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  • Page 1 ESC500 G4 Workstation User Guide...
  • Page 2 ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. (“ASUS”). ASUS provides this manual “as is” without warranty of any kind, either express or implied, including but not limited to the implied warranties or conditions of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose. In no...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    About this guide ......................ix Chapter 1: Product Introduction System package contents ................. 1-2 Serial number label ..................1-2 ESC500 G4 specifications summary ............1-3 Front panel features ................... 1-5 Rear panel features ..................1-6 Internal features ..................1-7 LED information ..................1-8 1.7.1...
  • Page 4 4.6.11 HDD/SSD SMART Information ..........4-38 Monitor menu ................... 4-39 Boot menu ....................4-43 Tool menu ....................4-48 4.9.1 ASUS EZ Flash 3 Utility ............4-48 4.9.2 ASUS Overclocking Profile ............4-49 4.9.3 ASUS SPD Information ............. 4-50 4.10 Exit menu ....................4-51 4.11...
  • Page 5 EZ Update ................. 6-16 6.4.4 System Information ..............6-18 6.4.5 Mobo Connect ................6-20 6.4.6 USB BIOS Flashback ..............6-21 6.4.7 Push Notice ................6-23 Audio configurations ................6-26 Appendix P10S WS block diagram ..................A-2 ASUS contact information ..................A-3...

  • Page 6: Notices

    Notices Federal Communications Commission Statement This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: • This device may not cause harmful interference, and • This device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation.

  • Page 7: Reach

    If you require assistance please call ASUS Customer Service 1300 2787 88 or visit us at http://support.asus.com...

  • Page 8: Safety Information

    Safety information Electrical Safety • Before installing or removing signal cables, ensure that the power cables for the system unit and all attached devices are unplugged. • To prevent electrical shock hazard, disconnect the power cable from the electrical outlet before relocating the system.

  • Page 9: About This Guide

    About this guide Audience This user guide is intended for system integrators, and experienced users with at least basic knowledge of configuring a server. Contents This guide contains the following parts: Chapter 1: Product Introduction This chapter describes the general features of the server, including sections on front panel and rear panel specifications.

  • Page 10: Conventions Used In This Guide

    Refer to the following sources for additional information, and for product and software updates. ASUS Server Web-based Management (ASWM) user guide This manual tells how to set up and use the proprietary ASUS server management utility. ASUS websites The ASUS websites worldwide provide updated information for all ASUS hardware and...

  • Page 11: Chapter 1: Product Introduction

    Chapter 1: Product Introduction Product Introduction This chapter describes the general features of the server, including sections on front panel and rear panel specifications.

  • Page 12: System Package Contents

    If any of the above items is damaged or missing, contact your retailer. Serial number label Before requesting support from the ASUS Technical Support team, you must take note of the product’s serial number containing 12 characters such as xxS0xxxxxxxx shown as the figure below.
  • Page 13 ESC500 G4 specifications summary The ASUS ESC500 G4 is a workstation featuring the ASUS P10S WS server board. 1 x Socket LGA1151 ® ® Intel Xeon E3-1200 v5 Processor Family ® Processor / System Bus Intel Core™ i7/i5/i3 processors ®...

  • Page 14: Esc500 G4 Specifications Summary

    SUSE Linux Enterprise Server CentOS Scientific Linux Ubuntu 14 Fedora * Refer to http://www.asus.com/ for the latest OS support. Dimension (HH x WW x DD) 423 mm x 190 mm x 435 mm Net Weight Kg (CPU, DRAM & 12.65 Kg...

  • Page 15: Front Panel Features

    Front panel features The ESC500 G4 workstation features a simple yet stylish front panel design. The power and reset buttons, LED indicators, optical drive, and USB ports are all conveniently located at the front panel for easy access. Optical Drive (Optional) Empty 5.25-inch bay...

  • Page 16: Rear Panel Features

    Rear panel features The rear panel includes a slot for the motherboard rear I/O ports, expansion slots, a vent for the system fan, and the power supply module. Single power supply Power connector Optical S/PDIF Out port HDMI 1.4b port Display/Port SPDIF OUT HDMI...

  • Page 17: Internal Features

    Internal features The ASUS ESC500 G4 Pedestal server system includes the basic components as shown: Power supply unit 120 mm x 120 mm system fan ASUS P10S WS Server Board Expansion card locks Optical drive (Optional) 1 x 5.25-inch drive bay Front I/O board (hidden) 3 x 3.5-inch Internal HDD bays...

  • Page 18: Led Information

    LED information 1.7.1 Front panel LEDs SD/MMC/MS Smart Card HDD Access LED Power LED CF / MD SD/MMC/MS Smart Card CF / MD Icon Display status Description Display/Port HDMI SPDIF OUT Power LED System power ON No activity HDD Access LED Read/write data into the HDD Blinking USB 3.1...

  • Page 19: Chapter 2: Hardware Setup

    Chapter 2: Hardware Setup Hardware Setup This chapter lists the hardware setup procedures that you have to perform when installing system components. It includes description of the jumpers and connectors on the motherboard.

  • Page 20: Chassis Cover

    Chassis cover 2.1.1 Removing the side cover • Ensure that you unplug the power cord before removing the side cover. • Take extra care when removing the side cover. Keep your fingers from components inside the chassis that can cause injury, such as the CPU fan, rear fan, and other sharp-edged parts. • The images of the barebone server shown in this section are for reference purposes only and may not exactly match the model you purchase. To remove the side cover: Remove the two screws that secure the side cover.
  • Page 21 Slightly pull the side cover toward the rear just enough to detach it from the chassis. Remove the cover and set it aside. ASUS ESC500 G4...

  • Page 22: Cpu Installation

    ® Ensure that you install the correct CPU designed for LGA1151 socket only. DO NOT install a CPU designed for other sockets on the LGA1151 socket. • Ensure that all power cables are unplugged before installing the CPU. • Upon purchase of the motherboard, ensure that the PnP cap is on the socket and the socket contacts are not bent. Contact your retailer immediately if the PnP cap is missing, or if 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/ transit-related. • Keep the cap after installing the motherboard. ASUS will process Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) requests only if the motherboard comes with the cap on the LGA1151 socket. • The product warranty does not cover damage to the socket contacts resulting from incorrect CPU installation/removal, or misplacement/loss/incorrect removal of the PnP cap.
  • Page 23 Load lever Retention tab CPU notches Gold triangle Alignment mark Alignment Load plate Load lever Load lever Retention tab Retention lock ASUS ESC500 G4...

  • Page 24: Cpu Heatsink And Fan Assembly Installation

    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: Hardware Setup...

