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USER'S MANUAL
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  • Page 1 X11SCD-F USER’S 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

    LGA1151 socket. This motherboard features PCI Express 3.0, DDR4, USB 2.0, SATA 3.0, M.2 slot, with the Intel C246 chipset. The X11SCD-F is a 3U MicroCloud form factor motherboard that provides maximum performance and higher power support. Please note that this motherboard is intended to be installed and serviced by professional technicians only.

  • Page 4: Contacting Supermicro

    Super X11SCD-F 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

    Table of Contents Table of Contents Chapter 1 Introduction 1.1 Checklist ..........................8 Quick Reference .......................11 Quick Reference Table ......................12 Motherboard Features .......................13 1.2 Processor and Chipset Overview ..................16 1.3 Special Features ........................16 Recovery from AC Power Loss ..................16 1.4 System Health Monitoring ....................17 Onboard Voltage Monitors ....................17 Fan Status Monitor with Firmware Control ...............17 Environmental Temperature Control .................17...
  • Page 6 Super X11SCD-F User's Manual DIMM Module Population Sequence ................28 DIMM Installation ......................29 DIMM Removal .........................29 2.5 Rear I/O Ports ........................30 2.6 Connectors .........................35 2.7 Jumper Settings .........................42 How Jumpers Work ......................42 2.8 LED Indicators ........................47 Chapter 3 Troubleshooting 3.1 Troubleshooting Procedures ....................50 Before Power On ......................50...
  • Page 7 Appendix A BIOS Codes A.1 BIOS Error POST (Beep) Codes ..................100 Appendix B Software Installation B.1 Installing Software Programs ...................102 B.2 SuperDoctor 5 .........................103 ® Appendix C Standardized Warning Statements Appendix D UEFI BIOS Recovery D.1 Overview ...........................107 D.2 Recovering the UEFI BIOS Image ...................107 D.3 Recovering the Main BIOS Block with a USB Device .............108...

  • 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 addition to the motherboard, several important parts that are included with your shipment are listed below.
  • Page 9 Chapter 1: Introduction Figure 1-1. X11SCD-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 X11SCD-F User's Manual Figure 1-2. X11SCD-F Motherboard Layout (not drawn to scale) LED3 JUIDB1 JKVM1 USB0/1 JMD2 JMD1 JMD2:M.2-H JMD1:M.2-H PCI-E 3.0 X4 / I-SATA1 PCI-E 3.0 X4 / I-SATA4 JTPM1 JTPM1:TPM/PORT80 BMC_HB_LED1 SRW3 SRW1 JPO1:CPU THROTTLE WHEN PWR_FAIL...

  • Page 11: Quick Reference

    SRW2 SRW4 SRW2 JCPLD1 C246 SRW5 SRW5 JBT1 JBT1 JBT1:CMOS CLEAR BIOS LICENSE DIMMA1 DIMMA2 DIMMB1 DIMMB2 X11SCD-F REV:1.01 DESIGNED IN USA JVR1 S-SGPIO1 SAS1 SAS0 SAS1 SAS0 JVR1 JPWR1 S-SGPIO1 JPWR1 Notes: • See Chapter 2 for detailed information on jumpers, I/O ports, and JF1 front panel con- nections.

  • Page 12: Quick Reference Table

    Super X11SCD-F User's Manual Quick Reference Table Jumper Description Default Setting Open (Normal) JBT1 CMOS Clear Closed: Clear CMOS JPG1 Onboard VGA Enable/Disable Pins 1-2 (Enabled) JPME2 Manufacturing Mode Pins 1-2 (Normal) JWD1 Watch Dog Timer Pins 1-2 (Reset) Connector...

  • Page 13: Motherboard Features

    Chapter 1: Introduction Motherboard Features Motherboard Features • Supports an Intel Xeon E-2100 i3/i5/i7, Celeron, and Pentium processor with up to 95W in a LGA1151 socket. Memory • Supports up to 128GB DDR4 of ECC UDIMM with speeds of 2400/2666MHz in four (4) slots. DIMM Size •...
  • Page 14 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 Supermicro Out of Band (OOB) software license key (Supermicro P/N: SFT-OOB--LIC), please DO NOT change IPMI MAC address. Once...
  • Page 15 Chapter 1: Introduction Figure 1-3. C246 System Block Diagram PCIe3.0_x8 SVID PCIe x8 MLP SLOT IMVP8 IMVP8 8.0GT/s INTEL LGA1151 DDR4 (CHA) DIMMA0 DIMMA1 PCIe3.0_x8 (Socket-H4) 2666MHz PCIe x8 SLOT(open end) 8.0GT/s DDR4 (CHB) DIMMB0 DIMMB1 2666MHz x4 DMI 8GT/s 2 SAS PORTS (from SAS AOC) 2 HDD PORTS...

