Asus 1U Rackmount Barebone Server RS120-E3 (PA4) User manual

1U Rackmount Barebone Server1U Rackmount Barebone Server
1U Rackmount Barebone Server1U Rackmount Barebone Server
1U Rackmount Barebone Server
RS120-E3 (PA4)
User Guide

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Contents
Notices ............................................................................................... vii
Safety information ............................................................................ viii
About this guide ................................................................................. ix
Chapter 1: Product introductionChapter 1: Product introduction
Chapter 1: Product introductionChapter 1: Product introduction
Chapter 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 setupChapter 2: Hardware setup
Chapter 2: Hardware setup
2.1 Chassis cover ....................................................................... 2-2
2.1.1 Removing the front cover ...................................... 2-2
2.1.2 Removing the rear cover ........................................ 2-2
2.1.3 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
2.8 Removable components ..................................................... 2-18

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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 ......................................................... 2-26
Chapter 3: Installation optionsChapter 3: Installation options
Chapter 3: Installation optionsChapter 3: Installation options
Chapter 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 informationChapter 4: Motherboard information
Chapter 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 setupChapter 5: BIOS setup
Chapter 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
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
5.3.3 Legacy Diskette A ................................................ 5-14
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5.3.4 IDE Configuration .................................................. 5-15
5.3.5 Primary/Secondary/Third IDE Master/Slave ......... 5-17
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
5.4.3 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: RAID configurationRAID configuration
RAID configurationRAID configuration
RAID configuration
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
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
6.3 Intel
®
Matrix Storage Manager Option ROM Utility.............. 6-31
6.3.1 Creating a RAID 0 set (Stripe) .............................. 6-32
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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
6.3.7 Exiting the Intel
®
Matrix Storage Manager ............ 6-38
6.4 Global Array Manager ......................................................... 6-39
6.5 Rebuilding the RAID ............................................................ 6-39
6.6 Setting the Boot array use MB BIOS Setup Utility .............. 6-42
Chapter 7: Driver installationChapter 7: Driver installation
Chapter 7: Driver installationChapter 7: Driver installation
Chapter 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
7.2.1 Windows
®
2000/2003 Server .............................. 7-12
7.2.2 Red Hat
®
Enterprise ver. 3.0 ................................ 7-13
7.3 VGA driver installation ........................................................ 7-14
7.3.1 Windows
®
2000 Server ........................................ 7-14
7.3.2 Windows
®
2003 Server ........................................ 7-15
7.3.3 Red Hat
®
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 ............................................. 7-18
Appendix: Reference informationAppendix: Reference information
Appendix: Reference informationAppendix: Reference information
Appendix: Reference information
A.1 Intel
®
EM64T ........................................................................ A-2
A.2 Enhanced Intel SpeedStep
®
Technology (EIST) .................... A-2
A.2.1 System requirements ............................................. A-2
A.2.2 Using the EIST ........................................................ A-3
A.3 Intel
®
Hyper-Threading Technology ...................................... A-4
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

