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...Chipset: 8 x SATA 6Gb/s with 1 x M.2 (PCI-E Gen3) or Disk SATA Controller Controller 7 x SATA 6Gb/s with PCIe x16_3. 1.3 Pro E500 G7 specifications summary The ASUS Pro E500 G7 is shared with 1 x M.2 (SATA mode) Intel® RST (Windows®) (Support software RAID 0, 1, 10 & 5) (Support Intel®...; Optane memory) Storage Bays Storage Bay MB on the next page) ASUS Pro E500 G7 1-3 Supports DVI-D with max. Core Logic Total Slots Intel® W580 Chipset 4 (2-channel per CPU, 4 DIMM per CPU) Capacity Maximum ...
...Chipset: 8 x SATA 6Gb/s with 1 x M.2 (PCI-E Gen3) or Disk SATA Controller Controller 7 x SATA 6Gb/s with PCIe x16_3. 1.3 Pro E500 G7 specifications summary The ASUS Pro E500 G7 is shared with 1 x M.2 (SATA mode) Intel® RST (Windows®) (Support software RAID 0, 1, 10 & 5) (Support Intel®...; Optane memory) Storage Bays Storage Bay MB on the next page) ASUS Pro E500 G7 1-3 Supports DVI-D with max. Core Logic Total Slots Intel® W580 Chipset 4 (2-channel per CPU, 4 DIMM per CPU) Capacity Maximum ...
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ASUS Pro E500 G7 1-5 Pro E500 G7 specifications summary Power Supply and Rating Environment 300W Bronze ATX Power Supply (100-127/220-240Vac, 6-3A, 50-60Hz, Class I) 550W Gold ATX Power Supply (100-240Vac, 9-4.5A, 50-60Hz) 750W Gold ATX Power Supply (100-240Vac, 9-4.5A, 50/60Hz) Operating temperature: 10°C ~ 35°C Non operating temperature: -40°C ~ 70°C Non operating humidity: 20% ~ 90% (Non condensing) Specifications are subject to change without notice.
ASUS Pro E500 G7 1-5 Pro E500 G7 specifications summary Power Supply and Rating Environment 300W Bronze ATX Power Supply (100-127/220-240Vac, 6-3A, 50-60Hz, Class I) 550W Gold ATX Power Supply (100-240Vac, 9-4.5A, 50-60Hz) 750W Gold ATX Power Supply (100-240Vac, 9-4.5A, 50/60Hz) Operating temperature: 10°C ~ 35°C Non operating temperature: -40°C ~ 70°C Non operating humidity: 20% ~ 90% (Non condensing) Specifications are subject to change without notice.
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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. Power connector VGA port DisplayPort HDMI port DVI port LAN port USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C® port USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A port Audio ports HDMI Display/Port DVI VGA OUT 2.5G 10 TYPE C SPDIF OUT REAR 2.5G C/SUB MIC IN LINE OUT LINE IN KY Single power supply 120 mm x 120 mm system fan vents PCIe latch Expansion slots ASUS Pro E500 G7 1-7
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. Power connector VGA port DisplayPort HDMI port DVI port LAN port USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C® port USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A port Audio ports HDMI Display/Port DVI VGA OUT 2.5G 10 TYPE C SPDIF OUT REAR 2.5G C/SUB MIC IN LINE OUT LINE IN KY Single power supply 120 mm x 120 mm system fan vents PCIe latch Expansion slots ASUS Pro E500 G7 1-7
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1.6 Internal features The ASUS Pro E500 G7 Pedestal server system includes the basic components as shown: 1. Expansion card locks 5. The barebone server does not include a floppy disk drive. WARNING HAZARDOUS MOVING PARTS KEEP FINGERS AND OTHER BODY PARTS AWAY 1-8 Chapter 1: Product Introduction ASUS W580/SYS motherboard 4. Optical drive (Optional) 6. 1 x 5.25-inch drive bay 7. Front I/O board (hidden...
1.6 Internal features The ASUS Pro E500 G7 Pedestal server system includes the basic components as shown: 1. Expansion card locks 5. The barebone server does not include a floppy disk drive. WARNING HAZARDOUS MOVING PARTS KEEP FINGERS AND OTHER BODY PARTS AWAY 1-8 Chapter 1: Product Introduction ASUS W580/SYS motherboard 4. Optical drive (Optional) 6. 1 x 5.25-inch drive bay 7. Front I/O board (hidden...
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1.7 LED information 1.7.1 Front panel LEDs Smart Card SD/MMC/MS Smart Card SD/MMC/MS HDD Access LED LED Icon HDD Access LED Display status OFF Blinking Description No activity Read/write data into the HDD ASUS Pro E500 G7 1-9
1.7 LED information 1.7.1 Front panel LEDs Smart Card SD/MMC/MS Smart Card SD/MMC/MS HDD Access LED LED Icon HDD Access LED Display status OFF Blinking Description No activity Read/write data into the HDD ASUS Pro E500 G7 1-9
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3. ASUS Pro E500 G7 2-3 Remove the cover and set it from the chassis. 4. Slightly pull the side cover toward the rear just enough to detach it aside.
