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  • Page 1 ESC700 G2 Workstation User's Manual...
  • 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

    Contents Notices ......................vii Federal Communications Commission Statement ......vii Canadian Department of Communications Statement ..... vii REACH ..................vii Safety information ..................viii Electrical Safety ................viii Operation Safety ................viii About this guide ..................ix Audience ...................ix Contents ...................ix Conventions ..................x Typography ..................x Reference ...................x...
  • Page 4 Contents Installing hard disk drives ............2-13 Installing 5.25-inch drives ............2-15 2.6.1 Removing the front panel cover ........2-15 2.6.2 Installing 5.25-inch drives ..........2-16 Expansion cards ................ 2-18 2.7.1 Slot description ............. 2-18 2.7.2 Installing expansion cards ..........2-19 2.7.3 Configuring an expansion card ........
  • Page 5 APM ................4-40 Monitor menu ................4-41 Boot menu .................. 4-44 Tools menu ................. 4-45 4.8.1 ASUS EZ Flash 2 Utility ..........4-46 4.8.2 ASUS DRAM SPD Information ........4-46 4.8.3 ASUS O.C. Profile ............4-47 Exit menu ..................4-48 4.10...
  • Page 6 6.3.6 Probe II ................. 6-17 6.3.7 Sensor Recorder ............6-18 6.3.8 USB 3.0 Boost .............. 6-19 6.3.9 ASUS Update ..............6-20 6.3.10 MyLogo2 ............... 6-21 6.3.11 Audio configurations ............. 6-23 System Recovery ............... 6-24 6.4.1 Using the Recovery Partition ........6-24 6.4.2...

  • Page 7: Notices

    Radio Interference Regulations of the Canadian Department of Communications. This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003. REACH Complying with the REACH (Registration, Evaluation, Authorization, and Restriction of Chemicals) regulatory framework, we publish the chemical substances in our products at ASUS REACH website at http://green.asus.com/english/REACH.htm.

  • 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

    DO NOT throw the motherboard in municipal waste. This product has been designed to enable proper reuse of parts and recycling. This symbol of the crossed out wheeled bin indicates that the product (electrical and electronic equipment) should not be placed in municipal waste. Check local regulations for disposal of electronic products.

  • Page 10: Conventions

    Example: At the DOS prompt, type the command line: format A:/S Reference Visit the ASUS websites worldwide that provide updated information for all ASUS hardware and software products. Refer to the ASUS contact information for details.
  • Page 11 Chapter 1 This chapter describes the general features of the workstation, including sections on front panel and rear panel specifications. ASUS ESC700 G2...

  • Page 12: Chapter 1: Product Introduction

    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 14 characters such as xxS0xxxxxxxxxx shown as the figure below.

  • Page 13: System Specifications

    1.3 System specifications The ASUS ESC700 G2 is a workstation featuring the ASUS P9X79 WS SYS motherboard. The workstation supports Intel LGA1155 Xeon E3-1200 / Core™i3-2100 series processors, ® ® plus other latest technologies through the chipsets onboard. Model Name ESC700 G2...
  • Page 14 2 x USB 3.0 ports 2 x USB 2.0 ports Front Panel I/O 1 x Line In 1 x Line Out Anti-virus Software Optional Anti-Virus CD Pack Dimension (HH x WW x DD) 190mm x 423mm x 435mm (W x H x D) Net Weight Kg (CPU, DRAM &...

  • Page 15: Front Panel Features

    Empty 5.25-inch bay Microphone / Headphone ports Smart Card Reader (optional) USB 2.0/USB 3.0 ports Reset button Power button Power LED (blue) HDD access LED (orange) Refer to section 1.7.1 Front panel LED for the LED descriptions. ASUS ESC700 G2...

  • Page 16: Rear Panel Features

    Rear panel features The rear panel includes a slot for the motherboard rear I/O ports, expansion slots, a power supply module, and a vent for the system fan. The PS/2 keyboard / mouse combo port, USB ports, DVI-I ports, Audio ports, S/PDIF Out ports, and Gigabit LAN ports do not appear on the rear panel if motherboard is not present.

  • Page 17: Internal Features

    Internal features The barebone workstation includes the basic components as shown. Power supply unit 120mm system fan ASUS P9X79 WS/SYS motherboard CPU heatsink and fan assembly Optical drive (optional) 5.25-inch drive bays Smart card reader (optional) Front I/O board Internal HDD bays...

  • Page 18: Led Information

    LED information 1.7.1 Front panel LED HDD Access LED Power LED Color Display status Description Power LED Blue System power ON HDD Access No activity Orange Blinking Read/write data into the HDD 1.7.2 LAN (RJ-45) LEDs ACT/LINK LED SPEED LED ACT/LINK LED SPEED LED ACT/LINK LED...
  • Page 19 Chapter 2 This chapter lists the hardware setup procedures that you have to perform when installing or removing system components. ASUS ESC700 G2...

  • Page 20: Chapter 2: Hardware Setup

    Chassis cover You have to remove the left side cover to install or replace internal components of the server system. • 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.
  • Page 21 Slide the left side cover for about half an inch toward the rear until it is disengaged from the chassis. Carefully lift the cover and set it aside. ASUS ESC700 G2...

  • Page 22: Motherboard Overview

    Motherboard overview The barebone server comes with the P9X79 WS/SYS motherboard already installed. The motherboard is secured to the chassis by nine (9) screws as indicated by the circles in the illustration below. Refer to Chapter 3: Motherboard information for detailed information on the motherboard.

  • Page 23: Central Processing Unit (Cpu)

    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 LGA2011 socket.

  • Page 24: Cpu Installation

    2.3.1 CPU installation Please note 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.
  • Page 25 Triangle mark ASUS ESC700 G2...