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Notices
Federal Communications Commission StatementFederal Communications Commission Statement
Federal Communications Commission StatementFederal Communications Commission Statement
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 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.
Canadian Department of Communications StatementCanadian Department of Communications Statement
Canadian Department of Communications StatementCanadian Department of Communications Statement
Canadian 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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Adigital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
WARNING!WARNING!
WARNING!WARNING!
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
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Safety information
Electrical SafetyElectrical Safety
Electrical SafetyElectrical Safety
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 SafetyOperation Safety
Operation SafetyOperation Safety
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 WarningLithium-Ion Battery Warning
Lithium-Ion Battery WarningLithium-Ion Battery Warning
Lithium-Ion Battery Warning
CAUTION!CAUTION!
CAUTION!CAUTION!
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 WarningCD-ROM Drive Safety Warning
CD-ROM Drive Safety WarningCD-ROM Drive Safety Warning
CD-ROM Drive Safety Warning
CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCTCLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT
CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCTCLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT
CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT
Heavy SystemHeavy System
Heavy SystemHeavy System
Heavy System
CAUTION!CAUTION!
CAUTION!CAUTION!
CAUTION! This server system is heavy. Ask for assistance when
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About this guide
AudienceAudience
AudienceAudience
Audience
This user guide is intended for system integrators, and experienced users
with at least basic knowledge of configuring a server.
ContentsContents
ContentsContents
Contents
This guide contains the following parts:
1.1.
1.1.
1. Chapter 1: Product IntroductionChapter 1: Product Introduction
Chapter 1: Product IntroductionChapter 1: Product Introduction
Chapter 1: Product Introduction
This chapter describes the general features of the server, including
sections on front panel and rear panel specifications.
2.2.
2.2.
2. Chapter 2: Hardware setupChapter 2: Hardware setup
Chapter 2: Hardware setupChapter 2: Hardware setup
Chapter 2: Hardware setup
This chapter lists the hardware setup procedures that you have to
perform when installing or removing system components.
3.3.
3.3.
3. Chapter 3: Installation optionsChapter 3: Installation options
Chapter 3: Installation optionsChapter 3: Installation options
Chapter 3: Installation options
This chapter describes how to install optional components into the
barebone server.
4.4.
4.4.
4. Chapter 4: Motherboard informationChapter 4: Motherboard information
Chapter 4: Motherboard informationChapter 4: Motherboard information
Chapter 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.
5.5.
5. Chapter 5: BIOS informationChapter 5: BIOS information
Chapter 5: BIOS informationChapter 5: BIOS information
Chapter 5: BIOS information
This chapter tells how to change system settings through the BIOS
Setup menus and describes the BIOS parameters.
6.6.
6.6.
6. Chapter 6: RAID configurationChapter 6: RAID configuration
Chapter 6: RAID configurationChapter 6: RAID configuration
Chapter 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
Chapter 7: Driver installation
This chapter provides instructions for installing the necessary drivers
for different system components.
8.8.
8.8.
8. Appendix: Reference informationAppendix: Reference information
Appendix: Reference informationAppendix: Reference information
Appendix: Reference information
This appendix includes additional information that you may refer to
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ReferencesReferences
ReferencesReferences
References
Refer to the following sources for additional information, and for product
and software updates.
1.1.
1.1.
1. ASUS Server Web-based Management (ASWM) user guideASUS Server Web-based Management (ASWM) user guide
ASUS Server Web-based Management (ASWM) user guideASUS Server Web-based Management (ASWM) user guide
ASUS Server Web-based Management (ASWM) user guide
This manual tells how to set up and use the proprietary ASUS server
management utility.
2.2.
2.2.
2. ASUS websitesASUS websites
ASUS websitesASUS websites
ASUS websites
The ASUS websites worldwide provide updated information for all ASUS
hardware and software products. Refer to the ASUS contact information.
ConventionsConventions
ConventionsConventions
Conventions
To make sure that you perform certain tasks properly, take note of the
following symbols used throughout this manual.
WARNING:WARNING:
WARNING:WARNING:
WARNING: Information to prevent injury to yourself when trying
to complete a task.
CAUTION:CAUTION:
CAUTION:CAUTION:
CAUTION: Information to prevent damage to the components
when trying to complete a task.
IMPORTANT:IMPORTANT:
IMPORTANT:IMPORTANT:
IMPORTANT: Instructions that you MUST follow to complete a
task.
NOTE:NOTE:
NOTE:NOTE:
NOTE: Tips and information to aid in completing a task.
TypographyTypography
TypographyTypography
Typography
Bold textBold text
Bold textBold text
Bold text Indicates a menu or an item to select.
Italics Used to emphasize a word or a phrase.
<Key> Keys enclosed in the less-than and greater-
than sign means that you must press the
enclosed key.
Example: <Enter> means that you must press
the Enter or Return key.
<Key1+Key2+Key3> If you must press two or more keys
simultaneously, the key names are linked with
a plus sign (+).
Example: <Ctrl+Alt+D>
Command Means that you must type the command
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

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ASUS RS120-E3/PA4ASUS RS120-E3/PA4
ASUS RS120-E3/PA4
This chapter describes the general
features of the chassis kit. It includes
sections on front panel and rear panel
specifications.
Chapter 1
Product introduction

