Asus TS700-E4 - 0 MB RAM User manual

TS700-E4/RX8 Server
Pedestal/5U Rackmount Server
User's Manual

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First edition V1
January 2007

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Contents
Contents ...................................................................................................... iii
Notices........................................................................................................ vii
Safety information .................................................................................... viii
About this guide ......................................................................................... ix
Chapter 1: Product introduction
1.1 System package contents........................................................... 1-2
1.2 Systemspecications ................................................................. 1-3
1.3 Serial number label...................................................................... 1-4
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............................................................. 1-9
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 information ............................................................ 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............................................. 2-8
2.4 System memory ........................................................................... 2-9
2.4.1 Overview ......................................................................... 2-9
2.4.2 Memory congurations.................................................... 2-9
2.4.3 Memory mirroring and sparing technology.....................2-11
2.4.4 Installing a DIMM .......................................................... 2-15
2.4.5 Removing a DIMM ........................................................ 2-15
2.5 Front panel assembly ................................................................ 2-16
2.5.1 Removing the front panel assembly.............................. 2-16
2.5.2 Reinstalling the front panel assembly ........................... 2-18
2.6 5.25-inch drives.......................................................................... 2-19
2.7 Hard disk drives ......................................................................... 2-22
2.7.1 Installing a hot-swap SATA/SAS HDD .......................... 2-22
2.7.2 Installing an HDD dummy cover ................................... 2-24
2.8 Expansion cards ........................................................................ 2-25
2.8.1 Installing an expansion card ......................................... 2-25
2.8.2 Removing an expansion card ....................................... 2-26

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2.9 Cable connections ..................................................................... 2-27
2.9.1 Motherboard layouts ..................................................... 2-27
2.9.2 SAS backplane connections ......................................... 2-28
2.10 Removable components............................................................ 2-31
2.10.1 Rear fan ........................................................................ 2-31
2.10.2 System fan .................................................................... 2-33
2.10.3 SAS backplane ............................................................. 2-36
2.10.4 MemCool FB-DIMM fan kit............................................ 2-38
2.10.5 Floppy disk drive ........................................................... 2-41
2.10.6 Front I/O board.............................................................. 2-43
2.10.7 Roller wheels ................................................................ 2-45
2.10.8 Power supply unit.......................................................... 2-46
Chapter 3: Motherboard Info
3.1 Motherboard layout...................................................................... 3-2
DSBF-D12/SAS model................................................................... 3-2
Layout contents.............................................................................. 3-3
3.2 Jumpers ........................................................................................ 3-5
3.3 Switch.......................................................................................... 3-10
3.4 Connectors ................................................................................. 3-11
3.4.1 Rear panel connectors...................................................3-11
3.4.2 Internal connectors ....................................................... 3-12
Chapter 4: BIOS setup
4.1 Managing and updating your BIOS ............................................ 4-2
4.1.1 Creating a bootable oppy disk....................................... 4-2
4.1.2 Updating the BIOS using the Phoenix Phlash16 Utility... 4-3
4.1.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 2 utility ...................................... 4-4
4.1.4 ASUS Update utility ........................................................ 4-6
4.2 BIOS setup program .................................................................... 4-9
4.2.1 BIOS menu screen........................................................ 4-10
4.2.2 Menu bar....................................................................... 4-10
4.2.3 Legend bar.....................................................................4-11
4.2.4 Menu items ....................................................................4-11
4.2.5 Sub-menu items.............................................................4-11
4.2.6 Conguration elds ........................................................4-11
4.2.7 Pop-up window ............................................................. 4-12
4.2.8 General help ................................................................. 4-12
4.3 Main menu .................................................................................. 4-13
4.3.1 System Date [Day xx/xx/xxxx]....................................... 4-13

