X10QBi Platform with X10QBi Baseboard AOM-X10QBi-A I/O Module X10QBi-MEM1 Memory Card USER’S MANUAL Revision 1.
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Preface Preface This manual is written for system integrators, IT professinals, and knowledgeable PC users. It provides information for the installation and use of the X10QBi platform. About the X10QBi Platform The X10QBi Platform consists of the X10QBi baseboard, the AOM-X10QBi-A I/O module, and the X10QBi-MEM1 memory card. The X10QBi baseboard supports up to four Intel E7 series processors that offer Intel QuickPath Interconnect (QPI) Technology with a transfer rate of up to 8.0 GT/s.
X10QBi Platform User’s Manual Conventions Used in this Manual Pay special attention to the following symbols for proper system motherboard installation and to avoid damage done to the system or injury to yourself: Warning: Important information given to ensure proper system installation or to prevent damage to the components, Note: Additional information given to provide important information for correct system setup.
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X10QBi Platform User’s Manual Table of Contents Preface Chapter 1 Overview 1-1 Overview.......................................................................................................... 1-1 1-2 Processor/PCH Platform Overview................................................................ 1-15 1-3 Special Features............................................................................................ 1-16 1-4 PC Health Monitoring...........................................................
Table of Contents HDD LED................................................................................................... 2-24 NIC1/NIC2 LED Indicators........................................................................ 2-24 Overheat (OH)/Fan Fail/PWR Fail/UID LED............................................. 2-25 Power Fail LED......................................................................................... 2-25 Reset Button ....................................................................
X10QBi Platform User’s Manual 3-5 Returning Merchandise for Service................................................................. 3-7 Chapter 4 BIOS 4-1 Introduction....................................................................................................... 4-1 4-2 Main Setup....................................................................................................... 4-2 4-3 Advanced Setup Configurations......................................................................
Chapter 1: Overview Chapter 1 Overview 1-1 Overview Checklist Congratulations on purchasing your computer system from an acknowledged leader in the industry. Supermicro's systems are designed with the utmost attention to detail to provide you with the highest standards in quality and performance. For more information regarding this product, please visit our website at www. supermicro.com.
X10QBi-F Platform User’s Manual X10QBi Baseboard Image Note: All graphics shown in this manual were based upon the latest PCB revision available at the time of publishing this manual. The components installed in your system may or may not look exactly the same as the graphics shown in this manual.
Chapter 1: Overview X10QBi Baseboard Layout M* JI2C1 JI2C2 JVRM_I2C1 JVRM_I2C2 JM5 LED2 LED1 LED_PORT80 CPU1 M* M* BAR CODE MAC CODE MAC CODE J17 CPU3 CPU2 CLOSE 1st M* M* M* CPU4 CLOSE 1st CLOSE 1st SMI SLOT P4M2 X10QBi Rev:1.02 M* CPU4 SLOT11 PCI-E 3.0 X16 CPU4 SLOT10 PCI-E 3.0 X8 CPU3 SLOT9 PCI-E 3.0 X16 LED3 SMI SLOT P1M1 JP2 JM2 SMI SLOT P4M1 JPT1 JLPC1 JP3 LED28 LED23 BT2 CPU4 SLOT8 PCI-E 3.
X10QBi-F Platform User’s Manual AOM-X10QBi-A I/O Module AOM-X10QBi-A I/O Module Image F 1 3 2 G A A B B C C D D 4 E E AOM-X10QBi-A I/O Module Layout JVGA2 AOM-X10QBi-A Rev. 1.
Chapter 1: Overview Installing the AOM-X10QBi-A I/O Module on the Baseboard Note: Before you power on the system, be sure to install the AOM-X10QBiA I/O module card on the SIO slot as shown in the figure below. Without the I/O module being installed on the motherboard, your system cannot be turned on. AOM-X10QBi-A I/O Module JVGA2 AOM-X10QBi-A JVGA1 Rev. 1.
X10QBi-F Platform User’s Manual X10QBi-MEM1 Memory Card X10QBi-MEM1 Memory Card Image 4 D1 D2 D3 3 C1 C2 C3 1 MD DIM M D2 3 M I D MD DIM M C1 DIM M C2 DIM M C3 DIM B1 B2 B3 A1 A2 2 1 Me 1 M BB2 DIM M DIM M B3 DIM M A1 2 DIM MA DIM A3 M M DI A3 Me m Bu ory ffe rC TR L mo ry Bu ffe rC TR L *Always install DIMMs in the blue slots first in the order of DIMMA1, DIMMB1, DIMMC1, and DIMMD1 as marked above.
Chapter 1: Overview Installing DIMM Modules on the Memory Card and Installing Memory Cards on the Baseboard 1. Install the desired number of DIMMs on a memory card; each card supports up to 12 DIMMs. Press the DIMM module straight down into the slot until it's properly seated, and the PRESENT_LED is on. To install memory, start with the blue slots first in the order of DIMMA1, DIMMB1, DIMMC1, and DIMMD1.
X10QBi-F Platform User’s Manual X10QBi Baseboard Layout M* JI2C1 JI2C2 JVRM_I2C1 JVRM_I2C2 JM5 LED2 LED1 LED_PORT80 CPU1 M* M* BAR CODE MAC CODE MAC CODE J17 CPU3 CPU2 CLOSE 1st M* M* M* CPU4 CLOSE 1st CLOSE 1st SMI SLOT P4M2 X10QBi Rev:1.02 M* CPU4 SLOT11 PCI-E 3.0 X16 CPU4 SLOT10 PCI-E 3.0 X8 CPU3 SLOT9 PCI-E 3.0 X16 LED3 SMI SLOT P1M1 JP2 JM2 SMI SLOT P4M1 JPT1 JLPC1 JP3 LED28 LED23 BT2 CPU4 SLOT8 PCI-E 3.
Chapter 1: Overview X10QBi Baseboard Quick Reference X10QBi Jumpers Jumper Description Default Setting JBT1 Clear CMOS See Chapter 3 JI2C1/JI2C2 SMB to PCI-E Slots Pins 2-3 (Disabled) JPB1 (on the I/O module) BMC Enabled Pins 1-2 (Enabled) JPG1 (on the I/O module) VGA Enabled Pins 1-2 (Enabled) JPME1 ME Mode Recovery Pins 1-2 (Normal) JPME2 ME Mode Select Pins 1-2 (Normal) JPL1 (on the I/O module) GLAN1/GLAN2 Enable Pins 1-2 (Enabled by connecting to the cable) JPT1 TPM Enabled Pin
X10QBi-F Platform User’s Manual USB4, USB5 Type A Front Panel USB Connectors 4/5 UID (on the I/O module) UID (Unit Identifier) Switch (SWUID1/SW1) VGA 1/2 Backpanel VGA Port Note: For the PCI-E slots to work properly, follow the instructions listed on page 1-8. Warning! To avoid damaging the power supply or the system, and to provide adequate power to the components, be sure to connect the 24-pin power connector and all 8-pin power connectors (JPW2-JPW7) to the power supply.
