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- Asus ESC4000 DHD G4 | User Manual - Page 1
ESC4000 DHD G4 1U Rackmount Server User Guide - Asus ESC4000 DHD G4 | User Manual - Page 2
, and should not be construed as a commitment by ASUS. ASUS assumes no responsibility or liability for any errors or inaccuracies that may appear in this manual, including the products and software described in it. Product warranty or service will not be extended if: (1) the product is repaired - Asus ESC4000 DHD G4 | User Manual - Page 3
Contents Safety information...vii About this guide...viii Chapter 1: Product Introduction 1.1 System package contents 1-2 1.2 Serial number label 1-3 1.3 System specifications 1-4 1.4 Front panel features 1-7 1.5 Rear panel features 1-7 1.6 Internal features 1-8 1.7 LED information 1-9 1.7.1 - Asus ESC4000 DHD G4 | User Manual - Page 4
Onboard LEDs 4-10 4.4 Internal connectors 4-12 Chapter 5: BIOS Setup 5.1 Managing and updating your BIOS 5-2 5.1.1 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility 5-2 5.1.2 ASUS EZ Flash Utility 5-3 5.1.3 BUPDATER utility 5-4 5.2 BIOS setup program 5-6 5.2.1 BIOS menu screen 5-7 5.2.2 Menu bar 5-7 5.2.3 Menu - Asus ESC4000 DHD G4 | User Manual - Page 5
menu 5-24 5.6.1 PCH Configuration 5-25 5.6.2 Miscellaneous Configuration 5-27 5.6.3 Server ME Configuration 5-27 5.6.4 Runtime Error Logging Support 5-28 5.7 Socket Configuration menu 5-28 5.7.1 Processor Configuration 5-29 5.7.2 Common RefCode Configuration 5-30 5.7.3 UPI Configuration - Asus ESC4000 DHD G4 | User Manual - Page 6
6-17 Chapter 7: Driver Installation 7.1 RAID driver installation 7-2 7.1.1 Creating a USB flash drive with RAID driver 7-2 7.1.2 Installing the RAID controller driver 7-2 7.2 Running the Support DVD 7-5 Appendix Z11PG-D16-HD block diagram A-2 Notices ...A-3 ASUS contact information A-5 vi - Asus ESC4000 DHD G4 | User Manual - Page 7
broken, do not try to fix it by yourself. Contact a qualified service technician or your dealer. Operation Safety • Any mechanical operation on this server engineers. • Before operating the server, carefully read all the manuals included with the server package. • Before using the server, ensure - Asus ESC4000 DHD G4 | User Manual - Page 8
users with at least basic knowledge of configuring a server. Contents This guide contains the following parts: 1. Chapter 1: Product Introduction This chapter 7: Driver Installation This chapter provides instructions for installing the necessary drivers for different system components. viii - Asus ESC4000 DHD G4 | User Manual - Page 9
, and for product and software updates. 1. ASUS Control Center (ACC) 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 ESC4000 DHD G4 | User Manual - Page 10
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Chapter 1: Product Introduction Product Introduction This chapter describes the general features of the chassis kit. It includes sections on front panel and rear panel specifications. 1 - Asus ESC4000 DHD G4 | User Manual - Page 12
Check your system package for the following items. ESC4000 DHD G4 Chassis ASUS 1U Rackmount Chassis Motherboard ASUS Z11PG-D16-HD Series Server Board Accessory box 1 x MB Support DVD 1 x External FAN with cage set 4 x SATA cables 1 x GPU kit • ASUS System Web-based Management If any of the - Asus ESC4000 DHD G4 | User Manual - Page 13
such as xxS0xxxxxxxx. See 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. ESC4000 DHD G4 xxS0xxxxxxxx The serial number is printed on the Asset tag. ASUS ESC4000 DHD G4 1-3 - Asus ESC4000 DHD G4 | User Manual - Page 14
1.3 System specifications The ASUS ESC4000 DHD G4 server features the ASUS Z11PG-D16-HD Series server board that supports Intel® LGA 3647 Xeon® processor from the Skylake F and Skylake-SP product family. Model Name ESC4000 DHD G4 2 x Socket P (LGA 3647) Processor 1st and 2nd Gen Intel® Xeon® - Asus ESC4000 DHD G4 | User Manual - Page 15
ESC4000 DHD G4 Intel® Lewisburg PCH - 4 x S ATA3 6Gb/s ports or 4 x NVMe drives + 4 x M.2 connector PCI-E Gen3 x4 link Intel® RSTe (Supports software RAID 0, 1, 10 & 5) Intel® VROC (Supports x Message LED 1 x Storage Device LED 1 x Location LED (continued on the next page) ASUS ESC4000 DHD G4 1-5 - Asus ESC4000 DHD G4 | User Manual - Page 16
CPU, DRAM & Storage device not included) Gross Weight Kg (CPU, DRAM & Storage device not included, Packing include) Power Supply / Power Rating Environment ESC4000 DHD G4 Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) ACC On-Board ASMB9-iKVM for KVM-over-IP BSMI, CE, FCC (Class A) 998m m x 439.5 mm x 43.6 mm - Asus ESC4000 DHD G4 | User Manual - Page 17
section for the LED descriptions. • The rear I/O ports do not appear on the rear panel if motherboard is not present. • The DM_LAN1 port is for ASUS ASMB9-iKVM controller only. ASUS ESC4000 DHD G4 1-7 - Asus ESC4000 DHD G4 | User Manual - Page 18
1.6 Internal features The barebone server includes the basic components as shown. 1. Redundant power supply and power fan 2. ASUS Z11PG-D16-HD server board 3. System fans 4. Storage device trays 5. PCI-E x16 slots (Gen3 x16 Link) 6. Low-profile PCI-E x16 slots with riser card (Gen3 - Asus ESC4000 DHD G4 | User Manual - Page 19
Message LED Icon Display status OFF Blinking OFF ON Description No activity Data activity System is normal; no incoming event A hardware monitor event is indicated ASUS ESC4000 DHD G4 1-9 - Asus ESC4000 DHD G4 | User Manual - Page 20
1.7.3 LAN (RJ-45) LEDs ACT/LINK LED SPEED LED ACT/LINK LED SPEED LED LAN1/LAN2 LEDs ACT/LINK LED Status Description OFF No link GREEN Linked BLINKING Data activity SPEED LED Status Description OFF 10 Mbps connection ORANGE 100 Mbps connection GREEN 1 Gbps connection Dedicated - Asus ESC4000 DHD G4 | User Manual - Page 21
/ RED Blinking RAID rebuilding GREEN/ RED Blinking Locate GREEN/ RED OFF Storage device not found GREEN Blinking Read/write data from/into the storage device ASUS ESC4000 DHD G4 1-11 - Asus ESC4000 DHD G4 | User Manual - Page 22
80 status LEDs The Q-Code LED provides a 2-digit display that shows the status of your system. Refer to the Q-Code table of this user guide for more information about the 2-digit codes. Q-Code table Action PHASE SEC Start up Security Phase PEI(Pre-EFI Initialization) phase MRC Progress phase - Asus ESC4000 DHD G4 | User Manual - Page 23
