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  • Page 1 SuperServer ® 1029P-N32R User's Manual Revision 1.0a...
  • Page 2 State of California, USA. The State of California, County of Santa Clara shall be the exclusive venue for the resolution of any such disputes. Supermicro's total liability for all claims will not exceed the price paid for the hardware product.
  • Page 3 About this Manual This manual is written for professional system integrators and PC technicians. It provides information for the installation and use of the SuperServer 1029P-N32R Installation and maintenance should be performed by experienced technicians only. Please refer to the 1029P-N32R server specifications page on our website for updates on supported memory, processors and operating systems (http://www.supermicro.com).

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Preface Contents Chapter 1 Introduction 1.1 Overview ..........................8 1.2 Unpacking the System ......................8 1.3 System Features ........................9 1.4 Server Chassis Features ....................10 Control Panel ........................10 Drive Sled LEDs ........................11 Front Features ........................12 Rear Features ........................12 1.5 Motherboard Layout ......................13 Quick Reference Table ......................14 Chapter 2 Server Installation 2.1 Overview ..........................17 2.2 Preparing for Setup ......................17...
  • Page 5 SuperServer 1029P-N32R User's Manual 3.4 Processor and Heatsink Installation ...................28 The Intel® Xeon® Scalable Series Processor ..............28 Overview of the Processor Carrier Assembly ..............29 Overview of the CPU Socket ....................29 Overview of the Processor Heatsink Module ..............30 Creating the Non-F Model Processor Carrier Assembly...........31 Assembling the Processor Heatsink Module ..............32...
  • Page 6 Preface Chapter 4 Motherboard Connections 4.1 Power Connections ......................58 4.2 Rear I/O Ports ........................59 Dedicated IPMI Port ......................60 4.3 Front Control Panel ......................61 4.3 Headers and Connectors ....................64 4.4 Jumpers ..........................67 Explanation of Jumpers ....................67 4.5 LED Indicators ........................69 Chapter 5 Software 5.1 OS Installation ........................71 Installing the Windows OS for a RAID System ..............71 Installing Windows to a Non-RAID System ..............71...
  • Page 7 SuperServer 1029P-N32R 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 8: Overview

    AC-DC 1600W at high and 1000W at low line, Platinum level PWS-1K69P-1R 1.2 Unpacking the System Inspect the box the SuperServer 1029P-N32R was shipped in and note if it was damaged in any way. If any equipment appears damaged, please file a damage claim with the carrier who delivered it.

  • Page 9: System Features

    Chapter 1: Introduction 1.3 System Features The following table provides you with an overview of the main features of the 1029P-N32R. Please refer to Appendix C for additional specifications. System Features Motherboard X11DPS-RE Chassis SC136HTS-R1K69P-U2 Dual Intel 82xx/81xx/62xx/61xx/52xx/51xx/42xx/41xx/31xx series Socket Type Socket P Memory The X11DPS-RE supports up to 6TB of RDIMM/NVDIMM DDR4 ECC 2933*/2666/2400/2133 MHz speed...

  • Page 10: Server Chassis Features

    SuperServer 1029P-N32R User's Manual 1.4 Server Chassis Features Control Panel The switches and LEDs located on the control panel are described below. See Chapter 4 for details on the control panel connections. Figure 1-1. Control Panel View Control Panel Features...

  • Page 11: Drive Sled Leds

    Chapter 1: Introduction Information LED Status Description An overheat condition has occurred. Continuously on and red (This may be caused by cable congestion.) Blinking red (1Hz) Fan failure, check for an inoperative fan. Solid blue UID has been activated locally to locate the server in a rack environment. Blinking blue UID has been activated using IPMI to locate the server in a rack environment.

  • Page 12: Front Features

    SuperServer 1029P-N32R User's Manual Front Features The SC136HTS-R1K69P-U2 is a two-sled 1U chassis. See the illustration below for the features included on the front of the chassis. Figure 1-2. Chassis Front View Front Chassis Features Item Feature Description Control Panel...

  • Page 13: Motherboard Layout

    Chapter 1: Introduction 1.5 Motherboard Layout Below is a layout of the X11DPS-RE with jumper, connector and LED locations shown. See the table on the following page for descriptions. For detailed descriptions, pinout information and jumper settings, refer to Chapter 4. JCOM1 JPQAT IPMI_LAN...

  • Page 14: Quick Reference Table

    SuperServer 1029P-N32R User's Manual Notes: • See Chapter 4 for detailed information on jumpers, I/O ports, and JF1 front panel connec- tions. • " " indicates the location of Pin 1. • Jumpers/LED indicators not indicated are used for testing only.
  • Page 15 Chapter 1: Introduction Connector Description Onboard CMOS battery FAN1 ~ FAN8 System/CPU fan headers (FAN1: CPU Fan) PCI-E/SATA Hybrid M.2 Slot 1 PCI-E/SATA Hybrid M.2 Slot 2 JCOM1/JCOM2 COM ports Front control panel header JIPMB1 4-pin external I²C header (for an IPMI card) JIPMILAN IPMI-Dedicated LAN port Chassis intrusion header (Note: Please connect a cable from the Chassis Intrusion header at JL1...
  • Page 16 SuperServer 1029P-N32R User's Manual NCSI DDR4 DDR4 AST2500 IPMI LAN RTL8211F RJ45 COM1 32MB UART COM2 FLASH LPC/eSPI 64MB BIOS FLASH Header USB2.0 [7] PE[5] LPC/eSPI LAN1 Intel X550 PE[0..3] PE[6-7]/sSATA[0] LAN2 PE[8-9]/sSATA[2] PCI-E FX_UPLINK[0:7] sSATA Gen3 [4, 5] PCI-E...

  • Page 17: Chapter 2 Server Installation

    Chapter 2: Server Installation Chapter 2 Server Installation 2.1 Overview This chapter provides advice and instructions for mounting your system in a server rack. If your system is not already fully integrated with processors, system memory etc., refer to Chapter 4 for details on installing those specific components. Caution: Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) can damage electronic components.

  • Page 18: Server Precautions

    SuperServer 1029P-N32R User's Manual • In single rack installations, stabilizers should be attached to the rack. In multiple rack in- stallations, the racks should be coupled together. • Always make sure the rack is stable before extending a server or other component from the rack.