  • Page 25: System Memory

    System memory The motherboard comes with four DDR 4 (Double Data 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 ASUS ESC500 G4...

  • Page 26: Memory Configurations

    ® motherboard. c) For more details, refer to the Microsoft support site at http://support.microsoft. ® com/kb/929605/en-us. • This motherboard does not support DIMMs made up of 512 Mb (64 MB) chips or less (Memory chip capacity counts in Megabit, 8 Megabit/Mb = 1 Megabyte/MB). • For system stability, use a more efficient memory cooling system to support a full memory load (4 DIMMs). • Always install the DIMMS with the same CAS Latency. For an optimum compatibility, we recommend that you install memory modules of the same version or data code (D/C) from the same vendor. Check with the vendor to get the correct memory modules. • Visit the ASUS website for the latest QVL. Chapter 2: Hardware Setup...

  • Page 27: Installing A Dimm On A Single Clip Dimm Socket

    A DIMM is keyed with a notch so that it fits in only one direction. DO NOT force a DIMM into a socket in the wrong direction to avoid damaging the DIMM. Hold the DIMM by both of its ends then insert the DIMM vertically into the socket. Apply force to both ends of the DIMM simultaneously until the retaining clip snaps back into place and the DIMM cannot be pushed in any further to ensure proper sitting of the DIMM. Locked Retaining Clip Always insert the DIMM into the socket vertically to prevent DIMM notch damage. • To install two or more DIMMs, refer to the user guide bundled in the motherboard package. • Refer to the user guide for qualified vendor lists of the memory modules. Removing a DIMM from a single clip DIMM socket Press the retaining clip outward to unlock the DIMM. 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. ASUS ESC500 G4...

  • Page 28: Front Panel Cover

    Front panel cover Before you can install a 5.25-inch drive, you should first remove the front panel cover. Ensure to unplug the power cable before installing or removing any system components. Failure to do so may cause damage to the motherboard and other system components! 2.5.1 Removing the front panel cover To remove the front panel cover: 1. Locate the front panel assembly lock then slide it outward to unlock the latches that secures the front panel cover to the chassis. Assembly lock Remove the front panel assembly from the chassis and set it aside. Front panel assembly 2-10 Chapter 2: Hardware Setup...

  • Page 29: Inch Drives

    Screw driver Remove the metal cover of the bay Metal cover you intend to use. Take extra care when removing the metal cover. Use tools such as a screw driver to bend and remove the metal cover to avoid physical injury. ASUS ESC500 G4 2-11...
  • Page 30 Prepare the 5.25-inch drive. Insert and carefully push the drive into the bay until its screw holes align with the holes on the bay. Push the bay locks to secure the drive in place. Bay locks Connect the SATA cable to the SATA connector of the drive. Connect a SATA power cable from the power supply to the power connector of the drive.

  • Page 31: Hard Disk Drives (Hdd)

    Remove the side cover of the chassis. Refer to the Removing the side cover section for more information. Prepare the 3.5-inch HDD and the bundled set of screws. Locate the HDD cage lock, press the it up (A), then swing the HDD cage outwards (B) until it clicks in place. HDD cage lock HDD cage Align and insert the 3.5-inch HDD into the drive bay ensuring that the screw holes on the HDD matches the screw holes on the HDD cage. Screw hole (HDD cage) Screw holes (HDD) ASUS ESC500 G4 2-13...
  • Page 32 5. Secure the 3.5-inch HDD to the HDD cage using the bundled set of screws. 6. Swing the HDD cage inwards until it clicks back into place. Connect the SATA cable and SATA power cable to the 3.5-inch HDD. 2-14 Chapter 2: Hardware Setup...
  • Page 33 Remove the side cover of the chassis. Refer to the Removing the side cover section for more information. Prepare the 2.5-inch HDD/SDD and the bundled set of screws. Lay the system on its side on a flat and stable surface. Locate the HDD cage lock, press it up (A), then swing the HDD cage outwards (B). Align and insert the 2.5-inch HDD/SSD into the drive bay as shown. Push it all the way until its screw holes align with the holes on the drive bay. HDD cage lock 2.5-inch HDD/SSD HDD cage Matching screw holes ASUS ESC500 G4 2-15...
  • Page 34 Secure the 2.5-inch HDD/SSD to the HDD cage using the bundled set of screws. Swing the HDD cage inwards until it clicks back into place. Connect a SATA cable and a SATA power cable to the 2.5-inch HDD/SSD. 2-16 Chapter 2: Hardware Setup...

  • Page 35: Expansion Slots

    Expansion slots Unplug the power cord before adding or removing expansion cards. Failure to do so may cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components. Slot No. Slot Description PCIe 3.0/2.0 x16_1 slot PCIe 3.0/2.0 x16_2 slot PCIe 3.0/2.0 x16_3 slot PCIe 3.0/2.0 x16_4 slot ASUS ESC500 G4 2-17...

  • Page 36: Installing An Expansion Card

    2.8.1 Installing an expansion card To install an expansion card: Lay the system on its side on a flat, stable surface. Press the PCI-E latch (A), hold it by its edge then lift it towards the rear (B). Edge of the PCI-E latch PCI-E latch Remove the screw (A) that secures the metal bracket to the chassis then remove the metal bracket (B). Screw Metal bracket 2-18 Chapter 2: Hardware Setup...
  • Page 37 Align and insert the expansion card into Expansion card the PCI-E slot. PCI-E slot Lift the PCI-E latch inwards until it clicks into place securing the expansion card to the chassis. PCI-E latch (Optional) Replace the screw of the metal bracket. ASUS ESC500 G4 2-19...

  • Page 38: Configuring An Expansion Card

    2.8.2 Configuring an expansion card PCI Express 3.0 operating mode Slot Single VGA CrossFireX x16 (single VGA recommended) • We recommend that you provide sufficient power when running CrossFireX™ mode. • Connect a chassis fan to the motherboard connector labeled CHA_FAN1-4 when using multiple graphics cards for better thermal environment. • We recommend you connect an EATX12V cable when running CrossFireX™. IRQ assignments for this motherboard PCIe x16_1 shared PCIe x16_2 shared PCIe x16_3 shared PCIe x16_4...

  • Page 39: Installing M.2 (Ngff) Cards

    2.8.3 Installing M.2 (NGFF) cards To install an M.2 card: Locate the M.2 connector (NGFF1) on the motherboard. Remove the screw on the stand screw. Prepare the M.2 card. Align and insert the M.2 card into the M.2 connector (NGFF1). Secure the M.2 card with the screw you removed in step 2. Screw NGFF1 Screw hole Stand screw • Please pay attention when removing the screw, the stand screw might be removed together with it. • Ensure that the M.2 card is positioned between the screw and the stand screw before securing it. ASUS ESC500 G4 2-21...

