Asus WS C422 SAGE/10G WS C422 SAGE10G User Manual

Asus WS C422 SAGE/10G Manual

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    Motherboard WS C422 SAGE/10G
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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 WS C422 SAGE/10G specifications summary ix Package contents...xiii Installation tools and components xiv Chapter 1: Product Introduction 1.1 Motherboard overview 1-1 1.1.1 Before you proceed 1-1 1.1.2 Motherboard layout 1-2 1.1.3 Central Processing
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    10 ASUS EZ Flash 3 Utility 3-21 3.9.2 Secure Erase 3-22 3.9.3 ASUS Overclocking Profile 3-23 3.9.4 ASUS SPD Information 3-23 3.9.5 Graphics Card Information 3-23 3.10 Exit menu 3-24 3.11 Updating BIOS 3-25 3.11.1 EZ Update 3-25 3.11.2 ASUS EZ Flash 3 3-26 3.11.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS
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    three SLI-ready graphics cards 5-8 5.2.4 Installing four SLI-ready graphics cards 5-9 5.2.5 Installing the device drivers 5-10 5.2.6 Enabling the NVIDIA® SLI® technology 5-10 Appendix WS C422 SAGE/10G block diagram (48-Lane A-1 Q-Code table...A-2 Notices ...A-5 ASUS contact information
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    Contact a qualified service technician or your retailer. Operation safety • Before installing the motherboard and adding devices on it, carefully read all the manuals that came with . • If you encounter technical problems with the product, contact a qualified service technician or your retailer. vi
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    motherboard. How this guide is organized This guide contains the following parts: 1. 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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    WS C422 SAGE/10G specifications summary CPU Chipset Memory Expansion slots Multi-GPU support LGA2066 Socket for Intel® Xeon-W Series Processors Supports 14nm CPU Supports Intel® Turbo Boost Technology 2.0** * Refer to www.asus.com for Intel® CPU support list. ** Support of these features depends
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    WS C422 SAGE/10G specifications summary Audio Back Panel I/O Ports Features Realtek ALC S1220A Windows® 10. 1 x Optical S/PDIF Out Port 2 x USB 3.1 Gen 2 ports (USB Type-C® & Type A) 4 x USB 3.1 Gen 1 ports (Blue) 2 x Intel LAN (RJ45) Ports 8-channel Audio I/O Ports Supporting ASUS Control Center
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    WS C422 SAGE/10G specifications summary Features ASUS SafeSlot and SafeSlot Core: Fortified PCIe Slot preventing damages ASUS Overvoltage Protection: World-class circuit-protecting power design ASUS Enhanced DRAM Overcurrent Protection - Short circuit damage prevention ASUS Stainless-Steel Back
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    WS C422 SAGE/10G specifications summary Internal I/O connectors Operating system support Form factor 1 x Aura Addressable Strip Header 1 x AAFP connector 1 x Aura RGB Strip Header 1 x TPM Header 1 x USB 3.1 Gen 1 connector(s) support(s) additional 2 USB 3.1 Gen 1 ports 1 x USB 3.1 Gen 2 front
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    1 x WS C422 SAGE/10G motherboard 8 x SATA 6Gb/s cables 1 x Extension cable for Addressable LED 1 x M.2 screws kit 1 x Vertical M.2 bracket set 1 x ASUS 3-Way SLI® bridge 1 x ASUS 4-Way SLI® bridge 1 x ASUS HB SLI® bridge 1 x COM port bracket 1 x I/O shield 1 x Q-Connector 1 x Motherboard support DVD
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    CPU Fan Intel® LGA 2066 CPU PC chassis SATA hard disk drive Phillips (cross) screwdriver Power supply unit 1 bag of screws DIMM SATA optical disc drive (optional) Graphics card M.2 SSD module (optional) The tools and components in the table above are not included in the motherboard package
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    bag that came with the component. • Before you install or remove any component, ensure that the ATX power supply is switched off or the power cord is detached from the power supply. Failure to do so may cause severe damage to the motherboard, peripherals, or components. ASUS WS C422 SAGE/10G 1-1
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    1.1.2 Motherboard layout Chapter 1 Refer to 1.1.9 Internal connectors and 2.3.1 Rear I/O connection for more information about rear panel connectors and internal connectors. 1-2 Chapter 1: Product Introduction
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    ) 21. Q-Code LEDs 22. Reset button 23. Power-on button 24. Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP) 25. Thunderbolt header (5-pin TB_HEADER) Page 1-5 1-19 1-4 1-18 2-13 1-21 1-22 1-10 1-15 1-16 1-20 1-23 1-26 1-17 1-12 1-26 1-24 1-25 1-23 1-11 1-14 1-9 1-9 1-16 1-21 ASUS WS C422 SAGE/10G 1-3
