Asus TS150-E2 User Manual

TS150-E2

Pedestal Server

E1852E1852

E1852

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First edition V1First edition V1

First edition V1

First edition V1First edition V1 March 2005March 2005

March 2005

March 2005March 2005

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Contents

Notices ............................................................................................... vii

Safety information ............................................................................ viii

About this guide ................................................................................. ix

Chapter 1:Chapter 1:

Chapter 1:

Chapter 1:Chapter 1:

1.1 System package contents .................................................... 1-2

1.2 System specifications .......................................................... 1-3

1.3 Front panel features ............................................................. 1-4

1.4 LED information .................................................................... 1-5

1.5 Rear panel features .............................................................. 1-5

1.6 Internal features ................................................................... 1-6

Chapter 2:Chapter 2:

Chapter 2:

Chapter 2:Chapter 2:

2.1 Preparation ........................................................................... 2-2

2.2 Removing the side cover ...................................................... 2-2

2.3 Motherboard information ...................................................... 2-4

2.4 Central Processing Unit (CPU) .............................................. 2-5

2.4.1 Installing the CPU.................................................... 2-5

2.4.2 Installing the CPU fan and heatsink assembly ........ 2-8

2.5 System memory ................................................................. 2-10

Product introductionProduct introduction

Product introduction

Product introductionProduct introduction

Hardware setupHardware setup

Hardware setup

Hardware setupHardware setup

2.5.1 Overview ............................................................... 2-10

2.5.2 Memory configurations ......................................... 2-10

2.5.3 Installing a DIMM ................................................... 2-12

2.5.4 Removing a DIMM ................................................. 2-12

2.6 Installing a hard disk drive .................................................. 2-13

2.7 Installing 5.25-inch drives .................................................. 2-16

2.7.1 Removing the front panel cover ........................... 2-16

2.7.2 Installing additional optical drive(s) ...................... 2-18

2.8 Installing expansion cards ................................................... 2-20

2.9 Removing components ....................................................... 2-21

2.9.1 Removing the floppy disk drive ............................ 2-21

2.9.2 Removing the chassis fan .....................................2-22

2.10 Connecting cables .............................................................. 2-23

2.11 Replacing the side cover .................................................... 2-24

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Chapter 3:Chapter 3:

Chapter 3:

Chapter 3:Chapter 3:

3.1 Second hard disk drive cage ................................................. 3-2

3.2 Expansion card holder .......................................................... 3-6

Chapter 4:Chapter 4:

Chapter 4:

Chapter 4:Chapter 4:

4.1 Motherboard layout .............................................................. 4-2

4.2 Jumpers ................................................................................ 4-5

4.3 Connectors ......................................................................... 4-10

4.3.1 Rear panel connectors .......................................... 4-10

4.3.2 Internal connectors...............................................4-11

Chapter 5:Chapter 5:

Chapter 5:

Chapter 5:Chapter 5:

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 EZ Flash utility .............................................. 5-6

Installation optionsInstallation options

Installation options

Installation optionsInstallation options

Motherboard informationMotherboard information

Motherboard information

Motherboard informationMotherboard information

BIOS informationBIOS information

BIOS information

BIOS informationBIOS information

5.1.4 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 2 utility ................................ 5-7

5.1.5 ASUS Update utility ................................................ 5-9

5.2 BIOS setup program ........................................................... 5-12

5.2.1 BIOS menu screen ................................................. 5-13

5.2.2 Menu bar ............................................................... 5-13

5.2.3 Navigation keys .................................................... 5-13

5.2.4 Menu items ........................................................... 5-14

5.2.5 Sub-menu items ................................................... 5-14

5.2.6 Configuration fields .............................................. 5-14

5.2.7 Pop-up window ..................................................... 5-14

5.2.8 Scroll bar .............................................................. 5-14

5.2.9 General help .......................................................... 5-14

5.3 Main menu .......................................................................... 5-15

5.3.1 System Time ......................................................... 5-15

5.3.2 System Date] ....................................................... 5-15

5.3.3 Legacy Diskette A ................................................ 5-15

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5.3.4 Primary, Third, and Fourth IDE Master/Slave ........ 5-16

