RS920-E7/RS8
RS926-E7/RS8
2U Rackmount
Server
User Guide
E7284
First Edition
March 2012
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Contents
Notices ........................................................................................................ vii
Safety information ...................................................................................... ix
About this guide .......................................................................................... x
Chapter 1: Product introduction
1.1 System package contents ........................................................... 1-2
1.2 Serial number label ......................................................................
1.3 Systemspecications .................................................................
1.4 Front panel features .....................................................................
1.5 Rear panel features ......................................................................
1.6 Internal features ...........................................................................
1.7 LED information ...........................................................................
1.7.1 Front panel LEDs ............................................................
1.7.2 LAN (RJ-45) LEDs ..........................................................
1.7.3 HDD status LED ............................................................
Chapter 2: Hardware setup
2.1 Chassis cover ............................................................................... 2-2
2.2 Central Processing Unit (CPU) ...................................................
2.2.1 Installing the CPU ...........................................................
2.2.2 Installing the CPU heatsink and airduct ..........................
2.3 System memory ...........................................................................
2.3.1 Overview .........................................................................
2.3.2 Memory Congurations .................................................
2.4 Hard disk drives .........................................................................
2.5 Expansion slot ............................................................................
2.5.1 Installing an expansion card to the riser card bracket ...
2.5.2 Conguring an expansion card .....................................
2.6 Cable connections .....................................................................
2.7 SATAII/SAS backplane cabling .................................................
2.8 Removable/optional components .............................................
2.8.1 System fans ..................................................................
2.8.2 Redundant power supply units ......................................
2.8.3 Installing ASUS PIKE RAID card (optional) ..................
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Chapter 3: Installation options
3.1 Installing friction rail kit items .................................................... 3-2
3.1.1 Attaching the xing latches to the server ........................
3.1.2 Mounting the server to the rack ......................................
Chapter 4: Motherboard information
4.1 Motherboard layout ...................................................................... 4-2
4.2 Jumpers ........................................................................................
4.3 Internal connectors ......................................................................
4.4 Internal LEDs ..............................................................................
Chapter 5: BIOS setup
5.1 Managing and updating your BIOS ............................................ 5-2
5.1.1 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility ......................................
5.1.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 Utility ..................................................
5.1.3 BUPDATER utility
5.2 BIOS setup program ....................................................................
5.2.1 BIOS menu screen ..........................................................
5.2.2 Menu bar .........................................................................
5.2.3 Menu items .....................................................................
5.2.4 Submenu items ...............................................................
5.2.5 Navigation keys ...............................................................
5.2.6 General help ...................................................................
5.2.7 Conguration elds .........................................................
5.2.8 Pop-up window ...............................................................
5.2.9 Scroll bar .........................................................................
5.3 Main menu ....................................................................................
5.3.1 System Date [Day xx/xx/xxxx] .........................................
5.3.2 System Time [xx:xx:xx] ...................................................
5.4 Advanced menu .........................................................................
5.4.1 CPU Conguration ........................................................
5.4.2 CPU Power Management Conguration .......................
5.4.3 Chipset Conguration ...................................................
5.4.4 PCH SATA Conguration ..............................................
5.4.5 PCH SCU Conguration ...............................................
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5.4.6 PCI Subsystem Settings ............................................... 5-22
5.4.7 Onboard LAN Conguration ..........................................
5.4.8 USB Conguration ........................................................
5.4.9 Trusted Computing ........................................................
5.4.10 ACPI Settings ................................................................
5.4.11 WHEA Conguration .....................................................
5.4.12 APM setting ...................................................................
5.4.13 Serial Port Console Redirection ....................................
5.4.14 ME Subsystem ..............................................................
5.4.15 Onboard Device Conguration ......................................
5.4.16 Runtime Error Logging ..................................................
5.5 Server Mgmt menu .....................................................................
5.5.1 System Event Log .........................................................
5.5.2 BMC network conguration ...........................................
5.6 Event Logs menu .......................................................................
5.6.1 Change Smbios Event Log Settings .............................
5.7 Boot menu ..................................................................................
5.8 Monitor menu .............................................................................
5.9 Security menu ............................................................................
5.10 Tool menu ...................................................................................
5.11 Exit menu ....................................................................................
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Chapter6: RAIDconguration
6.1 Setting up RAID ............................................................................ 6-2
6.1.1 RAID denitions ..............................................................
6.1.2 Installing hard disk drives ................................................
6.1.3 Setting the RAID item in BIOS ........................................
6.1.4 RAID conguration utilities ..............................................
6.2 LSISoftwareRAIDCongurationUtility ...................................
6.2.1 Creating a RAID set ........................................................
6.2.2 Adding or viewing a RAID conguration ........................
6.2.3 Initializing the virtual drives ...........................................
6.2.4 Rebuilding failed drives .................................................
6.2.5 Checking the drives for data consistency .....................
6.2.6 Deleting a RAID conguration .......................................
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6.2.7 Selecting the boot drive from a RAID set ...................... 6-22
6.2.8 Enabling WriteCache ....................................................
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6.3 Intel
Option ROM Utility .....................................................................
6.4 Intel
Chapter 7: Driver installation
7.1 RAID driver installation ............................................................... 7-2
7.2 Intel
7.3 Intel
7.4 VGA driver installation
7.5 Intel
7.6 Microsoft .NET Framework 3.5 SP1 ..........................................
7.7 Intel
7.8 Intel
7.9 Management applications and utilities installation ................
ASUS contact information .......................................................................A-1
Rapid Storage Technology enterprise SCU/SATA
6.3.1 Creating a RAID set ......................................................
6.3.2 Creating a Recovery set ...............................................
6.3.3 Deleting a RAID set ......................................................
6.3.4 Resetting disks to Non-RAID ........................................
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6.3.5 Exiting the Intel
Rapid Storage Technology utility ........ 6-31
6.3.6 Rebuilding the RAID .....................................................
6.3.7 Setting the Boot array in the BIOS Setup Utility ............
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Rapid Storage Technology enterprise Utility (Windows) 6-34
6.4.1 Creating a RAID set ......................................................
6.4.2 Change Volume Type ....................................................
6.4.3 Delete volume ...............................................................
6.4.4 Preferences ...................................................................
7.1.1 Creating a RAID driver disk ............................................
7.1.2 Installing the RAID controller driver ................................
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chipset device software installation ............................... 7-15
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Network Connections Software installation.................. 7-17
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C600 Series Chipset SATA RAID Drivers ....................... 7-23
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Rapid Storage Technology enterprise 3.0 installation . 7-25
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I350 Gigabit Adapters Driver installation ....................... 7-28
7.9.1 Running the support DVD .............................................
7.9.2 Drivers menu .................................................................
7.9.3 Utilities menu ................................................................
7.9.4 Make disk menu ............................................................
7.9.5 Contact information .......................................................
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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.
WARNING! The use of shielded cables for connection of the monitor to the
graphics card is required to assure compliance with FCC regulations. Changes
or modications to this unit not expressly approved by the party responsible for
compliance could void the user’s authority to operate this equipment.
Canadian Department of Communications Statement
This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for radio noise emissions
from digital apparatus set out in the Radio Interference Regulations of the
Canadian Department of Communications.
This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
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REACH Information
Complying with the REACH (Registration, Evaluation, Authorization, and Restriction
of Chemicals) regulatory framework, we publish the chemical substances in our
products at ASUS REACH 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.
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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, 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 add a device.
• If the power supply is broken, do not try to x it by yourself. Contact a qualied
service technician or your dealer.
Operation Safety
• Any mechanical operation on this server must be conducted by certied or
experienced engineers.
• Before operating the server, carefully read all the manuals included with the
server package.
• Before using the server, ensure 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.
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.
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.
CD-ROM Drive Safety Warning
CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT
Heavy System
CAUTION! This server system is heavy. Ask for assistance when moving or
carrying the system.
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About this guide
Audience
This user guide is intended for system integrators, and experienced users with at
least basic knowledge of conguring 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 specications.
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: Installation options
This chapter describes how to install optional components into the barebone
server.
4. Chapter 4: Motherboard information
This chapter gives information about the motherboard that comes with the
server. This chapter includes the motherboard layout, jumper settings, and
connector locations.
5. Chapter 5: BIOS setup
This chapter tells how to change system settings through the BIOS Setup
menus and describes the BIOS parameters.
6. Chapter6:RAIDconguration
This chapter tells how to change system settings through the BIOS Setup
menus. Detailed descriptions of the BIOS parameters are also provided.
7 Chapter 7: Driver installation
This chapter provides instructions for installing the necessary drivers for
different system components.
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Conventions
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> 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 (+).
Example: <Ctrl
Command
exactly as shown, then supply the required
item or value enclosed in brackets.
Example: At the DOS prompt, type the
command line:
Indicates a menu or an item to select.
Used to emphasize a word or a phrase.
> + <Alt> + <Del>
Means that you must type the command
format A:/S
References
Refer to the following sources for additional information, and for product and
software updates.
1. ASUS Server Web-based Management (ASWM) user guide
This manual tells how to set up and use the proprietary ASUS server
management utility.
2. ASUS websites
The ASUS websites worldwide provide updated information for all ASUS
hardware and software products. Refer to the ASUS contact information.
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Chapter 1
This chapter describes the general
features of the chassis kit. It includes
sections on front panel and rear panel
specications.
Product introduction
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1.1 System package contents
Check your system package for the following items.
Model Name RS920-E7/RS8 RS926-E7/RS8
Chassis ASUS R21B 2U Rackmount Chassis
Motherboard ASUS Z9PX-Q32 Series Server Board
Component 1 x 1620W 80PLUS Platinum Redundant Power Supply
Accessories 1 x User’s Guide
Optional Items CPU Heatsink
*ASUS System Web-based Management
* ThesystemdoesnotincludeaUSBoppydrive.YoumayhavetouseaUSBoppydrive
when creating a SATA RAID driver disk. Refer to Chapter 7 for details.
