TPM Module Supermicro AOM-TPM-9665V TCG 2.0

The Supermicro AOM-TPM-9665V is a TCG 2.0 compliant Trusted Platform Module (TPM) that stores cryptographic keys, passwords and digital certificates to provide hardware-based protection against software attacks and physical tampering. Implementing a root-of-trust during system boot, the TPM gathers measurements of the running environment and operating system to enable trusted reporting and improve overall platform integrity. The module supports secure remote access, safer electronic transactions and enhanced protection for applications that require cryptographic functions.

Advantages

The AOM-TPM-9665V integrates a microcontroller built in 0.22/0.09 µm CMOS technology and compliant embedded software, plus EEPROM for firmware enhancements and storage of user keys. It includes hardware accelerators for SHA-1 and SHA-256, a true random number generator (TRNG), tick counter with tamper detection and protection against dictionary attacks. Additional features are general purpose I/O, Intel® TXT support, full personalization with Endorsement Key and certificate, power-saving sleep mode and a 3.3 V power supply. Security protections include over/under voltage detection, low frequency sensor, high frequency filter, reset filter and memory encryption/decryption.

Suitable for

• Server and workstation platforms requiring hardware-based root-of-trust
• Systems needing secure boot, measured launch and trusted reporting
• Environments that perform encrypted communications and electronic transactions
• Deployments that require protection of keys and credentials against physical theft or tampering

Key specifications

• Standard: TCG TPM 2.0 compliant
• Microcontroller process: 0.22/0.09 µm CMOS
• Cryptography: SHA-1 and SHA-256 hardware accelerators
• Randomness: True Random Number Generator (TRNG)
• Storage: EEPROM for firmware and user data/keys
• Interfaces/features: General Purpose I/O, tick counter with tamper detection, dictionary-attack protection
• Compatibility: Intel® Trusted Execution Technology (TXT) support
• Power: 3.3 V supply, power-saving sleep mode
• Security sensors: Over/under-voltage detection, low-frequency sensor, high-frequency filter, reset filter, memory encryption/decryption

How to use

Install the AOM-TPM-9665V into the compatible Supermicro motherboard TPM connector according to the board manual. Enable TPM support and configure TPM-related settings in the system BIOS/UEFI to allow measured boot, key storage and platform attestation. Use vendor or OS utilities to generate and manage Endorsement Key (EK) and other TPM keys, enroll certificates where required, and install any firmware updates via the provided EEPROM mechanism. Integrate the TPM with supported applications and services for secure key storage, encrypted file systems and trusted authentication.

Recommendations

Keep motherboard firmware and TPM firmware up to date, restrict physical access to systems containing the TPM module, and follow vendor guidelines for key backup and EK certificate management to maintain platform security.