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C9Z890-MW: Preface Conventions Used in the Manual Special attention should be given to the following symbols for proper installation and to prevent damage done to the components or injury to yourself. Warning! Indicates important information given to prevent equipment/property damage or personal injury.
C9Z890-MW: Contents Contents Contacting Supermicro Chapter 1: Introduction 1.1 Quick Reference Checklist Motherboard Layout Quick Reference Table Motherboard Features System Block Diagram 1.2 Processor and Chipset Overview 1.3 Special Features Recovery from AC Power Loss 1.4 System Health Monitoring Onboard Voltage Monitors...
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C9Z890-MW: Contents Memory Support Memory Population Table Memory Support Table General Guidelines for Optimizing Memory Performance Notes for DIMM Installation and Removal DIMM Installation DIMM Removal 2.5 Battery Removal and Installation Battery Removal Proper Battery Disposal Battery Installation 2.6 M.2 Device Installation Installing a Standard M.2 Device...
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C9Z890-MW: Contents Chassis Intrusion COM Header DOM Power Connector Fan Headers Front Panel Audio Header M.2 M-Key Slots Power LED Header Pump Power Header SATA 3.0 Ports Standby Power Header TPM/Port 80 Header USB Headers Jumper Settings Clear CMOS Button...
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C9Z890-MW: Contents 3.3 Motherboard Battery 3.4 Where to Get Replacement Components 3.5 Returning Merchandise for Service 3.6 Feedback Chapter 4: UEFI BIOS 4.1 Introduction Starting the Setup Utility Changing Between EZ Mode and Advanced Mode EZ Mode Advanced Mode 4.2 EZ Mode 4.3 Main Setup...
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GT - Power Management Control Menu SATA And RST Configuration Menu VMD Setup Menu Secure Boot Menu Security Supermicro Security Erase Configuration Menu System Agent (SA) Configuration Menu Trusted Computing Menu USB Configuration Menu TLS Authenticate Configuration Menu Intel(R) Rapid Storage Technology Menu Driver Health Menu 4.6 H/W Monitor Menu...
C9Z890-MW: Introduction Chapter 1: 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. 1.1 Quick Reference Checklist Motherboard Layout Quick Reference Table Motherboard Features System Block Diagram 1.2 Processor and Chipset Overview...
For details on the C9Z890- MW motherboard layout, features, and other quick reference information, refer to the content below. Checklist In addition to the C9Z890-MW motherboard, several important parts that are included in your shipment are listed below. If anything listed is damaged or missing, contact your retailer. Main Parts List...
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C9Z890-MW: Introduction Figure 1-2. C9Z890-MW Motherboard Layout Notes: "Component Installation" on page 29 for detailed information on jumpers, connectors, and LED indicators. "■" indicates the location of pin 1. Components not documented are for internal testing-purposes only. Use only the correct type of onboard CMOS battery as specified by the manufacturer.
C9Z890-MW: Introduction Quick Reference Table Jumper Description Default JPME2 Intel Manufacturing Mode Pins 1-2: Normal JWD1 Watchdog Function Enable Pins 1-2: Reset POWER BUTTON Internal Power Button Push Button Switch RESET BUTTON Onboard System Reset Button Push Button Switch Rear Clear CMOS Button...
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C9Z890-MW: Introduction Connector Description 12V_PUMP_PWR1 12 V 4-pin Power Connector (for CPU liquid cooling pump) Front Audio Header * This header is designed for a headphone/microphone combo jack. If using a AUDIO FP standalone microphone, use the MIC jack on the rear panel.
C9Z890-MW: Introduction Connector Description PCIe 5.0 x4 M.2 M-Key Slot (from CPU, with support of 2280 and 22110 form M.2-C1 factors) M.2-E1 (PCIe) WiFi 7 and Bluetooth 5.4 (pre-installed) M.2-P1 PCIe 4.0 x4 M.2 M-Key Slot (from PCH, with support of 2280 form factor) SLOT4 PCIe 4.0 x4 Slot (from PCH)
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C9Z890-MW: Introduction Motherboard Features Expansion Slots One PCIe 5.0 x16 Slot (SLOT6, from CPU) One PCIe 4.0 x4 Slot (SLOT4, from PCH) One PCIe 3.0 x1 Slot (SLOT7, from PCH) One PCIe 5.0 x4 M.2 M-Key Slot (from CPU, with support of 2280 and 22110 form factors) One PCIe 4.0 x4 M.2 M-Key Slot (from PCH, with support of 2260 and 2280 form factors)
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C9Z890-MW: Introduction Motherboard Features Power Management ACPI power management Power button override mechanism Power-on mode for AC power recovery Wake-on-LAN Power supply monitoring System Health Monitoring Onboard voltage monitoring for +12 V, +5 V, +3.3 V, CPU, Memory, VBAT, +5 V stdby, +3.3 V stdby, +1.8 V PCH, +1.05 V PCH, +1.0 V PCH, CPU temperature, VRM temperature, LAN...
C9Z890-MW: Introduction Motherboard Features Dimensions micro-ATX, 9.6" (L) x 9.6" (W) (244 mm × 244 mm) System Block Diagram Figure 1-3. System Block Diagram...
Built upon the functionality and capability of the Intel® Core™ Ultra 9/7/5 series (in LGA 1851 Socket V1) and the Intel 800 Series chipset, the C9Z890-MW motherboard provides system performance, power efficiency, and feature sets to address the needs of next- generation computer users.
C9Z890-MW: Introduction 1.3 Special Features Recovery from AC Power Loss The Basic I/O System (BIOS) provides a setting that determines how the system will respond when AC power is lost and then restored to the system. You can choose for the system to remain powered off (in which case you must press the power switch to turn it back on), or for it to automatically return to the power-on state.
