Supermicro X11SCL-F User Manual

X11SCL-F

USER’S MANUAL

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Preface

Preface

About This Manual

This manual is written for system integrators, IT technicians, and knowledgeable end users.
It provides information for the installation and use of the X11SCL-F motherboard.

About This Motherboard

The Super X11SCL-F motherboard supports an Intel® Xeon® E-2100, 8th Generation Core
i3, Pentium, and Celeron (Socket H4 - LGA 1151) series processor with up to six cores and a
thermal design power (TDP) of up to 95W. Built with the Intel C242 chipset, this motherboard
supports 4-DIMM DDR4 ECC unbuffered (UDIMM) memory (2-DIMM per channel) with speeds
of up to 2666MHz. It features PCI-Express 3.0 slots, SATA 3.0 and dual 1GbE LAN ports,
a Trusted Platform Module (TPM) header, and a M.2 connector with Intel Optane Memory
support. The X11SCL-F is optimized for entry-level general purpose computing with three PCI­Express expansion slots, which is ideal for cloud storage. Please note that this motherboard is
intended to be installed and serviced by professional technicians only. For processor/memory
updates, please refer to our website at http://www.supermicro.com/products/.

Conventions Used in the Manual

Special attention should be given to the following symbols for proper installation and to prevent

damage done to the components or injury to yourself:

Warning! Indicates important information given to prevent equipment/property damage

or personal injury.

Warning! Indicates high voltage may be encountered while performing a procedure.

Important: Important information given to ensure proper system installation or to

relay safety precautions.

Note: Additional Information given to differentiate various models or provides infor­mation for proper system setup.

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Contacting Supermicro

Headquarters

Address: Super Micro Computer, Inc.

980 Rock Ave.

San Jose, CA 95131 U.S.A.

Tel: [phone]

Fax: [phone]

Email: [e-mail] (General Information)

[e-mail] (Technical Support)

Website: www.supermicro.com

Europe

Address: Super Micro Computer B.V.

Het Sterrenbeeld 28, 5215 ML

's-Hertogenbosch, The Netherlands

Tel: [phone]

Fax: [phone]

Email: [e-mail] (General Information)

[e-mail] (Technical Support)

[e-mail] (Customer Support)

Website: www.supermicro.nl

Asia-Pacic

Address: Super Micro Computer, Inc.

3F, No. 150, Jian 1st Rd.

Zhonghe Dist., New Taipei City 235

Taiwan (R.O.C)

Tel: [phone]

Fax: [phone]

Email: [e-mail]

Website: www.supermicro.com.tw

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Table of Contents

Table of Contents

Chapter 1 Introduction

1.1 Checklist ...............................................................................................................................8

Quick Reference ...............................................................................................................11

Quick Reference Table ......................................................................................................12

Motherboard Features .......................................................................................................14

1.2 Processor and Chipset Overview .......................................................................................18

1.3 Special Features ................................................................................................................18

Recovery from AC Power Loss .........................................................................................18

1.4 System Health Monitoring ..................................................................................................18

Onboard Voltage Monitors ................................................................................................18

Fan Status Monitor with Firmware Control .......................................................................19

Environmental Temperature Control .................................................................................19

System Resource Alert......................................................................................................19

1.5 ACPI Features ....................................................................................................................19

1.6 Power Supply .....................................................................................................................20

1.7 Serial Port ...........................................................................................................................20

Chapter 2 Installation

2.1 Static-Sensitive Devices .....................................................................................................21

Precautions .......................................................................................................................21

Unpacking .........................................................................................................................21

2.2 Motherboard Installation .....................................................................................................22

Tools Needed ....................................................................................................................22

Location of Mounting Holes ..............................................................................................22

Installing the Motherboard.................................................................................................23

2.3 Processor and Heatsink Installation ...................................................................................24

Installing the LGA 1151 Processor ....................................................................................24

Installing an Active CPU Heatsink with Fan .....................................................................26

Removing the Heatsink .....................................................................................................28

2.4 Memory Support and Installation .......................................................................................29

Memory Support ................................................................................................................29

General Guidelines for Optimizing Memory Performance ................................................30

DIMM Installation ..............................................................................................................31

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DIMM Removal .................................................................................................................31

2.5 Rear I/O Ports ....................................................................................................................32

2.6 Front Control Panel ............................................................................................................37

2.7 Connectors .........................................................................................................................42

Power Connections ...........................................................................................................42

Headers .............................................................................................................................44

2.8 Jumper Settings .................................................................................................................51

How Jumpers Work ...........................................................................................................51

2.9 LED Indicators ....................................................................................................................54

Chapter 3 Troubleshooting

3.1 Troubleshooting Procedures ..............................................................................................57

Before Power On ..............................................................................................................57

No Power ..........................................................................................................................57

No Video ...........................................................................................................................58

System Boot Failure .......................................................................................................58

Memory Errors ..................................................................................................................58

Losing the System's Setup Conguration .........................................................................59

When the System Becomes Unstable ..............................................................................59

3.2 Technical Support Procedures ...........................................................................................61

3.3 Frequently Asked Questions ..............................................................................................62

3.4 Battery Removal and Installation .......................................................................................63

Battery Removal ................................................................................................................63

Proper Battery Disposal ....................................................................................................63

Battery Installation .............................................................................................................63

3.5 Returning Merchandise for Service ....................................................................................64

Chapter 4 BIOS

4.1 Introduction .........................................................................................................................65

4.2 Main Setup .........................................................................................................................66

4.3 Advanced Setup Congurations .........................................................................................68

4.4 Event Logs .........................................................................................................................91

4.5 IPMI ....................................................................................................................................93

4.6 Security ...............................................................................................................................96

4.7 Boot .................................................................................................................................100

4.8 Save & Exit .......................................................................................................................104

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Appendix A BIOS Codes

A.1 BIOS Error POST (Beep) Codes .....................................................................................106

Appendix B Software Installation

B.1 Installing Software Programs ...........................................................................................108

B.2 SuperDoctor® 5 .................................................................................................................109

Appendix C Standardized Warning Statements

Appendix D UEFI BIOS Recovery

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Chapter 1

Introduction

Congratulations on purchasing your computer motherboard from an industry leader.
Supermicro motherboards are designed to provide you with the highest standards in quality
and performance.

In addition to the motherboard, several important parts that are included with your shipment
are listed below. If anything listed is damaged or missing, please contact your retailer.

1.1 Checklist

Main Parts List

Description Part Number Quantity

Supermicro Motherboard X11SCL-F 1

I/O Shield MCP-260-00042-0N 1

SATA Cables CBL-0044L 6

Quick Reference Guide MNL-2063-QRG 1

Important Links

For your system to work properly, please follow the links below to download all necessary
drivers/utilities and the user’s manual for your server.

• Supermicro product manuals: http://www.supermicro.com/support/manuals/

• Product drivers and utilities: https://www.supermicro.com/wftp/driver/

• Product safety info: http://www.supermicro.com/about/policies/safety_information.cfm

• If you have any questions, please contact our support team: [e-mail]

This manual may be periodically updated without notice. Please check the Supermicro website
for possible updates to the manual revision level.

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Figure 1-1. X11SCL-F Motherboard Image

Chapter 1: Introduction

Note: All graphics shown in this manual were based upon the latest PCB revision
available at the time of publication of the manual. The motherboard you received may
or may not look exactly the same as the graphics shown in this manual.

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Figure 1-2. X11SCL-F Motherboard Layout

ASpeed

AST2500

LEDBMC

JOH1

JPG1

JD1

JWD1

JPME2

CPU SLOT4 PCI-E 3.0 X4(IN X8)

CPU SLOT5 PCI-E 3.0 X4(IN X8)

+

SP1

CPU SLOT6 PCI-E 3.0 X8(IN X16)

(not drawn to scale)

JUIDB1

LE1

VGA

X11SCL-F

REV:1.01

JIPMB1

DESIGNED IN USA

MH11

LAN2

CPU

Intel
i210

LAN1

USB6/7(3.0)

IPMI_LAN

USB0/1

COM2

COM1

FAN4

JPWR2

DIMMA2

DIMMA1

DIMMB1

IPMI CODE

DIMMB2

I-SATA0

I-SATA1

I-SATA2

I-SATA3

USB2/3

USB4/5

USB8/9(3.0)

JL1

JTPM1

BT1

JBT1

I-SATA4

JSD1

+

Intel

C242

I-SATA5

JSD2

I-SGPIO1

I-SGPIO2

MH10

M.2 PCI-E 3.0 X4

LE3

USB10(3.0)

LEDPWR

FANA

JF1

FAN3

MEGERAC
LICENSE

JPI2C1

JF1

PWR

ON

RST

FAIL

PS

LED

UID

NIC

2

NIC

1

LED

HDD

LED

PWR

X

NMI

JPWR1

MAC CODE

BAR CODE

FAN2

FAN1

JSTBY1

Note: Components not documented are for internal testing only.

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Quick Reference

Chapter 1: Introduction

JIPMB1

JOH1
JPG1

JWD1

JD1

JPME2

MH11

SP1

BT1

MH10

USB2/3

JBT1

USB4/5

M.2

PCI-E 3.0 x4

USB8/9 (3.0)

I-SGPIO1

JTPM1

JL1
I-SATA0
I-SATA1
I-SATA2
I-SATA3

JOH1

JPG1

JD1

JL1

JWD1

JPME2

USB2/3

USB4/5

JTPM1

LEDBMC

SLOT5

SLOT4

CPU SLOT4 PCI-E 3.0 X4(IN X8)

+

SP1

BT1

+

JBT1

I-SATA4

JSD1

Intel

C242

I-SATA5

I-SGPIO1

JSD2

USB8/9(3.0)

JSD1

I-SATA4

I-SATA5

JSD2

I-SGPIO2

JUIDB1

LE1

SLOT6

JUIDB1

LE1

ASpeed

AST2500

LEDBMC

CPU SLOT5 PCI-E 3.0 X4(IN X8)

CPU SLOT6 PCI-E 3.0 X8(IN X16)

X11SCL-F

REV:1.01

JIPMB1

DESIGNED IN USA

MH11

MH10

LEDPWR

FANA

FANA

JF1

FAN3

M.2 PCI-E 3.0 X4

USB10(3.0)

I-SGPIO2

LE3

USB10
(3.0)

LE3

JF1

LEDPWR

VGA

VGA

FAN3

MEGERAC
LICENSE

JF1

ON

FAIL

LED

2

1

LED

LED

LAN2

CPU

PWR

RST

PS

UID

NIC

NIC

HDD

PWR

X

NMI

LAN2

LAN1

LAN1

Intel
i210

USB6/7 (3.0)

IPMI_LAN

USB0/1

USB6/7(3.0)

IPMI_LAN

JSTBY1

JSTBY1

USB0/1

MAC CODE

BAR CODE

COM2

FAN2

FAN2

COM1

COM1

FAN1

FAN4

JPWR2

DIMMA2

DIMMA1

DIMMB1

JPI2C1

JPWR1

IPMI CODE

DIMMB2

FAN4

COM2

JPWR2

DIMMA1
DIMMA2

DIMMB1

DIMMB2

CPU

JPI2C1

JPWR1

FAN1

Notes:

• See Chapter 2 for detailed information on jumpers, I/O ports, and JF1 front panel con-

nections.

• " " indicates the location of Pin 1.

• Jumpers/components/LED indicators not indicated are used for internal testing only.

• Use only the correct type of onboard CMOS battery as specied by the manufacturer. Do

not install the onboard battery upside down to avoid possible explosion.

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Quick Reference Table

Jumper Description Default Setting

JBT1 CMOS Clear Open (Normal)

JPG1 VGA Enable Pins 1-2 (Enabled)

JPME2 ME Manufacturing Mode Pins 1-2 (Normal)

JWD1 Watchdog Timer Pins 1-2 (Reset)

LED Description Status

LE1 Unit Identier (UID) LED Solid Blue: Unit Identied

LE3 M.2 LED Blinking Green: Device Working

LEDBMC BMC Heartbeat LED Blinking Green: BMC Normal

LEDPWR Onboard Power LED Solid Green: Power On

Connector Description

BT1 Onboard Battery

COM1, COM2 COM Port, COM Header

FAN1 ~ FAN4 CPU/System Fan Headers

FANA PCH Fan Header

IPMI_LAN Dedicated IPMI LAN Port

I-SATA0 ~ I-SATA5

I-SGPIO1, I-SGPIO2 Serial Link General Purpose I/O Headers

JD1

JF1 Front Control Panel Header

JIPMB1 4-pin BMC External I2C Header (for an IPMI card)

JL1 Chassis Intrusion Header

JOH1 Overheat/Fan Fail LED Header

JPI2C1 Power I2C System Management Bus (SMB) Header

JPWR1 24-pin ATX Power Supply Connector

JPWR2 8-pin Power Connector

JSD1, JSD2 SATA DOM Power Connectors

JSTBY1 Standby Power Header

JTPM1 Trusted Platform Module (TPM)/Port 80 Header

JUIDB1 Unit Identier (UID) Switch

LAN1, LAN2 1GbE LAN Ports

M.2 PCI-E 3.0 x4

MH10, MH11 M.2 Mounting Holes

Intel® PCH SATA 3.0 Ports (with RAID 0, 1, 5, 10)

I-SATA4 and I-SATA5 supports SuperDOM

Power LED Indicator/Speaker Header

(Pins 1-3: Power LED; Pins 4-7: Speaker)

M.2 PCI-E 3.0 x4 Slot

(Supports M-Key 2280 / 22110 and Intel Optane Memory)

Notes: The table above is continued on the next page.

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Connector Description

SLOT4, SLOT5 CPU PCI-E 3.0 x4 (in x8) Slots

SLOT6 CPU PCI-E 3.0 x8 (in x16) Slot

SP1 Onboard Buzzer

USB0/1 Back Panel Universal Serial Bus (USB) 2.0 Ports

USB2/3, USB4/5 Front Accessible USB 2.0 Headers

USB6/7 Back Panel USB 3.1 Gen 1 Ports

USB8/9 Front Accessible USB 3.1 Gen 1 Header

USB10 USB 3.1 Gen 1 Type-A Header

VGA VGA Port

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Motherboard Features

Motherboard Features

CPU

• Supports an Intel Xeon E-2100, 8th Generation Core i3, Pentium, and Celeron (Socket H4 - LGA 1151) series processor

with a thermal design power (TDP) of up to 95W and six cores

Memory

• Up to 64GB of unbuffered (UDIMM) DDR4 (288-pin) ECC memory with speeds of up to 2666MHz in four memory slots

Note: Memory speed support depends on the processor used in the system.

DIMM Size

• Up to 16GB at 1.2V

Note: For the latest CPU/memory updates, please refer to our website at http://www.supermicro.com/products/

motherboard.

Chipset

• Intel C242

Expansion Slots

• Two (2) PCI-Express 3.0 x4 (in x8) Slots (CPU SLOT4, CPU SLOT5)

• One (1) PCI-Express 3.0 x8 (in x16) Slot (CPU SLOT6)

• One (1) M.2 for PCI-Express 3.0 x4 (Supports M-Key 2280 / 22110 and Intel Optane Memory)

Network Controllers

• Intel i210 for Dual 1GbE BASE-T Ports

• One (1) Dedicated IPMI LAN located on the back I/O panel

Baseboard Management Controller (BMC)

• ASpeed AST2500 BMC

Graphics

• Graphics controller via ASpeed AST2500 BMC

I/O Devices

• Serial (COM) Port

• One (1) serial port on the back I/O panel (COM1)

• One (1) front accessible serial port header (COM2)

• SATA 3.0 • Six (6) SATA 3.0 ports at 6Gb/s (I-SATA 0~5 with RAID 0, 1, 5, 10)

• Video (VGA) Port • One (1) VGA connection on the back I/O panel

Notes: The table above is continued on the next page.

