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  • Page 1 C7Z87-OCE USER’S MANUAL Revision 1.0a...
  • Page 2 Manual Revision 1.0a Release Date: October 7, 2013 Unless you request and receive written permission from Super Micro Computer, Inc., you may not copy any part of this document. Information in this document is subject to change without notice. Other products and companies referred to herein are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies or mark holders.

  • Page 3: About This Motherboard

    C7Z87-OCE supports a single 4th Generation Intel® Core™ i7/i5/i3 DT processor in an LGA 1150 (H3) socket. With the Intel® Z87 Express chipset built in, the C7Z87-OCE motherboard offers substantial system performance and storage capability for overclocking platforms in a sleek package. Please refer to our website (http://www.supermicro.com/products/) for processor and memory support updates.

  • Page 4: Conventions Used In The Manual

    C7Z87-OCE 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

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

  • Page 6: Table Of Contents

    C7Z87-OCE 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 Super I/O ....................... 1-12 Chapter 2 Installation Standardized Warning Statements ..............2-1 Battery Handling ....................
  • Page 7 Table of Contents VGA Port ....................2-19 DVI Port ....................2-19 Thunderbolt Interface ................2-20 CMOS Reset/Clear ................... 2-20 Front Control Panel ..................2-21 Front Control Panel Pin Definitions............... 2-22 Power LED ....................2-22 HDD LED ....................2-22 NIC1/NIC2 (LAN1/LAN2) ................2-22 Overheat (OH)/Fan Fail ................
  • Page 8 C7Z87-OCE User’s Manual Onboard Indicators ..................2-38 LAN 1/LAN 2 LEDs .................. 2-38 Onboard Power LED (LED1) ..............2-38 Status Display (LED3,LED2) ..............2-39 2-10 SATA Connections ..................2-40 SATA Connections (I-SATA0~I-SATA5) ............ 2-40 Chapter 3 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Procedures ................3-1 Technical Support Procedures ................

  • Page 9: Chapter 1 Introduction

    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.
  • Page 10 C7Z87-OCE User’s Manual C7Z87-OCE 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've received may or may not look exactly the same as the graphics shown in this manual.
  • Page 11 Chapter 1: Introduction C7Z87-OCE Motherboard Layout CLEAR CMOS SWITCH THUNDERBOLT HDMI VGA/DVI JPAC1 USB 0/1 HD AUDIO JSPDIF_OUT FAN5 JPAC1:AUDIO USB 16/17 1-2:ENABLE USB 14/15 2-3:DISABLE PCIE1 USB 6/7(3.0) JPCIE2 PCIE3 JPCIE4 PCIE5 JPCIE6 USB 4/5(3.0) JPL2 LAN2 ENABLE DISABLE...
  • Page 12 C7Z87-OCE User’s Manual C7Z87-OCE Quick Reference CLEAR CMOS SWITCH THUNDERBOLT HDMI VGA/DVI JPAC1 USB 0/1 HD AUDIO JSPDIF_OUT FAN5 JPAC1:AUDIO USB 16/17 1-2:ENABLE USB 14/15 2-3:DISABLE PCIE1 JPCIE2 PCIE3 JPCIE4 PCIE5 JPCIE6 USB 6/7(3.0) USB 4/5(3.0) JPL2 LAN2 ENABLE DISABLE...

  • Page 13: Led Indicators

    Chapter 1: Introduction Connectors and Switches Connector Description I/O Back Panel See page 2-16 for details Audio FP Front Panel Audio Header Battery Onboard Battery COM1 COM1 Port Header Fan 1,2,3,4,5 System/CPU Fan Headers (Fan1: CPU Fan) Speaker/buzzer (Pins 1-2: Buzzer, Pins 1~4: External Speaker) Front Panel Control Header Chassis Intrusion Header Reserved...

  • Page 14: Motherboard Features

    C7Z87-OCE User’s Manual Motherboard Features Single 4th Generation Intel® Core™ i7/i5/i3 DT processor in an LGA1150 socket. Memory Four (4) SDRAM slots support up to 32 GB of DDR3 Unbuf- fered, Non-ECC 1600/1333/1066 MHz memory Single-channel memory DIMM sizes UDIMM...
  • Page 15 Chapter 1: Introduction Audio One (1) High Definition Audio 7.1 channel connector sup- ported by Realtek ALC1150 on the back panel One (1) Front Panel Audio Header One (1) SPDIF In/Out on the rear side of the chassis Super I/O Nuvoton NCT6776D BIOS 128 Mb AMI BIOS...

