Asus P7F7-E WS SUPERCOMPUTER Bedienungsanleitung

Motherboard

P7F7-E WS

Supercomputer

E5403

First Edition

February 2010

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Contents

Notices....................................................................................................... viii

Safety information ...................................................................................... ix

About this guide .......................................................................................... x

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Chapter 1: Product introduction

1.1 Welcome! ...................................................................................... 1-1

1.2 Package contents......................................................................... 1-1

1.3 Special features............................................................................ 1-2

1.3.1 Product highlights ........................................................... 1-2

1.3.2 ASUS Xtreme Design—Hybrid Processor ...................... 1-3

1.3.3 ASUS Hybrid Phase........................................................ 1-3

1.3.4 ASUS Hybrid OS............................................................. 1-4

1.3.5 ASUS Exclusive Features............................................... 1-4

Chapter 2: Hardware information

2.1 Before you proceed ..................................................................... 2-1

2.2 Motherboard overview................................................................. 2-2

2.2.1 Motherboard layout ......................................................... 2-2

2.2.2 Layout contents............................................................... 2-3

2.2.3 Placement direction ........................................................ 2-4

2.2.4 Screw holes .................................................................... 2-4

2.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU) ................................................... 2-5

2.3.1 Installing the CPU ........................................................... 2-6

2.3.2 Installing the CPU heatsink and fan................................ 2-9

2.3.3 Uninstalling the CPU heatsink and fan ......................... 2-10

2.4 System memory ......................................................................... 2-11

2.4.1 Overview ........................................................................2-11

2.4.2 Memory configurations.................................................. 2-13

2.4.3 Installing a DIMM .......................................................... 2-27

2.4.4 Removing a DIMM ........................................................ 2-27

2.5 Expansion slots.......................................................................... 2-28

2.5.1 Installing an expansion card ......................................... 2-28

2.5.2 Configuring an expansion card ..................................... 2-28

2.5.3 Interrupt assignments ................................................... 2-29

2.5.4 PCI Express x1 slot....................................................... 2-30

2.5.5 PCI Express 2.0 x16 slots............................................. 2-30

Contents

2.6 Jumper ........................................................................................ 2-31

2.7 Connectors ................................................................................. 2-32

2.7.1 Rear panel connectors.................................................. 2-32

2.7.2 Audio I/O connections................................................... 2-33

2.7.3 Internal connectors ....................................................... 2-37

2.7.4 Onboard switches ......................................................... 2-46

2.8 Onboard LEDs............................................................................ 2-48

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2.10 Turning off the computer........................................................... 2-50

2.10.1 Using the OS shut down function.................................. 2-50

2.10.2 Using the dual function power switch............................ 2-50

Chapter 3: BIOS setup

3.1 Managing and updating your BIOS ............................................ 3-1

3.1.1 ASUS Update utility ........................................................ 3-1

3.1.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility................................................... 3-4

3.1.3 BUPDATER utility............................................................ 3-5

3.1.4 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility ...................................... 3-6

