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  • Page 1 UpER ERvER 1029U-E S ERiES 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 About this Manual This manual is written for professional system integrators and PC technicians. It provides information for the installation and use of the SuperServer 1029U-E Series. Installation and maintainance should be performed by experienced technicians only. Please refer to the 1029U-E Series server specifications page on our website for updates on supported memory, processors and operating systems (http://www.supermicro.com).

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    SuperServer 1029U-E Series User's Manual Contents Chapter 1 Introduction 1.1 Overview ..........................8 1.2 Unpacking the System ......................8 1.3 System Features ........................9 1.4 Chassis Features .......................10 Control Panel ........................10 Chassis Front ........................11 Chassis Rear ........................12 1.5 Motherboard Layout ......................13 Quick Reference .......................14 System Block Diagram ......................16...
  • Page 5 Preface Chapter 3 Maintenance and Component Installation 3.1 Removing Power ........................26 3.2 Accessing the System ......................27 3.3 Motherboard Components ....................28 Processor and Heatsink Installation ..................28 The Processor .......................28 The Processor Carrier Assembly ...................29 Overview of the Processor Heatsink Module ..............30 Creating the Non-F Model Processor Carrier Assembly ..........31 Creating the F Model Processor Carrier Assembly ............32 Assembling the Processor Heatsink Module ..............33...
  • Page 6 SuperServer 1029U-E Series User's Manual Chapter 4 Motherboard Connections 4.1 Power Connections ......................56 4.2 Headers and Connectors ....................57 Control Panel .........................61 4.3 Input/Output Ports ......................64 Rear I/O Ports ........................64 4.4 Jumpers ..........................65 Explanation of Jumpers ....................65 4.5 LED Indicators ........................67 4.6 Storage Ports ........................69...
  • Page 7 SuperServer 1029U-E Series User's Manual Contacting Supermicro Contacting Supermicro Headquarters Address: Super Micro Computer, Inc. 980 Rock Ave. San Jose, CA 95131 U.S.A. Tel: +1 (408) 503-8000 Fax: +1 (408) 503-8008 Email: marketing@supermicro.com (General Information) support@supermicro.com (Technical Support) Website: www.supermicro.com...

  • Page 8: Chapter 1 Introduction

    SuperServer 1029U-E Series User's Manual Chapter 1 Introduction 1.1 Overview This chapter provides a brief outline of the functions and features of the 1029U-E Series server. It is based on the X11DPU motherboard and the SC119UE1C-R751-T Rev.C chassis. It can be beneficial as a general purpose server, a storage head node, or in virtualizaion environments.

  • Page 9: System Features

    Note: The Intel Xeon Processor Scalable Family includes Platinum 8100 processors, Gold 6100/5100 processors, Silver 4100 processors, and Bronze 3100 processors. For the latest CPU/memory updates, refer to our website at http://www.supermicro.com/products/motherboard/Xeon/C620/X11DPU.cfm. Memory Up to 3 TB 3DS Load Reduced DIMM (LRDIMM), or Registered DIMM (RDIMM), ECC DDR4 up to 2666 MT/s modules in 24 slots;...

  • Page 10: Chassis Features

    SuperServer 1029U-E Series User's Manual 1.4 Chassis Features Control Panel Power switches and status LEDs are located on the control panel on the front of the chassis. Figure 1-1. Control Panel Control Panel Features Item Features Description The main power switch applies or removes primary power from the power supply to Power button the server but maintains standby power.

  • Page 11: Chassis Front

    Chapter 1: Introduction Chassis Front The illustration below shows the features included on the front of the chassis. Figure 1-2. Front View Chassis Front Features Item Features Description Control Panel Power buttons and status indicators Two USB 3.0 ports Storage Drives Ten 2.5"...

  • Page 12: Chassis Rear

    SuperServer 1029U-E Series User's Manual Chassis Rear The illustration below shows the features included on the rear of the chassis. Power supply modules display status lights. Figure 1-3. Rear View Chassis Rear Features Item Features Description Power Supplies Two 750 W redundant power supply modules, PWS1 on the left, PWS2 on the right Two or four LAN ports, depending on your Ultra riser card (see Section 1.1...

  • Page 13: Motherboard Layout

    Chapter 1: Introduction 1.5 Motherboard Layout Below is a layout of the X11DPU with jumper, connector and LED locations shown. See the table on the following page for descriptions. For detailed descriptions, pinout information and jumper settings, refer to Chapter 4. LED1 IPMI_LAN COM1...

  • Page 14: Quick Reference

    Chassis intrusion header NVMe SMBus (I C) headers used for PCI-E hot-plug SMBus clock and data connections JNVI C1/2 (a proprietary NVMe add-on card and cable are required; available only for Supermicro complete systems) JRK1 RAID_Key for onboard NVMe devices JSD1/JSD2...
  • Page 15 Chapter 1: Introduction Connector Description USB2 USB 3.0 Type A Header VGA Port Description State: Status LED1 UID (Unit Identifier) LED Solid Blue: Unit Identified LEDM1 BMC Heartbeat LED Blinking Green: BMC Normal LEDPWR Onboard Power LED Solid Green: Power On Memory LED Description Status...

  • Page 16: System Block Diagram

    SuperServer 1029U-E Series User's Manual System Block Diagram 4x GbE ports (E1CR4) 2x 10GbE ports (E1CRT / E1CRTP) 2x GbE + 2x 10GbE ports (E1CRTP2) PCI-E x8 Slot 2x 25GbE ports (E1CR25M) Drive bays PCI-E x16 Slot BCM 3008 or...

  • Page 17: Where To Get Replacement Components

    For faster service, RMA authorizations may be requested online (http://www.supermicro.com/ support/rma/). Whenever possible, repack the chassis in the original Supermicro carton, using the original packaging material. If these are no longer available, be sure to pack the chassis securely, using packaging material to surround the chassis so that it does not shift within the carton and become damaged during shipping.

  • Page 18: Chapter 2 Server Installation

    SuperServer 1029U-E Series User's Manual Chapter 2 Server Installation 2.1 Overview This chapter provides advice and instructions for mounting your system in a server rack. If your system is not already fully integrated with processors, system memory etc., refer to Chapter 4 for details on installing those specific components.

