SUPERMICR X11SSI-LN4F Motherboards User Manual

: June 16, 2024
: SUPERMICR

Table of Contents

X11SSI-LN4F Motherboards
Specifications:
About this Manual:
About this Motherboard:
Conventions Used in the Manual:
Contact Information:
Product Usage Instructions:
Installation:
Configuration:
Usage:

X11SSI-LN4F Motherboards

Specifications:

Model: X11SSA-F/X11SSi-LN4F
Manual Revision: 1.1a
Release Date: October 31, 2018

About this Manual:

This manual is intended for system integrators, IT technicians,
and knowledgeable end users. It provides installation and usage
information for the X11SSA-F/X11SSi-LN4F motherboard.

About this Motherboard:

The X11SSA-F/X11SSi-LN4F motherboard is a product of Super Micro
Computer, Inc. It is designed for use in various systems and offers
advanced features and functionalities.

Conventions Used in the Manual:

The manual uses the following symbols to convey important
information:

Warning! – Indicates important information to
prevent equipment/property damage or personal injury.
Important: – Provides information to ensure
proper system installation or relay safety precautions.
Note: – Gives additional information to
differentiate various models or provides information for correct
system setup.

Contact Information:

If you have any questions or need assistance regarding the
X11SSA-F/X11SSi-LN4F motherboard, you can contact Super Micro
Computer, Inc. using the following details:

Headquarters Address: [Insert Address]
Tel: [Insert Phone Number]
Fax: [Insert Fax Number]
Email: [Insert Email Address]
Website: https://www.supermicro.com

Product Usage Instructions:

Installation:

Ensure that the system is powered off and disconnected from the
power source.
Open the computer case and locate the motherboard slot.
Align the X11SSA-F/X11SSi-LN4F motherboard with the slot and
gently insert it, making sure it is securely seated.
Connect the necessary power cables and data cables to the
motherboard components (e.g., CPU, RAM, storage devices).
Close the computer case and reconnect it to the power
source.

Configuration:

Power on the system and enter the BIOS setup by pressing the
designated key during startup (usually Del or F2).
Configure the necessary settings such as boot order, system
time, and hardware options according to your requirements.
Save the changes and exit the BIOS setup.

Usage:

Once the X11SSA-F/X11SSi-LN4F motherboard is installed and
configured, you can use it for various purposes such as:

Running operating systems
Running applications and software
Connecting peripheral devices
Networking
And more

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ):

1.  **Q: Can I install multiple X11SSA-F/X11SSi-LN4F

motherboards in the same system?**

A: No, the system only supports one X11SSA-F/X11SSi-LN4F
motherboard at a time.

1.  **Q: How do I update the BIOS of the X11SSA-F/X11SSi-LN4F

motherboard?**

A: To update the BIOS, visit the Super Micro Computer, Inc.
website and download the latest BIOS version for your motherboard
model. Follow the provided instructions to perform the update.

1.  **Q: What are the supported operating systems for the

X11SSA-F/X11SSi-LN4F motherboard?**

A: The X11SSA-F/X11SSi-LN4F motherboard supports various
operating systems, including Windows, Linux, and Unix. Refer to the
product documentation or Super Micro Computer, Inc. website for a
complete list of supported operating systems.

X11SSA-F X11SSi-LN4F
USER MANUAL
Revision 1.1a

The information in this User’s Manual has been carefully reviewed and is believed to be accurate. The vendor assumes no responsibility for any inaccuracies that may be contained in this document, and makes no commitment to update or to keep current the information in this manual, or to notify any person or organization of the updates. Please Note: For the most up-to-date version of this manual, please see our website at www.supermicro.com.
Super Micro Computer, Inc. (“Supermicro”) reserves the right to make changes to the product described in this manual at any time and without notice. This product, including software and documentation, is the property of Supermicro and/ or its licensors, and is supplied only under a license. Any use or reproduction of this product is not allowed, except as expressly permitted by the terms of said license.
IN NO EVENT WILL Super Micro Computer, Inc. BE LIABLE FOR DIRECT, INDIRECT, SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL, SPECULATIVE OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES ARISING FROM THE USE OR INABILITY TO USE THIS PRODUCT OR DOCUMENTATION, EVEN IF ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES. IN PARTICULAR, SUPER MICRO COMPUTER, INC. SHALL NOT HAVE LIABILITY FOR ANY HARDWARE, SOFTWARE, OR DATA STORED OR USED WITH THE PRODUCT, INCLUDING THE COSTS OF REPAIRING, REPLACING, INTEGRATING, INSTALLING OR RECOVERING SUCH HARDWARE, SOFTWARE, OR DATA.
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FCC Statement: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the manufacturer’s instruction manual, may cause harmful interference with radio communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference, in which case you will be required to correct the interference at your own expense.
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WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals including
! lead, known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth
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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. Accordingly, Supermicro disclaims any and all liability, and should buyer use or sell such products for use in such ultra-hazardous applications, it does so entirely at its own risk. Furthermore, buyer agrees to fully indemnify, defend and hold Supermicro harmless for and against any and all claims, demands, actions, litigation, and proceedings of any kind arising out of or related to such ultra-hazardous use or sale.
Manual Revision 1.1a
Release Date: October 31, 2018
Unless you request and receive written permission from Super Micro Computer, Inc., you may not copy any part of this document. Information in this document is subject to change without notice. Other products and companies referred to herein are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies or mark holders.
Copyright © 2018 by Super Micro Computer, Inc. All rights reserved. Printed in the United States of America

Preface
Preface
About This Manual
This manual is written for system integrators, IT technicians and knowledgeable end users. It provides information for the installation and use of the X11SSA-F/X11SSi-LN4F motherboard.
About This Motherboard
The Super X11SSA-F/X11SSi-LN4F motherboard supports an Intel® Xeon E3-1200 v6/v5, 7th/6th Gen Core i3, Pentium, and Celeron series processor in an LGA 1151 (H4) socket. With support of the Intel C236 chipset, DDR4 2133 memory, SATA 3.0/SuperDOM, NVMe SSDs (via PCI-E AOCs), M.2 NGFF, and Trusted Platform Module (TPM), this motherboard offers a cost- effective, long-life-cycled legacy PCI-32 AOC (Add-on-card) support*, and is ideal for embedded solutions or network deployment*. Please note that this motherboard is intended to be installed and serviced by professional technicians only. For processor/memory updates, please refer to our website at http://www.supermicro.com/products/. Legacy PCI-32 support is for the X11SSA-F. ** Network platform is optimized for the X11SSi-LN4F.
Conventions Used in the Manual
Special attention should be given to the following symbols for proper installation and to prevent damage done to the components or injury to yourself:
Warning! Indicates important information given to prevent equipment/property damage or personal injury.
Warning! Indicates high voltage may be encountered when performing a procedure.
Important: Important information given to ensure proper system installation or to relay safety precautions.
Note: Additional Information given to differentiate various models or provides information for correct system setup.
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Contacting Supermicro

Headquarters Address:
Tel: Fax: Email:
Website:

Super Micro Computer, Inc. 980 Rock Ave. San Jose, CA 95131 U.S.A. +1 408-503-8000 +1 408-503-8008 marketing@supermicro.com (General Information) support@supermicro.com (Technical Support) www.supermicro.com

Europe Address:
Tel: Fax: Email:
Website:

Super Micro Computer B.V. Het Sterrenbeeld 28, 5215 ML ‘s-Hertogenbosch, The Netherlands +31 (0) 73-6400390 +31 (0) 73-6416525 sales@supermicro.nl (General Information) support@supermicro.nl (Technical Support) rma@supermicro.nl (Customer Support) www.supermicro.nl

Asia-Pacific Address:
Tel: Fax: Email: Website:

Super Micro Computer, Inc. 3F, No. 150, Jian 1st Rd. Zhonghe Dist., New Taipei City 235 Taiwan (R.O.C) +886-(2) 8226-3990 +886-(2) 8226-3992 support@supermicro.com.tw www.supermicro.com.tw

Preface
Table of Contents
Chapter 1 Introduction 1.1 Checklist ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………….8
Quick Reference …………………………………………………………………………………………………12 Quick Reference Table…………………………………………………………………………………………13 Motherboard Features………………………………………………………………………………………….15 1.2 Processor and Chipset Overview……………………………………………………………………………19 1.3 Special Features ………………………………………………………………………………………………….19 Recovery from AC Power Loss……………………………………………………………………………..19 1.4 System Health Monitoring ……………………………………………………………………………………..20 Onboard Voltage Monitors ……………………………………………………………………………………20 Fan Status Monitor with Firmware Control ……………………………………………………………..20 Environmental Temperature Control ………………………………………………………………………20 System Resource Alert…………………………………………………………………………………………20 1.5 ACPI Features ……………………………………………………………………………………………………..20 1.6 Power Supply ………………………………………………………………………………………………………21 1.7 Serial Port……………………………………………………………………………………………………………21 Chapter 2 Installation 2.1 Static-Sensitive Devices ………………………………………………………………………………………..22 Precautions ………………………………………………………………………………………………………..22 Unpacking ………………………………………………………………………………………………………….22 2.2 Motherboard Installation ………………………………………………………………………………………..23 Tools Needed ……………………………………………………………………………………………………..23 Location of Mounting Holes ………………………………………………………………………………….23 Installing the Motherboard…………………………………………………………………………………….24 2.3 Processor and Heatsink Installation………………………………………………………………………..25 Installing the LGA1151 Processor………………………………………………………………………….25 Installing an Active CPU Heatsink with Fan ……………………………………………………………28 Removing the Heatsink ………………………………………………………………………………………..30 2.4 Memory Support and Installation ……………………………………………………………………………31 Memory Support………………………………………………………………………………………………….31 DIMM Module Population Configuration …………………………………………………………………31
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DIMM Module Population Sequence ……………………………………………………………………..32 DIMM Installation ………………………………………………………………………………………………..33 DIMM Removal …………………………………………………………………………………………………..33 2.5 Rear I/O Ports ……………………………………………………………………………………………………..34 2.6 Front Control Panel ………………………………………………………………………………………………39 2.7 Connectors ………………………………………………………………………………………………………….44 Power Connections ……………………………………………………………………………………………..44 Headers ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………..46 2.8 Jumper Settings …………………………………………………………………………………………………..55 How Jumpers Work ……………………………………………………………………………………………..55 2.9 LED Indicators ……………………………………………………………………………………………………..61 Chapter 3 Troubleshooting 3.1 Troubleshooting Procedures ………………………………………………………………………………….64 Before Power On ………………………………………………………………………………………………..64 No Power …………………………………………………………………………………………………………..64 No Video ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………65 System Boot Failure ………………………………………………………………………………………….65 Memory Errors ……………………………………………………………………………………………………65 Losing the System’s Setup Configuration ……………………………………………………………….66 When the System Becomes Unstable ……………………………………………………………………66 3.2 Technical Support Procedures ……………………………………………………………………………….68 3.3 Frequently Asked Questions ………………………………………………………………………………….69 3.4 Battery Removal and Installation ……………………………………………………………………………70 Battery Removal………………………………………………………………………………………………….70 Proper Battery Disposal ……………………………………………………………………………………….70 Battery Installation……………………………………………………………………………………………….70 3.5 Returning Merchandise for Service…………………………………………………………………………71 Chapter 4 BIOS 4.1 Introduction ………………………………………………………………………………………………………….72 Starting the Setup Utility ………………………………………………………………………………………72 How To Change the Configuration Data …………………………………………………………………73 4.2 Main Setup ………………………………………………………………………………………………………….73 4.3 Advanced Setup Configurations……………………………………………………………………………..75
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4.4 Event Logs…………………………………………………………………………………………………………100 4.5 IPMI ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….102 4.6 Security……………………………………………………………………………………………………………..104 4.7 Boot Settings ……………………………………………………………………………………………………..106 4.8 Save & Exit………………………………………………………………………………………………………..108 Appendix A BIOS Codes Appendix B Software Installation B.1 Installing Software Programs ………………………………………………………………………………. 111 B.2 SuperDoctor® 5…………………………………………………………………………………………………..112 Appendix C Standardized Warning Statements
Battery Handling………………………………………………………………………………………………..113 Product Disposal ……………………………………………………………………………………………….115 Appendix D UEFI BIOS Recovery Appendix E Dual Boot Block BIOS Boot Block ……………………………………………………………………………………………….120 BIOS Boot Block Corruption Occurrence …………………………………………………………….120
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Chapter 1
Introduction
Congratulations on purchasing your computer motherboard from an industry leader. Supermicro boards are designed to provide you with the highest standards in quality and performance. Several important parts that are included with the motherboard are listed below. If anything listed is damaged or missing, please contact your retailer.

1.1 Checklist
Description Supermicro Motherboard SATA Cables I/O Shield Quick Reference Guide

Main Parts List Part Number
X11SSA-F/X11SSi-LN4F CBL-0044L MCP-260-00042-0N MNL-1777-QRG

Quantity 1 6 1 1

Important Links
For your system to work properly, please follow the links below to download all necessary drivers/utilities and the user’s manual for your server.
· Supermicro product manuals: http://www.supermicro.com/support/manuals/ · Product drivers and utilities: https://www.supermicro.com/wftp/driver/ · Product safety info: http://www.supermicro.com/about/policies/safety_information.cfm · If you have any questions, please contact our support team at: support@supermicro.com
This manual may be periodically updated without notice. Please check the Supermicro website for possible updates to the manual revision level.

Chapter 1: Introduction Figure 1-1. X11SSA-F Motherboard Image
Note: All graphics shown in this manual were based upon the latest PCB revision available at the time of publication of the manual. The motherboard you received may or may not look exactly the same as the graphics shown in this manual.
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JWD1

JI2C2

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Figure 1-3. X11SSA-F/X11SSi-LN4F Motherboard Layout
(not drawn to scale)

X11SSA-F/X11SSi-LN4F
REV:1.02 Designed in the USA

LED1 JUIDB1

VGA JVGA1

LAN4

LAN3

USB6/7

USB0/1

LAN2

LAN1

(3.0)

BMC

LE5

FAN4

IPMI_LAN

JPG1

JPL4

JSTBY1

JPL3 JPL2

JPL1

COM1

COM2

JPWR2

JPWR1 DIMMB2 DIMMB1 DIMMA2 DIMMA1

PCH SLOT7 PCI-E 3.0 X4 (IN X8)

CPU SLOT6 PCI-E 3.0 X8 (IN X16)

SLOT5 PCI 33MHZ (X11SSA-F only)

SLOT4 PCI 33MHZ (X11SSA-F only)

SLOT3 PCI 33MHZ (X11SSA-F only) CPU SLOT2 PCI-E 3.0 X8

SLOT1 PCI 33MHZ (X11SSA-F only)

JI2C1 J1PMB1 MAC CODE MAC CODE

MAC CODE

BIOS LICENSE

USB2/3

CPU

USB4/5

JBT1

JL1

JTPM1 BT1

Intel PCH

2280
2260 JPME2 JPME1 JBR1
2242

I-SATA2

I-SATA7 I-SATA6

I-SATA3 I-SATA4

JSD2

JSD1

J25

USB8/9 (3.0)

22110

FANA

BAR CODE

JCFG1 FAN3

USB10 (3.0)

FAN2

I-SATA5

JF1 JD1

LED4
J28 SP1

JPI2C1

FAN1

I-SPGIO2 I-SPGIO1

Differences between X11SSA-F/X11SSi-LN4F

LAN3/LAN4 Legacy PCI-32 slots (PCI slots 1,3,4, and 5)

X11SSA-F No
Yes

X11SSi-LN4F Yes
No

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Quick Reference

X11SSA-F/X11SSi-LN4F
REV:1.02 Designed in the USA

JWD1

JWD1 JI2C2
JIPMB1

JI2C1

JUIDB1 LED1 VGA

IPMI_LAN LAN1/3 USB0/1 COM1 LAN2/4 USB6/7

LED1 JUIDB1

VGA JVGA1

LAN4

LAN3

USB6/7

USB0/1

LAN2

LAN1

(3.0)

COM1

COM2

BMC

LE5

JPG1

FAN4
FAN4
JPG1
JSTBY1
JSTBY1

IPMI_LAN
JPL4 JPL3 JPL4
JPL3
JPL2 JPL2 JPL1
JPL1

JPWR2

JPWR1

JPWR1 DIMMB2 DIMMB1 DIMMA2 DIMMA1

PCH SLOT7 PCI-E 3.0 X4 (IN X8)

CPU SLOT6 PCI-E 3.0 X8 (IN X16)

SLOT5 PCI 33MHZ (X11SSA-F only)

SLOT4 PCI 33MHZ (X11SSA-F only)

SLOT3 PCI 33MHZ (X11SSA-F only) CPU SLOT2 PCI-E 3.0 X8

SLOT1 PCI 33MHZ (X11SSA-F only)

JI2C1 J1PMB1 MAC CODE
JI2C2

MAC CODE

BIOS LICENSE

USB2/3
USB4/5 JL1

JTPM1
I-SATA6
USB2/3
I-SATA7
USB4/5

JBT1 JPME1
JBT1

JL1

BT1

JPME2

2280
2260 JPME2 JPME1 JBR1
2242

I-SATA2

JTPM1

BT1

Intel PCH

I-SATA7 I-SATA6

I-SATA3 I-SATA4

JJ225 5

JBR1

JSD2

JSD1

JSD2

22110

USB8/9
USB8/9 (3.0)

I-SATA5

FANA

BAR CODE

JCFG1 FAN3

USB10 (3.0)

I-SPGIO2 I-SPGIO1

I-SGPIO1 FANA I-SGPIO2

JCFG1 FAN3 USB10

CPU

JPI2C1

JD1

JF1 JD1

JF1

FAN2
FAN2

FAN1

LED4
J28 SP1

LED4 J28
FAN1

DIMMA1

SP1

DIMMA2 DIMMB2

DIMMB1

Notes:
· See Chapter 2 for detailed information on jumpers, I/O ports, and JF1 front panel con-
nections.
· ” ” indicates the location of pin 1.
· Jumpers/LED indicators not indicated are used for testing only.
· Please refer to the table on page 11 to see model variations.
· Use only the correct type of onboard CMOS battery as specified by the manufacturer. Do
not install the onboard battery upside down to avoid possible explosion.

