RS162-E4/RX41U Rackmount Barebone ServerUser Guide
viiiReferencesRefer to the following sources for additional information, and for product and software updates.1.ASUSServerWeb-basedManagement
Chapter 5: BIOS setup5-28v02.58 (C) Copyright 1985-2004, American Megatrends, Inc. Hardware MonitorCPU1 Domain 0 Temperature 47℃/
ASUS RS162-E4/RX45-29v02.58 (C) Copyright 1985-2004, American Megatrends, Inc. Hardware MonitorCPU1 Domain 0 Target Temperature [075]C
Chapter 5: BIOS setup5-30The CPU 1/2 Domain 0/1 Target Temperature and SYSTEM 1/2 Target Temperature appear only when you set Smart Fan Control
ASUS RS162-E4/RX45-31Console RedirectionConsole RedirectionDMI Event LoggoingItemSpecicHelpAdditional setup menu tocongureconsole F1:Help
Chapter 5: BIOS setup5-32The following items appear only if you set the Com Port Address item to [On-board COM A] or [On-board COM B].Baud Rate [115.2
ASUS RS162-E4/RX45-33DMI Event Logging DMI Event LoggingEvent log validity ValidEvent log Capacity Space AvailableView DMI event log
Chapter 5: BIOS setup5-345.6 Security menuSupervisor Password Is ClearUser Password Is ClearSet Supervisor Password [Enter]Set Use
ASUS RS162-E4/RX45-352. In the Enter current password eld, type in your current password. Press <Enter>.3. The cu r s o r m o ves to t
Chapter 5: BIOS setup5-365.7 Boot menu 5.7.1 Boot Device PriorityBoot Device Priority Boot FeaturesItemSpecicHelpS p e c i f y t h e b o
ASUS RS162-E4/RX45-375.7.2 Boot FeaturesItemSpecicHelpAl low s the B IOS t o ski p certa i n tests while booting. This w i l l d e c r
This chapter describes the general features of the chassis kit. It includes sections on front panel and rear panel specications.Chapter 1P
Chapter 5: BIOS setup5-385.8 Exit menuItemSpecicHelpSave any changes to CMOS, exit BIOS Setup then reboot system. F1:Help ↑↓Select Item
ASUS RS162-E4/RX45-39Discard Changes and ExitSelect this option then press <Enter> if you wish to exit the Setup utility without saving your ch
Chapter 5: BIOS setup5-40
This chapter provides instructions for setting up, creating, and configuring RAID sets using the available utilities.Chapter 6RAID congurati
Chapter 6: RAID conguration6-26.1SettingupRAIDThe motherboard comes with LSI 1068 PCI-X SAS chipset that allows you to set RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 0+
ASUS RS162-E4/RX46-3Refer to Chapter 5 for details on entering and navigating through the BIOS Setup.6.1.4 RAID conguration utilitiesDependin
Chapter 6: RAID conguration6-46.2LSILogicMPTSetupUtilityThe LSI Logic MPT Setup Utility is an integrated RAID solution that allows you to allow
ASUS RS162-E4/RX46-53. The Adapter Properties screen appears. Use the arrow keys to select RAID Properties, then press <Enter>. 4. The
Chapter 6: RAID conguration6-65. The Create New Array screen shows the disks you can add to make up the IM volume. Use the arrow key to select a dis
ASUS RS162-E4/RX46-77. Repeat steps 5 and 6 to add the second disk to the volume.8. When done, press <C> to create the array, then select
Chapter 1: Product Introduciton1-21.1SystempackagecontentsCheck your system package for the following items.Chassis ASUS R12 1U rackmount chassi
Chapter 6: RAID conguration6-83. The Create New Array screen shows the disks you can add to make up the IME volume. Integrated Mirroring Enhanced
ASUS RS162-E4/RX46-94. Repeat step 5 to add the other disks to the volume.5. When done, press <C> to create the array, then select Save c
Chapter 6: RAID conguration6-106.2.3 Integrated Striping (IS) volumeOverviewThe Integrated Striping (IS) feature provides RAID 0 functionalit
ASUS RS162-E4/RX46-114. The Select New Array Type screen apprears. Use the arrow keys to select Create IM Volume, then press <Enter>.