  • Page 26: Installing The Cpu Heatsink And Fan Assembly

    2.3.2 Installing the CPU heatsink and fan assembly 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 27 Do not forget to connect the CPU_FAN connector! Hardware monitoring errors can occur if you fail to plug this connector. ASUS ESC700 G2...

  • Page 28: System Memory

    System memory 2.4.1 Overview The motherboard comes with eight Double Data Rate 3 (DDR3) Dual Inline Memory Modules (DIMM) slots. A DDR3 module is notched differently from a DDR or DDR2 module. DO NOT install a DDR or DDR2 memory module to the DDR3 slot. 2-10 Chapter 2: Hardware setup...

  • Page 29: Memory Configurations

    CPU. • The max. 64GB memory capacity can be supported with DIMMs of 8GB (or above). ASUS will update QVL once the DIMMs are available on the market. • Always install DIMMs with the same CAS latency. For optimum compatibility, we recommend that you obtain memory modules from the same vendor.

  • Page 30: Installing A Dimm

    2.4.3 Installing a DIMM Ensure to unplug the power supply before adding or removing DIMMs or other system components. Failure to do so may cause severe damage to both the motherboard and the components. Unlock a DIMM socket by pressing DIMM notch the retaining clip outward.

  • Page 31: Installing Hard Disk Drives

    To install a Serial ATA hard disk drive Refer to the previous section to remove the side cover. Pull out the bay locks on the HDD cage. Lift up the secure tab on the HDD cage. Swing out the HDD cage. ASUS ESC700 G2 2-13...
  • Page 32 With the HDD label side up, carefully insert the drive into the 3.5-inch bay and push the drive into the bay until its screw holes align with the holes on the drive bay. Swing back the HDD cage. Push in the bay locks to secure the hard disk drive.

  • Page 33: Installing 5.25-Inch Drives

    Gently lift the front panel assembly until the hinge-like tabs on the top side of the assembly are detached from the chassis. Remove the front panel assembly, then set aside. ASUS ESC700 G2 2-15...
  • Page 34 2.6.2 Installing 5.25-inch drives To install 5.25-inch drives Select the drive bay you intend to use and remove the drive slot plate cover. Release the bay locks. Insert the drive into the 5.25-inch drive bay and carefully push the drive into the bay until its screw holes align with the holes on the bay.
  • Page 35 Reinstall the front panel cover and side covers when done. Use either the 15-pin SATA power connector OR the legacy 4-pin power connector. DO NOT use both to prevent damage to components and to keep the system from becoming unstable. ASUS ESC700 G2 2-17...

  • Page 36: Expansion Cards

    Expansion cards The system comes with six PCI Express 3.0 x16 slots (2 at x16 or x8 mode, 2 at x8 mode, and 2 at x4 mode). 2.7.1 Slot description Slot No. Slot Description PCIe 3.0 x16_1 slot (single at x16 or dual at x8/x8 mode) PCIe 3.0 x16_2 slot (x8 mode) PCIe 3.0 x16_3 slot (x4 mode) PCIe 3.0 x16_4 slot (single at x16 or dual at x8/x8 mode)

  • Page 37: Installing Expansion Cards

    Press the card firmly until it is properly seated on the slot. Secure the card to the chassis with the bracket screw you removed earlier. ASUS ESC700 G2 2-19...

  • Page 38: Configuring An Expansion Card

    2.7.3 Configuring an expansion card After installing the expansion card, configure it by adjusting the software settings. Turn on the system and change the necessary BIOS settings, if any. See Chapter 4 for information on BIOS setup. Assign an IRQ to the card. Refer to the tables on the next page. Install the software drivers for the expansion card.
  • Page 39 – – USB 2.0 Controller 1 – – – – – – – shared USB 2.0 Controller 2 – – – – – – – shared HD Audio – – – – – – shared – ASUS ESC700 G2 2-21...

  • Page 40: Removing The System Fan

    Removing the system fan You may need to remove previously installed system components when installing or removing other system components, or when replacing a defective component. This section tells how to remove the system fan. To remove the system fan: Disconnect the chassis fan cable from the CHA_FAN1 connector on the motherboard.

  • Page 41: Connecting Cables

    Connecting cables The ESC700 G2 chassis includes the power and signal cables that you need to connect to the motherboard, storage drives, and other devices that you intend to install. • The bundled system cables are pre-connected before shipment. You do not need to disconnect these cables unless you will remove pre-installed components to install additional devices.
  • Page 42 2-24 Chapter 2: Hardware setup...
  • Page 43 Chapter 3 This chapter gives information about the motherboard that comes with the workstation. This chapter includes the motherboard layout, jumper settings, and connector locations. ASUS ESC700 G2...

  • Page 44: Chapter 3: Motherboard Info

    Motherboard layouts P9X79 WS/SYS Motherboard Refer to 3.3 Connectors for more information about rear panel connectors and internal connectors. Chapter 3: Motherboard information...

  • Page 45: Layout Contents

    Serial port connector (10-1 pin COM1) 3-28 Clear RTC RAM (3-pin CLRTC) TPU switch IEEE 1394a port connector (10-1 pin IE1394_2) 3-26 Digital audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT) 3-26 Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP) 3-28 ASUS ESC700 G2...

  • Page 46: Jumpers

    Jumpers Clear RTC RAM (3-pin CLRTC) This jumper allows you to clear the Real Time Clock (RTC) RAM in CMOS. You can reset the system setup parameters by erasing the CMOS RTC RAM data. The onboard button cell battery powers the RAM data in CMOS, which include system setup information such as system passwords.
  • Page 47 If you use a 4-pin fan but set the jumper to pin 1-2, the fan you installed may not work. • If you use a 3-pin fan but set the jumper for a 4-pin fan, the fan control will not work and the fan you installed will always run at full speed. ASUS ESC700 G2...

