X10DRL-i: User'S Manual

X10DRL-i
USER’S MANUAL
Revision 1.1b
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Preface
Preface
This manual is written for system integrators, IT Professionals, and

knowledgeable PC users. It provides information for the installation and use of the
X10DRL-i motherboard.
About This Motherboard

The Super X10DRL-i motherboard supports dual Intel E5-2600v3/v4 Series Proces-
sors (Socket R3) that offer new Intel Microarchitecture 22nm (E5-2600v3)/14nm
(E5-2600v4) Process Technology, delivering the best balanced solution of perfor-
mance, power efficiency, and features to address the diverse needs of next-gener-
ation data centers. With the PCH C612 built in, the X10DRL-i motherboard supports
Intel® Management Engine, MCTP Protocol, and Node Manager 3.0. This mother-
board is ideal for cost-optimized and general-purpose server platforms. Please refer
to our website (http://www.supermicro.com) for CPU and memory support updates.
Manual Organization
Chapter 1 describes the features, specifications and performance of the moth-
erboard. It also provides detailed information about the Intel PCH C612 chipset.
Chapter 2 provides hardware installation instructions. Read this chapter when in-
stalling the processor, memory modules and other hardware components into the
system. If you encounter any problems, see Chapter 3, which describes trouble-
shooting procedures for video, memory, and system setup stored in CMOS.
Chapter 4 includes an introduction to BIOS, and provides detailed information on
running the BIOS Setup utility.
Appendix A provides BIOS Error Beep Codes.
Appendix B lists Software Installation Instructions.
Appendix C contains UEFI BIOS Recovery instructions.
Appendix D provides Dual Boot Block Information.
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X10DRL-i Motherboard User’s Manual
Conventions Used in the Manual

Pay special attention to the following symbols for proper system installation:
Warning: Important information given to ensure proper system installation or to prevent
damage to the components or injury to yourself;
Note: Additional information given to ensure proper system configuration

and setup.
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Preface
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)
Website: www.supermicro.com
Europe
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Email: sales@supermicro.nl (General Information)
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Email: support@supermicro.com.tw
Website: www.supermicro.com.tw
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Table of Contents
Preface
Chapter 1 Overview
1-1 Overview.......................................................................................................... 1-1
1-2 Processor and Chipset Overview...................................................................1-11
1-3 Special Features............................................................................................ 1-12
1-4 PC Health Monitoring..................................................................................... 1-12
1-5 ACPI Features................................................................................................ 1-13
1-6 Power Supply................................................................................................. 1-13
1-7 Advanced Power Management...................................................................... 1-14
Intel® Intelligent Power Node Manager (NM) (Available when "Supermicro
Power Management (SPM)" is Installed)....................................................... 1-14
Management Engine (ME)............................................................................. 1-14
Chapter 2 Installation
2-1 Standardized Warning Statements.................................................................. 2-1
2-2 Static-Sensitive Devices................................................................................... 2-4
2-3 Processor and Heatsink Installation................................................................ 2-5
Installing the LGA2011 Processor .................................................................. 2-5
Installing a Passive CPU Heatsink.................................................................. 2-9
Removing the Heatsink.................................................................................. 2-10
2-4 Installing and Removing the Memory Modules...............................................2-11
Installing & Removing DIMMs.........................................................................2-11
DIMM Module Removal................................................................................. 2-12
2-5 Motherboard Installation................................................................................. 2-15
Tools Needed................................................................................................. 2-15
Location of Mounting Holes........................................................................... 2-15
Installing the Motherboard............................................................................. 2-16
2-6 Control Panel Connectors and I/O Ports....................................................... 2-17
Back Panel Connectors and I/O Ports........................................................... 2-17
Back Panel I/O Port Locations and Definitions ............................................ 2-17
Serial Ports................................................................................................ 2-18
Video Connection...................................................................................... 2-18
Universal Serial Bus (USB)....................................................................... 2-19
Ethernet Ports........................................................................................... 2-20
Unit Identifier Switch/UID LED Indicator................................................... 2-21
Front Control Panel........................................................................................ 2-22
Front Control Panel Pin Definitions............................................................... 2-23
NMI Button................................................................................................ 2-23
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Power LED ............................................................................................... 2-23

HDD LED/UID Switch................................................................................ 2-24
NIC1/NIC2 LED Indicators........................................................................ 2-24
Overheat (OH)/Fan Fail/PWR Fail/UID LED............................................. 2-25
Power Fail LED......................................................................................... 2-25
Reset Button ............................................................................................ 2-26
Power Button ............................................................................................ 2-26
2-7 Connecting Cables......................................................................................... 2-27
Power Connectors .................................................................................... 2-27
Fan Headers.............................................................................................. 2-28
Chassis Intrusion ...................................................................................... 2-28
Internal Speaker........................................................................................ 2-29
DOM Power Connector............................................................................. 2-29
TPM/Port 80 Header................................................................................. 2-30
Power SMB (I2C) Connector..................................................................... 2-31
IPMB.......................................................................................................... 2-31
I-SGPIO1/2 & S-SGPIO Headers.............................................................. 2-32
Standby Power Header............................................................................. 2-32
Power LED/Speaker.................................................................................. 2-33
2-8 Jumper Settings............................................................................................. 2-34
Explanation of Jumpers................................................................................. 2-34
LAN Enable/Disable.................................................................................. 2-34
CMOS Clear.............................................................................................. 2-35
Watch Dog Enable/Disable....................................................................... 2-35
VGA Enable............................................................................................... 2-36
BMC Enable ............................................................................................. 2-36
I2C Bus to PCI-Exp. Slots......................................................................... 2-37
ME Manufacturing Mode Select................................................................ 2-37
2-9 Onboard LED Indicators................................................................................ 2-38
LAN1/LAN2/IPMI_LAN LEDs.................................................................... 2-38
Onboard Power LED ................................................................................ 2-39
BMC Heartbeat LED................................................................................. 2-39
2-10 SATA Connections.......................................................................................... 2-40
SATA 3.0 Ports.......................................................................................... 2-40
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Chapter 3 Troubleshooting
3-1 Troubleshooting Procedures............................................................................ 3-1
3-2 Technical Support Procedures......................................................................... 3-4
3-3 Battery Removal and Installation..................................................................... 3-6
3-4 Frequently Asked Questions............................................................................ 3-7
3-5 Returning Merchandise for Service................................................................. 3-9
Chapter 4 BIOS
4-1 Introduction....................................................................................................... 4-1
4-2 Main Setup....................................................................................................... 4-2
4-3 Advanced Setup Configurations...................................................................... 4-4
4-4 Event Logs.....................................................................................................4-33
4-5 IPMI................................................................................................................ 4-35
4-6 Security Settings............................................................................................ 4-37
4-7 Boot Settings.................................................................................................. 4-40
4-8 Save & Exit.................................................................................................... 4-42
Appendix A BIOS Error Beep Codes
A-1 BIOS Error Beep Codes..................................................................................A-1
Appendix B Software Installation Instructions
B-1 Installing Software Programs...........................................................................B-1
B-2 Installing SuperDoctor® 5................................................................................B-2
B-3 Logging into the BMC (Baseboard Management Controller)..........................B-3
Appendix C UEFI BIOS Recovery Instructions
C-1 An Overview to the UEFI BIOS.......................................................................C-1
C-2 How to Recover the UEFI BIOS Image (-the Main BIOS Block)....................C-1
C-3 To Recover the Main BIOS Block Using a USB-Attached Device..................C-1
Appendix D Dual Boot Block
D-1 Introduction.......................................................................................................D-1
D-2 Steps to Reboot the System by Using Jumper JBR1.....................................D-2
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Chapter 1: Overview
Chapter 1
Overview
1-1 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.
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) Serial ATA cables (CBL-0044L)
• One (1) I/O Shield (MCP-260-00042-0N)
• One (1) Quick Reference Guide (MNL-1566-QRG)
Note 1: For your system to work properly, please follow the links below
to download all necessary drivers/utilities and the user's manual for your
motherboard.
• SMCI product manuals: http://www.supermicro.com/support/manuals/

• Product Drivers and utilities: http://www.supermicro.com/wftp
Note 2: For safety considerations, please refer to the complete list of safety
warnings posted on the Supermicro website at http://www.supermicro.com/
about/policies/safety_information.cfm.
If you have any questions, please contact our support team at support at super-
micro.com.
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X10DRL-i 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.
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Note: For the latest CPU/Memory updates, please refer to our website at
Chapter 1: Overview
FAN1 JPWR1
P2-DIMMG1
JPWR2
J24
COM1
P2-DIMMH1 JPI2C1
P1-DIMMA1
P1-DIMMB1
http://www.supermicro.com/products/motherboard/ for details.

IPMI_LAN
USB0/1
USB12/13
X10DRL-i
(3.0)
OPEN 1st
Rev. 1.01
LAN1
CPU2
OPEN 1st
LAN2
CLOSE 1st
CPU1
Motherboard Layout
LAN CTRL
CLOSE 1st
JUIDB1 VGA
JPL1
FAN5 FAN2
UID
FAN6
1-3
LE1
P2-DIMMF1
P2-DIMME1 P1-DIMMD1
CPU1 SLOT6 PCI-E 3.0 X8
LAN CTRL

P1-DIMMC1
FAN3
JPL2
LE2
MAC CODE
FAN4
BT1
CPU2 SLOT4 PCI-E 3.0 X4 (IN X8) J10
JI2C2
LEDM1
JI2C1
1
S-SGPIO
LICENSE
I-SGPIO1
BIOS
PCH
CPU1 SLOT3 PCI-E 3.0 X8 J23
I-SGPIO2
JWD1
BMC
LE6
JPF2
JD1
CPU1 SLOT2 PCI-E 3.0 X8 JPF1 JSTBY1 JF1
JPG1 JPB1
SP1
JBT1 USB8/9(3.0)
BIOS
JPME2
I-SATA5 I-SATA4
BAR CODE FANA
PCH SLOT1 PCI-E 2.0 IPMI CODE JTPM1 USB4
USB2/3 FANB
JSD1
X4(IN X8)
JL1
COM2 JIPMB1
S-SATA0
S-SATA2
I-SATA1
I-SATA0
S-SATA1
I-SATA3
I-SATA2
S-SATA3
X10DRL-i Quick Reference
UID USB0/1
LE1
JUIDB1 VGA COM1
JPL1
P2-DIMME1
P2-DIMMF1
USB12/13
P2-DIMMG1
P2-DIMMH1
BMC LAN CTRL (3.0)
LEDM1 JPL2 LAN2 LAN1
IPMI_LAN
FAN5
LAN CTRL
FAN6
X10DRL-i
Rev. 1.01

CPU2 SLOT4 PCI-E 3.0 X4 (IN X8)
PCH SLOT1 PCI-E 2.0 IPMI CODE JTPM1

X4(IN X8)
CPU2
JI2C2
JI2C1
JPG1
CLOSE 1st
COM2 JIPMB1
P1-DIMMB1
P1-DIMMA1
JPME2
JPB1
BIOS
LICENSE
LE6
BAR CODE
BIOS OPEN 1st
BT1
USB4
JPF1
J23
SP1
USB2/3
JPF2
CLOSE 1st
MAC CODE
I-SATA5
S-SATA3
S-SATA2
S-SATA1
PCH
JPI2C1
S-SATA0
J24
JSD1
JBT1
I-SATA4
I-SATA3 OPEN 1st
I-SATA2
I-SGPIO1
I-SGPIO2
S-SGPIO
I-SATA1
JPWR2
FAN1
I-SATA0 CPU1
JSTBY1
P1-DIMMC1
J10
1
P1-DIMMD1
FAN3
FANB
JWD1
FAN2
USB8/9(3.0)
LE2
JD1
JPWR1
FANA
FAN4
JF1
JL1
Notes:
• See Chapter 2 for detailed information on jumpers, I/O ports and JF1 front
panel connections.
• " " indicates the location of "Pin 1".
• Jumpers/LED Indicators not indicated are for internal testing only.

• Use only the correct type of onboard CMOS battery as specified by the manufac-
turer. Do not install the onboard battery upside down to avoid possible explosion.
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Chapter 1: Overview
X10DRL-i Jumpers
Jumper Description Default Setting
JBT1 Clear Onboard CMOS Battery/Reset BIOS See Chapter 2
Configuration
JI2C1/ JI2C2 SMB to PCI-E Slots Pins 2-3 (Disabled)
JPB1 BMC Enable Pins 1-2 (Enabled)
JPG1 VGA Enable Pins 1-2 (Enabled)
JPL1/JPL2 GLAN1/GLAN2 Enable Pins 1-2 (Enabled)
JPME2 ME Manufacturing Mode Select Pins 1-2 (Normal)
JWD1 Watch Dog Timer Enable Pins 1-2 (Reset)
X10DRL-i Connectors
Connectors Description
BT1 Onboard CMOS Battery (See Chpt. 3 for Used Battery Dis-
posal)
COM1/COM2 Back_panel COM Port1/Front Accessible COM2 Header
Fan1-6, FanA/B CPU/System Fan Headers
J24 24-pin ATX Main Power Connector (See Warning on Pg.
1-6.)
JD1 Speaker/Power LED
JF1 Front Panel Control Header
JIPMB1 4-pin External BMC I2C Header (for an IPMI Card)
JL1 Chassis Intrusion
JPI C1
2
Power Supply SMBbus I2C Header
JPWR1/JPWR2 12V 8-Pin Power Connectors (See Warning on Pg. 1-6.)
JSD1 SATA DOM (Device on Module) Power Connector
JSTBY1 Standby Power Connector
JTPM1 TPM (Trusted Platform Module)/Port 80 Header
JUIDB1 UID (Unit Identification) Button
LAN1/LAN2 G-bit Ethernet (GLAN) Ports 1/2
IPMI_LAN IPMI_Dedicated LAN support by the Aspeed Controller
I-SATA 0-5 SATA 3.0 Connectors supported by Intel PCH (I-SATA 0-5)
S-SATA 0-3 SATA 3.0 Connectors supported by Intel SCU (S-SATA 0-3)
(PCH) Slot1 PCI-Express 2.0 x4 in x8 Slot from Intel PCH
(CPU1) Slot2 PCI-Express 3.0 x8 Slot from CPU1
(CPU2) Slot4 PCI-Express 3.0 x4 in x8 Slot from CPU2
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I-SGPIO1/2 Seria_Link General Purpose I/O Headers 1/2 (I-SGPIO1

for I-SATA0-3, I-SGPIO2 for I-SATA4/5)
S-SGPIO Seria_Link General Purpose I/O Header (for S-SATA0-3)
SP1 Internal Speaker/Buzzer
(BP) USB 0/1 Backpanel USB 2.0 Ports 0/1
(BP) USB 12/13 (3.0) Backpanel USB 3.0 Ports 12/13
(FP) USB 2/3 Front-Accessible USB 2.0 Connection Header 2/3
(FP) USB 4 Front-Accessible Type A Connector USB 2.0 Port 4
(FP) USB 8/9 (3.0) Front-Accessible USB 3.0 Connection Header 8/9
VGA Backpanel VGA Port
X10DRL-i LED Indicators

LED Description State Status
LE1 Rear UID LED Blue: On Unit Identified
LE2 Onboard PWR LED On System Power On
LEDM1 BMC Heartbeat LED Green: Blinking BMC Normal
Warning!
To avoid damaging the power supply or the motherboard, be sure to use a power
supply that contains a 24-pin and two 8-pin power connectors. Be sure to connect the
power supply to the 24-pin power connector (J24), and two 8-pin power connectors
(JPWR1, JPWR2) on the motherboard. Failure in doing so may void the manufacturer
warranty on your power supply and motherboard.
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Chapter 1: Overview
Motherboard Features
CPU • Dual Intel® E5-2600v3/v4 Series Processors (Socket

R3-LGA 2011); each processor supports dual full-
width Intel QuickPath Interconnect (QPI) links (of up
to 9.6 GT/s one direction per QPI)
Note: E5-2600v4 requires Revision 2.0 BIOS
(or higher).
Memory • Integrated memory controller supports: Up to 512
GB of DDR4 (288-pin) Registered (RDIMM)/Load
Reduced (LRDIMM) ECC 2400/2133/1866/1600
MHz in 8 slots
Note 1: Memory speed support depends on the
CPUs installed in the system.
Note 2: For the latest CPU/memory updates,

please refer to our website at http://www.super-
micro.com/products/motherboard.
DIMM sizes
• DIMM 4GB, 8GB,16GB, 32GB, QR/LRDIMM
or 8R/LRDIMM @ 1.2V
Chipset • Intel® PCH C612
Expansion • Three (3) PCI Express 3.0 x8 slots (CPU1 Slot2/
Slots CPU1 Slot3/CPU1 Slot6),
• One (1) PCI-Express 3.0 x16 slot (CPU1 Slot5),
• One (1) PCI-Express 3.0 x4 in x8 slot (CPU2 Slot4),
• One (1) PCI-Express 2.0 x4 in x8 slot (PCH Slot1)
Graphics • Graphics Controller via Aspeed 2400 BMC
Network • Dual Intel i210 Gigabit (10/100/1000 Mb/s) single-
port Ethernet controllers for LAN 1/LAN 2 ports
• Aspeed 2400 Base-board Controller (BMC) supports
IPMI_LAN 2.0
I/O Devices SATA Connections
• SATA Ports Six (6) SATA 3.0 Ports support-
ed by Intel PCH (I-SATA 0-5),
Four (4) SATA 3.0 Ports support-
ed by Intel SCU (S-SATA 0-3)
• RAID RAID 0, 1, 5, 10
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IPMI 2.0
• IPMI 2.0 supported by Aspeed 2400
Serial (COM) Ports
• One (1) Back_panel COM Port (COM1)
• One (1) Serial Port Header (COM2)
Peripheral USB Devices
Devices • Two (2) USB 2.0 ports on the rear I/O panel (USB
0/1),
• Two (2) USB 3.0 ports on the rear I/O panel (USB
12/13)
• One (1) internal USB 2.0 header for two (2) USB front
panel support (USB 2/3)
• One (1) Type A USB 2.0 connector (USB 4)
• One (1) USB 3.0 header for two USB 3.0 connec-
tions (USB 8/9)
BIOS • 16 MB SPI AMI BIOS® SM Flash UEFI BIOS
• APCI 2.3, ACPI 2.0/3.0/4.0, USB Keyboard, Plug &
Play (PnP) and SMBIOS 2.3
Power Con- Power Connectors
nectors • One (1) 24-pin ATX main power connector (J24)
• Two (2) 8-pin 12V power connectors (JPWR1/2)
Power • ACPI Power Management
Management • Main switch override mechanism
• Power-on mode for AC power recovery
• Intel® Intelligent Power Node Manager 3.0 (Available
when the Supermicro Power Management (SPM) is
installed and special power supply used. See the
note on Page 1-14.)
• Management Engine (ME)
PC Health PC Health/CPU Monitoring
Monitoring • Onboard voltage monitoring for +3.3V, 3.3V Standby,
+5V, +5V Standby, +12V, CPU Core, Memory,
Chipset, and Battery Voltages
• CPU/System overheat LED and control
• CPU Thermal Trip support
• Status Monitor for Speed Control
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Chapter 1: Overview
• Status Monitor for On/Off Control

• CPU Thermal Design Power (TDP): support up to
145W (See Note 1 below)
Fan Control
• Fan status monitoring via IPMI connections
• Dual Cooling Zone
• Multi-speed fan control via onboard BMC
• Pulse Width Modulation (PWM) fan control
System • PECI (Platform Environment Configuration Interface)
Management 2.0 support
• UID (Unit Identification)/Remote UID
• System resource alert via SuperDoctor® 5
• SuperDoctor® 5, Watch Dog, NMI
• Chassis Intrusion Header and Detection
Dimensions • 12.00" (L) x 10.00" (W) (304.80 mm x 254.00 mm)
Note 1: CPU Maximum Thermal Design Power (TDP) is subject to chassis

and heatsink cooling restrictions. For proper thermal management, please
check the chassis and heatsink specifications for proper CPU TDP sizing.
Note 2: For IPMI Configuration Instructions, please refer to the Embedded

IPMI Configuration User's Guide available at http://www.supermicro.com/
support/manuals/.
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#2-4
#1-4 #2-3
#1-3 #2-2
(P2-DIMMH1)
#1-2
(P1-DIMMD1)
#2-1
#1-1
(P2-DIMMG1)
CPU1 CPU2
(P1-DIMMC1)
P0 P1
(P2-DIMMF1)
E5-2600(v3/v4) QPI E5-2600(v3/v4)
(P2-DIMME1)
9.6G
(P1-DIMMB1)
DDR4
(P1-DIMMA1)
SNB CORE SNB CORE
DDR4
DDR4 P1 P0 DDR4
QPI
9.6G
#3 #2B #2A #1 DMI2 #1 #2 #3A #3B DMI2
PCI-E X16
SLOT 5
PCI-E X16 G3
PCI-E X8 G3
PCI-E X4 G3
SLOT 4
PCI-E X8
SLOT 6
PCI-E X8
PCI-E X8 G3
PCI-E X8
SLOT 3
PCI-E X8 G3
SLOT 2
PCI-E X8
DMI2
4GB/s
1.05 PCH
1.05 ASW #9
1.5 PCH #8
PCI-E X8
PCI-E X4 G2 #7
#5/6/7/8
SLOT 1
PVCCIO 1.0/0.95 #6
#5
#4
#3
#2
#4 PCH (C612) #1
LAN2
I210
#0
LAN1
6.0 Gb/S
SATA
#3
I210
#2
RMII/NCSI
LAN3 RGRMII
RJ45 USB 2.0 USB
RTL8211E-VB-CG
3.3STBY:0.5A
DDR3 PCI-E X1 G2 #1 5V:1.2A
BMC 3.3V:0.1A
AST2400 3.3 STBY:0.2A
SPI USB 2.0 USB 3.0
#12 USB2.0
USB
BMC Boot Flash Idle:0.45W

