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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 Preface About This Manual This manual is written for system integrators, IT technicians, and knowledgeable end users. It provides information for the installation and use of the X11DPFF-SNR motherboard. About This Motherboard The X11DPFF-SNR motherboard features dual Intel Xeon Scalable-SP or 2nd Generation ®...
Page 4 Super X11DPFF-SNR User's Manual Appendix E provides information on how to configure VROC RAID settings. Appendix F provides information on how to configure secure boot settings. Appendix G provides information on how to configure iSCSI settings. Appendix H provides information on how to configure Network Interface Card (NIC) settings...
Page 5 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. Het Sterrenbeeld 28, 5215 ML...
Page 6: Table Of Contents
Super X11DPFF-SNR User's Manual Table of Contents Chapter 1 Introduction 1.1 Checklist ..........................9 1.2 Processor and Chipset Overview ..................19 1.3 Special Features ........................20 1.4 System Health Monitoring ....................20 1.5 ACPI Features ........................21 1.6 Power Supply ........................21 1.7 Advanced Power Management ..................21 Intel Intelligent Power Node Manager (IPNM)..............21...
Page 7 Table of Contents DIMM Installation ......................41 DIMM Module Removal .....................41 2.5 Front Panel I/O Ports and Connectors ................42 2.6 Connectors and Headers ....................47 2.7 Jumper Settings .........................57 2.8 LED Indicators ........................61 Chapter 3 Troubleshooting 3.1 Troubleshooting Procedures ....................65 Before Power On ......................65 No Power ..........................65 System Boot Failure .......................65 Memory Errors ........................66...
Page 8 B.4 IPMI ..........................139 B.5 Logging into the BMC (Baseboard Management Controller) ...........139 Appendix C Standardized Warning Statements Appendix D UEFI BIOS Recovery D.1 Overview ...........................143 D.2 Recovering the UEFI BIOS Image ...................143 D.3 Recovering the Main BIOS Block with a USB Device .............144 Appendix E Configuring VROC RAID Settings E.1 All Intel VMD Controllers Menu ..................148 E.2 Configuring RAID Settings ....................152...
Page 9: Chapter 1 Introduction
Introduction Congratulations on purchasing your computer motherboard from an industry leader. Supermicro motherboards are designed to provide you with the highest standards in quality and performance. In addition to the motherboard, several important parts that are included with your shipment are listed below.
Page 10 Super X11DPFF-SNR User's Manual Figure 1-1. X11DPFF-SNR 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 1-2. X11DPFF-SNR Motherboard Layout (not drawn to scale) UID_LED1 JVGA1 USB0/1 (3.0) IPMI_LAN JUIDB1 PWR_SW1 JIPMILAN JUSB1 JCOM1 JTPM1 JWD1 CPU1 SIOM PCIe 3.0X16 HDD_PWR2 JPCIE4 LED4 LED3 M.2-HC1 M.2-HC0 SLOT2 JBT1 DESIGNED IN USA X11DPFF-SNR REV:1.00...
Page 12 Super X11DPFF-SNR User's Manual Figure 1-3. X11DPFF-SNR Motherboard Layout for Quick Reference (not drawn to scale) Failure LED UID LED USB0/1 IPMI_LAN HDDLED LEDM1 PWR_SW1 UID_LED1 USB0/1 JVGA1 (3.0) IPMI_LAN JUIDB1 PWR_SW1 COM1 JPCEC1 JIPMILAN JUSB1 FAN4 JCOM1 TPM/Port 80...
Page 13 Chapter 1: Introduction Quick Reference Table Jumper Description Default Setting JBT1 CMOS Clear Open (Normal) JPB1 BMC Enable Pins 1-2 (Enable) JPG1 VGA Enable Pins 1-2 (Enable) JPME1 ME Recovery Selection Pins 1-2 (Normal) JPME2 ME Manufacturing Mode Pins 1-2 (Normal) JWD1 Watch Dog Timer Enable Pins 1-2 (Reset)
Page 14 Super X11DPFF-SNR User's Manual LED4 M.2 LED (for M.2-HC1-J31) Blinking Green: M.2-HC1 Active LEDM1 BMC Heartbeat LED Blinking Green: BMC Normal UID_LED1 UID LED Solid Blue: Unit Identified Note 1: Intel VMD is supported by PCI-E Slots (JPCIE4 and SLOT2) and NVMe Ports (NVME0/1/2/3).
Page 15 • Up to 128 GB at 1.2V Note 1: Memory speed support depends on the processors used in the system. Note 2: For the latest CPU/memory updates, please refer to our website at http://www.supermicro.com/products/ motherboard. Chipset • Intel C621 chipset Expansion Slots •...
Page 16 Main switch override mechanism • Power-on mode for AC power recovery • Intel® Intelligent Power Node Manager 4.0 (available when the Supermicro Power Manager [SPM] is installed and a special power supply is used) • Management Engine (ME) System Health Monitoring •...
Page 17 CPU TDP sizing. 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: It is strongly recommended that you change BMC login information upon initial system power-on.
Page 18 Super X11DPFF-SNR User's Manual Figure 1-3. System Block Diagram for the X11DPFF-SNR Motherboard X11DPFF-SNR Rev. 1.00 #F-1 #M-1 #E-1 #L-1 #D-1 #K-1 #C-1 #J-1 VR13 VR13 Skylake 10.4G #B-1 #H-1 5+1 PHASE 5+1 PHASE IceLake 11.2G #A-1 #G-1 Proccessor Proccessor...
Page 19: Processor And Chipset Overview
Chapter 1: Introduction 1.2 Processor and Chipset Overview Built upon the functionality and capability of Intel Xeon Scalable-SP and 2nd Generation Intel Xeon Scalable-SP processors (Socket P) with support of C621 chipset, this motherboard provides superb system performance, efficient power management, and a rich feature set based on cutting-edge technologies to address the needs of next-generation users.
Page 20: Special Features
Super X11DPFF-SNR User's Manual 1.3 Special Features This section describes the health monitoring features of the X11DPFF-SN motherboard. The motherboard has an onboard ASPEED 2500 Baseboard Management Controller (BMC) that supports system health monitoring. Recovery from AC Power Loss The Basic I/O System (UEFI BIOS) provides a setting that determines how the system will respond when AC power is lost and then restored to the system.
Page 21: Acpi Features
Windows operating systems. For detailed information on OS support, please refer to our website at www.supermicro.com. 1.6 Power Supply As with all computer products, a stable power source is necessary for proper and reliable operation.
Page 22: Management Engine (Me)
Super X11DPFF-SNR User's Manual Management Engine (ME) The Management Engine, which is an ARC controller embedded in the IOH (I/O Hub), provides Server Platform Services (SPS) to your system. The services provided by SPS are different from those provided by the ME on client platforms.
Page 23: Chapter 2 Installation
Chapter 2: Installation Chapter 2 Installation 2.1 Static-Sensitive Devices Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) can damage electronic com ponents. To avoid damaging your motherboard and your system, it is important to handle it very carefully. The following measures are generally sufficient to protect your equipment from ESD. Precautions •...
Page 24: Motherboard Installation
Super X11DPFF-SNR User's Manual 2.2 Motherboard Installation All motherboards have standard mounting holes to fit different types of chassis. Make sure that the locations of all the mounting holes for both the motherboard and the chassis match. Although a chassis may have both plastic and metal mounting fasteners, metal ones are highly recommended because they ground the motherboard to the chassis.
Page 25 Chapter 2: Installation Installing the Motherboard Follow the instructions below to install the motherboard into your system. 1. Install the front I/O panel as needed. 2. Locate the mounting holes on the motherboard. See the previous page for the locations. 3.
Page 26: Processor And Heatsink Installation
CPU socket cap is in place and that none of the socket pins are bent; otherwise, contact your retailer immediately. • Refer to the Supermicro website for updates on CPU support. • Please follow the instructions given in the ESD Warning section on the first page of this chapter before handling, installing, or removing system components.
