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...options 3.1 Preparing the system for rack mounting 3-2 3.2 Attaching the inner rail to the server 3-2 3.3 Attaching the rails to the rack 3-3 3.4 Mounting the server to the rack 3-4 Chapter 4: Motherboard Info 4.1 Motherboard layout 4-2 4.2 Jumpers 4-4 ...4.3 Internal connectors 4-9 4.4 Internal LEDs 4-17 Chapter 5: BIOS setup 5.1 Managing and updating your BIOS 5-2 5.1.1 ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility 5-2 5.1.2 BUPDATER utility 5-3 5.1.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility ...
...options 3.1 Preparing the system for rack mounting 3-2 3.2 Attaching the inner rail to the server 3-2 3.3 Attaching the rails to the rack 3-3 3.4 Mounting the server to the rack 3-4 Chapter 4: Motherboard Info 4.1 Motherboard layout 4-2 4.2 Jumpers 4-4 ...4.3 Internal connectors 4-9 4.4 Internal LEDs 4-17 Chapter 5: BIOS setup 5.1 Managing and updating your BIOS 5-2 5.1.1 ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility 5-2 5.1.2 BUPDATER utility 5-3 5.1.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility ...
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... 5-18 5.4.3 Onboard Devices Configuration 5-20 5.4.4 USB Configuration 5-21 5.4.5 PCIPnP 5-22 5.4.6 ACPI Configuration 5-23 5.4.7 Event Log Configuration 5-25 5.4.8 Intel VT-d Configuration 5-25 5.4.9 SR-IOV Supprted 5-25 5.5 Server menu 5-26 5.6 Power menu 5-28 5.6.1 ACPI APIC Support 5-28 5.6.2 APM Configuration 5-28 5.6.3 Hardware Monitor 5-30 5.7 Boot menu 5-31 5.7.1 Boot Device Priority 5-31 5.7.2 Boot Settings Configuration...
... 5-18 5.4.3 Onboard Devices Configuration 5-20 5.4.4 USB Configuration 5-21 5.4.5 PCIPnP 5-22 5.4.6 ACPI Configuration 5-23 5.4.7 Event Log Configuration 5-25 5.4.8 Intel VT-d Configuration 5-25 5.4.9 SR-IOV Supprted 5-25 5.5 Server menu 5-26 5.6 Power menu 5-28 5.6.1 ACPI APIC Support 5-28 5.6.2 APM Configuration 5-28 5.6.3 Hardware Monitor 5-30 5.7 Boot menu 5-31 5.7.1 Boot Device Priority 5-31 5.7.2 Boot Settings Configuration...
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..., slots, sockets and circuitry. • Avoid dust, humidity, and temperature extremes. Contact a qualified service technician or your dealer. Place the server on a stable surface. Lithium-Ion Battery Warning CAUTION! CD-ROM Drive Safety Warning CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT Heavy System CAUTION! Ask for the ...before you service. • If the power supply is equipped with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer. This server system is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with a three-wire power cable and plug for assistance when moving or carrying the system....
..., slots, sockets and circuitry. • Avoid dust, humidity, and temperature extremes. Contact a qualified service technician or your dealer. Place the server on a stable surface. Lithium-Ion Battery Warning CAUTION! CD-ROM Drive Safety Warning CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT Heavy System CAUTION! Ask for the ...before you service. • If the power supply is equipped with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer. This server system is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with a three-wire power cable and plug for assistance when moving or carrying the system....
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... the jumpers and internal connectors. 5. Chapter 4: Motherboard information This chapter includes the motherboard layout and brief descriptions of the server, including sections on front panel and rear panel specifications. 2. Check local regulations for system integrators, and experienced users with... at least basic knowledge of configuring a server. Chapter 5: BIOS information This chapter tells how to install the optional components and devices into the barebone server. 4. ix About this guide Audience This user guide is intended for ...
... the jumpers and internal connectors. 5. Chapter 4: Motherboard information This chapter includes the motherboard layout and brief descriptions of the server, including sections on front panel and rear panel specifications. 2. Check local regulations for system integrators, and experienced users with... at least basic knowledge of configuring a server. Chapter 5: BIOS information This chapter tells how to install the optional components and devices into the barebone server. 4. ix About this guide Audience This user guide is intended for ...
