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  • Page 1 X13SEDW-F USER'S MANUAL Revision 1.0c...
  • 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

    (5th Generation) and a thermal design power (TDP) of 350 W. Built with the Intel C741 chipset, X13SEDW-F supports 4 TB of ECC RDIMM/RDIMM 3DS DDR5 memory in 16 memory slots. The 4th Generation Intel Xeon Scalable Processor memory has speeds of up to 4800 MT/s (4400 MT/s when fully populated), while the 5th Generation Intel Xeon Scalable Processor memory has speeds of up to 5600 MT/s (4400 MT/s when fully populated).

  • Page 4: Contacting Supermicro

    Super X13SEDW-F User's Manual Contacting Supermicro Headquarters Address: Super Micro Computer, Inc. 980 Rock Ave. San Jose, CA 95131 U.S.A. Tel: +1 (408) 503-8000 Fax: +1 (408) 503-8008 Email: Marketing@supermicro.com (General Information) Sales-USA@supermicro.com (Sales Inquiries) Government_Sales-USA@supermicro.com (Gov. Sales Inquiries) Support@supermicro.com (Technical Support) RMA@supermicro.com...

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Preface Table of Contents Chapter 1 Introduction 1.1 Important Links ........................8 Quick Reference .......................11 Quick Reference Table ......................12 Motherboard Features .......................14 1.2 Processor and Chipset Overview ..................18 1.3 Special Features ........................18 Recovery from AC Power Loss ..................18 1.4 System Health Monitoring ....................18 Onboard Voltage Monitors ....................18 Fan Status Monitor with Firmware Control ...............19 Environmental Temperature Control .................19...
  • Page 6 Super X13SEDW-F User's Manual 2.3 Motherboard Installation .....................30 Tools Needed ........................30 Location of Mounting Holes ....................30 Installing the Motherboard....................31 2.4 Memory Support and Installation ..................32 Memory Support ........................32 General Guidelines for Optimizing Memory Performance ..........35 DIMM Installation ......................36 DIMM Removal .........................36 2.5 Rear I/O Ports ........................37...
  • Page 7 Preface Chapter 4 UEFI BIOS 4.1 Introduction .........................65 4.2 Main Setup .........................66 4.3 Advanced Setup Configurations ..................68 4.4 Event Logs ........................110 4.5 BMC ..........................112 4.6 Security ..........................116 4.7 Boot ..........................122 4.8 Save & Exit ........................124 Appendix A Software Appendix B Standardized Warning Statements...

  • Page 8: Chapter 1 Introduction

    Introduction Congratulations on purchasing your computer motherboard from an industry leader. Supermicro motherboards are designed to provide you with the highest standards in quality and performance. Note: This motherboard was designed to be a part of an integrated server solution.
  • Page 9 Chapter 1: Introduction Figure 1-1. X13SEDW-F Motherboard Image Note: All graphics shown in this manual were based upon the latest PCB revision available at the time of publication of the manual. The motherboard you received may or may not look exactly the same as the graphics shown in this manual.
  • Page 10 Super X13SEDW-F User's Manual Figure 1-2. X13SEDW-F Motherboard Layout (not drawn to scale) JUIDB1 COM1 JRU1 JWD1 JRU1:JFP1 CTRL 1-2:UID JM2_1 JM2_2 2-3:RST PCIe 3.0 x2 JTPM1 PCIe 3.0x2 M.2-P_1 M.2-P_2 JUSBRJ45 M.2 NVME M.2 NVME JWD1:WATCH DOG JUSBRJ45: 1-2:RST...

  • Page 11: Quick Reference

    JAIOM1 JPCIE1 P1-AIOM PCIe 5.0 x16 M.2_MH2 JAIOM2_1 JIPMB1 M.2_MH3 M.2_MH3 M.2_MH2 JAIOM2_1 JFP2 JFP2 USB0/1 MH15 MH16 USB0/1 JSPD1 X13SEDW-F DIMMA2 REV:1.01A JAIOM1_1 DESIGNED IN USA DIMMA1 JAIOM1_1 JAIOM2_2 JBT1 JBT1 DIMMB2 CMOS CLEAR DIMME2 JNCSI1 JAIOM2_2 DIMME1 JPI2C1...

  • Page 12: Quick Reference Table

    Super X13SEDW-F User's Manual Quick Reference Table Jumper Description Default Setting JBT1 CMOS Clear Open (Normal) JPG1 VGA Enable/Disable Pins 1–2 (Enabled) Pins 1–2 UID (Default) JRU1 Front Control Board (JFP1) Signal Reset Pins 2–3 Reset Description Status Power LED...
  • Page 13 M.2_MH1–M.2_MH4 M.2 Mounting Holes USB0/1 Front Accessible USB 2.0 Headers VGA Port Note: For detailed instructions on how to configure Network Interface Card (NIC) set- tings, refer to the Network Interface Card Configuration User's Guide posted on the webpage http://www.supermicro.com/support/manuals/.

