Question Does X10DAi support NVMe PCIe SSD as a boot device? Answer Yes, X10DAi supports PCI-E NVMe SSDs as a bootable device with UEFI mode BIOS. Please refer to the following instructions on how to install the OS and boot into it: 1. Go into the bios to the section PCIe/PCI/PnP Configuration and change the Device Option Rom Configure “UEFI mode” from Legacy on Riser card slot or PCIe slot. 2. Save and exit the bios. 3. During the post press F11 and select “UEFI: DVD-ROMxxxxxxxx” to start the installation. Some OS versions include built in drivers. 4. Reboot after OS installation, press F11 again and select “Windows Boot Manager” to load the OS. It’s better to change the boot sequence in the BIOS if it is not in first boot device select "Windows Boot Manager" as first boot device in the BIOS. Please select SMC certified NVMe SSD like Intel P3700/3600 to have better compatibility. You can find the qualified NVMe AIC list from : http://www.supermicro.com/products/nfo/PCI-E_SSD.cfm Was this FAQ helpful? YES      NO Enter Comments Below: Note: Your comments/feedback should be limited to this FAQ only. For technical support, please send an email to support@supermicro.com.  Enter your email address below if you'd like technical support staff to reply:  Please type the Captcha (no space) 9 P 7 Q FAQ Stats FAQ ID Related Category / Keyword Date Posted Code 22269 Storage: - Solid State Drives (SSD) 01/12/16     Print Answer