Penguin Computing Relion 2940 Technical Manual

Relion 2940
Efficient and Versatile Intel-based HPC Server Designed for Next-gen Datacenters
Technical Guide Rev. 1.0
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COMPUTING
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Relion 2940 Chassis Manual
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Preface
Before using this information and the product it supports, please read the following general infor­mation.
1. This Service Guide provides you with all technical information relating to the BASIC CON­FIGURATION decided for Penguin Computing’s “global” product offering. To better fit local marketrequirements and enhance product competitiveness, your regional office MAY have decided toextend the functionality of a machine (e.g. add-on card, modem, or extra memory capability).These LOCALIZED FEATURES will NOT be covered in this generic service guide. In suchcases, please contact your regional offices or the responsible personnel/ channel to provide youwith further technical details.
2. Please note WHEN ORDERING SPARE PARTS, you should check the most up-to-date in­formationavailable on your regional web or channel. For whatever reason, if a part number change is made,it will not be noted in the printed Service Guide. For Penguin Computing­AUTHORIZED SERVICEPROVIDERS, your Penguin Computing office may have a DIF­FERENT part number code to thosegiven in the FRU list of this printed Service Guide. You MUST use the list provided by yourregional Penguin Computing office to order FRU parts for repair and service of customer machines.
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Table of Contents
Box Contents 7 Safety, Care and Regulatory Information 8
Chapter 1 Hardware Installation 11
1-1 Installation Precautions 11 1-2 Product Specifications (P er N ode) 12 1-3 System Block Diagram 14
Chapter 2 System Hardware Installation 15
2-1 System Components 16 2-2 Replacing Power Supply Board Cage Cover 17 2-3
Replacing the Motherboard Tray 18 2-4 Removing and Installing the Fan Duc t 19 2-5 Installing the CPU 20
2-6 Installing the Heat Sink 21 2-5 Installing the Memory 23
2-5-1 Four Channel Memory Configurati on 23
2-5-2 Installing a Memory 24
2-6 Installing the PCI Expansion Card 25
2-6-1 Installing Add-on Card (Optional) 26
2-7 Installing the Hard Disk Drive 27 2-8 Replacing the Power Supply 28
Chapter 3 System Appearance 29
1Front View 29
2Rear View 30 3-3 HDD and Nodes Connection 31 3-4 Front Panel LED and Buttons 32 3-4 Rear System Button and LEDs 33 3-5 Hard Disk Drive LEDs 35 3-6 Cable Routing 36
Chapter 4 Motherboard Components 37
4-1 MH70-HD0 Motherboard Components 37 4-2 Jumper Setting 39
Chapter 5 BIOS Setup 40
1Memory Topology 80 2 Memory Thermal 81
3Memory Map 82 5-3-5-4 Memory RAS Configuration 83 5-3-6 IIO Configuration 84 5-3-6-1 IOAT Configuration 85 5-3-6-2 Intel VT for Directed I/O (VT-d) 86 5-3-7 PCH Configuration 87 5-3-7-1 PCH Devices 88 5-3-7-2 PCH SATA Configuration 89 5-3-7-2-1 SATA Mode Options 92 5-3-7-3 USB Configuration 94 5-3-8 Miscellaneous Configuration 95 5-3-9 Server ME Configuration 96 5-3-10 Runtime Error Logging 97 5-3-10-1 Whea Setting 98 5-3-10-2 Memory Error Enabling 99 5-3-10-3 PCI/PCI Error Enabling 100
5-4 Server Management Menu 101
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5-1 The Main Menu 42 5-2
Advanced Menu 45
5-2-
1 Serial Port Console Redirection 46 5-2-2 PCI Subsystem Settings 50 5-2-2-1 PCI Express Settings 52
5-2-3 5-2-4 5-2-5 5-2-6 5-2-7 5-2-8 5-9
Network Stack 54 CSM Configuration 55 Post Report Configuration 57 Trusted Computing 58 USB Configuration 59 Chipset Configuration 60 SIO Configuration 61
5-2-10 iSCSI Configuration 64
5-3 Intel RC Setup Menu 65
5-3-1 Processor Configuration 66
5-3-1-1 Pre-Socket Configuration 69 5-3-2 Advanced Power Management Configuration 71 5-3-2-1 CPU P State Control 72 5-3-2-2 CPU C State Control 73 5-3-2-3 CPU T State Control 74
5-3-3 5-3-4 5-3-5
Common RefCode Configuration 75 QPI Configuration 76 Memory Configuration 78
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5-4-1 5-4-2 5-4-3
System Event Log 103 View FRU Information 104 BMC network configuration 105
5 Security Menu 106
5-5-1 Secure Boot menu 107 5-5-1-1 Key Management 108
6 Boot Menu 110 7 Save & Exit Menu 112 5-8 BIOS POST Codes 114 10 BIOS POST Beep code 118
1 PEI Beep Codes 118 2 DEX Beep Codes 118
5-10 BIOS Recovery Instruction 119
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Box Contents
Relion 2940 System
The box contents above are for reference only and the actual items shall depend on the product package you obtain. The box contents are subject to change without notice.
T he motherboar d image is for reference only.
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Safety, Care and Regulatory Informatio n
Important safety information
Read and follow all instructions marked on the product and in the documentation befor e you operateyour sys­tem. Retain all safety and operating instructions for future use.
The product should be operated only from the type of power source indicated on the rating label.* If your computer has a voltage selector switch, make sure that the switch is in the proper position foryour area. The voltage selector switch is set at the factory to the correct voltage.
The plug-socket combination must be accessible at all times because it serves as the main disconnect- ing device.
All product shipped with a three-wire electrical grounding-type plug only fits into a grounding-type poweroutlet. This is a safety feature. The equipment grounding should be in accordance with local and nationalelectrical codes. The equipment operates safely when it is used in accordance with its marked electricalratings and product usage instructions
Do not use this product near water or a heat source.* Set up the product on a stable work surface or so as to ensure stability of the system.
Openings in the case are provided for ventilation. Do not block or cover these openings. Make sure youprovide adequate space around the system for ventilation when you set up your work area. Never insertobjects of any kind into the ventilation openings.
To avoid electrical shock, always unplug all power cables and modem cables from the wall outletsbefore removing covers.
Allow the product to cool before removing covers or touching internal components.
Precaution for Product with Laser Devices
Observe the following precautions for laser devices:
Do not open the CD-ROM drive, make adjustments, or perform procedures on a laser device other than those specified in the product's documentation.
Only authorized service technicians should repair laser devices.
Precaution for Product with Modems, Telecommunications, ot Local AreaNetwork Options
Observe the following precautions for laser devices:
Do not connect or use a modem or telephone during a lightning storm. There may be a risk of electri- calshock from lightning.
To reduce the risk of fire, use only No. 26 AWG or larger telecommunicati ons line cord.
Do not plug a modem or telephone cable into the network interface controller (NIC) receptacle.
Disconnect the modem cable before opening a product enclosure, touching or installing internalcompo­nents, or touching an uninsulated modem cable or jack.
Do not use a telephone line to report a gas leak while you are in the vicinity of the leak.
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Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Statement Warning This is a class A product. In a domestic environment this product may cause radiointerfer­enceIn which case the user may be required to take adequate measures.
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device,pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection againstharmful interfer­ence when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This equipmentgenerates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance withthe instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of thisequipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user will berequired to correct the interference at his own ex­pense.Properly shielded and grounded cables and connectors must be used in order to meet FCC emission­limits. Neither the provider nor the manufacturer are responsible for any radio or television interferencecaused by using other than recommended cables and connectors or by unauthorized changes ormodifications to this equipment. Unauthorized changes or modifications could void
the user's authority tooperate the equipment.
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1)this device may not cause harmful interference, and
(2)this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired opera­tion.
Canadian Department of Communications Compliance Statement
This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class A limits for radio noise emissions from digitalapparatus as set out in the radio interference regulations of Industry Canada.Le present appareil numerique n'emet pas de bruits radioelectriques depassant les limites applicables auxappareils numeriques de Classe A prescrites dans le reglement sur le brouillage radioelectrique edicte parIndustrie Canada.
Class A equipment
This device has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a class A digital device pursuantPart 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection againstharmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This equipmentgenerate, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy, and if not installed and used in accordancewith the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communication. Operation of thisequipment in a residential area is likely to cause harm­ful interference, in which case the user will berequired to correct the interference at personal expence.