BIOS Setup Utility password verify BIOS Setup Utility start BIOS Setup Utility input wait Ready to boot event Legacy boot event APIC mode PIC mode ASUS ESC4000 DHD G4 1-13 - Asus ESC4000 DHD G4 | User Manual - Page 24
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Chapter 2: Hardware Setup Hardware Setup This chapter lists the hardware setup procedures that you have to perform when installing or removing system components. 2 - Asus ESC4000 DHD G4 | User Manual - Page 26
2.1 Chassis cover There are two parts of the chassis cover you may remove. The diagrams in this section are for reference only. The system layout may vary with models, but the installation steps are the same for all models. To remove the rear chassis cover: 1. Release the two (2) thumbscrews on the - Asus ESC4000 DHD G4 | User Manual - Page 27
. A protection film is pre-attached to the system cover before shipping. Please remove the protection film before turning on the system for proper heat dissipation. ASUS ESC4000 DHD G4 2-3 - Asus ESC4000 DHD G4 | User Manual - Page 28
2.1.1 Air duct The diagrams in this section are for reference only. The system layout may vary with models, but the installation steps are the same for all models. To remove the air duct, lift the air duct by the indicated area (blue dot) to remove it from the chassis. To reinstall the air duct, - Asus ESC4000 DHD G4 | User Manual - Page 29
. 2. Remove the air duct. For more information, see the section Air Duct. 3. Remove the PnP caps from the CPU sockets. Keep the PnP cap. ASUS will process Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) requests only if the motherboard comes with the PnP cap on the LGA 3647 socket. ASUS ESC4000 DHD G4 2-5 - Asus ESC4000 DHD G4 | User Manual - Page 30
4. Align the triangle mark on the CPU with the triangle mark on the CPU Carrier (A), install the CPU into the CPU Carrier until it clicks firmly into place (B), and then install the CPU and CPU Carrier into the heatsink until it clicks firmly in place (C). Ensure that the triangle mark on the CPU - Asus ESC4000 DHD G4 | User Manual - Page 31
256GB, and 512GB DCPMMs into the DIMM sockets using the memory configurations in this section. • Refer to ASUS Server AVL for the updated list of compatible DIMMs. • When installing only one DIMM in a single recommended that you obtain memory modules from the same vendor. ASUS ESC4000 DHD G4 2-7 - Asus ESC4000 DHD G4 | User Manual - Page 32
Recommended memory configuration for 1 CPU Configuration 1 CPU Configuration A2 A1 B1 C1 D2 D1 E1 F1 1 DIMM • 2 DIMMs • • 6 DIMMs • • • • • • 8 DIMMs • • • • • • • • Recommended memory configuration for 2 CPU Configuration 2 CPU Configuration A2 A1 B1 C1 D2 D1 - Asus ESC4000 DHD G4 | User Manual - Page 33
- MEMORY MODE AD+MM - MIXED MODE DRAM1 - RDIMM, RDIMM 3DS, LRDIMM, LRDIMM 3DS DRAM2 - RDIMM only DRAM3 - RDIMM, RDIMM 3DS, LRDIMM DCPMM - DC PERSISTENT MEMORY ASUS ESC4000 DHD G4 2-9 - Asus ESC4000 DHD G4 | User Manual - Page 34
2 CPU Configuration (symmetric population) 2 CPU Configuration (symmetric population) Modes DIMM_C1 DIMM_B1 DIMM_A2 DIMM_A1 AD DRAM 1 DRAM 1 DCPMM DRAM 1 MM DRAM 2 DRAM 2 DCPMM DRAM 2 AD+MM DRAM 3 DRAM 3 DCPMM DRAM 3 AD DCPMM DRAM 1 DRAM1 MM DCPMM DRAM 1 DRAM1 AD+MM DCPMM DRAM 3 DRAM3 - Asus ESC4000 DHD G4 | User Manual - Page 35
DIMM) Modes DIMM_M1 DIMM_L1 DIMM_K2 DIMM_K1 AD DRAM 1 DRAM 1 DRAM 1 AD - APP DIRECT MODE DRAM1 - RDIMM, RDIMM 3DS, LRDIMM, LRDIMM 3DS DCPMM - DC PERSISTENT MEMORY ASUS ESC4000 DHD G4 2-11 - Asus ESC4000 DHD G4 | User Manual - Page 36
2 CPU Configuration with 2 DCPMM DIMMs (asymmetric population) 2 CPU Configuration (asymmetric population) Modes DIMM_C1 DIMM_B1 DIMM_A2 DIMM_A1 AD DRAM 1 DRAM 1 DCPMM DRAM 1 2 CPU Configuration (asymmetric population) Modes DIMM_F1 DIMM_E1 DIMM_D2 DIMM_D1 AD DRAM 1 DRAM 1 DRAM 1 2 CPU - Asus ESC4000 DHD G4 | User Manual - Page 37
or more DIMMs, refer to the user guide bundled in the motherboard package. • Refer to www.asus.com for vendor lists of the memory modules Support the DIMM lightly with your fingers when pressing the retaining clips. The DIMM might get damaged when it flips out with extra force. ASUS ESC4000 DHD G4 - Asus ESC4000 DHD G4 | User Manual - Page 38
2.4 Storage devices The ESC4000 DHD G4 series supports 2.5-inch storage devices. The storage device installed in the storage device bay connects to the motherboard via the backplane. Storage bay 1 Storage bay 3 Storage bay 4 - Asus ESC4000 DHD G4 | User Manual - Page 39
drawer open. DO NOT open the storage device drawer beyond 45 degrees. The storage device drawer is designed to open up to 45 degrees only. ASUS ESC4000 DHD G4 2-15 - Asus ESC4000 DHD G4 | User Manual - Page 40
3. Press the spring lock. 4. Pull the tray lever outwards to remove the storage device tray. 5. Prepare the storage device and the bundled set of screws. 6. Place the storage device into the tray (A) then secure it with four screws (B). 2-16 Chapter 2: Hardware Setup - Asus ESC4000 DHD G4 | User Manual - Page 41
correctly placed when its front edge aligns with the bay edge. 8. Swing the storage device drawer close. 9. Secure the storage bay release thumbscrew to complete. ASUS ESC4000 DHD G4 2-17 - Asus ESC4000 DHD G4 | User Manual - Page 42
2.5 Expansion slots Ensure to unplug the power cord before adding or removing expansion cards. Failure to do so may cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components. Riser card 1 Riser card 5 Riser card 2 Riser card 3 Riser card 4 2-18 Chapter 2: Hardware Setup - Asus ESC4000 DHD G4 | User Manual - Page 43
motherboard (B). 2. Release the thumbscrew on the PCI-E card secure tab (A), then lift open the PCI-E card secure tab (B). 3. Remove the screw from the metal bracket. ASUS ESC4000 DHD G4 2-19 - Asus ESC4000 DHD G4 | User Manual - Page 44
4. Remove the metal bracket from the riser card. 5. (for Quadro and Tesla GPU cards only) Hook the spacer plate onto the riser card (A), then slide it to the left to secure it in place (B). 6. Prepare the expansion card. Before installing an expansion card, read the documentation that came with it - Asus ESC4000 DHD G4 | User Manual - Page 45
tab (A), then secure the thumbscrew on the PCI-E card secure tab. 9. Secure the thumbscrew to the expansion card (A), then secure a screw to the expansion card (B). ASUS ESC4000 DHD G4 2-21 - Asus ESC4000 DHD G4 | User Manual - Page 46
