Asus Pentium III IDE RAID Server AP110 User manual

Pentium®III IDE RAID Server
®
AP110
User’s Manual

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Product Name: AP110
Manual Revision: 1.00 E767
Release Date: June 2001

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Contents
Disclaimer/Copyrights....................................................... 2
ASUS Contact Information ................................................ 6
FCC/CDC Statements ........................................................ 7
Safety Precautions............................................................. 8
Introduction: About This Manual .......................... 9
Audience........................................................................... 10
Contents ........................................................................... 10
Conventions ..................................................................... 11
References........................................................................ 11
System Package Contents .............................................. 12
Chapter 1: System Overview.............................. 13
1.1 System Features ...................................................... 14
1.2 Front Panel Features ............................................... 15
1.3 Rear Panel Features ................................................ 16
1.4 Internal Features ...................................................... 17
Chapter 2: Hardware Setup ................................ 19
2.1 Remove the Front Cover ......................................... 20
Unlock the Front Panel .............................................. 20
Remove the Screws................................................... 20
Remove the Panel ..................................................... 20
2.2 Remove the Chassis Cover .................................... 21
Remove the Screws................................................... 21
Remove the Cover..................................................... 21
2.3 Motherboard Placement .......................................... 22
Placement Direction................................................... 22
Motherboard Screws.................................................. 22
2.4 Install a CPU ............................................................. 23
CPU Socket Location................................................. 23
CPU Orientation......................................................... 23
Unlock the CPU Socket ............................................. 24
Insert the CPU ........................................................... 24
Secure the CPU......................................................... 25
Connect the Fan Cable.............................................. 25

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2.5 Install System Memory............................................ 26
DIMM Sockets Location............................................. 26
Install a DIMM............................................................ 26
2.6 Install a Hard Disk Drive.......................................... 27
HDD Metal Cage........................................................ 27
Remove the HDD Cage ............................................. 27
Install the HDD........................................................... 28
Replace the HDD Cage ............................................. 28
Connect the Cables ................................................... 29
IDE HDD Cabling....................................................... 29
2.7 Replace the Covers ................................................. 30
Re-install the Cover ................................................... 30
Re-install the Panel.................................................... 30
Chapter 3: Powering Up ..................................... 31
3.1 Getting Started ......................................................... 32
Connect a Monitor ..................................................... 32
Connect the Power Cord ........................................... 32
Power On ................................................................... 32
Check Power Status .................................................. 32
Chapter 4: Hardware Options ............................ 33
4.1 IDE RAID Kit ............................................................. 34
IDE RAID Kit Contents............................................... 34
HDD Tray Frame........................................................ 35
Hot-swap HDD Tray................................................... 35
4.2 Install a Hot-swap HDD ........................................... 36
Install HDD Tray Frame ............................................. 36
Remove HDD Tray Cover .......................................... 37
Install an IDE Drive .................................................... 38
4.3 RAID Configuration ................................................. 39
Connect IDE Cables .................................................. 39
Install a RAID Card .................................................... 39
4.4 Removing a Hot-swap HDD Tray ............................ 40
Connect Power Cables .............................................. 40
4.5 CD-ROM Drive .......................................................... 41
Remove the CD-ROM Drive ...................................... 41
Re-install the CD-ROM Drive..................................... 42

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Appendix A: Power Supply ................................. 43
A.1 General Description................................................. 44
A.2 Specifications .......................................................... 45
Input Characteristics .................................................. 45
Output Characteristics ............................................... 45
Over-Voltage Protection (OVP).................................. 45
Appendix B: Troubleshooting............................. 47
B.1 Simple Fixes ............................................................. 48

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FCC/CDC Statements
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.
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
approvedbythepartyresponsible for compliancecould voidthe user’s
authority to operate this equipment.
Canadian Department of Communications Statement
This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for radio noise
emissionsfromdigitalapparatus set outin theRadioInterferenceRegulations
of the Canadian Department of Communications.
This class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.

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Safet y Precautions
Electrical Safety
Operation Safety
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.
CAUTION
IMPORTANT
•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 an authorized dealer.
•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.
IMPORTANT

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Introduction
About This Manual
“About This Manual” introduces the
contents of this document. This part
includes the target audience, chapter
description,andconventionsused. Italso
listsother sources of informationthatare
not contained in this manual.

10 Introduction: About This Manual
Audience
Contents
This manual contains the following parts:
1. Introduction: About This Manual
This part introduces the contents of this document. It includes the
targetaudience,chapterdescription,andconventionsused.Italso
lists other sources of information that are not contained in this
manual.
2. Chapter 1: System Overview
This chapter describes the general features of theAP110 server.
It includes sections on front panel and rear panel specifications.
3. Chapter 2: Hardware Setup
Thischapter liststhe hardware setupprocedures that youhave to
perform when installing system components.
4. Chapter 3: Powering Up
This chapter tells how to get started with the AP110 server after
you have installed the basic components.
5. Chapter 4: Hardware Options
This chapter gives information on how to install the optional IDE
RAIDkit.Youwillalsofind theprocedureforremovingandinstalling
the CD-ROM drive in this chapter.
6. Appendix A: Power Supply Information
This appendix gives information on the 250-watt switching power
supply that comes with the AP110 server.
7. Appendix B: Troubleshooting
Thisappendixlists the common problemsthatyoumay encounter
while using the AP110 server. It lists the possible causes of the
problemsand offerssolutions.You mayrefer to thispartand try to
solve simple problems before calling customer support.
This installation guide is intended for system integrators, and
experienced users with at least basic knowledge of configuring an
entry-level server.