1 x SATA Backplane with 8 x SATA Cables
3 x PCIe riser card
1 x Front I/O Shield (FPB-AR14)
1 x Power Supply Power Distribution Board
5 x System Fans (80mm)
1 x RS92x-E7/RS8 Series Support DVD
1 x Bag of Screws
1 x Friction Rail Kit
Anti-virus CD
If any of the above items is damaged or missing, contact your retailer.
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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 14 characters such as
xxS0xxxxxxxxxx. See the gure 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.
RS92x -E7/RS8
xxS0xxxxxxxxxx
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1.3 Systemspecications
The ASUS RS920-E7/RS8 and RS926-E7/RS8 are servers featuring the ASUS
Z9PX-Q32 Series server board.The server supports the
Intel® Xeon® E5-4600 processor family, plus other latest technologies through the
chipsets onboard.
Model Name RS926 -E7/RS8 RS920-E7/RS8
Processor Support
Core Logic
Memory Total Slots
Capacity
Memory Type
Memory Size
Expansion
Slots
Storage SATA
HDD Bays
Total PCI/
PCI-X /PCI-E
Slots
Slot type
Additional
Slot
Controller
SAS
Controller
4 x LGA 2011 socket
Intel® Xeon® Processor E5-4600 Product Family (up
to 130W)
Intel® QuickPath Interconnect (QPI) 6.4/7.2/8.0 GT/s
Intel® C602-A chipset
32 (4-channel per CPU, 2 DIMM per channel)
Maximum up to 1024GB (RDIMM)
Maximum up to 256GB (UDIMM)
DDR3 800/1066/1333/1600 RDIMM
DDR3 1066/1333 ECC UDIMM/Non-ECC UDIMM
DDR3 1066/1333 LR-DIMM
1GB, 2GB, 4GB, 8GB, 16GB, 32GB* (RDIMM)
1GB, 2GB, 4GB, 8GB* (UDIMM)
8GB, 16GB, 32GB* (LRDIMM)
6 (PCI riser card required)
Full-length
4 x PCI-E x16
(2 x Gen3 x16 Link or 4 x Gen3 x8 Link)
Half-length/Low-prole
2 x PCI-E x8 (Gen3 x8 Link)
PIKE slot (PCI-E Gen3 x8 Link)
Intel® C602-A Chipset
- 2 x SATA 6 Gb/s(black), 4 x SATA 3 Gb/s(black)
AHCI port
- 4 x SATA 3 Gb/s (blue) SCU ports
Intel® Rapid Storage Technology (for Windows only)
Supports RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 10, and RAID 5
LSI® Mega RAID (for Windows/Linux)
Supports software RAID 0, 1, & 10
Optional:
ASUS PIKE 2008 8-port SAS2 6G RAID card
ASUS PIKE 2008/IMR 8-port SAS2 6G RAID card
ASUS PIKE 2108 8-port SAS2 6G H/W RAID card
8 x Hot-swappable 3.5” HDD Bays
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Model Name RS926 -E7/RS8 RS920-E7/RS8
Networking LAN
Inniband
Quad Port Intel Ethernet Controller i350 + 1
Management port
Single port Mellanox
N/A
ConnectX-3 FDR
InniteBand with QSFP
Interface
Graphic VGA
Auxiliary Storage Device Bay
Aspeed AST2300 16MB
1 x Slim-type Optical Device Bay
Onboard I/O 1 x Internal Serial Port
5 x RJ-45 ports (1 port for remote management)
6 x USB 2.0 ports (2 x Front panel; 4 x Rear panel)
2 x USB 3.0 ports (Rear)
1 x Internal A Type USB port
1 x VGA port
1 x PS/2 keyboard/mouse port
1 x QSFP port N/A
OS Support
Windows® Server 2008 R2
Windows Server 2008 R2 Enterprise
Windows Server 2008 Enterprise 32/64-bit
RedHat Enterprise Linux AS5.6/6.0 32/64-bit
SuSE Linux Enterprise Server 11.2 32/64-bit
CentOS 5.6 32/64-bit
VMWare ESX4.1/ESXi4.1
Anti-virus Software
Management
Solution
Software
Out of Band
Optional Anti-Virus CD pack
ASWM Enterprise
ASMB6-iKVM for K VM-over-IP onboard
Management
Dimension (L x W x H)
Net Weight (kg)
Power Supply
Power Rating
Environment
75 cm x 44.4 cm x 8.8 cm (2U)
20 kg
1 + 1 Redundant 1620W 80PLUS Platinum Power
Supply
Input: 100—140/180—240 Vac, 12—10A/10.5A—A,
50—60Hz Class1
Operating Temperature: 10°C ~ 35°C
Non-operating Temperature: -40°C ~ 70°C
Non-operating Humidity: 20% ~ 90% (non-
condensing)
*Specicationsaresubjecttochangewithoutnotice.
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1.4 Front panel features
The barebone server displays a simple yet stylish front panel with easily accessible
features. The power and reset buttons, LED indicators, optical drive, and two USB
ports are located on the front panel.
Refer to section 1.7.1 Front panel LEDs for the LED descriptions.
Reset button
Message LED
LAN1 LED
LAN2 LED
ODD dummy cover
HDD 1 HDD 5 HDD 2 HDD 6 HDD 3 HDD 7 HDD 4 HDD 8
HDD Access LED
USB ports
Location LED
Location switch
Power LED
P o w e r
button
1.5 Rear panel features
The rear panel includes the expansion slots, system power socket, and rear fans.
The middle part includes the I/O shield with openings for the rear panel connectors
on the motherboard.
Power cord
connector
Redundant
power supply
Redundant
power supply
Power cord
connector
2 Full-length /
Full-height
Expansion slot
LAN port 4
LAN port 3
LAN port 2
LAN port 1
InfiniB and
port
2 Half-length /
Low-prole
Expansion slot
USB 3.0 ports
LAN port 5*
2 Full-length /
Full-height
Expansion slot
VGA port
USB 2.0 ports
• The rear I/O ports do not appear on the rear panel if motherboard is not
present.
• *The port is for ASUS ASMB6-iKVM controller card only.
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1.6 Internal features
The barebone server includes the basic components as shown.
1. Redundant Power
supply and power fan
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8
8
1
2
3
4
5
(hidden)
2. ASUS Z9PX-Q32
Server Board
3. System fans
4. SATA/SAS backplane
(hidden)
5. Hot-swap HDD tray
1–8 (SAS and SATA)
6. Slim-type optical drive
bay
7. Front I/O board
(hidden)
8. PCI-E Expansion
Boards (hidden)
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The barebone server does not include a oppy disk drive. Connect a USB oppy
disk drive to any of the USB ports on the front or rear panel if you need to use a
oppy disk.
A protection lm is pre-attached to the front cover before shipping. Please
remove the protection lm before turning on the system for proper heat
dissipation.
*WARNING
HAZARDOUS MOVING PARTS
KEEP FINGERS AND OTHER BODY PARTS AWAY
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1.7 LED information
1.7.1 Front panel LEDs
LAN1 LED
LAN2 LED
HDD Access LED
LED Icon
Power LED ON System power ON
Location
LED
Message
LED
LAN LEDs
Display
Description
status
OFF Normal status
Location switch is pressed (Press the location switch again to
ON
turn off)
OFF System is normal; no incoming event
1. Without ASMB6-iKVM installed: CPU over-heated
ON
2. With ASMB6-iKVM installed: a hardware monitor event is
indicated
OFF No LAN connection
Blinking LAN is transmitting or receiving data
ON LAN connection is present
Message LED
Location LED
Power LED
HDD
Access
LED
OFF No activity
Blinking Read/write data into the HDD
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1.7.2 LAN (RJ-45) LEDs
LAN5 LEDs
ACT/LINK LED
SPEED LED
ACT/LINK LED SPEED LED
Status Description Status Description
OFF No link OFF 10 Mbps connection
ORANGE Linked ORANGE 100 Mbps connection
BLINKING Data activity GREEN 1 Gbps connection
LAN1 to LAN4 LEDs
ACT/LINK LED
SPEED LED
ACT/LINK LED SPEED LED
Status Description Status Description
OFF No link OFF 10 Mbps connection
GREEN Linked ORANGE 100 Mbps connection
BLINKING Data activity GREEN 1 Gbps connection
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1.7.3 HDD status LED
HDD Activity LED (Green)
HDD Status LED (Red)
SATAII/SAS HDD LED Description
OFF HDD not present
HDD Activity LED (Green)
HDD Status LED (Red)
ON HDD present, no activity
Blinking
OFF HDD not present
ON HDD has failed and should be swapped immediately
Blinking
1. Read/write data from/into the SATAII/SAS HDD
2. Locating (blinking with the HDD status LED)
1. RAID rebuilding
2. Locating (blinking with the HDD activity LED)
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Chapter 2
This chapter lists the hardware setup
procedures that you have to perform
when installing or removing system
components.
Hardware setup
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2.1 Chassis cover
Removing the rear cover
1. Locate and remove the side screws.
2. Loosen the two thumbscrews on the rear panel.
3. Firmly hold the cover and slide it
toward the rear panel for about half
an inch until it is disengaged from
the chassis.
4. Lift the cover from the chassis.
5. To recover the rear cover, reverse
step 1 to 4.
Thumbscrews
A protection lm is pre-attached
to the system cover before
shipping. Please remove the
protection lm before turning
on the system for proper heat
dissipation.
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2.2 Central Processing Unit (CPU)
The motherboard comes with a surface mount LGA2011 socket designed for the
Intel® Xeon E5-4600 family processor.
