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... or altered, unless such repair, modification of alteration is defaced or missing. or (2) the serial number of merchantability or fitness for backup purposes, without intent to the owners' benefit, without the express written permission of such damages arising from any defect or error in this manual or product. II Chapter 1: Product introduction Specifications and information contained in...
... or altered, unless such repair, modification of alteration is defaced or missing. or (2) the serial number of merchantability or fitness for backup purposes, without intent to the owners' benefit, without the express written permission of such damages arising from any defect or error in this manual or product. II Chapter 1: Product introduction Specifications and information contained in...
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... 1.1 Key features 1-2 1.2 System overview 1-3 1.3 Front panel features 1-5 1.4 Rear panel features 1-5 1.5 System specifications 1-6 Chapter 2: Components 2.1 Upgrading CPU and CPU heatsink 2-2 2.2 Upgrading system memory 2-3 2.3 Upgrading hard disk drives 2-5 2.4 Installing ASUS PIKE SAS RAID card 2-6 2.5 Installing ASUS Server Management Board 2-7 2.6 Installing PCI express cards 2-8 2.7 Friction rail kit 2-9 2.8 OS support list 2-10 Revision history Revision Revision history V1 First release of RS300-E6 Series configuration guide Date September 2009 ASUS RS300-E6 Series...
... 1.1 Key features 1-2 1.2 System overview 1-3 1.3 Front panel features 1-5 1.4 Rear panel features 1-5 1.5 System specifications 1-6 Chapter 2: Components 2.1 Upgrading CPU and CPU heatsink 2-2 2.2 Upgrading system memory 2-3 2.3 Upgrading hard disk drives 2-5 2.4 Installing ASUS PIKE SAS RAID card 2-6 2.5 Installing ASUS Server Management Board 2-7 2.6 Installing PCI express cards 2-8 2.7 Friction rail kit 2-9 2.8 OS support list 2-10 Revision history Revision Revision history V1 First release of RS300-E6 Series configuration guide Date September 2009 ASUS RS300-E6 Series...
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... is heavy. Danger of used batteries according to the manufacturer's instructions. If any additional devices to avoid electrical shock. CD-ROM Drive Safety Warning CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT Heavy System CAUTION! Safety information Electrical Safety • Before installing or removing signal cables, ensure that the power cables for the devices are unplugged before the signal cables are not damaged. Place the server on a stable surface. IV...
... is heavy. Danger of used batteries according to the manufacturer's instructions. If any additional devices to avoid electrical shock. CD-ROM Drive Safety Warning CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT Heavy System CAUTION! Safety information Electrical Safety • Before installing or removing signal cables, ensure that the power cables for the devices are unplugged before the signal cables are not damaged. Place the server on a stable surface. IV...
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It includes the product overview and general specifications. Product introduction Chapter 1 This chapter describes the key features of RS300-E6 Series.
It includes the product overview and general specifications. Product introduction Chapter 1 This chapter describes the key features of RS300-E6 Series.
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... click "next" step by keyboard, video monitor and mouse (KVM over Ethernet) from SATA storage to SAS directly, ASUS recommends customers to use its optional PIKE Upgrade Kit, which will save power bill for users. Save Effort with Auto-install CD With the auto-install support CD, you don't need to SAS RAID with multiple I/O solutions, without sacrificing expansion capabilities. The ASUS intelligent FAN technology will deliver high thermal...
... click "next" step by keyboard, video monitor and mouse (KVM over Ethernet) from SATA storage to SAS directly, ASUS recommends customers to use its optional PIKE Upgrade Kit, which will save power bill for users. Save Effort with Auto-install CD With the auto-install support CD, you don't need to SAS RAID with multiple I/O solutions, without sacrificing expansion capabilities. The ASUS intelligent FAN technology will deliver high thermal...
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CPU heatsink 10. DDR3 DIMM 12. Optical disc drive 6. 1.2 System overview RS300-E6/PS2 13 9 11 7 14 12 1 8 10 6 5 14 3 2 4 Items 1. Front cover 3. PCI-E 2.0 riser card 11. System fans 14. CPU 8. ASMB4-iKVM controller card 9. Hard disk drive bays 4. Friction Rail fixing latches ASUS RS300-E6 Series 1-3 Hard disk drive 5. 350W Single Power Supply 7. ASUS PIKE SAS controller card 13. Top cover Items 2.