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Quick Reference Table

Jumper JBR1 JBT1 JI2C1/JI2C2 JPG1 JPL1-JPL4 JPME1 JPME2 JWD1

Description BIOS Recovery Clear CMOS SMB to PCI Slots (X11SSA-F only) VGA Enable LAN1-LAN4 Enable (LAN3/LAN4: for X11SSi-LN4F only) ME Recovery Manufacturing Mode Select Watch Dog Enable

Default Setting Pins 1-2 (Normal) See Chapter 2 Pins 2-3 (Disabled) Pins 1-2 (Enabled) Pins 1-2 (Enabled) Pins 1-2 (Normal) Pins 1-2 (Normal) Pins 1-2 (Reset)

LED LE5 LED1 LED4

Description BMC Heartbeat LED Rear UID LED Onboard Power LED

Status Green: Blinking; BMC Normal Blue: On; Unit Identified Green: Solid On; Power On

Connector BT1 COM1/COM2 FAN1-FAN4, FANA IPMI_LAN I-SATA2-I-SATA7 I-SGPIO 1/2
J25 J28 JCFG1 JD1 JF1 JIPMB1 JL1 JPI2C1 JPWR1 JPWR2 JSD1/JSD2 JSTBY1 JTPM1 JUIDB1 LAN1-LAN4

Description Onboard Battery COM1/COM2 Port Headers System/CPU Fan Headers Dedicated IPMI Gigabit (RJ45) Port SATA 3.0 Connectors via Intel PCH (6Gb/s) Serial Link General Purpose I/O (SGPIO) headers for I-SATA 3.0 connections (I-SGPIO1 for I-SATA0-3, I-SGPIO2 for I-SATA4-7) M.2 Socket 3 (supports 2242, 2260, 2280, 22110 for NVMe and SATA SSD) Front Panel LED jumper for LAN3 and LAN4 (X11SSi-LN4F only) (For internal debugging only) Speaker/Power LED Indicator Front Control Panel Header 4-pin External BMC I2C Header (for an IPMI Card) Chassis Intrusion Header Power I2C System Management Bus (Power SMB) Header 24-pin ATX Main Power Connector (Required) +12V 8-pin CPU Power Connector (Required) SATA Disk On Module (DOM) Power Connectors Standby Power Header Trusted Platform Module (TPM)/Port 80 Connector UID (Unit Identification) Switch Gigabit (RJ45) LAN Ports (LAN3/LAN4: for X11SSi-LN4F only)

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Connector PCI Slot 1, Slots 3-5 PCI (CPU) Slot 2 PCI (CPU) Slot6 PCI (PCH) Slot 7 SP1 USB 0/1 USB 2/3, USB 4/5 USB 6/7 USB 8/9 USB 10 VGA

Description Legacy PCI-32 slots (5V) (for X11SSA-F only) PCI-Express 3.0 x8 Slot PCI-Express 3.0 x8 in x16 Slot PCI-Express 3.0 x4 in x8 Slot Internal Speaker/Buzzer Back Panel USB 2.0 Ports USB 2.0 Headers Back Panel USB 3.0 Ports Front Accessible USB 3.0 Header USB 3.0 Type-A Header Back Panel VGA Port

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Motherboard Features

CPU · Intel® Xeon® E3-1200 v6/v5, 7th/6th Gen CoreTM i3, Pentium, and Celeron series processor in an LGA1151 (H4) socket
with 80W max TDP.
Memory · Four (4) 288-pin DIMM slots support up to 64GB of SDRAM 72-bit DDR4 unbuffered ECC 2400/2133/1866/1600/1333MHz
memory.
DIMM Size

· 16GB, 8GB, and 4GB, up to 64GB at 1.2V

Note 1: Memory speed support depends on the processors used in the system.
Note 2: For the latest CPU/memory updates, please refer to our website at http://www.supermicro.com/products/ motherboard.
Chipset

· Intel® PCH C236

Expansion Slots
· One (1) PCI Express 3.0 x8 (CPU Slot 2). · One (1) PCI Express 3.0 x8 in x16 slot (CPU Slot 6), · One (1) PCI Express 3.0 x4 in x8 slot (PCH Slot 7) · Four (4) legacy PCI-32 slots (5V) (X11SSA-F only) · One (1) M.2 NGFF connector [supports PCIe 3.0 x4 (32 Gb/s) and SATA3 (6 Gb/s) M.2 cards] Network
· Intel i210 AT Gigabit Ethernet controller for LAN1/LAN2 · Intel i210 AT Gigabit Ethernet controller for LAN3/LAN4 (X11SSi-LN4F)
Baseboard Management Controller (BMC)
· ASpeed 2400 Baseboard Management Controller (BMC) supports IPMI 2.0 · One (1) dedicated IPMI LAN located on the rear IO back panel
Graphics

· Graphics controller via ASpeed AST BMC

I/O Devices · Serial (COM) Port
· SATA 3.0
· RAID (PCH)

· One (1) front accessible serial port header (COM2) · One (1) serial port on the rear I/O panel (COM1) · Six (6) SATA 3.0 ports (I-SATA 2-7) · Two (2) SuperDOM connectors (I-SATA 6 and I-SATA 7) · RAID 0, 1, 5, and 10

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Motherboard Features Peripheral Devices
· Two (2) USB 2.0 ports on the rear I/O panel (USB 0/1) · Two (2) USB 2.0 headers (USB 2/3, USB 4/5) · Two (2) USB 3.0 ports on the rear I/O panel (USB 6/7) · One (1) USB 3.0 front accessible header (USB 8/9) · One (1) Type-A USB 3.0 header (USB 10) BIOS · 128Mb AMI BIOS® SPI Flash BIOS · Dual boot block, Riser Card auto-detection, Plug and Play (PnP, DMI 3.0, PCI 3.0, ACPI 3.0+, USB Keyboard, SMBIOS
2.7+, and BIOS rescue hot-key.)
Power Management · ACPI Power Management · Keyboard Wakeup from Soft-Off · CPU Fan auto-off in sleep mode · Main Switch Override Mechanism · Wake-On-LAN (WOL) · Power-on mode for AC power recovery · Server Platform Service
System Health Monitoring · Onboard voltage monitoring for CPU Cores, +3.3V, +5V, +12V, +5V Stdby, VBAT, Memory, and PCH temperature · CPU 3-phase switching voltage regulator · CPU/system overheat control · CPU thermal trip support · Thermal Monitor 2 (TM2) support
Fan Control · Fan status monitoring with firmware 4-pin fan speed control via IPMI interface · Fan speed control
System Management · PECI (Platform Environment Configuration Interface) 2.0 support · Intel® Node Manager · IPMI View · SuperDoctor® 5, Watch Dog, NMI · Chassis Intrusion header and detection
Note: The table above is continued on the next page.
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Motherboard Features LED Indicators
· Power/suspend-state indicator LED · UID/Remote UID LED · BMC Heartbeat LED · Fan failed LED · HDD activity LED · CPU/system overheat LED · LAN activity LED Other · RoHS Dimensions · ATX form factor (12″ x 9.6″) (304.8 mm x 243.84 mm)
Note 1: The CPU maximum thermal design power (TDP) is subject to chassis and heatsink cooling restrictions. For proper thermal management, please check the chassis and heatsink specifications for proper CPU TDP sizing. Note 2: For IPMI configuration instructions, please refer to the Embedded IPMI Configuration User’s Guide available at http://www.supermicro.com/support/manuals/.
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Figure 1-4. System Block Diagram

PCIe x8 in x16 SLOT

PCIe3.0_x8 8.0Gb/s

PCIe x8 SLOT

PCIe3.0_x8 8.0Gb/s

IMVP8

SVID

IMVP8

LGA1151 (Socket-H4)
x4 DMI 8GT/s

DDR4 (CHA) 2133/1866/1600MHz
DDR4 (CHB) 2133/1866/1600MHz

DIMMA1 DIMMA2
DIMMB1 DIMMB2

2 X SATA-III DOM 4 X SATA-III
M.2 (PCIe3.0_x4 or SATA-III) 2 X USB 3.0 Rear 2 X USB 3.0 Front 1 X USB A-type 2 X USB 2.0 Rear 4 X USB 2.0 Front

SATA-III 6Gb/s
SATA-III 6Gb/s SATA-III 6Gb/s PCIe3.0_x4 8.0Gb/s USB3.0 5Gbps
USB3.0 5Gbps
USB3.0 5Gbps
USB2.0 480Mbps
USB2.0 480Mbps

Port [19-20] Port [15-18]

Port [5] Port [6]

Port [9-12]

C236 PCH

USB3[1/2] USB2[1/2]

USB3[3/4] USB2[3/4]

USB3[5] USB2[5]

Port [7] Port [8] Port [1-4] Port [7]

PCIe3.0_x1 8.0Gb/s
PCIe3.0_x1 8.0Gb/s PCIe3.0_x1 8.0Gb/s PCIe3.0_x1 8.0Gb/s PCIe3.0_x4 8.0Gb/s
PCIe3.0_x2 8.0Gb/s

GLAN1 I210
GLAN2 I210
GLAN3 LN4F I210
GLAN4 LN4F I210

RJ45 RJ45 RJ45 RJ45

PCIe x4 in x8 SLOT

PCI-e to PCI Bridge SSA

PCI SLOT 1/3/4/5

USB2[7/8]

USB2[9/10/11/12]

Port [14] SPI FLASH SPI 128Mb

PCIe3.0_x1 8.0Gb/s

AST2400

LPC TPM1.2 Header

RJ45 VGA COM1/2 Header

Note: This is a general block diagram and may not exactly represent the features on your motherboard. See the previous pages for the actual specifications of your motherboard.
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1.2 Processor and Chipset Overview
Built upon the functionality and capability of the Intel E3-1200 v6/v5 series processors (Socket LGA 1151) and the Intel C236 PCH, the X11SSA-F/X11SSi-LN4F motherboard offers maximum I/O expandability, energy efficiency, and data reliability in a 14-nm process architecture, and is optimized for embedded storage solutions, networking applications, or cloud-computing platforms.
The Intel E3-1200 v6/v5 and PCH C236 platform supports the following features:
· ACPI Power Management Logic Support, Rev. 4.0a · Intel® Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 Power Monitoring/Power Control, Turbo Time Parameter
(TAU), and Platform Power Control
· Configurable TDP (cTDP) and Lower-Power Mode · Adaptive Thermal Management/Monitoring · PCI-E 3.0, SATA 3.0 w/transfer rates of up to 6 Gb/s, xHCI USB w/SuperSpeed 3.0 · System Management Bus (SMBus) Specification, Version 2.0 · Integrated Sensor Hub (ISH) · Intel Trusted Execution Technology (Intel TXT) · Intel Rapid Storage Technology · Intel Virtualization Technology for Directed I/O (Intel VT-d)
1.3 Special Features
This section describes the health monitoring features of the X11SSA-F/X11SSi- LN4F motherboard. The motherboard has an onboard System Hardware Monitor chip that supports system health monitoring.
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.
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1.4 System Health Monitoring
The motherboard has an onboard Baseboard Management Controller (BMC) chip that supports system health monitoring.
Onboard Voltage Monitors
An onboard voltage monitor will scan the voltages of onboard chipset, memory, CPU, and battery continuously. Once a voltage becomes unstable, a warning is given or an error message is sent to the screen. The user can adjust the voltage thresholds to define the sensitivity of the voltage monitor.
Fan Status Monitor with Firmware Control
The system health monitor embedded in the BMC chip can check the RPM status of the cooling fans. The CPU and chassis fans are controlled via lPMI.
Environmental Temperature Control
System health sensors monitor temperatures and voltage settings of onboard processors and the system in real time via the IPMI interface. Whenever the temperature of the CPU or the system exceeds a user-defined threshold, system/CPU cooling fans will be turned on to prevent the CPU or the system from overheating
Note: To avoid possible system overheating, please be sure to provide adequate airflow to your system.
System Resource Alert
This feature is available when used with SuperDoctor 5® in the Windows OS or in the Linux environment. SuperDoctor is used to notify the user of certain system events. For example, you can configure SuperDoctor to provide you with warnings when the system temperature, CPU temperatures, voltages and fan speeds go beyond a predefined range.
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 computer 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. In addition to enabling operating system-directed power management, ACPI also provides a generic system event mechanism for Plug and Play, and an operating system-independent
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interface for configuration control. ACPI leverages the Plug and Play BIOS data structures, while providing a processor architecture-independent implementation that is compatible with Windows 7, Windows 8, and Windows 2012 Operating Systems.
1.6 Power Supply
As with all computer products, a stable power source is necessary for proper and reliable operation. It is even more important for processors that have high CPU clock rates. The X11SSA-F/X11SSi-LN4F motherboard accommodates 24-pin ATX power supplies. Although most power supplies generally meet the specifications required by the CPU, some are inadequate. In addition, one 12V 8-pin power connection is also required to ensure adequate power supply to the system.
Warning! To avoid damaging the power supply or the motherboard, be sure to use a power supply that contains a 24-pin power connector and an 8-pin power connector. Be sure to connect the power supplies to the 24-pin power connector (JPWR1), and the 8-pin power connector (JPWR2) on the motherboard. Failure to do so may void the manufacturer warranty on your power supply and motherboard. It is strongly recommended that you use a high quality power supply that meets ATX power supply Specification 2.02 or above. It must also be SSI compliant. (For more information, please refer to the website at http://www.ssiforum.org/). Additionally, in areas where noisy power transmission is present, you may choose to install a line filter to shield the computer from noise. It is recommended that you also install a power surge protector to help avoid problems caused by power surges.
1.7 Serial Port
The X11SSA-F/X11SSi-LN4F motherboard supports two serial communication connections. COM Ports 1 and 2 can be used for input/output. The UART provides legacy speeds with a 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 high-speed serial communication devices.
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Chapter 2 Installation
2.1 Static-Sensitive Devices
Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) can damage electronic components. To avoid damaging 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. · Handle the motherboard by its edges only; do not touch its components, peripheral chips,
memory modules or gold contacts.
· When handling chips or modules, avoid touching their pins. · Put the motherboard and peripherals back into their antistatic bags when not in use. · For grounding purposes, make sure your computer chassis provides excellent conductivity
between the power supply, the case, the mounting fasteners and the motherboard.
· Use only the correct type of onboard CMOS battery. Do not install the onboard battery
upside down to avoid possible explosion.
Unpacking
The motherboard is shipped in antistatic packaging to avoid static damage. When unpacking the motherboard, make sure that the person handling it is static protected.
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2.2 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 the motherboard and the 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. Then use a screwdriver to secure the motherboard onto the motherboard tray.

JI2C2

JWD1

Philips Screwdriver
(1)
Tools Needed
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Philips Screws (7)

Standoffs (7) Only if Needed

COM2

LED1 JUIDB1

VGA JVGA1

LAN4

LAN3

USB6/7

USB0/1

LAN2

LAN1

(3.0)

BMC

LE5

FAN4

IPMI_LAN

JPG1

JPL4

JSTBY1

JPL3 JPL2

JPL1

COM1

JPWR2

JPWR1 DIMMB2 DIMMB1 DIMMA2 DIMMA1

PCH SLOT7 PCI-E 3.0 X4 (IN X8)

CPU SLOT6 PCI-E 3.0 X8 (IN X16)

SLOT5 PCI 33MHZ (X11SSA-F only)

SLOT4 PCI 33MHZ (X11SSA-F only)

SLOT3 PCI 33MHZ (X11SSA-F only) CPU SLOT2 PCI-E 3.0 X8

SLOT1 PCI 33MHZ (X11SSA-F only)

JI2C1 J1PMB1 MAC CODE MAC CODE

MAC CODE

BIOS LICENSE

I-SATA5

I-SATA3 I-SATA4

I-SATA2

USB2/3 USB4/5 JL1
JTPM1
J25

I-SATA7 I-SATA6

CPU JBT1

2280
2260 JPME2 JPME1 JBR1
2242

BT1

Intel PCH

JSD2

JSD1

USB8/9 (3.0)

22110

FANA

BAR CODE

JCFG1 FAN3

USB10 (3.0)

FAN2

JF1 JD1

LED4
J28 SP1

JPI2C1

FAN1

I-SPGIO2 I-SPGIO1

Location of Mounting Holes
Note: 1) To avoid damaging the motherboard and its components, please do not use a force greater than 8 lb/inch on each mounting screw during motherboard installation. 2) Some components are very close to the mounting holes. Please take precautionary measures to avoid damaging these components when installing the motherboard to the chassis.
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Installing the Motherboard
1. Install the I/O shield into the back of the chassis.
2. Locate the mounting holes on the motherboard. See the previous page for the location.
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 other motherboard
components. 6. Using the Phillips screwdriver, insert a Phillips head #6 screw into a mounting hole on
the motherboard and its matching mounting hole on the chassis. 7. Repeat Step 5 to insert #6 screws into all mounting holes. 8. Make sure that the motherboard is securely placed in the chassis.
Note: Images displayed are for illustration only. Your chassis or components might look different from those shown in this manual.
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2.3 Processor and Heatsink Installation
Warning: When handling the processor package, avoid placing direct pressure on the label area of the fan.
Important:
· 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 multi-directional
heatsink only.
· Make sure to install the motherboard into the chassis before you install the CPU heatsink. · When receiving a motherboard without a processor pre- installed, make sure that the plastic
CPU socket cap is in place and none of the socket pins are bent; otherwise, contact your retailer immediately.
· Refer to the Supermicro website for updates on CPU support.
Installing the LGA1151 Processor
1. Press the load lever to release the load plate, which covers the CPU socket, from its locking position.
Load Plate
Load Lever
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X11SSA-F/X11SSi-LN4F User Manual 2. Gently lift the load lever to open the load plate. Remove the plastic cap.
3. Use your thumb and your index finger to hold the CPU at the North center edge and the South center edge of the CPU.
North Center Edge South Center Edge
4. Align the CPU key that is the semi-circle cutouts against the socket keys. Once it is 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.
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5. Do not rub the CPU against the surface or against any pins of the socket to avoid damaging the CPU or the socket.

