Motherboard PRIME TRX40PRO
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Contents Safety information....................................................................................................... vi About this guide......................................................................................................... vii PRIME TRX40-PRO specifications summary............................................................ ix Package contents......................................................................................................
Chapter 3: iv BIOS Setup 3.1 Knowing BIOS............................................................................................. 3-1 3.2 BIOS setup program................................................................................... 3-2 3.2.1 Advanced Mode........................................................................... 3-3 3.2.2 EZ Mode...................................................................................... 3-6 3.2.3 Q-Fan Control..............................
Chapter 4: 4.1 RAID Support AMD RAID Array configurations................................................................ 4-1 4.1.1 RAID definitions........................................................................... 4-1 Appendix Q-Code table............................................................................................................. A-1 Notices .....................................................................................................................
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.
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. It includes description of the switches, jumpers, and connectors on the motherboard.
Conventions used in this guide To ensure that you perform certain tasks properly, take note of the following symbols used throughout this manual. DANGER/WARNING: 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. IMPORTANT: Instructions that you MUST follow to complete a task. NOTE: Tips and additional information to help you complete a task.
PRIME TRX40-PRO specifications summary CPU Chipset AMD Socket sTRX4 for 3rd Gen AMD Ryzen™ Threadripper™ Series Desktop Processors* * * The support of these features depends on the CPU types. Refer to www.asus.com for CPU support list. AMD TRX40 3rd Gen AMD Ryzen™ Threadripper™ Series Desktop Processors Memory 8 x DIMM, max. 256GB, DDR4 4400+(O.C) / 4266(O.C) / 4133(O.C) / 4000(O.C) / 3866(O.C) / 3800(O.C) / 3733(O.C) / 3600(O.C) / 3466(O.C) / 3400(O.
PRIME TRX40-PRO specifications summary Realtek S1220 8-channel high definition audio CODEC featuring Crystal Sound 3 - Power pre-regulator reduces power input noise to ensure consistent performance - Separate layer for left and right track, ensuring both sound deliver equal quality - Impedance sense for front and rear headphone outputs - Audio shielding ensures precise analog/digital separation and greatly reduced multi-lateral interference Audio - Internal audio Amplifier to enhance the highest qualit
PRIME TRX40-PRO specifications summary 5-Way Optimization - Whole system optimization with a single click! Perfectly consolidates better CPU performance, power saving, digital power control, system cooling and app usages.
PRIME TRX40-PRO specifications summary Special Features: ASUS SafeSlot - Protect your graphics card Investment ASUS 5X Protection III - ASUS SafeSlot Core - Fortified PCIe with solid soldering - ASUS LANGuard - Protects against LAN surges, lightning strikes and static-electricity discharges! ASUS Special Features - ASUS Overvoltage Protection - World-class circuit- protecting power design - ASUS DIGI+ VRM -digital power design - ASUS DRAM Overcurrent Protection: Enhanced DRAM overcurre
PRIME TRX40-PRO specifications summary 1 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 front panel Type-C™ connector 2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 connectors support additional 4 USB ports (19pin) 2 x USB 2.0 connectors support additional 4 USB ports 2 x M.2_1 Socket 3 with M key, type 2242/2260/2280/22110 storage devices support (PCIe 4.0 x 4 mode) 1 x M.2_2 Socket 3 with vertical M Key, type 2242/2260/2280/22110 storage devices support (both SATA & PCIe 4.0 x 4 mode) 8 x SATA 6.
Package contents Check your motherboard package for the following items. Motherboard 1 x PRIME TRX40-PRO motherboard 1 x Addressable LED extension cable Cables 1 x RGB LED extension cable 4 x SATA 6.0Gb/s cables 1 x M.2 Screw package 1 x M.2 E-key Screw package Accessories 1 x M.2 22110 vertical bracket 1 x FAN holder 1 x Q-connector Application DVD 1 x Motherboard support DVD Documentation 1 x User guide If any of the above items is damaged or missing, contact your retailer.
