Asus ESC700 G4 User Manual

Asus ESC700 G4 Manual

Asus ESC700 G4 manual content summary:

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    ESC700 G4 Workstation User Guide
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    , 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
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    Contents Safety information...vi About this guide...viii Chapter 1: Product Introduction 1.1 System package contents 1-2 1.2 Serial number label 1-2 1.3 ESC700 G4 specifications summary 1-3 1.4 Front panel features 1-5 1.5 Rear panel features 1-6 1.6 Internal features 1-7 1.7 LED information
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    (TM) Configuration 4-16 4.5.14 PCH-FW Configuration 4-16 4.6 Boot menu 4-17 4.7 Tool menu 4-19 4.7.1 ASUS EZ Flash 3 Utility 4-19 4.7.2 Secure Erase 4-19 4.7.3 ASUS Overclocking Profile 4-21 4.7.4 ASUS SPD Information 4-21 4.7.5 IPMI HWM 4-21 4.7.6 Graphics Card Information 4-21 iv
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    4-22 4.9 Server Mgmt menu 4-22 4.10 Updating BIOS 4-23 4.10.1 EZ Update 4-23 4.10.2 ASUS EZ Flash 3 4-24 4.10.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 4-26 Chapter 5: RAID Configuration 5.1 RAID configurations 5-2 5.1.1 RAID definitions 5-2 5.1.2 5.1.3 5.1.4 5.1.5 Installing storage devices 5-3 Intel
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    engineers. • Before operating the server, carefully read all the manuals included with the server package. • Before using the server, a stable surface. • If you encounter technical problems with the product, contact a qualified service technician or your retailer. This product is equipped with
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    replaced. Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer. Dispose of used batteries according to the manufacturer's instructions. Heavy System CAUTION! This server system is heavy. Ask for assistance when moving or carrying the system. Optical Drive Safety Information
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    with at least basic knowledge of configuring a server. Contents This guide contains the following parts: 1. Chapter 1: Product Introduction This chapter BIOS parameters. 5. Chapter 5: RAID Configuration This chapter provides instructions for setting up, creating and configuring RAID sets using the
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    , 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. Visit asuscontrolcenter.asus.com for more information. 2. ASUS websites The ASUS websites worldwide provide updated information for
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    Chapter 1: Product Introduction Product Introduction This chapter describes the general features of the server, including sections on front panel and rear panel specifications. 1
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    serial number containing 12 characters such as xxS0xxxxxxxx shown as the figure below. With the correct serial number of the product, ASUS Technical Support team members can then offer a quicker and satisfying solution to your problems. ESC700 G4 xxS0xxxxxxxx 1-2 Chapter 1: Product Introduction
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    1.3 ESC700 G4 specifications summary The ASUS ESC700 G4 is a workstation featuring the WS C422 PRO/SE workstation hot-swappable Networking LAN * Bandwidth is shared between M.2_2 and U.2. ** Intel® VROC is supported via RSTe, Hyper M.2 x 16 card, and Intel® VROC_HW_key. Hyper M.2 x 16 card and
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    ESC700 G4 specifications summary Rear I/O Ports Button/LED OS Support Management Solution Out of Band Remote Management Regulatory Compliance Dimension Power Supply (different configuration by region) Environment 1 x BIOS FlashBack™ Button 2 x USB 3.1 Gen2 ports (Type C & Type A) 4 x
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    1.4 Front panel features The ESC700 G4 workstation features a simple yet stylish front panel design. The power and reset buttons, LED indicators, optical drive, unavailable if the optional card reader is purchased. Refer to the Front panel LEDs section for the LED descriptions. ASUS ESC700 G4 1-5
