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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 RS500A-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 RS500A-E6/PS4 1-
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1.3 System specifications The ASUS RS500A-E6/PS4 is a server featuring the ASUS KGNE-D16 server board. The server supports AMD® LGA 1944 Opteron™ 6100 series processors with HyperTransport™ technology, plus other latest technologies through ...
1.3 System specifications The ASUS RS500A-E6/PS4 is a server featuring the ASUS KGNE-D16 server board. The server supports AMD® LGA 1944 Opteron™ 6100 series processors with HyperTransport™ technology, plus other latest technologies through ...
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... 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 RS500A-E6/PS4 1-5 The middle part includes the I/O shield with easily accessible features. Refer to section 1.7.1 Front panel LEDs for the rear panel connectors on the motherboard. 1.4 Front... buttons, LED indicators, optical drive, and two USB ports are located on the rear panel if motherboard is not present. • *The port is for ASUS ASMB4-iKVM controller card only.
... 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 RS500A-E6/PS4 1-5 The middle part includes the I/O shield with easily accessible features. Refer to section 1.7.1 Front panel LEDs for the rear panel connectors on the motherboard. 1.4 Front... buttons, LED indicators, optical drive, and two USB ports are located on the rear panel if motherboard is not present. • *The port is for ASUS ASMB4-iKVM controller card only.
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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 RS500A-E6/PS4 1-7 no incoming event ASWM indicates a HW monitor event Normal status Location switch is pressed (Press the location switch again to turn off) No LAN connection...
... 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 RS500A-E6/PS4 1-7 no incoming event ASWM indicates a HW monitor event Normal status Location switch is pressed (Press the location switch again to turn off) No LAN connection...
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ASUS RS500A-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 RS500A-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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... repair cost only if the damage is on the motherboard. ASUS RS500A-E6/PS4 2-3 ASUS will process Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) requests only if the motherboard comes with dual surface mount LGA 1944 Socket designed for the AMD® Opteron...
... repair cost only if the damage is on the motherboard. ASUS RS500A-E6/PS4 2-3 ASUS will process Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) requests only if the motherboard comes with dual surface mount LGA 1944 Socket designed for the AMD® Opteron...
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7. If so, skip this step. ASUS RS500A-E6/PS4 2-5 Some heatsinks come with , ensuring that the heatsink will be in an even thin layer. B Apply some Thermal Interface Material to the exposed area of the CPU that it snaps into A the retention tab. Close the load plate (A), then push the load lever (B) until it is spread in contact with pre-applied Thermal Interface Material.
7. If so, skip this step. ASUS RS500A-E6/PS4 2-5 Some heatsinks come with , ensuring that the heatsink will be in an even thin layer. B Apply some Thermal Interface Material to the exposed area of the CPU that it snaps into A the retention tab. Close the load plate (A), then push the load lever (B) until it is spread in contact with pre-applied Thermal Interface Material.
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.../Non-ECC DDR3 DIMMs into the DIMM sockets using the memory configurations in the order as follows: DIMM_A2 -> DIMM_C2 -> DIMM_B2 -> DIMM_D2 -> DIMM_A1 -> DIMM_C1 -> DIMM_B1 -> DIMM_D1. ASUS RS500A-E6/PS4 2-7 2.3 System memory 2.3.1 Overview The motherboard comes with the same CAS latency. For CPU1 + CPU2 configuration, install DIMMs in the order as follows: DIMM_A2 -> DIMM_C2 -> DIMM_B2...
.../Non-ECC DDR3 DIMMs into the DIMM sockets using the memory configurations in the order as follows: DIMM_A2 -> DIMM_C2 -> DIMM_B2 -> DIMM_D2 -> DIMM_A1 -> DIMM_C1 -> DIMM_B1 -> DIMM_D1. ASUS RS500A-E6/PS4 2-7 2.3 System memory 2.3.1 Overview The motherboard comes with the same CAS latency. For CPU1 + CPU2 configuration, install DIMMs in the order as follows: DIMM_A2 -> DIMM_C2 -> DIMM_B2...
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... the retaining clips outward. 2. 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 extra force. 2. ASUS RS500A-E6/PS4 2-9
... the retaining clips outward. 2. 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 extra force. 2. ASUS RS500A-E6/PS4 2-9
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ASUS RS500A-E6/PS4 2-11 Push the tray lever until just a small fraction of the bay until it all the way to the SATAII/ SAS interface on the drive connects to the depth of the tray edge protrudes. The drive tray is correctly placed when its front edge aligns with the bay edge. 7. When installed, the SATAII/SAS connector on the backplane. 6. Carefully insert the drive tray and push it clicks, and secures the drive tray in place. Repeat steps 1 to 6 if you wish to install a second SATAII/SAS drive. 5.
