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  • Page 1 X99-WS/ IPMI...
  • Page 2 Product warranty or service will not be extended if: (1) the product is repaired, modified or altered, unless such repair, modification of alteration is authorized in writing by ASUS; or (2) the serial number of the product is defaced or missing.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents Safety information ..................... vii About this guide ....................... viii X99-WS/IPMI specifications summary............... x Package contents ..................... xiv Installation tools and components ................xv Chapter 1: Product Introduction Special features..................1-1 1.1.1 Product highlights................ 1-1 1.1.2 Other special features ..............1-2 Motherboard overview ................
  • Page 4 3.6.9 Network Stack Configuration............. 3-44 Monitor menu ................... 3-45 Boot menu ....................3-47 Tool menu ....................3-53 3.9.1 ASUS EZ Flash 2 Utility ............3-53 3.9.2 ASUS O.C. Profile ..............3-54 3.9.3 ASUS SPD Information ............. 3-55 3.10 Exit menu ....................3-56 3.11...
  • Page 5 Software information ................. 4-4 ASUS Utilities ..................... 4-4 4.4.1 Ai Charger+ ................. 4-6 4.4.2 USB Charger+ ................4-7 4.4.3 ASUS Dr. Power Utility..............4-8 Audio configurations ................4-10 Chapter 5: RAID support RAID configurations .................. 5-1 5.1.1 RAID definitions ................5-1 5.1.2...

  • Page 6: Safety Information

    Safety information Electrical safety • To prevent electrical shock hazard, disconnect the power cable from the electrical outlet before relocating the system. • When adding or removing devices to or from the system, ensure that the power cables for the devices are unplugged before the signal cables are connected. If possible, disconnect all power cables from the existing system before you add a device.

  • Page 7: About This Guide

    Refer to the following sources for additional information and for product and software updates. ASUS website The ASUS website (www.asus.com) provides updated information on ASUS hardware and software products. Optional documentation Your product package may include optional documentation, such as warranty flyers, that may have been added by your dealer.

  • Page 8: Conventions Used In This Guide

    Conventions used in this guide To ensure that you perform certain tasks properly, take note of the following symbols used throughout this manual. DANGER/WARNING: Information to prevent injury to yourself when trying to complete a task. CAUTION: Information to prevent damage to the components when trying to complete a task IMPORTANT: Instructions that you MUST follow to complete a task.

  • Page 9: X99-Ws/Ipmi Specifications Summary

    Extreme Memory Profile (XMP) ® * Hyper DIMM support is subject to the physical characteristics of individual CPUs. Refer to www.asus.com for the memory QVL (Qualified Vendors Lists). 40-LANE CPU 5 x PCI Express 3.0/2.0 x16 slots (single at x16, dual at x16/x16,...
  • Page 10 X99-WS/IPMI specifications summary - Audio amplifier to enhance the highest quality sound for headphone and speakers - High quality 109 dB SNR stereo playback output (Line-out at back) and 104 dB SNR recording input (Line-in) support - Absolute Pitch 192khz/24bit True BD Lossless Sound...

  • Page 11: Special Features

    ASUS Exclusive Q-Design Features - ASUS Q-Code - ASUS Q-Shield - ASUS Q-LED (CPU, DRAM, VGA, Boot Device LED) - ASUS Q-Slot - ASUS Q-DIMM 1 x BIOS Flashback button 1 x Q-Code Logger button 4 x USB 3.0/2.0 ports (blue) 2 x USB 2.0 ports (1 port supports USB BIOS Flashback, 1 port...
  • Page 12 1 x SMBus headers 128 Mb Flash ROM, UEFI AMI BIOS, PnP, DMI 2.7, WfM 2.0, SM BIOS 2.7, ACPI 5.0, Multi-language BIOS, ASUS EZ Flash 2, CrashFree BIOS 3, F11 EZ Tuning Wizard, F3 My Favorites, Quick BIOS features...

  • Page 13: Package Contents

    10 x Serial ATA 6 Gb/s cables ASUS X99-WS/IPMI motherboard 1 x 3-WAY SLI bridge connector 1 x ASUS Q-Shield 1 x USB 2.0 module 1 x ASUS SLI™ bridge connector COM port bracket Support DVD User Guide • If any of the above items is damaged or missing, contact your retailer.

  • Page 14: Installation Tools And Components

    Installation tools and components Intel ® LGA2011-v3 CPU Intel LGA2011-v3 compatible CPU Fan ® Philips (cross) screwdriver SATA hard disk drive PC chassis DIMM 1 bag of screws Power supply unit SATA optical disc drive (optional) Graphics card The tools and components in the table above are not included in the motherboard package.

  • Page 15: Chapter 1: Product Introduction

    This motherboard features the M.2 slot, which shares bandwidth with PCI Express 2.0 x2 slot to speed up data transfer up to 10 Gb/s. This helps enhance the performance of your SSD (Solid State Drive) that is dedicated only to the operating system. * Supports PCIe/SATA mode. ASUS X99-WS/IPMI...

  • Page 16: Other Special Features

    Complete USB 3.0 integration This motherboard offers you the strategic USB 3.0 accessibility for both the front and rear panels, allowing you to experience the convenience of the latest plug and play connectivity solution at speed up to ten times faster than USB 2.0. 1.1.2 Other special features DTS Connect...

  • Page 17: Motherboard Overview

    Before you install or remove any component, ensure that the ATX power supply is switched off or the power cord is detached from the power supply. Failure to do so may cause severe damage to the motherboard, peripherals, or components. ASUS X99-WS/IPMI...

  • Page 18: Motherboard Layout

    1.2.2 Motherboard layout Refer to 1.2.9 Internal connectors and 2.4.1 Rear I/O connection for more information about rear panel connectors and internal connectors. Chapter 1: Product introduction...

  • Page 19: Layout Contents

    1-30 33. Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP) 1-33 34. Digital audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT) 1-30 35. M.2 Socket 3 connector 1-40 36. VGA connector (VGA_HDR1) 1-32 37. LGA2011-v3 CPU socket (Continued on the next page) ASUS X99-WS/IPMI...

  • Page 20: Central Processing Unit (Cpu)

    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.

  • Page 21: System Memory

    The motherboard comes with eight DDR 4 (Double Data Rate 4) Quad 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 X99-WS/IPMI...

