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USER'S MANUAL
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  • Page 1 X13SEM-F/-TF 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 X13SEM-F/-TF supports a 4th Generation Intel® Xeon Scalable Processor with up to 60 cores and a TDP of 350W. Built with the Intel C741 chipset, the X13SEM-F/-TF supports 2048GB of ECC RDIMM, RDIMM 3DS, and 9x4 RDIMM DDR5 memory with speeds of up to 4800MT/s, SATA 3.0 ports, M.2 M-Key PCIe 4.0 x2 in the 22110 and 2280 form...
  • Page 4 Super X13SEM-F/-TF 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) Sales-USA@supermicro.com (Sales Inquiries) Government_Sales-USA@supermicro.com (Gov. Sales Inquiries) Support@supermicro.com (Technical Support) RMA@supermicro.com...

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Preface Table of Contents Chapter 1 Introduction 1.1 Checklist ..........................8 Quick Reference .......................12 Quick Reference Table ......................13 Motherboard Features .......................15 1.2 Processor and Chipset Overview ..................19 1.3 Special Features ........................19 Recovery from AC Power Loss ..................19 1.4 System Health Monitoring ....................19 Onboard Voltage Monitors ....................19 Fan Status Monitor with Firmware Control ...............20 Environmental Temperature Control .................20...
  • Page 6 Super X13SEM-F/-TF User's Manual 2.3 Motherboard Installation .....................31 Tools Needed ........................31 Location of Mounting Holes ....................31 Installing the Motherboard....................32 2.4 Memory Support and Installation ..................33 Memory Support ........................33 General Guidelines for Optimizing Memory Performance ..........34 DIMM Installation ......................35 DIMM Removal .........................35 2.5 Rear I/O Ports ........................36...
  • Page 7 Preface Chapter 4 UEFI BIOS 4.1 Introduction .........................68 4.2 Main Setup .........................69 4.3 Advanced Setup Configurations ..................71 4.4 Event Logs ........................111 4.5 BMC ..........................113 4.6 Security ..........................117 4.7 Boot ..........................121 4.8 Save & Exit ........................123 Appendix A Software Appendix B Standardized Warning Statements...

  • Page 8: Checklist

    Introduction Congratulations on purchasing your computer motherboard from an industry leader. Supermicro motherboards are designed to provide you with the highest standards in quality and performance. In addition to the motherboard, several important parts that are included in the retail box are listed below.
  • Page 9 Chapter 1: Introduction Figure 1-1. X13SEM-F Motherboard Image Note: All graphics shown in this manual were based upon the latest PCB revision available at the time of publication of the manual. The motherboard you received may or may not look exactly the same as the graphics shown in this manual.
  • Page 10 Super X13SEM-F/-TF User's Manual Figure 1-2. X13SEM-TF 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 11 Chapter 1: Introduction Figure 1-3. X13SEM-F Motherboard Layout (not drawn to scale) COM1 J10G_PWR1 JPG1 USB6/7 (3.2 Gen 1) JPL1 AST 2600 LAN2 LAN1 IPMI_LAN USB0/1 (2.0) JPTG1 JPCIe6 JNCSI1 JPCIe7 LED4 JSPD1 MAC CODE X13SEM-F M.2_MH1 REV:1.01 IPMI CODE JTPM1 M.2_MH2...

  • Page 12: Quick Reference

    Super X13SEM-F/-TF User's Manual Quick Reference J10G_PWR LED2 JUIDB1 JPG1 USB6/7 IPMI_LAN M.2_MH1 LAN2 LAN1 USB0/1 JPTG1 LED1 COM1 FAN4 COM1 J10G_PWR1 JPG1 USB6/7 (3.2 Gen 1) JPL1 JPL1 AST 2600 LAN2 LAN1 IPMI_LAN USB0/1 (2.0) JPTG1 JSPD1 JSTBY1 JPCIe6...

  • Page 13: Quick Reference Table

    SATA/PCIe Flex I/O for CN1 Pins 1-2 (SATA) JPG1 VGA Enable/Disable Pins 1-2 (Enabled) LAN1 and LAN2 Enable/Disable (I350, JPL1 Pins 1-2 (Enabled) X13SEM-F only) JPME1 ME Recovery Mode Pins 1-2 (Normal) LAN1 and LAN2 Enable/Disable (X550, JPTG1 Pins 1-2 (Enabled) X13SEM-TF only)
  • Page 14 Description JTPM1 Trusted Platform Module/Port 80 Connector JUIDB1 Unit Identifier Switch LAN1, LAN2 1GbE (X13SEM-F) or 10GbE (X13SEM-TF) LAN Ports USB0/1 Back Panel USB 2.0 Ports USB2/3, USB4/5 Front Accessible USB 2.0 Headers USB6/7 Back Panel USB 3.2 Gen 1 Ports USB8 Front Accessible USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A Header...