• 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 LGA2011 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.
2.2.1 Installing the CPU
To install a CPU:
1. Locate the CPU socket on the motherboard.
Before installing the CPU, ensure that the socket box is facing towards you and
the load lever is on your left.
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2. Press the left load lever with your
B
A
E
D
C
thumb (A), then move it to the left
(B) until it is released from the
retention tab.
To prevent damage to the socket
pins, do not remove the PnP cap
unless you are installing a CPU.
3. Slightly lift the load lever in the
direction of the arrow.
Load lever
4. Press the right load lever with your
thumb (C), then move it to the right
(D) until it is released from the
retention tab. Lift the load lever in
the direction of the arrow (E).
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I
H
G
F
5. Push the left load lever (F) to lift the
load plate (G).
6. Position the CPU over the socket,
ensuring that the triangle mark is on
the top-right corner of the socket.
Triangle
mark
The CPU ts in only one correct orientation. DO NOT force the CPU into the
socket to prevent bending the connectors on the socket and damaging the CPU!
7. Remove the PnP cap (H) from the CPU socket and close the load plate (I).
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J
8. Push down the right load lever (J),
M
L
ensuring that the edge of the load
plate is xed by the lever (K).
9. Insert the right load lever under the
retention tab.
10. Push down the left load lever (L),
and then insert the lever under the
retention tab (M).
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11. Apply some Thermal Interface
Material to the exposed area of
the CPU that the heatsink will be
in contact with, ensuring that it is
spread in an even thin layer.
Some heatsinks come with preapplied thermal paste. If so, skip
this step.
The Thermal Interface Material is toxic and inedible. DO NOT eat it. If it
gets into your eyes or touches your skin, wash it off immediately, and seek
professional medical help.
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2.2.2 Installing the CPU heatsink and airduct
To install the CPU heatsink:
1. Place the heatsink on top of the
installed CPU, ensuring that the four
fasteners match the holes on the
motherboard.
2. Twist each of the four screws with
a Philips (cross) screwdriver just
enough to attach the heatsink to
the motherboard. When the four
screws are attached, tighten them
one by one to completely secure the
heatsink.
A
B
B
A
CPU Installation Sequence:
CPU1 Conguration
One Processor
Dual Processors
Quad Processors
CPU1 Socket CPU2 Socket CPU3 Socket CPU4 Socket
P
P P
P P P P
Apply some Thermal Interface Material to the exposed area of the CPU that the
heatsink will be in contact with, ensuring that it is spread in an even thin layer.
Some heatsinks come with pre-applied Thermal Interface Material. If so, skip
this step.
Tighten the four heatsink screws in a
diagonal sequence.
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2.3 System memory
2.3.1 Overview
The motherboard comes with thirty-two (32) Double Data Rate 3 (DDR3) Dual
Inline Memory Modules (DIMM) sockets.
The gure illustrates the location of the DDR3 DIMM sockets:
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2.3.2 MemoryCongurations
You may install 1GB/2GB/4GB/8GB/16GB/32GB Registerd or 1GB/2GB/4GB/8GB
Unbuffered with ECC/Non-ECC DDR3 DIMMs into the DIMM sockets using the
memory congurations in this section.
Memory population table
For UDIMM, RDIMM and LRDIMM (Single Rank, Dual Ranks, Quad rank)
CPU1 Conguration
A2 A1 B2 B1 C2 C1 D2 D1
1 DIMMs
2 DIMMs
4 DIMMs
8 DIMMs
CPU1 + CPU2 Conguration
2 DIMMs
4 DIMMs
6 DIMMs
8 DIMMs
10 DIMMs
12 DIMMs
14 DIMMs
16 DIMMs
CPU1 + CPU2 + CPU3 + CPU4 Conguration
4 DIMMs
8 DIMMs
12 DIMMs
16 DIMMs
20 DIMMs
24 DIMMs
28 DIMMs
32 DIMMs
P
P P
P P P P
P P P P P P P P
A2 A1 B2 B1 C2 C1 D2 D1 E2 E1 F2 F1 G2 G1 H2 H1
P P
P P P P
P P P P P P
P P P P P P P P
P P P P P P P P P P
P P P P P P P P P P P P
P P P P P P P P P P P P P P
P P P P P P P P P P P P P P P P
A2 A1 B2 B1 C2 C1 D2 D1 E2 E1 F2 F1 G2 G1 H2 H1
P P
P P P P
P P P P P P
P P P P P P P P
P P P P P P P P P P
P P P P P P P P P P P P
P P P P P P P P P P P P P P
P P P P P P P P P P P P P P P P
CPU1 + CPU2 + CPU3 + CPU4 Conguration
4 DIMMs
8 DIMMs
12 DIMMs
16 DIMMs
20 DIMMs
24 DIMMs
28 DIMMs
32 DIMMs
I2 I1 J2 J1 K2 K1 L2 L1 M2 M1 N2 N1 O2 O1 P2 P1
P P
P P P P
P P P P P P
P P P P P P P P
P P P P P P P P P P
P P P P P P P P P P P P
P P P P P P P P P P P P P P
P P P P P P P P P P P P P P P P
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2.3.3 Installing a DIMM on a single clip DIMM socket
1. Unlock a DIMM socket by pressing
DIMM notch
the 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.
A DIMM is keyed with a notch so that it ts 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.
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 user guide for qualied vendor lists of the memory modules.
2
DIMM slot key
1
Unlocked retaining clip
3
Locked Retaining Clip
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 ngers when pressing the retaining clips.
The DIMM might get damaged when it ips out with extra force.
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2.3.4 Installing a DIMM on a double-clip DIMM socket
Ensure to unplug the power supply before adding or removing DIMMs or other
system components. Failure to do so may cause severe damage to both the
motherboard and the components.
1. Press the retaining clips outward to
unlock a DIMM socket.
2. Align a DIMM on the socket such
that the notch on the DIMM matches
the break on the socket.
1
Unlocked retaining clip
A DIMM is keyed with a notch so that it ts in only one direction. DO NOT force a
DIMM into a socket to avoid damaging the DIMM.
3. Firmly insert the DIMM into the socket
3
until the retaining clips snap back
in place and the DIMM is properly
seated.
Locked Retaining Clip
Removing a DIMM from a double-clip DIMM socket
1. Simultaneously press the retaining
cli p s out w a r d t o un l oc k th e
DIMM.
2
2
DIMM notch
1
1
1
Support the DIMM lightly with your ngers when pressing the retaining clips. The
DIMM might get damaged when it ips out with extra force.
2. Remove the DIMM from the socket.
DIMM notch
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2.4 Hard disk drives
The system supports eight hot-swap SATAII/SAS hard disk drives. The hard disk
drive installed on the drive tray connects to the motherboard SATAII/SAS ports via
the SATAII/SAS backplane.
To install a hot-swap SATAII/SAS HDD:
1. Release a drive tray by pushing the
spring lock to the right, then pulling
the tray lever outward. The drive
tray ejects slightly after you pull out
the lever.
2. Firmly hold the tray lever and pull
the drive tray out of the bay.
spring lock
3. Take note of the drive tray holes.
Each side has three holes to t
different types of hard disk drives.
Use two screws on each side to
secure the hard disk drive.
4. Place a SATAII/SAS hard disk drive
on the tray, then secure it with four
screws.
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5. Carefully insert the drive tray and
push it all the way to the depth of
the bay until just a small fraction of
the tray edge protrudes.
When installed, the SATAII/SAS connector on the drive connects to the SATAII/
SAS interface on the backplane.
6. Push the tray lever until it clicks, and
secures the drive tray in place. The
drive tray is correctly placed when
its front edge aligns with the bay
edge.
7. Repeat steps 1 to 6 if you wish to
install a second SATAII/SAS drive.
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2.5 Expansion slot
2.5.1 Installing an expansion card to the riser card bracket
The barebone server comes with a riser card bracket. You need to remove the
bracket if you want to install PCI Express x16 expansion cards.
To install a PCI Express x16 card
1. Loosen the screws of the riser card
bracket.
2. Place the riser card bracket on a
at and stable surface, and then
remove the screw from the slot bay.
3. Loosen the screw of rear end
bracket and remove it.
4. Install a PCI Express x16 card to
the bracket as shown, and then
secure the card with a screw.
PCI Express x16 slot
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5. Firmly hold the bracket, and then
press it down to the slot of the
motherboard.
6. Secure the screw in front of the
GPU computing module bracket.
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2.5.2 Conguringanexpansioncard
After installing the expansion card, congure the it by adjusting the software
settings.
1. Turn on the system and change the necessary BIOS settings, if any. See
Chapter 5 for information on BIOS setup.
2. Assign an IRQ to the card. Refer to the tables on the next page.
3. Install the software drivers for the expansion card.
Standard Interrupt assignments
IRQ Priority Standard function
0 1 System Timer
1 2 Keyboard Controller
2 - Programmable Interrupt
3* 11 Communications Port (COM2)
4* 12 Communications Port (COM1)
5* 13 --
6 14 Floppy Disk Controller
7* 15 --
8 3 System CMOS/Real Time Clock
9* 4 ACPI Mode when used
10* 5 IRQ Holder for PCI Steering
11* 6 IRQ Holder for PCI Steering
12* 7 PS/2 Compatible Mouse Port
13 8 Numeric Data Processor
14* 9 Primary IDE Channel
15* 10 Secondary IDE Channel
* These IRQs are usually available for ISA or PCI devices.
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2.6 Cable connections
• The bundled system cables are pre-connected before shipment. You do
not need to disconnect these cables unless you will remove pre-installed
components to install additional devices.
• Refer to Chapter 4 for detailed information on the connectors.
