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Contents 5.1.2 Updating the BIOS using the Phoenix Phlash16 Utility.........5-3 5.1.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 2 utility 5-4 5.1.4 ASUS Update utility 5-6 5.2 BIOS setup program 5-9 5.2.1 BIOS menu screen 5-10 5.2.2 Menu bar 5-10 5.2.3 Legend bar 5-11 ...5.4.4 ICH USB Control Sub-Menu 5-25 5.4.5 Peripheral Devices Configuration 5-26 5.4.6 ACPI Configuration 5-28 5.4.7 Power On Configuration 5-29 5.4.8 Hardware Monitor 5-30 5.5 Server menu 5-33 5.5.1 Console Redirection 5-33 5.5.2 DMI Event Logging 5-35 5.6 Security menu 5-36 5.7 Boot menu 5-38 5.7.1 Boot Device Priority 5-38 5.7.2 ...
Contents 5.1.2 Updating the BIOS using the Phoenix Phlash16 Utility.........5-3 5.1.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 2 utility 5-4 5.1.4 ASUS Update utility 5-6 5.2 BIOS setup program 5-9 5.2.1 BIOS menu screen 5-10 5.2.2 Menu bar 5-10 5.2.3 Legend bar 5-11 ...5.4.4 ICH USB Control Sub-Menu 5-25 5.4.5 Peripheral Devices Configuration 5-26 5.4.6 ACPI Configuration 5-28 5.4.7 Power On Configuration 5-29 5.4.8 Hardware Monitor 5-30 5.5 Server menu 5-33 5.5.1 Console Redirection 5-33 5.5.2 DMI Event Logging 5-35 5.6 Security menu 5-36 5.7 Boot menu 5-38 5.7.1 Boot Device Priority 5-38 5.7.2 ...
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Chapter 7: Driver installation 7.1 RAID driver installation 7-2 7.1.1 Creating a RAID driver disk 7-2 7.1.2 Installing the RAID controller driver 7-3 7.2 LAN driver installation 7-12 7.2.1 Windows 2000/Server 2003 7-12 7.2.2 Red Hat/SuSE Linux 7-16 7.3 VGA driver installation 7-17 vi Contents 6. Chapter 6: RAID configuration 6.1 Setting up RAID 6-2 6.1.1 RAID definitions 6-2 6.1.2 Installing hard disk drives 6-3 6.1.3 ...
Chapter 7: Driver installation 7.1 RAID driver installation 7-2 7.1.1 Creating a RAID driver disk 7-2 7.1.2 Installing the RAID controller driver 7-3 7.2 LAN driver installation 7-12 7.2.1 Windows 2000/Server 2003 7-12 7.2.2 Red Hat/SuSE Linux 7-16 7.3 VGA driver installation 7-17 vi Contents 6. Chapter 6: RAID configuration 6.1 Setting up RAID 6-2 6.1.1 RAID definitions 6-2 6.1.2 Installing hard disk drives 6-3 6.1.3 ...
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7.3.1 Windows 2000/Server 2003 7-17 Appendix: Reference information A.1 670 W single power supply A-2 A.1.1 General description A-2 A.1.2 Specifications A-3 A.2 Simple fixes A-4 vii
7.3.1 Windows 2000/Server 2003 7-17 Appendix: Reference information A.1 670 W single power supply A-2 A.1.1 General description A-2 A.1.2 Specifications A-3 A.2 Simple fixes A-4 vii
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...avoid electrical shock. Lithium-Ion Battery Warning CAUTION! CD-ROM Drive Safety Warning CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT Heavy System CAUTION! This server system is broken, do not try to the manufacturer's instructions. Danger of used batteries according to fix it by yourself. Operation... Safety ・ Any mechanical operation on a stable surface. ix Ask for the devices are connected. Place the server on this server must be conducted by the manufacturer. Contact a qualified service technician or your dealer as soon as possible. ・ To...
...avoid electrical shock. Lithium-Ion Battery Warning CAUTION! CD-ROM Drive Safety Warning CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT Heavy System CAUTION! This server system is broken, do not try to the manufacturer's instructions. Danger of used batteries according to fix it by yourself. Operation... Safety ・ Any mechanical operation on a stable surface. ix Ask for the devices are connected. Place the server on this server must be conducted by the manufacturer. Contact a qualified service technician or your dealer as soon as possible. ・ To...
