Asus ESC500 G4 SFF User manual

Workstation
ESC500 G4
User Guide

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First Edition
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Contents
Notices ....................................................................................................................... vi
Federal Communications Commission Statement..........................................vi
Canadian Department of Communications Statement....................................vi
REACH ......................................................................................................vii
Safety information.................................................................................................... viii
Electrical Safety ............................................................................................ viii
Operation Safety ........................................................................................... viii
About this guide......................................................................................................... ix
Chapter 1: Product Introduction
1.1 System package contents.........................................................................1-2
1.2 Serial number label.................................................................................... 1-2
1.3 ESC500 G4 specifications summary........................................................ 1-3
1.4 Front panel features...................................................................................1-5
1.5 Rear panel features.................................................................................... 1-6
1.6 Internal features .........................................................................................1-7
1.7 LED information .........................................................................................1-8
1.7.1 Front panel LEDs ........................................................................ 1-8
1.7.2 Rear panel LEDs......................................................................... 1-8
Chapter 2: Hardware Setup
2.1 Chassis cover............................................................................................. 2-2
2.1.1 Removing the side cover............................................................. 2-2
2.2 CPU installation..........................................................................................2-4
2.3 CPU heatsink and fan assembly installation...........................................2-6
2.4 System memory .........................................................................................2-7
2.4.1 Installing a DIMM on a single clip DIMM socket.......................... 2-9
2.5 Front panel cover..................................................................................... 2-10
2.5.1 Removing the front panel cover ................................................ 2-10
2.6 5.25-inch drives........................................................................................ 2-11
2.7 Hard disk drives (HDD)............................................................................2-13
2.8 Expansion slots........................................................................................2-17
2.8.1 Installing an expansion card...................................................... 2-18
2.8.2 Conguring an expansion card ................................................. 2-20
2.8.3 Installing M.2 (NGFF) cards...................................................... 2-21
2.9 System fan................................................................................................ 2-22
2.10 BIOS update utility................................................................................... 2-23
2.11 Motherboard rear and audio connection ............................................... 2-24
2.11.1 Rear I/O connection .................................................................. 2-24
2.11.2 Audio I/O connections............................................................... 2-26

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Contents
Chapter 3: Motherboard Information
3.1 Motherboard layout....................................................................................3-2
3.2 Onboard buttons and switches ................................................................ 3-4
3.3 Jumpers ......................................................................................................3-8
3.4 Onboard LEDs............................................................................................ 3-9
3.5 Internal connectors.................................................................................. 3-15
Chapter 4: BIOS Setup
4.1 Knowing BIOS ............................................................................................4-2
4.2 BIOS setup program .................................................................................. 4-3
4.2.1 EZ Mode...................................................................................... 4-4
4.2.2 Advanced Mode .......................................................................... 4-5
4.2.3 QFan Control............................................................................... 4-8
4.3 My Favorites .............................................................................................4-10
4.4 Main menu ................................................................................................4-12
4.5 Ai Tweaker menu...................................................................................... 4-14
4.6 Advanced menu .......................................................................................4-24
4.6.1 CPU Conguration .................................................................... 4-25
4.6.2 Platform Misc Conguration...................................................... 4-27
4.6.3 PCH-FW Conguration ............................................................. 4-29
4.6.4 System Agent (SA) Conguration ............................................. 4-29
4.6.5 PCH Conguration .................................................................... 4-30
4.6.6 PCH Storage Conguration....................................................... 4-31
4.6.7 USB Conguration .................................................................... 4-33
4.6.8 Network Stack Conguration..................................................... 4-34
4.6.9 Onboard Devices Conguration................................................ 4-34
4.6.10 APM Conguration.................................................................... 4-37
4.6.11 HDD/SSD SMART Information ................................................. 4-38
4.7 Monitor menu ...........................................................................................4-39
4.8 Boot menu ................................................................................................4-43
4.9 Tool menu................................................................................................. 4-48
4.9.1 ASUS EZ Flash 3 Utility ............................................................ 4-48
4.9.2 ASUS Overclocking Prole ....................................................... 4-49
4.9.3 ASUS SPD Information............................................................. 4-50
4.10 Exit menu.................................................................................................. 4-51
4.11 Updating BIOS.......................................................................................... 4-52
4.11.1 EZ Update................................................................................. 4-52
4.11.2 ASUS EZ Flash 3...................................................................... 4-53
4.11.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3.......................................................... 4-55