Chapter 6: RAID conguration6-126. Repeat step 5 to add the other disks to the volume.7. When done, press <C> to create the array, then s
ASUS RS162-E4/RX46-136.2.4 Managing ArraysThe LSI Logic MPT Setup Utility allows you to perform other tasks related to conguring and maintaining IM a
Chapter 6: RAID conguration6-143. TheView Array screen appears. Here you can view properties of the RAID array(s) created. If you have congu
ASUS RS162-E4/RX46-15Managing hot sparesYou may congure one disk as a global hot spare to protect critical data on the IM/IME volume(s). You ma
Chapter 6: RAID conguration6-164. Use the arrow key to select the disk you would like to congure as hot spare, then move the cursor to the Hot Spr
ASUS RS162-E4/RX46-17Activating an arrayIf an array is removed from one controller/computer or moved to another, the array is considered inactive.
ASUS RS162-E4/RX41-31.2 SystemspecicationsThe ASUS RS162-E4/RX4 is a 1U barebone server system featuring the ASUS DSBF-DR12 motherboard.
Chapter 6: RAID conguration6-18Deleting an array• You cannot recover lost data if you delete an array. Make sure you back up important data before
ASUS RS162-E4/RX46-19Viewing SAS topology1. From the Adapter Properties screen, select SAS Topology. Press <Alt+D> to display device propert
Chapter 6: RAID conguration6-206.2.5 Selecting a boot diskYou can select a boot disk in the SAS Topology screen. This disk is then moved to sc
ASUS RS162-E4/RX46-216.2.6 Global_PropertiesFrom the Setup Utility screen, press <Ctrl+C> to enter LSI Logic Configuration, then sele
Chapter 6: RAID conguration6-22Boot Information Display ModeSets the disk infomation display mode. Configuration options: [Display adapters &
ASUS RS162-E4/RX46-23Restore DefaultsThis option allows you to discard the selections you made and restore the system defaults.
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This chapter provides instructions for installing the necessary drivers for different system components.Chapter 7Driver Installation
Chapter 7: Driver installation7-27.1 RAID driver installationAfter creating the RAID sets for your server system, you are now ready to install an oper
ASUS RS162-E4/RX47-3For systems with Red Hat® Enterprise versions that are not listed in the Makedisk menu, explore the support CD a
Chapter 1: Product Introduciton1-4Refer to "Chapter 4 Motherboard information" for details on the internal connectors.Rear panel 1 x PS/2 ke
Chapter 7: Driver installation7-44. Insert the RAID driver disk you created earlier to the oppy disk drive, then press <Enter>.5. Select the
ASUS RS162-E4/RX47-5ToanexistingWindows®2000/2003ServerOSTo install the RAID controller driver on an existing Windows® 2000/2003 Server OS:1.
Chapter 7: Driver installation7-65. Right-click the RAID controller item, then select Properties.6. Click the Driver tab, then click the Update Driv
ASUS RS162-E4/RX47-7Red Hat® Enterprise AS3.0 update 7To install the Intel® 6321ESB LSI Logic Embedded SATA RAID controller driver when instal
Chapter 7: Driver installation7-84. Select fd0 using the <Tab> key when asked to select the driver disk source. Press <Tab> to m
ASUS RS162-E4/RX47-96. Follow screen instructions to continue the OS installation.5. When prompted, insert the Red Hat® Enterprise ver. 3.0 RAID dri
Chapter 7: Driver installation7-10SuSE LinuxTo install the RAID controller driver when installing SuSE Linux OS:1. Boot the system from the SuSE Inst
ASUS RS162-E4/RX47-114. When prompted, insert the RAID driver disk to the floppy disk drive, then press <Enter>.5. When prompted, sele
Chapter 7: Driver installation7-127.2 LAN driver installationThis section provides the instructions on how to install Intel® Gigabit LAN controlle
ASUS RS162-E4/RX47-135. Click Next button when the Intel® PRO Network Connections – InstallShield Wizard window appears. 4. Click the Ins
ASUS RS162-E4/RX41-51.3 Front panel featuresThe barebone server displays a simple yet stylish front panel with easily accessible features. The p
Chapter 7: Driver installation7-146. Select the “I accept the terms in the license agreement” and then click the Next button. 7. Press the Complet
ASUS RS162-E4/RX47-158. Follow the screen instructions to complete installation.9. When nished, press Finish to continue.
