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ii E6384 First Edition February 201 1 Copyright © 201 1 ASUST eK COMPUTER INC. All Rights Reserved. No part of this manual, including the products and software described in it, may be reproduced, tra.
iii Contents Notices ......................................................................................................... vi Safety information .................................................................................... viii About this guide .
iv Contents 2.3.10 Rear panel connection .................................................. 2-42 2.3.1 1 Audio I/O connections ................................................... 2-43 .
v Contents 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 .
vi 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.
vii 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://csr .
viii Safety information Electrical safety • T o 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.
ix 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.
x DANGER/W ARNING: Information to prevent injury to yourself when trying to complete a task. CAUTION: Information to prevent damage to the components when trying to complete a task. NOTE : T ips and additional information to help you complete a task. IMPORT ANT : Instructions that you MUST follow to complete a task.
xi P8B WS specications summary CPU LGA1 155 socket for Intel ® 2nd Generation Core™ i3 desktop processor LGA 1 155 socket for Intel ® XEON E3-1200 series server/ workstation processor Supports 32nm CPU * Supports Intel ® T urbo Boost T echnology 2.
xii Audio Realtek ® ALC892 8-Channel High Denition Audio CODEC - BD Audio Layer Content Protection - Supports Jack-Detection, Multi-streaming and Front Panel Jack-Retasking - Optical S/PDIF out po.
xiii Internal I/O Connectors 24-pin A TX Power connector 8-pin A TX +12V Power connector CPU fan with PWM control Chassis fan1 with Q-fan control Chassis fan2 with Q-fan control Chassis fan3 with Q-fan control PWR fan AAFP connector 1 x COM port connector 2 x USB connectors support additional 4 USB ports 2 x USB 2.
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1 Chapter 1: Product introduction This chapter describes the motherboard features and the new technologies it supports..
ASUS P8B WS Chapter summary 1 1.1 Welcome! ...................................................................................... 1-1 1.2 Package contents ......................................................................... 1-1 1.3 Special features .
ASUS P8B WS 1-1 1.1 Welcome! Thank you for buying an ASUS P8B WS motherboard! The motherboard delivers a host of new features and latest technologies, making it another standout in the long line of AS.
1-2 Chapter 1: Product Introduction 1.3 Special features 1.3.1 Product highlights Green ASUS This motherboard and its packaging comply with the European Union’s Restriction on the use of Hazardous Substances (RoHS).
ASUS P8B WS 1-3 USB 3.0 Support Experience ultra-fast data transfers at 4.8Gbps with USB 3.0--the latest connectivity standard. Built to connect easily with next-generation components and peripherals, USB 3.0 transfers data 10X faster and is also backward compatible with USB 2.
1-4 Chapter 1: Product Introduction CUDA parallel computing power supported The motherboard will achieve outstanding and dependable performance in the role of a Personal Supercomputer when working in tangent with discrete CUDA technology—providing unprecedented return on investment.
ASUS P8B WS 1-5 AI Suite II One-stop Access to Innovative ASUS Features With its fast user-friendly interface, ASUS AI Suite II consolidates all exclusive ASUS features and allows you to supervise overclocking, energy management and fan speed control, voltage and sensor readings, even interact with your mobile via Bluetooth technology .
1-6 Chapter 1: Product Introduction ASUS Q-Design DIY quickly , DIY easily! ASUS Q-Design enhances your DIY experience. All of Q-LED, Q-DIMM, and Q-Slot design speed up and simplify the DIY process! A.
ASUS P8B WS 1-7 ASUS Crystal Sound 8 Channel Audio Codec The onboard 8-channel HD audio (High Denition Audio, previously codenamed Azalia) CODEC enables high-quality Absolute Pitch 192khz/24bit audio output, true BD lossless sound, jack-sensing feature, retasking functions and multi-streaming technology .
1-8 Chapter 1: Product Introduction.