5.3.5 IDE Configuration .................................................. 5-17

5.3.6 System Information .............................................. 5-19

Contents

5.4 Advanced menu .................................................................. 5-20

5.4.1 USB Configuration.................................................5-20

5.4.2 MPS Configuration ................................................ 5-21

5.4.3 Remote Access Configuration .............................. 5-22

5.4.4 CPU Configuration ................................................. 5-23

5.4.5 Chipset ................................................................. 5-25

5.4.6 Onboard Devices Configuration ............................5-27

5.4.7 PCI PnP ................................................................. 5-28

5.5 Power menu ........................................................................ 5-30

5.5.1 ACPI APIC Support ................................................ 5-30

5.5.2 APM Configuration ................................................ 5-30

5.5.3 Hardware Monitor ................................................. 5-32

5.6 Boot menu .......................................................................... 5-33

5.6.1 Boot Device Priority .............................................. 5-33

5.6.2 Boot Settings Configuration ................................. 5-34

5.6.3 Security ................................................................ 5-35

5.7 Exit menu ........................................................................... 5-37

Chapter 6:Chapter 6:

Chapter 6:

Chapter 6:Chapter 6:

RAID configuration and driver installationRAID configuration and driver installation

RAID configuration and driver installation

RAID configuration and driver installationRAID configuration and driver installation

6.1 RAID configurations .............................................................. 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 Using the RAID configuration utility ....................... 6-3

6.1.5 Intel

Application Accelerator RAID

Option ROM Utility .................................................. 6-4

6.2 RAID driver installation ......................................................... 6-9

6.2.1 Creating a RAID driver disk ..................................... 6-9

6.2.2 Installing the Intel

ICH6R RAID controller driver .. 6-11

6.3. LAN driver installation ........................................................ 6-15

6.3.1 Windows

6.3.2 Windows

6.3.3 Red Hat

2000/2003 Server .............................. 6-15

NT ....................................................... 6-17

Linux 9.0 ............................................... 6-18

Contents

6.4 VGA driver installation ........................................................ 6-20

6.4.1 Windows® 2000 Server ....................................... 6-20

6.4.2 Windows® 2003 Server ....................................... 6-21

6.4.3 Red Hat® Linux 9.0 .............................................. 6-22

Appendix:Appendix:

Appendix:

Appendix:Appendix:

A.1 Simple fixes .......................................................................... A-2

A.2 Power supply specification ................................................... A-4

A.2.1 Input characteristics ............................................... A-4

A.2.2 Output Characteristics ........................................... A-4

A.2.3 Over-Voltage Protection (OVP) .............................. A-4

Reference informationReference information

Reference information

Reference informationReference information

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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:

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This device may not cause harmful interference, and

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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 B 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:

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Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

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Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

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Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.

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Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

The use of shielded cables for connection of the monitor to 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 B limits for radio noise emissions from digital apparatus set out in the Radio Interference Regulations of the Canadian Department of Communications.

This class B digital apparatus complies with CanadianThis class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian

This class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian

This class B digital apparatus complies with CanadianThis class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.ICES-003.

ICES-003.

ICES-003.ICES-003.

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Safety information

Electrical safetyElectrical safety

Electrical safety

Electrical safetyElectrical safety

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To prevent electrical shock hazard, disconnect the power cable from the electrical outlet before relocating the server.

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When adding or removing devices to or from the server, 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 server before you add a device.

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Before connecting or removing signal cables from the server, ensure that all power cables are unplugged.

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Seek professional assistance before using an adapter or extension cord. These devices could interrupt the grounding circuit.

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Make sure that your power supply is set to the correct voltage in your area. If you are not sure about the voltage of the electrical outlet you are using, contact your local power company.

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If the power supply is broken, do not try to fix it by yourself. Contact a qualified service technician or your retailer.

Operation safetyOperation safety

Operation safety

Operation safetyOperation safety

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Before installing any component to the server, carefully read all the manuals that came with the package.

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Before using the product, make sure all cables are correctly connected and the power cables are not damaged. If you detect any damage, contact your dealer immediately.

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To avoid short circuits, keep paper clips, screws, and staples away from connectors, slots, sockets and circuitry.