C9Z890-MW: Introduction 1.4 System Health Monitoring Onboard Voltage Monitors An onboard voltage monitor will continuously scan the voltages of the onboard chipset, memory, processor, and battery. Once a voltage becomes unstable, a warning is given, or an error message is sent to the screen. You can adjust the voltage thresholds to define the sensitivity of the voltage monitor.
Windows operating systems. For detailed information regarding OS support, please refer to the Supermicro website. Slow Blinking LED for Suspend-state Indicator When the CPU goes into a suspend state, the chassis power LED will start to blink to indicate that the CPU is in suspend mode.
C9Z890-MW: Introduction 1.6 Serial Header The C9Z890- MW motherboard supports one serial communication connection. The COM header can be used for input/output. The UART provides legacy speeds with a baud rate of up to 115.2 Kbps as well as an advanced speed with baud rates of 250 K, 500 K, or 1 Mb/s, which...
C9Z890-MW: Introduction 1.7 Embedded Controller The Embedded Controller supports one high-speed, 16550 compatible serial communication port (UART). Each UART includes a 16-byte send/receive FIFO, a programmable baud rate generator, complete modem control capability and a processor interrupt system. The UART provides legacy speed with a baud rate of up to 115.2 Kbps as well as an advanced speed with...
Component Installation This chapter provides instructions on installing and replacing main system components for the C9Z890-MW motherboard. 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.
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C9Z890-MW: Component Installation 2.7 Rear I/O Ports Clear CMOS Button DisplayPort HDMI Port High Definition Audio (HD Audio) Ports LAN Port USB Ports 2.8 Front Control Panel Power LED HDD LED NIC1 (LAN1) Overheat (OH)/Fan Fail LED Reset Button Power Button 2.9 Connections, Jumpers, and LEDs...
C9Z890-MW: Component Installation 2.1 Static-Sensitive Devices Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) can damage electronic components. To avoid damaging your motherboard, it is important to handle it very carefully. The following measures are generally sufficient to protect your equipment from ESD. Precautions Use a grounded wrist strap designed to prevent static discharge.
C9Z890-MW: Component Installation 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.
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C9Z890-MW: Component Installation Note: Images displayed are for illustration only. The components installed in your system may or may not look exactly the same as the graphics shown in the manual. 2. Locate the mounting holes on the motherboard. See Motherboard Installation for the location.
Install the processor in the socket and the motherboard into the chassis before installing the heatsink. When buying a processor separately, use only a Supermicro certified heatsink. Refer to the Supermicro website for the most recent processor support. When installing the heatsink, ensure a torque driver set to the correct force is used for each screw.
C9Z890-MW: Component Installation Installing an LGA 1851 Processor 1. Remove the plastic protective cover from the load plate. Figure 2-5. Remove the Protective Cover 2. Gently push the load lever down and away from the lever lock. Then lift it up completely.
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C9Z890-MW: Component Installation 3. Lift the load plate to open it completely. Figure 2-7. Open the load plate 4. Carefully hold the processor by its edges. Align the small triangle marker and notches on the processor with the corresponding triangle marker and notches on the processor load bracket.
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C9Z890-MW: Component Installation 5. Do not rub the processor against the surface or against any pins of the socket to avoid damaging the processor or the socket. 6. With the processor inside the socket, inspect all the corners to make sure it is properly installed.
C9Z890-MW: Component Installation Installing a Processor Heatsink Notes: The installation described in this section is for reference only. The actual installation steps may vary depending on the CPU heatsink model. Refer to the heatsink instructions for more details. Images displayed are for illustration purposes only. Your components might look different from those shown in this manual.
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C9Z890-MW: Component Installation 3. Attach the backplate into the mounting holes around the processor socket on the bottom side of the motherboard. Figure 2-12. Attach the Backplate to the Bottom Side of the Motherboard 4. Apply the proper amount of thermal grease on the processor.
C9Z890-MW: Component Installation 6. Tighten the screws. Figure 2-14. Tighten the Heatsink Screws Removing the Processor Heatsink Warning! We do not recommend that the CPU or heatsink be removed. However, if you do need to remove the heatsink, follow the instructions below to remove the heatsink and prevent damage done to the CPU or other components.
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C9Z890-MW: Component Installation 3. Gently wiggle the heatsink to loosen it. Do not use excessive force when wiggling the heatsink. Figure 2-15. Loosen the Heatsink Screws 4. Once the heatsink is loosened, remove it from the motherboard.
Note: Check the Supermicro website for recommended memory modules. Memory Support The C9Z890-MW motherboard supports up to 192 GB of Unbuffered non-ECC UDIMM DDR5 memory with speeds of up to 5600 MT/s (1DPC), 4800 MT/s (2DPC, 1R DIMM ), and 4400 MT/s (2DPC, 2R DIMM) in four 288-pin memory slots.
C9Z890-MW: Component Installation DIMM Installation Warning! Do not use excessive force when pressing the release tabs on the ends of the DIMM socket to avoid causing any damage to the memory module or the DIMM socket. Handle memory modules with care. Carefully follow all the instructions given in "Static-Sensitive Devices"...
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C9Z890-MW: Component Installation Figure 2-17. Align the DIMM Slot with the Receptive Point 4. Align the notches on both ends of the module against the receptive points on the ends of the slot. Figure 2-18. Align the Notches 5. Press both ends of the module straight down into the slot until the module snaps into place.
C9Z890-MW: Component Installation Figure 2-19. Press Both Ends For a detailed diagram of the C9Z890- MW motherboard, see the layout under "Quick Reference" on page DIMM Removal Warning! Do not use excessive force when pressing the release tabs on the ends of the DIMM socket to avoid causing any damage to the memory module or the DIMM socket.
