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... Configuration 4-24 4.4.3 PCI Configuration 4-27 4.4.4 ICH USB Control Sub-Menu 4-29 4.4.5 Peripheral Devices Configuration 4-30 4.4.6 ACPI Configuration 4-32 4.4.7 Power On Configuration 4-33 4.4.8 Hardware Monitor 4-34 4.5 Server menu 4-37 5.5.1 Console Redirection 4-37 4.5.2 DMI Event Logging 4-39 4.6 Security menu 4-40 4.7 Boot menu 4-42 4.7.1 Boot Device Priority 4-42 4.7.2 Boot Features 4-43 4.8 Exit menu 4-44...
... Configuration 4-24 4.4.3 PCI Configuration 4-27 4.4.4 ICH USB Control Sub-Menu 4-29 4.4.5 Peripheral Devices Configuration 4-30 4.4.6 ACPI Configuration 4-32 4.4.7 Power On Configuration 4-33 4.4.8 Hardware Monitor 4-34 4.5 Server menu 4-37 5.5.1 Console Redirection 4-37 4.5.2 DMI Event Logging 4-39 4.6 Security menu 4-40 4.7 Boot menu 4-42 4.7.1 Boot Device Priority 4-42 4.7.2 Boot Features 4-43 4.8 Exit menu 4-44...
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6.1.1 Creating a RAID driver disk 6-2 6.1.2 Installing the RAID controller driver 6-3 6.2 Intel® chipset software installation 6-12 6.3 LAN driver installation 6-15 6.3.1 Windows 2000/Server 2003 6-15 6.3.2 Red Hat/SuSE Linux 6-20 6.4 VGA driver installation 6-21 6.4.1 Windows® 2000/Server 2003 6-21 6.5 Management applications and utilities installation 6-24 6.5.1 Running the support CD 6-24 6.5.2 Drivers menu 6-24 6.5.3 Management Software menu 6-25 6.5.4 Utilities menu 6-25 6.5.5 Contact information 6-25 vi
6.1.1 Creating a RAID driver disk 6-2 6.1.2 Installing the RAID controller driver 6-3 6.2 Intel® chipset software installation 6-12 6.3 LAN driver installation 6-15 6.3.1 Windows 2000/Server 2003 6-15 6.3.2 Red Hat/SuSE Linux 6-20 6.4 VGA driver installation 6-21 6.4.1 Windows® 2000/Server 2003 6-21 6.5 Management applications and utilities installation 6-24 6.5.1 Running the support CD 6-24 6.5.2 Drivers menu 6-24 6.5.3 Management Software menu 6-25 6.5.4 Utilities menu 6-25 6.5.5 Contact information 6-25 vi
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... power cables for the system unit and all attached devices are not damaged. Place the server on this server must be conducted by certified or experienced engineers. • Before operating the server, carefully read all cables are correctly connected and the power cables are unplugged. •... system before the signal cables are connected. If any additional devices to avoid electrical shock. Replace only with the server package. • Before using the server, make sure all the manuals included with the same or equivalent type recommended by yourself. Contact a qualified service ...
... power cables for the system unit and all attached devices are not damaged. Place the server on this server must be conducted by certified or experienced engineers. • Before operating the server, carefully read all cables are correctly connected and the power cables are unplugged. •... system before the signal cables are connected. If any additional devices to avoid electrical shock. Replace only with the server package. • Before using the server, make sure all the manuals included with the same or equivalent type recommended by yourself. Contact a qualified service ...
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... 6: Driver installation This chapter provides instructions for installing the necessary drivers for system integrators and experienced users with the server. This chapter includes the motherboard layout, jumper settings, and connector locations. 4. Chapter 5: RAID configuration This chapter tells how to change the system settings through... or removing system components. 3. ix About this guide Audience This user guide is intended for different system components. Detailed descriptions of the barebone server, including sections on the front panel and rear panel specifications. 2.