6. With the CPU inside the socket, inspect the four corners of the CPU to make sure that the CPU is properly installed.
7. Use your thumb to gently push the load lever down to the lever lock.

CPU properly installed

Load lever locked into place

Note: You can only install the CPU inside the socket in one direction. Make sure that it is properly inserted into the CPU socket before closing the load plate. If it doesn’t close properly, do not force it as it may damage your CPU. Instead, open the load plate again and double-check that the CPU is aligned properly.
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Installing an Active CPU Heatsink with Fan
1. Locate the CPU fan power connector on the motherboard. (Refer to the layout on the right for the CPU fan location.)
2. Position the heatsink so that the heatsink fan wires are closest to the CPU fan power connector and are not interfering with other components.
3. Inspect the CPU fan wires to make sure that the wires are routed through the bottom of the heatsink.
4. Remove the thin layer of protective film from the heatsink.
Important: CPU overheating may occur if the protective film is not removed from the heatsink.
5. Apply the proper amount of thermal grease on the CPU.
Note: If your heatsink came with a thermal pad, please ignore this step.
6. If necessary, rearrange the wires to make sure that the wires are not pinched between the heatsink and the CPU. Also make sure to keep clearance between the fan wires and the fins of the heatsink.

Thermal Grease
Heatsink Fins
Recommended Supermicro heatsink:
SNK-P0046A4 or SNK-P0051AP4 active heatsink
(2U+ or 4U chassis)

7. Align the four heatsink fasteners with the mounting holes on the motherboard. Gently push the pairs of diagonal fasteners (#1 & #2, and #3 &

4) into the mounting holes until you hear a click. Also, make sure to orient

each fastener so that the narrow end of the groove is pointing outward.
8. Repeat step 7 to insert all four heatsink fasteners into the mounting holes.
9. Once all four fasteners are securely inserted into the mounting holes, and the heatsink is properly installed on the motherboard, connect the heatsink fan wires to the CPU fan connector.

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Removing the Heatsink
Note: We do not recommend that the CPU or the heatsink be removed. However, if you do need to uninstall the heatsink, please follow the instructions below to uninstall the heatsink to prevent damage done to the CPU or the CPU socket.
Active Heatsink Removal 1. Unplug the power cord from the power
supply.
2. Disconnect the heatsink fan wires from the CPU fan header.
3. Use your fingertips to gently press on the fastener cap and turn it counterclockwise to make a 1/4 (900) turn, and pull the fastener upward to loosen it.
4. Repeat step 3 to loosen all fasteners from the mounting holes.
5. With all fasteners loosened, remove the heatsink from the CPU.

Unplug the PWR cord
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2.4 Memory Support and Installation
Note: Check the Supermicro website for recommended memory modules.
Important: Exercise extreme care when installing or removing DIMM modules to prevent any possible damage.
Memory Support
The X11SSA-F/X11SSi-LN4F motherboard supports up to 64GB of unbuffered (UDIMM) DDR4 ECC 2400/2133/1866/1600/1333MHz memory in four memory slots. Populating these DIMM slots with memory modules of the same type and size will result in interleaved memory, which will improve memory performance.

DIMM Module Population Configuration
For optimal memory performance, follow the tables below when populating memory.

Processors and their Corresponding Memory Modules

CPU#

Corresponding DIMM Modules

CPU

DIMMA1

DIMMA2

DIMMB1

DIMMB2

Number of DIMMs 2 DIMMs 4 DIMMs

Memory Module Population for Optimal Performance
Memory Population Configuration Table (For memory to work properly, please follow the instructions below.) DIMMB2/DIMMA2 DIMMB2/DIMMA2, DIMMB1/DIMMA1

DIMM Slots per Channel

DIMM Type

Unbuffered DDR4 ECC

Memory Module Population

POR Speeds (MHz)

Ranks per DIMM

Layer Count FW Base

2400, 2133,

1866, 1600, SR, DR

1333

SPS

Supported Voltage 1.2V1

Memory Module Population

Max Memory Possible

4GB DRAM Technology

8GB DRAM Technology

Single Rank UDIMM

16GB (4x 4GB DIMMs)

32GB (4x 8GB DIMMs)

Dual Rank UDIMMs

32GB

64GB

(4x 8GB DIMMs) (4x 16GB DIMMs)

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DIMM Module Population Sequence
When installing memory modules, the DIMM slots should be populated in the following order: DIMMB2, DIMMA2, DIMMB1, DIMMA1.
· Always use DDR4 DIMM modules of the same type, size and speed.
· Mixed DIMM speeds can be installed. However, all DIMMs will run at the speed of the
slowest DIMM.
· The motherboard will support odd-numbered modules (1 or 3 modules installed). However,
for best memory performance, install DIMM modules in pairs to activate memory interleaving.

DIMMA1 DIMMA2 (Blue Slot)

Towards the CPU

DIMMB1 DIMMB2 (Blue Slot)

Towards the edge of the motherboard

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LED1 JUIDB1

VGA JVGA1

LAN4

LAN3

USB6/7

USB0/1

LAN2

LAN1

(3.0)

BMC

LE5

FAN4

IPMI_LAN

JPG1

JPL4

JSTBY1

JPL3 JPL2

JPL1

COM1

JPWR2

JPWR1 DIMMB2 DIMMB1 DIMMA2 DIMMA1

PCH SLOT7 PCI-E 3.0 X4 (IN X8)

CPU SLOT6 PCI-E 3.0 X8 (IN X16)

SLOT5 PCI 33MHZ (X11SSA-F only)

SLOT4 PCI 33MHZ (X11SSA-F only)

SLOT3 PCI 33MHZ (X11SSA-F only) CPU SLOT2 PCI-E 3.0 X8

SLOT1 PCI 33MHZ (X11SSA-F only)

JI2C1 J1PMB1 MAC CODE MAC CODE

MAC CODE

BIOS LICENSE

I-SATA5

I-SATA3 I-SATA4

I-SATA2

USB2/3 USB4/5 JL1
JTPM1
J25

I-SPGIO2 I-SPGIO1

I-SATA7 I-SATA6

JBT1

2280
2260 JPME2 JPME1 JBR1
2242

BT1

Intel PCH

JSD2

JSD1

USB8/9 (3.0)

22110

FANA

BAR CODE

JCFG1 FAN3

USB10 (3.0)

CPU

JPI2C1

JF1 JD1

FAN2

LED4
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FAN1

DIMMA1

DIMMB2

DIMMA2 DIMMB1

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FAN1

DIMM Installation
1. Insert the desired number of DIMMs into the memory slots, starting with DIMMB2 (Channel B, Slot 2, blue slot). For best performance, please use the memory modules of the same type and speed in the same bank.
2. Push the release tabs outwards on both ends of the DIMM slot to unlock it.
3. Align the key of the DIMM module with the receptive point on the memory slot.
4. Align the notches on both ends of the module against the receptive points on the ends of the slot.
5. Use two thumbs together to press the notches on both ends of the module straight down into the slot until the module snaps into place.
6. Press the release tabs to the lock positions to secure the DIMM module into the slot.
DIMM Removal
Press both release tabs on the ends of the DIMM module to unlock it. Once the DIMM module is loosened, remove it from the memory slot.

JI2C1 J1PMB1 MAC CODE JI2C2

JWD1

COM2

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LED1 JUIDB1

VGA JVGA1

LAN4

LAN3

USB6/7

USB0/1

LAN2

LAN1

(3.0)

BMC

LE5

FAN4

IPMI_LAN

JPG1

JPL4

JSTBY1

JPL3 JPL2

JPL1

COM1

JPWR2

JPWR1 DIMMB2 DIMMB1 DIMMA2 DIMMA1

PCH SLOT7 PCI-E 3.0 X4 (IN X8)

CPU SLOT6 PCI-E 3.0 X8 (IN X16)

SLOT5 PCI 33MHZ (X11SSA-F only)

SLOT4 PCI 33MHZ (X11SSA-F only)

SLOT3 PCI 33MHZ (X11SSA-F only) CPU SLOT2 PCI-E 3.0 X8

SLOT1 PCI 33MHZ (X11SSA-F only)

MAC CODE

BIOS LICENSE

USB2/3

CPU

USB4/5

JBT1

JL1

JTPM1 BT1

Intel PCH

2280
2260 JPME2 JPME1 JBR1
2242

I-SATA2

I-SATA7 I-SATA6

I-SATA3 I-SATA4

JSD2

JSD1

J25

USB8/9 (3.0)

22110

FANA

BAR CODE

JCFG1 FAN3

USB10 (3.0)

FAN2

I-SATA5

JF1 JD1

LED4
J28 SP1

JPI2C1

I-SPGIO2 I-SPGIO1

Notches
Release Tabs Press both notches straight down into the memory slot.

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2.5 Rear I/O Ports
See Figure 2-2 below for the locations and descriptions of the various I/O ports on the rear of the motherboard.

COM2

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LED1 JUIDB1

VGA JVGA1

LAN4

LAN3

USB6/7

USB0/1

LAN2

LAN1

(3.0)

BMC

LE5

FAN4

IPMI_LAN

JPG1

JPL4

JSTBY1

JPL3 JPL2

JPL1

COM1

JWD1

JPWR2

JPWR1 DIMMB2 DIMMB1 DIMMA2 DIMMA1

PCH SLOT7 PCI-E 3.0 X4 (IN X8)

CPU SLOT6 PCI-E 3.0 X8 (IN X16)

SLOT5 PCI 33MHZ (X11SSA-F only)

SLOT4 PCI 33MHZ (X11SSA-F only)

SLOT3 PCI 33MHZ (X11SSA-F only) CPU SLOT2 PCI-E 3.0 X8

SLOT1 PCI 33MHZ (X11SSA-F only)

JI2C1 J1PMB1 MAC CODE
JI2C2

MAC CODE

FAN1

MAC CODE

BIOS LICENSE

USB2/3

CPU

USB4/5

JBT1

JL1

JTPM1 BT1

Intel PCH

2280
2260 JPME2 JPME1 JBR1
2242

I-SATA2

I-SATA7 I-SATA6

I-SATA3 I-SATA4

JSD2

JSD1

J25

USB8/9 (3.0)

22110

FANA

BAR CODE

JCFG1 FAN3

USB10 (3.0)

FAN2

I-SATA5

JF1 JD1

LED4
J28 SP1

JPI2C1

I-SPGIO2 I-SPGIO1

Figure 2-2. I/O Port Locations and Definitions

Description 1. COM1 Port 2. IPMI LAN 3 USB1 4 USB0 5. USB7 (3.0)

Rear I/O Ports

Description

6. USB6 (3.0)

11 VGA

7. LAN1

12 UID Switch

8 LAN2

9 LAN3 (X11SSi-LN4F only)

10 LAN4 (X11SSi-LN4F only)

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VGA Port A video (VGA) port is located next to LAN2 on the I/O back panel. Refer to the board layout below for the location.

Serial Ports
Two COM connections (COM1 & COM2) are located on the motherboard. COM1 is located on the I/O back panel. COM2 is located next to COM1. Refer to the table below for pin definitions.

COM Port Pin Definitions

Pin# Definition

DCD

DSR

RXD

RTS

TXD

CTS

DTR

Ground

N/A

JWD1

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LED1 JUIDB1

VGA JVGA1

LAN4

LAN3

USB6/7

USB0/1

LAN2

LAN1

(3.0)

COM1

BMC

LE5

FAN4

3
IPMI_LAN

COM2

JPG1

JPWR2

JPL4

JSTBY1

JPL3 JPL2

JPL1

1. VGA Port 2. COM1 3. COM2

JPWR1 DIMMB2 DIMMB1 DIMMA2 DIMMA1

PCH SLOT7 PCI-E 3.0 X4 (IN X8)

CPU SLOT6 PCI-E 3.0 X8 (IN X16)

SLOT5 PCI 33MHZ (X11SSA-F only)

SLOT4 PCI 33MHZ (X11SSA-F only)

SLOT3 PCI 33MHZ (X11SSA-F only) CPU SLOT2 PCI-E 3.0 X8

SLOT1 PCI 33MHZ (X11SSA-F only)

MAC CODE

BIOS LICENSE

I-SATA5

I-SATA3 I-SATA4

I-SATA2

USB2/3 USB4/5 JL1
JTPM1
J25

I-SATA7 I-SATA6

CPU JBT1

2280
2260 JPME2 JPME1 JBR1
2242

BT1

Intel PCH

JSD2

JSD1

USB8/9 (3.0)

22110

FANA

BAR CODE

JCFG1 FAN3

USB10 (3.0)

FAN2

JF1 JD1

LED4
J28 SP1

JPI2C1

I-SPGIO2 I-SPGIO1

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Universal Serial Bus (USB) Ports
There are two USB 2.0 ports (USB0/1) and two USB 3.0 ports (USB6/7) located on the I/O back panel. The motherboard also has two front access USB 2.0 headers (USB2/3 and USB4/5) and one front access USB 3.0 header (USB8/9). The USB10 header is USB 3.0 Type A. The onboard headers can be used to provide front side USB access with a cable (not included).

Back Panel USB (2.0) 0/1 Pin Definitions

Pin # Definition Pin# Definition

+5V

USB_N

USB_P

Ground

USB_N

USB_P

Ground

Pin # 1 3 5 7 9

Front Panel USB (2.0) 2/3, 4/5 Pin Definitions

Definition

Pin # Definition

+5V

USB_N

USB_P

Ground

Key

Back Panel USB 6/7 (3.0) Pin Definitions

Pin # Pin #

Signal Name Description

VBUS

Power

Stda_SSRX- USB3_RN

Stda_SSRX+ USB3_RP

GND

Stda_SSTX- USB3_TN

Stda_SSTX+ USB3_TP

GND

D-

USB_N

D+

USB_P

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Front Panel USB 8/9 (3.0) Pin Definitions

Pin# Definition

A1 VBUS

B1 Power

A2 D-

B2 USB_N

A3 D+

B3 USB_P

A4 GND

B4 GND

A5 Stda_SSRX- B5 USB3_RN

A6 Stda_SSRX+ B6 USB3_RP

A7 GND

B7 GND

A8 Stda_SSTX- B8 USB3_TN

A9 Stda_SSTX+ B9 USB3_TP

Type A USB 10 (3.0) Pin Definitions

Pin# Definition

VBUS

SSRX-

USB_N

SSRX+

USB_P

GND

Ground

SSTX-

SSTX+

COM2

X11SSA-F/X11SSi-LN4F
REV:1.02 Designed in the USA

LED1 JUIDB1

VGA JVGA1

LAN4

LAN3

USB6/7

USB0/1

LAN2

LAN1

(3.0)

BMC

LE5

FAN4

IPMI_LAN

JPG1

JPL4

JSTBY1

JPL3 JPL2

JPL1

COM1

JWD1

JPWR2

JPWR1 DIMMB2 DIMMB1 DIMMA2 DIMMA1

PCH SLOT7 PCI-E 3.0 X4 (IN X8)

CPU SLOT6 PCI-E 3.0 X8 (IN X16)

SLOT5 PCI 33MHZ (X11SSA-F only)

SLOT4 PCI 33MHZ (X11SSA-F only)

SLOT3 PCI 33MHZ (X11SSA-F only) CPU SLOT2 PCI-E 3.0 X8

SLOT1 PCI 33MHZ (X11SSA-F only)

JI2C1 J1PMB1 MAC CODE
JI2C2

MAC CODE

BIOS LICENSE

2280
2260 JPME2 JPME1 JBR1
2242

USB2/3

USB4/5

JL1

JTPM1

I-SATA2

J25

I-SATA7 I-SATA6

JBT1

BT1

JSD2

JSD1

Intel PCH

CPU
5
USB8/9 (3.0)

I-SATA3 I-SATA4

22110

I-SATA5

JCFG1 FAN3

USB10 (3.0)

FAN2

FANA

BAR CODE

JF1 JD1

LED4
J28 SP1

JPI2C1

I-SPGIO2 I-SPGIO1

FAN1

1. USB0/1 2. USB2/3 3. USB4/5 4. USB6/7 5. USB 8/9 6. USB10

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LAN Ports
Two Gigabit Ethernet ports (LAN1 and LAN2) are located on the I/O back panel on the motherboard. In addition, a dedicated IPMI LAN is located above USB 0/1 ports on the I/O back panel. All of these ports accept RJ45 cables. Please refer to the LED Indicator section for LAN LED information.
Note: X11SSi-LN4F contains two additional Gigabit Ethernet ports (LAN3 and LAN4) on top of LAN1 and LAN2, respectively.

