support And Population

    Memory Support The X11SDS Series motherboard supports up to 256GB of ECC RDIMM or 512GB of ECC LRDIMM DDR4 memory in four memory slots. Populating these DIMM slots with memory modules of the same type and size will result in interleaved memory, which will improve memory performance.

  • Page 25: Dimm Module Population Sequence

    Chapter 2: Installation DIMM Module Population Sequence When installing memory modules, the DIMM slots should be populated in the following order: DIMMA1, DIMMB1, DIMMD1, DIMME1. • Always use DDR4 DIMM modules of the same type and speed. • Mixed DIMM speeds can be installed. However, all DIMMs will run at the speed of the slowest DIMM.

  • Page 26: Dimm Installation

    Super X11SDS Series User's Manual DIMM Installation JSLOT4 JSLOT3 JSLOT2 JSLOT1 LED1 1. Insert the desired number of DIMMs into JSIM1 USB0(3.0) JMD1 JMD2 10G MAC S/N LABEL BIOS LICENSE BT1 JBT1 the memory slots, starting with DIMMA1, M.2-H_1 M.2-H_2...

  • Page 27: Connectors And Headers

    Chapter 2: Installation 2.4 Connectors and Headers Power Connections 12V Power Connector JPWR1 is the 12V DC power connector that provides power to the motherboard if used individually. Alternatively, if X11SDS is used in conjunction with PN: AOM-SMF-TP4F, power will be provided from the AOM via the bus bar connectors (PWR1/PWR2). 8-pin 12V Power Pin Definitions Pins...
  • Page 28 Super X11SDS Series User's Manual Fan Headers The X11SDS Series has five 4-pin fan headers (FAN1 - FAN5). These headers are backwards- compatible with the traditional 3-pin fans. However, fan speed control is available for 4-pin fans only by Thermal Management via the IPMI 2.0 interface. Refer to the table below for pin definitions.
  • Page 29 Chapter 2: Installation SATA Ports The X11SDS Series motherboard has two S-SATA 3.0 ports. Refer to the tables below for pin definitions. SATA ports provide serial-link signal connections, which are faster than the connections of Parallel ATA. SATA 3.0 Port...
  • Page 30 Super X11SDS Series User's Manual Universal Serial Bus (USB) Ports The motherboard has one front access USB 3.0 Type A header (USB0). Two additional USB3.0 ports are available on PN: AOM-SMF-TP4F. USB0 (USB 3.0 Type A) Pin Definitions Pin# Definition...
  • Page 31 Chapter 2: Installation TPM/Port 80 Header A Trusted Platform Module (TPM)/Port 80 header is located at JTPM1 to provide TPM support and a Port 80 connection. Use this header to enhance system performance and data security. Refer to the table below for pin definitions. Trusted Platform Module Header Pin Definitions Pin#...
  • Page 32 Super X11SDS Series User's Manual VGA Header Connect an IDC 16-pin VGA extension cable to JVGA1 for a VGA connection (PN: CBL- CDAT-0850). EDSFF Short Header EDSFF Short is a new form factor designed to overcome thermal and capacity shortcomings of previous PCI-E storage technologies.
  • Page 33 PCI-E 3.0 x8 lanes in each slot which can be utilized to offer additional LAN ports, VPU, storage devices, etc on the motherboard. Please visit the Supermicro website for all available module options. Please also keep in mind that it is mandatory that power be unplugged prior to removing or installing an AIOM module card to any of these four expansion slots.
  • Page 34 Super X11SDS Series 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 JUID and the UID LED is at LED1. When you press the UID switch, the LED will be turned on.
  • Page 35 Chapter 2: Installation Power and Reset JPWRST is the power and reset button. Refer to the table below for pin definitions. Power and Reset Pin Definitions Pins Definition Ground Power Signal Ground Reset Signal Bus Bar Connectors Use the connectors at PWR1 and PWR2 to connect the AOM-SMF-TP4F module to provide power to the motherboard.

