ASUS AP130-E1 User Manual

AP130-E1

Intel® Pentium® 4 5U Rackmount Server

800/533MHz Front Side Bus

User Guide

E1548 First Edition V1

April 2004

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Contents

Notices ............................................................................................v

Safety information ..........................................................................vi

About this guide............................................................................. vii

Chapter 1: Product introduction ......................................... 1-1

1.1 System package contents .................................................. 1-2

1.2 System specifications......................................................... 1-3

1.3 Front panel features ........................................................... 1-4

1.4 Rear panel features............................................................ 1-5

1.5 Internal features ................................................................. 1-6

1.6 LED information.................................................................. 1-8

Chapter 2: Hardware setup.................................................. 2-1

2.1 Chassis cover..................................................................... 2-2

2.1.1 Removing the side cover ....................................... 2-2

2.1.2 Installing the side cover ......................................... 2-3

2.2 Motherboard information .................................................... 2-4

2.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU)........................................... 2-5

2.3.1 Installing a CPU ..................................................... 2-6

2.3.2 Installing the CPU heatsink and fan....................... 2-7

2.4 System memory ................................................................. 2-9

2.4.1 Memory configurations .......................................... 2-9

2.4.2 Installing a DIMM ................................................. 2-10

2.4.3 Removing a DIMM ............................................... 2-10

2.5 Front panel assembly ........................................................2-11

2.5.1 Removing the front panel assembly .....................2-11

2.5.2 Re-installing the front panel assembly................. 2-13

2.6 5.25-inch drives ................................................................ 2-14

2.7 Hard disk drives................................................................ 2-17

2.7.1 Installing a hot-swap SATA hard disk drive .......... 2-17

2.7.2 Installing an internal IDE/SATA HDD .................. 2-19

2.8 Expansion cards............................................................... 2-23

2.8.1 Installing an expansion card ................................ 2-23

2.8.2 Removing an expansion card .............................. 2-24

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2.9 Cable connections............................................................ 2-25

2.9.1 Motherboard connections .................................... 2-25

2.9.2 SATA backplane connections............................... 2-26

2.10 Removable components................................................... 2-29

2.10.1 Chassis fan .......................................................... 2-29

2.10.2 HDD fan ............................................................... 2-31

2.10.3 SATA backplane................................................... 2-34

2.10.4 Power supply module .......................................... 2-36

2.10.5 Floppy disk drive .................................................. 2-39

2.10.6 Front I/O board .................................................... 2-41

2.10.7 Chassis footpads and roller wheels ..................... 2-43

Chapter 3: Installation options ............................................ 3-1

Mounting the system to a rack .................................................... 3-2

Remove the footpads or roller wheels................................ 3-2

Remove the top cover ........................................................ 3-2

Attach the rack rails............................................................ 3-2

Appendix: Power supply ......................................................A-1

A.1 General description ............................................................ A-2

A.2 Specifications ..................................................................... A-3

Notices

Federal Communications Commission Statement

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

• This device may not cause harmful interference, and

• This device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation.

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.

Safety information

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.

• 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.

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 Server System

CAUTION! This server system is heavy. Ask for assistance when moving

or carrying the system.

About this guide

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 AP130-E1 server. It includes sections on front panel and rear panel specifications.

2. Chapter 2: Hardware setup

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

3. Chapter 3: Configuration options

This chapter describes how to install optional components into the barebone server and create your desired configuration.

4. Appendix: Power supply

This appendix gives information on the power supply that came with the barebone server.

Conventions

To 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.

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References

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

1. ASUS PSCH-L motherboard user guide

This manual contains detailed information about the PSCH-L motherboard.

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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Chapter 1

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

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Product introduction

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1.1 System package contents

Check your ASUS AP130-E1 package with the items on the following table. The package contents vary for AA4 (four hot-swap SATA HDDs) and AI4 (four internal SATA/IDE HDD) configurations. Contact your dealer immediately if any of the items is damaged or missing.

Item Description

ASUS AK25 5U rackmount chassis with: 

• ASUS PSCH-L motherboard 

• 350W power supply 

• SATA backplane board 

• 52x CD-ROM drive 

• floppy disk drive 

• chassis fan 

• HDD fan 

• hot-swap SATA HDD trays 

• chassis roller wheels (4 sets) 

• CPU heatsink and fan assembly 

• front I/O board 

• internal HDD rails (4 sets) 

• SATA signal cable (4 sets) 

AA4 AI4

(4 hot-swap SATA ) (4 internal SATA/IDE)

Models

• SMBus cable  AC power cable  System screws and cables  System keys ( 2 pcs.)  Bundled CDs

• AP130-E1 support CD with ASWM* 

• TrendMicro® ServerProtect® CD  Documentation

• ASUS AP130-E1 user guide 

• ASUS PSCH-L user guide  Optional items

• ASUS AK25 rackmount rail kit

*ASUS System Web-based Management

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1.2 System specifications

The ASUS AP130-E1 is a barebone server system featuring the ASUS PSCH-L motherboard. The server supports Intel® Pentium™ 4 processor in the 478-pin package, and includes the latest technologies through the chipsets embedded on the motherboard.

Chassis Pedestal or rackmount 5U with removable front door

bezel and chassis foot stand or roller-wheels.