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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 vent for the system fan, and the power supply module. Power connector BIOS FlashBack™ button USB 2.0 ports USB 3.1 Gen 2 Type-A port USB 3.1 Gen 2 Type-C® port Intel® LAN port (LAN2) USB
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    1.6 Internal features The ASUS ESC700 G4 Pedestal workstation includes the basic components as shown: RESET 1. Power supply unit 2. 120 mm x 120 mm system fan 3. WS C422 USB ports on the front or rear panel. WARNING HAZARDOUS MOVING PARTS KEEP FINGERS AND OTHER BODY PARTS AWAY ASUS ESC700 G4 1-7
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    1.7 1.7.1 LED information Front panel LEDs HDD Access LED Power LED LED Icon Power LED HDD Access LED Display status Description ON OFF Blinking System power ON No activity Read/write data into the HDD 1.7.2 Rear panel LEDs ACT/LINK LED SPEED LED ACT/LINK LED Status Description OFF
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    Chapter 2: Hardware Setup Hardware Setup This chapter lists the hardware setup procedures that you have to perform when installing system components. It includes description of the jumpers and connectors on the motherboard. 2
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    2.1 2.1.1 Chassis cover 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
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    3. Slightly pull the side cover toward the rear just enough to detach it from the chassis. 4. Remove the cover and set it aside. ASUS ESC700 G4 2-3
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    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 LGA2066 socket. • The product warranty does not cover
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    A B Triangle mark B A Triangle mark C A B ASUS ESC700 G4 2-5
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    A B A B C Apply the Thermal Interface Material to the CPU heatsink and CPU before you install the heatsink and fan, if necessary. 2-6 Chapter 2: Hardware Setup
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    2.3 CPU heatsink and fan assembly installation To install the CPU heatsink and fan assembly ASUS ESC700 G4 2-7
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    2.4 System memory The motherboard comes with eight (8) DDR 4 (Double Data Rate 4) Dual Inline Memory Modules (DIMM) slots. A DDR4 module is notched differently from a DDR, DDR2 or DDR3 module. DO NOT install a DDR, DDR2 or DDR3 memory module to the DDR4 slot. Recommended memory configurations Intel®
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    vendor-marked value. • For system stability, use a more efficient memory cooling system to support a full memory load (8 DIMMs) or overclocking condition. • Always install the DIMMS with the vendor to get the correct memory modules. • Visit the ASUS website for the latest QVL. ASUS ESC700 G4 2-9
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    in the motherboard package. • Refer to the user guide for qualified vendor lists of the memory modules. Removing a DIMM from a single clip DIMM socket 1. Press the retaining clip outward to unlock the DIMM. 2. Remove the DIMM from the socket. Support the DIMM lightly with your fingers when pressing
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    the front panel cover to the chassis. RESET Assembly lock 2. Remove the front panel assembly from the chassis and set it aside. Front panel assembly ASUS ESC700 G4 2-11
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    2.6 5.25-inch drives This system comes with three 5.25-inch drive bays located on the upper front section of the chassis. If your system came with an optical drive, the optical drive occupies the topmost bay (1). The lower bays (2 and 3) are available for additional 5.25-inch optical, zip, or floppy
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    . 8. Connect a SATA power cable from the power supply to the power connector of the drive. 9. Reinstall the front panel cover. SATA power cable SATA cable ASUS ESC700 G4 2-13
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    2.7 Hard disk drives (HDD) The workstation supports three (3) 3.5-inch SATA hard disk drives via the hard disk drive bays and one 2.5-inch HDD/SSD drive at the bottom of the HDD cage.