  • Page 19: Circuit Overloading

    Chapter 2: Server Installation Circuit Overloading Consideration should be given to the connection of the equipment to the power supply circuitry and the effect that any possible overloading of circuits might have on overcurrent protection and power supply wiring. Appropriate consideration of equipment nameplate ratings should be used when addressing this concern.

  • Page 20: Installing The System Into A Rack

    SuperServer 1029P-N32R User's Manual 2.3 Installing the System into a Rack This section provides information on installing the SC136HTS-R1K69P-U2 chassis into a rack unit with the rails provided. Due to the variety of rack units on the market, the assembly procedure might differ slightly.

  • Page 21: Releasing The Inner Rails

    Chapter 2: Server Installation Releasing the Inner Rails Releasing the Inner Rails from the Outer Rails 1. Pull the inner rail out of the outer rail until it is fully extended as illustrated below. 2. Press the locking tab down to release the inner rail. 3.

  • Page 22: Installing The Inner Rails On The Chassis

    SuperServer 1029P-N32R User's Manual Installing the Inner Rails on the Chassis Installing the Inner Rails 1. Identify the left and right inner rails. They are labeled. 2. Place the inner rail firmly against the side of the chassis, aligning the hooks on the side of the chassis with the holes in the inner rail.

  • Page 23: Installing The Outer Rails On The Rack

    Chapter 2: Server Installation Installing the Outer Rails on the Rack Installing the Outer Rails 1. If your rack has round mounting holes, adjust the fittings on the outer rails. Press the latch at the end of the rail to change from square fittings to round fittings. *Original Setting 9.5-mm Press...
  • Page 24 SuperServer 1029P-N32R User's Manual 2. Push the middle rail back into the outer rail. An audible click indicates that the rail is fully inserted. Figure 2-5. Adjusting the Middle Rail 3. Insert the pegs on the rear of the outer rail into the rear rack holes. An audible click indicates that the rail is locked into place.

  • Page 25: Installing The Chassis Onto The Rack

    Chapter 2: Server Installation Installing the Chassis onto the Rack Installing the Chassis onto the Rack 1. Fully extend the outer rails as illustrated in Figure 2-7. 2. Align the inner rails of the chassis with the outer rails on the rack. 3.

  • Page 26: Chapter 3 Maintenance And Component Installation

    SuperServer 1029P-N32R User's Manual Chapter 3 Maintenance and Component Installation This chapter provides instructions on installing and replacing main system components. To prevent compatibility issues, only use components that match the specifications and/or part numbers given. Installation or replacement of most components require that power first be removed from the system.
  • Page 27 Chapter 3: Maintenance and Component Installation 3. Lift the middle panel up and off the chassis. 4. Remove the screws securing the second panel to the chassis. 5. Slide the second panel toward the rear of the chassis and lift it off. Warning: Except for short periods of time, do not operate the system without the cover in place.

  • Page 28: Processor And Heatsink Installation

    Thermal grease is pre-applied on a new heatsink. No additional thermal grease is needed. • Refer to the Supermicro website for updates on processor support. • All graphics in this manual are for illustrations only. Your components may look different.

  • Page 29: Overview Of The Processor Carrier Assembly

    Chapter 3: Maintenance and Component Installation Overview of the Processor Carrier Assembly The processor carrier assembly contains the Intel Xeon Non-Fabric (Non-F) processor and a processor carrier. 1. Non-F Processor 2. Processor Carrier Overview of the CPU Socket The CPU socket is protected by a plastic protective cover. 1.

  • Page 30: Overview Of The Processor Heatsink Module

    SuperServer 1029P-N32R User's Manual Overview of the Processor Heatsink Module The Processor Heatsink Module (PHM) contains a heatsink, a processor carrier, and the Intel Xeon Non-Fabric (Non-F) processor. 1. Heatsink with Thermal Grease 2. Processor Carrier 3. Non-F Processor Processor Heatsink Module...

  • Page 31: Creating The Non-F Model Processor Carrier Assembly

    Chapter 3: Maintenance and Component Installation Creating the Non-F Model Processor Carrier Assembly To install a Non-F model processor into the processor carrier, follow the steps below: 1. Hold the processor with the LGA lands (gold contacts) facing up. Locate the small, gold triangle in the corner of the processor and the corresponding hollowed triangle on the processor carrier.

  • Page 32: Assembling The Processor Heatsink Module

    SuperServer 1029P-N32R User's Manual Assembling the Processor Heatsink Module After creating the processor carrier assembly for the Non-F model processor, mount it onto the heatsink to create the processor heatsink module (PHM): 1. Note the label on top of the heatsink, which marks the heatsink mounting holes as 1, 2, 3, and 4.

  • Page 33: Preparing The Cpu Socket For Installation

    Chapter 3: Maintenance and Component Installation Preparing the CPU Socket for Installation This motherboard comes with a plastic protective cover installed on the CPU socket. Remove it from the socket to install the Processor Heatsink Module (PHM). Gently pull up one corner of the plastic protective cover to remove it.

  • Page 34: Installing The Processor Heatsink Module (Phm)

    SuperServer 1029P-N32R User's Manual Installing the Processor Heatsink Module (PHM) 1. Once you have assembled the processor heatsink module (PHM) by following the instructions, you are ready to install the processor heatsink module (PHM) into the CPU socket on the motherboard. To install the PHM into the CPU socket, follow the instructions below.

  • Page 35: Removing The Processor Heatsink Module (Phm) From The Motherboard

    Chapter 3: Maintenance and Component Installation Removing the Processor Heatsink Module (PHM) from the Motherboard Before removing the processor heatsink module (PHM), unplug power cord from the power outlet. 1. Using a T30 Torx-bit screwdriver, turn the screws on the PHM counterclockwise to loosen them from the socket, starting with screw marked #4 (in the sequence of 4, 3, 2, 2.

  • Page 36: Memory Installation

    • Put the memory modules into the antistatic bags when not in use. • Check the Supermicro website for recommended memory modules Introduction to Intel® Optane DC Persistent Memory Intel® 82xx/62xx/52xx/42xx supports new DCPMM (Optane™ DC Persistent Memory Modules) technology. DCPMM offers data persistence with higher capacity at lower latencies than the existing memory modules and provides hyper-speed storage capability for high performance computing platforms with flexible configuration options.

  • Page 37: Memory Population Sequence

    8Rx4 4H-128 GB 4H-256 GB Check the Supermicro website for possible updates to memory support. Memory Population Sequence Memory modules for the X11 UP/DP/MP motherboards are populated using the "Fill First" method. The blue memory slot of each channel is considered the "first DIMM module" of the channel, and the black slot, the second module of the channel.

