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... x 2) 1 x VGA port 2 x USB 2.0 port (Rear x2) 1 x PS/2 keyboard/mouse port (continued on the next page) ASUS RS100-E8-PI2 1-3 Networking LAN Graphic VGA Auxiliary Storage FDD / CD / DVD Onboard I = internal A or S = hotswappable RS100-E8/PI2 1 x Socket LGA1150 Intel® Xeon® E3-1200 v3 Processor Family Intel® C224 Chipset √ √ 4 (2 Channels) Maximum... HDD bay Or 1 x internal 3.5-inch SATA3 HDD bay + 1 x internal SSD bay* (Optional) *Can support up to two 2.5-inch SSDs. 1.3 System specifications The ASUS RS100-E8-PI2 is a 1U barebone server system featuring the...
... x 2) 1 x VGA port 2 x USB 2.0 port (Rear x2) 1 x PS/2 keyboard/mouse port (continued on the next page) ASUS RS100-E8-PI2 1-3 Networking LAN Graphic VGA Auxiliary Storage FDD / CD / DVD Onboard I = internal A or S = hotswappable RS100-E8/PI2 1 x Socket LGA1150 Intel® Xeon® E3-1200 v3 Processor Family Intel® C224 Chipset √ √ 4 (2 Channels) Maximum... HDD bay Or 1 x internal 3.5-inch SATA3 HDD bay + 1 x internal SSD bay* (Optional) *Can support up to two 2.5-inch SSDs. 1.3 System specifications The ASUS RS100-E8-PI2 is a 1U barebone server system featuring the...
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The I/O shield with easily accessible features. ASUS RS100-E8-PI2 1-5 Refer to any added expansion cards. The power and reset buttons, LED indicators, optical drive, and two USB ports are also found in the rear ... or replacing any system component. 1.5 Rear panel features The rear panel has the AC power socket and access to section 1.7.1 Front panel LEDs for an ASUS ASMB7-iKVM controller card only. 1.4 Front panel features This barebone server has a simple yet stylish front panel with openings for the rear panel connectors on...
The I/O shield with easily accessible features. ASUS RS100-E8-PI2 1-5 Refer to any added expansion cards. The power and reset buttons, LED indicators, optical drive, and two USB ports are also found in the rear ... or replacing any system component. 1.5 Rear panel features The rear panel has the AC power socket and access to section 1.7.1 Front panel LEDs for an ASUS ASMB7-iKVM controller card only. 1.4 Front panel features This barebone server has a simple yet stylish front panel with openings for the rear panel connectors on...
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... transmitting or receiving data 2 ON LAN connection is present ON Location switch is normal; OFF Normal status. (Press the location switch again to turn off.) ASUS RS100-E8-PI2 1-7 Without ASMB7-iKVM installed: CPU over-heated ON 2. indicates no incoming event 1.
... transmitting or receiving data 2 ON LAN connection is present ON Location switch is normal; OFF Normal status. (Press the location switch again to turn off.) ASUS RS100-E8-PI2 1-7 Without ASMB7-iKVM installed: CPU over-heated ON 2. indicates no incoming event 1.
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2.1.2 Reinstalling the chassis cover To reinstall the chassis cover: 1. Side tabs ASUS RS100-E8-PI2 2-3 Position the cover on top of the chassis with the hooks aligned to the side tabs of the chassis. 2. Slide the cover toward the front until it snaps in place.
2.1.2 Reinstalling the chassis cover To reinstall the chassis cover: 1. Side tabs ASUS RS100-E8-PI2 2-3 Position the cover on top of the chassis with the hooks aligned to the side tabs of the chassis. 2. Slide the cover toward the front until it snaps in place.
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2.2 Central Processing Unit (CPU) This server motherboard comes with the cap on the motherboard. ASUS RS100-E8-PI2 2-5 Contact your right. ASUS will process Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) requests only if the motherboard comes with a surface mount LGA1150 socket designed for the Intel®... CPU socket on the LGA1150 socket. • The product warranty does not cover damage to the PnP cap/socket contacts/motherboard components. ASUS will shoulder the cost of the motherboard, ensure that the socket box is facing toward you and the load lever is missing, or if...
2.2 Central Processing Unit (CPU) This server motherboard comes with the cap on the motherboard. ASUS RS100-E8-PI2 2-5 Contact your right. ASUS will process Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) requests only if the motherboard comes with a surface mount LGA1150 socket designed for the Intel®... CPU socket on the LGA1150 socket. • The product warranty does not cover damage to the PnP cap/socket contacts/motherboard components. ASUS will shoulder the cost of the motherboard, ensure that the socket box is facing toward you and the load lever is missing, or if...
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... contact with pre-applied Thermal Interface Material skip this step. 5. DO NOT eat it off immediately and seek professional medical help. Load lever Retention tab 7. ASUS RS100-E8-PI2 2-7 Apply some Thermal Interface Material to remove the PnP cap from the CPU socket.