Chapter 1: Overview System Platform Features System Motherboard (X10QBi) Memory (X10QBiMEM1 Card) The X10QBi system motherboard supports up to four Intel® E7 series processors; each processor supports two full-width Intel QuickPath Interconnect (QPI) links (with support of up to 8.0 GT/s Data Transfer Rate in each direction). 1.
X10QBi-F Platform User’s Manual Serial (COM) Port • One (1) Fast UART 16550 Connection on the AOMX10QBi-A I/O module for backpanel support • One Front Accessible Serial Header located on the X10QBi system board Baseboard Controller • Peripheral Devices BIOS Power AST2400 USB Devices • Three (3) USB Headers with six connections (USB 0/1, USB 2/3, USB 6/7) • • • Two (2) Type A internal connector (USB 4/5) • One (1) 24-pin ATX Main Power Supply Connector (JPW1) • • Six (6) 8-pin Power Connector
Chapter 1: Overview Fan Control • Ten (10) 4-pin system cooling fans with fan status monitoring with firmware (Pulse Width Modulation) fan speed control and low noise fan speed control) System Management Dimensions • PECI (Platform Environment Configuration Interface) 2.0 support • • • • System resource alert via SuperDoctor® III SuperDoctor III, Watch Dog, NMI Chassis Intrusion Header and Detection 19.0" (L) x 17.0" (W) (482.60mm x 431.80 mm) (X10QBi system motherboard) Notes: 1.
X10QBi-F Platform User’s Manual X10QBi System Block Diagram Power Connector SMI2 Slot QPI 8.0 GT/s SMI2-CH0-2.66GT/s CPU3 CPU4 SMI2-CH1-2.66GT/s SMI2-CH2-2.66GT/s CPU4_S1-PCIE G3x8 in X8slot CPU4_S2-PCIE G3x8 in X8slot PCIE-G3x32 LANEs CPU4_S3-PCIE G3x16 in X16slot SMI2 Slot Power Connector SMI2 Slot CPU1 SMI2-CH1-2.66GT/s SMI2-CH0-2.66GT/s SMI2 Slot Power Connector SMI2 Slot Power Connector SMI2-CH1-2.
Chapter 1: Overview 1-2 Processor/PCH Platform Overview Built upon the functionality and capability of the Intel E7 series processor(s) and the 602J PCH, the X10QBi system provides support for quad-processor-based HPC/Cluster/Database server platforms.
X10QBi-F Platform User’s Manual 1-3 Special Features Recovery from AC Power Loss Basic I/O System (BIOS) provides a setting for you to determine how the system will respond when AC power is lost and then restored to the system. You can choose for the system to remain powered off (in which case you must press the power switch to turn it back on), or for the system to automatically return to a power-on state. See the Advanced BIOS Setup section to change this setting. The default setting is Last State.
Chapter 1: Overview certain system events. 1-5 ACPI Features ACPI stands for Advanced Configuration and Power Interface. The ACPI specification defines a flexible and abstract hardware interface that provides a standard way to integrate power management features throughout a PC system, including the hardware, operating system, and application software. This enables the system to automatically turn on and off peripherals such as CD-ROMs, network cards, hard disk drives, and printers.
X10QBi-F Platform User’s Manual management through an SMI or SCI function pin. It also features auto power management to reduce power consumption.
Chapter 2: Installation Chapter 2 Installation 2-1 Standardized Warning Statements The following statements are industry-standard warnings, provided to warn the user of situations which have the potential for bodily injury. Should you have questions or experience difficulty, contact Supermicro's Technical Support department for assistance. Only certified technicians should attempt to install or configure components.
X10QBi Platform User's Manual Attention Danger d'explosion si la pile n'est pas remplacée correctement. Ne la remplacer que par une pile de type semblable ou équivalent, recommandée par le fabricant. Jeter les piles usagées conformément aux instructions du fabricant. ¡Advertencia! Existe peligro de explosión si la batería se reemplaza de manera incorrecta. Reemplazar la batería exclusivamente con el mismo tipo o el equivalente recomendado por el fabricante.
Chapter 2: Installation Product Disposal Warning! Ultimate disposal of this product should be handled according to all national laws and regulations. 製品の廃棄 この製品を廃棄処分する場合、国の関係する全ての法律・条例に従い処理する必要が あります。 警告 本产品的废弃处理应根据所有国家的法律和规章进行。 警告 本產品的廢棄處理應根據所有國家的法律和規章進行。 Warnung Die Entsorgung dieses Produkts sollte gemäß allen Bestimmungen und Gesetzen des Landes erfolgen. ¡Advertencia! Al deshacerse por completo de este producto debe seguir todas las leyes y reglamentos nacionales.
X10QBi Platform User's Manual عند التخلص النهائي من هذا المنتج ينبغي التعامل معه وفقا لجميع القىانين واللىائح الىطنية 경고! 이 제품은 해당 국가의 관련 법규 및 규정에 따라 폐기되어야 합니다. Waarschuwing De uiteindelijke verwijdering van dit product dient te geschieden in overeenstemming met alle nationale wetten en reglementen. 2-2 Static-Sensitive Devices Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) can damage electronic components. To avoid damaging your system, it is important to handle it very carefully.
Chapter 2: Installation 2-3 Processor and Heatsink Installation Warning: When handling the processor package, avoid placing direct pressure on the label area. Notes: • • • • Always connect the power cord last, and always remove it before adding, removing, or changing any hardware components. Make sure that you 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 Intel-certified multidirectional heatsink only.
X10QBi Platform User's Manual 1. Press the second load lever labeled 'Close 1st' to release the load plate that covers the CPU socket from its locking position. 1 Press down on Load Lever 'Close 1st' 2 Pull lever away from the socket OP OP EN EN 1st 1st 2. With the lever labeled 'Close 1st' fully retracted, gently push down on the lever labelled 'Open 1st' to open the load plate. Lift the load plate to open it completely. Gently push down to pop the load plate open.
Chapter 2: Installation 1. Use your thumb and the index finger to loosen the lever and open the load plate. 2. Using your thumb and index finger, hold the CPU on its edges. Align the CPU keys, which are semi-circle cutouts, against the socket keys. Socket Keys CPU Keys 3. Once they are aligned, carefully lower the CPU straight down into the socket. (Do not drop the CPU on the socket. Do not move the CPU horizontally or vertically.
X10QBi Platform User's Manual 1. With the CPU inside the socket, inspect the four corners of the CPU to make sure that the CPU is properly installed. 2. Close the load plate with the CPU inside the socket. Lock the lever labeled 'Close 1st' first, then lock the lever labeled 'Open 1st' second. Using your thumb gently push the load levers down to the lever locks. 1 2 Gently close the load plate. Push down and lock the lever labeled 'Close 1st'.
