Asus RS520-X5/PS8 Manuel d'utilisateur

2U Rackmount ServerRS520-X5/PS8User Guide

xReferencesRefer to the following sources for additional information, and for product and software updates.1. ASUS Server Web-based Management (ASWM)

6-2 Chapter 6: RAID conguration6.1 Setting up RAIDThe motherboard comes with the following RAID solutions:• Intel Matrix Storage Manager embeded in

ASUS RS520-X5/PS8 6-36.1.2 Installing hard disk drivesThe motherboard supports Serial ATA for RAID set conguration. For optimal performance, install

6-4 Chapter 6: RAID conguration6.2 Intel® Matrix Storage Manager Option ROM UtilityThe Intel® Matrix Storage Manager Option ROM utility allows you

ASUS RS520-X5/PS8 6-56.2.1 Creating a RAID 0 set (Stripe)To create a RAID 0 set:1. From the utility main menu, select 1. Create RAID Volume, then pr

6-6 Chapter 6: RAID conguration6. Use the up/down arrow key to select the stripe size for the RAID 0 array, then press <Enter>. The available

ASUS RS520-X5/PS8 6-76.2.2 Creating a RAID 1 set (Mirror)To create a RAID 1 set:1. From the utility main menu, select 1. Create RAID Volume, then pr

6-8 Chapter 6: RAID conguration6.2.3 Creating a RAID 10 set (Stripe + Mirror)To create a RAID 10 set:1. From the utility main menu, select 1. Creat

ASUS RS520-X5/PS8 6-96.2.4 Creating a RAID 5 set (Parity)To create a RAID 5 set:1. From the utility main menu, select 1. Create RAID Volume, then pr

6-10 Chapter 6: RAID conguration6.2.5 Deleting a RAID setTake caution when deleting a RAID set. You will lose all data on the hard disk drives when

ASUS RS520-X5/PS8 6-116.2.7 Exiting the Intel® Matrix Storage ManagerTo exit the utility:1. From the utility main menu, select 4. Exit, then press &

1-ASUS RS520-X5/PS8This chapter describes the general features of the chassis kit. It includes sections on front panel and rear panel specications.Ch

6-12 Chapter 6: RAID conguration6.3 Global Array ManagerYou may also create a RAID set(s) in Windows® operating environment using the Global Array M

ASUS RS520-X5/PS8 6-136.4 LSI Logic MPT Setup UtilityThe LSI Logic MPT Setup Utility is an integrated RAID solution that allows you to allows you to

6-14 Chapter 6: RAID conguration4. The Adapter Properties screen appears. Use the arrow keys to select RAID Properties, then press <Enter>. 5

ASUS RS520-X5/PS8 6-156. The Create New Array screen shows the disks you can add to make up the IM volume. Use the arrow key to select a disk, then m

6-16 Chapter 6: RAID conguration8. Repeat steps 5 and 6 to add the second disk to the volume.9. When done, press <C> to create the array, the

ASUS RS520-X5/PS8 6-172. The Select New Array Type screen apprears. Use the arrow keys to select Create IME Volume, then press <Enter>. 6.4.2

6-18 Chapter 6: RAID conguration4. Repeat step 5 to add the other disks to the volume.5. When done, press <C> to create the array, then selec

ASUS RS520-X5/PS8 6-196.4.3 Integrated Striping (IS) volumeOverviewThe Integrated Striping (IS) feature provides RAID 0 functionality, supporting vol

6-20 Chapter 6: RAID conguration4. The Select New Array Type screen apprears. Use the arrow keys to select Create IS Volume, then press <Enter>

ASUS RS520-X5/PS8 6-216. Repeat step 5 to add the other disks to the volume.7. When done, press <C> to create the array, then select Save chan

Chapter 1: Product introduction1-2*ASUS System Web-based ManagementIf any of the above items is damaged or missing, contact your retailer.1.1 System

6-22 Chapter 6: RAID conguration6.4.4 Managing ArraysThe LSI Logic MPT Setup Utility allows you to perform other tasks related to conguring and mai

ASUS RS520-X5/PS8 6-233. The View Existing Array screen appears. Here you can view properties of the RAID array(s) created. If you have congured a h

6-24 Chapter 6: RAID congurationManaging hot sparesYou may congure one disk as a global hot spare to protect critical data on the IM/IME volume(s).