  • Page 19: Server Precautions

    Chapter 2: Server Installation • In single rack installations, stabilizers should be attached to the rack. In multiple rack in- stallations, the racks should be coupled together. • Always make sure the rack is stable before extending a server or other component from the rack.

  • Page 20: Circuit Overloading

    SuperServer 1029U-E Series User's Manual Circuit Overloading Consideration should be given to the connection of the equipment to the power supply circuitry and the effect that any possible overloading of circuits might have on overcurrent protection and power supply wiring. Appropriate consideration of equipment nameplate ratings should be used when addressing this concern.

  • Page 21: Installing The Rails

    Chapter 2: Server Installation 2.3 Installing the Rails There are a variety of rack units on the market, which may require a slightly different assembly procedure. This rail set fits a rack between 25.6" and 33" deep. The following is a basic guideline for installing the system into a rack with the rack mounting hardware provided.

  • Page 22: Installing The Outer Rails Onto The Rack

    SuperServer 1029U-E Series User's Manual Installing the Outer Rails onto the Rack Each end of the assembled outer rail includes a bracket with square pegs to fit into your rack holes. If you have an older rack with round holes, these brackets must be removed, and you must use screws to secure the rail to the rack.

  • Page 23: Installing The Chassis Into A Rack

    Chapter 2: Server Installation 2.4 Installing the Chassis into a Rack Once rails are attached to the chassis and the rack, you can install the server. 1. Pull the middle rail out of the front of the outer rail and make sure that the ball bearing shuttle is locked at the front of the middle rail.

  • Page 24: Removing The Chassis From The Rack

    SuperServer 1029U-E Series User's Manual Removing the Chassis from the Rack Caution! It is dangerous for a single person to off-load the heavy chassis from the rack without assistance. Be sure to have sufficient assistance supporting the chassis when removing it from the rack.

  • Page 25: Installing The Server Into A Telco Rack

    Chapter 2: Server Installation Installing the Server into a Telco Rack To install the server into a Telco (or “open”) type rack, use L-shaped brackets (p/n MCP-290- 00015-0N) on either side of the chassis (four total). 1. Determine how far the server will extend out from the front of the rack. The chassis should be positioned so that the weight is balanced between front and back.

  • Page 26: Chapter 3 Maintenance And Component Installation

    SuperServer 1029U-E Series User's Manual Chapter 3 Maintenance and Component Installation This chapter provides instructions on installing and replacing main system components. To prevent compatibility issues, only use components that match the specifications and/or part numbers given. Installation or replacement of most components require that power first be removed from the system.

  • Page 27: Accessing The System

    Chapter 3: Maintenance and Component Installation 3.2 Accessing the System The SC119U chassis features a removable top cover, which allows easy access to the inside of the chassis. Removing the Top Cover 1. Press the two release buttons and slide the cover toward the rear. 2.

  • Page 28: Motherboard Components

    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 only. Your components may look different.

  • Page 29: The Processor Carrier Assembly

    Chapter 3: Maintenance and Component Installation The Processor Carrier Assembly The processor carrier assembly is the processor and a plastic carrier. Processor Non-F Model F Model Processor Carrier...

  • Page 30: Overview Of The Processor Heatsink Module

    SuperServer 1029U-E Series User's Manual Overview of the Processor Heatsink Module The Processor Heatsink Module (PHM) contains a heatsink, a processor carrier, and the Intel Xeon processor. Non-F Model F Model Heatsink with Thermal Grease Processor Carrier Processor Processor Heatsink Module...

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

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

  • Page 32: Creating The F Model Processor Carrier Assembly

    SuperServer 1029U-E Series User's Manual Creating the F Model Processor Carrier Assembly To install a F model processor into the processor carrier, follow the steps below: 1. Hold the processor with the LGA lands (gold contacts) facing up. Locate the small, gold triangle in the corner of the processor and the corresponding hollowed triangle on the processor carrier.

  • Page 33: Assembling The Processor Heatsink Module

    Chapter 3: Maintenance and Component Installation Assembling the Processor Heatsink Module After creating the processor carrier assembly, mount it onto the heatsink to create the processor heatsink module (PHM): 1. Note the label on top of the heatsink, which marks the heatsink mounting holes as 1, 2, 3, and 4.

  • Page 34: Preparing The Cpu Socket For Installation

    SuperServer 1029U-E Series User's Manual Preparing the CPU Socket for Installation This motherboard comes with a plastic protective cover on the CPU socket. Remove it carefully to install the Processor Heatsink Module (PHM). CPU Socket with Plastic Protective Cover Remove the plastic protective cover from the CPU socket.

  • Page 35: Installing The Processor Heatsink Module

    Chapter 3: Maintenance and Component Installation Installing the Processor Heatsink Module After assembling the Processor Heatsink Module (PHM), install it onto the CPU socket: 1. Align hole 1 of the heatsink with the printed triangle on the CPU socket. See the left image below.

  • Page 36: Installing A Host Fabric Interface Card To An F Model Processor

    SuperServer 1029U-E Series User's Manual Installing a Host Fabric Interface Card to an F Model Processor A host fabric interface (HFI) carrier card can be connected the JHFI sideband header and to an F model processor. Two HFI headers are located on the X11DPU motherboard. JHFI1 is used for CPU 1, and JHFI2 is for CPU2.

  • Page 37: Memory

    (128-bit) memory, which is faster than non-interleaved (64-bit) memory. Check the Supermicro website for possible updates to memory support. DDR4 Memory Support for the [processor] Platform Speed (MT/s);...
  • Page 38 SuperServer 1029U-E Series User's Manual DIMM Mixing Rules All DIMMs must be DDR4 DIMMs only. X4 and X8 DIMMs can be mixed in the same channel. Mixing of LRDIMMs and RDIMMs is not allowed in the same channel, across different channels, and across different sockets.
  • Page 39 Chapter 3: Maintenance and Component Installation (DDR4 Only) 2SPC Memory Configuration with x8 DIMMs Total # of DDR Channel Number Virtual DIMMs Lock Ranks Step DIMM Population 1 x8 Must be installed on IMC0 DDR within an IMC DIMM Channel 0 >1 SVLS (Note: Uniformly...
  • Page 40 SuperServer 1029U-E Series User's Manual (DDR4 Only) 2SPC Memory Configuration with x4 DIMMs Total # of DDR Channel Number Adaptive DIMMs Virtual Lock Ranks Step DIMM 1 x4 DIMM Must be installed on iMC0 DDR Y, only Bank VLS Population Channel 0 >1...

