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    E900 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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    vii Operation Safety vii Restricted Access Location vii About this guide...ix Chapter 1: Product Introduction 1.1 System package contents 1-2 1.2 Serial number label 1-2 1.3 E900 G4 specifications summary 1-3 1.4 Front panel features 1-6 1.5 Rear panel features 1-7 1.6 Internal features
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    Onboard LEDs 3-10 3.5 Internal connectors 3-13 Chapter 4: BIOS Setup 4.1 Managing and updating your BIOS 4-2 4.1.1 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility 4-2 4.1.2 ASUS EzFlash Utility 4-3 4.1.3 BUPDATER utility 4-4 4.2 BIOS setup program 4-6 4.2.1 BIOS menu screen 4-7 4.2.2 Menu bar 4-7 4.2.3 Menu
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    NVMe Configuration 4-15 4.6.13 Offboard SATA Controller Configuration 4-15 4.6.14 Audio Configuration 4-16 4.6.15 ASMedia Storage Controller 4-16 4.6.16 E900 Fan Mode Selection 4-16 4.6.17 Network Stack Configuration 4-16 4.6.18 iSCSI Configuration 4-16 4.7 Platform Configuration menu 4-16
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    5-19 5.4.2 Deleting a RAID set 5-21 5.4.3 Installing the RAID controller driver during Windows® 10 OS installation 5-22 Appendix WS C621E SAGE block diagram A-2 Q-Code table...A-3 Notices ...A-7 ASUS contact information A-10 vi
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    service technician or your dealer. Operation Safety • Servicing of this product or units is to be performed by trained service personnel only. • Before operating the server, carefully read all the manuals only be gained by SERVICE PERSONS or by USERS who have been instructed about the reasons for
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    CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT Heavy System CAUTION! This server system is heavy. Ask for assistance when moving or carrying the system. viii
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    users with at least basic knowledge of configuring a server. Contents This guide contains the following parts: 1. Chapter 1: Product Introduction This chapter 5. Chapter 5: RAID Configuration This chapter provides instructions for setting up, creating and configuring RAID sets using the available
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    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 ASUS websites The ASUS websites worldwide provide updated information for all ASUS
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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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    of the product, ASUS Technical Support team members can then offer a quicker and satisfying solution to your problems. Smart Card SD/MMC/MS USB BIOS Flashback TYPE C 10 USB3.1 USB3.0 USB3.0 SPDIF OUT REAR C/SUB MIC IN LINE OUT LINE IN KY E900 G4 xxS0xxxxxxxx 1-2 Chapter 1: Product
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    ® RSTe (for Windows and Linux; Support software RAID 0, 1, 10 & 5) ASMedia® SATA RAID Controller* - 2 x SATA 6Gb/s ports Optional kits: SAS Controller ASUS PIKE II 3008 8-port SAS HBA card ASUS PIKE II 3108 8-port SAS HW RAID card 12G SAS Support (continued on the next page) ASUS E900 G4 1-3
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    E900 G4 specifications summary Storage Bays 8 x 3.5"/2.5" Hot-swap Storage Bays (4 x 3.5" SATA HDD + 4 x 2.5" SAS HDD with PIKE card) 1 x M.2 Socket 3, supporting type 22110/2280/2260/2242 (PCIe Gen3 x4 and SATA mode) 4 x U.2 connector (optional kit for NVMe support)* * Supports Intel® Virtual
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    E900 G4 specifications summary Dimension (HH x WW x DD) Net Weight Kg (CPU, DRAM & HDD not inclu ded) Power Supply and Rating 35°C Non operating temperature: -40°C ~ 70°C Non operating humidity: 20% ~ 90% ( Non condensing) Specifications are subject to change without notice. ASUS E900 G4 1-5
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    1.4 Front panel features The E900 G4 workstation features a simple yet stylish front panel design. The power and reset buttons, LED indicators, optical drive, and USB ports are all conveniently located at
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    LINE OUT LINE IN KY Expansion slots 120 mm x 120 mm system fan vents Redundant power supply* * The power supply unit may vary between models ASUS E900 G4 COM port Optional I/O port 1-7
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    USB BIOS Flashback TYPE C 10 USB3.1 USB3.0 USB3.0 SPDIF OUT REAR C/SUB MIC IN LINE OUT LINE IN KY Power supply* * The power supply unit may vary between models 1-8 Chapter 1: Product Introduction
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    replacing any system component. The barebone server does not include a floppy disk drive. If you need to use a floppy disk, connect the USB floppy disk drive to any of the USB ports on the front or rear panel. WARNING HAZARDOUS MOVING PARTS KEEP FINGERS AND OTHER BODY PARTS AWAY ASUS E900 G4 1-9
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    1.7 LED information 1.7.1 Front panel LEDs Smart Card SD/MMC/MS USB BIOS Flashback TYPE C 10 USB3.1 USB3.0 USB3.0 SPDIF OUT REAR C/SUB MIC IN LINE OUT LINE IN KY Smart Card SD/MMC/MS HDD Access LED TYPE C SPDIF O M LED Display/Port HDD Access LED Icon Display status HDMI SPDIF