ASUS RS520-X5/PS8 6-254. Use the arrow key to select the disk you would like to congure as hot spare, then move the cursor to the Hot Spr column. Pr

6-26 Chapter 6: RAID congurationActivating an arrayIf an array is removed from one controller/computer or moved to another, the array is considered i

ASUS RS520-X5/PS8 6-276.4.5 Viewing SAS topology1. From the Adapter Properties screen, select SAS Topology. Press <Alt+D> to display device

6-28 Chapter 6: RAID congurationSelecting a boot diskYou can select a boot disk in the SAS Topology screen. This disk is then moved to scan ID 0 on t

ASUS RS520-X5/PS8 6-296.4.6 Global PropertiesFrom the Setup Utility screen, press <Ctrl+C> to enter LSILogicConguration, then select Global

6-30 Chapter 6: RAID congurationBoot Information Display ModeSets the disk information display mode. Conguration options: [Display adapters & in

ASUS RS520-X5/PS8 6-31Restore DefaultsThis option allows you to discard the selections you made and restore the system defaults.Esc = Exit Menu

ASUS RS520-X5/PS8 1-31.3 SystemspecicationsThe ASUS RS520-X5/PS8 is a server featuring the ASUS DSBV-DX/SAS server board. The server supports Intel

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Chapter 7Driver installationThis chapter provides instructions for installing the necessary drivers for different system components.ASUS RS520-X5/PS8

7-2 Chapter 7: Driver installation7.1 RAID driver installationAfter creating the RAID sets for your server system, you are now ready to install an op

ASUS RS520-X5/PS8 7-3LSI 1068 B1 SAS DriverLSI 1068 B1 SAS DRIVERWindows 2000 ServerWindows Server 2003 32 bitWindows Server 2003 64 bitWindows Server

7-4 Chapter 7: Driver installationTo create a RAID driver disk in Windows® environment1. Start Windows®.2. Place the motherboard support DVD into

ASUS RS520-X5/PS8 7-57.1.2 Installing the RAID controller driverWindows® Server OSDuring Windows® Server OS installationTo install the RAID controlle

7-6 Chapter 7: Driver installation4. Insert the RAID driver disk you created earlier to the oppy disk drive, then press <Enter>.5. Select the

ASUS RS520-X5/PS8 7-7To verify the RAID controller driver installation:1. Right-click the My Computer icon on the Windows® desktop, and then select P

7-8 Chapter 7: Driver installationRed Hat® Enterprise Linux OSTo install the RAID controller driver when installing Red Hat® Enterprise Linux OS1. Bo

ASUS RS520-X5/PS8 7-96. When asked if you will load additional RAID controller drivers, select No, then press <Enter>.5. Insert the Red Hat® E

Chapter 1: Product introduction1-4* The total power consumption of the system should be less than 490W.**Specicationsaresubjecttochangewithout

7-10 Chapter 7: Driver installationSUSE Linux OSTo install the RAID controller driver when installing SUSE Linux Enterprise Server OS1. Boot the syst

ASUS RS520-X5/PS8 7-114. Insert the RAID driver disk to the oppy disk drive. Make sure that Installation from the Boot Options menu is selected, the

7-12 Chapter 7: Driver installation7.2 Intel chipset software installationThis section provides instructions on how to install the Plug and Play comp

ASUS RS520-X5/PS8 7-135. Select Yes to accept the terms of the License Agreement and continue the process.6. Read the Readme File Information and pr

7-14 Chapter 7: Driver installation7.3 LAN driver installationThis section provides instructions on how to install the Intel® Gigabit LAN controller

ASUS RS520-X5/PS8 7-155. Click Next when the Intel(R) Network Connections–InstallShield Wizard window appears. 6. Toggle I accept the ter

7-16 Chapter 7: Driver installation8. Follow the screen instructions to complete installation.9. When nished, press Finish to continue.