  • Page 15: Motherboard Features

    Up to 2048GB of ECC RDIMM, RDIMM 3DS, and 9x4 RDIMM DDR5 memory with speeds of up to 4800MT/s in eight memory slots DIMM Size • Up to 256GB at 1.1V Note: For the latest CPU/memory updates, refer to our website at http://www.supermicro.com/products/motherboard. Chipset • Intel C741 Expansion Slots •...
  • Page 16 Super X13SEM-F/-TF User's Manual Motherboard Features Peripheral Devices • Two rear accessible USB 2.0 ports (USB0/1) • Four front accessible USB 2.0 headers (USB2/3, USB4/5) • Two rear accessible USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports (USB6/7) • Two front accessible USB 3.2 Gen 1 headers (USB9/10) •...
  • Page 17 Note 2: For IPMI configuration instructions, please refer to the Embedded IPMI Con- figuration User's Guide available at http://www.supermicro.com/support/manuals/. Note 3: If you purchase a Supermicro Out of Band (OOB) software license key (Supermicro P/N: SFT-OOB-LIC), please do not change the IPMI MAC address. Once you change the IPMI MAC address, the license will be invalid.
  • Page 18 Super X13SEM-F/-TF User's Manual Figure 1-3. System Block Diagram PCIe x16-Gen5 JPCIe4 PE1[0-15] REVERSAL Rear I/O Intel RJ45 PCIe x16-Gen5 PCIe x4-Gen3 JPCIe6 PE2[0-15] PE0[0-3] 10G*2 X550-AT2 PCIe x8 Gen5 JPCIe7 PE0[8-15] REVERSAL Rear I/O PCIe x16-Gen5 Intel PE3[0-15] RJ45...

  • Page 19: Processor And Chipset Overview

    1.2 Processor and Chipset Overview Built upon the functionality and capability of the 4th Generation Intel Xeon Scalable Processor and the Intel C741 chipset, the X13SEM-F/-TF motherboard provides system performance, power efficiency, and feature sets to address the needs of next-generation computer users.

  • Page 20: Fan Status Monitor With Firmware Control

    Super X13SEM-F/-TF User's Manual Fan Status Monitor with Firmware Control The system health monitor embedded in the BMC chip can check the RPM status of the cooling fans. The CPU and chassis fans are controlled via lPMI. 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 21: Power Supply

    It is even more important for processors that have high CPU clock rates where noisy power transmission is present. The X13SEM-F/-TF motherboard accommodates a 24-pin ATX power supply. Although most power supplies generally meet the specifications required by the CPU, some are inadequate.

  • Page 22: Chapter 2 Installation

    Super X13SEM-F/-TF User's Manual 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.

  • Page 23: 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 illustration purposes only. Your components may look different.

  • Page 24: Overview Of The Processor Carrier Assembly

    Super X13SEM-F/-TF User's Manual Overview of the Processor Carrier Assembly The processor carrier assembly contains the Intel Xeon processor and a processor carrier. 1. Intel Xeon Processor 2. Processor Carrier Overview of the CPU Socket The CPU socket is protected by a plastic protective cover.

  • Page 25: Overview Of The Processor Heatsink Module

    Chapter 2: Installation Overview of the Processor Heatsink Module The Processor Heatsink Module (PHM) contains a heatsink, a processor carrier, and the Intel Xeon processor. 1. Heatsink with Thermal Grease 2. Processor Carrier 3. Intel Xeon Processor Processor Heatsink Module (PHM) Bottom View...

  • Page 26: Creating The Processor Carrier Assembly

    Super X13SEM-F/-TF User's Manual Creating the Processor Carrier Assembly To install a processor into the processor carrier, follow the steps below: 1. Before installation, make sure the lever on the processor carrier is pressed down as shown below. 2. 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 27: Assembling The Processor Heatsink Module

    Chapter 2: Installation Assembling the Processor Processor Carrier Assembly Heatsink Module (Upside Down) After creating the processor carrier assembly Triangle on the CPU for the 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 airflow direction.

  • Page 28: Preparing The Cpu Socket For Installation

    Super X13SEM-F/-TF User's Manual 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 29: Installing The Processor Heatsink Module

    Chapter 2: Installation Installing the Processor Heatsink Module After assembling the Processor Heatsink Module (PHM), install it onto the CPU socket: 1. Align pin 1 of the PHM with the printed triangle on the CPU socket. See the left image below.

  • Page 30: Removing The Processor Heatsink Module

    Super X13SEM-F/-TF User's Manual Removing the Processor Heatsink Module Before removing the processor heatsink module (PHM) from the motherboard, shut down the system and then unplug the AC power cord from all power supplies. Then follow the steps below: 1. Use a T30 Torx-bit screwdriver to loosen the four screws.

  • Page 31: Motherboard Installation

    USB6/7 (3.2 Gen 1) JPL1 AST 2600 LAN2 LAN1 IPMI_LAN USB0/1 (2.0) JPTG1 JPCIe6 JNCSI1 JPCIe7 LED4 JSPD1 MAC CODE X13SEM-F M.2_MH1 REV:1.01 IPMI CODE JTPM1 M.2_MH2 JOH1 JIPMB1 JPCIe4 USB2/3 (2.0) USB4/5 (2.0) M.2_MH4 USB8 (3.2 Gen 1 Type A) JRK1...