  • Page 22: Memory Configurations

    • Hyper DIMM support is subject to the physical characteristics of individual CPUs. Load the X.M.P. or D.O.C.P. settings in the BIOS for the hyper DIMM support. • Visit the ASUS website for the latest QVL. Chapter 1: Product introduction...

  • Page 23: Expansion Slots

    PCIe 3.0/2.0 x16_2 slot PCIe 3.0/2.0 x16_3 slot PCIe 3.0/2.0 x16_3 slot PCIe 3.0/2.0 x16_4 slot PCIe 3.0/2.0 x16_4 slot* PCIe 3.0/2.0 x16_5 slot PCIe 3.0/2.0 x16_5 slot *This slot may not work if a 28-LANE CPU is installed. ASUS X99-WS/IPMI...
  • Page 24 40-LANE CPU VGA configuration 40-LANE CPU PCI Express 3.0 operating mode PCIe 3.0/2.0 PCIe 3.0/2.0 PCIe 3.0/2.0 PCIe 3.0/2.0 PCIe 3.0/2.0 configuration x16_1 x16_2 x16_3 x16_4 x16_5 Single VGA/PCIe card Dual VGA/PCIe cards Triple VGA/PCIe cards Quintuple VGA/ PCIe cards 28-LANE CPU VGA configuration 28-LANE CPU PCI Express 3.0 operating mode...
  • Page 25 – – – – – ® HD Audio – – – – – – shared – ASMedia Controller – – shared – – – – – (1042AE) AST2400 VGA shared – – – – – – – ASUS X99-WS/IPMI 1-11...

  • Page 26: Onboard Buttons And Switches

    1.2.6 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 27 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 X99-WS/IPMI 1-13...
  • Page 28 TPU switch With its two-level adjustment functions, the TPU allows you to automatically adjusts the CPU ratio and clock speed for an optimal system performance. • Enable this switch when the system is powered off. • When the TPU switch is set to Enabled (TPU_I: CPU Ratio Boost), the system automatically adjusts the CPU ratio for an enhanced performance.
  • Page 29 • You may change the EPU settings in BIOS setup program and enable the EPU function at the same time. However, the system will use the last setting you have made. ASUS X99-WS/IPMI 1-15...
  • Page 30 Dr. Power switch (DR_POWER) This switch allows you to enable or disable the ASUS Dr. Power feature. Install the bundled ASUS Dr. Power Utility then enable this switch to allow the system to display notification messages in your Windows screen if a problem is detected with your Power Supply Unit (PSU).
  • Page 31 Enable this switch to overclock the installed DIMMs, allowing you to enhance the DIMM’s speed and performance. The EZ XMP LED (XLED1) lights up when you enable the EZ XMP switch. the location of the EZ XMP LED, refer to section 1.2.8 Onboard LEDs. ASUS X99-WS/IPMI 1-17...

  • Page 32: Jumpers

    1.2.7 Jumpers CPU Over Voltage jumper (3-pin CPU_OV) The CPU Over Voltage jumper allows you to set a higher CPU voltage for a flexible overclocking system, depending on the type of the installed CPU. To gain more CPU voltage setting, insert the jumper to pins 2-3. To go back to its default CPU voltage setting, insert the jumper to pins 1-2.
  • Page 33 This jumper allows you to select the connection to BMC or PCH for PCIE 1, PCIE 3, and PCIE 5 SMBUS. DDR4 Thermaltrip setting jumper (3-pin DIMMTRIP1) This jumper allows you to enable or disable DDR4 DIMM thermal sensing event feature. ASUS X99-WS/IPMI 1-19...
  • Page 34 PMBus 1.2 PSU select jumper (3-pin SMART_PSU1) This jumper allows you to select PSU PMBus version. Set to pins 1-2 for PMBus, or set to pins 2-3 for others. VGA controller setting (3-pin VGA_SW1) This jumper allows you to enable o disable the onboard VGA controller. Set to pins 1-2 to activate the VGA feature.
  • Page 35 Baseboard Management Controller jumper (3-pin BMC_EN1) This jumper allows you to enable o disable the Base Management Controller. Set to pins 1-2 to activate the BMC feature. Power supply SMBus connector (PSUSMB1) This connector supplies power for low-speed system management communications. ASUS X99-WS/IPMI 1-21...

  • Page 36: Onboard Leds

    1.2.8 Onboard LEDs Diagnosis LEDs The Diagnosis LEDs provide the status of these key components during POST (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. TPU LED (TPU_LED) The TPU LED lights up when the TPU switch is enabled.
  • Page 37 EPU LED (O2LED3) The EPU LED lights up when the EPU switch is enabled. EZ XMP LED (XLED1) This LED lights up when you enable the EZ XMP switch. ASUS X99-WS/IPMI 1-23...
  • Page 38 This LED near the Dr. Power switch lights up when the Dr. Power switch is enabled. PWR_SUPPLY LED The ASUS Dr. Power LED near the EATX PWR connector lights up when the ASUS Dr. Power switch setting is on and the power supply unit has failed.
  • Page 39 Power LED (+12V_PWR LED) The Power LED near the EATX12V1 connector lights up when you enable the ASUS Dr. Power switch and if there is no power detected on the 8-pin EATX12V connector. Baseboard Management Controller LED (BMC_LED1) The BMC LED lights up when the Baseboard Management Controller jumper is set to enabled.
  • Page 40 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 1: Product introduction 1-26...
  • Page 41 Recovery process started Recovery firmware image is found Recovery firmware image is loaded Reserved for future AMI progress codes F5 – F7 Recovery PPI is not available Recovery capsule is not found (continued on the next page) ASUS X99-WS/IPMI 1-27...
  • Page 42 Code Description Invalid recovery capsule Reserved for future AMI error codes FB – FF DXE Core is started NVRAM initialization Installation of the PCH Runtime Services CPU DXE initialization is started 63 – 67 PCI host bridge initialization System Agent DXE initialization is started System Agent DXE SMM initialization is started System Agent DXE initialization (System Agent module specific) 6B –...
  • Page 43 System is waking up from the S3 sleep state System is waking up from the S4 sleep state System has transitioned into ACPI mode. Interrupt controller is in PIC mode. System has transitioned into ACPI mode. Interrupt controller is in APIC mode. ASUS X99-WS/IPMI 1-29...