2 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 jumpers and connectors on the motherboard.
ASUS P8B WS Chapter summary 2 2.1 Before you proceed ..................................................................... 2-1 2.2 Motherboard overview ................................................................. 2-2 2.3 Building your computer system .
2.1 Before you proceed T ake note of the following precautions before you install motherboard components or change any motherboard settings. • Unplug the power cord from the wall socket before touching any component.
2.2 Motherboard overview 2.2.1 Motherboard layout Refer to 2.8 Connectors for more information about rear panel connectors and internal connectors. 2-2 Chapter 2: Hardware information.
2.2.2 Layout contents Connectors/Jumpers/Switches/Slots Page 1. LGA1 155 CPU Socket 2-4 2. Power connectors (24-pin EA TXPWR, 8-pin EA TX12V) 2-28 3. DDR3 DIMM slots 2-5 4. CPU, chassis, and power fan connectors (4-pin CPU_F AN, 4-pin CHA_F AN1-3, 3-pin PWR_FAN) 2-24 5.
2.2.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU) The motherboard comes with a surface mount LGA1 155 socket designed for the Intel ® 2nd Generation Core™ i3 series Desktop Processors and Intel ® Xeon ® E3- 1200 series Server/Workstation Processors.
2.2.4 System memory The motherboard comes with four Double Data Rate 3 (DDR3) Dual Inline Memory Modules (DIMM) slots. A DDR3 module is notched differently from a DDR or DDR2 module.
Y ou may install 1GB, 2GB, 4GB, 8GB unbuffered ECC or non-ECC DDR3 DIMMs into the DIMM sockets depending on the installed CPU. • Y ou may install varying memory sizes in Channel A and Channel B.
P8B WS Motherboard 3-1333MHz capability -1333MHz capability V endors Part No. Size SS/ DS Chip Brand Chip NO.
• 1 DIMM: Supports one module inserted in any slot as Single-channel memory conguration. • 2 DIMMs: Supports one pair of modules inserted into either the blue slots or the black slots as one pair of Dual-channel memory conguration.
P8B WS Motherboard 3-1066MHz capability -1066MHz capability V endors Part No. Size SS/ DS Chip Brand Chip NO.
2.2.5 Expansion slots Ensure to 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. Slot Description 1 PCIe 2.0 x16_1 slot (single at x16 or dual at x8/x8 mode) 2 PCIe 2.
IRQ assignments for this motherboard A B C D E F G H PCIEx16_1 shared – – – – – – – PCIEx16_2 shared – – – – – – PCIEx16_3 – – shared – – – – – PCIEx16_4 shared.
2.2.6 Onboard switches Onboard switches allow you to fine-tune performance when working on a bare or open-case system. This is ideal for overclockers and gamers who continually change settings to enhance system performance.
2. GPU Boost switch T urning this switch to Enable will automatically optimize the system for fast, yet stable GPU speed. For ensuring the system performance, turn the switch setting to Enable when the system is powered off. The GPU Boost Switch functions only when you install the DESKTOP CPU that supports onboard graphics.
3. MemOK! switch Installing DIMMs that are incompatible with the motherboard may cause system boot failure, and the DRAM_LED near the MemOK! switch lights continuously . Press and hold the MemOK! switch until the DRAM_LED starts blinking to begin automatic memory compatibility tuning for successful boot.
2.2.7 Onboard LEDs 1. POST State LEDs POST State LEDs check key components (CPU, DRAM, VGA card, and HDD) in sequence during motherboard booting process. If an error is found, the LED next to the error device will continue lighting until the problem is solved.
3. EPU LED The EPU LED lights when the EPU switch is turned to Enable . 4. Standby power LED The motherboard comes with a standby power LED that lights up to indicate that the system is ON, in sleep mode, or in soft-off mode.
5. DRAM LED The DRAM_LED lights when the installed DIMMs incompatible with the motherboard or improperly installed. When using the MemOK! switch for automatic memory compatibility tuning, the DRAM_LED will blink.
