Asus Z7S WS User Manual

MotherboardZ7S WS

xConventions used in this guideTo make sure that you perform certain tasks properly, take note of the following symbols used throughout this manual.

4-30 Chapter 4: BIOS setup4.6.2 Boot Settings CongurationQuick Boot [Enabled]Enabling this item allows the BIOS to skip some power on self tests (PO

ASUS Z7S WS 4-314.6.3 SecurityThe Security menu items allow you to change the system security settings. Select an item then press <Enter> to di

4-32 Chapter 4: BIOS setupUser Access Level [Full Access]This item allows you to select the access restriction to the Setup items. Conguration option

ASUS Z7S WS 4-334.7 Tools menuThe Tools menu items allow you to congure options for special functions. Select an item then press <Enter> to di

4-34 Chapter 4: BIOS setup4.7.2 ASUS O.C. ProleThis item allows you to store or load multiple BIOS settings. Save to Proe 1/2Allows you to save the

ASUS Z7S WS 4-35Pressing <Esc> does not immediately exit this menu. Select one of the options from this menu or <F10> from the legend bar

4-36 Chapter 4: BIOS setup

5Chapter 5: Software supportThis chapter describes the contents of the support CD that comes with the motherboard package.

ASUS Z7S WSChapter summary55.1 Installing an operating system ... 5-15.2 Support DVD information ...

ASUS Z7S WS 5-1If Autorun is NOT enabled in your computer, browse the contents of the support DVD to locate the le ASSETUP.EXE from the BIN folder. D

xiZ7S WS specications summary(continued on the next page)CPU Dual LGA771 sockets for Dual-Core Intel® Xeon™ processors 5100/5200 sequences and Quad

5-2 Chapter 5: Software support5.2.2 Drivers menuThe drivers menu shows the available device drivers if the system detects installed devices. Install

ASUS Z7S WS 5-35.2.3 Utilities menuThe Utilities menu shows the applications and other software that the motherboard supports. ASUS InstAll - Install

5-4 Chapter 5: Software supportASUS PC Probe IIThis smart utility monitors the fan speed, CPU temperature, and system voltages, and alerts you of any

ASUS Z7S WS 5-55.2.4 Make Disk menuThe Make Disk menu contains items to create Intel® ESB2 AHCI / RAID driver disk / JMicron® JMB36X SATA / RAID driv

5-6 Chapter 5: Software support5.2.5 Manual menuThe Manual menu contains a list of supplementary user manuals. Click an item to open the folder of th

ASUS Z7S WS 5-75.2.7 Other informationThe icons on the top right corner of the screen give additional information on the motherboard and the contents

5-8 Chapter 5: Software supportTechnical support FormDisplays the ASUS Technical Support Request Form that you have to ll out when requesting technic

ASUS Z7S WSZ7S WS 5-95.3 Software informationMost of the applications in the Support DVD have wizards that will conveniently guide you through the in

5-10 Chapter 5: Software support9. When the screen returns to the ASUS Update utility, ash the original BIOS to load the new boot logo.10. After a

ASUS Z7S WSZ7S WS 5-113. Click the Run button to perform a cable test.5.3.2 AI NET2The AI NET2 features the Marvell® Virtual Cable Tester™ (VCT). VC

xiiZ7S WS specications summaryAI Lifestyle Unique FeaturesASUS Workstation Features: - G.P. Diagnosis card - ASUS SASsaby cards support (option

5-12 Chapter 5: Software support5.3.3 ASUS PC Probe IIPC Probe II is a utility that monitors the computer’s vital components, and detects and alerts

ASUS Z7S WSZ7S WS 5-13Sensor alertWhen a system sensor detects a problem, the main window right handle turns red, as the illustrations below show.When

5-14 Chapter 5: Software supportChanging the monitor panels positionTo change the position of the monitor panels in the desktop, click the arrow down

ASUS Z7S WSZ7S WS 5-15Monitoring sensor alertThe monitor panel turns red when a component value exceeds or is lower than the threshold value. Refer to

