Asus TS100E8PI4 User manual

Pedestal Server
TS100-E8-PI4
User Guide

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First Edition
April 2013

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Contents
Contents...................................................................................................................... iii
Notices ...................................................................................................................... vii
Safety information.................................................................................................... viii
Australia statement notice...............................................................................ix
About this guide.......................................................................................................... x
Chapter 1: Product introduction
1.1 System package contents......................................................................... 1-2
1.2 Serial number label.................................................................................... 1-2
1.3 Systemspecications ............................................................................... 1-3
1.4 Front panel features................................................................................... 1-5
1.5 Rear panel features.................................................................................... 1-6
1.6 Internal features ......................................................................................... 1-7
1.7 LED information ......................................................................................... 1-8
1.7.1 Front panel LEDs ........................................................................1-8
1.7.2 Rear panel LEDs......................................................................... 1-8
Chapter 2: Hardware setup
2.1 Chassis cover............................................................................................. 2-2
2.1.1 Removing the side cover............................................................. 2-2
2.1.2 Reinstalling the side cover .......................................................... 2-3
2.2 Central Processing Unit (CPU) ................................................................. 2-4
2.2.1 Installing the CPU ....................................................................... 2-4
2.2.2 Installing the CPU heatsink and fan............................................ 2-7
2.2.3 Uninstalling the CPU heatsink and fan........................................ 2-8
2.3 System memory ......................................................................................... 2-9
2.3.1 Overview ..................................................................................... 2-9
2.3.2 Memory Configurations ............................................................... 2-9
2.3.3 Installing a DIMM ...................................................................... 2-10
2.3.4 Removing a DIMM .................................................................... 2-10
2.4 Front panel cover..................................................................................... 2-11
2.4.1 Removing the front panel cover ................................................ 2-11
2.4.2 Reinstalling the front panel cover.............................................. 2-11
2.5 5.25-inch drives ........................................................................................ 2-12
2.6 Hard disk drives ....................................................................................... 2-14

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2.7 Expansion cards ...................................................................................... 2-15
2.7.1 Installing an expansion card...................................................... 2-15
2.7.2 Configuring an expansion card ................................................. 2-17
2.8 System fan ................................................................................................ 2-18
2.9 Cable connections ................................................................................... 2-19
Chapter 3: Motherboard Info
3.1 Motherboard layout.................................................................................... 3-2
3.2 Jumpers ...................................................................................................... 3-4
3.3 Internal connectors.................................................................................... 3-7
4.1 Managing and updating your BIOS .......................................................... 4-2
4.1.1 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility................................................... 4-2
4.1.2 ASUS EzFlash Utility................................................................... 4-4
4.1.3 BUPDATER utility........................................................................ 4-5
4.2 BIOS setup program .................................................................................. 4-7
4.2.1 BIOS menu screen...................................................................... 4-8
4.2.2 Menu bar ..................................................................................... 4-8
4.2.3 Menu items.................................................................................. 4-9
4.2.4 Submenu items ........................................................................... 4-9
4.2.5 Navigation keys........................................................................... 4-9
4.2.6 General help................................................................................ 4-9
4.2.7 Configuration fields ..................................................................... 4-9
4.2.8 Pop-up window............................................................................ 4-9
4.2.9 Scroll bar ..................................................................................... 4-9
4.3 Main menu ................................................................................................4-10
4.3.1 System Date ............................................................................. 4-10
4.3.2 System Time ............................................................................. 4-10
4.4 Advanced menu ....................................................................................... 4-11
4.4.1 CPU Configuration .................................................................... 4-12
4.4.2 PCH-IO Configuration ............................................................... 4-15
4.4.3 SATA Configuration ................................................................... 4-16
4.4.4 System Agent (SA) Configuration ............................................. 4-17
4.4.5 PCI Subsystem Settings ........................................................... 4-19
4.4.6 USB Configuration .................................................................... 4-21
4.4.7 TPM........................................................................................... 4-22
4.4.8 ACPI Settings............................................................................ 4-22
4.4.9 WHEA Support .......................................................................... 4-23
4.4.10 NCT6779D Super IO Configuration .......................................... 4-23