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Motherboard Features

Peripheral Devices

• Two (2) USB 2.0 ports on the back I/O panel (USB0/1)

• Two (2) USB 3.1 Gen 1 ports on the back I/O panel (USB6/7)

• Two (2) front accessible USB 2.0 headers with two (2) USB connections each (USB2/3, USB4/5)

• One (1) front accessible USB 3.1 Gen 1 header with two (2) USB connections (USB8/9)

• One (1) USB 3.1 Gen 1 Type-A header (USB10)

BIOS

• 256Mb AMI BIOS

• ACPI 6.0 or later, Plug and Play (PnP), BIOS rescue hot-key, SPI dual/quad speed support, riser card auto detection

support, SMBIOS 2.7 or later

Power Management

• ACPI power management

• Power button override mechanism

• Wake-on-LAN

• Power-on mode for AC power recovery

• Power supply monitoring

®

SPI Flash BIOS

System Health Monitoring

• Onboard voltage monitoring for +12V, +5V, +3.3V, CPU, Memory, VBAT, +5V stdby, +3.3V stdby, +1.8V PCH, +1.05V

PCH, +1.0V PCH, CPU temperature, VRM temperature, PCH temperature, system temperature, and memory temperature

• 4 CPU switch phase voltage regulator

• CPU thermal trip support

• Platform Environment Control Interface (PECI)

Fan Control

• Fan status monitoring via IPMI connections

• Dual cooling zones

• Multi-fan speed control support through onboard BMC

• Five (5) 4-pin fan headers

System Management

• Trusted Platform Module (TPM) support

• SuperDoctor® 5

• Watchdog, Non-maskable Interrupt (NMI), RoHs

• Chassis intrusion header and detection

• Server Platform Service

LED Indicators

• CPU/system overheat LED

• Power/suspend-state indicator LED

• Fan failed LED

• UID/remote UID

• HDD activity LED

• LAN activity LED

Notes: The table above is continued on the next page.

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Dimensions

• 9.6" (W) x 9.6" (L) (243.8mm x 243.8mm)

Note 1: The CPU maximum thermal design power (TDP) is subject to chassis and
heatsink cooling restrictions. For proper thermal management, please check the chas-

sis and heatsink specications for proper CPU TDP sizing.

Note 2: For IPMI conguration instructions, please refer to the Embedded IPMI Con­guration User's Guide available at http://www.supermicro.com/support/manuals/.

Note 3: It is strongly recommended that you change BMC log-in information upon ini­tial system power-on. The manufacture default username is ADMIN and the password

is ADMIN. For proper BMC conguration, please refer to http://www.supermicro.com.

Motherboard Features

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SLOT5

SLOT4

PCIe3.0 x8 (x16)SLOT6

PCIe3.0 x4 (x8)

PCIe3.0 x4 (x8)

Figure 1-3.

C242 System Block Diagram

IMVP 8
4 PHASE
for Vcore

95W

PCI-E X8 Gen3

PCI-E X4 Gen3

PCI-E X4 Gen3

#0-7

#8-11

Skt-H4

LGA1151

#12-15

DMI3

DMI3 x4

Chapter 1: Introduction

#B-1

#B-0

#A-1

#A-0

2666

DDRIV

RJ45

DDR4

BMC Boot Flash

VGA CONN

RJ45

RJ45

Dedicated LAN

RTL8211F-CG

SPI

Temp Sensor

EMC1402-1 *2 at diff SMBUS

RGRMII

AST2500

COM1
Connector

BMC

LAN 2

I210

LAN 1

I210

RMII/NCSI

PCI-E X1 Gen3

PCI-E X1 Gen3

#5

#4

#3

#2

#1

USB 3.0

USB

PCI-E X1 Gen1

USB 2.0

SPI

eSPI

COM2
Header

FRONT PANEL

#22

#21

#2

#14 USB2.0

TPM HEADER
Debug Card

SYSTEM POWER

FAN SPEED

CTRL

Intel

C242

#12~9

MUX

BIOS

PCI-E X4 Gen3

6.0 Gb/S

USB 2.0

SPI

SPI

Reversal

#0

#1

M.2 SSD

#5

#4

#3

#2

#1

SATA

#6

#5

#4

#3

#2

USB

Note: This is a general block diagram and may not exactly represent the features on

your motherboard. See the previous pages for the actual specications of your moth­erboard.

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1.2 Processor and Chipset Overview

Built upon the functionality and capability of the Intel Xeon E-2100, 8th Generation Core
i3, Pentium, and Celeron series processor (Socket H4 - LGA 1151) and the Intel C242

chipset, the X11SCL-F motherboard provides optimized system performance, efcient power

management, and features based on cutting edge technology to address the needs of next-

generation computer users. The X11SCL-F offers maximum I/O exibility and data reliability

in a 14-nm process architecture and is ideal for SMB, embedded storage solutions, and
cloud-computing platforms.

The Intel Xeon E-2100, 8th Generation Core i3, Pentium, and Celeron processor and the
C242 chipset support the following features:

• DDR4 288-pin memory support

• Support of SMBus speeds of up to 400KHz for BMC connectivity

• Improved I/O capabilities to high-storage-capacity congurations

• SPI Enhancements

• BMC supports remote management, virtualization, and the security package for enterprise

platforms

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 System Health Monitoring

Onboard Voltage Monitors

An onboard voltage monitor will continuously scan the voltages of the onboard chipset,
memory, CPU, and battery. 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 dene the

sensitivity of the voltage monitor. Real time voltage levels are displayed in IPMI.

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Fan Status Monitor with Firmware Control

The system health monitor embedded in the BMC chip can check the RPM status of the
cooling fans. The CPU and chassis fans are controlled via lPMI.

Environmental Temperature Control

System Health sensors in the BMC monitor the temperatures and voltage settings of onboard
processors and the system in real time via the IPMI interface. Whenever the temperature of

the CPU or the system exceeds a user-dened 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 air-

ow to your system.

System Resource Alert

This feature is available when used with SuperDoctor 5®. SuperDoctor 5 is used to notify the

user of certain system events. For example, you can congure SuperDoctor 5 to provide you

with warnings when the system temperature, CPU temperatures, voltages, and fan speeds

go beyond a predened range.

1.5 ACPI Features

ACPI stands for Advanced Conguration and Power Interface. The ACPI specication denes
a exible and abstract hardware interface that provides a standard way to integrate power

management features throughout a computer system, including its hardware, operating
system and application software. This enables the system to automatically turn on and off
peripherals such as network cards, hard disk drives, and printers.

In addition to enabling operating system-directed power management, ACPI also provides
a generic system event mechanism for Plug and Play, an operating system-independent

interface for conguration control. ACPI leverages the Plug and Play BIOS data structures

while providing a processor architecture-independent implementation that is compatible with
Windows Server 2016.

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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 where
noisy power transmission is present.

The X11SCL-F motherboard accommodates a 24-pin ATX power supply. Although most power

supplies generally meet the specications required by the CPU, some are inadequate. In

addition, one 12V 8-pin power connection is also required to ensure adequate power to the
system.

Warning: To avoid damaging the power supply or the motherboard, be sure to use
power supplies that contain 24-pins and 8-pins, respectively. Be sure to connect the
power supplies to the 24-pin power connector (JPWR1), and the 8-pin power connector
(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 Specication 2.02 or above and is SSI compliant. (For more information, please refer

to the website at http://www.ssiforum.org/).

1.7 Serial Port

The X11SCL-F motherboard supports two serial communication connections. COM Port 1
and COM Header 2 can be used for input/output. The UART provides legacy speeds with a
baud rate of up to 115.2 Kbps as well as an advanced speed with baud rates of 250 K, 500
K, or 1 Mb/s, which support high-speed serial communication devices.

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Chapter 2

Installation

2.1 Static-Sensitive Devices

Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) can damage electronic com ponents. To avoid damaging your
system board, it is important to handle it very carefully. The following measures are generally

sufcient 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, peripheral 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 computer chassis provides excellent conduc-

tivity between the power supply, the case, the mounting fasteners, and the motherboard.

• Use only the correct type of onboard CMOS battery. Do not install the onboard battery

upside down to avoid possible explosion.

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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2.2 Motherboard Installation

All motherboards have standard mounting holes to t different types of chassis. Make sure

that the locations of all the mounting holes for both the motherboard and the chassis match.
Although a chassis may have both plastic and metal mounting fasteners, 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.

Phillips Screwdriver

(1)

Tools Needed

JOH1

JPG1

JWD1

JPME2

JD1

USB2/3

JBT1

USB4/5

ASpeed

AST2500

LEDBMC

CPU SLOT5 PCI-E 3.0 X4(IN X8)

CPU SLOT4 PCI-E 3.0 X4(IN X8)

SP1

BT1

+

CPU SLOT6 PCI-E 3.0 X8(IN X16)

+

JIPMB1

MH11

MH10

Phillips Screws

JUIDB1

LE1

X11SCL-F

REV:1.01

DESIGNED IN USA

VGA

(7)

CPU

LAN2

Intel
i210

LAN1

USB6/7(3.0)

IPMI_LAN

USB0/1

Standoffs (7)

Only if Needed

COM1

FAN4

COM2

JPWR2

IPMI CODE

DIMMA2

DIMMA1

DIMMB2

DIMMB1

JPI2C1

I-SATA4

JSD1

Intel

C242

I-SATA5

JSD2

I-SGPIO1

I-SGPIO2

M.2 PCI-E 3.0 X4

LE3

USB10(3.0)

LEDPWR

FANA

JF1

FAN3

MEGERAC
LICENSE

JF1

PWR

ON

RST

FAIL

PS

LED

UID

NIC

2

NIC

1

LED

HDD

LED

PWR

X

NMI

MAC CODE

BAR CODE

JSTBY1

FAN2

JPWR1

FAN1

USB8/9(3.0)

JL1

JTPM1

I-SATA0

I-SATA1

I-SATA2

I-SATA3

Location of Mounting Holes

Note: 1) To avoid damaging the motherboard and its components, please do not use

a force greater than 8 lbf-in 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 back of the chassis, if applicable.

2. Locate the mounting holes on the motherboard. See the previous page for the location.

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 other motherboard
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 components might
look different from those shown in this manual.

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2.3 Processor and Heatsink Installation

Warning: When handling the processor package, avoid placing direct pressure on the LGA lands

(gold contacts) of the CPU or CPU socket. Improper installation or socket misalignment can
cause serious damage to the CPU or motherboard, which may result in RMA repairs. Please
read and follow all instructions thoroughly before installing your CPU and heatsink.

Important:

• Always connect the power cord last, and unplug it before adding, removing, or changing

any hardware components. You must install the processor into the CPU socket before you
install the heatsink.

• If you buy a CPU separately, make sure that you use an Intel-certied multi-directional

heatsink only.

• Install the motherboard into the chassis before you install the CPU heatsink.

• When receiving a motherboard without a pre-intstalled processor, check that a plastic

protective cover is on the CPU socket and none of the socket pins are bent. If they are,
contact your retailer.

• Refer to the Supermicro website for updates on CPU support.

Installing the LGA 1151 Processor

1. Press the load lever down to release the load plate from its locking position.

Plastic Protective
Cover

Load Plate

Load Lever

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2. Gently lift the load lever to open the load plate. Remove the plastic protective cover. Do
not touch the CPU socket contacts.

3. Locate the triangle on the CPU and CPU socket, which indicates the location of Pin 1.

Holding the CPU by the edges with your thumb and index nger, align the triangle on

the CPU with the triangle on the socket. The CPU keys (the semi-circle cutouts) may
also be aligned against the socket keys as a guide.

CPU / Socket Keys

4. Carefully lower the CPU straight down into the socket. Do not drop the CPU on the
socket, or move it horizontally or vertically to avoid damaging the CPU or socket.
Inspect the four corners of the CPU to make sure that the CPU is properly installed.

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5. Close the load plate, then gently push down the load lever into its locking position.

CPU properly
installed

Load lever locked

into place

Note: You can only install the CPU in one direction. Make sure it is properly inserted

into the 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 and double-check
that the CPU is properly aligned.

Installing an Active CPU Heatsink with Fan

1. Locate the CPU fan header on the motherboard (FAN1: CPU FAN).

2. Position the heatsink so that its wires are closest to the CPU fan header and are not
interfering with other components.

3. Inspect the CPU fan wires to make sure they are routed through the bottom of the
heatsink.

4. Remove the thin layer of protective lm from the heatsink. CPU overheating may occur if

the protective lm is not removed from the heatsink.

5. Apply the proper amount of thermal grease on the CPU. If your heatsink came with a
thermal pad, please ignore this step.

Thermal Grease

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6. Align the four heatsink fasteners with the mounting holes on the motherboard. Gently
push down the fasteners in a diagonal order (Example: #1 and #2, then #3 and #4) into
the mounting holes until you hear a click. Then lock the fasteners by turning each one
90° clockwise.

2

4

3

1

Push down

Lock

Unlock

7. Once all four fasteners are secured, connect the heatsink fan wire connector to the CPU
fan header.

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Removing the Heatsink

Note: We do not recommend that the CPU or heatsink be removed. However, if you

do need to remove the heatsink, please follow the instructions below to remove the
heatsink and prevent damage done to the CPU or other components.

1. Unplug the power connector from the power supply.

2. Disconnect the heatsink fan connector from the CPU fan header.

3. Gently press down each fastener cap and turn them 90° counter clockwise, then pull the
fasteners upwards to loosen them.

4. Remove the heatsink from the CPU.

Lock

Pull up

Unlock

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2.4 Memory Support and Installation

Note: Check the Supermicro website for recommended memory modules. Exercise

extreme care when installing or removing DIMM modules to prevent any damage.

Memory Support

The X11SCL-F supports up to 64GB of unbuffered (UDIMM) DDR4 (288-pin) ECC memory
(2-DIMM per channel) with speeds of up to 2666MHz in four memory slots. Refer to the tables
below for the recommended DIMM population order and additional memory information.

1 CPU, 4-DIMM Slots

Number of DIMMs Memory Population Sequence

1 DIMMB2

2 DIMMB2 / DIMMA2

(Unbalanced: Not Recommended)

3

4 DIMMB2 / DIMMBA2 / DIMMB1/ DIMMA1

DIMMB2 / DIMMA2 / DIMMB1

DIMM Type

Unbuffered

DDR4 ECC

Ranks Per DIMM

and Data Width

SR

DR

Speed (MT/s), Voltage (V),

DIMM Capacity

(GB)

DRAM Density 1DPC 2DPC

4GB 8GB 1.2V 1.2V

16GB

(4x 4GB DIMMs)

32GB

(4x 8GB DIMMs)

32GB

(4x 8GB DIMMs)

64GB

(4x 16GB DIMMs)

Slot Per Channel (SPC),

and DIMM Per Channel (DPC)

2 Slots Per Channel

2666 2666

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General Guidelines for Optimizing Memory Performance

• The blue slots must be populated rst.

• Always use DDR4 memory of the same type, size, and speed.

• Mixed DIMM speeds can be installed. However, all DIMMs will run at the speed of the

slowest DIMM.

• The motherboard will support odd-numbered modules. However, to achieve the best

memory performance, a balanced memory population is recommended.

JUIDB1

JOH1

JPG1

JD1

CPU SLOT4 PCI-E 3.0 X4(IN X8)

JWD1

JPME2

SP1

LE1

ASpeed

AST2500

LEDBMC

CPU SLOT5 PCI-E 3.0 X4(IN X8)

CPU SLOT6 PCI-E 3.0 X8(IN X16)

X11SCL-F

REV:1.01

JIPMB1

DESIGNED IN USA

+

MH11

VGA

LAN2

CPU

Intel
i210

LAN1

USB6/7(3.0)

IPMI_LAN

USB0/1

COM2

COM1

FAN4

JPWR2

DIMMA2

DIMMA1

DIMMB1

IPMI CODE

DIMMB2

I-SATA0

I-SATA1

I-SATA2

I-SATA3

USB2/3

USB4/5

USB8/9(3.0)

JL1

JTPM1

JBT1

BT1

I-SATA4

JSD1

+

Intel

C242

I-SATA5

JSD2

I-SGPIO1

I-SGPIO2

MH10

M.2 PCI-E 3.0 X4

LE3

USB10(3.0)

LEDPWR

FANA

JF1

FAN3

MEGERAC
LICENSE

JF1

PWR

ON

RST

FAIL

PS

LED

UID

NIC

2

NIC

1

LED

HDD

LED

PWR

X

NMI

DIMMA1

DIMMA2

DIMMB1

JSTBY1

DIMMB2

MAC CODE

BAR CODE

FAN2

JPI2C1

JPWR1

FAN1

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DIMM Installation

1. Insert the desired number of DIMMs
into the memory slots based on the
recommended DIMM population table on
page 29.

2. Push the release tabs outwards on both
ends of the DIMM slot to unlock it.

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. Press the notches on both ends of the
module straight down into the slot until the
module snaps into place.