Installation tools and components 1 Bag of screws Screwdriver PC chassis Power supply unit AMD Socket sTRX4 CPU AMD Socket sTRX4 compatible CPU Fan DDR4 DIMM SATA hard disk drive SATA optical disc drive (optional) Graphics card (optional) The tools and components in the table above are not included in the motherboard package.
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Product Introduction Product Introduction 1.1 Before you proceed 1 Chapter 1 Chapter 1: Take note of the following precautions before you install motherboard components or change any motherboard settings. Components shown in this section may require additional purchase. Refer to Package contents section for more information about the contents of your motherboard package. • Unplug the power cord from the wall socket before touching any component.
1.2 Motherboard layout Chapter 1 Refer to Internal connectors and Rear I/O connection for more information about rear panel connectors and internal connectors.
PRIME TRX40-PRO Page 1-23 1-5 1-4 1-17 1-19 1-20 1-14 1-15 1-15 1-13 1-16 1-10 1-22 1-16 1-18 1-18 1-9 1-11 1-21 1-14 1-21 Chapter 1 Layout contents 1. Power connectors 2. DIMM slots 3. CPU socket 4. Fan and Pump connectors 5. Addressable Gen2 LED connector 6. AURA RGB LED connector 7. M.2 slot 8. USB 3.2 Gen 2 connector 9. USB 3.2 Gen 1 connector 10. SATA 6Gb/s connector 11. Chipset Fan connector 12. Clear RTC RAM jumper 13. System Panel connector 14. USB 2.0 connector 15. Node connector 16.
1.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU) The motherboard comes with an AMD Socket sTRX4 for 3rd Gen AMD Ryzen™ Threadripper™ Series Desktop Processors. Chapter 1 1-4 • The Socket sTRX4 has a different pinout design. Ensure that you use a CPU designed for the Socket sTRX4. • The CPU fits in only one correct orientation. DO NOT force the CPU into the socket to prevent bending the connectors on the CPU and damaging the CPU. • Ensure that all power cables are unplugged before installing the CPU.
1.4 System memory Chapter 1 The motherboard comes with Dual Inline Memory Modules (DIMM) slots designed for DDR4 (Double Data Rate 4) memory modules. A DDR4 memory 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.
Memory configurations You may install 4 GB, 8 GB, 16 GB, and 32 GB unbuffered ECC and non‑ECC DDR4 DIMMs into the DIMM sockets. Chapter 1 You may install varying memory sizes in Channel A, Channel B, Channel C, and Channel D. The system maps the total size of the lower-sized channel for the quad-channel configuration. Any excess memory from the higher-sized channel is then mapped for single-channel operation.
1.5 Expansion slots PRIME TRX40-PRO Chapter 1 Unplug the power cord before adding or removing expansion cards. Failure to do so may cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components.
Recommended VGA configuration 3rd Gen AMD Ryzen™ Threadripper™ Desktop Processors Chapter 1 Slot Description 1. PCIe 4.0 x16_1 2. PCIe 4.0 x16_2 3. PCIe 4.0 x16_3 1-8 Single VGA x16 - SLI®/CFX x16 x16 x16 x16 - • We recommend that you provide sufficient power when running CrossFireX™ or SLI® mode. • Ensure to connect both 8-pin power plugs when running CrossFireX™ or SLI® mode.
1.6 1. Onboard buttons Power button Chapter 1 Press the Power button to power up the system, or put the system into sleep or softoff mode (depending on the operating system settings). The button also lights up when the system is plugged to a power source, indicating that you should shut down the system and unplug the power cable before removing or installing any motherboard component.
1.7 1. Onboard jumpers Clear RTC RAM jumper Chapter 1 The Clear RTC RAM jumper allows you to clear the Real Time Clock (RTC) RAM in the CMOS, which contains the date, time, system passwords, and system setup parameters. To erase the RTC RAM: 1. Turn OFF the computer and unplug the power cord. 2. Short-circuit pin 1-2 with a metal object or jumper cap for about 5-10 seconds. 3. Plug the power cord and turn ON the computer. 4.
