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    WS C246 PRO Motherboard
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    service will not be extended if: (1) the product is repaired, modified or altered, unless such repair, modification of alteration is authorized in writing by ASUS; or (2) the serial number of the product is defaced or missing. ASUS PROVIDES THIS MANUAL https://www.asus.com/support/ or (2) problems
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    guide...vii WS C246 PRO specifications summary ix Package contents...xi Installation tools and components xii Chapter 1: Product Introduction 1.1 Motherboard overview 1-1 1.1.1 Before you proceed 1-1 1.1.2 Motherboard layout 1-2 1.1.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU 1-4 1.1.4 System memory
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    Flash 3 Utility 3-19 3.9.2 ASUS Secure Erase 3-20 3.9.3 ASUS User Profile 3-21 3.9.4 ASUS SPD Information 3-21 3.9.5 Graphics Card Information 3-21 3.10 Exit menu 3-22 3.11 Updating BIOS 3-22 3.11.1 EZ Update 3-22 3.11.2 ASUS EZ Flash 3 3-23 3.11.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 3-25 iv
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    BIOS 4-2 4.1.4 Intel® Rapid Storage Technology Option ROM utility 4-6 4.2 Creating a RAID driver disk 4-10 4.2.1 Creating a RAID driver disk in Windows 4-10 Chapter 5: Multi GPU Support 5-4 Appendix WS C246 PRO block diagram A-1 Q-Code table...A-2 Notices ...A-5 ASUS contact information
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    Contact a qualified service technician or your retailer. Operation safety • Before installing the motherboard and adding devices on it, carefully read all the manuals that came with . • If you encounter technical problems with the product, contact a qualified service technician or your retailer. vi
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    5: Multi GPU Support This chapter describes how to install and configure multiple AMD® CrossFire™ graphics cards. Where to find more information Refer to the following sources for additional information and for product and software updates. 1. ASUS website The ASUS website (www.asus.com) provides
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    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
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    WS C246 PRO specifications summary LGA1151 socket for Intel® Xeon® Processor E Family (Coffee Lake) / Intel® 9th/8th Generation Core™ i9/i7/i5/i3 processors / Intel® Pentium™ CPU processors / Intel® Celeron™ processors* Supports Intel® Turbo Boost Technology Chipset Memory * Refer to www.asus
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    WS C246 PRO specifications summary Audio Rear Panel I/O Ports Internal I/O Connectors BIOS Feature Manageability OS Form Factor Realtek® ALC887 8-channel high definition audio CODEC - Optical S/PDIF out port at back I/O - 2 x USB 3.1 Gen 2 ports (1 port at Type-A, 1 port
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    package for the following items. Motherboard Cables Accessories Application DVD Documentation 1 x WS C246 PRO motherboard 8 x Serial ATA 6Gb/s cables 2 x M.2 screws kits 1 x COM port brackets 1 X I/O shield 1 x Q-connector 1 x Motherboard support DVD 1 x User guide If any of the above items
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    Intel® LGA1151 compatible CPU Fan Intel® LGA1151 CPU PC chassis SATA hard disk drive Phillips (cross) screwdriver Power supply unit 1 bag of screws DIMM SATA optical disc drive (optional) Graphics card The tools and components in the table above are not included in the motherboard package
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    in the bag that came with the component. • Before you install or remove any component, ensure that the ATX power supply is switched off or the power cord is detached from the power supply. Failure to do so may cause severe damage to the motherboard, peripherals, or components. ASUS WS C246 PRO 1-1
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    1.1.2 Motherboard layout Chapter 1 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. 1-2 Chapter 1: Product Introduction
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    CHA_FAN1-4) 2. ATX power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR; 8-pin EATX12V; 6-pin EATX12V_1) 3. LGA1151 CPU socket 4. DDR4 DIMM slots 5. M.2 sockets (M.2_1; M.2_2) 6. Intel® Serial ATA 6 Gb/s connectors (7-pin SATA6G_1-8) 7. Q-Code LED 8. BIOS 1-16 1-14 1-17 ASUS WS C246 PRO 1-3