I-SATA0

I-SATA1

I-SATA2

I-SATA3

JOH1

JPG1

JD1

JL1

JWD1

JPME2

USB2/3

USB4/5

USB8/9(3.0)

JTPM1

BT1

JBT1

ASpeed

AST2500

LEDBMC

CPU SLOT5 PCI-E 3.0 X4(IN X8)

SP1

Intel
C242

I-SATA4

I-SATA5

JSD2

CPU SLOT6 PCI-E 3.0 X8(IN X16)

+

+

M.2 PCI-E 3.0 X4

I-SGPIO1

USB10(3.0)

I-SGPIO2

MH11

MH10

LE3

CPU SLOT4 PCI-E 3.0 X4(IN X8)

JSD1

JIPMB1

LEDPWR

Chapter 2: Installation

JUIDB1

LE1

X11SCL-F

REV:1.01

DESIGNED IN USA

JF1

FANA

VGA

LAN2

CPU

JF1

PWR

ON

RST

FAIL

PS

LED

UID

MEGERAC

NIC

2

LICENSE

NIC
1

LED

HDD

LED

PWR

X

NMI

FAN3

Intel
i210

USB6/7(3.0)

LAN1

JSTBY1

IPMI_LAN

USB0/1

MAC CODE

BAR CODE

FAN2

COM2

COM1

FAN1

FAN4

JPWR2

DIMMA2

DIMMA1

JPI2C1

JPWR1

IPMI CODE

DIMMB2

DIMMB1

6. Press the release tabs to the lock positions
to secure the DIMM module into the slot.

DIMM Removal

Press both release tabs on the ends of the
DIMM socket to unlock it. Once the DIMM
module is loosened, remove it from the
memory slot.

Notches

Release Tabs

Press both notches

straight down into

the memory slot.

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2.5 Rear I/O Ports

See the layout below for the locations and descriptions of the various I/O ports on the rear
of the motherboard.

JUIDB1

CPU SLOT4 PCI-E 3.0 X4(IN X8)

JOH1

JPG1

JWD1

JPME2

JD1

ASpeed

AST2500

LEDBMC

CPU SLOT5 PCI-E 3.0 X4(IN X8)

CPU SLOT6 PCI-E 3.0 X8(IN X16)

+

SP1

JIPMB1

MH11

LE1

X11SCL-F

REV:1.01

DESIGNED IN USA

VGA

CPU

LAN2

Intel
i210

LAN1

USB6/7(3.0)

IPMI_LAN

USB0/1

COM2

COM1

FAN4

JPWR2

DIMMA2

DIMMA1

DIMMB1

IPMI CODE

DIMMB2

M.2 PCI-E 3.0 X4

LE3

USB10(3.0)

I-SGPIO2

MH10

LEDPWR

FANA

JF1

PWR

ON

RST

FAIL

PS

LED

UID

MEGERAC

NIC

2

LICENSE

NIC

1

LED

HDD

LED

FAN3

PWR

X
NMI

JSTBY1

JF1

I-SATA0

I-SATA1

I-SATA2

I-SATA3

USB2/3

USB4/5

JL1

JTPM1

JBT1

USB8/9(3.0)

BT1

+

Intel

C242

I-SATA4

I-SATA5

I-SGPIO1

JSD1

JSD2

Back I/O Panel Port Locations and Denitions

2

MAC CODE

BAR CODE

FAN2

JPI2C1

JPWR1

FAN1

1

3

4

5

6

7

8

# Description # Description

1 COM1 6 USB6 (USB 3.1 Gen 1)

2 Dedicated IPMI LAN 7 LAN1

3 USB1 8 LAN2

4 USB0 9 VGA Port

5 USB7 (USB 3.1 Gen 1) 10 UID Switch

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COM Port

There is one COM port (COM1) on the back I/O panel and one COM header (COM2) on the
motherboard. The COM port and header provide serial communication support.

COM Port

Pin Denitions

Pin# Denition Pin# Denition

1 DCD 6 DSR

2 RXD 7 RTS

3 TXD 8 CTS

4 DTR 9 RI

5 GND 10 N/A

VGA Port

The onboard VGA port is located next to LAN2 on the back I/O panel. Use this connection
for VGA display.

I-SATA0

I-SATA1

I-SATA2

I-SATA3

CPU SLOT4 PCI-E 3.0 X4(IN X8)

JOH1

JPG1

JWD1

JPME2

JD1

BT1

USB2/3

JBT1

USB4/5

USB8/9(3.0)

JL1

JTPM1

ASpeed

AST2500

LEDBMC

CPU SLOT5 PCI-E 3.0 X4(IN X8)

+

SP1

+

Intel
C242

I-SATA4

I-SATA5

I-SGPIO1

I-SGPIO2

JSD1

JSD2

3

JUIDB1

LE1

VGA

CPU SLOT6 PCI-E 3.0 X8(IN X16)

X11SCL-F

REV:1.01

JIPMB1

DESIGNED IN USA

MH11

MH10

LEDPWR

FANA

JF1

FAN3

M.2 PCI-E 3.0 X4

LE3

USB10(3.0)

MEGERAC
LICENSE

1

COM1

FAN2

COM2

JPWR2

DIMMA1

JPWR1

FAN1

FAN4

IPMI CODE

DIMMA2

DIMMB1

JPI2C1

DIMMB2

LAN1

USB6/7(3.0)

JSTBY1

IPMI_LAN

USB0/1

2

MAC CODE

BAR CODE

LAN2

Intel
i210

CPU

JF1

PWR

ON

RST

FAIL

PS

LED

UID

NIC

2

NIC

1

LED

HDD

LED

PWR

X

NMI

1. COM1

2. COM2

3. VGA Port

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Universal Serial Bus (USB) Ports

There are two USB 2.0 ports (USB0/1) and two USB 3.1 Gen 1 ports (USB6/7) located on
the back I/O panel. The motherboard also has two front access USB 2.0 headers (USB2/3,
USB4/5) and one front access USB 3.1 Gen 1 header (USB8/9). The USB10 header is USB

3.1 Gen 1 Type-A. The onboard headers can be used to provide front side USB access with
a cable (not included).

Back Panel USB 0/1 (2.0)

Pin Denitions

Pin# Denition Pin# Denition

1 +5V 5 +5V

2 USB_N 6 USB_N

3 USB_P 7 USB_P

4 GND 8 GND

Back Panel USB 6/7 (USB 3.1 Gen 1)

Pin Denitions

Pin# Denition Pin# Denition

A1 VBUS B1 Power

A2 D- B2 USB_N

A3 D+ B3 USB_P

A4 GND B4 GND

A5 Stda_SSRX- B5 USB3_RN

A6 Stda_SSRX+ B6 USB3_RP

A7 GND B7 GND

A8 Stda_SSTX- B8 USB3_TN

A9 Stda_SSTX+ B9 USB3_TP

JUIDB1

LE1

JOH1

JD1

JPG1

JWD1

JPME2

ASpeed

AST2500

LEDBMC

CPU SLOT5 PCI-E 3.0 X4(IN X8)

CPU SLOT4 PCI-E 3.0 X4(IN X8)

SP1

CPU SLOT6 PCI-E 3.0 X8(IN X16)

MH11

+

JIPMB1

X11SCL-F

REV:1.01

DESIGNED IN USA

VGA

LAN2

Intel
i210

CPU

LAN1

4

USB6/7(3.0)

1

IPMI_LAN

USB0/1

COM2

COM1

FAN4

JPWR2

DIMMA2

DIMMA1

Front Panel USB 2/3, 4/5 (2.0)

Pin Denitions

Pin# Denition Pin# Denition

1 +5V 2 +5V

3 USB_N 4 USB_N

5 USB_P 6 USB_P

7 GND 8 GND

9 Key 10 NC

Front Panel USB 8/9 (USB 3.1 Gen 1)

Pin Denitions

Pin# Denition Pin# Denition

1

VBUS 19 Power

2

Stda_SSRX- 18 USB3_RN

3

Stda_SSRX+ 17 USB3_RP

4

GND 16 GND

5

Stda_SSTX- 15 USB3_TN

6

Stda_SSTX+ 14 USB3_TP

7

GND 13 GND

8

D- 12 USB_N

9

D+ 11 USB_P

10 x

Type A USB 10 (USB 3.1 Gen 1)

Pin Denitions

Pin# Denition Pin# Denition

1 VBUS 5 SSRX-

2 USB_N 6 SSRX+

IPMI CODE

3 USB_P 7 GND

4 GND 8 SSTX-

DIMMB2

DIMMB1

9 SSTX+

2

3

5

I-SATA0

I-SATA1

I-SATA2

I-SATA3

USB2/3

USB4/5

JL1

JBT1

USB8/9(3.0)

JTPM1

BT1

MH10

+

JPI2C1

1. USB0/1

2. USB2/3

JSD1

Intel

C242

I-SATA4

I-SATA5

M.2 PCI-E 3.0 X4

I-SGPIO1

LE3

USB10(3.0)

I-SGPIO2

LEDPWR

FANA

JSD2

JF1

PWR

ON

RST

FAIL

PS

LED

UID

MEGERAC

NIC

2

LICENSE

NIC

1

LED

HDD

LED

PWR

JF1

X
NMI

FAN3

JSTBY1

MAC CODE

BAR CODE

FAN2

JPWR1

FAN1

6

3. USB4/5

4. USB6/7

5. USB8/9

6. USB10

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LAN Ports

Two Gigabit Ethernet ports (LAN1, LAN2) are located on the back I/O panel. In addition, a
dedicated IPMI LAN is located above USB0/1. All of these ports accept RJ45 cables. Please
refer to the LED Indicator section for LAN LED information.

LAN Ports

Pin Denition

Pin# Denition Pin# Denition

1 GND 9 TD1+

2 VCC 10 TD1-

3 TD4+ 11 Link 1000 LED

4 TD4- 12 Link 100 LED

5 TD3+ 13 P3V3_Dual

6 TD3- 14 Act LED

7 TD2+ 15 GND

8 TD2- 16 GND

JUIDB1

LE1

VGA

CPU SLOT4 PCI-E 3.0 X4(IN X8)

JOH1

JPG1

JWD1

JPME2

JD1

ASpeed

AST2500

LEDBMC

CPU SLOT5 PCI-E 3.0 X4(IN X8)

CPU SLOT6 PCI-E 3.0 X8(IN X16)

+

SP1

JIPMB1

MH11

X11SCL-F

REV:1.01

DESIGNED IN USA

CPU

LAN2

Intel
i210

LAN1

IPMI LAN

Pin Denition

Pin# Denition Pin# Denition

9 19 GND

10 TD0+ 20

11 TD0- 21

12 TD1+ 22

Act LED

(Yellow)

Link 100 LED

(Green)

Link 1000 LED

(Amber)

13 TD1- 23 SGND

14 TD2+ 24 SGND

15 TD2- 25 SGND

16 TD3+ 26 SGND

17 TD3-

18 GND

1 32

1. LAN1

2. LAN2

3. IPMI LAN

USB6/7(3.0)

IPMI_LAN

USB0/1

COM2

COM1

FAN4

JPWR2

DIMMA2

DIMMA1

DIMMB1

IPMI CODE

DIMMB2

I-SATA0

I-SATA1

I-SATA2

I-SATA3

USB2/3

USB4/5

JL1

JTPM1

BT1

JBT1

USB8/9(3.0)

I-SATA4

JSD1

Intel
C242

I-SATA5

JSD2

+

I-SGPIO1

M.2 PCI-E 3.0 X4

LE3

USB10(3.0)

I-SGPIO2

MH10

LEDPWR

FANA

JPI2C1

JF1

PWR

ON

RST

FAIL

PS

LED

UID

MEGERAC

NIC

2

LICENSE

NIC

1

LED

HDD

LED

FAN3

PWR

X

NMI

MAC CODE

BAR CODE

JSTBY1

JF1

FAN2

JPWR1

FAN1

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Unit Identier Switch/UID LED Indicator

A Unit Identier (UID) switch and an LED indicator are located on the motherboard. The UID

switch is located at JUIDB1, which is next to the VGA port on the back panel. The UID LED
(LE1) is located next to the UID switch. When you press the switch, the LED will be turned

on, which provides easy identication of a system unit that may be in need of service. Press

the switch again to turn off the LED indicator.

Note: UID can also be triggered via IPMI on the motherboard. For more information
on IPMI, please refer to the IPMI User's Guide posted on our website: https://www.

supermicro.com/support/manuals/

CPU SLOT4 PCI-E 3.0 X4(IN X8)

JOH1

JPG1

JWD1

JPME2

JD1

UID Switch

Pin Denitions

Pin# Denition

1 GND

2 GND

3 Button In

4 Button In

ASpeed

AST2500

LEDBMC

CPU SLOT5 PCI-E 3.0 X4(IN X8)

CPU SLOT6 PCI-E 3.0 X8(IN X16)

+

SP1

JIPMB1

MH11

12

JUIDB1

LE1

X11SCL-F

REV:1.01

DESIGNED IN USA

VGA

CPU

LAN2

Intel
i210

LAN1

USB6/7(3.0)

IPMI_LAN

USB0/1

COM2

COM1

UID LED

Pin Denitions

Color Status

Blue: On Unit Identied

FAN4

1. UID Switch

2. UID LED

JPWR2

IPMI CODE

DIMMA2

DIMMA1

DIMMB2

DIMMB1

I-SATA0

I-SATA1

I-SATA2

I-SATA3

USB2/3

USB4/5

JL1

JTPM1

BT1

JBT1

USB8/9(3.0)

I-SATA4

JSD1

Intel
C242

I-SATA5

JSD2

+

I-SGPIO1

M.2 PCI-E 3.0 X4

LE3

USB10(3.0)

I-SGPIO2

MH10

LEDPWR

FANA

JPI2C1

JF1

PWR

ON

RST

FAIL

PS

LED

UID

MEGERAC

NIC

2

LICENSE

NIC

1

LED

HDD

LED

FAN3

PWR

X

NMI

MAC CODE

BAR CODE

JSTBY1

JF1

FAN2

JPWR1

FAN1

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Chapter 2: Installation

2.6 Front Control Panel

JF1 contains header pins for various buttons and indicators that are normally located on a

control panel at the front of the chassis. These connectors are designed specically for use
with Supermicro chassis. See the gure below for the descriptions of the front control panel

buttons and LED indicators.

JUIDB1

CPU SLOT4 PCI-E 3.0 X4(IN X8)

JOH1

JPG1

JWD1

JPME2

JD1

ASpeed

AST2500

LEDBMC

CPU SLOT5 PCI-E 3.0 X4(IN X8)

CPU SLOT6 PCI-E 3.0 X8(IN X16)

+

SP1

JIPMB1

MH11

LE1

X11SCL-F

REV:1.01

DESIGNED IN USA

VGA

CPU

LAN2

Intel
i210

LAN1

USB6/7(3.0)

IPMI_LAN

USB0/1

COM2

COM1

FAN4

JPWR2

DIMMA2

DIMMA1

DIMMB1

IPMI CODE

DIMMB2

I-SATA0

I-SATA1

I-SATA2

I-SATA3

USB2/3

USB4/5

USB8/9(3.0)

JL1

JTPM1

JBT1

BT1

I-SATA4

JSD1

Reset

MH10

+

Intel
C242

I-SATA5

JSD2

I-SGPIO1

M.2 PCI-E 3.0 X4

LE3

USB10(3.0)

I-SGPIO2

LEDPWR

FANA

JF1

FAN3

MEGERAC
LICENSE

JF1

Figure 2-1. JF1 Header Pins

1 2

PWR

Power Button

Reset Button

3.3V

UID LED

3.3V Stby

PWR

ON

RST

FAIL

PS

LED

UID

NIC

2

NIC

1

LED

HDD

LED

PWR

X

NMI

Ground

Ground

Power Fail LED

OH/Fan Fail LED

NIC2 Active LED

JSTBY1

MAC CODE

BAR CODE

FAN2

JPI2C1

JPWR1

FAN1

3.3V Stby

UID SW

3.3V

NMI

NIC1 Active LED

HDD LED

PWR LED

X

X

Ground

19

20

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Power Button

The Power Button connection is located on pins 1 and 2 of JF1. Momentarily contacting

both pins will power on/off the system. This button can also be congured 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 four seconds or longer. Refer to the table

below for pin denitions.

Power Button

Pin Denitions (JF1)

Pin# Denition

1 Signal

2 GND

Reset Button

The Reset Button connection is located on pins 3 and 4 of JF1. Attach it to a hardware reset

switch on the computer case to reset the system. Refer to the table below for pin denitions.

