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Product introduction Chapter 1 This chapter describes the general features of the chassis kit. ASUS RS120-E5/PA2 1- It includes sections on front panel and rear panel specifications.
Product introduction Chapter 1 This chapter describes the general features of the chassis kit. ASUS RS120-E5/PA2 1- It includes sections on front panel and rear panel specifications.
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...*1 ) 4 * USB 2.0 ports (Fornt * 2, Rear * 2) 1 * VGA port 1 * PS/2 keyboard port 1 * PS/2 mouse port (continued on the motherboard. Model Name RS120-E5/PA2 Processor 1 * Socket LGA775 Dual-Core Intel® Xeon® processor 3000/ Wolfdale sequence Quad-Core Intel® Xeon® processor 3200 (G-0)/ Yorkfield sequence System Bus... processor in the LGA775 package, and includes the latest technologies through the chipsets embedded on the next page) ASUS RS120-E5/PA2 1- 1.2 System specifications The ASUS RS120-E5/PA2 is a 1U barebone server system featuring the...
...*1 ) 4 * USB 2.0 ports (Fornt * 2, Rear * 2) 1 * VGA port 1 * PS/2 keyboard port 1 * PS/2 mouse port (continued on the motherboard. Model Name RS120-E5/PA2 Processor 1 * Socket LGA775 Dual-Core Intel® Xeon® processor 3000/ Wolfdale sequence Quad-Core Intel® Xeon® processor 3200 (G-0)/ Yorkfield sequence System Bus... processor in the LGA775 package, and includes the latest technologies through the chipsets embedded on the next page) ASUS RS120-E5/PA2 1- 1.2 System specifications The ASUS RS120-E5/PA2 is a 1U barebone server system featuring the...
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Remove the mylar on the motherboard. The middle part includes the I/O shield with easily accessible features. ASUS RS120-E5/PA2 1- The power and reset buttons, LED indicators, location switch, optical drive, and two USB ports are located on the rear panel if motherboard is not ...
Remove the mylar on the motherboard. The middle part includes the I/O shield with easily accessible features. ASUS RS120-E5/PA2 1- The power and reset buttons, LED indicators, location switch, optical drive, and two USB ports are located on the rear panel if motherboard is not ...
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... Status OFF GREEN BLINKING Description No link Linked Data activity SPEED LED Status OFF ORANGE GREEN Description 10 Mbps connection 100 Mbps connection 1 Gbps connection ASUS RS120-E5/PA2 1-
... Status OFF GREEN BLINKING Description No link Linked Data activity SPEED LED Status OFF ORANGE GREEN Description 10 Mbps connection 100 Mbps connection 1 Gbps connection ASUS RS120-E5/PA2 1-
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Hardware setup ASUS RS120-E5/PA2 2- Chapter 2 This chapter lists the hardware setup procedures that you have to perform when installing or removing system components.
Hardware setup ASUS RS120-E5/PA2 2- Chapter 2 This chapter lists the hardware setup procedures that you have to perform when installing or removing system components.
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Pegs inside 3. Tighten the thumbscrews on the chassis. Grooves Thumbscrews ASUS RS120-E5/PA2 2- Make sure that the pegs on the cover (two on each side) are aligned to the grooves on the rear to secure the cover. Slide the cover toward the front until it snaps in place. 4. 2.1.2 Installing the cover 1. Position the cover on top of the chassis with the thumbscrews on the rear, and leave a gap of about half an inch from the front panel. 2.
Pegs inside 3. Tighten the thumbscrews on the chassis. Grooves Thumbscrews ASUS RS120-E5/PA2 2- Make sure that the pegs on the cover (two on each side) are aligned to the grooves on the rear to secure the cover. Slide the cover toward the front until it snaps in place. 4. 2.1.2 Installing the cover 1. Position the cover on top of the chassis with the thumbscrews on the rear, and leave a gap of about half an inch from the front panel. 2.
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... in the direction of the arrow to the left corner of the socket box should fit into the CPU notch. Alignment key Gold triangle mark ASUS RS120-E5/PA2 A 2- Position the CPU over the socket, making sure that the gold triangle is on the bottom-left (B) until it to a 135º angle. 4. Press the...
