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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) HDD Bays I = internal. 2 * Hot-swap SATA2 HDDs Bays A or S will be hot- Length)+1 * PCI-X 64-bit/133MHz slot (Full- 1.2 System specifications The ASUS RS120-E5/PA2 is a 1U barebone server system featuring the ASUS P5BV-R motherboard. Height / Half-Length) (Option) Additional Slot 1 1* SO-DIMM socket for optional ASMB3-iKVM*1 ) 4 * USB 2.0 ports (Fornt * 2, Rear * 2) 1 * VGA port.../Wolfdale Series and Xeon 3200 (G-0)/Yorkfield Series processor in the LGA775 package, and includes the latest technologies through the chipsets embedded on the next page) ASUS RS120-E5/PA2 1-
... 1) HDD Bays I = internal. 2 * Hot-swap SATA2 HDDs Bays A or S will be hot- Length)+1 * PCI-X 64-bit/133MHz slot (Full- 1.2 System specifications The ASUS RS120-E5/PA2 is a 1U barebone server system featuring the ASUS P5BV-R motherboard. Height / Half-Length) (Option) Additional Slot 1 1* SO-DIMM socket for optional ASMB3-iKVM*1 ) 4 * USB 2.0 ports (Fornt * 2, Rear * 2) 1 * VGA port.../Wolfdale Series and Xeon 3200 (G-0)/Yorkfield Series processor in the LGA775 package, and includes the latest technologies through the chipsets embedded on the next page) ASUS RS120-E5/PA2 1-
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... slots, system power socket, and rear fans. Refer to section 1.6.1 Rear panel LEDs for the LED descriptions. • The LAN port for the LED descriptions. ASUS RS120-E5/PA2 1- The middle part includes the I/O shield with easily accessible features. Remove the mylar on the front panel. 1.3 Front panel features The barebone server displays a simple...
... slots, system power socket, and rear fans. Refer to section 1.6.1 Rear panel LEDs for the LED descriptions. • The LAN port for the LED descriptions. ASUS RS120-E5/PA2 1- The middle part includes the I/O shield with easily accessible features. Remove the mylar on the front panel. 1.3 Front panel features The barebone server displays a simple...
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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. Slide the cover toward the front until it snaps in place. 4. Position the cover on top of about half an inch from the front panel. 2. Make sure that the pegs on the cover (two on each side) are aligned to secure the cover. Tighten the thumbscrews on the rear to the grooves on the rear, and leave a gap of the chassis with the thumbscrews on the chassis. 2.1.2 Installing the cover 1. Grooves Thumbscrews ASUS RS120-E5/PA2 2-
Pegs inside 3. Slide the cover toward the front until it snaps in place. 4. Position the cover on top of about half an inch from the front panel. 2. Make sure that the pegs on the cover (two on each side) are aligned to secure the cover. Tighten the thumbscrews on the rear to the grooves on the rear, and leave a gap of the chassis with the thumbscrews on the chassis. 2.1.2 Installing the cover 1. Grooves Thumbscrews ASUS RS120-E5/PA2 2-
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...; angle. 4. Press the load lever with your thumb (A), then move it is on the bottom-left (B) until it to remove (B). Alignment key Gold triangle mark ASUS RS120-E5/PA2 A 2- Load plate 5. Lift the load lever in the direction of the arrow to the socket pins, do not remove the PnP cap unless you . The...
...; angle. 4. Press the load lever with your thumb (A), then move it is on the bottom-left (B) until it to remove (B). Alignment key Gold triangle mark ASUS RS120-E5/PA2 A 2- Load plate 5. Lift the load lever in the direction of the arrow to the socket pins, do not remove the PnP cap unless you . The...
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Position the airduct on top of the heatsink. 2. Carefully lower the airduct until it fits in place. To install the airduct: 1. ASUS RS120-E5/PA2 2-
Position the airduct on top of the heatsink. 2. Carefully lower the airduct until it fits in place. To install the airduct: 1. ASUS RS120-E5/PA2 2-
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... outward. 2. DO NOT force a DIMM into the socket until the retaining clips snap back in only one direction. Support the DIMM lightly with extra force. 1 2. ASUS RS120-E5/PA2 2 DDR2 DIMM notch 1 2- To install a DIMM: 1. Simultaneously press the retaining clips outward to remove a DIMM. 1. The DIMM might get damaged when it fits in place...
... outward. 2. DO NOT force a DIMM into the socket until the retaining clips snap back in only one direction. Support the DIMM lightly with extra force. 1 2. ASUS RS120-E5/PA2 2 DDR2 DIMM notch 1 2- To install a DIMM: 1. Simultaneously press the retaining clips outward to remove a DIMM. 1. The DIMM might get damaged when it fits in place...
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... insert the drive tray and push it clicks, and secures the drive tray in place. Connect the bundled SATA cables to install a second SATA drive. 8. ASUS RS120-E5/PA2 2-11 Push the tray lever until just a small fraction of the tray edge protrudes. Repeat steps 1 to 6 if you wish to the connectors on the...
... insert the drive tray and push it clicks, and secures the drive tray in place. Connect the bundled SATA cables to install a second SATA drive. 8. ASUS RS120-E5/PA2 2-11 Push the tray lever until just a small fraction of the tray edge protrudes. Repeat steps 1 to 6 if you wish to the connectors on the...
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ASUS RS120-E5/PA2 2-13 Remove the slot metal cover, then set it aside. 4. Follow steps 1 to the bracket as shown, then secure the card with a screw you removed earlier. PCI Express x4 slot 2. Install a PCI Express x4 card to 2 of the previous section. Use a Phillips (cross) screwdriver to remove the screw that secures the slot metal cover. 3. To install a PCI Express x4 card: 1.