Reset Button

Pin Denitions (JF1)

Pin# Denition

3 Reset

4 GND

1 2

PWR

1

2

Reset

Power Button

Reset Button

3.3V

UID LED

3.3V Stby

3.3V Stby

UID SW

3.3V

Ground

Ground

Power Fail LED

OH/Fan Fail LED

NIC2 Active LED

NIC1 Active LED

HDD LED

PWR LED

X

X

1. PWR Button

2. Reset Button

NMI

19

Ground

20

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Power Fail LED

The Power Fail LED connection is located on pins 5 and 6 of JF1. Refer to the table below

for pin denitions.

Power Fail LED

Pin Denitions (JF1)

Pin# Denition

5 3.3V

6 PWR Supply Fail

Ovearheat/Fan Fail and UID LED

Connect an LED cable to pins 7 and 8 of the Front Control Panel to use the Overheat/Fan
Fail LED connections. The LED on pin 8 provides warnings of overheat or fan failure. Refer

to the tables below for pin denitions.

PWR

Reset

OH/Fan Fail Indicator

Status

State Denition

Off Normal

On Overheat

Flashing Fan Fail

Power Button

Reset Button

3.3V

UID LED

2

3.3V Stby

3.3V Stby

1 2

Ground

Ground

Power Fail LED

OH/Fan Fail LED

NIC2 Active LED

NIC1 Active LED

OH/Fan Fail LED

Pin Denitions (JF1)

Pin# Denition

7 UID LED (Blue)

8 OH/FAN Fail LED

1. Power Fail LED

2. UID/OH/Fan Fail LED

1

UID SW

3.3V

NMI

HDD LED

PWR LED

X

19

20

X

Ground

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NIC1/NIC2 (LAN1/LAN2)

The Network Interface Controller (NIC) LED connection for LAN port 1 is located on pins
11 and 12 of JF1, and LAN port 2 is on pins 9 and 10. Attach the NIC LED cables here to

display network activity. Refer to the table below for pin denitions.

LAN1/LAN2 LED

Pin Denitions (JF1)

Pins Denition

9 VCC

10 NIC2 Link/Active LED

11 VCC

12 NIC1 Link/Active LED

HDD LED/UID Switch

The HDD LED/UID Switch connection is located on pins 13 and 14 of JF1. Attach a cable
to pin 14 to show hard drive activity status. Attach a cable to pin 13 to use the UID switch.

Refer to the table below for pin denitions.

PWR

Reset

Power Button

Reset Button

3.3V

UID LED

3.3V Stby

3.3V Stby

UID SW

3.3V

X

1 2

HDD LED/UID Switch

Pin Denitions (JF1)

Pin# Denition

13 3.3V Stdby/UID SW

14 HDD Active

Ground

Ground

Power Fail LED

OH/Fan Fail LED

NIC2 Active LED

NIC1 Active LED

HDD LED

PWR LED

X

3

1. NIC2 LED

2. NIC1 LED

3. HDD LED/UID Switch

1

2

NMI

19

Ground

20

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Power LED

The Power LED connection is located on pins 15 and 16 of JF1. Refer to the table below

for pin denitions.

Power LED

Pin Denitions (JF1)

Pin# Denition

15 3.3V

16 PWR LED

NMI Button

The non-maskable interrupt (NMI) button header is located on pins 19 and 20 of JF1. Refer

to the table below for pin denitions.

NMI Button

Pin Denitions (JF1)

Pin# Denition

19 Control

20 GND

PWR

Reset

Power Button

Reset Button

3.3V

UID LED

3.3V Stby

3.3V Stby

UID SW

3.3V

NMI

2

X

1 2

19

20

Ground

Ground

Power Fail LED

OH/Fan Fail LED

NIC2 Active LED

NIC1 Active LED

HDD LED

PWR LED

X

Ground

1. PWR LED

2. NMI

1

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2.7 Connectors

Power Connections

ATX Power Supply Connector

The primary 24-pin power supply connector (JPWR1) meets the ATX SSI EPS 12V

specication. An 8-pin (JPWR2) processor power connector must also be connected to your

power supply.

ATX Power 24-pin Connector

Pin Denitions

Pin# Denition Pin# Denition

13 +3.3V 1 +3.3V

14 NC 2 +3.3V

15 GND 3 GND

16 PS_ON 4 +5V

17 GND 5 GND

18 GND 6 +5V

19 GND 7 GND

20 Res (NC) 8 PWR_OK

21 +5V 9 5VSB

22 +5V 10 +12V

23 +5V 11 +12V

24 GND 12 +3.3V

I-SATA0

I-SATA1

I-SATA2

I-SATA3

CPU SLOT4 PCI-E 3.0 X4(IN X8)

JOH1

JPG1

JWD1

JPME2

JD1

BT1

USB2/3

JBT1

USB4/5

USB8/9(3.0)

JL1

JTPM1

ASpeed

AST2500

LEDBMC

CPU SLOT5 PCI-E 3.0 X4(IN X8)

+

SP1

+

Intel
C242

I-SATA4

I-SATA5

I-SGPIO1

I-SGPIO2

JSD1

JSD2

JUIDB1

LE1

VGA

CPU SLOT6 PCI-E 3.0 X8(IN X16)

X11SCL-F

REV:1.01

JIPMB1

DESIGNED IN USA

MH11

MH10

LEDPWR

FANA

JF1

FAN3

M.2 PCI-E 3.0 X4

LE3

USB10(3.0)

MEGERAC
LICENSE

COM1

FAN2

COM2

JPWR2

DIMMA1

JPWR1

FAN1

FAN4

IPMI CODE

DIMMA2

DIMMB1

JPI2C1

DIMMB2

LAN1

USB6/7(3.0)

JSTBY1

IPMI_LAN

USB0/1

MAC CODE

BAR CODE

LAN2

Intel
i210

CPU

JF1

PWR

ON

RST

FAIL

PS

LED

UID

NIC

2

NIC

1

LED

HDD

LED

PWR

X

NMI

1. 24-pin ATX PWR

1

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Chapter 2: Installation

8-Pin Power Connector

JPWR2 is an 8-pin 12V DC power input for the CPU that must be connected to the power

supply. Refer to the table below for pin denitions.

8-pin Power

Pin Denitions

Pin# Denition

1 - 4 GND

5 - 8 P12V (12V Power)

Important: To provide adequate power supply to the motherboard, be sure to connect

the 24-pin ATX PWR and the 8-pin PWR connectors to the power supply. Failure to
do so may void the manufacturer warranty on your power supply and motherboard.

I-SATA0

I-SATA1

I-SATA2

I-SATA3

CPU SLOT4 PCI-E 3.0 X4(IN X8)

JOH1

JPG1

JWD1

JPME2

JD1

BT1

USB2/3

JBT1

USB4/5

USB8/9(3.0)

JL1

JTPM1

ASpeed

AST2500

LEDBMC

CPU SLOT5 PCI-E 3.0 X4(IN X8)

+

SP1

+

Intel
C242

I-SATA4

I-SATA5

I-SGPIO1

I-SGPIO2

JSD1

JSD2

JUIDB1

LE1

VGA

CPU SLOT6 PCI-E 3.0 X8(IN X16)

X11SCL-F

REV:1.01

JIPMB1

DESIGNED IN USA

MH11

MH10

LEDPWR

FANA

JF1

FAN3

M.2 PCI-E 3.0 X4

LE3

USB10(3.0)

MEGERAC
LICENSE

COM1

FAN2

COM2

FAN4

JPWR2

1

IPMI CODE

DIMMA2

DIMMA1

DIMMB2

DIMMB1

JPI2C1

JPWR1

FAN1

LAN1

USB6/7(3.0)

JSTBY1

IPMI_LAN

USB0/1

MAC CODE

BAR CODE

LAN2

Intel
i210

CPU

JF1

PWR

ON

RST

FAIL

PS

LED

UID

NIC

2

NIC

1

LED

HDD

LED

PWR

X

NMI

1. 8-pin PWR

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Headers

Fan Headers

There are ve 4-pin fan headers (FAN1 ~ FAN4, FANA) on the motherboard. All these 4-pin

fan headers are backwards compatible with the traditional 3-pin fans. However, fan speed
control is available for 4-pin fans only by Thermal Management via the IPMI 2.0 interface.

Refer to the table below for pin denitions.

Fan Header

Pin Denitions

Pin# Denition

1 GND (Black)

2 +12V (Red)

3 Tachometer

4 PWM Control

I-SATA0

I-SATA1

I-SATA2

I-SATA3

CPU SLOT4 PCI-E 3.0 X4(IN X8)

JOH1

JPG1

JWD1

JPME2

JD1

BT1

USB2/3

JBT1

USB4/5

USB8/9(3.0)

JL1

JTPM1

ASpeed

AST2500

LEDBMC

CPU SLOT5 PCI-E 3.0 X4(IN X8)

+

SP1

+

Intel
C242

I-SATA4

I-SATA5

I-SGPIO1

I-SGPIO2

JSD1

JSD2

JUIDB1

LE1

VGA

LAN2

LAN1

CPU SLOT6 PCI-E 3.0 X8(IN X16)

X11SCL-F

REV:1.01

JIPMB1

DESIGNED IN USA

MH11

MH10

MEGERAC
LICENSE

M.2 PCI-E 3.0 X4

LE3

USB10(3.0)

JF1

LEDPWR

FANA

5 3 2

FAN3

Intel
i210

CPU

JF1

PWR

ON

RST

FAIL

PS

LED

UID

NIC

2

NIC

1

LED

HDD

LED

PWR

X

NMI

USB6/7(3.0)

JSTBY1

IPMI_LAN

USB0/1

MAC CODE

BAR CODE

FAN2

COM2

4

COM1

JPWR2

DIMMA1

JPWR1

FAN1

FAN4

IPMI CODE

DIMMA2

DIMMB1

JPI2C1

1

1. FAN1

2. FAN2

3. FAN3

4. FAN4

5. FANA

DIMMB2

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TPM/Port 80 Header

A Trusted Platform Module (TPM)/Port 80 header is located at JTPM1 to provide TPM support
and Port 80 connection. Use this header to enhance system performance and data security.

Refer to the table below for pin denitions. Please go to the following link for more information

on the TPM: http://www.supermicro.com/manuals/other/TPM.pdf.

Trusted Platform Module Header

Pin Denitions

Pin# Denition Pin# Denition

1 +3.3V 2 SPI_CS#

3 RESET# 4 SPI_MISO

5 SPI_CLK 6 GND

7 SPI_MOSI 8 NC

9 +3.3V Stdby 10 SPI_IRQ#

M.2 Slot

The X11SCL-F motherboard has one M.2 slot. M.2 was formerly known as Next Generation
Form Factor (NGFF) and serves to replace mini PCI-E. M.2 allows for a variety of card sizes,

increased functionality, and spatial efciency. The M.2 socket on the motherboard supports

SSD cards in a 2280 / 22110 form factor.

JUIDB1

CPU SLOT4 PCI-E 3.0 X4(IN X8)

JOH1

JPG1

JWD1

JPME2

JD1

ASpeed

AST2500

LEDBMC

CPU SLOT5 PCI-E 3.0 X4(IN X8)

CPU SLOT6 PCI-E 3.0 X8(IN X16)

+

SP1

JIPMB1

MH11

LE1

X11SCL-F

REV:1.01

DESIGNED IN USA

VGA

CPU

LAN2

Intel
i210

LAN1

USB6/7(3.0)

IPMI_LAN

USB0/1

COM2

COM1

FAN4

JPWR2

DIMMA2

DIMMA1

DIMMB1

IPMI CODE

DIMMB2

1. TPM Header

2. M.2 Slot

I-SATA0

I-SATA1

I-SATA2

I-SATA3

USB2/3

USB4/5

JL1

JTPM1

BT1

JBT1

USB8/9(3.0)

1

I-SATA4

JSD1

Intel
C242

I-SATA5

JSD2

+

I-SGPIO1

M.2 PCI-E 3.0 X4

LE3

USB10(3.0)

I-SGPIO2

MH10

2

LEDPWR

FANA

JPI2C1

JF1

PWR

ON

RST

FAIL

PS

LED

UID

MEGERAC

NIC

2

LICENSE

NIC

1

LED

HDD

LED

FAN3

PWR

X

NMI

MAC CODE

BAR CODE

JSTBY1

JF1

FAN2

JPWR1

FAN1

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Standby Power

The Standby Power header is located at JSTBY1 on the motherboard. You must have a card
with a Standby Power connector and a cable to use this feature. Refer to the table below

for pin denitions.

Standby Power

Pin Denitions

Pin# Denition

1 +5V Standby

2 GND

3 NC

Overheat/Fan Fail LED Header

The JOH1 header is used to connect an LED indicator to provide warnings of chassis
overheating and fan failure. This LED will blink when a fan failure occurs. Refer to the tables

below for pin denitions.

Overheat LED Header

Status

State Denition

Solid Overheat

Blinking Fan Fail

Pin# Signal

1

Overheat LED

Pin Denitions

Pull high to +3.3V

power through 330-ohm

resistor

2 OH Active

JUIDB1

LE1

VGA

ASpeed

AST2500

LEDBMC

CPU SLOT5 PCI-E 3.0 X4(IN X8)

CPU SLOT4 PCI-E 3.0 X4(IN X8)

JOH1

JPG1

2

JWD1

JPME2

JD1

SP1

BT1

USB2/3

JBT1

USB4/5

CPU SLOT6 PCI-E 3.0 X8(IN X16)

+

+

JIPMB1

MH11

MH10

X11SCL-F

REV:1.01

DESIGNED IN USA

CPU

LAN2

Intel
i210

LAN1

USB6/7(3.0)

IPMI_LAN

USB0/1

COM2

COM1

FAN4

JPWR2

DIMMA2

DIMMA1

DIMMB1

JPI2C1

IPMI CODE

DIMMB2

1. Standby Power Header

2. Overheat/Fan Fail LED
Header

I-SATA0

I-SATA1

I-SATA2

I-SATA3

JL1

JTPM1

USB8/9(3.0)

I-SATA4

JSD1

Intel
C242

I-SATA5

JSD2

I-SGPIO1

M.2 PCI-E 3.0 X4

LE3

USB10(3.0)

I-SGPIO2

LEDPWR

FANA

JF1

PWR

ON

RST

FAIL

PS

LED

UID

MEGERAC

NIC

2

LICENSE

NIC

1

LED

HDD

LED

FAN3

PWR

X

NMI

MAC CODE

BAR CODE

JSTBY1

JF1

FAN2

JPWR1

FAN1

1

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Chassis Intrusion

A Chassis Intrusion header is located at JL1 on the motherboard. Attach the appropriate cable
from the chassis to inform you of a chassis intrusion when the chassis is opened. Refer to

the table below for pin denitions.

Chassis Intrusion

Pin Denitions

Pin# Denition

1 Intrusion Input

2 GND

SGPIO Headers

There are two Serial Link General Purpose Input/Output (I-SGPIO1, I-SGPIO2) headers
located on the motherboard. The SGPIO headers are used to communicate with the enclosure
management chip on the back panel.

I-SGPIO 1/2

I-SGPIO1 I-SATA 3.0 Ports 0-3

I-SGPIO2 I-SATA 3.0 Ports 4-5

ASpeed

AST2500

LEDBMC

CPU SLOT5 PCI-E 3.0 X4(IN X8)

CPU SLOT4 PCI-E 3.0 X4(IN X8)

JOH1

JPG1

JWD1

JPME2

JD1

BT1

USB2/3

JBT1

USB4/5

SP1

CPU SLOT6 PCI-E 3.0 X8(IN X16)

+

+

JIPMB1

MH11

MH10

JUIDB1

LE1

X11SCL-F

REV:1.01

DESIGNED IN USA

VGA

CPU

LAN2

Intel
i210

LAN1

USB6/7(3.0)

IPMI_LAN

USB0/1

COM2

SGPIO Header

Pin Denitions

Pin# Denition Pin# Denition

1 NC 2 NC

3 GND 4 DATA Out

5 Load 6 GND

7 Clock 8 NC

NC = No Connection

COM1

FAN4

1. Chassis Intrusion Header

2. I-SGPIO1 Header

JPWR2

DIMMA2

DIMMA1

DIMMB1

JPI2C1

IPMI CODE

DIMMB2

3. I-SGPIO2 Header

1

I-SATA0

I-SATA1

I-SATA2

I-SATA3

JL1

JTPM1

USB8/9(3.0)

I-SATA4

2

3

JSD1

Intel

C242

I-SATA5

JSD2

I-SGPIO1

I-SGPIO2

M.2 PCI-E 3.0 X4

LE3

USB10(3.0)

LEDPWR

FANA

JF1

PWR

ON

RST

FAIL

PS

LED

UID

MEGERAC

NIC

2

LICENSE

NIC

1

LED

HDD

LED

FAN3

PWR

X

NMI

MAC CODE

BAR CODE

JSTBY1

JF1

FAN2

JPWR1

FAN1

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4-pin BMC External I2C Header

A System Management Bus header for IPMI 2.0 is located at JIPMB1. Connect the appropriate
cable here to use the IPMB I2C connection on your system. Refer to the table below for pin

denitions.

