RS700-E8-RS8 V2
1U Rackmount Server
User Guide
E10431
First Edition
May 2015
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Safety information |
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About this guide........................................................................................................ |
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Chapter 1: Product Introduction
1.1 |
System package contents......................................................................... |
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Serial number label..................................................................................... |
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System specifications................................................................................ |
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1.4 |
Front panel features................................................................................... |
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1.5 |
Rear panel features.................................................................................... |
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Internal features.......................................................................................... |
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1.7 |
LED information.......................................................................................... |
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1.7.1 |
Front panel LEDs......................................................................... |
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1.7.2 |
LAN (RJ-45) LEDs....................................................................... |
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1.7.3 |
HDD status LED.......................................................................... |
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Chapter 2: Hardware Information
2.1 |
Chassis cover............................................................................................. |
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Central Processing Unit (CPU).................................................................. |
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2.2.1 |
Installing the CPU and heatsink................................................... |
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2.3 |
System memory........................................................................................ |
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2.3.1 |
Overview.................................................................................... |
2-10 |
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2.3.2 |
Memory Configurations.............................................................. |
2-11 |
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2.3.3 |
Installing a DIMM....................................................................... |
2-13 |
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2.3.4 |
Removing a DIMM..................................................................... |
2-13 |
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Hard disk drives........................................................................................ |
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Expansion slot.......................................................................................... |
2-16 |
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2.5.1 |
Installing an expansion card to the PCIE1 slot.......................... |
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2.5.2 |
Installing an ASUS PIKE II card to the PCIE2 slot..................... |
2-17 |
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2.5.3 |
Configuring an expansion card.................................................. |
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2.5.4 |
Installing Mezzanine cards........................................................ |
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2.5.5 |
Installing M.2 (NGFF) cards....................................................... |
2-26 |
2.6 |
Cable connections.................................................................................... |
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2.7 |
SATA/SAS backplane cabling................................................................. |
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2.8 |
Removable/optional components........................................................... |
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2.8.1 |
System fans............................................................................... |
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2.8.2 |
Redundant power supply module.............................................. |
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2.8.3 |
Removing the Slim type optical drive (optional)......................... |
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Chapter 3: Installation Options
3.1 Tool-less Friction Rail Kit..........................................................................3-2
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Chapter 4: Motherboard Information
4.1 |
Motherboard layout |
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Jumpers....................................................................................................... |
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Internal connectors.................................................................................. |
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Internal LEDs............................................................................................. |
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Chapter 5: BIOS Setup
5.1 |
Managing and updating your BIOS........................................................... |
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ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility................................................... |
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ASUS EZ Flash Utility.................................................................. |
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BUPDATER utility........................................................................ |
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BIOS setup program................................................................................... |
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BIOS menu screen...................................................................... |
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5.2.2 |
Menu bar...................................................................................... |
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5.2.3 |
Menu items.................................................................................. |
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5.2.4 |
Submenu items............................................................................ |
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5.2.5 |
Navigation keys........................................................................... |
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5.2.6 |
General help................................................................................ |
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5.2.7 |
Configuration fields...................................................................... |
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5.2.8 |
Pop-up window............................................................................ |
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Scroll bar...................................................................................... |
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Main menu................................................................................................... |
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System Date [Day xx/xx/xxxx]..................................................... |
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System Time [xx:xx:xx]................................................................ |
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5.4 |
Advanced menu........................................................................................ |
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ACPI Settings............................................................................ |
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Smart Settings........................................................................... |
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NCT6779D Super IO Configuration........................................... |
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5.4.4 |
Onboard LAN I350 IO Configuration ......................................... |
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Serial Port Console Redirection................................................. |
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APM........................................................................................... |
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5.4.7 |
Advanced Power Management Configuration .......................... |
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PCI Subsystem Settings............................................................ |
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Network Stack Configuration..................................................... |
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CSM Configuration.................................................................... |
