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Asus Z11PA-D8 Series User Manual

Asus Z11PA-D8 Series
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Z11PA-D8 Series
User Guide

Table of Contents

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Asus Z11PA-D8 Series Specifications

General IconGeneral
ChipsetIntel C621
Storage8 x SATA 6Gb/s ports
CPU SocketSocket P (LGA 3647)
CPUIntel Xeon Scalable Processors
Memory Slots8 x DIMM
Memory CapacityUp to 2TB
Expansion Slots7
Form FactorATX

Summary

Notices

Federal Communications Commission Statement

Declares compliance with FCC rules and conditions for operation.

Canadian Department of Communications Statement

States compliance with Canadian radio noise emission limits.

REACH Compliance Information

Information about compliance with REACH regulatory framework.

Safety Information

Electrical Safety Precautions

Precautions to prevent electrical hazards during system handling.

Operation Safety Guidelines

Guidelines for safe handling and operation of the motherboard.

Australian Consumer Law Warranty Notice

Warranty information specific to Australian Consumer Law.

About this guide

Guide Organization and Structure

Explains the structure and content of the user guide.

Finding More Information

Lists resources for additional product information and updates.

Chapter 1: Product Introduction

Welcome to the Z11PA-D8 Series Motherboard

Official welcome and introduction to the ASUS motherboard.

Package Contents and Optional Items

Details of items included in the package and optional accessories.

Serial Number Label for Support

Location and importance of the serial number for technical support.

Key Product Highlights

Features like latest processor technology, AVX 512, and power management.

Innovative ASUS Features

Description of ASUS specific technologies like Fan Speed Control.

Chapter 2: Hardware Information

Pre-installation Precautions

Essential safety and handling guidelines before component installation.

Motherboard Component Overview

Details on motherboard placement, screw holes, and layout.

CPU Socket and Installation

Information on the LGA 3647 socket and CPU installation process.

System Memory Installation and Removal

Procedures for installing and removing DIMM modules.

Expansion Slot Installation and Configuration

Steps to install and set up expansion cards.

PCI Express Slot Specifications

Information on PCIe x16 and x8 slots, including interrupt assignments.

Motherboard Jumpers and Settings

How to configure jumpers for CMOS, VGA, and LAN.

Onboard LED Indicators

Explains LEDs for power status, BMC functionality, and disk activity.

Motherboard Connectors

Details on rear panel and internal connectors.

Chapter 3: Powering Up and Down

Initial System Startup Procedure

Comprehensive guide for powering on the system for the first time.

Powering Off the System

Methods to shut down the system using OS or the power switch.

Chapter 4: BIOS Configuration and Management

BIOS Update and Recovery

How to update and recover the motherboard BIOS using utilities.

Navigating the BIOS Setup Utility

Guide to entering and using the BIOS setup interface.

BIOS Setup Menu Structure and Elements

Explains menu bar, items, keys, fields, and navigation.

Main BIOS Menu Options

Overview of system date, time, and language settings.

Advanced BIOS Settings

Configuration for CPU, system devices, and advanced features.

Platform and Socket Configuration

Settings for PCH, platform, and CPU socket configurations.

BIOS Power, Security, and Boot Options

Settings for power management, security, and boot order.

BIOS Tool, Save & Exit, and Other Menus

Accessing event logs, server management, tools, and save/exit options.

Chapter 5: RAID Configuration and Management

RAID Setup Overview and Definitions

Explains RAID levels, installation, and BIOS setup.

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

Guide to creating, deleting, and rebuilding RAID sets using the utility.

Intel® Rapid Storage Technology enterprise (Windows)

Instructions for managing RAID volumes within Windows.

Intel® Virtual RAID on CPU in BIOS

Configuration for CPU RAID functions using Intel VMD.

Chapter 6: Driver and Software Installation

RAID Controller Driver Installation

Steps to install RAID drivers during OS setup.

Management Applications and Utilities Installation

Installing drivers and utilities from the support DVD.

Intel® Chipset Device Software Installation

Guide to installing the Intel chipset software.

Intel® I210 Gigabit Adapters Driver Installation

Instructions for installing the Intel I210 network adapter driver.

VGA Driver Installation

Guide to installing the ASPEED VGA driver.

Intel® Rapid Storage Technology enterprise 5.0 Installation

Steps for installing the Intel RST enterprise software.

Appendix

Z11PA-D8 Series Block Diagrams

Visual representation of motherboard components and connections.

Q-Code Table for Troubleshooting

Table of POST codes and their meanings for troubleshooting.

Simplified EU Declaration of Conformity

Statement of compliance with EU directives in multiple languages.

ASUS Contact Information

Contact details for ASUS technical support and offices worldwide.

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