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USER'S MANUAL
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  • Page 1 X12STE-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 The Supermicro X12STE-F motherboard supports the Intel® Xeon E-2300 Family processor up to 10 cores. Built with the Intel PCH C256 chipset, the X12STE-F supports 128GB DDR4 ECC and Non-ECC UDIMM memory with speeds of up to 3200MHz, 1Gb dedicated BMC port via BPN, 1G Base-T ports, and a Trusted Platform Module (TPM) header on board.
  • Page 4 Super X12STE-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

    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 ....................17 Onboard Voltage Monitors ....................17 Fan Status Monitor with Firmware Control ...............17 Environmental Temperature Control .................17...
  • Page 6 Super X12STE-F User's Manual DIMM Installation ......................30 DIMM Removal .........................30 2.5 Connectors .........................31 2.6 Jumper Settings .........................36 How Jumpers Work ......................36 2.9 LED Indicators ........................42 Chapter 3 Troubleshooting 3.1 Troubleshooting Procedures ....................43 Before Power On ......................43 No Power ..........................43 No Video ...........................44 System Boot Failure .......................44...
  • Page 7 Appendix A BIOS Codes A.1 BIOS Error POST (Beep) Codes ..................91 A.2 Additional BIOS POST Codes ....................92 Appendix B Software B.1 Microsoft Windows OS Installation ..................93 B.2 Driver Installation ........................95 B.3 SuperDoctor 5 ........................96 ® Appendix C Standardized Warning Statements Appendix D UEFI BIOS Recovery D.1 Overview ..........................99 D.2 Recovering the UEFI BIOS Image ..................99...

  • Page 8: Chapter 1 Introduction

    A secure data deletion tool designed to fully erase all data from storage devices can be found at our website: https://www.supermicro.com/about/policies/disclaimer.cfm?url=/wdl/ utility/Lot9_Secure_Data_Deletion_Utility/ • If you have any questions, contact our support team at: support@supermicro.com This manual may be periodically updated without notice. Check the Supermicro website for possible updates to the manual revision level.
  • Page 9 Chapter 1: Introduction Figure 1-1. X12STE-F Motherboard Images Front View Angle View Side View 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...
  • Page 10 Super X12STE-F User's Manual Figure 1-2. Motherboard Layout (not drawn to scale) JKVM1 USB1/2 MH11 JUSB3P1 MH10 M.2-H PCI-E 4.0 X4/SATA 3.0 KEY-M JBM1 LEDM1 JWD1 JPME2 JBT1 JCPLD1 JPO1 BIOS LICENSE X12STE-F REV:1.00 DESIGNED IN USA JVR1 Note: Components not documented are for internal testing only.

  • Page 11: Quick Reference

    JCPLD1 JPO1 JPO1 BIOS LICENSE DIMMA1 DIMMA2 DIMMB1 DIMMB2 X12STE-F REV:1.00 DESIGNED IN USA JVR1 JVR1 Notes: • Chapter 2 for detailed information on jumpers, I/O ports, and connections. Jumpers and LED indicators not indicated are used for testing only.

  • Page 12: Quick Reference Table

    Super X12STE-F User's Manual Quick Reference Table Jumper Description Default Setting Pins 1-2 Onboard SATA SATA/SAS Select Pins 2-3 AOC SAS JBM1 IPMI Share LAN Enable/Disable Pins 1-2 Open (Enabled) JBT1 CMOS Clear Open (Normal) JPG1 VGA Enable/Disable Pins 1-2 (Enabled)

  • Page 13: Motherboard Features

    Up to 128GB of ECC and Non-ECC UDIMM DDR4 memory with speeds of up to 3200MHz in four memory slots DIMM Size • 4GB, 8GB, 16GB, 32GB at 1.2V Note 1: For the latest CPU/memory updates, please refer to our website at http://www.supermicro.com/products/ motherboard. Chipset • Intel C256 Expansion Slots •...
  • Page 14 Super X12STE-F User's Manual Motherboard Features System Health Monitoring • Onboard voltage monitoring for +12V, +5V, +3.3V, CPU, Memory, VBAT, +3.3V stdby, CPU temperature, PCH temperature, system temperature • 6 CPU switch phase voltage regulator • CPU thermal trip support •...
  • Page 15 Chapter 1: Introduction Figure 1-3. System Block Diagram Note: This is a general block diagram and may not exactly represent the features on your motherboard. See the previous pages for the actual specifications of your moth- erboard.

