ASUS Workstation User Guide

E900 G4

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E900 G4 Workstation User Guide E16278 Revised Edition V7 February 2020 Copyright © 2020 ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. All Rights Reserved. No part of this manual, including the products and software described in it, may be reproduced, transmitted, transcribed, stored in a retrieval system, or translated into any language in any form or by any means, except documentation kept by the purchaser for backup purposes, without the express written permission of ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. ("ASUS"). ASUS provides this manual "as is" without warranty of any kind, either express or implied, including but not limited to the implied warranties or conditions of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose. In no event shall ASUS, its directors, officers, employees, or agents be liable for any indirect, special, incidental, or consequential damages (including damages for loss of profits, loss of business, loss of use or data, interruption of business and the like), even if ASUS has been advised of the possibility of such damages arising from any defect or error in this manual or product. Specifications and information contained in this manual are furnished for informational use only, and are subject to change at any time without notice, and should not be construed as a commitment by ASUS. ASUS assumes no responsibility or liability for any errors or inaccuracies that may appear in this manual, including the products and software described in it. Product warranty or service will not be extended if: (1) the product is repaired, modified or altered, unless such repair, modification of alteration is authorized in writing by ASUS; or (2) the serial number of the product is defaced or missing. Products and corporate names appearing in this manual may or may not be registered trademarks or copyrights of their respective companies, and are used only for identification or explanation and to the owners' benefit, without intent to infringe. ii Contents Safety information..................................................................................................... vii Electrical Safety .............................................................................................vii Operation Safety ............................................................................................vii Restricted Access Location............................................................................vii About this guide......................................................................................................... ix Chapter 1: Product Introduction 1.1 System package contents......................................................................... 1-2 1.2 Serial number label .................................................................................... 1-2 1.3 E900 G4 specifications summary ............................................................. 1-3 1.4 Front panel features................................................................................... 1-6 1.5 Rear panel features.................................................................................... 1-7 1.6 Internal features ......................................................................................... 1-9 1.7 LED information ....................................................................................... 1-10 1.7.1 Front panel LEDs ...................................................................... 1-10 1.7.2 Rear panel LEDs....................................................................... 1-10 Chapter 2: Hardware Setup 2.1 Chassis cover............................................................................................. 2-2 2.1.1 Removing the side covers........................................................... 2-2 2.1.2 Replacing the side covers........................................................... 2-3 2.2 CPU installation.......................................................................................... 2-4 2.3 System memory ......................................................................................... 2-6 2.3.1 Installing a DIMM on a single clip DIMM socket.......................... 2-8 2.4 Air Duct ....................................................................................................... 2-9 2.4.1 Removing the air duct ................................................................. 2-9 2.5 Storage devices........................................................................................ 2-11 2.6 Expansion slots........................................................................................ 2-15 2.6.1 Installing an expansion card...................................................... 2-16 2.6.2 Configuring an expansion card ................................................. 2-20 2.6.3 2.6.4 2.6.5 (optional) Installing a passive graphics card ............................. 2-21 Installing a PIKE II card............................................................. 2-24 Installing M.2 (NGFF) cards...................................................... 2-31 2.7 Removable components.......................................................................... 2-33 2.7.1 Redundant power supply module.............................................. 2-33 2.8 BIOS update utility ................................................................................... 2-34 iii Contents 2.9 Motherboard rear and audio connection ............................................... 2-35 2.9.1 Rear I/O connection .................................................................. 2-35 2.9.2 Audio I/O connections............................................................... 2-37 2.10 Starting up for the first time.................................................................... 2-39 2.11 Turning off the computer ........................................................................ 2-39 Chapter 3: Motherboard Information 3.1 Motherboard layout.................................................................................... 3-2 3.2 Onboard buttons and switches ................................................................ 3-4 3.3 Jumpers ...................................................................................................... 3-5 3.4 Onboard LEDs .......................................................................................... 3-10 3.5 Internal connectors.................................................................................. 3-13 Chapter 4: BIOS Setup 4.1 Managing and updating your BIOS .......................................................... 4-2 4.1.1 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility................................................... 4-2 4.1.2 ASUS EzFlash Utility................................................................... 4-3 4.1.3 BUPDATER utility ....................................................................... 4-4 4.2 BIOS setup program .................................................................................. 4-6 4.2.1 BIOS menu screen...................................................................... 4-7 4.2.2 4.2.3 Menu bar..................................................................................... 4-7 Menu items.................................................................................. 4-8 4.2.4 Submenu items ........................................................................... 4-8 4.2.5 Navigation keys........................................................................... 4-8 4.2.6 General help................................................................................ 4-8 4.2.7 Configuration fields ..................................................................... 4-8 4.2.8 Pop-up window............................................................................ 4-8 4.2.9 Scroll bar..................................................................................... 4-8 4.3 Main menu .................................................................................................. 4-9 4.4 Ai Tweaker menu........................................................................................ 4-9 4.5 Performance Tuning menu...................................................................... 4-10 4.6 Advanced menu ....................................................................................... 4-12 4.6.1 Trusted Computing.................................................................... 4-12 4.6.2 ACPI Settings............................................................................ 4-12 4.6.3 SMART Self Test ...................................................................... 4-12 4.6.4 Super IO Configuration ............................................................. 4-13 4.6.5 4.6.6 Serial Port Console Redirection................................................ 4-13 CPU Storage Configuration....................................................... 4-13 iv Contents 4.6.7 Onboard LAN Configuration...................................................... 4-13 4.6.8 APM .......................................................................................... 4-14 4.6.9 PCI Subsystem Settings ........................................................... 4-14 4.6.10 USB Configuration .................................................................... 4-15 4.6.11 CSM Configuration.................................................................... 4-15 4.6.12 4.6.13 4.6.14 NVMe Configuration.................................................................. 4-15 Offboard SATA Controller Configuration................................... 4-15 Audio Configuration................................................................... 4-16 4.6.15 ASMedia Storage Controller ..................................................... 4-16 4.6.16 E900 Fan Mode Selection......................................................... 4-16 4.6.17 Network Stack Configuration..................................................... 4-16 4.6.18 iSCSI Configuration .................................................................. 4-16 4.7 Platform Configuration menu ................................................................. 4-16 4.7.1 4.7.2 4.7.3 PCH Configuration .................................................................... 4-16 Miscellaneous Configuration..................................................... 4-17 Server ME Configuration........................................................... 4-17 4.7.4 Runtime Error Logging.............................................................. 4-17 4.8 Socket Configuration menu .................................................................... 4-17 4.8.1 Processor Configuration............................................................ 4-17 4.8.2 Common RefCode Configuration.............................................. 4-17 4.8.3 UPI Configuration...................................................................... 4-18 4.8.4 4.8.5 4.8.6 Memory Configuration............................................................... 4-18 IIO Configuration....................................................................... 4-18 Advanced Power Management Configuration........................... 4-18 4.9 Event Logs menu ..................................................................................... 4-19 4.9.1 Change Smbios Event Log Settings ......................................... 4-19 4.9.2 View Smbios Event Log ............................................................ 4-19 4.10 Server Mgmt menu................................................................................... 4-19 4.10.1 System Event Log..................................................................... 4-19 4.10.2 4.10.3 BMC network configuration....................................................... 4-19 View System Event Log ............................................................ 4-19 4.11 Monitor menu ........................................................................................... 4-20 4.12 Security menu .......................................................................................... 4-20 4.13 Boot menu ................................................................................................ 4-20 4.14 Tool menu ................................................................................................. 4-21 4.15 Save & Exit menu ..................................................................................... 4-21 v Contents Chapter 5: RAID Configuration 5.1 RAID configurations .................................................................................. 5-2 5.1.1 RAID definitions .......................................................................... 5-2 5.1.2 Installing Serial ATA hard disks .................................................. 5-3 5.1.3 Setting the RAID item in BIOS .................................................... 5-3 5.1.4 RAID configuration utilities.......................................................... 5-3 5.2 Intel® Rapid Storage Technology enterprise SATA/SSATA Option ROM Utility ............................................................. 5-4 5.2.1 Creating a RAID set .................................................................... 5-5 5.2.2 Deleting a RAID set..................................................................... 5-7 5.2.3 Resetting disks to Non-RAID ...................................................... 5-8 5.2.4 Exiting the Intel® Rapid Storage Technology enterprise SATA/SSATA Option ROM utility................................................ 5-8 5.2.5 Rebuilding the RAID.................................................................... 5-9 5.2.6 Setting the Boot array in the BIOS Setup Utility........................ 5-11 5.3 Intel® Rapid Storage Technology enterprise (Windows)...................... 5-12 5.3.1 Creating a RAID set .................................................................. 5-13 5.3.2 Changing a Volume Type.......................................................... 5-15 5.3.3 Deleting a volume ..................................................................... 5-16 5.3.4 Preferences............................................................................... 5-17 5.4 Intel® Virtual Raid on CPU in BIOS ......................................................... 5-18 5.4.1 Creating a RAID set .................................................................. 5-19 5.4.2 Deleting a RAID set................................................................... 5-21 5.4.3 Installing the RAID controller driver during Windows® 10 OS installation.......................................... 5-22 Appendix WS C621E SAGE block diagram............................................................................ A-2 Q-Code table............................................................................................................ A-3 Notices .................................................................................................................... A-7 ASUS contact information.................................................................................... A-10 vi Safety information Electrical Safety · Before installing or removing signal cables, ensure that the power cables for the system unit and all attached devices are unplugged. · To prevent electrical shock hazard, disconnect the power cable from the electrical outlet before relocating the system. · When adding or removing any additional devices to or from the system, contact a qualified service technician or your dealer. Ensure that the power cables for the devices are unplugged before the signal cables are connected. If possible, disconnect all power cables from the existing system before you service. · If the power supply is broken, do not try to fix it by yourself. Contact a qualified service technician or your dealer. Operation Safety · Servicing of this product or units is to be performed by trained service personnel only. · Before operating the server, carefully read all the manuals included with the server package. · Before using the server, make sure all cables are correctly connected and the power cables are not damaged. If any damage is detected, contact your dealer as soon as possible. · To avoid short circuits, keep paper clips, screws, and staples away from connectors, slots, sockets and circuitry. · Avoid dust, humidity, and temperature extremes. Place the server on a stable surface. · The product is suitable for mounting on concrete or other non-combustible surfaces only. This product is equipped with a three-wire power cable and plug for the user's safety. Use the power cable with a properly grounded electrical outlet to avoid electrical shock. Restricted Access Location The product is intended for installation only in a Computer Room where: · Access can only be gained by SERVICE PERSONS or by USERS who have been instructed about the reasons for the restrictions applied to the location and about any precautions that shall be taken. · Access is through the use of a TOOL, or other means of security, and is controlled by the authority responsible for the location. Lithium-Ion Battery Warning CAUTION! Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer. Dispose of used batteries according to the manufacturer's instructions. vii CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT Heavy System CAUTION! This server system is heavy. Ask for assistance when moving or carrying the system. viii About this guide Audience This user guide is intended for system integrators, and experienced users with at least basic knowledge of configuring a server. Contents This guide contains the following parts: 1. Chapter 1: Product Introduction This chapter describes the general features of the server, including sections on front panel and rear panel specifications. 2. Chapter 2: Hardware Setup This chapter lists the hardware setup procedures that you have to perform when installing or removing system components. 3. Chapter 3: Motherboard Information This chapter includes the motherboard layout and brief descriptions of the jumpers and internal connectors. 4. Chapter 4: BIOS Setup This chapter tells how to change system settings through the BIOS Setup menus and describes the BIOS parameters. 5. Chapter 5: RAID Configuration This chapter provides instructions for setting up, creating and configuring RAID sets using the available utilities. ix Conventions used in this guide To ensure that you perform certain tasks properly, take note of the following symbols used throughout this manual. DANGER/WARNING: Information to prevent injury to yourself when trying to complete a task. CAUTION: Information to prevent damage to the components when trying to complete a task. IMPORTANT: Instructions that you MUST follow to complete a task. NOTE: Tips and additional information to help you complete a task. Typography Bold text Italics <Key> Indicates a menu or an item to select. Used to emphasize a word or a phrase. Keys enclosed in the less-than and greater-than sign means that you must press the enclosed key. Example: <Enter> means that you must press the Enter or Return key. <Key1> + <Key2> + <Key3> If you must press two or more keys simultaneously, the key names are linked with a plus sign (+). Command Example: <Ctrl> + <Alt> + <Del> Means that you must type the command exactly as shown, then supply the required item or value enclosed in brackets. Example: At DOS prompt, type the command line: format A:/S References Refer to the following sources for additional information, and for product and software updates. ASUS websites The ASUS websites worldwide provide updated information for all ASUS hardware and software products. Refer to the ASUS contact information. x Chapter 1: Product Introduction Product Introduction This chapter describes the general features of the server, including sections on front panel and rear panel specifications. 1 1.1 System package contents Check your system package for the following items. Model Name E900 G4 Accessories 2 x CPU heatsinks 1 x E900 G4 support DVD 2 x AC power cable 4 x GPU cables Optional Items DVD-ROM / DVD-RW Cooler kit for passive GPU If any of the above items is damaged or missing, contact your retailer. 1.2 Serial number label Before requesting support from the ASUS Technical Support team, you must take note of the product's serial number containing 12 characters such as xxS0xxxxxxxx shown as the figure below. With the correct serial number of the product, ASUS Technical Support team members can then offer a quicker and satisfying solution to your problems. Smart Card SD/MMC/MS E900 G4 xxS0xxxxxxxx 1-2 Chapter 1: Product Introduction 1.3 E900 G4 specifications summary The ASUS E900 G4 is a workstation featuring the ASUS WS C621E SAGE motherboard. Processor / System Bus Core Logic Total Slots Capacity Memory Type Memory Memory Size 2 x Socket P0 (LGA 3647, Square) 1st Gen Intel® Xeon® Scalable Processor family (up to 205W)* 2nd Gen Intel® Xeon® Scalable Processor family (up to 205W)* 2 UPI up to 10.4 GT/s * Refer to www.asus.com for Intel® CPU support list. Intel® C621 Chipset 12 (6-channel per CPU, 6 DIMM per CPU) Maximum up to 1536GB DDR4 2933 (1 DIMM per Channel) DDR4 2666/2400/2133 RDIMM/LR-DIMM/LR-DIMM 3DS * 2933MHz will drop to 2666MHz when using 2DPC configurations. 32GB, 16GB, 8GB, 4GB (RDIMM) 64GB, 32GB (LRDIMM) 128GB, 64GB (LRDIMM 3DS) * Refer to www.asus.com/support for more information ** Actual memory frequency differs from Intel CPU types and memory module. Please check Intel® official site for more detail about the memory types supported by each CPU. Expansion Slots Total PCI/PCI-X /PCI-E Slots Slot Type 7 2 x PCIe 3.0 x16 slots (Gen3 x16 link), FH, FL 2 x PCIe 3.0 x16 slots (single Gen3 x16 link, dual Gen3 x8/x8 link), FH, FL 2 x PCIe 3.0 x16 slots (Gen3 x8 link), FH, FL 1 x PCIe 3.0 x16 slot (Gen3 x16 link), FH, FL Micro SD Card 1* Slot * This is only supported when the ASMB9 card is installed. Intel® Lewisburg PCH Disk Controller SATA Controller - 8 x SATA 6Gb/s ports (gray) Intel® RSTe (for Windows and Linux; Support software RAID 0, 1, 10 & 5) ASMedia® SATA RAID Controller* - 2 x SATA 6Gb/s ports Optional kits: SAS Controller ASUS PIKE II 3008 8-port SAS HBA card ASUS PIKE II 3108 8-port SAS HW RAID card 12G SAS Support (continued on the next page) ASUS E900 G4 1-3 E900 G4 specifications summary Storage Bays 8 x 3.5"/2.5" Hot-swap Storage Bays (4 x 3.5" SATA HDD + 4 x 2.5" SAS HDD with PIKE card) 1 x M.2 Socket 3, supporting type 22110/2280/2260/2242 (PCIe Gen3 x4 and SATA mode) 4 x U.2 connector (optional kit for NVMe support)* * Supports Intel® Virtual RAID on Chip (Intel® VROC). Networking LAN Graphic VGA * NVMe RAID type and function will depend on Intel® VROC HW key installed. Intel® VROC HW key is purchased separately. 2 x Intel® i210-AT Gigabit LAN Controller Aspeed AST2500 64MB (optional) Audio Realtek® ALC S1220A 8-Channel High Definition Audio CODEC Auxiliary Storage Device Bay 2 x 5.25" media bays (Floppy / Optical Drive) (Options: DVD-ROM/DVD-RW) 1 x Headphone jack Front I/O 1 x Microphone jack 4 x USB 3.1 Gen 1 ports 4 x USB 3.1 Gen 1 ports 2 x USB 3.1 Gen 2 ports (1 x Type-A and 1 x Type-CTM) 2 x USB 2.0 ports (1 x supports USB BIOS Flashback) Rear I/O 1 x USB BIOS Flashback button 1 x PS/2 and keyboard mouse port 2 x RJ-45 LAN ports 1 x Optical S/PDIF Out port 5 x Audio Jacks Front Switch/LED: Switch/LED Other Options OS Support Management Solution 1 x Power switch / LED 1 x Reset switch 1 x HDD Access LED Cooler kit for passive GPU support Windows® 10 Software Out of Band Remote Management * Refer to http://www.asus.com/ for the latest OS support. ASUS Control Center support ASMB9 Card (continued on the next page) 1-4 Chapter 1: Product Introduction E900 G4 specifications summary Dimension (HH x WW x DD) Net Weight Kg (CPU, DRAM & HDD not inclu ded) Power Supply and Rating Environment 532 mm x 243 mm x 582 mm (21.0" x 9.5" x 22.9") 18.33kg Dual 2000W Titanium, CRPS (1+1 Redundant) Rating: 100-127/200-240Vac, 9.5A (x2), 50-60Hz, Class 1 or 2000W Platinum ATX Power Supply Rating: 100-240Vac, 15-12A, 50-60Hz Operating temperature: 10°C ~ 35°C Non operating temperature: -40°C ~ 70°C Non operating humidity: 20% ~ 90% ( Non condensing) Specifications are subject to change without notice. ASUS E900 G4 1-5 1.4 Front panel features The E900 G4 workstation features a simple yet stylish front panel design. The power and reset buttons, LED indicators, optical drive, and USB ports are all conveniently located at the front panel for easy access. Headphone port Microphone port USB 3.1 Gen 1 ports Card reader Smart Card SD/MMC/MS Power button Reset button HDD access LED Optical Drive (Optional) Refer to the Front panel LEDs section for the LED descriptions. 1-6 Chapter 1: Product Introduction 1.5 Rear panel features The rear panel includes a slot for the motherboard rear I/O ports, expansion slots, a vent for the system fan, and the power supply module. Keyboard / Mouse port USB 2.0 ports BIOS Flashback button USB 3.1 Gen 2 Type-CTM port USB 3.1 Gen 2 Type-A port USB 3.1 Gen 1 ports Lan ports Audio ports USB BIOS Flashback TYPE C 10 USB3.1 USB3.0 USB3.0 SPDIF OUT REAR C/SUB MIC IN LINE OUT LINE IN KY Expansion slots 120 mm x 120 mm system fan vents Redundant power supply* * The power supply unit may vary between models ASUS E900 G4 COM port Optional I/O port 1-7 USB BIOS Flashback TYPE C 10 USB3.1 USB3.0 USB3.0 SPDIF OUT REAR C/SUB MIC IN LINE OUT LINE IN KY Power supply* * The power supply unit may vary between models 1-8 Chapter 1: Product Introduction 1.6 Internal features The ASUS E900 G4 Pedestal server system includes the basic components as shown: 1. Power supply unit 2. GPU fan 3. ASUS WS C621E SAGE motherboard 4. Expansion card locks (hidden) 5. Optical drive (Optional) 6. Front I/O board (hidden) 7. Storage device bay (Top) 8. Storage device bay (Bottom) 9. GPU bar Turn off the system power and detach the power supply before removing or replacing any system component. The barebone server does not include a floppy disk drive. If you need to use a floppy disk, connect the USB floppy disk drive to any of the USB ports on the front or rear panel. WARNING HAZARDOUS MOVING PARTS KEEP FINGERS AND OTHER BODY PARTS AWAY ASUS E900 G4 1-9 1.7 LED information 1.7.1 Front panel LEDs Smart Card SD/MMC/MS Smart Card SD/MMC/MS HDD Access LED LED Icon HDD Access LED Display status OFF Blinking Description No activity Read/write data into the HDD 1.7.2 Rear panel LEDs ACT/LINK LED SPEED LED USB BIOS Flashback TYPE C 10 USB3.1 USB3.0 USB3.0 SPDIF OUT REAR C/SUB MIC IN LINE OUT LINE IN KY ACT/LINK LED Status Description OFF YELLOW No link Linked BLINKING Data activity SPEED LED Status Description OFF 10 Mbps connection ORANGE 100 Mbps connection GREEN 1 Gbps connection 1-10 Chapter 1: Product Introduction Chapter 2: Hardware Setup Hardware Setup This chapter lists the hardware setup procedures that you have to perform when installing system components. It includes description of the jumpers and connectors on the motherboard. 2 2.1 2.1.1 Chassis cover Removing the side covers · Ensure that you unplug the power cord before removing the side cover. · Take extra care when removing the side cover. Keep your fingers from components inside the chassis that can cause injury, such as the CPU fan, rear fan, and other sharp-edged parts. · The images of the system shown in this section are for reference purposes only and may not exactly match the model you purchase. 1. Remove the two (2) screws from the rear of the side cover, then set them aside. USB BIOS Flashback 10 USB3.1 TYPE C USB3.0 USB3.0 SPDIF OUT REAR C/SUB MIC IN LINE OUT LINE 2. Lift the side cover to remove it. Be careful not to apply pressure to the air vent on the side cover to avoid damages to the system. USB BIOS Flashback 10 USB3.1 TYPE C USB3.0 USB3.0 SPDIF OUT REAR C/SUB MIC IN LINE OUT LINE 3. Repeat steps 1 and 2 to remove the other side cover. 2-2 Chapter 2: Hardware Setup 2.1.2 Replacing the side covers 1. Align and insert the front of the side cover to the front of the chassis (A), then replace the side cover onto the USB BIOS Flashback 10 USB3.1 chassis (B). TYPE C USB3.0 USB3.0 SPDIF OUT REAR C/SUB MIC IN LINE OUT LINE 2. Replace the two (2) removed previously to secure the side cover to the chassis. USB BIOS Flashback 10 USB3.1 TYPE C USB3.0 USB3.0 SPDIF OUT REAR C/SUB MIC IN LINE OUT LINE 3. Repeat steps 1 and 2 to replace the other side cover. ASUS E900 G4 2-3 2.2 CPU installation The motherboard comes with a surface mount LGA 3647 socket designed for the Intel® Xeon® Skylake-SP product family series processors. Ensure that you install the correct CPU designed for LGA3647 socket only. DO NOT install a CPU designed for other sockets on the LGA3647 socket. · Ensure that all power cables are unplugged before installing the CPU. · Ensure that you install the correct CPU designed for LGA3647 socket only. · Upon purchase of the motherboard, ensure that the PnP cap is on the socket and the socket contacts are not bent. Contact your retailer immediately if the PnP cap is missing, or if you see any damage to the PnP cap/socket contacts/motherboard components. ASUS will shoulder the cost of repair only if the damage is shipment/ transit-related. · Keep the cap after installing the motherboard. ASUS will process Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) requests only if the motherboard comes with the cap on the LGA3647 socket. · The product warranty does not cover damage to the socket contacts resulting from incorrect CPU installation/removal, or misplacement/loss/incorrect removal of the PnP cap. The CPU is purchased separately. 2-4 Chapter 2: Hardware Setup Triangle mark Apply the Thermal Interface Material to the CPU heatsink and CPU before you install the heatsink and fan, if necessary. The CPU and heatsink assembly fits in only one correct orientation. DO NOT force the CPU and heatsink assembly into the socket to prevent damaging the CPU pins on the socket. The heatsink screws are T30 models. A torque value of 12 inch-lbf is recommended. ASUS E900 G4 2-5 2.3 System memory The motherboard comes with four DDR 4 (Double Data Rate 4) Dual Inline Memory Modules (DIMM) slots. A DDR4 module is notched differently from a DDR, DDR2 or DDR3 module. DO NOT install a DDR, DDR2 or DDR3 memory module to the DDR4 slot. Memory configurations You may install 4 GB, 8 GB, 16 GB, and 32 GB RDIMMs; and 32 GB, and 64 GB LRDIMMs into the DIMM sockets. · For system stability, use a more efficient memory cooling system to support a full memory load (12 DIMMs) or overclocking condition. · Always install the DIMMS with the same CAS Latency. For an optimum compatibility, we recommend that you install memory modules of the same version or data code (D/C) from the same vendor. Check with the vendor to get the correct memory modules. · The DIMMs are purchased separately. · Visit the ASUS website for the latest QVL. 2-6 Chapter 2: Hardware Setup Single CPU configuration You can refer to the following recommended memory population for a single CPU configuration. Single CPU configuration (must be installed on CPU1) A1 B1 C1 D1 E1 F1 1 DIMM P - - - - - 2 DIMMs P P - - - - 4 DIMMs P P - P P - 6 DIMMs P P P P P P Dual CPU configuration You can refer to the following recommended memory population for a dual CPU configuration. Dual CPU configuration A1 B1 C1 D1 E1 F1 G1 H1 J1 K1 L1 M1 2 DIMMs P - - - - - P - - - - - 4 DIMMs PP - - - - PP - - - - 6 DIMMs PPP - - - PPP - - - 8 DIMMs PP - PP - PP - PP - 12 DIMMs P P P P P P P P P P P P ASUS E900 G4 2-7 2.3.1 Installing a DIMM on a single clip DIMM socket 1. Unlock a DIMM socket by pressing the DIMM notch retaining clip outward. 2. Align a DIMM on the socket such that the notch on the DIMM matches the DIMM slot key on the socket. DIMM slot key Unlocked retaining clip A DIMM is keyed with a notch so that it fits in only one direction. DO NOT force a DIMM into a socket in the wrong direction to avoid damaging the DIMM. 3. Hold the DIMM by both of its ends then insert the DIMM vertically into the socket. Apply force to both ends of the DIMM simultaneously until the retaining clip snaps back into place and the DIMM cannot be pushed in any further to ensure proper sitting of the DIMM. Locked Retaining Clip Always insert the DIMM into the socket vertically to prevent DIMM notch damage. · To install two or more DIMMs, refer to the user guide bundled in the motherboard package. · Refer to the ASUS website for qualified vendor lists of the memory modules. Removing a DIMM from a single clip DIMM socket 1. Press the retaining clip outward to unlock the DIMM. 2. Remove the DIMM from the socket. Support the DIMM lightly with your fingers when pressing the retaining clips. The DIMM might get damaged when it flips out with extra force. 