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... Reference information This section provides information about the motherboard that the barebone server supports. 8. About this guide Audience This user guide is intended for system integrators and experienced users with the server. Contents This guide contains the following parts: 1. This chapter also ...describes the software applications that comes with at least basic knowledge of the server, including sections on how toconfigure your hard disk drives as RAID sets. 7. Chapter 4: Motherboard information This chapter gives...
... Reference information This section provides information about the motherboard that the barebone server supports. 8. About this guide Audience This user guide is intended for system integrators and experienced users with the server. Contents This guide contains the following parts: 1. This chapter also ...describes the software applications that comes with at least basic knowledge of the server, including sections on how toconfigure your hard disk drives as RAID sets. 7. Chapter 4: Motherboard information This chapter gives...
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... to complete a task. Refer to set up and use the proprietary ASUS server management utility. 2. Conventions To make sure that you perform certain tasks properly, take note of configuring a server. ASUS Server Web-based Management (ASWM) user guide This manual tells how to the ASUS contact information. xi IMPORTANT: Instructions that you MUST follow to complete...
... to complete a task. Refer to set up and use the proprietary ASUS server management utility. 2. Conventions To make sure that you perform certain tasks properly, take note of configuring a server. ASUS Server Web-based Management (ASWM) user guide This manual tells how to the ASUS contact information. xi IMPORTANT: Instructions that you MUST follow to complete...
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... USB 2.0 ports Power switch Reset switch LEDs: Power, HDD access, message Drive LEDs: Status, activity (continued on the next page) ASUS TS500-E4 1- The server supports dual Intel LGA771 Xeon processors with EM64T technology, plus other latest technologies through the chipsets onboard. Intel Matrix Storage (Windows) support ...82563EB PCI-E Gigabit LAN controller) VGA ATI ES1000 VGA controller Supports 32MB display memory Storage 4 x Hot-Swap SATA2(PA4 & PX4 Model)/SAS(PX4 Model Only) HDDs bay 3 x 5.25" Drive bay, 1 x 1.44MB FDD bay RAID Intel® 6321ESB ICH controller supports(PA4 ...
... USB 2.0 ports Power switch Reset switch LEDs: Power, HDD access, message Drive LEDs: Status, activity (continued on the next page) ASUS TS500-E4 1- The server supports dual Intel LGA771 Xeon processors with EM64T technology, plus other latest technologies through the chipsets onboard. Intel Matrix Storage (Windows) support ...82563EB PCI-E Gigabit LAN controller) VGA ATI ES1000 VGA controller Supports 32MB display memory Storage 4 x Hot-Swap SATA2(PA4 & PX4 Model)/SAS(PX4 Model Only) HDDs bay 3 x 5.25" Drive bay, 1 x 1.44MB FDD bay RAID Intel® 6321ESB ICH controller supports(PA4 ...
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Rear panel Management Hardware support Hardware monitors Power supply Dimensions 1 x PS/2 keyboard port 1 x PS/2 mouse port 1 x Serial port 1 x VGA port 2 x USB 2.0 ports 2 x RJ-45 ports (with LEDs) 1 x Power connector ASUS Server Web-based Management (ASWM) SM-Bus, ASMB3 supports IMIP 2.0 LAN management card Voltage, temperature, and fan speed monitoring Automatic System Restart (ASR) feature 670W single power supply, 100V~240V, 50Hz~60Hz 431mm (H) x 220mm (W) x 510mm (D) Specifications are subject to change without notice. 1- Chapter 1: Product introduction
Rear panel Management Hardware support Hardware monitors Power supply Dimensions 1 x PS/2 keyboard port 1 x PS/2 mouse port 1 x Serial port 1 x VGA port 2 x USB 2.0 ports 2 x RJ-45 ports (with LEDs) 1 x Power connector ASUS Server Web-based Management (ASWM) SM-Bus, ASMB3 supports IMIP 2.0 LAN management card Voltage, temperature, and fan speed monitoring Automatic System Restart (ASR) feature 670W single power supply, 100V~240V, 50Hz~60Hz 431mm (H) x 220mm (W) x 510mm (D) Specifications are subject to change without notice. 1- Chapter 1: Product introduction
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ASUS TS500-E4 Optical drive Empty 5.25-inch bays Power button Reset button Message LED HDD access LED Power LED Floppy disk drive USB 2.0 ports HDD bays Security lock 1- For future installation of 5.25-inch devices, two drive bays are located on the front panel. 1.3 Front panel features The barebone server displays a simple and stylish front panel with easily accessible features. The drive bays, power and reset buttons, LED indicators, optical drive, floppy drive, and USB 2.0 ports are available.