<=1.758W (average) SPI TDP:6.5W (WORKSTATION)
2.3W (Peak) 5W (SERVER)
SPI USB & SATA useage different
BIOS
LPC
SPI
TPM HEADER BIOS

Debug Card HEADER
COM1 COM2
VGA CONN Connector Header
Temp Sensor FAN SPEED

W83773G CTRL FRONT PANEL
System Block Diagram
Note: This is a general block diagram and may not exactly represent the
features on your motherboard. See the Motherboard Features pages for
the actual specifications of each motherboard.
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Chapter 1: Overview
1-2 Processor and Chipset Overview

Built upon the functionality and capability of the Intel E5-2600v3/v4 Series Proces-
sors (Socket R3) and the Intel C612 PCH, the X10DRL-i motherboard provides the
best balanced solution of performance, power efficiency, and features to address
the diverse needs of next-generation computer users.
With support of new Intel Microarchitecture 22nm (E5-2600v3)/14nm (E5-2600v4)

Process Technology, the X10DRL-i dramatically increases system performance.
The PCH C612 chip provides Enterprise SMbus and MCTP support, including the
following features:
• DDR4 288-pin memory support on Socket R3

• Support for MCTP Protocol and ME
• Support of SMBus speeds of up to 1 MHz for BMC connectivity
• Improved I/O capabilities to high-storage-capacity configuration
• SPI Enhancements
• Intel® Node Manager 3.0
• BMC supports remote management, virtualization, and the security package
for enterprise platforms
Notes:
1. E5-2600v4 requires Revision 2.0 BIOS (or higher).
2. Intel Node Manager 3.0 support is dependent on the power supply

used in the system.
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1-3 Special Features
Recovery from AC Power Loss

The Basic I/O System (BIOS) provides a setting that determines 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 the power-on state. See the
Advanced BIOS Setup section for this setting. The default setting is Last State.
1-4 PC Health Monitoring

This section describes the features of PC health monitoring of the motherboard.
This motherboard has an onboard Baseboard-Management Controller (BMC) chip
that supports system health monitoring. An onboard voltage monitor will scan the
following onboard voltages continuously: +3.3V, 3.3V Standby, +5V, +5V Standby,
+12V, CPU Core, Memory, Chipset, and Battery Voltages. Once a voltage becomes
unstable, a warning is given, or an error message is sent to the screen. The user
can adjust the voltage thresholds to define the sensitivity of the voltage monitor.
Fan Status Monitor with Firmware Control

System-health monitoring support provided by the BMC controller can check the
RPM status of a cooling fan. The onboard CPU and chassis fans are controlled by
IPMI Thermal Management.
Environmental Temperature Control

System-health sensors monitor temperatures and voltage settings of onboard
processors and the system in real time via the IPMI interface. Whenever the tem-
perature of the CPU or the system exceeds a user-defined threshold, system/CPU
cooling fans will be turned on to prevent the CPU or the system from overheating.
Note: To avoid possible system overheating, please be sure to provide
adequate airflow to your system.
System Resource Alert

This feature is available when used with SuperDoctor 5 in the Windows OS or Linux
environment. SuperDoctor 5 is used to notify the user of certain system events.
For example, you can configure SuperDoctor 5 to provide you with warnings when
the system temperature, CPU temperatures, voltages, and fan speeds go beyond
a predefined range.
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Chapter 1: Overview
1-5 ACPI Features

ACPI stands for Advanced Configuration and Power Interface. The ACPI specifica-
tion defines a flexible and abstract hardware interface that provides a standard
way to integrate power management features throughout a PC system, including
its hardware, operating system and application software. This enables the system
to automatically turn on and off peripherals such as CD-ROMs, network cards, hard
disk drives and printers.
In addition to operating system-directed power management, ACPI also provides
a generic system event mechanism for Plug and Play, and an operating system-
independent interface for configuration control. ACPI leverages the Plug and Play
BIOS data structures, while providing a processor architecture-independent imple-
mentation that is compatible with Windows 2008, Windows 2008R2, Windows 2012,
and Windows 2012R2 operating systems.
1-6 Power Supply

As with all computer products, a stable power source is necessary for proper and
reliable operation. It is even more important for processors that have high CPU
clock rates.
The X10DRL-i motherboard accommodates 24-pin ATX power supplies. Although
most power supplies generally meet the specifications required by the CPU, some
are inadequate. In addition, two 12V 8-pin power connections are also required to
ensure adequate power supply to the system.
Warning! To avoid damaging the power supply or the motherboard, be sure to use a
power supply that contains a 24-pin and two 8-pin power connectors. Be sure to con-
nect the power supplies to the 24-pin power connector (J24), and the two 8-pin power
connectors (JPWR1, JPWR2) on the motherboard. Failure in doing so may void the
manufacturer warranty on your power supply and motherboard.
It is strongly recommended that you use a high quality power supply that meets ATX
power supply Specification 2.02 or above. It must also be SSI compliant. (For more
information, please refer to the website 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.
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1-7 Advanced Power Management

The following new advanced power management features are supported by this
motherboard:
Intel® Intelligent Power Node Manager (NM) (Available

when "Supermicro Power Management (SPM)" is
Installed)
The Intel® Intelligent Power Node Manager 3.0 (IPNM) provides your system with
real-time thermal control and power management for maximum energy efficiency.
Although IPNM Specification Version 2.0/3.0 is supported by the BMC (Baseboard
Management Controller), your system must also have IPNM-compatible Manage-
ment Engine (ME) firmware installed to use this feature.
Note: IPNM support is dependent on the power supply used in the system.
Management Engine (ME)

The Management Engine, which is an ARC controller embedded in the PCH, pro-
vides Server Platform Services (SPS) to your system. The services provided by
SPS are different from those provided by the ME on client platforms.
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Chapter 2: Installation
Chapter 2
Installation
2-1 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. Only certified technicians should attempt to install or configure components.
Read this section in its entirety before installing or configuring components in the
Supermicro chassis.
Battery Handling
Warning!
There is a danger of explosion if the battery is replaced incorrectly. Replace the

battery only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer.
Dispose of used batteries according to the manufacturer's instructions
電池の取り扱い
電池交換が正しく行われなかった場合、破裂の危険性があります。交換する電池はメー
カーが推奨する型、または同等のものを使用下さい。使用済電池は製造元の指示に従
って処分して下さい。
警告
电池更换不当会有爆炸危险。请只使用同类电池或制造商推荐的功能相当的电池更
换原有电池。请按制造商的说明处理废旧电池。
警告
電池更換不當會有爆炸危險。請使用製造商建議之相同或功能相當的電池更換原有
電池。請按照製造商的說明指示處理廢棄舊電池。
Warnung
Bei Einsetzen einer falschen Batterie besteht Explosionsgefahr. Ersetzen Sie die
Batterie nur durch den gleichen oder vom Hersteller empfohlenen Batterietyp.
Entsorgen Sie die benutzten Batterien nach den Anweisungen des Herstellers.
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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-
dado por el fabricante. Desechar las baterías gastadas según las instrucciones
del fabricante.
!‫אזהרה‬
‫ יש להחליף‬.‫קיימת סכנת פיצוץ של הסוללה במידה והוחלפה בדרך לא תקינה‬
.‫את הסוללה בסוג התואם מחברת יצרן מומלצת‬
.‫סילוק הסוללות המשומשות יש לבצע לפי הוראות היצרן‬
‫هناك خطر من انفجار في حالة اسحبذال البطارية بطريقة غير صحيحة فعليل‬
‫اسحبذال البطارية‬
‫فقط بنفس النىع أو ما يعادلها مما أوصث به الشرمة المصنعة‬
‫جخلص من البطاريات المسحعملة وفقا لحعليمات الشرمة الصانعة‬
경고!
배터리가 올바르게 교체되지 않으면 폭발의 위험이 있습니다. 기존 배터리와 동일

하거나 제조사에서 권장하는 동등한 종류의 배터리로만 교체해야 합니다. 제조사
의 안내에 따라 사용된 배터리를 처리하여 주십시오.
Waarschuwing
Er is ontploffingsgevaar indien de batterij verkeerd vervangen wordt. Vervang de
batterij slechts met hetzelfde of een equivalent type die door de fabrikant aan-
bevolen wordt. Gebruikte batterijen dienen overeenkomstig fabrieksvoorschriften
afgevoerd te worden.
2-2
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.
¡Advertencia!
Al deshacerse por completo de este producto debe seguir todas las leyes y regla-
mentos nacionales.
Attention
La mise au rebut ou le recyclage de ce produit sont généralement soumis à des
lois et/ou directives de respect de l'environnement. Renseignez-vous auprès de
l'organisme compétent.
‫סילוק המוצר‬
!‫אזהרה‬
.‫סילוק סופי של מוצר זה חייב להיות בהתאם להנחיות וחוקי המדינה‬
2-3
‫عند التخلص النهائي من هذا المنتج ينبغي التعامل معه وفقا لجميع القىانين واللىائح الىطنية‬
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.
2-2 Static-Sensitive Devices

Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) can damage electronic components. To avoid dam-
aging your system board, it is important to handle it very carefully. The following
measures are generally sufficient to protect your equipment from ESD.
Precautions
• Use a grounded wrist strap designed to prevent static discharge.
• Touch a grounded metal object before removing the board from the antistatic
bag.
• Handle the motherboard by its edges only; do not touch its components, periph-
eral chips, memory modules or gold contacts.
• When handling chips or modules, avoid touching their pins.

• Put the motherboard and peripherals back into their antistatic bags when not
in use.
• For grounding purposes, make sure that your system chassis provides excellent
conductivity between the power supply, the case, the mounting fasteners and
the motherboard.
Unpacking
The motherboard is shipped in antistatic packaging to avoid static damage.
When unpacking the motherboard, make sure that the person handling it is static
protected.
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2-3 Processor and Heatsink Installation

Warning: When handling the processor package, avoid placing direct pressure on
the label area.
Notes:
Always connect the power cord last, and always remove it before adding,
removing or changing any hardware components. Make sure that you in-
stall the processor into the CPU socket before you install the CPU heatsink.
If you buy a CPU separately, make sure that you use an Intel-certified
multi-directional heatsink only.
Make sure to install the motherboard into the chassis before you install
the CPU heatsink.
When receiving a motherboard without a processor pre-installed, make

sure that the plastic CPU socket cap is in place and none of the socket
pins are bent; otherwise, contact your retailer immediately.
Refer to the Supermicro website for updates on CPU support.
Installing the LGA2011 Processor

1. There are two load levers on the LGA2011 socket. To open the socket cover,
first press and release the load lever labeled 'Open 1st'.
1 2
OP
OP EN
EN 1st
1st
Press down
on Load Lever
labeled 'Open 1st'.
Note: All graphics, drawings and pictures shown in this manual are for il-
lustration only. The components that came with your machine may or may
not look exactly the same as those shown in this manual.
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2. Press the second load lever labeled 'Close 1st' to release the load plate that
covers the CPU socket from its locking position.
Press down on Load Pull lever away from

1 Lever 'Close 1st' 2 the socket
OP
OP EN
EN 1st
1st
3. With the lever labelled 'Close 1st' fully retracted, gently push down on the
lever labelled 'Open 1st' to open the load plate. Lift the load plate to open it
completely.
Gently push
down to pop the
1 load plate open. 2
OP
EN
1st
Note: All graphics, drawings and pictures shown in this manual are for il-
lustration only. The components that came with your machine may or may
not look exactly the same as those shown in this manual.
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4. Use your thumb and the index finger to loosen the lever and open the load
plate.
5. Using your thumb and index finger, hold the CPU on its edges. Align the CPU
keys, which are semi-circle cutouts, against the socket keys.
Socket Keys
CPU Keys
6. Once they are aligned, carefully lower the CPU straight down into the socket.
(Do not drop the CPU on the socket. Do not move the CPU horizontally or
vertically. Do not rub the CPU against the surface or against any pins of the
socket to avoid damaging the CPU or the socket.)
Warning: You can only install the CPU

inside the socket in one direction. Make
sure that it is properly inserted into the
CPU socket before closing the load
plate. If it doesn't close properly, do not
force it as it may damage your CPU.
Instead, open the load plate again to
make sure that the CPU is aligned
properly.
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7. With the CPU inside the socket, inspect the four corners of the CPU to make
sure that the CPU is properly installed.
8. Close the load plate with the CPU inside the socket. Lock the lever labelled
'Close 1st' first, then lock the lever labelled 'Open 1st' second. Using your
thumb gently push the load levers down to the lever locks.
1 Gently close
the load plate.
2 Push down and lock the
lever labelled 'Close 1st'.
OP
EN
1st
3 4
Lever Lock Push down and
lock the lever
labelled 'Open
1st'.
OP
EN
1st
OP
EN
1st
Lever Lock
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Installing a Passive CPU Heatsink

1. Do not apply any thermal grease to the heatsink or the CPU die -- the re-
quired amount has already been applied.
2. Place the heatsink on top of the CPU so that the four mounting holes are
aligned with those on the Motherboard and the Heatsink Bracket underneath.
3. Screw in two diagonal screws (i.e., the #1 and the #2 screws) until just snug
(-do not over-tighten the screws to avoid possible damage to the CPU.)
4. Finish the installation by fully tightening all four screws.
Screw#1 Screw#2
Motherboard
OP
EN
Mounting Holes
1s
t
Note: For optimized airflow, please follow your chassis airflow direction
to install the correct CPU heatsink direction. Graphic drawings included
in this manual are for reference only. They might look different from the
components installed in your system.
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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 uninstall
the heatsink to prevent damage done to the CPU or the CPU socket.
1. Unscrew the heatsink screws from the motherboard in the sequence as

shown in the illustration below.
2. Gently wriggle the heatsink to loosen it from the CPU. (Do not use excessive
force when wriggling the heatsink!)
3. Once the CPU is loosened from the socket, remove the CPU from the CPU
socket.
4. Remove the used thermal grease and clean the surface of the CPU and the
heatsink, Reapply the proper amount of thermal grease on the surface before
reinstalling the CPU and the heatsink.
Loosen screws
in sequence as
shown.
Screw#4
Screw#1
Screw#2
Motherboard
Screw#3
Note: For optimized airflow, please follow your chassis airflow direction
to install the correct CPU heatsink direction. Graphic drawings included
in this manual are for reference only. They might look different from the
components installed in your system.
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2-4 Installing and Removing the Memory Modules
Note: Check Supermicro's website for recommended memory modules.
CAUTION
Exercise extreme care when installing or removing DIMM
modules to prevent any possible damage.
Installing & Removing DIMMs

1. Insert the desired number of DIMMs into the memory slots, starting with
DIMM A1. (For best performance, please use the memory modules of the
same type and speed in the same bank.)
2. Push the release tabs outwards on both ends of the DIMM slot to unlock it.
X10DRL-i
Rev. 1.01
Notches
Release Tabs
3. Align the key of the DIMM module with the receptive point on the memory
slot.
4. Align the notches on both ends of the module against the receptive points on
the ends of the slot.
5. Use two thumbs together to press the notches on both ends of the module
straight down into the slot until the module snaps into place.
6. Press the release tabs to the locking positions to secure the DIMM module
into the slot.
Press both notches straight

down into the memory slot at
the same time.
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DIMM Module Removal

Press the release tabs on both ends of
the DIMM socket to release the DIMM
module from the socket as shown in
the drawing on the right.
Warnings: 1. Please do not use excessive force when pressing the release tabs on
the ends of the DIMM socket to avoid causing any damage to the DIMM module or
the DIMM socket. 2. Please handle DIMM modules with care. Carefully follow all the
instructions given on Page 1 of this chapter to prevent ESD-related damages to your
memory modules or components.
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Memory Support for the X10DRL-i Motherboard

The X10DRL-i Motherboard supports up to 512 GB of DDR4 Registered (RDIMM)/
Load Reduced (LRDIMM) ECC 2400/2133/1866/1600 MHz memory modules in
eight DIMM slots. Memory speed support is pending on the processors used in the
system. For the latest memory updates, please refer to our website a at http://www.
supermicro.com/products/motherboard.
Processor & Memory Module Population Configuration

For memory to work properly, follow the tables below for memory installation.
Processors and their Corresponding Memory Modules

CPU# Corresponding DIMM Modules
CPU 1 P1-DIMMA1 P1-DIMMB1 P1-DIMMC1 P1-DIMMD1
CPU 2 P2-DIMME1 P2-DIMMF1 P2-DIMMG1 P2-DIMMH1
Populating RDIMM/LRDIMM DDR4 Memory Modules for the E5-

2600v3-based Motherboard
Speed (MT/s);
Voltage (V);
Slot Per Channel
(SPC) and DIMM Per
Ranks Per DIMM Capacity Channel (DPC)
DIMM and (GB)
Type
Data 1 Slot Per Channel
Width
1DPC
4Gb 8Gb 1.2V
RDIMM SRx4 8GB 16GB 2133
RDIMM DRx8 8GB 16GB 2133
LRDIMM QRx4 32GB 64GB 2133
LRDIMM
† 8Rx4 64GB 128GB 2133
3DS
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Populating RDIMM/LRDIMM DDR4 Memory Modules for the E5-

2600v4-based Motherboard
Speed (MT/s);
Voltage (V);
Slot Per Channel
(SPC) and DIMM Per
Ranks Per DIMM Capacity Channel (DPC)
DIMM and (GB)
Type
Data 1 Slot Per Channel
Width
1DPC
4Gb 8Gb 1.2V
LRDIMM QRx4 32GB 64GB 2400
LRDIMM
8Rx4 64GB 128GB 2400
3DS
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2-5 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. Make sure that the metal standoffs click in or are screwed in tightly.
Then use a screwdriver to secure the motherboard onto the motherboard tray.
Tools Needed
• Phillips Screwdriver
• Pan head screws (8 pieces)
• Standoffs (8 pieces, if needed)
Location of Mounting Holes
There are eight (8) mounting holes on this motherboard indicated by the arrows.
UID USB0/1
LE1
JUIDB1 VGA COM1

JPL1
P2-DIMME1
P2-DIMMF1
USB12/13
P2-DIMMG1
P2-DIMMH1
BMC LAN CTRL (3.0)
IPMI_LAN
FAN5
LAN CTRL
FAN6
X10DRL-i
Rev. 1.01

X4(IN X8)
CPU2
JI2C2
JI2C1
JPG1
CLOSE 1st
COM2 JIPMB1
P1-DIMMB1
P1-DIMMA1
JPME2
JPB1
BIOS
LICENSE
LE6
BAR CODE
BIOS OPEN 1st
BT1
USB4
JPF1
J23
SP1
USB2/3
JPF2
CLOSE 1st
MAC CODE
I-SATA5
S-SATA3
S-SATA2
S-SATA1
PCH
JPI2C1
S-SATA0
J24
JSD1
JBT1
I-SATA4
I-SATA3 OPEN 1st
I-SATA2
I-SGPIO1
I-SGPIO2
S-SGPIO
I-SATA1
JPWR2
FAN1
I-SATA0 CPU1
JSTBY1
P1-DIMMC1
J10
1
P1-DIMMD1
FAN3
FANB
JWD1
FAN2
USB8/9(3.0)
LE2
JD1
JPWR1
FANA
FAN4
JF1
JL1
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. 2) Some components are very close to the mounting holes. Please take
precautionary measures to avoid damaging these components when installing the
motherboard to the chassis.
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Installing the Motherboard

1. Install the I/O shield into the chassis.
2. Locate the mounting holes on the motherboard.
3. Locate the matching mounting holes on the chassis. Align the mounting holes
on the motherboard against the mounting holes on the chassis.
4. Install standoffs in the chassis as needed.
5. Install the motherboard into the chassis carefully to avoid damaging mother-
board components.
6. Using the Phillips screwdriver, insert a Pan head #6 screw into a mounting
hole on the motherboard and its matching mounting hole on the chassis.
7. Repeat Step 5 to insert #6 screws into all mounting holes.
8. Make sure that the motherboard is securely placed in the chassis.
Note: Images displayed are for illustration only. Your chassis or compo-
nents might look different from those shown in this manual.
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2-6 Control Panel Connectors and I/O Ports
The I/O ports are color coded in conformance with the industry standards. See
the picture below for the colors and locations of the various I/O ports.
Back Panel Connectors and I/O Ports
UID USB0/1
LE1
JUIDB1 VGA COM1

