ASUS AP130 User Manual

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AP130

Pentium® 4 Pedestal Server

User’s Manual

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Copyright © 2002 ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. All Rights Reserved.

Product Name: ASUS AP130
Manual Revision: 1.00 E945
Release Date: February 2002

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Contents

Disclaimer/Copyrights ................................................................. 2

ASUS Contact Information .......................................................... 6

FCC/CDC Statements ................................................................... 7

Safety Precautions ....................................................................... 8

Introduction: About This Manual.......................... 9

Audience ..................................................................................... 10

Contents ...................................................................................... 10

Conventions.................................................................................11

References ...................................................................................11

System Package Contents ........................................................ 12

Chapter 1: System Overview............................. 13

1.1 System Features................................................................ 14

1.2 Front Panel Features......................................................... 15

1.3 Rear Panel Features.......................................................... 16

1.4 Internal Features ............................................................... 17

Chapter 2: Hardware Setup ............................... 19

2.1 Remove the Chassis Cover .............................................. 20

Unlock the side cover .......................................................... 20

Remove the side cover........................................................ 20

2.2 Motherboard Placement ................................................... 21

Placement Direction ............................................................ 21

Motherboard Screws ........................................................... 21

2.3 Install a CPU ...................................................................... 22

CPU Socket Location .......................................................... 22

CPU Orientation .................................................................. 22

Unlock the CPU Socket....................................................... 23

Insert the CPU..................................................................... 23

Secure the CPU .................................................................. 23

Install the Fan Heatsink Assembly ...................................... 24

2.4 Install System Memory ..................................................... 26

DIMM Sockets Location ...................................................... 26

Install a DIMM ..................................................................... 26

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2.5 Install a Hard Disk Drive ................................................... 27

Remove the HDD/Floppy Cage........................................... 27

Install the HDD .................................................................... 28

Connect the Cables............................................................. 28

2.6 Replace the Cover ............................................................. 29

Re-install the Cover............................................................. 29

Chapter 3: Powering Up .................................... 31

3.1 Getting Started .................................................................. 32

Connect a Monitor ............................................................... 32

Connect the Power Cord ..................................................... 32

Power On ............................................................................ 32

Check Power Status............................................................ 32

Appendix A: Power Supply ................................ 33

A.1 General Description .......................................................... 34

A.2 Specifications .................................................................... 35

Input Characteristics............................................................ 35

Output Characteristics......................................................... 35

Over-Voltage Protection (OVP) ........................................... 35

Appendix B: Troubleshooting............................ 47

B.1 Simple Fixes ...................................................................... 48

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ASUS Contact Information

ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. (Asia-Pacific)

Address: 150 Li-Te Road, Peitou, Taipei, Taiwan 112
General Tel: [phone]
General Fax: [phone]
General Email: [e-mail]

Technical Support

MB/Others (Tel): [phone] (English)
Notebook (Tel): [phone] (English)
Desktop/Server (Tel): [phone] (English)
Support Fax: [phone]
Support Email: [e-mail]
Web Site: www.asus.com.tw
Newsgroup: cscnews.asus.com.tw

ASUS COMPUTER INTERNATIONAL (America)

Address: 6737 Mowry Avenue, Mowry Business Center,

Building 2, Newark, CA 94560, USA
General Fax: [phone]
General Email: [e-mail]

Technical Support

Support Fax: [phone]
Notebook (Tel): 1-877-918-ASUS (2787)
Web Site: www.asus.com
Support Email: [e-mail]

ASUS COMPUTER GmbH (Europe)

Address: Harkortstr. 25, 40880 Ratingen, BRD, Germany
General Fax: [phone]
General Email: [e-mail] (for marketing requests only)

Technical Support

Support Hotline: MB/Others: [phone]
Notebook (Tel): [phone]
Support Fax: [phone]
Support (Email): www.asuscom.de/de/support (for online support)
Web Site: www.asuscom.de

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FCC/CDC Statements

Federal Communications Commission Statement

This device complies with FCC Rules Part 15. 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.

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B
digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to
provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.
This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not
installed and used in accordance with manufacturer’s instructions, may cause harmful
interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference
will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful
interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the
equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one
or more of the following measures:

• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

• Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the

receiver is connected.

• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

WARNING! The use of shielded cables for connection of the monitor to the
graphics card is required to assure compliance with FCC regulations. Changes
or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by the party responsible
for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate this equipment.

Canadian Department of Communications Statement

This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for radio noise emissions
from digital apparatus set out in the Radio Interference Regulations of the Canadian
Department of Communications.

This class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.

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Safety Precautions

Electrical Safety

IMPORTANT

•

Before installing or removing signal cables, ensure that the power
cables for the system unit and all attached devices are unplugged.

• T o 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.

CAUTION

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.

Operation Safety

IMPORTANT

• Any mechanical operation on this server must be conducted by
certified or experienced engineers.

• Before operating the server, carefully read all the manuals
included with the server package.

• Before using the server, make sure 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.

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Introduction

“About This Manual” introduces the contents
of this document. This part includes the target
audience, chapter description, and
conventions used. It also lists other sources
of information that are not contained in this
manual.

About This Manual

Audience

This manual is intended for system integrators, and experienced users with
at least basic knowledge of configuring an entry-level server.

Contents

This manual contains the following parts:

1. Introduction: About This Manual

This part introduces the contents of this document. It includes the target
audience, chapter description, and conventions used. It also lists other
sources of information that are not contained in this manual.

2. Chapter 1: System Overview

This chapter describes the general features of the AP130 server. It includes
sections on front panel and rear panel specifications.

3. Chapter 2: Hardware Setup

This chapter lists the hardware setup procedures that you have to perform
when installing system components.

4. Chapter 3: Powering Up

This chapter tells how to get started with the AP130 server after you
have installed the basic components.

5. Appendix A: Power Supply Information

This appendix gives information on the 200-watt switching power supply
that came with the AP130 server.

6. Appendix B: Troubleshooting

This appendix lists the common problems that you may encounter while
using the AP130 server . It lists the possible causes of the problems and
offers solutions. You may refer to this part and try to solve simple problems
before calling customer support.

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Conventions

Symbols

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

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: Information that you MUST follow to complete a task.
NOTE: Tips and information to aid in completing a task.

References

Refer to the following sources for additional information and for product and
software updates.

1. ASUS P4B-MX Motherboard User’s Manual

This manual contains detailed information about the P4B-MX
motherboard.

2. ASUS Websites

The ASUS websites worldwide provide updated information on ASUS
hardware and softare products. The ASUS websites are listed in the ASUS
Contact Information on page 5.

3. Optional Documentation

Your product package may include optional documentation such as a
CD-ROM manual, warranty flyers, and others that may have been added
by your dealer. NOTE: These documents are not part of the standard
server package.

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System Package Contents

The following checklist enumerates the components included in the standard
system package.

1) ASUS AS1 1 chassis

2) ASUS P4B-MX motherboard

3) 200W ATX power supply

4) 52X CD-ROM drive

5) 1.44MB floppy disk drive

6) AGP 4X card (optional)

7) Support CD that includes drivers, utilities, and ASUS Server
Web-based Management (ASWM)

8) User’s manuals (for system and motherboard)

If any of the above items is missing, contact your dealer.

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