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C9Z890-MW: Component Installation For a detailed diagram of the C9Z890- MW motherboard, see the layout under "Quick Reference" on page...
C9Z890-MW: Component Installation 2.5 Battery Removal and Installation Battery Removal To remove the onboard battery, follow the steps below: 1. Power off your system and unplug your power cable. 2. Locate the onboard battery as shown below. 3. Using a tool such as a pen or a small screwdriver, push the battery lock outwards to unlock it.
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C9Z890-MW: Component Installation 1. Identify the battery's polarity. The positive (+) side should be facing up. 2. Insert the battery into the battery holder and push it down until you hear a click to ensure that the battery is securely locked.
C9Z890-MW: Component Installation 2.6 M.2 Device Installation This motherboard has one PCIe 5.0 M.2 M-key slot (M.2-C1) that supports the M.2 2280/22110 modules and one PCIe 4.0 M.2 M-key slot (M.2-P1) that supports the 2260/2280 modules. Two standoffs are pre-installed in the positions of 2280 mounting holes. Follow the steps below to install the M.2 device.
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C9Z890-MW: Component Installation 2. If the soon-to-be used mounting hole doesn't have a standoff, move the pre-installed one to that mounting hole. Figure 2-21. Change the Standoff Position as Needed 3. Carefully insert the M.2 device into the M.2 slot at a 30-degree angle and lower the semi- circle notched end onto the standoff.
It is strongly recommended that you install an optional M.2 heatsink on the M.2 device. If you are using a Supermicro M.2 heatsink, follow the steps below: Note: Images displayed are for illustration only. Your M.2 heatsink may not look exactly the same as the graphics shown in the manual.
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C9Z890-MW: Component Installation 3. Tighten the screws to secure the M.2 heatsink assembly. Figure 2-26. Secure the M.2 Heatsink Assembly 4. Locate the pre-installed standoff and screw . Remove the screw and set it aside. Figure 2-27. Remove the Screw on the Pre-installed Standoff...
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C9Z890-MW: Component Installation 5. If the soon-to-be used mounting hole doesn't have a standoff, move the pre-installed one to that mounting hole. Figure 2-28. Change the Standoff Position as Needed 6. Carefully insert the M.2 assembly into the M.2 slot at a 30-degree angle and lower the assembly onto the standoff.
One High- Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI) 2.1 port is located on the rear I/O of the C9Z890-MW motherboard. This port is used to display both high definition video and digital sound through an HDMI display, using a single HDMI cable (not included).
C9Z890-MW: Component Installation High Definition Audio (HD Audio) Ports This motherboard features a 7.1+2 Channel High Definition Audio (HDA) codec that provides 10 DAC channels. The HD Audio connections simultaneously supports multiple-streaming 7.1 sound playback with 2 channels of independent stereo output through the front panel stereo out for front, rear, center and subwoofer speakers.
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Express, enabling you to connect a variety of devices such as external monitors, storage drives, and docking stations. There are also three front accessible USB headers on the C9Z890-MW motherboard. Refer to "USB Headers" on page 69 section for details.
C9Z890-MW: Component Installation 2.8 Front Control Panel JF1 on the C9Z890-MW motherboard contains header pins for various buttons and indicators that are normally located on a control panel at the front of the chassis. These connectors are designed specifically for use with Supermicro chassis. See the figure below for the descriptions of the front control panel buttons and LED indicators.
C9Z890-MW: Component Installation Power LED The Power LED connection is located on pins 15 and 16 of JF1 on the C9Z890- MW motherboard. For a detailed diagram of the C9Z890- MW motherboard, see the layout under "Quick Reference" on page...
NIC1 (LAN1) The Network Interface Controller (NIC) LED connection for LAN port (LAN1) is located on pins 11 and 12 of JF1 on the C9Z890-MW motherboard. Attach the NIC LED cables here to display network activity. For a detailed diagram of the C9Z890- MW motherboard, see the layout under "Quick...
C9Z890-MW: Component Installation Reset Button Pin Definitions (JF1) Pin# Definition Reset Power Button The Power Button connection is located on pins 1 and 2 of JF1 on the C9Z890- MW motherboard. To turn off the power when the system is in suspend mode, press the button for four seconds or longer.
Refer to the following sections for information about connections, jumpers, and LEDs for the C9Z890-MW motherboard. Power Supply and Power Connections For information about the power connections of the C9Z890-MW motherboard, refer to the following content. Power Supply As with all computer products, a stable power source is necessary for proper and reliable operation.
C9Z890-MW: Component Installation ATX Power Supply Connection The primary 24-pin power supply connection (JPW1 on the C9Z890-MW motherboard) meets the ATX SSI EPS 12 V specification. JPW2 is an 8-pin +12 V DC power input for the processor that must be connected to the power supply.
Pin Definitions: Two Total Pin# Definition Intrusion Input COM Header There is one COM header at COM1 on the C9Z890-MW motherboard. Use a cable with the COM header to access the COM1 COM port. COM ports provide serial communication support.
There are seven 4-pin fan headers (FAN_1, FAN_A, FAN_1A, FAN_2B, and FAN_2–FAN_4) on the C9Z890-MW motherboard. Although pins 1-3 of the system fan headers are backwards compatible with the traditional 3-pin fans, the 4-pin fans are recommended to take advantage of the fan speed control.
Audio_GND Jack_Detect Microphone_Right Audio_Detect Line_2_Left Line_2_Right M.2 M-Key Slots Two M.2 M-key slots are located at M.2-C1 and M.2-P1 on the C9Z890-MW motherboard. Refer to the table below for more information. Slots Signals Bus Interface Form Factors RAID Support M.2-C1 From CPU PCIe 5.0 x4...
