Asus RS260-E3 RS8 User manual

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Xeon™ 2U Rackmount ServerXeon™ 2U Rackmount Server
Xeon™ 2U Rackmount ServerXeon™ 2U Rackmount Server
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800 MHz Front Side Bus800 MHz Front Side Bus
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Service 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
1.2 System specifications .......................................................... 1-4
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 Rear fan LEDs ......................................................... 1-8
1.6.3 System fan LED ...................................................... 1-8
1.6.4 Power supply LED ................................................... 1-9
1.6.5 LAN port LEDs ........................................................ 1-9
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 bezel ....................................... 2-2
2.1.2 Removing the top cover ......................................... 2-3
2.1.3 Installing the top cover .......................................... 2-5
2.1.4 Removing the air duct ............................................ 2-6
2.1.5 Installing the air duct .............................................. 2-6
2.2 Central Processing Unit (CPU) .............................................. 2-8
2.2.1 Removing the CPU heatsink .................................... 2-8
2.2.2 Installing a CPU ....................................................... 2-9
2.2.3 Installing the CPU heatsink ................................... 2-12
2.3 System memory ................................................................. 2-13
2.3.1 Memory configurations ......................................... 2-13
2.3.2 Installing a DIMM ................................................... 2-15
2.3.3 Removing a DIMM ................................................. 2-15
2.4 Hard disk drives .................................................................. 2-16
2.5 Expansion cards .................................................................. 2-18
2.5.1 Installing a low-profile expansion card .................. 2-19
2.5.2 Installing a full-length expansion card .................. 2-19
2.5.3 ZCR socket ........................................................... 2-23
2.5.4 Mini-PCI Socket ..................................................... 2-23

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2.5.5 Configuring an expansion card.............................. 2-24
2.6 Cable connections .............................................................. 2-25
2.6.1 Motherboard ......................................................... 2-26
2.6.2 SCSI backplanes .................................................... 2-27
2.6.3 SCSI HDD configurations ....................................... 2-28
2.6.4 SCSI ID assignments ............................................. 2-31
2.6.5 SCSI jumper settings ............................................ 2-31
2.6.6 SMBus and backplane power cabling .................... 2-32
2.6.7 Fan boards ............................................................ 2-33
2.7 Removable components ..................................................... 2-35
2.7.1 Hot-swap mid-fans (80mm) ................................. 2-35
2.7.2 Rear fans (60mm) ................................................ 2-36
2.7.3 Power supply modules .......................................... 2-36
2.7.4 Slim optical and floppy drives ............................... 2-37
2.7.5 Front panel LED and switch board ........................ 2-38
2.7.6 SCSI backplanes .................................................... 2-38
Chapter 3:Chapter 3:
Chapter 3:Chapter 3:
Chapter 3: Installation optionsInstallation options
Installation optionsInstallation options
Installation options
3.1 Rackmount rail kit items ....................................................... 3-2
3.2 Attaching the rails to the server .......................................... 3-3
3.3 Attaching the rack rails ........................................................ 3-4
3.4 Rackmounting the server ..................................................... 3-6
Chapter 4:Chapter 4:
Chapter 4:Chapter 4:
Chapter 4: Motherboard infoMotherboard info
Motherboard infoMotherboard info
Motherboard info
4.1 Motherboard layout .............................................................. 4-2
4.2 Screw holes .......................................................................... 4-2
4.3 Support kits for the motherboard ........................................ 4-4
4.4 Jumpers ................................................................................ 4-6
4.5 Connectors ......................................................................... 4-11
Chapter 5:Chapter 5:
Chapter 5:Chapter 5:
Chapter 5: BIOS informationBIOS information
BIOS informationBIOS information
BIOS information
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

