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...Capacity Maximum up to 64GB (UDIMM) Memory Memory Type 4 x DIMM, Max 64GB, DDR4 2400/2133 MHz, ECC/ non-ECC UDIMM * Refer to ASUS server AVL for the latest update Memory Size 1 GB, 2GB, 4GB, 8GB, 16GB (UDIMM) Total PCI/PCI-X /PCI-E Slots 4 Expansion Slots Slot ... - Supports Intel® HD Graphics, InTru™ 3D, Quick Sync Video, Clear Video HD Technology, Insider™ - 1.3 ESC500 G4 specifications summary The ASUS ESC500 G4 is a workstation featuring the ASUS P10S WS server board. Maximum shared memory of 512MB 2 x 5.25" media bays (Options: DVD-ROM/DVD-RW) (continued on...
...Capacity Maximum up to 64GB (UDIMM) Memory Memory Type 4 x DIMM, Max 64GB, DDR4 2400/2133 MHz, ECC/ non-ECC UDIMM * Refer to ASUS server AVL for the latest update Memory Size 1 GB, 2GB, 4GB, 8GB, 16GB (UDIMM) Total PCI/PCI-X /PCI-E Slots 4 Expansion Slots Slot ... - Supports Intel® HD Graphics, InTru™ 3D, Quick Sync Video, Clear Video HD Technology, Insider™ - 1.3 ESC500 G4 specifications summary The ASUS ESC500 G4 is a workstation featuring the ASUS P10S WS server board. Maximum shared memory of 512MB 2 x 5.25" media bays (Options: DVD-ROM/DVD-RW) (continued on...
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The power and reset buttons, LED indicators, optical drive, and USB ports are all conveniently located at the front panel for the LED descriptions. ASUS ESC500 G4 1-5 1.4 Front panel features The ESC500 G4 workstation features a simple yet stylish front panel design. Optical Drive (Optional) Empty 5.25-inch bay Card reader (optional) USB 3.0 ports USB 2.0 ports Headphone port Microphone port Smart Card SD/MMC/MS Power LED Reset button Power button HDD access LED Refer to the Front panel LEDs section for easy access.
The power and reset buttons, LED indicators, optical drive, and USB ports are all conveniently located at the front panel for the LED descriptions. ASUS ESC500 G4 1-5 1.4 Front panel features The ESC500 G4 workstation features a simple yet stylish front panel design. Optical Drive (Optional) Empty 5.25-inch bay Card reader (optional) USB 3.0 ports USB 2.0 ports Headphone port Microphone port Smart Card SD/MMC/MS Power LED Reset button Power button HDD access LED Refer to the Front panel LEDs section for easy access.
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... panel. The barebone server does not include a floppy disk drive. WARNING HAZARDOUS MOVING PARTS KEEP FINGERS AND OTHER BODY PARTS AWAY ASUS ESC500 G4 1-7 Expansion card locks 5. Power supply unit 2. 120 mm x 120 mm system fan (optional) 3. ASUS P10S WS Server Board 4. 1.6 Internal features The ASUS ESC500 G4 Pedestal server system includes the basic components as shown: 1.
... panel. The barebone server does not include a floppy disk drive. WARNING HAZARDOUS MOVING PARTS KEEP FINGERS AND OTHER BODY PARTS AWAY ASUS ESC500 G4 1-7 Expansion card locks 5. Power supply unit 2. 120 mm x 120 mm system fan (optional) 3. ASUS P10S WS Server Board 4. 1.6 Internal features The ASUS ESC500 G4 Pedestal server system includes the basic components as shown: 1.
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Remove the cover and set it from the chassis. 4. ASUS ESC500 G4 2-3 Slightly pull the side cover toward the rear just enough to detach it aside. 3.
Remove the cover and set it from the chassis. 4. ASUS ESC500 G4 2-3 Slightly pull the side cover toward the rear just enough to detach it aside. 3.
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Load plate Load lever Retention tab Gold triangle mark Alignment key CPU notches Alignment key Load lever Retention lock ASUS ESC500 G4 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 ESC500 G4 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 ESC500 G4 2-7 2.4 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 ESC500 G4 2-7 2.4 System memory The motherboard comes with four DDR 4 (Double Data Rate 4) Dual Inline Memory Modules (DIMM) slots.
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.... Apply force to both of its ends then insert the DIMM vertically into a socket in only one direction. Support the DIMM lightly with extra force. ASUS ESC500 G4 2-9 Remove the DIMM from a single clip DIMM socket 1. DIMM slot key Unlocked retaining clip A DIMM is keyed with a notch so that the notch on the...
.... Apply force to both of its ends then insert the DIMM vertically into a socket in only one direction. Support the DIMM lightly with extra force. ASUS ESC500 G4 2-9 Remove the DIMM from a single clip DIMM socket 1. DIMM slot key Unlocked retaining clip A DIMM is keyed with a notch so that the notch on the...
