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...without intent to the owners' benefit, without the express written permission of ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. ("ASUS"). Product Name: AW1500-S5 Manual Revision: First Edition E1345 Release Date: June 2003 ii ASUS AW1500-S5 or (2) the serial number of the product is authorized in writing by the third digit in... the manual revision number. Manual revisions are used only for identification or explanation and to infringe. ASUS PROVIDES THIS MANUAL "AS IS"...
...without intent to the owners' benefit, without the express written permission of ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. ("ASUS"). Product Name: AW1500-S5 Manual Revision: First Edition E1345 Release Date: June 2003 ii ASUS AW1500-S5 or (2) the serial number of the product is authorized in writing by the third digit in... the manual revision number. Manual revisions are used only for identification or explanation and to infringe. ASUS PROVIDES THIS MANUAL "AS IS"...
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..., if not installed and used in accordance with manufacturer's instructions, may cause undesired operation. This class B digital apparatus complies with FCC Rules Part 15. iv ASUS AW1500-S5 If this equipment. The use of Communications This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for help. This equipment generates, uses and can be...
..., if not installed and used in accordance with manufacturer's instructions, may cause undesired operation. This class B digital apparatus complies with FCC Rules Part 15. iv ASUS AW1500-S5 If this equipment. The use of Communications This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for help. This equipment generates, uses and can be...
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2.7 Screwless Expansion Card Slot 2-20 2.8 Long Card Support Guide 2-21 2.9 Hard Drive Blower 2-22 2.10 Chassis Fan 2-23 2.11 Connecting Cables 2-24 2.12 SCSI Backplane 2-25 Appendix A: Optional chassis roller-wheel Chassis Roller-wheel Installation A-2 Appendix B: Power Modules Power Supply Specifications A-4 Removing Power Supply Case A-5 Appendix C: Troubleshooting Troubleshooting A-8 vi ASUS AW1500-S5
2.7 Screwless Expansion Card Slot 2-20 2.8 Long Card Support Guide 2-21 2.9 Hard Drive Blower 2-22 2.10 Chassis Fan 2-23 2.11 Connecting Cables 2-24 2.12 SCSI Backplane 2-25 Appendix A: Optional chassis roller-wheel Chassis Roller-wheel Installation A-2 Appendix B: Power Modules Power Supply Specifications A-4 Removing Power Supply Case A-5 Appendix C: Troubleshooting Troubleshooting A-8 vi ASUS AW1500-S5
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Dispose of explosion if battery is to the manufacturer's instructions. CD-ROM Drive Safety Warning CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT • Electrical hazard, do not remove chassis cover. • This equipment is incorrectly replaced. Lithium-Ion Battery Warning CAUTION: Danger of used batteries according to be serviced by the manufacturer. viii ASUS AW1500-S5 Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by a trained personnel only.
Dispose of explosion if battery is to the manufacturer's instructions. CD-ROM Drive Safety Warning CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT • Electrical hazard, do not remove chassis cover. • This equipment is incorrectly replaced. Lithium-Ion Battery Warning CAUTION: Danger of used batteries according to be serviced by the manufacturer. viii ASUS AW1500-S5 Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by a trained personnel only.
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...setup This chapter lists the hardware setup procedures that you have to this manual. 2. It lists the possible causes of this document. I-2 ASUS AW1500-S5 Introduction: About this guide This part introduces the contents of the problems and offers solutions. Contents This guide contains the following parts: 1. ... to perform when installing system components. 4. Chapter 1: System overview This chapter describes the general features of the AW1500-S5 power module. 6. Appendix B: Redundant Power Modules This appendix contains detailed hardware operation and specifications of the...
...setup This chapter lists the hardware setup procedures that you have to this manual. 2. It lists the possible causes of this document. I-2 ASUS AW1500-S5 Introduction: About this guide This part introduces the contents of the problems and offers solutions. Contents This guide contains the following parts: 1. ... to perform when installing system components. 4. Chapter 1: System overview This chapter describes the general features of the AW1500-S5 power module. 6. Appendix B: Redundant Power Modules This appendix contains detailed hardware operation and specifications of the...