2.2.8 Jumper 1. Clear RTC RAM (3-pin CLRTC) This jumper allows you to clear the Real T ime Clock (RTC) RAM in CMOS. Y ou can clear the CMOS memory of date, time, and system setup parameters by erasing the CMOS RTC RAM data. The onboard button cell battery powers the RAM data in CMOS, which include system setup information such as system passwords.
2. Chassis Fan control setting (3-pin CHAF AN_SEL) These jumpers allow you to switch for fan pin selection. The CHAF AN_SEL jumper is for the front fans and rear fans control. Set to pins 1–2 when using 3-pin fans or pins 2–3 when using 4-pin fans.
2.2.9 Internal connectors 1. Intel ® C206 Serial A T A 6.0 Gb/s connectors (7-pin SA T A6G_1/2 [gray]) These connectors connect to Serial A T A 6.0 Gb/s hard disk drives via Serial A T A 6.0 Gb/s signal cables. • These connectors are set to [IDE Mode] by default.
2. Intel ® C206 Serial A T A 3.0 Gb/s connectors (7-pin SA T A3G_3–6 [blue]) These connectors connect to Serial A T A 3.0 Gb/s hard disk drives and optical disc drives via Serial A T A 3.
Y ou can connect the front panel USB cable to the ASUS Q-Connector (USB, blue) rst, and then install the Q-Connector (USB) to the USB connector onboard if your chassis supports front panel USB ports. Never connect a 1394 cable to the USB connectors.
4. IEEE 1394a port connector (10-1 pin IE1394_2) This connector is for an IEEE 1394a port. Connect the IEEE 1394a module cable to this connector , then install the module to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis. Never connect a USB cable to the IEEE 1394a connector .
6. CPU, chassis, and power fan connectors (4-pin CPU_F AN; 4-pin CHA_F AN1/2/3; 3-pin PWR_F AN) Connect the fan cables to the fan connectors on the motherboard, ensuring that the black wire of each cable matches the ground pin of the connector . • The CPU_F AN connector supports the CPU fan of maximum 2A (24 W) fan power .
7. Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP) This connector is for a chassis-mounted front panel audio I/O module that supports either HD Audio or legacy AC`97 audio standard. Connect one end of the front panel audio I/O module cable to this connector .
9. TPM connector (20-1 pin TPM) This connector supports a T rusted Platform Module (TPM) system, which can securely store keys, digital certicates, passwords, and data. A TPM system also helps enhance network security , protects digital identities, and ensures platform integrity .
Code table for G.P . Diagnosis card 15, 19 Initiate chip AC OS in PIC mode E0 Check and wake up system AA OS in APIC mode 2B-2F Prepare system for memory detection and sizing 00 Leave BIOS and pass co.
10. A TX power connectors (24-pin EA TXPWR; 8-pin EA TX12V) These connectors are for A TX power supply plugs. The power supply plugs are designed to t these connectors in only one orientation. Find the proper orientation and push down rmly until the connectors completely t.
• System power LED (2-pin PLED) This 2-pin connector is for the system power LED. Connect the chassis power LED cable to this connector . The system power LED lights up when you turn on the system power , and blinks when the system is in sleep mode.
2.3 Building your computer system 2.3.1 Additional tools and components to build a PC system 1 bag of screws Philips (cross) screwdriver PC chassis Power supply unit Intel LGA 1 155 CPU Intel LGA 1 15.
A B 1 2 3 2.3.2 CPU installation ASUS P8B WS 2-31.
C B A 5 6 4 2-32 Chapter 2: Hardware information.
2.3.3 CPU heatsink and fan assembly installation Apply the Thermal Interface Material to the CPU heatsink and CPU before you install the heatsink and fan if necessary .
T o uninstall the CPU heatsink and fan assembly 2 A B B A 1 2-34 Chapter 2: Hardware information.
