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...options 3.1 Rackmount rail kit items 3-2 3.2 Rack rails assembly 3-2 3.3 Attaching the rails to the rack 3-3 3.4 Rackmounting the server 3-4 Chapter 4: Motherboard Info 4.1 Motherboard layout 4-2 4.1.1 Layout Contents 4-3 4.2 Jumpers 4-4 4.3 Internal connectors 4-8 Chapter 5: BIOS Setup... 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-...
...options 3.1 Rackmount rail kit items 3-2 3.2 Rack rails assembly 3-2 3.3 Attaching the rails to the rack 3-3 3.4 Rackmounting the server 3-4 Chapter 4: Motherboard Info 4.1 Motherboard layout 4-2 4.1.1 Layout Contents 4-3 4.2 Jumpers 4-4 4.3 Internal connectors 4-8 Chapter 5: BIOS Setup... 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-...
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... PnP 5-25 5.4.4 USB Configuration 5-26 5.4.5 Peripheral Devices Configuration 5-27 5.4.6 ACPI Configuration 5-28 5.4.7 APM Configuration 5-29 5.4.8 Hardware Monitor 5-30 5.4.9 Trusted Computing 5-31 5.4.10 ASUSLog Configuration 5-32 5.5 Server menu 5-33 5.5.1 Remote Access Configuration 5-33 5.6 Security menu 5-35 5.7 Boot menu 5-38 5.7.1 Boot Device Priority 5-38 5.7.2 Boot Settings Configuration 5-39 5.8 Exit menu 5-40 Chapterf 6: RAID...
... PnP 5-25 5.4.4 USB Configuration 5-26 5.4.5 Peripheral Devices Configuration 5-27 5.4.6 ACPI Configuration 5-28 5.4.7 APM Configuration 5-29 5.4.8 Hardware Monitor 5-30 5.4.9 Trusted Computing 5-31 5.4.10 ASUSLog Configuration 5-32 5.5 Server menu 5-33 5.5.1 Remote Access Configuration 5-33 5.6 Security menu 5-35 5.7 Boot menu 5-38 5.7.1 Boot Device Priority 5-38 5.7.2 Boot Settings Configuration 5-39 5.8 Exit menu 5-40 Chapterf 6: RAID...
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...the electrical outlet before relocating the system. • When adding or removing any damage is equipped with the server package. • Before using the server, make sure all cables are correctly connected and the power cables are connected. This product is detected, contact...Danger of used batteries according to the manufacturer's instructions. Replace only with a properly grounded electrical outlet to avoid electrical shock. This server system is incorrectly replaced. Ask for assistance when moving or carrying the system. Operation Safety • Any mechanical operation on a ...
...the electrical outlet before relocating the system. • When adding or removing any damage is equipped with the server package. • Before using the server, make sure all cables are correctly connected and the power cables are connected. This product is detected, contact...Danger of used batteries according to the manufacturer's instructions. Replace only with a properly grounded electrical outlet to avoid electrical shock. This server system is incorrectly replaced. Ask for assistance when moving or carrying the system. Operation Safety • Any mechanical operation on a ...
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... layout, jumper settings, and connector locations. 5. Chapter 1: Product Introduction This chapter describes the general features of configuring a server. Chapter 6: RAID configuration This chapter tells how to change system settings through the BIOS Setup menus. Chapter 5: BIOS information...7: Driver installation This chapter provides instructions for installing the necessary drivers for system integrators, and experienced users with the server. Chapter 3: Installation options This chapter describes how to change system settings through the BIOS Setup menus and describes the...
... layout, jumper settings, and connector locations. 5. Chapter 1: Product Introduction This chapter describes the general features of configuring a server. Chapter 6: RAID configuration This chapter tells how to change system settings through the BIOS Setup menus. Chapter 5: BIOS information...7: Driver installation This chapter provides instructions for installing the necessary drivers for system integrators, and experienced users with the server. Chapter 3: Installation options This chapter describes how to change system settings through the BIOS Setup menus and describes the...
