AIC Mensa User manual

UM_Mensa_v1_081518
Mensa
Server Motherboard
User's Manual

Contents
Table of Contents
Safety Instructions ������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� i
About This Manual ����������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� ii
Chapter 1� Product Features ����������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 1
1.1 Components....................................................................................................... 1
1.2 Specications .................................................................................................... 2
1.3 Feature............................................................................................................... 3
Chapter 2� Hardware Setup������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 4
2.1 Central Processing Unit Setup .......................................................................... 4
2.1.1 Processor Installation.................................................................................................... 4
2.2 System Memory Setup ...................................................................................... 7
2.2.1 DIMM Installation ........................................................................................................ 7
2.2.2 DIMM Location............................................................................................................ 8
2.2.3 DIMM Slot Installation Order ...................................................................................... 9
Chapter 3� Motherboard Settings ������������������������������������������������������������������������� 11
3.1 Motherboard Block Diagram .......................................................................... 11
3.2 Motherboard Content List ............................................................................... 12
3.3 Motherboard Connector and Jumper Location................................................ 13
3.4 Connector and Jumper..................................................................................... 14
3.5 System LED Indicator..................................................................................... 16
Chapter 4. BIOS Conguration Settings�������������������������������������������������������������� 18
4.1 Navigation Keys.............................................................................................. 18
4.2 BIOS Menu .................................................................................................... 19
4.3 Main ............................................................................................................... 20
4.3.1 Main............................................................................................................................ 20
4.4 Advanced ........................................................................................................ 21
4.4.1 iSCSI Conguration.................................................................................................... 21
4.4.2 Intel® Virtual RAID on CPU ..................................................................................... 21
4.4.3 Trusted Computing ..................................................................................................... 21
4.4.4 APCI Settings.............................................................................................................. 21

Contents
4.4.5 S5 RTC Wake Settings................................................................................................ 22
4.4.6 Serial Port Console Redirection.................................................................................. 22
4.4.7 COM1 Console Redirection settings .......................................................................... 22
4.4.8 Legacy Console Redirction Settings........................................................................... 22
4.4.9 Serial port for Out-of-Band Management/Windows Emergency Services (EMS) .... 23
Console Redirection Settings ...................................................................................... 23
4.4.10 PCI Subsystem Settings............................................................................................ 23
4.4.11 Network Stack Conguration ................................................................................... 23
4.4.12 S5 RTC Wake Setting ............................................................................................... 24
4.4.13 USB Conguration ................................................................................................... 24
4.4.14 Onboard Device Conguration................................................................................. 24
4.4.15 Option ROM Dispatch Policy................................................................................... 24
4.4.16 NVDIMM ADR Conguration................................................................................. 25
4.4.17 AST2500 Super IO Conguration ............................................................................ 25
4.4.18 Option ROM Dispatch Policy................................................................................... 25
4.4.19 Hardware Health Conguration................................................................................ 25
4.4.20 Sensor Data Register Monitoring ............................................................................. 25
4.5 Platform Conguration.................................................................................... 26
4.5.1 Platform Conguration ............................................................................................... 26
4.5.2 PCH Conguration .................................................................................................... 27
4.5.3 Miscellaneous Conguration ..................................................................................... 28
4.5.4 Server ME Conguration .......................................................................................... 28
4.6 Socket Conguration....................................................................................... 29
4.6.1 Socket Conguration .................................................................................................. 29
4.6.2 Processor Conguration............................................................................................. 30
4.6.3 Common RefCode Conguration ............................................................................... 30
4.6.4 UPI Conguration....................................................................................................... 30
4.6.5 Memory Conguration ............................................................................................... 31
4.6.6 IIO Conguration ....................................................................................................... 31
4.6.7 Advanced Management Power Conguration ............................................................ 33
4.7 Server Management......................................................................................... 34
4.7.1 Server Management .................................................................................................... 34
4.7.2 System Event Log....................................................................................................... 35

