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- Asus RS720-E9-RS8 | Series User Manual - Page 1
RS720-E9-RS8/ RS8-G 2U Rackmount Server User Guide - Asus RS720-E9-RS8 | Series User Manual - Page 2
, 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 - Asus RS720-E9-RS8 | Series User Manual - Page 3
Contents Safety information...viii About this guide...ix Chapter 1: Product Introduction 1.1 System package contents 1-2 1.2 Serial number label 1-3 1.3 System specifications 1-4 1.4 Front panel features 1-7 1.5 Rear panel features 1-7 1.6 Internal features 1-9 1.7 LED information 1-12 1.7.1 - Asus RS720-E9-RS8 | Series User Manual - Page 4
2.5.5 Installing GPU cards (for RS720-E9-RS8-G only 2-32 2.5.6 Replacing GPU cards (for RS720-E9-RS8-G only 2-38 2.5.7 Installing an ASUS PIKE II card 2-42 2.5.8 Installing an ASUS PCIE-NVME4-OCuLink card 2-44 2.5.9 Installing an ASUS PCIE-NVME2-OCuLink card (for RS720-E9-RS8 only 2-47 2.5.10 - Asus RS720-E9-RS8 | Series User Manual - Page 5
Contents Chapter 5: BIOS Setup 5.1 Managing and updating your BIOS 5-2 5.1.1 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility 5-2 5.1.2 ASUS EZ Flash Utility 5-3 5.1.3 BUPDATER utility 5-4 5.2 BIOS setup program 5-6 5.2.1 BIOS menu screen 5-7 5.2.2 Menu bar 5-7 5.2.3 Menu items 5-8 5.2.4 Submenu items 5-8 - Asus RS720-E9-RS8 | Series User Manual - Page 6
menu 5-25 5.6.1 PCH Configuration 5-26 5.6.2 Miscellaneous Configuration 5-28 5.6.3 Server ME Configuration 5-28 5.6.4 Runtime Error Logging Support 5-29 5.7 Socket Configuration menu 5-29 5.7.1 Processor Configuration 5-30 5.7.2 Common RefCode Configuration 5-31 5.7.3 UPI Configuration - Asus RS720-E9-RS8 | Series User Manual - Page 7
7-2 7.2 Management applications and utilities installation 7-5 7.3 Running the Support DVD 7-5 7.4 Intel® chipset device software installation 7-8 7.5 VGA 7-12 Appendix Z11PP-D24 block diagram A-2 Notices ...A-3 REACH ...A-4 Australia statement notice A-4 ASUS contact information A-5 vii - Asus RS720-E9-RS8 | Series User Manual - Page 8
the server, carefully read all the manuals included with the server package. • Before • If you encounter technical problems with the product, contact a qualified service technician or your retailer. used batteries according to the manufacturer's instructions. Heavy System CAUTION! This server - Asus RS720-E9-RS8 | Series User Manual - Page 9
with at least basic knowledge of configuring a server. Contents This guide contains the following parts: 1. Chapter 1: Product Introduction This chapter BIOS parameters. 6. Chapter 6: RAID Configuration This chapter provides instructions for setting up, creating and configuring RAID sets using the - Asus RS720-E9-RS8 | Series User Manual - Page 10
, and for product and software updates. 1. ASUS Control Center (ACC) user guide This manual tells how to set up and use the proprietary ASUS server management utility. Visit asuscontrolcenter.asus.com for more information. 2. ASUS websites The ASUS websites worldwide provide updated information for - Asus RS720-E9-RS8 | Series User Manual - Page 11
Chapter 1: Product Introduction Product Introduction This chapter describes the general features of the chassis kit. It includes sections on front panel and rear panel specifications. 1 - Asus RS720-E9-RS8 | Series User Manual - Page 12
1 x RS720-E9-RS8 Support CD 1 x Bag of Screws 2 x CPU Heatsink 2 x AC Power Cable 2 x Redundant 850W 80 PLUS Titanium Power Supply 1 x Friction Rail Kit Optional Items 1 x Slim type DVD-RW 1 x PCIE-NVME4-OCuLINK Card 1 x PCIE-NVME2-OCuLINK Card (for models with rear bay) RS720-E9-RS8-G ASUS R2P - Asus RS720-E9-RS8 | Series User Manual - Page 13
and printed on the sticker at the server's front cover. The correct serial number of the product is required if you need to request for support from the ASUS Technical Support team. 4 3 2 1 RESET RS720-E9-RS8/RS8-G xxS0xxxxxxxx ASUS RS720-E9-RS8/RS8-G 1-3 - Asus RS720-E9-RS8 | Series User Manual - Page 14
1.3 System specifications The ASUS RS720-E9-RS8/RS8-G features the ASUS Z11PP-D24 server board. The server supports Intel® Xeon® Scalable Processors Family Series plus other latest technologies through the chipsets onboard. Model Name RS720-E9-RS8 RS720-E9-RS8-G Motherboard Z11PP-D24 Processor - Asus RS720-E9-RS8 | Series User Manual - Page 15
RS720-E9-RS8 RS720-E9-RS8-G Front bays: 8 x 2.5"/3.5" Hot-swap Storage Device Bays (4 x SATA/SAS + 4 x SATA/SAS/NVMe) Rear bays: Internal storage: 2 x 2.5" Hot-swap drive bays (2 x SATA/NVMe) (optional) Internal storage: 2 x M.2 (22110, 2280, 2260, 2242) (support ) ASUS RS720-E9-RS8/RS8-G 1-5 - Asus RS720-E9-RS8 | Series User Manual - Page 16
SAS Controller Management Solution Out of Band Remote Hardware Software OS Support Dimension (Depth x Width x Height) Power Supply (different configuration by region) Environment RS720-E9-RS8 RS720-E9-RS8-G Intel® PCH C621 10 x SATA 6Gb/s ports + 1 x M.2 connector (SATA 6Gb/s & PCI - Asus RS720-E9-RS8 | Series User Manual - Page 17
* Q-Code LED Expansion card slot • * This port is for ASUS ASMB9-iKVM only. • The Q-Code LED provides the most probable cause of an error code as a starting point for troubleshooting. The actual cause may vary from case to case. • Refer to the Q-Code table for details. ASUS RS720-E9-RS8/RS8-G 1-7 - Asus RS720-E9-RS8 | Series User Manual - Page 18
slot • * This port is for ASUS ASMB9-iKVM only. • The Q-Code LED provides the most probable cause of an error code as a starting point for troubleshooting. The actual cause may vary from case to case. • Refer to the Q-Code table for details. RS720-E9-RS8-G Expansion card back plate Redundant - Asus RS720-E9-RS8 | Series User Manual - Page 19
1.6 Internal features The barebone server includes the basic components as shown. RS720-E9-RS8 (without rear bay model) 1. Redundant Power supply 2. ASUS Z11PP-D24 Server Board 3. System fans 4. SATA/SAS back panel MOVING PARTS KEEP FINGERS AND OTHER BODY PARTS AWAY ASUS RS720-E9-RS8/RS8-G 1-9 - Asus RS720-E9-RS8 | Series User Manual - Page 20
1 34 2 RS720-E9-RS8 (with rear bay model) 1 34 2 1. Redundant Power supply 2. ASUS Z11PP-D24 Server Board 3. System fans 4. SATA/SAS back panel 5. 8 x 2.5"/3.5" storage device trays 6. Front panel (hidden) 7. Asset tag (hidden) 8. 2 x 2.5" storage device trays The barebone server - Asus RS720-E9-RS8 | Series User Manual - Page 21
RS720-E9-RS8-G 1 34 2 1 34 2 1. Redundant Power supply 2. ASUS Z11PP-D24 Server Board 3. GPU fans 4. System fans 5. SATA/SAS back panel 6. 8 x 2.5"/3.5" storage device trays 7. heat dissipation. WARNING HAZARDOUS MOVING PARTS KEEP FINGERS AND OTHER BODY PARTS AWAY ASUS RS720-E9-RS8/RS8-G 1-11 - Asus RS720-E9-RS8 | Series User Manual - Page 22
1.7 LED information 1.7.1 Front panel LEDs LAN LEDs 4 3 2 1 Message LED Storage device access LED RESET RESET button Location button Power button LED Icon Display status Description Power LED Storage device access LED Message LED LAN LEDs Location LED ON OFF Blinking OFF ON OFF Blinking - Asus RS720-E9-RS8 | Series User Manual - Page 23
Status Description OFF No link GREEN Linked BLINKING Data activity SPEED LED Status Description OFF 10 Mbps connection ORANGE 100 Mbps connection GREEN 1 Gbps connection ASUS RS720-E9-RS8/RS8-G 1-13 - Asus RS720-E9-RS8 | Series User Manual - Page 24
