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USER'S MANUAL

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Manual Revision 1.0a

Release Date: July 29, 2021

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Preface

About this Manual

This manual is written for professional system integrators and PC technicians. It provides information for the installation and use of the FatTwin AS -F2014S-RNTR. Installation and maintenance should be performed by experienced technicians only.

Please refer to the AS -F2014S-RNTR server specifications page on our website for updates on supported memory, processors and operating systems (http://www.supermicro.com).

Notes

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

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

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

Secure Data Deletion

A secure data deletion tool designed to fully erase all data from storage devices can be found on our website: https://www.supermicro.com/about/policies/disclaimer.cfm?url=/wdl/utility/Log9_Secure_Data_Deletion_Utility/

Warnings

Special attention should be given to the following symbols used in this manual.

Warning! Indicates important information given to prevent equipment/property damage or personal injury.

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

Contents

Chapter 1 Introduction

1.1 Overview....8
1.2 Unpacking the System 8
1.3 FatTwin: System Notes 9

Nodes....9

System Power 9

1.4 System Features ....10
1.5 Server Features....11

Front Features....11

Node Control Panels....12

Rear Features ....13

1.6 Motherboard Layout....14
Quick Reference Table....15

Chapter 2 Server Installation

2.1 Overview....17
2.2 Preparing for Setup....17

Choosing a Setup Location....17
Rack Precautions....17
Server Precautions....18
Rack Mounting Considerations....18

Ambient Operating Temperature....18
Airflow....18
Mechanical Loading....18
Circuit Overloading....19
Reliable Ground....19

2.3 Installing the Rails....20

Identifying the Rails....20
Installing the Chassis Rails....21
Installing the Rack Rails ....22

2.4 Installing the Server into a Rack....22

Removing the Chassis from the Rack....23

Chapter 3 Maintenance and Component Installation

3.1 Removing Power....24

Removing System Power....24

Removing Power from a Node....24

3.2 Accessing a Node ....25

Removing Nodes from the Chassis....25

Removing a Node Cover....26

3.3 Motherboard Components....27

Processor and Heatsink Installation....27

3.4 Memory Support and Installation ....34

Memory Support ....34

DIMM Module Population....35

DIMM Installation 36

DIMM Removal 36

Motherboard Battery ....37

3.5 System Nodes....38

Installing and Removing Hard Drives ....38

Removing and Installing the Backplane....40

Removing the Backplane....40

Installing the Backplane....41

Installing M.2 Solid State Drives....42

Installing M.2 Drives 42

Expansion Cards....43

Expansion Card Installation....43

Installing an AIOM Module 45

3.6 System Cooling 46

Installing Air Shrouds 47

3.7 Power Supplies ....48

Chapter 4 Motherboard Connections

4.1 Power Connections ....49

4.2 Headers and Connectors ....50

4.3 Rear I/O Ports ....53

4.4 Jumpers....55

Explanation of Jumpers....55

4.5 LED Indicators....57

Chapter 5 Software

5.1 Microsoft Windows OS Installation....58
5.2 Driver Installation....60
5.3 SuperDoctor ^® 5....61
5.4 IPMI 62
BMC ADMIN User Password 62

Chapter 6 UEFI BIOS

6.1 Introduction....63
Starting the Setup Utility 63
6.2 Main Setup....64
6.3 Advanced....66
6.4 IPMI....86
6.5 Event Logs ....89
6.6 Security....91
6.7 Boot....93
6.8 Save & Exit....95

Appendix A Standardized Warning Statements for AC Systems Appendix B System Specifications Appendix C UEFI BIOS Recovery

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Chapter 1

Introduction

1.1 Overview

This chapter provides a brief outline of the functions and features of the AS -F2014S-RNTR. The AS -F2014S-RNTR is based on the H12SSFR-AN6 motherboard and the CSE-F424AS3-R2K20BP chassis. This FatTwin system features four motherboard tray nodes in the chassis.

In addition to the motherboard and chassis, several important parts that are included with the system are listed below (quantity shown is for one system).

Main Parts List
Description Part Number Quantity
2U passive CPU heatsink for AMD SP3 socket processors	SNK-P0063PB	4
CSE-F418IF3 mylar air shroud set MCP-310-442411-0N 4
2200W redundant power supply PWS-2K20A-1R 4
Hybrid backplane for storage devices, 2-port BPN-SAS3-F424-A	2N2A 4
Hybrid backplane for storage devices, 6-port BPN-SAS3-F424-A	6N6 4
FatTwin static rail set supports 28-33.5 inch depth rail	MCP-290-41803-0N	1

Note: the following safety models associated with the AS -F2014S-RNTR have been certified as compliant with UL or CSA: F424-FT, F424-22, and F424R-Q22H12.

1.2 Unpacking the System

Inspect the box the SuperServer AS -F2014S-RNTR was shipped in and note if it was damaged in any way. If any equipment appears damaged, please file a damage claim with the carrier who delivered it.

Decide on a suitable location for the rack unit that will hold the server. It should be situated in a clean, dust-free area that is well ventilated. Avoid areas where heat, electrical noise and electromagnetic fields are generated. It will also require a grounded AC power outlet nearby. Be sure to read the precautions and considerations noted in Appendix B.

1.3 FatTwin: System Notes

As a FatTwin configuration, the AS -F2014S-RNTR is a unique server system. With four system boards incorporated into a single chassis acting as four separate nodes, there are several points you should keep in mind.

Nodes

Each of the four motherboards act as a separate node in the system. As independent nodes, each may be powered off and on without affecting the others. In addition, each node is a hot-swappable unit that may be removed from the chassis. The nodes are connected to the server backplane by means of an adapter card.

Note: A guide pin is located between the upper and lower nodes on the inner chassis wall. This guide pin also acts as a "stop" when a node is fully installed. If too much force is used when inserting a node this pin may break off. Take care to slowly slide a node in until you hear the "click" of the locking tab seating itself.

System Power

Four 2200W power supplies are used to provide the power for all motherboards. Each motherboard however, can be shut down independently of the others with the power button on its own control panel.

1.4 System Features

The following table provides you with an overview of the main features of the AS -F2014S-RNTR. Please refer to Appendix B for additional specifications.

System Features

Motherboard

H12SSFR-AN6

Chassis

CSE-F424AS3-R2K20BP

CPU

AMD EPYCTM 7003/7002 Series processors

Socket Type

Socket SP3

Memory (per node)

Support for up to 2TB Registered ECC DDR4 3200MHz SDRAM in 8 slots

Chipset

System on Chip

Expansion Slots (per node)

1x PCIe 4.0 x16 slot (low-profile riser)

1x PCIe 4.0 x8 (internal RAID AOC)

1x AIOM networking slot (PCIe 4.0 x16)

M.2 Interface: 4x PCIe 4.0 x4

• M.2 Form Factor: 2260, 2280, 22110

• M.2 Key: M Key

Hard Drives (per node)

Two SATA/NVMe + six SATA 3.5" or 2.5" drives per node

Power

Four 2200W (redundant) power supplies

Cooling (per node)

Two 8-cm PWM fans

Dimensions

(WxHxD) 17.63 x 6.96 x 29 in. (448 x 177 x 737 mm)

1.5 Server Features

Front Features

The CSE-F424AS3-R2K20BP is a 4U chassis with four hot-swap server nodes. See the illustration below for features and logical node locations.

Diagram of server rack with labeled sections showing Sumer units and control panels

Control panels Control panels

SUPEPO OPEN

Figure 1-1. System Front View

Front System Features
Item Feature Description
1-4 Nodes Numbers correspond to the logical node location
5 HDD Activity LED Indicates drive activity when flashing.
6 HDD Fail LED Indicates a failed hard drive
7 Release Latch Drive carrier release latch (to remove from drive bay)

Node Control Panels

Each node has its own control panel, with the functions described below.

Node + ① ② ③ ④

Figure 1-2. Node Control Panel

Control Panel Features
Item Features Description
1 Power Button		Applies or removes power from the power supply to the node with standby power maintained
2 NIC LED Indicates network activity on node when flashing
3 Information LED Alerts operator to several states, as noted in the table below
4 UID Button		The Unit ID (UID) button is used to turn on or off the UID LED to more easily locate the server in racks and server banks

Information LED
Status Description
Continuously on and red	An overheat condition has occurred.(This may be caused by cable congestion.)
Blinking red (1Hz) Fan failure, check for an inoperative fan.
Blinking red (0.25Hz) Power failure, check for a non-operational power supply.
Solid blue	UID has been activated locally to locate the server in a rack environment.
Blinking blue	UID has been activated using IPMI to locate the server in a rack environment.

Rear Features

The illustration below shows the features included on the rear of the chassis.

Diagram of a rack-mounted server rack with labeled ports and connectors, showing internal components like Sumer and Gbps.

Figure 1-3. System Rear View

Rear System Features
Item Feature Description
1 Power Supply* Redundant 2200W power supply (four total)
2 Expansion	Slot One PCIe 4.0 x16 expansion card slot
3	Rear Drive Bays	Two 3.5" rear drive bays (may be configured for 2.5" drives as option)
4 I/O Panel I/O ports, see Section 4.3 for details.

*Power supplies are independent and electrically isolated from the opposite-side nodes. Note: Items are shown only once but apply to all four nodes.

Power supplied from Power Grid A Power supplied from Power Grid A Right-side nodes Left-side nodes Power supplied from Power Grid B Power supplied from Power Grid B

Figure 1-4. System Power Configuration

1.6 Motherboard Layout

Below is a layout of the H12SSFR-AN6 with jumper, connector and LED locations shown.

graph TD
    subgraph CPU
        USB1J["USB1J"] --> AN1["AN1"]
        L34["L34"] --> LED1["LED1"]
        LED1 --> USB1J
        USB1J --> VGA["VGA"]
        USB1J --> JVGA1["JVGA1"]
        USB1J --> JCOM1["JCOM1"]
        JDBG1["JDBG1"] --> JIPMB1["JIPMB1"]
        JDBG1 --> JSXB1["JSXB1"]
        JTPM1["JTPM1"] --> SUPRO["SUPRO"]
        JPWR_HDD1["JPWR HDD1"] --> CPU
        CPU --> JBT1["JBT1"]
        CPU --> DIMMD1["DIMMD1"]
        CPU --> DIMMB1["DIMMB1"]
        CPU --> DIMMA1["DIMMA1"]
        CPU --> CPU
        CPU --> CPU
        CPU --> CPU
    end

    subgraph Memory
        JBT1 --> CPU
        CPU --> DIMMD1
        CPU --> DIMMB1
        CPU --> DIMMA1
        CPU --> CPU
        CPU --> CPU
    end

    subgraph Hardware
        JPTM1["JTPM1"] --> SUPRO
        JTPM1 --> CPU
        JPTM1 --> JBT1
        JPTM1 --> DIMMD1
        JPTM1 --> DIMMB1
        JPTM1 --> DIMMA1
        JPTM1 --> CPU
    end

    subgraph Control
        JPTM1 --> CPU
        CPU --> I_SATA0["I-SATA0"]
        CPU --> I_SATA1["I-SATA1"]
        CPU --> JSD1["JSD1"]
        CPU --> JSD2["JSD2"]
        CPU --> JNVME4["JNVME4"]
        CPU --> JNVME3["JNVME3"]
    end

    subgraph External
        JPTM1 --> CPU
        CPU --> M2-M2N["M.2-M2N"]
        CPU --> M2-M3["M.2-M3"]
    end

    subgraph Control
        JPTM1 --> CPU
        CPU --> I_SATA0
        CPU --> I_SATA1
        CPU --> JSD1
        CPU --> JSD2
        CPU --> JNVME4
        CPU --> JNVME3
    end

    subgraph External
        JPTM1 --> CPU
        CPU --> M2-M2N
        CPU --> M2-M3
    end

    subgraph Control
        JPTM1 --> CPU
        CPU --> I_SATA0
        CPU --> I_SATA1
        CPU --> JSD1
        CPU --> JSD2
        CPU --> JNVME4
        CPU --> JNVME3
    end

    subgraph External
        JPTM1 --> CPU
        CPU --> M2-M2N
        CPU --> M2-M3
    end

    BMC_label["BMC label"] --> HJ255FR_AN6["HJ255FR_AN6"]
    BMC_label --> FAN3F["FAN3F"]
    BMC_label --> BATTERY["BATTERY"]
    BMC_label --> BAR_CODE["BAR CODE"]
    BMC_label --> BAR_CODE["BAR CODE"]
    BMC_label --> IPMI_CODE["IPMI CODE"]
    BMC_label --> MAC_CODE["MAC CODE"]

    subgraph Control
        BMC_label --> Bar_CODE["BAR CODE"]
    end

    subgraph External
        BMC_label --> Bar_CODE["BAR CODE"]
    end

    subgraph Control
        BMC_label --> Bar_CODE["BAR CODE"]
    end

    subgraph External
        BMC_label --> Bar_CODE["BAR CODE"]
    end

    subgraph Control
        BMC_label --> Bar_CODE["BAR CODE"]
    end

    subgraph External
        BMC_label --> Bar_CODE["BAR CODE"]
    end

    subgraph Control
        BMC_label --> Bar_CODE["BAR CODE"]
    end

    subgraph External

Figure 1-5. H12SSFR-AN6 Layout

Quick Reference Table

Jumper Description Default Setting

JBT1 Clear CMOS Open (Normal)

JVGA1 VGA Enable/Disable Pins 1-2 (Enabled)

JWD1 Watch Dog control Pins 1-2 (Reset)

LED Description Status

UID LED Rear unit ID LED Solid blue: UID switched to ON, unit identified
LED1	BMC heartbeat LED	Green: Blinking (BMC normal), Green: Fast blinking (BMC initializing)

Connector	Description
AIOM	AIOM slot for networking card
Battery	Onboard CMOS battery
FAN 1~3	System cooling fan headers
I-SATA0~I-SATA1	Internal SATA ports
JCOM1	Onboard COM port header
JF1	Front control panel
JIPMB1	4-pin BMC external IC header
JLAN1	Rear LAN1 port
JNVME1~JNVME4	Internal NVMe ports
JPWR1	12V 8-pin CPU core power supply connector
JPWR2	0V ground connector
JPWR_HDD1~3	HDD/SSD power supply connectors
JSD1, JSD2 SATA DOM power connector
JSXB1	PCI 4.0 x16 (for right hand riser card)
JSXB2	PCI 4.0 x16 (for left hand riser card)
JTPM1	Trusted Platform Module (TPM)/Port 80 connector
M.2-M1~M.2-M4	M.2 PCIe interfaces
USB1	Rear USB 3.0 ports: USB0/USB1
VGA	Rear VGA port

Notes: Jumpers, connectors, switches, and LED indicators that are not described in the preceding table are for manufacturing testing purposes only and not covered in this manual.

