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    Motherboard PRIME TRX40PRO S
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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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    information...vi About this guide...vii PRIME TRX40-PRO S specifications summary ix Package contents...xiv Installation tools and components xv Chapter 1: Product Introduction 1.1 Before you proceed 1-1 1.2 Motherboard layout 1-2 1.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU 1-4 1.4 System memory
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    Advanced menu 3-12 3.6.1 AMD fTPM configuration 3-12 3.6.2 CPU Configuration 3-12 3.6.3 PCI Subsystem Settings 3-13 3.6.4 USB 3-20 3.9.1 ASUS EZ Flash 3 Utility 3-20 3.9.2 Secure Erase 3-21 3.9.3 ASUS User Profile 3-22 3.9.4 ASUS SPD Information 3-22 3.9.5 ASUS Armoury Crate
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    Chapter 4: RAID Support 4.1 AMD RAID Array configurations 4-1 4.1.1 RAID definitions 4-1 Appendix Q-Code table...A-1 Notices ...A-5 ASUS contact information A-10 v
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    signal cables from the motherboard, ensure that all service technician or your retailer. Operation safety • Before installing the motherboard and adding devices on it, carefully read all the manuals screws, and staples away from connectors, slots, sockets and circuitry. • Avoid dust, humidity, and
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    motherboard. How this guide is organized This guide contains the following parts: • Chapter 1: Product Introduction This chapter describes the features of the motherboard and the new technology it supports 1. ASUS website The ASUS website (www.asus.com) provides updated information on ASUS hardware
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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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    PRIME TRX40-PRO S specifications summary CPU Chipset Memory Expansion Slots Multi-GPU Support Storage LAN Wireless & Bluetooth AMD Socket sTRX4 for 3rd Gen AMD Ryzen™ Threadripper™ Series Desktop Processors* * The support of these features depends on the CPU types. * Refer to www.asus.com for CPU
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    PRIME TRX40-PRO S specifications summary Audio USB Realtek S1220 8-channel high definition audio CODEC SNR stereo playback output (Line-out@back) & 108dB SNR input (Line-in) support - DTS:X® Ultra - Supports jack-detection, multi-streaming, front panel jack-retasking (MIC) - Optical S/PDIF out
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    PRIME TRX40-PRO S specifications summary ASUS Exclusive Features 5-Way Optimization - Whole system optimization with a single click! Perfectly consolidates better CPU performance, power saving, digital power control, system cooling and app usages. DIGI+ Power Control TPU EPU
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    PRIME TRX40-PRO S specifications summary ASUS Special Features ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution Back Panel I/O Ports Special Features: ASUS SafeSlot - Protect your graphics card Investment ASUS 5X Protection III - ASUS SafeSlot Core - Fortified PCIe with solid soldering - ASUS LANGuard -
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    PRIME TRX40-PRO S specifications summary Internal I/O Ports BIOS Manageability Software Operating System Form Factors 1 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 front panel Type-C™ connector 2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 connectors support additional 4 USB ports (19- pin) 2 x USB 2.0 connectors support additional 4 USB ports 2 x M.