Motherboard ASUS PSCH-L (ATX form factor: 12 in x 9.6 in)

Chipset Intel

Processor Socket 478 for Intel

Memory 4 x 184-pin DDR sockets for up to 4GB memory

E7210 Memory Controller Hub (MCH)

Intel® 6300ESB ICH

Pentium™ 4 Northwood/Prescott CPU with 800/533MHz FSB and on-die 1MB/512KB L2 cache with full speed

Supports PC3200/2700/2100 unbuffered ECC or non-ECC DDR DIMMs

LAN Intel® 82547GI Gigabit LAN controller

RAID Promise

(supports RAID 0/RAID 1/RAID 0+1/Multi-RAID)

Expansion slots 2 x 64-bit/66Mhz 3.3V PCI-X slots

3 x 32-bit/33Mhz 5V PCI slots

Drive bays 1 x 3.25-inch FDD bay

3 x 5.25-inch drive bays

Front I/O 2 x USB 2.0 Rear panel I/O 1 x Parallel port

1 x Serial port 1 x RJ-45 port 2 x USB 2.0 ports 1 x PS/2 keyboard port 1 x PS/2 mouse port

Management ASUS Server Web-based Management (ASWM) 2.0 Hardware monitors Voltage, temperature, and fan speed monitoring

Automatic System Restart (ASR) feature

Power supply 350W power supply

PDC20319 controller

(with 4-pin power plugs)

Refer to the motherboard user guide for more information on internal connectors.

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1.3 Front panel features

The AP130-E1 chassis displays a stylish front bezel with lock. The bezel covers the system components on the front panel and serves as security. Open the bezel to access the front panel components.

The drive bays, power and reset buttons, LED indicators, CD-ROM drive, floppy drive, and two USB ports are located on the front panel. For future installation of 5.25-inch devices, two drive bays are available.

Drive bays

CD-ROM drive

2 empty 5.25-inch bays Power button

Reset button Message LED HDD access LED

Power LED Floppy disk drive

2 USB 2.0 ports

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Security lock

Chapter 1: Product introduction

If you wish to access front I/O ports and floppy disk drive without opening the bezel, hold the tab and move the sliding panel (rightmost panel) to the left as shown.

1.4 Rear panel features

The rear panel includes a slot for the motherboard rear I/O ports, expansion slots, a chassis lock and intrusion switch, a vent for the system fan, and power supply module.

Power connector

P/S2 mouse port

P/S2 keyboard port

USB ports

Serial ports

Parallel port

VGA port

Gigabit LAN port

Power supply module

12cm fan vent Chassis lock

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Expansion slots

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1.5 Internal features

The barebone server system includes the basic components as shown.

AA4 (4 hot-swap SATA configuration)

1. Power supply cage

2. CD-ROM drive

3. 2 x 5.25-inch drive bays

4. Drive cage

7. Expansion card lock

8. PSCH-L motherboard

9. CPU fan and heatsink assembly

10.Front I/O board

5. HDD fan

6. Chassis fan

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11. Chassis intrusion switch

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AI4 (4 internal SATA/IDE configuration)

1. Power supply cage

2. CD-ROM drive

3. 2 x 5.25-inch drive bays

4. Drive cage

6. Expansion card lock

7. PSCH-L motherboard

8. CPU fan and heatsink assembly

9. Front I/O board

5. Chassis fan

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10.Chassis intrusion switch

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1.6 LED information

The barebone system comes with five LED indicators. Refer to the following table for the LED status description.

Power LED (blue) HDD Access LED (green)

Message LED (red)

Drive status LED (green)

LED Icon Display status Description

System

Power LED ON System power ON

Blinking System is in suspend mode

HDD Access LED OFF No activity

Blinking Read/write data into the HDD

Message LED OFF System is normal; no incoming event

Hard disk drives

Drive Status LED Green Bridge board connected to backplane*

*SCSI Access Fault-Tolerant Enclosure

Blinking ASMS indicates a HW monitor event

Installed HDD is in good condition

The Power, HDD Access, and Message LEDs are visible even if the system front bezel is closed.

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Chapter 2

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

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Hardware setup

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2.1 Chassis cover

The chassis features a “screwless design” that allows convenient assembly and disassembly. Simply push or slide mechanical bolts

2.1.1 Removing the side cover

1. Push up the chassis lock on the rear panel to release the side cover.

2. Slide the side cover for about half an inch toward the rear until it is disengaged from the chassis.

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Chapter 2: Hardware setup

Viewing the internal structure

Without the side cover, the internal structure and installed components of the barebone server vary depending on the model you purchased. Refer to section “1.5 Internal features” for the different model configurations.

Perform the procedures in the succeeding sections to install the CPU, system memory, disk drives, and expansion cards; replace fans and power supply; and connect the system cables.

You may need to remove some of the installed components to access the DIMM sockets and internal connectors. Refer to section “2.10 Removable components” for instructions.

2.1.2 Installing the side cover

1. Match and insert the hooks of the cover to the elongated holes on the side of the chassis. All the six

hooks (three each on the top and bottom) of the cover must properly fit the designated holes.

2. Slide the cover toward the front until it snaps in place.

3. Push down the chassis lock to secure the side cover.

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2.2 Motherboard information

The barebone server comes with the ASUS PSCH-L motherboard already installed. The motherboard is secured to the chassis by ten (10) screws as indicated by circles in the illustration below.

Refer to the motherboard user guide for detailed information on the motherboard.

This side towards the rear of the chassis

Make sure to unplug the power cord before installing or removing any motherboard component or connection. Failure to do so may cause you physical injury and may damage motherboard components.

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