JPL1
P2-DIMME1
P2-DIMMF1
USB12/13
P2-DIMMG1
P2-DIMMH1
BMC LAN CTRL
JPL2 LAN2 LAN1 (3.0)
4
LEDM1 IPMI_LAN
FAN5
LAN CTRL
FAN6
X10DRL-i
Rev. 1.01

X4(IN X8)
CPU2
6
JI2C2
JI2C1
JPG1
CLOSE 1st
COM2
JIPMB1
P1-DIMMB1
P1-DIMMA1
JPME2
JPB1
BIOS
LICENSE
LE6
BAR CODE
BIOS OPEN 1st
BT1 1 3 5 7 8 9 10
USB4
JPF1
2
J23
SP1
USB2/3
JPF2
CLOSE 1st
MAC CODE
I-SATA5
S-SATA3
S-SATA2
S-SATA1
PCH
JPI2C1
S-SATA0
J24
JSD1
JBT1
I-SATA4
I-SATA3 OPEN 1st
I-SATA2
I-SGPIO1
I-SGPIO2
S-SGPIO
I-SATA1
JPWR2
FAN1
I-SATA0 CPU1
JSTBY1
P1-DIMMC1
J10
1
P1-DIMMD1
FAN3
FANB
JWD1
FAN2
USB8/9(3.0)
LE2
JD1
JPWR1
FANA
FAN4
JF1
JL1
Back Panel I/O Port Locations and Definitions
1. COM Port 1
2. Back Panel USB 2.0 Port 0
4. IPMI_Dedicated LAN
7. Gigabit LAN 1
8. Gigabit LAN 2
9. Back Panel VGA (Blue)
10. UID Button/UID LED (LE1) (on
the motherboard)
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Serial Ports Serial (COM) Ports

Pin Definitions
Two COM connections (COM1 &
COM1
Pin # Definition Pin # Definition
COM2) are located on the mother-
1 DCD 6 DSR
board. COM1 is located on the I/O
2 RXD 7 RTS
back panel. COM2, located next to
3 TXD 8 CTS
PCH PCI-E Slot1, provides front access
4 DTR 9 RI
support. See the table on the right for
5 Ground 10 N/A
pin definitions.
1 2
COM1
COM2
COM2
Video Connection
A Video (VGA) port is located next to
LAN2 on the I/O back panel. Refer
to the board layout below for the
location.
UID USB0/1
1. COM1
LE1
JUIDB1 VGA COM1

JPL1
P2-DIMME1
P2-DIMMF1
USB12/13
P2-DIMMG1
P2-DIMMH1
BMC LAN CTRL (3.0)

LAN2 LAN1
2. COM2
LEDM1 JPL2
IPMI_LAN
FAN5
LAN CTRL
FAN6
X10DRL-i
Rev. 1.01

X4(IN X8)
CPU2
3. VGA
JI2C2
JI2C1
2
JPG1
CLOSE 1st
COM2
JIPMB1
P1-DIMMB1
P1-DIMMA1
JPME2
JPB1
BIOS
LE1
LICENSE
LE6
BAR CODE
BIOS OPEN 1st
BT1
USB4
JPF1
J23
SP1
USB2/3
JPF2
CLOSE 1st
P2-DIMME1
P2-DIMMF1
MAC CODE
I-SATA5
S-SATA3
S-SATA2
BMC LAN CTRL

S-SATA1
PCH
JPI2C1
S-SATA0
J24
JPL2
JSD1
JBT1
LEDM1
I-SATA4
I-SATA3 OPEN 1st
I-SATA2
I-SGPIO1
I-SGPIO2
S-SGPIO
I-SATA1
JPWR2
FAN1
I-SATA0 CPU1
JSTBY1
P1-DIMMC1
J10
1
P1-DIMMD1
FAN3
FANB
JWD1
FAN2
USB8/9(3.0)
LE2
1 3
JD1
JPWR1
FANA
FAN4
JF1
JL1
2-18
CPU1 S
CPU2 S
PCH SLO
CPU1 S
CPU1 S
CPU1 S
X4(IN X
Universal Serial Bus (USB) Back Panel USB (2.0) 0/1

Pin Definitions
Two USB 2.0 ports (USB 0/1) and two
Pin# Definition Pin# Definition
USB 3.0 ports (USB12/13) are located
1 +5V 5 +5V
on the I/O back panel on motherboard.
2 USB_PN0 6 USB_PN1
In addition, an internal USB header
3 USB_PP0 7 USB_PP1
(USB 2/3) and a Type A USB connec-
4 Ground 8 Ground
tor (USB 4) provide a total of three
USB 2.0 connections (USB 2/3, 4) for Front Panel USB (2.0) 2/3
Pin Definitions
front panel support. A USB 3.0 header,
located next to the Front Panel Control
1 +5V 2 +5V
(JF1), provides two front USB 3.0 con-
3 USB_PN2 4 USB_PN3
nections (USB 8/9). (Cables are not
5 USB_PP2 6 USB_PP3
included). See the tables on the right
7 Ground 8 Ground
and below for pin definitions.
9 Key 10 No Connec-
tion
USB (3.0) USB 8/9, USB 12/13 USB (2.0) USB 4

Pin Definitions Pin Definitions
Pin# Description Pin# Description Pin# Description
1 USB3.0_Front_VCC 1 +5V
2 USB3_RE_RXN6 19 USB3.0_Front_VCC 2 USB_PN4
3 USB3_RE_RXP6 18 USB3_RE_RXN5 3 USB_PP4
4 Ground 17 USB3_RE_RXP5 4 Ground
5 USB3_RE_TXN6 16 Ground
6 USB3_RE_TXP6 15 USB3_RE_TXN5
7 Ground 14 USB3_RE_TXP5
8 USB2_N8 13 Ground
9 USB2_P8 12 USB2_N9
10 Ground 11 USB2_P9
1. Backpanel USB0 (USB2.0)
5. FP USB 2/3 (USB2.0)
UID USB0/1
LE1
JUIDB1 VGA COM1

JPL1
P2-DIMME1
P2-DIMMF1
USB12/13
P2-DIMMG1
P2-DIMMH1
BMC LAN CTRL
6. FP USB 4 (USB2.0)
LEDM1 JPL2 LAN2 LAN1 (3.0)
IPMI_LAN
FAN5
LAN CTRL
FAN6
X10DRL-i
Rev. 1.01

X4(IN X8)
CPU2
7. FP USB 8/9 (USB 3.0)

JI2C2
JI2C1
JPG1
CLOSE 1st
COM2 JIPMB1
P1-DIMMB1
P1-DIMMA1
JPME2
JPB1
BIOS
LICENSE
LE6
BAR CODE
BIOS
4
OPEN 1st
6 BT1
USB4
JPF1
5
J23
SP1
USB2/3
JPF2
CLOSE 1st
MAC CODE
I-SATA5
S-SATA3
S-SATA2
S-SATA1
PCH
JPI2C1
S-SATA0
2 3
J24
7
JSD1
JBT1
I-SATA4
I-SATA3 OPEN 1st
I-SATA2
I-SGPIO1
I-SGPIO2
S-SGPIO
I-SATA1
JPWR2
FAN1
1
I-SATA0 CPU1
JSTBY1
P1-DIMMC1
J10
1
P1-DIMMD1
FAN3
FANB
JWD1
FAN2
USB8/9(3.0)
LE2
JD1
JPWR1
FANA
FAN4
JF1
JL1
2-19
Ethernet Ports LAN Ports

Pin Definition
Two Gigabit Ethernet ports (LAN1,
LAN2) are located on the I/O back
1 Ground 9 TD1+
panel on the motherboard. These
2 VCC 10 TD1-
ethernet ports support Gigabit LANs
3 TD4+ 11 Link 1000 LED
on the motherboard. In addition, an (Orange)
IPMI_Dedicated LAN is located above
4 TD4- 12 Link 100 LED
USB 0/1 ports on the back panel. All (Green)
these ports accept RJ45 type cables. 5 TD3+ 13 Act LED (Yellow+)
Please refer to the LED Indicator Sec- 6 TD3- 14 Act LED (Yellow-)
tion for LAN LED information. 7 TD2+ 15 Ground
8 TD2- 16 Ground
1. GLAN1
UID USB0/1 2. GLAN2
LE1
JUIDB1 VGA COM1

JPL1
3. IPMI_LAN
P2-DIMME1
P2-DIMMF1
USB12/13
P2-DIMMG1
P2-DIMMH1
BMC LAN CTRL (3.0)

IPMI_LAN
FAN5
LAN CTRL
FAN6
X10DRL-i
Rev. 1.01

X4(IN X8)
CPU2
JI2C2
JI2C1
JPG1
CLOSE 1st
COM2 JIPMB1
P1-DIMMB1
P1-DIMMA1
JPME2
JPB1
BIOS
LICENSE
LE6
3
BAR CODE
BIOS OPEN 1st
BT1
USB4
JPF1
J23
SP1
USB2/3
JPF2
CLOSE 1st
MAC CODE
I-SATA5
S-SATA3
S-SATA2
S-SATA1
PCH
JPI2C1
S-SATA0
J24
JSD1
JBT1
I-SATA4
I-SATA3 OPEN 1st
I-SATA2
I-SGPIO1
I-SGPIO2
S-SGPIO
1 2
I-SATA1
JPWR2
FAN1
I-SATA0 CPU1
JSTBY1
P1-DIMMC1
J10
1
P1-DIMMD1
FAN3
FANB
JWD1
FAN2
USB8/9(3.0)
LE2
JD1
JPWR1
FANA
FAN4
JF1
JL1
2-20
Unit Identifier Switch/UID LED Indicator UID Switch
A Unit Identifier (UID) switch and an LED In- Pin# Definition
dicator are located on the motherboard. The 1 Ground
rear UID switch is located next to the VGA 2 Ground

port on the back panel. The front UID switch 3 Button In
is located on Pin 13 on the Front Panel 4 Button In
Control (JF1). The rear UID LED (LE1) is
UID LED
located next to the UID switch and the front Status
UID LED is located on Pins 7 on JF1. When Color/State Status
you press the UID switch, the UID LED will Blue: On Unit Identified
be turned on. Press the UID switch again to 20 19
turn off the LED indicator. The UID Indicator Ground NMI
provides easy identification of a system unit X X
that may be in need of service. FP PWRLED 3.3 V
HDD LED UID Switch 4

Note: UID can also be triggered via NIC1 Link LED NIC1 Activity LED
IPMI on the motherboard. For more NIC2 Link LED NIC2 Activity LED
information on IPMI, please refer to OH/Fan Fail/

PWR Fail LED)
UID LED
3
the IPMI User's Guide posted on Power Fail LED 3.3V
our website at http://www.super- Ground Reset Reset Button
micro.com. Ground PWR Power Button

2 1
1 UID USB0/1
2
LE1
1. UID Button
JUIDB1 VGA COM1
JPL1
P2-DIMME1
P2-DIMMF1
USB12/13
P2-DIMMG1
P2-DIMMH1
BMC LAN CTRL (3.0)

IPMI_LAN
2. Rear UID LED

FAN5
LAN CTRL
FAN6
X10DRL-i
Rev. 1.01

X4(IN X8)
CPU2
3. Front UID LED

JI2C2
JI2C1
JPG1
CLOSE 1st
COM2 JIPMB1
4. Front UID Switch

P1-DIMMB1
P1-DIMMA1
JPME2
JPB1
BIOS
LICENSE
LE6
BAR CODE
BIOS OPEN 1st
BT1
USB4
JPF1
J23
SP1
USB2/3
JPF2
CLOSE 1st
MAC CODE
I-SATA5
S-SATA3
S-SATA2
S-SATA1
PCH
JPI2C1
S-SATA0
J24
JSD1
JBT1
I-SATA4
I-SATA3 OPEN 1st
I-SATA2
I-SGPIO1
I-SGPIO2
S-SGPIO
I-SATA1
JPWR2
FAN1
I-SATA0 CPU1
JSTBY1
P1-DIMMC1
J10
1
P1-DIMMD1
FAN3
FANB
JWD1
FAN2
USB8/9(3.0)
LE2
JD1
JPWR1
FANA
FAN4
JF1
JL1
2-21
Front Control Panel

JF1 contains header pins for various buttons and indicators that are normally lo-
cated on a control panel at the front of the chassis. These connectors are designed
specifically for use with Supermicro's server chassis. See the figure below for the
descriptions of the various control panel buttons and LED indicators. Refer to the
following section for descriptions and pin definitions.
JF1 Header Pins

UID USB0/1
LE1
JUIDB1 VGA COM1
JPL1
P2-DIMME1
P2-DIMMF1
USB12/13
P2-DIMMG1
P2-DIMMH1
BMC LAN CTRL (3.0)
IPMI_LAN
FAN5
LAN CTRL
FAN6
X10DRL-i
CPU1 SLOT6 PCI-E 3.0 X8 Rev. 1.01

X4(IN X8)
CPU2
JI2C2
JI2C1
JPG1
CLOSE 1st
COM2 JIPMB1
P1-DIMMB1
P1-DIMMA1
JPME2
JPB1
BIOS
LICENSE
LE6
BAR CODE
BIOS OPEN 1st
BT1
USB4
JPF1
J23
SP1
USB2/3
JPF2
CLOSE 1st
MAC CODE
I-SATA5
S-SATA3
S-SATA2
S-SATA1
PCH
JPI2C1
S-SATA0
J24
JSD1
JBT1
I-SATA4
I-SATA3 OPEN 1st
I-SATA2
I-SGPIO1
I-SGPIO2
S-SGPIO
I-SATA1 JPWR2
FAN1
I-SATA0 CPU1
JSTBY1
P1-DIMMC1
J10
1
P1-DIMMD1
FAN3
FANB
JWD1
FAN2
USB8/9(3.0)
LE2
JD1
JPWR1
FANA
FAN4
JF1
JL1
20 19
Ground NMI
X X
FP PWRLED 3.3 V
HDD LED UID Switch
NIC1 Link LED NIC1 Activity LED
OH/Fan Fail/ UID LED

PWR Fail LED)
Power Fail LED 3.3V
Ground Reset Reset Button
Ground PWR Power Button

2 1
2-22
Front Control Panel Pin Definitions

NMI Button NMI Button
Pin Definitions (JF1)
The non-maskable interrupt button
Pin# Definition
header is located on pins 19 and 20
19 Control
of JF1. Refer to the table on the right
20 Ground
for pin definitions.
Power LED Power LED

The Power LED connection is located
Pin# Definition
on pins 15 and 16 of JF1. Refer to the
15 3.3V
table on the right for pin definitions.
16 PWR LED
A. NMI
B. PWR LED
20 19
NMI A
UID USB0/1
Ground
LE1
JUIDB1 VGA COM1

JPL1
P2-DIMME1
P2-DIMMF1
USB12/13
P2-DIMMG1
P2-DIMMH1
BMC LAN CTRL

IPMI_LAN X X
FAN5
LAN CTRL
FAN6
X10DRL-i
B FP PWRLED
Rev. 1.01

X4(IN X8)
CPU2
3.3 V
JI2C2
JI2C1
JPG1
CLOSE 1st
COM2 JIPMB1
HDD LED UID Switch

P1-DIMMB1
P1-DIMMA1
JPME2
JPB1
BIOS
LICENSE NIC1 Link LED NIC1 Activity LED
LE6
BAR CODE
BIOS OPEN 1st
BT1 NIC2 Link LED NIC2 Activity LED

USB4
JPF1
OH/Fan Fail/
J23
SP1 UID LED

USB2/3
JPF2
CLOSE 1st
PWR Fail LED)

MAC CODE
I-SATA5
S-SATA3
S-SATA2 Power Fail LED 3.3V
S-SATA1
PCH
JPI2C1
S-SATA0
J24
JSD1
JBT1
Reset
I-SATA4
I-SATA3 OPEN 1st

Ground Reset Button
I-SATA2
I-SGPIO1
I-SGPIO2
S-SGPIO
I-SATA1
JPWR2
FAN1
I-SATA0 CPU1
JSTBY1
P1-DIMMC1
J10
Power Button
P1-DIMMD1
Ground PWR
FAN3
FANB
JWD1
FAN2
USB8/9(3.0)
LE2
JD1
JPWR1
FANA
FAN4
2 1
JF1
JL1
2-23
HDD LED/UID Switch HDD LED/UID Switch

The HDD LED/UID Switch connection
Pin# Definition
is located on pins 13 and 14 of JF1.
13 UID Switch
Attach a cable to Pin 14 to show HDD
14 HD Active
activity status. Attach a cable to Pin 13
to use UID switch. See the table on
the right for pin definitions.
NIC1/NIC2 LED Indicators GLAN1/2 LED

The NIC (Network Interface Control-
Pin# Definition
ler) LED connection for LAN port 1 is
9 NIC 2 Activity LED
located on pins 11 and 12 of JF1, and
10 NIC 2 Link LED
the LED connection for LAN Port 2 is
11 NIC 1 Activity LED
on Pins 9 and 10. Attach the NIC LED
12 NIC 1 Link LED
cables here to display network activity.
Refer to the table on the right for pin
definitions.
A. HDD LED/UID Switch

B. NIC1 LED
C. NIC2 LED
20 19
Ground NMI
UID USB0/1
LE1
JUIDB1 VGA COM1

JPL1
X X
P2-DIMME1
P2-DIMMF1
USB12/13
P2-DIMMG1
P2-DIMMH1
BMC LAN CTRL (3.0)

IPMI_LAN
FAN5
LAN CTRL
FAN6
X10DRL-i FP PWRLED 3.3 V

Rev. 1.01

X4(IN X8)
CPU2
JI2C2
JI2C1
UID Switch
A HDD LED
JPG1
CLOSE 1st
COM2 JIPMB1
P1-DIMMB1
P1-DIMMA1
B NIC1 Link LED NIC1 Activity LED

JPME2
JPB1
BIOS
LICENSE
LE6
BAR CODE
BIOS
C NIC2 Link LED NIC2 Activity LED

OPEN 1st
BT1
USB4
OH/Fan Fail/ UID LED

JPF1
J23
SP1
USB2/3
PWR Fail LED)

JPF2
CLOSE 1st
MAC CODE
I-SATA5
S-SATA3
S-SATA2 Power Fail LED 3.3V
S-SATA1
PCH
JPI2C1
S-SATA0
J24
JSD1
Reset
JBT1
Reset Button
I-SATA4
I-SATA3 OPEN 1st

Ground
I-SATA2
I-SGPIO1
I-SGPIO2
S-SGPIO
I-SATA1
JPWR2
FAN1
I-SATA0 CPU1
JSTBY1
P1-DIMMC1
J10
Power Button
P1-DIMMD1
Ground PWR
FAN3
FANB
JWD1
FAN2
USB8/9(3.0)
LE2
JD1
JPWR1
FANA
FAN4
2 1
JF1
JL1
2-24
Overheat (OH)/Fan Fail/PWR Fail/ OH/Fan Fail/ PWR Fail/Blue_UID LED

UID LED Pin Definitions (JF1)
Connect an LED cable to pins 7 and Pin# Definition
8 of Front Control Panel to use the 7 Blue_UID LED
Overheat/Fan Fail/Power Fail and 8 OH/Fan Fail/Power Fail
UID LED connections. The Red LED OH/Fan Fail/PWR Fail

on pin 8 provides warnings of over- LED Status (Red LED)
heat, fan failure or power failure. The State Definition
Blue LED on pin 7 works as the front Off Normal
panel UID LED indicator. Refer to the On Overheat
table on the right for pin definitions. Flashing Fan Fail
Power Fail LED PWR Fail LED

The Power Fail LED connection is
Pin# Definition
located on pins 5 and 6 of JF1. Re-
5 3.3V
fer to the table on the right for pin
6 PWR Supply Fail
definitions.
A. OH/Fail/PWR Fail LED/UID LED

B. PWR Supply Fail
20 19
UID USB0/1
Ground NMI
LE1
JUIDB1 VGA COM1

JPL1
P2-DIMME1
P2-DIMMF1
USB12/13
P2-DIMMG1
P2-DIMMH1
BMC LAN CTRL

IPMI_LAN X X
FAN5
LAN CTRL
FAN6
X10DRL-i
Rev. 1.01

X4(IN X8)
CPU2
FP PWRLED 3.3 V
JI2C2
JI2C1
JPG1
CLOSE 1st
COM2 JIPMB1
HDD LED UID Switch

P1-DIMMB1
P1-DIMMA1
JPME2
JPB1
BIOS
LICENSE NIC1 Link LED NIC1 Activity LED
LE6
BAR CODE
BIOS OPEN 1st

USB4
JPF1
J23
SP1
A OH/Fan Fail/ UID LED
USB2/3
JPF2
CLOSE 1st
PWR Fail LED)

MAC CODE
I-SATA5
S-SATA3
S-SATA2
S-SATA1
PCH
B Power Fail LED 3.3V
JPI2C1
S-SATA0
J24
JSD1
JBT1
I-SATA4
I-SATA3
Reset Reset Button
OPEN 1st
I-SATA2 Ground
I-SGPIO1
I-SGPIO2
S-SGPIO
I-SATA1
JPWR2
FAN1
I-SATA0 CPU1
JSTBY1
P1-DIMMC1
J10
1
P1-DIMMD1
FAN3
Power Button
FANB
JWD1
Ground PWR
FAN2
USB8/9(3.0)
LE2
JD1
JPWR1
FANA
FAN4
JF1
JL1
2 1
2-25
Reset Button Reset Button