  • Page 38: General Memory Population Requirements

    SuperServer 1029P-N32R User's Manual To maximize memory capacity and performance, please populate all DIMM slots on the motherboard, including all blue slots and black slots. General Memory Population Requirements 1. Be sure to use the memory modules of the same type and speed on the motherboard.
  • Page 39 Chapter 3: Maintenance and Component Installation Memory Population Table for the X11DP Motherboard w/24 DIMM Slots Onboard CPUs/DIMMs Memory Population Sequence 1 CPU & 1 DIMM CPU1: P1-DIMMA1 1 CPU & 2 DIMMs CPU1: P1-DIMMA1/P1-DIMMD1 1 CPU & 3 DIMMs CPU1: P1-DIMMC1/P1-DIMMB1/P1-DIMMA1 1 CPU &...
  • Page 40 SuperServer 1029P-N32R User's Manual Note: Unbalanced memory configuration decreases memory performance and is not recommended for Supermicro motherboards. Pin 1 CPU1 CPU2 Symmetric Population within 1 CPU Socket Channel Modes DIMMF1 DIMMF2 DIMME1 DIMME2 DIMMD1 DIMMD2 DIMMA2 DIMMA1 DIMMB2 DIMMB1...
  • Page 41 Chapter 3: Maintenance and Component Installation Legend (for the two tables above) Capacity DCPMM Any Capacity (Uniformly for all channels for a given configuration) • * 2nd socket has no DCPMM DIMM • For MM, general NM/FM ratio is between 1:4 and 1:16. Excessive capacity for FM can be used for AD. (NM = Near Memory;...

  • Page 42: Dimm Installation

    SuperServer 1029P-N32R User's Manual DIMM Installation JUIDB2 LED1 JCOM1 JPL1 JSDCARD1 JUSB1 JIPMILAN S-SATA5 S-SATA4 USB12/13(3.0) LED3 1. Follow the instructions given in the JLAN2 JLAN1 JTPM1 LED4 JSD1 JSD2 JRK1 memory population guidelines listed in JPWR1 JPWR2 the previous sections to install memory...

  • Page 43: Pci Expansion Card Installation

    Chapter 3: Maintenance and Component Installation PCI Expansion Card Installation The system includes two pre-installed riser cards (RSC-R1U-E16R) that allow you to position standard size PCI-E cards at a 90-degree angle, allowing them to fit inside the chassis. Installing PCI Expansion Cards The riser cards have already been pre-installed into the motherboard.

  • Page 44: Chassis Components

    2.5" NVMe SSDs. This section is intended to address the need to prepare the NVMe SSDs to be hot-plugged in Supermicro SuperServer 1029P-N32R system. Warning: Hot removing an NVMe SSD from any deployed systems requires careful planning. If possible, it is generally a good idea to stop the I/O access to the target NVMe SSD and migrate out its data first.
  • Page 45 Chapter 3: Maintenance and Component Installation 2. Find the slot information of the target NVMe SSD. In the server BMC GUI (under Server Health/NVMe SSD), the probed target NVMe SSD information can be used find its slot location in the enclosure: As shown in above BMC GUI screen shot, the target NVMe SSD is in Slot 22, with its Vendor/Model/Serial matching what we probed.
  • Page 46 SuperServer 1029P-N32R User's Manual Confirm the eject operation by clicking the “OK” button on the following pop-up window. Once the GUI indicates that the NVMe SSD has been rejected successfully, the target is removed from the OS. To confirm that target SSD has been removed from OS, do the following: •...

  • Page 47: Removing A Drive Using Windows

    Chapter 3: Maintenance and Component Installation Removing a Drive Using Windows Examples listed here were done under Windows Server 2016. Command output in this section may be abbreviated for easier reading. Additional notes are added with marking “”. Windows generally reports NVMe SSD events associated with a disk or harddisk number. In this section, a method is shown how to correlate an NVMe SSD’s slot number in a server enclosure to its Disk #, and prepare the target SSD for hot removal.
  • Page 48 SuperServer 1029P-N32R User's Manual Also, with Intel SSD data center tool, all the installed Intel SSD information could be listed with the following command: #isdct show –intelssd … - Intel SSD DC P4500 Series BTLF736500FD4P0SGN -  Serial number Bootloader : 0136 DevicePath : \\\\.\\PHYSICALDRIVE12...
  • Page 49 Chapter 3: Maintenance and Component Installation 3. Prepare the target NVMe SSD for hot removal. On the BMC GUI, once the target NVMe SSD has been correctly identified, click the Eject button for its slot to remove it from the Confirm the eject operation by clicking the “OK”...

  • Page 50: Cable Connections

    The SC136 chassis offers intelligent management with IPMI providing hardware health monitoring and remote power control. To enable, connect to the storage enclosure using the dedicated IPMI LAN connectors. For details on configuring and using IPMI, refer to the Supermicro IPMI manual. IPMI Figure 3-3. IPMI Cables...

  • Page 51: Installing Hard Drives

    Sled #2 Figure 3-5. Removing the Sleds Notes: 1. Do not leave a sled extended from the chassis for longer than two minutes. 2. Use Supermicro qualified NVMe SSDs only. For information on recommended SSDs, visit the Supermicro website at http://www.supermicro.com/products/nfo/storage.cfm.
  • Page 52 SuperServer 1029P-N32R User's Manual Figure 3-6. NVMe Drive Bay Identification...
  • Page 53 Chapter 3: Maintenance and Component Installation Mounting a Drive in a Drive Carrier 1. Release and swing open the locking latches on the side of the drive carrier. 2. Insert a drive into the carrier with the PCB side facing down and the connector end toward the rear of the carrier.
  • Page 54 SuperServer 1029P-N32R User's Manual Removing a Drive 1. Push the release tab on the drive carrier that you want to remove. 2. Use the release tab to retract the drive carrier from its bay, then fully remove the drive carrier and its drive.

  • Page 55: Hot-Swap For Nvme Drives

    Chapter 3: Maintenance and Component Installation Hot-Swap for NVMe Drives An NVMe drive can be inserted and replaced using IPMI. Note: If you are using VROC, see the VROC appendix in this manual instead. Ejecting a Drive 1. IPMI > Server Health > NVMe SSD 2.

