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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 Chapter 5: BIOS setup 5.1 Managing and updating your BIOS 5-2 5.1.1 AFUDOS utility 5-2 5.1.2 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility 5-4 5.2 BIOS setup program 5-5 5.2.1 ...
... 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 Chapter 5: BIOS setup 5.1 Managing and updating your BIOS 5-2 5.1.1 AFUDOS utility 5-2 5.1.2 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility 5-4 5.2 BIOS setup program 5-5 5.2.1 ...
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... 5-22 5.4.4 USB Configuration 5-23 5.4.5 PCIPnP 5-24 5.4.6 Power On Configuration 5-25 5.4.7 Event Log Configuration 5-26 5.4.8 Hardware Monitor 5-26 5.4.9 PCI Express Configuration 5-28 5.4.10 ACPI Configuration 5-28 5.5 Server menu 5-31 5.6 Boot menu 5-33 5.6.1 Boot Device Priority 5-33 5.6.2 Removable Drives 5-34 5.6.3 Boot Settings Configuration 5-34 5.6.4 Security 5-36 5.7 Exit menu 5-38 Chapter 6: RAID configuration 6.1 Setting...
... 5-22 5.4.4 USB Configuration 5-23 5.4.5 PCIPnP 5-24 5.4.6 Power On Configuration 5-25 5.4.7 Event Log Configuration 5-26 5.4.8 Hardware Monitor 5-26 5.4.9 PCI Express Configuration 5-28 5.4.10 ACPI Configuration 5-28 5.5 Server menu 5-31 5.6 Boot menu 5-33 5.6.1 Boot Device Priority 5-33 5.6.2 Removable Drives 5-34 5.6.3 Boot Settings Configuration 5-34 5.6.4 Security 5-36 5.7 Exit menu 5-38 Chapter 6: RAID configuration 6.1 Setting...
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... Setup Utility 6-33 Chapter 7: Driver installation 7.1 RAID driver installation 7-2 7.1.1 7.1.2 7.1.3 Creating a RAID driver disk 7-2 Windows® OS 7-5 Red Hat® Enterprise Linux OS 7-8 7.1.4 SUSE Linux Enterprise Server OS 7-10 7.2 Intel chipset device software installation 7-12 7.3 LAN driver installation 7-16 7.4 Display driver installation 7-20 7.5 Management applications and utilities installation 7-23 7.5.1 Running the support...
... Setup Utility 6-33 Chapter 7: Driver installation 7.1 RAID driver installation 7-2 7.1.1 7.1.2 7.1.3 Creating a RAID driver disk 7-2 Windows® OS 7-5 Red Hat® Enterprise Linux OS 7-8 7.1.4 SUSE Linux Enterprise Server OS 7-10 7.2 Intel chipset device software installation 7-12 7.3 LAN driver installation 7-16 7.4 Display driver installation 7-20 7.5 Management applications and utilities installation 7-23 7.5.1 Running the support...
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... Dispose of explosion if battery is heavy. Contact a qualified service technician or your dealer. Lithium-Ion Battery Warning CAUTION! This server system is incorrectly replaced. If possible, disconnect all power cables from the existing system before you service. • If the power... humidity, and temperature extremes. Danger of used batteries according to fix it by trained service personnel only. • Before operating the server, carefully read all the manuals included with a three-wire power cable and plug for assistance when moving or carrying the system. Replace ...
... Dispose of explosion if battery is heavy. Contact a qualified service technician or your dealer. Lithium-Ion Battery Warning CAUTION! This server system is incorrectly replaced. If possible, disconnect all power cables from the existing system before you service. • If the power... humidity, and temperature extremes. Danger of used batteries according to fix it by trained service personnel only. • Before operating the server, carefully read all the manuals included with a three-wire power cable and plug for assistance when moving or carrying the system. Replace ...