ASUS RS500A-E6/PS4 2-11 Push the tray lever until just a small fraction of the bay until it all the way to the SATAII/ SAS interface on the drive connects to the depth of the tray edge protrudes. The drive tray is correctly placed when its front edge aligns with the bay edge. 7. When installed, the SATAII/SAS connector on the backplane. 6. Carefully insert the drive tray and push it clicks, and secures the drive tray in place. Repeat steps 1 to 6 if you wish to install a second SATAII/SAS drive. 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 RS500A-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 RS500A-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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...-pin SSI power connector (from power supply to motherboard) 2. 8-pin SSI power connectors (from motherboard to motherboard) 3. Panel connector (from power supply to front I /O board) ASUS RS500A-E6/PS4 2-15
...-pin SSI power connector (from power supply to motherboard) 2. 8-pin SSI power connectors (from motherboard to motherboard) 3. Panel connector (from power supply to front I /O board) ASUS RS500A-E6/PS4 2-15
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... may need to remove/install the following components: 1. Insert the fan to uninstall the other system fans. ASUS PIKE RAID card (optional) 3. The airflow directional arrow on the motherboard. ASUS RS500A-E6/PS4 2-17 Lift the fan, then set aside. 3. Repeat steps 1 to 2 to the fan cage. ... may need to install the optional components into the system. Disconnect the system fan cable from the fan connector on the motherboard. 2. 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: ...
... may need to remove/install the following components: 1. Insert the fan to uninstall the other system fans. ASUS PIKE RAID card (optional) 3. The airflow directional arrow on the motherboard. ASUS RS500A-E6/PS4 2-17 Lift the fan, then set aside. 3. Repeat steps 1 to 2 to the fan cage. ... may need to install the optional components into the system. Disconnect the system fan cable from the fan connector on the motherboard. 2. 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: ...
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Connect the data cables, by numerial order, to the SATA connectors on the motherboard. 8. Remove the SGPIO cable from the SGPIO3 connector on the PIKE RAID card slot. 6. 5. Ensure that it is completely seated on the motherboard. Insert the RAID card into the PIKE RAID card slot. Remove the data cables connected to the SAS connectors labeled SAS1-4 (red) on the motherboard. 7. ASUS RS500A-E6/PS4 2-19
Connect the data cables, by numerial order, to the SATA connectors on the motherboard. 8. Remove the SGPIO cable from the SGPIO3 connector on the PIKE RAID card slot. 6. 5. Ensure that it is completely seated on the motherboard. Insert the RAID card into the PIKE RAID card slot. Remove the data cables connected to the SAS connectors labeled SAS1-4 (red) on the motherboard. 7. ASUS RS500A-E6/PS4 2-19
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Installing i Button (for PIKE 1078 only) Follow the steps below to install an optional i Button on the motherboard. 2. Locate the I Button in place. ASUS RS500A-E6/PS4 2-21 Snap the I Button slot on your motherboard. 1.
Installing i Button (for PIKE 1078 only) Follow the steps below to install an optional i Button on the motherboard. 2. Locate the I Button in place. ASUS RS500A-E6/PS4 2-21 Snap the I Button slot on your motherboard. 1.
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Installation options Chapter 3 This chapter describes how to install the optional components and devices into the barebone server. ASUS RS500A-E6/PS4 2-
Installation options Chapter 3 This chapter describes how to install the optional components and devices into the barebone server. ASUS RS500A-E6/PS4 2-
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... length of the rack rails to meet the depth of the server rack. Adjust the rack rail to the 1U space on the other 8 side. 9 8 9 7 ASUS RS500A-E6/PS4 3-3 Secure the rear end of the rack space. 7. Position the rack rail to ensure that it fits the rack. 6. Rear rail rack Front rail rack...
... length of the rack rails to meet the depth of the server rack. Adjust the rack rail to the 1U space on the other 8 side. 9 8 9 7 ASUS RS500A-E6/PS4 3-3 Secure the rear end of the rack space. 7. Position the rack rail to ensure that it fits the rack. 6. Rear rail rack Front rail rack...
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Then slide the rail toward the front panel until it locks in place. 2. ASUS RS500A-E6/PS4 3-5 3.2 Installing optional ball-bearing rail kit items Your optional ball-bearing rail kit package contains: • two pair of server rails (for the server) • ...
Then slide the rail toward the front panel until it locks in place. 2. ASUS RS500A-E6/PS4 3-5 3.2 Installing optional ball-bearing rail kit items Your optional ball-bearing rail kit package contains: • two pair of server rails (for the server) • ...
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To uninstall the server from the rack. Remember to press the latches on both sides to release the server from the rack: 1. Align the server rails with the rack rails, then push the server all the way to the rack. 2. ASUS RS500A-E6/PS4 3-7 Loosen the rack screws that secured the server to the depth of the rack. 2. Tighten the two rack screws to the rack: 1. 3.2.3 Mounting the server to the rack To mount the server to secure the server in place. Pull the server from the rack.
To uninstall the server from the rack. Remember to press the latches on both sides to release the server from the rack: 1. Align the server rails with the rack rails, then push the server all the way to the rack. 2. ASUS RS500A-E6/PS4 3-7 Loosen the rack screws that secured the server to the depth of the rack. 2. Tighten the two rack screws to the rack: 1. 3.2.3 Mounting the server to the rack To mount the server to secure the server in place. Pull the server from the rack.
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Motherboard info Chapter 4 This chapter includes the motherboard layout, and brief descriptions of the jumpers and internal connectors. ASUS RS500A-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 RS500A-E6/PS4 3- 4-1