  • Page 41: Memory Installation

    Chapter 3: Maintenance and Component Installation Memory Installation BIOS DESIGNED IN USA X11DPU LICENSE REV:1.10 BAR CODE IPMI CODE CPU1 CPU2 Figure 3-3. Installing DIMMs Installing Memory Begin by removing power from the system as described in Section 3.1. 1. Starting with P1-DIMMA1, push the release tabs outwards on both ends of the DIMM slot to unlock it.

  • Page 42: Motherboard Battery

    SuperServer 1029U-E Series User's Manual Motherboard Battery The motherboard uses non-volatile memory to retain system information when system power is removed. This memory is powered by a lithium battery residing on the motherboard. Replacing the Battery Begin by removing power from the system as described in section 3.1.

  • Page 43: Chassis Components

    Blinking at 1 Hz Attention state—do not remove NVMe device (not supported in VMD mode) Note: Enterprise level hard disk drives are recommended for use in Supermicro chassis and servers. For information on recommended HDDs, visit the Supermicro website product pages at https://www.supermicro.com/products/nfo/Ultra.cfm.
  • Page 44 SuperServer 1029U-E Series User's Manual Removing a Hot-Swap Drive Carrier from the Chassis 1. Press the release button on the drive carrier, which will extend the drive carrier handle. 2. Use the drive carrier handle to pull the drive out of the chassis.
  • Page 45 Chapter 3: Maintenance and Component Installation Installing a Drive 1. Remove the dummy drive, which comes pre-installed in the drive carrier, by removing the screws securing the dummy drive to the carrier. These screws are not used to mount the actual hard drive. Figure 3-6.

  • Page 46: System Cooling

    SuperServer 1029U-E Series User's Manual System Cooling Eight 4-cm counter-rotating fans provide the cooling for the system. Each fan unit is actually made up of two fans joined back-to-back, which rotate in opposite directions. This counter- rotating action generates exceptional airflow and works to dampen vibration levels.

  • Page 47: System Fan Replacement

    2. Unplug the fan cable from the serverboard and remove the failed fan from the chassis. 3. Replace the failed fan with an identical 4cm fan, available from Supermicro. 4. Push the new fan into the vacant space in the housing while making sure the arrows on the top of the fan (indicating air direction) point in the same direction as the arrows on the other fans.

  • Page 48: Installing The Air Shroud

    SuperServer 1029U-E Series User's Manual Installing the Air Shroud Air shrouds concentrate airflow to maximize fan efficiency. The serverboard air shroud does not require screws to install. Installing the Air Shroud 1. Position the air shroud in the chassis as illustrated below.

  • Page 49: Checking The Server Air Flow

    Overheat Temperature Setting Some backplanes allow the overheat temperature to be set at 45, 50, or 55 by changing a jumper setting. For more information, consult the backplane user manual at www.supermicro. com. (Click Support, then the Manuals link.) Responses If the server overheats: 1.

  • Page 50: Power Supply

    • Solid Amber: When illuminated, indicates that the power supply is plugged in, and is in an abnormal state. The system might need service. Please contact Supermicro technical support. Changing the Power Supply Module: 1. Unplug the AC cord from the module to be replaced.

  • Page 51: Pci Expansion Cards

    (CPU2) Full Height, full length x16 (CPU2) Full height = 4.2", Low profile = 2.5", Full length = 10.5", Half length = 6.6" * This slot supports only Supermicro SAS Cards listed below. Supermicro SAS Cards Part Number Description AOC-S3008L-L8e...
  • Page 52 SuperServer 1029U-E Series User's Manual Installing a Full Height or GPU Expansion Card 1. Power down the system as described in section 3.1 and remove the cover. 2. Remove the bracket and sections of the chassis in the rear. Figure 3-12. Riser Card Bracket and Expansion Slots 3.
  • Page 53 Chapter 3: Maintenance and Component Installation Internal Expansion Card Expansion Cards Figure 3-13. Expansion cards Installed...

  • Page 54: Internal Expansion Card

    SuperServer 1029U-E Series User's Manual Internal Expansion Card For most models, the pre-installed Ultra riser card that holds your LAN ports also offers another internal low profile card slot for Supermicro SAS only. Installing the Internal Expansion Card 1. Remove the cover.

  • Page 55: Removing The Ultra Riser Card

    Chapter 3: Maintenance and Component Installation Removing the Ultra Riser Card To remove the Ultra riser card, use two hands. One hand lifts the mylar release tab and the other hand lifts at the PCI-E x8 slot at the same time. Caution: Lifting at only one of these points may cause damage to connectors on the motherboard.

  • Page 56: Chapter 4 Motherboard Connections

    SuperServer 1029U-E Series User's Manual Chapter 4 Motherboard Connections This section describes the connections on the motherboard and provides pinout definitions. Note that depending on how the system is configured, not all connections are required. The LEDs on the motherboard are also described here. A severboard layout indicating component locations may be found in Chapter 1.

  • Page 57: Headers And Connectors

    HFI sideband cable to connect the carrier card to the JHFI headers, and use an appropriate IFP (Internal-Faceplate-to-Processor) cable (available from Supermicro) to connect the carrier card to the F model processor to enhance system performance. Note that in a dual-processor system, JHFI1 is used for CPU1, and JHFI2 is for CPU2.
  • Page 58 SuperServer 1029U-E Series User's Manual T-SGPIO3 Header A Serial General Purpose Input/Output header (T-SGPIO3) is located next to the TPM/Port 80 on the motherboard. This header is used to communicate with the enclosure management chip on the backplane. SGPIO Header...
  • Page 59 Intel C621 chipset. In addition, it also has six S-SATA 3.0 ports (S-SATA0-3, S-SATA4/ S-SATA5) that are supported by the Intel SCU. S-SATA4/5 can be used with Supermicro SuperDOMs which are yellow SATA DOM connectors with power pins built in, and do not require external power cables.
  • Page 60 C1/2), used for PCI-E SMBus clock and data connections, provide hot-plug support thruough a dedicated SMBus interface. This feature is only available for a Supermicro complete system with a proprietary NVMe add-on card and cable installed. NVMe SMBus Header Pin Definitions...