  • Page 32: Installing The Motherboard

    Super X13SEM-F/-TF User's Manual Installing the Motherboard 1. Install the I/O shield into the back of the chassis, if applicable. 2. Locate the mounting holes on the motherboard. See the previous page for the location. 3. Locate the matching mounting holes on the chassis. Align the mounting holes on the motherboard against the mounting holes on the chassis.

  • Page 33: Memory Support And Installation

    Memory Support The X13SEM-F/-TF motherboard supports up to 2048GB of ECC RDIMM, RDIMM 3DS, and 9x4 RDIMM DDR5 memory with speeds of up to 4800MT/s. The motherboard also has eight channels and eight memory slots that each contain 64GB of memory. Refer to the table below for the recommended DIMM population order.

  • Page 34: General Guidelines For Optimizing Memory Performance

    Super X13SEM-F/-TF User's Manual General Guidelines for Optimizing Memory Performance • It is recommended to use DDR5 memory of the same type, size, and speed. • Mixed DIMM speeds can be installed. However, all DIMMs will run at the speed of the slowest DIMM.

  • Page 35: Dimm Installation

    USB0/1 (2.0) into the memory slots based on the JPTG1 JPCIe6 JNCSI1 JPCIe7 LED4 JSPD1 MAC CODE X13SEM-F M.2_MH1 Recommended Memory Population Guide REV:1.01 IPMI CODE JTPM1 tables on page 33. M.2_MH2 JOH1 2. Push the release tabs outwards on both ends of the DIMM slot to unlock it.

  • Page 36: Rear I/O Ports

    Super X13SEM-F/-TF User's Manual 2.5 Rear I/O Ports See Figure 2-1 below for the locations and descriptions of the various I/O ports on the rear of the motherboard. COM1 J10G_PWR1 JPG1 USB6/7 (3.2 Gen 1) JPL1 AST 2600 LAN2 LAN1 IPMI_LAN USB0/1 (2.0)
  • Page 37 Ground LAN Ports The motherboard has two 1GbE LAN ports (X13SEM-F) or two 10GbE LAN ports (X13SEM-TF) located on the I/O back panel. The two 1GbE and 10GbE LAN ports accept RJ45 cables. In addition to the LAN ports, there is one dedicated IPMI LAN port. Refer to the LED Indicator section for LAN LED information.
  • Page 38 Super X13SEM-F/-TF User's Manual Unit Identifier Switch (UID-SW): One button with two functions A Unit Identifier (UID) switch and two LED Indicators are located on the motherboard. The UID switch is located next to the VGA port on the back panel.
  • Page 39 AST 2600 LAN2 LAN1 IPMI_LAN VBUS SSRX- USB0/1 (2.0) JPTG1 JPCIe6 JNCSI1 JPCIe7 LED4 USB_N SSRX+ JSPD1 MAC CODE X13SEM-F M.2_MH1 REV:1.01 IPMI CODE USB_P JTPM1 M.2_MH2 Ground SSTX- JOH1 SSTX+ 1. USB0/1 JIPMB1 2. USB2/3 JPCIe4 USB2/3 (2.0) USB4/5 (2.0) 3.
  • Page 40 Super X13SEM-F/-TF User's Manual VGA Port A video (VGA) port is located on the I/O back panel. Refer to the board layout below for the location. 1. VGA Port COM1 J10G_PWR1 JPG1 USB6/7 (3.2 Gen 1) JPL1 AST 2600 LAN2...

  • Page 41: 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 a Supermicro chassis. See the figure below for the descriptions of the front control panel buttons and LED indicators.
  • Page 42 Super X13SEM-F/-TF 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).
  • Page 43 Chapter 2: Installation Power Fail The Power Fail LED connection is located at pins 5 and 6. Refer to the table below for pin definitions. Power Fail LED Pin Definitions (JF1) Pin# Definition 3.3V Power Fail LED Overheat (OH)/Fan Fail Connect an LED cable to pins 7 and 8 of the Front Control Panel to use the Overheat/Fan Fail LED connections.
  • Page 44 Super X13SEM-F/-TF User's Manual NIC1/NIC2 (LAN1/LAN2) The NIC (Network Interface Controller) LED connection for LAN port 1 is located on pins 11 and 12 of JF1, and LAN port 2 is on pins 9 and 10. Attach the NIC LED cables here to display network activity.
  • Page 45 Chapter 2: Installation Power LED The Power LED connection is located on pins 15 and 16 of JF1. Refer to the table below for pin definitions. Power LED Pin Definitions (JF1) Pins Definition +3.3V Stby PWR LED NMI Button The non-maskable interrupt button header is located on pins 19 and 20 of JF1. Refer to the table below for pin definitions.

  • Page 46: Connectors

    Super X13SEM-F/-TF User's Manual 2.7 Connectors Power Connections Power Connectors JPWR1 is the 24-pin power connector for ATX power source. JPWR2 and JPWR3 are the 12V DC power connectors that provide power to the CPU in conjunction with JPWR1 or they can be used as the sole 12V DC only power inputs when JPWR1 is not in use.