LAN Ports 1-4 Pin Definition

Pin# Definition

TD0-

11 P3V3_Dual

TD0+

Act LED (Yellow)

TD1-

Link 1000 LED (Amber)

TD1+

Link 100 LED (Green)

TD2-

15 GND

TD2+

16 GND

TD3-

17 GND

TD3+

18 GND

COMMCT

10 GND

IPMI_LAN Pin Definition

Pin# Definition

19 GND

10 TD0+

Act LED (Yellow)

11 TD0-

Link 100 LED (Green)

12 TD1+

Link 1000 LED (Amber)

13 TD1-

23 SGND

14 TD2+

24 SGND

15 TD2-

25 SGND

16 TD3+

26 SGND

17 TD3-

18 GND

JWD1

JI2C2

X11SSA-F/X11SSi-LN4F
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LED1 JUIDB1

VGA JVGA1

4
LAN4 LAN2

LAN3

USB6/7

USB0/1

LAN1

(3.0)

BMC

LE5

FAN4

IPMI_LAN

JPG1

JPL4

JSTBY1

JPL3 JPL2

JPL1

COM1

COM2

JPWR2

JPWR1 DIMMB2 DIMMB1 DIMMA2 DIMMA1

PCH SLOT7 PCI-E 3.0 X4 (IN X8)

CPU SLOT6 PCI-E 3.0 X8 (IN X16)

SLOT5 PCI 33MHZ (X11SSA-F only)

SLOT4 PCI 33MHZ (X11SSA-F only)

SLOT3 PCI 33MHZ (X11SSA-F only) CPU SLOT2 PCI-E 3.0 X8

SLOT1 PCI 33MHZ (X11SSA-F only)

JI2C1 J1PMB1 MAC CODE MAC CODE

MAC CODE

BIOS LICENSE

USB2/3

CPU

USB4/5

JBT1

JL1

JTPM1 BT1

Intel PCH

2280
2260 JPME2 JPME1 JBR1
2242

I-SATA2

I-SATA7 I-SATA6

I-SATA3 I-SATA4

JSD2

JSD1

J25

USB8/9 (3.0)

22110

FANA

BAR CODE

JCFG1 FAN3

USB10 (3.0)

FAN2

I-SATA5

JF1 JD1

LED4
J28 SP1

JPI2C1

FAN1

1. LAN1 2. LAN2 3. LAN3 (X11SSi-LN4F only)
4. LAN4 (X11SSi-LN4F only)
5. IPMI LAN

I-SPGIO2 I-SPGIO1

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2.6 Front Control Panel
JF1 contains header pins for various buttons and indicators that are normally located on a control panel at the front of the chassis. These connectors are designed specifically for use with Supermicro chassis. See the figure below for the descriptions of the front control panel buttons and LED indicators.

COM2

X11SSA-F/X11SSi-LN4F
REV:1.02 Designed in the USA

LED1 JUIDB1

VGA JVGA1

LAN4

LAN3

USB6/7

USB0/1

LAN2

LAN1

(3.0)

BMC

LE5

FAN4

IPMI_LAN

JPG1

JPL4

JSTBY1

JPL3 JPL2

JPL1

COM1

JWD1

JPWR2

JPWR1 DIMMB2 DIMMB1 DIMMA2 DIMMA1

PCH SLOT7 PCI-E 3.0 X4 (IN X8)

CPU SLOT6 PCI-E 3.0 X8 (IN X16)

SLOT5 PCI 33MHZ (X11SSA-F only)

SLOT4 PCI 33MHZ (X11SSA-F only)

SLOT3 PCI 33MHZ (X11SSA-F only) CPU SLOT2 PCI-E 3.0 X8

SLOT1 PCI 33MHZ (X11SSA-F only)

JI2C1 J1PMB1 MAC CODE
JI2C2

MAC CODE

FAN1

MAC CODE

BIOS LICENSE

USB2/3

CPU

USB4/5

JBT1

JL1

JTPM1 BT1

Intel PCH

2280
2260 JPME2 JPME1 JBR1
2242

I-SATA2

I-SATA7 I-SATA6

I-SATA3 I-SATA4

JSD2

JSD1

J25

USB8/9 (3.0)

22110

FANA

BAR CODE

JCFG1 FAN3

USB10 (3.0)

FAN2

I-SATA5

JF1 JD1

LED4
J28 SP1

JPI2C1

I-SPGIO2 I-SPGIO1

Figure 2-3. JF1 Header Pins

1 Power Button PWR

2 Ground

Reset Button Reset 3.3 V
Red+ (Blue LED Cathode) NIC2 Active LED

Ground
Power Fail LED Blue+ (OH/Fan Fail/ PWR Fail/UID LED) NIC2 Link LED

NIC1 Active LED

NIC1 Link LED

ID_UID_SW/3.3V Stdby

HDD LED

3.3V X

FP PWRLED X

NMI 19 20

Ground

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Power Button The Power Button connection is located on pins 1 and 2 of JF1. Momentarily contacting both pins will power on/off the system. This button can also be configured to function as a suspend button (with a setting in the BIOS – see Chapter 4). To turn off the power when the system is in suspend mode, press the button for 4 seconds or longer. Refer to the table below for pin definitions.
Power Button Pin Definitions (JF1) Pin# Definition 1 Signal 2 Ground
Reset Button The Reset Button connection is located on pins 3 and 4 of JF1. Attach it to a hardware reset switch on the computer case. Refer to the table below for pin definitions.
Reset Button Pin Definitions (JF1) Pin# Definition 3 Reset 4 Ground

1 Power Button PWR

Ground

2 Reset Button Reset
3.3 V Red+ (Blue LED Cathode)
NIC2 Active LED

Ground
Power Fail LED Blue+ (OH/Fan Fail/ PWR Fail/UID LED) NIC2 Link LED

NIC1 Active LED

NIC1 Link LED

ID_UID_SW/3.3V Stdby

HDD LED

3.3V X

FP PWRLED X

NMI 19 20

Ground

1. PWR Button 2. Reset Button

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Power Fail LED
The Power Fail LED connection is located on pins 5 and 6 of JF1. Refer to the table below for pin definitions.
Power Button Pin Definitions (JF1) Pin# Definition 5 3.3V 6 PWR Supply Fail

Overheat (OH)/Fan Fail
Connect an LED cable to pins 7 and 8 of the Front Control Panel to use the Overheat/Fan Fail LED connections. The LED on pin 8 provides warnings of overheat or fan failure. Refer to the tables below for pin definitions.

OH/Fan Fail Indicator Status

State

Definition

Off

Normal

Overheat

Flashing Fan Fail

OH/Fan Fail LED Pin Definitions (JF1) Pin# Definition 7 Blue LED
8 OH/Fan Fail LED

1 Power Button PWR

2 Ground

Reset Button Reset 3.3 V
Red+ (Blue LED Cathode) NIC2 Active LED

Ground

Power Fail LED 1

Blue+ (OH/Fan Fail/ PWR Fail/UID LED)

NIC2 Link LED

NIC1 Active LED

NIC1 Link LED

ID_UID_SW/3.3V Stdby

HDD LED

3.3V X

FP PWRLED X

NMI 19 20

Ground

1. PWR Fail LED 2. OH/Fan Fail LED

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NIC1/NIC2 (LAN1/LAN2) The NIC (Network Interface Controller) LED connection for LAN port 1 is located on pins 11 and 12 of JF1, and the LED connection for LAN port 2 is on pins 9 and 10. Attach the NIC LED cables here to display network activity. Refer to the table below for pin definitions.
LAN1/LAN2 LED Pin Definitions (JF1) Pin# Definition 9 NIC 2 Activity LED 10 NIC 2 Link LED 11 NIC 1 Activity LED 12 NIC 1 Link LED
HDD LED/UID Switch The HDD LED/UID Switch connection is located on pins 13 and 14 of JF1. Attach a cable to pin 14 to show hard drive activity status. Attach a cable to Pin 13 to use UID switch. Refer to the table below for pin definitions.
HDD LED Pin Definitions (JF1) Pin# Definition 13 3.3V Stdby/UID_SW 14 HDD Active

1 Power Button PWR

2 Ground

Reset Button Reset 3.3 V
Red+ (Blue LED Cathode) NIC2 Active LED NIC1 Active LED

Ground
Power Fail LED Blue+ (OH/Fan Fail/ PWR Fail/UID LED)
NIC2 Link LED 1
NIC1 Link LED 2

ID_UID_SW/3.3V Stdby

HDD LED 3

3.3V X

FP PWRLED X

NMI 19 20

Ground

1. NIC2 LED 2. NIC1 LED 3. HDD LED / UID Switch

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Power LED The Power LED connection is located on pins 15 and 16 of JF1. Refer to the table below for pin definitions.
Power LED Pin Definitions (JF1) Pin# Definition 15 3.3V 16 PWR LED
NMI Button The non-maskable interrupt button header is located on pins 19 and 20 of JF1. Refer to the table below for pin definitions.
NMI Button Pin Definitions (JF1) Pin# Definition 19 Control 20 Ground

1 Power Button PWR

2 Ground

Reset Button Reset 3.3 V
Red+ (Blue LED Cathode) NIC2 Active LED

Ground
Power Fail LED Blue+ (OH/Fan Fail/ PWR Fail/UID LED) NIC2 Link LED

NIC1 Active LED

NIC1 Link LED

ID_UID_SW/3.3V Stdby

HDD LED

3.3V X

FP PWRLED 1
X

2 NMI
19 20

Ground

1. PWR LED 2. NMI

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2.7 Connectors

Power Connections
Main ATX Power Supply Connector The primary power supply connector (JPWR1) meets the ATX SSI EPS 12V specification. You must also connect the 8-pin (JPWR2) processor power connector to your power supply.

ATX Power 24-pin Connector Pin Definitions

Pin# Definition

13 +3.3V

+3.3V

14 -12V

+3.3V

15 Ground

Ground

16 PS_ON

+5V

17 Ground

Ground

18 Ground

+5V

19 Ground

Ground

20 Res (NC)

PWR_OK

21 +5V

5VSB

22 +5V

10 +12V

23 +5V

11 +12V

24 Ground

12 +3.3V

Required Connection

JWD1

JI2C1 J1PMB1 MAC CODE
JI2C2

SLOT3 PCI 33MHZ (X11SSA-F only) CPU SLOT2 PCI-E 3.0 X8

X11SSA-F/X11SSi-LN4F
REV:1.02 Designed in the USA
BIOS LICENSE

SLOT4 PCI 33MHZ (X11SSA-F only)

SLOT5 PCI 33MHZ (X11SSA-F only)

CPU SLOT6 PCI-E 3.0 X8 (IN X16)

PCH SLOT7 PCI-E 3.0 X4 (IN X8)

LED1 JUIDB1

VGA JVGA1

LAN4

LAN3

USB6/7

USB0/1

LAN2

LAN1

(3.0)

BMC

LE5

FAN4

IPMI_LAN

JPG1

JPL4

JSTBY1

JPL3 JPL2

JPL1

COM1

JPWR1 DIMMB2 DIMMB1 DIMMA2 DIMMA1

JPWR2

COM2

1. 24-Pin ATX Main PWR 1

SLOT1 PCI 33MHZ (X11SSA-F only)

MAC CODE

USB2/3

CPU

USB4/5

JBT1

JL1

JTPM1 BT1

Intel PCH

2280
2260 JPME2 JPME1 JBR1
2242

I-SATA2

I-SATA7 I-SATA6

I-SATA3 I-SATA4

JSD2

JSD1

J25

USB8/9 (3.0)

22110

FANA

BAR CODE

JCFG1 FAN3

USB10 (3.0)

FAN2

I-SATA5

JF1 JD1

LED4
J28 SP1

JPI2C1

FAN1

I-SPGIO2 I-SPGIO1

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Secondary Power Connector JPWR2 must also be connected to the power supply. This connector is used to power the processor(s).
+12V 8-pin Power Pin Definitions
Pin# Definition 1 – 4 Ground 5 – 8 +12V Required Connection
Important: To provide adequate power supply to the motherboard, be sure to connect the 24-pin ATX PWR and the 8-pin PWR connectors to the power supply. Failure to do so may void the manufacturer warranty on your power supply and motherboard.

JWD1

JI2C2

X11SSA-F/X11SSi-LN4F
REV:1.02 Designed in the USA

LED1 JUIDB1

VGA JVGA1

LAN4

LAN3

USB6/7

USB0/1

LAN2

LAN1

(3.0)

BMC

LE5

FAN4

IPMI_LAN

JPG1

JPL4

JSTBY1

JPL3 JPL2

JPL1

COM1

JPWR2

COM2

1. 8-Pin PWR 1

JPWR1 DIMMB2 DIMMB1 DIMMA2 DIMMA1

PCH SLOT7 PCI-E 3.0 X4 (IN X8)

CPU SLOT6 PCI-E 3.0 X8 (IN X16)

SLOT5 PCI 33MHZ (X11SSA-F only)

SLOT4 PCI 33MHZ (X11SSA-F only)

SLOT3 PCI 33MHZ (X11SSA-F only) CPU SLOT2 PCI-E 3.0 X8

SLOT1 PCI 33MHZ (X11SSA-F only)

JI2C1 J1PMB1 MAC CODE MAC CODE

MAC CODE

BIOS LICENSE

USB2/3

CPU

USB4/5

JBT1

JL1

JTPM1 BT1

Intel PCH

2280
2260 JPME2 JPME1 JBR1
2242

I-SATA2

I-SATA7 I-SATA6

I-SATA3 I-SATA4

JSD2

JSD1

J25

USB8/9 (3.0)

22110

FANA

BAR CODE

JCFG1 FAN3

USB10 (3.0)

FAN2

I-SATA5

I-SPGIO2 I-SPGIO1

JF1 JD1

LED4
J28 SP1

JPI2C1

FAN1

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Headers

Fan Headers
The X11SSA-F/X11SSi-LN4F has five fan headers (Fan1-Fan4, FanA). All of these 4-pin fan headers are backwards-compatible with the traditional 3-pin fans. However, fan speed control is available for 4-pin fans only by Thermal Management via the IPMI 2.0 interface. Refer to the table below for pin definitions.

Fan Header Pin Definitions

Pin# Definition

Ground (Black)

2.5A/+12V (Red)

Tachometer

PWM_Control

JWD1

JI2C2

COM2

X11SSA-F/X11SSi-LN4F
REV:1.02 Designed in the USA

LED1 JUIDB1

VGA JVGA1

LAN4

LAN3

USB6/7

USB0/1

LAN2

LAN1

(3.0)

BMC

LE5

JPG1

FAN4
5
JSTBY1

IPMI_LAN
JPL4 JPL3 JPL2 JPL1

COM1

JPWR2

JPWR1 DIMMB2 DIMMB1 DIMMA2 DIMMA1

PCH SLOT7 PCI-E 3.0 X4 (IN X8)

CPU SLOT6 PCI-E 3.0 X8 (IN X16)

SLOT5 PCI 33MHZ (X11SSA-F only)

SLOT4 PCI 33MHZ (X11SSA-F only)

SLOT3 PCI 33MHZ (X11SSA-F only) CPU SLOT2 PCI-E 3.0 X8

SLOT1 PCI 33MHZ (X11SSA-F only)

JI2C1 J1PMB1 MAC CODE MAC CODE

MAC CODE

BIOS LICENSE

USB2/3

CPU

USB4/5

JBT1

JL1

JTPM1 BT1

Intel PCH

2280
2260 JPME2 JPME1 JBR1
2242

I-SATA2

I-SATA7 I-SATA6

I-SATA3 I-SATA4

I-SATA5

JSD2

JSD1

J25

USB8/9 (3.0)

22110

I-SPGIO2 I-SPGIO1

FANA

BAR CODE

JCFG1 FAN3

USB10 (3.0)

FAN2

JF1 JD1

JPI2C1

LED4

J28

SP1

FAN1

1. FANA 2. FAN1 3. FAN2 4. FAN3 5. FAN4

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Chassis Intrusion
A Chassis Intrusion header is located at JL1 on the motherboard. Attach the appropriate cable from the chassis to inform you of a chassis intrusion when the chassis is opened. Refer to the table below for pin definitions.

Chassis Intrusion Pin Definitions

Pins Definition

Intrusion Input

Ground

Internal Speaker/Buzzer
The Internal Speaker (SP1) can be used to provide audible notifications using various beep codes. Refer to the table below for pin definitions. Refer to the layout below for the location of the internal buzzer.

