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...-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 ...38 5.7.2 Boot Features 5-39 5.8 Exit menu 5-40 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...
...-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 ...38 5.7.2 Boot Features 5-39 5.8 Exit menu 5-40 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...
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... 6.4 Global Array Manager 6-39 7. 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
... 6.4 Global Array Manager 6-39 7. 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
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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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...; If the power supply is broken, do not try to fix it by yourself. This product is equipped with the server package. ・ Before using the server, make sure all cables are correctly connected and the power cables are not damaged. Lithium-Ion Battery Warning CAUTION! ix ...the system. CD-ROM Drive Safety Warning CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT Heavy System CAUTION! Place the server on this server must be conducted by certified or experienced engineers. ・ Before operating the server, carefully read all the manuals included with a three-wire power cable and plug for the user...
...; If the power supply is broken, do not try to fix it by yourself. This product is equipped with the server package. ・ Before using the server, make sure all cables are correctly connected and the power cables are not damaged. Lithium-Ion Battery Warning CAUTION! ix ...the system. CD-ROM Drive Safety Warning CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT Heavy System CAUTION! Place the server on this server must be conducted by certified or experienced engineers. ・ Before operating the server, carefully read all the manuals included with a three-wire power cable and plug for the user...
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... This chapter also describes the software applications that you have to install the drivers for solving common problems when using the barebone server. Chapter 3: Installation options This chapter describes how to change system settings through the BIOS Setup menus and describes the BIOS ...parameters. 6. Chapter 5: BIOS information This chapter tells how to install optional components into the barebone server. 4. Chapter 6: RAID configuration This chapter provides information on how to create a RAID set and how to perform when installing or...
... This chapter also describes the software applications that you have to install the drivers for solving common problems when using the barebone server. Chapter 3: Installation options This chapter describes how to change system settings through the BIOS Setup menus and describes the BIOS ...parameters. 6. Chapter 5: BIOS information This chapter tells how to install optional components into the barebone server. 4. Chapter 6: RAID configuration This chapter provides information on how to create a RAID set and how to perform when installing or...
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... Instructions that you MUST follow to aid in completing a task. References Refer to set up and use the proprietary ASUS server management utility. 2. ASUS Server Web-based Management (ASWM) user guide This manual tells how to the following symbols used throughout this guide Audience This... complete a task. xi Conventions To make sure that you perform certain tasks properly, take note of configuring a server. ASUS websites The ASUS websites worldwide provide updated information for system integrators and experienced users with at least basic knowledge of the following sources for...
... Instructions that you MUST follow to aid in completing a task. References Refer to set up and use the proprietary ASUS server management utility. 2. ASUS Server Web-based Management (ASWM) user guide This manual tells how to the following symbols used throughout this guide Audience This... complete a task. xi Conventions To make sure that you perform certain tasks properly, take note of configuring a server. ASUS websites The ASUS websites worldwide provide updated information for system integrators and experienced users with at least basic knowledge of the following sources for...
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...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. Chassis Pedestal/Rackmount 5U...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 Model Only): - 1.2 System specifications The ASUS TS500-E4 is a pedestal/5U barebone server system featuring the ASUS DSBV-D motherboard.
...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. Chassis Pedestal/Rackmount 5U...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 Model Only): - 1.2 System specifications The ASUS TS500-E4 is a pedestal/5U barebone server system featuring the ASUS DSBV-D motherboard.
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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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The drive bays, power and reset buttons, LED indicators, optical drive, floppy drive, and USB 2.0 ports are available. 1.3 Front panel features The barebone server displays a simple and stylish front panel with easily accessible features. 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.
The drive bays, power and reset buttons, LED indicators, optical drive, floppy drive, and USB 2.0 ports are available. 1.3 Front panel features The barebone server displays a simple and stylish front panel with easily accessible features. 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.
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Chassis fan 3. Optical drive 7. 2 x5.25-inch drive bays 8. Front I/O board ASUS TS500-E4 1- The photo below shows the TS500-E4 with the disk blower installed. Expansion card locks 6. PA4 (4 hot-swap SATA configuration) 6 4 1 7 2 9 8 3 5 10 1. Power supply unit 2. HDD blower(HDD drive cage inside) 9. SATA2 backplane(PA4 Model Only) 10. Chassis intrusion switch 5. ASUS DSBV-D Motherboard 4. 1.5 Internal features The barebone server system includes the basic components as shown.
Chassis fan 3. Optical drive 7. 2 x5.25-inch drive bays 8. Front I/O board ASUS TS500-E4 1- The photo below shows the TS500-E4 with the disk blower installed. Expansion card locks 6. PA4 (4 hot-swap SATA configuration) 6 4 1 7 2 9 8 3 5 10 1. Power supply unit 2. HDD blower(HDD drive cage inside) 9. SATA2 backplane(PA4 Model Only) 10. Chassis intrusion switch 5. ASUS DSBV-D Motherboard 4. 1.5 Internal features The barebone server system includes the basic components as shown.
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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. You can simply push or slide mechanical bolts and locks to remove the cover. 2.1.1 Removing the side cover...
... 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. You can simply push or slide mechanical bolts and locks to remove the cover. 2.1.1 Removing the side cover...
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2.2 Motherboard information The barbone server comes with the DSBV-D motherboard already installed. The motherboard is secured to do so can cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components! 2- Chapter 2: Hardware setup Failure to the chassis by six (6) screws as indicated by the circles in the illustration below. Refer to unplug the chassis power cord before installing or removing the motherboard. Place this side towards the rear of the chassis DSBV-D Make sure to "Chapter 4 Motherboard information" for detailed information on the motherboard.
2.2 Motherboard information The barbone server comes with the DSBV-D motherboard already installed. The motherboard is secured to do so can cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components! 2- Chapter 2: Hardware setup Failure to the chassis by six (6) screws as indicated by the circles in the illustration below. Refer to unplug the chassis power cord before installing or removing the motherboard. Place this side towards the rear of the chassis DSBV-D Make sure to "Chapter 4 Motherboard information" for detailed information on the motherboard.
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... systems, disable the Hyper-Threading Technology item in the BIOS to ensure system stability and performance. • Installing Windows® 2003 Server or later version is set to compile the code. ASUS TS500-E4 2- 6. Close the load plate (A), then A push the load lever (B) until it snaps into the socket to enable the Hyper-Threading...
... systems, disable the Hyper-Threading Technology item in the BIOS to ensure system stability and performance. • Installing Windows® 2003 Server or later version is set to compile the code. ASUS TS500-E4 2- 6. Close the load plate (A), then A push the load lever (B) until it snaps into the socket to enable the Hyper-Threading...
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... roller wheels The barebone server system is shipped with the bundled roller wheels • you want to replace the footpads with four footpads attached to the bottom of a footpad. 3. Use a flat screwdriver to flip out the top layer of the chassis for instructions) To remove the footpads: 1. ASUS TS500-E4 2-45 You need to...
... roller wheels The barebone server system is shipped with the bundled roller wheels • you want to replace the footpads with four footpads attached to the bottom of a footpad. 3. Use a flat screwdriver to flip out the top layer of the chassis for instructions) To remove the footpads: 1. ASUS TS500-E4 2-45 You need to...
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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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... section "2.10.7 Chassis footpads and roller wheels" 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. Locate two round mylars on the industrial rack. 3- Chapter 3: Installation option Carefully remove each mylar using a sharp...
... section "2.10.7 Chassis footpads and roller wheels" 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. Locate two round mylars on the industrial rack. 3- Chapter 3: Installation option Carefully remove each mylar using a sharp...
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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 ...