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... prevent damage to the components when trying to select. Typography Bold text Italics Command Indicates a menu or an item to complete a task. ASUS Server Web-based Management (ASWM) user guide This manual tells how to complete a task. WARNING: Information to prevent injury to yourself when trying... to set up and use the proprietary ASUS server management utility. 2. If you must type the command exactly as shown, then supply the required item or value enclosed in brackets. ...
... prevent damage to the components when trying to select. Typography Bold text Italics Command Indicates a menu or an item to complete a task. ASUS Server Web-based Management (ASWM) user guide This manual tells how to complete a task. WARNING: Information to prevent injury to yourself when trying... to set up and use the proprietary ASUS server management utility. 2. If you must type the command exactly as shown, then supply the required item or value enclosed in brackets. ...
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...RAID 1 configuration Expansion slots 2 x full-length/Half-length PCI-Express x16 slot(x8 link) (on a riser card) 1 x SO-DIMM socket for ASUS Server Management Board Front panel 2 x 3.5-inch hot-swappable SATA-II HDD bays 1 x optical drive 2 x USB 2.0 ports Power switch Reset switch Location ... Power supply 500W single power supply, 100V~240V, 50Hz~60Hz Dimensions 670mm (l) x 445mm (w) x 43.6mm (h) ASUS RS161-E4/PA2 1-13 The server supports dual Socket-F(1207) 2200 Series AMD OpteronTM, plus other latest technologies through the chipsets onboard. 1.2 System specifications The...
...RAID 1 configuration Expansion slots 2 x full-length/Half-length PCI-Express x16 slot(x8 link) (on a riser card) 1 x SO-DIMM socket for ASUS Server Management Board Front panel 2 x 3.5-inch hot-swappable SATA-II HDD bays 1 x optical drive 2 x USB 2.0 ports Power switch Reset switch Location ... Power supply 500W single power supply, 100V~240V, 50Hz~60Hz Dimensions 670mm (l) x 445mm (w) x 43.6mm (h) ASUS RS161-E4/PA2 1-13 The server supports dual Socket-F(1207) 2200 Series AMD OpteronTM, plus other latest technologies through the chipsets onboard. 1.2 System specifications The...
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... part includes the I/O shield with easily accessible features. VGA port 8. Refer to section 1.6.2 Rear panel LEDs for the LED descriptions. 1.3 Front panel features The barebone server displays a simple yet stylish front panel with openings for the rear panel connectors on the motherboard. 1 3 6 10 2 45 1. USB ports 7 89 6. Rack screw Hot-swap...
... part includes the I/O shield with easily accessible features. VGA port 8. Refer to section 1.6.2 Rear panel LEDs for the LED descriptions. 1.3 Front panel features The barebone server displays a simple yet stylish front panel with openings for the rear panel connectors on the motherboard. 1 3 6 10 2 45 1. USB ports 7 89 6. Rack screw Hot-swap...
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Power supply 5. Optical drive ASUS RS161-E4/PA2 1-15 Rear fans 3. System fans (40mm x 28mm) x 2 7. 2 x PCI-E Slot (riser card) 8. PCI Slot 2. System fans (40mm x 56mm) x 4 6. Hot-swap HDD tray 2(Port1) 11. ASUS KFN4-DRE motherboard 4. SATA-II backplane 9. Hot-swap HDD tray 1(port0) 10. 1.5 Internal features The barebone server includes the basic components as shown. 1 7 3 2 2 4 6 5 6 8 9 10 11 1.
Power supply 5. Optical drive ASUS RS161-E4/PA2 1-15 Rear fans 3. System fans (40mm x 28mm) x 2 7. 2 x PCI-E Slot (riser card) 8. PCI Slot 2. System fans (40mm x 56mm) x 4 6. Hot-swap HDD tray 2(Port1) 11. ASUS KFN4-DRE motherboard 4. SATA-II backplane 9. Hot-swap HDD tray 1(port0) 10. 1.5 Internal features The barebone server includes the basic components as shown. 1 7 3 2 2 4 6 5 6 8 9 10 11 1.
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... from the PCI Express x16 slot on the motherboard. 2. You need to remove the bracket if you want to the riser card bracket The barebone server comes with a riser card bracket. 2.6 Expansion slot 2.6.1 Installing an expansion card to install PCI Express x16 expansion cards. U s e a P h i l l i p s ( c r o s s ) s c r e w driver to detach it aside. 2-14 Chapter...