  • Page 16: Processor And Chipset Overview

    Super X11SCD-F User's Manual 1.2 Processor and Chipset Overview Built upon the functionality and capability of the Intel Xeon E-2100 and the C246 chipset, this motherboard provides superb system performance, efficient power management, and a rich feature set based on cutting edge technology to address the needs of next-generation computer users.

  • Page 17: System Health Monitoring

    Chapter 1: Introduction 1.4 System Health Monitoring This section describes the health monitoring features of the X11SCD-F motherboard. The motherboard has an onboard System Hardware Monitoring chip that supports system health monitoring. Onboard Voltage Monitors The onboard voltage monitor will continuously scan crucial voltage levels. Real time readings of these voltage levels are all displayed in the BIOS.

  • Page 18: Acpi Features

    Super X11SCD-F User's Manual 1.5 ACPI Features ACPI stands for Advanced Configuration and Power Interface. The ACPI specification defines a flexible and abstract hardware interface that provides a standard way to integrate power management features throughout a computer system including its hardware, operating system and application software.

  • Page 19: Chapter 2 Installation

    Chapter 2: Installation 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. Precautions •...

  • Page 20: Motherboard Installation

    Super X11SCD-F 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 21: Installing The Motherboard Into The Mounting Tray

    Chapter 2: Installation Installing the Motherboard into the Mounting Tray 1. Locate the mounting holes on the motherboard and the mounting tray. See the previous page for the location. 2. Install the standoffs on the mounting tray. Align the mounting holes on the motherboard against the mounting holes on the tray.

  • Page 22: Installing The Motherboard Into The Microblade Chassis

    Super X11SCD-F User's Manual Installing the Motherboard into the Microblade Chassis 1. When the motherboard is securely installed on the mounting tray, push the tray into the Microblade chassis as shown below. 2. Once the mounting tray is pushed into the chassis, the connectors on the motherboard's edge will make contact with the chassis backplane, which provides the connections to the chassis power, network, and other I/O devices.

  • Page 23: Processor And Heatsink Installation

    CPU socket cap is in place and none of the socket pins are bent; otherwise, contact your retailer immediately. • Refer to the Supermicro website for updates on CPU support. Installing the LGA1151 Processor 1. Press the load lever down to release the load plate from its locking position.
  • Page 24 Super X11SCD-F User's Manual 2. Gently lift the load lever to open the load plate. Remove the plastic protective cover. Do not touch the CPU socket contacts. 3. Locate the triangle on the CPU and CPU socket, which indicates the location of Pin 1.
  • Page 25 Chapter 2: Installation 5. Close the load plate, then gently push down the load lever into its locking position. CPU properly installed Load lever locked into place Note: You can only install the CPU in one direction. Make sure it is properly inserted into the socket before closing the load plate.

  • Page 26: Installing A Passive Cpu Heatsink

    Super X11SCD-F User's Manual Installing a Passive CPU Heatsink 1. Do not apply thermal grease to the heatsink or the CPU; the required amount has already been applied. 2. Align the four holes of the heatsink with the four mounting holes on the motherboard.

  • Page 27: Removing The Heatsink

    Chapter 2: Installation Removing the Heatsink Note: We do not recommend that the CPU or heatsink be removed. However, if you do need to remove the heatsink, please follow the instructions below to remove the heatsink and prevent damage done to the CPU or other components. 1.

  • Page 28: Memory Support And Installation

    Super X11SCD-F User's Manual 2.4 Memory Support and Installation Memory Support The motherboard supports up to 128GB of DDR4 with speeds of up to 2666MHz in four slots. Populating the DIMM slots with a pair of memory modules of the same type, speed, and size will result in interleaved memory, which improves performance.

