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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 - Asus WS C422 PRO/SE | WS C422 PROSE User Manual - Page 3
Contents Safety information...vi About this guide...vii WS C422 PRO/SE specifications summary ix Package contents...xiv Installation tools 2.1.8 Expansion card installation 2-10 2.1.9 M.2 installation 2-11 2.2 BIOS update utility 2-13 2.3 Motherboard rear and audio connections 2-14 2.3.1 - Asus WS C422 PRO/SE | WS C422 PROSE User Manual - Page 4
3-17 3.7.2 Secure Erase 3-17 3.7.3 ASUS Overclocking Profile 3-19 3.7.4 ASUS SPD Information 3-19 3.7.5 IPMI HWM 3-19 3.7.6 Graphics Card Information 3-19 3.8 Exit menu 3-20 3.9 Server Mgmt menu 3-20 3.10 Updating BIOS 3-21 3.10.1 EZ Update 3-21 3.10.2 ASUS EZ Flash 3 3-22 3.10 - Asus WS C422 PRO/SE | WS C422 PROSE User Manual - Page 5
two SLI-ready graphics cards 5-6 5.2.3 Installing three SLI-ready graphics cards 5-7 5.2.4 Installing the device drivers 5-8 5.2.5 Enabling the NVIDIA® SLI® technology 5-8 Appendix WS C422 PRO/SE block diagram (48-Lane A-1 Q-Code table...A-2 Notices ...A-5 ASUS contact information A-10 v - Asus WS C422 PRO/SE | WS C422 PROSE User Manual - Page 6
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 - Asus WS C422 PRO/SE | WS C422 PROSE User Manual - Page 7
GPU support This chapter describes how to install and configure multiple AMD CrossFireX™ and NVIDIA® SLI® 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 - Asus WS C422 PRO/SE | WS C422 PROSE User Manual - Page 8
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 - Asus WS C422 PRO/SE | WS C422 PROSE User Manual - Page 9
WS C422 PRO/SE specifications summary CPU Chipset Memory Expansion slots Multi-GPU support Storage LAN USB LGA2066 Socket for Intel® Xeon-W Series Processors Supports 14nm CPU Supports Intel® Turbo Boost Max Technology 2.0* * The Intel® Turbo Boost Max Technology 2.0 Support Depends on the CPU - Asus WS C422 PRO/SE | WS C422 PROSE User Manual - Page 10
WS C422 PRO/SE specifications summary Audio Rear Panel I/O Ports Realtek ALC S1220A 8-Channel 10 1 x BIOS FlashBack™ Button 2 x USB 3.1 Gen 2 ports (USB Type-C® & Type-A) 4 x USB 3.1 Gen 1 ports (Blue) 4 x USB 2.0 ports (1 Supports BIOS FlashBack™) 1 x Optical S/PDIF Out Port 2 x Intel LAN (RJ45) - Asus WS C422 PRO/SE | WS C422 PROSE User Manual - Page 11
WS C422 PRO/SE specifications summary Internal I/O Connectors 1 x Aura Addressable Strip Header 1 x AAFP connector 1 x Aura RGB Strip Header 1 x USB 3.1 Gen 1 connector supports additional 2 USB 3.1 Gen 1 ports 1 x USB 2.0 connector(s) support(s) additional 2 USB 2.0 port(s) 1 x USB 3.1 Gen 2 - Asus WS C422 PRO/SE | WS C422 PROSE User Manual - Page 12
WS C422 PRO/SE specifications summary ASUS Special Features DIGI+ Power Control - CPU Power: Digital 8-phase power design - DRAM: Digital 2-phase power design Turbo LAN Intel® Virtual RAID on CPU (VROC) ready ASMedia USB 3.1 Gen 2 Controller supports Multiple-Ins function Thunderbolt 3 support - - Asus WS C422 PRO/SE | WS C422 PROSE User Manual - Page 13
WS C422 PRO/SE specifications summary ASUS Special Features Form Factor UEFI BIOS - CrashFree BIOS 3 - EZ Flash3 - EZ Tuning Wizard - ASUS UEFI BIOS EZ Mode - Multi-language BIOS MemOK! ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution - Stylish M.2 Heat-sink solution ATX Form Factor 12" x 9.6" • Specifications are - Asus WS C422 PRO/SE | WS C422 PROSE User Manual - Page 14
1 x WS C422 PRO/SE motherboard 6 x SATA 6Gb/s cables 1 x VGA bracket cable 1 x USB 2.0 bracket cable 1 x RGB Addressable LED extension cable 2 x M.2 screws kits 1 x ASUS 3-Way SLI® bridge 1 x ASUS SLI® bridge 1 x COM port brackets 1 X I/O shield 1 x Motherboard support DVD 1 x User guide If any - Asus WS C422 PRO/SE | WS C422 PROSE User Manual - Page 15