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Trusted Computing.................................................................... |
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USB Configuration..................................................................... |
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iSCSI Configuration................................................................... |
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5.5 |
IntelRCSetup menu................................................................................... |
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Processor Configuration............................................................ |
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Advanced Power Management Configuration........................... |
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Common RefCode Configuration............................................... |
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QPI Configuration...................................................................... |
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5.5.5 |
Memory Configuration............................................................... |
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IIO Configuration........................................................................ |
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PCH Configuration..................................................................... |
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Miscellaneous Configuration...................................................... |
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5.5.9 |
Server ME Configuration........................................................... |
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5.5.10 |
Runtime Error Logging Support................................................. |
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5.6 |
Server Mgmt menu................................................................................... |
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Event Logs menu...................................................................................... |
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5.7.1 |
Change Smbios Event Log Settings.......................................... |
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5.7.2 |
View Smbios Event Log............................................................. |
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5.8 |
Monitor menu............................................................................................ |
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Security menu........................................................................................... |
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5.10 |
Boot menu................................................................................................. |
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5.11 |
Tool menu.................................................................................................. |
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5.12 |
Exit menu................................................................................................... |
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Chapter 6: RAID Configuration
6.1 |
Setting up RAID.......................................................................................... |
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RAID definitions........................................................................... |
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6.1.2 |
Installing hard disk drives............................................................ |
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6.1.3 |
Setting the RAID item in BIOS..................................................... |
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6.1.4 |
RAID configuration utilities........................................................... |
6-3 |
6.2 |
LSI Software RAID Configuration Utility................................................... |
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6.2.1 |
Creating a RAID set..................................................................... |
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6.2.2 |
Adding or viewing a RAID configuration.................................... |
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6.2.3 |
Initializing the virtual drives........................................................ |
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6.2.4 |
Rebuilding failed drives.............................................................. |
6-16 |
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6.2.5 |
Checking the drives for data consistency.................................. |
6-18 |
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6.2.6 |
Deleting a RAID configuration................................................... |
6-21 |
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6.2.7 |
Selecting the boot drive from a RAID set................................... |
6-22 |
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6.2.8 |
Enabling WriteCache................................................................. |
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6.3Intel® Rapid Storage Technology enterprise SATA/SSATA
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Option ROM Utility.................................................................................... |
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6.3.1 |
Creating a RAID set................................................................... |
6-25 |
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6.3.2 |
Deleting a RAID set................................................................... |
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6.3.3 |
Resetting disks to Non-RAID..................................................... |
6-28 |
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6.3.4 |
Exiting the Intel® Rapid Storage Technology enterprise |
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SATA/SSATA Option ROM utility.............................................. |
6-29 |
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6.3.5 |
Rebuilding the RAID.................................................................. |
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6.3.6 |
Setting the Boot array in the BIOS Setup Utility........................ |
6-31 |
6.4 |
Intel® Rapid Storage Technology enterprise (Windows)...................... |
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6.4.1 |
Creating a RAID set................................................................... |
6-33 |
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6.4.2 |
Changing a Volume Type.......................................................... |
6-35 |
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6.4.3 |
Deleting a volume...................................................................... |
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6.4.4 |
Preferences............................................................................... |
6-37 |
Chapter 7: Driver Installation
7.1 |
RAID driver installation.............................................................................. |
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7.1.1 |
Creating a RAID driver disk......................................................... |
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7.1.2 |
Installing the RAID controller driver............................................. |
7-3 |
7.2 |
Management applications and utilities installation............................... |
7-13 |
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7.3 |
Running the Support DVD ...................................................................... |
7-13 |
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7.4 |
Intel® chipset device software installation............................................. |
7-17 |
7.5Installing the Intel® I350-AM1/I350-AM2/I210
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X540-BT2 Gigabit Adapters driver.......................................................... |
7-19 |
7.6 |
VGA driver installation............................................................................. |
7-22 |
7.7 |
Intel® Rapid Storage Technology enterprise 4.0 installation................ |
7-24 |
Appendix
Z10PP-D24 block diagram....................................................................................... |
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Notices ..................................................................................................................... |
A-3 |
Federal Communications Commission Statement........................................ |
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Canadian Department of Communications Statement................................. |
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REACH ..................................................................................................... |
A-4 |
ASUS Recycling/Takeback Services............................................................ |
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Australia statement notice............................................................................ |
A-4 |
ASUS contact information...................................................................................... |
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Electrical Safety
•Before installing or removing signal cables, ensure that the power cables for the system unit and all attached devices are unplugged.