  • Page 44: Internal Connectors

    1.2.9 Internal connectors Serial port connector (10-1 pin COM1) This connector is for the serial (COM) port. Connect the serial port module cable to one of these connectors, then install the module to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis.
  • Page 45 DVD. • The SATAEXPRESS_1 connector can support one SATA Express device or two SATA devices. • Due to chipset behavior, the SATA6G_78 and SATA6G_910 ports (black) do not support Intel Rapid Storage Technology and RAID configuration. ® ASUS X99-WS/IPMI 1-31...
  • Page 46 Serial ATA 3.0 Gb/s connectors (SSATA1-4 [black]) These connectors are for the Serial ATA signal cables for Serial ATA hard disk drives that allows up to 3 Gbps of data transfer rate. If you installed Serial ATA hard disk drives, you can use a software RAID solution to create a RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5, or a RAID 10 configuration.
  • Page 47 Front Panel Type item in the BIOS setup to [HD] or [AC97]. System Management Bus (SMBUS) connector (5-1 pin SMBUS1) This connector controls the system and power management-related tasks. This connector processes the messages to and from devices rather than tripping the individual control lines. ASUS X99-WS/IPMI 1-33...
  • Page 48 USB 3.0 connectors (20-1 pin USB3_12, USB3_34) These connectors allow you to connect a USB 3.0 module for additional USB 3.0 front or rear panel ports. With an installed USB 3.0 module, you can enjoy all the benefits of USB 3.0 including faster data transfer speeds of up to 5 Gb/s, faster charging time for USB-chargeable devices, optimized power efficiency, and backward compatibility with USB 2.0.
  • Page 49 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 50 CPU, CPU optional, auxiliary, and chassis fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN1-2; 4-pin REAR_FAN1; 4-pin FRNT_FAN1-3; 4-pin AUX_ FANSENSE) Connect the fan cables to the fan connectors on the motherboard, ensuring that the black wire of each cable matches the ground pin of the connector. •...
  • Page 51 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. • 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. ASUS X99-WS/IPMI 1-37...

  • Page 52: System Panel Connector

    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 53 Connect the button cable that supports DirectKey, from the chassis to this connector on the motherboard. Ensure that your chassis comes with the extra button cable that supports the DirectKey feature. Refer to the technical documentation that came with the chassis for details. ASUS X99-WS/IPMI 1-39...
  • Page 54 M.2 socket 3 This socket allows you to install an M.2 (NGFF) SSD module. • This socket supports M Key and type 2260/2280 storage devices. • This socket supports PCIe and SATA modes. T_Sensor connector (2-pin T_SENSOR1) This connector is for the thermistor cable that allows you to monitor the temperature of your motherboard’s critical components and connected devices.
  • Page 55 A message appears when you connect the sensor or switch at the first time or when you reconnect the sensor or switch to this connector. Reset the system to exit the message. ASUS X99-WS/IPMI 1-41...
  • Page 56 Auxiliary panel connector (20-2 pin AUX_PANEL1) This connector is for additional front panel features including front panel SMB, locator LED and switch, and LAN LEDs. (1) Front panel SMB (6-1 pin FPSMB) These leads connect the front panel SMBus cable. (2) LAN activity LED (2-pin LAN12_LED) These leads are for Gigabit LAN activity LEDs on the front panel.

  • Page 57: Chapter 2: Basic Installation

    The diagrams in this section are for reference only. The motherboard layout may vary with models, but the installation steps are the same for all models. Install the ASUS Q-Shield to the chassis rear I/O panel. Place the motherboard into the chassis, ensuring that its rear I/O ports are aligned to the chassis’...
  • Page 58 Place nine screws into the holes indicated by circles to secure the motherboard to the chassis. DO NOT overtighten the screws! Doing so can damage the motherboard. Chapter 2: Basic installation...

  • Page 59: 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. Triangle mark Triangle mark ASUS X99-WS/IPMI...

  • Page 60: Cpu Heatsink And Fan Assembly Installation

    2.1.3 CPU heatsink and fan assembly installation Apply the Thermal Interface Material to the CPU heatsink and CPU before you install the heatsink and fan, if necessary. Chapter 2: Basic installation...
  • Page 61 To install the CPU heatsink and fan assembly ASUS X99-WS/IPMI...

  • Page 62: Dimm Installation

    2.1.4 DIMM installation To remove a DIMM Chapter 2: Basic installation...

  • Page 63: Atx Power Connection

    2.1.5 ATX Power connection ASUS X99-WS/IPMI...

  • Page 64: Sata Device Connection

    2.1.6 SATA device connection Chapter 2: Basic installation...

  • Page 65: Front I/O Connector

    2.1.7 Front I/O Connector To install USB 2.0 connector To install front panel audio connector AAFP USB 2.0 To install USB 3.0 connector USB 3.0 ASUS X99-WS/IPMI...

  • Page 66: Expansion Card Installation

    2.1.8 Expansion Card installation To install PCIe x16 cards Chapter 2: Basic installation 2-10...

  • Page 67: Bios Update Utility

    BIOS Flashback is not operating properly. This may be caused by improper installation of the USB storage device and filename/file format error. If this scenario happens, please restart the system to turn off the light. • Updating BIOS may have risks. If the BIOS program is damaged during the process and results to the system’s failure to boot up, please contact your local ASUS Service Center. ASUS X99-WS/IPMI 2-11...

  • Page 68: Q-Code Logger Utility

    Q-Code Logger utility 2.3.1 Using the Q-Code Logger Q-Code Logger allows you to easily check Q-Code event logs without opening the system’s case. To use the Q-Code Logger: Insert the USB storage device to the dedicated Q-Code Logger USB port. Press the Q-Code Logger button for three seconds until the Q-Code Logger LED blinks three times, indicating that the Q-Code Logger function is enabled.

  • Page 69: Motherboard Rear And Audio Connections

    ® Intel LAN port (LAN1)* Optical S/PDIF Out port ® USB 3.0 ports E12 Audio I/O ports** * and **: Refer to the tables on the next page for the LAN port LEDs and audio port definitions. ASUS X99-WS/IPMI 2-13...
  • Page 70 • The plugged USB 3.0 device may run on xHCI mode or EHCI mode, depending on the operating system’s setting. • 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. • Due to the design of the Intel X99 series chipset, all USB devices connected to the ® USB 2.0 and USB 3.0 ports are controlled by the xHCI controller. Some legacy USB devices must update their firmware for better compatibility. * LAN ports LED indications Activity Link LED Speed LED Status Description Status Description...

