Asus RS120-E3/PA2 User Manual

RS120-E3 (PA2)
1U Rackmount Barebone Server1U Rackmount Barebone Server
1U Rackmount Barebone Server
1U Rackmount Barebone Server1U Rackmount Barebone Server
User Guide
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Copyright © 2005 ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. All Rights Reserved.Copyright © 2005 ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. All Rights Reserved.
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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 .............................................................. 1-4
1.5 Internal features ................................................................... 1-5
1.6 LED information .................................................................... 1-5
1.6.1 Rear panel LEDs ...................................................... 1-5
1.6.2 Front panel LEDs .................................................... 1-6
1.6.3 LAN (RJ-45) LEDs .................................................. 1-6
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 Installing the CPU.................................................... 2-4
2.2.2 Installing the CPU heatsink and airduct .................. 2-6
2.3 System memory ................................................................... 2-8
2.3.1 DIMM sockets location ............................................ 2-8
2.3.2 Memory configurations ........................................... 2-8
2.3.3 Installing a DIMM ..................................................... 2-9
2.3.4 Removing a DIMM ................................................... 2-9
2.4 Hard disk drives ..................................................................2-10
2.5 Expansion slot .................................................................... 2-12
2.5.1 Installing an expansion card to the
riser card bracket ................................................. 2-12
2.5.2 Reinstalling the riser card bracket ........................ 2-14
2.5.3 Configuring an expansion card.............................. 2-15
2.6 Cable connections .............................................................. 2-16
2.7 SATA backplane cabling .....................................................2-17
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2.8 Removable components ..................................................... 2-18
2.8.1 System fans .......................................................... 2-18
2.8.2 System fan with dummy case .............................. 2-20
2.8.3 Device fan ............................................................. 2-21
2.8.4 Power supply module ............................................ 2-22
2.8.5 Optical drive ......................................................... 2-23
2.8.6 Motherboard ......................................................... 2-25
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 ................................................................................ 4-4
4.3 Connectors ........................................................................... 4-9
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 AFUDOS utility ........................................................ 5-3
5.1.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 2 utility ................................ 5-6
5.1.4 ASUS Update utility ................................................ 5-8
5.2 BIOS setup program ........................................................... 5-11
5.2.1 BIOS menu screen ................................................. 5-12
5.2.2 Menu bar ............................................................... 5-12
5.2.3 Navigation keys .................................................... 5-12
5.2.4 Menu items ........................................................... 5-13
5.2.5 Sub-menu items ................................................... 5-13
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5.2.6 Configuration fields .............................................. 5-13
5.2.7 Pop-up window ..................................................... 5-13
5.2.8 Scroll bar .............................................................. 5-13
5.2.9 General help .......................................................... 5-13
5.3 Main menu .......................................................................... 5-14
5.3.1 System Time ......................................................... 5-14
5.3.2 System Date ......................................................... 5-14
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5.3.3 Legacy Diskette A ................................................5-14
5.3.4 IDE Configuration .................................................. 5-15
5.3.5 Primary/Secondary/Third IDE Master/Slave .........5-16
5.3.6 System Information ..............................................5-18
5.4 Advanced menu .................................................................. 5-19
5.4.1 MPS Configuration ................................................ 5-19
5.4.2 Remote Access Configuration .............................. 5-20
4.4.3 CPU Configuration ................................................. 5-21
5.4.4 Chipset Configuration ........................................... 5-23
5.4.5 Onboard Devices Configuration ............................5-27
5.4.6 PCI/PnP Configuration .......................................... 5-28
5.5 Power menu ........................................................................ 5-29
5.5.1 APM Configuration ................................................ 5-30
5.5.2 Hardware Monitor ................................................. 5-32
5.6 Boot menu .......................................................................... 5-34
5.6.1 Boot Device Priority .............................................. 5-34
5.6.2 Boot Settings Configuration ................................. 5-35
5.6.3 Security ................................................................ 5-36
5.7 Exit menu ........................................................................... 5-39
Chapter 6: Chapter 6:
Chapter 6:
Chapter 6: Chapter 6:
6.1 Setting up RAID .................................................................... 6-2