Page 27: Overview Of The Processor Socket Assembly
Chapter 2: Installation Overview of the Processor Socket Assembly The processor socket assembly contains 1) Intel Xeon Scalable-SP or 2nd Gen Intel Xeon Scalable-SP processors, 2) the narrow processor clip, 3) the dust cover, and 4) the CPU socket. 1. Intel Processor 2.
Page 28: Overview Of The Processor Heatsink Module (Phm)
Super X11DPFF-SNR User's Manual Overview of the Processor Heatsink Module (PHM) The Processor Heatsink Module (PHM) contains 1) a heatsink, 2) a narrow processor clip, and 3) Intel Xeon Scalable-SP or 2nd Gen Intel Xeon Scalable-SP processor. 1. Heatsink 2. Narrow processor clip 3.
Page 29: Attaching The Processor To The Narrow Processor Clip To Create The Processor Package Assembly
Chapter 2: Installation Attaching the Processor to the Narrow Processor Clip to Create the Processor Package Assembly To properly install the CPU into the narrow processor clip, please follow the steps below. 1. Locate pin 1 (notch A), which is the triangle located on the top of the narrow processor clip.
Page 30: Attaching The Processor Package Assembly To The Heatsink To Form The Processor Heatsink Module (Phm)
Super X11DPFF-SNR User's Manual Attaching the Processor Package Assembly to the Heatsink to Form the Processor Heatsink Module (PHM) After you have made a processor package assembly by following the instructions on the previous page, please follow the steps below to mount the processor package assembly onto the heatsink to create the Processor Heatsink Module (PHM).
Page 31: Preparing The Cpu Socket For Installation
Chapter 2: Installation Preparing the CPU Socket for Installation This motherboard comes with the CPU socket pre-assembled in the factory. The CPU socket contains 1) a dust cover, 2) a socket bracket, 3) the CPU (P socket), and 4) a back plate. These components are pre-installed on the motherboard before shipping.
Page 32: Installing The Processor Heatsink Module (Phm)
Super X11DPFF-SNR User's Manual Installing the Processor Heatsink Module (PHM) 1. Once you have assembled the processor heatsink module (PHM) by following the instructions listed on page 27, 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 33: Removing The Processor Heatsink Module (Phm) From The Motherboard
Chapter 2: 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 34: Memory Support And Installation
Super X11DPFF-SNR User's Manual 2.4 Memory Support and Installation Notes: Check the Supermicro website for recommended memory modules. Exercise extreme care when installing or removing DIMM modules to prevent any damage. Memory Support The motherboard supports up to 3TB of 3DS Load Reduced DIMM (3DS LRDIMM), Load...
Page 35: Ddr4 Memory Support For Intel Xeon Scalable-Sp Processors
Chapter 2: Installation DDR4 Memory Support for Intel Xeon Scalable-SP Processors DDR4 Memory Support Speed (MT/s); Voltage (V); Slots Per Channel (SPC) and DIMMs Per Channel (DPC) DIMM Capacity (GB) Ranks Per 1 Slot Per Channel 2 Slots Per Channel Type DIMM &...
Page 36: Ddr4 Memory Support For 2Nd Gen Intel Xeon Scalable-Sp Processors
2933 Notes: 1. 2933 MHz memory support in two-DIMMs per-channel (2DPC) configuration can be achieved by using memory purchased from Supermicro. 2. Support for 2933 MHz memory is dependent on the CPU SKU. 3. 16Gb-based memory modules are supported by 2nd Gen Intel Xeon Scalable-SP processors only.
Page 37: Dimm Population Guidelines For Optimal Performance
Chapter 2: Installation DIMM Population Guidelines for Optimal Performance For optimal memory performance, follow the instructions listed in the tables below when populating memory modules. Key Parameters for DIMM Configuration Key Parameters for DIMM Configurations Parameters Possible Values Number of Channels 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, or 6 Number of DIMMs per Channel 1DPC (1 DIMM Per Channel) or 2DPC (2 DIMMs Per Channel)
Page 38: Dimm Population Table
Super X11DPFF-SNR User's Manual DIMM Population Table Note: Unbalanced memory configuration decreases memory performance and is not recommended for Supermicro motherboards. Memory Population Table for the Motherboard Using Intel Xeon Scalable-SP and 2nd Gen Intel Xeon Scalable-SP Processors Memory Population Tables for X11DP Motherboards w/12 DIMM...
Page 39 Chapter 2: Installation Memory Rank Sparing Tables for the X11DP Motherboards (w/12 Slots) Dual Rank Memory Rank Sparing (16GB DIMM) Memory Population Total RAM Detected One Rank Configuration Two Rank Configuration A1+B1 16GB 16GB A1+B1+C1 24GB 24GB A1+B1+C1+D1 32GB 32GB A1+B1+C1+D1+E1 40GB 40GB...
Page 40 Super X11DPFF-SNR User's Manual DCPMM Memory Population Tables for 2nd Gen Intel Xeon Scalable-SP Processors Note: Only 2nd Gen Intel Xeon Scalable-SP (82xx/62xx/52xx/4215 series) processors support DCPMM memory. Symmetric Population within 1 CPU Socket Modes P1-DIMMF1 P1-DIMME1 P1-DIMMD1 P1-DIMMA1 P1-DIMMB1 P1-DIMMC1 Channel Config.
Page 41: Dimm Installation
Chapter 2: Installation DIMM Installation 1. Please follow the instructions given in the previous section to install the DIMM modules on the motherboard. For the X11DPi-N(T) system to work properly, please use Rev. 2.00 memory modules of the same type and speed on the motherboard.
Page 42: Front Panel I/O Ports And Connectors
Super X11DPFF-SNR User's Manual 2.5 Front Panel I/O Ports and Connectors See the layout below for the locations and descriptions of the various I/O ports and connectors on the front panel of the motherboard. DESIGNED IN USA X11DPFF-SNR REV:1.00 Front Panel I/O Port Locations and Definitions...
Page 43 Controller) is located next to the power switch on the front panel. This ethernet port accepts an RJ45 type cable. Please refer to the LED Indicator section for LAN LED information. 1. USB 0 (3.0) 2. USB 1 (3.0) 3. IPMI_LAN DESIGNED IN USA X11DPFF-SNR REV:1.00...
Page 44 UID LED. Please note that the UID switch can also be triggered via IPMI on the motherboard. For more information, please refer to the IPMI User's Guide posted on our website at http://www.supermicro.com.) UID Switch...
Page 45 Chapter 2: Installation Super I/O Module (SIOM) A Supermicro proprietary SIOM (Super I/O Module) connector, supported by CPU1, is located at SIOM in your system. This SIOM slot supports PCI-E 3.0x 16 add-on cards. Connect your PCI-E devices via appropriate cables to this slot for PCI-E I/O support. For your system to work properly, please use the PCI-E devices that are fully compliant with the PCI-E standard only.
Page 46 Super X11DPFF-SNR User's Manual Power Switch A power switch is located next to the IPMI_LAN on the front panel. Press this switch to turn on or turn off the system power. Serial Port A COM port (JCOM1) port is located near the front panel on the motherboard. This COM port provides serial communication support.
Page 47: Connectors And Headers
(3.0) IPMI_LAN JUIDB1 PWR_SW1 2. JPW2 JIPMILAN JUSB1 JCOM1 JTPM1 JWD1 CPU1 SIOM PCIe 3.0X16 HDD_PWR2 JPCIE4 LED4 LED3 M.2-HC1 M.2-HC0 SLOT2 JBT1 DESIGNED IN USA X11DPFF-SNR REV:1.00 BATTERY CPU1 JPW2 JRK1 P2-NVMe2 JPW1 NVME2 P2-NVMe3 NVME3 CPU2 FAN3 FAN1...
Page 48 Super X11DPFF-SNR User's Manual Auxiliary Power Connector The Auxiliary power connector is located at JPW3. Connect an appropriate power cable to JPW3 and a power adaptor card to provide power to your devices. See the table below for pin definitions.
