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Supports HDMI 1.4 with Max resolution 4096 x 2304@60 Hz - 1.3 E500 G5 SFF specifications summary The ASUS E500 G5 SFF is a workstation featuring the ASUS WS C246M PRO Workstation board. Supports DisplayPort 1.2 with Max resolution 4096 x 2160@24 Hz - ...processors / Intel® Celeron™ processors* Supports Intel® Turbo Boost Technology Core Logic Total Slots * Refer to www.asus.com for Intel® CPU support list Intel® C246 Chipset 4 (2-channel per CPU, 4 DIMM per CPU) Capacity...(Options: No ODD / DVD-RW or DVD-ROM) (continued on the next page) ASUS E500 G5 SFF 1-3
Supports HDMI 1.4 with Max resolution 4096 x 2304@60 Hz - 1.3 E500 G5 SFF specifications summary The ASUS E500 G5 SFF is a workstation featuring the ASUS WS C246M PRO Workstation board. Supports DisplayPort 1.2 with Max resolution 4096 x 2160@24 Hz - ...processors / Intel® Celeron™ processors* Supports Intel® Turbo Boost Technology Core Logic Total Slots * Refer to www.asus.com for Intel® CPU support list Intel® C246 Chipset 4 (2-channel per CPU, 4 DIMM per CPU) Capacity...(Options: No ODD / DVD-RW or DVD-ROM) (continued on the next page) ASUS E500 G5 SFF 1-3
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... reader (Optional) Optical Drive (Optional) MIC IN LINE OUT LINE IN KY C/SUB USB BIOS Flashback DVI SPDIF OUT REAR DisplayPort USB 3.0 SIDE HDMI BIOS ASUS E500 G5 SFF 1-5 The power button, and USB ports are all conveniently located at the front panel for the card reader and optical drive. 1.4 Front panel features The...
... reader (Optional) Optical Drive (Optional) MIC IN LINE OUT LINE IN KY C/SUB USB BIOS Flashback DVI SPDIF OUT REAR DisplayPort USB 3.0 SIDE HDMI BIOS ASUS E500 G5 SFF 1-5 The power button, and USB ports are all conveniently located at the front panel for the card reader and optical drive. 1.4 Front panel features The...
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ASUS WS C246M PRO Workstation Board 4. Expansion card locks 5. Power supply unit 2. 1.6 Internal features The ASUS E500 G5 SFF Pedestal server system includes the basic components as shown: 1. Card reader (Optional) 7. Optical drive (Optional) 6. WARNING HAZARDOUS MOVING PARTS KEEP FINGERS AND OTHER BODY PARTS AWAY ASUS E500 G5 SFF 1-7 System fan 3. Front I/O board (hidden) 8. 2 x 3.5-inch Internal HDD bays (hidden) Turn off the system power and detach the power supply before removing or replacing any system component.
ASUS WS C246M PRO Workstation Board 4. Expansion card locks 5. Power supply unit 2. 1.6 Internal features The ASUS E500 G5 SFF Pedestal server system includes the basic components as shown: 1. Card reader (Optional) 7. Optical drive (Optional) 6. WARNING HAZARDOUS MOVING PARTS KEEP FINGERS AND OTHER BODY PARTS AWAY ASUS E500 G5 SFF 1-7 System fan 3. Front I/O board (hidden) 8. 2 x 3.5-inch Internal HDD bays (hidden) Turn off the system power and detach the power supply before removing or replacing any system component.
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... chassis cover: 1. Slightly pull the chassis cover toward the rear just enough to detach it from components inside the chassis that secure the chassis cover. 2. ASUS E500 G5 SFF 2-3 2.2 2.2.1 Chassis cover Removing the chassis cover • Ensure that you purchase.
... chassis cover: 1. Slightly pull the chassis cover toward the rear just enough to detach it from components inside the chassis that secure the chassis cover. 2. ASUS E500 G5 SFF 2-3 2.2 2.2.1 Chassis cover Removing the chassis cover • Ensure that you purchase.
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Load plate Load lever Retention tab Gold triangle mark Alignment key CPU notches Alignment key Load lever Retention lock ASUS E500 G5 SFF Load lever Retention tab 2-5
Load plate Load lever Retention tab Gold triangle mark Alignment key CPU notches Alignment key Load lever Retention lock ASUS E500 G5 SFF Load lever Retention tab 2-5
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A DDR4 module is notched differently from a DDR, DDR2 or DDR3 module. DO NOT install a DDR, DDR2 or DDR3 memory module to the DDR4 slot. Recommended memory configurations ASUS E500 G5 SFF 2-7 2.5 System memory The motherboard comes with four DDR 4 (Double Data Rate 4) Dual Inline Memory Modules (DIMM) slots.
A DDR4 module is notched differently from a DDR, DDR2 or DDR3 module. DO NOT install a DDR, DDR2 or DDR3 memory module to the DDR4 slot. Recommended memory configurations ASUS E500 G5 SFF 2-7 2.5 System memory The motherboard comes with four DDR 4 (Double Data Rate 4) Dual Inline Memory Modules (DIMM) slots.
