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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 RS500-E6/PS4 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 RS500-E6/PS4 1-
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See the figure below. 1.1 System package contents Check your system package for the following items. Model Name Chassis Motherboard Component Accessories Optional Items RS500-E6/PS4 ASUS R10A 1U Rackmount Chassis ASUS Z8NR-D12-SYS Server Board 1 x 600W 80+ Single Power Supply 1 x SATAII/SAS HDD Backplane (BP4LX-R10A) 4 x hot-swap HDD trays (varies by territories) 1 x Front...
See the figure below. 1.1 System package contents Check your system package for the following items. Model Name Chassis Motherboard Component Accessories Optional Items RS500-E6/PS4 ASUS R10A 1U Rackmount Chassis ASUS Z8NR-D12-SYS Server Board 1 x 600W 80+ Single Power Supply 1 x SATAII/SAS HDD Backplane (BP4LX-R10A) 4 x hot-swap HDD trays (varies by territories) 1 x Front...
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...5.86 / 6.4 GT/s Intel® 5500 I = Internal A or S will be hot-swappable 4 x Hot-swap 3.5" SAS/SATA HDD Bays (continued on the next page) ASUS RS500-E6/PS4 1-3 Supports software RAID 0, 1 & 1E ASUS PIKE 1078 8-port SAS RAID card - Supports hardware RAID 0, 1, 10, 5 & 6 HDD Bays I /O Hub Intel® ICH10R √ √ 12 (3-channel per ..., plus other latest technologies through the chipsets onboard. Supports software RAID 0, 1, 5 & 10 LSI MegaRAID (for Windows only) - 1.3 System specifications The ASUS RS500-E6/PS4 is a server featuring the ASUS Z8NR-D12-SYS server board.
...5.86 / 6.4 GT/s Intel® 5500 I = Internal A or S will be hot-swappable 4 x Hot-swap 3.5" SAS/SATA HDD Bays (continued on the next page) ASUS RS500-E6/PS4 1-3 Supports software RAID 0, 1 & 1E ASUS PIKE 1078 8-port SAS RAID card - Supports hardware RAID 0, 1, 10, 5 & 6 HDD Bays I /O Hub Intel® ICH10R √ √ 12 (3-channel per ..., plus other latest technologies through the chipsets onboard. Supports software RAID 0, 1, 5 & 10 LSI MegaRAID (for Windows only) - 1.3 System specifications The ASUS RS500-E6/PS4 is a server featuring the ASUS Z8NR-D12-SYS server board.
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... located on the rear panel if motherboard is not present. • *The port is for the LED descriptions. Refer to section 1.7.1 Front panel LEDs for ASUS ASMB4-iKVM controller card only. 1.4 Front panel features The barebone server displays a simple yet stylish front panel with openings for the rear panel connectors on... button Location LED Location switch Power button Power LED 1.5 Rear panel features The rear panel includes the expansion slots, system power socket, and rear fans. ASUS RS500-E6/PS4 1-5 The middle part includes the I/O shield with easily accessible features.
... located on the rear panel if motherboard is not present. • *The port is for the LED descriptions. Refer to section 1.7.1 Front panel LEDs for ASUS ASMB4-iKVM controller card only. 1.4 Front panel features The barebone server displays a simple yet stylish front panel with openings for the rear panel connectors on... button Location LED Location switch Power button Power LED 1.5 Rear panel features The rear panel includes the expansion slots, system power socket, and rear fans. ASUS RS500-E6/PS4 1-5 The middle part includes the I/O shield with easily accessible features.
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... Status Description OFF No link GREEN Linked BLINKING Data activity SPEED LED Status Description OFF 10 Mbps connection ORANGE 100 Mbps connection GREEN 1 Gbps connection ASUS RS500-E6/PS4 1-7
... Status Description OFF No link GREEN Linked BLINKING Data activity SPEED LED Status Description OFF 10 Mbps connection ORANGE 100 Mbps connection GREEN 1 Gbps connection ASUS RS500-E6/PS4 1-7
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ASUS RS500-E6/PS4 2- Hardware setup Chapter 2 This chapter lists the hardware setup procedures that you have to perform when installing or removing system components.
ASUS RS500-E6/PS4 2- Hardware setup Chapter 2 This chapter lists the hardware setup procedures that you have to perform when installing or removing system components.
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ASUS RS500-E6/PS4 2-3 Locate the CPU socket on the socket and the socket contacts are .../removal, or misplacement/loss/ incorrect removal of the PnP cap. 2.2.1 Installing the CPU To install a CPU: 1. ASUS will process Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) requests only if the motherboard comes with installation instructions for the Intel® Xeon... Processing Unit (CPU) The motherboard comes with two surface mount LGA1366 sockets designed for the CPU and heatsink. ASUS will shoulder the cost of the motherboard, ensure that the socket box is on the motherboard. If the instructions...