POWER LED (-) POWER LED (-) Pump Power Header The C9Z890-MW motherboard has one +12 V header for optional CPU liquid cooling systems. When using a liquid cooling system, attach the pump power cable to the 12V_PUMP_PWR1 header. For a detailed diagram of the C9Z890- MW motherboard, see the layout under "Quick...
Wake-up TPM/Port 80 Header The JTPM1 header on the C9Z890-MW motherboard is used to connect a Trusted Platform Module (TPM)/Port 80, which is available from Supermicro (optional). A TPM/Port 80 connector 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.
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C9Z890-MW: Component Installation USB 2.0 Header USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 Header Pin Definitions: 10 Total Pin Definitions: 20 Total Pin# Definition Pin# Definition Pin# Definitions Pin# Definitions +5 V +5 V VBUS VBUS USB_N USB_N TX1+ TX2+ USB_P USB_P TX1-...
C9Z890-MW: Component Installation Jumper Settings To modify the operation of the motherboard, jumpers can be used to choose between optional settings. Jumpers create shorts between two pins to change the function of the connector. Pin 1 is identified with a square solder pad on the printed circuit board. See the diagram below for an example of jumping pins 1 and 2.
Manufacturing Mode Power Button In addition to the soft power button provided in JF1, the C9Z890-MW motherboard is equipped with a 'soft' power button on the motherboard. This button works the same way as the soft power button on JF1.
For information about the LED indicators on the C9Z890- MW motherboard, refer to the following content. LAN LEDs The LAN port (LAN1) on the rear I/O of the C9Z890-MW motherboard has two status LEDs that provide the link and activity information. LAN LEDs...
C9Z890-MW: Component Installation Onboard Power LED Indicator LED Color Definition System Power Off System Power On Blinking S3, suspend to RAM Power-On Self-Test (POST) LEDs Multiple LEDs are built-in and used to display the status of system Power-On Self-Test (POST).
C9Z890-MW: Troubleshooting Chapter 3: Troubleshooting The following content contains information on common issues and how to resolve them. 3.1 Troubleshooting Procedures Before Power On No Power No Video System Boot Failure Memory Errors Losing the System's Setup Configuration When the System Becomes Unstable RHEL 9.4 Installation Stops...
C9Z890-MW: 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" on page 80 "Returning Merchandise for Service" on page 83 section(s) in this chapter.
C9Z890-MW: Troubleshooting 1. Check the screen for an error message. 2. Clear the CMOS settings by unplugging the power cord and pressing the Clear CMOS button on the rear I/O. Restart the system. Refer to "Clear CMOS Button" on page 3.
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C9Z890-MW: Troubleshooting 2. Memory support: Make sure that the memory modules are supported. Refer to the product page on our website at https://www.supermicro.com. Test the modules using memtest86 or a similar utility. Note: Click on the "Tested Memory List" link on the motherboard's product page to see a list of supported memory.
C9Z890-MW: Troubleshooting RHEL 9.4 Installation Stops If the RHEL 9.4 installation process stops at "Started GNOME Display Manager," you can resolve this issue by following the workaround recommended by Red Hat: 1. Switch to text mode during the installation. 2. Edit the configuration file located at /etc/gdm/custom.conf, and remove the comment symbol (#) from the line "WaylandEnable=false".
Before contacting Technical Support, take the following steps. Also, note that as a motherboard manufacturer, Supermicro also sells motherboards through its channels, so it is best to first check with your distributor or reseller for troubleshooting services. They should know of any possible problems with the specific system configuration that was sold to you.
C9Z890-MW: Troubleshooting 3.3 Motherboard Battery For information on removing, disposing of, and replacing the motherboard battery of your system, refer to "Battery Removal and Installation" on page...
C9Z890-MW: Troubleshooting 3.4 Where to Get Replacement Components If you need replacement parts for your C9Z890-MW motherboard, to ensure the highest level of professional service and technical support, purchase exclusively from our Supermicro Authorized Distributors/System Integrators/Resellers. A list can be found on the Supermicro website: https://www.supermicro.com...
For faster service, RMA authorizations can be requested online at the following page: https://www.supermicro.com/RmaForm Whenever possible, repack the motherboard in the original Supermicro carton, using the original packaging material. If these are no longer available, be sure to pack the motherboard securely, using packaging material to surround the motherboard so that it does not shift within the carton and become damaged during shipping.
C9Z890-MW: Troubleshooting 3.6 Feedback Supermicro values your feedback as we strive to improve our customer experience in all facets of our business. Email us at Techwriterteam@supermicro.com to provide feedback on our manuals.
C9Z890-MW: UEFI BIOS Chapter 4: UEFI BIOS The following content contains information on BIOS configuration with the C9Z890- MW motherboard. 4.1 Introduction 4.2 EZ Mode 4.3 Main Setup 4.4 Overclocking Menu 4.5 Advanced Setup Configurations 4.6 H/W Monitor Menu 4.7 Boot 4.8 Save &...
C9Z890-MW: UEFI BIOS 4.1 Introduction This chapter describes the AMIBIOS™ Setup utility for the motherboard. The BIOS is stored on a chip and can be easily upgraded using 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.
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C9Z890-MW: UEFI BIOS Figure 4-1. Advanced Mode Screen A "►" indicates a submenu. Highlighting such an item and pressing the <Enter> key open the list of settings within that submenu. The AMI BIOS GUI Setup Utility uses a mouse pointer navigation system similar to standard graphical user interfaces.
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C9Z890-MW: UEFI BIOS Figure 4-3. General Help Screen...
C9Z890-MW: UEFI BIOS 4.2 EZ Mode Figure 4-4. EZ Mode Screen While in EZ Mode, the following information will be displayed: BIOS Version: The current BIOS version. CPU Information: The model, speed, and voltage of installed CPU. Memory Frequency: The frequency of installed memory.