2-8 Chapter 2: Hardware Setup 2.4 Air Duct Ensure to unplug the power cable before installing or removing any system components. Failure to do so may cause damage to the motherboard and other system components! 2.4.1 Removing the air duct To remove the air duct: 1. Remove the two (2) screws from the fan. 2. Remove the fan connector from the FRNT_FAN3 connector on the motherboard. ASUS E900 G4 2-9 3. Remove the four (4) screws from the GPU bar then remove the GPU bar and place it aside. GPU bar 4. Remove the two (2) screws of the air duct then remove the air duct and place them aside. 2-10 Chapter 2: Hardware Setup 2.5 Storage devices The server system supports eight (8) 3.5-inch Serial ATA hard disk drives or eight (8) 2.5-inch SSD drives via the storage device trays, or an optional four (4) NVME drives via the bottom four storage device trays. · Support for the optional four (4) NVME is optional and is purchased separately. · The storage devices are purchased separately. Installing 3.5-inch storage devices To install 3.5-inch storage devices: 1. Remove the side cover of the chassis. Refer to the Removing the side cover section for more information. 2. Prepare the 3.5-inch storage device and the bundled set of screws. 3. Press and hold the storage device tray latch from both sides, then pull the storage device tray out from the bay. 4. Align and insert the 3.5-inch storage device into the storage device tray ensuring that the screw holes on the storage device matches the HDD notches on the storage device bay. Ensure the storage device is seated firmly in the storage device bay. Screw holes (HDD) HDD notches (Storage device tray) ASUS E900 G4 2-11 5. Align the storage device tray and storage device assembly with the storage device tray railing in the bay. 6. Push the storage device tray and storage device assembly all the way into the depth of the bay until the storage device tray is seated securely in the bay. 7. Repeat steps 2 to 6 to install other 3.5" storage devices. 2-12 Chapter 2: Hardware Setup Installing 2.5-inch storage devices To install 2.5-inch storage devices: 1. Remove the side cover of the chassis. Refer to the Removing the side cover section for more information. 2. Prepare the 2.5-inch storage device and the bundled set of screws. 3. Press and hold the storage device tray latch from both sides, then pull the storage device tray out from the bay. 4. Carefully push the storage device tray lock pin out of the tray using a suitable tool. Please refer to the illustration below for the location of the storage device tray lock pin. Storage device tray lock pin ASUS E900 G4 2-13 5. Align and insert the 2.5-inch storage device into the storage device tray ensuring that the screw holes on the storage device matches the screw holes on the storage bay, then secure the storage device to the storage device tray using the bundled screws. 6. Align the storage device tray and storage device assembly with the storage device tray railing in the bay. 7. Push the storage device tray and storage device assembly all the way into the depth of the bay until the storage device tray is seated securely in the bay. 8. Repeat steps 2 to 7 to install other 2.5" storage devices. 2-14 Chapter 2: Hardware Setup 2.6 Expansion slots Unplug the power cord before adding or removing expansion cards. Failure to do so may cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components. Slot No. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Slot Description PCIe x16_1 slot PCIe x16_2 slot (max. at x8 mode) PCIe x16_3 slot PCIe x16_4 slot (max. at x8 mode) PCIe x16_5 slot PCIe x16_6 slot (max. at x8 mode) PCIe x16_7 slot ASUS E900 G4 2-15 2.6.1 Installing an expansion card The expansion cards, such as GPU cards are purchased separately 1. Before installing the expansion card, read the documentation that came with it and make the necessary hardware settings for the card. 2. Remove the GPU bar. Please refer to the section Air Duct for more information on removing the GPU bar. 3. Lay the system on its side on a flat, stable surface. 4. Release the screw(s) on the metal slot cover where you wish to install the expansion card. 5. Remove the metal slot cover. 2-16 Chapter 2: Hardware Setup 6. Align the card's golden fingers with the slot, and then press firmly until the card is completely seated on the slot. 7. Secure the expansion card with the screw(s) that you removed earlier in step 4. ASUS E900 G4 2-17 8. Remove the screws of the VGA supports on the GPU bar so that you can adjust it to match the position of the installed expansion card. Ensure that there is a support on either side of the expansion card, then replace the screws removed previously. 9. Position the GPU bar in a diagonal position, then place it into the system chassis. 10. Rotate and adjust the GPU bar in an anti-clockwise direction until the supports adjusted in step 8 fit in between the expansion card(s). 2-18 Chapter 2: Hardware Setup 11. Secure the GPU bar using the four (4) screws removed previously. 12. Secure the fan to the GPU bar and chassis using the two (2) screws removed previously. 13. Connect the fan connector to the FRNT_FAN3 connector on the motherboard. ASUS E900 G4 2-19 2.6.2 Configuring an expansion card Slot No. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Single VGA - PCI Express 3.0 operating mode 2-way SLI® / CrossFireXTM 3-way SLI® / CrossFireXTM - x16 - - - x16 (single VGA x16 x16 recommended) - - - - x16 x16 - - - - - - 4-way SLI® / CrossFireXTM x16 - x16 x16 x16 We recommend that you provide sufficient power when running CrossFireXTM or SLI® mode. 2-20 Chapter 2: Hardware Setup 2.6.3 (optional) Installing a passive graphics card Unplug the power cord before installing or removing an expansion card. Failure to do so may cause severe damage to the motherboard and other system components! 1. Remove the GPU bar and air duct from the chassis, please refer to section Air Duct for more details. 2. Release the screws on the metal slot cover for all the metal covers, then remove all the metal slot covers. 3. Install the bundled closed metal slot covers into the slots you do not wish to install your passive graphics card in. The closed metal slots are bundled with the optional passive fan module. 4 Install your passive graphics card into the reserved empty expansion slot(s), then secure it using the screws removed earlier. The passive graphics card is purchased separately. ASUS E900 G4 2-21 5. Remove the metal cover of the passive fan module cable slot. Take extra care when removing the metal cover. Use tools such as a screw driver to bend and remove the metal cover to avoid physical injury. 6. Align the passive fan module to the screw holes around the expansion slots. The passive fan module is optional. 7. Thread the passive fan module cables through the passive fan module cable slot. 8. Secure the passive fan module to the chassis using the bundled screws. USB BIOS Flashback 10 USB3.1 TYPE C USB3.0 USB3.0 SPDIF OUT REAR C/SUB MIC IN LINE OUT LINE 2-22 Chapter 2: Hardware Setup 9. Connect the passive fan module cables to the cables located inside the chassis. 10. Connect the fan cables located near the bottom of the motherboard to the FRNT_FAN2 and FRNT_FAN3 connectors on the motherboard. Ensure to remove all other cables on the FRNT_FAN2 and FRNT_FAN3 connectors before conencting the fan cables. FRNT_FAN2 FRNT_FAN3 ASUS E900 G4 2-23 2.6.4 Installing a PIKE II card Unplug the power cord before installing or removing an expansion card. Failure to do so may cause severe damage to the motherboard and other system components! 1. Remove the GPU bar and air duct from the chassis, please refer to section Air Duct for more details. 2. Loosen the heatsink screws in the order shown, then lift and remove the CPU and heatsink. The heatsink screws are T30 models. A torque value of 12 inch-lbf is recommended. 2-24 Chapter 2: Hardware Setup 3. Remove the DIMMs from the DIMM slots A1-F1. DIMM_F1 DIMM_E1 DIMM_D1 DIMM_A1 DIMM_B1 DIMM_C1 4. Remove the two (2) bay screws securing the riser card tray from the right side of the system. ASUS E900 G4 2-25 5. Remove the other two (2) bay screws securing the riser card tray from the left side of the system. 6. Pull the 5.25-inch bay locks outwards. 7. Remove the riser card tray from the 5.25-inch bay. 8. Attach the riser card tray fan to the riser card tray and secure it with the bundled four (4) screws, then connect the extension cable. 2-26 Chapter 2: Hardware Setup 9. Align the riser card with the screw holes on the riser card tray, then secure the riser card to the tray using the bundled two (2) screws. Riser card tray screw holes 10. Connect the bundled power cable to the 4-pin power connector on the riser card. 11. Connect two (2) OCuLink cables to the riser card. OCUPCIE2 OCUPCIE1 ASUS E900 G4 2-27 12. Connect the OCuLink cables to the motherboard. Ensure to connect the cable connected to OCUPCIE1 to the U.2_4 connector on your motherboard, and the cable connected to OCUPCIE2 to the U.2_3 connector on your motherboard. 13. Connect the fan extension cable to the FRNT_FAN5 connector on your motherboard. Connect to riser card fan Connect to OCUPCIE2 Connect to OCUPCIE1 14. Connect the power cable to a 4-pin molex connector from the power supply unit. 15. Prepare your PIKE II card. 16. Connect a Mini SAS HD cable to the Mini SAS HD connector closest to the metal frame on your PIKE II card for the four (4) top storage bays. 17. Connect a Mini SAS HD cable to the other Mini SAS HD connector for the four (4) bottom storage bays. 2-28 Chapter 2: Hardware Setup 18. Install the PIKE II card to the riser card, then secure it with a screw. 19. Install the riser card and tray into the 5.25-inch bay. 20. Ensure the screw holes on the riser card tray are aligned with the bay screw holes, then replace the two (2) screws removed from before. 21. Push the bay lock inwards to secure the riser card tray. ASUS E900 G4 2-29 22. Connect the Mini SAS HD cable from step 16 to the MSAS_HD1 connector on the top back plane. The top back plane is located on the reverse side of the illustration below. 23. Connect the Mini SAS HD cable from step 17 to the MSAS_HD1 connector on the bottom back plane. The bottom back plane is located on the reverse side of the illustration below. 2-30 Chapter 2: Hardware Setup 2.6.5 Installing M.2 (NGFF) cards To install an M.2 card: 1. Remove the three (3) screws from the M.2 heatsink on your motherboard, then lift and remove the M.2 heatsink. 2. Locate the M.2 connector (NGFF1) on the motherboard. 3. Remove the screw on the M.2 socket and set it aside. 4. Align and insert the M.2 card into the M.2 slot. 5. Secure the M.2 card with the screw that you removed earlier in step 2. ASUS E900 G4 2-31 6. Peel off the plastic film on the thermal pad located on the bottom side of the M.2 heatsink. 7. Replace the M.2 heatsink and secure it with the three (3) screws removed earlier. 2-32 Chapter 2: Hardware Setup 2.7 Removable components You may need to remove previously installed system components when installing or removing system devices, or when you need to replace defective components. This section tells how to remove the Redundant power supply module. 2.7.1 Redundant power supply module To install the redundant power supply module: 1. Locate the redundant power supply you want to remove on the rear panel of your chassis. Move the handle on it upward. 2. Press the latch to the left and pull the power supply module out of the system chassis. 2 1 2 3. Insert the replacement power supply module into the chassis. You will hear a sound when the power supply module is secured in place. ASUS E900 G4 2-33 2.8 BIOS update utility USB BIOS Flashback USB BIOS Flashback allows you to easily update the BIOS without entering the existing BIOS or operating system. Simply insert a USB storage device to the USB port (the USB port hole marked in green on the I/O shield) then press the USB BIOS Flashback button for three seconds to automatically update the BIOS. To use USB BIOS Flashback: 1. Insert a USB storage device to the USB Flashback port. We recommend you to use a USB 2.0 storage device to save the latest BIOS version for better compatibility and stability. 2. Visit https://www.asus.com/support/ and download the latest BIOS version for this motherboard. 3. Rename the file as WSC621ES.CAP, then copy it to your USB storage device. 4. Shut down your computer. 5. Press the BIOS Flashback button for three seconds until the Flashback LED blinks three times, indicating that the BIOS Flashback function is enabled. USB BIOS Flashback port USB BIOS Flashback button 6. Wait until the light goes out, indicating that the BIOS updating process is completed. For more BIOS update utilities in BIOS setup, refer to the section 4.1 Managing and updating your BIOS in Chapter 4. · Do not unplug portable disk, power system, or press the CLR_CMOS button while BIOS update is ongoing, otherwise update will be interrupted. In case of interruption, please follow the steps again. · If the light flashes for five seconds and turns into a solid light, this means that the BIOS Flashback is not operating properly. This may be caused by improper installation of the USB storage device and filename/file format error. If this scenario happens, please restart the system to turn off the light. · Updating BIOS may have risks. If the BIOS program is damaged during the process and results to the system's failure to boot up, please contact your local ASUS Service Center. 2-34 Chapter 2: Hardware Setup 2.9 Motherboard rear and audio connection 2.9.1 Rear I/O connection Rear panel connectors 1. PS/2 and keyboard Mouse port 2. USB BIOS Flashback button 3. USB 3.1 Gen 2 Type-A port EA2 4. LAN (RJ-45) ports 1, 2* (Shared LAN is only supported when ASMB9 Card is installed) 5. USB 2.0 ports 9, 10. Lower port supports USB BIOS Flashback function. 6. USB 3.1 Gen 2 Type-CTM port EC1 7. USB 3.1 Gen 1 ports 3, 4 8. USB 3.1 Gen 1 ports 1, 2 9. Optical S/PDIF OUT port 10. Audio I/O ports** * and **: Refer to the tables on the next page for LAN port LEDs and audio port definitions. · USB 3.1 Gen 1 / Gen 2 devices can only be used as data storage only. · We strongly recommend that you connect your devices to ports with matching data transfer rate. Please connect your USB 3.1 Gen 1 devices to USB 3.1 Gen 1 ports and your USB 3.1 Gen 2 devices to USB 3.1 Gen 2 ports for faster and better performance for your devices. ASUS E900 G4 2-35 * LAN ports LED indications Activity Link LED Speed LED Status Off Description No link Status Description Off 10 Mbps connection Orange Linked Orange 100 Mbps connection Orange (Blinking) Data activity Green 1 Gbps connection Orange (Blinking Ready to wake up then steady) from S5 mode ACT/LINK SPEED LED LED LAN port ** Audio 2, 4, 5.1 or 7.1-channel configuration Port Headset 2-channel Light Blue Lime Pink Orange Black Line In Line Out Mic In 4.channel 5.1-channel 7.1-channel Line In Front Speaker Out Mic In Rear Speaker Out Line In Front Speaker Out Mic In Side Speaker Out Front Speaker Out Mic In Center/Sub woofer Center/Sub woofer Rear Speaker Out Rear Speaker Out 2-36 Chapter 2: Hardware Setup 2.9.2 Audio I/O connections Audio I/O ports Connect to Headphone and Mic Connect to Stereo Speakers Connect to 2-channel Speakers ASUS E900 G4 2-37 Connect to 4-channel Speakers Connect to 5.1-channel Speakers Connect to 7.1-channel Speakers 2-38 Chapter 2: Hardware Setup 2.10 Starting up for the first time 1. After making all the connections, replace the system case cover. 2. Ensure that all switches are off. 3. Connect the power cord to the power connector at the back of the system chassis. 4. Connect the power cord to a power outlet that is equipped with a surge protector. 