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PC users. It provides information for the installation and use of the X9SRD-F motherboard. About This Motherboard X9SRD-F Motherboard supports a single Intel® E5-1600/E5-2600 series CPU (LGA 2011 socket). With the Intel® C602J chipset built in, the X9SRD- F motherboard offers exceptional system performance in a proprietary footprint optimized for Supermicro's line of chassis.
X9SRD-F Motherboard User’s Manual 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: Danger/Caution: Instructions to be strictly followed to prevent catastrophic...
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Contacting Supermicro ....................v Chapter 1 Introduction Overview ......................1-1 Checklist ......................1-1 X9SRD-F Quick Reference ................1-4 Motherboard Features ..................1-6 Chipset Overview ................... 1-9 Intel C602J Chipset Features ................. 1-9 Special Features ................... 1-10 Recovery from AC Power Loss ..............1-10 PC Health Monitoring ..................
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Table of Contents Motherboard Installation .................. 2-9 Installation Instructions .................. 2-10 System Memory .................... 2-12 How to Install DDR3 DIMMs ................. 2-12 Memory Support .................... 2-12 Installing and Removing DIMMs ..............2-13 Memory Population Guidelines ..............2-14 Connectors/I/O Ports ..................2-15 Back Panel Connectors and I/O Ports ............
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X9SRD-F Motherboard User’s Manual Chapter 3 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Procedures ................3-1 Before Power On .................... 3-1 No Power ......................3-1 No Video ......................3-2 Memory Errors ....................3-2 When You Lose the System’s Setup Configuration ........3-2 Technical Support Procedures ................ 3-3 Frequently Asked Questions ................3-4 Battery Removal and Installation ..............
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Table of Contents CPU Configuration ..................4-5 Socket 1 CPU Information ............... 4-5 Clock Spread Spectrum ................4-5 Hyper Threading ..................4-6 Active Processor Cores ................4-6 Limit CPUID Maximum ................4-6 Execute-Disable Bit Capability (Available when supported by the OS and the CPU) .....................
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X9SRD-F Motherboard User’s Manual Load Onboard LAN1 Option ROM / Load Onboard LAN2 Option ROM . 4-13 Load Onboard SAS Option ROM ............. 4-13 VGA Priority ....................4-13 Super IO Configuration ................4-14 Serial Port Console Redirection ..............4-14 COM 1/SOL ....................4-14 Console Redirection .................
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Table of Contents Administrator Password ................4-24 User Password: ..................4-24 Save & Exit ....................4-25 Discard Changes and Exit ..............4-25 Save Changes and Reset ................ 4-25 Save Changes ..................4-25 Discard Changes ..................4-26 Restore Optimized Defaults ..............4-26 Save As User Defaults ................
Chapter 1: Introduction Chapter 1 Introduction Overview Checklist Congratulations on purchasing your computer motherboard from an acknowledged leader in the industry. Supermicro boards are designed with the utmost attention to detail to provide you with the highest standards in quality and performance. Please check that the following items have all been included with your motherboard.
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X9SRD-F Motherboard User’s Manual X9SRD-F Motherboard Image Note: All graphics shown in this manual were based upon the latest PCB Revision avail- able at the time of publishing of the manual. The motherboard you've received may or may not look exactly the same as the...
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Chapter 1: Introduction Motherboard Layout Important Notes to the User JUIDB1 • See Chapter 2 for detailed informa- tion on jumpers, I/O ports and JF1 IPMI_LAN front panel connections. ▪ • " " indicates the location of "Pin 1". JPB1:BMC 1-2:ENABLE 2-3:DISABLE JPB1...
X9SRD-F Motherboard User’s Manual Motherboard Features Single Intel® Xeon E5-2600/E5-1600 series (LGA 2011) Memory Four (4) DIMM slots support up to 128 GB of DDR3, unbuf- fered, 1600/1333/1066/800 MHz, ECC LV/LR/R/UDIMM Supports dual-channel memory bus DIMM sizes DIMM 1 GB, 2 GB, 4 GB, 16GB and 32GB Chipset Intel®...
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Chapter 1: Introduction System Management PECI (Platform Environment Configuration Interface) 2.0 support System resource alert via Supero Doctor III SuperoDoctor III, Watch Dog Unit ID LED, System/CPU overheat LED CD Utilities BIOS flash upgrade utility Drivers and software for Intel® C602J PCH chipset utilities...
