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  • Page 1 E900 G4 Workstation User Guide...
  • Page 2 ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. (“ASUS”). ASUS provides this manual “as is” without warranty of any kind, either express or implied, including but not limited to the implied warranties or conditions of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose. In no...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents Safety information ..................... vii Electrical Safety .....................vii Operation Safety ....................vii Restricted Access Location ................vii About this guide ......................ix Chapter 1: Product Introduction System package contents ................. 1-2 Serial number label ..................1-2 E900 G4 specifications summary ............. 1-3 Front panel features ...................
  • Page 4 Onboard LEDs ..................3-10 Internal connectors .................. 3-13 Chapter 4: BIOS Setup Managing and updating your BIOS ............4-2 4.1.1 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility........... 4-2 4.1.2 ASUS EzFlash Utility..............4-3 4.1.3 BUPDATER utility ............... 4-4 BIOS setup program .................. 4-6 4.2.1...
  • Page 5 Contents 4.6.7 Onboard LAN Configuration ............4-13 4.6.8 APM ..................4-14 4.6.9 PCI Subsystem Settings ............4-14 4.6.10 USB Configuration ..............4-15 4.6.11 CSM Configuration ..............4-15 4.6.12 NVMe Configuration ..............4-15 4.6.13 Offboard SATA Controller Configuration ........4-15 4.6.14 Audio Configuration..............
  • Page 6 5.4.2 Deleting a RAID set..............5-21 5.4.3 Installing the RAID controller driver ® during Windows 10 OS installation .......... 5-22 Appendix WS C621E SAGE block diagram ................A-2 Q-Code table ......................A-3 Notices ........................A-7 ASUS contact information ..................A-10...

  • Page 7: 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 8 CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT Heavy System CAUTION! This server system is heavy. Ask for assistance when moving or carrying the system. viii...

  • Page 9: About This Guide

    About this guide Audience This user guide is intended for system integrators, and experienced users with at least basic knowledge of configuring a server. Contents This guide contains the following parts: Chapter 1: Product Introduction This chapter describes the general features of the server, including sections on front panel and rear panel specifications.
  • Page 10 Example: At DOS prompt, type the command line: format A:/S References Refer to the following sources for additional information, and for product and software updates. ASUS websites The ASUS websites worldwide provide updated information for all ASUS hardware and software products. Refer to the ASUS contact information.

  • Page 11: Chapter 1: Product Introduction

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

  • Page 12: System Package Contents

    If any of the above items is damaged or missing, contact your retailer. Serial number label Before requesting support from the ASUS Technical Support team, you must take note of the product’s serial number containing 12 characters such as xxS0xxxxxxxx shown as the figure below.
  • Page 13 E900 G4 specifications summary The ASUS E900 G4 is a workstation featuring the ASUS WS C621E SAGE motherboard. 2 x Socket P0 (LGA 3647, Square) ® ® 1st Gen Intel Xeon Scalable Processor family (up to 205W)* ® ® 2nd Gen Intel...

  • Page 14: E900 G4 Specifications Summary

    1 x Reset switch 1 x HDD Access LED Other Options Cooler kit for passive GPU support ® Windows OS Support * Refer to http://www.asus.com/ for the latest OS support. Software ASUS Control Center support Management Out of Band Solution Remote...
  • Page 15 2000W Platinum ATX Power Supply Rating: 100-240Vac, 15-12A, 50-60Hz Operating temperature: 10°C ~ 35°C Environment Non operating temperature: -40°C ~ 70°C Non operating humidity: 20% ~ 90% ( Non condensing) Specifications are subject to change without notice. ASUS E900 G4...

  • Page 16: Front Panel Features

    Front panel features The E900 G4 workstation features a simple yet stylish front panel design. The power and reset buttons, LED indicators, optical drive, and USB ports are all conveniently located at the front panel for easy access. Headphone port Microphone port USB 3.1 Gen 1 ports Power button...

  • Page 17: Rear Panel Features

    USB 3.1 Gen 1 ports USB3.0 Lan ports SPDIF OUT REAR C/SUB Audio ports LINE IN LINE OUT MIC IN Expansion slots COM port Optional I/O port Redundant power supply* * The power supply unit may vary between models ASUS E900 G4...
  • Page 18 USB BIOS Flashback USB3.1 TYPE C USB3.0 USB3.0 SPDIF OUT REAR C/SUB LINE OUT LINE IN MIC IN Power supply* * The power supply unit may vary between models Chapter 1: Product Introduction...

  • Page 19: Internal Features

    Internal features The ASUS E900 G4 Pedestal server system includes the basic components as shown: Power supply unit GPU fan ASUS WS C621E SAGE motherboard Expansion card locks (hidden) Optical drive (Optional) Front I/O board (hidden) Storage device bay (Top)

  • Page 20: Led Information

    LED information 1.7.1 Front panel LEDs USB BIOS Flashback Smart Card SD/MMC/MS USB3.1 TYPE C USB3.0 Smart Card SD/MMC/MS USB3.0 SPDIF OUT REAR C/SUB TYPE C MIC IN LINE OUT LINE IN HDD Access LED SPDIF O Icon Display status Description Display/Port HDMI...

  • Page 21: Chapter 2: Hardware Setup

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

  • Page 22: Chassis Cover

    Chassis cover 2.1.1 Removing the side covers • Ensure that you unplug the power cord before removing the side cover. • Take extra care when removing the side cover. Keep your fingers from components inside the chassis that can cause injury, such as the CPU fan, rear fan, and other sharp-edged parts. • The images of the system shown in this section are for reference purposes only and may not exactly match the model you purchase. Remove the two (2) screws from the rear of the side cover, then set them aside.