  • Page 16: Processor And Chipset Overview

    1.2 Processor and Chipset Overview Built upon the functionality and capability of the Intel® Xeon E-2300 Family processor and the Intel C256 chipset, the X12STE-F motherboard provides system performance, power efficiency, and feature sets to address the needs of next-generation computer users.

  • Page 17: System Health Monitoring

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

  • Page 18: Acpi Features

    Windows operating systems. For detailed information regarding OS support, please refer to the Supermicro website. 1.6 Power Supply As with all computer products, a stable power source is necessary for proper and reliable operation.

  • 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 system board, it is important to handle it very carefully. The following measures are generally sufficient to protect your equipment from ESD. Precautions •...

  • Page 20: 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 21 Chapter 2: Installation 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. Holding the CPU by the edges with your thumb and index finger, align the triangle on the CPU with the triangle on the socket.
  • Page 22 Super X12STE-F User's Manual 5. Close the load plate, then gently push down the load lever into its locking position. CPU properly installed Load lever locked into place...

  • Page 23: Installing An Active Cpu Heatsink With Fan

    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. Screw#4 Recommended Supermicro heatsink: SNK-P0047PSR Screw#1...

  • Page 24: Removing The Heatsink

    Super X12STE-F 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 25: Motherboard Installation

    JPME2 JBT1 JCPLD1 JPO1 BIOS LICENSE X12STE-F REV:1.00 DESIGNED IN USA JVR1 Location of Mounting Holes Note: 1) To avoid damaging the motherboard and its components, please do not use a force greater than 8 lbf-in on each mounting screw during motherboard installation.

  • Page 26: Installing The Motherboard

    Super X12STE-F User's Manual Installing the Motherboard 1. Locate the mounting holes on the motherboard and the mounting tray. Refer to the previous page for the mounting holes. 2. Install the standoffs on the mounting tray. Align the mounting holes on the motherboard against the mounting holes on the tray.

  • Page 27: Installing The Motherboard Into The Microblade Chassis

    Chapter 2: Installation 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 in 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 28: Memory Support And Installation

    Important: Exercise extreme care when installing or removing DIMM modules to pre- vent any possible damage. Memory Support The X12STE-F supports up to 128GB of ECC and Non-ECC UDIMM memory with speeds of up to 3200MHz in four memory slots. Refer to the table below for the recommended DIMM population order.

  • Page 29: General Guidelines For Optimizing Memory Performance

    However, to achieve the best memory performance, a balanced memory population is recommended. JKVM1 USB1/2 MH11 JUSB3P1 MH10 M.2-H PCI-E 4.0 X4/SATA 3.0 KEY-M JBM1 LEDM1 JWD1 JPME2 JBT1 JCPLD1 JPO1 BIOS LICENSE DIMMA1 DIMMA2 DIMMB1 DIMMB2 X12STE-F REV:1.00 DESIGNED IN USA JVR1...

  • Page 30: Dimm Installation

    Super X12STE-F User's Manual DIMM Installation JKVM1 USB1/2 MH11 JUSB3P1 MH10 M.2-H PCI-E 4.0 X4/SATA 3.0 KEY-M 1. Insert DIMM modules in the following JBM1 order: DIMMB2, DIMMA2, then DIMMB1, DIMMA1. For the system to work properly, LEDM1 please use memory modules of the same type and speed.