Length Data Alignment Error Null Pointer Error Unsupported Function Invalid Service ID Invalid Address Out of Resource Error Timeout data abort Failed to retrieve FW header during FW validation Key size not supported Agesa0 verification error SMU FW verification error OEM SINGING KEY verification - Asus RS720-E9-RS8 | Series User Manual - Page 25
Uncompressed image size doesn't match value in compressed header Compressed option used in case where not supported Fuse info on all dies don't match PSP sent message to SMU; SMU reported an function No Knoll device found by verifying MAC (continued on the next page) ASUS RS720-E9-RS8/RS8-G 1-15 - Asus RS720-E9-RS8 | Series User Manual - Page 26
Action PSP Boot PHASE PSP Boot Loader phase (Status Post Codes) POST CODE 0xA0 0xA1 0xA2 0xA3 0xA4 0xA5 0xA6 0xA7 0xA8 0xA9 0xAA 0xAB 0xAC 0xAD 0xAE 0xAF 0xB0 0xB1 0xB2 0xB3 0xB4 0xB5 0xB6 0xB7 0xB8 0xB9 0xBA 0xBB 0xBC 0xBD 0xBE 0xBF 0xC0 0xC1 0xC2 0xC3 0xC4 0xC5 0xC6 0xC7 0xC8 0xC9 0xCA 0xCB 0xCC - Asus RS720-E9-RS8 | Series User Manual - Page 27
BIOS Setup Utility password verify BIOS Setup Utility start BIOS Setup Utility input wait Ready to boot event Legacy boot event APIC mode PIC mode ASUS RS720-E9-RS8/RS8-G 1-17 - Asus RS720-E9-RS8 | Series User Manual - Page 28
1-18 Chapter 1: Product Introduction - Asus RS720-E9-RS8 | Series User Manual - Page 29
Chapter 2: Hardware Information Hardware Information This chapter lists the hardware setup procedures that you have to perform when installing or removing system components. 2 - Asus RS720-E9-RS8 | Series User Manual - Page 30
2.1 Chassis cover Removing the rear cover To remove the rear cover: 1. Remove the screw on the rear cover with a Phillips screwdriver. 2. Push and hold the cover buttons down, then slide the rear cover towards the rear to disengage it from the chassis. 3. Lift the rear cover to completely remove it - Asus RS720-E9-RS8 | Series User Manual - Page 31
2. Remove the air duct screw (A), remove the air ducts (B), and then remove the PnP caps (C) from the CPU sockets. Keep the PnP cap. ASUS will process Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) requests only if the motherboard comes with the PnP cap on the LGA 3647 socket. ASUS RS720-E9-RS8/RS8-G 2-3 - Asus RS720-E9-RS8 | Series User Manual - Page 32
3. Align the triangle mark on the CPU with the triangle mark on the CPU Carrier (A), then install the CPU into the CPU Carrier until it clicks firmly into place (B), and then install the CPU Carrier into the heatsink until it clicks firmly in place (C). Ensure that the triangle mark on the CPU - Asus RS720-E9-RS8 | Series User Manual - Page 33
6. Reinstall the air ducts (A), and then secure the air duct with the air duct screw removed in step 2 (B). ASUS RS720-E9-RS8/RS8-G 2-5 - Asus RS720-E9-RS8 | Series User Manual - Page 34
2.3 System memory 2.3.1 Overview The motherboard comes with 24 Double Data Rate 4 (DDR4) Dual Inline Memory Modules (DIMM) sockets. The figure illustrates the location of the DDR4 DIMM sockets: 2-6 Chapter 2: Hardware Information - Asus RS720-E9-RS8 | Series User Manual - Page 35
4 DIMMs • • 6 DIMMs • • • 8 DIMMs • • • • 12 DIMMs • • • • • • 1 CPU Configuration (must be on CPU1) DIMM_D2 DIMM_D1 DIMM_E2 DIMM_E1 DIMM_F2 DIMM_F1 1 DIMM 2 DIMMs • 4 DIMMs • • 6 DIMMs • • • 8 DIMMs • • • • 12 DIMMs • • • • • • ASUS RS720-E9-RS8/RS8-G 2-7 - Asus RS720-E9-RS8 | Series User Manual - Page 36
Recommended memory configuration for 2 CPU Configuration 2 CPU Configuration DIMM_A2 DIMM_A1 DIMM_B2 DIMM_B1 DIMM_C2 DIMM_C1 2 DIMMs • 4 DIMMs • 8 DIMMs • • 12 DIMMs • • • 16 DIMMs • • • • 20 DIMMs • • • • • 24 DIMMs • • • • • • 2 CPU Configuration DIMM_D2 DIMM_D1 - Asus RS720-E9-RS8 | Series User Manual - Page 37
- MEMORY MODE AD+MM - MIXED MODE DRAM1 - RDIMM, RDIMM 3DS, LRDIMM, LRDIMM 3DS DRAM2 - RDIMM only DRAM3 - RDIMM, RDIMM 3DS, LRDIMM DCPMM - DC PERSISTENT MEMORY ASUS RS720-E9-RS8/RS8-G 2-9 - Asus RS720-E9-RS8 | Series User Manual - Page 38
2 CPU Configuration (symmetric population) 2 CPU Configuration (symmetric population) Modes DIMM_F2 DIMM_F1 DIMM_E2 DIMM_E1 DIMM_D2 DIMM_D1 AD DCPMM DRAM 1 DCPMM DRAM 1 DCPMM DRAM 1 MM DCPMM DRAM 1 DCPMM DRAM 1 DCPMM DRAM 1 AD+MM DCPMM DRAM 3 DCPMM DRAM 3 DCPMM DRAM 3 AD DRAM 1 DRAM 1 - Asus RS720-E9-RS8 | Series User Manual - Page 39
- MEMORY MODE AD+MM - MIXED MODE DRAM1 - RDIMM, RDIMM 3DS, LRDIMM, LRDIMM 3DS DRAM2 - RDIMM only DRAM3 - RDIMM, RDIMM 3DS, LRDIMM DCPMM - DC PERSISTENT MEMORY ASUS RS720-E9-RS8/RS8-G 2-11 - Asus RS720-E9-RS8 | Series User Manual - Page 40
1 CPU Configuration with 1 DCPMM DIMM (asymmetric population) Asymmetric Population (2nd Socket has no DCPMM DIMM) Modes DIMM_F2 DIMM_F1 DIMM_E2 DIMM_E1 DIMM_D2 DIMM_D1 AD DRAM 1 DRAM 1 DRAM 1 Asymmetric Population (2nd Socket has no DCPMM DIMM) Modes DIMM_C2 DIMM_C1 DIMM_B2 DIMM_B1 DIMM_A2 - Asus RS720-E9-RS8 | Series User Manual - Page 41
DIMM_J1 DIMM_H2 DIMM_H1 DIMM_G2 DIMM_G1 AD DRAM 1 DRAM 1 DCPMM DRAM 1 AD - APP DIRECT MODE DRAM1 - RDIMM, RDIMM 3DS, LRDIMM, LRDIMM 3DS DCPMM - DC PERSISTENT MEMORY ASUS RS720-E9-RS8/RS8-G 2-13 - Asus RS720-E9-RS8 | Series User Manual - Page 42
damage. 2.3.4 Removing a DIMM from a single clip DIMM socket 1. Press the retaining clip outward to unlock the DIMM. 2. Remove the DIMM from the socket. Support the DIMM lightly with your fingers when pressing the retaining clips. The DIMM might get damaged when it flips out with extra force. 2-14 - Asus RS720-E9-RS8 | Series User Manual - Page 43
devices The system supports eight (8) 2.5" or 3.5" hot-swap storage devices on the front panel, and two (2) additional 2.5" hot-swap storage devices on the rear panel (for RS720-E9-RS8 only). The 4. Prepare the 2.5" hot-swap storage device and the bundled set of screws. ASUS RS720-E9-RS8/RS8-G 2-15 - Asus RS720-E9-RS8 | Series User Manual - Page 44
5. Place the 2.5" hot-swap storage device into the tray, then secure it with four screws. 6. Insert the tray and storage device assembly all the way into the depth of the bay until just a small fraction of the tray edge protrudes. When installed, the SATA/SAS/NVMe connector on the storage device - Asus RS720-E9-RS8 | Series User Manual - Page 45
tray out of the bay. 3. Place the tray on a flat and stable surface. 4. Prepare the 3.5" hot-swap storage device and the bundled set of screws. ASUS RS720-E9-RS8/RS8-G 2-17 - Asus RS720-E9-RS8 | Series User Manual - Page 46
5. Place the 3.5" hot-swap storage device into the tray, then secure it with four screws. 6. Insert the tray and storage device assembly all the way into the depth of the bay until just a small fraction of the tray edge protrudes. When installed, the SATA/SAS/NVMe connector on the storage device - Asus RS720-E9-RS8 | Series User Manual - Page 47
tray on a flat and stable surface. 4. Release the screws on each side of the storage device tray to release the metal beam. The metal beam supports the storage device tray horizontally to prevent the storage device tray from bending or deforming. Metal beam ASUS RS720-E9-RS8/RS8-G 2-19 - Asus RS720-E9-RS8 | Series User Manual - Page 48