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Contents
Chapter 5: RAID Configuration
5.1 RAID configurations ..................................................................................5-2
5.1.1 RAID denitions .......................................................................... 5-2
5.1.2 Installing Serial ATA hard disks .................................................. 5-3
5.1.3 Setting the RAID item in BIOS .................................................... 5-3
5.1.4 Intel®Rapid Storage Technology enterprise
SATA Option ROM Utility............................................................ 5-4
5.1.5 Creating a RAID set .................................................................... 5-5
5.1.6 Deleting a RAID set..................................................................... 5-7
5.1.7 Resetting disks to Non-RAID ...................................................... 5-8
5.1.8 Exiting the Intel®Rapid Storage Technology enterprise
SATA Option ROM utility............................................................. 5-9
5.1.9 Rebuilding the RAID.................................................................... 5-9
5.1.10 Setting the Boot array in the BIOS Setup Utility........................ 5-11
5.2 Intel®Rapid Storage Technology enterprise (Windows)......................5-12
5.2.1 Creating a RAID set .................................................................. 5-13
5.2.2 Changing a Volume Type.......................................................... 5-15
5.2.3 Deleting a volume ..................................................................... 5-16
5.2.4 Preferences............................................................................... 5-17
Chapter 6: Driver Installation
6.1 Installing an operating system ................................................................. 6-2
6.1.1 Windows® 7 and USB 3.0 driver for 100 Series .......................... 6-2
6.2 Support DVD information.......................................................................... 6-9
6.2.1 Running the support DVD ........................................................... 6-9
6.2.2 Obtaining the software manuals................................................ 6-10
6.3 Software information ...............................................................................6-11
6.4 AI Suite 3................................................................................................... 6-11
6.4.1 Ai Charger+............................................................................... 6-14
6.4.2 USB 3.1 Boost........................................................................... 6-15
6.4.3 EZ Update................................................................................. 6-16
6.4.4 System Information ................................................................... 6-18
6.4.5 Mobo Connect........................................................................... 6-20
6.4.6 USB BIOS Flashback................................................................ 6-21
6.4.7 Push Notice............................................................................... 6-23
6.5 Audio configurations............................................................................... 6-26
Appendix
P10S WS block diagram ......................................................................................... A-2
ASUS contact information...................................................................................... A-3

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Notices
Federal Communications Commission Statement
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two
conditions:
• This device may not cause harmful interference, and
• This device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause
undesired operation.
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital
device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable
protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates,
uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance
with manufacturer’s instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If
this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be
determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the
interference by one or more of the following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is
connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
Canadian Department of Communications Statement
This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for radio noise emissions from
digital apparatus set out in the Radio Interference Regulations of the Canadian Department of
Communications.
This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
WARNING! The use of shielded cables for connection of the monitor to the graphics card
is required to assure compliance with FCC regulations. Changes or modications to this
unit not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s
authority to operate this equipment.

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DO NOT throw the motherboard in municipal waste. This product has been designed to
enable proper reuse of parts and recycling. This symbol of the crossed out wheeled bin
indicates that the product (electrical and electronic equipment) should not be placed in
municipal waste. Check local regulations for disposal of electronic products.
DO NOT throw the mercury-containing button cell battery in municipal waste. This symbol
of the crossed out wheeled bin indicates that the battery should not be placed in municipal
waste.
REACH
Complying with the REACH (Registration, Evaluation, Authorization, and Restriction of
Chemicals) regulatory framework, we published the chemical substances in our products at
ASUS website at http://csr.asus.com/english/REACH.htm.
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. Please go to http://csr.asus.com/english/Takeback.htm for detailed recycling
information in different regions.
Australia statement notice
From 1 January 2012 updated warranties apply to all ASUS products, consistent with
the Australian Consumer Law. For the latest product warranty details please visit http://
support.asus.com. Our goods come with guarantees that cannot be excluded under the
Australian Consumer Law. You are entitled to a replacement or refund for a major failure and
compensation for any other reasonably foreseeable loss or damage. You are also entitled
to have the goods repaired or replaced if the goods fail to be of acceptable quality and the
failure does not amount to a major failure.
If you require assistance please call ASUS Customer Service 1300 2787 88 or visit us at
http://support.asus.com