ASUS TS500-E4 Optical drive Empty 5.25-inch bays Power button Reset button Message LED HDD access LED Power LED Floppy disk drive USB 2.0 ports HDD bays Security lock 1- For future installation of 5.25-inch devices, two drive bays are located on the front panel. 1.3 Front panel features The barebone server displays a simple and stylish front panel with easily accessible features. The drive bays, power and reset buttons, LED indicators, optical drive, floppy drive, and USB 2.0 ports are available.
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Chassis fan 3. Power supply unit 2. Chassis intrusion switch 5. Expansion card locks 6. SATA2 backplane(PA4 Model Only) 10. 1.5 Internal features The barebone server system includes the basic components as shown. ASUS DSBV-D Motherboard 4. Front I/O board ASUS TS500-E4 1- HDD blower(HDD drive cage inside) 9. PA4 (4 hot-swap SATA configuration) 6 4 1 7 2 9 8 3 5 10 1. The photo below shows the TS500-E4 with the disk blower installed. Optical drive 7. 2 x5.25-inch drive bays 8.
Chassis fan 3. Power supply unit 2. Chassis intrusion switch 5. Expansion card locks 6. SATA2 backplane(PA4 Model Only) 10. 1.5 Internal features The barebone server system includes the basic components as shown. ASUS DSBV-D Motherboard 4. Front I/O board ASUS TS500-E4 1- HDD blower(HDD drive cage inside) 9. PA4 (4 hot-swap SATA configuration) 6 4 1 7 2 9 8 3 5 10 1. The photo below shows the TS500-E4 with the disk blower installed. Optical drive 7. 2 x5.25-inch drive bays 8.
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... an inch toward the rear until it aside. 1 2 Viewing the internal structure Without the side cover, the internal structure and installed components of the barebone server vary depending on the model you purchased. Carefully lift the cover and set it is disengaged from the chassis. 3. Perform the procedures in the succeeding...
... an inch toward the rear until it aside. 1 2 Viewing the internal structure Without the side cover, the internal structure and installed components of the barebone server vary depending on the model you purchased. Carefully lift the cover and set it is disengaged from the chassis. 3. Perform the procedures in the succeeding...
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Failure to "Chapter 4 Motherboard information" for detailed information on the motherboard. Refer to do so can cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components! 2- Chapter 2: Hardware setup 2.2 Motherboard information The barbone server comes with the DSBV-D motherboard already installed. Place this side towards the rear of the chassis DSBV-D Make sure to the chassis by six (6) screws as indicated by the circles in the illustration below. The motherboard is secured to unplug the chassis power cord before installing or removing the motherboard.
Failure to "Chapter 4 Motherboard information" for detailed information on the motherboard. Refer to do so can cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components! 2- Chapter 2: Hardware setup 2.2 Motherboard information The barbone server comes with the DSBV-D motherboard already installed. Place this side towards the rear of the chassis DSBV-D Make sure to the chassis by six (6) screws as indicated by the circles in the illustration below. The motherboard is secured to unplug the chassis power cord before installing or removing the motherboard.
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...operating systems, disable the Hyper-Threading Technology item in the BIOS to ensure system stability and performance. • Installing Windows® 2003 Server or later version is recommended. • Make sure to compile the code. Notes on Intel® Hyper-Threading Technology • This... Hyper-Threading Technology on the socket and damaging the CPU! Power up the system and enter the BIOS Setup (see Chapter 5: BIOS information). ASUS TS500-E4 2- B The CPU fits in only one correct orientation. 6. Close the load plate (A), then A push the load lever (B) until it snaps...