... 6: Driver installation This chapter provides instructions for installing the necessary drivers for system integrators and experienced users with the server. This chapter includes the motherboard layout, jumper settings, and connector locations. 4. Chapter 5: RAID configuration This chapter tells how to change the system settings through... or removing system components. 3. ix About this guide Audience This user guide is intended for different system components. Detailed descriptions of the barebone server, including sections on the front panel and rear panel specifications. 2.
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... to set up and use the proprietary ASUS server management utility. 2. Reference 1. IMPORTANT: Instructions that you MUST follow to complete a task. WARNING: Information to prevent injury to yourself when trying to aid in completing a task. ASUS websites The ASUS websites worldwide provide updated information for all ASUS hardware and software products. Conventions To make sure...
... to set up and use the proprietary ASUS server management utility. 2. Reference 1. IMPORTANT: Instructions that you MUST follow to complete a task. WARNING: Information to prevent injury to yourself when trying to aid in completing a task. ASUS websites The ASUS websites worldwide provide updated information for all ASUS hardware and software products. Conventions To make sure...
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Product introduction Chapter 1 This chapter describes the general features of the barebone server, including sections on the front panel and rear panel specifications. 1-
Product introduction Chapter 1 This chapter describes the general features of the barebone server, including sections on the front panel and rear panel specifications. 1-
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...memory modules with EM64T technology, plus other latest technologies through the chipsets onboard. 1.2 System specifications The ASUS TS700-E4/RX8/RX8 is a 5U barebone server system featuring the ASUS DSBF-D12/SAS motherboard. Supports Intel® I/O Acceleration Technology (IOAT) ATI® ES1000 PCI...display controller - Zero-Channel RAID (optional) (continued on the next page) ASUS TS700-E4/RX8/RX8 1- The server supports dual Intel LGA771 Xeon processors with Advanced Memory Buffer (AMB chip) Supports 512 MB up to 48 GB system memory Intel® 82563 Gigabit Network Connection (Dual...
...memory modules with EM64T technology, plus other latest technologies through the chipsets onboard. 1.2 System specifications The ASUS TS700-E4/RX8/RX8 is a 5U barebone server system featuring the ASUS DSBF-D12/SAS motherboard. Supports Intel® I/O Acceleration Technology (IOAT) ATI® ES1000 PCI...display controller - Zero-Channel RAID (optional) (continued on the next page) ASUS TS700-E4/RX8/RX8 1- The server supports dual Intel LGA771 Xeon processors with Advanced Memory Buffer (AMB chip) Supports 512 MB up to 48 GB system memory Intel® 82563 Gigabit Network Connection (Dual...
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... keyboard port (purple) 1 x PS/2 mouse port (green) 2 x USB 2.0 ports 1 x Serial port 1 x VGA port 2 x LAN (RJ-45) ports ASUS Server Web-based Management (ASWM) Voltage, temperature, and fan speed monitoring Automatic System Restart (ASR) feature 1 + 1 730W redundant power supply, 115V~230V, 50Hz~60Hz 431mm (H)...Serial number label Before requesting support from the ASUS Technical Support team, you must take note of the product, ASUS Technical Support team members can then offer a quicker and satisfying solution to your problems. TS700-E4/RX8/ xxxxxxx-xxx 1- Chapter 1: Product introduction...
... keyboard port (purple) 1 x PS/2 mouse port (green) 2 x USB 2.0 ports 1 x Serial port 1 x VGA port 2 x LAN (RJ-45) ports ASUS Server Web-based Management (ASWM) Voltage, temperature, and fan speed monitoring Automatic System Restart (ASR) feature 1 + 1 730W redundant power supply, 115V~230V, 50Hz~60Hz 431mm (H)...Serial number label Before requesting support from the ASUS Technical Support team, you must take note of the product, ASUS Technical Support team members can then offer a quicker and satisfying solution to your problems. TS700-E4/RX8/ xxxxxxx-xxx 1- Chapter 1: Product introduction...