  • Page 61: Control Panel

    Chapter 4: Motherboard Connections Control Panel JF1 contains header pins for various control panel connections. See the figure below for the pin locations and definitions of the control panel buttons and LED indicators. All JF1 wires have been bundled into a single cable to simplify this connection. Make sure the red wire plugs into pin 1 as marked on the motherboard.
  • Page 62 SuperServer 1029U-E Series User's Manual Power Fail LED The Power Fail LED connection is located on pins 5 and 6 of JF1. Power Fail LED Pin Definitions (JF1) Pin# Definition 3.3V PWR Supply Fail Overheat (OH)/Fan Fail Connect an LED cable to pins 7 and 8 of JF1 to use the Overheat/Fan Fail LED connections.
  • Page 63 Chapter 4: Motherboard Connections Power LED The Power LED connection is located on pins 15 and 16 of JF1. Power LED Pin Definitions (JF1) Pin# Definition 3.3V Power LED NMI Button The non-maskable interrupt button header is located on pins 19 and 20 of JF1. NMI Button Pin Definitions (JF1) Pin#...

  • Page 64: Input/Output Ports

    SuperServer 1029U-E Series User's Manual 4.3 Input/Output Ports Rear I/O Ports See the figure below for the locations and descriptions of the I/O ports on the rear of the motherboard. Figure 4-2. Rear I/O Ports Rear I/O Ports Description USB 0 (3.0) USB 1 (3.0)

  • Page 65: Jumpers

    Chapter 4: Motherboard Connections 4.4 Jumpers Explanation of Jumpers To modify the operation of the motherboard, jumpers are used to choose between optional settings. Jumpers create shorts between two pins to change the function associated with it. Pin 1 is identified with a square solder pad on the printed circuit board. See the motherboard layout page for jumper locations.
  • Page 66 SuperServer 1029U-E Series User's Manual VGA Enable/Disable JPG1 allows you to enable or disable the VGA port using the onboard graphics controller. The default setting is Enabled. VGA Enable/Disable Jumper Settings Jumper Setting Definition Pins 1-2 Enabled Pins 2-3 Disabled Watch Dog JWD controls the Watch Dog function.

  • Page 67: Led Indicators

    Chapter 4: Motherboard Connections 4.5 LED Indicators LAN LEDs The Ethernet ports each have two LEDs. One LED indicates activity when flashing, while the other LED may be green, amber or off to indicate the speed of the connection. LAN LED (Connection Speed Indicator) LED Color...
  • Page 68 SuperServer 1029U-E Series User's Manual BMC Heartbeat LED LEDM1 is the BMC heartbeat LED. When the LED is blinking green, BMC is functioning normally. Onboard Power LED Indicator LED Color Definition Green: BMC Normal Blinking Memory Fault Indication LEDs The memory fault LEDs provide visual notification to a service technician which memory DIMM slot(s) are at fault due to un-correctable memory errors during POST (Power-On Self- Test).

  • Page 69: Storage Ports

    Chapter 4: Motherboard Connections 4.6 Storage Ports SATA Ports The X11DPU includes a total of 10 SATA ports. I-SATA0–5 on the motherboard includes two SATA 3.0 ports (I-SATA0 and I-SATA1, which have white connectors). An additional SATA controller provides four more SATA 2.0 ports (S-SATA1–4). SATA Port Types Ports Type...

  • Page 70: Chapter 5 Software

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

  • Page 71: Driver Installation

    Chapter 5: Software 5.2 Driver Installation The Supermicro FTP site contains drivers and utilities for your system at ftp://ftp.supermicro. com. Some of these must be installed, such as the chipset driver. After accessing the FTP site, go into the CDR_Images directory and locate the ISO file for your motherboard.

  • Page 72: Superdoctor ® 5

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

  • Page 73: Ipmi

    The X11DPU supports the Inteliigent Platform Management Interface (IPMI). IPMI is used to provide remote access, monitoring and management. There are several BIOS settings that are related to IPMI. For general documentation and information on IPMI, please visit our website at: http://www.supermicro.com/products/nfo/IPMI.cfm.

  • Page 74: Chapter 6 Bios

    SuperServer 1029U-E Series User's Manual Chapter 6 BIOS 6.1 Introduction This chapter describes the AMI BIOS setup utility for the X11DPU and provides the instructions on navigating the setup screens. The BIOS is stored in a Flash EEPROM and can be updated.
  • Page 75 HH:MM:SS format. Note: The time is in the 24-hour format. For example, 5:30 P.M. appears as 17:30:00. The date's default value is 01/01/2016 after RTC reset. Supermicro X11DPU (Motherboard model) BIOS Version Build Date (of the BIOS) CPLD (Complex Programmable Logic Device) Version: This item displays the CPLD version used in the system.