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    5. Secure the 3.5-inch HDD to the HDD cage using the bundled set of screws. 6. Swing the HDD cage inwards until it clicks back into place. 7. Connect the SATA cable and SATA power cable to the 3.5-inch HDD. ASUS ESC700 G4 2-15
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    Installing 2.5-inch HDD/SSD To install a 2.5-inch HDD/SSD: 1. Remove the side cover of the chassis. Refer to the Removing the side cover section for more information. 2. Prepare the 2.5-inch HDD/SDD and the bundled set of screws. 3. Lay the system on its side on a flat and stable surface. 4. Locate
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    6. Secure the 2.5-inch HDD/SSD to the HDD cage using the bundled set of screws. 7. Swing the HDD cage inwards until it clicks back into place. 8. Connect a SATA cable and a SATA power cable to the 2.5-inch HDD/SSD. ASUS ESC700 G4 2-17
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    2.8 Expansion slots Unplug the power cord before adding or removing expansion cards. Failure to do so may cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components. Slot No. 1 2 3 4 5 Slot Description PCIE 3.0 x16_1 slot PCIE 3.0 x16_2 slot PCIE 3.0 x4_1 slot PCIE 3.0 x16_3 slot PCIE 3.0 x16_4
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    when running CrossFireX™ or SLI™ mode. • The PCIe 3.0 x16_4 slot is not recommended for VGA cards or PCIe cards running at x8 mode or above. ASUS ESC700 G4 2-19
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    2.8.1 Installing an expansion card To install an expansion card: 1. Lay the system on its side on a flat, stable surface. 2. Press the PCIe latch (A), hold it by its edge then lift it towards the rear (B). Edge of the PCIe latch PCIe latch 3. Remove the screw (A) that secures the metal bracket to
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    4. Align and insert the expansion card into the PCIe slot. Expansion card PCIe slot 5. Lift the PCIe latch inwards until it clicks into place securing the expansion card to the chassis. 6. (Optional) Replace the screw of the metal bracket. PCIe latch ASUS ESC700 G4 2-21
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    the screws for later use. Hold the system fan with one hand while removing the system fan screws. 3. Remove the system fan. Follow the previous instructions in reverse order if you want to reinstall the system fan. 2-22 Chapter 2: Hardware Setup
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    storage device to save the latest BIOS version for better compatibility and stability. 2. Visit https://www.asus.com/support/ and download the latest BIOS version for this motherboard. 3. Rename the file as WSCSE.CAP to boot up, please contact your local ASUS Service Center. ASUS ESC700 G4 2-23
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    2.11 Motherboard rear and audio connection 2.11.1 Rear I/O connection Rear panel connectors 1. BIOS Flashback™ button 2. USB 2.0 ports 9-12 (bottom port supports BIOS Flashback™) 3. USB 3.1 Gen 2 Type-A port E2 4. Intel® LAN port (LAN2)* 5. Intel® LAN port (LAN1)* 6. USB 3.1 Gen 2 Type-C® port EC1
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    In Front Speaker Out Mic In Center/Subwoofer Rear Speaker Out 8-channel Side Speaker Out Front Speaker Out Mic In Center/Subwoofer Rear Speaker Out ASUS ESC700 G4 2-25
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    2.11.2 Audio I/O connection Audio I/O ports Connect to Headphone and Mic Connect to Stereo Speakers Connect to 2 Speakers 2-26 Chapter 2: Hardware Setup
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    Connect to 4 Speakers Connect to 6 Speakers Connect to 8 Speakers ASUS ESC700 G4 2-27
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    2-28 Chapter 2: Hardware Setup
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    Chapter 3: Motherboard Information 3 Motherboard Information This chapter includes the motherboard layout and brief descriptions of the jumpers and internal connectors.
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    3.1 Motherboard layout Refer to 1.1.9 Internal connectors and 2.3.1 Rear I/O connection for more information about rear panel connectors and internal connectors. 3-2 Chapter 3: Motherboard Information
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    1-18 1-31 1-30 1-32 1-12 1-24 1-26 1-22 1-25 1-21 1-11 1-21 1-30 1-28 1-29 1-13 1-28 1-33 1-17 1-9 1-9 1-19 1-29 1-22 1-14 1-13 1-32 ASUS ESC700 G4 3-3
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    3.2 Onboard buttons and switches Onboard buttons and switches allow you to fine-tune performance when working on a bare or open-case system. This is ideal for overclockers and gamers who continually change settings to enhance system performance. 1. Power-on button The motherboard comes with a power-
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    . Replace the DIMMs with ones recommended in the Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors Lists) at www.asus.com. • If you turn off the computer and replace DIMMs during the tuning process, the download and update to the latest BIOS version from www.asus.com after using the MemOK! function. ASUS ESC700 G4 3-5