However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If thisdevice does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined bytuning the device off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by on or more ofthe following measures:
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna
Increase the separation between the device and receiver
Connect the device into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver isconnected'Consult the dealer or an experienced radi o/television technician for help.
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WEEE Symbol Statement
The symbol shown below is on the product or on its packaging, which indicates that this product must not be disposed of with other waste. Instead, the device should be taken to the waste collection centers for activation of the treatment, collection, recycling and disposal procedure. The separate collection and recycling of your waste equipment at the time of disposal will help to
conserve natural resources and ensure that it is recycled in a manner that protects human health and the environment. For more information about where you can drop off your waste equipment for recycling, please contact your local government office, your household waste disposal service or where you purchased the product for details of environmentally safe recycling.
w When your electrical or electronic equipment is no longer useful to you, "take it back" to your local or
regional waste collection administration for recycling.
w If you need further assistance in recycling, reusing in your "end of life" product, you may contact us at the
Customer Care number listed in your
product's user's manual and we will be glad to help you with your
effort.
Battery Warning:
Incorrectly installing a battery or using incompatible battery may increase
the risk of ifre explosion. Replace the battery only with the same or equivalent type.
Do not disassemble, crush, punchture batteries.
Do not store or place your battery pack next to or in a heat source such as a fire, heatgenerating
appliance, can or exhaust vent. Heating battery cells to temperatures above 65
o
C (149oF) can
cause explosion or fire.
Do not attempt to open or service batteries. Do not dispose of batteries in a fire or with house­hold waste.
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1 Installation Precautions
The motherboard/system contain numerous delicate electronic circuits and components which can become damaged as a result of electrostatic discharge (ESD). Prior to installation, carefully read the service guide and follow these procedures:
Prior to installation, do not remove or break motherboard S/N (Serial Number) sticker or warranty sticker prov ided by your dealer. These stickers are requir ed for warr anty validation.
Always remove the AC power by unplugging the power cord from the power outlet before installing or removing the motherboard or other hardware components.
When connecting hardware components to the internal connectors on the motherboard, make sure they are connected tightly and secur ely.
When handling the motherboard, avoid touching any metal leads or connector s.
It is best to wear an electrostatic discharge (ESD) wrist strap when handling electronic
components such as a motherboard, CPU or memory. If you do not have an ESD wrist strap, keep your hands dry and first touch a metal object to eliminate static electricity.
Prior to installing the motherboard, please have it on top of an antistatic pad or within an electrostatic shielding container.
Before unplugging the power supply cable from the motherboard, make sure the power supply has been turned off.
Before turning on the power, make sure the power supply voltage has been set according to the local voltage standard.
Before using the product, please verify that all cables and power connectors of your hardware components are connected.
To prevent damage to the motherboard, do not allow screws to come in contact with the motherboard circuit or its components.
Make sure there are no leftover screws or metal components placed on the motherboard or within the computer casing.
Do not place the computer system on an uneven s ur fac e.
Do not place the computer system in a high-temperature environme nt.
Turning on the computer power during the installation process can lead to damage to
system components as w ell as physical harm to the user.
If you are uncertain about any installation steps or have a problem related to the use of the product, please consult a certified computer tec hnician.
Chapter 1 Hardware Installation
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1-2 Product Specifications (Per Node)
CPU Support for Intel® Xeon® E5-2600 V3 series processors in the LGA2011 package
L3 cache varies with CPU Supports Dual QuickPath Interconnect up to 9.6GT/s Enhanced Intel SpeedStep Technology (EIST) Support Intel Virtualization Technology (VT)
Chipset
Intel
®
C612 Express (Wellsburg) Chipset
Memory 16 x 1.2V DDR4 DIMM sockets supporting up to 512GB RDIMM of system memory
16 x 1.2V DDR4 DIMM sockets supporting up to 1TB LRDIMM of system memory Four channel memory architecture DDR4 2133MHz RDIMM memory modules DDR4 2133MHz LR-DIMM memory modules Support for ECC RDIMM/LRDIMM memory modules
LAN Intel
®
82599ES 10GbE LAN controller with QSFP+
Option Intel
®
Fortville 40GbE LAN controller with QSFP+
Realtek RTL8211E supports server management LAN port
Expansion Slot 1 x PCI Express x16 slot, running at x16 (Gen3)
1 x Mezzanine Card, running at x8 (Gen3)
Onboard Graphics
ASPEED
®
AST2400 supports 128MB DDR3 VRAM
Mass Storage 4 x 2.5” Hot-Swap SATA/SAS HDDs
Support for Intel IRSTe SATA RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5, RAID 10
System Fans
8 x 40x40x56mm 23000rpm
USB
Up to 4 USB 3.0 ports ( 2 on the rear panel I/O, 2 additional ports via the USB
brackets connected to the internal USB headers) Internal Connectors
2 x 18-pin power connectors 1 x Front panel header 6 x SATA3 6Gb/s connectors 1 x USB 3.0 header 1 x TPM module connector 1 x SATA SPGIO header 1 x BMC SPGIO header 1 x PMBUS header 1 x IPMB connector 1 x Software RAID key connector 1 x Serial port header 1 x VGA port header
* Penguin Computing reserves the right to make any changes to the product specifications and product­related information without prior notice.
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Rear Panel I/O 2 x USB 2.0/3.0 ports
1 x 10/100/1000 Management LAN port 1 x QSFP LAN port 1 x Serial port 1 x VGA port 1 x Power switch button/LED 1 x ID switch button/LED 1 x Reset button 1 x NMI button 1 x System status LED 2 x LAN Link/Active LED (LAN1/LAN2)
Front Panel LED/Buttons
1 x Power button/LED 1 x ID button/LED 1 x Reset button 2 x LAN LED 1 x HDD Status LED 1 x System LED
I/O Controller
ASPEED
®
AST2400 BMC chip
Hardware Monitor
System voltage detection CPU/System temperature detection
BIOS
1 x 128 Mbit flash AMI BIOS
Environment Ambient Temperature
Relative Humidity
Operating Temperature: 10oC to 35oC Non-operating Temperature: -40oC to 60oC
10-80% operating Humidity (Non-condensing)
System Dimension
447Wx86.8Hx780D (mm)
Electrical Power Supply
2 x Hot-plug 1U PSU 1600W at 80 plus Platinum level AC input 100-127V: DC Output 1000W AC input 200-240V: DC Output 1600W
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1-3 System Block Diagram
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Chapter 2 System Hardware Installation
Pre-installation Instructions Perform the steps below before you open the server or before you remove or repl aceany
component.
Back up all important system and data files before performing any hardwareconfiguration.
Turn off the system and all the peripherals connected to it.
Locate the pin one of the CPU. The CPU cannot be inserted if oriented incorrectly. (Or you may
locate the notches on both sides of the CPU and alignment keys on the CPU socket.)
Apply an even and thin layer of thermal grease on the surface of the CPU.
Do not turn on the computer if the CPU cooler is not installed, otherwise overheating and
damage of the CPU may occur.
Set the CPU host frequency in accordance with the CPU specifications. It is not recommended that the system bus frequency be set beyond hardware specifications since it does not meet the standard requirements for the peripherals. If you wish to set the frequency beyond the standard specifications, please do so according to your hardware specifications including the CPU, graphics card, memory, hard drive, etc.
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2-1 System Components
2
3
4 3
5
5
6
6
7
7
4
5
5
1
Item Decription
1. Power module
2. Power supply board cage
3. PCI Express card
4. Fan duct
5. Memory module
6. System cooling fan
7. Hard drive
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2 Replacing Power Supply Board Cage Cover
Before you remove or install the power supply board cage cover
Make sure the system is not turned on or connected to AC power.
Follow these instructions to remove the power supply board cage cover:
1. Loosen and remove the screw securing the cover.
2. Holding the cage and vertically lift it from the system.
1
2
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2-3 Replacing the Motherboard Tray
Follow these instructions to replace the m otherboard tray:
1. Disconnect the power, SATA, front panel, and mainboard cable connectors.
2. Press the retaining clip on the left side of the tray along the direction of the arrow.
3. At the same time, pull out the tray by using its handle.Pull up the tray handle and slide of the motherboard tray along the direction of the arrow.