  • Page 23: Replacing The Side Covers

    USB BIOS the chassis. Flashbac k USB3.1 TYPE C USB3.0 USB3.0 REAR C/SUB SPDIF OUT LINE OUT LINE MIC IN Repeat steps 1 and 2 to replace the other side cover. ASUS E900 G4...

  • Page 24: Cpu Installation

    Ensure that all power cables are unplugged before installing the CPU. • Ensure that you install the correct CPU designed for LGA3647 socket only. • Upon purchase of the motherboard, ensure that the PnP cap is on the socket and the socket contacts are not bent. Contact your retailer immediately if the PnP cap is missing, or if you see any damage to the PnP cap/socket contacts/motherboard components. ASUS will shoulder the cost of repair only if the damage is shipment/ transit-related. • Keep the cap after installing the motherboard. ASUS will process Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) requests only if the motherboard comes with the cap on the LGA3647 socket. •...
  • Page 25 Triangle mark Apply the Thermal Interface Material to the CPU heatsink and CPU before you install the heatsink and fan, if necessary. The CPU and heatsink assembly fits in only one correct orientation. DO NOT force the CPU and heatsink assembly into the socket to prevent damaging the CPU pins on the socket. The heatsink screws are T30 models. A torque value of 12 inch-lbf is recommended. ASUS E900 G4...

  • Page 26: System Memory

    System memory The motherboard comes with four DDR 4 (Double Data Rate 4) Dual Inline Memory Modules (DIMM) slots. A DDR4 module is notched differently from a DDR, DDR2 or DDR3 module. DO NOT install a DDR, DDR2 or DDR3 memory module to the DDR4 slot. Memory configurations You may install 4 GB, 8 GB, 16 GB, and 32 GB RDIMMs; and 32 GB, and 64 GB LRDIMMs into the DIMM sockets. • For system stability, use a more efficient memory cooling system to support a full memory load (12 DIMMs) or overclocking condition. • Always install the DIMMS with the same CAS Latency. For an optimum compatibility, we recommend that you install memory modules of the same version or data code (D/C) from the same vendor. Check with the vendor to get the correct memory modules. • The DIMMs are purchased separately. • Visit the ASUS website for the latest QVL. Chapter 2: Hardware Setup...
  • Page 27 Single CPU configuration You can refer to the following recommended memory population for a single CPU configuration. Single CPU configuration (must be installed on CPU1) 1 DIMM 2 DIMMs 4 DIMMs 6 DIMMs Dual CPU configuration You can refer to the following recommended memory population for a dual CPU configuration. Dual CPU configuration 2 DIMMs 4 DIMMs 6 DIMMs 8 DIMMs 12 DIMMs ASUS E900 G4...

  • Page 28: Installing A Dimm On A Single Clip Dimm Socket

    Hold the DIMM by both of its ends then insert the DIMM vertically into the socket. Apply force to both ends of the DIMM simultaneously until the retaining clip snaps back into place and the DIMM cannot be pushed in any further to ensure proper sitting of the DIMM. Locked Retaining Clip Always insert the DIMM into the socket vertically to prevent DIMM notch damage. • To install two or more DIMMs, refer to the user guide bundled in the motherboard package. • Refer to the ASUS website for qualified vendor lists of the memory modules. Removing a DIMM from a single clip DIMM socket Press the retaining clip outward to unlock the DIMM. Remove the DIMM from the socket. Support the DIMM lightly with your fingers when pressing the retaining clips. The DIMM might get damaged when it flips out with extra force. Chapter 2: Hardware Setup...

  • Page 29: Air Duct

    Air Duct Ensure to unplug the power cable before installing or removing any system components. Failure to do so may cause damage to the motherboard and other system components! 2.4.1 Removing the air duct To remove the air duct: Remove the two (2) screws from the fan. Remove the fan connector from the FRNT_FAN3 connector on the motherboard. ASUS E900 G4...
  • Page 30 Remove the four (4) screws from the GPU bar then remove the GPU bar and place it aside. GPU bar Remove the two (2) screws of the air duct then remove the air duct and place them aside. 2-10 Chapter 2: Hardware Setup...

  • Page 31: Storage Devices

    Press and hold the storage device tray latch from both sides, then pull the storage device tray out from the bay. Align and insert the 3.5-inch storage device into the storage device tray ensuring that the screw holes on the storage device matches the HDD notches on the storage device bay. Ensure the storage device is seated firmly in the storage device bay. Screw holes (HDD) HDD notches (Storage device tray) ASUS E900 G4 2-11...
  • Page 32 Align the storage device tray and storage device assembly with the storage device tray railing in the bay. Push the storage device tray and storage device assembly all the way into the depth of the bay until the storage device tray is seated securely in the bay. Repeat steps 2 to 6 to install other 3.5”...
  • Page 33 Prepare the 2.5-inch storage device and the bundled set of screws. Press and hold the storage device tray latch from both sides, then pull the storage device tray out from the bay. Carefully push the storage device tray lock pin out of the tray using a suitable tool. Please refer to the illustration below for the location of the storage device tray lock pin. Storage device tray lock pin ASUS E900 G4 2-13...
  • Page 34 Align and insert the 2.5-inch storage device into the storage device tray ensuring that the screw holes on the storage device matches the screw holes on the storage bay, then secure the storage device to the storage device tray using the bundled screws. Align the storage device tray and storage device assembly with the storage device tray railing in the bay.