1.8 1. Onboard LEDs Q LEDs Chapter 1 The Q LEDs check key components (CPU, DRAM, VGA, and booting devices) during the motherboard booting process. If an error is found, the critical component’s LED stays lit up until the problem is solved. The Q LEDs provide the most probable cause of an error code as a starting point for troubleshooting. The actual cause may vary from case to case. 2. Q-Code LED The Q-Code LED design provides you with a 2-digit error code that displays the system status.
3. 8-pin Power Plug LED The 8-pin Power Plug LED lights up to indicate that the 8-pin power plug is not connected. Chapter 1 1-12 • Ensure to connect both 8-pin power plugs. • Due to the CPU minimum power consumption requirement, we recommend using a PSU with 850W or above.
1.9 1. Internal connectors SATA 6Gb/s connector Chapter 1 The SATA 6Gb/s connector allows you to connect SATA devices such as optical disc drives and hard disk drives via a SATA cable. If you installed SATA storage devices, you can create a RAID 0, 1, and 10 configuration through the onboard AMD TRX40 chipset. • These connectors are set to [AHCI] by default. If you intend to create a SATA RAID set using these connectors, set the SATA Mode Selection item in the BIOS to [RAID].
2. M.2 slot The M.2 slot allows you to install M.2 devices such as M.2 SSD modules. Chapter 1 3. • M.2_1 and M.2_2 sockets support PCIe 4.0 x4 M Key design and type 2242 / 2260 / 2280 / 22110 storage devices. • M.2_3 socket supports PCIe 4.0 x4 and SATA modes vertical M Key design and type 2242 / 2260 / 2280 / 22110 storage devices. • The M.2 SSD module is purchased separately. • Use the bundled bracket to install a vertical M.2 SSD module to the M.2_3 socket, refer to the M.
4. USB 3.2 Gen 2 connector Chapter 1 The USB 3.2 Gen 2 connector allows you to connect a USB 3.2 Gen 2 module for additional USB 3.2 Gen 2 ports. The USB 3.2 Gen 2 connector provides data transfer speeds of up to 10 Gb/s. The USB 3.2 Gen 2 module is purchased separately. 5. USB 3.2 Gen 1 connector The USB 3.2 Gen 1 connector allows you to connect a USB 3.2 Gen 1 module for additional USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports. The USB 3.2 Gen 1 connector provides data transfer speeds of up to 5 Gb/s. The USB 3.
6. USB 2.0 connector The USB 2.0 connector allows you to connect a USB module for additional USB 2.0 ports. The USB 2.0 connector provides data transfer speeds of up to 480 MB/s connection speed. Chapter 1 DO NOT connect a 1394 cable to the USB connectors. Doing so will damage the motherboard! The USB 2.0 module is purchased separately. 7. Chipset Fan connector The Chipset Fan connector is for connecting the chipset fan on the integrated heatsink.
8. Fan and Pump connectors Chapter 1 The Fan and Pump connectors allow you to connect fans or pumps to cool the system. • DO NOT forget to connect the fan cables to the fan connectors. Insufficient air flow inside the system may damage the motherboard components. These are not jumpers! Do not place jumper caps on the fan connectors! • Ensure the cable is fully inserted into the connector.
9. Node connector The Node connector allows you to connect a compatible PSU or control a compatible fan extension card. Chapter 1 Visit www.asus.com for more information about the devices and the latest compatibility list. 10. Thermal Sensor connector The Thermal Sensor connector allows you to connect a sensor to monitor the temperature of the devices and the critical components inside the motherboard.
11. Addressable Gen2 LED connector Chapter 1 The Addressable Gen2 LED connector allows you to connect individually addressable RGB WS2812B LED strips or WS2812B based LED strips. The Addressable Gen2 LED connector supports WS2812B addressable RGB LED strips (5V/Data/Ground), with a maximum power rating of 3A (5V) and a maximum of 120 LEDs. Before you install or remove any component, ensure that the power supply is switched off or the power cord is detached from the power supply.
