Asus TS300-E3 PS4 User manual

IntelIntel
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Pedestal/5U RackmountPedestal/5U Rackmount
Pedestal/5U RackmountPedestal/5U Rackmount
Pedestal/5U Rackmount ServerServer
ServerServer
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1066/800 MHz Front Side Bus
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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 .......................................................... 1-4
1.3 Front panel features ............................................................. 1-5
1.4 Rear panel features .............................................................. 1-6
1.5 Internal features ................................................................... 1-7
1.6 LED information .................................................................... 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 side cover ........................................ 2-2
2.1.2 Reinstalling the side cover ...................................... 2-3
2.2 Motherboard overview .......................................................... 2-4
2.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU) .............................................. 2-5
2.3.1 Installing the CPU.................................................... 2-5
2.3.2 Installing the CPU heatsink and airduct assembly .. 2-8
2.4 System memory ................................................................. 2-10
2.4.1 Overview ............................................................... 2-10
2.4.2 Memory configurations ......................................... 2-10
2.4.3 Installing a DIMM ................................................... 2-11
2.4.4 Removing a DIMM ................................................. 2-11
2.5 Front panel assembly ......................................................... 2-12
2.5.1 Removing the front panel assembly ..................... 2-12
2.5.2 Reinstalling the front panel assembly ................... 2-14
2.6 5.25-inch drives ................................................................. 2-15
2.7 Hard disk drives .................................................................. 2-18
2.7.1 Installing a hot-swap SATA/SCSI HDD .................. 2-18
2.7.2 Installing an HDD dummy cover ............................ 2-20
2.8 Expansion cards .................................................................. 2-21
2.8.1 Installing an expansion card .................................. 2-21
2.8.2 Removing an expansion card ................................ 2-22

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2.9 Cable connections .............................................................. 2-23
2.9.1 Motherboard connections ..................................... 2-23
2.9.2 SATA backplane connections ............................... 2-24
2.9.3 SCSI backplane connections ................................. 2-27
2.10 Removable components ..................................................... 2-30
2.10.1 Chassis fan ........................................................... 2-30
2.10.2 HDD blower ........................................................... 2-32
2.10.3 SATA/SCSI backplane ........................................... 2-35
2.10.4 Floppy disk drive ................................................... 2-37
2.10.5 Front I/O board .................................................... 2-39
2.10.6 Chassis footpads and roller wheels ...................... 2-41
2.10.7 Power supply unit ................................................. 2-43
Chapter 3:Chapter 3:
Chapter 3:Chapter 3:
Chapter 3: Installation optionInstallation option
Installation optionInstallation option
Installation option
Preparing the system for rack mounting ......................................... 3-2
Chapter 4:Chapter 4:
Chapter 4:Chapter 4:
Chapter 4: Motherboard infoMotherboard info
Motherboard infoMotherboard info
Motherboard info
4.1 Motherboard layouts ............................................................ 4-2
4.2 Jumpers ................................................................................ 4-5
4.3 Internal connectors ............................................................ 4-10
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
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

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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/Third IDE Master/Slave ......... 5-16
5.3.6 System Information .............................................. 5-18
5.4 Advanced menu .................................................................. 5-19
5.4.1 MPS Configuration ................................................ 5-19
5.4.2 Remote Access Configuration .............................. 5-20
5.4.3 CPU Configuration ................................................. 5-21
5.4.4 Chipset Configuration ........................................... 5-23
5.4.5 Onboard Devices Configuration ............................ 5-27
5.4.6 PCI/PnP Configuration .......................................... 5-28
5.5 Power menu ........................................................................ 5-29
5.5.1 APM Configuration ................................................ 5-29
5.5.2 Hardware Monitor ................................................. 5-32
5.6 Boot menu .......................................................................... 5-34
5.6.1 Boot Device Priority .............................................. 5-34
5.6.2 Boot Settings Configuration ................................. 5-35
5.6.3 Security ................................................................ 5-36
5.7 Exit menu ........................................................................... 5-39
Chapter 6:Chapter 6:
Chapter 6:Chapter 6:
Chapter 6: RAID ConfigurationRAID Configuration
RAID ConfigurationRAID Configuration
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 Setting the RAID item in BIOS ................................ 6-3
6.1.4 RAID configuration utilities ..................................... 6-4
6.2 LSI Logic Embedded SATA RAID Setup Utility ...................... 6-5
6.2.1 Creating a RAID 0 or RAID 1 set ............................. 6-6
6.2.2 Creating a RAID 10 set ......................................... 6-11
6.2.3 Adding or viewing a RAID configuration ............... 6-15
6.2.4 Initializing the logical drives .................................. 6-18
6.2.5 Rebuilding failed drives ......................................... 6-23
6.2.6 Checking the drives for data consistency ............ 6-25