10. (for ASUS GPU cards only) Connect a compatible power connector board into the ASUS GPU card. 8 pin and 8 pin power connector board 6 pin and 8 pin power connector board 11. Connect the power cable into the power connector. ASUS GPU cards Quadro and Tesla GPU cards 2-22 Chapter 2: Hardware - Asus ESC4000 DHD G4 | User Manual - Page 47
the chassis until it pops off (B). Due to the design of ASUS GPU cards, the metal cover on bottom the chassis must be removed to allow the ASUS GPU card to fit properly inside the server system. 13. card. The expansion card fits in one orientation only. Alignment standoff ASUS ESC4000 DHD G4 2-23 - Asus ESC4000 DHD G4 | User Manual - Page 48
14. Connect the other end of the power cable to the VGAPWR4 connector on the motherboard to complete. 2-24 Chapter 2: Hardware Setup - Asus ESC4000 DHD G4 | User Manual - Page 49
the chassis. 2. Firmly hold the riser card by the indicated areas (A), then pull it up to detach it from the PCI-E slot on the motherboard (B). ASUS ESC4000 DHD G4 2-25 - Asus ESC4000 DHD G4 | User Manual - Page 50
3. Remove the screws from the riser GPU bracket (A), then remove the riser GPU bracket (B). 4. (for Quadro and Tesla GPU cards only) Hook the spacer plate onto the riser card. 5. Prepare the expansion card. Before installing an expansion card, read the documentation that came with it and ensure to - Asus ESC4000 DHD G4 | User Manual - Page 51
actual number of screws may differ depending on the GPU card. ASUS GPU cards Quadro and Tesla GPU cards 7. Align the riser GPU bracket to the GPU card (A), then secure the riser GPU bracket to the GPU card with two screws (B). ASUS GPU cards ASUS ESC4000 DHD G4 Quadro and Tesla GPU cards 2-27 - Asus ESC4000 DHD G4 | User Manual - Page 52
8. Align and insert the golden finger connectors of the expansion card to the PCI-E slot connector on the riser card (A), then secure the riser GPU bracket to the riser card with two screws (B). 9. Secure the thumbscrew to the expansion card (A), then secure a screw to the expansion card (B). 2-28 - Asus ESC4000 DHD G4 | User Manual - Page 53
10. (for ASUS GPU cards only) Connect a compatible power connector board into the ASUS GPU card. 8 pin and 8 pin power connector board 6 pin and 8 pin power connector board 11. Connect the power cable into the power connector. ASUS GPU cards Quadro and Tesla GPU cards ASUS ESC4000 DHD G4 2-29 - Asus ESC4000 DHD G4 | User Manual - Page 54
12. Pass the power cable through the riser card as shown below. 13. Firmly hold the riser card by the indicated areas (A), then align and insert the riser card and expansion card assembly into the PCI-E slot on the motherboard (B). Ensure that the alignment three standoffs are aligned correctly with - Asus ESC4000 DHD G4 | User Manual - Page 55
14. Secure the two (2) thumbscrews that secure the riser card to the chassis. 15. Connect the other end of the power cable to the VGAPWR1 connector on the motherboard. Connect the GPU on riser card 2 to VGAPWR3, and connect the GPU on riser card 3 to VGAPWR2. ASUS ESC4000 DHD G4 2-31 - Asus ESC4000 DHD G4 | User Manual - Page 56
16. Gently press down the power cable in the indicated area so that the power cable does not extend higher than the riser card. Leaving the power cable extending higher than the riser card will prevent the chassis cover from closing properly and may damage the power cable. 17. Repeat steps 1 to 16 - Asus ESC4000 DHD G4 | User Manual - Page 57
to the chassis to prevent static electricity from damaging the expansion card. Gasket 3. Remove the screw from the metal bracket (A), then remove the metal bracket (B). ASUS ESC4000 DHD G4 2-33 - Asus ESC4000 DHD G4 | User Manual - Page 58
4. Prepare the expansion card. Before installing an expansion card, read the documentation that came with it and ensure to make the necessary hardware settings. 5. Align and insert the golden finger connectors of the expansion card to the PCI-E slot connector on the riser card (A), then secure the - Asus ESC4000 DHD G4 | User Manual - Page 59
, the stand screw might be removed together with it. • Ensure that the M.2 card is positioned between the screw and the stand screw before securing it. ASUS ESC4000 DHD G4 2-35 - Asus ESC4000 DHD G4 | User Manual - Page 60
2.5.5 Configuring an expansion card After installing the expansion card, configure 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 Standard Interrupt - Asus ESC4000 DHD G4 | User Manual - Page 61
OCUPCIE1-4 on storage device backplane) 5. LED panel connector (connects to BP12_CON1, BP3_CON1, and BP4_CON1 on storage device backplanes) 6. System fan connectors (connects to system fans) ASUS ESC4000 DHD G4 2-37 - Asus ESC4000 DHD G4 | User Manual - Page 62
2.7 Storage device backplane cabling Connects to SATAPWR1 on motherboard and BPPWR3 on backplane Connects to OCUPCIE1 on motherboard Connects to LED_PANEL1 Connects to OCUPCIE2 on motherboard on motherboard Connects to storage device in storage device bay 1 and 2 Connects to LED_PANEL1 on - Asus ESC4000 DHD G4 | User Manual - Page 63
system fans, insert the fan into the fan cage. Ensure the fan connector is seated firmly within the cable holder and connected to the motherboard. ASUS ESC4000 DHD G4 2-39 - Asus ESC4000 DHD G4 | User Manual - Page 64
2.8.2 Redundant power supply units We recommend that you use both of your hands in performing the following steps. To replace a power supply unit (PSU): 1. Lift up the PSU lever. 2. Hold the PSU lever, press the PSU latch (A) and carefully pull the PSU out of the system chassis (B). PSU lever 3. - Asus ESC4000 DHD G4 | User Manual - Page 65
yield unstable results and potential damage to your system. • For a steady power input, use only the power cables that come with the server system package. ASUS ESC4000 DHD G4 2-41 - Asus ESC4000 DHD G4 | User Manual - Page 66
2.8.3 External fan cage (optional) When you are using high performance expansion cards in riser card 1, installing an optional external fan cage may improve the performance of your server system. To install an external fan cage: 1. Pry the external fan cage metal cover until it pops off to reveal - Asus ESC4000 DHD G4 | User Manual - Page 67
