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Asus AW1500-I5 User Manual

Asus AW1500-I5 User Manual

Intel xeon tower/5u rackmount workstation with 533mhz fsb support
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  • Page 1 AW1500-I5 ® ® Intel Xeon Tower/5U Rackmount Workstation with 533MHz FSB support User’s Manual...

  • Page 2: Disclaimer/Copyrights

    ASUS; or (2) the serial number of the product is defaced or missing. Products and corporate names appearing in this manual may or may not be registered trademarks or copyrights of their respective companies, and are used only for identification or explanation and to the owners’...

  • Page 3: Asus Contact Information

    Technical Support Support Fax: +1-502-933-8713 General Support: +1-502-995-0883 Web Site: www.asus.com Support Email: tsd@asus.com ASUS COMPUTER GmbH (Germany & Austria) Address: Harkortstr. 25, 40880 Ratingen, BRD, Germany General Fax: +49-2102-442066 General Email: sales@asuscom.de (for marketing requests only) Technical Support Support Hotline:...

  • Page 4: Fcc/Cdc Statements

    This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for radio noise emissions from digital apparatus set out in the Radio Interference Regulations of the Canadian Department of Communications. This class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003. ASUS AW1500-I5...

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Contents Disclaimer/Copyrights ............... ii ASUS Contact Information ............... iii FCC/CDC Statements................ iv Safety Precautions ................vii Electrical Safety ................vii Operation Safety ................vii Introduction About this guide ............I-1 Audience ................... I-2 Contents .................... I-2 Conventions ..................I-3 References ..................I-3 System Package Contents ..............
  • Page 6 2.11 Connecting Cables .............. 2-27 2.12 SCSI Backplane ..............2-28 Appendix A: Optional chassis roller-wheel Chassis Roller-wheel Installation ..........A-2 Appendix B: Power Modules Power Supply Specifications ............A-4 Removing Power Supply Case ............A-5 Appendix C: Troubleshooting Troubleshooting ................A-8 ASUS AW1500-I5...

  • Page 7: Safety Precautions

    Safety Precautions Electrical Safety IMPORTANT • 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 8 Dispose of used batteries according to the manufacturer’s instructions. CD-ROM Drive Safety Warning CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT • Electrical hazard, do not remove chassis cover. • This equipment is to be serviced by a trained personnel only. viii ASUS AW1500-I5...

  • Page 9: Introduction

    Introduction “About This Guide” introduces the contents of this document. This part includes the target audience, chapter description, and conventions used. It also lists other sources of information that are not contained in this manual. User’s Manual...

  • Page 10: Audience

    6. Appendix C: Troubleshooting This appendix lists the common problems that you may encounter while using the AW1500-I5 workstation. It lists the possible causes of the problems and offers solutions. You may refer to this part and try to solve simple problems before calling customer support.

  • Page 11: Conventions

    2. ASUS Websites The ASUS websites worldwide provide updated information on ASUS hardware and software products. The ASUS websites are listed in the ASUS Contact Information on page iii. 3. Optional Documentation Your product package may include optional documentation such as a CD-ROM manual, warranty flyers, and others that may have been added by your dealer.

  • Page 12: System Package Contents

    Floppy disk drive (1 piece) Special heatsink with fan assembly (2 sets) Hot swap IDE hard disk drive tray (6 units) ASUS BBATA 2U3 ATA 133 IDE to Ultra 160 SCSI HDD bridge board (1 piece) AC power cord (1 piece)
  • Page 13 Chapter 1 This chapter describes the general features of the AW1500-I5 system workstation. It includes the sections of the front panel, rear panel and internal specifications. User’s Manual...

  • Page 14: System Features

    1.1 System Features The ASUS AW1500-I5 workstation is a stylish server system featuring the ASUS PP-DLW motherboard. The server supports the Intel Xeon ® ™ processor in a 604-pin socket, and includes the latest I/O, LAN, and video technologies through the chipsets embedded on the motherboard.
  • Page 15 Two channel bus master IDE port supports Ultra DMA 100 and PIO mode 3/4 Drive Bay Available drive includes: 1 x 1.44MB FDD, 1 x 16X ASUS DVD- ROM, 2 x 5.25 device empty space, 6 x hot-swap HDD bay with SCSI backplane support safety function...
  • Page 16 Temperature, voltage, cooling fan speed, CPU and memory utilization, storage capacity, ASR (Automatic Server Restart when OS hangs) and remote reboot ASUS SCA SCSI Back Plane Health Monitor: IDE HDD access and power status with the ASUS SCSI back plane Alert Notification: ® SNMP...

