Asus AP2300 Operating and maintenance manual

AP2300
Dual Pentium®III Server Platform
Hardware Reference Guide

2AP2300 Hardware Reference Guide
Product Name: AP2300
Manual Revision: 1.00 E540
Release Date: June 2000
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Contents
1. Introduction .....................................................................7
1-1 How this Manual is Organized .......................................... 7
Symbols ....................................................................... 7
1-2 Component Checklist........................................................ 8
Standard components.................................................. 8
Optional components................................................... 8
1-3 Features............................................................................ 9
Motherboard: ASUS CUR-DLS.................................... 9
Chassis: AS-30 ............................................................ 9
1-4 Safeguards ..................................................................... 10
Operation Safety........................................................ 10
Tools Required........................................................... 10
1-5 Electrical Safety ...............................................................11
2. System Overview ..........................................................13
2-1 Server Front Side............................................................ 13
2-2 Server Back Side ............................................................ 14
2-3 Server Left Side .............................................................. 15
3. Basic Operation.............................................................16
3-1 Starting the Server.......................................................... 16
3-2 LEDs ............................................................................... 16
3-3 BIOS Setup..................................................................... 16
4. Hardware Setup.............................................................17
4-1 Opening the Chassis ...................................................... 17
Panel Screws............................................................. 17
Removing the Right Panel ......................................... 17
Opening the Left Panel .............................................. 18
Chassis Circulation System ....................................... 18
Fan Modules .............................................................. 18
4-2 Rear Cooling Fan Control Board .................................... 19
Rear Cooling Fan Control Board Settings ................. 19
4-3 Motherboard Placement ................................................. 20
Motherboard Spacers ................................................ 20
Motherboard Screws.................................................. 20
Chassis Intrusion Connector...................................... 20
Device Cables............................................................ 21
Cable Connections .................................................... 21
4-4 Central Processing Unit (CPU) ....................................... 22
Installing S370 CPU................................................... 22
4-5 Fan Heatsink................................................................... 23
Fan Heatsink Attachment........................................... 23

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4-6 Chassis Intrusion Switch................................................. 25
4-7 Expansion Cards ............................................................ 25
4-8 Fixed Storage Devices.................................................... 27
Floppy Drive and CD-ROM........................................ 27
Fixed Storage Device Tray ........................................ 26
Fixed Device Bay Cover Clips ................................... 26
Fixed Device Bay Cover ............................................ 26
Storage Device Spacers ............................................ 27
4-9 Five-Tray Hot-Swap Bay................................................. 29
4-10 Three-Tray Hot-Swap Bay .............................................. 28
Hot-Swap Tray ........................................................... 29
Hot-Swap Bay............................................................ 29
4-11 Front Cooling Fans ......................................................... 30
Front Cooling Fan Control Board............................... 31
Hard Disk Drive Message Board ............................... 31
4-12 SCSI Backplane.............................................................. 32
4-13 SCSI ID Setting............................................................... 33
4-14 SCSI Termination ............................................................ 34
4-15 SMBus Connector........................................................... 34
4-16 Redundant Power Supply ............................................... 35
Power Supply Components ....................................... 34
Power Module Rating ................................................ 34
Removing One Power Supply Module....................... 36
Removing the Entire Power Supply Unit.................... 36
Power Supply Mounting............................................. 36
Power Supply Information.......................................... 37
4-17 Standard Power Supply (Optional) ................................. 38
Power Supply Mounting............................................. 38
Power Supply Information.......................................... 38
4-18 Power Supply Requirement ............................................ 40
Power Supply Requirement Calculation Table........... 40
5. Appendix ........................................................................41
5-1 SCSI Cable Limits........................................................... 41
5-2 Glossary.......................................................................... 42
Index...................................................................................43

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FCC & DOC COMPLIANCE
FederalCommunicationsCommissionStatement
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 interfer-
ence 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 com-
munications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur
in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference
toradio or televisionreception, which canbe determined byturningthe equip-
ment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by
one or more of the following measures:
• Re-orient 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.
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.
CanadianDepartmentofCommunicationsStatement
This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for radio noise
emissions from digital apparatus set out in the Radio Interference Regula-
tions of the Canadian Department of Communications.