  • Page 35: Expansion Slots

    Expansion slots Unplug the power cord before adding or removing expansion cards. Failure to do so may cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components. Slot No. Slot Description PCIe x16_1 slot PCIe x16_2 slot (max. at x8 mode) PCIe x16_3 slot PCIe x16_4 slot (max. at x8 mode) PCIe x16_5 slot PCIe x16_6 slot (max. at x8 mode) PCIe x16_7 slot ASUS E900 G4 2-15...

  • Page 36: Installing An Expansion Card

    2.6.1 Installing an expansion card The expansion cards, such as GPU cards are purchased separately Before installing the expansion card, read the documentation that came with it and make the necessary hardware settings for the card. Remove the GPU bar. Please refer to the section Air Duct for more information on removing the GPU bar. Lay the system on its side on a flat, stable surface. Release the screw(s) on the metal slot cover where you wish to install the expansion card.
  • Page 37 Align the card’s golden fingers with the slot, and then press firmly until the card is completely seated on the slot. Secure the expansion card with the screw(s) that you removed earlier in step 4. ASUS E900 G4 2-17...
  • Page 38 Remove the screws of the VGA supports on the GPU bar so that you can adjust it to match the position of the installed expansion card. Ensure that there is a support on either side of the expansion card, then replace the screws removed previously. Position the GPU bar in a diagonal position, then place it into the system chassis. 10. Rotate and adjust the GPU bar in an anti-clockwise direction until the supports adjusted in step 8 fit in between the expansion card(s). 2-18 Chapter 2: Hardware Setup...
  • Page 39 Secure the GPU bar using the four (4) screws removed previously. Secure the fan to the GPU bar and chassis using the two (2) screws removed previously. Connect the fan connector to the FRNT_FAN3 connector on the motherboard. ASUS E900 G4 2-19...

  • Page 40: Configuring An Expansion Card

    2.6.2 Configuring an expansion card PCI Express 3.0 operating mode 2-way SLI 3-way SLI 4-way SLI ® ® ® Slot No. Single VGA CrossFireX™ CrossFireX™ CrossFireX™ x16 (single VGA recommended) We recommend that you provide sufficient power when running CrossFireX™ or SLI® mode. 2-20 Chapter 2: Hardware Setup...

  • Page 41: Optional) Installing A Passive Graphics Card

    The closed metal slots are bundled with the optional passive fan module. Install your passive graphics card into the reserved empty expansion slot(s), then secure it using the screws removed earlier. The passive graphics card is purchased separately. ASUS E900 G4 2-21...
  • Page 42 C/SUB REAR SPDIF OUT LINE OUT LINE MIC IN Remove the metal cover of the passive fan module cable slot. Take extra care when removing the metal cover. Use tools such as a screw driver to bend and remove the metal cover to avoid physical injury. Align the passive fan module to the screw holes around the expansion slots.
  • Page 43 Connect the passive fan module cables to the cables located inside the chassis. 10. Connect the fan cables located near the bottom of the motherboard to the FRNT_FAN2 and FRNT_FAN3 connectors on the motherboard. Ensure to remove all other cables on the FRNT_FAN2 and FRNT_FAN3 connectors before conencting the fan cables. FRNT_FAN2 FRNT_FAN3 ASUS E900 G4 2-23...

  • Page 44: Installing A Pike Ii Card

    2.6.4 Installing a PIKE II card Unplug the power cord before installing or removing an expansion card. Failure to do so may cause severe damage to the motherboard and other system components! Remove the GPU bar and air duct from the chassis, please refer to section Air Duct for more details. Loosen the heatsink screws in the order shown, then lift and remove the CPU and heatsink. The heatsink screws are T30 models. A torque value of 12 inch-lbf is recommended. 2-24 Chapter 2: Hardware Setup...
  • Page 45 Remove the DIMMs from the DIMM slots A1-F1. DIMM_F1 DIMM_E1 DIMM_D1 DIMM_A1 DIMM_B1 DIMM_C1 Remove the two (2) bay screws securing the riser card tray from the right side of the system. ASUS E900 G4 2-25...
  • Page 46 Remove the other two (2) bay screws securing the riser card tray from the left side of the system. Pull the 5.25-inch bay locks outwards. Remove the riser card tray from the 5.25-inch bay. Attach the riser card tray fan to the riser card tray and secure it with the bundled four (4) screws, then connect the extension cable.
  • Page 47 Align the riser card with the screw holes on the riser card tray, then secure the riser card to the tray using the bundled two (2) screws. Riser card tray screw holes 10. Connect the bundled power cable to the 4-pin power connector on the riser card. 11. Connect two (2) OCuLink cables to the riser card. OCUPCIE2 OCUPCIE1 ASUS E900 G4 2-27...
  • Page 48 12. Connect the OCuLink cables to the motherboard. Ensure to connect the cable connected to OCUPCIE1 to the U.2_4 connector on your motherboard, and the cable connected to OCUPCIE2 to the U.2_3 connector on your motherboard. 13. Connect the fan extension cable to the FRNT_FAN5 connector on your motherboard. Connect to riser card fan Connect to OCUPCIE2 Connect to OCUPCIE1 14. Connect the power cable to a 4-pin molex connector from the power supply unit.
  • Page 49 18. Install the PIKE II card to the riser card, then secure it with a screw. Install the riser card and tray into the 5.25-inch bay. 20. Ensure the screw holes on the riser card tray are aligned with the bay screw holes, then replace the two (2) screws removed from before. 21. Push the bay lock inwards to secure the riser card tray. ASUS E900 G4 2-29...
  • Page 50 22. Connect the Mini SAS HD cable from step 16 to the MSAS_HD1 connector on the top back plane. The top back plane is located on the reverse side of the illustration below. 23. Connect the Mini SAS HD cable from step 17 to the MSAS_HD1 connector on the bottom back plane. The bottom back plane is located on the reverse side of the illustration below. 2-30 Chapter 2: Hardware Setup...