12. AURA RGB LED connector The AURA RGB LED connector allows you to connect RGB LED strips. Chapter 1 The AURA RGB LED connector supports 5050 RGB multi-color LED strips (12V/G/R/B), with a maximum power rating of 3A (12V). Before you install or remove any component, ensure that the power supply is switched off or the power cord is detached from the power supply. Failure to do so may cause severe damage to the motherboard, peripherals, or components.
13. LED connector Chapter 1 The LED connector is for connecting the LED PCB on your I/O cover. 14. Front Panel Audio connector The front panel audio connector is for a chassis-mounted front panel audio I/O module that supports HD Audio. Connect one end of the front panel audio I/O module cable to this connector. We recommend that you connect a high-definition front panel audio module to this connector to avail of the motherboard’s high-definition audio capability.
15. System Panel connector The System Panel connector supports several chassis-mounted functions. Chapter 1 • System Power LED connector (PLED) The 2-pin connector allows you to connect the System Power LED. The System Power LED lights up when the system is connected to a power source, or when you turn on the system power, and blinks when the system is in sleep mode. • Storage Device Activity LED connector (HDLED) The 2-pin connector allows you to connect the Storage Device Activity LED.
16. Power connectors Chapter 1 These Power connectors allow you to connect your motherboard to a power supply. The power supply plugs are designed to fit in only one orientation, find the proper orientation and push down firmly until the power supply plugs are fully inserted. • Ensure to connect both 8-pin power plugs. • Due to the CPU minimum power consumption requirement, we recommend using a PSU with 850W or above.
Chapter 1 1-24 Chapter 1: Product Introduction
Chapter 2: 2 Basic Installation Basic Installation 2.1 Building your PC system The diagrams in this section are for reference only. The motherboard layout may vary with models, but the installation steps are the same for all models. 2.1.1 CPU installation Chapter 2 The AMD Socket sTRX4 is compatible with 3rd Gen AMD Ryzen™ Threadripper™ Desktop Processors. Ensure you use a CPU designed for the Socket sTRX4. The CPU fits in only one correct orientation.
Remove the external cap. External cap B B A A 2 2 Rail frame 3 3 C C D 1 Chapter 2 Slide the carrier frame with CPU into the rail frame until you hear a click sound, then remove the PnP cap. D 1 PnP cap A Carrier frame with CPU B PnP cap Gently press down the rail frame C housing, until it latches to the socket then press down the load plate.
C Drive the three screws slightly into the holes in sequence 1>2>3, just enough to attach the load plate to the socket. When the A three screws are attached, tighten them in B sequence 1>2>3 to completely secure the load plate. Then apply the Thermal Interface Material to the CPU. B B C 2 3 A D 1 Chapter 2 The load plate screws are Torx T20 models. A torque value of 12 inch-lbf is recommended.
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Motherboard installation 1. Place the motherboard into the chassis, ensuring that its rear I/O ports are aligned to the chassis’ rear I/O panel. 2. Place eight (8) screws into the holes indicated by circles to secure the motherboard to the chassis. • DO NOT over tighten the screws! Doing so can damage the motherboard. • Ensure that the space above the installed motherboard at least 8cm to prevent the MOS heatsink from interfering with the radiator or chassis fans.
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ATX power connection Chapter 2 2.1.5 AND Ensure to connect the two 8-pin power plugs.
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2.1.7 Front I/O connector To install ASUS Q-Connector To install USB 3.2 Gen 2 connector USB 3.2 Gen 2 To install USB 3.2 Gen 1 connector Chapter 2 This connector will only fit in one orientation. Push the connector until it clicks into place. To install USB 2.0 connector USB 3.2 Gen 1 USB 2.
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2.1.9 M.2 installation Supported M.2 type varies per motherboard. Chapter 2 For M.2_1 and M.2_2 (Type 2242 / 2260 / 2280 M.
For M.2_1 and M.2_2 (Type 22110 M.
Chapter 2 For M.2_3 (Type 2242 / 2260 / 2280 / 22110 M.
2.1.10 Fan bracket installation To install the MOS FAN bracket and fan Chapter 2 When using high performance settings whilst overclocking, ensure to install the MOS FAN bracket for additional fan(s). 2-14 • You may install 12V (1A, 12W), 40mm x 40mm fans. • The fan is purchased separately.
