Page 1 TS300-E3 Intel Intel ® ® ® ® ® Pentium Pentium ® ® ® ® ® 4/Pentium 4/Pentium ® ® ® ® ® D LGA775 D LGA775 Intel Intel Intel Pentium Pentium Pentium 4/Pentium 4/Pentium 4/Pentium D LGA775 D LGA775 D LGA775 Pedestal/5U Rackmount Pedestal/5U Rackmount Pedestal/5U Rackmount Server...
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Contents Notices ....................vii Safety information ................viii About this guide ................. ix Chapter 1: Product introduction Chapter 1: Product introduction Chapter 1: Product introduction Chapter 1: Product introduction Chapter 1: Product introduction System package contents ............ 1-2 System specifications ............1-4 Front panel features .............
Page 4 Managing and updating your BIOS ........5-2 5.1.1 Creating a bootable floppy disk ......5-2 5.1.2 AFUDOS utility ............5-3 5.1.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 2 utility ........ 5-6 5.1.4 ASUS Update utility ..........5-8 BIOS setup program ............5-11 5.2.1 BIOS menu screen ..........5-12 5.2.2...
Page 5 Contents Main menu ................5-14 5.3.1 System Time ............5-14 5.3.2 System Date ............5-14 5.3.3 Legacy Diskette A ..........5-14 5.3.4 IDE Configuration ..........5-15 5.3.5 Primary/Secondary/Third IDE Master/Slave ..5-16 5.3.6 System Information ..........5-18 Advanced menu ..............5-19 5.4.1 MPS Configuration ..........
Page 6 Contents 6.2.7 Deleting a RAID configuration ....... 6-28 6.2.8 Selecting the boot drive from a RAID set ..... 6-29 6.2.9 Enabling the WriteCache ........6-30 Global Array Manager ............6-30 LSI Logic Configuration Utility (for PS4 model only) ..6-31 6.4.1 Boot Adapter List ..........
Page 7: Notices
Notices Federal Communications Commission Statement Federal Communications Commission Statement Federal Communications Commission Statement Federal Communications Commission Statement Federal Communications Commission Statement This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: • This device may not cause harmful interference, and •...
Page 8: Safety Information
Safety information Electrical Safety Electrical Safety Electrical Safety Electrical Safety Electrical Safety • Before installing or removing signal cables, ensure that the power cables for the system unit and all attached devices are unplugged. • To prevent electrical shock hazard, disconnect the power cable from the electrical outlet before relocating the system.
Page 9: About This Guide
About this guide Audience Audience Audience Audience Audience This user guide is intended for system integrators and experienced users with at least basic knowledge of configuring a server. Contents Contents Contents Contents Contents This guide contains the following parts: 1 . 1 . C h a p t e r 1 : P r o d u c t I n t r o d u c t i o n C h a p t e r 1 : P r o d u c t I n t r o d u c t i o n C h a p t e r 1 : P r o d u c t I n t r o d u c t i o n...
Page 10 N O T E : Tips and information to aid in completing a task. Reference Reference Reference Reference Reference Visit the ASUS websites worldwide that provide updated information for all ASUS hardware and software products. Refer to the ASUS contact information for details. x x x x x...
Page 11 Chapter 1 This chapter describes the general features of the barebone server, including sections on the front panel and rear panel specifications. A S U S T S 3 0 0 - E 3 A S U S T S 3 0 0 - E 3 A S U S T S 3 0 0 - E 3 A S U S T S 3 0 0 - E 3 A S U S T S 3 0 0 - E 3...
Page 12: System Package Contents
System package contents Check your ASUS TS300-E3 package with the items on the following table. The package contents vary for the following configurations: • P A 4 P A 4 P A 4 P A 4 (four hot-swap Serial ATA hard disk drives) P A 4 •...
Page 13: System Specifications
System specifications The ASUS TS300-E3 is a barebone server system featuring the ASUS P5MT Series motherboard. The server supports an Intel ® Pentium ® 4/Pentium ® processor in the 775-land package, and includes the latest technologies through the chipsets embedded on the motherboard.
Page 14 (colored green on PS4 model) 1 x PCI Express™ x16 slot (x8 Link)** 1 x Mini-PCI socket for the ASUS Server Management Board D r i v e b a y s D r i v e b a y s D r i v e b a y s 1 x 3.25-inch FDD bay...
Page 15: Front Panel Features
Front panel features The TS300-E3 chassis displays a stylish front bezel with lock. The bezel covers the system components on the front panel and serves as security. Open the bezel to access the front panel components. The drive bays, power and reset buttons, LED indicators, CD-ROM drive, floppy drive, and USB 2.0 ports are located on the front panel.
Page 16: Rear Panel Features
Rear panel features The rear panel includes a slot for the motherboard rear I/O ports, expansion slots, a chassis lock and intrusion switch, a vent for the system fan, and power supply module. P o w e r s u p p l y m o d u l e P o w e r s u p p l y m o d u l e P o w e r s u p p l y m o d u l e P o w e r s u p p l y m o d u l e...
Page 17: Internal Features
9 9 9 9 9 • • • • Power supply unit Chassis fan ASUS P5MT motherboard Chassis intrusion switch Expansion card locks Optical drive 2 x 5.25-inch drive bays HDD blower (HDD drive cage inside) Front I/0 board 10. SATA backplane...
Page 18 9 9 9 9 9 • • • • Power supply unit Chassis fan ASUS P5MT/SCSI motherboard Chassis intrusion switch Expansion card locks Optical drive 2 x 5.25-inch drive bays HDD blower (HDD drive cage inside) Front I/0 board 10. SCSI backplane...
Page 19: Led Information
LED information The barebone system comes with five LED indicators. Refer to the following table for the LED status description. System and HDD LED System and HDD LED System and HDD LED System and HDD LED System and HDD LED P o w e r L E D ( b l u e ) P o w e r L E D ( b l u e ) P o w e r L E D ( b l u e )
Page 20 1 - 1 0 1 - 1 0 1 - 1 0 1 - 1 0 1 - 1 0 C h a p t e r 1 : P r o d u c t i n t r o d u c t i o n C h a p t e r 1 : P r o d u c t i n t r o d u c t i o n C h a p t e r 1 : P r o d u c t i n t r o d u c t i o n C h a p t e r 1 : P r o d u c t i n t r o d u c t i o n...
Page 21 Chapter 2 This chapter lists the hardware setup procedures that you have to perform when installing or removing system components. A S U S T S 3 0 0 - E 3 A S U S T S 3 0 0 - E 3 A S U S T S 3 0 0 - E 3 A S U S T S 3 0 0 - E 3 A S U S T S 3 0 0 - E 3...
Page 22: Chapter 2: Hardware Setup
Chassis cover The chassis features a “screwless design” that allows convenient assembly and disassembly. You can simply push or slide mechanical bolts and locks to remove the cover. 2.1.1 2.1.1 Removing the side cover Removing the side cover 2.1.1 2.1.1 2.1.1 Removing the side cover Removing the side cover...
Page 23: Reinstalling The Side Cover
You may need to remove some of the installed components to access the DIMM sockets and internal connectors. Refer to section “2.10 Removable components” for instructions. 2.1.2 2.1.2 Reinstalling the side cover Reinstalling the side cover 2.1.2 2.1.2 2.1.2 Reinstalling the side cover Reinstalling the side cover Reinstalling the side cover To reinstall the side cover:...
Page 24: Motherboard Overview
Motherboard overview The barebone server comes with the P5MT (PA4 model) or P5MT/SCSI (PS4 model) motherboard already installed. The motherboard is secured to the chassis by nine (9) screws as indicated by the circles in the illustration below. Refer to “Chapter 4 Motherboard information” for detailed information on the motherboard.
Page 25: Central Processing Unit (Cpu)
Central Processing Unit (CPU) The motherboard comes with a surface mount LGA775 socket designed for the Intel ® Pentium ® 4 processor in the 775-land package 2.3.1 2.3.1 Installing the CPU Installing the CPU 2.3.1 2.3.1 2.3.1 Installing the CPU Installing the CPU Installing the CPU To install a CPU:...
Page 26 Lift the load lever in the direction of the arrow to a 135º angle. Lift the load plate with your thumb and forefinger to a 100º angle (A), then push the PnP cap from the load plate window to remove (B). L o a d p l a t e L o a d p l a t e L o a d p l a t e...
Page 27 The CPU fits in only one correct orientation. DO NOT force the CPU into the socket to prevent bending the connectors on the socket and damaging the CPU! Close the load plate (A), then push the load lever (B) until it snaps into the retention tab.