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    . ASUS will process Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) requests only if the motherboard comes with the cap on the LGA1151 socket. • The product warranty does not cover damage to the socket contacts resulting from incorrect CPU installation/removal, or misplacement/loss/incorrect removal
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    memory The motherboard comes with four DDR 4 (Double Data Rate 4) Dual Inline Memory Modules (DIMM) slots. A DDR4 module is notched differently from a DDR, DDR2 or DDR3 module. DO NOT install a DDR, DDR2 or DDR3 memory module to the DDR4 slot. Recommended memory configurations ASUS WS C246 PRO
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    ECC and non‑ECC DDR4 DIMMs into the DIMM sockets. You may install varying memory sizes in Channel A and Channel B. The system maps the total size of the lower-sized channel for the dual-channel configuration. Any excess memory more efficient memory cooling system to support a full memory load (4
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    cord before adding or removing expansion cards. Failure to do so may cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components. Chapter 1 Slot No. 1 2 3 4 5 6 Slot Description PCIE x1_1 slot PCIE x16_1 slot PCIE x1_2 slot PCIE x16_2 slot PCIE x16_3 slot PCIE x16_4 slot ASUS WS C246 PRO 1-7
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    sufficient power when running CrossFireX™ mode. • We recommend you connect the EATX12V_1 cable when running CrossFireX™. • Connect a chassis fan to the motherboard connector labeled CHA_FAN1/2 when using multiple graphics cards for better thermal environment. 1-8 Chapter 1: Product Introduction
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    and gamers who continually change settings to enhance system performance. 1. Power-on button The motherboard comes with a power-on button that allows you to power up or wake up installing any motherboard component. 2. Reset button Press the reset button to reboot the system. ASUS WS C246 PRO 1-9
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    the Real Time Clock (RTC) RAM in CMOS. You can clear the CMOS memory of date, and system setup parameters by erasing the CMOS RTC RAM data. The the computer. 4. Hold down the key during the boot process and enter BIOS setup to re- enter data. Except when clearing the RTC RAM, never short-
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    . 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. USB BIOS Flashback LED (FLBK_LED) The BIOS Flashback LED flashes when you press the BIOS Flashback button for BIOS update. ASUS WS C246 PRO 1-11
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    a 2-digit POST code that displays the system status. • The Q-Code LED provides 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. 1-12 Chapter
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    Technology through the onboard Intel® C246 chipset. Chapter 1 • These connectors BIOS to [Intel RST Premium with Intel Optane System Acceleration(RAID)]. • SATA6G_2 port shares bandwidth with M.2_1 socket. When M.2_2 slot runs in SATA mode, the SATA6G_2 port will be disabled. ASUS WS C246 PRO
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    you connect a high-definition front panel audio module to this connector to avail of the motherboard's high-definition audio capability. 3. TPM connector (14-1 pin TPM) This connector supports a Trusted Platform Module (TPM) system, which securely store keys, digital certificates, passwords and data
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    up to 5 Gb/s, faster charging time for USB-chargeable devices, optimized power efficiency, and backward compatibility with USB 2.0. The USB 3.1 Gen 1 module is purchased separately. ASUS WS C246 PRO 1-15
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    for connecting USB 2.0 devices. These USB connectors comply with USB 2.0 specification that supports up to 480 Mbps connection speed. DO NOT connect a 1394 cable to the USB connectors. Doing so will damage the motherboard! 6. Serial port connector (10-1 pin COM1) This connector is for a serial (COM
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    pin CHA_FAN1-4) Connect the fan cables to the fan connectors on the motherboard, ensuring that the black wire of each cable matches the ground pin the fan connectors! • Ensure that the CPU fan cable is securely installed to the CPU fan connector. 8. Digital audio connector ASUS WS C246 PRO 1-17