  • Page 40: System Fan

    System fan This section describes how to remove the system fan in the event that you need to install or remove previously installed or new system components, or when the system fan needs to be replaced because it was damaged or became defective. To remove the system fan: Disconnect the system fan cable from the REAR_FAN1 connector on the...

  • Page 41: Bios Update Utility

    USB BIOS Flashback: 1. Place the bundled support DVD to the optical drive and install the USB BIOS Flashback Wizard. Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the installation. Insert the USB storage device to the USB Flashback port. • We recommend you to use a USB 2.0 storage device to save the latest BIOS version for better compatibility and stability. • Refer to section 2.11.1 Rear I/O connection for the location of the USB port that supports USB BIOS Flashback. Launch the USB BIOS Flashback Wizard to automatically download the latest BIOS version. Shut down your computer. On your motherboard, press the BIOS Flashback button for three seconds until the Flashback LED blinks three times, indicating that the BIOS Flashback function is enabled. Refer to section 3.4 Onboard LEDs for more information of the Flashback LED. If the system fails to boot after flashing the BIOS, unplug the power core and restart the system. ASUS ESC500 G4 2-23...

  • Page 42: Motherboard Rear And Audio Connection

    2.11 Motherboard rear and audio connection 2.11.1 Rear I/O connection Rear panel connectors Optical S/PDIF Out port DisplayPort USB 3.1 Type-A port EA2 (supports USB 3.1 Type-C port EC1 (supports USB 3.1 Boost) USB 3.1 Boost) VGA port DVI-D port Intel LAN port 1 and 2 (I210-AT)* USB 3.0 ports 3, 4, 5, and 6 (lower left ® port supports USB BIOS Flashback) HDMI 1.4b port Audio I/O ports** * and **: Refer to the tables on the next page for LAN port LEDs and audio port definitions. 2-24 Chapter 2: Hardware Setup...
  • Page 43 Activity Link LED Speed LED Status Description Status Description No link 10 Mbps connection SPEED ACT/LINK Linked Orange 100 Mbps connection Orange Orange (Blinking) Data activity Green 1 Gbps connection Ready to wake up Orange (Blinking from S5 mode then steady) LAN port You can disable the LAN controllers in BIOS. Once disabled, the LAN2 port’s ACT/LINK LED and SPEED LED stop blinking. For LAN1 port, the ACT/LINK LED still blinks even if you disabled it. ASUS ESC500 G4 2-25...

  • Page 44: Audio I/O Connections

    ** Audio 2, 4, 6, or 8-channel configuration Port Headset 4-channel 6-channel 8-channel 2-channel Light Blue Line In Line In Line In Line In Lime Line Out Front Speaker Out Front Speaker Out Front Speaker Out Pink Mic In Mic In Mic In Mic In Orange – – Center/Subwoofer Center/Subwoofer Black – Rear Speaker Out Rear Speaker Out Rear Speaker Out...
  • Page 45 Connect to 2.1 channel Speakers Connect to 4.1 channel Speakers Connect to 5.1 channel Speakers If you are using Windows 8.1 platform, use only the gray audio port for Side Speaker Out in a 6-channel configuration. ASUS ESC500 G4 2-27...
  • Page 46 Connect to 7.1 channel Speakers When the DTS UltraPC II function is enabled, ensure to connect the rear speaker to the gray port. 2-28 Chapter 2: Hardware Setup...

  • Page 47: Chapter 3: Motherboard Information

    Chapter 3: Motherboard Information Motherboard Information This chapter includes the motherboard layout and brief descriptions of the jumpers and internal connectors.

  • Page 48: Motherboard Layout

    Motherboard layout Refer to 3.5 Internal connectors and 2.11.1 Rear I/O connection for more information about rear panel connectors and internal connectors. Chapter 3: Motherboard Information...

  • Page 49: Layout Contents

    3-18 19. TPM connector (14-1 pin TPM) 3-17 20. Q-Code LEDs 3-10 21. Serial port connector (10-1 pin COM1) 3-23 22. Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP) 3-16 23. Digital audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT) 3-16 ASUS ESC500 G4...

  • Page 50: Onboard Buttons And Switches

    Onboard buttons and switches Onboard buttons and switches allow you to fine-tune performance when working on a bare or open-case system. This is ideal for overclockers and gamers who continually change settings to enhance system performance. Power-on button The motherboard comes with a power-on button that allows you to power up or wake up the system.
  • Page 51 BIOS default settings. A message will appear during POST reminding you that the BIOS has been restored to its default settings. • We recommend that you download and update to the latest BIOS version from www.asus.com after using the MemOK! function. ASUS ESC500 G4...
  • Page 52 EPU switch Enable this switch to automatically detect the current PC loadings and intelligently moderate the power consumption. Enable this switch when the system is powered off. • The EPU LED (OLED2) near the EPU switch lights up when the EPU switch is enabled.
  • Page 53 Clear CMOS button (CLR_CMOS) Press this button to clear the BIOS setup information only when the systems hangs due to overclocking. ASUS ESC500 G4...

  • Page 54: Jumpers

    Jumpers Chassis Fan control setting (3-pin CHAFAN_SEL) This jumpers allow you to switch fan pin selection. The CHAFAN_SEL jumper is for the front fans and rear fans control. Set pins 1-2 when using 3-pin fans or pins 2-3 when using 4-pin fans. Chapter 3: Motherboard Information...

  • Page 55: Onboard Leds

    (Power-On-Self Test): CPU, memory modules, VGA card, and hard disk drives. If an error is found, the critical component’s LED stays lit up until the problem is solved. EPU LED (OLED2) The EPU LED lights up when the EPU switch is enabled. ASUS ESC500 G4...
  • Page 56 USB BIOS Flashback LED (FLBK_LED) The BIOS Flashback LED flashes when you press the BIOS Flashback button for BIOS update. Q-Code LEDs The Q-Code LED design provides you with a 2-digit error code that displays the system status. Refer to the Q-Code table on the next page for details. Chapter 3: Motherboard Information 3-10...
  • Page 57 S3 Resume is stared (S3 Resume PPI is called by the DXE IPL) S3 Boot Script execution Video repost OS S3 wake vector call Reserved for future AMI progress codes E4 – E7 S3 Resume Failed (continued on the next page) ASUS ESC500 G4 3-11...
  • Page 58 Code Description S3 Resume PPI not Found S3 Resume Boot Script Error S3 OS Wake Error Reserved for future AMI error codes EC – EF Recovery condition triggered by firmware (Auto recovery) Recovery condition triggered by user (Forced recovery) Recovery process started Recovery firmware image is found Recovery firmware image is loaded F5 –...
  • Page 59 No Console Output Devices are found No Console Input Devices are found Invalid password Error loading Boot Option (LoadImage returned error) Boot Option is failed (StartImage returned error) Flash update is failed Reset protocol is not available ASUS ESC500 G4 3-13...
  • Page 60 ACPI/ASL Checkpoints (under OS) Code Description System is entering S3 sleep state System is entering S4 sleep state System is entering S5 sleep state System is waking up from the S3 sleep state System is waking up from the S4 sleep state System has transitioned into ACPI mode.