5. Place the SATA/SAS storage device into the storage device tray, then secure it with four screws. 6. Insert the tray and storage device assembly all the way into the depth of the bay until just a small fraction of the tray edge protrudes. When installed, the SATA/SAS/NVMe connector on the storage - Asus RS720-E9-RS8 | Series User Manual - Page 49
RS720-E9-RS8 (without rear bay model) Riser card 3 Riser card 2 Riser card 1 Riser card 4 RS720-E9-RS8 (with rear bay model) 2.5" storage device bay Riser card 2 OCP Mezzanine Riser card 1 Riser card 4 The default 2.5" storage device bay cannot be removed. OCP Mezzanine ASUS RS720-E9-RS8 - Asus RS720-E9-RS8 | Series User Manual - Page 50
RS720-E9-RS8-G Riser card 3 Riser card 2 Riser card 1 Riser card 4 OCP Mezzanine Riser card bracket 1 Riser card bracket 1 supports card by option) x8 (ASUS PIKE II card by option) x8 (ASUS PIKE II card by option) Riser card bracket 2 Riser card bracket 2 supports PCIe Gen3 slots 4-5 top to - Asus RS720-E9-RS8 | Series User Manual - Page 51
slot Slot 6 Slot 7 Operation mode x8 N/A x8 x16 Riser card bracket 4 Riser card bracket 4 supports PCIe Gen3 slot 8. PCIe slot Slot 8 Operation mode x16 OCP Mezzanine slot OCP Mezzanine slot supports PCIe Gen3 x16. PCIe slot OCP Mezzanine Operation mode x16 ASUS RS720-E9-RS8/RS8-G 2-23 - Asus RS720-E9-RS8 | Series User Manual - Page 52
2.5.1 Installing an expansion card to riser card bracket 1 The pre-installed riser card bracket 1 on the PCIE1 slot supports Full-Height (FH) and HalfLength (HL) PCIE x16 expansion cards. To install an expansion card to the riser card bracket 1: 1. Remove the screw that secures - Asus RS720-E9-RS8 | Series User Manual - Page 53
connectors of the riser card bracket 1 is firmly seated in place. 6. Secure the riser card bracket 1 to the chassis with the screw removed in step 1. ASUS RS720-E9-RS8/RS8-G 2-25 - Asus RS720-E9-RS8 | Series User Manual - Page 54
2.5.2 Installing an expansion card to riser card bracket 2 To install an expansion card to the riser card bracket 2: 1. Remove the two screws that secure the riser card bracket 2 to the chassis. 2. Remove the screw that secures the riser card bracket 2 to the motherboard. 3. Firmly hold the riser - Asus RS720-E9-RS8 | Series User Manual - Page 55
card bracket 2 to the motherboard with the screw removed in step 2. 8. Secure the riser card bracket 2 to the chassis with the screws removed in step 1. ASUS RS720-E9-RS8/RS8-G 2-27 - Asus RS720-E9-RS8 | Series User Manual - Page 56
2.5.3 Installing an expansion card to riser card bracket 3 (for RS720-E9-RS8 only) To install an expansion card to the riser card bracket 3: 1. Remove the two screws that secure the riser card bracket 3 to the chassis. 2. Firmly - Asus RS720-E9-RS8 | Series User Manual - Page 57
connectors of the riser card bracket 3 is firmly seated in place. 6. Secure the riser card bracket 3 to the chassis with the screws removed in step 1. ASUS RS720-E9-RS8/RS8-G 2-29 - Asus RS720-E9-RS8 | Series User Manual - Page 58
2.5.4 Installing an expansion card to riser card bracket 4 To install an expansion card to the riser card bracket 4: 1. Remove the riser card bracket 1 and riser card bracket 2. For more information, refer to section 2.5.1 Installing an expansion card to riser card bracket 1, 2.5.2 Installing an - Asus RS720-E9-RS8 | Series User Manual - Page 59
riser card bracket 4 and the PCIE expansion card assembly to the chassis. 7. Secure the metal lock to the chassis with the screw removed in step 2. ASUS RS720-E9-RS8/RS8-G 2-31 - Asus RS720-E9-RS8 | Series User Manual - Page 60
2.5.5 Installing GPU cards (for RS720-E9-RS8-G only) To install a passive GPU (FH/FL) card to the riser card bracket 2: 1. Remove the two screws that secure the riser card bracket 2 to the - Asus RS720-E9-RS8 | Series User Manual - Page 61
area on the GPU air duct. 10. From inside the GPU air duct, secure the GPU air duct to the GPU card with two screws. ASUS RS720-E9-RS8/RS8-G 2-33 - Asus RS720-E9-RS8 | Series User Manual - Page 62
11. Install the GPU card into the riser card bracket 2. 12. Secure the GPU card to the riser card bracket 2 with the screws removed in step 5. 13. Secure the GPU air duct to the riser card bracket 2 with the screw removed in step 4. 14. Connect the cable from the GPU card to the VGAPWR1 connector on - Asus RS720-E9-RS8 | Series User Manual - Page 63
from the metal cover (C), then remove the metal cover (D) from the riser card bracket 3. 6. Prepare the GPU card and the GPU power cable. Metal cover ASUS RS720-E9-RS8/RS8-G 2-35 - Asus RS720-E9-RS8 | Series User Manual - Page 64
7. (Optional) Prepare the GPU card dongle, then connect it to the GPU power cable as shown. GPU card dongle GPU power cable 8. Connect the GPU power cable or GPU card dongle to the connector on the GPU card. 9. Align the GPU air duct to the GPU card and pass the GPU power cable (or power cable and - Asus RS720-E9-RS8 | Series User Manual - Page 65
of the riser card bracket 3 is firmly seated in place. 16. Secure the riser card bracket 3 to the chassis with the screws removed in step 1. ASUS RS720-E9-RS8/RS8-G 2-37 - Asus RS720-E9-RS8 | Series User Manual - Page 66
2.5.6 Replacing GPU cards (for RS720-E9-RS8-G only) To replace the pre-installed passive GPU (FH/FL) card on the riser card bracket 2: 1. Remove the two screws that secure the riser card - Asus RS720-E9-RS8 | Series User Manual - Page 67
of the riser card bracket 2 is firmly seated in place. 18. Secure the riser card bracket 2 to the chassis with the screws removed in step 1. ASUS RS720-E9-RS8/RS8-G 2-39 - Asus RS720-E9-RS8 | Series User Manual - Page 68
To replace the pre-installed passive GPU (FH/FL) card on the riser card bracket 3: 1. Remove the two screws that secure the riser card bracket 3 to the chassis. 2. Lift the strap and then pull it up to detach the riser card bracket 3 from the PCIE4 slot on the motherboard. Riser card bracket 3 3. - Asus RS720-E9-RS8 | Series User Manual - Page 69
of the riser card bracket 3 is firmly seated in place. 18. Secure the riser card bracket 3 to the chassis with the screws removed in step 1. ASUS RS720-E9-RS8/RS8-G 2-41 - Asus RS720-E9-RS8 | Series User Manual - Page 70
II card To install an ASUS PIKE II card to the riser card bracket 1: 1. Remove the screw that secures the riser card bracket 1 to the chassis. 2. Firmly hold the riser card - Asus RS720-E9-RS8 | Series User Manual - Page 71
riser card bracket 1 and the ASUS PIKE II card assembly into the PCIE1 slot on the motherboard. Ensure that the golden connectors of the riser card bracket 1 is firmly seated in place. 9. Secure the riser card bracket 1 to the chassis with the screw removed in step 1. ASUS RS720-E9-RS8/RS8-G 2-43 - Asus RS720-E9-RS8 | Series User Manual - Page 72
-NVME4-OCuLink card To install an ASUS PCIE-NVME4-OCuLink card to the riser card bracket 1: 1. Remove the screw that secures the riser card bracket 1 to the chassis. 2. Firmly hold the riser - Asus RS720-E9-RS8 | Series User Manual - Page 73
bracket 1 and the ASUS PCIE-NVME4-OCuLink card assembly into the PCIE1 slot on the motherboard. Ensure that the golden connectors of the riser card bracket 1 is firmly seated in place. 8. Secure the riser card bracket 1 to the chassis with the screw removed in step 1. ASUS RS720-E9-RS8/RS8-G 2-45 - Asus RS720-E9-RS8 | Series User Manual - Page 74
