ASUS RS720-X7-RS8, E7389 User Manual
RS720-X7/RS8
Conguration Guide
E7389
First Edition V1
June 2012
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Contents
Revision history .......................................................................................... III
Safety information ...................................................................................... IV
Chapter 1: Product introduction
1.1 Key features .................................................................................. 1-2
1.2 System overview .......................................................................... 1-3
1.3 Front panel features ..................................................................... 1-4
1.4 Rear panel features ...................................................................... 1-4
1.5 Systemspecications ................................................................. 1-5
Chapter 2: Components
2.1 Upgrading CPU and CPU heatsink ............................................. 2-2
2.2 Upgrading system memory ......................................................... 2-4
2.3 Upgrading hard disk drives ......................................................... 2-6
2.4 Installing ASUS PIKE RAID module............................................ 2-7
2.5 Installing an expansion card to the riser card bracket ............. 2-8
2.6 Installing optical drive ................................................................. 2-9
2.7 OS support list ........................................................................... 2-10
Revision history
Revision Revision history Date
V1 First release of RS720-X7/RS8 conguration guide June 2012
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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, contact
a qualied service technician or your dealer. 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 service.
• If the power supply is broken, do not try to x it by yourself. Contact a qualied
service technician or your dealer.
Operation Safety
• Servicing of this product or units is to be performed by trained service
personnel only.
• Before operating the server, carefully read all the manuals included with the
server package.
• 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.
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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Chapter 1
This chapter describes the key features
of RS920A-E6 and RS926A-E6. It
includes the product overview and
general specications.
Product introduction
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1.1 Key features
Mass Storage Capacity in a 2U Chassis with 92% Power
Efciency
Based on the Intel® Socket R E5-2600 processor platform, the ASUS RS720-X7/
RS8 server offers customers assured quality of service with high memory
capacity, outstanding power efciency, quad LAN, and mass storage. It also
enables comprehensive server management and exible RAID, offering functional
integration that makes it an excellent all-round choice for any IT application.
Mass storage capacity in a 2U chassis
The RS720-X7/RS8 features eight SAS/SATA 2.5”/3.5” hard drive bays and
supports up to 24TB storage capacity in 2U. Its hot-swap design provides 24/7
non-stop service, high availability, and easy upgrades.
Upto92%powerefciency
Equipped with 1+1 redundant 770W 80 PLUS Gold power supplies, the RS720-X7/
RS8 saves users money on energy costs while maintaining strict environmental
protection standards. The two power supplies also utilize a hot-swap design that
allows work to continue even if one of them requires maintenance or replacement.
Extensive expandability
The expansion slot design includes up to one PCI Express 3.0 x16 slot and six PCI
Express 3.0 x8 slots, meeting future expansion demands with ease.
Quad LAN support
Four LAN ports offer higher networking bandwidth with load-balancing and faulttolerance functions. The RS720-X7/RS8 supports ASUS-made and most other
available 10Gb/s LAN cards for the fastest networking currently possible.
Intelligent thermal design
The front-parallel placement of the CPU and memory guides smooth airow
throughout the chassis, while smart fan control technology adjusts fan speeds
automatically based on system load.
Flexible RAID
The RS720-X7/RS8 supports optional ASUS RAID PIKE upgrade kits. With these,
users can integrate server capabilities with greater data security and quickly
upgrade storage from SATA to SAS.
Built-in remote server management
The web and graphical interface-based ASMB6-iKVM module lets users fully
control the server with out-of-band management using the IPMI 2.0 standard
for real time remote monitoring. Additionally, ASWM Enterprise provides one-tomultiple centralized management, including BIOS ashing, remote control, power
control, and asset management, all via a user-friendly interface.
Chapter 1: Product introduction1-2
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