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1. Introduction
1. Introduction
1. Introduction
You are reading the AP2300 Hardware Reference Guide. This hardware refer-
ence guide provides information and procedures on the various components
used in this server. Some components shown in this reference guide are op-
tional and may be individually purchased to complete the server. This guide is
intended for experienced users and integrators with hardware knowledge of
personal computers. You should also read all documentation and manuals in-
cluded with this server and with your separately purchased components.
There are only a few sections in this reference guide as follows:
1. Introduction
This section provides general information and features of this server.
2. System Overview
This section provides a brief introduction to each server component.
3. Getting Started
This section provides information on getting started with the server.
4. Hardware Setup
This section provides detailed information on setting up the server.
5. Appendix
This section gives you additional information to help plan your server.
Symbols
To complete certain tasks safely and completely, you should be aware of a
few symbols used throughout this guide.
WARNING: Information to prevent injury to yourself when trying to
complete a task.
CAUTION: Information to prevent damage to the components when
trying to complete a task.
IMPORTANT: Information that MUST be followed in order to com-
plete a task.
NOTE: Tips and information to aid in completing a task.
PHILIP (CROSS) SCREW DRIVER: Tools required to install or re-
move the components in this server.
STANDARD (FLAT) SCREW DRIVER: Tools required to install or
remove the components in this server.
STEP: Actions to complete a task.
Sections / Symbols
• 1-1 How this Manual is Organized

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1. Introduction1. Introduction
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Checklist
•1-2 Component Checklist
If assembling this server by yourself, it is important to prepare all the server
components before starting. This will save a great deal of time by not hav-
ing to hunt down components. The following checklist provides a guideline
as to the necessary components for a server.
Standard components
Motherboard: CUR-DLS
Chassis: AS-30
Power Supply: ATX
Processor (CPU): Pentium®III
Memory Modules: 8, 16, 32, 64, 128, 256, 512MB, 1GB SDRAM
Hard Drive: Ultra160, Ultra2, Ultra-wide
Floppy Drive: 1.44MB
CD-ROM Drive: 40X/50X
Expansion Cards
SCSI Terminator: Passive terminator for 68-pin SCSI cables
User’s Manuals: CD-ROM, motherboard, hardware guide
Optional components
RAID Controller: PCI-DA2200 or DA-3000 RAID controller
S370 CPU Terminator
Rack-mount Rails: AS-30 rail kit

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1. Introduction
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1. Introduction
Features
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•1-3 Features
TheAP2300 is configuredontheASUS CUR-DLSsmartmotherboardwhich
uses the ServerSetTM chipset from ServerWorks®, supporting dual Pentium
III processors and 133MHz Front Side Bus in order to accelerate even the
most complicated server tasks. The following are highlights to this server’s
many features. For additional features and details, read the motherboard
User’s Manual included with this server package.
Motherboard: ASUS CUR-DLS
•Processor: Dual Intel®Pentium III FC-PGA processors running at
133MHz or 100MHz Front Side Bus.
•Memory: Four 168-pin DIMM sockets for 16MB-4GB PC133 regis-
tered SDRAM with ECC support.
•OnboardSCSI(optional):LSI®Ultra160/Ultra2-WideSCSIcontroller
to support up to 30 SCSI devices on dual channels.
•Onboard LAN: Intel®82559 Fast-Ethernet LAN controller.
•Onboard VGA: ATI®Rage XL VGA controller with 4MB PC100
SDRAM to support one VGA connector and one DFP (Digital Flat
Panel) connector.
•SuperMulti-I/O: Two PCI Bus Master IDE Ports with Ultra DMA/33
support, one floppy, two serial COM ports, one parallel port, one PS/2
keyboard, one PS/2 mouse, one RJ-45 LAN port, two USB ports, and
one IrDA connector.
•Expansion Slots: Six or seven PCI slots (33 or 66MHz, depending on
model), and one ASMC slot for IPMI (Intelligent Platform Manage-
ment Interface) compliant management solution.
Chassis: AS-30
•Chassis: Tower server chassis with rack-mount rail tracks.
•Backplane: Wide-SCSI backplane board with LVDS support, remote
SCSI ID DIP switches and power to support 5 SCSI SCA hard drives.
•Power: ATX 300W redundant power supply with optional standard
400W power supply.
•Device Bays: Support for one 3.5inch floppy device, three 5.25inch
devices, five hot-swappable hard disk drives in removable aluminum
trays.