... in the direction of the arrow to the left corner of the socket box should fit into the CPU notch. Alignment key Gold triangle mark ASUS RS120-E5/PA2 A 2- Position the CPU over the socket, making sure that the gold triangle is on the bottom-left (B) until it to a 135º angle. 4. Press the...
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To install the airduct: 1. ASUS RS120-E5/PA2 2- Carefully lower the airduct until it fits in place. Position the airduct on top of the heatsink. 2.
To install the airduct: 1. ASUS RS120-E5/PA2 2- Carefully lower the airduct until it fits in place. Position the airduct on top of the heatsink. 2.
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.... Align a DIMM on the socket. 3. Simultaneously press the retaining clips outward to unplug the power supply before adding or removing DIMMs or other system components. ASUS RS120-E5/PA2 2 DDR2 DIMM notch 1 2- Unlock a DIMM socket by pressing the retaining clips outward. 2. Firmly insert the DIMM into a socket to avoid damaging the DIMM. • The...
.... Align a DIMM on the socket. 3. Simultaneously press the retaining clips outward to unplug the power supply before adding or removing DIMMs or other system components. ASUS RS120-E5/PA2 2 DDR2 DIMM notch 1 2- Unlock a DIMM socket by pressing the retaining clips outward. 2. Firmly insert the DIMM into a socket to avoid damaging the DIMM. • The...
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... the way to the depth of the tray edge protrudes. The drive tray is correctly placed when its front edge aligns with the bay edge. 7. ASUS RS120-E5/PA2 2-11 SATA interface on the backplane When installed, the SATA connector on the drive connects to the connectors on the backplane. 6. Push the tray lever...
... the way to the depth of the tray edge protrudes. The drive tray is correctly placed when its front edge aligns with the bay edge. 7. ASUS RS120-E5/PA2 2-11 SATA interface on the backplane When installed, the SATA connector on the drive connects to the connectors on the backplane. 6. Push the tray lever...
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Remove the slot metal cover, then set it aside. 4. Install a PCI Express x4 card to remove the screw that secures the slot metal cover. 3. ASUS RS120-E5/PA2 2-13 To install a PCI Express x4 card: 1. PCI Express x4 slot 2. Use a Phillips (cross) screwdriver to the bracket as shown, then secure the card with a screw you removed earlier. Follow steps 1 to 2 of the previous section.
Remove the slot metal cover, then set it aside. 4. Install a PCI Express x4 card to remove the screw that secures the slot metal cover. 3. ASUS RS120-E5/PA2 2-13 To install a PCI Express x4 card: 1. PCI Express x4 slot 2. Use a Phillips (cross) screwdriver to the bracket as shown, then secure the card with a screw you removed earlier. Follow steps 1 to 2 of the previous section.
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... card bracket. 4. Unscrew the original riser card to remove it from the card bracket and set it from the PCI Express slot on the motherboard. 2. ASUS RS120-E5/PA2 2-15 To replace the optional PCIX-E8-R10 riser card for...
... card bracket. 4. Unscrew the original riser card to remove it from the card bracket and set it from the PCI Express slot on the motherboard. 2. ASUS RS120-E5/PA2 2-15 To replace the optional PCIX-E8-R10 riser card for...
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SATA connectors (from motherboard CPU_FAN1-3 to system fans) ASUS RS120-E5/PA2 2-17 System fan connectors (from motherboard to SATA backplane board) 7. Panel connector (from motherboard CHASSIS_FAN3 to device fan) 6. Device fan connector (from motherboard to front I/O ...
SATA connectors (from motherboard CPU_FAN1-3 to system fans) ASUS RS120-E5/PA2 2-17 System fan connectors (from motherboard to SATA backplane board) 7. Panel connector (from motherboard CHASSIS_FAN3 to device fan) 6. Device fan connector (from motherboard to front I/O ...
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2.8 Removable components You may cause CPU overheating and automatic system shutdown. ASUS RS120-E5/PA2 2-19 Device fan 3. Optical drive 5. Motherboard 2.8.1 System fans The system comes with: • three units 28 mm * 40 mm 15500 rpm fans Refer to the ...
