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  • Page 1 X10SLE-DF USER’S MANUAL Revision 1.0...
  • Page 2 This product, including software and docu- mentation, is the property of Supermicro and/or its licensors, and is supplied only under a license. Any use or reproduction of this product is not allowed, except as expressly permitted by the terms of said license.

  • Page 3: About This Motherboard

    Core i3, Pentium, or Celeron processor in the LGA1150 H3 socket. With the Intel® C224 Express chipset built in, the X10SLE-DF motherboard offers a 24-node Micro- Cloud platform with 1/2-HDD per node and two nodes per board. The X10SLE-DF is optimized for high-end, high-performance, Micro-Cloud server platforms. Please refer to our website (http://www.supermicro.com/products/) for processor and...

  • Page 4: Conventions Used In The Manual

    X10SLE-DF 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: Warning: Critical information to prevent damage to the components or injury to your- self.

  • Page 5: Contacting Supermicro

    Super Micro Computer, Inc. 980 Rock Ave. San Jose, CA 95131 U.S.A. Tel: +1 (408) 503-8000 Fax: +1 (408) 503-8008 Email: marketing@supermicro.com (General Information) support@supermicro.com (Technical Support) Web Site: www.supermicro.com Europe Address: Super Micro Computer B.V. Het Sterrenbeeld 28, 5215 ML...

  • Page 6: Table Of Contents

    X10SLE-DF User’s Manual Table of Contents Preface Chapter 1 Introduction Overview ......................1-1 Chipset Overview ................... 1-9 Special Features ................... 1-10 PC Health Monitoring ..................1-10 ACPI Features ....................1-11 Power Supply ....................1-11 Chapter 2 Installation Standardized Warning Statements ..............2-1 Static-Sensitive Devices ..................
  • Page 7 Table of Contents Watch Dog Enable/Disable ..............2-21 ME Recovery ................... 2-22 Manufacturer Mode Select ............... 2-22 Thermal Throttling Triggered by Power-Failure Enable (J7) ....2-23 Onboard Indicators ..................2-24 GLAN 1/2 LEDs ..................2-24 IPMI-LAN LEDs ..................2-24 PWR LED Indicators (PLED1/PLED2) ............. 2-25 IPMI Heartbeat LED (LE5/LE6) ..............
  • Page 8 X10SLE-DF User’s Manual Appendix A Software Installation Instructions Installing Software Programs ................A-1 Configuring SuperDoctor III ................A-2 Appendix B UEFI BIOS Recovery Instructions An Overview to the UEFI BIOS ..............B-1 How to Recover the UEFI BIOS Image (the Main BIOS Block) .....B-1 To Recover the Boot Sector Using a USB-Attached Device ......B-1...

  • Page 9: Chapter 1 Introduction

    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. This motherboard was especially designed to be used in an SMC-proprietary chas- sis only as part of an integrated server solution.
  • Page 10 X10SLE-DF User’s Manual X10SLE-DF Motherboard Image Note: All graphics shown in this manual were based upon the latest PCB Revision available at the time of publishing of the manual. The motherboard you received may or may not look exactly the same as the graphics shown in this manual.
  • Page 11 Chapter 1: Introduction X10SLE-DF Motherboard Layout USB0/1 NODE JKVM1 Battery IPMI_LAN Node Switch Switch Firmware Firmware CTRL Memory Memory CTRL JPV2 BAR CODE X10SLE-DF Rev. 1.01 CPU2 JBT2 JBT1 CPU1 JPV1 Important Notes to the User • See Chapter 2 for detailed information on jumpers, I/O ports, and JF1 front panel connections.
  • Page 12 X10SLE-DF User’s Manual X10SLE-DF Quick Reference USB0/1 NODE JKVM1 Battery IPMI_LAN Node Switch Switch Firmware Firmware CTRL Memory Memory CTRL JPV2 BAR CODE X10SLE-DF Rev. 1.01 CPU2 JBT2 JBT1 CPU1 JPV1...

  • Page 13: Jumper Description

    Power-On/Power-Off Button for Node 1 and Node 2 (PWR BT) Node_ID/KVM/LED Switch to provide ethernet access to multiple devices simultaneously (NODE_SW) (Green: Node 1, Orange: Node 2) USB 2.0 Front Panel USB 2.0 (See JKVM1) X10SLE-DF LED Indicators Description Color/State Status IPMI Heartbeat LED for Node 1...