ASUS RS520-X5/PS8 7-177.4 VGA driver installationThis section provides instructions on how to install the XGI® VOLARI Z7 Video Graphics Adapter (VGA)

7-18 Chapter 7: Driver installation4. When the installation completes, click Finish to restart your computer before using the program.

ASUS RS520-X5/PS8 7-197.5 Management applications and utilities installationThe support DVD that came with the motherboard package contains th

ASUS RS520-X5/PS8 1-51.4 Front panel featuresThe barebone server displays a simple yet stylish front panel with easily accessible features. The power

7-20 Chapter 7: Driver installation7.5.3 Management Software menuThe Management Software menu displays the available network and server monitoring ap

Chapter 1: Product introduction1-61.6 Internal featuresThe barebone server includes the basic components as shown.• The barebone server does not in

ASUS RS520-X5/PS8 1-71.7 LED information1.7.1 Front panel LEDs1.7.2 LAN (RJ-45) LEDsLED Icon Display status DescriptionPower LED ON System power ON

Chapter 1: Product introduction1-81.7.3 HDD status LEDSATA HDD LED DescriptionGREENThis installed Serial ATA HDD is in good conditionOFF HDD failure

ASUS RS520-X5/PS82-This chapter lists the hardware setup procedures that you have to perform when installing or removing system components.Chapter 2H

iiCopyright © 2009 ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. All Rights Reserved.No part of this manual, including the products and software described in it, may be repro

Chapter 2: Hardware setup2-22.1 Chassis cover2. Firmly hold the cover and slide it toward the rear panel for about half an inch until it is disenga

2-3ASUS RS520-X5/PS82.2.1 Installing the CPUTo install a CPU:1. Locate the CPU socket on the motherboard.2.2 Central Processing Unit (CPU)The mothe

Chapter 2: Hardware setup2-43. Lift the load lever in the direction of the arrow to a 135º angle.4. Lift the load plate with your thumb and foreng

2-5ASUS RS520-X5/PS8The CPU ts in only one correct orientation. DO NOT force the CPU into the socket to prevent bending the connectors on the socket

Chapter 2: Hardware setup2-62. Twist each of the four screws with a Philips (cross) screwdriver just enough to attach the heatsink to the motherboar

2-7ASUS RS520-X5/PS82.3 System memory2.3.1 OverviewThe motherboard comes with six fully-buffered DIMM (FB-DIMM) sockets to support 240-pin FB-DIMM m

Chapter 2: Hardware setup2-8Rank populationDIMM 12DIMM 11DIMM 10DIMM 02DIMM 01DIMM 00ChannelSlot 0Slot 1Ch:0Slot 2Slot 0Slot 1Slot 2Ch:1MCHDIMM insta

2-9ASUS RS520-X5/PS82.3.3 Memory sparing technologyThe Intel® 5000V chipset supports the memory sparing technology. Refer to the below sections:Memor

Chapter 2: Hardware setup2-10Channel 0 Channel 1DIMM_00 (1024MB/2 Ranks)DIMM_10 (1024MB/2 Ranks)Rank 0 (512 MB)Rank 1 (512 MB)Rank 0 (512 MB)Rank 1 (

2-11ASUS RS520-X5/PS82.3.4 Installing a DIMMEnsure to unplug the power supply before adding or removing DIMMs or other system components. Failure to

iiiContentsContents ... iiiNotices ...