The Reset Button connection is located
Pin# Definition
on pins 3 and 4 of JF1. Attach it to a
3 Reset
hardware reset switch on the computer
4 Ground
case. Refer to the table on the right for
pin definitions.
Power Button Power Button

The Power Button connection is located
Pin# Definition
on pins 1 and 2 of JF1. Momentarily
contacting both pins will power on/off 1 Signal
the system. This button can also be con- 2 Ground
figured to function as a suspend button

(with a setting in the BIOS - See Chapter
4). To turn off the power when the system
is in suspend mode, press the button for
4 seconds or longer. Refer to the table on
the right for pin definitions.
A. Reset Button
B. PWR Button
20 19
UID USB0/1 Ground NMI
LE1
JUIDB1 VGA COM1

JPL1
X X
P2-DIMME1
P2-DIMMF1
USB12/13
P2-DIMMG1
P2-DIMMH1
BMC LAN CTRL (3.0)

IPMI_LAN
FAN5
LAN CTRL
FAN6
X10DRL-i
Rev. 1.01
FP PWRLED 3.3 V

X4(IN X8)
CPU2
JI2C2
JI2C1
JPG1
CLOSE 1st
COM2 JIPMB1
HDD LED UID Switch

P1-DIMMB1
P1-DIMMA1
JPME2
JPB1
BIOS
LICENSE
LE6
BAR CODE
BIOS OPEN 1st

USB4
JPF1
OH/Fan Fail/
J23
SP1
UID LED
USB2/3
JPF2
CLOSE 1st
PWR Fail LED)

MAC CODE
I-SATA5
S-SATA3
S-SATA2
Power Fail LED 3.3V
A
S-SATA1
PCH
JPI2C1
S-SATA0
J24
JSD1
JBT1
I-SATA4
I-SATA3
I-SATA2
OPEN 1st
Ground Reset Reset Button

I-SGPIO1
I-SGPIO2
S-SGPIO
B
I-SATA1
JPWR2
FAN1
I-SATA0 CPU1
JSTBY1
P1-DIMMC1
J10
1
P1-DIMMD1
FAN3
Power Button
FANB
JWD1
Ground PWR
FAN2
USB8/9(3.0)
LE2
JD1
JPWR1
FANA
FAN4
JF1
JL1
2 1
2-26
2-7 Connecting Cables
Power Connectors ATX Power 24-pin Connector

Pin Definitions (JPW1)
A 24-pin main power supply connector
Pin# Definition Pin # Definition
(J24), and two 8-pin CPU power connec-
13 +3.3V 1 +3.3V
tors (JPWR1/JPWR2) are located on the
14 -12V (NC) 2 +3.3V
motherboard. These power connectors
15 GND 3 GND
meet the SSI EPS 12V specification and
16 PS_ON 4 +5V
must be connected to your power supply
17 GND 5 GND
to provide adequate power to the system.
18 GND 6 +5V
See the tables on the right for pin defini-
19 GND 7 GND
tions.
20 Res (NC) 8 PWR_OK
Warning: To provide adequate power supply
21 +5V 9 5VSB
to the motherboard, be sure to connect the
22 +5V 10 +12V
24-pin ATX PWR (J24), and the two 8-pin
23 +5V 11 +12V
PWR connectors (JPWR1, JPWR2) to the
24 GND 12 +3.3V
power supply. Failure to do so may void the
manufacturer warranty on your power supply 12V 8-pin Power Connec-
tor Pin Definitions
and motherboard.
Pins Definition
1 through 4 Ground
5 through 8 +12V
(Required)
UID USB0/1
LE1
JUIDB1 VGA COM1

JPL1 A. J24: 24-pin ATX PWR
P2-DIMME1
P2-DIMMF1
USB12/13
P2-DIMMG1
P2-DIMMH1
BMC LAN CTRL (3.0)

IPMI_LAN (Req'd)
FAN5
LAN CTRL
FAN6
X10DRL-i
Rev. 1.01 B. JPWR1: 8-pin Proces-

X4(IN X8)
CPU2
sor PWR (Req'd)

JI2C2
JI2C1
JPG1
CLOSE 1st
COM2 JIPMB1
C. JPWR2: 8-pin Proces-

P1-DIMMB1
P1-DIMMA1
JPME2
JPB1
BIOS sor PWR (Req'd)

LICENSE
LE6
BAR CODE
BIOS OPEN 1st
BT1
USB4
JPF1
J23
SP1
USB2/3
JPF2
CLOSE 1st
MAC CODE
I-SATA5
S-SATA3
S-SATA2
S-SATA1 A
PCH
JPI2C1
S-SATA0
J24
JSD1
JBT1
I-SATA4
I-SATA3 OPEN 1st
I-SATA2
I-SGPIO1
I-SGPIO2
S-SGPIO
I-SATA1
C
JPWR2
FAN1
I-SATA0 CPU1
JSTBY1
P1-DIMMC1
J10
1
P1-DIMMD1
FAN3
B
FANB
JWD1
FAN2
USB8/9(3.0)
LE2
JD1
JPWR1
FANA
FAN4
JF1
JL1
2-27
Fan Headers Fan Header

Pin Definitions
This motherboard has eight system/CPU
Pin# Definition
fan headers (Fan 1-Fan 6, Fan A, and Fan
1 Ground
B) on the motherboard. All these 4-pin
2 +12V
fans headers are backward compatible
3 Tachometer
with the traditional 3-pin fans. However,
4 PWR Modulation
fan speed control is available for 4-pin
fans only. The fan speeds are controlled
by the onboard IPMI 2.0 controller. See
the table on the right for pin definitions.
Chassis Intrusion
Chassis Intrusion
A Chassis Intrusion header is located Pin Definitions
at JL1 on the motherboard. Attach an Pin# Definition
appropriate cable from the chassis to 1 Intrusion Input
inform you of a chassis intrusion when 2 Ground
the chassis is opened.
A. Fan 1
USB0/1
UID
B. Fan 2
LE1
JUIDB1 VGA COM1

JPL1
E C. Fan 3
P2-DIMME1
P2-DIMMF1
F USB12/13
P2-DIMMG1
P2-DIMMH1
BMC LAN CTRL (3.0)

IPMI_LAN
FAN5
LAN CTRL
D. Fan 4
FAN6
X10DRL-i
Rev. 1.01

X4(IN X8)
CPU2
E. Fan 5
JI2C2
JI2C1
F. Fan 6
JPG1
CLOSE 1st
COM2 JIPMB1
G. Fan A
P1-DIMMB1
P1-DIMMA1
JPME2
JPB1
BIOS
LICENSE
H. Fan B
LE6
BAR CODE
BIOS OPEN 1st

I. Chassis Intrusion
BT1
USB4
JPF1
J23
SP1
USB2/3
JPF2
CLOSE 1st
MAC CODE
I-SATA5
S-SATA3
S-SATA2
S-SATA1
PCH
JPI2C1
S-SATA0
J24
JSD1
JBT1
I-SATA4
I-SATA3 OPEN 1st
I-SATA2
I-SGPIO1
C
I-SGPIO2
S-SGPIO
I-SATA1
H
JPWR2
A
FAN1
I-SATA0 CPU1
JSTBY1
P1-DIMMC1
D
J10
1
P1-DIMMD1
FAN3
FANB
JWD1
FAN2
B
USB8/9(3.0)
LE2
JD1
JPWR1
FANA
FAN4
I G
JF1
JL1
2-28
Internal Speaker Internal Buzzer

Pin Definition
The Internal Speaker (SP1) can be
Pin# Definitions
used to provide audible indications
Pin 1 Pos. (+) Beep In
for various beep codes. See the table
Pin 2 Neg. (-) Alarm
on the right for pin definitions. Refer Speaker
to the layout below for the location of
the Internal Buzzer.
DOM Power Connector DOM PWR

Pin Definitions
A power connectors for SATA DOM
Pin# Definition
(Disk_On_Module) devices is located
1 +5V
at JSD1. Connect an appropriate
2 Ground
cable here to provide power support
3 Ground
for your Serial Link DOM devices.
USB0/1
A. Internal Speaker
UID
LE1
JUIDB1 VGA
JPL1
COM1
(Buzzer)
P2-DIMME1
P2-DIMMF1
USB12/13
P2-DIMMG1
P2-DIMMH1
BMC LAN CTRL

IPMI_LAN B. SATA DOM PWR
FAN5
LAN CTRL
FAN6
X10DRL-i
Rev. 1.01 (JSD1)

X4(IN X8)
CPU2
JI2C2
JI2C1
JPG1
CLOSE 1st
COM2 JIPMB1
P1-DIMMB1
P1-DIMMA1
JPME2
JPB1
BIOS
LICENSE
LE6
BAR CODE
BIOS OPEN 1st
BT1
USB4
JPF1
J23
SP1
USB2/3
A
JPF2
CLOSE 1st
MAC CODE
I-SATA5
S-SATA3
S-SATA2
S-SATA1
PCH
JPI2C1
S-SATA0
B
J24
JSD1
JBT1
I-SATA4
I-SATA3 OPEN 1st
I-SATA2
I-SGPIO1
I-SGPIO2
S-SGPIO
I-SATA1
JPWR2
FAN1
I-SATA0 CPU1
JSTBY1
P1-DIMMC1
J10
1
P1-DIMMD1
FAN3
FANB
JWD1
FAN2
USB8/9(3.0)
LE2
JD1
JPWR1
FANA
FAN4
JF1
JL1
2-29
TPM/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
1 LCLK 2 GND
TPM support and Port 80 connection.
3 LFRAME# 4 <(KEY)>
Use this header to enhance system
5 LRESET# 6 +5V (X)
performance and data security. See
7 LAD 3 8 LAD 2
the table on the right for pin defini- 9 +3.3V 10 LAD1
tions. 11 LAD0 12 GND
13 SMB_CLK4 14 SMB_DAT4
15 +3V_STBY 16 SERIRQ
17 GND 18 CLKRUN# (X)
19 LPCPD# 20 LDRQ# (X)
UID USB0/1
A. TPM/Port 80 Header
LE1
JUIDB1 VGA COM1

JPL1
P2-DIMME1
P2-DIMMF1
USB12/13
P2-DIMMG1
P2-DIMMH1
BMC LAN CTRL (3.0)

IPMI_LAN
FAN5
LAN CTRL
FAN6
X10DRL-i
Rev. 1.01

X4(IN X8)
CPU2
JI2C2
JI2C1
JPG1
CLOSE 1st
COM2 JIPMB1
P1-DIMMB1
P1-DIMMA1
JPME2
A
JPB1
BIOS
LICENSE
LE6
BAR CODE
BIOS OPEN 1st
BT1
USB4
JPF1
J23
SP1
USB2/3
JPF2
CLOSE 1st
MAC CODE
I-SATA5
S-SATA3
S-SATA2
S-SATA1
PCH
JPI2C1
S-SATA0
J24
JSD1
JBT1
I-SATA4
I-SATA3 OPEN 1st
I-SATA2
I-SGPIO1
I-SGPIO2
S-SGPIO
I-SATA1
JPWR2
FAN1
I-SATA0 CPU1
JSTBY1
P1-DIMMC1
J10
1
P1-DIMMD1
FAN3
FANB
JWD1
FAN2
USB8/9(3.0)
LE2
JD1
JPWR1
FANA
FAN4
JF1
JL1
2-30
Power SMB (I2C) Connector PWR SMB

Pin Definitions
Power System Management Bus (I C) 2
Pin# Definition
Connector (JPI2C1) monitors power
1 Clock
supply, fan and system temperatures.
2 Data
See the table on the right for pin
3 PMBUS_Alert
definitions.
4 Ground
5 +3.3V
IPMB IPMB Header

Pin Definitions
A System Management Bus header
Pin# Definition
for IPMI 2.0 is located at JIPMB1.
1 Data
Connect the appropriate cable here
2 Ground
to use the IPMB I2C connection on
3 Clock
your system.
4 No Connection
UID USB0/1
A. JPI2C1
LE1
JUIDB1 VGA COM1

JPL1
B. JIPMB1
P2-DIMME1
P2-DIMMF1
USB12/13
P2-DIMMG1
P2-DIMMH1
BMC LAN CTRL (3.0)

IPMI_LAN
FAN5
LAN CTRL
FAN6
X10DRL-i
Rev. 1.01

X4(IN X8)
CPU2
JI2C2
JI2C1
JPG1
CLOSE 1st
COM2 JIPMB1
P1-DIMMB1
B
P1-DIMMA1
JPME2
JPB1
BIOS
LICENSE
LE6
BAR CODE
BIOS OPEN 1st
BT1
USB4
JPF1
J23
SP1
USB2/3
JPF2
CLOSE 1st
MAC CODE
I-SATA5
S-SATA3
S-SATA2
S-SATA1
PCH
A
JPI2C1
S-SATA0
J24
JSD1
JBT1
I-SATA4
I-SATA3 OPEN 1st
I-SATA2
I-SGPIO1
I-SGPIO2
S-SGPIO
I-SATA1
JPWR2
FAN1
I-SATA0 CPU1
JSTBY1
P1-DIMMC1
J10
1
P1-DIMMD1
FAN3
FANB
JWD1
FAN2
USB8/9(3.0)
LE2
JD1
JPWR1
FANA
FAN4
JF1
JL1
2-31
I-SGPIO1/2 & S-SGPIO Headers I-SGPIO & S-SGPIO Headers

Pin Definitions
Three SGPIO (Serial Link General
Purpose Input/Output) headers are lo-
1 NC 2 NC
cated on the motherboard. I-SGPIO1/2
3 Ground 4 Data
support onboard I-SATA0-5, and S-
SGPIO supports S-SATA0-3 connec- 5 Load 6 Ground
tions. See the table on the right for 7 Clock 8 NC

Note: NC= No Connection
pin definitions.
I-SGPIO0/1 & S-SGPIO Support
I-SGPIO1 I-SATA Ports 0/1/2/3 Supported
I-SGPIO2 I-SATA Ports 4/5 Supported
S-SGPIO S-SATA Ports 0/1/2/3 Supported
Standby Power Header Standby PWR

Pin Definitions
The +5V Standby Power header is Pin# Definition
located at JSTBY1 on the mother- 1 +5V Standby
board. See the table on the right for 2 Ground
pin definitions. (You must also have a 3 No Connection
card with a Standby Power connector
and a cable to use this feature.)
UID USB0/1
LE1
JUIDB1 VGA COM1

JPL1
A. I-SGPIO1
P2-DIMME1
P2-DIMMF1
USB12/13
P2-DIMMG1
P2-DIMMH1
BMC LAN CTRL (3.0)

IPMI_LAN
FAN5
LAN CTRL
FAN6
X10DRL-i B. I-SGPIO2
Rev. 1.01

X4(IN X8)
CPU2
C. S-SGPIO
JI2C2
JI2C1
JPG1
CLOSE 1st
COM2 JIPMB1
D. Standby PWR
P1-DIMMB1
P1-DIMMA1
JPME2
JPB1
BIOS
LICENSE
LE6
BAR CODE
BIOS OPEN 1st
BT1
USB4
JPF1
J23
SP1
USB2/3
JPF2
CLOSE 1st
MAC CODE
I-SATA5
S-SATA3
S-SATA2
S-SATA1
PCH
JPI2C1
S-SATA0
J24
JSD1
JBT1
I-SATA4
I-SATA3
I-SATA2
BAC OPEN 1st
I-SGPIO1
I-SGPIO2
S-SGPIO
I-SATA1
JPWR2
FAN1
CPU1
I-SATA0
DJWD1
JSTBY1
P1-DIMMC1
J10
1
P1-DIMMD1
FAN3
FANB
FAN2
USB8/9(3.0)
LE2
JD1
JPWR1
FANA
FAN4
JF1
JL1
2-32
Power LED/Speaker PWR LED Connector

Pin Definitions
Pins 1-3 of JD1 are used for power Pin Setting Definition
LED indication, and pins 4-7 are for Pin 1 JD1_PIN1
the speaker. See the tables on the Pin 2 FP_PWR_LED
right for pin definitions. Please note
Pin 3 FP_PWR_LED
that the speaker connector pins (4-7)
Speaker Connector
are used with an external speaker. If Pin Settings
you wish to use the onboard speaker, Pin Setting Definition
you should close pins 6-7 with a cap. Pin 4 P5V
Pin 5 No Connection
Pin 6 R_SPKRIN_N
Pin 7 R_SPKRIN
UID USB0/1
A. PWR LED/Speaker
LE1
JUIDB1 VGA COM1

JPL1
P2-DIMME1
P2-DIMMF1
USB12/13
P2-DIMMG1
P2-DIMMH1
BMC LAN CTRL (3.0)

IPMI_LAN
FAN5
LAN CTRL
FAN6
X10DRL-i
Rev. 1.01

X4(IN X8)
CPU2
JI2C2
JI2C1
JPG1
CLOSE 1st
COM2 JIPMB1
P1-DIMMB1
P1-DIMMA1
JPME2
JPB1
BIOS
LICENSE
LE6
BAR CODE
BIOS OPEN 1st
BT1
USB4
JPF1
J23
SP1
USB2/3
JPF2
CLOSE 1st
MAC CODE
I-SATA5
S-SATA3
S-SATA2
S-SATA1
PCH
JPI2C1
S-SATA0
J24
JSD1
JBT1
I-SATA4
I-SATA3 OPEN 1st
I-SATA2
I-SGPIO1
I-SGPIO2
S-SGPIO
I-SATA1
JPWR2
FAN1
I-SATA0 CPU1
JSTBY1
P1-DIMMC1
J10
1
P1-DIMMD1
FAN3
A
FANB
JWD1
FAN2
USB8/9(3.0)
LE2
JD1
JPWR1
FANA
FAN4
JF1
JL1
2-33
2-8 Jumper Settings
Explanation of Jumpers Connector

3 2 1
Pins
To modify the operation of the mother-
board, jumpers can be used to choose
between optional settings. Jumpers create
Jumper
shorts between two pins to change the Cap
function of the connector. Pin 1 is identified 3 2 1
with a square solder pad on the printed

circuit board. See the motherboard layout Setting
Pin 1-2 short
pages for jumper locations.
Not e: O n t wo pin jumper s,
"Closed" means the jumper is
on and "Open" means the jumper
is off the pins.
LAN Enable
Jumper Settings
LAN Enable/Disable
Jumper Setting Definition
Use JPL1 to enable or disable GLAN 1-2 Enabled (default)
Port 1, and use JPL2 to enable or disable 2-3 Disabled
GLAN Port 2 on the motherboard. See the
table on the right for jumper settings. The
default setting is Enabled.
UID USB0/1
A. GLAN1 Enable
LE1
JUIDB1 VGA COM1

JPL1 A
B. GLAN2 Enable
P2-DIMME1
P2-DIMMF1
USB12/13
P2-DIMMG1
P2-DIMMH1
BMC
LEDM1 JPL2 B
LAN CTRL
LAN2 LAN1 (3.0)
IPMI_LAN
FAN5
LAN CTRL
FAN6
X10DRL-i
Rev. 1.01

X4(IN X8)
CPU2
JI2C2
JI2C1
JPG1
CLOSE 1st
COM2 JIPMB1
P1-DIMMB1
P1-DIMMA1
JPME2
JPB1
BIOS
LICENSE
LE6
BAR CODE
BIOS OPEN 1st
BT1
USB4
JPF1
J23
SP1
USB2/3
JPF2
CLOSE 1st
MAC CODE
I-SATA5
S-SATA3
S-SATA2
S-SATA1
PCH
JPI2C1
S-SATA0
J24
JSD1
JBT1
I-SATA4
I-SATA3 OPEN 1st
I-SATA2
I-SGPIO1
I-SGPIO2
S-SGPIO
I-SATA1
JPWR2
FAN1
I-SATA0 CPU1
JSTBY1
P1-DIMMC1
J10
1
P1-DIMMD1
FAN3
FANB
JWD1
FAN2
USB8/9(3.0)
LE2
JD1
JPWR1
FANA
FAN4
JF1
JL1
2-34
CMOS Clear
JBT1 is used to clear CMOS. Instead of pins, this "jumper" consists of contact pads
to prevent accidental clearing of CMOS. To clear CMOS, use a metal object such
as a small screwdriver to touch both pads at the same time to short the connection.
Note 1: Please shut down the system, and then short JBT1 to clear CMOS.
Note 2: Clearing CMOS will also clear all passwords.
Watch Dog Enable/Disable

Watch Dog (JWD1) is a system monitor that
Watch Dog
will reboot the system when a software ap- Jumper Settings
plication hangs. Close Pins 1-2 to reset the Jumper Setting Definition
system if an application hangs. Close Pins Pins 1-2 Reset (default)
2-3 to generate a non-maskable interrupt
Pins 2-3 NMI
signal for the application that hangs. See the
Open Disabled
table on the right for jumper settings. Watch
Dog must also be enabled in the BIOS.
UID USB0/1
A. Clear CMOS
LE1
JUIDB1 VGA COM1

