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Contents Safety information...iv About this guide...iv Package contents...vi ASUS Pro WS C422-ACE specifications summary vi Chapter 1: Product Introduction 1.1 Before you proceed 1-1 1.2 Motherboard overview 1-1 1.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU 1-11 1.4 System memory 1-13 Chapter 2: BIOS Information 2.1 Managing and updating your BIOS 2-1 2.2 BIOS setup program 2-4 2.3 Exit menu...2-9 Appendix Q-Code table...A-1 Notices ...A-5 iii
Contents Safety information...iv About this guide...iv Package contents...vi ASUS Pro WS C422-ACE specifications summary vi Chapter 1: Product Introduction 1.1 Before you proceed 1-1 1.2 Motherboard overview 1-1 1.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU 1-11 1.4 System memory 1-13 Chapter 2: BIOS Information 2.1 Managing and updating your BIOS 2-1 2.2 BIOS setup program 2-4 2.3 Exit menu...2-9 Appendix Q-Code table...A-1 Notices ...A-5 iii
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..., contact your motherboard package for the following items. Motherboard Cables Accessories Application DVD Documentation 1 x ASUS Pro WS C422-ACE Motherboard 4 x Serial ATA 6.0Gb/s cables 1 x M.2 Screw Package 1 x M.2 vertical bracket 1 x ASUS 2-Way VGA Holder 1 x Support DVD 1 x User manual If any of these features depends...support depends on the CPU types and VGA cards. (continued on the CPU types. Package contents Check your retailer. ASUS Pro WS C422-ACE specifications summary CPU Chipset Memory Expansion slots Multi-GPU Support Intel® Socket 2066 for Intel® Xeon™ ...
..., contact your motherboard package for the following items. Motherboard Cables Accessories Application DVD Documentation 1 x ASUS Pro WS C422-ACE Motherboard 4 x Serial ATA 6.0Gb/s cables 1 x M.2 Screw Package 1 x M.2 vertical bracket 1 x ASUS 2-Way VGA Holder 1 x Support DVD 1 x User manual If any of these features depends...support depends on the CPU types and VGA cards. (continued on the CPU types. Package contents Check your retailer. ASUS Pro WS C422-ACE specifications summary CPU Chipset Memory Expansion slots Multi-GPU Support Intel® Socket 2066 for Intel® Xeon™ ...
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...multi-streaming, front panel jack-retasking (MIC) - Intel® I210-AT Gigabit LAN Intel® I219-LM Gigabit LAN ASUS LANGuard ASUS Turbo LAN Utility Realtek® S1220A 8-channel high definition audio CODEC featuring Crystal Sound 3 - Impedance sense for headphone and ...® USB 3.2 Gen 2 hub - 4 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 ports at back I/O * Due to audio outputs - Premium Japan-made audio capacitors - ASUS Pro WS C422-ACE specifications summary Storage LAN Audio USB Intel® Xeon™ W-Series Processors support with RAID 0, 1, 5, 10 and Intel® Virtual RAID (VROC) Support 1...
...multi-streaming, front panel jack-retasking (MIC) - Intel® I210-AT Gigabit LAN Intel® I219-LM Gigabit LAN ASUS LANGuard ASUS Turbo LAN Utility Realtek® S1220A 8-channel high definition audio CODEC featuring Crystal Sound 3 - Impedance sense for headphone and ...® USB 3.2 Gen 2 hub - 4 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 ports at back I/O * Due to audio outputs - Premium Japan-made audio capacitors - ASUS Pro WS C422-ACE specifications summary Storage LAN Audio USB Intel® Xeon™ W-Series Processors support with RAID 0, 1, 5, 10 and Intel® Virtual RAID (VROC) Support 1...