  • Page 48: Onboard Switches

    Onboard switches Onboard 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. EPU switch Turning this switch to Enable will automatically detect the current PC loadings and intelligently moderate the power consumption.
  • Page 49 DIAG_DRAM lights continuously. Replace the DIMMs with ones recommended in the Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors Lists) in this user manual or on the ASUS website at 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.

  • Page 50: Onboard Leds

    Onboard LEDs Standby Power LED The motherboard comes with a standby power LED that lights up to indicate that the system is ON, in sleep mode, or in soft-off mode. This is a reminder that you should shut down the system and unplug the power cable before removing or plugging in any motherboard component.
  • Page 51 EPU LED The EPU LED lights when the EPU switch is turned to Enable. TPU LED The TPU LED lights when the TPU switch is turned to Enable. ASUS ESC700 G2...
  • Page 52 Q-Code LEDs The Q-Code LED design provides you the 2-digit display, allowing you to know the system status. Refer to the Q-Code table below for details. 3-10 Chapter 3: Motherboard information...
  • Page 53 15 – 18 Pre-memory System Agent initialization is started 19 – 1C Pre-memory PCH initialization is started 1D – 2A Pre-memory initialization codes 2B – 2F Memory initialization Reserved for ASL (see ASL Status Codes section below) ASUS ESC700 G2 3-11...
  • Page 54 Q-Code table (continued) Code Description Memory Installed 32 – 36 CPU post-memory initialization 37 – 3A Post-Memory System Agent initialization is started 3B – 3E Post-Memory PCH initialization is started 3F – 4E Post memory initialization codes DXE IPL is started Memory initialization error.
  • Page 55 DXE initialization codes Boot Device Selection (BDS) phase is started Driver connecting is started PCI Bus initialization is started PCI Bus Hot Plug Controller Initialization PCI Bus Enumeration PCI Bus Request Resources PCI Bus Assign Resources ASUS ESC700 G2 3-13...
  • Page 56 Q-Code table (continued) Code Description Console Output devices connect Console input devices connect Super IO Initialization USB initialization is started USB Reset USB Detect USB Enable 9E-9F Reserved for future AMI codes IDE initialization is started IDE Reset IDE Detect IDE Enable SCSI initialization is started SCSI Reset...
  • Page 57 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 ESC700 G2 3-15...
  • Page 58 ACPI/ASL Checkpoints Code Description 0x01 System is entering S1 sleep state 0x02 System is entering S2 sleep state 0x03 System is entering S3 sleep state 0x04 System is entering S4 sleep state 0x05 System is entering S5 sleep state 0x10 System is waking up from the S1 sleep state 0x20 System is waking up from the S2 sleep state...

  • Page 59: Connectors

    4. LAN (RJ-45) port 2** 10. USB 2.0 ports 7 and 8 5. PS/2 keyboard port 11. USB 3.0 ports 1 and 2 6. USB 2.0 ports 1, 2, 3, and 4 12. Audio I/O ports** *and **: Refer to the tables on the next page for LAN port and audio port definitions. ASUS ESC700 G2 3-17...

  • Page 60: Audio I/O Connections

    • Due to USB 3.0 controller limitation, USB 3.0 devices can only be used under Windows OS environment and after the USB 3.0 driver installation. ® • USB 3.0 devices can only be used as data storage only. • We strongly recommend that you connect USB 3.0 devices to USB 3.0 ports for faster and better performance for your USB 3.0 devices.
  • Page 61 Connect to Stereo Speakers Connect to 2.1 channel Speakers Connect to 4.1 channel Speakers ASUS ESC700 G2 3-19...
  • Page 62 Connect to 5.1 channel Speakers Connect to 7.1 channel Speakers 3-20 Chapter 3: Motherboard information...

  • Page 63: Usb Bios Flashback

    3.5.3 USB BIOS Flashback Download the BIOS Flashback program file from the ASUS service website (www.asus. com). Save the program file to a USB portable disk. Ensure that the USB portable drive is formatted as FAT32. On the rear I/O port, plug the USB disk to USB port 1 with the WHITE interior. (See red...

  • Page 64: Internal Connectors

    3.5.4 Internal connectors Intel X79 Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s connectors (7-pin SATA6G_1/2 [gray]) ® These connectors connect to Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s hard disk drives via Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s signal cables. • 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 [RAID Mode].
  • Page 65 You must install Windows XP Service Pack 3 or later versions before using ® Serial ATA hard disk drives. The Serial ATA RAID feature is available only if you are using Windows XP SP3 or later versions. ® ASUS ESC700 G2 3-23...
  • Page 66 3.0 front panel cable is available from your system chassis, with this USB 3.0 connector, you can have a front panel USB 3.0 solution. You can connect the ASUS front panel USB 3.0 box to this connector to obtain the front panel USB 3.0 solution.
  • Page 67 Never 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, blue) first, and then install the Q-Connector (USB) to the USB connector onboard if your chassis supports front panel USB ports.
  • Page 68 IEEE 1394a port connector (10-1 pin IE1394_2) This connector is for an IEEE 1394a port. Connect the IEEE 1394a module cable to this connector, then install the module to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis. Never connect a USB cable to the IEEE 1394a connector. Doing so will damage the motherboard! The IEEE 1394a module is purchased separately.
  • Page 69 The CPU_FAN connector supports the CPU fan of maximum 2A (24 W) fan power. • If you install two VGA cards, we recommend that you plug the rear chassis fan cable to the motherboard connector labeled CHA_FAN1, CHA_FAN2, CHA_FAN3 for better thermal environment. ASUS ESC700 G2 3-27...
  • Page 70 Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP) This connector is for a chassis-mounted front panel audio I/O module that supports either HD Audio or legacy AC`97 audio standard. Connect one end of the front panel audio I/O module cable to this connector. •...
  • Page 71 This connector supports a Trusted Platform Module (TPM) system, which can securely store keys, digital certificates, passwords, and data. A TPM system also helps enhance network security, protects digital identities, and ensures platform integrity. This connector can also serve for G.P. Diagnosis card installation. ASUS ESC700 G2 3-29...
  • Page 72 • If you are uncertain about the minimum power supply requirement for your system, refer to the Recommended Power Supply Wattage Calculator at http://support.asus.com/PowerSupplyCalculator/PSCalculator. aspx?SLanguage=en-us for details. • 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.
  • Page 73 EZ Plug connector (4-pin EZ_PLUG) This 4-pin connector is for HDD power supply plug. When using 3 or more graphic cards, more power may be needed, Use this connector to enhance power by 12V. ASUS ESC700 G2 3-31...
  • Page 74 System panel connector (20-8 pin PANEL) This connector supports several chassis-mounted functions. • System power LED (2-pin PLED) This 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 75 Chapter 4 This chapter tells how to change system settings through the BIOS Setup menus and describes the BIOS parameters.