9. Connect the OCuLink cables from the ASUS PCIE-NVME4-OCuLink card to OCUPCIE1-4 slots on the backplane. Ensure that the cables follow the path as shown below. Connects to the OCUPCIE2 port - Asus RS720-E9-RS8 | Series User Manual - Page 75
card bracket 2 on a flat and stable surface in the orientation as shown. 5. Prepare the ASUS PCIENVME2-OCuLink card. 6. Install the ASUS PCIE-NVME2OCuLink card into the PCIE slot. 7. Connect the OCuLink cables to the corresponding slots. OCuLink port 2 OCuLink port 1 ASUS RS720-E9-RS8/RS8-G 2-47 - Asus RS720-E9-RS8 | Series User Manual - Page 76
1. 11. Locate the backplane on the 2.5" rear storage device bay. 12. Connect the OCuLink cables OCuLink port 2 cable from OCuLink card from the ASUS PCIE-NVME2- OCuLink card to the slots on the backplane. Ensure that the cables follow the path as shown. OCuLink port 1 OCuLink port 2 OCuLink - Asus RS720-E9-RS8 | Series User Manual - Page 77
Mouse Port 13 8 Numeric Data Processor 14* 9 Primary IDE Channel 15* 10 Secondary IDE Channel * These IRQs are usually available for ISA or PCI devices. ASUS RS720-E9-RS8/RS8-G 2-49 - Asus RS720-E9-RS8 | Series User Manual - Page 78
2.5.11 Installing Mezzanine cards To install a Mezzanine card: 1. Locate the Mezzanine card connector on your motherboard. 2. Remove the riser card bracket 1. For more information, refer to section 2.5.1 Installing an expansion card to riser card bracket 1. 3. Remove the screw from the metal cover - Asus RS720-E9-RS8 | Series User Manual - Page 79
aligned and matched to the screw holes of the Mezzanine card. Stand screws OCP connector Mounting hole 7. Secure the Mezzanine card with four bundled screws. ASUS RS720-E9-RS8/RS8-G 2-51 - Asus RS720-E9-RS8 | Series User Manual - Page 80
8. Reinstall the metal cover (A) and secure it with the screw (B). 9. Install the riser card bracket 1 into the PCIE connector on the motherboard. For more information, refer to section 2.5.1 Installing an expansion card to riser card bracket 1. 2-52 Chapter 2: Hardware Information - Asus RS720-E9-RS8 | Series User Manual - Page 81
from the motherboard. Top screw Stand screw 3. Select an appropriate screw hole on the motherboard for your M.2 card, then secure the stand to the motherboard. ASUS RS720-E9-RS8/RS8-G 2-53 - Asus RS720-E9-RS8 | Series User Manual - Page 82
4. Prepare the M.2 card. 5. Align and insert the M.2 card into the M.2 connector on the motherboard. Ensure that the golden connector of the M.2 card is inserted firmly in place and that the screw hole on the M.2 card matches the stand screw on the motherboard. 6. Secure the M.2 card with the top - Asus RS720-E9-RS8 | Series User Manual - Page 83
USB connector (from motherboard to front I/O board) 7. SATA connectors (from motherboard to SATA/SAS backplane board) 8. ISATA connectors (from motherboard to SATA/SAS backplane board) ASUS RS720-E9-RS8/RS8-G 2-55 - Asus RS720-E9-RS8 | Series User Manual - Page 84
2.7 SATA/SAS backplane cabling RS720-E9-RS8 (without rear bay model) 1 34 2 1 34 2 Connects a 8-pin plug from motherboard PWR1 MSAS_HD2 OCUPCIE3 OCUPCIE4 MSAS_HD1 OCUPCIE1 OCUPCIE2 Connects the data cable connected to the ASUS PCIE-NVME4-OCuLink card 2-56 Chapter 2: Hardware Information - Asus RS720-E9-RS8 | Series User Manual - Page 85
RS720-E9-RS8 (with rear bay model) 1 34 2 1 34 2 Connects a 8-pin plug from motherboard PWR1 MSAS_HD2 Connects the connected to the motherboard OCUPCIE3 OCUPCIE4 MSAS_HD1 OCUPCIE1 OCUPCIE2 Connects the data cable connected to the ASUS PCIE-NVME4-OCuLink card ASUS RS720-E9-RS8/RS8-G 2-57 - Asus RS720-E9-RS8 | Series User Manual - Page 86
RS720-E9-RS8-G 1 34 2 1 34 2 Connects a 8-pin plug from motherboard PWR1 MSAS_HD2 Connects the data cable connected to the motherboard Connects the data cable connected to the motherboard OCUPCIE3 OCUPCIE4 MSAS_HD1 OCUPCIE1 OCUPCIE2 Connects the data cable connected to the ASUS PCIE-NVME4- - Asus RS720-E9-RS8 | Series User Manual - Page 87
to the fan cage. The fan can only be installed in one direction. If the fan cannot be installed, turn it around and try again. ASUS RS720-E9-RS8/RS8-G 2-59 - Asus RS720-E9-RS8 | Series User Manual - Page 88
2.8.2 Redundant power supply module To replace a failed redundant power supply module: 1. Lift up the power supply module lever. 2. Hold the power supply module lever and press the PSU latch. 3. Pull the power supply module out of the system chassis. 4. Insert the replacement power supply module - Asus RS720-E9-RS8 | Series User Manual - Page 89
Chapter 3: Installation Options Installation Options This chapter describes how to install the optional components and devices into the barebone server. 3 - Asus RS720-E9-RS8 | Series User Manual - Page 90
server rack without the need for additional tools. The kit also comes with a metal stopping bracket that can be installed to provide additional support and stability to the server. The tool-less rail kit package includes: Fixing latches Rail components (screws included) Set of screws Latch screws - Asus RS720-E9-RS8 | Series User Manual - Page 91
of the server using the set of latch screws. The locations of the screw holes vary with different server models. Refer to your server user manual for details. For 1U devices Front end of system For 2U devices Front end of system ASUS RS720-E9-RS8/RS8-G 3-3 - Asus RS720-E9-RS8 | Series User Manual - Page 92
Follow steps 2 to 4 if the depth of your server rack exceeds 850mm, if the depth of your server rack is less than 850mm, please skip steps 2 to 4 and proceed with step 5. 2. Slightly slide out and extend the right rack rail, then prepare one of the bundled rail components. Rail component 3. Align - Asus RS720-E9-RS8 | Series User Manual - Page 93
chassis and insert into the rack rail. Ensure that the rack rail cabinet and the rack posts are stable and standing firmly on a level surface. ASUS RS720-E9-RS8/RS8-G 3-5 - Asus RS720-E9-RS8 | Series User Manual - Page 94
3.3 Rail kit dimensions 43.6mm 43.6mm 900mm 589mm 3-6 Chapter 3: Installation Options - Asus RS720-E9-RS8 | Series User Manual - Page 95
Chapter 4: Motherboard Information Motherboard Information This chapter includes the motherboard layout and brief descriptions of the jumpers and internal connectors. 4 - Asus RS720-E9-RS8 | Series User Manual - Page 96
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A USB3_5) Page 4-7 4-20 2-5 4-19 4-16 2-3 4-19 4-23 4-15 4-4 4-21 4-24 4-7 4-6 4-8 4-9 4-5 4-6 4-5 4-20 4-22 4-22 4-9 4-18 4-8 4-17 4-15 4-21 4-25 4-23 4-13 4-13 4-24 4-16 4-14 4-14 ASUS RS720-E9-RS8/RS8-G 4-3 - Asus RS720-E9-RS8 | Series User Manual - Page 98
4.2 Jumpers 1. Clear RTC RAM (3-pin CLRTC1) This jumper allows you to clear the Real Time Clock (RTC) RAM in CMOS. You can clear the CMOS memory of date, time, and system setup parameters by erasing the CMOS RTC RAM data. The onboard button cell battery powers the RAM data in CMOS, which include - Asus RS720-E9-RS8 | Series User Manual - Page 99
) These jumpers allow you to enable or disable the onboard Intel® I350-AM2 Gigabit LAN1/2 controller. Set to pins 1-2 to activate the Gigabit LAN feature. ASUS RS720-E9-RS8/RS8-G 4-5 - Asus RS720-E9-RS8 | Series User Manual - Page 100