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... - DIGI+ VRM: Digital 12 Power Stages AI Suite 3 Ai Charger ASUS Control Center Express - ASUS Fan Xpert 4 - ASUS Overvoltage Protection: World-class circuit-protecting power design - Enhanced ESD protection - DIGI+ Power Control - ASUS Q-DIMM - ASUS Q-Code - ASUS Stainless-Steel Back I/O: 3X corrosion-resistance for greater durability! - ASUS Pro WS C422-ACE specifications summary ASUS Exclusive Features Special Features Thermal Design 5-Way Optimization -
... - DIGI+ VRM: Digital 12 Power Stages AI Suite 3 Ai Charger ASUS Control Center Express - ASUS Fan Xpert 4 - ASUS Overvoltage Protection: World-class circuit-protecting power design - Enhanced ESD protection - DIGI+ Power Control - ASUS Q-DIMM - ASUS Q-Code - ASUS Stainless-Steel Back I/O: 3X corrosion-resistance for greater durability! - ASUS Pro WS C422-ACE specifications summary ASUS Exclusive Features Special Features Thermal Design 5-Way Optimization -
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ASUS Pro WS C422-ACE specifications summary Back Panel I/O Ports Internal I/O Connectors BIOS 1 x Optical S/PDIF out 2 x Intel® LAN (RJ45) port(black) 4 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 ports (teal blue, 3 x Type-A, 1 x Type-C) 4 x USB 3.2 ... 1 x System Panel connector 1 x Clear CMOS jumper 1 x BIOS Flashback button 1 x Reset button 1 x Q_Code 128 Mb Flash ROM, UEFI AMI BIOS, PnP, SM BIOS 3.2, ACPI 6.0, Multilanguage BIOS, ASUS EZ Flash 3, CrashFree BIOS 3, F1 General Help, F2 Previous Values, F3 MyFavorite, F5 Optimized Default, F6 QFan Control, F7 EZ mode/Advanced Mode, F9 Search...
ASUS Pro WS C422-ACE specifications summary Back Panel I/O Ports Internal I/O Connectors BIOS 1 x Optical S/PDIF out 2 x Intel® LAN (RJ45) port(black) 4 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 ports (teal blue, 3 x Type-A, 1 x Type-C) 4 x USB 3.2 ... 1 x System Panel connector 1 x Clear CMOS jumper 1 x BIOS Flashback button 1 x Reset button 1 x Q_Code 128 Mb Flash ROM, UEFI AMI BIOS, PnP, SM BIOS 3.2, ACPI 6.0, Multilanguage BIOS, ASUS EZ Flash 3, CrashFree BIOS 3, F1 General Help, F2 Previous Values, F3 MyFavorite, F5 Optimized Default, F6 QFan Control, F7 EZ mode/Advanced Mode, F9 Search...
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x ASUS Pro WS C422-ACE specifications summary Manageability Support DVD OS Support Form factor WfM 2.0, DMI 3.0, WOL by PME, PXE Drivers ASUS Utilities EZ Update Anti-virus software (OEM version) Windows® 10 64-bit ATX Form Factor, 12"x 9.6" (30.5cm x 24.4cm) Specifications are subject to change without notice.
x ASUS Pro WS C422-ACE specifications summary Manageability Support DVD OS Support Form factor WfM 2.0, DMI 3.0, WOL by PME, PXE Drivers ASUS Utilities EZ Update Anti-virus software (OEM version) Windows® 10 64-bit ATX Form Factor, 12"x 9.6" (30.5cm x 24.4cm) Specifications are subject to change without notice.
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... side towards the rear of the chassis Unplug the power cord before touching any motherboard settings. • Unplug the power cord from the power supply. ASUS Pro WS C422-ACE 1-1 Failure to do so can cause you install or remove any component, ensure that the ATX power supply is switched off or the power cord...
... side towards the rear of the chassis Unplug the power cord before touching any motherboard settings. • Unplug the power cord from the power supply. ASUS Pro WS C422-ACE 1-1 Failure to do so can cause you install or remove any component, ensure that the ATX power supply is switched off or the power cord...
