X9DRT-HF X9DRT-HIBQF X9DRT-HIBFF USER’S MANUAL Revision 1.
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Preface Preface This manual is written for system integrators, PC technicians and knowledgeable PC users. It provides information for the installation and use of the X9DRT-HF/HIBQF/HIBFF motherboard. About This Motherboard The Super X9DRT-HF/HIBQF/HIBFF motherboard supports dual Intel® E5-2600(v2) Series Processors (Socket R LGA 2011) that offer QPI (Intel QuickPath Interface) Technology, providing point-to-point connection with a transfer speed of up to 8.0 TG/s.
X9DRT-HF/HIBQF/HIBFF Motherboard User’s Manual Conventions Used in the Manual Pay special attention to the following symbols for proper system installation and to prevent damage 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 differentiate between various models or provides information for proper system setup.
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X9DRT-HF/HIBQF/HIBFF Motherboard User’s Manual Table of Contents Preface Chapter 1 Overview 1-1 Overview.......................................................................................................... 1-1 1-2 Processor and Chipset Overview...................................................................1-11 1-3 Special Features............................................................................................ 1-12 1-4 PC Health Monitoring.........................................
Table of Contents Universal Serial Bus (USB)....................................................................... 2-19 Ethernet Ports........................................................................................... 2-20 Serial Ports................................................................................................ 2-21 Video Connector........................................................................................ 2-21 InfiniBand Connection (For X9DRT-HIBQF/HIBFF)............
X9DRT-HF/HIBQF/HIBFF Motherboard User’s Manual Chapter 3 Troubleshooting 3-1 Troubleshooting Procedures............................................................................ 3-1 3-2 Technical Support Procedures......................................................................... 3-5 3-3 Battery Removal and Installation..................................................................... 3-6 3-4 Frequently Asked Questions......................................................................
Chapter 1: Overview Chapter 1 Overview 1-1 Overview Checklist Congratulations on purchasing your computer motherboard from an acknowledged leader in the industry. Supermicro boards are designed with the utmost attention to detail to provide you with the highest standards in quality and performance. This motherboard was designed to be used in a 2U Twin^2/Twin Superserver system.
X9DRT-HF/HIBQF/HIBFF Motherboard User’s Manual Motherboard Image Model Variations for X9DRT-HF/-HIBQF/-HIBFF /-HF /-HIBQF /-HIBFF InfiniBand No Yes Yes FDR IB No No Yes QDR IB No Yes No Note: All graphics shown in this manual were based upon the latest PCB Revision available at the time of publishing of the manual. The motherboard you've received may or may not look exactly the same as the graphics shown in this manual.
Chapter 1: Overview Motherboard Layout InfiniBand LAN2 LAN1 USB0/1 LEM1 UID SW1 COM1 JIB1 JPME1 JPME2 LEB2 LEB1 LE2 VGA JB1 Connector IPMI_LAN IB CTRL JPL1 LE3 JSD1 USB2 JPG1 CPU1_Port2 SXB1 PCI-E 3.0 x16 JI2C1 JI2C2 JB3 JB2 S-SATA0 JPB1 JRST1 JWD1 JTPM1 LAN CTRL JNMI1 BMC J21 PCH JBAT1 JWP1 I-SATA1 XDP-CPU S-SATA3 S-SATA2 I-SATA0 CPU1_Port3A SXB2 PCI-E 3.0 X8 CPU2_Port2C SXB3 PCI-E 3.0 X8 JBT1 JIPMB1 LE1 BIOS X9DRT-HF Rev. 1.
X9DRT-HF/HIBQF/HIBFF Motherboard User’s Manual X9DRT-HF/HIBQF/HIBFF Motherboard Quick Reference VGA COM1 LAN2 InfiniBand LAN1 USB0/1 LEM1 JIB1 JPME1 JPME2 LEB2 LEB1 LE2 UID SW1 JB1 Connector IPMI_LAN IB CTRL JPL1 LE3 JSD1 USB2 JPG1 CPU1_Port2 SXB1 PCI-E 3.0 x16 JI2C1 JI2C2 JB3 JB2 S-SATA0 JPB1 JRST1 JWD1 JTPM1 LAN CTRL JNMI1 BMC J21 PCH JBAT1 JWP1 I-SATA1 S-SATA3 XDP-CPU S-SATA2 I-SATA0 CPU1_Port3A SXB2 PCI-E 3.0 X8 CPU2_Port2C SXB3 PCI-E 3.
