Chapter 4: BIOS
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Subnet Mask
This item displays the sub-network that this computer belongs to. The value of each three-
digit number separated by dots should not exceed 255.
Station MAC Address
This item displays the Station MAC address for this computer. Mac addresses are 6 two-digit
hexadecimal numbers.
Gateway IP Address
This item displays the Gateway IP address for this computer. This should be in decimal
and in dotted quad form (i.e., 172.31.0.1).
IPMI Function Support
Use this feature to enable IPMI support. The options are Enabled and Disabled. When
Disabled, the system powers on quickly by removing BIOS support for extended IPMI
features. The Disable option is for applications that require faster power on time wthout
using Supermicro Update Manager (SUM) or extended IPMI features. The BMC network
conguration in the BIOS setup is also invalid when IPMI Function Support is disabled.
The general BMC function and motherboard health monitor such as fan control are still
functioning even when this option is disabled.
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