  • Page 47: Headers

    3. JSD2 JPL1 AST 2600 LAN2 LAN1 IPMI_LAN USB0/1 (2.0) JPTG1 JPCIe6 JNCSI1 JPCIe7 LED4 JSPD1 MAC CODE X13SEM-F M.2_MH1 REV:1.01 IPMI CODE JTPM1 M.2_MH2 JOH1 JIPMB1 JPCIe4 USB2/3 (2.0) USB4/5 (2.0) M.2_MH4 USB8 (3.2 Gen 1 Type A) JRK1...
  • Page 48 Super X13SEM-F/-TF User's Manual 4-pin External BMC I C Header A System Management Bus header for IPMI 2.0 is located at JIPMB1. Connect a cable to this header to use the IPMB I C connection on your system. Refer to the table below for pin definitions.
  • Page 49 USB6/7 (3.2 Gen 1) JPL1 AST 2600 LAN2 LAN1 IPMI_LAN USB0/1 (2.0) JPTG1 JPCIe6 JNCSI1 JPCIe7 LED4 JSPD1 MAC CODE X13SEM-F M.2_MH1 REV:1.01 IPMI CODE JTPM1 M.2_MH2 JOH1 JIPMB1 JPCIe4 USB2/3 (2.0) USB4/5 (2.0) M.2_MH4 USB8 (3.2 Gen 1 Type A) JRK1...
  • Page 50 Controller (BMC) and a Network Interface Controller (NIC). For the network sideband interface to work properly, you will need to use a NIC add-on card that supports NC-SI and must use a special cable. Please purchase a cable for this header at supermicro.com. Refer to the table below for pin definitions.
  • Page 51 JPL1 AST 2600 LAN2 LAN1 IPMI_LAN USB0/1 (2.0) JPTG1 3. CN5 JPCIe6 JNCSI1 JPCIe7 LED4 JSPD1 MAC CODE X13SEM-F M.2_MH1 REV:1.01 4. CN6 IPMI CODE JTPM1 M.2_MH2 5. Power SMB I²C Header JOH1 JIPMB1 JPCIe4 USB2/3 (2.0) USB4/5 (2.0) M.2_MH4 USB8 (3.2 Gen 1 Type A)
  • Page 52 This motherboard has two SATA 3.0 ports (I-SATA1, I-SATA2). I-SATA1 and I-SATA2 can be used with Supermicro's SuperDOM 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 53 USB6/7 (3.2 Gen 1) JPL1 AST 2600 LAN2 LAN1 IPMI_LAN USB0/1 (2.0) JPTG1 JPCIe6 JNCSI1 JPCIe7 LED4 JSPD1 MAC CODE X13SEM-F M.2_MH1 REV:1.01 IPMI CODE JTPM1 M.2_MH2 JOH1 JIPMB1 JPCIe4 USB2/3 (2.0) USB4/5 (2.0) M.2_MH4 USB8 (3.2 Gen 1 Type A) JRK1...
  • Page 54 Super X13SEM-F/-TF User's Manual TPM/Port 80 Header A Trusted Platform Module (TPM)/Port 80 header is located at JTPM1 to provide TPM support and Port 80 connection. Use this header to enhance system performance and data security. Refer to the table below for pin definitions. Visit to the following link for more information on the TPM: http://www.supermicro.com/manuals/other/TPM.pdf.

  • Page 55: Jumper Settings

    Chapter 2: Installation 2.8 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 56 Super X13SEM-F/-TF User's Manual 1GbE LAN Port Enable/Disable Use JPL1 to enable or disable LAN1 and LAN2 (I350, X13SEM-F only). The default setting is Enabled. LAN Port Enable/Disable Jumper Settings Jumper Setting Definition Pins 1-2 Enabled (Default) Pins 2-3 Disabled...
  • Page 57 USB6/7 (3.2 Gen 1) JPL1 AST 2600 LAN2 LAN1 IPMI_LAN USB0/1 (2.0) JPTG1 JPCIe6 JNCSI1 JPCIe7 LED4 JSPD1 MAC CODE X13SEM-F M.2_MH1 REV:1.01 IPMI CODE JTPM1 M.2_MH2 JOH1 JIPMB1 JPCIe4 USB2/3 (2.0) USB4/5 (2.0) M.2_MH4 USB8 (3.2 Gen 1 Type A) JRK1...
  • Page 58 Super X13SEM-F/-TF User's Manual VGA Enable/Disable JPG1 allows you to enable or disable the VGA port using the onboard graphics controller. VGA Enable/Disable Jumper Settings Jumper Setting Definition Pins 1-2 Enabled Pins 2-3 Disabled Watch Dog JWD1 controls the Watch Dog function. Watch Dog is a monitor that can reboot the system when a software application hangs.

  • Page 59: Led Indicators

    USB6/7 (3.2 Gen 1) JPL1 AST 2600 LAN2 LAN1 IPMI_LAN USB0/1 (2.0) JPTG1 JPCIe6 JNCSI1 JPCIe7 LED4 JSPD1 MAC CODE X13SEM-F M.2_MH1 REV:1.01 IPMI CODE JTPM1 M.2_MH2 JOH1 JIPMB1 JPCIe4 USB2/3 (2.0) USB4/5 (2.0) M.2_MH4 USB8 (3.2 Gen 1 Type A) JRK1...