  • Page 16: System Block Diagram

    C7Z87-OCE User’s Manual C7Z87-OCE Block Diagram RoHS 6/6 PCIe x16 SLOT #6 PCIe3.0_x8 SVID VRM 12.5 PCIe x8(in x16) SLOT #4 PCIe x8(in x16) SLOT #6 8.0GT/s PCIe3.0_x4 PCIe x4(in x16) SLOT #4 8.0GT/s INTEL LGA1150 PCIe3.0_x8 8.0GT/s PCIe3.0_x4 DDR3 (CHA)

  • Page 17: Chipset Overview

    Chapter 1: Introduction Chipset Overview The C7Z87-OCE motherboard supports a single 4th Generation Intel® Core i7/i5/i3 DT processor in the LGA 1150 Socket. Built upon the functionality and the capability of the Z87 Express chipset, the motherboard provides substantial enhancement to system performance, including overclocking capability.

  • Page 18: Special Features

    C7Z87-OCE 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

    Chapter 1: Introduction is used to notify the user of certain system events. For example, you can also configure SuperDoctor to provide you with warnings when the system temperature, CPU temperatures, voltages and fan speeds go beyond predefined thresholds. ACPI Features ACPI stands for Advanced Configuration and Power Interface.

  • Page 20: Super I/O

    C7Z87-OCE User’s Manual information, please refer to the web site at http://www.ssiforum.org/). Additionally, in areas where noisy power transmission is present, you may choose to install a line filter to shield the computer from noise. It is recommended that you also install a power surge protector to help avoid problems caused by power surges.

  • Page 21: Chapter 2 Installation

    Chapter 2: Installation Chapter 2 Installation 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 assis- tance.
  • Page 22 C7Z87-OCE 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

    C7Z87-OCE 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

    Chapter 2: Installation Processor and Heatsink Installation Warning: When handling the processor package, avoid placing direct pressure on the label area of the fan. Important: 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.
  • Page 26 C7Z87-OCE User’s Manual 2. Gently lift the load lever to open the load plate. Remove the plastic cap. 3. Use your thumb and your index finger to hold the CPU at the North center edge and the South center edge of the CPU.
  • Page 27 Chapter 2: Installation 5. Do not rub the CPU against the surface or against any pins of the socket to avoid damaging the CPU or the socket.) 6. With the CPU inside the socket, inspect the four corners of the CPU to make sure that the CPU is properly installed.

  • Page 28: Installing An Active Cpu Heatsink With Fan

    C7Z87-OCE User’s Manual Installing an Active CPU Heatsink with Fan 1. Locate the CPU Fan power connec- tor on the motherboard. (Refer to the layout on the right for the CPU Fan location.) 2. Position the heatsink so that the...
  • Page 29 Chapter 2: Installation 7. Align the four heatsink fasten- ers with the mounting holes on the motherboard. Gently push the pairs of diagonal fasteners (#1 & #2, and #3 & #4) into the mounting holes until you hear a click. Also, make sure to orient each fastener so that the narrow end of the groove is pointing...

  • Page 30: Removing The Heatsink

    C7Z87-OCE 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 remove the heatsink, please follow the instructions below to remove the heatsink and to prevent damage done to the CPU or other components.

  • Page 31: Installing Ddr3 Memory

    Chapter 2: Installation 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 U103 JPAC1 FAN5 JAUDIO1 JUSB01 JHDMI JSPDIF_OUT JUSBLAN2 JUSBLAN1 1.

  • Page 32: Memory Support

    C7Z87-OCE User’s Manual Memory Support The C7Z87-OCE supports up to 32GB of Unbuffered (UDIMM) DDR3 Non-ECC 1600/1333/1066 MHz in 4 memory slots. Populating these DIMM modules with a Towards the CPU P1-DIMMA1 P1-DIMMA2 (Blue Slot) P1-DIMMB1 P1-DIMMB2 (Blue Slot) Towards the edge of the motherboard pair of memory modules of the same type and same size will result in interleaved memory, which will improve memory performance.