... contact with pre-applied Thermal Interface Material skip this step. 5. DO NOT eat it off immediately and seek professional medical help. Load lever Retention tab 7. ASUS RS100-E8-PI2 2-7 Apply some Thermal Interface Material to remove the PnP cap from the CPU socket.
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Locate and remove the screw for the airduct from the motherboard. 2. The fastener on the airduct should align with the screwhole on the motherboard. 3. Replace the screw and secure the airduct onto the motherboard. ASUS RS100-E8-PI2 2-9 To install the airduct: 1. Place the airduct over the heatsink.
Locate and remove the screw for the airduct from the motherboard. 2. The fastener on the airduct should align with the screwhole on the motherboard. 3. Replace the screw and secure the airduct onto the motherboard. ASUS RS100-E8-PI2 2-9 To install the airduct: 1. Place the airduct over the heatsink.
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... 1 Unlocked retaining clip A DIMM is keyed with a notch so that the notch on the DIMM matches the DIMM slot key on a single clip DIMM socket 1. ASUS RS100-E8-PI2 2-11
... 1 Unlocked retaining clip A DIMM is keyed with a notch so that the notch on the DIMM matches the DIMM slot key on a single clip DIMM socket 1. ASUS RS100-E8-PI2 2-11
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... drive tray to the chassis and set of bundled screws. 5. Release the four screws that the 3.5-inch SATA HDD is seated securely in the chassis. 2. ASUS RS100-E8-PI2 HDD drive tray HDD bay 1 2-13 Prepare a 3.5-inch Serial ATA HDD and the set aside. 4.
... drive tray to the chassis and set of bundled screws. 5. Release the four screws that the 3.5-inch SATA HDD is seated securely in the chassis. 2. ASUS RS100-E8-PI2 HDD drive tray HDD bay 1 2-13 Prepare a 3.5-inch Serial ATA HDD and the set aside. 4.
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... it in the chassis. 2. Ensure that the screw holes on the underside of the 2.5-inch SSD is exposed as shown. SSD drive tray 2.5-inch SSD ASUS RS100-E8-PI2 2-15 Remove the HDD drive tray and 3.5-inch SATA HDD assembly. 5. Prepare the SSD drive tray. 6. Fasten the 2.5-inch SSD to HDD bay 1 and set...
... it in the chassis. 2. Ensure that the screw holes on the underside of the 2.5-inch SSD is exposed as shown. SSD drive tray 2.5-inch SSD ASUS RS100-E8-PI2 2-15 Remove the HDD drive tray and 3.5-inch SATA HDD assembly. 5. Prepare the SSD drive tray. 6. Fasten the 2.5-inch SSD to HDD bay 1 and set...
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Ensure that the SSD drive tray is seated securely in step 3. Ensure that no cables or connectors are out-of-place. 16. Secure the 2.5-inch SSD and SSD drive tray assembly to the HDD bay 1 using the screws removed in place. 14. Align and orient the 2.5-inch SSD and the SSD drive tray assembly into HDD bay 1. Carefully place the 2.5-inch SSD and the SSD drive tray assembly into the HDD bay 1 (as shown) matching the four screw holes on the drive tray with the four screw holes on the HDD bay. 15. ASUS RS100-E8-PI2 2-17
Ensure that the SSD drive tray is seated securely in step 3. Ensure that no cables or connectors are out-of-place. 16. Secure the 2.5-inch SSD and SSD drive tray assembly to the HDD bay 1 using the screws removed in place. 14. Align and orient the 2.5-inch SSD and the SSD drive tray assembly into HDD bay 1. Carefully place the 2.5-inch SSD and the SSD drive tray assembly into the HDD bay 1 (as shown) matching the four screw holes on the drive tray with the four screw holes on the HDD bay. 15. ASUS RS100-E8-PI2 2-17
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... connector to connect the 3.5-inch SATA HDD to the HDD drive tray using the bundled set of screws as shown and set of bundled screws. 5. ASUS RS100-E8-PI2 2-19 Set aside for later use. 3. Orient the 3.5-inch SATA HDD in such a way that secures the HDD drive tray to the 3.5-inch SATA HDD...
... connector to connect the 3.5-inch SATA HDD to the HDD drive tray using the bundled set of screws as shown and set of bundled screws. 5. ASUS RS100-E8-PI2 2-19 Set aside for later use. 3. Orient the 3.5-inch SATA HDD in such a way that secures the HDD drive tray to the 3.5-inch SATA HDD...
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ASUS RS100-E8-PI2 2-21 Remove one more screw to release the metal slot cover from the PCI Express slot on the motherboard. 2. Hold the riser card and pull ...
ASUS RS100-E8-PI2 2-21 Remove one more screw to release the metal slot cover from the PCI Express slot on the motherboard. 2. Hold the riser card and pull ...
