Asus TS300-E5/PX4, TS300-E5/PA4 Configration Guide

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Asus TS300-E5/PX4, TS300-E5/PA4 Configration Guide

TS300-E5

Configuration Guide

E4149

First Edition V1

August 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

1.3

Front panel features.....................................................................

1-4

1.4

Rear panel features......................................................................

1-5

1.5

System specifications..................................................................

1-6

Chapter 2:

Components

 

2.1

Upgrading CPU and CPU heatsink..............................................

2-2

2.2

Upgrading system memory.........................................................

2-3

2.3

Upgrading hard disk drives.........................................................

2-4

2.4

Installing ASUS 8708ELP RAID module......................................

2-5

2.5

Installing ASUS Server Management Board...............................

2-6

2.6

Rackmount rail kit.........................................................................

2-7

2.7

OS support list..............................................................................

2-8

Revision history

Revision

Revision history

Date

V1

First release of TS300-E5 configuration guide

August 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 qualified 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 fix it by yourself. Contact a qualified 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 TS300-E5. It includes the product overview and general specifications.

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1.1Key features

TS300-E5isasingle-socketpedestalserversystembasedonIntel® 3210MCHchipset, which provides immediate performance scale up and high processing speed in the

UPtowerserver.With4DIMMslots,theserversupportsDDR2800/667un-buffered ECC/Non-ECCupto8GBmemorycapacity.

Provide SAS RAID Solution with ASUS Proprietary SAS HBA

ASUS SASsaby 1064E (PCI-E 4-port SAS add-on card) is able to support RAID 0, 1, 1E without sacrifice of expansion slots

Quad-LAN Teaming Technology Provides 200% Faster Transfer Rate

Four PCI-Express Gb LAN provide 200% faster transfer rate than those with only two LAN chips

Teaming & Failover function enables higher bandwidth aggregation and reliable network connection via load-balance and fault-tolerance

Multiple network segments help enhance network security and improve communication efficiency

Flexible Expansion Choices

Provide three 32-bit/33MHz (5V) PCI slots for legacy device support

Provide two PCI-E x 16 (x8 link) (one is designed for add-on SAS Saby card) and one PCI-E x8 (x1 link) for higher bandwidth

One SO-DIMM socket for optionalASUSASMB3-SOL card for remote management and monitoring

User-friendly Management Software

BundledASWM2.0 system software makes system management easy. With effective management and monitoring via intelligent interaction & image; the customer may have a clear view regarding CPU, memory, HDD, fan speed,

OS, FRU, NIC and other working status

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Chapter 1: Product introduction

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