  • Page 76: Advanced Setup Configurations

    SuperServer 1029U-E Series User's Manual 6.3 Advanced Setup Configurations Use the arrow keys to select the Advanced tab and press <Enter> to access the submenu items. Caution: Take caution when changing the Advanced settings. An incorrect value, a very high DRAM frequency, or an incorrect DRAM timing setting may make the system unstable.
  • Page 77 Chapter 6: BIOS Wait For "F1" If Error Use this feature to force the system to wait until the 'F1' key is pressed if an error occurs. The options are Disabled and Enabled. INT19 (Interrupt 19) Trap Response Interrupt 19 is the software interrupt that handles the boot disk function. When this item is set to Immediate, the ROM BIOS of the host adaptors will "capture"...
  • Page 78 SuperServer 1029U-E Series User's Manual Throttle on Power Fail Throttling improves reliability and reduces power consumption in the processor via automatic voltage control during processor idle states. Select Enabled to decrease the system power by throttling CPU frequency when one power supply is failed. The options are Disabled and Enabled.
  • Page 79 Chapter 6: BIOS Intel Virtualization Technology (Available when supported by the CPU) Select Enable to use Intel® Virtualization Technology so that I/O device assignments will be reported directly to the VMM (Virtual Memory Management) through the DMAR ACPI Tables. This feature offers fully-protected I/O resource-sharing across the Intel® platforms, providing the user with greater reliability, security and availability in networking and data-sharing.
  • Page 80 SuperServer 1029U-E Series User's Manual Advanced Power Management Configuration CPU P State Control SpeedStep (Pstates) EIST (Enhanced Intel® SpeedStep™ Technology) allows the system to automatically adjust processor voltage and core frequency to reduce power consumption and heat dissipation. The options are Disable and Enable.
  • Page 81 Chapter 6: BIOS Package C State Control Package C State This feature allows the user to set the limit on the C-State package register. The options are C0/C1 state, C2 state, C6 (non Retention) state, C6 (Retention) state, No Limit, and Auto.
  • Page 82 SuperServer 1029U-E Series User's Manual Link L1 Enable Select Enable for the QPI to enter the L1 state for power saving. The options are Dis- able, Enable, and Auto. IO Directory Cache (IODC) Use this feature to enable the IO Directory Cache (IODC) support. The options are Dis- able, Auto, Enable for Remote InvItoM Hybrid Push, InvItoM AllocFlow, Enable for Re- mote InvItoM Hybrid AllocNonAlloc, and Enable for Remote InvItoM and Remote WViLF.
  • Page 83 Chapter 6: BIOS Memory Topology  The following information will be displayed: P1 DIMMA1/P1 DIMMB1/P1 DIMMC1/P1 DIMMD1/P1 DIMME1/P1 DIMMF1 Memory RAS (Reliability_Availability_Serviceability) Configuration  Memory RAS Configuration Setup Use this submenu to configure the following Memory RAS settings. Static Virtual Lockstep Mode Select Enable to support the static virtual lockstep mode.
  • Page 84 SuperServer 1029U-E Series User's Manual memory. The failing DIMM or memory rank will then be disabled. The options are Dis- able and Enable. Patrol Scrub Patrol Scrubbing is a process that allows the CPU to correct correctable memory errors detected on a memory module and send the correction to the requestor (the original source).
  • Page 85 Chapter 6: BIOS MCP1 (IIO PCIe Br5) This item configures the PCI-E port Bifuraction setting for a PCI-E port specified by the user. The options are x16 and Auto.  P1_NVMe0 Link Speed Use this feature to select the link speed for the PCIe port. The options are Auto, Gen 1 (2.5 GT/s), Gen 2 (5 GT/s), and Gen 3 (8 GT/s).
  • Page 86 SuperServer 1029U-E Series User's Manual PCI-E Port Link Status PCI-E Port Link Max PCI-E Port Link Speed PCI-E Port Max Payload Size Select Auto for the system BIOS to automatically set the maximum payload value for a PCI-E device to enhance system performance. The options are 128B, 256B, and Auto.
  • Page 87 Chapter 6: BIOS AOC-URN6-i2XT NVME4 (Available when the device is detected by  the system) Link Speed This feature allows the user to select PCI-E support for the device installed in the system. The options are Auto, Gen 1 (2.5 GT/s), Gen 2 (5 GT/s), and Gen 3 (8 GT/s). PCI-E Port Link Status PCI-E Port Link Max PCI-E Port Link Speed...
  • Page 88 SuperServer 1029U-E Series User's Manual PCI-E Port Link Status PCI-E Port Link Max PCI-E Port Link Speed PCI-E Port Max Payload Size Select Auto for the system BIOS to automatically set the maximum payload value for a PCI-E device to enhance system performance. The options are 128B, 256B, and Auto.
  • Page 89 Chapter 6: BIOS PCI-E Port Link Status PCI-E Port Link Max PCI-E Port Link Speed PCI-E Port Max Payload Size Select Auto for the system BIOS to automatically set the maximum payload value for a PCI-E device to enhance system performance. The options are 128B, 256B, and Auto.
  • Page 90 SuperServer 1029U-E Series User's Manual (Intel IO Acceleration) IOAT Configuration  Disable TPH Select Yes to deactivate TLP Processing Hint support. The options are No and Yes. Prioritize TPH Use this feature to enable the prioritize TPH support. The options are Enable and Disable.
  • Page 91 Chapter 6: BIOS Intel VMD technology  The Intel Volume Management Device (VMD) is a host bridge to a secondary PCIe domain to provide more bus resources. Intel VMD for Volume Management Device on CPU1  VMD Config for PStack0 Intel®...
  • Page 92 SuperServer 1029U-E Series User's Manual Hot Plug Capable (Available when the device is detected by the system) Use this feature to enable the hot plug support for PCIe root ports 2A~2D. The op- tions are Disable and Enable. VMD Config for PStack2 Intel®...
  • Page 93 Chapter 6: BIOS *If the item above "Intel® VMD for Volume Management Device" is set to Enable, the following items will be displayed: RSC-UMR-8 SLOT1 VMD (Available when the device is detected by the system) Select Enable to use the Intel® Volume Management Device Technology for this device.
  • Page 94 SuperServer 1029U-E Series User's Manual IIO-PCIE Express Global Options PCI-E Completion Timeout Disable Use this feature for PCI-E Completion Timeout support for electric tuning. The options are Yes, No, and Per-Port. South Bridge The following South Bridge information will be displayed: •...
  • Page 95 Chapter 6: BIOS PCH SATA Configuration SATA Controller This item enables or disables the onboard SATA controller supported by the Intel® PCH chip The options are Disable and Enable. Configure SATA as Select AHCI to configure a SATA drive specified by the user as an AHCI drive. Select RAID to configure a SATA drive specified by the user as a RAID drive.
  • Page 96 SuperServer 1029U-E Series User's Manual SATA RSTe Boot Info Select Enable to provide the full int13h support for SATA controller attached devices. The options are Disable and Enable. Aggressive Link Power Management When this item is set to Enable, the SATA AHCI controller manages the power usage of the SATA link.
  • Page 97 Chapter 6: BIOS SATA HDD Unlock Select Enable to unlock the HDD password. The options are Disable and Enable. Aggressive Link Power Management When this item is set to Enable, the SATA AHCI controller manages the power usage of the SATA link.
  • Page 98 SuperServer 1029U-E Series User's Manual • Model number of drive and capacity • Software Preserve Support Hot Plug (sSATA Port 0~ Port 5) Select Enabled to enable a SATA port specified by the user. The options are Disable and Enable.
  • Page 99 Chapter 6: BIOS Maximum Read Request Select Auto to allow the system BIOS to automatically set the maximum read request size for a PCI-E device to enhance system performance. The options are Auto, 128 Bytes, 256 Bytes, 512 Bytes, 1024 Bytes, 2048 Bytes, and 4096 Bytes. MMCFG Base Use this feature to select the default value for the PCI MMIO (Memory-Mapped IO) base address.
  • Page 100 SuperServer 1029U-E Series User's Manual (Available when the device is detected by the / AOC-URN6-i2XT NVMe2 OPROM system) Use the above four items to select the type of the device installed on an NVMe port specified by the user for system boot. The options are Disabled, Legacy, and EFI.
  • Page 101 Chapter 6: BIOS  Serial Port 1 Configuration Serial Port 1 Configuration This submenu allows the user the configure settings of Serial Port 1. Serial Port 1 Select Enabled to enable the selected onboard serial port. The options are Disabled and Enabled.
  • Page 102 SuperServer 1029U-E Series User's Manual Serial Port Console Redirection COM1 Console Redirection Select Enabled to enable console redirection support for a serial port specified by the user. The options are Disabled and Enabled. *If the item above is set to Enabled, the following items will become available for user's configuration: Console Redirection Settings...
  • Page 103 Chapter 6: BIOS Stop Bits A stop bit indicates the end of a serial data packet. Select 1 Stop Bit for standard serial data communication. Select 2 Stop Bits if slower devices are used. The options are 1 and 2. Flow Control Use this feature to set the flow control for Console Redirection to prevent data loss caused by buffer overflow.
  • Page 104 SuperServer 1029U-E Series User's Manual Console Redirection Settings This feature allows the user to specify how the host computer will exchange data with the client computer, which is the remote computer used by the user. Console Redirection Settings Terminal Type This feature allows the user to select the target terminal emulation type for Console Redirection.
  • Page 105 Chapter 6: BIOS VT-UTF8 Combo Key Support Select Enabled to enable VT-UTF8 Combination Key support for ANSI/VT100 terminals. The options are Disabled and Enabled. Recorder Mode Select Enabled to capture the data displayed on a terminal and send it as text messages to a remote server.
  • Page 106 SuperServer 1029U-E Series User's Manual Console Redirection Settings This feature allows the user to specify how the host computer will exchange data with the client computer, which is the remote computer used by the user. Out-of-Band Management Port The feature selects a serial port in a client server to be used by the Windows Emergency Management Services (EMS) to communicate with a remote host server.
  • Page 107 Chapter 6: BIOS High Precision Event Timer Select Enabled to activate the High Precision Event Timer (HPET) that produces periodic interrupts at a much higher frequency than a Real-time Clock (RTC) does in synchronizing multimedia streams, providing smooth playback and reducing the dependency on other timestamp calculation devices, such as an x86 RDTSC Instruction embedded in the CPU.
  • Page 108 SuperServer 1029U-E Series User's Manual Endorsement Hierarchy Use this item to disable or enable endorsement hierarchy for privacy control. The options are Disabled and Enabled. PH Randomization Use this feature to disable or enable Platform Hierarchy Randomization. The options are Disabled and Enabled.