Installation tools and components Intel® LGA2066 compatible CPU Fan Intel® LGA2066 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 - Asus WS C422 PRO/SE | WS C422 PROSE User Manual - Page 16
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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 C422 PRO/SE 1-1 - Asus WS C422 PRO/SE | WS C422 PROSE User Manual - Page 18
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 - Asus WS C422 PRO/SE | WS C422 PROSE User Manual - Page 19
EATXPWR; 8-pin EATX12V1; 8-pin EATX12V2; 6-pin EATX12V3) 5. LGA2066 CPU socket 6. USB 3.1 Gen 1 connector (20-1 pin (3-pin DIMMTRIP1) 10. IPMI SW setting (3-pin IPMI_SW1) 11. Intel® Serial ATA 6 Gb/s connectors (7-pin SATA6G_12; SATA 6G_34; SATA 1-29 1-22 1-14 1-13 1-32 ASUS WS C422 PRO/SE 1-3 - Asus WS C422 PRO/SE | WS C422 PROSE User Manual - Page 20
LGA2066 socket designed for the Intel® Skylake/Cascade Lake-W Series Processors. Chapter 1 Ensure that you install the correct CPU designed for LGA2066 damage to the PnP cap/socket contacts/motherboard components. ASUS will shoulder the cost of repair only if the damage is shipment/ - Asus WS C422 PRO/SE | WS C422 PROSE User Manual - Page 21
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® Skylake/Cascade Lake-W Series Processors ASUS WS C422 PRO/SE 1-5 - Asus WS C422 PRO/SE | WS C422 PROSE User Manual - Page 22
, 64 GB, and 128 GB LRDIMMs into the DIMM sockets. For Intel® Skylake/Cascade Lake-W Series Processors, you may install varying memory sizes in use a more efficient memory cooling system to support a full memory load (8 DIMMs) or ASUS website for the latest QVL. 1-6 Chapter 1: Product Introduction - Asus WS C422 PRO/SE | WS C422 PROSE User Manual - Page 23
components. Chapter 1 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 slot (max. at x8 mode) ASUS WS C422 PRO/SE 1-7 - Asus WS C422 PRO/SE | WS C422 PROSE User Manual - Page 24
Chapter 1 48-Lane CPUs VGA / PCIe configuration PCIe 3.0 x16_1 PCIe 3.0 x16_2 PCIe 3.0 x16_3 PCIe 3.0 x16_4 PCI Express 3.0 operating mode Single VGA / PCIe card Dual VGA / PCIe cards Triple VGA / PCIe cards x16 (single VGA x16 x16 recommended) N/A x16 x16 N/A N/A x16 N/A N/A N/A - Asus WS C422 PRO/SE | WS C422 PROSE User Manual - Page 25
down the system and unplug the power cable before removing or installing any motherboard component. 2. Reset button Press the reset button to reboot the system. ASUS WS C422 PRO/SE 1-9 - Asus WS C422 PRO/SE | WS C422 PROSE User Manual - Page 26
press the MemOK! button to boot and load the BIOS default settings. A message will appear during POST reminding you that the BIOS has been restored to its default settings. • We recommend that you download and update to the latest BIOS version from www.asus.com after using the MemOK! function. 1-10 - Asus WS C422 PRO/SE | WS C422 PROSE User Manual - Page 27
4. Clear CMOS button (CLR_CMOS) Press this button to clear the BIOS setup information only when the systems hangs due to overclocking. Chapter 1 ASUS WS C422 PRO/SE 1-11 - Asus WS C422 PRO/SE | WS C422 PROSE User Manual - Page 28
Chapter 1 1.1.7 Jumpers 1. CPU Over Voltage jumper (3-pin CPU_OV) The CPU Over Voltage jumper allows you to set a higher CPU voltage for a flexible overclocking system, depending on the type of the installed CPU. To gain more CPU voltage setting, insert the jumper to pins 2-3. To go back to its - Asus WS C422 PRO/SE | WS C422 PROSE User Manual - Page 29
. 4. VGA controller setting (3-pin VGA_SW1) This jumper allows you to enable or disable the onboard VGA controller. Set to pins 1-2 to activate the VGA feature. ASUS WS C422 PRO/SE 1-13 - Asus WS C422 PRO/SE | WS C422 PROSE User Manual - Page 30
Chapter 1 5. IPMI SW setting (3-pin IPMI_SW1) This jumper allows you to select which protocol in the GPU sensor to function. 6. Baseboard Management Controller setting (3-pin BMC_EN1) This jumper allows you to enable (default) or disable on-board BMC. Ensure to set this BMC jumper to enabled to - Asus WS C422 PRO/SE | WS C422 PROSE User Manual - Page 31