  • Page 71: Audio I/O Connections

    2.4.2 Audio I/O connections Audio I/O ports Connect to Headphone and Mic Connect to Stereo Speakers ASUS X99-WS/IPMI 2-15...
  • Page 72 Connect to 2.1 channel Speakers Connect to 4.1 channel Speakers Connect to 5.1 channel Speakers Chapter 2: Basic installation 2-16...

  • Page 73: Starting Up For The First Time

    If you do not see anything within 30 seconds from the time you turned on the power, the system may have failed a power-on test. Check the jumper settings and connections or call your retailer for assistance. ASUS X99-WS/IPMI 2-17...

  • Page 74: Turning Off The Computer

    BIOS Beep Description One short beep VGA detected Quick boot set to disabled No keyboard detected One continuous beep followed by two No memory detected short beeps then a pause (repeated) One continuous beep followed by three No VGA detected short beeps One continuous beep followed by four Hardware component failure...

  • Page 75: Chapter 3: Bios Setup

    BIOS setup 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 76: Bios Setup Program

    BIOS setup program Use the BIOS Setup to update the BIOS or configure its parameters. The BIOS screen include navigation keys and brief onscreen help to guide you in using the BIOS Setup program. Entering BIOS at startup To enter BIOS Setup at startup, press <Delete> during the Power-On Self Test (POST). If you do not press <Delete>, POST continues with its routines.

  • Page 77: Advanced Mode

    EZ Tuning Wizard Quick Note Hot Keys MyFavorite Language Menu bar Configuration fields Sub-menu item Item description Scroll bar Menu items Shows the last modified items Displays the CPU/motherboard temperature, CPU and memory voltage output ASUS X99-WS/IPMI...

  • Page 78: Menu Bar

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

  • Page 79: Hot Keys

    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. Last Modified button This button shows the items that you last modified and saved in BIOS Setup. ASUS X99-WS/IPMI...

  • Page 80: Ez Tuning Wizard

    3.2.2 EZ Tuning Wizard EZ Tuning Wizard allows you to overclock your CPU and DRAM, computer usage, and CPU fan to their best settings. You can also easily set RAID in your system using this feature. System OC setup RAID setup Tuning your system settings To tune your settings: Press <F11>...

  • Page 81: Creating Raid

    Speed (RAID0) or Super Speed (RAID5). After selecting the type of RAID, click Next then click Yes to continue the RAID setup. After the RAID setup is done, click Yes to exit the setup then click OK to reset your system. ASUS X99-WS/IPMI...

  • Page 82: My Favorites

    My Favorites MyFavorites is your personal space where you can easily save and access your favorite BIOS items. Chapter 3: BIOS setup...

  • Page 83: Adding Items To My Favorites

    User-managed items such as language and boot order • 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 X99-WS/IPMI...

  • Page 84: 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 85: 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 X99-WS/IPMI 3-11...

  • Page 86: 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 87 The value ranges depend on the value you set on BCLK Frequency. 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 [Sync All Cores] This item allows you to set the CPU core ratio limit per core or synchronize automatically to all cores.
  • Page 88 2-Core Ratio Limit [Auto] Select [Auto] to apply the CPU default Turbo Ratio setting or manually assign a 2-Core Limit value that must be higher than or equal to the 3-Core Ratio Limit. If you assign a value for 2-Core Ratio Limit, do not set the 1-Core Ratio Limit to [Auto]. 3-Core Ratio Limit [Auto] Select [Auto] to apply the CPU default Turbo Ratio setting or manually assign a 3-Core Limit value that must be higher than or equal to the 4-Core...

  • Page 89: Dram Timing Control

    [Keep Current Settings]. EPU Power Saving Mode [Disabled] The ASUS EPU (Energy Processing Unit) sets the CPU in its minimum power consumption settings. Enable this item to set lower CPU VCCIN and Vcore voltages and achieve the best energy saving condition.
  • Page 90 Primary Timings DRAM CAS# Latency [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [1] – [31] DRAM RAS# to CAS# Delay [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [1] – [31] DRAM RAS# PRE Time [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [1] – [31] DRAM RAS# ACT Time [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [1] –...
  • Page 91 Configuration options: [Auto] [0] - [7] tCCD_L [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [1] – [3] RTL IOL control DRAM RTL INIT Value [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [1] - [127] DRAM RTL (CHA D0 R0) [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [1] - [127] ASUS X99-WS/IPMI 3-17...
  • Page 92 DRAM RTL (CHA D0 R1) [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [1] - [127] DRAM RTL (CHA D1 R0) [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [1] - [127] DRAM RTL (CHA D1 R1) [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [1] - [127] DRAM RTL (CHB D0 R0) [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [1] - [127] DRAM RTL (CHB D0 R1) [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [1] - [127]...
  • Page 93 CTL Vref (CHAB) Sign [+] Configuration options: [+] [-] CTL Vref (CHAB) [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [0.00] - [0.20] CTL Vref (CHCD) Sign [+] Configuration options: [+] [-] CTL Vref (CHCD) [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [0.00] - [0.20] ASUS X99-WS/IPMI 3-19...
  • Page 94 Receiver DQ Pre-emphasis [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [0.90] - [1.60] Receiver DQ De-emphasis [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [0.90] - [1.60] Transmitter DQ Pre-emphasis [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [0.90] - [1.60] Receiver DQS Pre-emphasis [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [0.90] - [1.60] Receiver DQS De-emphasis [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [0.90] - [1.60] Transmitter DQS Pre-emphasis [Auto]...
  • Page 95 CPU and VRM thermal conditions. Select from levels 1 to 9 to adjust the CPU power voltage from 0% to 125%. Configuration options [Auto] [Level 1] - [Level 9] ASUS X99-WS/IPMI 3-21...
  • Page 96 The actual performance boost may vary depending on your CPU specification. DO NOT remove the thermal module. The thermal conditions should be monitored. CPU VRM Switching Frequency [Auto] This item affects the VRM transient response speed and the component thermal production.
  • Page 97 This item allows you to set the DRAM power phase control. Standard The phase control is based on the CPU command. Optimized Set to the ASUS optimized phase tuning profile. Extreme Set to the full phase mode. ASUS X99-WS/IPMI 3-23...
  • Page 98 Internal CPU Power Management The subitems in this menu allow you to set the CPU ratio and its features. Enhanced Intel SpeedStep Technology [Enabled] This item allows the operating system to dynamically adjust the processor voltage and cores frequency which decreases the average power consumption the average heat production.
  • Page 99 CPU Core Voltage Offset [Auto] This item allows you to configure the CPU core voltage offset value. Use<+> or <-> key to adjust the value. The values range from 0.001 V to 0.999V at 0.001 V increment. ASUS X99-WS/IPMI 3-25...
  • Page 100 The following items appear only when you set the CPU Core Voltage to [Adaptive Mode]. Additional Turbo Mode CPU Core Voltage [Auto] This item allows you to set the amount of voltage fed to the CPU cores when running in turbo mode. Increase the voltage when configuring a high CPU core frequency. The voltage you set is affected by the offset value.
  • Page 101 This item allows you to set the tmain power supply for the PCH REF. Use the <+> or <-> key to adjust the value. The values range from 0.7000 V to 1.8000 V at 0.00625 V increment. ASUS X99-WS/IPMI 3-27...
  • Page 102 VTTDR Voltage (CHA/CHB) [Auto] This item allows you to set the termination voltage for the DRAM on the left. Use the <+> or <-> key to adjust the value. The values range from 0.2000 V to 1.0000 V at 0.00625 V increment.