3. Align the external fan cage with the screw holes on the rear panel (A), then secure the external fan cage to the rear panel (B). 4. Connect the external fan cage cable to the CPU_FAN1 connector on the motherboard to complete. ASUS ESC4000 DHD G4 2-43 - Asus ESC4000 DHD G4 | User Manual - Page 68
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Chapter 3: Installation Options Installation Options This chapter describes how to install the optional components and devices into the barebone server. 3 - Asus ESC4000 DHD G4 | User Manual - Page 70
are required for the installation. • Package content and specifications are subject to change without notice. 3.1.1 Selecting rack rail cabinets Refer to the guide below for more information on selecting a rack rail cabinet and rack rail for your server system. Rear of Enclosure 1200 mm rack rail - Asus ESC4000 DHD G4 | User Manual - Page 71
surface. • We strongly recommend that at least two able-bodied persons perform the steps described in this guide. • We recommend the use of an appropriate lifting tool or device, if necessary. Installing the rack front rack post. Front rack post Front end of rack rail ASUS ESC4000 DHD G4 3-3 - Asus ESC4000 DHD G4 | User Manual - Page 72
3. Press the spring lock on the rear end of the rack rail and insert the studs into the selected mounting holes on the rear rack post. Rear rack post Spring lock Rear end of rack rail 4. Slide the intermediate rail out of the outer rail until it clicks to a stop. Intermediate rail Outer rail - Asus ESC4000 DHD G4 | User Manual - Page 73
rear of the server system until it locks in place. 8. Secure the inner rails on both sides of the server system using the M4X4L screws. ASUS ESC4000 DHD G4 3-5 - Asus ESC4000 DHD G4 | User Manual - Page 74
9. Align the server system and gently insert it into the rack rails. 10. (optional) Use the M5X20L screws to secure the rack rails to the rack post. Front rack post Front end of rack rail 11. Gently push the server system until it is completely installed into the rack rail. (optional) If the - Asus ESC4000 DHD G4 | User Manual - Page 75
ESC4000 DHD G4 Front View ASUS ESC4000 DHD G4 3-7 - Asus ESC4000 DHD G4 | User Manual - Page 76
3.2 Cable management arm You can install an additional cable management arm (CMA) to the rack rails to help you manage the cables from your server system. The CMA is designed with movable parts that allow you to move the server system along the rack rail without the need to remove the CMA. Pivot - Asus ESC4000 DHD G4 | User Manual - Page 77
the CMA with the connector on the inner rail. 5. Align and connect the outer receptor on the CMA with the connector on the intermediate rail. ASUS ESC4000 DHD G4 3-9 - Asus ESC4000 DHD G4 | User Manual - Page 78
6. Align and connect the pivot receptor on the CMA with the connector on the other intermediate rail. 7. Pass the cables from the server system through the hook and loop fasteners and the cable fasteners on the CMA to complete. Hook and loop fasteners Cable fasteners 3-10 Chapter 3: Installation - Asus ESC4000 DHD G4 | User Manual - Page 79
Chapter 4: Motherboard Information 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. 4 - Asus ESC4000 DHD G4 | User Manual - Page 80
4.1 Motherboard layout 4-2 Chapter 4: Motherboard Information - Asus ESC4000 DHD G4 | User Manual - Page 81
30. CPU socket 31. M.2 slot Page 4-13 4-16 4-12 4-17 4-12 4-19 4-7 4-18 4-13 4-14 4-14 4-4 4-8 4-5 4-8 4-21 4-15 4-5 4-20 4-6 4-20 4-16 4-9 4-15 4-6 4-7 4-19 2-7 4-18 2-5 4-17 ASUS ESC4000 DHD G4 4-3 - Asus ESC4000 DHD G4 | User Manual - Page 82
4.2 Jumpers 1. Clear RTC RAM jumper The Clear RTC RAM jumper allows you to clear the Real Time Clock (RTC) RAM in the CMOS, which contains the date, time, system passwords, and system setup parameters. To erase the RTC RAM: 1. Turn OFF the computer and unplug the power cord. 2. Short-circuit pin - Asus ESC4000 DHD G4 | User Manual - Page 83
onboard VGA. 3. ME Firmware Force Recovery jumper Set to pins 2-3 to force Intel® Management Engine (ME) boot from recovery mode when the ME becomes corrupted. ASUS ESC4000 DHD G4 4-5 - Asus ESC4000 DHD G4 | User Manual - Page 84
4. Baseboard Management Controller setting The Baseboard Management Controller jumper allows you to enable or disable the on-board BMC. Ensure to set this BMC jumper to Enable to avoid system fan control and hardware monitor error. 5. Smart Ride Through jumper Set to pins 1-2 to enable the Smart - Asus ESC4000 DHD G4 | User Manual - Page 85
6. DDR4 Thermal Event jumper Set to pins 1-2 to enable DDR4 DIMM thermal sensing event. 7. LED Select jumper The LED Select jumper allows you to select which source the LED will function. ASUS ESC4000 DHD G4 4-7 - Asus ESC4000 DHD G4 | User Manual - Page 86
8. PCH_MFG1 jumper The PCH_MFG1 jumper allows you to update the BIOS ME block. 9. DMLAN jumper Set to pins 2-3 to force the DMLAN IP to static mode (IP=10.10.10.10, submask=255.255.255.0). 4-8 Chapter 4: Motherboard Information - Asus ESC4000 DHD G4 | User Manual - Page 87
10. IPMI SW jumper The IPMI SW jumper allows you to select which protocol in the GPU sensor to function. ASUS ESC4000 DHD G4 4-9 - Asus ESC4000 DHD G4 | User Manual - Page 88
4.3 Onboard LEDs 1. Standby Power LED The Standby Power LED lights up to indicate that the system is ON, in sleep mode, in soft-off mode, or connected to a power source. This is a reminder that you should shut down the system and unplug the power cable before removing or plugging in any motherboard - Asus ESC4000 DHD G4 | User Manual - Page 89
3. Catastrophic Error LED The Catastrophic Error LED indicates that the system has experienced a fatal or catastrophic error and cannot continue to operate. ASUS ESC4000 DHD G4 4-11 - Asus ESC4000 DHD G4 | User Manual - Page 90
4.4 Internal connectors 1. SATA 6Gb/s connector The SATA 6Gb/s connector allows you to connect SATA devices such as optical disc drives and hard disk drives via a SATA cable. The actual data transfer rate depends on the speed of Serial ATA hard disks installed. 2. OCUPCIE connector Connects the PCIE - Asus ESC4000 DHD G4 | User Manual - Page 91
fan connectors! • Ensure the cable is fully inserted into the connector. 4. GPU Fan connector The GPU Fan connector supports cooling fans of 3.30 A - 3.95 A (47.4 W max.) Connect the fan cable to the fan connector . • Ensure the cable is fully inserted into the connector. ASUS ESC4000 DHD G4 4-13 - Asus ESC4000 DHD G4 | User Manual - Page 92