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Pre-connected system cables
1. 24-pin SSI power connector (from power supply to motherboard)
2. 8-pin SSI power connector (from power supply to motherboard)
3. System fan connectors (from motherboard FRNT_FAN1, FRNT_FAN2
FRNT_FAN3, FRNT_FAN4, and FRNT_FAN5 to system fans)
4. USB connector (from motherboard to front I/O board)
5. Power Supply SMBUS connector
6. Auxiliary Panel connector (from motherboard to front I/O board)
7. Panel connector (from motherboard to front I/O board)
8. SATA connectors (from motherboard to SATAII/SAS backplane board)
9. SAS connector (from motherboard to SATAII/SAS backplane board)
10. SGPIO 1 (Intel RAID)
11. PSGPIO 1,2 (LSI PIKE RAID)
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2.7 SATAII/SAS backplane cabling
Connects a 8-pin plug
from power supply
Onboard SGPIO1
connects to BP the
SGPIO1 connector
to support Intel® RST
SGPIO function
PSGPIO1/2: Connects
to BP the SGPIO2/3
connector to support
Intel® SCU RAID, LSI
RAIO SGPIO function.
Connects to the Intel® C602 SATA or PIKE SATA
/ SAS connectors on the motherboard
J1: Connects to the
power connector of
the slim-type optical
drive
SGPIO_SEL: Set to pin 1-2 to enable onboard
C602 SATA SGPIO function (default) or set to
pin 2-3 enable optional PIKE SAS RAID, Intel®
SCU SGPIO function
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2.8 Removable/optional components
You may need to remove previously installed system components when installing
or removing system devices. Or you may need to install the optional components
into the system. This section tells how to remove/install the following components:
1. System fans
2. Redundant power supply units
3. ASUS PIKE RAID card (optional)
Ensure that the system is turned off before removing any components.
2.8.1 System fans
To uninstall the system fans
1. Disconnect the system fan cable
from the fan connector on the
motherboard.
2. Carefully remove the system fan
cable from the cable holder.
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3. Lift the fan, and then set aside.
4. Repeat steps 1 to 3 to uninstall the
other system fans.
To reinstall the system fans
1. Insert the fan into the fan cage.
The airow directional arrow on the
fan side should point towards the
system rear panel.
2. Insert the system fan cable into
the cable holder, then connect the
cable to the fan connector on the
motherboard.
2.8.2 Redundant power supply units
To remove the power supply unit (PSU)
1. Lift up the PSU lever.
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2. Hold the PSU lever and press the
PSU latch.
3. Firmly pull the PSU out of the
system chassis.
To install a second PSU
1. Insert the PSU into the empty PSU
bay.
2. Hold the PSU lever and press the
PSU latch. Firmly insert the PSU
into the server chassis.
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• If you install two power supply units in the system, you can switch the
working behavior of the two PSUs between
jumpermode
1+1jumpermode:
than 1400W, the system can be booted using one PSU and the PSU hot-
swap feature is supported. If the total power consumption of the system
exceeds 1400W, the maximum output power of the PSUs can reach to
2800W with PSU hot-swap feature disabled, and the system shuts down if
any of the PSUs is removed.
2+0jumpermode:
installed. The maximum output power of the PSUs can reach to 2800W with
PSU hot-swap feature disabled, and the system shuts down if any of the
PSUs is removed.
• The output power varies with different input voltages. Refer to the table
below for details.
SKU Input Voltage Max. Output Power (Watt)
1620W
.
If the total power consumption of the system is less
The system can be booted only when two PSUs are
100V—140V 1100W
180V—240V 1400W
1+1jumpermode
and
2+0
2.8.3 Installing ASUS PIKE RAID card (optional)
Follow the steps below to install an optional ASUS RAID card on your motherboard.
If you install the PIKE 2108 Series SAS RAID card, follow steps 1 and 2 to remove
the outer heatsink on RAID card.
1. Remove the two screws that secure
the heatsink bracket on the back of
the SAS RAID card.
Heatsink bracket
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2. Remove the four screws that
secure the outer heatsink on the
front of the SAS RAID card.
DO NOT remove the inner
heatsink from the SAS RAID
card.
3. Remove the data cables connected
to the SATA connectors on the
motherboard.
4. Locate the PIKE RAID card slot on
the motherboard, then remove the
screw beside the PIKE slot.
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5. Align the golden ngers of the RAID
card with the PIKE RAID card slot
then insert the RAID card into the
PIKE RAID card slot. Ensure that it
is completely seated in place, then
secure the PIKE card with the screw
you removed earlier.
6. Connect the data cables in
numerical order, from SATA1-5
to the SAS connectors labeled
PSAS1-4 (Blue) and 5 (Black) on
the motherboard.
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Chapter 3
This chapter describes how to install
the optional components and devices
into the barebone server.
Installation options
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3.1 Installing friction rail kit items
Your friction rail kit package contains:
• One pair of rack rails
• One pair of xing latches
• 4 latch screws, 4 rail screws and 4 rail washers
Rail Washers
Latch screws
Rack railsFixing latchesFront end Rear end
Rail screws
3.1.1 Attachingthexinglatchestotheserver
Refer to the gures below for the locations to attach the two xing latches to the
two sides of the server with four screws.
Fixing latch
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1. Select a 1U space on the rack
where you want to install the
rack rail. A 1U space consists
of three square mounting holes
with two thin lips on the top and
the bottom, as shown in the right
gure.
2. Adjust the rack rail to t the depth
of the rack.
3. From inside the rack, place the
rear rail hook on the bottom thin
lip of the rear mounting hole, and
then place the front rail hook on the
bottom thin lip of the front mounting
hole, as shown in the right gure.
4. Secure the front and rear ends of
the rail with two rack screws and
washers.
5. Repeat step 1 to 4 to attach the
rack rail on the other side of the
rack.
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6. When mounting the server to the rack,
ensure to include the side knots on the
two sides of the server in the rack rail
holders, as shown in the right gure.
Do not install the rail kit in the following situation:
DO NOT place the rail hook on a thick lip
of the mounting hole.
DO NOT install the rail to the outer side of
the server rack.
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3.1.2 Mounting the server to the rack
To mount the server to the rack:
1. Align the server rails with the rack rails, then push the server all the way to
the depth of the rack.
2. Drive two screws on both mounting
ears to secure the server in place.
To uninstall the server from the rack:
1. Remove the screws secured on the mounting ears.
2. Hold the mounting ears, then pull the server from the rack.
Remember to press the latches
on both sides to release the
server from the rack.
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Chapter 4
This chapter includes the motherboard
layout, and brief descriptions of the
jumpers and internal connectors.
Motherboard info
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4-1
4.1 Motherboard layout
Layout contents
Jumpers Page
1. Clear RTC RAM (CLRTC1) 4-4
2. VGA controller setting (3-pin VGA_SW1)
3. LSI MegaRAID or Intel RSTe selection jumper (3-pin
RAID_SEL1)
4. LAN controller setting (3-pin LAN_SW1)
5. ME rmware force recovery setting (3-pin ME_RCVR1)
6. DIMM thermal trip Setting (3-pin DIMMTRIP1)
7. BMC Setting (3-pin BMC_SW1)
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Internal connectors Page
1. Serial ATA 6.0/3.0 Gb/s connectors (7-pin SATA6G_1-2 [black])
(7-pin SATA3G_3-6 [black])
2. ISAS connectors
3. PSAS connectors
4. USB connectors (10-1 pin USB56, A-Type USB10)
5. Hard disk activity LED connector (4-pin HDLED1)
6. CPU and front fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN1-2,
FRNT_FAN1–5)
7. Serial General Purpose Input/Output connectors
(6-1 pin SGPIO1, 8-1 pin PSGPIO 1/2 and ISGPIO1)
8. Serial port connector (10-1 pin COM1)
9. TPM connector (20-1 pin TPM1)
10. Power Supply SMBus connector (6-1 pin PSUSMB1)
11. EATX power connectors (24-pin ATXPWR1, 8-pin ATX12V1)
12. System panel connector (20-1 pin PANEL1)
13. Auxiliary panel connector (20-2pin AUX_PANEL1)
Internal LEDs Page
1. Standby Power LED (SB_PWR1) 4-18
2. DIMM Error LED (ERR_DIMM)
3. CPU warning LED (ERR_CPU1/2/3/4)
4. CATT Error LED (CATTERR_LED1)
5.
6. Q-Code LED (LED1_LED2)
Baseboard Management Controller LED (BMC_LED1) 4-20
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4-13
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4-14
4-15
4-16
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4.2 Jumpers
1. Clear RTC RAM (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 1–2 (default) to pins 2–3. Keep the cap
on pins 2–3 for about 5–10 seconds, then move the cap back to pins 1–
2.
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 re-enter 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.
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2. VGA controller setting (3-pin VGA_SW1)
This jumper allows you to enable or disable the onboard VGA controller. Set
to pins 1–2 to activate the VGA feature.
3. LSIMegaRAIDorIntelRSTeselectionjumper(3-pinRAID_SEL1)
This jumper allows you to select the PCH SATA RAID mode to use LSI
MegaRAID software or Intel® Rapid Storage Technology enterprise 3.0 RAID.
Place the jumper caps over pins 1–2 if you want to use the LSI MegaRAID
software RAID Utility (default); otherwise, place the jumper caps to pins 2–3
to use the Intel® Rapid Storage Technology Enterprise Option ROM Utility.
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4. LAN controller setting (3-pin LAN_SW1)
These jumpers allow you to enable or disable the onboard Intel
LAN controllers. Set to pins 1-2 to activate the Gigabit LAN feature.
5. MErmwareforcerecoverysetting(3-pinME_RCVR1)
This jumper allows you to force Intel Management Engine (ME) boot from
recovery mode when ME become corrupted.