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6.2.7 Deleting a RAID configuration ............................... 6-28
6.2.8 Selecting the boot drive from a RAID set ............. 6-29
6.2.9 Enabling the WriteCache ...................................... 6-30
6.3 Global Array Manager ......................................................... 6-30
6.4 LSI Logic Configuration Utility
(for PS4 model only) ......... 6-31
6.4.1 Boot Adapter List ................................................. 6-32
6.4.2 Global Properties .................................................. 6-33
6.4.3 Adapter Properties ............................................... 6-35
6.4.4 Creating a RAID 1 (Mirror) set .............................. 6-42
6.4.5 Creating a RAID 0 (Stripe) set .............................. 6-44
6.4.6 Running the Diagnostic Mode ............................... 6-44
6.4.7 Managing arrays ................................................... 6-46
Chapter 7:Chapter 7:
Chapter 7:Chapter 7:
Chapter 7: Driver installationDriver installation
Driver installationDriver installation
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
®
2000/2003 Server .............................. 7-12
7.2.2 Red Hat
®
Enterprise ver. 3.0 ................................ 7-13
7.3 VGA driver installation ........................................................ 7-14
7.3.1 Windows
®
2000 Server ........................................ 7-14
7.3.2 Windows
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2003 Server ........................................ 7-15
7.3.3 Red Hat
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Enterprise ver. 3.0 ................................ 7-15
7.4 Management applications and utilities installation ............. 7-16
7.4.1 Running the support CD ....................................... 7-16
7.4.2 Drivers menu ........................................................ 7-16
7.4.3 Management Software menu ................................ 7-17
7.4.4 Utilities menu ........................................................ 7-17
7.4.5 Contact information ............................................. 7-17
Appendix:Appendix:
Appendix:Appendix:
Appendix: Reference informationReference information
Reference informationReference information
Reference information
A.1 450 W single power supply .................................................. A-2
A.1.1 General description ................................................. A-2
A.1.2 Specifications ......................................................... A-3
A.2 Simple fixes .......................................................................... A-4

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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.
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
operate this equipment.
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.

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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.
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
CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT
Heavy SystemHeavy System
Heavy SystemHeavy System
Heavy System
CAUTION!CAUTION!
CAUTION!CAUTION!
CAUTION! This server system is heavy. Ask for assistance when
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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 server, including
sections on 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 install optional components into the
barebone server.
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 system settings through the BIOS
Setup menus and describes the BIOS parameters.
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 provides information on how toconfigure your hard disk
drives as RAID sets.
7.7.
7.7.
7. Chapter 7: Driver installationChapter 7: Driver installation
Chapter 7: Driver installationChapter 7: Driver installation
Chapter 7: Driver installation
This chapter provides information on how to create a RAID set and
how to install the drivers for system components. This chapter also
describes the software applications that the barebone server
supports.
8.8.
8.8.
8. Appendix: Reference informationAppendix: Reference information
Appendix: Reference informationAppendix: Reference information
Appendix: Reference information
This section provides information about the power supply unit and a
troubleshooting guide for solving common problems when using the
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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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ASUS TS300-E3ASUS TS300-E3
ASUS TS300-E3ASUS TS300-E3
ASUS TS300-E3
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 ASUS TS300-E3 package with the items on the following table.
The package contents vary for the following configurations:
•
PA4PA4
PA4PA4
P A 4 (four hot-swap Serial ATA hard disk drives)
•
PS4PS4
PS4PS4
P S 4 (four hot-swap SCSI hard disk drives)
*ASUS System Web-based Management
ConfigurationsConfigurations
ConfigurationsConfigurations
Configurations
Item DescriptionItem Description
Item DescriptionItem Description
Item Description PA4PA4
PA4PA4
PA4 PS4PS4
PS4PS4
PS4
ASUS TS300-E3 5U rackmount chassis with:
• ASUS P5MT motherboard
• ASUS P5MT/SCSI motherboard
• 450 W single power supply
• SATA backplane board
• SCSI backplane board
• Floppy disk drive
• 9 cm Blower
• 12 cm Chassis fan
• Hot-swap HDD trays (including HDD screws) 4 4
• Chassis roller wheels 4 4
• Front I/O board
• Dummy covers
Cables
• AC power cable
• SATA signal cables
• SCSI signal cables
• SMBus cable
System screws and cables
System keys ( 2 pcs.)
Bundled CDs
• TS300-E3 support CD with ASWM*
• Computer Associates
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eTrust
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anti-virus CD
Documentation
• ASUS TS300-E3 user guide
• ASUS ASWM 2.0 user guide
Optional items
• 52x IDE CD-ROM or 16X DVD-ROM drive
• ASUS TS300-E3 rackmount rail kit