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    Documentation 1 x PRIME TRX40-PRO S motherboard 1 x Addressable LED extension cable 1 x RGB LED extension cable 4 x SATA 6.0Gb/s cables 1 x M.2 Screw package 1 x M.2 E-key Screw package 1 x M.2 22110 vertical bracket 1 x FAN holder 1 x Q-connector 1 x Motherboard support DVD 1 x User guide If any
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    of screws PC chassis Screwdriver Power supply unit AMD Socket sTRX4 CPU AMD Socket sTRX4 compatible CPU Fan DDR4 DIMM SATA hard disk drive SATA optical disc drive (optional) Graphics card (optional) The tools and components in the table above are not included in the motherboard package. xv
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    contents section for more information about the contents of your motherboard package. • Unplug the power cord from the wall socket before touching any component. • Before handling components, use to do so may cause severe damage to the motherboard, peripherals, or components. PRIME TRX40-PRO S 1-1
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    1.2 Motherboard layout Chapter 1 Refer to Internal connectors and Rear I/O connection for more information about rear panel connectors and internal connectors. 1-2 Chapter 1: Product Introduction
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    Chapter 1 Layout contents 1. Power connectors 2. DIMM slots 3. CPU socket 4. Fan and Pump connectors 5. Addressable Gen2 LED connector 6. AURA RGB LED connector 7. M.2 slot 8. USB 3.2 Gen 2 1-19 1-20 1-14 1-15 1-15 1-13 1-16 1-10 1-22 1-16 1-18 1-18 1-9 1-11 1-21 1-14 1-21 PRIME TRX40-PRO S 1-3
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    Chapter 1 1.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU) The motherboard comes with an AMD Socket sTRX4 for 3rd Gen AMD Ryzen™ Threadripper™ Series Desktop Processors. • The Socket sTRX4 has a different pinout design. Ensure that you use a CPU designed for the Socket sTRX4. • The CPU fits in only one correct
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    Chapter 1 1.4 System memory The motherboard comes with Dual Inline Memory Modules (DIMM) slots designed for DDR4 (Double Data Rate 4) memory modules. A DDR4 DDR3 module. DO NOT install a DDR, DDR2, or DDR3 memory module to the DDR4 slot. Recommended memory configurations PRIME TRX40-PRO S 1-5
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    32 GB unbuffered ECC and non‑ECC DDR4 DIMMs into the DIMM sockets. You may install varying memory sizes in Channel A, Channel B, use a more efficient memory cooling system to support a full memory load or overclocking condition. ASUS website for the latest QVL. 1-6 Chapter 1: Product Introduction
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    1.5 Expansion slots Unplug the power cord before adding or removing expansion cards. Failure to do so may cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components. Chapter 1 PRIME TRX40-PRO S 1-7
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    Chapter 1 Recommended VGA configuration 3rd Gen AMD Ryzen™ Threadripper™ Desktop Processors Slot Description 1. PCIe 4.0 x16_1 2. PCIe 4.0 x16_2 3. PCIe 4.0 x16_3 Single VGA x16 - SLI®/CFX x16 x16 - x16 x16 - • We recommend that you provide sufficient power when running CrossFireX™ or
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    the system is plugged to a power source, indicating that you should shut down the system and unplug the power cable before removing or installing any motherboard component. PRIME TRX40-PRO S 1-9
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    1.7 Onboard jumpers 1. Clear RTC RAM jumper The Clear RTC RAM jumper allows you to clear the Real Time Clock (RTC) RAM in the CMOS, which contains the date, time, system passwords, and system setup parameters. Chapter 1 To erase the RTC RAM: 1. Turn OFF the computer and unplug the power cord. 2.