  • Page 33: Memory Population Guidelines

    Chapter 2: Installation • For Microsoft Windows users: Microsoft implemented a design change in the Windows XP with Service Pack 2 (SP2) and Windows Vista. This change is specific to the behavior of Physical Address Extension (PAE) mode which improves driver compatibility. For more information, please read the following article at Microsoft’s Knowledge Base website at: http://support.microsoft.

  • Page 34: Motherboard Installation

    C7Z87-OCE User’s Manual 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 motherboard and chassis match. Although a chassis may have both plastic and metal mounting fas- teners, metal ones are highly recommended because they ground the motherboard to the chassis.

  • Page 35: Installing The Motherboard

    Chapter 2: Installation 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 36: Connectors/Io Ports

    C7Z87-OCE User’s Manual 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. Backplane I/O Panel Backplane I/O Panel A. USB 2.0 Port 0 H.

  • Page 37: Universal Serial Bus (Usb)

    Chapter 2: Installation Universal Serial Bus (USB) Two Universal Serial Bus 2.0 ports (0/1) and four USB 3.0 ports (4/5,6/7) are located on the I/O back panel. In addition, two USB 2.0 headers (four ports: 4/5, 6/7), and two USB 3.0 headers (four ports: 0/1, 2/3) are also located on the motherboard to provide front chassis access using USB cables (not included).

  • Page 38: Ethernet Ports

    C7Z87-OCE User’s Manual Ethernet Ports LAN Ports Pin Definition Two Gigabit Ethernet ports (LAN1/ Pin# Definition LAN2) are located next to the P2V5SB SGND HD Audio Connector on the I/O TD0+ Act LED Backpanel to provide network con- TD0- P3V3SB nections.

  • Page 39: Hdmi Port

    Chapter 2: Installation HDMI Port One HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia In- terface) is located next to the VGA port on the I/O backpanel. This connector is used to display both high definition video and digital sound through an HDMI capable display, using a single HDMI cable (not included).

  • Page 40: Thunderbolt Interface

    C7Z87-OCE User’s Manual Thunderbolt Interface This motherboard supports one Thunderbolt interface on the backpanel. A Thunderbolt interface is a hardware interface that allows peripherals to be connected to the mother- board at transfer speeds of up to 10Gbit/s. This port combines a PCIe and a DisplayPort into one serial signal.

  • Page 41: Front Control Panel

    Chapter 2: Installation 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 spe- cifically for use with Supermicro chassis. See the figure below for the descriptions of the front control panel buttons and LED indicators.

  • Page 42: Front Control Panel Pin Definitions

    C7Z87-OCE User’s Manual Front Control Panel Pin Definitions Power LED Power LED Pin Definitions (JF1) The Power LED connection is located on Pin# Definition pins 15 and 16 of JF1. Refer to the table on the right for pin definitions.

  • Page 43: Reset Button

    Chapter 2: Installation Reset Button The Reset Button connection is located Reset Button Pin Definitions (JF1) on pins 3 and 4 of JF1. Attach it to a hard- Pin# Definition ware reset switch on the computer case Reset to reset the system. Refer to the table on Ground the right for pin definitions.

  • Page 44: Connecting Cables

    C7Z87-OCE User’s Manual Connecting Cables This section provides brief descriptions and pin-out definitions for onboard headers and connectors. Be sure to use the correct cable for each header or connector. For information on Backpanel USB and Front Panel USB ports, refer to Page 2-17. For Front Panel Audio, please refer to Page 2-19.

  • Page 45: Fan Headers (Fan 1 ~ Fan 5)

    Chapter 2: Installation Fan Headers (Fan 1 ~ Fan 5) Fan Header Pin Definitions The C7Z87-OCE has five fan headers (Fan Pin# Definition 1~Fan 5). These fans are 4-pin fan head- Ground (Black) ers. Although pins 1-3 of the fan headers are 2.5A/+12V...

  • Page 46: Internal Buzzer (Sp1)

    C7Z87-OCE User’s Manual Internal Buzzer (SP1) Internal Buzzer Pin Definition The Internal Buzzer (SP1) can be Pin# Definitions used to provide audible indications for Pin 1 Pos. (+) Beep In various beep codes. See the table on Pin 2 Neg. (-) Alarm the right for pin definitions.