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Avoid dust, humidity, and temperature extremes. Do not place the product in any area where it may become wet.

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Place the product on a stable surface.

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If you encounter technical problems with the product, contact a qualified service technician or your retailer.

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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.

How this guide is organizedHow this guide is organized

How this guide is organized

How this guide is organizedHow this guide is organized

This guide contains the following parts:

1.1.

Chapter 1: Product IntroductionChapter 1: Product Introduction

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

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

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

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

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 configuration and driver installationChapter 6: RAID configuration and driver installation

Chapter 6: RAID configuration and driver installation

6.6.

Chapter 6: RAID configuration and driver installationChapter 6: RAID configuration and driver installation This chapter provides information on RAID configurations, RAID driver

installation, and LAN driver installation for this motherboard.

7.7.

Appendix: Reference informationAppendix: Reference information

Appendix: Reference information

7.7.

Appendix: Reference informationAppendix: Reference information This appendix gives information on the standard or redundant power

supply that came with the barebone server. This section also provides a troubleshooting guide for solving common problems when using the barebone server.

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Where to find more informationWhere to find more information

Where to find more information

Where to find more informationWhere to find more information

Refer to the following sources for additional information and for product and software updates.

1.1.

ASUS websitesASUS websites

ASUS websites

1.1.

ASUS websitesASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on ASUS hardware

and software products. Refer to the ASUS contact information.

2.2.

Optional documentationOptional documentation

Optional documentation

2.2.

Optional documentationOptional documentation Your product package may include optional documentation, such as

warranty flyers, that may have been added by your dealer. These documents are not part of the standard package.

Conventions used in this guideConventions used in this guide

Conventions used in this guide

Conventions used in this guideConventions used in this guide

To make sure that you perform certain tasks properly, take note of the following symbols used throughout this manual.

DANGER/WARNING: DANGER/WARNING:

DANGER/WARNING: Information to prevent injury to yourself

DANGER/WARNING: DANGER/WARNING: when trying 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 additional information to help you complete a

NOTE: NOTE: task.

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-than

<Key1+Key2+Key3> If you must press two or more keys

Used to emphasize a word or a phrase.

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>

CommandCommand

Command Means that you must type the command exactly

CommandCommand

as shown, then supply the required item or value enclosed in brackets.

Example: At the DOS prompt, type the command line: afudos /i[filename]afudos /i[filename]

afudos /i[filename]

afudos /i[filename]afudos /i[filename] afudos /iP5CR-VM.ROMafudos /iP5CR-VM.ROM

afudos /iP5CR-VM.ROM

afudos /iP5CR-VM.ROMafudos /iP5CR-VM.ROM

Chapter 1

This chapter describes the general features of the barebone server, including sections on the front panel and rear panel specifications.

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Product introduction

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1.1 System package contents

Check your ASUS TS150-E2 package with the items on the following table. The package contents vary for the following configurations:

Item DescriptionItem Description

Item Description

Item DescriptionItem Description

1. ASUS TS150-E2 server with:

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ASUS P5CR-VM motherboard

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300 W power supply

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Optical drive

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Floppy disk drive

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Chassis fan

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CPU fan and heatsink assembly

2. AC power cord

3. System screws and labels

4. Support CD including drivers and utilities

5. User guide

6. Optional items

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Second hard disk drive cage with retention base and screws

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Expansion card holder

Contact your dealer immediately if any of the items is damaged or missing.

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Chapter 1: Product introduction

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1.2 System specifications

The ASUS TS150-E2 is a server system featuring the ASUS P5CR-VM motherboard. The server supports the Intel 775-land package, and includes the latest technologies through the chipsets embedded on the motherboard.

Pentium® 4 processor in the

ChassisChassis

Chassis

ChassisChassis

MotherboardMotherboard

Motherboard

MotherboardMotherboard

ChipsetChipset

Chipset

ChipsetChipset

ProcessorProcessor

Processor

ProcessorProcessor

Front Side BusFront Side Bus

Front Side Bus

Front Side BusFront Side Bus

MemoryMemory

Memory

MemoryMemory

LANLAN

LAN

LANLAN

StorageStorage

Storage

StorageStorage

Pedestal with front panel I/O ports

ASUS P5CR-VM (uATX form factor: 9.6 in. x 9.6 in.)