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C9Z890-MW: UEFI BIOS Boot Priority: Allows changing of the boot order. X.M.P.: Allows changing the X.M.P. profile. Intel Rapid Storage Technology: Allows for enabling Intel Rapid Storage Technology. Fan Profile: Displays current fan speeds, or click the SMC QFAN Setting icon using the mouse cursor for more advanced adjustments.
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C9Z890-MW: UEFI BIOS the needs between system cooling and power saving. This setting is recommended for regular systems with normal hardware configurations. Select "Quiet" to optimize for minimal fan noise and Custom to enter user-specific settings. The options are Quiet, Stable, Full Speed, and Customize.
C9Z890-MW: UEFI BIOS 4.3 Main Setup The Main setup screen appears when the AMI BIOS Setup utility is first entered. To return to the Main setup screen, select the Main tab at the top of the screen. The Main BIOS setup screen is shown below.
C9Z890-MW: UEFI BIOS Microcode Revision This feature displays the processor's microcode patch version. ME FW Version This feature displays the ME Firmware Version. IGFX GOP Version This feature displays the Integrated Graphics GOP version. Note: Invisible if the installed processor doesn't support graphic function.
C9Z890-MW: UEFI BIOS 4.4 Overclocking Menu Note: Overclocking feature is available only when your CPU supports overclocking. Figure 4-9. Overclocking Screen CPU Profile This feature allows for preset CPU overclocking profiles to be selected. The options are Stable, Default, and Performance.
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C9Z890-MW: UEFI BIOS Per Core Ratio Override This feature enables CPU per core ratio overriding. When enabled, it sets the maximum overclocking ratio to specific core by OCMB 0x1D command. When disabled, it sets the ratio to all cores by OCMB command 0x11. Please note that you should manually change the "Turbo Ratio Limit (TRL) MSR 0x1AD / 0x1AE"...
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C9Z890-MW: UEFI BIOS Load line Calibration This feature controls the load line calibration. The options are Disabled, Level 1, Level 2, Level 3, Level 4, and Auto. External Vout Voltage override This feature enables the external Vout voltage override. The options are Disabled and Enabled.
C9Z890-MW: UEFI BIOS Advanced CPU OC Setting Menu ►Advanced CPU OC Setting Processor Boot Max Frequency This feature enables the boot maximum frequency in CPU strap. The options are Disabled and Enabled. Boot Performance Mode Note: This feature is available when “Boot Max Frequency” is set to Enabled.
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C9Z890-MW: UEFI BIOS ►Processor Disable Note: This menu is available when “Per Core Disable Configuration” is set to Enable. Core 0–7 (E-core) / 8–13 (P-core) Use this feature to enable or disable an individual core. The available options depend on how many cores are supported by the CPU.
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C9Z890-MW: UEFI BIOS This feature controls the voltage guardband applied to AVX2 workload. Enter a value ranging from 0 to 200 in 1/100 units. The default is 100. TjMax Offset Enter a value to change the Tj-Max value. The default is 0 (no offset).
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C9Z890-MW: UEFI BIOS Power Limit 1 Override This feature disables or enables the Power Limit 1 Override. If this option is disabled, the BIOS will program the default values for Power Limit 1 and Power Limit 1 Time Window. The options are Disabled and Enabled.
C9Z890-MW: UEFI BIOS OC TVB (Available when “TVB Ratio Clipping” is set to Enabled) If this feature is enabled, you can modify and program new parameters for temperature thresholds T0, T1 and delta DownBins for temp thresholds T0 and T1. The options are Disabled and Enabled.
C9Z890-MW: UEFI BIOS SA ICC Unlimited Mode This feature disables or enables the SA unlimited ICCMAX. When enabled, the SA VR ICCMAX value is set to the maximum ICC current of 512A. The options are Disabled and Enabled. OC TVB Parameters Menu ►OC TVB Parameters...
C9Z890-MW: UEFI BIOS CPU Feature Menu ►CPU Feature Per-core HT Disable Defines the per-core HT disable. Use the number keys on your keyboard to enter the value. The default setting is 0. Race To Halt (RTH) This feature enables Race To Halt, which dynamically increases CPU frequency in order to enter package C-State faster.
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C9Z890-MW: UEFI BIOS PSYS PMax Power Enter a value for the PSYS PMax Power. The range is 0–8191 in 1/8 Watt increments and the default is 0 for Auto. Vsys/Psys Critical This feature enables the Vsys/Psys Critical function. The options are Disabled, Psys Critical, and Vsys Critical.
C9Z890-MW: UEFI BIOS ►Acoustic Noise Settings Acoustic Noise Mitigation This feature enables Acoustic Noise Mitigation, which mitigates acoustic noise on certain CPUs when they are in deep C-states. The options are Disabled and Enabled. Pre Wake Time / Ramp Up Time / Ramp Down Time (Available when “Acoustic Noise Mitigation”...
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C9Z890-MW: UEFI BIOS AC Loadline Enter a value for AC Loadline. The range is 0–6249 in 1/100 mOhms and the default is 0 for Auto. DC Loadline Enter a value for DC Loadline. The range is 0–6249 in 1/100 mOhms and the default is 0 for Auto.
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C9Z890-MW: UEFI BIOS VR Fast Vmode Offset Note: This feature is available when “Core/GT/SA VR Fast Vmode” is set to Enabled. Enter a value in 1 mV increments to set the VR Fast Vmode Offset. This value represents the ICC Max Offset (dV/dT) to be configured if Fast Vmode is enabled. If Fast Vmode ICC Limit is set to 0, the offset will be ignored.