  • Page 14: Motherboard Features

    Memory speeds of up to 5600 MT/s (DDR5-4400 MT/s when fully populated) in 16 memory slots (5th Generation Intel Xeon) DIMM Size • 16 GB, 24 GB, 32 GB, 48 GB, 64 GB, 96GB, 128 GB, 256 GB Note: For the latest CPU/memory updates, refer to our website at http://www.supermicro.com/products/motherboard. Chipset • Intel C741 Expansion Slots •...
  • Page 15 Chapter 1: Introduction Motherboard Features Peripheral Devices • Two rear accessible USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports • Two front accessible USB 2.0 headers BIOS • 256 Mb AMI BIOS SPI Flash BIOS ® • ACPI 6.0, Plug and Play (PnP), and SMBIOS 3.0 or later •...
  • Page 16 Super X13SEDW-F User's Manual Note 1: The CPU maximum thermal design power (TDP) is subject to chassis and heatsink cooling restrictions. For proper thermal management, check the chassis and heatsink specifications for proper CPU TDP sizing. Note 2: For IPMI configuration instructions, refer to the Embedded IPMI Configuration...
  • Page 17 Chapter 1: Introduction Figure 1-3. System Block Diagram PCIe 5.0 x16 PCIe 5.0 x16 PE1[0-15] PE0[0-15] LUIO2 RUIO2 LANE REVERSAL PCIe 5.0 x8 PE2[8-15] JAIOM1 LANE REVERSAL PCIe 5.0 x8 PCIe 5.0 x4 MCIO x8 PE2[0-7] PE4[0-3] MCIO x4 JNVME5 JPCIE1 LANE REVERSAL PCIe 5.0 x4...

  • Page 18: Processor And Chipset Overview

    1.2 Processor and Chipset Overview Built upon the functionality and capability of the 4th and 5th Generation Intel Xeon Scalable Processor with the Intel C741 chipset, the X13SEDW-F motherboard provides system performance, power efficiency, and feature sets to address the needs of next-generation computer users.

  • Page 19: Fan Status Monitor With Firmware Control

    Plug and Play, and an operating system-independent interface for configuration control. ACPI leverages the Plug and Play BIOS data structures, while providing a processor architecture-independent implementation that is compatible with appropriate Windows operating systems. For detailed information regarding OS support, refer to the Supermicro website.

  • Page 20: Power Supply

    It is even more important for processors that have high CPU clock rates where noisy power transmission is present. The X13SEDW-F motherboard accommodates a 24-pin ATX power supply. Although most power supplies generally meet the specifications required by the CPU, some are inadequate.

  • Page 21: Chapter 2 Installation

    Chapter 2: Installation Chapter 2 Installation 2.1 Static-Sensitive Devices Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) can damage electronic com ponents. To avoid damaging your system board, it is important to handle it very carefully. The following measures are generally sufficient to protect your equipment from ESD. Precautions •...

  • Page 22: Processor And Heatsink Installation

    Thermal grease is pre-applied on a new heatsink. No additional thermal grease is needed. • Refer to the Supermicro website for updates on processor support. • All graphics in this manual are for illustration purposes only. Your components may look different.

  • Page 23: Overview Of The Processor Carrier Assembly

    Chapter 2: Installation Overview of the Processor Carrier Assembly The processor carrier assembly contains the Intel Xeon processor and a processor carrier. 1. Intel Xeon Processor 2. Processor Carrier Overview of the CPU Socket The CPU socket is protected by a plastic protective cover. 1.

  • Page 24: Overview Of The Processor Heatsink Module

    Super X13SEDW-F 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. 1. Heatsink with Thermal Grease 2. Processor Carrier 3. Intel Xeon Processor Processor Heatsink Module (PHM)

  • Page 25: Creating The Processor Carrier Assembly

    Chapter 2: Installation Creating the Processor Carrier Assembly To install a processor into the processor carrier, follow the steps below: 1. Before installation, make sure the lever on the processor carrier is pressed down as shown below. 2. Hold the processor with the LGA lands (gold contacts) facing up. Locate the small, gold triangle in the corner of the processor and the corresponding hollowed triangle on the processor carrier.

  • Page 26: Assembling The Processor Heatsink Module

    Super X13SEDW-F User's Manual Assembling the Processor Processor Carrier Assembly Heatsink Module (Upside Down) After creating the processor carrier assembly Triangle on the CPU for the processor, mount it onto the heatsink to create the processor heatsink module (PHM): 1. Note the label on top of the heatsink, which marks the airflow direction.

  • Page 27: Preparing The Cpu Socket For Installation

    Chapter 2: Installation Preparing the CPU Socket for Installation This motherboard comes with a plastic protective cover installed on the CPU socket. Remove it from the socket to install the Processor Heatsink Module (PHM). Gently pull up one corner of the plastic protective cover to remove it.

  • Page 28: Installing The Processor Heatsink Module

    Super X13SEDW-F User's Manual Installing the Processor Heatsink Module After assembling the Processor Heatsink Module (PHM), install it onto the CPU socket: 1. Align pin 1 of the PHM with the printed triangle on the CPU socket. See the left image below.

  • Page 29: Removing The Processor Heatsink Module

    Chapter 2: Installation Removing the Processor Heatsink Module Before removing the processor heatsink module (PHM) from the motherboard, shut down the system and then unplug the AC power cord from all power supplies. Then follow the steps below: 1. Use a T30 torx-bit screwdriver to loosen the four screws.

  • Page 30: Motherboard Installation

    Super X13SEDW-F User's Manual 2.3 Motherboard Installation All motherboards have standard mounting holes to fit different types of chassis. Make sure that the locations of all the mounting holes for both the motherboard and the chassis match. Although a chassis may have both plastic and metal mounting fasteners, metal ones are highly recommended because they ground the motherboard to the chassis.

  • Page 31: Installing The Motherboard

    Chapter 2: Installation Installing the Motherboard 1. Install the I/O shield into the back of the chassis, if applicable. 2. Locate the mounting holes on the motherboard. See the previous page for the location. 3. Locate the matching mounting holes on the chassis. Align the mounting holes on the motherboard against the mounting holes on the chassis.