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i350 Gigabit
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6. DIMM thermal trip Setting (3-pin DIMMTRIP1)
This jumper allows you to enable(default) or disable DIMM thermal trip.
7. BMC Setting (3-pin BMC_SW1)
This jumper allows you to enable(default) or disable the Baseboard
Management Controller.
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4.3 Internal connectors
1. Serial ATA 6.0/3.0 Gb/s connectors
(7-pin SATA6G_1-2 [
(7-pin SATA3G_3-6 [
Supported by the Intel® C602 Chipset, these connectors are for the Serial ATA
signal cables for Serial ATA hard disk drives that allows up to 6Gb/s of data
transfer rate.
If you installed Serial ATA hard disk drives, you can create a RAID 0, RAID 1,
RAID 10, or RAID 5 conguration.
black])
black])
The actual data transfer rate depends on the speed of Serial ATA hard disks
installed.
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2. ISAS connectors
Supported by the Intel® C602 Chipset. ISAS 1-4 connectors can connect to
serial ATA 3Gb/s hard disk drives.
The actual data transfer rate depends on the speed of SATA hard disks installed.
3. PSAS connectors (PIKE required)
SAS connector - PSAS connectors are for the SAS signal cables for SAS
hard disk drives that allows up to 6Gb/s of data transfer rate.
If you installed SAS hard disk drives, you can create a RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID
10, or RAID 5 conguration.
The actual data transfer rate depends on the speed of SAS hard disks installed.
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4. USB connectors (10-1 pin USB56, A-Type USB10)
These connectors are for USB 2.0 ports. Connect the USB module cable to
connector USB56, then install the module to a slot opening at the back of the
system chassis. These USB connectors comply with USB 2.0 specication
that supports up to 480 Mbps connection speed.
5. 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.
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6. CPU and front fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN1-2, FRNT_FAN1–5)
The fan connectors support cooling fans. 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. Insufcient
air ow inside the system may damage the motherboard components.
• These are not jumpers! DO NOT place jumper caps on the fan connectors!
• All fans feature the ASUS Smart Fan technology.
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7. Serial General Purpose Input/Output connectors
(6-1 pin SGPIO1, 8-1 pin PSGPIO 1/2 and ISGPIO1)
The SGPIO 1 connectors are used for the Intel Rapid Storage Technology
Enterprise SGPIO interface that controls the LED pattern generation, device
information and general purpose data.
The PSGPIO 1/2 connectors are used for PIKE card.
The ISGPIO 1 connector is for SATA connectors—ISAS connectors.
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8. Serial port connector (10-1 pin COM1)
These connectors are for the serial (COM) ports. Connect the serial port
module cable to one of these connectors, then install the module to a slot
opening at the back of the system chassis.
9. TPM connector (20-1 pin TPM1)
This connector supports a Trusted Platform Module (TPM) system, which can
securely store keys, digital certicates, passwords, and data. A TPM system
also helps enhance network security, protects digital identities, and ensures
platform integrity.
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10. Power Supply SMBus connector (6-1 pin PSUSMB1)
This connector allows you to connect SMBus (System Management Bus) to
the power supply unit to read PSU information. Devices communicate with an
SMBus host and/or other SMBus devices using the SMBus interface.
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11. EATX power connectors (24-pin ATXPWR1, 8-pin ATX12V1)
These connectors are for an EATX power supply plugs. The power supply
plugs are designed to t these connectors in only one orientation. Find the
proper orientation and push down rmly until the connectors completely t.
• DO NOT forget to connect the 24+8-pin power plugs; otherwise, the system
will not boot up.
• Use of a PSU with a higher power output is recommended when conguring
a system with more power-consuming devices. The system may become
unstable or may not boot up if the power is inadequate.
• This motherboard supports EATX2.0 PSU or later version.
• Ensure that your power supply unit (PSU) can provide at least the minimum
power required by your system.
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12. System panel connector (20-1 pin PANEL1)
This connector supports several chassis-mounted functions.
1. 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.
2. 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 Hardware
monitor to indicate an abnormal event occurance.
3. 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.
4. Hard disk drive activity LED (2-pin HDDLED)
This 2-pin connector is for the HDD Activity LED. Connect the HDD
Activity LED cable to this connector. The IDE LED lights up or ashes
when data is read from or written to the HDD.
5. SSI 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 BIOS settings. Pressing the power switch for more
than four seconds while the system is ON turns the system OFF.
6. 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.
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13. 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.
1. Front panel SMB (6-1 pin FPSMB)
These leads connect the front panel SMBus cable.
2. LAN activity LED (2-pin LAN1_LED, LAN2_LED
)
These leads are for Gigabit LAN activity LEDs on the front panel.
3. Chassis intrusion (4-1 pin CHASSIS)
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 short
CASEOPEN and GND pin by jumper cap to disable the function.
4. Locator LED (2-pin LOCATORLED1 and 2-pin LOCATORLED2)
These leads 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.
5. Locator Button/Swich (2-pin LOCATORBTN)
These leads are for the locator button on the front panel. This button
queries the state of the system locator.
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4.4 Internal LEDs
1. Standby Power LED (SB_PWR1)
The motherboard comes with a standby power LED. The green LED lights up
to indicate the system AC power cable plug or not. 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. DIMM warning LED (ERR_DIMM)
The DIMM warning LEDs light up to indicate an impending failure of the
corresponding DIMMs.
The warning LEDs function only when you install the ASUS ASMB6.
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3. CPU warning LED (ERR_CPU1/2/3/4)
The CPU warning LEDs light up to indicate an impending failure of the
corresponding CPU.
4. CATTERR LED (CATTERR_LED1)
The CATTERR LED indicates that the system has experienced a fatal or
catastrophic error and cannot continue to operate.
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5. Baseboard Management Controller LED (BMC_LED1)
The BMC LED works with the ASUS ASMB6 management device and
indicates its initiation status. When the PSU is plugged and the system is
OFF, ASUS ASMB6 management device starts system initiation for about one
(1) minute. The BMC LED blinks after system initiation nishes.
• The heartbeat LED functions only when you install the ASUS ASMB6.
• Everytime after the AC power is replugged, you have to wait for about 30
seconds for the system to power up.
6. Q-Code LED (LED1_LED2)
The Q-Code LED provides you a 2-digit display that shows the system status.
Refer to the Q-Code table below for more details.
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Q-Code table
Action PHASE POST CODE TYPE DESCRIPTION
Normal boot Security Phase 01 Progress First post code(POWER_ON_POST_CODE)
PEI(Pre-EFI
initialization) phase
02 Progress Load BSP microcode(MICROCODE_POST_CODE)
03 Progress
06 Progress CPU Early init.(CPU_EARLY_INIT_POST_CODE)
04 Progress initializes South bridge for PEI preparation
10 Progress PEI Core Entry
15 Progress NB initialize before installed memory
19 Progress SB initialize before installed memory
78~00
A1 MRC Progress QPI initialization
A3 MRC Progress QPI initialization
A7 MRC Progress QPI initialization
A8 MRC Progress QPI initialization
A9 MRC Progress QPI initialization
AA
AB
AC MRC Progress QPI initialization
AD MRC Progress QPI initialization
AE MRC Progress QPI initialization
AF MRC Progress QPI initialization Complete
2F Progress Memory Init.
B0 MRC Progress Memory Init.
B1 MRC Progress Memory Init.
AF MRC Progress RC Reset if require
B4 MRC Progress Memory Init.
B2 MRC Progress Memory Init.
B3 MRC Progress Memory Init.
B5 MRC Progress Memory Init.
B6 MRC Progress Memory Init.
B7 MRC Progress Memory Init.
B8 MRC Progress Memory Init.
B9 MRC Progress Memory Init.
BA MRC Progress Memory Init.
BB MRC Progress Memory Init.
BC MRC Progress Memory Init.
BF MRC Progress Memory Init. Done
5A MRC Progress Other cong. After RC end
31 Progress Memory already installed.
32 Progress CPU Init.
34 Progress CPU Init.
36 Progress CPU Init.
4F Progress DXE Initial Program Load(IPL)
Progress Wait BMC ready(duration: 120 seconds).
MRC Progress QPI initialization
MRC Progress QPI initialization
Set cache as ram for PEI phase(CACHE_ENABLED_POST_CODE)
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Action PHASE POST CODE TYPE DESCRIPTION
Normal boot DXE(Driver
Execution
Environment) phase
BDS(Boot Device
Selection) phase
Operating system
phase
60 Progress DXE Core Started
61 Progress DXE NVRAM Init.
62
63 Progress DXE CPU Init
68 Progress NB Init.
69 Progress NB Init.
6A Progress NB Init.
70 Progress SB Init.
71
72 Progress SB Init.
78 Progress ACPI Init.
79 Progress CSM Init.
90 Progress BDS started
91 Progress Connect device event
92 Progress
93 Progress PCI Bus Enumeration.
94 Progress PCI Bus Enumeration.
95 Progress PCI Bus Enumeration.
96 Progress PCI Bus Enumeration.
97 Progress Console outout connect event
98 Progress Console input connect event
99 Progress AMI Super IO start
9A Progress AMI USB Driver Init.
9B Progress AMI USB Driver Init.
9C Progress AMI USB Driver Init.
9D Progress AMI USB Driver Init.
b2 Progress Legacy Option ROM Init.
b3 Progress Reset system
b4 Progress USB hotplug
b6 Progress NVRAM clean up
b7 Progress NVRAM conguration reset
A0 Progress IDE, AHCI Init.
A1 Progress IDE, AHCI Init.
A2 Progress IDE, AHCI Init.
A3 Progress IDE, AHCI Init.