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    Central Processing Unit (CPU) The motherboard comes with a surface mount LGA2066 socket designed for the Intel® Xeon W-Series Processors. Chapter 1 you see any damage to the PnP cap/socket contacts/motherboard components. ASUS will shoulder the cost of repair only if the damage is shipment/
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    Rate 4) Dual Inline Memory Modules (DIMM) slots. A DDR4 module is notched differently from a DDR, DDR2, or DDR3 module. DO NOT install a DDR, DDR2, or DDR3 memory module to the DDR4 slot. Recommended memory configurations Intel® Skylake/Cascade Lake-W Series Processors ASUS WS C422 SAGE/10G 1-5
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    vendor-marked value. • For system stability, use a more efficient memory cooling system to support a full memory load (8 DIMMs) or overclocking condition. • Always install the DIMMS with get the correct memory modules. • Visit the ASUS website for the latest QVL. 1-6 Chapter 1: Product Introduction
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    cord before adding or removing expansion cards. Failure to do so may cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components. Chapter 1 Slot No. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Slot Description PCIe 3.0/2.0 x16_1 3.0/2.0 x16_6 slot (x0/x8 mode) PCIe 3.0/2.0 x16_7 slot (x16/x8 mode) ASUS WS C422 SAGE/10G 1-7
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    x8 x8 x8 • We recommend that you provide sufficient power when running CrossFireX™ or SLI™ mode. • Connect a chassis fan to the motherboard connector labeled CHA_FAN1-2 when using multiple graphics cards for better thermal environment. • We recommend that install the graphics cards into the PCIe
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    gamers who continually change settings to enhance system performance. 1. Power-on button The motherboard comes with a power-on button that allows you to power up or wake up installing any motherboard component. 2. Reset button Press the reset button to reboot the system. ASUS WS C422 SAGE/10G 1-9
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    www.asus.com. • If you turn off the computer and replace DIMMs during the tuning process, the system continues memory tuning after turning on the computer. To stop memory tuning, turn off the computer and unplug the power cord for about 5-10 seconds. • If your system fails to boot up due to BIOS
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    4. Clear CMOS button (CLR_CMOS) Press this button to clear the BIOS setup information only when the systems hangs due to overclocking. Chapter 1 ASUS WS C422 SAGE/10G 1-11
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    1.1.7 Jumpers 1. CPU Over Voltage jumper (3-pin CPU_OV) The CPU Over Voltage jumper allows you to set a higher CPU voltage for a flexible overclocking system, depending on the type of the installed CPU. To gain more CPU voltage setting, insert the jumper to pins 2-3. To go back to its default CPU
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    of an error code as a starting point for troubleshooting. The actual cause may vary from case to case. 2. M.2 LEDs (M.2_1_LED; M.2_2_LED) The M.2 LED near the M.2 socket will light up when an SATA SSD device is detected. This motherboard supports PCIe SSD devices only. ASUS WS C422 SAGE/10G 1-13
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    the Q-Code table on the next page for details. • 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. 1-14 Chapter
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    with the Intel® Rapid Storage Technology through the onboard Intel® C422 chipset. These connectors are set to [AHCI Mode] by default. If you intend to create a Serial ATA RAID set using these connectors, set the SATA Mode item in the BIOS to [Intel RST Premium (RAID)]. ASUS WS C422 SAGE/10G 1-15
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    -mounted front panel audio I/O module that supports HD Audio. Connect one end of the front panel audio I/O module cable to this connector. We recommend that you connect a high-definition front panel audio module to this connector to avail of the motherboard's high-definition audio capability. 3. USB
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    2.0. The USB 3.1 Gen 1 module is purchased separately. The plugged USB 3.1 Gen 1 device may run on xHCI or EHCI mode depending on the operating system's setting. ASUS WS C422 SAGE/10G 1-17
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    the fan connectors. Insufficient air flow inside the system may damage the motherboard components. These are not jumpers! Do not place jumper caps on connector. • The CPU_FAN connector supports the CPU fan of maximum 1A (12 W) fan power. • W_PUMP+ function support depends on water cooling device.