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Ensure the front panel cover latches are secure. Align the front panel cover to the chassis and replace the front panel cover. Push the assembly module lock towards the rear ton secure the assembly module. 3. Align the assembly module with the chassis and insert it into the chassis. 2. 2.6.2 Replacing the assembly module and front cover To replace the assembly module and front panel cover: 1. ASUS E500 G5 SFF 2-11
Ensure the front panel cover latches are secure. Align the front panel cover to the chassis and replace the front panel cover. Push the assembly module lock towards the rear ton secure the assembly module. 3. Align the assembly module with the chassis and insert it into the chassis. 2. 2.6.2 Replacing the assembly module and front cover To replace the assembly module and front panel cover: 1. ASUS E500 G5 SFF 2-11
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ASUS E500 G5 SFF 2-13 Connect the connector to the bundled USB 3.2 Gen 1 cable, then connect the USB 3.2 Gen 1 cable to section 3.5 Internal connectors for more information. 2. Screw holes 4. ...
ASUS E500 G5 SFF 2-13 Connect the connector to the bundled USB 3.2 Gen 1 cable, then connect the USB 3.2 Gen 1 cable to section 3.5 Internal connectors for more information. 2. Screw holes 4. ...
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Refer to 2.6.1 Removing the assembly module for more information. 2. Refer to the power connector of the drive. 5. Screw holes ASUS E500 G5 SFF 2-15 Remove the assembly module from the power supply to 2.6.2 Replacing the assembly module and front cover for more information. Insert and carefully push the ...
Refer to 2.6.1 Removing the assembly module for more information. 2. Refer to the power connector of the drive. 5. Screw holes ASUS E500 G5 SFF 2-15 Remove the assembly module from the power supply to 2.6.2 Replacing the assembly module and front cover for more information. Insert and carefully push the ...
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Connect a SATA power cable from the power supply to the power connector of the assembly module. 6. Reinstall the assembly module and front panel cover. Refer to the SATA connector of the drive. 7. Screw holes ASUS E500 G5 SFF 2-17 Secure the cage with two (2) screws into the screw holes on the right side of the drive. 8. Connect the SATA cable to 2.6.2 Replacing the assembly module and front cover for more information. 5.
Connect a SATA power cable from the power supply to the power connector of the assembly module. 6. Reinstall the assembly module and front panel cover. Refer to the SATA connector of the drive. 7. Screw holes ASUS E500 G5 SFF 2-17 Secure the cage with two (2) screws into the screw holes on the right side of the drive. 8. Connect the SATA cable to 2.6.2 Replacing the assembly module and front cover for more information. 5.
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ASUS E500 G5 SFF 2-19 Metal bracket lock 2. Expansion card PCI-E slot 4. Remove the screw from the metal bracket lock. 2.11.1 Installing an expansion card To install an expansion card: 1. Align and insert the expansion card into the PCI-E slot, then secure it with a screw. Push the metal bracket lock back and secure it with the screw removed previously. Push the metal bracket lock outwards (A), then remove the metal bracket (B). 3.
ASUS E500 G5 SFF 2-19 Metal bracket lock 2. Expansion card PCI-E slot 4. Remove the screw from the metal bracket lock. 2.11.1 Installing an expansion card To install an expansion card: 1. Align and insert the expansion card into the PCI-E slot, then secure it with a screw. Push the metal bracket lock back and secure it with the screw removed previously. Push the metal bracket lock outwards (A), then remove the metal bracket (B). 3.
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ASUS E500 G5 SFF 2-21 Use tools such as a screw driver to bend and remove the metal cover to the screw holes on the rear I/O cover, then secure the COM port using two (2) screws. 3. Align the COM port to avoid physical injury. 2. CC//SSUUBB C/SUB RREEAARR REAR DisplayPort DDiissppllaayyPPoorrtt SSPPDDIIFF OOUUTT SPDIF OUT HDMI HHDDMMII 2.11.3 (optional) Installing the COM port To install a COM port to the COM1 connector. Take extra care when removing the metal cover. Connect the COM port to the rear panel: 1. Remove the metal cover of the rear COM port.
ASUS E500 G5 SFF 2-21 Use tools such as a screw driver to bend and remove the metal cover to the screw holes on the rear I/O cover, then secure the COM port using two (2) screws. 3. Align the COM port to avoid physical injury. 2. CC//SSUUBB C/SUB RREEAARR REAR DisplayPort DDiissppllaayyPPoorrtt SSPPDDIIFF OOUUTT SPDIF OUT HDMI HHDDMMII 2.11.3 (optional) Installing the COM port To install a COM port to the COM1 connector. Take extra care when removing the metal cover. Connect the COM port to the rear panel: 1. Remove the metal cover of the rear COM port.
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...for three seconds to support new CPUs. Wait until the Flashback LED blinks three times, indicating that the BIOS updating process is enabled. 5. ASUS E500 G5 SFF 2-23 To use a USB 2.0 storage device to the USB Flashback port. Shut down your motherboard, press the BIOS Flashback button for this... motherboard. 2. Download the latest BIOS from the support site at www.asus.com/support/ and save the latest BIOS version for better compatibility and stability. • When downloading or updating the BIOS file, ...