  • Page 29: Dimm Installation

    DIMM slot to unlock it. 3. Align the key of the DIMM module with the receptive point on the memory slot. 4. Align the notches on both ends of the X11SCD-F REV:1.01 DESIGNED IN USA module against the receptive points on the...

  • Page 30: Rear I/O Ports

    Super X11SCD-F User's Manual 2.5 Rear I/O Ports See the figure below for the locations and descriptions of the various I/O ports on the rear of the motherboard. LED3 JUIDB1 JKVM1 USB0/1 JMD2 JMD1 JMD2:M.2-H JMD1:M.2-H PCI-E 3.0 X4 / I-SATA4 PCI-E 3.0 X4 / I-SATA1...
  • Page 31 SRW1 JPO1:CPU THROTTLE WHEN PWR_FAIL 1-2:ENABLE 2-3:DISABLE JPME2: 1-2:NORMAL 2-3:ME MANUFACTURING MODE JPG1: JWD1:WATCH DOG 1-2:ENABLE 1-2:RST 2-3:DISABLE 2-3:NMI SRW4 SRW2 C246 SRW5 JBT1 JBT1:CMOS CLEAR BIOS LICENSE 1. JKVM1 X11SCD-F REV:1.01 DESIGNED IN USA JVR1 S-SGPIO1 SAS1 SAS0 JPWR1...
  • Page 32 Super X11SCD-F User's Manual COM Port The motherboard has one COM port header to provide a serial connection. COM Port Pin Definitions Pin# Definition Pin# Definition SP_DCDA SP_DSRA SP_RXDA SP_RTSA SP_TXDA SP_STSA SP_DTRA SP_RIA VGA Port A VGA port is located on the I/O back panel. Use this port to connect to a compatible VGA display.
  • Page 33 SRW1 JPO1:CPU THROTTLE WHEN PWR_FAIL 1-2:ENABLE 2-3:DISABLE JPME2: 1-2:NORMAL 2-3:ME MANUFACTURING MODE JPG1: JWD1:WATCH DOG 1-2:ENABLE 1-2:RST 2-3:DISABLE 2-3:NMI SRW4 SRW2 C246 SRW5 1. USB0/1 JBT1 JBT1:CMOS CLEAR BIOS LICENSE X11SCD-F REV:1.01 DESIGNED IN USA JVR1 S-SGPIO1 SAS1 SAS0 JPWR1...
  • Page 34 Super X11SCD-F 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 button is located at UID, on the back panel. The UID LED is located at LED2, next to the UID switch.

  • Page 35: Connectors

    1. Power Connector JPO1:CPU THROTTLE WHEN PWR_FAIL 1-2:ENABLE 2-3:DISABLE JPME2: 1-2:NORMAL 2-3:ME MANUFACTURING MODE JPG1: JWD1:WATCH DOG 1-2:ENABLE 1-2:RST 2-3:DISABLE 2-3:NMI SRW4 SRW2 C246 SRW5 JBT1 JBT1:CMOS CLEAR BIOS LICENSE X11SCD-F REV:1.01 DESIGNED IN USA JVR1 S-SGPIO1 SAS1 SAS0 JPWR1...
  • Page 36 Super X11SCD-F User's Manual TPM Header The JTPM1 header is used to connect a Trusted Platform Module (TPM)/Port 80, which is available from a third-party vendor. 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 37 SAS Ports The X11SCD-F motherboard has two Serial Attached SCSI 3.0 ports (SAS0 and SAS1). I-SATA 3.0 Ports The X11SCD-F has two I-SATA 3.0 ports (I-SATA0 and I-SATA2) through the backplane that are supported by the Intel C246 chipset. M.2 Slots There are two M.2 slots on the motherboard.
  • Page 38 Super X11SCD-F User's Manual Power Switch Press the power switch at SW2 to turn on the motherboard. LED3 JUIDB1 JKVM1 USB0/1 JMD2 JMD1 JMD2:M.2-H JMD1:M.2-H PCI-E 3.0 X4 / I-SATA4 PCI-E 3.0 X4 / I-SATA1 JTPM1 JTPM1:TPM/PORT80 BMC_HB_LED1 SRW3 SRW1...
  • Page 39 SRW1 JPO1:CPU THROTTLE WHEN PWR_FAIL 1-2:ENABLE 2-3:DISABLE JPME2: 1-2:NORMAL 2-3:ME MANUFACTURING MODE JPG1: JWD1:WATCH DOG 1-2:ENABLE 1-2:RST 2-3:DISABLE 2-3:NMI SRW4 SRW2 1. COM1 C246 SRW5 JBT1 JBT1:CMOS CLEAR BIOS LICENSE X11SCD-F REV:1.01 DESIGNED IN USA JVR1 S-SGPIO1 SAS1 SAS0 JPWR1...
  • Page 40 Super X11SCD-F User's Manual SGPIO Header The S-SGPIO1 (Serial General Purpose Input/Output) header is used to communicate with SAS AOC. SGPIO Header Pin Definitions Pin# Definition Pin# Definition DATA In SAS_SEL DATA Out Load Ground Clock LED3 JUIDB1 JKVM1 USB0/1...
  • Page 41 JPO1:CPU THROTTLE WHEN PWR_FAIL 1-2:ENABLE 2-3:DISABLE JPME2: 1-2:NORMAL 2-3:ME MANUFACTURING MODE JPG1: JWD1:WATCH DOG 1-2:ENABLE 1-2:RST 2-3:DISABLE 2-3:NMI SRW4 SRW2 C246 SRW5 JBT1 JBT1:CMOS CLEAR 1. I C Bus for VRM BIOS LICENSE X11SCD-F REV:1.01 DESIGNED IN USA JVR1 S-SGPIO1 SAS1 SAS0 JPWR1...