5. Turn on the devices in the following order: a. Monitor b. External storage devices (starting with the last device on the chain) c. System power 6. After applying power, the system power LED on the system front panel case lights up. For systems with ATX power supplies, the system LED lights up when you press the ATX power button. If your monitor complies with the "green" standards or if it has a "power standby" feature, the monitor LED may light up or change from orange to green after the system LED turns on. The system then runs the power-on self tests (POST). While the tests are running, the BIOS beeps (refer to the BIOS beep codes table) or additional messages appear on the screen. If you do not see anything within 30 seconds from the time you turned on the power, the system may have failed a power-on test. Check the jumper settings and connections or call your retailer for assistance. BIOS Beep One short beep Description VGA detected Quick boot set to disabled One continuous beep followed by two short beeps then a pause (repeated) One continuous beep followed by three short beeps One continuous beep followed by four short beeps No keyboard detected No memory detected No VGA detected Hardware component failure 7. At power on, hold down the <Delete> key to enter the BIOS Setup. Follow the instructions in Chapter 3. 2.11 Turning off the computer While the system is ON, press the power button for less than four seconds to put the system on sleep mode or soft-off mode, depending on the BIOS setting. Press the power switch for more than four seconds to let the system enter the soft-off mode regardless of the BIOS setting. ASUS E900 G4 2-39 2-40 Chapter 2: Hardware Setup Chapter 3: Motherboard Information 3 Motherboard Information This chapter includes the motherboard layout and brief descriptions of the jumpers and internal connectors. 3.1 Motherboard layout Refer to 3.5 Internal connectors and 2.10.1 Rear I/O connection for more information about rear panel connectors and internal connectors. 3-2 Chapter 3: Motherboard Information Layout contents Connectors/Jumpers/Buttons and switches/Slots 1. DDR4 DIMM slots 2. Fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN1-2; 4-pin FRNT_FAN1-5; 4-pin REAR_ FAN1-2) 3. LGA3647 CPU socket 4. ATX power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR; 8-pin EATX12V1; 8-pin EATX12V2; 6-pin EATX12V3) 5. Power Supply SMBus connector (5-pin PSUSMB) 6. PMBus 1.2 PSU select jumper (3-pin SMART_PSU1) 7. DDR4 thermal event setting (3-pin DIMMTRIP1-2) 8. SATADOM power setting (3-pin DOM1_PWR1) 9. U.2 connectors (U.2_1; U.2_2; U.2_3; U.2_4) 10. Intel® C621 Serial ATA 6 Gb/s connectors (7-pin SATA1-8) 11. ASMedia® Serial ATA 6 Gb/s connectors (7-pin SATA_E1-2) 12. Auxiliary panel connector (20-2 pin AUX_PANEL1) 13. Chassis Intrusion connector (2-pin INTRUSION1) 14. System panel connector (20-1 pin PANEL1) 15. Serial General Purpose Input/Output connector (6-1 pin SGPIO1) 16. TPM connector (14-1 pin TPM1) 17. Clear RTC RAM (3-pin CLRTC1) 18. ME firmware force recovery setting (3-pin ME_RCVR1) 19. System Management Bus (SMBUS) connector (5-1 pin SMBUS1) 20. VROC_KEY connector (4-pin VROC_KEY1) 21. USB 3.1 Gen 1 connectors (20-1 pin USB3_E12; 20-1 pin USB3_E34) 22. PCH_MFG1 Setting (3-pin PCH_MFG1) 23. M.2 (NGFF) connectors (NGFF1) 24. VGA controller setting (3-pin VGA_SW1) 25. USB 2.0 connector (10-1 pin USB78) 26. IPMI SW setting (3-pin IPMI_SW1) 27. VPP_I2C1 connector (10-1 pin VPP_I2C1) 28. Q-Code LED 29. Reset button 30. Power button 31. Serial port connector (10-1 pin COM1) 32. VGA connector (16-1 pin VGA_HDR1) 33. Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP) 34. Hard disk activity LED connector (4-pin HDLED1) 35. BMC connector (14-1 pin ASMB9) 36. Micro SD card slot (MSD1) Page 2-6 3-20 2-4 3-23 3-24 3-7 3-6 3-6 3-16 3-13 3-13 3-22 3-15 3-21 3-26 3-15 3-5 3-7 3-25 3-17 3-19 3-8 3-17 3-9 3-18 3-8 3-25 3-12 3-4 3-4 3-24 3-16 3-14 3-14 3-26 3-27 ASUS E900 G4 3-3 3.2 Onboard buttons and switches Onboard buttons and switches allow you to fine-tune performance when working on a bare or open-case system. This is ideal for overclockers and gamers who continually change settings to enhance system performance. 1. Power-on button The motherboard comes with a power-on button that allows you to power up or wake up the system. The button also lights up when the system is plugged to a power source indicating that you should shut down the system and unplug the power cable before removing or installing any motherboard component. 2. Reset button Press the reset button to reboot the system. 3-4 Chapter 3: Motherboard Information 3.3 Jumpers 1. Clear RTC RAM (3-pin CLRTC1) This jumper allows you to clear the Real Time Clock (RTC) RAM in CMOS. You can clear the CMOS memory of date, time, and system setup parameters by erasing the CMOS RTC RAM data. The onboard button cell battery powers the RAM data in CMOS, which include system setup information such as system passwords. To erase the RTC RAM: 1. Turn OFF the computer and unplug the power cord. 2. Move the jumper cap from pins 12 (default) to pins 23. Keep the cap on pins 23 for about 510 seconds, then move the cap back to pins 12. 3. Plug the power cord and turn ON the computer. 4. Hold down the <Del> key during the boot process and enter BIOS setup to reenter data. Except when clearing the RTC RAM, never remove the cap on CLRTC jumper default position. Removing the cap will cause system boot failure! If the steps above do not help, remove the onboard battery and move the jumper again to clear the CMOS RTC RAM data. After the CMOS clearance, reinstall the battery. ASUS E900 G4 3-5 2. DDR4 thermal event setting (3-pin DIMMTRIP1-2) These jumpers allow you to enable or disable DDR4 DIMM thermal sensing event pin. 3. SATADOM power setting (3-pin DOM1_PWR1) This jumper allows SATA8 to support SATADOM which do not need external power connections. Set to pins 2-3 to activate the SATA8 support feature. 3-6 Chapter 3: Motherboard Information 4. PMBus 1.2 PSU select jumper (3-pin SMART_PSU1) This jumper allows you to select PSU PMBus version. Set to pins 12 for PMBus, set to pins 23 for others. 5. ME firmware force recovery setting (3-pin ME_RCVR1) This jumper allows you to quickly recover the Intel Management Engine (ME) firmware when it becomes corrupted. ASUS E900 G4 3-7 6. PCH_MFG1 setting (3-pin PCH_MFG1) This jumper allows you to update the BIOS ME block. 7. IPMI SW setting (3-pin IPMI_SW1) This jumper allows you to select which protocol in the GPU sensor to function. 3-8 Chapter 3: Motherboard Information 8. VGA controller setting (3-pin VGA_SW1) This jumper allows you to enable or disable the onboard VGA controller. Set to pins 12 to activate the VGA feature. Ensure the power supply is switched off or the power cord is detached from the power supply when enabling or disabling the VGA controller settings using this jumper. · If a VGA Card is installed into a PCI Express x16 Slot, the onboard VGA function will still be enabled. · BMC Remote Management Function will still be available when VGA controller settings is set to disabled, but the display will be disabled on the client device. ASUS E900 G4 3-9 3.4 Onboard LEDs 1. Standby Power LED (SBPWR1) The motherboard comes with a standby power LED. The green LED lights up to indicate that the system is ON, in sleep mode, or in soft-off mode. This is a reminder that you should shut down the system and unplug the power cable before removing or plugging in any motherboard component. The illustration below shows the location of the onboard LED. 2. Location LED (LOCLED1) This onboard LED lights up when the Location button on the server is pressed or when triggered by a system management software. The Location LED helps visually locate and quickly identify the server in error on a server rack. 3-10 Chapter 3: Motherboard Information 3. Hard disk activity LED (HDDLED1) This LED is for the storage devices connected to the onboard SATA, or SATA/SAS add-on card. The read or write activities of any device connected to the onboard SATA, or SATA/SAS add-on card causes the rear panel LED to light up. 4. Baseboard Management Controller LED (BMCLED1) The BMC LED works with the ASUS ASMB management device and indicates its initiation status. When the PSU is plugged and the system is OFF, ASUS ASMB management device starts system initiation for about one (1) minute. The BMC LED blinks after system initiation finishes. This LED is only enabled for the WS C621E SAGE (BMC) model. ASUS E900 G4 3-11 5. Q-Code LED The Q-Code LED design provides you with a 2-digit error code that displays the system status. · The Q-Code LEDs provide the most probable cause of an error code as a starting point for troubleshooting. The actual cause may vary from case to case. · Please refer to the Q-Code table in the Appendix section for more details. 3-12 Chapter 3: Motherboard Information 3.5 Internal connectors 1. Intel® C621 Serial ATA 6 Gb/s connectors (7-pin SATA1-8) These connectors connect to Serial ATA 6 Gb/s hard disk drives via Serial ATA 6 Gb/s signal cables. If you installed Serial ATA hard disk drives, you can create a RAID 0, 1, 5, and 10 configuration with the Intel® Rapid Storage Technology enterprise (Intel® RSTe) through the onboard Intel® C621 chipset. These connectors are set to [AHCI] by default. If you intend to create a Serial ATA RAID set using these connectors, set the SATA Mode item in the BIOS to [RAID]. 2. ASMedia® Serial ATA 6 Gb/s connectors (7-pin SATA_E1-2) These connectors connect to Serial ATA 6 Gb/s hard disk drives via Serial ATA 6 Gb/s signal cables. ASUS E900 G4 3-13 3. Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP) This connector is for a chassis-mounted front panel audio I/O module that supports HD Audio. Connect one end of the front panel audio I/O module cable to this connector. We recommend that you connect a high-definition front panel audio module to this connector to avail of the motherboard's high-definition audio capability. 4. Hard disk activity LED connector (4-pin HDLED1) This LED connector is for the storage add-on card cable connected to the SATA or SAS add-on card. The read or write activities of any device connected to the SATA or SAS add-on card causes the front panel LED to light up. 3-14 Chapter 3: Motherboard Information 5. Chassis intrusion connector (2-pin INTRUSION1) These leads are for the intrusion detection feature for chassis with intrusion sensor or microswitch. When you remove any chassis component, the sensor triggers and sends a high level signal to these leads to record a chassis intrusion event. The default setting is to short the CHASSIS# and the GND pin by a jumper cap to disable the function. 6. TPM connector (14-1 pin TPM1) This connector supports a Trusted Platform Module (TPM) system, which securely store keys, digital certificates, passwords and data. A TPM system also helps enhance network security, protect digital identities, and ensures platform integrity. The TPM module is purchased separately. ASUS E900 G4 3-15 7. VGA connector (16-1 pin VGA_HDR1) This connector supports the VGA High Dynamic-Range interface. 8. U.2 connectors (U.2_1; U.2_2; U.2_3; U.2_4) This motherboard comes with U.2 connectors which support PCIe 3.0 x4 NVM Express storage. 3-16 Chapter 3: Motherboard Information 9. M.2 (NGFF) connectors (NGFF1) This socket allows you to install an M.2 (NGFF) SSD module. · This socket supports M Key and type 22110/2280/2260/2242 storage devices. · This socket supports PCIe and SATA modes. · The M.2 (NGFF) device is purchased separately. 10. VROC_KEY connector (4-pin VROC_KEY1) This connector allows you to connect a KEY module to enable CPU RAID functions with Intel® CPU RSTe. Intel® RSTe and the onboard VROC Key supports Intel® VROC functions, please refer to the table below for more information on the different RAID support of different KEY modules. The KEY module is purchased separately. ASUS E900 G4 3-17 11. USB 2.0 connector (10-1 pin USB78) These connectors are for USB 2.0 ports. Connect the USB module cable to any of these connectors, then install the module to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis. These USB connectors comply with USB 2.0 specification that supports up to 480 Mbps connection speed. DO NOT connect a 1394 cable to the USB connectors. Doing so will damage the motherboard! 3-18 Chapter 3: Motherboard Information 12. USB 3.1 Gen 1 connectors (20-1 pin USB3_E12; 20-1 pin USB3_E34) These connectors allow you to connect a USB 3.1 Gen 1 module for additional USB 3.1 Gen 1 front or rear panel ports. With an installed USB 3.1 Gen 1 module, you can enjoy all the benefits of USB 3.1 Gen 1 including faster data transfer speeds of up to 5 Gb/s, faster charging time for USB-chargeable devices, optimized power efficiency, and backward compatibility with USB 2.0. The USB 3.1 Gen 1 module is purchased separately. The plugged USB 3.1 Gen 1 device may run on xHCI or EHCI mode depending on the operating system's setting. ASUS E900 G4 3-19 13. Fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN1-2; 4-pin FRNT_FAN1-5; 4-pin REAR_FAN1-2) Connect the fan cables to the fan connectors on the motherboard, ensuring that the black wire of each cable matches the ground pin of the connector. · DO NOT forget to connect the fan cables to the fan connectors. Insufficient air flow inside the system may damage the motherboard components. These are not jumpers! Do not place jumper caps on the fan connectors! · Ensure that the CPU fan cable is securely installed to the CPU fan connector. The CPU_FAN connector supports the CPU fan of maximum 1A (12 W) fan power. 3-20 Chapter 3: Motherboard Information 14. System panel connector (20-1 pin PANEL1) This connector supports several chassis-mounted functions. · System power LED (3-pin PLED) This 3-pin connector is for the system power LED. Connect the chassis power LED cable to this connector. The system power LED lights up when you turn on the system power, and blinks when the system is in sleep mode. · Message LED (2-pin MLED) This 2-pin connector is for the message LED cable that connects to the front message LED. The message LED is controlled by the BMC to indicate an abnormal event occurrence. This connector may be disabled depending on the model. · System warning speaker (4-pin SPEAKER) This 4-pin connector is for the chassis-mounted system warning speaker. The speaker allows you to hear system beeps and warnings. · Hard disk drive activity LED (2-pin HDLED) This 2-pin connector is for the HDD Activity LED. Connect the HDD Activity LED cable to this connector. The HDD LED lights up or flashes when data is read from or written to the HDD. · ATX power button/soft-off button (2-pin PWRSW) This connector is for the system power button. Pressing the power button turns the system on or puts the system in sleep or soft-off mode depending on the operating system settings. Pressing the power switch for more than four seconds while the system is ON turns the system OFF. · Reset button (2-pin RESET) This 2-pin connector is for the chassis-mounted reset button for system reboot without turning off the system power. ASUS E900 G4 3-21 15. Auxiliary panel connector (20-2 pin AUX_PANEL1) This connector is for additional front panel features including front panel SMB, locator LED and switch, chassis intrusion, and LAN LEDs. · Front panel SMB (6-1 pin FPSMB) This connector connects the front panel SMBus cable. · LAN activity LED (2-pin LAN1_LED, LAN2_LED) These connectors are for the Gigabit LAN activity LEDs on the front panel. · Locator LED (2-pin LOCATORLED1, 2-pin LOCATORLED2) These connectors are for the locator LED1 and LED2 on the front panel. Connect the Locator LED cables to these 2-pin connector. The LEDs will light up when the Locator button is pressed. · Locator Button/Switch (2-pin LOCATORBTN) This connector is for the locator button on the front panel. This button queries the state of the system locator. 