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    4. Clear CMOS button (CLR_CMOS) Press this button to clear the BIOS setup information only when the systems hangs due to overclocking. 3-6 Chapter 3: Motherboard Information
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    , insert the jumper to pins 1-2. 2. DDR4 thermal event setting (3-pin DIMMTRIP1) These jumpers allow you to enable or disable DDR4 DIMM thermal sensing event pin. ASUS ESC700 G4 3-7
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    3. PMBus 1.2 PSU select jumper (3-pin SMART_PSU1) This jumper allows you to select PSU PMBus version. Set to pins 1-2 for PMBus, set to pins 2-3 for others. 4. VGA controller setting (3-pin VGA_SW1) This jumper allows you to enable or disable the onboard VGA controller. 3-8 Chapter 3: Motherboard
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    to enable (default) or disable on-board BMC. Ensure to set this BMC jumper to enabled to avoid system fan control and hardware monitor error. ASUS ESC700 G4 3-9
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    is solved. This user-friendly design provides an intuitive way to locate the root problem within seconds. The Q LEDs provide the most probable cause of an error code as a starting point for troubleshooting. The actual cause may vary from case to case. 2. Location LED (LOCLED2) This onboard LED
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    3. Message LED (MESLED1) This onboard LED lights up to red when there is temperature warning or a BMC event log is generated. 4. Baseboard Management Controller LED (BMCLED1) The BMC LED lights up to indicate that the on-board BMC is functional. ASUS ESC700 G4 3-11
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    a 2-digit error code that displays the system status. • The Q-Code LEDs provide the most probable cause of an error code as a starting point for troubleshooting. The actual cause may vary from case to case. • Please refer to the Q-Code table in the Appendix section for more details. 3-12 Chapter
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    default. If you intend to create a SATA RAID set using these connectors, set the SATA Mode item in the BIOS to [Intel RST Premium (RAID)]. ASUS ESC700 G4 3-13
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    2. Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP) This connector is for a chassis-mounted front panel audio I/O module that supports HD Audio. Connect one end of the front panel audio I/O module cable to this connector. We recommend that you connect a high-definition front panel audio
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    2.0. The USB 3.1 Gen 1 module is purchased separately. The plugged USB 3.1 Gen 1 device may run on xHCI or EHCI mode depending on the operating system's setting. ASUS ESC700 G4 3-15
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    connector, then install the module to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis. This USB connector complies with USB 2.0 specification that supports up to 480 Mb/s connection speed. DO NOT connect a 1394 cable to the USB connectors. Doing so will damage the motherboard! 6. TPM connector
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    connector (16-1 pin VGA_HDR1) This connector supports the VGA High Dynamic-Range interface. 8. VROC_KEY connector (4-pin VROC_HW_KEY) This connector allows you to connect a KEY module to enable CPU RAID functions with Intel® CPU RSTe. The KEY module is purchased separately. ASUS ESC700 G4 3-17
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    ! • Ensure that the CPU fan cable is securely installed to the CPU fan connector. • The CPU_FAN connector supports the CPU fan of maximum 1A (12 W) fan power. • W_PUMP+ function support depends on water cooling device. • Connect the fan of your water cooling kit to the AIO_PUMP/W_PUMP+ connector
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    10. System panel connector (20-1 pin PANEL1) This connector supports a chassis-mounted function. • Message LED (2-pin MLED) This 2-pin connector is for the message LED cable the BMC to indicate an abnormal event occurrence. This connector may be disabled depending on the model. ASUS ESC700 G4 3-19
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    11. System panel connector (20-3 pin PANEL2) This connector supports several chassis-mounted functions. • System power LED (2-pin or 3-1 pin PLED) The 2-pin or 3-1 pin connector is for the system power LED. Connect the chassis
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    . • Locator Button/Switch (2-pin LOCATORBTN) This connector is for the locator button on the front panel. This button queries the state of the system locator. ASUS ESC700 G4 3-21