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    motherboard may overheat under heavy usage. • Ensure to connect the 8-pin power plug, or connect both the 8-pin and 6-pin power plugs. • For a fully configured system, we recommend that you use a power supply unit (PSU) that complies with ATX ensure the system stability. ASUS WS C422 SAGE/10G 1-19
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    System panel connector (20-3 pin PANEL) This connector supports several chassis-mounted functions. Chapter 1 • System power system warning speaker. The speaker allows you to hear system beeps and warnings. • ATX power button/soft-off button (2-pin PWRSW) This connector is for the system power
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    Intel's Thunderbolt Technology, allowing you to connect up to six Thunderbolt-enabled devices and a DisplayPort-enabled display in a daisy-chain configuration. 9. U.2 connectors (U.2_1-2) This motherboard comes with U.2 connectors which support PCIe 3.0 x4 NVM Express storage. ASUS WS C422 SAGE/10G
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    2260 / 2280 PCIe storage devices. • These sockets support RSTe (Intel® Rapid Storage Technology enterprise). • Due to hardware design, RAID Volume between M.2_1 and M.2_2 is not supported. • The M.2 SSD module is purchased separately. • This motherboard supports PCIe SSD devices only. • The M.2 LED
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    . The thermal sensor is purchased separately. 12. Serial port connector (10-1 pin COM1) This connector is for a serial (COM) port. Connect the serial port module cable to this connector, then install the module to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis. ASUS WS C422 SAGE/10G 1-23
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    longer than 2 m. Before you install or remove any component, ensure that the ATX power supply is switched off or the power cord is detached from the power supply. Failure to do so may cause severe damage to the motherboard, peripherals, or components. • Actual lighting and color will vary with LED
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    or WS2812B based LED strips. The addressable RGB header supports WS2812B addressable RGB LED strips (5V/Data/ Ground), with motherboard. • The addressable RGB LED strip will only light up under the operating system. • The addressable RGB LED strip is purchased separately. ASUS WS C422 SAGE/10G
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    you to connect a KEY module to enable additional CPU RAID functions with Intel® CPU RSTe. Chapter 1 The KEY module is purchased separately. 16. TPM connector (14-1 pin TPM1) This connector supports a Trusted Platform Module (TPM) system, which securely store keys, digital certificates, passwords
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    installation steps are the same for all models. 2.1.1 Motherboard installation 1. Install the ASUS Q-Shield to the chassis rear I/O panel. 2. Place the motherboard into the chassis, ensuring that its rear I/O ports are aligned to the chassis' rear I/O panel. Chapter 2 ASUS WS C422 SAGE/10G 2-1
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    3. Place nine screws into the holes indicated by circles to secure the motherboard to the chassis. Chapter 2 DO NOT overtighten the screws! Doing so can damage the motherboard. 2-2 Chapter 2: Basic Installation
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    the order in opening/ closing the double latch. Follow the instructions printed on the metal sealing hatch or the illustrations shown below in this manual. The plastic cap will pop up automatically once the CPU is in place and the hatch properly sealed down. Chapter 2 ASUS WS C422 SAGE/10G 2-3
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    Triangle mark Triangle mark Chapter 2 2-4 Chapter 2: Basic Installation
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    2.1.3 CPU heatsink and fan assembly installation Apply the Thermal Interface Material to the CPU heatsink and CPU before you install the heatsink and fan, if necessary. To install the CPU heatsink and fan assembly Chapter 2 ASUS WS C422 SAGE/10G 2-5
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    2.1.4 DIMM installation Chapter 2 To remove a DIMM 2-6 Chapter 2: Basic Installation
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    2.1.5 ATX power connection Chapter 2 OR AND • DO NOT connect the 6-pin power plug only, the motherboard may overheat under heavy usage. • Ensure to connect the 8-pin power plug, or connect both the 8-pin and 6-pin power plugs. ASUS WS C422 SAGE/10G 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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    To install ASUS Q-Connector To install USB 3.1 Gen 2 connector USB 3.1 Gen 2 This connector will only fit in one orientation. Push the connector until it clicks into place. To install USB 3.1 Gen 1 connector To install front panel audio connector USB 3.1 Gen 1 AAFP ASUS WS C422 SAGE/10G 2-9