  • Page 60: Chapter 3 Troubleshooting

    Super X13SEM-F/-TF User's Manual Chapter 3 Troubleshooting 3.1 Troubleshooting Procedures Use the following procedures to troubleshoot your system. If you have followed all of the procedures below and still need assistance, refer to the ‘Technical Support Procedures’ and/ or ‘Returning Merchandise for Service’ section(s) in this chapter. Always disconnect the AC power cord before adding, changing or installing any non hot-swap hardware components.

  • Page 61: System Boot Failure

    Chapter 3: Troubleshooting System Boot Failure If the system does not display Power-On-Self-Test (POST) or does not respond after the power is turned on, do the following: 1. Check the screen for an error message. 2. Clear the CMOS settings by unplugging the power cord and contacting both pads on the CMOS clear jumper (JBT1).

  • Page 62: When The System Becomes Unstable

    Super X13SEM-F/-TF User's Manual When the System Becomes Unstable A. If the system becomes unstable during or after OS installation, check the following: 1. CPU/BIOS support: Make sure that your CPU is supported and that you have the latest BIOS installed in your system.
  • Page 63 Chapter 3: Troubleshooting 6. To find out if a component is good, swap this component with a new one to see if the system will work properly. If so, then the old component is bad. You can also install the component in question in another system.

  • Page 64: Technical Support Procedures

    Before contacting Technical Support, please take the following steps. Also, 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 65: Frequently Asked Questions

    Updated BIOS files are located on our website at http://www. supermicro.com/ResourceApps/BIOS_IPMI_Intel.html. Check our BIOS warning message and the information on how to update your BIOS on our website. Select your motherboard model and download the BIOS file to your computer. Also, check the current BIOS revision to make sure that it is newer than your BIOS before downloading.

  • Page 66: Battery Removal And Installation

    Super X13SEM-F/-TF User's Manual 3.4 Battery Removal and Installation Battery Removal To remove the onboard battery, follow the steps below: 1. Power off your system and unplug your power cable. 2. 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 67: Returning Merchandise For Service

    For faster service, you can also request a RMA authorization online (http://www.supermicro. com/RmaForm/). This warranty only covers normal consumer use and does not cover damages incurred in shipping or from failure due to the alternation, misuse, abuse or improper maintenance of products.

  • Page 68: Chapter 4 Uefi Bios

    Super X13SEM-F/-TF User's Manual Chapter 4 UEFI BIOS 4.1 Introduction This chapter describes the AMIBIOS™ Setup utility for the motherboard. The BIOS is stored on a chip and can be easily upgraded using the BMC WebUI or the SUM utility.

  • Page 69: Main Setup

    Note: The time is in the 24-hour format. For example, 5:30 P.M. appears as 17:30:00. The date's default value is the BIOS build date after RTC reset. Supermicro X13SEM BIOS Version This feature displays the version of the BIOS ROM used in the system.
  • Page 70 Super X13SEM-F/-TF User's Manual CPLD Version This feature displays the version of the Complex Programmable Logic Device (CPLD) used in the system. Memory Information Total Memory This feature displays the total size of memory available in the system.