3.2 BIOS setup program .................................................................... 3-7

3.2.1 BIOS menu screen.......................................................... 3-8

3.3.2 Menu bar......................................................................... 3-8

3.2.3 Navigation keys............................................................... 3-8

3.2.4 Menu items ..................................................................... 3-9

3.2.5 Submenu items ............................................................... 3-9

3.2.6 Configuration fields ......................................................... 3-9

3.2.7 Pop-up window ............................................................... 3-9

3.2.8 Scroll bar......................................................................... 3-9

3.2.9 General help ................................................................... 3-9

3.3 Main menu .................................................................................. 3-10

3.3.1 System Time [xx:xx:xx] ................................................. 3-10

3.3.2 System Date [Day xx/xx/xxxx]....................................... 3-10

3.3.3 Language [English] ....................................................... 3-10

3.3.4 SATA 1-6 ........................................................................3-11

3.3.5 Storage Configuration ................................................... 3-13

3.3.6 AHCI Configuration ....................................................... 3-14

3.3.7 System Information ....................................................... 3-14

Contents

3.4 Ai Tweaker menu........................................................................ 3-15

3.4.1 CPU Level Up [Auto]..................................................... 3-16

3.4.2 Ai Overclock Tuner [Auto] ............................................. 3-16

3.4.3 CPU Ratio Setting [Auto] .............................................. 3-16

3.4.4 Intel(R) SpeedStep (TM) Tech. [Enabled] ..................... 3-17

3.4.5 Intel(R) TurboMode Tech [Enabled] .............................. 3-17

3.4.6 Xtreme Phase Full Power Mode [Auto]......................... 3-17

3.4.7 DRAM Frequency [Auto] ............................................... 3-17

3.4.8 QPI Frequency [Auto] ................................................... 3-17

3.4.9 ASUS/3rd Party UI Priority [ASUS Utility] ..................... 3-17

3.4.10 OC Tuner [Turbo Profile] ............................................... 3-18

3.4.11 Start auto tuning............................................................ 3-18

3.4.12 DRAM Timing Control [Auto]......................................... 3-18

3.4.13 CPU Differential Amplitude [Auto] ................................. 3-19

3.4.14 CPU Clock Skew [Auto] ................................................ 3-19

3.4.15 CPU Voltage Mode [Offset] .......................................... 3-20

3.4.16 IMC Voltage [Auto] ....................................................... 3-20

3.4.17 DRAM Voltage [Auto] ................................................... 3-20

3.4.18 CPU PLL Voltage [Auto]................................................ 3-20

3.4.19 PCH Voltage [Auto] ....................................................... 3-21

3.4.20 Load-Line Calibration [Auto] ......................................... 3-21

3.4.21 CPU Spread Spectrum [Auto] ....................................... 3-21

3.4.22 PCIE Spread Spectrum [Auto] ...................................... 3-21

3.5 Advanced menu ......................................................................... 3-22

3.5.1 CPU Configuration ........................................................ 3-22

3.5.2 Uncore Configuration .................................................... 3-25

3.5.3 Onboard Devices Configuration.................................... 3-26

3.5.4 USB Configuration ........................................................ 3-27

3.5.5 PCIPnP ......................................................................... 3-28

3.5.6 Intel VT-d [Disabled]...................................................... 3-28

3.5.7 T.Probe [Disabled]......................................................... 3-28

3.6 Power menu................................................................................ 3-29

3.6.1 Suspend Mode [Auto] ................................................... 3-29

3.6.2 Repost Video on S3 Resume [No] ................................ 3-29

3.6.3 ACPI 2.0 Support [Disabled] ......................................... 3-29

Contents

3.6.6 APM Configuration........................................................ 3-30

3.6.4 ACPI APIC Support [Enabled]....................................... 3-30

3.6.5 EuP Ready [Disabled]................................................... 3-30

3.6.7 Hardware Monitor ......................................................... 3-32

3.7 Boot menu .................................................................................. 3-34

3.7.1 Boot Device Priority ...................................................... 3-34

3.7.2 Hard Disk Drives; CDROM Drives ................................ 3-34

3.7.3 Boot Settings Configuration .......................................... 3-35

3.7.4 Security ......................................................................... 3-36

3.8 Tools menu ................................................................................. 3-38

3.8.1 ASUS O.C. Profile......................................................... 3-38

3.8.2 AI NET 2........................................................................ 3-39

3.8.3 ASUS EZ Flash 2.......................................................... 3-40

3.8.4 Express Gate ................................................................ 3-40

3.9 Exit menu.................................................................................... 3-42

Chapter 4: Software support

4.1 Installing an operating system ................................................... 4-1

4.2 Support DVD information ............................................................ 4-1

4.2.1 Running the support DVD ............................................... 4-1

4.2.2 Drivers menu................................................................... 4-2

4.2.3 Utilities menu .................................................................. 4-4

4.2.4 Make disk menu.............................................................. 4-5

4.2.5 Manual menu .................................................................. 4-6

4.2.6 ASUS Contact information .............................................. 4-6

4.2.7 Other information ............................................................ 4-7

4.3 Software information ................................................................... 4-9

4.3.1 ASUS PC Probe II........................................................... 4-9

4.3.2 ASUS AI Suite............................................................... 4-15

4.3.3 ASUS Fan Xpert ........................................................... 4-17

4.3.4 ASUS EPU-6 Engine .................................................... 4-18

4.3.5 ASUS Express Gate ..................................................... 4-19

4.3.6 ASUS T.Probe............................................................... 4-21

4.4 ASUS Unique Overclocking Utility—TurboV EVO................... 4-22

4.4.1 Using ASUS TurboV...................................................... 4-22

4.4.2 Using ASUS TurboV Auto Tuning Mode........................ 4-23

4.5 ASUS GPU Boost ....................................................................... 4-26

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4.6.1 RAID definitions ............................................................ 4-27