5. Storage Add-on Card LED connector The Storage Add-on Card LED connector allows you to connect the storage device activity LED cable from a storage add-on card. The Storage Device status LED lights up or blinks when data is read from or written to the storage device add-on card. Refer to section - Asus ESC4000 DHD G4 | User Manual - Page 93
securely stores keys, digital certificates, passwords, data, and also helps enhance network security, protect digital identities, and ensures platform integrity. The TPM is purchased separately. ASUS ESC4000 DHD G4 4-15 - Asus ESC4000 DHD G4 | User Manual - Page 94
9. System Management Bus connector The System Management Bus (SMBus) connector allows you to connect SMBus devices. This connector is generally used for communication with the system and power management-related tasks. 10. LED Panel connector Connects the LED panel signal to the backplane. 4-16 - Asus ESC4000 DHD G4 | User Manual - Page 95
M.2 slot The M.2 slot allows you to install M.2 devices such as M.2 SSD modules. This connector supports type 2280 / 22110 devices on both PCI-E and SATA interface. The M.2 (NGFF) device is orientation and push down firmly until the power supply plug is fully inserted. ASUS ESC4000 DHD G4 4-17 - Asus ESC4000 DHD G4 | User Manual - Page 96
13. System Panel connector Connects the panel signal to the front panel. 14. Serial General Purpose Input/Output connector The Serial General Purpose Input/Output (SGPIO) connector allows you to connect the Intel Rapid Storage Technology Enterprise SGPIO interface. The SGPIO interface controls the - Asus ESC4000 DHD G4 | User Manual - Page 97
hardware key is purchased separately. • Due to CPU behavior, CPU RAID functions with Intel® CPU RSTe only supports Intel® Core™ X-series Processors (6-core or above) and Intel® SSD modules. 16. USB 3.2 Gen 1 xHCI or EHCI mode depending on the operating system's setting. ASUS ESC4000 DHD G4 4-19 - Asus ESC4000 DHD G4 | User Manual - Page 98
you use only compatible memory cards to prevent loss of data, damage to your device, or memory card, or both. 18. VGA connector This connector supports the VGA High Dynamic-Range interface. 4-20 Chapter 4: Motherboard Information - Asus ESC4000 DHD G4 | User Manual - Page 99
supply plugs are designed to fit these connectors in only one orientation. Find the proper orientation and push down firmly until the connectors completely fit. ASUS ESC4000 DHD G4 4-21 - Asus ESC4000 DHD G4 | User Manual - Page 100
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Chapter 5: BIOS Setup BIOS Setup This chapter tells how to change system settings through the BIOS Setup menus and describes the BIOS parameters. 5 - Asus ESC4000 DHD G4 | User Manual - Page 102
disk drive in case you need to restore the BIOS in the future. Copy the original motherboard BIOS using the BUPDATER utility. 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 file when it fails or gets corrupted during the - Asus ESC4000 DHD G4 | User Manual - Page 103
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 Utility: 1. Insert the USB flash disk that update process. Reboot the system when the update process is done. ASUS ESC4000 DHD G4 5-3 - Asus ESC4000 DHD G4 | User Manual - Page 104
for the motherboard. Save the BIOS file to a bootable USB flash disk drive. 2. Copy the BUPDATER utility (BUPDATER.exe) from the ASUS support website at www.asus.com/support to the bootable USB flash disk drive you created earlier. 3. Boot the system in DOS mode, then at the prompt, type: BUPDATER - Asus ESC4000 DHD G4 | User Manual - Page 105
prompt after the BIOS update process is completed. Reboot the system from the hard disk drive. The BIOS update is finished! Please restart your system. C:\> ASUS ESC4000 DHD G4 5-5 - Asus ESC4000 DHD G4 | User Manual - Page 106
5.2 BIOS setup program This motherboard supports a programmable firmware chip that you can update using the provided utility not exactly match what you see on your screen. • Visit the ASUS website (www.asus.com) to download the latest BIOS file for this motherboard. 5-6 Chapter 5: BIOS Setup - Asus ESC4000 DHD G4 | User Manual - Page 107
options To select an item on the menu bar, press the right or left arrow key on the keyboard until the desired item is highlighted. ASUS ESC4000 DHD G4 5-7 - Asus ESC4000 DHD G4 | User Manual - Page 108
5.2.3 Menu items The highlighted item on the menu bar displays the specific items for that menu. For example, selecting Main shows the Main menu items. The other items (such as Advanced) on the menu bar have their respective menu items. 5.2.4 Submenu items A solid triangle before each item on any - Asus ESC4000 DHD G4 | User Manual - Page 109
. 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. ASUS ESC4000 DHD G4 5-9 - Asus ESC4000 DHD G4 | User Manual - Page 110
to [Default] or [By Benchmark]. Core Optimizer [Disabled] Enable this item to keep the processor operating at the turbo frequency. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Linux support may vary by version of the OS. 5-10 Chapter 5: BIOS Setup - Asus ESC4000 DHD G4 | User Manual - Page 111
] [Enable Auto] [Enable Manual] 5.5 Advanced menu The Advanced menu items allow you to change the settings for the CPU and other system devices. Take caution when changing the settings of the Advanced menu items. Incorrect field values can cause the system to malfunction. ASUS ESC4000 DHD G4 5-11 - Asus ESC4000 DHD G4 | User Manual - Page 112
[Disabled] Allows you to enable or disable the BIOS support for security device. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Disable Block Sid [Disabled] Allows you to enable or disable the Block Sid. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] 5.5.2 ACPI - Asus ESC4000 DHD G4 | User Manual - Page 113
; IRQ=4;] [IO=3F8h; IRQ=3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 9, 10, 11, 12;] [IO=2F8h; IRQ=3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 9, 10, 11, 12;] [IO=3E8h; IRQ=3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 9, 10, 11, 12;] [IO=2E8h; IRQ=3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 9, 10, 11, 12;] ASUS ESC4000 DHD G4 5-13 - Asus ESC4000 DHD G4 | User Manual - Page 114
