Asus RS120-E5/S Manuel d'utilisateur

1U Rackmount ServerRS120-E5/SUser Guide

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

5-34 Chapter 5: BIOS setupDiscard ChangesSelect this option then press <Enter> to discard the changes that you made, and restore the previously

ASUS RS120-E5/S 6-1This chapter provides instructions for setting up, creating and conguring RAID sets using the available utilities.Chapter 6RAIDC

6-2 Chapter 6: RAID conguration6.1 Setting up RAIDThe Intel® ICH7R Southbridge chip comes with the LSI Software RAID Conguration Utility and the In

ASUS RS120-E5/S 6-36.1.2 Installing hard disk drivesThe motherboard supports Serial ATA for RAID set conguration. For optimal performance, install i

6-4 Chapter 6: RAID conguration3. The utility main window appears. Use the arrow keys to select an option from the Management Menu, then press <E

ASUS RS120-E5/S 6-56.2.1 Creating a RAID 0 or RAID 1 setThe LSI Software RAID Conguration Utility allows you to create a RAID 0 or RAID 1 set using

6-6 Chapter 6: RAID conguration4. Select all the drives required for the RAID set, then press <Enter>. The congurable array appears on screen

ASUS RS120-E5/S 6-75. Press <F10>, select the congurable array, then press <SpaceBar>. Press <F10> again, the logical drive infor

6-8 Chapter 6: RAID conguration6. Select RAID from the Logical Drive menu, then press <Enter>.7. Select the RAID level from the menu, then pr

ASUS RS120-E5/S 6-910. When nished setting the selected logical drive conguration, select Accept from the menu, then press <Enter>.11. Follo

1-ASUS RS120-E5/SThis chapter describes the general features of the server, including sections on front panel and rear panel specications.Chapter 1P

6-10 Chapter 6: RAID congurationUsingNewCongurationWhen a RAID set is already existing, using the NewConguration command erases the existing RAI

ASUS RS120-E5/S 6-116.2.2 Creating a RAID 10 setYou can create a RAID 10 set using four identical hard disk drives.To create a RAID 10 set using the

6-12 Chapter 6: RAID conguration4. Select all the drives required for the RAID 10 set, then press <Enter>. The congurable array appears on sc

ASUS RS120-E5/S 6-13 Press <F10> again, the logical drive information appears including a Logical Drive menu that allows you to change the logi

6-14 Chapter 6: RAID conguration10. When nished setting the selected logical drive conguration, select Accept from the menu, then press <Enter&

ASUS RS120-E5/S 6-156.2.3 AddingorviewingaRAIDcongurationYou can add a new RAID conguration or view an existing conguration using the View/Ad

6-16 Chapter 6: RAID conguration4. Select all the drives required for the RAID set, then press <Enter>. The congurable array appears on scree

ASUS RS120-E5/S 6-178. Follow steps 8 to 12 of the CreatingaRAIDset:UsingEasyConguration section.9. When prompted, save the conguration, the

6-18 Chapter 6: RAID conguration6.2.4 Initializing the logical drivesAfter creating the RAID set(s), you must initialize the logical drives. You may

ASUS RS120-E5/S 6-193. When prompted, press the <SpaceBar> to select Yes from the Initialize? dialog box, then press <Enter>. You may als

Chapter 1: Product introduction1-21.1 System package contentsCheck your package for the following standard items.Model Name RS120-E5/SChassis ASUS R

6-20 Chapter 6: RAID conguration5. When initialization is completed, press <Esc>.UsingtheObjectscommandTo initialize the logical drives usi

ASUS RS120-E5/S 6-212. Select Virtual Drive from the Objects sub-menu, then press <Enter>.3. Select the logical drive to initialize from the V

6-22 Chapter 6: RAID conguration5. When prompted, press the <SpaceBar> to select Yes from the Initialize? dialog box, then press <Enter>

ASUS RS120-E5/S 6-236.2.5 Rebuilding failed drivesYou can manually rebuild failed hard disk drives using the Rebuild command in the Management Menu.T

6-24 Chapter 6: RAID conguration3. After selecting the drive to rebuild, press <F10>. The indicator for the selected drive now shows RBLD.4.