3-22 Chapter 3: Motherboard Information 16. ATX power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR; 8-pin EATX12V1; 8-pin EATX12V2; 6-pin EATX12V3) These connectors are for ATX power supply plugs. The power supply plugs are designed to fit these connectors in only one orientation. Find the proper orientation and push down firmly until the connectors completely fit. Ensure to connect the 8-pin power plug, or connect both the 8-pin and 6-pin power plugs. · For a fully configured system, we recommend that you use a power supply unit (PSU) that complies with ATX 12 V Specification 2.0 (or later version) and provides a minimum power of 350 W. · DO NOT forget to connect the 8-pin EATX12V1/EATX12V2 power plugs. Otherwise, the system will not boot. · We recommend that you use a PSU with a higher power output when configuring a system with more power-consuming devices. The system may become unstable or may not boot up if the power is inadequate. · If you want to use two or more high-end PCI Express x16 cards, use a PSU with 1000W power or above to ensure the system stability, and recommend connecting the 6-pin EATX12V3 power plug. ASUS E900 G4 3-23 17. Power Supply SMBus connector (5-pin PSUSMB) This connector allows you to connect SMBus (System Management Bus) to the PSU (power supply unit) to read PSU information. Devices communicate with an SMBus host and/or other SMBus devices using the SMBus interface. This connector functions only when you enable the ASUS ASMB card. Power supply is required to meet PMBus specification and customized BMC FW may be needed. Please contact ASUS if your need further support 18. Serial port connector (10-1 pin COM1) This connector is for a serial (COM) port. Connect the serial port module cable to this connector, then install the module to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis. 3-24 Chapter 3: Motherboard Information 19. VPP_I2C1 connector (10-1 pin VPP_I2C1) This connector is used for the Intel VMD function and sensor readings. 20. System Management Bus (SMBUS) connector (5-1 pin SMBUS1) This connector controls the system and power management-related tasks. This connector processes the messages to and from devices rather than tripping the individual control lines. ASUS E900 G4 3-25 21. Serial General Purpose Input/Output connector (6-1 pin SGPIO1) The SGPIO 1 connector is used for the Intel Rapid Storage Technology Enterprise SGPIO interface that controls the LED pattern generation, device information, and general purpose data. 22. BMC connector (14-1 pin ASMB9) The BMC connector on the motherboard supports an ASUS® Server Management Board card. · This connector is only enabled when ASMB9 Card is installed. · The Baseboard Management Card is only available with the WS C621E SAGE (BMC) model. 3-26 Chapter 3: Motherboard Information 23. Micro SD card slot (MSD1) Your motherboard supports SD Memory Card v2.00 (SDHC) / v3.00 (SDXC) when an ASMB9 Card is installed. · Some memory cards may not be compatible with your motherboard. Ensure that you use only compatible memory cards to prevent loss of data, damage to your device, or memory card, or both. · The SD memory card is purchased separately. · The MicroSD Slot is only supported with BMC Function and not supported for normal use under the OS. ASUS E900 G4 3-27 3-28 Chapter 3: Motherboard Information Chapter 4: BIOS Setup BIOS Setup This chapter tells how to change the system settings through the BIOS Setup menus. Detailed descriptions of the BIOS parameters are also provided. 4 4.1 Managing and updating your BIOS The following utilities allow you to manage and update the motherboard Basic Input/Output System (BIOS) setup: 1. ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 To recover the BIOS using a bootable USB flash disk drive when the BIOS file fails or gets corrupted. 2. ASUS EzFlash Updates the BIOS using a USB flash disk. 3. BUPDATER Updates the BIOS in DOS mode using a bootable USB flash disk drive. Refer to the corresponding sections for details on these utilities. Save a copy of the original motherboard BIOS file to a bootable USB flash disk drive in case you need to restore the BIOS in the future. Copy the original motherboard BIOS using the BUPDATER utility. 4.1.1 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility The ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 is an auto recovery tool that allows you to restore the BIOS file when it fails or gets corrupted during the updating process. You can update a corrupted BIOS file using a USB flash drive that contains the updated BIOS file. Prepare a USB flash drive containing the updated motherboard BIOS before using this utility. Recovering the BIOS from a USB flash drive To recover the BIOS from a USB flash drive: 1. Insert the USB flash drive with the original or updated BIOS file to one USB port on the system. 2. The utility will automatically recover the BIOS. It resets the system when the BIOS recovery finished. DO NOT shut down or reset the system while recovering the BIOS! Doing so would cause system boot failure! The recovered BIOS may not be the latest BIOS version for this motherboard. Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com to download the latest BIOS file. 4-2 Chapter 4: BIOS Setup 4.1.2 ASUS EzFlash Utility The ASUS EzFlash Utility feature allows you to update the BIOS using a USB flash disk without having to use a DOS-based utility. Download the latest BIOS from the ASUS website at www.asus.com before using this utility. The succeeding BIOS screens are for reference only. The actual BIOS screen displays may not be the same as shown. To update the BIOS using EzFlash Utility: 1. Insert the USB flash disk that contains the latest BIOS file to the USB port. 2. Enter the BIOS setup program. Go to the Tool menu to select Start EzFlash and press <Enter> to enable it. ASUS Tek. EzFlash Utility Current Platform Platform : WS C621E SAGE Version : 0201 Build Date :05/05/2017 New Platform Platform : WS C621E SAGE Version : 0204 Build Date :05/24/2017 FS0 System Volume Information WS-C621E-SAGE-ASUS-0204 Windows <DIR> <DIR> <DIR> [Up/Down/Left/Right]:Switch [Enter]:Choose [q]:Exit 3. Press <Tab> to switch to the Drive field. 4. Press the Up/Down arrow keys to find the USB flash disk that contains the latest BIOS then press <Enter>. 5. Press <Tab> to switch to the Folder Info field. 6. Press the Up/Down arrow keys to find the BIOS file then press <Enter>. 7. Reboot the system when the update process is done. ASUS E900 G4 4-3 · This function can support devices such as a USB flash disk with FAT 32/16 format and single partition only. · DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS to prevent system boot failure! Ensure to load the BIOS default settings to ensure system compatibility and stability. Press <F5> and select Yes to load the BIOS default settings. 4.1.3 BUPDATER utility The succeeding BIOS screens are for reference only. The actual BIOS screen displays may not be the same as shown. The BUPDATER utility allows you to update the BIOS file in DOS environment using a bootable USB flash disk drive with the updated BIOS file. Updating the BIOS file To update the BIOS file using the BUPDATER utility: 1. Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com and download the latest BIOS file for the motherboard. Save the BIOS file to a bootable USB flash disk drive. 2. Download the BUPDATER utility (BUPDATER.exe) from the ASUS support website at support.asus.com to the bootable USB flash disk drive you created earlier. 3. Boot the system in DOS mode, then at the prompt, type: BUPDATER /i[filename].CAP where [filename] is the latest or the original BIOS file on the bootable USB flash disk drive, then press <Enter>. A:\>BUPDATER /i[file name]CAP 4-4 Chapter 4: BIOS Setup The utility verifies the file, then starts updating the BIOS file. ASUS Tek. EzFlash Utility Current Platform Platform : WS C621E SAGE Version : 0201 Build Date :05/05/2017 New Platform Platform : WS C621E SAGE Version : 0204 Build Date :05/24/2017 Start Programming Flash. Write 75% DO NOT SHUTDOWN THE SYSTEM!!! DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS to prevent system boot failure! The utility returns to the DOS prompt after the BIOS update process is completed. 4. Reboot the system from the hard disk drive. The BIOS update is finished! Please restart your system. C:\> ASUS E900 G4 4-5 4.2 BIOS setup program This motherboard supports a programmable firmware chip that you can update using the provided utility described in section 4.1 Managing and updating your BIOS. Use the BIOS Setup program when you are installing a motherboard, reconfiguring your system, or prompted to "Run Setup." This section explains how to configure your system using this utility. Even if you are not prompted to use the Setup program, you can change the configuration of your computer in the future. For example, you can enable the security password feature or change the power management settings. This requires you to reconfigure your system using the BIOS Setup program so that the computer can recognize these changes and record them in the CMOS RAM of the firmware chip. The firmware chip on the motherboard stores the Setup utility. When you start up the computer, the system provides you with the opportunity to run this program. Press <Del> during the Power-On Self-Test (POST) to enter the Setup utility; otherwise, POST continues with its test routines. If you wish to enter Setup after POST, restart the system by pressing <Ctrl>+<Alt>+<Del>, or by pressing the reset button on the system chassis. You can also restart by turning the system off then back on. Do this last option only if the first two failed. The Setup program is designed to make it as easy to use as possible. Being a menu-driven program, it lets you scroll through the various sub-menus and make your selections from the available options using the navigation keys. · The default BIOS settings for this motherboard apply for most conditions to ensure optimum performance. If the system becomes unstable after changing any BIOS settings, load the default settings to ensure system compatibility and stability. Press <F5> and select Yes to load the BIOS default settings. · The BIOS setup screens shown in this section are for reference purposes only, and may not exactly match what you see on your screen. · Visit the ASUS website (www.asus.com) to download the latest BIOS file for this motherboard. 4-6 Chapter 4: BIOS Setup 4.2.1 Menu items BIOS menu screen Menu bar Configuration fields General help 4.2.2 Menu bar Navigation keys The menu bar on top of the screen has the following main items: Main For changing the basic system configuration Ai Tweaker For changing the overclocking settings Performance Tuning For changing the performance settings Advanced For changing the advanced system settings Platform Configuration For changing the platform settings Socket Configuration For changing the socket settings Event Logs For changing the event log settings Server Mgmt For changing the server mgmt settings Monitor For displaying the system temperature, power status, and changing the fan settings Security Boot Tool For changing the security settings For changing the system boot configuration For configuring options for special functions Save & Exit For selecting the save & exit options To select an item on the menu bar, press the right or left arrow key on the keyboard until the desired item is highlighted. ASUS E900 G4 4-7 4.2.3 Menu items The highlighted item on the menu bar displays the specific items for that menu. For example, selecting Main shows the Main menu items. The other items (Advanced, Platform Configuration, Socket Configuration, Event Logs, Server Mgmt, Monitor, Security, Boot, Tool, and Save & Exit) on the menu bar have their respective menu items. 4.2.4 Submenu items A solid triangle before each item on any menu screen means that the item has a submenu. To display the submenu, select the item and press <Enter>. 4.2.5 Navigation keys At the bottom right corner of a menu screen are the navigation keys for the BIOS setup program. Use the navigation keys to select items in the menu and change the settings. 4.2.6 General help At the top right corner of the menu screen is a brief description of the selected item. 4.2.7 Configuration fields These fields show the values for the menu items. If an item is user-configurable, you can change the value of the field opposite the item. You cannot select an item that is not userconfigurable. A configurable field is enclosed in brackets, and is highlighted when selected. To change the value of a field, select it and press <Enter> to display a list of options. 4.2.8 Pop-up window Select a menu item and press <Enter> to display a pop-up window with the configuration options for that item. 4.2.9 Scroll bar A scroll bar appears on the right side of a menu screen when there are items that do not fit on the screen. Press the Up/Down arrow keys or <Page Up> /<Page Down> keys to display the other items on the screen. 4-8 Chapter 4: BIOS Setup 4.3 Main menu When you enter the BIOS Setup program, the Main menu screen appears. The Main menu provides you an overview of the basic system information, and allows you to set the system date and time. 4.4 Ai Tweaker menu The Ai Tweaker menu items allow you to configure overclocking-related items. Be cautious when changing the settings of the Ai Tweaker menu items. Incorrect field values can cause the system to malfunction The configuration options for this section vary depending on the CPU and DIMM model you installed on the motherboard. Ai Overclock Tuner Allows you to select the CPU overclocking options to achieve the desired CPU internal frequency. Configuration options: [Auto] [Manual] [OC Tune] The following item appears only when you set the Ai Overclocking Tuner to [Manual]. BCLK Frequency This item allows you to set the BCLK (base clock) frequency to enhance the system performance. Use the <+> or <-> to adjust the value. The values range from 80.0 MHz to 300.0 MHz. We recommend you to set the value based on the CPU specification, as high BCLK frequencies may damage the CPU permanently. The following item appears only when you set the Ai Overclocking Tuner to [OC Tune]. OC Tune Level Allows you to select the OC Tune Level. Configuration options: [Level 1] [Level 2] [Level 3] ASUS E900 G4 4-9 4.5 Performance Tuning menu The Performance Tuning menu items allow you to change performance related settings for different scenarios. Optimized Performance Setting [Default] Allows you to select performance settings for different scenarios. [Default] Default settings. [By Benchmark] Optimize for different kinds of benchmarks. Select this option, then select a benchmark type from the >> list. [By Workload] Optimize for different kinds of workloads. Select this option, then select a workload type from the >> list. Configuration options: [Peak Frequency Optimized] - Applies settings with performance and power consumption balance. Recommended for users that need higher performance. [Latency Optimized] - Applies settings with low latency results. Recommended for latency-sensitive users. [Power Efficient Optimized] - Applies settings with power efficiency. Recommended for general users. [HPC] - Applies settings with optimized compute capability. Recommend for traditional HPC applications. Core Optimizer and Engine Boost appear only when you set Optimized Performance Setting to [Default] or [By Benchmark]. 4-10 Chapter 4: BIOS Setup Core Optimizer [Disabled] Enable this item to keep the processor operating at the turbo frequency. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Linux support may vary by version of the OS. Engine Boost [Disabled] Enable this item to boost the CPU's frequency. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Level1] [Level2] [Level3(Max)] Operate with an ambient temperature of 25°C or lower for optimized performance. Power Balancer [Disabled] Select [Enable Auto] to dynamically adjust the frequency of all CPU cores based on the current utilization, delivering better performance per watt for improved system energy efficiency. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enable Auto] [Enable Manual] ASUS E900 G4 4-11 4.6 Advanced menu The Advanced menu items allow you to change the settings for the CPU and other system devices. Take caution when changing the settings of the Advanced menu items. Incorrect field values can cause the system to malfunction. Front Panel Type This item allows you to set the front panel audio connector (AAFP) mode to legacy AC'97 or high-definition audio depending on the audio standard that the front panel audio module supports. [HD Audio] Sets the front panel audio connector (AAFP) mode to high definition [AC97] audio. Sets the front panel audio connector (AAFP) mode to legacy AC'97 4.6.1 Trusted Computing The items in this menu allow you configure BIOS support for security device. 4.6.2 ACPI Settings The items in this menu allow you to configure the system ACPI parameters. Enable ACPI Auto Configuration Allows you to enable or disable the BIOS ACPI Auto Configuration. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Enable Hibernation Allows you to enable or disable the ability of the system to hibernate (OS/S4 Sleep State). Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] This option may be not be effective with some OS. ACPI Sleep State Allows you to select the highest ACPI sleep state the system will enter when the SUSPEND button is pressed. Configuration options: [Suspend Disabled] [S3 (Suspend to RAM)] 4.6.3 SMART Self Test The items in this menu allow you to configure the SMART Self Test settings. 4-12 Chapter 4: BIOS Setup 4.6.4 Super IO Configuration The items in this menu allow you to configure the system Super IO Chip parameters. Serial Port 1 Configuration Allows you to set the parameters of Serial Port 1. Serial Port Allows you to enable or disable Serial Port. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] The following item appears only when you set Serial Port to [Enabled]. Change Settings Allows you to choose the setting for Super IO device. Configuration options: [Auto] [IO=3F8h; IRQ=4;] [IO=3F8h; IRQ=3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 9, 10, 11, 12;] [IO=2F8h; IRQ=3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 9, 10, 11, 12;] [IO=3E8h; IRQ=3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 9, 10, 11, 12;] [IO=2E8h; IRQ=3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 9, 10, 11, 12;] 4.6.5 Serial Port Console Redirection The items in this menu allow you to configure the Serial Port Console Redirection settings. 4.6.6 CPU Storage Configuration The items in this menu allow you to configure CPU storage configurations. 4.6.7 Onboard LAN Configuration The items in this menu allow you to configure tne onboard LAN parameters. Onboard I210 LAN Configuration Intel LAN1 Enable Allows you to enable or disable the Intel LAN. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] The following item appears only when you set Intel LAN1 Enable to [Enabled]. Intel LAN ROM Type Allows you to select the Intel LAN ROM type. Configuration options: [Disabled] [PXE] [iSCSI] Intel LAN2 Enable Allows you to enable or disable the Intel LAN. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] ASUS E900 G4 4-13 The following item appears only when you set Intel LAN2 Enable to [Enabled]. Intel LAN ROM Type Allows you to select the Intel LAN ROM type. Configuration options: [Disabled] [PXE] [iSCSI] 4.6.8 APM Allows you to configure the Advance Power Management (APM) settings. Restore AC Power Loss When set to [Power Off], the system goes into off state after an AC power loss. When set to [Power On], the system will reboot after an AC power loss. When set to [Last State], the system goes into either off or on state, whatever the system state was before the AC power loss. Configuration options: [Power Off] [Power On] [Last State] Power On By PCIE [Disabled] [Enabled] Disables the PCIE devices to generate a wake event. Enables the PCIE devices to generate a wake event. Power On By RTC [Disabled] [Enabled] Disables RTC to generate a wake event. When set to [Enabled], the items RTC Alarm Date (Days) and Hour/Minute/Second will become user-configurable with set values. 4.6.9 PCI Subsystem Settings Allows you to configure PCI, PCI-X, and PCI Express Settings. Load RT32 Image Allows you to enable or disable RT32 Image Loading. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Above 4G Decoding Allows you to enable or disable 64-bit capable devices to be decoded in above 4G address space. It only works if the system supports 64-bit PCI decoding. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] SR-IOV Support This option enables or disables SIngle Root IO Virtualization Support if the system has SRIOV capable PCIe devices. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] PCIE OPROM Slot Options PCIE1-7 Slot OPROM This option allows you to enable or disable the OPROM of the PCIe slots. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] 4-14 Chapter 4: BIOS Setup 4.6.10 USB Configuration The items in this menu allow you to change the USB-related features. 4.6.11 CSM Configuration This item allows you to configure the CSM (Compatibility Support Module) items to fully support the various VGA, bootable devices and add-on devices for better compatibility. CSM Support This option allows you to enable or disable CSM Support. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] The following items appear only when you set the CSM Support to [Enabled]. GateA20 Active This allows you to set the GA20 option. [Upon Request] GA20 can be disabled using BIOS services. [Always] Do not allow disabling GA20; this option is useful when any RT code is executed above 1MB. Option ROM Messages This allows you to set the display mode for option ROM. Configuration options: [Force BIOS] [Keep Current] INT19 Trap Response This option allows you to control the BIOS reaction on INT19 trapping by Option ROM. [Immediate] Execute the trap right away. [Legacy only] Execute the trap during legacy boot. Boot Option filter This option allows you to control the Legacy/UEFI ROMs priority. Configuration options: [UEFI and Legacy] [Legacy only] [UEFI only] Network / Storage / Video This option allows you to control the execution of UEFI and Legacy PXE/ Storage/ Video OpROM. Configuration options: [UEFI ] [Legacy] Other PCI devices This item determines the OpROM execution policy for devices other than Network, Storage, or Video. Configuration options: [UEFI ] [Legacy] 4.6.12 NVMe Configuration You may view the NVMe controller and Drive information if an NVMe device is connected. 4.6.13 Offboard SATA Controller Configuration Allows you to configure the offboard SATA controller configuration. ASUS E900 G4 4-15 4.6.14 Audio Configuration The items in this menu allow you to enable or disable the onboard audio. Audio Configuration This item allows you to enable or disable the onboard audio. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] [Auto] 4.6.15 ASMedia Storage Controller The items in this menu allow you to configure ASMedia storage controller. ASMedia Storage Controller This item allows you to enable or disable the ASMedia storage controller. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] 4.6.16 E900 Fan Mode Selection The items in this menu allow you to select the E900 Fan Mode. E900 Fan Mode Selection This item allows you to select the fan mode type. Configuration options: [Auto Mode] [Passive Mode] 4.6.17 Network Stack Configuration The items in this menu allow you to configure Ipv4 / Ipv6 PXE support. 4.6.18 iSCSI Configuration Allows you to configure the iSCSi parameters. 4.7 Platform Configuration menu The IntelRCSetup menu items allow you to change the platform settings. Take caution when changing the settings of the Platform Configuration menu items. Incorrect field values can cause the system to malfunction. 4.7.1 PCH Configuration While entering Setup, the BIOS automatically detects the presence of SATA devices. The SATA Port items show Not Present if no SATA device is installed to the corresponding SATA port. PCH SATA Configuration SATA Controller Allows you to enable or disable the SATA Controller. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] 4-16 Chapter 4: BIOS Setup The following item appears only when you set SATA Controller to [Enabled]. Configure SATA as Allows you to identify the SATA port connected to Solid State Drive or Hard Disk Drive. Configuration options: [AHCI] [RAID] Support Aggressive Link Power Management Allows you to enable or disable the Support Aggressive Link Power (SALP) Management. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] SATA Port 0-7 Port 0-7 Allows you to enable or disable the SATA port. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] 4.7.2 Miscellaneous Configuration Active Video Allows you to select the video type. Configuration options: [Onboard Device] [Offboard Device] 4.7.3 Server ME Configuration Displays the Server ME Technology parameters on your system. 4.7.4 Runtime Error Logging Displays the system errors and also allows you to configure the WHEA settings on your system. 4.8 Socket Configuration menu The IntelRCSetup menu items allow you to change the socket settings. 4.8.1 Processor Configuration The items in this menu show the processor-related information that the BIOS automatically detects. Hyper-threading [ALL] This item allows a hyper-threading processor to appear as two logical processors, allowing the operating system to schedule two threads or processors simultaneously. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] 4.8.2 Common RefCode Configuration This menu displays and provides options to change the Common RefCode Settings. ASUS E900 G4 4-17 4.8.3 UPI Configuration This menu displays and provides options to change the UPI Settings. 4.8.4 Memory Configuration This menu displays and provides options to change the Memory Settings. Memory Topology Displays memory topology with DIMM population information. 4.8.5 IIO Configuration This menu displays and provides options to change the IIO Settings. 4.8.6 Advanced Power Management Configuration This menu displays and provides options to change the Power Management Settings. CPU P State Control Boot performance mode Allows you to switch between Boot performance mode. Configuration options: [Max Performance] [Max Efficient] [Set by Intel Node Manager] Energy Efficient Turbo Allows you to enable or disable Energy Efficient Turbo. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Turbo Mode Allows you to enable or disable Turbo Mode. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Hardware PM State Control Hardware P-States Allows you to switch between Hardware P-States mode. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Native Mode] [Out of Band Mode] [Native Mode with no Legacy Support] CPU C State Control CPU C6 Report Allows you to select CPU C6 Report. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] [Auto] OS ACPI Cx Allows you to select OS ACPI Cx Report. Configuration options: [ACPI C2] [ACPI C3] 4-18 Chapter 4: BIOS Setup Package C State Control Package C State Allows you to select Package C State. Configuration options: [C0/C1 state] [C2 state] [C6(non Retention state)] [C6(Retention state)] [No Limit] [Auto] CPU Thermal Management CPU T State Control Software Controlled T-States Allows you to enable or disable Software Controlled T-States. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] CPU - Advanced PM Tuning Energy Perf BIAS Power Performance Tuning Configuration options: [OS Controls EPB] [BIOS Controls EPB] 4.9 Event Logs menu The Event Logs menu allows to veiw and configure Smbios Event log settings. 4.9.1 Change Smbios Event Log Settings Press <Enter> to change the Smbios Event Log configuration. 4.9.2 View Smbios Event Log Press <Enter> to view all smbios event logs. 4.10 Server Mgmt menu The Server Mgmt menu items allow you to set BMC and SEL configurations. The items in this menu is only enabled for the WS C621E SAGE (BMC) model. WS C621E SAGE does not support the items in this menu. 4.10.1 System Event Log Allows you to change the SEL event log configuration. 4.10.2 BMC network configuration The sub-items in this configuration allow you to configure the BMC network parameters. 4.10.3 View System Event Log This item allows you to view the system event log records. ASUS E900 G4 4-19 4.11 Monitor menu The Monitor menu displays the system temperature/power status, and allows you to change the fan settings. 4.12 Security menu This menu allows a new password to be created or a current password to be changed. The menu also enables or disables the Secure Boot state and lets the user configure the System Mode state. 4.13 Boot menu The Boot menu items allow you to change the system boot options. Boot Option Priorities These items specify the boot device priority sequence from the available devices. The number of device items that appears on the screen depends on the number of devices installed in the system. · To select the boot device during system startup, press <F8> when ASUS Logo appears. · To access Windows OS in Safe Mode, please press <F8> after POST. Network Device BBS Priorities This item allows you to set the booting from network. Hard Drive BBS Priorities These items appear only when you connect SATA ODD or hard drive to the SATA ports and allow you to set the booting order of the SATA devices. 4-20 Chapter 4: BIOS Setup 4.14 Tool menu The Tool menu items allow you to configure options for special functions. Select an item then press <Enter> to display the submenu. Start EzFlash Allows you to run ASUS EzFlash BIOS ROM Utility when you press <Enter>. Refer to the ASUS EzFlash Utility section for details. 4.15 Save & Exit menu The Exit menu items allow you to save or discard your changes to the BIOS items. Pressing <Esc> does not immediately exit this menu. Select one of the options from this menu or <F10> from the legend bar to exit. Discard Changes and Exit Exit System setup without saving any changes. Save Changes and Reset Exit System setup after saving the changes. Restore Defaults Restore/load default values for all the setup options. Boot Override These items displays the available devices. The device items that appears on the screen depends on the number of devices installed in the system. Click an item to start booting from the selected device. ASUS E900 G4 4-21 4-22 Chapter 4: BIOS Setup Chapter 5: RAID Configuration RAID Configuration This chapter provides instructions for setting up, creating, and configuring RAID sets using the available utilities. 5 5.1 RAID configurations The motherboard supports Intel® Rapid Storage Technology enterprise Option ROM Utility with RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 10, and RAID 5 support. If you want to install a Windows® operating system to a hard disk drive included in a RAID set, you have to create a RAID driver disk and load the RAID driver during OS installation. Refer to section 5.2.1 Creating a RAID set for details. 5.1.1 RAID definitions RAID 0 (Data striping) optimizes two identical hard disk drives to read and write data in parallel, interleaved stacks. Two hard disks perform the same work as a single drive but at a sustained data transfer rate, double that of a single disk alone, thus improving data access and storage. Use of two new identical hard disk drives is required for this setup. RAID 1 (Data mirroring) copies and maintains an identical image of data from one drive to a second drive. If one drive fails, the disk array management software directs all applications to the surviving drive as it contains a complete copy of the data in the other drive. This RAID configuration provides data protection and increases fault tolerance to the entire system. Use two new drives or use an existing drive and a new drive for this setup. The new drive must be of the same size or larger than the existing drive. RAID 5 stripes both data and parity information across three or more hard disk drives. Among the advantages of RAID 5 configuration include better HDD performance, fault tolerance, and higher storage capacity. The RAID 5 configuration is best suited for transaction processing, relational database applications, enterprise resource planning, and other business systems. Use a minimum of three identical hard disk drives for this setup. RAID 10 is data striping and data mirroring combined without parity (redundancy data) having to be calculated and written. With the RAID 10 configuration you get all the benefits of both RAID 0 and RAID 1 configurations. Use four new hard disk drives or use an existing drive and three new drives for this setup. 