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4.4.11 Intel Server Platform Services................................................... 4-24
4.4.12 Onboard LAN Configuration...................................................... 4-25
4.4.13 MIO Card Configuration ............................................................ 4-25
4.4.14 Serial Port Console Redirection................................................ 4-26
4.4.15 Runtime Error Logging Support ................................................ 4-29
4.4.16 APM .......................................................................................... 4-29
4.4.17 Network Stack ........................................................................... 4-30
4.4.18 Intel RC Drivers Version Detail.................................................. 4-30
4.5 Event Logs menu ..................................................................................... 4-31
4.6 Boot menu ................................................................................................4-32
4.7 Monitor menu ........................................................................................... 4-35
4.8 Security..................................................................................................... 4-36
4.9 Tool menu ................................................................................................. 4-39
4.10 Exit menu..................................................................................................4-39
Chapter5: RAIDconguration
5.1 Setting up RAID.......................................................................................... 5-2
5.1.1 RAID definitions .......................................................................... 5-2
5.1.2 Installing hard disk drives............................................................ 5-3
5.1.3 Setting the RAID mode in BIOS.................................................. 5-3
5.1.4 RAID configuration utilities.......................................................... 5-3
5.2 Intel®Rapid Storage Technology enterprise SATA Option ROM Utility 5-4
5.2.1 Creating a RAID set .................................................................... 5-5
5.2.2 Deleting a RAID set..................................................................... 5-7
5.2.3 Resetting disks to Non-RAID ...................................................... 5-8
5.2.4 Exiting the Intel®Rapid Storage Technology enterprise
SATA Option ROM utility ............................................................. 5-9
5.2.5 Rebuilding the RAID.................................................................... 5-9
5.2.6 Setting the Boot array in the BIOS Setup Utility........................ 5-11
5.3 Intel®Rapid Storage Technology enterprise (Windows) ...................... 5-12
5.3.1 Creating a RAID set .................................................................. 5-13
5.3.2 Changing a Volume Type .......................................................... 5-15
5.3.3 Deleting a volume ..................................................................... 5-16
5.3.4 Preferences............................................................................... 5-17

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Chapter 6: Driver installation
6.1 RAID driver installation ............................................................................. 6-2
6.1.1 Creating a RAID driver disk......................................................... 6-2
6.1.2 Installing the RAID controller driver............................................. 6-4
6.2 Management applications and utilities installation ................................ 6-6
6.3 Running the Support DVD ........................................................................ 6-6
6.4 Installing the LAN driver.......................................................................... 6-14
6.5 Installing the VGA driver ......................................................................... 6-19
6.6 Installing the Intel®C22x MEI NULL HECI driver................................... 6-22
6.7 Installing the Intel®I210 Gigabit Adapter driver .................................... 6-24
ASUS contact information...................................................................................... A-1

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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 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.
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Canadian Department of Communications Statement
This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for radio noise emissions from
digital apparatus set out in the Radio Interference Regulations of the Canadian Department of
Communications.
This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
WARNING! The use of shielded cables for connection of the monitor to the graphics card
is required to assure compliance with FCC regulations. Changes or modifications to this
unit not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s
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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, contact a
qualified service technician or your dealer. 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 service.
If the power supply is broken, do not try to fix it by yourself. Contact a qualified service
technician or your dealer.
Operation Safety
Servicing of this product or units is to be performed by trained service personnel only.
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.
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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
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DO NOT throw the motherboard in municipal waste. This product has been designed to
enable proper reuse of parts and recycling. This symbol of the crossed out wheeled bin
indicates that the product (electrical and electronic equipment) should not be placed in
municipal waste. Check local regulations for disposal of electronic products.
DO NOT throw the mercury-containing button cell battery in municipal waste. This symbol
of the crossed out wheeled bin indicates that the battery should not be placed in municipal
waste.
REACH
Complying with the REACH (Registration, Evaluation, Authorization, and Restriction of
Chemicals) regulatory framework, we published the chemical substances in our products at
ASUS website at http://csr.asus.com/english/REACH.htm.
ASUS Recycling/Takeback Services
ASUS recycling and takeback programs come from our commitment to the highest standards
for protecting our environment. We believe in providing solutions for you to be able to
responsibly recycle our products, batteries, other components as well as the packaging
materials. Please go to http://csr.asus.com/english/Takeback.htm for detailed recycling
information in different regions.
Australia statement notice
From 1 January 2012 updated warranties apply to all ASUS products, consistent with
the Australian Consumer Law. For the latest product warranty details please visit http://
support.asus.com. Our goods come with guarantees that cannot be excluded under the
Australian Consumer Law. You are entitled to a replacement or refund for a major failure and
compensation for any other reasonably foreseeable loss or damage. You are also entitled
to have the goods repaired or replaced if the goods fail to be of acceptable quality and the
failure does not amount to a major failure.
If you require assistance please call ASUS Customer Service 1300 2787 88 or visit us at
http://support.asus.com

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About this guide
Audience
This user guide is intended for system integrators, and experienced users with at least basic
knowledge of configuring a server.
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 specifications.
2. Chapter 2: Hardware setup
This chapter lists the hardware setup procedures that you have to perform when
installing or removing system components.
3. Chapter 3: Motherboard information
This chapter includes the motherboard layout and brief descriptions of the jumpers and
internal connectors.
4. Chapter 4: BIOS information
This chapter tells how to change system settings through the BIOS Setup menus and
describes the BIOS parameters.
5. Chapter5:RAIDconguration
This chapter provides instructions for setting up, creating and configuring RAID sets
using the available utilities.
6 Chapter 6: Driver installation
This chapter provides instructions for installing the necessary drivers for different
system components.