3. ASUS Pro E500 G7 2-3 Remove the cover and set it from the chassis. 4. Slightly pull the side cover toward the rear just enough to detach it aside.
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Load plate Load lever Retention tab Gold triangle mark Alignment key CPU notches Alignment key Load lever Retention lock ASUS Pro E500 G7 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 Pro E500 G7 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 Pro E500 G7 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 Pro E500 G7 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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... of the memory modules. The DIMM might get damaged when it fits in the wrong direction to unlock the DIMM. 2. Apply force to the ASUS website for qualified vendor lists of the DIMM. 2.4.1 Installing a DIMM on the socket. Hold the DIMM by pressing the DIMM notch retaining clip ...key on a single clip DIMM socket 1. DO NOT force a DIMM into the socket. Press the retaining clip outward to avoid damaging the DIMM. 3. ASUS Pro E500 G7 2-9 Remove the DIMM from a single clip DIMM socket 1. Align a DIMM on the socket such that it flips out with your fingers when pressing ...
... of the memory modules. The DIMM might get damaged when it fits in the wrong direction to unlock the DIMM. 2. Apply force to the ASUS website for qualified vendor lists of the DIMM. 2.4.1 Installing a DIMM on the socket. Hold the DIMM by pressing the DIMM notch retaining clip ...key on a single clip DIMM socket 1. DO NOT force a DIMM into the socket. Press the retaining clip outward to avoid damaging the DIMM. 3. ASUS Pro E500 G7 2-9 Remove the DIMM from a single clip DIMM socket 1. Align a DIMM on the socket such that it flips out with your fingers when pressing ...
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... the metal cover of the chassis. Use tools such as a screw driver to bend and remove the metal cover to use. Metal cover Screw driver ASUS Pro E500 G7 2-11 Bay locks 3. Take extra care when removing the metal cover. The lower bays (2 and 3) are available for more information. 2. 2.6 5.25-inch drives This system...
... the metal cover of the chassis. Use tools such as a screw driver to bend and remove the metal cover to use. Metal cover Screw driver ASUS Pro E500 G7 2-11 Bay locks 3. Take extra care when removing the metal cover. The lower bays (2 and 3) are available for more information. 2. 2.6 5.25-inch drives This system...
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... and insert the 3.5-inch HDD into the drive bay ensuring that the screw holes on the HDD matches the screw holes on the HDD cage. ASUS Pro E500 G7 Screw hole (HDD cage) Screw holes (HDD) 2-13 Remove the side cover of screws. 3. 2.7 Hard disk drives (HDD) The server system supports three (3) 3.5-inch Serial...
... and insert the 3.5-inch HDD into the drive bay ensuring that the screw holes on the HDD matches the screw holes on the HDD cage. ASUS Pro E500 G7 Screw hole (HDD cage) Screw holes (HDD) 2-13 Remove the side cover of screws. 3. 2.7 Hard disk drives (HDD) The server system supports three (3) 3.5-inch Serial...
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... bay. Align and insert the 2.5-inch HDD/SSD into the drive bay as shown. HDD cage lock HDD cage Matching screw holes 2.5-inch HDD/SSD ASUS Pro E500 G7 2-15 Installing 2.5-inch HDD/SSD To install a 2.5-inch HDD/SSD: 1. Lay the system on its screw holes align with the holes on a flat and stable...
... bay. Align and insert the 2.5-inch HDD/SSD into the drive bay as shown. HDD cage lock HDD cage Matching screw holes 2.5-inch HDD/SSD ASUS Pro E500 G7 2-15 Installing 2.5-inch HDD/SSD To install a 2.5-inch HDD/SSD: 1. Lay the system on its screw holes align with the holes on a flat and stable...
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Failure to do so may cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components. 2.8 Expansion slots Unplug the power cord before adding or removing expansion cards. Slot No. 1 2 3 4 5 Slot Description PCIE x16_1 slot PCIE x1_2 slot PCIE x16_2 slot PCIE x16_3 slot PCIE x16_4 slot ASUS Pro E500 G7 2-17
Failure to do so may cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components. 2.8 Expansion slots Unplug the power cord before adding or removing expansion cards. Slot No. 1 2 3 4 5 Slot Description PCIE x16_1 slot PCIE x1_2 slot PCIE x16_2 slot PCIE x16_3 slot PCIE x16_4 slot ASUS Pro E500 G7 2-17
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Align and insert the expansion card into place securing the expansion card to the chassis. 6. (Optional) Replace the screw of the metal bracket. 4. Lift the PCIe latch inwards until it clicks into the PCIe slot. Expansion card PCIe slot 5. PCIe latch ASUS Pro E500 G7 2-19
Align and insert the expansion card into place securing the expansion card to the chassis. 6. (Optional) Replace the screw of the metal bracket. 4. Lift the PCIe latch inwards until it clicks into the PCIe slot. Expansion card PCIe slot 5. PCIe latch ASUS Pro E500 G7 2-19
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NGFF1 2. Prepare the M.2 card. 4. Remove the screw on the motherboard. Align and insert the M.2 card into the M.2 connector (M.2(SOCKET3)). 5. ASUS Pro E500 G7 2-21 Screw Screw hole • Please pay attention when removing the screw, the stand screw might be removed together with the screw you removed in ...