4. 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. 5. Baseboard Management Controller setting (3-pin BMC_EN1) This jumper allows you to enable (default) or disable on-board BMC. Ensure - Asus RS720-E9-RS8 | Series User Manual - Page 101
6. DDR4 thermal event setting (3-pin DIMMTRIP1, DIMMTRIP2) This jumper allows you to enable or disable DDR4 DIMM thermal sensing event pin. 7. PCH_MFG1 setting (3-pin PCH_MFG1) This jumper allows you to update the BIOS ME block. ASUS RS720-E9-RS8/RS8-G 4-7 - Asus RS720-E9-RS8 | Series User Manual - Page 102
8. Smart Ride Through (SmaRT) setting (3-pin SMART_PSU1) This jumper allows you to enable or disable the Smart Ride Through (SmaRT) function. This feature is enabled by default. Set to pins 2-3 to disable it. When enabled, SmaRT allows uninterrupted operation of the system during an AC loss event. - Asus RS720-E9-RS8 | Series User Manual - Page 103
10. LANNCSI setting (3-pin LANNCSI_SEL1) This jumper allows you to select which LAN NCSI to function. 11. IPMI SW setting (3-pin IPMI_SW1) This jumper allows you to select which protocol in the GPU sensor to function. ASUS RS720-E9-RS8/RS8-G 4-9 - Asus RS720-E9-RS8 | Series User Manual - Page 104
4.3 Internal 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 - Asus RS720-E9-RS8 | Series User Manual - Page 105
the rear panel LED to light up. 4. Message LED (MESLED1) This onboard LED lights up to red when there is a BMC event log is generated. ASUS RS720-E9-RS8/RS8-G 4-11 - Asus RS720-E9-RS8 | Series User Manual - Page 106
5. BMC LED (BMCLED1) The BMC LED lights up to indicate that the on-board BMC is functional. 6. CATT LED (CATTERR1) The CATT LED indicates that the system has experienced a fatal or catastrophic error and cannot continue to operate. 4-12 Chapter 4: Motherboard Information - Asus RS720-E9-RS8 | Series User Manual - Page 107
SSATA2 slot will be disabled. 2. Mini-SAS HD connector (ISATA1-2) This motherboard comes with mini Serial Attached SCSI (SAS) HD connectors, the storage technology that supports Serial ATA. Each connector supports up to four devices. ASUS RS720-E9-RS8/RS8-G 4-13 - Asus RS720-E9-RS8 | Series User Manual - Page 108
3. USB 3.0 connectors (Type A USB3_5) The USB3_5 connector is for Type-A USB 3.0 devices. You can enjoy all the benefits of USB 3.0 including faster data transfer speeds of up to 5 Gbps, faster charging time for USB-chargeable devices, optimized power efficiency, and backward compatibility with USB - Asus RS720-E9-RS8 | Series User Manual - Page 109
opening at the back of the system chassis. The USB connectors comply with USB 2.0 specification that supports up to 480 Mbps connection speed. The USB port module is purchased separately. 6. Fan power connectors and push down firmly until the connectors completely fit. ASUS RS720-E9-RS8/RS8-G 4-15 - Asus RS720-E9-RS8 | Series User Manual - Page 110
components. These are not jumpers! DO NOT place jumper caps on the fan connectors! 8. TPM connector (14-1 pin TPM1) This connector supports a Trusted Platform Module (TPM) system, which can securely store keys, digital certificates, passwords, and data. A TPM system also helps enhance network - Asus RS720-E9-RS8 | Series User Manual - Page 111
9. System panel connector (20-pin PANEL1) This connector supports several chassis-mounted functions. 1. System power LED (3-pin PLED) This 3-pin connector is for connector is for the chassis-mounted reset button for system reboot without turning off the system power. ASUS RS720-E9-RS8/RS8-G 4-17 - Asus RS720-E9-RS8 | Series User Manual - Page 112
10. Auxiliary panel connector (20-2 pin AUX_PANEL1, 20-pin AUX_PANEL2) This connector is for additional front panel features including front panel SMB, locator LED and switch, chassis intrusion, and LAN LEDs. 1. Front panel SMB (6-1 pin FPSMB) These leads connect the front panel SMBus cable. 2. LAN - Asus RS720-E9-RS8 | Series User Manual - Page 113
fit. DO NOT connect the back panel to these connectors. Doing so may cause system boot errors and permanent damage to your motherboard or device. ASUS RS720-E9-RS8/RS8-G 4-19 - Asus RS720-E9-RS8 | Series User Manual - Page 114
13. VGA connector (16-pin VGA_HDR1) This connector supports the VGA High Dynamic-Range interface. 14. Chassis Intrusion (2-pin INTRUSION1) These leads are for the intrusion detection feature for chassis with intrusion sensor or - Asus RS720-E9-RS8 | Series User Manual - Page 115
connectors allow you to install M.2 devices. • This connector supports type 2242 / 2260 / 2280 / 22110 devices on both PCI-E and SATA interface. • If the SATA M.2 (NGFF1) slot is occupied, the SSATA2 slot will be disabled. The M.2 (NGFF) device is purchased separately ASUS RS720-E9-RS8/RS8-G 4-21 - Asus RS720-E9-RS8 | Series User Manual - Page 116
module to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis. The COM module is purchased separately. 18. Micro SD card slot (MSD1) 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 - Asus RS720-E9-RS8 | Series User Manual - Page 117
SSGPIO 1 connector is used for the Intel Rapid Storage Technology Enterprise SGPIO interface that controls the LED pattern generation, device information, and general purpose data. ASUS RS720-E9-RS8/RS8-G 4-23 - Asus RS720-E9-RS8 | Series User Manual - Page 118
21. OCP LAN Activity LED connector (4-1 pin OCP_LED1) OCP LAN LED connector supports OCP LAN card Active LED. 22. USB 3.0 connectors (OCUUSB1) Connect a compatible USB module cable to the OCUUSB1 connector, and then install the module to a slot - Asus RS720-E9-RS8 | Series User Manual - Page 119
23. VPP_I2C1 connector (10-1 pin VPP_I2C1) This connector is used for the Intel VMD function and sensor readings. ASUS RS720-E9-RS8/RS8-G 4-25 - Asus RS720-E9-RS8 | Series User Manual - Page 120
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Chapter 5: 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. 5 - Asus RS720-E9-RS8 | Series User Manual - Page 122
disk drive in case you need to restore the BIOS in the future. Copy the original motherboard BIOS using the BUPDATER utility. 5.1.1 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 - Asus RS720-E9-RS8 | Series User Manual - Page 123
to perform the BIOS update process. Reboot the system when the update process is done. • This function can support devices such as a USB flash disk with FAT 32/16 format and single partition only. • DO NOT shut Press and select Yes to load the BIOS default settings. ASUS RS720-E9-RS8/RS8-G 5-3 - Asus RS720-E9-RS8 | Series User Manual - Page 124
for the motherboard. Save the BIOS file to a bootable USB flash disk drive. 2. Copy the BUPDATER utility (BUPDATER.exe) from the ASUS support website at www.asus.com/support to the bootable USB flash disk drive you created earlier. 3. Boot the system in DOS mode, then at the prompt, type: BUPDATER - Asus RS720-E9-RS8 | Series User Manual - Page 125
4. The utility verifies the file, then starts updating the BIOS file. ASUS Tek. EzFlash Utility Current Platform Platform : Z11PP-D24 Version : 0215 Build date: 01/13/2017 New from the hard disk drive. The BIOS update is finished! Please restart your system. C:\> ASUS RS720-E9-RS8/RS8-G 5-5 - Asus RS720-E9-RS8 | Series User Manual - Page 126