  • Page 109: Event Logs

    Chapter 6: BIOS 6.4 Event Logs Use this tab page to configure Event Log settings. Change SMBIOS Event Log Settings  Enabling/Disabling Options SMBIOS Event Log Change this item to enable or disable all features of the SMBIOS (System Management BIOS) Event Logging during system boot.
  • Page 110 SuperServer 1029U-E Series User's Manual SMBIOS Event Log Standard Settings Log System Boot Event This option toggles the System Boot Event logging to enabled or disabled. The options are Enabled and Disabled. MECI The Multiple Event Count Increment (MECI) counter counts the number of occurrences that a duplicate event must happen before the MECI counter is incremented.

  • Page 111: Ipmi

    Chapter 6: BIOS 6.5 IPMI Use this tab page to configure Intelligent Platform Management Interface (IPMI) settings. BMC Firmware Revision This item indicates the IPMI firmware revision used in your system. IPMI STATUS (Baseboard Management Controller) This item indicates the status of the IPMI firmware installed in your system. System Event Log ...
  • Page 112 SuperServer 1029U-E Series User's Manual When SEL is Full This feature allows the user to decide what the BIOS should do when the system event log is full. Select Erase Immediately to erase all events in the log when the system event log is full.
  • Page 113 Chapter 6: BIOS Gateway IP Address This item displays the Gateway IP address for this computer. This should be in decimal and in dotted quad form (i.e., 172.31.0.1). VLAN Use this item to enable or disable the IPMI VLAN function. The options are Disable and Enable.

  • Page 114: Security

    SuperServer 1029U-E Series User's Manual 6.6 Security Use this tab page to configure Security settings. Administrator Password Press Enter to set the user 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 115 Chapter 6: BIOS Secure Boot Use this item to enable secure boot. The options are Disabled and Enabled. Secure Boot Mode Use this item to select the secure boot mode. The options are Standard and Custom. CSM Support Select Enabled to support the EFI Compatibility Support Module (CSM), which provides compatibility support for traditional legacy BIOS for system boot.
  • Page 116 SuperServer 1029U-E Series User's Manual Key Exchange Keys (KEK)  Select Set New to load the KEK from the manufacturer's defaults. Select Append to add the KEK from the manufacturer's defaults list to the existing KEK. The default setting is Set New.

  • Page 117: Boot

    Chapter 6: BIOS 6.7 Boot Use this tab page to configure Boot Settings. Boot mode select Use this item to select the type of device that the system is going to boot from. The options are LEGACY, UEFI, and DUAL. The default setting is DUAL. LEGACY to EFI support Use this item to enable the EFI boot support.
  • Page 118 SuperServer 1029U-E Series User's Manual • Legacy/UEFI/Dual Boot Order #6 • Legacy/UEFI/Dual Boot Order #7 • Legacy/UEFI/Dual Boot Order #8 • UEFI/Dual Boot Order #9 • Dual Boot Order #10 • Dual Boot Order #11 • Dual Boot Order #12 •...

  • Page 119: Save & Exit

    Chapter 6: BIOS 6.8 Save & Exit Use this tab page to configure Save & Exit settings. Save Options Discard Changes and Exit Select this option to quit the BIOS Setup without making any permanent changes to the system configuration, and reboot the computer. Select Discard Changes and Exit from the Exit menu and press <Enter>.
  • Page 120 SuperServer 1029U-E Series User's Manual Listed on this section are other boot options for the system (i.e., Built-in EFI shell). Select an option and press <Enter>. Your system will boot to the selected boot option. Default Options Restore Defaults To set this feature, select Restore Optimized Defaults from the Save & Exit menu and press <Enter>.