See Chapter 4 for detailed information on jumpers, I/O ports, and JF1 front panel connections.

graph TD
    A["BIOS ROM 32MB"] -->|SPI| B["TPM"]
    B -->|LPC| C["BMC AST2600"]
    C -->|LRC| D["PCI x16 Slot PCIe x16"]
    C -->|CPJ_USB2["2/3"]| E["PCI x16"]
    F["RJ45"] --> G["PLY RTL8211F"]
    H["BMC ROM 32MB"] --> I["BMC AST2600"]
    J["VGA"] --> K["COM"]
    L["PCI x16 Slot PCIe x16"] --> M["SIIM SAS x4 *2 SATA x8"]
    N["AIOM PCIe x16"] --> O["PCI x16 Slot PCIe x16"]
    P["PCI x16 Slot PCIe x16"] --> Q["SIIM SAS x4 *2 SATA x8"]
    R["PCI x16 Slot PCIe x16"] --> S["SIIM SAS x4 *2 SATA x8"]
    T["PCI x16 Slot PCIe x16"] --> U["SIIM SAS x4 *2 SATA x8"]
    V["PCI x16 Slot PCIe x16"] --> W["SIIM SAS x4 *2 SATA x8"]
    X["PCI x16 Slot PCIe x16"] --> Y["SIIM SAS x4 *2 SATA x8"]
    Z["PCI x16 Slot PCIe x16"] --> AA["SIIM SAS x4 *2 SATA x8"]
    AB["PCI x16 Slot PCIe x16"] --> AC["SIIM SAS x4 *2 SATA x8"]
    AD["PCI x16 Slot PCIe x16"] --> AE["SIIM SAS x4 *2 SATA x8"]
    AF["PCI x16 Slot PCIe x16"] --> AG["SIIM SAS x4 *2 SATA x8"]
    AH["PCI x16 Slot PCIe x16"] --> AI["SIIM SAS x4 *2 SATA x8"]
    AJ["PCI x16 Slot PCIe x16"] --> AK["SIIM SAS x4 *2 SATA x8"]
    AL["PCI x16 Slot PCIe x16"] --> AM["SIIM SAS x4 *2 SATA x8"]
    AN["PCI x16 Slot PCIe x16"] --> AO["SIIM SAS x4 *2 SATA x8"]
    AP["PCI x16 Slot PCIe x16"] --> AQ["SIIM SAS x4 *2 SATA x8"]
    AR["PCI x16 Slot PCIe x16"] --> AS["SIIM SAS x4 *2 SATA x8"]
    AT["PCI x16 Slot PCIe x16"] --> AU["SIIM SAS x4 *2 SATA x8"]
    AV["PCI x16 Slot PCIe x16"] --> AW["SIIM SAS x4 *2 SATA x8"]
    AX["PCI x16 Slot PCIe x16"] --> AY["SIIM SAS x4 *2 SATA x8"]
    AZ["PCI x16 Slot PCIe x16"] --> BA["SIIM SAS x4 *2 SATA x8"]
    BB["PCI x16 Slot PCIe x16"] --> BC["SIIM SAS x4 *2 SATA x8"]
    BD["PCI x16 Slot PCIe x16"] --> BE["SIIM SAS x4 *2 SATA x8"]
    BF["PCI x16 Slot PCIe x16"] --> BG["SIIM SAS x4 *2 SATA x8"]
    BH["PCI x16 Slot PCIe x16"] --> BI["SIIM SAS x4 *2 SATA x8"]
    BJ["PCI x16 Slot PCIe x16"] --> BK["SIIM SAS x4 *2 SATA x8"]
    BL["PCI x16 Slot PCIe x16"] --> BM["SIIM SAS x4 *2 SATA x8"]
    BN["PCI x16 Slot PCIe x16"] --> BO["SIIM SAS x4 *2 SATA x8"]
    BP["PCI x16 Slot PCIe x16"] --> BQ["SIIM SAS x4 *2 SATA x8"]
    BR["PCI x16 Slot PCIe x16"] --> BS["SIIM SAS x4 *2 SATA x8"]
    BT["PCI x16 Slot PCIe x16"] --> BU["SIIM SAS x4 *2 SATA x8"]
    BV["PCI x16 Slot PCIe x16"] --> BW["SIIM SAS x4 *2 SATA x8"]
    BX["PCI x16 Slot PCIe x16"] --> BY["SIIM SAS x4 *2 SATA x8"]
    BZ["PCI x16 Slot PCIe x16"] --> CA["SIIM SAS x4 *2 SATA x8"]
    CB["PCI x16 Slot PCIe x16"] --> CC["SIIM SAS x4 *2 SATA x8"]
    DD["PCI x16 Slot PCIe x16"] --> DE["SIIM SAS x4 *2 SATA x8"]
    FD["PCI x16 Slot PCIe x16"] --> ED["SIIM SAS x4 *2 SATA x8"]
    EF["PCI x16 Slot PCIe x16"] --> GF["SIIM SAS x4 *2 SATA x8"]
    DG["PCI x16 Slot PCIe x16"] --> DH["SIIM SAS x4 *2 SATA x8"]
    DI["PCI x16 Slot PCIe x16"] --> DJ["SIIM SAS x4 *2 SATA x8"]
    DK["PCI x16 Slot PCIe x16"] --> DL["SIIM SAS x4 *2 SATA x8"]
    DV["PCI x16 Slot PCIe x16"] --> DW["SIIM SAS x4 *2 SATA x8"]
    DX["PCI x16 Slot PCIe x16"] --> DY["SIIM SAS x4 *2 SATA x8"]
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Figure 1-6. System Block Diagram

Note: This is a general block diagram and may not exactly represent the features on your motherboard. See the System Specifications appendix for the actual specifications of your motherboard.

Chapter 2

Server Installation

2.1 Overview

This chapter provides advice and instructions for mounting your system in a server rack. If your system is not already fully integrated with processors, system memory etc., refer to Chapter 4 for details on installing those specific components.

Caution: Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) can damage electronic components. To prevent such damage to PCBs (printed circuit boards), it is important to use a grounded wrist strap, handle all PCBs by their edges and keep them in anti-static bags when not in use.

2.2 Preparing for Setup

The box in which the system was shipped should include the rackmount hardware needed to install it into the rack. Please read this section in its entirety before you begin the installation.

Choosing a Setup Location

• The system should be situated in a clean, dust-free area that is well ventilated. Avoid areas where heat, electrical noise and electromagnetic fields are generated.
• Leave enough clearance in front of the rack so that you can open the front door completely (\~25 inches) and approximately 30 inches of clearance in the back of the rack to allow sufficient space for airflow and access when servicing.
• This product should be installed only in a Restricted Access Location (dedicated equipment rooms, service closets, etc.).
• This product is not suitable for use with visual display workplace devices according to §2 of the German Ordinance for Work with Visual Display Units.

Rack Precautions

- Ensure that the leveling jacks on the bottom of the rack are extended to the floor so that the full weight of the rack rests on them.

• In single rack installations, stabilizers should be attached to the rack. In multiple rack installations, the racks should be coupled together.
• Always make sure the rack is stable before extending a server or other component from the rack.
• You should extend only one server or component at a time - extending two or more simultaneously may cause the rack to become unstable.

Server Precautions

• Review the electrical and general safety precautions in Appendix B.
• Determine the placement of each component in the rack before you install the rails.
• Install the heaviest server components at the bottom of the rack first and then work your way up.
• Use a regulating uninterruptible power supply (UPS) to protect the server from power surges and voltage spikes and to keep your system operating in case of a power failure.
• Allow any drives and power supply modules to cool before touching them.
• When not servicing, always keep the front door of the rack and all covers/panels on the servers closed to maintain proper cooling.

Rack Mounting Considerations

Ambient Operating Temperature

If installed in a closed or multi-unit rack assembly, the ambient operating temperature of the rack environment may be greater than the room's ambient temperature. Therefore, consideration should be given to installing the equipment in an environment compatible with the manufacturer's maximum rated ambient temperature (TMRA).

Airflow

Equipment should be mounted into a rack so that the amount of airflow required for safe operation is not compromised.

Mechanical Loading

Equipment should be mounted into a rack so that a hazardous condition does not arise due to uneven mechanical loading.

Note: Insert the nodes into the chassis from the bottom left to bottom right and then up all the way to the top (left first, then right). Do not insert the nodes on one side fully (leaving one side empty) and then the other side or it will be very hard to insert the last node.

Circuit Overloading

Consideration should be given to the connection of the equipment to the power supply circuitry and the effect that any possible overloading of circuits might have on overcurrent protection and power supply wiring. Appropriate consideration of equipment nameplate ratings should be used when addressing this concern.

Reliable Ground

A reliable ground must be maintained at all times. To ensure this, the rack itself should be grounded. Particular attention should be given to power supply connections other than the direct connections to the branch circuit (i.e. the use of power strips, etc.).

To prevent bodily injury when mounting or servicing this unit in a rack, you must take special precautions to ensure that the system remains stable. The following guidelines are provided to ensure your safety:

• This unit should be mounted at the bottom of the rack if it is the only unit in the rack.
• When mounting this unit in a partially filled rack, load the rack from the bottom to the top with the heaviest component at the bottom of the rack.
• If the rack is provided with stabilizing devices, install the stabilizers before mounting or servicing the unit in the rack.

2.3 Installing the Rails

There are a variety of rack units on the market, which may require a slightly different assembly procedure.

The following is a basic guideline for installing the system into a rack with the rack mounting hardware provided. You should also refer to the installation instructions that came with the specific rack you are using.

Identifying the Rails

The rack rails and the related hardware should have been included with the system. Refer to Figure 2-1 to identify the rail sections. Note that these rails are left/right specific

Technical line drawings of a left rail right rail assembly (no text or symbols on the diagram itself)

Figure 2-1. Identifying the Rail Sections

Slide rail mounted equipment is not to be used as a shelf or a work space.

Warning: do not pick up the server with the front handles. They are designed to pull the system from a rack only.

Installing the Chassis Rails

Begin the rack mounting procedure by installing the inner rails to the server chassis.

1. Position the front and rear chassis rail sections along the side of the server making sure the screw holes line up. Note that these two rails are left/right specific.
2. Screw the front chassis rail (the long piece) securely to the side of the chassis (see Figure 2-2). There should be two screws for each side. Repeat this procedure for the other rail on the opposite side of the chassis.
3. Attach the two rear chassis rails to the chassis in the same manner, again keeping in mind that the rails are left/right specific. (You will also need to attach the rail brackets when installing into a telco rack.)

Isometric line drawing of a server rack cabinet with multiple panels and ventilation slots (no text or labels)

FRONT

Isometric line drawing of a server rack cabinet with visible internal components and mounting points (no text or labels)

BACK
Figure 2-2. Installing the Rails

Note: Both front chassis rails and the rack rails have a locking tab, which serves two functions. First, it locks the server into place when installed and pushed fully into the rack (its normal operating position. In addition, these tabs lock the server in place when fully extended from the rack. This prevents the server from coming completely out of the rack when pulled out for servicing.

Warning: Stability hazard. The rack stabilizing mechanism must be in place, or the rack must be bolted to the floor before you slide the unit out for servicing. Failure to stabilize the rack can cause the rack to tip over.

Installing the Rack Rails

Determine where you want to place the server in the rack (see the Rack and Server Precautions in Section 2.2). Note that servers should always be installed to the bottom of a rack first for stability reasons.

1. Position the fixed rack rail/sliding rail guide assemblies (made up of two inter-locking sections) at the desired location in the rack, keeping the sliding rail guide facing the inside of the rack and the rollers toward the front of the rack.
2. Screw the assembly securely to the rack.
3. Attach the other assembly to the other side of the rack, making sure that both are at the exact same height and with the rail guides facing inward.

2.4 Installing the Server into a Rack

You should now have rails attached to both the chassis and the rack. The next step is to install the server into the rack.

1. Line up the rear of the chassis rails with the front of the rack rails.
2. Slide the chassis rails into the rack rails, keeping the pressure even on both sides (you may have to press the locking tabs when inserting). See Figure 2-3.
3. When the server has been pushed completely into the rack, you should hear the locking tabs "click".

