Asus ESC1000 G2 Manuale Utente

WorkstationESC1000 G2User Guide

xDO NOT throw the motherboard in municipal waste. This product has been designed to enable proper reuse of parts and recycling. This symbol of the cro

4-18 Chapter 4: BIOS setupDRAM IOL (CHA D1 R1) [Auto]Conguration options: [Auto] [Advance 14 Clock] - [Advance 1 Clock] [Advance 12 Clock] [Advance 1

ASUS ESC1000 G2 4-19DRAM IOL (CHB D1 R0) [Auto]Conguration options: [Auto] [Advance 14 Clock] [Advance 13 Clock] [Advance 12 Clock] [Advance 11 Clock

4-20 Chapter 4: BIOS setupDRAM IOL (CHC D0 R1) [Auto]Conguration options: [Auto] [Advance 14 Clock] [Advance 13 Clock] [Advance 12 Clock] [Advance 11

ASUS ESC1000 G2 4-21DRAM IOL (CHD D0 R0) [Auto]Conguration options: [Auto] [Advance 14 Clock] [Advance 13 Clock] [Advance 12 Clock] [Advance 11 Clock

4-22 Chapter 4: BIOS setupDRAM IOL (CHD D1 R1) [Auto]Conguration options: [Auto] [Advance 14 Clock] [Advance 13 Clock] [Advance 12 Clock] [Advance 11

ASUS ESC1000 G2 4-23MainAi TweakerAdvanced Monitor Boot ToolExitVersion 2.10.1208. Copyright (C) 2011 American Megatrends, Inc.[X.M.P.] When

4-24 Chapter 4: BIOS setupCPU VCORE Boot Up Voltage [Auto]This adjusts the voltage for CPU at initial boot up. Set to higher values for better overclo

ASUS ESC1000 G2 4-25CPU Fixed Frequency [300]This item appears when you set the CPU Voltage Frequency item to [Manual].Use the <+> and <->

4-26 Chapter 4: BIOS setupDRAM-AB Power Phase control [Auto][Auto] Proceeds preset phase tuning prole.[Optimized] Allows you to set ASUS optimized

ASUS ESC1000 G2 4-274.4.3 CPU Performance SettingsThe items in this menu is setting for CPU Ratio/Features.CPU Ratio [Auto]This item allows user manu

xiConventionsTo make sure that you perform certain tasks properly, take note of the following symbols used throughout this manual.TypographyBold text

4-28 Chapter 4: BIOS setupTurbo Mode [Enabled]It automatically allows processors cores to run faster than the base operating frequency if it’s operati

ASUS ESC1000 G2 4-29Offset Mode Sign [+]This item appears only when you set the CPU VCORE Voltage item to [Offest Mode].[+] To offset the voltage by

4-30 Chapter 4: BIOS setupCPU PLL Voltage [Auto]Allows you to set the CPU and PCH PLL voltage. The values range from 1.80V to 2.10V with a 0.00625V in

ASUS ESC1000 G2 4-31DRAM CTRL REF Voltage on CHC [Auto]Allows you to set the DRAM CTRL REF Voltage on Channel C. The values range from 0.3950x to 0.63

4-32 Chapter 4: BIOS setupBe cautious when changing the settings of the Advanced menu items. Incorrect eld values can cause the system to malfunction

ASUS ESC1000 G2 4-334.5.1 CPUCongurationThe items in this menu show the CPU-related information that the BIOS automatically detects.The items shown

4-34 Chapter 4: BIOS setupActive Processor Cores [All]Allows you to choose the number of CPU cores to activate in each processor package. Conguration

ASUS ESC1000 G2 4-354.5.3 CPUPowerManagementCongurationCPU Power Management CongurationCPU Ratio AutoEnhanced Intel SpeedStep Technology Ena

4-36 Chapter 4: BIOS setupCPU C6 Report [Auto]Allows you to disable or enable the CPU C6 report to OS.CPU C7 Report [Auto]Allows you to disable or ena