1 2 3 T o remove a DIMM 2.3.4 DIMM installation B A ASUS P8B WS 2-35.
2.3.5 Motherboard installation 2 1 The diagrams in this section are for reference only . The motherboard layout may vary with models, but the installation steps remain the same.
DO NOT overtighten the screws! Doing so can damage the motherboard. 3 ASUS P8B WS 2-37.
2.3.6 A TX Power connection 1 2 OR 2-38 Chapter 2: Hardware information.
2.3.7 SA T A device connection 2 OR 1 ASUS P8B WS 2-39.
2.3.8 Front I/O Connector IDE_LED POWER SW RESET SW IDE_LED- IDE_LED+ PWR Reset Ground Ground 1 2 USB AAFP T o install ASUS Q-Connector T o install USB Connector T o install front panel audio connector The actual location may vary with motherboards.
2.3.9 Expension Card installation T o install PCIe x16 cards T o install PCIe x1 cards T o install PCI cards ASUS P8B WS 2-41.
2.3.10 Rear panel connection Rear panel connectors 1. PS/2 mouse and keyboard port 7. USB 2.0 ports 3 and 4 2. IEEE 1394a port 8. USB 3.0 ports 1 and 2 3. LAN (RJ-45) port 2* 9. Coaxial S/PDIF Out port 4. DVI port 10. Optical S/PDIF Out port 5. LAN (RJ-45) port 1* 1 1.
Port H e a d s e t 2-channel 4-channel 6-channel 8-channel Light Blue Lin.
Connect to Stereo Speakers Connect to 2.1 channel Speakers Connect to 4.1 channel Speakers 2-44 Chapter 2: Hardware information.
Connect to 5.1 channel Speakers Connect to 7.1 channel Speakers ASUS P8B WS 2-45.
2.4 Starting up for the rst time 1. After making all the connections, replace the system case cover . 2. Be sure that all switches are off. 3. Connect the power cord to the power connector at the back of the system chassis. 4. Connect the power cord to a power outlet that is equipped with a surge protector .
2.5 Turning off the computer Wh il e the sys te m is ON, pre ss in g the pow e r s wi tc h for le ss tha n fou r sec on ds puts the system on sleep mode or soft-off mode, depending on the BIOS setting. Pressing the power switch for more than four seconds lets the system enter the soft-off mode regardless of the BIOS setting.
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3 BIOS setup This chapter tells how to change the system settings through the BIOS Setup menus. Detailed descriptions of the BIOS parameters are also provided.
Chapter summary 3 ASUS P8B WS 3.1 Managing and updating your BIOS ............................................ 3-1 3.2 BIOS setup program .................................................................... 3-1 3.3 Main menu ..........................
ASUS P8B WS 3-1 3.1 Knowing BIOS BIOS (Basic Input and Output System) stores system hardware settings such as storage device conguration, overclocking settings, advanced power management, and boot device conguration that are needed for system startup in the motherboard CMOS.
3-2 Chapter 3: BIOS setup 3.2.1 EZ Mode By default, the EZ Mode screen appears when you enter the BIOS setup program. The EZ Mode provides you an overview of the basic system information, and allows you to select the display language, system performance mode and boot device priority .
ASUS P8B WS 3-3 Main Ai T weaker Advanced Monitor Boot T ool Exit Version 2.00.1201. Copyright (C) 201 1 American Megatrends, Inc. [X.M.P .] When XMP is enabled BLCK frequency , CPU ratio and memory parameters will be auto optimized. →← : Select Screen ↑↓ : Select Item Enter: Select +/-: Change Opt.
3-4 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Menu items The highlighted item on the menu bar displays the specic items for that menu. For example, selecting Main shows the Main menu items. The other items (Ai T weaker , Advanced, Monitor , Boot, T ool, and Exit) on the menu bar have their respective menu items.