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Conventions
Symbols
To make sure that you perform certain tasks properly, take note of
the following symbols used throughout this manual.
WARNING: Information to prevent injury to yourself when
trying to complete a task.
CAUTION:Information to preventdamagetothecomponents
when 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.
References
Refertothefollowingsourcesforadditionalinformationandforproduct
and software updates.
1. ASUS CUV-2LSV Series Motherboard User’s Manual
This manual contains detailed information about the CUV-2LV
motherboard.
2. ASUS Websites
The ASUS websites worldwide provide updated information on
ASUS hardware and softare products. The ASUS websites are
listed in the ASUS Contact Information on page 6.
3. Optional Documentation
Your product package may include optional documentation such
as a CD-ROM manual, warranty flyers, and others that may have
beenadded by yourdealer. NOTE:Thesedocuments are notpart
of the standard server package.

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System Package Contents
The following checklist enumerates the components included in the
standard system package.
1) ASUS AS-15 Chassis
2) ASUS CUV-2LV Motherboard
3) 250W ATX Power Supply
4) 50X CD-ROM Drive
5) 1.44MB Floppy Disk Drive
6) Support CD with Drivers and Utilities
7) User’s Manuals (for system and motherboard)
8) ASUS System Management Agent (ASMA) Support CD
If any of the above items is missing, contact your dealer.

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This chapter describes the general
features of the AP110 server. It includes
sections on front panel, rear panel, and
internal features of the server.
Chapter 1
System Overview

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1.1 System Features
TheASUSAP110Serverisastylishtowerchassisthataccommodates
the ASUS CUV-2LV motherboard. The server is powered by Intel®
Pentium®III/Celeron™ processor, and supports the latest I/O, audio,
and video technologies through the chipsets embedded on the
motherboard.
Following are highlights of the server’s many features.
•Processor: Support for Intel Pentium III/Celeron processor
running up to over 1GHz
•Memory: ThreeDIMMsockets that supportIntelPC133/PC100-
compliantDIMMs,NEC’sVC133-compliant VirtualChannel(VC)
SDRAM, or Enhanced Memory System’s High-speed DRAMs
(HSDRAMs) up to 3GB
•System Chipset: VIAApolloPro133AcomposedofVT82C694X
NorthBridgethatsupports133/100/66MHzFrontSideBus(FSB),
and133/100/66MHzmemorybus, and VT82C686ASouthBridge
with PCI Super I/O integrated peripheral controller
•LAN Chipset: TwoIntel 82559 Fast EthernetLANcontrollerthat
fully supports 10BASE-T/100BASE-TX
•VGA Chipset: ATI RAGE-XL controller with 4MB video memory
•Storage: Fourexternal bays thatsupporttwooptional 5.25-inch
IDEhot-swapdrives,one50XCD-ROM,and1.44MBfloppydrive;
internal3.5-inchdrivebaysavailablefortwoadditionalIDEdrives
•Expansion: Four PCI expansion slots
•Power Supply: 250-watt ATX power supply with a 115Vac/
230Vac voltage selector switch
•Security: Equipped with security keylocks for chassis and
hot-swap drives

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1.2 Front Panel Features
The AP110 front panel is designed with a door on the upper part
secured by a keylock. When locked, the door provides security to the
hot-swap IDE drives and other internal components because neither
the front panel nor the chassis cover cannot be removed.
When the door is open, you can easily access the hot-swap IDE
drives (if available), floppy disk drive, and CD-ROM drive.
Front Panel DoorChassis Keylock
Power Button
Reset Button
Power LED
IDE HDD LED
Floppy Disk Drive
Hot-Swap IDE Drives (optional)
CD-ROM Drive

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1.3 Rear Panel Features
The AP110 rear panel includes the external I/O ports. The following
pictureshows the cableconnectorsandthe devices thatyouconnect
to the ports.
PS/2 Mouse
AC Power
Parallel
RJ-45
PS/2 KB
Serial
USB
VGA
Voltage Selector
The switching power supply that
came with the server has a voltage
selector switch below the power
socket.Usethisswitchtoselectthe
appropriatevoltageaccordingtothe
voltage supply in your area.
If the voltage supply in your area is
100-127V, set the switch to 115V.
If the voltage supply in your area is
200-240V, set the switch to 230V.
115V/ 230V
Voltage Selector
Setting the switch to 115V in a 230V environment will
seriously damage the server.
CAUTION

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1.4 Internal Features
The standard components inside the AP110 server include the
motherboard, power supply, floppy and CD-ROM drives, and cables.
The picture below shows the standard components and the optional
IDE RAID kit that consists of hot-swap drive tray sets, IDE RAID
card, and IDE cables.
1. Power Supply
2. Floppy Disk Drive
3. Hot-swap Drive Trays (optional)
4. CD-ROM Drive
5. 3.5-inch Internal Device Bays
6. IDE Cables for Hot-swap Drives (optional)
7. IDE RAID Card (optional)
8. CUV-2LV Motherboard
NOTE
The IDE RAID kit is optional and does not come with all
models. If your server includes a RAID kit, it comes already
pre-installed in the chassis.
1
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6
2
3
4
5
7

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19AP110 Server User’s Manual
This chapter describes the hardware
setup procedures that you have to
perform when installing system
components.
Chapter 2
Hardware Setup

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2.1 Remove the Front Cover
Follow these steps to remove the front panel.
Unlock the Front Panel
Insert the system key to the keylock
and turn it 90 degrees counter
clockwise to unlock the front panel
cover.
Remove the Screws
UseaPhillipsscrewdrivertoremove
the two screws that secure the front
panel to the main chassis.
Chassis Keylock
Front Panel Screws
Remove the Panel
1. Close the panel door.
2. Place your hands on the upper
part of the panel and pull it
firmly.