  • Page 36: Jumper Settings

    Super X11SDS Series User's Manual 2.7 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.
  • Page 37 Chapter 2: Installation CMOS Clear JBT1 is used to clear the CMOS. Instead of pins, this jumper consists of contact pads to prevent accidental clearing of the CMOS. To clear the CMOS, use a metal object such as a small screwdriver to touch both pads at the same time to short the connection. Note: Shut down the system and then short JBT1 to clear the CMOS.
  • Page 38 Super X11SDS Series User's Manual Manufacturing Mode Select Close pins 2-3 of jumper JPME2 to bypass SPI flash security and force the system to operate in the manufacturing mode, which will allow the user to flash the system firmware from a host server for system setting modifications.
  • Page 39 Chapter 2: Installation Watch Dog 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 40 Super X11SDS Series User's Manual TPM Enable Use JPT1 to enable or disable support for the TPM module. Refer to the table below for jumper settings. TPM Enable/Disable Jumper Settings Jumper Setting Definition Pins 1-2 Enabled Pins 2-3 Disabled (Default) 1.

  • Page 41: Led Indicators

    Chapter 2: Installation 2.8 LED Indicators BMC Heartbeat LED BMC_HB_LED1 is the BMC heartbeat LED. When the LED is blinking green, BMC is working. Refer to the table below for the LED status. Onboard Power LED Indicator LED Color Definition Blinking BMC Normal Green...
  • Page 42 Super X11SDS Series User's Manual Overheat/PWR Fail/Fan Fail LED An Overheat/PWR/Fail Fan Fail LED is located at LED2. Refer to the table below for the LED status. Overheat/PWR Fail/Fan Fail LED Indicator LED Color Definition Solid Red Overheat Blinking Red PWR Fail or Fan Fail 1.

  • Page 43: 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 44: System Boot Failure

    Super X11SDS Series User's Manual 3. Remove all memory modules and turn on the system (if the alarm is on, check the specs of memory modules, reset the memory or try a different one). System Boot Failure If the system does not display POST or does not respond after the power is turned on, check the following: 1.

  • Page 45: Losing The System's Setup Configuration

    Chapter 3: Troubleshooting Losing the System's Setup Configuration 1. Make sure that you are using a high-quality power supply. A poor-quality power supply may cause the system to lose the CMOS setup information. Refer to Section 2-7 for details on recommended power supplies. 2.
  • Page 46 Super X11SDS Series User's Manual 3. Using the minimum configuration for troubleshooting: Remove all unnecessary components (starting with add-on cards first), and use the minimum configuration (but with the CPU and a memory module installed) to identify the trouble areas. Refer to the steps listed in Section A above for proper troubleshooting procedures.

  • Page 47: 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 48: 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 49: 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. 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 50: Returning Merchandise For Service

    Super X11SDS Series 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 51: Chapter 4 Uefi Bios

    Chapter 4: BIOS Chapter 4 UEFI 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 52: Main Setup

    Super X11SDS Series User's Manual 4.2 Main Setup When you first enter the AMI BIOS setup utility, you will enter 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 53 Chapter 4: BIOS Memory Information Total Memory This feature displays the total size of memory available in the system. Memory Speed This feature displays the speed of the memory detected by the system.