X9SRD-F Motherboard User’s Manual X9SRD-F Motherboard Block Diagram (*:Default) DDR3 (CHC) DDR3 (CHA) DIMMC DIMMA Up to *1600/1866MHz Up to *1600/1866MHz DDR3 (CHD) DDR3 (CHB) DIMMD *Sandy Bridge EP DIMMB Up to *1600/1866MHz Up to *1600/1866MHz Ivy Bridge PCIe3.0_x8 PCIe x8 SLOT 8GT/s PCIe3.0_x8...
Chapter 1: Introduction Chipset Overview The Intel® C602J is a single chip solution that is designed for dedicated servers and workstations. It supports high-speed SATA and advanced requirements for Intel Xeon platforms. Intel C602J Chipset Features • Direct Media Interface (up 5 Gt/s transfer, Full Duplex) •...
X9SRD-F Motherboard User’s Manual Special Features Recovery from AC Power Loss Basic I/O System (BIOS) provides a setting for you to determine 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 a power-on state.
This feature is available when the system is used with Supero Doctor III in the Windows OS environment or used with Supero Doctor II in Linux. Supero Doctor is used to notify the user of certain system events. For example, you can also configure Supero Doctor to provide you with warnings when the system temperature, CPU temperatures, voltages and fan speeds go beyond predefined thresholds.
Chapter 2: Installation Chapter 2 Installation Static-Sensitive Devices Electrostatic-Discharge (ESD) can damage electronic com ponents. To pre- vent damage to your system board, it is important to handle it very carefully. The following measures are generally sufficient to protect your equipment from ESD.
X9SRD-F User's Manual Processor and Heatsink Installation Warning: When handling the processor package, avoid placing direct pressure on the label area. Notes: Always connect the power cord last, and always remove it before adding, removing or changing any hardware components. Make sure that you in- stall the processor into the CPU socket before you install the CPU heatsink.
Chapter 2: Installation Opening the LGA2011 Socket The instructions on the following pages will show the 'regular' type socket. How- ever, they also apply to the 'narrow' type as well. The drawings are provided for illustration purposes only. 1. Before opening the LGA2011 socket, remove the black 'IMPORTANT!' plas- tic protective cap using your fingers and save it for future use.
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X9SRD-F User's Manual 3. Press the second load lever labeled 'Close 1st' to release the load plate which covers the CPU socket from its locking position. Press down on Load Lever 'Close 1st' Pull lever away from the socket 4. With the 'Close 1st' lever fully retracted, gently push down on the 'Open 1st' lever to open the load plate.
Chapter 2: Installation Installing the LGA2011 Processor 1. Use your thumb and index finger to hold the CPU on its edges. Align the CPU keys (semi-circle cutouts) against the socket keys. Socket Keys CPU Keys 2. Once it is aligned, carefully lower the CPU straight down into the socket. (Do not drop the CPU on the socket.
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X9SRD-F User's Manual 3. Do not rub the CPU against the surface or against any pins of the socket to avoid damaging the CPU or the socket.) 4. With the CPU inside the socket, inspect the four corners of the CPU to make sure that the CPU is properly installed.
Chapter 2: Installation Installing a Passive CPU Heatsink 1. Do not apply any thermal grease to the heatsink or the CPU die -- the re- quired amount has already been applied. 2. Place the heatsink on top of the CPU so that the four mounting holes are aligned with those on the Motherboard's and the Heatsink Bracket under- neath.
X9SRD-F User's Manual Removing the Heatsink Warning: We do not recommend that the CPU or the heatsink be removed. However, if you do need to uninstall the heatsink, please follow the instruc- tions below to uninstall the heatsink to prevent damage done to the CPU or the CPU socket.
Note: The above items are not provided with this motherboard. Location of Mounting Holes There are eight (8) mounting holes on the X9SRD-F motherboard. These holes correspond to screw holes in a matching motherboard tray that slides into a blade- type chassis.
X9SRD-F User's Manual Caution: To avoid damaging the motherboard and its components, please do not use a force greater than 8 lb/inch on each mounting screw during motherboard installation. Installation Instructions Locate the mounting holes on the motherboard. Refer to the layout on the previous page for mounting hole locations.
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The image above shows the X9SRD-F and tray on a different angle, showing a riser card and a Micro LP network card installed. The image above shows the X9SRD-F on a motherboard tray and how it is installed as one of the nodes in a server chassis.
2. Insert each DIMM module vertically and snap it into place. Repeat step 1 to install more memory, if needed. See instructions on the next page. Memory Support The X9SRD-F supports up to 128GB of unbuffered DDR3 ECC LV/LR/R/UDIMM 1333/1600 MHz in 4 DIMM slots. Installing and Removing DIMMs...
