Asus AP1600R-E2(AA2), AP1600R-E2(AI2) User Manual
AP1600R-E2
(AA2/AI2)
1U Rackmount Barebone Server1U Rackmount Barebone Server
1U Rackmount Barebone Server
1U Rackmount Barebone Server1U Rackmount Barebone Server
User Guide
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Contents
Notices ............................................................................................... vii
Safety information ............................................................................ viii
About this guide ................................................................................. ix
Chapter 1: Product introductionChapter 1: Product introduction
Chapter 1: Product introduction
Chapter 1: Product introductionChapter 1: Product introduction
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 .................................................................... 1-7
1.6.1 Front panel LEDs .................................................... 1-7
1.6.2 Rear panel LEDs ...................................................... 1-7
Chapter 2: Hardware setupChapter 2: Hardware setup
Chapter 2: Hardware setup
Chapter 2: Hardware setupChapter 2: Hardware setup
2.1 Chassis cover ....................................................................... 2-2
2.1.1 Removing the cover................................................ 2-2
2.1.2 Installing the cover ................................................. 2-3
2.2 Central Processing Unit (CPU) .............................................. 2-4
2.2.1 Installling a CPU ...................................................... 2-4
2.2.2 Installing the CPU heatsink ..................................... 2-6
2.4 System memory ................................................................... 2-7
2.4.1 Overview ................................................................. 2-7
2.4.2 Memory configurations ........................................... 2-7
2.4.4 Removing a DIMM ................................................... 2-8
2.4.3 Installing a DIMM ..................................................... 2-8
2.4 Hard disk drives .................................................................... 2-9
2.4.1 Installing a hot-swap SATA HDD (AA2 model) ....... 2-9
2.4.2 Installing an IDE HDD (AI2 model) ........................ 2-11
2.4.3 Installing an internal SATA HDD (AI2 model) ....... 2-13
2.5 Expansion slot .................................................................... 2-14
2.5.1 Installing an expansion card .................................. 2-14
2.5.2 Configuring an expansion card .............................. 2-16
2.6 Cable connections .............................................................. 2-17
2.7 Removable components ..................................................... 2-19
2.7.1 System fans .......................................................... 2-19
2.7.2 Device fan ............................................................. 2-19
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2.7.3 Power supply module ............................................ 2-20
2.7.4 Optical drive ......................................................... 2-21
2.7.5 Motherboard .........................................................2-23
2.8 SATA backplane cabling (for AA2) .................................... 2-26
2.9 Fan control board cabling (for AI2) .................................... 2-27
Chapter 3: Installation optionsChapter 3: Installation options
Chapter 3: Installation options
Chapter 3: Installation optionsChapter 3: Installation options
3.1 Rackmount rail kit items ....................................................... 3-2
3.2 Rack rails assembly .............................................................. 3-2
3.3 Attaching the rails to the rack ............................................. 3-3
3.4 Rackmounting the server ..................................................... 3-4
Chapter 4: Motherboard informationChapter 4: Motherboard information
Chapter 4: Motherboard information
Chapter 4: Motherboard informationChapter 4: Motherboard information
4.1 Motherboard layout .............................................................. 4-2
4.2 Jumpers ................................................................................ 4-5
4.3 Connectors .........................................................................4-10
Chapter 5: BIOS SETUPChapter 5: BIOS SETUP
Chapter 5: BIOS SETUP
Chapter 5: BIOS SETUPChapter 5: BIOS SETUP
5.1 Managing and updating your BIOS ........................................ 5-2
5.1.1 Creating a bootable floppy disk .............................. 5-2
5.1.2 AwardBIOS Flash Utility .......................................... 5-4
5.1.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 2 utility ................................ 5-8
5.1.4 ASUS EZ Flash utility ............................................ 5-10
5.1.5 ASUS Update utility ..............................................5-11
5.2 BIOS Setup program ...........................................................5-14
5.2.1 BIOS menu screen ................................................. 5-15
5.2.2 Menu bar ............................................................... 5-15
5.2.3 Navigation keys .................................................... 5-15
5.2.4 General help .......................................................... 5-16
5.2.5 Sub-menu ............................................................. 5-16
5.2.6 Scroll bar .............................................................. 5-16
5.2.7 Pop-up window ..................................................... 5-16
5.3 Main menu .......................................................................... 5-17
5.3.1 Primary IDE Master ............................................... 5-18
5.3.2 Primary IDE Slave .................................................. 5-20