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 locate and quickly identify the server in error on a server rack. ASUS WS C422 PRO/SE 1-15 - Asus WS C422 PRO/SE | WS C422 PROSE User Manual - Page 32
Chapter 1 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. 1-16 Chapter 1: Product Introduction - Asus WS C422 PRO/SE | WS C422 PROSE User Manual - Page 33
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. ASUS WS C422 PRO/SE 1-17 - Asus WS C422 PRO/SE | WS C422 PROSE User Manual - Page 34
Storage Technology enterprise through the onboard Intel® C422 chipset. These connectors are set to [AHCI Mode] by default. If you intend to create a Serial ATA RAID set using these connectors, set the SATA Mode item in the BIOS to [Intel RST Premium (RAID)]. 1-18 Chapter 1: Product Introduction - Asus WS C422 PRO/SE | WS C422 PROSE User Manual - Page 35
(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 The latest USB 3.1 Gen 2 connectivity provides data transfer speeds of up to 10 Gbps. ASUS WS C422 PRO/SE 1-19 - Asus WS C422 PRO/SE | WS C422 PROSE User Manual - Page 36
Chapter 1 4. USB 3.1 Gen 1 connector (20-1 pin U31G1_12) These connector allows you to connect a USB 3.1 Gen 1 module for additional USB 3.1 Gen 1 front or rear panel ports. With an installed USB 3.1 Gen 1 module, you can enjoy all the benefits of USB 3.1 Gen 1 including faster data transfer speeds - Asus WS C422 PRO/SE | WS C422 PROSE User Manual - Page 37
connector supports a Trusted Platform Module (TPM) system, which securely store keys, digital certificates, passwords and data. A TPM system also helps enhance network security, protect digital identities, and ensures platform integrity. The TPM module is purchased separately. ASUS WS C422 PRO/SE - Asus WS C422 PRO/SE | WS C422 PROSE User Manual - Page 38
7. VGA connector (16-1 pin VGA_HDR1) This connector supports the VGA High Dynamic-Range interface. Chapter 1 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. 1-22 - Asus WS C422 PRO/SE | WS C422 PROSE User Manual - Page 39
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. ASUS WS C422 PRO/SE 1-23 - Asus WS C422 PRO/SE | WS C422 PROSE User Manual - Page 40
Chapter 1 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 that connects to the front message LED. The message - Asus WS C422 PRO/SE | WS C422 PROSE User Manual - Page 41
11. System panel connector (20-3 pin PANEL2) This connector supports several chassis-mounted functions. Chapter 1 • System power LED (2-pin or 3-1 pin PLED) The 2-pin or a chassis component is removed or replaced. The signal is then generated as a chassis intrusion event. ASUS WS C422 PRO/SE 1-25 - Asus WS C422 PRO/SE | WS C422 PROSE User Manual - Page 42
Chapter 1 12. Auxiliary panel connector (20-2 pin AUX_PANEL1) This connector is for additional front panel features including front panel SMB, locator LED and switch, chassis intrusion, and LAN LEDs. • Front panel SMB (6-1 pin FPSMB) This connector is for the front panel SMBus cable. • LAN - Asus WS C422 PRO/SE | WS C422 PROSE User Manual - Page 43
-end PCI Express x16 cards, use a PSU with 1000W power or above to ensure the system stability, and recommend connecting the 6-pin EATX12V3 power plug. ASUS WS C422 PRO/SE 1-27 - Asus WS C422 PRO/SE | WS C422 PROSE User Manual - Page 44
ASMB9. Power supply is required to meet PMBus specification and customized BMC FW may 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 - Asus WS C422 PRO/SE | WS C422 PROSE User Manual - Page 45
connector controls the system and power management-related tasks. This connector processes the messages to and from devices rather than tripping the individual control lines. ASUS WS C422 PRO/SE 1-29 - Asus WS C422 PRO/SE | WS C422 PROSE User Manual - Page 46