  • Page 14: Motherboard Features

    X10SLE-DF User’s Manual Motherboard Features • Single Intel® Xeon E3-1200 v3, 4th-Generation Core i3, Pentium, or a Celeron processor in an LGA1150 H3 socket for each node; • Two (2) processors onboard (CPU1/CPU2) • Memory Four (4) DIMM slots support up to 32 GB of DDR3 VLP (Very-Low-Profile) Unbuffered ECC 1600/1333/1066 MHz memory for each node;...
  • Page 15 Chapter 1: Introduction Ethernet LAN Ports/IPMI-LAN on the IO Backplane • Two (2) Ethernet LAN ports (LAN1/LAN2) for each node, (P1-LAN1/LAN2 for Node 1; P2-LAN1/LAN2 for Node 2); • Four (4) GLAN ports onboard One (1) shared IPMI-dedicated LAN port supported by BMC controller chips for remote console interface.

  • Page 16: System Block Diagram

    X10SLE-DF User’s Manual X10SLE-DF Block Diagram SVID SVID VRM 12.5 MISC VRs MISC VRs VRM 12.5 DDR3 (CHA) DIMM1 DDR3 (CHA) DIMM1 DIMM2(Far) 1600/1333MHz Haswell Haswell DIMM2(Far) 1600/1333MHz 4 UDIMM DDR3 (CHB) 4 UDIMM (H3) (H3) DIMM1 DDR3 (CHB) 1600/1333MHz...

  • Page 17: Chipset Overview

    The X10SLE-DF supports the Intel® Xeon E3-1200 v3, 4th-Generation Core i3, Pentium, or a Celeron processor in an LGA1150 H3 socket. Built upon the func- tionality and capability of the C224 Express chipset, the X10SLE-DF is optimized for high-end, high-performance, Micro-Cloud server platforms.

  • Page 18: Special Features

    X10SLE-DF 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.

  • Page 19: Acpi Features

    It is even more important for processors that have high CPU clock rates. This motherboard accommodates SMC-proprietary power supplies. To provide adequate power to your system, be sure to use power supplies recommended by Supermicro for your system. 1-11...
  • Page 20 X10SLE-DF User’s Manual Notes 1-12...

  • Page 21: Chapter 2 Installation

    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 assis- tance. Only certified technicians should attempt to install or configure components.
  • Page 22 X10SLE-DF User’s Manual 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. Re- emplazar la batería exclusivamente con el mismo tipo o el equivalente recomen-...

  • Page 23: Product Disposal

    Chapter 2: Installation Product Disposal Warning! Ultimate disposal of this product should be handled according to all national laws and regulations. 製品の廃棄 この製品を廃棄処分する場合、 国の関係する全ての法律 ・ 条例に従い処理する必要が あり ます。 警告 本产品的废弃处理应根据所有国家的法律和规章进行。 警告 本產品的廢棄處理應根據所有國家的法律和規章進行。 Warnung Die Entsorgung dieses Produkts sollte gemäß allen Bestimmungen und Gesetzen des Landes erfolgen.

  • Page 24: Static-Sensitive Devices

    X10SLE-DF User’s Manual ‫القىانين واللىائح الىطنية‬ ‫جميع‬ ‫وفقا ل‬ ‫ينبغي التعامل معه‬ ‫هذا المنتج‬ ‫من‬ ‫التخلص النهائي‬ ‫عند‬ 경고! 이 제품은 해당 국가의 관련 법규 및 규정에 따라 폐기되어야 합니다. Waarschuwing De uiteindelijke verwijdering van dit product dient te geschieden in overeenstemming met alle nationale wetten en reglementen.

  • Page 25: Processor And Heatsink Installation

    CPU socket cap is in place, and that none of the socket pins are bent; otherwise, contact your retailer immediately. • Refer to the Supermicro website for CPU updates and support. Installing the LGA1150 Processor 1. Gently press down the load plate handle and push it outward (to the right) to unlock it.
  • Page 26 X10SLE-DF User’s Manual 3. Once the load plate is open, use your thumb and index finger to hold the CPU at the north center edge and the south center edge of the CPU. North Center Edge South Center Edge 4. Align the CPU keys, which are the semicircular cutouts on the sides of the CPU (shown below), against the socket keys, the semicircular notches on the sides of the CPU socket.
  • Page 27 Chapter 2: Installation 7. Once the CPU is properly installed, use your thumb to gently push the load plate handle down to the handle lock and lock it. CPU properly installed Load Plate Handle is locked into place 8. When the CPU is securely locked into the CPU socket, the plastic cap will be automatically loosened from the load plate.