JPL1
B. Watch Dog Enable
P2-DIMME1
P2-DIMMF1
USB12/13
P2-DIMMG1
P2-DIMMH1
BMC LAN CTRL (3.0)

IPMI_LAN
FAN5
LAN CTRL
FAN6
X10DRL-i
Rev. 1.01

X4(IN X8)
CPU2
JI2C2
JI2C1
JPG1
CLOSE 1st
COM2 JIPMB1
P1-DIMMB1
P1-DIMMA1
JPME2
JPB1
BIOS
LICENSE
LE6
BAR CODE
BIOS OPEN 1st
BT1
USB4
JPF1
J23
SP1
USB2/3
JPF2
CLOSE 1st
MAC CODE
I-SATA5
S-SATA3
S-SATA2
S-SATA1
PCH
JPI2C1
S-SATA0
J24
JSD1
A
JBT1
I-SATA4
I-SATA3 OPEN 1st
I-SATA2
I-SGPIO1
I-SGPIO2
S-SGPIO
I-SATA1
JPWR2
FAN1
I-SATA0 CPU1
JSTBY1
P1-DIMMC1
J10
1
P1-DIMMD1
B
FAN3
FANB
JWD1
FAN2
USB8/9(3.0)
LE2
JD1
JPWR1
FANA
FAN4
JF1
JL1
2-35
VGA Enable VGA Enable

Jumper Settings
Jumper JPG1 allows the user to enable
or disable the onboard VGA connector.
1-2 Enabled (Default)
The default setting is 1-2 to enable the
2-3 Disabled
connection. See the table on the right
for jumper settings.
BMC Enable BMC Enable

Jumper Settings
Jumper JPB1 allows you to enable or
disable the embedded the onboard BMC
Pins 1-2 BMC Enable (Default)
(Baseboard Management) controller to
Pins 2-3 Disabled
provide IPMI 2.0/KVM support on the
motherboard. See the table on the right
UID USB0/1 A. VGA Enabled

LE1
JUIDB1 VGA COM1

JPL1 B. BMC Enabled
P2-DIMME1
P2-DIMMF1
USB12/13
P2-DIMMG1
P2-DIMMH1
BMC LAN CTRL (3.0)

IPMI_LAN
FAN5
LAN CTRL
FAN6
X10DRL-i
Rev. 1.01

X4(IN X8)
CPU2
A
JI2C2
JI2C1
JPG1
CLOSE 1st
COM2 JIPMB1
P1-DIMMB1
P1-DIMMA1
JPME2
JPB1
BIOS
LICENSE
B LE6
BAR CODE
BIOS OPEN 1st
BT1
USB4
JPF1
J23
SP1
USB2/3
JPF2
CLOSE 1st
MAC CODE
I-SATA5
S-SATA3
S-SATA2
S-SATA1
PCH
JPI2C1
S-SATA0
J24
JSD1
JBT1
I-SATA4
I-SATA3 OPEN 1st
I-SATA2
I-SGPIO1
I-SGPIO2
S-SGPIO
I-SATA1
JPWR2
FAN1
I-SATA0 CPU1
JSTBY1
P1-DIMMC1
J10
1
P1-DIMMD1
FAN3
FANB
JWD1
FAN2
USB8/9(3.0)
LE2
JD1
JPWR1
FANA
FAN4
JF1
JL1
2-36
I2C Bus to PCI-Exp. Slots I2C for PCI-E slots

Jumper Settings
Use Jumpers JI C1 and JI C2 to connect 2 2
the System Management Bus (I2C) to
Pins 1-2 Enabled (Default)
onboard PCI-Express slots to improve
Pins 2-3 Disabled
PCI performance. These two jumpers
are to be set at the same time. The
default setting is Closed to enable the
connections. See the table on the right
ME Manufacturing Mode Select ME Mode Select

Jumper Settings
Close Pin 2 and Pin 3 of Jumper JPME2
to bypass SPI flash security and force
1-2 Normal (Default)
the system to operate in the Manufac-
2-3 Manufacture Mode
turer mode, allowing the user to flash
the system firmware from a host server
for system setting modifications. See the
table on the right for jumper settings.
UID USB0/1 A. JI2C1

LE1
JUIDB1 VGA COM1

JPL1 B. JI2C2
P2-DIMME1
P2-DIMMF1
USB12/13
P2-DIMMG1
P2-DIMMH1
BMC LAN CTRL (3.0)

IPMI_LAN
C. ME Select
FAN5
LAN CTRL
FAN6
X10DRL-i
Rev. 1.01

X4(IN X8)
CPU2
A B
JI2C2
JI2C1
JPG1
CLOSE 1st
COM2 JIPMB1
P1-DIMMB1
P1-DIMMA1
C
JPME2
JPB1
BIOS
LICENSE
LE6
BAR CODE
BIOS OPEN 1st
BT1
USB4
JPF1
J23
SP1
USB2/3
JPF2
CLOSE 1st
MAC CODE
I-SATA5
S-SATA3
S-SATA2
S-SATA1
PCH
JPI2C1
S-SATA0
J24
JSD1
JBT1
I-SATA4
I-SATA3 OPEN 1st
I-SATA2
I-SGPIO1
I-SGPIO2
S-SGPIO
I-SATA1
JPWR2
FAN1
I-SATA0 CPU1
JSTBY1
P1-DIMMC1
J10
1
P1-DIMMD1
FAN3
FANB
JWD1
FAN2
USB8/9(3.0)
LE2
JD1
JPWR1
FANA
FAN4
JF1
JL1
2-37
LAN 21/LAN 2
LAN 1/LAN
2-9 Onboard LED Indicators Link LED Activity LED

LAN 1/LAN 2
IPMI IPMI LAN
LAN
LAN1/LAN2
LAN1/LAN2/IPMI_LAN LEDs (X8ST3-F)
(X8ST3-F)
Link LED Activity LED
Two LAN ports (LAN 1/LAN 2), and IPMI_
Dedicated_ LAN are located on the IO back IPMI LAN
IPMI_LAN
panel of the motherboard. LAN1/LAN2 are (X8ST3-F)
LAN 1/LAN 2/IPMI_LAN
supported by the onboard Intel LAN control- Activity LED (Right)
ler, and IPMI_LAN is supported by the BMC. LED State
Each Ethernet LAN port has two LEDs. The Color Status Definition
Amber Flashing Active

Amber LED indicates activity, while the
other Link LED may be green, amber or off LAN 1/LAN 2/IPMI_LAN Link LED
LED State (Left)
to indicate the speed of the connections.
LED Color Definition
See the tables at right for more information.
Off 10 Mbps, or No Connection
Green 100 Mbps
Amber 1 Gbps
UID USB0/1
A. LAN1/2 LEDs
LE1
JUIDB1 VGA COM1

JPL1 B. IPMI LAN LEDs
P2-DIMME1
P2-DIMMF1
USB12/13
P2-DIMMG1
P2-DIMMH1
BMC LAN CTRL (3.0)

IPMI_LAN
FAN5
LAN CTRL
FAN6
X10DRL-i
Rev. 1.01

X4(IN X8)
CPU2
JI2C2
JI2C1
JPG1
CLOSE 1st
COM2 JIPMB1
P1-DIMMB1
P1-DIMMA1
JPME2
JPB1
BIOS
LICENSE
LE6
BAR CODE
BIOS OPEN 1st
BT1
USB4
JPF1
J23
SP1
USB2/3
JPF2
CLOSE 1st
MAC CODE
I-SATA5
S-SATA3
S-SATA2
S-SATA1
PCH
JPI2C1
S-SATA0
B
J24
JSD1
JBT1
I-SATA4
I-SATA3 OPEN 1st
I-SATA2
A
I-SGPIO1
I-SGPIO2
S-SGPIO
I-SATA1
JPWR2
FAN1
I-SATA0 CPU1
JSTBY1
P1-DIMMC1
J10
1
P1-DIMMD1
FAN3
FANB
JWD1
FAN2
USB8/9(3.0)
LE2
JD1
JPWR1
FANA
FAN4
JF1
JL1
2-38
Onboard Power LED Onboard PWR LED Indicator

LED States
An Onboard Power LED is located at LE2 LED Color Definition
on the motherboard. When this LED is on, Off System Off (PWR cable
not connected)
the system is on. Be sure to turn off the
Green System On
system and unplug the power cord before
Green: ACPI S1 State
removing or installing components. See Flashing
Quickly
the tables at right for more information.
BMC Heartbeat LED BMC Heartbeat LED

States
A BMC Heartbeat LED is located at Color/State Definition
LEDM1 on the motherboard. When Green: BMC: Normal
LEDDM1 is blinking, BMC functions Blinking
normally. See the table at right for more

information.
Note: Refer to Page 2-21 for information on the rear UID LED (LE1).
UID USB0/1
A. PWR LED
LE1
JUIDB1 VGA COM1

JPL1
B B. BMC LED
P2-DIMME1
P2-DIMMF1
USB12/13
P2-DIMMG1
P2-DIMMH1
BMC LAN CTRL (3.0)

IPMI_LAN
FAN5
LAN CTRL
FAN6
X10DRL-i
Rev. 1.01

X4(IN X8)
CPU2
JI2C2
JI2C1
JPG1
CLOSE 1st
COM2 JIPMB1
P1-DIMMB1
P1-DIMMA1
JPME2
JPB1
BIOS
LICENSE
LE6
BAR CODE
BIOS OPEN 1st
BT1
USB4
JPF1
J23
SP1
USB2/3
JPF2
CLOSE 1st
MAC CODE
I-SATA5
S-SATA3
S-SATA2
S-SATA1
PCH
JPI2C1
S-SATA0
J24
JSD1
JBT1
I-SATA4
I-SATA3 OPEN 1st
I-SATA2
I-SGPIO1
I-SGPIO2
S-SGPIO
I-SATA1
JPWR2
A
FAN1
I-SATA0 CPU1
JSTBY1
P1-DIMMC1
J10
1
P1-DIMMD1
FAN3
FANB
JWD1
FAN2
USB8/9(3.0)
LE2
JD1
JPWR1
FANA
FAN4
JF1
JL1
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2-10 SATA Connections

SATA 3.0 Ports SATA Connectors
Pin Definitions
Ten SATA 3.0 ports are located on the motherboard.
Pin# Signal
Six SATA 3.0 ports (I-SATA 0-5) are supported by the 1 Ground
Intel PCH C612. The other four SATA ports (S-SATA 2 SATA_TXP
0-3) are supported by the Intel SCU inside the PCH 3 SATA_TXN
C612. These SATA ports provide serial-link signal 4 Ground
connections, which are faster than the connections of 5 SATA_RXN
Parallel ATA. See the table on the right for pin defini- 6 SATA_RXP
tions. I-SATA 4 and I-SATA 5 also support SATA DOM 7 Ground
(Device-on-Module) devices with latch power.
Note: For more information on SATA HostRAID configuration, please refer

to the Intel SATA HostRAID User's Guide posted on our website at http://
www.supermicro.com..
UID USB0/1 A. I-SATA0

LE1
JUIDB1 VGA COM1

JPL1
B. I-SATA1
P2-DIMME1
P2-DIMMF1
USB12/13
P2-DIMMG1
P2-DIMMH1
BMC LAN CTRL

IPMI_LAN
C. I-SATA2
FAN5
LAN CTRL
FAN6
X10DRL-i D. I-SATA3
Rev. 1.01

X4(IN X8)
CPU2
E. I-SATA4
JI2C2
JI2C1
JPG1
CLOSE 1st
F. I-SATA5
COM2 JIPMB1
G. S-SATA0
P1-DIMMB1
P1-DIMMA1
JPME2
JPB1
BIOS
LICENSE
H. S-SATA1
LE6
BAR CODE
BIOS OPEN 1st

I. S-SATA2
BT1 J. S-SATA3
USB4
JPF1
J23
SP1
USB2/3
JPF2
CLOSE 1st
MAC CODE
I-SATA5
JS-SATA3
S-SATA2
I F
S-SATA1
H PCH
JPI2C1
S-SATA0
J24
G JSD1
JBT1
I-SATA4
I-SATA3
D OPEN 1st
CI-SATA2
I-SGPIO1
I-SGPIO2
S-SGPIO
I-SATA1
JPWR2
B E
FAN1
I-SATA0 CPU1
JSTBY1
P1-DIMMC1
J10
1
P1-DIMMD1
A
FAN3
FANB
JWD1
FAN2
USB8/9(3.0)
LE2
JD1
JPWR1
FANA
FAN4
JF1
JL1
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Chapter 3: Troubleshooting
Chapter 3
Troubleshooting
3-1 Troubleshooting Procedures

Use the following procedures to troubleshoot your system. If you have followed all
of the procedures below and still need assistance, refer to the ‘Technical Support
Procedures’ and/or ‘Returning Merchandise for Service’ section(s) in this chapter.
Note: Always disconnect the power cord before adding, changing or installing any
hardware components.
Before Power On
1. Make sure that there are no short circuits between the motherboard and
chassis.
2. Disconnect all ribbon/wire cables from the motherboard, including those for
the keyboard and mouse.
3. Remove all add-on cards.
4. Install CPU 1 first (making sure it is fully seated) and connect the front panel
connectors to the motherboard.
No Power
1. Make sure that no short circuits between the motherboard and the chassis.
2. Make sure that the ATX power connectors are properly connected.
3. Check that the 115V/230V switch on the power supply is properly set, if avail-
able.
4. Turn the power switch on and off to test the system, if applicable.
5. The battery on your motherboard may be old. Check to verify that it still sup-
plies ~3VDC. If it does not, replace it with a new one.
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No Video
1. If the power is on, but you have no video, remove all the add-on cards and
cables.
2. Use the speaker to determine if any beep codes exist. Refer to Appendix A
for details on beep codes.
System Boot Failure

If the system does not display POST or does not respond after the power is turned
on, check the following:
1. Check for any error beep from the motherboard speaker.
• If there is no error beep, try to turn on the system without DIMM modules in-
stalled. If there is still no error beep, try to turn on the system again with only
one processor installed in CPU Socket#1. If there is still no error beep, replace
the motherboard.
• If there are error beeps, clear the CMOS settings by unplugging the power
cord and contracting both pads on the CMOS Clear Jumper (JBT1). (Refer to
Section 2-8 in Chapter 2.)
2. Remove all components from the motherboard, especially the DIMM modules.
Make sure that system power is on, and memory error beeps are activated.
3. Turn on the system with only one DIMM module installed. If the system
boots, check for bad DIMM modules or slots by following the Memory Errors
Troubleshooting procedure in this Chapter.
Losing the System’s Setup Configuration

1. Make sure that you are using a high quality power supply. A poor quality
power supply may cause the system to lose the CMOS setup information.
Refer to Section 1-6 for details on recommended power supplies.
2. The battery on your motherboard may be old. Check to verify that it still sup-
plies ~3VDC. If it does not, replace it with a new one.
3. If the above steps do not fix the Setup Configuration problem, contact your
vendor for repairs.
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Memory Errors
When a No-Memory Beep Code is issued by the system, check the following:
1. Make sure that the memory modules are compatible with the system and that
the DIMM modules are properly and fully installed. (For memory compatibility,
refer to the Memory Compatibility Chart posted on our website @ http://www.
supermicro.com.)
2. Check if different speeds of DIMMs have been installed. It is strongly recom-

mended that you use the same RAM type and speed for all DIMMs in the
system.
3. Make sure that you are using the correct type of (RDIMM)/Load Reduced
(LRDIMM) ECC DDR4 DIMM modules recommended by the manufacturer.
4. Check for bad DIMM modules or slots by swapping a single module among
all memory slots and check the results.
5. Make sure that all memory modules are fully seated in their slots. Follow the
instructions given in Section 2-4 in Chapter 2.
6. Please follow the instructions given in the DIMM Population Tables listed in
Section 2-4 to install your memory modules.
When the System Becomes Unstable

A. When the system becomes unstable during or after OS installation, check
the following:
1. CPU/BIOS support: Make sure that your CPU is supported, and you have the
latest BIOS installed in your system.
2. Memory support: Make sure that the memory modules are supported by test-
ing the modules using memtest86 or a similar utility.
Note: Refer to the product page on our website http:\\www.supermicro.

com for memory and CPU support and updates.
3. HDD support: Make sure that all hard disk drives (HDDs) work properly. Re-
place the bad HDDs with good ones.
4. System cooling: Check system cooling to make sure that all heatsink fans,
and CPU/system fans, etc., work properly. Check Hardware Monitoring set-
tings in the IPMI to make sure that the CPU and System temperatures are
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within the normal range. Also check the front panel Overheat LED, and make
sure that the Overheat LED is not on.
5. Adequate power supply: Make sure that the power supply provides adequate
power to the system. Make sure that all power connectors are connected.
Please refer to our website for more information on minimum power require-
ment.
6. Proper software support: Make sure that the correct drivers are used.
B. When the system becomes unstable before or during OS installation, check

the following:
1. Source of installation: Make sure that the devices used for installation are
working properly, including boot devices such as CD/DVD disc, CD/DVD-
ROM.
2. Cable connection: Check to make sure that all cables are connected and
working properly.
3. Using minimum configuration for troubleshooting: Remove all unnecessary

components (starting with add-on cards first), and use minimum configuration
(with a CPU and a memory module installed) to identify the trouble areas.
Refer to the steps listed in Section A above for proper troubleshooting proce-
dures.
4. Identifying bad components by isolating them: If necessary, remove a compo-

nent in question from the chassis, and test it in isolation to make sure that it
works properly. Replace a bad component with a good one.
5. Check and change one component at a time instead of changing several

items at the same time. This will help isolate and identify the problem.
6. To find out if a component is good, swap this component with a new one to
see if the system will work properly. If so, then the old component is bad.
You can also install the component in question in another system. If the new
system works, the component is good and the old system has problems.
3-2 Technical Support Procedures

Before contacting Technical Support, please take the following steps. Also, please
note that as a motherboard manufacturer, Supermicro also sells motherboards
through its channels, so it is best to first check with your distributor or reseller for
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troubleshooting services. They should know of any possible problem(s) with the
specific system configuration that was sold to you.
1. Please go through the ‘Troubleshooting Procedures’ and 'Frequently Asked
Question' (FAQ) sections in this chapter or see the FAQs on our website
(http://www.supermicro.com/) before contacting Technical Support.
2. BIOS upgrades can be downloaded from our website (http://www.supermicro.

com).
3. If you still cannot resolve the problem, include the following information when
contacting Supermicro for technical support:
• Motherboard model and PCB revision number

• BIOS release date/version (This can be seen on the initial display when your
system first boots up.)
• System configuration
4. An example of a Technical Support form is on our website at (http://www.
supermicro.com/RmaForm/).
• 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.
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3-3 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. Once unlocked, the battery will pop out from the holder.
4. Remove the battery.
Proper Battery Disposal

Warning! Please handle used batteries carefully. Do not damage the battery in any
way; a damaged battery may release hazardous materials into the environment. Do
not discard a used battery in the garbage or a public landfill. Please comply with the
regulations set up by your local hazardous waste management agency to dispose of
your used battery properly.
Battery Installation
To install an 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. Identify the battery's polarity. The positive (+) side should be facing up.
4. Insert the battery into the battery holder and push it down until you hear a
click to ensure that the battery is securely locked.
OR
Note: When replacing a battery, be sure to only replace it with the same
type.
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3-4 Frequently Asked Questions

Question: What are the various types of memory that my motherboard can
support?
Answer: The motherboard supports Registered (RDIMM)/Load Reduced (LRDIMM)

ECC DDR4 DIMM modules. To enhance memory performance, do not mix memory
modules of different speeds and sizes. Please follow all memory installation instruc-
tions given on Section 2-4 in Chapter 2.
Question: How do I update my BIOS under DOS?
It is recommended that you do not upgrade your BIOS if you are not experiencing
any problems with your system. Updated BIOS files are located on our website
at http://www.supermicro.com. Please check our BIOS warning message and the
information on how to update your BIOS on our website. Select your motherboard
model and download the BIOS file to your computer. Also, check the current BIOS
revision to make sure that it is newer than your BIOS before downloading. You can
choose from the zip file and the .exe file. If you choose the zip BIOS file, please
unzip the BIOS file onto a bootable USB device. Run the batch file using the format
FLASH.BAT filename.rom from your bootable USB device to flash the BIOS. Then,
your system will automatically reboot.
Note: The SPI BIOS chip used on this motherboard cannot be removed.
Send your motherboard back to our RMA Department at Supermicro for
repair. For BIOS Recovery instructions, please refer to the AMI BIOS
Recovery Instructions posted at http://www.supermicro.com.
Question: How do I update my BIOS under UEFI Shell?
Note: We do not recommend that you update your BIOS if you are not
experiencing a BIOS-related problem. If you need to update your BIOS,
please follow the steps below to properly update your BIOS under UEFI
Shell.
1. Download and save the BIOS update package to your computer.
2. Extract the files from the UEFI folder of the BIOS package to a USB stick.
Note: The USB stick doesn't have to be bootable; however, it has to be

formatted with the FAT/FAT32 file system.
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3. Insert the USB stick into a USB port, boot to the UEFI Built-In Shell, and type
the following commands to start the BIOS update:
Shell> fs0:
fs0:\> cd UEFI
fs0:\UEFI> flash.nsh BIOSname#.###
4. The FLASH.NSH script will compare the Flash Descriptor Table (FDT) code in
the new BIOS with the existing one in the motherboard:
a. If a different FDT is found
• A new file, STARTUP.NSH, will be created, and the system will automatically
reboot in 10 seconds without you pressing any key. BIOS will be updated after
the system reboots.
• You can also press <Y> to force an immediate system reboot to shorten the
process. During system reboot, press the <F11> key to invoke the boot menu
and boot into the build-in UEFI Shell. Your BIOS will be updated automatically.
b. If the FDT is the same
• BIOS update will be immediately performed without a system reboot initiated.