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...tray (6 units) 9) AC power cord (1 piece) 10) Support CD that include drivers, utilities and the PC-cillin anti-virus software 11) ASUS PXL-S30 Ultra320 SCSI controller support CD 12) Motherboard user guide 13) System user guide 14) LSI SCSI controller user guide 15) Chassis roller ...) Keys for system door x 2 18) Screws and labels Optional: 1) ASUS AS-35 5U rackmount rail kit 2) ASUS PXI-G45 Gb LAN card 3) ASUS AGP8X V9280 graphics card If any of the above items is missing, contact your dealer. I-4 ASUS AW1500-S5 LSI MegaRAID 320-1 U320 Single Channel SCSI Card in standard packing;
...tray (6 units) 9) AC power cord (1 piece) 10) Support CD that include drivers, utilities and the PC-cillin anti-virus software 11) ASUS PXL-S30 Ultra320 SCSI controller support CD 12) Motherboard user guide 13) System user guide 14) LSI SCSI controller user guide 15) Chassis roller ...) Keys for system door x 2 18) Screws and labels Optional: 1) ASUS AS-35 5U rackmount rail kit 2) ASUS PXI-G45 Gb LAN card 3) ASUS AGP8X V9280 graphics card If any of the above items is missing, contact your dealer. I-4 ASUS AW1500-S5 LSI MegaRAID 320-1 U320 Single Channel SCSI Card in standard packing;
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... (ICH4) 64-bit PCI-X Bridge: Intel® 82870P2 (P64H2) System Memory Memory Capacity: 4 x 184-pin PC2100 DDR RAM sockets. 1.1 System Features The ASUS AW1500-S5 workstation is a stylish server system featuring the ASUS PP-DLW motherboard. Expansion Slots AGP Slot: 64-bit PCI slot: 32-bit PCI slot: 1 x AGP 8X Pro (1.5V) 1 x PCI-X 133MHz...
... (ICH4) 64-bit PCI-X Bridge: Intel® 82870P2 (P64H2) System Memory Memory Capacity: 4 x 184-pin PC2100 DDR RAM sockets. 1.1 System Features The ASUS AW1500-S5 workstation is a stylish server system featuring the ASUS PP-DLW motherboard. Expansion Slots AGP Slot: 64-bit PCI slot: 32-bit PCI slot: 1 x AGP 8X Pro (1.5V) 1 x PCI-X 133MHz...
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... remote reboot ASUS SCA SCSI Back Plane Health Monitor: SCSI HDD access and power status with the ASUS SCSI back plane Alert Notification: SNMP® trap,record into NT Event Log and Linux System Log Critical Event Actions: When the system overheats, the system can be shutdown or rebooted depending on setting. 1-4 ASUS AW1500-S5
... remote reboot ASUS SCA SCSI Back Plane Health Monitor: SCSI HDD access and power status with the ASUS SCSI back plane Alert Notification: SNMP® trap,record into NT Event Log and Linux System Log Critical Event Actions: When the system overheats, the system can be shutdown or rebooted depending on setting. 1-4 ASUS AW1500-S5
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... Lock Line-Out 6 Full-Length Slots You may secure the chassis lock with an additional padlock or other security device for added server system security. 1-6 ASUS AW1500-S5 The following shows the features on the rear side of the workstation. 1.3 Rear Panel Features The server rear panel includes the connectors, the system devices...
... Lock Line-Out 6 Full-Length Slots You may secure the chassis lock with an additional padlock or other security device for added server system security. 1-6 ASUS AW1500-S5 The following shows the features on the rear side of the workstation. 1.3 Rear Panel Features The server rear panel includes the connectors, the system devices...