  • Page 71: Advanced Setup Configurations

    Chapter 4: UEFI BIOS 4.3 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, an improper DRAM frequency, or a wrong BIOS timing setting may cause the system to malfunction. When this occurs, restore the setting to the manufacturer default setting.
  • Page 72 Super X13SEM-F/-TF User's Manual Bootup NumLock State Use this feature to set the Power-on state for the <Numlock> key. The options are On and Off. Wait For "F1" If Error Select Enabled to force the system to wait until the <F1> key is pressed if an error occurs.
  • Page 73 Chapter 4: UEFI BIOS Restore on AC Power Loss Use this feature to set the power state after a power outage. Select Stay Off for the system power to remain off after a power loss. Select Power On for the system power to be turned on after a power loss.
  • Page 74 Super X13SEM-F/-TF User's Manual Advanced Power Management Configuration Power Technology Select Energy Efficient to support power-saving mode. Select Custom to customize system power settings. Select Disabled to disable power-saving settings. The options are Disable, Energy Efficient, and Custom. Power Performance Tuning Select BIOS to allow the system BIOS to configure the Power-Performance Tuning Bias setting.
  • Page 75 Chapter 4: UEFI BIOS EIST PSD Function (Available when "SpeedStep (P-States)" is set to Enable) This feature reduces the latency that occurs when one P-state changes to another, thus allowing the transitions to occur more frequently. This feature allows for more demand- based P-state switching based on real-time energy needs of applications and optimize the power-to-performance balance for energy efficiency.
  • Page 76 Super X13SEM-F/-TF User's Manual Enhanced Halt State (C1E) Select Enable to enable "Enhanced Halt State" support. This feature will significantly reduce the CPU's power consumption by minimizing CPU's clock cycles and reduce voltage during a "Halt State." The options are Disable and Enable.
  • Page 77 Chapter 4: UEFI BIOS DCU IP Prefetcher This feature allows the system to use the sequential load history, which is based on the instruction pointer of previous loads, to determine whether the system will prefetch additional lines. The options are Enable and Disable. LLC Prefetch If this feature is set to Enable, LLC (hardware cache) prefetching on all threads will be supported.
  • Page 78 Super X13SEM-F/-TF User's Manual ---------------------------------------------------------------- TME, TME-MT, TDX ---------------------------------------------------------------- Memory Encryption (TME) Select Enabled for total memory encryption support to enhance memory data security. The options are Disabled and Enabled. Total Memory Encryption (TME) Bypass (Available when "Memory Encryption (TME)"...
  • Page 79 Chapter 4: UEFI BIOS Chipset Configuration  Warning: Setting wrong values in below sections may cause system to malfunction. North Bridge This feature allows you to configure the following North Bridge settings. Uncore Configuration  The following information is displayed. •...
  • Page 80 Super X13SEM-F/-TF User's Manual Link L1 Enable Select Enable for the BIOS to activate Link L1 support. Link L1 powers down the UPI links to save power when the system is idle. This feature is available for the system that uses Intel processors with UPI technology support.
  • Page 81 Chapter 4: UEFI BIOS Stale AtoS The in-memory directory has three states: I, A, and S states. The I (-invalid) state indi- cates that the data is clean and does not exist in the cache of any other sockets. The A (-snoop All) state indicates that the data may exist in another socket in an exclusive or modified state.
  • Page 82 Super X13SEM-F/-TF User's Manual Legacy ADR Mode Use this feature to support the Legacy ADR mode to enhance memory performance. The options are Disable, Enable, and Auto. DDR 2x Refresh Enable Select Enable for memory 2X refresh support to enhance memory performance. The options are Disable, Enable, and Auto.
  • Page 83 Chapter 4: UEFI BIOS DDR PPR Type Post Package Repair (PPR) is a new feature available for the DDR4/DDR5 technology. PPR provides additional spare capacity within a DDR4/DDR5 DRAM module that is used to replace faulty cell areas detected during system boot. PPR offers two types of memory repairs.
  • Page 84 Super X13SEM-F/-TF User's Manual Data Link Feature Exchange Use this feature to enable/disable the PCIe port to enter PCIe 4.0 DL_Feature ne- gotiation state. The options are Disable and Enable. DMI Port MPSS This feature allows you to configure the Max Payload Size Supported in DMI Device Capabilities register.
  • Page 85 Chapter 4: UEFI BIOS Interrupt Remapping (Available when "Intel VT for Directed I/O (VT-d)" is set ® to Enable) Select Enable to support I/O DMA transfer remapping and device-generated interrupts. The options are Auto, Enable, and Disable. PCIe ACSCTL (Available when "Intel VT for Directed I/O (VT-d)"...
  • Page 86 Super X13SEM-F/-TF User's Manual PCH Root Port 0 / PCH Root Port 1 / PCH Root Port 2 / PCH Root Port 3 / PCH Root Port 5 / PCH Root Port 6 / PCH Root Port 7 / PCH Root Port 9 /...
  • Page 87 Chapter 4: UEFI BIOS VMD Config for IOU 2 Enable/Disable VMD Select Enable to enable Intel Volume Management Device (VMD) technology support for the root port specified. The options are Disable and Enable. Socket0 IOU2 VMD port A / Socket0 IOU2 VMD port C / Socket0 IOU2 VMD port E / Socket0 IOU2 VMD port G (Available when the device is detected by the system and "Enable/Disable VMD"...
  • Page 88 Super X13SEM-F/-TF User's Manual Hot Plug Capable Select Enable to enable Hot Plug support for the root ports specified. This feature allows you to change the devices on those root ports without shutting down the system. The options are Disable and Enable.
  • Page 89 Chapter 4: UEFI BIOS XHCI Hand-off This is a work-around solution for operating systems that do not support Extensible Host Controller Interface (XHCI) hand-off. The XHCI ownership change should be claimed by the XHCI driver. The options are Enabled and Disabled. Port 60/64 Emulation Select Enabled for I/O port 60h/64h emulation support, which in turn, provides complete legacy USB keyboard support for the operating systems that do not support legacy USB...
  • Page 90 Super X13SEM-F/-TF User's Manual Support Aggressive Link Power Management (Available when "SATA Controller" is set to Enabled) When this feature is set to Enable, the SATA AHCI controller manages the power use of the SATA link. The controller will put the link in a low power mode during an extended period of I/O inactivity, and will return the link to an active state when I/O activity resumes.