ASUS RS500-E6/PS4 2-3 Locate the CPU socket on the socket and the socket contacts are .../removal, or misplacement/loss/ incorrect removal of the PnP cap. 2.2.1 Installing the CPU To install a CPU: 1. ASUS will process Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) requests only if the motherboard comes with installation instructions for the Intel® Xeon... Processing Unit (CPU) The motherboard comes with two surface mount LGA1366 sockets designed for the CPU and heatsink. ASUS will shoulder the cost of the motherboard, ensure that the socket box is on the motherboard. If the instructions...
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... tab. Close the load plate (A), and then push the load lever (B) until it off immediately and seek professional medical help. 6. If so, skip this step. A ASUS RS500-E6/PS4 B 2-5 Some heatsinks come with your skin, ensure that the gold triangle is spread in only one correct orientation. CPU notch Alignment key Gold triangle mark...
... tab. Close the load plate (A), and then push the load lever (B) until it off immediately and seek professional medical help. 6. If so, skip this step. A ASUS RS500-E6/PS4 B 2-5 Some heatsinks come with your skin, ensure that the gold triangle is spread in only one correct orientation. CPU notch Alignment key Gold triangle mark...
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... boot if only one DIMM is installed in DIMM slot A2, B2, or C2 for CPU1, or D2, E2 or F2 for recommended memory configuration. ASUS RS500-E6/PS4 2-7 2.3 System memory 2.3.1 Overview The motherboard comes with twelve (12) Double Data Rate 3 (DDR3) Dual Inline Memory Modules (DIMM) sockets.
... boot if only one DIMM is installed in DIMM slot A2, B2, or C2 for CPU1, or D2, E2 or F2 for recommended memory configuration. ASUS RS500-E6/PS4 2-7 2.3 System memory 2.3.1 Overview The motherboard comes with twelve (12) Double Data Rate 3 (DDR3) Dual Inline Memory Modules (DIMM) sockets.
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... on the socket. 2 DIMM notch 1 1 Unlocked retaining clip A DIMM is properly seated. Firmly insert the DIMM into a socket to both the motherboard and the components. 1. ASUS RS500-E6/PS4 2-9 Remove the DIMM from the socket. Locked Retaining Clip 2.3.4 Removing a DIMM Follow these steps to unlock the DIMM. 1 1 DIMM notch Support the DIMM lightly with...
... on the socket. 2 DIMM notch 1 1 Unlocked retaining clip A DIMM is properly seated. Firmly insert the DIMM into a socket to both the motherboard and the components. 1. ASUS RS500-E6/PS4 2-9 Remove the DIMM from the socket. Locked Retaining Clip 2.3.4 Removing a DIMM Follow these steps to unlock the DIMM. 1 1 DIMM notch Support the DIMM lightly with...
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Push the tray lever until it all the way to the depth of the bay until just a small fraction of the tray edge protrudes. Repeat steps 1 to 6 if you wish to the SATAII/ SAS interface on the backplane. 6. The drive tray is correctly placed when its front edge aligns with the bay edge. 7. When installed, the SATAII/SAS connector on the drive connects to install a second SATAII/SAS drive. Carefully insert the drive tray and push it clicks, and secures the drive tray in place. ASUS RS500-E6/PS4 2-11 5.
Push the tray lever until it all the way to the depth of the bay until just a small fraction of the tray edge protrudes. Repeat steps 1 to 6 if you wish to the SATAII/ SAS interface on the backplane. 6. The drive tray is correctly placed when its front edge aligns with the bay edge. 7. When installed, the SATAII/SAS connector on the drive connects to install a second SATAII/SAS drive. Carefully insert the drive tray and push it clicks, and secures the drive tray in place. ASUS RS500-E6/PS4 2-11 5.
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Press the riser card bracket until the golden connectors completely fit the slot and the bracket aligns with the cards to the card, if applicable. ASUS RS500-E6/PS4 2-13 Align the riser card bracket with the rear panel. 3. Connect the cable(s) to the PCI Express x16 slot on the motherboard. 2. To reinstall the riser card bracket: 1.
Press the riser card bracket until the golden connectors completely fit the slot and the bracket aligns with the cards to the card, if applicable. ASUS RS500-E6/PS4 2-13 Align the riser card bracket with the rear panel. 3. Connect the cable(s) to the PCI Express x16 slot on the motherboard. 2. To reinstall the riser card bracket: 1.
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System fan connectors (from motherboard to front I/O board) 7. Panel connector (from motherboard FRNT_FAN1, CPU_FAN1 FRNT_FAN2, FRNT_FAN3, CPU_FAN2, and FRNT_FAN4 to front I /O board) ASUS RS500-E6/PS4 2-15 You do not need to disconnect these cables unless you will remove pre‑installed components to install additional devices. • Refer to Chapter 4 ...
System fan connectors (from motherboard to front I/O board) 7. Panel connector (from motherboard FRNT_FAN1, CPU_FAN1 FRNT_FAN2, FRNT_FAN3, CPU_FAN2, and FRNT_FAN4 to front I /O board) ASUS RS500-E6/PS4 2-15 You do not need to disconnect these cables unless you will remove pre‑installed components to install additional devices. • Refer to Chapter 4 ...