Chapter 2: Installation Installing a Passive CPU Heatsink 1. Do not apply thermal grease to the heatsink or the CPU die; the required amount has already been applied. 2. Place the heatsink on top of the CPU so that the four mounting holes are aligned with those on the motherboard and the underlying heatsink bracket. 3. Screw in two diagonal screws (the #1 and #2 screws in the figure below) until just snug. To avoid possible damage to the CPU, do not over tighten the screws. 4.
X10QBi Platform User's Manual Removing the Heatsink Warning: We do not recommend that the CPU or heatsink be removed. However, if you do need to uninstall the heatsink, please follow the instructions below to remove the heatsink to avoid damaging the CPU or CPU socket. 1. Unscrew the heatsink screws from the motherboard in the sequence as shown in the figure below. 2. Gently wiggle the heatsink to loosen it from the CPU. (Do not use excessive force.) 3.
Chapter 2: Installation 2-4 I/O Module and Memory Card Installation Installing the AOM-X10QBi-A I/O Module on the Mainboard Note: After you've installed the CPUs and heatsinks on the baseboard, be sure to install the AOM-X10QBi-A I/O module card on the SIO slot as shown on the figure below before you power on the system. Without the I/O module being installed on the motherboard, your system cannot be turned on. AOM-X10QBi-A I/O Module SIO Slot JVGA2 AOM-X10QBi-A Rev. 1.
X10QBi Platform User's Manual Installing DIMM Modules on the X10QBi Memory Card CAUTION Exercise extreme care when installing or removing DIMM modules to prevent any possible damage. Check Supermicro's website for recommended memory modules. 1. Install the desired number of DIMM modules on a memory card; each card supports up to 12 DIMMs. When installing memory, be sure to always populate the blue slots first, starting with DIMMA1, DIMMB1, DIMMC1, and DIMMD1.
Chapter 2: Installation Installing Populated X10QBi Memory Cards on the Baseboard 1. After the memory card is populated with the desired number of RDIMM/ LRDIMM modules, it is ready to be installed on the baseboard. 2. Install one or two memory cards for each CPU installed on the baseboard, starting with SMI Slot P1M1. The X10QBi baseboard supports up to four processors. Refer to the table below to install memory cards that are populated with DIMM modules to the X10QBi baseboard. 3.
X10QBi Platform User's Manual Removing the X10QBi Memory Card from the Baseboard Be sure to remove a memory card from the baseboard before you remove the RDIMM/LRDIMM modules from the memory card. To remove memory cards from the baseboard, follow the reverse sequence of memory card installation as shown on the memory population table on the previous page. Removing RDIMM/LRDIMM Memory Modules from the X10QBi Memory Card Press both notches on the ends of each DIMM module to unlock it.
Chapter 2: Installation 2-5 Installing the System Motherboard into the Chassis Follow the instructions below to install the system motherboard into the chassis. • Tools Needed Phillips Screwdriver • Pan_head #6 screws (19 pieces) • Standoffs (19 pieces, if needed) 1. Install the I/O shield into the chassis. 2. Locate the mounting holes on the system system board and the matching mounting holes on the chassis. X10QBi Rev:1.02 BAR CODE MAC CODE MAC CODE 3.
X10QBi Platform User's Manual 2-6 Memory Support for the X10QBi Platform DIMM0D_LED2 DIMM1D_LED3 DIMM0C_LED7 DIMM2D_LED4 DIMM1C_LED8 DIMM2C_LED1 PRESENT_LED1 DIMM1A_LED2 DIMM0B_LED4 DIMM2B_LED6 DIMM1B_LED5 DIMMD1 D1 DIMMD2 D2 D3 DIMMD3 DIMMC1 DIMMC2 C1 C2 DIMMC3 JDI C3 JDI BAR CODE X10QBi-MEM1 Rev. 1.01 X10QBi Rev:1.02 BAR CODE MAC CODE MAC CODE SMI Slot P4M2 SMI Slot P3M2 SMI Slot P4M1 SMI Slot P3M1 SMI Slot P2M2 SMI Slot P1M2 SMI Slot P2M1 SMI Slot P1M1 2.
Chapter 2: Installation Haswell-EX Performance Mode (2:1) - DDR3 RDIMM + LRDIMM Configuration RDIMM/LRDIMM DDR3 ECC in Performance Mode (2:1) Ranks Per DIMM and Data Width (x8 is supported but not listed) Type SR Single Rank DR Dual Rank QR Quad Rank Max DIMM Capacity (GB) Max Speed (GHz) ; Voltage (V); Slot Per Channel (SPC) and DIMM Per Channel (DPC) 2 SPC 1DPC 3 SPC 2DPC 1DPC 2DPC 3DPC 2Gb 4Gb 1.5V 1.35V 1.5V 1.35V 1.5V 1.35V 1.5V 1.35V 1.5V 1.
X10QBi Platform User's Manual 2-7 I/O Module Connectors/Ports The I/O ports are color coded in conformance with the PC Industry Standards. See the picture below for the colors and locations of the various I/O ports. Note: Before you power on the system, be sure to install the AOM-X10QBiA I/O module card into the SIO slot as shown in the figure. Without the I/O module being installed on the baseboard, your system cannot be turned on. AOM-X10QBi-A I/O Module SIO Slot JVGA2 AOM-X10QBi-A Rev. 1.
Chapter 2: Installation Serial Ports (COM1: On the I/O Module, COM2: On the Baseboard) Serial COM) Ports Pin Definitions Pin # A COM port (COM1) is located on the AOM-X10QBi-A I/O module. Another COM port header (COM2) is located on the X10QBi baseboard to provide frontaccessible serial support. See the table on the right for pin definitions.
X10QBi Platform User's Manual Ethernet Ports (On the I/O Module) LAN Ports Pin Definition Pin# Definition Two Ethernet ports (LAN1/LAN2) are located on the AOM-X10QBi-A I/O module. In addition, an IPMI_dedicated LAN is also located on the I/O module to provide KVM support for IPMI 2.0. All these ports accept RJ45_type cables. Notes: 1. Please refer to Section 2-11 for LAN LED information. 2. USB connections are located on the X10QBi baseboard.
Chapter 2: Installation Unit Identifier Switch/LEDs (On the I/O Module) UID Switch A Unit Identifier (UID) switch on the AOMX10QBi-A I/O module, and two LED indicators are located on the baseboard. The UID switch is located next to the LAN ports on the I/O module. The rear UID LED (LED28) is located next to the UID switch. The front panel UID LED is located at pins 7/8 of the Front Control Panel at JF1. Connect a cable to pins 7/8 on JF1 for front panel UID LED indication.
X10QBi Platform User's Manual Front Control Panel JF1 contains header pins for various buttons and indicators that are normally located on a control panel at the front of the chassis. These connectors are designed specifically for use with Supermicro's server chassis. See the figure below for descriptions of the various control-panel buttons and LED indicators. Refer to the following section for descriptions and pin definitions. JF1 Header Pins X10QBi Rev:1.