A8 Progress BIOS Setup Utility password verify
A9 Progress BIOS Setup Utility start
AB Progress BIOS Setup Utility input wait
AD Progress Ready to boot event
AE Progress Legacy boot event
17 Progress ME event for Node Manager
18 Progress ME event for Node Manager
19 Progress ME event for Node Manager
20 Progress ME event for Node Manager
21 Progress ME event for Node Manager
22 Progress ME event for Node Manager
23 Progress ME event for Node Manager
24 Progress ME event for Node Manager
25 Progress ME event for Node Manager
Progress
Progress
SB run-time init.
SB Init.
PCI Bus Enumeration.
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Chapter 5
This chapter tells how to change
the system settings through the BIOS
Setup menus. Detailed descriptions
of the BIOS parameters are also
provided.
BIOS setup
3-
5.1 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
(Recovers the BIOS using a bootable USB ash
disk drive when the BIOS le fails or gets corrupted.)
2.
ASUS EZ Flash 2
3.
BUPDATER utility
(Updates the BIOS using a USB ash disk.)
(Updates the BIOS in DOS mode using a bootable USB
ash disk drive.)
Refer to the corresponding sections for details on these utilities.
Save a copy of the original motherboard BIOS le to a bootable
disk drive
motherboard BIOS using the BUPDATER utility.
in case you need to restore the BIOS in the future. Copy the original
USB ash
5.1.1 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility
The ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 is an auto recovery tool that allows you to restore
the BIOS le when it fails or gets corrupted during the updating process. You can
update a corrupted BIOS le using a USB ash drive that contains the updated
BIOS le.
Prepare a USB ash drive containing the updated motherboard BIOS before
using this utility.
RecoveringtheBIOSfromaUSBashdrive
To recover the BIOS from a USB ash drive:
1. Insert the USB ash drive with the original or updated BIOS le to one USB
port on the system.
2. The utility will automatically recover the BIOS. It resets the system when the
BIOS recovery is nished.
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 le.
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5.1.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 Utility
The ASUS EZ Flash 2 Utility feature allows you to update the BIOS without having
to use a DOS-based utility.
Before you start using this utility, download the latest BIOS from the ASUS
website at www.asus.com.
To update the BIOS using EZ Flash 2 Utility
1. Insert the USB ash disk that contains the latest BIOS le into the USB port.
2. Enter the BIOS setup program. Go to the
Flash 2 Utility
ASUSTek EZ Flash 2 Utility V01.04
Flash Info
MODEL: Z9PE-D16 VER: 0208 DATE: 10/18/2011
fs0:\
Drive Folder Info
fs0:\ 12/09/10 10:23p 4194304 Z9PE-D16.ROM
fs1:\
File Infor
MODEL: VER: DATE:
Help Info
. Press <Enter>.
menu then select
Tool
ASUS EZ
Exit
[Enter] Select or Load [Tab] Switch [Up/Down/PageUp/PageDown/Home/End] Move [Esc] Exit [F2] Backup
3. Press <Tab> to switch to the Drive eld.
4. Press the Up/Down arrow keys to nd the USB ash disk that contains the latest
BIOS, then press <Enter>.
5. Press <Tab> to switch to the
Folder Info eld.
6. Press the Up/Down arrow keys to nd the BIOS le, and then press <Enter> to
perform the BIOS update process. Reboot the system when the update process
is done.
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• This function can support devices such as a USB ash 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.
5.1.3 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 le in the DOS environment
using a bootable USB ash disk drive with the updated BIOS le.
UpdatingtheBIOSle
To update the BIOS le using the BUPDATER utility:
1. Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com and download the latest BIOS le
for the motherboard. Save the BIOS le to a bootable USB ash disk drive.
2. Copy the BUPDATER utility (BUPDATER.exe) from the ASUS support
website at support.asus.com to the bootable USB ash disk drive you created
earlier.
3. Boot the system in DOS mode, then at the prompt, type:
BUPDATER /i[lename].ROM
where [lename] is the latest or the original BIOS le on the bootable USB
ash disk drive, then press <Enter>.
A:\>BUPDATER /i[le name].ROM
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4. The utility veries the le, then starts updating the BIOS le.
ASUSTek BIOS Update for DOS V1.30 (11/08/04)
FLASH TYPE: MXIC 25L1605A
Current ROM
BOARD: Z9PE-D16
VER: 0203
DATE: 08/24/2011
PATH:
WARNING! Do not turn off power during ash BIOS
Note
Writing BIOS:
Update ROM
BOARD: Z9PE-D16
VER: 0206
DATE: 09/30/2011
DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS to prevent
system boot failure!
5. The utility returns to the DOS prompt after the BIOS update process is
completed. Reboot the system from the hard disk drive.
The BIOS update is nished! Please restart your system.
C:\>
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5.2 BIOS setup program
This motherboard supports a programmable rmware chip that you can update
using the provided utility described in section
.
BIOS
Use the BIOS Setup program when you are installing a motherboard, reconguring
your system, or prompted to “Run Setup.” This section explains how to congure
your system using this utility.
Even if you are not prompted to use the Setup program, you can change the
conguration 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 recongure your system using the BIOS Setup program so that the
computer can recognize these changes and record them in the CMOS RAM of the
rmware chip.
The rmware 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+Delete>, or by pressing the reset button on the system chassis. You can
also restart by turning the system off and then back on. Do this last option only if
the rst 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.
5.1 Managing and updating your
• 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
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 le for
this motherboard.
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to load the BIOS
Yes
5.2.1 BIOS menu screen
Menu bar CongurationeldsMenu items
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Main Advanced Server Mgmt Event Logs Boot Monitor Security Tool Exit
BIOS Information
BIOS Vendor American Megatrends
Core Version 4.6.4.1
Compliancy UEFI 2.1; PI 0.9
BIOS Version 0306 x64
Build Date 01/16/2012
System Date [Tue 01/17/2012]
System Time [15:07:28]
Access Level Administrator
Memory Information
Total Memory 2048 MB (DDR3)
Processor
CPU Speed 2600 MHz
Count: 1
Onboard LAN1 MAC 00:E0:18:10:14:00
Onboard LAN2 MAC 00:E0:18:10:14:01
Onboard LAN3 MAC 00:E0:18:10:14:02
Onboard LAN4 MAC 00:E0:18:10:14:03
Version 2.15.1219. Copyright (C) 2011 American Megatrends, Inc.
Set the Date, Use Tab to
switch between Data elements.
→←: Select Screen
↑↓: Select Item
Enter: Select Item
+/-: Change Opt.
F1: General Help
F2: Previous Values
F5: Optimized Defaults
F10: Save & Exit
ESC: Exit
General help
Navigation keys
5.2.2 Menu bar
The menu bar on top of the screen has the following main items:
For changing the basic system conguration
Main
Advanced
Server Mgmt
Event Logs
Monitor
Security
Boot
Tool
Exit
To select an item on the menu bar, press the right or left arrow key on the keyboard
until the desired item is highlighted.
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For changing the advanced system settings
For changing the Server Mgmt settings
For changing the event log settings
For displaying the system temperature, power status, and
changing the fan settings
For changing the security settings
For changing the system boot conguration
For conguring options for special functions
For selecting the exit options
5.2.3 Menu items
The highlighted item on the menu bar displays the specic items for that menu. For
example, selecting
The other items (Event Logs, Advanced, Monitor, Boot, Tool, and Exit) on the menu
bar have their respective menu items.
shows the Main menu items.
Main
5.2.4 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 then press <Enter>.
5.2.5 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.
5.2.6 General help
At the top right corner of the menu screen is a brief description of the selected item.
5.2.7 Congurationelds
These elds show the values for the menu items. If an item is user-congurable,
you can change the value of the eld opposite the item. You cannot select an item
that is not user-congurable.
A congurable eld is enclosed in brackets, and is highlighted when selected. To
change the value of a eld, select it and press <Enter> to display a list of options.
5.2.8 Pop-up window
Select a menu item and press <Enter> to display a pop-up window with the
conguration options for that item.
5.2.9 Scroll bar
A scroll bar appears on the right side of a menu screen when there are items that
do not t on the screen. Press the Up/Down arrow keys or <Page Up> /<Page
Down> keys to display the other items on the screen.
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5.3 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, time, language, and security settings.
Aptio Setup Utility - Copyright (C) 2011 American Megatrends, Inc.
Main Advanced Server Mgmt Event Logs Boot Monitor Security Tool Exit
BIOS Information
BIOS Vendor American Megatrends
Core Version 4.6.4.1
Compliancy UEFI 2.1; PI 0.9
BIOS Version 0306 x64
Build Date 01/16/2012
System Date [Tue 01/17/2012]
System Time [15:07:28]
Access Level Administrator
Memory Information
Total Memory 2048 MB (DDR3)
Processor
CPU Speed 2600 MHz
Count: 1
Onboard LAN1 MAC 00:E0:18:10:14:00
Onboard LAN2 MAC 00:E0:18:10:14:01
Onboard LAN3 MAC 00:E0:18:10:14:02
Onboard LAN4 MAC 00:E0:18:10:14:03
Version 2.15.1219. Copyright (C) 2011 American Megatrends, Inc.
Set the Date, Use Tab to
switch between Data elements.
→←: Select Screen
↑↓: Select Item
Enter: Select Item
+/-: Change Opt.
F1: General Help
F2: Previous Values
F5: Optimized Defaults
F10: Save & Exit
ESC: Exit
5.3.1 System Date [Day xx/xx/xxxx]
Allows you to set the system date.
5.3.2 System Time [xx:xx:xx]
Allows you to set the system time.
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5.4 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
eld values can cause the system to malfunction.
Aptio Setup Utility - Copyright (C) 2011 American Megatrends, Inc.