NGFF1 2. Prepare the M.2 card. 4. Remove the screw on the motherboard. Align and insert the M.2 card into the M.2 connector (M.2(SOCKET3)). 5. ASUS Pro E500 G7 2-21 Screw Screw hole • Please pay attention when removing the screw, the stand screw might be removed together with the screw you removed in ...
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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, rename it to a USB ... 2.0 storage device to the USB port (the USB port is enabled. Simply insert a USB storage device to save it as W580S.CAP for this motherboard. 2. ASUS Pro E500 G7 2-23 On your computer. 4. 2.10 BIOS update utility USB BIOS FlashBack™ USB BIOS FlashBack™ allows you to start the update process.
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, rename it to a USB ... 2.0 storage device to the USB port (the USB port is enabled. Simply insert a USB storage device to save it as W580S.CAP for this motherboard. 2. ASUS Pro E500 G7 2-23 On your computer. 4. 2.10 BIOS update utility USB BIOS FlashBack™ USB BIOS FlashBack™ allows you to start the update process.
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... Front Speaker Out Mic In Center/Sub woofer Rear Speaker Out Side Speaker Out Front Speaker Out Mic In Center/Sub woofer Rear Speaker Out ASUS Pro E500 G7 2-25 Optical S/PDIF Out port 12. Audio I /O connection Rear panel connectors 1. DisplayPort 2. VGA port 3. Intel® LAN I225 6. USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports 7 and 8 9. USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type...
... Front Speaker Out Mic In Center/Sub woofer Rear Speaker Out Side Speaker Out Front Speaker Out Mic In Center/Sub woofer Rear Speaker Out ASUS Pro E500 G7 2-25 Optical S/PDIF Out port 12. Audio I /O connection Rear panel connectors 1. DisplayPort 2. VGA port 3. Intel® LAN I225 6. USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports 7 and 8 9. USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type...
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.... Thunderbolt™ header 19. M.2 slot (Key E) Page 3-15 2-4 3-13 2-7 3-11 3-18 3-16 3-9 3-8 3-7 3-14 3-12 3-10 3-5 3-17 3-18 3-10 3-19 3-10 3-4 3-17 3-12 3-10 3-13 3-20 ASUS Pro E500 G7 3-3 USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 Type-C® Front Panel connector 7. TPM connector 14. Reset button 21. M.2 sockets 8. LPT and Q-Code switch 18. LPT connector 22. Front panel...
.... Thunderbolt™ header 19. M.2 slot (Key E) Page 3-15 2-4 3-13 2-7 3-11 3-18 3-16 3-9 3-8 3-7 3-14 3-12 3-10 3-5 3-17 3-18 3-10 3-19 3-10 3-4 3-17 3-12 3-10 3-13 3-20 ASUS Pro E500 G7 3-3 USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 Type-C® Front Panel connector 7. TPM connector 14. Reset button 21. M.2 sockets 8. LPT and Q-Code switch 18. LPT connector 22. Front panel...
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... the CLRTC jumper will cause system boot failure! 3.3 Jumpers 1. Clear RTC RAM This header allows you to re- Use a metal object such as system passwords. ASUS Pro E500 G7 3-5 You can clear the CMOS memory of date, and system setup parameters by erasing the CMOS RTC RAM data. Plug the power cord and turn...
... the CLRTC jumper will cause system boot failure! 3.3 Jumpers 1. Clear RTC RAM This header allows you to re- Use a metal object such as system passwords. ASUS Pro E500 G7 3-5 You can clear the CMOS memory of date, and system setup parameters by erasing the CMOS RTC RAM data. Plug the power cord and turn...
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This user-friendly design provides an intuitive way to case. 2. ASUS Pro E500 G7 3-7 If an error is found, the corresponding LED remains lit until the problem is solved. USB BIOS FlashBack™ LED The BIOS FlashBack™ LED ...
This user-friendly design provides an intuitive way to case. 2. ASUS Pro E500 G7 3-7 If an error is found, the corresponding LED remains lit until the problem is solved. USB BIOS FlashBack™ LED The BIOS FlashBack™ LED ...