  • Page 31: Connectors

    Pin# Definition +3.3V SPI_CS# RESET# SPI_MISO SPI_CLK SPI_MOSI +3.3V Stby SPI_IRQ# 1. TPM Header JKVM1 USB1/2 MH11 JUSB3P1 MH10 M.2-H PCI-E 4.0 X4/SATA 3.0 KEY-M JBM1 LEDM1 JWD1 JPME2 JBT1 JCPLD1 JPO1 BIOS LICENSE X12STE-F REV:1.00 DESIGNED IN USA JVR1...
  • Page 32 Super X12STE-F User's Manual KVM Connector The JKVM1 connector is an acronym for Keyboard, Video, and Mouse. The connector supports a set of keyboard, monitor, and mouse to control multiple computers. It also provides a VGA connection, COM1, and two USB 2.0 connections (USB1/2).
  • Page 33 Blue: On Unit Identified Ground Ground Button In JKVM1 USB1/2 MH11 JUSB3P1 MH10 M.2-H PCI-E 4.0 X4/SATA 3.0 KEY-M JBM1 1. UID Switch 2. LED Indicator LEDM1 JWD1 JPME2 JBT1 JCPLD1 JPO1 BIOS LICENSE X12STE-F REV:1.00 DESIGNED IN USA JVR1...
  • Page 34 Super X12STE-F User's Manual Power Button Press the button at SW1 to power on the motherboard. This button can also power off the motherboard instantly or in four seconds. The settings for this button can be configured with the Power Button Function feature in the BIOS.
  • Page 35 SATA ports provide serial-link signal connections, which are faster than legacy Parallel ATA. Supermicro SuperDOMs are backward compatible with regular SATA HDDs or SATA DOMs that need external power cables. Set J3 to pins 1-2 to use the SATA port as onboard SATA or pins 2-3 as AOC SAS.

  • Page 36: Jumper Settings

    Super X12STE-F 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 37 Note: Clearing CMOS will also clear all passwords. JKVM1 1. CMOS Clear USB1/2 MH11 JUSB3P1 MH10 M.2-H PCI-E 4.0 X4/SATA 3.0 KEY-M JBT1 contact pads JBM1 LEDM1 JWD1 JPME2 JBT1 JCPLD1 JPO1 BIOS LICENSE X12STE-F REV:1.00 DESIGNED IN USA JVR1...
  • Page 38 Super X12STE-F User's Manual Watchdog Watchdog (JWD1) is a system monitor that can reboot the system when a software application hangs. Close pins 1-2 to reset the system if an application hangs. Close pins 2-3 to generate a non-maskable interrupt (NMI) signal for the application that hangs. Refer to the table below for jumper settings.
  • Page 39 Enabled Pins 2-3 Disabled JKVM1 USB1/2 MH11 JUSB3P1 MH10 M.2-H PCI-E 4.0 X4/SATA 3.0 KEY-M JBM1 1. IPMI Share LAN Enable/Disable LEDM1 2. CPU Throttle When PWR_Fail JWD1 JPME2 JBT1 JCPLD1 JPO1 BIOS LICENSE X12STE-F REV:1.00 DESIGNED IN USA JVR1...
  • Page 40 Super X12STE-F User's Manual Onboard TPM2.0 Enable/Disable Use JPT1 to enable or disable support for the onboard TPM 2.0 module. The default setting is Enabled. TPM Enable/Disable Jumper Settings Jumper Setting Definition Pins 1-2 Enabled (Default) Pins 2-3 Disabled VGA Enable/Disable Use jumper JPG1 to enable or disable the VGA port using the onboard graphics controller.
  • Page 41 Jumper Setting Definition Pins 1-2 Normal (Default) Pins 2-3 Manufacturing Mode JKVM1 1. Manufacturing Mode USB1/2 MH11 MH10 JUSB3P1 M.2-H PCI-E 4.0 X4/SATA 3.0 KEY-M JBM1 LEDM1 JWD1 JPME2 JBT1 JCPLD1 JPO1 BIOS LICENSE X12STE-F REV:1.00 DESIGNED IN USA JVR1...

  • Page 42: Led Indicators

    Super X12STE-F User's Manual 2.9 LED Indicators Onboard Power LED LED2 is the onboard Power LED. When this LED is on, the system is on. Turn off the system and unplug the power cord before removing or installing components. Refer to the table below for more information.

