Gigabyte MP72-HB0 User manual

MP72-HB0
Ampere® Altra® or Altra® Max ARM Server Motherboard
User Manual
Rev. 1.0

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Table of Contents
MP72-HB0 Motherboard Layout......................................................................................5
Block Diagram .................................................................................................................7
Chapter 1 Hardware Installation .....................................................................................9
1-1 Installation Precautions.................................................................................... 9
1-2 ProductSpecications.................................................................................... 10
1-3 Installing and Removing the CPU .................................................................. 13
1-4 Installing and Removing Memory................................................................... 15
1-4-1 8-ChannelMemoryConguration..........................................................................15
1-4-2 Installing and Removing the Memory Module .......................................................16
1-4-3 DIMM Population Table ..........................................................................................16
1-4-4 AltraPlatformDDR4SuggestCongurationTable.................................................17
1-5 Installing and Removing the M.2 SSD Module............................................... 18
1-6 Back Panel Connectors.................................................................................. 19
1-7 Internal Connectors........................................................................................ 20
1-8 Jumper Settings ............................................................................................. 27
Chapter 2 BIOS Setup ..................................................................................................28
2-1 The Main Menu .............................................................................................. 30
2-2 Advanced Menu ............................................................................................. 33
2-2-1 Trusted Computing .................................................................................................34
2-2-2 ACPI Settings .........................................................................................................35
2-2-3 APEIConguration.................................................................................................36
2-2-4 General Watchdog Timer........................................................................................37
2-2-5 X86EmulationConguration..................................................................................38
2-2-6 PCI Subsystem Settings.........................................................................................39
2-2-7 InfoReportConguration .......................................................................................45
2-2-8 USBConguration..................................................................................................46
2-2-9 NetworkStackConguration..................................................................................47
2-2-10 IPConguration......................................................................................................48
2-2-11 NVMeConguration ...............................................................................................49
2-2-12 SATAConguration.................................................................................................50
2-2-13 GraphicOutputConguration.................................................................................51
2-2-14 PowerRestoreConguration .................................................................................52
2-2-15 Broadcom NetXtreme-E 2Px10GBASE-T OCP 3.0 Ethernet.................................53
2-2-16 MACIPv4NetworkConguration...........................................................................59
2-2-17 MACIPv6NetworkConguration...........................................................................60
2-2-18 Driver Health...........................................................................................................61

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2-3 Chipset Setup Menu....................................................................................... 62
2-3-1 CPUConguration..................................................................................................63
2-3-2 RASConguration..................................................................................................65
2-3-3 Memory Slot Information ........................................................................................66
2-3-4 Serialport console...................................................................................................68
2-3-5 PCIERootComplexConguration.........................................................................69
2-4 Server Management Menu............................................................................. 70
2-4-1 System Event Log ..................................................................................................71
2-4-2 Bmc self test log .....................................................................................................72
2-4-3 View FRU Information ............................................................................................73
2-4-4 BMCNetworkConguration...................................................................................74
2-5 Security Menu ................................................................................................ 75
2-5-1 Secure Boot ...........................................................................................................76
2-6 Boot Menu...................................................................................................... 79
2-7 Save & Exit Menu........................................................................................... 81
2-8 BIOS POST Beep code (AMI standard)......................................................... 83
2-8-1 PEI Beep Codes.....................................................................................................83
2-8-2 DXE Beep Codes ...................................................................................................83

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MP72-HB0 Motherboard Layout
CPU0
CPU1
DIMM_P0_H0 DIMM_P0_G0 DIMM_P0_F0 DIMM_P0_E0 DIMM_P0_A0 DIMM_P0_B0 DIMM_P0_C0 DIMM_P0_D0
DIMM_P1_L0 DIMM_P1_K0 DIMM_P1_J0 DIMM_P1_I0 DIMM_P1_M0 DIMM_P1_N0 DIMM_P1_O0 DIMM_P1_P0
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Item Code Description
1 VGA1 VGA Port
2 SW_ID1 ID Button with LED
3 LAN2 10GbE LAN Port #2
4 LAN1 10GbE LAN Port #1
5 USB3_MLAN1 Server Management LAN Port (Top)/ USB3.0 Ports (Bottom)
6 COM1 Serial Port
7 ATX1 2 x 12 Pin Main Power Connector
8 PMBUS1 PMBus Connector
9 P12V_1 2 x 4 Pin 12V Power Connector (for CPU0)
10 P12V_2 2 x 4 Pin 12V Power Connector (for CPU1)
11 SYS_FAN0 System Fan Connector #0
12 BAT1 Battery Socket
13 SATA1 Slimline Connector (SATAIII 6Gb/s Signal)
14 SATA3 SATAIII 6Gb/s Connector #3
15 SATA2 SATAIII 6Gb/s Connector #2
16 F_USB2 Front Panel USB 3.0 Connector
17 SYS_FAN1 System Fan Connector #1
18 SYS_FAN3 System Fan Connector #3
19 SYS_FAN2 System Fan Connector #2
20 F_USB1 USB 2.0 Header
21 FP_1 Front Panel Header
22 BP_1 HDD Back Plane Board Connector
23 IPMB1 IPMB Connector
24 CON1 TPM Connector
25 PCIE_1 PCIe x16 Slot #1 (Gen4 x8)
26 PCIE_2 PCIe x16 Slot #2 (Gen4 x16)
27 PCIE_3 PCIe x16 Slot #3 (Gen4 x16)
28 NVME_2 Slimline SAS 4i Connector (NVMe/PCIe Gen4 x4)
29 NVME_1 Slimline SAS 4i Connector (NVMe/PCIe Gen4 x4)
30 PCIE_4 PCIe x16 Slot #4 (Gen4 x16)
31 P0_M2_SK1 M.2 slot (PCIe Gen4 x4, Support NGFF-2280/22110)
32 LED_BMC1 BMC Firmware Readiness LED

