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Notices ............................................................................................... vii
Safety information ............................................................................ viii
About this guide ................................................................................. ix
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:
•
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 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.
•
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!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.
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.
Chapter 7: Driver installationChapter 7: Driver installation
This chapter provides instructions for installing the necessary drivers
for different system components.
8.8.
Appendix: Reference informationAppendix: Reference information
8.
Appendix: Reference information
8.8.
Appendix: Reference informationAppendix: Reference information
This appendix includes additional information that you may refer to
when configuring the motherboard.
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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:
TypographyTypography
Typography
TypographyTypography
Bold textBold text
Bold textIndicates a menu or an item to select.
Bold textBold text
Italics
<Key>Keys enclosed in the less-than and greater-
<Key1+Key2+Key3>If you must press two or more keys
CommandMeans that you must type the command
ReferencesReferences
References
ReferencesReferences
Used to emphasize a word or a phrase.
than sign means that you must press the
enclosed key.
Example: <Enter> means that you must press
the Enter or Return key.
simultaneously, the key names are linked with
a plus sign (+).
Example: <Ctrl+Alt+D>
exactly as shown, then supply the required
item or value enclosed in brackets.
Example: At the DOS prompt, type the
command line:
format A:/S
Refer to the following sources for additional information, and for product
and software updates.
1.1.
ASUS Server Web-based Management (ASWM) user guideASUS Server Web-based Management (ASWM) user guide
1.
ASUS Server Web-based Management (ASWM) user guide
1.1.
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.
2.2.
ASUS websitesASUS websites
2.
ASUS websites
2.2.
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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Product introduction
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1.1System package contents
Check your package for the following standard items.
1.ASUS R10 1U rackmount chassis with:
•ASUS P5MT-R motherboard
•400 W power supply
•SATA backplane (ASUS BP2LSA-R10) with 2 x SATA cables
•PCI-X and PCI Express x8 riser assembly (ASUS PCI64-EXP-X8)
•Front I/O board (ASUS FPB-AR14)
•Optical drive with IDE cable
•6 x system fans (3 x 56 mm; 3 x 28 mm)
•2 x hot-swap HDD trays
•Pre-connected device/power cables
2.CPU heatsink
3.Rackmount rail kit
4.Bundled CDs
•RS120-E3 drivers and utilities CD
•CA Anti-virus software CD
5.User guide
Contact your dealer immediately if any of the items is damaged or
missing.
**
The system does not include a USB floppy drive. You may have to use aThe system does not include a USB floppy drive. You may have to use a
*
The system does not include a USB floppy drive. You may have to use a
**
The system does not include a USB floppy drive. You may have to use aThe system does not include a USB floppy drive. You may have to use a
USB floppy drive when creating a SATA RAID driver disk. Refer toUSB floppy drive when creating a SATA RAID driver disk. Refer to
USB floppy drive when creating a SATA RAID driver disk. Refer to
USB floppy drive when creating a SATA RAID driver disk. Refer toUSB floppy drive when creating a SATA RAID driver disk. Refer to
Chapter 7 for details.Chapter 7 for details.
The ASUS RS120-E3 (PA2) is a 1U barebone server system featuring the
ASUS P5MT-R motherboard. The server supports the Intel
Pentium® D processor in the LGA775 package, and includes the latest
technologies through the chipsets embedded on the motherboard.
1 x PCI Express x8 slot (PCI Express 1.0a)
1 x PCI-X 133 MHz/64-bit slot (PCI-X 1.0)
1 x PCI 33 MHz/32-bit/5V slot (PCI 2.3)
1 x mini-PCI socket for ASUS® Server Management Board
1 x Ultra ATA 100/66/33 device (optical drive)
2 x SATAII-300 hard disk drive with
– RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 10, or software RAID 5
configuration using the Intel
®
Matrix Storage Manager
– RAID 0, RAID 1, or RAID 10 configuration using the
LSI Logic Embedded SATA RAID controller
ASUS Server Web-based Management (ASWM)
Voltage, temperature, and fan speed monitoring
Automatic System Restart (ASR) feature
400 W power supply, 100V~240V, 50Hz~60Hz
600 mm (l) x 445 mm (w) x 43.6 mm (h)
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1.3Front 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 “1.6.2 Front panel LEDs” for the LED descriptions.
