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[Official] ASUS X99-E WS Owner's thread

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[Official] ASUS X99-E WS Owner's Club



This is my first time at such a thread so please be patient. If there is no objection, I would like to create a thread just for this motherboard as it is pretty unique IMO, and definitely is a great looking board. I've looked at some other owner's threads and borrowed the format of the OP from them, thanks to the other thread owner's creators for the template!
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If you think that there is something that should be added to the OP please let me know and I'd be happy to add it.

I just ordered mine (9/29/2014) so I'll update the thread with pics of my board when it arrives.





Manufacturer Links:
Overview: http://www.asus.com/us/Commercial_Servers_Workstations/X99E_WS/overview/
Specifications: http://www.asus.com/us/Commercial_Servers_Workstations/X99E_WS/specifications/
Support: http://www.asus.com/us/Commercial_Servers_Workstations/X99E_WS/HelpDesk/
Supported CPU List: http://www.asus.com/ca-en/Commercial_Servers_Workstations/X99E_WS/HelpDesk_CPU/
Memory & Device Support Lists: http://www.asus.com/ca-en/Commercial_Servers_Workstations/X99E_WS/HelpDesk_QVL/

UEFI Versions:

1102 <-- Direct Download Link
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X99-E WS Formal BIOS 1102 release
1. Improve compatibility for some VGA cards.
2. Improve compatibility for some memory module.
1003 <-- Direct Download Link
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X99-E WS Formal BIOS 1003 release
1. Improve SATA-EXPRESS single port stability.
2. Fix compatibility for CORSAIR 2133C9 DIMM.
3. Add Ez/Adv. icon on EzMode.
0902 <-- Direct Download Link
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X99-E WS Formal BIOS 0902 release
1. Revise memory manufacturer name.
2. Support user password's rules in the security function of BIOS setup.
3. Fix compatibility for Genius 87 Gaming Keyboard.
4. Support server ASUS Updater tool.
5. Modified the words "Vcore voltages" to "CPU Core Voltage" in "EPU Power Saving Mode".
0801 <-- Direct Download Link
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X99-E WS Formal BIOS 0801 release
1.Revised a string from "SB PCIE X4_2" to "SB PCIE X16_2" in Advanced\Intel(R) Thunderbolt.
0702 <-- Direct Download Link
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X99-E WS Formal BIOS 0702 release
1.Support ECC function
0701 <-- Direct Download Link
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X99-E WS Formal BIOS 0701 release
1.Update EC1 FW to 0413.
2.Add 'SMBus Write' option in setup(AiTweaker/Dram Timing Control)
3.Update power phase control with PCB ID added
0606 <-- Direct Download Link
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X99-E WS Formal BIOS 0606 release
1. Improve XMP settings.
2. Enhance System stability.
3. Enhance USB compatibility.
0509 <-- Direct Download Link
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X99-E WS Formal BIOS 0509 release
1. Improve the compatibility of USB keyboard.
2. Improve the compatibility of Server CPU.
3. Improve the system stability.
4. Improve progressive of OC performance.
0413 <-- Direct Download Link
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X99-E WS Formal BIOS 0413 release
First release.

Online Listings:

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00MSOMIL0/ref=olp_product_details?ie=UTF8&me=
http://www.superbiiz.com/detail.php?name=MB-X99E-WS&c=CJ#
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16813132263&cm_re=ASUS_X99-E_WS-_-13-132-263-_-Product
http://www.neweggbusiness.com/product/product.aspx?item=9b-13-132-263
www.shopblt.com/item/asus-x99-e-ws-i7-xeon-e5-1600/asus_x99ews.html
http://www.provantage.com/scripts/s...+V3+12K+HOURS+CAPACITOR&Submit.x=0&Submit.y=0http://www.provantage.com/asus-x99-e-ws~7ASUS2C7.htm
http://www.pcnation.com/web/details.asp?item=XN4231
http://www.compsource.com/pn/X99EWS/Asus-46/

Reviews & Other Links:

ASUS X99 Motherboard Series - Official Support Thread (North America)
[wccf] ASUS X99-E WS Workstation Motherboard Unveiled
TweakTown.com - ASUS X99-E WS (Intel X99) Workstation Motherboard Review
Overclockers.com - ASUS X99-E WS Motherboard Review

PLX PEX info:

http://www.anandtech.com/show/6170/four-multigpu-z77-boards-from-280350-plx-pex-8747-featuring-gigabyte-asrock-ecs-and-evga


