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X10SBA-L
USER'S MANUAL
Revision 1.0a

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  • Page 1 X10SBA X10SBA-L USER’S MANUAL Revision 1.0a...
  • Page 2 Clara County in the State of California, USA. The State of California, County of Santa Clara shall be the exclusive venue for the resolution of any such disputes. Super Micro's total liability for all claims will not exceed the price paid for the hardware product.

  • Page 3: About This Motherboard

    J1900 SoC (System on a Chip) 22nm Quad-Core processor in the BGA 1170 format. With a 64-bit, 22nm, low-power Tri-gate Quad Core Silvermont processor built into it, the X10SBA(-L) motherboard offers unprecedented enhancements in system performance, power efficiency, and visual/media capability. This motherboard is ideal for SMB entry-level Storage, Server, or Appliance platforms that are optimized for networking, thin-client, Kiosk, Digital Signage, and control-box applications.

  • Page 4: Conventions Used In The Manual

    X10SBA/X10SBA-L 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

    X10SBA/X10SBA-L User’s Manual Table of Contents Preface Chapter 1 Introduction Overview ......................1-1 Checklist ......................1-1 Motherboard Features ..................1-7 Processor Overview ..................1-11 Special Features ................... 1-12 Recovery from AC Power Loss ..............1-12 PC Health Monitoring ..................1-12 Fan Status Monitor with Firmware Control ..........1-12 Environmental Temperature Control .............
  • Page 7 Table of Contents HDMI & DP Ports ..................2-12 Video Connector ..................2-13 Embedded DisplayPort (eDP) ..............2-14 Front Control Panel ..................2-15 Front Control Panel Pin Definitions............... 2-16 Power LED ....................2-16 HDD LED ....................2-16 NIC1/NIC2 (LAN1/LAN2) ................2-17 Overheat (OH)/Fan Fail ................
  • Page 8 X10SBA/X10SBA-L User’s Manual Technical Support Procedures ................ 3-3 Frequently Asked Questions ................3-4 Battery Removal and Installation ..............3-5 Returning Merchandise for Service..............3-6 Chapter 4 BIOS Introduction ...................... 4-1 Main Setup ...................... 4-2 Advanced Setup Configurations..............4-4 Security Settings ................... 4-22 Boot Settings ....................

  • Page 9: Chapter 1 Introduction

    If anything listed here is damaged or missing, contact your retailer. The following items are included in the retail box. • One (1) Supermicro Motherboard • Six (6) SATA cables (for X10SBA) • Two (2) SATA cables (for X10SBA-L) • One (1) I/O shield •...
  • Page 10 2. Some components are installed on the X10SBA only; some, on the X10SBA-L only. Refer to the table below for model variations between these two models.
  • Page 11 Chapter 1: Introduction X10SBA/X10SBA-L Motherboard Layout USB0(3.0) BIOS AUDIO FP FAN1 HDMI/DP USB1(2.0) JSPDIF_OUT LAN2 LAN1 (for mini-PCI-E only) X10SBA(-L) (for X10SBA only) Rev.1.01A LED3 LED2 (for X10SBA only) (for M-SATA only) BAR CODE JDIMM1 SODIMM2 (1.35V only) (for X10SBA)
  • Page 12 (for X10SBA) JBT1 JSD1 USB6 JPW1 LED5 LED1 USB4/5 USB2/3 FP CTRL JTPM1 Note: Some components are installed on the X10SBA only; some, on the X10SBA- L only. Refer to the table below for model variations between these two models.

  • Page 13: Connector Description

    Slot for a mini-PCI-E Card (Only available on the X10SBA) mSATA Slot MUX with I-SATA-1 (Only available on the X10SBA) Note: mSATA MUX (J2) support is available only when I-SATA1 is not in use. J2 and I-SATA1 cannot be used together.
  • Page 14 Only available on the X10SBA-L) USB 4/5 Front Accessible USB 2.0 Connections: USB 4/5 (Only available on the X10SBA) USB 6 Type A USB 2.0 Connector: USB 6 (Only available on the X10SBA) Backpanel VGA Port X10SBA/X10SBA-L LED Indicators Description Color/State...