6.1.1 RAID definitions ...................................................... 6-2
6.1.2 Installing hard disk drives ....................................... 6-3
6.1.3 Setting the RAID item in BIOS ................................ 6-3
6.1.4 RAID configuration utility........................................ 6-3
6.2 LSI Logic Embedded SATA RAID Setup Utility ...................... 6-4
6.2.1 Creating a RAID 0 or RAID 1 set ............................. 6-5
6.2.2 Creating a RAID 10 set ......................................... 6-11
6.2.3 Adding or viewing a RAID configuration ............... 6-15
RAID configurationRAID configuration
RAID configuration
RAID configurationRAID configuration
6.2.4 Initializing the logical drives .................................. 6-18
6.2.5 Rebuilding failed drives ......................................... 6-23
6.2.6 Checking the drives for data consistency ............ 6-25
6.2.7 Deleting a RAID configuration ............................... 6-28
6.2.8 Selecting the boot drive from a RAID set ............. 6-29
6.2.9 Enabling the WriteCache ...................................... 6-30
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6.3 Intel® Matrix Storage Manager Option ROM Utility.............. 6-31
6.3.1 Creating a RAID 0 set (Stripe) .............................. 6-32
6.3.2 Creating a RAID 1 set (Mirror) .............................. 6-34
6.3.3 Creating a RAID 10 set (Stripe + Mirror) .............. 6-35
6.3.4 Creating a RAID 5 set (Parity) .............................. 6-36
6.3.5 Deleting a RAID set ............................................... 6-37
6.3.6 Resetting disks to Non-RAID ................................ 6-38
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6.3.7 Exiting the Intel
6.4 Global Array Manager ......................................................... 6-39
Chapter 7: Driver installationChapter 7: Driver installation
Chapter 7: Driver installation
Chapter 7: Driver installationChapter 7: Driver installation
7.1 RAID driver installation ......................................................... 7-2
7.1.1 Creating a RAID driver disk ..................................... 7-2
7.1.2 Installing the RAID controller driver ........................ 7-3
7.2 LAN driver installation ........................................................ 7-12
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7.2.1 Windows
7.2.2 Red Hat
2000/2003 Server .............................. 7-12
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Enterprise ver. 3.0 ................................ 7-13
Matrix Storage Manager ............ 6-38
7.3 VGA driver installation ........................................................ 7-14
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7.3.1 Windows
7.3.2 Windows
7.3.3 Red Hat
2000 Server ........................................ 7-14
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2003 Server ........................................ 7-15
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Enterprise ver. 3.0 ................................ 7-15
7.4 Management applications and utilities installation ............. 7-16
7.4.1 Running the support CD ....................................... 7-16
7.4.2 Drivers menu ........................................................ 7-16
7.4.3 Management Software menu ................................ 7-17
7.4.4 Utilities menu ........................................................ 7-17
7.4.5 Contact information ............................................. 7-17
Appendix: Reference informationAppendix: Reference information
Appendix: Reference information
Appendix: Reference informationAppendix: Reference information
A.1 Intel® EM64T ........................................................................ A-2
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A.2 Enhanced Intel SpeedStep
Technology (EIST) .................... A-2
A.2.1 System requirements ............................................. A-2
A.2.2 Using the EIST ........................................................ A-3
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A.3 Intel
Hyper-Threading Technology ...................................... A-4
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A.4 Block diagram ....................................................................... A-5
A.5 Power supply specifications ................................................. A-6
A.1.1 General description ................................................. A-6
A.1.2 Specifications ......................................................... A-6
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:
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.
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.
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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.
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: RAID configurationChapter 6: RAID configuration
6.
Chapter 6: RAID configuration
6.6.
Chapter 6: RAID configurationChapter 6: RAID configuration This chapter tells how to change system settings through the BIOS Setup
menus. Detailed descriptions of the BIOS parameters are also provided.
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Chapter 7: Driver installationChapter 7: Driver installation
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Chapter 7: Driver installation
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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 text Indicates 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
Command Means 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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1.1 System 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.
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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
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The system does not include a USB floppy drive. You may have to use a
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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.
Chapter 7 for details.
Chapter 7 for details.Chapter 7 for details.
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1.2 System specifications
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.