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    2.1.8 Expansion card installation To install PCIe x16 cards Chapter 2 2-10 Chapter 2: Basic Installation
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    2.1.9 M.2 installation OR Chapter 2 Supported M.2 type varies per motherboard. ASUS WS C422 SAGE/10G 2-11
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    . We recommend you to use a USB 2.0 storage device to save the latest BIOS version for better compatibility and stability. BIOS FlashBack™ port 2. Visit https://www.asus.com/support/ and download the latest BIOS version for this motherboard. 3. Rename the file as WSCTG.CAP, then copy it to your USB
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    /file format error. If this scenario happens, please restart the system to turn off the light. • Updating BIOS may have risks. If the BIOS program is damaged during the process and results to the system's failure to boot up, please contact your local ASUS Service Center. ASUS WS C422 SAGE/10G 2-13
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    Chapter 2 2.3 Motherboard rear and audio connections 2.3.1 Rear I/O connection BIOS FlashBack™ port Rear panel connectors 1. USB 3.1 Gen 2 Type-A port E2 2. Intel® 10G LAN port (LAN2)* 3. Intel® 10G LAN port (LAN1)* 4. USB 3.1 Gen 1 ports 8, 9, 10 and 11 (bottom port supports BIOS FlashBack™) 5.
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    Off 100 Mbps connection Orange 1 Gbps connection Green 10 Gbps connection ACT/LINK LED SPEED LED 10G LAN port You can disable the LAN controllers in BIOS. Due to hardware design, the LAN1 port's Front Speaker Out Mic In Center/Subwoofer Rear Speaker Out Chapter 2 ASUS WS C422 SAGE/10G 2-15
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    2.3.2 Audio I/O connections Audio I/O ports Connect to Headphone and Mic Connect to Stereo Speakers Chapter 2 Connect to 2-channel Speakers 2-16 Chapter 2: Basic Installation
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    Chapter 2 Connect to 4-channel Speakers Connect to 5.1-channel Speakers Connect to 7.1-channel Speakers ASUS WS C422 SAGE/10G 2-17
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    the ATX power button. If your monitor complies with the "green" standards or if it has a "power standby" feature, the monitor LED may light up or change from orange to green after the system LED turns on. The system then runs the power-on self tests (POST). While the tests are running, the BIOS
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    trained service personnel. • When downloading or updating the BIOS file, rename it as WSCTG.CAP for this motherboard. • BIOS settings and options may vary due to different BIOS release versions. Please refer to the latest BIOS version for settings and options. Chapter 3 ASUS WS C422 SAGE/10G 3-1
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    reset the motherboard to the default value. See section 1.1.6 Onboard buttons and switches for information on how to erase the RTC RAM via the Clear CMOS button. • The BIOS setup program does not support the Bluetooth devices. Please visit ASUS website for the detailed BIOS content manual. BIOS menu
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    the BIOS setup program configures system overclocking Chapter 3 Enables or disables the SATA RAID mode for Intel Rapid Storage Technology Displays the CPU Fan's speed. Click the button to manually tune options vary depending on the devices you installed to the system. ASUS WS C422 SAGE/10G 3-3
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    Advanced Mode The Advanced Mode provides advanced options for experienced end-users to configure the BIOS settings. The figure below shows an example of the Advanced Mode. Refer to the following on the FAQ Displays the CPU temperature, CPU, and memory voltage output 3-4 Chapter 3: BIOS Setup
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    settings. Refer to section 3.2.3 QFan Control for more information. EZ Tuning Wizard (F11) This button above the menu bar allows you to change the motherboard's SATA mode from AHCI to RAID mode. Refer to section 3.2.4 EZ Tuning Wizard for more information. Chapter 3 ASUS WS C422 SAGE/10G 3-5
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    Move your mouse over this button to show a QR code, scan this QR code on your mobile device to connect to the BIOS FAQ web page of the ASUS support website. You can also scan the following QR code: Hot keys This button above the menu bar contains the navigation keys for the