  • Page 121: Appendix A Bios Error Codes

    Appendix A: BIOS Error Codes Appendix A BIOS Error Codes A-1 BIOS Error Beep (POST) Codes During the POST (Power-On Self-Test) routines, which are performed each time the system is powered on, errors may occur. Non-fatal errors are those which, in most cases, allow the system to continue the boot-up process.
  • Page 122 When BIOS performs the Power On Self Test, it writes checkpoint codes to I/O port 0080h. If the computer cannot complete the boot process, a diagnostic card can be attached to the computer to read I/O port 0080h (Supermicro p/n AOC-LPC80-20). For information on AMI updates, please refer to http://www.ami.com/products/.

  • Page 123: Appendix B Standardized Warning Statements For Ac Systems

    Supermicro's Technical Support department for assistance. Only certified technicians should attempt to install or configure components. Read this appendix in its entirety before installing or configuring components in the Supermicro chassis. These warnings may also be found on our website at http://www.supermicro.com/about/...
  • Page 124 Appendix B: Standardized Warning Statements Warnung WICHTIGE SICHERHEITSHINWEISE Dieses Warnsymbol bedeutet Gefahr. Sie befinden sich in einer Situation, die zu Verletzungen führen kann. Machen Sie sich vor der Arbeit mit Geräten mit den Gefahren elektrischer Schaltungen und den üblichen Verfahren zur Vorbeugung vor Unfällen vertraut. Suchen Sie mit der am Ende jeder Warnung angegebenen Anweisungsnummer nach der jeweiligen Übersetzung in den übersetzten Sicherheitshinweisen, die zusammen mit diesem Gerät ausgeliefert wurden.
  • Page 125 SuperServer 1029U-E Series User's Manual . ٌ ‫ا ك ً ف حالة و ٌ يك أى تتسبب ف اصابة جسذ ة ٌ هذا الزهز ع ٌ خطز !تحذ ز‬ ‫قبل أى تعول عىل أي هعذات،يك عىل علن بالوخاطز ال ا ٌجوة عي الذوائز‬...
  • Page 126 Appendix B: Standardized Warning Statements Warnung Vor dem Anschließen des Systems an die Stromquelle die Installationsanweisungen lesen. ¡Advertencia! Lea las instrucciones de instalación antes de conectar el sistema a la red de alimentación. Attention Avant de brancher le système sur la source d'alimentation, consulter les directives d'installation. .‫יש...
  • Page 127 SuperServer 1029U-E Series User's Manual Warnung Dieses Produkt ist darauf angewiesen, dass im Gebäude ein Kurzschluss- bzw. Überstromschutz installiert ist. Stellen Sie sicher, dass der Nennwert der Schutzvorrichtung nicht mehr als: 250 V, 20 A beträgt. ¡Advertencia! Este equipo utiliza el sistema de protección contra cortocircuitos (o sobrecorrientes) del edificio.
  • Page 128 Appendix B: Standardized Warning Statements Power Disconnection Warning Warning! The system must be disconnected from all sources of power and the power cord removed from the power supply module(s) before accessing the chassis interior to install or remove system components. 電源切断の警告...
  • Page 129 SuperServer 1029U-E Series User's Manual ‫يجب فصم اننظاو من جميع مصادر انطاقت وإ ز انت سهك انكهرباء من وحدة امداد‬ ‫انطاقت قبم‬ ‫انىصىل إىن امنناطق انداخهيت نههيكم نتثبيج أو إ ز انت مكىناث الجهاز‬ 경고! 시스템에 부품들을 장착하거나 제거하기 위해서는 섀시 내부에 접근하기 전에 반드시 전원...
  • Page 130 Appendix B: Standardized Warning Statements Attention Il est vivement recommandé de confier l'installation, le remplacement et la maintenance de ces équipements à des personnels qualifiés et expérimentés. !‫אזהרה‬ .‫צוות מוסמך בלבד רשאי להתקין, להחליף את הציוד או לתת שירות עבור הציוד‬ ‫واملدربيه...
  • Page 131 SuperServer 1029U-E Series User's Manual Warnung Diese Einheit ist zur Installation in Bereichen mit beschränktem Zutritt vorgesehen. Der Zutritt zu derartigen Bereichen ist nur mit einem Spezialwerkzeug, Schloss und Schlüssel oder einer sonstigen Sicherheitsvorkehrung möglich. ¡Advertencia! Esta unidad ha sido diseñada para instalación en áreas de acceso restringido. Sólo puede obtenerse acceso a una de estas áreas mediante la utilización de una herramienta especial,...
  • Page 132 Appendix B: Standardized Warning Statements Battery Handling Warning! There is the danger of explosion if the battery is replaced incorrectly. Replace the battery only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer. Dispose of used batteries according to the manufacturer's instructions 電池の取り扱い...
  • Page 133 SuperServer 1029U-E Series User's Manual ‫هناك خطر من انفجار يف حالة اسحبذال البطارية بطريقة غري صحيحة فعليل‬ ‫اسحبذال البطارية‬ ‫فقط بنفس النىع أو ما يعادلها مام أوصث به الرشمة املصنعة‬ ‫جخلص من البطاريات املسحعملة وفقا لحعليامت الرشمة الصانعة‬ 경고! 배터리가 올바르게 교체되지 않으면 폭발의 위험이 있습니다. 기존 배터리와 동일하거나 제...
  • Page 134 Appendix B: Standardized Warning Statements ¡Advertencia! Puede que esta unidad tenga más de una conexión para fuentes de alimentación. Para cortar por completo el suministro de energía, deben desconectarse todas las conexiones. Attention Cette unité peut avoir plus d'une connexion d'alimentation. Pour supprimer toute tension et tout courant électrique de l'unité, toutes les connexions d'alimentation doivent être débranchées.
  • Page 135 SuperServer 1029U-E Series User's Manual Backplane Voltage Warning! Hazardous voltage or energy is present on the backplane when the system is operating. Use caution when servicing. バックプレーンの電圧 システムの稼働中は危険な電圧または電力が、 バックプレーン上にかかっています。 修理する際には注意く ださい。 警告 当系统正在进行时，背板上有很危险的电压或能量，进行维修时务必小心。 警告 當系統正在進行時，背板上有危險的電壓或能量，進行維修時務必小心。 Warnung Wenn das System in Betrieb ist, treten auf der Rückwandplatine gefährliche Spannungen oder Energien auf.
  • Page 136 Appendix B: Standardized Warning Statements ‫هناك خطز مه التيار الكهزبايئ أوالطاقة املىجىدة عىل اللىحة‬ ‫عندما يكىن النظام يعمل كه حذ ر ا عند خدمة هذا الجهاس‬ 경고! 시스템이 동작 중일 때 후면판 (Backplane)에는 위험한 전압이나 에너지가 발생 합니다. 서비스 작업 시 주의하십시오. Waarschuwing Een gevaarlijke spanning of energie is aanwezig op de backplane wanneer het systeem in gebruik is.
  • Page 137 SuperServer 1029U-E Series User's Manual ‫תיאום חוקי החשמל הארצי‬ !‫אזהרה‬ .‫התקנת הציוד חייבת להיות תואמת לחוקי החשמל המקומיים והארציים‬ ‫تركيب املعدات الكهربائية يجب أن ميتثل للقىاويه املحلية والىطىية املتعلقة‬ ‫بالكهرباء‬ 경고! 현 지역 및 국가의 전기 규정에 따라 장비를 설치해야 합니다.
  • Page 138 Appendix B: Standardized Warning Statements Attention La mise au rebut ou le recyclage de ce produit sont généralement soumis à des lois et/ou directives de respect de l'environnement. Renseignez-vous auprès de l'organisme compétent. ‫סילוק המוצר‬ !‫אזהרה‬ .‫סילוק סופי של מוצר זה חייב להיות בהתאם להנחיות וחוקי המדינה‬ ‫التخلص...
  • Page 139 SuperServer 1029U-E Series User's Manual Warnung Gefährlich Bewegende Teile. Von den bewegenden Lüfterblätter fern halten. Die Lüfter drehen sich u. U. noch, wenn die Lüfterbaugruppe aus dem Chassis genommen wird. Halten Sie Finger, Schraubendreher und andere Gegenstände von den Öffnungen des Lüftergehäuses entfernt.
  • Page 140 Verbindungskabeln, Stromkabeln und/oder Adapater, die Ihre örtlichen Sicherheitsstandards einhalten. Der Gebrauch von anderen Kabeln und Adapter können Fehlfunktionen oder Feuer verursachen. Die Richtlinien untersagen das Nutzen von UL oder CAS zertifizierten Kabeln (mit UL/CSA gekennzeichnet), an Geräten oder Produkten die nicht mit Supermicro gekennzeichnet sind.
  • Page 141 ‫.قيرح وأ لطع يف ببستي دق ىرخأ تالوحمو تالباك يأ مادختسا .ميلسلا سباقلاو لصوملا مجح‬ ‫ لبق نم ةدمتعملا تالباكلا مادختسا تادعملاو ةيئابرهكلا ةزهجألل ةمالسلا نوناق رظحي‬UL ‫ وأ‬CSA ‫( ةمالع لمحت يتلاو‬UL/CSA) ‫ لبق نم ةددحملاو ةينعملا تاجتنملا ريغ ىرخأ تادعم يأ عم‬Supermicro.
  • Page 142 사항을 준수하여 제공되거나 지정된 연결 혹은 구매 케이블, 전원 케이블 및 AC 어댑터를 사용하십시오. 다른 케이블이나 어댑터를 사용하면 오작동이나 화재가 발생할 수 있습니다. 전기 용품 안전법은 UL 또는 CSA 인증 케이블 (코드에 UL / CSA가 표시된 케이블)을 Supermicro 가 지정한 제품 이외의 전기 장치에 사용하는 것을 금지합니다. Stroomkabel en AC-Adapter...