  • Page 32: Memory Support And Installation

    Memory Support The X13SEDW-F motherboard supports up to 4 TB of ECC RDIMM and RDIMM 3DS DDR5 memory in 16 memory slots. The 4th Generation Intel Xeon Scalable Processor memory has speeds of up to 4800 MT/s (4400 MT/s when fully populated), while the 5th Generation Intel Xeon Scalable Processor memory has speeds of up to 5600 MT/s (4800 MT/s when fully populated).
  • Page 33 Chapter 2: Installation Compatible and Incompatible DIMM Types in a Channel and a System DIMM Type RDIMM RDIMM 3DS 9x4 RDIMM RDIMM Compatible Incompatible Incompatible RDIMM 3DS Incompatible Compatible Incompatible 9x4 RDIMM Incompatible Incompatible Compatible DDR5 Memory Support for the 4th Generation Intel Xeon Scalable Processors-SP...
  • Page 34 Super X13SEDW-F User's Manual DDR5 Memory Support for the 5th Generation Intel Xeon Scalable Processors-SP ® ® Speed (MT/s) DIMM Capacity (GB) One DIMM per Two DIMMs Ranks Per Channel per Channel Type DIMM and Data Width (Stack) Memory Memory...

  • Page 35: General Guidelines For Optimizing Memory Performance

    M.2_MH4 M.2_MH1 JAIOM2 JAIOM1 JPCIE1 P1-AIOM PCIe 5.0 x16 JAIOM2_1 JIPMB1 M.2_MH3 M.2_MH2 JFP2 MH15 MH16 USB0/1 JSPD1 X13SEDW-F REV:1.01A JAIOM1_1 DESIGNED IN USA JBT1 CMOS CLEAR JNCSI1 JAIOM2_2 C741 JPI2C1 BT1: BATTERY JPWR1 JS2:SATA 8-11 BIOS LICENSE JPWR2 JRK1...

  • Page 36: Dimm Installation

    Super X13SEDW-F User's Manual DIMM Installation JUIDB1 COM1 JRU1 JWD1 JRU1:JFP1 CTRL 1. Insert the desired number of DIMMs JM2_2 1-2:UID JM2_1 PCIe 3.0 x2 2-3:RST JTPM1 PCIe 3.0x2 M.2-P_2 JUSBRJ45 M.2-P_1 JWD1:WATCH DOG M.2 NVME M.2 NVME 1-2:RST JUSBRJ45:...

  • Page 37: Rear I/O Ports

    M.2_MH4 M.2_MH1 JAIOM2 JAIOM1 JPCIE1 P1-AIOM PCIe 5.0 x16 JAIOM2_1 JIPMB1 M.2_MH3 M.2_MH2 JFP2 MH15 MH16 USB0/1 JSPD1 X13SEDW-F REV:1.01A JAIOM1_1 DESIGNED IN USA JBT1 CMOS CLEAR JNCSI1 JAIOM2_2 C741 JPI2C1 BT1: BATTERY JPWR1 JS2:SATA 8-11 BIOS LICENSE JPWR2 JRK1...
  • Page 38 PCIe 5.0 lanes in each slot which can be utilized to offer additional LAN ports, VPU, storage devices, etc. on the motherboard. Visit the Supermicro website for all available module options. Keep in mind that it is mandatory that power be unplugged prior to removing or installing an AIOM module card to either one of these two expansion slots.

  • Page 39: Universal Serial Bus (Usb) Ports

    M.2_MH1 JAIOM2 JAIOM1 JPCIE1 P1-AIOM PCIe 5.0 x16 3. USB2/3 JAIOM2_1 JIPMB1 M.2_MH3 M.2_MH2 JFP2 MH15 MH16 USB0/1 JSPD1 X13SEDW-F REV:1.01A JAIOM1_1 DESIGNED IN USA JBT1 CMOS CLEAR JNCSI1 JAIOM2_2 C741 JPI2C1 BT1: BATTERY JPWR1 JS2:SATA 8-11 BIOS LICENSE JPWR2...
  • Page 40 Super X13SEDW-F User's Manual Unit Identifier Switch (UID-SW): One button with two functions A Unit Identifier (UID) switch and two LED Indicators are located on the motherboard. The UID switch is located next to the VGA port on the back panel.
  • Page 41 M.2_MH4 M.2_MH1 JAIOM2 JAIOM1 JPCIE1 P1-AIOM PCIe 5.0 x16 JAIOM2_1 JIPMB1 M.2_MH3 M.2_MH2 JFP2 MH15 MH16 USB0/1 JSPD1 X13SEDW-F REV:1.01A JAIOM1_1 DESIGNED IN USA JBT1 CMOS CLEAR JNCSI1 JAIOM2_2 C741 JPI2C1 BT1: BATTERY JPWR1 JS2:SATA 8-11 BIOS LICENSE JPWR2 JRK1...

  • Page 42: Front Control Panel

    JF1 contains header pins for various buttons and indicators that are normally located on a control panel at the front of the chassis. These connectors are designed specifically for use with a Supermicro chassis. See the figure below for the descriptions of the front control panel buttons and LED indicators.

  • Page 43: Power Button

    Chapter 2: Installation Power Button The Power Button connection is located on pins 1 and 2 of JF1. Momentarily contacting both pins will power on/off the system. This button can also be configured to function as a suspend button (with a setting in the BIOS - see Chapter 4). To turn off the power when the system is in suspend mode, press the button for 4 seconds or longer.

  • Page 44: Power Fail

    Super X13SEDW-F User's Manual Power Fail The Power Fail LED connection is located at pins 5 and 6. Refer to the table below for pin definitions. Power Fail LED Pin Definitions (JF1) Pin# Definition 3.3 V Power Fail LED Information LED (OH/Fan Fail/PWR Fail/UID LED) The Information LED (OH/Fan Fail/PWR Fail/UID LED) connection is located on pins 7 and 8 of JF1.
  • Page 45 Chapter 2: Installation NIC1/NIC2 (LAN1/LAN2) The Network Interface Controller (NIC) LED connection for LAN port 1 is located on pins 11 and 12 of JF1, and LAN port 2 is on pins 9 and 10. Attach the NIC LED cables here to display network activity.