2.1.11 M.2 Wi-Fi module and antenna installation Installing the M.2 W-Fi Module 2 1 Chapter 2 4 3 5 PRIME TRX40-PRO • Ensure that the ASUS 2x2 dual band Wi-Fi antenna is securely installed to the Wi-Fi ports. • Ensure that the antenna is at least 20 cm away from all persons. • The illustration to the left is for reference only. The I/O port layout may vary with models, but the Wi-Fi antenna installation procedure is the same for all models. • The M.2 Wi-Fi module is purchased separately.
2.2 BIOS update utility BIOS FlashBack™ BIOS FlashBack™ allows you to easily update the BIOS without entering the existing BIOS or operating system. Simply insert a USB storage device to the USB port (the USB port hole marked in green on the I/O shield) then press the BIOS FlashBack™ button for three seconds to automatically update the BIOS. To use BIOS FlashBack™: 1. Insert a USB storage device to the BIOS FlashBack™ port. We recommend you to use a USB 2.
Motherboard rear and audio connections 2.3.1 Rear I/O connection Chapter 2 2.3 Rear panel connectors 1. USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports E1234 2. BIOS FlashBack™ button 3. USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports 56 4. USB 3.2 Gen 2 port 1 5. LAN (RJ-45) port* 6. USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C™ port C2 7. USB 3.2 Gen 2 ports 34. Lower port supports BIOS FlashBack™ function. 8. Optical S/PDIF OUT port 9. Audio I/O ports** * and ** : Refer to the tables on the next page for LAN port LEDs, and audio port definitions.
* LAN ports LED indications Activity Link LED Speed LED Status Description Status Description OFF No link OFF 10 Mbps connection ORANGE Linked ORANGE 100 Mbps connection ORANGE (Blinking) Data activity GREEN 1 Gbps connection ORANGE (Blinking then Steady) Ready to wake up from S5 mode ACT/LINK LED SPEED LED LAN port ** Audio 2, 4, 5.1 or 7.1-channel configuration Chapter 2 Port 2-18 4-channel 5.1-channel 7.
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Connect to 4 channel Speakers Connect to 6 channel Speakers Chapter 2 Connect to 8 Speakers 2-20 Chapter 2: Basic Installation
2.4 Starting up for the first time 1. After making all the connections, replace the system case cover. 2. Ensure 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. 5. Turn on the devices in the following order: Monitor b. External storage devices (starting with the last device on the chain) c.
Chapter 2 2-22 Chapter 2: Basic Installation
Chapter 3: BIOS Setup BIOS Setup 3.1 Knowing BIOS 3 The new ASUS UEFI BIOS is a Unified Extensible Interface that complies with UEFI architecture, offering a user-friendly interface that goes beyond the traditional keyboardonly BIOS controls to enable a more flexible and convenient mouse input. You can easily navigate the new UEFI BIOS with the same smoothness as your operating system. The term “BIOS” in this user manual refers to “UEFI BIOS” unless otherwise specified.
3.2 BIOS setup program Use the BIOS Setup to update the BIOS or configure its parameters. The BIOS screen include navigation keys and brief onscreen help to guide you in using the BIOS Setup program. Entering BIOS at startup To enter BIOS Setup at startup, press or during the Power-On Self Test (POST). If you do not press or , POST continues with its routines. Entering BIOS Setup after POST To enter BIOS Setup after POST: • Press ++ simultaneously.
3.2.1 Advanced Mode The Advanced Mode provides advanced options for experienced end-users to configure the BIOS settings. The figure below shows an example of the Advanced Mode. Refer to the following sections for the detailed configurations. The default screen for entering the BIOS setup program can be changed. Refer to the Setup Mode item in section Boot menu for details.
Menu bar The menu bar on top of the screen has the following main items: My Favorites For saving the frequently-used system settings and configuration. Main For changing the basic system configuration Ai Tweaker For changing the overclocking settings Advanced For changing the advanced system settings Monitor For displaying the system temperature, power status, and changing the fan settings.