Chapter 2: Installation Front Control Panel Pin Definitions NMI Button NMI Button Pin Definitions (JF1) The non-maskable interrupt button header is located on pins 19 and 20 of JF1. Refer to the table on the right for pin definitions. Power LED Pin# Definition 19 Control 20 Ground Power LED Pin Definitions (JF1) The Power LED connection is located on pins 15 and 16 of JF1. Refer to the table on the right for pin definitions. Pin# Definition 15 3.3V 16 PWR LED A. NMI B.
X10QBi Platform User's Manual HDD LED HDD LED Pin Definitions (JF1) The HDD LED connection is located on pins 13 and 14 of JF1. Attach a cable here to indicate HDD activity. Refer to the table on the right for pin definitions. Pin# Definition 13 3.3V Standby 14 HD Active NIC1/NIC2 LED Indicators GLAN1/2 LED Pin Definitions (JF1) The NIC (Network Interface Controller) LED connection for GLAN port 1 is located on pins 11 and 12 of JF1, and the LED connection for GLAN Port 2 is on pins 9 and 10.
Chapter 2: Installation Overheat (OH)/Fan Fail/PWR Fail/ UID LED OH/Fan Fail/PWR Fail/UID LED Pin Definitions (JF1) Pin# Connect an LED cable to the OH/ Fan Fail/FP UID connection on pins 7 and 8 of JF1 to provide advanced warnings of chassis overheating or fan failure. It also works as the front panel UID LED indicator. The red LED takes precedence over the blue LED by default. Refer to the table on the right for pin definitions.
X10QBi Platform User's Manual Reset Button The Reset Button connection is located on pins 3 and 4 of JF1. Attach it to a hardware reset switch on the computer case. Refer to the table on the right for pin definitions. Power Button The Power Button connection is located on pins 1 and 2 of JF1. Momentarily contacting both pins will power on/off the system. This button can also be configured to function as a suspend button (with a setting in BIOS - see Chapter 5).
Chapter 2: Installation 2-8 Connecting Cables ATX Power 24-pin Connector Pin Definitions Power Connectors Pin# Definition Pin # A 24-pin main power supply connector(JPW 1) and six 8-pin power connectors (JPW2JPW7) are located on the X10DBi motherboard. These power connectors meet the SSI EPS 12V specification. Be sure to connect these power connectors to your power supply to provide adequate power to your system. Refer to the table on the right for pin definitions.
X10QBi Platform User's Manual Fan Headers Fan Header Pin Definitions The X10QBi system board has ten system fan headers and ten CPU_card fan Pin# headers. All these are 4-pin fans and are backward_compatible with the traditional 3-pin fan. Fan speed control is available via IPMI interface for 4-pin fans only. See the tables on the right for more information.
Chapter 2: Installation Internal Buzzer Internal Buzzer Pin Definition The internal speaker, located at SP1, can be used to provide audible indica- Pin# tions for various beep codes. See the table on the right for pin definitions. Refer to the layout below for the location of the internal buzzer. Definitions Pin 1 Pos. (+) Beep In Pin 2 Neg.
X10QBi Platform User's Manual Overheat LED/Fan Fail Overheat LED Pin Definitions The JOH1 header is used to connect an LED indicator to provide warnings of chassis overheating or fan failure. This LED will blink when a fan failure occurs. Refer to the table on right for pin definitions.
Chapter 2: Installation Power SMB (I2C) Connector PWR SMB Pin Definitions The Power System Management Bus (I2C) connector (JPI2C1) is used to monitor onboard power supply, fan and system temperatures. Refer to the table on the right for pin definitions. Pin# Definition 1 Clock 2 Data 3 PMBUS_Alert 4 Ground 5 +3.3V IPMB IPMB Header Pin Definitions A System Management Bus header for IPMI 2.0 is located at JIPMB1.
X10QBi Platform User's Manual Universal Serial Bus (USB) (On the Main Board) USB (0/1, 2/3, 6/7) Pin Definitions Type A USB (USB4, USB5) Pin Definitions Three Universal Serial Bus headers provide six USB connections (USB 0/1, 2/3, 6/7) on the baseboard. Additionally, two Type A USB connectors (USB4, USB5) are also located on the board. (Cables are not included.) Refer to the tables on the right for pin definitions.
Chapter 2: Installation 2-9 Jumper Settings Explanation of Jumpers Connector Pins To modify the operation of the system board, jumpers can be used to choose between optional settings. Jumpers create shorts between two pins to change the function of the connector. Pin 1 is identified with a square solder pad on the printed circuit board. See the system board layout pages for jumper locations.
X10QBi Platform User's Manual BMC Enable (On the I/O Module) BMC Enable Jumper Settings Jumper JPB1 allows you to enable the BMC controller on the X10QBi-A I/O Jumper Setting module for IPMI/KVM support. Refer to the table on the right for jumper settings. Pins 1-2 BMC Enable Pins 2-3 Normal (Default) VGA Enable (On the I/O Module) Definition VGA Enable Jumper Settings Jumper JPG1 allows the user to enable VGA Ports 1/2 support on the I/O module.
Chapter 2: Installation CMOS Clear JBT1 is used to clear the CMOS. Instead of pins, this "jumper" consists of contact pads to prevent the accidental clearing of the CMOS. To clear the CMOS, use a metal object such as a small screwdriver to touch both pads at the same time to short the connection. Always remove the AC power cord from the system before clearing the CMOS. Note 1. For an ATX power supply, you must completely shut down the system, remove the AC power cord, and then short JBT1 to clear the CMOS.
X10QBi Platform User's Manual I2C Bus to PCI-Exp. Slots I2C for PCI-E slots Jumper Settings Use Jumpers JI C1 and JI C2 to connect the System Management Bus (I2C) to the PCI-E 2 2 Jumper Setting slots to improve system performance. These two jumpers are to be set at the same time. The default setting is Open for normal operation. Refer to the table on the right for jumper settings.
Chapter 2: Installation Management Engine (ME) Recovery ME Recovery Jumper Settings Use Jumper JPME1 to select ME Firmware Recovery mode, which will limit Jumper Setting resource allocation for essential system operation only in order to maintain normal power operation and management. In the single operation mode, an online upgrade will be available via Recovery mode. Refer to the table on the right for jumper settings.
X10QBi Platform User's Manual 2-10 Onboard LED Indicators LAN LEDs (On the I/O Module) Activity LED Two LAN ports (LAN 1/LAN 2) are located on the I/O module of the system. Each Ethernet LAN port has two LEDs. The yellow LED indicates activity, while the other Link LED may be green, amber, or off to indicate the speed of the connections. Refer to the tables on the right for more information.
Chapter 2: Installation 2-11 Serial ATA Connections Serial_ATA Pin Definitions Serial ATA Ports Six Serial ATA Ports (I-SATA0-I-SATA5) are located on the X10QBi baseboard. I-SATA0/1 support SATA 3.0; I-SATA2-5 support SATA 2.0. These ports, supported by the Intel PCH, provide serial-link signal connections, which are faster than the connections of Parallel ATA. Refer to the table on the right for pin definitions.
