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Chapter 4: Motherboard Connections
Super I/O Module (SIOM)
A Supermicro proprietary SIOM (Super I/O Module) connector, supported by CPU1, is located
at SIOM in your system. This SIOM slot supports PCI-E 3.0 x16 add-on cards. Connect your
PCI-E devices via appropriate cables to this slot for PCI-E I/O support. For your system to work
properly, please use the PCI-E devices that are fully compliant with the PCI-E standard only.
Power Switch
A power switch is located next to the IPMP LAN on the front panel. Press this switch to turn
on or turn off the system power.
Serial Port
A COM port (JCOM1) port is located near the front panel on the motherboard. This COM port
provides serial communication support.