CPU heatsink 10. DDR3 DIMM 12. Optical disc drive 6. 1.2 System overview RS300-E6/PS2 13 9 11 7 14 12 1 8 10 6 5 14 3 2 4 Items 1. Front cover 3. PCI-E 2.0 riser card 11. System fans 14. CPU 8. ASMB4-iKVM controller card 9. Hard disk drive bays 4. Friction Rail fixing latches ASUS RS300-E6 Series 1-3 Hard disk drive 5. 350W Single Power Supply 7. ASUS PIKE SAS controller card 13. Top cover Items 2.
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RS300-E6/PS4 13 9 11 7 14 12 1 8 10 6 5 14 4 3 2 Items 1. Top cover Items 2. CPU heatsink 10. System fans 14. ASMB4-iKVM controller card 9. Friction Rail fixing latches 1-4 Chapter 1: Product introduction Front cover 3. Optical disc drive 6. DDR3 DIMM 12. ASUS PIKE SAS controller card 13. PCI-E 2.0 riser card 11. CPU 8. Hard disk drive bays 4. Hard disk drive 5. 350W Single Power Supply 7.
RS300-E6/PS4 13 9 11 7 14 12 1 8 10 6 5 14 4 3 2 Items 1. Top cover Items 2. CPU heatsink 10. System fans 14. ASMB4-iKVM controller card 9. Friction Rail fixing latches 1-4 Chapter 1: Product introduction Front cover 3. Optical disc drive 6. DDR3 DIMM 12. ASUS PIKE SAS controller card 13. PCI-E 2.0 riser card 11. CPU 8. Hard disk drive bays 4. Hard disk drive 5. 350W Single Power Supply 7.
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... RS300-E6/PS2 Rack screw Hot-swap HDD bays 21 Optical drive Rack screw 21 USB ports RS300-E6/PS4 Power button Power LED Location switch Location LED Reset button Message LED LAN1 LED LAN2 LED HDD Access LED Rack screw Hot-swap HDD bays Rack screw 1.4 21 Optical drive 21 USB ports HDD Access LED 21 LAN2 LED LAN1 LED Message LED Reset button Location LED Location switch Rear panel features Power button Power LED Gigabit LAN port 2 Gigabit LAN port 1 VGA port Serial port USB ports LAN port 3* PS/2 keyboard port PS/2 mouse port Power supply fan Power cord connector ASUS...
... RS300-E6/PS2 Rack screw Hot-swap HDD bays 21 Optical drive Rack screw 21 USB ports RS300-E6/PS4 Power button Power LED Location switch Location LED Reset button Message LED LAN1 LED LAN2 LED HDD Access LED Rack screw Hot-swap HDD bays Rack screw 1.4 21 Optical drive 21 USB ports HDD Access LED 21 LAN2 LED LAN1 LED Message LED Reset button Location LED Location switch Rear panel features Power button Power LED Gigabit LAN port 2 Gigabit LAN port 1 VGA port Serial port USB ports LAN port 3* PS/2 keyboard port PS/2 mouse port Power supply fan Power cord connector ASUS...
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...) Maximum up to 16GB (UDIMM) (Lynnfield / Clarkdale) DDR3 1333/1066 Reg DIMM/Unbuffered DIMM with non-ECC only. Supports software RAID 0, 1, 5 & 10 LSI MegaRAID (for Linux / Windows) - 1.5 System specifications Model Name Processor / System Bus Core Logic ASUS Features Memory Expansion Slots Smart Fan ASWM2.0 Total Slots Capacity Memory Type Memory Size Total PCI/PCI-X/ PCI-E Slots Slot Type Additional Slot 1 Storage SATA Controller RS300-E6/PS2 RS300-E6/PS4 1 x Socket LGA1156 Quad Core Intel Xeon 3400 series Server Processor Quad Core Intel Core i7-800 series Desktop...
...) Maximum up to 16GB (UDIMM) (Lynnfield / Clarkdale) DDR3 1333/1066 Reg DIMM/Unbuffered DIMM with non-ECC only. Supports software RAID 0, 1, 5 & 10 LSI MegaRAID (for Linux / Windows) - 1.5 System specifications Model Name Processor / System Bus Core Logic ASUS Features Memory Expansion Slots Smart Fan ASWM2.0 Total Slots Capacity Memory Type Memory Size Total PCI/PCI-X/ PCI-E Slots Slot Type Additional Slot 1 Storage SATA Controller RS300-E6/PS2 RS300-E6/PS4 1 x Socket LGA1156 Quad Core Intel Xeon 3400 series Server Processor Quad Core Intel Core i7-800 series Desktop...