ASUS P8B WS 3-5 3.3 Main menu The Main menu screen appears when you enter the Advanced Mode of the BIOS Setup program. The Main menu provides you an overview of the basic system information, and allows you to set the system date, time, language, and security settings.
3-6 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Administrator Password If you have set an administrator password, we recommend that you enter the administrator password for accessing the system. Otherwise, you might be able to see or change only selected elds in the BIOS setup program.
ASUS P8B WS 3-7 User Password If you have set a user password, you must enter the user password for accessing the system. The User Password item on top of the screen shows the default Not Installed . After you set a password, this item shows Installed .
3-8 Chapter 3: BIOS setup 3.4 Ai Tweaker menu The Ai T weaker menu items allow you to congure overclocking-related items. Be cautious when changing the settings of the Ai T weaker menu items. Incorrect eld values can cause the system to malfunction.
ASUS P8B WS 3-9 Ai Overclock T uner [Auto] Allows you to select the CPU overclocking options to achieve the desired CPU internal frequency . This item appears only when you install X.M.P . memory modules to the motherboard. Select any of these preset overclocking conguration options: [Auto] Loads the optimal settings for the system.
3-10 Chapter 3: BIOS setup GPU Boost GPU Boost accelerates the integrated GPU for extreme graphics performance. Conguration options: [Ok] [Cancel] DRAM Timing Control The sub-items in this menu allow you to set the DRAM timing control features. Use the <+> and <-> keys to adjust the value.
ASUS P8B WS 3-1 1 Primary Plane Current Limit [Auto] Use the <+> and <-> keys to adjust the value. Secondary Plane Current Limit [Auto] Use the <+> and <-> keys to adjust the value. Some of the following items are adjusted by typing the desired values using the numeric keypad and press the <Enter> key .
3-12 Chapter 3: BIOS setup VCCSA V oltage [Auto] Allows you to set the VCCSA voltage. The values range from 0.77V to 1.60V with a 0.01V interval. CPU PLL V oltage [Auto] Allows you to set the CPU PLL voltage. The values range from 1.20V to 2.20V with a 0.
ASUS P8B WS 3-13 Be cautious when changing the settings of the Advanced menu items. Incorrect eld values can cause the system to malfunction. 3.5 Advanced menu The Advanced menu items allow you to change the settings for the CPU and other system devices.
3-14 Chapter 3: BIOS setup The items in this menu show the CPU-related information that the BIOS automatically detects. The items shown in this screen may be different due to the CPU you installed.
ASUS P8B WS 3-15 Active Processor Cores [All] Allows you to choose the number of CPU cores to activate in each processor package. Conguration options: [All] [1] [2] [3] Limit CPUID Maximum [Disabled] [Disabled] Disables this function. [Enabled] Allows legacy operating systems to boot even without support for CPUs with extended CPUID functions.
3-16 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Main Ai T weaker Advanced Monitor Boot Tool Exit Select which graphics controller to use as the primary boot device.
ASUS P8B WS 3-17 Main Ai T weaker Advanced Monitor Boot Tool Exit Enabled/Disabled the High Precision Event Timer .
3-18 Chapter 3: BIOS setup SA T A Mode [IDE Mode] Allows you to set the SA T A conguration. [Disabled] Disables the SA T A function. [IDE Mode] Set to [IDE Mode] when you want to use the Serial A T A hard disk drives as Parallel A T A physical storage devices.
ASUS P8B WS 3-19 The items in this menu allow you to change the USB-related features. The USB Devices item shows the auto-detected values. If no USB device is detected, the item shows None .
3-20 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Main Ai T weaker Advanced Monitor Boot Tool Exit Version 2.
ASUS P8B WS 3-21 VIA 1394 Controller [Enabled] [Disabled] Disables the controller . [Enabled] Enables the onboard IEEE 1394a controller . Intel LAN2 Controller [Enabled] [Disabled] Disables the controller . [Enabled] Enables the Intel LAN2 controller .