This connector is for the add-on Thunderbolt I/O card that supports Intel's Thunderbolt Technology, allowing you to connect up to six Thunderbolt- U.2 connector which 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 - Asus WS C422 PRO/SE | WS C422 PROSE User Manual - Page 47
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 U.2 connector. Adjust the BIOS settings to use U.2 devices. The M.2 SSD module is purchased separately. ASUS WS C422 PRO/SE 1-31 - Asus WS C422 PRO/SE | WS C422 PROSE User Manual - Page 48
Chapter 1 21. MicroSD card slot (Micro SD) Your motherboard supports SD Memory Card v2.00 (SDHC) / v3.00 (SDXC). Disconnect all power (including redundant PSUs) from the existing system before you add or remove a Memory - Asus WS C422 PRO/SE | WS C422 PROSE User Manual - Page 49
22. 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 only light up under the operating system. • The LED strip is purchased separately. ASUS WS C422 PRO/SE 1-33 - Asus WS C422 PRO/SE | WS C422 PROSE User Manual - Page 50
RGB header (4-pin ADD_HEADER) This connector 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 (5V) and a maximum of 60 LEDs. Before you - Asus WS C422 PRO/SE | WS C422 PROSE User Manual - Page 51
note the order in opening/ closing the double latch. Follow the instructions printed on the metal sealing hatch or the illustrations shown below in this manual. The plastic cap will pop up automatically once the CPU is in place and the hatch properly sealed down. Chapter 2 ASUS WS C422 PRO/SE 2-1 - Asus WS C422 PRO/SE | WS C422 PROSE User Manual - Page 52
Triangle mark Triangle mark Chapter 2 2-2 Chapter 2: Basic Installation - Asus WS C422 PRO/SE | WS C422 PROSE User Manual - Page 53
2.1.2 Cooling system installation Apply the Thermal Interface Material to the CPU heatsink and CPU before you install the heatsink and fan, if necessary. To install the CPU heatsink and fan assembly Chapter 2 ASUS WS C422 PRO/SE 2-3 - Asus WS C422 PRO/SE | WS C422 PROSE User Manual - Page 54
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 - Asus WS C422 PRO/SE | WS C422 PROSE User Manual - Page 55
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 C422 PRO/SE 2-5 - Asus WS C422 PRO/SE | WS C422 PROSE User Manual - Page 56
2.1.4 DIMM installation Chapter 2 To remove a DIMM 2-6 Chapter 2: Basic Installation - Asus WS C422 PRO/SE | WS C422 PROSE User Manual - Page 57
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 C422 PRO/SE 2-7 - Asus WS C422 PRO/SE | WS C422 PROSE User Manual - Page 58
2.1.6 SATA device connection OR Chapter 2 2-8 Chapter 2: Basic Installation - Asus WS C422 PRO/SE | WS C422 PROSE User Manual - Page 59
Chapter 2 2.1.7 Front I/O connector To install ASUS Q-Connector To install USB 3.1 Gen 2 connector USB 3.1 Gen 2 This connector will only fit in one Gen 1 connector To install USB 2.0 connector USB 3.1 Gen 1 To install front panel audio connector USB 2.0 AAFP ASUS WS C422 PRO/SE 2-9 - Asus WS C422 PRO/SE | WS C422 PROSE User Manual - Page 60
2.1.8 Expansion card installation To install PCIe x16 cards To install PCIe x4 cards Chapter 2 2-10 Chapter 2: Basic Installation - Asus WS C422 PRO/SE | WS C422 PROSE User Manual - Page 61
2.1.9 M.2 installation To install M.2 type 22110 storage device to M.2_2 and/or M.2 type 2280 storage device to M.2_1 Chapter 2 M.2_1 M.2_2 Supported M.2 type varies per motherboard. ASUS WS C422 PRO/SE 2-11 - Asus WS C422 PRO/SE | WS C422 PROSE User Manual - Page 62
To install M.2 type 2242/2260/2280 storage device to M.2_2 and/or M.2 type 2242/2260 storage device to M.2_1 Chapter 2 M.2_1 M.2_2 Supported M.2 type varies per motherboard. 2-12 Chapter 2: Basic Installation - Asus WS C422 PRO/SE | WS C422 PROSE User Manual - Page 63
/file format error. If this scenario happens, please restart the system to turn off the light. • Updating BIOS may have risks. If the BIOS program is damaged during the process and results to the system's failure to boot up, please contact your local ASUS Service Center. ASUS WS C422 PRO/SE 2-13 - Asus WS C422 PRO/SE | WS C422 PROSE User Manual - Page 64