Internal Buzzer Pin Definitions

Pin#

Definition

Pos (+)

Beep In

Neg (-)

Alarm Speaker

X11SSA-F/X11SSi-LN4F
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LED1 JUIDB1

VGA JVGA1

LAN4

LAN3

USB6/7

USB0/1

LAN2

LAN1

(3.0)

BMC

LE5

FAN4

IPMI_LAN

JPG1

JPL4

JSTBY1

JPL3 JPL2

JPL1

COM1

JPWR2

COM2

1. Chassis Intrusion 2. Internal Buzzer

JWD1

JPWR1 DIMMB2 DIMMB1 DIMMA2 DIMMA1

PCH SLOT7 PCI-E 3.0 X4 (IN X8)

CPU SLOT6 PCI-E 3.0 X8 (IN X16)

SLOT5 PCI 33MHZ (X11SSA-F only)

SLOT4 PCI 33MHZ (X11SSA-F only)

SLOT3 PCI 33MHZ (X11SSA-F only) CPU SLOT2 PCI-E 3.0 X8

SLOT1 PCI 33MHZ (X11SSA-F only)

JI2C1 J1PMB1 MAC CODE
JI2C2

MAC CODE

BIOS LICENSE

USB2/3

CPU

USB4/5

JBT1

JL1

JTPM1 BT1

Intel PCH

2280
2260 JPME2 JPME1 JBR1
2242

I-SATA2

I-SATA7 I-SATA6

I-SATA3 I-SATA4

JSD2

JSD1

J25

USB8/9 (3.0)

22110

FANA

BAR CODE

JCFG1 FAN3

USB10 (3.0)

FAN2

I-SATA5

JF1 JD1

2 LED4
J28 SP1

JPI2C1

I-SPGIO2 I-SPGIO1

FAN1

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Power LED/Speaker
Pins 1-3 of JD1 are used for power LED indication, and pins 4-7 are for the speaker. Please note that the speaker connector pins (4-7) are used with an external speaker. If you wish to use the onboard speaker, you should close pins 6-7 with a cap. Refer to the tables below for pin definitions.

PWR LED Connector Pin Definitions

Pin Setting Definition

JD1_PIN1

FP_PWR_LED

Speaker Connector Pin Definitions

Pin Setting Definition

P5V

Key

R_SPKPIN_N

R_SPKPIN

Disk-On-Module Power Connector
Two power connectors for SATA DOM (Disk_On_Module) devices are located at JSD1/JSD2. Connect appropriate cables here to provide power support for your Serial Link DOM devices.

DOM Power Pin Definitions

Pin# Definition

Ground

JWD1

JI2C2

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LED1 JUIDB1

VGA JVGA1

LAN4

LAN3

USB6/7

USB0/1

LAN2

LAN1

(3.0)

BMC

LE5

FAN4

IPMI_LAN

JPG1

JPL4

JSTBY1

JPL3 JPL2

JPL1

COM1

JPWR2

COM2

1. Speaker Header 2. JSD1 (DOM PWR) 3. JSD2 (DOM PWR)

JPWR1 DIMMB2 DIMMB1 DIMMA2 DIMMA1

PCH SLOT7 PCI-E 3.0 X4 (IN X8)

CPU SLOT6 PCI-E 3.0 X8 (IN X16)

SLOT5 PCI 33MHZ (X11SSA-F only)

SLOT4 PCI 33MHZ (X11SSA-F only)

SLOT3 PCI 33MHZ (X11SSA-F only) CPU SLOT2 PCI-E 3.0 X8

SLOT1 PCI 33MHZ (X11SSA-F only)

JI2C1 J1PMB1 MAC CODE MAC CODE

MAC CODE

BIOS LICENSE

2280
2260 JPME2 JPME1 JBR1
2242

USB2/3 USB4/5 JL1
JTPM1

JBT1 BT1

Intel PCH

I-SATA2

I-SATA7 I-SATA6

3 JSD2

2 JSD1

J25

CPU USB8/9 (3.0)

I-SATA3 I-SATA4

22110

I-SATA5

JCFG1 FAN3

USB10 (3.0)

FAN2

FANA

BAR CODE

I-SPGIO2 I-SPGIO1

JF1 JD1

JPI2C1

1
LED4
J28 SP1

FAN1

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SGPIO Headers
Two I-SGPIO (Serial Link General Purpose Input/Output) headers are located on the motherboard. They support the onboard I-SATA 3.0 ports. Refer to the table below for pin definitions.

I-SGPIO 1/2

I-SGPIO1 I-SGPIO2

I-SATA 3.0 Ports 0-3 I-SATA 3.0 Ports 4-7

SGPIO Header Pin Definitions

Pin# Definition Pin# Definition

GND

Data

Load

GND

Clock 8

NC = No Connection

JWD1

JI2C2

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LED1 JUIDB1

VGA JVGA1

LAN4

LAN3

USB6/7

USB0/1

LAN2

LAN1

(3.0)

BMC

LE5

FAN4

IPMI_LAN

JPG1

JPL4

JSTBY1

JPL3 JPL2

JPL1

COM1

JPWR2

COM2

1. I-SGPIO1 2. I-SGPIO2

JPWR1 DIMMB2 DIMMB1 DIMMA2 DIMMA1

PCH SLOT7 PCI-E 3.0 X4 (IN X8)

CPU SLOT6 PCI-E 3.0 X8 (IN X16)

SLOT5 PCI 33MHZ (X11SSA-F only)

SLOT4 PCI 33MHZ (X11SSA-F only)

SLOT3 PCI 33MHZ (X11SSA-F only) CPU SLOT2 PCI-E 3.0 X8

SLOT1 PCI 33MHZ (X11SSA-F only)

JI2C1 J1PMB1 MAC CODE MAC CODE

MAC CODE

BIOS LICENSE

USB2/3

CPU

USB4/5

JBT1

JL1

JTPM1 BT1

Intel PCH

2280
2260 JPME2 JPME1 JBR1
2242

I-SATA2

I-SATA7 I-SATA6

I-SATA3 I-SATA4

JSD2

JSD1

J25

USB8/9 (3.0)

22110

I-SATA5

2FANA

BAR CODE

JCFG1 FAN3

USB10 (3.0)

FAN2

JF1 JD1

LED4
J28 SP1

JPI2C1

I-SPGIO2 I-SPGIO1

FAN1

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TPM/Port 80 Header
A Trusted Platform Module (TPM)/Port 80 header is located at JTPM1 to provide TPM support and a Port 80 connection. Use this header to enhance system performance and data security. Refer to the table below for pin definitions.

Trusted Platform Module Header Pin Definitions

Pin# Definition

LCLK

GND

LFRAME#

<(KEY)>

LRESET#

+5V

LAD3

LAD2

+3.3V

10 LAD1

11 LAD0

12 GND

13 SMB_CLK

14 SMB_DAT

15 +3V Stdby

16 SERIRQ

17 GND

18 CLKRUN#

19 LPCPD#

20 LDRQ#

JWD1

JI2C1 J1PMB1 MAC CODE
JI2C2

COM2

X11SSA-F/X11SSi-LN4F
REV:1.02 Designed in the USA

LED1 JUIDB1

VGA JVGA1

LAN4

LAN3

USB6/7

USB0/1

LAN2

LAN1

(3.0)

BMC

LE5

FAN4

IPMI_LAN

JPG1

JPL4

JSTBY1

JPL3 JPL2

JPL1

COM1

JPWR2

JPWR1 DIMMB2 DIMMB1 DIMMA2 DIMMA1

PCH SLOT7 PCI-E 3.0 X4 (IN X8)

CPU SLOT6 PCI-E 3.0 X8 (IN X16)

SLOT5 PCI 33MHZ (X11SSA-F only)

SLOT4 PCI 33MHZ (X11SSA-F only)

SLOT3 PCI 33MHZ (X11SSA-F only) CPU SLOT2 PCI-E 3.0 X8

SLOT1 PCI 33MHZ (X11SSA-F only)

MAC CODE

BIOS LICENSE

USB2/3

CPU

USB4/5

JBT1

JL1

JTPM1 BT1

Intel PCH

2280
2260 JPME2 JPME1 JBR1
2242

I-SATA2

I-SATA7 I-SATA6

I-SATA3 I-SATA4

JSD2

JSD1

J25

USB8/9 (3.0)

22110

I-SATA5

FANA

BAR CODE

JCFG1 FAN3

USB10 (3.0)

FAN2

JF1 JD1

LED4
J28 SP1

JPI2C1

I-SPGIO2 I-SPGIO1

FAN1

1. TPM Header

Chapter 2: Installation

Power SMB (I2C) Header
The Power System Management Bus (I2C) connector (JPI2C1) monitors the power supply, fan, and system temperatures. Refer to the table below for pin definitions.

Power SMB Header Pin Definitions

Pin# Definition

Clock

Data

PMBUS_Alert

Ground

+3.3V

4-pin BMC External I2C Header
A System Management Bus header for IPMI 2.0 is located at JIPMB1. Connect the appropriate cable here to use the IPMB I2C connection on your system. Refer to the table below for pin definitions.

External I2C Header Pin Definitions

Pin# Definition

Data

GND

Clock

JI2C2

JWD1

X11SSA-F/X11SSi-LN4F
REV:1.02 Designed in the USA
2

LED1 JUIDB1

VGA JVGA1

LAN4

LAN3

USB6/7

USB0/1

LAN2

LAN1

(3.0)

BMC

LE5

FAN4

IPMI_LAN

JPG1

JPL4

JSTBY1

JPL3 JPL2

JPL1

COM1

JPWR2

COM2

1. Power SMB Header 2. BMC External Header

JPWR1 DIMMB2 DIMMB1 DIMMA2 DIMMA1

PCH SLOT7 PCI-E 3.0 X4 (IN X8)

CPU SLOT6 PCI-E 3.0 X8 (IN X16)

SLOT5 PCI 33MHZ (X11SSA-F only)

SLOT4 PCI 33MHZ (X11SSA-F only)

SLOT3 PCI 33MHZ (X11SSA-F only) CPU SLOT2 PCI-E 3.0 X8

SLOT1 PCI 33MHZ (X11SSA-F only)

JI2C1 J1PMB1 MAC CODE MAC CODE

MAC CODE

BIOS LICENSE

USB2/3

CPU

USB4/5

JBT1

JL1

JTPM1 BT1

Intel PCH

2280
2260 JPME2 JPME1 JBR1
2242

I-SATA2

I-SATA7 I-SATA6

I-SATA3 I-SATA4

JSD2

JSD1

J25

USB8/9 (3.0)

22110

FANA

BAR CODE

JCFG1 FAN3

USB10 (3.0)

FAN2

I-SATA5

JF1 JD1

JPI2C1

FAN1

1
LED4 J28
SP1

I-SPGIO2 I-SPGIO1

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SATA Ports Six SATA 3.0 connectors are located on the X11SSA-F/X11SSi-LN4F motherboard, supported by the Intel C236 PCH chip. These SATA ports support RAID 0, 1, 5, and 10. SATA ports provide serial-link signal connections, which are faster than the connections of Parallel ATA. See the tables below for pin definitions.
Note 1: I-SATA6 and I-SATA7 are Supermicro SuperDOMs. These are yellow SATADOM connectors with power pins built in and do not require separate external power cables. These connectors are backward-compatible with non-Supermicro SATADOMs that require an external power supply.
Note 2: For more information on the SATA HostRAID configuration, please refer to the Intel SATA HostRAID user’s guide posted on our website at http://www.supermicro.com.

X11SSA-F/X11SSi-LN4F SATA 3.0 Connector Types

Port # I-SATA2-5 (Four)
I-SATA 6-7 (Two) Supported by

Connection Type SATA 3.0/6 Gb/s RAID 0, 1, 5, 10 SATA 3.0/6 Gb/s RAID 0, 1, 5, and 10 SuperDOM connectors Intel C236 PCH

SATA 3.0 Port Pin Definitions

Pin#

Signal

Ground

SATA_TXP

SATA_TXN

Ground

SATA_RXN

SATA_RXP

Ground

COM2

X11SSA-F/X11SSi-LN4F
REV:1.02 Designed in the USA

LED1 JUIDB1

VGA JVGA1

LAN4

LAN3

USB6/7

USB0/1

LAN2

LAN1

(3.0)

BMC

LE5

FAN4

IPMI_LAN

JPG1

JPL4

JSTBY1

JPL3 JPL2

JPL1

COM1

JWD1

JPWR2

JPWR1 DIMMB2 DIMMB1 DIMMA2 DIMMA1

PCH SLOT7 PCI-E 3.0 X4 (IN X8)

CPU SLOT6 PCI-E 3.0 X8 (IN X16)

SLOT5 PCI 33MHZ (X11SSA-F only)

SLOT4 PCI 33MHZ (X11SSA-F only)

SLOT3 PCI 33MHZ (X11SSA-F only) CPU SLOT2 PCI-E 3.0 X8

SLOT1 PCI 33MHZ (X11SSA-F only)

JI2C1 J1PMB1 MAC CODE MAC CODE

JI2C2

MAC CODE

BIOS LICENSE

USB2/3

USB4/5

JBT1

JL1

I-SATA2

I-SATA7 I-SATA6

JTPM1

BT1

I-SATA3 I-SATA4

2
J25
3

JSD2

JSD1

2280
2260 JPME2 JPME1 JBR1
2242

Intel PCH

22110

CPU USB8/9 (3.0)

I-SATA5

FANA

BAR CODE

JCFG1 FAN3

USB10 (3.0)

FAN2

JF1 JD1

LED4
J28 SP1

JPI2C1

I-SPGIO2 I-SPGIO1

FAN1

1. I-SATA2 2. I-SATA3 3. I-SATA4 4. I-SATA5 5. I-SATA6 6. I-SATA7

Chapter 2: Installation
M.2 Connection The X11SSA-F/X11SSi-LN4F motherboard contains one M.2 NGFF socket 3 connector. M.2 was formerly Next Generation Form Factor (NGFF) and serves to replace mini PCI-E and mSATA. M.2 allows for a greater variety of card sizes, increased functionality, and spatial efficiency. The M.2 socket 3 on the X11SSA-F/X11SSi-LN4F motherboard supports both PCI-E 3.0 x4 (32 Gb/s) and SATA3 (6 Gb/s) M.2 cards. Additionally, the motherboard supports 22x42mm, 22x60mm, 22x80mm, and 22x110mm form factors for both NVMe and SATA SSD.

JWD1

JI2C2

X11SSA-F/X11SSi-LN4F
REV:1.02 Designed in the USA

LED1 JUIDB1

VGA JVGA1

LAN4

LAN3

USB6/7

USB0/1

LAN2

LAN1

(3.0)

BMC

LE5

FAN4

IPMI_LAN

JPG1

JPL4

JSTBY1

JPL3 JPL2

JPL1

COM1

JPWR2

COM2

1. M.2 Connection

JPWR1 DIMMB2 DIMMB1 DIMMA2 DIMMA1

PCH SLOT7 PCI-E 3.0 X4 (IN X8)

CPU SLOT6 PCI-E 3.0 X8 (IN X16)

SLOT5 PCI 33MHZ (X11SSA-F only)

SLOT4 PCI 33MHZ (X11SSA-F only)

SLOT3 PCI 33MHZ (X11SSA-F only) CPU SLOT2 PCI-E 3.0 X8

SLOT1 PCI 33MHZ (X11SSA-F only)

JI2C1 J1PMB1 MAC CODE MAC CODE

MAC CODE

BIOS LICENSE

USB2/3

CPU

USB4/5

JBT1

JL1

JTPM1 BT1

Intel PCH

2280
2260 JPME2 JPME1 JBR1
2242

I-SATA2

I-SATA7 I-SATA6

I-SATA3 I-SATA4

JSD2

JSD1

J25

22110

USB8/9 (3.0)

FANA

BAR CODE

JCFG1 FAN3

USB10 (3.0)

FAN2

I-SATA5

I-SPGIO2 I-SPGIO1

JF1 JD1

LED4
J28 SP1

JPI2C1

FAN1

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Unit Identifier Switch/UID LED Indicator A Unit Identifier (UID) switch and an LED Indicator are located on the motherboard. The UID switch is located at JUIDB1, which is next to the VGA port on the back panel. The UID LED (LE1) is located next to the UID switch. When you press the UID switch, the UID LED will be turned on. Press the UID switch again to turn off the LED indicator. The UID Indicator provides easy identification of a system unit that may be in need of service.
Note: UID can also be triggered via IPMI on the motherboard. For more information on IPMI, please refer to the IPMI User’s Guide posted on our website at http://www. supermicro.com.

UID Switch Pin Definitions

Pin# Definition

Ground

Button In

UID LED Pin Definitions

Color

Status

Blue: On Unit Identified

JWD1

JI2C1 J1PMB1 MAC CODE
JI2C2

COM2

X11SSA-F/X11SSi-LN4F
REV:1.02 Designed in the USA

VGA

LED1 JUIDB1

JVGA1

LAN4

LAN3

USB6/7

USB0/1

LAN2

LAN1

(3.0)

BMC

LE5

FAN4

IPMI_LAN

JPG1

JPL4

JSTBY1

JPL3 JPL2

JPL1

COM1

JPWR2

JPWR1 DIMMB2 DIMMB1 DIMMA2 DIMMA1

PCH SLOT7 PCI-E 3.0 X4 (IN X8)

CPU SLOT6 PCI-E 3.0 X8 (IN X16)

SLOT5 PCI 33MHZ (X11SSA-F only)

SLOT4 PCI 33MHZ (X11SSA-F only)

SLOT3 PCI 33MHZ (X11SSA-F only) CPU SLOT2 PCI-E 3.0 X8

SLOT1 PCI 33MHZ (X11SSA-F only)

MAC CODE

BIOS LICENSE

USB2/3

CPU

USB4/5

JBT1

JL1

JTPM1 BT1

Intel PCH

2280
2260 JPME2 JPME1 JBR1
2242

I-SATA2

I-SATA7 I-SATA6

I-SATA3 I-SATA4

JSD2

JSD1

J25

USB8/9 (3.0)

22110

FANA

BAR CODE

JCFG1 FAN3

USB10 (3.0)

FAN2

I-SATA5

JF1 JD1

LED4
J28 SP1

JPI2C1

I-SPGIO2 I-SPGIO1

FAN1

1. UID Switch 2. UID LED

Chapter 2: Installation

2.8 Jumper Settings

How Jumpers Work
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 diagram below for an example of jumping pins 1 and 2. Refer to the motherboard layout page for jumper locations.
Note: On two-pin jumpers, “Closed” means the jumper is on and “Open” means the jumper is off the pins.