Page 49 (3.0) IPMI_LAN JUIDB1 PWR_SW1 2. HDD_PWR2 JIPMILAN JUSB1 JCOM1 JTPM1 JWD1 CPU1 SIOM PCIe 3.0X16 HDD_PWR2 JPCIE4 LED4 LED3 M.2-HC1 M.2-HC0 SLOT2 JBT1 DESIGNED IN USA X11DPFF-SNR REV:1.00 BATTERY CPU1 JPW2 JRK1 P2-NVMe2 JPW1 NVME2 P2-NVMe3 NVME3 CPU2 FAN3 FAN1...
Page 50 Super X11DPFF-SNR User's Manual 4-Pin HDD Power Connectors In addition to 8-pin HDD power connectors, there are two 4-pin HDD power connectors (HDD_PWR3/4) on the motherboard. Connect appropriate power cables to these connectors to supply power to your HDD devices. See the table below for pin definitions.
Page 51 JIPMILAN JUSB1 2. FAN2 JCOM1 JTPM1 3. FAN3 4. FAN4 JWD1 CPU1 SIOM PCIe 3.0X16 HDD_PWR2 JPCIE4 LED4 LED3 M.2-HC1 M.2-HC0 SLOT2 JBT1 DESIGNED IN USA X11DPFF-SNR REV:1.00 BATTERY CPU1 JPW2 JRK1 P2-NVMe2 JPW1 NVME2 P2-NVMe3 NVME3 CPU2 FAN3 FAN1...
Page 52 Super X11DPFF-SNR User's Manual NVMe Connectors Four NVMe connectors (NVME0/NVME1/NVME2/NVME3), supported by CPU2, can be used for PCI-E high-speed storage devices. For the locations of onboard NVMe connectors, please refer to the layout below. Note: When installing an NVMe device on a motherboard, please be sure to connect the first NVMe port (NVME0) first for your system to work properly.
Page 53 IPMI_LAN JUIDB1 PWR_SW1 JIPMILAN JUSB1 JCOM1 JTPM1 JWD1 CPU1 SIOM PCIe 3.0X16 HDD_PWR2 1. VROC RAIDKey JPCIE4 LED4 LED3 M.2-HC1 M.2-HC0 SLOT2 JBT1 DESIGNED IN USA X11DPFF-SNR REV:1.00 BATTERY CPU1 JPW2 JRK1 P2-NVMe2 JPW1 NVME2 P2-NVMe3 NVME3 CPU2 FAN3 FAN1...
Page 54 The JTPM1 header is used to connect a Trusted Platform Module (TPM)/Port 80 card, which is available from Supermicro. A TPM/Port 80 module is a security device that supports encryption and authentication in hard drives. It allows the motherboard to deny access if the TPM associated with the hard drive is not installed in the system.
Page 55 JWD1 CPU1 SIOM PCIe 3.0X16 1.M.2-HC0 (J30) (supported by CPU1) HDD_PWR2 2.M.2-HC1 (J31) (supported by CPU1) JPCIE4 LED4 LED3 M.2-HC1 M.2-HC0 SLOT2 JBT1 DESIGNED IN USA X11DPFF-SNR REV:1.00 BATTERY CPU1 JPW2 JRK1 P2-NVMe2 JPW1 NVME2 P2-NVMe3 NVME3 CPU2 FAN3 FAN1...
Page 56 Super X11DPFF-SNR User's Manual I-SATA 3.0 and S-SATA 3.0 Ports Two (I-SATA) connectors and one S-SATA connector, supported by Intel PCH, are located on the motherboard. The two (I-)SATA connectors provide eight SATA 3.0 connections (I-SATA 0-3, 4-7), while the S-SATA connector provides four S-SATA 3.0 (S-SATA 0-3) connections.
Page 57: Jumper Settings
Chapter 2: Installation 2.7 Jumper Settings How Jumpers Work To modify the operation of the motherboard, jumpers can be used to choose between optional settings. Jumpers create shorts between two pins to change the function of the connector. Pin 1 is identified with a square solder pad on the printed circuit board. See the diagram at right for an example of jumping pins 1 and 2.
Page 58 Super X11DPFF-SNR User's Manual CMOS Clear JBT1 is used to clear CMOS, which will also clear any passwords. Instead of pins, this jumper consists of contact pads to prevent accidentally clearing the contents of CMOS. To Clear CMOS 1. First power down the system and unplug the power cord(s).
Page 59 JVGA1 USB0/1 (3.0) IPMI_LAN JUIDB1 PWR_SW1 JIPMILAN JUSB1 JCOM1 JTPM1 JWD1 CPU1 SIOM PCIe 3.0X16 HDD_PWR2 JPCIE4 LED4 LED3 M.2-HC1 M.2-HC0 SLOT2 JBT1 DESIGNED IN USA X11DPFF-SNR REV:1.00 BATTERY CPU1 JPW2 JRK1 P2-NVMe2 JPW1 NVME2 P2-NVMe3 NVME3 CPU2 FAN3 FAN1...
Page 60 Super X11DPFF-SNR User's Manual Watch Dog JWD1 controls the Watch Dog timer function. Watch Dog is a monitor that can reboot the system when a software application hangs. Close pins 1-2 to allow the Watch Dog to reset the system if an application hangs. Close pins 2-3 to generate a non-maskable interrupt signal for the application that hangs.
Page 61: Led Indicators
See the table below for more information. IPMI LAN Link LED Activity LED IPMI LAN Link LED (Left) & Activity LED (Right) Color State Definition Link (Left) Green: Solid 100 Mbps Activity (Right) Amber: Active Blinking 1. IPMI LAN LEDs DESIGNED IN USA X11DPFF-SNR REV:1.00...
Page 62 Super X11DPFF-SNR User's Manual HDD Activity LED An HDD Activity LED is located at HDD_LED1 on the on the motherboard. When this LED is blinking, your hard drive devices are active. See the table below for the LED status. HDD Activity LED Indicator...
Page 63 JUIDB1 PWR_SW1 2. CPLD Heartbeat LED JIPMILAN JUSB1 JCOM1 JTPM1 JWD1 CPU1 SIOM PCIe 3.0X16 HDD_PWR2 JPCIE4 LED4 LED3 M.2-HC1 M.2-HC0 SLOT2 JBT1 DESIGNED IN USA X11DPFF-SNR REV:1.00 BATTERY CPU1 JPW2 JRK1 P2-NVMe2 JPW1 NVME2 P2-NVMe3 NVME3 CPU2 FAN3 FAN1...
Page 64 Super X11DPFF-SNR User's Manual PCI-E/SATA M.2 Hybrid Slot Activity LEDs (LED3/LED4) The ActivIty LED indicators for the onboard PCI-E/SATA M.2 hybrid slots (M.2-HC0/ M.2-HC1) are located at LED3 and LED4. When these LED indicators are blinking, these M.2 hybrid slots are active. See the table below for details.
Page 65: 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 66: Memory Errors
Super X11DPFF-SNR User's Manual • If there is no error beep, try to turn on the system without DIMM modules installed. If there is still no error beep, replace the motherboard. • If there are error beeps, clear the CMOS settings by unplugging the power cord and con- tacting both pads on the CMOS Clear Jumper (JBT1).
Page 67: When The System Becomes Unstable
2. Memory support: Make sure that the memory modules are supported by testing the modules using memtest86 or a similar utility. Note: Refer to the product page on our website at http://www.supermicro.com memory and CPU support and updates. 3. HDD support: Make sure that all hard disk drives (HDDs) work properly. Replace the bad HDDs with good ones.
Page 68: Technical Support Procedures
Super X11DPFF-SNR User's Manual component in question in another system. If the new system works, the component is good and the old system has problems. 3.2 Technical Support Procedures Before contacting Technical Support, please take the following steps. Also, note that as a motherboard manufacturer, we do not sell directly to end-users, so it is best to first check with your distributor or reseller for troubleshooting services.
Page 69: Frequently Asked Questions
BIOS under UEFI Shell. 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 70 Super X11DPFF-SNR User's Manual Question: How do I update my BIOS under UEFI Shell? Note: We do not recommend that you update your BIOS if you are not experiencing a BIOS-related problem. If you need to update your BIOS, please follow the steps below to properly update your BIOS under UEFI Shell.
