ASUS RS300-E7-RS4, E7412 User Manual
RS300-E7/RS4
Conguration Guide
E7412
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 ......................................................... 2-5
2.4 Installing ASUS PIKE RAID module............................................ 2-6
2.5 Installing an expansion card to the riser card bracket ............. 2-7
2.6 Upgrading power supply unit ..................................................... 2-8
2.7 Installing optical drive ................................................................. 2-9
2.8 Friction rail kit ............................................................................ 2-10
2.9 OS support list ........................................................................... 2-11
Revision history
Revision Revision history Date
V1 First release of RS300-E7/RS4 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 RS300-E7/RS4. It includes
the product overview and general
specications.
Product introduction
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1.1 Key features
Green 1U Rack-Mount Server with More Expandability &
Flexibility
The ASUS RS300-E7/RS4 is a 1U rack-mount server based on new generation
Intel® Xeon® Ivy Bridge processor, providing immediate performance up-scaling,
high expandability and upgradability. It also features quad LAN networking, 1+1
redundant 80 PLUS Gold power supplies, and remote management, offering
customers assured quality of service with ultimate networking security, outstanding
power efciency, and comprehensive server management.
New Generation Intel® Xeon® Ivy Bridge Processor
This new processor offers faster performance and better output/watt compared
to previous generation technology. In addition, ASUS proprietary CPU heat pipes
deliver superior cooling for more stable computing without blocking or restricting
expansion slots.
Great Expandability in UP 1U
The RS300-E7/RS4 provides 2+1 expansion slots in a 1U chassis for higher
expandability. Two PCI Express slots support full-height/half-length cards, with a
dedicated slot designed for optional ASUS PIKE RAID cards with no additional
verication needed.
Quad LAN for Extra Reliable Networking
Built with quad Intel® Gigabit LAN controllers with teaming capabilities, the
RS300-E7/RS4 provides higher bandwidth and improves virtualization performance
with more networking resources. Quad LAN also improves load balance for
far more reliable connections, offering the ultimate in network security and
virtualization.
Upto92%PowerEfciency
Maintaining the ASUS commitment to environmental protection, the RS300-E7/
RS4 utilizes 1+1 redundant 450W 80 PLUS Gold power supplies to reduce power
loss and consumption. As such, it lowers power bills to save users money with up
to 92% power efciency.
Remote Management
The optional web-based, GUI-driven ASMB5-iKVM upgrade kit provides integrated
control of server functions with dedicated hotkeys and remote on-screen server
management. Virtual media-over-LAN helps share local devices with target servers,
enabling fast troubleshooting and operating system installation. Furthermore, ASUS
ASWM Enterprise provides easy deployment and management with a user friendly
interface while delivering centralized management, asset supervision, notication
mechanisms, and integrated BMC BIOS updates.
Chapter 1: Product introduction1-2
1.2 System overview
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Items Items
1. �DD trays�DD trays 7. CPU heatsinkCPU heatsink
2. �ard disk drives�ard disk drives 8. PCI-E riser card
3. PIKE card 9. Top cover
4. CPU 10. System FAN
5. FAN Duct 11. Friction rackmount rail kitFriction rackmount rail kit
6. Central processing unit (CPU)
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