Chapter 2: Hardware setup2-122.4 Hard disk drivesThe system supports eight hot-swap SATAII/SAS hard disk drives. The hard disk drive installed on th

2-13ASUS RS520-X5/PS85. Carefully insert the drive tray and push it all the way to the depth of the bay until just a small fraction of the tray edge

Chapter 2: Hardware setup2-142.5 Expansion cards2.5.1 Installing an expansion cardThe barebone server comes with two PCI-E expansion slots, allowin

2-15ASUS RS520-X5/PS82.5.2 ConguringanexpansioncardAfter installing the expansion card, congure the it by adjusting the software settings.1. Tu

Chapter 2: Hardware setup2-168MbFWHATXPWR1FLOPPY1Z7BUZZER1COM2SuperI/OCR2032 3VLithium CellCMOS PowerPANEL1PS/2T: MouseB: KeyboardUSB12ATX12V1CPU_FA

2-17ASUS RS520-X5/PS82.7 SATAII/SAS backplane cablingA SATAII/SAS backplane comes pre-installed in the RS520-X5/PS8.Front sideThe front side of the S

Chapter 2: Hardware setup2-182.8 Removable componentsYou may need to remove previously installed system components when installing or removing syste

2-19ASUS RS520-X5/PS82.8.2 Optical drive (optional)To install the slim optical drive:1. Remove the dummy covor for the optical drive bay.2. Insert

Chapter 2: Hardware setup2-20

ASUS RS520-X5/PS82-This chapter describes how to install the optional components and devices into the barebone server.Chapter 3Installation options

ivContentsChapter 3: Installation options3.1 Rackmount rail kit items (optional) ... 3-23.2 Attaching the

Chapter 3: Installation options3-23.1 Rackmount rail kit items (optional)Your rackmount rail kit package contains:• two pair of server rails (for t

3-3ASUS RS520-X5/PS83.2 Attaching the rails to the serverTo attach the server rails:1. Attach the front end of the server rail to the side of the ch

Chapter 3: Installation options3-43.3 Attaching the rack railsTo attach the rack rails:1. Select two units of space (2U) on the rack where you want

3-4-1ASUS RS520-X5/PS8This chapter includes the motherboard layout, and brief descriptions of the jumpers and internal connectors.Chapter 4Motherboar

4-2 Chapter 4: Motherboard information4.1 Motherboard layouts

ASUS RS520-X5/PS8 4-3Layout contentsJumpers Page1. Clear RTC RAM (CLRTC) 4-42. LAN bandwidth setting (3-pin LAN_BW1) 4-53. VGA controller setting (3

4-4 Chapter 4: Motherboard informationExcept when clearing the RTC RAM, never remove the cap on CLRTC jumper default position. Removing the cap will c

ASUS RS520-X5/PS8 4-52. LAN bandwidth setting (3-pin LAN_BW1)This jumper allows you to set the LAN bandwidth setting for more efcient IP load distri

4-6 Chapter 4: Motherboard information4. LAN controller setting (3-pin LAN_EN1)This jumper allows you to enable or disable the onboard Intel® 82563EB

ASUS RS520-X5/PS8 4-76. Onboard storage setting (3-pin SAS_EN1)This jumper allows you to enable or disable the onboard LSI1068 SAS controller. Set th

vContents5.4.4 ICH USB Control Sub-Menu ... 5-235.4.5 Peripheral Devices Conguration ...

4-8 Chapter 4: Motherboard information2. IDE connector (40-1 pin PRI_IDE1)This connector is for an Ultra DMA 100/66 signal cable. The Ultra DMA 100/

ASUS RS520-X5/PS8 4-93. Serial ATA connectors (7-pin SATA1, SATA2, SATA3, SATA4, SATA5, SATA6 )These connectors are for the Serial ATA signal cables

4-10 Chapter 4: Motherboard information5. SAS connectorsThis motherboard comes with eight blue Serial Attached SCSI (SAS) connectors, the next-genera

ASUS RS520-X5/PS8 4-118. Serial port connector (10-1 pin COM2)This connector is for a serial (COM) port. Connect the serial port module cable to this