5-2 Chapter 5: RAID Configuration 5.1.2 Installing Serial ATA hard disks The motherboard supports Serial ATA hard disk drives. For optimal performance, install identical drives of the same model and capacity when creating a disk array. To install the SATA hard disks for a RAID configuration: 1. Install the SATA hard disks into the drive bays. 2. Connect the SATA signal cables. 3. Connect a SATA power cable to the power connector on each drive. 5.1.3 Setting the RAID item in BIOS You must set the RAID item in the BIOS Setup before you can create a RAID set from SATA hard disk drives attached to the SATA connectors supported by Intel® C621 chipset. To do this: 1. Enter the BIOS Setup during POST. 2. Go to the Platform Configuration menu > PCH Configuration menu > PCH SATA Configuration, then press <Enter>. 3. Set Configure SATA as to [RAID Mode]. 4. Press <F10> to save your changes and exit the BIOS Setup. Refer to Chapter 4 for details on entering and navigating through the BIOS Setup. 5.1.4 RAID configuration utilities Depending on the RAID connectors that you use, you can create a RAID set using the utilities embedded in each RAID controller. For example, use the Intel® Rapid Storage Technology if you installed Serial ATA hard disk drives on the Serial ATA connectors supported by the Intel® C621 chipset. Refer to the succeeding section for details on how to use the RAID configuration utility. ASUS E900 G4 5-3 5.2 Intel® Rapid Storage Technology enterprise SATA/SSATA Option ROM Utility The Intel® Rapid Storage Technology enterprise SATA/SSATA Option ROM utility allows you to create RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 10 (RAID 1+0), and RAID 5 set from Serial ATA hard disk drives that are connected to the Serial ATA connectors supported by the Southbridge. Before you proceed, ensure that you have installed the Serial ATA hard disk drives, and have set the correct SATA mode in the BIOS setup. You can refer to the Installing hard disk drives, and Setting the RAID mode sections in this manual for more information. To launch the Intel® Rapid Storage Technology enterprise SATA/SSATA Option ROM utility: 1. Turn on the system. 2. During POST, press <Ctrl>+<I> to display the utility main menu. Intel(R) Rapid Storage Technology enterprise - SATA Option ROM - 3.6.0.1023 Copyright(C) 2003-12 Intel Corporation. All Rights Reserved. [ MAIN MENU ] 1. Create RAID Volume 2. Delete RAID Volume 3. Reset Disks to Non-RAID 4. Exit RAID Volumes: None defined. Physical Disks: ID Drive Model 0 ST3300656SS 1 ST3300656SS 2 ST3300656SS 3 ST3300656SS [ DISK/VOLUME INFORMATION] Serial # HWAS0000991753TR 37VN00009846RAJ1 397600009846UEDY GWC50000991756G6 Size 279.3GB 279.3GB 279.3GB 279.3GB Type/Status(Vol ID) Non-RAID Disk Non-RAID Disk Non-RAID Disk Non-RAID Disk [ ]-Select [ESC]-Exit [ENTER]-Select Menu The navigation keys at the bottom of the screen allow you to move through the menus and select the menu options. The RAID BIOS setup screens shown in this section are for reference only and may not exactly match the items on your screen. 5-4 Chapter 5: RAID Configuration 5.2.1 Creating a RAID set To create a RAID set: 1. From the utility main menu, select 1. Create RAID Volume and press <Enter>. 2. Key in a name for the RAID set and press <Enter>. Intel(R) Rapid Storage Technology enterprise - SATA Option ROM - 3.6.0.1023 Copyright(C) 2003-12 Intel Corporation. All Rights Reserved. [ CREATE VOLUME MENU ] Name: Volume0 RAID Level: RAID0(Strips) Disks: Select Disks Strip Size: 128KB Capacity: 0.0 GB Syne: N/A Create Volume [ HELP ] Enter a unique volume name that has no special characters and is 16 characters or less. [ ]Change [TAB]-Next [ESC]-Previous Menu [ENTER]-Select 3. Press the up/down arrow keys to select a RAID Level that you wish to create then press <Enter>. 4. From the Disks item field, press <Enter> to select the hard disk drives that you want to include in the RAID set. [ SELECT DISKS ] Port 0 1 2 3 Drive Model ST3300656SS ST3300656SS ST3300656SS ST3300656SS Serial # HWAS0000991753TR 37VN00009846RAJ1 397600009846UEDY GWC50000991756G6 Size 279.3GB 279.3GB 279.3GB 279.3GB Status Non-RAID Disk Non-RAID Disk Non-RAID Disk Non-RAID Disk Select 1 Master and 1 Recovery disk to create volume. [ ]-Prev/Next [TAB]-(M)aster [SPACE]-(R)ecovery [ENTER]-Done 5. Use the up/down arrow keys to move the selection bar then press <Space> to select a disk. A small triangle before the Port number marks the selected drive. Press <Enter> when you are done. ASUS E900 G4 5-5 6. Use the up/down arrow keys to select the stripe size for the RAID array (for RAID 0, 10 and 5 only) then press <Enter>. The available stripe size values range from 4 KB to 128 KB. The following are typical values: RAID 0: 128KB RAID 10: 64KB RAID 5: 64KB We recommend a lower stripe size for server systems, and a higher stripe size for multimedia computer systems used mainly for audio and video editing. 7. In the Capacity field item, key in the RAID volume capacity that you want to use and press <Enter>. The default value field indicates the maximum allowed capacity. 8. Press <Enter> to start creating the RAID volume. 9. From the following warning message, press <Y> to create the RAID volume and return to the main menu, or press <N> to go back to the CREATE VOLUME menu. WARNING: ALL DATA ON SELECTED DISKS WILL BE LOST. Are you sure you want to create this volume? (Y/N): 5-6 Chapter 5: RAID Configuration 5.2.2 Deleting a RAID set Take caution when deleting a RAID set. You will lose all data on the hard disk drives when you delete a RAID set. To delete a RAID set: 1. From the utility main menu, select 2. Delete RAID Volume and press <Enter>. 2. From the Delete Volume Menu, press the up/down arrow keys to select the RAID set you want to delete then press <Del>. Intel(R) Rapid Storage Technology enterprise - SATA Option ROM - 3.6.0.1023 Copyright(C) 2003-12 Intel Corporation. All Rights Reserved. [ DELETE VOLUME MENU ] Name Volume0 Level Drives RAID0(Stripe) 2 Capacity 298.0GB Status Normal Bootable Yes [ HELP ] Deleting a volume will reset the disks to non-RAID WARNING: ALL DISK DATA WILL BE DELETED. (This does not apply to Recovery volumes) [ ]-Select [ESC]-Previous Menu [DEL]-Delete Volume 3. Press <Y> to confirm deletion of the selected RAID set and return to the utility main menu, or press <N> to return to the DELETE VOLUME menu. [ DELETE VOLUME VERIFICATION ] ALL DATA IN THE VOLUME WILL BE LOST! (This does not apply to Recovery volumes) Are you sure you want to delete volume "Volume0"? (Y/N): ASUS E900 G4 5-7 5.2.3 Resetting disks to Non-RAID Take caution before you reset a RAID volume hard disk drive to non-RAID. Resetting a RAID volume hard disk drive deletes all internal RAID structure on the drive. To reset a RAID set: 1. From the utility main menu, select 3. Reset Disks to Non-RAID and press <Enter>. 2. Press the up/down arrow keys to select the drive(s) or disks of the RAID set you want to reset, then press <Space>. A small triangle before the Port number marks the selected drive. Press <Enter> when you are done. [ RESET RAID DATA ] Resetting RAID disk will remove its RAID structures and revert it to a non-RAID disk. WARNING: Resetting a disk causes all data on the disk to be lost. (This does not apply to Recovery volumes) Port Drive Model Serial # 0 ST3300656SS HWAS0000991753TR 1 ST3300656SS 37VN00009846RAJ1 Size 279.3GB 279.3GB Status Member Disk Member Disk Select the disks that should be reset. [ ]-Previous/Next [SPACE]-Selects [ENTER]-Selection Complete 3. Press <Y> in the confirmation window to reset the drive(s) or press <N> to return to the utility main menu. 5.2.4 Exiting the Intel® Rapid Storage Technology enterprise SATA/SSATA Option ROM utility To exit the utility: 1. From the utility main menu, select 4. Exit then press <Enter>. 2. Press <Y> to exit or press <N> to return to the utility main menu. [ CONFIRM EXIT ] Are you sure you want to exit? (Y/N): 5-8 Chapter 5: RAID Configuration 5.2.5 Rebuilding the RAID This option is only for the RAID 1 set. Rebuilding the RAID with other non-RAID disk If any of the SATA hard disk drives included in the RAID 1 array failed, the system displays the status of the RAID volume as "Degraded" during POST. You can rebuild the RAID array with other installed non-RAID disks. To rebuild the RAID with other non-RAID disk: 1. During POST, press <Ctrl>+<I> at the prompt to enter the Intel Rapid Storage Technology option ROM utility. 2. If there is a non-RAID SATA Hard Disk available, the utility will prompt you to rebuild the RAID. Press the up/down arrow keys to select the destination disk then press <Enter> to start the rebuilding process, or press <ESC> to exit. [ DEGRADED VOLUME DETECTED ] "Degraded" volume and disk available for rebuilding detected. Selectign a disk initiates a rebuild. Rebuild completes in the operating system. Select the port of destination disk for rebuilding (ESC to exit): Port Drive Model Serial # Size X XXXXXXXXXXX XXXXXXXX XXX.GB [ ]-Previous/Next [ENTER]-Select [ESC]-Exit Select a destination disk with the same size as the original hard disk. ASUS E900 G4 5-9 3. The utility immediately starts rebuilding after the disk is selected. When done, the status of the degraded RAID volume is changed to "Rebuild". Intel(R) Rapid Storage Technology enterprise - SATA Option ROM - 3.6.0.1023 Copyright(C) 2003-12 Intel Corporation. All Rights Reserved. [ MAIN MENU ] 1. Create RAID Volume 2. Delete RAID Volume 3. Reset Disks to Non-RAID 4. Exit [ DISK/VOLUME INFORMATION] RAID Volumes: ID Name Level1 Strip 1 Volume0 RAID1(Mirror) N/A *=Data is Encrypted Size Status Bootable 149.0GB Rebuild Yes Physical Devices: Port Drive Model 1 ST3160812AS 2 ST3160812AS Serial # 9LS0F4HL 3LS0JYL8 Size 149.0GB 149.0GB Type/Status(Vol ID) Member Disk(0) Member Disk(0) Volumes with "Rebuild" status will be rebuilt within the operating system. [ ]-Select [ESC]-Exit [ENTER]-Select Menu 4. Press <Esc> to exit Intel Rapid Storage Technology and reboot the system. 5. Select Start > Programs > Intel Rapid Storage > Intel Rapid Storage Console or click the Intel Rapid Storage Technology tray icon to load the Intel Rapid Storage Manager utility. 6. From the View menu, select Advanced Mode to display the details of the Intel Rapid Storage Console. 7. From the Volumes view option, select RAID volume to view the rebuilding status. When finished, the status is changed to "Normal". Rebuilding the RAID with a new hard disk If any of the SATA hard disk drives included in the RAID array failed, the system displays the status of the RAID volume as "Degraded" during POST. You may replace the disk drive and rebuild the RAID array. To rebuild the RAID with a new hard disk: 1. Remove the failed SATA hard disk and install a new SATA hard disk of the same specification into the same SATA Port. Select a destination disk with the same size as the original hard disk. 2. Reboot the system then follow the steps in section Rebuilding the RAID with other non-RAID disk. 5-10 Chapter 5: RAID Configuration 5.2.6 Setting the Boot array in the BIOS Setup Utility You can set the boot priority sequence in the BIOS for your RAID arrays when creating multiRAID using the Intel® Rapid Storage Technology enterprise SATA Option ROM utililty. To set the boot array in the BIOS: Set at least one of the arrays bootable to boot from the hard disk. 1. Reboot the system and press <Del> to enter the BIOS setup utility during POST. 2. Go to the Boot menu and select the boot option priority. 3. Use up/down arrow keys to select the boot priority and press <Enter>. See the Boot menu section of Chapter 5 for more details. 4. From the Exit menu, select Save Changes & Exit, then press <Enter>. 5. When the confirmation window appears, select Yes, then press <Enter>. ASUS E900 G4 5-11 5.3 Intel® Rapid Storage Technology enterprise (Windows) The Intel® Rapid Storage Technology enterprise allows you to create RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 10 (RAID 1+0), and RAID 5 set(s) from Serial ATA hard disk drives that are connected to the Serial ATA connectors supported by the Southbridge. You need to manually install the Intel® Rapid Storage Technology enterprise utility on a Windows® operating system. To enter the Intel® Rapid Storage Technology enterprise utility under Windows operating system: 1. Turn on the system and go to the windows desktop. 2. Click the Intel® Rapid Storage Technology enterprise icon to display the main menu. Your storage system is configured for data protection, increased performance and optimal data storage capacity. You can create additional volumes to further optimize your storage system. You can click Rescan to re-scan any attached hard disks. 5-12 Chapter 5: RAID Configuration 5.3.1 Creating a RAID set To create a RAID set: 1. From the utility main menu, select Create Volume and select volume type. 2. Click Next. 3. Enter a name for the RAID set, then select the array disks. 4. Select Volume Size tab, you can drag the bar to decide the volume size. 5. Click Next. · If you do not want to keep the data on one of the selected disks, select NO when prompted. · If you want to Enable volume write-back cache or Initialize volume, click Advanced. ASUS E900 G4 5-13 6. Confirm the volume creation, than click Create Volume to continue. This process could take a while depending on the number and size of the disks. You can continue using other applications during this time. 7. Wait until the process is completed, then click OK when prompted. You still need to partition your new volume using Windows Disk Management before adding any data. The RAID set is displayed in the Volumes list and you can change the settings in Volume Properties. 5-14 Chapter 5: RAID Configuration 5.3.2 Changing a Volume Type To change the volume type in Volume Properties: 1. Click the SATA array items you want to change in Volumes field. 2. From the Volume Properties field, select Type: RAID 1 Change type. 3. You can change the Name, Select the new volume type, and Select additional disks to include in the new volume if needed. 4. Select the Data stripe size for the RAID array (for RAID 0, 10 and 5 only), and click OK. The available stripe size values range from 4 KB to 128 KB. The following are typical values: RAID 0: 128KB RAID 10: 64KB RAID 5: 64KB We recommend a lower stripe size for server systems, and a higher stripe size for multimedia computer systems used mainly for audio and video editing. ASUS E900 G4 5-15 5.3.3 Deleting a volume Be cautious when deleting a volume. You will lose all data on the hard disk drives. Before you proceed, ensure that you back up all your important data from your hard drives. To delete a volume: 1. From the utility main menu, select the volume (ex. Volume_0000) in Volumes field you want to delete. 2. Select Delete volume in Volume Properties field. The following screen appears. 3. Click Yes to delete the volume and return to the utility main menu, or click No to return to the main menu. 5-16 Chapter 5: RAID Configuration 5.3.4 Preferences System Preferences Allow you to set to show the notification area icon and show system information, warning, or errors here. E-Mail Preferences Allow you to set to sent e-mail of the following events: · Storage system information · Storage system warnings · Storage system errors ASUS E900 G4 5-17 5.4 Intel® Virtual Raid on CPU in BIOS This feature requires a KEY module to enable CPU RAID functions with Intel® CPU RSTe. · The KEY module is purchased separately. · Due to chipset behavior, CPU RAID functions with Intel® CPU RSTe only supports Intel® SSD modules. · Refer to section 3.5 Internal connectors for the location of the VROC_KEY1 connector. · Due to hardware design, [U.2_1 to U.2_4], or [PCIEX16_1], or [PCIEX16_2], or [PCIEX16_3], or [PCIEX16_5], or [PCIEX16_6], or [PCIEX16_7], or [PCIEX16_2 and PCIEX16_6] can support CPU RAID configuration as OS drives, but OS RAID may not be built across the different [items] mentioned above. · [PCIEX16_1], or [PCIEX16_2], or [PCIEX16_3], or [PCIEX16_5], or [PCIEX16_6], or [PCIEX16_7], or [PCIEX16_2 and PCIEX16_6] can support OS RAID on Hyper M.2 cards installed on the [items] mentioned above. · [PCIEX16_2 and PCIEX16_6] can support OS RAID on installed Intel® P3500 or P3600 SSD. To enter the Intel® Virtual Raid on CPU in BIOS: 1. Enter the BIOS Setup during POST. 2. Go to the Advanced menu > Intel(R) Virtual Raid on CPU > All Intel VMD Controllers then press <Enter> to display the Intel® Virtual Raid on CPU menu. Refer to Chapter 3 for details on entering and navigating through the BIOS Setup. Due to chipset limitation, when SATA ports are set to RAID mode, all SATA ports run at RAID mode together. 