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..., two drive bays are located on the front panel. ASUS TS700-E4/RX8/RX8 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- 1.4 Front panel features The barebone server displays a simple yet stylish front panel with easily...
..., two drive bays are located on the front panel. ASUS TS700-E4/RX8/RX8 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- 1.4 Front panel features The barebone server displays a simple yet stylish front panel with easily...
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Chassis fan 7. 2 x 5.25-inch drive bays 3. Expansion card locks ASUS TS700-E4/RX8/RX8 1- Power supply unit 6. ASUS DSBF-D12/SAS Motherboard 8. Hot-swap HDD cages 4. SAS backplane 5. 1.6 Internal features The barebone server includes the basic components as shown. 2 5 4 1 3 6 7 8 9 8 1. Optical drive 2. Chassis intrusion switch 9.
Chassis fan 7. 2 x 5.25-inch drive bays 3. Expansion card locks ASUS TS700-E4/RX8/RX8 1- Power supply unit 6. ASUS DSBF-D12/SAS Motherboard 8. Hot-swap HDD cages 4. SAS backplane 5. 1.6 Internal features The barebone server includes the basic components as shown. 2 5 4 1 3 6 7 8 9 8 1. Optical drive 2. Chassis intrusion switch 9.
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... it is disengaged from the chassis as shown. 3. 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. Remove the two screws that allows convenient assembly and disassembly. Perform the procedures in the succeeding sections to...
... it is disengaged from the chassis as shown. 3. 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. Remove the two screws that allows convenient assembly and disassembly. Perform the procedures in the succeeding sections to...
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Failure to unplug the chassis power cord before installing or removing the motherboard. Place this side towards the rear of the chassis Make sure to do so can cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components! 2- Chapter 2: Hardware setup The motherboard is secured to Chapter 3 Motherboard info for detailed information on the motherboard. Refer to the chassis by nine (9) screws as indicated by the circles in the illustration below. ® 2.2 Motherboard information The barbone server comes with the DSBF-D12/SAS motherboard already installed.
Failure to unplug the chassis power cord before installing or removing the motherboard. Place this side towards the rear of the chassis Make sure to do so can cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components! 2- Chapter 2: Hardware setup The motherboard is secured to Chapter 3 Motherboard info for detailed information on the motherboard. Refer to the chassis by nine (9) screws as indicated by the circles in the illustration below. ® 2.2 Motherboard information The barbone server comes with the DSBF-D12/SAS motherboard already installed.
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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 supported by Intel® 5000 series CPU only. Reboot the computer. To use the Hyper-Threading compiler to... prevent bending the connectors on this motherboard: 1. ASUS TS700-E4/RX8 2- Notes on Hyper-Threading Technology, visit www.intel. Under the Advanced Menu, make sure that the item Hyper‑Threading Technology is supported under Windows® XP/2003 Server and Linux 2.4.x (kernel) and later versions only...
...systems, disable the Hyper-Threading Technology item in the BIOS to ensure system stability and performance. • Installing Windows® 2003 Server or later version is supported by Intel® 5000 series CPU only. Reboot the computer. To use the Hyper-Threading compiler to... prevent bending the connectors on this motherboard: 1. ASUS TS700-E4/RX8 2- Notes on Hyper-Threading Technology, visit www.intel. Under the Advanced Menu, make sure that the item Hyper‑Threading Technology is supported under Windows® XP/2003 Server and Linux 2.4.x (kernel) and later versions only...
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Motherboard info Chapter 3 This chapter gives information about the motherboard that comes with the server. This chapter includes the motherboard layout, jumper settings, and connector locations. ASUS TS700-E4/RX8 3-
Motherboard info Chapter 3 This chapter gives information about the motherboard that comes with the server. This chapter includes the motherboard layout, jumper settings, and connector locations. ASUS TS700-E4/RX8 3-
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...screen has the following main items: Main Advanced Server Security Boot Exit For changing the basic system configuration For changing the advanced system settings For ...changing the advanced server settings For changing the security settings For changing the system boot... Chapter 4: BIOS setup 4.2.1 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...