ASUS RS120-E5/S 6-256.2.6 Checking the drives for data consistencyYou can check and verify the accuracy of data redundancy in the selected logical dr

6-26 Chapter 6: RAID conguration3. When prompted, use the arrow keys to select Yes from the Consistency Check dialog box, then press <Enter>.

ASUS RS120-E5/S 6-27UsingtheObjectscommandTo check data consistency using the Objects command:1. From the Management Menu, select Objects, then se

6-28 Chapter 6: RAID conguration6.2.7 DeletingaRAIDcongurationTo delete a RAID conguration:1. From the Management Menu, select Congure > C

ASUS RS120-E5/S 6-296.2.8 Selecting the boot drive from a RAID setYou must have created a new RAID conguration before you can select the boot drive

ASUS RS120-E5/S 1-3(continued on the next page)1.3 SystemspecicationsThe ASUS RS120-E5/S is a server featuring the ASUS P5BV-R server board. The se

6-30 Chapter 6: RAID conguration6.2.9 Enabling the WriteCacheYou may enable the RAID controller’s WriteCache option to improve the data transmission

ASUS RS120-E5/S 6-316.3 Intel® Matrix Storage Manager Option ROM UtilityThe Intel® Matrix Storage Manager Option ROM utility allows you to create R

6-32 Chapter 6: RAID conguration6.3.1 Creating a RAID 0 set (Stripe)To create a RAID 0 set:1. From the utility main menu, select 1. Create RAID Vol

ASUS RS120-E5/S 6-336. Use the up/down arrow key to select the stripe size for the RAID 0 array, then press <Enter>. The available stripe size

6-34 Chapter 6: RAID conguration6.3.2 Creating a RAID 1 set (Mirror)To create a RAID 1 set:1. From the utility main menu, select 1. Create RAID Vol

ASUS RS120-E5/S 6-356.3.3 Creating a RAID 10 set (Stripe + Mirror)To create a RAID 10 set:1. From the utility main menu, select 1. Create RAID Volum

6-36 Chapter 6: RAID conguration6.3.4 Creating a RAID 5 set (Parity)To create a RAID 5 set:1. From the utility main menu, select 1. Create RAID Vol

ASUS RS120-E5/S 6-376.3.5 Deleting a RAID setTake caution when deleting a RAID set. You will lose all data on the hard disk drives when you delete a

6-38 Chapter 6: RAID conguration6.3.6 Resetting disks to Non-RAIDTake caution before you reset a RAID volume hard disk drive to non-RAID. Resetting

ASUS RS120-E5/S 6-392. Press <Ctrl-I> to enter the Intel Matrix Storage Manager RAID conguration utility after POST.3. If there is available

Chapter 1: Product introduction1-4*Specicationsaresubjecttochangewithoutnotice.Networking LAN2 x Broadcom® BCM5721 PCI-E GbE LANsGraphic VGAXG

6-40 Chapter 6: RAID congurationRebuilding the RAID with new installed disk:1. If one member of physical SATA Hard disk within the array is off-line

ASUS RS120-E5/S 6-416.3.8 Exiting the Intel® Matrix Storage ManagerTo exit the utility:1. From the utility main menu, select 4. Exit, then press <

6-42 Chapter 6: RAID conguration6.3.10 Global Array ManagerYou may also create a RAID set(s) in Windows® operating environment using the Global Arra

ASUS RS120-E5/SChapter 7Driver installationThis chapter provides instructions for installing the necessary drivers for different system components.