  • Page 28: Installing A Passive Cpu Heatsink

    X10SLE-DF User’s Manual Installing a Passive CPU Heatsink 1. Do not apply thermal grease to the heatsink or the CPU die; the required 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 and the underlying heatsink bracket.

  • Page 29: Removing The Heatsink

    Chapter 2: Installation 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 instructions below to remove the heatsink to avoid damaging the CPU or the CPU socket. 1.

  • Page 30: Installing Ddr3 Memory

    X10SLE-DF User’s Manual Installing DDR3 Memory Note: Check the Supermicro website for recommended memory mod- ules. CAUTION Exercise extreme care when installing or removing DIMM modules to prevent any possible damage. DIMM Installation 1. Insert the desired number of DIMMs...

  • Page 31: Removing Memory Modules

    (Blue Slot) Towards the edge of the motherboard The X10SLE-DF supports two nodes; each node supports up to 32GB of Unbuf- fered (UDIMM) DDR3 ECC 1600/1333/1066 MHz VLP (Very-Low-Profile) memory in 4 slots. Populating these DIMM modules with a pair of memory modules of the same type and size will result in interleaved memory, which will improve memory performance.
  • Page 32 X10SLE-DF User’s Manual Possible System Memory Allocation & Availability System Device Size Physical Memory Remaining (-Available) (4 GB Total System Memory) Firmware Hub flash memory (System BIOS) 1 MB 3.99 Local APIC 4 KB 3.99 Area Reserved for the chipset 2 MB 3.99...

  • Page 33: Motherboard Installation

    Philips Screws (9) Only if Needed Location of Mounting Holes BAR CODE X10SLE-DF Rev. 1.01 Caution: 1) 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.

  • Page 34: Installing The Motherboard

    X10SLE-DF User’s Manual Installing the Motherboard 1. Install the I/O shield into the back of the chassis. 2. Locate the mounting holes on the motherboard. (See the previous page.) 3. Locate the matching mounting holes on the chassis. Align the mounting holes on the motherboard against the mounting holes on the chassis.

  • Page 35: Connectors/Io Ports

    The I/O ports are color-coded in conformance with the PC 99 specification. See the figure below for the colors and locations of the various I/O ports. Front I/O Panel BAR CODE X10SLE-DF Rev. 1.01 Front I/O Panel A. Power Button (PWR Button to power-on or power off Node 1 and Node 2) B.

  • Page 36: Power Switch//Led Indicator

    X10SLE-DF User’s Manual Power Switch//LED Indicator A power switch/LED (SW1) is located next to the USB/KVM connector on the front IO panel. Use this switch to turn on and off the power supply for both Node 1 and Node 2. Press the switch (SW1) briefly to turn on the power if it is off. Press and hold SW1 to shut down both Node 1 and Node 2.

  • Page 37: Ethernet Ports

    A. IPM-LAN (shared between Node 1/ Node 2) B. P1-LAN1 (LAN 1 for Node 1) C. P2-LAN1 (LAN 1 for Node 2) D. P1-LAN2 (LAN 2 for Node 1) E. P2-LAN2 (LAN 2 for Node 2) BAR CODE X10SLE-DF Rev. 1.01 2-17...

  • Page 38: Usb 2.0 (X2)/Vga/Com Connector

    X10SLE-DF User’s Manual USB 2.0 (x2)/VGA/COM Connector JKVM1 supports USB 2.0 (x2)/VGA/COM (UART) connections on the front IO panel to provide console redirection support or remote networking interface. See the layout below for the location. A. USB 2.0 (x2)/VGA/COM BAR CODE X10SLE-DF Rev.