  • Page 56: System Fans

    SuperServer 1029P-N32R User's Manual System Fans The chassis contains eight 4-cm counter-rotating, high-performance fans. Fan speed is controlled by system temperature via IPMI. If a fan fails, the remaining fan will ramp up to full speed and the overheat/fan fail LED on the control panel will turn on. Replace any failed fan at your earliest convenience with the same type and model (the system can continue to run with a failed fan).

  • Page 57: Power Supply

    Chapter 3: Maintenance and Component Installation Power Supply The chassis has two redundant power supplies. The power modules are hot-swappable, enabling the power supplies to be changed without powering down the system. These power supplies are auto-switching capable. This enables the power supply to automatically sense and operate at a 100v to 240v input voltage.

  • Page 58: Chapter 4 Motherboard Connections

    8-pin Processor Power (JPWR1/JPWR2) SMCI-Proprietary Power Connectors Two SMCI-proprietary Power Supply Unit connectors, located at PSU1/PSU2, provide main power to your system. Please note that these power connectors are reserved for Supermicro system use only. PCIE-Proprietary Power Connectors JPWR1/2 are 12-pin power connectors used by proprietary PCIE-based memory backplane designs.

  • Page 59: Rear I/O Ports

    Chapter 4: Motherboard Connections 4.2 Rear I/O Ports See Figure 4-1 below for the locations and descriptions of the various I/O ports on the rear of the motherboard. JUIDB2 LED1 JCOM1 JPL1 JSDCARD1 JUSB1 JIPMILAN S-SATA5 S-SATA4 USB12/13(3.0) LED3 JLAN2 JLAN1 JTPM1 LED4...

  • Page 60: Dedicated Ipmi Port

    SuperServer 1029P-N32R User's Manual Serial Port There is a COM connector (JCOM1) near the I/O back panel, next to the IPMI LAN connector. This COM connector provides serial communication support. VGA Port There is one VGA port on the IO back panel. Connect to this port for the VGA display.

  • Page 61: Front Control Panel

    JF1 contains header pins for various buttons and indicators that are normally located on a control panel at the front of the chassis. These connectors are designed specifically for use with Supermicro chassis. See the figure below for the descriptions of the front control panel buttons and LED indicators.
  • Page 62 SuperServer 1029P-N32R User's Manual Power Button The Power Button connection is located on pins 1 and 2 of JF1. Momentarily contacting both pins will power on/off the system. This button can also be configured to function as a suspend button (with a setting in the BIOS - see Chapter 4). To turn off the power when the system is in suspend mode, press the button for 4 seconds or longer.
  • Page 63 Chapter 4: Motherboard Connections OH/Fan Fail/PWR Fail/UID LED Connect an LED cable to pins 7 and 8 of the Front Control Panel (JF1) to use UID/Overheat/ Fan Fail/Power Fail LED connections. The LED on pin 8 provides warnings of overheat, power failure or fan failure.

  • Page 64: Headers And Connectors

    SuperServer 1029P-N32R User's Manual 4.3 Headers and Connectors Onboard Fan Header This motherboard has eight headers (FAN1~8). All these 4-pin fan headers are backward- compatible with traditional 3-pin fans. However, onboard fan speed control is available only when all 4-pin fans are used on the motherboard. Fan speed control is supported by Thermal Management via IPMI 2.0 interface.
  • Page 65 Chapter 4: Motherboard Connections NVMe Slots (PCI-E 3.0 x32) There are two PCI-E 3.0 x32 slots with Tray Cable Connector Interface connections on the motherboard. PCI-E 3.0 Slots There are two PCI-E 3.0 x16 slots located on the motherboard. CPU1 SLOT1 PCI-E and CPU2 SLOT2 PCI-E are supported by their corresponding CPU's, and offer riser card support.
  • Page 66 Supermicro SuperDOMs which are yellow SATA DOM connectors with power pins built in, and do not require external power cables. Supermicro SuperDOMs are backward- compatible with regular SATA HDDs or SATA DOMs that need external power cables.

  • Page 67: Jumpers

    Chapter 4: Motherboard Connections 4.4 Jumpers Explanation of Jumpers To modify the operation of the motherboard, jumpers are used to choose between optional settings. Jumpers create shorts between two pins to change the function associated with it. Pin 1 is identified with a square solder pad on the printed circuit board. See the motherboard layout page for jumper locations.
  • Page 68 SuperServer 1029P-N32R 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 69: Led Indicators

    Chapter 4: Motherboard Connections 4.5 LED Indicators Dedicated IPMI LAN LEDs A dedicated IPMI LAN is located on the I/O Backplane of the motherboard. The amber LED on the right indicates activity, while the green LED on the left indicates the speed of the connection.
  • Page 70 SuperServer 1029P-N32R User's Manual Unit ID LED A rear UID LED indicator at LED1 is located near the UID switch on the I/O back panel. This UID indicator provides easy identification of a system unit that may need service. UID LED...

  • Page 71: Chapter 5 Software

    You must first configure RAID settings (if using RAID) before you install the Windows OS and the software drivers. To configure RAID settings, please refer to the RAID Configuration User Guides posted on our website at www.supermicro.com/support/manuals. Installing the Windows OS for a RAID System 1.

  • Page 72: Driver Installation

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

  • Page 73: Superdoctor ® 5

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

  • Page 74: Firmware Updates

    SuperServer 1029P-N32R User's Manual 5.5 Firmware Updates Updating Switch Configuration Use IPMI to update the configuration of the PCIe switches. 1. Log into the IPMI. The default Username and Password are ADMIN / ADMIN. 2. Under the Maintenance tab, select PCIE Switch FW Update.
  • Page 75 Chapter 5: Software 4. Click OK to confirm. Both switches are updated consecutively, and the progress is reported. 5. Click OK to finish.

  • Page 76: Updating The Bmc Firmware

    SuperServer 1029P-N32R User's Manual Updating the BMC Firmware Use IPMI to update the BMC firmware. 1. Log into the IPMI. The default Username and Password are ADMIN / ADMIN. 2. Under the Maintenance tab, select Firmware Update. 3. Click the Enter Update Mode button.
  • Page 77 Chapter 5: Software 4. Click Choose File, select the configuration file, then click the Upload Firmware button. 5. Clear all check box options and click the Start Upgrade button. 6. Click OK to confirm and wait. The system reboots to complete the update.