5.3.3 Secondary IDE Master ........................................... 5-20
5.3.4 Secondary IDE Slave ............................................. 5-20
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5.4 Advanced menu .................................................................. 5-21
5.4.1 Advanced BIOS Features ...................................... 5-22
5.4.2 CPU Configuration ................................................. 5-23
5.4.3 Memory Configuration .......................................... 5-24
5.4.4 Chipset ................................................................. 5-25
5.4.5 Onboard Device .................................................... 5-26
5.4.6 PCIPnP ................................................................... 5-30
5.4.7 USB Configuration ................................................. 5-32
5.5 Power menu ........................................................................ 5-33
5.5.1 APM Configuration ................................................ 5-34
5.5.2 Hardware Monitor ................................................. 5-37
5.6 Boot menu .......................................................................... 5-39
5.6.1 Boot Device Priority .............................................. 5-39
5.6.2 Hard Disk Boot Priority ......................................... 5-40
5.6.3 Removable Device Priority .................................... 5-40
5.6.4 CD-ROM Boot Priority ........................................... 5-41
5.6.5 Boot Settings Configuration .................................5-41
5.6.6 Security ................................................................ 5-43
5.7 Exit menu ........................................................................... 5-45
Chapter 6: Driver installationChapter 6: Driver installation
Chapter 6: Driver installation
Chapter 6: Driver installationChapter 6: Driver installation
6.1 RAID ...................................................................................... 6-2
6.1.1 RAID configurations ................................................ 6-2
6.1.2 Installing hard disk drives ....................................... 6-2
6.1.3 Setting the RAID item in BIOS ................................ 6-3
6.1.4 RAID configuration utility........................................ 6-3
6.1.5 Creating a RAID driver disk ...................................6-21
6.1.6 Installing the Intel® 6300ESB RAID controller
driver .................................................................... 6-22
6.2 LAN .................................................................................... 6-29
6.2.1 Windows® 2000 Server ....................................... 6-29
6.2.2 Windows® 2003 Server ....................................... 6-31
6.2.3 Red Hat® Linux 9.0 .............................................. 6-33
6.3 VGA .................................................................................... 6-34
6.3.1 Windows® 2000 Server ....................................... 6-34
6.3.2 Windows® 2003 Server ....................................... 6-35
6.3.3 Red Hat® Linux 9.0 .............................................. 6-35
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Notices
Federal Communications Commission StatementFederal Communications Commission Statement
Federal Communications Commission Statement
Federal Communications Commission StatementFederal Communications Commission Statement
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to
the following two conditions:
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This device may not cause harmful interference, and
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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 A 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.
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Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
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Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from that to
which the receiver is connected.
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Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
WARNING!WARNING!
WARNING! The use of shielded cables for connection of the monitor to
WARNING!WARNING!
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 StatementCanadian Department of Communications Statement
Canadian Department of Communications Statement
Canadian Department of Communications StatementCanadian Department of Communications Statement
This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class A limits for radio noise
emissions from digital apparatus set out in the Radio Interference
Regulations of the Canadian Department of Communications.
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Safety information
Electrical SafetyElectrical Safety
Electrical Safety
Electrical SafetyElectrical 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 SafetyOperation Safety
Operation Safety
Operation SafetyOperation 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 WarningLithium-Ion Battery Warning
Lithium-Ion Battery Warning
Lithium-Ion Battery WarningLithium-Ion Battery Warning
CAUTION!CAUTION!
CAUTION! Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced.
CAUTION!CAUTION!
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 WarningCD-ROM Drive Safety Warning
CD-ROM Drive Safety Warning
CD-ROM Drive Safety WarningCD-ROM Drive Safety Warning
CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCTCLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT
CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT
CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCTCLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT
Heavy SystemHeavy System
Heavy System
Heavy SystemHeavy System
CAUTION!CAUTION!