  • Page 76: Knowing Bios

    Chapter 3: BIOS setup Knowing BIOS The new ASUS UEFI BIOS is an Extensible Firmware Interface that complies with UEFI architecture, offering a user-friendly interface that goes beyond traditional keyboard-only BIOS controls to enable more flexible and convenient mouse input. Users can easily navigate the new UEFI BIOS with the same smoothness as their operating system.

  • Page 77: Ez Mode

    • The boot device options vary depending on the devices you installed to the system. The Boot Menu(F8) button is available only when the boot device is • installed to the system. ASUS ESC700 G2...

  • Page 78: 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 sections for the detailed configurations. To access the EZ Mode, click Exit, then select ASUS EZ Mode. Menu items Menu bar...

  • Page 79: Menu Items

    You cannot select an item that is not user-configurable. A configurable field is highlighted when selected. To change the value of a field, select it and press <Enter> to display a list of options. ASUS ESC700 G2...

  • Page 80: 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. UEFI BIOS Utility - Advanced Mode Exit Main...

  • Page 81: 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 ESC700 G2...

  • Page 82: 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 83 The values range from 80.0MHz to 300.0MHz. CPU Strap [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [100MHz] [125MHz] [166MHz] [250MHz] ClockGen Full Reset [Enabled] [Enabled] Enabled for better overclocking. [Disabled] To skip system shutdown at BCLK frequency adjustment. ASUS ESC700 G2...
  • Page 84 Turbo Ratio [Auto] Allows you to manually adjust the Turbo CPU ratio. [Auto] All Turbo ratio are set by Intel CPU default settings [By ALL Cores (Can Adjust in OS)] All numbers of active cores will be set to one single Turbo ratio in OS [By Per Core (Cannot Adjust in OS)] All numbers of active cores can be set to an individual Turbo ratio in BIOS.

  • Page 85: Dram Timing Control

    <-> keys to adjust the value. To restore the default setting, type [auto] using the keyboard and press the <Enter> key. Changing the values in this menu may cause the system to become unstable! If this happens, revert to the default settings. Scroll down to display the following items: ASUS ESC700 G2 4-11...
  • Page 86 Scroll down to display the following items: Scroll down to display the following items: 4-12 Chapter 4: BIOS setup...
  • Page 87 Use the <+> and <-> keys to adjust the value. The values range from 48 to 511 with 1 interval. DRAM WRITE Recovery Time [Auto] Use the <+> and <-> keys to adjust the value. The values range from 5 to 31 with 1 interval. ASUS ESC700 G2 4-13...
  • Page 88 DRAM READ to PRE Time [Auto] Use the <+> and <-> keys to adjust the value. The values range from 4 to 15 with 1 interval. DRAM FOUR ACT WIN Time [Auto] Use the <+> and <-> keys to adjust the value. The values range from 16 to 63 with 1 interval. DRAM WRITE to READ Delay [Auto] Use the <+>...
  • Page 89 Clock] [Delay 5 Clock] [Delay 6 Clock] [Delay 7 Clock] [Delay 8 Clock] [Delay 9 Clock] [Delay 10 Clock] [Delay 11 Clock] [Delay 12 Clock] [Delay 13 Clock] [Delay 14 Clock] DRAM RTL (CHA D1 R1) [Auto] ASUS ESC700 G2 4-15...
  • Page 90 Configuration options: [Auto] [Advance 14 Clock] [Advance 12 Clock] [Advance 10 Clock] [Advance 8 Clock] [Advance 6 Clock] [Advance 4 Clock] [Advance 2 Clock] [Normal] [Delay 2 Clock] [Delay 4 Clock] [Delay 6 Clock] [Delay 8 Clock] [Delay 10 Clock] [Delay 12 Clock] [Delay 14 Clock] DRAM IOL (CHA D1 R1) [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [Advance 14 Clock] [Advance 13 Clock] [Advance 12 Clock]...
  • Page 91 Configuration options: [Auto] [Advance 14 Clock] [Advance 12 Clock] [Advance 10 Clock] [Advance 8 Clock] [Advance 6 Clock] [Advance 4 Clock] [Advance 2 Clock] [Normal] [Delay 2 Clock] [Delay 4 Clock] [Delay 6 Clock] [Delay 8 Clock] [Delay 10 Clock] [Delay 12 Clock] [Delay 14 Clock] ASUS ESC700 G2 4-17...
  • Page 92 DRAM IOL (CHC D0 R1) [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [Advance 14 Clock] [Advance 13 Clock] [Advance 12 Clock] [Advance 11 Clock] [Advance 10 Clock] [Advance 9 Clock] [Advance 8 Clock] [Advance 7 Clock] [Advance 6 Clock] [Advance 5 Clock] [Advance 4 Clock] [Advance 3 Clock] [Advance 2 Clock] [Advance 1 Clock] [Normal] [Delay 1 Clock] [Delay 2 Clock] [Delay 3 Clock] [Delay 4 Clock] [Delay 5 Clock] [Delay 6 Clock] [Delay 7 Clock] [Delay 8 Clock] [Delay 9 Clock] [Delay 10 Clock] [Delay 11 Clock] [Delay 12 Clock] [Delay 13 Clock] [Delay 14 Clock]...
  • Page 93 Configuration options: [Auto] [Advance 14 Clock] [Advance 12 Clock] [Advance 10 Clock] [Advance 8 Clock] [Advance 6 Clock] [Advance 4 Clock] [Advance 2 Clock] [Normal] [Delay 2 Clock] [Delay 4 Clock] [Delay 6 Clock] [Delay 8 Clock] [Delay 10 Clock] [Delay 12 Clock] [Delay 14 Clock] ASUS ESC700 G2 4-19...
  • Page 94 DRAM IOL (CHD D1 R1) [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [Advance 14 Clock] [Advance 13 Clock] [Advance 12 Clock] [Advance 11 Clock] [Advance 10 Clock] [Advance 9 Clock] [Advance 8 Clock] [Advance 7 Clock] [Advance 6 Clock] [Advance 5 Clock] [Advance 4 Clock] [Advance 3 Clock] [Advance 2 Clock] [Advance 1 Clock] [Normal] [Delay 1 Clock] [Delay 2 Clock] [Delay 3 Clock] [Delay 4 Clock] [Delay 5 Clock] [Delay 6 Clock] [Delay 7 Clock] [Delay 8 Clock] [Delay 9 Clock] [Delay 10 Clock] [Delay 11 Clock] [Delay 12 Clock] [Delay 13 Clock] [Delay 14 Clock]...