1
2
3
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2-4 Removing and Installing the Fan Duct
Follow these instructions to remove/install the fan duct:
1. Lift up to remove the fan duct
2. To install the fan duct, align the fan duct with the guiding groove. Push down the fan duct into chassis until its firmly seats
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5 Installing the CPU
Read the following guidelines before you begin to install the CPU:
Make sure that the motherboard supports the CPU.
Always turn off the computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet before installing
the CPU to prevent hardware damage.
Unplug all cables from the power outlets.
Disconnect all telecommunication cables from their ports.
Place the system unit on a flat and stable surface.
Open the system according to the instructions.
WARNING! Failure to properly turn off the server before you start installing components may cause serious
damage. Do not attempt the procedures described in t he following sections unless you are a qualified service technician.
Follow these instructions to install the CPU:
1. Release then lift up the load lever.
2. Open the retention plate to expose the socket body.
3. Insert the CPU with the correct orientation.
4. Close the retention plate and close the lever to the locked position.
1
2
3
4
CPU0 and CPU1 use the different CPU heat sinks. Please see the f ollowing table for installing the correct CPU heat sink.
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2-6 Installing the Heat Sink
Follow these instructions to install the heat sinks:
1. Apply thermal compound evenly on the top of the CPU.
2. Remove the protective cover from the underside of the heat sink.
3. Place the heat sink(s) on top of the CPU and tighten the four positioning screws.
2
CPU1
CPU0
2
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CPU0 CPU1
P/N: 25ST1-443206-C1R P/N: 25ST1-443205-T4R
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5 Installing the Memory
Read the following guidelines before you begin to install the memory:
Make sure that the motherboard supports the memory. It is recommended that memory of the
same capacity, brand, speed, and chips be used.
Always turn off the computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet before installing
the memory to prevent hardware damage.
Memory modules have a foolproof design. A memory module can be installed in only one
direction. If you are unable to insert the memory, switch the direction.
2-5-1 Four Channel Memory Configuration
The system provides sixteen DDR4 memory sockets and supports Four Channel Technology. After the memory is installed, the BIOS will automatically detect the specifications and capacity of the memory. Enabling Four Channel memory mode will be four times of the original memory bandwidth. The four DDR4 memory sockets are divided into four channels each channel has two memory sockets as following: Channel 1: DIMM_P0_A0/DIMM_P0_A1 (For pimary CPU)/
DIMM_P1_E0/DIMM_P1_E1 (For secondary CPU)
Channel 2: DIMM_P0_B0/DIMM_P0_B1 (For pimary CPU)
DIMM_P1_F0/DIMM_P1_F1 (For secondary CPU)
Channel 3: DIMM_P0_C0/DIMM_P0_C1 (For pimary CPU)
DIMM_P1_G0/DIMM_P1_G1 (For secondary CPU)
Channel 4: DIMM_P0_D0/DIMM_P0_D1 (For pimary CPU)
DIMM_P1_H0/DIMM_P1_H1 (For secondary CPU)
DIMM_P0_A0
DIMM_P0_B0
DIMM_P0_A1
DIMM_P0_B1
DIMM_P0_D1
DIMM_P0_C1 DIMM_P1_E1
DIMM_P0_D0
DIMM_P1_F0
DIMM_P0_C0 DIMM_P1_E0
DIMM_P1_F1
DIMM_P1_G1
DIMM_P1_G0
DIMM_P1_H1
DIMM_P1_H0
Type
Ranks Per DIMM and Data Width
Speed (MT/s);
Slot Per Channel (SPC) and DIMM Per Channel (DPC)
1 Slot Per Channel 2 Slot Per Channel
1DPC 1DPC 2DPC
RDIMM SRx4 2133 2133 1866
RDIMM SRx8 2133 2133 1866
RDIMM DRx8 2133 2133 1866
RDIMM DRx4 2133 2133 1866
LRDIMM QRx4 2133 2133 2133
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2 Installing a Memory
Before installing a memory module, make sure to turn off the computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet to prevent damage to the memory module. Be sure to install DDR3 DIMMs on this motherboard.
Follow these instructions to install the Memory:
1. Insert the DIMM memory module vertically into the DIMM slot, and push it down.
2. Close the plastic clip at both edges of the DIMM slots to lock the DIMM module.
3. Reverse the installation steps when you want to remove the DIMM module.
When only one DIMM is used, it must be populated in memory slot0 first. Memory populated sequence must be followed with slot0/slot1/slot2.
System will not boot normally with incorrect populated sequence .
1
2
2
2
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6 Installing the PCI Expansion Card
Voltages can be present within the server whenever an AC power source is connected. This voltage is present even when the main power switch is in the off position. Ensure that the system
is powered-down and all power sources have been disconnected from the server prior to installing a PCI card.
Failure to observe these warnings could result in personal injury or damage to equipment.
Follow these instructions to PCI Expansion card:
1. Loosen the riser bracket screw.
2. lift the riser bracket slightly.
3. Attach the mini PCI card slot to the riser bracket.
4. Securing the mini PCI card with two screws.
5. Orient the PCI card with the riser guide connector and push into the slot until the PCI card sits in the PCI card connector.
6. Reverse the previous steps to install the riser bracket.
1
2
3
4
5
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1 Installing Add-on Card (Optional)
Voltages can be present within the server whenever an AC power source is connected. This voltage is present even when the main power switch is in the off position. Ensure that the system is powered-down and all power sources have been disconnected from the server prior to installing a PCI card.
Failure to observe these warnings could result in personal injury or damage to equipment.
Follow these instructions to install Add-on card:
1. Remove the fan duct from the system following the steps outlined in 2-4 Removing and Installing the Fan Duct.
2. Remove the rear bracket.
3. Secure the stand-off on the motherboard with screws.
4. Attach the interposer card to the add-on card.
5. Insert the add-on card into the selected slot (MEZZ_1)and secure the card with screws. Make sure that the card is properly seated.
6. Secure the add-on card in place with screws.
1
2
4
5
3
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7 Installing the Hard Disk Drive
Read the following guidelines before you begin to install the Hard disk drive:
Take note of the drive tray orientation before sliding it out.
The tray will not fit back into the bay if inserted incorrectly.
Make sure that the HDD is connected to the HDD connector on the backplane.
Follow these instructions to Hard disk drive:
1. Press the release button.
2. Pull the locking lever to remove the HDD tray.
3. Slide hard disk into blank.
4. Secure the hard drive to the tray with four (4) screws as shown. Do not over tighten thescrews. Slide the blank into the bay until it locks into place.
2
3
4
1
4
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8 Replacing the Power Supply
CAUTION!
In order to reduce the risk of injury from electric shock, disconnect AC power from the power supply before removing it from the system.
Follow these instructions to replace the power supply:
1. Disconnect the three power cables.
2. Pull up the power supply handle.
3. Press the retaining clip on the right side of the power supply along the direction of the arrow.
4. At the same time, pull out the power supply by using its handle.
5. Insert the replacement power supply firmly into the chassis. Connect the AC power cord to the replacement power supply.
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Chapter 3 System Appearance
3-1 Front View
NOTE! For detail LED description, please see the following section: Front Panel LED and Buttons and Rear System Button and LEDs.
No. Decription
1 ID button and LED
2. Power button and LED
3. VGA port
4. USB 3.0 ports
5. HDD bays
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3-2 Rear View
No.
Decription
1.
VGA port
2.
Serial port
3.
Power Button/LED
4.
ID button/LED
5.
Reset Button
6.
NMI button
7.
System status LED
8.
LAN2 Active/Link LED (top)/ LAN1 Active/Link LED (buttom)
9.
QSFP LAN port
10.
10/100/1000 Server management LAN port
11.
USB 3.0 ports
12.
Power supply fan
13.
Power supply module cord socket
12
13
13
1
5 4
3 2
7 8 9 10
11
6
1
5 4
3 2
7 8 9 10
11
6
1 5 2
3 4
6
9 7 8
11 10
1 5 2
3 4
6
9 7 8
11 10
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3-3 HDD and Nodes Connection
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3-4 Front Panel LED and Buttons
1
2
No. Name Color Status
Critical
Description
Event
Power button
1. and LED
Amber
System has power applied to it or ACPI
On No
S0 state
Blink Yes
System is in ACPI S5 state (Power off)
Green On
System has power applied to it or ACPI
No
S0 State
No
System is in ACPI S1 state (Entry S1)
2. ID button and LED
Blue On
N/A
Unit selected for identification.
