Supermicro SuperServer E100-12T User manual

SYS-E100-12T-H
Getting Started Guide for AWS IoT Core
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Contents
1 Overview............................................................................................................................................... 5
2 Hardware Description........................................................................................................................... 5
2.1 Data Sheet........................................................................................................................... 5
2.2 Standard Kit Contents ......................................................................................................... 5
2.3 User Provided Items............................................................................................................ 5
2.4 3rd Party Purchasable Items ................................................................................................ 6
2.5 Additional Hardware References........................................................................................ 6
3 Setting up your Development Environment ......................................................................................... 6
3.1 Installation Tools................................................................................................................. 6
3.2 Other Software Required to Develop and Debug Applications for the Device .................. 6
3.3 Other Prerequisites............................................................................................................. 6
3.4 Additional Software References ......................................................................................... 6
4 Setting Up your Hardware .................................................................................................................... 7
4.1 Accessing the System........................................................................................................ 11
4.2 Removing the Bottom Cover ............................................................................................ 11
4.3 Installing Memory ............................................................................................................. 12
SO-DIMM Installation ............................................................................................................................. 12
SO-DIMM Removal.................................................................................................................................. 12
5 Solid State Storage.............................................................................................................................. 13
Installing an M.2 Card ............................................................................................................................. 14
6 Driver Installation ............................................................................................................................... 14
7 Setting up your AWS Account and Permissions.................................................................................. 15
8 Create Resources in AWS IoT.............................................................................................................. 15
9 Provisioning the Device with Credentials ........................................................................................... 15
10 Building and Running the Demo ......................................................................................................... 15
11 Debugging and Troubleshooting......................................................................................................... 15
Contacting Supermicro ............................................................................................................................... 17

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1Overview
The Supermicro SuperServer E100-12T is a compact edge server comprised of the CSE-E101 chassis and
the X12STN-H-WOHS motherboard with Intel® Core™ i7-1185GRE processors to support a wide range of
performance requirements and use-cases.
It is specifically suited for applications such as IoT Gdge computing, IoT gateway, Smart Building,
machine automation, digital signage, and medical/healthcare.
2Hardware Description
2.1 Data Sheet
Datasheet link:
E100-12T-H | IoT | Products | Super Micro Computer, Inc.
QuickSstart Guide:
https://www.supermicro.com/QuickRefs/superserver/Box_PC/QRG-2459.pdf
2.2 Standard Kit Contents
Unit consists of the SYS-E100-12T-H (a single-piece device, motherboard with CPU/chassis are
assembled).
The AC Power adapter MCP-250-10137-0N with AC cable is also included.
It is recommended to order the system with DRAM and SSD pre-installed.
For purchase requests, please follow the web link and click “Get pricing”
https://www.supermicro.com/en/products/system/Box_PC/SYS-E100-12T-H.cfm
2.3 User Provided Items
•Keyboard, mouse, monitor and related cable (HMDI, USB-A or USB-C)
•Network connection via RJ45 ethernet cable
If not pre-installed, the user also needs to provide and install DRAM and SSD storage (please refer the
datasheet and quick start guide for tested material lists).
https://www.supermicro.com/en/products/system/Box_PC/SYS-E100-12T-H.cfm

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2.4 3rd Party Purchasable Items
N/A
2.5 Additional Hardware References
https://www.supermicro.com/en/products/system/Box_PC/SYS-E100-12T-H.cfm
3Setting up your Development Environment
3.1 Installation Tools
1. IDE based.
a. Vim, nano, emacs for Ubuntu 20.04 .
b. Python 3.8 IDE
2. Python Flask 2.2 Web framework
a. https://flask.palletsprojects.com/en/2.2.x/
3. AWS SDK
3.2 Other Software Required to Develop and
Debug Applications for the Device
N/A
3.3 Other Prerequisites
N/A
3.4 Additional Software References
N/A

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4Setting Up your Hardware
[Mandatory] This section provides instructions for setting up the platform's hardware. Make sure that
you provide links to any user guides or other documentation for setting up hardware.
User Manual: MNL-2459.pdf (supermicro.com)

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System Features: Rear
Item Description
12VDC Input Power input for system
GPIO Port General Purpose Digital Input/Output port
COM Ports COM1 and COM2: RS232/422/485 serial ports
COM3 and COM4: RS232 serial ports
USB Ports USB 2.0 ports
Mic-In Microphone jack (optional)
Line-Out Line out jack for audio (optional)