  • Page 42: Jumper Settings

    Super X11SCD-F 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. 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 43 BMC_HB_LED1 SRW3 SRW1 JPO1:CPU THROTTLE WHEN PWR_FAIL 1-2:ENABLE 2-3:DISABLE JPME2: 1-2:NORMAL 2-3:ME MANUFACTURING MODE JPG1: JWD1:WATCH DOG 1-2:ENABLE 1-2:RST 2-3:DISABLE 2-3:NMI SRW4 SRW2 C246 SRW5 JBT1 JBT1:CMOS CLEAR BIOS LICENSE X11SCD-F REV:1.01 DESIGNED IN USA JVR1 S-SGPIO1 SAS1 SAS0 JPWR1...
  • Page 44 Super X11SCD-F User's Manual ME Manufacturing Mode Close JPME2 to bypass SPI flash security and force the system to use the Manufacturing Mode, which will allow the user to flash the system firmware from a host server to modify system settings. Refer to the table below for jumper settings.
  • Page 45 JPO1:CPU THROTTLE WHEN PWR_FAIL 1-2:ENABLE 2-3:DISABLE JPME2: 1-2:NORMAL 2-3:ME MANUFACTURING MODE JPG1: JWD1:WATCH DOG 1-2:ENABLE 1-2:RST 2-3:DISABLE 2-3:NMI SRW4 SRW2 C246 SRW5 JBT1 1. VGA Enable/Disable JBT1:CMOS CLEAR BIOS LICENSE X11SCD-F REV:1.01 DESIGNED IN USA JVR1 S-SGPIO1 SAS1 SAS0 JPWR1...
  • Page 46 Super X11SCD-F User's Manual 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 47: Led Indicators

    JPO1:CPU THROTTLE WHEN PWR_FAIL 1-2:ENABLE 2-3:DISABLE JPME2: 1-2:NORMAL 2-3:ME MANUFACTURING MODE JPG1: JWD1:WATCH DOG 1-2:ENABLE 1-2:RST 2-3:DISABLE 2-3:NMI SRW4 SRW2 1. Power LED C246 SRW5 JBT1 JBT1:CMOS CLEAR BIOS LICENSE X11SCD-F REV:1.01 DESIGNED IN USA JVR1 S-SGPIO1 SAS1 SAS0 JPWR1...
  • Page 48 Super X11SCD-F User's Manual UID LED Indicator The UID LED indicator is located at LED2, next to the UID switch. When you press the UID switch, the UID LED indicator will turn on. Press the UID switch again to turn off the LED indicator.
  • Page 49 JPO1:CPU THROTTLE WHEN PWR_FAIL 1-2:ENABLE 2-3:DISABLE JPME2: 1-2:NORMAL 2-3:ME MANUFACTURING MODE JPG1: JWD1:WATCH DOG 1-2:ENABLE 1-2:RST 2-3:DISABLE 2-3:NMI SRW4 SRW2 2. BMC Heartbeat LED C246 SRW5 JBT1 JBT1:CMOS CLEAR BIOS LICENSE X11SCD-F REV:1.01 DESIGNED IN USA JVR1 S-SGPIO1 SAS1 SAS0 JPWR1...