•To prevent electrical shock hazard, disconnect the power cable from the electrical outlet before relocating the system.
•When adding or removing any additional 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.
•If the power supply is broken, do not try to fix it by yourself. Contact a qualified service technician or your dealer.
Operation Safety
•Any mechanical operation on this server must be conducted by certified or experienced engineers.
•Beforeoperatingtheserver,carefullyreadallthemanualsincludedwiththeserverpackage.
•Before using the server, ensure all cables are correctly connected and the power cables are not damaged. If any damage is detected, contact your dealer as soon as possible.
•To avoid short circuits, keep paper clips, screws, and staples away from connectors, slots, sockets and circuitry.
•Avoid dust, humidity, and temperature extremes. Place the server on a stable surface.
•If you encounter technical problems with the product, contact a qualified service technician or your retailer.
This product is equipped with a three-wire power cable and plug for the user’s safety. Use the power cable with a properly grounded electrical outlet to avoid electrical shock.
Lithium-Ion Battery Warning
CAUTION! Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer. Dispose of used batteries according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
CD-ROM Drive Safety Warning
CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT
Heavy System
CAUTION! This server system is heavy. Ask for assistance when moving or carrying the system.
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Audience
This user guide is intended for system integrators, and experienced users with at least basic knowledge of configuring a server.
Contents
This guide contains the following parts:
1.Chapter 1: Product Introduction
This chapter describes the general features of the server, including sections on front panel and rear panel specifications.
2.Chapter 2: Hardware Information
This chapter lists the hardware setup procedures that you have to perform when installing or removing system components.
3.Chapter 3: Installation Options
This chapter describes how to install optional components into the barebone server.
4.Chapter 4: Motherboard Information
This chapter gives information about the motherboard that comes with the server. This chapter includes the motherboard layout, jumper settings, and connector locations.
5.Chapter 5: BIOS Setup
This chapter tells how to change system settings through the BIOS Setup menus and describes the BIOS parameters.
6.Chapter 6: RAID Configuration
ThischaptertellshowtochangesystemsettingsthroughtheBIOSSetupmenus.Detailed descriptions of the BIOS parameters are also provided.
7.Chapter 7: Driver Installation
This chapter provides instructions for installing the necessary drivers for different system components.
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Conventions
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.
Typography
Bold text |
Indicates a menu or an item to select. |
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Used to emphasize a word or a phrase. |
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<Key1>+<Key2>+<Key3> |
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Example: <Ctrl>+<Alt>+<Del> |
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Example: At the DOS prompt, type the |
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command line: format A:/S |
References
Refer to the following sources for additional information, and for product and software updates.
1.ASUS Server Web-based Management (ASWM) user guide
This manual tells how to set up and use the proprietary ASUS server management utility.
2.ASUS websites
The ASUS websites worldwide provide updated information for all ASUS hardware and software products. Refer to the ASUS contact information.
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This chapter describes the general features of the chassis kit. It includes sections on front panel and rear panel specifications.
Check your system package for the following items.
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RS700-E8-RS8 V2 |
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ASUS R12D 1U Rackmount Chassis |
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ASUS Z10PP-D24 Server Board |
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1 x 800W 80PLUS Platinum Power Supply |
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1 x SAS 3.5-inch HDD Backplane |
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8 x System Fans (40 mm x 40 mm x 56 mm) |
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1 x RS700-E8-RS8 Support CD |
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1 x ASWM* Enterprise Support CD |
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1 x Redundant 800W 80PLUS Platinum Power Supply (Second PSU) Optional Items 1 x Friction Rail Kit
1 x Slim type DVD-RW
*ASUS System Web-based Management
If any of the above items is damaged or missing, contact your retailer.
The product’s serial number contains 12 characters such as xxS0xxxxxxxx and printed on the sticker at the server's front cover.
