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This chapter contains the following sections: 1.1 Welcome!...1-3 1.2 Package contents 1-3 1.3 Serial number label 1-4 1.4 Special features 1-4 ASUS P9D-X Chapter summary 1 This chapter describes the motherboard features and the new technologies it supports.
This chapter contains the following sections: 1.1 Welcome!...1-3 1.2 Package contents 1-3 1.3 Serial number label 1-4 1.4 Special features 1-4 ASUS P9D-X Chapter summary 1 This chapter describes the motherboard features and the new technologies it supports.
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ASUS P9D-X 1-3 Before you for LGA1150 Packaging Qty. 1 1 4 2 1 1 1 1 1 pc per carton Standard Bulk Pack 1 ---1 1 1 1 10 pcs per carton If any of ASUS quality motherboards! The motherboard delivers a host of new features and latest technologies, making it , check the items in... 3G cable SATA 6G cable Application CD Support CD ASWM Enterprise SDVD Documentation Motherboard User Guide Accessory Metal Plate for buying an ASUS® P9D-X motherboard! Thank you start installing the motherboard and hardware devices on it another standout in your package with the list below....
ASUS P9D-X 1-3 Before you for LGA1150 Packaging Qty. 1 1 4 2 1 1 1 1 1 pc per carton Standard Bulk Pack 1 ---1 1 1 1 10 pcs per carton If any of ASUS quality motherboards! The motherboard delivers a host of new features and latest technologies, making it , check the items in... 3G cable SATA 6G cable Application CD Support CD ASWM Enterprise SDVD Documentation Motherboard User Guide Accessory Metal Plate for buying an ASUS® P9D-X motherboard! Thank you start installing the motherboard and hardware devices on it another standout in your package with the list below....
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... new features, including Native Command Queuing (NCQ), Power Management (PM) Implementation Algorithm, and Hot Swap. USB 3.0 technology The motherboard implements the USB 3.0 technology with USB 2.0. ASUS P9D-X 1-5 Get enhanced scalability, faster data retrieval, double the bandwidth of current bus systems with its complete backward compatibility to 6Gbps data transfer rates. The system...
... new features, including Native Command Queuing (NCQ), Power Management (PM) Implementation Algorithm, and Hot Swap. USB 3.0 technology The motherboard implements the USB 3.0 technology with USB 2.0. ASUS P9D-X 1-5 Get enhanced scalability, faster data retrieval, double the bandwidth of current bus systems with its complete backward compatibility to 6Gbps data transfer rates. The system...
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ASUS P9D-X 2-3 Failure to do so may cause severe damage to avoid touching the ICs on them. • Whenever you uninstall any component, place it on a grounded ...
ASUS P9D-X 2-3 Failure to do so may cause severe damage to avoid touching the ICs on them. • Whenever you uninstall any component, place it on a grounded ...
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..., then fit the CPU notches to the socket's alignment keys. Load lever Retention tab Load plate 4. Gold triangle mark Alignment key CPU notches Alignment key ASUS P9D-X 2-9 2. The CPU fits in only one orientation. Position the CPU above the socket, ensuring that the gold triangle mark is released from the CPU socket...
..., then fit the CPU notches to the socket's alignment keys. Load lever Retention tab Load plate 4. Gold triangle mark Alignment key CPU notches Alignment key ASUS P9D-X 2-9 2. The CPU fits in only one orientation. Position the CPU above the socket, ensuring that the gold triangle mark is released from the CPU socket...
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...® certified multi‑directional CPU heatsink or CPU heatsink with CPU fan. • Use an LGA1150-compatible CPU heatsink and CPU fan assembly only. ASUS P9D-X 2-11 Place the heatsink on top of the installed CPU, making sure that the four fasteners B match the holes on the package. Ensure that you...
...® certified multi‑directional CPU heatsink or CPU heatsink with CPU fan. • Use an LGA1150-compatible CPU heatsink and CPU fan assembly only. ASUS P9D-X 2-11 Place the heatsink on top of the installed CPU, making sure that the four fasteners B match the holes on the package. Ensure that you...
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Ensure that you use qualified heatsink assembly only. • Ensure that the heatsink is not skewed or tilted, otherwise the CPU will overheat. 2. ASUS P9D-X 2-13 2.3.4 Installing the CPU heatsink in rack The Intel® LGA1150 processor requires a specially designed heatsink to ensure optimum thermal condition and performance. • Ensure ...