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... following table describes the LED display found on the front panel and rear panel of the AW1500-S5 server system. Icon LED Display Description Green HDD connected and Power status is enabled with HDD rebuilding function. 1-8 ASUS AW1500-S5 Tolerant Enclosure 1 2 3 4 Only RAID cards with SAF-TE feature is good 1 Drive Status LED Red HDD...
... following table describes the LED display found on the front panel and rear panel of the AW1500-S5 server system. Icon LED Display Description Green HDD connected and Power status is enabled with HDD rebuilding function. 1-8 ASUS AW1500-S5 Tolerant Enclosure 1 2 3 4 Only RAID cards with SAF-TE feature is good 1 Drive Status LED Red HDD...
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Loosen the screws. 2. Release the cover from the chassis. 2-2 ASUS AW1500-S5 Slide the chassis cover for easy assembly and disassembly, making the installation of internal components very convenient. 2.1.1 Removing the chassis cover 1. The side chassis cover is designed for about half an inch. 3. 2.1 Removing and installing chassis cover The chassis is held by two large thumb screws.
Loosen the screws. 2. Release the cover from the chassis. 2-2 ASUS AW1500-S5 Slide the chassis cover for easy assembly and disassembly, making the installation of internal components very convenient. 2.1.1 Removing the chassis cover 1. The side chassis cover is designed for about half an inch. 3. 2.1 Removing and installing chassis cover The chassis is held by two large thumb screws.
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... motherboard, study the configuration of your chassis to ensure that you physical injury and damage motherboard components. Failure to do so may damage the motherboard. 2-4 ASUS AW1500-S5 The edge with external ports goes to unplug the power cord before installing or removing the motherboard. The PP-DLW uses the extended ATX form...
... motherboard, study the configuration of your chassis to ensure that you physical injury and damage motherboard components. Failure to do so may damage the motherboard. 2-4 ASUS AW1500-S5 The edge with external ports goes to unplug the power cord before installing or removing the motherboard. The PP-DLW uses the extended ATX form...
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..., then lift it up to secure the CPU. DO NOT force the CPU into the socket until it fits in place, press it is locked. 2-6 ASUS AW1500-S5 The lever clicks on the side tab to install a CPU. 1. Locate the 604-pin ZIF sockets on the socket while you are installing only one...
..., then lift it up to secure the CPU. DO NOT force the CPU into the socket until it fits in place, press it is locked. 2-6 ASUS AW1500-S5 The lever clicks on the side tab to install a CPU. 1. Locate the 604-pin ZIF sockets on the socket while you are installing only one...
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... to plug the fan cable. 5. If you fail to install two CPUs, repeat the same steps for the second CPU heatsink and fan assembly cable. 2-8 ASUS AW1500-S5 CPU Socket 1 FAN connector System Fan Connector CPU Socket 2 FAN connector 6. 3. If it doesn't fit completely, try reversing it fits only in one orientation. Use...
... to plug the fan cable. 5. If you fail to install two CPUs, repeat the same steps for the second CPU heatsink and fan assembly cable. 2-8 ASUS AW1500-S5 CPU Socket 1 FAN connector System Fan Connector CPU Socket 2 FAN connector 6. 3. If it doesn't fit completely, try reversing it fits only in one orientation. Use...
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.... Make sure to pairs DDRB1/DDRB2 and DDRC1/DDRC2. The same rule applies to use only the specified DIMM types for stable system operation. 2-10 ASUS AW1500-S5 Installing a single DIMM into any other socket would not work. 2.4.2 Memory Configurations The motherboard supports system memory of 512MB module into DDRA1 socket (the socket...
.... Make sure to pairs DDRB1/DDRB2 and DDRC1/DDRC2. The same rule applies to use only the specified DIMM types for stable system operation. 2-10 ASUS AW1500-S5 Installing a single DIMM into any other socket would not work. 2.4.2 Memory Configurations The motherboard supports system memory of 512MB module into DDRA1 socket (the socket...
