Asus AP120-E1 User manual

P4 Pedestal Server/Workstation
800MHz Front Side Bus
User Guide
AP120-E1

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E1502
First Edition V1
March 2004
Copyright © 2004 ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. All Rights Reserved.
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Contents
Contents ......................................................................................... iii
Safety information ..........................................................................vi
About this guide............................................................................ viii
ASUS contact information ...............................................................x
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 LED information.................................................................. 1-5
1.5 Rear panel features............................................................ 1-5
1.6 Internal features ................................................................. 1-6
Chapter 2: Hardware setup
2.1 Preparation......................................................................... 2-2
2.2 Removing the side cover.................................................... 2-2
2.3 Motherboard information .................................................... 2-4
2.4 Installing a Central Processing Unit (CPU) ........................ 2-5
2.4.1 Overview ................................................................ 2-5
2.4.2 CPU installation ..................................................... 2-6
2.5 Installing memory modules................................................. 2-8
2.5.1 Memory configurations .......................................... 2-8
2.5.2 DIMM installation ................................................... 2-9
2.5.3 Removing a DIMM ................................................. 2-9
2.6 Installing a hard disk drive................................................ 2-10
2.6.1 Qualified hard disk drives .................................... 2-10
2.6.2 Hard disk drive installation ....................................2-11
2.7 Installing 5.25-inch drives................................................. 2-13
2.7.1 Removing the front panel cover ........................... 2-13
2.7.2 Installing additional optical drive(s) ...................... 2-15
2.8 Installing expansion cards ................................................ 2-17
2.9 Removing components..................................................... 2-18
2.9.1 Removing the floppy disk drive ............................ 2-18
2.9.2 Removing the chassis fan.................................... 2-19
2.10 Connecting cables............................................................ 2-20
2.11 Replacing the side cover .................................................. 2-21

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Chapter 3: Installation options
3.1 Installing optional components ........................................... 3-2
3.1.1 CPU fan and heatsink assembly............................ 3-2
3.1.2 Second hard disk drive cage ................................. 3-4
3.1.3 Expansion card holder ........................................... 3-7
Appendix
A.1 Simple fixes ........................................................................A-2
A.2 Power supply specification .................................................A-4
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Notices
Federal Communications Commission Statement
This device complies with FCC Rules Part 15. 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/workstation must be
conducted by certified or experienced engineers.
• Before operating the server/workstation, carefully read all the manuals
included with the server/workstation package.
• Before using the server/workstation, 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/
workstation on a stable surface.
Caution!
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.

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CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT
CD-ROM Drive Safety Warning
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.
• Electrical hazard, do not remove chassis cover.
• This equipment is to be serviced by a trained
personnel only.
Safety information

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About this guide
Audience
This user guide is intended for system integrators, and experienced users
with at least basic knowledge of configuring a server/workstation.
Contents
This guide contains the following parts:
1. Chapter 1: Product Introduction
This chapter describes the general features of the AP120-E1
server/workstation. 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: Installation options
This chapter provides information on installing and/or removing
optional system components.
4. Appendix
This appendix lists the common problems that you may encounter
while using the AP120-E1 server/workstation. It lists the possible
causes of the problems and offers solutions. You may refer to this part
and try to solve simple problems before calling customer support. The
appendix also contains the power supply specification for your
reference.

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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 MUSTfollow to complete a task.
NOTE: Tips and information to aid in completing a task.
References
Refer to the following sources for additional information and for product
and software updates.
1. ASUS P4P800S-E motherboard user guide
This guide contains detailed information on the P4P800S-E
motherboard.
2. ASUS websites
The ASUS websites worldwide provide updated information on ASUS
hardware and software products. See the ASUS contact information on
the next page.
3. Optional documentation
Your product package may include optional documentations such as
CD-ROM manual, warranty flyers, and others that may have been
added by your dealer. These documents are not part of the standard
server/workstation package.
Conventions
To make sure that you perform certain tasks properly, take note of the
following symbols used throughout this manual.

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ASUS contact information
ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. (Asia-Pacific)
Address 150 Li-Te Road, Peitou, Taipei, Taiwan 112
Telephone [phone]
Web site www.asus.com.tw
Technical Support
Telephone
(MB/Component) [phone] (English)
(Notebook) [phone] (English)
(Server/PC) [phone] (English)
(Networking) [phone] (English)
Support fax [phone]
ASUS COMPUTER INTERNATIONAL (America)
Address 44370 Nobel Drive, Fremont, CA 94538, USA
Fax [phone]
E-mail [email protected]
Web site usa.asus.com
Technical Support
Telephone
(General) [phone]
(Notebook) [phone]
Support fax [phone]
Support e-mail [email protected]
ASUS COMPUTER GmbH (Germany and Austria)
Address Harkort Str. 25, D-40880 Ratingen, Germany
Telephone [phone]
Fax [phone]
Online contact www.asuscom.de/sales
Technical Support
Telephone [phone]
Fax [phone]
Online support www.asuscom.de/support
Web site www.asuscom.de/news
ASUS COMPUTER (Middle East and North Africa)
Address P.O. Box 64133, Dubai, U.A.E.
Telephone [phone]
Fax [phone]
Web site www.ASUSarabia.com