AURA (F4) This button allows you to turn the RGB LED lighting or functional LED on or off. [All On]: All LEDs (Aura or Functional) will be enabled. [Aura Only]: Aura LEDs will be enabled and functional LEDs will be disabled. [Aura Off]: Aura LEDs will be disabled, however functional LEDs will still be enabled. [Stealth Mode]: All LEDs (Aura and Functional) will be disabled.
3.2.2 EZ Mode 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. To access the Advanced Mode, select Advanced Mode or press the hotkey for the advanced BIOS settings. To switch from Advanced Mode to EZ Mode, click EZ Mode(F7) or press the hotkey. Displays the system properties of the selected mode.
3.2.3 Q-Fan Control The Q-Fan Control allows you to set a fan profile or manually configure the operating speed of your CPU and chassis fans.
Configuring fans manually Select Manual from the list of profiles to manually configure your fans’ operating speed. Speed points Select to manually configure your fans To configure your fans: Chapter 3 3-8 1. Select the fan that you want to configure and to view its current status. 2. Click and drag the speed points to adjust the fans’ operating speed. 3. Click Apply to save the changes then click Exit (ESC).
3.3 My Favorites My Favorites is your personal space where you can easily save and access your favorite BIOS items. PRIME TRX40-PRO Chapter 3 My Favorites comes with several performance, power saving, and fast boot related items by default. You can personalize this screen by adding or removing items.
Adding items to My Favorites To add BIOS items: 1. Press on your keyboard or click MyFavorite(F3) from the BIOS screen to open Setup Tree Map screen. 2. On the Setup Tree Map screen, select the BIOS items that you want to save in My Favorites screen. Main menu panel Selected shortcut items Submenu panel Delete all favorite items Recover to default favorite items 3. Select an item from main menu panel, then click the submenu that you want to save or press on your keyboard.
3.4 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. Security The Security menu items allow you to change the system security settings. 3.5 • If you have forgotten your BIOS password, erase the CMOS Real Time Clock (RTC) RAM to clear the BIOS password.
CPU Core Ratio This item allows you to set the CPU core ratios. Configuration options: [Auto] [Sync All Cores] [Per Core] [By Specific Core] TPU This item allows you to automatically overclock the CPU and DRAM frequencies and voltage for an enhanced system performance. [Keep Current Settings] Keep the current settings without changing anything. [TPU I] Applies air cooling overclocking conditions. [TPU II] Applies water cooling overclocking conditions.
NX Mode This item allows you enable or disable no-execute page protection function. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] SVM Mode This item allows you enable or disable CPU Virtualization. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] SMT Mode This item allows you enable or disable Simultaneous multithreading. Configuration options: [Auto] [Disabled] S3 is not supported on systems where cores/threads have been removed/disabled. 3.6.
3.6.4 USB Configuration The items in this menu allow you to change the USB-related features. The Mass Storage Devices item shows the auto-detected values. If no USB device is detected, the item shows None. Legacy USB Support [Enabled] Your system supports the USB devices in legacy operating systems. [Disabled] Your USB devices can be used for BIOS setup only and cannot be recognized in the boot devices list. [Auto] Your system automatically detects the presence of USB devices at startup.
The following items appear only when SATA Port Enable is set to [Enabled]. SATA Mode This item allows you to set the SATA configuration. [AHCI] Set to [AHCI] when you want the SATA hard disk drives to use the AHCI (Advanced Host Controller Interface). The AHCI allows the onboard storage driver to enable advanced SATA features that increases storage performance on random workloads by allowing the drive to internally optimize the order of commands.
PCIEX16_1 Bandwidth [X16 Mode] The PCIe x16_1 slot runs at x16 mode. [PCIe RAID Mode] The four PCIe x16 slots run at x4+x4+x4+x4 mode, which allows you to create a RAID array for up to 4 PCIe devices. Use PCIe RAID Mode when installing the Hyper M.2 x16 card or other M.2 adapter cards. Installing other devices when using PCIe RAID Mode may cause your PC to fail to boot up. PCIEX16_2 Bandwidth [X8 Mode] The PCIe x16_2 slot runs at x8 mode.