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Block Diagram

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1-1 Installation Precautions
The motherboard contains numerous delicate electronic circuits and components which can
become damaged as a result of electrostatic discharge (ESD). Prior to installation, carefully read
the user's manual and follow these procedures:
• Prior to installation, do not remove or break motherboard S/N (Serial Number) sticker or
warranty sticker provided by your dealer. These stickers are required for warranty validation.
• Always remove the AC power by unplugging the power cord from the power outlet before
installing or removing the motherboard or other hardware components.
• When connecting hardware components to the internal connectors on the motherboard,
make sure they are connected tightly and securely.
• When handling the motherboard, avoid touching any metal leads or connectors.
• It is best to wear an electrostatic discharge (ESD) wrist strap when handling electronic
components such as a motherboard, CPU or memory. If you do not have an ESD wrist
strap,keepyourhandsdryandrsttouchametalobjecttoeliminatestaticelectricity.
• Prior to installing the motherboard, please have it on top of an antistatic pad or within an
electrostatic shielding container.
• Before unplugging the power supply cable from the motherboard, make sure the power
supply has been turned off.
• Before turning on the power, make sure the power supply voltage has been set according to
the local voltage standard.
• Before using the product, please verify that all cables and power connectors of your
hardware components are connected.
• To prevent damage to the motherboard, do not allow screws to come in contact with the
motherboard circuit or its components.
• Make sure there are no leftover screws or metal components placed on the motherboard or
within the computer casing.
• Do not place the computer system on an uneven surface .
• Do not place the computer system in a high-temperature environment.
• Turning on the computer power during the installation process can lead to damage to
system components as well as physical harm to the user.
• If you are uncertain about any installation steps or have a problem related to the use of the
product,pleaseconsultacertiedcomputertechnician.
Chapter 1 Hardware Installation

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1-2 Product Specications
Socket
Socket
Security
Security Server Operating Properties
Power Supply
Form Factor E-ATX
305W x 330D (mm)
Socket
Socket
Security
Security Server Operating Properties
Power Supply
CPU Ampere® Altra® or Altra® Max Processor
Dual processors, 7nm technology, LGA4926
Up to 128-core per processor, TDP 250W
NOTE:
If only 1 CPU is installed, some PCIe or memory functions might be unavailable
Socket
Socket
Security
Security Server Operating Properties
Power Supply
Chipset System on Chip
Socket
Socket
Security
Security Server Operating Properties
Power Supply
Memory 16 x DIMM slots
DDR4 memory supported only
8-Channel memory architecture
RDIMM modules up to 256GB supported
Up to 4TB of memory capacity supported per processor
Memory speed: Up to 3200 MHz
NOTE:Onlysupportscongurationswith1,2,4,6,8DIMMs(1DPC)
Socket
Socket
Security
Security Server Operating Properties
Power Supply
LAN 2 x 10Gb/s BASE-T LAN ports (Broadcom® BCM57416)
1 x 10/100/1000 management LAN
Socket
Socket
Security
Security Server Operating Properties
Power Supply
Onboard
Graphics
Integrated in Aspeed® AST2600
2D Video Graphic Adapter with PCIe bus interface
1920x1200@60Hz 32bpp, DDR4 SDRAM
Socket
Socket
Security
Security Server Operating Properties
Power Supply
Storage Interface 2 x 7-pin SATA 6Gb/s ports
1 x SlimSAS with 4 x SATA 6Gb/s ports
Socket
Socket
Security
Security Server Operating Properties
Power Supply
Expansion Slots Slot_4: 1 x PCIe x16 (Gen4 x16 bus) slot, from CPU_0
Slot_3: 1 x PCIe x16 (Gen4 x16 bus) slot, from CPU_0
Slot_2: 1 x PCIe x16 (Gen4 x16 bus) slot, from CPU_1
Slot_1: 1 x PCIe x16 (Gen4 x8 bus) slot, from CPU_0
2 x NVMe ports:
- SlimSAS 4i type
- PCIe Gen4 x4 per port
1 x M.2 slot:
- M-key
- PCIe Gen4 x4 per slot
- Supports NGFF-22110/2280 cards
- From CPU_0
NOTE:
We reserve the right to make any changes to the product specications and product-related
information without prior notice.