Rack screwRack screw
Rack screw
Rack screwRack screw
USB portsUSB ports
USB ports
USB portsUSB ports
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
Hot-swap HDD baysHot-swap HDD bays
Hot-swap HDD bays
Hot-swap HDD baysHot-swap HDD bays
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
Message LEDMessage LED
Message LED
Message LEDMessage LED
Optical driveOptical drive
Optical drive
Optical driveOptical drive
Rack screwRack screw
Rack screw
Rack screwRack screw
1.4Rear panel features
The rear panel includes the expansion slots, 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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Expansion slot
Expansion slotExpansion slot
LAN port1
LAN port1LAN port1
LAN port1LAN port1
Serial portSerial port
Serial portSerial port
LAN port2LAN port2
LAN port2LAN port2
Serial port
LAN port2
Locator LED
Locator switch
Locator LEDLocator LED
Locator switchLocator switch
Locator LEDLocator LED
Locator switchLocator switch
USB ports
USB portsUSB ports
USB portsUSB ports
Expansion slotExpansion slot
PS/2 mouse port
PS/2 keyboard port
PS/2 mouse portPS/2 mouse port
PS/2 mouse portPS/2 mouse port
PS/2 keyboard portPS/2 keyboard port
PS/2 keyboard portPS/2 keyboard port
VGA port
VGA portVGA port
VGA portVGA port
Power fan
Power fanPower fan
Power fanPower fan
Power fan
AC power socket
Power fanPower fan
Power fanPower fan
AC power socketAC power socket
AC power socketAC power socket
Refer to section “1.6.1 Rear panel LEDs” for the LED descriptions.
The barebone server includes the basic components as shown.
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1.PCI-X and PCI Express x8
riser card bracket
2.Power fans
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3.ASUS P5MT-R motherboard
4.Power supply
5.Device fans (x 2)
6.System fans (x 4)
7.SATA backplane
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55
8.Hot-swap HDD tray 1 Connects to SATA1 port
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7
77
(Port0)
9.Hot-swap HDD tray 2 -
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1
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88
8
88
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11
Connects to SATA3 port
(Port2)
10.Front I/O board (hidden)
1010
10
1010
11.Optical drive
•The barebone server does not include a floppy disk drive. Connect a
USB floppy disk drive to any of the USB ports on the front or rear
panel if you need to use a floppy disk.
•Only ASUS CD/DVD-ROMs fit the optical drive bay.
1.6LED information
1.6.11.6.1
1.6.1
1.6.11.6.1
Rear panel LEDsRear panel LEDs
Rear panel LEDs
Rear panel LEDsRear panel LEDs
LEDLED
LED
LEDLED
Display statusDisplay status
Display status
Display statusDisplay status
Location LEDLocation LED
Location LED
Location LEDLocation LED
DescriptionDescription
Description
DescriptionDescription
Location LEDOFFNormal status
ONLocation switch is pressed
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1.6.2
1.6.21.6.2
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
Message LEDMessage LED
Message LED
Message LEDMessage LED
LAN1 LEDLAN1 LED
LAN1 LED
LAN1 LEDLAN1 LED
LEDLED
LED
LEDLED
Power LEDONSystem power ON
HDD Access LEDOFFNo activity
Message LEDOFFSystem is normal; no incoming event
Location LEDOFFNormal status
LAN LEDsOFFNo LAN connection
IconIcon
Icon
IconIcon
Display statusDisplay status
Display status
Display statusDisplay status
BlinkingRead/write data into the HDD
BlinkingASWM indicates a HW monitor event
ONLocation switch is pressed
BlinkingLAN is transmitting or receiving data
ONLAN connection is present
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.
ThumbscrewsThumbscrews
Thumbscrews
4.Tighten the thumbscrews on
ThumbscrewsThumbscrews
the rear to secure the cover.
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2.2Central Processing Unit (CPU)
The system motherboard comes with a surface mount LGA775 socket
designed for Intel® Pentium® 4 or Pentium® D processor in the 775-land
package.