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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 BP4LSA-F10-R10) with 4 x SATA cables
•PCI-X and PCI Express x8 riser assembly (ASUS PCI64-EXP-X8)
•Front I/O board (ASUS FPB-AR14)
•Slim type optical drive with IDE cable
•6x system fans (3 x 56 mm; 3 x 28 mm)
•4x 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.
**
**
*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
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
The 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 toUSB floppy drive when creating a SATA RAID driver disk. Refer to
USB 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/PA4 is a 1U barebone server system featuring the ASUS
P5MT-R motherboard. The server supports the Intel
®
Pentium
®
4 and Pentium
®
D processor in the LGA775 package, and includes the latest technologies
through the chipsets embedded on the motherboard.
Rackmount 1U (R10)
ASUS P5MT-R
North Bridge : Intel
®
E7230 Memory Controller Hub (MCH)
South Bridge : Intel
®
ICH7R
I/O Bridge : Intel
®
6702 PXH-V
LGA775 socket for Intel
®
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
®
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
®
BMC5721 Gigabit Ethernet Controller
LAN2: Broadcom
®
BMC5721 Gigabit Ethernet Controller
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 (slim type optical drive)
4 x SATAII-300 hard disk drive with
–RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 10, or software RAID 5
configuration using the Intel
®
Matrix Storage Manager
–RAID 0, RAID 1, or RAID 10 configuration using the
LSI Logic Embedded SATA RAID controller
ASUS Server Web-based Management (ASWM)
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)
ChassisChassis
ChassisChassis
Chassis
MotherboardMotherboard
MotherboardMotherboard
Motherboard
ChipsetChipset
ChipsetChipset
Chipset
ProcessorProcessor
ProcessorProcessor
Processor
MemoryMemory
MemoryMemory
Memory
LANLAN
LANLAN
LAN
VGAVGA
VGAVGA
VGA
Expansion slotsExpansion slots
Expansion slotsExpansion slots
Expansion slots
StorageStorage
StorageStorage
Storage
ManagementManagement
ManagementManagement
Management
MonitoringMonitoring
MonitoringMonitoring
Monitoring
Power requirementPower requirement
Power requirementPower requirement
Power requirement
DimensionsDimensions
DimensionsDimensions
Dimensions
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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.
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.
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.
Powerfan
Powerfan
Powerfan
Powerfan
Powerfan
PS/2 keyboard portPS/2 keyboard port
PS/2 keyboard portPS/2 keyboard port
PS/2 keyboard port
PS/2 mouse portPS/2 mouse port
PS/2 mouse portPS/2 mouse port
PS/2 mouse port
ACpowersocket
ACpowersocket
ACpowersocket
ACpowersocket
ACpowersocket
USBports
USBports
USBports
USBports
USBports
LAN port1LAN port1
LAN port1LAN port1
LAN port1
Serial port
Serial port
Serial port
Serial port
Serial port
VGAport
VGAport
VGAport
VGAport
VGAport
Expansion slotExpansion slot
Expansion slotExpansion slot
Expansion slot
LAN port2LAN port2
LAN port2LAN port2
LAN port2
Refer to section “1.6.1 Rear panel LEDs” for the LED descriptions.
Powerfan
Powerfan
Powerfan
Powerfan
Powerfan
LocatorLED
LocatorLED
LocatorLED
LocatorLED
LocatorLED
Locatorswitch
Locatorswitch
Locatorswitch
Locatorswitch
Locatorswitch
Hot-swap HDD baysHot-swap HDD bays
Hot-swap HDD baysHot-swap HDD bays
Hot-swap HDD bays
Optical driveOptical drive
Optical driveOptical drive
Optical drive
Rack screwRack screw
Rack screwRack screw
Rack screw Rack screwRack screw
Rack screwRack screw
Rack screw
USB portsUSB ports
USB portsUSB ports
USB ports
LAN2 LEDLAN2 LED
LAN2 LEDLAN2 LED
LAN2 LED
HDD Access LEDHDD Access LED
HDD Access LEDHDD Access LED
HDD Access LED
LAN1 LEDLAN1 LED
LAN1 LEDLAN1 LED
LAN1 LED
Message LEDMessage LED
Message LEDMessage LED
Message LED
PowerPower
PowerPower
Power
buttonbutton
buttonbutton
button
PowerPower
PowerPower
Power
LEDLED
LEDLED
LED
Location switchLocation switch
Location switchLocation switch
Location switch
Reset buttonReset button
Reset buttonReset button
Reset button
Location LEDLocation LED
Location LEDLocation LED
Location LED