  • Page 15: Motherboard Features

    One (1) USB 2.0 port on the rear I/O panel (USB 1) Four (4) Front Accessible USB 2.0 ports on two headers (USB 2/3, 4/5), (USB 3: only available on the X10SBA-L, USB 4/5: Not available on the L model) One (1) Type A USB 2.0 connector (USB 6: not available...
  • Page 16 X10SBA/X10SBA-L User’s Manual Video One (1) High Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI) , One (1) DisplayPort, and One (1) VGA on the back panel One (1) eDP connector (not available on the L model) Audio One (1) HDMI and one (1) DisplayPort on the back panel...

  • Page 17: Block Diagram

    USB 2.0 [1] Rear USB2.0 connector (USB 1) PCIe Gen2 x 1 GLAN2 PCIE[3] RJ45 480Mb/s INTEL I210 USB 2.0 [2] 5.0GT/s X10SBA-L Front USB2.0 header (USB 2/3) 480Mb/s USB 2.0 [3] X10SBA-L USB HUB RENESAS/uPD720114 DOWNSTREAM X10SBA PORT 1...

  • Page 18: Processor Overview

    In addition, this new SoC processor also provides an operating range with wider dynamic power and enhanced power management with faster standby entry and standby support. The X10SBA/X10SBA- L offers two independent displays through HDMI, DP (eDP) or VGA outputs with full HD Video Decode/Encode capability.

  • Page 19: Special Features

    Chapter 1: Introduction 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 20: Acpi Features

    Super I/O The Super I/O supports four high-speed, 16550 compatible serial communication ports (UARTs). Each UART includes a 16-byte send/receive FIFO, a programmable baud rate generator, complete modem control capability and a processor interrupt system.
  • Page 21 250 K, 500 K, or 1 Mb/s, which support higher speed modems. The Super I/O provides functions that comply with ACPI (Advanced Configuration and Power Interface), which includes support of legacy and ACPI power manage- ment through an SMI or SCI function pin.
  • Page 22 X10SBA/X10SBA-L User’s Manual Notes 1-14...

  • Page 23: 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 24 X10SBA/X10SBA-L 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 25: 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 26: Static-Sensitive Devices

    X10SBA/X10SBA-L 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 27: Memory Support

    Chapter 2: Installation Memory Support The X10SBA/X10SBA-L supports up to 8 GB of DDR3L (Low Voltage) Non-ECC SO-DIMM of up to 1333 MHz in two horizontal sockets. This motherboard supports 1.35V memory only. Populate memory on Socket SO-DIMM1 first. Note: Check the Supermicro website for recommended memory modules.

  • Page 28: Populating Memory Modules

    X10SBA/X10SBA-L User’s Manual Populating Memory Modules 1. Install the desired number of SO-DIMMs into the memory slots, starting with JDIMM1, then JDIMM2. Pay attention to the notch along the bottom of the module to prevent incorrect DIMM module installation. 2. Insert each SO-DIMM module at the proper angle and snap it into place. Repeat step 1 to install JDIMM2.

  • Page 29: Installing A So-Dimm Module Into A Horizontal Socket

    Chapter 2: Installation Installing a SO-DIMM Module into a Horizontal Socket 1. Align the receptive point on the bottom of the SO-DIMM module against the key on the memory socket. Note the notches on the side of the SO-DIMM module and those on the socket to avoid causing damage. Receptive Point on SO-DIMM Memory the Module...

  • Page 30: Motherboard Installation

    X10SBA/X10SBA-L 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 31: 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 32: Connectors/Io Ports

    X10SBA/X10SBA-L User’s Manual Connectors/IO Ports The I/O ports are color coded in conformance with the industry standards. See the figure below for the colors and locations of the various I/O ports. Backplane I/O Panel USB0(3.0) BIOS AUDIO FP FAN1 USB1(2.0)

  • Page 33: Universal Serial Bus (Usb)

    I/O back panel. Three USB 2.0 connections (USB 2/3, USB 4/5) are located on the motherboard for front USB 2.0 access. In addition, a Type A USB connector (USB 6) is also located on the X10SBA to provide USB 2.0 front support. See the tables below for pin definitions.

  • Page 34: Ethernet Ports

    HDMI or DP-capable display, using a single HDMI or DP cable (not included). The X10SBA/-L supports HDMI Specifica- tion version 1.4a and DP 1.1a. USB0(3.0) A. LAN1 B. LAN2...