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    System panel connector (20-3 pin PANEL) This connector supports several chassis-mounted functions. Chapter 1 • System power system warning speaker. The speaker allows you to hear system beeps and warnings. • ATX power button/soft-off button (2-pin PWRSW) This connector is for the system power
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    • For a fully configured system, we recommend that you use a power supply unit (PSU) that complies with ATX 12 V Specification 2.0 (or later version) and provides a minimum power of 350 W. • DO NOT forget to stability, and recommend connecting the 6-pin EATX12V_1 power plug. ASUS WS C246 PRO 1-19
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    shares bandwidth with SATA6G_2 port. When M.2_1 slot runs in SATA mode, the SATA6G_2 port will be disabled. • These sockets support IRST (Intel® Rapid Storage Technology). • These sockets support Intel® Optane memory. The M.2 SSD module is purchased separately. 1-20 Chapter 1: Product Introduction
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    / transit-related. • 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. Load lever Chapter 2 Load plate ASUS WS C246 PRO Retention tab Gold triangle mark Alignment key
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    Load lever Retention lock Load lever Retention tab Chapter 2 2-2 Chapter 2: Basic Installation
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    2.1.2 Cooling system installation Apply the Thermal Interface Material to the CPU cooling system and CPU before you install the cooling system, if necessary. To install the CPU heatsink and fan assembly Chapter 2 ASUS WS C246 PRO 2-3
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    2.1.3 Motherboard installation 1. Install the ASUS Q-Shield to the chassis rear I/O panel. 2. Place the motherboard into the chassis, ensuring that its rear I/O ports are aligned to the chassis' rear I/O panel. Chapter 2 2-4 Chapter 2: Basic Installation
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    3. Place nine (9) screws into the holes indicated by circles to secure the motherboard to the chassis. Chapter 2 DO NOT overtighten the screws! Doing so can damage the motherboard. ASUS WS C246 PRO 2-5
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    2.1.4 DIMM installation Chapter 2 To remove a DIMM 2-6 Chapter 2: Basic Installation
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    2.1.5 ATX power connection Chapter 2 OR AND • DO NOT connect the 6-pin power plug only, the motherboard may overheat under heavy usage. • Ensure to connect the 8-pin power plug, or connect both the 8-pin and 6-pin power plugs. ASUS WS C246 PRO 2-7
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    2.1.6 SATA device connection OR Chapter 2 2-8 Chapter 2: Basic Installation
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    Chapter 2 2.1.7 Front I/O connector To install ASUS Q-Connector To install front panel audio connector AAFP To install USB 3.1 Gen 1 connector To install USB 2.0 connector USB 3.1 Gen 1 USB 2.0 ASUS WS C246 PRO 2-9
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    2.1.8 Expansion card installation To install PCIe x16 cards To install PCIe x1 cards Chapter 2 2-10 Chapter 2: Basic Installation
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    2.1.9 M.2 installation Chapter 2 Supported M.2 type varies per motherboard. ASUS WS C246 PRO 2-11
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    site at www.asus.com/support/ and save it to as USB storage device. • We recommend you to use a USB 2.0 storage device to save the latest BIOS version for better compatibility and stability. • When downloading or updating the BIOS file, rename it as WS246P.CAP for this motherboard. 2. Insert the USB
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    of the USB drive. - If the problem persists, the USB drive may not be compatible, please try another USB drive of a different brand/model. Then retry the flashback by pressing the BIOS flashback button for three seconds until the Flashback LED starts to blink. Chapter 2 ASUS WS C246 PRO 2-13
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    Chapter 2 2.3 Motherboard rear and audio connections 2.3.1 Rear I/O connection Rear panel connectors 1. DisplayPort 2. VGA port 3. Intel® LAN port 1 and 2 (I210-AT & I219-LM)* 4. USB 3.1 Gen 2 Type-A port 4 5. HDMI 1.