X10QBi Platform User's Manual Notes 2-40
Chapter 3: Troubleshooting Chapter 3 Troubleshooting 3-1 Troubleshooting Procedures Use the following procedures to troubleshoot your system. If you have followed all of the procedures below and still need assistance, refer to the "Technical Support Procedures" and/or "Returning Merchandise for Service" section(s) in this chapter. Note: Always disconnect the power cord before adding, changing, or installing any hardware components. Before Power On 1.
X10QBi Platform User's Manual No Video 1. If the power is on, but you have no video, remove the I/O module, all the addon cards and cables. 2. Use the speaker to determine if any beep codes exist. Refer to Appendix A for details on beep codes. System Boot Failure If the system does not display POST or does not respond after the power is turned on, check the following: 1. Check for any error beep from the speaker on the system board.
Chapter 3: Troubleshooting Memory Errors When a No_Memory_Beep_Code is issued by the system, check the following: 1. Make sure that the memory modules are compatible with the system and that the DIMM modules are properly and fully installed. (For memory compatibility, refer to the Memory Compatibility chart posted on our website at http://www. supermicro.com.) 2. Check if different speeds of DIMMs have been installed. It is strongly recommended that the same RAM speed of DIMMs are used in the system. 3.
X10QBi Platform User's Manual normal range. Also, check the front-panel Overheat LED to make sure that the Overheat LED is not on. 5. Adequate power supply: Make sure that the power supply provides adequate power to the system and that all power connectors are connected. Please refer to our website for more information on the minimum power requirement. 6. Proper software support: Make sure that the correct drivers are used. B.
Chapter 3: Troubleshooting 1. Please go through the "Troubleshooting Procedures" and "Frequently Asked Question" (FAQ) sections in this chapter or see the FAQs on our website (http:// www.supermicro.com/) before contacting Technical Support. 2. BIOS upgrades can be downloaded from our website (http://www.supermicro. com). 3.
X10QBi Platform User's Manual Proper Battery Disposal Warning! Please handle used batteries carefully. Do not damage the battery in any way; a damaged battery may release hazardous materials into the environment. Do not discard a used battery in the garbage or a public landfill. Please comply with the regulations set up by your local hazardous waste management agency to dispose of your used battery properly.
Chapter 3: Troubleshooting Question: How do I handle the used battery? Answer: Please handle used batteries carefully. Do not damage the battery in any way; a damaged battery may release hazardous materials into the environment. Do not discard a used battery in the garbage or a public landfill. Please comply with the regulations set up by your local hazardous waste management agency to dispose of your used battery properly.
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Chapter 4: AMI BIOS Chapter 4 BIOS 4-1 Introduction This chapter describes the AMI BIOS setup utility for the X10QBi Platform. It also provides the instructions on how to navigate the AMI BIOS setup utility screens. The AMI ROM BIOS is stored in a Flash EEPROM and can be easily updated. Starting BIOS Setup Utility To enter the AMI BIOS setup utility screens, press the key while the system is booting up. Note: In most cases, the key is used to invoke the AMI BIOS setup screen.
X10QBi Platform User’s Manual How To Change the Configuration Data The configuration data that determines the system parameters may be changed by entering the AMI BIOS setup utility. This setup utility can be accessed by pressing at the appropriate time during system boot. Note: For AMI UEFI BIOS Recovery, please refer to the UEFI BIOS Recovery User Guide posted @ http://www.supermicro.com/support/manuals/.
Chapter 4: AMI BIOS The AMI BIOS Main menu displays the following information: System Date/System Time Use this option to change the system date and time using the arrow keys. Enter new values through the keyboard and press . Press the key to move between fields. The date must be entered in Day MM/DD/YYYY format. The time is entered in HH:MM:SS format. (Note: The time is in the 24-hour format. For example, 5:30 P.M. appears as 17:30:00.).
X10QBi Platform User’s Manual 4-3 Advanced Setup Configurations Select the Advanced tab to access the following submenu items. Boot Features Boot Configuration Quiet Boot Use this item to select bootup screen display between POST messages and the OEM logo. Select Disabled to display the POST messages. Select Enabled to display the OEM logo instead of the normal POST messages. The options are Enabled and Disabled.
Chapter 4: AMI BIOS Wait For 'F1' If Error Select Enabled to force the system to wait until the 'F1' key is pressed when an error occurs. The options are Disabled and Enabled. Interrupt 19 Capture Interrupt 19 is the software interrupt that handles the boot disk function. When this item is set to Immediate, the BIOS ROM of the host adaptors will immediately capture Interrupt 19 at bootup and allow the drives that are attached to these host adaptors to function as bootable disks.
X10QBi Platform User’s Manual • Processor ID • Processor Frequency • Microcode Revision • L1 Cache RAM • L2 Cache RAM • L3 Cache RAM • Processor 0 Version • Processor 1 Version • Processor 2 Version • Processor 3 Version Clock Spread Spectrum Select Enable to allow the BIOS to monitor and attempt to reduce the level of Electromagnetic Interference caused by the components whenever needed. The options are Disable and Enable.
Chapter 4: AMI BIOS execute and where it cannot, thus preventing a worm or a virus from flooding illegal codes to overwhelm the processor or damage the system during an attack. This feature is used in conjunction with the items: "Clear MCA," "VMX," "Enable SMX," and "Lock Chipset" for Virtualization media support. The default setting is Enable. (Refer to Intel and Microsoft websites for more information.) VMX Select Enable for CPU-related Virtualization support.
X10QBi Platform User’s Manual DCU (Data Cache Unit) Streamer Prefetcher (Available when supported by the CPU) If set to Enable, the DCU Streamer Prefetcher will prefetch data streams from the cache memory to the DCU (Data Cache Unit) to speed up data accessing and processing for CPU performance enhancement. The options are Disable and Enable.
Chapter 4: AMI BIOS SMM Save State Select Enable for SMM (System Management Mode) Save state support which is used for advanced power management and other operating-system-independent functions. The options are Enable and Disable. Cbox Pipe Serial Mode Cbox is the caching agent that works as the external cache and system interface unit within Intel 7500 (or newer) series processors.
X10QBi Platform User’s Manual CPU C State Control (Available when Power Technology is set to Custom) C2C3TT (C2-to-C3 Transaction Timer) This feature is used to set the transaction timer from C2 to C3. Enter 0 for Auto, which will allow the BIOS to configure the transaction timer automatically. The Default setting is 0 (Auto). Package C State limit Use this item to set the limit on the C-State package register. The options are C0/1 state, C2 state, C6 (non-Retention) state, and C6 (Retention) state.