N/A Off N/A
No identification.
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3-4 Rear System Button and LEDs
1
4 5
7
6
8
9
2 3
No. Name Color Status
Critical
Description
Event
Power button
1. and LED
Green Solid On N/A System is powered on
N/A Off
System is not powered on or in ACPI S5
N/A
state (power off)
System is in ACPI S4 state (hibernate mode)
ID Button
2. and LED
Blue Solid On N/A System identification is active.
N/A Off N/A System identification is disabled.
3. NMI button
Press the button server generates a NMI to the processor if the multiple-bit ECC errors occur, which effectively halt the server.
4. Reset Button Press the button to reset the system. System
5. Status LED
Green Solid On N/A System is operating normally.
Blink
Degrade condition, may
N/A
indicates the following:
CPU failu re
DIMM killed
Amber Solid On Critical condition, may indicates the following:
Power module failure Yes
System fan failure
Power supply voltage issue
System temperature/voltage issue
Blink
Non-critical condition, may indicates the following:
N/A Redundant power module failure
Temperatur e and voltage issue
Chassis intrusion
N/A Off System is not ready.
May indicate the following:
N/A POST error
NMI error
Processor or terminator missing
LAN2 Active/
6. Link LED
Green Solid On
Link between system and network
N/A
or no access
Blink N/A Data transmission or receiving is occurring
N/A Off
N/A No data transmission or receiving is occurring
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LAN1 Active/
7. Link LED
Green Solid On
Link between system and network
N/A
or no access
Blink N/A Data transmission or receiving is occurring
N/A Off
N/A No data transmission or receiving is occurring
1GbE/ Managemt
8. LAN Speed
LED
Yellow On
N/A
1 Gbps data rate
Blink
N/A
Identify 1 Gbps data rate
Green On
N/A
100 Mbps data rate
Blink
N/A
Identify 100 Mbps data rate
N/A
Off
N/A
10 Mbps data rate
1GbE/ Managemt
9. LAN
Link/
Activity LED
Green
On
N/A
Link between system and network or no access
Blink
N/A
Data transmission or receiving is occurring
N/A
Off
N/A
No data transmission or receiving is occurring
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3-5 Hard Disk Drive LEDs
LED
No.
Mode Description Multi-Color LED
LED Active LED Active
Green Amber
1 Non-RAID Hard disk drive is not present Off Off
Hard disk drive is present but not active On Off Hard disk drive is present and active Blink Off
Onboard RAID
Hard disk drive is not present Off Off Hard disk drive is present but not active On Off Hard disk drive is present and active Blink Off
Location On
Blink @ 4 Hz
(Alternative)
RAID failed On On Hard disk drive is rebuilding Blink Blink @ 1 Hz
SAS RAID Card
Hard disk drive is not present Off Off Hard disk drive is present but not active On Off Hard disk drive is present and active Blink Off
Location On
Blink @ 4 Hz
(Alternative)
RAID failed On On Hard disk drive is rebuilding Blink Blink @ 1 Hz
2 Reserve Reserve Reserve Reserve
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3-6 Cable Routing
No. Suggest Cable No. Suggest Cable
1. Front panel I2C Bus cable 2. Front USB cable
3. Front VGA cable 4. Front panel cable
5. HDD back plane board power cable 6. SATA cable
7. SGPIO cable 8. System fan power cable
9. Mainborad power cable 10. PMBus cable
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Chapter 4 Motherboard Components
4-1 MH70-HD0 Motherboard Components
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1 VGA_1 2 F_VGA1 3 COM1 4 COM2 5 SW_PWR1 6 SW_ID 7 SW_RST_NMI 8 LED_STA
9 LED_LAN 10 QSFP_1 11 USB3_LAN1
Code Description
Rear VGA port Front VGA header Rear serial port Front serial port header Power button/LED ID switch button
Reset button (top)/NMI button (buttom) System status LED LAN1 (buttom)/LAN2 (top) Active/Link LEDs QSFP LAN port BMC management LAN port (top)/USB 3.0 ports (buttom)
12 SATA0/ SATA1/ SATA2/ SATA3/ SATA 6Gb/s connectors
SATA4/SATA5
13 BAT1 Battery socket 14 SATA_SGP1 SATA SGPIO header 15 DIMM_P0_A0 Channel 1 slot 0 (for primary CPU) 16 DIMM_P0_A1 Channel 1 slot 1 (for primary CPU) 17 DIMM_P0_B0 Channel 2 slot 0 (for primary CPU) 18 DIMM_P0_B1 Channel 2 slot 1 (for primary CPU) 19 CPU0 Intel LGA2011 Socket R (Primary CPU) 20 CPU1 Intel LGA2011 Socket R (Secondary CPU) 21 DIMM_P1_H1 Channel 4 slot 1 (for secondary CPU) 22 DIMM_P1_H0 Channel 4 slot 0 (for secondary CPU) 23 DIMM_P1_G1 Channel 3 slot 1 (for secondary CPU) 24 DIMM_P1_G0 Channel 3 slot 0 (for secondary CPU) 25 SSI_2X9P1 18 pin power connector 26 ACK_SEL 4 Nodes System and Rack System switch jumper
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45 MEZZ_1 46 ME_UPDATE
BIOS_PWD BIOS_RCVR BIOS_WP ME_RCVR S3_MASK
47 PMBUS 48 PMBUS_SEL 49 BMC_FRB
PCI-E x8 slot (for Mezzanine card/Proprietary slot/ Running at x8) ME update jumper
Clearing Supervisor Password jumper BIOS recovery jumper BIOS write protect jumper ME recovry jumper
S3 Power On Select jumper PMBus header PMbus select jumper Force to Stop FRB Timer jumper
27 FP_1 Front panel header 28 SSI_2X9P2 18 pin power connector 29 DIMM_P1_E0 Channel 1 slot 0 (for secondary CPU) 30 DIMM_P1_E1 Channel 1 slot 1 (for secondary CPU) 31 DIMM_P1_F0 Channel 2 slot 0 (for secondary CPU) 32 DIMM_P1_F1 Channel 2 slot 1 (for secondary CPU) 33 DIMM_P0_C0 Channel 3 slot 0 (for primary CPU) 34 DIMM_P0_C1 Channel 3 slot 1 (for primary CPU) 35 DIMM_P0_D0 Channel 4 slot 0 (for primary CPU) 36 DIMM_P0_D1 Channel 4 slot 1 (for primary CPU) 37 BMC_SGPIO1 BMC SGPIO header 38 F_USB3 USB 3.0 header 39 TPM TPM module connector 40
PCIE_1 PCI-E slot 1 (x16 slot/Running at x16) 41 IPMB IPMB connector 42 LED_BMC BMC firmware readiness LED 43 SW_RAID Software RAID Key jumper 44 CLR_CMOS Clear CMOS jumper
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4-2 Jumper Setting
10
No. Jumper Code Jumper Setting
1.
CLR_CMOS (Clearing CMOS Jumper)
1-2 Close: Normal operation (Default setting) 2-3 Close: Clear CMOS data
2.
ME_UPDATE (ME recovery Jumper)
1-2 Close: ME recovery mode. 2-3 Close: Normal operation. (Default setting)
BIOS_PWD
3. (Clearing Supervisor Password Jumper)
1-2 Close: Normal operation (Default setting) 2-3 Close: Clear supervisor password.
4.
BIOS_RCVR (BIOS Recovery Jumper)
1-2 Close: Normal operation (Default setting) 2-3 Close: BIOS recovery mode.
BIOS_WP
5. (BIOS Write Protect Jumper)
1-2 Close: Normal operation. (Default setting) 2-3 Close: Enable BIOS write protect function.
6.
ME_RCVR (ME Recovery Jumper)
1-2 Close: Normal operation (Default setting) 2-3 Close: ME recovery mode.
7.
S3_MASK (S3 Power On Select Jumper)
1-2 Close: Stop an initial power on when BMC is not ready. 2-3 Close: Keep initial power on. (Default setting)
BMC_FRB
8. (Force to Stop FRB Timer Jumper)
1-2 Close: Normal operation (Default setting) 2-3 Close: Force to Stop FRB Timer.
PMBUS_SEL
9. (PMBus Power Select Jumper)
1-2 Close: PMBus connects to PCH. 2-3 Close: PMBus connects to BMC. (Default setting)
10. ACK_SEL (4 Nodes System and Rack System
Switch Jumper)
1-2 Close: 4 Nodes System. 2-3 Close: Rack System.