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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
5.3.4 IDE Configuration .................................................. 5-15
5.3.5 Primary/Secondary IDE Master/Slave,
Third, and Fourth IDE/SATA ................................. 5-16
5.3.6 System Information .............................................. 5-17
5.4 Advanced menu .................................................................. 5-19
5.4.1 CPU Configuration ................................................. 5-19
5.4.2 Chipset Configuration ........................................... 5-21
5.4.3 Onboard Devices Configuration ............................ 5-23
5.4.4 PCI/PnP Configuration .......................................... 5-27
5.4.5 Power Configuration ............................................. 5-28
5.4.6 Hardware Monitor ................................................. 5-31
5.5 Server menu ....................................................................... 5-33
5.6 Security .............................................................................. 5-35
5.7 Boot menu .......................................................................... 5-38
5.7.1 Boot Device Priority .............................................. 5-38
5.7.2 Boot Settings Configuration ................................. 5-39
5.8 Exit menu ........................................................................... 5-41
Chapter 6: RAID configurationChapter 6: RAID configuration
Chapter 6: RAID configurationChapter 6: RAID configuration
Chapter 6: 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 RAID configuration utilities ..................................... 6-3
6.2 Adaptec SCSISelect(TM) Utility ! .......................................... 6-4
6.2.1 Configuring the SCSI controller .............................. 6-5
6.2.2 Enabling the Host RAID Controller .......................... 6-5
6.2.3 Creating a RAID 0 set(Stripe) ................................. 6-6
6.2.4 Creating a RAID 1 set(Mirror) ............................... 6-10

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6.2.5 Creating a RAID 10 set(Stripe+Mirror) ................. 6-13
6.2.6 Adding a spare drive to a RAID 10 set ................. 6-17
6.2.7 Deleting a RAID 10 set spare drive ...................... 6-18
6.2.8 Deleting a RAID set ............................................... 6-20
6.2.9 Rebuilding a RAID set ........................................... 6-21
6.2.10 Verifying a RAID set hard disk drive ..................... 6-22
6.2.11 Making a RAID set bootable .................................. 6-22
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 ........................ 7-4
7.2 LAN driver installation ........................................................ 7-11
7.2.1 Windows
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2000/2003 Server .............................. 7-11
7.2.2 Red Hat
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Enterprise ver. 3.0 ................................ 7-13
7.3 VGA driver installation ........................................................ 7-15
7.3.1 Windows
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2000 Server ........................................ 7-15
7.3.2 Windows
®
2003 Server ........................................ 7-16
7.3.3 Red Hat
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Enterprise ver. 3.0 ................................ 7-16
7.4 Management applications and utilities installation ............. 7-17
7.4.1 Running the support CD ....................................... 7-17
7.4.2 Drivers menu ........................................................ 7-17
7.4.3 Management Software menu ................................ 7-18
7.4.4 Utilities menu ........................................................ 7-18
7.4.5 Contact information ............................................. 7-18
Appendix: ReferencesAppendix: References
Appendix: ReferencesAppendix: References
Appendix: References
A.1 Power supply ........................................................................ A-2
A.1.1 General description ................................................. A-2
A.1.2 Specifications ......................................................... A-3
A.2 OS Support List .................................................................... A-4
A.3 Qualified Vendors List (QVL) ............................................... A-4
A.4 Troubleshooting ................................................................... A-7
A.5 PVL/2U/SCSI block diagram ................................................. A-9

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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 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 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 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.This class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
This class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.This class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
This class B 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.
Heavy SystemHeavy System
Heavy SystemHeavy System
Heavy System
CAUTION!CAUTION!
CAUTION!CAUTION!
CAUTION! This server system is heavy. Ask for assistance when
moving or carrying the system.
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
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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 barebone server,
including sections on the 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 prepare the barebone server for rack
mounting.
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 the system settings through the
BIOS Setup menus. Detailed descriptions of the BIOS parameters are
also provided.
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: ReferencesAppendix: References
Appendix: ReferencesAppendix: References
Appendix: References
This appendix includes additional information that you may refer to
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ReferenceReference
ReferenceReference
Reference
Visit the ASUS websites worldwide that provide updated information for all
ASUS hardware and software products. Refer to the ASUS contact information
for details.
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.
ConventionsConventions
ConventionsConventions
Conventions
To make sure that you perform certain tasks properly, take note of the
following symbols used throughout this manual.