Ensure that you use qualified heatsink assembly only. • Ensure that the heatsink is not skewed or tilted, otherwise the CPU will overheat. 2. ASUS P9D-X 2-13 2.3.4 Installing the CPU heatsink in rack The Intel® LGA1150 processor requires a specially designed heatsink to ensure optimum thermal condition and performance. • Ensure ...
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... vendor lists of the memory modules. Hold the DIMM by pressing the DIMM notch retaining clip outward. 2. Remove the DIMM from a single clip DIMM socket 1. ASUS P9D-X 2-15 Align a DIMM on the socket such that 1 the notch on the DIMM matches the DIMM slot key on a single clip DIMM socket 1. Unlock a DIMM...
... vendor lists of the memory modules. Hold the DIMM by pressing the DIMM notch retaining clip outward. 2. Remove the DIMM from a single clip DIMM socket 1. ASUS P9D-X 2-15 Align a DIMM on the socket such that 1 the notch on the DIMM matches the DIMM slot key on a single clip DIMM socket 1. Unlock a DIMM...
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ASUS P9D-X 2-17 Programmable Interrupt 3* 11 Communications Port (COM2) 4* 12 Communications Port (COM1) 5* 13 -- 6 14 Floppy Disk Controller 7* 15 -- 8 3 System CMOS/Real Time Clock 9* 4 ACPI Mode when ...
ASUS P9D-X 2-17 Programmable Interrupt 3* 11 Communications Port (COM2) 4* 12 Communications Port (COM1) 5* 13 -- 6 14 Floppy Disk Controller 7* 15 -- 8 3 System CMOS/Real Time Clock 9* 4 ACPI Mode when ...
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... of the audio card with a screw. 2.5.8 Connecting the Thermal sensor cable Follow the steps below to connect the Thermal sensor (TR1) cable to monitor temperature. ASUS P9D-X 2-19 2.5.7 Installing the Audio card 1. Locate the MIO card slot on the motherboard. 2. Secure the audio card to the connector. 3.
... of the audio card with a screw. 2.5.8 Connecting the Thermal sensor cable Follow the steps below to connect the Thermal sensor (TR1) cable to monitor temperature. ASUS P9D-X 2-19 2.5.7 Installing the Audio card 1. Locate the MIO card slot on the motherboard. 2. Secure the audio card to the connector. 3.
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3. ASUS P9D-X 2-21 This LED helps you visually locate the server among other servers especially when you are located at the back of the server rack. Location LED (LOCLED1) The Location LED is an onboard LED that ligths up when the Location Button on the front panel is pressed.
3. ASUS P9D-X 2-21 This LED helps you visually locate the server among other servers especially when you are located at the back of the server rack. Location LED (LOCLED1) The Location LED is an onboard LED that ligths up when the Location Button on the front panel is pressed.
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Set to pins 1- 2 to enable or disable the onboard Intel® I210AT Gigabit LAN controllers. LAN controller setting (3-pin LAN_SW1, LAN_SW2) These jumpers allows you to activate the Gigabit LAN feature. 2. VGA controller setting (3-pin VGA_SW1) This jumper allows you to activate the VGA feature. 3. Set to pins 1-2 to enable or disable the onboard VGA controller. ASUS P9D-X 2-23
Set to pins 1- 2 to enable or disable the onboard Intel® I210AT Gigabit LAN controllers. LAN controller setting (3-pin LAN_SW1, LAN_SW2) These jumpers allows you to activate the Gigabit LAN feature. 2. VGA controller setting (3-pin VGA_SW1) This jumper allows you to activate the VGA feature. 3. Set to pins 1-2 to enable or disable the onboard VGA controller. ASUS P9D-X 2-23
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... No link OFF 10 Mbps connection GREEN Linked ORANGE 100 Mbps connection BLINKING Data activity GREEN 1 Gbps connection ACT/LINK SPEED LED LED LAN port ASUS P9D-X 2-25 RJ-45 ports for a PS/2 keyboard or mouse. 2. This port is on Button. Power-on . 9. USB 2.0 ports 1 and 2. These two 4-pin Universal Serial Bus...