The correct serial number of the product is required if you need to request for support from the ASUS Technical Support team.
RS700-E8-RS8 V2
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The ASUS RS700-E8-RS8 V2 features the ASUS Z10PP-D24 server board. The server supports Intel® Socket-R3 LGA2011-3 Xeon® series processors plus other latest technologies through the chipsets onboard.
Model Name
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RS700-E8-RS8 V2
2 x Socket R3 (LGA 2011-3)
Intel® Xeon® processor E5-2600 v3 product family QPI 6.4 / 8.0 / 9.6 GT/s
Intel® C612 chipset
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24 (4-channel per CPU, 12 DIMM per CPU)
Maximum up to 1536 GB
DDR4 2133/1866/1600/1333 RDIMM/LR-DIMM/NVDIMM
* Refer to ASUS server AVL for the latest update
32 GB, 16 GB, 8 GB, 4 GB (RDIMM) / 64 GB, 32 GB (LRDIMM)
* Refer to ASUS server AVL for the latest update
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1 x PCI-E x16 (Gen3 x16 link), FH, HL 1 x PCI-E x8 (Gen3 x8 link), LP, HL
1 x PCI-E x8 (Gen3 x8 link), proprietary*
1 x PCI-E x8 (Gen3 x8 link), OCP Mezzanine**
*Support for ASUS PIKE II (optional)
**Support for MCB-10G-2S (Dual Port 10 Gigabit/s Ethernet card) (optional)
Intel® C612
-- 2 x MiniSAS ports (4 x SATA ports) + 2 x SATA ports
or 2 x MiniSAS ports (4 x SATA ports) + 1 x SATA port + 1 x M.2 connector
Intel® RSTe (for Windows only; Support software RAID 0, 1, 10, & 5)
Optional:
ASUS PIKE II 3008 8-port SAS HBA card
ASUS PIKE II 3108 8-port SAS HW RAID card
8 x 2.5-inch Hot-swap HDD Bays
1 x Dual Port Intel I350-AM2 Gigabit LAN controller 1 x Management Port
Aspeed AST2400 32 MB
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Auxiliary Storage Device Bay |
1 x Slim type Optical Drive Bay |
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ASUS ASWM Enterprise |
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Dimension (HH x WW x DD) |
686 mm x 444 mm x 44 mm (1U) |
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The barebone server displays a simple yet stylish front panel with easily accessible features. The power and reset buttons, LED indicators, slim type optical drive, and two USB ports are located on the front panel.
Refer to the Front panel LEDs section for the LED descriptions.
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The rear panel includes the expansion slots, system power socket, and rear fans. The middle part includes the I/O shield with openings for the rear panel connectors on the motherboard.
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*This port is for ASUS ASMB8-iKVM only.
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The barebone server includes the basic components as shown.
1. Power supply and power fan
2. ASUS Z10PP-D24 Server
Board
3. System fans
4. 8 x 2.5-inch HDD trays
5. SATA/SAS backplane (hidden)
6. Slim type optical drive (hidden)
7. PCI-E x8 slot (Gen3 x8 link) (OCP Mezzanine) (hidden)
8. Butterfly riser card
9. Riser card (Gen3 x16 link)
The barebone server does not include a floppy disk drive. Connect a USB floppy disk drive to any of the USB ports on the front or rear panel if you need to use a floppy disk.
A protection film is pre-attached to the front cover before shipping. Please remove the protection film before turning on the system for proper heat dissipation.
WARNING
HAZARDOUS MOVING PARTS
KEEP FINGERS AND OTHER BODY PARTS AWAY
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Chapter 1: Product Introduction |
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1.7.2LAN (RJ-45) LEDs
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Chapter 1: Product Introduction |
Hardware Information |
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This chapter lists the hardware setup procedures that you have to perform when installing or removing system components.
Removing the rear cover
To remove the rear cover:
1.Loosen the thumbscrew on the rear panel to release the rear cover from the chassis.
2.Firmly hold the cover and slide it toward the rear panel for about half an inch until it is disengaged from the chassis.
3.Lift the cover from the chassis.
