Asus 1U Rackmount Chassis Kit R10-A2P4 User manual

1U Rackmount Chassis Kit
R10-A2P4
User Guide

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First edition V1
July 2004

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Contents
Notices ........................................................................................... iv
Safety information ...........................................................................v
About this guide..............................................................................vi
Chapter 1: Product introduction
1.1 System package contents ..................................................... 2
1.2 Front panel features .............................................................. 3
1.3 Rear panel features............................................................... 3
1.4 Internal features .................................................................... 4
1.5 LED information..................................................................... 5
1.5.1 Front panel LEDs ...................................................... 5
1.5.2 Rear panel LEDs ...................................................... 5
Chapter 2: Hardware setup
2.1 Preparation............................................................................ 2
2.1.1 Tools to use............................................................... 2
2.1.2 System components and devices to install............... 2
2.2 Removing and installing the chassis cover ........................... 3
2.2.1 Removing the cover .................................................. 3
2.2.2 Installing the cover .................................................... 4
2.3 Motherboard installation ........................................................ 5
2.3.1 Motherboard dimensions .......................................... 5
2.3.2 Placement direction and screw holes ....................... 6
2.3.3 Installing the motherboard ........................................ 7
2.4 Hard disk drives..................................................................... 9
2.5 Expansion slot ......................................................................11
2.6 Removable components...................................................... 13
2.6.1 System fans ............................................................ 13
2.6.2 Device fan............................................................... 13
2.6.3 Power supply module ............................................. 14
2.6.4 Optical drive ............................................................ 15
2.6.5 Motherboard ........................................................... 17
2.7 SATA backplane cabling ...................................................... 18
Chapter 3: Rackmounting
3.1 Rackmount rail kit items ........................................................ 2
3.2 Rack rails assembly .............................................................. 2
3.3 Attaching the rails to the rack ................................................ 3
3.4 Rackmounting the server ...................................................... 4

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Notices
Federal 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 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:
• 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.
Canadian 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 Canadian ICES-003.
WARNING! 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.

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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, 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 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 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.
CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT
CD-ROM Drive Safety Warning

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Audience
This user guide is intended for system integrators, and experienced users
with at least basic knowledge of configuring a server.
Contents
This guide contains the following parts:
1. Chapter 1: Product Introduction
This chapter describes the general features of the chassis kit. It
includes sections on front panel and rear panel specifications.
2. Chapter 2: Hardware setup
This chapter lists the hardware setup procedures that you have to
perform when installing or removing system components.
3. Chapter 3: Rackmounting
This chapter tells how to install the system to a rack.
WARNING: Information to prevent injury to yourself when trying to
complete a task.
CAUTION: Informationto prevent damagetothe componentswhen
trying to complete a task.
IMPORTANT: Information that you MUST follow to complete a task.
NOTE: Tips and information to aid in completing a task.
Conventions
To make sure that you perform certain tasks properly, take note of the
following symbols used throughout this manual.
About this guide

1-1 ASUS R10-A2P4 1U rackmount chassis kit
This chapter describes the general features
of the chassis kit. It includes sections on
front panel and rear panel specifications.
Chapter 1
Product introduction

Chapter 1: Product introduction 1-2
1.1 System package contents
Check your ASUS R10-A2P4 package for the following items.
Contact your dealer immediately if any of the items is damaged or
missing.
Package items
ASUS R10-A2P4 1U rackmount chassis
with:
• 300W/400W/500W power supply
• Optical drive
• System/device/rear fans
• 2 x HDD trays
• Riser card bracket
• SATA backplane
CPU heatsink AC power cord
SATA cable-1 SATA cable-2
SMBus cable
SATA cable-3
Rackmount rail kit

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1.3 Rear panel features
The rear panel includes the expansion slot, system power socket, and rear
fans. The middle part includes the I/O shield with openings for the rear
panel connectors on the motherboard.
1.2 Front panel features
The chassis kit 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 “1.5.1 Front panel LEDs” for the LED descriptions.
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.
HDD bays
USB ports
CD-ROM drive
Power button
Power LED
Location switch
Reset button
Location LED
Message LED
LAN2 LED
HDD Access LED
Rack screw Rack screw
LAN1 LED
Rear fans
PS/2 keyboard port
PS/2 mouse port
AC power socket
USB ports
LAN port
Serial port
VGA port
Expansion slot