... No link OFF 10 Mbps connection GREEN Linked ORANGE 100 Mbps connection BLINKING Data activity GREEN 1 Gbps connection ACT/LINK SPEED LED LED LAN port ASUS P9D-X 2-25 RJ-45 ports for a PS/2 keyboard or mouse. 2. This port is on Button. Power-on . 9. USB 2.0 ports 1 and 2. These two 4-pin Universal Serial Bus...
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These USB connectors comply with USB 2.0 specification that supports up . 3. Hard disk activity LED connector (4-pin HDLED1) This LED connector is for USB 2.0 ports. The read or write activities of any device connected to these connectors. ASUS P9D-X 2-27 USB 2.0 connector (A-Type USB9 , 10-1 pin USB78, 10-1 pin USB1011) These connectors are for the storage add-on card cable connected to the SATA or SAS add-on card causes the front panel LED to light up to 480 Mbps connection speed. Connect the USB module cables to the SATA or SAS add-on card. 2.
These USB connectors comply with USB 2.0 specification that supports up . 3. Hard disk activity LED connector (4-pin HDLED1) This LED connector is for USB 2.0 ports. The read or write activities of any device connected to these connectors. ASUS P9D-X 2-27 USB 2.0 connector (A-Type USB9 , 10-1 pin USB78, 10-1 pin USB1011) These connectors are for the storage add-on card cable connected to the SATA or SAS add-on card causes the front panel LED to light up to 480 Mbps connection speed. Connect the USB module cables to the SATA or SAS add-on card. 2.
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Serial port connector (10-1 pin COM2) The connector is used for the serial COM port. ASUS P9D-X 2-29 Serial General Purpose Input/Output connector (6-1 pin SGPIO1) The SGPIO 1 connector is for the Intel Rapid Storage Technology Enterprise SGPIO interface that controls the LED pattern generation, device information, and general purpose data. 7. Connect the serial port module cable to the connector, then install the serial port module to an open slot at the back of the system chassis. 6.
Serial port connector (10-1 pin COM2) The connector is used for the serial COM port. ASUS P9D-X 2-29 Serial General Purpose Input/Output connector (6-1 pin SGPIO1) The SGPIO 1 connector is for the Intel Rapid Storage Technology Enterprise SGPIO interface that controls the LED pattern generation, device information, and general purpose data. 7. Connect the serial port module cable to the connector, then install the serial port module to an open slot at the back of the system chassis. 6.
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VGA connector (16-1 pin VGA_HDR1) This connector supports the VGA High Dynamic-Range interface. ASUS P9D-X 2-31 10.
VGA connector (16-1 pin VGA_HDR1) This connector supports the VGA High Dynamic-Range interface. ASUS P9D-X 2-31 10.
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... activity LED (2-pin +HDLED) This 2-pin connector is controlled by Hardware monitor to hear system beeps and warnings. 4. Power button/soft-off the system power. ASUS P9D-X 2-33 Reset button (2-pin RESET) This 2-pin connector is for the chassis-mounted reset button for system reboot without turning off button (2-pin PWRSW) This...
... activity LED (2-pin +HDLED) This 2-pin connector is controlled by Hardware monitor to hear system beeps and warnings. 4. Power button/soft-off the system power. ASUS P9D-X 2-33 Reset button (2-pin RESET) This 2-pin connector is for the chassis-mounted reset button for system reboot without turning off button (2-pin PWRSW) This...
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Chapter summary 3 This chapter describes the power up sequence, and ways of shutting down the system.This chapter contains the following sections: 3.1 Starting up for the first time 3-3 3.2 Powering off the computer 3-4 ASUS P9D-X
Chapter summary 3 This chapter describes the power up sequence, and ways of shutting down the system.This chapter contains the following sections: 3.1 Starting up for the first time 3-3 3.2 Powering off the computer 3-4 ASUS P9D-X
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...-on , hold down the key to the power connector at the back of the system chassis. 4. Connect the power cord to enter the BIOS Setup. ASUS P9D-X 3-3 After applying power, the system power LED on the chain) c. External storage devices (starting with "green" standards or if it has a "power standby" feature, the...
...-on , hold down the key to the power connector at the back of the system chassis. 4. Connect the power cord to enter the BIOS Setup. ASUS P9D-X 3-3 After applying power, the system power LED on the chain) c. External storage devices (starting with "green" standards or if it has a "power standby" feature, the...