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Chapter 2: Hardware Information |
The motherboard comes with a surface mount LGA 2011-3 socket designed for the Intel® Xeon E5-2600 V3 family processor.
•Upon purchase of the motherboard, ensure that the PnP cap is on the socket and
the socket contacts are not bent. Contact your retailer immediately if the PnP cap is missing, or if you see any damage to the PnP cap/socket contacts/motherboard components. ASUS will shoulder the cost of repair only if the damage is shipment/ transit-related.
•Keep the cap after installing the motherboard. ASUS will process Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) requests only if the motherboard comes with the cap on the LGA
2011-3 socket.
•The product warranty does not cover damage to the socket contacts resulting from incorrect CPU installation/removal, or misplacement/loss/incorrect removal of the PnP cap.
To install a CPU:
1.Remove the rear cover. For more information, see the section Chassis cover.
2.Remove the air duct.
CPU2
CPU1
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3.Locate the CPU socket on the motherboard.
Before installing the CPU, ensure that the socket box is facing toward you and the triangle mark is on the top-right position.
Triangle mark
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Chapter 2: Hardware Information |
4.Press down the load lever with your thumb (A), move it to the right until it is released from the retention tab (B), then gently lift the load lever (C).
To prevent damage to the socket pins, do not remove the PnP cap unless you are installing a CPU.
Load
5.Press down the right load lever with your thumb (D), move it to the left until it is released from retention tab (E), then gently lift the load lever (F).
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6.Push the left load lever to slightly lift the load plate (G).
Do not insert the load lever into the retention tab.
7.Hold the edge then gently lift the load plate (H).
8.Get the CPU.
9.Align and position the CPU over the socket ensuring that the triangle mark on the CPU matches the triangle mark on the socket box.
10.Install the CPU into the slot.
The CPU fits in only one correct orientation. DO NOT force the CPU into the socket to prevent bending the
CPU pins on the socket.
11.Gently push the load plate just enough to let it sit on top of the CPU.
Do not force to close the load plate as it may damage the CPU.
edge of the Load plate
Load plate
Triangle mark
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Chapter 2: Hardware Information |
12.Push down the right load lever (I) ensuring that the edge of the load plate is fixed and tucked securely under the lever (J) then insert the right load lever under the retention tab (K).
The PnP cap pops out of the load plate when the right load lever is inserted into the retention tab.
Keep the PnP cap. ASUS will process Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) requests only if the motherboard comes with the PnP cap on the LGA 2011 socket.
PnP cap
13.Push down the left load lever (L) then insert it under the retention tab (M).
Retention tab
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14. Apply some Thermal Interface Material to the exposed area of the CPU that the heatsink will be in contact with.
• Ensure that the Thermal Interface
Material is spread in an even thin layer.
• Some heatsinks come with pre-applied Thermal Interface
Material. If so, skip this step.
The Thermal Interface Material is toxic and inedible. DO NOT eat it. If it gets into your eyes or touches your skin, wash it off immediately, and seek professional medical help.
15.Prepare the CPU heatsink.
16.Place the heatsink on top of the installed CPU ensuring that the four fasteners matches the holes on the motherboard.
17.Twist each of the four screws with a Phillips (cross) screwdriver just enough to attach the heatsink to the motherboard. When the four screws are attached, tighten them one by one in a diagonal sequence to completely secure the heatsink.
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18.Replace the air duct.
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CPU1
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The motherboard comes with 24 Double Data Rate 4 (DDR4) Dual Inline Memory Modules (DIMM) sockets.
The figure illustrates the location of the DDR4 DIMM sockets:
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You may install 4 GB, 8 GB, 16 GB, and 32 GB RDIMMs or 32 GB, 64 GB LR-DIMMs and NVDIMM into the DIMM sockets using the memory configurations in this section.
• Refer to ASUS Server AVL for the updated list of compatible DIMMs.
•When installing only one DIMM in a single CPU configuration, install the DIMM on
either A1 or B1.
• Always install DIMMs with the same CAS latency. For optimum compatibility, it is recommended that you obtain memory modules from the same vendor.
1 CPU Configuration (must on CPU1)
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2 CPU Configuration
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