  • Page 103: 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. ASUS X99-WS/IPMI 3-29...

  • Page 104: Cpu Configuration

    3.6.1 CPU Configuration The items in this menu show the CPU-related information that the BIOS automatically detects. The items in this menu may vary based on the CPU installed. Hyper-Threading [ALL] [Enabled] This item allows you to enable/disable the Hyper-Threading for logical processor threads. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] Intel Adaptive Thermal Monitor [Enabled] This item allows you to protect the CPU by decreasing its frequency as it reaches the thermal...
  • Page 105 Enhanced Intel SpeedStep Technology [Enabled] This item allows your system to adjust the CPU’s voltage and cores frequency, resulting in decreased power consumption and heat production. [Disabled] The CPU runs at its default speed. [Enabled] The system controls the CPU speed. ASUS X99-WS/IPMI 3-31...
  • Page 106 Turbo Mode [Enabled] This item allows you to automatically set the CPU cores to run faster than the base operating frequency when it is below the operating power, current and temperature specification limit. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] CPU states [Auto] This item allows you to set the power saving of the CPU states.

  • Page 107: Pch Configuration

    This item allows your system to automatically select the PCI Express port speed. When set to [Gen1], the PCI-E port runs at PCI-E 1.0 speed. When set to [Gen2], the PCI-E port runs at PCI-E 2.0 speed. Configuration options: [Auto] [Gen1] [Gen2] ASUS X99-WS/IPMI 3-33...

  • Page 108: Pch Storage Configuration

    When set to [Auto], this item allows the system to automatically adjust the SRIS (Separate Reference Clock Independent Spread Spectrum Clocking Architecture) support for connected SATA Express devices. Set this item to [Disabled] to activate ASUS RUNWAY SATA Express bridge card Configuration options: [Auto] [Disabled] S.M.A.R.T.
  • Page 109 When disabled, the hot plug function of SATA ports are disabled. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Hot Plug [Disabled] (SATA6G_1-6 (Gray) / SATA6G_7-10 (Black)) These items allow you to enable/disable SATA Hot Plug Support. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] ASUS X99-WS/IPMI 3-35...

  • Page 110: System Agent Configuration

    3.6.4 System Agent Configuration DMI Configuration The item in this menu allows you configure the Direct Media Interface. DMI Gen 2 [Enabled] This item allows you to run the DMI at PCI-E 2.0 speed. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] NB PCI-E Configuration The items in this menu allow you to select the operating speeds of the PCIe slots.
  • Page 111 I/O (VT-d) by reporting the I/O device assignment to VMM via the DMAR ACPI Tables. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] MCTP [Disabled] This item allows you to enable/disable Management Component Transport Protocol. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] ACS Control [Disabled] This item allows you to enable/disable ACS Control. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] ASUS X99-WS/IPMI 3-37...

  • Page 112: Usb Configuration

    3.6.5 USB Configuration The items in this menu allow you to change the USB-related features. The Mass Storage Devices item shows the auto-detected values. If no USB device is detected, the item shows None. Intel xHCI Mode [Smart Auto] [Auto] The xHCI is automatically enabled and runs at USB 3.0 mode when the xHCI driver is installed in the operating system.

  • Page 113: Mass Storage Devices

    Drives without media are emulated according to their drive type. USB Single Port Control This item allows you to enable or disable the individual USB ports. Refer to section 1.2.2 Motherboard layout for the location of the USB ports. ASUS X99-WS/IPMI 3-39...

  • Page 114: Platform Misc Configuration

    3.6.6 Platform Misc Configuration The items in this menu allow you to configure the platform-related features. SA - PCI Express SA SMI ASPM [Disabled] This item allows you to enable/disable the ASPM (L1) support for the downstream devices. Configuration options: [Auto] [Disabled] [L1 only] PEG ASPM Support [Disabled] This item allows you to enable/disable the ASPM support for the downstream devices.

  • Page 115: Onboard Devices Configuration

    Sets the front panel audio connector (AAFP) mode to high definition audio. [AC97] Sets the front panel audio connector (AAFP) mode to legacy AC’97. SPDIF Out Type [SPDIF] [SPDIF] Sets to an SPDIF audio output. [HDMI] Sets to an HDMI audio output. ASUS X99-WS/IPMI 3-41...

  • Page 116: Serial Port Configuration

    ASMedia USB 3.0 Controller [Enabled] This item allows you to enable/disable the ASMedia USB 3.0 controller of your system. ® Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] The following item appears only when you set the ASMedia USB 3.0 Controller to [Enabled]. ASMedia USB 3.0 Battery Charging Support [Disabled] This item allows you to enable/disable the ASMedia USB 3.0 battery charging support ®...

  • Page 117: Apm Configuration

    This item allows you to enable/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 X99-WS/IPMI 3-43...