Chapter 2: Installation Installing and Removing DIMMs Position the DIMM module's bottom key so that it aligns with the receptive point on the slot. Notches Release Push a Lock/Release tab to the Release position. Make sure that the side notches of the DIMM module aligns with the Lock/ Release Release tab of the slot as it is...
X9SRD-F User's Manual Memory Population Guidelines When installing memory modules, the DIMM slots should be populated in the following order: DIMMA1, DIMMB1, DIMMC1 and DIMMD1. • Always use DDR3 DIMM modules of the same size, type and speed. • Mixed DIMM speeds can be installed. However, all DIMMs will run at the speed of the slowest DIMM.
X9SRD-F User's Manual KVM Port The KVM port supports two USB, VGA and UART interface. Please attach a compatible KVM connector/switch to this port. IPMI Port A dedicated IPMI LAN port is located next to the KVM port to provide dedi- cated network connection for IPMI 2.0.
X9SRD-F User's Manual Connecting Cables This section provides brief descriptions and pin-out definitions for onboard power connectors. Be sure to use the correct cable for each header or connector. Universal Serial Bus (USB) USB Header Pin Definitions Two Universal Serial Bus ports (USB...
X9SRD-F User's Manual Jumper Settings Explanation of Jumpers 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.
X9SRD-F User's Manual VGA Enable (JPG1) VGA Enable/Disable Jumper Set- tings (JPG1) JPG1 allows the user to enable the onboard Both Jumpers Definition VGA connector (through the KVM). Close Pins Pins 1-2 Enabled (Default) 1~2 to use this function. The default setting is...
X9SRD-F User's Manual Onboard Indicators LAN Link/Speed LED Indicator LED Color Definition IPMI Dedicated LAN Port No Connection or 10 Mbps An IPMI Dedicated LAN port installed on Green (On) 100 Mbps the I/O back panel. The yellow LED on...
X9SRD-F User's Manual Serial ATA and HDD Connections SATA Connections (SATA0~4) Two Serial ATA 2.0 connectors (I-SATA 4/5) are located on the motherboard. In addition, Two SATA 3.0 (SATA 0/1) and Two SATA 2.0 (2/3) ports are supported through the back panel. These Serial Link connections provide faster data transmis- sion than legacy Parallel ATA.
Chapter 3: Troubleshooting Chapter 3 Troubleshooting 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 hardware components.
X9SRD-F Motherboard User’s Manual No Video 1. If the power is on, but you have no video--in this case, you will need to re- move all the add-on cards and cables first. 2. Use the speaker to determine if any beep codes exist. (Refer to Appendix A for details on beep codes.)
Chapter 3: Troubleshooting Technical Support Procedures Before contacting Technical Support, please make sure that you have followed all the steps listed below. Also, Note that as a motherboard manufacturer, Supermicro does not sell directly to end users, so it is best to first check with your distributor or reseller for troubleshooting services.
X9SRD-F Motherboard User’s Manual Frequently Asked Questions Question: What type of memory does my motherboard support? Answer: Please see Section 2-3 for a comprehensive answer. Question: How do I update my BIOS? Answer: It is recommended that you do not upgrade your BIOS if you are not experiencing any problems with your system.
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Another solution is to use a USB floppy drive instead of the onboard floppy drive. For the IPMI jumper location, please check Chapter 1. Question: What is the heatsink part number for my X9SRD-F Series motherboard? Answer: For the 1U passive heatsink, ask for SNK-P0047PS.
X9SRD-F Motherboard User’s Manual Battery Removal and Installation Battery Battery Lock Battery Removal To remove the onboard battery, follow the steps below: 1. Power off your system and unplug your power Battery Holder cable. 2. Locate the onboard battery as shown below.
Chapter 3: Troubleshooting 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. For faster service, you may also obtain RMA authorizations online (http://www.supermicro.
BIOS Introduction This chapter describes the AMI BIOS Setup Utility for the X9SRD-F Motherboard. The AMI ROM BIOS is stored in a Flash EEPROM and can be easily updated. This chapter describes the basic navigation of the AMI BIOS Setup Utility setup screens.
X9SRD-F Motherboard User’s Manual How to Start the Setup Utility Normally, the only visible Power-On Self-Test (POST) routine is the memory test. As the memory is being tested, press the <Delete> key to enter the main menu of the AMI BIOS Setup Utility. From the main menu, you can access the other setup screens.
Day MM/DD/YY format. The time is entered in HH:MM:SS format. (Note: The time is in the 24-hour format. For example, 5:30 P.M. appears as 17:30:00.) Supermicro X9SRD-F Version: This item displays the version of the BIOS used in the system.