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    ACT/LINK LED GREEN 1 Gbps connection SPEED LED LAN port You can disable the LAN controllers in BIOS. Due to hardware design, the LAN1 port's LEDs may continue to blink even when disabled. ** Audio Speaker Out Mic In Center/Sub woofer Rear Speaker Out Chapter 2 ASUS WS C246 PRO 2-15
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    2.3.2 Audio I/O connections Audio I/O ports Connect to Headphone and Mic Connect to Stereo Speakers Chapter 2 Connect to 2-channel Speakers 2-16 Chapter 2: Basic Installation
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    Chapter 2 Connect to 4-channel Speakers Connect to 5.1-channel Speakers Connect to 7.1-channel Speakers ASUS WS C246 PRO 2-17
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    panel case lights up. For systems with ATX power supplies, the system LED lights up when you press the ATX power button. If your monitor complies memory detected No VGA detected Hardware component failure 7. At power on, hold down the key to enter the BIOS Setup. Follow the instructions
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    a trained service personnel. • When downloading or updating the BIOS file, rename it as WS246P.CAP for this motherboard. • BIOS settings and options may vary due to different BIOS release versions. Please refer to the latest BIOS version for settings and options. Chapter 3 ASUS WS C246 PRO 3-1
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    reset the motherboard to the default value. See section 1.1.6 Onboard buttons and switches for information on how to erase the RTC RAM via the Clear CMOS button. • The BIOS setup program does not support the Bluetooth devices. Please visit ASUS website for the detailed BIOS content manual. BIOS menu
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    section Boot menu for details. Selects the display language of the BIOS setup program Displays the system properties of the selected mode. Click Intel Rapid Storage Technology Displays the CPU Fan's speed. Click the button to manually tune the fans Loads optimized default ASUS WS C246 PRO 3-3
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    Advanced Mode The Advanced Mode provides advanced options for experienced end-users to configure the BIOS settings. The figure below shows an example of the Advanced Mode. Refer to the following Hot Keys Search on the FAQ Displays a quick overview of the system status 3-4 Chapter 3: BIOS Setup
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    BIOS settings and save it to MyFavorites menu. Refer to section 3.3 My Favorites for more information. Q-Fan Control(F6) This button above the menu bar displays the current settings of your fans. Use this button to manually EZ Tuning Wizard for more information. Chapter 3 ASUS WS C246 PRO 3-5
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    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: Scroll brief description of the selected item. Use key to capture the BIOS screen and save it to the removable storage device. Configuration fields These
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    the operating speed of your CPU and chassis fans. Click to select a fan to be configured Select a profile to apply to your fans Click to apply the fan setting Click to undo the changes Click to go back to main menu Select to manually configure your fans Chapter 3 ASUS WS C246 PRO 3-7
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    configure your fans' operating speed. Chapter 3 Speed points To configure your fans: Select to manually configure your fans 1. Select the fan that you want to configure and to view its current status. 2. Click and drag the speed points to adjust
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    . 2. Click Yes to enable RAID. from the BIOS screen to open • Ensure that your HDDs have no existing RAID volumes. • Ensure to connect your HDDs to Intel® SATA connectors. 3. Select the port that you want to set to [RAID] mode, PCIE or SATA, then click Next. Chapter 3 ASUS WS C246 PRO 3-9
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    continue the RAID setup. 6. After the RAID setup is done, click Yes to exit the setup then click OK to reset your system. 3-10 Chapter 3: BIOS Setup
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    My Favorites is your personal space where you can easily save and access your favorite BIOS items. Chapter 3 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 WS C246 PRO 3-11
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    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 • User-managed items such as language and boot order • Configuration items such as Memory SPD Information, system time and date. 4. Click Exit (ESC) or press <
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    CPU ratio and features. Intel(R) SpeedStep(tm) Allows the operating system to dynamically adjust the processor voltage and cores frequency to decrease the average power consumption and decrease average heat production. Configuration options: [Auto] [Enabled] [Disabled] Chapter 3 ASUS WS C246 PRO
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    that the BIOS automatically detects. The items in this menu may vary based on the CPU installed. CPU - Power Management Control This item allows you to manage and configure the CPU's power. Intel(R) SpeedStep(tm) This item allows more than two frequency to be supported. Configuration options
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    While entering Setup, the BIOS automatically detects the presence of set to [AHCI] and allows you to enable or disable SATA Hot Plug Support. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] • SATA6G_5 and SATA6G_6 is only available is set to [SATA5/6/7/8 mode]. Chapter 3 ASUS WS C246 PRO 3-15