  • Page 91 Chapter 4: UEFI BIOS PCH SATA1 Configuration  When the 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 features. SATA Controller(s) This feature enables or disables the onboard SATA controller supported by the Intel PCH chip.
  • Page 92 Super X13SEM-F/-TF User's Manual SATA Device Type Use this feature to specify if the device installed on the SATA port you specified should be connected to a Solid State drive or a Hard Disk Drive. The options are Hard Disk Drive and Solid State Drive.
  • Page 93 This feature cannot be enabled in the production platforms. The options are Disabled and Enabled. Supermicro BIOS-Based TPM Provision Support If this feature is set to Enabled, SMCI BIOS-based TPM provision will be supported. The options are Disabled and Enabled.
  • Page 94 Super X13SEM-F/-TF User's Manual ACPI Settings  NUMA Use this feature to enable Non-Uniform Memory Access (NUMA) to enhance system performance. The options are Disabled and Enabled. UMA-Based Clustering When the feature is set to Hemisphere, Uniform Memory Access (UMA)-based clustering will support 2-cluster configuration for system performance enhancement.
  • Page 95 Chapter 4: UEFI BIOS Change Settings This feature specifies the base I/O port address and the Interrupt Request address of the serial port. Select Auto to allow the BIOS to automatically assign the base I/O and IRQ address. The options are Auto, (IO=3F8h; IRQ=4;), (IO=2F8h; IRQ=4;), (IO=3E8h; IRQ=4;), and (IO=2E8h;...
  • Page 96 Super X13SEM-F/-TF User's Manual COM1 Console Redirection Settings (Available when "Console Redirection" above is set to Enabled) Terminal Type Use this feature 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.
  • Page 97 Chapter 4: UEFI BIOS 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 and Enabled. Resolution 100x31 Select Enabled for extended-terminal resolution support. The options are Disabled and Enabled.
  • Page 98 Super X13SEM-F/-TF User's Manual 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 99 Chapter 4: UEFI BIOS Resolution Use this feature to select the number of rows and columns used in Console Redirection for Legacy OS support. The options are 80x24 and 80x25. Redirection After POST Use this feature to enable or disable legacy console redirection after BIOS POST. When the option - BootLoader is selected, legacy console redirection is disabled before booting the OS.
  • Page 100 Super X13SEM-F/-TF User's Manual Flow Control EMS Use this feature to set the flow control for Console Redirection to prevent data loss caused by buffer overflow. Send a "Stop" signal to stop sending data when the receiving buffer is full. Send a "Start" signal to start sending data when the receiving buffer is empty. The options are None, Hardware RTS/CTS, and Software Xon/Xoff.
  • Page 101 Chapter 4: UEFI BIOS MAC:xxxxxxxxxxxx-IPv6 Network Configuration MAC:xxxxxxxxxxxx-IPv6 Network Configuration Enter Configuration Menu The following information is displayed: Interface Name / Interface Type / MAC address / Host addresses / Route Table / Gateway addresses / DNS addresses Interface ID Use this feature to set the 64-bit alternative interface ID for the device.
  • Page 102 Super X13SEM-F/-TF User's Manual MAC:xxxxxxxxxxxx-IPv4 Network Configuration MAC:xxxxxxxxxxxx-IPv4 Network Configuration Configured Select Enabled to show whether the network address has been successfully configured. The options are Disabled and Enabled. Enable DHCP (Available when "Configured" is set to Enabled) Select Enabled to support Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP). This feature allows the BIOS to search for a DHCP server attached to the network and request the next available IP address for this computer.
  • Page 103 Chapter 4: UEFI BIOS MMCFG Base This feature determines how the lowest Memory Mapped Configuration (MMCFG) base is assigned to onboard PCI devices. The options are 1G, 1.5G, 1.75G, 2G, 2.25G, 3G, and Auto. MMCFG Size Use this feature to set the MMCFG size. The options are 64 M, 128 M, 256 M, 512 M, 1G, 2G, and Auto.
  • Page 104 Super X13SEM-F/-TF User's Manual VGA Priority Use this feature to select the graphics device to be used as the primary video display for system boot. The options are Onboard and Offboard. For the following features, note that: Note 1: The number of slots and slot naming vary based on your motherboard.
  • Page 105 Use this feature to enter the SMCI Key Management Service (KMS) server IPv4 address in dotted-decimal notation (e.g., 255.255.255.255). Second Supermicro KMS Server IP address Use this feature to enter the second SMCI KMS server IPv4 address in dotted-decimal notation (e.g., 255.255.255.255).
  • Page 106 Super-Guardians Configuration  Super Guardians is a unified security solution to facilitate KMS, TPM, or USB-based authentication controls for Supermicro X13 motherboards. Use this submenu to configure the authentication policy, method, and KMS server settings. Super-Guardians Protection Policy Use this feature to enable the Super-Guardians Protection Policy. The options are Storage, System, and "System and Storage."...
  • Page 107 Chapter 4: UEFI BIOS KMS Server Retry Count Use this feature to specify how many times the system will attempt reconnecting to the KMS server. Press <+> or <-> on your keyboard to change the value. The default setting is 5. If the value is 0, the system will retry infinitely.
  • Page 108 Super X13SEM-F/-TF User's Manual USB Security Policy Use this feature to configure USB Security Policy settings. When this feature has not previously been set to Enabled, this feature will toggle whether the BIOS should automatically save a USB Authentication-Key named "USBAuth.bin" to a USB flash drive and begin the USB Security Policy.
  • Page 109 Chapter 4: UEFI BIOS Blink LEDs Use this feature to identify the physical network port by blinking the associated LED. The default setting is 0 (up to 15 seconds). The following information is displayed: • UEFI Driver • Adapter PBA •...
  • Page 110 Super X13SEM-F/-TF User's Manual Discard Changes and Exit Use this feature to discard all changes and exit TLS settings. Delete Certification Use this feature to discard all changes and exit TLS settings. Client Certification Configuration Driver Health  This feature displays the health information of the drivers installed in your system, including LAN controllers, as detected by the BIOS.