  • Page 35: Video Connector

    AUDIO FP FAN1 HDMI/DP USB1(2.0) JSPDIF_OUT LAN2 LAN1 (for mini-PCI-E only) X10SBA(-L) (for X10SBA only) Rev.1.01A LED3 LED2 (for X10SBA only) (for M-SATA only) BAR CODE JDIMM1 SODIMM2 (1.35V only) (for X10SBA) JBT1 JSD1 USB6 JPW1 LED5 LED1 USB4/5 USB2/3...

  • Page 36: Embedded Displayport (Edp)

    PCs, tablets, netbooks LCD_VCC AUX_CH_N and all-in-one desktop PCs. Refer to the table on right for pin definitions. LCD_GND X10SBA support 3.3V eDP LED or LCD_GND VCC3_3 LCD panel only. The X10SBA support LCD_GND eDP standard version 1.3. Refer to the...

  • Page 37: Front Control Panel

    AUDIO FP FAN1 HDMI/DP USB1(2.0) JSPDIF_OUT LAN2 LAN1 (for mini-PCI-E only) X10SBA(-L) (for X10SBA only) Rev.1.01A LED3 LED2 (for X10SBA only) (for M-SATA only) BAR CODE JDIMM1 SODIMM2 (1.35V only) (for X10SBA) JBT1 JSD1 USB6 JPW1 LED5 LED1 USB4/5 USB2/3...

  • Page 38: Front Control Panel Pin Definitions

    X10SBA/X10SBA-L User’s Manual Front Control Panel Pin Definitions Power LED Power LED Pin Definitions (JF1) The Power LED connection is located Pin# Definition on pins 15 and 16 of JF1. Refer to the table on the right for pin definitions.

  • Page 39: Nic1/Nic2 (Lan1/Lan2)

    Rev.1.01A LED3 LED2 PWRLED 3.3 V HDD LED 3.3V Stby NIC1 Link LED 3.3V Stby (for X10SBA only) (for M-SATA only) 3.3V Stby NIC2 Link LED BAR CODE JDIMM1 OH/Fan Fail/PWR Fail/ LED Cathode Power Fail LED 3.3V SODIMM2 (1.35V only)

  • Page 40: Reset Button

    X10SBA/X10SBA-L User’s Manual Reset Button The Reset Button connection is located Reset Button Pin Definitions (JF1) on pins 3 and 4 of JF1. Attach it to a Pin# Definition hardware reset switch on the computer Reset case to reset the system. Refer to the Ground table on the right for pin definitions.

  • Page 41: Connecting Cables

    JSPDIF_OUT B. 12V DC PWR (up to LAN2 LAN1 (for mini-PCI-E only) 144W) X10SBA(-L) (for X10SBA only) Rev.1.01A LED3 LED2 (for X10SBA only) (for M-SATA only) BAR CODE JDIMM1 SODIMM2 (1.35V only) (for X10SBA) JBT1 JSD1 USB6 JPW1 LED5 LED1...

  • Page 42: Dom Pwr Connector (Jsd1)

    Pin Definitions Fan Headers (Fan 1/Fan 2) Pin# Definition Ground (Black) The X10SBA(-L) has two fan headers (Fan 1/ 2.5A/+12V Fan 2). These fans are 4-pin fan headers. Al- (Red) though pins 1-3 of the fan headers are backward Tachometer...

  • Page 43: Internal Buzzer (Sp1)

    FAN1 HDMI/DP Header USB1(2.0) JSPDIF_OUT LAN2 LAN1 (for mini-PCI-E only) X10SBA(-L) (for X10SBA only) Rev.1.01A LED3 LED2 (for X10SBA only) (for M-SATA only) BAR CODE JDIMM1 SODIMM2 (1.35V only) (for X10SBA) JBT1 JSD1 USB6 JPW1 LED5 LED1 USB4/5 USB2/3 FP CTRL...

  • Page 44: Serial Ports (Com1-Com4)

    X10SBA/X10SBA-L User’s Manual Serial Ports (COM1-COM4) Serial/COM Ports Pin Definitions There are two serial (COM) port head- Pin # Definition Pin # Definition ers on the motherboard. Refer to the layout below for COM port locations. See the table on the right for pin definitions.