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This chapter describes the general
features of the barebone server,
including sections on the front panel
and rear panel specifications.
Chapter 1
Product introduction

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1.1 System package contents
Check your system package for the following items.
ChassisChassis
ChassisChassis
Chassis ASUS AR21 2U rackmount chassis
MotherboardMotherboard
MotherboardMotherboard
Motherboard ASUS PVL-D/2U/SCSI motherboard
ComponentsComponents
ComponentsComponents
Components 700W redundant power supply, 115V~230V
Slim optical drive|
Slim floppy disk drive
Chassis fan
HDD fan
Hot-swap SCSI HDD trays
SCSI backplanes
Front bezel
CPU heatsink (2 pcs.)
CablesCables
CablesCables
Cables RJ-45 extension connector
AC power cable
System cables
AccessoriesAccessories
AccessoriesAccessories
Accessories Rackmount rail kit
RS260-E3 user guide
RS260-E3 support CD (includes ASWM*)
CA eTrust Anti-virus CD
AR21 chassis ears (left, right)
Thermal grease strip
Bag of screws
*ASUS System Web-based Management
If any of the above items is damaged or missing, contact your retailer.

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1.2 System specifications
The ASUS RS260-E3 is a 2U barebone server system featuring the ASUS PVL-
D/2U/SCSI motherboard. The server supports dual Intel
®
Xeon™ processors
with EM64T technology, plus other latest technologies through the chipsets
onboard.
ChassisChassis
ChassisChassis
Chassis
MotherboardMotherboard
MotherboardMotherboard
Motherboard
ChipsetChipset
ChipsetChipset
Chipset
CPUCPU
CPUCPU
CPU
Front side BusFront side Bus
Front side BusFront side Bus
Front side Bus
MemoryMemory
MemoryMemory
Memory
LANLAN
LANLAN
LAN
VGAVGA
VGAVGA
VGA
SCSISCSI
SCSISCSI
SCSI
ExpansionExpansion
ExpansionExpansion
Expansion
slotsslots
slotsslots
slots
StorageStorage
StorageStorage
Storage
Rackmount 2U (AR21)
ASUS PVL-D/2U/SCSI
North Bridge: Intel
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E7520 Memory Controller Hub (MCH)
South Bridge: Intel
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ICH5R
I/O Bridge: Intel
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PXH
Dual 604-pin sockets Intel
®
Xeon™ processor (Dual core
Xeon Paxville is support)
- Supports Extended Memory 64-bit Technology (EM64T)
- Supports Enhanced Intel SpeedStep Technology (EIST)
- Supports Intel Hyper-Threading Technology
800MHz
Dual-Channel memory arctitecture
8 x 240-pin DDRII DIMM sockets support registered ECC
DDRII-400 memory modules
Supports 256MB up to 16GB system memory
2 x Broadcom
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BCM5721 PCI Express Gigabit LAN
controllers comply with PCI Express 1.0a specifications
ATI RAGE-XL PCI-based VGA controller
Supports 8MB display memory
Adaptec
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AIC-7902W Ultra320 Dual-channel SCSI controller
supports:
- 2 x SCSI channels with Host RAID 0, RAID 1, and RAID
0+1 configuration
- Zero-Channel RAID (optional)
3 x full-length 64-bit/133MHz 3V PCI-X slots on a riser card
1 x low profile/half-length 64bit/133MHz 3V PCI-X slot
1 x Zero Channel RAID (ZCR) socket for Adaptec AIC-
2015S board
1 x mini-PCI socket for ASUS Server Management Board
8 x 3.5-inch hot-swappable HDD bays
1 x slim optical drive
1 x slim 1.44MB floppy drive
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Front panelFront panel
Front panelFront panel
Front panel
Rear panelRear panel
Rear panelRear panel
Rear panel
ManagementManagement
ManagementManagement
Management
HardwareHardware
HardwareHardware
Hardware
monitorsmonitors
monitorsmonitors
monitors
Power supplyPower supply
Power supplyPower supply
Power supply
DimensionsDimensions
DimensionsDimensions
Dimensions
2 x USB 2.0 ports
Power switch
Reset switch
Location switch
Power, HDD access, location, message, LAN 1/2 LED
HDD LEDs: Status, activity
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 Location switch
1 x Location LED
2 x Rear fans status LED
1 x external SCSI port (alternative)
ASUS Server Web-based Management (ASWM)
Voltage, temperature, and fan speed monitoring
Automatic System Restart (ASR) feature
700W redundant power supply, 115V~230V, 50Hz~60Hz
732.5mm (l) x 448mm (w) x 87.7mm (h)
Refer to “Chapter 4 Motherboard information” for details on the internal
connectors.