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    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. PRIME TRX40-PRO S 1-11
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    Power Plug LED lights up to indicate that the 8-pin power plug is not connected. • Ensure to connect both 8-pin power plugs. • Due to the CPU minimum power consumption requirement, we recommend using a PSU with 850W or above. 1-12 Chapter 1: Product Introduction
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    storage devices, you can create a RAID 0, 1, and 10 configuration through the onboard AMD TRX40 chipset. • These connectors are set to [AHCI] by default. If you intend to to the RAID Configuration Guide. You can download the RAID Configuration Guide from the ASUS website. PRIME TRX40-PRO S 1-13
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    M.2 slot allows you to install M.2 devices such as M.2 SSD modules. Chapter 1 • M.2_1 and M.2_2 sockets support PCIe 4.0 x4 M Key design and type 2242 / 2260 / 2280 / 22110 storage devices. • M.2_3 socket supports PCIe 4.0 x4 and SATA modes vertical M Key design and type 2242 / 2260 / 2280 / 22110
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    /s. The USB 3.2 Gen 1 module is purchased separately. The plugged USB 3.2 Gen 1 device may run on xHCI or EHCI mode depending on the operating system's setting. PRIME TRX40-PRO S 1-15
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    transfer speeds of up to 480 MB/s connection speed. DO NOT connect a 1394 cable to the USB connectors. Doing so will damage the motherboard! The USB 2.0 module is purchased separately. 7. Chipset Fan connector The Chipset Fan connector is for connecting the chipset fan on the integrated heatsink
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    connect the fan cables to the fan connectors. Insufficient air flow inside the system may damage the motherboard components. These are not jumpers! Do not place jumper caps on the fan connectors! • Ensure Controlled Q-Fan Controlled Full-Speed Full-Speed Shared Control A A - PRIME TRX40-PRO S 1-17
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    or control a compatible fan extension card. Chapter 1 Visit www.asus.com for more information about the devices and the latest compatibility list the critical components inside the motherboard. Connect the thermal sensor and place it on the device or the motherboard's component to detect its
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    or WS2812B based LED strips. The Addressable Gen2 LED connector supports WS2812B addressable RGB LED strips (5V/Data/Ground), with motherboard. • The addressable RGB LED strip will only light up when the system is powered on. • The addressable RGB LED strip is purchased separately. PRIME TRX40-PRO
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    allows you to connect RGB LED strips. The AURA RGB LED connector supports 5050 RGB multi-color LED strips (12V/G/R/B), with a maximum power rating the power supply. Failure to do so may cause severe damage to the motherboard, peripherals, or components. • Actual lighting and color will vary with LED
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    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 module to this connector to avail of the motherboard's high-definition audio capability. PRIME TRX40-PRO S 1-21
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    15. System Panel connector The System Panel connector supports several chassis-mounted functions. Chapter 1 • System Power LED connector (PLED) The 2-pin connector allows you to connect the System Power LED. The System Power LED
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    16. Power connectors These Power connectors allow you to connect your motherboard to a power supply. The power supply plugs are designed to to connect both 8-pin power plugs. • Due to the CPU minimum power consumption requirement, we recommend using a PSU with 850W or above. PRIME TRX40-PRO S 1-23
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    Chapter 1 1-24 Chapter 1: Product Introduction
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    section are for reference only. The motherboard layout may vary with models, but the installation steps are the same for all models. 2.1.1 CPU installation The AMD Socket sTRX4 is compatible with 3rd Gen AMD to its fully open position. Load plate Rail frame External cap PRIME TRX40-PRO S 2-1
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    Remove the external cap. B A 2 3 C D 1 External cap B Rail frame C 1 PnP cap A 2 3 D Slide the carrier frame with CPU into the rail frame until you hear a click Carrier frame with CPU A sound, then remove the PnP cap. PnP cap B Chapter 2 Gently press down the rail frame until it latches
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    Interface Material to the CPU. B B C 2 3 A D 1 The load plate screws are Torx T20 models. A torque value of 12 inch-lbf is recommended. Apply the Thermal Interface Material to the CPU heatsink and CPU before you install the heatsink and fan if necessary. Chapter 2 PRIME TRX40-PRO S 2-3