5-16 Chapter 5: Software supportPCI browserClick to display the PCI (Peripheral Component Interconnect) browser. This browser provides information o

ASUS Z7S WSZ7S WS 5-17Memory usageThe Memory tab shows both used and available physical memory. The pie chart at the bottom of the window represents t

5-18 Chapter 5: Software support5.3.4 ASUS AI NapThis feature allows you to minimize the power consumption of your computer whenever you are away. En

ASUS Z7S WSZ7S WS 5-195.3.5 Audio congurationsThe Realtek® ALC888 audio CODEC provides 8-channel audio capability to deliver the ultimate audio exp

5-20 Chapter 5: Software supportInformationClick the information button ( ) to display information about the audio driver version, DirectX version, au

ASUS Z7S WSZ7S WS 5-21MixerThe Mixer option allows you to congure audio output (playback) volume and audio input (record) volume.To set the mixer opt

xiii*Specications are subject to change without notice.Z7S WS specications summarySupport DVD contentsDrivers ASUS PC Probe II ASUS Update Utility A

5-22 Chapter 5: Software supportMicrophoneThe Microphone option allows you congure your input/output settings and to check if your audio devices are

ASUS Z7S WS 5-235.4 RAID congurationsThe motherboard comes with two RAID controllers that allow you to congure Serial ATA hard disk drives as RAID

5-24 Chapter 5: Software support5.4.2 Installing Serial ATA hard disksThe motherboard supports Serial ATA hard disk drives. For optimal performance,

ASUS Z7S WS 5-25Intel® Matrix Storage Manager Option ROM UtilityThe Intel® Matrix Storage Manager Option ROM utility allows you to create RAID 0, RAID

5-26 Chapter 5: Software supportCreating a RAID 0 set (striped)To create a RAID 0 set:1. From the utility main menu, select 1. Create RAID Volume, th

ASUS Z7S WS 5-276. Use the up/down arrow key to select the stripe size for the RAID 0 array, then press <Enter>. The available stripe size valu

5-28 Chapter 5: Software supportCreating a RAID 1 set (mirrored)To create a RAID 1 set:1. From the utility main menu, select 1. Create RAID Volume, t

ASUS Z7S WS 5-29Creating a RAID 5 set (parity)To create a RAID 5 set:1. From the utility main menu, select 1. Create RAID Volume, then press <Ente

5-30 Chapter 5: Software support5. Use the up/down arrow key to highlight the drive you want to set, then press <Space> to select. A small tri

ASUS Z7S WS 5-31Deleting a RAID setTake caution when deleting a RAID set. You will lose all data on the hard disk drives when you delete a RAID set.To

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5-32 Chapter 5: Software supportResetting Disks to Non-RAIDTake caution before you reset a RAID volume HDD to non-RAID. Resetting a RAID volume HDD de

ASUS Z7S WS 5-335.4.4 JMicron® RAID CongurationThe JMicron® Serial ATA controller allows you to congure RAID 0, RAID 1 and JBOD sets on the externa

5-34 Chapter 5: Software supportEntering the JMB363 RAID BIOS utility1. During POST, press <Ctrl-J> to enter the JBM363 RAID BIOS menu. JMicr

ASUS Z7S WS 5-352. When the Level item is highlighted, use the up/down arrow key to select the RAID set that you want to create.3. When the Disks

5-36 Chapter 5: Software support5. When done, press <Enter> to conrm the creation of the RAID set. A dialogue box appears to conrm the actio

ASUS Z7S WS 5-37Deleting a RAID set1. In the main JMB363 RAID BIOS menu, highlight Delete RAID Disk Drive using the up/down arrow key then press <

5-38 Chapter 5: Software supportResetting disks to non-RAIDTo reset disks to non-RAID:1. In the main JMB363 RAID BIOS menu, highlight Revert HDD to

ASUS Z7S WS 5-39To solve a Mirror conict:1. In the main JMB363 RAID BIOS menu, highlight Solve Mirror Conict using the up/down arrow key then pres

5-40 Chapter 5: Software supportSaving the settings and exiting setupWhen you have nished, highlight Save & Exit Setup using the up/down arrow ke

ASUS Z7S WS 5-415.5 Creating a RAID driver diskA oppy disk with the RAID driver is required when installing Windows® XP operating system on a hard d

1Chapter 1: Product introductionThis chapter describes the motherboard features and the new technologies it supports.

