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X10SLX-F User’s Manual
3-3 Frequently Asked Questions
Question:
What type of memory does my motherboard support?
Answer:
The X10SLX-F supports up to 32GB of unbuffered ECC DDR3 SDRAM
(1.5V/1.35V, 1600/1333 MHz). See Chapter 2 for memory support and installation
instructions.
Question:
How do I update my BIOS?
Answer:
We do NOT recommend that you upgrade your BIOS if you are not ex-
periencing any problems with your system. Updated BIOS files are located on our
website at
http://www.supermicro.com/support/bios/
. Please check our BIOS warn-
ing message and the information on how to update your BIOS on our web site.
Select your motherboard model and download the BIOS ROM file to your computer.
Also, check the current BIOS revision to make sure that it is newer than your BIOS
before downloading. You may choose the zip file. If you choose the zipped BIOS
file, please unzip the BIOS file onto a bootable device or a USB pen/thumb drive.
To flash the BIOS, run the batch file named "ami.bat" with the new BIOS ROM
file from your bootable device or USB pen/thumb drive. Use the following format:
F:\> ami.bat BIOS-ROM-filename.xxx <Enter>
Note:
Always use the file named “ami.bat” to update the BIOS, and insert
a space between "ami.bat" and the filename. The BIOS-ROM-filename
will bear the motherboard name (i.e., X10SLX-F) and build version as the
extension. For example, "X10SLX-F.115". When completed, your system
will automatically reboot.
When the BIOS flashing screen is completed, the system will reboot and
will show “Press F1 or F2”. At this point, you will need to load the BIOS
defaults. Press <F1> to go to the BIOS setup screen, and press <F9> to
load the default settings. Next, press <F10> to save and exit. The system
will then 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 installed on this motherboard is not removable.
To repair or replace a damaged BIOS chip, please send your motherboard
to RMA at Supermicro for service.
Question:
I think my BIOS is corrupted. How can I recover my BIOS?
Answer:
Please see Appendix C-BIOS Recovery for detailed instructions.
Question:
What is the heatsink part number for my X10SLX-F motherboard?
Answer:
For the 1U passive heatsink, use SNK-P0046P (back plate is included).
For the 2U active heatsink, use SNK-P0046A4.