5.2 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. 5-6 Chapter 5: BIOS Setup - Asus RS720-E9-RS8 | Series User Manual - Page 127
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 RS720-E9-RS8/RS8-G 5-7 - Asus RS720-E9-RS8 | Series User Manual - Page 128
5.2.3 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 (such as Advanced) on the menu bar have their respective menu items. 5.2.4 Submenu items A solid triangle before each item on any - Asus RS720-E9-RS8 | Series User Manual - Page 129
. 5.3.1 System Date [Day xx/xx/xxxx] Allows you to set the system date. 5.3.2 System Time [xx:xx:xx] Allows you to set the system time. ASUS RS720-E9-RS8/RS8-G 5-9 - Asus RS720-E9-RS8 | Series User Manual - Page 130
to [Default] or [By Benchmark]. Core Optimizer [Disabled] Enable this item to keep the processor operating at the turbo frequency. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Linux support may vary by version of the OS. 5-10 Chapter 5: BIOS Setup - Asus RS720-E9-RS8 | Series User Manual - Page 131
Enable Auto] [Enable Manual] 5.5 Advanced menu The Advanced menu items allow you to change the settings for the CPU and other system devices. Take caution when changing the settings of the Advanced menu items. Incorrect field values can cause the system to malfunction. ASUS RS720-E9-RS8/RS8-G 5-11 - Asus RS720-E9-RS8 | Series User Manual - Page 132
[Disabled] Allows you to enable or disable the BIOS support for security device. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] 5.5.2 ACPI Settings Enable ACPI Auto Configuration [Disabled] Allows you to enable or disable the BIOS ACPI Auto Configuration. - Asus RS720-E9-RS8 | Series User Manual - Page 133
; IRQ=4;] [IO=3F8h; IRQ=3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 9, 10, 11, 12;] [IO=2F8h; IRQ=3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 9, 10, 11, 12;] [IO=3E8h; IRQ=3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 9, 10, 11, 12;] [IO=2E8h; IRQ=3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 9, 10, 11, 12;] ASUS RS720-E9-RS8/RS8-G 5-13 - Asus RS720-E9-RS8 | Series User Manual - Page 134
the same or compatible settings. Terminal Type [VT-UTF8] Allows you to set the terminal type. [VT100] ASCII char set. [VT100+] Extends VT100 to support color, function keys, etc. [VT-UTF8] Uses UTF8 encoding to map Unicode chars onto 1 or more bytes. [ANSI] Extended ASCII char set. Bits - Asus RS720-E9-RS8 | Series User Manual - Page 135
Legacy OS Redirection Resolution [80x24] This allows you to set the number of rows and columns supported on the Legacy OS. Configuration options: [80x24] [80x25] Putty Keypad [VT100] This of Legacy OS and Legacy OPROM Messages. Configuration options: [COM1] [COM2] ASUS RS720-E9-RS8/RS8-G 5-15 - Asus RS720-E9-RS8 | Series User Manual - Page 136
only when you set Console Redirection to [Enabled]. Console Redirection Settings Out-of-Band Mgmt Port [COM1] Microsoft Windows Emergency Management Services (EMS) allow for remote management of a Windows Server OS through a serial port. Configuration options: [COM1] [COM2] Terminal Type [VT-UTF8 - Asus RS720-E9-RS8 | Series User Manual - Page 137
LAN2 Enable is set to [Enabled]. Intel LAN 2 ROM Type [Disabled] Allows you to select the Intel LAN ROM type. Configuration options: [PXE] [iSCSI] [Disabled] ASUS RS720-E9-RS8/RS8-G 5-17 - Asus RS720-E9-RS8 | Series User Manual - Page 138
5.5.7 APM Allows you to configure the Advance Power Management (APM) settings. Restore AC Power Loss [Last State] When set to [Power Off], the system goes into off state after an AC power loss. When set to [Power On], the system will reboot after an AC power loss. When set to [Last State], the - Asus RS720-E9-RS8 | Series User Manual - Page 139
system supports 64-bit PCI decoding. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] SR-IOV Support [Enabled] This option enables or disables SIngle Root IO Virtualization Support if disables PCI Express device No snoop option. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] ASUS RS720-E9-RS8/RS8-G 5-19 - Asus RS720-E9-RS8 | Series User Manual - Page 140
PCI Express Link Register Settings ASPM Support [Disabled] Allows to set the ASPM level. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Auot] [Force L0s] [Force L0s] Force all links to L0s state. [Auto] BIOS auto configure. [ - Asus RS720-E9-RS8 | Series User Manual - Page 141
driver support. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Mass Storage Devices AMI Virtual CDROM0-2 / Floppy / HDisk0 1.00 [Auto] Allows you to select the mass storage device emulation type. Configuration options: [Auto] [Floppy] [Forced FDD] [Hard Disk] [CD-ROM] ASUS RS720-E9-RS8/RS8-G 5-21 - Asus RS720-E9-RS8 | Series User Manual - Page 142
[Enabled] This option allows you to enable or disable CSM Support. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] The following item appears only when CSM Support is set to [Enabled]. GateA20 Active [Upon Request] This allows you to set the GA20 option. Configuration options: [Upon Request] [Always - Asus RS720-E9-RS8 | Series User Manual - Page 143
5.5.11 NVMe Configuration This page will display the NVMe controller and drive information. 5.5.12 Offboard SATA Controller Configuration This page will display the offboard SATA controller and drive information. ASUS RS720-E9-RS8/RS8-G 5-23 - Asus RS720-E9-RS8 | Series User Manual - Page 144
. Configuration options: [Disable] [Enable] The following item appears only when Network stack is set to [Enabled]. Ipv4 PXE Support [Disabled] Enables or disables the Ipv4 PXE Boot Support. If disabled, Ipv4 PXE boot option will not be created. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Ipv4 HTTP - Asus RS720-E9-RS8 | Series User Manual - Page 145
5.5.14 iSCSI Configuration Allows you to configure the iSCSi parameters. 5.6 Platform Configuration menu The IntelRCSetup menu items allow you to change the platform settings. ASUS RS720-E9-RS8/RS8-G 5-25 - Asus RS720-E9-RS8 | Series User Manual - Page 146
you to enable or disable GP27 Wake From DeepSx. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] PCI Express Configuration PCI-E ASPM Support (Global) [L1 Only] Allows you to select ASPM support for all downstream devices. Configuration options: [Per individual port] [L1 Only] PCH DMI ASPM [Platform-POR - Asus RS720-E9-RS8 | Series User Manual - Page 147
[AHCI] [RAID] Support Aggressive Link Power Management [Enabled] Allows you to enable or disable the Support Aggressive Link Power ( [Disabled] [Enabled] The following items appears only when the XHCI Manual Mode is set to [Enabled]. Trunk Clock Gating (BTCG) [ [Enabled] ASUS RS720-E9-RS8/RS8-G 5-27 - Asus RS720-E9-RS8 | Series User Manual - Page 148
The following items appears only when the USB Per-Connector Disable is set to [Enabled]. USB_1-8 [Enabled] Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] USB3_1-5 [Enabled] Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Security Configuration SMM BIOS Write Protect [Enabled] Allows you to enable or - Asus RS720-E9-RS8 | Series User Manual - Page 149
: [Disabled] [Enabled] Whea Settings Whea Support [Disabled] This item allows you to enable or disable the WHEA support. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] 5.7 Socket Configuration menu The IntelRCSetup menu items allow you to change the socket settings. ASUS RS720-E9-RS8/RS8-G 5-29 - Asus RS720-E9-RS8 | Series User Manual - Page 150
