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  • Page 1 B11SCG-ZTF B11SCG-CTF 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 B11SCG-ZTF/CTF motherboard. About This Motherboard The B11SCG-CTF motherboard supports the Intel® Xeon® E-2100 processor, 8th/9th Generation Intel Core i3/Pentium®/Celeron®...
  • Page 4 Super B11SCG-ZTF/CTF 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 ......................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 ....................16 Onboard Voltage Monitors ....................16 Fan Status Monitor with Firmware Control ...............17 Environmental Temperature Control .................17...
  • Page 6 B11SCG-ZTF/CTF User Manual DIMM Installation ......................28 DIMM Removal .........................28 2.5 Connectors .........................29 Power Connections ......................29 2.6 Jumper Settings .........................38 How Jumpers Work ......................38 2.7 LED Indicators ........................44 Chapter 3 Troubleshooting 3.1 Troubleshooting Procedures ....................45 Before Power On ......................45 No Power ..........................45 No Video ...........................45...
  • Page 7 Preface 4.7 Boot ............................87 4.8 Save & Exit .........................90 Appendix A UEFI BIOS Codes Appendix B Software Installation B.1 Installing Software Programs .....................94 Appendix C Standardized Warning Statements Battery Handling ........................96 Product Disposal .......................98 D.1 Overview ..........................99 D.2 Recovering the UEFI BIOS Image ..................99 D.3 Recovering the Main BIOS Block with a USB Device .............100 Appendix E Dual Boot Block BIOS Boot Block ......................104...

  • Page 8: Chapter 1 Introduction

    • Product safety info: http://www.supermicro.com/about/policies/safety_information.cfm • If you have any questions, please contact our support team at: support@supermicro.com This manual may be periodically updated without notice. Please check the Supermicro website for possible updates to the manual revision level.
  • Page 9 Chapter 1: Introduction Figure 1-1. B11SCG-CTF/ZTF 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 B11SCG-ZTF/CTF User's Manual Figure 1-2. B11SCG-CTF/ZTF Motherboard Layout (not drawn to scale) AST2500 MAC CODE B11SCG-CTF/ZTF REV:1.01 DESIGNED IN USA JPG1: 1-2:ENABLE 2-3:DISABLE JDBG1 JPWR3 X710 BMC_HB_LED1 JPO1: 1-2:ENABLE 2-3:DISABLE JWD1:WATCH DOG 1-2:RES 2-3:NMI JSD1:SATA DOM POWER C246/Z370 JBT1...

  • Page 11: Quick Reference

    Chapter 1: Introduction Quick Reference PWR1 AST2500 MAC CODE JVR1 B11SCG-CTF/ZTF REV:1.01 DESIGNED IN USA JPWR3 JPG1: JDBG1 1-2:ENABLE 2-3:DISABLE JDBG1 JPWR3 JPG1 DIMMB2 X710 DIMMB1 DIMMA2 DIMMA1 BMC_HB_LED1 BMC_HB_LED1 JPO1: JPO1 1-2:ENABLE 2-3:DISABLE JWD1:WATCH DOG JWD1 1-2:RES 2-3:NMI JPME1 JBR1 JSD1:SATA DOM POWER JSD1...

  • Page 12: Quick Reference Table

    Super B11SCG-ZTF/CTF User's Manual Quick Reference Table Jumper Description Default Setting Pins 1-2 (x8 Slot1/x8 Slot 2 or x16 PCIe Expansion Option Slot1) JBR1 BIOS Recovery Pins 1-2 (Normal) JBT1 Clear CMOS Short: Clear CMOS Open: Normal JPG1 VGA Enable/Disable...

  • Page 13: Motherboard Features

    • B11SCG-CTF supports up to 128GB of ECC UDIMM memory with speeds of up to 2666MHz. • B11SCG-ZTF supports up to 64GB of DDR4 Non-ECC UDIMM with speeds up to 2666MHz. DIMM Size • 4GB, 8GB, 16GB, (32GB exclusive for -CTF only) Chipset •...
  • 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. Chipset Block Diagram SVID IMVP8 IMVP8 INTEL LGA1151 DIMMA0 DDR4 (CHA) 2666MHz PCIe 3.0 x16 (Socket-H4) DIMMA1 X16 Riser 8.0GT/s DIMMB0 DDR4 (CHB) 2666MHz DIMMB1 x4 DMI 8GT/s SATA-III 1 X SATA-III DOM Port [17] 6Gb/s SATA-III 6Gb/s...