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BIOS (Basic Input and Output System) records hardware parameters of the system in the EFI on the motherboard. Its major functions include conducting the Power-On Self-Test (POST) during system startup, saving system parameters and loading operating system, etc. BIOS includes a BIOS Setup program that allows the user to modify basic system configuration settings or to activate certain system features. When the power is turned off, the battery on the motherboard supplies the necessary power to the CMOS to keep the configuration values in the CMOS.
To access the BIOS Setup program, press the <F2> key during the POST when the power is turned on.
Chapter 5 BIOS Setup
BIOS flashing is potentially risky, if you do not encounter problems of using the current BIOS version, it is recommended that you don't flash the BIOS. To flash the BIOS, do it with caution. Inadequate BIOS flashing may result in system malfunction.
It is recommended that you not alter the default settings (unless you need to) to prevent system instability or other unexpected results. Inadequately altering the settings may result in system's failure to boot. If this occurs, try to clear the CMOS values and reset the board to default values. (Refer to the Exit section in this chapter or introductions of the battery/clearing CMOS jumper in Chapter 1 for how to clear the CMOS values.)
BIOS Setup Program Function Keys
<f >< g >
Move the selection bar to select the screen
<h><i >
Move the selection bar to select an item <+> Increase the numeric value or make changes <-> Decrease the numeric value or make changes <Enter> Execute command or enter the submenu <Esc>
Main Menu: Exit the BIOS Setup program
Submenus: Exit current submenu <F1> Show descriptions of general help <F3> Restore the previous BIOS settings for the current submenus <F9> Load the Optimized BIOS default settings for the current submenus <F10> Save all the changes and exit the BIOS Setup program
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Main
This setup page includes all the items in standard compatible BIOS.
Advanced
This setup page includes all the items of AMI BIOS special enhanced features. (ex: Aut o detect fan and temperature status, automatically configure hard disk parameters. )
Intel RC Setup
This setup page includes all the submenu options for configuring the function of processor, network, North Bridge, South Bridge, and System event logs.
Server Management
Server additional features enabled/disabled setup menus.
Security
Change, set, or disable supervisor and user password. Configuration supervisor password allows you to restrict access to the system and BIOS Setup. A superviso r password allows you to make changes in BIOS Setup. A user password only allows you to view the BIOS settings but not to make changes.
Boot
This setup page provides items for configuration of boot sequence.
Exit
Save all the changes made in the BIOS Setup program to the CMOS and exit BIOS Setup. (Pressing <F10> can also carry out this task.) Abandon all changes and the previous settings remain in effect. Pressing <Y> to the confirmation message will exit BIOS Setup. (Pressing <Esc> can also carry out this task.)
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1 The Main Menu
Once you enter the BIOS Setup program, the Main Menu (as shown below) appear s on the screen. Use arrow keys to move among the items and press <Enter> to accept or enter other sub-menu. Main Menu Help The on-screen description of a highlighted setup option is displayed on the bottom line of the Main Menu. Submenu Help While in a submenu, press <F1> to display a help screen (General Help) of function keys available for the menu. Press <Esc> to exit the help screen. Help for each item is in the Item Help block on the right side of the submenu.
When the system is not stable as usual, select the Restore Defaults item to set your system to its defaults.
The BIOS Setup menus described in this chapter are for reference only and may differ by BIOS version.
BIOS Information Porject Name
Display the project name information.
Porject Version
Display version number of the BIOS setup utility.
BIOS Build Date and Time
Displays the date and time when the BIOS setup utility was created.
BMC Information BMC Firmware Version
Display version number of the Firmware setup utility.
SDR Version
Display the SDR version information.
FRU Version
Display the FRU version information.
Processor Information CPU Brand String/Max CPU Speed/CPU Signature/Processors Core/Microcode Patch
Displays the technical specifications for the installed processor.
Memory Information Total Memory
Display the total memory size of the installed memory.
Memory Frequency
Display the frequency information of the installed memory.
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Onboard LAN Information LAN1/LAN2 MAC Address
Display LAN1/LAN2 MAC address information.
System Date
Set the date following the weekday-month-day- year format.
System Time
Set the system time following the hour-minute- second format.
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5-2 Advanced Menu
The Advanced menu display submenu options for configuring the function of various hardware components. Select a submenu item, then press Enter to access the related submenu screen.
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5-2-1 Serial Port Console Redirection
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COM1/COM2/Serial Over LAN Console Redirection Settings Console Redirection
(Note)
Select whether to enable console redirection for specified device. Console redirection enables users to manage the system from a remote location. Options available: Enabled/Disabled. Default setting is Disabled.
Console Redirection Settings Terminal Type
Select a terminal type to be used for console redirection. Options available: VT100/VT100+/ANSI /VT-UTF8. Default setting is ANSI.
Bits per second
Select the baud rate for console redirection. Options available: 9600/19200/38400/57600/115200. Default setting is 115200.
Data Bits
Select the data bits for console redirection. Options available: 7/8. Default setting is 8.
Parity
A parity bit can be sent with the data bits to detect some transmission errors. Even: parity bi is 0 if the num of 1's in the data bits is even. Odd: parity bit is 0 if num of 1's in the data bits is odd. Mark: parity bit is always 1. Space: Parity bit is always 0. Mark and Space Parity do not allow for error detection. Options available: None/Even/Odd/Mark/Space. Default setting is None.
Flow Control
Flow control can prevent data loss from buffer overflow. When sending data, if the receiving buffers are full, a 'stop' signal can be sent to stop the data flow. Once the buffers are empty, a 'start' signal can be sent to re-start the flow. Hardware flow control uses two wires to send start/stop signals. Options available: None/Hardware RTS/CTS. Default setting is None.
Stop Bits
Stop bits indicate the end of a serial data packet. (A start bit indicates the beginning). The standard setting is 1 stop bit. Communication with slow devices may require more than 1 stop bit. Options available: 1/2. Default setting is 1.
VT-UTF8 Combo Key Support
(Note)
Enable/Disable VT-UTF8 Combo Key Support. Options available: Enabled/Disabled. Default setting is Enabled.
Recorder Mode
(Note)
When this mode enabled, only text will be send. This is to capture Terminal data. Options available: Enabled/Disabled.
Resolution 100x31
(Note)
Enables or disables extended terminal resolution. Default setting is Enabled. Options available: Enabled/Disabled.
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Legacy OS Redirection Resolution
(Note)
On Legacy OS, the number of Rows and Columns supported redirection. Options available: 80x24/80X25. Default setting is 80x24.
Putty KeyPad
(Note)
Select function FunctionKey and KeyPad on Putty. Options available: VT100/LINUX/XTERMR6/SCO/ESCN/VT400. Default setting is VT100.
Redirection After BIOS POST
(Note)
This option allows user to enable console redirection after O.S has loaded. Options available: Always Enable/Boot Loader. Default setting is Always Enable.
Out-of-Bnad Mgmt Port
Microsoft Windows Emerency Management Service (EMS) allows for remote management of a Windows Server OS through a serial port. Options available: COM1/COM2. Default setting is COM1.
(Note) Advanced items prompt when this item is defined.
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5-2-2 PCI Subsystem Settings
PCI Express Slot #1/#2 I/O ROM
When enabled, This setting will initialize the device expansion ROM for the related PCI-E slot. Options available: Enabled/Disabled. Default setting is Enabled.
Onboard LAN#1/#2 Controller
Enable/Disable onboard LAN devices. Options available: Enabled/Disabled. Default setting is Enabled.
Onboard LAN #1/#2 I/O ROM
Enable/Disable onboard LAN devices and initialize device expansion ROM. Options available: Enabled/Disabled. Default setting is Disabled.
PCI Devices Common Settings PCI Latency Timer
Val ue to be programmed into PCI Latency Timer Register. Options available: 32 PCI Bus Clocks/64 PCI Bus Clocks/96 PCI Bus Clocks/128 PCI Bus Clocks/160
PCI Bus Clocks/192 PCI Bus Clocks/224 PCI Bus Clocks/248 PCI Bus Clocks/. Default setting is 32 PCI Bus Clocks.
VGA Palette Snoop
Enable/Disable VGA Palette Tegisters Snooping. Options available: Enabled/Disabled. Default setting is Disabled.