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 RS120-E5/S 7-3ICH7R Intel RAID Driver7. Locate the RAID driver and place a blank, high-density oppy disk to the oppy disk drive.8. Press <

7-4 Chapter 7: Driver installation7.1.2 Installing the RAID controller driver Windows® ServerTo install the RAID controller driver when installing W

ASUS RS120-E5/S 7-54. Insert the RAID driver disk you created earlier to the oppy disk drive, then press <Enter>.5. Select the RAID controlle

7-6 Chapter 7: Driver installation• Intel® ICH7R LSI Logic Embedded SATA RAID driver: - For Windows Server, select LSI MegaRAID Software RAID (Windo

ASUS RS120-E5/S 7-75. Right-click the RAID controller item, then select Properties.6. Click the Driver tab, then click the Update Driver button.7.

ASUS RS120-E5/S 1-51.4 Front panel featuresThe barebone server displays a simple yet stylish front panel with easily accessible features. The power a

7-8 Chapter 7: Driver installation2. At the boot:, type linux dd , then press <Enter>.4. Right-click the RAID controller driver item, then sel

ASUS RS120-E5/S 7-94. Select fd0 using the <Tab> key when asked to select the driver disk source. Press <Tab> to move the cursor to OK, t

7-10 Chapter 7: Driver installation6. Follow screen instructions to continue the OS installation.5. When prompted, insert the Red Hat® Enterprise RA

ASUS RS120-E5/S 7-11SuSE LinuxTo install the RAID controller driver when installing SuSE Linux OS:1. Boot the system from the SuSE Installation CD.2.

7-12 Chapter 7: Driver installation4. When prompted, insert the RAID driver disk to the oppy disk drive, then press <Enter>.5. When prompted,

ASUS RS120-E5/S 7-137.2 Intel® Chipset Update Utility installationThis section provides instructions on how to install the Plug and Play components f

7-14 Chapter 7: Driver installation4. The Intel(R) Chipset Update Utility window appears. Follow the screen instructions to complete installation.5.

ASUS RS120-E5/S 7-156. Read the Readme File Information and press Next to activate the installation.7. After completing the installation, click Fini

7-16 Chapter 7: Driver installation7.3 LAN driver installationThis section provides instructions on how to install the Broadcom® Gigabit LAN controll

ASUS RS120-E5/S 7-174. Click Next when the InstallShield Wizard window appears.5. Toggle I accept the terms in the license agreement and click Next

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

7-18 Chapter 7: Driver installation6. Click Install to start the installation.7. Click Finish to exit the wizard when the installation is completed.

ASUS RS120-E5/S 7-197.4 VGA driver installationThis section provides instructions on how to install the XGI Volari Z9s Video Graphics Adapter (VGA) d

7-20 Chapter 7: Driver installation4. The XGI VGA Package window appears, preparing the setup.6. The system will update the VGA driver.7. When the

ASUS RS120-E5/S 7-217.5 Management applications and utilities installationThe support CD that came with the motherboard package contains the d

7-22 Chapter 7: Driver installation7.5.3 Management Software menuThe Management Software menu displays the available network and server monitoring ap

ASUS RS120-E5/S 1-71.7 LED information1.7.1 Front panel LEDs1.7.2 LAN (RJ-45) LEDsMessage LEDLAN2 LEDHDD Access LEDLAN1 LEDPower LEDLocation LEDLED

Chapter 1: Product introduction1-81.7.4 Rear panel LEDsLED Display status DescriptionLocation LED OFFONNormal statusLocation switch is pressed (Pres

ASUS RS120-E5/S2-This chapter lists the hardware setup procedures that you have to perform when installing or removing system components.Chapter 2Har

iiCopyright © 2008 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 cover2.1.1 Removing the front cover1. Use a Phillips screwdriver to remove the screw on each front end of

2-3ASUS RS120-E5/S6. Disconnect the LAN activity LED/Locator LED cable and USB cable from the connectors under the top front cover. 7. Disconnect th

Chapter 2: Hardware setup2-42. Firmly hold the cover and slide it toward the rear panel for about half an inch until it is disengaged from the chass

2-5ASUS RS120-E5/S2.2.1 Installing the CPUTo install a CPU:1. Locate the CPU socket on the motherboard.2.2 Central Processing Unit (CPU)The system