  • Page 47: Onboard Power Led (Jled1)

    Chapter 2: Installation Onboard Power LED (JLED1) Onboard PWR LED Pin Definitions An onboard Power LED header is lo- Pin# Definition cated at JLED1. This Power LED header is connected to Front Control Panel No Connection located at JF1 to indicate the status of Connection to PWR system power.

  • Page 48: Dom Pwr Connector (Jsd1)

    C7Z87-OCE User’s Manual DOM PWR Connector (JSD1) DOM PWR Pin Definitions The Disk-On-Module (DOM) power Pin# Definition connector, located at JSD1, provides 5V (Gen1/Gen) power to a solid state Ground DOM storage device connected to one Ground of the SATA ports. See the table on the right for pin definitions.

  • Page 49: Standby Power Header

    Chapter 2: Installation Standby Power Header Standby Power Pin Definitions The Standby Power header is located Pin# Definition at STBY1 on the motherboard. See +5V Standby the table on the right for pin defini- Ground tions. Wake-up Chassis LED If this motherboard will be mounted on a Supermicro chassis, this header can be used to attach the motherboard to control the chassis' LED readout.

  • Page 50: Tpm Header/Port 80 Header

    C7Z87-OCE User’s Manual TPM Header/Port 80 Header TPM/Port 80 Header Pin Definitions A Trusted Platform Module/Port 80 Pin # Definition Pin # Definition header is located at JTPM1 to provide LCLK TPM support and Port 80 connection. LFRAME# <(KEY)> Use this header to enhance system...

  • Page 51: Front Panel Audio Header (Audio Fp)

    Chapter 2: Installation Front Panel Audio Header (AUDIO FP) 10-in Audio Pin Definitions A 10-pin Audio header is supported on the Pin# Signal motherboard. This header allows you to Microphone_Left connect the motherboard to a front panel Audio_Ground audio control panet, if needed. Connect an Microphone_Right audio cable to the audio header to use this Audio_Detect...

  • Page 52: Jumper Settings

    C7Z87-OCE 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 53: Cmos Clear (Jbt1)

    Chapter 2: Installation CMOS Clear (JBT1) JBT1 is used to clear the saved system setup configuration stored in the CMOS chip. To clear the contents of the CMOS, completely shut down the system, remove the AC power cord and then short JBT1 with a jumper. Remove the jumper before powering on the system again.

  • Page 54: Audio Enable (Jpac1)

    C7Z87-OCE User’s Manual Audio Enable (JPAC1) Audio Enable/Disable Jumper Settings JPAC1 allows you to enable or disable Both Jumpers Definition the onboard audio support. The default Pins 1-2 Enabled position is on pins 1 and 2 to enable on- Pins 2-3 Disabled board audio connections.

  • Page 55: Usb Wake-Up (Jpusb 1/2)

    Chapter 2: Installation USB Wake-Up (JPUSB 1/2) USB Wake-Up Jumper Settings Use jumper JPUSB1 to activate the "wake- Jumper Setting Definition up" function of the USB ports by pressing Pins 1-2 Enabled a key on a USB keyboard or clicking the Pins 2-3 Disabled (Default) USB mouse connected.

  • Page 56: Management Engine (Me) Recovery (Jpme1)

    C7Z87-OCE User’s Manual Management Engine (ME) Recovery ME Recovery (JPME1) (JPME1) Jumper Settings Pin# Definition Use Jumper JPME1 to select ME frmware Normal (Default) Recovery mode, which will limit resource ME Recovery allocation for essential systemoperation only in order to maintain normal power operation and management.

  • Page 57: Bios Recovery (Jbr1)

    Chapter 2: Installation BIOS Recovery (JBR1) BIOS Recovery (JBR1) Jumper Settings The BIOS Recovery (JBR1) is used to en- Pin# Definition able or disable the BIOS Recovery feature Normal (Default) of the motherboard. Install the jumper on Recover pins 2-3 to begin the recovery process. See Appendix D for related information.

  • Page 58: Onboard Indicators

    C7Z87-OCE User’s Manual Onboard Indicators LAN1 LAN2 LAN 1/LAN 2 LEDs Link LED Activity LED Two LAN ports (LAN 1/LAN 2) are located on the I/O backplane of the GLAN 1/2 Activity Indicator motherboard. Each Ethernet LAN LED Settings port has two LEDs. The yellow LED...