ASUS ESC1000 G2 4-37SATA Mode [AHCI Mode]Allows you to set the SATA conguration.[Disabled] Disables the SATA function.[IDE Mode] Set to [IDE Mode]

xiiWheretondmoreinformationRefer to the following sources for additional information and for product and software updates.1. ASUS websitesThe AS

4-38 Chapter 4: BIOS setupMainAi TweakerAdvanced Monitor BootToolExit(1) IDE Mode. (2) AHCI Mode. (3) RAID Mode.Back Advanced\ SATA Conguration &

ASUS ESC1000 G2 4-394.5.6 USBCongurationThe items in this menu allow you to change the USB-related features.The USB Devices item shows the auto-det

4-40 Chapter 4: BIOS setup4.5.7 OnboardDevicesConguratonAzalia HD Audio [Enabled][Disabled] Disables the controller.[Enabled] Enables the High D

ASUS ESC1000 G2 4-41Intel LAN1 Controller [Enabled][Disabled] Disables the controller.[Enabled] Enables the Intel LAN controller.Intel LAN1 PXE OPRO

4-42 Chapter 4: BIOS setupSelect an optimal setting for Super IO device.Back Advanced\ Onboard Devices Conguration\ Serial Port Conguration >

ASUS ESC1000 G2 4-43Power On By Mouse [Disabled][Disabled] Disables the mouse device from generating a wake event.[Enabled] Enables the mouse devi

4-44 Chapter 4: BIOS setup4.6 Monitor menuThe Monitor menu displays the system temperature/power status, and allows you to change the fan settings.Sc

ASUS ESC1000 G2 4-45CPU Temperature / MB Temperature [xxxºC/xxxºF]The onboard hardware monitor automatically detects and displays the CPU and motherbo

4-46 Chapter 4: BIOS setupCPU Fan Min. Duty Cycle (%) [20]Use the <+> and <-> keys to adjust the minimum CPU fan duty cycle. The values ra

ASUS ESC1000 G2 4-47CPU Voltage, 3.3V Voltage, 5V Voltage, 12V VoltageThe onboard hardware monitor automatically detects the voltage output through th

ASUS ESC1000 G2This chapter describes the general features of the workstation, including sections on front panel and rear panel specications.Chapter

4-48 Chapter 4: BIOS setup4.7 Boot menuThe Boot menu items allow you to change the system boot options.Bootup NumLock State [On][On] Sets the power-

ASUS ESC1000 G2 4-49Option ROM Messages [Force BIOS][Force BIOS] The third-party ROM messages will be forced to display during the boot sequence.[Kee

4-50 Chapter 4: BIOS setup4.8 Tools menuThe Tools menu items allow you to congure options for special functions. Select an item then press <Enter

ASUS ESC1000 G2 4-514.8.2 ASUS DRAM SPD InformationThis menu shows information on the DIMM slots.OK: DRAM is working ne.N/A: DRAM is not installed

4-52 Chapter 4: BIOS setup4.8.3 ASUSO.C.ProleThis item allows you to store or load multiple BIOS settings. The SetupProleStatusitems will show

ASUS ESC1000 G2 4-534.8.4 ASUS Drive XpertThis item allows you to congure RAID setup through SATA ports. MainAi TweakerAdvanced Monitor Boot ToolEx

4-54 Chapter 4: BIOS setup4.9 Exit menuThe Exit menu items allow you to load the optimal default values for the BIOS items, and save or discard your

ASUS ESC1000 G2 4-554.10 Updating BIOSThe ASUS website publishes the latest BIOS versions to provide enhancements on system stability, compatibility,

4-56 Chapter 4: BIOS setupUpdating the BIOS through the InternetTo update the BIOS through the Internet:1. From the ASUS Update screen, select Update

