Asus RS162-E4 RX4 User manual

RS162-E4/RX4
1U Rackmount Barebone Server
User Guide

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Contents
Contents................................................................................................ i
Federal Communications Commission Statement..................... v
Canadian Department of Communications Statement.............. v
Electrical Safety....................................................................... vi
Operation Safety...................................................................... vi
About this guide..................................................................................vii
1.Chapter 1: Product Introduction
1.1 System package contents ......................................................... 1-2
1.2 System specications ................................................................ 1-3
1.3 Front panel features .................................................................. 1-5
1.4 Rear panel features.................................................................... 1-5
1.5 Internal features ........................................................................ 1-6
1.6 LED information ......................................................................... 1-7
1.6.1 Front panel LEDs......................................................... 1-7
1.6.2 HDD status LED........................................................... 1-7
1.6.3 Rear panel LEDs .......................................................... 1-8
2.Chapter 2: Hardware setup
2.1 Chassis cover............................................................................. 2-2
2.1.1 Remove the front cover.............................................. 2-2
2.1.2 Removing the rear cover............................................. 2-3
2.1.3 Install the rear cover................................................... 2-4
2.2 Install the CPU and heatsink ...................................................... 2-5
2.2.1 Installing a CPU............................................................ 2-5
2.2.2 Install the CPU heatsink .............................................. 2-7
2.3 System memory......................................................................... 2-8
2.3.1 Overview ..................................................................... 2-8
2.3.2 Memory congurations................................................ 2-8
2.3.3 Installing a DIMM........................................................ 2-10
2.3.4 Removing a DIMM ...................................................... 2-10
2.4 Hot-swap hard disk drives........................................................ 2-11
2.5 Expansion slots ........................................................................ 2-13
2.5.1 Installing expenstion card.......................................... 2-13
2.5.2 Reinstall the riser card .............................................. 2-14
2.5.3 Remove the expansion cards .................................... 2-15
2.5.4 Installing the SAS expansion slot .............................. 2-15

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2.5.5 Install ZCR card (Optional) ........................................ 2-16
2.5.6 Conguring an expansion card .................................. 2-18
2.6 Cable connections.................................................................... 2-20
2.6.1 Serial Port cable ........................................................ 2-21
2.7 SAS/SATA backplane cabling .................................................. 2-22
2.8 Remove components ............................................................... 2-23
2.8.1 System fans .............................................................. 2-23
2.8.2 Device fans ............................................................... 2-25
2.8.3 Device fan with dummy case .................................... 2-25
2.8.4 Redundant PSU and Power backplabe board...............2-27
2.8.5 SAS/SATA2 Backpanel and Bridge Card ................... 2-31
2.8.6 Optical drive.............................................................. 2-34
2.8.7 Motherboard.............................................................. 2-37
3.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
4.Chapter 4: Motherboard information
4.1 Motherboard layout ................................................................... 4-2
4.2 Jumpers ..................................................................................... 4-4
4.3 Connectors ................................................................................ 4-8
5.Chapter 5: BIOS information
5.1 Managing and updating your BIOS ............................................. 5-2
5.1.1 Creating a bootable oppy disk .................................. 5-2
5.1.2 Updating the BIOS using the Phoenix Phlash16 Utility.. 5-3
5.1.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 2 utility..................................... 5-4
5.1.4 ASUS Update utility..................................................... 5-6
5.2 BIOS setup program................................................................... 5-9
5.2.1 BIOS menu screen ..................................................... 5-10
5.2.2 Menu bar ................................................................... 5-10
5.2.3 Legend bar ................................................................ 5-11
5.2.4 Menu items................................................................ 5-11
5.2.5 Sub-menu items ........................................................ 5-11
5.2.6 Conguration elds ................................................... 5-11