  • Page 16: Processor And Chipset Overview

    ACPI Power Management • Adaptive Thermal Management/Monitoring 1.3 Special Features This section describes the health monitoring features of the B11SCG-ZTF/CTF motherboard. The motherboard has an onboard System Hardware Monitor chip that supports system health monitoring. Recovery from AC Power Loss The Basic I/O System (BIOS) provides a setting that determines how the system will respond when AC power is lost and then restored to the system.

  • Page 17: Fan Status Monitor With Firmware Control

    Chapter 1: Introduction Fan Status Monitor with Firmware Control The system health monitor chip can check the RPM status of a cooling fan. The CPU and chassis fans are controlled by BIOS Thermal Management. Environmental Temperature Control System health sensors monitor temperatures and voltage settings of onboard processors and the system in real time via the IPMI interface.

  • Page 18: Chapter 2 Installation

    Super B11SCG-ZTF/CTF User's Manual 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.

  • Page 19: Motherboard Installation

    Chapter 2: Installation 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 20: Installing The Motherboard

    Super B11SCG-ZTF/CTF User's Manual 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.

  • Page 21: Installing The Motherboard Into The Superblade Chassis

    Chapter 2: Installation Installing the Motherboard into the Superblade 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 22: 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 to release the load plate, which covers the CPU socket, from its locking position.
  • Page 23 Chapter 2: Installation 2. Gently lift the load lever to open the load plate. Remove the plastic cap. 3. Use your thumb and your index finger to hold the CPU at the North center edge and the South center edge of the CPU. North Center Edge South Center Edge 4.
  • Page 24 Super B11SCG-ZTF/CTF User's Manual 5. Do not rub the CPU against the surface or against any pins of the socket to avoid damaging the CPU or the socket. 6. With the CPU inside the socket, inspect the four corners of the CPU to make sure that the CPU is properly installed.

  • Page 25: Installing A Passive Cpu Heatsink

    The order of the screws is shown below. To avoid damaging the processor or socket, do not use a force greater than 12 lbf-in when tighthening the screw. 4. Examine all corners to ensure the heatsink is firmly attached to the motherboard. Recommended Supermicro Screw#4 heatsink:...

  • Page 26: Removing The Heatsink

    Super B11SCG-ZTF/CTF User's Manual 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.

  • Page 27: Memory Support And Installation

    2.4 Memory Support and Installation Memory Support The B11SCG-ZTF/CTF motherboard supports up to 64GB (ZTF) of DDR4 Non-ECC UDIMM and 128GB (CTF) ECC UDIMM memory with speeds of up to 2666MHz. Populating the DIMM slots with a pair of memory modules of the same type, speed, and size will result in OH X interleaved memory, which improves performance.

  • Page 28: Dimm Installation

    Super B11SCG-ZTF/CTF User's Manual DIMM Installation 1. Insert DIMM modules in the following order: DIMMA2, DIMMB2, then DIMMA1, AST2500 MAC CODE DIMMB1. For optimal performance, use memory modules of the same type and B11SCG-CTF/ZTF REV:1.01 DESIGNED IN USA speed. JPG1:...