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1. Introduction
•1-4 Safeguards
Observe the following safety instructions any time you are connecting or
disconnecting any devices.
Operation Safety
•Any operation on this server must be conducted by cer-
tified or experienced engineers.
•Before operating your server, carefully read all the
manuals included with the server package.
•Before using the server, make sure all cables are cor-
rectly connected and the power cables are not dam-
aged. 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 cir-
cuitry.
•Before opening the chassis panels, make sure all power
cables are unplugged.
•Avoid dust, humidity, and temperature extremes. Place
the server on a stable surface.
•If the power supply is broken, do not try to fix it by
yourself. Contact an authorized dealer.
•It is recommanded that you wear gloves when assem-
bling or dissembling the server to protect from cuts and
scrapes.
•When the server is powered on, heat sinks and the sur-
faces of certain IC devices may be hot. Do not touch
them. Check whether the fans arefunctioning properly.
IMPORTANT
1. Introduction
Safeguards
Tools Required
A Phillips (cross) screwdriver and a standard (flat) screwdriver are
needed to install or remove the components in this server.

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1. Introduction
1. Introduction
1. Introduction
Electrical Safety
•1-5 Electrical Safety
IMPORTANT
•Before installing or removing signal cables, ensure that the
power cables for the system unit and all attached devices are
unplugged.
•To preventelectrical shockhazard,disconnect thepowercable
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 those devices are
unplugged before the signal cables are connected. If possible,
disconnect all power cables from the existing system before
you add a device.
•Use one hand, when possible, to connect or disconnect signal
cables to prevent a possible shock from touching two sur-
faces with different electrical potentials.
This product is equipped with a three-wire power cable and plug
for the user’s safety. Use the power cable in conjunction with a
properly grounded electrical outlet to avoid electrical shock.
CAUTION
Motherboards, adapters, and disk drives are sensitive to static
electricity discharge. These devices are wrapped in antistatic
bags to prevent this damage. Take the following precautions:
•If you have an antistatic wrist strap available, use it while
handling the device.
•Do not remove the device from the antistatic bag until you
are ready to install the device in the system unit.
•With the device still in its antistatic bag, touch it to a metal
frame of the system.
•Grasp cards and boards by the edges. Hold drives by the
frame. Avoid touching the solder joints or pins.
•If you need to lay the device down while it is out of the
antistatic bag, lay it on the antistatic bag. Before picking it
up again, touch the antistatic bag and the metal frame of the
system unit at the same time.
•Handle the devices carefully in order to prevent permanent
damage.
IMPORTANT

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2. System Overview
2. Overview
1. Top Panel
2. Power LED
3. ATX Power Button
4. Hard DriveAccess LED
5. Floppy Disk Drive
6. CD-ROM Drive
7. Drive Expansion Bay
8. Side Panel Handle
9. Side Panel Screws
10. Metal Door Lock
11. Hot-Swap Trays
12. Hard Drive Fan Module
13. Chassis Stabilizers
• 2-1 Server Front Side
The front side of the server is provided to show the front exterior compo-
nents of this server. The chassis is made of strong rust-resistant metal and
covered with a protective ivory surfacing.
Server Front Side
Front Side
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2. System Overview
2. Overview
1. Top Panel Screws
2. Power Supply Fan
3. AC Power In Connector
4. Alarm Reset Button
5. PS/2 Keyboard, PS/2 Mouse
6. USB Ports 1 and 2, RJ45 Port (LAN)
7. Serial Port COM1
8. Parallel Port
9. Serial Port COM2
10. VGA Connector
11. Rear Fan Module
12. Chassis Stabilizer
•2-2 Server Back Side
Server Back Side
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2. System Overview
2. Overview Back SideBack Side
II. Components
Server Left Side
1. Power Supply
2. Motherboard
3. Chassis Intrusion Micro Switch
4. Chassis Stabilizer
5. Rear Fans
Left Side
•2-3 Server Left Side
2
5
1
4
3