  • Page 111: Event Logs

    Chapter 4: UEFI BIOS 4.4 Event Logs Use this menu to configure Event Log settings. Note: After you've made any changes in this section, reboot the system for the changes to take effect. Change SMBIOS Event Log Settings Enabling/Disabling Options SMBIOS Event Log Select Enabled to enable System Management BIOS (SMBIOS) Event Logging during system boot.
  • Page 112 Super X13SEM-F/-TF User's Manual SMBIOS Event Log Standard Settings Log System Boot Event (Available when "SMBIOS Event Log" is set to Enabled) Select Enabled to log system boot events. The options are Enabled and Disabled. MECI (Multiple Event Count Increment) (Available when "SMBIOS Event Log" is set to Enabled) Enter the increment value for the multiple event counter.

  • Page 113: Bmc

    Chapter 4: UEFI BIOS 4.5 BMC Use this menu to configure BMC settings. BMC Firmware Revision This feature indicates the IPMI firmware revision used in your system. BMC STATUS (Baseboard Management Controller) This feature indicates the status of the IPMI firmware installed in your system. System Event Log Enabling/Disabling Options SEL Components...
  • Page 114 Super X13SEM-F/-TF User's Manual When SEL is Full This feature allows you to determine what the BIOS should do when the system event log is full. Select Erase Immediately to erase all events in the log when the system event log is full.
  • Page 115 Chapter 4: UEFI BIOS Station MAC Address Gateway IP Address This feature displays the Gateway IP address for this computer. This should be in decimal and in dotted quad form (i.e., 172.29.0.1). VLAN This feature displays the status of VLAN support. The options are Disable and Enable. ***************************** Configure IPv6 Support ******************************...
  • Page 116 Super X13SEM-F/-TF User's Manual Preferred DNS server IP Use this feature to enter the preferred DNS server IP address in dotted-decimal notation (e.g., 255.255.255.255). Alternative DNS server IP Use this feature to enter the alternative DNS server IP address in dotted-decimal notation...

  • Page 117: Security

    The length of the password should be from three characters to 20 characters long. Note: For detailed instructions on how to configure Security Boot settings, refer to the Security Boot Configuration User's Guide posted on the web page under the link: http://www.supermicro.com/support/manuals/.
  • Page 118 Super X13SEM-F/-TF User's Manual 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 and upon entering the BIOS Setup utility. The options are Setup and Always.
  • Page 119 Chapter 4: UEFI BIOS Key Management (Available when "Secure Boot Mode" is set to  Custom) The following information is displayed. • Vendor Keys Provision Factory Defaults Select Enabled to install provision factory default settings after the platform reset while the system is in the Setup Mode.
  • Page 120 Super X13SEM-F/-TF User's Manual  Key Exchange Key (KEK) Use this feature to enter and configure a set of values to be used as Key-Exchange-Keys for the system. These values also indicate the sizes, keys numbers, and the sources of the authorized signatures.

  • Page 121: Boot

    Chapter 4: UEFI BIOS 4.7 Boot Use this menu to configure Boot settings. Boot Mode Select Use this feature to select the type of devices from which the system will boot. The options are Legacy, UEFI, and Dual. Note: When "Boot Mode Select" is set to Dual, all OPROM-related features will be set to Legacy.
  • Page 122 Super X13SEM-F/-TF User's Manual When "Boot Mode Select" is set to UEFI (default), the following features will be displayed for configuration: • Boot Option #1–Boot Option #9 When "Boot Mode Select" is set to Dual, the following features will be displayed for configuration: •...

  • Page 123: Save & Exit

    Chapter 4: UEFI BIOS 4.8 Save & Exit Use this menu to save settings and exit from the BIOS. Save Options Discard Changes and Exit Use this feature to exit from the BIOS Setup utility without making any permanent changes to the system configuration and reboot the computer.
  • Page 124 Super X13SEM-F/-TF User's Manual Default Options Restore Optimized Defaults Select this feature and press <Enter> to load manufacturer optimized default settings. The default settings are intended for maximum system performance but not for maximum stability. Save As User Defaults Select this feature and press <Enter> to save all changes on the default values specified to the BIOS Setup utility for future use.

  • Page 125: Appendix A Software

    1. Create a method to access the MS Windows installation ISO file. That can be a USB flash or media 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 126 Super X13SEM-F/-TF 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 127 Appendix A: Software A.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 128 A.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 129 Interface (IPMI). IPMI is used to provide remote access, monitoring and management. There are several BIOS settings that are related to IPMI. Supermicro ships standard products with a unique password for the BMC ADMIN user. This password can be found on a label on the motherboard. For general documentation and information on IPMI, visit our website at https://www.supermicro.com/en/support/BMC_...

  • Page 130: Appendix B 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 131 Appendix B: Standardized Warning Statements Attention Danger d'explosion si la pile n'est pas remplacée correctement. Ne la remplacer que par une pile de type semblable ou équivalent, recommandée par le fabricant. Jeter les piles usagées conformément aux instructions du fabricant. ¡Advertencia! Existe peligro de explosión si la batería se reemplaza de manera incorrecta.
  • Page 132 Super X13SEM-F/-TF 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.

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