Chapter 4: AMI BIOS via IPMI 2.0. The options are Performance, Balanced Performance, Balanced Power, and Power. Workload Configuration Use this feature to set the power management setting optimized for regular workload condition. The options are Balanced (recommended) and I/O sensitive. Socket RAPL (Running Average Power Limit) Configuration Turbo Pwr (Power) Limit Lock Select Enable to set the power use limit for the machine when it is running in the turbo mode. The options are Enable and Disable.
X10QBi Platform User’s Manual IIO Configuration (For /IIO1 Configuration/IIO2 Configuration/ IIO3 Configuration, please refer to Page 4-15.) IIO0 Configuration PCI-E Completion Timeout Select Enable for PCI-E Completion Timeout support for electric tuning. The options are Enable and Disable. PCI-E Completion Timeout Value Use this item to set the PCI-E Completion Time-out value for electric tuning. Enter a value between 260ms to 900ms.
Chapter 4: AMI BIOS PCI-E ASPM Support Select Enable to support the Active State Power Management (ASPM) level for a PCI-E port specified by the user. Select Disabled to disable ASPM support. The options are Disable and L1 Only. Fatal Err (Error) Over Select Enable to force the fatal error propogation to the II0 core-error-logic for the port specified by the user. The options are Disable and Enable.
X10QBi Platform User’s Manual PCI-E Port Link Select Disable to disable the link that is not involved in PCI training, but its CFG space is still active. The options are Enable and Disable. Link Speed Use this item to select the PCI-E link speed for the PCI-E port specified by the user. The options are GEN1 (2.5 GT/s), GEN2 (5 GT/s), and Auto.
Chapter 4: AMI BIOS Gen3 (Generation 3) Eq (Equalization) Mode Use this item to set PCI-E Gen3 Adaptive Equalization mode. The options are Auto, Enable Phase 0, 1, 2, 3; Disable Phase 0, 1, 2, 3; Enable Phase 1 Only, Enable Phase 0, 1 Only, and Advanced. Gen3 (Generation 3) Spec (Specifics) Mode Use this item to set the Specifics mode for PCI-E Gen3 device. The options are Auto, 0.70 July, 0.70 Sept and 071 Sept.
X10QBi Platform User’s Manual IOU1 (II0 PCIE Port 3) This item configures the PCI-E port Bifuraction settings for a PCI-E port specified by the user. The options are x4x4x4x4, x4x4x8, x8x4x4, x8x8, x16, and Auto. PCI-E Completion Timeout Select Enable to issue a "time-out" command when PCI-E electric tuning is completed. The options are Enable and Disable. PCI-E Completion Timeout Value Use this item to set the PCI-E Completion Time-out value. Enter a value between 260ms to 900ms.
Chapter 4: AMI BIOS Link Speed Use this item to select the link speed for the PCI-E port specified by the user. The options are GEN1 (2.5 GT/s), GEN2 (5 GT/s), and Auto. Override Max Link Width Use this item to set the link speed for a selected PCI-E port to override the maximum link width that was set by PCI-bifurcation. The options are Auto, x1, x2, x4, x8, and x16. PCI-E Port DeEmphasis Use this item to select the De-Emphasis control setting for a PCI-E port specified by the user. The options are -6.
X10QBi Platform User’s Manual Gen3 (Generation 3) Spec (Specifics) Mode Use this item to set the Specifics mode for PCI-E Generation 3 devices. The options are Auto, 0.70 July, 0.70 Sept and 071 Sept. Gen3 (Generation 3) Phase2 Mode Use this item to set the PCI-E Generation 3 Phase 2 mode. The options are Hardware Adaptive and Manual. Gen3 (Generation 3) DN TX Preset Use this item to set the Preset mode for PCI-E Gen3 downstream transactions (from the master device to a slave device).
Chapter 4: AMI BIOS Disable TPH Select Enable to de-activate TLP Processing Hint support. The options are Disable and Enable. II0 Generation Configuration The following information will display: TXT DPR memory setting Use this item to set TXT DPR settings. The options are 1M DPR, 3M DPR, 64M DPR, 128M DPR, and 255M DPR. Unhide QPI PMU Counter Select Enable to use the PCI-Express counters. Select Disable to hide the PCIExpress counters. The options are Disable and 255M Enable.
X10QBi Platform User’s Manual Interrupt Remapping Select Enable to support Interrupt Remapping to enhance system performance. The options are Enable and Disable. Pass Through DMA Select Enable for the Non-Iscoh VT-d engine to pass through DMA (Direct Memory Access) to enhance system performance. The options are Enable and Disable. ATS Select Enable for the Non-Iscoh VT-d engine to pass through ATS to enhance system performance. The options are Enable and Disable.
Chapter 4: AMI BIOS • LInk Speed • Current QPI Link Frequency • QPI Global MMIO Low Base/Limit • QPI Global MMIO High Base/Limit • QPI PCI-E Configuration Base/Siz (Size) Link Speed Mode Use this feature to select the data transfer speed for QPI Link connections. The options are Fast and Slow. Link Frequency Select Use this feature to select the desired frequency for QPI Link connections. The options are 6.4GB/s, 7.2GB/s, 8.0GB/s, Auto, and Use Per LInk Setting.
X10QBi Platform User’s Manual Resource Auto Adjust Select Enable for the PCI resource-requests for each CPU socket to be automatically adjusted on the need-base when the PCI resource allocator fails. The options are Enable and Disable. QPI Per Socket Configuration CPU 0/CPU 1/CPU 2/CPU 3 Bus Resource Allocation Ratio Use this feature to set the bus resource-allocation ratio (from 0-8). The default setting is 1.
Chapter 4: AMI BIOS DDR Voltage Level Select Force to 1.50V to force all DDR3 memory modules to operate at 1.50V. Select Force to 1.35V to force all DDR3 memory modules to operate at 1.35V. The options are Auto, Force to 1.50V, and Force to 1.35V. Advanced Clk (Clock) Training Select Enable for Advanced Clock Training support, which will allow the memory command line to be synchronized with the clock line to enhance memory performance. The options are Enable and Disable.
X10QBi Platform User’s Manual Multi-Threaded MRC (Memory Reference Code) Select Enabled for the system to execute multi-threaded memory codes to improve memory performance. The options are Auto, Disabled and Enabled. Rank Multiplication Select Enabled to force the LRDIMM (Load-Reduced DIMM) memory modules to operate at the Rank-Multiplication mode for memory performance enhancement. The options are Auto and Enabled.
Chapter 4: AMI BIOS VMSE Lockstep Mode Select Enabled to support the VMSE Lockstep mode, which will support Lock step mode for the Intel Scalable Memory Interconnect 2 (Intel SMI 2) controller. The options are 2:1 Mode. NB Persistent Error Select Enable to allow the system to properly handle the persistent errors occurred in the North Bridge. The options are Enable and Disable. SB Persistent Error Select Enable to allow the system to properly handle the persistent errors occurred in the South Bridge.