Northbridge: Intel

E7221 Memory Controller Hub (MCH)

Southbridge: Intel® ICH6R

LGA775 socket for Intel

Pentium® 4 processor with

Extended Memory 64-bit Technology (EM64T)

Supports Intel® Hyper-Threading Technology

800/533 MHz

Dual-channel memory architecture 4 x 240-pin DIMM sockets support ECC/non-ECC

unbuffered 533/400 MHz DDR2 memory modules

Supports 256 MB up to 4 GB of system memory

Dual Broadcom BCM5721 Gigabit LAN controller

(PCI Express™ 1.0a specifications compliant)

ICH6R Southbridge supports:

Intel

- 2 x Ultra DMA 100/66/33 hard disk drives

- 4 x Serial ATA hard disks with RAID 0, RAID 1 configuration

ExpansionExpansion

Expansion

ExpansionExpansion slotsslots

slots

slotsslots

Drive baysDrive bays

Drive bays

Drive baysDrive bays

Rear panelRear panel

Rear panel

Rear panelRear panel

Chassis fanChassis fan

Chassis fan

Chassis fanChassis fan

HardwareHardware

Hardware

HardwareHardware monitorsmonitors

monitors

monitorsmonitors

Power supplyPower supply

Power supply

Power supplyPower supply

2 x PCI 33 MHz/32-bit/5V (PCI 2.3) 1 x PCI Express™ x8 slot (PCI Express™ 1.0a) 1 x PCI Express™ x1 slot (PCI Express™ 1.0a) 1 x Mini-PCI socket for the ASUS Server Management Board

1 x 3.5-inch floppy disk drive bay 1 x 3.5-inch hard disk drive bay 4 x 5.25-inch optical drive bays

1 x PS/2 mouse port 1 x PS/2 keyboard port 2 x USB 2.0 ports 1 x Parallel port 1 x Serial (COM1) port 2 x LAN (RJ-45) ports 1 x VGA port

9 cm chassis fan

Voltage, temperature, and fan speed monitoring

SSI power supply with 24-pin ATX and 4-pin 12V plugs

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1.3 Front panel features

The TS150-E2 chassis displays a black stylish front panel.

The power button, LED indicators, optical, and floppy drives are located on the front panel. Flip the front panel I/O ports cover to access the front panel USB ports.

Front panel I/OFront panel I/O

Front panel I/O

Front panel I/OFront panel I/O ports coverports cover

ports cover

ports coverports cover

Floppy diskFloppy disk

Floppy disk

Floppy diskFloppy disk

drivedrive

drive

drivedrive

USB portsUSB ports

USB ports

USB portsUSB ports

Optical driveOptical drive

Optical drive

Optical driveOptical drive

Empty 5.25-inch baysEmpty 5.25-inch bays

Empty 5.25-inch bays

Empty 5.25-inch baysEmpty 5.25-inch bays

HDD LEDHDD LED

HDD LED

HDD LEDHDD LED Power button and LEDPower button and LED

Power button and LED

Power button and LEDPower button and LED

Reset buttonReset button

Reset button

Reset buttonReset button

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1.4 LED information

The TS150-E2 comes with two LED indicators. Refer to the picture for the LED location and the table below for LED description.

LEDLED

LED

LEDLED

Drive Activity LED Blinking Read/write data into the HDD

Power LED ON System power ON

IconIcon

Icon

IconIcon

DisplayDisplay

Display

DisplayDisplay

Blinking Suspend mode

DescriptionDescription

Description

DescriptionDescription

1.5 Rear panel features

The rear panel includes a slot for the motherboard rear I/O ports, seven full-length expansion slots, chassis cover locks, a vent for the system fan, and the power supply unit.