  • Page 59: Status Display (Led3,Led2)

    Chapter 2: Installation Status Display (LED3,LED2) LED3 and LED2 are alpha-numeric displays that will display a status or POST code when the motherboard is powered on. Please download the following AMI publication for a complete list of POST codes: http://www.ami.com/support/doc/ami_aptio_4.x_status_codes_pub.pdf A.

  • Page 60: 2-10 Sata Connections

    C7Z87-OCE User’s Manual 2-10 SATA Connections SATA Connections (I-SATA0~I-SATA5) Eight Serial ATA (SATA) 3.0 connectors (I-SATA 0~5, A-SATA 0/1) are supported on the board. The I-SATA 3.0 ports are supported by the Intel Z87 PCH chip (supports RAID 0,1,5,10) while the A-SATA 3.0 ports are provided by the ASMedia SATA Con- troller.

  • Page 61: Chapter 3 Troubleshooting

    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 62: Memory Errors

    C7Z87-OCE 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.)

  • Page 63: Technical Support Procedures

    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.

  • Page 64: Frequently Asked Questions

    C7Z87-OCE User’s Manual Frequently Asked Questions Question: What type of memory does my motherboard support? Answer: The C7Z87-OCE supports up to 32GB of unbuffered Non-ECC DDR3 SDRAM (1.5V, 1600/1333/1066 MHz). See Section 2-4 for details on installing memory. Question: How do I update my BIOS? Answer: We do NOT recommend that you upgrade your BIOS if you are not experiencing any problems with your system.

  • Page 65: Battery Removal And Installation

    Chapter 3: Troubleshooting Important: The SPI BIOS chip installed on this motherboard is not re- movable. To repair or replace a damaged BIOS chip, please send your motherboard to RMA at Supermicro for service. Question: I think my BIOS is corrupted. How can I recover my BIOS? Answer: Please see Appendix C-BIOS Recovery for detailed instructions.

  • Page 66: Returning Merchandise For Service

    C7Z87-OCE User’s Manual regulations set up by your local hazardous waste management agency to dispose of your used battery properly. Battery Installation 1. To install an onboard battery, follow the steps 1 & 2 above and continue below: 2. Identify the battery's polarity. The positive (+) side should be facing up.

  • Page 67: Chapter 4 Bios

    BIOS Introduction This chapter describes the AMI BIOS Setup Utility for the C7Z87-OCE. 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 68: Main Setup

    C7Z87-OCE 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.
  • Page 69 Day MM/DD/YYYY 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. The following BIOS items will also be displayed: Supermicro C7Z87-OCE Version Build Date Memory Information Total Memory This displays the total size of memory available in the system.

  • Page 70: Advanced Setup Configurations

    C7Z87-OCE User’s Manual Advanced Setup Configurations Use the arrow keys to select Advanced Setup and press <Enter> to access the submenu items: Aptio Setup Utility - Copyright (C) 2012 American Megatrends, Inc. Main Advanced Boot Security Save & Exit System Boot Feature Setting ...

  • Page 71: 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 72 C7Z87-OCE User’s Manual CPU Configuration  The following CPU information will be displayed: • Type of CPU • CPU Signature • CPU Stepping • Microcode Patch • Max (Maximum) CPU Speed • Min (Minimum) CPU Speed • CPU Speed •...
  • Page 73 Chapter 4: AMI BIOS Clock Spread Spectrum If this feature is set to Enabled, the BIOS will monitor the level of electromagnetic interference caused by the components and will attempt to reduce the interference whenever needed. The options are Enabled and Disabled. Hyper-threading Select Enabled to support Intel Hyper-threading Technology to enhance CPU per- formance.
  • Page 74 C7Z87-OCE User’s Manual Adjacent Cache Line Prefetch (Available when supported by the CPU) Select Enabled for the CPU to prefetch both cache lines for 128 bytes as comprised. Select Disabled for the CPU to prefetch both cache lines for 64 bytes. The options are Disabled and Enabled.
  • Page 75 Chapter 4: AMI BIOS CPU Power Limit3 Use this feature to set the power limit for CPU3. Use the number keys on your keyboard to enter the value. Enter 0 to use the manufacturer's default setting. CPU Power Limit3 Time This item allows the user to determine how long CPU3 should operate at the power limit set by the user for the item above.
  • Page 76 C7Z87-OCE User’s Manual 3-Core Ratio Limit This increases (multiplies) 3 clock speeds in the CPU core in relation to the bus speed when three CPU cores are active. Press "+" or "-" on your keyboard to change the value. Enter 0 to use the manufacturer's default setting.
  • Page 77 Chapter 4: AMI BIOS C6 Latency (Available when "CPU C States" is set to Enabled) Select Short to set a short delay time(period) during which the BIOS reports CPU C6 State (ACPI C3) to the operating system. Select Long to set a long delay time(period) during which the BIOS reports CPU C6 State (ACPI C3) to the operating system.