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5.2.7 Pop-up window.......................................................... 5-12
5.2.8 General help .............................................................. 5-12
5.3 Main menu................................................................................ 5-13
5.3.1 System Date [Day xx/xx/xxxx]................................. 5-13
5.3.2 System Time [xx:xx:xx]............................................. 5-13
5.3.4 IDE Conguration ...................................................... 5-14
5.3.5 IDE Channel 0 Master/Slave SATA Port 1/2/3/4 ..... 5-16
5.3.6 System Information................................................... 5-17
5.4 Advanced menu ....................................................................... 5-19
5.4.1 Advanced Processor Options .................................... 5-19
5.4.2 Chipset Conguration................................................ 5-21
5.4.3 PCI Conguration....................................................... 5-23
5.4.4 ICH USB Control Sub-Menu........................................ 5-24
5.4.5 Peripheral Devices Conguration............................... 5-25
5.4.6 ACPI Conguration .................................................... 5-26
5.4.7 Power On Conguration ............................................ 5-27
5.4.8 Hardware Monitor...................................................... 5-28
5.5 Server menu............................................................................. 5-31
5.6 Security menu.......................................................................... 5-34
5.7 Boot menu .............................................................................. 5-36
5.7.1 Boot Device Priority .................................................. 5-36
5.7.2 Boot Features ........................................................... 5-37
5.8 Exit menu................................................................................. 5-38
6.Chapter6:RAIDconguration
6.1 Setting up RAID ......................................................................... 6-2
6.1.1 RAID denitions........................................................... 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 conguration utilities.......................................... 6-3
6.2 LSI Logic MPT Setup Utility ....................................................... 6-4
6.2.1 Integrated Mirroring .................................................... 6-4
6.2.2 Integrated Mirroring Enhanced .................................... 6-8
6.2.3 Integrated Striping (IS) volume................................. 6-10
6.2.4 Managing Arrays........................................................ 6-13
6.2.5 Selecting a boot disk ................................................ 6-20

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6.2.6 Global_Properties...................................................... 6-21
7 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/Server 2003 .................................... 7-12
7.2.2 Red Hat/SuSE Linux .................................................. 7-17
7.3 VGA driver installation ............................................................. 7-18
7.3.1 Windows 2000/Server 2003 .................................... 7-18
7.4 Management applications and utilities installation................... 7-21
7.4.1 Running the support CD ............................................ 7-21
7.4.2 Drivers menu ............................................................. 7-21
7.4.3 Management Software menu .................................... 7-22
7.4.4 Utilities menu ............................................................ 7-22
7.4.5 Contact information.................................................. 7-22
8.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 PHLASH16.EXE and memory managers ..................................... A-4
A.4 Specications ............................................................................ A-5

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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 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.
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.
Canadian Department of Communications State-
ment
This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class A limits for radio noise
emissions from digital apparatus set out in the Radio Interference Regula-
tions of the Canadian Department of Communications.
This Class A digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.

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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 x it by yourself. Contact a
qualied service technician or your dealer.
Operation Safety
・ Any mechanical operation on this server must be conducted by certied
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.
CD-ROM Drive Safety Warning
CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT
Heavy System
CAUTION! This server system is heavy. Ask for assistance when
moving or carrying the system.

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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 conguring a server.
Contents
This guide contains the following parts:
1.Chapter 1: Product Introduction
This chapter describes the general features of the server, including
sections on front panel and rear panel specications.
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 describes how to install optional components into the
barebone server.
4.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.Chapter 5: BIOS information
This chapter tells how to change system settings through the BIOS
Setup menus and describes the BIOS parameters.
6.Chapter6:RAIDconguration
This chapter tells how to change system settings through the BIOS Setup
menus. Detailed descriptions of the BIOS parameters are also provided.
7 Chapter 7: Driver installation
This chapter provides instructions for installing the necessary drivers
for different system components.
8.Appendix: Reference information
This appendix includes additional information that you may refer to
when conguring the motherboard.