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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 covers • 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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    the chassis. TYPE C 10 USB3.1 USB3.0 USB3.0 SPDIF OUT REAR C/SUB MIC IN LINE OUT LINE 3. Repeat steps 1 and 2 to replace the other side cover. ASUS E900 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 LGA3647 socket. • The product warranty does not cover
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    the socket to prevent damaging the CPU pins on the socket. The heatsink screws are T30 models. A torque value of 12 inch-lbf is recommended. ASUS E900 G4 2-5
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    into the DIMM sockets. • For system stability, use a more efficient memory cooling system to support a full memory load (12 DIMMs) or overclocking condition. • Always install the DIMMS with DIMMs are purchased separately. • Visit the ASUS website for the latest QVL. 2-6 Chapter 2: Hardware Setup
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    configuration A1 B1 C1 D1 E1 F1 G1 H1 J1 K1 L1 M1 2 DIMMs P - - - - - P - - - - 4 DIMMs P P - - - - P P - - - - 6 DIMMs PPP - - - PPP - - - 8 DIMMs PP - PP - PP - PP - 12 DIMMs P P P P P P P P P P P P ASUS E900 G4 2-7
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    the user guide bundled in the motherboard package. • Refer to the ASUS website 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
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    air duct To remove the air duct: 1. Remove the two (2) screws from the fan. 2. Remove the fan connector from the FRNT_FAN3 connector on the motherboard. ASUS E900 G4 2-9
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    3. Remove the four (4) screws from the GPU bar then remove the GPU bar and place it aside. GPU bar 4. Remove the two (2) screws of the air duct then remove the air duct and place them aside. 2-10 Chapter 2: Hardware Setup
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    device trays, or an optional four (4) NVME drives via the bottom four storage device trays. • Support for the optional four (4) NVME is optional and is purchased separately. • The storage devices are storage device bay. Screw holes (HDD) HDD notches (Storage device tray) ASUS E900 G4 2-11
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    5. Align the storage device tray and storage device assembly with the storage device tray railing in the bay. 6. Push the storage device tray and storage device assembly all the way into the depth of the bay until the storage device tray is seated securely in the bay. 7. Repeat steps 2 to 6 to
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    tray using a suitable tool. Please refer to the illustration below for the location of the storage device tray lock pin. Storage device tray lock pin ASUS E900 G4 2-13
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    5. Align and insert the 2.5-inch storage device into the storage device tray ensuring that the screw holes on the storage device matches the screw holes on the storage bay, then secure the storage device to the storage device tray using the bundled screws. 6. Align the storage device tray and
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    x8 mode) 3 PCIe x16_3 slot 4 PCIe x16_4 slot (max. at x8 mode) 5 PCIe x16_5 slot 6 PCIe x16_6 slot (max. at x8 mode) 7 PCIe x16_7 slot ASUS E900 G4 2-15
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    2.6.1 Installing an expansion card The expansion cards, such as GPU cards are purchased separately 1. Before installing the expansion card, read the documentation that came with it and make the necessary hardware settings for the card. 2. Remove the GPU bar. Please refer to the section Air Duct for
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    6. Align the card's golden fingers with the slot, and then press firmly until the card is completely seated on the slot. 7. Secure the expansion card with the screw(s) that you removed earlier in step 4. ASUS E900 G4 2-17
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    on the GPU bar so that you can adjust it to match the position of the installed expansion card. Ensure that there is a support on either side of the expansion card, then replace the screws removed previously. 9. Position the GPU bar in a diagonal position, then place it into the
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    11. Secure the GPU bar using the four (4) screws removed previously. 12. Secure the fan to the GPU bar and chassis using the two (2) screws removed previously. 13. Connect the fan connector to the FRNT_FAN3 connector on the motherboard. ASUS E900 G4 2-19
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    2.6.2 Configuring an expansion card Slot No. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Single VGA PCI Express 3.0 operating mode 2-way SLI® / CrossFireX™ 3-way SLI® / CrossFireX™ - - x16 - - - x16 (single VGA x16 x16 recommended) - - - - x16 x16 - - - - - - 4-way SLI® / CrossFireX™ x16 - x16 x16
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    your passive graphics card into the reserved empty expansion slot(s), then secure it using the screws removed earlier. The passive graphics card is purchased separately. ASUS E900 G4 2-21