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    13. ATX power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR; 8-pin EATX12V1; 8-pin EATX12V2; 6-pin EATX12V3) These connectors are for ATX power supply plugs. The power supply plugs are designed to fit these connectors in only one orientation. Find the proper orientation and push down firmly until the connectors
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    be needed. Please contact ASUS if your need further support 15. Serial port connector (10-1 pin COM1) This connector is for a serial (COM) port. Connect the serial port module cable to this connector, then install the module to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis. ASUS ESC700 G4 3-23
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    16. VPP_I2C1 connector (10-1 pin VPP_I2C1) This connector is used for the Intel VMD function and sensor readings. 17. System Management Bus (SMBUS) connector (5-1 pin SMBUS1) This connector controls the system and power management-related tasks. This connector processes the messages to and from
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    This connector is for the add-on Thunderbolt I/O card that supports Intel's Thunderbolt Technology, allowing you to connect up to six supports PCIe 3.0 x4 NVM Express storage. The U.2 connector shares bandwidth with the M.2_2 socket . Adjust the BIOS settings to use U.2 devices. ASUS ESC700 G4
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    M Key design and type 2242 / 2260 / 2280 PCIe and SATA storage devices. • M.2_2 socket supports PCIe 3.0 x4 M Key design and type 2242 / 2260 / 2280 / 22110 PCIe storage devices. • These sockets support IRSTe (Intel® Rapid Storage Technology enterprise). • The M.2_2 socket shares bandwidth with the
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    its temperature. The thermal sensor is purchased separately. 22. MicroSD card slot (Micro SD) Your motherboard supports SD Memory Card v2.00 (SDHC) / v3.00 (SDXC). Disconnect all power (including redundant PSUs) loss of data, damage to your device, or memory card, or both. ASUS ESC700 G4 3-27
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    23. Aura RGB header (4-pin RGB_HEADER) This connector is for RGB LED strips. The RGB header supports 5050 RGB multi-color LED strips (12V/G/R/B), with a maximum power rating of 2A (12V), and no longer than 2 m. Before you install or remove any component,
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    is for individually addressable RGB WS2812B LED strips or WS2812B based LED strips. The addressable RGB header supports WS2812B addressable RGB LED strips (5V/Data/ Ground), with a maximum power rating of 3A system. • The addressable RGB LED strip is purchased separately. ASUS ESC700 G4 3-29
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    3-30 Chapter 3: Motherboard Information
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    Chapter 4: BIOS Setup BIOS Setup This chapter tells how to change the system settings through the BIOS Setup menus. Detailed descriptions of the BIOS parameters are also provided. 4
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    BIOS The new ASUS UEFI BIOS is as your operating system. The term "BIOS" in this user manual refers to "UEFI BIOS" unless otherwise specified. BIOS (Basic that you change the BIOS settings only with the help of a trained service personnel. • When downloading or updating the BIOS file, rename it as
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    not support the Bluetooth devices. Please visit ASUS website for the detailed BIOS content manual. BIOS menu screen The BIOS Setup program can be used under two modes: EZ Mode and Advanced Mode. You can change modes from Setup Mode in Boot menu or by pressing the hotkey. ASUS ESC700 G4 4-3
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    4.2.1 EZ Mode By default, the EZ Mode screen appears when you enter the BIOS setup program. The EZ Mode provides you an overview of the basic system information, and allows you to select the display language, system performance, mode and boot device priority. To access the Advanced Mode, select
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    Scroll bar Menu items General help Last modified settings Go back to EZ Mode Search on the FAQ Displays a quick overview of the system status ASUS ESC700 G4 4-5
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    Menu bar The menu bar on top of the screen has the following main items: My Favorites Main Advanced Boot Tool Exit Server Mgmt For saving the frequently-used system settings and configuration. For changing the basic system configuration For changing the advanced system settings For changing the
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    code, scan this QR code on your mobile device to connect to the BIOS FAQ web page of the ASUS support website. You can also scan the following QR code: Hot keys This button above the menu bar contains This button shows the items that you last modified and saved in BIOS Setup. ASUS ESC700 G4 4-7