  • Page 61: Internal Connectors

    Before creating a RAID set, refer to section 5.1 RAID configurations or the manual bundled in the motherboard support DVD. • These SATA ports are for data drives only. • M.2_1 shares SATA ports with SATA6G_5. • M.2_2 shares SATA ports with SATA6G_6. ASUS ESC500 G4 3-15...
  • Page 62 Digital audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT) This connector is for an additional Sony/Philips Digital Interface (S/PDIF) port. Connect the S/PDIF Out module cable to this connector, then install the module to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis. The S/PDIF module is purchased separately.
  • Page 63 This connector supports a Trusted Platform Module (TPM) system, which securely store keys, digital certificates, passwords and data. A TPM system also helps enhance network security, protect digital identities, and ensures platform integrity. The TPM module is purchased separately. ASUS ESC500 G4 3-17...
  • Page 64 DO NOT connect a 1394 cable to the USB connectors. Doing so will damage the motherboard! You can connect the front panel USB cable to the ASUS Q-Connector (USB) first, and then install the Q-Connector (USB) to the USB connector onboard if your chassis supports front panel USB ports.
  • Page 65 USB 3.0 ports under Windows ® • The plugged USB 3.0 device may run on xHCI or EHCI mode depending on the operating system’s setting. • These USB 3.0 ports only support Turbo Mode when using USB 3.0 Boost feature. ASUS ESC500 G4 3-19...
  • Page 66 • The CPU_FAN connector supports the CPU fan of maximum 1A (12 W) fan power. • The CPU_FAN connector and CHA_FAN connectors support the ASUS FAN Xpert 3 feature. • The CPU fan connector detects the type of CPU fan installed and automatically switches the control modes.
  • Page 67 • If you want to use two or more high-end PCI Express x16 cards, use a PSU with 1000W power or above to ensure the system stability. ASUS ESC500 G4 3-21...
  • Page 68 System panel connector (20-5 pin PANEL) This connector supports several chassis-mounted functions. • System power LED (3-1 pin or 2-pin PLED) This 3-1 pin or 2-pin connector is for the system power LED. Connect the chassis power LED cable to this connector. The system power LED lights up when you turn on the system power, and blinks when the system is in sleep mode.
  • Page 69 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. The COM module is purchased separately. ASUS ESC500 G4 3-23...
  • Page 70 M.2 socket 3 This socket allows you to install an M.2 (NGFF) SSD module. • This socket supports M Key and type 2242/2260/2280/22110 storage devices. • M.2 X1_1 shares SATA ports with SATA6G_5 and M.2 X1_2 shares SATA ports with SATA6G_6.

  • Page 71: Chapter 4: Bios Setup

    Chapter 4: BIOS Setup BIOS Setup This chapter tells how to change the system settings through the BIOS Setup menus. Detailed descriptions of the BIOS parameters are also provided.

  • Page 72: Knowing Bios

    Knowing BIOS The new ASUS UEFI BIOS is a Unified Extensible Interface that complies with UEFI architecture, offering a user-friendly interface that goes beyond the traditional keyboard- only BIOS controls to enable a more flexible and convenient mouse input. You can easily navigate the new UEFI BIOS with the same smoothness as your operating system.

  • Page 73: Bios Setup Program

    The BIOS setup program does not support the Bluetooth devices. BIOS menu screen The BIOS Setup program can be used under two modes: EZ Mode and Advanced Mode. You can change modes from Setup Mode in Boot menu or by pressing the <F7> hotkey. ASUS ESC500 G4...

  • Page 74: Ez Mode

    4.2.1 EZ Mode By default, the EZ Mode screen appears when you enter the BIOS setup program. The EZ Mode provides you an overview of the basic system information, and allows you to select the display language, system performance, mode and boot device priority. To access the Advanced Mode, select Advanced Mode or press the <F7>...

  • Page 75: Advanced Mode

    Scroll bar Menu bar Language MyFavorite(F3) Qfan Control(F6) Quick Note (F9) Hot Keys Go back to EZ Mode Last modified settings Menu items General help Search on the FAQ Displays the CPU temperature, CPU, and memory voltage output ASUS ESC500 G4...

  • Page 76: Menu Bar

    Menu bar The menu bar on top of the screen has the following main items: For saving the frequently-used system settings and configuration. My Favorites For changing the basic system configuration Main For changing the overclocking settings Ai Tweaker Advanced For changing the advanced system settings For displaying the system temperature, power status, and changing the Monitor...

  • Page 77: Hot Keys

    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:...

  • Page 78: Qfan Control

    4.2.3 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 to be Click to activate Click to activate DC Mode configured PWM Mode Select a profile to apply to...
  • Page 79 To configure your fans: Select the fan that you want to configure and to view its current status. Click and drag the speed points to adjust the fans’ operating speed. Click Apply to save the changes then click Exit (ESC). ASUS ESC500 G4...

  • Page 80: My Favorites

    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 items. Chapter 4: BIOS Setup 4-10...
  • Page 81 • Configuration items such as Memory SPD Information, system time and date. Click Exit (ESC) or press <Esc> key to close Setup Tree Map screen. Go to My Favorites menu to view the saved BIOS items. ASUS ESC500 G4 4-11...

  • Page 82: Main Menu

    Main menu The Main menu screen appears when you enter the Advanced Mode of the BIOS Setup program. The Main menu provides you an overview of the basic system information, and allows you to set the system date, time, language, and security settings. Security The Security menu items allow you to change the system security settings.

  • Page 83: Administrator Password

    To clear the user password, follow the same steps as in changing a user password, but press <Enter> when prompted to create/confirm the password. After you clear the password, the User Password item on top of the screen shows [Not Installed]. ASUS ESC500 G4 4-13...