Main Advanced Server Mgmt Event Logs Boot Monitor Security Tool Exit
CPU Conguration
CPU Power Management Conguration
Chipset Conguration
PCH SATA Conguration
PCH SCU Conguration
PCI Subsystem Setting
Onboard LAN Conguration
USB Conguration
Trusted Computing
ACPI Settings
WHEA Conguration
APM
Serial Port Console Redirection
ME Subsystem
Onboard Devices Conguration
Runtime Error Logging
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5.4.1 CPUConguration
Aptio Setup Utility - Copyright (C) 2011 American Megatrends, Inc.
Advanced
CPU Confguration
Socket 1 CPU Information
Socket 2 Not Present
Socket 3 Not Present
Socket 4 Not Present
CPU Speed 2600 MHz
64-bit Supported
Hyper Threading [Enabled]
Active Processor Core [All]
Limit CPUID Maximum [Disabled]
Execute Diable Bit [Enabled]
Server Class [Custom]
Hardware Prefetcher [Enabled]
Adjacent Cache Line Prefetch [Enabled]
DCU Streamer Prefetcher [Enabled]
DCU IP Prefetcher [Enabled]
Intel Virtualization Technology [Enabled]
Local APIC Mode [Auto]
CPU Conguration Parameters
→←: Select Screen
↑↓: Select Item
Enter: Select Item
+/-: Change Opt.
F1: General Help
F2: Previous Values
F5: Optimized Defaults
F10: Save & Exit
ESC: Exit
Enter to view socket soecic
CPU Information.
→←: Select Screen
↑↓: Select Item
Enter: Select Item
+/-: Change Opt.
F1: General Help
F2: Previous Values
F5: Optimized Defaults
F10: Save & Exit
ESC: Exit
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Socket 1 CPU Information
Enter to view socket specic CPU Information.
Aptio Setup Utility - Copyright (C) 2011 American Megatrends, Inc.
Advanced
Socket 1 CPU Information
Genuine Intel(R) CPU @ 2.60GHz
CPU Signature 206d5
Microcode Patch 512
Max CPU Speed 2600 MHz
Min CPU Speed 1200 MHz
Processor Cores 8
Intel HT Technology Supported
Intel VT-X Technology Supported
L1 Data Cache 32 kB x8
L1 Code Cache 32 kB x8
L2 Cache 256 kB x8
L3 Cache 20480 kB
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Enter to view socket soecic
CPU Information.
→←: Select Screen
↑↓: Select Item
Enter: Select Item
+/-: Change Opt.
F1: General Help
F2: Previous Values
F5: Optimized Defaults
F10: Save & Exit
ESC: Exit
Hyper Threading [Enabled]
Allows you to enable or disable the Intel® Hyper-Threading Technology function.
When disabled, only one thread per activated core is enabled.
Conguration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]
Active Processor Cores [All]
Conguration options: [All] [1] [2] [3] [4] [5] [6] [7]
Limit CPUID Maximum [Disabled]
Setting this item to [Enabled] allows legacy operating system to boot even without
support for CPUs with extended CPUID functions.
Conguration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]
Execute Disable Bit [Enabled]
XD can prevent certain classes of malicious buffer overow attacks when combined
with a supporting OS (Windows Server 2003 SP1, Windows XP SP2, SuSE Linux
9.2, Redhat Enterprise 3 Update 3).
Conguration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]
Server Class [Custom]
Use Intel® recommended prefetch settings.
Conguration options: [Enterprise] [High Performance(HPC)] [Custom]
Hardware Prefetcher [Enabled]
This Item allows you to turn on/off the mid level cache(L2) streamer prefetcher.
Conguration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]
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AdjacentCacheLinePrefetch[Enabled]
This Item allows you to turn on/off prefetching of adjacent cache lines.
Conguration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]
DCU Streamer Prefetcher [Enabled]
This Item allows you to enable or disable prefetcher of next L1 data line.
Conguration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]
DCU IP Prefetcher [Enabled]
This Item allows you to enable or disable prefetch of next L1 line based upon
sequential load history.
Conguration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]
Intel® Virtualization Technology [Enabled]
When this item is enabled, a VMM can utilize the additional hardware capabilities
provided by Vanderpool Technology.
Conguration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]
Local APIC Mode [Auto]
Select Local APIC mode. If Auto, use x2APIC if required. Otherwise, use xAPIC
mode. xAPIC will disable CPUs with APIC IDs greater than 254. Some OS do not
support x2APIC mode.
Conguration options: [Auto] [x2APIC] [xAPIC]
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5.4.2 CPUPowerManagementConguration
Aptio Setup Utility - Copyright (C) 2011 American Megatrends, Inc.
Advanced
CPU Power Management Confguration
Power Technology [Custom]
EIST [Enabled]
Turbo Mode [Enabled]
P-STATE Coordination [HW_ALL]
CPU C3 Report [Disabled]
CPU C6 Report [Enabled]
Package C State limit [C6]
Energy Performance [Balanced Performance]
Factory long duration power limit 115 Watts
Long duration power limit 0
Factory long duration maintained 1000 ms
Long duration power limit 0
Recommended short duration power1 1.2 * Long Duration
Short duration power limit 0
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Power Technology [Custom]
This item allows you to enable power management features.
Conguration options: [Disabled] [Energy Efcient] [Custom]
EIST [Enabled]
This item allows you to enable/disable Intel® SpeedStep.
Conguration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]
Turbo Mode [Enabled]
Conguration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]
This item allows you to
enabled power management
features.
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P-STATE Coordination [HW_ALL]
This item allows you to change P-STATE Coordination type.
Conguration options: [HW_ALL] [SW_ALL] [SW_ANY]
CPU C3 Report [Disabled]
This item allows you to enable/disable CPU C3(ACPI C2) report.
Conguration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]
CPU C6 Report [Enabled]
This item allows you to enable/disable CPU C6(ACPI C3) report.
Conguration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]
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Package C State limit [C6]
This item allows you to set package C State limit.
Conguration options: [C0] [C2] [C6] [No Limit]
Energy Performance [Balanced Performance]
This item allows you to optimize between performance and power savings.
Windows 2008 and later operating systems override this value according to this
power plan.
Conguration options: [Performance] [Balanced Performance] [Balanced Energy]
[Energy Efcient]
Factory long duration power limit 115 Watts
Long duration power limit 0
Allows you to set long duration power limit in watts. Use the number keys to set the
value.
Factory long duration maintained 1000 ms
Long duration power limit 0
Allows you to set time window which the long duration power is maintained. Use
the number keys to set the value.
Recommended short duration power limitation 1.2 * Long Duration
Short duration power limit 0
Allows you to set short duration power limit in watts. Use the number keys to set
the value.
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5.4.3 ChipsetConguration
Aptio Setup Utility - Copyright (C) 2011 American Megatrends, Inc.
Advanced
QPI Conguration
Memory Conguration
CPU II0 Bridge Conguration
PCH Conguration
Intel(R) VT for Directed I/O Conguration
QPIConguration
Aptio Setup Utility - Copyright (C) 2011 American Megatrends, Inc.
Advanced
Current QPI Link Speed Slow
Current QPI Link Freq Unknown
Isoc [Enabled]
QPI Link Speed Mode [Fast]
QPI Link Frequency Select [Auto]
QPI Link0s [Disabled]
QPI Link0p [Disabled]
QPI Link1 [Enabled]
Isoc [Enabled]
Conguration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]
QPI Link Speed Mode [Fast]
This item allows you to select the QPI link speed as either the fast mode or slow
mode.
Conguration options: [Slow] [Fast]
QPI Conguration Page
Enable/disable Isoc
QPI Link Frequency Select [Auto]
This item allows for selecting the QPI link frequency
Conguration options: [Auto] [6.4 GT/s] [7.2 GT/s (Fast Mode Only)] [8.0 GT/s
(Fast Mode Only)]
QPI Link0s [Disabled]
Conguration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]
QPI Link0p [Disabled]
Conguration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]
QPI Link1 [Enabled]
Conguration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]
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MemoryConguration
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Advanced
Compatibility RID [Enabled]
Memory Conguration
Total Memory 2048 MB (DDR3)
Current Memory Mode Independent
Currently Memory Speed 1333 MHz
Mirroring Supported
Sparing Not Possible
Memory Mode [Independent]
DDR Speed [Auto]
Channel Interleaving [Auto]
Rank Interleaving [Auto]
Patrol Scrub [Disabled]
Demand Scrub [Enabled]
Data Scrambling [Enabled]
Device Tagging [Disabled]
Thermal Throtting [CLTT]
Enable High Temp [Disabled]
Allow 2x Refresh [Enabled]
Altitude [300 M]
Memory HOT Sensor support [Enabled]
DIMM Information
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Support for compatibility
Revision ID(CRID)
Functionality mentioned in
Sandybridge bios spec.
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Compatibility RID [Enabled]
Support for compatibility revision ID (CRID) functionality mentioned in Sandybridge
BIOS spec. Conguration options: [Enabled] [Disabled]
Memory Mode [Independent]
Select the mode for memory initializaton.
Conguration options: [Independent] [Mirroring] [Lock Step] [Sparing]
DDR Speed [Auto]
Force DDR speed.
Conguration options: [Auto] [Force DDR3 800] [Force DDR3 1066] [Force DDR3
1333] [Force DDR3 1600] [Force DDR3 1866]
Channel Interleaving [Auto]
Select different channel interleaving setting.
Conguration options: [Auto] [1 Way] [2 Way] [3 Way] [4 Way]
Rank Interleaving [Auto]
Select different rank interleaving setting.
Conguration options: [Auto] [1 Way] [2 Way] [4 Way] [8 Way]
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Patrol Scrub [Disabled]
Allows you to enable/disable Patrol Scrub.
Conguration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]
Demand Scrub [Enabled]
Allows you to enable/disable demand scrubing feature.