X9SRD-F Motherboard User’s Manual Advanced Setup Configurations Use the arrow keys to select Boot Setup and hit <Enter> to access the submenu items: BOOT Feature Quiet Boot This option allows the bootup screen options to be modified between POST mes- sages or the OEM logo.
Chapter 4: AMI BIOS Interrupt 19 Capture Interrupt 19 is the software interrupt that handles the boot disk function. When this item is set to Enabled, the ROM BIOS of the host adaptors will "capture" Interrupt 19 at boot and allow the drives that are attached to these host adaptors to function as bootable disks.
X9SRD-F Motherboard User’s Manual Hyper Threading Set to Enabled to use the processor's Hyper Threading Technology feature. The options are Enabled and Disabled. Active Processor Cores Set to Enabled to use a processor's Second Core and beyond. (Please refer to Intel's web site for more information.) The options are All, 1, 2, 4, and 6.
Chapter 4: AMI BIOS Intel Virtualization Technology (Available when supported by the CPU) ® Select Enabled to use the feature of Virtualization Technology to allow one platform to run multiple operating systems and applications in independent partitions, creat- ing multiple "virtual" systems in one physical computer. The options are Enabled and Disabled.
X9SRD-F Motherboard User’s Manual Package C State Limit If set to Auto, the AMI BIOS will automatically set the limit on the C-State pack- age register. The options are C0, C2, C6, and No Limit. Energy/Performance Bias Use this feature to select an appropriate fan setting to achieve maximum system performance (with maximum cooling) or maximum energy efficiency with maxi- mum power saving).
Chapter 4: AMI BIOS Data Direct I/O Select Enabled to enable Intel I/OAT (I/O Acceleration Technology), which sig- nificantly reduces CPU overhead by leveraging CPU architectural improvements and freeing the system resource for other tasks. The options are Disabled and Enabled.
X9SRD-F Motherboard User’s Manual Channel Interleaving This feature selects from the different channel memory interleaving methods. The options are Auto, 1 Way, 2 Way, 3 Way and 4 Way. Rank Interleaving This feature selects from the different rank memory interleaving methods. The options are Auto, 1 Way, 2 Way, 4 Way and 8 Way.
Chapter 4: AMI BIOS EHCI Controller 1 / EHCI Controller 2 This feature enables the Enhanced Host Controller Interface (EHCI). The options are Enabled and Disabled. Legacy USB Support This feature enables support for legacy USB devices. Select Auto to disable legacy support if USB devices are not present.
X9SRD-F Motherboard User’s Manual AHCI Mode The following items are displayed when AHCI Mode is selected: Aggressive Link Power Management When Enabled, the SATA AHCI controller manages the power usage of the SATA link. The controller will put the link in a low power mode dur- ing extended periods of I/O inactivity, and will return the link to an active state when I/O activity resumes.
Chapter 4: AMI BIOS PERR# Generation Set this item to Enabled to allow PCI devices to generate PERR# error codes. The options are Enabled and Disabled. SERR# Generation Set this item to Enabled to allow PCI devices to generate SERR# error codes. The options are Enabled and Disabled.
X9SRD-F Motherboard User’s Manual Super IO Configuration Serial Port 1 Configuration Serial Port 1 Select Enabled to enable the onboard serial port. The options are Enabled and Disabled. Serial Port 1 Settings This option specifies the base I/O port address and the Interrupt Request address of the serial port.
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Chapter 4: AMI BIOS Bits Per Second This item sets the transmission speed for a serial port used in Console Redirec- tion. 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, 38400, 57600, and 115200 (bits per second).
X9SRD-F Motherboard User’s Manual Legacy OS Redirection Resolution Use this feature to select the number of rows and columns used in Console Redirection for legacy OS support. The options are 80x24 and 80x25. Putty Keypad Use this feature to select function key and keypad setting on Putty. The options are VT100, LINUX, XTERMR6, SCO, ESCN, and VT400.
Chapter 4: AMI BIOS ing data when the receiving buffer is full. Send a "Start" signal to start sending data when the receiving buffer is empty. The options are None, Hardware RTS/ CTS, and Software Xon/Xoff. Data Bits, Parity, Stop Bits The status of these features is displayed.
X9SRD-F Motherboard User’s Manual Event Logs Change SmBIOS Event Log Settings Smbios Event Log Change this item to enable or disable all features of the Smbios Event Logging during boot. The options are Enabled and Disabled. Runtime Error Logging Support Change this item to enable or disable runtime error logging.