  • Page 51: Installing M.2 (Ngff) Cards

    2.6.5 Installing M.2 (NGFF) cards To install an M.2 card: Remove the three (3) screws from the M.2 heatsink on your motherboard, then lift and remove the M.2 heatsink. Locate the M.2 connector (NGFF1) on the motherboard. Remove the screw on the M.2 socket and set it aside. Align and insert the M.2 card into the M.2 slot. 5. Secure the M.2 card with the screw that you removed earlier in step 2. ASUS E900 G4 2-31...
  • Page 52 Peel off the plastic film on the thermal pad located on the bottom side of the M.2 heatsink. Replace the M.2 heatsink and secure it with the three (3) screws removed earlier. 2-32 Chapter 2: Hardware Setup...

  • Page 53: Removable Components

    Press the latch to the left and pull the power supply module out of the system chassis. Insert the replacement power supply module into the chassis. You will hear a sound when the power supply module is secured in place. ASUS E900 G4 2-33...

  • Page 54: Bios Update Utility

    • If the light flashes for five seconds and turns into a solid light, this means that the 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. 2-34 Chapter 2: Hardware Setup...

  • Page 55: Motherboard Rear And Audio Connection

    Please connect your USB 3.1 Gen 1 devices to USB 3.1 Gen 1 ports and your USB 3.1 Gen 2 devices to USB 3.1 Gen 2 ports for faster and better performance for your devices. ASUS E900 G4 2-35...
  • Page 56 * LAN ports LED indications Activity Link LED Speed LED Status Description Status Description No link 10 Mbps connection ACT/LINK SPEED Linked Orange 100 Mbps connection Orange Orange (Blinking) Data activity Green 1 Gbps connection Ready to wake up Orange (Blinking from S5 mode then steady) LAN port ** Audio 2, 4, 5.1 or 7.1-channel configuration Headset Port 4.channel...

  • Page 57: Audio I/O Connections

    2.9.2 Audio I/O connections Audio I/O ports Connect to Headphone and Mic Connect to Stereo Speakers Connect to 2-channel Speakers ASUS E900 G4 2-37...
  • Page 58 Connect to 4-channel Speakers Connect to 5.1-channel Speakers Connect to 7.1-channel Speakers 2-38 Chapter 2: Hardware Setup...

  • Page 59: Starting Up For The First Time

    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 short beeps At power on, hold down the <Delete> key to enter the BIOS Setup. Follow the instructions in Chapter 3. 2.11 Turning off the computer While the system is ON, press the power button for less than four seconds to put the system on sleep mode or soft-off mode, depending on the BIOS setting. Press the power switch for more than four seconds to let the system enter the soft-off mode regardless of the BIOS setting. ASUS E900 G4 2-39...
  • Page 60 2-40 Chapter 2: Hardware Setup...

  • Page 61: Chapter 3: Motherboard Information

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

  • Page 62: Motherboard Layout

    Motherboard layout Refer to 3.5 Internal connectors and 2.10.1 Rear I/O connection for more information about rear panel connectors and internal connectors. Chapter 3: Motherboard Information...
  • Page 63 32. VGA connector (16-1 pin VGA_HDR1) 3-16 33. Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP) 3-14 34. Hard disk activity LED connector (4-pin HDLED1) 3-14 35. BMC connector (14-1 pin ASMB9) 3-26 36. Micro SD card slot (MSD1) 3-27 ASUS E900 G4...

  • Page 64: Onboard Buttons And Switches

    Onboard buttons and switches Onboard buttons and switches allow you to fine-tune performance when working on a bare or open-case system. This is ideal for overclockers and gamers who continually change settings to enhance system performance. Power-on button The motherboard comes with a power-on button that allows you to power up or wake up the system.

  • Page 65: Jumpers

    Removing the cap will cause system boot failure! If the steps above do not help, remove the onboard battery and move the jumper again to clear the CMOS RTC RAM data. After the CMOS clearance, reinstall the battery. ASUS E900 G4...
  • Page 66 DDR4 thermal event setting (3-pin DIMMTRIP1-2) These jumpers allow you to enable or disable DDR4 DIMM thermal sensing event pin. SATADOM power setting (3-pin DOM1_PWR1) This jumper allows SATA8 to support SATADOM which do not need external power connections. Set to pins 2-3 to activate the SATA8 support feature. Chapter 3: Motherboard Information...
  • Page 67 This jumper allows you to select PSU PMBus version. Set to pins 1–2 for PMBus, set to pins 2–3 for others. ME firmware force recovery setting (3-pin ME_RCVR1) This jumper allows you to quickly recover the Intel Management Engine (ME) firmware when it becomes corrupted. ASUS E900 G4...
  • Page 68 PCH_MFG1 setting (3-pin PCH_MFG1) This jumper allows you to update the BIOS ME block. IPMI SW setting (3-pin IPMI_SW1) This jumper allows you to select which protocol in the GPU sensor to function. Chapter 3: Motherboard Information...
  • Page 69 If a VGA Card is installed into a PCI Express x16 Slot, the onboard VGA function will still be enabled. • BMC Remote Management Function will still be available when VGA controller settings is set to disabled, but the display will be disabled on the client device. ASUS E900 G4...

  • Page 70: Onboard Leds

    Onboard LEDs Standby Power LED (SBPWR1) The motherboard comes with a standby power LED. The green LED 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 71 The BMC LED works with the ASUS ASMB management device and indicates its initiation status. When the PSU is plugged and the system is OFF, ASUS ASMB management device starts system initiation for about one (1) minute. The BMC LED blinks after system initiation finishes.
  • Page 72 Q-Code LED The Q-Code LED design provides you with a 2-digit error code that displays the system status. • The Q-Code LEDs provide the most probable cause of an error code as a starting point for troubleshooting. The actual cause may vary from case to case. •...