rear and audio connections 2.3.1 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 7. USB - Asus WS C422 PRO/SE | WS C422 PROSE User Manual - Page 65
up then steady) from S5 mode ACT/LINK SPEED LED 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 2, Out Mic In Center/Sub woofer Rear Speaker Out Chapter 2 ASUS WS C422 PRO/SE 2-15 - Asus WS C422 PRO/SE | WS C422 PROSE User Manual - Page 66
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 - Asus WS C422 PRO/SE | WS C422 PROSE User Manual - Page 67
Chapter 2 Connect to 4-channel Speakers Connect to 5.1-channel Speakers Connect to 7.1-channel Speakers ASUS WS C422 PRO/SE 2-17 - Asus WS C422 PRO/SE | WS C422 PROSE User Manual - Page 68
system then runs the power-on self tests (POST). While the tests are running, the BIOS beeps (refer to the BIOS beep codes table) or additional messages power on, hold down the key to enter the BIOS Setup. Follow the instructions in Chapter 3. 2.5 Turning off the computer While the system - Asus WS C422 PRO/SE | WS C422 PROSE User Manual - Page 69
a trained service personnel. • When downloading or updating the BIOS file, rename it as WSCSE.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 C422 PRO/SE 3-1 - Asus WS C422 PRO/SE | WS C422 PROSE User Manual - Page 70
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 screen The BIOS Setup program can be used under two modes: EZ Mode - Asus WS C422 PRO/SE | WS C422 PROSE User Manual - Page 71
language Creates storage RAID and of the BIOS setup program configures system overclocking Chapter 3 Enables or disables the SATA RAID mode for Intel Rapid Storage Technology enterprise Loads optimized options vary depending on the devices you installed to the system. ASUS WS C422 PRO/SE 3-3 - Asus WS C422 PRO/SE | WS C422 PROSE User Manual - Page 72
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 to EZ Mode Search on the FAQ Displays a quick overview of the system status 3-4 Chapter 3: BIOS Setup - Asus WS C422 PRO/SE | WS C422 PROSE User Manual - Page 73
you want to display in your BIOS screen. My Favorites (F3) This button above the menu bar shows all BIOS items in a Tree Map setup. Select frequentlyused BIOS settings and save it to MyFavorites menu Refer to section 3.2.3 EZ Tuning Wizard for more information. Chapter 3 ASUS WS C422 PRO/SE 3-5 - Asus WS C422 PRO/SE | WS C422 PROSE User Manual - Page 74
Move your mouse over this button to show a QR 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 the navigation keys for the - Asus WS C422 PRO/SE | WS C422 PROSE User Manual - Page 75
Select the port that you want to set to [RAID] mode, CPU or SATA, then click Next. Chapter 3 • 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 WS C422 PRO/SE 3-7 - Asus WS C422 PRO/SE | WS C422 PROSE User Manual - Page 76
to continue the RAID setup. 6. After the RAID setup is done, click Yes to exit the setup then click OK to reset your system. 3-8 Chapter 3: BIOS Setup - Asus WS C422 PRO/SE | WS C422 PROSE User Manual - Page 77
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. Chapter 3 ASUS WS C422 PRO/SE 3-9 - Asus WS C422 PRO/SE | WS C422 PROSE User Manual - Page 78
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 Delete all favorite items Recover to - Asus WS C422 PRO/SE | WS C422 PROSE User Manual - Page 79
If you have forgotten your BIOS password, erase the CMOS Real Time Clock (RTC) RAM to clear the BIOS password. See section 1.1.6 CPU's power. Enhanced Intel SpeedStep Technology This item allows more than two frequency to be supported. Configuration options: [Auto ] ASUS WS C422 PRO/SE 3-11 - Asus WS C422 PRO/SE | WS C422 PROSE User Manual - Page 80
