User's Manual (1.0b)

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X10QBi Platform User's Manual
3-4 Frequently Asked Questions
Question: What are the various types of memory that my system mother-
board can support?
Answer: The X10QBi supports Registered (RDIMM)/Load Reduced (LRDIMM) ECC
DDR3 of up to 1600 MHz memory. It is strongly recommended that you do not mix
memory modules of different types, speeds and sizes. Please follow all memory
installation instructions given in the memory section in Chapter 2.
Question: How do I update my BIOS?
It is recommended that you do not upgrade your BIOS if you are not experiencing
any problems with your system. Updated BIOS les are located on our website
at http://www.supermicro.com. Please check our BIOS warning message and the
information on how to update your BIOS on our website. Select your motherboard
model and download the BIOS le to your computer. Also, check the current BIOS
revision to make sure that it is newer than your BIOS before downloading. You
can choose from the zip le or the .exe le. If you choose the zip BIOS le, please
unzip the BIOS le onto a bootable USB device. Run the batch le using the format
AMI.bat lename.rom from your bootable USB device to ash the BIOS. Then, your
system will automatically reboot.
Warning: Do not shut down or reset the system while updating BIOS to prevent pos-
sible system boot failure.)
Note: The SPI BIOS chip used in this system board cannot be removed.
Send your system board back to our RMA Department at Supermicro
for repair. For BIOS Recovery instructions, please refer to the AMI BIOS
Recovery Instructions posted at http://www.supermicro.com.
Question: What's on the CD that came with my system motherboard?
Answer: The supplied compact disc has drivers and programs that will greatly
enhance your system performance. We recommend that you review the CD and
install the applications you need. Applications on the CD include chipset drivers
for the Windows OS, security, and audio drivers.
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 landll. Please comply with the
regulations set up by your local hazardous waste management agency to dispose of
your used battery properly.