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An IDE DVD-ROM drive is installed on the uppermost bay and two free bays are cinched by screwless locks for installation of additional storage devices like optical disc drives or tape drives. Front door bezel Screwless fixed device bay locks 2-12 ASUS AW1500-S5 2.5 Fixed Device Bays 2.5.1 Overview The fixed device bay are available for device placement convenience.
An IDE DVD-ROM drive is installed on the uppermost bay and two free bays are cinched by screwless locks for installation of additional storage devices like optical disc drives or tape drives. Front door bezel Screwless fixed device bay locks 2-12 ASUS AW1500-S5 2.5 Fixed Device Bays 2.5.1 Overview The fixed device bay are available for device placement convenience.
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Remove the appropriate metallic bay panel cover of the bay slot you want to detach the hooked tabs from the left side of the front panel. 3. Do not use too much force when installing or removing items. 4. Use thumbs or a flat-head screw driver to install your device. 2-14 ASUS AW1500-S5 Take caution in removing the front panel cover.
Remove the appropriate metallic bay panel cover of the bay slot you want to detach the hooked tabs from the left side of the front panel. 3. Do not use too much force when installing or removing items. 4. Use thumbs or a flat-head screw driver to install your device. 2-14 ASUS AW1500-S5 Take caution in removing the front panel cover.
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Remove the two screws that secure the right side chassis cover. 3. Perform steps #1, #2 and #3 in section "2.5.2 Installing a 5.25 device" on page 2-13. 2. Remove the front cover panel. Locate the floppy disk drive cable and power connectors. 2-16 ASUS AW1500-S5 2.5.3 Removing floppy disk drive tray The following procedures describe how to remove the floppy disk drive tray. 1. Pull out and detach the right side chassis cover and set aside. 4.
Remove the two screws that secure the right side chassis cover. 3. Perform steps #1, #2 and #3 in section "2.5.2 Installing a 5.25 device" on page 2-13. 2. Remove the front cover panel. Locate the floppy disk drive cable and power connectors. 2-16 ASUS AW1500-S5 2.5.3 Removing floppy disk drive tray The following procedures describe how to remove the floppy disk drive tray. 1. Pull out and detach the right side chassis cover and set aside. 4.
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When the tray lever is a removable tray for mounting an SCA SCSI hard disk drive. To release the drive bay, follow these steps. 1. Lift the spring lock upwards, then pull the tray lever outwards. 2. Pull the tray outwards on the tray lever. 2-18 ASUS AW1500-S5 2.6 Installing a Hard Disk Drive The server comes with six externally accessible drive bays. In each of the drive bays is pulled down, the tray will eject slightly.
When the tray lever is a removable tray for mounting an SCA SCSI hard disk drive. To release the drive bay, follow these steps. 1. Lift the spring lock upwards, then pull the tray lever outwards. 2. Pull the tray outwards on the tray lever. 2-18 ASUS AW1500-S5 2.6 Installing a Hard Disk Drive The server comes with six externally accessible drive bays. In each of the drive bays is pulled down, the tray will eject slightly.
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2.7 Screwless Expansion Card Slot The AW1500-S5 chassis is designed with a screwless expansion card slot for Personal Computer Interface (PCI) card installation convenience. To open, push the lever to the left using your thumb to fasten the expansion cards in the slots, then pull the spring lock lever to release the spring lock. 2. To lock, make sure that all expansion cards are properly inserted in place. 2-20 ASUS AW1500-S5 To add or remove expansion cards, follow these steps: 1.
2.7 Screwless Expansion Card Slot The AW1500-S5 chassis is designed with a screwless expansion card slot for Personal Computer Interface (PCI) card installation convenience. To open, push the lever to the left using your thumb to fasten the expansion cards in the slots, then pull the spring lock lever to release the spring lock. 2. To lock, make sure that all expansion cards are properly inserted in place. 2-20 ASUS AW1500-S5 To add or remove expansion cards, follow these steps: 1.