  • Page 43: Chapter 3 Troubleshooting

    Chapter 3: Troubleshooting Chapter 3 Troubleshooting 3.1 Troubleshooting Procedures Use the following procedures to troubleshoot your system. If you have followed all of the procedures below and still need assistance, refer to the ‘Technical Support Procedures’ and/ or ‘Returning Merchandise for Service’ section(s) in this chapter. Always disconnect the AC power cord before adding, changing or installing any non hot-swap hardware components.

  • Page 44: No Video

    Super X12STE-F User's Manual No Video 1. If the power is on, but you have no video, remove all add-on cards and cables. 2. Use the speaker to determine if any beep codes are present. Refer to Appendix A for details on beep codes.

  • Page 45: Losing The System's Setup Configuration

    Chapter 3: Troubleshooting Losing the System's Setup Configuration 1. Make sure that you are using a high-quality power supply. A poor-quality power supply may cause the system to lose the CMOS setup information. Refer to Chapter 2 for details on recommended power supplies. 2.
  • Page 46 Super X12STE-F User's Manual 3. Using the minimum configuration for troubleshooting: Remove all unnecessary components (starting with add-on cards first), and use the minimum configuration (but with the CPU and a memory module installed) to identify the trouble areas. Refer to the steps listed in Section A above for proper troubleshooting procedures.

  • Page 47: Technical Support Procedures

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

  • Page 48: Frequently Asked Questions

    Note: The SPI BIOS chip used on this motherboard cannot be removed. Send your motherboard back to our RMA Department at Supermicro for repair. For BIOS Recovery instructions, please refer to the AMI BIOS Recovery Instructions posted at http://www.

  • Page 49: Battery Removal And Installation

    Chapter 3: Troubleshooting 3.4 Battery Removal and Installation Battery Removal To remove the onboard battery, follow the steps below: 1. Power off your system and unplug your power cable. 2. Locate the onboard battery as shown below. 3. Using a tool such as a pen or a small screwdriver, push the battery lock outwards to unlock it.

  • Page 50: Returning Merchandise For Service

    Super X12STE-F User's Manual 3.5 Returning Merchandise for Service A receipt or copy of your invoice marked with the date of purchase is required before any warranty service will be rendered. You can obtain service by calling your vendor for a Returned Merchandise Authorization (RMA) number.

  • Page 51: Chapter 4 Bios

    Chapter 4: BIOS Chapter 4 BIOS 4.1 Introduction This chapter describes the AMIBIOS™ Setup utility for the motherboard. The BIOS is stored on a chip and can be easily upgraded using a flash program. Note: Due to periodic changes to the BIOS, some settings may have been added or deleted and might not yet be recorded in this manual.

  • Page 52: Main Setup

    Super X12STE-F User's Manual 4.2 Main Setup When you first enter the AMI BIOS setup utility, you enter the Main setup screen. You can always return to the Main setup screen by selecting the Main tab on the top of the screen.