•3-1 Starting the Server
Turn ON the server by pushing the power button. If the Power On LED
does not light, make sure the power cord is connected to the system unit and
to a working grounded outlet.
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3. Basic Operation
IMPORTANT
The power switch only turns off DC power (power supply
output). To turn offAC power (power supply input), you need
to unplug the electrical cord from the outlet.
•3-2 LEDs
There are two LEDs on the top right-hand corner of the front panel. The
upper one is the power LED and the lower one is the hard drive access LED.
When the system is booted, the power LED is green. When the hard drive is
being accessed, the hard drive access LED is green.
Startup/LEDs
3. Basic Operation
•3-3 BIOS Setup
This server does not come with any pre-installed software. When booting
your server for the first time, make BIOS settings by following the mother-
board User’s Manual.
Power LED
Power Button
Hard Drive
Access LED
LEDs

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4. Hardware Setup
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Panel Screws
The top panel on the chassis is
secured by two screws on the
back of the server. To open the
top panel, remove the screws
with a screw driver.
NOTE:You do not have
to open the top panel before
removing the left panel.
Thesidepanelsare secured by
twolarge thumbscrewsonthe
front of the server, which can
be turned with your fingers.
Removing the
Front Door
Pushdownonthehingespring
to remove the front door.
Opening the Chassis
•4-1 Opening the Chassis
This section gives descriptions of how to install and remove components.
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Opening the
Side Panels
To open the left side panel (see
the left view), remove the side
panel screw and then pull the
handle outward while pulling
the panel forward. To open the
right panel, remove the front
door first.
Pulling the panel forward
Chassis
Circulation
System
The chassis air circulation sys-
tem is comprised of two 3 inch
(8 cm) fans. The fan modules are
held by two screws and four
latches on the inside rear of the
chassis. To take out the fans, re-
move the screws.
Fan Modules
There are four screws used to se-
cure the fan into the individual
frames. To replace the fan, re-
move the screws.
IMPORTANT: Usually,
therotationof the fansends
air toward the manufacturer’s la-
bel on the center of the fan.
Latches
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•4-2 Rear Cooling Fan Control Board
The rear fans are controlled and monitored by a control board. The fan con-
trol board requires power input from the power supply which allows the
individual fans to obtain their power when connected to the control board.
The ASMAsoftware can monitor the fan status from the fan control board.
The fan control board’s cable connections are shown below.
Rear Cooling Fan Control Board Settings
The rear fan control board has DIP switches to allow controlling the control
board status and the number of fans.
DIP Switch SET1 Fan Control Board Setting
ON (momentarily) Reset Control Board
OFF Normal (Default)
SET2 SET3 SET4 Number of Fans
ON ON ON 1
ON ON OFF 2 (Default)
ON OFF ON 3
ON OFF OFF 4
OFF ON ON 5
OFF ON OFF 6
OFF OFF ON 7
OFF OFF OFF 8
Rear Fans
Fan Control
Settings
Fan Power
Connectors
Power Input
Connector
Fan
Reserved
Fan Connectors
Fan Status Signal
Connector
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Motherboard Placement
•4-3 Motherboard Placement
You can remove the extended expansion card guide before installing or re-
moving the motherboard. All screws are necessary to provide the needed
stabilization to support all the motherboard expansion cards used in this
chassis.
Motherboard
Spacers
Place four spacers in the ar-
eas circled on the chassis.
Extended Expansion Card Guide
Motherboard
Screws
Place nine screws in the areas
circled on the motherboard. The
four screws used with the moth-
erboard spacers are longer than
the others. Be careful not to over-
tighten the screws. Doing so may
damage your motherboard.
Chassis Intrusion Connector
Chassis
Intrusion
Connector
The two chassis intrusion
switches are connected to the
motherboard’s chassis intru-
sion connector through a
single connector.