Power connectorPower connector

Power connector

Power connectorPower connector Voltage selectorVoltage selector

Voltage selector

Voltage selectorVoltage selector

P/S2 mouse portP/S2 mouse port

P/S2 mouse port

P/S2 mouse portP/S2 mouse port

P/S2 keyboard portP/S2 keyboard port

P/S2 keyboard port

P/S2 keyboard portP/S2 keyboard port

USB 2.0 portsUSB 2.0 ports

USB 2.0 ports

USB 2.0 portsUSB 2.0 ports

Serial portSerial port

Serial port

Serial portSerial port

Parallel portParallel port

Parallel port

Parallel portParallel port

VGA portVGA port

VGA port

VGA portVGA port

Power suppy unitPower suppy unit

Power suppy unit

Power suppy unitPower suppy unit

9 cm chassis fan9 cm chassis fan

9 cm chassis fan

9 cm chassis fan9 cm chassis fan

Gigabit LAN portsGigabit LAN ports

Gigabit LAN ports

Gigabit LAN portsGigabit LAN ports

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Expansion slotsExpansion slots

Expansion slots

Expansion slotsExpansion slots

Side cover lockingSide cover locking

Side cover locking

Side cover lockingSide cover locking leverlever

lever

leverlever

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1.6 Internal features

The TS150-E2 chassis includes the basic components as shown.

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1313

1010

1616

1414

1. Power supply

2. 9 cm chassis fan

3. ASUS P5CR-VM motherboard

4. CPU socket

5. DDR2 DIMM sockets

6. PCI Express x1 slot

7. PCI Express x8 slot

8. PCI slots

The hard disk drives are purchased separately.

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9. Floppy disk drive connector

10. IDE connector

11. Serial ATA connectors

12. Optical drive

13. Empty 5.25-inch drive bays

14. Floppy disk drive

15. HDD bay

16. Detachable HDD cage

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Chapter 1: Product introduction

Chapter 1: Product introductionChapter 1: Product introduction

Chapter 2

This chapter lists the hardware setup procedures that you have to perform when installing or removing system components.

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2.1 Preparation

Basic components to installBasic components to install

Basic components to install

Basic components to installBasic components to install

You need to install the following components to the barebone server.

1. Central processing unit (CPU)

2. Dual Inline Memory Module(s) (DIMMs)

3. Hard disk drive

4. 5.25-inch drive(s)

5. Expansion card(s)

ToolTool

Tool

ToolTool

You need a Phillips (cross) screw driver to install some system components.

2.2 Removing the side cover

To remove the side cover:

1. Locate the two side cover locks.

2. Press the side cover locks outward, then pull the side cover toward the rear panel for about one-half inch.

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3. Move the side cover to the direction of the arrow.

4. Lift the side cover, then set aside.

•

Make sure that you unplug the power cord before removing the side cover.

•

Take extra care when removing the side cover. Keep your fingers from components inside the chassis that can cause injury, such as the CPU fan, rear fan, and other sharp-edged parts.

Viewing the internal structureViewing the internal structure

Viewing the internal structure

Viewing the internal structureViewing the internal structure

Without the side cover, the internal structure and installed components of the barebone server appear as shown in the following picture.

Perform the procedures in the succeeding sections to install the CPU, system memory, disk drives, and expansion cards.

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2.3 Motherboard information

The barebone server comes with the P5CR-VM motherboard already installed. The motherboard is secured to the chassis by eight (8) screws as indicated by the circles in the illustration below.

Refer to “Chapter 4 Motherboard information” for detailed information on the motherboard.

Place this sidePlace this side

Place this side

Place this sidePlace this side towards thetowards the

towards the

towards thetowards the rear of therear of the

rear of the

rear of therear of the chassischassis

chassis

chassischassis

P5CR-VM

Make sure to unplug the power cord before installing or removing any motherboard component or connection. Failure to do so may cause you physical injury and may damage motherboard components.

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Chapter 2: Hardware setup

Chapter 2: Hardware setupChapter 2: Hardware setup

2.4 Central Processing Unit (CPU)

The motherboard comes with a surface mount LGA775 socket designed for the Intel® Pentium® 4 processor in the 775-land package.

• Your boxed Intel® Pentium® 4 LGA775 processor package should come with installation instructions for the CPU, heatsink, and the retention mechanism. If the instructions in this section do not match the CPU documentation, follow the latter.

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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.