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    3.2.3 QFan Control The QFan 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 Click to undo the changes Click to go back to main menu Select to manually configure your fans Chapter 3 ASUS WS C422 SAGE/10G 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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    RAID To create RAID: 1. Press on your keyboard or click EZ Tuning Wizard screen. 2. Click Yes to enable RAID. from the BIOS screen to open • Ensure that your HDDs have no existing RAID volumes. • Ensure to connect your HDDs to Intel® SATA connectors. Chapter 3 ASUS WS C422 SAGE/10G 3-9
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    to set to [RAID] mode, CPU or SATA, then click Next. • CPU (VROC mode): Supports Intel® Virtual Raid on CPU. This feature requires a KEY module (purchased separately) and Intel® SSD modules. • SATA (SATA mode): Supports SATA RAID. 4. Select the type of storage for your RAID, Easy Backup or Super
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    For Easy Backup, click Next then select from Easy Backup (RAID 1) or Easy Backup (RAID 10). You can only select Easy Backup (RAID 10) if you connect four (4) HDDs. b. For Super Speed, click Next then select from the setup then click OK to reset your system. Chapter 3 ASUS WS C422 SAGE/10G 3-11
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    3.3 My Favorites My Favorites is your personal space where you can easily save and access your favorite BIOS items. My Favorites comes with several performance, power saving, and fast boot related items by default. You can personalize this screen by adding or removing
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    on your keyboard or click Setup Tree Map screen. from the BIOS screen to open 2. On the Setup Tree Map screen, select the BIOS items that you want to save in My Favorites screen. Main Map screen. 5. Go to My Favorites menu to view the saved BIOS items. Chapter 3 ASUS WS C422 SAGE/10G 3-13
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    the system security settings. • If you have forgotten your BIOS password, erase the CMOS Real Time Clock (RTC) RAM to clear the BIOS password. See section 1.1.6 Onboard buttons and switches for information CPU and DIMM model you installed on the motherboard. Chapter 3 3-14 Chapter 3: BIOS Setup
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    The items in this menu show the CPU-related information that the BIOS automatically detects. The items in this menu may vary based on the to manage and configure the CPU's power. Enhanced Intel SpeedStep Technology Allows the operating system to dynamically . Chapter 3 ASUS WS C422 SAGE/10G 3-15
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    the BIOS automatically driver Intel RST Premium (RAID)] when you want to create a RAID configuration from the SATA hard disk drives. SMART Status Check SMART (Self-Monitoring, Analysis and Reporting Technology) is a monitoring system that shows a warning message during POST (Power-on Self Test
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    behavior, CPU RAID functions with Intel® CPU RSTe only supports Intel® Xeon W-Series Processors and Intel® SSD modules. 3.6.7 Onboard Intel LAN Controller This item allows you to enable or disable the Intel LAN controller. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Chapter 3 ASUS WS C422 SAGE/10G
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    to configure Ipv4 / Ipv6 PXE support. 3.6.10 HDD/SSD SMART Information This menu displays the SMART information of the connected devices. NVM Express devices do not support Motherboard layout for the location of the USB ports. Chapter 3 3-18
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    on the next boot after an AC power loss. [Fast Boot] Accelerates the boot speed on the next boot after an AC power loss. Chapter 3 ASUS WS C422 SAGE/10G 3-19
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    the BIOS after POST. CSM (Compatibility Support Module) This item allows you to configure the CSM (Compatibility Support Module) items to fully support the CSM to fully support the nonUEFI driver add-on devices or the Windows® UEFI mode. Disable the CSM to fully support the non-UEFI driver add-on
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    item allows you to run ASUS EZ Flash 3. When you press , a confirmation message appears. Use the left/right arrow key to select between [Yes] or [No], then press to confirm your choice. For more details, refer to section 3.11.2 ASUS EZ Flash 3. Chapter 3 ASUS WS C422 SAGE/10G 3-21
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    Secure Erase on the Advanced mode menu. Check the ASUS support site for a full list of SSDs tested with Secure Erase. The drive may become unstable if is only supported on Intel SATA port. For more information about Intel SATA ports, refer to section 1.1.2 Motherboard layout of this manual. Displays
