Chapter 4: AMI BIOS

Headless Mode

When this feature is enabled, the system will function normally without a keyboard, monitor or mouse installed in the system. The options are Enabled and Disabled.

NUMA Support

Select Enabled to enable Non-Uniform Memory Access support to improve CPU performance for a system that has an OS with NUMA support. The options are Enabled, Disabled and NUMA for SLES11.

WHEA Support

Select Enabled to enable Windows Hardware Error Architecture (WHEA) support which provides a common infrastructure for the system to handle hardware errors on a Windows OS to reduce system crashes due to hardware errors and to en- hance system recovery and health monitoring. The default setting is Enabled.

High Precision Event Timer

Select Enabled to activate the High Precision Event Timer (HPET) that produces periodic interrupts at a much higher frequency than a Real-time Clock (RTC) does in synchronizing multimedia streams, providing smooth playback and reducing the dependency on other timestamp calculation devices, such as an x86 RDTSC Instruction embedded in the CPU. The High Performance Event Timer is used to replace the 8254 Programmable Interval Timer. The options are Enabled and Disabled.

Trusted Computing (Optional for OEM only)

TCG/TPM (Trusted Platform Module) Support

Select Yes on this item and enable the TPM jumper on the motherboard to enable TCG (TPM 1.1/1.2)/TPM support for data integrity and network security. The options are No and Yes. If this feature is set to Yes, the following items will display:

TPM Enable/Disable Status

This item displays the status of TPM Enabled/Disabled state.

TPM Owner Status

This item displays the status of TPM Ownership.

IPMI Configuration

Intelligent Platform Management Interface (IPMI) is used to monitor system health and to manage the system as a whole. For more information on the IPMI specifica- tions, please visit Intel's website at www.intel.com.

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X8DTE-F, X8DT6-F, X8DT6, X8DTE specifications

Super Micro Computer offers a robust line of server motherboards designed for high performance, reliability, and scalability. Among these are the X8DTE, X8DT6, X8DT6-F, and X8DTE-F models, which cater to diverse computing needs in enterprise environments.

The X8DTE motherboard is equipped with an Intel 5500 chipset and supports dual-socket configurations, allowing for the installation of powerful Intel Xeon 5500 and 5600 series processors. With support for up to 192GB of DDR3 ECC memory, the X8DTE ensures data integrity and error correction, making it an ideal choice for mission-critical applications. It also features six SATA 3.0 Gb/s interfaces for storage solutions, ensuring high data transfer rates and ample storage capability.

The X8DT6 motherboard shines with its flexible architecture and support for dual CPUs, also accommodating the Intel Xeon 5500 and 5600 series processors. This model offers expansive memory potential, supporting up to 192GB of DDR3 ECC memory, which is crucial for applications demanding high memory bandwidth. Additionally, the X8DT6 provides optimized power management features, enhancing energy efficiency and reducing operational costs.

For those seeking advanced storage capabilities, the X8DT6-F and X8DTE-F variants come with integrated SAS support, offering enhanced performance for critical database applications. These models are designed to support Supermicro’s innovative SuperStorage systems, which can handle extensive data workloads efficiently. The X8DTE-F motherboard offers a total of eight 3.5-inch hot-swap drive bays, providing flexibility in storage management.

All four motherboard models feature Supermicro's robust security features, including chassis intrusion detection and a dedicated management controller for remote server management. Their compatibility with a wide range of operating systems and virtualization software, such as VMware and Microsoft Hyper-V, ensures that users can optimize their server environments tailored to specific workloads.

In conclusion, the Super Micro X8DTE, X8DT6, X8DT6-F, and X8DTE-F motherboards excel in delivering exceptional performance and reliability for demanding server applications. With their advanced technologies, extensive memory support, and versatile storage options, these motherboards represent an excellent choice for businesses seeking to enhance their computing infrastructure.
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