External I2C Header

Pin Denitions

Pin# Denition

1 Data

2 GND

3 Clock

4 NC

Power SMB (I2C) Header

The Power System Management Bus (I2C) connector (JPI2C1) monitors the power supply,

fan, and system temperatures. Refer to the table below for pin denitions.

CPU SLOT4 PCI-E 3.0 X4(IN X8)

JOH1

JPG1

JWD1

JPME2

JD1

BT1

USB2/3

JBT1

USB4/5

ASpeed

AST2500

LEDBMC

CPU SLOT5 PCI-E 3.0 X4(IN X8)

CPU SLOT6 PCI-E 3.0 X8(IN X16)

+

SP1

+

JIPMB1

MH11

MH10

JUIDB1

LE1

X11SCL-F

REV:1.01

1

DESIGNED IN USA

VGA

Power SMBus Header

Pin Denitions

Pin# Denition

1 Clock

2 Data

3 PMBUS_Alert

4 GND

5 +3.3V

USB6/7(3.0)

LAN1

CPU

LAN2

Intel
i210

IPMI_LAN

USB0/1

COM2

COM1

FAN4

JPWR2

DIMMA2

DIMMA1

DIMMB1

JPI2C1

1. BMC External I2C Header

2. Power SMB Header

IPMI CODE

DIMMB2

2

I-SATA0

I-SATA1

I-SATA2

I-SATA3

JL1

JTPM1

USB8/9(3.0)

I-SATA4

JSD1

Intel
C242

I-SATA5

JSD2

I-SGPIO1

M.2 PCI-E 3.0 X4

LE3

USB10(3.0)

I-SGPIO2

LEDPWR

FANA

JF1

PWR

ON

RST

FAIL

PS

LED

UID

MEGERAC

NIC

2

LICENSE

NIC

1

LED

HDD

LED

FAN3

PWR

X

NMI

MAC CODE

BAR CODE

JSTBY1

JF1

FAN2

JPWR1

FAN1

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Onboard Buzzer

The Onboard Buzzer (SP1) is used to provide audible indicators for various beep codes. By
default, pins 6-7 of JD1 are closed with a cap, which enables the use of this buzzer. Refer

to the table below for pin denitions.

Onboard Buzzer

Pin Denitions

Pin# Denition

1 Pos (+) VCC

2 Neg (-) Beep In

Power LED Indicator/Speaker Header

Pins 1-3 of JD1 are used for power LED indication. By default, pins 6-7 are closed with a cap
to enable the onboard buzzer at SP1. To use an extra speaker instead, connect the speaker

connector to pins 4-7. Refer to the tables below for pin denitions.

PWR LED Connector

Pin Denitions

Pin# Signal

1 VCC

2 FP_PWR_LED

3 FP_PWR_LED

Speaker/Onboard Buzzer Header

Pin Denitions

Pin# Signal

4 P5V

5 Key

6 R_SPKPIN_N

7 R_SPKPIN

JUIDB1

LE1

VGA

ASpeed

AST2500

LEDBMC

CPU SLOT5 PCI-E 3.0 X4(IN X8)

CPU SLOT4 PCI-E 3.0 X4(IN X8)

JOH1

JPG1

JWD1

JPME2

2

JD1

SP1

BT1

USB2/3

JBT1

USB4/5

CPU SLOT6 PCI-E 3.0 X8(IN X16)

+

1

+

JIPMB1

MH11

MH10

X11SCL-F

REV:1.01

DESIGNED IN USA

CPU

LAN2

Intel
i210

LAN1

USB6/7(3.0)

IPMI_LAN

USB0/1

COM2

COM1

FAN4

JPWR2

DIMMA2

DIMMA1

DIMMB1

JPI2C1

IPMI CODE

DIMMB2

1. Onboard Buzzer

2. Power LED Indicator/
Speaker Header

I-SATA0

I-SATA1

I-SATA2

I-SATA3

JL1

JTPM1

USB8/9(3.0)

I-SATA4

JSD1

Intel
C242

I-SATA5

JSD2

I-SGPIO1

M.2 PCI-E 3.0 X4

LE3

USB10(3.0)

I-SGPIO2

LEDPWR

FANA

JF1

PWR

ON

RST

FAIL

PS

LED

UID

MEGERAC

NIC

2

LICENSE

NIC

1

LED

HDD

LED

FAN3

PWR

X

NMI

MAC CODE

BAR CODE

JSTBY1

JF1

FAN2

JPWR1

FAN1

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SATA Ports

The X11SCL-F has six SATA 3.0 ports (I-SATA0 ~ I-SATA5) supported by the Intel C242

chipset. These SATA ports support RAID 0, 1, 5, and 10. SATA ports provide serial-link signal
connections, which are faster than the connections of Parallel ATA.

Note: Supermicro SuperDOMs are yellow SATADOM connectors with power pins built

in and do not require separate external power cables. These connectors are backwards
compatible with non-Supermicro SATADOMS that require an external power supply.

Disk-On-Module Power Connector

Two power connectors for SATA DOM (Disk-On-Module) devices are located at JSD1 and
JSD2. Connect appropriate cables here to provide power support for your Serial Link DOM
devices.

CPU SLOT4 PCI-E 3.0 X4(IN X8)

JOH1

JPG1

JWD1

JPME2

JD1

BT1

USB2/3

JBT1

USB4/5

ASpeed

AST2500

LEDBMC

CPU SLOT5 PCI-E 3.0 X4(IN X8)

CPU SLOT6 PCI-E 3.0 X8(IN X16)

+

SP1

+

JIPMB1

MH11

MH10

JUIDB1

LE1

X11SCL-F

REV:1.01

DESIGNED IN USA

VGA

Pin# Denition

1 5V

2 GND

3 GND

LAN2

LAN1

Intel
i210

CPU

DOM Power

Pin Denitions

USB6/7(3.0)

IPMI_LAN

COM2

USB0/1

COM1

FAN4

JPWR2

DIMMA2

DIMMA1

DIMMB1

JPI2C1

IPMI CODE

DIMMB2

1. I-SATA0

2. I-SATA1

3. I-SATA2

4. I-SATA3

5. I-SATA4

6. I-SATA5

7. JSD1 (DOM PWR)

8. JSD2 (DOM PWR)

1

I-SATA0

2

I-SATA1

I-SATA2

3

I-SATA3

4

JL1

JTPM1

USB8/9(3.0)

I-SATA4

JSD1

Intel
C242

65

I-SATA5

JSD2

I-SGPIO1

87

M.2 PCI-E 3.0 X4

LE3

USB10(3.0)

I-SGPIO2

LEDPWR

FANA

JF1

PWR

ON

RST

FAIL

PS

LED

UID

MEGERAC

NIC

2

LICENSE

NIC

1

LED

HDD

LED

FAN3

PWR

X

NMI

MAC CODE

BAR CODE

JSTBY1

JF1

FAN2

JPWR1

FAN1

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2.8 Jumper Settings

How Jumpers Work

To modify the operation of the motherboard, jumpers can be used to choose between optional
settings. Jumpers create shorts between two pins to change the function of the connector.

Pin 1 is identied with a square solder pad on the printed circuit board. See the diagram

below for an example of jumping pins 1 and 2. Refer to the motherboard layout page for
jumper locations.

Note: On two-pin jumpers, "Closed" means the jumper is on and "Open" means the
jumper is off the pins.

Connector

Pins

Jumper

Setting

3 2 1

3 2 1

CMOS Clear

JBT1 is used to clear CMOS, which will also clear any passwords. Instead of pins, this jumper
consists of contact pads to prevent accidentally clearing the contents of CMOS.

To Clear CMOS

1. First power down the system and unplug the power cord(s).

2. Remove the cover of the chassis to access the motherboard.

3. Remove the onboard battery from the motherboard.

4. Short the CMOS pads with a metal object such as a small screwdriver for at least four
seconds.

5. Remove the screwdriver (or shorting device).

6. Replace the cover, reconnect the power cord(s), and power on the system.

Note: Clearing CMOS will also clear all passwords.

Do not use the PW_ON connector to clear CMOS.

JBT1 contact pads

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ME Manufacturing Mode

Close pins 2-3 of jumper JPME2 to bypass SPI ash security and force the system to operate
in the manufacturing mode, which will allow the user to ash the system rmware from a
host server for system setting modications. Refer to the table below for jumper settings.

The default setting is Normal.

Manufacturing Mode

Jumper Settings

Jumper Setting Denition

Pins 1-2 Normal

Pins 2-3 Manufacturing Mode

Watchdog Timer

Watchdog (JWD1) is a system monitor that can reboot the system when a software application
hangs. Close pins 1-2 to reset the system if an application hangs. Close pins 2-3 to generate
a non-maskable interrupt (NMI) signal for the application that hangs. Refer to the table below
for jumper settings. The Watchdog must also be enabled in the BIOS.

CPU SLOT4 PCI-E 3.0 X4(IN X8)

JOH1

JPG1

JWD1

2

JPME2

JD1

1

BT1

USB2/3

JBT1

USB4/5

ASpeed

AST2500

LEDBMC

CPU SLOT5 PCI-E 3.0 X4(IN X8)

CPU SLOT6 PCI-E 3.0 X8(IN X16)

+

SP1

+

JIPMB1

MH11

MH10

JUIDB1

LE1

X11SCL-F

REV:1.01

DESIGNED IN USA

VGA

Watchdog

Jumper Settings

Jumper Setting Denition

Pins 1-2 Reset

Pins 2-3 NMI

Open Disabled

LAN1

USB6/7(3.0)

IPMI_LAN

USB0/1

CPU

LAN2

Intel
i210

COM2

COM1

FAN4

JPWR2

DIMMA2

DIMMA1

DIMMB1

JPI2C1

1. ME Manufacturing Mode

2. Watchdog Timer

IPMI CODE

DIMMB2

I-SATA0

I-SATA1

I-SATA2

I-SATA3

JL1

USB8/9(3.0)

JTPM1

I-SATA4

JSD1

Intel

C242

I-SATA5

JSD2

I-SGPIO1

M.2 PCI-E 3.0 X4

LE3

USB10(3.0)

I-SGPIO2

LEDPWR

FANA

JF1

PWR

ON

RST

FAIL

PS

LED

UID

MEGERAC

NIC

2

LICENSE

NIC

1

LED

HDD

LED

FAN3

PWR

X

NMI

MAC CODE

BAR CODE

JSTBY1

JF1

FAN2

JPWR1

FAN1

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VGA Enable

Jumper JPG1 allows the user to enable the onboard VGA connector. The default setting is
pins 1-2 to enable the connection. Refer to the table below for jumper settings.

VGA Enable/Disable

Jumper Settings

Jumper Setting Denition

Pins 1-2 Enabled

Pins 2-3 Disabled

1

I-SATA0

I-SATA1

I-SATA2

I-SATA3

CPU SLOT4 PCI-E 3.0 X4(IN X8)

JOH1

JPG1

JWD1

JPME2

JD1

BT1

USB2/3

JBT1

USB4/5

USB8/9(3.0)

JL1

JTPM1

JSD1

ASpeed

AST2500

LEDBMC

CPU SLOT5 PCI-E 3.0 X4(IN X8)

+

SP1

+

Intel
C242

I-SATA4

I-SATA5

I-SGPIO1

USB10(3.0)

I-SGPIO2

JSD2

JUIDB1

LE1

VGA

CPU SLOT6 PCI-E 3.0 X8(IN X16)

X11SCL-F

REV:1.01

JIPMB1

DESIGNED IN USA

MH11

MH10

MEGERAC
LICENSE

LEDPWR

FANA

JF1

FAN3

M.2 PCI-E 3.0 X4

LE3

COM1

FAN2

COM2

FAN4

JPWR2

DIMMA2

DIMMA1

JPWR1

FAN1

IPMI CODE

DIMMB1

JPI2C1

DIMMB2

LAN1

USB6/7(3.0)

JSTBY1

IPMI_LAN

USB0/1

MAC CODE

BAR CODE

LAN2

Intel
i210

CPU

JF1

PWR

ON

RST

FAIL

PS

LED

UID

NIC
2

NIC

1

LED

HDD

LED

PWR

X

NMI

1. VGA Enable

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2.9 LED Indicators

LAN LEDs

Two LAN ports (LAN 1, LAN 2) are located on the back I/O panel of the motherboard. Each
Ethernet LAN port has two LEDs. The green LED indicates activity, while the other Link LED
may be green, amber, or off to indicate the speed of the connection. Refer to the tables below
for more information.

LAN Activity LED (Right)

LED State

Color Status Denition

Green Flashing Active

LED Color Denition

Off No Connection/10 Mbps

LAN Link LED (Left)

LED State

Amber 1 Gbps

Green 100 Mbps

Unit ID LED

A rear UID LED indicator (LE1) is located near the UID switch on the back I/O panel. This

UID indicator provides easy identication of a system unit that may need service.

UID LED

LED Indicator

LED Color Denition

Blue: On Unit Identied

1

23

JUIDB1

CPU SLOT4 PCI-E 3.0 X4(IN X8)

JOH1

JPG1

JWD1

JPME2

JD1

ASpeed

AST2500

LEDBMC

CPU SLOT5 PCI-E 3.0 X4(IN X8)

CPU SLOT6 PCI-E 3.0 X8(IN X16)

+

SP1

JIPMB1

MH11

LE1

X11SCL-F

REV:1.01

DESIGNED IN USA

VGA

CPU

LAN2

Intel
i210

LAN1

USB6/7(3.0)

IPMI_LAN

USB0/1

COM2

COM1

FAN4

JPWR2

DIMMA2

DIMMA1

DIMMB1

IPMI CODE

DIMMB2

1. LAN1 LED

2. LAN2 LED

3. UID LED

I-SATA0

I-SATA1

I-SATA2

I-SATA3

USB2/3

USB4/5

JL1

JTPM1

BT1

JBT1

USB8/9(3.0)

I-SATA4

JSD1

+

Intel
C242

I-SATA5

JSD2

I-SGPIO1

M.2 PCI-E 3.0 X4

LE3

USB10(3.0)

I-SGPIO2

MH10

LEDPWR

FANA

JPI2C1

JF1

PWR

ON

RST

FAIL

PS

LED

UID

MEGERAC

NIC

2

LICENSE

NIC

1

LED

HDD

LED

FAN3

PWR

X

NMI

MAC CODE

BAR CODE

JSTBY1

JF1

FAN2

JPWR1

FAN1

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IPMI LAN LEDs

In addition to LAN1 and LAN2, an IPMI LAN is also located on the back I/O panel. The amber
LED on the right indicates activity, while the green LED on the left indicates the speed of the
connection. Refer to the table below for more information.

IPMI LAN

Activity LEDLink LED

Link (left)

IPMI LAN LEDs

Color/State Denition

Green: Solid

Amber: Solid

100 Mbps

1Gbps

Activity (Right) Amber: Blinking Active

BMC Heartbeat LED

A BMC Heartbeat LED is located at LEDBMC on the motherboard. When LEDBMC is blinking,
the BMC is functioning normally. Refer to the table below for more information.