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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.

2.4.12.4.1

2.4.1

2.4.12.4.1

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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P5CR-VM CPU Socket 775

Before installing the CPU, make sure that the socket 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

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).

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This side of the

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socket box should

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face you.

face you.face you.

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

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Gold triangle mark

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6. Close the load plate (A), then push the load lever (B) until it snaps into the retention tab.

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!

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Notes on Intel

Notes on IntelNotes on Intel

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Hyper-Threading Technology Hyper-Threading Technology

Hyper-Threading Technology

Hyper-Threading Technology Hyper-Threading Technology

This motherboard supports Intel® Pentium® 4 CPUs in the 775-land package with Hyper-Threading Technology.

Hyper-Threading Technology is supported under Windows Advanced Server, Windows® 2003 Server, and Linux 2.4.x (kernel) and later versions only. Under Linux, use the Hyper-Threading compiler to compile the code. If you are using any other operating systems, disable the Hyper-Threading Technology item in the BIOS to ensure system stability and performance.

Make sure to enable the Hyper-Threading Technology item in BIOS before installing a supported operating system.

For more information on Hyper-Threading Technology, visit www.intel.com/info/hyperthreading.

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To use the Hyper-Threading Technology on this motherboard:

1. Install an Intel

Pentium® 4 CPU that supports Hyper-Threading

Technology.

2. Power up the system and enter the BIOS Setup (see Chapter 5: BIOS setup). Under the Advanced Menu, make sure that the item Hyper-Threading Technology is set to Enabled. The item appears only if you installed a CPU that supports Hyper-Threading Technology.

3. Reboot the computer.

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Installing the CPU fan and heatsink assemblyInstalling the CPU fan and heatsink assembly

Installing the CPU fan and heatsink assembly

Installing the CPU fan and heatsink assemblyInstalling the CPU fan and heatsink assembly

The Intel® Pentium® 4 LGA775 processor requires a specially designed heatsink and fan assembly to ensure optimum thermal condition and performance.

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When you buy a boxed Intel® Pentium® 4 processor, the package includes the CPU fan and heatsink assembly.

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We recommend that you use the ASUS-certified multi-directional heatsink and fan bundled with the system.

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If you purchased a separate CPU heatsink and fan assembly, make sure that you have properly applied Thermal Interface Material to the CPU heatsink or CPU before you install the heatsink and fan assembly.

Before Before

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Before

Before Before

remove the screws that secure the X-Pad™ to the motherboard. (The screws help keep the X-Pad from falling off during transit.)

installing the CPU fan and heatsink assembly, make sure to

To install the CPU heatsink and fan:

1. Place the heatsink on top of the installed CPU, making sure that the CPU fan screws match the holes on the motherboard.

CPU fan screw holeCPU fan screw hole

CPU fan screw hole

CPU fan screw holeCPU fan screw hole

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Orient the heatsink and fan assembly such that the CPU fan cable is closest to the CPU_FAN1 connector.

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An X-pad™ comes pre-installed under the motherboard.

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CPU fan screw

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If you use the push-pin heatsink and fan assembly, make sure to remove the X-pad™ first.

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2. Fasten the screws in a diagonal sequence to secure the heatsink and fan assembly in place.

3. Connect the CPU fan cable to the connectors on the motherboard labeled CPU_FAN1/CPU_FAN2.

CPU_FAN1

CPU_FAN2

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P5CR-VM CPU fan connectors

CPU_FAN1

GND

FANPWR2

FANOUT4

CPU_FAN2

GND

FANOUT7

FANPWR3

• Do not forget to connect the CPU fan connector! Hardware monitoring errors can occur if you fail to plug this connector.

• If there is only one CPU fan cable, connect it to the connector labeled CPU_FAN1. Failure to do so may cause hardware monitoring errors.

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2.5 System memory

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OverviewOverview

Overview

OverviewOverview

The motherboard comes with four Double Data Rate 2 (DDR2) Dual Inline Memory Modules (DIMM) sockets.

A DDR2 module has the same physical dimensions as a DDR DIMM but has a 240-pin footprint compared to the 184-pin DDR DIMM. DDR2 DIMMs are notched to match the break on the socket and ensure correct installation.

