Disk Array & Driver Installation Guide English Version
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Server systems and motherboards RAID configuration and driver installation guide For • AP130-E1 5U Rackmount Server • AP1720-E2 5U Rackmount Server • NCCH-DL Motherboard • PSCH-L Motherboard
Server systems and motherboards RAID configuration and driver installation guide For • AP130-E1 5U Rackmount Server • AP1720-E2 5U Rackmount Server • NCCH-DL Motherboard • PSCH-L Motherboard
AP1720-E2 English version manual
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It includes sections on the front panel and rear panel specifications. ASUS AP1720-E2 user guide 1-1 Product introduction Chapter 1 This chapter describes the general features of the barebone server.
It includes sections on the front panel and rear panel specifications. ASUS AP1720-E2 user guide 1-1 Product introduction Chapter 1 This chapter describes the general features of the barebone server.
AP1720-E2 English version manual
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1.1 System package contents Check your ASUS AP1720-E2 package with ASWM** • TrendMicro® ServerProtect® CD Documentation • ASUS AP1720-E2 user guide • ASUS NCCH-DL user guide Optional items • ASUS AK25 rackmount rail kit • ASUS AK25 internal HDD cage (non-hot swap) • ASUS AK25 600 W 2+1 redundant power supply * All models support a 600 W single or redundant...
1.1 System package contents Check your ASUS AP1720-E2 package with ASWM** • TrendMicro® ServerProtect® CD Documentation • ASUS AP1720-E2 user guide • ASUS NCCH-DL user guide Optional items • ASUS AK25 rackmount rail kit • ASUS AK25 internal HDD cage (non-hot swap) • ASUS AK25 600 W 2+1 redundant power supply * All models support a 600 W single or redundant...
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... on-die 1MB/512KB L2 cache with full speed Memory 4 x 184-pin DDR sockets for up to Chapter 4 "Motherboard information" for information on the motherboard. ASUS AP1720-E2 barebone server 1-3 Chassis Pedestal or rackmount 5U with 24-pin and 8-pin power plugs) or 600 W redundant power supply (optional) * Refer to 4GB memory Supports...
... on-die 1MB/512KB L2 cache with full speed Memory 4 x 184-pin DDR sockets for up to Chapter 4 "Motherboard information" for information on the motherboard. ASUS AP1720-E2 barebone server 1-3 Chassis Pedestal or rackmount 5U with 24-pin and 8-pin power plugs) or 600 W redundant power supply (optional) * Refer to 4GB memory Supports...
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... panel. For future installation of 5.25-inch devices, two drive bays are located on the front panel and serves as security. 1.3 Front panel features The AP1720-E2 chassis displays a stylish front bezel with lock. The drive bays, power and reset buttons, LED indicators, CD-ROM drive, floppy drive, IEEE 1394 and front...
... panel. For future installation of 5.25-inch devices, two drive bays are located on the front panel and serves as security. 1.3 Front panel features The AP1720-E2 chassis displays a stylish front bezel with lock. The drive bays, power and reset buttons, LED indicators, CD-ROM drive, floppy drive, IEEE 1394 and front...
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ASUS AP1720-E2 barebone server 1-5 If you wish to access front I/O ports and floppy disk drive without opening the bezel, hold the tab and move the sliding panel (rightmost panel) to the left as shown.
ASUS AP1720-E2 barebone server 1-5 If you wish to access front I/O ports and floppy disk drive without opening the bezel, hold the tab and move the sliding panel (rightmost panel) to the left as shown.
AP1720-E2 English version manual
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AI4 (four internal IDE/SATA configuration) 2 1 3 5 4 10 7 6 9 1. Chassis fan 8 6. Expansion card locks 7. Front I/O board 10. Power supply cage 2. Chassis roller wheels 9. Hard disk drive cage 5. CD-ROM drive 3. 2 x 5.25-inch drive bays 4. NCCH-DL motherboard 8. Chassis intrusion switch ASUS AP1720-E2 barebone server 1-7 1.5 Internal features The barebone server system includes the basic components as shown.
AI4 (four internal IDE/SATA configuration) 2 1 3 5 4 10 7 6 9 1. Chassis fan 8 6. Expansion card locks 7. Front I/O board 10. Power supply cage 2. Chassis roller wheels 9. Hard disk drive cage 5. CD-ROM drive 3. 2 x 5.25-inch drive bays 4. NCCH-DL motherboard 8. Chassis intrusion switch ASUS AP1720-E2 barebone server 1-7 1.5 Internal features The barebone server system includes the basic components as shown.