the BIOS automatically driver Intel RST Premium (RAID)] when you want to create a RAID configuration from the SATA hard disk drives. S.M.A.R.T. Status Check SMART (Self-Monitoring, Analysis and Reporting Technology) is a monitoring system that shows a warning message during POST (Power-on Self Test - Asus WS C422 PRO/SE | WS C422 PROSE User Manual - Page 81
. Due to CPU behavior, CPU RAID functions with Intel® CPU RSTe only supports Intel® Skylake/Cascade Lake-W Series Processors and Intel® SSD modules. 3.5.8 Onboard Devices Configuration The items in hibernate or soft off states. Configuration options: [On] [Off] Chapter 3 ASUS WS C422 PRO/SE 3-13 - Asus WS C422 PRO/SE | WS C422 PROSE User Manual - Page 82
This item allows you to enable or disable the Intel LAN / LAN2 controllers. Configuration options: [Disabled items in this menu allow you to configure Ipv4 / Ipv6 PXE support. 3.5.11 HDD/SSD SMART Information This menu displays the SMART information the firmware TPM. 3-14 Chapter 3: BIOS Setup - Asus WS C422 PRO/SE | WS C422 PROSE User Manual - Page 83
you want to launch. Configuration options: [Ignore] [Legacy only] [UEFI driver first] Boot from Storage Devices This item allows you to select the type of storage devices that you want to launch. Configuration options: [Ignore] [Legacy only] [UEFI driver first] Chapter 3 ASUS WS C422 PRO/SE 3-15 - Asus WS C422 PRO/SE | WS C422 PROSE User Manual - Page 84
that you want to launch. Configuration options: [Legacy only] [UEFI driver first] Secure Boot This item allows you to configure the Windows® F8> after POST (Windows® 8 not supported). • To select the boot device during system startup, press when the ASUS Logo appears. Boot Override These items - Asus WS C422 PRO/SE | WS C422 PROSE User Manual - Page 85
Erase on the Advanced mode menu. Check the ASUS support site for a full list of SSDs tested with Secure Erase. The drive may become supported on Intel SATA port. For more information about Intel SATA ports, refer to section 1.1.2 Motherboard layout of this manual. Chapter 3 ASUS WS C422 PRO/SE - Asus WS C422 PRO/SE | WS C422 PROSE User Manual - Page 86
: • 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 party software that uses a different password defined by ASUS. You have to unlock the SSD in the software before proceeding with Secure Erase. Chapter 3 - Asus WS C422 PRO/SE | WS C422 PROSE User Manual - Page 87
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] Chapter 3 ASUS WS C422 PRO/SE 3-19 - Asus WS C422 PRO/SE | WS C422 PROSE User Manual - Page 88
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 management status and allows you to change the settings. Chapter 3 3-20 Chapter 3: BIOS Setup - Asus WS C422 PRO/SE | WS C422 PROSE User Manual - Page 89
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. Chapter 3 ASUS WS C422 PRO/SE 3-21 - Asus WS C422 PRO/SE | WS C422 PROSE User Manual - Page 90
varies per region and Internet conditions. Check your local Internet connection before updating 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 - Asus WS C422 PRO/SE | WS C422 PROSE User Manual - Page 91
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 3.8 Exit Menu for details. ASUS WS C422 PRO/SE - Asus WS C422 PRO/SE | WS C422 PROSE User Manual - Page 92
or gets corrupted during the updating process. You can restore a corrupted BIOS file using the motherboard support DVD or a USB flash drive that contains the BIOS file. The BIOS file in the motherboard support DVD may be older than the BIOS file published on the ASUS official website. If you want - Asus WS C422 PRO/SE | WS C422 PROSE User Manual - Page 93
of both RAID 0 and RAID 1 configurations. Use four new hard disk drives or use an existing drive and three new drives for this setup. Chapter 4 ASUS WS C422 PRO/SE 4-1 - Asus WS C422 PRO/SE | WS C422 PROSE User Manual - Page 94
RST Premium (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, then enter the BIOS Setup again. 6. Go to the Advanced menu > Intel(R) RSTe SATA Controller then press to display the - Asus WS C422 PRO/SE | WS C422 PROSE User Manual - Page 95