Page 28: Installing The Cpu Heatsink And Airduct Assembly
2.3.2 2.3.2 2.3.2 Installing the CPU heatsink and airduct Installing the CPU heatsink and airduct Installing the CPU heatsink and airduct 2.3.2 2.3.2 Installing the CPU heatsink and airduct Installing the CPU heatsink and airduct assembly assembly assembly assembly assembly The TS300-E3 comes with a proprietary CPU heatsink and airduct, which come in separate boxes when you receive the package.
Page 29 Position the CPU heatsink and 3 3 3 3 3 airduct assembly on top of the installed CPU, making sure that the heatsink screws match the 3 3 3 3 3 screw holes on the 2 2 2 2 2 motherboard.
Page 30: System Memory
Always install DIMMs with the same CAS latency. For optimum compatibility, it is recommended that you obtain memory modules from the same vendor. Refer to the DDR2 Qualified Vendors List at the ASUS web site. • When installing one or two DIMMs, install the DIMM(s) to the blue slots (DIMM_A2/DIMM_B2).
Page 31: Installing A Dimm
2.4.3 2.4.3 Installing a DIMM Installing a DIMM 2.4.3 2.4.3 2.4.3 Installing a DIMM Installing a DIMM Installing a DIMM Unplug the power supply before adding or removing DIMMs or other system components. Failure to do so can cause severe damage to both the motherboard and the components.
Page 32: Front Panel Assembly
Front panel assembly 2.5.1 2.5.1 Removing the front panel assembly Removing the front panel assembly 2.5.1 2.5.1 2.5.1 Removing the front panel assembly Removing the front panel assembly Removing the front panel assembly Before you can install a 5.25-inch drive, you should first remove the front panel assembly (front bezel and front panel cover).
Page 33 Unhook the hinge-like tabs from the holes on the right side of the front panel to completely detach the front panel assembly from the chassis. Do not use too much force when removing the front panel assembly. H i n g e - l i k e t a b H i n g e - l i k e t a b H i n g e - l i k e t a b H i n g e - l i k e t a b...
Page 34: Reinstalling The Front Panel Assembly
2.5.2 2.5.2 2.5.2 Reinstalling the front panel assembly Reinstalling the front panel assembly Reinstalling the front panel assembly 2.5.2 2.5.2 Reinstalling the front panel assembly Reinstalling the front panel assembly To reinstall the front panel assembly (front bezel and front panel cover): Insert the four hinge-like tabs to the holes on the right edge of the chassis.
Page 35: Inch Drives
5.25-inch drives If you have previously used and powered up the system, and that it may be connected to an AC power source, make sure to unplug the power cable before installing or removing any system components. Failure to do so may cause damage to the motherboard and other system components! Three 5.25-inch drive bays are located on the upper front part of...
Page 36 Make sure that the drive and bay hole align as shown. When in place, the drive protrudes about an inch from the front panel. Secure the drive with a screw. Connect the IDE cable to the IDE connector on the back of the drive.
Page 37 On the front panel assembly, detach the plastic bay cover opposite the 5.25-inch drive that you installed by pressing the two hooked tabs on each side of the bay cover. Reinstall the front panel assembly when done. Refer to section “2.5.2 Reinstalling the front panel assembly”...
Page 38: Hard Disk Drives
Hard disk drives 2.7.1 2.7.1 Installing a hot-swap SATA/SCSI HDD Installing a hot-swap SATA/SCSI HDD 2.7.1 2.7.1 2.7.1 Installing a hot-swap SATA/SCSI HDD Installing a hot-swap SATA/SCSI HDD Installing a hot-swap SATA/SCSI HDD Follow the instructions in this section to install a hot-swap SATA (PA4 model) or SCSI (PS4 model) hard disk drive (HDD).
Page 39 5. Place a SATA or an SCA SCSI hard disk to the drive tray, and secure it with four screws. 6. Carefully insert drive tray and push it all the way to the depth of the bay until just a small fraction of the tray edge protrudes.
Page 40: Installing An Hdd Dummy Cover
2.7.2 2.7.2 2.7.2 2.7.2 2.7.2 Installing an HDD dummy cover Installing an HDD dummy cover Installing an HDD dummy cover Installing an HDD dummy cover Installing an HDD dummy cover The HDD dummy covers come pre-installed on the front panel bezel. In case you removed the covers, follow these steps to re-install them.
Page 41: Expansion Cards
Expansion cards Refer to this section when installing expansion cards. Make sure to unplug the power cord before installing or removing expansion cards. Failure to do so may cause physical injury, and damage to the card and motheboard components! 2.8.1 2.8.1 2.8.1 Installing an expansion card...
Page 42: Removing An Expansion Card
2.8.2 2.8.2 2.8.2 Removing an expansion card Removing an expansion card Removing an expansion card 2.8.2 2.8.2 Removing an expansion card Removing an expansion card To remove an expansion card: Remove the screw that secures the card to the chassis. Carefully remove the card from the slot.
Page 43: Cable Connections
Cable connections • The bundled system cables are pre-connected before shipment. You do not need to disconnect these cables unless you will remove pre-installed components to install additional devices. • Refer to Chapter 4 for detailed information on the connectors. 2.9.1 2.9.1 Motherboard connections...
Page 44: Sata Backplane Connections
2.9.2 2.9.2 2.9.2 SATA backplane connections SATA backplane connections SATA backplane connections 2.9.2 2.9.2 SATA backplane connections SATA backplane connections (in PA4 model only) (in PA4 model only) (in PA4 model only) (in PA4 model only) (in PA4 model only) A SATA backplane comes pre-installed in the TS300-E3 PA4 model.
Page 45 Back side Back side Back side Back side Back side The back side of SATA backplane faces the rear panel when installed. This side includes the power connectors, SATA interfaces for the motherboard Serial ATA connectors or the SATA/RAID card, an HDD fan connector, and SMBus connectors.
Page 46 SATA backplane jumper settings and HDD ID assignments SATA backplane jumper settings and HDD ID assignments SATA backplane jumper settings and HDD ID assignments SATA backplane jumper settings and HDD ID assignments SATA backplane jumper settings and HDD ID assignments The 6-pin jumper J 3 J 3 allows you to define your desired SATA configuration.
Page 47: Scsi Backplane Connections
(in PS4 model only) (in PS4 model only) A SCSI backplane comes pre-installed in the TS300-E3 PS4 model. The SCSI backplane has four 68-pin SCSI connectors to support SCA SCSI hard disks. The backplane design incorporates a hot swap feature to allow easy connection or removal of SCSI hard disks.
Page 48 Back side Back side Back side Back side Back side The back side of SCSI backplane faces the rear panel when installed. This side includes the power connectors, SCSI interfaces for the motherboard SCSI connector or the SCSI/RAID card and terminator, an HDD fan connector, and SMBus connectors.
Page 49 SCSI backplane jumper settings and HDD ID assignments SCSI backplane jumper settings and HDD ID assignments SCSI backplane jumper settings and HDD ID assignments SCSI backplane jumper settings and HDD ID assignments SCSI backplane jumper settings and HDD ID assignments The 6-pin jumper J 1 J 1 on each of the SCSI backplanes allows you to define your desired SCSI configuration.
Page 50: 2.10 Removable Components
2.10 Removable components You may need to remove previously installed system components when installing or removing system devices, or when you need to replace defective components. This section tells how to remove the following components: Chassis fan Chassis footpads and roller wheels HDD blowers Power supply unit...
Page 51 Remove the four screws that secure the metal shroud to the fan. Set the screws aside. To reinstall the chassis fan: Drive in the four screws you removed earlier into the fan screw holes to secure the metal shroud to the fan. Align the chassis fan holes to the screw holes on the chassis.
Page 52: Hdd Blower
Plug the chassis fan cable to the connector on the motherboard. 2.10.2 2.10.2 2.10.2 HDD blower HDD blower HDD blower HDD blower 2.10.2 2.10.2 HDD blower To remove the HDD blower: Remove the side cover. Refer to section “2.1.1 Removing the 3 3 3 3 3 side cover”...
Page 53 Remove the two screws on the blower case using a Phillips screwdriver. Set the screws aside. Remove the blower from the case. To reinstall the HDD blower: Replace the blower into the case. Secure the blower to the case with the two screws you removed earlier.
Page 54 Slide in the blower case as shown, making sure the tabs fit into the holes on the HDD cage. Drive in the thumb screw to secure the HDD blower case. Connect the 3-pin fan cable to the fan connector on the backplane.