  • Page 95: Digi+ Power Control

    DRAM-CD Current Capability 100% F2: Previous Values F3: Shortcut DRAM-CD Voltage Frequency Auto F5: Optimized Defaults F6: ASUS Ratio Boost DRAM-CD Power Phase Control Optimized F10: Save ESC: Exit F12: Print Screen Version 2.10.1208. Copyright (C) 2011 American Megatrends, Inc.
  • Page 96 CPU VCORE Boot Up Voltage [Auto] This adjusts the voltage for CPU at initial boot up. Set to higher values for better overclocking results. Use the <+> and <-> keys to adjust the value. The values range from 0.800 to 1.700 with 0.005 interval.
  • Page 97 O.C range or a lower DRAM frequency for better system stability. Configuration options: [Auto] [Manual] DRAM-AB Power Phase control [Auto] [Auto] Proceeds preset phase tuning profile. [Optimized] Allows you to set ASUS optimized phase tuning profile. [Extreme] Allows you to set the Full phase mode. ASUS ESC700 G2 4-23...
  • Page 98 O.C range or a lower DRAM frequency for better system stability. Configuration options: [Auto] [manual] DRAM-CD Power Phase control [Auto] [Auto] Proceeds preset phase tuning profile. [Optimized] Allows you to set ASUS optimized phase tuning profile. [Extreme] Allows you to set the Full phase mode. 4-24 Chapter 4: BIOS setup...

  • Page 99: Cpu Performance Settings

    ® Enhanced Intel SpeedStep Technology allows the system operation system to dynamically ® adjust processor voltage and cores frequency, which can result in decreased average power consumption and decreased average heat production. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] ASUS ESC700 G2 4-25...
  • Page 100 1.25 times Power Limit 1. Intel recommends that the platform must be capable of supporting over Power Limit 2 for up to 10 msec. ASUS board can support over Power Limit 2 for a long duration. Use the <+> and <-> keys to adjust the value.
  • Page 101 CPU permanently. We recommend you install the DIMMs with the voltage requirement below 1.65V. CPU 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 interval. ASUS ESC700 G2 4-27...
  • Page 102 VTTCPU Voltage [Auto] Allows you to set the VTTCPU voltage. The values range from 1.05V to 1.70V with a 0.00625V interval. PCH 1.1v Voltage [Auto] Allows you to set the 1.1v Platform Controller Hub voltage. The values range from 1.10V to 1.70V with a 0.00625V interval.
  • Page 103 DRAM overclocking ability. CPU Spread Spectrum [Auto] Setting to [Disabled] enhances the BCLK overclocking ability. Configuration options: [Auto] [Disabled] [Enabled] PCIE Spread Spectrum [Auto] Setting to [Disabled] enhances the PCIE overclocking ability. Configuration options: [Auto] [Disabled] [Enabled] ASUS ESC700 G2 4-29...

  • Page 104: Advanced Menu

    Enter: Select +/-: Change Opt. F1: General Help F2: Previous Values F3: Shortcut F5: Optimized Defaults F6: ASUS Ratio Boost F10: Save ESC: Exit F12: Print Screen Version 2.10.1208. Copyright (C) 2011 American Megatrends, Inc. 4-30 Chapter 4: BIOS setup...

  • Page 105: Cpu Configuration

    Limit CPUID Maximum Disabled F2: Previous Values F3: Shortcut Execute Disable Bit Enabled F5: Optimized Defaults F6: ASUS Ratio Boost Intel Virtualization Technology Enabled F10: Save ESC: Exit F12: Print Screen > CPU Power Management Configuration Version 2.10.1208. Copyright (C) 2011 American Megatrends, Inc.

  • Page 106: Cpu Power Management Configuration

    Active Processor Cores [All] Allows you to choose the number of CPU cores to activate in each processor package. Configuration options: [All] [1] [2] [3] [4] [5] [6] [7] Limit CPUID Maximum [Disabled] [Enabled] Allows legacy operating systems to boot even without support for CPUs with extended CPUID functions.

  • Page 107: System Agent Configuration

    GEN3 Intel (R) VT-d [Disabled] Allows you to enable or disable the Intel(R) VT-d function. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] PCIEX16_1/2 Link speed [GEN3] Allows you to select the target link speed. Configuration options: [GEN1] [GEN2] [GEN3] ASUS ESC700 G2 4-33...