  • Page 39: Connecting Cables

    Node 2 is located at J38 (P1-PORT 80). See the layout below for the locations. J37 (P1-PORT 80) USB0/1 NODE JKVM1 J38 (P2-PORT 80) Battery IPMI_LAN Node Switch Switch Firmware Firmware CTRL Memory Memory CTRL JPV2 BAR CODE X10SLE-DF Rev. 1.01 CPU2 JBT2 JBT1 CPU1 JPV1 2-19...

  • Page 40: Jumper Settings

    X10SLE-DF User’s Manual Jumper Settings Explanation of Jumpers To modify the operation of the mother- board, 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 41: Vga Enable

    B. VGA Enable for Node 2 (P2-JPG1) IPMI_LAN Node Switch Switch C. WD Enable for Node 1 (P1-JWD1) Firmware Firmware CTRL D. WD Enable for Node 2 (P2-JWD1) Memory Memory CTRL JPV2 BAR CODE X10SLE-DF Rev. 1.01 CPU2 JBT2 JBT1 CPU1 JPV1 2-21...

  • Page 42: Me Recovery

    X10SLE-DF User’s Manual ME Recovery ME Recovery Jumper Settings Set Jumpers P1-JPME1/P2-JPME1 to select Jumper Setting Definition ME Firmware Recovery mode for Node 1 (P1- Normal (Default) JPME1)/Node 2 (P2-JPME1). ME Recovery ME Recovery limits system resource for essential function use only without putting restrictions on power use.

  • Page 43: Thermal Throttling Triggered By Power-Failure Enable (J7)

    Thermal Throt- tling Triggered table on the right for jumper settings. (Default) Disabled USB0/1 NODE A. J7 JKVM1 Battery IPMI_LAN Node Switch Switch Firmware Firmware CTRL Memory Memory CTRL JPV2 BAR CODE X10SLE-DF Rev. 1.01 CPU2 JBT2 JBT1 CPU1 JPV1 2-23...

  • Page 44: Onboard Indicators

    X10SLE-DF User’s Manual Onboard Indicators Link LED Activity LED GLAN 1/2 LEDs The LAN 1/2 ports for Node 1 and Node Activity LED Link LED Rear View (LAN Ports 1/2) 2 are located on the front IO panel. Each GLAN/TLAN Activity Indicator Ethernet LAN port has two LEDs.

  • Page 45: Pwr Led Indicators (Pled1/Pled2)

    A. PLED1 (PWR LED for Node 1) B. PLED2 (PWR LED for Node 2) C. LE5 (IPMI Heatbeat LED for Node 1) D. LE6 (IPMI Heatbeat LED for Node 2) BAR CODE X10SLE-DF Rev. 1.01 2-25...

  • Page 46: Uid Led Indicator

    X10SLE-DF User’s Manual UID LED Indicator UID LED Status An LED Indicator is located at LED7 on the Color/State Status motherboard. Press the UID button again to turn Blue: On Unit Identified off the LED Indicator. The UID Indicator provides easy identification of a system unit that may be in need of service.

  • Page 47: 2-10 Sata Connections

    Chapter 2: Installation 2-10 SATA Connections SATA 3.0 Connections SATA Connectors Pin Definitions Four Serial_ATA (SATA) 3.0 connectors are on Pin# Signal the HDD backplane to provide SATA 3.0/6 Gb/s Ground support. These SATA connections are supported SATA_TXP by Intel C224 PCH chips. These Serial Link con- SATA_TXN nections provide faster data transmission than Ground...
  • Page 48 X10SLE-DF User’s Manual Notes 2-28...

  • Page 49: Troubleshooting Procedures

    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.

  • Page 50: No Video

    X10SLE-DF User’s Manual No Video 1. If the power is on, but you have no video, you will need to remove 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.)

  • Page 51: 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.

  • Page 52: Frequently Asked Questions

    Frequently Asked Questions Question: What type of memory does my motherboard support? Answer: The X10SLE-DF supports two nodes; each node supports up to 32GB of unbuffered ECC DDR3 1.5V/1.35V, 1600/1333/1066 MHz VLP (Very-Low-Profile) memory in four slots. See Section 2-4 for details on installing memory.

  • Page 53: Battery Removal And Installation

    Chapter 3: Troubleshooting 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 out- wards to unlock it.

  • Page 54: Returning Merchandise For Service

    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. com/RmaForm/). When you return the motherboard to the manufacturer, the RMA number should be prominently displayed on the outside of the shipping carton, and the package should be mailed prepaid or hand-carried.