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    2.1.2 Cooling system installation To install the CPU heatsink and fan assembly: Chapter 2 2-4 Chapter 2: Basic Installation
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    the screws! Doing so can damage the motherboard. • Ensure that the space above the installed motherboard at least 8cm to prevent the MOS heatsink from interfering with the radiator or chassis fans. • We recommend using an E-ATX chassis when installing this motherboard. PRIME TRX40-PRO S 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 AND Ensure to connect the two 8-pin power plugs. PRIME TRX40-PRO S 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 USB 3.2 Gen 2 connector USB 3.2 Gen 2 This connector will only fit in one USB 2.0 connector USB 3.2 Gen 1 USB 2.0 To install front panel audio connector To install system speaker connector AAFP PRIME TRX40-PRO S 2-9
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    2.1.8 Expansion card installation To install PCIe x16 cards To install PCIe x4 cards Chapter 2 2-10 Chapter 2: Basic Installation
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    2.1.9 M.2 installation Supported M.2 type varies per motherboard. For M.2_1 and M.2_2 (Type 2242 / 2260 / 2280 M.2) Chapter 2 PRIME TRX40-PRO S 2-11
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    For M.2_1 and M.2_2 (Type 22110 M.2) Chapter 2 2-12 Chapter 2: Basic Installation
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    For M.2_3 (Type 2242 / 2260 / 2280 / 22110 M.2) Chapter 2 PRIME TRX40-PRO S 2-13
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    2.1.10 Fan bracket installation To install the MOS FAN bracket and fan When using high performance settings whilst overclocking, ensure to install the MOS FAN bracket for additional fan(s). • You may install 12V (1A, 12W), 40mm x 40mm fans. • The fan is purchased separately. Chapter 2 2-14
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    2.1.11 M.2 Wi-Fi module and antenna installation Installing the M.2 W-Fi Module 2 1 4 3 Chapter 2 5 PRIME TRX40-PRO S • Ensure that the ASUS 2x2 dual band Wi-Fi antenna is securely installed to the Wi-Fi ports. • Ensure that the antenna is at least 20 cm away from
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    better compatibility and stability. 2. Visit https://www.asus.com/support/ and download the latest BIOS version for this motherboard. 3. Manually rename the file as PTRX40PS.CAP, or launch 's failure to boot up, please contact your local ASUS Service Center. 2-16 Chapter 2: Basic Installation
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    (RJ-45) port* 6. USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C™ port C2 7. USB 3.2 Gen 2 ports 34. Lower port supports BIOS FlashBack™ function. 8. Optical S/PDIF OUT port 9. Audio I/O ports** * and ** : Refer to the tables on the next page for LAN port LEDs, and audio port definitions. Chapter 2 PRIME TRX40-PRO S 2-17
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    * LAN ports LED indications Activity Link LED Status Description OFF No link ORANGE Linked ORANGE (Blinking) Data activity ORANGE Ready to (Blinking then wake up from Steady) S5 mode Speed LED Status Description OFF 10 Mbps connection ORANGE 100 Mbps connection GREEN 1 Gbps
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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 PRIME TRX40-PRO S 2-19
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    Connect to 4 channel Speakers Connect to 6 channel Speakers Chapter 2 Connect to 8 Speakers 2-20 Chapter 2: Basic Installation
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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. 2.5 Turning off the computer While the system is ON, press the power button for less system enter the soft-off mode regardless of the BIOS setting. PRIME TRX40-PRO S 2-21
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    Chapter 2 2-22 Chapter 2: Basic Installation
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    BIOS 3 The new ASUS UEFI BIOS is a Unified operating system. The term "BIOS" in this user manual refers to "UEFI BIOS" unless otherwise specified. BIOS service personnel. When downloading or updating the BIOS file, rename it as PTRX40PS.CAP for this motherboard. Chapter 3 PRIME TRX40-PRO
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    keys and brief onscreen help to guide you in using the BIOS Setup program. motherboard to the default value. See section Onboard jumpers in your user manual for the location of the Clear CMOS jumper to clear RTC RAM. • The BIOS setup program does not support the Bluetooth devices. Please visit ASUS
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    General help Last modified settings Hot Keys Go back to EZ Mode Search on the FAQ Displays a quick overview of the system status and prediction PRIME TRX40-PRO S 3-3