Technology function. When disabled, only one thread per activated core is enabled. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Enable Intel(R) TXT Support [Disabled] Forces the XD feature log to always return 0 when disabled. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] VMX [Enabled] Enables the - Asus RS720-E9-RS8 | Series User Manual - Page 151
AES-NI [Enabled] This Item allows you to enable or disable the AES-NI support. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] 5.7.2 Common RefCode Configuration MMIO High Base [ or disables the Non uniform Memory Access (NUMA). Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] ASUS RS720-E9-RS8/RS8-G 5-31 - Asus RS720-E9-RS8 | Series User Manual - Page 152
5.7.3 UPI Configuration UPI General Configuration UPI Status This item displays information about the UPI status. Link Speed Mode [Fast] This item allows you to select the UPI link speed as either the fast mode or slow mode. Configuration options: [Slow] [Fast] Link Frequency Select [Auto] This - Asus RS720-E9-RS8 | Series User Manual - Page 153
setting. Configuration options: [Auto] [1-way Interleave] [2-way Interleave] Channel Interleaving [Auto] Select different channel interleaving setting. Configuration options: [Auto] [1-way Interleave] [2-way Interleave] [3-way Interleave] ASUS RS720-E9-RS8/RS8-G 5-33 - Asus RS720-E9-RS8 | Series User Manual - Page 154
Rank Interleaving [Auto] Select different rank interleaving setting. Configuration options: [Auto] [1-way Interleave] [2-way Interleave] [4-way Interleave] [8-way Interleave] Memory RAS Configuration Mirror Mode [Disabled] Allows you to select Mirror Modes. Mirror Mode will set entire 1LM/2LM - Asus RS720-E9-RS8 | Series User Manual - Page 155
[Per-Port] Allows you to enable or disable ASPM support for all downstream devices. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Per-Port] [L1 Only] PCIE relaxed Ordering [Enabled] Allows you to enable or disable PCIE relaxed Ordering. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] ASUS RS720-E9-RS8/RS8-G 5-35 - Asus RS720-E9-RS8 | Series User Manual - Page 156
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 Autonomous Core C-State [Disabled] Allows you to enable or disable Autonomous Core C-State Report. Configuration options: [Disabled - Asus RS720-E9-RS8 | Series User Manual - Page 157
TotalTimeThreshold High [3a] The HW switching mechanism Enables the performance setting (0) when the total P0 time is greater than the threshold set. Configuration options: [0] - [3F] ASUS RS720-E9-RS8/RS8-G 5-37 - Asus RS720-E9-RS8 | Series User Manual - Page 158
5.8 Event Logs menu The Event Logs menu items allow you to change the event log settings and view the system event logs. 5.8.1 Change Smbios Event Log Settings Press to change the Smbios Event Log configuration. All values changed here do not take effect until computer is restarted. Enabling - Asus RS720-E9-RS8 | Series User Manual - Page 159
this configuration allow you to configure the BMC network parameters. View System Event Log This item allows you to view the system event log records. ASUS RS720-E9-RS8/RS8-G 5-39 - Asus RS720-E9-RS8 | Series User Manual - Page 160
5.10 Security menu This menu allows a new password to be created or a current password to be changed. The menu also enables or disables the Secure Boot state and lets the user configure the System Mode state. Administrator Password To set an administrator password: 1. Select the Administrator - Asus RS720-E9-RS8 | Series User Manual - Page 161
Boot This item allows you to customize the Secure Boot settings. Secure Boot Allows you to enable or disable Secure Boot. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] ASUS RS720-E9-RS8/RS8-G 5-41 - Asus RS720-E9-RS8 | Series User Manual - Page 162
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. Hard Drive / CD/DVD ROM Drive / Network Device BBS Priorities These - Asus RS720-E9-RS8 | Series User Manual - Page 163
to run the IPMI hardware monitor. Start EZ Flash Allows you to run ASUS EZ Flash BIOS ROM Utility when you press . Refer to the ASUS EZ Flash Utility section for details. 5.13 Save & Exit menu The Save . Click an item to start booting from the selected device. ASUS RS720-E9-RS8/RS8-G 5-43 - Asus RS720-E9-RS8 | Series User Manual - Page 164
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Chapter 6: RAID Configuration RAID Configuration This chapter provides instructions for setting up, creating, and configuring RAID sets using the available utilities. 6 - Asus RS720-E9-RS8 | Series User Manual - Page 166
Option ROM Utility with RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 10, and RAID 5 support (for Windows OS and Linux). 6.1.1 RAID definitions RAID 0 (Data striping) a created RAID set, copy first the RAID driver from the support DVD to a floppy disk before you install an operating system to the selected hard disk - Asus RS720-E9-RS8 | Series User Manual - Page 167
the SATA hard disks into the drive bays following the instructions in the system user guide. 2. Connect a SATA signal cable to the signal connector supported by the Intel® C621 chipset. Refer to the succeeding section for details on how to use the RAID configuration utility. ASUS RS720-E9-RS8/RS8 - Asus RS720-E9-RS8 | Series User Manual - Page 168
to create RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 10 (RAID 1+0), and RAID 5 set from 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 the Serial ATA hard disk drives, have set the correct jumper settings of the - Asus RS720-E9-RS8 | Series User Manual - Page 169
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 RS720-E9-RS8/RS8-G 6-5 - Asus RS720-E9-RS8 | Series User Manual - Page 170
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 for - Asus RS720-E9-RS8 | Series User Manual - Page 171
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 RS720-E9-RS8/RS8-G 6-7 - Asus RS720-E9-RS8 | Series User Manual - Page 172
6.2.3 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 < - Asus RS720-E9-RS8 | Series User Manual - Page 173
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 RS720-E9-RS8/RS8-G 6-9 - Asus RS720-E9-RS8 | Series User Manual - Page 174
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 ] - Asus RS720-E9-RS8 | Series User Manual - Page 175
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 RS720-E9-RS8/RS8-G 6-11 - Asus RS720-E9-RS8 | Series User Manual - Page 176
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. Please refer to the installation instructions in Chapter 7. To enter the Intel® Rapid Storage - Asus RS720-E9-RS8 | Series User Manual - Page 177
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 RS720-E9-RS8/RS8-G 6-13 - Asus RS720-E9-RS8 | Series User Manual - Page 178
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 - Asus RS720-E9-RS8 | Series User Manual - Page 179
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 RS720-E9-RS8/RS8-G 6-15 - Asus RS720-E9-RS8 | Series User Manual - Page 180
6.3.3 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 - Asus RS720-E9-RS8 | Series User Manual - Page 181