  • Page 50: Chapter 3 Troubleshooting

    Super X11SCD-F 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 51: No Video

    Chapter 3: Troubleshooting 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 52: Losing The System's Setup Configuration

    Super X11SCD-F User's Manual 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 1.6 for details on recommended power supplies.
  • Page 53 Chapter 3: Troubleshooting 3. Using the minimum configuration for troubleshooting: Remove all unnecessary components (starting with add-on cards first), and use the minimum configuration (but 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.

  • Page 54: Technical Support Procedures

    Super X11SCD-F User's Manual 3.2 Technical Support Procedures Before contacting Technical Support, please take the following steps. Also, note that as a motherboard manufacturer, we do not sell directly to end users, so it is best to first check with your distributor or reseller for troubleshooting services.

  • Page 55: Frequently Asked Questions

    3.3 Frequently Asked Questions Question: What type of memory does my motherboard support? Answer: The X11SCD-F motherboard supports up to 128GB of DDR4 ECC/Non-ECC UDIMM with speeds of up to 2666MHz in four slots. See Section 2.4 for details on installing memory.

  • Page 56: Battery Removal And Installation

    Super X11SCD-F 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. Using a tool such as a pen or a small screwdriver, push the battery lock outwards to unlock it.

  • Page 57: Returning Merchandise For Service

    Shipping and handling charges will be applied for all orders that must be mailed when service is complete. For faster service, RMA authorizations may be requested online at 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 alteration, misuse, abuse or improper maintenance of products.

  • Page 58: Chapter 4 Uefi Bios

    UEFI BIOS 4.1 Introduction This chapter describes the AMIBIOS™ Setup utility for the X11SCD-F 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 59: 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 X11SCD-F BIOS Version This feature displays the version of the BIOS ROM used in the system.
  • Page 60 Super X11SCD-F User's Manual Memory Information Total Memory This feature displays the total size of memory available in the system.

  • Page 61: Advanced

    Chapter 4: BIOS 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. When this occurs, restore to default manufacturer settings.
  • Page 62 Super X11SCD-F User's Manual Option ROM Messages Use this feature to set the display mode for the Option ROM. Select Keep Current to display the current AddOn ROM setting. Select Force BIOS to use the Option ROM display set by the system BIOS.

  • Page 63: Cpu Configuration

    Chapter 4: BIOS CPU Configuration  The following CPU information will display: • Processor type • CPU Signature • Microcode Revision • CPU Speed • L1 Data Cache • L1 Instruction Cache • L2 Cache • L3 Cache • L4 Cache •...
  • Page 64 Super X11SCD-F User's Manual Adjacent Cache Line Prefetch 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 Enabled. The options are Disabled and Enabled.
  • Page 65 Chapter 4: BIOS C-States Use this feature to enable the C-State of the CPU. The options are Disabled and Enabled. Enhanced C-States Use this feature to enable the enhanced C-State of the CPU. The options are Disabled and Enabled. C-State Auto Demotion Use this feature to prevent unnecessary excursions into the C-states to improve latency.

  • Page 66: Chipset Configuration

    Super X11SCD-F User's Manual ACPI T-States Use this feature to select Enabled to support CPU throttling by the operating system to reduce power consumption. The options are Disabled and Enabled. Chipset Configuration  Warning: Setting the wrong values in the sections below may cause the system to malfunction.
  • Page 67 Chapter 4: BIOS Memory Scrambler Use this feature to enable or disable memory scrambler support. The options are Dis- abled and Enabled. Fast Boot Use this feature to enable or disable fast path through the memory reference code. The options are Disabled and Enabled. REFRESH_2X_MODE Use this feature to select the refresh mode.
  • Page 68 Super X11SCD-F User's Manual Power Limit Value Use this feature to set the upper limit on the power supplied by the PCIE slot. Press "+" or "-" on your keyboard to change this value. The default setting is 75. Power Limit Scale Use this feature to select the scale used for the slot power limit value.
  • Page 69 Chapter 4: BIOS Power Limit Value Use this feature to set the upper limit on the power supplied by the PCIE slot. Press "+" or "-" on your keyboard to change this value. The default setting is 75. Power Limit Scale Use this feature to select the scale used for the slot power limit value.