  • Page 17: Front Panel Features

    1.2 Front Panel Features The front panel allows easy access to the hard disk drives. The power and reset buttons, LED indicators, optical drive, floppy drive and two USB connectors are also located on the front panel. For future installation of 5.25 devices, there are two drive bays available. The front panel of the server is protected by a door and lock for added security.

  • Page 18: Rear Panel Features

    Line-Out Microphone Line-In Optional AGP card Optional Gb LAN card 6 Full-Length Slots SCSI card location: Alternative RAID card You may secure the chassis lock with an additional padlock or other security device for added server system security. ASUS AW1500-I5...

  • Page 19: Internal Features

    1.4 Internal Features The standard components inside the system workstation include the motherboard, power supply, floppy and DVD-ROM drives, and cables. The picture below shows the standard components of the system workstation. 1. 450W power supply 8. Internal 68-pin SCSI cable 2.

  • Page 20: Led Table

    1.5 LED Table The following table describes the LED display found on the front panel and rear panel of the AW1500-I5 server system. Display Description Icon Bridge board connected to Green SCSI backplane Drive Status Bridge board failure Drive Activity...
  • Page 21 Chapter 2 This chapter lists the hardware setup procedures that you have to perform when installing system components. User’s Manual...

  • Page 22: Removing And Installing Chassis Cover

    2.1.1 Removing the chassis cover 1. The side chassis cover is held by two large thumb screws. Loosen the screws. 2. Slide the chassis cover for about half an inch. 3. Release the cover from the chassis. ASUS AW1500-I5...

  • Page 23: Installing The Cover

    2.1.2 Installing the cover 1. Align the side chassis guide hooks. 2. Slide the chassis cover for about half an inch towards the front until it fits in place. 3. Tighten the thumb screws. There are six (6) chassis guide hooks located on the upper side and lower side of the chassis cover, make sure all six are aligned properly in place.

  • Page 24: Motherboard Placement

    Place this side towards the rear of the chassis Motherboard Screws Place nine (9) screws into the holes indicated by circles to secure the motherboard to the chassis.Do not overtighten the screws! Doing so may damage the motherboard. ASUS AW1500-I5...

  • Page 25: Central Processing Unit

    Installing the Central Processing Unit (CPU) In the event of conflict between this instruction and other references cited herein, instructions in this system manual takes precedence. 2.3.1 Overview The motherboard comes with dual surface mount 604-pin Zero Insertion Force (ZIF) sockets. The sockets are designed for the Intel Xeon Processor in the 604-pin package with 512KB L2 cache.

  • Page 26: Installing The Cpu

    CPU! 4. When the CPU is in place, press it firmly on the socket while you push down the socket lever to secure the CPU. The lever clicks on the side tab to indicate that it is locked. ASUS AW1500-I5...
  • Page 27 2.3.3 Installing the CPU heatsink with fan assembly ® The Intel Xeon™ processors require especially designed heatsink and fan assembly to ensure optimum thermal condition and performance. Make sure that the heatsink with fan assembly is properly installed on the motherboard.
  • Page 28 5. If you wish to install two CPUs, repeat the same steps for CPU socket CPU Socket 1 FAN connector System Fan Connector CPU Socket 2 FAN connector 6. Use CPUFAN2 connector for the second CPU heatsink and fan assembly cable. ASUS AW1500-I5...

  • Page 29: System Memory

    System memory 2.4.1 Overview The motherboard comes with four Double Data Rate (DDR) Dual Inline Memory Module (DIMM) sockets. These sockets support up to 8GB system memory using 184-pin registered PC2100 DIMMs with Serial Presence Detect (SPD) and Error Check and Correction (ECC). PP-DLW PP-DLW 184-Pin DDR DIMM Sockets •...