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    the current BIOS settings to the BIOS Flash, and supported on selected ASUS graphics cards. Bus Interface This item allows you to select the bus interface. Configuration options: [PCIEX16_1] [PCIEX16_2] [PCIEX16_3] [PCIEX16_4] [PCIEX16_5] [PCIEX16_6] [PCIEX16_7] Chapter 3 ASUS WS C422 SAGE/10G
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    3.10 Exit menu The Exit menu items allow you to load the optimal default values for the BIOS items, and save or discard your changes to the BIOS items. You can access the EZ Mode from the Exit menu. shellx64.efi) from one of the available filesystem devices. Chapter 3 3-24 Chapter 3: BIOS Setup
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    you to update the motherboard BIOS in Windows® environment. • EZ Update requires an Internet connection either through a network or an ISP (Internet Service Provider). • This utility is available in the support DVD that comes with the motherboard package. Chapter 3 ASUS WS C422 SAGE/10G 3-25
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    and Internet conditions. Check your local Internet connection before updating through the Internet. To update the BIOS by USB: 1. Enter the Advanced Mode of the BIOS setup program. Go to the Tool menu to select ASUS EZ Flash Utility and press . 2. Insert the USB flash disk that contains the
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    instructions to complete the update. 5. Reboot the system when the update process is done. Ensure to load the BIOS default settings to ensure system compatibility and stability. Select the Load Optimized Defaults item under the Exit menu. See section 3.10 Exit Menu for details. ASUS WS C422 SAGE
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    during the updating process. You can restore a corrupted BIOS file using the motherboard support DVD or a USB flash drive that contains the BIOS file. The BIOS file in the motherboard support DVD may be older than the BIOS file published on the ASUS official website. If you want to use the newer
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    without parity (redundancy data) having to be calculated and written. With the RAID 10 configuration you get all the benefits of both RAID 0 and RAID 1 configurations. Use four new hard disk drives or use an existing drive and three new drives for this setup. Chapter 4 ASUS WS C422 SAGE/10G 4-1
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    array. Refer to Chapter 2 for details on installing storage devices to your motherboard. 4.1.3 Intel® Rapid Storage Technology in UEFI BIOS To enter the Intel® Rapid Storage Technology in UEFI BIOS: 1. Enter the BIOS Setup during POST. 2. Go to the Advanced menu > PCH Storage Configuration, then
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    Creating a RAID set To create a RAID set: 1. From the Intel® Rapid Storage Technology menu, select Create RAID Volume and press . The following screen appears: 2. When Disks, press and select X for the disks you want to include in the RAID set. Chapter 4 ASUS WS C422 SAGE/10G 4-3
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    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 recommend a lower strip size for server systems, and a higher to create the RAID volume and return to the Intel® Rapid Storage Technology menu. Chapter 4 4-4 Chapter 4: RAID Support
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    disk drives when you delete a RAID set. To delete a RAID set: 1. From the Intel® Rapid Storage Technology menu, select the RAID volume you want to delete and press . volume and return to the Intel® Rapid Storage Technology menu, or select No to cancel. Chapter 4 ASUS WS C422 SAGE/10G 4-5
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    . • Due to hardware design, RAID Volume between M.2_1 and M.2_2 is not supported. To enter the Intel® Virtual Raid on CPU in UEFI BIOS: 1. Enter the BIOS Setup during POST. 2. Go to the Boot menu > CSM (Compatibility Support Module) > Launch CSM, then set the item to [Disabled]. 3. Go to the
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    the BIOS Setup again. 5. Go to the Advanced menu > Intel(R) Virtual Raid on CPU > All Intel VMD Controllers, then press to display the Intel® Virtual Raid on CPU menu. Refer to Chapter 3 for details on entering and navigating through the BIOS Setup. Chapter 4 ASUS WS C422 SAGE/10G 4-7
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    Creating a RAID set To create a RAID set: 1. From the Intel® Virtual Raid on CPU menu, select Create RAID Volume and press . The following screen appears: 2. When the Disks, press and select X for the disks you want to include in the RAID set. Chapter 4 4-8 Chapter 4: RAID Support