...for three seconds to support new CPUs. Wait until the Flashback LED blinks three times, indicating that the BIOS updating process is enabled. 5. ASUS E500 G5 SFF 2-23 To use a USB 2.0 storage device to the USB Flashback port. Shut down your motherboard, press the BIOS Flashback button for this... motherboard. 2. Download the latest BIOS from the support site at www.asus.com/support/ and save the latest BIOS version for better compatibility and stability. • When downloading or updating the BIOS file, ...
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VGA port 3. HDMI port 5. USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A ports 3 and 4 7. Optical S/PDIF Out port 9. USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports 5 and 6 6. Intel® LAN port 1 and 2 (I219-LM & I210-AT)* 4. Audio I /O connection Rear panel connectors 1. USB 2.0 ports 1 and 2 8. ASUS E500 G5 SFF 2-25 DisplayPort 2. 2.14 Motherboard rear and audio connection 2.14.1 Rear I /O ports** * and ** : Refer to the tables on the next page for LAN port LEDs and audio port definitions.
VGA port 3. HDMI port 5. USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A ports 3 and 4 7. Optical S/PDIF Out port 9. USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports 5 and 6 6. Intel® LAN port 1 and 2 (I219-LM & I210-AT)* 4. Audio I /O connection Rear panel connectors 1. USB 2.0 ports 1 and 2 8. ASUS E500 G5 SFF 2-25 DisplayPort 2. 2.14 Motherboard rear and audio connection 2.14.1 Rear I /O ports** * and ** : Refer to the tables on the next page for LAN port LEDs and audio port definitions.
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2.14.2 Audio I/O connection Audio I/O ports Connect to Headphone and Mic Connect to Stereo Speakers Connect to 2-channel Speakers ASUS E500 G5 SFF 2-27
2.14.2 Audio I/O connection Audio I/O ports Connect to Headphone and Mic Connect to Stereo Speakers Connect to 2-channel Speakers ASUS E500 G5 SFF 2-27
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... with ATX power supplies, the system LED lights up when you do not see anything within 30 seconds from orange to enter the BIOS Setup. ASUS E500 G5 SFF 2-29 External storage devices (starting with a surge protector. 5. BIOS Beep One short beep One continuous beep followed by two short beeps then a pause (repeated) One...
... with ATX power supplies, the system LED lights up when you do not see anything within 30 seconds from orange to enter the BIOS Setup. ASUS E500 G5 SFF 2-29 External storage devices (starting with a surge protector. 5. BIOS Beep One short beep One continuous beep followed by two short beeps then a pause (repeated) One...
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... controller setting (3-pin LAN_SW2) Page 2-7 3-19 3-7 3-20 3-21 3-16 3-22 3-15 2-23 3-6 3-12 3-20 3-18 3-17 3-7 3-14 3-15 3-21 3-11 3-14 3-13 3-16 3-13 3-5 3-18 3-4 2-4 3-6 ASUS E500 G5 SFF 3-3 DDR4 DIMM slots 2. PCH_MFG1 setting (3-pin PCH_MFG1) 16.
... controller setting (3-pin LAN_SW2) Page 2-7 3-19 3-7 3-20 3-21 3-16 3-22 3-15 2-23 3-6 3-12 3-20 3-18 3-17 3-7 3-14 3-15 3-21 3-11 3-14 3-13 3-16 3-13 3-5 3-18 3-4 2-4 3-6 ASUS E500 G5 SFF 3-3 DDR4 DIMM slots 2. PCH_MFG1 setting (3-pin PCH_MFG1) 16.
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... Real Time Clock (RTC) RAM in CMOS, which include system setup information such as system passwords. Shorting the CLRTC1 jumper will cause system boot failure! ASUS E500 G5 SFF 3-5 You can clear the CMOS memory of date, time, and system setup parameters by erasing the CMOS RTC RAM data. Move the jumper cap from...
... Real Time Clock (RTC) RAM in CMOS, which include system setup information such as system passwords. Shorting the CLRTC1 jumper will cause system boot failure! ASUS E500 G5 SFF 3-5 You can clear the CMOS memory of date, time, and system setup parameters by erasing the CMOS RTC RAM data. Move the jumper cap from...
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Set to pins 2-3 to enable or disable the Smart Ride Through (SmaRT) function. When enabled, SmaRT allows uninterrupted operation of the system during an AC loss event. Smart Ride Through (SmaRT) setting (3-pin SMART_PSU1) This jumper allows you to update the BIOS ME block. 5. This feature is enabled by default. ASUS E500 G5 SFF 3-7 PCH_MFG1 setting (3-pin PCH_MFG1) This jumper allows you to disable it. 4.
Set to pins 2-3 to enable or disable the Smart Ride Through (SmaRT) function. When enabled, SmaRT allows uninterrupted operation of the system during an AC loss event. Smart Ride Through (SmaRT) setting (3-pin SMART_PSU1) This jumper allows you to update the BIOS ME block. 5. This feature is enabled by default. ASUS E500 G5 SFF 3-7 PCH_MFG1 setting (3-pin PCH_MFG1) This jumper allows you to disable it. 4.