  • Page 45: Tpm Header/Port 80 Header

    B. SPDIF_Out Header FAN1 HDMI/DP USB1(2.0) JSPDIF_OUT LAN2 LAN1 (for mini-PCI-E only) X10SBA(-L) (for X10SBA only) Rev.1.01A LED3 LED2 (for X10SBA only) (for M-SATA only) BAR CODE JDIMM1 SODIMM2 (1.35V only) (for X10SBA) JBT1 JSD1 USB6 JPW1 LED5 LED1 USB4/5 USB2/3...

  • Page 46: Smbus1

    X10SBA/X10SBA-L User’s Manual SMBUS1 SMBUS1 Header Pin Definitions A System Management Bus header Pin# Definition for the SMBus slave sensor is located Data at JSMB1. Connect the appropriate Ground cable here to use the SMBus I C con- nection on your system.

  • Page 47: Gpio Header (Jp1)

    AUDIO FP FAN1 HDMI/DP USB1(2.0) JSPDIF_OUT LAN2 LAN1 (for mini-PCI-E only) X10SBA(-L) (for X10SBA only) Rev.1.01A LED3 LED2 (for X10SBA only) (for M-SATA only) BAR CODE JDIMM1 SODIMM2 (1.35V only) (for X10SBA) JBT1 JSD1 USB6 JPW1 LED5 LED1 USB4/5 USB2/3...

  • Page 48: Jumper Settings

    X10SBA/X10SBA-L 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 49: Cmos Clear

    FAN1 HDMI/DP USB1(2.0) Mode Select JSPDIF_OUT LAN2 LAN1 (for mini-PCI-E only) X10SBA(-L) (for X10SBA only) Rev.1.01A LED3 LED2 (for X10SBA only) (for M-SATA only) BAR CODE JDIMM1 SODIMM2 (1.35V only) (for X10SBA) JBT1 JSD1 USB6 JPW1 LED5 LED1 USB4/5 USB2/3...

  • Page 50: Usb Wake-Up

    X10SBA/X10SBA-L User’s Manual USB Wake-Up USB Wake-Up Enable Jumper Settings Use the jumper JPUSB1 to "wake-up" your Pin# Definition system by pressing a key on a USB keyboard Enabled (Default) or clicking the USB mouse connected to the Disabled onboard USB ports. JPUSB1 is used together with a USB Wake-Up feature in the BIOS.

  • Page 51: Onboard Indicators

    AUDIO FP FAN1 HDMI/DP USB1(2.0) JSPDIF_OUT LAN2 LAN1 (for mini-PCI-E only) X10SBA(-L) (for X10SBA only) Rev.1.01A LED3 LED2 (for X10SBA only) (for M-SATA only) BAR CODE JDIMM1 SODIMM2 (1.35V only) (for X10SBA) JBT1 JSD1 USB6 JPW1 LED5 LED1 USB4/5 USB2/3...

  • Page 52: Main Power Led

    X10SBA/X10SBA-L User’s Manual Main Power LED Main PWR LED Indicator LED Settings A Main Power LED is located at LED1 LED Color Definition on the motherboard. When this LED is System Off (PWR cable not connected) on, the system power is on. Be sure to...

  • Page 53: Sata Connections

    Ground • Note 1: M-SATA 0-3 are not available on the X10SBA-L. • Note 2: I-SATA1 support is available only when the mSATA MUX slot @ J2 is not in use. J2 and I-SATA1 cannot be used together.
  • Page 54 X10SBA/X10SBA-L User’s Manual Notes 2-32...

  • Page 55: 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 56: Memory Errors

    X10SBA/X10SBA-L 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 57: Technical Support Procedures

    • System configuration • An example of a Technical Support form is on our website at (http://www.super- micro.com/support/rma/rma.cfm). 4. Distributors: For immediate assistance, please have your account number ready when placing a call to our technical support department. We can be reached by e-mail at support@supermicro.com, by phone at: (408) 503-...