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Socket
Socket
Security
Security Server Operating Properties
Power Supply
Internal I/O
Connectors
1 x 24-pin ATX main power connector
2 x 8-pin ATX 12V power connectors
2 x SlimSAS connectors
1 x SlimSAS vertical connector
2 x 7-pin SATA connectors
1 x HDD backplane board header
4 x System fan headers
1 x USB 3.2 Gen1 header
1 x USB 2.0 Gen1 header
1 x TPM header
1 x Front panel header
1 x PMBus connector
1 x IPMB connector
1xClearCMOSjumper
1xBIOSrecoveryjumper
1 x Case open header
Socket
Socket
Security
Security Server Operating Properties
Power Supply
Rear I/O
Connectors
2 x USB 3.2 Gen1
1 x VGA
1 x COM
2 x RJ45
1 x MLAN
1 x ID button with LED
Socket
Socket
Security
Security Server Operating Properties
Power Supply
TPM 1 x TPM header with SPI interface
Optional TPM2.0 kit: CTM010

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Socket
Socket
Security
Security Server Operating Properties
Power Supply
Board
Management
Aspeed® AST2600 management controller
GIGABYTE Management Console (AMI MegaRAC SP-X) web interface
Dashboard
HTML5 KVM
Sensor Monitor (Voltage, RPM, Temperature, CPU Status …etc.)
Sensor Reading History Data
FRU Information
SEL Log in Linear Storage / Circular Storage Policy
Hardware Inventory
FanProle
System Firewall
Power Consumption
Power Control
LDAP / AD / RADIUS Support
Backup&RestoreConguration
Remote BIOS/BMC/CPLD Update
Event Log Filter
User Management
Media Redirection Settings
PAM Order Settings
SSL Settings
SMTP Settings
Socket
Socket
Security
Security Server Operating Properties
Power Supply
Operating
Properties
Operating temperature: 10°C to 40°C
Operating humidity: 8-80% (non-condensing)
Non-operating temperature: -40°C to 60°C
Non-operating humidity: 20%-95% (non-condensing)

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1-3 Installing and Removing the CPU
Follow these instructions to Install the CPU:
1. Loosen the three captive screws in sequential order (1g2g3g4g5) securing the CPU cover.
2. Flip open the CPU cover.
3. Install the CPU into place in the CPU socket.
4. Flip the CPU cover into place over the CPU socket.
5 Tighten the CPU cover screws in sequential order (1g2g3g4g5) to secure the CPU cover in place.
6. Lower and place the fan-sink onto the top of the CPU socket. Then tighten the scews in sequential
order (1g2g3g4).
7. To remove the CPUs, follow steps 1-5 in reverse order.
Read the following guidelines before you begin to install the CPU:
• Make sure that the motherboard supports the CPU.
• Always turn off the computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet before installing
the CPU to prevent hardware damage.
• Unplug all cables from the power outlets.
• Disconnect all telecommunication cables from their ports.
• Placethesystemunitonaatandstablesurface.
• Open the system according to the instructions.
WARNING!
Failure to properly turn off the server before you start installing components may cause serious
damage. Do not attempt the procedures described in the following sections unless you are a
qualiedservicetechnician.
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1-4 Installing and Removing Memory
Read the following guidelines before you begin to install the memory:
•Make sure that the motherboard supports the memory. It is recommended that memory of the
same capacity, brand, speed, and chips be used.
•Always turn off the computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet before installing
the memory to prevent hardware damage.
•Memory modules have a foolproof design. A memory module can be installed in only one
direction. If you are unable to insert the memory, switch the direction.
1-4-1 8-Channel Memory Conguration
This motherboard provides 16 DDR4 memory slots and supports 8-Channel Technology. After the memory
isinstalled,theBIOSwillautomaticallydetectthespecicationsandcapacityofthememory.
CPU0
CPU1
DIMM_P0_H0 DIMM_P0_G0 DIMM_P0_F0 DIMM_P0_E0 DIMM_P0_A0 DIMM_P0_B0 DIMM_P0_C0 DIMM_P0_D0
DIMM_P1_L0 DIMM_P1_K0 DIMM_P1_J0 DIMM_P1_I0 DIMM_P1_M0 DIMM_P1_N0 DIMM_P1_O0 DIMM_P1_P0