3-22 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Restore AC Power Loss [Power Off] [Power Off] The system goes into off state after an AC power loss. [Power On] The system goes into on state after an AC power loss. [Last State] The system goes into either off or on state, whatever the system state was before the AC power loss.
ASUS P8B WS 3-23 Power On By RTC [Disabled] [Disabled] Disables R TC to generate a wake event. [Enabled] When set to [Enabled], the items RTC Alarm Date (Days) and Hour/Minute/Second will become user-congurable with set values.
3-24 Chapter 3: BIOS setup 3.6 Monitor menu The Monitor menu displays the system temperature/power status, and allows you to change the fan settings. Main Ai T weaker Advanced Monitor Boot T ool Exit Version 2.00.1201. Copyright (C) 201 1 American Megatrends, Inc.
ASUS P8B WS 3-25 CPU Q-Fan Control [Enabled] [Disabled] Disables the CPU Q-Fan control feature. [Enabled] Enables the CPU Q-Fan control feature. CPU Fan Speed Low Limit [600 RPM] This item appears only when you enable the CPU Q-Fan Control feature and allows you to disable or set the CPU fan warning speed.
3-26 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chassis Fan Speed Low Limit [600 RPM] This item appears only when you enable the Chassis Q-Fan Control feature and allows you to disable or set the chassis fan warning speed.
ASUS P8B WS 3-27 3.7 Boot menu The Boot menu items allow you to change the system boot options. Bootup NumLock State [On] [On] Sets the power-on state of the NumLock to [On]. [Off] Sets the power-on state of the NumLock to [Off]. Full Screen Logo [Enabled] [Disabled] Disables the full screen logo display feature.
3-28 Chapter 3: BIOS setup 3.8 Tool menu The T ool menu items allow you to congure options for special functions. Select an item then press <Enter> to display the submenu. Main Ai T weaker Advanced Monitor Boot T ool Exit Be used to update BIOS EFI BIOS Utility - Advanced Mode 3.
ASUS P8B WS 3-29 This item allows you to store or load multiple BIOS settings. Main Ai T weaker Advanced Monitor Boot T ool Exit Save BIOS settings to Prole Back T ool ASUS O.
3-30 Chapter 3: BIOS setup 3.8.3 Asus SPD Information Main Ai T weaker Advanced Monitor Boot T ool Exit Drive Xpert Mode Back T ool Asus SPD Information > EFI BIOS Utility - Advanced Mode DIMM Slot.
ASUS P8B WS 3-31 3.9 Exit menu The Exit menu items allow you to load the optimal default values for the BIOS items, and save or discard your changes to the BIOS items. Y ou can access the EZ Mode from the Exit menu. Load Optimized Defaults This option allows you to load the default values for each of the parameters on the Setup menus.
3-32 Chapter 3: BIOS setup 3.10 Updating BIOS The ASUS website publishes the latest BIOS versions to provide enhancements on system stability , compatibility , or performance. However , BIOS updating is potentially risky . If there is no problem using the current version of BIOS, DO NOT manually update the BIOS .
ASUS P8B WS 3-33 3.10.1 ASUS Update utility The ASUS Update is a utility that allows you to manage, save, and update the motherboard BIOS in Windows ® environment.
3-34 Chapter 3: BIOS setup 2. Select the ASUS FTP site nearest you to avoid network trafc. If you want to enable the BIOS downgradable function and auto BIOS backup function, check the checkboxs before the two items on the screen.
ASUS P8B WS 3-35 • The screenshots in this section are for reference only . The actual BIOS information vary by models. • Refer to the software manual in the support DVD or visit the ASUS website at www .asus.com for detailed software conguration.
3-36 Chapter 3: BIOS setup 3.10.2 ASUS EZ Flash Utility The ASUS EZ Flash Utility feature allows you to update the BIOS without having to use a bootable oppy disk or an OS-based utility . Before you start using this utility , download the latest BIOS from the ASUS website at www .