Isometric line drawing of a server rack cabinet with visible internal components and mounting brackets (no text or labels)

Figure 2-3. Installing the Server into a Rack

Note: Figure is for illustrative purposes only. Always install servers to the bottom of a rack first.

Removing the Chassis from the Rack

Caution! It is dangerous for a single person to off-load the heavy chassis from the rack without assistance. Be sure to have sufficient assistance supporting the chassis when removing it from the rack. Use a lift.

1. If necessary, loosen the thumb screws on the front of the chassis that hold it in the rack.
2. Pull the chassis forward out the front of the rack until it stops.
3. Press the release latches on each of the inner rails downward simultaneously and continue to pull the chassis forward and out of the rack.

Chapter 3

Maintenance and Component Installation

This chapter provides instructions on installing and replacing main system components. To prevent compatibility issues, only use components that match the specifications and/or part numbers given.

Installation or replacement of most components require that power first be removed from the system. Please follow the procedures given in each section.

3.1 Removing Power

Removing System Power

Use the following procedure to ensure that power has been removed from the entire system.

1. Use the operating system to power down all nodes.

2. After all nodes have powered down, disconnect the AC power cords from the power strips or outlets, then disconnect them from the system power supply units.

Removing Power from a Node

Use the following procedure to remove power from a single node. This step is necessary when removing or installing non hot-swap components to a node or when replacing a node.

1. Use the operating system to power down the node.

2. After the node has completely shut-down, access the node tray as described in the next section.

3.2 Accessing a Node

Removing Nodes from the Chassis

Each of the four individual nodes may be removed from the chassis. Note that when a node is removed from the chassis, the hard drives located in the node will shut-down.

Removing a Node

1. Power down the node with the operating system. If you shut down a node with the control panel you risk losing data.
2. Grasp the node by the handles on both sides of the front of the node.
3. Press down on the left handle to disengage the latch.
4. While holding down the left handle, carefully pull the node forward and out of the chassis.

Handle

Figure 3-1. Removing a Node from the Chassis

Each node in the AS -F2014S-RNTR has a removable top cover, which allows easy access to the inside.

Removing a Node Cover

1. Remove the screw shown below.
2. Slide the cover toward the rear of the node until it reaches the unlocked position.
3. Lift the top cover up and off the node.
4. Check that all ventilation openings on the top cover and the top of the chassis are clear and unobstructed.

Caution: Except for short periods of time, do not operate the server without the cover in place. The cover allows for proper airflow to prevent overheating.

Screw RFAAAR RFAAAR RFAAAR

Figure 3-2. Removing the Node Cover

3.3 Motherboard Components

Processor and Heatsink Installation

Warning: When handling the processor package, avoid placing direct pressure on the label area of the fan. Also, improper CPU installation or socket misalignment can cause serious damage to the CPU or the motherboard that will require RMA repairs. Please read and follow all instructions thoroughly before installing your CPU and heatsink.

Important:

• For the Processor/Heatsink installation you need to use a T20 screwdriver when opening/closing the CPU socket.
• Always connect the power cord last, and always remove it before adding, removing or changing any hardware components. Make sure that you install the processor into the CPU socket before you install the CPU heatsink.
• If you buy a CPU separately, make sure that you use an AMD-certified multi-directional heatsink only.
• Make sure to install the motherboard into the chassis before you install the CPU heatsink.
• When receiving a motherboard without a processor pre-installed, make sure that the plastic CPU socket cap is in place and none of the socket pins are bent; otherwise, contact your retailer immediately.
  • Refer to the Supermicro website for updates on CPU support.

Installing the Processor and Heatsink

1. Unscrew the screws holding down Force Frame in the sequence of 3-2-1. The screws are numbered on the Force Frame next to each screw hole.

Screw #3 Screw #2 Force Frame Screw #1

1. The spring-loaded Force Frame will raise up after the last screw securing it (#1) is removed. Gently allow it to lift up to its stopping position.

Line drawing of a hand inserting into a computer processor socket (no text or symbols)

1. Lift the Rail Frame up by gripping the lift tabs near the front end of the rail frame. While keeping a secure grip of the Rail Frame, lift it to a position so you can do the next step of removing the External Cap.

Note: The Rail Frame is spring loaded, so keep a secure grip on it as you lift it so it does not snap up.

Rail Frame PnP Cover Cap

1. Remove the External Cap from the Rail Frame by pulling it upwards through the rail guides on the Rail Frame.

External Cap PnP Cover Cap

1. The CPU Package is shipped from the factory with the Carrier Frame pre-assembled. Grip the handle of the Carrier Frame/CPU Package assembly from its shipping tray, and while gripping the handle, align the flanges of the Carrier Frame onto the rails of the Rail Frame so its pins will be at the bottom when the Rail Frame is lowered later.
2. Slide the Carrier Frame/CPU Package downwards to the bottom of the Rail Frame. Ensure the flanges are secure on the rails as you lower it downwards.

Carrier Frame/ CPU Package

Note: You can only install the CPU inside the socket in one direction with the handle at the top. Make sure that it is properly inserted into the CPU socket before closing the Rail Frame plate. If it doesn't close properly, do not force it as it may damage your CPU. Instead, open the Rail Frame plate again, and double-check that the CPU is aligned properly.

1. Lift up the Rail Frame till it securely rests in upright position. Then remove the PnP Cover Cap from the CPU socket below. Grip the two lift tabs marked "Remove" at the middle of the cap and pull vertically upwards to remove the PnP Cover Cap.

Rail Frame

Warning! The exposed socket contacts are extremely vulnerable and can be damaged easily. Do not touch or drop objects onto the contacts and be careful removing the PnP Cover Cap and when placing the Rail Frame over the socket.

1. Gently lower the Rail Frame down onto the socket until the latches on the Rail Frame engage with the Socket housing. and it rests in place. DO NOT force it into place!

Line drawing of a hand pressing down on a computer processor component (no text or symbols)

1. Gently lower the Force Frame down onto the Rail Frame and hold it in place until it is seated in the Socket housing. Note that the Force Frame is spring loaded and has to be held in place before it is secured. Important: Use a torque screwdriver, set it at 16.1 kgf-cm (14.0 lbf-in) with a Torx T20 screw head bit, to prevent damage to the CPU.

Line drawing of hands installing a component on a base (no text or symbols)

1. Place and re-screw the screws in the reverse order to the way you removed them (holes 1-2-3 in order). When finished, the Force Frame will be secure over both the Rail Frame and CPU Package.

Technical line drawing of a mechanical component with mounting holes and a central square feature (no text or symbols)

1. After the Force Frame is secured and the CPU package is in place, now you must install the heatsink to the frame. Lower the heatsink down till it rests securely over the four screw holes on CPU Package on the socket frame.

Technical line drawing of an electronic component with cooling fins and mounting base (no text or symbols)

1. Using a diagonal pattern, tighten the four screws down on the heatsink in a clockwise fashion till it is secure. The heatsink will now be secured and you have finished installing the processor and heatsink onto the motherboard. Repeat this procedure for any remaining CPU sockets on the Motherboard.

#1 Screw #3 Screw #4 Screw #2 Screw

Un-installing the Processor and Heatsink

1. Remove the heatsink attached to the top of the CPU Package by reversing the installation procedure.
2. Clean the Thermal grease left by the heatsink on the CPU package lid to limit the risk of it contaminating the CPU package land pads or contacts in the socket housing.
3. Reverse the procedure for installing the Force Frame onto the socket, unscrewing the plate in the 3-2-1 screw order and lift the Force Frame to the vertical position.
4. Lift the Rail Frame using the lift tabs near the front end of the Rail Frame. Note that the Rail Frame is spring loaded, so be careful lifting it up into a vertical position.
5. Grip the handle of the Carrier Frame and pull upwards to extract it from the Rail Frame. Return the Carrier Frame/CPU Package to its original shipping container.
6. Grip the handle on the External Cap and return it to the Rail Frame sliding it downwards till it rests in the frame.
7. Gripping the Rail Frame, rotate it downwards till it rests above and locks over the socket housing in its horizontal position.
8. Push and rotate down the Force Frame till it is over the External Cap and Rail Frame into a horizontal position.
9. While holding down the Force Frame, secure it back to the socket frame by securing screw 1 in place. Note that without a CPU Package in place, it is not necessary to tighten down screws 2 and 3 at this time.

3.4 Memory Support and Installation

Note: Check the Supermicro website for recommended memory modules.

Important: Exercise extreme care when installing or removing DIMM modules to prevent any possible damage.

Memory Support

The H12SSFR-AN6 supports up to 2TB Registered ECC DDR4 3200MHz SDRAM memory in 8 DIMM slots. Refer to the tables below for additional memory information.

Populating RDIMM/RDIMM 3DS/LRDIMM/LRDIMM 3DS DDR4 Memory Modules with 7003/7002 Processor
Type	DIMM Population	Maximum DIMM Capacity (GB)		Maximum Frequency (MHz)
	DIMM1 1	Channel 8 Channel
RDIMM	1R 32GB	256GB 3200
	2R or 2DR 64GB 512GB 3200
LRDIMM 3DS	2S2R 128GB 1TB 3200
	2S4R 256GB 2TB 3200
3DS RDIMM	2S2R 128GB 1TB 3200
	2S4R 256GB 2TB 3200

1R: 1 package rank of SDP DRAMs

2R: 2 package rank of SDP DRAMs

2DR: 2 package rank of DDP DRAMs

4DR: 4 package rank of DDP DRAMs

2S2R/2S4R/2S8R: 2 package rank of 2/4/8 high 3DS DRAMs

DIMM Population Guide (with AMD 7003/7002 Processor)
CPU# Channel
	D1 C1	B1 A1 E1	F1 G1 H1
1 DIMM (supported but not recommend)
CPU1 X
2 DIMMs (supported but not recommend)
CPU1 X X
4 DIMMs (conditionally recommended if 32 cores or fewer)
CPU1 X X	X X
8 DIMMs
CPU1 X X	X X X X X

Note: Most configurations populating fewer than eight channels are supported, but not recommended.

DIMM Module Population

There is no specific order or sequence required when installing memory modules. However do keep the following in mind:

• It is recommended that you use DDR4 DIMM modules of the same type, size and speed.
• Mixed DIMM speeds can be installed, however all memory will run at the speed of the slowest DIMM.
• The motherboard will support odd-numbered modules (1 or 3 modules installed). However, to achieve the best memory performance, a balanced memory population is recommended.

DIMMA1 DIMMB1 DIMMC1 DIMMD1 DIMME1 DIMMF1 DIMMG1 DIMMH1

Figure 3-3. DIMM Slot Locations

DIMM Installation

1. Insert the desired number of DIMMs into the memory slots, there is no specific sequence or order required.
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 both ends of the module straight down into the slot until the module snaps into place.
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 module to unlock it. Once the DIMM module is loosened, remove it from the memory slot.

Key Receptive Point

Notches Release Tabs

Press both ends straight down into the memory slot.

Motherboard Battery

The motherboard uses non-volatile memory to retain system information when system power is removed. This memory is powered by a lithium battery residing on the motherboard.

Replacing the Battery

Begin by removing power from the system as described in section 3.1.

1. Push aside the small clamp that covers the edge of the battery. When the battery is released, lift it out of the holder.
2. To insert a new battery, slide one edge under the lip of the holder with the positive (+) side facing up. Then push the other side down until the clamp snaps over it.

Note: Handle used batteries carefully. Do not damage the battery in any way; a damaged battery may release hazardous materials into the environment. Do not discard a used battery in the garbage or a public landfill. Please comply with the regulations set up by your local hazardous waste management agency to dispose of your used battery properly.

LITHIUM BATTERY BATTERY HOLDER

Figure 3-4. Installing the Onboard Battery

Warning: There is a danger of explosion if the onboard battery is installed upside down (which reverses its polarities). This battery must be replaced only with the same or an equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer (CR2032).

3.5 System Nodes

Installing and Removing Hard Drives

Removing Hard Drive Carriers from the Node

1. Press the release button on the drive carrier. This extends the drive bay handle.
2. Use the handle to pull the drive carrier out of the chassis.

Release button

Figure 3-5. Removing a Hard Drive Carrier (rear drives shown)

Installing a Hard Drive into a Drive Carrier

1. Insert a drive into the carrier with the PCB side facing down and the connector end toward the rear of the carrier.
2. Align the drive in the carrier so that the screw holes of both line up. Note that there are holes in the carrier marked "SATA" to aid in correct installation.
3. Secure the drive to the carrier with four screws.
4. Insert the drive carrier into its bay, keeping the carrier oriented so that the hard drive is on the top of the carrier and the release button is on the right side. When the carrier reaches the rear of the bay, the release handle will retract.
5. Push the handle in until it clicks into its locked position.

Note: Your operating system must have RAID support to enable the hot-plug capability of the hard drives.

Note: Enterprise level hard disk drives are recommended for use in Supermicro chassis and servers. For information on recommended HDDs, visit the H12SSFR-AN6 web page at http://www.supermicro.com/products/nfo/files/storage/SBB-HDDCompList.pdf

Technical diagram of a server rack with labeled components and directional arrows indicating assembly or movement.

Figure 3-6. Installing Rear 3.5" Hard Drive Cage

Technical diagram of a server rack with labeled components and directional arrows indicating assembly or installation steps.

Figure 3-7. Installing Rear 2.5" Hard Drive Cage

Removing and Installing the Backplane

The CSE-F424AS3 chassis backplane is located behind the hard drives and in front of the front system fans in each node. Although backplane failure rarely occurs, in the event of a backplane failure, follow the instructions below.