... from the PCI Express x16 slot on the motherboard. 2. You need to remove the bracket if you want to the riser card bracket The barebone server comes with a riser card bracket. 2.6 Expansion slot 2.6.1 Installing an expansion card to install PCI Express x16 expansion cards. U s e a P h i l l i p s ( c r o s s ) s c r e w driver to detach it aside. 2-14 Chapter...
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Installation options Chapter 3 This chapter describes how to install the optional components and devices into the barebone server. ASUS RS161-E4/PA2 2-
Installation options Chapter 3 This chapter describes how to install the optional components and devices into the barebone server. ASUS RS161-E4/PA2 2-
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... from the 1U space on the outer holes to install the barebone server. 2. Drive in two screws on the rack where you attached the rail. 6. From the rack front, find the corresponding 1U space for the second rail pair. 9. ASUS RS161-E4/PA2 3- 3.3 Attaching the rails to the rack To attach the rails to the...
... from the 1U space on the outer holes to install the barebone server. 2. Drive in two screws on the rack where you attached the rail. 6. From the rack front, find the corresponding 1U space for the second rail pair. 9. ASUS RS161-E4/PA2 3- 3.3 Attaching the rails to the rack To attach the rails to the...
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Rack screw 3- Chapter 3: Installation options 3.4 Rackmounting the server To mount the server to the rack. Tighten the two rack screws to secure the server to the rack: 1. Firmly hold the server on both sides and insert the rear panel side to the front end of the rack rail, then carefully push the server all the way to the back until the front panel fits the front end of the rack, and the rack screws on the server match the middle hole on the rack.. 2.
Rack screw 3- Chapter 3: Installation options 3.4 Rackmounting the server To mount the server to the rack. Tighten the two rack screws to secure the server to the rack: 1. Firmly hold the server on both sides and insert the rear panel side to the front end of the rack rail, then carefully push the server all the way to the back until the front panel fits the front end of the rack, and the rack screws on the server match the middle hole on the rack.. 2.
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ASUS RS161-E4/PA2 4- Motherboard Info Chapter 4 This chapter gives inforamtion about the motherboard that comes with the server. This chapter includes the motherboard layout, jumper settings, and connector locations.
ASUS RS161-E4/PA2 4- Motherboard Info Chapter 4 This chapter gives inforamtion about the motherboard that comes with the server. This chapter includes the motherboard layout, jumper settings, and connector locations.
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BMC and Mini PCI connectors (200-pin BMCSOCKET1) This connectors is for the ASUS server management card (SO-DIMM socket for ASMB3-SOL). BMCSOCKET1 KFN4-DRE BMCSOCKET Connector R KFN4-DRE ASUS RS161-E4/PA2 4-15 12.
BMC and Mini PCI connectors (200-pin BMCSOCKET1) This connectors is for the ASUS server management card (SO-DIMM socket for ASMB3-SOL). BMCSOCKET1 KFN4-DRE BMCSOCKET Connector R KFN4-DRE ASUS RS161-E4/PA2 4-15 12.
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... panel. This requires an external detection mechanism such as a chassis intrusion sensor or microswitch. System panel auxiliary connector (20-pin AUX_PANEL1) This connector supports several server system functions. This LED lights up when linked. • Locator LED 1 (2-pin LOCATORLED1) This 2-pin connector is for the LAN2 Activity LED.
... panel. This requires an external detection mechanism such as a chassis intrusion sensor or microswitch. System panel auxiliary connector (20-pin AUX_PANEL1) This connector supports several server system functions. This LED lights up when linked. • Locator LED 1 (2-pin LOCATORLED1) This 2-pin connector is for the LAN2 Activity LED.
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...that particular menu. 5.2.1 BIOS menu screen Menu items Menu bar Configuration fields General help Main BIOS SETUP UTILITY Advanced Server Security Boot Exit System Date System Time Floppy A: IDE Configuration Primary IDE Master Primary IDE Slave Secondary IDE Master ...following main items: Main For changing the basic system configuration Advanced For changing the advanced system settings Server For changing the advanced server options Security For changing the advanced system security options Boot For changing the system boot configuration Exit ...