ASUS ESC1000 G2 4-57• The screenshots in this section are for reference only. The actual BIOS information vary by models.• Refer to the software man

Chapter 1: Product introduction1-2If any of the above items is damaged or missing, contact your retailer.1.1 System package contentsCheck your syste

4-58 Chapter 4: BIOS setup4.10.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 utilityThe ASUS EZ Flash 2 feature allows you to update the BIOS without having to use a bootable o

ASUS ESC1000 G2 4-594.10.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utilityThe ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility is an auto recovery tool that allows you to restore the BIO

4-60 Chapter 4: BIOS setupBooting the system in DOS environment1. Insert the USB ash drive with the latest BIOS le and BIOS Updater to the USB port

ASUS ESC1000 G2 4-612. The BIOS Updater backup screen appears indicating the BIOS backup process. When BIOS backup is done, press any key to return t

4-62 Chapter 4: BIOS setup4. Select Yes and press <Enter>. When BIOS update is done, press <ESC> to exit BIOS Updater. Restart your compu

ASUS ESC1000 G2This chapter provides instructions for setting up, creating and conguring RAID sets using the available utilities.Chapter 5RAIDcongu

5-2 Chapter 5: RAID conguration5.1 RAIDcongurationsThe motherboard supports the following SATA RAID solutions:• Intel® Rapid Storage Technology wi

ASUS ESC1000 G2 5-35.1.2 Installing Serial ATA hard disksThe motherboard supports Serial ATA hard disk drives. For optimal performance, install ident

5-4 Chapter 5: RAID congurationCreating a RAID setTo create a RAID set:1. From the utility main menu, select 1. Create RAID Volume and press <Ent

ASUS ESC1000 G2 5-55. Use the up/down arrow key to select a drive, and then press <Space> to select. A small triangle marks the selected drive.

ASUS ESC1000 G2 1-31.3 SystemspecicationsASUS ESC1000 G2 is a workstation that features the ASUS P9X79 WS motherboard, supports Intel® LGA2011 Xeon

5-6 Chapter 5: RAID congurationDeleting a RAID setTake caution when deleting a RAID set. You will lose all data on the hard disk drives when you dele

ASUS ESC1000 G2 5-75.1.5 Marvell RAID utilityThe onboard Marvell SATA 6.0 Gb/s controller allows you to create a RAID 0 or RAID 1 array using two SAT

5-8 Chapter 5: RAID conguration4. Use the up or down arrow key to move the selection bar and press <Enter> to congure further RAID settings.

ASUS ESC1000 G2 5-96. Press <F10>. The following warning message appears: Press <Y> to save the RAID setting and exit the Marvell RAID

5-10 Chapter 5: RAID congurationDo you want to delete this virtual disk ? Yes NoDelete Virtual Disk2. The following warning m

ASUS ESC1000 G2This chapter provides information on how to install the drivers for system components. This chapter also describes the software applica

6-2 Chapter 6: Driver installation6.1 Creating a RAID driver diskA oppy disk with the RAID driver is required when installing a Windows® operating s

ASUS ESC1000 G2 6-3or6.1.3 Installing the RAID driver during Windows® OS installationTo install the RAID driver in Windows® XP:1. During the OS ins

6-4 Chapter 6: Driver installation4. Click Details tab. The Vendor ID (VID) and Product ID (PID) are displayed.5. Browse the contents of the RAID dr

ASUS ESC1000 G2 6-58. Find the [HardwareIds.scsi.iaAHCI_ICH10R] and [HardwareIds.scsi.iastor_ICH8RICH9RICH10RDO] sections in the txtsetup.oem le.9.