  • Page 70: Pci Express Configuration

    Super X11SCD-F User's Manual PCH-IO Configuration PCI Express Configuration DMI Link ASPM Control Use this feature to set the ASPM (Active State Power Management) state on the SA (System Agent) side of the DMI Link. The options are Disabled, L0s, L1, L0sL1, and Auto.

  • Page 71: Super Io Configuration

    Chapter 4: BIOS JMD2:M.2-H PCIe Speed Use this feature to select the PCI Express port speed. The options are Auto, Gen1, Gen2, and Gen3. Port 61h Bit-4 Emulation Select Enabled to enable the emulation of Port 61h bit-4 toggling in SMM (System Man- agement Mode).

  • Page 72: Serial Port Console Redirection

    Super X11SCD-F User's Manual Change Settings This feature specifies the base I/O port address and the Interrupt Request address of a serial port specified by the user. Select Auto to allow the BIOS to automatically assign the base I/O and IRQ address. The options are Auto, (IO=3F8h; IRQ=3;), (IO=2F8h; IRQ=3;), (IO=3E8h;...
  • Page 73 Chapter 4: BIOS 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 74 Super X11SCD-F User's Manual 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. 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.
  • Page 75 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, Hardware RTS/CTS, and Software Xon/Xoff.
  • Page 76 Super X11SCD-F User's Manual Serial ATA Port 0 Hot Plug Set this feature to Enable for hot plug support, which will allow the user to replace a SATA drive without shutting down the system. The options are Disabled and Enabled.
  • Page 77 Chapter 4: BIOS Serial ATA Port 2 Hot Plug Set this feature to Enable for hot plug support, which will allow the user to replace a SATA drive without shutting down the system. The options are Disabled and Enabled. Serial ATA Port 2 Spin Up Device Set this feature to enable or disable the PCH to initialize the device.

  • Page 78: Acpi Settings

    Super X11SCD-F User's Manual PCH-FW Configuration • Operational Firmware Version • Backup Firmware Version • Recovery Firmware Version • ME Firmware Features • ME Firmware Status #1 • ME Firmware Status #2 • Current State • Error Code ACPI Settings ...

  • Page 79: Usb Configuration

    Chapter 4: BIOS USB Configuration USB Configuration USB Module Version: 21 USB Controllers: 1 XHCI USB Devices: 2 Keyboards, 1 Mouse, 1 Hub Legacy USB Support Select Enabled to support onboard legacy USB devices. Select Auto to disable legacy support if there are no legacy USB devices present.
  • Page 80 Super X11SCD-F User's Manual VGA Priority Use this feature to select VGA priority when multiple VGA devices are detected. Select Onboard to give priority to your onboard video device. Select Offboard to give priority to your graphics card. The options are Onboard and Offboard.

  • Page 81: Trusted Computing

    Chapter 4: BIOS IPSEC Certificate The feature appears if Network Stack is enabled. Internet Protocol Security (IPSEC) offers a secure connection for remote computers using a secure tunnel. The options are Disabled and Enabled. PXE boot wait time Use this feature to specify the wait time to press the ESC key to abort the PXE boot. Press "+"...
  • Page 82 TPM 2.0 will restrict support for TPM 2.0 devices. Select Auto to enable support for both versions. The options are TPM 1.2, TPM 2.0, and Auto. SMCI BIOS-Based TPM Provision Support Use this feature to enable the Supermicro TPM Provision support. The options are Disabled and Enabled.

