Asus TS100-E8-PI4 User Manual

TS100-E8-PI4

Pedestal Server

User Guide

E7960

First Edition
April 2013

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Contents

Contents ...................................................................................................................... iii

Notices ......................................................................................................................

Safety information .................................................................................................... viii

Australia statement notice ...............................................................................ix

About this guide .......................................................................................................... x

Chapter 1: Product introduction

1.1 System package contents ......................................................................... 1-2

1.2 Serial number label ....................................................................................

1.3 Systemspecications ...............................................................................

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 Rear panel LEDs .........................................................................

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Chapter 2: Hardware setup

2.1 Chassis cover ............................................................................................. 2-2

2.1.1 Removing the side cover

2.1.2 Reinstalling the side cover ..........................................................

2.2 Central Processing Unit (CPU) .................................................................

2.2.1 Installing the CPU .......................................................................

2.2.2 Installing the CPU heatsink and fan ............................................

2.2.3 Uninstalling the CPU heatsink and fan

2.3 System memory .........................................................................................

2.3.1 Overview .....................................................................................

2.3.2 Memory Configurations ...............................................................

2.3.3 Installing a DIMM ......................................................................

2.3.4 Removing a DIMM ....................................................................

2.4 Front panel cover .....................................................................................

2.4.1 Removing the front panel cover ................................................

2.4.2 Reinstalling the front panel cover ..............................................

2.5 5.25-inch drives ........................................................................................

2.6 Hard disk drives .......................................................................................

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2.7 Expansion cards ......................................................................................2-15

2.7.1 Installing an expansion card

2.7.2 Configuring an expansion card .................................................

2.8 System fan ................................................................................................

2.9 Cable connections ...................................................................................

Chapter 3: Motherboard Info

3.1 Motherboard layout....................................................................................3-2

3.2 Jumpers ......................................................................................................3-4

3.3 Internal connectors ....................................................................................

4.1 Managing and updating your BIOS ..........................................................

4.1.1 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility

4.1.2 ASUS EzFlash Utility

4.1.3 BUPDATER utility ........................................................................

4.2 BIOS setup program ..................................................................................

4.2.1 BIOS menu screen ......................................................................

4.2.2 Menu bar .....................................................................................

4.2.3 Menu items

4.2.4 Submenu items ...........................................................................

4.2.5 Navigation keys ...........................................................................

4.2.6 General help

4.2.7 Configuration fields .....................................................................

4.2.8 Pop-up window

4.2.9 Scroll bar .....................................................................................

4.3 Main menu ................................................................................................

4.3.1 System Date

4.3.2 System Time .............................................................................

4.4 Advanced menu .......................................................................................

4.4.1 CPU Configuration ....................................................................

4.4.2 PCH-IO Configuration ...............................................................

4.4.3 SATA Configuration ...................................................................

4.4.4 System Agent (SA) Configuration .............................................

4.4.5 PCI Subsystem Settings ...........................................................

4.4.6 USB Configuration ....................................................................

4.4.7 TPM

4.4.8 ACPI Settings ............................................................................

4.4.9 WHEA Support ..........................................................................

4.4.10 NCT6779D Super IO Configuration ..........................................

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4.4.11 Intel Server Platform Services ................................................... 4-24

4.4.12 Onboard LAN Configuration ......................................................

4.4.13 MIO Card Configuration ............................................................

4.4.14 Serial Port Console Redirection ................................................

4.4.15 Runtime Error Logging Support ................................................

4.4.16 APM ..........................................................................................

4.4.17 Network Stack ...........................................................................

4.4.18 Intel RC Drivers Version Detail

4.5 Event Logs menu .....................................................................................

4.6 Boot menu ................................................................................................

4.7 Monitor menu ...........................................................................................

4.8 Security .....................................................................................................

4.9 Tool menu .................................................................................................

4.10 Exit menu ..................................................................................................

Chapter5: RAIDconguration

5.1 Setting up RAID .......................................................................................... 5-2

5.1.1 RAID definitions ..........................................................................

5.1.2 Installing hard disk drives ............................................................

5.1.3 Setting the RAID mode in BIOS ..................................................

5.1.4 RAID configuration utilities ..........................................................

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5.2 Intel

5.3 Intel

Rapid Storage Technology enterprise SATA Option ROM Utility 5-4

5.2.1 Creating a RAID set ....................................................................

5.2.2 Deleting a RAID set

..................................................................... 5-7

5.2.3 Resetting disks to Non-RAID ......................................................

5.2.4 Exiting the Intel

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Rapid Storage Technology enterprise

SATA Option ROM utility .............................................................