Page 71: 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. Using a tool such as a pen or a small screwdriver, push the battery lock outwards to unlock it.
Page 72: Returning Merchandise For Service
Super X11DPFF-SNR 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 73: Chapter 4 Uefi Bios
UEFI BIOS 4.1 Introduction This chapter describes the AMIBIOS™ setup utility for the X11DPFF-SNR 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 74: Main Setup
Super X11DPFF-SNR User's Manual 4.2 Main Setup When you first enter the AMI BIOS setup utility, you will see 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 75 Chapter 4: UEFI BIOS Memory Information Total Memory This feature displays the total size of memory available in the system.
Page 76: Advanced Setup Configurations
Super X11DPFF-SNR User's Manual 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 77 Chapter 4: UEFI BIOS Wait For 'F1' If Error Select Enabled to force the system to wait until the <F1> key is pressed if an error occurs. The options are Disabled and Enabled. INT19 Trap Response Interrupt 19 is the software interrupt that handles the boot disk function. When this feature is set to Immediate, the ROM BIOS of the host adaptors will "capture"...
Page 78 Super X11DPFF-SNR User's Manual CPU Configuration  Warning: Setting the wrong values in the sections below may cause the system to malfunction. Processor Configuration  The following CPU information will be displayed: • Processor BSP Revision • Processor Socket •...
Page 79 Chapter 4: UEFI BIOS Intel Virtualization Technology (Available when two processors are installed on the motherboard) Select Enable to use Intel Virtualization Technology which will allow multiple workloads to share the same set of common resources. On shared virtualized hardware, various workloads (or tasks) can co-exist, sharing the same resources, while functioning in full independence from each other, and migrating freely across multi-level infrastructures and scale as needed.
Page 80 Super X11DPFF-SNR User's Manual AES-NI Select Enable to use the Intel Advanced Encryption Standard (AES) New Instructions (NI) to ensure data security. The options are Enable and Disable. Advanced Power Management Configuration  Power Technology Select Energy Efficient to support power-saving mode. Select Custom to customize system power settings.
Page 81 Chapter 4: UEFI BIOS Config (Configuring) TDP (Available when SpeedStep is set to Enable and when the 2nd Gen Intel Xeon Scalable-SP 8260Y/6240Y/4214Y Processors are Used) This feature allows the user to configure the maximum CPU TDP (Thermal Design Power) level for the system.
Page 82 Super X11DPFF-SNR User's Manual makes the processor more energy efficient, resulting in further energy gains. The options are HW_ALL, SW_ALL and SW-ANY. Turbo Mode (Available when SpeedStep is set to Enable) Select enable to allow the CPU to operate at the manufacturer-defined turbo speed by increasing CPU clock frequency.
Page 83 Chapter 4: UEFI BIOS This feature is used to optimize and reduce CPU package power consumption in idle mode. Please note that the changes you've made in this setting will affect all CPU cores or the circuits of the entire system. The options are C0/C1 state, C2 state, C6 (non-Retention) state, C6 (Retention) state, No Limit, and Auto.
Page 84 Super X11DPFF-SNR User's Manual Select Enable for the system BIOS to enable Link L0p support which will allow the CPU to reduce the UPI links from full width to half width in the event when the CPU's workload is low in an attempt to save power. This feature is available for the system that uses Intel processors with UPI technology support.
Page 85 Chapter 4: UEFI BIOS Stale AtoS (A to S) The in-memory directory has three states: I, A, and S states. The I (-invalid) state indicates 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 86 Super X11DPFF-SNR User's Manual Memory Frequency Use this feature to set the maximum memory frequency for onboard memory modules. The options are Auto, 1866, 2000, 2133, 2400, 2666, and 2933. (Note: Support for 2933 MHz memory is dependent on the CPU SKU.)
Page 87 Chapter 4: UEFI BIOS Select Enable to restore the functionality and the features of NVDIMMs. The options are Enable and Disable. Interleave NVDIMMs If this item is set to Enable, all onboard NVDIMM modules will be configured together as a group for the interleave mode. If this item is set to Disable, individual NVDIMM modules will be configured separately for the interleave mode.
Page 88 Super X11DPFF-SNR User's Manual increase memory security, but it will reduce the memory capacity into half. The options are Disable, Mirror Mode 1LM, and Mirror Mode 2LM. Memory Rank Sparing Select Enable to support memory-rank sparing to optimize memory performance. The options are Enable and Disable.
Page 89 Chapter 4: UEFI BIOS Patrol Scrub Interval (Available when Patrol Scrub is set to Enable) Use this item to specify the number of hours (between 0 to 24) required for the system to complete a full patrol scrubbing. Enter 0 for patrol scrubbing to be performed automatically. The default setting is 24.
Page 90 Super X11DPFF-SNR User's Manual IOAT Configuration Disable TPH TPH (TLP Processing Hint) is used for data-tagging with a destination ID and a few important attributes. It can send critical data to a particular cache without writing through to memory. Select No in this item for TLP Processing Hint support, which will allow a "TPL request"...
Page 91 Chapter 4: UEFI BIOS Posted Interrupt Select Enable to support VT_D Posted Interrupt which will allow external interrupts to be sent directly from a direct-assigned device to a client machine in non-root mode to improve virtualization efficiency by simplifying interrupt migration and lessening the need of physical interrupts.
Page 92 Super X11DPFF-SNR User's Manual Intel® VMD for Volume Management Device on CPU2  VMD Configuration for PStack1 Intel® VMD for Volume Management Device for PStack1 Select Enable to enable Intel Volume Management Device Technology support for the root port specified by the user. The options are Enable and Disable.
Page 93 Chapter 4: UEFI BIOS South Bridge The following South Bridge information will display: • USB Module Version • USB Devices Legacy USB Support Select Enabled to support onboard legacy USB devices. Select Auto to disable legacy support if there are no legacy USB devices present. Select Disable to have all USB devices available for EFI applications only.
Page 94 Super X11DPFF-SNR User's Manual PCH 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 feature enables or disables the onboard SATA controller supported by the Intel PCH chip.
Page 95 Chapter 4: UEFI BIOS SATA Device Type Use this feature to specify if the device installed on the SATA port specified 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 96 Super X11DPFF-SNR User's Manual Spin Up Device This setting allows the SATA device installed on the SATA port specified by the user to start a COMRESET initialization when an edge is detected from 0 to 1. The options are Enable and Disable.
Page 97 Chapter 4: UEFI BIOS NVMe Firmware Source This feature determines which type of the NVMe firmware should be used in your system. The options are Vendor Defined Firmware, and AMI Native Support. VGA Priority Use this feature to select the graphics device to be used as the primary video display for system boot.
Page 98 Super X11DPFF-SNR User's Manual  Network Stack Configuration Network Stack Select Enabled to enable PXE (Preboot Execution Environment) or UEFI (Unified Extensible Firmware Interface) for network stack support. The options are Enabled and Disabled. *If "Network Stack" is set to Enabled, the following items will display: IPv4 PXE Support Select Enabled to enable IPv4 PXE boot support.
Page 99 Chapter 4: UEFI BIOS Device Settings (Available when Serial Port 1 is set to Enabled) This item displays the base I/O port address and the Interrupt Request address of a serial port specified by the user. Change Settings This feature specifies the base I/O port address and the Interrupt Request address of Serial Port 1.
Page 100 Super X11DPFF-SNR User's Manual Console Redirection Settings (for  COM 1) 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 101 Chapter 4: UEFI BIOS Resolution 100x31 Select Enabled for extended-terminal resolution support. The options are Disabled and Enabled. Legacy OS Redirection Resolution Use this feature to select the number of rows and columns used in Console Redirection for Legacy OS support. The options are 80x24 and 80x25. Putty KeyPad This feature selects Function Keys and KeyPad settings for Putty, which is a terminal emulator designed for the Windows OS.
Page 102 Super X11DPFF-SNR User's Manual Data Bits Use this feature to set the data transmission size for Console Redirection. The options are 7 (Bits) and 8 (Bits). Parity A parity bit can be sent along with regular data bits to detect data transmission errors.