  • Page 108: Pch Configuration

    +/-: Change Opt. Hot Plug Disabled F1: General Help F2: Previous Values SATA 3G_6 (Blue) Not Present F3: Shortcut Hot Plug Disabled F5: Optimized Defaults F6: ASUS Ratio Boost F10: Save ESC: Exit F12: Print Screen 4-34 Chapter 4: BIOS setup...
  • Page 109 Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]. SATA3G_4 (Blue) Hot Plug [Disabled] This item appears only when you set the previous item to [AHCI Mode] and [RAID mode]. It allows users to enable/disable SATA Hot Plug Support. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]. ASUS ESC700 G2 4-35...
  • Page 110 SATA3G_5 (Blue) Hot Plug [Disabled] This item appears only when you set the previous item to [AHCI Mode] and [RAID mode]. It allows users to enable/disable SATA Hot Plug Support. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]. SATA3G_6 (Blue) Hot Plug [Disabled] This item appear only when you set the previous item to [AHCI Mode]. It’s allow user to enabled/disabled SATA Hot Plug Support.

  • Page 111: Usb Configuration

    [Disabled] Disables the function. [Enabled] Enables the support for USB 3.0 devices on legacy operating systems (OS). EHCI Hand-off [Disabled] [Disabled] Disables the function. [Enabled] Enables the support for operating systems without an EHCI hand-off feature. ASUS ESC700 G2 4-37...

  • Page 112: Onboard Devices Configuraton

    Asmedia USB 3.0 Controller Enabled F1: General Help F2: Previous Values F3: Shortcut F5: Optimized Defaults F6: ASUS Ratio Boost F10: Save ESC: Exit > Serial Port Configuration F12: Print Screen Version 2.10.1208. Copyright (C) 2011 American Megatrends, Inc. Azalia HD Audio [Enabled] [Disabled] Disables the controller.
  • Page 113 Configuration options: [IO=3F8h; IRQ=4] [IO=2F8h; IRQ=3] [IO=3E8h; IRQ=4] [IO=2E8h; IRQ=3] Back Advanced\ Onboard Devices Configuration\ Serial Port Configuration > Serial Port Configuration Select an optimal setting for Super IO device. Serial Port Enabled Change Settings IO=3F8h; IRQ=4 ASUS ESC700 G2 4-39...

  • Page 114: Apm

    4.5.8 UEFI BIOS Utility - Advanced Mode Exit Ai Tweaker Main Advanced Monitor Boot Tool Back Advanced\ APM > Restore AC Power Loss Power Off Specify what state to go to when power is re-applied after a power Power On By Keyboard Disabled failure (G3 state).

  • Page 115: Monitor Menu

    Chassis 1 Q-Fan Control Enabled F3: Shortcut F5: Optimized Defaults Chassis 1 Fan Speed Low Limit 600 RPM F6: ASUS Ratio Boost F10: Save ESC: Exit Chassis 1 Fan Profile Standard F12: Print Screen Version 2.10.1208. Copyright (C) 2011 American Megatrends, Inc.
  • Page 116 CPU Fan Speed [xxxx RPM] or [Ignore] / [N/A] CPU OPT Speed [xxxx RPM] or [Ignore] / [N/A] Chassis Fan 1/2/3/4 Speed [xxxx RPM] or [Ignore] / [N/A] The onboard hardware monitor automatically detects and displays the CPU, CPU OPT, and chassis fan speed in rotations per minute (RPM).
  • Page 117 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. Anti Surge Support [Enabled] This item allows you to enable or disable the Anti Surge function. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] ASUS ESC700 G2 4-43...

  • Page 118: Boot Menu

    Full Screen Logo [Enabled] [Enabled] Enables the full screen logo display feature. [Disabled] Disables the full screen logo display feature. Set this item to [Enabled] to use the ASUS MyLogo 2™ feature. Wait For ‘F1’ If Error [Enabled] [Disabled] Disables this function. [Enabled] The system waits for the <F1>...

  • Page 119: Tools Menu

    Select [Disabled] to disallow this function. • To select the boot device during system startup, press <F8> when ASUS Logo appears. •...

  • Page 120: Asus Ez Flash 2 Utility

    4.8.1 ASUS EZ Flash 2 Utility Allows you to run ASUS EZ Flash 2 Utility to update BIOS. 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 121: Asus O.c. Profile

    Main Ai Tweaker Advanced Monitor Boot Tool Back Tool\ ASUS O.C. Profile > O.C. Profile Configuration Inputs the label of setup profile Setup Profile1 Status : Not Installed Setup Profile2 Status : Not Installed Setup Profile3 Status : Not Installed...

  • Page 122: Exit Menu

    Load Optimized Defaults Save Changes & Reset Discard Changes & Exit ASUS EZ Mode Launch UEFI Shell from filesystem device Load Optimized Defaults This option allows you to load the default values for each of the parameters on the Setup menus.

  • Page 123: 4.10 Updating Bios

    ASUS Update or BIOS Updater utilities. 4.10.1 ASUS Update utility The ASUS Update is a utility that allows you to manage, save, and update the motherboard BIOS in Windows environment. The ASUS Update utility allows you to: ®...
  • Page 124 To update the BIOS through the Internet: From the ASUS Update screen, select Update BIOS from Internet, and then click Next. Select the ASUS FTP site nearest you to avoid network traffic. If you want to enable the BIOS downgradable function and auto...
  • Page 125 The screenshots in this section are for reference only. The actual BIOS information vary by models. • Refer to the software manual in the support DVD or visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for detailed software configuration. ASUS ESC700 G2...

  • Page 126: Asus Ez Flash 2 Utility

    4.10.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility The ASUS EZ Flash 2 feature allows you to update the BIOS without having to use a bootable floppy disk or an OS-based utility. Before you start using this utility, download the latest BIOS from the ASUS website at www.asus.com.