Removing the Backplane

Removing the Backplane from the Chassis

1. Remove the node from the chassis and remove the cover from the node.
2. Remove the air shroud.
3. Ensure that all of the hard drive carriers have been removed from the front of the node.
4. Disconnect all cables to the hard drive backplane.
5. Remove the three screws securing the backplane to the node and lift the bqackplane from the chassis.

Technical diagram of an electronic device chassis with labeled components and highlighted parts

Figure 3-8. Removing the Screws at the Top of the Backplane

Installing the Backplane

Installing the Backplane into the Chassis

1. Ensure that all of the hard drive carriers have been removed from the bays in the front of the node.
2. Ease the backplane forward, against the front of the chassis.
3. Align the mounting holes in the backplane with the holes in the chassis. Replace the four screws at the top of the backplane
4. Reconnect all cables and return the hard drive trays to their bays in the front of the node.

Installing M.2 Solid State Drives

The H12SSFR-AN6 supports M.2 SSDs with a PCIe 4.0 x8 slot (JSXB2), which supports two PCIe 4.0 x4 NVMe SSDs. M.2 form factors 2242/2260/2280 are supported via AOC-SMG4-2M2-F. M.2 allows for a variety of card sizes with increased functionality and storage efficiency.

Installing M.2 Drives

1. Remove power from the system and then remove the top cover as described in Sections 3.1 and 3.2.
2. Insert the M.2 sideways into the connector so that it lays flat, then secure it to the bracket with the plastic clip.
3. Repeat as necessary for more M.2 drives.
4. With the drives installed, secure the M.2 to the chassis with the screws.
5. Finish by replacing the cover and restoring power to the system.

Technical line drawing of a server rack with internal components and an inset view showing the exterior panel (no text or symbols present)

Figure 3-9. Installing an M.2 SSD

Expansion Cards

Each node of the AS -F2014S-RNTR supports expansion (add-on) cards as follows:

With rear 3.5" drives: supports one PCIe x16 card (installed directly into the JSXB1 slot).

With rear 2.5" drives: includes one riser card (RSC-F2B-88G4 in JSXB1) to support two PCIe x8 expansion cards (as shown in figure below)

Before following the procedure below to install expansion cards, first turn off and remove power from the system as described in Section 3.1 then remove the top cover.

Expansion Card Installation

Each node supports one expansion card. This expansion card must be plugged into a riser card, which in turn plugs into the motherboard.

Adding an Expansion Card (3.5" drives)

1. Remove the mounting screw that holds the expansion slot shield in place.
2. Lift the shield out.
3. Secure the expansion card to the shield using the same screw just removed.
4. Install the expansion card into the slot and the shield back into place.

Assembling the PCIe Slot Bracket (2.5" drives)

1. Remove the mounting screws securing the PCIe bracket to the node.
2. Lift the PCIe bracket out of the node.
3. Remove one screw securing the I/O shield to the bracket and remove the shield. (Keep the screw, it will be used in step 5.)
4. Insert the expansion card(s) into the riser card.
5. Secure the expansion card by using the same screw removed in step 3.
6. Install the PCIe bracket back into the node while simultaneously plugging the riser card into the motherboard. A tab on the bottom of the bracket should insert into the opening sown in the figure.
7. Secure the PCIe bracket with the three screws used in step 1.

Technical line drawing of a server rack with internal components and ventilation ducts (no text or symbols)

Figure 3-10. Installing an Expansion Card (w/ 3.5" rear drive bays)

Tab Opening

Figure 3-11. Installing the PCIe Slot Bracket Assembly (w/ 2.5" rear drive bays)

Installing an AIOM Module

Each node in the system has one front mounted AIOM module, which adds various I/O ports to the node depending upon the module selected. To install a module, use the procedure below. Installing an AIOM module

1. Remove the AIOM bracket by unscrewing two screws, one on the side of the node tray, one underneath.
2. Remove one screw securing the AIOM I/O shield.
3. Install any AIOM into the bracket, and securing the AIOM by tightening the two built-in screws on the AIOM.
4. Install the assembled AIOM bracket into the node tray, and tightening the two screws used in step 1.

Technical line drawing of a server rack with internal components and ventilation slots (no text or symbols)

Figure 3-12. Installing the AIOM Module

3.6 System Cooling

The AS -F2014S-RNTR includes two 8-cm 13.5K RPM, PWM mid-chassis cooling fans per node for a total of eight in the system. These fans are NOT hot-plug and must be replaced when they fail.

Removing Internal System Fans

1. Remove the node from the chassis and remove the cover from the node.
2. Disconnect the wiring to all three fans.
3. Lift the fan tray up and out of the node.
4. Push upward on the underside of the failed fan to remove it from the fan tray.

Installing Internal System Fans

1. Insert the replacement fan into the fan tray, making certain that the fan is facing in the same direction as the other fans in the fan tray.
2. Place the fan tray in the node.
3. Secure the fan tray to the floor of the node.
4. Reconnect the wiring to the fans.

Technical line drawing of an internal server rack with fan and drive components (no text or labels)

Figure 3-13. Removing the Fan Tray

Installing Air Shrouds

Air shrouds concentrate airflow to maximize fan efficiency. The CSE-F424AS3 chassis requires an air shroud in each node.

Installing an Air Shroud

1. Make sure that the motherboard and all components are properly installed in each node.
2. Place the air shroud over the motherboard, as illustrated below. The air shroud sits behind the system fans and goes over the top of the motherboard and its components.
3. Secure each air shroud (three pieces per node) with two screws.
4. Repeat the procedure for the remaining nodes as necessary.

Technical line drawing of a server rack with internal components and external hardware (no text or symbols)

Figure 3-14. Installing the Air Shroud

3.7 Power Supplies

The system includes four hot-plug, 2200W power supply modules. These modules will automatically sense and operate at an input voltage between 100v to 240v. Note that different input voltages will result in different maximum power output levels.

In the event of a power module failure, the other power module will continue to power the system on its own. Failed power supply modules can be replaced without powering-down the system. Replacement modules can be ordered directly from Supermicro.

An amber light on the power supply is illuminated when the power is switched off. A green light indicates that the power supply is operating.

Replacing the Power Supply

1. Unplug the AC power cord from the failed power supply module.
2. Push and hold the release tab on the back of the power supply.
3. Grasp the handle of the power supply and pull it out of its bay.
4. Push the new power supply module into the power bay until it clicks into the locked position.
5. Plug the AC power cord back into the power supply module.

Tab Handle

Figure 3-15. Installing a Power Supply Module

Chapter 4

Motherboard Connections

This section describes the connections on the motherboard and provides pinout definitions.

Note that depending on how the system is configured, not all connections are required.

The LEDs on the motherboard are also described here. A motherboard layout indicating component locations may be found in Chapter 1.

Please review the Safety Precautions in Chapter 3 before installing or removing components.

4.1 Power Connections

12V 8-pin Auxiliary Power Connector

JPWR1 is an 8-pin ATX power input to provide core power to the processor. Refer to the table below for pin definitions.

12V 8-pin Power Connector Pin Definitions
Pins Definition
1 through 4 Ground
5 through 8 +12V

12V 8-pin Auxiliary Power Connector

JPWR2 is an 8-pin ATX power input to provide core power to the processor. Refer to the table below for pin definitions.

12V 8-pin Power Connector Pin Definitions
Pins Definition
1 through 4 Ground
5 through 8 +12V

HDD/SSD Power Connectors

JPWR_HDD1 \~ JPWR_HDD3 are used to provide power to the onboard HDD/SSD ports. Refer to the table below for pin definitions.

HDD/SSD Power Connector Pin Definitions
Pins Definition
1 Ground
2 Ground
3 +5V
4 +12V

4.2 Headers and Connectors

Onboard Fan Headers

There are three fan headers on the motherboard. These are 4-pin fan headers; pins 1-3 are backward compatible with traditional 3-pin fans. The onboard fan speeds are controlled by Thermal Management (via Hardware Monitoring) in the BMC. When using Thermal Management setting, please use all 4-pin fans.

Fan HeaderPin Definitions

Pin# Definition

1 Ground (Black)

2 +12V (Red)

3 Tachometer (Yellow)

4 PWM Control (Blue)

Disk-On-Module Power Connector

The Disk-On-Module (DOM) power connectors at JSD1 and JSD2 provide 5V power to a solid-state DOM storage device connected to one of the SATA ports. See the table below for pin definitions.

DOM Power Pin Definitions
Pin# Definition
1 5V
2 Ground
3 Ground

SATA Ports

The H12SSFR-AN6 has two standard onboard SATA3 ports (I-SATA0\~1). I-SATA0 and I-SATA1 are standard SATA 3.0 ports.

NVMe Ports

The JNVME1 \~ JNVME4 connections are NVMe ports, which provide high-speed, low-latency PCIe 4.0 x8 connections directly from the CPU to NVMe SSDs (Solid State Drives). This greatly increases SSD data-throughput performance and significantly reduces PCIe latency by simplifying driver/software requirements resulting from the direct PCIe interface from the CPU.

TPM Header/Port 80 Connector (TPM Port)

The JTPM1 header is used to connect a Trusted Platform Module (TPM), which is available from a third-party vendor. A TPM is a security device that supports encryption and authentication in hard drives. It enables the motherboard to deny access if the TPM associated with the hard drive is not installed in the system.

Please go to the following link for more information on TPM: http://www.supermicro.com/manuals/other/TPM.pdf.

Trusted Platform Module HeaderPin Definitions
Pin# Definition Pin# Definition
1 LCLK 2 GND
3 LFRAME# 4 Key
5 LRESET# 6 N/C
7 LAD3 8 LAD2
9 3.3V 10 LAD1
11 LAD0 12 GND
13 SMB_CLK (optional) 14 SMB_DAT (optional)
15 P3V3_STBY 16 SERIRQ
17 GND 18 LP_CLKRUN (optional)
19 LPC_PD (optional) 20 LPC_DRQ (optional)

M.2 Connectors

The M.2 (M.2-M1 \~ M.2-M4) connectors support M-Key (PCIe x4) storage cards. Form factors 2280, 22110 are supported.

Expansion Slots

The motherboard features two expansion slots (JSXB1 and JSXB2). These are both PCIe 4.0 x16 slots (JSXB1 is for a right hand riser card, JSXB2 is for a left hand riser card).

Onboard Battery (BT1)

The onboard back up battery is located at BT1. The onboard battery provides backup power to the on chip CMOS, which stores the BIOS' setup information. It also provides power to the Real Time Clock (RTC) to keep it running.

IPMB System Management Bus Header

A System Management Bus header for IPMI 2.0 is located at JIPMB1. Connect the appropriate cable here to use the IPMB I ^2 C connection on your system.

IPMB HeaderPin Definitions
Pin# Definition
1 Data
2 Ground
3 Clock
4 No Connection

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. This connector is designed specifically for use with Supermicro chassis and connects to the motherboard with Supermicro cable p/n CBL-OTHR-0022L. See the figure below for the pin definitions of JF1.

Power Button (Signal) UID Switch (Signal) LAN Link Activity LED UID LED On (Signal) (Vcc) (Vcc) (Vcc) 5V Standby Power Key Key Ground Power Supply On (Signal) Power LED On Red LED On Ground Ground +12V Enable Power Supply/PMBus Alert SCL Backplane Power SDA Backplane Power

Figure 4-1. JF1 Pin Definitions

4.3 Rear I/O Ports

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

Diagram of computer motherboard components with labeled connectors and ports, including VGA, Ethernet, CPU, and I/O interfaces.

Figure 4-2. Rear I/O Port Locations

Rear I/O Ports

# Description # Description

1 VGA Port 3 USB0 Port (USB 3.0)

2 LAN1 Port 4 USB1 Port (USB 3.0)

VGA Port

There is one VGA port on the rear I/O panel.

Universal Serial Bus (USB) Ports

There are two USB 3.0 ports (USB0/1) on the I/O back panel. These support the type A connector.

Gigabit LAN Port

There is one gigabit LAN port located on the I/O back panel (LAN1). This port accepts an RJ45 type cable.

UID LED Indicator

A UID LED is provided on the I/O backpanel. The UID Indicator provides easy identification of a system that may be in need of service.

Note: UID can be triggered with the onboard UID switch or via IPMI. For more information on IPMI, please refer to the IPMI User's Guide posted on our website at http://www.supermicro.com

4.4 Jumpers

Explanation of Jumpers

To modify the operation of the motherboard, jumpers are used to choose between optional settings. Jumpers create shorts between two pins to change the function associated with it. Pin 1 is identified with a square solder pad on the printed circuit board. See the motherboard layout page for jumper locations.

Note: On a two-pin jumper, "Closed" means the jumper is on both pins and "Open" indicates the jumper is either on only one pin or has been completely removed.

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.

Notes: Clearing CMOS will also clear all passwords.

Do not use the PW_ON connector to clear CMOS.

JBT1 contact pads

VGA Enable/Disable (JVGA1)

JVGA1 allows you to enable or disable the VGA port. The default position is on pins 1 and 2 to enable VGA. See the table below for jumper settings.

VGA Enable/DisableJumper Settings (JVGA1)

Jumper Setting Definition

Pins 1-2 Enabled (default)

Pins 2-3 Disabled

Watch Dog (JWD1)

JWD1 controls the Watch Dog function. Watch Dog is a monitor that can reboot the system when a software application hangs. Jumping pins 1-2 will cause Watch Dog to reset the system if an application hangs. Jumping pins 2-3 will generate a non-maskable interrupt signal for the application that hangs. Watch Dog must also be enabled in BIOS. The default setting is Reset.