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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.
• When adding or removing any additional devices to or from the system, contact a
qualied service technician or your dealer. 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 service.
• If the power supply is broken, do not try to x it by yourself. Contact a qualied service
technician or your dealer.
Operation Safety
• Servicing of this product or units is to be performed by trained service personnel only.
• Before operating the server, carefully read all the manuals included with the server
package.
• Before using the server, make sure all cables are correctly connected and the power
cables are not damaged. If any damage is detected, contact your dealer as soon as
possible.
• To avoid short circuits, keep paper clips, screws, and staples away from connectors,
slots, sockets and circuitry.
• Avoid dust, humidity, and temperature extremes. Place the server on a stable surface.
This product is equipped with a three-wire power cable and plug for the user’s safety. Use
the power cable with a properly grounded electrical outlet to avoid electrical shock.
Lithium-Ion Battery Warning
CAUTION! Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only
with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer. Dispose of
used batteries according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
CD-ROM Drive Safety Warning
CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT
Heavy System
CAUTION! This server system is heavy. Ask for assistance when moving or carrying
the system.

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About this guide
Audience
This user guide is intended for system integrators, and experienced users with at least basic
knowledge of conguring a server.
Contents
This guide contains the following parts:
1. Chapter 1: Product Introduction
This chapter describes the general features of the server, including sections on front
panel and rear panel specications.
2. Chapter 2: Hardware Setup
This chapter lists the hardware setup procedures that you have to perform when
installing or removing system components.
3. Chapter 3: Motherboard Information
This chapter includes the motherboard layout and brief descriptions of the jumpers and
internal connectors.
4. Chapter 4: BIOS Setup
This chapter tells how to change system settings through the BIOS Setup menus and
describes the BIOS parameters.
5. Chapter 5: RAID Configuration
This chapter provides instructions for setting up, creating and conguring RAID sets
using the available utilities.
6 Chapter 6: Driver Installation
This chapter provides instructions for installing the necessary drivers for different
system components.

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References
Refer to the following sources for additional information, and for product and software
updates.
1. ASUS Server Web-based Management (ASWM) user guide
This manual tells how to set up and use the proprietary ASUS server management
utility.
2. ASUS websites
The ASUS websites worldwide provide updated information for all ASUS hardware and
software products. Refer to the ASUS contact information.
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.
NOTE: Tips and additional information to help you complete a task.
Typography
Bold text Indicates a menu or an item to select.
Italics Used to emphasize a word or a phrase.
<Key> Keys enclosed in the less-than and greater-than sign means
that you must press the enclosed key.
Example: <Enter> means that you must press the Enter or
Return key.
<Key1> + <Key2> + <Key3> If you must press two or more keys simultaneously, the key
names are linked with a plus sign (+).
Example: <Ctrl> + <Alt> + <Del>
Command Means that you must type the command exactly as shown,
then supply the required item or value enclosed in brackets.
Example: At DOS prompt, type the command line:
format A:/S

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

Chapter 1: Product Introduction
1-2
If any of the above items is damaged or missing, contact your retailer.
1.1 System package contents
Check your system package for the following items.
1.2 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 gure
below. With the correct serial number of the product, ASUS Technical Support team members
can then offer a quicker and satisfying solution to your problems.
Model Name ESC500 G4
Accessories 1 x ESC500 G4 Support CD
1 x Windows 10 RDVD (for OS bundled SKU)
1 x AC Power Cable
1 x COM port Cable
Optional Items Smart Card Reader
Anti-Virus CD pack
DVD-ROM/DVD-RW
xxS0xxxxxxxx
ESC500 G4
SD/MMC/MS
SmartCard
CF/ MD