Page 55: Sata/Scsi Backplane
2.10.3 2.10.3 2.10.3 SATA/SCSI backplane SATA/SCSI backplane SATA/SCSI backplane SATA/SCSI backplane 2.10.3 2.10.3 SATA/SCSI backplane To remove the SATA/SCSI backplane: Remove the HDD blower case. Refer to section “2.10.2 HDD blowers” for instructions. Disconnect all cables from the SATA/SCSI backplane. When disconnecting a cable, hold and firmly pull the cable plug.
Page 56 To reinstall a SATA/SCSI backplane: Position the backplane into its slot with the component side facing the rear panel, and the power connectors on top. Align the backplane with the rail-like dents on the slot to ensure that it fits securely. R a i l - l i k e d e n t s R a i l - l i k e d e n t s R a i l - l i k e d e n t s...
Page 57: Floppy Disk Drive
2.10.4 2.10.4 Floppy disk drive Floppy disk drive 2.10.4 2.10.4 Floppy disk drive 2.10.4 Floppy disk drive Floppy disk drive You need to remove the front panel assembly before you can remove the floppy disk drive. Refer to section “2.5.1 Removing the front panel assembly”...
Page 58 To install a floppy disk drive: Position the floppy drive vertically with the eject button on the left side (close to the HDDs). Connect the drive signal cable and power cable. F l o p p y d r i v e p o w e r c a b l e F l o p p y d r i v e p o w e r c a b l e F l o p p y d r i v e p o w e r c a b l e F l o p p y d r i v e p o w e r c a b l e...
Page 59: Front I/O Board
2.10.5 2.10.5 2.10.5 Front I/O board Front I/O board Front I/O board Front I/O board 2.10.5 2.10.5 Front I/O board You need to remove the front panel assembly before you can remove the front I/O board. Refer to section “2.5.1 Removing the front panel assembly”...
Page 60 To install the front I/O board: Place the I/O board in the bracket, component side up. Secure the front I/O board to the bracket with a screw. Position the I/O board into the bay with the component side to the left (close to the HDDs). Connect the I/O cables to the connectors on the back of the I/O board.
Page 61: Chassis Footpads And Roller Wheels
2.10.6 2.10.6 Chassis footpads and roller wheels Chassis footpads and roller wheels 2.10.6 2.10.6 Chassis footpads and roller wheels 2.10.6 Chassis footpads and roller wheels Chassis footpads and roller wheels The barebone server system is shipped with four footpads attached to the bottom of the chassis for stability.
Page 62 For convenient transport, install the roller wheels the came with the system package. Each wheel has a brake lock to stabilize the chassis in place. To install the chassis wheels: Lay the chassis in its side. Locate the designated screw holes for each of the four wheel 1 1 1 1 1 3 3 3 3 3...
Page 63: Power Supply Unit
2.10.7 2.10.7 2.10.7 Power supply unit Power supply unit Power supply unit Power supply unit 2.10.7 2.10.7 Power supply unit Refer to this section when removing or installing a power supply unit to the barebone system. You MUST disconnect all power cable plugs from the motherboard and other installed devices before removing the power supply unit.
Page 64 To remove the power supply unit (PSU): Remove the chassis cover. Refer to section “2.1.1 Removing the side cover.” Remove the front panel assembly. Refer to section “2.5.1 Removing the front panel assembly. Lay the chassis on a flat, stable surface.
Page 65 Carefully slide the PSU in the direction of the arrow until it disengages from the chassis. To reinstall the power supply unit: Carefully slide the PSU in the direction of the arrow. Secure the PSU to the chassis with the four screws you removed earlier.
Page 66 Slide in the PSU bracket. Align the screw holes. Secure the bracket with screws you removed earlier. 2 - 4 6 2 - 4 6 2 - 4 6 2 - 4 6 2 - 4 6 C h a p t e r 2 : H a r d w a r e s e t u p C h a p t e r 2 : H a r d w a r e s e t u p C h a p t e r 2 : H a r d w a r e s e t u p C h a p t e r 2 : H a r d w a r e s e t u p...
Page 67 Chapter 3 This chapter describes how to install optional components into the barebone server. A S U S T S 3 0 0 - E 3 A S U S T S 3 0 0 - E 3 A S U S T S 3 0 0 - E 3 A S U S T S 3 0 0 - E 3 A S U S T S 3 0 0 - E 3...
Page 68: Chapter 3: Installation Option
The items required for the optional configurations described in this chapter are not included in the standard barebone system package. These items are purchased separately. Preparing the system for rack mounting Removing the footpads or roller wheels Removing the footpads or roller wheels Removing the footpads or roller wheels Removing the footpads or roller wheels Removing the footpads or roller wheels...
Page 69 Chapter 4 This chapter gives information about the motherboard that comes with the server. This chapter includes the motherboard layout, jumper settings, and connector locations. A S U S T S 3 0 0 - E 3 A S U S T S 3 0 0 - E 3 A S U S T S 3 0 0 - E 3 A S U S T S 3 0 0 - E 3 A S U S T S 3 0 0 - E 3...
Page 70: Motherboard Layouts
Motherboard layouts P5MT model P5MT model P5MT model P5MT model P5MT model 25cm (9.8in) ATXPWR1 KBPWR1 FM_CPU1 PS/2KBMS PSUSMB1 T: Mouse CPU_FAN1 ATX12V1 B: Keyboard USBPW12 USB12 REAR_FAN1 LGA775 COM1 REAR_FAN2 CPU_FAN2 Intel E7230 FM_CPU2 VGA1 DDR2 DIMM_A1 (64 bit,240-pin module) LAN1 DDR2 DIMM_A2 (64 bit,240-pin module) DDR2 DIMM_B1 (64 bit,240-pin module)
Page 71 P5MT/SCSI model P5MT/SCSI model P5MT/SCSI model P5MT/SCSI model P5MT/SCSI model 25cm (9.8in) ATXPWR1 KBPWR1 FM_CPU1 PS/2KBMS PSUSMB1 T: Mouse CPU_FAN1 ATX12V1 B: Keyboard USBPW12 USB12 REAR_FAN1 LGA775 COM1 REAR_FAN2 CPU_FAN2 Intel E7230 FM_CPU2 VGA1 DDR2 DIMM_A1 (64 bit,240-pin module) LAN1 DDR2 DIMM_A2 (64 bit,240-pin module) DDR2 DIMM_B1 (64 bit,240-pin module) LAN2...
Page 72 Layout contents Layout contents Layout contents Layout contents Layout contents J u m p e r s J u m p e r s P a g e P a g e J u m p e r s J u m p e r s J u m p e r s P a g e P a g e...
Page 73: Jumpers
Jumpers The grayed out components in the illustrations may not be present in certain models. 1 . 1 . C l e a r R T C R A M ( C L R T C 1 ) C l e a r R T C R A M ( C L R T C 1 ) C l e a r R T C R A M ( C L R T C 1 ) C l e a r R T C R A M ( C L R T C 1 ) C l e a r R T C R A M ( C L R T C 1 )
Page 74 2 . 2 . C P U f a n p i n s e l e c t i o n ( 3 - p i n F M _ C P U 1 , F M _ C P U 2 ) C P U f a n p i n s e l e c t i o n ( 3 - p i n F M _ C P U 1 , F M _ C P U 2 ) C P U f a n p i n s e l e c t i o n ( 3 - p i n F M _ C P U 1 , F M _ C P U 2 ) C P U f a n p i n s e l e c t i o n ( 3 - p i n F M _ C P U 1 , F M _ C P U 2 )
Page 75 4 . 4 . K e y b o a r d p o w e r ( 3 - p i n K B P W R 1 ) K e y b o a r d p o w e r ( 3 - p i n K B P W R 1 ) K e y b o a r d p o w e r ( 3 - p i n K B P W R 1 ) K e y b o a r d p o w e r ( 3 - p i n K B P W R 1 ) K e y b o a r d p o w e r ( 3 - p i n K B P W R 1 )
Page 76 6 . 6 . G i g a b i t L A N c o n t r o l l e r s e t t i n g ( 3 - p i n L A N _ E N 1 , G i g a b i t L A N c o n t r o l l e r s e t t i n g ( 3 - p i n L A N _ E N 1 , G i g a b i t L A N c o n t r o l l e r s e t t i n g ( 3 - p i n L A N _ E N 1 , G i g a b i t L A N c o n t r o l l e r s e t t i n g ( 3 - p i n L A N _ E N 1 ,...