Warning: Do not shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS to prevent
possible system boot failure!)
5. Perform an A/C power cycle after the message indicating the BIOS update has
completed.
6. Go to the BIOS setup utility, and restore the BIOS settings.
Question: How do I handle the used battery?
Answer: Please handle used batteries carefully. Do not damage the battery in any
way; a damaged battery may release hazardous materials into the environment.
Do not discard a used battery in the garbage or a public landfill. Please comply
with the regulations set up by your local hazardous waste management agency to
dispose of your used battery properly. Refer to Section 3.3 in this chapter for details.
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3-5 Returning Merchandise for Service

A receipt or copy of your invoice marked with the date of purchase is required before
any warranty service will be rendered. You can obtain service by calling your ven-
dor for a Returned Merchandise Authorization (RMA) number. When returning the
motherboard to the manufacturer, the RMA number should be prominently displayed
on the outside of the shipping carton, and the shipping package is mailed prepaid
or hand-carried. Shipping and handling charges will be applied for all orders that
must be mailed when service is complete. For faster service, You can also request
a RMA authorization online (http://www.supermicro.com/RmaForm/).
This warranty only covers normal consumer use and does not cover any damage
incurred in shipping or from failure due to the alternation, misuse, abuse or improper
maintenance of products.
During the warranty period, contact your distributor first for any product problems.
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Notes
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Chapter 4: AMI BIOS
Chapter 4
BIOS
4-1 Introduction
This chapter describes the AMI BIOS setup utility for the X10DRL-i. The ROM BIOS
is stored in a Flash EEPROM and can be easily updated. This chapter describes
the basic navigation of the AMI BIOS setup utility screens.
Note: For AMI BIOS recovery, please refer to the UEFI BIOS Recovery
Instructions in Appendix C.
Starting BIOS Setup Utility

To enter the AMI BIOS setup utility screens, press the <Delete> key while the
system is booting up.
Note: In most cases, the <Delete> key is used to invoke the AMI BIOS
setup screen.
Each main BIOS menu option is described in this manual. The AMI BIOS setup
menu screen has two main frames. The left frame displays all the options that can
be configured. Grayed-out options cannot be configured. Options in blue can be
configured by the user. The right frame displays the key legend. Above the key
legend is an area reserved for a text message. When an option is selected in the
left frame, it is highlighted in white. Often a text message will accompany it.
Note: the AMI BIOS has default text messages built in. Supermicro retains
the option to include, omit, or change any of these text messages.
The AMI BIOS setup utility uses a key-based navigation system called "hot keys."
Most of the AMI BIOS setup utility "hot keys" can be used at any time during the
setup navigation process. These keys include <F1>, <F4>, <Enter>, <Esc>, arrow
keys, etc.
Note: Options printed in Bold are default settings.
How To Change the Configuration Data

The configuration data that determines the system parameters may be changed by
entering the AMI BIOS setup utility. This setup utility can be accessed by pressing
<Del> at the appropriate time during system boot.
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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. An AMI BIOS identification string is displayed at the left bottom corner of
the screen, below the copyright message.
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. 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.
4-2 Main Setup

When you first enter the AMI BIOS setup utility, you will enter the Main setup screen.
You can always return to the Main setup screen by selecting the Main tab on the
top of the screen. The Main BIOS setup screen is shown below.
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The following Main menu items will be displayed:
System Date/System Time

Use this option to change the system date and time. Highlight System Date or
System Time using the arrow keys. Enter new values using the keyboard. Press the
<Tab> key or the arrow keys to move between fields. The date must be entered in
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.
Supermicro X10DRL-i
Version: This item displays the version of the BIOS ROM used in the system.
Build Date: This item displays the date when the version of the BIOS ROM used
in the system was built.
Memory Information
Total Memory: This item displays the total size of memory available in the system.
Memory Speed: This item displays the default speed of the memory modules
installed in the system.
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4-3 Advanced Setup Configurations

Use the arrow keys to select Advanced setup and press <Enter> to access the
submenu items:
Warning: Take Caution when changing the Advanced settings. An incorrect value, a
very high DRAM frequency, or an incorrect BIOS timing setting may cause the system
to malfunction. When this occurs, restore the setting to the manufacture default setting.
Boot Feature
Quiet Boot
Use this feature to select the screen display between POST messages or the OEM
logo at bootup. Select Disabled to display the POST messages. Select Enabled
to display the OEM logo instead of the normal POST messages. The options are
Enabled and Disabled.
AddOn ROM Display Mode

Use this item to set the display mode for the Option ROM. Select Keep Current to
use the current AddOn ROM display setting. Select Force BIOS to use the Option
ROM display mode set by the system BIOS. The options are Force BIOS and
Keep Current.
Bootup Num-Lock State

Use this feature to set the Power-on state for the Numlock key. The options are
Off and On.
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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.
INT19 (Interrupt 19) Trap Response

Interrupt 19 is the software interrupt that handles the boot disk function. When this
item is set to Immediate, the ROM BIOS of the host adaptors will "capture" Inter-
rupt 19 at bootup immediately and allow the drives that are attached to these host
adaptors to function as bootable disks. If this item is set to Postponed, the ROM
BIOS of the host adaptors will not capture Interrupt 19 immediately and allow the
drives attached to these adaptors to function as bootable devices at bootup. The
options are Immediate and Postponed.
Re-try Boot
When EFI Boot is selected, the system BIOS will automatically reboot the system
from an EFI boot device after its initial boot failure. Select Legacy Boot to allow
the BIOS to automatically reboot the system from a Legacy boot device after its
initial boot failure. The options are Disabled, Legacy Boot, and EFI Boot.
Power Configuration
Watch Dog Function

Select Enabled to allow the Watch Dog timer to reboot the system when it is inac-
tive for more than 5 minutes. The options are Enabled and Disabled.
Power Button Function

This feature controls how the system shuts down when the power button is pressed.
Select 4 Seconds Override for the user to power off the system after pressing and
holding the power button for 4 seconds or longer. Select Instant Off to instantly
power off the system as soon as the user presses the power button. The options
are 4 Seconds Override and Instant Off.
Restore on AC Power Loss

Use this feature to set the power state after a power outage. Select Power-Off for
the system power to remain off after a power loss. Select Power-On for the system
power to be turned on after a power loss. Select Last State to allow the system
to resume its last power state before a power loss. The options are Power-On,
Stay-Off and Last State.
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CPU Configuration
This submenu displays the following CPU information as detected by the BIOS. It
also allows the user to configure CPU settings.
Processor 1/Processor 2
This submenu displays the following information of the CPU installed in CPU1 and
CPU2.
• Processor Socket
• Processor ID
• Processor Frequency
• Processor Max Ratio
• Processor Min Ratio
• Microcode Revision
• L1 Cache RAM
• L2 Cache RAM
• L3 Cache RAM
• CPU 1 Version
• CPU 2 Version
Clock Spread Spectrum
Select Enabled to allow the BIOS to monitor and attempt to reduce the level of
Electromagnetic Interference caused by the components whenever needed. The
options are Disabled and Enabled.
Hyper-Threading (All)
Select Enable to support Intel's Hyper-threading Technology to enhance CPU per-
formance. The options are Enable and Disable.
Cores Enabled
This feature allows the user to determine the number of CPU cores to enable. Enter
"0" to enable all cores. The default setting is 0.
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Execute-Disable Bit (Available if supported by the OS & the CPU)

Select Enable for Execute Disable Bit Technology support, which will allow the
processor to designate areas in the system memory where an application code can
execute and where it cannot, thus preventing a worm or a virus from flooding illegal
codes to overwhelm the processor to damage the system during an attack. This
feature is used in conjunction with the items: "Clear MCA," "VMX," "Enable SMX,"
and "Lock Chipset" for Virtualization media support. The options are Enable and
Disable. (Refer to Intel and Microsoft websites for more information.)
PPIN Control
Select Unlock/Enable to use the Protected-Processor Inventory Number (PPIN) in
the system. The options are Unlock/Enable and Unlock/Disable.
Hardware Prefetcher (Available when supported by the CPU)

If set to Enable, the hardware prefetcher will prefetch streams of data and instruc-
tions from the main memory to the L2 cache to improve CPU performance. The
options are Disable and Enable.
Adjacent Cache Prefetch (Available when supported by the CPU)

Select Enable for the CPU to prefetch both cache lines for 128 bytes as comprised.
Select Disable for the CPU to prefetch both cache lines for 64 bytes. The options
are Disable and Enable.
Note: Please reboot the system for changes on this setting to take effect.
Please refer to Intel’s website for detailed information.
DCU (Data Cache Unit) Streamer Prefetcher (Available when supported by

the CPU)
If set to Enable, the DCU Streamer Prefetcher will prefetch data streams from the
cache memory to the DCU (Data Cache Unit) to speed up data accessing and
processing to enhance CPU performance. The options are Disable and Enable.
DCU IP Prefetcher
If set to Enable, the IP prefetcher in the DCU (Data Cache Unit) will prefetch IP
addresses to improve network connectivity and system performance. The options
are Enable and Disable.
Direct Cache Access (DCA)

Select Enable to use Intel DCA (Direct Cache Access) Technology to improve the
efficiency of data transferring and accessing. The options are Auto, Enable, and
Disable.
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X2 APIC (Advanced Programmable Interrupt Controller)

Based on Intel's Hyper-Threading architecture, each logical processor (thread) is
assigned 256 APIC IDs (APIDs) in 8-bit bandwidth. When this feature is set to En-
able, the APIC ID will be expanded (X2) from 8 bits to 16 bits to provide 512 APIDs
to each thread to enhance CPU performance. The options are Disable and Enable.
AES-NI
Select Enable to use the Intel Advanced Encryption Standard (AES) New Instruc-
tions (NI) to ensure data security. The options are Enable and Disable.
Intel Virtualization Technology

Select Enable to use Intel Virtualization Technology support for Direct I/O VT-d sup-
port by reporting the I/O device assignments to the VMM (Virtual Machine Monitor)
through the DMAR ACPI tables. This feature offers fully-protected I/O resource
sharing across Intel platforms, providing greater reliability, security and availability
in networking and data-sharing. The options are Enable and Disable
 Advanced Power Management Configuration
Advanced Power Management Configuration
Power Technology
Select Energy Efficient to support power-saving mode. Select Custom to customize
system power settings. Select Max Performance to optimize system performance.
Select Disabled to disable power-saving settings. The options are Disable, Energy
Efficient, and Custom.
*If the option is set to Custom or Energy Efficient, the following items will display:
Energy Performance Tuning (Available when Power Technology is set to

Custom or Energy Efficient)
Select Enable for energy-performance tuning support to enhance energy ef-
ficiency, which might compromise system performance. The options are Enable
and Disable.
Energy Performance Bias Setting (Available when Power Technology is

set to Custom or Energy Efficient)
Use this feature to select an appropriate fan setting to achieve maximum system
performance (with maximum cooling) or maximum energy efficiency with maxi-
mum power saving). The fan speeds are controlled by the firmware management
via IPMI 2.0. The options are Performance, Balanced Performance, Balanced
Power, and Power.
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Energy Efficiency Turbo (Available when Power Technology is set to

Custom or Energy Efficient)
Select Enable for the system to operate at turbo mode with reduced power con-
sumption so that your machine can achieve maximum system performance with
the maximum power efficiency possible. The options are Enable and Disable.
*If the option is set to Custom, the following items will display:
 CPU P State Control (Available when Power Technology

is set to Custom)
EIST (P-states)
EIST (Enhanced Intel SpeedStep Technology) allows the system to automatically
adjust processor voltage and core frequency to reduce power consumption and
heat dissipation. The options are Disable and Enable.
Turbo Mode
Select Enable to use the Turbo Mode to boost system performance. The options
are Enable and Disable.
P-state Coordination
This item is used to change the P-state (Power-Performance State) coordination
type. P-state is also known as "SpeedStep" for Intel processors. Select HW_ALL
to change the P-state coordination type for hardware components only. Select
SW_ALL to change the P-state coordination type for all software installed in the
system. Select SW_ANY to change the P-state coordination type for a software
program in the system. The options are HW_All, SW_ALL, and SW_ANY.
 CPU C State Control (Available when Power Technology

is set to Custom)
Package C State limit
Use this item to set the limit on the C-State package register. The options are
C0/1 state, C2 state, C6 (non-Retention) state, and C6 (Retention) state.
CPU C3 Report
Select Enable to allow the BIOS to report the CPU C3 State (ACPI C2) to the
operating system. During the CPU C3 State, the CPU clock generator is turned
off. The options are Enable and Disable.
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CPU C6 Report (Available when Power Technology is set to Custom)

Select Enable to allow the BIOS to report the CPU C6 state (ACPI C3) to the
operating system. During the CPU C6 state, power to all cache is turned off.
The options are Enable and Disable.
Enhanced Halt State (C1E)

Select Enabled to use Enhanced Halt-State technology, which will significantly
reduce the CPU's power consumption by reducing the CPU's clock cycle and
voltage during a Halt-state. The options are Disable and Enable.
 CPU T State Control (Available when Power Technology

is set to Custom)
ACPI (Advanced Configuration Power Interface) T-States

Select Enable to support CPU throttling by the operating system to reduce power
consumption. The options are Enable and Disable.
Chipset Configuration
Warning! Please set the correct settings for the items below. A wrong configuration
setting may cause the system to become malfunction.
North Bridge
This feature allows the user to configure the settings for the Intel North Bridge.
IIO Configuration
EV DFX (Device Function On-Hide) Feature

When this feature is set to Enable, the EV_DFX Lock Bits that are located on a
processor will always remain clear during electric tuning. The options are Dis-
able and Enable.
IIO1 Configuration
This item configures the PCI-E port Bifuraction setting for a PCI-E port specified
by the user. The options are Gen 1 (2.5GT/s), Gen 2 (5 GT/s), and Gen 3 (8GT/s).
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IIO2 Configuration
IOAT (Intel® IO Acceleration) Configuration

Enable IOAT
Select Enable to enable Intel I/OAT (I/O Acceleration Technology) support, which
significantly reduces CPU overhead by leveraging CPU architectural improve-
ments and freeing the system resource for other tasks. The options are Enable
and Disable.
No Snoop
Select Enable to support no-snoop mode for each CB device. The options are
Disable and Enable.
Relaxed Ordering
Select Enable to enable Relaxed Ordering support which will allow certain
transactions to violate the strict-ordering rules of PCI bus for a transaction to
be completed prior to other transactions that have already been enqueued. The
options are Disable and Enable.
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 Intel VT for Directed I/O (VT-d)
Intel VT for Direct I/O (VT-d)
Intel® VT for Directed I/O (VT-d)

Select Enable to use Intel Virtualization Technology support for Direct I/O VT-d
support by reporting the I/O device assignments to the VMM (Virtual Machine
Monitor) through the DMAR ACPI Tables. This feature offers fully-protected I/O
resource sharing across Intel platforms, providing greater reliability, security and
availability in networking and data-sharing. The options are Enable and Disable.
Interrupt Remapping
Select Enable for Interrupt Remapping support to enhance system performance.
The options are Enable and Disable.
Coherency Support (Non-Isoch)

Select Enable for the Non-Iscoh VT-d engine to pass through DMA (Direct
Memory Access) to enhance system performance. The options are Enable and
Disable.
Coherency Support (Isoch)

Select Enable for the Iscoh VT-d engine to pass through ATS to enhance system
performance. The options are Enable and Disable.
QPI (Quick Path Interconnect) Configuration
QPI Status
The following information will display:
• Number of CPU
• Number of IIO
• Current QPI Link Speed
• Current QPI Link Frequency
• QPI Global MMIO Low Base/Limit
• QPI Global MMIO High Base/Limit
• QPI PCIe Configuration Base/Size
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Link Frequency Select

Use this item to select the desired frequency for QPI Link connections. The op-
tions are 6.4GB/s, 8.0GB/s, 9.6GB/s, Auto, and Auto Limited.
Link L0p Enable

Select Enable for Link L0p support. The options are Enable and Disable.
Link L1 Enable
Select Enable for Link L1 support. The options are Enable and Disable.
COD Enable (Available when the OS and the CPU support this feature)
Select Enabled for Cluster-On-Die support to enhance system performance in
cloud computing. The options are Enable and Disable.
Early Snoop (Available when the OS and the CPU support this feature)
Select Enabled for Early Snoop support to enhance system performance. The
options are Enable, Disable, and Auto.
Isoc Mode
Select Enabled for Isochronous support to meet QoS (Quality of Service) require-
ments. This feature is especially important for Virtualization Technology. The
options are Enable and Disable.
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Memory Configuration
Enforce POR
Select Enable to enforce POR restrictions on DDR4 frequency and voltage
programming. The options are Enabled and Disabled.
Memory Frequency
Use this feature to set the maximum memory frequency for onboard memory
modules. The options are Auto, 1333, 1400, 1600, 1800, 1867, 2000, 2133,
2200, and 2400.
Data Scrambling
Select Enabled to enable data scrambling to enhance system performance and
data integrity. The options are Auto, Disabled and Enabled.
Enable ADR
Select Enabled for ADR (Automatic Diagnostic Repository) support to enhance
memory performance. The options are Disabled and ADR + NVDIMMs.
Erase-Arm NVDIMMs (Non-Volatile DIMMs)

Non-volatile memory modules use flash memory to save data by erasing the
old data first before. When this item is set to Enabled, BIOS will erase the flash
memory of NVDIMMs and make NVDIMMs ready to save data. The options are
Restore NVDIMMs (Non-Volatile DIMMs)

Select Enabled for the NVDIMM modules to be automatically restored. The op-
tions are Enabled and Disabled.
Interleave NVDIMMs (Non-Volatile DIMMs)

Select Enabled for interleaving mode support for the onboard NVDIMM modules.
The options are Enabled and Disabled.
DRAM RAPL (Running Average Power Limit) Baseline

Use this feature to set the run-time power-limit baseline for DRAM modules. The
options are Disable, DRAM RAPL Mode 0, and DRAM RAPL Mode 1.
Set Throttling Mode

Throttling improves reliability and reduces power consumption in the proces-
sor via automatic voltage control during processor idle states. The options are
Disabled and CLTT (Closed Loop Thermal Throttling).
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A7 Mode
Select Enabled to support the A7 (Addressing) mode to improve memory per-
formance. The options are Enable and Disable.
DIMM Information
This item displays the status of a DIMM module specified by the user.
• P1-DIMMA1 - P1-DIMMD1
• P2-DIMME1 - P2-DIMMH1
Memory RAS (Reliability_Availability_Serviceability)

Configuration
Use this submenu to configure the following Memory RAS settings.
RAS Mode
When Independent is selected, all memory channels will operate independently.
When Mirror is selected, the motherboard maintains two identical copies of all
data in memory for data backup. When Lockstep is selected, the motherboard
uses two areas of memory to run the same set of operations in parallel to boost
performance. The options are Independent, Mirror, and Lockstep Mode.
Memory Rank Sparing

Select Enable to enable memory-sparing support for memory ranks to improve
memory performance. The options are Disabled and Enabled.
Patrol Scrub
Patrol Scrubbing is a process that allows the CPU to correct correctable memory
errors detected on a memory module and send the correction to the requestor
(the original source). When this item is set to Enabled, the IO hub will read and
write back one cache line every 16K cycles, if there is no delay caused by internal
processing. By using this method, roughly 64 GB of memory behind the IO hub
will be scrubbed every day. The options are Enable and Disable.
Patrol Scrub Interval

This feature allows you to decide how many hours the system should wait before
the next complete patrol scrub is performed. Use the keyboard to enter a value
from 0-24. The Default setting is 24.
Demand Scrub
Demand Scrubbing is a process that allows the CPU to correct correctable
memory errors found on a memory module. When the CPU or I/O issues a
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demand-read command, and the read data from memory turns out to be a
correctable error, the error is corrected and sent to the requestor (the original
source). Memory is updated as well. Select Enable to use Demand Scrubbing
for ECC memory correction. The options are Enable and Disable.
Device Tagging
Select Enable to support device tagging. The options are Disable and Enable.
South Bridge Configuration