Conguration options: [Enabled] [Disabled]
Data Scrambling [Enabled]
Allows you to enable/disable data scrambling.
Conguration options: [Enabled] [Disabled]
Device Tagging [Disabled]
Allows you to enable/disable device tagging.
Conguration options: [Enabled] [Disabled]
Thermal Throtting [CLTT]
Conguration options: [Disabled] [OLTT] [CLTT]
Enable High Temp [Disabled]
Conguration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]
Allow 2x Refresh [Enabled]
Conguration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]
Altitude [300 M]
The system altitude above the sea level in meters.
Conguration options: [Auto] [300 M] [900 M] [1500 M] [3000 M]
Memory Hot sensor support [Enabled]
Conguration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]
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DIMM Information
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CPU1 DIMM Information
Node 0 Ch0 Dimm A1 Present 2048 MB(DDR3)
Node 0 Ch0 Dimm A2 Not Present
Node 0 Ch1 Dimm B1 Not Present
Node 0 Ch1 Dimm B2 Not Present
Node 0 Ch2 Dimm C1 Not Present
Node 0 Ch2 Dimm C2 Not Present
Node 0 Ch3 Dimm D1 Not Present
Node 0 Ch3 Dimm D2 Not Present
CPU2 DIMM Information
CPU3 DIMM Information
CPU4 DIMM Information
CPUIIOBridgeConguration
Aptio Setup Utility - Copyright (C) 2011 American Megatrends, Inc.
Advanced
Intel(R) I/OAT [Disabled]
DCA Support [Enabled]
VGA Priority [Offboard]
TargetVGA VGA From CPU 0
Version 2.15.1219. Copyright (C) 2011 American Megatrends, Inc.
Enables/Disables Intel(R)
I/O Acceleration Technology
(I/OAT).
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Intel(R) I/OAT [Disabled]
Allows you to enable or disable Intel® I/O accelaration technology.
Conguration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]
DCA Support [Enabled]
Allows you to enable or disable the direct cache access support.
Conguration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]]
VGA Priority [offboard]
Allows you to prioritize between onboard and 1st offboard video device found.
Conguration options: [Onboard] [Offboard]
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PCHConguration
Aptio Setup Utility - Copyright (C) 2011 American Megatrends, Inc.
Advanced
Name Patsburg
Stepping 06 (C1 Stepping)
SB Chipset Conguration
PCH Compatibility RID [Disabled]
Deep Sx [Disabled]
SCU devices [Enabled]
Onboard SATA RAID Oprom [Enabled]
High Precision Event Timer Conguration
High Precision Timer [Enabled]
Version 2.15.1219. Copyright (C) 2011 American Megatrends, Inc.
Support for PCH Compatibility
Revision ID(CRID)
functionality.
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PCH Compatibility RID [Disabled]
Support for PCH compatibility.
Conguration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]
Deep Sx [Disabled]
Conguration options: [Disabled] [Enabled in S5] [Enabled in S4 and S5]
Mobile platforms support deep S4/S5 in DC only and desktop platforms support
deep S4/S5 in AC only.
SCU devices [Enabled]
Allows you to enable or disable Patsburg SCU devices.
Conguration options: [Enabled] [Disabled]
Onboard SATA RAID Oprom [Enabled]
Allows you to enable/disable onboard SATA RAID option rom if Launch Storage
Oprom is enabled.
Conguration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]
HighPrecisionEventTimerConguration
High Precision Timer [Enabled]
Allows you to enable/disable High Precision Event Timer.
Conguration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]
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Intel(R)VTforDirectedI/OConguration
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Advanced
Intel(R) VT-d [Disabled]
Intel(R) VT-d [Disabled]
Allows you to enable or disable Intel® VT-d.
Conguration options: [Enabled] [Disabled]
Allows you to enable or
disable BIOS ACPI Auto
Conguration.
The following item appears only when you set
Intel(R) VT-d
to [Enabled].
Coherency Support [Disabled]
Allows you to enable/disable VT-d Engine Coherency support.
Conguration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]
ATS Support [Disabled]
Allows you to enable/disable VT-d Engine address translation services (ATS)
support. Conguration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]
5.4.4 PCHSATAConguration
Aptio Setup Utility - Copyright (C) 2011 American Megatrends, Inc.
Advanced
SATA Port1 Not Present
SATA Port2 ASUS DWR ATAPI
SATA Port3 WDC WD800JD(80.0GB)
SATA Port4 Not Present
SATA Port5 Not Present
SATA Port6 Not Present
SATA Mode [AHCI Mode]
S.M.A.R.T. Status Check [Enabled]
Port 1 Staggered Spin-up [Disabled]
Port 2 Staggered Spin-up [Disabled]
Port 3 Staggered Spin-up [Disabled]
Port 4 Staggered Spin-up [Disabled]
Port 5 Staggered Spin-up [Disabled]
Port 6 Staggered Spin-up [Disabled]
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(1)IDE Mode. (2)AHCI Mode.
(3)RAID Mode.
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SATA Mode [AHCI Mode]
Allows you to set the SATA conguration.
Conguration options: [Disabled] [IDE Mode] [AHCI Mode] [RAID Mode]
• If you want to use the Serial ATA hard disk drives as Parallel ATA physical
storage devices, set this item to [IDE Mode].
• If you want the Serial ATA hard disk drives to use the Advanced Host
Controller Interface (AHCI), keep the default setting [AHCI Mode]. The AHCI
allows the onboard storage driver to enable advanced Serial ATA features
that increases storage performance on random workloads by allowing the
drive to internally optimize the order of commands.
®
• If you want to create RAID sets with LSI MegaRAID utility, or Intel
Storage Technology Enterprise from the Serial ATA hard disk drives, set this
item to [RAID Mode].
Rapid
S.M.A.R.T. Status Check [Enabled]
S.M.A.R.T. (Self-Monitoring, Analysis and Reporting Technology) is a monitor
system. When read/write of your hard disk errors occur, this feature allows the hard
disk to report warning messages during the POST.
Conguration options: [Enabled] [Disabled]
Staggered Spin-up [Disabled]
Staggered spin-up is a feature dened in the Serial ATA Specications. It enables
an HBA to individually spin-up attached SATA devices to avoid maximum current
charged by applying all attached SATA devices at the same time.
Conguration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]
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5.4.5 PCHSCUConguration
Aptio Setup Utility - Copyright (C) 2011 American Megatrends, Inc.
Advanced
Device1 Intel ISR10a
Device2 Intel ISR10a
Device3 Intel ISR10a
Device4 Intel ISR10a
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5.4.6 PCI Subsystem Settings
Aptio Setup Utility - Copyright (C) 2011 American Megatrends, Inc.
Advanced
PCI Bus Driver Version V 2.05.00
PCI Option ROM Handling
PCI ROM Priority [EFI Compatible ROM]
PCI Common Setting
PCI Latency Timer [32 PCI Bus Clocks]
VGA Palette Snoop [Disabled]
PERR# Generation [Disabled]
SERR# Generation [Disabled]
Load RT32 Image [Enabled]
PCI Express Settings
PCIE Slot Option Rom Conguration
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Patsburg B/D sku only
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In case of multiple Option
ROMs (Legacy and EFI
Compatible), species what
PCI option ROM to lanuch.
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PCI ROM Priority [EFI Compatible ROM]
In case of multiple option roms (Legacy and EFI Compatible), species what PCI
option rom to launch.Conguration options: [Legacy ROM] [EFI Compatible ROM]
PCI Latency Timer [32 PCI Bus Clocks]
Value to be programmed into PCI latency timer register
Conguration options: [32 PCI Bus Clocks] [64 PCI Bus Clocks] [96 PCI Bus
Clocks] [128 PCI Bus Clocks] [160 PCI Bus Clocks] [192 PCI Bus Clocks] [224 PCI
Bus Clocks] [248 PCI Bus Clocks]
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VGA Palette Snoop [Disabled]
Allows you to enable or disable VGA pallette registers snooping.
Conguration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]
PERR# Generation [Disabled]
Allows you to enable or disable PCI device to generate PERR#.
Conguration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]
SERR# Generation [Disabled]
Allows you to enable or disable PCI device to generate SERR#.
Conguration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]
Load RT32 Image [Enabled]
Allows you to enable or disable RT32 Image Loading.
Conguration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]
PCI Express Settings
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PCI Express Link Register Settings
ASPM Support [Disabled]
WARNING: Enabling ASPM may cause some
PCI-E device to fail
Allows you to enable or
disablePCI Express Device
Relaxed Ordering.
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PCI Express Link Register Settings
ASPM Support [Disabled]
Allows you to set the ASPM level. Conguration options: [Disabled] [Auto] [Force
L0s]
[Force L0s] Force all links to L0s state.
[Auto] BIOS auto congure.
[Disabled] Disabled ASPM.
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PCIESlotOptionRomConguration
Aptio Setup Utility - Copyright (C) 2011 American Megatrends, Inc.
Advanced
Legacy OpROM Support
Launch Storage 0pROM [Enabled]
PCIE1 Option Rom [Enabled]
PCIE2 Option Rom [Enabled]
PCIE3 Option Rom [Enabled]
PIKE Option Rom [Enabled]
Version 2.15.1219. Copyright (C) 2011 American Megatrends, Inc.
Allows you to enable
or disable boot option
for legacy mass storage
device with option ROM.
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Enter: Select Item
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Launch Storage OpROM [Enabled]
Allows you to enable or disable boot option for legacy mass storage device with
option ROM.
Conguration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]
PCIE1 Option Rom [Enabled]
Conguration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]
PCIE2 Option Rom [Enabled]
Conguration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]
PCIE3 Option Rom [Enabled]
Conguration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]
PIKE Option Rom [Enabled]
Conguration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]
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