Page 77 8 . 8 . S C S I c o n t r o l l e r s e t t i n g ( 3 - p i n S C S I _ E N 1 ) S C S I c o n t r o l l e r s e t t i n g ( 3 - p i n S C S I _ E N 1 ) S C S I c o n t r o l l e r s e t t i n g ( 3 - p i n S C S I _ E N 1 ) S C S I c o n t r o l l e r s e t t i n g ( 3 - p i n S C S I _ E N 1 )
Page 78: Internal Connectors
Internal connectors 1 . 1 . F l o p p y d i s k d r i v e c o n n e c t o r ( 3 4 - 1 p i n F L O P P Y 1 ) F l o p p y d i s k d r i v e c o n n e c t o r ( 3 4 - 1 p i n F L O P P Y 1 ) F l o p p y d i s k d r i v e c o n n e c t o r ( 3 4 - 1 p i n F L O P P Y 1 ) F l o p p y d i s k d r i v e c o n n e c t o r ( 3 4 - 1 p i n F L O P P Y 1 )
Page 79 3 . 3 . 3 . 3 . Serial ATA connectors (7-pin SATA1, SATA2, SATA3, SATA4) Serial ATA connectors (7-pin SATA1, SATA2, SATA3, SATA4) Serial ATA connectors (7-pin SATA1, SATA2, SATA3, SATA4) Serial ATA connectors (7-pin SATA1, SATA2, SATA3, SATA4) Serial ATA connectors (7-pin SATA1, SATA2, SATA3, SATA4) These connectors are for the Serial ATA signal cables for Serial ATA hard disk drives.
Page 80 4 . 4 . H a r d d i s k a c t i v i t y L E D c o n n e c t o r ( 4 - p i n H D L E D 1 ) H a r d d i s k a c t i v i t y L E D c o n n e c t o r ( 4 - p i n H D L E D 1 ) H a r d d i s k a c t i v i t y L E D c o n n e c t o r ( 4 - p i n H D L E D 1 ) H a r d d i s k a c t i v i t y L E D c o n n e c t o r ( 4 - p i n H D L E D 1 )
Page 81 6 . 6 . U l t r a 3 2 0 S C S I c o n n e c t o r s ( o n e 6 8 - p i n S C S I A 1 ) U l t r a 3 2 0 S C S I c o n n e c t o r s ( o n e 6 8 - p i n S C S I A 1 ) U l t r a 3 2 0 S C S I c o n n e c t o r s ( o n e 6 8 - p i n S C S I A 1 ) U l t r a 3 2 0 S C S I c o n n e c t o r s ( o n e 6 8 - p i n S C S I A 1 )
Page 82 B M C c o n n e c t o r ( 1 6 - p i n B M C C O N N 1 ) This connector is for the ASUS server management card, if available. LAN2...
Page 83 1 0 . 1 0 . 1 0 . C P U a n d s y s t e m f a n c o n n e c t o r s ( 3 - p i n C P U _ F A N 1 / 2 , C P U a n d s y s t e m f a n c o n n e c t o r s ( 3 - p i n C P U _ F A N 1 / 2 , C P U a n d s y s t e m f a n c o n n e c t o r s ( 3 - p i n C P U _ F A N 1 / 2 , C P U a n d s y s t e m f a n c o n n e c t o r s ( 3 - p i n C P U _ F A N 1 / 2 ,...
Page 84 1 2 . 1 2 . 1 2 . P o w e r s u p p l y S M B u s c o n n e c t o r ( 5 - p i n P S U S M B 1 ) P o w e r s u p p l y S M B u s c o n n e c t o r ( 5 - p i n P S U S M B 1 ) P o w e r s u p p l y S M B u s c o n n e c t o r ( 5 - p i n P S U S M B 1 ) P o w e r s u p p l y S M B u s c o n n e c t o r ( 5 - p i n P S U S M B 1 )
Page 85 1 4 . 1 4 . 1 4 . S y s t e m p a n e l c o n n e c t o r ( 2 0 - p i n P A N E L 1 ) S y s t e m p a n e l c o n n e c t o r ( 2 0 - p i n P A N E L 1 ) S y s t e m p a n e l c o n n e c t o r ( 2 0 - p i n P A N E L 1 ) S y s t e m p a n e l c o n n e c t o r ( 2 0 - p i n P A N E L 1 )
Page 86 1 5 . 1 5 . 1 5 . A u x i l i a r y p a n e l c o n n e c t o r ( 2 0 - p i n A U X _ P A N E L 1 ) A u x i l i a r y p a n e l c o n n e c t o r ( 2 0 - p i n A U X _ P A N E L 1 ) A u x i l i a r y p a n e l c o n n e c t o r ( 2 0 - p i n A U X _ P A N E L 1 ) A u x i l i a r y p a n e l c o n n e c t o r ( 2 0 - p i n A U X _ P A N E L 1 )
Page 87 Chapter 5 This chapter tells how to change system settings through the BIOS Setup menus and describes the BIOS parameters. A S U S T S 3 0 0 - E 3 A S U S T S 3 0 0 - E 3 A S U S T S 3 0 0 - E 3 A S U S T S 3 0 0 - E 3 A S U S T S 3 0 0 - E 3...
Page 88: Managing And Updating Your Bios
Refer to the corresponding sections for details on these utilities. Save a copy of the original motherboard BIOS file to a bootable floppy disk in case you need to restore the BIOS in the future. Copy the original motherboard BIOS using the ASUS Update or AFUDOS utilities. 5.1.1 5.1.1...
Page 89: Afudos Utility
Press <Enter>. The utility copies the current BIOS file to the floppy disk. A:\>afudos /oOLDBIOS1.rom AMI Firmware Update Utility - Version 1.19(ASUS V2.07(03.11.24BB)) Copyright (C) 2002 American Megatrends, Inc. All rights reserved. Reading flash ..done Write to file..ok A:\>...
Page 90 Updating the BIOS file To update the BIOS file using the AFUDOS utility: Visit the ASUS website (www.asus.com) and download the latest BIOS file for the motherboard. Save the BIOS file to a bootable floppy disk. Write the BIOS filename on a piece of paper. You need to type the exact BIOS filename at the DOS prompt.
Page 91 The utility returns to the DOS prompt after the BIOS update process is completed. Reboot the system from the hard disk drive. A:\>afudos /iP5MT.ROM AMI Firmware Update Utility - Version 1.19(ASUS V2.07(03.11.24BB)) Copyright (C) 2002 American Megatrends, Inc. All rights reserved. WARNING!! Do not turn off power during flash BIOS Reading file ..
Page 92: Asus Crashfree Bios 2 Utility
ASUS CrashFree BIOS 2 utility ASUS CrashFree BIOS 2 utility The ASUS CrashFree BIOS 2 is an auto recovery tool that allows you to restore the BIOS file when it fails or gets corrupted during the updating process. You can update a corrupted BIOS file using the motherboard support CD or the floppy disk that contains the updated BIOS file.
Page 93 Restart the system after the utility completes the updating process. The recovered BIOS may not be the latest BIOS version for this motherboard. Visit the ASUS website (www.asus.com) to download the latest BIOS file. A S U S T S 3 0 0 - E 3...
Page 94: Asus Update Utility
5.1.4 5.1.4 ASUS Update utility ASUS Update utility ASUS Update utility The ASUS Update is a utility that allows you to manage, save, and update the motherboard BIOS in Windows ® environment. The ASUS Update utility allows you to: • Save the current BIOS file •...
Page 95 Updating the BIOS through the Internet Updating the BIOS through the Internet Updating the BIOS through the Internet To update the BIOS through the Internet: Launch the ASUS Update utility from the Windows ® desktop by clicking S t a r t S t a r t >...
Page 96 A S U S U p d a t e A S U S U p d a t e A S U S U p d a t e. The ASUS Update main window appears. A S U S U p d a t e...
Page 97: Bios Setup Program
• Visit the ASUS website (www.asus.com) to download the latest BIOS file for this motherboard. A S U S T S 3 0 0 - E 3...
Page 98: Bios Menu Screen
5.2.1 5.2.1 5.2.1 BIOS menu screen BIOS menu screen BIOS menu screen 5.2.1 5.2.1 BIOS menu screen BIOS menu screen M e n u i t e m s M e n u i t e m s M e n u b a r M e n u b a r C o n f i g u r a t i o n f i e l d s C o n f i g u r a t i o n f i e l d s...
Page 99: Menu Items
5.2.4 5.2.4 5.2.4 Menu items Menu items Menu items 5.2.4 5.2.4 Menu items Menu items The highlighted item on the menu BIOS SETUP UTILITY Main Advanced Server Security Boot Exit Use [ENTER], [TAB], bar displays the specific items for System Time [11:10:19] or [SHIFT-TAB] to select a field.