Chapter 1: Product introduction1-4*Specicationsaresubjecttochangewithoutnotice.Rear Panel I/O1 x PS/2 Keyboard port 1 x PS/2 Mouse port 1 x S/

6-6 Chapter 6: Driver installation6.2 Support DVD informationThe support DVD that came with the motherboard package contains the drivers, software ap

ASUS ESC1000 G2 6-76.2.2 Obtaining the software manualsThe software manuals are included in the support DVD. Follow the instructions below to get the

6-8 Chapter 6: Driver installation6.3 Software informationMost of the applications in the support DVD have wizards that will conveniently guide you t

ASUS ESC1000 G2 6-9TurboVTurboV allows you to overclock the BCLK frequency, CPU voltage, IMC voltage, and DRAM Bus voltage in Windows® environment and

6-10 Chapter 6: Driver installationUsing Advanced ModeClick on the Advanced Mode tab to adjust the advanced voltage settings.Advanced modeCurrent valu

ASUS ESC1000 G2 6-11CPU StrapAllows you to manually adjust CPU Strap.1. Click CPU Strap tab.2. Click and drag the adjustment bar to the desired valu

6-12 Chapter 6: Driver installation3. After the system restarts, a message appears indicating that auto-tuning is successful. Click OK to exit.Using

ASUS ESC1000 G2 6-135. After the system has restarted, a message appears indicating that the auto-tuning process is successful. Click OK to exit.6.3.

6-14 Chapter 6: Driver installationFunction no. Function description5VCCSA Current Capability A higher value brings wider total DRAM Controller power

ASUS ESC1000 G2 6-156.3.4 EPUEPU is an energy-processing utility that provides several power-saving modes. When set to the Auto Mode, the system auto

ASUS ESC1000 G2 1-51.4 Front panel featuresRefer to section 1.7.1 Front panel LEDs for the LED descriptions.Optical driveEmpty 5.25-inch baysPower bu

6-16 Chapter 6: Driver installationRefer to the software manual in the support DVD or visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for detailed software co

ASUS ESC1000 G2 6-176.3.6 Sensor RecorderSensor Recorder monitors the changes in the system voltage, temperature, and fan speed on a timeline. The Hi

6-18 Chapter 6: Driver installation6.3.7 Probe IIProbe II is a utility that monitors the computer’s vital components, and detects and alerts you of a

ASUS ESC1000 G2 6-196.3.8 USB 3.0 BoostASUS USB 3.0 Boost technology supports UASP (USB Attached SCSI Protocol) and automatically increases a USB 3.0

6-20 Chapter 6: Driver installation6.3.9 ASUS SSD CachingThis feature boosts system performance by using an installed SSD with no capacity limitation

ASUS ESC1000 G2 6-216.3.10 ASUS UpdateASUS Update is a utility that allows you to manage, save, and update the motherboard BIOS in Windows® environme

6-22 Chapter 6: Driver installation6.3.11 MyLogo2MyLogo2 allows you to customize the boot logo, which is the image that appears on the screen during

ASUS ESC1000 G2 6-232. Do any of the following: • Click Auto Tune to adjust the image size or the image resolution. • Click Booting Preview to pr

6-24 Chapter 6: Driver installationChangethebootlogoofadownloadedBIOSleandupdate(ordonotupdate)thisBIOS to the motherboard1. From th

ASUS ESC1000 G2 6-256.3.12 AudiocongurationsThe Realtek® audio CODEC provides 8-channel audio capability to deliver the ultimate audio experience o

Chapter 1: Product introduction1-61.5 Rear panel features1350W 80+Single power supplyPower connectorExpansion slotsChassis intrusion switchChassis l

6-26 Chapter 6: Driver installation6.4 System RecoveryThe system Recovery Partition (F9) snd the Recovery DVD assist you in reinstalling the OS and r

ASUS ESC1000 G2 6-276. Insert the Support DVD into the optical drive when prompted. Click OK and the system reboots.7. After the system reboots, Wi

6-28 Chapter 6: Driver installation

ASUS ESC1000 G2This chapter describes how to install and congure multiple AMD® CrossFireX™/ NVIDIA® SLI™ graphics cards and NVIDIA® CUDA technology.C