the same or compatible settings. Terminal Type [VT-UTF8] Allows you to set the terminal type. [VT100] ASCII char set. [VT100+] Extends VT100 to support color, function keys, etc. [VT-UTF8] Uses UTF8 encoding to map Unicode chars onto 1 or more bytes. [ANSI] Extended ASCII char set. Bits - Asus ESC4000 DHD G4 | User Manual - Page 115
of rows and columns supported on the Legacy OS. Configuration options: [80x24] [80x25] Redirect After POST [Always Enable] This setting allows you to specify if Bootloader is selected than Legacy console redirection. Configuration options: [Always Enable] [Bootloader] ASUS ESC4000 DHD G4 5-15 - Asus ESC4000 DHD G4 | User Manual - Page 116
only when you set Console Redirection to [Enabled]. Console Redirection Settings Out-of-Band Mgmt Port [COM1] Microsoft Windows Emergency Management Services (EMS) allow for remote management of a Windows Server OS through a serial port. Configuration options: [COM1] [COM2] Terminal Type [VT-UTF8 - Asus ESC4000 DHD G4 | User Manual - Page 117
generate a wake event. [Enabled] When set to [Enabled], the items RTC Alarm Date (Days) and Hour/Minute/Second will become user-configurable with set values. ASUS ESC4000 DHD G4 5-17 - Asus ESC4000 DHD G4 | User Manual - Page 118
[Enabled] Allows you to enable or disable 64-bit capable devices to be decoded in above 4G address space. It only works if the system supports 64-bit PCI decoding. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] The following item appears only when you set Above 4G Decoding to [Enabled]. First VGA 4G - Asus ESC4000 DHD G4 | User Manual - Page 119
. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] ID0 Completion Enable [Disabled] If supported by hardware and set to 'Enabled', this permits setting the number of IDBased Ordering (ID0) bit (Attribute [2]) requests to be initiated. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] ASUS ESC4000 DHD G4 5-19 - Asus ESC4000 DHD G4 | User Manual - Page 120
Enabled', this enables the Latency Tolerance Reporting (LTR) Mechanism. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] End-End TLP Prefix Blocking [Disabled] If supported by hardware and set to 'Enabled', this function will block forwarding of TLPs containing End-End TLP Prefixes. Configuration options - Asus ESC4000 DHD G4 | User Manual - Page 121
you to enable or disable the USB Mass Storage driver support. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Mass Storage Devices These items allows you to select the mass storage device emulation type. Configuration options: [Auto] [Floppy] [Forced FDD] [Hard Disk] [CD-ROM] ASUS ESC4000 DHD G4 5-21 - Asus ESC4000 DHD G4 | User Manual - Page 122
[Enabled] This option allows you to enable or disable CSM Support. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] The following item appears only when CSM Support is set to [Enabled]. GateA20 Active [Upon Request] This allows you to set the GA20 option. Configuration options: [Upon Request] [Always - Asus ESC4000 DHD G4 | User Manual - Page 123
If disabled, Ipv4 HTTP boot option will not be created. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Ipv6 PXE Support [Disabled] Enables or disables the Ipv6 PXE Boot Support. If disabled, Ipv6 PXE boot option will not be created. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] ASUS ESC4000 DHD G4 5-23 - Asus ESC4000 DHD G4 | User Manual - Page 124
[Disabled] Enables or disables the Ipv6 HTTP Boot Support. If disabled, Ipv6 HTTP boot option will not be created. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] PXE boot wait time [0] Wait time to press ESC key to - Asus ESC4000 DHD G4 | User Manual - Page 125
Power Management [Enabled] Allows you to enable or disable the Support Aggressive Link Power (SALP) Management. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] SATA Port 1-4 Port 1-4 Allows you to enable or disable the SATA port. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] ASUS ESC4000 DHD G4 5-25 - Asus ESC4000 DHD G4 | User Manual - Page 126
Mode [Disabled] This option is used by validation. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] The following items appears only when the XHCI Manual Mode is set to [Enabled]. Trunk Clock Gating (BTCG) [Enabled] Allows you to enable or disable BTCG. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Enable - Asus ESC4000 DHD G4 | User Manual - Page 127
5.6.2 Miscellaneous Configuration Active Video [Onboard Device] Allows you to select the video type. Configuration options: [Auto] [Onboard Device] [Offboard Device] 5.6.3 Server ME Configuration Displays the Server ME Technology parameters on your system. ASUS ESC4000 DHD G4 5-27 - Asus ESC4000 DHD G4 | User Manual - Page 128
you to enable or disable System Errors. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Whea Settings Whea Support [Enabled] This item allows you to enable or disable the WHEA support. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] 5.7 Socket Configuration menu The IntelRCSetup menu items allow you to - Asus ESC4000 DHD G4 | User Manual - Page 129
prefetcher. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] L2 RFO Prefetch Disable [Disabled] This Item allows you to turn on/off L2 RFO prefetcher. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] ASUS ESC4000 DHD G4 5-29 - Asus ESC4000 DHD G4 | User Manual - Page 130
. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] AES-NI [Enabled] This Item allows you to enable or disable the AES-NI support. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] 5.7.2 Common RefCode Configuration MMIO High Base [1T] This item allows you to select the MMIO High Base. Configuration options - Asus ESC4000 DHD G4 | User Manual - Page 131
] Configuration options: [Disabled] [Auto] [Low] [Medium] [High] Stale AtoS [Auto] Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] [Auto] LLC dead line alloc [Enabled] Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] [Auto] ASUS ESC4000 DHD G4 5-31 - Asus ESC4000 DHD G4 | User Manual - Page 132
5.7.4 Memory Configuration Enforce POR [Auto] Allows you to enforce POR restrictions for DDR4 frequency and voltage programming. Configuration options: [Auto] [POR] [Disabled] Memory Frequency [Auto] Allows you to select the memory frequency setting. Configuration options: [Auto] [1800] - [3000- - Asus ESC4000 DHD G4 | User Manual - Page 133