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...must press the Enter or Return key. References Example: At the DOS prompt, type the command line: format A:/S Refer to the ASUS contact information. If you must press two or more keys simultaneously, the key names are linked with a plus sign (+). Refer... additional information to set up and use the proprietary ASUS server management utility. 2. Keys enclosed in brackets. ASUS Server Web-based Management (ASWM) user guide This manual tells how to help you complete a task. ASUS websites The ASUS websites worldwide provide updated information for product and software updates...
...must press the Enter or Return key. References Example: At the DOS prompt, type the command line: format A:/S Refer to the ASUS contact information. If you must press two or more keys simultaneously, the key names are linked with a plus sign (+). Refer... additional information to set up and use the proprietary ASUS server management utility. 2. Keys enclosed in brackets. ASUS Server Web-based Management (ASWM) user guide This manual tells how to help you complete a task. ASUS websites The ASUS websites worldwide provide updated information for product and software updates...
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Product introduction Chapter 1 This chapter describes the general features of the server, including sections on front panel and rear panel specifications. ASUS TS300-E6/PS4
Product introduction Chapter 1 This chapter describes the general features of the server, including sections on front panel and rear panel specifications. ASUS TS300-E6/PS4
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.... Model Name TS300-E6/PS4 Chassis ASUS T50A Pedestal 5U Rackmount Chassis Motherboard ASUS P7F-E Server Board Component 1 x 390W 80+ Single Power Supply 4 x hot-swap HDD trays 1 x SAS/SATA2 Backplane (BP4LX-TRS8) with 4 x SATA Cables 1 x Front I/O Board (FPB-TRS8A) 1 x System Fan (Rear: 1 x 120mm x 38mm) Accessories 1 x TS300-E6 User's Guide 1 x ASUS ASWM 2.0 User's Guide 1 x ASUS Auto Installation CD Guide 1 x TS300-E6 Support CD...
.... Model Name TS300-E6/PS4 Chassis ASUS T50A Pedestal 5U Rackmount Chassis Motherboard ASUS P7F-E Server Board Component 1 x 390W 80+ Single Power Supply 4 x hot-swap HDD trays 1 x SAS/SATA2 Backplane (BP4LX-TRS8) with 4 x SATA Cables 1 x Front I/O Board (FPB-TRS8A) 1 x System Fan (Rear: 1 x 120mm x 38mm) Accessories 1 x TS300-E6 User's Guide 1 x ASUS ASWM 2.0 User's Guide 1 x ASUS Auto Installation CD Guide 1 x TS300-E6 Support CD...
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... Controller Intel Matrix Storage (for Linux / Windows) - The server supports Intel® LGA1156 Lynnfield / Clarkdale processors, plus other latest technologies through the chipsets onboard. Model Name TS300-E6/PS4 Processor / System Bus Core Logic 1 x Socket LGA1156 Quad ...174; 82574L + 1 x Mgmt LAN Graphic VGA Aspeed AST2050 8MB (continued on the next page) ASUS TS300-E6/PS4 1-3 Supports software RAID 0, 1, 5 & 10 Storage LSI MegaRAID (for Windows only) - 1.3 System specifications The ASUS TS300-E6/PS4 is a 5U barebone server system featuring the ASUS P7F-E server board.
... Controller Intel Matrix Storage (for Linux / Windows) - The server supports Intel® LGA1156 Lynnfield / Clarkdale processors, plus other latest technologies through the chipsets onboard. Model Name TS300-E6/PS4 Processor / System Bus Core Logic 1 x Socket LGA1156 Quad ...174; 82574L + 1 x Mgmt LAN Graphic VGA Aspeed AST2050 8MB (continued on the next page) ASUS TS300-E6/PS4 1-3 Supports software RAID 0, 1, 5 & 10 Storage LSI MegaRAID (for Windows only) - 1.3 System specifications The ASUS TS300-E6/PS4 is a 5U barebone server system featuring the ASUS P7F-E server board.
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condensing) *Specifications are subject to change without any notice) Optional anti-virus CD Pack Optional ASMB4-iKVM for KVM-over-IP support ASUS ASWM 2.0® 445mm x 217.5mm x 545mm 20 Kg 390W (80+) Single Power Supply Input: 100-240Vac, 6-3A, 50-60Hz, Class I /O... External Serial Port 3 x RJ-45 ports (1 for ASMB4-iKVM) 4 x USB 2.0 ports (Front x 2, Rear x 2) 1 x VGA port 1 x PS/2 keyboard port 1 x PS/2 mouse port Windows® Server 2008 Enterprise 32 / 64-bit Windows® Server 2003 R2 Enterprise 32 / 64-bit RedHat® Enterprise Linux AS5.0 32 / 64-bit SuSE® Linux Enterprise...