5.2.5 Rebuilding the RAID

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5.2.6 Setting the Boot array in the BIOS Setup Utility ........................

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Rapid Storage Technology enterprise (Windows) ......................5-12

5.3.1 Creating a RAID set ..................................................................

5.3.2 Changing a Volume Type ..........................................................

5.3.3 Deleting a volume .....................................................................

5.3.4 Preferences ...............................................................................

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Chapter 6: Driver installation

6.1 RAID driver installation .............................................................................6-2

6.1.1 Creating a RAID driver disk

6.1.2 Installing the RAID controller driver

6.2 Management applications and utilities installation ................................

6.3 Running the Support DVD ........................................................................

6.4 Installing the LAN driver

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6.5 Installing the VGA driver .........................................................................

6.6 Installing the Intel

6.7 Installing the Intel

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C22x MEI NULL HECI driver ................................... 6-22

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I210 Gigabit Adapter driver .................................... 6-24

ASUS contact information ...................................................................................... A-1

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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

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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

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connected.

Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

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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 modifications 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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Safety information

Electrical Safety

Before installing or removing signal cables, ensure that the power cables for the system

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unit and all attached devices are unplugged.

To prevent electrical shock hazard, disconnect the power cable from the electrical outlet

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before relocating the system.

When adding or removing any additional devices to or from the system, contact a

•
qualified service technician or your dealer. Ensure that the power cables for the devices
are unplugged before the signal cables are connected. If possible, disconnect all power
cables from the existing system before you service.

If the power supply is broken, do not try to fix it by yourself. Contact a qualified service

•
technician or your dealer.

Operation Safety

Servicing of this product or units is to be performed by trained service personnel only.

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Before operating the server, carefully read all the manuals included with the server

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package.

Before using the server, make sure all cables are correctly connected and the power

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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.

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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.

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CAUTION! Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only

Lithium-Ion Battery Warning

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.

REACH

Complying with the REACH (Registration, Evaluation, Authorization, and Restriction of
Chemicals) regulatory framework, we published the chemical substances in our products at
ASUS website at http://csr.asus.com/english/REACH.htm.

ASUS Recycling/Takeback Services

ASUS recycling and takeback programs come from our commitment to the highest standards
for protecting our environment. We believe in providing solutions for you to be able to
responsibly recycle our products, batteries, other components as well as the packaging
materials. Please go to http://csr.asus.com/english/Takeback.htm for detailed recycling
information in different regions.

DO NOT throw the motherboard in municipal waste. This product has been designed to
enable proper reuse of parts and recycling. This symbol of the crossed out wheeled bin
indicates that the product (electrical and electronic equipment) should not be placed in
municipal waste. Check local regulations for disposal of electronic products.

DO NOT throw the mercury-containing button cell battery in municipal waste. This symbol
of the crossed out wheeled bin indicates that the battery should not be placed in municipal
waste.

Australia statement notice

From 1 January 2012 updated warranties apply to all ASUS products, consistent with
the Australian Consumer Law. For the latest product warranty details please visit http://
support.asus.com. Our goods come with guarantees that cannot be excluded under the
Australian Consumer Law. You are entitled to a replacement or refund for a major failure and
compensation for any other reasonably foreseeable loss or damage. You are also entitled
to have the goods repaired or replaced if the goods fail to be of acceptable quality and the
failure does not amount to a major failure.

If you require assistance please call ASUS Customer Service 1300 2787 88 or visit us at
http://support.asus.com

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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 configuring a server.

Contents

This guide contains the following parts:

1. Chapter 1: Product Introduction

This chapter describes the general features of the server, including sections on front
panel and rear panel specifications.

2. Chapter 2: Hardware setup

This chapter lists the hardware setup procedures that you have to perform when
installing or removing system components.

3. Chapter 3: Motherboard information

This chapter includes the motherboard layout and brief descriptions of the jumpers and
internal connectors.

4. Chapter 4: BIOS information

This chapter tells how to change system settings through the BIOS Setup menus and
describes the BIOS parameters.

5. Chapter5:RAIDconguration

This chapter provides instructions for setting up, creating and configuring RAID sets
using the available utilities.

6 Chapter 6: Driver installation

This chapter provides instructions for installing the necessary drivers for different
system components.

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Conventions used in this guide

To ensure that you perform certain tasks properly, take note of the following symbols used
throughout this manual.