Page 100: Main Menu
Main menu M a i n M a i n When you enter the BIOS Setup program, the M a i n M a i n M a i n menu screen appears, giving you an overview of the basic system information. Refer to section “5.2.1 BIOS menu screen”...
Page 101: Ide Configuration
5.3.4 5.3.4 5.3.4 IDE Configuration IDE Configuration IDE Configuration 5.3.4 5.3.4 IDE Configuration IDE Configuration The items in this menu allow you to set or change the configurations for the IDE devices installed in the system. Select an item then press <Enter> if you want to configure the item.
Page 102: Primary/Secondary/Third Ide Master/Slave
If you want the Serial ATA hard disk drives to use the Advanced Host Controller Interface (AHCI), set this item to [AHCI]. For details on AHCI, go www.intel.com/support/chipsets/imst/sb/CS-012304.htm www.intel.com/support/chipsets/imst/sb/CS-012305.htm The SATA controller is set to Native mode when this item is set to [RAID] or [AHCI].
Page 103 Type [Auto] Type [Auto] Type [Auto] Type [Auto] Type [Auto] Selects the type of IDE drive. Setting to [Auto] allows automatic selection of the appropriate IDE device type. Select [CDROM] if you are specifically configuring a CD-ROM drive. Select [ARMD] (ATAPI Removable Media Device) if your device is either a ZIP, LS-120, or MO drive.
Page 104: System Information
5.3.6 5.3.6 5.3.6 System Information System Information System Information 5.3.6 5.3.6 System Information System Information This menu gives you an overview of the general system specifications. The BIOS automatically detects the items in this menu. BIOS SETUP UTILITY Main AMIBIOS Version : 08.00.11 Build Date : 06/14/05...
Page 105: Advanced Menu
Advanced menu The Advanced menu items allow you to change the settings for the CPU and other system devices. Take caution when changing the settings of the Advanced menu items. Incorrect field values can cause the system to malfunction. BIOS SETUP UTILITY Advanced MPS Configuration Configure the Multi-...
Page 106: Remote Access Configuration
5.4.2 5.4.2 5.4.2 Remote Access Configuration Remote Access Configuration Remote Access Configuration 5.4.2 5.4.2 Remote Access Configuration Remote Access Configuration BIOS SETUP UTILITY Advanced Configure Remote Access type and parameters Select Remote Access type. Remote Access [Enabled] Serial port number [COM1] Base Address, IRQ [3F8h, 4]...
Page 107: Cpu Configuration
VT-UTF8 Combo Key Support [Disabled] VT-UTF8 Combo Key Support [Disabled] VT-UTF8 Combo Key Support [Disabled] VT-UTF8 Combo Key Support [Disabled] VT-UTF8 Combo Key Support [Disabled] Enables or disables the VT-UTF8 combo key support for ANSI or VT100 terminals. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Sredir Memory Display Delay [No Delay] Sredir Memory Display Delay [No Delay] Sredir Memory Display Delay [No Delay]...
Page 108 The Hyper-Threading Technology item appears only when you installed an Intel ® Pentium ® 4 CPU that supports the Hyper-Threading Technology. Hyper-Threading is not supported when you installed a dual-core CPU. Hyper-Threading Technology [Enabled] Hyper-Threading Technology [Enabled] Hyper-Threading Technology [Enabled] Hyper-Threading Technology [Enabled] Hyper-Threading Technology [Enabled] Allows you to enable or disable the processor Hyper-Threading Technology.
Page 109: Chipset Configuration
5.4.4 5.4.4 5.4.4 Chipset Configuration Chipset Configuration Chipset Configuration 5.4.4 5.4.4 Chipset Configuration Chipset Configuration The Chipset Configuration menu allows you to change the advanced chipset settings. Select an item then press <Enter> to display the sub-menu. BIOS SETUP UTILITY Advanced Advanced Chipset Settings Configure North Bridge...
Page 110 NorthBridge Configuration NorthBridge Configuration NorthBridge Configuration NorthBridge Configuration NorthBridge Configuration The NorthBridge Configuration menu allows you to change the Northbridge related settings. BIOS SETUP UTILITY Advanced North Bridge Chipset Configuration ENABLE: Allow remapping of Memory Remap Feature [Enabled] overlapped PCI memory DRAM Frequency [Auto] above the total...
Page 111 DRAM RAS# Precharge [6 DRAM Clocks] Controls the idle clocks after issuing a precharge command to the DDR SDRAM. Configuration options: [2 DRAM Clocks] [3 DRAM Clocks] [4 DRAM Clocks] [5 DRAM Clocks] [6 DRAM Clocks] DRAM RAS# Activate to Precharge [15 DRAM Clocks] Configuration options: [4 DRAM Clocks] [5 DRAM Clocks] ~ [15 DRAM Clocks] Boots Graphic Adapter Priority [PEG/PCI]...
Page 112 PCIE Port Configuration PCIE Port Configuration PCIE Port Configuration PCIE Port Configuration PCIE Port Configuration PCI Express Port 0 [Auto] Allows you to set or disable the PCI Express Port 0. Configuration options: [Auto] [Disabled] PCI Express Port 4 [Auto] Allows you to set or disable the PCI Express Port 4.
Page 113: Onboard Devices Configuration
5.4.5 5.4.5 5.4.5 Onboard Devices Configuration Onboard Devices Configuration Onboard Devices Configuration 5.4.5 5.4.5 Onboard Devices Configuration Onboard Devices Configuration BIOS SETUP UTILITY Advanced Configure W83627EHF-A Super IO Chipset Allows BIOS to Enable or Disable Floppy Onboard Floppy Controller [Enabled] Controller Serial Port1 Address [3F8/IRQ4]...
Page 114: Pci/Pnp Configuration
5.4.6 5.4.6 5.4.6 PCI/PnP Configuration PCI/PnP Configuration PCI/PnP Configuration 5.4.6 5.4.6 PCI/PnP Configuration PCI/PnP Configuration The PCI/PnP Configuration menu items allow you to change the advanced settings for PCI/PnP devices. The menu includes setting the IRQ and DMA channel resources for either PCI/PnP or legacy ISA devices, and setting the memory size block for legacy ISA devices.
Page 115: Power Menu
Power menu The Power menu items allow you to change the settings for the ACPI and Advanced Power Management (APM) features. Select an item then press <Enter> to display the configuration options. BIOS SETUP UTILITY Main Advanced Power Boot Exit Include ACPI APIC ACPI APIC Support [Enabled]...
Page 116 Video Power Down Mode [Suspend] Video Power Down Mode [Suspend] Video Power Down Mode [Suspend] Video Power Down Mode [Suspend] Video Power Down Mode [Suspend] Allows you to select the video power down mode Configuration options: [Disabled] [Standby] [Suspend] Hard Disk Power Down Mode [Suspend] Hard Disk Power Down Mode [Suspend] Hard Disk Power Down Mode [Suspend] Hard Disk Power Down Mode [Suspend]...
Page 117 Restore on AC Power Loss [Last State] Restore on AC Power Loss [Last State] Restore on AC Power Loss [Last State] Restore on AC Power Loss [Last State] Restore on AC Power Loss [Last State] When set to Power Off, the system goes into off state after an AC power loss.
Page 118: Hardware Monitor
Power On By PS/2 Keyboard [Disabled] Power On By PS/2 Keyboard [Disabled] Power On By PS/2 Keyboard [Disabled] Power On By PS/2 Keyboard [Disabled] Power On By PS/2 Keyboard [Disabled] Allows you to use specific keys on the keyboard to turn on the system. This feature requires an ATX power supply that provides at least 1A on the +5VSB lead.
Page 119 Smart Fan Control [Enabled] Smart Fan Control [Enabled] Smart Fan Control [Enabled] Allows you to enable or disable the ASUS Q-Fan feature that smartly adjusts the fan speeds for more efficient system operation. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] The C P U 1 T e m p e r a t u r e...
Page 120: Boot Menu
Boot menu The Boot menu items allow you to change the system boot options. Select an item then press <Enter> to display the sub-menu. BIOS SETUP UTILITY Main Advanced Server Boot Exit Boot Settings Specifies the Boot Device Priority Boot Priority sequence.
Page 121: Boot Settings Configuration
Full Screen Logo [Enabled] Allows you to enable or disable the full screen logo display feature. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Set this item to [Enabled] to use the ASUS MyLogo2™ feature. Bootup Num-Lock [On] Bootup Num-Lock [On] Bootup Num-Lock [On]...