Chapter 2: Hardware setup2-63. 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

2-7ASUS RS120-E5/SThe CPU ts in only one correct orientation. DO NOT force the CPU into the socket to prevent bending the connectors on the socket an

Chapter 2: Hardware setup2-82. Carefully lower the airduct until it ts in place.To install the airduct:1. Position the airduct on top of the heats

2-9ASUS RS120-E5/S2.3 System memory2.3.1 DIMM sockets locationThe system motherboard comes with four Double Data Rate II (DDR2) Dual Inline Memory M

Chapter 2: Hardware setup2-102.3.3 Installing a DIMMMake sure to unplug the power supply before adding or removing DIMMs or other system components.

2-11ASUS RS120-E5/S2.4 Hard disk drivesThe system supports four hot-swap Serial ATA hard disk drives. The hard disk drive installed on the left tray

iiiContentsContents ... iiiNotices ...

Chapter 2: Hardware setup2-125. Carefully insert the drive tray and push it all the way to the depth of the bay until a small fraction of the tray e

2-13ASUS RS120-E5/S2.5 Expansion slot2.5.1 Installing an expansion card to the riser card bracketThe barebone server comes with a riser card bracket

Chapter 2: Hardware setup2-14To install a PCI Express x4 card:2. Use a Phillips (cross) screwdriver to remove the screw that secures the slot metal

2-15ASUS RS120-E5/S2.5.2 Reinstalling the riser card bracketTo reinstall the riser card bracket:1. Take note of the holes on the riser card bay. The

Chapter 2: Hardware setup2-162.5.3 Replacing the optional riser cardThe optional PCIX-E8-R10 riser card offers a better system expansion ability and

2-17ASUS RS120-E5/S2.5.4 Conguringanexpansion cardAfter installing the expansion card, congure the it by adjusting the software settings.1. Turn

Chapter 2: Hardware setup2-182.6 Cable connectionsPre-connected system cables1. 24-pin SSI power connector (from power supply to motherboard)2. 4-

2-19ASUS RS120-E5/S2.7 SAS backplane cablingConnect the SAS HDDsConnects a 8-pin plug from power supplyConnects the SATA cable from SATA1 (Port0) on

Chapter 2: Hardware setup2-202.8 Removable componentsYou may need to remove previously installed system components when installing or removing syste

2-21ASUS RS120-E5/STo uninstall the system fans:1. Disconnect a system fan cable from the fan connector on the motherboard.To reinstall the system fa

ivContents2.5.4 Conguring an expansion card ... 2-172.6 Cable connections ...

Chapter 2: Hardware setup2-222.8.2 System fan with dummy caseThe system fan for the memory module(s) comes with a dummy case that allows it to t in

2-23ASUS RS120-E5/STo reinstall the device fan:1. Insert the fan to the fan cage. The airow directional arrow on the fan side should point towards t

Chapter 2: Hardware setup2-242.8.4 Power supply moduleTo uninstall the power supply module:1. Disconnect all the power cables connected to the moth

2-25ASUS RS120-E5/S2.8.5 Optical driveTo uninstall the slim optical drive:1. Refer to section 2.1.1 Removing the front cover to remove the front cov

Chapter 2: Hardware setup2-26To reinstall the optical drive, follow the instructions in the previous chapter in a reverse order.When installing a new

2-27ASUS RS120-E5/STo reinstall the motherboard:1. Firmly hold the motherboard by the sides and insert it into the chassis as shown.2. Carefully adj

Chapter 2: Hardware setup2-28

ASUS RS120-E5/S2-This chapter describes how to install the optional components 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

3-3ASUS RS120-E5/S3.3 Attaching the rails to the rackTo attach the rails to the rack:1. Select one unit of space (1U) on the rack where you wish to

vContents5.2.9 General help ... 5-95.3 Main menu ...