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ChassisChassis
Chassis
ChassisChassis
MotherboardMotherboard
Motherboard
MotherboardMotherboard
ChipsetChipset
Chipset
ChipsetChipset
ProcessorProcessor
Processor
ProcessorProcessor
MemoryMemory
Memory
MemoryMemory
LANLAN
LAN
LANLAN
Rackmount 1U (R10)
ASUS P5MT-R
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North Bridge : Intel
E7230 Memory Controller Hub (MCH) South Bridge : Intel® ICH7R I/O Bridge : Intel® 6702 PXH-V
LGA775 socket for Intel
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Pentium® 4 processor
Compatible with Intel® PCG 05B/05A and 04B/04A
and the latest Intel® Pentium® D processor Supports Intel® Enhanced Memory 64Technology (EM64T) Supports Enhanced Intel SpeedStep® Technology (EIST) Supports Intel® Hyper-Threading Technology (Intel
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Pentium® 4 processors only)
4 x 240-pin DDR2 sockets for up to 8 GB system memory Supports DDR2-533/667 unbuffered ECC or non-ECC DIMMs Supports dual-channel memory architecture
LAN1: Broadcom
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LAN2: Broadcom® BMC5721 Gigabit Ethernet Controller
VGAVGA
VGA
VGAVGA
Expansion slotsExpansion slots
Expansion slots
Expansion slotsExpansion slots
StorageStorage
Storage
StorageStorage
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MonitoringMonitoring
Monitoring
MonitoringMonitoring
Power requirementPower requirement
Power requirement
Power requirementPower requirement
DimensionsDimensions
Dimensions
DimensionsDimensions
ATI RAGE-XL PCI-based VGA controller with 8 MB
display memory
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
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Matrix Storage Manager
– RAID 0, RAID 1, or RAID 10 configuration using the
LSI Logic Embedded SATA RAID controller
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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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1.3 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 “1.6.2 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
1.4 Rear 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 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.
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1.5 Internal features
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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4. Power supply
5. Device fans (x 2)
6. System fans (x 4)
7. SATA backplane
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10. Front I/O board (hidden)
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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.
1.6 LED information
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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 LED OFF Normal status
ON Location switch is pressed
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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 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
IconIcon
Icon
IconIcon
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
Power LEDPower LED
Power LED
Power LEDPower LED
Location LEDLocation LED
Location LED
Location LEDLocation LED
DescriptionDescription
Description
DescriptionDescription
(Press the location switch again to turn off)
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LAN (RJ-45) LEDs
LAN (RJ-45) LEDsLAN (RJ-45) LEDs
SPEED LEDSPEED LED
SPEED LED
SPEED LEDSPEED LED ACT/LINK LEDACT/LINK LED
ACT/LINK LED
ACT/LINK LEDACT/LINK LED
ACT/LINK LEDACT/LINK LED
ACT/LINK LED
ACT/LINK LEDACT/LINK LED
StatusStatus
Status
StatusStatus
OFF No link OFF 10 Mbps connection GREEN Linked ORANGE 100 Mbps connection BLINKING Data activity GREEN 1 Gbps connection
DescriptionDescription
Description
DescriptionDescription
StatusStatus
Status
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Description
DescriptionDescription
Chapter 2
This chapter lists the hardware setup procedures that you have to perform when installing or removing system components.
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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
2. Loosen the two thumbscrews
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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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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.
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Grooves
GroovesGrooves
3. Slide the cover toward the front until it snaps in place.
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Thumbscrews
4. Tighten the thumbscrews on
ThumbscrewsThumbscrews
the rear to secure the cover.
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2.2 Central 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.
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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.
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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
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face you.
face you.face you.
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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 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
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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.
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To install the airduct:
1. Position the airduct on top of the heatsink.
2. Carefully lower the airduct until it fits in place.
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2.3 System memory
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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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112 Pins 128 Pins
P5MT-R 240-pin DDR2 DIMM sockets
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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.
Recommended memory configurationsRecommended memory configurations
Recommended memory configurations
Recommended memory configurationsRecommended memory configurations
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Mode
ModeMode
Single channel (1) populated
(2) populated
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DIMM_A2
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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.
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.
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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.
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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.
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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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2.4 Hard 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.
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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.
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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2.5 Expansion slot
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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.
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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.
PCI-X slotPCI-X slot
PCI-X slot
PCI-X slotPCI-X slot
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To install a PCI Express x8 card:
1. Follow steps 1 to 2 of the previous section.
PCI Express x8 slotPCI Express x8 slot
PCI Express x8 slot
PCI Express x8 slotPCI Express x8 slot
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.
Pegs on the riserPegs on the riser
Pegs on the riser
Pegs on the riserPegs on the riser card bracketcard bracket
card bracket
card bracketcard bracket
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.
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