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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, slim optical and floppy drives, and two USB ports are located on the
front panel.
1.4 Rear panel features
The rear panel includes the expansion slots, LAN, VGA, and I/O ports, fans,
and the system power sockets.
When disconnecting LAN cables, you need to remove the rear fan cage.
Refer to section “2.7 Removable components” for instructions on removing
the fan cage.
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
VGA portVGA port
VGA portVGA port
VGA port
Gigabit LAN2 portGigabit LAN2 port
Gigabit LAN2 portGigabit LAN2 port
Gigabit LAN2 port
Serial portSerial port
Serial portSerial port
Serial port
ACpowersockets
ACpowersockets
ACpowersockets
ACpowersockets
ACpowersockets
Locationswitch
Locationswitch
Locationswitch
Locationswitch
Locationswitch
LocationLED
LocationLED
LocationLED
LocationLED
LocationLED
Expansion slotsExpansion slots
Expansion slotsExpansion slots
Expansion slots
USB2.0ports
USB2.0ports
USB2.0ports
USB2.0ports
USB2.0ports
External SCSI
External SCSI
External SCSI
External SCSI
External SCSI
port(alternative)
port(alternative)
port(alternative)
port(alternative)
port(alternative)
Rear fansRear fans
Rear fansRear fans
Rear fans
Redundant powerRedundant power
Redundant powerRedundant power
Redundant power
supply modulessupply modules
supply modulessupply modules
supply modules
Hot-swappable HDD baysHot-swappable HDD bays
Hot-swappable HDD baysHot-swappable HDD bays
Hot-swappable HDD bays
Slim optical driveSlim optical drive
Slim optical driveSlim optical drive
Slim optical drive
Reset buttonReset button
Reset buttonReset button
Reset button
USB 2.0 portsUSB 2.0 ports
USB 2.0 portsUSB 2.0 ports
USB 2.0 ports
Power buttonPower button
Power buttonPower button
Power button
Location switchLocation switch
Location switchLocation switch
Location switch
Slim floppy driveSlim floppy drive
Slim floppy driveSlim floppy drive
Slim floppy drive
Front panel LEDsFront panel LEDs
Front panel LEDsFront panel LEDs
Front panel LEDs
Rear fansRear fans
Rear fansRear fans
Rear fans
status LEDsstatus LEDs
status LEDsstatus LEDs
status LEDs
Gigabit LAN1 portGigabit LAN1 port
Gigabit LAN1 portGigabit LAN1 port
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1.5 Internal features
The barebone system includes the basic components as shown.
1. 2 x rear fans
2. 64-bit PCI-X slots
(underneath the PCI-X card
cage)
3. 64-bit PCI-X slots
4. 8 x DDR DIMM sockets
5. Power supply cage
6. CPU2 socket with heatsink
7. CPU1 socket with heatsink
8. 7 x system fans
9. SCSI backplane 1
10. SCSI backplane 2
11. SCSI backplane 3
12. 3 x HDD bays
13. Top: Slim optical drive
Mid: Slim floppy drive
Bottom: 2 x HDD bays
14. 3 x HDD bays
The air duct lies on top of the motherboard components. Remove the air
duct to access the components. Refer to section “2.1.4 Removing and
installing the air duct” for instructions.
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22
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PCI-X card cagePCI-X card cage
PCI-X card cagePCI-X card cage
PCI-X card cage