  • Page 53: Advanced

    Chapter 4: BIOS 4.3 Advanced Use the arrow keys to select Boot Setup 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 54 Super X12STE-F User's Manual Wait For "F1" If Error Use this feature to force the system to wait until the F1 key is pressed if an error occurs. The options are Disabled and Enabled. Interrupt 19 Capture Interrupt 19 is the software interrupt that handles the boot disk function. When this feature...
  • Page 55 Chapter 4: BIOS CPU Configuration The following CPU information is displayed: • Type • CPU Singature • Microcode Revision • CPU Speed • L1 Data Cache • L1 Instruction Cache • L2 Cache • L3 Cache • • SMX/TXT CPU Flex Ratio Override Use this feature to enable or disable CPU Flex Ratio Prgoramming.
  • Page 56 Super X12STE-F User's Manual maximize system resources for performance enhancement. The options are Disabled and Enabled. PECI This feature allows to enable/disable PECI (Platform Environment Control Interface). The options are Disabled and Enabled. Use this feature to enable or disable the AVX 2/3 instructions. This is applicable for Big Core only.
  • Page 57 Chapter 4: BIOS  Power & Performance Configuration  CPU - Power Management Control Use this feature to enable or disable processor power management features. Boot Performance Mode This feature allows to select the performance state that the BIOS will set from reset vector. The options are Power Saving, Max Non-Turbo Performance and Turbo Performance.
  • Page 58 Super X12STE-F User's Manual Power Limit 2 Use this feature to enable/disable Platform Power Limit 2 programming. If disabled, it BIOS will program the default values for Platform Power Limit 2. The options are Disabled and Enabled. Power Limit 3 Override Use this feature to enable/disable Power Limit 3 override.
  • Page 59 Chapter 4: BIOS IO MWait Redirection When set, it will map IO_read instructions to IO registers PMG_IO_BASE_ADDRBASE+offset to MWAIT (offset). The options are Disabled and Enabled. Package C-State Limit Use this feature to set the Package C-State limit. The options are C0/C1, C2, C3, C6, C7, C7s, C8, C9, C10, Cpu Default, and Auto.
  • Page 60 Super X12STE-F User's Manual Chipset Configuration Warning: Setting the wrong values in the following features may cause the system to malfunc- tion. System Agent (SA) Configuration • VT-d (supported) Memory Configuration The following memory information will display: • Memory RC Version •...
  • Page 61 Chapter 4: BIOS Retrain on Fast Fail This feature restarts MRC in Cold mode if SW MemTest fails during Fast flow. The options are Disable and Enable. Enable RH Prevention Use this feature to actively prevent row hammer. The options are Disable and Enable. Power Down Mode Use this feature to manage CKE Power Down Mode Control.
  • Page 62 Super X12STE-F User's Manual DMI Configuration DMI Max Link Speed Use this feature to select DMI Max Link Speed. The options are Gen1, Gen2, and Gen3. DMI Gen3 ASPM Control Use this feature to set the Active State Power Management (ASPM) state on the SA (System Agent) side of the DMI Link.
  • Page 63 Chapter 4: BIOS X2APIC Opt Out Use this feature to enable/disable X2APIC_OPT_Out bit. The options are Disable and Enable. DMA Control Guarantee Use this feature to enable/disable DMA_Control_Guarantee bit. The options are Disable and Enable. IGD VTD Enable Use this feature to enable/disable IGD VTD. The options are Enable and Disable. IOP VTD Enable Use this feature to enable/disable IOP VTD.
  • Page 64 Super X12STE-F User's Manual L1 Substrates Use this feature to configure the L1 substates . The options are Disabled, L1.1, and L1.1 & L1.2. PCIe Speed Use this feature to select the PCIe speed. The options are Auo, Gen1, Gen2, Gen3, and Gen4.
  • Page 65 Chapter 4: BIOS Super IO Configuration  The following Super IO information is displayed: • Super IO Chip AST2600 Serial Port 1 Configuration This submenu allows you to configure the settings of Serial Port 1. Serial Port Select Enabled to enable the selected onboard serial port. The options are Disabled and Enabled.