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....4mm Net Weight Kg (CPU, DRAM & HDD not inclu ded) 15 Kg Power Supply 350W (80+) Single Power Supply Power Rating Input: 100-240V, 7-3.5A, 50-60Hz, Class I Environment Operation temperature: 10°C-35°C / Non operation temperature: -40°C-70°C Non operation humidity: 20%-90% ( Non-condensing) *Specifications are subject to change without notice. ASUS RS300-E6 Series 1-7 ASUS PIKE 1078 8-port SAS HW RAID card - ASUS PIKE 1064E 4-port SAS RAID card - Model Name RS300-E6/PS2 RS300-E6/PS4 Storage SAS Controller - -
....4mm Net Weight Kg (CPU, DRAM & HDD not inclu ded) 15 Kg Power Supply 350W (80+) Single Power Supply Power Rating Input: 100-240V, 7-3.5A, 50-60Hz, Class I Environment Operation temperature: 10°C-35°C / Non operation temperature: -40°C-70°C Non operation humidity: 20%-90% ( Non-condensing) *Specifications are subject to change without notice. ASUS RS300-E6 Series 1-7 ASUS PIKE 1078 8-port SAS HW RAID card - ASUS PIKE 1064E 4-port SAS RAID card - Model Name RS300-E6/PS2 RS300-E6/PS4 Storage SAS Controller - -
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Components Chapter 2 This chapter lists the key components and optional accessories for the server system.
Components Chapter 2 This chapter lists the key components and optional accessories for the server system.
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The Core i7 / i5 series desktop processors support DDR3 1333/1066 unbuffered DIMM with non-ECC only. 6 5 4 1 3 2 2-2 Chapter 1: Product introduction 2.1 Upgrading CPU and CPU heatsink ASUS RS300-E6 Series supports Intel® Quad-Core / Dual-Core Xeon® 3400 series / Desktop Core i7 / i5 series processors.
The Core i7 / i5 series desktop processors support DDR3 1333/1066 unbuffered DIMM with non-ECC only. 6 5 4 1 3 2 2-2 Chapter 1: Product introduction 2.1 Upgrading CPU and CPU heatsink ASUS RS300-E6 Series supports Intel® Quad-Core / Dual-Core Xeon® 3400 series / Desktop Core i7 / i5 series processors.
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...; The motherboard supports x8 DRAM Only and x4 & x16 DRAM are not supported ASUS RS300-E6 Series 2-3 For optimum compatibility, it is recommended that you obtain memory modules from 1066 or 1333 MHz DIMM • Always install DIMMs with ECC/Non-ECC DDR3 DIMMs into the DIMM sockets using the memory configurations in this section. 2.2 Upgrading system memory The motherboard comes with six (6) Double Data Rate 3 (DDR3) Dual Inline Memory Modules (DIMM) sockets...
...; The motherboard supports x8 DRAM Only and x4 & x16 DRAM are not supported ASUS RS300-E6 Series 2-3 For optimum compatibility, it is recommended that you obtain memory modules from 1066 or 1333 MHz DIMM • Always install DIMMs with ECC/Non-ECC DDR3 DIMMs into the DIMM sockets using the memory configurations in this section. 2.2 Upgrading system memory The motherboard comes with six (6) Double Data Rate 3 (DDR3) Dual Inline Memory Modules (DIMM) sockets...
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ASUS RS300-E6 Series 2-5 Order P/N 90-S000H6210T 90-S000H6220T 90-S000H6230T 90-S000H6240T 90-S000H6250T 90-S000H6260T 90-S000H6270T 90-S000H6280T Description HDD SAS 450G 3.5" with tray (Single Pack)* HDD SAS 300G 3.5" with tray (Single Pack)* HDD SAS 146G 3.5" with ...tray (Single Pack) HDD SATA2 250G 3.5" with tray (Single Pack) *SAS hard disk drives are supported by RS300-E6/PS4 only. We recommend that you install identical drives of the same model and capacity for RAID configuration. 2.3 Upgrading hard disk drives The system supports eight hot-swap SATAII/SAS hard disk drives.