Note: When Watch Dog is enabled, the user needs to write their own application software to disable it.

Watch DogJumper Settings
Jumper Setting Definition
Pins 1-2 Reset (Default)
Pins 2-3 NMI
Open Disabled

4.5 LED Indicators

LAN Port LEDs

The motherboard's Ethernet port has two LED indicators. The Activity LED is yellow and indicates connection and activity. The Link LED may be green, amber, or off to indicate the speed of the connection. Refer to the tables below for more information.

Link LEDConnection Link Speed Indicator
LED Color Definition
Orange 1 Gb/s
Green 10 Gb/s

Activity LED
Color State Definition
None No Connection
None Off Link
Green Flashing Active

Link LED Activity LED

BMC Heartbeat LED (LED)

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

BMC HeartbeatLED State
Color State Definition
Green Solid	On BMC is not ready
Green Blinking		BMC	Normal
Green Fast Blinking		BMC:	Initializing

Chapter 5

Software

After the hardware has been installed, you can install the Operating System (OS), configure RAID settings and install the drivers.

5.1 Microsoft Windows OS Installation

If you will be using RAID, you must configure RAID settings before installing the Windows OS and the RAID driver. Refer to the RAID Configuration User Guides posted on our website at www.supermicro.com/support/manuals.

Installing the OS

1. Create a method to access the MS Windows installation ISO file. That might be a DVD, perhaps using an external USB/SATA DVD drive, or a USB flash drive, or the IPMI KVM console.
2. Go to the Supermicro web page for your motherboard and click on "Download the Latest Drivers and Utilities", select the proper driver, and copy it to a USB flash drive.
3. Boot from a bootable device with Windows OS installation. You can see a bootable device list by pressing F11 during the system startup.

Please select boot device: ATEN Virtual CDROM YSOJ → IPMI virtual drive (Legacy) ASUS SDRW-08D2S-U F601 → USB DVD device (Legacy) USB FLASH DRIVE PMAP → USB flash drive with OS installation (Legacy) IBA 40-10G Slot 1900 v1060 → PXE boot (Legacy) UEFI: ATEN Virtual CDROM YSOJ → IPMI virtual drive (UEFI) UEFI: ASUS SDRW-08D2S-U F601 → USB DVD device (UEFI) UEFI: Built-in EFI Shell Enter Setup ↑ and ↓ to move selection ENTER to select boot device ESC to boot using defaults

Figure 5-1. Select Boot Device

1. During Windows Setup, continue to the dialog where you select the drives on which to install Windows. If the disk you want to use is not listed, click on "Load driver" link at the bottom left corner.

Where do you want to install Windows? Name Total size Free space Type Refresh Delete Format New Load driver Extend We couldn't find any drives. To get a storage driver, click Load driver. Next

Figure 5-2. Load Driver Link

To load the driver, browse the USB flash drive for the proper driver files.

• For RAID, choose the SATA/sSATA RAID driver indicated then choose the storage drive on which you want to install it.

• For non-RAID, choose the SATA/sSATA AHCI driver indicated then choose the storage drive on which you want to install it.

• Once all devices are specified, continue with the installation.

• After the Windows OS installation has completed, the system will automatically reboot multiple times.

5.2 Driver Installation

The Supermicro website contains drivers and utilities for your system at https://www.supermicro.com/wdl/driver. Some of these must be installed, such as the chipset driver.

After accessing the website, go into the CDR_Images (in the parent directory of the above link) and locate the ISO file for your motherboard. Download this file to a USB flash drive or a DVD. (You may also use a utility to extract the ISO file if preferred.)

Another option is to go to the Supermicro website at http://www.supermicro.com/products/. Find the product page for your motherboard, and "Download the Latest Drivers and Utilities". Insert the flash drive or disk and the screenshot shown below should appear.

SUPERMICRO H12SSFR-AN6 Motherboard Drivers & Tools (Win2019) S SUPERMICRO AMD EPYC 7000-series H12SSFR-AN6 SUPERMICRO Computer Inc. AMD SP3 IO Driver Microsoft .Net Framework 4.8(Optional) ASPEED Graphics Driver SUPERMICRO SuperDoctor 5 Build driver diskettes and manuals Browse CD Auto Start Up Next Time For more information, please visit SUPERMICRO's web site.

Figure 5-1. Driver & Tool Installation Screen

Note: Click the icons showing a hand writing on paper to view the readme files for each item. Click the computer icons to the right of these items to install each item (from top to the bottom) one at a time. After installing each item, you must re-boot the system before moving on to the next item on the list. The bottom icon with a CD on it allows you to view the entire contents.

5.3 SuperDoctor® 5

The Supermicro SuperDoctor 5 is a program that functions in a command-line or web-based interface for Windows and Linux operating systems. The program monitors such system health information as CPU temperature, system voltages, system power consumption, fan speed, and provides alerts via email or Simple Network Management Protocol (SNMP).

SuperDoctor 5 comes in local and remote management versions and can be used with Nagios to maximize your system monitoring needs. With SuperDoctor 5 Management Server (SSM Server), you can remotely control power on/off and reset chassis intrusion for multiple systems with SuperDoctor 5 or IPMI. SuperDoctor 5 Management Server monitors HTTP, FTP, and SMTP services to optimize the efficiency of your operation.

SuperMicro SuperDocker Certificate error localhost:1144SuperDocker5 Loading Matherboard: C:\B360-CB-ML Voltage VCCU Value DCU Value DCAM Value DCAD Value DCAS_CO Value DCPLC_CO Value DCRLC_CO Value DCR_CO Value DCR_JL Value Status Classical Interface Temperatures CPU Time 2.10 2.00 1.90 1.80 1.70 1.60 1.50 1.40 1.30 1.20 1.10 1.00 0.90 0.80 0.70 0.60 0.50 0.40 0.30 0.20 0.10 0.05 0.02 0.01 0.005 0.002 0.001 0.0005 Hard Disk install Smarthome: SUPRISCAL/DRIVER (253M/43) Memory Ask me anything

Figure 5-2. SuperDoctor 5 Interface Display Screen (Health Information)

5.4 IPMI

The H12SSFR-AN6 supports the Intelligent Platform Management Interface (IPMI). IPMI provides remote access, monitoring and management through the baseboard management controller (BMC) and other management controllers distributed among different system modules. There are several BIOS settings that are related to IPMI. For general documentation and information on IPMI, visit our website at: https://www.supermicro.com/en/solutions/management-software/bmc-resources.

BMC ADMIN User Password

For security, each system is assigned a unique default BMC password for the ADMIN user. This can be found on a sticker on the chassis and a sticker on the motherboard. The sticker also displays the BMC MAC address.

BMC AC1F6BC07014 PWD SUOKJKJYZC

Figure 5-5. BMC Password Label

See motherboard layout in Chapter 1 for label location.

Chapter 6

UEFI BIOS

6.1 Introduction

This chapter describes the AMIBIOS™ Setup utility for H12SSFR-AN6 motherboards that are equipped with the EPYC 7003/7002 Series Processor. The BIOS is stored on a chip and can be easily upgraded using a flash 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 BIOS that may not be reflected in this manual.

Starting the Setup Utility

To enter the BIOS Setup Utility, hit the key while the system is booting-up. (In most cases, the key is used to invoke the BIOS setup screen. There are a few cases when other keys are used, such as , , 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 configured. "Grayed-out" options cannot be configured. 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 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 an item and pressing the 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 (, , , , , keys, etc.) can be used at any time during the setup navigation process.

6.2 Main Setup

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

System Date [Tue 10/13/2020] System Time [22:39:01] Supermicro H12SSFR-AN6 BIOS Version T20201012154858 Build Date 10/12/2020 CPLD Version F1.A1.05 Memory Information Total Memory 256 GB	Set the Date. Use Tab to switch between Date elements. Default Ranges: Year: 2005-2099 Months: 1-12 Days: dependent on month
	++: Select Screen ↑↓: Select Item Enter: Select +/-: Change Opt. F1: General Help F2: Previous Values F3: Optimized Defaults F4: Save & Exit ESC: Exit
Version 2.20.1275, Copyright (C) 2020 American Megatrends, Inc.

System Date/System Time

Use this option to change the system date and time. Highlight System Date or System Time using the arrow keys. Enter new values using the keyboard. Press the key or the arrow keys to move between fields. 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 01/01/2015 after RTC reset.

Supermicro H12SSFR-AN6

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.

CPLD Version

This item displays the CPLD version of the BIOS ROM used in the system.

Memory Information

Total Memory

This feature displays the total system memory detected.

6.3 Advanced

Use the arrow keys to select a top item and press to access the submenu items.

Aptio Setup Utility - Copyright (C) 2020 American Megatrends, Inc. Main Advanced IPMI Event Logs Security Boot Save & Exit
▶Boot Feature ▶Trusted Computing ▶PSP Firmware Versions ▶ACPI Settings ▶Super IO Configuration ▶Serial Port Console Redirection ▶CPU Configuration ▶NB Configuration ▶PCIe/PCI/PnP Configuration ▶USB Configuration ▶SATA Configuration ▶KMIP Server Configuration ▶HTTP Boot Configuration ▶Network Configuration ▶iSCSI Configuration ▶TLS Authenticate Configuration	Boot Feature Configuration Page
	+: Select Screen ↑↓: Select Item Enter: Select +/-: Change Opt. F1: General Help F2: Previous Values F3: Optimized Defaults F4: Save & Exit ESC: Exit
Version 2.20.1275. Copyright (C) 2020 American Megatrends, Inc.

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 the default to the manufacture default settings.

▶Boot Feature

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.

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.

Bootup NumLock State

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

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.

INT19 (Interrupt 19) Trap Response

Interrupt 19 is the software interrupt that handles the boot disk function. When this item is set to Immediate, the ROM BIOS of the host adaptors will "capture" Interrupt 19 at bootup immediately and allow the drives that are attached to these host adaptors to function as bootable disks. If this item is set to Postponed, the ROM BIOS of the host adaptors will not capture Interrupt 19 immediately and allow the drives attached to these adaptors to function as bootable devices at bootup. The options are Immediate and Postponed.

Re-try Boot

If this item is enabled, the BIOS will automatically reboot the system from a specified boot device after its initial boot failure. The options are Disabled, Legacy Boot, and EFI Boot.

Power Configuration

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 5 minutes. The options are Disabled and Enabled.

Restore on AC Power Loss

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

▶Trusted Computing

Security Device Support

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

▶PSP Firmware Versions

This section displays the Platform Security Processor (PSP) firmware versions.

PSP Directory Level 1 (Fixed)

• PSP Recovery BL Ver
- SMU FW Version
- ABL Version

PSP Directory Level 2 (Updateable)

• PSP Bootloader Version
- SMU FW Version
- ABL Version

▶ACPI Settings

PCI AER Support

The options are Disabled and Enabled.

High Precision Event Timer

The High Precision Event Timer (HPET) can produce periodic interrupts and is used to synchronize multimedia streams, providing smooth playback and reducing the need to use other timestamp calculations. The options are Disabled and Enabled.

NUMA Nodes Per Socket

This feature specifies the number of desired Non-Uniform Memory Access (NUMA) nodes per socket. Setting this to zero will attempt to interleave the two sockets together. The options are NPS0, NPS1, NPS2, NPS4 and Auto.

ACPI SRAT L3 Cache As NUMA Domain

Use this setting to enable/disable ACPI SRAT L3 Cache As NUMA Domain. The options are Disabled, Enabled, and Auto.

▶Super IO Configuration

The following Super IO information will display:

• Super IO Chip AST2600

▶ Serial Port 1 Configuration

Serial Port

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 part specified by the user.

Change Settings

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

▶SOL Configuration

Serial Port

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

Change Settings

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

▶Serial Port Console Redirection

COM1

Console Redirection

Select Enabled to enable console redirection support for a serial port specified by the user. The options are Disabled and Enabled.

*If the item above set to Enabled, the following items will become available for user's configuration:

▶Console Redirection Settings

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.

Bits per second

Use this feature to set the transmission speed for a serial port used in Console Redirection. Make sure that the same speed is used in the host computer and the client computer. A lower transmission speed may be required for long and busy lines. The options are 9600, 19200, 38400, 57600 and 115200 (bits per second).

Data Bits

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

Parity

A parity bit can be sent along with regular data bits to detect data transmission errors. Select Even if the parity bit is set to 0, and the number of 1's in data bits is even. Select Odd if the parity bit is set to 0, and the number of 1's in data bits is odd. Select None if you do not want to send a parity bit with your data bits in transmission. Select Mark to add a mark as a parity bit to be sent along with the data bits. Select Space to add a Space as a parity bit to be sent with your data bits. The options are None, Even, Odd, Mark, and Space.

Stop Bits

A stop bit indicates the end of a serial data packet. Select 1 Stop Bit for standard serial data communication. Select 2 Stop Bits if slower devices are used. The options are 1 and 2.

Flow Control

Use this feature to set the flow control for Console Redirection to prevent data loss caused by buffer overflow. Send a "Stop" signal to stop sending data when the receiving buffer is full. Send a "Start" signal to start sending data when the receiving buffer is empty. The options are None and Hardware RTS/CTS.