  • Page 78: Chapter 6 Bios

    SuperServer 1029P-N32R User's Manual Chapter 6 BIOS 6.1 Introduction This chapter describes the AMIBIOS™ Setup utility for the X11DPS-RE motherboard(s). The is stored in a flash chip and can be easily upgraded using a floppy disk-based 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 79: Main Menu

    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 01/01/2014 after RTC reset. Supermicro X11DPS-RE BIOS Version This item displays the version of the BIOS ROM used in the system.
  • Page 80 SuperServer 1029P-N32R User's Manual CPLD Version This item displays the version of the CPLD (Complex-Programmable Logical Device) used in the system. Memory Information Total Memory This item displays the total size of memory available in the system. This feature allows you to specify the boot sequence from the list of available USB drives. A device that is in parenthesis has been disabled in the corresponding type menu.

  • Page 81: Advanced Setup Configurations

    Chapter 6: BIOS 6.3 Advanced Setup Configurations Use the arrow keys to select the Advanced submenu and press <Enter> to access the submenu items: Warning: Take caution when changing the Advanced settings. An incorrect value, a very high DRAM frequency, or an incorrect DRAM timing setting may make the system unstable. When this occurs, revert to the default to the manufacture default settings.
  • Page 82 SuperServer 1029P-N32R User's Manual Option ROM Messages Use this feature to set the display mode for the Option ROM. Select Keep Current to use the current AddOn ROM display setting. Select Force BIOS to use the Option ROM display mode set by the system BIOS. The options are Force BIOS and Keep Current.
  • Page 83 Chapter 6: BIOS  CPU Configuration Warning: Setting the wrong values in the following sections may cause the system to malfunc- tion.  Processor Configuration The following CPU information will be displayed: • Processor BSP Revision • Processor Socket • Processor ID •...
  • Page 84 SuperServer 1029P-N32R User's Manual Execute Disable Bit (Available if supported by the OS & the CPU) Select Enable to enable Execute Disable Bit, support which will allow the processor to designate areas in the system memory where an application code can execute and where it cannot, thus preventing a worm or a virus from flooding illegal codes to overwhelm the processor, damaging the system during a virus attack.
  • Page 85 Chapter 6: BIOS Extended APIC (Extended Advanced Programmable Interrupt Controller) Based on the Intel Hyper-Threading technology, each logical processor (thread) is assigned 256 APIC IDs (APIDs) in 8-bit bandwidth. When this feature is set to Enable, the APIC ID will be expanded from 8 bits to 16 bits to provide 512 APIDs to each thread to enhance CPU performance.
  • Page 86 SuperServer 1029P-N32R User's Manual Turbo Mode (Available when SpeedStep is set to Enable) Select Enable for processor cores to run faster than the frequency specified by the manufacturer. The options are Disable and Enable. Hardware PM (Power Management) State Control...
  • Page 87 Chapter 6: BIOS North Bridge This feature allows the user to configure the settings for the Intel North Bridge. UPI (Ultra Path Interconnect) Configuration This section displays the following UPI General Configuration information: • Number of CPU • Number of IIO •...
  • Page 88 SuperServer 1029P-N32R User's Manual Sub NUMA Clustering (SNC) is a feature that breaks up the Last Level Cache (LLC) into clusters based on address range. Each cluster is connected to a subset of the memory controller. Enabling SNC improves average latency and reduces memory access congestion to achieve higher performance.
  • Page 89 Chapter 6: BIOS tRWSR Relaxation If this feature is set to Enabled, the tRWSR overrides the SPD. If this feature is set to Disabled, it is enforced based on memory frequency. The options are Enable and Disable. Enable ADR Select Enable for ADR (Automatic Diagnostic Repository) support to enhance memory performance.
  • Page 90 SuperServer 1029P-N32R User's Manual ADDDC (Adaptive Double Device Data Correction) Sparing Select Enable for Adaptive Double Device Data Correction (ADDDC) support, which will not only provide memory error checking and correction but will also prevent the system from issuing a performance penalty before a device fails. Please note that virtual lockstep mode will only start to work for ADDDC after a faulty DRAM module is spared.
  • Page 91 Chapter 6: BIOS MCP0 (IIO PCIe Br4) This item configures the PCI-E Bifuraction setting for a PCI-E port specified by the user. The options are x16 and Auto. MCP1 (IIO PCIe Br5) This item configures the PCI-E Bifuraction setting for a PCI-E port specified by the user. The options are x16 and Auto.
  • Page 92 SuperServer 1029P-N32R User's Manual Intel VT for Directed I/O (VT-d) Intel® VT for Directed I/O (VT-d) Select Enable to use Intel Virtualization Technology support for Direct I/O VT-d by reporting the I/O device assignments to the VMM (Virtual Machine Monitor) through the DMAR ACPI tables.
  • Page 93 Chapter 6: BIOS 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. Use this feature to enable Non-Isoch VT-d Engine Address Translation Services (ATS) support.
  • Page 94 SuperServer 1029P-N32R User's Manual 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. The options are Enabled, Disabled and Auto.
  • Page 95 Chapter 6: BIOS SATA Configuration  When this submenu is selected, the AMI BIOS automatically detects the presence of the SATA devices that are supported by the Intel PCH chip and displays the following items: SATA Controller This item enables or disables the onboard SATA controller supported by the Intel PCH chip. The options are Enable and Disable.
  • Page 96 SuperServer 1029P-N32R User's Manual SATA Device Type Use this item to specify if the device installed on the SATA port selected by the user should be connected to a Solid State drive or a Hard Disk Drive. The options are Hard Disk Drive and Solid State Drive.
  • Page 97 Chapter 6: BIOS Spin Up Device On an edge detect from 0 to 1, set this item to allow the sSATA device installed on the sSATA port specified by the user to start a COMRESET initialization. The options are Enable and Disable. sSATA Device Type Use this item to specify if the device installed on the sSATA port specified by the user should be connected to a Solid State drive or a Hard Disk Drive.
  • Page 98 SuperServer 1029P-N32R User's Manual MMCFG Base This feature determines the lowest MMCFG (Memory-Mapped Configuration) base assigned to PCI devices. The options are 1G, 1.5G, 1.75G. 2G, 2.25G, and 3G. VGA Priority Use this item to select the graphics device to be used as the primary video display for system boot.
  • Page 99 Chapter 6: BIOS Ipv6 PXE Support Select Enabled to enable Ipv6 PXE boot support. If this feature is disabled, it will not create the Ipv6 PXE boot option. The options are Disabled and Enabled. Ipv6 HTTP Support Select Enabled to enable Ipv6 HTTP boot support. If this feature is disabled, it will not create the Ipv6 HTTP boot option.
  • Page 100 SuperServer 1029P-N32R 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. Device Settings This item displays the base I/O port address and the Interrupt Request address of a serial port specified by the user.
  • Page 101 Chapter 6: 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 (bits per second).
  • Page 102 SuperServer 1029P-N32R User's Manual Putty KeyPad This feature selects Function Keys and KeyPad settings for Putty, which is a terminal emulator designed for the Windows OS. The options are VT100, LINUX, XTERMR6, SCO, ESCN, and VT400. Redirection After BIOS Post Use this feature to enable or disable legacy Console Redirection after BIOS POST.
  • Page 103 Chapter 6: 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 104 SuperServer 1029P-N32R User's Manual Redirection After BIOS Post Use this feature to enable or disable legacy Console Redirection after BIOS POST (Power-On Self-Test). When this feature is set to Bootloader, legacy Console Redirection is disabled before booting the OS. When this feature is set to Always Enable, legacy Console Redirection remains enabled upon OS boot.
  • Page 105 Chapter 6: 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 data-sending when the receiving buffer is full. Send a "Start" signal to start data-sending when the receiving buffer is empty. The options are None, Hardware RTS/CTS and Software Xon/Xoff.
  • Page 106 SuperServer 1029P-N32R User's Manual Trusted Computing (Available when a TPM device is installed  and detected by the BIOS) When a TPM (Trusted-Platform Module) device is detected in your machine, the following information will be displayed. • TPM2.0 Device Found •...
  • Page 107 Chapter 6: BIOS Security Device Support If this feature and the TPM jumper (JPT1 if installed onboard) on the motherboard are both enabled, the onboard security (TPM) device will be enabled in the BIOS to enhance data integrity and system security. Please note that the OS will not show the security device. Neither TCG EFI protocol nor INT1A interaction will be made available for use.