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1.3 ESC500 G4 specifications summary
The ASUS ESC500 G4 is a workstation featuring the ASUS P10S WS server board.
(continued on the next page)
Processor / System Bus
1 x Socket LGA1151
Intel®Xeon®E3-1200 v5 Processor Family
Intel® Core™ i7/i5/i3 processors
Intel®Pentium™ processors
Intel®Celeron™ processors
Core Logic Intel®C236 Chipset
Memory
Total Slots 4 (2-channel per CPU, 4 DIMM per CPU)
Capacity Maximum up to 64GB (UDIMM)
Memory Type 4 x DIMM, Max 64GB, DDR4 2133 MHz, ECC/ non-ECC UDIMM
* Refer to ASUS server AVL for the latest update
Memory Size 1 GB, 2GB, 4GB, 8GB, 16GB (UDIMM)
Expansion
Slots
Total PCI/PCI-X
/PCI-E Slots 4
Slot Type
PCIEX16_1: PCI-E x16 slot, x16/ x8 Gen3 Link
PCIEX16_2: PCI-E x16 slot, x8 Gen3 Link, switched from PCIEX16_1
PCIEX16_3: PCI-E x16 slot, x4 Gen3 Link, from PCH
PCIEX16_4: PCI-E x16 slot, x4 Gen3 Link, from PCH
Disk
Controller
SATA
Controller
Intel®C236 Chipset:
8 x SATA 6Gb/s ports or 6 * SATA 6Gb/s with 2* M.2 (SATA 6Gb/s &
PCIe Gen3 x1 link, NGFF 22110/2280/2260/2242)
Intel® RSTe (Windows & Linux)
(Support software RAID 0, 1, 10 & 5)
Storage
Bays
I = internal
A or S will be
hot-swappable
3 x Internal 3.5" HDD Bays
1 x Internal 2.5" HDD/SSD Bays
Networking LAN 2 x Intel®I210 GbE LAN
Graphic VGA
Integrated Graphics Processor x 1
Multi-VGA output support: DVI-D/HDMI/DisplayPort/VGA
- Supports DVI-D with Max resolution 1920 x 1200@60 Hz
- Supports HDMI with Max resolution 4096 x 2160@60/24 Hz
- Supports DisplayPort with Max resolution 4096 x 2304@60 Hz
- Supports VGA with Max resolution 1920 x 1200@60 Hz
- Supports Intel® HD Graphics, InTru™ 3D, Quick Sync Video, Clear
Video HD Technology, Insider™
- Maximum shared memory of 512MB
Auxiliary Storage Device
Bay (Floppy / Optical
Drive)
2 x 5.25" media bays
(Options: DVD-ROM/DVD-RW)

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Specications are subject to change without notice.
ESC500 G4 specifications summary
Onboard I/O
2 x USB 3.1 ports (1 port at TypeA, 1 port at Type C)
1 x Optical S/PDIF Out
1 x HDMI
1 x DisplayPort
4 x USB 3.0 ports
2 x RJ-45 ports
1 x DVI-D
1 x VGA
8-channel Audio I/O ports (6 x Audio jacks)
OS Support
Windows Server 2008 R2 SP1
Windows Server 2012 R2
Windows 8.1
Windows 7 SP1
Windows 10
RedHat®Enterprise Linux
SUSE Linux Enterprise Server
CentOS
Scientic Linux
Ubuntu 14
Fedora
* Refer to http://www.asus.com/ for the latest OS support.
Dimension (HH x WW x DD) 423 mm x 190 mm x 435 mm
Net Weight Kg (CPU, DRAM &
HDD not inclu ded) 12.65 Kg
Power Supply
- 500W 80PLUS Single Power Supply, Bronze (100-240V, 10-6A,
50/60Hz, Class I)
- 700W 80PLUS Single Power Supply, Gold (100-240V, 10-5A,
50/60Hz, Class I)
Environment
Operating temperature: 10°C ~ 35°C
Non operating temperature: -40°C ~ 70°C
Non operating humidity: 20% ~ 90% ( Non condensing)