4.6.2 Installing Serial ATA hard disks ..................................... 4-28

4.6.3 Setting the RAID item in BIOS ...................................... 4-28

4.6.4 Intel®Matrix Storage Manager option ROM utility......... 4-28

4. Creating a RAID driver disk....................................................... 4-32

4.7.1 Creating a RAID driver disk without entering the OS.... 4-32

4.7.2 Creating a RAID driver disk in Windows®...................... 4-32

4.7.3 Installing the RAID driver during

Windows®OS installation.............................................. 4-33

4.7.4 Using a USB floppy disk drive....................................... 4-33

Chapter 5: Multiple GPU technology support

5.1 ATI®CrossFireX™ technology .................................................... 5-1

5.1.1 Requirements.................................................................. 5-1

5.1.2 Before you begin............................................................. 5-1

5.1.3 Installing CrossFireX graphics cards .............................. 5-2

5.1.4 Installing the device drivers............................................. 5-3

5.1.5 Enabling the ATI®CrossFireX™ technology ................... 5-3

5.2 NVIDIA®SLI™ technology ........................................................... 5-5

5.2.1 Requirements.................................................................. 5-5

5.2.2 Installing two SLI-ready graphics cards .......................... 5-6

5.2.3 Installing three SLI-ready graphics cards........................ 5-7

5.2.4 Installing the device drivers............................................. 5-8

5.2.5 Enabling the NVIDIA®SLI™ technology ......................... 5-8

5.3 NVIDIA®CUDA™ technology .................................................... 5-11

5.3.1 Requirements.................................................................5-11

5.3.2 Installing CUDA-ready graphics cards ...........................5-11

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Notices

Federal Communications Commission Statement

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the

following two conditions:

• This device may not cause harmful interference, and

• This device must accept any interference received including interference that

may cause undesired operation.

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a

Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are

designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a

residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio

frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with manufacturer’s

instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However,

there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If

this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception,

which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is

encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following

measures:

• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

• Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the

receiver is connected.

• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

Canadian Department of Communications Statement

This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for radio noise emissions

from digital apparatus set out in the Radio Interference Regulations of the

Canadian Department of Communications.

This class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.

The use of shielded cables for connection of the monitor to the graphics card is

required to assure compliance with FCC regulations. Changes or modifications

to this unit not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance

could void the user’s authority to operate this equipment.

REACH

Complying with the REACH (Registration, Evaluation, Authorization, and

Restriction of Chemicals) regulatory framework, we published the chemical

substances in our products at ASUS website at http://green.asus.com/english/

REACH.htm.

Safety information

Electrical safety

• To prevent electrical shock hazard, disconnect the power cable from the

electrical outlet before relocating the system.

• When adding or removing devices to or from the system, ensure that the power

cables for the devices are unplugged before the signal cables are connected. If

possible, disconnect all power cables from the existing system before you add

a device.

• Before connecting or removing signal cables from the motherboard, ensure

that all power cables are unplugged.

• Seek professional assistance before using an adapter or extension cord.

These devices could interrupt the grounding circuit.

• Ensure that your power supply is set to the correct voltage in your area. If you

are not sure about the voltage of the electrical outlet you are using, contact

your local power company.

• If the power supply is broken, do not try to fix it by yourself. Contact a qualified

service technician or your retailer.

Operation safety

• Before installing the motherboard and adding devices on it, carefully read all

the manuals that came with the package.

• Before using the product, ensure all cables are correctly connected and the

power cables are not damaged. If you detect any damage, contact your dealer

immediately.

• To avoid short circuits, keep paper clips, screws, and staples away from

connectors, slots, sockets and circuitry.

• Avoid dust, humidity, and temperature extremes. Do not place the product in

any area where it may become wet.

• Place the product on a stable surface.

• If you encounter technical problems with the product, contact a qualified

service technician or your retailer.

DO NOT throw the motherboard in municipal waste. This product has been

designed to enable proper reuse of parts and recycling. This symbol of the

crossed out wheeled bin indicates that the product (electrical and electronic

equipment) should not be placed in municipal waste. Check local regulations for

disposal of electronic products.

DO NOT throw the mercury-containing button cell battery in municipal waste.

This symbol of the crossed out wheeled bin indicates that the battery should not

be placed in municipal waste.

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Refer to the following sources for additional information and for product and

software updates.

1. ASUS websites

The ASUS website provides updated information on ASUS hardware and

software products. Refer to the ASUS contact information.

2. Optional documentation

Your product package may include optional documentation, such as warranty

flyers, that may have been added by your dealer. These documents are not

part of the standard package.

About this guide

This user guide contains the information you need when installing and configuring

the motherboard.

How this guide is organized

This guide contains the following parts:

• Chapter 1: Product introduction

This chapter describes the features of the motherboard and the new

technology it supports.

• Chapter 2: Hardware information

This chapter lists the hardware setup procedures that you have to perform

when installing system components. It includes description of the switches,

jumpers, and connectors on the motherboard.

• Chapter 3: BIOS setup

This chapter tells how to change system settings through the BIOS Setup

menus. Detailed descriptions of the BIOS parameters are also provided.

• Chapter 4: Software support

This chapter describes the contents of the support DVD that comes with the

motherboard package and the software.

• Chapter 5: Multiple GPU technology support

This chapter describes how to install and configure multiple ATI®

CrossFireX™ and NVIDIA®SLI™ graphics cards.

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