4-12 Chapter 4: Motherboard information9. CPU and system fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN1/2, REAR_FAN1/2, FRNT_FAN1/2/3/4, FBD_FAN1)The fan connectors

ASUS RS520-X5/PS8 4-1311. SSI power connectors (24-pin ATXPWR1, 8-pin ATX12V1)These connectors are for SSI power supply plugs. The power supply plugs

4-14 Chapter 4: Motherboard information12. Parallel port connector (26-1 pin LPT1)This connector is for a parallel port. Connect the parallel port mo

ASUS RS520-X5/PS8 4-1514. System panel connector (20-pin PANEL1)This connector supports several chassis-mounted functions.The system panel connector

4-16 Chapter 4: Motherboard information15. Auxiliary panel connector (20-pin AUX_PANEL1)This connector is for additional front panel features includi

3-ASUS RS520-X5/PS8This chapter tells how to change the system settings through the BIOS Setup menus. Detailed descriptions of the BIOS parameters ar

viContentsChapter 7: Driver installation7.1 RAID driver installation ... 7-27.1.1 Creat

5-2 Chapter 5: BIOS setup5.1 Managing and updating your BIOSThe following utilities allow you to manage and update the motherboard Basic Input/Output

ASUS RS520-X5/PS8 5-3DO NOT turn off or reset the system during the ashing process!5.1.2 Updating the BIOS using the Phoenix Phlash16 UtilityThe Bas

5-4 Chapter 5: BIOS setup5.1.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 2 utilityThe ASUS CrashFree BIOS 2 is an auto recovery tool that allows you to restore the BIOS l

ASUS RS520-X5/PS8 5-5Phoenix Phlash16 Utility Version 1.6.1.9Copyright (c) Phoenix Technologies Ltd., 2005Performing the following function Load Imag

5-6 Chapter 5: BIOS setup5.2 BIOS setup programThis motherboard supports a programmable Low-Pin Count (LPC) chip that you can update using the provid

ASUS RS520-X5/PS8 5-75.2.1 BIOS menu screenF1 Help ↑↓ Select Item -/+ Change Values F9 Setup Defaults ESC Exit →← Selec

5-8 Chapter 5: BIOS setup5.2.4 Menu itemsThe highlighted item on the menu bar displays the specic items for that menu. For example, selecting Main

ASUS RS520-X5/PS8 5-95.2.7 Pop-up windowSelect a menu item then press <Enter> to display a pop-up window with the conguration options for that

5-10 Chapter 5: BIOS setup5.3 Main menuWhen you enter the BIOS Setup program, the Main menu screen appears, giving you an overview of the basic syste

ASUS RS520-X5/PS8 5-115.3.4 IDECongurationF1 Help ↑↓ Select Item -/+ Change Values F9 Setup Defaults ESC Exit →← Sele

viiNoticesFederal Communications Commission StatementThis device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two con

5-12 Chapter 5: BIOS setupSerial ATA [Enabled]Allows you to enable or disable the Serial ATA function. Conguration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]The f

ASUS RS520-X5/PS8 5-135.3.5 IDE Primary Master/Slave; SATA Port1–4F1 Help ↑↓ Select Item -/+ Change Values F9 Setup Defaults E

5-14 Chapter 5: BIOS setupTransfer Mode: [Standard]Allows you to select the mothod for the data transferring if the hard disk supports this feature.

ASUS RS520-X5/PS8 5-15F1 Help ↑↓ Select Item -/+ Change Values F9 Setup Defaults ESC Exit →← Select Menu Enter Sele

5-16 Chapter 5: BIOS setupF1 Help ↑↓ Select Item -/+ Change Values F9 Setup Defaults ESC Exit →← Select Menu Enter

ASUS RS520-X5/PS8 5-17MultiprocessorSpecication[1.4]Allows you to congure the MP Specication revision level. Conguration options: [1.1] [1.4]Fre

5-18 Chapter 5: BIOS setupDiscrete MTRR Allocation [Disabled]Conguration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]Intel EIST support [Disabled]Enables or disable