...that particular menu. 5.2.1 BIOS menu screen Menu items Menu bar Configuration fields General help Main BIOS SETUP UTILITY Advanced Server Security Boot Exit System Date System Time Floppy A: IDE Configuration Primary IDE Master Primary IDE Slave Secondary IDE Master ...following main items: Main For changing the basic system configuration Advanced For changing the advanced system settings Server For changing the advanced server options Security For changing the advanced system security options Boot For changing the system boot configuration Exit ...
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.... 5.3 Main menu When you enter the BIOS Setup program, the Main menu screen appears, giving you to navigate through them. Main BIOS SETUP UTILITY Advanced Server Security Boot Exit System Date System Time Floppy A: IDE Configuration Primary IDE Master Primary IDE Slave Secondary IDE Master Secondary IDE Slave Tertiary IDE Master...
.... 5.3 Main menu When you enter the BIOS Setup program, the Main menu screen appears, giving you to navigate through them. Main BIOS SETUP UTILITY Advanced Server Security Boot Exit System Date System Time Floppy A: IDE Configuration Primary IDE Master Primary IDE Slave Secondary IDE Master Secondary IDE Slave Tertiary IDE Master...
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... Hardware Monitor Tursted Computing ASUSLog Configuration →← Select Screen ↑↓ Select Item +- Configuration options: [1.1] [1.4] 5-20 Chapter 4: BIOS setup Main BIOS SETUP UTILITY Advanced Server Security Boot Exit WARNING: Setting wrong values in this menu show the CPU-related information that the BIOS automatically detects. Change Field Enter Go to...
... Hardware Monitor Tursted Computing ASUSLog Configuration →← Select Screen ↑↓ Select Item +- Configuration options: [1.1] [1.4] 5-20 Chapter 4: BIOS setup Main BIOS SETUP UTILITY Advanced Server Security Boot Exit WARNING: Setting wrong values in this menu show the CPU-related information that the BIOS automatically detects. Change Field Enter Go to...
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... items appear only when the Remote Access item is Enabled. Server BIOS SETUP UTILITY Configure Remote Access type and parameters Remote Access [Disabled] →← Select Screen ↑↓ Select Item +- ASUS RS161-E4/PA2 5-33 Change Field Enter Go to Sub Screen F1 General ... or disables the remote access feature. Select an item then press to configure the Remote Access features. 5.5 Server menu Main Advanced Server BIOS SETUP UTILITY Security Boot Exit Remote Access Configuration Configure Remote Access. →← Select Screen ↑↓ Select...
... items appear only when the Remote Access item is Enabled. Server BIOS SETUP UTILITY Configure Remote Access type and parameters Remote Access [Disabled] →← Select Screen ↑↓ Select Item +- ASUS RS161-E4/PA2 5-33 Change Field Enter Go to Sub Screen F1 General ... or disables the remote access feature. Select an item then press to configure the Remote Access features. 5.5 Server menu Main Advanced Server BIOS SETUP UTILITY Security Boot Exit Remote Access Configuration Configure Remote Access. →← Select Screen ↑↓ Select...
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...the password box, type a password composed of the screen shows the default Not Installed. Confirm the password when prompted. Main Advanced Server BIOS SETUP UTILITY Security Boot Exit Supervisor Password : Not Installed User Password : Not Installed Change Supervisor Password to change the user... "Password Uninstalled" appears. See section "2.6 Jumpers" for information on top of at least six letters and/or numbers, then press . 3. ASUS RS161-E4/PA2 5-35 After you can clear it by erasing the CMOS Real Time Clock (RTC) RAM. To set your BIOS password, you set or change...
...the password box, type a password composed of the screen shows the default Not Installed. Confirm the password when prompted. Main Advanced Server BIOS SETUP UTILITY Security Boot Exit Supervisor Password : Not Installed User Password : Not Installed Change Supervisor Password to change the user... "Password Uninstalled" appears. See section "2.6 Jumpers" for information on top of at least six letters and/or numbers, then press . 3. ASUS RS161-E4/PA2 5-35 After you can clear it by erasing the CMOS Real Time Clock (RTC) RAM. To set your BIOS password, you set or change...