ASUS RS300-E6 Series 2-5 Order P/N 90-S000H6210T 90-S000H6220T 90-S000H6230T 90-S000H6240T 90-S000H6250T 90-S000H6260T 90-S000H6270T 90-S000H6280T Description HDD SAS 450G 3.5" with tray (Single Pack)* HDD SAS 300G 3.5" with tray (Single Pack)* HDD SAS 146G 3.5" with ...tray (Single Pack) HDD SATA2 250G 3.5" with tray (Single Pack) *SAS hard disk drives are supported by RS300-E6/PS4 only. We recommend that you install identical drives of the same model and capacity for RAID configuration. 2.3 Upgrading hard disk drives The system supports eight hot-swap SATAII/SAS hard disk drives.
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... PIKE 6480 (8-port SAS support Firmware RAID 0,1,10,5) (10 in 1) 90-C1SCN5-00UAY00Z PIKE 1078 (8-port SAS support Hardware RAID 0,1,10,5,50,6,60) 2-6 Chapter 1: Product introduction SATA1 SATA2 SATA3 SATA4 SATA3 SATA4 SATA1 SATA2 PIN1 PIN2 PIN3 PIN1 PIN2 PIN3 Move the SGPIO_SEL1 jumper on the SATA/SAS backplane to the SAS connectors on the motherboard. 2.4 Installing ASUS PIKE SAS RAID card The ASUS PIKE SAS RAID card allows users to create RAID 0, 1, 5, 10 and 50 from SAS hard disk drives connected to 2-3.
... PIKE 6480 (8-port SAS support Firmware RAID 0,1,10,5) (10 in 1) 90-C1SCN5-00UAY00Z PIKE 1078 (8-port SAS support Hardware RAID 0,1,10,5,50,6,60) 2-6 Chapter 1: Product introduction SATA1 SATA2 SATA3 SATA4 SATA3 SATA4 SATA1 SATA2 PIN1 PIN2 PIN3 PIN1 PIN2 PIN3 Move the SGPIO_SEL1 jumper on the SATA/SAS backplane to the SAS connectors on the motherboard. 2.4 Installing ASUS PIKE SAS RAID card The ASUS PIKE SAS RAID card allows users to create RAID 0, 1, 5, 10 and 50 from SAS hard disk drives connected to 2-3.
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... the running status of -band)". 21 • Support Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP), which avoids manually assigning IP address by setting DHCP mode to monitor, control and manage a remote server from the local or central server in 1) LAN port 3 ASUS RS300-E6 Series 2-7 2.5 Installing ASUS Server Management Board ASUS Server Management Board is out-of major components via LAN or Serial Port, such as CPU and memory utilization, storage capacity and networking transfer rate. • Advanced server management functions including "remote power on/off/reset", "remote control via...
... the running status of -band)". 21 • Support Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP), which avoids manually assigning IP address by setting DHCP mode to monitor, control and manage a remote server from the local or central server in 1) LAN port 3 ASUS RS300-E6 Series 2-7 2.5 Installing ASUS Server Management Board ASUS Server Management Board is out-of major components via LAN or Serial Port, such as CPU and memory utilization, storage capacity and networking transfer rate. • Advanced server management functions including "remote power on/off/reset", "remote control via...
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2.6 Installing PCI express cards The system supports PCIe x16 cards installation on the PCIe riser card brackets. 2 1 3 2 1 2-8 Chapter 1: Product introduction
2.6 Installing PCI express cards The system supports PCIe x16 cards installation on the PCIe riser card brackets. 2 1 3 2 1 2-8 Chapter 1: Product introduction
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... support list Operating System Microsoft Windows Red Hat Enterprise Linux SuSE Linux Enterprise Server Linux Virtualization Version Windows Server 2003 Standard/Enterprise 32/64 Edition SP2 Windows Server 2008 Standard/enterprise 32/64 Edition Windows Server 2008 Foundation 32/64 Windows Vista SP1 (Installation Only) Windows XP Professional SP3 (Installation Only) RHEL AS 4.0 UP7 32/64 bit RHEL AS 5.0 UP3 32/64 bit SLES 10 SP3 32/64 bit SLES 11 32/64 bit...
... support list Operating System Microsoft Windows Red Hat Enterprise Linux SuSE Linux Enterprise Server Linux Virtualization Version Windows Server 2003 Standard/Enterprise 32/64 Edition SP2 Windows Server 2008 Standard/enterprise 32/64 Edition Windows Server 2008 Foundation 32/64 Windows Vista SP1 (Installation Only) Windows XP Professional SP3 (Installation Only) RHEL AS 4.0 UP7 32/64 bit RHEL AS 5.0 UP3 32/64 bit SLES 10 SP3 32/64 bit SLES 11 32/64 bit...