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Supermicro X13DEG-OA User Manual

Supermicro X13DEG-OA
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USER'S MANUAL
Revision 1.0c
X13DEG-OA
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Supermicro X13DEG-OA Specifications

General IconGeneral
SocketLGA 4189
Storage InterfaceSATA, NVMe
M.2 Slots2
Networking2 x 10GBase-T (Intel X550-AT2)
SATA Ports8 x SATA 6Gb/s
Ethernet2 x 10GBase-T (Intel X550-AT2)

Summary

Introduction to the X13DEG-OA Motherboard

Overview and Important Resources

Provides an overview of the motherboard and links to essential resources like manuals, drivers, and support.

Comprehensive Motherboard Features

Details core motherboard features including CPU, memory, chipset, expansion slots, BMC, I/O, and BIOS.

Processor and Chipset Support Details

Details supported processor features like UPI, accelerators, and I/O, plus PCH features like PCIe lanes and Ethernet.

Special Features and System Health Monitoring

Explains special features like AC power loss recovery and system health monitoring for voltage, fans, and temperature.

System Interface and Power Features

Details ACPI features, power supply requirements, system reboot behavior, and serial port specifications.

Chapter 2: Installation Procedures

Static-Sensitive Device Handling and Unpacking

Provides critical precautions for handling static-sensitive devices and instructions for unpacking the motherboard.

Processor and Heatsink Installation Guide

Details the process of assembling the CPU and heatsink module, including processor type identification.

Processor Heatsink Module (PHM) Assembly

Details the components of the Processor Heatsink Module and provides an overview of its assembly process.

Motherboard Installation Essentials

Covers motherboard installation, necessary tools, and guides on locating mounting holes.

Memory Installation and Configuration

Details motherboard memory support, including capacity, speeds, and specific DDR5 configurations.

DIMM Insertion and Removal Procedures

Details the correct procedures for inserting and removing DIMMs into the memory slots.

Connectors, Headers, and LEDs Overview

Details rear I/O, USB, front panels, LEDs, power, fans, BMC, NC-SI, Chassis Intrusion, M.2, MCIO, and SATA connectors.

Jumper Settings and Functionality

Explains how jumpers function and provides a step-by-step procedure for clearing CMOS settings.

Chapter 3: Troubleshooting Procedures

General Troubleshooting Steps

Provides general procedures for troubleshooting system issues, including pre-power on checks and no power scenarios.

Troubleshooting Common System Issues

Addresses troubleshooting steps for common issues like no video output, system boot failures, and memory errors.

System Instability Diagnosis and Resolution

Guides users on identifying causes of system instability during or after OS installation.

Technical Support and BIOS Update Guidance

Provides procedures for contacting technical support and information on downloading BIOS updates.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Answers common questions regarding motherboard memory support and the process for updating the system BIOS.

Battery Handling: Removal, Disposal, and Installation

Details the correct procedures for removing, disposing of, and installing the onboard system battery.

Chapter 4: UEFI BIOS Configuration

UEFI BIOS Setup Utility Introduction

Introduces the UEFI BIOS setup utility, its storage, upgrade methods, and how to access it.

Main BIOS Setup Screen and Information

Details the main BIOS setup screen, displaying system information and allowing configuration of date, time, and versions.

Advanced Setup Configurations - Boot Features

Configures boot behavior, including POST messages vs. logo display and Option ROM display modes.

Advanced Setup Configurations - System Control

Covers settings for NumLock state, error handling, boot retry, and power management functions like Watch Dog timer.

CPU Configuration - Power Management Features

Displays CPU information and configures advanced power management settings for performance and energy efficiency.

CPU Configuration - Performance Tuning Options

Configures optimized power modes and CPU performance tuning features like SpeedStep and Turbo Mode.

CPU Configuration - Power States and Prefetching

Manages hardware power states, frequency prioritization, and CPU C-state configurations for power saving.

CPU Configuration - Advanced Security Features

Configures advanced CPU features including prefetchers, virtualization, SMX, PPIN, AES-NI, and address limitations.

CPU Configuration - Memory Encryption and TDX

Manages memory encryption features like TME, TME-MT, and TDX for enhanced data security.

CPU Configuration - Software Guard Extensions (SGX)

Configures Intel Software Guard Extensions (SGX) for application security and enclave management.

Chipset Configuration - North Bridge and Memory

Allows configuration of North Bridge settings and displays uncore information like CPU count and UPI link speed.

Chipset Configuration - UPI Link and Cache Settings

Configures UPI link behavior, cache prefetching, IO directory cache, and Sub NUMA Clustering (SNC).

Memory Configuration - ADR and Error Handling

Configures memory refresh (ADR), mirroring for security, page policy, and RAS settings.

IIO Configuration - PCIe and VMD Settings

Configures PCIe port bifurcation settings and link speeds for various IIO ports.

IIO Configuration - Advanced PCIe and CXL

Manages advanced PCIe features, CXL security, and Enhanced Downstream Port Containment (eDPC) settings.

South Bridge and USB Configuration

Configures USB support, port emulation, PCIe clocking, and displays Server ME information.

PCH SATA Controller and Port Settings

Enables/disables SATA controllers, selects SATA mode (AHCI/RAID), and configures link power management and SGPIO.

Serial Port and Console Redirection

Configures Serial Port 1 and Serial Port 2, including I/O addresses, IRQ assignments, and SOL support.

Network Configuration Options

Configures network boot options like PXE/HTTP, media detection, and MAC address settings.

Event Logs and BMC Configuration

Configures SMBIOS event logging, including enabling/disabling, erasing settings, and behavior when the log is full.

Security Settings - Passwords and Erase

Enables security device support and manages administrator and user passwords for system access.

Secure Boot Configuration Management

Configures Secure Boot settings, modes (Standard/Custom), CSM support, and audit mode workflow.

Boot Mode Selection and Priority

Selects the system's boot mode (Legacy, UEFI, Dual) and prioritizes boot devices.

Save & Exit BIOS Settings

Provides options to save changes, discard changes, reset to defaults, and exit the BIOS setup utility.

Appendices

Appendix A: BIOS POST Codes Reference

Provides references to online documentation for AMI BIOS checkpoint codes and update information.

Appendix B: Software Installation Guide

Guides through installing the Operating System (OS), configuring RAID, and installing drivers.

Appendix C: Standardized Warning Statements

Provides industry standard warnings regarding battery handling, including risks of explosion and proper replacement/disposal.

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