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... +12V DC +12V DC +12 Volts +12 Volts +5V Standby Power OK GND +5 Volts +5 Volts +5 Volts +5 Volts -5 Volts GND GND until the connectors completely fit. ASUS Pro WS C422-ACE 1-3
... +12V DC +12V DC +12 Volts +12 Volts +5V Standby Power OK GND +5 Volts +5 Volts +5 Volts +5 Volts -5 Volts GND GND until the connectors completely fit. ASUS Pro WS C422-ACE 1-3
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... power LED (4-pin PWR_LED) This 4-pin connector is for the system power LED. USB910 USB1112 PIN 1 PIN 1 USB+5V USB_P10USB_P10+ GND USB+5V USB_P12USB_P12+ GND ASUS Pro WS C422-ACE 1-5
... power LED (4-pin PWR_LED) This 4-pin connector is for the system power LED. USB910 USB1112 PIN 1 PIN 1 USB+5V USB_P10USB_P10+ GND USB+5V USB_P12USB_P12+ GND ASUS Pro WS C422-ACE 1-5
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..., or put the system into sleep or soft-off mode (depending on the operating system settings). We recommend you to your computer. 5. Visit https://www.asus.com/support/ and download the latest BIOS version for three seconds, and the BIOS is plugged to a power source indicating that displays the system status... probable cause of an error code as PWCA.CAP, then copy it to easily update the BIOS without entering the existing BIOS or operating system. ASUS Pro WS C422-ACE 1-7 Simply insert a USB storage device to the USB Flashback port.
..., or put the system into sleep or soft-off mode (depending on the operating system settings). We recommend you to your computer. 5. Visit https://www.asus.com/support/ and download the latest BIOS version for three seconds, and the BIOS is plugged to a power source indicating that displays the system status... probable cause of an error code as PWCA.CAP, then copy it to easily update the BIOS without entering the existing BIOS or operating system. ASUS Pro WS C422-ACE 1-7 Simply insert a USB storage device to the USB Flashback port.
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Please connect your USB 3.2 Gen 1 devices to USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports and your USB 3.2 Gen 2 devices to ports with matching data transfer rate. ASUS Pro WS C422-ACE 1-9 These 9-pin Universal Serial Bus 3.2 (USB 3.2) ports are for your devices. 3. USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A port. Please connect your USB 3.2 Gen 1 devices to USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports ...
Please connect your USB 3.2 Gen 1 devices to USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports and your USB 3.2 Gen 2 devices to ports with matching data transfer rate. ASUS Pro WS C422-ACE 1-9 These 9-pin Universal Serial Bus 3.2 (USB 3.2) ports are for your devices. 3. USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A port. Please connect your USB 3.2 Gen 1 devices to USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports ...
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...Processing Unit (CPU) The motherboard comes with the cap on the socket and the socket contacts are unplugged before installing the CPU. ASUS will process Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) requests only if the motherboard comes with a surface mount LGA2066 socket designed for LGA2066 socket ... cap is shipment/ transit-related. • Keep the cap after installing the motherboard. Installing the CPU A B C A B B A ASUS Pro WS C422-ACE 1-11 Unplug all power cables are not bent. Ensure that all power cables before installing the CPU. • Upon purchase of the PnP cap....
...Processing Unit (CPU) The motherboard comes with the cap on the socket and the socket contacts are unplugged before installing the CPU. ASUS will process Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) requests only if the motherboard comes with a surface mount LGA2066 socket designed for LGA2066 socket ... cap is shipment/ transit-related. • Keep the cap after installing the motherboard. Installing the CPU A B C A B B A ASUS Pro WS C422-ACE 1-11 Unplug all power cables are not bent. Ensure that all power cables before installing the CPU. • Upon purchase of the PnP cap....
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... at a lower frequency than the vendor-marked value. • For system stability, use a more efficient memory cooling system to www.asus.com for the latest Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors List) ASUS Pro WS C422-ACE 1-13 The figure illustrates the location of the DDR4 DIMM sockets: Recommended memory configurations • The default memory operation frequency is...
... at a lower frequency than the vendor-marked value. • For system stability, use a more efficient memory cooling system to www.asus.com for the latest Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors List) ASUS Pro WS C422-ACE 1-13 The figure illustrates the location of the DDR4 DIMM sockets: Recommended memory configurations • The default memory operation frequency is...