The following South Bridge information will display:
USB Configuration
• USB Module Version
• USB Devices
Legacy USB Support
Select Enabled to support onboard legacy USB devices. Select Auto to disable
legacy support if there are no legacy USB devices present. Select Disable to have
all USB devices available for EFI applications only. The options are Enabled,
Disabled and Auto.
XHCI Hand-Off
This is a work-around solution for operating systems that do not support XHCI (Ex-
tensible Host Controller Interface) hand-off. The XHCI ownership change should be
claimed by the XHCI driver. The settings are Enabled and Disabled.
EHCI Hand-Off
This item is for operating systems that do not support Enhanced Host Controller
Interface (EHCI) hand-off. When this item is enabled, EHCI ownership change will
be claimed by the EHCI driver. The settings are Enabled and Disabled.
Port 60/64 Emulation

Select Enabled for I/O port 60h/64h emulation support, which in turn, will provide
complete legacy USB keyboard support for the operating systems that do not sup-
port legacy USB devices. The options are Disabled and Enabled.
USB 3.0 Support

Select Enabled for USB 3.0 support. The options are Smart Auto, Auto, Enabled,
and Disabled.
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EHCI1
Select Enabled to enable EHCI (Enhanced Host Controller Interface) support on
USB 2.0 connector #1 (-at least one USB 2.0 connector should be enabled for EHCI
support.) The options are Disabled and Enabled.
EHCI2
Select Enabled to enable EHCI (Enhanced Host Controller Interface) support on
USB 2.0 connector #2 (-at least one USB 2.0 connector should be enabled for EHCI
support.) The options are Disabled and Enabled.
XHCI Pre-Boot Drive

Select Enabled to enable XHCI (Extensible Host Controller Interface) support on a
pre-boot drive specified by the user. The options are Enabled and Disabled.
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SATA Configuration
When this submenu is selected, AMI BIOS automatically detects the presence of
the SATA devices that are supported by the Intel PCH chip and displays the fol-
lowing items:
SATA Controller
This item enables or disables the onboard SATA controller supported by the Intel
PCH chip. The options are Enabled and Disabled.
Configure SATA as
Select IDE to configure a SATA drive specified by the user as an IDE drive. Select
AHCI to configure a SATA drive specified by the user as an AHCI drive. Select
RAID to configure a SATA drive specified by the user as a RAID drive. The options
are IDE, AHCI, and RAID.
*If the item above "Configure SATA as" is set to AHCI, the following items will display:
Support Aggressive Link Power Management

When this item is set to Enabled, the SATA AHCI controller manages the power
usage of the SATA link. The controller will put the link to a low power state when
the I/O is inactive for an extended period of time, and the power state will return
to normal when the I/O becomes active. The options are Enabled and Disabled.
SATA Port 0~ Port 5

This item displays the information detected on the installed SATA drive on the
particular SATA port.
• Model number of drive and capacity
• Software Preserve Support
SATA Port 0~ Port 5
Select Enabled to enable a SATA port specified by the user. The options are
Disabled and Enabled.
Port 0 ~ Port 5 Hot Plug

Select Enabled to enable hot-plugging support for a port specified by the user,
which will allow the user to replace a SATA disk drive installed on this port without
shutting down the system. The options are Enabled and Disabled.
Port 0 ~ Port 5 Spin Up Device

On an edge detect from 0 to 1, set this item to allow the PCH to initialize the
device. The options are Enabled and Disabled.
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Port 0 ~ Port 5 SATA Device Type

Use this item to specify if the SATA port specified by the user should be con-
nected to a Solid State drive or a Hard Disk Drive. The options are Hard Disk
Drive and Solid State Drive.
*If the item above "Configure SATA as" is set to IDE, the following items will
display:
Serial ATA Port 0~ Port 5

This item indicates that a SATA port specified by the user is installed (present)
or not.
Port 0 ~ Port 5 SATA Device Type (Available when a SATA port is

detected)
*If the item above "Configure SATA as" is set to RAID, the following items will
display:

SATA RAID Option ROM/UEFI Driver

Select EFI to load the EFI driver for system boot. Select Legacy to load a legacy
driver for system boot. The options are Disabled, EFI, and Legacy.
SATA/sSATA RAID Boot Select

Select SATA Controller to boot the system from a SATA RAID device. Select
sSATA Controller to boot the system from a sSATA RAID device. Select Both to
boot the system either from a SATA RAID device or from an sSATA RAID device.
Please note that the option-Both is not supported by the Windows Server 2012/
R2 OS. The options are Both, SATA Controller, and sSATA Controller.
Serial ATA Port 0~ Port 5

This item displays the information detected on the installed SATA drives on the
particular SATA port.
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SATA Port 0~ Port 5

Select Enabled to enable a SATA port specified by the user. The options are
Port 0 ~ Port 5 Hot Plug

which will allow the user to replace a SATA disk drive installed on this port without
Port 0 ~ Port 5 Spin Up Device

On an edge detect from 0 to 1, set this item to allow the PCH to start a COMRE-
SET initialization to the device. The options are Enabled and Disabled.
Port 0 ~ Port 5 SATA Device Type

sSATA Configuration
When this submenu is selected, AMI BIOS automatically detects the presence of
the SATA devices that are supported by the PCH-sSATA controller and displays
the following items:
sSATA Controller
This item enables or disables the onboard SATA controller supported by the Intel
PCH-sSATA controller. The options are Enabled and Disabled.
Configure sSATA as
Select IDE to configure an sSATA drive specified by the user as an IDE drive. Select
AHCI to configure an sSATA drive specified by the user as an AHCI drive. Select
RAID to configure an sSATA drive specified by the user as a RAID drive. The op-
tions are IDE, AHCI, and RAID.
*If the item above "Configure sSATA as" is set to AHCI, the following items will
display:

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sSATA Port 0~ Port 3

This item displays the information detected on the installed on the sSATA port.
specified by the user.
Select Enabled to enable an sSATA port specified by the user. The options are
sSATA Port 0 ~ Port 3 Hot Plug

which will allow the user to replace a sSATA disk drive installed on this port
without shutting down the system. The options are Enabled and Disabled.
sSATA Port 0 ~ Port 3 Spin Up Device

Port 0 ~ Port 3 sSATA Device Type

Use this item to specify if the sSATA port specified by the user should be con-
*If the item above "Configure sSATA as" is set to IDE, the following items will
display:

This item indicates that an sSATA port specified by the user is installed (pres-
ent) or not.
Port 0 ~ Port 3 sSATA Device Type (Available when a SATA port is

detected)
*If the item above "Configure sSATA as" is set to RAID, the following items will
display:
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sSATA RAID Option ROM/UEFI Driver

Select EFI to load the EFI driver for system boot. Select Legacy to load a legacy
driver for system boot. The options are Disabled, EFI, and Legacy.
SATA/sSATA RAID Boot Select

Select SATA Controller to boot the system from a SATA RAID device. Select
sSATA Controller to boot the system from a sSATA RAID device. Select Both to
boot the system either from a SATA RAID device or from an sSATA RAID device.
Please note that the option-Both is not supported by the Windows Server 2012/
R2 OS. The options are Both, SATA Controller, and sSATA Controller.

This item displays the information detected on the installed sSATA drives on the
particular sSATA port.
Select Enabled to enable an sSATA port specified by the user. The options are
sSATA Port 0 ~ Port 3 Hot Plug

This feature designates this port for hot plugging. Set this item to Enabled for
hot-plugging support, which will allow the user to replace an sSATA drive without
sSATA Port 0 ~ Port 3 Spin Up Device

Port 0 ~ Port 3 sSATA Device Type

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Server ME (Management Engine) Configuration

This feature displays the following system ME configuration settings.
• General ME Configuration
• Operational Firmware Version
• Recovery Firmware Version
• ME Firmware Features
• ME Firmware Status #1
• ME Firmware Status #2
• Current State
• Error Code
PCIe/PCI/PnP Configuration
The following PCI information will be displayed:

PCI Bus Driver Version
PCI Devices Common Settings:
PCI Latency Timer

Use this item to configure the PCI latency timer for a device installed on a PCI bus.
Select 32 to set the PCI latency timer to 32 PCI clock cycles. The options are 32,
64, 96, 128, 160, 192, 224 and 248 (PCI Bus Clocks).
PCI-X Latency Timer

Use this item to configure the PCI-X latency timer for a device installed on a PCI -X
bus. Select 32 to set the PCI-X latency timer to 32 PCI-X clock cycles. The options
are 32, 64, 96, 128, 160, 192, 224 and 248 (PCI Bus Clocks).
PCI PERR/SERR Support

Select Enabled to allow a PCI device to generate a PERR (PCI/PCI-E Parity Error)
or an SERR (System Error) number for a PCI bus error event. The options are
Above 4G Decoding (Available if the system supports 64-bit PCI decoding)

Select Enabled to decode a PCI device that supports 64-bit in the space above 4G
Address. The options are Enabled and Disabled.
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SR-IOV (Available if the system supports Single-Root Virtualization)

Select Enabled for Single-Root IO Virtualization support. The options are Enabled
and Disabled.
Maximum Payload
Select Auto for the system BIOS to automatically set the maximum payload value
for a PCI-E device to enhance system performance. The options are Auto, 128
Bytes, and 256 Bytes.
Maximum Read Request

Select Auto for the system BIOS to automatically set the maximum size for a read
request for a PCI-E device to enhance system performance. The options are Auto,
128 Bytes, 256 Bytes, 512 Bytes, 1024 Bytes, 2048 Bytes, and 4096 Bytes.
ASPM Support
Use this item to set the Active State Power Management (ASPM) level for a PCI-E
device. Select Auto for the system BIOS to automatically set the ASPM level based
on the system configuration. Select Disabled to disable ASPM support. The options
are Disabled and Auto.
Warning: Enabling ASPM support may cause some PCI-E devices to fail!
MMIOHBase
Use this item to select the base memory size according to memory-address map-
ping for the IO hub. The base memory size must be between 4032G to 4078G. The
options are 56T, 48T, 24T, 3T, and 2T.
MMIO High Size

Use this item to select the high memory size according to memory-address mapping
for the IO hub. The options are 256G, 128G, 512G, and 1024G.
PCH Slot1 PCI-E 2.0 x4 (IN x8) (OPROM)/CPU1 Slot2 PCI-E 3.0 x8 (OPROM)/
CPU1 Slot3 PCI-E x8 (OPROM)/CPU2 Slot4 PCI-E 3.0 x4 (IN x8) (OPROM)/
CPU1 Slot5 PCI-E x16 (OPROM)//CPU2 Slot6 PCI-E 3.0x8 (OPROM)
Select Enabled to enable Option ROM support to boot the computer using a de-
vice installed on the slot specified by the user. The options are Disabled, Legacy
and EFI.
Onboard LAN Option ROM Type

Select Enabled to enable Option ROM support to boot the computer using a device
installed on the slot specified by the user. The options are Legacy and EFI.
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Onboard LAN1 Option ROM/Onboard LAN2 Option ROM/Onboard Video

Option ROM
Use this option to select the type of device installed in LAN Port1, LAN Port2
or the onboard video device used for system boot. The default setting for LAN1
Option ROM is PXE, for LAN2 Option ROM is Disabled, and for Onboard Video
Option ROM is Legacy.
VGA Priority
Use this item to select the graphics device to be used as the primary video display
for system boot. The options are Onboard and Offboard.
Network Stack
Select Enabled to enable PXE (Preboot Execution Environment) or UEFI (Uni-
fied Extensible Firmware Interface) for network stack support. The options are
IPv4 PXE Support (Available when Network Stack is set to Enabled)

Set this item to Enabled to activate IPv4 PXE Support. The options are Enabled
and Disabled.
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.
Super IO Configuration
Super IO Chip AST2400
Serial Port 1 Configuration/Serial Port 2 Configuration
Serial Port 1/Serial Port 2

Select Enabled to enable the onboard serial port specified by the user. The options
are Enabled and Disabled.
Device Settings
This item displays the base I/O port address and the Interrupt Request address of
a serial port specified by the user.
Change Port 1 Settings/Change Port 2 Settings

This feature specifies the base I/O port address and the Interrupt Request address
of Serial Port 1 or Serial Port 2. Select Auto for the BIOS to automatically assign
the base I/O and IRQ address to a serial port specified.
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The options for Serial Port 1 are Auto, (IO=3F8h; IRQ=4), (IO=3F8h; IRQ=3, 4, 5,
6, 7, 9, 10, 11, 12), (IO=2F8h; IRQ=3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 9, 10, 11, 12); (IO=3E8h; IRQ=3,
4, 5, 6, 7, 9, 10, 11, 12), and (IO=2E8h; IRQ=3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 9, 10, 11, 12).
The options for Serial Port 2 are Auto, (IO=2F8h; IRQ=3), (IO=3F8h; IRQ=3, 4, 5,
6, 7, 9, 10, 11, 12), (IO=2F8h; IRQ=3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 9, 10, 11, 12); (IO=3E8h; IRQ=3,
4, 5, 6, 7, 9, 10, 11, 12), and (IO=2E8h; IRQ=3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 9, 10, 11, 12).
Serial Port 2 Attribute

Select SOL to use COM Port 2 as a Serial_Over_LAN (SOL) port for console redi-
rection. The options are COM and SOL.
Serial Port Console Redirection
COM 1
COM 1 Console Redirection

Select Enabled to enable COM Port 1 Console Redirection, which will allow a client
machine to be connected to a host machine at a remote site for networking. The
*If the item above set to Enabled, the following items will become available for
configuration:
COM1 Console Redirection Settings

Terminal Type
This feature allows the user to select the target terminal emulation type for Con-
sole Redirection. Select VT100 to use the ASCII Character set. Select VT100+ to
add color and function key support. Select ANSI to use the Extended ASCII Char-
acter Set. Select VT-UTF8 to use UTF8 encoding to map Unicode characters
into one or more bytes. The options are ANSI, VT100, VT100+, and VT-UTF8.
Bits Per second

Use this item to set the transmission speed for a serial port used in Console
Redirection. Make sure that the same speed is used in the host computer and the
client computer. A lower transmission speed may be required for long and busy
lines. The options are 9600, 19200, 38400, 57600 and 115200 (bits per second).
Data Bits
Use this feature to set the data transmission size for Console Redirection. The
options are 7 (Bits) and 8 (Bits).
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Parity
A parity bit can be sent along with regular data bits to detect data transmission
errors. Select Even if the parity bit is set to 0, and the number of 1's in data bits
is even. Select Odd if the parity bit is set to 0, and the number of 1's in data bits
is odd. Select None if you do not want to send a parity bit with your data bits
in transmission. Select Mark to add a mark as a parity bit to be sent along with
the data bits. Select Space to add a Space as a parity bit to be sent with your
data bits. The options are None, Even, Odd, Mark and Space.
Stop Bits
A stop bit indicates the end of a serial data packet. Select 1 Stop Bit for standard
serial data communication. Select 2 Stop Bits if slower devices are used. The
options are 1 and 2.
Flow Control
Use this item to set the flow control for Console Redirection to prevent data
loss caused by buffer overflow. Send a "Stop" signal to stop sending data when
the receiving buffer is full. Send a "Start" signal to start sending data when the
receiving buffer is empty. The options are None and Hardware RTS/CTS.
VT-UTF8 Combo Key Support

Select Enabled to enable VT-UTF8 Combination Key support for ANSI/VT100
terminals. The options are Enabled and Disabled.
Recorder Mode
Select Enabled to capture the data displayed on a terminal and send it as text
messages to a remote server. The options are Disabled and Enabled.
Resolution 100x31
Select Enabled for extended-terminal resolution support. The options are Dis-
abled and Enabled.
Legacy OS Redirection Resolution

Use this item to select the number of rows and columns used in Console Redi-
rection for legacy OS support. The options are 80x24 and 80x25.
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, SCO, ESCN, and VT400.
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Redirection After BIOS Post

Use this feature to enable or disable legacy Console Redirection after BIOS
POST. When the option-BootLoader is selected, legacy Console Redirection is
disabled before booting the OS. When the option- Always Enable is selected,
legacy Console Redirection remains enabled upon OS bootup. The options are
Always Enable and BootLoader.
SOL/COM2
Console Redirection
Select Enabled to use the SOL port for Console Redirection. The options are
user's configuration:
SOL/COM2 Console Redirection Settings

Use this feature to specify how the host computer will exchange data with the client
computer, which is the remote computer used by the user.
Terminal Type
Use this feature to select the target terminal emulation type for Console Redirec-
tion. Select VT100 to use the ASCII Character set. Select VT100+ to add color
and function key support. Select ANSI to use the Extended ASCII Character Set.
Select VT-UTF8 to use UTF8 encoding to map Unicode characters into one or
more bytes. The options are ANSI, VT100, VT100+, and VT-UTF8.
Bits Per second

Use this feature to set the transmission speed for a serial port used in Console
Redirection. Make sure that the same speed is used in the host computer and the
client computer. A lower transmission speed may be required for long and busy
lines. The options are 9600, 19200, 38400, 57600 and 115200 (bits per second).
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. Select Even if the parity bit is set to 0, and the number of 1's in data bits
is even. Select Odd if the parity bit is set to 0, and the number of 1's in data bits
is odd. Select None if you do not want to send a parity bit with your data bits
in transmission. Select Mark to add a mark as a parity bit to be sent along with
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the data bits. Select Space to add a Space as a parity bit to be sent with your
data bits. The options are None, Even, Odd, Mark and Space.
Stop Bits
A stop bit indicates the end of a serial data packet. Select 1 Stop Bit for standard
serial data communication. Select 2 Stop Bits if slower devices are used. The
options are 1 and 2.
Flow Control
Use this feature to set the flow control for Console Redirection to prevent data
loss caused by buffer overflow. Send a "Stop" signal to stop sending data when
the receiving buffer is full. Send a "Start" signal to start data-sending when the
receiving buffer is empty. The options are None and Hardware RTS/CTS.
VT-UTF8 Combo Key Support

Select Enabled to enable VT-UTF8 Combination Key support for ANSI/VT100
terminals. The options are Enabled and Disabled.
Recorder Mode
Select Enabled to capture the data displayed on a terminal and send it as text
messages to a remote server. The options are Disabled and Enabled.
Resolution 100x31
Select Enabled for extended-terminal resolution support. The options are Dis-
abled and Enabled.
Legacy OS Redirection Resolution

Use this feature to select the number of rows and columns used in Console
Redirection for legacy OS support. The options are 80x24 and 80x25.
Putty KeyPad
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, SCO, ESCN, and VT400.
Redirection After BIOS POST

Use this feature to enable or disable legacy Console Redirection after BIOS
POST (Power-On Self-Test). When this feature is set to BootLoader, legacy
Console Redirection is disabled before booting the OS. When this feature is set
to Always Enable, legacy Console Redirection remains enabled upon OS boot.
The options are Always Enable and BootLoader.
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Serial Port for Out-of-Band Management/Windows Emergency

Management Services (EMS)
The submenu allows the user to configure Console Redirection settings to sup-
port Out-of-Band Serial Port management.
Console Redirection
Select Enabled to use a COM port selected by the user for EMS Console Redi-
rection. The options are Enabled and Disabled.
user's configuration:
Out-of-Band Management Port

The feature selects a serial port in a client server to be used by the Windows
Emergency Management Services (EMS) to communicate with a remote host
server. The options are COM1 (Console Redirection) and COM2/SOL (Console
Redirection).
Terminal Type
Use this feature to select the target terminal emulation type for Console Redirec-
tion. Select VT100 to use the ASCII character set. Select VT100+ to add color
and function key support. Select ANSI to use the extended ASCII character set.
Select VT-UTF8 to use UTF8 encoding to map Unicode characters into one or
more bytes. The options are ANSI, VT100, VT100+, and VT-UTF8.
Bits Per Second

This item sets the transmission speed for a serial port used in Console Redirec-
tion. Make sure that the same speed is used in both host computer and the client
computer. A lower transmission speed may be required for long and busy lines.
The options are 9600, 19200, 57600, and 115200 (bits per second).
Flow Control
Use this item to set the flow control for Console Redirection to prevent data
loss caused by buffer overflow. Send a "Stop" signal to stop data-sending when
the receiving buffer is full. Send a "Start" signal to start data-sending when
the receiving buffer is empty. The options are None, Hardware RTS/CTS, and
Software Xon/Xoff.
The setting for each these features is displayed:
Data Bits, Parity, Stop Bits
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ACPI Settings
WHEA Support
Select Enabled to support the Windows Hardware Error Architecture (WHEA) plat-
form and provide a common infrastructure for the system to handle hardware errors
within the Windows OS environment to reduce system crashes and to enhance
system recovery and health monitoring. The options are Enabled and Disabled.
High Precision Timer

Select Enabled to activate the High Precision Event Timer (HPET) that produces
periodic interrupts at a much higher frequency than a Real-time Clock (RTC) does in
synchronizing multimedia streams, providing smooth playback and reducing the de-
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.
NUMA (Available when the OS supports this feature)

Select Enabled to enable Non-Uniform Memory Access support to enhance system
performance. The options are Enabled and Disabled.
Trusted Computing (Available when a TPM device is

installed and detected by the BIOS)
Configuration
Security Device Support

If this feature and the TPM jumper on the motherboard are both set to Enabled,
onboard security devices will be enabled for TPM (Trusted Platform Module) sup-
port to enhance data integrity and network security. Please reboot the system for
a change on this setting to take effect. The options are Enabled and Disabled.
TPM State
Select Enabled to use TPM (Trusted Platform Module) settings to enhance sys-
tem data security. Please reboot your system for any change on the TPM state
to take effect. The options are Disabled and Enabled.
Pending Operation
Use this item to schedule a TPM-related operation to be performed by a security
device for system data integrity. Your system will reboot to carry out a pending TPM
operation upon system reboot. The options are None, Enable Take Ownership,
Disable Take Ownership, and TPM Clear.
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Current Status Information