CAUTION! This server system is heavy. Ask for assistance when
CAUTION!CAUTION!
moving or carrying the system.
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About this guide
AudienceAudience
Audience
AudienceAudience
This user guide is intended for system integrators, and experienced users
with at least basic knowledge of configuring a server.
ContentsContents
Contents
ContentsContents
This guide contains the following parts:
1.1.
Chapter 1: Product IntroductionChapter 1: Product Introduction
1.
Chapter 1: Product Introduction
1.1.
Chapter 1: Product IntroductionChapter 1: Product Introduction
This chapter describes the general features of the server, including
sections on front panel and rear panel specifications.
2.2.
Chapter 2: Hardware setupChapter 2: Hardware setup
2.
Chapter 2: Hardware setup
2.2.
Chapter 2: Hardware setupChapter 2: Hardware setup
This chapter lists the hardware setup procedures that you have to
perform when installing or removing system components.
3.3.
Chapter 3: Installation optionsChapter 3: Installation options
3.
Chapter 3: Installation options
3.3.
Chapter 3: Installation optionsChapter 3: Installation options
This chapter describes how to install optional components into the
barebone server.
4.4.
Chapter 4: Motherboard informationChapter 4: Motherboard information
4.
Chapter 4: Motherboard information
4.4.
Chapter 4: Motherboard informationChapter 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.
5.5.
Chapter 5: BIOS informationChapter 5: BIOS information
5.
Chapter 5: BIOS information
5.5.
Chapter 5: BIOS informationChapter 5: BIOS information
This chapter tells how to change system settings through the BIOS
Setup menus and describes the BIOS parameters.
6.6.
Chapter 6: Driver installationChapter 6: Driver installation
6.
Chapter 6: Driver installation
6.6.
Chapter 6: Driver installationChapter 6: Driver installation
This chapter provides instructions for creating and configuring RAID,
and installing the necessary drivers for different system components.
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ConventionsConventions
Conventions
ConventionsConventions
To make sure that you perform certain tasks properly, take note of the
following symbols used throughout this manual.
WARNING: WARNING:
WARNING: Information to prevent injury to yourself when trying
WARNING: WARNING:
to complete a task.
CAUTION:CAUTION:
CAUTION: Information to prevent damage to the components
CAUTION:CAUTION:
when trying to complete a task.
IMPORTANT: IMPORTANT:
IMPORTANT: Instructions that you MUST follow to complete a
IMPORTANT: IMPORTANT:
task.
NOTE: NOTE:
NOTE: Tips and information to aid in completing a task.
NOTE: NOTE:
ReferencesReferences
References
ReferencesReferences
Refer to the following sources for additional information, and for product
and software updates.
1.1.
ASUS NCCH-DR motherboard user guideASUS NCCH-DR motherboard user guide
1.
ASUS NCCH-DR motherboard user guide
1.1.
ASUS NCCH-DR motherboard user guideASUS NCCH-DR motherboard user guide
This manual contains detailed information about the ASUS NCCH-DR
motherboard.
2.2.
ASUS Server Web-based Management (ASWM) user guideASUS Server Web-based Management (ASWM) user guide
2.
ASUS Server Web-based Management (ASWM) user guide
2.2.
ASUS Server Web-based Management (ASWM) user guideASUS Server Web-based Management (ASWM) user guide
This manual tells how to set up and use the proprietary ASUS server
management utility.
3.3.
ASUS websitesASUS websites
3.
ASUS websites
3.3.
ASUS websitesASUS 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 chassis kit. It
includes sections on front panel and
rear panel specifications.
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1.1 System package contents
The items in the ASUS AP1600R-E2 (AA2/AI2) product package vary
depending on the model your purchased. Check your package for the
standard items listed in the following table.