Above 4G Decoding
Enable/Disable Above 4G Decoding. Options available: Enabled/Disabled. Default setting is Disabled.
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SR-IOV Support
If system has SR-IOV capable PCIe Devices, this option enables or disables Single Root IO Virtualization Support. Options available: Enabled/Disabled. Default setting is Disabled.
PCI Express Settings
Press [Enter] for configuration of advanced items.
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5-2-2-1 PCI Express Settings
PCI Express Device Register Settings Relaxed Ordering
Enable/DIsable PCI Express Device Relaxed Ordering feature. Options available: Enabled/Disabled. Default setting is
Disabled.
Extended Tag
Wnen this feature is enabled, the system will allow device to use 8-bit Tag field as a requester. Options available: Enabled/Disabled. Default setting is Disabled.
No Snoop
Enable/Disable PCI Express Device No Snoop option. Options available: Enabled/Disabled. Default setting is Enabled.
Maximum Playload
Set maximum playload for PCI Express Device or allow system BIOS to select the value. Options available: Auto/128 Bytes/256 Bytes/512 Bytes/1024 Bytes/2048 Bytes/4096 Bytes. Default setting is Auto.
PCI Express Link Register Settings Extended Synch
Wnen this feature is enabled, the system will allow generation of Extended Synchronization patterns. Options available: Enabled/Disabled. Default setting is Disabled.
Link Training Retry
Define the number of Retry Attempts software wil take to retrain the link if previous training attempt was unsuccessful. Press <+> / <-> keys to increase or decrease the desired val ues.
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Link Training Timeout (us)
Define the number of Microseconds software will wait before polling 'Link Training' bit in Link Status register. Press <+> / <-> keys to increase or decrease the desired values. Value rang is from 10 to 10000 us.
Unpopulated Links
When this item is set to 'Disable Link, the system will operate power save feature for those unpopulated PCI Express links. Options available: Keep Link ON/ Disable Link. Default setting is Keep Link ON.
(Note) This item appears when Network Stack is set to Enabled.
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5-2-3 Network Stack
Network stack
Enable/Disable UEFI network stack. Options available: Enabled/DIsabled. Default setting is Disabled.
Ipv4 PXE Support
(Note)
Enable/Disable Ipv4 PXE feature. Options available: Enabled/DIsabled. Default setting is Enabled.
Ipv6 PXE Support
(Note)
Enable/Disable Ipv6 PXE feature. Options available: Enabled/DIsabled. Default setting is Enabled.
PXE boot wait time
(Note)
Press <+> / <-> keys to increase or decrease the desired values.
Media detect time
(Note)
Press <+> / <-> keys to increase or decrease the desired values.
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5-2-4 CSM Configuration
Compatibility Support Module Configuration CSM Support
Enable/Disable Compatibility Support Module (CSM) support.
Options available: Enabled/Disabled. Default setting is Enabled.
CSM16 Module Version
Display CSM Module version information.
Gate20 Active
Upon Request: GA20 can be disabled using BIOS services. Always: Do not allow disabling GA20; this option is useful when any RT code is executed above 1MB. Options available: Upon Request/Always. Default setting is Upon Request.
Option ROM Messages
Option ROM Messages. Options available: Force BIOS/Keep Current. Default setting is Force BIOS.
INT19 Endless Retry
Enabled: Al lowed headless retry boot Options available: Enabled/Disabled. Default setting is Enabled.
Boot option filter
Determines which devices system will boot to. Options available: UEFI and Legacy/Legacy only/UEFI only. D e fa u lt setting is UEFI and Legacy.
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Option ROM execution Network
Controls the execution UEFI and Legacy PXE OpROM. Options available: Do not launch/UEFI/Legacy. Default setting is Legacy.
Storage
Controls the execution UEFI and Legacy Storage OpR O M . Options available: Do not launch/UEFI/Legacy. Default setting is Legacy.
Video
Controls the execution UEFI and Legacy Vi deo O pR O M . Options available: Do not launch/UEFI/Legacy. Default setting is Legacy.
Other PCI devices
Determines OpROM execution policy for devices other than network, Storage, or Video. Options available: UEFI/Legacy. Default setting is UEFI.
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5-2-5 Post Report Configu ratio n
Post Report Configuration Error Message Report Post Error Message
Enable/Disable Info Error Message support. Options available: Enabled/Disabled. Default setting is Enabled.
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5-2-6 Trusted Computing
Configuration Security Device Support
Select Enabled to activate TPM support feature. Options available: Enabled/Disabled. Default setting is Disabled.
Current Status Information
Display current TPM status information.
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5-2-7 USB Configuration
USB Configuration USB Devices:
Display the USB devices connected to the system.
XHCI Hand-off
Enable/Disable XHCI (USB 3.0) Hand-off support. Options available: Enabled/Disabled. Default setting is Enabled.
EHCI Hand-off
Enable/Disable EHCI (USB 2.0) Hand-off function. Options available: Enabled/Disabled. Default setting is Disabled.
USB Mass Storage Driver Support
(Note)
Enable/Disable USB Mass Storage Driver Support. Options available: Enabled/Disabled. Default setting is Enabled.
Port 60/64 Emulation
Enable I/O port 60h/64h emulation support. This should be enabled for the complete USB Keyboard Legacy support for non-USB aware OS.
Options available: Enabled/Disabled. Default setting is Enabled.
(Note) This item is present only if you attach USB types of device.
(Note) When the power policy is controlled by BMC, please wait for 15-20 seconds for BMC to save the
last power state.
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5-2-8 Chipset Configuration
Restore on AC Power Loss
(Note)
Defines the power state to resume to after a system shutdown that is due to an interruption in AC power. When set to Last State, the system will return to the active power state prior to shutdown. When set to Stay Off, the system remains off after power shutdown. Options available: Last State/Stay Off/Power On. The default setting depends on the BMC setting.
Deep Sleep (EuP)
Enable/Disable Deep Sleep mode.
Options available: Enabled/Disabled. Default setting is Disabled.
Fan Curve Mode
Configure ystem fan curve mode Options available: Full Dpeed Mode/Performance ModeBalanced m ode/Energy Saving Mode.
Default setting is Performance Mode.
Chassis Opened Warning
Enable/Disable Chassis intrusion alter funtion.
Options available: Enabled/Disabled. Default setting is Enabled.
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5-9 SIO Configuration
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AMI SIO Driver Version
Display the AMI SIO driver version information.
Super IO Chip Logical Device(s) Configuration [*Active*] Serial Port 1/2
Press [Enter] for confuguration of advanced i tems.
Serial Port 1 Configuration Use This Device
When enabled allows you to configure the serial port 1 settings. When set to Disabled, displays no configuration for the serial port. Options available: Enabled/Disabled. Default setting is Enabled.
Logical Device Settings: Current:
Display the Serial Port 1 base I/O addressand IRQ.
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Possible:
Configure Serial Port 1 base I/O addressand IRQ. Option available: Use Automatic Settings IO=3F8h; IRQ=4; DMA;/ IO=3F8h; IRQ=3,4,5,7,9,10,11,12; DMA;/ IO=2F8h; IRQ=3,4,5,7,9,10,11,12; DMA;/ IO=3E8h; IRQ=3,4,5,7,9,10,11,12; DMA;/ IO=2E8h; IRQ=3,4,5,7,9,10,11,12; DMA;.
Default setting is Use Automatic Settings.
Serial Port 2 Configuration Use This Device
When enabled allows you to configure the serial port 2 settings. When set to Disabled, displays no configuration for the serial port. Options available: Enabled/Disabled. Default setting is Enabled.
Logical Device Settings: Current:
Display the Serial Port 2 base I/O addressand IRQ.
Possible:
Configure Serial Port 2 base I/O addressand IRQ. Option available: Use Automatic Settings/ IO=2F8h; IRQ=3; DMA;/ IO=3F8h; IRQ=3,4,5,7,9,10,11,12; DMA;/ IO=2F8h; IRQ=3,4,5,7,9,10,11,12; DMA;/ IO=3E8h; IRQ=3,4,5,7,9,10,11,12; DMA;/ IO=2E8h; IRQ=3,4,5,7
,9,10,11,12; DMA;/ Default setting is Use Automatic Settings.
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5-2-10 iSCSI Configuration
iSCSI Initiator Name Add an Attempts
Press [Enter] for configuration of advanced items.