Chapter 3: Installation options3-43.4 Rackmounting the serverTo mount the server to the rack:1. Firmly hold the server on both sides and insert the

ASUS RS120-E5/SChapter 4Motherboard infoThis chapter gives information about the motherboard that comes with the server. This chapter includes the mo

Chapter 4: Motherboard information4-24.1 Motherboard layoutP5BV-R8MbitFlashBIOSSuperI/O31cm (12.2in)26cm (10.2in)CR2032 3VLithium CellCMOS Power®ATX1

ASUS RS120-E5/S 4-3Layout contentsJumpers Page1. Clear RTC RAM (CLRTC1) 4-42. Gigabit LAN1 controller setting (3-pin L1_EN 4-53. Gigabit LAN2 contr

Chapter 4: Motherboard information4-44.2 Jumpers1. Clear RTC RAM (CLRTC1)This jumper allows you to clear the Real Time Clock (RTC) RAM in CMOS. You

ASUS RS120-E5/S 4-52. Gigabit LAN1 controller setting (3-pin L1_EN)This jumper allows you to enable or disable the Broadcom® Gigabit LAN controller t

Chapter 4: Motherboard information4-64. Integrated graphics controller (3-pin VGA_EN1)This jumper allows you to enable or disable the onboard graphic

ASUS RS120-E5/S 4-76. Force BIOS recovery (3-pin RECOVERY1)This jumper allows you to update or recover the BIOS settings when it gets corrupted or de

Chapter 4: Motherboard information4-84.3 Connectors1. Floppy disk drive connector (34-1 pin FLOPPY1)This connector is for the provided oppy disk dr

ASUS RS120-E5/S 4-93. Serial ATA connectors (7-pin SATA1, SATA2, SATA3, SATA4)These connectors are for the Serial ATA signal cables for Serial ATA ha

viContents6.2.1 Creating a RAID 0 or RAID 1 set ... 6-56.2.2 Creating a RAID 10 set ...

Chapter 4: Motherboard information4-105. System and device fan connectors (3-pin CPU_FAN1/2/3/4; CHASSIS_FAN1)The fan connectors support the system a

ASUS RS120-E5/S 4-116. USB port connector (10-1 pin USB34)By default this connects to the front panel to support two USB 2.0 ports.7. Serial port co

Chapter 4: Motherboard information4-128. SSI power connectors (24-pin ATXPWR1, 4-pin ATX12V1)These connectors are for SSI power supply plugs. The pow

ASUS RS120-E5/S 4-139. LPC debug card connector (14-1 pin LPC1)This is a low pin count interface used to plug in the LPC debug card.P5BV-R®+3.3VPIN1+

Chapter 4: Motherboard information4-1411. Auxiliary panel connector (20-pin AUX_PANEL1)This connector is for additional front panel features includin

ASUS RS120-E5/S 4-15• System power LED (Green 3-pin PLED) This 3-pin connector is for the system power LED. Connect the chassis power LED cable to th

Chapter 4: Motherboard information4-16

ASUS RS120-E5/SChapter 5BIOS setupThis chapter tells how to change the system settings through the BIOS Setup menus. Detailed descriptions of the BIO

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 RS120-E5/S 5-35.1.2 AFUDOS utilityThe AFUDOS utility allows you to update the BIOS le in DOS environment using a bootable oppy disk with the u

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

5-4 Chapter 5: BIOS setupA:\>afudos /i8036A0.ROMAMI Firmware Update Utility - Version 1.19(ASUS V2.07(03.11.24BB))Copyright (C) 2002 American Megat

ASUS RS120-E5/S 5-55. The utility returns to the DOS prompt after the BIOS update process is completed. Reboot the system from the hard disk drive.A:

5-6 Chapter 5: BIOS setup5.1.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utilityThe ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 is an auto recovery tool that allows you to restore the BIOS l

ASUS RS120-E5/S 5-75.2 BIOS setup programThis motherboard supports a programmable rmware chip that you can update using the provided utility describ

5-8 Chapter 5: BIOS setup5.2.2 Menu barThe menu bar on top of the screen has the following main items:Main For changing the basic system congura