Chapter 1: Overview X9DRT-HF/HIBQF/HIBFF Motherboard Jumpers Jumper Description Default Setting JBT1 Clear CMOS See Chapter 2 JIB1 (X9DRT-HIBQF/-HIBFF only) InfiniBand Enable Pins 1-2 (Enabled) JI C1/JI C2 SMB to PCI-E Slots Pins 2-3 (Normal) JPB1 BMC Enabled Pins 1-2 (Enabled) JPG1 VGA Enabled Pins 1-2 (Enabled) JPL1 GLAN1/GLAN2 Enable Pins 1-2 (Enabled) JPME1 Management Engine (ME) Recovery Mode Pins 1-2 (Normal) JPME2 Management Engine (ME) Manufacture Mode Pins 1-2 (Normal) JW
X9DRT-HF/HIBQF/HIBFF Motherboard User’s Manual X9DRT-HF/HIBQF/HIBFF Motherboard LED Indicators LED Description State Status LE1 Onboard PWR LED On Onboard PWR On LE2 UID LED Blue: On (Windows OS) Blinking (Linux) Unit Identified LE3 HDD LED Green: On HDD/SATA Active LEB1 InfiniBand Link LED Green: On IB Connected (X9DRTHIBQF/-HIBFF) LEB2 InfiniBand Activity LED Yellow: On IB Active (X9DRTHIBQF/-HIBFF ) LEM1 BMC Heartbeat LED Green: Blinking BMC Normal Warning: Do not install the
Chapter 1: Overview Motherboard Features • CPU Dual Intel® E5-2600(v2) Series Processors (Socket R LGA 2011); each processor supports two full-width Intel QuickPath Interconnect (QPI) links (with Data Transfer Rate of up to 8.0 GT/s per QPI). Note: For Intel E5-2600(v2) processor support, BIOS version 3.0 or above is required.
X9DRT-HF/HIBQF/HIBFF Motherboard User’s Manual VGA • Peripheral Devices BIOS Power Config. USB Devices • • • • Two (2) USB ports on the rear I/O panel (USB 0/1) • • • • • ACPI/ACPM Power Management • Management Engine • Onboard voltage monitors for 1.8V, +3.3V, 3.3VSB, +5V Standby, 1.35V, 1.5V, Chipset Voltage, and Battery Voltage. • • • • CPU 6-Phase switching voltage regulator PC Health Monitoring Backplane VGA Port One (1) Onboard USB connection (USB 2) 16MB AMI BIOS® Flash EEPROM APM 1.
Chapter 1: Overview System Management Dimensions • • • • BMC (BaseBoard Management) LED • • • • • System resource alert via SuperDoctor® III InfiniBand LED UID/Remote UID LED PECI (Platform Environment Configuration Interface) 2.0 support Thermal Monitor 2 (TM2) support SuperDoctor® III, Watch Dog, NMI Chassis Intrusion Header and Detection 6.80" (L) x 16.64" (W) (172.72 mm x 422.
Gen3 x16 J1 DDR3 DIMM #1 A Gen3 x8 x8(0..7) PCI-E x16 SLOT PCI-E x8 in x4 SLOT B 3/1.5 SATA3 #6 3/1.5 SATA3 #5 3/1.5 SATA2 #4 3/1.5 SATA2 #3 6/3/1.5 SATA2 #2 6/3/1.5 SATA2 #1 x8(8..
Chapter 1: Overview 1-2 Processor and Chipset Overview Built upon the functionality and the capability of the Intel ® E-2600(v2) Series Processors (Socket R LGA 2011) and the PCH C602 chipset, the X9DRT-HF/ HIBQF/HIBFF motherboard provides the performance and feature sets required for dual_processor-based high-performance/cluster server platforms.
X9DRT-HF/HIBQF/HIBFF Motherboard User’s Manual 1-3 Special Features Recovery from AC Power Loss The Basic I/O System (BIOS) provides a setting that determines how the system will respond when AC power is lost and then restored to the system. You can choose for the system to remain powered off (in which case you must press the power switch to turn it back on), or for it to automatically return to the power-on state. See the Advanced BIOS Setup section for this setting. The default setting is Last State.
Chapter 1: Overview 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 its 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.
X9DRT-HF/HIBQF/HIBFF Motherboard User’s Manual 1-7 Super I/O The X9DRT-HF/HIBQF/HIBFF motherboard supports two 16550-compatible serial communication connections. COM Port 1, located on the rear IO backplane, can be used for input/output. The other supports SOL only. Both UARTs provide legacy speed with baud rate of up to 115.2 Kbps as well as an advanced speed with baud rates of 250 K, 500 K, or 1 Mb/s, which support higher speed modems.
Chapter 1: Overview The WPCM450R Controller interfaces with the host system via PCI connections to communicate with the graphics cores. It supports USB 2.0 and 1.1 for remote keyboard/mouse/virtual media emulation. It also provides LPC interface support to control Super IO functions. The WPCM450R Controller is connected to the network via an external Ethernet PHY module or shared NCSI connections.
X9DRT-HF/HIBQF/HIBFF Motherboard User’s Manual • RMCP+ protocol supported Note: For BMC Configuration Instructions, please refer to the Embedded BMC Configuration User's Guide available @ http://www.supermicro.com/ support/manuals/.
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.
X9DRT-HF/HIBQF/HIBFF Motherboard 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.
X9DRT-HF/HIBQF/HIBFF Motherboard User’s Manual 2-2 Static-Sensitive Devices Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) can damage electronic components. To avoid possible damage to your system board, it is important to handle it very carefully. The following measures are generally sufficient to protect your equipment from ESD. • • • • • • Precautions Use a grounded wrist strap designed to prevent static discharge. Touch a grounded metal object before removing the board from the antistatic bag.