Chapter 4: AMI BIOS Erase Event Log This option erases all logged events. The options are No, Yes, Next reset and Yes, Every reset. When Log is Full This option automatically clears the Event Log memory of all messages when it is full.
X9SRD-F Motherboard User’s Manual IPMI Settings Intelligent Platform Management Interface (IPMI) is a set of common interfaces that IT administrators can use to monitor system health and to manage the system as a whole. For more information on the IPMI specifications, please visit Intel's website at www.intel.com.
Chapter 4: AMI BIOS BMC Network Configuration Set this feature to configure the IPMI LAN adapter with a network address. Update IPMI LAN Configuration This feature allows the user to decide if the BIOS should configure the IPMI setting at next system boot.
X9SRD-F Motherboard User’s Manual Boot Settings Use this feature to configure Boot Settings: Boot Options Priorities This feature allows the user to specify which devices are boot devices and the order of priority from which the systems boots during startup.
Chapter 4: AMI BIOS Select Filesystem Use this item to select from a list of available filesystems. Path for Boot Option Use this item to enter the boot option path, using the following format: fs0:\path\filename.efi. Create Use this item to create the new boot option based on the settings above. ...
X9SRD-F Motherboard User’s Manual Security Settings • If the Administrator password is defined ONLY - this controls access to the BIOS setup ONLY. • If the User's password is defined ONLY - this password will need to be entered during each system startup or boot, and will also have Administrator rights in the setup.
Chapter 4: AMI BIOS Save & Exit Select the Exit tab from the BIOS Setup Utility screen to enter the Exit BIOS Setup screen. Discard Changes and Exit Select this option to quit the BIOS Setup without making any permanent changes to the system configuration, and reboot the computer.
X9SRD-F Motherboard User’s Manual Discard Changes Select this option and press <Enter> to discard all the changes and return to the AMI BIOS Utility Program. Restore Optimized Defaults To set this feature, select Restore Defaults from the Exit menu and press <Enter>.
Appendix A: POST Error Beep Codes Appendix A BIOS Error Beep Codes During the POST (Power-On Self-Test) routines, which are performed each time the system is powered on, errors may occur. Non-fatal errors are those which, in most cases, allow the system to continue with bootup.
Appendix B: Software Installation Instructions Appendix B Software Installation Instructions B-1 Installing Drivers You are ready to install software programs and drivers that have not yet been installed. To install these software programs and drivers, click the icons to the right of these items.
X9SRD-F Motherboard User’s Manual B-2 Configuring SuperDoctor ® The SuperDoctor III program is a Web-based management tool that supports remote management capability. It includes Remote and Local Management tools. The local management tool is called the SD III Client. The SuperDoctor III program included on the CDROM that came with your motherboard allows you to monitor the envi- ronment and operations of your system.
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Appendix B: Software Installation Instructions SuperDoctor III Interface Display Screen-II (Remote Control) Note: The SuperDoctor III software and manual may be downloaded from our Website at: http://www.supermicro.com/products/accessories/software/SuperDoctorIII.cfm. For Linux, we still recommend that you use SuperDoctor II, this version is also available for download at the link above.
UEFI BIOS Recovery Appendix C UEFI BIOS Recovery Instructions Warning! Do not upgrade the BIOS unless your system has a BIOS-related issue. Flashing the wrong BIOS can cause irreparable damage to the system. In no event shall Supermicro be liable for direct, indirect, special, incidental, or consequential damages arising from a BIOS update.
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X9SRD-F Motherboard User’s Manual a USB CD/DVD ROM/RW device can be used for this purpose. However, a USB Hard Disk drive cannot be used for BIOS recovery at this time. To perform UEFI BIOS recovery using a USB-attached device, follow the instruc- tions below.
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UEFI BIOS Recovery Aptio Setup Utility - Copyright (C) 2011 American Megatrends, Inc. Recovery WARNING! System rmware is being updated. Keyboard is locked. DO NOT TURN THE POWER OFF!!! Once rmware update is completed press any key to reboot the system Flash update progress Select Screen Select Item...
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X9SRD-F Motherboard User’s Manual 8. When a DOS prompt appears, type AMI.BAT BIOSname.### at the prompt. Note: Do not interrupt this process until BIOS flashing is completed. 9. After seeing the message that BIOS update is completed, unplug the AC power cable to clear CMOS, and then plug in the AC power cable to power on the system.
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(Disclaimer Continued) The products sold by Supermicro are not intended for and will not be used in life support systems, medical equipment, nuclear facilities or systems, aircraft, aircraft devices, aircraft/emergency communication devices or other critical systems whose failure to perform be reasonably expected to result in significant injury or loss of life or catastrophic property damage.
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