  • Page 46: Power Led

    Super X13SEDW-F User's Manual Power LED The Power LED connection is located on pins 15 and 16 of JF1. Refer to the table below for pin definitions. Power LED Pin Definitions (JF1) Pins Definition +3.3 V Stby PWR LED NMI Button The non-maskable interrupt button header is located on pins 19 and 20 of JF1.

  • Page 47: Connectors

    M.2_MH4 M.2_MH1 JAIOM2 JAIOM1 JPCIE1 P1-AIOM PCIe 5.0 x16 JAIOM2_1 JIPMB1 M.2_MH3 M.2_MH2 JFP2 MH15 MH16 USB0/1 JSPD1 X13SEDW-F REV:1.01A JAIOM1_1 DESIGNED IN USA JBT1 CMOS CLEAR JNCSI1 JAIOM2_2 C741 JPI2C1 BT1: BATTERY JPWR1 JS2:SATA 8-11 BIOS LICENSE JPWR2 JRK1...

  • Page 48: Headers

    Super X13SEDW-F User's Manual Headers Chassis Intrusion A Chassis Intrusion header is located at JL1 on the motherboard. Attach the appropriate cable from the chassis to inform you of a chassis intrusion when the chassis is opened. Refer to the table below for pin definitions.

  • Page 49: Fan Headers

    JPCIE1 P1-AIOM PCIe 5.0 x16 6. FAN6 JAIOM2_1 JIPMB1 M.2_MH3 M.2_MH2 JFP2 MH15 MH16 7. Intel RAID Key Header USB0/1 JSPD1 X13SEDW-F REV:1.01A JAIOM1_1 DESIGNED IN USA JBT1 CMOS CLEAR JNCSI1 JAIOM2_2 C741 JPI2C1 BT1: BATTERY JPWR1 JS2:SATA 8-11 BIOS LICENSE...
  • Page 50 Controller (BMC) and a Network Interface Controller (NIC). For the network sideband interface to work properly, you will need to use a NIC add-on card that supports NC-SI and also need to have a special cable. Contact Supermicro at www.supermicro.com to purchase the cable for this header.

  • Page 51: Power Smb

    M.2_MH4 M.2_MH1 JAIOM2 JAIOM1 JPCIE1 P1-AIOM PCIe 5.0 x16 JAIOM2_1 JIPMB1 M.2_MH3 M.2_MH2 JFP2 MH15 MH16 USB0/1 JSPD1 X13SEDW-F REV:1.01A JAIOM1_1 DESIGNED IN USA JBT1 CMOS CLEAR JNCSI1 JAIOM2_2 C741 JPI2C1 BT1: BATTERY JPWR1 JS2:SATA 8-11 BIOS LICENSE JPWR2 JRK1...
  • Page 52 Super X13SEDW-F User's Manual SATA 3.0 Ports This motherboard has two SlimSAS LP connectors located at JS1 (SlimSAS LP x8) and JS2 (SlimSAS LP x4). JS1 supports SATA0–7 and JS2 supports SATA8–11. Standby Power The Standby Power header is located at JSTBY1 on the motherboard. You must have a card with a Standby Power connector and a cable to use this feature.
  • Page 53 A Trusted Platform Module (TPM)/Port 80 header is located at JTPM1 to provide TPM support and Port 80 connection. Use this header to enhance system performance and data security. Refer to the table below for pin definitions. Visit the following link for more information on the TPM: http://www.supermicro.com/manuals/other/TPM.pdf. Trusted Platform Module Header Pin Definitions...

  • Page 54: Jumper Settings

    Super X13SEDW-F User's Manual 2.8 Jumper Settings How Jumpers Work To modify the operation of the motherboard, jumpers can be used to choose between optional settings. Jumpers create shorts between two pins to change the function of the connector. Pin 1 is identified with a square solder pad on the printed circuit board.

  • Page 55: Vga Enable/Disable

    M.2_MH4 M.2_MH1 JAIOM2 JAIOM1 JPCIE1 P1-AIOM PCIe 5.0 x16 JAIOM2_1 JIPMB1 M.2_MH3 M.2_MH2 JFP2 MH15 MH16 USB0/1 JSPD1 X13SEDW-F REV:1.01A JAIOM1_1 DESIGNED IN USA JBT1 CMOS CLEAR JNCSI1 JAIOM2_2 C741 JPI2C1 BT1: BATTERY JPWR1 JS2:SATA 8-11 BIOS LICENSE JPWR2 JRK1...

  • Page 56: Led Indicators

    Super X13SEDW-F User's Manual 2.9 LED Indicators BMC Heartbeat LED A BMC Heartbeat LED is located at LED1 on the motherboard. When LED1 is blinking, the BMC is functioning normally. Refer to the table below for more information. BMC Heartbeat LED Indicator...

  • Page 57: Chapter 3 Troubleshooting

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

  • Page 58: System Boot Failure

    Super X13SEDW-F User's Manual System Boot Failure If the system does not display Power-On-Self-Test (POST) or does not respond after the power is turned on, do the following: 1. Check the screen for an error message. 2. Clear the CMOS settings by unplugging the power cord and contacting both pads on the CMOS clear jumper (JBT1).

  • Page 59: When The System Becomes Unstable

    Chapter 3: Troubleshooting When the System Becomes Unstable A. If the system becomes unstable during or after OS installation, check the following: 1. CPU/BIOS support: Make sure that your CPU is supported and that you have the latest BIOS installed in your system. 2.
  • Page 60 Super X13SEDW-F User's Manual 6. To find out if a component is good, swap this component with a new one to see if the system will work properly. If so, then the old component is bad. You can also install the component in question in another system.