DANGER/WARNING: Information to prevent injury to yourself when trying to
complete a task.

CAUTION: Information to prevent damage to the components when trying to
complete a task

IMPORTANT: Instructions that you MUST follow to complete a task. .

NOTE: Tips and additional information to help you complete a task.

Typography

Bold text

Italics

<Key> Keys enclosed in the less-than and greater-than sign means

<Key1> + <Key2> + <Key3> If you must press two or more keys simultaneously, the key

Command

Indicates a menu or an item to select.
Used to emphasize a word or a phrase.

that you must press the enclosed key.

Example: <Enter> means that you must press the Enter or
Return key.

names are linked with a plus sign (+).

Example: <Ctrl> + <Alt> + <Del>
Means that you must type the command exactly as shown,
then supply the required item or value enclosed in brackets.

Example: At DOS prompt, type the command line:

format A:/S

References

Refer to the following sources for additional information, and for product and software
updates.

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 server, including sections on front panel
and rear panel specifications.

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Product introduction

1.1 System package contents

Check your system package for the following items.

Model Name TS100-E8-PI4

Chassis ASUS T11 Pedestal Chassis

Motherboard ASUS P9D-X/MR Server Board

Component 1 x 300W Single Power Supply

Accessories 1 x TS100-E8-PI4 User’s Guide

Optional Items CPU Heatsink

1 x 120mm x 25mm System Fan
4 x SATA Cables
8 x HDD plastic rails (2 pcs per HDD)
1 x Front I/O Board (FPB-R9)

1 x TS100-E8-PI4 Support CD
1 x Bag of Screws
1 x AC Power Cable

Anti-virus Software CD

If any of the above items is damaged or missing, contact your retailer.

1.2 Serial number label

Before requesting support from the ASUS Technical Support team, you must take note of
the product’s serial number containing 14 characters such as xxS0xxxxxxxxxx shown as the
figure below. With the correct serial number of the product, ASUS Technical Support team
members can then offer a quicker and satisfying solution to your problems.

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TS100-E8-PI4

xxS0xxxxxxxxxx

Chapter 1: Product introduction

1.3 Systemspecications

The ASUS TS100-E8-PI4 is a pedestal barebone server system featuring the ASUS P9D-X/
MR server board. The server supports Intel® LGA1150 Xeon® E3-1200 v3 processors with the
latest technologies through the chipsets onboard.

Model Name TS100-E8-PI4

1 x socket LGA1150

Processor / System Bus

Core Logic

Total Slots

Memory

Capacity

Memory Type

Memory Size

Total PCI/PCI-X/
PCI-E Slots

Expansion Slots

Slot Type

Storage

I = internal

HDD Bays

Networking
Graphic

A or S = hot­swappable

LAN

VGA

Auxiliary Storage FDD / CD / DVD

Onboard I/O

Intel® Xeon® Processor E3-1200 v3 Product
Family

Intel® C222 PCH
4 UDIMM (2 Channels)
Maximum up to 32GB (UDIMM)
DDR3 1333/1600 ECC UDIMM
2GB, 4GB, 8GB

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1 x PCI-E x16 (Gen3 x16 link)
1 x PCI-E x8 (Gen2 x4 link)
3 x PCI 32 bit/33 MHz
1 x MIO slot

Intel® C222:

- 4 x SATA 3Gbps ports

- 2 x SATA 6Gbps ports

- Intel® Rapid Storage Technology Enterprise
(RSTe) supports software RAID 0, 1, 10, & 5
(Windows)

4 x Internal 3.5-inch HDD Bays

2 x Intel® I210AT controller
Aspeed AST1300 64MB
3 x 5.25-inch media bays

(Options: No ODD / DVD-RW)
(DVD-RW default for North America)

1 x External Serial Port
2 x RJ-45 ports
2 x USB 3.0 ports (Rear x 2)
4 x USB 2.0 ports (Front x 2, Rear x 2)
1 x VGA port
1 x PS/2 keyboard/mouse port

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Windows® Server 2012 64-bit
Windows® Server 2008 Enterprise SP2 64-bit

OS Support

Windows® Server 2008 R2 Enterprise SP1 64-bit
RedHat® Enterprise Linux AS 5.8/6.2/6.3 64-bit
CentOS 5.6/6.2/6.3 64-bit
Ubuntu 12.04 64-bit

Anti-virus Software
Management

Solution

Software

Dimension (HH x WW x DD)
Net Weight Kg (CPU, DRAM &

HDD not inclu ded)
Power Supply
Power Rating

Optional Anti-Virus CD Pack

ASUS ASWM Enterprise

436.8 mm x 200 mm x 478.8 mm

15 Kg

300W Bronze 80PLUS Single Power Supply
100–127 / 220-240 Vac, 6/3A, 60–50Hz, Class I
Operation temperature: 10°C–40°C / Non operation

Environment

temperature: -40°C–70°C
Non operation humidity: 20%–90%
( Non-condensing)

*Specicationsaresubjecttochangewithoutnotice.