Page 122: Security
5.6.3 5.6.3 5.6.3 Security Security Security 5.6.3 5.6.3 Security Security The Security menu items allow you to change the system security settings. Select an item then press <Enter> to display the configuration options. BIOS SETUP UTILITY Boot Security Settings <Enter> to change password.
Page 123 After you have set a supervisor password, the other items appear to allow you to change other security settings. BIOS SETUP UTILITY Boot Security Settings <Enter> to change password. Supervisor Password : Installed <Enter> again to User Password : Not Installed disable password.
Page 124 Clear User Password Clear User Password Clear User Password Clear User Password Clear User Password Select this item to clear the user password. Password Check [Setup] Password Check [Setup] Password Check [Setup] Password Check [Setup] Password Check [Setup] When set to [Setup], BIOS checks for user password when accessing the Setup utility.
Page 125: Exit Menu
Exit menu The Exit menu items allow you to load the optimal or failsafe default values for the BIOS items, and save or discard your changes to the BIOS items. BIOS SETUP UTILITY Main Advanced Security Boot Exit Exit Options Exit system setup after saving the Exit &...
Page 126 Load Setup Defaults Load Setup Defaults Load Setup Defaults Load Setup Defaults Load Setup Defaults Select this option then press <Enter> to load the optimized settings for each of the Setup menu items. When a confirmation window appears, select [OK] then press <Enter> to load the default settings.
Page 127 Chapter 6 This chapter provides information on how toconfigure your hard disk drives as RAID sets. A S U S T S 3 0 0 - E 3 A S U S T S 3 0 0 - E 3 A S U S T S 3 0 0 - E 3 A S U S T S 3 0 0 - E 3 A S U S T S 3 0 0 - E 3...
Page 128: Chapter 6: Raid Configuration
Setting up RAID The motherboard comes with the following RAID solutions: P5MT model P5MT model P5MT model P5MT model P5MT model • LSI Logic Embedded SATA RAID LSI Logic Embedded SATA RAID LSI Logic Embedded SATA RAID technology embedded in the LSI Logic Embedded SATA RAID LSI Logic Embedded SATA RAID Intel...
Page 129: Installing Hard Disk Drives
6.1.2 6.1.2 6.1.2 Installing hard disk drives Installing hard disk drives Installing hard disk drives 6.1.2 6.1.2 Installing hard disk drives Installing hard disk drives The motherboard supports Serial ATA (both models) and SCSI hard disk drives (P5MT/SCSI model only) for RAID set configuration. For optimal performance, install identical drives of the same model and capacity when creating a disk array.
Page 130: Raid Configuration Utilities
6.1.4 6.1.4 6.1.4 RAID configuration utilities RAID configuration utilities RAID configuration utilities 6.1.4 6.1.4 RAID configuration utilities RAID configuration utilities Depending on the RAID connectors that you use, you can create a RAID set using the utilities embedded in each RAID controller. For example, use the L S I L o g i c E m b e d d e d S A T A R A I D S e t u p U t i l i t y L S I L o g i c E m b e d d e d S A T A R A I D S e t u p U t i l i t y L S I L o g i c E m b e d d e d S A T A R A I D S e t u p U t i l i t y...
Page 131: Lsi Logic Embedded Sata Raid Setup Utility
LSI Logic Embedded SATA RAID Setup Utility The LSI Logic Embedded SATA RAID Setup Utility allows you to create RAID 0, RAID 1, or RAID 10 set(s) from SATA hard disk drives connected to the SATA connectors supported by the motherboard ICH7R Southbridge chip. To enter the LSI Logic Embedded SATA RAID Setup Utility: Turn on the system after installing all the SATA hard disk drives.
Page 132: Creating A Raid 0 Or Raid 1 Set
M e n u M e n u M e n u M e n u M e n u D e s c r i p t i o n D e s c r i p t i o n D e s c r i p t i o n D e s c r i p t i o n D e s c r i p t i o n...
Page 133 The A R R A Y S E L E C T I O N M E N U A R R A Y S E L E C T I O N M E N U A R R A Y S E L E C T I O N M E N U displays the available drives A R R A Y S E L E C T I O N M E N U A R R A Y S E L E C T I O N M E N U connected to the SATA ports.
Page 134 Press <F10>, select the configurable array, then press <SpaceBar>. The logical drive information appears including a Logical Drive menu that allows you to change the logical drive parameters. 6 - 8 6 - 8 C h a p t e r 6 : R A I D c o n f i g u r a t i o n C h a p t e r 6 : R A I D c o n f i g u r a t i o n 6 - 8 6 - 8...
Page 135 Select R A I D R A I D R A I D R A I D from the L o g i c a l D r i v e L o g i c a l D r i v e L o g i c a l D r i v e L o g i c a l D r i v e menu, then press <Enter>.
Page 136 10. When finished setting the selected logical drive configuration, select A c c e p t A c c e p t from the menu, then press <Enter>. A c c e p t A c c e p t A c c e p t 11.
Page 137: Creating A Raid 10 Set
6.2.2 6.2.2 6.2.2 Creating a RAID 10 set Creating a RAID 10 set Creating a RAID 10 set 6.2.2 6.2.2 Creating a RAID 10 set Creating a RAID 10 set You can create a RAID 10 set using four identical hard disk drives. E a s y C o n f i g u r a t i o n E a s y C o n f i g u r a t i o n To create a RAID 10 set using the E a s y C o n f i g u r a t i o n...
Page 138 Select all the drives required for the RAID 10 set, then press <Enter>. The configurable array appears on screen. Press <F10>, select the configurable array, then press <SpaceBar>. The logical drive information appears including a Logical Drive menu that allows you to change the logical drive parameters. 6 - 1 2 6 - 1 2 C h a p t e r 6 : R A I D c o n f i g u r a t i o n...
Page 139 Select R A I D R A I D R A I D R A I D from the L o g i c a l D r i v e L o g i c a l D r i v e L o g i c a l D r i v e L o g i c a l D r i v e menu, then press <Enter>.
Page 140 10. When finished setting the selected logical drive configuration, select A c c e p t A c c e p t from the menu, then press <Enter>. A c c e p t A c c e p t A c c e p t 11.
Page 141: Adding Or Viewing A Raid Configuration
6.2.3 6.2.3 6.2.3 Adding or viewing a RAID configuration Adding or viewing a RAID configuration Adding or viewing a RAID configuration 6.2.3 6.2.3 Adding or viewing a RAID configuration Adding or viewing a RAID configuration You can add a new RAID configuration or view an existing configuration V i e w / A d d C o n f i g u r a t i o n V i e w / A d d C o n f i g u r a t i o n using the V i e w / A d d C o n f i g u r a t i o n...
Page 142 Select all the drives required for the RAID set, then press <Enter>. The configurable array appears on screen. Press <F10>, select the configurable array, then press <SpaceBar>. The logical drive information appears including a Logical Drive menu that allows you to change the logical drive parameters. 6 - 1 6 6 - 1 6 C h a p t e r 6 : R A I D c o n f i g u r a t i o n...
Page 143 Follow steps 6 to 7 of the C r e a t i n g a R A I D s e t : U s i n g E a s y C r e a t i n g a R A I D s e t : U s i n g E a s y C r e a t i n g a R A I D s e t : U s i n g E a s y C r e a t i n g a R A I D s e t : U s i n g E a s y C r e a t i n g a R A I D s e t : U s i n g E a s y...
Page 144: Initializing The Logical Drives
6.2.4 6.2.4 6.2.4 Initializing the logical drives Initializing the logical drives Initializing the logical drives 6.2.4 6.2.4 Initializing the logical drives Initializing the logical drives After creating the RAID set(s), you must initialize the logical drives. You I n i t i a l i z e I n i t i a l i z e may initialize the logical drives of a RAID set(s) using the I n i t i a l i z e I n i t i a l i z e...
Page 145 When prompted, press the <SpaceBar> to select Y e s Y e s Y e s Y e s from the Y e s I n i t i a l i z e ? I n i t i a l i z e ? dialog box, then press <Enter>. You may also press I n i t i a l i z e ? I n i t i a l i z e ? I n i t i a l i z e ?
Page 146 When initialization is completed, press <Esc>. Using the Objects command Using the Objects command Using the Objects command Using the Objects command Using the Objects command O b j e c t s O b j e c t s To initialize the logical drives using the O b j e c t s O b j e c t s O b j e c t s command:...
Page 147 Select L o g i c a l D r i v e L o g i c a l D r i v e L o g i c a l D r i v e L o g i c a l D r i v e from the O b j e c t s O b j e c t s O b j e c t s sub-menu, then press O b j e c t s...