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... how to install the optional components and devices into the barebone server. 4. Check local regulations for different system components. Chapter 1: Product Introduction This chapter describes the general features of configuring a server. Chapter 2: Hardware setup This chapter lists the hardware setup procedures... this guide Audience This user guide is intended for system integrators, and experienced users with at least basic knowledge of the server, including sections on front panel and rear panel specifications. 2. This product has been designed to perform when installing or removing...
... how to install the optional components and devices into the barebone server. 4. Check local regulations for different system components. Chapter 1: Product Introduction This chapter describes the general features of configuring a server. Chapter 2: Hardware setup This chapter lists the hardware setup procedures... this guide Audience This user guide is intended for system integrators, and experienced users with at least basic knowledge of the server, including sections on front panel and rear panel specifications. 2. This product has been designed to perform when installing or removing...
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... Bold text Italics Command Indicates a menu or an item to complete a task. Example: means that you must press the enclosed key. ASUS websites The ASUS websites worldwide provide updated information for product and software updates. 1. CAUTION: Information to prevent damage to the components when trying to select....complete a task. DANGER/WARNING: Information to prevent injury to yourself when trying 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 complete a task.
... Bold text Italics Command Indicates a menu or an item to complete a task. Example: means that you must press the enclosed key. ASUS websites The ASUS websites worldwide provide updated information for product and software updates. 1. CAUTION: Information to prevent damage to the components when trying to select....complete a task. DANGER/WARNING: Information to prevent injury to yourself when trying 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 complete a task.
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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 TS700-E6/RS8
Product introduction Chapter 1 This chapter describes the general features of the server, including sections on front panel and rear panel specifications. ASUS TS700-E6/RS8
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... Supply Module ASUS TS700-E6/RS8 Rackmount Rail Kit Anti-virus Software CD *ASUS System Web-based Management If any of the product's serial number containing 12 characters such as xxxxxxxxxxxx. 1.1 System package contents Check your system package for the following items. Model Name TS700-E6/RS8 Chassis ASUS T50A Pedestal 5U Rackmount Chassis Motherboard ASUS Z8PE-D12X Server Board Component...
... Supply Module ASUS TS700-E6/RS8 Rackmount Rail Kit Anti-virus Software CD *ASUS System Web-based Management If any of the product's serial number containing 12 characters such as xxxxxxxxxxxx. 1.1 System package contents Check your system package for the following items. Model Name TS700-E6/RS8 Chassis ASUS T50A Pedestal 5U Rackmount Chassis Motherboard ASUS Z8PE-D12X Server Board Component...
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1.3 System specifications The ASUS TS700-E6/RS8 is a 5U barebone server system featuring the ASUS Z8PE-D12X server board. Quad-Core Intel® Xeon® X5500 Series (95W) - Model Name TS700-E6/RS8 2 x Socket LGA1366 Processor / System Bus - Supports software RAID 0, 1 & 10 Optional: ASUS PIKE 1068E 8-port SAS RAID card ASUS PIKE 6480 8-port SAS RAID card ASUS PIKE 1078 8-port SAS HW RAID...
1.3 System specifications The ASUS TS700-E6/RS8 is a 5U barebone server system featuring the ASUS Z8PE-D12X server board. Quad-Core Intel® Xeon® X5500 Series (95W) - Model Name TS700-E6/RS8 2 x Socket LGA1366 Processor / System Bus - Supports software RAID 0, 1 & 10 Optional: ASUS PIKE 1068E 8-port SAS RAID card ASUS PIKE 6480 8-port SAS RAID card ASUS PIKE 1078 8-port SAS HW RAID...
