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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 X12SPi-TF motherboard.
About This Motherboard
The Supermicro X12SPi-TF supports the 3rd Generation Intel® Xeon Scalable Processor
Socket P+ (LGA4189) with up to 40 cores and a thermal design power (TDP) of up to 270W.
Built with the Intel PCH C621A chipset, the X12SPi-TF supports 8-channel, 8-DIMM DDR4
ECC RDIMM/LRDIMM memory with speeds of up to 3200MHz, SATA 3.0 ports, an M.2
slot, and a Trusted Platform Module (TPM) header. The X12SPi-TF is optimized for high-
performance, high-end computing platforms that address the needs of next generation server
applications. 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/
.
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 high voltage may be encountered while performing a procedure.
Warning!
Indicates important information given to prevent equipment/property damage
or personal injury.
Important:
Important information given to ensure proper system installation or to
relay safety precautions.
Note:
Additional Information given to differentiate various models or provides infor
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mation for proper system setup.