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    4.2.3 EZ Tuning Wizard EZ Tuning Wizard allows you to easily overclock your CPU and DRAM, computer usage, and CPU fan to their best settings. You can also set RAID in your system using this feature. OC setup RAID setup OC Tuning To start OC Tuning: 1. Press on your keyboard or click EZ
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    connectors. 3. Select the port that you want to set to [RAID] mode, CPU or SATA, then click Next. • CPU (VROC mode): Supports Intel® Virtual Raid on CPU. This feature requires a KEY module (purchased separately) and Intel® SSD modules. • SATA (SATA mode): Supports SATA RAID. ASUS ESC700 G4 4-9
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    4. Select the type of storage for your RAID, Easy Backup or Super Speed, then click Next. a. For Easy Backup, click Next then select from Easy Backup (RAID 1) or Easy Backup (RAID 10). You can only select Easy Backup (RAID 10) if you connect four (4) HDDs. b. For Super Speed, click Next then
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    4.3 My Favorites My Favorites is your personal space where you can easily save and access your favorite BIOS items. My Favorites comes with several performance, power saving, and fast boot related items by default. You can personalize this screen by adding or removing items. ASUS ESC700 G4 4-11
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    Adding items to My Favorites To add BIOS items: 1. Press on your keyboard or click Setup Tree Map screen. from the BIOS screen to open 2. On the Setup Tree Map screen, select the BIOS items that you want to save in My Favorites screen. Main menu panel Selected shortcut items Submenu panel
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    the CPU's power. Enhanced Intel SpeedStep Technology This item allows more than two frequency to be supported. Configuration options: [Auto] [Enabled] [Disabled] Turbo Mode This item allows you to and temperature specification limit. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] ASUS ESC700 G4 4-13
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    Autonomous Core C-State This item allows you to enable or disable Autonomous Core C-State Control. Configuration options: [Auto] [Disabled] [Enabled] 4.5.2 Platform Misc Configuration The items in this menu allow you to change the ASPM for PCH and SA PCI Express. 4.5.3 System Agent (SA)
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    CPU storage configurations. Due to CPU behavior, CPU RAID functions with Intel® CPU RSTe only supports Intel® Skylake/Cascade Lake-W Series Processors and Intel® SSD modules. 4.5.8 Onboard Devices Configuration The hibernate or soft off states. Configuration options: [On] [Off] ASUS ESC700 G4 4-15
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    off. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enable(S4+S5)] [Enable(S5)] 4.5.10 Network Stack Configuration The items in this menu allow you to configure Ipv4 / Ipv6 PXE support. 4.5.11 HDD/SSD SMART Information This menu displays the SMART information of the connected devices. NVM Express devices do not
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    Mode of the BIOS after POST. CSM (Compatibility Support Module) This item allows you to configure the CSM (Compatibility Support Module) items to fully support the various VGA, bootable devices and add-on . Configuration options: [Ignore] [Legacy only] [UEFI driver first] ASUS ESC700 G4 4-17
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    installed in the system. • To access Windows® OS in Safe Mode, press after POST (Windows® 8 not supported). • To select the boot device during system startup, press when the ASUS Logo appears. Boot Override These items displays the available devices. The number of device items that appears
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    , click Tool > Secure Erase on the Advanced mode menu. Check the ASUS support site for a full list of SSDs tested with Secure Erase. The drive only supported on Intel SATA port. For more information about Intel SATA ports, refer to section 3.1 Motherboard layout of this manual. ASUS ESC700 G4 4-19
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    if the Secure Erase process is either incomplete or was stopped. This may be due to a third party software that uses a different password defined by ASUS. You have to unlock the SSD in the software before proceeding with Secure Erase. 4-20 Chapter 4: BIOS Setup
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    the PCIE slots that the graphics card is installed in your system. This feature is only supported on selected ASUS graphics cards. Bus Interface This item allows you to select the bus interface. Configuration options: [PCIEX16_1] [PCIEX16_2] [PCIEX16_3] [PCIEX16_4] [PCIE4_1] ASUS ESC700 G4 4-21
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    4.8 Exit menu The Exit menu items allow you to load the optimal default values for the BIOS items, and save or discard your changes to the BIOS items. You can access the EZ Mode from the Exit menu. Load Optimized Defaults This option allows you to load the default values for each of the parameters