  • Page 30: Memory Configurations

    SDRAM 128MB, 256MB, 512MB, 1GB, 2GB DDRB2 SDRAM 128MB, 256MB, 512MB, 1GB, 2GB Total System Memory (Max. 8GB) The system chipset only supports PC2100 unbuffered and registered non-ECC DIMMs. Make sure to use only the specified DIMM types for stable system operation. 2-10 ASUS AW1500-I5...

  • Page 31: Installing A Dimm

    2.4.3 Installing a DIMM Make sure to unplug the power supply before adding or removing DIMMs or other system components. Failure to do so may cause severe damage to both the motherboard and the components. Follow these steps to install a DIMM. 1.

  • Page 32: Fixed Device Bays

    An IDE DVD-ROM drive is installed on the uppermost bay and two free bays are available for installation of additional storage devices like optical disc drives or tape drives. Front door bezel Screwless fixed device bay locks 2-12 ASUS AW1500-I5...
  • Page 33 2.5.2 Installing a 5.25 device Make sure to unplug the AC power supply before adding or removing any 5.25 fixed device or other system components. Failure to do so may cause severe damage to both the motherboard and the system components.
  • Page 34 Take caution in removing the front panel cover. Do not use too much force when installing or removing items. 4. Remove the appropriate metallic bay panel cover of the bay slot you want to install your device. 2-14 ASUS AW1500-I5...
  • Page 35 5. Carefully insert device (such as CD/DVD-ROM drive) into the selected bay. 6. Secure the drive to the bay using the screwless drive bay lock that you removed earlier. 6.a Match the two pegs on the lock to the holes on the drive bay. 6.b Turn the knob 45º...
  • Page 36 “2.5.2 Installing a 5.25 device” on page 2-13. 2. Remove the two screws that secure the right side chassis cover. 3. Pull out and detach the right side chassis cover and set aside. 4. Locate the floppy disk drive cable and power connectors. 2-16 ASUS AW1500-I5...
  • Page 37 Carefully detach the floppy disk drive cable. Carefully detach the floppy disk drive power cable. 5. Pull out the floppy disk drive tray while squeezing the two tabs together. Floppy disk drive tray User’s Manual 2-17...

  • Page 38: Installing A Hard Disk Drive

    To release the drive bay, follow these steps. 1. Lift the spring lock upwards, then pull the tray lever outwards. 2. When the tray lever is pulled down, the tray will eject slightly. Pull the tray outwards on the tray lever. 2-18 ASUS AW1500-I5...
  • Page 39 2.6.1 Placing an ATA133 IDE hard disk drive to tray The following steps describe the installation of a hard disk drive into the drive tray. Rear bracket Middle bracket 1. Place the hard disk tray on a flat clean surface. Prepare Philips (cross) screwdriver.
  • Page 40 Secure hard drive with four (4) round head screws. 6. Secure the SCSI-IDE HDD Bridge to the tray with two (2) round head screws. Do not overtighten the screws, the plastic drive tray rails may break. 2-20 ASUS AW1500-I5...
  • Page 41 Make sure to use only the tested and qualified hard disk drives listed above. Other hard disk drives manufactured by other vendors may not be suitable for this system workstation. Visit the ASUS website (www.asus.com) for the latest qualified hard disk drive list.
  • Page 42 2. Push the tray all the way to the depth of the bay until it fits. 3. Push the tray handle back into place. Make sure that the HDD tray is completely in place before you push the handle back to avoid damaging the drive and the tray. 2-22 ASUS AW1500-I5...

  • Page 43: Screwless Expansion Card Slot

    2.7 Screwless Expansion Card Slot The AW1500-I5 chassis is designed with a screwless expansion card slot for Personal Computer Interface (PCI) card installation convenience. To add or remove expansion cards, follow these steps: 1. To open, push the lever to the left using your thumb to release the spring lock.

  • Page 44: Long Card Support Guide

    8. Install the necessary software drivers for your expansion card. Make sure to unplug the power cord before installing or removing expansion cards from the slot. Failure to do so may cause you physical injury, damage the expansion card or other motherboard components. 2-24 ASUS AW1500-I5...