  • Page 55: Introduction

    BIOS Introduction This chapter describes the AMI BIOS Setup Utility for the X10SLE-DF. The ROM BIOS is stored in a Flash EEPROM and can be easily updated. This chapter de- scribes the basic navigation of the AMI BIOS setup utility setup screens.

  • Page 56: How To Start The Setup Utility

    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. If you have to update the BIOS, do not shut down or reset the system while the BIOS is updating to avoid possible boot failure.
  • Page 57 Day MM/DD/YY format. The time is entered in the HH:MM:SS format. Note: The time is in the 24-hour format. For example, 5:30 P.M. appears as 17:30:00. The following BIOS items will also be displayed: Supermicro X10SLE-DF(P1) Version Build Date Memory Information Total Memory This displays the total size of memory available in the system.

  • Page 58: Advanced Setup Configurations

    X10SLE-DF User’s Manual Advanced Setup Configurations Use the arrow keys to select Boot Setup and press <Enter> to access the submenu items. Warning: Take caution when changing the Advanced settings. An incorrect value, an excessively high DRAM frequency, or an improper DRAM timing setting may make the system unstable.

  • Page 59: Power Configuration

    Chapter 4: AMI BIOS Wait For 'F1' If Error Select Enabled to force the system to wait until the 'F1' key is pressed if an error occurs. The options are Disabled and Enabled. Interrupt 19 Capture Interrupt 19 is the software interrupt that handles the boot disk function. When this item is set to Enabled, the BIOS ROM of the host adaptors will "capture"...
  • Page 60 X10SLE-DF User’s Manual • FSB Speed • Maximum CPU Speed • Minimum CPU Speed • CPU Speed • Processor Cores • Intel HT(Hyper-Threading) Technology • Intel VT-x (Virtualization) Technology • Intel SMX (Safer Mode Extensions) Technology • 64-bit • EIST (Enhanced Intel SpeedstepTechnology) Technology •...
  • Page 61 Chapter 4: AMI BIOS Active Processor Cores This feature determines how many CPU cores will be activated for each CPU. When all is selected, all cores in the CPU will be activated. (Please refer to Intel's web site for more information.) The options are All, 1, 2, and 3. Limit CPUID Maximum Select Enabled to set the maximum CPU ID value and to boot the legacy operat- ing systems that cannot support processors with extended CPUID functions.
  • Page 62 X10SLE-DF User’s Manual turbo mode for the CPU. The options are Max Non-Turbo Performance and Turbo Performance. EIST EIST (Enhanced Intel SpeedStep Technology) allows the system to automatically adjust processor voltage and core frequency in an effort to reduce power consump- tion and heat dissipation.
  • Page 63 Chapter 4: AMI BIOS CPU Power Limit3 Duty Cycle Use this feature to set the value of CPU Power Limit3 Duty Cycle for your system. Use the number keys on your keyboard to enter the value. Enter 0 to use the manufacturer's default setting.
  • Page 64 X10SLE-DF User’s Manual ment via IPMI 2.0. The options are Performance, Balanced Performance, Balanced Energy, and Energy Efficient. VR Current Value Use this feature to set the limit on the current voltage regulator. Press "+" or "-" on your keyboard to change this value. Enter 0 to use the manufacturer's default setting.

  • Page 65: Chipset Configuration

    Chapter 4: AMI BIOS C1 State Auto Demotion When this item is enabled, the CPU will conditionally demote C3, C6, or C7 requests to C1 based on the un-cored auto-demote state. The options are Disabled and Enabled. C3 State Auto Demotion When this item is enabled, the CPU will conditionally demote C6 or C7 requests to C3 based on the un-cored auto-demote state.