Average Power Budget (in mW) [18000] Allows you to set the power management policy for average power in 250 mW increments. Configuration options: [10000] - [18000] ASUS ESC4000 DHD G4 5-33 - Asus ESC4000 DHD G4 | User Manual - Page 134
on a specific stack. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] IIO-PCIE Express Global Options PCI-E ASPM Support (Global) [Per-Port] Allows you to enable or disable ASPM support for all downstream devices. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Per-Port] [L1 Only] PCIE relaxed Ordering [Enabled - Asus ESC4000 DHD G4 | User Manual - Page 135
options: [Disabled] [Native Mode] [Out of Band Mode] [Native Mode with no Legacy Support] CPU C State Control Autonomous Core C-State [Disabled] Allows you to enable or disable Autonomous Allows you to select OS ACPI Cx Report. Configuration options: [ACPI C2] [ACPI C3] ASUS ESC4000 DHD G4 5-35 - Asus ESC4000 DHD G4 | User Manual - Page 136
Package C State Control Package C State [Auto] Allows you to select Package C State. Configuration options: [C0/C1 state] [C2 state] [C6(non Retention state] [C6(Retention state] [No Limit] [Auto] CPU Thermal Control CPU T-State Control Software Controlled T-States [Disabled] Allows you to enable - Asus ESC4000 DHD G4 | User Manual - Page 137
Log Standard Settings Log System Boot Event [Disabled] Allows you to choose options to enable/disable logging of System boot event. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] ASUS ESC4000 DHD G4 5-37 - Asus ESC4000 DHD G4 | User Manual - Page 138
MECI [1] Multiple Event Count Increment (MECI). The number of occurrences of a duplicate event that must pass before the multiple-event counter associated with the log entry is updated, specified as a numeric value in the range 1 to 255. METW [60] Multiple Event Time Windows (METW). The number of - Asus ESC4000 DHD G4 | User Manual - Page 139
this configuration allow you to configure the BMC network parameters. View System Event Log This item allows you to view the system event log records. ASUS ESC4000 DHD G4 5-39 - Asus ESC4000 DHD G4 | User Manual - Page 140
5.10 Security menu This menu allows a new password to be created or a current password to be changed. The menu also enables or disables the Secure Boot state and lets the user configure the System Mode state. Administrator Password To set an administrator password: 1. Select the Administrator - Asus ESC4000 DHD G4 | User Manual - Page 141
the CSM function is disabled. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Secure Boot Mode [Custom] Allows you to set the Secure Boot selector. Configuration options: [Custom] [Standard] ASUS ESC4000 DHD G4 5-41 - Asus ESC4000 DHD G4 | User Manual - Page 142
Restore Factory Keys This option will force the system to User Mode, and install factory default Secure Boot key databases. Reset to Setup Mode This option will delete all Secure Boot key databases from NVRAM. Key Management This item only appears when the item Secure Boot Mode is set to [Custom]. - Asus ESC4000 DHD G4 | User Manual - Page 143
Exchange Keys (KEK) / Authorized Signatures (DB) / Forbidden Signatures (DBX) Configuration options: [Details] [Export] [Update] [Append] [Delete] Authorized TimeStamps (DBT) / OsRecovery Signatures Configuration options: [Update] [Append] ASUS ESC4000 DHD G4 5-43 - Asus ESC4000 DHD G4 | User Manual - Page 144
appears on the screen depends on the number of devices installed in the system. • To select the boot device during system startup, press when ASUS Logo appears. • To access Windows OS in Safe Mode, please press after POST. Hard Drive / CD/DVD ROM Drive / Network Device BBS Priorities These - Asus ESC4000 DHD G4 | User Manual - Page 145
to run the IPMI hardware monitor. Start EZ Flash Allows you to run ASUS EZ Flash BIOS ROM Utility when you press . Refer to the ASUS EZ Flash Utility section for details. 5.13 Save & Exit menu The Save system. Click an item to start booting from the selected device. ASUS ESC4000 DHD G4 5-45 - Asus ESC4000 DHD G4 | User Manual - Page 146
5-46 Chapter 5: BIOS Setup - Asus ESC4000 DHD G4 | User Manual - Page 147
Chapter 6: RAID Configuration RAID Configuration This chapter tells how to change system settings through the BIOS Setup menus. Detailed descriptions of the BIOS parameters are also provided. 6 - Asus ESC4000 DHD G4 | User Manual - Page 148
Option ROM Utility with RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 10, and RAID 5 support (for Windows OS and Linux). 6.1.1 RAID definitions RAID 0 (Data striping) a created RAID set, copy first the RAID driver from the support DVD to a floppy disk before you install an operating system to the selected hard disk - Asus ESC4000 DHD G4 | User Manual - Page 149
the SATA hard disks into the drive bays following the instructions in the system user guide. 2. Connect a SATA signal cable to the signal connector supported by the Intel® C621 chipset. Refer to the succeeding section for details on how to use the RAID configuration utility. ASUS ESC4000 DHD G4 - Asus ESC4000 DHD G4 | User Manual - Page 150
to create RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 10 (RAID 1+0), and RAID 5 set from Serial ATA hard disk drives that are connected to the Serial ATA connectors supported by the Southbridge. Before you proceed, ensure that you have installed the Serial ATA hard disk drives, have set the correct jumper settings of the - Asus ESC4000 DHD G4 | User Manual - Page 151
the selection bar then press to select a disk. A small triangle before the Port number marks the selected drive. Press when you are done. ASUS ESC4000 DHD G4 6-5 - Asus ESC4000 DHD G4 | User Manual - Page 152
6. Use the up/down arrow keys to select the stripe size for the RAID array (for RAID 0, 10 and 5 only) then press . The available stripe size values range from 4 KB to 128 KB. The following are typical values: RAID 0: 128KB RAID 10: 64KB RAID 5: 64KB We recommend a lower stripe size for - Asus ESC4000 DHD G4 | User Manual - Page 153
VERIFICATION ] ALL DATA IN THE VOLUME WILL BE LOST! (This does not apply to Recovery volumes) Are you sure you want to delete volume "Volume0"? (Y/N): ASUS ESC4000 DHD G4 6-7 - Asus ESC4000 DHD G4 | User Manual - Page 154