ASUS P8B WS 3-37 3.10.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility The ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility is an auto recovery tool that allows you to restore the BIOS le when it fails or gets corrupted during the updating process. Y ou can restore a corrupted BIOS le using the motherboard support DVD or a USB ash drive that contains the BIOS le.
3-38 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Booting the system in DOS environment 1. Insert the USB ash drive with the latest BIOS le and BIOS Updater to the USB port. 2. Boot your computer . When the ASUS Logo appears, press <F8> to show the BIOS Boot Device Select Menu .
ASUS P8B WS 3-39 2. The BIOS Updater backup screen appears indicating the BIOS backup process. When BIOS backup is done, press any key to return to the DOS prompt.
3-40 Chapter 3: BIOS setup 4. Select Y es and press <Enter>. When BIOS update is done, press <ESC> to exit BIOS Updater . Restart your computer . DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS to prevent system boot failure! • For BIOS Updater version 1.
4 Software support This chapter describes the contents of the support DVD that comes with the motherboard package and the software..
ASUS P8B WS Chapter summary 4 4.1 Installing an operating system ................................................... 4-1 4.2 Support DVD information ............................................................ 4-1 4.3 Software information ............
ASUS P8B WS 4-1 If Autorun is NOT enabled in your computer , browse the contents of the support DVD to locate the le ASSETUP .EXE from the BIN folder .
4-2 Chapter 4: Software support 4.2.2 Obtaining the software manuals The software manuals are included in the support DVD. Follow the instructions below to get the necessary software manuals. The software manual les are in Portable Document Format (PDF).
ASUS P8B WS 4-3 4.3 Software information Most of the applications in the support DVD have wizards that will conveniently guide you through the installation. View the online help or readme le that came with the software application for more information.
4-4 Chapter 4: Software support 4.3.2 EPU EPU is an energy-efcient tool that satises different computing needs. This utility provides several modes that you can select to save system power . Selecting Auto mode will have the system shift modes automatically according to current system status.
ASUS P8B WS 4-5 Refer to the software manual in the support DVD or visit the ASUS website at www .asus.com for detailed software conguration. 4.3.3 F AN Xpert Fan Xpert intelligently allows you to .
4-6 Chapter 4: Software support 4.3.4 Probe II Probe II is a utility that monitors the computer’s vital components, and detects and alerts you of any problem with these components. Probe II senses fan rotations, CPU temperature, and system voltages, among others.
ASUS P8B WS 4-7 4.3.5 Sensor Recorder Sensor Recorder allows you to monitor the changes in the system voltage, temperature, and fan speed, as well as recording the changes. Launching Sensor Recorder After installing AI Suite II from the motherboard support DVD, click T ool > Sensor Recorder on the AI Suite II main menu bar to launch PC Probe II.
4-8 Chapter 4: Software support 4.3.6 Ai Charger+ Battery Charging V ersion 1.1 (BC 1.1), a USB Implementers Forum (USB-IF) certied USB charging function, is designed to make USB charging faster than the standard USB devices. If your USB device supports the BC 1.
ASUS P8B WS 4-9 The Realtek ® audio CODEC provides 8-channel audio capability to deliver the ultimate audio experience on your computer . The software provides Jack-Detection function, S/PDIF Out support, and interrupt capability .
4-10 Chapter 4: Software support Control settings window options Information button Exit button Minimize button B. Realtek HD Audio Manager for Windows XP Refer to the software manual in the support DVD or visit the ASUS website at www .
ASUS P8B WS 4-1 1 4.4 RAID congurations The motherboard supports the following SA T A RAID solution: • Intel ® Rapid Storage T echnology with RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 10 and RAID 5 support. • Y ou must install Windows ® XP Service Pack 3 or later versions before using Serial A T A hard disk drives.