  • Page 66: Pcie Configuration

    X10SLE-DF User’s Manual PCIe Configuration  This item displays the information of the (graphics) device installed in a PCI-E slot. Run-time C7 Allowed Select Enabled for Run-time C7 support, which will allow the CPU to enter the deep-sleep state while the system is in operation to reduce power consumption.
  • Page 67 Chapter 4: AMI BIOS • P1-DIMMA1 • P1-DIMMA2 • P1-DIMMB1 • P1-DIMMB2 • CAS Latency (tCL) • Minimum Delay Time • CAS to RAS (tRODmin) • Row Precharge (tRPmin) • Active to Precharege (tRASmin) Memory Frequency Limiter Use this feature to set the limit of memory frequency for DIMM modules installed on the motherboard.
  • Page 68 X10SLE-DF User’s Manual PCH-IO Configuration  This item displays the information for the PCH-IO Chip. • Intel PCH Rev ID • USB Configuration • USB Devices EHCI1 Select Enabled to enable EHCI (Enhanced Host Controller Interface) Controller 1 for USB 2.0 support. One EHCI controller must always be enabled. The settings are Enabled and Disabled.

  • Page 69: Sata Configuration

    Chapter 4: AMI BIOS XHCI Mode This feature handles the operation mode for the XHCI (Extensible Host Control- ler Interface) controller. The settings are Smart Auto, Auto, Enabled, Disabled, and Manual. SATA Configuration  When this submenu is selected, the AMI BIOS automatically detects the presence of the SATA Devices and displays the following items: SATA Controllers This item Enables or Disables the built-in SATA controllers on the motherboard.
  • Page 70 X10SLE-DF User’s Manual Port 0 ~ Port 1 Spin Up Device On an edge detect from 0 to 1, set this item to allow the PCH to start a COMRE- SET initialization sequence to the device. The options are Enabled and Disabled.
  • Page 71 Chapter 4: AMI BIOS PCIe/PCI/PnP Configuration  This feature allows the user to set the PCI/PnP configurations for the following items: Above 4G Decoding Select Enabled for 64-bit devices to be decoded above the 4GB address space if 64bit PCI decoding is supported by the system. The options are Disabled and Enabled.

  • Page 72: Acpi Settings

    X10SLE-DF User’s Manual IPv6 PXE Support (Available when Network Stack is set to Enabled) Set this item to Enabled to activate IPv6 PXE Support. The options are Enabled and Disabled. ACPI Settings  High Precision Timer Select Enabled to activate the High Precision Timer that produces periodic interrupts...

  • Page 73: Super Io Configuration

    Chapter 4: AMI BIOS Super IO Configuration  Super IO Chip AST2400  Serial Port 1 Configuration Serial Port Select Enabled to enable the onboard serial port. The options are Enabled and Disabled. Change Settings Use this feature to specify the base I/O port address and the Interrupt Request address of Serial Port 1.
  • Page 74 X10SLE-DF User’s Manual Data Bits Use this feature to set the data transmission size for Console Redirection. The options are 7 Bits and 8 Bits. Parity A parity bit can be sent along with regular data bits to detect data transmission errors.

  • Page 75: Console Redirection Settings (For Ems)

    Chapter 4: AMI BIOS Putty KeyPad This feature selects Function Keys and KeyPad settings for Putty, which is a terminal emulator designed for the Windows OS. The options are VT100, LINUX, XTERMR6, SC0, ESCN, and VT400. Redirection After BIOS Post Use this feature to enable or disable Legacy Console Redirection after BIOS POST (Power-On Self Test).
  • Page 76 X10SLE-DF User’s Manual Flow Control This feature allows the user to set the flow control for Console Redirection to prevent data loss caused by buffer overflow. Send a "Stop" signal to stop send- ing data when the receiving buffer is full. Send a "Start" signal to start sending data when the receiving buffer is empty.

  • Page 77: Event Logs

    Chapter 4: AMI BIOS Event Logs Change SMBIOS Event Log Settings  Enabling/Disabling Options SMBIOS Event Log Select Enabled to support SMBIOS Event Logging during system boot. The options are Enabled and Disabled. PCI Error Logging Support Select Enabled to support PCI Error Logging during system boot. The options are Enabled and Disabled.

  • Page 78: Ipmi

    X10SLE-DF User’s Manual SMBIOS Event Long Standard Settings Log System Boot Event This feature toggles the System Boot Event logging to enabled or disabled. The options are Disabled and Enabled. MECI The Multiple-Event-Count Increment (MECI) counter counts the number of oc- curences.