ASUS RS520-X5/PS8 5-19*Machine Checking [Enabled]Conguration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]*Fast String operations [Enabled]Conguration options: [Dis

5-20 Chapter 5: BIOS setup5.4.2 ChipsetCongurationThis menu shows the chipset conguration settings. Select an item then press <Enter> to dis

ASUS RS520-X5/PS8 5-21Memory Branch Mode [Interleave]Allows you to select the memory branch mode. Conguration options: [Sequential] [Interleave] [Sin

viiiSafety informationElectrical Safety• Before installing or removing signal cables, ensure that the power cables for the system unit and all attach

5-22 Chapter 5: BIOS setupF1 Help ↑↓ Select Item -/+ Change Values F9 Setup Defaults ESC Exit →← Select Menu Enter

ASUS RS520-X5/PS8 5-23F1 Help ↑↓ Select Item -/+ Change Values F9 Setup Defaults ESC Exit →← Select Menu Enter Sele

5-24 Chapter 5: BIOS setup5.4.5 PeripheralDevicesCongurationThis menu shows the peripheral devices conguration settings. Select an item then pre

ASUS RS520-X5/PS8 5-25Interrupt [IRQ 3]Allows you to set the interrupt for COM2 port. Conguration options: [IRQ 3] [IRQ 4]Parallel port [Enabled]Allo

5-26 Chapter 5: BIOS setupF1 Help ↑↓ Select Item -/+ Change Values F9 Setup Defaults ESC Exit →← Select Menu Enter

ASUS RS520-X5/PS8 5-27F1 Help ↑↓ Select Item -/+ Change Values F9 Setup Defaults ESC Exit →← Select Menu Enter Sele

5-28 Chapter 5: BIOS setupThe following items appear only if you enable the Power On By RTC Alarm item.RTC Alarm Date [0]To set the date of alarm, hig

ASUS RS520-X5/PS8 5-29Scroll down to display more items:F1 Help ↑↓ Select Item -/+ Change Values F9

5-30 Chapter 5: BIOS setupScroll down to display more items:F1 Help ↑↓ Select Item -/+ Change Values

ASUS RS520-X5/PS8 5-31F1 Help ↑↓ Select Item -/+ Change Values F9 Setup Defaults ESC Exit →← Select Menu Enter Sele

ixAbout this guideAudienceThis user guide is intended for system integrators, and experienced users with at least basic knowledge of conguring a serv

5-32 Chapter 5: BIOS setupThe following items appear only if you set the Com Port Address item to [Onboard COM1 port] or [Onboard COM2 port].Baud Rate

ASUS RS520-X5/PS8 5-33F1 Help ↑↓ Select Item -/+ Change Values F9 Setup Defaults ESC Exit →← Select Menu Enter Sele

5-34 Chapter 5: BIOS setup5.6 Security menuSupervisor Password Is: [Clear] User Password Is: [Clear]These elds allow you to set passwords:To set a p

ASUS RS520-X5/PS8 5-352. In the Enter Current Password eld, type in your current password. Press <Enter>.3. The cursor moves to the next eld

5-36 Chapter 5: BIOS setupF1 Help ↑↓ Select Item -/+ Change Values F9 Setup Defaults ESC Exit →← Select Menu Enter

ASUS RS520-X5/PS8 5-37F1 Help ↑↓ Select Item -/+ Change Values F9 Setup Defaults ESC Exit →← Select Menu Enter Sele

5-38 Chapter 5: BIOS setupSETUP prompt [Enabled]When this item is set to [Enabled], the system displays the message “Press DEL to run Setup” during PO

ASUS RS520-X5/PS8 5-39Discard ChangesSelect this option to discard the changes that you made, and restore the previously saved values. When a conrmat

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3-ASUS RS520-X5/PS8This chapter provides instructions for setting up, creating and conguring RAID sets using the available utilities.Chapter 6RAIDc