ASUS AP120-E1 user guide
This chapter describes the general
features of the server/workstation.
This part also describes the system
front and rear panels, LED
indications, and internal
components.
Chapter 1
Product introduction

Chapter 1: Product introduction 1-2
1.1 System package contents
Check your ASUS AP120-E1 package for the following items.
1. ASUS AP120-E1 server/workstation including:
• ASUS P4P800S-E motherboard
• 250W power supply
• Optical drive
• Floppy disk drive
• Chassis fan
2. AC power cord
3. System screws and labels
4. AP120-E1 support CD including drivers and utilities
5. Documentation
• ASUS AP120-E1 user guide
• ASUS P4P800S-E user guide
6. Optional items
• CPU fan and heatsink assembly
• Second hard disk drive cage with retention base and screws
• Expansion card holder
Contact your dealer immediately if any of the items is damaged or
missing.

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1.2 System specification
The ASUS AP120-E1 server/workstation is a stylish server/workstation
system featuring the ASUS P4P800S-E motherboard. The
server/workstation supports the Intel
®
Pentium
®
4 processor in a 478-pin
socket, and includes the latest I/O, LAN, and storage technologies through
the chipsets embedded on the motherboard.
Chassis Pedestal with front panel I/O ports
Motherboard ASUS P4P800S-E
(ATX form factor: 12in x 9.6in)
Chipset Intel
®
848P Memory Controller Hub (MCH)
Intel
®
ICH5R
Memory Supports three 184-pin DDR PC3200/27002100
unbuffered non-ECC DDR DIMMs for up to 2GB system
memory
Processor Supports Intel
®
Prescott processor with 800MHz
front side bus
LAN Intel
®
CSA 82547E1 1000 Gigabit Ethernet controller
Storage 2 x IDE connectors to support 4 UltraDMA100 devices
2 x Serial ATA connectors to support 2 serial ATA HDDs
with RAID 0 and RAID1 function
Onboard I/O PS/2 mouse/keyboard port, parallel port, serial port,
S/PDIF out port, floppy disk drive connector,
3 x IDE connectors, 6 x USB ports (four in rear panel,
two in front), LAN port, 2 x IEEE 1394 ports (one in front,
one in rear), audio I/O ports
Expansion Slots 5 x PCI slots
1 x AGP slot
1 x Wi-Fi slot
Drive Bays 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
Chassis fan 9cm chassis fan
Hardware Monitors Voltage, temperature, and fan speed monitoring
Power Supply 250W power supply with 20-pin ATX and 4-pin 12V plugs

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1.3 Front panel features
The AP120-E1 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, IEEE 1394, and audio I/O ports.
Front panel I/O
ports cover
Optical drive
Floppy disk drive
Empty 5.25-inch bays
IEEE 1394 port
Line Out port
Power button and LED
HDD LED
Reset button
USB ports
Line In port

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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.
1.4 LED information
The AP120-E1 comes with two LED indicators. Refer to the picture for the
LED location and the table below for LED description.
Power connector
PCI expansion slots
Power suppy unit
9cm chassis fan
Line Out port
P/S2 mouse port
S/PDIF Out port
Microphone port
PS/2 keyboard port
Parallel port
Serial port
IEEE 1394 port
USB ports
AGP expansion slot
Wi-Fi expansion slot
Line In port
Gigabit LAN port
Voltage selector
Side cover locking lever
LED Icon Display Description
Drive Activity LED Blinking Read/write data into the HDD
Power LED ON System power ON
Blinking Suspend mode

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1.6 Internal features
The AP120-E1 chassis includes the basic components as shown.
1. Power supply
2. 9cm chassis fan
3. CPU socket (under the CPU fan)
4. DDR DIMM sockets
5. IDE connectors
6. Optical drive
7. Empty 5.25-inch drive bays
The CPU fan and heatswink assembly and the hard disk drives are
purchased separately.
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8. FDD bay
9. Detachable HDD cage
10.Serial ATA connectors
11. ASUS P4P800S-E motherboard
12.AGP slot
13.PCI slots
14.Wi-Fi slot

ASUS AP120-E1 user guide
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
Basic components to install
You need to install the following components to the AP120-E1
server/workstation.
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)
Tool
You need a Philips (cross) screw driver to install some system components.
2.2 Removing the side cover
To remove the side cover:
2. Press the side cover locks
outward, then pull the side
cover toward the rear panel for
about one-half inch.
1. Locate the two side cover
locks.
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4. Move the side cover to the
direction of the arrow.
5. Lift the side cover, then set
aside.
Viewing the internal structure
Without the side cover, the internal structure and installed components of
the barebone server/workstation 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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Chapter 2: Hardware setup 2-4
2.3 Motherboard information
The AP120-E1 comes with the ASUS P4P800S-E motherboard that uses
the ATX form factor measuring 12 inches x 9.6 inches (30.5 x 24.5 cm).
Make sure to unplug the power cord before installing or removing the
motherboard. Failure to do so may cause you physical injury and may
damage motherboard components.
The motherboard is secured to the chassis by ten screws as indicated by
circles in the illustration below.
Refer to the motherboard user guide for detailed information on the
motherboard.