...operating systems, disable the Hyper-Threading Technology item in the BIOS to ensure system stability and performance. • Installing Windows® 2003 Server or later version is recommended. • Make sure to compile the code. Notes on Intel® Hyper-Threading Technology • This... Hyper-Threading Technology on the socket and damaging the CPU! Power up the system and enter the BIOS Setup (see Chapter 5: BIOS information). ASUS TS500-E4 2- B The CPU fits in only one correct orientation. 6. Close the load plate (A), then A push the load lever (B) until it snaps...
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... to "Chapter 3 Installation options" of a footpad. 3. Lay the system chassis on its side. 2. ASUS TS500-E4 2-45 Repeat steps 2 and 3 to the bottom of the chassis for instructions) To remove the footpads: 1. 2.10.7 Chassis footpads and roller wheels The barebone server system is shipped with the bundled roller wheels • you want to replace...
... to "Chapter 3 Installation options" of a footpad. 3. Lay the system chassis on its side. 2. ASUS TS500-E4 2-45 Repeat steps 2 and 3 to the bottom of the chassis for instructions) To remove the footpads: 1. 2.10.7 Chassis footpads and roller wheels The barebone server system is shipped with the bundled roller wheels • you want to replace...
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ASUS TS500-E4 3- Installation option Chapter 3 This chapter describes how to install optional components into the barebone server.
ASUS TS500-E4 3- Installation option Chapter 3 This chapter describes how to install optional components into the barebone server.
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... items are purchased separately. 3.1 P reparing the system for rack mounting 3.1.1 Removing the footpads or roller wheels Refer to attach the rails and on the barebone server system and the corresponding rails on top cover. 5. Refer to section "2.5.1 Removing the front panel assembly. 3. The items required for instructions on removing the footpads...
... items are purchased separately. 3.1 P reparing the system for rack mounting 3.1.1 Removing the footpads or roller wheels Refer to attach the rails and on the barebone server system and the corresponding rails on top cover. 5. Refer to section "2.5.1 Removing the front panel assembly. 3. The items required for instructions on removing the footpads...
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This chapter includes the motherboard layout, jumper settings, and connector locations. Motherboard info Chapter 4 This chapter gives information about the motherboard that comes with the server.
This chapter includes the motherboard layout, jumper settings, and connector locations. Motherboard info Chapter 4 This chapter gives information about the motherboard that comes with the server.
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5.2.1 BIOS menu screen Menu items Menu bar Configuration fields PhoenixBIOS Setup Utility Main Advanced Server Security Boot Exit System Date System Time Floppy A IDE Configuration IDE Channel 0 Master IDE Channel 0 Slave SATA Port 1 SATA Port 2... has the following main items: Main For changing the basic system configuration Advanced For changing the advanced system settings Server For changing the advanced server settings Security For changing the security settings Boot For changing the system boot configuration Exit For selecting the exit options...
5.2.1 BIOS menu screen Menu items Menu bar Configuration fields PhoenixBIOS Setup Utility Main Advanced Server Security Boot Exit System Date System Time Floppy A IDE Configuration IDE Channel 0 Master IDE Channel 0 Slave SATA Port 1 SATA Port 2... has the following main items: Main For changing the basic system configuration Advanced For changing the advanced system settings Server For changing the advanced server settings Security For changing the security settings Boot For changing the system boot configuration Exit For selecting the exit options...
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PhoenixBIOS Setup Utility Main Advanced Server Security Boot Exit System Date System Time Floppy A [04/19/2006] [15 : 30 : 36] [1.44/1.25 MB 3 1/2"] IDE Configuration IDE Channel 0 Master [None] IDE Channel 0 ...
PhoenixBIOS Setup Utility Main Advanced Server Security Boot Exit System Date System Time Floppy A [04/19/2006] [15 : 30 : 36] [1.44/1.25 MB 3 1/2"] IDE Configuration IDE Channel 0 Master [None] IDE Channel 0 ...