  • Page 78: Chipset Configuration

    C7Z87-OCE User’s Manual ACPI T State Select Enabled to support Advanced Configuration and Power Interface (ACPI) Throttling States (T State), which will lower the power consumption level for the system as to the power consumption level set for CPU Performance State 1 to achieve power efficiency.

  • Page 79: Primary Display

    Chapter 4: AMI BIOS Primary Display Use this feature to select the graphics device to be used as the primary display. You can select from a device installed on the CPU IGFX, CPU SLOT, or PCH SLOT. The options are Auto, CPU IGFX, CPU SLOT, and PCH SLOT. CPU Slot (Available when Primary Display is set to Auto) Use this item to select the graphics device installed in an expansion slot sup- ported by the CPU to be used as the primary display.
  • Page 80 C7Z87-OCE User’s Manual Gfx (Graphics) Low Power Mode Select Enabled to use the low power mode for internal graphics devices installed in a small form factor (SFF) computer. The options are Enabled and Disabled. PCI-E Configuration This item displays the information of the (graphics) device installed on a PCI-E slot.

  • Page 81: Memory Configuration

    Chapter 4: AMI BIOS CPU SLOT6 PCI-E 3.0 X16 - ASPM, CPU SLOT4 PCI-E 3.0 X8(IN X16) - ASPM, CPU SLOT2 PCI-E 3.0 X4 (IN X16)- ASPM Use this feature to set the ASPM (Active State Power Management) level for the graphics device installed on a PCI-E or PCI slot specified by the user.
  • Page 82 C7Z87-OCE User’s Manual • Minimum Delay Time • CAS to RAS (tRCDmin) • Row Precharge (tRPmin) • Active to Precharege (tRASmin) Max TOLUD (Top of Low Usable DRAM) This feature sets the maximum TOLUD value, which specifies the "Top of Low Usable DRAM"...

  • Page 83: On Board Chip Configuration

    Chapter 4: AMI BIOS Legacy USB Support Select Enabled to support legacy USB devices. Select Auto to disable legacy support when legacy USB devices are not present. If Disable is selected, legacy USB devices will not be supported. The options are Enabled, Disabled and Auto. Port 60/64 Emulation This feature enables or disables I/O port 60h/64h emulation support.

  • Page 84: Sata Configuration

    C7Z87-OCE User’s 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 85 Chapter 4: AMI BIOS If the item above - SATA Mode Select is set to IDE, the following items are displayed: Serial ATA Port 0~ Port 5 This item displays the information detected on the installed SATA drives on the particular SATA port.
  • Page 86 C7Z87-OCE User’s Manual VGA Palette Snoop Select Enabled to support VGA palette register snooping which will allow the PCI cards that do not contain their own VGA color palette to examine the video cards palette and mimic it for proper color display. The options are Disabled and Enabled.

  • Page 87: Acpi Settings

    Chapter 4: AMI BIOS Network Stack Select Enabled to enable PXE (Preboot Execution Environment) or UEFI (Unified Extensible Firmware Interface) for network stack support. The options are Enabled and Disabled. Ipv4 PXE Support (Available when Network Stack is set to Enabled) Select Enabled to enable Ipv4 PXE (Preboot Execution Environment) for boot support.