  • Page 54: Advanced

    Super X11SDS Series User's Manual 4.3 Advanced Use this menu to configure advanced settings. Warning: Take caution when changing the Advanced settings. An incorrect value, a very high DRAM frequency or an incorrect BIOS timing setting may cause the system to malfunction.
  • Page 55 Chapter 4: BIOS 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 adapters will "capture" Interrupt 19 at bootup immediately and allow the drives that are attached to these host adapters to function as bootable disks.
  • Page 56 Super X11SDS Series User's Manual • Processor ID • Processor Frequency • Processor Max Ratio • Processor Min Ratio • Microcode Revision • L1 Cache RAM • L2 Cache RAM • L3 Cache RAM • Processor 0 Version Hyper-Threading (ALL) Select Enabled to support Intel Hyper-threading Technology to enhance CPU performance.
  • Page 57 Chapter 4: BIOS Adjacent Cache Prefetch (Available when supported by the CPU) The CPU prefetches the cache line for 64 bytes if this feature is set to Disabled. The CPU prefetches both cache lines for 128 bytes as comprised if this feature is set to Enable. The options are Enable and Disable.
  • Page 58 Super X11SDS Series User's Manual Power Performance Tuning This feature allows you to set whether the operating system or the BIOS controls the Energy Performance BIAS (EPB). The options are OS Controls EPB and BIOS Controls EPB. *If the feature above is set to BIOS Controls EPB, the following features will be...
  • Page 59 Chapter 4: BIOS  Hardware PM State Control Hardware P-States This setting allows you to select between OS and hardware-controlled P-states. Select- ing Native Mode allows the OS to choose a P-state. Selecting Out of Band Mode allows the hardware to autonomously choose a P-state without OS guidance. Selecting Native Mode with No Legacy Support functions as Native Mode with no support for older hard- ware.
  • Page 60 Super X11SDS Series User's Manual Chipset Configuration  Warning: Setting the wrong values in the sections below may cause the system to malfunction. North Bridge Configuration   Memory Configuration Enforce POR Select POR (Plan of Record) to enforce POR restrictions on DDR4 frequency and volt- age programming.
  • Page 61 Chapter 4: BIOS Mirror Mode This feature allows memory to be mirrored between two channels, providing 100% redundancy. The options are Disable and Enable Mirror Mode (1LM). *If the feature above is set to Enable Mirror Mode, Multi Rank Sparing ADDDC Sparing will not be available for configuration: Memory Rank Sparing Select Enable to enable memory-sparing support for memory ranks to improve memory...
  • Page 62 Super X11SDS Series User's Manual *If the feature above is set to Enable, Patrol Scrub Interval will be available for configuration: Patrol Scrub Interval This feature allows you to decide how many hours the system should wait before the next complete patrol scrub is performed. Use the keyboard to enter a value from 0-24.
  • Page 63 Chapter 4: BIOS ECRC Use this feature to enable or disable Error Capabilities and Control Register (ECRC). The options are Disable and Enable.  IOAT Configuration Disable TPH Transparent Huge Pages (TPH) is a Linux memory management system that enables communication in larger blocks (pages).
  • Page 64 Super X11SDS Series User's Manual PassThrough DMA Use this feature to allow devices such as network cards to access the system memory without using a processor. Select Enable to use the Non-Isoch VT-d Engine Pass Through Direct Memory Access (DMA) support. The options are Enable and Disable.
  • Page 65 Chapter 4: BIOS CfgBar size Use this feature to set up the VMD configuration BAR size. The default is 25. CfgBar attribute Use this feature set up the VMD configuration BAR attribute. The default option is 64-bit prefetchable. MemBar1 size Use this feature to set up the VMD memory BAR1 size.
  • Page 66 Super X11SDS Series User's Manual CfgBar attribute Use this feature set up the VMD configuration BAR attribute. The default option is 64-bit prefetchable. MemBar1 size Use this feature to set up the VMD memory BAR1 size. The default is 25.
