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Security Advisotries

Security Advisories & Notices
https://www.supermicro.com/en/support/security_center?utm_campaign=Security%20Notifications#!advisories

Supermicro Naming Convention

Supermicro uses a structured naming system that includes a combination of letters and numbers to represent motherboard series, chipset compatibility, socket type, and additional features.

Ref: Supermicro Motherboard Naming Convention Explained - https://www.renewtech.co.uk/blog/supermicro-motherboard-naming-convention-explained.html

Series Prefix (First Letter)

The first letter(s) of the motherboard model indicate its target usage and chipset family:

• X – Workstation and high-end server motherboards.
• H – High-performance server motherboards, optimized for enterprise workloads.
• B – Embedded and compact motherboards designed for edge computing.
• C – General-purpose server motherboards with a focus on scalability.
• M – Motherboards designed for micro-ATX and mini-ITX form factors.
• A – Motherboards designed for AMD-based platforms.

Example: In X12SPA-T, "X" denotes a workstation/server motherboard.

Chipset and Generation Identifier

Chipset and Generation Identifier (Numbers Following the Prefix)

The numbers following the series prefix indicate the motherboard’s chipset generation and compatibility:

• 12 – 12th-generation Intel or AMD motherboard, typically supporting the latest processors.
• 11 – 11th-generation motherboard.
• 10 and below – Older generations.

Example: The "12" in X12SPA-T means it belongs to the 12th generation of motherboards, compatible with Intel Xeon Scalable processors.

Form Factor and Socket Type Indicators

Supermicro includes additional letters that signify the motherboard’s form factor and CPU socket type:

• S – Standard ATX motherboard.
• M – Micro-ATX or Mini-ITX motherboard.
• D – Dense motherboards optimized for compact deployments.
• T – Motherboards designed with extended PCIe expansion slots.
• L – Large extended ATX (E-ATX) form factor.

Example: H12SSL-NT—"H" denotes a high-performance server motherboard, "12" signifies the 12th generation, and "SSL" indicates an ATX layout with high scalability.

Special Feature Codes

Special Feature Codes (Suffix Letters)

Supermicro motherboard model names often include additional suffix letters that indicate specific features:

• F – Integrated IPMI (Intelligent Platform Management Interface) for remote management.
• T – High-performance networking capabilities (10GbE or higher).
• N – Includes advanced networking options (such as multiple Ethernet ports).
• P – Supports additional PCIe slots for expandability.
• D – Integrated storage controllers or optimized for dense server configurations.

Example: The "NT" in H12SSL-NT suggests that the motherboard includes advanced networking features and an extended form factor.

Supermicro Motherboard Categories

Below is a table showing different Supermicro workstation, embedded, and data center motherboards by generation. Keep in mind that this is just a selection of models, not an exhaustive list.

Generation               12th Gen     11th Gen     10th Gen     9th Gen     8th Gen
Workstation & Server     X12SPA-T     X11SPA-T     X10SRL-F     X9SRA       X8SAX
Embedded & Compact       B12SDV-8C    B11SDV-8C    B10SDV-8C    B9SDV-7C    B8SDV-6C
General-Purpose          C12X299-PGF  C11X299-PGF  C10X299-PGF  C9X299-PGF  C8X299-PGF
   & Data Center

• For more details on Supermicro motherboards, visit their official site for specifications - https://www.supermicro.com/products/Product_Naming_Convention/Naming_MBD_Intel_UP.cfm

Workstation & Server Motherboards

Designed for professionals handling demanding workloads, these motherboards offer robust processing power and scalability.

• X12SPA-T – A high-end workstation motherboard with PCIe 4.0 support, ideal for AI, content creation, and scientific computing.
• H12SSL-NT – A powerful server motherboard featuring high memory capacity and advanced networking for enterprise applications.

Embedded & Compact Motherboards

Optimized for edge computing, IoT, and space-constrained deployments, these motherboards provide efficiency without compromising performance.

• B11SDV-8C – A compact embedded motherboard with energy-efficient architecture, ideal for industrial automation and smart infrastructure.
• M12SWA-TF – A micro-ATX motherboard designed for edge applications, offering a balance of power and efficiency in a small form factor.

General-Purpose & Data Center Motherboards

Versatile motherboards built for scalability, virtualization, and cloud workloads.

• C9X299-PGF – A high-performance ATX motherboard well-suited for cloud computing, storage servers, and AI-driven applications.
• A12STW-TF – An AMD EPYC-compatible motherboard with extensive storage support and high processing power, making it ideal for demanding data center operations.

Motherboard Series Prefixes

The Supermicro motherboard series prefixes (X, H, C) indicate the intended target usage and supported processor architecture

X Series

X Series: These are designed for workstation and high-end server applications, typically supporting Intel Xeon processors. They offer robust features for demanding tasks, including extensive expansion slots and high memory capacity.

H Series

H Series: These motherboards are optimized for high-performance enterprise workloads and often utilize AMD EPYC processors, providing high core counts and efficiency for cloud and HPC applications.

C Series

C Series: These are general-purpose server motherboards with a focus on scalability and a wide range of application needs, often supporting Intel Core or Xeon processors.