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Raja posted the below on the "ASUS X99 Motherboard Series - Official Support Thread (North America)" thread and I thought it pertinent enough that it should be quoted here. Everyone please understand that you are buying into a new platform with X99 at this time. Moreover, you are also buying into a new memory platform in DDR4. So please be patient and understand that there will be some hiccups but ASUS is here on OCN actively participating with our users to get any bugs worked out as quickly as possible!
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Originally Posted by Raja@ASUS View Post

Thanks guys. I agree, I see this on every platform:

1) Users purchasing memory kits that they expect to be plug-and-play. Unfortunately any kit that is rated over stock speeds (DDR4-2133) may need adjustments. There isn't much we can do to make every sample work with every kit without the user needing to put in some work.

2) Users combining multiple memory kits - bad idea for plug-and-play. This is always a killer on the 8 DIMM platforms.

3) Users overclocking CPUs without even checking the system is stable at stock.

4) Users with CPUs that fall below the average for frequency that end up frustrated. Instead of debugging the issue by clocking the CPU gradually, they end up making several changes they should not make.

5) Users that don't seat memory modules firmly in slots (both sides clicked in) which results in a no-POST. Some make multiple RMAs before they realize this or they move on to another board entirely..

The rest, yes there are bugs. Same happens on every platform, but the above items are just as common. Sadly a lot of Newegg reviewers fall into the above camp. For the first two years of my tenure at ASUS I supported customers that had posted reviews on Newegg. There were plenty that dived head-first into building a killer rig with little to no experience and then blamed the parts. It was a fairly close split between genuine issue and lack of user experience/nous. Always wise to have someone nearby that can help put a first system together.

Remote help on forums or by other means, is only so helpful - someone nearby that has been through the process works a lot better.
 
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WOW, SupBiiz, who is where I bought my board from today, they actually had my board in stock! I got my tracking number tonight, so it is en-route!! FANSTANDING!!
 
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My board is due to ship from an Australian supplier to me here is Aus on the 7/10/2014. Wanted to buy in the US seeing the board cost $642 US here delivered. After seeing this though couldn't risk the international warranty or RMA process
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Originally Posted by TheGovernment View Post

as some know, my first WS died and took my 5960x with it. My second one is on it's way as of Friday from Newegg and my new 5960x is as well. Hopefully things will be better this time! lol
 
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Originally Posted by FreeElectron View Post

VRM and power phases infoooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooo
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Looking through some of the reviews of the board, I found the following:

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The board features an 8-Phase DIGI+ II VRM and the socket is powered through dual 8-Pin connectors including the 24-Pin ATX connector.

Read more: http://wccftech.com/asus-x99-e-ws-workstation-motherboard-unveiled-features-silver-black-color-scheme-server-grade-8phase-digi-vrm/#ixzz3EoAeHBO3
 
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If all works out, this will be ordered this week
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Originally Posted by Pierre3400 View Post

If all works out, this will be ordered this week
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Good luck! I hope that when you are actually shopping for it that the place has them in stock. They have been hard to come by.

I really hope that it is a solid board and we all enjoy it's features! I won't really be using it for any work at all, LOL, mainly OC'ing/benchmarking, video encoding and gaming. I would have gotten the RVE and would have been just fine with it but was really drawn to the look of the board. I was getting tired of the red/black color scheme. The fact that the RVE's SATA ports are now red as well, really killed it for me. Too much red!!
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Originally Posted by Canis-X View Post

Good luck! I hope that when you are actually shopping for it that the place has them in stock. They have been hard to come by.

I really hope that it is a solid board and we all enjoy it's features! I won't really be using it for any work at all, LOL, mainly OC'ing/benchmarking, video encoding and gaming. I would have gotten the RVE and would have been just fine with it but was really drawn to the look of the board. I was getting tired of the red/black color scheme. The fact that the RVE's SATA ports are not red as well, really killed it for me. Too much red!!
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My reason for getting it, is the PCI-E lanes with only 5820K. Since i run a triple setup, and only really been held back by not having space for 4. Didnt want to go X79 because i have 4770K, and the PCIE lanes advantage was tiny.

As far as i can see they should come in stock, within the next 14days.
 