This item displays the following status of Trusting Computing on this motherboard:
• TPM Enabled Status
• TPM Active Status
• TPM Owner Status
TXT Support
Select Enabled to enable Intel Trusted Execution Technology (TXT) support. The
Note: If the option for TXT Support is set to Enabled, be sure to disable
EV DFX (Device Function On-Hide) support for the system to work prop-
erly. (EV DFX is under "IIO Configuration" in the "Chipset/North Bridge"
submenu on Page 4-10).
Note: For more information on TPM, please refer to the TPM manual at
http://www.supermicro.com/manuals/other/TPM.pdf.
iSCSI Configuration
This item displays iSCSI configuration information:
iSCSI Initiator Name

Use this item to enter the name of the iSCSI Initiator, which is a unique name
used in the world. The name must in the IQN format. The following submenu will
be available for configuration:
Add an Attempt
Delete Attempts
Change Attempt Order
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4-4 Event Logs

Use this feature to configure Event Log settings.
Change SMBIOS Event Log Settings

This feature allows the user to configure SMBIOS Event settings.
Enabling/Disabling Options
SMBIOS Event Log

Select Enabled to enable SMBIOS (System Management BIOS) Event Logging
during system boot. The options are Enabled and Disabled.
Runtime Error Logging Support

Select Enabled to support Runtime Error Logging. The options are Enable and Dis-
able. If this item is set to Enable, the following item will be available for configuration:
Erasing Settings
Erase Event Log

Select Enabled to erase all error events in the SMBIOS (System Management BIOS)
log before an event logging is initialized at bootup. The options are No and Yes.
When Log is Full

Select Erase Immediately to immediately erase all errors in the SMBIOS event log
when the event log is full. Select Do Nothing for the system to do nothing when
the SMBIOS event log is full. The options are Do Nothing and Erase Immediately.
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SMBIOS Event Log Standard Settings
Log System Boot Event

Select Enabled to log system boot events. The options are Disabled and Enabled.
MECI (Multiple Event Count Increment)

Enter the increment value for the multiple event counter. Enter a number between
1 to 255. The default setting is 1.
METW (Multiple Event Count Time Window)

This item is used to determine how long (in minutes) should the multiple event
counter wait before generating a new event log. Enter a number between 0 to 99.
The default setting is 60.
Note: Please reboot the system for the changes to take effect.
View SMBIOS Event Log

This item allows the user to view the event in the SMBIOS event log. Select this
item and press <Enter> to view the status of an event in the log. The following
categories are displayed:
Date/Time/Error Code/Severity
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4-5 IPMI
Use this feature to configure Intelligent Platform Management Interface (IPMI)
settings.
IPMI Firmware Revision

This item indicates the IPMI firmware revision used in your system.
IPMI Status
This item indicates the status of the IPMI firmware installed in your system.
System Event Log
Enabling/Disabling Options
SEL Components
Select Enabled to enable all system event logging support at bootup. The options
are Enabled and Disabled.
Erasing Settings
Erase SEL
Select Yes, On next reset to erase all system event logs upon next system reboot.
Select Yes, On every reset to erase all system event logs upon each system reboot.
Select No to keep all system event logs after each system reboot. The options are
No, Yes, On next reset, and Yes, On every reset.
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When SEL is Full

This feature allows the user to determine what the BIOS should do when the sys-
tem event log is full. Select Erase Immediately to erase all events in the log when
the system event log is full. The options are Do Nothing and Erase Immediately.
Note: After making changes on a setting, be sure to reboot the system for
the changes to take effect.
BMC Network Configuration

The following items will be displayed:
• IPMI LAN Selection
• IPMI Network Link Status
Update IPMI LAN Configuration
Select Yes for the system BIOS to automatically reset the following IPMI settings
at next system boot. The options are Yes and No.
Configuration Address Source (Available when the item above - Update

IPMI LAN Configuration is set to Yes)
Use this item to select the IP address source for this computer. If Static is selected,
you will need to know the IP address of this computer and enter it to the system
manually in the field. If DHCP is selected, AMI BIOS will search for a DHCP (Dy-
namic Host Configuration Protocol) server attached to the network and request the
next available IP address for this computer. The options are DHCP Unspecified,
and Static.
Station IP Address
This item displays the Station IP address for this computer. This should be in decimal
and in dotted quad form (i.e., 192.168.10.253).
Subnet Mask
This item displays the sub-network that this computer belongs to. The value of each
three-digit number is separated by dots and it should not exceed 255.
Station MAC Address

This item displays the Station MAC address for this computer. Mac addresses are
6 two-digit hexadecimal numbers.
Gateway IP Address
This item displays the Gateway IP address for this computer. This should be in
decimal and in dotted quad form (i.e., 192.168.10.253).
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4-6 Security Settings

This menu allows the user to configure the following security settings for the
system.
Password Check
Select Setup for the system to prompt for a password at Setup. Select Always for
the system to prompt for a password at bootup and upon entering the BIOS Setup
utility. The options are Setup and Always.
Administrator Password
Use this feature to set the administrator password which is required before entering
the BIOS setup utility. The length of the password should be from 3 characters to
20 characters long.
User Password (Available after an Administrator Password is entered)

Use this feature to set the user password which is required to enter the BIOS setup
utility. The length of the password should be from 3 characters to 20 characters long.
Secure Boot Menu

The following items will display:
• System Mode
• Secure Boot
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Secure Boot
Select Enable for secure boot support to ensure system security at bootup. The
Secure Boot Mode

This feature allows the user to select the desired secure boot mode for the system.
The options are Standard and Custom.
CSM Support
Select Enabled to enable CSM support to enhance system security. The options
are Disabled and Enabled.
Key Management
Default Key Provision
Select Enable to install all manufacture defaults for the following system security
settings. The options are Disabled and Enabled.
Enroll All Factory Default Keys
This feature allows the user to store security-related boot data in a file of the same
named in the system root folder of your computer.
Save All Secure Boot Variables
This feature allows the user to save the secure boot settings specified by the user.
Platform Key
Delete PK
Select <Yes> to confirm deletion of the Platform Key (PK) from your system.
Set New PK (Platform Key)
Select <Yes> to confirm that a new PK from the factory defaults will be set for your
system. Select No to load the default settings from other sources.
Key Exchange Key (KEK)
Delete KEK (Key Exchange Key)
Select <Yes> to confirm deletion of the KEK from your system.
Set New KEK (Key Exchange Key)
Select <Yes> to confirm that a new KEK from the factory defaults will be set in
the system.
Append KEK (Key Exchange Key)
Select <Yes> to load the new KEK from the manufacture defaults. Select <No> to
load the new KEK from other sources.
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Authorized Signatures
Delete DB (DataBase)
Select <Yes> to confirm deletion of a database from the your system.
Set New DB (DataBase)
Select <Yes> to confirm that a new DB from the factory defaults will be set in the
system.
Append DB (DataBase)
Select <Yes> to load the new database from the manufacture defaults to your
system. Select <No> to load the new database from other sources.
Authorized TimeStamps
Delete DBT (DataBase Timer)
Select <Yes> to confirm deletion of the database timer from the system.
Set New DBT (DataBase Timer)
Select <Yes> to confirm that the new database timer from factory defaults will be
set in the system.
Append DBT (DataBase Timer)
Select <Yes> to load the new database timer from the manufacture defaults. Select
<No> to load the new database timer from other sources
Forbidden Signatures
Delete DBX
Select <Yes> to confirm deletion of the DBX files from the system.
Set New DBX
Select <Yes> to confirm that the new DBX files from the factory defaults will be
set for the system.
Append DBX (DataBase Timer)
Select <Yes> to load the new DBX files from the manufacture defaults to the system.
Select <No> to load the new DBX files from other sources.
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4-7 Boot Settings

Use this feature to configure Boot Settings:
Boot Configuration
Setup Prompt Timeout

Use this item to indicate how many seconds the system shall wait for the BIOS setup
activation key to respond before the system starts to boot. The default setting is 1.
Boot Mode Select

Use this item to select the type of device to be used for system boot. The options
are Legacy, UEFI, and Dual.
Fixed Boot Order Priorities

This option prioritizes the order of bootable devices from which the system will boot.
Press <Enter> on each entry from top to bottom to select devices.
• When the item above -"Boot Mode Select" is set to Dual (default), the following
items will be displayed for configuration:
Dual Boot Order #1 - Dual Boot Order #15

• When the item above -"Boot Mode Select" is set to Legacy, the following items
will be display for configuration:
Legal Boot Order #1 - Legal Boot Order #7
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• When the item above -"Boot Mode Select" is set to UEFI, the following items
will be display for configuration:
UEFI Boot Order #1 - UEFI Boot Order #8
Delete Boot Option
Use this item to select a boot device to delete from the boot priority list.
Delete Boot Option

Select the target boot device to delete from the boot priority list.
Hard Disk Drive BBS Priorities
• Legacy Boot Order #1

Network Drive BBS Priorities

USB Key Drive BBS Priorities

UEFI USB Key Drive BBS Priorities
• UEFI Boot Order #1

Network Drive BBS Priorities

UEFI Application Boot Priorities
• UEFI Boot Order #1
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4-8 Save & Exit

Select the Save & Exit tab from the BIOS setup screen to configure the settings
below.
Discard Changes and Exit

Select this option to quit the BIOS setup without making any permanent changes
to the system configuration, and reboot the computer. Select Discard Changes and
Exit from the Exit menu and press <Enter>.
Save Changes and Reset

When you have completed the system configuration changes, select this option to
leave the BIOS setup utility and reboot the computer for the new system configura-
tion parameters to take effect. Select Save Changes and Exit from the Exit menu
and press <Enter>.
Save Options
Save Changes
When you have completed the system configuration changes, select this option to
save all changes made. This will not reset (reboot) the system.
Discard Changes
Select this option and press <Enter> to discard all the changes and return to the
AMI BIOS Utility Program.
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Restore Optimized Defaults

To set this feature, select Restore Defaults from the Exit menu and press <Enter>.
These are manufacture default 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 <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-
ter>. Use this feature to retrieve user-defined settings that were saved previously.
Boot Override
This feature allows the user to override the Boot priorities sequence in the Boot
menu, and immediately boot the system with another device specified by the user.
This is a one-time override.
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Appendix A: BIOS POST Error Codes
Appendix A
BIOS Error Beep Codes
During the POST (Power-On Self-Test) routines, which are performed at each
system boot, errors may occur.
Non-fatal errors are those which, in most cases, allow the system to continue to
boot. The error messages normally appear on the screen.
Fatal errors will not allow the system to continue with bootup procedure. If a fatal
error occurs, you should consult with your system manufacturer for possible repairs.
These fatal errors are usually communicated through a series of audible beeps.
The numbers on the fatal error list correspond to the number of beeps for the cor-
responding error.
A-1 BIOS Error Beep Codes

X10 Motherboard BIOS Error Beep Codes
Beep Code/LED Error Message Description
1 beep Refresh Ready to boot
5 short beeps + 1 long beep Memory error No memory detected in the system
5 beeps No Con-In or No Con- Con-In includes USB or PS/2 key-

Out devices board, PCI or Serial Console Redirec-
tion, IPMI KVM or SOL.
Con-Out includes Video Controller,

PCI or Serial Console Redirection,
IPMI SOL.
1 beep per device Refresh 1 beep or each USB device detected
X10 IPMI Error Codes
1 Continuous Beep System OH System Overheat
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A-2
Appendix B: Software Installation Instructions
Appendix B
Software Installation Instructions
B-1 Installing Software Programs

The Supermicro website that contains drivers and utilities for your system is located
at http://www.supermicro.com/wftp. Some of these must be installed, such as the
chipset driver.
After accessing the product drivers and utilities page, go into the CDR_Images
directory and locate the ISO file for your motherboard. Download this file to create
a DVD of the drivers and utilities it contains. (You may also use a utility to extract
the ISO file if preferred.)
After creating a DVD with the ISO files, insert the disk into the DVD drive on your
system and the display shown in Figure B-1 should appear.
Another option is to go to the Supermicro website at http://www.supermicro.com/
products/. Find the product page for your motherboard here, where you may
download individual drivers and utilities to your hard drive or a USB flash drive and
install from there.
Note: Please refer to the documents posted on our website at http://www.
supermicro.com/support/manuals/ for additional instructions that may be
applicable to your system.
Figure B-1. Driver/Tool Installation Display Screen
B-1
Click the icons showing a hand writing on the paper to view the readme files for
each item. Click a computer icon to the right of an item to install an item (from top
to bottom) one at a time. After installing each item, you must reboot the system
before proceeding with the next item on the list. The bottom icon with a CD on it
allows you to view the entire contents of the CD.
When making a storage driver diskette by booting into a driver CD, please set the
SATA Configuration to "Compatible Mode" and configure SATA as IDE in the BIOS
Setup. After making the driver diskette, be sure to change the SATA settings back
to your original settings.
B-2 Installing SuperDoctor® 5

The Supermicro SuperDoctor 5 is a hardware monitoring program that functions in
a command-line or web-based interface in Windows and Linux operating systems.
The program monitors 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).
SuperDoctor 5 comes in local and remote management versions and can be used
with Nagios to maximize your system monitoring needs. With SuperDoctor 5 Man-
agement Server (SSM Server), you can remotely control power on/off and reset
chassis intrusion for multiple systems with SuperDoctor 5 or IPMI. SD5 Manage-
ment Server monitors HTTP and SMTP services to optimize the efficiency of your
operation.
Note: The default User Name and Password for SuperDoctor 5 is ADMIN
/ADMIN.
Figure B-2. SuperDoctor 5 Interface Display Screen (Health Information)

Note: The SuperDoctor 5 program and User’s Manual can be downloaded
from the Supermicro web site at http://www.supermicro.com/products/nfo/
sms_sd5.cfm.
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Appendix B: Software Installation Instructions
B-3 Logging into the BMC (Baseboard Management

Controller)
Supermicro ships standard products with a unique password for the BMC user. This
password can be found on a label on the motherboard.
When logging in to the BMC for the first time, please use the unique password
provided by Supermicro to log in. You can change the unique password to a user
name and password of your choice for subsequent logins.
For more information regarding BMC passwords, please visit our website at http://
www.supermicro.com/bmcpassword.
B-3
Notes
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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. If you need to update the BIOS, do not shut down or reset
the system while the BIOS is updating to avoid possible boot failure.
C-1 An Overview to the UEFI BIOS

The Unified Extensible Firmware Interface (UEFI) provides a software-based in-
terface between the operating system and the platform firmware in the pre-boot
environment. The UEFI specification supports an architecture-independent mecha-
nism for add-on card initialization to allow the UEFI OS loader, which is stored in
the add-on card, to boot the system. The UEFI offers a clean, hands-off control to
a computer system at bootup.
C-2 How to Recover the UEFI BIOS Image (-the Main

BIOS Block)
A UEFI BIOS flash chip consists of a recovery BIOS block and a main BIOS block (a
main BIOS image). The boot block contains critical BIOS codes, including memory
detection and recovery codes for the user to flash a new BIOS image if the original
main BIOS image is corrupted. When the system power is on, the boot block codes
execute first. Once it is completed, the main BIOS code will continue with system
initialization and bootup.
Note: Follow the BIOS recovery instructions below for BIOS recovery
when the main BIOS boot crashes. However, when the BIOS boot block
crashes, you will need to follow the procedures below for BIOS recovery.
C-3 To Recover the Main BIOS Block Using a USB-

Attached Device
This feature allows the user to recover a BIOS image using a USB-attached device
without additional utilities used. A USB flash device such as a USB flash drive, or
a USB CD/DVD ROM/RW device can be used for this purpose. However, a USB
Hard Disk drive cannot be used for BIOS recovery at this time.
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The file system supported by UEFI is FAT (including FAT12, FAT16, and FAT32)
installed on a bootable or non-bootable USB-attached device. However, the BIOS
might need several minutes to locate the SUPER.ROM file if the media size be-
comes too large because it contains too many folders and files.
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.
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 "Super.ROM" for BIOS recovery use.
2. Insert the USB device that contains the new BIOS image ("Super.ROM") into
your USB drive and power on the system
3. While powering on the system, please keep pressing <Ctrl> and <Home> si-
multaneously on your keyboard until the following screen (or a screen similar
to the one below) displays.
Warning!! Please stop pressing the <Ctrl> and <Home> keys immediately when you
see the screen (or a similar screen) below; otherwise, it will trigger a system reboot.
Note: On the other hand, if the following screen displays, please load the
"Super.ROM" file to the root folder and connect this folder to the system.
(You can do so by inserting a USB device that contains the new "Super.
ROM" image to your machine for BIOS recovery.)
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Appendix C: UEFI BIOS Recovery
4. After locating the new BIOS binary image, the system will enter the BIOS
recovery menu as shown below.
Note: At this point, you may decide if you want to start with BIOS recovery.
If you decide to proceed with BIOS recovery, follow the procedures below.
5. When the screen as shown above displays, using the arrow key, select the
item "Proceed with flash update" and press the <Enter> key. You will see the
progress of BIOS recovery as shown in the screen below.
Note: Do not interrupt the process of BIOS flashing until it is completed.
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6. After the process of BIOS recovery is completed, 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 FLASH.BAT BIOSname.### at the

prompt.
Note: Do not interrupt this process until BIOS flashing is completed.
9. After seeing the message that BIOS update is completed, unplug the AC
power cable from the power supply to clear the CMOS, and then plug the AC
power cable into the power supply again to power on the system.
10. Press <Del> continuously to enter the BIOS Setup utility.
11. Press <F3> to load default settings.
12. After loading default settings, press <F4> to save the settings and exit the
BIOS Setup utility.
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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. An on-call BIOS boot-block corruption may occur due to a software tool
issue (see the image below) or an unexpected power outage during BIOS updates.
BIOS Boot Block Corruption Occurrence

When a BIOS boot block is corrupted due to an unexpected power outage or a
software tool malfunctioning during BIOS updates, you can still reboot the system
by closing pins 2 and 3 using a cap on Jumper JBR1. When JBR1 is set to pins
2 and 3, the system will boot from a backup boot block pre-loaded in the BIOS by
the manufacturer.
D-1
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).
4. After completing the steps above, power down the system.
5. Close pins 1-2 on Jumper JBR1, and power on the system.
D-2
(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. Accordingly, Supermicro disclaims
any and all liability, and should buyer use or sell such products for use in such ultra-hazardous ap-
plications, it does so entirely at its own risk. Furthermore, buyer agrees to fully indemnify, defend
and hold Supermicro harmless for and against any and all claims, demands, actions, litigation, and
proceedings of any kind arising out of or related to such ultra-hazardous use or sale.

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CPU1 SLOT3 PCI-E 3.0 X8

CPU1 SLOT5 PCI-E 3.0 X16

BIOS OPEN 1st

I-SATA3 OPEN 1st

• " " indicates the location of "Pin 1".

• Jumpers/LED Indicators not indicated are for internal testing only.

I-SGPIO1/2 Seria_Link General Purpose I/O Headers 1/2 (I-SGPIO1

X10DRL-i LED Indicators

CPU • Dual Intel® E5-2600v3/v4 Series Processors (Socket

Note 2: For the latest CPU/memory updates,

• Status Monitor for On/Off Control

Note 1: CPU Maximum Thermal Design Power (TDP) is subject to chassis

Note 2: For IPMI Configuration Instructions, please refer to the Embedded

BMC Boot Flash Idle:0.45W

TPM HEADER BIOS

Temp Sensor FAN SPEED

System Block Diagram

1-2 Processor and Chipset Overview

With support of new Intel Microarchitecture 22nm (E5-2600v3)/14nm (E5-2600v4)

• DDR4 288-pin memory support on Socket R3

1. E5-2600v4 requires Revision 2.0 BIOS (or higher).

2. Intel Node Manager 3.0 support is dependent on the power supply

1-3 Special Features

Recovery from AC Power Loss

1-4 PC Health Monitoring

Fan Status Monitor with Firmware Control

Environmental Temperature Control

System Resource Alert

1-5 ACPI Features

1-6 Power Supply

1-7 Advanced Power Management

Intel® Intelligent Power Node Manager (NM) (Available

Management Engine (ME)

2-1 Standardized Warning Statements

There is a danger of explosion if the battery is replaced incorrectly. Replace the

배터리가 올바르게 교체되지 않으면 폭발의 위험이 있습니다. 기존 배터리와 동일

이 제품은 해당 국가의 관련 법규 및 규정에 따라 폐기되어야 합니다.

2-2 Static-Sensitive Devices

• When handling chips or modules, avoid touching their pins.

2-3 Processor and Heatsink Installation

When receiving a motherboard without a processor pre-installed, make

Refer to the Supermicro website for updates on CPU support.

Installing the LGA2011 Processor