  • Page 73: Internal Connectors

    SATA Mode item in the BIOS to [RAID]. ASMedia Serial ATA 6 Gb/s connectors (7-pin SATA_E1-2) ® These connectors connect to Serial ATA 6 Gb/s hard disk drives via Serial ATA 6 Gb/s signal cables. ASUS E900 G4 3-13...
  • Page 74 Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP) This connector is for a chassis-mounted front panel audio I/O module that supports HD Audio. Connect one end of the front panel audio I/O module cable to this connector. We recommend that you connect a high-definition front panel audio module to this connector to avail of the motherboard’s high-definition audio capability.
  • Page 75 This connector supports a Trusted Platform Module (TPM) system, which securely store keys, digital certificates, passwords and data. A TPM system also helps enhance network security, protect digital identities, and ensures platform integrity. The TPM module is purchased separately. ASUS E900 G4 3-15...
  • Page 76 VGA connector (16-1 pin VGA_HDR1) This connector supports the VGA High Dynamic-Range interface. U.2 connectors (U.2_1; U.2_2; U.2_3; U.2_4) This motherboard comes with U.2 connectors which support PCIe 3.0 x4 NVM Express storage. Chapter 3: Motherboard Information 3-16...
  • Page 77 RSTe and the onboard VROC Key supports Intel VROC ® ® ® functions, please refer to the table below for more information on the different RAID support of different KEY modules. The KEY module is purchased separately. ASUS E900 G4 3-17...
  • Page 78 USB 2.0 connector (10-1 pin USB78) These connectors are for USB 2.0 ports. Connect the USB module cable to any of these connectors, then install the module to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis. These USB connectors comply with USB 2.0 specification that supports up to 480 Mbps connection speed.
  • Page 79 5 Gb/s, faster charging time for USB-chargeable devices, optimized power efficiency, and backward compatibility with USB 2.0. The USB 3.1 Gen 1 module is purchased separately. The plugged USB 3.1 Gen 1 device may run on xHCI or EHCI mode depending on the operating system’s setting. ASUS E900 G4 3-19...
  • Page 80 Fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN1-2; 4-pin FRNT_FAN1-5; 4-pin REAR_FAN1-2) 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. • DO NOT forget to connect the fan cables to the fan connectors. Insufficient air flow inside the system may damage the motherboard components.
  • Page 81 Pressing the power switch for more than four seconds while the system is ON turns the system OFF. • Reset button (2-pin RESET) This 2-pin connector is for the chassis-mounted reset button for system reboot without turning off the system power. ASUS E900 G4 3-21...
  • Page 82 Auxiliary panel connector (20-2 pin AUX_PANEL1) This connector is for additional front panel features including front panel SMB, locator LED and switch, chassis intrusion, and LAN LEDs. • Front panel SMB (6-1 pin FPSMB) This connector connects the front panel SMBus cable. •...
  • Page 83 • 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, and recommend connecting the 6-pin EATX12V3 power plug. ASUS E900 G4 3-23...
  • Page 84 (power supply unit) to read PSU information. Devices communicate with an SMBus host and/or other SMBus devices using the SMBus interface. This connector functions only when you enable the ASUS ASMB card. Power supply is required to meet PMBus specification and customized BMC FW may be needed.
  • Page 85 This connector is used for the Intel VMD function and sensor readings. 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 E900 G4 3-25...
  • Page 86 The SGPIO 1 connector is used for the Intel Rapid Storage Technology Enterprise SGPIO interface that controls the LED pattern generation, device information, and general purpose data. BMC connector (14-1 pin ASMB9) The BMC connector on the motherboard supports an ASUS Server Management ® Board card.
  • Page 87 • The SD memory card is purchased separately. • The MicroSD Slot is only supported with BMC Function and not supported for normal use under the OS. ASUS E900 G4 3-27...
  • Page 88 Chapter 3: Motherboard Information 3-28...

  • Page 89: Chapter 4: Bios Setup

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

  • Page 90: Managing And Updating Your Bios

    BIOS in the future. Copy the original motherboard BIOS using the BUPDATER utility. 4.1.1 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility The ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 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 update a corrupted BIOS file using a USB flash drive that contains the updated BIOS file.

  • Page 91: Asus Ezflash Utility

    ASUS EzFlash Utility The ASUS EzFlash Utility feature allows you to update the BIOS using a USB flash disk without having to use a DOS-based utility. Download the latest BIOS from the ASUS website at www.asus.com before using this utility. The succeeding BIOS screens are for reference only. The actual BIOS screen displays may not be the same as shown.

  • Page 92: Bupdater Utility

    The BUPDATER utility allows you to update the BIOS file in DOS environment using a bootable USB flash disk drive with the updated BIOS file. Updating the BIOS file To update the BIOS file using the BUPDATER utility: Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com and download the latest BIOS file for the motherboard. Save the BIOS file to a bootable USB flash disk drive. Download the BUPDATER utility (BUPDATER.exe) from the ASUS support website at support.asus.com to the bootable USB flash disk drive you created earlier. Boot the system in DOS mode, then at the prompt, type: BUPDATER /i[filename].CAP where [filename] is the latest or the original BIOS file on the bootable USB flash disk drive, then press <Enter>. A:\>BUPDATER /i[file name]CAP...
  • Page 93 The utility verifies the file, then starts updating the BIOS file. ASUS Tek. EzFlash Utility Current Platform New Platform Platform : WS C621E SAGE Platform : WS C621E SAGE Version : 0204 Version : 0201 Build Date :05/05/2017 Build Date :05/24/2017 Start Programming Flash. DO NOT SHUTDOWN THE SYSTEM!!! Write...