VT-UTF8 Combo Key Support

Select Enabled to enable VT-UTF8 Combination Key support for ANSI/VT100 terminals. The options are Disabled and Enabled.

Recorder Mode

Select Enabled to capture the data displayed on a terminal and send it as text messages to a remote server. The options are Disabled and Enabled.

Resolution 100x31

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

Legacy OS Console Redirection

Use this feature to select the number of rows and columns used in Console Redirection for legacy OS support. The options are 80x24 and 80x25.

Putty KeyPad

This feature selects 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.

Redirection After BIOS 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 SOL console redirection support for a serial port specified by the user. The options are Disabled and Enabled.

*If the item above set to Enabled, the following items will become available for user's configuration:

▶Console Redirection Settings

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.

Bits per second

Use this feature to set the transmission speed for a serial port used in Console Redirection. Make sure that the same speed is used in the host computer and the client computer. A lower transmission speed may be required for long and busy lines. The options are 9600, 19200, 38400, 57600 and 115200 (bits per second).

Data Bits

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

Parity

A parity bit can be sent along with regular data bits to detect data transmission errors. Select Even if the parity bit is set to 0, and the number of 1's in data bits is even. Select Odd if the parity bit is set to 0, and the number of 1's in data bits is odd. Select None if you do not want to send a parity bit with your data bits in transmission. Select Mark to add a mark as a parity bit to be sent along with the data bits. Select Space to add a Space as a parity bit to be sent with your data bits. The options are None, Even, Odd, Mark, and Space.

Stop Bits

A stop bit indicates the end of a serial data packet. Select 1 Stop Bit for standard serial data communication. Select 2 Stop Bits if slower devices are used. The options are 1 and 2.

Flow Control

Use this feature to set the flow control for Console Redirection to prevent data loss caused by buffer overflow. Send a "Stop" signal to stop sending data when the receiving buffer is full. Send a "Start" signal to start sending data when the receiving buffer is empty. The options are None and Hardware RTS/CTS.

VT-UTF8 Combo Key Support

Select Enabled to enable VT-UTF8 Combination Key support for ANSI/VT100 terminals. The options are Disabled and Enabled.

Recorder Mode

Select Enabled to capture the data displayed on a terminal and send it as text messages to a remote server. The options are Disabled and Enabled.

Resolution 100x31

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

Legacy OS Redirection Resolution

Use this feature to select the number of rows and columns used in Console Redirection for legacy OS support. The options are 80x24 and 80x25.

Putty KeyPad

This feature selects 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.

Redirection After BIOS 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 Serial Redirection Port

For this setting, select a COM port to display redirection of Legacy OS and Legacy OPROM messages. The options include COM1 and SOL.

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

Console Redirection

Select Enabled to enable EMS console redirection support for a serial port specified by the user. The options are Disabled and Enabled.

*If the item above set to Enabled, the following items will become available for user's configuration:

▶Console Redirection Settings

Out-of-Band Mgmt Port

The 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.

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.

Bits per second

This item 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).

Flow Control

Use this item to set the flow control for Console Redirection to prevent data loss caused by buffer overflow. Send a "Stop" signal to stop sending data when the receiving buffer is full. Send a "Start" signal to start sending data when the receiving buffer is empty. The options are None, Hardware RTS/CTS, and Software Xon/Xoff.

Data Bits

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

Parity

A parity bit can be sent along with regular data bits to detect data transmission errors. Select Even if the parity bit is set to 0, and the number of 1's in data bits is even. Select Odd if the parity bit is set to 0, and the number of 1's in data bits is odd. Select None if you do not want to send a parity bit with your data bits in transmission. Select Mark to add a mark as a parity bit to be sent along with the data bits. Select Space to add a Space as a parity bit to be sent with your data bits. The options are None, Even, Odd, Mark and Space.

Stop Bits

A stop bit indicates the end of a serial data packet. Select 1 Stop Bit for standard serial data communication. Select 2 Stop Bits if slower devices are used. The options are 1 and 2.

▶CPU Configuration

SMT Control

Use this setting to specify Simultaneous Multithreading. The options are Disabled and Auto.

Core Performance Boost

This setting is used to configure for Core Performance Boost. Options include Disabled and Auto.

Global C-state Control

This setting is used to configure for Global C-state Control. Options include Disabled, Enabled, and Auto.

Local APIC Mode

This setting is used for Local APIC Mode. The options include xAPIC, x2APIC, and Auto.

CCD Control

This setting sets the number of CCDs to be used. The options include Auto, 2 CCDs, 3 CCDs, 4 CCDs, and 6 CCDs.

Core Control

This sets the number of cores to be used by your system. Once this option has been used to remove any cores, a power cycle is required in order for the future selections to take effect. Options include Auto, TWO (1+1), Four (2 + 2), Four (4+0), and Six (3 + 3). If unsure, leave this to Auto.

L1 Stream HW Prefetcher / L2 Stream HW Prefetcher

This setting is used to enable or disable the L1/L2 Stream Hardware Prefetcher. The options are Disabled, Enabled, and Auto.

SVM Mode

This setting Disables or Enables CPU Virtualization.

SMEE

This feature sets the option to enable or disable Secure Memory Encryption. The options are Disabled and Enabled.

▶CPU Configuration

SMT Control

Used to enable or disable symmetric multithreading. To re-enable SMT, a power cycle is needed after selecting the Auto option. Warning - S3 is not supported on systems where SMT is disabled. The options include Auto and Disabled.

Core Performance Boost

Use to enable a core performance boost. The options include Auto and Disabled.

Global C-state Control

Controls I/O based C-state generation and DF C-states. The options include Auto, 2 CCDs, 3 CCDs, 4 CCDs, and 6 CCDs.

CCD Control

Sets the number of CCDs to be used. Once this option has been used to remove any CCDs, a power cycle is required in order for future selections to take effect. The options include xAPIC, x2APIC and Auto.

Core Control

Sets the number of cores to be used. Once this option has been used to remove any cores, a power cycle is required in order for future selections to take effect. The options include Auto, TWO (1+1), FOUR (2+2), and SIX (3+3).

L1 Stream HW Prefetcher

Allows you to enable or disable the L1 Stream HW Prefetcher. The options include Disabled, Enabled, and Auto.

L2 Stream HW Prefetcher

Allows you to enable or disable the L2 Stream HW Prefetcher. The options include Disabled, Enabled, and Auto.

SEV ASID Count

Secure Encrypted Virtualization (SEV) Address Space IS (ASID) Count: This field specifies the maximum valid ASID, which affects the maximum system physical address space. 16TB of physical address space is available for systems that support 253 ASIDs, while 8TB of physical address space is available for systems that support 509 ASIDs. The options include 253 ASIDs, 509 ASIDs and Auto.

SEV-ES ASID Space Limit Control

Controls the SEV-ES Space Limit. The options include Auto and Manual.

SVM Mode

Enables or disables CPU virtualization. The options are Enabled and Disabled.

▶CPU Information

These sections are for informational purposes. They will display some details about the detected CPUs on the motherboard, such as:

• CPU Version
  • Number of Cores Running
• Processor Family
• Processor Model
• Microcode Patch Level
  • L1 Instruction Cache (Size/Method)
  • L1 Data Cache (Size/Method)
  • L2 Data Cache (Size/Method)
  • L3 Cache per Socket (Size/Method)

▶NB Configuration

Determinism Control

Use this setting to configure the Determinism Slider. Options include Manual and Auto.

cTDP Control

Use this setting to configure the cTDP Control. Options include Manual and Auto.

IOMMU

Use this setting to enable/disable IOMMU. Options include Disabled, Enabled, and Auto.

ACS Enable

Use this setting to enable/disable ACS. Options include Enabled, Disabled and Auto.

Package Power Limit Control

Options include Manual and Auto.

APBDIS

Options include 0, 1, and Auto.

DF Cstates

Options include Disabled, Enabled and Auto.

Preferred IO

Options include Manual and Auto.

▶Memory Configuration

Memory Clock

This setting allows you to select different memory clock speed. Options include Auto and supported frequencies.

Memory Interleaving

This setting controls fabric level memory interleaving. Note that the channel, die and socket have requirements on memory populations and it will be ignored if the memory doesn't support the selected option. The options are Disabled and Auto.

Memory Interleaving Size

This setting controls the memory interleaving size. This determines the starting address of the interleave (bit 8, 9, 10 or 11). The options are 256 Bytes, 512 Bytes, 1 KB, 2 KB or Auto.

Chipset Interleaving

This setting controls interleave memory blocks across the DRAM chip for node 0. The options are Disabled and Auto.

BankGroupSwap

This setting controls the Bank Group Swap. The options are Enabled, Disabled and Auto.

DRAM Scrub Time

This provides a value that is the number of hours to scrub memory. The options are Disabled, 1 hour, 4 hours, 8 hours, 16 hours, 24 hours, 48 hours, and Auto.

▶CPU1 Memory Information

These sections are for informational purposes. They will display details about the detected memory according to the CPU, such as:

• Detected Size (per slot, in MB)
- Current Speed (MT/s)

▶PCIe/PCI/PnP Configuration

This menu provides PCIe/PCI/PnP configuration settings and information.

PCI Bus Driver Version

PCI Devices Common Settings:

Above 4G Decoding

This setting Disables or Enables 64-bit capable devices ability to be decoded in above 4G address space (only if the system supports 64-bit PCI decoding).

SR-IOV Support

If the system has SR-IOV capable PCI-E devices, this setting will Disable or Enable the Single Root IO Virtualization Support for the system.

BME DMA Mitigation

Use this setting to re-enable the Bus Master Attribute that was disabled during PCI enumeration for PCI bridges after SMM is locked. The options are Disabled and Enabled.

PCIe ARI Support

The options are Disabled, Enabled, and Auto.

PCIe Ten Bit Tag Support

Enables PCIe ten bit tags for supported devices. The options are Disabled, Enabled, and Auto.

PCIe Spread Spectrum

Use this setting to Disable or Enable PCIe Spread Spectrum for your system.

Relaxed Ordering

Enables or disables PCIe device relaxed ordering. The options are Disabled and Enabled.

VGA Priority

Use this setting to select between onboard or offboard VGA support. The options are Onboard and Offboard

NVMe Firmware Source

Use this setting to select between the AMI Native firmware support or the device vendor-defined firmware support. The options are Vendor Defined Firmware and AMI Native Support.

M.2 (AHCI) Firmware Source

Use this setting to select between the AMI Native firmware support or the device vendor-defined firmware support. The options are Vendor Defined Firmware and AMI Native Support.

CPU JSXB1 PCI-E 4.0 x16

This setting enables or disables the listed PCI/PCIX/PCIe Slot OPROM option. The options include Disabled, Legacy and EFI

PCI-E M.2-M1 OPROM

This setting enables or disables the PCIe M.2-M1 OPROM option. The options include Disabled or Legacy.

PCI-E M.2-M2 OPROM

This setting enables or disables the PCIe M.2-M2 OPROM option. The options include Disabled or Legacy.

PCI-E M.2-M3 OPROM

This setting enables or disables the PCIe M.2-M3 OPROM option. The options include Disabled or Legacy.

PCI-E M.2-M4 OPROM

This setting enables or disables the PCIe M.2-M4 OPROM option. The options include Disabled or Legacy.

AIOM OPROM

This setting enables or disables the listed AIOM OPROM option. The options are Disabled and Legacy.

Onboard LAN1 Option ROM

Use this setting to select which option ROM is to be loaded for onboard LAN1 on the system. The options include Disabled, PXE, and iSCSI.

Onboard NVMe1 Option ROM

Select which firmware function is to be loaded for onboard NVMe1. The options include Disabled and Legacy.

Onboard NVMe2 Option ROM

Select which firmware function is to be loaded for onboard NVMe2. The options include Disabled and Legacy.

Onboard NVMe3 Option ROM

Select which firmware function is to be loaded for onboard NVMe3. The options include Disabled and Legacy.

Onboard NVMe4 Option ROM

Select which firmware function is to be loaded for onboard NVMe4. The options include Disabled and Legacy.

Onboard NVMe5 Option ROM

Select which firmware function is to be loaded for onboard NVMe5. The options include Disabled and Legacy.

Onboard NVMe6 Option ROM

Select which firmware function is to be loaded for onboard NVMe6. The options include Disabled and Legacy.

Onboard NVMe7 Option ROM

Select which firmware function is to be loaded for onboard NVMe7. The options include Disabled and Legacy.

Onboard NVMe8 Option ROM

Select which firmware function is to be loaded for onboard NVMe8. The options include Disabled and Legacy.

Onboard Video Option ROM

Select Legacy to boot the system using a legacy video device installed on the motherboard. The options include Disabled and Legacy.

▶Network Stack Configuration

Network Stack

This setting allows you to Disable or Enable the UEFI Network Stack.

IPv4 PXE Support

This setting allows you to Disable or Enable IPv4 PXE boot support. If disabled, IPv4 PXE boot support will not be available.

IPv4 HTTP Support

This setting allows you to Disable or Enable IPv4 HTTP boot support. If disabled, IPv4 HTTP boot support will not be available.

IPv6 PXE Support

This setting allows you to Disable or Enable IPv6 PXE boot support. If disabled, IPv6 PXE boot support will not be available.

IPv6 HTTP Support

This setting allows you to Disable or Enable IPv6 HTTP boot support. If disabled, IPv6 HTTP boot support will not be available.

PXE Boot Wait Time

This setting allows you to set in a number field the wait time to press the ESC key to abort the PXE boot. The default value is 0.