5-42 Chapter 5: Software supportTo install the RAID driver in Windows® Vista:1. Insert the oppy disk/USB device with RAID driver into the oppy dis

AAppendix: CPU featuresThe Appendix describes the CPU features and technologies that the motherboard supports.

ASUS Z7S WSChapter summaryAA.1 Intel® EM64T ...A-1A.2 Enhanced Intel

ASUS Z7S WS A-1A.1 Intel® EM64T• The motherboard is fully compatible with Intel® LGA771 processors running on 32-bit operating systems.• The mother

A-2 Appendix: CPU featuresA.2.2 Using the EISTTo use the EIST feature:1. Turn on the computer, then enter the BIOS Setup.2. Go to the Advanced Menu

ASUS Z7S WSChapter summary11.1 Welcome! ... 1-11.2 Package conten

ASUS Z7S WS 1-11.1 Welcome!Thank you for buying an ASUS® Z7S WS series motherboard!The motherboard delivers a host of new features and latest technol

1-2 Chapter 1: Product introduction1.3 Special features1.3.1 Product highlightsLatest processor technology The motherboard comes with two LGA-771 s

ASUS Z7S WS 1-3Dual Gigabit LAN solution The integrated dual Gigabit LAN design allows a PC to serve as a network gateway for managing trafc between

iiE3465First Edition V1 February 2008Copyright © 2008 ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. All Rights Reserved.No part of this manual, including the products and sof

1-4 Chapter 1: Product introductionTemperature, fan, and voltage monitoringThe CPU temperature is monitored by the ASIC WINBOND C.S W83793G chip to pr

2Chapter 2: Hardware informationThis chapter lists the hardware setup procedures that you have to perform when installing system components. It inclu

ASUS Z7S WSChapter summary22.1 Before you proceed ... 2-12.2 Motherboard overview

ASUS Z7S WS 2-12.1 Before you proceedTake note of the following precautions before you install motherboard components or change any motherboard setti

2-2 Chapter 2: Hardware informationZ7S WS®2.2 Motherboard overviewBefore you install the motherboard, study the conguration of your chassis to ensur

ASUS Z7S WS 2-32.2.3 Support kits for the motherboardFor additional protection from motherboard breakage due to the weight of the CPU heatsinks, your

2-4 Chapter 2: Hardware information4. Press the lower spring clips inward, then insert to the lower CPU heatsink holes until they snap in place.5. I

ASUS Z7S WS 2-56. Before installing the motherboard into the chassis, locate the standoffs that should match the eight (8) CEK spring screw holes.8.

2-6 Chapter 2: Hardware information2.2.4 Motherboard layout®8MbFWHFLOPPY1COM1SuperI/OCR2032 3VLithium CellCMOS PowerKB_USB12USB34Intel®ESB2ECPU0_FANC

ASUS Z7S WS 2-72.2.6 Layout contentsSlots/Socket Page1. CPU sockets 2-92. FB-DIMM sockets 2-143. PCI Express x1 MIO slot 2-214. PCI Express 2.0 x

iiiContentsContents ... iiiNotices ...