•
Upon purchase of the motherboard, make sure that the PnP cap is
on the socket and the socket contacts are not bent. Contact your
retailer immediately if the PnP cap is missing, or if you see any
damage to the PnP cap/socket contacts/motherboard components.
ASUS will shoulder the cost of repair only if the damage is shipment/
transit-related.
•
Keep the cap after installing the motherboard. ASUS will process
Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) requests only if the
motherboard comes with the cap on the LGA775 socket.
•The product warranty does not cover damage to the socket
contacts resulting from incorrect CPU installation/removal, or
misplacement/loss/incorrect removal of the PnP cap.
2.2.12.2.1
2.2.1
2.2.12.2.1
Installing the CPUInstalling the CPU
Installing the CPU
Installing the CPUInstalling the CPU
To install a CPU:
1.Locate the CPU socket on the motherboard.
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P5MT-R CPU Socket 775
Before installing the CPU, make sure that the cam box is facing towards
you and the load lever is on your left.
2.Press the load lever with your thumb (A), then move it to the left (B)
until it is released from the retention tab.
Retention tabRetention tab
Retention tab
Retention tabRetention tab
A
PnP capPnP cap
PnP cap
Load leverLoad lever
Load lever
Load leverLoad lever
PnP capPnP cap
To prevent damage to the socket pins, do not remove the PnP cap
unless you are installing a CPU.
3.Lift the load lever in the
direction of the arrow to a 135º
angle.
4.Lift the load plate with your
thumb and forefinger to a 100º
angle (A), then push the PnP cap
from the load plate window to
remove (B).
B
This side of theThis side of the
This side of the
This side of theThis side of the
socket box shouldsocket box should
socket box should
socket box shouldsocket box should
face you.face you.
face you.
face you.face you.
B
A
5.Position the CPU over
the socket, making sure
that the gold triangle is
on the bottom-left
corner of the socket.
The socket alignment
key should fit into the
CPU notch.
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Load plateLoad plate
Load plate
Load plateLoad plate
Alignment keyAlignment key
Alignment key
Alignment keyAlignment key
Gold triangle markGold triangle mark
Gold triangle mark
Gold triangle markGold triangle mark
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The CPU fits in only one correct orientation. DO NOT force the CPU into
the socket to prevent bending the connectors on the socket and
damaging the CPU!
6.Close the load plate (A), then
push the load lever (B) until it
snaps into the retention tab.
The motherboard supports Intel® Pentium® 4 LGA775 processors with
the Intel® Enhanced Memory 64 Technology (EM64T), Enhanced Intel
SpeedStep® Technology (EIST), and Hyper-Threading Technology. Refer
to the Appendix for more information on these CPU features.
A
B
2.2.22.2.2
2.2.2
2.2.22.2.2
Installing the CPU heatsink and airductInstalling the CPU heatsink and airduct
Installing the CPU heatsink and airduct
Installing the CPU heatsink and airductInstalling the CPU heatsink and airduct
To install the CPU heatsink:
1.Carefully place the heatsink on
top of the installed CPU.
2.Twist each of the four screws
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.
2.Carefully lower the airduct until
it fits in place.
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2.3System memory
2.3.12.3.1
2.3.1
2.3.12.3.1
DIMM sockets locationDIMM sockets location
DIMM sockets location
DIMM sockets locationDIMM sockets location
The system motherboard comes with four Double Data Rate II (DDR2) Dual
Inline Memory Modules (DIMM) sockets to support 240-pin DDR2 modules.
The figure illustrates the location of the DDR2 DIMM sockets:
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P5MT-R
112 Pins128 Pins
P5MT-R 240-pin DDR2 DIMM sockets
2.3.22.3.2
2.3.2
2.3.22.3.2
Memory configurationsMemory configurations
Memory configurations
Memory configurationsMemory configurations
DIMM_B2
DIMM_B1
DIMM_A2
DIMM_A1
You may install 256 MB, 512 MB, 1 GB, and 2 GB unbuffered ECC or
non-ECC DDR2-533/667 DIMMs to 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. Visit the ASUS website for an updated DDR2
Qualified Vendors List for this motherboard.