  • Page 83: Iscsi Configuration

    Chapter 4: BIOS HTTP BOOT Configuration  HTTP BOOT Configuration HTTP Boot One Time Use this feature to create the HTTP boot option. The options are Disabled and Enabled. Input the description Highlight the feature and press enter to create a description. Boot URI Highlight the feature and press enter to create a boot URI.
  • Page 84 Super X11SCD-F User's Manual Discard Changes and Exit Use this feature to discard all changes and exit TLS settings.  Delete Certification Use this feature to delete certification.

  • Page 85: Event Logs

    Chapter 4: BIOS 4.4 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. The options are Disabled and Enabled. Erasing Settings Erase Event Log Select Enabled to erase all error events in the SMBIOS (System Management BIOS) log...

  • Page 86: View Smbios Event Log

    Super X11SCD-F User's Manual 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.

  • Page 87: Ipmi

    Chapter 4: BIOS 4.5 IPMI Use this menu to configure Intelligent Platform Management Interface (IPMI) settings. BMC Firmware Revision This feature indicates the IPMI firmware revision in your system. IPMI STATUS This feature indicates the status of the IPMI firmware installed in your system. System Event Log Enabling/Disabling Options SEL Components...

  • Page 88: Bmc Network Configuration

    Super X11SCD-F User's Manual 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 89 Chapter 4: BIOS Subnet Mask This feature displays the sub-network that this computer belongs to. The value of each three-digit number separated by dots should not exceed 255. Station MAC Address This feature displays the Station MAC address for this computer. Mac addresses are 6 two-digit hexadecimal numbers.
  • Page 90 Super X11SCD-F User's Manual Prefix Length Use this feature to change the prefix length. IPV6 Router1 IP Address Use this feature to change the IPV6 Router1 IP address.

  • Page 91: Security

    Chapter 4: BIOS 4.6 Security Use this menu to configure the security settings for the system. Password Check Select Setup for the system to check for a password at Setup. Select Always for the system to check for a password at bootup or upon entering the BIOS Setup utility. The options are Setup and Always.
  • Page 92 Super X11SCD-F User's Manual Secure Boot Mode This feature allows the user to select the desired secure boot mode for the system. The options are Standard and Custom. *If Secure Boot Mode is set to Customized, Key Management features are available...
  • Page 93 Chapter 4: BIOS Secure Boot variable | Size | Keys# | Key Source  Platform Key (PK) Details Select this feature to view the details of the Platform Key. Export Select Yes to export a PK from a file on an external media. Update Select Yes to load a factory default PK or No to load from a file on an external media.
  • Page 94 Super X11SCD-F User's Manual Append Select Yes to add the db from the manufacturer's defaults list to the existing db. Select No to load the db from a file. The options are Yes and No. Delete Select Ok to remove the db and then the system will reset to Setup/Audit Mode.
  • Page 95 Chapter 4: BIOS  OsRecovery Signatures Details Select this feature to view the details of the dbr. Export Select Yes to export a dbr from a file on an external media. 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.

  • Page 96: Boot

    Super X11SCD-F User's Manual 4.7 Boot Use this menu to configure boot settings: Setup Prompt Timeout Use this feature to specify the length of time (the number of seconds) for the BIOS to wait before rebooting the system when the setup activation key is pressed. Enter the value of 65535 (0xFFFF) for the BIOS to wait indefinitely.
  • Page 97 Chapter 4: BIOS • LEGACY/UEFI/DUAL Boot Order #7 • LEGACY/UEFI/DUAL Boot Order #8 • LEGACY/UEFI/DUAL Boot Order #9 • LEGACY/UEFI/DUAL Boot Order #10 • LEGACY/UEFI/DUAL Boot Order #11 • LEGACY/UEFI/DUAL Boot Order #12 • LEGACY/UEFI/DUAL Boot Order #13 • LEGACY/UEFI/DUAL Boot Order #14 •...

  • Page 98: Save & Exit

    Super X11SCD-F User's Manual 4.8 Save & Exit Use this menu to configure save and exit settings. 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. Select Discard Changes and Exit from the Exit menu and press <Enter>.
  • Page 99 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 100: Appendix A Bios Codes

    Super X11SCD-F 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 101 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 102: 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 103: 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 104: 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 105 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 106: Product Disposal

    Super X11SCD-F 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 107: 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 108: Recovering The Main Bios Block With A Usb Device

    Super X11SCD-F 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 109 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 110 Super X11SCD-F 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 111 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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