6.2.3 Resetting disks to Non-RAID Take caution before you reset a RAID volume hard disk drive to non-RAID. Resetting a RAID volume hard disk drive deletes all internal RAID structure on the drive. To reset a RAID set: 1. From the utility main menu, select 3. Reset Disks to Non-RAID and press < - Asus ESC4000 DHD G4 | User Manual - Page 155
Model Serial # Size X XXXXXXXXXXX XXXXXXXX XXX.GB [ ]-Previous/Next [ENTER]-Select [ESC]-Exit Select a destination disk with the same size as the original hard disk. ASUS ESC4000 DHD G4 6-9 - Asus ESC4000 DHD G4 | User Manual - Page 156
3. The utility immediately starts rebuilding after the disk is selected. When done, the status of the degraded RAID volume is changed to "Rebuild". Intel(R) Rapid Storage Technology enterprise - SATA Option ROM - 3.6.0.1023 Copyright(C) 2003-12 Intel Corporation. All Rights Reserved. [ MAIN MENU ] - Asus ESC4000 DHD G4 | User Manual - Page 157
Chapter 5 for more details. 4. From the Exit menu, select Save Changes & Exit, then press . 5. When the confirmation window appears, select Yes, then press . ASUS ESC4000 DHD G4 6-11 - Asus ESC4000 DHD G4 | User Manual - Page 158
disk drives that are connected to the Serial ATA connectors supported by the Southbridge. You need to manually install the Intel® Rapid Storage Technology enterprise utility on a Windows® operating system. Please refer to the installation instructions in Chapter 7. To enter the Intel® Rapid Storage - Asus ESC4000 DHD G4 | User Manual - Page 159
data on one of the selected disks, select NO when prompted. • If you want to Enable volume write-back cache or Initialize volume, click Advanced. ASUS ESC4000 DHD G4 6-13 - Asus ESC4000 DHD G4 | User Manual - Page 160
6. Confirm the volume creation, than click Create Volume to continue. This process could take a while depending on the number and size of the disks. You can continue using other applications during this time. 7. Wait until the process is completed, then click OK when prompted. You still need to - Asus ESC4000 DHD G4 | User Manual - Page 161
RAID 5: 64KB We recommend a lower stripe size for server systems, and a higher stripe size for multimedia computer systems used mainly for audio and video editing. ASUS ESC4000 DHD G4 6-15 - Asus ESC4000 DHD G4 | User Manual - Page 162
6.3.3 Deleting a volume Be cautious when deleting a volume. You will lose all data on the hard disk drives. Before you proceed, ensure that you back up all your important data from your hard drives. To delete a volume: 1. From the utility main menu, select the volume (ex. Volume_0000) in Volumes - Asus ESC4000 DHD G4 | User Manual - Page 163
, or errors here. E-Mail Preferences Allow you to set to sent e-mail of the following events: • Storage system information • Storage system warnings • Storage system errors ASUS ESC4000 DHD G4 6-17 - Asus ESC4000 DHD G4 | User Manual - Page 164
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Chapter 7: Driver Installation Driver Installation This chapter provides instructions for installing the necessary drivers for different system components. 7 - Asus ESC4000 DHD G4 | User Manual - Page 166
hard disk drive or bootable array. This part provides the instructions on how to install the RAID controller drivers during OS installation your system. 3. Click on the optical drive to browse the contents of the support DVD. 4. Click Drivers > [Chipset RAID Folder] > Windows > Driver and - Asus ESC4000 DHD G4 | User Manual - Page 167
disc and replace with the motherboard Support DVD into the optical drive. Click Browse to continue. 5. Locate the driver in the corresponding folder of the Support DVD then click OK to continue. 6. Select the RAID controller driver you need from the list and click Next. ASUS ESC4000 DHD G4 7-3 - Asus ESC4000 DHD G4 | User Manual - Page 168
system finishes loading the RAID driver, replace the motherboard Support DVD with the Windows Server installation disc. Select the drive to install Windows and click Next. 8. Setup then proceeds with the OS installation. Follow screen instructions to continue. 7-4 Chapter 7: Driver Installation - Asus ESC4000 DHD G4 | User Manual - Page 169
- Provides the link to the user guide(s). You need an internet browser installed in your OS to view the User Guide. 4. Contact - Displays the ASUS contact information, e-mail addresses, and useful links if you need more information or technical support for your motherboard. ASUS ESC4000 DHD G4 7-5 - Asus ESC4000 DHD G4 | User Manual - Page 170
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Appendix Appendix This appendix includes additional information that you may refer to when configuring the motherboard. ASUS ESC4000 DHD G4 A-1 - Asus ESC4000 DHD G4 | User Manual - Page 172
Z11PG-D16-HD block diagram A-2 Appendix - Asus ESC4000 DHD G4 | User Manual - Page 173
radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of this equipment in le brouillage est susceptible d'en compromettre le fonctionnement. CAN ICES-3(A)/NMB-3(A) ASUS ESC4000 DHD G4 A-3 - Asus ESC4000 DHD G4 | User Manual - Page 174
acceptable quality and the failure does not amount to a major failure. If you require assistance please call ASUS Customer Service 1300 2787 88 or visit us at https://www.asus.com/support. Lithium-Ion Battery Warning CAUTION! Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with - Asus ESC4000 DHD G4 | User Manual - Page 175
, Shanghai, China Telephone +86-21-5442-1616 Fax +86-21-5442-0099 Web site https://www.asus.com.cn Technical Support Telephone Online Support +86-20-2804-7506 (400-620-6655) https://www.asus.com/support/Product/ContactUs/Services/ questionform/?lang=zh-cn ASUS ESC4000 DHD G4 A-5 - Asus ESC4000 DHD G4 | User Manual - Page 176
+1-510-608-4555 Web site https://www.asus.com/us/ Technical Support Support fax General support Online support +1-812-284-0883 +1-812-282-2787 https://www.asus.com/support/Product/ContactUs/Services/ questionform/?lang=en-us ASUS COMPUTER GmbH (Germany and Austria) Address Harkort - Asus ESC4000 DHD G4 | User Manual - Page 177
-pl ASK-Service (Russia and CIS) Address 10 Telephone (495) 640-32-75 Web site https://www.asus.com/ru/ Technical Support Telephone 008-800-100-ASUS (008-800-100-2787) Online Support https://www.asus.com/support/Product/ContactUs/Services/ questionform/?lang=ru-ru ASUS ESC4000 DHD G4 A-7 - Asus ESC4000 DHD G4 | User Manual - Page 178
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