Connector Pins

3 2 1

Jumper

Setting

3 2 1

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CMOS Clear
JBT1 is used to clear the CMOS. Instead of pins, this “jumper” consists of contact pads to prevent accidental clearing of the CMOS. To clear the CMOS, use a metal object such as a small screwdriver to touch both pads at the same time to short the connection.
Note: Be sure to completely shut down the system, and then short JBT1 to clear the CMOS.

LAN Port Enable/Disable
Jumpers JPL1/JPL2 enable or disable LAN ports 1/2 on the motherboard. Refer to the table below for jumper settings. The default setting is Enabled.
Note: X11SSi-LN4F has additional jumpers JPL3 and JPL4 which enable or disable LAN ports LAN3 and LAN4 on the motherboard.

LAN1-LAN4 Enable/Disable Jumper Settings

Jumper Setting Definition

Pins 1-2

Enabled

Pins 2-3

Disabled

JWD1

JI2C2

X11SSA-F/X11SSi-LN4F
REV:1.02 Designed in the USA

LED1 JUIDB1

VGA JVGA1

LAN4

LAN3

USB6/7

USB0/1

LAN2

LAN1

(3.0)

BMC

LE5

FAN4

IPMI_LAN

JPG1

JSTBY1

JPL4

JPL3 JPL2

JPL1

COM1

JPWR2

COM2

1. CMOS Clear 2. LAN Port Enable/Disable

JPWR1 DIMMB2 DIMMB1 DIMMA2 DIMMA1

PCH SLOT7 PCI-E 3.0 X4 (IN X8)

CPU SLOT6 PCI-E 3.0 X8 (IN X16)

SLOT5 PCI 33MHZ (X11SSA-F only)

SLOT4 PCI 33MHZ (X11SSA-F only)

SLOT3 PCI 33MHZ (X11SSA-F only) CPU SLOT2 PCI-E 3.0 X8

SLOT1 PCI 33MHZ (X11SSA-F only)

JI2C1 J1PMB1 MAC CODE MAC CODE

MAC CODE

BIOS LICENSE

1
USB2/3

CPU

USB4/5

JBT1

JL1

JTPM1 BT1

Intel PCH

2280
2260 JPME2 JPME1 JBR1
2242

I-SATA2

I-SATA7 I-SATA6

I-SATA3 I-SATA4

JSD2

JSD1

J25

USB8/9 (3.0)

22110

FANA

BAR CODE

JCFG1 FAN3

USB10 (3.0)

FAN2

I-SATA5

JF1 JD1

LED4
J28 SP1

JPI2C1

FAN1

I-SPGIO2 I-SPGIO1

Chapter 2: Installation

LAN3/4 Front Panel Activity LEDs (X11SSi-LN4F Only)
The front panel NIC (Network Interface Connection) activity LED indicators for LAN3/LAN4 on the X11SSi-LN4F are located at J25. See the layout below for the location.

LAN1-LAN4 Enable/Disable Jumper Settings

Jumper Setting Definition

Pins 1-2

Enabled

Pins 2-3

Disabled

Watch Dog
Watch Dog (JWD1) is a system monitor that can reboot the system when a software application hangs. Close pins 1-2 to reset the system if an application hangs. Close pins 2-3 to generate a non-maskable interrupt (NMI) signal for the application that hangs. Refer to the table below for jumper settings. The Watch Dog must also be enabled in the BIOS.

Watch Dog Jumper Settings

Jumper Setting Definition

Pins 1-2

Reset

Pins 2-3

NMI

Open

Disabled

JWD1

JI2C1 J1PMB1 MAC CODE
JI2C2

COM2

X11SSA-F/X11SSi-LN4F
REV:1.02 Designed in the USA
2

LED1 JUIDB1

VGA JVGA1

LAN4

LAN3

USB6/7

USB0/1

LAN2

LAN1

(3.0)

BMC

LE5

FAN4

IPMI_LAN

JPG1

JPL4

JSTBY1

JPL3 JPL2

JPL1

COM1

JPWR2

JPWR1 DIMMB2 DIMMB1 DIMMA2 DIMMA1

PCH SLOT7 PCI-E 3.0 X4 (IN X8)

CPU SLOT6 PCI-E 3.0 X8 (IN X16)

SLOT5 PCI 33MHZ (X11SSA-F only)

SLOT4 PCI 33MHZ (X11SSA-F only)

SLOT3 PCI 33MHZ (X11SSA-F only) CPU SLOT2 PCI-E 3.0 X8

SLOT1 PCI 33MHZ (X11SSA-F only)

MAC CODE

BIOS LICENSE

USB2/3

CPU

USB4/5

JBT1

JL1

JTPM1 BT1

Intel PCH

2280
2260 JPME2 JPME1 JBR1
2242

I-SATA2

I-SATA7 I-SATA6

I-SATA3 I-SATA4

JSD2

JSD1

J25

22110

USB8/9 (3.0)

FANA

BAR CODE

JCFG1 FAN3

USB10 (3.0)

FAN2

I-SATA5

JF1 JD1

LED4
J28 SP1

JPI2C1

I-SPGIO2 I-SPGIO1

FAN1

1. Watch Dog 2. BIOS Recovery

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SMBus to PCI Slots
Use jumpers JI2C1 and JI2C2 to connect the System Management Bus (I2C) to PCI- Express slots to improve PCI performance. These two jumpers should be set at the same time. Refer to the table below for jumper settings. The default setting is Disabled.

I2C for PCI-E Slots Jumper Settings

Jumper Setting Definition

Pins 1-2

Enabled

Pins 2-3

Disabled

VGA Enable/Disable
Jumper JPG1 allows the user to enable the onboard VGA connector. The default setting is pins 1-2 to enable the connection. Refer to the table below for jumper settings.The default setting is Enabled.

VGA Enable/Disable Jumper Settings

Jumper Setting Definition

Pins 1-2

Enabled

Pins 2-3

Disabled

JWD1

JI2C2

X11SSA-F/X11SSi-LN4F
REV:1.02 Designed in the USA
1

LED1 JUIDB1

VGA JVGA1

LAN4

LAN3

USB6/7

USB0/1

LAN2

LAN1

(3.0)

BMC

LE5

JPG1

FAN4
2
JSTBY1

IPMI_LAN
JPL4 JPL3 JPL2 JPL1

COM1

JPWR2

COM2

1. SMBus to PCI Slots 2. BMC Enabled

JPWR1 DIMMB2 DIMMB1 DIMMA2 DIMMA1

PCH SLOT7 PCI-E 3.0 X4 (IN X8)

CPU SLOT6 PCI-E 3.0 X8 (IN X16)

SLOT5 PCI 33MHZ (X11SSA-F only)

SLOT4 PCI 33MHZ (X11SSA-F only)

SLOT3 PCI 33MHZ (X11SSA-F only) CPU SLOT2 PCI-E 3.0 X8

SLOT1 PCI 33MHZ (X11SSA-F only)

JI2C1 J1PMB1 MAC CODE MAC CODE

MAC CODE

BIOS LICENSE

USB2/3

CPU

USB4/5

JBT1

JL1

JTPM1 BT1

Intel PCH

2280
2260 JPME2 JPME1 JBR1
2242

I-SATA2

I-SATA7 I-SATA6

I-SATA3 I-SATA4

JSD2

JSD1

J25

USB8/9 (3.0)

22110

FANA

BAR CODE

JCFG1 FAN3

USB10 (3.0)

FAN2

I-SATA5

JF1 JD1

LED4
J28 SP1

JPI2C1

I-SPGIO2 I-SPGIO1

FAN1

Chapter 2: Installation

BIOS Recovery
Use jumper JBR1 to recover the BIOS settings on the motherboard. Refer to the table below for jumper settings. The default setting is Normal.

BIOS Recovery Jumper Settings

Jumper Setting Definition

Pins 1-2

Normal

Pins 2-3

BIOS Recovery

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 below for jumper settings.

Manufacturer Mode Jumper Settings

Jumper Setting Definition

Pins 1-2

Normal

Pins 2-3

ME Recovery

JWD1

JI2C2

X11SSA-F/X11SSi-LN4F
REV:1.02 Designed in the USA

LED1 JUIDB1

VGA JVGA1

LAN4

LAN3

USB6/7

USB0/1

LAN2

LAN1

(3.0)

BMC

LE5

FAN4

IPMI_LAN

JPG1

JPL4

JSTBY1

JPL3 JPL2

JPL1

COM1

JPWR2

COM2

1. BIOS Recovery Enable 2. ME Recovery

JPWR1 DIMMB2 DIMMB1 DIMMA2 DIMMA1

PCH SLOT7 PCI-E 3.0 X4 (IN X8)

CPU SLOT6 PCI-E 3.0 X8 (IN X16)

SLOT5 PCI 33MHZ (X11SSA-F only)

SLOT4 PCI 33MHZ (X11SSA-F only)

SLOT3 PCI 33MHZ (X11SSA-F only) CPU SLOT2 PCI-E 3.0 X8

SLOT1 PCI 33MHZ (X11SSA-F only)

JI2C1 J1PMB1 MAC CODE MAC CODE

MAC CODE

BIOS LICENSE

USB2/3

CPU

USB4/5

JBT1

JL1 JTPM1

BT1

Intel PCH

2280
2260 JPME2 JPME1 JBR1
2242

I-SATA2

I-SATA7 I-SATA6

I-SATA3 I-SATA4

JSD2

JSD1

J25

USB8/9 (3.0)

22110

FANA

BAR CODE

JCFG1 FAN3

USB10 (3.0)

FAN2

I-SATA5

JF1 JD1

LED4
J28 SP1

JPI2C1

I-SPGIO2 I-SPGIO1

FAN1

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Manufacturer Mode Select
Close pin 2 and pin 3 of jumper JPME2 to bypass SPI flash security and force the system to operate in the manufacturer mode, which will allow the user to flash the system firmware from a host server for system setting modifications. Refer to the table below for jumper settings. The default setting is Normal.

Manufacturer Mode Jumper Settings

Jumper Setting Definition

Pins 1-2

Normal

Pins 2-3

Manufacturer Mode

Standby Power
The +5V Standby Power header is located at JSTBY1 on the motherboard. You must have a card with a Standby Power connector and a cable to use this feature. Refer to the table below for pin definitions.

Wake-On-LAN Pin Definitions

Pin# Definition

+5V Standby

Ground

Wake-up

JWD1

JI2C1 J1PMB1 MAC CODE
JI2C2

X11SSA-F/X11SSi-LN4F
REV:1.02 Designed in the USA

LED1 JUIDB1

VGA JVGA1

LAN4

LAN3

USB6/7

USB0/1

LAN2

LAN1

(3.0)

BMC

LE5

JPG1

FAN4

JSTBY1

IPMI_LAN
JPL4 JPL3 JPL2 JPL1

COM1

JPWR2

COM2

1. Manufacturing Mode 2. Wake-On-LAN

JPWR1 DIMMB2 DIMMB1 DIMMA2 DIMMA1

PCH SLOT7 PCI-E 3.0 X4 (IN X8)

CPU SLOT6 PCI-E 3.0 X8 (IN X16)

SLOT5 PCI 33MHZ (X11SSA-F only)

SLOT4 PCI 33MHZ (X11SSA-F only)

SLOT3 PCI 33MHZ (X11SSA-F only) CPU SLOT2 PCI-E 3.0 X8

SLOT1 PCI 33MHZ (X11SSA-F only)

MAC CODE

BIOS LICENSE

USB2/3

CPU

USB4/5

JBT1

JL1

JTPM1 BT1

Intel PCH

2280
2260 JPME2 JPME1 JBR1
2242

I-SATA2

I-SATA7 I-SATA6

I-SATA3 I-SATA4

JSD2

JSD1

J25

USB8/9 (3.0)

22110

FANA

BAR CODE

JCFG1 FAN3

USB10 (3.0)

FAN2

I-SATA5

JF1 JD1

LED4
J28 SP1

JPI2C1

I-SPGIO2 I-SPGIO1

FAN1

Chapter 2: Installation

2.9 LED Indicators
LAN LEDs Two LAN ports (LAN 1 and LAN 2) are located on the I/O back panel of the motherboard. Each Ethernet LAN port has two LEDs. The green LED indicates activity, while the other Link LED may be green, amber, or off to indicate the speed of the connection. Refer to the tables below for more information.
Note: X11SSi-LN4F has additional LAN ports LAN3 and LAN4.

Color Green

LAN1-4 Activity LED (Right) LED State

Status

Definition

Flashing

Active

LAN1-4 Link LED (Left) LED State

LED Color

Definition

Off

No Connection/10 Mbps

Amber

1 Gbps

Green

100 Mbps

JWD1

JI2C1 J1PMB1 MAC CODE
JI2C2

X11SSA-F/X11SSi-LN4F
REV:1.02 Designed in the USA

LED1 JUIDB1

VGA JVGA1

21 43

LAN4

LAN3

USB6/7

USB0/1

LAN2

LAN1

(3.0)

BMC

LE5

FAN4

IPMI_LAN

JPG1

JPL4

JSTBY1

JPL3 JPL2

JPL1

COM1

COM2

JPWR2

JPWR1 DIMMB2 DIMMB1 DIMMA2 DIMMA1

PCH SLOT7 PCI-E 3.0 X4 (IN X8)

CPU SLOT6 PCI-E 3.0 X8 (IN X16)

SLOT5 PCI 33MHZ (X11SSA-F only)

SLOT4 PCI 33MHZ (X11SSA-F only)

SLOT3 PCI 33MHZ (X11SSA-F only) CPU SLOT2 PCI-E 3.0 X8

SLOT1 PCI 33MHZ (X11SSA-F only)

MAC CODE

BIOS LICENSE

I-SATA5

I-SATA3 I-SATA4

I-SATA2

USB2/3 USB4/5 JL1
JTPM1
J25

I-SATA7 I-SATA6

CPU JBT1

2280
2260 JPME2 JPME1 JBR1
2242

BT1

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JSD2

JSD1

USB8/9 (3.0)

22110

FANA

BAR CODE

JCFG1 FAN3

USB10 (3.0)

FAN2

JF1 JD1

LED4
J28 SP1

JPI2C1

FAN1

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4. LAN4 LED (X11SSi-LN4F only)

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Dedicated IPMI LAN LEDs

In addition to LAN1 and LAN2, an IPMI LAN is also located on the I/O back panel. The amber LED on the right indicates activity, while the green LED on the left indicates the speed of the

connection. Refer to the table below for more information.

IPMI LAN

Link LED

Activity LED

Link (left) Activity (Right)

IPMI LAN LEDs Color/State Green: Solid Amber: Solid Amber: Blinking

Definition 100 Mbps 1Gbps Active

Onboard Power LED
The Onboard Power LED is located at LED4 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. Refer to the table below for more information.

Onboard Power LED Indicator

LED Color

Definition

System Off

Off

(power cable not

connected)

Green

System On

JWD1

JI2C2

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LED1 JUIDB1

VGA JVGA1

LAN4

LAN3

USB6/7

USB0/1

LAN2

LAN1

(3.0)

BMC

LE5

FAN4

IPMI_LAN

JPG1

JPL4

JSTBY1

JPL3 JPL2

JPL1

COM1

JPWR2

COM2

1. IPMI LAN LED 2. Onboard Power LED

JPWR1 DIMMB2 DIMMB1 DIMMA2 DIMMA1

PCH SLOT7 PCI-E 3.0 X4 (IN X8)

CPU SLOT6 PCI-E 3.0 X8 (IN X16)

SLOT5 PCI 33MHZ (X11SSA-F only)

SLOT4 PCI 33MHZ (X11SSA-F only)

SLOT3 PCI 33MHZ (X11SSA-F only) CPU SLOT2 PCI-E 3.0 X8

SLOT1 PCI 33MHZ (X11SSA-F only)

JI2C1 J1PMB1 MAC CODE MAC CODE

MAC CODE

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USB2/3

CPU

USB4/5

JBT1

JL1

JTPM1 BT1

Intel PCH

2280
2260 JPME2 JPME1 JBR1
2242

I-SATA2

I-SATA7 I-SATA6

I-SATA3 I-SATA4

JSD2

JSD1

J25

USB8/9 (3.0)

22110

I-SATA5

JCFG1 FAN3

USB10 (3.0)

FAN2

FANA

BAR CODE

JF1 JD1

2
LED4 J28
SP1

JPI2C1

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BMC Heartbeat LED
A BMC Heartbeat LED is located at LE5 on the motherboard. When LE5 is blinking, the BMC is functioning normally. Refer to the table below for more information.