Package items AA2 model AI2 model
ASUS AR14 1U rackmount chassis with:
• ASUS NCCH-DR motherboard
• 500W power supply
•SATA backplane
• Fan control board
• Optical drive
• System fan
• Device fan
•2 x internal HDD trays
•2 x hot-swap HDD trays
• Pre-connected device/power cables
CPU heatsink
SA TA cable
IDE cable
Rackmount rail kit
Bundled CDs
• AP1600R-E2 drivers and utilities CD
•CA Anti-virus software CD
User guide
* AA2 model - supports up to two hot-swap SATA hard disks
* AI2 model - supports up to two internal IDE hard disks,
or up to two internal SATA hard disks
Contact your dealer immediately if any of the items is damaged or
missing.
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1.2 System specifications
The ASUS AP1600R-E2 (AA2/AI2) is a 1U barebone server system
featuring the ASUS NCCH-DR motherboard. The server supports dual Intel
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Xeon™ processors, and includes the latest technologies through the
chipsets embedded on the motherboard.
ChassisChassis
Chassis Rackmount 1U (AR14)
ChassisChassis
MotherboardMotherboard
Motherboard ASUS NCCH-DR
MotherboardMotherboard
ChipsetChipset
Chipset North Bridge: Intel
ChipsetChipset
ProcessorProcessor
Processor Supports dual Intel
ProcessorProcessor
MemoryMemory
Memory 4 x 184-pin DDR sockets for up to 8 GB system memory
MemoryMemory
LANLAN
LAN Intel
LANLAN
VGAVGA
VGA ATI RAGE-XL PCI-based VGA controller
VGAVGA
Expansion slotsExpansion slots
Expansion slots 1 x PCI-X 66 MHz/64-bit slot (PCI-X 1.0)
Expansion slotsExpansion slots
StorageStorage
Storage Intel
StorageStorage
ManagementManagement
Management ASUS Server Web-based Management (ASWM)
ManagementManagement
Hardware monitorsHardware monitors
Hardware monitors Voltage, temperature, and fan speed monitoring
Hardware monitorsHardware monitors
Power supplyPower supply
Power supply 500W power supply, 115V~230V, 50Hz~60Hz
Power supplyPower supply
DimensionsDimensions
Dimensions 600 mm (l) x 445 mm (w) x 43.6 mm (h))
DimensionsDimensions
South Bridge: Intel® 6300ESB
Threading Technology via two 604-pin sockets
Supports PC3200/PC2700 unbuffered ECC or non-ECC DIMMs
Supports dual-channel memory architecture
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PRO/1000 CT Network Connection (82547GI)
Intel® PRO/1000 MT Network Connection (82541GI)
Supports 8MB display memory
1 x Mini-PCI socket for the ASUS Server Management Board
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6300ESB South Bridge supports:
- 2 x Ultra DMA 100/66/33 HDDs
- 2 x SATA HDDs with RAID 0/1 configuration and
Intel® Matrix Storage Technology
Automatic System Restart (ASR) feature
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E7210 Memory Controller Hub (MCH)
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Xeon™ 3.4+GHz processors with Hyper-
(IDE model)(IDE model)
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(SATA model)(SATA model)
(SATA model)
(SATA model)(SATA model)
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1.3 Front panel features
The barebone server displays a simple yet stylish front panel with easily
accessible features. The power and reset buttons, LED indicators, location
switch, optical drive, and two USB ports are located on the front panel.
Refer to section “1.6.1 Front panel LEDs” for the LED descriptions.
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Rack screwRack screw
Rack screw
Rack screwRack screw
HDD Access LEDHDD Access LED
HDD Access LED
HDD Access LEDHDD Access LED
LAN2 LEDLAN2 LED
LAN2 LED
LAN2 LEDLAN2 LED
LAN1 LEDLAN1 LED
LAN1 LED
LAN1 LEDLAN1 LED
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The AA2 and AI2 models have the same front panel features except for
the HDD bays.
