Supermicro AOC-AG-i2 User manual

User's Guide
Revision 1.0
AOC-AG-i2
AOC-AG-i2M

User's Guide Revision 1.0
Release Date: November 3, 2020
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Preface
About this User's Guide
This user's guide is written for system integrators, IT technicians, and
knowledgeable end users. It provides information for the installation and use of the
AOC-AG-i2(M) add-on card.
About this Add-on Card
The Supermicro®Advanced I/O Module (AIOM) is the latest form factor designed to
provide a wide range of networking options as well as other I/O technologies. The
AOC-AG-i2(M) is the most exible and scalable GbE solution with two RJ45 port
support currently available on the market. Based on Intel®network controller i350,
and with performance-enhancing features, power management technologies, the
AOC-AG-i2(M) provides quality networking choice for datacenters while reducing
CPU utilization and power consumption. With the added NC-SI feature, this adapter
also functions as a secure networking port for server remote management.
An Important Note to the User
All images and layouts shown in this user's guide are based upon the latest PCB
revision available at the time of publishing. The card you have received may or may
not look exactly the same as the graphics shown in this user's guide.
Returning Merchandise for Service
A receipt or copy of your invoice marked with the date of purchase is required before
any warranty service will be rendered. You can obtain service by calling your ven-
dor for a Returned Merchandise Authorization (RMA) number. When returning the
add-on card to the manufacturer, the RMA number should be prominently displayed
on the outside of the shipping carton, and the shipping package is mailed prepaid
or hand-carried. Shipping and handling charges will be applied for all orders that
must be mailed when service is complete. For faster service, you can also request
a RMA authorization online http://www.supermicro.com/RmaForm/.
This warranty only covers normal consumer use and does not cover damages in-
curred in shipping or from failure due to the alternation, misuse, abuse or improper
maintenance of products.
During the warranty period, contact your distributor rst for any product problems.
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Conventions Used in the User's Guide
Pay special attention to the following symbols for proper system installation and for
safety instructions to prevent damage to the system or injury to yourself:
Note: Additional information given for proper system setup.
Networking Adapter List
Naming Convention for Standard Network Adapters
Note: The table above is continued on the next page.

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Preface
Table of Contents
Preface
Chapter 1 Overview
1-1 Overview ......................................................................................................... 1-1
1-2 Product Highlights ........................................................................................... 1-1
1-3 Technical Specications .................................................................................. 1-2
1-4 Available SKUs ............................................................................................... 1-4
Chapter 2 Hardware Components
2-1 Add-On Card Image and Layout..................................................................... 2-1
2-2 Major Components.......................................................................................... 2-3
2-3 LED Indicators and Connectors...................................................................... 2-4
2-4 PCI-E 2.1 x4 AIOM Form Factor Connector................................................... 2-6
Chapter 3 Installation
3-1 Static-Sensitive Devices.................................................................................. 3-1
3-2 Before Installation ........................................................................................... 3-2
3-3 Installing the Add-on Card AOC-AG-i2 (with 1U bracket)............................... 3-3
3-4 Installing the Add-on Card AOC-AG-i2M (with 0.5U bracket)......................... 3-6
3-5 Installing Drivers on Windows (for Intel®i350-AM2)....................................... 3-9
3-6 Installing Drivers on Linux (for Intel®i350-AM2)........................................... 3-10
3-7 Installing Drivers on FreeBSD (for Intel®i350-AM2)......................................3-11
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Chapter 1: Overview
1-1
Chapter 1
Overview
1-1 Overview
Congratulations on purchasing your add-on card from an acknowledged leader in
the industry. Supermicro products are designed with the utmost attention to detail
to provide you with the highest standards in quality and performance. For product
support and updates, please refer to our website at http://www.supermicro.com/
products/nfo/networking.cfm#adapter.
1-2 Product Highlights
• Advanced I/O Module (AIOM) form factor
• Two 1Gbps ports with RJ45 connectors
• Intel®i350 GbE controller
• Energy Efcient Ethernet (EEE)
• Reliable and proven Gigabit Ethernet technology
• Asset Management features with thermal sensor
• NC-SI for Remote Management
• RoHS compliant 6/6

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1-3 Technical Specications
General
• Advanced I/O Module (AIOM) form factor
• Intel®i350 GbE controller
• Two 1Gbps ports: 2x RJ45 connectors
Networking Features
• IEEE 802.3 auto-negotiation for speed, duplex, and ow control
• IEEE 802.3x and 802.3z compliant ow control support
• Automatic cross-over detection function (MDI/MDI-X)
• 1Gb/s Ethernet IEEE 802.3, 802.3u, 802.3ab PHY specications compliant
Virtualization Features
• PC-SIG SR-IOV support
• VM to VM packet forwarding (packet loopback)
• Flexible port partitioning
• IEEE 802.1q VLAN support
• IEEE 802.1q advanced packet ltering
• Jumbo frames support
Power Management and Efciency
• Energy Efcient Ethernet (EEE)
• DMA Coalescing reduces platform power consumption
• PCI Express Active State Power Management (ASPM)

Chapter 1: Overview
1-3
• LAN disable function
• Low Power Link Up – Link Speed Control
Performance Features
• TCP/UDP, IPv4, and IPv6 checksum ofoads to improve CPU usage
• Low latency interrupts
• Tx TCP segmentation ofoad (IPv4, IPv6) increases throughput and lowers
processor usage
• Receive Side Scaling (RSS) for Windows environment, Scalable I/O for Linux
environments
• Intelligent interrupt generation
Management Features
• Preboot eXecution Environment (PXE) support
• iSCSI remote boot support
• Asset Management support on Supermicro®platforms
• NC-SI for remote management
OS Support
• Windows®Server
• RedHat Linux
• SUSE Linux
• FreeBSD
• UEFI
• VMWare