Page 103 Chapter 4: UEFI BIOS Redirection After BIOS 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. When the option-Always Enable is selected, Legacy Console Redirection remains enabled upon OS bootup.
Page 104 Super X11DPFF-SNR 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 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 105 Chapter 4: UEFI BIOS Security Device Support If this feature and the TPM jumper (JPT1) 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 106 Super X11DPFF-SNR User's Manual Platform Hierarchy (for TPM Version 2.0 and above) Select Enabled for TPM Platform Hierarchy support which will allow the manufacturer to utilize the cryptographic algorithm to define a constant key or a fixed set of keys to be used for initial system boot.
Page 107 Chapter 4: UEFI BIOS Http Boot One Time Select Enabled for your machine to automatically boot into Http Boot at the first system boot after you've created the Http Boot Option. The options are Enabled and Disabled. Input the description This feature allows the user to insert description for the HTTP Boot Option.
Page 108 Super X11DPFF-SNR User's Manual iSCSI Configuration This submenu displays iSCSI configuration information: iSCSI Initiator Name Use this item to enter the name of the iSCSI Initiator, which is a unique name used in the world. The name must in the IQN format.
Page 109 Chapter 4: UEFI BIOS Intel® Optane® DC Persistent Memory Configuration  When you select this submenu and press <Enter>, the following screen will display: • Version: This feature displays the version of DCPMM used in the system. • Select an action below •...
Page 110 Super X11DPFF-SNR User's Manual DIMM ID  This submenu allows the user to view and to perform an action on a DCPMM module specified by the user. When this submenu is selected, the following items will display: • DIMM UID: This feature displays the unique ID of the DCPMM module.
Page 111 Chapter 4: UEFI BIOS • Subsystem Revision ID • Interface Format Code • Manufacturing Information Valid • Manufacturing Date • Manufacturing Location • Memory Type • Memory Bank Label • Data Width Label [b] • Total Width [b] • Speed [MHz] •...
Page 112 Super X11DPFF-SNR User's Manual • Package Sparing Capable • Package Sparing Enabled • Package Spares Available • Configuration Status • SKU Violation • ARS Status • Overwrite DIMM Status • Last Shutdown Time • First Fast Refresh • Viral Policy Enable •...
Page 113 Chapter 4: UEFI BIOS • Master Passphrase Enabled Monitor Health  Select this submenu to view the health status and thresholds of the DCPMM module specified by the user. • Sensor Type: This feature displays the type of health items that are being monitored. •...
Page 114 Super X11DPFF-SNR User's Manual Update Firmware  Use this feature to select the firmware image to be loaded on the DCPMM module. Once it is loaded to the system, please reboot the system and select update for the firmware to take effect.
Page 115 Chapter 4: UEFI BIOS First Fast Fresh State Select Enabled to display the First Fast Fresh state for onboard DCPMM modules. Enable First Fast Fresh State Select Enabled to support the first fast fresh state of DCPMM data policy. Disable First Fast Fresh State Select Disable to disable the first fast fresh state of DCPMM data policy.
Page 116 Super X11DPFF-SNR User's Manual Regions  Current Configuration Region ID  When this submenu is selected, the following items will display: • Region ID: This feature displays the Region ID of the DCPMM module. • DIMM ID: This feature displays the DIMM ID of the DCPMM module.
Page 117 Chapter 4: UEFI BIOS Back to Main Menu  Select this feature and press <Enter> to go back to the Intel® Optane® DC Persistent Memory Configuration menu. Namespaces  This subsection allows the user to select a namespace to view the following information on the selected namespace Namespace ID/Name/Heath Status 0x00000101/0x00000201/0x00000301...
Page 118 Super X11DPFF-SNR User's Manual Create Namespace  Use this submenu to create a namespace. The following information will display: Name Region ID This feature displays the region ID of the DCPMM module. The options are 0x0001 and 0x0002. Mode Use this item to set the Namespace mode. The options are None and Sector.
Page 119 Chapter 4: UEFI BIOS Back to Main Menu  Select this feature and press <Enter> to go back to the Intel® Optane® DC Persistent Memory Configuration menu. Diagnostics  Perform Diagnostic Tests on DIMMs When you select this submenu and press <enter>, the following items will display: Choose Diagnostics Type: Quick Diagnostics Select Enabled for the quick diagnostics test to be performed on the DCPMM module installed...
Page 120 Super X11DPFF-SNR User's Manual Back to Main Menu Select this feature and press <Enter> to go back to the Intel® Optane® DC Persistent Memory Configuration menu. Preferences  View and/or modify user preferences Default DIMM ID This feature allows the user to view and to modify the default DIMM ID as displayed on the screen.
Page 121: Event Logs
Chapter 4: UEFI BIOS 4.4 Event Logs Use this feature to configure Event Log settings. Note: After you've made a change on a setting below, please be sure to reboot the system for the change to take effect. Change SMBIOS Event Log Settings Enabling/Disabling Options SMBIOS Event Log Select Enabled to enable SMBIOS (System Management BIOS) Event Logging during system...
Page 122 Super X11DPFF-SNR User's Manual SMBIOS Event Log Standard Settings Log System Boot Event Select Enabled to log system boot events. The options are Enabled and Disabled. MECI (Multiple Event Count Increment) Enter the increment value for the multiple event counter. Enter a number between 1 to 255.
Page 123: Ipmi
Chapter 4: UEFI BIOS 4.5 IPMI Use this feature to configure Intelligent Platform Management Interface (IPMI) settings. When you select this submenu and press the <Enter> key, the following information will display: • BMC Firmware Revision: This feature indicates the firmware revisionof the BMC (Base- board Management Controller) used in your system.
Page 124 Super X11DPFF-SNR User's Manual 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. *Configure IPv4 Support* IPMI LAN Selection Use this feature to select the type of the IPMI LAN. The default setting is Failover.
Page 125 Chapter 4: UEFI BIOS 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 126: Security Settings
Super X11DPFF-SNR User's Manual 4.6 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.
Page 127 Chapter 4: UEFI BIOS Secure Boot Mode Use this feature to select the desired secure boot mode for the system. The options are Standard and Custom. CMS Support If this feature is set to Enabled, legacy devices will be supported by the system. The options are Enabled and Disabled.
Page 128 Super X11DPFF-SNR User's Manual Restore DB defaults  Select Yes to restore database variables to the manufacturer default settings. The options are Yes and No. Secure Boot Variable/Size/Keys/Key Source Platform Key (PK)  This feature allows the user to enter and configure a set of values to be used as platform firmware keys for the system.
Page 129 Chapter 4: UEFI BIOS OsRecovery Signatures  This feature allows the user to set and save the authorized signatures used for OS recovery. Select Update to update your "OS Recovery Signatures". Select Append to append your "OS Recovery Signatures". The settings are Update, and Append.
Page 130: Boot Settings
Super X11DPFF-SNR User's Manual 4.7 Boot Settings Use this feature 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 (Unified Extensible Firmware Interface), and Dual.
Page 131 Chapter 4: UEFI BIOS Add New Boot Option This feature allows the user to add a new boot option to the boot priority features for system boot. Add Boot Option Use this item to specify the name for the new boot option. Path for Boot Option Use this feature to enter the path for the new boot option in the format fsx:\path\filename.efi.
Page 132: Save & Exit
Super X11DPFF-SNR User's Manual 4.8 Save & Exit Select the Save & Exit menu from the BIOS setup screen to configure the settings below. Save Options Discard Changes and Exit Select this option to exit from the BIOS setup utility without making any permanent changes to the system configuration and reboot the computer.
Page 133 Chapter 4: UEFI BIOS 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. Save As User Defaults To set this feature, select Save as User Defaults from the Exit menu and press <Enter>.
Page 134: Appendix A Uefi Bios Post Codes
Super X11DPFF-SNR User's Manual Appendix A UEFI BIOS POST Codes A.1 BIOS Error POST (Beep) Codes During the POST (Power-On Self-Test) process, which is performed at boot up, system errors may be detected. Non-fatal errors are those which, in most cases, allow the system to continue with the boot- up process.