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    SPDIF OUT REAR C/SUB MIC IN LINE OUT LINE 5. Remove the metal cover of the passive fan module cable slot. Take extra care when removing the metal cover. Use tools such as a screw driver to bend and remove the metal cover to avoid physical injury. 6. Align the passive fan module to the screw holes
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    and FRNT_FAN3 connectors on the motherboard. Ensure to remove all other cables on the FRNT_FAN2 and FRNT_FAN3 connectors before conencting the fan cables. FRNT_FAN2 FRNT_FAN3 ASUS E900 G4 2-23
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    2.6.4 Installing a PIKE II card Unplug the power cord before installing or removing an expansion card. Failure to do so may cause severe damage to the motherboard and other system components! 1. Remove the GPU bar and air duct from the chassis, please refer to section Air Duct for more details. 2.
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    3. Remove the DIMMs from the DIMM slots A1-F1. DIMM_F1 DIMM_E1 DIMM_D1 DIMM_A1 DIMM_B1 DIMM_C1 4. Remove the two (2) bay screws securing the riser card tray from the right side of the system. ASUS E900 G4 2-25
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    5. Remove the other two (2) bay screws securing the riser card tray from the left side of the system. 6. Pull the 5.25-inch bay locks outwards. 7. Remove the riser card tray from the 5.25-inch bay. 8. Attach the riser card tray fan to the riser card tray and secure it with the bundled four (4)
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    . Connect the bundled power cable to the 4-pin power connector on the riser card. 11. Connect two (2) OCuLink cables to the riser card. OCUPCIE2 OCUPCIE1 ASUS E900 G4 2-27
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    12. Connect the OCuLink cables to the motherboard. Ensure to connect the cable connected to OCUPCIE1 to the U.2_4 connector on your motherboard, and the cable connected to OCUPCIE2 to the U.2_3 connector on your motherboard. 13. Connect the fan extension cable to the FRNT_FAN5 connector on your
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    with the bay screw holes, then replace the two (2) screws removed from before. 21. Push the bay lock inwards to secure the riser card tray. ASUS E900 G4 2-29
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    22. Connect the Mini SAS HD cable from step 16 to the MSAS_HD1 connector on the top back plane. The top back plane is located on the reverse side of the illustration below. 23. Connect the Mini SAS HD cable from step 17 to the MSAS_HD1 connector on the bottom back plane. The bottom back plane is
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    M.2 socket and set it aside. 4. Align and insert the M.2 card into the M.2 slot. 5. Secure the M.2 card with the screw that you removed earlier in step 2. ASUS E900 G4 2-31
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    6. Peel off the plastic film on the thermal pad located on the bottom side of the M.2 heatsink. 7. Replace the M.2 heatsink and secure it with the three (3) screws removed earlier. 2-32 Chapter 2: Hardware Setup
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    the system chassis. 2 2 1 2 1 2 3. Insert the replacement power supply module into the chassis. You will hear a sound when the power supply module is secured in place. ASUS E900 G4 2-33
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    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 WSC621ES. to boot up, please contact your local ASUS Service Center. 2-34 Chapter 2: Hardware Setup
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    port EA2 4. LAN (RJ-45) ports 1, 2* (Shared LAN is only supported when ASMB9 Card is installed) 5. USB 2.0 ports 9, 10. Lower port supports USB BIOS Flashback function. 6. USB 3.1 Gen 2 Type-C™ port EC1 7. 3.1 Gen 2 ports for faster and better performance for your devices. ASUS E900 G4 2-35
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    * LAN ports LED indications Activity Link LED Speed LED Status Description Status Description Off No link Off 10 Mbps connection Orange Linked Orange 100 Mbps connection Orange (Blinking) Data activity Green 1 Gbps connection Orange (Blinking Ready to wake up then steady) from S5
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    2.9.2 Audio I/O connections Audio I/O ports Connect to Headphone and Mic Connect to Stereo Speakers Connect to 2-channel Speakers ASUS E900 G4 2-37
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    Connect to 4-channel Speakers Connect to 5.1-channel Speakers Connect to 7.1-channel Speakers 2-38 Chapter 2: Hardware Setup
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    component failure 7. At power on, hold down the key to enter the BIOS Setup. Follow the instructions in Chapter 3. 2.11 Turning off the computer While the system is ON, press the power button for less the system enter the soft-off mode regardless of the BIOS setting. ASUS E900 G4 2-39
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    2-40 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 3.5 Internal connectors and 2.10.1 Rear I/O connection for more information about rear panel connectors and internal connectors. 3-2 Chapter 3: Motherboard Information
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    ) Page 2-6 3-20 2-4 3-23 3-24 3-7 3-6 3-6 3-16 3-13 3-13 3-22 3-15 3-21 3-26 3-15 3-5 3-7 3-25 3-17 3-19 3-8 3-17 3-9 3-18 3-8 3-25 3-12 3-4 3-4 3-24 3-16 3-14 3-14 3-26 3-27 ASUS E900 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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    not help, remove the onboard battery and move the jumper again to clear the CMOS RTC RAM data. After the CMOS clearance, reinstall the battery. ASUS E900 G4 3-5