Chapter 7: Driver installation7-16To verify the LAN controller driver installation:1. Right-click the My Computer icon on the Windows® desktop , then
ASUS RS162-E4/RX47-177.2.2 Red Hat/SuSE LinuxFollow these instructions when installing the Intel® LAN controller base driver for the in Red H
Chapter 7: Driver installation7-187.3 VGA driver installationThis section provides instructions on how to install the ATI® ES1000 Video Graphics Adapt
ASUS RS162-E4/RX47-194. The ATI Software window appears. Follow the screen instructions to complete installation.5. Select Yes to accept the
Chapter 7: Driver installation7-206. Press the button to activate quick installation.7. After completing the installation, restart the computer.
ASUS RS162-E4/RX47-217.4Managementapplicationsandutilities installationThe support CD that came with the motherboard package cont
Chapter 7: Driver installation7-227.4.3 Management Software menuThe Management Software menu displays the available n e t w o r k a n d s e r v
This appendix includes additional information that you mey refer to when conguring the motherboard.Appendix AReference information
Chapter 1: Product Introduciton1-61.5 Internal featuresThe barebone server includes the basic components as shown.1. PCI-X riser card bracket2. Powe
Appendix A: Reference informationA-2A.1 Intel EM64T• The motherboard is fully compatible with Intel Pentium 4 processors running on 32-bit operating s
ASUS RS162-E4/RX4A-3A.2.2 Using the EISTTo use the EIST feature:1. Turn on the computer, then enter the BIOS Setup.2. Go to the Advanced Menu. Hi
Appendix A: Reference informationA-4A.3PHLASH16.EXEandmemorymanagersPhlash16 may fail if your system is using memory managers, in which case the u
ASUS RS162-E4/RX4A-5A.4SpecicationsInput Characteristics Input Voltage Range NormalRange 110to127V-9.72A 200to240V-4.86A I
Appendix A: Reference informationA-6
ASUS RS162-E4/RX41-71.6 LED informationHDD Access LEDLAN2 LEDLAN1 LEDMessage LEDLocation LEDPower LEDLED Display status DescriptionPower LED ON System
Chapter 1: Product Introduciton1-81.6.3 Rear panel LEDsACT/LINK LED SPEED LEDStatus Description Status DescriptionOFF No link OFF 10Mbps connectionGre
This chapter lists the hardware setup procedures that you have to perform when installing or removing system components.Chapter 2Hardware
Copyright 2006© ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. All Rights Reserved.No part of this manual, including the products and software described in it, may be
Chapter 2: Hardware setup2-22.1 Chassis cover2.1.1 Remove the front cover2. Remove the six screws (refer to the figure for the locations) on t
ASUS RS162-E4/RX42-35. Push the front side of the top cover panel forward and lift it to expose the cable connectors and slots underneath.6. D
Chapter 2: Hardware setup2-42. Push the back side of the top cover panel backward until it is half inch away from the front upper cove
ASUS RS162-E4/RX42-52.2 Install the CPU and heatsinkASUS RS162-E4/RX4 sever system is powerd by the DSBF-DR12 sever board, which comes with
Chapter 2: Hardware setup2-62. Press the load lever with your thumb (A), then move it to the left (B) until it is released from the retention tab.PnP
ASUS RS162-E4/RX42-7The CPU fits in only one correct orientation. DO NOT force the CPU into the socket to prevent bending the connect
Chapter 2: Hardware setup2-82.3 System memory2.3.1 OverviewThis sever board comes with twelve Double Data Tate 2 (DDR2) Dual Inline Memory Modules (