  • Page 94: Bios Setup Program

    Press <F5> and select Yes to load the BIOS default settings. • The BIOS setup screens shown in this section are for reference purposes only, and may not exactly match what you see on your screen. • Visit the ASUS website (www.asus.com) to download the latest BIOS file for this motherboard. Chapter 4: BIOS Setup...

  • Page 95: Bios Menu Screen

    For displaying the system temperature, power status, and changing Monitor the fan settings Security For changing the security settings Boot For changing the system boot configuration Tool For configuring options for special functions Save & Exit For selecting the save & exit options To select an item on the menu bar, press the right or left arrow key on the keyboard until the desired item is highlighted. ASUS E900 G4...

  • Page 96: Menu Items

    4.2.3 Menu items The highlighted item on the menu bar displays the specific items for that menu. For example, selecting Main shows the Main menu items. The other items (Advanced, Platform Configuration, Socket Configuration, Event Logs, Server Mgmt, Monitor, Security, Boot, Tool, and Save & Exit) on the menu bar have their respective menu items. 4.2.4 Submenu items A solid triangle before each item on any menu screen means that the item has a submenu. To display the submenu, select the item and press <Enter>.

  • Page 97: Main Menu

    Use the <+> or <-> to adjust the value. The values range from 80.0 MHz to 300.0 MHz. We recommend you to set the value based on the CPU specification, as high BCLK frequencies may damage the CPU permanently. The following item appears only when you set the Ai Overclocking Tuner to [OC Tune]. OC Tune Level Allows you to select the OC Tune Level. Configuration options: [Level 1] [Level 2] [Level 3] ASUS E900 G4...

  • Page 98: Performance Tuning Menu

    Performance Tuning menu The Performance Tuning menu items allow you to change performance related settings for different scenarios. Optimized Performance Setting [Default] Allows you to select performance settings for different scenarios. [Default] Default settings. [By Benchmark] O ptimize for different kinds of benchmarks. Select this option, then select a benchmark type from the >> list. [By Workload] O ptimize for different kinds of workloads. Select this option, then select a workload type from the >>...
  • Page 99 Enable this item to boost the CPU’s frequency. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Level1] [Level2] [Level3(Max)] Operate with an ambient temperature of 25°C or lower for optimized performance. Power Balancer [Disabled] Select [Enable Auto] to dynamically adjust the frequency of all CPU cores based on the current utilization, delivering better performance per watt for improved system energy efficiency. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enable Auto] [Enable Manual] ASUS E900 G4 4-11...

  • Page 100: Advanced Menu

    Advanced menu The Advanced menu items allow you to change the settings for the CPU and other system devices. Take caution when changing the settings of the Advanced menu items. Incorrect field values can cause the system to malfunction. Front Panel Type This item allows you to set the front panel audio connector (AAFP) mode to legacy AC’97 or high-definition audio depending on the audio standard that the front panel audio module supports.

  • Page 101: Super Io Configuration

    Onboard LAN Configuration The items in this menu allow you to configure tne onboard LAN parameters. Onboard I210 LAN Configuration Intel LAN1 Enable Allows you to enable or disable the Intel LAN. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] The following item appears only when you set Intel LAN1 Enable to [Enabled]. Intel LAN ROM Type Allows you to select the Intel LAN ROM type. Configuration options: [Disabled] [PXE] [iSCSI] Intel LAN2 Enable Allows you to enable or disable the Intel LAN. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] ASUS E900 G4 4-13...

  • Page 102: Apm

    The following item appears only when you set Intel LAN2 Enable to [Enabled]. Intel LAN ROM Type Allows you to select the Intel LAN ROM type. Configuration options: [Disabled] [PXE] [iSCSI] 4.6.8 Allows you to configure the Advance Power Management (APM) settings. Restore AC Power Loss When set to [Power Off], the system goes into off state after an AC power loss. When set to [Power On], the system will reboot after an AC power loss. When set to [Last State], the system goes into either off or on state, whatever the system state was before the AC power loss.

  • Page 103: Usb Configuration

    This option allows you to control the execution of UEFI and Legacy PXE/ Storage/ Video OpROM. Configuration options: [UEFI ] [Legacy] Other PCI devices This item determines the OpROM execution policy for devices other than Network, Storage, or Video. Configuration options: [UEFI ] [Legacy] 4.6.12 NVMe Configuration You may view the NVMe controller and Drive information if an NVMe device is connected. 4.6.13 Offboard SATA Controller Configuration Allows you to configure the offboard SATA controller configuration. ASUS E900 G4 4-15...

  • Page 104: Audio Configuration

    4.6.14 Audio Configuration The items in this menu allow you to enable or disable the onboard audio. Audio Configuration This item allows you to enable or disable the onboard audio. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] [Auto] 4.6.15 ASMedia Storage Controller The items in this menu allow you to configure ASMedia storage controller. ASMedia Storage Controller This item allows you to enable or disable the ASMedia storage controller. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] 4.6.16 E900 Fan Mode Selection...

  • Page 105: Miscellaneous Configuration

    This item allows a hyper-threading processor to appear as two logical processors, allowing the operating system to schedule two threads or processors simultaneously. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] 4.8.2 Common RefCode Configuration This menu displays and provides options to change the Common RefCode Settings. ASUS E900 G4 4-17...