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.
X9DRT-HF/HIBQF/HIBFF Motherboard User’s Manual 2. 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' WA R NI NG lever away from 2 Pull the socket ! WA R NI OP EN NG ! 1st OP EN 1st 3. With the 'Close 1st' lever fully retracted, gently push down on the 'Open 1st' lever to open the load plate. Lift the load plate to open it completely.
Chapter 2: Installation 1. Using your thumb and the index finger, remove the 'WARNING' plastic cap from the socket. WA R NIN G! 2. Use your thumb and index finger to 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.
X9DRT-HF/HIBQF/HIBFF Motherboard User’s Manual 4. With the CPU inside the socket, inspect the four corners of the CPU to make sure that the CPU is properly installed. 5. Close the load plate with the CPU inside the socket. Lock the 'Close 1st' lever first, then lock the 'Open 1st' lever second. Use your thumb to gently push the load levers down to the lever locks. 1 2 Gently close the load plate. Push down and lock 'Close 1st' lever.
Chapter 2: Installation Installing a Passive CPU Heatsink 1. Apply the proper amount of thermal grease to the heatsink. 2. Place the heatsink on top of the CPU so that the two mounting holes on the heatsink are aligned with those on the retention mechanism. 3. Insert two push-pins on the sides of the heatsink through the mounting holes on the motherboard, and turn the push-pins clockwise to lock them. Screw#1 Screw#4 Screw#3 Screw#2 OP EN 1st Notes: 1.
X9DRT-HF/HIBQF/HIBFF Motherboard User’s Manual Removing the Passive Heatsink Warning: We do not recommend that the CPU or the heatsink be removed. However, if you do need to remove the heatsink, please follow the instructions below to uninstall the heatsink to avoid damaging the CPU or other components. 1. Unplug the power cord from the power supply. 2. Press down the push-pin on the heatsink, and turn counter-clock-wise to loosen it. Repeat the same step to loosen the second push-pin. 3.
Chapter 2: Installation 2-4 Installing and Removing the Memory Modules Note: Check Supermicro's website for recommended memory modules. CAUTION Exercise extreme care when installing or removing DIMM modules to prevent any possible damage. Installing & Removing DIMMs 1. Insert the desired number of DIMMs into the memory slots, starting with P1-DIMMA1. (For best performance, please use the memory modules of the same type and speed in the same bank.) 2.
X9DRT-HF/HIBQF/HIBFF Motherboard User’s Manual Memory Support for the X9DRT-HF/HIBQF/HIBFF Motherboard The X9DRT-HF/HIBQF/HIBFF motherboard supports up to 512 GB of Load Reduced (LRDIMM), 256 GB of Registered (RDIMM) or 64 GB of Unbuffered (UDIMM) ECC/Non-ECC DDR3 800/1066/1333/1600/1866 MHz 240-pin 4-channel memory modules in eight DIMM slots. Note: For the latest memory updates, please refer to the Tested Memory List posted on our website (http://www.supermicro.com/products/motherboard).
Chapter 2: Installation Populating UDIMM (ECC/Non-ECC) Memory Modules Intel E5-2600(v2) Series Processor UDIMM Memory Support Ranks Per DIMM & Data Width Memory Capacity Per DIMM Speed (MT/s) and Voltage Validated by Slot per Channel (SPC) and DIMM Per Channel (DPC) 2 Slots Per Channel (See the Note below) 1DPC 3 Slots Per Channel 2DPC 1DPC 2DPC 1.35V 1.5V 1.35V 1.5V 1.35V 1.5V 1.35V 1.
X9DRT-HF/HIBQF/HIBFF Motherboard User’s Manual Populating UDIMM (ECC/Non-ECC) Memory Modules Intel E5-2600 Series Processor UDIMM Memory Support Ranks Per DIMM & Data Width Memory Capacity Per DIMM Speed (MT/s) and Voltage Validated by Slot per Channel (SPC) and DIMM Per Channel (DPC) 2 Slots Per Channel (See the Note below) 1DPC 3 Slots Per Channel 2DPC 1DPC 2DPC 1.35V 1.5V 1.35V 1.5V 1.35V 1.5V 1.35V 1.
Chapter 2: Installation Populating LRDIMM (ECC) Memory Modules Intel E5-2600(v2) Series Processor LRDIMM Memory Support Ranks Per DIMM & Data Width Memory Capacity Per DIMM (See the Note Below) Speed (MT/s) and Voltage Validated by Slot per Channel (SPC) and DIMM Per Channel (DPC) 2 Slots Per Channel 1DPC 1.35V 1.5V 1.35V 1066, 1333, 1600 QRx4 (DDP) 16GB 32GB 1066, 1333, 1600 1066, 1333, 1600, 1866 8Rx4 (QDP) 32GB 64GB 1066 1066 3 Slots Per Channel 2DPC 1066 1DPC 2DPC 3DPC 1.5V 1.