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    and port 6. PCIEX16_4 width is x2. [SATA5/6/7/8 mode] Supports all SATA devices. Please note that PCIEX16_4 cannot be used in this mode. [PCIEX16_4 x4 mode] Only supports PCIEX16_4. Please note that from SATA port 5 to Motherboard layout for the location of the USB ports. Chapter 3 3-16
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    compatibility. Launch CSM [Enabled] [Disabled] For better compatibility, enable the CSM to fully support the nonUEFI driver add-on devices or the Windows® UEFI mode. Disable the CSM to fully support the non-UEFI driver add-on devices or the Windows® UEFI mode. Chapter 3 ASUS WS C246 PRO 3-17
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    next boot after an AC power loss. [Fast Boot] Accelerates the boot speed on the next boot after an AC power loss. Chapter 3 3-18 Chapter 3: BIOS Setup
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    This item allows you to run ASUS EZ Flash 3. When you press , a confirmation message appears. Use the left/right arrow key to select between [Yes] or [No], then press to confirm your choice. For more details, refer to section 3.11.2 ASUS EZ Flash 3. Chapter 3 ASUS WS C246 PRO 3-19
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    Erase, 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 : • Frozen. The frozen state is the result of a BIOS protective measure. The BIOS guards drives that do not have password protection by freezing them
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    updating the BIOS to prevent the system boot failure! • We recommend that you update the BIOS file only coming from the same memory/ CPU configuration and BIOS supported on selected ASUS graphics cards. Bus Interface This item allows you to select the bus interface. Chapter 3 ASUS WS C246 PRO
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    version of BIOS, DO NOT manually update the BIOS. Inappropriate BIOS updating may result to system's failure to boot. Carefully follow the instructions in this chapter to update your BIOS when necessary. Visit http://www.asus.com to download the latest BIOS file for this motherboard. The following
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    contains the latest BIOS, and then press . 6. Press to switch to the Folder Info field. 7. Press the Up/Down arrow keys to find the BIOS file, and then press to perform the BIOS update process. Reboot the system when the update process is done. Chapter 3 ASUS WS C246 PRO 3-23
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    Mode of the BIOS setup program. Go to the Tool menu to select ASUS EZ Flash 3 Utility and press . 2. Select via Internet. 3. Press the Left/Right arrow keys to select an Internet connection method, and then press . Chapter 3 4. Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the update
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    you to enter BIOS Setup to recover the BIOS setting. To ensure system compatibility and stability, we recommend that you press to load default BIOS values. DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS! Doing so can cause system boot failure! Chapter 3 ASUS WS C246 PRO 3-25
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    Chapter 3 3-26 Chapter 3: BIOS Setup
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    Chapter 4: RAID Support RAID Support 4 4.1 RAID configurations The motherboard supports Intel® Rapid Storage Technology with RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5, and RAID 10 solution. If you want to hard disk drives or use an existing drive and three new drives for this setup. Chapter 4 ASUS WS C246 PRO 4-1
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    motherboard. 4.1.3 Intel® Rapid Storage Technology in UEFI BIOS To enter the Intel® Rapid Storage Technology in UEFI BIOS: 1. Enter the BIOS (Compatibility Support Module) > Launch CSM, then set the item to [Disabled]. 5. Save your changes and exit the BIOS Setup, then enter the BIOS Setup again
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    to create, and then press . 4. Under Select Disks, press and select X for the disks you want to include in the RAID set. Chapter 4 ASUS WS C246 PRO 4-3
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    5. When the Strip Size item is selected, press to select strip size for the RAID array (for RAID 0, 10 and 5 only), and then press . The available strip size values range from 4 KB to 128 KB. The following are typical values: - RAID 0: 128 KB - RAID 10: 64 KB - RAID 5: 64 KB We
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    , press , then select Yes to delete the RAID volume and return to the Intel® Rapid Storage Technology menu, or select No to cancel. Chapter 4 ASUS WS C246 PRO 4-5
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    4.1.4 Intel® Rapid Storage Technology Option ROM utility To enter the Intel® Rapid Storage Technology Option ROM utility: 1. Enter the BIOS Setup during POST. 2. Go to the Boot menu > CSM (Compatibility Support Module) > Launch CSM, then set the item to [Enabled]. 3. Save your changes and exit the
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    Disk Non-RAID Disk Non-RAID Disk Non-RAID Disk Select 2 to 6 to use in creating the volume. [↑↓]-Prev/Next [SPACE]-SelectDisk [ENTER]-Done Chapter 4 ASUS WS C246 PRO 4-7
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    5. Use the up/down arrow key to select a drive, and then press to select. A small triangle marks the selected drive. Press after completing your selection. 6. Use the up/down arrow key to select the strip size for the RAID array (for RAID 0, 10 and 5 only), and then press .