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    DIMMTRIP1-2) These jumpers allow you to enable or disable DDR4 DIMM thermal sensing event pin. 3. SATADOM power setting (3-pin DOM1_PWR1) This jumper allows SATA8 to support SATADOM which do not need external power connections. Set to pins 2-3 to activate the SATA8
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    others. 5. ME firmware force recovery setting (3-pin ME_RCVR1) This jumper allows you to quickly recover the Intel Management Engine (ME) firmware when it becomes corrupted. ASUS E900 G4 3-7
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    6. PCH_MFG1 setting (3-pin PCH_MFG1) This jumper allows you to update the BIOS ME block. 7. IPMI SW setting (3-pin IPMI_SW1) This jumper allows you to select which protocol in the GPU sensor to function. 3-8 Chapter 3: Motherboard Information
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    Remote Management Function will still be available when VGA controller settings is set to disabled, but the display will be disabled on the client device. ASUS E900 G4 3-9
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    3.4 Onboard LEDs 1. Standby Power LED (SBPWR1) The motherboard comes with a standby power LED. The green LED lights up to indicate that the system is ON, in sleep mode, or in soft-off mode. This is a reminder that you should shut down the system and unplug the power cable before removing or plugging
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    and indicates its initiation status. When the PSU is plugged and the system is OFF, ASUS ASMB management device starts system initiation for about one (1) minute. The BMC LED blinks after system initiation finishes. This LED is only enabled for the WS C621E SAGE (BMC) model. ASUS E900 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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    to [RAID]. 2. ASMedia® Serial ATA 6 Gb/s connectors (7-pin SATA_E1-2) These connectors connect to Serial ATA 6 Gb/s hard disk drives via Serial ATA 6 Gb/s signal cables. ASUS E900 G4 3-13
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    3. 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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    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 E900 G4 3-15
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    7. VGA connector (16-1 pin VGA_HDR1) This connector supports the VGA High Dynamic-Range interface. 8. U.2 connectors (U.2_1; U.2_2; U.2_3; U.2_4) This motherboard comes with U.2 connectors which support PCIe 3.0 x4 NVM Express storage. 3-16 Chapter 3: Motherboard Information
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    KEY module to enable CPU RAID functions with Intel® CPU RSTe. Intel® RSTe and the onboard VROC Key supports Intel® VROC functions, please refer to the table below for more information on the different RAID support of different KEY modules. The KEY module is purchased separately. ASUS E900 G4 3-17
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    these connectors, then install the module to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis. 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! 3-18 Chapter
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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 E900 G4 3-19
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    not place jumper caps on the fan connectors! • 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. 3-20 Chapter 3: Motherboard Information
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    14. System panel connector (20-1 pin PANEL1) This connector supports several chassis-mounted functions. • System power LED (3-pin PLED) This 3-pin connector is for the 2-pin connector is for the chassis-mounted reset button for system reboot without turning off the system power. ASUS E900 G4 3-21
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    15. 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 connects the front panel SMBus cable. • LAN activity LED (2-
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    -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 E900 G4 3-23
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    card. Power supply is required to meet PMBus specification and customized BMC FW may be needed. Please contact ASUS if your need further support 18. 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
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    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 E900 G4 3-25
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    pattern generation, device information, and general purpose data. 22. BMC connector (14-1 pin ASMB9) The BMC connector on the motherboard supports an ASUS® Server Management Board card. • This connector is only enabled when ASMB9 Card is installed. • The Baseboard Management Card is only available
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    23. Micro SD card slot (MSD1) Your motherboard supports SD Memory Card v2.00 (SDHC) / v3.00 (SDXC) when an ASMB9 Card is or both. • The SD memory card is purchased separately. • The MicroSD Slot is only supported with BMC Function and not supported for normal use under the OS. ASUS E900 G4 3-27