condensing) *Specifications are subject to change without any notice) Optional anti-virus CD Pack Optional ASMB4-iKVM for KVM-over-IP support ASUS ASWM 2.0® 445mm x 217.5mm x 545mm 20 Kg 390W (80+) Single Power Supply Input: 100-240Vac, 6-3A, 50-60Hz, Class I /O... External Serial Port 3 x RJ-45 ports (1 for ASMB4-iKVM) 4 x USB 2.0 ports (Front x 2, Rear x 2) 1 x VGA port 1 x PS/2 keyboard port 1 x PS/2 mouse port Windows® Server 2008 Enterprise 32 / 64-bit Windows® Server 2003 R2 Enterprise 32 / 64-bit RedHat® Enterprise Linux AS5.0 32 / 64-bit SuSE® Linux Enterprise...
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... panel. ASUS TS300-E6/PS4 1-5 Message LED HDD access LED Power LED LAN1 LED LAN2 LED Optical drive Empty 5.25-inch bays 4-bay HDD cage Security lock Power button Reset button USB 2.0 ports Headphone output jack* Microphone jack* *The audio jacks function only with easily accessible features. 1.4 Front panel features The barebone server displays a simple...
... panel. ASUS TS300-E6/PS4 1-5 Message LED HDD access LED Power LED LAN1 LED LAN2 LED Optical drive Empty 5.25-inch bays 4-bay HDD cage Security lock Power button Reset button USB 2.0 ports Headphone output jack* Microphone jack* *The audio jacks function only with easily accessible features. 1.4 Front panel features The barebone server displays a simple...
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... if you need to install other devices that may exceed the maximum power output. *WARNING HAZARDOUS MOVING PARTS KEEP FINGERS AND OTHER BODY PARTS AWAY ASUS TS300-E6/PS4 1-7 1.6 Internal features The barebone server includes the basic components as shown. 1 6 7 2 10 8 3 4 5 9 1. 390W 80+ Single Power supply unit: 2. 120mm x 38mm system fan (ARX FD1212-DP284G...
... if you need to install other devices that may exceed the maximum power output. *WARNING HAZARDOUS MOVING PARTS KEEP FINGERS AND OTHER BODY PARTS AWAY ASUS TS300-E6/PS4 1-7 1.6 Internal features The barebone server includes the basic components as shown. 1 6 7 2 10 8 3 4 5 9 1. 390W 80+ Single Power supply unit: 2. 120mm x 38mm system fan (ARX FD1212-DP284G...
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... inside the chassis that can cause injury, such as the CPU fan, rear fan, and other sharp-edged parts. • The images of the barebone server shown in this section are for about half an inch toward the rear until it aside. 1 2 2-2 Chapter 2: Hardware setup 2.1 Chassis cover 2.1.1 Removing the side cover...
... inside the chassis that can cause injury, such as the CPU fan, rear fan, and other sharp-edged parts. • The images of the barebone server shown in this section are for about half an inch toward the rear until it aside. 1 2 2-2 Chapter 2: Hardware setup 2.1 Chassis cover 2.1.1 Removing the side cover...
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... the HDD module cage latch counterclockwise. 4. When the HDD module cage is free of the arrow to remove the front plate from the server chassis. 2. This server comes with a 390W single power supply. Release the screw of the front plate and follow the direction of wires and other devices that ...eight SAS hard disk drives on the system, pay attention not to eight SAS hard disk drives by installing a second HDD module cage and an ASUS PIKE RAID card. Examine the chassis and ensure the bay space is completed inserted, the cage latch will be pushed back clockwise. 6 6. Insert...
... the HDD module cage latch counterclockwise. 4. When the HDD module cage is free of the arrow to remove the front plate from the server chassis. 2. This server comes with a 390W single power supply. Release the screw of the front plate and follow the direction of wires and other devices that ...eight SAS hard disk drives on the system, pay attention not to eight SAS hard disk drives by installing a second HDD module cage and an ASUS PIKE RAID card. Examine the chassis and ensure the bay space is completed inserted, the cage latch will be pushed back clockwise. 6 6. Insert...
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Locate the BMC_FW header on your barebone server. 1. 2.7.4 Installing ASMB4 management board Follow the steps below to install an optional ASMB4 management board on the motherboard. 2. Orient and press the ASMB4 management card in the right figure. 2-22 Chapter 2: Hardware setup Insert one end of the audio cable (bundled with the MIO audio card) to the cable container at the bottom of the server chassis, as shown in place. 2.7.5 Installing the audio card Follow the steps below to install an optional MIO audio card on your motherboard. 1.