ASUS RS120-E5/S 5-95.2.4 Menu itemsThe highlighted item on the menu bar displays the specic items for that menu. For example, selecting Main shows t

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 RS120-E5/S 5-11The BIOS automatically detects the values opposite the dimmed items (Device, Vendor, Size, LBA Mode, Block Mode, PIO Mode, Async D

5-12 Chapter 5: BIOS setupPIO Mode [Auto]Allows you to select the data transfer mode. Conguration options: [Auto] [0] [1] [2] [3] [4]DMA Mode [Auto]S

ASUS RS120-E5/S 5-13ATA/IDEConguration[Enhanced]Allows selection of the IDE operation mode depending on the installed operating system (OS). Set to

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

5-14 Chapter 5: BIOS setupThe Legacy IDE Channels option appears only when you set ATA/IDE Conguration to [Compatible].Legacy IDE Channels [SATA Pri,

ASUS RS120-E5/S 5-155.3.6 System InformationThis menu gives you an overview of the general system specications. The BIOS automatically detects the i

5-16 Chapter 5: BIOS setup5.4 Advanced menuThe Advanced menu items allow you to change the settings for the CPU and other system devices.Take caution

ASUS RS120-E5/S 5-17USB 2.0 Controller [Enabled]Allows you to enable or disable the USB 2.0 controller. Conguration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] Leg

5-18 Chapter 5: BIOS setup5.4.3 CPUCongurationThe items in this menu show the CPU-related information that the BIOS automatically detects. Select S

ASUS RS120-E5/S 5-19AdjacentCacheLinePrefetch[Enabled]Enables or disables the Adjacent Cache Line Prefetch feature. Conguration options: [Disable

5-20 Chapter 5: BIOS setup5.4.4 ChipsetThe Chipset menu allows you to change the advanced chipset settings. Select an item then press <Enter> t

ASUS RS120-E5/S 5-21DRAM Frequency [Auto]Allows you to set the DDR operating frequency. Conguration options: [Auto] [667 MHz] [800 MHz]CongureDRAM

5-22 Chapter 5: BIOS setup5.4.5 OnboardDevicesConguration Select Screen Select Item+- Change OptionF1 General HelpF10 Save and ExitESC

ASUS RS120-E5/S 5-235.4.6 PCI/PnPCongurationThe PCI/PnP Conguration menu items allow you to change the advanced settings for PCI/PnP devices. Plug

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

5-24 Chapter 5: BIOS setup5.5 Server menuThis Server menu items allow you to customize the server features. Select Screen Select Item+- Change

ASUS RS120-E5/S 5-25Serial port number [COM1]Selects the serial port for console redirection. Conguration options: [COM1] [COM2]Baudrate [19200 8,n,1

5-26 Chapter 5: BIOS setup5.6 Power menuThe Power menu items allow you to change the settings for the Advanced Power Management (APM). Select an item

ASUS RS120-E5/S 5-275.6.2 APMConguration Select Screen Select Item+- Change OptionF1 General HelpF10 Save and ExitESC Exitv02.61 (C)Copyright 1985

5-28 Chapter 5: BIOS setup5.6.3 Hardware Monitor Select Screen Select Item+- Change OptionF1 General HelpF10 Save and ExitESC Exitv02.61 (C)Copyrigh

ASUS RS120-E5/S 5-295.7.1 Boot Device PriorityBIOS SETUP UTILITY BootSpecies the boot sequence from the availa

5-30 Chapter 5: BIOS setup5.7.3 BootSettingsConguration Select Screen Select Item+- Change OptionF1 General HelpF10 Save and ExitESC Exitv02.61 (

ASUS RS120-E5/S 5-315.7.4 SecurityThe Security menu items allow you to change the system security settings. Select an item then press <Enter> t

5-32 Chapter 5: BIOS setupAfter you have set a supervisor password, the other items appear to allow you to change other security settings. User Access

ASUS RS120-E5/S 5-33Password Check [Setup]When set to [Setup], BIOS checks for user password when accessing the Setup utility. When set to [Always], B