ASUS RS162-E4/RX42-9DIMM installation reference tableNum b ers of DIMMSlots options1 DIMM_002 DIMM_00,DIMM_104 DIMM_00,DIMM_10,DIMM_20,DIMM_306 DIMM_
Chapter 2: Hardware setup2-102.3.3 Installing a DIMMTo install a DIMM:Unplug the power supply before adding or removing DIMMs or other syste
ASUS RS162-E4/RX42-112.4 Hot-swap hard disk drivesTo install a hot-swap HDD:1. Release a drive tray by pushing the spring lock to the right, then
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Chapter 2: Hardware setup2-125. Cearfully insert the drive tray and push it all the way to the depth of the bay until just a small
ASUS RS162-E4/RX42-132.5 Expansion slots2.5.1 Installing expenstion cardASUS RS162-E4/RX4 sever has a specially designed PCI riser card. If you w
Chapter 2: Hardware setup2-141. Follow the steps 1-2 on the last page to remove the riser card. Using a cross screw driver to remove the screws o
ASUS RS162-E4/RX42-152.5.3 Remove the expansion cardsTo change expension cards:1. Pull the riser card upward (see the arrow in the gure) as sh
Chapter 2: Hardware setup2-162. Prepare the SAS expans i o n module. connect it to the riser card and secure it.3. Put back the riser card
ASUS RS162-E4/RX42-172. Using a screw driver to secure the three scews on the battery moduel cards.If there is no battery module card on your Z
Chapter 2: Hardware setup2-186. Insert the transfer card with the installed ZCR card into the transfer card slot on the system board.7. Usi
ASUS RS162-E4/RX42-19IRQ Priority Standard Function0 1 System Timer1 2 Kayboard Controller2 N/A Progerammable Interrupt3* 11 Communications Port (COM2
Chapter 2: Hardware setup2-202.6 Cable connectionsPre-connected system cables1. PSU connectting card (connects PSU and the board)2. Rear panel SAS
ASUS RS162-E4/RX42-212.6.1 Serial Port cableThe system package provides a set of COM port cable module. You can install it into the COM1 openn
ii2.5.5 Install ZCR card (Optional) ... 2-162.5.6 Conguring an expansion card ...
Chapter 2: Hardware setup2-222.7SAS/SATAbackplanecablingConnects 8-pin power plugCON3_FAN34Connect CPU/system fan cablesCON1_FANCON4_FAN56CON5_FAN7
ASUS RS162-E4/RX42-232.8 Remove componentsBefore install/uninstall devices,you might need to remove the pre-installed components in the system. This s
Chapter 2: Hardware setup2-24To remove the system fans:1. Disconnect the fan cable from t h e f a n c o n n e c t o r o n t h e backplane
ASUS RS162-E4/RX42-252.8.2 Device fansThe system comes with two 40mm x 28mm device fans (15500 rpm), please refer to the gure below for the
Chapter 2: Hardware setup2-263. Remove the fan from the fan assembly as shown.4. Uninstall the fan following the instructions in the per
ASUS RS162-E4/RX42-272.8.4 Redundant PSU and Power backplabe boardThe system comes with a PSU that can be easily removed/installed. To remove
Chapter 2: Hardware setup2-283. Remove the 8-pin power cable connected to the SAS/SATA backplane board.4. Push the power backplane board as
ASUS RS162-E4/RX42-29Install the PSU and Power backplane1. Match the screw with the screw hole and use a screw driver to fasten it as shown to
Chapter 2: Hardware setup2-305. Using a screw driver to fasten the two screws on the power cable cover.6. Put the d e vice fan into i
ASUS RS162-E4/RX42-312.8.5 SAS/SATA2 Backpanel and Bridge CardFollow the steps below to remove/install SAS/SATA2 Backplane and the Bridge Card.1.