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C9Z890-MW: UEFI BIOS PS1 to PS0 Dynamic Cutoff C Coef (Available when PS1 to PS0 Dynamic Cutoff Enable is set to Enable) Enter a value to set the PS1 to PS0 Dynamic Cutoff C coefficient. This number is in Cx100 units.
C9Z890-MW: UEFI BIOS DLVR RFI Value Enter a value to set the DLVR RFI value. DLVR SSC is in percentage with multiple of 0.25%. The default is 6. DLVR RFI Frequency Use this feature to set a desired DLVR RFI frequency in Mhz. The default is 1370.
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C9Z890-MW: UEFI BIOS VccClk Voltage Override Enter a value to set the CPU FIVR TX VccClk. The value is multiple of 1mV. The default is 0 for Auto. Note: The following features are available when “Memory Profile” is set to Custom profile.
C9Z890-MW: UEFI BIOS ►DIMM Odt Dimm0 RttWr / Dimm0 RttNomRd / Dimm0 RttNomWr / Dimm0 RttPark / Dimm0 RttParkDqs / Dimm0 RttCa A / Dimm0 RttCs A / Dimm0 RttCk A / Dimm0 Rttca B / Dimm0 RttCk B Enter a value for each of these features.
C9Z890-MW: UEFI BIOS Soc-Die SSC Configuration (Available when “CPU BCLK PLL configuration” is set to “PLL ON”) This feature enables the SoC-Die SSC Configuration. The options are Disabled and Enabled. SSC Enable (Not available when “CPU BCLK PLL configuration” or “SoC BCLK PLL configuration”...
C9Z890-MW: UEFI BIOS Memory Menu ►Memory MemSS Max OC Ratio Limit This feature shows the maximum overclocking ratio limit for the memory subsystem. MemSS Max OC Ratio Enter a value to set the maximum overclocking ratio for the memory subsystem. The default is VF Offset Mode Use this feature to set VF Offset mode.
C9Z890-MW: UEFI BIOS VF Point # Offset Enter a value to specify the offset voltage (in mV) that will be applied to the VF point #. The range is -500 to 500. The default is 0. VF Point # Offset Prefix Use this feature to set the prefix value as a positive (+) or a negative (-).
C9Z890-MW: UEFI BIOS Ring Voltage Offset Enter a value for the offset voltage (in mV) that will be applied to the ring domain. The range is - 500 to 500 and the default is 0. Offset Prefix Use this feature to set the prefix value as a positive (+) or a negative (-). The options are “+” and “-”.
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C9Z890-MW: UEFI BIOS VF Offset Mode Use this feature to set VF Offset mode. In Legacy mode, it sets a global offset for the entire VF curve. In Selection mode, it sets a selected VF point. Reboot the system after enabling overclocking feature to initialize the default value.
C9Z890-MW: UEFI BIOS SA Menu ►SA SA Voltage Mode Use this feature to select the SA voltage mode. In adaptive mode, the voltage is interpolated only in turbo mode. In override mode, the voltage selected will be applied over all operating frequencies.
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C9Z890-MW: UEFI BIOS Note: The following features are only available when VF Offset Mode is set to Legacy. NGU Voltage Mode Use this feature to select the NGU voltage mode. In adaptive mode, the voltage is interpolated only in turbo mode. In override mode, the voltage selected will be applied over all operating frequencies.
C9Z890-MW: UEFI BIOS Voltage PLL Trim Controls Menu ►Voltage PLL Trim Controls PLL Voltage Trim Controls Core / Ring / System Agent / IA Atom / Memory Controller / CPU System Agent PLL Voltage Offset Enter a value to set the Phase-locked Loop (PLL) voltage offset for each domain. The range is 0–15 and the units are in 17.5 mV.
C9Z890-MW: UEFI BIOS 4.5 Advanced Setup Configurations Use the arrow keys to select the Advanced submenu and press <Enter> to access the submenu items. Figure 4-10. Advanced Setup Configuration Screen 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.
C9Z890-MW: UEFI BIOS CPU Cooler Tuning Feature Menu Figure 4-11. CPU Cooler Tuning Screen Use this feature to tune the coolers for the system. A pop-up window will appear when pressing <Enter> on this feature. Use the mouse cursor to select the desired cooler mode or enter a customized value on the feature of Manual using the number key on your keyboard.
C9Z890-MW: UEFI BIOS Bootup NumLock State Use this feature to set the Power-on state for the <Numlock> key. The options are On and Off. Wait For "F1" If Error Select Enabled to force the system to wait until the <F1> key is pressed if an error occurs. The options are Disabled and Enabled.
C9Z890-MW: UEFI BIOS CPU Configuration Menu ►CPU Configuration Warning! Setting the wrong values for the features included in the following sections may cause the system to malfunction. The following processor information is displayed. Brand String - the brand and speed of installed CPU...
C9Z890-MW: UEFI BIOS Notes: This feature is NOT available when "TXT Support" is set to Enabled. This feature is NOT available when "Workload Profile" is set to Virtualization, Telco NFVI, Telco NFVI-FP, or Telco FlexRAN. Active Processor Cores Use this feature to select the number of active processor P-cores. The default option is All, 5, 4, 3, 2, and 1.
C9Z890-MW: UEFI BIOS Internal Graphics This feature keeps the Internal Graphics Device (IGD) enabled, based on setup options. The options are Auto, Enabled and Disabled. DVMT Pre-Allocated This feature controls the DVMT 5.0 Pre-allocated graphics memory size to be used by the internal graphics device.
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C9Z890-MW: UEFI BIOS • Memory Frequency • Memory Timings (tCL-tRCD-tRP-tRAS) • DIMMA1 • DIMMA2 • DIMMB1 • DIMMB2 Maximum Memory Frequency This feature selects the type/speed of the memory installed. The default is Auto. All values are in MHz. Max TOLUD (Top of Low Usable DRAM) This feature sets the maximum TOLUD value, which specifies the "Top of Low Usable DRAM"...