The figure illustrates the location of the DDR2 DIMM sockets:

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DIMM_A1

DIMM_A2

DIMM_B1

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DIMM_B2

P5CR-VM 240-pin DDR2 DIMM sockets

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Memory configurationsMemory configurations

Memory configurations

Memory configurationsMemory configurations

You may install 256 MB, 512 MB and 1 GB unbuffered ECC DDR2 DIMMs into the DIMM sockets.

• Always install DIMMs with the same CAS latency. For optimum compatibility, we recommend that you obtain memory modules from the same vendor.

• Due to chipset limitation, the available memory space depends on the system configuration. Typically, the system allocates 3 ~ 4 GB memory space for onboard devices and add-on cards. However, actual resource allocation varies according to the type of add-on cards the user installs. Some PCI cards, for example, require larger memory space, thus decreasing the total available memory space to less than 3 GB.

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Memory configuration tableMemory configuration table

Memory configuration table

Memory configuration tableMemory configuration table

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ALLOCATION

ALLOCATIONALLOCATION

ChannelChannel

Channel

ChannelChannel

SINGLE 1 •

DUAL 2 • •

# of DIMMS# of DIMMS

# of DIMMS

# of DIMMS# of DIMMS

3 •••

4 ••• •

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DIMM_A1

DIMM_A1DIMM_A1

DIMM_B1DIMM_B1

DIMM_B1

DIMM_B1DIMM_B1

DIMM_A2DIMM_A2

DIMM_A2

DIMM_A2DIMM_A2

DIMM_B2DIMM_B2

DIMM_B2

DIMM_B2DIMM_B2

Install only identical memory modules. For optimum compatibility, do not mix single and double-sided memory modules on the same motherboard.

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Installing a DIMMInstalling a DIMM

Installing a DIMM

Installing a DIMMInstalling a DIMM

Unplug the power supply before adding or removing DIMMs or other system components. Failure to do so can 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.

• 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.

DDR2 DIMM notchDDR2 DIMM notch

DDR2 DIMM notch

Unlocked retaining clipUnlocked retaining clip

Unlocked retaining clip

Unlocked retaining clipUnlocked retaining clip

DDR2 DIMM notchDDR2 DIMM notch

• 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.

2. Remove the DIMM from the socket.

DDR2 DIMM notchDDR2 DIMM notch

DDR2 DIMM notch

DDR2 DIMM notchDDR2 DIMM notch

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2.6 Installing a hard disk drive

The server system supports one Serial ATA hard disk drive through a detachable hard disk drive cage.

You may purchase a second hard disk drive cage to install an additional HDD. Refer to the next chapter for details.

Hard disk drive cageHard disk drive cage

Hard disk drive cage

Hard disk drive cageHard disk drive cage

Configure your hard disk drive as Master/Slave device before installing it to the chassis. Refer to the HDD documentation on how to set the drive as a Master/Slave device.

Hard disk drive installationHard disk drive installation

Hard disk drive installation

Hard disk drive installationHard disk drive installation

The detachable hard disk drive cage accommodates one Serial ATA hard disk drive.

To install a Serial ATA hard disk drive:

Configure your hard disk drive as Master/Slave device before installing it to the drive cage. Refer to the HDD documentation on how to set the drive as a Master/Slave device.

1. Press the HDD cage lock while pulling the cage out from the chassis. Place the HDD cage in a flat surface.

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2. Insert an HDD to the upper bay of the cage. Make sure that the HDD screw holes are aligned with the HDD cage screw holes.

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DO NOT install a hard disk

DO NOT DO NOT drive to the lower bay of the cage.

3. Secure the HDD to the cage with two screws on both sides of the cage.

Screw holesScrew holes

Screw holes

Screw holesScrew holes

4. Reinstall the HDD cage to the chassis. Align the HDD cage and bay assembly rails, then carefully push the HDD cage until it is flushed to the chassis.

5. Connect one end of the supplied 7-pin SATA cable to the SATA connector at the back of the drive.

6. Connect the other end to a SATA connector on the motherboard. See page 3-6 for the location of the SATA connectors.

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