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1-4-2 Installing and Removing the Memory Module
Before installing a memory module, make sure to turn off the computer and unplug the
power cord from the power outlet to prevent damage to the memory module.
Be sure to install DDR4 DIMMs on to this motherboard.
Follow these instructions to install a DIMM module:
1. Insert the DIMM memory module vertically into the DIMM slot and push it down.
2. Close the plastic clip at both edges of the DIMM slots to lock the DIMM module.
3. Reverse the installation steps when you want to remove the DIMM module.
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2
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1-4-3 DIMM Population Table
Type Ranks Per DIMM
and Data Width
DIMM
Capacity (GB)
Speed (MT/s); Voltage (V);
Slots per Channel(SPC) and
DIMM per Channel (DPC)
1 Slot per
Channel
2 Slots per
Channel
DIMM Density 1DPC 1DPC 2DPC
8Gb 1.2V 1.2V 1.2V
RDIMM SRx4 16GB 3200 3200 3200
RDIMM DRx8 16GB

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1-4-4 Altra Platform DDR4 Suggest Conguration Table
4 DIMM
Memory Q’ty
for each CPU
CPU1
M0 N0 O0 P0 L0 K0 J0 I0
V
1 DIMM
2 DIMM
6 DIMM
8 DIMM
V
V V
VVVV
V VV
V
V
V
VVVV
V VV
CPU0
E0 F0 G0 H0 D0 C0 B0 A0
V
V V
VVVV
VV V V VVV
V V V VV V
V

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1-5 Installing and Removing the M.2 SSD Module
Follow the steps below to install an optional M.2 SSD module on your motherboard.
Step1. Insert the M.2 SSD module into the slot.
Step2. Secure it with the screw, tightening as necessary to fasten the M.2 SSD module in place.
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1-6 Back Panel Connectors
uSerial Port
Connects to serial-based mouse or data processing devices.
v10/100/1000 Server Management LAN Port
The LAN port provides Internet connection with data transfer speeds of 10/100/1000Mbps. This port is
the dedicated LAN port for Server Management.
wUSB 3.2 Gen1 Ports
The USB port supports the USB 3.0 specification. Use this port for USB devices such as a USB
keyboard/mouse,USBprinter,USBashdriveetc.
x10GBASE-T RJ-45 LAN Port #1
The 10 Gigabit Ethernet LAN port provides Internet connection at up to 10 Gbps data rate. See the
section below for a description of the states of the LAN port LEDs.
y10GBASE-T RJ-45 LAN Port #2
The 10 Gigabit Ethernet LAN port provides Internet connection at up to 10 Gbps data rate. See the
section below for a description of the states of the LAN port LEDs.
zID button with LED
Whenthesystemidenticationisactive,theIDLEDonthefront/backpanelglowsblue.
{VGA Port
Connects to a monitor device.
v
x y z
{
u
LAN and ID Button LEDs
Link/Activity LED
Speed LED
LAN Port
• Whenremovingthecableconnectedtoabackpanelconnector,rstremovethecablefromyour
device and then remove it from the motherboard.
• When removing the cable, pull it straight out from the connector. Do not rock it side to side to
prevent an electrical short inside the cable connector.
ID button/LED:
10/100/1000 LAN LED:
State Description
Yellow On 1Gbps data rate
Green On 100Mbps data rate
Off 10Mbps data rate
State Description
Blue On Systemidenticationisactive
Off Systemidenticationisdisabled
10GbE LAN LED:
State Description
Yellow On 5Gbps, 2.5Gbps, 1Gps data rate
Green On 10Gbps data rate
Off 100Mbps data rate
w

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1-7 Internal Connectors
Read the following guidelines before connecting external devices:
• First make sure your devices are compliant with the connectors you wish to connect.
• Before installing the devices, be sure to turn off the devices and your computer. Unplug the power
cord from the power outlet to prevent damage to the devices.
• After installing the device and before turning on the computer, make sure the device cable has
been securely attached to the connector on the motherboard.
1) ATX1 11) F_USB2
2) P12V_1 (for CPU0) 12) F_USB1
3) P12V_2 (for CPU1) 13) FP_1
4) SATA3 14) BP_1
5) SATA2 15) CON1
6) SYS_FAN0 16) IPMB1
7) SYS_FAN1 17) LED_BMC1
8) SYS_FAN2 18) BAT1
9) SYS_FAN3 -- --
10) PMBUS1 -- --
CPU0
CPU1
DIMM_P0_H0 DIMM_P0_G0 DIMM_P0_F0 DIMM_P0_E0 DIMM_P0_A0 DIMM_P0_B0 DIMM_P0_C0 DIMM_P0_D0
DIMM_P1_L0 DIMM_P1_K0 DIMM_P1_J0 DIMM_P1_I0 DIMM_P1_M0 DIMM_P1_N0 DIMM_P1_O0 DIMM_P1_P0
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