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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 17.5 Kg 620W 1+1 Redundant Power Supply Operation temperature: 10°C-35°C / Non ...) 1 x External Serial Port 2 x RJ-45 ports 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 17.5 Kg 620W 1+1 Redundant Power Supply Operation temperature: 10°C-35°C / Non ...) 1 x External Serial Port 2 x RJ-45 ports 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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Refer to section 1.7.1 Front panel LEDs for the LED descriptions. ASUS TS700-E6/RS8 1-5 Message LED HDD access LED Power LED Optical drive LAN1 LED LAN2 LED Empty 5.25-inch bays 4-bay HDD cage Security lock Power button Reset ... USB 2.0 ports are available. For future installation of 5.25-inch devices, two drive bays are located on the front panel. 1.4 Front panel features The barebone server displays a simple yet stylish front panel with an optional MIO audio card.
Refer to section 1.7.1 Front panel LEDs for the LED descriptions. ASUS TS700-E6/RS8 1-5 Message LED HDD access LED Power LED Optical drive LAN1 LED LAN2 LED Empty 5.25-inch bays 4-bay HDD cage Security lock Power button Reset ... USB 2.0 ports are available. For future installation of 5.25-inch devices, two drive bays are located on the front panel. 1.4 Front panel features The barebone server displays a simple yet stylish front panel with an optional MIO audio card.
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...HAZARDOUS MOVING PARTS KEEP FINGERS AND OTHER BODY PARTS AWAY ASUS TS700-E6/RS8 1-7 SATA/SAS backplane board (second set ) 10. Chassis intrusion switch 5. Connect a USB floppy disk drive or a USB ODD to any system component. The barebone server does not include a floppy disk drive and an ...optical disc drive. ASUS Z8PE-D12X Server Board 4. Expansion card locks 6. SATA/SAS backplane board (first set is an optional item) 2. 120mm...
...HAZARDOUS MOVING PARTS KEEP FINGERS AND OTHER BODY PARTS AWAY ASUS TS700-E6/RS8 1-7 SATA/SAS backplane board (second set ) 10. Chassis intrusion switch 5. Connect a USB floppy disk drive or a USB ODD to any system component. The barebone server does not include a floppy disk drive and an ...optical disc drive. ASUS Z8PE-D12X Server Board 4. Expansion card locks 6. SATA/SAS backplane board (first set is an optional item) 2. 120mm...
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... rear panel of the server chassis. 2. 2.2.2 Installing the CPU heatsink and fan To install the CPU heatsink and fan: 1. Place the CPU heatsink and fan on top of the four screws with a Philips (cross) screwdriver just enough to attach the CPU heatsink and fan to plug this connector. ASUS TS700-E6/RS8 2-7 Twist each of...
... rear panel of the server chassis. 2. 2.2.2 Installing the CPU heatsink and fan To install the CPU heatsink and fan: 1. Place the CPU heatsink and fan on top of the four screws with a Philips (cross) screwdriver just enough to attach the CPU heatsink and fan to plug this connector. ASUS TS700-E6/RS8 2-7 Twist each of...
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LAN port 3 LAN port 1 2-20 Chapter 2: Hardware setup Orient and press the ASMB4 management card in place. 3. Insert the LAN cable plug to install an optional ASMB4 management board on the motherboard. 2. Locate the BMC_FW header on your motherboard. 1. 2.7.4 Installing ASMB4 management board Follow the steps below to the LAN port 3 (dedicated LAN) or LAN port 1 (shared LAN) for server management.
LAN port 3 LAN port 1 2-20 Chapter 2: Hardware setup Orient and press the ASMB4 management card in place. 3. Insert the LAN cable plug to install an optional ASMB4 management board on the motherboard. 2. Locate the BMC_FW header on your motherboard. 1. 2.7.4 Installing ASMB4 management board Follow the steps below to the LAN port 3 (dedicated LAN) or LAN port 1 (shared LAN) for server management.
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Lay the system chassis on its side. 2. ASUS TS700-E6/RS8 2-27 2.9.2 Chassis footpads The barebone server system is shipped with a Philips (cross) screwdriver. 3. Repeat step 1 and 2 to Chapter 3: Installation options of the chassis for instructions) To remove the footpads 1. Remove the footpad by rotating it counterclockwise with four footpads attached to the bottom of this user guide, and to the "Rackmount Kit" user guide for stability. You need to remove these footpads if you wish to install the system to a rack (Refer to remove the other three footpads.