Onboard Power LED Indicator

LED Color

Definition

Green: Blinking

BMC: Normal

JWD1

JI2C1 J1PMB1 MAC CODE
JI2C2

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REV:1.02 Designed in the USA

1 LED1 JUIDB1

VGA JVGA1

LAN4

LAN3

USB6/7

USB0/1

LAN2

LAN1

(3.0)

BMC

LE5

FAN4

IPMI_LAN

JPG1

JPL4

JSTBY1

JPL3 JPL2

JPL1

COM1

JPWR2

COM2

1. BMC Heartbeat LED

JPWR1 DIMMB2 DIMMB1 DIMMA2 DIMMA1

PCH SLOT7 PCI-E 3.0 X4 (IN X8)

CPU SLOT6 PCI-E 3.0 X8 (IN X16)

SLOT5 PCI 33MHZ (X11SSA-F only)

SLOT4 PCI 33MHZ (X11SSA-F only)

SLOT3 PCI 33MHZ (X11SSA-F only) CPU SLOT2 PCI-E 3.0 X8

SLOT1 PCI 33MHZ (X11SSA-F only)

MAC CODE

BIOS LICENSE

I-SATA5

I-SATA3 I-SATA4

I-SATA2

USB2/3 USB4/5 JL1
JTPM1
J25

I-SATA7 I-SATA6

CPU JBT1

2280
2260 JPME2 JPME1 JBR1
2242

BT1

Intel PCH

JSD2

JSD1

USB8/9 (3.0)

22110

FANA

BAR CODE

JCFG1 FAN3

USB10 (3.0)

FAN2

I-SPGIO2 I-SPGIO1

JF1 JD1

LED4
J28 SP1

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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/ orReturning Merchandise for Service’ section(s) in this chapter. Always disconnect the AC power cord before adding, changing or installing any non hot-swap hardware components.
Before Power On
1. Make sure that there are no short circuits between the motherboard and chassis. 2. Disconnect all ribbon/wire cables from the motherboard, including those for the keyboard
and mouse. 3. Remove all add-on cards. 4. Install the CPU (making sure it is fully seated) and connect the front panel connectors to
the motherboard..
No Power
1. Make sure that there are no short circuits between the motherboard and the chassis. 2. Make sure that the ATX power connectors are properly connected. 3. Check that the 115V/230V switch, if available, on the power supply is properly set. 4. Turn the power switch on and off to test the system, if applicable. 5. The battery on your motherboard may be old. Check to verify that it still supplies
~3VDC. If it does not, replace it with a new one.
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No Video
1. If the power is on but you have no video, remove all add-on cards and cables. 2. Use the speaker to determine if any beep codes are present. Refer to Appendix A for
details on beep codes. 3. Remove all memory modules and turn on the system (if the alarm is on, check the
specs of memory modules, reset the memory or try a different one).
System Boot Failure
If the system does not display POST (Power-On-Self-Test) or does not respond after the power is turned on, check the following: 1. Check for any error beep from the motherboard speaker.
· If there is no error beep, try to turn on the system without DIMM modules installed. If there
is still no error beep, replace the motherboard.
· If there are error beeps, clear the CMOS settings by unplugging the power cord and con-
tacting both pads on the CMOS clear jumper (JBT1). (Refer to Section 2-8 in Chapter 2.) 2. Remove all components from the motherboard, especially the DIMM modules. Make
sure that system power is on and that memory error beeps are activated. 3. Turn on the system with only one DIMM module installed. If the system boots, check for
bad DIMM modules or slots by following the Memory Errors Troubleshooting procedure in this chapter.
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
DIMMs are properly and fully installed. (For memory compatibility, refer to the memory compatibility chart posted on our website at http://www.supermicro.com.) 2. Check if different speeds of DIMMs have been installed. It is strongly recommended that you use the same RAM type and speed for all DIMMs in the system. 3. Make sure that you are using the correct type of ECC DDR4 UDIMM modules recommended by the manufacturer. 4. Check for bad DIMM modules or slots by swapping a single module among all memory slots and check the results.
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1. Make sure that all memory modules are fully seated in their slots. Follow the instructions given in Section 2-5 in Chapter 2.
2. Please follow the instructions given in the DIMM population tables listed in Section 2-5 to install your memory modules.
Losing the System’s Setup Configuration
1. Make sure that you are using a high-quality power supply. A poor-quality power supply may cause the system to lose the CMOS setup information. Refer to Chapter 2 for details on recommended power supplies.
2. The battery on your motherboard may be old. Check to verify that it still supplies ~3VDC. If it does not, replace it with a new one.If the above steps do not fix the setup configuration problem, contact your vendor for repairs.
When the System Becomes Unstable
A. If the system becomes unstable during or after OS installation, check the following: 1. CPU/BIOS support: Make sure that your CPU is supported and that you have the latest
BIOS installed in your system. 2. Memory support: Make sure that the memory modules are supported by testing the
modules using memtest86 or a similar utility. Note: Refer to the product page on our website at http:\www.supermicro.com for memory and CPU support and updates.
3. HDD support: Make sure that all hard disk drives (HDDs) work properly. Replace the bad HDDs with good ones.
4. System cooling: Check the system cooling to make sure that all heatsink fans and CPU/ system fans, etc., work properly. Check the hardware monitoring settings in the IPMI to make sure that the CPU and system temperatures are within the normal range. Also check the front panel Overheat LED and make sure that it 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 the minimum power requirements.
6. Proper software support: Make sure that the correct drivers are used.
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B. If the system becomes unstable before or during OS installation, check the following: 1. Source of installation: Make sure that the devices used for installation are working
properly, including boot devices such as CD/DVD and CD/DVD-ROM. 2. Cable connection: Check to make sure that all cables are connected and working
properly. 3. Using the minimum configuration for troubleshooting: Remove all unnecessary
components (starting with add-on cards first), and use the minimum configuration (but with the CPU and a memory module installed) to identify the trouble areas. Refer to the steps listed in Section A above for proper troubleshooting procedures. 4. Identifying bad components by isolating them: If necessary, remove a component in question from the chassis, and test it in isolation to make sure that it works properly. Replace a bad component with a good one. 5. Check and change one component at a time instead of changing several items at the same time. This will help isolate and identify the problem. 6. To find out if a component is good, swap this component with a new one to see if the system will work properly. If so, then the old component is bad. You can also install the component in question in another system. If the new system works, the component is good and the old system has problems.
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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 problems with the specific system configuration that was sold to you.