  • Page 118: Network Stack Configuration

    3.6.9 Network Stack Configuration Network stack [Disabled] This item allows you to disable/enable the UEFI network stack. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] The following item appears only when you set the Network Stack to [Enabled]. Ipv4/Ipv6 PXE Support [Enabled] This item allows you to enable/disable the Ipv4/Ipv6 PXE wake event. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Chapter 3: BIOS setup 3-44...

  • Page 119: Monitor Menu

    Select [Ignore] if you do not want to detect this item. CPU FAN 1&2, REAR FAN1, FRNT FAN2, FRNT FAN2&3 modes This item allows you to select a specific speed for your CPU and front fans. Configuration options: [Generic Speed] [High Speed] [Full Speed] [Manual] ASUS X99-WS/IPMI 3-45...
  • Page 120 The following item appears only when you set the CPU FAN 1&2 and FRNT FAN1 mode to [Manual]. Duty% [50] This item allows you to set a duty cycle percentage to meet the thermal requirement for your system. Use the <+> or <-> keys to adjust the value. The values range from 0 to 100 with an interval of 5.

  • Page 121: Boot Menu

    POST time. [Full Initialization] All USB devices will be available during POST. This process will extend the POST time. [Partial For a faster POST time, only USB ports with keyboard and Initialization] mouse connections will be detected. ASUS X99-WS/IPMI 3-47...
  • Page 122 Network Stack Driver Support [Disabled] [Disabled] Select to skip the network stack driver from loading during POST. [Enabled] Select to load the network stack driver during POST. Next Boot after AC Power Loss [Normal Boot] [Normal Boot] Returns to normal boot on the next boot after an AC power loss. [Fast Boot] Accelerates the boot speed on the next boot after an AC power loss.
  • Page 123 Configuration options: [Legacy only] [UEFI driver first] [Ignore] Boot from PCI-E/PCI Expansion Devices [Legacy OpROM first] This item allows you to select the type of PCIe/PCI expansion devices that you want to launch. Configuration options: [Legacy only] [UEFI driver first] ASUS X99-WS/IPMI 3-49...

  • Page 124: Secure Boot

    Secure Boot This item allows you to configure the Windows Secure Boot settings and manage its keys to ® protect the system from unauthorized access and malwares during POST. OS Type [Windows UEFI Mode] [Windows UEFI This item allows you to select your installed operating system. Mode] Execute the Microsoft Secure Boot check.
  • Page 125 Delete the dbx This item allows you to delete the dbx file from your system. Load Default dbx This item allows you to load the downloaded dbx from a USB storage device. Configuration options: [Yes] [No] ASUS X99-WS/IPMI 3-51...

  • Page 126: Boot Option Priorities

    ® ® supported). • To select the boot device during system startup, press <F8> when ASUS Logo appears. Boot Override These item displays the available devices. The number of device items that appear on the screen depends on the number of devices installed in the system. Click an item to start booting from the selected device.

  • Page 127: Tool Menu

    3.9.1 ASUS EZ Flash 2 Utility This item allows you to run ASUS EZ Flash 2. 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 128: Asus O.c. Profile

    3.9.2 ASUS O.C. Profile This item allows you to store or load multiple BIOS settings. Load from Profile This item allows you to load the previous BIOS settings saved in the BIOS Flash. Key in the profile number that saved your BIOS settings, press <Enter>, and then select Yes.

  • Page 129: Asus Spd Information

    3.9.3 ASUS SPD Information This item allows you to view the DRAM SPD information. ASUS X99-WS/IPMI 3-55...

  • Page 130: Exit Menu

    3.10 Exit menu The Exit menu items allow you to load the optimal default values for the BIOS items, and save or discard your changes to the BIOS items. You can access the EZ Mode from the Exit menu. Load Optimized Defaults This option allows you to load the default values for each of the parameters on the Setup menus.

  • Page 131: Server Management Menu

    This item allows you to configure how the system responds if the OS Boot Watchdog Timer expires. Configuration options: [Do Nothing] [Reset] [Power Down] Serial Mux [Disabled] This item allows you to enable/disable the Serial Mux Configuration ASUS X99-WS/IPMI 3-57...

  • Page 132: System Event Log

    3.11.1 System Event Log The items in this menu allow you to change the SEL event log configuration. SEL Components [Enabled] The items in this menu allow you to enable/disable all features of System Event Logging during boot. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] •...

  • Page 133: Bmc Network Configuration

    Config Address source [Unspecified] This item allows you to configure the LAN channel parameters statistically or dynamically (by BIOS or BMC). Unspecified option does not modify any BMC network parameters during BIOS phase. Configuration options: [Unspecified] [Static] [DynamicBmcDhcp] ASUS X99-WS/IPMI 3-59...

  • Page 134: View System Event Log

    3.11.3 View System Event Log This item allows you to view the system event log records. Chapter 3: BIOS setup 3-60...

  • Page 135: Updating Bios

    3.12.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 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 136 Press <Tab> to switch to the Drive field. Press the Up/Down arrow keys to find the USB flash disk that contains the latest BIOS, and then press <Enter>. Press <Tab> to switch to the Folder Info field. Press the Up/Down arrow keys to find the BIOS file, and then press <Enter> to perform the BIOS update process.

  • Page 137: 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 http://support.asus.com and save it to a USB flash drive.
  • Page 138 Boot your computer then press <F8> to launch the select boot device screen. When the select boot device screen appears, insert the Support DVD into the optical drive then select the optical drive as the boot device. Please select boot device: ASUS DVD-E818A6T (4069MB) USB DISK 2.0 (3824MB) UEFI: (FAT) USB DISK 2.0 (3824MB)
  • Page 139 DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS to prevent system boot failure. Ensure to load the BIOS default settings to ensure system compatibility and stability. Select Load Optimized Defaults item under the Exit BIOS menu. See section 3.10 Exit menu for details. ASUS X99-WS/IPMI 3-65...
  • Page 140 Chapter 3: BIOS setup 3-66...

  • Page 141: Chapter 4: Software Support

    ® ® 32-bit/64-bit Windows 8.1 operating systems (OS). ® • Motherboard settings and hardware options vary. The setup procedures presented in this chapter are for reference only. Refer to Windows operating system ® documentation for detailed information. 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. 4.2.1 Running the support DVD Ensure that you have an Administrator account before running the support DVD in Windows 7, Windows 8, or Windows 8.1 operating systems. ® ® ® To run the support DVD: Place the Support DVD into the optical drive. In the AutoPlay dialog box, click or tap Run ASSETUP.EXE. If the AutoPlay dialog box does not appear, browse the contents of the support DVD and double-click or tap \\bin\ASSETUP.EXE to launch the ASUS motherboard support DVD main menu. X99-WS/IPMI...
  • Page 142 RAID/AHCI driver disk. Click or tap to display the The Utilities menu ASUS contact shows the applications information. and other software that the motherboard supports. Click or tap an icon to display...