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 Disks, press and select X for the disks you want to include in the RAID set. Chapter 4 ASUS WS C422 PRO/SE 4-3 - Asus WS C422 PRO/SE | WS C422 PROSE User Manual - Page 96
default value indicates the maximum 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. Chapter 4 4-4 Chapter 4: RAID Configurations - Asus WS C422 PRO/SE | WS C422 PROSE User Manual - Page 97
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 . volume and return to the Intel® Rapid Storage Technology menu, or select No to cancel. Chapter 4 ASUS WS C422 PRO/SE 4-5 - Asus WS C422 PRO/SE | WS C422 PROSE User Manual - Page 98
as OS drives, please install the Hyper M.2 X16 Cards to PCIEX16 slots. To enter the Intel® Virtual Raid on 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 - Asus WS C422 PRO/SE | WS C422 PROSE User Manual - Page 99
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 Select Disks, press and select X for the disks you want to include in the RAID set. Chapter 4 ASUS WS C422 PRO/SE 4-7 - Asus WS C422 PRO/SE | WS C422 PROSE User Manual - Page 100
default value indicates the maximum 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. Chapter 4 4-8 Chapter 4: RAID Configurations - Asus WS C422 PRO/SE | WS C422 PROSE User Manual - Page 101
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 RAID volume and return to the Intel® Virtual Raid on CPU menu, or select No to cancel. Chapter 4 ASUS WS C422 PRO/SE 4-9 - Asus WS C422 PRO/SE | WS C422 PROSE User Manual - Page 102
on how to install the RAID controller drivers during OS installation. To install the RAID controller driver when 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 - Asus WS C422 PRO/SE | WS C422 PROSE User Manual - Page 103
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. Chapter 4 ASUS WS C422 PRO/SE 4-11 - Asus WS C422 PRO/SE | WS C422 PROSE User Manual - Page 104
Rapid Storage Technology Option ROM utility To enter the Intel® Rapid Storage Technology Option ROM utility: 1. Turn on the system. 2. to move through the menus and select the menu options. The RAID BIOS setup screens shown in this section are for reference only and may not exactly match the - Asus WS C422 PRO/SE | WS C422 PROSE User Manual - Page 105
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 C422 PRO/SE 4-13 - Asus WS C422 PRO/SE | WS C422 PROSE User Manual - Page 106
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 . - Asus WS C422 PRO/SE | WS C422 PROSE User Manual - Page 107
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 C422 PRO/SE 4-15 - Asus WS C422 PRO/SE | WS C422 PROSE User Manual - Page 108
Exiting the Intel® Rapid Storage Technology Option ROM utility To exit the utility: 1. From the succeeding screen instructions to complete the installation. Before loading the RAID driver from a USB flash drive, you have to use another computer to copy the RAID driver from the support DVD to the - Asus WS C422 PRO/SE | WS C422 PROSE User Manual - Page 109
are AMD certified. • Ensure that your graphics card driver supports the AMD CrossFireX™ technology. Download the latest driver from the AMD website (www.amd.com). • . 5. Select your current graphics card driver/s, then select Uninstall/Change. 6. Turn off your computer. ASUS WS C422 PRO/SE 5-1 - Asus WS C422 PRO/SE | WS C422 PROSE User Manual - Page 110
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 card installation. 3. Ensure that the bridge is only required for selected graphics cards. 5-2 Chapter 5: Multiple GPU Support - Asus WS C422 PRO/SE | WS C422 PROSE User Manual - Page 111
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-graphics card installation. 3. Ensure that the separately. 6. Connect a VGA or a DVI cable to the graphics card. ASUS WS C422 PRO/SE 5-3 - Asus WS C422 PRO/SE | WS C422 PROSE User Manual - Page 112