When system is in sleep, hibernate or soft off states This item allows you to turn the RGB LED lighting on or off when the system is in the sleep, hibernate or soft off states. Configuration options: [On] [Off] 3.6.9 APM Configuration The items in this menu allow you to set system wake and sleep settings. Restore On AC Power Loss This item allows your system to go to ON state, OFF state, or both states after an AC power loss.
3.7 Monitor menu The Monitor menu displays the system temperature/power status, and allows you to change the fan settings. Scroll down to display the other BIOS items. Q-fan Configuration Qfan Tuning Click this item to automatically detect the lowest speed and configure the minimum duty cycle for each fan. WATER PUMP+ Control [Disabled] Disable the Water Pump control feature. [Auto] Detects the type of water pump installed and automatically switches the control modes.
Setup Mode [Advanced Mode] This item allows you to go to Advanced Mode of the BIOS after POST. [EZ Mode] This item allows you to go to EZ Mode of the BIOS after POST. CSM (Compatibility Support Module) This item allows you to configure the CSM (Compatibility Support Module) items to fully support the various VGA, bootable devices and add-on devices for better compatibility. Launch CSM [Auto] The system automatically detects the bootable devices and the addon devices.
Boot Option Priorities These items specify the boot device priority sequence from the available devices. The number of device items that appears on the screen depends on the number of devices installed in the system. • To access Windows® OS in Safe Mode, press after POST (Windows® 8 not supported). • To select the boot device during system startup, press when the ASUS Logo appears. Boot Override These items displays the available devices.
3.9.2 Secure Erase SSD speeds may lower over time as with any storage medium due to data processing. Secure Erase completely and safely cleans your SSD, restoring it to factory performance levels. Secure Erase is only available in AHCI mode. Ensure to set the SATA mode to AHCI. Click Advanced > SATA Configuration > SATA Mode > AHCI. To launch Secure Erase, click Tool > Secure Erase on the Advanced mode menu. Secure Erase is only supported on selected SATA SSDs, and cannot erase NVMe storage devices.
3.9.3 ASUS User Profile This item allows you to store or load multiple BIOS settings. Load from Profile This item allows you to load the previous BIOS settings saved in the BIOS Flash. Key in the profile number that saved your BIOS settings, press , and then select Yes. • DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS to prevent the system boot failure! • We recommend that you update the BIOS file only coming from the same memory/ CPU configuration and BIOS version.
3.10 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. Load Optimized Defaults This option allows you to load the default values for each of the parameters on the Setup menus. When you select this option or if you press , a confirmation window appears. Select OK to load the default values.
3.11 Updating BIOS The ASUS website publishes the latest BIOS versions to provide enhancements on system stability, compatibility,and performance. However, BIOS updating is potentially risky. If there is no problem using the current version of BIOS, DO NOT manually update the BIOS. Inappropriate BIOS updating may result to system’s failure to boot. Carefully follow the instructions in this chapter to update your BIOS when necessary. Visit http://www.asus.
3.11.2 ASUS EZ Flash 3 ASUS EZ Flash 3 allows you to download and update to the latest BIOS without having to use a bootable floppy disk or an OS‑based utility. 1. Insert the USB flash disk that contains the latest BIOS file to the USB port. 2. Enter the Advanced Mode of the BIOS setup program. Go to the Tool menu to select ASUS EZ Flash 3 Utility and press . 3. Press to switch to the Drive field. 5.
3.11.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 The ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility is an auto recovery tool that allows you to restore the BIOS file when it fails or gets corrupted during the updating process. You can restore a corrupted BIOS file using the motherboard support USB drive that contains the BIOS file. The BIOS file in the motherboard support USB drive may be older than the BIOS file published on the ASUS official website. If you want to use the newer BIOS file, download the file at https://www.asus.
Chapter 4: RAID Support RAID Support 4.1 AMD RAID Array configurations 4 The motherboard comes with the RaidXpert2 Configuration Utility that supports Volume, RAIDABLE, RAID 0, RAID 1, and RAID 10 (depends on system licensing) configurations. For more information on configuring your RAID sets, please refer to the RAID Configuration Guide which you can find at https://www.asus.com/support. 4.1.