Media Detect Count

This setting allows you set in a number field the number of times presence of media will be checked. The default value is 1.

▶USB Configuration

Legacy USB Support

Select Enabled to support onboard legacy USB devices. Select Auto to disable legacy support if there are no legacy USB devices present. Select Disable to have all USB devices available for EFI applications only. The options are Enabled, Disabled and Auto.

XHCI Hand-Off

This is a work-around solution for operating systems that do not support XHCI (Extensible Host Controller Interface) hand-off. The XHCI ownership change should be claimed by the XHCI driver. The options are Enabled, and Disabled.

Port 60/64 Emulation

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

▶SATA Configuration

This section displays the detected SATA devices installed on the system.

SATA Information

SATA Enable

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

SATA Hotplug

This item enables or disables the onboard SATA controller's hot plug feature (PCH). The options are Disabled and Enabled.

▶SATA Information

This section displays information on the detected SATA devices:

• I-SATA0\~1
• SATA0\~13

▶KMIP Server Configuration

This feature allows the user to adjust KMIP Server network parameters.

KMIP Server IP address

KMIP TCP Port number

TimeZone

Client UserName

Client Password

KMS TLS Certificate

▶CA Certificate
▶Client Certificate
▶Client Private Key

The options are Update, Delete and Export.

▶HTTP Boot Configuration

HTTP Boot Policy

Sets the HTTP boot policy to Apply to all LANs, Apply to each LAN, or Boot Priority #1 instantly.

Instance of Priority 1

Default to 1.

Select IPv4 or IPv6

Choose to set the targeted LAN port to boot from IPv4 or IPv4.

Boot Description

Must be filled out, otherwise the boot option for the URI will not be created. Length of description cannot exceed 75 characters.

Boot URI

This option is an input field used to enter a web or network address to point to the HTTP boot files. This supports the HTTP or HTTPS protocols only.

Instance of Priority 2

Default to 0.

▶Network Configuration

Configured

Select Enabled to activate IPv4 network configuration. The options are Enabled and Disabled.

*If the item above is set to Enabled, the following item will become available for configuration:

Enable DHCP

This feature allows the user to select the source of the IP address for this computer. If Disabled is selected, you will need to know the local IP address of this computer and enter it to the system manually in the field. If Enabled is selected, the system will search for a DHCP

(Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol) server in the network that it is attached to and request the next available IP address for this computer. The options are Enabled and Disabled.

*If the item above is set to Disabled, the following items will become available for configuration:

Local IP Address

This item sets and displays the Local IP address for this computer. This should be in decimal and in dotted quad form.

Local Net Mask

This item sets the sub-network that this computer belongs to. The value of each three-digit number separated by dots should not exceed 255.

Local Gateway

This item sets the Gateway IP address for this computer. This should be in decimal and in dotted quad form (i.e., 172.31.0.1).

Local DNS Servers

This item sets the address for the local DNS servers for this computer. This should be in decimal and in dotted quad form (i.e., 172.31.0.1).

Save Changes and Exit

Click this to save the changes above.

▶iSCSI Configuration

iSCSI Initiator Name

This feature allows the user to enter the unique name of the iSCSI Initiator in IQN format. Once the name of the iSCSI Initiator is entered into the system, configure the proper settings for the following items.

▶ Add an Attempt

▶ Delete Attempts

▶Change Attempt Order

▶TLS Authenticate Configuration

This submenu allows the user to configure Transport Layer Security (TLS) settings.

▶Server CA Configuration

▶Enroll Certification

▶Enroll Certification using File

Use this feature to enroll certification from a file.

Certification GUID

Use this feature to input the certification GUID.

▶Commit Changes and Exit

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

▶Discard Changes and Exit

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

▶ Delete Certification

Use this feature to delete certification. The options include Disabled and Enabled.

6.4 IPMI

This tab allows you to configure the following IPMI settings for the system.

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Use this feature to configure Intelligent Platform Management Interface (IPMI) settings.

BMC Firmware Revision

This item indicates the IPMI firmware revision used in your system.

IPMI STATUS

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

▶System Event Log

Enabling/Disabling Options

SEL Components

Select Enabled 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.

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 Configuration

BMC Network Configuration

Update IPMI LAN Configuration

Select Yes to enable BMC Network Configuration.

IPMI LAN Selection

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

IPMI Network Link Status

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

Configuration 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 field. If DHCP is selected, the BIOS will search for a DHCP (Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol) server in the network that is attached to and request the next available IP address for this computer. The options are Static and DHCP.

*If the item above is set to Static, the following items will become available for configuration:

Station IP Address

This item displays the Station IP address for this computer. This should be in decimal and in dotted quad form.

Subnet Mask

This item displays the sub-network that this computer belongs to. The value of each three-digit number separated by dots should not exceed 255.

Station MAC Address

This item displays the Station MAC address for this computer. Mac addresses are 6 two-digit hexadecimal numbers.

Gateway IP Address

This item displays the Gateway IP address for this computer. This should be in decimal and in dotted quad form (i.e., 172.31.0.1).

VLAN

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

Configure IPv6 Support

This section displays configuration features for IPv6 support.

IPv6 Support

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

*If the item above is set to Enabled, the following items will become available for configuration:

Configuration 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 field. If DHCP is selected, the BIOS will search for a DHCP (Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol) server in the network that is attached to and request the next available IP address for this computer. The options are DHCP and Static.

*If the item "Configuration Address Source" above is set to Static, the following items will become available for configuration:

• Station IPv6 Address
• Prefix Length
  • IPv6 Router1 IP Address

6.5 Event Logs

This tab allows the user to configure the following event logs settings for the system.

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Enabling/Disabling Options

SMBIOS Event Log

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

Erasing Settings

Erase Event Log

Select Yes to erase all error events in the SMBIOS (System Management BIOS) log before an event logging is initialized at bootup. The options are No, Yes, Next reset, and Yes, Every reset.

When Log is Full

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

SMBIOS Event Log Standard Settings

Log System Boot Event

Select Enabled to log system boot events. The options are Enabled and Disabled.

MECI (Multiple Event Count Increment)

Enter the increment value for the multiple event counter. Enter a number between 1 to 255. The default setting is 1.

METW (Multiple Event Count Time Window)

This item is used to determine how long (in minutes) the multiple event counter should wait before generating a new event log. Enter a number between 0 to 99. The default setting is 60.

Note: Please reboot the system for these changes to take effect.

▶View SMBIOS Event Log

When Event Logging is on, this item allows the user to view the entries in the SMBIOS event log. The following categories are displayed:

Date/Time/Error Code/Severity

6.6 Security

This tab allows you to configure the following security settings for the system.

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Password Description
If the Administrator's / User's password is set, then this only limits access to Setup and is asked for when entering Setup. Please set Administrator's password first in order to set User's password, if clear Administrator's password, the User's password will be cleared as well.
The password length must be in the following range:
Minimum length 8 Maximum length 20
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Administrator Password

Press Enter to create a new, or change an existing Administrator password. Note that if the Administrator Password is erased, the User Password will be cleared as well.

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.

▶Secure Boot

The Secure Boot function is active if Secure Boot is enabled. Platform K (PK) is enrolled and the system is in user mode. The mode change requires a platform reset. Options are Enabled and Disabled.

Secure Boot Mode

In Custom Mode, secure boot policy variables can be configured by a physically present user without full authentication. Options include Standard and Custom.

CSM Support

Options are Enabled and Disabled.

Key Management

Options are Enabled and Disabled.

Provision Factory Defaults

When Enabled, installs factory default secure boot keys after the platform reset and while the system is in setup mode. Options are Enabled and Disabled.

When Yes is selected, the system is forced to user mode and installs factory default secure boot key databases.

Enroll EFI Image

This allows the system to run in secure boot mode.

Restore DB Defaults

Restores DB variable to factory defaults.

6.7 Boot

Use this tab to configure Boot Settings:

Boot Configuration Boot Mode Select [Legacy] LEGACY to EFI Support [Disabled] FIXED BOOT ORDER Priorities Boot Option #1 [Hard Disk:WDC WUS721010ALE6L4] Boot Option #2 [CD/DVD] Boot Option #3 [USB Hard Disk] Boot Option #4 [USB CD/DVD] Boot Option #5 [USB Key] Boot Option #6 [USB Floppy] Boot Option #7 [USB Lan] Boot Option #8 [Network:IBA GE Slot 8100 v1584] Delete Boot Option Hard Disk Drive BBS Priorities NETWORK Drive BBS Priorities	Select boot mode Legacy/UEFI
	+: Select Screen ↑↓: Select Item Enter: Select +/-: Change Opt. F1: General Help F2: Previous Values F3: Optimized Defaults F4: Save & Exit ESC: Exit
Version 2.20.1275. Copyright (C) 2020 American Megatrends, Inc.

Boot Mode Select

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

LEGACY to EFI Support

This option Disables or Enables the system to boot to an EFI OS after the boot failed from the legacy boot order.

FIXED BOOT ORDER Priorities

This option prioritizes the order of bootable devices that the system to boot from. Press on each entry from top to bottom to select devices.

▶ Delete Boot Option

Use this feature to remove a pre-defined boot device from which the system will boot during startup. The settings are [any pre-defined boot device] and UEFI: Built-in EFI shell.

▶UEFI Application Boot Priorities

This feature allows the user to specify which UEFI devices are boot devices.

• UEFI Boot Order #1

▶NETWORK Drive BBS Priorities

This feature allows the user to specify which UEFI network drive devices are boot devices.

6.8 Save & Exit

Select the Save & Exit tab to enter the Save & Exit BIOS Setup screen.

Aptio Setup Utility - Copyright (C) 2020 American Megatrends, Inc. Main Advanced IPMI Event Logs Security Boot Save & Exit
Save Options Discard Changes and Exit Save Changes and Reset Save Changes Discard Changes Default Options Restore Optimized Defaults Save as User Defaults Restore User Defaults Boot Override BRCM MBA Slot 4500 v214.0.233.0 UEFI: Built-in EFI Shell Launch EFI Shell from filesystem device	Exit system setup without saving any changes.
	+: Select Screen ↑↓: Select Item Enter: Select +/-: Change Opt. F1: General Help F2: Previous Values F3: Optimized Defaults F4: Save & Exit ESC: Exit
Version 2.20.1275. Copyright (C) 2020 American Megatrends, Inc.

Save Options

Discard Changes and Exit

Select this option to quit the BIOS Setup without making any permanent changes to the system configuration, and reboot the computer. Select Discard Changes and Exit from the Exit menu and press .

Save Changes and Reset

Select this option to reset the system after saving the changes.

Save Changes

After completing the system configuration changes, select this option to save the changes you have made. This will not reset (reboot) the system.

Discard Changes

Select this option and press to discard all the changes and return to the AMI BIOS utility Program.

Default Options

Restore Optimized Defaults

To set this feature, select Restore Optimized Defaults from the Save & Exit menu and press . These are factory settings designed for maximum system stability, but not for maximum performance.

Save as User Defaults

To set this feature, select Save as User Defaults from the Exit menu and press . This enables the user to save any changes to the BIOS setup for future use.

To set this feature, select Restore User Defaults from the Exit menu and press . Use this feature to retrieve user-defined settings that were saved previously.

Boot Override Section

Listed on this section are other boot options for the system (i.e., Built-in EFI shell). Select an option and press . Your system will boot to the selected boot option.

Appendix A

Standardized Warning Statements for AC Systems

About Standardized Warning Statements

The following statements are industry standard warnings, provided to warn the user of situations which have the potential for bodily injury. Should you have questions or experience difficulty, contact Supermicro's Technical Support department for assistance. Only certified technicians should attempt to install or configure components.

Read this appendix in its entirety before installing or configuring components in the Supermicro chassis.

These warnings may also be found on our website at http://www.supermicro.com/about/policies/safety_information.cfm.

Warning Definition

Warning! This warning symbol means danger. You are in a situation that could cause bodily injury. Before you work on any equipment, be aware of the hazards involved with electrical circuitry and be familiar with standard practices for preventing accidents.

警告の定義

この警告サインは危険を意味します。

Installation Instructions

Warning! Read the installation instructions before connecting the system to the power source.

設置手順書

.הכלההוּרָהוּרָהוּרָהוּרָהוּרָהוּרָהוּרָהוּרָהוּרָהוּרָהוּרָהוּרָהוּרָהוּרָהוּרָה

Warning! This product relies on the building's installation for short-circuit (overcurrent) protection. Ensure that the protective device is rated not greater than: 250 V, 20 A.

サーキット・ブレーカー

Power Disconnection Warning

Warning! The system must be disconnected from all sources of power and the power cord removed from the power supply module(s) before accessing the chassis interior to install or remove system components.

CAUTION: This unit has redundant power sources. Please disconnect all the power cords before servicing.

電源切断の警告

Equipment Installation

Warning! Only trained and qualified personnel should be allowed to install, replace, or service this equipment.

機器の設置

Warning! This unit is intended for installation in restricted access areas. A restricted access area can be accessed only through the use of a special tool, lock and key, or other means of security. (This warning does not apply to workstations).

アクセス制限区域

Warning! There is the danger of explosion if the battery is replaced incorrectly. Replace the battery only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer. Dispose of used batteries according to the manufacturer's instructions

電池の取り扱い

Redundant Power Supplies

Warning! This unit might have more than one power supply connection. All connections must be removed to de-energize the unit.

冗長電源装置

Warning! Hazardous voltage or energy is present on the backplane when the system is operating. Use caution when servicing.