  • Page 58: Frequently Asked Questions

    Note: Always use the file named “ami.bat” to update the BIOS, and insert a space between "ami.bat" and the filename. The BIOS-ROM-filename will bear the motherboard name (i.e., X10SBA/X10SBA-L) and build ver- sion as the extension. For example, "X10SBA.115". When completed, your system will automatically reboot.

  • Page 59: 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 60: Returning Merchandise For Service

    X10SBA/X10SBA-L User’s Manual 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. 3. Insert the battery into the battery holder and push it down until you hear a click to ensure that the battery is securely locked.

  • Page 61: Chapter 4 Bios

    BIOS Introduction This chapter describes the AMI BIOS setup utility for the X10SBA (-F). 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 screens.

  • Page 62: Main Setup

    X10SBA/X10SBA-L 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 63 Note: The time is in the 24-hour format. For example, 5:30 P.M. appears as 17:30:00. Compliancy: This item displays compliancy information. The following BIOS items will also be displayed: Supermicro X10SBA Version Build Date Memory Information Total Memory: This displays the total size of memory available in the system.

  • Page 64: Advanced Setup Configurations

    Save & Exit System Boot Feature Setting  Boot Feature  Chipset Con guration  ACPI Settings  Super IO Con guration  Hardware Health Con guration  Serial Port Console Con guration  CPU Con guration  SATA Con guration ...

  • Page 65: Power Configuration

    Chapter 4: AMI BIOS Wait For 'F1' If Error This feature forces the system to wait until the 'F1' key is pressed if an error oc- curs. 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 ROM BIOS of the host adaptors will "capture"...

  • Page 66: Chipset Configuration

    X10SBA/X10SBA-L User’s Manual Chipset Configuration  Warning! Setting the wrong values in the following sections may cause the system to malfunction. North Bridge  The following North Bridge information will be displayed: Graphics Configuration  This item displays the following graphics information:...

  • Page 67: South Bridge

    Chapter 4: AMI BIOS DVMT Total Gfx Mem Use this feature to set the total memory size to be used by the internal graph- ics devices based on the DVMT 5.0 platform. The options are 128MB, 256MB and MAX. Aperture Size Use this feature to set the Aperture size, which is the size of system memory reserved by the BIOS for graphics device use.

  • Page 68: Usb Configuration

    X10SBA/X10SBA-L User’s Manual Azalia HDMI Codec Select Enabled to enable the internal HDMI CODEC (Coder-Decoder) for Azalia. The settings are Enabled and Disabled. USB Configuration  Legacy USB Support This feature enables support for legacy USB devices. Select Auto to disable legacy support if USB devices are not present.

  • Page 69: Pci Express Configuration

    Chapter 4: AMI BIOS USB Port 2 Select Enabled for USB Port 2 support. The options are Enabled and Disabled. USB Port 3 Select Enabled for USB Port 3 support. The options are Enabled and Disabled. PCI Express Configuration  This item displays the information of onboard PCI-E slots.

  • Page 70: Super Io Configuration

    X10SBA/X10SBA-L User’s Manual pendency on other timestamp calculation devices, such as an x86 RDTSC Instruc- tion embedded in the CPU. The High Performance Event Timer is used to replace the 8254 Programmable Interval Timer. The options are Enabled and Disabled.

  • Page 71: Hardware Health Configuration

    Chapter 4: AMI BIOS Hardware Health Configuration  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 72: Serial Port Console Redirection

    X10SBA/X10SBA-L User’s Manual Serial Port Console Redirection  COM0 Use this feature to enable console redirection for the COM0 port. The options are Enabled and Disabled. Console Redirection Settings This feature allows the user to specify how the host computer will exchange data with the client computer, which is the remote computer used by the user.
  • Page 73 Chapter 4: AMI BIOS 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 74: Console Redirection Settings (For Ems)

    X10SBA/X10SBA-L User’s Manual Console Redirection Settings (for EMS)  This feature allows the user to specify how the host computer will exchange data with the client computer, which is the remote computer used by the user. Out-of-Band Management Port The feature selects a serial port used by the Microsoft Windows Emergency Management Services (EMS) to communicate with a remote server.

  • Page 75: Cpu Configuration

    Chapter 4: AMI BIOS CPU Configuration  Socket 0 CPU Configuration  The following CPU information will be displayed: • Type of CPU • CPU Signature • Microcode Patch • Max (Maximum) CPU Speed • Min (Minimum) CPU Speed • Processor Cores •...