Page 148 When prompted, press the <SpaceBar> to select Y e s Y e s Y e s Y e s from the Y e s I n i t i a l i z e ? I n i t i a l i z e ? dialog box, then press <Enter>. You may also press I n i t i a l i z e ? I n i t i a l i z e ? I n i t i a l i z e ?
Page 149: Rebuilding Failed Drives
6.2.5 6.2.5 6.2.5 Rebuilding failed drives Rebuilding failed drives Rebuilding failed drives 6.2.5 6.2.5 Rebuilding failed drives Rebuilding failed drives You can manually rebuild failed hard disk drives using the R e b u i l d R e b u i l d R e b u i l d R e b u i l d R e b u i l d...
Page 150 After selecting the drive to rebuild, press <F10>. The indicator for the selected drive now shows R B L D R B L D R B L D. R B L D R B L D When prompted, press <Y> to to rebuild the drive. When rebuild is complete, press any key to continue.
Page 151: Checking The Drives For Data Consistency
6.2.6 6.2.6 6.2.6 Checking the drives for data consistency Checking the drives for data consistency Checking the drives for data consistency 6.2.6 6.2.6 Checking the drives for data consistency Checking the drives for data consistency You can check and verify the accuracy of data redundancy in the selected logical drive.
Page 152 When prompted, press the <SpaceBar> to select Y e s Y e s Y e s Y e s from the Y e s C o n s i s t e n c y C h e c k C o n s i s t e n c y C h e c k dialog box, then press <Enter>.
Page 153 Using the Objects command Using the Objects command Using the Objects command Using the Objects command Using the Objects command O b j e c t s O b j e c t s To check data consistency using the O b j e c t s O b j e c t s O b j e c t s command: From the Management Menu, select O b j e c t s...
Page 154: Deleting A Raid Configuration
6.2.7 6.2.7 6.2.7 Deleting a RAID configuration Deleting a RAID configuration Deleting a RAID configuration 6.2.7 6.2.7 Deleting a RAID configuration Deleting a RAID configuration To delete a RAID configuration: C o n f i g u r e C o n f i g u r e C l e a r C l e a r From the Management Menu, select C o n f i g u r e...
Page 155: Selecting The Boot Drive From A Raid Set
6.2.8 6.2.8 6.2.8 Selecting the boot drive from a RAID set Selecting the boot drive from a RAID set Selecting the boot drive from a RAID set 6.2.8 6.2.8 Selecting the boot drive from a RAID set Selecting the boot drive from a RAID set You must have created a new RAID configuration before you can select the C r e a t i n g a R A I D s e t : U s i n g C r e a t i n g a R A I D s e t : U s i n g...
Page 156: Enabling The Writecache
6.2.9 6.2.9 6.2.9 Enabling the WriteCache Enabling the WriteCache Enabling the WriteCache 6.2.9 6.2.9 Enabling the WriteCache Enabling the WriteCache You may enable the RAID controller’s W r i t e C a c h e W r i t e C a c h e W r i t e C a c h e W r i t e C a c h e option to improve the W r i t e C a c h e...
Page 157: Lsi Logic Configuration Utility (For Ps4 Model Only)
LSI Logic Configuration Utility (for PS4 model only) The LSI Logic Configuration Utility allows you to create RAID 0, RAID 1, and RAID-1E from SCSI hard disk drives connected to the SCSI connectors supported by the LSI53C1020A PCI-X SCSI controller. To enter the LSI Logic Configuration Utility: Turn on the system after installing all the SATA hard disk drives.
Page 158: Boot Adapter List
6.4.1 6.4.1 6.4.1 Boot Adapter List Boot Adapter List Boot Adapter List 6.4.1 6.4.1 Boot Adapter List Boot Adapter List The B o o t A d a p t e r L i s t B o o t A d a p t e r L i s t B o o t A d a p t e r L i s t B o o t A d a p t e r L i s t B o o t A d a p t e r L i s t tab allows you to select and configure the SCSI...
Page 159: Global Properties
6.4.2 6.4.2 6.4.2 Global Properties Global Properties Global Properties 6.4.2 6.4.2 Global Properties Global Properties The G l o b a l P r o p e r t i e s G l o b a l P r o p e r t i e s G l o b a l P r o p e r t i e s G l o b a l P r o p e r t i e s G l o b a l P r o p e r t i e s tab allows you to configure the general adapter...
Page 160 B o o t I n f o r m a t i o n D i s p l a y M o d e B o o t I n f o r m a t i o n D i s p l a y M o d e B o o t I n f o r m a t i o n D i s p l a y M o d e B o o t I n f o r m a t i o n D i s p l a y M o d e B o o t I n f o r m a t i o n D i s p l a y M o d e...
Page 161: Adapter Properties
6.4.3 6.4.3 Adapter Properties Adapter Properties 6.4.3 6.4.3 6.4.3 Adapter Properties Adapter Properties Adapter Properties The A d a p t e r P r o p e r t i e s A d a p t e r P r o p e r t i e s A d a p t e r P r o p e r t i e s A d a p t e r P r o p e r t i e s page allows you to configure the device and A d a p t e r P r o p e r t i e s...
Page 162 Changing the adapter properties Changing the adapter properties Changing the adapter properties Changing the adapter properties Changing the adapter properties To change the adapter properties, select an item from the Global Properties screen, then press <+> or <-> change the value. Refer to the items description below.
Page 163 S C S I B u s S c a n O r d e r S C S I B u s S c a n O r d e r S C S I B u s S c a n O r d e r S C S I B u s S c a n O r d e r S C S I B u s S c a n O r d e r Indicates the order in which to scan SCSI identifiers on an adapter.
Page 164 S p i n u p D e l a y ( S e c s ) S p i n u p D e l a y ( S e c s ) S p i n u p D e l a y ( S e c s ) S p i n u p D e l a y ( S e c s ) S p i n u p D e l a y ( S e c s ) Determines the waiting time (in seconds) between spinups of devices...
Page 165 Device Properties Device Properties Device Properties Device Properties Device Properties The D e v i c e P r o p e r t i e s D e v i c e P r o p e r t i e s D e v i c e P r o p e r t i e s D e v i c e P r o p e r t i e s D e v i c e P r o p e r t i e s page allows you update and view individual...
Page 166 S c a n L U N s > 0 S c a n L U N s > 0 S c a n L U N s > 0 S c a n L U N s > 0 S c a n L U N s >...
Page 167 RAID Properties RAID Properties RAID Properties RAID Properties RAID Properties The R A I D P r o p e r t i e s R A I D P r o p e r t i e s R A I D P r o p e r t i e s R A I D P r o p e r t i e s R A I D P r o p e r t i e s page allows you update and view individual devices connected to the adapter.To open the device properties screen, select the...
Page 168: Creating A Raid 1 (Mirror) Set
6.4.4 6.4.4 6.4.4 Creating a RAID 1 (Mirror) set Creating a RAID 1 (Mirror) set Creating a RAID 1 (Mirror) set 6.4.4 6.4.4 Creating a RAID 1 (Mirror) set Creating a RAID 1 (Mirror) set You can create two types of mirrored configuration using the LSI Logic Configuration Utility: Integrated Mirroring (IM) or RAID 1-E.
Page 169 After selecting the drives, press <Esc>. When prompted, select <Save changes, then exit this menu>, then press <Enter> to create the RAID 1 set. A S U S T S 3 0 0 - E 3 A S U S T S 3 0 0 - E 3 6 - 4 3 6 - 4 3 A S U S T S 3 0 0 - E 3...
Page 170: Creating A Raid 0 (Stripe) Set
6.4.5 6.4.5 6.4.5 Creating a RAID 0 (Stripe) set Creating a RAID 0 (Stripe) set Creating a RAID 0 (Stripe) set 6.4.5 6.4.5 Creating a RAID 0 (Stripe) set Creating a RAID 0 (Stripe) set You can create a striped array using the LSI Logic Configuration Utility. To create a RAID 0 set: R A I D P r o p e r t i e s R A I D P r o p e r t i e s...
Page 171: Running The Diagnostic Mode
6.4.6 6.4.6 6.4.6 Running the Diagnostic Mode Running the Diagnostic Mode Running the Diagnostic Mode 6.4.6 6.4.6 Running the Diagnostic Mode Running the Diagnostic Mode Before creating the array, you may press <F4> to run a diagnostic tool on each drive in the system. After checking the drives, the diagnostic tool S i z e S i z e displays a code under the S i z e...
Page 172: Managing Arrays
6.4.7 6.4.7 6.4.7 Managing arrays Managing arrays Managing arrays 6.4.7 6.4.7 Managing arrays Managing arrays After creating the array, return to the B o o t A d a p t e r L i s t B o o t A d a p t e r L i s t B o o t A d a p t e r L i s t B o o t A d a p t e r L i s t screen, select B o o t A d a p t e r L i s t...