Delete Attempts
Press [Enter] for configuration of advanced items.
Change Attempt Order
Press [Enter] for configuration of advanced items.
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5-3 Intel RC Setup Menu
Intel RC Setup menu displays submenu options for configuring the function of North Bridge and South Bridge. Select a submenu item, then press Enter to access the related submenu screen.
RC Revision
Display Intel RC version information.
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Processor Configuration Pre-Socket Configuration
Press [Enter] for configuration of advanced items.
Processor Socket/Processor ID / Pr ocesso r F r equen cy/P r ocessor Max Raito/ Processor Min Raio/Microcode Revision/L1 Cache RAM/L2 Cache RAM/L3 Cache RAM/
Processor 0/1Version
Displays the technical specifications for the installed processor.
Hyper-Threading [All]
The Hyper Threading Technology allows a single processor to execute two or more separate threads concurrently. When hyper-t hrea ding is enabled, multi-threaded software applications can execute their threads, thereby improving performance.
Options available: Enabled/Disabled. Default setting is Enabled.
Execute Disable Bit
When enabled, the processor prevents the execution of code in data-only memory pages. This provides some protection against buffer overflow attacks. When disabled, the processor will not restrict code execution in any memory area. This makes the processor more vulnerable to buffer overflow attacks. Options available: Enabled/Disabled. Default setting is Enabled.
Enable Intel TXT Support
Enable/Disable Intel Tr usted E xecution Technolog y support function. Options available: Enabled/Disabled. Default setting is Disabled.
VMX (Vanderpool Technology)
Enable/Disable Vanderpool Technology. This will take effect after rebooting the system. Options available: Enabled/Disabled. Default setting is Enabled.
Enable SMX (Intel Safer Mode Extensions Technology)
Enable/Disblae Intel Safer Mode Extensions (SMX) support function. Options available: Enabled/Disabled. Default setting is Disabled.
Hardware Prefetcher
Select whether to enable the speculative prefetch unit of the processor. Options available: Enabled/Disabled. Default setting is Enabled.
Adjacent Cache Line Prefetch
When enabled, cache lines are fetched in pairs. When disabled, only the required cache line is fetched. Options available: Enabled/Disabled. Default setting is Enabled.
DCU Streamer Prefetch
Enable prefetch of next L1 Data line based upon multiple loads in same cache line. Options available: Enabled/Disabled. Default setting is Enabled.
DCU IP Prefetch
Enable prefetch of next L1 Data line based upon sequential load history. Options available: Enabled/Disabled. Default setting is Enabled.
DCU Mode
Configure DCU mode. Options available: 32KB 8Way Without ECC/16KB 4Way With ECC. Default setting is 32KB 8Way Without ECC.
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Direct Cache Access (DCA)
Options available: Auto/Enabled/Disabled. Default setting is Auto.
DCA Prefetch Delay
Options available: Disabled/8/16/24/32/40/48/56/64/72/80/88/96/104/112. Default setting is 32.
X2APIC
Options available: Enabled/Disabled. Default setting is Disabled.
AES-NI
Enable/Disable AES-NI (Intel Advanced Encr ypt ion Standar d New Instructi ons) suppor t f unct ion. Options available: Enabled/Disabled. Default setting is Enabled.
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5-3-1-1 Pre-Socket Configuration
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CPU Socket 0/1 Configuration
Press [Enter] for configuration of advanced items.
Cores Enabled (for CPU socket 0/1)
Number of Cores to enable. 0 means all cores. 14 Cores is available. Press the numeric keys to adjust desired values.
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5-3-2 Advanc ed P ower Manageme nt Configurati on
Advanced Power Management Configuration Power Technology
Option available:Disable/Energy Efficient/Custom. Default setting is Custom.
Config TDP
Options available: Enabled/Disabled. Default setting is Enabled.
Config TDP Level
Options available: Nominal. Default setting is Nominal.
CPU P State Control
Press [Enter] for configuration of advanced items.
CPU C State Control
Press [Enter] for configuration of advanced items.
CPU T State Control
Press [Enter] for configuration of advanced items.
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5-3-2-1 CPU P State Control
EIST (P-State)
Conventional Intel SpeedStep Technology switches both voltage and frequency in tandem between high and low levels in response to processor load. Options available: Enabled/Disabled. Default setting is Enabled.
Turbo Mode
When this item is enabled, tje processor will automatically ramp up the clock speed of 1-2 of its processing cores to improve its performance. When this item is disabled, the processor will not overclock any of its core. Options available: Enabled/Disabled. Default setting is Enabled.
P-state coordination
In HW_ALL mode, the processor hardware is responsible for coordinating the P-state among logical processors dependencies. The OS is responsible for keeping the P-state request up to date on all logical processors. In SW_ALL mode, the OS Power Manager is responsible for coordinating the P-state among logical processors with dependencies and must initiate the transition on all of those Logical Processors.
In SW_ANY mode, the OS Power Manager is responsible for coordinating the P-state among logical processors with dependencies and may initiate the transition on any of those Logical Processors. Options available: HW_ALL/SW_ALL/SW_ANY. Default setting is HW_ALL.
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5-3-2-2 CPU C State Control
Package C State Limit
Configure state for the C-State package limit. Options available: C0/C1 state/C2 state/C6(non Retention) state/C6(Retention) state. Default setting is C6(non Retention) st ate.
CPU C3/C6 Report
Allows you to determine whether to let the CPU enter C3/C6 mode in system halt state. When enabled, the CPU core frequency and voltage will be reduced during system halt state to decrease power consumption. The C3/C6 state is a more enhanced power-saving state than C1.
Options available: Enabled/Disabled. Default setting for C3 is Disabled; default setting for C6 is Enabled.
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5-3-2-3 CPU T State Control
ACPI T-States
Enable/Disable CPU throttling by OS. Thort tling reduces power comsumption. Options available: Enabled/Disabled. Default setting is Enabled.
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5-3-3 Commo n RefCode Configuration
Common RefCode Configuration Isoc Mode
Options available: Enabled/Disabled. Default setting is Disabled.
Numa (Non-Uniform Memory Access)
Options available: Enabled/Disabled. Default setting is Enabled.
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5-3-4 QPI Configuration
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QPI General Configuration
Press [Enter] for configuration of advanced items.
QPI Status
Press [Enter] to view QPI status.
Link Speed Mode
Options available: Slow/Fast. Default setting is Fast.
Link Frequency Select
Options available: 6.4GB/s/8.0GB/s/9.6GB/s/Auto/Auto Limited. Default setting is Auto.
Integrated Memory Controller (iMC) Enforce POR
Enable to enforce POR restrictions for DDR4 frequency and voltage programming. Options available: Enforce POR/Disabled/Enforce Stretch Goals. Default setting is E nfor ce POR.
Memory Frequency
Configure memory frequency. Options available: Auto/1333/1400/1600/1800/1867/2000/2133.
Default setting is Auto.
ECC Support
Options available: Auto/Disabled/Enabled. Default setting is Auto.
Rank Margin Tool
Options available: Auto/Disabled/Enabled. Default setting is Auto.
RMT Pattern Length
Display RMT Pattern Length.
SPD Write Lock
Options available: Enabled/Disabled. Default setting is Enabled.
Memory Topology
Press [Enter] for configuration of advanced items.
Memory Thermal
Press [Enter] for configuration of advanced items.
Memory Map
Press [Enter] for configuration of advanced items.
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5-3-5 Memory Configuration
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Memory RAS Configuration
Press [Enter] for configuration of advanced items.
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5-3-5-1 Memory Topology
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5-3-5-2 Memory Thermal
Set Throttling
Configure Thermal Throttling Mode. Select OLTT or CLTT mode. Options available: Disabled/OLTT/CLTT. Default setting is CLTT.
DIMM Temp Stat
Display DIMM Temp Stat.
MEMHOT Throttling Mode
Options available: Disabled/Output-only/Input-only. Default setting is Input-only.
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5-3-5-3 Memory Map
Socket Interleave Below 4GB
Splits the 0-4GB address space between two sockets, so that both sockets get a chunk of local memory below 4GB. Options available: Disabled/Enabled. Default setting is Disabled.
Channel Interleaving
Options available: Auto/1-way Interleave/2-way Interleave/3-way Int er leave/ 4-way I nter leave. Default setting is Auto.