X9DRT-HF/HIBQF/HIBFF Motherboard User’s Manual 2-5 Motherboard Installation All motherboards have standard mounting holes to fit different types of chassis. Make sure that the locations of all the mounting holes for both motherboard and chassis match. Although a chassis may have both plastic and metal mounting fasteners, metal ones are highly recommended because they ground the motherboard to the chassis. Make sure that the metal standoffs click in or are screwed in tightly.
Chapter 2: Installation Installing the Motherboard 1. Install the I/O shield into the chassis. 2. Locate the mounting holes on the motherboard. 3. Locate the matching mounting holes on the chassis. Align the mounting holes on the motherboard against the mounting holes on the chassis. 4. Install standoffs in the chassis as needed. 5. Install the motherboard into the chassis carefully to avoid damaging motherboard components. 6.
X9DRT-HF/HIBQF/HIBFF Motherboard User’s Manual 2-6 Control Panel Connectors and I/O Ports The I/O ports are color coded in conformance with the PC 99 specification. See the picture below for the colors and locations of the various I/O ports. Back Panel Connectors and I/O Ports VGA COM1 LAN2 InfiniBand LAN1 USB0/1 LEM1 JIB1 JPME1 JPME2 LEB2 LEB1 LE2 UID SW1 JB1 Connector IPMI_LAN IB CTRL JPL1 USB2 JPG1 LE3 JSD1 CPU1_Port2 SXB1 PCI-E 3.
Chapter 2: Installation Universal Serial Bus (USB) Two Universal Serial Bus ports (USB 0/1) are located on the I/O back panel. In addition, a USB header, located close to the BMC chip, provides frontaccessible USB connection (USB 2). (Cables are not included.) See the tables on the right for pin definitions. VGA LAN2 LAN1 USB0/1 LEM1 InfiniBand 1 +5V 2 PO- 3 PO+ 4 Ground 5 NA Pin# Definition 1 +5V 2 PO- 3 PO+ 4 Ground 5 NA JB1 2.
X9DRT-HF/HIBQF/HIBFF Motherboard User’s Manual Ethernet Ports Two Gigabit Ethernet ports (LAN1/2) are located on the I/O backplane on the motherboard. In addition, an IPMI_ Dedicated LAN is located above USB 0/1 ports on the backplane to provide KVM support for IPMI 2.0. All these ports accept RJ45 type cables. (Note: Please refer to the LED Indicator Section for LAN LED information.
Chapter 2: Installation Serial Ports A COM Port is located on the IO Backplane. See the table on the right for pin definitions. Serial Port Pin Definitions (COM1) Pin # Definition Pin # CDC 6 DSR 2 RXD 7 RTS 3 TXD 8 CTS 4 DTR 9 RI 5 Ground Video Connector A Video (VGA) connector is located next to the COM Port on the IO backplane. This connector is used to provide video and CRT display. Refer to the board layout below for the location. VGA COM1 LAN2 InfiniBand LAN1 1.
X9DRT-HF/HIBQF/HIBFF Motherboard User’s Manual InfiniBand Connection (For X9DRT-HIBQF/HIBFF) The onboard InfiniBand (IB) connector is located on the backplane on the motherboard. The IB switch is primarily used for High-performance computing. See the table below for pin definitions. VGA COM1 LAN2 InfiniBand LAN1 USB0/1 LEM1 JIB1 JPME1 JPME2 LEB2 LEB1 LE2 UID SW1 JB1 Connector IPMI_LAN IB CTRL JPL1 LE3 JSD1 USB2 JPG1 CPU1_Port2 SXB1 PCI-E 3.
Chapter 2: Installation Unit Identifier Switches UID Switch Two Unit Identifier (UID) Switches and two LED Indicators are located on the motherboard. The Front Panel UID Switch is located at pin 16 on JF2. The Rear UID Switch is located at SW1 next to the InfiniBand Connector. The Front Panel UID LED is located at pin 17 of JF2, and the Rear UID LED is located at LE2.
X9DRT-HF/HIBQF/HIBFF Motherboard User’s Manual Front Panel Accessible Add-on Card Header (JF2) JF2 Add-on card header provides front access to the power supply, Serial ATA and Front Panel Control connections for the X9DRT-HF Series motherboard. Insert an Add-On card into this header to use the functions indicated above. This header is designed specifically for the Supermicro-proprietary add-on card (BPN-ADPX96SATA3). Refer to the layout below for the location of JF2.
Chapter 2: Installation 2-7 Connecting Cables NMI Header The non-maskable interrupt header is located at JNMI1. Refer to the table on the right for pin definitions. NMI Button Pin Definitions Pin# Definition 1 Control 2 Ground IPMB I2C SMB A System Management Bus header for the IPMI slot is located at JIPMB1. Connect an appropriate cable here to use the IPMB I2C connection on your system. InfiniBand LAN2 LAN1 JB1 Connector IB CTRL 2 Ground 3 Clock 4 No Connection B.