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 - Asus WS C422 PRO/SE | WS C422 PROSE User Manual - Page 113
, 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 C422 PRO/SE 5-5 - Asus WS C422 PRO/SE | WS C422 PROSE User Manual - Page 114
certified. • Ensure that your graphics card driver supports the NVIDIA® SLI® technology. Download the latest driver from the NVIDIA website at www.nvidia.com more than two PCIEX16 slots, refer to Chapter 1 in this user manual for the locations of the PCIEX16 slots recommended for multi-graphics card - Asus WS C422 PRO/SE | WS C422 PROSE User Manual - Page 115
came with your graphics card package to install the device drivers. To install three SLI-ready graphics cards: 1. Prepare three manual for locations of the PCIEX16 slots recommended for multi-graphics card installation. 3. Ensure that the cards are properly seated on the slots. ASUS WS C422 PRO/SE - Asus WS C422 PRO/SE | WS C422 PROSE User Manual - Page 116
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 NVIDIA® SLI® technology. Download the latest driver from the NVIDIA website at www.nvidia.com. 5.2.5 Enabling the NVIDIA® SLI® technology After - Asus WS C422 PRO/SE | WS C422 PROSE User Manual - Page 117
Chapter 5 B1. If you cannot see the NVIDIA Control Panel item in step (A), select Screen Resolution. B2. From the Screen Resolution window, click Advanced settings. B3. The NVIDIA Control Panel window appears. ASUS WS C422 PRO/SE 5-9 - Asus WS C422 PRO/SE | WS C422 PROSE User Manual - Page 118
Enabling SLI® settings From the NVIDIA Control Panel window, select Configure SLI, Surround, PhysX. In the Quad-SLI enabled, click Maximize 3D Performance SLI to set the display for viewing SLI® rendered content. When done, click Apply. Chapter 5 5-10 Chapter 5: Multiple GPU Support - Asus WS C422 PRO/SE | WS C422 PROSE User Manual - Page 119
Appendix WS C422 PRO/SE block diagram (48-Lane) Appendix ASUS WS C422 PRO/SE A-1 - Asus WS C422 PRO/SE | WS C422 PROSE User Manual - Page 120
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 AMI error codes S3 - Asus WS C422 PRO/SE | WS C422 PROSE User Manual - Page 121
is started NVRAM initialization Installation of the PCH Runtime Services CPU DXE initialization is started PCI host bridge DXE codes Boot Device Selection (BDS) phase is started Driver connecting is started PCI Bus initialization is started PCI Bus the next page) ASUS WS C422 PRO/SE A-3 - Asus WS C422 PRO/SE | WS C422 PROSE User Manual - Page 122
section below) Ready To Boot event Legacy Boot event Exit Boot Services event Runtime Set Virtual Address MAP Begin Runtime Set Virtual Address MAP returned error) Boot Option is failed (StartImage returned error) Flash update is failed Reset protocol is not available ACPI/ASL Checkpoints (under - Asus WS C422 PRO/SE | WS C422 PROSE User Manual - Page 123
including interference that may cause undesired operation. This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However Appendix ASUS WS C422 PRO/SE A-5 - Asus WS C422 PRO/SE | WS C422 PROSE User Manual - Page 124
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) - Asus WS C422 PRO/SE | WS C422 PROSE User Manual - Page 125
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 C422 PRO/SE A-7 - Asus WS C422 PRO/SE | WS C422 PROSE User Manual - Page 126
Recycling/Takeback Services ASUS recycling and takeback programs come from our commitment to , batteries, other components as well as the packaging materials. Please go to http://csr.asus.com/english/Takeback.htm for detailed recycling information in different regions. DO NOT throw the motherboard - Asus WS C422 PRO/SE | WS C422 PROSE User Manual - Page 127
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 C422 PRO/SE A-9 - Asus WS C422 PRO/SE | WS C422 PROSE User Manual - Page 128
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