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1.5 Internal features
The barebone server includes the basic components as shown.
1. PCI-X and PCI Express x8
riser card bracket
2. Power fans
3. ASUS P5MT-R motherboard
4. Power supply
5. Device fans (x 2)
6. System fans (x 4)
7. SATA backplane
8. Hot-swap HDD tray 1 -
Connects to SATA1 port
(Port0)
9. Hot-swap HDD tray 2 -
Connects to SATA2 port
(Port1)
10. Hot-swap HDD tray 3 -
Connects to SATA3 port
(Port2)
11. Hot-swap HDD tray 4 -
Connects to SATA4 port
(Port3)
12. Front I/O board (hidden)
13. 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.
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1.6 LED information
1.6.11.6.1
1.6.11.6.1
1.6.1 Rear panel LEDsRear panel LEDs
Rear panel LEDsRear panel LEDs
Rear panel LEDs
LEDLED
LEDLED
LED Display statusDisplay status
Display statusDisplay status
Display status DescriptionDescription
DescriptionDescription
Description
Location LED OFF Normal status
ON Location switch is pressed
(Press the location switch again to turn off)
Location LEDLocation LED
Location LEDLocation LED
Location LED
44
44
433
33
3
11
11
1
55
55
555
55
5
66
66
6
77
77
7
88
88
8
11
11
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22
2
1010
1010
10
99
99
9
1313
1313
13
11
11
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1.6.21.6.2
1.6.21.6.2
1.6.2 Front panel LEDsFront panel LEDs
Front panel LEDsFront panel LEDs
Front panel LEDs
1.6.31.6.3
1.6.31.6.3
1.6.3 LAN (RJ-45) LEDsLAN (RJ-45) LEDs
LAN (RJ-45) LEDsLAN (RJ-45) LEDs
LAN (RJ-45) LEDs
Message LEDMessage LED
Message LEDMessage LED
Message LED
LAN2 LEDLAN2 LED
LAN2 LEDLAN2 LED
LAN2 LED
HDD Access LEDHDD Access LED
HDD Access LEDHDD Access LED
HDD Access LED
LAN1 LEDLAN1 LED
LAN1 LEDLAN1 LED
LAN1 LED
Power LEDPower LED
Power LEDPower LED
Power LED
Location LEDLocation LED
Location LEDLocation LED
Location LED
LEDLED
LEDLED
LED IconIcon
IconIcon
Icon Display statusDisplay status
Display statusDisplay status
Display status DescriptionDescription
DescriptionDescription
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 LEDs OFF No LAN connection
Blinking LAN is transmitting or receiving data
ON LAN connection is present
ACT/LINK LEDACT/LINK LED
ACT/LINK LEDACT/LINK LED
ACT/LINK LED SPEED LEDSPEED LED
SPEED LEDSPEED LED
SPEED LED
StatusStatus
StatusStatus
Status DescriptionDescription
DescriptionDescription
Description StatusStatus
StatusStatus
Status DescriptionDescription
DescriptionDescription
Description
OFF No link OFF 10 Mbps connection
GREEN Linked ORANGE 100 Mbps connection
BLINKING Data activity GREEN 1 Gbps connection
SPEED LEDSPEED LED
SPEED LEDSPEED LED
SPEED LED
ACT/LINK LEDACT/LINK LED
ACT/LINK LEDACT/LINK LED
ACT/LINK LED
1.6.41.6.4
1.6.41.6.4
1.6.4 HDD status LEDHDD status LED
HDD status LEDHDD status LED
HDD status LED
HDD status LEDHDD status LED
HDD status LEDHDD status LED
HDD status LED
SATA HDD LEDSATA HDD LED
SATA HDD LEDSATA HDD LED
SATA HDD LED DescriptionDescription
DescriptionDescription
Description
GREEN This installed Serial ATA HDD is in good condition
OFF HDD failure or no HDD was installed

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This chapter lists the hardware setup
procedures that you have to perform
when installing or removing system
components.
Chapter 2
Hardware setup

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2.1 Chassis cover
2.1.12.1.1
2.1.12.1.1
2.1.1 Removing the front coverRemoving the front cover
Removing the front coverRemoving the front cover
Removing the front 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.
2. Loosen the two thunbscrews on
the rear panel to release the top
cover from the chassis.
4. Released a drive tray by pushing
the spring lock to the right. Then
, firmly hold the tray level and
pull all the drive trays out of the
bay.

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6. Disconnect the LAN activity LED/
Locator LED cable and USB cable
from the connectors under the top
front cover.
7. Disconnect the IDE cable and the
power plug from the connectors
on the back of the drive.
8. Then leave the cover as side.
5. Then push the front cover as
arrow show.
1. Loosen the two thumbscrews on
the rear panel to release the top
cover from the chassis.
ThumbscrewsThumbscrews
ThumbscrewsThumbscrews
Thumbscrews
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2.1.2 Removing the rear coverRemoving the rear cover
Removing the rear coverRemoving the rear cover
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2. Firmly hold the cover and slide it
toward the rear panel for about half
an inch until it is disengaged from
the chassis.
5. Lift the cover from the chassis.
2.1.32.1.3
2.1.32.1.3
2.1.3 Installing the top coverInstalling the top cover
Installing the top coverInstalling the top cover
Installing the top 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.
GroovesGrooves
GroovesGrooves
Grooves
Side markingsSide markings
Side markingsSide markings
Side markings
ThumbscrewsThumbscrews
ThumbscrewsThumbscrews
Thumbscrews
1/2 inch1/2 inch
1/2 inch1/2 inch
1/2 inch
distancedistance
distancedistance
distance