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    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 recommend a lower strip size for server systems, and a higher to create the RAID volume and return to the Intel® Rapid Storage Technology menu. Chapter 4 ASUS WS C422 SAGE/10G 4-9
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    hard disk drives when you delete a RAID set. To delete a RAID set: 1. From the Intel® Virtual Raid on CPU menu, select the RAID volume you want to delete and press . RAID volume and return to the Intel® Virtual Raid on CPU menu, or select No to cancel. Chapter 4 4-10 Chapter 4: RAID Support
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    ® 10 OS: 1. Boot the computer using the Windows® 10 OS installation disc. Follow the screen instructions to start installing Windows® 10. 2. When prompted to choose a type of installation, click Custom: Install Windows only (advanced). 3. Click Load Driver. Chapter 4 ASUS WS C422 SAGE/10G 4-11
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    the system finishes loading the RAID driver, replace the motherboard Support DVD with the Windows Server installation disc. Select the drive to install Windows and click Next. 8. Setup then proceeds with the OS installation. Follow screen instructions to continue. Chapter 4 4-12 Chapter 4: RAID
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    Option ROM utility To enter the Intel® Rapid Storage Technology Option ROM BIOS setup screens shown in this section are for reference only and may not exactly match the items on your screen. The utility supports maximum four hard disk drives for RAID configuration. Chapter 4 ASUS WS C422 SAGE/10G
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    Disk Non-RAID Disk Non-RAID Disk Select 2 to 6 to use in creating the volume. [↑↓]-Prev/Next [SPACE]-SelectDisk [ENTER]-Done Chapter 4 4-14 Chapter 4: RAID Support
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    your selection. 6. Use the up/down arrow key to select the strip size for the RAID array (for RAID 0, 10 and 5 only), and then press . The available strip size values range from 4 KB to 128 KB. The main menu, or to go back to the CREATE VOLUME menu. Chapter 4 ASUS WS C422 SAGE/10G 4-15
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    to delete the RAID set and return to the utility main menu, or press to return to the DELETE VOLUME menu. Chapter 4 4-16 Chapter 4: RAID Support
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    the RAID driver from a USB flash drive, you have to use another computer to copy the RAID driver from the support DVD to the USB flash drive. To set up a Windows® UEFI operating system under RAID mode, ensure to load the UEFI driver for your optical drive. Chapter 4 ASUS WS C422 SAGE/10G 4-17
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    Chapter 4 4-18 Chapter 4: RAID Support
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    Support Multiple GPU Support 5.1 AMD CrossFireX™ technology The motherboard supports the drivers: 1. Close all current applications. 2. Go to Control Panel > Programs and Features. 3. Select your current graphics card driver/s. 4. Select Uninstall. 5. Turn off your computer. ASUS WS C422 SAGE/10G
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    the two graphics card into the PCIEX16 slots. If your motherboard has more than two PCIEX16 slots, refer to Chapter 1 in this user manual for the locations of the PCIEX16 slots recommended for multi-graphics ™ bridge is only required for selected graphics cards. 5-2 Chapter 5: Multiple GPU Support
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    three graphics card into the PCIEX16 slots. If your motherboard has more than three PCIEX16 slots, refer to Chapter 1 in this user manual for the locations of the PCIEX16 slots recommended for multi cards separately. 6. Connect a VGA or a DVI cable to the graphics card. ASUS WS C422 SAGE/10G 5-3
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    2. Insert the four graphics cards into the PCIEX16 slots. Refer to Chapter 1 in this user manual for the locations of the PCIEX16 slots recommended for multi-graphics card installation. 3. Ensure that the cards Connect a VGA or a DVI cable to the graphics card. 5-4 Chapter 5: Multiple GPU Support
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    graphics card package to install the device drivers. Ensure that your PCI Express graphics card driver supports the AMD CrossFireX™ technology. Download the latest driver from the AMD website at www.AMD. on the Windows® desktop and select AMD VISION Engine Control Center. ASUS WS C422 SAGE/10G 5-5