  • Page 88: Cpu Configuration

    C7Z87-OCE User’s Manual TPM State Select Enabled to use TPM (Trusted Platform Module) settings for system data security. The options are Disabled and Enabled. Note: The system will reboot for the change on TPM State to take effect. Pending Operation Use this item to schedule a TPM-related operation to be performed by a security device for TPM support.
  • Page 89 Chapter 4: AMI BIOS Package Current Lock Select Enabled to lock the current CPU package values. The options are Enabled and Disabled. IA Core Current Max (1/8 Amp) This feature allows the user to set the maximum electric current value for the Intel CPU cores.
  • Page 90 C7Z87-OCE User’s Manual keyboard to enter the value. The default setting is dependent on the CPU installed. 2 Core Ratio Limit This increases (multiplies) 2 clock speeds in the CPU core in relation to the bus speed when two CPU cores are active. Use the number keys on your keyboard to enter the value.

  • Page 91: North Bridge Configuration

    Chapter 4: AMI BIOS North Bridge Configuration  The following North Bridge Configuration submenu items will display: Memory Multiplier Configuration Performance Memory Profiles Use this feature to set Performance Memory Profiles which may cause impact on memory behavior due to different sizes of memory used in the system. Select Automatic to allow the BIOS to automatically set Performance Memory Profiles.
  • Page 92 C7Z87-OCE User’s Manual This option configures the Minimum Write Recovery Time. Enter a number between 1-38. The default is 12. tRFC This option selects the Minimum Refresh Recovery Delay Time. Enter a number between 1-9363. The default is 128. tWTR This option configures the Minimum Internal Write to Read Com- mand Delay Time.
  • Page 93 Chapter 4: AMI BIOS Memory Voltage Use this feature to select the Memory Voltage. The options are 1.35V, 1.40V, 1.45V, 1.50V, 1.55V, 1.60V, 1.65V, 1.70V, 1.75V, 1.80V, 1.85V, 1.90V, 1.95V and Auto. Intel Graphics Configuration Graphics Core Ratio Limit Use this feature to set graphics core ratio limit. The default setting is dependent on the type of CPU installed.
  • Page 94 C7Z87-OCE User’s Manual RING Voltage Offset (mV) Use this feature to set to set the RING Voltage Offset value from -1000mV to 998mV. Enter 0 to use the manufacture default value. Offset Prefix Use this feature to set the Offset value as a positive (+) number or a nega- tive (-) number.
  • Page 95 Chapter 4: AMI BIOS GT Voltage Offset (mV) Use this feature to set the GT Voltage Offset value between -1000mV and 998mV. Enter 0 to use the default setting. Offset Prefix Use this feature to set the GT Voltage Offset value as a positive (+) number or a negative (-) number.
  • Page 96 C7Z87-OCE User’s Manual Offset Prefix Use this feature to set the Offset value as a positive (+) number or a nega- tive (-) number. Press "+" or "-" on your keyboard to make a selection. The default setting is "+".
  • Page 97 Chapter 4: AMI BIOS RING Voltage Offset (mV) Use this feature to set to set the RING Voltage Offset value from -1000mV to 998mV. Enter 0 to use the manufacture default value. Offset Prefix Use this feature to set the Offset value as a positive (+) number or a negative (-) number.
  • Page 98 C7Z87-OCE User’s Manual Memory Timing Configuration Memory Clock Multiplier This option selects the Memory Clock Multiplier. The options are 1.33 and 1.00. Memory Multiplier This option selects the Memory Multiplier value. The options are 8, 10, 12, 14, 16, 18, 20, 22, 24, 26 and 28.
  • Page 99 Chapter 4: AMI BIOS tRRD This option selects the Minimum Row Active To Row Active Delay Time. Enter a number between 1-38. The default is 5. tRTP This option configures the Internal Read to Precharge Command Delay Time. Enter a number between 1-38. The default is 6. tCWL Value This option selects the Minimum CAS Write Latency Time.

  • Page 100: Firmware Update Configuration

    C7Z87-OCE User’s Manual Intel Graphics Configuration Graphics Core Ratio Limit This option allows the configuration of the Graphics Core Ratio limit. Please enter a numeric value. The default is 24. Case LED The following setting will enable the LED lamp that is mounted on the chas- sis to flash when Over-Clocking is enabled.