BMC Heartbeat LED Indicator

LED Color Denition

CPU SLOT4 PCI-E 3.0 X4(IN X8)

JOH1

JPG1

JWD1

JPME2

JD1

ASpeed

AST2500

LEDBMC

2

CPU SLOT5 PCI-E 3.0 X4(IN X8)

CPU SLOT6 PCI-E 3.0 X8(IN X16)

+

SP1

JIPMB1

MH11

JUIDB1

LE1

X11SCL-F

REV:1.01

DESIGNED IN USA

VGA

Green:

Blinking

LAN2

Intel
i210

CPU

LAN1

BMC Normal

1

USB6/7(3.0)

IPMI_LAN

USB0/1

COM2

COM1

FAN4

JPWR2

DIMMA2

DIMMA1

DIMMB1

1. IPMI LAN LED

2. BMC Heartbeat LED

IPMI CODE

DIMMB2

I-SATA0

I-SATA1

I-SATA2

I-SATA3

USB2/3

USB4/5

JL1

JTPM1

BT1

JBT1

USB8/9(3.0)

I-SATA4

JSD1

+

Intel
C242

I-SATA5

JSD2

I-SGPIO1

M.2 PCI-E 3.0 X4

LE3

USB10(3.0)

I-SGPIO2

MH10

LEDPWR

FANA

JPI2C1

JF1

PWR

ON

RST

FAIL

PS

LED

UID

MEGERAC

NIC

2

LICENSE

NIC

1

LED

HDD

LED

FAN3

PWR

X

NMI

MAC CODE

BAR CODE

JSTBY1

JF1

FAN2

JPWR1

FAN1

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Onboard Power LED

The Onboard Power LED is located at LEDPWR on the motherboard. When this LED is on,
the system is on. Be sure to turn off the system and unplug the power cord before removing
or installing components. Refer to the table below for more information.

Onboard Power LED Indicator

LED Color Denition

System Off

Off

(power cable not

connected)

Green System On

M.2 LED

One M.2 LED is located at LE3 on the motherboard. When LE3 is blinking, M.2 functions
normally. Refer to the table below for more information.

CPU SLOT4 PCI-E 3.0 X4(IN X8)

JOH1

JPG1

JWD1

JPME2

JD1

BT1

USB2/3

JBT1

USB4/5

ASpeed

AST2500

LEDBMC

CPU SLOT5 PCI-E 3.0 X4(IN X8)

CPU SLOT6 PCI-E 3.0 X8(IN X16)

+

SP1

+

JIPMB1

MH11

MH10

M.2 LED State

LED Color Denition

Green: Blinking Device Working

JUIDB1

LE1

X11SCL-F

REV:1.01

DESIGNED IN USA

VGA

CPU

LAN2

Intel
i210

LAN1

USB6/7(3.0)

IPMI_LAN

USB0/1

COM2

COM1

FAN4

JPWR2

DIMMA2

DIMMA1

DIMMB1

JPI2C1

1. Onboard Power LED

2. M.2 LED

IPMI CODE

DIMMB2

I-SATA0

I-SATA1

I-SATA2

I-SATA3

JL1

JTPM1

USB8/9(3.0)

I-SATA4

JSD1

Intel
C242

I-SATA5

JSD2

I-SGPIO1

1

M.2 PCI-E 3.0 X4

LE3

USB10(3.0)

I-SGPIO2

LEDPWR

FANA

JF1

PWR

ON

RST

FAIL

PS

LED

UID

MEGERAC

NIC

2

LICENSE

NIC

1

LED

HDD

LED

JF1

PWR

X

NMI

MAC CODE

2

FAN3

BAR CODE

JSTBY1

FAN2

JPWR1

FAN1

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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. Always disconnect the AC
power cord before adding, changing or installing any non hot-swap hardware components.

Before Power On

1. Check that the power LED on the motherboard is on.

2. Make sure that the power connector is connected to your power supply.

3. Make sure that no short circuits exist between the motherboard and chassis.

4. Disconnect all cables from the motherboard, including those for the keyboard and
mouse.

5. Remove all add-on cards.

6. Install the CPU (making sure it is fully seated) and connect the front panel connectors to
the motherboard.

7. Use the correct type of onboard CMOS battery recommended by the manufacturer. To
avoid possible explosion, do not install the CMOS battery upside down.

No Power

1. Make sure that there are no short circuits between the motherboard and the chassis.

2. Verify that the ATX power connectors are properly connected.

3. Check that the 115V/230V switch, if available, on the power supply is properly set.

4. Turn the power switch on and off to test the system.

5. The battery on your motherboard may be old. Verify that it still supplies ~3VDC. If it
does not, replace it with a new one.

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No Video

1. If the power is on, but there is no video, remove all add-on cards and cables.

2. Use the speaker to determine if any beep codes are detected. Refer to Appendix A for
details on beep codes.

3. Remove all memory modules and turn on the system. If the alarm is on, check the
specs of the memory modules, reset the memory, or try a different one.

System Boot Failure

If the system does not display POST (Power-On-Self-Test) or does not respond after the
power is turned on, check the following:

1. Check for any error beeps from the motherboard speaker.

• If there is no error beep, try to turn on the system without DIMM modules installed. 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 con-

tacting both pads on the CMOS Clear jumper (JBT1). Refer to Chapter 2.

2. Remove all components from the motherboard, especially the DIMM modules. Make
sure that system power is on and that 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.

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 are properly
installed. See Chapter 2 for installation instructions. (For memory compatibility, refer
to the "Tested Memory List" link on the motherboard's product page to see a list of

supported memory.)

2. Check if different speeds of DIMMs have been installed. It is strongly recommended 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 ECC DDR4 modules recommended by
the manufacturer.

4. Check for bad DIMM modules or slots by swapping a single module among all memory
slots and observing the results.

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Losing the System's Setup Conguration

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 Chapter 2 for
details on recommended power supplies.

2. The battery on your motherboard may be old. Verify that it still supplies ~3VDC. If it
does not, replace it with a new one.

3. If the above steps do not x the setup conguration problem, contact your vendor for
repairs.

When the System Becomes Unstable

A. If the system becomes unstable during or after OS installation, check the following:

1. CPU/BIOS support: Make sure that your CPU is supported and that you have the latest
BIOS installed in your system.

2. Memory support: Make sure that the memory modules are supported by testing the
modules using memtest86 or a similar utility.

Note: Click on the "Tested Memory List" link on the motherboard's product page to
see a list of supported memory.

3. HDD support: Make sure that all hard disk drives (HDDs) work properly. Replace the
bad HDDs with good ones.

4. System cooling: Check the system cooling to make sure that all heatsink fans, CPU/
system fans, etc., work properly. Check the hardware monitoring settings in the IPMI
to make sure that the CPU and system temperatures are within the normal range. Also
check that the front panel Overheat LED is not on.

5. Adequate power supply: Make sure that the power supply provides adequate power
to the system and all power connectors are connected. Please refer to our website for
more information on the minimum power requirements.

6. Proper software support: Make sure that the correct drivers are used.

B. If 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.

2. Cable connection: Check to make sure that all cables are connected and working
properly.

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3. Using the minimum conguration for troubleshooting: Remove all unnecessary

components (starting with add-on cards), and use the minimum conguration (but with

a CPU and memory module installed) to identify the trouble areas. Refer to the steps
listed in Section A for proper troubleshooting procedures.

4. Identifying bad components by isolating them: If necessary, remove a component 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 nd 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.

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3.2 Technical Support Procedures

Before contacting Technical Support, please follow the steps below. Note that as a motherboard

manufacturer, Supermicro sells motherboards through various channels, so it is best to rst

check with your distributor or reseller for troubleshooting services. They should know of any

possible problems with the specic system conguration that was sold to you.

1. Please review the "Troubleshooting Procedures" and "Frequently Asked Questions"
(FAQs) sections in this chapter, or see the FAQs on our website before contacting
Technical Support: http://www.supermicro.com/FAQ/index.php

2. BIOS upgrades can be downloaded from our website.

Note: Not all BIOS can be ashed depending on the modications to the boot block

code.

3. If you still cannot resolve the problem, include the following information when contacting
us for technical support:

• Motherboard model and PCB revision number

• BIOS release date/version (this can be seen on the initial display when your system rst

boots up)

• System conguration

An example of a Technical Support form is posted on our website: http://www.supermicro.

com/RmaForm/.

• Distributors: For immediate assistance, please have your account number ready when

contacting our Technical Support department by e-mail: [e-mail]

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3.3 Frequently Asked Questions

Question: What type of memory does my motherboard support?

Answer: The motherboard supports UDIMM DDR4 ECC memory. To enhance memory

performance, do not mix memory modules of different speeds and sizes. See Section 2.4 for
details on installing memory.

Question: How do I update my BIOS?

Answer: It is recommended that you do not upgrade your BIOS if you are not experiencing

any problems with your system. Updated BIOS les are located on our website at http://

www.supermicro.com/ResourceApps/BIOS_IPMI_Intel.html. 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 le 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 le and the .exe le. If you choose the zip BIOS le, please unzip the BIOS
le onto a bootable USB device. Run the batch le using the format FLASH.BAT lename.rom
from your bootable USB device to ash the BIOS. Then, your system will automatically reboot.

Warning: Do not shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS to prevent possible
system boot failure.

Question: Why can't I turn off the power using the momentary power on/off switch?

Answer: The instant power off function is controlled in the BIOS by the Power Button Mode

setting. When the On/Off feature is enabled, the motherboard will have instant off capabilities
as long as the BIOS has control of the system. When the Standby or Suspend feature is

enabled or when the BIOS is not in control such as during memory count (the rst screen

that appears when the system is turned on), the momentary on/off switch must be held for
more than four seconds to shut down the system. This feature is required to implement the
ACPI features on the motherboard.

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3.4 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. Using a tool such as a pen or a small screwdriver, push the battery lock outwards to
unlock it. Once unlocked, the battery will pop out from the holder.

3. Remove the battery.

Proper Battery Disposal

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 landll. Please comply with the regulations set up by your local

hazardous waste management agency to properly dispose of your used battery.

Battery Installation

1. To install an onboard battery, follow steps 1 and 2 above, then continue below:

2. Identify the battery's polarity. The positive (+) side should be facing up.

3. Insert the battery into the battery holder and push it down until you hear a click to
ensure that the battery is securely locked.

Note: When replacing a battery, be sure to only replace it with the same type.

OR

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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 vendor for a Returned
Merchandise Authorization (RMA) number. When returning to the manufacturer, the RMA
number should be prominently displayed on the outside of the shipping carton and 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, RMA authorizations may be requested online: http://www.supermicro.com/

RmaForm/

This warranty only covers normal consumer use and does not cover damages incurred in
shipping or from failure due to the alteration, misuse, abuse or improper maintenance of
products.

During the warranty period, contact your distributor rst for any product problems.

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Chapter 4

BIOS

4.1 Introduction

This chapter describes the AMIBIOS™ Setup utility for the motherboard. The BIOS is stored

on a chip and can be easily upgraded using a ash program.

Note: Due to periodic changes to the BIOS, some settings may have been added
or deleted and might not yet be recorded in this manual. Please refer to the Manual

Download area of our website for any changes to the BIOS that may not be reected

in this manual.

Starting the Setup Utility

To enter the BIOS Setup Utility, hit the <Delete> key while the system is booting-up. (In
most cases, the <Delete> key is used to invoke the BIOS setup screen. There are a few
cases when other keys are used, such as <F1>, <F2>, etc.) Each main BIOS menu option
is described in this manual.

The Main BIOS screen has two main frames. The left frame displays all the options that can

be congured. “Grayed-out” options cannot be congured. 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 that the BIOS has default text messages built in. We retain the option to include, omit,
or change any of these text messages.) Settings printed in Bold are the default values.

A " " indicates a submenu. Highlighting such a feature and pressing the <Enter> key will
open the list of settings within that submenu.

The BIOS setup utility uses a key-based navigation system called hot keys. Most of these
hot keys (<F1>, <F2>, <F3>, <Enter>, <ESC>, <Arrow> keys, etc.) can be used at any time
during the setup navigation process.

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4.2 Main Setup

When you rst 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. The Main BIOS setup
screen is shown below. The following features will be displayed:

System Date/System Time

Use this feature 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 elds. The date must be entered in MM/DD/YYYY format. The time

is entered in HH:MM:SS format.

Note: The time is in the 24-hour format. For example, 5:30 P.M. appears as 17:30:00.
The date's default value is the BIOS build date after RTC reset.

Supermicro X11SCL-F

BIOS 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.

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CPLD Version

This item displays the Complex Programmable Logic Device version.

Memory Information

Total Memory

This item displays the total size of memory available in the system.

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4.3AdvancedSetupCongurations

Use the arrow keys to select the Advanced menu and press <Enter> to access the submenu
features:

Warning: Take caution when changing the Advanced settings. An incorrect value, a very high
DRAM frequency, or an incorrect DRAM timing setting may make the system unstable. When
this occurs, revert to default manufacturer settings.

Boot Feature

Fast Boot

Enable this feature to reduce the time the computer takes to boot up. The computer will boot
with a minimal set of required devices. This feature does not have an effect on BBS boot
options in the Boot tab. The options are Disabled and Enabled.

Quiet Boot

Use this feature to select the screen display between the POST messages and the OEM logo
upon bootup. Select Disabled to display the POST messages. Select Enabled to display the
OEM logo instead of the normal POST messages. The options are Disabled and Enabled.

Bootup NumLock State

Use this feature to set the Power-on state for the <Numlock> key. The options are On and Off.

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Option ROM Messages

Use this feature to set the display mode for the Option ROM. Select Keep Current to display
the current AddOn ROM setting. Select Force BIOS to use the Option ROM display set by
the system BIOS. The options are Force BIOS and Keep Current.

Wait For "F1" If Error

Use this feature to force the system to wait until the "F1" key is pressed if an error occurs.
The options are Disabled and Enabled.

Re-try Boot

If this feature is enabled, the BIOS will automatically reboot the system from a specied boot

device after its initial boot failure. The options are Disabled, Legacy Boot, and EFI Boot.

Watch Dog Function

If enabled, the Watch Dog Timer will allow the system to reset or generate NMI based on
jumper settings when it is expired for more than ve minutes. The options are Disabled and
Enabled.

AC Loss Policy Depend On

Use this feature to set the power state after a power outage. Select Stay 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 Stay Off, Power On,
and Last State.

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 four seconds or longer. Select Instant Off to instantly power off the system as soon
as the user presses the power button. The options are Instant Off and 4 Seconds Override.

DeepSx Power Policies

Use this feature to congure the Advanced Conguration and Power Interface (ACPI) settings

for the system. Enable S4-S5 to power off the whole system except the power supply unit

(PSU) and keep the power button “alive” so that the user can “wake up” the system by using

a USB keyboard or mouse. The options are Disabled and Enabled in S4-S5.

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CPUConguration

The following CPU information will display:

• Type

• CPU Signature

• Microcode Revision

• CPU Speed

• L1 Data Cache

• L1 Instruction Cache

• L2 Cache

• L3 Cache

• L4 Cache

• VMX

• SMX/TXT

CPU Flex Ratio Override

Select Enabled to activate CPU Flex Ratio programming.The ex ratio should be under the

CPU's max ratio. The options are Disabled and Enabled.

*If the feature above is set to Enabled, "CPU Flex Ratio Settings" will become available

for conguration:

CPU Flex Ratio Settings

When CPU Flex Ratio Override is enabled, this feature sets the value for the CPU Flex Ratio.

This value must be between the maximum efciency ratio and maximum non-turbo ratio. The

default value is dependent on the CPU.

Hardware Prefetcher (Available when supported by the CPU)

If set to Enabled, the hardware prefetcher will prefetch streams of data and instructions from
the main memory to the L2 cache to improve CPU performance. The options are Disabled
and Enabled.

Adjacent Cache Line Prefetch (Available when supported by the CPU)

The CPU prefetches the cache line for 64 bytes if this feature is set to Disabled. The CPU
prefetches both cache lines for 128 bytes as comprised if this feature is set to Enabled. The
options are Disabled and Enabled.

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Intel (VMX) Virtualization Technology

Use this feature to enable the Vanderpool Technology. This technology allows the system to
run several operating systems simultaneously. The options are Disabled and Enabled.

Active Processor Cores

This feature determines how many CPU cores will be activated for each CPU. When All
is selected, all cores in the CPU will be activated. (Please refer to Intel's website for more
information.) The options are All, 1, 2 , 3, 4, and 5.

Hyper-Threading (Available when supported by the CPU)

Intel Hyper-Threading Technology efciently uses processor resources by executing multiple
threads on each core. It improves processor execution efciency and enhances the overall

performance of the thread software. The options are Disabled and Enabled.

BIST

Use this feature to enable the Built-In Self Test (BIST) at system reset or reboot. The options
are Disabled and Enabled.

AES

Select Enabled to use the Intel Advanced Encryption Standard (AES) to ensure data security.
The options are Disabled and Enabled.

Boot Performance Mode

This feature allows the user to select the performance state that the BIOS will set before the
operating system handoff. The options are Power Saving, Max Non-Turbo Performance,
and Turbo Performance.

Intel(R) SpeedStep (tm)

Intel SpeedStep Technology allows the system to automatically adjust processor voltage and
core frequency to reduce power consumption and heat dissipation. The options are Disabled
and Enabled.