  • Page 61: Technical Support Procedures

    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.

  • Page 62: Frequently Asked Questions

    Super X13SEDW-F User's Manual 3.3 Frequently Asked Questions Question: What type of memory does my motherboard support? Answer: The motherboard supports up to 4 TB of ECC RDIMM/RDIMM 3DS DDR5 memory in 16 memory slots. The 4th Generation Intel Xeon Scalable Processor memory has speeds of up to 4800 MT/s (4400 MT/s when fully populated), while the 5th Generation Intel Xeon Scalable Processor memory has speeds of up to 5600 MT/s (4800 MT/s when fully populated).

  • Page 63: Battery Removal And Installation

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

  • Page 64: Returning Merchandise For Service

    Super X13SEDW-F User's Manual 3.5 Returning Merchandise for Service A receipt or copy of your invoice marked with the date of purchase is required before any warranty service will be rendered. You can obtain service by calling your vendor for a Returned Merchandise Authorization (RMA) number.

  • Page 65: Chapter 4 Uefi Bios

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

  • Page 66: Main Setup

    Super X13SEDW-F User's Manual 4.2 Main Setup When you first enter the AMI BIOS Setup utility, you will see the Main setup screen. You can always return to the Main Setup screen by selecting the Main tab on the top of the screen.
  • Page 67 Chapter 4: BIOS CPLD Version This feature displays the version of the Complex Programmable Logic Device (CPLD) used in the system. Memory Information Total Memory This feature displays the total size of memory available in the system.

  • Page 68: Advanced Setup Configurations

    Super X13SEDW-F User's Manual 4.3 Advanced Setup Configurations Use the arrow keys to select the Advanced submenu and press <Enter> to access the submenu items. Warning: Take caution when changing the Advanced settings. An incorrect value, an improper DRAM frequency, or a wrong BIOS timing setting may cause the system to malfunction. When this occurs, restore the setting to the manufacturer default setting.

  • Page 69: Bootup Numlock State

    Chapter 4: 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.

  • Page 70: Power Button Function

    Super X13SEDW-F User's Manual Restore on AC Power Loss Use this feature to set the power state after a power outage. Select Stay Off for the system power to remain off after a power loss. Select Power On for the system power to be turned on after a power loss.

  • Page 71: Advanced Power Management Configuration

    Chapter 4: BIOS Advanced Power Management Configuration Power Technology Select Energy Efficient to support power-saving mode. Select Custom to customize system power settings. Select Disabled to disable power-saving settings. The options are Disable, Energy Efficient, and Custom. Power Performance Tuning Select BIOS to allow the system BIOS to configure the Power-Performance Tuning Bias setting.
  • Page 72 Super X13SEDW-F User's Manual The following information is displayed when "SpeedStep (P-States)" is set to Enable: • SST-PP Level • Capable • Core Count • P1 Ratio • Package TDP (W) • DTS_Max SpeedStep (P-States) Enhanced Intel SpeedStep Technology (EIST) allows the system to automatically adjust processor voltage and core frequency in an effort to reduce power consumption and heat dissipation.

  • Page 73: Cpu C State Control

    Chapter 4: BIOS Frequency Prioritization SST-CP With Intel Speed Select Technology (Intel SST-CP), surplus frequency is allocated based on the cores' weights. The weight for each core is assigned by the OS or the Virtual Machine Manager (VMM). The options are Enable and Disable. CPU C State Control Enable Monitor MWAIT Select Enable to support Monitor and Mwait, which are two instructions in Streaming...
  • Page 74 Super X13SEDW-F User's Manual Disable Bitmap Enter 0 to enable this feature for all CPU cores. Enter FFFFFFFFFFFFFFFF to disable this feature for all CPU cores. Note that at least one core per CPU must be enabled. Disabling all cores is not allowed. The default setting is 0.
  • Page 75 Chapter 4: BIOS Intel Virtualization Technology Select Enable to enable the Intel Vanderpool Technology for Virtualization platform support. This feature allows multiple operating systems to run simultaneously on the same computer to maximize system resources for performance enhancement. The options are Disable and Enable.
  • Page 76 Super X13SEDW-F User's Manual The following information is displayed: • Total Memory Encryption • Multi-Tenant (TME-MT) • Memory Integrity • Key Stock Amount • TME-MT Key ID bits Trust Domain Extension (TDX) TDX Secure Arbitration Mode Loader (SEAM Loader) ----------------------------------------------------------------...

  • Page 77: Chipset Configuration

    Chapter 4: BIOS SGX QoS (Available when "SW Guard Extensions (SGX)" is set to Enabled) Use this feature to enable Intel SGX Quality of Service (QoS) support. QoS can make better network performance by prioritizing network traffic. The options are Disabled and Enabled. Chipset Configuration ...
  • Page 78 Super X13SEDW-F User's Manual Link L1 Enable Select Enable for the BIOS to activate Link L1 support. This feature will power down the UPI links to save power when the system is idle. This feature is available for the system that uses Intel processors with UPI technology support.

  • Page 79: Memory Configuration

    Chapter 4: BIOS Stale AtoS (A to S) The in-memory directory has three states: I, A, and S states. The I (-invalid) state indi- cates that the data is clean and does not exist in the cache of any other sockets. The A (-snoop All) state indicates that the data may exist in another socket in an exclusive or modified state.

  • Page 80: Memory Topology

    Super X13SEDW-F User's Manual Legacy ADR Mode Use this feature to support the Legacy ADR mode to enhance memory performance. The options are Disable, Enable, and Auto. DDR 2x Refresh Enable Select Enable for memory 2X refresh support to enhance memory performance. The options are Auto, Disable, and Enable.