  • Page 84: Ai Tweaker Menu

    Ai Tweaker menu The Ai Tweaker menu items allow you to configure overclocking-related items. Be cautious when changing the settings of the Ai Tweaker menu items. Incorrect field values can cause the system to malfunction. The configuration options for this section vary depending on the CPU and DIMM model you installed on the motherboard.
  • Page 85 Configuration options: [Auto] [Disabled] [-0.22] [-0.34] [-0.46] [+0.12] [+0.22] [+0.28] [+0.38] ASUS MultiCore Enhancement [Auto] [Auto] This item allows you to maximize the oveclocking performance optimized by ASUS core ratio settings. [Disabled] This item allows you to set to default core ratio settings. CPU Core Ratio [Auto] This item allows you to set the CPU core ratio limit per core or synchronize automatically to all cores.

  • Page 86: Dram Timing Control

    This item allows you to enable or disable the odd ratio mode for better granularity. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] EPU Power Saving Mode [Disabled] The ASUS EPU (Energy Processing Unit) sets the CPU in its minimum power consumption settings. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] CPU SVID Support [Auto] Disable this item to stop the CPU from communicating with the external voltage regulator.
  • Page 87 [40 DRAM CLOCK] [48 DRAM CLOCK] [60 DRAM CLOCK] [80 DRAM CLOCK] [120 DRAM CLOCK] [240 DRAM CLOCK] ODT RTT WR (CHB) [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [0 DRAM CLOCK] [80 DRAM CLOCK] [120 DRAM CLOCK] [240 DRAM CLOCK] [255 DRAM CLOCK] ASUS ESC500 G4 4-17...
  • Page 88 ODT RTT PARK (CHB) [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [0 DRAM CLOCK] [34 DRAM CLOCK] [40 DRAM CLOCK] [48 DRAM CLOCK] [60 DRAM CLOCK] [80 DRAM CLOCK] [120 DRAM CLOCK] [240 DRAM CLOCK] ODT RTT NOM (CHB) [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [0 DRAM CLOCK] [34 DRAM CLOCK] [40 DRAM CLOCK] [48 DRAM CLOCK] [60 DRAM CLOCK] [80 DRAM CLOCK] [120 DRAM CLOCK] [240 DRAM CLOCK] ODT_READ_DURATION [Auto]...
  • Page 89 DRAM IOL (CHB DIMM0 Rank1) [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [0] - [15] DRAM IOL (CHB DIMM1 Rank0) [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [0] - [15] DRAM IOL (CHB DIMM1 Rank1) [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [0] - [15] ASUS ESC500 G4 4-19...
  • Page 90 IO Latency offset CHA IO_Latency_offset Configuration options: [Auto] [0] - [127] CHB IO_Latency_offset Configuration options: [Auto] [0] - [127] IO Latency RFR delay CHA RFR delay Configuration options: [Auto] [0] - [127] CHB RFR delay Configuration options: [Auto] [0] - [127] Third Timings tRDRD_sg [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [0] - [63]...
  • Page 91 Enable this item to enhance the stability of your system. Disable this item to enhance the DRAM overclocking capability. Configuration options: [Auto] [Enabled] [Disabled] DLLBwEn [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [1] - [7] DRAM SPD Write [Disabled] For advanced DRAM programming only. Enable DRAM SPD Write to enable memory SMBus programming. ASUS ESC500 G4 4-21...
  • Page 92 Internal CPU Power Management The subitems in this menu allow you to set the CPU ratio and features. Intel(R) SpeedStep(tm) [Auto] Allows the operating system to dynamically adjust the processor voltage and cores frequency to decrease the average power consumption and decrease average heat production.
  • Page 93 Max. CPU Graphics Ratio [Auto] Allows you to set the maximum possible CPU graphics ratio. Use the <+> or <-> keys to adjust the value. The values range from 1 to 60 with a 1 interval. ASUS ESC500 G4 4-23...

  • Page 94: Advanced Menu

    Advanced menu The Advanced menu items allow you to change the settings for the CPU and other system devices. Be cautious when changing the settings of the Advanced menu items. Incorrect field values can cause the system to malfunction. Chapter 4: BIOS Setup 4-24...

  • Page 95: Cpu Configuration

    This item allows you to select the number of CPU cores to activate in each processor package. Configuration options: [All] [1] [2] [3] Intel Virtualization Technology [Enabled] When set to [Enabled], a VMM can utilize the additional hardware capabilities provided by Vanderpool Technology. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] ASUS ESC500 G4 4-25...
  • Page 96 Hardware Prefetcher [Enabled] This item allows the CPU to prefetch commands and data in the L2 cache, reduces the DRAM loading time and improves the system performance. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Adjacent Cache Line Prefetcher [Enabled] This item allows the mid level cache (L2) to prefetch adjacent cache lines, reducing the DRAM loading time and improves the system performance.

  • Page 97: Platform Misc Configuration

    Configuration options: [Auto] [C0/C1] [C2] [C3] [C6] [C7] [C7s] [C8] CFG Lock [Disabled] This item allows you to disable or enable the CFG Lock. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] 4.6.2 Platform Misc Configuration The items in this menu allow you to configure the platform-related features. ASUS ESC500 G4 4-27...
  • Page 98 ASPM to take effect. Configuration options: [Disabled] [L1] PEG ASPM [Disabled] This item allows you to select the ASPM state for energy-saving conditions, or use the ASUS optimized energy saving profile. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Auto] [ASPM L0s] [ASPM L1] [ASPM L0sL1]...

  • Page 99: Pch-Fw Configuration

    This item allows you to select a primary display from CPU and PCIe graphical devices. iGPU Multi-Monitor [Disabled] Set this item to [Enabled] to empower both integrated and discrete graphics for multi- monitor output. iGPU shared system memory size will be fixed at 64M. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] ASUS ESC500 G4 4-29...

  • Page 100: Pch Configuration

    RC6(Render Standby) [Enabled] Enable this item for render standby support. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] DVMT Pre-Allocated [32M] Select DVMT 5.0 Pre-Allocated (Fixed) Graphics Memory size used by the Internal Graphics Device. Configuration options: [32M] [64M] [96M] [128M] [160M] [192M] [224M] [256M] [288M] [320M] [352M] [384M] [416M] [448M] [480M] [512M] DMI/OPI Configuration This item allows you to control various DMI (direct media interface) functions.

  • Page 101: Pch Storage Configuration

    Scroll down to display the other BIOS items. M.2 X1_1 Hyper kit Mode [Disabled] Disable this option for M.2 devices. Enable this option for “ASUS Hyper kit” card. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] M.2 X1_2 Hyper kit Mode [Disabled] Disable this option for M.2 devices. Enable this option for “ASUS Hyper kit” card.
  • Page 102 SATA Mode Selection [AHCI] This item allows you to set the SATA configuration. [AHCI] Set to [AHCI] when you want the SATA hard disk drives to use the AHCI (Advanced Host Controller Interface). The AHCI allows the onboard storage driver to enable advanced Serial ATA features that increases storage performance on random workloads by allowing the drive to internally optimize the order of commands.

