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Supermicro X13SRA-TF User Manual

Supermicro X13SRA-TF
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USER'S MANUAL
Revision 1.0
X13SRA-TF

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Supermicro X13SRA-TF Specifications

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BrandSupermicro
ModelX13SRA-TF
CategoryServer
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Preface

About This Motherboard

Details the X13SRA-TF motherboard's specifications and intended use for high-performance computing.

Conventions Used in the Manual

Explains symbols and formatting conventions used throughout the manual for clarity and safety.

Chapter 1 Introduction

Motherboard Features

Outlines key hardware features including CPU, memory, expansion slots, network, audio, BMC, graphics, and I/O.

System Health Monitoring

Explains onboard voltage and fan status monitoring for system health and environmental temperature control.

Power Supply and Serial Port

Details power supply requirements and the functionality of the onboard serial port.

Chapter 2 Installation

Static-Sensitive Devices and Precautions

Provides essential precautions for handling static-sensitive components to prevent damage during installation.

Processor and Heatsink Installation

Guides through the process of installing the CPU, processor carrier, and heatsink module onto the motherboard.

Motherboard Installation

Details the steps and tools required for physically mounting the motherboard into a computer chassis.

Memory Installation

Covers DDR5 memory support, population tables, and the procedure for installing and removing DIMM modules.

M.2 Installation

Explains the installation process for M.2 devices, including optional heatsink mounting.

Rear I/O Ports and Connectors

Identifies and describes all rear I/O ports, USB headers, LAN ports, audio, COM, VGA, and various motherboard connectors.

Jumpers and Switches

Explains the function and settings for various motherboard jumpers and switches for system configuration.

LEDs and Buttons

Describes the status and function of various LEDs (LAN, Power, M.2, Status Code) and control panel buttons.

Chapter 3 Troubleshooting

Troubleshooting Procedures

Provides systematic steps for diagnosing and resolving common system issues like no power, no video, boot failure, and memory errors.

System Instability and Configuration Loss

Addresses issues related to system instability and the loss of BIOS setup configuration due to power or battery problems.

Battery Removal and Installation

Details the safe procedures for removing and installing the onboard CMOS battery for system maintenance.

Chapter 4 UEFI BIOS

Introduction and Setup Utility Access

Introduces the UEFI BIOS setup utility and explains how to access it during system boot.

Main BIOS Setup

Describes the main BIOS screen, system date/time, BIOS version, build date, and memory information display.

Advanced Setup Configurations

Covers essential BIOS settings for boot features, power configuration, CPU, chipset, security, and boot options.

CPU Configuration

Details various CPU settings including voltage, power states, frequency, cache, and performance tuning options.

SATA and RST Configuration

Explains how to configure SATA controllers, RAID modes, VROC, and manage storage devices.

Security Settings

Covers system security features such as administrator/user passwords, Secure Boot, TPM, and HDD security.

Boot Options

Describes how to manage boot priorities, add new boot options, and delete existing ones.

Save & Exit BIOS

Explains how to save changes, restore defaults, and exit the BIOS setup utility.

Appendix B Software

Windows OS Installation

Guides users through the process of installing the Windows operating system, including driver loading.

Driver Installation

Guides users on how to download and install necessary drivers and utilities from the Supermicro website.

System Monitoring Utilities

Introduces SuperDoctor 5, IPMI, and BMC for system monitoring, management, and alerts.

Appendix D UEFI BIOS Recovery

UEFI BIOS Recovery Procedures

Details the process for recovering the UEFI BIOS image using a USB device to restore system functionality.

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