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    a utility that allows you to update the motherboard BIOS in Windows® environment. • EZ Update requires an Internet connection either through a network or an ISP (Internet Service Provider). • This utility is available in the support DVD that comes with the motherboard package. ASUS ESC700 G4 4-23
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    through the Internet. To update the BIOS by USB: 1. Enter the Advanced Mode of the BIOS setup program. Go to the Tool menu to select ASUS EZ Flash 3 Utility and press . 2. Insert the USB flash disk that contains the latest BIOS file to the USB port. 3. Select via Storage Device
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    support instructions to complete the update. 5. Reboot the system when the update process is done. Ensure to load the BIOS default settings to ensure system compatibility and stability. Select the Load Optimized Defaults item under the Exit menu. See section 4.8 Exit Menu for details. ASUS ESC700 G4
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    you want to use the newer BIOS file, download the file at https://www.asus.com/support/ and save it to a USB flash drive. Recovering the BIOS To recover the BIOS: 1. Turn on the system. 2. Insert the motherboard support DVD to the optical drive, or the USB flash drive containing the BIOS file
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    Chapter 5: RAID Configuration RAID Configuration This chapter provides instructions for setting up, creating, and configuring RAID sets using the available utilities. 5
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    5.1 RAID configurations The motherboard supports Intel® Rapid Storage Technology enterprise with RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5, and RAID 10 solution. If you want to install a Windows® operating system to a hard disk drive
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    to [Intel RST Premium With Intel Optane System Acceleration (RAID)]. 4. Go to the Boot menu > CSM (Compatibility Support Module) > Launch CSM, then set the item to [Disabled]. 5. Save your changes and exit the BIOS Setup, to RAID mode, all SATA ports run at RAID mode together. ASUS ESC700 G4 5-3
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    Creating a RAID set To create a RAID set: 1. From the Intel® Rapid Storage Technology menu, select Create RAID Volume and press . The following screen appears: 2. When the Name item is selected, enter a name for the RAID set and press . 3. When the RAID Level item is selected, press <
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    allowed capacity. 7. When the Create Volume item is selected, press to create the RAID volume and return to the Intel® Rapid Storage Technology menu. ASUS ESC700 G4 5-5
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    Deleting a RAID set Be cautious when deleting a RAID set. You will lose all data on the hard disk drives when you delete a RAID set. To delete a RAID set: 1. From the Intel® Rapid Storage Technology menu, select the RAID volume you want to delete and press . The following screen appears: 2.
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    CPU in UEFI BIOS: 1. Enter the BIOS Setup during POST. 2. Go to the Boot menu > CSM (Compatibility Support Module) > Launch CSM, then set the item to [Disabled]. 3. Go to the Advanced menu > CPU Storage Configuration, Chapter 4 for details on entering and navigating through the BIOS Setup. ASUS ESC700 G4 5-7
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    Creating a RAID set To create a RAID set: 1. From the Intel® Virtual Raid on CPU menu, select Create RAID Volume and press . The following screen appears: 2. When the Name item is selected, enter a name for the RAID set and press . 3. When the RAID Level item is selected, press
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    allowed capacity. 8. When the Create Volume item is selected, press to create the RAID volume and return to the Intel® Rapid Storage Technology menu. ASUS ESC700 G4 5-9
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    Deleting a RAID set Be cautious when deleting a RAID set. You will lose all data on the hard disk drives when you delete a RAID set. To delete a RAID set: 1. From the Intel® Virtual Raid on CPU menu, select the RAID volume you want to delete and press . The following screen appears: 2. When
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    installing Windows® 10 OS: 1. Boot the computer using the Windows® 10 OS installation disc. Follow the screen instructions to start installing Windows® 10. 2. When prompted to choose a type of installation, click Custom: Install Windows only (advanced). 3. Click Load Driver. ASUS ESC700 G4 5-11
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    and replace with the motherboard Support DVD into the optical drive. Click Browse to driver in the corresponding folder of the Support DVD then click OK to continue. 6. finishes loading the RAID driver, replace the motherboard Support DVD with the Windows Server installation disc. Select
