Was the 927-share SMCI disposition by Kenneth Cheung an open-market sale?

No, the 927-share disposition is described as shares withheld by SMCI to satisfy tax withholding and remittance obligations, not a market transaction. The filing notes this tax-withholding event is exempt from Section 16(b) under Rule 16b-3(e) of the Exchange Act.

Super Micro SVP nets shares from RSU conversion

Super Micro Computer SVP and Chief Accounting Officer Kenneth Cheung reported equity award activity involving restricted stock units and common stock.

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Super Micro Computer SVP and Chief Accounting Officer Kenneth Cheung reported equity award activity involving restricted stock units and common stock. On February 17, 2026, he exercised or converted 2,250 restricted stock units, each representing a right to receive one share of SMCI common stock, into 2,250 common shares at a stated price of $0.00 per share.

On the same date, 927 common shares were disposed of at $30.11 per share to satisfy tax withholding and remittance obligations in connection with the net settlement of vested restricted stock units, which is described as not a market transaction. Following these transactions, Cheung directly held 58,530 shares of SMCI common stock. The filing also notes that certain restricted stock units vest in two equal tranches on February 17, 2026 and August 17, 2026, subject to continued service, with vested units settled in SMCI shares.

Insider Trade Summary

2,250 shares exercised/converted

Exercise 3 txns

Insider Cheung Kenneth

Role SVP, Chief Accounting Officer

Type	Security	Shares	Price	Value
Exercise	Restricted Stock Units	2,250	$0.00	$0.00
Exercise	Common Stock	2,250	$0.00	$0.00
Exercise Price or Tax Liability	Common Stock	927	$30.11	$28K

Holdings After Transaction: Restricted Stock Units — 2,250 contracts (Direct); Common Stock — 58,530 shares (Direct)

Footnotes (3)

F1. Each restricted stock unit represents a contingent right to receive one share of SMCI common stock.
F2. Represents shares of SMCI common stock that have been withheld by SMCI to satisfy tax withholding and remittance obligations in connection with the net settlement of vested restricted stock units and not a market transaction. Transaction exempt from Section 16(b) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (the "Act") pursuant to Rule 16b-3(e) promulgated under the Act.
F3. Subject to the Reporting Person's continued service to SMCI, the restricted stock units vest in two equal tranches on February 17, 2026 and August 17, 2026. Vested units are settled in shares of SMCI common stock.

FAQ

What insider transactions did SMCI executive Kenneth Cheung report?

Kenneth Cheung reported exercising 2,250 restricted stock units into 2,250 SMCI common shares and a related tax-withholding disposition of 927 shares. These moves reflect routine equity award settlement rather than open-market buying or selling, according to the described transaction codes and footnotes.

How many Super Micro Computer (SMCI) shares does Kenneth Cheung hold after this filing?

After the reported transactions, Kenneth Cheung directly holds 58,530 shares of SMCI common stock. This reflects the net result of converting 2,250 restricted stock units into shares and the withholding of 927 shares to cover tax obligations associated with vested equity awards.

What do Kenneth Cheung’s restricted stock units in SMCI represent?

Each restricted stock unit represents a contingent right to receive one share of SMCI common stock. The filing explains that, subject to Kenneth Cheung’s continued service, certain units vest in two equal tranches on February 17, 2026 and August 17, 2026, and vested units are settled in SMCI shares.

When do Kenneth Cheung’s SMCI restricted stock units vest and how are they settled?

The filing states that, subject to continued service, the restricted stock units vest in two equal tranches on February 17, 2026 and August 17, 2026. Once vested, these units are settled in shares of SMCI common stock rather than cash, aligning compensation with the company’s equity.