4.7.3 BMC Network Conguration ..................................................................................... 35
4.8 Security............................................................................................................ 36
4.8.1 Security ....................................................................................................................... 36
4.9 Boot ................................................................................................................. 38
4.9.1 Boot............................................................................................................................. 38
4.9.2 Delete Boot Option ................................................................................................... 38
4.10 Save and Exit................................................................................................. 39
4.10.1 Save and Exit ............................................................................................................ 39
Chapter 5. BMC Conguration Settings �������������������������������������������������������������� 40
5.1 Login ............................................................................................................... 40
5.2 Web GUI ........................................................................................................ 41
5.2.1 Menu Bar .................................................................................................................... 41
5.2.2 User Information and Quick Button .......................................................................... 42
5.2.3 Dashboard ................................................................................................................... 43
5.2.4 Sensor ......................................................................................................................... 43
5.2.5 System Inventory ........................................................................................................ 44
5.2.6 FRU Information ........................................................................................................ 44
5.2.7 Logs and Reports ........................................................................................................ 45
5.2.8 Settings ....................................................................................................................... 46
5.2.9 Remote Control........................................................................................................... 48
5.2.10 Power Control........................................................................................................... 53
5.2.11 Chassis Identify Control ........................................................................................... 54
5.2.12 Set Front Panel Enables ............................................................................................ 54
5.2.13 Maintenance.............................................................................................................. 55
5.2.14 Sign out..................................................................................................................... 57
Chapter 6� Technical Support�������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 58
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Safety Instructions
When installing, operating, or performing maintenance on this equipment, the following safety
precautions should always be taken into account in order to reduce the risk of re, electric shock,
and personal injury.
Carefully read the safety instructions below before using this product.
• Observe all of the warning and instruction signs distinctively marked on the product.
• Before performing system installations, please consult the User’s Manual provided with this
product.
• Do not place this product on an uneven or weak surface (unstable cart, stand, table, ect.) that
might induce the product to fall and sustain serious damage.
• Install only the equipment or device identied in the User’s Manual. Deploying other equipment
or device with this motherboard could invoke improper connection of circuitry that leads to re
or personal injury.
• This product should only be operated with the type of power source indicated on the marked
label. If you are questionable about which type of power supply is used in your area, consult
your dealer or local Power Company.
• Disconnect the power supply module before removing power from the system.
• Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning. Use a damp cloth for cleaning. Do not
use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners.
• Do not use this product near a water source, including faucet and lavatory.
• Never spill liquids of any kind on this product.
• Never shove objects of any kind into this product’s open slots, as they may touch dangerous
voltage points or short out parts and could result in re or electric shock.
• Do not block or cover slots and openings in this unit, as they were made for ventilation and
prevent this unit from overheating. Do not place this product in a built-in installation unless
proper ventilation is available.
• Do not disassemble this product. This product should only be taken apart by trained personnel.
Opening or removing covers and circuit boards may expose you to electric shock or other risks.
Incorrect reassembly can also cause electric shock when the unit is subsequently used.
• Risk of explosion is possible if battery is replaced with an incompatible type. Dispose of used
batteries accordingly.
• This product is equipped with a three-wire grounding type plug, a plug with a third (grounding)
pin. As a safety feature, this plug is intended to t only into a grounding type power outlet. If
you are unable to insert the plug into the outlet, contact your electrician to replace the outlet.
Do not remove the grounding type plug or use a 3-Prong To 2-Prong Adapter to circumvent the
safety feature; doing so may result in electric shock and/or damage to this product.