  • Page 108: Event Logs

    SuperServer 1029P-N32R User's Manual PH (Platform Hierarchy) Randomization (for TPM Version 2.0 and above) Select Enabled for Platform Hierarchy Randomization support, which is used only during the platform developmental stage. This feature cannot be enabled in the production platforms. The options are Disabled and Enabled.
  • Page 109 Chapter 6: BIOS Change SMBIOS Event Log Settings Enabling/Disabling Options SMbios Event Log Select Enabled to enable SMBIOS (System Management BIOS) 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 before an event logging is initialized at bootup.

  • Page 110: Ipmi

    SuperServer 1029P-N32R User's Manual View SMBIOS Event Log This item allows the user to view the event in the system event log. Select this item and press <Enter> to view the status of an event in the log. The following categories are displayed: Date/Time/Error Code/Severity 6.5 IPMI...
  • Page 111 Chapter 6: BIOS System Event Log Enabling/Disabling Options SEL Components Select Enabled for all system event logging at bootup. The options are Disabled and Enabled. Erasing Settings Erase SEL Select Yes, On next reset to erase all system event logs upon next system reboot. Select Yes, On every reset to erase all system event logs upon each system reboot.
  • Page 112 SuperServer 1029P-N32R User's Manual Station IP Address This item displays the Station IP address for this computer. This should be in decimal and in dotted quad form (i.e., 192.168.10.253). Subnet Mask This item displays the sub-network that this computer belongs to. The value of each three- digit number separated by dots should not exceed 255.

  • Page 113: Security Settings

    Chapter 6: BIOS 6.6 Security Settings This menu allows the user to configure the following security settings for the system. Administrator Password Use this feature to set the administrator password which is required to enter the BIOS setup utility. The length of the password should be from 3 characters to 20 characters long. User Password Press Enter to create a new, or change an existing User password.
  • Page 114 SuperServer 1029P-N32R User's Manual Secure Boot When you select this submenu and press the <Enter> key, the following items will display: • System Mode • Secure Boot • Vendor Keys Attempt Secure Boot Use this item to enable secure boot. The options are Disabled and Enabled.
  • Page 115 Chapter 6: BIOS Platform Key (PK) This feature allows the user to enter and configure a set of values to be used as a platform firmware key for the system. This set of values also indicate the size, the keys numbers, and the key source of the Platform Key.

  • Page 116: Boot Settings

    SuperServer 1029P-N32R User's Manual 6.7 Boot Settings Use this feature to configure Boot Settings: Boot Mode Select Use this feature to select the type of devices that the system is going to boot from. The options are Legacy, UEFI (Unified Extensible Firmware Interface), and Dual.
  • Page 117 Chapter 6: BIOS When the item above -"Boot Mode Select" is set to UEFI, the following items will be display for configuration: • Boot Option #1 - Boot Option #9 Delete Boot Option  This feature allows the user to select a boot device to delete from the boot priority list. Delete Boot Option Use this item to remove an EFI boot option from the boot priority list.

  • Page 118: Save & Exit

    SuperServer 1029P-N32R User's Manual 6.8 Save & Exit Select the Save & Exit tab from the BIOS setup screen to configure the settings below. Save Options Discard Changes and Exit Select this option to quit the BIOS setup without making any permanent changes to the system configuration and reboot the computer.
  • Page 119 Chapter 6: BIOS Discard Changes Select this option and press <Enter> to discard all the changes and return to the AMI BIOS setup utility. Default Options Restore Optimized Defaults To set this feature, select Restore Defaults from the Exit menu and press <Enter> to load manufacturer default settings which are intended for maximum system performance but not for maximum stability.

  • Page 120: Appendix A Bios Error Codes

    SuperServer 1029P-N32R User's Manual Appendix A BIOS Error Codes A-1 BIOS Error Beep (POST) 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 121 When BIOS performs the Power On Self Test, it writes checkpoint codes to I/O port 0080h. If the computer cannot complete the boot process, a diagnostic card can be attached to the computer to read I/O port 0080h (Supermicro p/n AOC-LPC80-20). For information on AMI updates, please refer to http://www.ami.com/products/.