ASUS RS120-E5/PA2 2-13 Remove the slot metal cover, then set it aside. 4. Follow steps 1 to the bracket as shown, then secure the card with a screw you removed earlier. PCI Express x4 slot 2. Install a PCI Express x4 card to 2 of the previous section. Use a Phillips (cross) screwdriver to remove the screw that secures the slot metal cover. 3. To install a PCI Express x4 card: 1.
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Align the screw holes on thePCIX-E8-R10 riser card with screws. 5. ASUS RS120-E5/PA2 2-15 To replace the optional PCIX-E8-R10 riser card for RS120-E5: 1. Firmly hold the riser card bracket, then pull it up to detach it from the card bracket and set it from the PCI Express slot ...
Align the screw holes on thePCIX-E8-R10 riser card with screws. 5. ASUS RS120-E5/PA2 2-15 To replace the optional PCIX-E8-R10 riser card for RS120-E5: 1. Firmly hold the riser card bracket, then pull it up to detach it from the card bracket and set it from the PCI Express slot ...
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System fan connectors (from motherboard to front I/O board) 8. Panel connector (from motherboard CPU_FAN1-3 to system fans) ASUS RS120-E5/PA2 2-17 2.6 Cable connections 1 2 10 3 10 4 7 8 9 6 5 Pre-connected system cables 1. 24-pin SSI power connector (from motherboard to SATA backplane board) 7. SATA connectors (from power supply ...
System fan connectors (from motherboard to front I/O board) 8. Panel connector (from motherboard CPU_FAN1-3 to system fans) ASUS RS120-E5/PA2 2-17 2.6 Cable connections 1 2 10 3 10 4 7 8 9 6 5 Pre-connected system cables 1. 24-pin SSI power connector (from motherboard to SATA backplane board) 7. SATA connectors (from power supply ...
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... may need to remove previously installed system components when installing or removing system devices, or when you need to remove the following components: 1. Optical drive 5. ASUS RS120-E5/PA2 2-19
... may need to remove previously installed system components when installing or removing system devices, or when you need to remove the following components: 1. Optical drive 5. ASUS RS120-E5/PA2 2-19
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.... Replace the system fan. To reinstall the system fan with dummy case: 1. Reinstall the system fan by following the instructions in the fan cage. Peg ASUS RS120-E5/PA2 2-21 To replace the system fan with the dummy case: 1.
.... Replace the system fan. To reinstall the system fan with dummy case: 1. Reinstall the system fan by following the instructions in the fan cage. Peg ASUS RS120-E5/PA2 2-21 To replace the system fan with the dummy case: 1.
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Use a Phillips (cross) screwdriver to the motherboard and other system devices. 2. ASUS RS120-E5/PA2 2-23 Disconnect all the power cables connected to remove the screws that secure the power supply from the chassis. Slide the power supply forward for about half an inch, then carefully lift it out from the chassis. 4. From the rear panel, remove two screws that secure the front end of the power supply. 3. 2.8.4 Power supply module To uninstall the power supply module: 1.
Use a Phillips (cross) screwdriver to the motherboard and other system devices. 2. ASUS RS120-E5/PA2 2-23 Disconnect all the power cables connected to remove the screws that secure the power supply from the chassis. Slide the power supply forward for about half an inch, then carefully lift it out from the chassis. 4. From the rear panel, remove two screws that secure the front end of the power supply. 3. 2.8.4 Power supply module To uninstall the power supply module: 1.
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Keep the screws for later use. 7. Lift the metal bracket, then set aside. 9. Push the drive inward, then lift it out from the drive holes. 8. 6. Remove the metal rail on the other side of the arrow until its pegs disengage from the chassis. 10. ASUS RS120-E5/PA2 2-25 Pull the metal bracket to the direction of the drive. Remove two metal bracket screws and screws on the other side of the drive.
Keep the screws for later use. 7. Lift the metal bracket, then set aside. 9. Push the drive inward, then lift it out from the drive holes. 8. 6. Remove the metal rail on the other side of the arrow until its pegs disengage from the chassis. 10. ASUS RS120-E5/PA2 2-25 Pull the metal bracket to the direction of the drive. Remove two metal bracket screws and screws on the other side of the drive.
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Carefully adjust the motherboard until the rear panel ports fit in the previous section. 4. See section 2.6 Cable connections for details. 5. 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. Reinstall all the required cables to secure the motherboard with ten (10) screws in the holes as shown. 2. To reinstall the motherboard: 1. ASUS RS120-E5/PA2 2-27 Reconnect all the devices that you have previously removed.
Carefully adjust the motherboard until the rear panel ports fit in the previous section. 4. See section 2.6 Cable connections for details. 5. 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. Reinstall all the required cables to secure the motherboard with ten (10) screws in the holes as shown. 2. To reinstall the motherboard: 1. ASUS RS120-E5/PA2 2-27 Reconnect all the devices that you have previously removed.
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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) on the outer holes to attach the second rail pair. Remove the screws from the rear 1U space, and align the rear end holes. 7. ASUS RS120-E5/PA2 3- From the rack front, find the corresponding 1U space for the second rail pair. 9.
... (1U) on the outer holes to attach the second rail pair. Remove the screws from the rear 1U space, and align the rear end holes. 7. ASUS RS120-E5/PA2 3- From the rack front, find the corresponding 1U space for the second rail pair. 9.