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    CrossFireX™. 2. Select Enable CrossFireX™. 3. Select a GPU combination from the drop-down list. 4. Click Apply to save and activate the GPU settings made. 5-6 Chapter 5: Multiple GPU Support
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    card into the PCIEX16 slots. If your motherboard has more than two PCIEX16 slots, refer to Chapter 1 in this user manual for the locations of the PCIEX16 slots recommended for multigraphics card installation. 3. Ensure that the cards are properly seated on the slots. ASUS WS C422 SAGE/10G 5-7
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    package to install the device drivers. To install three SLI-ready graphics cards: 1. Prepare three SLI-ready graphics cards. 2. Insert the three graphics cards into the PCIEX16 slots. If your motherboard has more than two PCIEX16 slots, refer to Chapter 1 in this user manual for locations of the
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    the four graphics cards into the PCIEX16 slots. If your motherboard has more than two PCIEX16 slots, refer to Chapter 1 in this user manual for the locations of the PCIEX16 slots recommended for multi-graphics a VGA or a DVI cable to the graphics card. 4-way SLI® bridge ASUS WS C422 SAGE/10G 5-9
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    card package to install the device drivers. Ensure that your PCI Express graphics card driver supports the NVIDIA® SLI® technology. Download the latest driver from the NVIDIA® website at www the NVIDIA® Control Panel item in step (A), select Screen Resolution. 5-10 Chapter 5: Multiple GPU Support
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    , Surround, PhysX. In the Quad-SLI enabled, click Maximize 3D Performance SLI to set the display for viewing SLI® rendered content. When done, click Apply. ASUS WS C422 SAGE/10G 5-11
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    Chapter 5 5-12 Chapter 5: Multiple GPU Support
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    Appendix WS C422 SAGE/10G block diagram (48-Lane) Appendix ASUS WS C422 SAGE/10G A-1
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    Appendix Q-Code table Code 00 02 03 04 06 10 11 - 14 15 - 18 19 - 1C 2B - 2F 30 31 32 - 36 started Unspecified memory initialization error Memory not installed Invalid CPU type or Speed CPU mismatch CPU self test failed or possible CPU cache error CPU micro-code is not found or micro-code update is
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    is started NVRAM initialization Installation of the PCH Runtime Services CPU DXE initialization is started PCI host bridge DXE codes Boot Device Selection (BDS) phase is started Driver connecting is started PCI Bus initialization is started PCI Bus the next page) ASUS WS C422 SAGE/10G A-3
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    D7 D8 D9 DA DB DC Description 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 USB hot plug PCI bus hot
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    including interference that may cause undesired operation. This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However Appendix ASUS WS C422 SAGE/10G A-5
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    Compliance Statement of Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED) This device complies with Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada licence exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2)
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    homogenous materials for cadmium, except for the exemptions listed in Schedule II of the Rule. Vietnam RoHS ASUS products sold in Vietnam, on or after September 23, 2011,meet the requirements of the Vietnam Circular 30/2011/TT-BCT. Turkey RoHS AEEE Yönetmeliğine Uygundur ASUS WS C422 SAGE/10G A-7
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    Recycling/Takeback Services ASUS recycling and takeback programs come from our commitment to packaging materials. Please go to http://csr.asus.com/english/Takeback.htm for detailed recycling information in different regions. DO NOT throw the motherboard in municipal waste. This product has been
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    şu adreste bulunabilir: www.asus.com/support Bosanski ASUSTeK Computer Inc. ovim izjavljuje da je ovaj uređaj usklađen sa bitnim zahtjevima i ostalim odgovarajućim odredbama vezanih direktiva. Cijeli tekst EU izjave o usklađenosti dostupan je na: www.asus.com/support ASUS WS C422 SAGE/10G A-9
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    Harkort Str. 21-23, 40880 Ratingen, Germany Fax +49-2102-959931 Web site https://www.asus.com/de/ Technical Support Telephone +49-2102-5789555 Support Fax +49-2102-959911 Online support https://www.asus.com/support/Product/ContactUs/ Services/questionform/?lang=de-de A-10 Appendix
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