Page 173 Deleting arrays Deleting arrays Deleting arrays Deleting arrays Deleting arrays To delete an array: Press <F2> to select < D e l e t e A r r a y > < D e l e t e A r r a y > <...
Page 174 Adding or deleting a hot spare drive Adding or deleting a hot spare drive Adding or deleting a hot spare drive Adding or deleting a hot spare drive Adding or deleting a hot spare drive To add a hot spare drive assigned to a RAID set: From the RAID Properties screen, press <F2>...
Page 175 Press <Esc>. < S a v e c h a n g e s , t h e n e x i t t h i s m e n u > < S a v e c h a n g e s , t h e n e x i t t h i s m e n u > When prompted, select <...
Page 176 6 - 5 0 6 - 5 0 C h a p t e r 6 : R A I D c o n f i g u r a t i o n C h a p t e r 6 : R A I D c o n f i g u r a t i o n 6 - 5 0 6 - 5 0 6 - 5 0...
Page 177 Chapter 7 This chapter provides information on RAID configurations, RAID driver installation, and LAN driver installation for this motherboard. A S U S T S 3 0 0 - E 3 A S U S T S 3 0 0 - E 3 A S U S T S 3 0 0 - E 3 A S U S T S 3 0 0 - E 3 A S U S T S 3 0 0 - E 3...
Page 178: Raid Driver Installation
RAID driver installation After creating the RAID sets for your server system, you are now ready to install an operating system to the independent hard disk drive or bootable array. This part provides instructions on how to install the RAID controller drivers during OS installation.
Page 179: Installing The Raid Controller Driver
7.1.2 7.1.2 7.1.2 Installing the RAID controller driver Installing the RAID controller driver Installing the RAID controller driver 7.1.2 7.1.2 Installing the RAID controller driver Installing the RAID controller driver Windows Windows Windows Windows Windows ® ® ® ® ® 2000/2003 Server OS 2000/2003 Server OS 2000/2003 Server OS...
Page 180 Insert the RAID driver disk you created earlier to the floppy disk drive, then press <Enter>. Select the RAID controller driver from the list, then press <Enter>. I n t e l I n t e l ® ® ® ® ® I C H 7 R L S I L o g i c E m b e d d e d S A T A R A I D I C H 7 R L S I L o g i c E m b e d d e d S A T A R A I D •...
Page 181 T o a n e x i s t i n g W i n d o w s T o a n e x i s t i n g W i n d o w s T o a n e x i s t i n g W i n d o w s ®...
Page 182 To verify the RAID controller driver installation: M y C o m p u t e r M y C o m p u t e r Right-click the M y C o m p u t e r M y C o m p u t e r M y C o m p u t e r icon on the Windows ®...
Page 183 Red Hat Red Hat Red Hat Red Hat Red Hat ® ® ® ® ® Enterprise ver. 3.0 Enterprise ver. 3.0 Enterprise ver. 3.0 Enterprise ver. 3.0 Enterprise ver. 3.0 To install the Intel ® ICH7R LSI Logic Embedded SATA RAID controller driver when installing Red Hat ®...
Page 184 Select Y e s Y e s Y e s Y e s using the <Tab> key when asked if you have the driver Y e s disk. Press <Enter> Select f d 0 f d 0 f d 0 f d 0 using the <Tab>...
Page 185 When prompted, insert the Red Hat ® Enterprise ver. 3.0 RAID driver disk to the floppy disk drive, select O K , O K , O K , O K , then press <Enter>. O K , The drivers for the RAID controller are installed to the system. When asked if you will load additional RAID controller drivers: •...
Page 186 SuSE Linux SuSE Linux SuSE Linux SuSE Linux SuSE Linux To install the RAID controller driver when installing SuSE Linux OS: Boot the system from the SuSE Installation CD. Select Installation from the B o o t O p t i o n s B o o t O p t i o n s B o o t O p t i o n s B o o t O p t i o n s menu, then press...
Page 187 When prompted, insert the RAID driver disk to the floppy disk drive, then press <Enter>. When prompted, select the floppy disk drive (fd0) as the driver update medium, select OK, then press <Enter>. The drivers for the RAID controller are installed to the system. A S U S T S 3 0 0 - E 3 A S U S T S 3 0 0 - E 3 7 - 1 1...
Page 188: Lan Driver Installation
LAN driver installation This section provides instructions on how to install the Broadcom ® Gigabit LAN controller drivers. 7.2.1 7.2.1 Windows Windows ® ® ® ® ® 2000/2003 Server 2000/2003 Server 7.2.1 7.2.1 7.2.1 Windows Windows Windows 2000/2003 Server 2000/2003 Server 2000/2003 Server To install the Broadcom ®...
Page 189: Red Hat ® Enterprise Ver. 3.0
Click N e x t N e x t N e x t when the InstallShield Wizard window appears. Follow N e x t N e x t screen instructions to continue installation. 7.2.2 7.2.2 7.2.2 Red Hat Red Hat Red Hat ®...
Page 190: Vga Driver Installation
VGA driver installation This section provides instructions on how to install the ATI ® RAGE XL Video Graphics Adapter (VGA) driver. 7.3.1 7.3.1 7.3.1 7.3.1 7.3.1 Windows Windows Windows Windows Windows ® ® ® ® ® 2000 Server 2000 Server 2000 Server 2000 Server 2000 Server...
Page 191: Windows 2003 Server
7.3.2 7.3.2 7.3.2 Windows Windows Windows ® ® ® ® ® 2003 Server 2003 Server 2003 Server 7.3.2 7.3.2 Windows Windows 2003 Server 2003 Server The Windows ® 2003 Server operating system automatically recognizes the ® RAGE XL VGA driver during system installation. There is no need to install an additional driver(s) to support the onboard VGA.
Page 192: Management Applications And Utilities Installation
The support CD that came with the motherboard package contains the drivers, management applications, and utilities that you can install to avail all motherboard features. The contents of the support CD are subject to change at any time without notice. Visit the ASUS website (www.asus.com) for updates. 7.4.1 7.4.1 7.4.1...
Page 193: Management Software Menu
C o n t a c t C o n t a c t C o n t a c t tab to display the ASUS contact information. You can C o n t a c t also find this information on the inside front cover of this user guide.
Page 194 7 - 1 8 7 - 1 8 C h a p t e r 7 : D r i v e r i n s t a l l a t i o n C h a p t e r 7 : D r i v e r i n s t a l l a t i o n 7 - 1 8 7 - 1 8 7 - 1 8...
Page 195: Appendix
Appendix This section provides information about the power supply unit and a troubleshooting guide for solving common problems when using the barebone server. A S U S T S 3 0 0 - E 3 A S U S T S 3 0 0 - E 3 A S U S T S 3 0 0 - E 3 A S U S T S 3 0 0 - E 3 A S U S T S 3 0 0 - E 3...
Page 196: Single Power Supply
450 W single power supply A.1.1 A.1.1 General description General description A.1.1 A.1.1 A.1.1 General description General description General description The 450 W SSI-type single power supply with universal AC input includes PFC and ATX-compliant output cables and connectors. The power supply has 13 plugs labeled P1 to P13.
Page 197: Specifications
A.1.2 A.1.2 A.1.2 Specifications Specifications Specifications A.1.2 A.1.2 Specifications Specifications Input Characteristics Input Characteristics Input Characteristics Input Characteristics Input Characteristics I n p u t V o l t a g e R a n g e I n p u t V o l t a g e R a n g e I n p u t V o l t a g e R a n g e I n p u t V o l t a g e R a n g e I n p u t V o l t a g e R a n g e...
Page 198: Simple Fixes
Simple fixes Some problems that you may encounter are not due to defects on the system or the components. These problems only requires simple troubleshooting actions that you can perform by yourself. P r o b l e m P r o b l e m A c t i o n A c t i o n P r o b l e m...
Page 199: Supported Dimms
P r o b l e m P r o b l e m P r o b l e m P r o b l e m P r o b l e m A c t i o n A c t i o n A c t i o n A c t i o n...
Page 200 A - 6 A - 6 A - 6 A - 6 A - 6 A p p e n d i x : R e f e r e n c e i n f o r m a t i o n A p p e n d i x : R e f e r e n c e i n f o r m a t i o n A p p e n d i x : R e f e r e n c e i n f o r m a t i o n A p p e n d i x : R e f e r e n c e i n f o r m a t i o n...

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