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Accepted by SEC EDGAR 02/19/2026 - 04:26 PM

SEC Form 4

FORM 4

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
Washington, D.C. 20549

STATEMENT OF CHANGES IN BENEFICIAL OWNERSHIP

Filed pursuant to Section 16(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934
or Section 30(h) of the Investment Company Act of 1940

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1. Name and Address of Reporting Person^*

Cheung Kenneth

(Last)

(First)

(Middle)

980 ROCK AVENUE

(Street)

SAN JOSE

95131

(City)

(State)

(Zip)

2. Issuer Name and Ticker or Trading Symbol
Super Micro Computer, Inc. [ SMCI ]

5. Relationship of Reporting Person(s) to Issuer
(Check all applicable)

	Director	10% Owner
X	Officer (give title below)	Other (specify below)
	SVP, Chief Accounting Officer

3. Date of Earliest Transaction (Month/Day/Year)
02/17/2026

4. If Amendment, Date of Original Filed (Month/Day/Year)

6. Individual or Joint/Group Filing (Check Applicable Line)

X	Form filed by One Reporting Person
	Form filed by More than One Reporting Person

Table I - Non-Derivative Securities Acquired, Disposed of, or Beneficially Owned
1. Title of Security (Instr. 3)	2. Transaction Date (Month/Day/Year)	2A. Deemed Execution Date, if any (Month/Day/Year)	3. Transaction Code (Instr. 8)		4. Securities Acquired (A) or Disposed Of (D) (Instr. 3, 4 and 5)			5. Amount of Securities Beneficially Owned Following Reported Transaction(s) (Instr. 3 and 4)	6. Ownership Form: Direct (D) or Indirect (I) (Instr. 4)	7. Nature of Indirect Beneficial Ownership (Instr. 4)
1. Title of Security (Instr. 3)	2. Transaction Date (Month/Day/Year)	2A. Deemed Execution Date, if any (Month/Day/Year)	Code	V	Amount	(A) or (D)	Price		6. Ownership Form: Direct (D) or Indirect (I) (Instr. 4)	7. Nature of Indirect Beneficial Ownership (Instr. 4)
Common Stock	02/17/2026		M		2,250	A	⁽¹⁾	59,457	D
Common Stock	02/17/2026		F⁽²⁾		927⁽²⁾	D	$30.11	58,530	D

Table II - Derivative Securities Acquired, Disposed of, or Beneficially Owned (e.g., puts, calls, warrants, options, convertible securities)
1. Title of Derivative Security (Instr. 3)	2. Conversion or Exercise Price of Derivative Security	3. Transaction Date (Month/Day/Year)	3A. Deemed Execution Date, if any (Month/Day/Year)	4. Transaction Code (Instr. 8)		5. Number of Derivative Securities Acquired (A) or Disposed of (D) (Instr. 3, 4 and 5)		6. Date Exercisable and Expiration Date (Month/Day/Year)		7. Title and Amount of Securities Underlying Derivative Security (Instr. 3 and 4)		8. Price of Derivative Security (Instr. 5)	9. Number of derivative Securities Beneficially Owned Following Reported Transaction(s) (Instr. 4)	10. Ownership Form: Direct (D) or Indirect (I) (Instr. 4)	11. Nature of Indirect Beneficial Ownership (Instr. 4)
1. Title of Derivative Security (Instr. 3)	2. Conversion or Exercise Price of Derivative Security	3. Transaction Date (Month/Day/Year)	3A. Deemed Execution Date, if any (Month/Day/Year)	Code	V	(A)	(D)	Date Exercisable	Expiration Date	Title	Amount or Number of Shares	8. Price of Derivative Security (Instr. 5)		10. Ownership Form: Direct (D) or Indirect (I) (Instr. 4)	11. Nature of Indirect Beneficial Ownership (Instr. 4)
Restricted Stock Units	⁽¹⁾	02/17/2026		M			2,250	⁽³⁾	⁽³⁾	Common Stock	2,250	$0	2,250	D

Explanation of Responses:

1. Each restricted stock unit represents a contingent right to receive one share of SMCI common stock.

2. Represents shares of SMCI common stock that have been withheld by SMCI to satisfy tax withholding and remittance obligations in connection with the net settlement of vested restricted stock units and not a market transaction. Transaction exempt from Section 16(b) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (the "Act") pursuant to Rule 16b-3(e) promulgated under the Act.

3. Subject to the Reporting Person's continued service to SMCI, the restricted stock units vest in two equal tranches on February 17, 2026 and August 17, 2026. Vested units are settled in shares of SMCI common stock.

Remarks:

	/s/ Kenneth Cheung	02/19/2026
	** Signature of Reporting Person	Date
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