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Appendix Appendix Code 00 01 02 03 04 06 Description Not used Power on. Reset type detection (soft/hard).
Q-Code table Code Appendix E0 E1 E2 E3 E4 – E7 E8 E9 EA EB EC – EF F0 F1 F2 F3 F4 F5 – F7 F8 F9 FA FB – FF 60 61 62 63 – 67 68 69 Description S3 Resume is stared (S3 Resume PPI is called by the DXE IPL) S3 Boot Script execution Video repost OS S3 wake vector call Reserved for future AMI progress codes S3 Resume Failed S3 Resume PPI not Found S3 Resume Boot Script Error S3 OS Wake Error Reserved for future AMI error codes Recovery condition triggered by firmware (Auto recovery) Recovery condition triggere
Q-Code table Description Boot Device Selection (BDS) phase is started Driver connecting is started PCI Bus initialization is started PCI Bus Hot Plug Controller Initialization PCI Bus Enumeration PCI Bus Request Resources PCI Bus Assign Resources Console Output devices connect Console input devices connect Super IO Initialization USB initialization is started USB Reset USB Detect USB Enable Reserved for future AMI codes IDE initialization is started IDE Reset IDE Detect IDE Enable SCSI initialization is sta
Q-Code table Appendix Code B4 B5 B6 B7 B8– BF D0 D1 D2 D3 D4 D5 D6 D7 D8 D9 DA DB DC Description USB hot plug PCI bus hot plug Clean-up of NVRAM Configuration Reset (reset of NVRAM settings) Reserved for future AMI codes CPU initialization error System Agent initialization error PCH initialization error Some of the Architectural Protocols are not available PCI resource allocation error.
Notices FCC Compliance Information Asus Computer International Appendix Responsible Party: Address: 48720 Kato Rd., Fremont, CA 94538, USA Phone / Fax No: (510)739-3777 / (510)608-4555 This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Compliance Statement of Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED) Appendix This device complies with Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada licence exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.
Google™ License Terms Copyright© 2019 Google Inc. All Rights Reserved. Appendix Licensed under the Apache License, Version 2.0 (the “License”); you may not use this file except in compliance with the License. You may obtain a copy of the License at: http://www.apache.org/licenses/LICENSE-2.0 Unless required by applicable law or agreed to in writing, software distributed under the License is distributed on an “AS IS” BASIS, WITHOUT WARRANTIES OR CONDITIONS OF ANY KIND, either express or implied.
ASUS Recycling/Takeback Services Appendix ASUS recycling and takeback programs come from our commitment to the highest standards for protecting our environment. We believe in providing solutions for you to be able to responsibly recycle our products, batteries, other components as well as the packaging materials. Please go to http://csr.asus.com/english/Takeback.htm for detailed recycling information in different regions. DO NOT throw the motherboard in municipal waste.
PRIME TRX40-PRO Română ASUSTeK Computer Inc. declară că acest dispozitiv se conformează cerinţelor esenţiale şi altor prevederi relevante ale directivelor conexe. Textul complet al declaraţiei de conformitate a Uniunii Europene se găseşte la: www.asus.com/support Srpski ASUSTeK Computer Inc. ovim izjavljuje da je ovaj uređaj u saglasnosti sa osnovnim zahtevima i drugim relevantnim odredbama povezanih Direktiva. Pun tekst EU deklaracije o usaglašenosti je dostupan da adresi: www.asus.
ASUS contact information ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. Appendix Address Telephone Fax Web site 4F, No. 150, Li-Te Road, Peitou, Taipei 112, Taiwan +886-2-2894-3447 +886-2-2890-7798 www.asus.com Technical Support Telephone +86-21-38429911 Fax +86-21-5866-8722, ext. 9101# Online support https://www.asus.com/support/Product/ContactUs/ Services/questionform/?lang=en ASUS COMPUTER INTERNATIONAL (America) Address 48720 Kato Rd.