  • Page 127: Asus Crashfree Bios 3 Utility

    4.10.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility The ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility is an auto recovery tool that allows you to restore the BIOS file when it fails or gets corrupted 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.

  • Page 128: Asus Bios Updater

    4.10.4 ASUS BIOS Updater The ASUS BIOS Updater allows you to update BIOS in DOS environment. This utility also allows you to copy the current BIOS file that you can use as a backup when the BIOS fails or gets corrupted during the updating process.
  • Page 129 ASUSTek BIOS Updater for DOS V1.18 [2011/04/29] Current ROM Update ROM BOARD: P9X79-WS-SYS BOARD: Unknown VER: 0220 VER: Unknown DATE: 08/09/2011 DATE: Unknown PATH: BIOS backup is done! Press any key to continue. Note Saving BIOS: ASUS ESC700 G2 4-55...
  • Page 130 Updating the BIOS file To update the BIOS file using BIOS Updater At the FreeDOS prompt, type bupdater /pc /g and press <Enter>. D:\>bupdater /pc /g The BIOS Updater screen appears as below. ASUSTek BIOS Updater for DOS V1.18 [2011/04/29] Current ROM Update ROM BOARD: P9X79-WS-SYS BOARD:...
  • Page 131 Chapter 5 This chapter provides information on how to configure your hard disk drives as RAID sets. ASUS ESC700 G2...

  • Page 132: Chapter 5: Raid Configuration

    5.1 RAID configurations The motherboard supports the following SATA RAID solution: Intel Rapid Storage Technology Enterprise with RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 10 and • ® RAID 5 support. • You must install Windows XP Service Pack 3 or later versions before using ®...

  • Page 133: Installing Serial Ata Hard Disks

    RAID Volumes: None defined. Physical Devices: Port Device Model Serial # Size Type/Status(Vol ID) ST3160812AS 9LS0HJA4 149.0GB Non-RAID Disk ST3160812AS 9LS0F4HL 149.0GB Non-RAID Disk ST3160812AS 3LS0JYL8 149.0GB Non-RAID Disk ST3160812AS 9LS0BJ5H 149.0GB Non-RAID Disk [↑↓]-Select [ESC]-Exit [ENTER]-Select Menu ASUS ESC700 G2...

  • Page 134: Creating A Raid Set

    The navigation keys at the bottom of the screen allow you to move through the menus and select the menu options. The RAID 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.
  • Page 135 WARNING: ALL DATA ON SELECTED DISKS WILL BE LOST. Are you sure you want to create this volume? (Y/N): Press <Y> to create the RAID volume and return to the main menu, or <N> to go back to the CREATE VOLUME menu. ASUS ESC700 G2...

  • Page 136: Deleting A Raid Set

    Deleting a RAID set Take caution when deleting a RAID set. You will lose all data on the hard disk drives when you delete a RAID set. To delete a RAID set: From the utility main menu, select 2. Delete RAID Volume and press <Enter>. The following screen appears: Intel(R) Rapid Storage Technology - Option ROM - v3.0.0.1184 Copyright(C) 2003-11 Intel Corporation.
  • Page 137 Chapter 6 This chapter provides information on how to install the drivers for system components. This chapter also describes the software applications that the barebone workstation supports. ASUS ESC700 G2...

  • Page 138: Chapter 6: Driver Installation

    Creating a RAID driver disk A floppy disk with the RAID driver is required when installing a Windows operating system ® on a hard disk drive that is included in a RAID set. The motherboard does not provide a floppy drive connector. You have • to use a USB floppy disk drive when creating a SATA RAID driver disk. •...

  • Page 139: Installing The Raid Driver During Windows ® Os Installation

    Follow the succeeding screen instructions to complete the installation. Before loading 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. ASUS ESC700 G2...

  • Page 140: Using A Usb Floppy Disk Drive

    6.1.4 Using a USB floppy disk drive Due to OS limitation, Windows XP may not recognize the USB floppy disk drive when you ® install the RAID driver from a floppy disk during the OS installation. To solve this issue, add the USB floppy disk drive’s Vendor ID (VID) and Product ID (PID) to the floppy disk containing the RAID driver.
  • Page 141 Type the following line to the bottom of the two sections: id = “USB\VID_xxxx&PID_xxxx”, “usbstor” [HardwareIds.scsi.iaAHCI_DesktopWorkstationServer] id= “PCI\VEN_8086&DEV_1C02&CC_0106”,”iaStor” id= “USB\VID_03EE&PID_6901”, “usbstor” [HardwareIds.scsi.iaStor_DesktopWorkstationServer] id= “PCI\VEN_8086&DEV_2822&CC_0104”,”iaStor” id= “USB\VID_03EE&PID_6901”, “usbstor” Add the same line to both sections. The VID and PID vary with different vendors. Save and exit the file. ASUS ESC700 G2...

  • Page 142: Support Dvd Information

    The contents of the support DVD are subject to change at any time without notice. Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for updates. 6.2.1 Running the support DVD Place the support DVD into the optical drive.

  • Page 143: Obtaining The Software Manuals

    Adobe Acrobat Reader from the Utilities menu before opening the files. ® ® Click the Manual tab. Click ASUS Motherboard Utility Guide from the manual list on the left. The Manual folder of the support DVD appears. Double-click the folder of your selected software.

  • Page 144: Software Information

    6.3.1 AI Suite II AI Suite II is an all-in-one interface that integrates several ASUS utilities and allows users to launch and operate these utilities simultaneously. Installing AI Suite II To install AI Suite II on your computer Place the support DVD to the optical drive.

  • Page 145: Turbov Evo

    After installing AI Suite II from the motherboard support DVD, launch TurboV EVO by clicking Tool > TurboV EVO on the AI Suite II main menu bar. Refer to the software manual in the support DVD or visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for detailed software configuration.
  • Page 146 Using Advanced Mode Click on the Advanced Mode tab to adjust the advanced voltage settings. Advanced mode Voltage Target values Adjustment bars Undoes all changes Current values without applying Click to Applies all changes restore all immediately start-up settings CPU Ratio Allows you to manually adjust the CPU ratio.