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4.3.2 System Time [xx:xx:xx] ................................................. 4-13
4.3.3 Floppy A [1.44M, 3½in.] ................................................ 4-13
4.3.4 IDE Conguration.......................................................... 4-14
4.3.5 IDE Channel 0 Master/Slave......................................... 4-16
4.3.6 SATA Port 1/2/3/4.......................................................... 4-17
4.3.7 System Information ....................................................... 4-19
4.4 Advanced menu ......................................................................... 4-21
4.4.1 Advanced Processor Options ....................................... 4-21
4.4.2 Chipset Conguration ................................................... 4-24
4.4.3 PCI Conguration.......................................................... 4-27
4.4.4 ICH USB Control Sub-Menu ......................................... 4-29
4.4.5 Peripheral Devices Conguration ................................. 4-30
4.4.6 ACPI Conguration ....................................................... 4-32
4.4.7 Power On Conguration................................................ 4-33
4.4.8 Hardware Monitor ......................................................... 4-34
4.5 Server menu ............................................................................... 4-37
5.5.1 Console Redirection...................................................... 4-37
4.5.2 DMI Event Logging ....................................................... 4-39
4.6 Security menu ............................................................................ 4-40
4.7 Boot menu .................................................................................. 4-42
4.7.1 Boot Device Priority ...................................................... 4-42
4.7.2 Boot Features ............................................................... 4-43
4.8 Exit menu.................................................................................... 4-44
Chapter 5: RAIDconguration
5.1 Setting up RAID............................................................................ 5-2
5.1.1 RAID denitions .............................................................. 5-2
5.1.2 Installing hard disk drives................................................ 5-3
5.1.3 Setting the RAID item in BIOS ........................................ 5-3
5.1.4 RAID conguration utilities.............................................. 5-3
5.2 LSI Logic MPT Setup Utility ........................................................ 5-4
5.2.1 Integrated Mirroring......................................................... 5-4
5.2.2 Integrated Mirroring Enhanced ....................................... 5-8
5.2.3 Integrated Striping (IS) volume ..................................... 5-10
5.2.4 Managing Arrays ........................................................... 5-13
5.2.5 Viewing SAS topology................................................... 5-18
5.2.6 Global Properties .......................................................... 5-20
Chapter 6: Driver installation
6.1 RAID driver installation ............................................................... 6-2

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6.1.1 Creating a RAID driver disk ............................................ 6-2
6.1.2 Installing the RAID controller driver ................................ 6-3
6.2 Intel®chipset software installation........................................... 6-12
6.3 LAN driver installation............................................................... 6-15
6.3.1 Windows 2000/Server 2003.......................................... 6-15
6.3.2 Red Hat/SuSE Linux ..................................................... 6-20
6.4 VGA driver installation............................................................... 6-21
6.4.1 Windows® 2000/Server 2003 ........................................ 6-21
6.5 Management applications and utilities installation ................ 6-24
6.5.1 Running the support CD ............................................... 6-24
6.5.2 Drivers menu................................................................. 6-24
6.5.3 Management Software menu........................................ 6-25
6.5.4 Utilities menu ................................................................ 6-25
6.5.5 Contact information....................................................... 6-25

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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.
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 modications to this unit not expressly approved by the party responsible for
compliance could void the user’s authority to operate this equipment.

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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.
Heavy System
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 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

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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 barebone server, including
sections on the 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: 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.
4. Chapter 4: BIOS setup
This chapter tells how to change the system settings through the BIOS Setup
menus. Detailed descriptions of the BIOS parameters are also provided.
5. Chapter5: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.
6. Chapter 6: Driver installation
This chapter provides instructions for installing the necessary drivers for
different system components.

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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.
Reference
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.