X10QBi Platform User’s Manual Command 2 Data Tuning Select Enabled to fine-tune electrical command paths from the host system to the memory-extension buffer (MXB). The options are Enabled and Disabled. Jordon Creek Power Management Select Enabled to activate power management features embedded in the Jordon Creek chip for the Intel Scalable Memory Interconnect 2 (Intel SMI 2) controller. The options are Enabled and Disabled.
Chapter 4: AMI BIOS Memory Hot Sense Thermal Throttling Select Enabled to activate thermal-throttling when the hot-sensor reaches the predefined threshold via automatic voltage control when the CPU is in idle states. The options are Enabled and Disabled. Memory Hot Output Thermal Throttling Select Enabled to provide thermal-throttling warnings when the hot-sensor reaches the predefine threshold via automatic voltage control when the CPU is in idle states. The options are Enabled and Disabled.
X10QBi Platform User’s Manual • DIMM Frequency Memory Thermal Memory Power Savings Mode Use this item to configure chipset-related memory power-saving features. The options are Auto, Slow, Fast, Disabled, and User Defined. Memory Power Savings Advanced Options MDLL Off Select Enable to shut down MDLL (Multiple Delay-Locked Loop) operations while system memory is synchronizing resources for power-saving. The options are Auto, Disabled, and Enabled.
Chapter 4: AMI BIOS Migration Spare Use this feature to set the bit-mask of the riser card that is designated as a spare riser. The default setting is 0. Current Memory Speed This item displays the current memory speed. Mirroring This item indicates if memory mirroring is supported by the motherboard. Memory mirroring creates a duplicate copy of the data stored in the memory to enhance data security. Sparing This item indicates if memory sparing is supported by the motherboard.
X10QBi Platform User’s Manual Memory Interleaving Use this feature to set the DIMM memory interleaving mood. The options are NUMA (1-way) Node Interleave, 2-way Node Interleave, 4-way Interleave, 8 Way Interleaving, Inter-socket, and Auto. Socket Interleave Below 4GB Select Enabled for the memory above the 4G Address space to be split between two sockets. The options are Enable and Disable. Channel Interleaving Use this feature to set the DIMM channel interleaving mood.
Chapter 4: AMI BIOS Device Tagging Select Enable to support device tagging. The options are Disable and Enable. Memory Power Management Select Enabled for memory power management support. The options are Disabled and Enabled. Memory Rank Mask Select Enabled to support memory rank in the memory controller. The options are Disabled and Enabled. A7 Mode Select Enabled to support A7 (Addressing) Mode to improve memory performance. The options are Disable and Enable.
X10QBi Platform User’s Manual South Bridge This feature is used to configure Intel South Bridge settings. USB Configuration The following USB items will display. • USB Module Version • USB Devices Legacy USB Support (Available when USB Functions is not Disabled) Select Enabled to support legacy USB devices. Select Auto to disable legacy support if USB devices are not present. Select Disabled to have USB devices available for EFI (Extensive Firmware Interface) applications only.
Chapter 4: AMI BIOS USB Hardware Delays and Time-outs USB Transfer Time-out Use this feature sets the USB Transfer Time-out values for control, bulk, and interrupt transfers. The default setting is 20 sec (seconds). Device Reset Time-out Select Auto for the BIOS to automatically configure the delay maximum time setting before a USB device properly reports itself to the system. The options are Auto and Manual.
X10QBi Platform User’s Manual SATA Port 0/SATA Port 1/SATA Port 2/SATA Port 3/SATA Port 4/SATA Port 5 This section allows the user to configure the following settings for the SATA port specified by the user. Software Preserve Port 0/Port 1/Port 2/Port 3/Port 4/Port 5 Select Enabled to enable the port specified by the user. The options are Enabled and Disabled.
Chapter 4: AMI BIOS PERR# Generation Select Enabled to allow a PCI device to generate a PERR number for a PCI Bus Signal Error Event. The options are Enabled and Disabled. SERR# Generation Select Enabled to allow a PCI device to generate an SERR number for a PCI Bus Signal Error Event. The options are Enabled and Disabled. Maximum Payload Select Auto to allow the system BIOS to automatically set the maximum payload value for a PCI-E device to enhance system performance.
X10QBi Platform User’s Manual Launch Video OPROM Policy This feature controls how the system executes UEFI (Unified Extensible Firmware Interface), and legacy Option ROM. Select Legacy Only to boot the system using a legacy video device. The options are Do not launch, UEFI Only and Legacy Only. VGA Priority This feature allows the user to select the graphics adapter to be used as the primary boot device. The options are Onboard and Offboard.
Chapter 4: AMI BIOS • Error Code Super IO Configuration Super IO Chip: This item displays the Super IO chip used in the motherboard. Serial Port 0 Configuration Serial Port Select Enabled to enable a serial port specified by the user. The options are Enabled and Disabled. Device Settings This item displays the settings of Serial Port 1 (COM). Change Settings This option specifies the base I/O port address and the Interrupt Request address of Serial Port 1 (COM).
X10QBi Platform User’s Manual 10, 11, 12; IO=2F8h; IRQ=3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 10, 11, 12; IO=3E8h; IRQ=3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 10, 11, 12; IO=2E8h; IRQ=IRQ=3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 10, 11, 12. Device Mode Use this feature to select the desired mode for a serial port specified. The options are 24MHz/13 and 24MHz. Serial Port 2 Configuration Serial Port Select Enabled to enable a serial port specified by the user. The options are Enabled and Disabled. Device Settings This item displays the settings of Serial Port 2.
Chapter 4: AMI BIOS Console Redirection Select Enabled to use the SOL Port for Console Redirection. The options are Enabled and Disabled. Console Redirection Settings This feature allows the user to specify how the host computer will exchange data with the client computer, which is the remote computer used by the user. 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.
X10QBi Platform User’s Manual ing data when the receiving buffer is full. Send a "Start" signal to start sending data when the receiving buffer is empty. The options are None and Hardware RTS/CTS. VT-UTF8 Combo Key Support Select Enabled to enable VT-UTF8 Combination Key support for ANSI/VT100 terminals. The options are Enabled and Disabled. Recorder Mode Select Enabled to capture the data displayed on a terminal and send it as text messages to a remote server. The options are Disabled and Enabled.
Chapter 4: AMI BIOS Console Redirection Settings (for EMS) This feature allows the user to specify how the host computer will exchange data with the client computer, which is the remote computer used by the user. Out-of-Band Management Port The feature selects a serial port used by the Microsoft Windows Emergency Management Services (EMS) to communicate with a remote server. The options are COM1 Console Redirection and COM2/SOL Console Redirection.
X10QBi Platform User’s Manual TPM (Trusted-Platform Module) State Select Enabled to enable TPM security settings to improve data integrity and network security. The options are Disabled and Enabled. Pending Operation Use this item to schedule an operation for the security device. The options are None, Enable Take Ownership, Disable Take Ownership, and TPM Clear. Note: The computer will reboot in order to execute the pending commands and change the state of the security device.