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... the metal cover to the Removing the front panel cover section for additional 5.25-inch optical, zip, or floppy disk drives. Metal cover Screw driver ASUS ESC500 G4 2-11 2.6 5.25-inch drives This system comes with an optical drive, the optical drive occupies the topmost bay (1). Take extra care when removing the metal...
... the metal cover to the Removing the front panel cover section for additional 5.25-inch optical, zip, or floppy disk drives. Metal cover Screw driver ASUS ESC500 G4 2-11 2.6 5.25-inch drives This system comes with an optical drive, the optical drive occupies the topmost bay (1). Take extra care when removing the metal...
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Locate the HDD cage lock, press the it up (A), then swing the HDD cage outwards (B) until it clicks in place. HDD cage lock HDD cage 4. ASUS ESC500 G4 Screw hole (HDD cage) Screw holes (HDD) 2-13 Prepare the 3.5-inch HDD and the bundled set of the chassis. Remove the side cover of screws. 3. ...
Locate the HDD cage lock, press the it up (A), then swing the HDD cage outwards (B) until it clicks in place. HDD cage lock HDD cage 4. ASUS ESC500 G4 Screw hole (HDD cage) Screw holes (HDD) 2-13 Prepare the 3.5-inch HDD and the bundled set of the chassis. Remove the side cover of screws. 3. ...
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... bundled set of the chassis. Push it up (A), then swing the HDD cage outwards (B). 5. HDD cage lock HDD cage Matching screw holes 2.5-inch HDD/SSD ASUS ESC500 G4 2-15 Lay the system on its screw holes align with the holes on a flat and stable surface. 4. Installing 2.5-inch HDD/SSD To install a 2.5-inch HDD...
... bundled set of the chassis. Push it up (A), then swing the HDD cage outwards (B). 5. HDD cage lock HDD cage Matching screw holes 2.5-inch HDD/SSD ASUS ESC500 G4 2-15 Lay the system on its screw holes align with the holes on a flat and stable surface. 4. Installing 2.5-inch HDD/SSD To install a 2.5-inch HDD...
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Failure to do so may cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components. Slot No. 1 2 3 4 Slot Description PCIe 3.0/2.0 x16_1 slot PCIe 3.0/2.0 x16_2 slot PCIe 3.0/2.0 x16_3 slot PCIe 3.0/2.0 x16_4 slot ASUS ESC500 G4 2-17 2.8 Expansion slots Unplug the power cord before adding or removing expansion cards.
Failure to do so may cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components. Slot No. 1 2 3 4 Slot Description PCIe 3.0/2.0 x16_1 slot PCIe 3.0/2.0 x16_2 slot PCIe 3.0/2.0 x16_3 slot PCIe 3.0/2.0 x16_4 slot ASUS ESC500 G4 2-17 2.8 Expansion slots Unplug the power cord before adding or removing expansion cards.
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Expansion card PCI-E slot 5. PCI-E latch ASUS ESC500 G4 2-19 Lift the PCI-E latch inwards until it clicks into the PCI-E slot. 4. Align and insert the expansion card into place securing the expansion card to the chassis. 6. (Optional) Replace the screw of the metal bracket.
Expansion card PCI-E slot 5. PCI-E latch ASUS ESC500 G4 2-19 Lift the PCI-E latch inwards until it clicks into the PCI-E slot. 4. Align and insert the expansion card into place securing the expansion card to the chassis. 6. (Optional) Replace the screw of the metal bracket.
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Align and insert the M.2 card into the M.2 connector (NGFF1). 5. NGFF1 Stand screw Screw Screw hole • Please pay attention when removing the screw, the stand screw might be removed together with the screw you removed in step 2. 2.8.3 Installing M.2 (NGFF) cards To install an M.2 card: 1. Locate the M.2 connector (NGFF1) on the stand screw. 3. Prepare the M.2 card. 4. Remove the screw on the motherboard. 2. Secure the M.2 card with it. • Ensure that the M.2 card is positioned between the screw and the stand screw before securing it. ASUS ESC500 G4 2-21
Align and insert the M.2 card into the M.2 connector (NGFF1). 5. NGFF1 Stand screw Screw Screw hole • Please pay attention when removing the screw, the stand screw might be removed together with the screw you removed in step 2. 2.8.3 Installing M.2 (NGFF) cards To install an M.2 card: 1. Locate the M.2 connector (NGFF1) on the stand screw. 3. Prepare the M.2 card. 4. Remove the screw on the motherboard. 2. Secure the M.2 card with it. • Ensure that the M.2 card is positioned between the screw and the stand screw before securing it. ASUS ESC500 G4 2-21
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..., press the BIOS Flashback button for three seconds to automatically update the BIOS. Refer to section 3.4 Onboard LEDs for the location of the Flashback LED. ASUS ESC500 G4 2-23 Place the bundled support DVD to complete the installation. 2. Insert the USB storage device to the USB Flashback port. • We recommend you to...
