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Asus Z10PE-D8 WS User Manual

Asus Z10PE-D8 WS
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Z10PE-D8 WS

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Asus Z10PE-D8 WS Specifications

General IconGeneral
PS/2 ports quantity1
USB 2.0 ports quantityUSB 2.0 ports have a data transmission speed of 480 Mbps, and are backwards compatible with USB 1.1 ports. You can connect all kinds of peripheral devices to them.
Ethernet LAN (RJ-45) ports2
VGA (D-Sub) ports quantity0
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1) Type-A ports quantity2, 6
TPM connectorYes
Number of SATA III connectors8
Memory channelsQuad-channel
Maximum RDIMM memory512 GB
Supported memory typesDDR4-SDRAM
Supported memory clock speeds1333, 1600, 1866, 2133 MHz
Supported RDIMM clock speeds1333, 1600, 1866 MHz
BIOS typeUEFI
ACPI version3.0
BIOS memory size128 Mbit
RAID levels0, 1, 5, 10
Supported storage drive interfacesSATA III
Wi-FiNo
LAN controllerIntel® I210-AT
Ethernet interface typeGigabit Ethernet
On-board graphics card modelAspeed AST2400
On-board graphics card memory32 MB
Parallel processing technology support4-Way CrossFireX, 4-Way SLI
Processor socketLGA 2011-v3
Intel Xeon seriesE5-2600
Processor manufacturerIntel
Component forServer
Motherboard chipsetIntel® C612
Audio output channels7.1 channels
Motherboard form factorSSI EEB
Harmonized System (HS) code84733020
Weight and Dimensions IconWeight and Dimensions
Depth305 mm
Width330 mm

Summary

Chapter 1: Product Introduction

1.2 Package Contents

Lists items included in the motherboard package for standard and bulk packs.

1.3 Serial Number Label

Locates the motherboard's unique 12-character serial number for support.

1.4 Special Features

Highlights key technological advancements and unique features of the motherboard.

1.4.1 Product Highlights

Details latest processor technology, AVX 2.0, power management, and DDR4 support.

1.4.2 Innovative ASUS Features

Describes ASUS specific technologies like Fan Speed control, Q-Code Logger, and Ai Charger+.

Chapter 2: Hardware Information

2.1 Before You Proceed

Provides crucial safety precautions before installing motherboard components or changing settings.

2.2 Motherboard Overview

Details the motherboard layout, placement, and screw hole locations for chassis mounting.

2.2.3 Z10PE-D8 WS Motherboard Layout

Provides a diagram of the motherboard, showing component and connector locations.

2.2.4 Layout Contents

Lists and categorizes motherboard components like slots, buttons, LEDs, and jumpers.

2.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU)

Focuses on the LGA 2011-3 socket and the process of installing Intel Xeon E5-2600 v3 processors.

2.3.1 Installing the CPU

Provides step-by-step instructions for safely installing a CPU into the socket.

2.4 System Memory

Covers the motherboard's eight DDR4 DIMM sockets and memory configuration options.

2.4.3 Installing a DIMM on a Single Clip DIMM Socket

Explains the procedure for inserting and securing RAM modules into DIMM sockets.

2.5 Expansion Slots

Describes the PCI Express slots and their configurations for expansion cards.

2.5.1 Installing an Expansion Card

Guides users on how to properly install expansion cards into available slots.

2.5.4 PCI Express x16 Slot (x16 Link)

Details specifications for PCIe x16 slots supporting x16 Gen3 links.

2.8 Jumpers

Details the function and configuration of motherboard jumpers, like Clear CMOS.

2.9 Connectors

Covers all physical connectors on the motherboard for system components.

2.9.1 Rear Panel Connectors

Identifies and describes the ports and connectors on the motherboard's rear I/O panel.

2.9.2 Internal Connectors

Details the internal headers and connectors for front panel features and components.

Chapter 3: Powering Up

3.1 Starting Up for the First Time

Guides users through the initial power-on sequence and POST checks.

3.2 Powering Off the Computer

Explains methods for safely shutting down the system via OS or power switch.

Chapter 4: BIOS Setup

4.1 Managing and Updating Your BIOS

Covers utilities for BIOS management, including recovery and updating.

4.1.2 ASUS EZ Flash Utility

Explains the utility for updating the BIOS directly from the BIOS setup.

4.2 BIOS Setup Program Interface

Explains how to navigate and use the BIOS setup utility, its screens, and controls.

4.3 Main Menu

Provides an overview of basic system information and basic settings like date/time.

4.4 AiTweaker Menu

For overclocking and advanced tuning of CPU and memory settings.

4.5 Advanced Menu

Allows configuration of CPU and other system devices.

4.5.12 USB Configuration

Manages USB device support, legacy support, and port settings.

4.6 IntelRCSetup Menu

For changing processor and chipset-specific settings.

4.6.1 Processor Configuration

Allows setting CPU core count, hyper-threading, and other processor features.

4.6.5 Memory Configuration

Covers settings related to memory frequency, error correction, and topology.

4.10 Security Menu

For setting administrator/user passwords and configuring Secure Boot settings.

4.11 Boot Menu

Configures system boot options, including boot order and logo display.

Chapter 5: RAID Configuration

5.1 Setting Up RAID

Introduces RAID solutions and definitions supported by the motherboard.

5.1.3 Setting the RAID Item in BIOS

Explains how to enable RAID mode in BIOS setup before creating arrays.

5.2 LSI Software RAID Configuration Utility

Detailed guide for creating, managing, and maintaining RAID sets using the LSI utility.

5.2.1 Creating a RAID Set

Step-by-step instructions for creating RAID 0, 1, or 10 sets using Easy/New configuration.

5.2.4 Rebuilding Failed Drives

Details the process of manually rebuilding failed hard disk drives in a RAID array.

5.2.6 Deleting a RAID Configuration

Provides instructions on how to clear existing RAID configurations.

5.3 Intel® Rapid Storage Technology enterprise SATA/SSATA Option ROM Utility

Guide for using Intel's utility to create and manage RAID sets.

5.3.1 Creating a RAID Set

Details creating RAID volumes using Intel's utility, including name, level, and size.

5.3.3 Resetting Disks to Non-RAID

Explains how to revert RAID volume hard drives to a non-RAID state.

5.4 Intel® Rapid Storage Technology enterprise (Windows)

Managing RAID configurations within the Windows operating system.

5.4.1 Creating a RAID Set

Steps for creating RAID volumes in Windows using Intel RSTe utility.

5.4.3 Deleting a Volume

Instructions for permanently deleting a RAID volume and its data.

Chapter 6: Driver Installation

6.1 RAID Driver Installation

Provides instructions for installing RAID controller drivers during OS setup.

6.1.2 Installing the RAID Controller Driver

Details installing RAID drivers during Windows Server OS installation.

6.4 Installing the Drivers and Utilities

Provides methods for installing drivers and utilities from the support DVD.

6.4.1 Using the ASUS InstAll Application

Details the ASUS InstAll wizard for convenient driver and utility installation.

Appendix A: Reference Information

A.1 Z10PE-D8 WS Block Diagram

Visual representation of motherboard components and their interconnections.

A.2 Audio I/O Connections

Illustrates how to connect various audio devices to the motherboard's I/O ports.

EC Declaration of Conformity

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