7-2 Chapter 7: Multiple GPU technology support7.1 AMD® CrossFireX™ technologyThe motherboard supports the AMD® CrossFireX™ technology that allows you

ASUS ESC1000 G2 7-35. Connect two independent auxiliary power sources from the power supply to the two graphics cards separately.6. Connect a VGA o

7-4 Chapter 7: Multiple GPU technology support2. The VISION Engine Control Center Setup Assistant appears when the system detects the existance of mu

ASUS ESC1000 G2 7-57.2 NVIDIA® SLI™ technologyThe motherboard supports the NVIDIA® SLI™ (Scalable Link Interface) technology that allows you to insta

7-6 Chapter 7: Multiple GPU technology support4. Align and rmly insert the SLI bridge connector to the goldngers on each graphics card. Ensure that

ASUS ESC1000 G2 7-77.2.4 Installing four SLI-ready graphics cards1. Prepare four SLI-ready graphics cards.2. Insert the four graphics card into th

ASUS ESC1000 G2 1-71.6 Internal featuresConnect a USB oppy disk drive or a USB ODD to any of the USB ports on the front or rear panel if you need to

7-8 Chapter 7: Multiple GPU technology support7.2.5 Installing the device driversRefer to the documentation that came with your graphics card package

ASUS ESC1000 G2 7-9B1. If you cannot see the NVIDIA Control Panel item in step (A), select Personalize.B2. From the Personalization window, select D

7-10 Chapter 7: Multiple GPU technology supportB4. Select the NVIDIA GeForce tab, and then click Start the NVIDIA Control Panel.B5. The NVIDIA Contr

ASUS ESC1000 G2 7-117.3 NVIDIA® CUDA™ technologyThe motherboard supports the NVIDIA® CUDA™ technology and up to 4 NVIDIA® Telsa™ computing processor

7-12 Chapter 7: Multiple GPU technology support4. Refer to the documentation that came with your graphics card package to install the device drivers.

iiCopyright © 2012 ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. All Rights Reserved.No part of this manual, including the products and software described in it, may be repro

Chapter 1: Product introduction1-81.7 LED information1.7.1 Front panel LEDsThe Power and HDD Access LEDs are visible even if the system front bezel

ASUS ESC1000 G2This chapter lists the hardware setup procedures that you have to perform when installing or removing system components.Chapter 2Hardwa

Chapter 2: Hardware setup2-22.1 Chassis cover2.1.1 Removing the side cover• Ensure that you unplug the power cord before removing the side cover.•

2-3ASUS ESC1000 G22.1.2 Reinstalling the side coverTo reinstall the side cover:1. Match and insert the lower sliding edge of the side cover to the c

Chapter 2: Hardware setup2-42.2 Motherboard overviewThe barebone server is installed with the Z9PE-D8 WS motherboard, which is secured to the chassi

2-5ASUS ESC1000 G22.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU)The motherboard comes with a surface mount LGA2011 socket designed for the Intel® Xeon® E5-1600/Co

Chapter 2: Hardware setup2-6BA2.3.1 CPU installationPlease note the order in opening/ closing the double latch. Follow the instructions printed on t

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Chapter 2: Hardware setup2-82.3.2 CPU heatsink and fan assembly installationApply the Thermal Interface Material to the CPU heatsink and CPU before

2-9ASUS ESC1000 G22DO NOT forget to connect the CPU_FAN connector! Hardware monitoring errors can occur if you fail to plug this connector.®

iiiContentsNotices ... viiiSafety information ...