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References
Refer to the following sources for additional information, and for product
and software updates.
1.ASUSServerWeb-basedManagement(ASWM)userguide
This manual tells how to set up and use the proprietary ASUS server
management utility.
2.ASUS websites
The ASUS websites worldwide provide updated information for all ASUS
hardware and software products. Refer to the ASUS contact information.
Conventions
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 prevent damage to the components when
trying to complete a task.
IMPORTANT: Instructions that you MUST follow to complete a task.
NOTE: Tips and information to aid in completing a task.
Typography
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

This chapter describes the general
features of the chassis kit. It includes
sections on front panel and rear panel
specications.
Chapter 1
Product introduction

Chapter 1: Product Introduciton
1-2
1.1Systempackagecontents
Check your system package for the following items.
Chassis ASUS R12 1U rackmount chassis
Motherboard ASUS DSBF-DR12 motherboard
Components 1 x 700W redundant power supply
1 x Slim optical drive
4 x Hot-swap HDD trays
1 x SAS/SATA2 backplanes (BP4LX-F14-R12)
2 x CPU heatsink
PCI riser card (PCI64-EXP-X8-R12 or PCI64E8-D-R12)
Fornt I/O shield (FPB-AR14)
Redundant power supply riser card (PSB700-R12)
3 x Bridge card (BGB-R12)
2 x Device fans (40mm x 28mm)
5 x System fans (40mm x 56mm)
1 x Airduct
Cables AC power cable
System cables
Pre-connected device/power cables
Accessories Rackmount rail kit
RS162-E4/RX4 user guide
RS162-E4/RX4 support CD (includes ASWM*)
CA Anti-virus software CD
R12 chassis ears (left, right)
Bag of screws
1 x Serial port cable module
* ASUS System Web-based Management
1. Contact your dealer immediately if any of the items is damaged or
missing.
2. The server not include oppy device. Please use external USB oppy
(optional) if needs to install any software or update BIOS.

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1.2 Systemspecications
The ASUS RS162-E4/RX4 is a 1U barebone server system featuring the
ASUS DSBF-DR12 motherboard. The server supports dual Intel LGA771
Xeon processors with EM64T technology, plus other latest technologies
through the chipsets onboard.
Chassis Rackmount 1U (R12)
Motherboard ASUS DSBF-DR12
Chipset North Bridge: Intel® 5000P MCH
South Bridge: Intel® ESB2E
I/O Bridge: Intel® PXH-V
CPU Supports Dual LGA771 sockets Intel® Xeon processors
Supports Dual-Core Xeon Dempsey1066/Woodcrest1333 processor
Supports Intel® Extended Memory 64-bit Technology (EM64T)
Supports Enhanced Intel® SpeedStep Technology (EIST)
Memory 12 x 240-pin Fully Buffer DIMM (FBD) sockets support registered
ECC DDRII-667/533 MHz memory modules
Supports 256MB up to 48GB system memory
LAN 2 x Gigabit LAN (Intel® ESB2E supports)
VGA ATI ES1000(RN50) VGA controller
Supports 32MB display memory
Storage LSI SAS1068 controller supports:
- 8 x SAS drives, supports RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 0+1 and RAID 1E
conguration
- Zero-Channel RAID card (optional)
Expansion slots 1 x full-length 64-bit/133MHz 3V PCI-X slot (on a riser card)
1 x full-length PCI-Express x8 slot (on a riser card)
1 x half-length PCI-Express x8 slot (on a riser card)
1 x PCI-X slot for LSI 8300XLP ZCR Management Board
Front panel 4 x 3.5-inch hot-swappable SAS/SATA-II HDD bays
1 x Slim optical drive
2 x USB 2.0 ports
Power switch
Reset switch
Location switch
LEDs: Power, HDD access, location, message, LAN 1, LAN 2
HDD LEDs: Status, activity
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Refer to "Chapter 4 Motherboard information" for details on the internal
connectors.
Rear panel 1 x PS/2 keyboard port
1 x PS/2 mouse port
1 x Serial port*
1 x VGA port
2 x USB 2.0 ports
2 x RJ-45 ports (with LEDs)
1 x RJ-45 port, only for ASMB3** LAN management card (Optional)
2 x Power connector (one for redundant, both with LEDs)
Management ASUS Server Web-based Management (ASWM)
Hardware
monitors
Voltage, temperature, and fan speed monitoring
Automatic System Restart (ASR) feature
Power supply 700W redundant power supply, 100V~240V, 47Hz~63Hz***
Dimensions 686mm (l) x 444mm (w) x 43.4mm (h)
* This module for user install self (Refer to section 2.6.1).
** Only supports ASUS IPMI2.0 LAN management card.
*** If you need second power supply for redundant, please contact your
dealer immediately to upgrade.