  • Page 143: Appendix C System Specifications

    Appendix C: System Specifications Appendix C System Specifications Processors Dual Intel Xeon 8100/6100/5100/4100/3100 processors in a P (LGA 3647) socket; UPI up to 10.4GT/s; support CPU TDP 70-205W with IVR Note: Refer to the motherboard specifications pages on our website for updates to supported processors. Chipset Intel C621 BIOS...
  • Page 144 SuperServer 1029U-E Series User's Manual Operating Environment Operating Temperature: 10º to 35º C (50º to 95º F) Non-operating Temperature: -40º to 60º C (-40º to 140º F) Operating Relative Humidity: 8% to 90% (non-condensing) Non-operating Relative Humidity: 5% to 95% (non-condensing)

  • Page 145: 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 146 SuperServer 1029U-E Series User Manual The file system supported by the recovery block is FAT (including FAT12, FAT16, and FAT32) which is installed on a bootable or non-bootable USB-attached device. However, the BIOS might need several minutes to locate the SUPER.ROM file if the media size becomes too large due to the huge volumes of folders and files stored in the device.
  • Page 147 Appendix D: UEFI BIOS Recovery 3. After locating the healthy BIOS binary image, the system will enter the BIOS Recovery menu as shown below. Note: At this point, you may decide if you want to start the BIOS recovery. If you decide to proceed with BIOS recovery, follow the procedures below.
  • Page 148 SuperServer 1029U-E Series User Manual 5. After the BIOS recovery process is complete, press any key to reboot the system. 6. Using a different system, extract the BIOS package into a USB flash drive. 7. Press <Del> continuously during system boot to enter the BIOS Setup utility. From the top of the tool bar, select Boot to enter the submenu.
  • Page 149 Appendix D: UEFI BIOS Recovery 8. When the UEFI Shell prompt appears, type fs# to change the device directory path. Go to the directory that contains the BIOS package you extracted earlier from Step 6. Enter flash.nsh BIOSname.### at the prompt to start the BIOS update process. Note: Do not interrupt this process until the BIOS flashing is complete.

  • Page 150: Appendix E Crash Dump Using Ipmi

    In the event of a processor internal error (IERR) that crashes your system, you may want to provide information to support staff. For this purpose you can download a crash dump of status information using IPMI. The IPMI manual is available at https://www.supermicro.com/ solutions/IPMI.cfm.
  • Page 151 Appendix E Crash Dump Using IPMI Downloading the Crash Dump File 1. In the IPMI interface, click the Miscellanous tab, then the Trouble Shooting option. 2. Click the Dump button and wait five minutes for the file to be created. (No confirm ation message will appear.) 3.

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