  • Page 106: Upi Configuration

    4.8.3 UPI Configuration This menu displays and provides options to change the UPI Settings. 4.8.4 Memory Configuration This menu displays and provides options to change the Memory Settings. Memory Topology Displays memory topology with DIMM population information. 4.8.5 IIO Configuration This menu displays and provides options to change the IIO Settings.

  • Page 107: Event Logs Menu

    The items in this menu is only enabled for the WS C621E SAGE (BMC) model. WS C621E SAGE does not support the items in this menu. 4.10.1 System Event Log Allows you to change the SEL event log configuration. 4.10.2 BMC network configuration The sub-items in this configuration allow you to configure the BMC network parameters. 4.10.3 View System Event Log This item allows you to view the system event log records. ASUS E900 G4 4-19...

  • Page 108: Monitor Menu

    These items specify the boot device priority sequence from the available devices. The number of device items that appears on the screen depends on the number of devices installed in the system. • To select the boot device during system startup, press <F8> when ASUS Logo appears. • To access Windows OS in Safe Mode, please press <F8> after POST. Network Device BBS Priorities This item allows you to set the booting from network.

  • Page 109: Tool Menu

    Tool menu The Tool menu items allow you to configure options for special functions. Select an item then press <Enter> to display the submenu. Start EzFlash Allows you to run ASUS EzFlash BIOS ROM Utility when you press <Enter>. Refer to the ASUS EzFlash Utility section for details. 4.15 Save & Exit menu The Exit menu items allow you to save or discard your changes to the BIOS items.
  • Page 110 Chapter 4: BIOS Setup 4-22...

  • Page 111: Chapter 5: Raid Configuration

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

  • Page 112: Raid Configurations

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

  • Page 113: Installing Serial Ata Hard Disks

    Rapid Storage Technology ® if you installed Serial ATA hard disk drives on the Serial ATA connectors supported by the Intel C621 chipset. ® Refer to the succeeding section for details on how to use the RAID configuration utility. ASUS E900 G4...

  • Page 114: Intel ® Rapid Storage Technology Enterprise

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

  • Page 115: Creating A Raid Set

    ]-Prev/Next [TAB]-(M)aster [SPACE]-(R)ecovery [ENTER]-Done Use the up/down arrow keys to move the selection bar then press <Space> to select a disk. A small triangle before the Port number marks the selected drive. Press <Enter> when you are done. ASUS E900 G4...
  • Page 116 Use the up/down arrow keys to select the stripe size for the RAID array (for RAID 0, 10 and 5 only) then press <Enter>. The available stripe size values range from 4 KB to 128 KB. The following are typical values: RAID 0: 128KB RAID 10:...

  • Page 117: Deleting A Raid Set

    <N> to return to the DELETE VOLUME menu. DELETE VOLUME VERIFICATION ALL DATA IN THE VOLUME WILL BE LOST! (This does not apply to Recovery volumes) Are you sure you want to delete volume “Volume0”? (Y/N): ASUS E900 G4...

  • Page 118: Resetting Disks To Non-Raid

    5.2.3 Resetting disks to Non-RAID Take caution before you reset a RAID volume hard disk drive to non-RAID. Resetting a RAID volume hard disk drive deletes all internal RAID structure on the drive. To reset a RAID set: From the utility main menu, select 3. Reset Disks to Non-RAID and press <Enter>. Press the up/down arrow keys to select the drive(s) or disks of the RAID set you want to reset, then press <Space>.

  • Page 119: Rebuilding The Raid

    Rebuild completes in the operating system. Select the port of destination disk for rebuilding (ESC to exit): Port Drive Model Serial # Size XXXXXXXXXXX XXXXXXXX XXX.GB ]-Previous/Next [ENTER]-Select [ESC]-Exit Select a destination disk with the same size as the original hard disk. ASUS E900 G4...
  • Page 120 The utility immediately starts rebuilding after the disk is selected. When done, the status of the degraded RAID volume is changed to “Rebuild”. Intel(R) Rapid Storage Technology enterprise - SATA Option ROM - 3.6.0.1023 Copyright(C) 2003-12 Intel Corporation. All Rights Reserved. MAIN MENU 1.

  • Page 121: Setting The Boot Array In The Bios Setup Utility

    Use up/down arrow keys to select the boot priority and press <Enter>. See the Boot menu section of Chapter 5 for more details. From the Exit menu, select Save Changes & Exit, then press <Enter>. When the confirmation window appears, select Yes, then press <Enter>. ASUS E900 G4 5-11...

  • Page 122: Intel ® Rapid Storage Technology Enterprise (Windows)

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

  • Page 123: Creating A Raid Set

    Click Next. • If you do not want to keep the data on one of the selected disks, select NO when prompted. • If you want to Enable volume write-back cache or Initialize volume, click Advanced. ASUS E900 G4 5-13...
  • Page 124 Confirm the volume creation, than click Create Volume to continue. This process could take a while depending on the number and size of the disks. You can continue using other applications during this time. Wait until the process is completed, then click OK when prompted. You still need to partition your new volume using Windows Disk Management before adding any data.

  • Page 125: Changing A Volume Type

    RAID 0: 128KB RAID 10: 64KB RAID 5: 64KB We recommend a lower stripe size for server systems, and a higher stripe size for multimedia computer systems used mainly for audio and video editing. ASUS E900 G4 5-15...

  • Page 126: Deleting A Volume

    5.3.3 Deleting a volume Be cautious when deleting a volume. You will lose all data on the hard disk drives. Before you proceed, ensure that you back up all your important data from your hard drives. To delete a volume: From the utility main menu, select the volume (ex.