  • Page 29: Connectors

    Chapter 2: Installation 2.5 Connectors Power Connections Main Power Connector The primary power supply connector (PWR1) provides power to the motherboard via the chassis backplane. Expansion Power Connector JPWR2 can be used to provide up to an additional 300W power for a PCIe expansion card, such as a discrete GPU card that requires more than 75W.
  • Page 30 Super B11SCG-ZTF/CTF User's Manual TPM Header The JTPM1 header is used to connect a Trusted Platform Module (TPM). A TPM is a security device that supports encryption and authentication in hard drives. It enables the motherboard to deny access if the TPM associated with the hard drive is not installed in the system.
  • Page 31 Chapter 2: Installation SATA/SAS Power Connector JPWR3 can be used to provide power for up to two SATA/SAS devices. SATA/SAS Power Connector Pin Definitions Pin# Definition Pin# Definition Ground Ground AST2500 MAC CODE B11SCG-CTF/ZTF REV:1.01 DESIGNED IN USA JPG1: 1-2:ENABLE 2-3:DISABLE JDBG1 1.
  • Page 32 Super B11SCG-ZTF/CTF User's Manual Disk On Module Power Connector The Disk On Module (DOM) power connector at JSD1 provides 5V power to a solid-state DOM storage device connected to one of the SATA ports. Refer to the table below for pin definitions.
  • Page 33 Chapter 2: Installation SATA Ports The B11SCG-ZTF/CTF motherboard has two SATA 3.0 ports that are supported by the Intel Q370/C246 chipsets. I-SATA4 supports SuperDOM, Supermicro's proprietary SATA DOM with built-in power connection. SATA 3.0 Port Pin Definitions Pin# Signal Ground...
  • Page 34 Super B11SCG-ZTF/CTF User's Manual M.2 Slot The B11SCG-ZTF/CTF has one M.2 connector at M.2-H. It supports M-Key 2280/22110 in both PCIe 3.0 4 and SATA3.0 storage devices. M.2 was formerly called Next Generation Form Factor (NGFF) and serves to replace mini PCI-E and mSATA. M.2 allows for a greater variety of card sizes, increased functionalities, and spatial effiency.
  • Page 35 Chapter 2: Installation VRM SMBus Management Header JVR1 is a header for VRM SMBus management for manufacturing use only. VRM SMBus Header Pin Definition Pin# Definition Pin 1 SMBus Clock Pins 2 SMBus Data Pins 3 Ground AST2500 MAC CODE B11SCG-CTF/ZTF REV:1.01 DESIGNED IN USA...
  • Page 36 Super B11SCG-ZTF/CTF User's Manual Power Button Bypass Header JPO1 is a power button bypass header. If pins 1-2 are shorted, the motherboard will power on without the need to trigger from the front panel. This header is for debugging use only.
  • Page 37 Chapter 2: Installation VRM I²C Debug Header JDBG1 is a VRM I²C debug header for manufacturing use only. Front Panel Cable Connector JFP1 is used to connect the appropriate front panel module from the Superblade node sled. AST2500 MAC CODE B11SCG-CTF/ZTF REV:1.01 DESIGNED IN USA...

  • Page 38: Jumper Settings

    Super B11SCG-ZTF/CTF User's Manual 2.6 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 39 Chapter 2: Installation CMOS Clear JBT1 is used to clear CMOS, which will also clear any passwords. Instead of pins, this jumper consists of contact pads to prevent accidentally clearing the contents of CMOS. To Clear CMOS: 1. First power down the system and unplug the power cord(s). 2.
  • Page 40 Super B11SCG-ZTF/CTF User's Manual Management Engine (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 mode, online upgrade will be available via Recovery mode.
  • Page 41 Chapter 2: Installation VGA Enable/Disable Jumper JPG1 allows the user to enable the onboard VGA connector. The default setting is pins 1 and 2 to enable the connection. See the table below for jumper settings. VGA Enable/Disable Jumper Settings Jumper Setting Definition Pins 1-2 Enabled (Default)
  • Page 42 Super B11SCG-ZTF/CTF User's Manual Watch Dog Watch Dog (JWD1) is a system monitor that can reboot the system when a software application hangs. Close pins 1 and 2 to reset the system if an application hangs. Close pins 2 and 3 to generate a non-maskable interrupt (NMI) signal for the application that hangs.
  • Page 43 Chapter 2: Installation PCIe Expansion Option (via AOM BLG-L16X2) J5 is used to set the PCIe 3.0 x 16 expansion slot to operate in various modes in conjunction with PN: AOM-BLG-L16X2. Refer to the settings below. PCIe Expansion Option Jumper Settings Jumper Setting Definition x8 on both Slot 1/2...

  • Page 44: Led Indicators

    Super B11SCG-ZTF/CTF User's Manual 2.7 LED Indicators BMC Heartbeat LED BMC_HB_LED1 is the BMC heartbeat LED. When the LED is blinking green, BMC is functioning normally. Refer to the table below for the LED status. BMC Heartbeat LED Indicator LED Color...