  • Page 45: Hard Drive Blower

    2.9 Hard Drive Blower The hard drive array is cooled by a blower mounted under the hot swap bays. 2.9.1 Removing the hard drive blower To remove the hard drive blower, follow these steps. 1. Remove the hard drive blower 3-pin power cable (FAN4) from the motherboard.

  • Page 46: Chassis Fan

    1. Remove the 12-cm chassis fan 3-pin power cable (SYSFAN3) from the motherboard. chassis fan pin-locks 2. Release all four (4) pin-locks by squeezing the pin tail and pushing the pin to the rear panel. 3. Pull out the 12-cm chassis fan. 2-26 ASUS AW1500-I5...

  • Page 47: Connecting Cables

    2.11 Connecting Cables Most of the cables in the workstation are already pre-connected to their respective connectors. The following illustrates the corresponding components that are connected to these connectors. 1. Chassis fan (SYSFAN3) 7. 20-pin system panel cable 8. 68-pin HDD Access cable 2.

  • Page 48: Scsi Backplane

    The SCSI backplane assembly defines the distribution of power and signals to the system and its peripherals. Also, the SCSI backplane provides physical and electrical protection in case the current output tipped over the safety limit. Power connectors SCSI cable 2-28 ASUS AW1500-I5...
  • Page 49 2.12.2 SCSI Backplane frontside and backside The SCSI backplane assembly of this server is comprised of one SCSI board (BP6LS-AS35) with 68-pin SCSI connector, two 12V power inputs, two fan connectors (FAN1, FAN2) and three jumper connectors (J1, J2, J3). This configuration allows SCA SCSI hard disk drives to be docked into the server.
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  • Page 51 Appendix A This appendix contains the installation procedure for the optional chassis roller-wheel units for the AW1500-I5 server system. User’s Manual...

  • Page 52: Chassis Roller-Wheel Installation

    Chassis Roller-wheel Installation The AW1500-I5 comes with an optional roller-wheel for the chassis for server transport convenience. Follow these easy steps to mount the chassis roller-wheels. To install the roller-wheels, follow these steps. 1. Lay chassis on a side-lying position.

  • Page 53: Appendix B: Power Modules

    Appendix B This appendix contains detailed hardware operation and specifications of the AW1500-I5 power modules. User’s Manual...

  • Page 54: Power Supply Specifications

    Output Current Capacity Output Voltage Min (A) Max (A) Max. Load (W) +3.33V 24.0 79.0 20.0 100.0 +12V 30.0 360.0 -12V +5VSB Over-Voltage Protection (OVP) Voltage Min (V) Max (V) +3.33V +12V 13.3 15.0 +12V -13.3 -15.0 +5Vsb ASUS AW1500-I5...

  • Page 55: Removing Power Supply Case

    Removing Power Supply Case The power supply module is secured in a power supply cradle that connects to various power supply connectors on the SCSI backplane, the motherboard, IDE, floppy and CD-ROM drives. To remove the power supply, follow these steps: Make sure that the power suppy cable is unplugged before performing this procedure.
  • Page 56 Power case top view 1. 24-pin to motherboard ATX 5. reserved connector 6. DVD-ROM 2. 12V 8-pin to motherboard 7. SCSI Backplane connector 8. SCSI Backplane 3. Floppy disk drive 9. reserved 4. reserved ASUS AW1500-I5...
  • Page 57 Appendix C This appendix lists the common problems that you may encounter while using the AW1500-I5 server system. It lists possible causes of the problems and offers solutions. You may refer to this part and try to solve simple problems before calling customer support.

  • Page 58: Troubleshooting

    The system does not perform 1. Check the memory modules power-on self tests (POST) after and make sure you installed it was turned on the correct DIMMs the system supports. 2. Make sure that the DIMMs are properly installed on the sockets. ASUS AW1500-I5...
  • Page 59 Problem Action 1. Check the memory modules The system continuously beeps and make sure you installed after it was turned on the correct DIMMs the system supports. 2. Make sure that the DIMMs are properly installed on the sockets. 3. Check if it has VGA output. 1.
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