...screen has the following main items: Main Advanced Server Security Boot Exit For changing the basic system configuration For changing the advanced system settings For ...changing the advanced server settings For changing the security settings For changing the system boot... Chapter 4: BIOS setup 4.2.1 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...
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... At the top right corner of the menu screen is a brief description of the selected item. 4-12 Chapter 4: BIOS setup 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 SATA Port 3 SATA Port 4 System...
... At the top right corner of the menu screen is a brief description of the selected item. 4-12 Chapter 4: BIOS setup 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 SATA Port 3 SATA Port 4 System...
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... A [1.44M, 3½in.] Sets the type of the basic system information. Configuration options: [Disabled] [360 Kb 5¼"] [1.2 MB 5¼"] [720 Kb 3 ½" ] [1.44/1.25 MB 3 ½"] [2.88 MB 3½"] ASUS TS700-E4/RX8 4-13 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...
... A [1.44M, 3½in.] Sets the type of the basic system information. Configuration options: [Disabled] [360 Kb 5¼"] [1.2 MB 5¼"] [720 Kb 3 ½" ] [1.44/1.25 MB 3 ½"] [2.88 MB 3½"] ASUS TS700-E4/RX8 4-13 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...
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... F10: Save and Exit 4.4.1 Advanced Processor Options The following screen appears when you install an Intel® 5000 series CPU. PhoenixBIOS Setup Utility Main Advanced Server Security Boot Exit WARNING: Setting wrong value in below sections may cause system to malfunction. Some operating systems will require 1.1 for compatibility reasons. Take caution... malfunction. F1:Help ESC: Exit ↑↓ : Select Item →← : Select Menu -/+: Change Value Enter: Select SubMenu F5: Setup Defaults F10: Save and Exit ASUS TS700-E4/RX8 4-21
... F10: Save and Exit 4.4.1 Advanced Processor Options The following screen appears when you install an Intel® 5000 series CPU. PhoenixBIOS Setup Utility Main Advanced Server Security Boot Exit WARNING: Setting wrong value in below sections may cause system to malfunction. Some operating systems will require 1.1 for compatibility reasons. Take caution... malfunction. F1:Help ESC: Exit ↑↓ : Select Item →← : Select Menu -/+: Change Value Enter: Select SubMenu F5: Setup Defaults F10: Save and Exit ASUS TS700-E4/RX8 4-21
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... Menu -/+: Change Value Enter: Select SubMenu F5: Setup Defaults F10: Save and Exit 5.5.1 Main Console Redirection PhoenixBIOS Setup Utility Advanced Server Security Boot Exit Console Redirection Com Port Address [Disabled] Item Specific Help If enabled, it will start running if the fan is not... Save and Exit ASUS TS700-E4/RX8 4-37 Configuration options: [39ºC] ~ [60ºC] FBD_FAN1/2 Speed, VCORE0/1 Voltage, VTT, +1.5V, +1.8V, +3V, +12V, +5V, +5VSB, VBAT These fields show the auto-detected values and are not user-configurable. 4.5 Server menu This Server menu items allow ...
... Menu -/+: Change Value Enter: Select SubMenu F5: Setup Defaults F10: Save and Exit 5.5.1 Main Console Redirection PhoenixBIOS Setup Utility Advanced Server Security Boot Exit Console Redirection Com Port Address [Disabled] Item Specific Help If enabled, it will start running if the fan is not... Save and Exit ASUS TS700-E4/RX8 4-37 Configuration options: [39ºC] ~ [60ºC] FBD_FAN1/2 Speed, VCORE0/1 Voltage, VTT, +1.5V, +1.8V, +3V, +12V, +5V, +5VSB, VBAT These fields show the auto-detected values and are not user-configurable. 4.5 Server menu This Server menu items allow ...