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1.2 System specifications
The ASUS TS300-E3 is a barebone server system featuring the ASUS P5MT
Series motherboard. The server supports an Intel
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Pentium
®
4/Pentium
®
D
processor in the 775-land package, and includes the latest technologies
through the chipsets embedded on the motherboard.
ChassisChassis
ChassisChassis
Chassis
MotherboardMotherboard
MotherboardMotherboard
Motherboard
ChipsetChipset
ChipsetChipset
Chipset
ProcessorProcessor
ProcessorProcessor
Processor
Front Side BusFront Side Bus
Front Side BusFront Side Bus
Front Side Bus
MemoryMemory
MemoryMemory
Memory
LANLAN
LANLAN
LAN
StorageStorage
StorageStorage
Storage
Pedestal or rackmount 5U with removable front door bezel
and chassis foot stand or roller-wheels.
ASUS P5MT (PA4 model)
ASUS P5MT/SCSI (PS4 model)
ATX compatible form factor: 12 in x 9.6 in
Northbridge: Intel
®
E7230 Memory Controller Hub (MCH)
Southbridge: Intel
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ICH7R
I/O Bridge: Intel
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6702 PXH
Intel
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Pentium
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4/Intel
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Pentium
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D processor in the
775-land package with Extended Memory 64-bit
Technology (EM64T)
Supports Dual Core technology
1066/800/533 MHz
Dual-channel memory architecture
4 x 240-pin DIMM sockets support ECC/non-ECC
unbuffered 667/533 MHz DDR2 memory modules
Supports 256 MB up to 8 GB of system memory
Dual Broadcom
®
BCM5721 Gigabit LAN controllers
- PCI Express 1.0a specifications compliant
For PA4 model only
Intel
®
ICH7R Southbridge supports:
- 4 x Serial ATA 3 Gb/s hard disk drives
- RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 0+1, and RAID 5 (with limited OS
support) configuration
- Intel
®
Matrix Storage Technology
- LSI Logic Embedded SATA RAID controller (RAID 0,
RAID 1, RAID 10)
For PS4 model only
LSI1020A PCI-X SCSI controller supports:
- 1 x Ultra 320 SCSI channel with RAID 0, RAID 1, and
RAID1E configuration
- Zero-Channel RAID (optional)
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1.2 System specifications
* Only PS4 model supports Zero Channel RAID (ZCR).
** If you install a PCI Express VGA card, the link speed downgrades to
x1 due to chipset limitation. This limitation applies only to VGA
cards.
ExpansionExpansion
ExpansionExpansion
Expansion
slotsslots
slotsslots
slots
Drive baysDrive bays
Drive baysDrive bays
Drive bays
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
1 x PCI 33 MHz/32-bit/5V (PCI 2.3)
1 x PCI-X 100 MHz/64-bit slot (PCI-X 1.0)
1 x PCI-X 100 MHz/64-bit slot (supports ZCR, PCI-X 1.0)*
(colored green on PS4 model)
1 x PCI Express™ x16 slot (x8 Link)**
1 x Mini-PCI socket for the ASUS Server Management Board
1 x 3.25-inch FDD bay
3 x 5.25-inch drive bays
2 x USB 2.0 ports
1 x Serial port
1 x Parallel port
1 x PS/2 keyboard port
1 x PS/2 mouse port
2 x LAN (RJ-45) ports
2 x USB 2.0 ports
1 x VGA port
ASUS Server Web-based Management (ASWM) 2.0
ASUS Server Monitoring Agent (ASMA)
Voltage, temperature, CPU and memory utilization, storage
capacity, and fan speed monitoring
Automatic Server Restart (ASR) feature
450 W single power supply
(with 24-pin and 4-pin power plugs)