Intel(R) Speed Shift Technology

Use this feature to enable or disable Intel Speed Shift Technology support. When this feature
is enabled, the Collaborative Processor Performance Control (CPPC) version 2 interface will
be available to control CPU P-States. The options are Disabled and Enabled.

Always Turbo Mode

Use this feature to enable the system to always run in turbo mode. The options are Disabled
and Enabled.

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Turbo Mode

This feature will enable dynamic control of the processor, allowing it to run above stock fre­quency. The options are Disabled and Enabled.

Monitor/Mwait

Select Enabled to enable the Monitor/Mwait instructions. The Monitor instructions monitor a

region of memory for writes, while MWait instructions instruct the CPU to stop until the moni­tored region begins to write. The options are Disabled and Enabled.

C-States

C-State architecture, a processor power management platform developed by Intel, can further
reduce power consumption from the basic C1 (Halt State) state that blocks clock cycles to
the CPU. Select Enabled for CPU C-State support. The options are Disabled and Enabled.

Enhanced C-States

Use this feature to enable C1E, which is a power saving feature for the CPU. C1E drops
the frequency and voltage of the CPU to reduce power usage when the system is idle. The
options are Disabled and Enabled.

C-State Auto Demotion

Use this feature to prevent unnecessary excursions into C-States to improve latency. The
options are Disabled, C1, C3, and C1 and C3.

C-State Un-Demotion

This feature allows the user to enable or disable the un-demotion of C-States. The options
are Disabled, C1, C3, and C1 and C3

Package C-State Demotion

Use this feature to enable or disable the Package C-State demotion. The options are

Disabled and Enabled.

Package C-State Un-Demotion

Use this feature to enable or disable the Package C-State un-demotion. The options are

Disabled and Enabled.

C-State Pre-Wake

This feature allows the user to enable or disable the C-State Pre-Wake. The options are
Disabled and Enabled.

Package C-State Limit

Use this feature to set the Package C-State limit. The options are C0/C1, C2, C3, C6, C7,

C7S, C8, C9, C10, CPU Default, and Auto.

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ChipsetConguration

Warning: Setting the wrong values in the following features may cause the system to malfunc­tion.

SystemAgent(SA)Conguration

The following information is displayed:

• SA PCIe Code Version

• VT-d

MemoryConguration

• Memory RC Version

• Memory Frequency

• Memory Timings (tCL-tRCD-tRP-tRAS)

• DIMMA1 ~ DIMMB2 information

Maximum Memory Frequency

Use this feature to set the maximum memory frequency for onboard memory modules.
The options are Auto, 1067, 1333, 1400, 1600, 1800, 1867, 2000, 2133, 2200, 2400,
2600, and 2667.

ECC Support

Use this feature to enable Error Checking & Correction (ECC) support for onboard
memory modules. The options are Disabled and Enabled.

Max TOLUD

This feature sets the maximum TOLUD value, which species the “Top of Low Usable
DRAM” memory space to be used by internal graphic devices, GTT Stolen Memory, and
TSEG, respectively, if these devices are enabled. The options are Dynamic and 1 GB
~ 3.5 GB (in 0.25 GB increments).

Memory Scrambler

This feature enables memory scrambler support for memory error correction. The settings
are Disabled and Enabled.

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Fast Boot

Use this feature to enable or disable fast path through the memory reference code (MRC).
The options are Disabled and Enabled.

REFRESH_2X_MODE

Use this feature to select the memory controller 2x refresh rate mode. The options are
Disabled, 1- Enabled for WARM or HOT, and 2- Enabled HOT only.

DMI/OPIConguration

The following DMI information will display:

• DMI

DMI Link ASPM Control

Use this feature to set the Active State Power Management (ASPM) state on the System
Agent (SA) side of the DMI Link. The options are Disabled, L0s, L1, and L0sL1

DMI Extended Sync Control

Use this feature to enable or disable the DMI extended synchronization. The options are
Enabled and Disabled.

DMI De-Emphasis Control

Use this feature to congure the De-emphasis control on DMI. The options are -6 dB

and -3.5 dB.

PEGPortConguration

CPU SLOT6 PCI-E 3.0 x8 (in x16) / CPU SLOT5 PCI-E 3.0 x4 (in x8) / CPU SLOT4
PCI-E 3.0 x4 (in x8)

Enable Root Port

Use this feature to enable or disable the PCI Express Graphics (PEG) device in the port
specied by the user. The options are Disabled, Enabled, and Auto.

Max Link Speed

Use this feature to congure the link speed of a PCI-E port specied by the user. The

options are Auto, Gen1, Gen2, and Gen3.

Power Limit Value

Use this feature to set the upper limit on the power supplied by the PCIE slot. Press "+"
or "-" on your keyboard to change this value. The default setting is 75.

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Power Limit Scale

Use this feature to select the scale used for the slot power limit value. The options are

1.0x, 0.1x, 0.01x, and 0.001x.

Physical Slot Number

Use this feature to set the physical slot number attached to this port. Press "+" or "-" on
your keyboard to change the setting to a value between 0-8191. The default setting is 1
for CPU SLOT6, 2 for CPU SLOT5, and 3 for CPU SLOT4.

Max Payload Size

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, and 256 TLP.

Program PCIe ASPM After OPROM

PCIe ASPM, the Active State Power Management for PCI-Express slots, is a power
management protocol used to manage power consumption of serial-link devices installed
on PCI-E slots during a prolonged off-peak time. If this feature is set to Enabled, PCI-E
ASPM will be programmed after OPROM. If this feature is set to Disabled, the PCI-E
ASPM will be programmed before OPROM. The options are Disabled and Enabled.

VT-d

Select Enable to use Intel Virtualization Technology 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 Disabled and Enabled.

GNA Device (B0:D8:F0)

This feature enables the SA GNA device. The options are Enabled and Disabled.

X2APIC Opt Out

X2APIC, an extension of the XAPIC architecture, is designed to support 32-bit processor
addressability. X2APIC enhances the performance of interrupt delivery. The options are
Enabled and Disabled.

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PCH-IOConguration

PCIExpressConguration

DMI Link ASPM Control

Use this feature to set the Active State Power Management (ASPM) state on the System
Agent (SA) side of the DMI Link. The options are Disable, L0s, L1, L0sL1, and Auto.

Peer Memory Write Enable

Use this feature to enable or disable peer memory write. The options are Disabled or
Enabled.

Port 61h Bit-4 Emulation

Select Enabled to enable the emulation of Port 61h bit-4 toggling in System Management
Mode (SMM). The options are Disabled and Enabled.

PCIE PLL SSC

Use this feature to enable PCI-E phase-locked loop (PLL) spread spectrum clocking (SSC).
The options are Enabled and Disabled.

SuperIOConguration

The following Super IO information will display:

• Super IO Chip AST2500

SerialPort1Conguration

This submenu allows the user to congure the settings of Serial Port 1.

Serial Port 1

Select Enabled to enable the selected onboard serial port. The options are Disabled and

Enabled.

Device Settings

This item displays the status of a serial port specied by the user.

Change Settings

This feature species the base I/O port address and the Interrupt Request address of a
serial port specied by the user. Select Auto to allow the BIOS to automatically assign the
base I/O and IRQ address.

The options for Serial Port 1 are Auto, (IO=3F8h; IRQ=4), (IO=2F8h; IRQ=4), (IO=3E8h;
IRQ=4), and (IO=2E8h; IRQ=4).

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SerialPort2Conguration

This submenu allows the user to congure the settings of Serial Port 2.

Serial Port 2

Select Enabled to enable the selected onboard serial port. The options are Disabled and

Enabled.

Device Settings

This item displays the status of a serial port specied by the user.

Change Settings

This feature species the base I/O port address and the Interrupt Request address of a
serial port specied by the user. Select Auto to allow the BIOS to automatically assign the
base I/O and IRQ address.

The options for Serial Port 2 are Auto, (IO=3F8h; IRQ=3), (IO=2F8h; IRQ=3), (IO=3E8h;
IRQ=3), and (IO=2E8h; IRQ=3).

Serial Port 2 Attribute

Select SOL to use COM Port 2 as a Serial Over LAN (SOL) port for console redirection.
The options are SOL and COM.

Serial Port Console Redirection

COM1 Console Redirection

Select Enabled to enable console redirection support for a serial port specied by the user.

The options are Disabled and Enabled.

*If the feature above is set to Enabled, the following settings will become available for

conguration:

COM1 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.

COM1 Terminal Type

This feature allows the user to select the target terminal emulation type for Console
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 Character Set. Select
VT-UTF8 to use UTF8 encoding to map Unicode characters into one or more bytes. The
options are VT100, VT100+, VT-UTF8, and ANSI.

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COM1 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).

COM1 Data Bits

Use this feature to set the data transmission size for Console Redirection. The options are
7 Bits and 8 Bits.

COM1 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.

COM1 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.

COM1 Flow Control

Use this feature to set the ow control for Console Redirection to prevent data loss caused
by buffer overow. 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.

COM1 VT-UTF8 Combo Key Support

Select Enabled to enable VT-UTF8 Combination Key support for ANSI/VT100 terminals.

The options are Disabled and Enabled.

COM1 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.

COM1 Resolution 100x31

Select Enabled for extended-terminal resolution support. The options are Disabled and

Enabled.

COM1 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.

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COM1 Putty KeyPad

This feature selects the settings for Function Keys and KeyPad used for Putty, which
is a terminal emulator designed for the Windows OS. The options are VT100, LINUX,
XTERMR6, SC0, ESCN, and VT400.

COM1 Redirection After POST

Use this feature to enable or disable legacy console redirection after BIOS POST. When
set to BootLoader, legacy console redirection is disabled before booting the OS. When set
to Always Enable, legacy console redirection remains enabled when booting the OS. The
options are Always Enable and BootLoader.

SOL Console Redirection

Select Enabled to enable console redirection support for a serial port specied by the user.

The options are Disabled and Enabled.

*If the feature above is set to Enabled, the following settings will become available for

conguration:

SOL 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.

SOL Terminal Type

This feature allows the user to select the target terminal emulation type for Console
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 Character Set. Select
VT-UTF8 to use UTF8 encoding to map Unicode characters into one or more bytes. The
options are VT100, VT100+, VT-UTF8, and ANSI.

SOL 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).

SOL 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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SOL 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.

SOL 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.

SOL Flow Control

Use this feature to set the ow control for Console Redirection to prevent data loss caused
by buffer overow. 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.

SOL VT-UTF8 Combo Key Support

Select Enabled to enable VT-UTF8 Combination Key support for ANSI/VT100 terminals.

The options are Disabled and Enabled.

SOL 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.

SOL Resolution 100x31

Select Enabled for extended-terminal resolution support. The options are Disabled and

Enabled.

SOL 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.

SOL Putty KeyPad

This feature selects the settings for Function Keys and KeyPad used for Putty, which
is a terminal emulator designed for the Windows OS. The options are VT100, LINUX,
XTERMR6, SC0, ESCN, and VT400.

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SOL Redirection After POST

Use this feature to enable or disable legacy console redirection after BIOS POST. When
set to BootLoader, legacy console redirection is disabled before booting the OS. When set
to Always Enable, legacy console redirection remains enabled when booting the OS. The
options are Always Enable and BootLoader.

Legacy Console Redirection

Legacy Console Redirection Settings

Legacy Redirection COM Port

Use this feature to select a COM port to display redirection of Legacy OS and Legacy
OPROM messages. The options are COM1 and SOL.

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.

Legacy Redirection After POST

Use this feature to enable or disable legacy console redirection after BIOS POST. When
set to BootLoader, legacy console redirection is disabled before booting the OS. When set
to Always Enable, legacy console redirection remains enabled when booting the OS. The
options are Always Enable and BootLoader.

Serial Port for Out-of-Band Management / Windows Emergency Management
Services (EMS)

EMS Console Redirection

Select Enabled to enable console redirection support for a serial port specied by the user.

The options are Disabled and Enabled.

*If the feature above is set to Enabled, the following settings will become available for

conguration:

EMS Console Redirection Settings

This feature allows the user to specify how the host computer will exchange data with the
client computer, which is the remote computer used by the user.

EMS Out-of-Band Mgmt Port

This feature selects a serial port in a client server to be used by the Microsoft Windows
Emergency Management Services (EMS) to communicate with a remote host server. The
options are COM1 and SOL.

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EMS Terminal Type

Use this feature to select the target terminal emulation type for Console 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 character set. Select VT-UTF8 to use
UTF8 encoding to map Unicode characters into one or more bytes. The options are VT100,
VT100+, VT-UTF8, and ANSI.

EMS Bits Per Second

This feature sets 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, 57600, and 115200 (bits per second).

EMS Flow Control

Use this feature to set the ow control for Console Redirection to prevent data loss caused
by buffer overow. 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, Hardware RTS/CTS, and Software Xon/Xoff.

EMS Data Bits, Parity, Stop Bits

SATAandRSTeConguration

When this submenu is selected, the AMI BIOS automatically detects the presence of the
SATA devices that are supported by the Intel PCH chip and displays the following features:

SATA Controller(s)

This feature enables or disables the onboard SATA controller supported by the Intel PCH
chip. The options are Enabled and Disabled.

*If the feature "SATA Controller(s)" above is set to Enabled, the following settings will

become available for conguration:

SATA Mode Selection

Use this feature to select the mode for the installed SATA drives. The options are AHCI and
RAID.

SATA Frozen

Use this feature to enable the HDD Security Frozen Mode. The options are Enabled and
Disabled.

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Aggressive LPM Support

When Aggresive Link Power Management (LPM) support is set to Enabled, the SATA AHCI
controller manages the power usage of the SATA link. The controller will put the link in a low

power mode during extended periods of I/O inactivity, and will return the link to an active
state when I/O activity resumes. The options are Disabled and Enabled.

Storage Option ROM/UEFI Driver

Select UEFI to load the EFI driver for system boot. Select Legacy to load a legacy driver for
system boot. The options are Do Not Launch, UEFI, and Legacy.

Serial ATA Port 0 ~ Port 5

This feature displays the information detected on the installed SATA drive on the particular
SATA port.

• Model number of drive and capacity

• Software Preserve Support

Port 0 ~ Port 5 Hot Plug

Set this feature to Enabled for hot plug support, which will allow the user to replace a SATA
drive without shutting down the system. The options are Disabled and Enabled.

Port 0 ~ Port 5 Spin Up Device

On an edge detect from 0 to 1, set this feature to allow the PCH to initialize the device.
The options are Disabled and Enabled.

Port 0 ~ Port 5 SATA Device Type

Use this feature to specify if the SATA port specied by the user should be connected to a

Solid State drive or a Hard Disk Drive. The options are Hard Disk Drive and Solid State
Drive.

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PCH-FWConguration

The following rmware information will display:

• Operational Firmware Version

• Backup Firmware Version

• Recovery Firmware Version

• ME Firmware Features

• ME Firmware Status #1

• ME Firmware Status #2

• Current State

• Error Code

ACPI Settings

WHEA Support

Select Enabled to support the Windows Hardware Error Architecture (WHEA) platform 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 Disabled and Enabled.

High Precision Event 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 dependency on other
timestamp calculation devices, such as an x86 RDTSC Instruction embedded in the CPU.
The High Performance Event Timer is used to replace the 8254 Programmable Interval Timer.
The options are Disabled and Enabled.

Native PCIE Enable

Enable this feature to grant native control of hot plug, Power Management Events, PCI-E
Advanced Error Reporting, PCI-E Capability Structure Control, and Latency Tolerance
Reporting Control. The options are Disabled and Enabled.

Native ASPM

Select Enabled for the operating system to control the Active State Power Management
(ASPM). Select Disabled for the BIOS to control the ASPM. The options are Auto, Enabled,
and Disabled.

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USBConguration

The following USB items will be displayed:

• USB Module Version

• USB Controllers

• USB Devices

Legacy USB Support (Available when USB Functions are not Disabled)

Select Enabled to support legacy USB devices. Select Auto to disable legacy support if
USB devices are not present. Select Disabled to have USB devices available for Extensive
Firmware Interface (EFI) applications only. The settings are Enabled, Disabled, and Auto.

XHCI Hand-off

This feature is for operating systems that do not support eXtensible Host Controller Interface
(XHCI) hand-off. When this feature is enabled, XHCI ownership change will be claimed by
the XHCI driver. The settings are Enabled and Disabled.