Page 135: Appendix B Software Installation
USB/SATA DVD drive, or a USB flash drive, or the IPMI KVM console. 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 136 Super X11DPFF-SNR 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 137: 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 a USB flash drive or a DVD.
Page 138: 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 139: Ipmi
When logging in to the BMC for the first time, please use the unique password provided by Supermicro to log in. You can change the unique password to a user name and password of your choice for subsequent logins.
Page 140: Appendix C Standardized Warning Statements
The following statements are industry standard warnings, provided to warn the user of situations where bodily injuries may occur. 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 141 Appendix C: Standardized Warning Statements Attention Danger d'explosion si la pile n'est pas remplacée correctement. Ne la remplacer que par une pile de type semblable ou équivalent, recommandée par le fabricant. Jeter les piles usagées conformément aux instructions du fabricant. ¡Advertencia! Existe peligro de explosión si la batería se reemplaza de manera incorrecta.
Page 142 Super X11DPFF-SNR User's Manual Product Disposal Warning! Ultimate disposal of this product should be handled according to all national laws and regulations. 製品の廃棄この製品を廃棄処分する場合、国の関係する全ての法律・条例に従い処理する必要があります。警告本产品的废弃处理应根据所有国家的法律和规章进行。警告本產品的廢棄處理應根據所有國家的法律和規章進行。 Warnung Die Entsorgung dieses Produkts sollte gemäß allen Bestimmungen und Gesetzen des Landes erfolgen.
Page 143: 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 144: Recovering The Main Bios Block With A Usb Device
1. Please use a different machine to download the BIOS package for your motherboard or your system from the product page available on our website at www.supermicro.com. 2. Extract the BIOS package to a USB device and rename the BIOS ROM file [BIOSname#.###] that is included in the BIOS package to SUPER.ROM for BIOS...
Page 145 Appendix D: UEFI BIOS Recovery 5. After locating the SUPER.ROM file, the system will enter the BIOS Recovery menu as shown below. Note: At this point, you may decide if you want to start the BIOS recovery. If you decide to proceed with BIOS recovery, follow the procedures below.
Page 146 Super X11DPFF-SNR User Manual 7. After the BIOS recovery process is complete, press any key to reboot the system. Note: It is recommended that you update your BIOS after BIOS recovery. Please refer to Chapter 3 for BIOS update instructions.
Page 147 Appendix D: UEFI BIOS Recovery 9. 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 1. Enter flash.nsh BIOSname#.### at the prompt to start the BIOS update process. Note: Do not interrupt this process until the BIOS flashing is complete.
Page 148: Appendix E Configuring Vroc Raid Settings
RAID settings. The E.3 section describes the use of journaling drive for the RAID5 volume (parity based RAID). Note 1: Only use NVMe devices that have been validated by Supermicro. For the lat- est updates, please contact us or refer to our website at https://www.supermicro.com.
Page 149 Appendix E: Configuring VROC RAID Settings 6. When the following screen displays, use the down arrow key to select Intel® VMD Technology and press <Enter> to enter the Intel® VMD Technology submenu. 7. When the Intel® VMD Technology submenu appears, it will display all the PCI slots that can be configured for VMD support on the screen.
Page 150 Super X11DPFF-SNR User's Manual 13. Navigate to the Advanced tab. 14. Use the arrow keys to select Intel(R) Virtual RAID on CPU and press <Enter> to access the menu items. The following screen will appear showing that the feature "All Intel VMD Controllers"...
Page 151 Appendix E: Configuring VROC RAID Settings 15. Use the arrow keys to select All Intel VMD Controllers and press <Enter> to access the menu items. The following screen will appear. It allows the user to create RAID volumes and configure settings of NVMe devices as detected by the system. Note : A single Intel®...
Page 152: Configuring Raid Settings
Super X11DPFF-SNR User's Manual E.2 Configuring RAID Settings Follow the instructions stated in the E.1 section to access the All Intel VMD Controllers menu items, the following screen will appear. Please carefully follow the instructions listed in this section to configure RAID settings for your devices as desired.
Page 153 Appendix E: Configuring VROC RAID Settings To Enter a Name for the RAID Volume From the Create RAID Volume submenu as shown on the previous screen, use the arrow keys to select Name and press <Enter>, and the following screen will display. When the screen above displays, enter a unique name for the RAID volume.
Page 154 Super X11DPFF-SNR User's Manual To Set the RAID Level for the RAID Volume From the Create RAID Volume submenu, select RAID Level and press <Enter>. The following screen will display. Use the arrow keys to select the desired RAID level for the RAID volume that you've created.
Page 155 Appendix E: Configuring VROC RAID Settings Enabling RAID Spanned over VMD Controllers From the Create RAID Volume submenu, use the arrow keys to select Enter RAID spanned over VMD Controllers and press <Enter>. The following screen will display. Enter a desired setting for your RAID volume in the pop-up menu. The options are (not selected) and X (selected).
Page 156 Super X11DPFF-SNR User's Manual To Select Disks for the RAID Volumes From the Create RAID Volume submenu, use the arrow keys to highlight Select Disk: and press <Enter>. The following screen will display. The options are (not selected) and X (selected). Set the features one by one to X to select...
Page 157 Appendix E: Configuring VROC RAID Settings To Set Strip Size for the RAID Volume From the Create RAID Volume submenu, use the arrow keys to select Strip Size: and press <Enter>. The following screen will display. From the pop-up menu as shown above, select the desired RAID strip size for your RAID volume and press <Enter>.
Page 158 Super X11DPFF-SNR User's Manual To Set the Capacity (GB) for the RAID Volume From the Create RAID Volume submenu, use the arrow keys to select Capacity (GB): and press <Enter>. The following screen will display. Enter the desired RAID capacity (in GB) in the pop-up menu to set the capacity for your...
Page 159 Appendix E: Configuring VROC RAID Settings To Create Volumes To finalize your RAID volume configuration, select Create Volume from the Create RAID Volume submenu as shown on the screen below. After selecting Create Volume, press <Enter>. The following screen will appear and display RAID volumes as shown below.
Page 160 Super X11DPFF-SNR User's Manual To Display RAID Volumes For detailed RAID volume information, use the arrow keys to select the desired RAID volume as shown below. To Display RAID VOLUME Information When the screen above appears, press <Enter>. The RAID VOLUME INFO menu will appear...
Page 161 Appendix E: Configuring VROC RAID Settings To Delete a RAID Volume On the RAID VOLUME INFO menu, use the arrow keys to select Delete and press <Enter> to delete the RAID volume you have selected. The following screen will appear to confirm if you want to delete the RAID Volume. Select Yes to delete the RAID Volume.
Page 162 Super X11DPFF-SNR User's Manual To Reset the RAID Volume to non-RAID On the RAID VOLUME INFO submenu shown on the bottom screen of page 160, select the desired NVMe device from the list of RAID Member Disks and press <Enter> as shown below.
Page 163 Appendix E: Configuring VROC RAID Settings To Turn on the Disk Locator LED Follow the instructions stated in the E.1 section to access the All Intel VMD Controllers menu. When the following screen displays, select a non-RAID physical disk to turn on the disk locator LED to locate a selected device.
Page 164 Super X11DPFF-SNR User's Manual To Mark a RAID Volume as Spare Follow the instructions stated in the E.1 section to access the All Intel VMD Controllers menu. When the following screen appears, select a desired NVMe device from the list of Non-RAID Physical Disks.
Page 165 Appendix E: Configuring VROC RAID Settings When the following screen appears, select Yes to confirm that you want the selected device to be used as a spare device. The options are Yes and No. Note: A spare disk is used for automatic RAID volume rebuilds when status of failed, missing, or at risk is detected on the array disk.
Page 166 Super X11DPFF-SNR User's Manual To Mark a RAID Volume as a Journaling Drive Refer to the instructions stated in the E.1 section to access the All Intel VMD Controllers menu. When the following screen appears, select a desired NVMe device from the list of Non-RAID Physical Disks for use as a journaling drive.