ASUS RS162-E4/RX4iii5.2.7 Pop-up window ... 5-125.2.8 General help ...
Chapter 2: Hardware setup2-325. Hold the bridge card and pull out it.6. Loosen the screws on the SAS/SATA2 Backplane.7. Push the SAS/SATA2 Bac
ASUS RS162-E4/RX42-332. Push the SAS/SATA2 Backplane as shown until it is rmly seated.3. Fasten the screws.4. Insert the bridge cards.5. Reinst
Chapter 2: Hardware setup2-342.8.6 Optical driveThe system come with a DVD drive (CD-ROM/DVD-ROM), follow the steps below if you want to change it:2
ASUS RS162-E4/RX42-355. Lift the front side of the top cover panel to expose the cables connectors underneath.6. Disconnect the LED cables to
Chapter 2: Hardware setup2-3610. Using a screw driver to remove t h e s c r e w s a s s h o w n , a n d remove the riser card.11. Pull t
ASUS RS162-E4/RX42-372.8.7 MotherboardRemove the motherboardTo remove the motherboard:1. Remove all the siginal cables and power cables connected to
Chapter 2: Hardware setup2-381. Hold the board by edges as shown and carefully place it in the chassis.2. Carefully move the board into it
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This chapter describes how to install the optional components and devices into the barebone server.Chapter 3Installation options
Chapter 3: Installation options3-23.1 Rackmount rail kit itemsIf you have the rackmount rail kit, it contains two pairs of rails (one pair for each si
ASUS RS162-E4/RX43-33.3AttachingtherailstotherackTo attach the rails to the rack:1. Select one unit of space (1U) on the rack where yo
Chapter 3: Installation options3-43.4RackmountingtheserverTo mount the server to the rack:1. Firmly hold the server on both sides and insert the
This chapter includes the motherboard layout, and brief descriptions of the jumpers and internal connectors.Chapter 4Motherboard info
Chapter 4: Motherboard information4-24.1 Motherboard layoutAMI8MbFWHKBPWR1®ATIES1000SuperI/OCR2032 3VLithium CellCMOS PowerCPLD1HDLED1RAID_SEL1USBPW1C
ASUS RS160-E4/RX44-3Layout contentsSlots/Sockets Page1. CPU sockets4-22. DDR2 DIMM sockets4-23. PCI/PCI-X slots4-24. Zero-Channel RAID socket4-25. Min
Chapter 4: Motherboard information4-44.2 Jumpers1.ClearRTCRAM(CLRTC1)This jumper allows you to clear the Real Time Clock (RTC) RAM i
ASUS RS160-E4/RX44-52.USBdevicewake-up(3-pinUSBPW12)Set these jumpers to +5V to wake up the computer from S1 sleep mode (CPU stopped, DRAM refres
ASUS RS162-E4/RX4vNoticesFederal Communications Commission StatementThis device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the fo
Chapter 4: Motherboard information4-65.GigabitLAN1controllersetting(3-pinLAN1_EN1)This jumper allows you to enable or disable the onboa
ASUS RS160-E4/RX44-76.SAScontrollersetting(3-pinSAS_EN1)This jumper allows you to enable or disable the onboard LSI SAS1068 controlle
Chapter 4: Motherboard information4-84.3 Connectors2.Serialportconnector(10-1pinCOM2)This connector is for a serial (COM) port. Connect the
This chapter tells how to change the system settings through the BIOS Setup menus. Detailed descriptions of the B IOS parame t ers are
Chapter 5: BIOS setup5-25.1ManagingandupdatingyourBIOSThe following utilities allow you to manage and update the motherboard Basic Input/
ASUS RS162-E4/RX45-3Do not turn off or reset the system during the ashing process!5.1.2 Updating the BIOS using the Phoenix Phlash16 UtilityThe
Chapter 5: BIOS setup5-4RN50 DDR1 A21 BIOS5.1.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 2 utilityThe ASUS CrashFree BIOS 2 is an auto recovery tool that allows