X9DRT-HF/HIBQF/HIBFF Motherboard User’s Manual System Reset System Reset Pin Definition A System Reset header is located at JRST1 on the motherboard. Connect a Pin Setting cable to this header for system reset. Refer to the layout below for the location. Pin 1 Signal Pin 2 Ground DOM Power Connector A power connector for SATA DOM (Disk_ On_Module) devices is located at JSD1. Connect an appropriate cable here to provide power for your SATA DOM devices.
Chapter 2: Installation TPM Header/Port 80 A Trusted Platform Module/Port 80 header is located at JTPM1 to provide TPM support and Port 80 connection. Use this header to enhance system performance and data security. See the table on the right for pin definitions. VGA LAN2 LAN1 USB0/1 JB1 Connector JPL1 LE3 JSD1 USB2 JPG1 CPU1_Port2 SXB1 PCI-E 3.
X9DRT-HF/HIBQF/HIBFF Motherboard User’s Manual 2-8 Jumper Settings Explanation of Jumpers Connector Pins To modify the operation of the motherboard, jumpers can be used to choose between optional settings. Jumpers create shorts between two pins to change the function of the connector. Pin 1 is identified with a square solder pad on the printed circuit board. See the motherboard layout pages for jumper locations.
Chapter 2: Installation CMOS Clear JBT1 is used to clear CMOS. Instead of pins, this "jumper" consists of contact pads to prevent accidental clearing of CMOS. To clear 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 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 CMOS.
X9DRT-HF/HIBQF/HIBFF Motherboard User’s Manual VGA Enable Jumper JPG1 allows the user to enable the onboard VGA connectors. The default setting is 1-2 to enable the connection. See the table on the right for jumper settings. VGA Enable Jumper Settings Jumper Setting Enabled (Default) 2-3 Disabled BMC Enable Jumper JPB1 allows you to enable the onboard BMC (Baseboard Management) Controller to provide IPMI 2.O/KVM support on the motherboard. See the table on the right for jumper settings.
Chapter 2: Installation I2C Bus to PCI-Exp. Slots Jumpers JI C1 and JI C2 allow you to connect the System Management Bus 2 (I C) to PCI-Express slots. The default setting is Open to disable the connection. See the table on the right for jumper settings. 2 InfiniBand (IB) Enable (For X9DRTHIBQF/HIBFF) Jumper JIB1 allows the user to enable the onboard InfiniBand connector. The default setting is 1-2 to enable the connection. See the table on the right for jumper settings.
X9DRT-HF/HIBQF/HIBFF Motherboard User’s Manual Management Engine (ME) Recovery Use Jumper JPME1 to select ME Firmware Recovery mode, which will limit resource allocation for essential system operation only in order to maintain normal power operation and management. In the single operation mode, online upgrade will be available via Recovery mode. See the table on the right for jumper settings.
Chapter 2: Installation 2-9 Onboard LED Indicators The Gigabit LAN ports are located on the IO Backplane on the motherboard. Each Ethernet LAN port has two LEDs. The Yellow LED indicates activity. The Link LED on the left side of the LAN port may be green, amber or off to indicate the speed of the connection. See the tables on the right for more information. In addition to the Gigabit Ethernet ports, an IPMI Dedicated LAN is also located above the Backplane USB ports 0/1 on the motherboard.
X9DRT-HF/HIBQF/HIBFF Motherboard User’s Manual Onboard Power LED An Onboard Power LED is located at LE1 on the motherboard. When this LED is on, the system is on. Be sure to turn off the system and unplug the power cord before removing or installing components. See the table on the right for more information. BMC Heartbeat LED A BMC Heartbeat LED is located at LEM1 on the motherboard. When LEM1 is blinking, BMC functions normally. See the table on the right for more information.
Chapter 2: Installation InfiniBand LED Indicators (LEB1/LEB2) (For the X9DRT-HIBQF/HIBFF Only) Two InfiniBand LED Indicators (LEB1/LEB2) are located on the motherboard. The green LED (LEB1) is the InfiniBand Link LED. The yellow LED (LEB2) indicates activity. Refer to the table on the right for details. Also see the layout below for the LED locations.
X9DRT-HF/HIBQF/HIBFF Motherboard User’s Manual Rear UID LED The rear UID LED is located at LE2 on the rear of the motherboard. This LED is used in conjunction with the rear UID switch to provide easy identification of a system that might be in need of service. Refer to UID Switch on page 2-23 for more information. UID LED Status Color/State OS Status Blue: On Windows OS Unit Identified Blue: Blinking Linux OS Unit Identified A VGA COM1 LAN2 InfiniBand LAN1 A.
Chapter 2: Installation 2-10 PCI-Express and Serial ATA Connections PCI-Express 3.0 x16 Slot A PCI-Express 3.0 x16 slot (CPU1_Port2 SXB1) is located on the motherboard. This slot is used for a rear I/O riser card. Refer to the layout below for the location. PCI-Express 3.0 x8 Slots Two PCI-Express 3.0 x8 slots (CPU1_Port3A SXB2/CPU2_Port2C SXB3) are on the motherboard. CPU1_Port3A SXB2 is used for a rear I/O riser card; while CPU2_Port2C SXB3 supports the SMC-proprietary daughter card.