  • Page 45: 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 46: System Boot Failure

    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 47: Losing The System's Setup Configuration

    2. Memory support: Make sure that the memory modules are supported by testing the modules using memtest86 or a similar utility. Note: Refer to the product page on our website at http://www.supermicro.com memory and CPU support and updates. 3. HDD support: Make sure that all hard disk drives (HDDs) work properly. Replace the bad HDDs with good ones.
  • Page 48 Super B11SCG-ZTF/CTF 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 49: 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 50: 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 Recov- ery instructions, please refer to the AMI BIOS Recovery Instructions posted at http:// www.supermicro.com.

  • Page 51: 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 52: Returning Merchandise For Service

    Super B11SCG-ZTF/CTF 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 53: Chapter 4 Uefi Bios

    UEFI BIOS 4.1 Introduction This chapter describes the AMIBIOS™ Setup utility for the B11SCG-ZTF/CTF 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 54: Main

    Super B11SCG-ZTF/CTF User's Manual 4.2 Main 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 55 Chapter 4: BIOS 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 56: Advanced

    Super B11SCG-ZTF/CTF User's Manual 4.3 Advanced Warning: Take caution when changing the Advanced settings. An incorrect value, a very high frequency, or an incorrect timing setting may make the system unstable. If this occurs, revert to the default to the manufacture default settings.
  • Page 57 Chapter 4: BIOS INT19 (Interrupt 19) Trap Response Interrupt 19 is the software interrupt that handles the disk function. When this feature is set to Immediate, the ROM BIOS of the host adaptors will "capture" Interrupt 19 at bootup immediately and allow the drives that are attached to these host adaptors to function as bootable disks.
  • Page 58 Super B11SCG-ZTF/CTF User's Manual CPU Configuration  The following information is displayed in this section: • CPU Signature - the processor identification code • Microcode Patch - the microcode revision number • CPU Speed - the approximate CPU speed •...
  • Page 59 Chapter 4: BIOS Intel (VMX) Virtualization Technology Select Enabled to use the Intel Virtualization Technology to allow one platform to run multiple operating systems and applications in independent partitions, creating multiple "virtual" systems in one physical computer. The options are Disabled or Enabled. Note: If there is any change to this setting, you will need to power off and reboot the system for the change to take effect.
  • Page 60 Super B11SCG-ZTF/CTF User's Manual Turbo Mode This feature enables Turbo Mode if EMTTM is also enabled. The options are Disabled or Enabled. MonitorMWait Select Enabled to enable the Monitor/Mwait instructions. The Monitor instructions moni- tors a region of memory for writes, and Mwait instructions instruct the CPU to stop until the monitored region begins to write.
  • Page 61 Chapter 4: BIOS Package C State Limit Select Auto for the AMI BIOS to automatically set the limit on the C-State package register. The options are C0/C1, C2, C3, C6, C7, C7s, C8, C9, C10, CPU Default, and Auto. Chipset Configuration ...
  • Page 62 Super B11SCG-ZTF/CTF User's Manual Fast Boot Use this feature to enable or disable fast path through the memory reference code. The settings are Disabled or Enabled. REFRESH_2X_MODE Use this feature to select the refresh mode. The options are Disabled, 1- Enabled for WARM or HOT, and 2- Enabled for HOT only.
  • Page 63 Chapter 4: BIOS ASPM Use this feature to activate the Active State Power Management (ASPM) level for a PCI- E device. Select Auto for the system BIOS to automatically set the ASPM level based on the system configuration. Select Disabled to disable ASPM support. The options are Disable, Auto, ASPM L0s, ASPM L1, and ASPM L0sL1.
  • Page 64 Super B11SCG-ZTF/CTF User's Manual PEG1 Physical Slot Number This feature sets the upper limit on the power supplied by slot. The default is 2. Program PCIe ASPM after OpROM This feature enables PCIe ASPM programming after OpROM. If set to Disabled, program- ming occurs before OpROM.