Lay the system chassis on its side. 2. ASUS TS700-E6/RS8 2-27 2.9.2 Chassis footpads The barebone server system is shipped with a Philips (cross) screwdriver. 3. Repeat step 1 and 2 to Chapter 3: Installation options of the chassis for instructions) To remove the footpads 1. Remove the footpad by rotating it counterclockwise with four footpads attached to the bottom of this user guide, and to the "Rackmount Kit" user guide for stability. You need to remove these footpads if you wish to install the system to a rack (Refer to remove the other three footpads.
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ASUS TS700-E6/RS8 Installation options Chapter 3 This chapter describes how to install the optional components and devices into the barebone server.
ASUS TS700-E6/RS8 Installation options Chapter 3 This chapter describes how to install the optional components and devices into the barebone server.
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Slide out the inner rail from the chassis. 3.2 Attaching the inner rail to the server 1. Align the screw holes on removing the footpads. Repeat the previous steps to secure the other inner rail to the chassis top with screws. 3-2 ...Chapter 3: Installation options These items are purchased separately. • We recommend that you allot at least 1U space above the server system to section 2.9.2 Chassis footpads for the optional configurations described in this chapter are not included in the standard barebone system package. Removing the footpads...
Slide out the inner rail from the chassis. 3.2 Attaching the inner rail to the server 1. Align the screw holes on removing the footpads. Repeat the previous steps to secure the other inner rail to the chassis top with screws. 3-2 ...Chapter 3: Installation options These items are purchased separately. • We recommend that you allot at least 1U space above the server system to section 2.9.2 Chassis footpads for the optional configurations described in this chapter are not included in the standard barebone system package. Removing the footpads...
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Drive in two screws on the rack where you attached the rail. 6. Repeat steps 3-6 to the rack: 1. ASUS TS700-E6/RS8 3-3 Find the rear 1U space that corresponds to the front 1U space where you wish to the 1U space. 4. 3.3 Attaching the rails to the rack ... pair. From the rack front, find the corresponding 1U space for the second rail pair. 8. Select one unit of a rack rail pair to install the server. 2. Align the front end holes of space (1U) on the outer holes to secure the rear end. 7. Loosen the two screws on the outer holes...
Drive in two screws on the rack where you attached the rail. 6. Repeat steps 3-6 to the rack: 1. ASUS TS700-E6/RS8 3-3 Find the rear 1U space that corresponds to the front 1U space where you wish to the 1U space. 4. 3.3 Attaching the rails to the rack ... pair. From the rack front, find the corresponding 1U space for the second rail pair. 8. Select one unit of a rack rail pair to install the server. 2. Align the front end holes of space (1U) on the outer holes to secure the rear end. 7. Loosen the two screws on the outer holes...
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3.4 Mounting the server to the rack To mount the server to the rack: 1. Align the server rails with the rack rails. 2. Push the server all the way into the rack. 3-4 Chapter 3: Installation options
3.4 Mounting the server to the rack To mount the server to the rack: 1. Align the server rails with the rack rails. 2. Push the server all the way into the rack. 3-4 Chapter 3: Installation options
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BMC header (BMC_FW1) The BMC connector on the motherboard supports an ASUS® Server Management Board 4 Series (ASMB4). Connect the serial port module cable to this connector, then install the module to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis. 12. ASUS TS700-E6/RS8 4-15 11. Serial port connector (10-1 pin COM2) This connector is for a serial (COM) port.
BMC header (BMC_FW1) The BMC connector on the motherboard supports an ASUS® Server Management Board 4 Series (ASMB4). Connect the serial port module cable to this connector, then install the module to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis. 12. ASUS TS700-E6/RS8 4-15 11. Serial port connector (10-1 pin COM2) This connector is for a serial (COM) port.