Asus ESC1000 G2 Configuration Guide
ESC1000 G2
Conguration Guide
E7582
First Edition
July 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 .......................................................................... 1-4
1.3 Front panel features ..................................................................... 1-5
1.4 Rear panel features ...................................................................... 1-6
1.5 Systemspecications ................................................................. 1-7
Chapter 2: Components
2.1 Upgrading CPU and CPU heatsink ............................................. 2-2
2.2 Upgrading system memory ......................................................... 2-3
2.3 Upgrading hard disk drives ......................................................... 2-4
2.4 Replacing hard disk drive cage .................................................. 2-5
2.5 Upgrading 5.25-in drives ............................................................. 2-6
2.6 Upgrading expansion card .......................................................... 2-7
2.7 Upgrading front system fan ........................................................ 2-8
2.8 Rackmount rail kit ........................................................................ 2-9
2.9 OS support list ........................................................................... 2-10
Revision history
Revision Revision history Date
V1 First release of ESC1000 G2 conguration guide July 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, 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 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 ESC1000 G2. It includes the product
overview and general specications.
Product introduction
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1.1 Key features
The ASUS ESC1000 G2 is a second generation professional workstation based on
the Intel® Xeon® E5-1600 processor platform, featuring three 5.25” media bays, four
hot-swap 3.5” SATA hard drive cages, 80PLUS Gold 1350W power supply, and six
PCI Express 3.0 x16 expansion slots. It is designed for professional applications
in uid dynamics, medical research, engineering, the sciences, nancial modeling,
real-time graphics, rendering, and heavy-duty ray tracing.
Quad-GPU support unleashes more computing power
Six PCI Express 3.0 x16 slots enable up to four double-deck GPUs, using new
Gen 3 links to provide double the bandwidth of PCI Express 2.0. Fully compatible
with NVIDIA® Quadro™ and Tesla™ GPUs, the ESC1000 G2 is ideal for SOHO
workplaces with its ability to handle massive computing tasks.
Dual Intel® Ethernet for fast networking
Twin Ethernet controllers support doubled network bandwidth, alongside teaming
and fault tolerance functions to offer extra-reliable and fast network connections.
ASUS SSD Caching
Unique design boosts system performance by using an installed SSD as a cache
for frequently accessed data. This allows you to access data easily and quickly
without wasting time waiting for data to transfer.
USB 3.0 Boost
The ESC1000 G2 detects and optimizes connected device protocols automatically
for faster USB speeds in all usage scenarios.
Maximum power supply with DIGI+ for demanding workloads
The 1350W 80PLUS Gold power supply unit cuts down system power loss and
improves energy efciency, saving users money on operating costs. With exclusive
ASUS DIGI+ Power, the ESC1000 G2 utilizes precise power adjustments on both
the processor and memory modules, providing higher system stability.
DTS® Ultra PC II
A brand-new friendly interface brings more functions, including symmetry, audio
restoration, and enhancement. DTS® symmetry monitors and balances level
differences between all digital audio formats, while audio restoration reconstructs
percussion and transient sounds from compressed sources to restore lost punch
and clarity.
AI Suite II
The ESC1000 G2 is bundled with ASUS AI Suite II, which provides one-stop utility
management and a user-friendly interface for system tuning.
Chapter 1: Product introduction1-2
Cutting-edge architecture
The ESC1000 G2 supports new Intel® Sandy Bridge-E processors. With eight
DIMM slots and DDR3 1600, it accommodates up to 64GB in memory capacity,
providing high computing capabilities. Extra PCI Express 3.0 lanes are perfect for
systems that require high I/O connectivity and bandwidth, with support for more
compatible devices.
ASUS ESC1000 G2 1-3
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