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Chapter 1: Product introduction

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.

The drive bays, power and reset buttons, LED indicators, CD/DVD-ROM drive, and USB 2.0
ports are located on the front panel. For future installation of 5.25-inch devices, two drive
bays are available.

Optical drive

Empty 5.25-inch
bays

HDD access LED

Power button

Reset button

Power LED

USB 2.0 ports

Refer to section 1.7.1 Front panel LEDs for the LED descriptions.

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1.5 Rear panel features

The rear panel includes a slot for the motherboard rear I/O ports, expansion slots, a chassis
lock, a vent for the system fan, and power supply module.

300W Bronze

Power connector

PS/2 keyboard /

mouse port

USB 2.0 ports

USB 3.0 ports

Single power supply

Serial port

VGA port

Gigabit LAN port 1

Gigabit LAN port 2

120mm x 25mm
system fan

Expansion slots

Chassis lock

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1.6 Internal features

The barebone server includes the basic components as shown.

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1. Power supply unit

2. 120mm x 25mm system fan

3. ASUS P9D-X/MR Server Board

4. Expansion card locks

5. Optical drive

6. 2 x 5.25-inch drive bays

7. Front I/O board (hidden)

8. Internal HDD bays

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Turn off the system power and detach the power supply before removing or replacing any
system component.

The barebone server does not include a floppy disk drive and an optical disc drive. Connect
a USB floppy disk drive or a USB ODD to any of the USB ports on the front or rear panel if
you need to use a floppy disk or a optical disc.

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HAZARDOUS MOVING PARTS

*WARNING

KEEP FINGERS AND OTHER BODY PARTS AWAY

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1.7 LED information

1.7.1 Front panel LEDs

HDD Access LED

Power LED

LED Icon Display status Description

Power LED

HDD Access LED

ON System power ON

OFF

Blinking

No activity
Read/write data into the HDD

1.7.2 Rear panel LEDs

ACT/LINK LED

SPEED LED

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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Chapter 1: Product introduction

Chapter 2

This chapter lists the hardware setup
procedures that you have to perform when
installing or removing system components.

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Hardware setup

2.1 Chassis cover

2.1.1 Removing the side cover

• Ensure that you unplug the power cord before removing the side cover.

• Take extra care when removing the side cover. Keep your fingers from components
inside the chassis that can cause injury, such as the CPU fan, rear fan, and other
sharp-edged parts.

• The images of the barebone server shown in this section are for reference purposes
only and may not exactly match the model you purchase.

To remove the side cover:

1. Remove the two screws that secure the
side cover.

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2. Slide the side cover for about half
an inch toward the rear until it is
disengaged from the chassis.

3. Carefully lift the side cover and set it
aside.

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2.1.2 Reinstalling the side cover

To reinstall the side cover:

1. Match and insert the lower sliding edge
of the side cover to the corresponding
chassis edge.

2. Position the side cover to the chassis.

3. Slide the side cover toward the front
panel until it snaps in place.

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4. Drive in the two screws you removed
earlier to secure the side cover.

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2.2 Central Processing Unit (CPU)

The motherboard comes with a surface mount LGA1150 socket designed for the

Intel® Xeon® E3-1200 v3 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
LGA1150 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 the CPU:

1. Locate the CPU socket on the motherboard.

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Before installing the CPU, ensure that the socket box is facing toward you and the load
lever is on your right.

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2. Press the load lever with your thumb
(A), then move it to the right (B) until it is
released from the retention tab.

Do not remove the PnP cap yet from
the CPU socket. Doing so may bend
the pins of the socket.

3. Lift the load lever until the load plate is
completely lifted.

4. Position the CPU above the socket,
ensuring that the gold triangle mark is
on the bottom-left corner of the socket,
then fit the CPU notches to the socket's
alignment keys.

Load lever

Retention tab

Load plate

CPU notches

The CPU fits in only one orientation.
DO NOT force the CPU into the
socket to prevent bending the pins on
the socket and damaging the CPU.