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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 1.6.1 Front panel LEDs for the LED descriptions.
Rack screw Hot-swap HDD bay 1-4
USB ports
Rack screw
System button and LED
Optical drive
1.4 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. Redundant AC power socket
2. Rear fans
3. PS/2 mouse port
4. PS/2 keyboard port
5. USB ports
6. Serial port (for user install self)
7. VGA port
8. LAN port1
9. LAN port2
10.2 x Expansion slots
11.LAN port3(Only supports ASUS
IMPI2.0 LAN management card)
12.Second redundant AC power
socket (Optional)
1
2
3
87
54
6
9
10
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.
Refer to section 1.6.2 Rear panel LEDs for the LED descriptions.
HDD Access, LAN, Message LED
HDD LED
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1.5 Internal features
The barebone server includes the basic components as shown.
1. PCI-X riser card bracket
2. Power supply rear fans
3. ASUS DSBF-DR12 motherboard
4. Redundant power supply
5. Device fans (40mm x 56mm) x 2
6. System fans (40mm x 28mm) x 5
7. PCI-X and PCI-E riser card
8. SAS/SATA-II backplane
9. Hot-swap HDD tray 1(port0)
10.Hot-swap HDD tray 2(Port1)
11.Hot-swap HDD tray 2(Port2)
12.Hot-swap HDD tray 2(Port3)
13.Slim optical drive
2
8
7
4
9
1
3
10
2
11
5
4
6
12
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1.6 LED information
HDD Access LED
LAN2 LED
LAN1 LED
Message LED
Location LED
Power LED
LED Display status Description
Power LED ON System power ON
HDD Access LED OFF
Blinking
No activity
Read/write data into the HDD
HDD Status access ON
OFF
HDD is present
No HDD present
Message LED OFF
ON
System is in normal condition; no incoming event
ASWM detects a system problem;
(Log in to ASWM to identify and resolve)
Location LED OFF
ON
Normal status
Location switch is pressed
(Press the location switch again to turn off)
LAN LEDs OFF
Blinking
ON
No LAN connection
LAN is transmitting or receiving data
LAN connection is present
1.6.1 Front panel LEDs
1.6.2 HDD status LED
HDD status LED 1
HDD status LED2
SCSI HDD LED status Description
LDE1 GREEN
RED
RED/GREEN
ON
ON
Blinking
SAS/SATA-II HDD power ON
SASHDD failure
SAS RAID reset
LDE2 GREEN Blinking Read/write data into the SAS HDD

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1.6.3 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
SPEED LED
ACT/LINK LED

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 Chassis cover
2.1.1 Remove the front cover
2. Remove the six screws (refer to
the figure for the locations) on
the left and right sides of the
front side of the top cover panel.
3. Loosen the two screws that
scure the top cover panel to the
rear panel (refer to the gure for
the locations). Please note that
do not remove the screws when
loosenning them.
4. Pu sh t he ba c k cov er p ane l
backward until it is half inch
away from the front side of the
top cover panel.
1. Push the blue button to the right
side and pull the lever outward
(see the figure) to remove the
hard disk tary.