, 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 RS720-E9-RS8/RS8-G 6-17 - Asus RS720-E9-RS8 | Series User Manual - Page 182
display the CSM Configuration menu. Refer to Chapter 5 for details on entering and navigating through the BIOS Setup. 3. Select the [Disabled] option for the CSM Support option in the CSM Configuration menu. 6-18 Chapter 6: RAID Configuration - Asus RS720-E9-RS8 | Series User Manual - Page 183
and select X to enable this function. 5. Under Select Disks, press and select X for the disks you want to include in the RAID set. ASUS RS720-E9-RS8/RS8-G 6-19 - Asus RS720-E9-RS8 | Series User Manual - Page 184
6. When the Strip Size item is selected, press to select strip size for the RAID array (for RAID 0, 10 and 5 only), and then press . The available strip size values range from 4 KB to 128 KB. The following are typical values: - RAID 0: 128 KB - RAID 10: 64 KB - RAID 5: 64 KB We - Asus RS720-E9-RS8 | Series User Manual - Page 185
Chapter 7: Driver Installation Driver Installation This chapter provides the instructions for installing the necessary drivers for different system components in the Windows® Operating Systems. 7 - Asus RS720-E9-RS8 | Series User Manual - Page 186
independent hard disk drive or bootable array. This part provides the instructions on how to install the RAID controller drivers during OS installation your system. 3. Click on the optical drive to browse the contents of the support DVD. 4. Click Drivers > C620 INTEL RAID > Windows > Driver and then - Asus RS720-E9-RS8 | Series User Manual - Page 187
flash drive containing the RAID controller driver. Click Browse to continue. 5. Locate the driver in the corresponding folder of the Support DVD or USB flash drive and then click OK to continue. 6. Select the RAID controller driver you need from the list and click Next. ASUS RS720-E9-RS8/RS8-G 7-3 - Asus RS720-E9-RS8 | Series User Manual - Page 188
loading the RAID driver, • Replace the motherboard Support DVD with the Windows Server installation disc. • Remove the USB flash drive. Select the drive to install Windows and click Next. 8. Setup then proceeds with the OS installation. Follow screen instructions to continue. 7-4 Chapter 7: Driver - Asus RS720-E9-RS8 | Series User Manual - Page 189
the support DVD. The main screen of the Support DVD contains the following tabs: 1. Drivers 2. Utilities 3. Manual 4. Contact The main screen of the Support DVD looks exactly the same on the Windows® Server 2012 R2 and on the Windows® Server 2016 Operating System (OS). ASUS RS720-E9-RS8/RS8-G 7-5 - Asus RS720-E9-RS8 | Series User Manual - Page 190
installed devices. Install the necessary drivers to activate the devices. 7.3.2 Utilities menu tab The Utilities menu displays the software applications and utilities that the motherboard supports. 7-6 Chapter 7: Driver Installation - Asus RS720-E9-RS8 | Series User Manual - Page 191
You need an internet browser installed in your OS to view the User Guide. 7.3.4 Contact information menu The Contact menu displays the ASUS contact information, e-mail addresses, and useful links if you need more information or technical support for your motherboard. ASUS RS720-E9-RS8/RS8-G 7-7 - Asus RS720-E9-RS8 | Series User Manual - Page 192
provides the instructions on how to install the Intel® chipset device software on the system. You need to manually install the Intel Administrator privileges. 2. Insert the motherboard/system support DVD into the optical drive. The support DVD automatically displays the Drivers menu if Autorun - Asus RS720-E9-RS8 | Series User Manual - Page 193
5. Read the License Agreement and click Accept to continue the process. 6. Read the Readme File Information and click Install to start the installation process. 7. Click Restart Now to complete the setup process. ASUS RS720-E9-RS8/RS8-G 7-9 - Asus RS720-E9-RS8 | Series User Manual - Page 194
This section provides the instructions on how to install the ASPEED Video Graphics Adapter (VGA) driver. You need to manually install the ASPEED Administrator privileges. 2. Insert the motherboard/system support DVD into the optical drive. The support DVD automatically displays the Drivers menu if - Asus RS720-E9-RS8 | Series User Manual - Page 195
5. Click Install to start the installation process. 6. Click Finish to complete the installation. ASUS RS720-E9-RS8/RS8-G 7-11 - Asus RS720-E9-RS8 | Series User Manual - Page 196
7.6 Intel® Rapid Storage Technology enterprise 5.0 installation This section provides the instructions on how to install the Intel® Rapid Storage Technology enterprise 5.0 on the system. You need to manually install the Intel® Rapid Storage Technology enterprise 5.0 utility on a Windows® operating - Asus RS720-E9-RS8 | Series User Manual - Page 197
5. Read the Warning message and click Next to continue. 6. Read the License Agreement and click Accept to continue the process. 7. Select the destination folder and click Next to continue. ASUS RS720-E9-RS8/RS8-G 7-13 - Asus RS720-E9-RS8 | Series User Manual - Page 198
8. Tick the features that you would like to install and click Next to continue. 9. Click Install to start the installation process. 10. Click Restart Now to complete the setup process. 7-14 Chapter 7: Driver Installation - Asus RS720-E9-RS8 | Series User Manual - Page 199
Appendix Appendix This appendix includes additional information that you may refer to when configuring the motherboard. - Asus RS720-E9-RS8 | Series User Manual - Page 200
Z11PP-D24 block diagram DDR4 RDIMM * 2 DDR4 RDIMM * 2 DDR4 RDIMM * 2 DDR4 RDIMM * 2 DDR4 RDIMM * 2 DDR4 RDIMM * 2 DDR4 RDIMM * 2 PCI-E x16 Slot2 PCI-E x16 Slot3 PCI-E x16 Slot4 Channel G DDR4 2133/2400/2667 Channel H DDR4 2133/2400/2667 Channel I DDR4 2133/2400/2667 Channel J DDR4 2133/2400/2667 - Asus RS720-E9-RS8 | Series User Manual - Page 201
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 brouillage est susceptible d'en compromettre le fonctionnement. CAN ICES-3(B)/NMB-3(B) ASUS RS720-E9-RS8/RS8-G A-3 - Asus RS720-E9-RS8 | Series User Manual - Page 202
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-4 Appendix - Asus RS720-E9-RS8 | Series User Manual - Page 203
, Shanghai, China Telephone +86-21-5442-1616 Fax +86-21-5442-0099 Web site https://www.asus.com.cn Technical Support Telephone Online Support +86-20-2804-7506 (400-620-6655) https://www.asus.com/support/Product/ContactUs/Services/ questionform/?lang=zh-cn ASUS RS720-E9-RS8/RS8-G A-5 - Asus RS720-E9-RS8 | Series User Manual - Page 204
+49-2102-959911 Web site https://www.asus.com/de/ Technical Support Telephone +49-1805-010923 Support Fax +49-2102-959911 Online support https://www.asus.com/support/Product/ContactUs/Services/ questionform/?lang=de-de ASUS Czech Service s.r.o. (Europe) Address Na Rovince 887, 720 00 - Asus RS720-E9-RS8 | Series User Manual - Page 205
-Service (Russia and CIS) Address 10 Telephone (495) 640-32-75 Web site https://www.asus.com/ru/ Technical Support Telephone 008-800-100-ASUS (008-800-100-2787) Online Support https://www.asus.com/support/Product/ContactUs/Services/ questionform/?lang=ru-ru ASUS RS720-E9-RS8/RS8-G A-7 - Asus RS720-E9-RS8 | Series User Manual - Page 206
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