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1.4 Internal features
The chaais includes the basic components as shown.
1. PCI-X riser card bracket
2. Rear fans
3. Power supply
4. Device fan
5. System fans
6. SATA backplane
7. HDD tray 1
8. HDD tray 2
9. Optical drive
The chassis kit does not include a floppy disk drive. Connect an
external floppy disk drive (USB interface) to any of the USB ports on
the front or rear panel if you need to use a floppy disk.
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1.5 LED information
1.5.1 Front panel LEDs
1.5.2 Rear panel LEDs
ACT/LINK LED SPEED LED
Status Description Status Description
OFF No link OFF 10Mbps connection
Green Linked Orange 100Mbps connection
Blinking Linking Green 1000Mbps connection
Message LED
LAN2 LED
HDD Access LED
LAN1 LED
Power LED
Location LED
SPEEDACT/LNK
RJ-45
LED Display status Description
Power LED ON System power ON
HDD Access LED OFF No activity
Blinking Read/write data into the HDD
Message LED OFF System is normal; no incoming event
Blinking ASWM indicates a HW monitor event
Location LED OFF Normal status
ON Location switch is pressed
(Press the location switch again to turn off)
LAN LED OFF No LAN connection
Blinking LAN is transmitting or receiving data
ON LAN connection is present

Chapter 1: Product introduction 1-6

ASUS R10-A2P4 1U rackmount chassis kit 2-1
This chapter lists the hardware setup
procedures that you have to perform when
installing or removing system components.
Chapter 2
Hardware setup

Chapter 2: Hardware setup 2-2
2.1 Preparation
Before proceeding, prepare everything that you might need to facilitate
installation.
2.1.1 Tools to use
1. Phillips head screw driver
2. Flat head screw driver
2.1.2 System components and devices to install
The following items are the basics that you need to install into the chassis
kit. You may need to install other devices depending on your configuration.
1. Motherboard
2. Hard disk drives
3. Drive cables
4. PCI-X add-on card

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2.2 Removing and installing the chassis cover
2.2.1 Removing the cover
1. Use a Phillips screwdriver to remove the screw on each front end of
the top cover.
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.
2. Loosen the two thumbscrews on
the rear panel to release the top
cover from the chassis.
1/2 inch distance
Thumbscrews

Chapter 2: Hardware setup 2-4
2.2.2 Installing 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.
3. Slide the cover toward the front until it snaps in place.
4. Tighten the thumbscrews on the rear to secure the cover.
2. Make sure that the side markings on the cover (two on each side) are
aligned to the grooves on the chassis.
Thumbscrews
Side markings
Grooves

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2.3 Motherboard installation
2.3.1 Motherboard dimensions
This chassis kit supports an ASUS motherboard that measures 12 x 10.5
inches (30.48 x 26.67 cm). Motherboards of smaller sizes will fit into the
chassis. Refer to the motherboard user guide for more information on the
motherboard dimension and other system requirements.
This section only describes how to install a supported motherboard into
the R10-A2P4 chassis kit. Refer to the motherboard user guide for
instructions on installing specific motherboard components.
Make sure that the motherboard you intend to install to the chassis
does not exceed the maximum specified dimensions. Otherwise, it will
not fit into the chassis.

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2.3.2 Placement direction and screw holes
Align the holes on the motherboard (indicated by white circles in the
picture below) to the corresponding standoffs on the motherboard metal
plate inside the chassis.
Place screws through the designated holes to secure the motherboard to
the chassis. Refer to the motherboard user guide for the specific number
of screws that you need to use.
Place this side (with I/O ports)
to the rear side of the chassis
The following figure shows the specific locations of the standoffs (indicated
by black circles) inside the chassis. These standoffs should match with the
holes on the motherboard as pointed out above.

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2.3.3 Installing the motherboard
To install the motherboard:
1. Firmly hold the riser card bracket,
then pull it up to detach it from the
chassis.
3. Firmly hold the motherboard as
shown, and place the side with
the CPU sockets near the system
fans.
2. Clear the motherboard area by
re-routing the pre-connected
cables to facilitate the
motherboard installation.
CPU sockets

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5. Match the motherboard holes with
the chassis standoffs.
6. Secure the motherboard with
screws. Refer to the motherboard
user guide for the specific number
of screws that you need to use.
4. Fit the rear panel connectors to
the I/O shield openings on the
chassis rear.
The chassis appears as shown
with the motherboard installed.
Refer to the motherboard user guide for instructions on installing CPU,
heatsink, and system memory.