  • Page 127: Preferences

    Allow you to set to show the notification area icon and show system information, warning, or errors here. E-Mail Preferences Allow you to set to sent e-mail of the following events: • Storage system information • Storage system warnings • Storage system errors ASUS E900 G4 5-17...

  • Page 128: Intel ® Virtual Raid On Cpu In Bios

    Intel Virtual Raid on CPU in BIOS ® This feature requires a KEY module to enable CPU RAID functions with Intel CPU RSTe. ® • The KEY module is purchased separately. • Due to chipset behavior, CPU RAID functions with Intel CPU RSTe only supports ®...

  • Page 129: Creating A Raid Set

    RAID 0: 128 KB RAID 10: 64 KB RAID 5: 64 KB We recommend a lower strip size for server systems, and a higher strip size for multimedia computer systems used mainly for audio and video editing. ASUS E900 G4 5-19...
  • Page 130 When the Capacity (MB) item is selected, enter the RAID volume capacity that you want and press <Enter>. The default value indicates the maximum allowed capacity. When the Create Volume item is selected, press <Enter> to create the RAID volume and return to the Intel Rapid Storage Technology menu.

  • Page 131: Deleting A Raid Set

    <Enter>. The following screen appears: When the Delete item is selected, press <Enter>, then select Yes to delete the RAID volume and return to the Intel Virtual Raid on CPU menu, or select No to cancel. ® ASUS E900 G4 5-21...

  • Page 132: Installing The Raid Controller Driver

    5.4.3 Installing the RAID controller driver during Windows ® 10 OS installation After creating the RAID sets, you are now ready to install an operating system to the independent drives or bootable array. This part provides the instructions on how to install the RAID controller drivers during OS installation.
  • Page 133 When the system finishes loading the RAID driver, replace the motherboard Support DVD with the Windows Server installation disc. Select the drive to install Windows and click Next. Setup then proceeds with the OS installation. Follow screen instructions to continue. ASUS E900 G4 5-23...
  • Page 134 Chapter 5: RAID Configuration 5-24...

  • Page 135: Appendix

    Appendix Appendix...

  • Page 136: Ws C621E Sage Block Diagram

    WS C621E SAGE block diagram Appendix...

  • Page 137: Q-Code Table

    S3 OS Wake Error EC – EF Reserved for future AMI error codes Recovery condition triggered by firmware (Auto recovery) Recovery condition triggered by user (Forced recovery) Recovery process started Recovery firmware image is found (continued on the next page) ASUS E500 G5...
  • Page 138 Code Description Recovery firmware image is loaded F5 – F7 Reserved for future AMI progress codes Recovery PPI is not available Recovery capsule is not found FB – FF Reserved for future AMI error codes DXE Core is started NVRAM initialization Installation of the PCH Runtime Services CPU DXE initialization is started 63 –...
  • Page 139 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 E500 G5...
  • Page 140 ACPI/ASL Checkpoints (under OS) Code Description System is entering S3 sleep state System is entering S4 sleep state System is entering S5 sleep state System is waking up from the S3 sleep state System is waking up from the S4 sleep state System has transitioned into ACPI mode.

  • Page 141: Notices

    : (1) l’appareil ne doit pas produire de brouillage, et (2) l’utilisateur de l’appareil doit accepter tout brouillage radioélectrique subi, même si le brouillage est susceptible d’en compromettre le fonctionnement. CAN ICES-3(B)/NMB-3(B) ASUS E500 G5...
  • Page 142 If you require assistance please call ASUS Customer Service 1300 2787 88 or visit us at https://www.asus.com/support...
  • Page 143 Energy Star is NOT supported on FreeDOS and Linux-based operating systems. EPEAT Registered Products The public disclosure of key environmental information for ASUS EPEAT (Electronic Product Environmental Assessment Tool) registered products is available at https://csr.asus.com/ english/article.aspx?id=41. More information about EPEAT program and purchase guidance can be found at www.epeat.net.

  • Page 144: Asus Contact Information

    ASUS contact information ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. Address 4F, No. 150, Li-Te Rd., Peitou, Taipei 112, Taiwan Telephone +886-2-2894-3447 +886-2-2890-7798 Web site https://www.asus.com Technical Support Telephone +86-21-38429911 +86-21-58668722 ext: 9101 Online Support https://www.asus.com/support/Product/ContactUs/Services/ questionform/?lang=en ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. (Taiwan) Address 4F, No. 150, Li-Te Rd., Peitou, Taipei 112, Taiwan...
  • Page 145 +1-510-608-4555 Web site https://www.asus.com/us/ Technical Support Support fax +1-812-284-0883 General support +1-812-282-2787 Online support https://www.asus.com/support/Product/ContactUs/Services/ questionform/?lang=en-us ASUS COMPUTER GmbH (Germany and Austria) Address Harkort Str. 21-23, 40880 Ratingen, Germany +49-2102-959911 Web site https://www.asus.com/de/ Technical Support Telephone +49-1805-010923 Support Fax +49-2102-959911 Online support https://www.asus.com/support/Product/ContactUs/Services/...
  • Page 146 Web site https://www.asus.com/nl/ Technical Support Telephone +31-(0)591-5-70292 +31-(0)591-666853 E-mail advance.rma.eu@asus.com Online Support https://www.asus.com/support/Product/ContactUs/Services/ questionform/?lang=nl-nl ASUS Polska Sp. z o.o. (Poland) Address Ul. Postępu 6, 02-676 Warszawa, Poland Web site https://www.asus.com/pl/ Technical Support Telephone +48-225718033 Online Support https://www.asus.com/support/Product/ContactUs/Services/ questionform/?lang=pl-pl ASK-Service (Russia and CIS) г.Москва, ул.

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