  • Page 143: Obtaining The Software Manuals

    4.2.2 Obtaining the software manuals The software manuals are included in the support DVD. Follow the instructions below to get the necessary software manuals. The software manual files are in Portable Document Format (PDF). Install the Adobe ® Acrobat Reader from the Utilities tab before opening the files. ® To read about your motherboard’s utility guide: Click or tap Manual tab > ASUS Motherboard Utility Guide. From the Manual folder, open the folder of the software manual that you wish to read. Some software manuals are provided in different languages. Open the language’s folder to view the software manual. The screenshots in this section are for reference only. The actual software manuals containing in the support DVD vary by models. X99-WS/IPMI...

  • Page 144: Software Information

    Software information Most of the applications in the support DVD have wizards that will conveniently guide you through the installation. View the online help or readme file that came with the software application for more information. ASUS Utilities Your motherboard supports the following utilities: • Ai Charger+ • USB Charger+ • ASUS Dr. Power To install these utlities on your computer: Windows 7 OS ® Place the Support DVD into the optical drive. 2. In the AutoPlay dialog box, click Run ASSETUP.exe then select the Utilities tab 3. From the Utilities tab, click the name of the utility then follow the succeeding onscreen instructions. Chapter 4: Software support...
  • Page 145 Windows ® 8 / Windows ® 8.1 OS Place the Support DVD into the optical drive then follow onscreen instructions. From the ASUS motherboard support DVD main menu, select the Utilities tab and click AI Suite 3. 3. Follow the succeeding onscreen instructions. If the ASUS motherboard support DVD main menu did not appear, try the following steps: Go to the Start Screen then click or tap the Desktop app. On the lower left corner of the Desktop, click or tap File Explorer then select your DVD drive and tap or double-click the Setup application. X99-WS/IPMI...

  • Page 146: Ai Charger

    4.4.1 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+ From your desktop, click/tap Ai Charger+. Ai Charger+ is available only in selected motherboard models. Ai Charger+ screen Click or tap to apply Tick to enable or disable Ai Charger+ the selection • * Check the manufacturer if your USB device is a Battery Charging Specification 1.1 (BC 1.1) compliant or compatible device. • ** Actual charging speeds may vary depending on the charging rate and specifications of your USB device. • To ensure normal charging function, disconnect and reconnect your USB device every time you enable or disable Ai Charger+. • Ai Charger+ does not support USB hubs, USB extension cables, and generic USB cables. Chapter 4: Software support...

  • Page 147: Usb Charger

    Click or tap to discard the settings Click or tap to select the type of USB device that you wish to charge when the system is off Ensure to connect your USB device into the USB port that supports this utility. Refer to section 2.4.1 Rear I/O connection of your user guide for more details. • The USB Charger+ does not support USB hubs and USB extension cables, and generic USB cables. • The USB Charger+ may not recognize some ASUS devices due to a special design. X99-WS/IPMI...

  • Page 148: Asus Dr. Power Utility

    4.4.3 ASUS Dr. Power Utility ASUS Dr. Power is a monitoring utility that provides notifications when the power supply is unable to provide sufficient power to the system. You can choose to allow continuous notifications or stop messages from appearing until the next time you reboot your computer. The utility is used to monitor changes in the power supplied to the system that may affect performance and system stability. ASUS Dr. Power Utility runs on your system only when the Dr. Power switch is enabled. (Please refer to 1.2.6 Onboard buttons and switches for additional details). If the switch is disabled, the Dr. Power icon will not be available on the Windows notification area. ® Installing Dr. Power Utility To install Dr. Power on your computer: Place the support DVD in the optical drive. The setup window will be displayed if Autorun is enabled on your system. Select the Utilities tab and then click or tap ASUS Dr. Power. Follow the instructions to complete installation. Using Dr. Power After you complete installation, ASUS Dr. Power Utility will appear on the Windows ® notification area. Place your mouse pointer over the Dr. Power icon to display current power status. Right-click on the notification area then click Event Notification to disable or enable messages from the utility.
  • Page 149 When ASUS Dr. Power detects that your system is running low on power, an event notification pops up to indicate that your power supply requires attention. The message will be displayed for 15 seconds or until you click the Close button. ASUS Dr. Power will notify you of the power status if the same conditions are present on your system. ASUS Dr. Power can be configured to provide notifications at regular intervals: • 15 minutes - Messages will be displayed every 15 minutes. • 4 hours - Messages will be displayed every 4 hours. • Not showing - Messages for any power issues will not be displayed. X99-WS/IPMI...

  • Page 150: 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 ® ® (Universal Audio Jack) technology for all audio ports, eliminating cable connection errors, and giving users plug and play convenience. Follow the installation wizard to install the Realtek Audio Driver from the support DVD that ® came with the motherboard package. If the Realtek audio software is correctly installed, you will find the Realtek HD Audio ® ® Manager icon on the taskbar. Double-click or tap on the icon to display the Realtek HD ® Audio Manager. Realtek ® HD Audio Manager Realtek HD Audio Manager with DTS UltraPC II for ®...

  • Page 151: Chapter 5: Raid Support

    With the RAID 10 configuration you get all the benefits of both RAID 0 and RAID 1 configurations. Use four new hard disk drives or use an existing drive and three new drives for this setup. X99-WS/IPMI...

  • Page 152: Installing Serial Ata Hard Disks

    5.1.2 Installing Serial ATA hard disks The motherboard supports Serial ATA hard disk drives. For optimal performance, install identical drives of the same model and capacity when creating a disk array. To install the SATA hard disks for a RAID configuration: Install the SATA hard disks into the drive bays.