Page 167 Appendix E: Configuring VROC RAID Settings When the following screen appears, select Yes to confirm that the selected device is to be used as a journaling drive. The options are Yes and No. Note: RAID Write Hole (RWH) is a condition associated with a power/drive-failure/crash while writing to a RAID5 volume.
Page 168: Use Of Journaling Drive
Super X11DPFF-SNR User's Manual E.3 Use of Journaling Drive The following section describes the use of a journaling drive for the RAID5 volume, which is a parity-based RAID. Step 1. Refer to the instructions stated in the E.1 section to access All Intel VMD Controllers menu items.
Page 169 Appendix E: Configuring VROC RAID Settings RWH Policy Press <Enter> and the following screen will appear. If any device has been set as a journaling drive (see pages 166 and 167), the options are Distributed PPL, Journaling Drive, and Disable. If no device has been set as a journaling drive, the options are Distributed PPL and Disable.
Page 170 Super X11DPFF-SNR User's Manual Step 3. Set the feature, RWH Policy, to Journaling Drive. Press <Enter> and the RWH JD feature will become available as shown below. RWH JD Use the arrow keys to select RWH JD. Press <Enter> and the following screen will appear.
Page 171 Appendix E: Configuring VROC RAID Settings Step 4. Use the arrow keys and press <Enter> to select the desired journaling drive from the option list of RWH JD. Step 5. For the changes to take effect, use the arrow keys to select Change RWH settings and press <Enter>.
Page 172: Boot Mode Select Feature
Super X11DPFF-SNR User's Manual Appendix F Secure Boot Settings Secure boot is a feature of UEFI (Unified Extensible Firmware Interface) that ensures boot loaders are digitally signed and validated. The F.1, F.2, and F.3 sections provide instructions on how to enable the secure boot features. The F.4 section states Key Management settings.
Page 173: Secure Boot/ Secure Boot Mode/ Csm Support Features
Appendix F: Secure Boot Settings F.2 Secure Boot/ Secure Boot Mode/ CSM Support Features Press <Del> during system boot to enter the BIOS Setup utility. Navigate to the Security tab as shown below. Use the arrow keys to select Secure Boot and press <Enter> to access the menu items. The following screen will appear.
Page 174: Secure Boot Settings
Super X11DPFF-SNR User's Manual F.3 Secure Boot Settings To have the secure boot support, be sure to follow the steps below (Step 1 ~ Step 4). Step 1. Set Secure Boot Mode to Standard. Press Yes to install factory default keys as needed.
Page 175 Appendix F: Secure Boot Settings Step 2. For the changes to take effect, press <F4> to save the settings and exit the BIOS Setup utility. Step 3. Press <Del> during system boot to enter the BIOS Setup utility. Navigate to the Security tab and enter the Secure Boot menu.
Page 176 Super X11DPFF-SNR User's Manual Step 4. Press <Del> during system boot to enter the BIOS Setup utility. Navigate to the Security tab and enter the Secure Boot menu. Set Secure Boot to Enabled. For the changes to take effect, press <F4> to save the settings and exit the BIOS Setup utility.
Page 177: Key Management Settings
Appendix F: Secure Boot Settings F.4 Key Management Settings The Key Management menu as shown below, which is available when Secure Boot Mode is set to Custom, allows the secure boot keys to be installed via the external device and be involved in the secure boot process.
Page 178 Super X11DPFF-SNR User's Manual Restore Factory Keys  Select and press Yes to restore factory default secure boot keys and key variables. Also, it will reset the system to the User mode. The options are Yes and No. Reset To Setup Mode (available when the System Mode is in User ...
Page 179 Appendix F: Secure Boot Settings Export Secure Boot variables  Use this feature to export NVRAM content of secure boot variables to files in a root folder on a file system device. Enroll Efi Image  This feature is to enroll SHA256 hash of the binary into the Authorized Signature Data- base (DB) and to allow the image to run in the secure boot mode.
Page 180 Super X11DPFF-SNR User's Manual Remove 'UEFI CA' from DB (available when the system is not in Device  Guard Ready) Select and press Yes to remove Microsoft UEFI CA certificate from the DB. The options are Yes and No. Restore DB defaults ...
Page 181 Appendix F: Secure Boot Settings *Refer to the following settings for keys and signatures related to secure boot. Platform Key (PK)  The Platform Key (PK), which is pre-installed in firmware during manufacturing, provides full control of the secure boot key hierarchy. The options are Details, Export, Update, and Delete.
Page 182 Super X11DPFF-SNR User's Manual Export: Use the arrow keys to select Export. It is to save the current PKs to a FAT for- matted USB flash drive. Press <Enter> and the following screen will appear. Note: Refer to the right panel of the screen for the file formats accepted.
Page 183 Appendix F: Secure Boot Settings Update: Use the arrow keys to select Update. It is to load the factory defaults or load PKs from a file on the external device. Press <Enter> and the following screen will appear.
Page 184 Super X11DPFF-SNR User's Manual To load the factory defaults, navigate to Yes and press <Enter>. The following screen will appear. To load PKs from a file on the external device, navigate to No and press <Enter>.
Page 185 Appendix F: Secure Boot Settings When the following screen appears, select the USB flash drive that contains the desired file.
Page 186 Super X11DPFF-SNR User's Manual Press <Enter> and the following screen will appear. Delete: Use the arrow keys to select Delete and press <Enter> to clear the current PKs and reset the system to the Setup mode.
Page 187 Appendix F: Secure Boot Settings Key Exchange Key  The Key Exchange Key (KEK), which is held by the operating system vendor, can be updated by the holder of the PK and be used by secure boot to protect access to signa- tures databases.
Page 188 Super X11DPFF-SNR User's Manual Press <Enter> and the following screen will appear. To load the factory defaults, navigate to Yes and press <Enter>. The following screen will appear. To load KEKs from a file on the external device, navigate to No and press <Enter>. Refer...
Page 189 Appendix F: Secure Boot Settings Delete: Use the arrow keys to select Delete and press <Enter>. Navigate to Yes and press <Enter> to clear the current KEKs. Navigate to No and press <Enter> to delete only one certificate from the key database.
Page 190 Super X11DPFF-SNR User's Manual Authorized Signatures  Authorized Signature Database (DB) contains authorized signing certificates and digital signatures. The options are Details, Export, Update, Append, and Delete. Select Details to display detailed information of Authorized Signatures. Select Export to save the cur- rent DB to a FAT formatted USB flash drive.
Page 191 Appendix F: Secure Boot Settings Forbidden Signatures  Forbidden Signature Database (DBX), which is the inverse of DB, contains forbidden certificates and digital signatures. The options are Details, Export, Update, Append, and Delete. Select Details to display detailed information of Forbidden Signatures. Select Export to save the current DBX to a FAT formatted USB flash drive.
Page 192 Super X11DPFF-SNR User's Manual Authorized TimeStamps  Authorized Timestamp Database (DBT) is used to issue and check signed time stamp certificates. The options are Details, Export, Update, Append, and Delete. Select Details to display detailed information of Authorized Timestamps. Select Export to save the cur- rent DBT to a FAT formatted USB flash drive.
Page 193 Appendix F: Secure Boot Settings OsRecovery Signatures  OsRecovery Signatures Database (DBR) contains secure boot authorized recovery vari- ables. The options are Details, Export, Update, Append, and Delete. Select Details to display detailed information of OsRecovery Signatures. Select Export to save the current DBR to a FAT formatted USB flash drive.
Page 194: Pcie/Pci/Pnp Features
Super X11DPFF-SNR User's Manual Appendix G Configuring iSCSI Settings Internet small computer system interface (iSCSI) is a protocol that defines how block-level data transports between the iSCSI initiator and iSCSI target over an Internet protocol (IP) network. The iSCSI initiator (client/host) enables a connection to the iSCSI target and initiates I/O requests.