ASUS RS162-E4/RX45-56. When the utility completes the updating process, a message appears, informing you that the flash memory has been
Chapter 5: BIOS setup5-65.1.4 ASUS Update utilityThe ASUS Update is a utility that allows you to manage, save, and update the motherboard BIOS in Wind
ASUS RS162-E4/RX45-7Updating the BIOS through the InternetTo update the BIOS through the Internet:1. Launch the ASUS Update utility from the Windows®
viSafety informationElectrical Safety・ Before installing or removing signal cables, ensure that the power cables for the system unit and all attached
Chapter 5: BIOS setup5-84. From the FTP site, select the BIOS version that you wish to download. Click Next.5. Follow the screen instructi
ASUS RS162-E4/RX45-95.2BIOSsetupprogramThis motherboard supports a programmable Low-Pin Count (LPC) chip that you can update using the
Chapter 5: BIOS setup5-105.2.1 BIOS menu screenSystem Date [04/19/2006]System Time [15 : 30 : 36]IDECongurationIDE Channel 0 Master [TOS
ASUS RS162-E4/RX45-115.2.3 Legend barAt the bottom of the Setup screen is a legend bar. The keys in the legend bar allow you to navigate through the v
Chapter 5: BIOS setup5-12ChipsetCongurationCystalBeachCongurationEnable[Enabled]SERR Signal Condition [Single Bit]Demand
ASUS RS162-E4/RX45-13System Date [04/19/2006]System Time [15 : 30 : 36]IDECongurationIDE Channel 0 Master [TOSHIBA ODD-DVD SD-C2732]IDE
Chapter 5: BIOS setup5-145.3.4 IDE CongurationIDECongurationFixed disk boot sector: [Normal]S-ATACongurationItemSpeci
ASUS RS162-E4/RX45-15The following items appear only if you set the SATA RAID enabled option item to [Disabled]Serial ATA [Enabled]Allows you to en
Chapter 5: BIOS setup5-165.3.5 IDE Channel 0 Master/Slave SATA Port 1/2/3/4IDE Channel 0 MasterType [Auto]Muti-Secto
ASUS RS162-E4/RX45-17Model Name/Model IDDisplays the auto-detected model information.ASUS BIOS VersionDisplays the auto-detected BIOS inoformation.Dat
ASUS RS162-E4/RX4viiAboutthisguideAudienceThis user guide is intended for system integrators, and experienced users with at least basic knowledge
Chapter 5: BIOS setup5-18ProcessorDisplays the CPU inforamtion.System Memory InformationDisplays the auto-detected system memory information.
ASUS RS162-E4/RX45-195.4.1 Advanced Processor OptionsWARNING: Setting wrong value in below sections may cause system to malfuntion.Advanced
Chapter 5: BIOS setup5-20Multiprocessor Specication [1.4]Allows you to congure the MP Specication revision level. Conguration options: [1.1
ASUS RS162-E4/RX45-21ChipsetCongurationCystalBeachCongurationEnable[Enabled]SERR Signal Condition [Single Bit]Demand Scr
Chapter 5: BIOS setup5-22Patrol Scrub Enable [Enabled]Allows you to enable or disable the Patrol Scrub function. Configuration options: [Disabl
ASUS RS162-E4/RX45-23PCICongurationResetCongurationData [No]Plug & Play OS [No]Palette Snooping [Disabled] PCI
Chapter 5: BIOS setup5-24The following items appear only if you enabled USB function. ICH USB Control Sub-MenuUSB Function [Enabl
ASUS RS162-E4/RX45-25PeripheralDevicesCongurationSerial port A [Enabled] Base I/O address [3F8] Interrupt [IRQ 4]Serial p
Chapter 5: BIOS setup5-26ACPICongurationACPI Version Features [ACPI v1.0]Headless Mode [Disabled]ACPI EMS Support [Disable
ASUS RS162-E4/RX45-27v02.58 (C) Copyright 1985-2004, American Megatrends, Inc.PowerOnCongurationRestore on AC Power Loss [Last State
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