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    . The RAID BIOS setup screens shown in this section are for reference only and may not exactly match the items on your screen. The utility supports maximum four hard disk drives for RAID configuration. ASUS ESC700 G4 5-13
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    Creating a RAID set To create a RAID set: 1. From the utility main menu, select 1. Create RAID Volume and press . The following screen appears: Name: Volume 0 RAID Level: aaaaaaaaaaaaaaa Disks: dssdsdsds Strip Size:aaaaaaaaaaaaaaaa Capacity:aaaaaaaaaaaaaa Sync:aaaaaaaaaa Create volume [HELP]
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    to create this volume? (Y/N) 9. Press to create the RAID volume and return to the main menu, or to go back to the CREATE VOLUME menu. ASUS ESC700 G4 5-15
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    Deleting a RAID set Be cautious when deleting a RAID set. You will lose all data on the hard disk drives when you delete a RAID set. To delete a RAID set: 1. From the utility main menu, select 2. Delete RAID Volume and press . The following screen appears: Name Volume0 [DELETE VOLUME MENU]
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    OS version. Click OK. 4. Follow the succeeding screen instructions to complete the installation. Before loading the RAID driver from support DVD to the USB flash drive. To set up a Windows® UEFI operating system under RAID mode, ensure to load the UEFI driver for your optical drive. ASUS ESC700 G4
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    5-18 Chapter 5: RAID Configuration
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    Appendix Appendix A
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    WS C422 PRO/SE block diagram (48-Lane)
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    firmware image is loaded Reserved for future AMI progress codes Recovery PPI is not available Recovery capsule is not found (continued on the next page) ASUS ESC700 G4 A-3
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    Description Invalid recovery capsule Reserved for future AMI error codes DXE Core is started NVRAM initialization Installation of the PCH Runtime Services CPU DXE initialization is started PCI host bridge initialization System Agent DXE initialization is started System Agent DXE SMM initialization
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    ASL (see ASL Status Codes section below) Ready To Boot event Legacy Boot event Exit Boot Services event Runtime Set Virtual Address MAP Begin Runtime Set Virtual Address MAP End Legacy Option ROM Initialization transitioned into ACPI mode. Interrupt controller is in APIC mode. ASUS ESC700 G4 A-5
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    . 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
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    product complies with the EU RoHS Directive. For more details, see http://csr.asus.com/english/article.aspx?id=35 Japan JIS-C-0950 Material Declarations Information on Japan RoHS (JIS-C-0950) chemical disclosures is available on http://csr.asus.com/english/article.aspx?id=19 ASUS ESC700 G4 A-7
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    30/2011/TT-BCT của Việt Nam. Turkey RoHS AEEE Yönetmeliğine Uygundur ASUS Recycling/Takeback Services ASUS recycling and takeback programs come from our commitment to the highest standards for protecting our . Energy Star is NOT supported on FreeDOS and Linux-based operating systems. A-8 Appendix
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    of key environmental information for ASUS EPEAT (Electronic Product Environmental Assessment Tool) registered products is available at https://csr.asus.com/ english/article.aspx?id=41. More information about EPEAT program and purchase guidance can be found at www.epeat.net. ASUS ESC700 G4 A-9
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    +886-2-2894-3447 Fax +886-2-2890-7798 Web site https://www.asus.com Technical Support Telephone +86-21-38429911 Fax +86-21-58668722 ext: 9101 Online Support https://www.asus.com/support/Product/ContactUs/Services/ questionform/?lang=en ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. (Taiwan) Address 4F, No. 150
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    Czech Republic Telephone +420-596766888 Web site https://www.asus.com/cz/ Technical Support Telephone +420-596-766-891 Fax +420-596-766-329 E-mail [email protected] Online Support https://www.asus.com/support/Product/ContactUs/Services/ questionform/?lang=cs-cz ASUS ESC700 G4 A-11
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    Ul. Postępu 6, 02-676 Warszawa, Poland Web site https://www.asus.com/pl/ Technical Support Telephone +48-225718033 Online Support https://www.asus.com/support/Product/ContactUs/Services/ questionform/?lang=pl-pl ASK-Service (Russia and CIS) Address 10 Telephone (495) 640-32-75 Web
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Workstation
ESC700 G4
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