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AS8 (eight hot-swap SCSI configuration) 13 11 14 15 16 17 1. CD-ROM drive 3. 2 x 5.25-inch drive bays 4. Hard disk drive cage 5. Expansion card locks 7. SATA backplane (hidden) 13. ASUS U160/U320 SCSI card 15. NCCH-DL motherboard 8. Front I/O board 10. Chassis intrusion switch 11. Power supply cage 2. Chassis fan 6. Chassis roller wheels 9. HDD fan 12. SCSI backplane (hidden) 14. Second SCSI backplane (hidden) 16. Second HDD fan 17. Second hard disk drive cage ASUS AP1720-E2 barebone server 1-9
AS8 (eight hot-swap SCSI configuration) 13 11 14 15 16 17 1. CD-ROM drive 3. 2 x 5.25-inch drive bays 4. Hard disk drive cage 5. Expansion card locks 7. SATA backplane (hidden) 13. ASUS U160/U320 SCSI card 15. NCCH-DL motherboard 8. Front I/O board 10. Chassis intrusion switch 11. Power supply cage 2. Chassis fan 6. Chassis roller wheels 9. HDD fan 12. SCSI backplane (hidden) 14. Second SCSI backplane (hidden) 16. Second HDD fan 17. Second hard disk drive cage ASUS AP1720-E2 barebone server 1-9
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Chapter 2 This chapter lists the hardware setup procedures that you have to perform when installing or removing system components. Hardware setup ASUS AP1720-E2 barebone server 2-1
Chapter 2 This chapter lists the hardware setup procedures that you have to perform when installing or removing system components. Hardware setup ASUS AP1720-E2 barebone server 2-1
AP1720-E2 English version manual
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... cables. All the six hooks (three each on the model you purchased. Perform the procedures in place. 3. You may need to secure the side cover. 1 2 3 3 ASUS AP1720-E2 barebone server 2-3
... cables. All the six hooks (three each on the model you purchased. Perform the procedures in place. 3. You may need to secure the side cover. 1 2 3 3 ASUS AP1720-E2 barebone server 2-3
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The sockets are designed for details. 2.3.2 Installing the CPU Note in the 604-pin package. Refer to allow enough space for CPU2 ASUS AP1720-E2 barebone server 2-5 Intel Xeon NCCH-DL ® NCCH-DL Socket 604 Gold Arrow Before installing the CPU, remove the chassis fan attached to the inner ...
The sockets are designed for details. 2.3.2 Installing the CPU Note in the 604-pin package. Refer to allow enough space for CPU2 ASUS AP1720-E2 barebone server 2-5 Intel Xeon NCCH-DL ® NCCH-DL Socket 604 Gold Arrow Before installing the CPU, remove the chassis fan attached to the inner ...
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...retention brackets, screws, thermal grease, installation manual, and other items that you have more space for CPU and CPU heatsink and fan installation. ASUS AP1720-E2 barebone server 2-7 When installing Intel® Xeon™ FSB 533 CPU(s), it is recommended that you use the fan and heatsink assembly ...necessary for the CPU fan and heatsink assembly installation. Refer to ensure optimum thermal condition and performance. Visit the ASUS website for details. Important notes • This system does not support Intel® Xeon™ FSB 533 box fan and heatsink assembly...
...retention brackets, screws, thermal grease, installation manual, and other items that you have more space for CPU and CPU heatsink and fan installation. ASUS AP1720-E2 barebone server 2-7 When installing Intel® Xeon™ FSB 533 CPU(s), it is recommended that you use the fan and heatsink assembly ...necessary for the CPU fan and heatsink assembly installation. Refer to ensure optimum thermal condition and performance. Visit the ASUS website for details. Important notes • This system does not support Intel® Xeon™ FSB 533 box fan and heatsink assembly...
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The heatsinks appear as shown when installed. CPU2 fan connector (CPU_FAN2) ASUS AP1720-E2 barebone server 2-9 Repeat steps 1 to 3 to install the other heatsink if you have installed a second CPU, then connect the fan cable to the 4-pin connector labeled CPU_FAN2. 4.
The heatsinks appear as shown when installed. CPU2 fan connector (CPU_FAN2) ASUS AP1720-E2 barebone server 2-9 Repeat steps 1 to 3 to install the other heatsink if you have installed a second CPU, then connect the fan cable to the 4-pin connector labeled CPU_FAN2. 4.
