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Asus P9D WS User Manual

Asus P9D WS
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Motherboard
P9D WS

Table of Contents

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Asus P9D WS Specifications

General IconGeneral
Microphone inYes
PS/2 ports quantity1
USB 2.0 ports quantity4
Ethernet LAN (RJ-45) ports2
VGA (D-Sub) ports quantity0
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1) Type-A ports quantity1, 2
USB 2.0 connectors3
Number of SATA III connectors6
Supported DIMM module capacities1GB, 2GB, 4GB, 8GB
Memory channelsDual-channel
Supported memory typesDDR3-SDRAM
Maximum internal memory32 GB
Supported memory clock speeds1333, 1600 MHz
BIOS typeEFI AMI
ACPI version2.0a
BIOS memory size64 Mbit
RAID levels0, 1, 5, 10
Supported storage drive interfacesSATA III
Wi-FiNo
LAN controllerIntel I210
Cables includedSATA
Processor socketLGA 1150 (Socket H3)
Intel Xeon seriesE3-1200
Processor manufacturerIntel
Processor number of cores supported2, 4
Parallel processing technology support4-Way CrossFireX
Component forWorkstation
Motherboard chipsetIntel® C226
Audio output channels7.1 channels
Motherboard form factorATX

Summary

Safety Information

Electrical Safety

Precautions for preventing electrical shock hazards during system operation and maintenance.

Operation Safety

Guidelines for safe handling and installation of motherboard components and peripherals.

About This Guide

How This Guide Is Organized

Describes the structure and content of the user manual for easy navigation.

Where to Find More Information

Points to additional resources like ASUS websites for product updates and support.

Conventions Used In This Guide

Typography

Explains formatting conventions used in the manual for clarity.

P9D WS Specifications Summary

Chapter 1: Product Introduction

Welcome!

A brief introduction and welcome message from ASUS for the motherboard.

Package Contents

Lists all items included in the motherboard package for user verification.

Special Features

Highlights key technologies and unique capabilities of the P9D WS motherboard.

ASUS Workstation Exclusive Features

Details features tailored for workstation environments, enhancing reliability and performance.

ASUS Features

Describes user-friendly and diagnostic features like Quick Gate, Diagnosis LED, and MemOK!.

Chapter 2: Hardware Information

Before You Proceed

Essential safety precautions and preparation steps before hardware installation.

Motherboard Overview

Introduces the motherboard layout and key components for easy identification.

CPU Installation

Step-by-step instructions for correctly installing the Central Processing Unit.

DIMM Installation

Detailed guide for installing Double Data Rate memory modules into the DIMM slots.

Motherboard Installation

Instructions for securely mounting the motherboard within the PC chassis.

Expansion Card Installation

Guidance on installing various types of expansion cards into PCIe and PCI slots.

Rear Panel Connection

Identifies and explains the function of each connector on the motherboard's rear panel.

Starting Up For The First Time

Walkthrough of the initial system power-on and POST process.

Chapter 3: BIOS Setup

Knowing BIOS

Explains the purpose and function of the UEFI BIOS in system configuration.

BIOS Setup Program

Instructions on how to enter and navigate the BIOS setup utility.

EZ Mode

A simplified BIOS interface for basic system information and settings.

Advanced Mode

Comprehensive BIOS settings for experienced users, covering system configuration.

Ai Tweaker Menu

Settings for overclocking and tuning CPU and DRAM performance parameters.

DRAM Timing Control

Detailed options for optimizing memory performance through timing adjustments.

DIGI+ Power Control

Utility for fine-tuning CPU and DRAM power delivery for efficiency and stability.

CPU Core Voltage

Adjusting voltage for CPU cores to manage performance and stability.

Advanced Menu

Accesses detailed settings for CPU, PCH, SATA, USB, and other system devices.

CPU Configuration

Settings related to CPU features like cores, threads, and power management.

SATA Configuration

Manages SATA device detection and mode settings (IDE, AHCI, RAID).

USB Configuration

Settings for managing USB ports and features.

Updating BIOS

General information and procedures for updating the motherboard's BIOS.

ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3

Utility for recovering from corrupted BIOS files using support DVD or USB.

Chapter 4: Software Support

Installing an Operating System

Notes on OS compatibility and general installation guidance.

Running the Support DVD

How to use the included DVD to install drivers and software.

AI Suite 3

Overview of the integrated utility suite for system management and monitoring.

DIGI+ VRM

Explains the DIGI+ VRM utility for power control adjustments.

EPU

Details the Energy Processing Unit utility for power saving configurations.

Fan Xpert 2

Utility for optimizing and customizing fan speeds based on system temperature.

USB 3.0 Boost

Technology to enhance USB 3.0 transfer speeds using UASP protocol.

Network iControl

Manages network bandwidth and prioritizes network traffic for applications.

System Information

Utility to view detailed motherboard, CPU, and memory information.

USB BIOS Flashback

Utility for checking, saving, and scheduling BIOS updates via USB.

USB Charger+

Feature for fast charging USB devices, even when the computer is off.

Audio Configurations

Explains the Realtek audio CODEC and its connection options.

Chapter 5: Multiple GPU Technology Support

ATI CrossFireX Technology

Information on installing and configuring multiple ATI graphics cards.

Installing Two CrossFireX Graphics Cards

Step-by-step guide for setting up dual ATI graphics cards.

Enabling AMD CrossFireX Technology

How to activate the CrossFireX feature through the Catalyst Control Center.

ASUS Contact Information

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