Chapter 2: Hardware setup2-102.4 System memory2.4.1 OverviewThe motherboard comes with eight Double Data Rate 3 (DDR3) Dual Inline Memory Modules (

2-11ASUS ESC1000 G22.4.2 MemorycongurationsYou may install 1GB, G2B, 4GB, 8GB unbuffered ECC or non-ECC DDR3 DIMMs into the DIMM sockets depending

Chapter 2: Hardware setup2-122.4.4 Removing a DIMM1. Press the retaining clip outward to unlock the DIMM.2. Remove the DIMM from the socket.2.4.3

2-13ASUS ESC1000 G22.5 Front panel assemblyBefore you can install a 5.25-inch drive, you should rst remove the front panel assembly (front bezel and

Chapter 2: Hardware setup2-142.6 5.25-inch drivesInstalling a 5.25-inch drive1. Unscrew and remove the metal cover of the bay where you want to ins

2-15ASUS ESC1000 G22.7 SATA hard disk drivesThe hard disk drive module cage on the front panel, including externally removable trays for mounting SAT

Chapter 2: Hardware setup2-162.7.3 Installing a hot-swap SATA hard disk drive1. Release a drive tray by pushing the spring lock to the right, and t

2-17ASUS ESC1000 G22. Firmly hold the tray lever and pull the drive tray out of the bay.3. Take note of the drive tray holes. Each side has three ho

Chapter 2: Hardware setup2-182.7.4 Removing and reinstalling the backplaneDO NOT remove the backplane unless necessary!1. Remove all hot-swap HDD t

2-19ASUS ESC1000 G22.8 Expansion cardsThe system is designed with an expansion card lock on the rear panel for you to install or remove an expansion

ivContents2.7 SATA hard disk drives ... 2-152.7.1 Installing the HDD module cage ...

Chapter 2: Hardware setup2-204. Remove the metal slot cover opposite the slot where you wish to install an expansion card.abExpansion card lock latc

2-21ASUS ESC1000 G26. Restore the expansion card lock to its original position. A light click indicates that the card is locked in place.2.8.2 Cong

Chapter 2: Hardware setup2-22IRQ assignments for this motherboardA B C D E F G HPCIEx16_1 shared – – – – – – –PCIEx16_2 shared – – – – – – –PCIEx16_3

2-23ASUS ESC1000 G22.9 Cable connections2.9.1 Motherboard connections• The bundled system cables are pre-connected before shipment. You do not need

Chapter 2: Hardware setup2-242.9.2 SATA backplane connections An SATA backplane comes pre-installed in the ESC1000 G2. The SATA backplane has four 2

2-25ASUS ESC1000 G2Back sideThe back side of the SATA backplane faces the rear panel when installed. This side includes the power connectors and SATA

Chapter 2: Hardware setup2-262.10 Removable componentsYou may need to remove previously installed system components when installing or removing syst

2-27ASUS ESC1000 G23. Carefully take off the system fan.4. Follow the previous instructions in reverse to reinstall the rear system fan.2.10.2 Remo

Chapter 2: Hardware setup2-28

ASUS ESC1000 G2This chapter gives information about the motherboard that comes with the workstation. This chapter includes the motherboard layout, jum

vContents4.4 Ai Tweaker menu ... 4-84.4.1 DRAM Timing Control ...

Chapter 3: Motherboard information3-23.1 Motherboard layoutRefer to 3.5 Connectors for more information about rear panel connectors and internal conn

ASUS ESC1000 G2 3-3Layout contentsConnectors/Jumpers/Buttons and switches/Slots Page1. ATX Power connectors (8-pin EATX12V, 24-pin EATXPWR) 3-302. D

Chapter 3: Motherboard information3-43.2 Jumpers1. Clear RTC RAM (CLRTC1)This jumper allows you to clear the Real Time Clock (RTC) RAM in CMOS. You

ASUS ESC1000 G2 3-52. Chassis Fan control setting (3-pin CHAFAN_SEL)These jumpers allow you to switch for fan pin selection. The CHAFAN_SEL jumper is

Chapter 3: Motherboard information3-63.3 Onboard buttons and switchesOnboard switches abd buttons allow you to ne-tune performance when working on a