About This Manual
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Thank you for selecting and purchasing the Mensa Serverboard.
This user's manual is provided for professional technicians to perform easy hardware setup,
basic system configurations, and quick software startup. This document pellucidly presents a
brief overview of the product design, device installation, and firmware settings for the Mensa
motherboard. For the latest version of this user's manual, please refer to the AIC website: http://
www.aicipc.com/tw/productdetail/51087.
Chapter 1 Product Features
This chapter delivers the overall layout of the product, including the fundamental components on
the motherboard, design specifications, and noteworthy features. Mensa is an ideal server grade
motherboard that is specically designed to accommodate diverse enterprises for managing heavy
workloads, databases, nearline applications, and cloud deployments. This product supports the
Intel® Xeon® Scalable Processor and Socket P0 socket type with a memory support of 6 channel
DDR4 2400/2666 MHz.
Chapter 2 Hardware Setup
This chapter displays an easy installation guide for assembling the CPU(Central Processing
Unit) and memory chip. Utmost caution for proceeding to set up the hardware is highly advised.
The components on the motherboard are highly fragile and vulnerable to exterior influence. Do
not attempt to endanger the device by placing the device in a potentially unstable or hazardous
surroundings, including positioning the device on an uneven grounds or humid environments.
Chapter 3 Motherboard Settings
This chapter elaborates the overall layout of the server motherboard, including multifarious
connectors, jumpers, and LED descriptions. These descriptions assist users to congure different
settings and functions of the motherboard, as well as to conrm the location of each connector and
jumper.
Chapter 4 BIOS Conguration Settings
This chapter introduces the key features of BIOS, including the descriptions and option keys for
diverse functions. These details provide users to effortlessly navigate and congure the input/output
devices.
Chapter 5 BMC Conguration Settings
This chapter illustrates the diverse functions of IPMI BMC, including the details on logging into the
web page and assorted denitions. These descriptions are helpful in conguring various functions
through Web GUI without entering the BIOS setup. For more information of BMC congurations,
please refer to IPMI BMC (Aspeed2500) User's Manual for a more detailed description.
Chapter 6 Technical Support
For more information or suggestion, please contact the nearest AIC corporation representative in
your district or visit the AIC website: http://www.aicipc.com/tw/index. It is our greatest honor to
provide the best service for our customers.

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Chapter 1� Product Features
This section describes the hardware specications and features of the Mensa motherboard.
The fundamental components of the Mensa severboard are provided below.
1�1 Components
Mensa Serverboard
Product specifications and features are subject to change without prior notice.
1 x PCIE Gen.3 x 16 slot
From CPU1
2 x PCIE Gen.3 x 16 slot
(share with x8 slot)
From CPU1
3 x PCIE Gen.3 x 16 slot
(share with x8 slot)
From CPU0
2 x M.2 2280/22110
Support PCIE Gen.3 x2
(from PCH)
10 x SATA 6G
(2 by 7pin SATA connectors
8 by 2 x mini-SAS HD )
LGA3647 Socket P0 for
Intel® Xeon® Processor
Skylake-SP (CPU1)
LGA3647 Socket P0 for
Intel® Xeon® Processor
Skylake-SP (CPU0)
VGA Port 2 x 10GBase-T RJ-45 2 x USB 3.0 + RJ45
dedicated NIC for BMC
Audio Phone Jack
6 x DDR4 DIMM Slots
6 Channels (from CPU1)
6 x DDR4 DIMM Slots
6 Channels (from CPU0)