バックプレーンの電圧

Comply with Local and National Electrical Codes

Warning! Installation of the equipment must comply with local and national electrical codes.

地方および国の電気規格に準拠

Warning! Ultimate disposal of this product should be handled according to all national laws and regulations.

製品の廃棄

Warning! Hazardous moving parts. Keep away from moving fan blades. The fans might still be turning when you remove the fan assembly from the chassis. Keep fingers, screwdrivers, and other objects away from the openings in the fan assembly's housing.

ファン・ホットスワップの警告

Power Cable and AC Adapter

Warning! When installing the product, use the provided or designated connection cables, power cables and AC adaptors. Using any other cables and adaptors could cause a malfunction or a fire. Electrical Appliance and Material Safety Law prohibits the use of UL or CSA-certified cables (that have UL/CSA shown on the cord) for any other electrical devices than products designated by Supermicro only.

電源コードとACアダプター

System Specifications

Processors (per node)

Single AMD EPYC™ 7003/7002 Series processors in Socket SP3 type sockets

Note: Please refer to the product page on our website for updates to supported processors.

Chipset

System on Chip

BIOS

32MB SPI AMI BIOS® SM Flash UEFI BIOS

Memory

Each node supports up to 2TB Registered ECC DDR4 3200MHz SDRAM

Note: See the memory section in Chapter 3 for details and our website for updates to supported memory.

SATA Controller

On-chip (System on Chip) controller

Drive Bays (per node)

Two SATA/NVMe + six SATA 3.5" or 2.5" drives per node

PCI Expansion Slots (per node)

1x PCIe 4.0 x16 slot

1x PCIe 4.0 x8

1x AIOM networking slot (PCIe 4.0 x16)

M.2 Interface: 4x PCIe 4.0 x4

Motherboard (per node)

One H12SSFR-AN6 motherboard, proprietary form factor (18.73" (L) x 8.54" (W) (475.74 mm x 216.92 mm))

Chassis

CSE-F424AS3-R2K20BP; 4U Rackmount,(WxHxD) 17.63 x 6.96 x 29 in. (448 x 177 x 737 mm)

System Cooling (per node)

Two 8-cm PWM fans

Power Supplies (four per system)

Model: PWS-2K20A-1R, 4x Titanium Level Power Supplies (80 Plus)

AC Input Voltages: 100-240 VAC

Rated Input Current: 4.2A (100V) to 1.8A (240V)

Rated Input Frequency: 50-60 Hz

Rated Output Power: 2200W

Rated Output Voltages: +5V (18A), +3.3V (15A), +12V (29A), +5Vsb (3A), -12V (0.5A)

Operating Environment

Operating Temperature: 0° to 35° C (50° to 95° F)

Non-operating Temperature: -40^ to 60^ C ( -40^ to 140^ F)

Operating Relative Humidity: 8% to 90% (non-condensing)

Non-operating Relative Humidity: 5 to 95% (non-condensing)

Regulatory Compliance

FCC, ICES, CE, VCCI, RCM, UKCA, NRTL, CB

Applied Directives, Standards

EMC/EMI: 2014/30/EU (EMC Directive)

FCC Part 15

ICES-003

VCCI-CISPR 32

AS/NZS CISPR 32

EN/BS EN55032

EN/BS EN55035

EN/BS 61000-3-2

EN/BS 61000-3-3

EN/BS 61000-4-2

EN/BS 61000-4-3

EN/BS 61000-4-4

EN/BS 61000-4-5

EN/BS 61000-4-6

EN/BS 61000-4-8

EN/BS 61000-4-11

Green Environment:

2011/65/EU (RoHS Directive)

EC 1907/2006 (REACH)

2012/19/EU (WEEE Directive)

Product Safety: 2014/35/EU (LVD Directive)

UL/CSA, 62368-1 (USA and Canada)

IEC/EN 62368-1

Perchlorate Warning

California Best Management Practices Regulations for Perchlorate Materials: This Perchlorate warning applies only to products containing CR (Manganese Dioxide) Lithium coin cells. "Perchlorate Material-special handling may apply. See www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate"

Appendix C

UEFI BIOS Recovery

Warning: Do not upgrade the BIOS unless your system has a BIOS-related issue. Flashing the wrong BIOS can cause irreparable damage to the system. In no event shall Supermicro be liable for direct, indirect, special, incidental, or consequential damages arising from a BIOS update. If you need to update the BIOS, do not shut down or reset the system while the BIOS is updating to avoid possible boot failure.

C.1 Overview

The Unified Extensible Firmware Interface (UEFI) provides a software-based interface between the operating system and the platform firmware in the pre-boot environment. The UEFI specification supports an architecture-independent mechanism that will allow the UEFI OS loader stored in an add-on card to boot the system. The UEFI offers clean, hands-off management to a computer during system boot.

C.2 Recovering the UEFI BIOS Image

A UEFI BIOS flash chip consists of a recovery BIOS block and a main BIOS block (a main BIOS image). The recovery block contains critical BIOS codes, including memory detection and recovery codes for the user to flash a healthy BIOS image if the original main BIOS image is corrupted. When the system power is turned on, the recovery block codes execute first. Once this process is complete, the main BIOS code will continue with system initialization and the remaining POST (Power-On Self-Test) routines.

Note 1: Follow the BIOS recovery instructions below for BIOS recovery when the main BIOS block crashes.

Note 2: When the BIOS recovery block crashes, you will need to follow the procedures to make a Returned Merchandise Authorization (RMA) request. (For a RMA request, please see section 3.5 for more information). Also, you may use the Supermicro Update Manager (SUM) Out-of-Band (OOB) (https://www.supermicro.com.tw/products/nfo/SMS_SUM.cfm) to reflash the BIOS.

C.3 Recovering the Main BIOS Block with a USB Device

This feature allows the user to recover the main BIOS image using a USB-attached device without additional utilities used. A USB flash device such as a USB Flash Drive, or a USB CD/DVD ROM/RW device can be used for this purpose. However, a USB Hard Disk drive cannot be used for BIOS recovery at this time.

The file system supported by the recovery block is FAT (including FAT12, FAT16, and FAT32) which is installed on a bootable or non-bootable USB-attached device. However, the BIOS might need several minutes to locate the SUPER.ROM file if the media size becomes too large due to the huge volumes of folders and files stored in the device.

To perform UEFI BIOS recovery using a USB-attached device, follow the instructions below.

1. Using a different machine, copy the "Super.ROM" binary image file into the Root "\" directory of a USB device or a writable CD/DVD.

Note: If you cannot locate the "Super.ROM" file in your drive disk, visit our website at www.supermicro.com to download the BIOS package. Extract the BIOS binary image into a USB flash device and rename it "Super.ROM" for the BIOS recovery use.

1. Insert the USB device that contains the new BIOS image ("Super.ROM") into your USB drive and reset the system when the following screen appears.

OPEN BMC IP:10.132.160.92 PEI--Could Not Find Recovery Image... 87

1. After locating the healthy BIOS binary image, the system will enter the BIOS Recovery menu as shown below.

Note: At this point, you may decide if you want to start the BIOS recovery. If you decide to proceed with BIOS recovery, follow the procedures below.

1. When the screen as shown above displays, use the arrow keys to select the item "Proceed with flash update" and press the key. You will see the BIOS recovery progress as shown in the screen below.

Note: Do not interrupt the BIOS flashing process until it has completed.

1. After the BIOS recovery process is complete, press any key to reboot the system.

Aptio Setup Utility - Copyright (C) 2017 American Megatrends, Inc. Recovery WARNING! System firmware is being updated. Keyboard is locked. DO NOT TURN THE POWER OFF !!! Once firmware update is completed press any key to reboot the system Flash update Flash update completed. Press any key to reset the system +: Select Screen T4: Select Item Enter: Select +/-: Change Opt. F1: General Help F2: Previous Values F3: Optimized Defaults F4: Save & Exit ESC: Exit Version 2.19.1266. Copyright (C) 2017 American Megatrends, Inc.

1. Using a different system, extract the BIOS package into a USB flash drive.
2. Press continuously during system boot to enter the BIOS Setup utility. From the top of the tool bar, select Boot to enter the submenu. From the submenu list, select Boot Option #1 as shown below. Then, set Boot Option #1 to [UEFI AP:UEFI: Built-in EFI Shell]. Press to save the settings and exit the BIOS Setup utility.

Boot Configuration Boot mode select LEGACY to EFI support [OUAL] [Disabled] FIXED BOOT ORDER PRIORITIES Boot Option #1 [UEFI API(UEFI: BUI)] Boot Option #2 [CO/DVD] Boot Option #3 [USB Hard Disk] Boot Option #4 [USB CD/DVD] Boot Option #5 [USB Key:BarDisk] Boot Option #6 [USB Floppy] Boot Option #7 [USB Lan] Boot Option #8 [Network:JBA GE S1...] Boot Option #9 [UEFI Hard Disk] Boot Option #10 [UEFI CD/DVD] Boot Option #11 [UEFI USB Hard Disk] Boot Option #12 [UEFI USB CD/DVD] Boot Option #13 [UEFI USB Key:UEFI...] Boot Option #14 [UEFI USB Floppy] Boot Option #15 [UEFI USB Lan] Boot Option #16 [UEFI Network] Boot Option #17 [Hard Disk] Add New Boot Option Sets the system boot order +: Select Screen T1: Select Item Enter: Select +/-: Change Opt. F1: General help F2: Previous Values F3: Optimized Defaults= F4: Save & Exit ESC: Exit

1. When the UEFI Shell prompt appears, type fs# to change the device directory path. Go to the directory that contains the BIOS package you extracted earlier from Step 6. Enter flash.nsh BIOSname.### at the prompt to start the BIOS update process.

UEFI Interactive Shell v2.1 EDI: 11 UEFI v2.5s (American Megatremos, 0x0005000C) Mapping table F80: Alias(s):HDDv3b::BLK1; Pc:IReset(0x0)/Pci(0x14,0x0).USD(0x11,0x0).HD(1,M8R,0x37901072,0x000,0x1 CAN592) BLK0: Alias(s): Pc:IReset(0x0)/Pci(0x14,0x0).USB(0x11,0x0) Press SBC in 1 seconds to skip startup.nsh or any other key to continue. Shell: f86 F86:\CD:FUDOS F86:\AFUDOS\cd SWJPM2-03162017 F86:\WFUDOS\SWJPM2-03152057\Flash.nsh.XIIOP67.314

Note: Do not interrupt this process until the BIOS flashing is complete.

[ Access Cross Fort Ex ] 9. The screen above indicates that the BIOS update process is complete. When you see the screen above, unplug the AC power cable from the power supply, clear CMOS, and plug the AC power cable in the power supply again to power on the system. 

Verifying WCB Block ......... done - Update success for FDR - Update success for IC, - - Successful Update Recovery Loader to OPRx!! - Successful Update MFSB11- - Successful update PTPR11- - Successful Update MFS, [001 and IVB21] - Successful Update FLOS and ITOX!! - ML Entire image update success !!! WARNING : System must power-off to have the changes take effect! Moving F501vAFUD005\SWJPMZE_03162017\vdfix64.efi -> F501vAFUD005\SWJPMZE_03162017\vxf dt.smc - (or) Moving F501vAFUD005\SWJPMZE_03162017\vafufix64.efi -> F501vAFUD005\SWJPMZE_03162017\vxf ?taufuefi.smc - (or) ********************************************************************** * • Please ignore this 'Shell' Cannot read from file - Device Error' * warning message due to it does not impact flashing process. * ********************************************************************** * Deleting * Delete successful. F501v

10. Press continuously to enter the BIOS Setup utility. 11. Press to load the default settings. 12. After loading the default settings, press to save the settings and exit the BIOS Setup utility.

Appendix C

BSMI Chinese Safety Warnings

限用物質含有情況標示聲明書

Declaration of the Presence Condition of the Restricted Substances Marking

設備名稱: 伺服器/ ServerEquipment name型號(型式): F424R-Q22H12 (系列型號:F424-FT, F424-22, AS-F2014S-RNTR)Type designation (Type)
單元Unit	Restricted substances and its chemical symbols限用物質及其化學符號
	鉛Lead(Pb)	汞Mercury(Hg)	鎘Cadmium(Cd)	六價鉻Hexavalent chromium(Cr+6)	多溴聯苯Polybrominated biphenyls(PBB)	多溴二苯醚Polybrominated diphenyl ethers(PBDE)
機殼(Chassis)	○	○	○	○	○	○
機殼風扇(Chassis Fan)	-	○	○	○	○	○
線材(Cable)	○	○	○	○	○	○
主機板(Mothcrboard)	-	○	○	○	○	○
電源供應器(Power Supply)	-	○	○	○	○	○
硬碟(HDD)	-	○	○	○	○	○
電源背板(PDB)	-	○	○	○	○	○
附加卡(Add-on Card)	-	○	○	○	○	○
備考1. “超出0.1 wt %”及“超出0.01 wt %”係指限用物質之百分比含量超出百分比含量基準值。Note 1: “Exceeding 0.1 wt %” and “exceeding 0.01 wt %” indicate that the percentage content of the restricted substance exceeds the reference percentage value of presence condition.備考2. “○”係指該項限用物質之百分比含量未超出百分比含量基準值。Note 2: “○” indicates that the percentage content of the restricted substance does not exceed the percentage of reference value of presence.備考3. “-”係指該項限用物質為排除項目。Note 3: The “-” indicates that the restricted substance corresponds to the exemption.

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