  • Page 66 Super X12STE-F User's Manual Bits Per Second Use this feature to set the transmission speed for a serial port used in Console Redirection. Make sure that the same speed is used in the host computer and the client computer. A lower transmission speed may be required for long and busy lines.
  • Page 67 Chapter 4: BIOS Console Redirection Select Enabled to use the SOL port for Console Redirection. The options are Disabled and Enabled. *If the feature above is set to Enabled, the following features are available for configuration: SOL Console Redirection Settings Use this feature to specify how the host computer exchanges data with the client computer, which is the remote computer used by the user.
  • Page 68 Super X12STE-F User's Manual Flow Control Use this feature to set the flow control for Console Redirection to prevent data loss caused by buffer overflow. Send a "Stop" signal to stop sending data when the receiving buffer is full. Send a "Start" signal to start sending data when the receiving buffer is empty. The options are None and Hardware RTS/CTS.
  • Page 69 Chapter 4: BIOS The feature allows the user to configure Console Redirection settings to support Out-of- Band Serial Port management. Console Redirection EMS (Emergency Management Services) Select Enabled to use a COM port selected by you for EMS Console Redirection. The options are Enabled and Disabled.
  • Page 70 Super X12STE-F User's Manual SATA And RSTe Configuration  SATA Controller(s) This feature enables or disables the onboard SATA controller supported by the Intel PCH chip. The options are Enabled and Disabled. SATA Mode Selection Use this item to select the mode for the installed SATA drives. The options are AHCI and RAID.
  • Page 71 Chapter 4: BIOS PCH-FW Configuration  The following firmware information is displayed: • General ME Configuration • Oper. Firmware Version • Backup Firmware Version • Recovery Firmware Version • ME Firmware Status #1 • ME Firmware Status #2 • Current State •...
  • Page 72 Super X12STE-F User's Manual USB Configuration • USB Configuration • USB Module Version • USB Controllers • USB Devices Legacy USB Support This feature enables support for USB 2.0 and older. The options are Enabled, Disabled, and Auto. XHCI Hand-off This is a work-around solution for operating systems that do not support Extensible Host Controller Interface (XHCI) hand-off.
  • Page 73 Chapter 4: BIOS PCIe/PCI/PnP Configuration Option ROM Execution Onboard Video Option ROM Use this item to select the onboard video firmware type. The options are Disabled and EFI. Above 4GB MMIO BIOS Assignment (Available if the system supports 64-bit PCI decoding) Select Enabled to decode a PCI device that supports 64-bit in the space above 4G Address.
  • Page 74 Super X12STE-F User's Manual Network Configuration Network Stack Select Enabled to enable Preboot Execution Environment (PXE) or Unified Extensible Firmware Interface (UEFI) for network stack support. The options are Disabled and Enabled. IPv4 PXE Support Select Enabled to enable IPv4 PXE boot support. The options are Disabled and Enabled.
  • Page 75 Chapter 4: BIOS *If the feature above is set to Enable, "SHA-1 PCR Bank" and "SHA256 PCR Bank" are available for configuration: SHA-1 PCR Bank Use this feature to disable or enable the SHA-1 Platform Configuration Register (PCR) bank for the installed TPM device. The options are Disabled and Enabled. SHA256 PCR Bank Use this feature to disable or enable the SHA256 Platform Configuration Register (PCR) bank for the installed TPM device.
  • Page 76 Super X12STE-F User's Manual 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. Use this feature to enable or disable TXT Support. The options are Disabled and Enabled.
  • Page 77 Chapter 4: BIOS Tls Auth Configuration  This submenu allows you to configure Transport Layer Security (TLS) settings. Server CA Configuration Enroll Certification Enroll Certification Using File Use this feature to enroll certification from a file. Cert GUID Use this feature to input the certification GUID. Commit Changes and Exit Use this feature to save all changes and exit TLS settings.