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1.2 Specications
System
Processor
Support Intel® Xeon® Scalable Processors
UPI Speeds 9.6 GT/s, 10.4 GT/s
Socket Type Socket P0 (LGA-3647 Socket)
System
Memory
• DDR4 2400/2666 MHz
• Total 12 memory slots ;
6 channel per CPU (1DPC)
Expansion
Slots
• 1 x PCI-E Gen3 x16 slots
• 5 x PCI-E Gen3 x16 slots,
share with the side of PCI-E Gen3 x8 slots
System BIOS
BIOS Type AMI UEFI BIOS
BIOS
Features
• ACPI
• PXE
• WOL
• AC loss recovery
• IPMI KCS interface
• SMBIOS
• Serial console redirection
• BIOS Recovery Mode
• SRIOV
On-board
Devices
SATA
Intel® Lewisburg PCH on-chip solution
• 8 x SATA 6.0 Gb/s (by 2 x mini-SAS HD)
• 2 x SATA 6.0 Gb/s (by 2 x SATA 7 pin)
IPMI
Aspeed AST2500 Advanced PCIe Graphics &
Remote Management Processor
• Baseboard Management Controller
• Intelligent Platform Interface 2.0 (IPMI 2.0)
• iKVM, Media Redirection, IPMI over LAN,
Serial over LAN
• SMASH Support
• HTML5
Network
Controller
• Intel X550-AT2 dual ports 10GBase-T
with RJ45 connectors @rear I/O
• Realtek RTL8211E for BMC dedicate
management port
Graphics
Aspeed AST2500 Advanced PCIe Graphics &
Remote Management Processor
• PCIe VGA/2D Controller
• 1920x1200@60Hz 32bpp
Input/Output
SATA
• 10 x SATA 6.0 Gb/s ports
8 x SATA 6.0 Gb/s (by 2 x mini-SAS HD)
2 x SATA 6.0 Gb/s (by 2 x SATA 7 pin)
LAN • 2 x 10GBase-T RJ45
• 1 x GbE RJ45 dedicated to BMC management
USB
• 2 x USB 3.0 double-stack Type-A connectors
• 1 x USB internal pin-header to support
2 x USB 2 .0 + 1 x internal USB 2.0
vertical Type-A connector
• 1 x USB internal pin-header to support
2 x USB 3.0 + 1 x internal USB 3.0
vertical Type-A connector
at Rear IO
VGA • 1 x external VGA port
Serial Port• 2 x internal COM pin-headers
Others• 1 x TPM header
• 2 x NGFF (M.2) supports PCI-E Gen3 x2 /SATA

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1�3 Feature
The Mensa server board offers the latest Xeon® Scalable Processors technology Features: solutions
with compelling performance and provides premium power efciency, which is optimized for ef-
cient performance platforms (storage, security andcommunications infrastructure).
By implementing Intel® Xeon® Scalable Processors, fully integrated microarchitecture,
the Mensa server board delivers unmatched performance, providing six channels of DDR4
2400/2666 per socket, dual port RJ-45 10GBase-T power by Intel X550-AT2. With various selec-
tions that support PCIe Gen3 x16 and PCIe Gen3 x16 with 5 sets of one PCI Express Gen3 x16 or
two Gen3 x8, we provide the best combination for PCI Express Bifurcation.
Featured with ground breaking technologies including Intel® Next Generation Microarchitecture
and Instruction Set (AVX-512, VMD, QAT - optional by PCH SKU), Speed Shift Technology, UPI
link speeds up to 10.4GT/s, the Mensa server board enable next generation server solutions with an
incredible leap in performance.
• Supports Intel® Xeon® Scalable Processors (Platinum, Gold, Silver, Bronze) for highest
server performance and improved power efciency
• Supports up to 6 x PCI-E Gen.3 x16 slots; 1 x PCI-E Gen.3 x16 slots from CPU1 + 5 x
PCI-E Gen.3 x16 slots (share with the x8 slots by the side)
• Supports 2 x NGFF (M.2) up to 22/110 with PCI-E Gen.3 x2/SATA (from PCH)
• Supports up to 10 SATA 6Gb/s ports
• Onboard dual ports RJ-45 10GBase-T supported by Intel® Sageville X550-AT2 Ethernet
Controller
• Onboard Baseboard Management Controller for system management and IPMI control

Chapter 2. Hardware Setup
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This section describes a simple instruction guide for installing the hardware components on the
serverboard system. Turn off and unplug all system and peripheral devices before proceeding.
2�1 Central Processing Unit Setup
The serverboard supports dual Xeon scalable processors and Socket P0 (LGA-3647 Socket).
2�1�1 Processor Installation
To ensure a safe and easy setup, you need to prepare before installation:
 a T20 Torx screwdriver
 ESD wrist strap/mat and conductive foam pad
CAUTION!
The pins of the processor socket are vulerable and easily susceptible to damage if ngers
or any foreign objects are pressed against them. Please keep the socket protective cover
on when the processor is not installed.
CAUTION!
When unpacking a processor, hold the processor only by its edges to avoid touching the
contacts.
Standard Processor Assembly:
A standard processor assembly is comprised of PHM(Processor Heatsink Module) components
and processor socket assembly.
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Processor Socket Assembly:
The server board includes two processor sockets (LGA-3647), supports one or two of the Intel®
Xeon® Processor Scalable Family and has a Thermal Design Power (TDP) of up to 165W on
selected models.
PHM (Processor Heatsink Module) Component:

