Asus RS162-E4/RX4 Configration Guide
RS162-E4/RX4
Conguration Guide
E4221
First Edition V1
September 2008
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Contents
Contents ...................................................................................................... III
Revision history .......................................................................................... III
Safety information ...................................................................................... IV
Chapter 1: Product introduction
1.1 Key features .................................................................................. 1-2
1.2 System overview ..........................................................................
1.3 Front panel features .....................................................................
1.4 Rear panel features ......................................................................
1.5 Systemspecications .................................................................
Chapter 2: Components
2.1 Upgrading CPU and CPU heatsink ............................................. 2-2
2.2 Upgrading system memory .........................................................
2.3 Upgrading hard disk drives .........................................................
2.4 Upgrading riser card ....................................................................
2.5 Installing ASUS RAID card ..........................................................
2.6 Installing ASUS Server Management Board ..............................
2.7 Upgrading power supply unit .....................................................
2.8 OS support list ...........................................................................
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Revision history
Revision Revision history Date
V1 First release of RS162-E4/RX4 conguration guide September 2008
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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 RS162-E4/RX4. It includes
the product overview and general
specications.
Product introduction
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1.1 Key features
RS162-E4/RX4 is a new Dual-Core / Quad-Core Intel® Xeon® Processor-based
server at FSB1066/1333MHz. With support of EM64T technology, 64-bit OS, ECC
DDR2 memory, and dual PCI-Express Gigabit LAN, it delivers powerful functions to
customers.
Leading-edge Performance Ready
• EM64T technology provides effective and painless way to enjoy 64bit
computing capability
• 12 DDR2-533/667 Fully-Buffered DIMM memory slots provides higher
performance/bandwidth, and more memory capacity to meet critical computing
environment needs
Reliable redundant power solution and data protection
• 700W 1+1 hot-swap redundant power supply eliminate system and application
downtime by redundancy power backup
• The Total RAID solution supports cost effective RAID 0, 1, 1E and optional
ZCR upgrade to hardware RAID 5 to secure your precious data
Dual Server Class PCI-Express Gb LAN
• Intel® 82563EB Network Connection (Dual-Port) provides most professional
server network connection solution
1U Server with 2 Expansion Slots
• There are 2 expansion slots which support PCI-E or PCI-X to meet different
applications
Considerate Mechanical & Cable-less Design
• Lower service downtime and save engineer’s effort in system maintenance
• Provide easy and quick guidance for engineers
Chapter 1: Product introduction1-2
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