  • Page 78: Event Logs

    Super X12STE-F User's Manual 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.
  • Page 79 Chapter 4: BIOS SMBIOS Event Log Standard Settings Log System Boot Event This option toggles the System Boot Event logging to enabled or disabled. The options are Disabled and Enabled. MECI The Multiple Event Count Increment (MECI) counter counts the number of occurences that a duplicate event must happen before the MECI counter is incremented.

  • Page 80: Ipmi

    Super X12STE-F User's Manual 4.5 IPMI Use this menu to configure Intelligent Platform Management Interface (IPMI) settings. IPMI Firmware Revision This feature displays the IPMI firmware revision used in your system. IPMI Status This feature displays the status of the IPMI firmware installed in your system.
  • Page 81 Chapter 4: BIOS Note: After making changes on a setting, reboot the system for the changes to take effect. BMC Network Configuration  --BMC Network Configuration-- Update IPMI LAN Configuration Select Yes for the BIOS to implement all IP/MAC address changes upon next system boot. The options are No and Yes.
  • Page 82 Super X12STE-F User's Manual Configuration Address Source Use this feature to select the IP address source for this computer. If Static is selected, you will need to know the IP address of this computer and enter it to the system manually in the field.

  • Page 83: Security

    Chapter 4: BIOS 4.6 Security Use this menu configure the following security settings for the system. Administrator Password Press Enter to create a new, or change an existing, Administrator password. 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.
  • Page 84 Super X12STE-F User's Manual Secure Boot  This section displays the contents of the following secure boot features: • System Mode • Secure Boot Secure Boot Use this feature to enable secure boot. The options are Disabled and Enabled. Secure Boot Mode Use this feature to configure Secure Boot variables without authentication.
  • Page 85 Chapter 4: BIOS  Export Secure Boot Variables This feature allows you to copy NVRAM content of Secure boot variables to files in a root folder on a file system device.  Enroll Efi Image This feature allows the image to run in Secure Boot Mode. Enroll SHA256 Hash Cer- tificate of the image into the Authorized Signature Database.
  • Page 86 Super X12STE-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. Forbidden Signatures  Update Select Yes to load the DBX from the manufacturer's defaults. Select No to load the DBX from a file.

  • Page 87: Boot

    Chapter 4: BIOS 4.7 Boot Use this submenu to configure Boot Settings: Boot Configuration Setup Prompt Timeout Use this feature to select the number of seconds to wait for the setup activation key. The default is 1. Boot Mode Select Use this feature to select the type of device that the system is going to boot from.
  • Page 88 Super X12STE-F User's Manual • Boot Option #3 • Boot Option #4 • Boot Option #5 • Boot Option #6 • Boot Option #7 • Boot Option #8 • Boot Option #9 Delete Boot Option This feature allows you to select a boot device to delete from the boot priority list.

  • Page 89: Save & Exit

    Chapter 4: BIOS 4.8 Save & Exit Select the Save & Exit tab from the BIOS setup utility screen to enter the Exit BIOS Setup screen. 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 90 Super X12STE-F User's Manual Default Options Restore Optimized Defaults To set this feature, select Restore Optimized Defaults from the Save & Exit menu and press <Enter>. These are factory settings designed for maximum system stability, but not for maximum performance.

  • Page 91: Appendix A Bios Codes

    Appendix A: BIOS Codes 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 92: Additional Bios Post Codes

    When BIOS performs the Power On Self Test, it writes checkpoint codes to I/O port 0080h. If the computer cannot complete the boot process, a diagnostic card can be attached to the computer to read I/O port 0080h (Supermicro p/n AOC-LPC80-20). For information on AMI updates, please refer to http://www.ami.com/products/.

  • Page 93: Appendix B Software

    1. Create a method to access the MS Windows installation ISO file. That might be a DVD, perhaps using an external USB/SATA DVD drive or a USB flash drive. 2. Retrieve the proper RST/RSTe driver. Go to the Supermicro web page for your motherboard and click on "Download the Latest Drivers and Utilities", select the proper driver, and copy it to a USB flash drive.
  • Page 94 Super X12STE-F User's Manual 4. During Windows Setup, continue to the dialog where you select the drives on which to install Windows. If the disk you want to use is not listed, click on “Load driver” link at the bottom left corner.

  • Page 95: Driver Installation

    Appendix B: Software B.2 Driver Installation The Supermicro website that contains drivers and utilities for your system is at https://www. supermicro.com/wdl/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.

  • Page 96: Superdoctor ® 5

    B.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 97: 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 98 Super X12STE-F User's Manual 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 99 Appendix C: Standardized Warning Statements 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 100: 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 101 Super X12STE-F User's Manual D.3 Recovering the 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/RW device can be used for this purpose.
  • Page 102 Appendix D: UEFI BIOS Recovery Note 2: Before recovering the main BIOS image, confirm that the "Super.ROM" bi- nary image file you download is the same version or a close version meant for your motherboard. 2. Insert the USB device that contains the new BIOS image ("Super.ROM") into your USB port and reset the system until the following screen appears: 3.
  • Page 103 Super X12STE-F User's Manual 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 104 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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