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    3-28 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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    disk drive in case you need to restore the BIOS in the future. Copy the original motherboard BIOS using the BUPDATER utility. 4.1.1 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility The ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 is an auto recovery tool that allows you to restore the BIOS file when it fails or gets corrupted during the
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    BIOS setup program. Go to the Tool menu to select Start EzFlash and press to enable it. ASUS Tek. EzFlash Utility Current Platform Platform : WS C621E SAGE Version : 0201 Build Date :05/05/2017 New Platform . 7. Reboot the system when the update process is done. ASUS E900 G4 4-3
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    BIOS file for the motherboard. Save the BIOS file to a bootable USB flash disk drive. 2. Download the BUPDATER utility (BUPDATER.exe) from the ASUS support website at support.asus.com to the bootable USB flash disk drive you created earlier. 3. Boot the system in DOS mode, then at the prompt, type
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    The utility verifies the file, then starts updating the BIOS file. ASUS Tek. EzFlash Utility Current Platform Platform : WS C621E SAGE Version : 0201 Build Date :05/05/2017 New the system from the hard disk drive. The BIOS update is finished! Please restart your system. C:\> ASUS E900 G4 4-5
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    4.2 BIOS setup program This motherboard supports a programmable firmware chip that you can update using the provided utility not exactly match what you see on your screen. • Visit the ASUS website (www.asus.com) to download the latest BIOS file for this motherboard. 4-6 Chapter 4: BIOS Setup
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    options To select an item on the menu bar, press the right or left arrow key on the keyboard until the desired item is highlighted. ASUS E900 G4 4-7
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    4.2.3 Menu items The highlighted item on the menu bar displays the specific items for that menu. For example, selecting Main shows the Main menu items. The other items (Advanced, Platform Configuration, Socket Configuration, Event Logs, Server Mgmt, Monitor, Security, Boot, Tool, and Save & Exit) on
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    CPU internal frequency. Configuration options: [Auto] [Manual] [OC Tune] The following item appears only when you set the Ai Overclocking Tuner to [Manual]. BCLK Frequency This item allows you to set to select the OC Tune Level. Configuration options: [Level 1] [Level 2] [Level 3] ASUS E900 G4 4-9
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    4.5 Performance Tuning menu The Performance Tuning menu items allow you to change performance related settings for different scenarios. Optimized Performance Setting [Default] Allows you to select performance settings for different scenarios. [Default] Default settings. [By Benchmark] Optimize
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    keep the processor operating at the turbo frequency. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Linux support may vary by version of the OS. Engine Boost [Disabled] Enable this item to boost energy efficiency. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enable Auto] [Enable Manual] ASUS E900 G4 4-11
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    panel audio connector (AAFP) mode to legacy AC'97 or high-definition audio depending on the audio standard that the front panel audio module supports. [HD Audio] Sets the front panel audio connector (AAFP) mode to high definition [AC97] audio. Sets the front panel audio connector (AAFP) mode to
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    Intel LAN ROM type. Configuration options: [Disabled] [PXE] [iSCSI] Intel LAN2 Enable Allows you to enable or disable the Intel LAN. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] ASUS E900 G4 4-13
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    decoded in above 4G address space. It only works if the system supports 64-bit PCI decoding. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] SR-IOV Support This option enables or disables SIngle Root IO Virtualization Support if the system has SRIOV capable PCIe devices. Configuration options: [Disabled
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    appear only when you set the CSM Support to [Enabled]. GateA20 Active This allows you to set the GA20 option. [Upon Request] GA20 can be disabled using BIOS services. [Always] Do not allow disabling Allows you to configure the offboard SATA controller configuration. ASUS E900 G4 4-15
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    you to select the E900 Fan Mode. E900 Fan Mode Selection This item allows you to select the fan mode type. Configuration options: [Auto Mode] [Passive Mode] 4.6.17 Network Stack Configuration The items in this menu allow you to configure Ipv4 / Ipv6 PXE support. 4.6.18 iSCSI Configuration Allows
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    Hard Disk Drive. Configuration options: [AHCI] [RAID] Support Aggressive Link Power Management Allows you to enable or disable the Support Aggressive Link Power (SALP) Management. Configuration options: menu displays and provides options to change the Common RefCode Settings. ASUS E900 G4 4-17