  • Page 65 Chapter 4: BIOS Peer Memory Write Enable This feature enables Peer Memory Writing. The options are Disabled or Enabled. M.2-H_1 ASPM Support Use this item to set the Active State Power Management (ASPM) level for a PCI-E de- vice. Select Auto for the system BIOS to automatically set the ASPM level based on the system configuration.
  • Page 66 Super B11SCG-ZTF/CTF User's Manual Device Settings 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 67 Chapter 4: BIOS COM1 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 68 Super B11SCG-ZTF/CTF User's Manual SOL Console Redirection Settings SOL Terminal Type This feature allows the user to select the target terminal emulation type for Console Redirection. Select VT100 to use the ASCII Character set. Select VT100+ to add color and function key support. Select ANSI to use the Extended ASCII Character Set. Select VT-UTF8 to use UTF8 encoding to map Unicode characters into one or more bytes.
  • Page 69 Chapter 4: BIOS SOL Recorder Mode Select Enabled to capture the data displayed on a terminal and send it as text messages to a remote server. The options are Disabled or Enabled. SOL Resolution 100x31 Select Enabled for extended-terminal resolution support. The options are Disabled or Enabled.
  • Page 70 Super B11SCG-ZTF/CTF User's Manual Console Redirection Settings Out-of-Band Mgmt Port This feature controls which port Emergency Management Services (EMS) is allowed to remotely manage a Windows server operating system. The options are COM1 or COM1/ SOL. Terminal Type This feature allows the user to select the target terminal emulation type for Console Redirection.
  • Page 71 Chapter 4: BIOS Spin Up Device When this feature is disabled, all drives will spin up at boot. When this feature is enabled, it will perform Staggered Spin Up on any drive this option is activated. The settings are Disabled or Enabled. SATA Device Type Use this feature to identify the type of HDD that is connected to the SATA port.
  • Page 72 Super B11SCG-ZTF/CTF User's Manual USB Configuration USB Configuration USB Module Version: 21 USB Controllers: 1 XHCI USB Devices 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. Select Disable to have all USB devices available for EFI applications only.
  • Page 73 Chapter 4: BIOS PCIe/PCI/PnP Configuration  PCI Devices Common Settings PCI Latency Timer Use this feature to set the latency Timer of each PCI device installed on a PCI bus. Select 32 to set the PCI latency to 32 PCI clock cycles. The options are 32 PCI Bus Clocks, 64 PCI Bus Clocks, 96 PCI Bus Clocks, 128 PCI Bus Clocks, 160 PCI Bus Clocks, 192 PCI Bus Clocks, 224 PCI Bus Clocks and 248 PCI Bus Clocks.
  • Page 74 Super B11SCG-ZTF/CTF User's Manual Storage This feature controls the execution of UEFI and Legacy Storage OpROM. The options are Do Not Launch, UEFI, and Legacy. Onboard LAN1 Option ROM Select PXE (Preboot Execution Environment) to boot the computer using a PXE device installed in a specified LAN port.
  • Page 75 Chapter 4: BIOS Trusted Computing  This motherboard supports TPM 1.2 and 2.0. The following TPM information will display if a TPM 2.0 module is detected: • Firmware Version • Vendor Name Security Device Support If this feature and the TPM jumper on the motherboard are both set to Enable, onboard security devices will be enabled for TPM (Trusted Platform Module) support to enhance data integrity and network security.
  • Page 76 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. TXT Support Intel Trusted Execution Technology (TXT) helps protect against software-based attacks and ensures protection, confidentiality, and integrity of data stored or created on the system.
  • Page 77 Chapter 4: BIOS TLS Authentication Configuration  This submenu allows the user to configure Transport Layer Security (TLS) settings.  Server CA Configuration  Enroll Cert Enroll Cert Using File Use this feature to enroll certification from a file. Certification GUID Use this feature to input the certification GUID.

  • Page 78: Event Logs

    Super B11SCG-ZTF/CTF 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 Use this feature to enable all features of the SMBIOS Event Logging during system boot. The options are Disabled or Enabled.
  • Page 79 Chapter 4: BIOS SMBIOS Event Log Standard Settings Log System Boot Event This feature toggles the System Boot Event logging to enabled or disabled. The options are Disabled or Enabled. MECI The Multiple Event Count Increment (MECI) counter counts the number of occurrences that a duplicate event must happen before the MECI counter is incremented.