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Power Consumption (Max)
• AOC-AG-i2(M): 3.7W
Operating Conditions
• Storage temperature: -40°C to 70°C (-40°F to 158°F)
• Storage humidity: 90% non-condensing relative humidity at 35°C
Physical Dimensions
• Card PCB dimensions: 76mm x 115mm (W x D)
Note: This product is only sold as part of an integrated solution with
Supermicro server systems.
1-4 Available SKUs
SKUs Bracket Included Description
AOC-AG-i2 BKT-0167L 2-port Gigabit Ethernet Adapter with an 1U height bracket
AOC-AG-i2M BKT-0168L 2-port Gigabit Ethernet Adapter with an 0.5U height bracket

Chapter 2: Hardware Components
2-1
Chapter 2
Hardware Components
2-1 Add-On Card Image and Layout
AOC-AG-i2 Image
AOC-AG-i2M Image

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LED1
LED2
LED3
LED4
JLAN1JLAN2
LED9 BAR CODE
MAC CODE
REV:1.01
AOC-AG-i2
DESIGNED IN USA
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4
1
31
2
1
1
1
6
1
51
7
1
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Chapter 2: Hardware Components
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2-2 Major Components
The following components are on the AOC-AG-i2(M):
AOC-AG-i2(M) Major Components
No Component Name Denition
1Intel®i350 GbE Ethernet controller
2JLAN1 LAN (RJ45) Port
3JLAN2 LAN (RJ45) Port
4LED1 LAN (RJ45) Port 2 Active LED
5LED2 LAN (RJ45) Port 2 Link LED
6LED3 LAN (RJ45) Port 1 Active LED
7LED4 LAN (RJ45) Port 1 Link LED
8LED9 On: Power Rails Ready
Off: Power Rails Not Ready

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2-3 LED Indicators and Connectors
LAN Ports
The AOC-AG-i2(M) has two network LAN (RJ45) ports. These LAN ports support
connection speeds up to 1Gbps. Plug the Direct Attached Copper (DAC) cable into
the RJ45 port for network connections.
Note 1: To make sure that LAN port functions properly, be sure to use the
following cable specied by the manufacturer:
• Direct-attached twin-axial copper cable, or
• Short Range or Long Range ber optic cable used in conjunction with op-
tional optical transceiver.
Note 2: For detailed information on the cable and transceiver recom-
mended by the manufacturer, please refer to "Optional Accessories" on
Page 1-4 or SMC product information posted online.
AOC-AG-i2 Image
AOC-AG-i2M Image

Chapter 2: Hardware Components
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LED Color Denition
Link
(Left)
Green 1 Gbps Link Speed
Amber 100 Mbps Link Speed
Activity
(Right)
Green Flashing Activity
LAN LED
Each RJ45 connector has two LEDs. The LEDs on the left of a port (LED 2 and 4)
indicates link speeds, and the LEDs on the right (LED 1 and 3) indicates the status
of activity of the connector. See the table above for more information.

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2-4 PCI-E 2.1 x4 AIOM Form Factor Connector
PCI-E 2.1 x4 AIOM Form Factor Connector
Insert the PCI-E 2.1 x4 AIOM form factor connector into a PCI-E 2.1 x4 AIOM form
factor slot on a motherboard to use this AIOM Form factor card. See the layout
below for the location.
1. PCI-E 2.1 x4 AIOM Form
factor connector
LED1
LED2
LED3
LED4
JLAN1JLAN2
LED9
BAR CODE
MAC CODE
REV:1.01
AOC-AG-i2
DESIGNED IN USA
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Chapter 3: Installation
Chapter 3
Installation
3-1 Static-Sensitive Devices
Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) can damage electronic components. To avoid dam-
aging your add-on card, it is important to handle it very carefully. The following
measures are generally sufcient to protect your equipment from ESD.
Precautions
• Use a grounded wrist strap designed to prevent static discharge.
• Touch a grounded metal object before removing the add-on card from the
antistatic bag.
• Handle the add-on card by its edges only; do not touch its components.
• Put the add-on card back into the antistatic bags when not in use.
• For grounding purposes, make sure that your system chassis provides excel-
lent conductivity between the power supply, the case, the mounting fasteners,
and the add-on card.
Unpacking
The add-on card is shipped in antistatic packaging to avoid static damage. When
unpacking your component or system, make sure that you are static protected.
Note: To avoid damaging your components and to ensure proper instal-
lation, always connect the power cord last, and always unplug it before
adding, removing, or changing any hardware components.

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3-2 Before Installation
Before you install the add-on card, follow the instructions below.
1. Power down the system.
2. Unplug the power cord.
3. Use industry-standard anti-static equipment such as gloves or a wrist strap
and follow the precautions on page 3-1 to avoid damage caused by ESD.
4. Familiarize yourself with the server, motherboard, and/or chassis documenta-
tion.
5. Conrm that your operating system includes the latest updates and hotxes.

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Chapter 3: Installation
3-3 Installing the Add-on Card AOC-AG-i2 (with 1U
bracket)
Follow the steps below to install an add-on card into your system. (If the system
is xed onto a rack, the removal of server top cover is not required. If the system
is not anchored to a xed structure, it is recommended to remove the system top
cover for ease of installation)
A. Uninstalling an AIOM module (A slot with an AIOM module installed)
1. Slide the black latch to the left to the "unlock" position, then disengage the
AIOM module from the chassis structure by pushing the blue latch once to extend
it outward.
Remove the AIOM
card from this slot
The AIOM card with
the bracket installed
The latch to engage/
disengage the AIOM
module