  • Page 67 Chapter 4: BIOS MemBar1 size Use this feature to set up the VMD memory BAR1 size. The default is 25. MemBar1 attribute Use this feature set up the VMD configuration BAR attribute. The options are 32-bit prefetchable, 64-bit non-prefetchable, and 64-bit prefetchable. MemBar2 size Use this feature to set up the VMD memory BAR2 size.
  • Page 68 Super X11SDS Series User's Manual Server ME Configuration  • Oper. Firmware Version • Backup Firmware Version • Recovery Firmware Version • ME Firmware Status #1 • ME Firmware Status #2 • Current State • Error Code SATA Configuration ...
  • Page 69 Chapter 4: BIOS Aggressive Link Power Management When this feature is set to Enable, the SATA AHCI controller manages the power usage of the SATA link. The controller will put the link in a low power mode during extended periods of I/O inactivity, and will return the link to an active state when I/O activity resumes.
  • Page 70 Super X11SDS Series User's Manual SATA HDD Unlock This feature allows you to remove any password-protected SATA disk drives. The options are Disable and Enable. *If the feature "Configure sSATA as" above is set to RAID, sSATA RSTe Boot Into and...
  • Page 71 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 72 Super X11SDS Series User's Manual JSLOT1 ~ JSLOT4 OPROM Use this feature to select which firmware type to be loaded for the add-on card in this slot. The options are Disabled, Legacy PXE, EFI, and Legacy iSCSI. Onboard Video Option ROM Use this feature to select the onboard Video Option ROM type.
  • Page 73 Chapter 4: BIOS 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. The options are Disabled and Enabled. Ipv6 HTTP Support Select Enabled to enable IPv6 HTTP boot support.
  • Page 74 Super X11SDS Series User's Manual  Serial Port 2 Configuration Serial Port 2 Select Enabled to enable the onboard serial port specified by the user. The options are Disabled and Enabled. Enable this feature for the next two features to display and only the Change Settings feature is available for configuration.
  • Page 75 Chapter 4: BIOS 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. The options are 9600, 19200, 38400, 57600, and 115200.
  • Page 76 Super X11SDS Series User's Manual COM2/SOL Console Redirection Select Enabled to use the SOL port for Console Redirection. The options are Disabled and Enabled. *If the feature above is set to Enabled, the following features are available for configuration: Console Redirection Settings ...
  • Page 77 Chapter 4: BIOS Flow Control Use this feature to set the flow control for Console Redirection to prevent data loss caused by buffer overflow. Send a "Stop" signal to stop sending data when the receiving buffer is full. Send a "Start" signal to start sending data when the receiving buffer is empty. The options are None and Hardware RTS/CTS.
  • Page 78 Super X11SDS Series User's Manual Serial Port for Out-of-Band Management/Windows Emergency Management Services (EMS) This submenu allows you to configure Console Redirection settings to support Out-of-Band Serial Port management. Console Redirection Select Enabled to use a COM port selected by the user for EMS Console Redirection. The options are Disabled and Enabled.
  • Page 79 The High Performance Event Timer is used to replace the 8254 Programmable Interval Timer. The options are Disabled and Enabled. Trusted Computing  The X11SDS Series supports TPM 1.2 and 2.0. The following Trusted Platform Module (TPM) information will display if a TPM 2.0 module is detected: TPM20 Device Found Vendor:...
  • Page 80 Super X11SDS Series User's Manual Pending operation Use this feature to schedule a TPM-related operation to be performed by a security device for system data integrity. The options are None and TPM Clear. Note: Your system will reboot to carry out a pending TPM operation.
  • Page 81 Chapter 4: BIOS  Discard Changes and Exit Use this feature to discard all changes and exit TLS settings. Delete Cert Use this feature to delete certification. Intel(R) Virtual RAID on CPU  Intel(R) VROC with VMD Technology 5.4.0.1039 RAID volume and Intel VMD Controller information will be displayed if they are detected by the system.