  • Page 101: Super Io Configuration

    Chapter 4: AMI BIOS Security Level This option selects the security level for the Intel Thunderbolt port(s) . The options are Legacy Mode, Unique ID, One Time Saved Key, and DP+++ only. Wake From Thunderbolt Devices This option enables the wake-up feature from Thunderbolt devices. The options are Disabled, and Enabled.
  • Page 102 C7Z87-OCE User’s Manual Device Settings This feature displays the base I/O port address and the Interrupt Request address of Serial Port 1. Change Port 1 Settings This option specifies the base I/O port address and the Interrupt Request address of Serial Port 1. Select Auto to let the BIOS automatically assign the base I/O and IRQ address.
  • Page 103 Chapter 4: AMI BIOS H/W (Hardware) Monitor  PC Health Status Fan Speed Control Mode This feature allows the user to decide how the system controls the speeds of the onboard fans. The CPU temperature and the fan speed are correlative. When the CPU on-die temperature increases, the fan speed will also increase for effective system cooling.

  • Page 104: Boot Settings

    C7Z87-OCE User’s Manual Boot Settings Use this feature to configure Boot Settings: Aptio Setup Utility - Copyright (C) 2012 American Megatrends, Inc. Main Advanced Boot Security Exit Sets the system boot order Set Boot Priority Boot Device [CD/DVD] 2nd Boot Device...
  • Page 105 Chapter 4: AMI BIOS  Delete Boot Option Use this feature to remove a pre-defined boot device from which the system will boot during startup. The settings are [any pre-defined boot device]  Delete Driver Option Use this feature to remove a pre-defined driver from which the system will boot during startup.

  • Page 106: Security Settings

    C7Z87-OCE User’s Manual Security Settings This menu allows the user to configure the following security settings for the system. Aptio Setup Utility - Copyright (C) 2012 American Megatrends, Inc. Main Advanced Boot Security Exit Password Description Set Administrator Password. If ONLY the administrator’s password is set, then this only limits access to Setup and is only asked for when entering Setup.

  • Page 107: Save & Exit

    Chapter 4: AMI BIOS Save & Exit Select the Exit tab from the BIOS Setup Utility screen to enter the Exit BIOS Setup screen. Aptio Setup Utility - Copyright (C) 2012 American Megatrends, Inc. Main Advanced Boot Security Exit Exit system setup after saving the Discard Changes and Exit changes.
  • Page 108 C7Z87-OCE User’s Manual Save As User Defaults To set this feature, select Save as User Defaults from the Exit menu and press <En- ter>. This enables the user to save any changes to the BIOS setup for future use. Restore User Defaults To set this feature, select Restore User Defaults from the Exit menu and press <En-...

  • Page 109: Appendix A Bios Error Beep Codes

    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.
  • Page 110 C7Z87-OCE User’s Manual Notes...

  • Page 111: Appendix B Software Installation Instructions

    Appendix B: Software Installation Instructions Appendix B Software Installation Instructions B-1 Installing Drivers After you've installed the Windows Operating System, a screen as shown below will appear. 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.

  • Page 112: Configuring Superdoctor ® Iii

    C7Z87-OCE 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.
  • Page 113 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.
  • Page 114 C7Z87-OCE User’s Manual Notes...

  • Page 115: Appendix C Uefi Bios Recovery Instructions

    Appendix C: 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.
  • Page 116 C7Z87-OCE User’s Manual To perform UEFI BIOS recovery using a USB-attached device, follow the instruc- tions below. 1. Using a different machine, copy the "Super.ROM" binary image file into the disc Root "\" Directory of a USB device or a writeable CD/DVD.
  • Page 117 Appendix C: 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 118 C7Z87-OCE User’s Manual 9. After seeing the message that BIOS update is completed, unplug the AC pow- er cable from the power supply to clear CMOS, and then plug the AC power cable in the power supply again to power on the system.

  • Page 119: Appendix D Dual Boot Block

    Appendix D: Dual Boot Block Appendix D Dual Boot Block D-1 Introduction This motherboard supports the Dual Boot Block feature, which is the last-ditch mechanism to recover the BIOS boot block. This section provides an introduction to the feature. BIOS Boot Block A BIOS boot block is the minimum BIOS loader required to enable necessary hardware components for the BIOS crisis recovery flash that will update the main BIOS block.

  • Page 120: D-2 Steps To Reboot The System By Using Jumper Jbr1

    C7Z87-OCE User’s Manual D-2 Steps to Reboot the System by Using Jumper JBR1 1. Power down the system. 2. Close pins 2-3 on Jumper JBR1, and power on the system. 3. Follow the BIOS recovery SOP listed in the previous chapter (Appendix C).
  • Page 121 (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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