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Quick Reference Table
Jumper Description Default Setting
JLCDPWR1 LVDS Panel VCC Power Source Selection Pins 1-3 (3.3V)
JPME2 CMOS Pins 1-3
JPME2 Manufacturing Mode Pins 4-6 (Normal)
JPT1 TPM Enable Pins 1-3 (Enable)
JPT1 Force Power On Pins 2-4 (Force power on)
JSIM1_OPT SIM Detect Option Pins 2-4 (Normal)
LED Description
Status
LED1 Onboard Power LED Green: System On
Off: System Off (power cable not connected)
Connector
Description
AUDIO FP Front Panel Audio Header (Mic-In/Line-Out)
BT1 Battery Connector
FAN1 System Fan Header
I-SATA0 SATA 3.0 Port
JCOM1: COM1/COM2 COM Header (two RS232/RS422/RS485 ports)
JCOM2: COM3/COM4 COM Header (two RS232 ports)
JF1 Front Control Panel Header (Power/HDD LED, Reset, Power button)
JGP1 8-bit General Purpose I/O Header
JHDMI1 Back Panel HDMI 2.0b Port
JHDMI2 Back Panel HDMI 1.4b Port
JMD1 M.2 Slot B-Key 2280/2242/3042 (SATA 3.0 or PCIe / USB 3.1 /USB 2.0)
JMD2 M.2 Slot E-Key 2230 (PCIe / USB 2.0 / CVNi)
JMD3 M.2 Slot M-Key 2280/2242 (Gen4 PCIe x4)
JPH1 4-pin HDD Power Connector
JPW1 8-pin 12-24V Power Connector
JSIM1 JSIM1 Nano SIM Card Slot (bottom side)
JSMBUS1 System Management Bus Header
JSPKR1 Audio Speaker Output with 3W Amplifier
LAN1, LAN2 2.5 GbE Ethernet Ports
LVDS1 Dual Channel 48-bit LVDS Connector
SRW1 ~ SRW5 M.2 Mounting Holes
USB0/1 Front Accessible USB 2.0 Headers
USB2/3 Front Accessible USB 2.0 Headers
USB5 Front Panel USB 3.1 Type C Port (supports DP1.4a with alt. mode)
USB4/6/7 Front Panel USB 3.1 Type A Ports

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Supported Drivers: https://www.supermicro.com/wdl/driver/
4.1 Accessing the System
The CSE-E101-03 features a removable bottom cover to access the inside of the chassis.
4.2 Removing the Bottom Cover
1. Remove power from the system.
2. Remove the eight screws that hold the cover in place.
3. Lift the cover up and off the chassis.
Caution: Except for short periods of time, do not operate the server without the cover in place. The
chassis cover must be in place to prevent misuse.

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4.3 Installing Memory
Caution: Exercise extreme care when installing or removing DIMM modules to prevent damage.
SO-DIMM Installation
1. Remove the bottom cover as described in the previous section.
2. Position the SO-DIMM module's bottom key so it aligns with the receptive point on the slot.
3. Insert the SO-DIMM module vertically at about a 45 degree angle. Press down until the module
locks into place.
SO-DIMM Removal
1. Push the side clips at the end of the slot to release the SO-DIMM module.
2. Pull the SO-DIMM module up to remove it from the slot.

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5Solid State Storage
This motherboard supports internally mounted solid state storage cards by means of three M.2 slots.
When an M.2 NVMe storage card is installed, an accompanying heatsink (optional) must also be
installed to prevent the card from overheating.

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Installing an M.2 Card
1. Gently insert the M.2 card into the connector.
2. Use a screw to secure the M.2 card to the standoff.
6Driver Installation
The Supermicro website contains drivers and utilities for your system at:
https://www. supermicro.com/wdl/driver
Some of these must be installed, such as the chipset driver.
After accessing the website, go into the CDR_Images (in the parent directory of the above link) and
locate the ISO file for your motherboard. Download this file to a USB flash drive or a DVD. (You may also
use a utility to extract the ISO file if preferred.)
Another option is to go to the Supermicro website at http://www.supermicro.com/products/. Find the
product page for your motherboard, and "Download the Latest Drivers and Utilities".
Insert the flash drive or disk and the screenshot shown below should appear.
Note: Click the icons showing a hand writing on paper to view the readme files for each item. Click the
computer icons to the right of these items to install each item (from top to the bottom) one at a time.
After installing each item, you must re-boot the system before moving on to the next item on the list.
The bottom icon with a CD on it allows you to view the entire contents.

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7Setting up your AWS Account and
Permissions
Refer to the online AWS documentation at Set up your AWS Account. Follow the steps outlined in the
sections below to create your account and a user and get started:
•Sign up for an AWS account
•Create a user and grant permissions
•Open the AWS IoT console
Pay special attention to the Notes.
8Create Resources in AWS IoT
Refer to the online AWS documentation at Create AWS IoT Resources. Follow the steps outlined in these
sections to provision resources for your device:
•Create an AWS IoT Policy
•Create a thing object
Pay special attention to the Notes.
9Provisioning the Device with Credentials
All the required credentials for the device are created after the previous step. You will need to
save the certificates and keys files in your device, and they will be used afterwards to connect
to AWS IoT Core.
10 Building and Running the Demo
To test device connectivity to AWS IoT Core, please follow the steps outlined here
Use your Windows or Linux PC or Mac as an AWS IoT device - AWS IoT Core (amazon.com).
11 Debugging and Troubleshooting
Pleaser refer to the user manual and FAQ section for your product using the links below
User Manual

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https://www.supermicro.com/manuals/superserver/Box_PC/MNL-2459.pdf
FAQ
Online Support | Support - Super Micro Computer, Inc.

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