  • Page 153: Intel ® Rapid Storage Technology Option Rom Utility

    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. X99-WS/IPMI...
  • Page 154 Creating a RAID set To create a RAID set: From the utility main menu, select 1. Create RAID Volume and press <Enter>. The following screen appears: Name: Volume 0 RAID Level: aaaaaaaaaaaaaaa Disks: dssdsdsds Strip Size:aaaaaaaaaaaaaaaa Capacity:aaaaaaaaaaaaaa Sync:aaaaaaaaaa Create volume [HELP] Enter a unique volume name that has no special characters and is 16 characters or less.
  • Page 155 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. X99-WS/IPMI...
  • Page 156 Deleting a RAID set Be cautious 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: [DELETE VOLUME MENU] Name...

  • Page 157: Creating A Raid Driver Disk

    Save changes and exit BIOS. When the Make Disk menu appears, press <1> to create a RAID driver disk. Insert a formatted floppy disk into the USB floppy disk drive, then press <Enter>. Follow the succeeding screen instructions to complete the process. X99-WS/IPMI...

  • Page 158: Creating A Raid Driver Disk In Windows

    5.2.2 Creating a RAID driver disk in Windows ® To create a RAID driver disk in Windows ® Start Windows ® Plug the USB floppy disk drive and insert a floppy disk. Place the motherboard support DVD into the optical drive. Go to the Intel AHCI/RAID Driver menu then click Intel AHCI/RAID Driver path to open the RAID driver folder.

  • Page 159: Chapter 6: Multi Gpu Support

    AMD CrossFireX graphics cards to your system. To uninstall existing graphics card drivers: Close all current applications. Go to Control Panel > Programs and Features. Select your current graphics card driver/s. Select Uninstall. Turn off your computer. X99-WS/IPMI...

  • Page 160: Installing Two Crossfirex™ Graphics Cards

    6.1.3 Installing two CrossFireX™ graphics cards The following pictures are for reference only. The graphics cards and the motherboard layout may vary with models, but the installation steps remain the same. To install two CrossFire™ graphics cards: Prepare two CrossFireX-ready graphics cards.

  • Page 161: Installing Three Crossfirex™ Graphics Cards

    PCIEX16 slots recommended for multi-graphics card installation. Ensure that the cards are properly seated on the slots. Align and firmly insert the two CrossFireX™ bridge connectors to the goldfingers on each graphics card. Ensure that the connectors are firmly in place. Connect three independent auxiliary power sources from the power supply to the three graphics cards separately. Connect a VGA or a DVI cable to the graphics card. X99-WS/IPMI...

  • Page 162: Installing The Device Drivers

    6.1.5 Installing the device drivers Refer to the documentation that came with your graphics card package to install the device drivers. Ensure that your PCI Express graphics card driver supports the AMD CrossFireX™ ® technology. Download the latest driver from the AMD website at www.amd.com. 6.1.6 Enabling the AMD CrossFireX™...
  • Page 163 Enabling Dual CrossFireX™ technology To enable Dual CrossFire™ technology: In the AMD Vision Engine Control Center window, click Performance > AMD CrossFireX™. Select Enable CrossFireX™. Select a GPU combination from the drop-down list. Click Apply to save and activate the GPU settings made. X99-WS/IPMI...

  • Page 164: Nvidia ® Sli™ Technology

    NVIDIA SLI™ technology ® The motherboard supports the NVIDIA SLI™ (Scalable Link Interface) technology that ® allows you to install multi-graphics processing units (GPU) graphics cards. Follow the installation procedures in this section. 6.2.1 Requirements • In SLI mode, you should have two identical SLI-ready graphics cards that are NVIDIA® certified. • Ensure that your graphics card driver supports the NVIDIA SLI technology. Download the latest driver from the NVIDIA website at www.nvidia.com. • Ensure that your power supply unit (PSU) can provide at least the minimum power required by your system.

  • Page 165: Installing Three Sli-Ready Graphics Cards

    PCIEX16 slots. If your motherboard has more than two PCIEX16 slots, refer to Chapter 1 in this user manual for locations of the PCIEX16 slots recommended for multi-graphics card installation. Ensure that the cards are properly seated on the slots. X99-WS/IPMI...

  • Page 166: Installing The Device Drivers

    Align and firmly insert the 3-way SLI bridge connector to the goldfingers on each graphics card. Ensure that the 3-way SLI bridge connector is firmly in place. Connect three independent auxiliary power sources from the power supply to the three graphics cards separately. Connect a VGA or a DVI cable to the graphics card. 6.2.4 Installing the device drivers Refer to the documentation that came with your graphics card package to install the device drivers.
  • Page 167 B1. If you cannot see the NVIDIA Control Panel item in step (A), select Screen Resolution. From the Screen Resolution window, click Advanced settings. B3. The NVIDIA Control Panel window appears. X99-WS/IPMI...
  • Page 168 Enabling SLI settings From the NVIDIA Control Panel window, select Configure SLI, Surround, PhysX. In the Quad-SLI enabled, click Maximize 3D Performance SLI to set the display for viewing SLI rendered content. When done, click Apply. 6-10 Chapter 6: Multiple GPU support...

  • Page 169: Appendices

    Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. The use of shielded cables for connection of the monitor to the graphics card is required to assure compliance with FCC regulations. Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate this equipment. ASUS X99-WS/IPMI...

  • Page 170: Canadian Department Of Communications Statement

    IC: Canadian Compliance Statement Complies with the Canadian ICES-003 Class B specifications. This device complies with RSS 210 of Industry Canada. This Class B device meets all the requirements of the Canadian interference-causing equipment regulations. This device complies with Industry Canada license exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.

  • Page 171: Rf Equipment Notices

    ASUS Recycling/Takeback Services ASUS recycling and takeback programs come from our commitment to the highest standards for protecting our environment. We believe in providing solutions for you to be able to responsibly recycle our products, batteries, other components as well as the packaging materials.
  • Page 172 Bluetooth Industry Canada Statement This Class B device meets all requirements of the Canadian interference-causing equipment regulations. Cet appareil numérique de la Class B respecte toutes les exigences du Règlement sur le matériel brouilleur du Canada. NCC: Taiwan Wireless Statement Japan RF Equipment Statement KC (RF Equipment) Google™...

  • Page 173: Asus Contact Information

    800 Corporate Way, Fremont, CA 94539, USA Telephone +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, D-40880 Ratingen, Germany +49-2102-959911 Web site http://www.asus.com/de Online contact http://eu-rma.asus.com/sales Technical Support Telephone +49-1805-010923* Support Fax +49-2102-9599-11 Online support http://www.asus.com/de/support/...
  • Page 174 Appendices...

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