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PHM Screw Installation Order
The PHM sits level with the processor socket assembly. The PHM is NOT installed properly if it
does not sit level with the processor socket assembly. Once the PHM is seated over the processor
socket assembly, the four heat sink torque screws must be secured in the following order as
shown below.
Processor Heat Sink – Top View with Screw Tightening Order
NOTE: Failure to tighten the heatsink screws in the specied order may cause damage to the
processor socket assembly. Heat sink screws should be tighted to 12 in-lbs torque according
to the ndicated order on the top of the heatsink label.


 
note :
Failure t o tighten the heat sink screws i n the specified order
may cause damage t o the processor socket assembly. Heat s ink
screws should b e tightened t o 12 In-Lbs T orque o n indicated
order on the top of the heat sink label.

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2�2 System Memory Setup
This server board supports 12 DIMM memory slots with 6 channel per CPU.
2�2�1 DIMM Installation
Step 1 Unlock the dimm socket by pressing the retaining clips outward.
Step 2 Insert the memory module into the slot. Make sure that the
dimm notch is accurately positioned.
Step 3 Close the retaining clips to complete installation.
DIMM n
otch

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2�2�2 DIMM Location
The DIMMs are displayed on the Mensa board as DIMM F1, DIMM E1, DIMM D1, DIMM A1,
DIMM B1, DIMM C1, DIMM C0, DIMM B0, and DIMM A0.
To ensure satisfactory performance, you need to:
 Verify the DIMM type: DDR4 2400/2666 MHz
 Verify if all of the DIMMs installed
are of the same DIMM type to avoid
memory failure and loss of performance speed.
CPU 1
CPU 0
DIMM C0
DIMM B0
DIMM A0
DIMM D0
DIMM E0
DIMM F0
DIMM E1
DIMM F1
DIMM D1
DIMM A1
DIMM B1
DIMM C1

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2�2�3 DIMM Slot Installation Order
Populate the DIMM slots according to the suggested order below to ensure a stable system
performance.
DIMM_A1
DIMM_B1
DIMM_C1
DIMM_C0
DIMM_B0
DIMM_A0
DIMM_A1 DIMM_D0
DIMM_F0
DIMM_E0DIMM_B1
DIMME_C1
DIMM_F1
DIMM_E1
DIMM_D1
DIMM_C0
DIMM_B0
DIMM_A0
CPU 1 CPU0
6 DIMM
CPU 1 CPU 0
DIMM_A1
DIMM_B1
DIMM_B0
DIMM_A0
DIMM_A1 DIMM_D0
DIMM_F0
DIMM_E0DIMM_B1
DIMME_C1
DIMM_F1
DIMM_E1
DIMM_D1
DIMM_C0
DIMM_B0
DIMM_A0
CPU 1 CPU0
4 DIMM
CPU 1 CPU 0
DIMM_A1 DIMM_A0
DIMM_A1 DIMM_D0
DIMM_F0
DIMM_E0DIMM_B1
DIMME_C1
DIMM_F1
DIMM_E1
DIMM_D1
DIMM_C0
DIMM_B0
DIMM_A0
CPU 1 CPU0
2 DIMM
CPU 1 CPU 0
DIMM_A1
DIMM_B1
DIMM_C1
DIMM_C0
DIMM_B0
DIMM_A0
DIMM_A1 DIMM_D0
DIMM_F0
DIMM_E0DIMM_B1
DIMME_C1
DIMM_F1
DIMM_E1
DIMM_D1
DIMM_C0
DIMM_B0
DIMM_A0
CPU 1 CPU0
8 DIMM
CPU 1 CPU 0
DIMM_D1
DIMM_D0