  • Page 81: Patrol Scrub

    Chapter 4: BIOS The following information is displayed: • Leaky Bucket Low Bit • Leaky Bucket High Bit ADDDC Sparing Select Enabled for Adaptive Double Device Data Correction (ADDDC) support, which will not only provide memory error checking and correction but will also prevent the system from issuing a performance penalty before a device fails.

  • Page 82: Iio Configuration

    Super X13SEDW-F User's Manual IIO Configuration  CPU1 Configuration  IOU0/1/2/3/4 (IIO PCIe Port 1/2/3/4/5) Use this feature to configure the PCIe port Bifurcation setting for PCIe port. The op- tions are Auto, x4x4x4x4, x4x4x8, x8x4x4, x8x8, and x16. *For detailed slot bifurcation mapping, refer to the system block diagram in Chapter 1.

  • Page 83: Ioat Configuration

    Chapter 4: BIOS IOAT Configuration  Relaxed Ordering Select Yes to enable Relaxed Ordering support. This feature allows certain transactions to violate the strict-ordering rules of PCI bus for a transaction to be completed prior to other transactions that have already been enqueued. The options are No and Yes. Intel®...
  • Page 84 Super X13SEDW-F User's Manual Intel® VMD for Volume Management Device on Socket 0 (Available  when "NVMe Mode Switch" is set to Manual) VMD Config for PCH ports Enable/Disable VMD Select Enable to enable Intel Volume Management Device (VMD) technology support for the root port specified.
  • Page 85 Chapter 4: BIOS RSC-D2-666G5 SLOT3 VMD (Available when Enable/Disable VMD" is set to Enable) Select Enable to enable Intel VMD technology support for the root port specified. The options are Disable and Enable. Hot Plug Capable Select Enable to enable Hot Plug support for the root ports specified. This feature allows you to change the devices on those root ports without shutting down the system.
  • Page 86 Super X13SEDW-F User's Manual Onboard NVMe9 VMD / Onboard NVMe10 VMD (Available when the device is detected by the system and "Enable/Disable VMD" above is set to Enable) Select Enable to enable Intel VMD technology support for the root port specified.

  • Page 87: South Bridge

    Chapter 4: BIOS South Bridge The following USB information is displayed: • USB Devices Legacy USB Support Select Enabled to support onboard legacy USB devices. Select Auto to disable legacy support if there are no legacy USB devices present. Select Disabled to have all USB devices available for EFI applications only.

  • Page 88: Sata Controller

    Super X13SEDW-F User's Manual PCH SATA1 Configuration  When the submenu is selected, the AMI BIOS automatically detects the presence of the SATA devices that are supported by the Intel PCH chip and displays the following features. SATA Controller This feature enables or disables the onboard SATA controller supported by the Intel PCH chip.
  • Page 89 Chapter 4: BIOS SATA Device Type Use this feature to specify if the device installed on the SATA port you specified should be connected to a Solid State drive or a Hard Disk Drive. The options are Hard Disk Drive and Solid State Drive.

  • Page 90: Trusted Computing

    Super X13SEDW-F User's Manual Spin Up Device Select Enable for Staggered Spin Up support. This feature allows the SATA devices you specified to spin up one at a time at boot up in an effort to prevent all hard drive disks from spinning up at the same time, causing a power surge.
  • Page 91 The options are Disabled and Enabled. Supermicro BIOS-Based TPM Provision Support If this feature is set to Enabled, Supermicro BIOS-based TPM provision will be supported. The options are Disabled and Enabled. Note: Enabling this feature will lock your TPM on the production platform, and you will...

  • Page 92: Acpi Settings

    Super X13SEDW-F User's Manual TXT Support Select Enabled to enable Intel Trusted Execution Technology (TXT) support to enhance system integrity and data security. The options are Disabled and Enabled. Note 1: If this feature is set to Enabled, be sure to disable Device Function On-Hide (EV DFX) support when it is present in the BIOS for the system to work properly.

  • Page 93: Super Io Configuration

    Chapter 4: BIOS Super IO Configuration  The following Super IO information is displayed: • Super IO Chip AST2600 Serial Port 1 Configuration This submenu allows you to configure the settings of Serial Port 1. Serial Port 1 Select Enabled to enable the selected onboard serial port. The options are Disabled and Enabled.

  • Page 94: Serial Port Console Redirection

    Super X13SEDW-F User's Manual Serial Port Console Redirection  COM1 Console Redirection Select Enabled to enable COM port 1 for Console Redirection. This feature allows a client machine to be connected to a host machine at a remote site for networking. The options are Disabled and Enabled.
  • Page 95 Chapter 4: BIOS Flow Control Use this feature to set the flow control for Console Redirection to prevent data loss caused by buffer overflow. Send a "Stop" signal to stop sending data when the receiving buffer is full. Send a "Start" signal to start sending data when the receiving buffer is empty. The options are None and Hardware RTS/CTS.
  • Page 96 Super X13SEDW-F User's Manual Bits Per Second Use this feature to set the transmission speed for a serial port used in Console Redirection. Make sure that the same speed is used in the host computer and the client computer. A lower transmission speed may be required for long and busy lines.

  • Page 97: Legacy Console Redirection Settings

    Chapter 4: BIOS Legacy Console Redirection Legacy Console Redirection Settings Legacy Redirection Port Use this feature to select a COM port to display redirection of Legacy OS and Legacy OPROM messages. The options are COM1 and SOL/COM2. Resolution Use this feature to select the number of rows and columns used in Console Redirection for Legacy OS support.