Please go through the Troubleshooting Procedures and Frequently Asked Questions
(FAQ) sections in this chapter or see the FAQs on our website (http://www.supermicro. com/) before contacting Technical Support. 2. BIOS upgrades can be downloaded from our website (http://www.supermicro.com). 3. If you still cannot resolve the problem, include the following information when contacting Supermicro for technical support:
· Motherboard model and PCB revision number · BIOS release date/version (This can be seen on the initial display when your system first
boots up.)
· System configuration
4. An example of a Technical Support form is on our website at http://www.supermicro.com/ RmaForm/.
· Distributors: For immediate assistance, please have your account number ready when
placing a call to our Technical Support department. We can be reached by email at support@supermicro.com.
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3.3 Frequently Asked Questions
Question: What type of memory does my motherboard support? Answer: The motherboard supports ECC DDR4 UDIMM 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. Question: How do I update my BIOS? Answer: It is recommended that you do not upgrade your BIOS if you are not experiencing any problems with your system. Updated BIOS files are located on our website at http://www. supermicro.com. Please check our BIOS warning message and the information on how to update your BIOS on our website. Select your motherboard model and download the BIOS file to your computer. Also, check the current BIOS revision to make sure that it is newer than your BIOS before downloading. You can choose from the zip file and the .exe file. If you choose the zip BIOS file, please unzip the BIOS file onto a bootable USB device. Run the batch file using the format FLASH.BAT filename.rom from your bootable USB device to flash the BIOS. Then, your system will automatically reboot. Warning: Do not shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS to prevent possible system boot failure!)
Note: The SPI BIOS chip used on this motherboard cannot be removed. Send your motherboard back to our RMA Department at Supermicro for repair. For BIOS Recovery instructions, please refer to the AMI BIOS Recovery Instructions posted at http:// www.supermicro.com.
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3.4 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. Do not damage the battery in any way; a damaged battery may release hazardous materials into the environment. Do not discard a used battery in the garbage or a public landfill. Please comply with the regulations set up by your local hazardous waste management agency to dispose of your used battery properly.
Battery Installation
1. To install an onboard battery, follow steps 1 & 2 above and continue below: 2. Identify the battery’s polarity. The positive (+) side should be facing up. 3. Insert the battery into the battery holder and push it down until you hear a click to
ensure that the battery is securely locked. Warning: When replacing a battery, be sure to only replace it with the same type.
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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. Shipping and handling charges will be applied for all orders that must be mailed when service is complete. For faster service, you can also request a RMA authorization online (http://www.supermicro. com/RmaForm/). This warranty only covers normal consumer use and does not cover damages incurred in shipping or from failure due to the alternation, misuse, abuse or improper maintenance of products. During the warranty period, contact your distributor first for any product problems.
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Chapter 4
BIOS
4.1 Introduction
This chapter describes the AMIBIOSTM setup utility for the X11SSA-F/X11SSi- LN4F motherboard. The BIOS is stored on a Flash EEPROM and can be easily upgraded using a flash program.
Note: Due to periodic changes to the BIOS, some settings may have been added or deleted and might not yet be recorded in this manual. Please refer to the Manual Download area of our website for any changes to BIOS that may not be reflected in this manual.
Starting the Setup Utility
To enter the BIOS setup utility, enter the key while the system is booting up. (In most cases, the key is used to invoke the BIOS setup screen. There are a few cases when other keys are used, such as , , etc.) Each main BIOS menu option is described in this manual. The main BIOS screen has two main frames. The left frame displays all the options that can be configured. “Grayed-out” options cannot be configured. The right frame displays the key legend. Above the key legend is an area reserved for a text message. When an option is selected in the left frame, it is highlighted in white. Often a text message will accompany it. Note that BIOS has default text messages built in. We retain the option to include, omit, or change any of these text messages. Settings printed in Bold are the default values. A ” ” indicates a submenu. Highlighting such an item and pressing the key will open the list of settings within that submenu. The BIOS setup utility uses a key-based navigation system called hot keys. Most of these hot keys (, , , , keys, etc.) can be used at any time during the setup navigation process.
Note 1: Options printed in Bold are default settings. Note 2: is used to load optimal default settings. is used to save the settings and exit the setup utility.
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How To Change the Configuration Data
The configuration data that determines the system parameters may be changed by entering the AMI BIOS setup utility. This setup utility can be accessed by pressing at the appropriate time during system boot.
Note: For AMI UEFI BIOS Recovery, please refer to the UEFI BIOS Recovery User Guide posted at http://www.supermicro.com/support/manuals/.
4.2 Main Setup
When you first enter the AMI BIOS setup utility, you will enter the Main setup screen. You can always return to the Main setup screen by selecting the Main tab on the top of the screen. The Main BIOS setup screen is shown below. The following Main menu items will display:
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System Date/System Time Use this option to change the system date and time. Highlight System Date or System Time using the arrow keys. Enter new values using the keyboard. Press the key or the arrow keys to move between fields. The date must be entered in Day MM/DD/YYYY format. The time is entered in HH:MM:SS format.
Note: The time is in the 24-hour format. For example, 5:30 P.M. appears as 17:30:00. The date’s default value is 01/01/2014 after RTC reset. Supermicro X11SSi-LN4F BIOS Version This item displays the version of the BIOS ROM used in the system. Build Date This item displays the date when the version of the BIOS ROM used in the system was built. Memory Information Total Memory This item displays the total size of memory available in the system. Memory Speed This item displays the speed of memory modules used in the system.
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4.3 Advanced Setup Configurations
Use the arrow keys to select Boot Setup and press to access the submenu items.
Warning: Take caution when changing the Advanced settings. An incorrect value, an inaccurate DRAM frequency, or a wrong DRAM timing setting may cause the system to malfunction. When this occurs, revert the setting to the manufacture default settings.
Boot Feature
Quiet Boot Use this feature to select the screen display between the POST messages and the OEM logo upon bootup. Select Disabled to display the POST messages. Select Enabled to display the OEM logo instead of the normal POST messages. The options are Enabled and Disabled. AddOn ROM Display Mode Use this feature to set the display mode for the Option ROM. Select Keep Current to display the current AddOn ROM setting. Select Force BIOS to use the Option ROM display set by the system BIOS. The options are Force BIOS and Keep Current. Bootup NumLock State Use this feature to set the Power-on state for the key. The options are Off and On. Wait For ‘F1’ If Error Use this feature to force the system to wait until the ‘F1’ key is pressed if an error occurs. The options are Disabled and Enabled.
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INT19 (Interrupt 19) Trap Response Interrupt 19 is the software interrupt that handles the boot disk function. When this item is set to Immediate, the ROM BIOS of the host adaptors will “capture” Interrupt 19 at bootup immediately and allow the drives that are attached to these host adaptors to function as bootable disks. If this item is set to Postponed, the ROM BIOS of the host adaptors will not capture Interrupt 19 immediately and allow the drives attached to these adaptors to function as bootable devices at bootup. The options are Immediate and Postponed. Re-try Boot If this item is enabled, the BIOS will automatically reboot the system from a specified boot device after its initial boot failure. The options are Disabled, Legacy Boot, and EFI Boot.
Power Configuration
Watch Dog Function If enabled, the Watch Dog Timer will allow the system to reset or generate a NMI (Non-Masked Interrupt) based on jumper settings when the system is inactive more than 5 minutes. The options are Enabled and Disabled. Power Button Function This feature controls how the system shuts down when the power button is pressed. Select 4_Seconds_Override for the user to power off the system after pressing and holding the power button for 4 seconds or longer. Select Instant Off to instantly power off the system as soon as the user presses the power button. The options are 4 Seconds Override and Instant Off. Restore on AC Power Loss Use this feature to set the power state after a power outage. Select Stay-Off for the system power to remain off after a power loss. Select Power-On for the system power to be turned on after a power loss. Select Last State to allow the system to resume its last power state before a power loss. The options are Power-On, Stay-Off, and Last State.
CPU Configuration
The following CPU information will display: CPU Signature
· Intel® Xeon® CPU E3-1220 v5 @3.00GHz · CPU Signature · Microcode Patch
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· Max CPU Speed · Min CPU Speed · CPU Speed · Processor Cores · Hyper Threading Technology · Intel VT-x Technology · Intel SMX Technology · 64-bit · EIST Technology · CPU C3 State · CPU C6 State · CPU C7 State · L1 Data Cache · L1 Code Cache · L2 Cache · L3 Cache · L4 Cache
Hyper-threading (Available when supported by the CPU) Select Enabled to support Intel Hyper-threading Technology to enhance CPU performance. The options are Enabled and Disabled. Active Processor Cores This feature determines how many CPU cores will be activated for each CPU. When all is selected, all cores in the CPU will be activated. (Please refer to Intel’s web site for more information.) The options are All 1,2, and 3.
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Intel® Virtualization Technology Select Enable to use Intel Virtualization Technology so that I/O device assignments will be reported directly to the VMM (Virtual Memory Management) through the DMAR ACPI Tables. This feature offers fully-protected I/O resource-sharing across the Intel platforms, providing the user with greater reliability, security and availability in networking and data-sharing. The settings are Enabled and Disabled. Hardware Prefetcher (Available when supported by the CPU) If set to Enabled, the hardware prefetcher will prefetch streams of data and instructions from the main memory to the L2 cache to improve CPU performance. The options are Disabled and Enabled. Adjacent Cache Line Prefetch (Available when supported by the CPU) Select Disabled for the CPU prefetcher to prefetch the cache line for 64 bytes. Select Enabled for the CPU prefetcher to prefetch both cache lines for 128 bytes as comprised. The options are Enabled and Disabled. CPU AES Select Enabled to enable Intel CPU Advanced Encryption Standard (AES) Instructions for CPU to enhance data integrity. The options are Enabled and Disabled. Boot Performance Mode This feature allows the user to select the performance state that the BIOS will set before the operating system handoff. The options are Power Saving, Max Non-Turbo Performance, and Turbo Performance. HardWare P-States (HWP) Use this feature to enable or disable hardware P-States support. The options are Disabled and Enabled. Intel® SpeedStepTM Intel SpeedStep Technology allows the system to automatically adjust processor voltage and core frequency to reduce power consumption and heat dissipation. The options are Disabled and Enabled.
Turbo Mode Select Enabled for processor cores to run faster than the frequency specified by the manufacturer. The options are Disabled and Enabled.
Package Power Limit MSR Lock Select Enabled to lock the package power limit for the model specific registers. The options are Disabled and Enabled.
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Power Limit 1 Override Select Enabled to support average power limit (PL1) override. The options are Disabled and Enabled.
Power Limit 2 Override Select Enabled to support rapid power limit (PL2) override. The options are Disabled and Enabled.
Power Limit 2 Use this item to configure the value for Power Limit 2. The value is in milli watts and the step size is 125mW. Use the number keys on your keyboard to enter the value. Enter 0 to use the manufacture default setting If the value is 0, the BIOS will set PL2 as 1.25* TDP. Enter 0 to use the manufacture default setting.
1-Core Ratio Limit Override This increases (multiplies) 1 clock speed in the CPU core in relation to the bus speed when one CPU core is active. Press “+” or “-” on your keyboard to change the value. Enter 0 to use the manufacture default setting.
2-Core Ratio Limit Override This increases (multiplies) 2 clock speeds in the CPU core in relation to the bus speed when two CPU cores are active. Press “+” or “-” on your keyboard to change the value. Enter 0 to use the manufacture default setting.
3-Core Ratio Limit Override This increases (multiplies) 3 clock speeds in the CPU core in relation to the bus speed when three CPU cores are active. Press “+” or “-” on your keyboard to change the value. Enter 0 to use the manufacture default setting.
4-Core Ratio Limit Override This increases (multiplies) 4 clock speeds in the CPU core in relation to the bus speed when three CPU cores are active. Press “+” or “-” on your keyboard to change the value. Enter 0 to use the manufacture default setting.
CPU C-States Use this feature to enable the C-State of the CPU. The options are Disabled and Enabled.
Enhanced C-States Use this feature to enable the enhanced C-State of the CPU. The options are Disabled and Enabled.
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C-State Auto Demotion Use this feature to prevent unnecessary excursions into the C-states to improve latency. The options are Disabled, C1, C3, and C1 and C3. C-State Un-Demotion Use this feature to enable or disable the un-demotion of C-State. The options are Disabled, C1, C3, and C1 and C3 Package C-State Demotion Use this feature to enable or disable the Package C-State demotion. The options are Disabled and Enabled. Package C-State Un-Demotion Use this feature to enable or disable the Package C-State un-demotion. The options are Disabled and Enabled. C-State Pre-Wake This feature allows the user to enable or disable the C-State Pre-Wake. The options are Disabled and Enabled. Package C-State Limit Use this feature to set the Package C-State limit. The options are C0/C1, C2, C3, C6, C7, C7s, C8, and AUTO.
CPU Thermal Configuration
CPU DTS Select Enabled for the ACPI thermal management to use the DTS SMM mechanism to obtain CPU temperature values. Select Disabled for EC to report the CPU temperature values. The options are Disabled and Enabled. ACPI 3.0 T-States Select Enabled to support CPU throttling by the operating system to reduce power consumption. The options are Enabled and Disabled.
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Chipset Configuration
Warning: Setting the wrong values in the following features may cause the system to malfunction.
System Agent (SA) Configuration
The following System Agent information will display:
· System Agent Bridge Name · SA PCIe Code Version · VT-d
VT-d Select Enabled to enable Intel Virtualization Technology support for Direct I/O VT-d by reporting the I/O device assignments to VMM through the DMAR ACPI Tables. This feature offers fully-protected I/O resource-sharing across the Intel platforms, providing the user with greater reliability, security and availability in networking and data-sharing. The options are Enabled and Disabled. Gaussian Mixture Model Use this feature to enable or disable the System Agent Gaussian Mixture Model device. The options are Enabled and Disabled.
Graphics Configuration
**If a processor that does not have integrated graphics support is used, the following items will display:
Primary Display Use this feature to select the graphics device to be used as the primary display. The options are Auto, PEG, and PCIE.
Primary PEG (PCI-Express Graphics) This feature allows the user to specify which graphics slot to be used as the primary graphics card. The options are Auto, CPU SLOT6 PCI-E 3.0 X8 (INX16), and CPU SLOT2 PCI-E 3.0 X8.
Primary PCIE (PCI-Express Graphics) This feature allows the user to specify which graphics card to be used as the primary graphics card. The options are Auto, Onboard, and PCH SLOT7 PCI-E 3.0 X4 (IN X8).
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*If a processor with integrated graphics support is used, the following items will display:
IGFX VBIOS Version This feature displays the IGFX VBIOS version used in the motherboard. Graphics Turbo IMON Current Use this feature to set the graphics turbo IMON values (from 14-31) to be supported by the current system. The default setting is 31. Primary Display Use this feature to select the graphics device to be used as the primary display. The options are Auto, PEG, and PCIE.
Primary PEG (PCI-Express Graphics) This feature allows the user to specify which graphics slot to be used as the primary graphics card. The options are Auto, CPU SLOT6 PCI-E 3.0 X8 (INX16), and CPU SLOT2 PCI-E 3.0 X8.
Primary PCIE (PCI-Express Graphics) This feature allows the user to specify which graphics card to be used as the primary graphics card. The options are Auto, Onboard, and PCH SLOT7 PCI-E 3.0 X4 (IN X8).
Internal Graphics Select Auto to keep an internal graphics device installed on an expansion slot supported by the CPU to be automatically enabled. The options are Auto, Disabled, and Enabled. GTT Size Use this feature to set the memory size to be used by the graphics translation table (GTT). The options are 2MB, 4MB, and 8MB. Aperture Size Use this feature to set the Aperture size, which is the size of system memory reserved by the BIOS for graphics device use. The options are 128MB, 256MB, 512 MB, 1024MB, 2048MB, and 4096MB. DVMT Pre-Allocated Dynamic Video Memory Technology (DVMT) allows dynamic allocation of system memory to be used for video devices to ensure best use of available system memory based on the DVMT 5.0 platform. The options are 32M, 64M, 96M, 128M, 160M, 192M, 224M, 256M, 288M, 320M, 352M, 384M, 416M, 448M, 480M, 512M, 1024M, 1536M, 2048M, 4M, 8M, 12M, 16M, 20M, 24M, 28M, 32M/F7, 36M, 40M, 44M, 48M, and 52M.
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DVMT Total IGFX Memory Use this feature to set the total memory size to be used by internal graphics devices based on the DVMT 5.0 platform. The options are 128M, 256M, and MAX. IGFX (Graphics) Low Power Mode Select Enabled to use the low power mode for internal graphics devices installed in a small form factor (SFF) computer. The options are Enabled and Disabled. PM Support Use this item to enable the IGFX Power Management function. The options are Enabled and Disabled. PAVP Enable Use this feature to enable or disable the protected audio video path (PAVP). The options are Disabled or Enabled.
DMI/OPI Configuration
The following DMI information will display:
· DMI
DMI VC1 Control Use this feature to enable or disable DMI Virtual Channel 1. The options are Enabled and Disabled. DMI VCm Control Use this feature to enable or disable the DMI Virtual Channel map. The options are Enabled and Disabled. CPU DMI Link ASPM Control Use this feature to set the ASPM (Active State Power Management) state on the SA (System Agent) side of the DMI Link. The options are Disabled and L1. DMI Extended Sync Control Use this feature to enable or disable the DMI extended synchronization. The options are Disabled and Enabled. DMI De-Emphasis Control Use this feature to configure the De- emphasis control on DMI. The options are -6dB and -3.5dB.
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PEG Port Configuration
CPU SLOT6 PCI-E 3.0 X8 (IN x16) Slot6 Enable Root Port Select Enabled to enable Root Port support for the device installed on Slot6. The options are Auto, Enabled, and Disabled.
Slot6 Max Link Speed This feature allows the user to select the maximum link speed support for the PCI-E device installed on Slot6. The options are Auto, Gen1, Gen2, and Gen3. Slot6 Max Payload Size Use this feature to select the maximum payload size for the device installed on Slot6. The options are Auto, 128 TLP, and 256 TLP.
Slot6 Power Limit Value Use this feature to set the upper limit on the power supplied by the PCIE slot. Press “+” or “-” on your keyboard to change this value. The default setting is 25.
Slot6 Power Limit Scale Use this feature to select the scale used for the slot power limit value. The options are 1.0x, 0.1x, 0.01x, and 0.001x.
CPU SLOT2 PCI-E 3.0 X8 Slot2 Enable Root Port Select Enabled to enable Root Port support for the device installed on Slot6. The options are Auto, Enabled, and Disabled.
Slot2 Max Link Speed This feature allows the user to select the maximum link speed support for the PCI-E device installed on Slot2. The options are Auto, Gen1, Gen2, and Gen3. Slot2 Max Payload Size Use this feature to select the maximum payload size for the device installed on Slot2. The options are Auto, 128 TLP, and 256 TLP.
Slot2 Power Limit Value Use this feature to set the upper limit on the power supplied by the PCIE slot. Press “+” or “-” on your keyboard to change this value. The default setting is 25.
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Slot2 Power Limit Scale Use this feature to select the scale used for the slot power limit value. The options are 1.0x, 0.1x, 0.01x, and 0.001x. Program PCIe ASPM After OPROM PCIe ASPM, the Active State Power Management for PCI-Express slots, is a power management protocol used to manage power consumption of serial-link devices installed on PCI-Exp slots during a prolonged off-peak time. If this item is set to Enabled, PCI-E ASMP will be programmed after OPROM. If this item is set to Disabled, the PCI-E ASPM will be programmed before OPROM. The options are Disabled and Enabled.
Memory Configuration
The following memory information will display:
· Memory RC Version · Memory Frequency · Total Memory · VDD · DIMMA1 · DIMMA2 · DIMMB1 · DIMMB2 · Memory Timings (tCL-tRCD-tRP-tRAS)
Maximum Memory Frequency Use this feature to set the maximum memory frequency for onboard memory modules. The options are Auto, 1067, 1200, 1333, 1400, 1600, 1800, 1867, 2000, 2133, 2200, and 2400. Max TOLUD This feature sets the maximum TOLUD value, which specifies the “Top of Low Usable DRAM” memory space to be used by internal graphics devices, GTT Stolen Memory, and TSEG, respectively, if these devices are enabled. The options are Dynamic, 1 GB, 1.25 GB, 1.5 GB, 1.75 GB, 2 GB, 2.25 GB, 2.5 GB, 2.75 GB, 3 GB, 3.25 GB, and 3.5 GB.
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Energy Performance Gain Use this feature to enable or disable the energy performance gain. The options are Disabled and Enabled. Memory Scrambler Select Enabled to enable memory scrambler support. The options are Disabled and Enabled. Fast Boot Use this feature to enable or disable fast path through the memory reference code. The options are Enabled and Disabled. REFRESH_2X_MODE Use this feature to select the refresh mode. The options are Disabled, 1-Enabled for WARM or HOT, and 2-Enabled HOT only. Closed Loop Thermal Throttling Management Select Enabled to support Closed-Loop Thermal Throttling which will improve reliability and reduces CPU power consumption via automatic voltage control while the CPU are in idle states. The options are Disabled and Enabled.
GT – Power Management Control
The following GT – Power Management Control information will display:
· GT Info
RC6 (Render Standby) Select Enabled to enable render standby support. The options are Disabled and Enabled.
PCH-IO Configuration
The following PCH-IO information will display:
· Intel PCH RC Version · Intel PCH SKU Name · Intel PCH Rev ID
PCI Express Configuration
PCH DMI Link ASPM Control Use this feature to set the ASPM (Active State Power Management) state on the SA (System Agent) side of the DMI Link. The options are Disabled and Enabled.
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Peer Memory Write Enable Use this feature to enable or disable peer memory write. The options are Disabled or Enabled.
PCH SLOT7 PCI-E 3.0 X4 (IN X8)
Slot7 ASPM Select Auto for the BIOS to automatically configure ASPM (Active State Power Management) settings for Slot 7 when a device is installed on the slot. The options are Disabled, L1, L0s & L1, and Auto. Slot7 L1 Substates Use this feature to configure the Level 1 substate setting for PCH Slot 7. The options are Disabled, L1.1, L1.2, and L1.1 & L1.2. Slot7 PCIe Speed Use this feature to select the PCI-E speed setting for PCH Slot 7. The options are Auto, Gen1, Gen2, and Gen3. Detect Non-Compliance Select Enabled for the AMI BIOS to automatically detect a PCI-E device that is not compliant with the PCI-E standards. The options are Disabled and Enabled. Port 61h Bit-4 Emulation Select Enabled to enable I/O port 61h Bit-4 emulation support for a legacy USB keyboard to be supported by the operating system that does not recognize a legacy USB device. The options are Disabled and Enabled. PCIe PLL SSC Select Enabled to enable Phase Locked Loop (PLL) support on the Spread Spectrum Clock (SSC) settings to help reduce Electromagnetic Interference caused by the components in the system. Select Disabled to enhance system stability. The options are Disabled and Enabled.
SATA Configuration
When this submenu is selected, the AMI BIOS automatically detects the presence of the SATA devices that are supported by the Intel PCH chip and displays the following items: SATA Controller(s) This item enables or disables the onboard SATA controller supported by the Intel PCH chip. The options are Enabled and Disabled.
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SATA Mode Selection Use this item to select the mode for the installed SATA drives. The options are AHCI and RAID. SATA Frozen Use this item to enable the HDD Security Frozen Mode. The options are Enabled and Disabled. If the item above “Configure SATA as” is set to AHCI, the following items will display:
SATA Port 0~ Port 7 This item displays the information detected on the installed SATA drive on the particular SATA port. Port 0~ Port 7 The status of a SATA port will be displayed as detected by the BIOS. Port 0 ~ Port 7 Software Preserve The status of software preserve of a SATA port will display as it is detected by the BIOS. Port 0 ~ Port 7 Hot Plug This feature designates the port specified for hot plugging. Set this item to Enabled for hotplugging support, which will allow the user to replace a SATA disk drive without shutting down the system. The options are Enabled and Disabled. Port 0 ~ Port 7 Spin Up Device On an edge detect from 0 to 1, set this item to allow the PCH to initialize the device. The options are Enabled and Disabled. Port 0 ~ Port 7 SATA Device Type Use this item to specify if the SATA port specified by the user should be connected to a Solid State drive or a Hard Disk Drive. The options are Hard Disk Drive and Solid State Drive. If the item above “SATA Mode Selection” is set to RAID, the following items will display: SATA RAID Option ROM/UEFI Driver Select UEFI to load the EFI drvier for system boot. Select Legacy to load a legacy driver for system boot. The options are Legacy ROM and UEFI Driver. SATA Frozen Use this item to enable the HDD Security Frozen Mode. The options are Enabled and Disabled.
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SATA Port 0~ Port 7 This item displays the information detected on the installed SATA drive on the particular SATA port. Port 0~ Port 7 The status of a SATA port will be displayed as detected by the BIOS. Port 0 ~ Port 7 Software Preserve The status of software preserve of a SATA port will display as it is detected by the BIOS. Port 0 ~ Port 7 Hot Plug This feature designates the port specified for hot plugging. Set this item to Enabled for hotplugging support, which will allow the user to replace a SATA disk drive without shutting down the system. The options are Enabled and Disabled. Port 0 ~ Port 7 Spin Up Device On an edge detect from 0 to 1, set this item to allow the PCH to initialize the device. The options are Enabled and Disabled. Port 0 ~ Port 7 SATA Device Type Use this item to specify if the SATA port specified by the user should be connected to a Solid State drive or a Hard Disk Drive. The options are Hard Disk Drive and Solid State Drive.
PCIe/PCI/PnP Configuration
The following information will display: PCI Bus Driver Version PCI Devices Common Settings: PCI Latency Timer Use this feature to set the latency Timer of each PCI device installed on a PCI bus. Select 32 to set the PCI latency to 32 PCI clock cycles. The options are 32 PCI Bus Clocks, 64 PCI Bus Clocks, 96 PCI Bus Clocks, 128 PCI Bus Clocks, 160 PCI Bus Clocks, 192 PCI Bus Clocks, 224 PCI Bus Clocks, and 248 PCI Bus Clocks. PCI PERR/SERR Support Select Enabled to support PERR (PCI/PCI-E Parity Error)/SERR (System Error) runtime error reporting for a PCI/PCI-E slot. The options are Enabled and Disabled. Above 4G Decoding (Available if the system supports 64-bit PCI decoding) Select Enabled to decode a PCI device that supports 64-bit in the space above 4G Address. The options are Enabled and Disabled.
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SLOT1 PCI 33MHz OPROM (For the X11SSA-F Only) Use this feature to select which firmware type to be loaded for the add-on card installed in this slot for system boot. The options are Disabled, Legacy, and EFI. CPU SLOT2 PCI-E 3.0 X8 OPROM (For the X11SSA-F Only) Use this feature to select which firmware type to be loaded for the add-on card installed in this slot for system boot. The options are Disabled, Legacy, and EFI. SLOT3 PCI 33MHz OPROM/SLOT4 PCI 33MHz OPROM/SLOT5 PCI 33MHz OPROM (For the X11SSA-F Only) Use this feature to select which firmware type to be loaded for the add-on card installed in the slot specified by the user for system boot. The options are Disabled, Legacy, and EFI. CPU SLOT6 PCI-E 3.0 X8 (IN X16) OPROM/PCH SLOT7 PCI-E 3.0 X4 (IN X8) OPROM (For the X11SSA-F Only) Use this feature to select which firmware type to be loaded for the add-on card installed in the slot specified by the user for system boot. The options are Disabled, Legacy, and EFI. CPU SLOT2 PCI-E 3.0 X8 OPROM (Available on the X11SSi-LN4F Only) Use this feature to select which firmware type to be loaded for the add-on card installed in this slot for system boot. The options are Disabled, Legacy, and EFI. CPU SLOT6 PCI-E 3.0 X8 (IN X16) OPROM (Available on the X11SSi-LN4F Only) Use this feature to select which firmware type to be loaded for the add-on card installed in this slot for system boot. The options are Disabled, Legacy, and EFI. PCH SLOT7 PCI-E 3.0 X4 (IN X8) OPROM (Available on the X11SSi-LN4F Only) Use this feature to select which firmw

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