ASUS ESC1000 G2 3-73. EPU switchTurning this switch to Enable will automatically detect the current PC loadings and intelligently moderate

Chapter 3: Motherboard information3-85. MemOK! buttonInstalling DIMMs that are incompatible with the motherboard may cause system boot failure, and t

ASUS ESC1000 G2 3-93.4 Onboard LEDs1. Standby Power LEDsThe motherboard comes with a standby power LED that lights up to indicate that the system is

Chapter 3: Motherboard information3-104. TPU LEDThe TPU LED lights when the TPU switch is turned to Enable.®3. EPU LEDThe EPU LED lights when the EP

ASUS ESC1000 G2 3-115. Instant O.C. status checking LEDThe lighting color of the ASUS logo on the LED signies Ai Tweaker settings.P9X79 WS®P9X79 WS

viContents5.1.5 Marvell RAID utility ... 5-7Chapter 6: Driver installation6.1 Creating a RAI

Chapter 3: Motherboard information3-126. Q-Code LEDsThe Q-Code LED design provides you the 2-digit display, allowing you to know the sys

ASUS ESC1000 G2 3-13Code Description31Memory Installed32 – 36CPU post-memory initialization37 – 3APost-Memory System Agent initialization is started 3

Chapter 3: Motherboard information3-14Q-Code table (continued)Code Description61NVRAM initialization62Installation of the PCH Runtime Services63 – 67C

ASUS ESC1000 G2 3-15Code DescriptionACReserved for ASL (see ASL Status Codes section below)ADReady To Boot eventAELegacy Boot eventAFExit Boot Servic

Chapter 3: Motherboard information3-163.5 Connectors3.5.1 Rear panel connectorsRear panel connectors1. PS/2 mouse port 7. USB BIOS Flashback butto

ASUS ESC1000 G2 3-17**Audio2,4,6,or8-channelcongurationPort Headset 2-channel4-channel 6-channel 8-channelLight Blue Line In Line In Line In Li

Chapter 3: Motherboard information3-18Connect to Stereo SpeakersConnect to 2.1 channel SpeakersConnect to 4.1 channel Speakers

ASUS ESC1000 G2 3-19Connect to 5.1 channel SpeakersConnect to 7.1 channel Speakers

Chapter 3: Motherboard information3-201. Download the BIOS Flashback program le from the ASUS service website (www.asus.com). Save the program le t

ASUS ESC1000 G2 3-213.5.4 Internal connectors1. Intel® X79 Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s connectors (7-pin SATA6G_1/2 [gray])These connectors connect to Seria

vii5.1.4 Installing the device drivers ... 7-45.1.5 Enabling the AMD® CrossFireX™ technology ...

Chapter 3: Motherboard information3-222. Intel® X79 Serial ATA 3.0 Gb/s connectors (7-pin SATA3G_3–6 [blue])These connectors connect to Serial ATA 3.

ASUS ESC1000 G2 3-233. Marvell® Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s connectors (7-pin SATA6G_E1/E2 [navy blue])These connectors connect to Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s h

Chapter 3: Motherboard information3-244. USB 3.0 connector (20-1 pin USB3_34)This connector is for the additional USB 3.0 ports, and compli

ASUS ESC1000 G2 3-25You can connect the front panel USB cable to the ASUS Q-Connector (USB, blue) rst, and then install the Q-Connector (USB) to the

Chapter 3: Motherboard information3-266. IEEE 1394a port connector (10-1 pin IE1394_2)This connector is for an IEEE 1394a port. Connect the IEEE 1394

ASUS ESC1000 G2 3-278. CPU, CPU OPT, Chassis fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN; 4-pin CPU_OPT; 4-pin CHA_FAN1/2/3/4)Connect the fan cables to the fan co

Chapter 3: Motherboard information3-289. Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP)This connector is for a chassis-mounted front panel audio I/O mod

ASUS ESC1000 G2 3-2911. TPM connector (20-1 pin TPM) This connector supports a Trusted Platform Module (TPM) system, which can securely store keys,