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... an IRQ to the following table. 3. Standard Interrupt assignments IRQ Priority Standard function 0 1 System Timer 1 2 Keyboard Controller 2 - Install the software drivers for the expansion card. ASUS RS100-E8-PI2 2-23
... an IRQ to the following table. 3. Standard Interrupt assignments IRQ Priority Standard function 0 1 System Timer 1 2 Keyboard Controller 2 - Install the software drivers for the expansion card. ASUS RS100-E8-PI2 2-23
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... that the system is turned off before removing any components. 2.7.1 Chassis fans To install the system fans: 1. Connect the chassis fan cables to the heatsink. 2. ASUS RS100-E8-PI2 2-25 Position the chassis fans to match the screw holes on the chassis. They are located just next to the onboard fan connectors labeled FRNT_FAN2...
... that the system is turned off before removing any components. 2.7.1 Chassis fans To install the system fans: 1. Connect the chassis fan cables to the heatsink. 2. ASUS RS100-E8-PI2 2-25 Position the chassis fans to match the screw holes on the chassis. They are located just next to the onboard fan connectors labeled FRNT_FAN2...
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Insert the LAN cable plug to install an optional ASMB7 series management card on the motherboard. 2. 2.7.3 Installing ASMB7 series management card (optional) Follow the steps below to the LAN port 3 (dedicated LAN) or LAN port 1 (shared LAN) for server management. Locate the ASMB7 header on your motherboard. 1. Firmly fit the ASMB7 management card to the motherboard header. 3. Do not force the pins when connecting the card to the header. LAN port 3 ASUS RS100-E8-PI2 LAN port 1~2 2-27
Insert the LAN cable plug to install an optional ASMB7 series management card on the motherboard. 2. 2.7.3 Installing ASMB7 series management card (optional) Follow the steps below to the LAN port 3 (dedicated LAN) or LAN port 1 (shared LAN) for server management. Locate the ASMB7 header on your motherboard. 1. Firmly fit the ASMB7 management card to the motherboard header. 3. Do not force the pins when connecting the card to the header. LAN port 3 ASUS RS100-E8-PI2 LAN port 1~2 2-27
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... rack cabinet . 7. Nuts 5. 2. Adjust the length of the outer rail to the corresponding side of the chassis and secure with two screws at the back. ASUS RS100-E8-PI2 3-3 Find the corresponding 1U space on the rack where you wish to attach the other side of the rack.
... rack cabinet . 7. Nuts 5. 2. Adjust the length of the outer rail to the corresponding side of the chassis and secure with two screws at the back. ASUS RS100-E8-PI2 3-3 Find the corresponding 1U space on the rack where you wish to attach the other side of the rack.
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Secure the server to the back until the front panel fits the front end of the rack. 10. Secure the other side as well. 9. Rack screw ASUS RS100-E8-PI2 3-5 Carefully push the server all the way to the rack with one rack screw at one side.
Secure the server to the back until the front panel fits the front end of the rack. 10. Secure the other side as well. 9. Rack screw ASUS RS100-E8-PI2 3-5 Carefully push the server all the way to the rack with one rack screw at one side.
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... firmware force recovery setting (3-pin ME_RCVR1) 7. RJ-45 port for LAN 6. USB 3.0 ports 1 and 2 Page 4-10 4-10 4-10 4-10 4-10 4-10 4-10 4-10 4-10 4-10 ASUS RS100-E8-PI2 4-3 PS/2 keyboard/mouse port (purple/green) 2. COM1 port 4. CPU Warning LED (ERR_CPU1) 5. Baseboard Management Controller LED (BMC_LED1) Page 4-5 4-5 4-5 4-6 4-6 Jumpers 1.
... firmware force recovery setting (3-pin ME_RCVR1) 7. RJ-45 port for LAN 6. USB 3.0 ports 1 and 2 Page 4-10 4-10 4-10 4-10 4-10 4-10 4-10 4-10 4-10 4-10 ASUS RS100-E8-PI2 4-3 PS/2 keyboard/mouse port (purple/green) 2. COM1 port 4. CPU Warning LED (ERR_CPU1) 5. Baseboard Management Controller LED (BMC_LED1) Page 4-5 4-5 4-5 4-6 4-6 Jumpers 1.
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... the system and unplug the power cable before removing or plugging in soft-off . Standby Power LED (SB_PWR1) The motherboard comes with a standby power LED. ASUS RS100-E8-PI2 4-5 This is a user-activated LED on . 3 Locator LED (LOCLED1) The Locator LED is a reminder that the system is ON, in sleep mode, or in any...
... the system and unplug the power cable before removing or plugging in soft-off . Standby Power LED (SB_PWR1) The motherboard comes with a standby power LED. ASUS RS100-E8-PI2 4-5 This is a user-activated LED on . 3 Locator LED (LOCLED1) The Locator LED is a reminder that the system is ON, in sleep mode, or in any...