C9Z890-MW: UEFI BIOS Total Memory Encryption (Available when CPU supports TME capability) Use this feature to enable the Total Memory Encryption (TME) function for physical memory protection with multiple encryption keys. The options are Disabled and Enabled. Super IO Configuration Menu ►Super IO Configuration...
C9Z890-MW: UEFI BIOS The following LAN port information will be displayed: UEFI Driver Adapter PBA PCI Device ID PCI Address MAC Address MAC:(MAC address)-IPv4 Network Configuration Menu ►MAC:(MAC address)-IPv4 Network Configuration Configured Enable this feature to configure network addresses for DHCP, local IP address, local netmask, local gateway, and local DNS server.
C9Z890-MW: UEFI BIOS MAC:(MAC address)-IPv6 Network Configuration Menu ►MAC:(MAC address)-IPv6 Network Configuration ►Enter Configuration Menu The following information is displayed. Interface Name Interface Type MAC address Host address Route Table Gateway addresses DNS addresses Interface ID Use this feature to change/enter the 64-bit alternative interface ID for the device. The string format is colon separated.
C9Z890-MW: UEFI BIOS Discard Changes and Exit: Press <Enter> to discard changes and exit. Save Changes and Exit Press <Enter> to save changes and exit. PCH-FW Configuration Menu The following PCH-IO information is displayed: ME Firmware Version ME Firmware Mode...
C9Z890-MW: UEFI BIOS This feature configures the Active State Power Management (ASPM) settings for PCH - supported port. The options are Disabled, L1, and Auto. L1 Substates This feature configures the L1 substate for PCH-supported port. The options are Disabled, L1.1, and L1.1 &...
C9Z890-MW: UEFI BIOS PCH LAN Controller Use this feature to enable or disable the onboard NIC.The options are Enabled and Disabled. Power and Performance Menu CPU - Power Management Control Menu ►CPU - Power Management Control Intel(R) SpeedStep(tm) Intel SpeedStep Technology allows the system to automatically adjust processor voltage and core frequency in an effort to reduce power consumption and heat dissipation.
C9Z890-MW: UEFI BIOS IO MWAIT Redirection When enabled, this feature will map and send the I/O read instructions to the I/O registers. The options are Disabled and Enabled. Package C-State Limit Select Auto for the AMI BIOS to automatically set the limit on the C-State package register. The options are C0/C1, C2, C3, C6, C7, C7S, C8, C9, C10, Cpu Default, and Auto.
C9Z890-MW: UEFI BIOS Support Aggressive Link Power Management This feature enables the PCH to aggressively enter link power state. The options are Disabled and Enabled. SATA Port# This feature displays the SATA device detected by the BIOS. Note: The quantity and numbering of SATA ports can differ depending on the motherboard.
The following information is displayed: System Mode Secure Boot Note: For detailed instructions on configuring Security Boot settings, refer to the Security Boot Configuration User's Guide at https://www.supermicro.com/support/manuals. Secure Boot Select Enabled to configure Secure Boot settings. The options are Disabled and Enabled.
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C9Z890-MW: UEFI BIOS Secure Boot Mode Use this feature to select the desired secure boot mode for the system. The options are Standard and Custom. ►Enter Audit Mode Select Ok to enter the Audit Mode workflow. It will result in erasing the Platform Key (PK) variables and resetting the system to the Setup/Audit Mode.
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C9Z890-MW: UEFI BIOS Note: This submenu is available when any secure keys have been installed. ►Enroll Efi Image This feature allows the Efi image to run in the secure boot mode, which will enroll the SHA256 Hash certificate of a PE image into the Authorized Signature Database (DB).
C9Z890-MW: UEFI BIOS to append the Forbidden Signature. ►Authorized TimeStamps (dbt) Use this feature to set and save the timestamps for the Authorized Signatures, which will indicate the time when these signatures are entered into the system. These values also indicate sizes, keys, and key sources of the authorized timestamps.
Supermicro Security Erase Configuration Menu ►Supermicro Security Erase Configuration Use this submenu to configure the Supermicro-proprietary Security Erase settings. When this submenu is selected, the following information is displayed. Please note that the order of the following information may differ based on the storage devices being detected.
New Password (Available when "Password" above has been set) Use this feature to set the new user password for the storage device, which enables configuring the Supermicro Security Erase settings by using this new user password. System Agent (SA) Configuration Menu ►System Agent (SA) Configuration...
C9Z890-MW: UEFI BIOS ►PEG Port Configuration PEG 0:6:0 x16 Gen5 PEG 0:1:0 x4 Gen4 This feature displays the PCIe graphic card information installed on a PCIe slot and detected by the BIOS. Enable Root Port Select Enable to activate the Root Port. The options are Disabled and Enabled.
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C9Z890-MW: UEFI BIOS Security Device Support Select Enabled to enable BIOS support for onboard security devices, which are not displayed in the OS. If this feature is set to Enabled, TCG EFI protocol and INT1A interface will not be available. The options are Disabled and Enabled.
C9Z890-MW: UEFI BIOS Storage Hierarchy (Available when "Security Device Support" is set to Enabled) Select Enabled for TPM Storage Hierarchy support that is intended to be used for non-privacy- sensitive operations by a platform owner such as an IT professional or the end user. Storage Hierarchy has an owner policy and an authorization value, both of which can be set and are held constant (-rarely changed) through reboots.
C9Z890-MW: UEFI BIOS TLS Authenticate Configuration Menu ►TLS Authenticate Configuration This submenu allows you to configure Transport Layer Security (TLS) settings. ►Server CA Configuration This feature allows you to configure the client certificate that is to be used by the server.