  • Page 76: Sata Configuration

    X10SBA/X10SBA-L User’s Manual cannot, thus preventing a worm or a virus from flooding illegal codes to overwhelm the processor or damage the system during an attack. The default is Enabled. (Refer to Intel and Microsoft Web Sites for more information.)
  • Page 77 Chapter 4: AMI BIOS SATA Mode (Available when the item: Serial-ATA is enabled) This item selects the mode for the installed SATA drives. The options are IDE Mode, and AHCI Mode. If the item above -SATA Mode Select is set to AHCI, the following items are dis- played: Serial-ATA Port 0/ Serial-ATA Port 1 Select Enabled to enable a SATA port specified by the user.
  • Page 78 X10SBA/X10SBA-L User’s Manual PCIe/PCI/PnP Configuration  This feature allows the user to set the PCI/PnP configurations for the following items: 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.
  • Page 79 Chapter 4: AMI BIOS Slot1 PCI-E 2.0 x2 (in x8) OPROM Use this feature to enable or disable PCI-Express slot Option ROM support to boot the computer using a device installed on the slot specified by the user. The options are Disabled, Legacy, EFI, and EFI and Legacy.

  • Page 80: Iscsi Configuration

    X10SBA/X10SBA-L User’s Manual iSCSi Configuration  iSCSI Initiator Name This feature allows the user to enter the unique name of the iSCSI Initiator in IQN format. Once the name of the iSCSI Initiator is entered into the system, configure the proper settings for the following items.
  • Page 81 Chapter 4: AMI BIOS Link Status MAC Address: Virtual MAC Address: 4-21...

  • Page 82: Security Settings

    X10SBA/X10SBA-L User’s Manual Security Settings This menu allows the user to configure the following security settings for the system. Aptio Setup Utility - Copyright (C) 2013 American Megatrends, Inc. Main Advanced Security Boot 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 83 Chapter 4: AMI BIOS  Key Management Default Keys Provision Select Enable to install all manufacture defaults for the following system security settings. The options are Disabled and Enabled.  Delete All Secure Boot Variables This feature allows the user to delete all secure boot settings previous stored in the system.
  • Page 84 X10SBA/X10SBA-L User’s Manual Authorized Signatures  Delete DB (DataBase) Select <Yes> to confirm deletion of a database from the NVRAM (Non-Volatile RAM).  Set New DB (DataBase) Select <Yes> to confirm that a new database will be set in the NVRAM (Non-Volatile RAM).

  • Page 85: Boot Settings

    Chapter 4: AMI BIOS Boot Settings Use this feature to configure Boot Settings: Aptio Setup Utility - Copyright (C) 2013 American Megatrends, Inc. Main Advanced Security Boot Exit Boot Priority Sets the system boot order Boot Order #1 [UEFI Hard Disk] Boot Order #2 [UEFI CD/DVD] Boot Order #3...
  • Page 86 X10SBA/X10SBA-L User’s Manual  Hard Disk Drive BBS Priorities • Boot Order #1  CDROM/DVD Drive BBS Priorities • Boot Order #1  Network Drive BBS Priorities • Boot Order #1  USB Key Drive BBS Priorities • Boot Order #1 ...

  • Page 87: 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) 2013 American Megatrends, Inc. Main Advanced Security Boot Save & Exit Exit system setup after saving the Discard Changes and Exit changes.
  • Page 88 X10SBA/X10SBA-L 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 89: 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 90 X10SBA/X10SBA-L User’s Manual Notes...

  • Page 91: 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 92: Configuring Superdoctor ® 5

    X10SBA/X10SBA-L User’s Manual B-2 Configuring SuperDoctor 5 The Supermicro SuperDoctor® 5 is a program that functions in a command-line or web-based interface in Windows and Linux operating systems. The program moni- tors system health information such as CPU temperature, system voltages, system power consumption, fan speed, and provides alerts via email or Simple Network Management Protocol (SNMP).

  • Page 93: 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 94 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. 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"...
  • Page 95 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 96 X10SBA/X10SBA-L 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 97: Bios 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 98 X10SBA/X10SBA-L 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 99 (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 com- munication 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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