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1.6 LED information
1.6.11.6.1
1.6.11.6.1
1.6.1 Front panel LEDsFront panel LEDs
Front panel LEDsFront panel LEDs
Front panel LEDs
The location switch and LED are for service purposes. When the system
fails or is shut down, the server administrator can press either the front or
the rear location switch to identify the location of the specific 2U system
in a rack cabinet.
LEDLED
LEDLED
LED IconIcon
IconIcon
Icon Display statusDisplay status
Display statusDisplay status
Display status DescriptionDescription
DescriptionDescription
Description
Power LED ON System power ON
Storage Access LED OFF No activity
Blinking Read/write data into the HDD
Message LED OFF System is normal; no incoming event
ON ASWM indicates a HW monitor event
Location LED OFF Normal status
ON Location switch is pressed
(Press the location switch again to turn off)
LAN1 LED OFF No LAN connection
Blinking LAN is transmitting or receiving data
ON LAN connection is present
LAN2 LED OFF No Gbit LAN connection
Blinking LAN is transmitting or receiving data
ON LAN connection is present
Power LEDPower LED
Power LEDPower LED
Power LED
Location LEDLocation LED
Location LEDLocation LED
Location LED
Message LEDMessage LED
Message LEDMessage LED
Message LED
Storage Access LEDStorage Access LED
Storage Access LEDStorage Access LED
Storage Access LED
LAN1 LEDLAN1 LED
LAN1 LEDLAN1 LED
LAN1 LED
LAN2 LEDLAN2 LED
LAN2 LEDLAN2 LED
LAN2 LED

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1.6.21.6.2
1.6.21.6.2
1.6.2 Rear fan LEDsRear fan LEDs
Rear fan LEDsRear fan LEDs
Rear fan LEDs
LEDLED
LEDLED
LED ColorColor
ColorColor
Color DescriptionDescription
DescriptionDescription
Description
LED1 Green Rear Fan 1 is in normal operation
Orange Rear Fan 1 is faulty
LED2 Green Rear Fan 2 is in normal operation
Orange Rear Fan 2 is faulty
1.6.31.6.3
1.6.31.6.3
1.6.3 System fan LEDSystem fan LED
System fan LEDSystem fan LED
System fan LED
Each system fan has an LED to indicate the fan status.
LEDLED
LEDLED
LED ColorColor
ColorColor
Color DescriptionDescription
DescriptionDescription
Description
LED Green Fan is in normal operation
Orange Fan is faulty
LEDLED
LEDLED
LED
LED1 forLED1 for
LED1 forLED1 for
LED1 for
Rear Fan 1Rear Fan 1
Rear Fan 1Rear Fan 1
Rear Fan 1
LED2 forLED2 for
LED2 forLED2 for
LED2 for
Rear Fan 2Rear Fan 2
Rear Fan 2Rear Fan 2
Rear Fan 2
This function only works under OS and the system has installed ASWM
Software.
This function only works under OS and the system has installed ASWM
Software.

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1.6.41.6.4
1.6.41.6.4
1.6.4 Power supply LEDPower supply LED
Power supply LEDPower supply LED
Power supply LED
Each system fan has an LED to indicate the fan status.
LEDLED
LEDLED
LED ColorColor
ColorColor
Color Display statusDisplay status
Display statusDisplay status
Display status DescriptionDescription
DescriptionDescription
Description
LED Green Blinking Power off and in standby mode
Green On The power supply module is in normal operation
Orange On One of the two power modules is disconnected
from the power outlet or is defective
Off Off Both power supply modules are disconnected
from the power outlet or are defective
LEDLED
LEDLED
LED
1.6.51.6.5
1.6.51.6.5
1.6.5 LAN port LEDsLAN port LEDs
LAN port LEDsLAN port LEDs
LAN port LEDs
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

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