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... fan to uninstall the other system fans. Repeat steps 1 to 2 to the fan cage. This section tells how to remove/install the following components: 1. ASUS RS500-E6/PS4 2-17 ASUS ASMB4-iKVM (optional) Ensure that the system is turned off before removing any components. 2.8.1 System fans To uninstall the system fans: 1. Connect the system fan... fans 2. Lift the fan, then set aside. 3. 2.8 Removable/optional components You may need to remove previously installed system components when installing or removing system devices. ASUS PIKE RAID card (optional) 3.
... fan to uninstall the other system fans. Repeat steps 1 to 2 to the fan cage. This section tells how to remove/install the following components: 1. ASUS RS500-E6/PS4 2-17 ASUS ASMB4-iKVM (optional) Ensure that the system is turned off before removing any components. 2.8.1 System fans To uninstall the system fans: 1. Connect the system fan... fans 2. Lift the fan, then set aside. 3. 2.8 Removable/optional components You may need to remove previously installed system components when installing or removing system devices. ASUS PIKE RAID card (optional) 3.
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... connectors on the motherboard. Set the SGPIO_SEL1 jumper on the backplane to pin 2-3 when connecting data cables to install an optional i Button on the motherboard. 6. 5. ASUS RS500-E6/PS4 2-19 Ensure that the height of the components is less than 6.7 mm. Connect the data cables, by numerial order, to the SAS connectors labeled SAS1...
... connectors on the motherboard. Set the SGPIO_SEL1 jumper on the backplane to pin 2-3 when connecting data cables to install an optional i Button on the motherboard. 6. 5. ASUS RS500-E6/PS4 2-19 Ensure that the height of the components is less than 6.7 mm. Connect the data cables, by numerial order, to the SAS connectors labeled SAS1...
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Installation options Chapter 3 This chapter describes how to install the optional components and devices into the barebone server. ASUS RS500-E6/PS4 2-
Installation options Chapter 3 This chapter describes how to install the optional components and devices into the barebone server. ASUS RS500-E6/PS4 2-
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.... 4. 3. Secure the rear end of the server rail to the side of the chassis with one unit of the 1U space on the rack front. 3. ASUS RS500-E6/PS4 3-3 Attach the rear end of the server rail to the side of the chassis, matching each of the two hooks to the other side of...
.... 4. 3. Secure the rear end of the server rail to the side of the chassis with one unit of the 1U space on the rack front. 3. ASUS RS500-E6/PS4 3-3 Attach the rear end of the server rail to the side of the chassis, matching each of the two hooks to the other side of...
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ASUS RS500-E6/PS4 3- 4-1 Motherboard info Chapter 4 This chapter includes the motherboard layout, and brief descriptions of the jumpers and internal connectors.
ASUS RS500-E6/PS4 3- 4-1 Motherboard info Chapter 4 This chapter includes the motherboard layout, and brief descriptions of the jumpers and internal connectors.
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... Purpose Input/Output connectors (8-1 pin SGPIO2/3) 6. Auxiliary panel connector (20-pin AUX_PANEL1 [black]) Page 4-9 4-9 4-10 4-10 4-11 4-11 4-12 4-12 4-13 4-13 4-14 4-15 4-16 ASUS RS500-E6/PS4 4-3 Force BIOS recovery setting (3-pin RECOVERY1) 7. DDR3 voltage setting (4-pin LVDDR3_SEL1/2) Page 4-4 4-5 4-5 4-6 4-6 4-7 4-7 4-8 4-8 Internal connectors 1. Serial ATA connectors (7-pin SATA1-4 [red], SATA5-6 [black]) 2. SSI power connectors...
... Purpose Input/Output connectors (8-1 pin SGPIO2/3) 6. Auxiliary panel connector (20-pin AUX_PANEL1 [black]) Page 4-9 4-9 4-10 4-10 4-11 4-11 4-12 4-12 4-13 4-13 4-14 4-15 4-16 ASUS RS500-E6/PS4 4-3 Force BIOS recovery setting (3-pin RECOVERY1) 7. DDR3 voltage setting (4-pin LVDDR3_SEL1/2) Page 4-4 4-5 4-5 4-6 4-6 4-7 4-7 4-8 4-8 Internal connectors 1. Serial ATA connectors (7-pin SATA1-4 [red], SATA5-6 [black]) 2. SSI power connectors...
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VGA controller setting (3-pin VGA_SW1) This jumper allows you to enable or disable the onboard VGA controller. 2. LAN controller setting (3-pin LAN_SW1, LAN_SW2) These jumpers allow you to enable or disable the onboard Intel® WG82574L Gigabit LAN1/2 controller. ASUS RS500-E6/PS4 4-5 Set to pins 1-2 to activate the Gigabit LAN feature. Set to pins 1-2 to activate the VGA feature. 3.
VGA controller setting (3-pin VGA_SW1) This jumper allows you to enable or disable the onboard VGA controller. 2. LAN controller setting (3-pin LAN_SW1, LAN_SW2) These jumpers allow you to enable or disable the onboard Intel® WG82574L Gigabit LAN1/2 controller. ASUS RS500-E6/PS4 4-5 Set to pins 1-2 to activate the Gigabit LAN feature. Set to pins 1-2 to activate the VGA feature. 3.