Hot-swap HDD baysHot-swap HDD bays
Hot-swap HDD bays
Hot-swap HDD baysHot-swap HDD bays
USB portsUSB ports
USB ports
USB portsUSB ports
Message LEDMessage LED
Message LED
Message LEDMessage LED
Internal HDD baysInternal HDD bays
Internal HDD bays
Internal HDD baysInternal HDD bays
Optical driveOptical drive
Optical drive
Optical driveOptical drive
Power buttonPower button
Power button
Power buttonPower button
Power LEDPower LED
Power LED
Power LEDPower LED
Location switchLocation switch
Location switch
Location switchLocation switch
Location LEDLocation LED
Location LED
Location LEDLocation LED
Reset buttonReset button
Reset button
Reset buttonReset button
Rack screwRack screw
Rack screw
Rack screwRack screw
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1.4 Rear panel features
The rear panel includes the expansion slot, system power socket, and rear
fans. The middle part includes the I/O shield with openings for the rear
panel connectors on the motherboard.
The ports for the PS/2 keyboard, PS/2 mouse, USB, VGA, and Gigabit
LAN do not appear on the rear panel if motherboard is not present.
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1.5 Internal features
The barebone server includes the basic components as shown.
The AA2 and AI2 models have the same internal features except for the
SATA backplane, fan control board, and HDD trays.
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AA2: SATA backplane
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AA2: Hot-swap HDD tray 1
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AA2: Hot-swap HDD tray 2
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AI2: Internal HDD tray 2
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10. Optical drive
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The barebone server does not include a floppy disk drive. Connect an
external floppy disk drive (USB interface) to any of the USB ports on the
front or rear panel if you need to use a floppy disk.
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1.6 LED information
1.6.11.6.1
1.6.1
1.6.11.6.1
Front panel LEDsFront panel LEDs
Front panel LEDs
Front panel LEDsFront panel LEDs
HDD Access LEDHDD Access LED
HDD Access LED
HDD Access LEDHDD Access LED
LAN2 LEDLAN2 LED
LAN2 LED
LAN2 LEDLAN2 LED
LAN1 LEDLAN1 LED
LAN1 LED
LAN1 LEDLAN1 LED
LEDLED
LED
LEDLED
Power LED ON System power ON
HDD Access LED OFF No activity
Message LED OFF System is normal; no incoming event
Location LED OFF Normal status
LAN LEDs OFF No LAN connection
Display statusDisplay status
Display status
Display statusDisplay status
Blinking Read/write data into the HDD
Blinking ASWM indicates a HW monitor event
ON Location switch is pressed
Blinking LAN is transmitting or receiving data
ON LAN connection is present
Message LEDMessage LED
Message LED
Message LEDMessage LED
DescriptionDescription
Description
DescriptionDescription
(Press the location switch again to turn off)
Power LEDPower LED
Power LED
Power LEDPower LED
Location LEDLocation LED
Location LED
Location LEDLocation LED
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1.6.21.6.2
Status Description Status Description
OFF No link OFF 10Mbps connection
Green Linked Orange 100Mbps connection
Blinking Linking Green 1000Mbps connection
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Rear panel LEDsRear panel LEDs
Rear panel LEDs
Rear panel LEDsRear panel LEDs
ACT/LINK LEDACT/LINK LED
ACT/LINK LED
ACT/LINK LEDACT/LINK LED
RJ-45
SPEED LEDSPEED LED
SPEED LED
SPEED LEDSPEED LED
SPEEDACT/LNK
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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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2.1 Chassis cover
2.1.12.1.1
2.1.1
2.1.12.1.1
Removing the coverRemoving the cover
Removing the cover
Removing the coverRemoving the cover
1. Use a Phillips screwdriver to remove the screw on each front end of
the top cover.
ThumbscrewsThumbscrews
Thumbscrews
ThumbscrewsThumbscrews
2. Loosen the two thumbscrews on
the rear panel to release the top
cover from the chassis.
3. Firmly hold the cover and slide it
toward the rear panel for about
half an inch until it is disengaged
from the chassis.
4. Lift the cover from the chassis.
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1/2 inch distance
1/2 inch distance1/2 inch distance
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Installing the coverInstalling the cover
Installing the cover
Installing the coverInstalling the cover
1. Position the cover on top of the chassis with the thumbscrews on the
rear, and leaving a gap of about half an inch from the front panel.
Side markingsSide markings
Side markings
Side markingsSide markings
2. Make sure that the side markings on the cover (two on each side) are
aligned to the grooves on the chassis.