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... a copy of the original motherboard BIOS file to a USB flash disk in case you need to restore the BIOS in the future. ASUS Pro WS C422-ACE 2-1 Copy the original motherboard BIOS using the ASUS Update utility. 2.1.1 EZ Update EZ Update is a utility that allows you can also manually update the saved BIOS and select a boot...
... a copy of the original motherboard BIOS file to a USB flash disk in case you need to restore the BIOS in the future. ASUS Pro WS C422-ACE 2-1 Copy the original motherboard BIOS using the ASUS Update utility. 2.1.1 EZ Update EZ Update is a utility that allows you can also manually update the saved BIOS and select a boot...
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...not be the latest version. Turn on the system. 2. When found, the utility reads the BIOS file and enters ASUS EZ Flash 3 utility automatically. 4. ASUS Pro WS C422-ACE 2-3 You can cause system boot failure! DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS to ...prevent system boot failure! 2.1.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility The ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 is an auto recovery tool that contains the updated BIOS file...
...not be the latest version. Turn on the system. 2. When found, the utility reads the BIOS file and enters ASUS EZ Flash 3 utility automatically. 4. ASUS Pro WS C422-ACE 2-3 You can cause system boot failure! DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS to ...prevent system boot failure! 2.1.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility The ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 is an auto recovery tool that contains the updated BIOS file...
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... . Go to the Setup Mode item in the Boot menu. Displays a quick overview of the system status Displays the system properties of the selected mode. ASUS Pro WS C422-ACE 2-5 2.2.1 EZ Mode By default, the EZ Mode screen appears when you installed to the system.
... . Go to the Setup Mode item in the Boot menu. Displays a quick overview of the system status Displays the system properties of the selected mode. ASUS Pro WS C422-ACE 2-5 2.2.1 EZ Mode By default, the EZ Mode screen appears when you installed to the system.
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To display the submenu, select the item and press . Click this button to manually tweak the fans to your BIOS. ASUS Pro WS C422-ACE 2-7 Select frequentlyused BIOS settings and save it to find the related item listing. Q-Fan Control (F6) This button above the menu bar displays the current ...
To display the submenu, select the item and press . Click this button to manually tweak the fans to your BIOS. ASUS Pro WS C422-ACE 2-7 Select frequentlyused BIOS settings and save it to find the related item listing. Q-Fan Control (F6) This button above the menu bar displays the current ...
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... ensure the values you press , a confirmation window appears. Save Changes & Reset Once you are finished making your changes. Select OK to discard changes and exit. ASUS Pro WS C422-ACE 2-9 Select OK to load the default values. 2.3 Exit menu The Exit menu items allow you to load the optimal default values for the BIOS items...
... ensure the values you press , a confirmation window appears. Save Changes & Reset Once you are finished making your changes. Select OK to discard changes and exit. ASUS Pro WS C422-ACE 2-9 Select OK to load the default values. 2.3 Exit menu The Exit menu items allow you to load the optimal default values for the BIOS items...
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... 37 - 3A 3B - 3E 4F 50 - 53 54 55 56 57 58 59 5A 5B 5C - 5F Description Not used Power on the next page) ASUS Pro WS C422-ACE A-1 Invalid memory type or incompatible memory speed Unspecified memory initialization error Memory not installed Invalid CPU type or Speed CPU mismatch CPU self test failed...
... 37 - 3A 3B - 3E 4F 50 - 53 54 55 56 57 58 59 5A 5B 5C - 5F Description Not used Power on the next page) ASUS Pro WS C422-ACE A-1 Invalid memory type or incompatible memory speed Unspecified memory initialization error Memory not installed Invalid CPU type or Speed CPU mismatch CPU self test failed...
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... Services event Runtime Set Virtual Address MAP Begin Runtime Set Virtual Address MAP End Legacy Option ROM Initialization System Reset (continued on the next page) ASUS Pro WS C422-ACE A-3
... Services event Runtime Set Virtual Address MAP Begin Runtime Set Virtual Address MAP End Legacy Option ROM Initialization System Reset (continued on the next page) ASUS Pro WS C422-ACE A-3