2.8 Removable components You may cause CPU overheating and automatic system shutdown. ASUS RS120-E5/PA2 2-19 Device fan 3. Optical drive 5. Motherboard 2.8.1 System fans The system comes with: • three units 28 mm * 40 mm 15500 rpm fans Refer to the ...
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Replace the system fan. Peg ASUS RS120-E5/PA2 2-21 To replace the system fan with the dummy case: 1. Uninstall the fan following the instructions in the previous section. 2. To reinstall the system fan ...
Replace the system fan. Peg ASUS RS120-E5/PA2 2-21 To replace the system fan with the dummy case: 1. Uninstall the fan following the instructions in the previous section. 2. To reinstall the system fan ...
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Slide the power supply forward for about half an inch, then carefully lift it out from the chassis. 4. ASUS RS120-E5/PA2 2-23 Use a Phillips (cross) screwdriver to the motherboard and other system devices. 2. From the rear panel, remove two screws that secure the front end of the power supply. 3. Disconnect all the power cables connected to remove the screws that secure the power supply from the chassis. 2.8.4 Power supply module To uninstall the power supply module: 1.
Slide the power supply forward for about half an inch, then carefully lift it out from the chassis. 4. ASUS RS120-E5/PA2 2-23 Use a Phillips (cross) screwdriver to the motherboard and other system devices. 2. From the rear panel, remove two screws that secure the front end of the power supply. 3. Disconnect all the power cables connected to remove the screws that secure the power supply from the chassis. 2.8.4 Power supply module To uninstall the power supply module: 1.
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ASUS RS120-E5/PA2 2-25 Lift the metal bracket, then set aside. 9. Push the drive inward, then lift it out from the drive holes. 8. Remove the metal rail on the other side of the arrow until its pegs disengage from the chassis. 10. Remove two metal bracket screws and screws on the other side of the drive. 6. Pull the metal bracket to the direction of the drive. Keep the screws for later use. 7.
ASUS RS120-E5/PA2 2-25 Lift the metal bracket, then set aside. 9. Push the drive inward, then lift it out from the drive holes. 8. Remove the metal rail on the other side of the arrow until its pegs disengage from the chassis. 10. Remove two metal bracket screws and screws on the other side of the drive. 6. Pull the metal bracket to the direction of the drive. Keep the screws for later use. 7.
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Firmly hold the motherboard by the sides and insert it into the chassis as shown in the illustration in place. 3. Use a Phillips (cross) screwdriver to the motherboard. ASUS RS120-E5/PA2 2-27 Reconnect all the devices that you have previously removed. See section 2.6 Cable connections for details. 5. Carefully adjust the motherboard until the rear panel ports fit in the previous section. 4. Reinstall all the required cables to secure the motherboard with ten (10) screws in the holes as shown. 2. To reinstall the motherboard: 1.
Firmly hold the motherboard by the sides and insert it into the chassis as shown in the illustration in place. 3. Use a Phillips (cross) screwdriver to the motherboard. ASUS RS120-E5/PA2 2-27 Reconnect all the devices that you have previously removed. See section 2.6 Cable connections for details. 5. Carefully adjust the motherboard until the rear panel ports fit in the previous section. 4. Reinstall all the required cables to secure the motherboard with ten (10) screws in the holes as shown. 2. To reinstall the motherboard: 1.
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Installation options Chapter 3 This chapter describes how to install the optional components and devices into the barebone server. ASUS RS120-E5/PA2 2-
Installation options Chapter 3 This chapter describes how to install the optional components and devices into the barebone server. ASUS RS120-E5/PA2 2-
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... 1U space for the second rail pair. 9. Repeat steps 2 to 7 to secure the front end. 1U space 5. Drive in two screws on the rack front. 3. ASUS RS120-E5/PA2 3- 3.3 Attaching the rails to the rack To attach the rails to secure the rear end. 8. Select one unit of a rack rail pair to the 1U...
... 1U space for the second rail pair. 9. Repeat steps 2 to 7 to secure the front end. 1U space 5. Drive in two screws on the rack front. 3. ASUS RS120-E5/PA2 3- 3.3 Attaching the rails to the rack To attach the rails to secure the rear end. 8. Select one unit of a rack rail pair to the 1U...