  • Page 79: System Event Log

    Chapter 4: AMI BIOS System Event Log  Enabling/Disabling Options SEL Components Select Enabled for all system event logging at bootup. The options are Enabled and Disabled. Erasing Settings Erase SEL Select Yes, On next reset to erase all system event logs upon the next system reboot.
  • Page 80 X10SLE-DF User’s Manual it to the system manually in the field. If DHCP is selected, the BIOS will search for a DHCP (Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol) server in the network that it is at- tached to and request the next available IP address for this computer. The options are DHCP and Static.

  • Page 81: Boot Settings

    Chapter 4: AMI BIOS Boot Settings Use this feature to configure THE boot settings: Set Boot Priority This option prioritizes the order of bootable devices that the system to boot from. Press <ENTER> on each entry from top to bottom to select devices. •...
  • Page 82 X10SLE-DF User’s Manual  Hard Disk Drive BBS Priorities • 1st Device • 2nd Device  Network Device BBS Priorities • 1st Device  UEFI Boot Drive BBS Priorities • 1st Boot Device  Add New Boot Option This feature allows the user to add a boot device from which the systems will boot after power-on.
  • Page 83 Chapter 4: AMI BIOS  Delete Driver Option This feature allows the user to delete a previously defined boot device from which the systems boots during startup. The settings are [any pre defined boot device]. 4-29...

  • Page 84: Security Settings

    X10SLE-DF User’s Manual Security Settings This menu allows the user to configure the following security settings for the system. Administrator Password Use this feature to set the Administrator password, which is required to enter the BIOS setup utility. The length of the password should be from 3 to 8 characters long.

  • Page 85: Save & Exit

    Chapter 4: AMI BIOS Save & Exit Select the Save & Exit tab from the BIOS Setup Utility screen to enter the Exit BIOS Setup screen. Discard Changes and Exit Select this option to exit the BIOS Setup without making any permanent changes to the system configuration, and reboot the computer.
  • Page 86 X10SLE-DF User’s Manual Restore Optimized Defaults To set this feature, select Restore Defaults from the Exit menu and press <Enter>. These are factory settings designed for maximum system performance, but not for maximum stability. Save As User Defaults To set this feature, select Save as User Defaults from the Exit menu and press <Enter>.

  • Page 87: Appendix A Software Installation Instructions

    Appendix A Software Installation Instructions A-1 Installing Software Programs The Supermicro ftp site contains drivers and utilities for your system at ftp://ftp. supermicro.com. Some of these must be installed, such as the chipset driver. After accessing the ftp site, go into the CDR_Images directory and locate the ISO file for your motherboard.

  • Page 88: Configuring Superdoctor Iii

    X10SLE-DF Motherboard User’s Manual A-2 Configuring SuperDoctor III 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 is called SD III Client. The SuperDoctor III program allows you to monitor the environment and operations of your system.
  • Page 89 Appendix A: Software Installation Instructions SuperDoctor® III Interface Display Screen (Remote Control) Note: The SuperDoctor III program and user’s manual can be downloaded from the Supermicro web site at http://www.supermicro.com/products/ac- cessories/software/SuperDoctorIII.cfm. For Linux, we recommend that you use the SuperDoctor II application instead.
  • Page 90 X10SLE-DF Motherboard User’s Manual Notes...

  • Page 91: Appendix B Uefi Bios Recovery Instructions

    Note: Follow the BIOS Recovery instructions below for BIOS recovery when the main BIOS block crashes. However, when the BIOS Boot sec- tor crashes, you will need to send the motherboard back to Supermicro for RMA repair. B-3 To Recover the Boot Sector Using a USB-Attached...
  • Page 92 Root "\" Directory of a USB device or a writeable CD/DVD. Note: If you cannot locate the "Super.ROM" file in your driver disk, visit our website at www.supermicro.com to download the BIOS image into a USB flash device and rename it to "Super ROM" for BIOS recovery use.
  • Page 93 Appendix B: UEFI BIOS Recovery 6. After the process of BIOS Recovery is complete, press any key to reboot the system. 7. Using a different system, extract the BIOS package into a bootable USB flash drive. 8. When a DOS prompt appears, enter AMI.BAT BIOSname.### at the prompt. Note: Do not interrupt this process until BIOS flashing is completed.
  • Page 94 X10SLE-DF User’s Manual 9. After seeing the message that the BIOS update is completed, unplug the AC power cable from the power supply to clear the CMOS, and then plug the AC power cable into the power supply again and power on the system.
  • Page 95 (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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