4-12 Chapter 4: Software support 4.4.2 Installing Serial A T A hard disks The motherboard supports Serial A T A hard disk drives. For optimal performance, install identical drives of the same model and capacity when creating a disk array . T o install the SA T A hard disks for a RAID conguration: 1.
ASUS P8B WS 4-13 Creating a RAID set T o create a RAID set: 1. From the utility main menu, select 1. Create RAID V olume and press <Enter>. The following screen appears: 2.
4-14 Chapter 4: Software support 5. Use the up/down arrow key to select a drive, and then press <Space> to select. A small triangle marks the selected drive. Press <Enter> after completing your selection. 6. Use the up/down arrow key to select the stripe size for the RAID array (for RAID 0, 10 and 5 only),and then press <Enter>.
ASUS P8B WS 4-15 Deleting a RAID set T ake caution when deleting a RAID set. Y ou will lose all data on the hard disk drives when you delete a RAID set. T o delete a RAID set: 1. From the utility main menu, select 2. Delete RAID V olume and press <Enter>.
4-16 Chapter 4: Software support 4.5 Creating a RAID driver disk A oppy disk with the RAID driver is required when installing a Windows ® operating system on a hard disk drive that is included in a RAID set.
ASUS P8B WS 4-17 4.5.3 Installing the RAID driver during Windows ® OS installation T o install the RAID driver in Windows ® XP: 1. During the OS installation, the system prompts you to press the F6 key to install third-party SCSI or RAID driver . 2.
4-18 Chapter 4: Software support Due to OS limitation, Windows ® XP may not recognize the USB oppy disk drive when you install the RAID driver from a oppy disk during the OS installation.
ASUS P8B WS 4-19 8. Find the [HardwareIds.scsi.iaAHCI_DesktopWorkstationServer] and [HardwareIds.scsi.iaStor_DesktopWorkstationServer] sections in the txtsetup.oem le. 9. T ype the following line to the bottom of the two sections: id = “USBVID_xxxx&PID_xxxx”, “usbstor” 10.
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5 Multiple GPU technology support This chapter describes how to install and congure multiple A TI ® CrossFireX™ and NVIDIA ® SLI™ graphics cards.
ASUS P8B WS Chapter summary 5 5.1 A TI ® CrossFireX™ technology .................................................... 5-1 5.2 NVIDIA ® CUDA™ technology .
ASUS P8B WS 5-1 5.1 ATI ® CrossFireX™ technology The motherboard supports the A TI ® CrossFireX™ technology that allows you to install multi-graphics processing units (GPU) graphics cards. Follow the installation procedures in this section. 5.1.
5-2 Chapter 5: Multiple GPU technology support 5. Connect two independent auxiliary power sources from the power supply to the two graphics cards separately . 6. Connect a VGA or a DVI cable to the graphics card. 4. Align and rmly insert the CrossFireX bridge connector to the goldngers on each graphics card.
ASUS P8B WS 5-3 5.1.4 Installing the device drivers Refer to the documentation that came with your graphics card package to install the device drivers. Ensure that your PCI Express graphics card driver supports the A TI ® CrossFireX™ technology . Download the latest driver from the AMD website at www .
5-4 Chapter 5: Multiple GPU technology support Enabling Dual CrossFireX settings 1. In the Catalyst Control Center window , click Graphics Settings > . 2. From the Graphics Adapter list, select the graphics card to act as the display GPU.
ASUS P8B WS 5-5 5.2 NVIDIA ® CUDA™ technology The motherboard supports the NVIDIA ® CUDA™ technology and up to 4 NVIDIA ® T elsa™ computing processor cards, providing the optimum multi purpose computing performance. Follow the installation procedures in this section.
5-6 Chapter 5: Multiple GPU technology support 2. Connect either one 8-pin power connector or two 6-pin power connectors from the power supply to the Quadro graphics card and T esla computing processor card(s). 3. Connect a display cable to the graphics card.
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