Chapter 3: Motherboard information3-3012. ATX power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR; 8-pin EATX12V)These connectors are for ATX power supply plugs. The po

ASUS ESC1000 G2 3-3113. EZ Plug HDD connector (4-pin EZ_PLUG)This 4-pin connector is for power supply plug. When using three or more graphic cards, m

viiiNoticesFederal Communications Commission StatementThis device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two co

Chapter 3: Motherboard information3-32• System power LED (2-pin PLED)This 2-pin connector is for the system power LED. Connect the chassis power LED

ASUS ESC1000 G2 3-333.5.5 ASUS Q-Connector (system panel)Use the ASUS Q-Connector to connect/disconnect the chassis front panel cables.1. Connect th

Chapter 3: Motherboard information3-34

ASUS ESC1000 G2This chapter tells how to change the system settings through the BIOS Setup menus. Detailed descriptions of the BIOS parameters are als

4-2 Chapter 4: BIOS setup4.1 Knowing BIOSThe new ASUS UEFI BIOS is an Extensible Firmware Interface that complies with UEFI architecture, offering a

ASUS ESC1000 G2 4-34.2.1 EZ ModeBy default, the EZ Mode screen appears when you enter the BIOS setup program. The EZ Mode provides you an overview of

4-4 Chapter 4: BIOS setup4.2.2 Advanced ModeThe Advanced Mode provides advanced options for experienced end-users to congure the BIOS settings. The

ASUS ESC1000 G2 4-5Menu itemsThe highlighted item on the menu bar displays the specic items for that menu. For example, selecting Main shows the Main

4-6 Chapter 4: BIOS setup4.3 Main menuThe Main menu screen appears when you enter the Advanced Mode of the BIOS Setup program. The Main menu provides

ASUS ESC1000 G2 4-7Administrator PasswordIf you have set an administrator password, we recommend that you enter the administrator password for accessi

ixSafety informationElectrical Safety• Before installing or removing signal cables, ensure that the power cables for the system unit and all attached

4-8 Chapter 4: BIOS setup4.4 Ai Tweaker menuThe Ai Tweaker menu items allow you to congure overclocking-related items.Be cautious when changing the

ASUS ESC1000 G2 4-9Scroll down to display the following items:Version 2.10.1208. Copyright (C) 2012 American Megatrends, Inc.→←: Select Scree

4-10 Chapter 4: BIOS setupAi Overclock Tuner [Auto]Allows you to select the CPU overclocking options to achieve the desired CPU internal frequency. Se

ASUS ESC1000 G2 4-11CPU CLOCKGEN FILTER [Auto]May help maximize CPU Overclocking when Enabled.Conguration options: [Auto] [Enabled] [Disabled] [10UF]

4-12 Chapter 4: BIOS setup4.4.1 DRAM Timing ControlThe sub-items in this menu allow you to set the DRAM timing control features. Use the <+> an

ASUS ESC1000 G2 4-13Scroll down to display the following items:Version 2.00.1208. Copyright (C) 2012 American Megatrends, Inc.→←: Select Scre

4-14 Chapter 4: BIOS setupScroll down to display the following items:Version 2.00.1208. Copyright (C) 2012 American Megatrends, Inc.→←: Selec

ASUS ESC1000 G2 4-15Primary TimingsDRAM CAS# Latency [Auto]Use the <+> and <-> keys to adjust the value. The values range from 3 to 15 wit

4-16 Chapter 4: BIOS setupThird TimingstRRDR [Auto]Use the <+> and <-> keys to adjust the value. The values range from 0 to 7 with 1 inter

ASUS ESC1000 G2 4-17DRAM IOL (CHA D0 R0) [Auto]Conguration options: [Auto] [Advance 14 Clock] [Advance 13 Clock] [Advance 12 Clock] [Advance 11 Clock