  • Page 147: Auto Tuning

    Every CPU Strap support is subject to the physical characteristics of individual CPUs. Auto Tuning ASUS TurboV EVO includes two auto tuning modes, providing the most flexible auto-tuning options. • The overclocking result varies with the CPU model and the system configuration.
  • Page 148 TurboV automatically overclocks the CPU, saves BIOS settings and restarts the system. After re-entering Windows, a message appears indicating auto tuning success. Click OK to exit. Using Extreme Tuning Click the Auto Tuning tab and then click Extreme. Read through the warning messages and click OK to start auto-overclocking.

  • Page 149: Digi+ Power Control

    Reduce phase number under light system loading to increase VRM efficiency. CPU Power Duty Control CPU Power Duty Control adjusts the current of every VRM phase and the thermal of every phase component. ASUS ESC700 G2 6-13...
  • Page 150 OC Range. DRAM Power Phase Control Select Extreme for full phase mode to increase system performance or select Optimized for ASUS optimized phase tuning profile to increase DRAM power efficiency. • The actual performance boost may vary depending on your CPU specification.

  • Page 151: Epu

    Select From the Last Reset to show the total CO2 that has been reduced *• since you click the Clear button • Refer to the software manual in the support DVD or visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for detailed software configuration. ASUS ESC700 G2 6-15...

  • Page 152: Fan Xpert

    Turbo: maximizes the fan speed for the best cooling effect. • User: Allows you to configure the CPU fan profile under certain limitations. • Refer to the software manual in the support DVD or visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for detailed software configuration. 6-16 Chapter 6: Driver installation...

  • Page 153: Probe Ii

    Loads Applies your Loads the your saved changes default threshold configuration values for each sensor Refer to the software manual in the support DVD or visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for detailed software configuration. ASUS ESC700 G2 6-17...

  • Page 154: Sensor Recorder

    6.3.7 Sensor Recorder Sensor Recorder monitors the changes in the system voltage, temperature, and fan speed on a timeline. The History Record function allows you to designate specific time spans on record to keep track of the three system statuses for certain purposes. Launching Sensor Recorder After installing AI Suite II from the motherboard support DVD, launch Sensor Recorder by clicking Tool >...

  • Page 155: Usb 3.0 Boost

    6.3.8 USB 3.0 Boost The ASUS exclusive USB 3.0 Boost provides speed boost for USB 3.0 devices and the up-to-date support of USB Attached SCSI Protocol (UASP). With USB 3.0 Boost, you can accelerate the transfer speed of your USB 3.0 devices with ease.

  • Page 156: Asus Update

    6.3.9 ASUS Update ASUS Update lays out the options for updating BIOS on your system. Update BIOS utility on your system or simply save the utility for later use just by following the directions on this convenient updating feature. Launching ASUS Update After installing AI Suite II from the motherboard support DVD, launch ASUS Update by clicking Update>...

  • Page 157: Mylogo2

    Select the way you would like to do update your boot logo. Then click Next and follow the given instructions. Change the BIOS boot logo of my motherboard Under Current BIOS, click Browse and choose the desired image for your boot logo. Then click on Next. ASUS ESC700 G2 6-21...
  • Page 158 Click on Auto Tune to adjust image size compatibility or adjust the resolution bar. You can click on Booting Preview to preview the boot image. Then click Next. Click on Flash to start updating the image to the boot logo. Click on Yes to reboot or you can also see the new logo next time you restart your computer.

  • Page 159: Audio Configurations

    B. Realtek HD Audio Manager for Windows XP Exit button Configuration Minimize options button Control settings window Information button Refer to the software manual in the support DVD or visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for detailed software configuration. ASUS ESC700 G2 6-23...

  • Page 160: System Recovery

    Enabled] and press <Enter>. Wait when the Windows is loading files message appears. After the system reboots, an ASUS Preload window appears. Press Next to continue. Select Recover Windows to first partition only. This option deletes only the first partition, allows you to keep other partitions, and creates a new system partition as drive “C”.
  • Page 161 Follow the onscreen ® instructions to complete the process, and then restart the computer. This Recovery DVD is for ASUS Workstation only. DO NOT use it on other computers. Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for updates. ASUS ESC700 G2...
  • Page 162 6-26 Chapter 6: Driver installation...
  • Page 163 Appendix This section provides a troubleshooting guide for solving common problems when using the barebone workstation. ASUS ESC700 G2...

  • Page 164: Appendix: Reference Information

    A.1 Simple fixes Some problems that you may encounter are not due to defects on the system or the components. These problems only requires simple troubleshooting actions that you can perform by yourself. Problem Action The power LED on the workstation or 1.

  • Page 165: Asus Contact Information

    ASUS contact information ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. Address 15 Li-Te Road, Peitou, Taipei, Taiwan 11259 Telephone +886-2-2894-3447 +886-2-2894-7798 E-mail info@asus.com.tw Web site http://www.asus.com Technical Support Telephone +86-21-58660909 Online Support http://support.asus.com/techserv/techserv.aspx ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. (Taiwan) Address 15 Li-Te Road, Peitou, Taipei, Taiwan 11259...

  • Page 166: Technical Support

    800 Corporate Way, Fremont, CA 94539, USA +1-510-608-4555 Web site http://usa.asus.com Technical Support Support Fax +1-812-284-0883 General Support +1-812-282-2787 Online support http://support.asus.com/techserv/techserv.aspx ASUS COMPUTER GmbH (Germany and Austria) Address Harkort Str. 21-23, 40880 Ratingen, Deutschland +49-2102-959911 Web site http://www.asus.de Online contact http://www.asus.de/sales Technical Support Telephone +49-1805-010923*...

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