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Shipping from CA to TN per the tracking number so the estimated delivery date for my board will be Monday the 6th, ugg. I hope that the driver drinks some red bull or 5 energy drinks or something! LOL I have a family vacation starting the 10th and I would like to at least know that I don't have any DOA's as well as a ball park idea of my silicon lottery results.
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Originally Posted by TheGovernment View Post

The WS boards have been in stock on newegg.ca for 5 days now. They must have gotten a bunch in. I should have my replacement board tomorrow or thursday.
I really hope that you get a good sample this time! I like to hear that the board that we've chosen is solid, especially considering the cost. Aside from that, it is your hard earned money and should be spent on a quality, reliable product regardless of cost, so I hope that you get a positive experience this time around!
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Cheers!
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Originally Posted by Canis-X View Post

Looking through some of the reviews of the board, I found the following:
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Originally Posted by ASUS X99-E WS View Post

ASUS Digital Power Design :
- Industry leading Digital 8 Phase Power Design
- Industry leading Digital 4 Phase DRAM Power Design
I wanted to know if this board have all true phases or if it is using doublers.
 
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My WS arrived yesterday. I've had nothing but problems getting this thing to install Windows 7. Finally got some progress today, but I can not get the eSata connectors to work.

Once you guys get your boards tell me if yours have the header for the fan extension card that comes with the Deluxe version? It should be white and right above the front panel connectors. In his video at Tek Syndicate, JJ advised this board would support that card and I've seen pictures of board with the header. My board came with out it. Let me know.

Thanks.
 
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Originally Posted by BloodOath View Post

My WS arrived yesterday. I've had nothing but problems getting this thing to install Windows 7. Finally got some progress today, but I can not get the eSata connectors to work.

Once you guys get your boards tell me if yours have the header for the fan extension card that comes with the Deluxe version? It should be white and right above the front panel connectors. In his video at Tek Syndicate, JJ advised this board would support that card and I've seen pictures of board with the header. My board came with out it. Let me know.

Thanks.
I had a heck of a time getting my first board to recognize my M.2 SSD and actually boot from it as well. I will let you know about those headers in the next day or 2.
 
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Originally Posted by BloodOath View Post

My WS arrived yesterday. I've had nothing but problems getting this thing to install Windows 7. Finally got some progress today, but I can not get the eSata connectors to work.

Once you guys get your boards tell me if yours have the header for the fan extension card that comes with the Deluxe version? It should be white and right above the front panel connectors. In his video at Tek Syndicate, JJ advised this board would support that card and I've seen pictures of board with the header. My board came with out it. Let me know.

Thanks.
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Originally Posted by TheGovernment View Post

I had a heck of a time getting my first board to recognize my M.2 SSD and actually boot from it as well. I will let you know about those headers in the next day or 2.
I'll try and get some good pics of my board when I get it. Finger's crossed!
 
#23 ·
Wow, seems like you guys are having a lot of issues with this board?

Its this down to Bios or drivers?

I just pulled my Z87 last night, the X99e ws isnt in stock here for another 2 weeks, but i'd rather wait, and live a month a or two with my 2500K than buy a bugged motherboard.

My plan is to setup the new board, and run of my current windows with new drivers, i really hope that is possible. Its W7 ultimate.
 
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Originally Posted by Pierre3400 View Post

Wow, seems like you guys are having a lot of issues with this board?

Its this down to Bios or drivers?

I just pulled my Z87 last night, the X99e ws isnt in stock here for another 2 weeks, but i'd rather wait, and live a month a or two with my 2500K than buy a bugged motherboard.

My plan is to setup the new board, and run of my current windows with new drivers, i really hope that is possible. Its W7 ultimate.
Me too, I decided to give it a shot anyway. ASUS has a very active representative on this forum who has been working very hard and doing a great job servicing our community, thank you Raja!

I am hopeful that I don't run across any of the hurdles that others have but if I do I'll be sure to let everyone know what the issue was and when possible, the workaround, so that everyone knows.
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Originally Posted by Raja@ASUS View Post

Latest 0606 UEFI build for the X99-E WS:

https://drive.google.com/file/d/0Bz2VRRbLPrZnY2xGYk9CMUdXYXM/edit?usp=sharing

Mirror:

https://onedrive.live.com/redir?resid=3E8613852BC739B%216060

Pach list is same as X99-Deluxe - so suggest everyone updates to this build. This will be public shortly.

-Raja
Thank you very much Raja! You are doing a great job sir, and we appreciate it!!

Is the below the patch list that you are referring to?
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1. Update Intel ucode
2. Enhance USB compatibility
3. Enhance system stability
4. Fix WHQL secure boot
5. Fix Xeon CPU DRAM frequency info
6. Add SATA controller RAID mode support info
 
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