  • Page 80: Ipmi

    Super B11SCG-ZTF/CTF User's Manual 4.5 IPMI Use this feature to configure Intelligent Platform Management Interface (IPMI) settings. IPMI Firmware Revision This item indicates the IPMI firmware revision used in your system. IPMI Status This item indicates the status of the IPMI firmware installed in your system.
  • Page 81 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 82 Super B11SCG-ZTF/CTF User's Manual IPV6 address status This displays the IPV6 address status. Station IPV6 address Use this feature to change the IPV6 address. Prefix Length Use this feature to change the prefix length. IPV6 Router IP Address Use this feature to change the IPV6 Router IP address.

  • Page 83: 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 84 Super B11SCG-ZTF/CTF User's Manual 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.  Restore Factory Keys Force System to User Mode. Install factory default Secure Boot key databases. The options are Yes and No.
  • Page 85 Chapter 4: BIOS  Restore DB defaults Select Yes to restore the DB defaults. Secure Boot Variable  Platform Key (PK) This feature allows the user to configure the settings of the platform keys. Update Select Yes to load the new Platform Keys (PK) from the manufacturer's defaults Select No to load the Platform Keys from a file.
  • Page 86 Super B11SCG-ZTF/CTF User's Manual  Authorized TimeStamps Update Select Yes to load the DBT from the manufacturer's defaults. Select No to load the DBT from a file. The options are Yes and No. Append Select Yes to add the DBT from the manufacturer's defaults list to the existing DBT. Select No to load the DBT from a file.

  • Page 87: Boot

    Chapter 4: BIOS 4.7 Boot Use this menu to configure boot settings. Fast Boot This option sets fast system boot, quick POST, etc. The options are Disable Link and Enabled. Boot mode select Use this feature to select the boot mode. The options are LEGACY, UEFI, and DUAL. Fixed Boot Order Priorities This option prioritizes the order of bootable devices that the system boots from.
  • Page 88 Super B11SCG-ZTF/CTF 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 89 Chapter 4: BIOS Delete Boot Option Use this feature to remove an EFI boot option from the boot priority list.  Add New Driver Option Use this feature to select a new driver to add to the boot priority list. Add Driver Option Use this feature to specify the name of the driver that the new boot option is added to.

  • Page 90: Save & Exit

    Super B11SCG-ZTF/CTF User's Manual 4.8 Save & Exit Use this menu to configure save and exit settings. Save Options Discard Changes and Reset This option will save the changes that have been made and will reboot the system. Save Changes and Reset This option will save the changes that have been made and will reboot the system.
  • Page 91 Chapter 4: BIOS Restore User Defaults This option will load previously saved user-specified defaults and remain in setup mode. Boot Override Listed in this section are other boot options for the system (i.e., Built-in EFI shell). Select an option and press <Enter>. Your system will boot to the selected boot option. NVME#0:Intel SSPEKNW512G8 CentOS (INTEL SSDPEKNW512G8) UEFI: Built-in EFI Shell...

  • Page 92: Appendix A Uefi Bios Codes

    Super B11SCG-ZTF/CTF User's Manual Appendix A UEFI BIOS Codes 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 93 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 94: Installing Software Programs

    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 directory and locate the ISO file for your motherboard.

  • Page 95: Appendix B Software Installation

    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, and fan speed, and provides alerts via email or the Simple Network Management Protocol (SNMP).

  • Page 96: Appendix C Standardized Warning Statements

    The following statements are industry standard warnings, provided to warn the user of situations that might potentially cause 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 97 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 98: Product Disposal

    Super B11SCG-ZTF/CTF 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 99: Overview

    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 100: Recovering The Main Bios Block With A Usb Device

    Super B11SCG-ZTF/CTF 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 101 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 102 Super B11SCG-ZTF/CTF 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 103 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.

  • Page 104: Appendix E Dual Boot Block

    Super B11SCG-ZTF/CTF User's Manual Appendix E Dual Boot Block E.1 Introduction This motherboard supports the Dual Boot Block feature, which is the last-ditch mechanism to recover the BIOS boot block. This section provides an introduction to the feature. BIOS Boot Block A BIOS boot block is the minimum BIOS loader required to enable necessary hardware components for the BIOS crisis recovery flash that will update the main BIOS block.
  • Page 105 Appendix E: Dual Boot Block E.2 Steps to Reboot the System by Using Jumper JBR1 1. Power down the system. 2. Close pins 2-3 on jumper JBR1 and power on the system. 3. Follow the BIOS recovery SOP listed in the previous chapter (Appendix D). 4.

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