  • Page 103: Usb Configuration

    Ensure to install USb driver in your system before you disable this item. USB Single Port Control This item allows you to enable or disable the individual USB ports. Refer to section 3.1 Motherboard layout for the location of the USB ports. ASUS ESC500 G4 4-33...

  • Page 104: Network Stack Configuration

    4.6.8 Network Stack Configuration Network stack [Disable] This item allows you to disable or enable the UEFI network stack. Configuration options: [Disable] [Enable] The following item appears only when you set the Network Stack to [Enabled]. Ipv4/Ipv6 PXE Support [Enabled] This item allows you to enable or disable the Ipv4/Ipv6 PXE wake event.
  • Page 105 USB Type C Power Switch [Auto] [Auto] The system will automatically detect your USB Type C devices and provide suitable power if needed. [Enabled] The USB Type C port will always provide power to your devices. ASUS ESC500 G4 4-35...

  • Page 106: Serial Port Configuration

    Intel LAN1/LAN2 Controller [Enabled] This item allows you to enable or disable the Intel LAN1/2 controllers. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] The following item appears only when you set the Intel LAN Controller to [Enabled]. Intel PXE Option ROM LAN1/LAN2 [Disabled] This item allows you to enable or disable the PXE Option Rom of the Intel ®...

  • Page 107: Apm Configuration

    This item allows you to enable or disable the RTC (Real-Time Clock) to generate a wake event and configure the RTC alarm date. When enabled, you can set the days, hours, minutes, or seconds to schedule an RTC alarm date. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] ASUS ESC500 G4 4-37...

  • Page 108: Hdd/Ssd Smart Information

    4.6.11 HDD/SSD SMART Information This menu displays the SMART information of the connected devices. Chapter 4: BIOS Setup 4-38...

  • Page 109: Monitor Menu

    N/A. Select [Ignore] if you do not wish to display the detected speed. CPU Core Voltage, 3.3V Voltage, 5V Voltage, 12V Voltage The onboard hardware monitor automatically detects the voltage output through the onboard voltage regulators. Select [Ignore] if you do not want to detect this item. ASUS ESC500 G4 4-39...
  • Page 110 Qfan Configuration Qfan Tuning Click this item to automatically detect the lowest speed and configure the minimum duty cycle for each fan. CPU Q-Fan Control [Auto] [Auto] Detect the type of CPU fan installed and automatically switches the mode control. [PWM Mode] Enable the CPU Q-Fan control feature in PWM mode for 4-pin CPU fan.
  • Page 111 [Silent] Sets to [Silent] to minimize the fan speed for quiet chassis fan operation. [Turbo] Sets to [Turbo] to achieve maximum chassis fan speed. [Manual] Sets to [Manual] to assign detailed fan speed control parameters. ASUS ESC500 G4 4-41...
  • Page 112 The following four items appear only when you set Chassis Fan 1-4 Profile to [Manual]. Chassis Fan 1-4 Upper Temperature [70] Use the <+> or <-> keys to adjust the upper limit of the Chassis Fan 1-4 temperature. The values range from 20 to 75. Chassis Fan 1-4 Max.

  • Page 113: Boot Menu

    [Full Screen] Sets the boot logo display in full screen during POST. [Disabled] Disables the boot logo display during POST. The following item appears only when you set the Boot Logo Display to [Auto] and [Full Screen]. ASUS ESC500 G4 4-43...
  • Page 114 Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Option ROM Messages [Enabled] [Enabled] The Option ROM Messages will be shown during the POST. [Disabled] Only the ASUS logo will be shown during the POST. Interrupt 19 Capture [Disabled] [Enabled] Execute the trap right away. [Disabled] Execute the trap during legacy boot.
  • Page 115 Get the optimized function when booting on Windows non-UEFI ® mode. Microsoft Secure Boot only supports Windows UEFI ® ® mode. Key Management Clear Secure Boot Keys This item allows you to clear all default Secure Boot keys. ASUS ESC500 G4 4-45...
  • Page 116 Save Secure Boot Keys This item allows you to save the PK (Platform Keys) to a USB storage device. PK Management Set New Key This item allows you to load the downloaded PK from a USB storage device. The PK file must be formatted as a UEFI variable structure with time-based authenticated variable.

  • Page 117: Boot Option Priorities

    OS in Safe Mode, press <F8> after POST (Windows 8 not supported). • To select the boot device during system startup, press <F8> when the ASUS Logo appears. Boot Override These items displays the available devices. The number of device items that appears on the screen depends on the number of devices installed in the system.

  • Page 118: Tool Menu

    4.9.1 ASUS EZ Flash 3 Utility This item allows you to run ASUS EZ Flash 3. When you press <Enter>, a confirmation message appears. Use the left/right arrow key to select between [Yes] or [No], then press <Enter> to confirm your choice.

  • Page 119: Asus Overclocking Profile

    Key in a profile number from one to eight, press <Enter>, and then select Yes. Load/Save Profile from/to USB Drive This item allows you to load or save profile from your USB drive, load and save profile to your USB drive. ASUS ESC500 G4 4-49...

  • Page 120: Asus Spd Information

    4.9.3 ASUS SPD Information This item allows you to view the DRAM SPD information. Chapter 4: BIOS Setup 4-50...

  • Page 121: Exit Menu

    <Esc>, a confirmation window appears. Select Yes to discard changes and exit. Launch EFI Shell from filesystem device This option allows you to attempt to launch the EFI Shell application (shellx64.efi) from one of the available filesystem devices. ASUS ESC500 G4 4-51...

  • Page 122: Updating Bios

    ® ASUS EZ Flash 3: Updates the BIOS using a USB flash drive. ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3: Restores the BIOS using the motherboard support DVD or a USB flash drive when the BIOS file fails or gets corrupted. 4.11.1...

  • Page 123: Asus Ez Flash 3

    4.11.2 ASUS EZ Flash 3 ASUS EZ Flash 3 allows you to download and update to the latest BIOS through the Internet without having to use a bootable floppy disk or an OS-based utility. Updating through the Internet varies per region and Internet conditions. Check your local Internet connection before updating through the Internet.
  • Page 124 To update the BIOS by Internet: Enter the Advanced Mode of the BIOS setup program. Go to the Tool menu to select ASUS EZ Flash Utility and press <Enter>. Select by Internet. Press the Left/Right arrow keys to select an Internet connection method, and then press <Enter>.