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    delete "Volume0"? (Y/N): 3. Press to delete the RAID set and return to the utility main menu, or press to return to the DELETE VOLUME menu. Chapter 4 ASUS WS C246 PRO 4-9
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    for the corresponding OS version. Click OK. 4. Follow the succeeding screen instructions to complete the installation. Before loading the RAID driver from a USB you have to use another computer to copy the RAID driver from the support DVD to the USB flash drive. To set up a Windows® UEFI operating
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    Chapter 5 Chapter 5: Multi GPU Support Multiple GPU Support 5 5.1 AMD CrossFireX™ technology The motherboard supports the AMD CrossFireX™ technology that allows you to install multi your current graphics card driver/s, then select Uninstall/Change. 6. Turn off your computer. ASUS WS C246 PRO 5-1
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    the two graphics card into the PCIEX16 slots. If your motherboard has more than two PCIEX16 slots, refer to Chapter 1 in this user manual for the locations of the PCIEX16 slots recommended for multi-graphics ™ bridge is only required for selected graphics cards. 5-2 Chapter 5: Multiple GPU Support
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    the three graphics card into the PCIEX16 slots. If your motherboard has more than three PCIEX16 slots, refer to Chapter 1 in this user manual for the locations of the PCIEX16 slots recommended for multi cards separately. 6. Connect a VGA or a DVI cable to the graphics card. ASUS WS C246 PRO 5-3
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    to the documentation that came with your graphics card package to install the device drivers. Ensure that your PCI Express graphics card driver supports the AMD CrossFireX™ technology. Download the latest driver from the AMD website at www.amd.com. 5.1.6 Enabling the AMD CrossFireX™ technology After
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    , click Performance > AMD CrossFireX™. 2. Select Enable CrossFireX™. 3. Select a GPU combination from the drop-down list. 4. Click Apply to save and activate the GPU settings made. ASUS WS C246 PRO 5-5
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    Chapter 5 5-6 Chapter 5: Multiple GPU Support
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    Appendix WS C246 PRO block diagram Appendix ASUS WS C246 PRO A-1
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    speed DXE IPL is started Unspecified memory initialization error Memory not installed Invalid CPU type or Speed CPU mismatch CPU self test failed or possible CPU cache error CPU micro-code is not found or micro-code update is failed Internal CPU error Reset PPI is not available Reserved for future
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    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 ASL Status Codes section below) Setup Input Wait (continued on the next page) ASUS WS C246 PRO A-3
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    To Boot event Legacy Boot event Exit Boot Services event Runtime Set Virtual Address MAP Begin Runtime ) Reserved for future AMI codes CPU initialization error System Agent initialization error Option is failed (StartImage returned error) Flash update is failed Reset protocol is not available ACPI
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    radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that - Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. Appendix ASUS WS C246 PRO A-5
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    Compliance Statement of Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED) This device complies with Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada licence exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2)
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    in homogenous materials for cadmium, except for the exemptions listed in Schedule II of the Rule. Vietnam RoHS ASUS products sold in Vietnam, on or after September 23, 2011,meet the requirements of the Vietnam Circular 30/2011/TT-BCT. Turkey RoHS AEEE Yönetmeliğine Uygundur ASUS WS C246 PRO A-7
  • Asus WS C246 PRO | Users Manual English - Page 100
    Recycling/Takeback Services ASUS recycling and takeback programs come from our commitment to 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
  • Asus WS C246 PRO | Users Manual English - Page 101
    tam metni şu adreste bulunabilir: www.asus.com/support Bosanski ASUSTeK Computer Inc. ovim izjavljuje da je ovaj uređaj usklađen sa bitnim zahtjevima i ostalim odgovarajućim odredbama vezanih direktiva. Cijeli tekst EU izjave o usklađenosti dostupan je na: www.asus.com/support ASUS WS C246 PRO A-9
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    Harkortstrasse 21-23, 40880 Ratingen, Germany Web site https://www.asus.com/de Online contact https://www.asus.com/support/Product/ContactUs/ Services/questionform/?lang=de-de Technical Support Telephone (DE) Telephone (AT) Online support +49-2102-5789557 +43-1360-2775461 https://www
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