•Due to chipset resource allocation, and depending on the number of
expansion cards installed, the following conditions may occur:
- the system may detect less than 8 GB system memory when
you installed four 2 GB DDR2 memory modules
- may show an available memory space of less than 4 GB when
you installed four 1 GB DDR2 memory modules
•Three DDR2 DIMMs installed into any three memory sockets will
function in Dual channel asymmetric mode.
•When installing a single or two DIMMs, install the modules on the
blue slots (DIMM_A2/DIMM_B2). Refer to the recommended memory
configuration table below.
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.
To install a DIMM:
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.
3.Firmly insert the DIMM into
the socket until the retaining
clips snap back in place and
the DIMM is properly seated.
2
DDR2 DIMM notchDDR2 DIMM notch
DDR2 DIMM notch
3
1
Unlocked retaining clipUnlocked retaining clip
Unlocked retaining clip
Unlocked retaining clipUnlocked retaining clip
DDR2 DIMM notchDDR2 DIMM notch
•A DDR2 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.
•The DDR2 DIMM sockets do not support DDR DIMMs. DO NOT install
DDR DIMMs to the DDR2 DIMM sockets.
2.3.42.3.4
2.3.4
2.3.42.3.4
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
1
DDR2 DIMM notchDDR2 DIMM notch
DDR2 DIMM notch
1
DDR2 DIMM notchDDR2 DIMM notch
2.Remove the DIMM from the socket.
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2.4Hard disk drives
The system supports two hot-swap Serial ATA hard disk drives. The hard
disk drive installed on the left tray connects to the motherboard SATA1
(Port0) port, while the right tray hard disk drive connects to the
motherboard SATA3 (Port2) port via the SATA backplane.
To install a hot-swap SATA HDD:
1.Release a drive tray by pushing
the spring lock to the right,
then pulling the tray lever
outward. The drive tray ejects
slightly after you pull out the
lever.
2.Firmly hold the tray lever and
pull the drive tray out of the
bay.
3.Take note of the drive tray
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.
4.Place a SATA hard disk drive on
the tray, then secure it with
four screws.
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.
SATA interfaceSATA interface
SATA interface
SATA interfaceSATA interface
on the backplaneon the backplane
on the backplane
on the backplaneon 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.
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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2.5Expansion slot
2.5.12.5.1
2.5.1
2.5.12.5.1
The barebone server comes with a riser card bracket. You need to remove
the bracket if you want to install a PCI-X and/or a PCI Express x8 expansion
cards.
To install a PCI-X card:
1.Firmly hold the riser card
bracket, then pull it up to
detach it from the PCI Express
x8 and PCI-X slots on the
motherboard.
Installing an expansion card to theInstalling an expansion card to the
Installing an expansion card to the
Installing an expansion card to theInstalling an expansion card to the
riser card bracketriser card bracket
riser card bracket
riser card bracketriser card bracket
2.Place the riser card bracket on a
flat and stable surface, then
remove the screw from the
PCI-X slot bay.
3.Install a PCI-X card to the
bracket as shown, then secure
the card with a screw.
2.Use a Phillips (cross)
screwdriver to remove the
screw that secures the slot
metal cover.
3.Remove the slot metal cover,
then set it aside.
4.Install a PCI Express x8 card to
the bracket as shown, then
secure the card with a screw
you removed earlier.
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Reinstalling the riser card bracketReinstalling the riser card bracket
Reinstalling the riser card bracket
Reinstalling the riser card bracketReinstalling the riser card bracket
To reinstall the riser card bracket:
1.Take note of the holes on the riser card bay. The three pegs on the
riser card bracket should match these holes to ensure that the
bracket is properly in place.
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Pegs on the riser
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card bracket
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2.Install the riser card bracket
with the card into the PCI
Express x8 and PCI-X slots on
the motherboard.
3.Press the riser card bracket until
the golden connectors
completely fit the slot and the
bracket aligns with the rear
panel.
4.Connect the cable(s) to the
card, if applicable.