2-8 Chapter 2: Hardware informationInternal connectors Page1. Floppy disk drive connector (34-1 pin FLOPPY1)2-292. IDE connector (40-1 pin PRI_IDE1)

ASUS Z7S WS 2-92.3.1 Installing the CPUTo install a CPU:1. Locate the CPU socket on the motherboard.2.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU)The motherboar

2-10 Chapter 2: Hardware information3. Lift the load lever in the direction of the arrow to a 135º angle.4. Lift the load plate with your thumb and

ASUS Z7S WS 2-11The CPU ts in only one correct orientation. DO NOT force the CPU into the socket to prevent bending the connectors on the socket and

2-12 Chapter 2: Hardware informationThe Intel® Xeon™ processors require an Intel certied heatsink and fan assembly to ensure optimum thermal conditio

ASUS Z7S WS 2-134. Repeat steps 1 to 3 to install the other heatsink if you have installed a second CPU, then connect the fan cable to the 4-pin conn

2-14 Chapter 2: Hardware information2.4 System memory2.4.1 OverviewThe motherboard comes with six fully-buffered DIMM (FB-DIMM) sockets to support 2

ASUS Z7S WS 2-15Rank populationDIMM 01DIMM 00ChannelSlot 0Slot 1Ch:0MCHDIMM installation reference table• DIMMs in pair means two DIMMs with the same

2-16 Chapter 2: Hardware information2.4.3 Memory sparing technologyThe Intel® Seaburg chipset supports the memory sparing technology. Refer to theurg

ASUS Z7S WS 2-172.4.4 Installing a DIMMMake sure to unplug the power supply before adding or removing DIMMs or other system components. Failure to do

ivContents2.5.4. PCI Express x1 MIO slot ... 2-212.5.5 PCI Express 2.0 x16 slots (red) ...

2-18 Chapter 2: Hardware information2.4.6 Installing the MemCool FB-DIMM fan (optional)The FB-DIMMs generate heat during continued operation. To ensu

ASUS Z7S WS 2-195. Connect the fan cable to the 4-pin connector labeled FBD_FAN1.4. Position top cover over the fan base. Insert the top cover legs

2-20 Chapter 2: Hardware information2.5 Expansion slotsIn the future, you may need to install expansion cards. The following sub-sections describe th

ASUS Z7S WS 2-212.5.3 Interrupt assignments* These IRQs are usually available for ISA or PCI devices.IRQ Priority Standard function0 1 System timer1

2-22 Chapter 2: Hardware informationUniversal PCIe x16_3 slot (white, @ x8)PCI_1 slotPCIe 2.0 x16_2 slot (red, @ x16)PCIX_1 slotPCIe 2.0 x16_1 slot (r

ASUS Z7S WS 2-232.6 Jumpers1. Clear RTC RAM (CLRTC)This jumper allows you to clear the Real Time Clock (RTC) RAM in CMOS. You can clear the CMOS mem

2-24 Chapter 2: Hardware information2. PCI-X Speed setting (3-pin PCIX_SPEED1)This jumper allows you to set the PCI-X slot’s maximum frequency capabi

ASUS Z7S WS 2-252.7 SwitchesFan switches (HM_SW1)This switch allows you to set up the fan connections. Set the switch to ON if you are using a 4-pin

2-26 Chapter 2: Hardware information2.8 Audio card installation1. Take out the Audio card from the package.2. Locate the PCI Express x1 MIO slot o

ASUS Z7S WS 2-272.9 Connectors2.9.1 Rear panel connectors1. PS/2 keyboard port (purple). This port is for a PS/2 keyboard.2. USB 2.0 ports 1 and 2

vContents4.2.8 Scroll bar ...4-114.2.9 General help ...

2-28 Chapter 2: Hardware informationLAN port LED indicationsLAN portSPEED LEDACT/LINK LEDActivity/Link LED Speed LEDStatus Description Status Descript

ASUS Z7S WS 2-292.9.2 Internal connectors1. Floppy disk drive connector (34-1 pin FLOPPY1)This connector is for the provided oppy disk drive (FDD)

2-30 Chapter 2: Hardware informationZ7S WS®Z7S WS IDE connectorPRI_IDENOTE: Orient the red markings(usually zigzag) on the IDEribbon cable to PIN 1.PI