  • Page 122: Appendix B Standardized Warning Statements For Ac Systems

    Supermicro's Technical Support department for assistance. Only certified technicians should attempt to install or configure components. Read this appendix in its entirety before installing or configuring components in the Supermicro chassis. These warnings may also be found on our website at http://www.supermicro.com/about/...
  • Page 123 Appendix B: Standardized Warning Statements Warnung WICHTIGE SICHERHEITSHINWEISE Dieses Warnsymbol bedeutet Gefahr. Sie befinden sich in einer Situation, die zu Verletzungen führen kann. Machen Sie sich vor der Arbeit mit Geräten mit den Gefahren elektrischer Schaltungen und den üblichen Verfahren zur Vorbeugung vor Unfällen vertraut. Suchen Sie mit der am Ende jeder Warnung angegebenen Anweisungsnummer nach der jeweiligen Übersetzung in den übersetzten Sicherheitshinweisen, die zusammen mit diesem Gerät ausgeliefert wurden.
  • Page 124 SuperServer 1029P-N32R User's Manual . ٌ ‫ا ك ً ف حالة و ٌ يك أى تتسبب ف اصابة جسذ ة ٌ هذا الزهز ع ٌ خطز !تحذ ز‬ ‫قبل أى تعول عىل أي هعذات،يك عىل علن بالوخاطز ال ا ٌجوة عي الذوائز‬...
  • Page 125 Appendix B: Standardized Warning Statements Warnung Vor dem Anschließen des Systems an die Stromquelle die Installationsanweisungen lesen. ¡Advertencia! Lea las instrucciones de instalación antes de conectar el sistema a la red de alimentación. Attention Avant de brancher le système sur la source d'alimentation, consulter les directives d'installation. .‫יש...
  • Page 126 SuperServer 1029P-N32R User's Manual Warnung Dieses Produkt ist darauf angewiesen, dass im Gebäude ein Kurzschluss- bzw. Überstromschutz installiert ist. Stellen Sie sicher, dass der Nennwert der Schutzvorrichtung nicht mehr als: 250 V, 20 A beträgt. ¡Advertencia! Este equipo utiliza el sistema de protección contra cortocircuitos (o sobrecorrientes) del edificio.
  • Page 127 Appendix B: Standardized Warning Statements Power Disconnection Warning Warning! The system must be disconnected from all sources of power and the power cord removed from the power supply module(s) before accessing the chassis interior to install or remove system components. 電源切断の警告...
  • Page 128 SuperServer 1029P-N32R User's Manual ‫يجب فصم اننظاو من جميع مصادر انطاقت وإ ز انت سهك انكهرباء من وحدة امداد‬ ‫انطاقت قبم‬ ‫انىصىل إىن امنناطق انداخهيت نههيكم نتثبيج أو إ ز انت مكىناث الجهاز‬ 경고! 시스템에 부품들을 장착하거나 제거하기 위해서는 섀시 내부에 접근하기 전에 반드시 전원...
  • Page 129 Appendix B: Standardized Warning Statements Attention Il est vivement recommandé de confier l'installation, le remplacement et la maintenance de ces équipements à des personnels qualifiés et expérimentés. !‫אזהרה‬ .‫צוות מוסמך בלבד רשאי להתקין, להחליף את הציוד או לתת שירות עבור הציוד‬ ‫واملدربيه...
  • Page 130 SuperServer 1029P-N32R User's Manual Warnung Diese Einheit ist zur Installation in Bereichen mit beschränktem Zutritt vorgesehen. Der Zutritt zu derartigen Bereichen ist nur mit einem Spezialwerkzeug, Schloss und Schlüssel oder einer sonstigen Sicherheitsvorkehrung möglich. ¡Advertencia! Esta unidad ha sido diseñada para instalación en áreas de acceso restringido. Sólo puede obtenerse acceso a una de estas áreas mediante la utilización de una herramienta especial,...
  • Page 131 Appendix B: Standardized Warning Statements Battery Handling Warning! There is the danger of explosion if the battery is replaced incorrectly. Replace the battery only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer. Dispose of used batteries according to the manufacturer's instructions 電池の取り扱い...
  • Page 132 SuperServer 1029P-N32R User's Manual ‫هناك خطر من انفجار يف حالة اسحبذال البطارية بطريقة غري صحيحة فعليل‬ ‫اسحبذال البطارية‬ ‫فقط بنفس النىع أو ما يعادلها مام أوصث به الرشمة املصنعة‬ ‫جخلص من البطاريات املسحعملة وفقا لحعليامت الرشمة الصانعة‬ 경고! 배터리가 올바르게 교체되지 않으면 폭발의 위험이 있습니다. 기존 배터리와 동일하거나 제...
  • Page 133 Appendix B: Standardized Warning Statements ¡Advertencia! Puede que esta unidad tenga más de una conexión para fuentes de alimentación. Para cortar por completo el suministro de energía, deben desconectarse todas las conexiones. Attention Cette unité peut avoir plus d'une connexion d'alimentation. Pour supprimer toute tension et tout courant électrique de l'unité, toutes les connexions d'alimentation doivent être débranchées.
  • Page 134 SuperServer 1029P-N32R User's Manual Backplane Voltage Warning! Hazardous voltage or energy is present on the backplane when the system is operating. Use caution when servicing. バックプレーンの電圧 システムの稼働中は危険な電圧または電力が、 バックプレーン上にかかっています。 修理する際には注意く ださい。 警告 当系统正在进行时，背板上有很危险的电压或能量，进行维修时务必小心。 警告 當系統正在進行時，背板上有危險的電壓或能量，進行維修時務必小心。 Warnung Wenn das System in Betrieb ist, treten auf der Rückwandplatine gefährliche Spannungen oder Energien auf.
  • Page 135 Appendix B: Standardized Warning Statements ‫هناك خطز مه التيار الكهزبايئ أوالطاقة املىجىدة عىل اللىحة‬ ‫عندما يكىن النظام يعمل كه حذ ر ا عند خدمة هذا الجهاس‬ 경고! 시스템이 동작 중일 때 후면판 (Backplane)에는 위험한 전압이나 에너지가 발생 합니다. 서비스 작업 시 주의하십시오. Waarschuwing Een gevaarlijke spanning of energie is aanwezig op de backplane wanneer het systeem in gebruik is.
  • Page 136 SuperServer 1029P-N32R User's Manual ‫תיאום חוקי החשמל הארצי‬ !‫אזהרה‬ .‫התקנת הציוד חייבת להיות תואמת לחוקי החשמל המקומיים והארציים‬ ‫تركيب املعدات الكهربائية يجب أن ميتثل للقىاويه املحلية والىطىية املتعلقة‬ ‫بالكهرباء‬ 경고! 현 지역 및 국가의 전기 규정에 따라 장비를 설치해야 합니다.
  • Page 137 Appendix B: Standardized Warning Statements Attention La mise au rebut ou le recyclage de ce produit sont généralement soumis à des lois et/ou directives de respect de l'environnement. Renseignez-vous auprès de l'organisme compétent. ‫סילוק המוצר‬ !‫אזהרה‬ .‫סילוק סופי של מוצר זה חייב להיות בהתאם להנחיות וחוקי המדינה‬ ‫التخلص...
  • Page 138 SuperServer 1029P-N32R User's Manual Warnung Gefährlich Bewegende Teile. Von den bewegenden Lüfterblätter fern halten. Die Lüfter drehen sich u. U. noch, wenn die Lüfterbaugruppe aus dem Chassis genommen wird. Halten Sie Finger, Schraubendreher und andere Gegenstände von den Öffnungen des Lüftergehäuses entfernt.
  • Page 139 Verbindungskabeln, Stromkabeln und/oder Adapater, die Ihre örtlichen Sicherheitsstandards einhalten. Der Gebrauch von anderen Kabeln und Adapter können Fehlfunktionen oder Feuer verursachen. Die Richtlinien untersagen das Nutzen von UL oder CAS zertifizierten Kabeln (mit UL/CSA gekennzeichnet), an Geräten oder Produkten die nicht mit Supermicro gekennzeichnet sind.
  • Page 140 ‫حجم املوصل والقابس السليم. استخدام أي كابالت ومحوالت أخرى قد يتسبب يف عطل أو حريق. يحظر قانون السالمة لألجهزة الكهربائية واملعدات استخدام الكابالت املعتمدة‬ ‫ من قبل‬UL ‫ أو‬CSA ‫( والتي تحمل عالمة‬UL/CSA) ‫ مع أي معدات أخرى غري املنتجات املعنية واملحددة من قبل‬Supermicro.
  • Page 141 사항을 준수하여 제공되거나 지정된 연결 혹은 구매 케이블, 전원 케이블 및 AC 어댑터를 사용하십시오. 다른 케이블이나 어댑터를 사용하면 오작동이나 화재가 발생할 수 있습니다. 전기 용품 안전법은 UL 또는 CSA 인증 케이블 (코드에 UL / CSA가 표시된 케이블)을 Supermicro 가 지정한 제품 이외의 전기 장치에 사용하는 것을 금지합니다. Stroomkabel en AC-Adapter...