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SD/MMC/MS
Smart Card
CF / MD
1.4 Front panel features
The ESC500 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.
Refer to the Front panel LEDs section for the LED descriptions.
Optical Drive (Optional)
Empty 5.25-inch bay
HDD access LED
Reset button
Microphone port
Headphone port
Power button
USB 2.0 ports
USB 3.0 ports
Power LED
Card readers

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USB 3.0
MIC IN
SIDE REAR C/SUB
LINE OUT LINE IN
KY
DVI
VGA
OUT
HDMI
SPDIF OUT
Display/Port
USB 3.1
10
USB 3.0
1.5 Rear panel features
The rear panel includes a slot for the motherboard rear I/O ports, expansion slots, a vent for
the system fan, and the power supply module.
Single power supply
Power connector
Expansion slots
PCI-E latch
DisplayPort
HDMI 1.4b port
Optical S/PDIF Out port
DVI-D port
Intel®LAN port 1 and 2
120 mm x 120 mm
system fan vents
VGA port
USB 3.0 ports
USB 3.1 Type-C port
USB 3.1 Type-A port
Audio ports

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1.6 Internal features
The ASUS ESC500 G4 Pedestal server system includes the basic components as shown:
The barebone server does not include a oppy disk drive. If you need to use a oppy disk,
connect the USB oppy disk drive to any of the USB ports on the front or rear panel.
WARNING
HAZARDOUS MOVING PARTS
KEEP FINGERS AND OTHER BODY PARTS AWAY
Turn off the system power and detach the power supply before removing or replacing any
system component.
1. Power supply unit
2. 120 mm x 120 mm system fan
3. ASUS P10S WS Server Board
4. Expansion card locks
5. Optical drive (Optional)
6. 1 x 5.25-inch drive bay
7. Front I/O board (hidden)
8. 3 x 3.5-inch Internal HDD bays
9. 1 x 2.5-inch Internal HDD/SSD bay

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SD/MMC/MS
Smart Card
CF / MD
1.7 LED information
1.7.1 Front panel LEDs
LED Icon Display status Description
Power LED ON System power ON
HDD Access LED OFF
Blinking
No activity
Read/write data into the HDD
HDD Access LED
Power LED
1.7.2 Rear panel LEDs
ACT/LINK LED SPEED LED
Status Description Status Description
OFF No link OFF 10 Mbps connection
GREEN Linked ORANGE 100 Mbps connection
BLINKING Data activity GREEN 1 Gbps connection
SD/MMC/MS
SmartCard
CF/MD
USB3.0
MICIN
SIDE REAR C/SUB
LINEOUT LINEIN
KY
DVI
VGA
OUT
HDMI
SPDIFOUT
Display/Port
USB3.1
10
USB3.0
SPEED LED
ACT/LINK LED
USB 3.0
MIC IN
SIDE REAR C/SUB
LINE OUT LINE IN
KY
DVI
VGA
OUT
HDMI
SPDIF OUT
Display/Port
USB 3.1
10
USB 3.0

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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.
Chapter 2: Hardware Setup

Chapter 2: Hardware Setup
2-2
USB3.0
MICIN
SIDE REAR C/SUB
LINEOUT LINEIN
KY
DVI
VGA
OUT
HDMI
SPDIFOUT
Display/Port
USB 3.1
10
USB3.0
2.1 Chassis cover
2.1.1 Removing the side cover
• Ensurethatyouunplugthepowercordbeforeremovingthesidecover.
• Takeextracarewhenremovingthesidecover.Keepyourngers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bareboneservershowninthissectionareforreferencepurposes
onlyandmaynotexactlymatchthemodelyoupurchase.
To remove the side cover:
1. Remove the two screws that secure the
side cover.
2. Pressthesidecoverlocksoutward.
Side cover locks
Screws