GroovesGrooves
Grooves
GroovesGrooves
3. Slide the cover toward the front until it snaps in place.
4. Tighten the thumbscrews on the rear to secure the cover.
ThumbscrewsThumbscrews
Thumbscrews
ThumbscrewsThumbscrews
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2.2 Central Processing Unit (CPU)
The motherboard comes with two surface mount 604-pin Zero Insertion
Force (ZIF) socket and designed for the Intel® Xeon™ processors.
CPU2
CPU1
NCCH-DR
NCCH-DR CPU Socket 604
1. The motherboard supports either one or two CPUs. If you are
installing only one CPU, you MUST install it in CPU socket 1.
2. If you are installing two CPUs, install in the CPU socket 2 first.
2.2.12.2.1
2.2.1
2.2.12.2.1
Installling a CPUInstallling a CPU
Installling a CPU
Installling a CPUInstallling a CPU
To install the CPUs:
1. Locate the CPU sockets on the
motherboard. Flip up the socket
lever and push it all the way to
the other side.
Intel Xeon
Gold Arrow
Pin A1
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Socket for CPU1
Socket for CPU1Socket for CPU1
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2. Carefully insert the CPU into the
socket as shown until it fits in
place.
The CPU fits only in one
correct orientation. DO NOT
force the CPU into the socket
to prevent bending the pins
and damaging the CPU!
3. Carefully push down the socket
lever to secure the CPU. The
lever clicks on the side tab to
indicate that it is locked.
4. Apply the thermal interface
material (thermal grease) to the
top of the CPU. This thermal
grease should come with the CPU
package.
5. Repeat steps 1 to 4 if you wish
to install a second CPU.
Marked cornerMarked corner
Marked corner
Marked cornerMarked corner
(gold arrow)(gold arrow)
(gold arrow)
(gold arrow)(gold arrow)
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To install the CPU heatsink:
1. Carefully place the heatsink on
2. Twist each of the four screws
Installing the CPU heatsinkInstalling the CPU heatsink
Installing the CPU heatsink
Installing the CPU heatsinkInstalling the CPU heatsink
top of the installed CPU.
with a Philips (cross) screwdriver
just enough to attach the
heatsink to the motherboard.
When the four screws are
attached, tighten them one by
one to completely secure the
heatsink.
3. Follow steps 1 and 2 to install
the second CPU heatsink.
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2.4 System memory
2.4.12.4.1
2.4.1
2.4.12.4.1
OverviewOverview
Overview
OverviewOverview
The motherboard comes with four Double Data Rate (DDR) Dual Inline
Memory Modules (DIMM) sockets.
80 Pins104 Pins
DIMM_A1
DIMM_A2
DIMM_B1
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2.4.2
2.4.22.4.2
NCCH-DR
NCCH-DR 184-Pin DDR DIMM sockets
Memory configurationsMemory configurations
Memory configurations
Memory configurationsMemory configurations
DIMM_B2
You may install 128 MB, 256 MB, 512 MB, 1 GB, and 2 GB unbuffered ECC
or non-ECC DDR DIMMs into the DIMM sockets.
• Always install DIMMs with the same CAS latency. For optimum
compatibility, it is recommended that you obtain memory modules
from the same vendor. Refer to the DDR Qualified Vendors List on
the ASUS website for details.
• Due to chipset resource allocation, the system may detect less than
8 GB system memory when you install four 2 GB DDR memory
modules.
• This motherboard does not support memory modules made up of
128 Mb chips or double sided x16 memory modules.
• Three DDR DIMMs intalled into any three memory sockets will
function in single-channel mode.
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2.4.3
2.4.32.4.3
Installing a DIMMInstalling a DIMM
Installing a DIMM
Installing a DIMMInstalling a DIMM
Make sure to unplug the power supply before adding or removing DIMMs
or other system components. Failure to do so may cause severe damage
to both the motherboard and the components.
1. Unlock a DIMM socket by
pressing the retaining clips
outward.
2. Align a DIMM on the socket such
that the notch on the DIMM
matches the break on the
socket.