  • Page 142: Appendix C System Specifications

    SuperServer 1029P-N32R User's Manual Appendix C System Specifications Processors Dual Intel 82xx/81xx/62xx/61xx/52xx/51xx/42xx/41xx/31xx series in an Socket P type socket Note: Please refer to the motherboard specifications pages on our website for updates to supported processors. Chipset Intel® C627 chipset BIOS 256 Mb SPI AMI BIOS®...
  • Page 143 Appendix C: System Specifications Regulatory Compliance Electromagnetic Emissions: FCC Class A, EN 55032 Class A, EN 61000-3-2/3-3, CISPR 32 Class A Electromagnetic Immunity: EN 55024/CISPR 24, (EN 61000-4-2, EN 61000-4-3, EN 61000-4-4, EN 61000-4-5, EN 61000-4-6, EN 61000-4-8, EN 61000-4-11), CNS14336-1, CNS13438, GB4943.1-2011, GB9254-2008(Class A) and GB17625.1-2012 Safety: CSA/EN/IEC/UL 60950-1 Compliant, UL or CSA Listed (USA and Canada), CE Marking (Europe) Other: VCCI-CISPR 32 and AS/NZS CISPR 32 Environmental: Directive 2011/65/EU and Delegated Directive (EU) 2015/863 and Directive 2012/19/EU...

  • Page 144: 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 145 USB device or a writable CD/DVD. Notes: 1. If you cannot locate the "Super.ROM" file in your drive disk, visit our website www.supermicro.com to download the BIOS package. Extract the BIOS binary image into a USB flash device and rename it "Super.ROM" for the BIOS recovery use. 2. Before recovering the main BIOS image, confirm that the "Super.ROM"...
  • Page 146 SuperServer 1029P-N32R User's Manual 2. Insert the USB device that contains the new BIOS image ("Super.ROM") into your USB drive and reset the system when the following screen appears. 3. After locating the healthy BIOS binary image, the system will enter the BIOS Recovery menu as shown below.
  • Page 147 Appendix D: UEFI BIOS Recovery 4. When the screen as shown above displays, use the arrow keys to select the item "Proceed with flash update" and press the <Enter> key. You will see the BIOS recovery progress as shown in the screen below. Note: Do not interrupt the BIOS flashing process until it has completed.
  • Page 148 SuperServer 1029P-N32R User's Manual 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.

  • Page 149: Appendix E Cpu-Based Raid For Nvme

    Appendix E CPU-Based RAID for NVMe Appendix E CPU-Based RAID for NVMe Intel Virtual RAID on CPU (Intel VROC) is an enterprise RAID solution for NVMe SSDs ® directly attached to Intel Xeon Scalable processors. Intel Volume Management Device (VMD) is an integrated controller inside the CPU PCI-E root complex.
  • Page 150 SuperServer 1029P-N32R User's Manual Additional Information Additional information is available on the product page for the Supermicro add-on card and the linked manuals. www.supermicro.com/products/accessories/addon/AOC-VROCxxxMOD.cfm E.1 Hardware Key The Intel VROC hardware key is a license key that detects the Intel VROC SKU and activates the function accordingly.
  • Page 151 Appendix E CPU-Based RAID for NVMe E.2 Enabling NVMe RAID RAID for NVMe SSDs must be enabled through the UEFI BIOS. 1. Install the patch as described in the Restrictions and Requirements section on a previous page. 2. Reboot the server. 3.
  • Page 152 SuperServer 1029P-N32R User's Manual 6. Press [F4] to save the configuration and reboot the system. 7. Press [DEL] to enter BIOS. 8. Switch to Advanced > Intel® Virtual RAID on CPU > All Intel VMD Controllers > Create RAID Volume.
  • Page 153 Appendix E CPU-Based RAID for NVMe E.3 Status Indications An LED indicator on the drive carrier shows the RAID status of the drive. Drive Carrier Status LED Indicator Status State (red) Normal function Locating 4 Hz blink Fault Solid on Rebuilding 1 Hz Blink IBPI SFF 8489 Defined Status LED States...

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