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Populated - (2) - ASUS AP1720-E2 barebone server 2-11 Populated (3)* Populated Populated Populated Populated * For dual-channel configuration (3), you may: • install identical DIMMs in all four sockets, or • install ... 800 MHz 533 MHz 400 MHz DDR DIMM Type PC3200 PC2700 PC2100 Memory Frequency 400 MHz 333 MHz 266 MHz Obtain DDR DIMMs only from ASUS qualified vendors for the latest QVL. Table 1 Recommended memory configurations Mode Single-channel Dual-channel Sockets DIMM_A1 DIMM_A2 DIMM_B1 DIMM_B2 (blue) (black) (blue) (black) (1) Populated...
Populated - (2) - ASUS AP1720-E2 barebone server 2-11 Populated (3)* Populated Populated Populated Populated * For dual-channel configuration (3), you may: • install identical DIMMs in all four sockets, or • install ... 800 MHz 533 MHz 400 MHz DDR DIMM Type PC3200 PC2700 PC2100 Memory Frequency 400 MHz 333 MHz 266 MHz Obtain DDR DIMMs only from ASUS qualified vendors for the latest QVL. Table 1 Recommended memory configurations Mode Single-channel Dual-channel Sockets DIMM_A1 DIMM_A2 DIMM_B1 DIMM_B2 (blue) (black) (blue) (black) (1) Populated...
AP1720-E2 English version manual
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Lock lever 2. ASUS AP1720-E2 barebone server 2-13 The front panel assembly is attached to the chassis through four hooked tabs on the left edge of the chassis outward to ...
Lock lever 2. ASUS AP1720-E2 barebone server 2-13 The front panel assembly is attached to the chassis through four hooked tabs on the left edge of the chassis outward to ...
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Swing the front panel to the left side of the chassis until the tabs snap back in place. 1 Hinge-like tabs to the left and fit the four (4) hooked tabs to the holes on the right edge of the chassis. 2. 2.5.2 Re-installing the front panel assembly To re-install the front panel assembly (front bezel and front panel cover): 1. Insert the four hinge-like tab 2 Hooked tab ASUS AP1720-E2 barebone server 2-15
Swing the front panel to the left side of the chassis until the tabs snap back in place. 1 Hinge-like tabs to the left and fit the four (4) hooked tabs to the holes on the right edge of the chassis. 2. 2.5.2 Re-installing the front panel assembly To re-install the front panel assembly (front bezel and front panel cover): 1. Insert the four hinge-like tab 2 Hooked tab ASUS AP1720-E2 barebone server 2-15
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Due to easily connect the drive cables. 5. IDE cable ASUS AP1720-E2 barebone server Power plug 2-17 When released, pull up the drive lock bar, carefully insert a 5.25-inch drive into the bay, until the back of ...
Due to easily connect the drive cables. 5. IDE cable ASUS AP1720-E2 barebone server Power plug 2-17 When released, pull up the drive lock bar, carefully insert a 5.25-inch drive into the bay, until the back of ...
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... hard disk drive If you purchased an AS8, AS4, or AA4 configured model, follow these instructions to access the hot-swap drive trays. 2. Metal bracket ASUS AP1720-E2 barebone server 2-19 Open the front bezel to install a hot-swap SATA or SCSI hard disk drive (HDD). 1.
... hard disk drive If you purchased an AS8, AS4, or AA4 configured model, follow these instructions to access the hot-swap drive trays. 2. Metal bracket ASUS AP1720-E2 barebone server 2-19 Open the front bezel to install a hot-swap SATA or SCSI hard disk drive (HDD). 1.
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... IDE/SATA model (AI4), your hard disk drive, the orientation of the drive connectors. Remove the front panel assembly. Rail handle Drive connectors Hole 1 Hole 3 ASUS AP1720-E2 barebone server 2-21 Use a Phillips (cross) screwdriver to attach Rail 1 to as "Rail 1" and "Rail 2" as shown. For identification purposes, the drive rails are referred...
... IDE/SATA model (AI4), your hard disk drive, the orientation of the drive connectors. Remove the front panel assembly. Rail handle Drive connectors Hole 1 Hole 3 ASUS AP1720-E2 barebone server 2-21 Use a Phillips (cross) screwdriver to attach Rail 1 to as "Rail 1" and "Rail 2" as shown. For identification purposes, the drive rails are referred...
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...) from the power supply unit. 4. Connect one end of the supplied 7-pin SATA cable to the SATA connector at the back of the previous section. 2. ASUS AP1720-E2 barebone server 2-23 Follow instructions 1 to the power connector at the back of the SATA power cable to a SATA connector on the motherboard. Connect the...
...) from the power supply unit. 4. Connect one end of the supplied 7-pin SATA cable to the SATA connector at the back of the previous section. 2. ASUS AP1720-E2 barebone server 2-23 Follow instructions 1 to the power connector at the back of the SATA power cable to a SATA connector on the motherboard. Connect the...