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    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 tweak the fans to your desired settings. Refer to section Q-Fan Control for more information. Search (F9) This button allows you to search for
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    code, scan this QR code on your mobile device to connect to the BIOS FAQ web page of the ASUS support website. You can also scan the following QR code: Chapter 3 Hot keys This button above the menu bar button shows the items that you last modified and saved in BIOS Setup. PRIME TRX40-PRO S 3-5
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    Click < or > to switch modes Selects the display language of the BIOS setup program AURA ON/OFF(F4) Chapter 3 Displays the CPU Fan's speed. Click the button to manually tune the fans Loads optimized default settings Saves the changes and resets the system Click to go to Advanced mode Search on
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    Q-Fan Control The Q-Fan Control allows you to set a fan profile or manually configure the operating speed of your CPU and chassis fans. Click to select a fan to be configured Click to changes Click to go back to main menu Select to manually configure your fans Chapter 3 PRIME TRX40-PRO S 3-7
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    configure your fans' operating speed. Chapter 3 Speed points Select to manually configure your fans To configure your fans: 1. Select the fan that you want to configure and to view its current status. 2. Click and drag the
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    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. PRIME TRX40-PRO S 3-9
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    Adding items to My Favorites To add BIOS items: 1. Press on your keyboard or click MyFavorite(F3) from the BIOS screen to open Setup Tree Map screen. 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
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    [Manual]. BCLK Frequency This item allows you to set the BCLK frequency to enhance the system performance. Use the or to adjust the value. We recommend you to set the value based on the CPU specification, as high BCLK frequencies may damage the CPU permanently. Chapter 3 PRIME TRX40-PRO
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    -related information that the BIOS automatically detects. The items in this menu may vary based on the CPU installed. PSS Support This item allows you enable or disable the generation of ACPI_PPC, _PSS, and _PCT objects. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] [Auto] 3-12 Chapter 3: BIOS Setup
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    Mode This item allows you enable or disable CPU Virtualization. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] multithreading. Configuration options: [Auto] [Disabled] S3 is not supported on systems where cores/threads have been removed/disabled. 3.6.3 with caution. Chapter 3 PRIME TRX40-PRO S 3-13
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    systems without an XHCI hand‑off feature. [Disabled] Disables the XHCI Hand-off support. USB Single Port Control This item allows you to enable or disable the individual USB ports. Refer to section Motherboard layout for the location of the USB ports. 3.6.5 HDD/SSD SMART Information This
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    Hot Plug Support. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] M.2_3(Gray) M.2_3(Gray) This item allows you to rename the AMD APU M.2 ports. 3.6.8 Onboard Devices Configuration The items in this menu allow you to switch between PCIe Lanes and configure onboard devices. Chapter 3 PRIME TRX40-PRO
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    LED function. [POST Code Only] Show POST (Power-On Self-Test) code on Q-Code LED. [Auto] Automatically display POST (Power-On Self-Test) code and CPU temperature on Q-Code LED. Chapter 3 3-16 Chapter 3: BIOS Setup
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    items in this menu shows the AMD PBS Setup Page. 3.6.13 AMD Overclocking The items in this menu shows the AMD Overclocking Setup Page. Chapter 3 PRIME TRX40-PRO S 3-17
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    3.7 Monitor menu The Monitor menu displays the system temperature/power status, and allows you to change the fan settings. Scroll down to display the other BIOS items. Q-fan Configuration Qfan Tuning Click this item to automatically detect the lowest speed and configure the minimum duty cycle for
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    Mode of the BIOS after POST. CSM (Compatibility Support Module) This item allows you to configure the CSM (Compatibility Support Module) items to fully support the various VGA, bootable devices and add-on system from unauthorized access and malwares during POST. Chapter 3 PRIME TRX40-PRO S 3-19