  • Page 98: Network Configuration

    Super X13SEDW-F User's Manual Bits Per Second EMS This feature sets the transmission speed for a serial port used in Console Redirection. Make sure that the same speed is used in the host computer and the client computer. A lower transmission speed may be required for long and busy lines. The options are 9600, 19200, 57600, and 115200 (bits per second).
  • Page 99 Chapter 4: BIOS Media Detect Count Use this feature to select the wait time (in seconds) for the BIOS ROM to detect the presence of a LAN media either via the Internet connection or via a LAN port. Press <+> or <-> on your keyboard to change the value.
  • Page 100 Super X13SEDW-F User's Manual MAC:xxxxxxxxxxxx-IPv6 Network Configuration MAC:xxxxxxxxxxxx-IPv6 Network Configuration MAC:xxxxxxxxxxxx-IPv6 Network Configuration MAC:xxxxxxxxxxxx-IPv6 Network Configuration MAC:xxxxxxxxxxxx-IPv6 Network Configuration Enter Configuration Menu The following information will display: Interface Name / Interface Type / MAC address / Host addresses / Route Table / Gateway...

  • Page 101: Pcie/Pci/Pnp Configuration

    Chapter 4: BIOS PCIe/PCI/PnP Configuration  The following information is displayed: • PCI Bus Driver Version PCI Devices Common Settings: Above 4G Decoding (Available if the system supports 64-bit PCI decoding) Select Enabled to decode a PCI device that supports 64-bit in the space above 4G Address. The options are Disabled and Enabled.

  • Page 102: Vga Priority

    Super X13SEDW-F User's Manual NVMe Firmware Source Use this feature to select the NVMe firmware to support system booting. The default option, Vendor Defined Firmware, is pre-installed on the drive and may resolve errata or enable innovative functions for the drive. The other option, AMI Native Support, is offered by the BIOS with a generic method.
  • Page 103 Use this feature to enter the SMCI Key Management Service (KMS) server IPv4 address in dotted-decimal notation (e.g., 255.255.255.255). Second Supermicro KMS Server IP address Use this feature to enter the second SMCI KMS server IPv4 address in dotted-decimal notation (e.g., 255.255.255.255).

  • Page 104: Client Certificate

    Super-Guardians Configuration  Super Guardians is a unified security solution to facilitate KMS, TPM, or USB-based authentication controls for Supermicro X13 motherboards. Use this submenu to configure the authentication policy, method, and KMS server settings. Super-Guardians Protection Policy Use this feature to enable the Super-Guardians Protection Policy. The options are Storage, System, and "System and Storage."...
  • Page 105 Note 1: Be sure that the KMS server is ready before configuring this feature. Note 2: Use the professional KMS server solutions (e.g., Thales Server) or the Supermicro PyKMIP Software Package to establish the KMS server. When this feature has previously been set to Enabled, the options are Enabled, Reset, and Key Rotation.
  • Page 106 Super X13SEDW-F User's Manual Save Authentication-Key Use this feature to toggle whether the BIOS should automatically save an Authentication-Key with the name TPMAuth.bin to a USB flash drive. The options are Disabled and Enabled. After an Authentication Key is saved, this option will be reset to Disabled. Changes take effect after you save settings and reboot the system.

  • Page 107: Nic Configuration

    Chapter 4: BIOS NIC Configuration Legacy Boot Protocol Use this feature to select a non-UEFI network boot protocol. The default option is None. Link Speed This feature displays the connection speed of a LAN port. The options are Auto Negotiated, 10 Mbps Half, 10 Mbps Full, 100 Mbps Half, and 100 Mbps Full.
  • Page 108 Super X13SEDW-F User's Manual 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. Enroll Certification This feature allows you to enroll the certificate in the system.

  • Page 109: Driver Health

    Chapter 4: BIOS Driver Health This feature displays the driver health information. You can select each one and press <Enter> to see the details. Intel(R) PRO/1000 9.6.02 PCIe Intel(R) I350 Gigabit Network Connection Intel(R) I350 Gigabit Network Connection Intel(R) I350 Gigabit Network Connection Intel(R) I350 Gigabit Network Connection...

  • Page 110: Event Logs

    Super X13SEDW-F User's Manual 4.4 Event Logs Use this menu to configure Event Log settings. Note: After you've made any changes in this section, reboot the system for the changes to take effect. Change SMBIOS Event Log Settings Enabling/Disabling Options...

  • Page 111: Smbios Event Log Standard Settings

    Chapter 4: BIOS SMBIOS Event Log Standard Settings Log System Boot Event (Available when "SMBIOS Event Log" is set to Enabled) Select Enabled to log system boot events. The options are Enabled and Disabled. MECI (Multiple Event Count Increment) (Available when "SMBIOS Event Log" is set to Enabled) Enter the increment value for the multiple event counter.

  • Page 112: Bmc

    Super X13SEDW-F User's Manual 4.5 BMC Use this menu to configure BMC settings. BMC Firmware Revision This feature indicates the IPMI firmware revision used in your system. BMC STATUS (Baseboard Management Controller) This feature indicates the status of the IPMI firmware installed in your system.

  • Page 113: Bmc Network Configuration

    Chapter 4: BIOS When SEL is Full This feature allows you to determine what the BIOS should do when the system event log is full. Select Erase Immediately to erase all events in the log when the system event log is full.
  • Page 114 Super X13SEDW-F User's Manual Station MAC Address (Available when "Configuration Address Source" is set to Static) This feature displays the Station MAC address for this computer. Mac addresses are six two-digit hexadecimal numbers. Gateway IP Address This feature displays the Gateway IP address for this computer. This should be in decimal and in dotted quad form (i.e., 172.29.0.1).