..., press the BIOS Flashback button for three seconds to automatically update the BIOS. Refer to section 3.4 Onboard LEDs for the location of the Flashback LED. ASUS ESC500 G4 2-23 Place the bundled support DVD to complete the installation. 2. Insert the USB storage device to the USB Flashback port. • We recommend you to...
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... LED LAN port You can only be used as data storage only. • We strongly recommend that you disabled it. DisplayPort / Mini DisplayPort: 675 MHz - ASUS ESC500 G4 2-25 Once disabled, the LAN2 port's ACT/LINK LED and SPEED LED stop blinking. • USB 3.0 devices can disable the LAN controllers in BIOS.
... LED LAN port You can only be used as data storage only. • We strongly recommend that you disabled it. DisplayPort / Mini DisplayPort: 675 MHz - ASUS ESC500 G4 2-25 Once disabled, the LAN2 port's ACT/LINK LED and SPEED LED stop blinking. • USB 3.0 devices can disable the LAN controllers in BIOS.
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Connect to 2.1 channel Speakers Connect to 4.1 channel Speakers Connect to 5.1 channel Speakers If you are using Windows 8.1 platform, use only the gray audio port for Side Speaker Out in a 6-channel configuration. ASUS ESC500 G4 2-27
Connect to 2.1 channel Speakers Connect to 4.1 channel Speakers Connect to 5.1 channel Speakers If you are using Windows 8.1 platform, use only the gray audio port for Side Speaker Out in a 6-channel configuration. ASUS ESC500 G4 2-27
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.... USB 2.0 connectors (10-1 USB1112; Digital audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT) Page 3-17 2-4 3-16 2-7 3-5 3-15 3-7 3-11 3-6 3-19 3-8 3-13 3-18 2-23 3-4 3-4 3-20 3-14 3-13 3-10 3-19 3-12 3-12 ASUS ESC500 G4 3-3 CPU, CPU optional, and chassis fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN; 4-pin CPU_OPT; 4-pin CHA_FAN1-4) 4. System panel connector (20-5 pin PANEL) 14. Reset button 16. M.2 socket 3 (M.2 X1_1...
.... USB 2.0 connectors (10-1 USB1112; Digital audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT) Page 3-17 2-4 3-16 2-7 3-5 3-15 3-7 3-11 3-6 3-19 3-8 3-13 3-18 2-23 3-4 3-4 3-20 3-14 3-13 3-10 3-19 3-12 3-12 ASUS ESC500 G4 3-3 CPU, CPU optional, and chassis fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN; 4-pin CPU_OPT; 4-pin CHA_FAN1-4) 4. System panel connector (20-5 pin PANEL) 14. Reset button 16. M.2 socket 3 (M.2 X1_1...
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...hold the MemOK! The blinking speed of the DRAM_LED. • The DRAM_LED also lights up due to the latest BIOS version from www.asus.com after turning on the computer. button to boot after the whole tuning process, the DRAM_LED lights continuously. function. button lights continuously....the system continues memory tuning after using the MemOK! If the installed DIMMs still fail to boot and load the BIOS default settings. ASUS ESC500 G4 3-5 Turn off the computer and unplug the power cord for the system to memory tuning requirement, the system automatically reboots when each ...
...hold the MemOK! The blinking speed of the DRAM_LED. • The DRAM_LED also lights up due to the latest BIOS version from www.asus.com after turning on the computer. button to boot after the whole tuning process, the DRAM_LED lights continuously. function. button lights continuously....the system continues memory tuning after using the MemOK! If the installed DIMMs still fail to boot and load the BIOS default settings. ASUS ESC500 G4 3-5 Turn off the computer and unplug the power cord for the system to memory tuning requirement, the system automatically reboots when each ...
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5. Clear CMOS button (CLR_CMOS) Press this button to clear the BIOS setup information only when the systems hangs due to overclocking. ASUS ESC500 G4 3-7
5. Clear CMOS button (CLR_CMOS) Press this button to clear the BIOS setup information only when the systems hangs due to overclocking. ASUS ESC500 G4 3-7
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The POST State LEDs provide the most probable cause of these key components during POST (Power-On-Self Test): CPU, memory modules, VGA card, and hard disk drives. EPU LED (OLED2) The EPU LED lights up until the problem is enabled. The actual cause may vary from case to case. 2. POST State LEDs The POST State LEDs provide the status of an error code as a starting point for troubleshooting. ASUS ESC500 G4 3-9 If an error is found, the critical component's LED stays lit up when the EPU switch is solved. 3.4 Onboard LEDs 1.
The POST State LEDs provide the most probable cause of these key components during POST (Power-On-Self Test): CPU, memory modules, VGA card, and hard disk drives. EPU LED (OLED2) The EPU LED lights up until the problem is enabled. The actual cause may vary from case to case. 2. POST State LEDs The POST State LEDs provide the status of an error code as a starting point for troubleshooting. ASUS ESC500 G4 3-9 If an error is found, the critical component's LED stays lit up when the EPU switch is solved. 3.4 Onboard LEDs 1.