ASUS Z7S WS 2-313. Serial ATA connectors (7-pin SATA1-6)These connectors are for the Serial ATA signal cables for Serial ATA hard disk drives.Z7S WS

2-32 Chapter 2: Hardware information4. USB connectors (4-pin USB6, 10-1 pin USB78)These connectors are for USB 2.0 ports. Connect the USB module cabl

ASUS Z7S WS 2-336. CPU and system fan connectors (4-pin SPS_FAN1, FBD_FAN1, CPU0_FAN, CPU1_FAN, CHA_FAN1-4)The fan connectors support cooling fans of

2-34 Chapter 2: Hardware information7. Power supply SMBus connector (5-pin PSUSMB1)This connector is for the power supply SMB cable, if your power su

ASUS Z7S WS 2-359. SSI power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR, 8-pin EATX12V, 4-pin ATX12V)These connectors are for SSI power supply plugs. The power suppl

2-36 Chapter 2: Hardware information10. TPM connector (20-1 pin TPM) [Optional]This connector supports a Trusted Platform Module (TPM) system, which

ASUS Z7S WS 2-3711. System panel connector (20-pin PANEL)This connector supports several chassis-mounted functions.The system panel connector is colo

viContentsChapter 5: Software support5.1 Installing an operating system ... 5-15.2 Support DVD info

2-38 Chapter 2: Hardware information12. Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP)This connector is for a chassis-mounted front panel audio I/O modu

ASUS Z7S WS 2-3914. Q-Connector (system panel) You can use ASUS Q-Connector to connect / disconnect chassis front panel cables by only a few steps.

2-40 Chapter 2: Hardware information2.10 G.P. Diagnosis card installation2.10.1 G.P. Diagnosis card layout1. Locate the TPM connector (20-1 pin TPM

ASUS Z7S WS 2-412.10.3 G.P. Diagnosis card check codesD0Initiate chip75Detect IDED1Enable IO device for bootlock78Initiate option ROMD2Check and wake

2-42 Chapter 2: Hardware information

3Chapter 3: Powering upThis chapter describes the power up sequence, and ways of shutting down the system.

ASUS Z7S WSChapter summary33.1 Starting up for the rst time ... 3-13.2 Turning off the compute

ASUS Z7S WS 3-13.1 Starting up for the rst time1. After making all the connections, replace the system case cover. 2. Be sure that all switches ar

3-2 Chapter 3: Powering up3.2 Turning off the computer3.2.1 Using the OS shut down functionIf you are using Windows® XP:1. Click the Start button

4Chapter 4: BIOS setupThis chapter tells how to change the system settings through the BIOS Setup menus. Detailed descriptions of the BIOS parameters

viiNoticesFederal Communications Commission StatementThis device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two con

Chapter summary4ASUS Z7S WS4.1 Managing and updating your BIOS ... 4-14.2 BIOS setup program ...

ASUS Z7S WS 4-14.1 Managing and updating your BIOSThe following utilities allow you to manage and update the motherboard Basic Input/Output System (B

4-2 Chapter 4: BIOS setupQuit all Windows® applications before you update the BIOS using this utility.3. Select the ASUS FTP site nearest you to avoi

ASUS Z7S WS 4-3Updating the BIOS through a BIOS leTo update the BIOS through a BIOS le:1. Launch the ASUS Update utility from the Windows® desktop

4-4 Chapter 4: BIOS setup4.1.2 Creating a bootable oppy disk1. Do either one of the following to create a bootable oppy disk.DOS environmenta. In

ASUS Z7S WS 4-5To update the BIOS using EZ Flash 2:1. Visit the ASUS website (www.asus.com) to download the latest BIOS le for the motherboard.2. S

4-6 Chapter 4: BIOS setup4.1.4 AFUDOS utilityThe AFUDOS utility allows you to update the BIOS le in DOS environment using a bootable oppy disk with

ASUS Z7S WS 4-72. Copy the AFUDOS utility (afudos.exe) from the motherboard support DVD to the bootable oppy disk you created earlier.3. Boot the s