  • Page 82: Ipmi

    Super X11SDS Series User's Manual 4.4 IPMI Use this menu to configure Intelligent Platform Management Interface (IPMI) settings. IPMI Firmware Revision This feature displays the IPMI firmware revision in your system. Status of BMC This feature displays the status of the IPMI firmware installed in your system.
  • Page 83 Chapter 4: BIOS When SEL is Full This feature allows you 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 84 Super X11SDS Series User's Manual VLAN This feature is configurable if the Update IPMI LAN Configuration feature is set to Yes. Use this feature to enable or disable the IPMI VLAN function. The options are Disable and Enable. *If the feature above is set to Enable, the VLAN ID feature below is available for...
  • Page 85 Chapter 4: BIOS Configuration Address Source Use this feature to select the source of the IP address for this computer. If Static is selected, you will need to know the IP address of this computer and enter it to the system manually in the field.

  • Page 86: Security

    Super X11SDS Series User's Manual 4.5 Security Use this menu to configure the security settings. 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 three to 20 characters long.
  • Page 87 Chapter 4: BIOS Secure Boot Mode This feature allows you to select the desired secure boot mode for the system. The options are Standard and Custom. *If Secure Boot Mode is set to Custom, Key Management features are available for configuration: CSM Support This feature is for manufacturing debugging purposes.
  • Page 88 Super X11SDS Series User's Manual  Restore DB defaults Select Yes to restore the DB defaults.  Platform Key (PK) Update Select Yes to load a factory default PK or No to load from a file on an external media.
  • Page 89 Chapter 4: BIOS  OsRecovery Signatures Update Select Yes to load a factory default dbr or No to load from a file on an external media. Append Select Yes to add the dbr from the manufacturer's defaults list to the existing dbr. Select No to load the dbr from a file.

  • Page 90: Event Logs

    Super X11SDS Series User's Manual 4.6 Event Logs Use this menu to configure event log settings. Change SMBIOS Event Log Settings Enabling/Disabling Options Smbios Event Log Change this feature to enable or disable all features of the SMBIOS Event Logging during system boot.
  • Page 91 Chapter 4: 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 92: Boot

    Super X11SDS Series User's Manual 4.7 Boot Use this menu to configure boot settings: Boot mode select Use this feature to select the boot mode. The options are LEGACY, UEFI, and DUAL. LEGACY to EFI Support Select Enabled to boot EFI OS support after Legacy boot order has failed. The options are Disabled and Enabled.
  • Page 93 Chapter 4: BIOS • Boot Option #8 • Boot Option #9 • Boot Option #10 • Boot Option #11 • Boot Option #12 • Boot Option #13 • Boot Option #14 • Boot Option #15 • Boot Option #16 • Boot Option #17 ...

  • Page 94: Save & Exit

    Super X11SDS Series User's Manual 4.8 Save & Exit Use this menu to configure save and exit settings. Save Options Discard Changes and Exit Select this feature to quit the BIOS Setup without making any permanent changes to the system configuration and reboot the computer. Select Discard Changes and Exit from the Exit menu and press <Enter>.
  • Page 95 Chapter 4: BIOS Default Options Restore Optimized Defaults To set this feature, select Restore Optimized Defaults and press <Enter>. These are factory settings designed 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>. This enables the user to save any changes to the BIOS setup for future use.

  • Page 96: Appendix A Bios Codes

    Super X11SDS Series 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 upon each system boot, errors may occur. Non-fatal errors are those which, in most cases, allow the system to continue to boot. These error messages normally appear on the screen.

  • Page 97: Additional Bios Post Codes

    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 AOM-SPI80-V). For information on AMI updates, please refer to http://www.ami.com/products/.

  • Page 98: Appendix B Software 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 create a DVD of the drivers and utilities it contains.

  • Page 99: 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 100: 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 101 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 102: Product Disposal

    Super X11SDS Series 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 103: 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 104: Recovering The Main Bios Block With A Usb Device

    Super X11SDS Series User's Manual D.3 Recovering the Main BIOS Block with a USB Device This feature allows the user to recover the main BIOS image using a USB-attached device without additional utilities used. A USB flash device such as a USB Flash Drive, or a USB CD/DVD ROM device can be used for this purpose.
  • Page 105 Appendix D: UEFI BIOS Recovery 3. After locating the healthy 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 106 Super X11SDS Series User's Manual 5. After the BIOS recovery process is complete, 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 107 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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