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    Allows you to switch between Hardware P-States mode. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Native Mode] [Out of Band Mode] [Native Mode with no Legacy Support] CPU C State Control CPU C6 Report Allows you to select CPU C6 Report. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] [Auto] OS ACPI Cx Allows
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    items in this menu is only enabled for the WS C621E SAGE (BMC) model. WS C621E SAGE does not support the items in this menu. 4.10.1 System Event Log Allows you to change the SEL event log configuration. 4. Event Log This item allows you to view the system event log records. ASUS E900 G4 4-19
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    appears on the screen depends on the number of devices installed in the system. • To select the boot device during system startup, press when ASUS Logo appears. • To access Windows OS in Safe Mode, please press after POST. Network Device BBS Priorities This item allows you to set the
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    press to display the submenu. Start EzFlash Allows you to run ASUS EzFlash BIOS ROM Utility when you press . Refer to the ASUS EzFlash Utility section for details. 4.15 Save & Exit menu The Exit menu system. Click an item to start booting from the selected device. ASUS E900 G4 4-21
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    4-22 Chapter 4: BIOS Setup
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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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    Intel® Rapid Storage Technology enterprise Option ROM Utility with RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 10, and RAID 5 support. If you want to install a Windows® operating system to a hard disk drive included in a RAID set, you have to create a RAID driver disk and load
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    in each RAID controller. For example, use the Intel® Rapid Storage Technology if you installed Serial ATA hard disk drives on the Serial ATA connectors supported by the Intel® C621 chipset. Refer to the succeeding section for details on how to use the RAID configuration utility. ASUS E900 G4 5-3
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    Serial ATA hard disk drives that are connected to the Serial ATA connectors supported by the Southbridge. Before you proceed, ensure that you have installed hard disk drives, and Setting the RAID mode sections in this manual for more information. To launch the Intel® Rapid Storage Technology
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    the selection bar then press to select a disk. A small triangle before the Port number marks the selected drive. Press when you are done. ASUS E900 G4 5-5
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    6. Use the up/down arrow keys to select the stripe size for the RAID array (for RAID 0, 10 and 5 only) then press . The available stripe size values range from 4 KB to 128 KB. The following are typical values: RAID 0: 128KB RAID 10: 64KB RAID 5: 64KB We recommend a lower stripe size
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    VERIFICATION ] ALL DATA IN THE VOLUME WILL BE LOST! (This does not apply to Recovery volumes) Are you sure you want to delete volume "Volume0"? (Y/N): ASUS E900 G4 5-7
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    5.2.3 Resetting disks to Non-RAID Take caution before you reset a RAID volume hard disk drive to non-RAID. Resetting a RAID volume hard disk drive deletes all internal RAID structure on the drive. To reset a RAID set: 1. From the utility main menu, select 3. Reset Disks to Non-RAID and press <
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    Model Serial # Size X XXXXXXXXXXX XXXXXXXX XXX.GB [ ]-Previous/Next [ENTER]-Select [ESC]-Exit Select a destination disk with the same size as the original hard disk. ASUS E900 G4 5-9
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    3. The utility immediately starts rebuilding after the disk is selected. When done, the status of the degraded RAID volume is changed to "Rebuild". Intel(R) Rapid Storage Technology enterprise - SATA Option ROM - 3.6.0.1023 Copyright(C) 2003-12 Intel Corporation. All Rights Reserved. [ MAIN MENU ]
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    Chapter 5 for more details. 4. From the Exit menu, select Save Changes & Exit, then press . 5. When the confirmation window appears, select Yes, then press . ASUS E900 G4 5-11
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    RAID 10 (RAID 1+0), and RAID 5 set(s) from Serial ATA hard disk drives that are connected to the Serial ATA connectors supported by the Southbridge. You need to manually install the Intel® Rapid Storage Technology enterprise utility on a Windows® operating system. To enter the Intel® Rapid Storage
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    data on one of the selected disks, select NO when prompted. • If you want to Enable volume write-back cache or Initialize volume, click Advanced. ASUS E900 G4 5-13
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    6. Confirm the volume creation, than click Create Volume to continue. This process could take a while depending on the number and size of the disks. You can continue using other applications during this time. 7. Wait until the process is completed, then click OK when prompted. You still need to