Page 195 Appendix G: Configuring iSCSI Settings Onboard LAN1 Option ROM Use the arrow keys to select Onboard LAN1 Option ROM and press <Enter>. The options are Disabled, Legacy, and EFI. Set this feature to EFI. Note: If Onboard LAN1 Option ROM is set to EFI, all features for onboard LAN op- tion ROM will be set to EFI by the EFI driver.
Page 196 Super X11DPFF-SNR User's Manual Ipv4 PXE Support/Ipv6 PXE Support To enable Ipv4/Ipv6 PXE boot support, use the arrow keys to select and set Ipv4 PXE Support/ Ipv6 PXE Support to Enabled. Note: Enable both Ipv4 PXE Support and Ipv6 PXE Support to have iSCSI settings available.
Page 197: Configuring Iscsi Settings
Appendix G: Configuring iSCSI Settings G.2 Configuring iSCSI Settings iSCSI Initiator Name Use this feature to enter the unique initiator name in iSCSI qualified name (IQN) format. Add an Attempt Use the arrow keys to select Add an Attempt.
Page 198 Super X11DPFF-SNR User's Manual Press <Enter> and the following screen will appear. Use the arrow keys to select the desired media access control address (MAC address), network interface card (NIC) port. Press <Enter> and the following screen will appear. iSCSI Attempt Name...
Page 199 Appendix G: Configuring iSCSI Settings iSCSI Mode Use this feature to set the iSCSI mode. The options are Disabled, Enabled, and Enabled for MPIO. Multipath I/O (MPIO) is a feature that allows the system to route I/O through the available paths if the active path fails (be sure to have more than one physical path connected to the system).
Page 200 Super X11DPFF-SNR User's Manual Connection Retry Count The valid range is 0~16. Use this feature to enter the number of logon sessions allowed for the iSCSI initiator to restart with the iSCSI target if the first logon connection fails. Connection Establishing Timeout Use this feature to set the logon connection establishing timeout (in milliseconds).
Page 201 Appendix G: Configuring iSCSI Settings OUI-format ISID This feature displays the default ISID in OUI format. The value (in six bytes) is derived from the MAC address of the NIC port that you selected earlier. Configure ISID Press <Enter> to configure the ISID. The default value is derived from the last three bytes of the OUI-format ISID.
Page 202 Super X11DPFF-SNR User's Manual Enable DHCP Use this feature to disable/enable dynamic host configuration protocol (DHCP) server service for the iSCSI initiator. The options are Disabled and Enabled. Note: Set the feature, Enable DHCP, to Disabled if you would like to specify the iSCSI initiator IP address/subnet mask/gateway.
Page 203 Appendix G: Configuring iSCSI Settings Initiator Subnet Mask (available when Enable DHCP is set to Disabled) Use this feature to enter the desired iSCSI initiator subnet mask. Gateway (available when Enable DHCP is set to Disabled) Use this feature to enter the desired iSCSI initiator gateway.
Page 204 Super X11DPFF-SNR User's Manual Get target info via DHCP (available when Enable DHCP is set to Enabled) Use this feature to disable/enable dynamic host configuration protocol (DHCP) server service for the iSCSI target. The options are Disabled and Enabled. Note 1: Set the feature, Get target info via DHCP, to Disabled if you would like to specify the iSCSI target name/IP address/boot LUN.
Page 205 Appendix G: Configuring iSCSI Settings Target Address Use this feature to enter the desired iSCSI target IP address. Target Port This feature displays the iSCSI target port. Boot LUN Use this feature to enter the LUN ID of boot LUN.
Page 206 Super X11DPFF-SNR User's Manual Authentication Type Use this feature to set the authentication method. The options are CHAP and None. Note: Challenge handshake authentication protocol (CHAP) is a protocol used to verify the identity of the peer of a connection.
Page 207 Appendix G: Configuring iSCSI Settings CHAP Name (available when Authentication Type is set to CHAP) Use this feature to enter the CHAP name authenticated by the iSCSI target. CHAP Secret (available when Authentication Type is set to CHAP) Use this feature to enter the CHAP secret (12~16 characters) authenticated by the iSCSI target.
Page 208 Super X11DPFF-SNR User's Manual CHAP Status This feature displays the CHAP status. Reverse CHAP Name (available when CHAP Type is set to Mutual) Use this feature to enter the CHAP name authenticated by the iSCSI initiator.
Page 209 Appendix G: Configuring iSCSI Settings Reverse CHAP Secret (available when CHAP Type is set to Mutual) Use this feature to enter the CHAP secret (12~16 characters) authenticated by the iSCSI initiator. Reverse CHAP Status (available when CHAP Type is set to Mutual) This feature displays the reverse CHAP status.
Page 210 Super X11DPFF-SNR User's Manual Save Changes Use the arrow keys to select Save Changes and press <Enter> to save settings shown on the screen. Note: For the changes to take effect, save settings and restart the system. Back to Previous Page...
Page 211 Appendix G: Configuring iSCSI Settings The user will be returned to the main screen of iSCSI Configuration as shown below. Delete Attempts Use the arrow keys to select Delete Attempts. Press <Enter> and the following screen will appear.
Page 212 Super X11DPFF-SNR User's Manual Attempt 1 Use the feature to disable/enable Attempt 1. The options are Disabled and Enabled. Attempt 2 Use the feature to disable/enable Attempt 2. The options are Disabled and Enabled.
Page 213 Appendix G: Configuring iSCSI Settings Commit Changes and Exit Press <Enter> to save changes and return to the main screen of iSCSI Configuration. Discard Changes and Exit Press <Enter> to return to the main screen of iSCSI Configuration without any change.
Page 214 Super X11DPFF-SNR User's Manual Change Attempt Order Use the arrow keys to select Change Attempt Order. Press <Enter> and the following screen will appear.
Page 215 Appendix G: Configuring iSCSI Settings Change Attempt Order This feature is to change the Attempt order. Use arrow keys to select the desired Attempt, then <+/-> keys to move up/down the selected Attempt. For instance, move up the selected Attempt by using <+> key. Move down the selected Attempt by using <-> key. Commit Changes and Exit Press <Enter>...
Page 216: Appendix H Configuring Network Interface Card (Nic) Settings
Super X11DPFF-SNR User's Manual Appendix H Configuring Network Interface Card (NIC) Settings The appendix describes settings of onboard Intel® LAN devices via the BIOS Setup utility supported by the Unified Extensible Firmware Interface (UEFI) driver. H.1 Network Interface Card (NIC) Settings Press <Del>...
Page 217 Appendix H: Configuring Network Interface Card (NIC) Settings Onboard LAN1 Option ROM (available when NIC(s) is(are) detected by the system) Use the arrow keys to select Onboard LAN1 Option ROM and press <Enter>. The options are Disabled, Legacy, and EFI. Set this feature to EFI. Note : If Onboard LAN1 Option ROM is set to EFI, all features for onboard LAN op- tion ROM will be set to EFI by the EFI driver.
Page 218 Super X11DPFF-SNR User's Manual Use the arrow keys to select the desired onboard LAN device as shown below. Press <Enter> and the following screen will appear. It displays the detailed information for the selected onboard LAN device.
Page 219 Appendix H: Configuring Network Interface Card (NIC) Settings Blink LEDs This feature allows the user to set the LED blink duration (in seconds). The valid range is 0~15 (seconds). NIC Configuration Use the arrow keys to select NIC Configuration.
Page 220 Super X11DPFF-SNR User's Manual Press <Enter> and the following screen will appear. Wake on LAN Use the arrow keys to select Wake On LAN and press <Enter>. The following screen will appear. The options are Disabled and Enabled. Set this feature to support system wake-up...

Supermicro X11DPFF-SNR User Manual

Chapter 1 Introduction

Chapter 2 Installation

Chapter 3 Troubleshooting

Chapter 4 UEFI BIOS

Appendix A UEFI BIOS POST Codes

Appendix B Software Installation

Appendix C Standardized Warning Statements

Appendix D UEFI BIOS Recovery

Appendix E Configuring VROC RAID Settings

Appendix H Configuring Network Interface Card (NIC) Settings

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