  • Page 125: Asus Crashfree Bios 3

    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 BIOS file, download the file at https://www.asus.com/support/ and save it to a USB flash drive.
  • Page 126 Chapter 4: BIOS Setup 4-56...

  • Page 127: Chapter 5: Raid Configuration

    Chapter 5: RAID Configuration RAID Configuration This chapter provides instructions for setting up, creating, and configuring RAID sets using the available utilities.

  • Page 128: Raid Configurations

    RAID configurations The motherboard supports Intel Rapid Storage Technology enterprise Option ROM Utility ® with RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 10, and RAID 5 support. If you want to install a Windows operating system to a hard disk drive included in a RAID ®...

  • Page 129: Installing Serial Ata Hard Disks

    Save your changes, and then exit the BIOS Setup. Refer to Chapter 3 for details on entering and navigating through the BIOS Setup Due to chipset limitation, when SATA ports are set to RAID mode, all SATA ports run at RAID mode together. ASUS ESC500 G4...

  • Page 130: Intel ® Rapid Storage Technology Enterprise Sata Option Rom Utility

    5.1.4 Intel Rapid Storage Technology enterprise SATA ® Option ROM Utility The Intel Rapid Storage Technology enterprise SATA Option ROM utility allows you 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.

  • Page 131: Creating A Raid Set

    ]-Prev/Next [TAB]-(M)aster [SPACE]-(R)ecovery [ENTER]-Done Use the up/down arrow keys to move the selection bar then press <Space> to select a disk. A small triangle before the Port number marks the selected drive. Press <Enter> when you are done. ASUS ESC500 G4...
  • Page 132 Use the up/down arrow keys to select the stripe size for the RAID array (for RAID 0, 10 and 5 only) then press <Enter>. 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...

  • Page 133: Deleting A Raid Set

    <N> to return to the DELETE VOLUME menu. DELETE VOLUME 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 ESC500 G4...

  • Page 134: Resetting Disks To Non-Raid

    5.1.7 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: From the utility main menu, select 3. Reset Disks to Non-RAID and press <Enter>. Press the up/down arrow keys to select the drive(s) or disks of the RAID set you want to reset, then press <Space>.

  • Page 135: Exiting The Intel ® Rapid Storage Technology Enterprise Sata Option Rom Utility

    Rebuild completes in the operating system. Select the port of destination disk for rebuilding (ESC to exit): Port Drive Model Serial # Size XXXXXXXXXXX XXXXXXXX XXX.GB ]-Previous/Next [ENTER]-Select [ESC]-Exit Select a destination disk with the same size as the original hard disk. ASUS ESC500 G4...
  • Page 136 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 1.

  • Page 137: Setting The Boot Array In The Bios Setup Utility

    Use up/down arrow keys to select the boot priority and press <Enter>. See the Boot menu section of Chapter 4 for more details. From the Exit menu, select Save Changes & Exit, then press <Enter>. When the confirmation window appears, select Yes, then press <Enter>. ASUS ESC500 G4 5-11...

  • Page 138: Intel ® Rapid Storage Technology Enterprise (Windows)

    Intel Rapid Storage Technology enterprise ® (Windows) The Intel Rapid Storage Technology enterprise allows you to create RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID ® 10 (RAID 1+0), and RAID 5 set(s) from Serial ATA hard disk drives that are connected to the Serial ATA connectors supported by the Southbridge.

  • Page 139: Creating A Raid Set

    Click Next. • If you do not want to keep the 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 ESC500 G4 5-13...
  • Page 140 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. Wait until the process is completed, then click OK when prompted. You still need to partition your new volume using Windows Disk Management before adding any data.

  • Page 141: Changing A Volume Type

    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 server systems, and a higher stripe size for multimedia computer systems used mainly for audio and video editing. ASUS ESC500 G4 5-15...

  • Page 142: Deleting A Volume

    5.2.3 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: From the utility main menu, select the volume (exp. Volume_0000) in Volumes field you want to delete.

  • Page 143: Preferences

    Allow you to set to show the notification area icon and show system information, warning, 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 ESC500 G4 5-17...
  • Page 144 Chapter 5: RAID Configuration 5-18...

  • Page 145: Chapter 6: Driver Installation

    Chapter 6: Driver Installation Driver Installation This chapter provides the instructions for installing the necessary drivers for different system components.

  • Page 146: Installing An Operating System

    Connect the USB ODD or USB storage device to your 100 series platform. Insert the ASUS support DVD into a SATA ODD on your 100 series platform. Power on your system and press F8 during POST (Power-On Self Test) to enter the boot screen.
  • Page 147 The USB 3.0 driver will be loaded automatically during installation startup. The “Setup is starting...” screen will show up if the USB 3.0 driver is loaded correctly. Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the Windows 7 installation. ® ASUS ESC500 G4...
  • Page 148 ® source using a third-party ISO software. Copy both “Auto_Unattend.xml” and “Auto_Unattend” folder from the root directory of the ASUS supporting DVD to your system. Edit the ISO file and add both “Auto_Unattend.xml” and “Auto_Unattend” folder into the ISO file.
  • Page 149 1 x USB storage device (8 GB or more) Insert the Windows 7 installation DVD. ® Launch the ASUS EZ Installer located on the ASUS support DVD. Select a method of creating a modified Windows 7 installation file: ® •...
  • Page 150 - Select the source of the Windows 7 installation disk then click Next. ® - Select the USB storage device and click next. Click the refresh icon if the USB storage device is not displayed. - Click Yes to clear the contents on the USB storage device and create a bootable USB device.
  • Page 151 7 OS disk to ISO file ® - Select Windows 7 OS disk to ISO file then click Next. - Check I agree and then click Next. - Select the source of the Windows 7 installation disk then click Next. ® ASUS ESC500 G4...
  • Page 152 - Select the folder to save the modified Windows 7 installation ISO file and click ® Next. - Once completed, click OK to finish. - Burn this ISO file onto an empty DVD to create a modified Windows ® installation DVD. Insert the modified Windows 7 installation DVD into an ODD or connect the USB ®...

  • Page 153: Support Dvd Information

    Place the Support DVD into the optical drive. In the AutoPlay dialog box, Click Run Instv2.EXE. If the AutoPlay dialog box does not appear, browse the contents of the support DVD and double-Click \\bin\Instv2.EXE to launch the ASUS motherboard support DVD main menu. ASUS ESC500 G4...