Rank Interleaving
Options available: Auto/1-way Interleave/2-way Interleave/4-way Int er leave/ 8-way I nter leave. Default setting is Auto.
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5-3-5-4 Memory RAS Configuration
RAS Mode
Enable/Disable RAS modes. Enabling Sparing and Mirroring is not supported. When this item is set to enabled, Sparing will be selected. Options available: Disable/Mirror/Lockstep Mode. Default setting is Disabled.
Lockstep x4 DIMMs
Options available: Auto/Disabled/Enabled. Default setting is Disabled.
Lockstep Rank Sparing
Options available: Auto/Disabled/Enabled. Default setting is Disabled.
Correctable Error Threshold
Press <+> / <-> keys to increase or decrease the desired values.
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5-3-6 IIO Configuration
IIO Configuration EV DFX Features
Set this option to allow DFX Lock Bits to remain clear. Options available: Enabled/Disabled. Default setting is Disabled.
IOAT Configuration
Press [Enter] for configuration of advanced items.
Intel VT for Directed I/O (VT-d)
Press [Enter] for configuration of advanced items.
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5-3-6-1 IOAT Configurati on
IOAT Configuration Enable IOAT
Control to enable/disable IOAT (Intel I/O Acceleration Technology) device. Options available: Enabled/Disabled. Default setting is Disabled.
No Snoop
Enable/Disable PCI Express Device No Snoop option. Options available: Enabled/Disabled. Default setting is Disabled.
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5-3-6-2 Intel VT for Directed I/O (VT-d)
Intel VT for Directed I/O (VT-d) VT-d Azalea VCp Optimizations
Enable/Disable Azalea VCp optimizations. Options available: Enabled/Disabled. Default setting is Disabled.
Intel VT for Directed I/O (VT-d)
Enable/Disable Intel VT for Directed I/O (VT-d) support function. Options available: Enabled/Disabled. Default setting is Enabled.
Interrupt Remapping
Enable/Disable interrupt remapping support function. Options available: Enabled/Disabled. Default setting is Enabled.
Coherency Suuport (Non-Isoch)
Options available: Enabled/Disabled. Default setting is Enabled.
Coherency Suuport (Isoch)
Options available: Enabled/Disabled. Default setting is Enabled.
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5-3-7 PCH Configuration
PCH Configuration PCH Devices
Press [Enter] for configuration of advanced items.
PCH SATA Configuration
Press [Enter] for configuration of advanced items.
USB Configuration
Press [Enter] for configuration of advanced items.
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5-3-7-1 PCH Devices
PCH CRID
Enable/Disable Intel Compatible Revision ID. Options available: Enabled/Disabled. Default setting is Disabled.
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5-3-7-2 PCH SATA Configuration
PCH SATA Configuration SATA Controller(s)
Enable/Disable sSATA controller. Options available: Enabled/Disabled. Default setting is Enabled.
Configure sSATA as
Coonfigure on chip SATA type. IDE Mode: When set to IDE, the SATA controller disables its RAID and AHCI functions and runs in the IDE emulation mode. This is not allowed to access RAID setup utility. RAID Mode: When set to RAID, the SATA controllerenables both its RAID and AHCI functions. You will be allows access the RAID setup utility at boot time. ACHI Mode: When set to AHCI,the SATA controller enables its AHCI functionality. Then the RAID function is disabled and cannot be access the RAID setup utilit y at boot time. Options available: IDE /R A ID/ACHI/Disabled. Default setting is ACHI.
SATA Test Mo de
Enable/Disable SATA Tes t Mode. Options available: Enabled/Disabled. Default setting is Disabled.
SATA RSTe Boot Info
(Note 1)
Enable/Disable SATA RSTe Boot Informati on. Options available: Enabled/Disabled. Default setting is Enabled.
SATA Mode options
(Note 2)
Press [Enter] for configuration of advanced items.
(Note 1) Only Supported When HDD is in RAID Mode. (Note 2) Only Supported When HDD is in AHCI or RAID Mode.
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When SATA Type is set to IDE
(Note) Only Supported When HDD is in AHCI or RAID Mode.
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Support Aggressive Link Power Mana
(Note)
Enable PCH to aggressively enter link power state. Options available: Enabled/Disabled. Default setting is Enabled.
Alternate Device ID on RAID
Enable /Disable Alternate Device ID on RAID mode. Options available: Enabled/Disabled. Default setting is Disabled.
Please note that this option appears when HDD is in RAID Mode.
SATA Port 0/1/2/3/4/5
The category identifies sSATA type of hard disk that are installed in the computer. System will automatically detect HDD type.
Port 0/1/2/3/4/5
Enable/Disable Port 0/1/2/3 device. Options available: Enabled/Disabled. Default setting is Enabled.
Hot Plug (for Port 0/1/2/3/4/5)
(Note)
Enable/Disable HDD Hot-Plug function. Options available: Enabled/Disabled. Default setting is Disabled.
Configured as eSATA
(Note)
Display Hot-Plug supported information.
Spin Up Device (for Port 0/1/2/3/4/5)
(Note)
On an edge detect from 0 to 1, the PCH starts a COM reset initialization to the device. Options available: Enabled/Disabled. Default setting is Disabled.
SATA Device Type
Select sSATA device type. Options available: Hard Disk Drive/Solid State Drive. Default setting is Hard Disk Drive.
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5-3-7-2-1 SATA Mode Options
When SATA Type is set to IDE/AHCI Mode
SATA LED locate
When this option is enabled, LED/SGPIO hardware is attached. Options available: Enabled/Disabled. Default setting is Enabled.
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When SATA Type is set to RAID Mode
SATA LED locate
When this option is enabled, LED/SGPIO hardware is attached. Options available: Enabled/Disabled. Default setting is Enabled.
Intel Rapid Recovery Technology
Enable/Disable Intel Rapid Recovery Technology suppo r t f uncti on. Options available: Enabled/Disabled. Default setting is Enabled.
RAID Option ROM UI banner
Options available: Enabled/Disabled. Default setting is Enabled.
Smart Response Technology
Enable/Disable Intel Smart Response Technology support function. Options available: Enabled/Disabled. Default setting is Enabled.
RAID OROM prompt delay
Options available: 2 Seconds/4 Seconds/6 Seconds/8 Seconds. Default setting is 2 Seconds.
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5-3-7-3 USB Configuration
USB Precondition
Precondition work on USB host conteoller and root ports for faster enumeration. Options available: Enabled/Disabled. Default setting is Disabled.
xHCI Mode
Enable/Disable xHCI (USB 3.0) support function. Options available: Smart Auto/Enabled/Disabled. Default setting is Smart Auto.
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5-3-8 Miscellaneous Configuration
Miscellaneous Configuration Active Video
Select active Video type. Options available: Onboard Device/Offboard Device. Default setting is Offboard Device.
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5-3-9 Server ME Configuration
Greneral ME Configuration Operational Firmware Version
Display Operational Firmware Version information.
Recovery Firmware Version
Display Recovery Firmware Version inform ati on.
ME Firmware Features
Display ME Firmware features information.
ME Firmware Status #1/#2
Display ME Firmware status information.
Current State (for ME Firmware)
Display ME Firmware current status information.
Error Code (for ME Firmware)
Display ME Firmware status error code.
MCTP Bus Owner
Configure MCTP Bus Owner.
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5-3-10 Runtime Error Logging
Runtime Error Logging System Errors
Enable/Disable system error logging function. Options available: Enabled/Disabled. Default setting is Enabled.
S/W Error Injection Support
Enable/Disable software injection error l ogging function. Options available: Enabled/Disabled. Default setting is Enabled.
Whea Settings
Press [Enter] for configuration of advanced items.
Memory Error Enabling
Press [Enter] for configuration of advanced items.
PCI/PCI Error Enabling
Press [Enter] for configuration of advanced items.
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5-3-10-1 Whea Setting
WHEA Support (Windows Hardware Error Architecture)
Enable/Disable WHEA Support. Options available: Enabled/Disabled. Default setting is Enabled.
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5-3-10-2 Memory Error Enabling
Memory Error Enabling Un-Correctable Errors disable Memory
Options available: Enabled/Disabled. Default setting is Disabled.
Memory corrected Errors enabling
Options available: Enabled/Disabled. Default setting is Disabled.
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5-3-10-3 PCI/PCI Error Enabling
PCI-Ex Error Enable
Options available: Yes/No. Default setting is Yes.
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