USB Mass Storage Driver Support

Select Enabled for USB mass storage device support. The options are Disabled and Enabled.

Port 60/64 Emulation

Select Enabled for I/O port 60h/64h emulation support which will provide complete USB

keyboard legacy support for the operating system that does not support Legacy USB devices.
The options are Disabled and Enabled.

PCIe/PCI/PnPConguration

Option ROM Execution

Video

This feature controls which option ROM to execute for the video device. The options are Do
Not Launch, UEFI, and Legacy.

PCI PERR/SERR Support

Select Enabled to allow a PCI device to generate a PERR/SERR number for a PCI Bus Signal

Error Event. The options are Disabled and Enabled.

Above 4GB MMIO BIOS Assignment

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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VGA Priority

Use this feature to select VGA priority when multiple VGA devices are detected. Select On­board to give priority to your onboard video device. Select Offboard to give priority to your
graphics card. The options are Onboard and Offboard.

Onboard Video Option ROM

Use this feature to select the onboard video rmware type to be loaded. The options are

Legacy and EFI.

NVMe Firmware Source

Use this feature to select the NVMe rmware to support booting. The options are Vendor

DenedFirmware and AMI Native Support. The default option, Vendor Dened Firmware,

is pre-installed on the drive and may resolve errata or enable innovative functions for the

drive. The other option, AMI Native Support, is offered by the BIOS with a generic method.

PCIe/PCI/PnPConguration

CPU SLOT4 PCI-E 3.0 X4 (IN X8) OPROM

Use this feature to select which rmware type to be loaded for the add-on card in this slot.

The options are Disabled, Legacy, and EFI.

CPU SLOT5 PCI-E 3.0 X4 (IN X8) OPROM

Use this feature to select which rmware type to be loaded for the add-on card in this slot.

The options are Disabled, Legacy, and EFI.

CPU SLOT6 PCI-E 3.0 X8 (IN X16) OPROM

Use this feature to select which rmware type to be loaded for the add-on card in this slot.

The options are Disabled, Legacy, and EFI.

M.2 PCI-E 3.0 X4 OPROM

Use this feature to select which rmware type to be loaded for the add-on card in this slot.

The options are Disabled, Legacy, and EFI.

Onboard LAN1 Support

Use this feature to enable support for Onboard LAN1. The options are Enabled and Disabled.

Onboard LAN2 Support

Use this feature to enable support for Onboard LAN2. The options are Enabled and Disabled.

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Onboard LAN Option ROM Type

Use this feature to select which rmware type to be loaded for onboard LAN ports. The

options are Legacy and EFI.

*If the feature above is set to Legacy, the following LAN ports will be listed and become

available for conguration:

Onboard LAN1 ~ LAN2 Option ROM

Use this feature to select which rmware function to be loaded for the specied onboard LAN

port at system boot. The options are Disabled, PXE, and iSCSI*.

*iSCSI is only supported on Onboard LAN1. The default setting for Onboard LAN1 is
PXE.

Network Stack

Select Enabled to enable Preboot Execution Environment (PXE) or Unied Extensible Firm­ware Interface (UEFI) for network stack support. The options are Disabled and Enabled.

*If the feature above is set to Enabled, the following settings will become available for

conguration:

Ipv4 PXE Support

Select Enabled to enable IPv4 PXE boot support. The options are Disabled and Enabled.

Ipv4 HTTP Support

Select Enabled to enable IPv4 HTTP boot support. The options are Disabled and Enabled.

Ipv6 PXE Support

Select Enabled to enable IPv6 PXE boot support. The options are Disabled and Enabled.

Ipv6 HTTP Support

Select Enabled to enable IPv6 HTTP boot support. The options are Disabled and Enabled.

IPSECCerticate

Internet Protocol Security (IPSEC) offers a secure connection for remote computers using a
secure tunnel. The options are Disabled and Enabled.

PXE Boot Wait Time

Use this feature to specify the wait time to press the ESC key to abort the PXE boot. Press
"+" or "-" on your keyboard to change the value. The default setting is 0.

Media Detect Count

Use this feature to specify the number of times media will be checked. Press "+" or "-" on
your keyboard to change the value. The default setting is 1.

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Trusted Computing

The X11SCL-F supports TPM 1.2 and 2.0. The following Trusted Platform Module (TPM)
information will display if a TPM 2.0 module is detected:

• Firmware Version

• Vendor Name

Security Device Support

If this feature and the TPM jumper on the motherboard are both set to Enable, onboard
security devices will be enabled for TPM (Trusted Platform Module) support to enhance data
integrity and network security. Please reboot the system for a change on this setting to take
effect. The options are Disable and Enable.

• Active PCR Bank

• SHA256 PCR Bank

*If a TPM is installed and the feature above is set to Enable, "SHA-1 PCR Bank",

"SHA256 PCR Bank", and additional settings will become available for conguration:

SHA-1 PCR Bank

Use this feature to disable or enable the SHA-1 Platform Conguration Register (PCR) bank

for the installed TPM device. The options are Disabled and Enabled.

SHA256 PCR Bank

Use this feature to disable or enable the SHA256 Platform Conguration Register (PCR) bank

for the installed TPM device. The options are Disabled and Enabled.

Pending Operation

Use this feature 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. The

options are None and TPM Clear.

Platform Hierarchy

Use this feature to disable or enable platform hierarchy for platform protection. The options
are Disabled and Enabled.

Storage Hierarchy

Use this feature to disable or enable storage hieararchy for cryptographic protection. The
options are Disabled and Enabled.

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Endorsement Hierarchy

Use this feature to disable or enable endorsement hierarchy for privacy control. The options
are Disabled and Enabled.

TPM2.0 UEFI Spec Version

Use this feature to specify the TPM UEFI spec version. TCG 1.2 supports Windows® 2012,
Windows 8, and Windows 10. TCG 2 supports Windows 10 or later. The options are TCG_1_2

and TCG_2.

Physical Presence Spec Version

Use this feature to select the PPI spec version. The options are 1.2 and 1.3.

PH Randomization

Use this feature to disable or enable Platform Hiearchy (PH) Randomization. The options are
Disabled and Enabled.

Device Select

Use this feature to select the TPM version. TPM 1.2 will restrict support to TPM 1.2 devices.
TPM 2.0 will restrict support for TPM 2.0 devices. Select Auto to enable support for both
versions. The options are TPM 1.2, TPM 2.0, and Auto.

SMCI BIOS-Based TPM Provision Support

Use this feature to enable the Supermicro TPM Provision support. The options are Disabled
and Enabled.

TXT Support

Intel Trusted Execution Technology (TXT) helps protect against software-based attacks and

ensures protection, condentiality, and integrity of data stored or created on the system. Use

this feature to enable or disable TXT Suppport. The options are Disabled and Enabled.

HTTPBootConguration

Http Boot One Time

After creating and saving a HTTP boot option, enable this feature to have the system auto
boot into the newly created HTTP boot option the next time the system is powered on. The
options are Disabled and Enabled.

Input The Description

Use this feature to input the HTTP boot option description.

Boot URi

Use this feature to input the URi address for HTTP Boot feature.

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iSCSIConguration

This submenu is available for conguration when "Network Stack" is enabled under the sub­menu, "PCIe/PCI/PnP Conguration".

iSCSI Initiator Name

This feature allows the user to enter the unique name of the iSCSI Initiator in IQN format.
Once the name of the iSCSI Initiator is entered into the system, congure the proper settings

for the following features.

Add an Attempt

Delete Attempts

Change Attempt Order

TLSAuthenticationConguration

This submenu allows the user to congure Transport Layer Security (TLS) settings.

ServerCAConguration

EnrollCertication

EnrollCerticationUsingFile

Use this feature to enroll certication from a le.

CerticationGUID

Use this feature to input the certication GUID.

Commit Changes and Exit

Use this option to save all changes and exit TLS settings.

Discard Changes and Exit

Use this option to discard all changes and exit TLS settings.

DeleteCertication

Use this feature to delete certication.

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Use this feature to congure Event Log settings.

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Change SMBIOS Event Log Settings

Enabling/Disabling Options

SMBIOS Event Log

Change this feature to enable or disable all features of the SMBIOS Event Logging during
system boot. The options are Disabled and Enabled.

Erasing Settings

Erase Event Log

If No is selected, data stored in the event log will not be erased. Select Yes, Next reset, data
in the event log will be erased upon next system reboot. Select Yes, Every reset, data in the
event log will be erased upon every system reboot. The options are No, Yes, Next reset, and
Yes, Every reset.

When Log is Full

Select Erase Immediately for all messages to be automatically erased from the event log
when the event log memory is full. The options are Do Nothing and Erase Immediately.

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SMBIOS Event Log Standard Settings

Log System Boot Event

This feature toggles the System Boot Event logging to enabled or disabled. The options are
Enabled and Disabled.

MECI

The Multiple Event Count Increment (MECI) counter counts the number of occurences that
a duplicate event must happen before the MECI counter is incremented. This is a numeric
value. The default value is 1.

METW

The Multiple Event Time Window (METW) denes the number of minutes that must pass

between duplicate log events before MECI is incremented. This is in minutes, from 0 to 99.
The default value is 60.

Note: After making changes on a setting, be sure to reboot the system for the changes
to take effect.

View SMBIOS Event Log

Select this submenu and press enter to see the contents of the SMBIOS event log. The

following categories will be displayed: Date/Time/Error Codes/Severity.

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4.5 IPMI

Use this feature to congure Intelligent Platform Management Interface (IPMI) settings.

BMC Firmware Revision

This item indicates the IPMI rmware revision used in your system.

IPMI Status (Baseboard Management Controller)

This item indicates the status of the IPMI rmware installed in your system.

System Event Log

Enabling/Disabling Options

SEL Components

Select Enabled for all system event logging at bootup. The options are Disabled and

Enabled.

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 decide what the BIOS should do when the system 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Conguration

BMCNetworkConguration

UpdateIPMILANConguration

Select Yes for the BIOS to implement all IP/MAC address changes at the next system boot.
The options are No and Yes.

*If the feature above is set to Yes, the following settings will become available for

conguration:

CongureIPV4Support

This section displays conguration features for IPV4 support.

IPMI LAN Selection

This feature displays the IPMI LAN setting. The default setting is Failover.

IPMI Network Link Status

This feature displays the IPMI Network Link status. The default setting is Shared LAN.

CongurationAddressSource

This feature allows the user to select the source of the IP address 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 eld. If DHCP is selected, the BIOS will search for a DHCP
(Dynamic Host Conguration Protocol) server attached to the network and request the next

available IP address for this computer. The options are Static and DHCP.

*If the feature above is set to Static, the following settings will become available for

conguration:

Station IP Address

This feature 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 feature displays the subnetwork that this computer belongs to. The value of each three­digit number separated by dots should not exceed 255.

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Station MAC Address

This feature displays the Station MAC address for this computer. Mac addresses are 6 two­digit hexadecimal numbers.

Gateway IP Address

This feature displays the Gateway IP address for this computer. This should be in decimal

and in dotted quad form (i.e., 172.31.0.1).

VLAN

This feature displays the virtual LAN settings. The options are Disable and Enable.

*If the feature above is set to Enable, "VLAN ID" will become available available for

conguration:

VLAN ID

Use this feature to enter the VLAN ID. The default setting is 0.

CongureIPV6Support

This section displays conguration features for IPV6 support.

IPV6 Address Status

This feature displays the IPV6 Address status. The default setting is Disabled.

IPV6 Support

Use this feature to enable IPV6 support. The options are Enabled and Disabled.

*If the feature above is set to Enabled, the following settings will become available

for conguration:

CongurationAddressSource

This feature allows the user to select the source of the IP address 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 eld. If DHCP is selected, the BIOS will search for a DHCP (Dynamic Host
Conguration Protocol) server attached to the network and request the next available IP

address for this computer. The options are Static and DHCP.

*If the feature above is set to Static, the following settings will become available for

conguration:

• Station IPV6 Address

• Prex Length

• IPV6 Router1 IP Address

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4.6 Security

This menu allows the user to congure the following security settings for the system.

Password Check

Select Setup for the system to check for a password at Setup. Select Always for the system
to check for a password at bootup or upon entering the BIOS Setup utility. The options are

Setup and Always.

Administrator Password

Press Enter to create a new, or change an existing, Administrator password.

Secure Boot

This section displays the contents of the following secure boot features:

• System Mode

• Vendor Keys

• Secure Boot

Secure Boot

Use this feature to enable secure boot. The options are Disabled and Enabled.

Secure Boot Mode

Use this feature to congure Secure Boot variables without authentication. The options are

Standard and Custom.

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CSM Support

Select Enabled to support the EFI Compatibility Support Module (CSM), which provides
compatibility support for traditional legacy BIOS for system boot. The options are Disabled
and Enabled.

Key Management

This submenu allows the user to congure the following Key Management settings.

Restore Factory Keys

Select Yes to restore all factory keys to the default settings. The options are Yes and No.



Reset to Setup Mode

Select Yes to delete all Secure Boot key databases and force the system to Setup

Mode. The options are Yes and No.

Export Secure Boot variables

Use this feature to copy the NVRAM contents of the secure boot variables to a le.

Enroll EFI Image

This feature allows the image to run in Secure Boot Mode. Enroll SHA256 Hash Cer­ticate of the image into the Authorized Signature Database.

Device Guard Ready

Remove 'UEFI CA' from DB

Use this feature to remove the Microsoft UEFI CA certicate from the database. The

options are Yes and No.

Restore DB Defaults

Select Yes to restore the DB defaults.The options are Yes and No.

Secure Boot Variable

Platform Key (PK)

This feature allows the user to update the settings of the platform keys.

Update

Select Yes to load a factory default PK or No to load from a le on an external media.
The options are Yes and No.

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Key Exchange Keys

Update

Select Yes to load the KEK from the manufacturer's defaults. Select No to load the
KEK from a le. The options are Yes and No.

Append

Select Yes to add the KEK from the manufacturer's defaults list to the existing KEK.
Select No to load the KEK from a le. The options are Yes and No.

Authorized Signatures

Update

Select Yes to load the database from the manufacturer's defaults. Select No to load
the DB from a le. The options are Yes and No.

Append

Select Yes to add the database from the manufacturer's defaults to the existing DB.
Select No to load the DB from a le. The options are Yes and No.

Forbidden Signatures

Update

Select Yes to load the DBX from the manufacturer's defaults. Select No to load the
DBX from a le. The options are Yes and No.

Append

Select Yes to add the DBX from the manufacturer's defaults to the existing DBX. Select
No to load the DBX from a le. The options are Yes and No.

Authorized TimeStamps

Update

Select Yes to load the DBT from the manufacturer's defaults. Select No to load the
DBT from a le. The options are Yes and No.

Append

Select Yes to add the DBT from the manufacturer's defaults list to the existing DBT.
Select No to load the DBT from a le. The options are Yes and No.

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OsRecovery Signature

This feature uploads and installs an OSRecovery Signature. You may insert a factory
default key or load from a le. The le formats accepted are:

1) Public Key Certicate

a. EFI Signature List

b. EFI CERT X509 (DER Encoded)

c. EFI CERT RSA2048 (bin)

d. EFI SERT SHA256 (bin)

2) EFI Time Based Authenticated Variable

When prompted, select "Yes" to load Factory Defaults or "No' to load from a le.

Update

Select Yes to load the DBR from the manufacturer's defaults. Select No to load the DBR
from a le. The options are Yes and No.

Append

This feature uploads and adds an OSRecovery Signature into the Key Management. You
may insert a factory default key or load from a le. When prompted, select "Yes" to load
Factory Defaults or "No" to load from a le.

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4.7 Boot

Use this feature to congure Boot settings.

Setup Prompt Timeout

Use this feature to indicate the length of time (the number of seconds) for the BIOS to wait
before rebooting the system when the setup activation key is pressed. Enter the value of

65535 (0xFFFF) for the BIOS to wait indenitely. The default setting is 1.

Boot Mode Select

Use this feature to select the type of device that the system is going to boot from. The options
are Legacy, UEFI, and Dual.

Fixed Boot Order Priorities

This feature prioritizes the order of bootable devices that the system boots from. Press
<Enter> on each entry from top to bottom to select devices.

*If the feature "Boot Mode Select" above is set to Legacy, UEFI, or Dual, the following

settings will be available for conguration:

• Legacy/UEFI/Dual Boot Option #1

• Legacy/UEFI/Dual Boot Option #2

• Legacy/UEFI/Dual Boot Option #3

• Legacy/UEFI/Dual Boot Option #4

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