X9DRT-HF/HIBQF/HIBFF Motherboard User’s Manual Serial ATA (SATA) Connections A Front Panel Add-On Card header is located at JF2 on the motherboard. This header provides onboard SATA support. Plug an add-on card in JF2 to use SATA connections. In addition, two SATA connections (I-SATA 0/1), located next to the Intel PCH chip also provide SATA connections. In addition, three S-SATA connectors (S-SATA0, 2/3) are also located on the motherboard.
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.
X9DRT-HF/HIBQF/HIBFF Motherboard User’s Manual No Video 1. If the power is on, but you do not have video, remove all the add-on 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 motherboard speaker.
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 @ http://www. supermicro.com.) 2. Check if DIMM modules with different speeds have been installed.
X9DRT-HF/HIBQF/HIBFF Motherboard User’s Manual the normal range. Also check the front panel Overheat LED, and 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. Make sure that all power connectors are connected. Please refer to our website for more information on minimum power requirement. 6. Proper software support: Make sure that the correct drivers are used. B.
Chapter 3: Troubleshooting 3-2 Technical Support Procedures Before contacting Technical Support, please take the following steps. Also, please note that as a motherboard manufacturer, Supermicro also sells motherboards through its channels, so it is best to first check with your distributor or reseller for troubleshooting services. They should know of any possible problem(s) with the specific system configuration that was sold to you. 1.
X9DRT-HF/HIBQF/HIBFF Motherboard User’s Manual 3-3 Battery Removal and Installation Battery Removal To remove the onboard battery, follow the steps below: 1. Power off your system and unplug your power cable. 2. Locate the onboard battery as shown below. 3. Using a tool such as a pen or a small screwdriver, push the battery lock outwards to unlock it. Once unlocked, the battery will pop out from the holder. 4. Remove the battery. Proper Battery Disposal Warning: Please handle used batteries carefully.
Chapter 3: Troubleshooting 3-4 Frequently Asked Questions Question: What are the various types of memory that my motherboard can support? Answer: The motherboard supports Registered/Load Reduced ECC or Unbuffered ECC/Non-ECC DDR3 DIMM modules. To enhance memory performance, do not mix memory modules of different speeds and sizes. Please follow all memory installation instructions given on Section 2-4 in Chapter 2.
X9DRT-HF/HIBQF/HIBFF Motherboard User’s Manual 3-5 Returning Merchandise for Service A receipt or copy of your invoice marked with the date of purchase is required before any warranty service will be rendered. You can obtain service by calling your vendor for a Returned Merchandise Authorization (RMA) number. When returning the motherboard to the manufacturer, the RMA number should be prominently displayed on the outside of the shipping carton, and the shipping package is mailed prepaid or hand-carried.
Chapter 4: AMI BIOS Chapter 4 BIOS 4-1 Introduction This chapter describes the AMI BIOS Setup utility for the X9DRT-HF/HIBQF/HIBFF. 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.
X9DRT-HF/HIBQF/HIBFF Motherboard User’s Manual Note: For AMI UEFI BIOS Recovery, please refer to the UEFI BIOS Recovery User Guide posted @http://www.supermicro.com/support/manuals/. Starting the Setup Utility Normally, the only visible Power-On Self-Test (POST) routine is the memory test. As the memory is being tested, press the key to enter the main menu of the AMI BIOS Setup utility. From the main menu, you can access the other setup screens.
Chapter 4: AMI BIOS System Time This item displays the system time in HH:MM:SS format (e.g. 15:32:52). Supermicro X9DRT Version This item displays the version of the BIOS ROM used in this system. Build Date This item displays the date that the BIOS Setup utility was built. Memory Information Total Memory This displays the amount of memory that is available in the system. 4-3 Advanced Setup Configurations Use the arrow keys to select Advanced Setup and press to access the following submenu items.
X9DRT-HF/HIBQF/HIBFF Motherboard User’s Manual AddOn ROM Display Mode This item sets the display mode for the Option ROM. Select Keep Current to use the current AddOn ROM Display setting. Select Force BIOS to use the Option ROM display mode set by the system BIOS. The options are Force BIOS and Keep Current. Bootup Num-Lock This feature sets the Power-on state for the Numlock key. The options are Off and On.
Chapter 4: AMI BIOS CPU Configuration This submenu displays the information of the CPU as detected by the BIOS. It also allows the user to configuration CPU settings. Socket 1 CPU Information/Socket 2 CPU Information This submenu displays the following information regarding the CPU installed in Socket 1 and (or) Socket 2 as detected by the BIOS.
X9DRT-HF/HIBQF/HIBFF Motherboard User’s Manual Clock Spread Spectrum Select Enable to enable Clock Spectrum support, which will allow the BIOS to monitor and attempt to reduce the level of Electromagnetic Interference caused by the components whenever needed. The options are Disabled and Enabled. Hyper-threading Select Enabled to support Intel Hyper-threading Technology to enhance CPU performance. The options are Enabled and Disabled.