C9Z890-MW: UEFI BIOS Intel(R) RST 20.10.5817 RST VMD Driver ►Create RAID Volume This submenu will only appear when VMD controller is enabled and the root port of the storage device for RAID array has been mapped under VMD. The mapped storage devices will appear in the Non-RAID Physical Disks list.
C9Z890-MW: UEFI BIOS Delete This feature allows you to delete a RAID volume. When asked to confirm deletion of the RAID volume, select Yes to delete the RAID volume. Note: When deleting a RAID volume, all data on the disks will be deleted as well.
C9Z890-MW: UEFI BIOS 4.6 H/W Monitor Menu Figure 4-12. H/W Monitor Screen System Temperature The following items will be displayed: CPU Temperature - the CPU temperature detected by PECI System Temperature - the system internal temperature Peripheral Temperature - the detected peripheral device temperature...
C9Z890-MW: UEFI BIOS VCC_CORE VDD2 VCC3_3 VCC3_ALW VBAT ►Fan Control Fan Speed Control Mode This feature allows you to decide how the system controls the speeds of the onboard fans. The CPU temperature and the fan speed are correlative. When the CPU on- die temperature increases, the fan speed will also increase for effective system cooling.
C9Z890-MW: UEFI BIOS 4.7 Boot Use this menu to configure Boot settings. Figure 4-13. Boot Screen FIXED BOOT ORDER Priorities Use this feature to prioritize the order of a bootable device from which the system will boot. Press <Enter> on each item sequentially to select the device.
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C9Z890-MW: UEFI BIOS Path for boot option Use this feature to enter the path for the new boot option in the format fsx:\path\filename.efi. Boot option File Path Use this feature to specify the file path for the new boot option.
C9Z890-MW: UEFI BIOS 4.8 Save & Exit Select Save & Exit from the BIOS Setup screen to configure the settings below. Figure 4-14. Save & Exit Screen Save Options Discard Changes and Exit Use this feature to exit from the BIOS Setup utility without making any permanent changes to the system configuration and reboot the computer.
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C9Z890-MW: UEFI BIOS Discard Changes Select this feature and press <Enter> to discard all changes made and return to the BIOS Setup utility. Default Options Restore Optimized Defaults Select this feature and press <Enter> to load manufacturer optimized default settings, which are intended for maximum system performance but not for maximum stability.
C9Z890-MW: UEFI BIOS 4.9 BIOS Update Warning! Do not shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS to prevent possible system boot failure! Read the motherboard README file carefully before you perform the BIOS update. Avertissement! N'éteignez pas et ne réinitialisez pas le système pendant la mise à...
4. Select "Select File" and then in the pop-up menu select "General USB Flash Disk 1.00." 5. Select the filename (e.g., "C9Z890-MW") in the pop-up menu. 6. Select "Start Flash" to flash the BIOS. A pop-up message will appear to show the progress of the BIOS flash.
C9Z890-MW: BIOS Codes Appendix A: BIOS Codes For information about BIOS codes for the C9Z890-MW motherboard, refer to the following content. Additional BIOS POST Codes The AMI BIOS supplies additional checkpoint codes, which are documented online at https://www.supermicro.com/support/manuals ("AMI BIOS POST Codes User's Guide").
C9Z890-MW: Software Appendix B: Software After the C9Z890-MW motherboard has been installed, you can install the Operating System (OS), configure RAID settings and install the drivers.
C9Z890-MW: Software B.1 Driver Installation The Supermicro website contains drivers and utilities for your system at the following page: https://www.supermicro.com/wdl. Some of these drivers and utilities 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.
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C9Z890-MW: Software Figure B-1. Driver & Tools Installation Screen After installing all the drivers showing on the Drivers & Tools screen, go to Windows Device Manager and manually install the drivers for the following devices: For "Base System Device" under "Other devices", right-click it and select Update Driver.
C9Z890-MW: Software B.2 SuperDoctor 5 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).
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. Read this section in its entirety before installing or configuring components in the Supermicro C9Z890-MW motherboard. These...
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C9Z890-MW: Standardized Warning Statements WARNUNG Es besteht Explosionsgefahr, wenn die Batterie durch einen falschen Typ ersetzt wird. Ersetzen Sie die Batterie nur durch den gleichen oder vom Hersteller empfohlenen Batterietyp. Entsorgen Sie die benutzten Batterien nach den Anweisungen des Herstellers.
C9Z890-MW: Standardized Warning Statements WAARSCHUWING Er bestaat explosiegevaar als de batterij wordt vervangen door een verkeerd type. Vervang de batterij slechts met hetzelfde of een equivalent type die door de fabrikant aanbevolen wordt. Gebruikte batterijen dienen overeenkomstig fabrieksvoorschriften afgevoerd te worden.
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C9Z890-MW: Standardized Warning Statements המוצר סילוק !אזהרה המדינה וחוקי להנחיות בהתאם להיות חייב זה מוצר של סופי סילוק اﻟﯩﻄﻨﻴﺔ واﻟﻠﯩﺎﺋﺢ اﻟﻘﯩﺎﻧﻴﻦ ﻟﺠﻤﻴﻊ وﻓﻘﺎ ﻣﻌﻪ اﻟﺘﻌﺎﻣﻞ ﻳﻨﺒﻐﻲ اﻟﻤﻨﺘﺞ ﻫﺬا ﻣﻦ اﻟﻨﻬﺎﺋﻲ اﻟﺘﺨﻠﺺ ﻋﻨﺪ 경고! 이 제품은 해당 국가의 관련 법규 및 규정에 따라 폐기되어야 합니다.
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