  • Page 115: Advanced Settings

    Chapter 4: BIOS Gateway IP (Available when "Configuration Address Source" is set to Static Configuration) Use this feature to enter the IPv6 gateway IP address. Press <Enter> to change the setting. Advanced Settings This feature allows you to automatically obtain the DNS server IP or manually obtain the DNS server IP.

  • Page 116: Security

    Super X13SEDW-F User's Manual 4.6 Security Use this menu to configure the following security settings for the system. Disable Block Sid Select Enabled to allow SID authentication to be performed in TCG Storage devices. The options are Disabled and Enabled.
  • Page 117 Admin Pwd Status: This feature displays the admin password status. • HDD User Pwd Status: This feature indicates if a password has been set as a SATA user password which allows you to configure Supermicro Security Erase settings on the HDD (SATA) device by using this SATA user password.

  • Page 118: Security Function

    Super X13SEDW-F User's Manual Security Function Select Set Password to set an HDD/SATA password which allows you to configure the security settings of the HDD/SATA device. Select Security Erase - Password to enter a SATA user password to allow you to erase the password and the contents previously stored in the HDD/ SATA device.

  • Page 119: Secure Boot

    Note: For detailed instructions on how to configure Security Boot settings, refer to the Security Boot Configuration User's Guide posted on the web page under the link: http:// www.supermicro.com/support/manuals/. This section displays the contents of the following secure boot features: •...
  • Page 120 Super X13SEDW-F User's Manual Reset To Setup Mode (Available when any secure keys have been installed) This feature resets the system to the Setup Mode. The options are Yes and No.  Enroll Efi Image This feature allows the image to run in the secure boot mode. Enroll SHA256 Hash cer- tificate of a PE image into the Authorized Signature Database (DB).
  • Page 121 Chapter 4: BIOS  Forbidden Signatures (dbx) Use this feature to enter and configure a set of values to be used as Forbidden Signa- tures for the system. These values also indicate sizes, key numbers, and key sources of the forbidden signatures. Select Update to update your "Forbidden Signatures." Select Append to append your "Forbidden Signatures."...

  • Page 122: Boot

    Super X13SEDW-F User's Manual 4.7 Boot Use this menu to configure Boot settings. Boot Mode Select Use this feature to select the type of devices from which the system will boot. The options are Legacy, UEFI, and Dual. Note: When "Boot Mode Select" is set to Dual, all OPROM-related features will be set to Legacy.

  • Page 123: Delete Boot Option

    Chapter 4: BIOS When "Boot Mode Select" is set to UEFI (default), the following features will be displayed for configuration: • Boot Option #1–Boot Option #9 When "Boot Mode Select" is set to Dual, the following features will be displayed for configuration: •...

  • Page 124: Save & Exit

    Super X13SEDW-F User's Manual 4.8 Save & Exit Use this menu to save settings and exit from the BIOS. Save Options Discard Changes and Exit Use this feature to exit from the BIOS Setup utility without making any permanent changes to the system configuration and reboot the computer.
  • Page 125 Chapter 4: BIOS Default Options Restore Optimized Defaults Select this feature and press <Enter> to load manufacturer optimized default settings. The default settings are intended for maximum system performance but not for maximum stability. Save As User Defaults Select this feature and press <Enter> to save all changes on the default values specified to the BIOS Setup utility for future use.

  • Page 126: Appendix A Software

    1. Create a method to access the MS Windows installation ISO file. That can be a USB flash or media drive. 2. Retrieve the proper RST/RSTe driver. Go to the Supermicro web page for your motherboard and click on "Download the Latest Drivers and Utilities", select the proper driver, and copy it to a USB flash drive.
  • Page 127 Appendix A: Software 4. During Windows Setup, continue to the dialog where you select the drives on which to install Windows. If the disk you want to use is not listed, click on “Load driver” link at the bottom left corner. Figure A-2.

  • Page 128: Driver Installation

    Super X13SEDW-F User's Manual A.2 Driver Installation The Supermicro website that contains drivers and utilities for your system is at https://www. supermicro.com/wdl/driver/. Some of these must be installed, such as the chipset driver. After accessing the website, go into the CDR_Images (in the parent directory of the above link) and locate the ISO file for your motherboard.
  • Page 129 Interface (IPMI). IPMI is used to provide remote access, monitoring and management. There are several BIOS settings that are related to IPMI. Supermicro ships standard products with a unique password for the BMC ADMIN user. This password can be found on a label on the motherboard. For general documentation and information on IPMI, visit our website at https://www.supermicro.com/en/support/BMC_...

  • Page 130: Appendix B Standardized Warning Statements

    The following statements are industry standard warnings, provided to warn the user of situations which have the potential for bodily injury. Should you have questions or experience difficulty, contact Supermicro's Technical Support department for assistance. Only certified technicians should attempt to install or configure components.
  • Page 131 Appendix B: Standardized Warning Statements Attention Danger d'explosion si la pile n'est pas remplacée correctement. Ne la remplacer que par une pile de type semblable ou équivalent, recommandée par le fabricant. Jeter les piles usagées conformément aux instructions du fabricant. ¡Advertencia! Existe peligro de explosión si la batería se reemplaza de manera incorrecta.

  • Page 132: Product Disposal

    Super X13SEDW-F User's Manual Product Disposal Warning! Ultimate disposal of this product should be handled according to all national laws and regulations. 製品の廃棄 この製品を廃棄処分する場合、 国の関係する全ての法律 ・ 条例に従い処理する必要があります。 警告 本产品的废弃处理应根据所有国家的法律和规章进行。 警告 本產品的廢棄處理應根據所有國家的法律和規章進行。 Warnung Die Entsorgung dieses Produkts sollte gemäß allen Bestimmungen und Gesetzen des Landes erfolgen.

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