Chapter 4: AMI BIOS 4-4 Event Logs Select the Event Logs tab to access the following submenu items. Change SMBIOS Event Log Settings This feature allows the user to configure SMBIOS Event settings. Runtime Error Logging Support Select Enabled to enable runtime error logging upon system boot. The options are Auto, Enabled, and Disabled. Enabling/Disabling Options SMBIOS Event Log Select Enabled to enable SMBIOS (System Management BIOS) event logging during system boot.
X10QBi Platform User’s Manual SMBIOS Event Log Standard Settings Log System Boot Event Select Enabled to log system boot events. The options are Disabled and Enabled. MECI (Multiple Event Count Increment) Enter the increment value for the multiple event counter. Enter a number from 1 to 255. The default setting is 1. METW (Multiple Event Count Time Window) This item allows the user to decide how long (in minutes) should the multiple event counter wait before generating a new event log.
Chapter 4: AMI BIOS 4-5 IPMI Select the IPMI (Intelligent Platform Management Interface) tab to access the following submenu items. These items indicates your system IPMI firmware revision number and status. • IPMI Firmware Revision • IPMI Status BMC Network Configuration LAN Channel 1: This feature allows the user to configure the settings for LAN1 Port. Configuration Address Source This feature allows the user to select the source of the IP address for this computer.
X10QBi Platform User’s Manual 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. Router IP Address This item displays the Router IP address for this computer. This should be in decimal and in dotted quad form (i.e., 192.168.10.253).
Chapter 4: AMI BIOS Administrator Password Use this item to set the administrator password which is required to enter the BIOS setup utility. The length of the password should be from 3 characters to 20 characters long. User Password Use this item to set a user password which is required to log into the system and to enter the BIOS setup utility. The length of the password should be from 3 characters to 20 characters long.
X10QBi Platform User’s Manual Key Exchange Key Database (KEK) Delete KEK (Key Exchange Key) Select to confirm deletion of the KEK from the NVRAM (Non-Volatile RAM). Set New KEK (Key Exchange Key) Select to confirm that a new KEK will be set in the NVRAM (Non-Volatile RAM). Append KEK (Key Exchange Key) Select to load the new KEK from the manufacture defaults. Select to load the new KEK from other sources.
Chapter 4: AMI BIOS Image Execution Policy Internal FA Select Always Execute for the BIOS to always execute Image-Execution Policy commands on each device path when system security is compromised. The default setting is Always Execute. Option ROM Select Deny Execute to prevent the BIOS from executing Option ROM commands to boot up a system from a network device when system security is compromised. The options are Always Execute, Always Deny, Allow Execute, Defer Execute, Deny Execute and Query User.
X10QBi Platform User’s Manual 4-7 Boot This submenu allows the user to configure the following boot settings for the system. Boot Mood Select Use this item to configure boot mood select settings for the machine. The options are Legacy, UEFI, and Dual. Fixed Boot Order Priorities This option prioritizes the order of bootable devices that the system to boot from. Press [ENTER] on each entry from top to bottom to select devices.
Chapter 4: AMI BIOS Hard Disk Drive BBS Priorities This item sets the boot sequence of available hard disk drives.
X10QBi Platform User’s Manual 4-8 Save & Exit This submenu allows the user to configure the Save and Exit settings for the system. Save Changes and Exit When completing the system configuration changes, select this option to save the changes and exit from the BIOS setup utility. When a dialog box appears, asking you if you want to save configuration and exit, select Yes to save the changes and exit from the BIOS setup utility.
Chapter 4: AMI BIOS to save configuration, select Yes to save the changes, or select No to return to the BIOS without making changes. Discard Changes Select this feature and press to discard all the changes and return to the BIOS setup. When the dialog box appears, asking you if you want to load previous values, select Yes to load the values previous saved, or select No to keep the changes you've made so far.
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Appendix A: BIOS POST Error Codes Appendix A BIOS Error Beep Codes During the POST (Power-On Self-Test) routines, which are performed each time the system is powered on, errors may occur. Non-fatal errors are those which, in most cases, allow the system to continue the bootup process. The error messages normally appear on the screen. Fatal errors will not allow the system to continue to bootup. If a fatal error occurs, you should consult with your system manufacturer for possible repairs.
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Appendix B: Software Installation Instructions Appendix B Software Installation Instructions B-1 Installing Software Programs After you have installed the operating system, a screen as shown below will appear. You are ready to install software programs and drivers that have not yet been installed. To install these programs, click the icons to the right of these items. Note: To install the Windows OS, please refer to the instructions posted on our website at http://www.supermicro.com/support/manuals/.
X10QBi Platform User's Manual B-2 Configuring SuperDoctor III The SuperDoctor® III program is a Web-based management tool that supports remote management capability. It includes Remote and Local Management tools. The local management is called the SD III Client. The SuperDoctor III program included on the CD_ROM that came with your system motherboard allows you to monitor the environment and operations of your system.
Appendix B: Software Installation Instructions SuperDoctor III Interface Display Screen-II (Remote Control) Note: SD III software and the user's manual can be downloaded from our website at: http://www.supermicro.com/products/accessories/software/SuperDoctorIII.cfm. For Linux, we will recommend that you use SuperDoctor II.
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Appendix C: UEFI BIOS Recovery Appendix C UEFI BIOS Recovery Instructions Warning: Do not upgrade the BIOS unless your system has a BIOS-related issue. Flashing the wrong BIOS may cause irreparable damage to the system. In no event will 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.
X10QBi Platform User's Manual To perform a 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 disc Root "\" Directory of a USB device or writeable CD/DVD. Note: If you cannot locate the "Super.ROM" file in your driver disk, visit our website at http://www.supermicro.com to download the BIOS image into a USB flash device and rename it "Super ROM" for BIOS recovery use. 2.
Appendix C: UEFI BIOS Recovery 6. After the process of BIOS recovery is complete, press any key to reboot the system. 7. Using a different system, extract the BIOS package into a bootable USB flash drive. 8. When a DOS prompt appears, enter AMI.BAT BIOSname.### at the prompt. Note: Do not interrupt this process until BIOS flashing is completed.
X10QBi Platform User's Manual 9. After the BIOS update is completed, unplug the AC power cable from the power supply to clear the CMOS, and then plug the AC power cable into the power supply and power on the system. 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 D: Dual Boot Block Appendix D Dual Boot Block D-1 Introduction This motherboard supports the Dual Boot Block feature, which is the last-ditch mechanism to recover the BIOS boot block. This section provides an introduction to the feature. BIOS Boot Block A BIOS boot block is the minimum BIOS loader required to enable necessary hardware components for the BIOS crisis recovery flash used to update the main BIOS block.
X10QBi Platform User's Manual D-2 Steps to Reboot the System by Using Jumper JBR1 1. Power down the system. 2. Close pins 2-3 on Jumper JBR1, and power on the system. 3. Follow the BIOS recovery SOP listed in the previous chapter (Appendix C). 4. After completing the steps above, power down the system. 5. Close pins 1-2 on Jumper JBR1, and power on the system.
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