Locate the BMC_FW header on your barebone server. 1. 2.7.4 Installing ASMB4 management board Follow the steps below to install an optional ASMB4 management board on the motherboard. 2. Orient and press the ASMB4 management card in the right figure. 2-22 Chapter 2: Hardware setup Insert one end of the audio cable (bundled with the MIO audio card) to the cable container at the bottom of the server chassis, as shown in place. 2.7.5 Installing the audio card Follow the steps below to install an optional MIO audio card on your motherboard. 1.
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... system chassis on its side. 2. Follow the previous instructions in reverse to reinstall the rear system fan. 2.9.2 Chassis footpads The barebone server system is shipped with a Philips (cross) screwdriver. 3. ASUS TS300-E6/PS4 2-29 Remove the footpad by rotating it counterclockwise with four footpads attached to remove the other three footpads. 3. Carefully �ta�...
... system chassis on its side. 2. Follow the previous instructions in reverse to reinstall the rear system fan. 2.9.2 Chassis footpads The barebone server system is shipped with a Philips (cross) screwdriver. 3. ASUS TS300-E6/PS4 2-29 Remove the footpad by rotating it counterclockwise with four footpads attached to remove the other three footpads. 3. Carefully �ta�...
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Installation options Chapter 3 This chapter describes how to install the optional components and devices into the barebone server. ASUS TS300-E6/PS4
Installation options Chapter 3 This chapter describes how to install the optional components and devices into the barebone server. ASUS TS300-E6/PS4
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... of the chassis with screws. 3. Align the screw holes on removing the footpads. Repeat the previous steps to secure the other inner rail to the server 1. These items are not included in this chapter are purchased separately. • We recommend that you allot at least 1U space above the...
... of the chassis with screws. 3. Align the screw holes on removing the footpads. Repeat the previous steps to secure the other inner rail to the server 1. These items are not included in this chapter are purchased separately. • We recommend that you allot at least 1U space above the...
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4. Align the front end holes of space (1U) on the outer holes to install the server. 2. From the rack front, find the corresponding 1U space for the second rail pair. 8. Repeat steps 3-6 to the rack: 1. Find the rear 1U space that ... the bottom of the chassis with three screws respectively. 3.3 Attaching the rails to the rack To attach the rails to attach the second rail pair. ASUS TS300-E6/PS4 3-3 Loosen the two screws on the outer holes to the 1U space. 4. Drive in two screws on the rack rails. 1U space 3.
4. Align the front end holes of space (1U) on the outer holes to install the server. 2. From the rack front, find the corresponding 1U space for the second rail pair. 8. Repeat steps 3-6 to the rack: 1. Find the rear 1U space that ... the bottom of the chassis with three screws respectively. 3.3 Attaching the rails to the rack To attach the rails to attach the second rail pair. ASUS TS300-E6/PS4 3-3 Loosen the two screws on the outer holes to the 1U space. 4. Drive in two screws on the rack rails. 1U space 3.
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Secure the server to the rack 1. 3.4 Mounting the server to the rack To mount the server to the rack. 3-4 Chapter 3: Installation options Push the server all the way into the rack. 3. Align the server rails with the rack rails. 2.
Secure the server to the rack 1. 3.4 Mounting the server to the rack To mount the server to the rack. 3-4 Chapter 3: Installation options Push the server all the way into the rack. 3. Align the server rails with the rack rails. 2.
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Power Supply SMBus connector (5-pin PSUSMB1) This connector allows you to connect SMBus (System Management Bus) to the power supply unit to read PSU information. Devices communicate with an SMBus host and/or other SMBus devices using the SMBus interface. 9. ASUS TS300-E6/PS4 4-13 BMC header (BMC_FW1) The BMC connector on the motherboard supports an ASUS® Server Management Board 4 Series (ASMB4). 10.
Power Supply SMBus connector (5-pin PSUSMB1) This connector allows you to connect SMBus (System Management Bus) to the power supply unit to read PSU information. Devices communicate with an SMBus host and/or other SMBus devices using the SMBus interface. 9. ASUS TS300-E6/PS4 4-13 BMC header (BMC_FW1) The BMC connector on the motherboard supports an ASUS® Server Management Board 4 Series (ASMB4). 10.