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Supermicro X12SPW-TF User Manual

Supermicro X12SPW-TF
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USER'S MANUAL
Revision 1.1
X12SPW-TF/-F

Table of Contents

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Supermicro X12SPW-TF Specifications

General IconGeneral
Form FactorATX
SocketLGA 4189
ChipsetIntel C621A
Memory Slots8
Maximum Memory2TB
PCIe 4.0 x16 Slots7
Other Expansion Slots1 x PCIe 4.0 x8 (in x16 slot)
M.2 Slots2
SATA Ports8
SAS Ports8
Video Ports1 x VGA
Supported Memory TypesDDR4-3200
Network Interface2 x 10GbE
USB Ports (Front)2 x USB 3.0
Power Connector24-pin ATX

Summary

Preface

About This Manual and Motherboard

Details the manual's purpose and provides information about the motherboard.

Conventions and Contact Information

Explains manual conventions and lists Supermicro contact details.

Chapter 1 Introduction

Product Checklist and Important Links

Lists main parts in the retail box and provides essential website links for drivers and manuals.

Motherboard Features Overview

Details key motherboard specifications including CPU, memory, expansion slots, and I/O.

Processor and Chipset Details

Provides an overview of the 3rd Gen Intel Xeon Scalable Processor and Intel PCH C621A chipset.

System Health and Power Management

Explains system health monitoring features like voltage and temperature monitoring, and ACPI power management.

Power Supply and Serial Port Information

Details power supply requirements and serial port capabilities of the motherboard.

Quick Reference

Quick Reference Table

Provides a table listing jumpers, LEDs, and connectors with their definitions and default settings.

Chapter 2 Installation

Static-Sensitive Devices and Unpacking

Provides precautions for handling static-sensitive components and guidelines for unpacking the motherboard.

Processor and Heatsink Installation Procedures

Step-by-step guide for installing the CPU, heatsink module, and related components.

Motherboard Installation

Covers tools needed, location of mounting holes, and the process of installing the motherboard into a chassis.

Memory Support and Installation

Details memory support, guidelines for performance optimization, and DIMM installation/removal.

I/O Ports and Connectors Guide

Locates and describes rear I/O ports, front panel connectors, and various internal headers.

Jumper Settings Configuration

Explains how jumpers work and details specific settings for CMOS clear, LAN enable/disable, and manufacturing mode.

LED Indicators Explained

Describes the function and state of various LEDs on the motherboard, including LAN, IPMI, UID, and Power LEDs.

Chapter 3 Troubleshooting

Troubleshooting Procedures

Guides through common issues like no power, boot failure, memory errors, and system instability.

Technical Support and FAQs

Provides steps for contacting technical support and answers frequently asked questions.

Battery Handling and Service Procedures

Details battery removal/installation steps and procedures for returning merchandise for service.

Chapter 4 UEFI BIOS

BIOS Introduction and Setup Access

Introduces the AMIBIOS Setup utility and explains how to enter the system's BIOS setup.

Main BIOS Setup Screen Options

Details the options available on the Main BIOS setup screen, including date, time, and version information.

Advanced BIOS Settings

Covers detailed system configuration options categorized by CPU, memory, storage, network, PCIe, and more.

Event Logs Configuration

Explains how to configure SMBIOS event logging, including enabling/disabling and erasing log entries.

IPMI Configuration Settings

Details Intelligent Platform Management Interface (IPMI) settings for BMC firmware, system event logs, and network configuration.

Security Settings Configuration

Covers password management, hard drive security, secure boot options, and trusted computing features.

Boot Order and Options Configuration

Explains how to configure boot mode, priorities, and options for various boot devices like UEFI, Legacy, and PXE.

Save & Exit BIOS Settings

Describes options for saving changes, discarding defaults, loading defaults, and exiting the BIOS setup utility.

Appendix A Software Installation

Installing Software Programs

Provides instructions for downloading and installing motherboard drivers and utilities from Supermicro.

SuperDoctor® 5 Utility

Details the SuperDoctor 5 hardware monitoring program for system health information and remote management.

IPMI Software Configuration

Explains the Intelligent Platform Interface (IPMI) for remote access, monitoring, and management.

Appendix B Standardized Warning Statements

Battery Handling Warnings

Provides warnings regarding battery replacement, explosion risks, and proper disposal procedures.

Product Disposal Guidelines

Informs users about national laws and regulations for the proper disposal of the product.

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