4-8 Chapter 4: BIOS setup4.1.5 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utilityThe ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 is an auto recovery tool that allows you to restore the BIOS l

ASUS Z7S WS 4-94.2 BIOS setup programThis motherboard supports a programmable Low-Pin Count (LPC) chip that you can update using the provided utility

viiiSafety informationElectrical safety• To prevent electrical shock hazard, disconnect the power cable from the electrical outlet before relocating

4-10 Chapter 4: BIOS setup4.2.1 BIOS menu screenNavigation keysSub-menu itemsGeneral helpMenu bar Conguration eldsMenu items Select Screen Select

ASUS Z7S WS 4-114.2.4 Menu itemsThe highlighted item on the menu bar displays the specic items for that menu. For example, selecting Main shows the

4-12 Chapter 4: BIOS setup4.3 Main menuWhen you enter the BIOS Setup program, the Main menu screen appears, giving you an overview of the basic syste

ASUS Z7S WS 4-134.3.5 Primary / Secondary / Third IDE Master / SlaveThe BIOS automatically detects the connected IDE devices. There is a separate sub

4-14 Chapter 4: BIOS setupPIO Mode [Auto]Selects the PIO mode. Conguration options: [Auto] [0] [1] [2] [3] [4]DMA Mode [Auto]Selects the DMA mode. C

ASUS Z7S WS 4-15AHCI CongurationThis menu is the section for AHCI conguration. It appears only when you set the item ATA/IDE Conguration from the s

4-16 Chapter 4: BIOS setup4.3.7 System InformationThis menu gives you an overview of the general system specications. The BIOS automatically detects

ASUS Z7S WS 4-174.4 Advanced menuThe Advanced menu items allow you to change the settings for the CPU and other system devices.Take caution when chan

4-18 Chapter 4: BIOS setupMarvell POST Check LAN cable [Disabled]Allows you to enable or disable LAN cable check during POST. When enabled, the menu r

ASUS Z7S WS 4-19C1E Support [Enabled]Allows you to enable or disable the Enhanced Halt State support. Conguration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]Hardwa

ixAbout this guideThis user guide contains the information you need when installing and conguring the motherboard.How this guide is organizedThis use

4-20 Chapter 4: BIOS setupClock GeneratorThis menu allows you to select the Clock Generator mode.Clock Mode Select [Auto]This item allows you to selec

ASUS Z7S WS 4-21Serial Port1 Address [3F8/IRQ4]Allows you to select the Serial Port1 base address. Conguration options: [Disabled] [3F8/IRQ4] [2F8/I

4-22 Chapter 4: BIOS setup4.4.5 PCIPnPThe PCIPnP menu items allow you to change the advanced settings for PCI/PnP devices. The menu includes setting

ASUS Z7S WS 4-23USB Functions [8 USB Ports]Allows you to enable a specic number of USB ports or disable the USB function. Conguration options: [Disa

4-24 Chapter 4: BIOS setupTCG/TPM SUPPORT [No]Allows you to set the TCG/TPM SUPPORT. Conguration options: [No] [Yes]4.4.7 Trusted Computing Select

ASUS Z7S WS 4-254.5 Power menuThe Power menu items allow you to change the settings for the Advanced Power Management (APM). Select an item then pres

4-26 Chapter 4: BIOS setup4.5.5 APM CongurationPower Button Mode [On/Off]When set to [On/Off], the system shuts down while pressing the Power button

ASUS Z7S WS 4-27Power On By RTC Alarm [Disabled]Allows you to enable or disable RTC to generate a wake event. When this item is set to [Enabled], the

4-28 Chapter 4: BIOS setupCPU0/1 Fan Speed [xxxxRPM] or [Ignored] / [N/A]The onboard hardware monitor automatically detects and displays the CPU fan(s

ASUS Z7S WS 4-294.6 Boot menuThe Boot menu items allow you to change the system boot options. Select an item then press <Enter> to display the