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DIMM_A1
DIMM_B1
DIMM_C1
DIMM_C0
DIMM_B0
DIMM_A0
DIMM_A1 DIMM_D0
DIMM_F0
DIMM_E0DIMM_B1
DIMME_C1
DIMM_F1
DIMM_E1
DIMM_D1
DIMM_C0
DIMM_B0
DIMM_A0
CPU 1 CPU0
10 DIMM CPU 1 CPU 0
DIMM_A1
DIMM_B1
DIMM_C1
DIMM_D0
DIMM_E0
DIMM_F0
DIMM_A1 DIMM_D0
DIMM_F0
DIMM_E0DIMM_B1
DIMME_C1
DIMM_F1
DIMM_E1
DIMM_D1
DIMM_C0
DIMM_B0
DIMM_A0
CPU 1 CPU0
12 DIMM CPU 1 CPU 0
DIMM_D1
DIMM_A0
DIMM_D0
DIMM_D1
DIMM_E1
DIMM_E0
DIMM_B0
DIMM_C0
DIMM_E1
DIMM_F1

Chapter 3. Motherboard Settings
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This section provides illustrations that display the internal jumpers, connectors, and system LED
indicators on the Mensa motherboard. The motherboard layout and essential connectors are listed
below for your reference.
3�1 Motherboard Block Diagram
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3�2 Motherboard Content List
Connectors/Jumper/Header Location Connector/Jumper/Header Location
14Px2_ATX_PWR PWCN2 22 USB3.0-TYPE-RA TYPEA_USB3
2System FAN
Connectors SYS_FAN_1 23 Front USB3.0 Connector USB3_FPIO2
34Px2_ATX_PWR PWCN3 24 TYPE-A USB2.0
Connector TYPEA_USB2
4CPU FAN
Connectors CPU0_FAN_1 25 SATA RAID KEY J122
512Px2_ATX_PWR PWCN1 26 M.2 2280/22110 slot
(PCI-e x2 from PCH) NGFF2
6 FM_PCH_BIOS_
RCVR_SPKR J194 27 5P*2_USB2.0x2 HD J43
7PSMI Connector 5P_PSMI 28 COM-Port HRD HD_COM2
8System FAN
Connectors SYS_FAN_2 29 IPMB Pin Header IPMB_HD1
9System FAN
Connectors SYS_FAN_3 30 FP-VGA-HD VGA2
10 FLASH SECURITY
OVERRIDE J119 31 M.2 2280/22110 slot (PCI-e x2 from PCH) NGFF1
11 CMOS Clear Jumper J104 32 PCI Express Gen 3 x 8
PCIE_1, PCIE_3
PCIE_5, PCIE_7,
PCIE_9, PCIE_11
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SATA: Serial
Advanced
Technology
Attachment Gen3
SATA4_7 33 PCI Express Gen 3 x
16
PCIE_2, PCIE_4,
PCIE_6, PCIE_8,
PCIE_10
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SATA: Serial
Advanced
Technology
Attachment Gen3
SATA0_3 34 BMC Heartbeat-LED BMC_HB_LED
14 System Reset Button RST_BTN1 35 CPU FAN Connectors CPU1_FAN_1
15
sSATA: sSerial
Advanced
Technology
Attachment Gen3
SSATA1 36 ID_LED BLUE_3010 ID_LED
16
sSATA: sSerial
Advanced
Technology
Attachment Gen3
SSATA0 37 VGACON-RA VGA1
17 System Power Button PWR_BTN1 38 LAN ( RJ-45) J183
18 Intruder Jumper J202 39 LAN ( RJ-45) J184
19 SSGPIO Header SSATA_SGPIO1 40 Dedicated IPMI port +
USB3.0x2
USB3_IPMI_
LAN1
20 System FAN
Connectors SYS_FAN_4 41
Audio Phone
Jack_13P_
VERTICAL_D3
J2
21 Front Panel
Connector SSI_FP