5-18 Chapter 5: RAID Configuration 5.4.1 Creating a RAID set To create a RAID set: 1. From the Intel® Virtual Raid on CPU menu, select Create RAID Volume and press <Enter>. The following screen appears: 2. When the Name item is selected, enter a name for the RAID set and press <Enter>. 3. When the RAID Level item is selected, press <Enter> to select the RAID level to create, and then press <Enter>. 4. When the Enable RAID spanned over VMD Controllers item is selected, press <Enter> and select X to enable this function. 5. Under Select Disks, press <Enter> and select X for the disks you want to include in the RAID set. 6. When the Strip Size item is selected, press <Enter> to select strip size for the RAID array (for RAID 0, 10 and 5 only), and then press <Enter>. The available strip size values range from 4 KB to 128 KB. The following are typical values: - RAID 0: 128 KB - RAID 10: 64 KB - RAID 5: 64 KB We recommend a lower strip size for server systems, and a higher strip size for multimedia computer systems used mainly for audio and video editing. ASUS E900 G4 5-19 7. When the Capacity (MB) item is selected, enter the RAID volume capacity that you want and press <Enter>. The default value indicates the maximum allowed capacity. 8. When the Create Volume item is selected, press <Enter> to create the RAID volume and return to the Intel® Rapid Storage Technology menu. 5-20 Chapter 5: RAID Configuration 5.4.2 Deleting a RAID set Be cautious when deleting a RAID set. You will lose all data on the hard disk drives when you delete a RAID set. To delete a RAID set: 1. From the Intel® Virtual Raid on CPU menu, select the RAID volume you want to delete and press <Enter>. The following screen appears: 2. When the Delete item is selected, press <Enter>, then select Yes to delete the RAID volume and return to the Intel® Virtual Raid on CPU menu, or select No to cancel. ASUS E900 G4 5-21 5.4.3 Installing the RAID controller driver during Windows® 10 OS installation After creating the RAID sets, you are now ready to install an operating system to the independent drives or bootable array. This part provides the instructions on how to install the RAID controller drivers during OS installation. To install the RAID controller driver when installing Windows® 10 OS: 1. Boot the computer using the Windows® 10 OS installation disc. Follow the screen instructions to start installing Windows® 10. 2. When prompted to choose a type of installation, click Custom: Install Windows only (advanced). 3. Click Load Driver. 5-22 Chapter 5: RAID Configuration 4. A message appears, reminding you to insert the installation media containing the driver of the RAID controller driver. If you have only one optical drive installed in your system, eject the Windows OS installation disc and replace with the motherboard Support DVD into the optical drive. Click Browse to continue. 5. Locate the driver in the corresponding folder of the support DVD then click OK to continue. 6. Select the RAID controller driver you need from the list and click Next. 7. When the system finishes loading the RAID driver, replace the motherboard Support DVD with the Windows Server installation disc. Select the drive to install Windows and click Next. 8. Setup then proceeds with the OS installation. Follow screen instructions to continue. ASUS E900 G4 5-23 5-24 Chapter 5: RAID Configuration Appendix Appendix A WS C621E SAGE block diagram A-2 Appendix Q-Code table Code 00 02 03 04 06 10 11 14 15 18 19 1C 2B 2F 30 31 32 36 37 3A 3B 3E 4F 50 53 4F 54 55 56 57 58 59 5A 5B 5C 5F E0 E1 E2 E3 E4 E7 E8 E9 EA EB EC EF F0 F1 F2 F3 Description Not used microcode CACHE_ENABLED PCH initialization CPU_EARLY_INIT PEI Core is started Pre-memory CPU initialization is started Pre-memory System Agent initialization is started Pre-memory PCH initialization is started Memory initialization Reserved for ASL (see ASL Status Codes section below) Memory Installed CPU post-memory initialization Post-Memory System Agent initialization is started Post-Memory PCH initialization is started DXE IPL is started Memory initialization error. Invalid memory type or incompatible memory speed DXE IPL is started Unspecified memory initialization error Memory not installed Invalid CPU type or Speed CPU mismatch CPU self test failed or possible CPU cache error CPU micro-code is not found or micro-code update is failed Internal CPU error Reset PPI is not available Reserved for future AMI error codes S3 Resume is stared (S3 Resume PPI is called by the DXE IPL) S3 Boot Script execution Video repost OS S3 wake vector call Reserved for future AMI progress codes S3 Resume Failed S3 Resume PPI not Found S3 Resume Boot Script Error S3 OS Wake Error Reserved for future AMI error codes Recovery condition triggered by firmware (Auto recovery) Recovery condition triggered by user (Forced recovery) Recovery process started Recovery firmware image is found (continued on the next page) ASUS E500 G5 A-3 Code F4 F5 F7 F8 F9 FB FF 60 61 62 63 67 68 69 6A 6B 6F 70 71 72 73 77 78 79 7A 7F 90 91 92 93 94 95 96 97 98 99 9A 9B 9C 9D 9E 9F A0 A1 A2 A3 A4 Description Recovery firmware image is loaded Reserved for future AMI progress codes Recovery PPI is not available Recovery capsule is not found Reserved for future AMI error codes DXE Core is started NVRAM initialization Installation of the PCH Runtime Services CPU DXE initialization is started PCI host bridge initialization System Agent DXE initialization is started System Agent DXE SMM initialization is started System Agent DXE initialization (System Agent module specific) PCH DXE initialization is started PCH DXE SMM initialization is started PCH devices initialization PCH DXE Initialization (PCH module specific) ACPI module initialization CSM initialization Reserved for future AMI DXE codes Boot Device Selection (BDS) phase is started Driver connecting is started PCI Bus initialization is started PCI Bus Hot Plug Controller Initialization PCI Bus Enumeration PCI Bus Request Resources PCI Bus Assign Resources Console Output devices connect Console input devices connect Super IO Initialization USB initialization is started USB Reset USB Detect USB Enable Reserved for future AMI codes IDE initialization is started IDE Reset IDE Detect IDE Enable SCSI initialization is started (continued on the next page) A-4 Appendix Code A5 A6 A7 A8 A9 AA AB AC AD AE AF B0 B1 B2 B3 B4 B5 B6 B7 B8 BF D0 D1 D2 D3 D4 D5 D6 D7 D8 D9 DA DB DC Description SCSI Reset SCSI Detect SCSI Enable Setup Verifying Password Start of Setup Reserved for ASL (see ASL Status Codes section below) Setup Input Wait Reserved for ASL (see ASL Status Codes section below) Ready To Boot event Legacy Boot event Exit Boot Services event Runtime Set Virtual Address MAP Begin Runtime Set Virtual Address MAP End Legacy Option ROM Initialization System Reset USB hot plug PCI bus hot plug Clean-up of NVRAM Configuration Reset (reset of NVRAM settings) Reserved for future AMI codes CPU initialization error System Agent initialization error PCH initialization error Some of the Architectural Protocols are not available PCI resource allocation error. Out of Resources No Space for Legacy Option ROM No Console Output Devices are found No Console Input Devices are found Invalid password Error loading Boot Option (LoadImage returned error) Boot Option is failed (StartImage returned error) Flash update is failed Reset protocol is not available ASUS E500 G5 A-5 ACPI/ASL Checkpoints (under OS) Code 03 04 05 30 40 AC AA Description System is entering S3 sleep state System is entering S4 sleep state System is entering S5 sleep state System is waking up from the S3 sleep state System is waking up from the S4 sleep state System has transitioned into ACPI mode. Interrupt controller is in PIC mode. System has transitioned into ACPI mode. Interrupt controller is in APIC mode. A-6 Appendix Notices Federal Communications Commission Statement This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: · This device may not cause harmful interference, and · This device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation. This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with manufacturer's instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures: · Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. · Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. · Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. · Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. The use of shielded cables for connection of the monitor to the graphics card is required to assure compliance with FCC regulations. Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate this equipment. Compliance Statement of Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED) This device complies with Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada licence exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device. CAN ICES-3(B)/NMB-3(B) Déclaration de conformité de Innovation, Sciences et Développement économique Canada (ISED) Le présent appareil est conforme aux CNR d'Innovation, Sciences et Développement économique Canada applicables aux appareils radio exempts de licence. L'exploitation est autorisée aux deux conditions suivantes : (1) l'appareil ne doit pas produire de brouillage, et (2) l'utilisateur de l'appareil doit accepter tout brouillage radioélectrique subi, même si le brouillage est susceptible d'en compromettre le fonctionnement. CAN ICES-3(B)/NMB-3(B) ASUS E500 G5 A-7 REACH Complying with the REACH (Registration, Evaluation, Authorization, and Restriction of Chemicals) regulatory framework, we published the chemical substances in our products at ASUS website at http://csr.asus.com/english/REACH.htm. ASUS Recycling/Takeback Services ASUS recycling and takeback programs come from our commitment to the highest standards for protecting our environment. We believe in providing solutions for you to be able to responsibly recycle our products, batteries, other components as well as the packaging materials. Please go to http://csr.asus.com/english/Takeback.htm for detailed recycling information in different regions. DO NOT throw the motherboard in municipal waste. This product has been designed to enable proper reuse of parts and recycling. This symbol of the crossed out wheeled bin indicates that the product (electrical and electronic equipment) should not be placed in municipal waste. Check local regulations for disposal of electronic products. DO NOT throw the mercury-containing button cell battery in municipal waste. This symbol of the crossed out wheeled bin indicates that the battery should not be placed in municipal waste. Australia statement notice From 1 January 2012 updated warranties apply to all ASUS products, consistent with the Australian Consumer Law. For the latest product warranty details please visit https://www. asus.com/support. Our goods come with guarantees that cannot be excluded under the Australian Consumer Law. You are entitled to a replacement or refund for a major failure and compensation for any other reasonably foreseeable loss or damage. You are also entitled to have the goods repaired or replaced if the goods fail to be of acceptable quality and the failure does not amount to a major failure. If you require assistance please call ASUS Customer Service 1300 2787 88 or visit us at https://www.asus.com/support A-8 Appendix ENERGY STAR Qualified Product ENERGY STAR is a joint program of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and the U.S. Department of Energy helping us all save money and protect the environment through energy efficient products and practices. All ASUS products with the ENERGY STAR logo comply with the ENERGY STAR standard, and the power management feature is enabled by default. The monitor is automatically set to sleep within 10 minutes of user inactivity; the computer is automatically set to sleep within 30 minutes of user inactivity. To wake your computer, click the mouse, press any key on the keyboard, or press the power button. Please visit http://www.energystar.gov/powermanagement for detail information on power management and its benefits to the environment. In addition, please visit http://www. energystar.gov for detail information on the ENERGY STAR joint program. Energy Star is NOT supported on FreeDOS and Linux-based operating systems. EPEAT Registered Products The public disclosure of key environmental information for ASUS EPEAT (Electronic Product Environmental Assessment Tool) registered products is available at https://csr.asus.com/ english/article.aspx?id=41. More information about EPEAT program and purchase guidance can be found at www.epeat.net. ASUS E500 G5 A-9 ASUS contact information ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. Address 4F, No. 150, Li-Te Rd., Peitou, Taipei 112, Taiwan Telephone +886-2-2894-3447 Fax +886-2-2890-7798 Web site https://www.asus.com Technical Support Telephone Fax Online Support +86-21-38429911 +86-21-58668722 ext: 9101 https://www.asus.com/support/Product/ContactUs/Services/ questionform/?lang=en ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. (Taiwan) Address 4F, No. 150, Li-Te Rd., Peitou, Taipei 112, Taiwan Telephone +886-2-2894-3447 Fax +886-2-2890-7798 Web site https://www.asus.com/tw/ Technical Support Telephone Online Support +886-2-2894-3447 (0800-093-456) https://www.asus.com/support/Product/ContactUs/Services/ questionform/?lang=zh-tw ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. (China) Address No. 5077, Jindu Road, Minhang District, Shanghai, China Telephone +86-21-5442-1616 Fax +86-21-5442-0099 Web site https://www.asus.com.cn Technical Support Telephone Online Support +86-20-2804-7506 (400-620-6655) https://www.asus.com/support/Product/ContactUs/Services/ questionform/?lang=zh-cn A-10 Appendix ASUS contact information ASUS COMPUTER INTERNATIONAL (America) Address 48720 Kato Rd., Fremont, CA 94538, USA Fax +1-510-608-4555 Web site https://www.asus.com/us/ Technical Support Support fax General support Online support +1-812-284-0883 +1-812-282-2787 https://www.asus.com/support/Product/ContactUs/Services/ questionform/?lang=en-us ASUS COMPUTER GmbH (Germany and Austria) Address Harkort Str. 21-23, 40880 Ratingen, Germany Fax +49-2102-959911 Web site https://www.asus.com/de/ Technical Support Telephone Support Fax Online support +49-1805-010923 +49-2102-959911 https://www.asus.com/support/Product/ContactUs/Services/ questionform/?lang=de-de ASUS Czech Service s.r.o. (Europe) Address Na Rovince 887, 720 00 Ostrava Hrabová, Czech Republic Telephone +420-596766888 Web site https://www.asus.com/cz/ Technical Support Telephone Fax E-mail Online Support +420-596-766-891 +420-596-766-329 advance.rma.eu@asus.com https://www.asus.com/support/Product/ContactUs/Services/ questionform/?lang=cs-cz ASUS E500 G5 A-11 ASUS contact information ASUS Holland BV (The Netherlands) Address Marconistraat 2, 7825GD EMMEN, The Netherlands Web site https://www.asus.com/nl/ Technical Support Telephone Fax E-mail Online Support +31-(0)591-5-70292 +31-(0)591-666853 advance.rma.eu@asus.com https://www.asus.com/support/Product/ContactUs/Services/ questionform/?lang=nl-nl ASUS Polska Sp. z o.o. (Poland) Address Ul. Postpu 6, 02-676 Warszawa, Poland Web site https://www.asus.com/pl/ Technical Support Telephone Online Support +48-225718033 https://www.asus.com/support/Product/ContactUs/Services/ questionform/?lang=pl-pl ASK-Service (Russia and CIS) Address ., . , .10, Telephone (495) 640-32-75 Web site https://www.asus.com/ru/ Technical Support Telephone Online Support 008-800-100-ASUS (008-800-100-2787) https://www.asus.com/support/Product/ContactUs/Services/ questionform/?lang=ru-ru A-12 Appendix

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