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    RAID 5: 64KB We recommend a lower stripe size for server systems, and a higher stripe size for multimedia computer systems used mainly for audio and video editing. ASUS E900 G4 5-15
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    5.3.3 Deleting a volume Be cautious when deleting a volume. You will lose all data on the hard disk drives. Before you proceed, ensure that you back up all your important data from your hard drives. To delete a volume: 1. From the utility main menu, select the volume (ex. Volume_0000) in Volumes
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    , or errors here. E-Mail Preferences Allow you to set to sent e-mail of the following events: • Storage system information • Storage system warnings • Storage system errors ASUS E900 G4 5-17
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    with Intel® CPU RSTe. • The KEY module is purchased separately. • Due to chipset behavior, CPU RAID functions with Intel® CPU RSTe only supports Intel® SSD modules. • Refer to section 3.5 Internal connectors for the location of the VROC_KEY1 connector. • Due to hardware design, [U.2_1 to U.2_4
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    5: 64 KB We recommend a lower strip size for server systems, and a higher strip size for multimedia computer systems used mainly for audio and video editing. ASUS E900 G4 5-19
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    7. When the Capacity (MB) item is selected, enter the RAID volume capacity that you want and press . The 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
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    , press , then select Yes to delete the RAID volume and return to the Intel® Virtual Raid on CPU menu, or select No to cancel. ASUS E900 G4 5-21
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    the RAID sets, you are now ready to install an operating system to the independent drives or bootable array. This part provides the instructions on how to install the RAID controller drivers during OS installation. To install the RAID controller driver when installing Windows® 10 OS: 1. Boot
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    Next. 7. When the 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. ASUS E900 G4 5-23
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    5-24 Chapter 5: RAID Configuration
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    Appendix Appendix A
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    WS C621E SAGE block diagram A-2 Appendix
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    triggered by firmware (Auto recovery) Recovery condition triggered by user (Forced recovery) Recovery process started Recovery firmware image is found (continued on the next page) ASUS E500 G5 A-3
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    Recovery capsule is not found 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 is
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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 error) Flash update is failed Reset protocol is not available ASUS E500 G5 A-5
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    ACPI/ASL Checkpoints (under OS) Code 03 04 05 30 40 AC AA Description System is entering S3 sleep state System is entering S4 sleep state System is entering S5 sleep state System is waking up from the S3 sleep state System is waking up from the S4 sleep state System has transitioned into ACPI mode
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    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 si le brouillage est susceptible d'en compromettre le fonctionnement. CAN ICES-3(B)/NMB-3(B) ASUS E500 G5 A-7
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    replaced if the goods fail to be of acceptable quality and the failure does not amount to a major failure. If you require assistance please call ASUS Customer Service 1300 2787 88 or visit us at https://www.asus.com/support A-8 Appendix
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    money and protect the environment through energy efficient products and practices. All ASUS products with the ENERGY STAR logo comply with the ENERGY STAR standard on the ENERGY STAR joint program. Energy Star is NOT supported on FreeDOS and Linux-based operating systems. EPEAT Registered Products
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    Telephone +886-2-2894-3447 Fax +886-2-2890-7798 Web site https://www.asus.com/tw/ Technical Support Telephone +886-2-2894-3447 (0800-093-456) Online Support https://www.asus.com/support/Product/ContactUs/Services/ questionform/?lang=zh-tw ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. (China) Address No. 5077
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    Fax +1-510-608-4555 Web site https://www.asus.com/us/ Technical Support Support fax General support Online support +1-812-284-0883 +1-812-282-2787 https://www.asus.com/support/Product/ContactUs/Services/ questionform/?lang=en-us ASUS COMPUTER GmbH (Germany and Austria) Address Fax
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    Web site Ul. Postępu 6, 02-676 Warszawa, Poland https://www.asus.com/pl/ Technical Support Telephone Online Support +48-225718033 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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