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    installed in the system. • To access Windows® OS in Safe Mode, press after POST (Windows® 8 not supported). • To select the boot device during system startup, press when the ASUS Logo appears. Boot Override These items displays the available devices. The number of device items that appears
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    Secure Erase is only supported on AMD® SATA port. For more information about AMD SATA ports, refer to section Motherboard layout of this manual. Displays the available SSDs defined by ASUS. You have to unlock the SSD in the software before proceeding with Secure Erase. PRIME TRX40-PRO S 3-21
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    We recommend that you update the BIOS file only coming from the same memory/ CPU configuration and BIOS version. Profile Name This item allows you to key in a DRAM SPD information. 3.9.5 ASUS Armoury Crate This item allows you to enable or disable the ASUS Armoury Crate. The ASUS Armoury Crate is a
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    from USB drives This item allows you to attempt to launch the EFI Shell application (shellx64.efi) from one of the available filesystem devices. Chapter 3 PRIME TRX40-PRO S 3-23
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    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 utilities
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    Mode of the BIOS setup program. Go to the Tool menu to select ASUS EZ Flash 3 Utility and press . 3. Press to switch system when the update process is done. Chapter 3 • This function can support devices such as a USB flash disk with FAT 32/16 format and single PRIME TRX40-PRO S 3-25
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    you want to use the newer BIOS file, download the file at https://www.asus.com/support/ and save it to a USB flash drive. Recovering the BIOS To recover the BIOS: 1. Turn on the system. 2. Insert the motherboard support DVD, support USB drive, or a USB flash drive containing the BIOS file to the USB
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    RAID Support RAID Support 4 4.1 AMD RAID Array configurations The motherboard comes with the RaidXpert2 Configuration Utility that supports refer to the RAID Configuration Guide which you can find at https://www.asus.com/support. 4.1.1 RAID definitions Volume . Chapter 4 PRIME TRX40-PRO S 4-1
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    Chapter 4 4-2 Chapter 4: RAID Support
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    Pre-memory CPU initialization is 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 (continued on the next page) PRIME TRX40-PRO
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    found Invalid recovery capsule Reserved for future AMI error codes DXE Core is started NVRAM initialization Installation of the PCH Runtime Services CPU DXE initialization is started PCI host bridge initialization System Agent DXE initialization is started 6A System Agent DXE SMM initialization is
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    Wait Reserved for 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 System Reset (continued on the next page) PRIME TRX40-PRO S A-3
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    USB hot plug PCI bus hot plug Clean-up of NVRAM Configuration Reset (reset of NVRAM settings) Reserved for future AMI codes CPU initialization error System Agent initialization error PCH initialization error Some of the Architectural Protocols are not available PCI resource allocation error. Out of
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    Notices FCC Compliance Information Responsible Party: Asus Computer International Address: 48720 Kato Rd., and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there TV technician for help. PRIME TRX40-PRO S A-5
  • Asus PRIME TRX40-PRO S | Users Manual English - Page 96
    Appendix 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,
  • Asus PRIME TRX40-PRO S | Users Manual English - Page 97
    or after September 23, 2011,meet the requirements of the Vietnam Circular 30/2011/TT-BCT. Các sản phẩm ASUS bán tại Việt Nam, vào ngày 23 tháng 9 năm2011 trở về sau, đều phải đáp ứng các yêu cầu của Thông tư 30/2011/TT-BCT của Việt Nam. Turkey RoHS AEEE Yönetmeliğine Uygundur PRIME TRX40-PRO S A-7
  • Asus PRIME TRX40-PRO S | Users Manual English - Page 98
    Appendix ASUS Recycling/Takeback Services ASUS recycling and takeback programs come from our commitment 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 PRIME TRX40-PRO S | Users Manual English - Page 99
    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 PRIME TRX40-PRO S A-9
  • Asus PRIME TRX40-PRO S | Users Manual English - Page 100
    Fax +1-510-608-4555 Web site http://www.asus.com/us/ Technical Support Support fax Telephone Online support +1-812-284-0883 +1-812-282-2787 https://www.asus.com/support/Product/ContactUs/ Services/questionform/?lang=en-us ASUS COMPUTER GmbH (Germany and Austria) Address Harkort Str
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