Chapter 4: AMI BIOS DCU IP Prefetcher (Available when supported by the CPU) Select Enabled for DCU (Data Cache Unit) IP Prefetcher support, which will prefetch IP addresses to improve network connectivity and system performance. The options are Disabled and Enabled.
X9DRT-HF/HIBQF/HIBFF Motherboard User’s Manual Short Duration Power Limit This item displays the time period during which short duration power is maintained. Chipset Configuration North Bridge This feature allows the user to configure the following North Bridge settings. Integrated IO Configuration Intel VT-d Select Enabled to enable Intel Virtualization Technology support for Direct I/O VT-d by reporting the I/O device assignments to the VMM (Virtual Working Memory) through the DMAR ACPI Tables.
Chapter 4: AMI BIOS PCI-Exp Generation 3 support for Port 1A. The options are GEN1, GEN2, and GEN3. Port 1B Link Speed Select GEN1 to enable PCI-Exp Generation 1 support for Port 1B. Select GEN2 to enable PCI-Exp Generation 2 support for Port 1B. Select GEN3 to enable PCI-Exp Generation 3 support for Port 1B. The options are GEN1, GEN2, and GEN3. IOU2-PCIe Port If this feature allows the user to set the bus speed between the IOU2 and the PCI-Exp port.
X9DRT-HF/HIBQF/HIBFF Motherboard User’s Manual Port 2A Link Speed Select GEN1 to enable PCI-Exp Generation 1 support for Port 2A. Select GEN2 to enable PCI-Exp Generation 2 support for Port 2A. Select GEN3 to enable PCI-Exp Generation 3 support for Port 2A. The options are GEN1, GEN2, and GEN3. IOU3-PCIe Port If this feature allows the user to set the bus speed between the IOU3 and the PCI-Exp port. The options are x4x4x4x4, x4x4x8, x8x4x4, x8x8, and x16.
Chapter 4: AMI BIOS CPU Socket 1 DIMM Information This item displays the memory type/speed of a memory module specified. • P1-DIMMA1 • P1-DIMMB1 • P1-DIMMC1 • P1-DIMMD1 CPU Socket 2 DIMM Information This item displays the memory type/speed of a memory module specified. • P1-DIMME1 • P1-DIMMF1 • P1-DIMMG1 • P1-DIMMH1 Memory Mode When Independent is selected, all DIMMs will be available to the operating system.
X9DRT-HF/HIBQF/HIBFF Motherboard User’s Manual Rank Interleaving This feature allows the user to select a rank memory interleaving method. The options are Auto, 1 Way, 2 Way, 4, Way, and 8 Way. Patrol Scrub Patrol Scrubbing is a process that allows the CPU to correct correctable memory errors detected on a memory module and send the correction to the requestor (the original source).
Chapter 4: AMI BIOS USB Devices: This item displays the USB devices detected by the BIOS. All USB Devices This feature enables all USB ports/devices. The options are Disabled and Enabled. (If set to Enabled, EHCI Controller 1 and Controller 2 will appear.) EHCI Controller 1/EHCI Controller 2 (Available when All USB Devices is set to Enabled) Select Enabled to enable Enhanced Host Controller Interface (EHCI) Controller 1/ Controller 2. The options are Disabled and Enabled.
X9DRT-HF/HIBQF/HIBFF Motherboard User’s Manual Serial-ATA (SATA) Controller 0~1 Use this feature to activate or deactivate the SATA controller, and set the compatibility mode. The options for Controller 0 are Enhanced and Compatible. The default of SATA Controller 1 is Enhanced. AHCI Mode The following items are displayed when the AHCI Mode is selected. Aggressive Link Power Management Select Enabled to enable Aggressive Link Power Management support for Cougar Point B0 stepping and beyond.
Chapter 4: AMI BIOS Onchip SCU Option ROM Select Enabled to support the onboard SCU Option ROM to boot up the system via a SCU device. The options are Disabled and Enabled. SCU Port 0~SCU Port 3: The AMI BIOS will automatically detect the presence of a SCU port and display the status of this port as detected. PCIe/PCI/PnP Configuration PCI ROM Priority Use this feature to select the Option ROM to boot the system when there are multiple Option ROMs available in the system.
X9DRT-HF/HIBQF/HIBFF Motherboard User’s Manual ASPM Support This feature allows the user to set the Active State Power Management (ASPM) level for a PCI-E device. Select Force L0 to force all PCI-E links to operate at L0 state. Select Auto to allow the system BIOS to automatically set the ASPM level for the system. Select Disabled to disable ASPM support. The options are Disabled, Force L0, and Auto. Warning: Enabling ASPM support may cause some PCI-E devices to fail! SXB1 PCI-E 3.
Chapter 4: AMI BIOS COM1 Configuration Serial Port Select Enabled to enable a serial port specified. The options are Enabled and Disabled. Device Settings This feature displays the serial port settings as specified. Change Settings Use this feature to set the settings of a serial port specified.