A DDR DIMM is keyed with a notch so that it fits in only one direction.
DO NOT force a DIMM into a socket to avoid damaging the DIMM.
3. Firmly insert the DIMM into the
socket until the retaining clips
snap back in place and the DIMM
is properly seated.
2
DDR DIMM notchDDR DIMM notch
DDR DIMM notch
DDR DIMM notchDDR DIMM notch
1
1
Unlocked retaining clipUnlocked retaining clip
Unlocked retaining clip
Unlocked retaining clipUnlocked retaining clip
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Removing a DIMMRemoving a DIMM
Removing a DIMM
Removing a DIMMRemoving a DIMM
Follow these steps to remove a DIMM.
1. Simultaneously press the
retaining clips outward to unlock
the DIMM.
Support the DIMM lightly with your fingers when pressing the retaining
clips. The DIMM might get damaged when it flips out with extra force.
2. Remove the DIMM from the socket.
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Locked Retaining Clip
Locked Retaining ClipLocked Retaining Clip
2
1
DDR DIMM notchDDR DIMM notch
DDR DIMM notch
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2.4.12.4.1
2.4.1
2.4.12.4.1
To install a hot-swap SATA HDD:
1. Release a drive tray by pushing
2. Firmly hold the tray lever and
3. Take note of the drive tray
Installing a hot-swap SATA HDD Installing a hot-swap SATA HDD
Installing a hot-swap SATA HDD
Installing a hot-swap SATA HDD Installing a hot-swap SATA HDD
the spring lock to the right, then
pulling the tray lever outward.
The drive tray ejects slightly
after you pull out the lever.
pull the drive tray out of the
bay.
holes. Each side has three holes
to fit different types of hard disk
drives. Use two screws on each
side to secure the hard disk
drive.
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4. Place a SATA hard disk drive on
the tray, then secure it with four
screws.
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5. Carefully insert the drive tray
and push it all the way to the
depth of the bay until just a
small fraction of the tray edge
protrudes.
When installed, the SATA connector on the drive connects to the SATA
interface on the backplane.
6. Push the tray lever until it clicks,
and secures the drive tray in
place. The drive tray is correctly
placed when its front edge aligns
with the bay edge.
7. Repeat steps 1 to 6 if you wish
to install a second SATA drive.
SATA interfaceSATA interface
SATA interface
SATA interfaceSATA interface
on the backplaneon the backplane
on the backplane
on the backplaneon the backplane
8. Connect the bundled SATA cables to the connectors on the SATA
backplane. Refer to section “2.7 SATA backplane cabling” for
information on the SATA backplane cable connections.
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2.4.2
2.4.22.4.2
To install an IDE HDD:
1. Disconnect all the cables from
2. Remove the screw that secures
Installing an IDE HDD Installing an IDE HDD
Installing an IDE HDD
Installing an IDE HDD Installing an IDE HDD
the fan control board. Use a
Phillips (cross) screwdriver to
remove the five screws that
secure the fan control board.
Fan control board screwsFan control board screws
Fan control board screws
Fan control board screwsFan control board screws
the hard disk tray to the chassis.
Slide the tray backward until the
two tray lock tabs are
disengaged. Lift the tray from
the bay.
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Lock tab
3. Place a hard disk drive on the
drive tray, and secure it with
four screws.
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4. Carefully place the tray with
installed hard disk drive into the
drive bay. Slide it forward until
the front end aligns with the
front panel, and the screw hole
matches the standoff.
5. Secure the tray with a screw.
6. Repeat steps 2 to 5 if you wish
to install a second HDD;
otherwise, proceed to step 7.
7. Reinstall the fan control board.
Secure the board with five
screws.
8. Connect the 40-pin IDE cable
and a 4-pin power plug to their
respective connectors on the
back of the drive.
The other end of the IDE cable is pre-connected to the primary IDE
connector on the motherboard.
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40-pin IDE cable40-pin IDE cable
40-pin IDE cable
40-pin IDE cable40-pin IDE cable
4-pin power plug4-pin power plug
4-pin power plug
4-pin power plug4-pin power plug
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