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Gold

triangle

mark

Alignment

key

Alignment
key

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5. Close the load plate (A), ensuring that
the front edge of the load plate slides
under the retention lock (B) then push

Load lever

down the load lever (C).

Retention
lock

6. Insert the load lever under the retention tab to remove the PnP cap from the CPU
socket.

Load lever

Retention tab

7. Apply some Thermal Interface Material
to the exposed area of the CPU that the
heatsink will be in contact with, ensuring
that it is evenly spread in a thin layer.

Some heatsinks come with pre­applied Thermal Interface Material. 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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Chapter 2: Hardware setup

2.2.2 Installing the CPU heatsink and fan

The Intel® LGA1150 processor requires a specially designed heatsink and fan assembly to
ensure optimum thermal condition and performance.

• When you buy a boxed Intel® processor, the package includes the CPU fan and
heatsink assembly. If you buy a CPU separately, ensure that you use only Intel

®

-certified multi-directional heatsink and fan.

• Your Intel

• Use an LGA1150-compatible CPU heatsink and fan assembly only. The LGA1150

If you purchased a separate CPU heatsink and fan assembly, ensure that the Thermal
Interface Material is properly applied to the CPU heatsink or CPU before you install the
heatsink and fan assembly.

Ensure that you have installed the motherboard to the chassis before you install the CPU
fan and heatsink assembly.

To install the CPU heatsink and fan:

1. Place the heatsink on top of the installed
CPU, making sure that the four fasteners
match the holes on the motherboard.

2. Push down two fasteners at a time in
a diagonal sequence to secure the
heatsink and fan assembly in place.

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LGA1150 heatsink and fan assembly comes in a push-pin design and

requires no tool to install.

socket is incompatible with the LGA775 and LGA1366 sockets in size and dimension.

A

B

B

A

A

B

Orient the heatsink and fan assembly such that the CPU fan cable is closest to the CPU fan
connector.

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3. Connect the CPU fan cable to the connector on the motherboard labeled CPU_FAN1.

DO NOT forget to connect the CPU fan connector! Hardware monitoring errors can occur if
you fail to plug this connector.

2.2.3 Uninstalling the CPU heatsink and fan

To uninstall the CPU heatsink and fan:

1. Disconnect the CPU fan cable from the
connector on the motherboard.

2. Rotate each fastener counterclockwise.

3. Pull up two fasteners at a time in a
diagonal sequence to disengage the
heatsink and fan assembly from the
motherboard.

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4. Carefully remove the heatsink and fan assembly from the motherboard.

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2.3 System memory

2.3.1 Overview

The motherboard comes with four Double Data Rate 3 (DDR3) Dual Inline Memory Modules
(DIMM) sockets.

A DDR3 module has the same physical dimensions as a DDR2 DIMM but is notched
differently to prevent installation on a DDR2 DIMM socket. DDR3 modules are developed for
better performance with less power consumption.

The figure illustrates the location of the DDR3 DIMM sockets:

2.3.2 MemoryCongurations

You may install 2 GB, 4 GB, 8GB Unbuffered with ECC DDR3 DIMMs into the DIMM sockets
using the memory configurations in this section.

DIMM Slot Per

Channel

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DIMM Populated

per Channel

2 1 Unbuffered DDR3 ECC 1333/1600

2 2 Unbuffered DDR3 ECC 1333/1600

• Always install DIMMs with the same CAS latency. For optimum compatibility, it is
recommended that you obtain memory modules from the same vendor.

• Install the DDR to the A2 or B2 (blue slot) when installing only one memory module to
the motherboard.

UDIMM

DIMM Type Speed Rank per DIMM

Single Rank,
Dual Rank

Single Rank,
Dual Rank

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2.3.3 Installing a DIMM on a single clip DIMM socket

1. Unlock a DIMM socket by pressing 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 fits in only one direction. DO NOT force a DIMM into
a socket in the wrong direction to avoid damaging the DIMM.

3. Hold the DIMM by both of its ends
then insert the DIMM vertically into the
socket. Apply force to both ends of the
DIMM simultaneously until the retaining
clip snaps back into place and the
DIMM cannot be pushed in any further
to ensure proper sitting of the DIMM.

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 qualified vendor lists of the memory modules.

DIMM notch

DIMM slot key

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Unlocked retaining clip

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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 fingers when pressing the retaining clips. The DIMM
might get damaged when it flips out with extra force.

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