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1.3 Front panel features
The TS300-E3 chassis displays a stylish front bezel with lock. The bezel
covers the system components on the front panel and serves as security.
Open the bezel to access the front panel components.
The drive bays, power and reset
buttons, LED indicators, CD-ROM
drive, floppy drive, and USB 2.0
ports are located on the front panel.
For future installation of 5.25-inch
devices, two drive bays are
available.
CC
CC
CD-ROM driveD-ROM drive
D-ROM driveD-ROM drive
D-ROM drive
Empty 5.25-inch baysEmpty 5.25-inch bays
Empty 5.25-inch baysEmpty 5.25-inch bays
Empty 5.25-inch bays
Power buttonPower button
Power buttonPower button
Power button
Reset buttonReset button
Reset buttonReset button
Reset button
Message LEDMessage LED
Message LEDMessage LED
Message LED
HDD access LEDHDD access LED
HDD access LEDHDD access LED
HDD access LED
Power LEDPower LED
Power LEDPower LED
Power LED
Floppy disk driveFloppy disk drive
Floppy disk driveFloppy disk drive
Floppy disk drive
Security lockSecurity lock
Security lockSecurity lock
Security lock
Drive baysDrive bays
Drive baysDrive bays
Drive bays
USB 2.0 portsUSB 2.0 ports
USB 2.0 portsUSB 2.0 ports
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1.4 Rear panel features
The rear panel includes a slot for the motherboard rear I/O ports,
expansion slots, a chassis lock and intrusion switch, a vent for the system
fan, and power supply module.
12 cm system fan12 cm system fan
12 cm system fan12 cm system fan
12 cm system fan
Chassis intrusionChassis intrusion
Chassis intrusionChassis intrusion
Chassis intrusion
switchswitch
switchswitch
switch
Expansion slotsExpansion slots
Expansion slotsExpansion slots
Expansion slots
Gigabit LAN portsGigabit LAN ports
Gigabit LAN portsGigabit LAN ports
Gigabit LAN ports
Power supply modulePower supply module
Power supply modulePower supply module
Power supply module
PS/2 mouse portPS/2 mouse port
PS/2 mouse portPS/2 mouse port
PS/2 mouse port
PS/2 keyboard portPS/2 keyboard port
PS/2 keyboard portPS/2 keyboard port
PS/2 keyboard port
USB 2.0 portsUSB 2.0 ports
USB 2.0 portsUSB 2.0 ports
USB 2.0 ports
Serial portSerial port
Serial portSerial port
Serial port
VGA portVGA port
VGA portVGA port
VGA port
Parallel portParallel port
Parallel portParallel port
Parallel port
PowerPower
PowerPower
Power
connectorconnector
connectorconnector
connector

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1.5 Internal features
The barebone server system includes the basic components as shown. The
photo below shows the TS300-E3 with the hard disk drive blower installed.
The HDD blower circulates cool air within the system.
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1. Power supply unit
2. Chassis fan
3. ASUS P5MT motherboard
4. Chassis intrusion switch
5. Expansion card locks
6. Optical drive
7. 2 x 5.25-inch drive bays
8. HDD blower (HDD drive cage inside)
9. Front I/0 board
10. SATA backplane
PA4 (4 hot-swap SATA configuration)PA4 (4 hot-swap SATA configuration)
PA4 (4 hot-swap SATA configuration)PA4 (4 hot-swap SATA configuration)
PA4 (4 hot-swap SATA configuration)
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1. Power supply unit
2. Chassis fan
3. ASUS P5MT/SCSI motherboard
4. Chassis intrusion switch
5. Expansion card locks
6. Optical drive
7. 2 x 5.25-inch drive bays
8. HDD blower (HDD drive cage inside)
9. Front I/0 board
10. SCSI backplane
PS4 (4 hot-swap SCSI configuration)PS4 (4 hot-swap SCSI configuration)
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1.6 LED information
The barebone system comes with five LED indicators. Refer to the following
table for the LED status description.
System and HDD LEDSystem and HDD LED
System and HDD LEDSystem and HDD LED
System and HDD LED
*SCSI Access Fault-Tolerant Enclosure (on PS4 model only)
!
Power LED (blue)Power LED (blue)
Power LED (blue)Power LED (blue)
Power LED (blue)
HDD Access LED (green)HDD Access LED (green)
HDD Access LED (green)HDD Access LED (green)
HDD Access LED (green)
Message LED (red)Message LED (red)
Message LED (red)Message LED (red)
Message LED (red)
Drive Status LED (green/red)Drive Status LED (green/red)
Drive Status LED (green/red)Drive Status LED (green/red)
Drive Status LED (green/red)
Drive Activity LED (green)Drive Activity LED (green)
Drive Activity LED (green)Drive Activity LED (green)
Drive Activity LED (green)
LEDLED
LEDLED
LED IconIcon
IconIcon
Icon Display statusDisplay status
Display statusDisplay status
Display status DescriptionDescription
DescriptionDescription
Description
SystemSystem
SystemSystem
System
Power LED ON System power ON
Blinking System is in suspend mode
HDD Access LED OFF No activity
Blinking Read/write data into the HDD
Message LED OFF System is normal; no incoming event
Blinking ASMS indicates a HW monitor event
Hard disk drivesHard disk drives
Hard disk drivesHard disk drives
Hard disk drives
Drive Status LED Green Bridge board connected to backplane
Installed HDD is in good condition
Red HDD failure
Green/Red - Blinking HDD rebuilding using the RAID card
SAF-TE* function
Drive Activity LED Blinking Read/write data into the HDD
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The Power, HDD Access, and Message LEDs are visible even if the
system front bezel is closed.

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