  • Page 154: Obtaining The Software Manuals

    Click to display free software for you to use Click to select an item to install Click to display the ASUS contact information Click to browse the file list of the support CD Click to install the selected items 6.2.2 Obtaining the software manuals The software manuals are included in the support DVD.

  • Page 155: Software Information

    View the online help or readme file that came with the software application for more information. AI Suite 3 AI Suite 3 is an all-in-one interface that integrates several ASUS utilities and allows you to launch and operate these utilities simultaneously. Installing AI Suite 3 Ensure that you have an Administrator account before installing AI Suite 3 in your operating system.
  • Page 156 Launching AI Suite 3 Windows 7 OS ® From the Desktop, Click Start > All Programs > ASUS > AI Suite 3 > AI Suite 3. You can also launch AI Suite in Windows 7 by clicking or tapping on the Notification ®...
  • Page 157 Some functions in the AI Suite 3 main menu in this user guide may vary depending on the motherboard model. • Refer to the software manual in the support DVD or visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for detailed software configuration. ASUS ESC500 G4...

  • Page 158: Ai Charger

    6.4.1 Ai Charger+ Ai Charger+ allows you to fast-charge your portable BC 1.1* mobile devices on your computer’s USB port three times faster than the standard USB devices**. Launching Ai Charger+ To launch Ai Charger+, click on the left of the AI Suite 3 main menu, then select Ai Charger+.

  • Page 159: Usb 3.1 Boost

    Boost. For more details, refer to section 2.11.1 Rear I/O connection. • USB 3.1 Boost automatically detects the USB 3.1/3.0 devices that support UASP. • The data transfer speed varies with USB devices. For a higher data transfer performance, use a USB 3.1/3.0 device. ASUS ESC500 G4 6-15...

  • Page 160: Ez Update

    6.4.3 EZ Update EZ Update is a utility that allows you to automatically update your motherboard’s software, drivers and BIOS easily. With this utility, you can also manually update the BIOS and select the boot logo that displays during POST. Launching EZ Update To launch EZ Update, click on the left of the AI Suite 3 main menu, then select EZ...
  • Page 161 Click to go back to EZ Click to proceed the updating Update main screen BIOS and boot logo After you Click BIOS Update button, Click Flash to update the BIOS and upload the boot logo in your system. ASUS ESC500 G4 6-17...

  • Page 162: System Information

    6.4.4 System Information This utility allows you get the detailed information of the motherboard, CPU, and memory settings. Launching the System Information To launch System Information, click on the left of the AI Suite 3 main menu, then select System Information. Viewing the motherboard information Click the MB tab to view the motherboard’s information.
  • Page 163 Viewing the SPD information Click the SPD tab to view the memory’s information. ASUS ESC500 G4 6-19...

  • Page 164: Mobo Connect

    6.4.5 Mobo Connect Mobo Connect allows you to share the PC’s keyboard/mouse for smart devices, or stream audio playback from your smart device yo the PC. Launching Mobo Connect To launch Mobo Connect, click on the left of the AI Suite 3 main menu, then select Mobo Connect.

  • Page 165: Usb Bios Flashback

    Scheduling the BIOS download In the Download Setting field, tick Schedule (days) then select the number of days for the BIOS download schedule. Click Apply to save the BIOS download schedule. Click Cancel to cancel the download schedule. ASUS ESC500 G4 6-21...
  • Page 166 Downloading the latest BIOS Before you start downloading, ensure that you have installed the USB storage device to your computer’s USB port that supports USB BIOS Flashback. Refer to section 2.11.1 Rear I/O connection of this user guide for more details. To download the updated BIOS: From the USB BIOS Flashback screen, Click Check for New BIOS Update.

  • Page 167: Push Notice

    Push Notice. Push Notice Tap Push Scan then tap the name of your computer that you want to pair with. To pair your computer and smart device, ensure that both are connected to the same wireless network. ASUS ESC500 G4 6-23...
  • Page 168 Setting up PC Mode alerts of your computer This feature allows you to restart, shut down, or put your computer to sleep mode and sends an alert to your smart device. Tick these to enable mode alerts Tick to select the smart device Set the day and time to enable the PC modes...
  • Page 169 Push Notice. Push Notice Tap to delete Tap to view PC PC alerts mode alerts Tap to view PC status alerts Tap to view PC sent messages Tap to scan more host computers ASUS ESC500 G4 6-25...

  • Page 170: Audio Configurations

    Audio configurations The Realtek audio CODEC provides 8-channel audio capability to deliver the ultimate audio ® experience on your computer. The software provides Jack-Sensing function, S/PDIF Out support, and interrupt capability. The CODEC also includes the Realtek proprietary UAJ ® ®...
  • Page 171 Line Out port then Click Next. If you select Headphone, Click to select the type of headphone installed then Click OK. If you select Front Speaker Out, Click to select the type of speaker installed then Click OK. ASUS ESC500 G4 6-27...
  • Page 172 6-28 Chapter 6: Driver Installation...

  • Page 173: Appendix

    Appendix Appendix...

  • Page 174: P10S Ws Block Diagram

    P10S WS block diagram Appendix...

  • Page 175: Asus Contact Information

    Web site http://www.asus.com.tw Technical Support Telephone +886-2-2894-3447 (0800-093-456) Online Support http://www.asus.com/tw/support/ ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. (China) Address No. 5077 Jindu Road, Minhang District, Shanghai, China Telephone +86-21-5442-1616 +86-21-5442-0099 Web site http://www.asus.com.cn Technical Support Telephone +86-20-2804-7506 (400-620-6655) Online Support http://support.asus.com/techserv/techserv.aspx ASUS ESC500 G4...
  • Page 176 +1-510-739-3777 +1-510-608-4555 Web site http://www.asus.com/us/ Technical Support Support fax +1-812-284-0883 Telephone +1-812-282-2787 Online support http://www.service.asus.com/ ASUS COMPUTER GmbH (Germany and Austria) Address Harkort Str. 21-23, 40880 Ratingen, Germany +49-2102-959911 Web site http://www.asus.de Online contact http://eu-rma.asus.com/sales Technical Support Telephone +49-1805-010923 Support Fax...
  • Page 177 Web site http://www.asus.com Technical Support Telephone +31-(0)591-5-70292 +31-(0)591-666853 E-mail advance.rma.eu@asus.com Online Support http://support.asus.com/techserv/techserv.aspx ASUS Polska Sp. z o.o. (Poland) Address Ul. Postępu 6, 02-676 Warszawa, Poland Web site http://pl.asus.com Technical Support Telephone +48-225718033 Online Support http://support.asus.com/techserv/techserv.aspx ASK-Service (Russia and CIS) Address г.Москва, ул.
  • Page 178 Appendix...

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