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

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1.1 System package contents
Check your system package for the following items.
Chassis ASUS T70 5U rackmount chassis
Motherboard ASUS DSBF-D12/SAS motherboard
Components 1 x 730W redundant power supply module
1 x power supply bay cover
1 x optical drive
1 x Floppy disk drive
Chassis fan
1 x 12 cm rear fan
2 x 8025 system fan
2x 8038 CPU fan
2 x MemCool FB-DIMM fan kit
8 x Hot-swap HDD trays (including HDD screws)
2 x SAS/SATA backplane board (BP4LX-T30)
1 x Front panel board (FPB-AS25/2U)
2 x 5¼" Dummy Covers
Cables AC power cable
System cables
1 x USB cable
2 x SAS cables
SMBus cable
Accessories 2 x System keys
TS700-E4/RX8 user guide
TS700-E4/RX8 support CD (includes ASWM*)
ASWM 2.0 user guide
CA eTrust Anti-virus CD
4 x Chassis roller wheel sets
One bag of screws
Optional items Rackmount rail kit
ASUS certied heatsink
*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specications
The ASUS TS700-E4/RX8/RX8 is a 5U barebone server system featuring the
ASUS DSBF-D12/SAS motherboard. The server supports dual Intel LGA771 Xeon
processors with EM64T technology, plus other latest technologies through the
chipsets onboard.
Chassis Rackmount 5U
Motherboard ASUS DSBF-D12/SAS
Chipset MCH : Intel®5000P
ICH : Intel® 6321ESB
CPU Dual LGA771 sockets for Intel® Xeon™ Dual Core /
Quad Core processors 5000/5100/5300 Series
Supports Intel® Extended Memory 64Technology (EM64T)
Supports Intel® Hyper-Threading Technology (5000 series
supports H.T.; 5100/5300 series DOES NOT support H.T.)
Front Side Bus 1333/1066/667 MHz
Memory Quadri-channel memory architecture
12 x 240-pin FB-DIMM sockets support registered ECC
fully buffered DDR2-533/DDR2-667 memory modules
with Advanced Memory Buffer (AMB chip)
Supports 512 MB up to 48 GB system memory
LAN Intel® 82563 Gigabit Network Connection (Dual-port)
- Supports Intel® I/O Acceleration Technology (IOAT)
Discrete graphics ATI®ES1000 PCI display controller
- Supports 32 MB display memory
Expansion slots 1 x PCI Express™ x16 slot (x8 link)
2 x PCI Express™ x8 slots (x8 link)
1 x PCI-X 100/66 MHz slot
1 x PCI-X 100/66 MHz slot for optional Zero Channel RAID
(ZCR) card (colored green)
1 x DDR2 SO-DIMM socket for ASUS®server management
card 3 series
Storage LSI1068 PCI-X SAS controller supports:
- 2 x Serial Attached SCSI (SAS) channels
(each channel supports 4 HDDs) with RAID 0, RAID 1,
and RAID 1E conguration
- Zero-Channel RAID (optional)
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Front panel 8 x 3.5-inch hot-swappable HDD bays
1 x optical drive
1 x 1.44MB oppy drive
2 x USB 2.0 ports
Power switch
Reset switch
Power, HDD access, message LED
HDD LEDs: Status, activity
Rear panel 1 x PS/2 keyboard port (purple)
1 x PS/2 mouse port (green)
2 x USB 2.0 ports
1 x Serial port
1 x VGA port
2 x LAN (RJ-45) ports
Management ASUS Server Web-based Management (ASWM)
Hardware monitors Voltage, temperature, and fan speed monitoring
Automatic System Restart (ASR) feature
Power supply 1 + 1 730W redundant power supply, 115V~230V,
50Hz~60Hz
Dimensions 431mm (H) x 216mm (W) x 701mm (L)
*Specications are subject to change without notice.
1.3 Serial number label
Before requesting support from the ASUS Technical Support team, you must take
note of the product’s serial number containing 10 characters such as xxxxxxx-xxx.
See the gure below.
With the correct serial number of the product, ASUS Technical Support team
members can then offer a quicker and satisfying solution to your problems.
xxxxxxx-xxx
TS700-E4/RX8/

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1.4 Front panel features
The barebone server displays a simple yet stylish front panel with easily accessible
features. The power and reset buttons, LED indicators, optical drive, and two USB
ports are located on the front panel.
The drive bays, power and reset buttons,
LED indicators, CD/DVD-ROM drive, oppy
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.
Optical drive
Empty 5.25-inch bays
Power button
Reset button
Message LED
HDD access LED
Power LED
Floppy disk drive
USB 2.0 ports
HDD bays
Security lock

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1.5 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.
Power connector
12 cm system fan
Gigabit LAN ports
VGA port
Serial port
USB 2.0 ports
PS/2 keyboard port
Power supply module
Expansion slots
PS/2 mouse port
Power supply module (optional)

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1.6 Internal features
The barebone server includes the basic components as shown.
1. Power supply unit
2. Chassis fan
3. ASUS DSBF-D12/SAS Motherboard
4. Chassis intrusion switch
5. Expansion card locks
6. Optical drive
7. 2 x 5.25-inch drive bays
8. Hot-swap HDD cages
9. SAS backplane
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1.7 LED information
HDD Access LED (green)
Message LED (red)
Power LED (BLUE)
1.7.1 Front panel LEDs
Drive Status LED (green/red)
Drive Activity LED (green)
The Power, HDD Access, and Message LEDs are visible even if the system
front bezel is closed.
LED Icon Display status Description
Power LED ON System power ON
HDD Access LED OFF
Blinking
No activity
Read/write data into the HDD
Message LED OFF
Blinking
System is normal; no incoming event
ASWM indicates a HW monitor event
Drive status LED
Green
Red
Green/Red blinking
Bridge board connected to backplane
Installed HDD is in good condition
HDD failure
HDD rebuilding using the RAID card
Drive activity LED Blinking Read/write data into the HDD

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1.7.2 Rear panel LEDs
SPEED LED
ACT/LINK LED
SPEED LED
ACT/LINK LED
ACT/LINK LED SPEED LED
Status Description Status Description
OFF No link OFF 10 Mbps connection
GREEN Linked ORANGE 100 Mbps connection
BLINKING Data activity GREEN 1 Gbps connection

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