X9DRT-HF/HIBQF/HIBFF Motherboard User’s Manual Console Redirection Select Enabled to use a COM Port selected by the user for Console Redirection. The options are Enabled and Disabled. Console Redirection Settings This item determines how the host system exchanges data with the client computer. 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.
Chapter 4: AMI BIOS ACPI Setting Use this feature to configure Advanced Configuration and Power Interface (ACPI) power management settings for your system. ACPI Sleep State Use this feature to select the ACPI State when the system is in sleep mode. Select S1 (CPU_Stop_Clock) to erase all CPU caches and stop executing instructions. Power to the CPU(s) and RAM is maintained, but RAM is refreshed. Select Suspend to use power-reduced mode.
X9DRT-HF/HIBQF/HIBFF Motherboard User’s Manual Intel®1350 Gigabit Network Connection This item displays the following iSCSI Internet Connection information. NIC Configuration Link Speed Use this feature to change the link speed of network connection and to configure duplex mode for the port currently used. The options are AutoNeg, 10 Mbps Half, 10 Mbps Full, 100 Mbps Half, and 100 Mbps Full. Wake on LAN Enable this option to wake up the system via a LAN (NIC) device. The options are Enabled, and Disabled.
Chapter 4: AMI BIOS 4-4 Event Logs Use this feature to configure Event Log settings. Change SMBIOS Event Log Settings This feature allows the user to configure SMBIOS Event settings. Enabling/Disabling Options SMBIOS Event Log Select Enabled to enable SMBIOS (System Management BIOS) Event Logging during system boot. The options are Enabled and Disabled. Runtime Error Logging Support Select Enabled to support Runtime Error Logging. The options are Enabled and Disabled.
X9DRT-HF/HIBQF/HIBFF Motherboard User’s Manual Erasing Settings Erase Event Log Select Enabled to erase the SMBIOS (System Management BIOS) Event Log, which is completed before a event logging is initialized upon system reboot. The options are No, Yes Next Reset, and Yes Every Reset. When Log is Full Select Erase Immediately to immediately erase SMBIOS error event logs that exceed the limit when the SMBIOS event log is full. Select Do Nothing for the system to do nothing when the SMBIOS event log is full.
Chapter 4: AMI BIOS 4-5 IPMI Use this feature to configure Intelligent Platform Management Interface (IPMI) settings. IPMI 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 Enabled and Disabled.
X9DRT-HF/HIBQF/HIBFF Motherboard User’s Manual 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. Customize EFI Logging Options Log EFI Status Codes Select Enabled to log EFI (Extensible Firmware Interface) Status Codes, Error Codes or Progress Codes. The options are Enabled and Disabled.
Chapter 4: AMI BIOS 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., 192.168.10.253). 4-6 Boot This submenu allows the user to configure the following boot settings for the system. CSM Support Select Enabled to enable UEFI Compatibility Support Module (CSM) to provide compatibility support to a traditional legacy BIOS which will allow an OS that requires CSM support to boot from a traditional option ROM.
X9DRT-HF/HIBQF/HIBFF Motherboard User’s Manual Boot Option #2 Use this item to select the first boot device. Select a LAN device to boot the system from the network connection. Select UEFI to boot the system from the UEFI: Builtin EFI Shell. The options are LAN Device, UEFI: Built-in EFI Shell, and Disabled. Network Devices Delete Boot Options This feature allows the user to select a boot device to delete from the boot priority list.
Chapter 4: AMI BIOS 4-8 Save & Exit This submenu allows the user to configure the Save and Exit settings for the system. 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, and press .
X9DRT-HF/HIBQF/HIBFF Motherboard User’s Manual 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, click Yes to load the values previous saved, or click No to keep the changes you've made so far. Restore Optimized Defaults Select this feature and press to load the optimized default settings that help optimize system performance.
Appendix A: BIOS POST Error Codes Appendix A BIOS Error Beep Codes During the POST (Power-On Self-Test) routines, which are performed at each system boot, errors may occur. Non-fatal errors are those which, in most cases, allow the system to continue to boot. The error messages normally appear on the screen. Fatal errors will not allow the system to continue with bootup procedure. 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've 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/.
X9DRT-HF/HIBQF/HIBFF Motherboard User’s Manual Note 3: Changing BMC log-in information is recommended during initial system power-on. The default username is ADMIN and password is ADMIN. For BMC best practices, please refer to: http://www.supermicro. com/products/nfo/files/IPMI/Best_Practices_BMC_Security.pdf 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.
Appendix B: Software Installation Instructions SuperDoctor® III Interface Display Screen-II (Remote Control) Note: The SDIII utility and the user guide can be downloaded from our website at: http://www.supermicro.com/products/accessories/software/ SuperDoctor III.cfm. For Linux, we will still recommend that you use SuperDoctor II.
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(Disclaimer Continued) The products sold by Supermicro are not intended for and will not be used in life support systems, medical equipment, nuclear facilities or systems, aircraft, aircraft devices, aircraft/emergency communication devices or other critical systems whose failure to perform be reasonably expected to result in significant injury or loss of life or catastrophic property damage.
