Asus RS740-E70RS24-EG Configuration Manual
Asus RS740-E70RS24-EG Configuration Manual

Asus RS740-E70RS24-EG Configuration Manual

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  • Page 1 RS740-E7-RS24-EG Configuration Guide...
  • Page 2 ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. (“ASUS”). ASUS provides this manual “as is” without warranty of any kind, either express or implied, including but not limited to the implied warranties or conditions of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose. In no...
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Front HDD installation ..............2-6 2.5.2 Rear HDD installation..............2-6 Installing expansion cards ................ 2-7 Installing the ASUS PIKE RAID card ............2-8 Installing the redundant power supply modules ........2-9 2.8.1 Installing the second redundant power supply module ....2-9 2.8.2...
  • Page 4: Safety Information

    Safety information 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 5 Chapter 1 This chapter describes the key features of RS740-E7-RS24-EG It includes the product overview and general specifications.
  • Page 6: Key Features

    Comprehensive RAID The RS740-E7-RS24-EG supports ASUS RAID PIKE RAID Solution. Users may upgrade the server from SATA to SAS storage by re-connecting the cable from the onboard SATA to the PIKE riser card’s SAS port, creating multiple storage options.
  • Page 7: System Overview

    Full-length graphics card support bracket Central processing unit (CPU) Redundant power supply CPU heatsink Asset tag System memory 3.5-inch Hard disk drive tray (Front) PIKE card 3.5-inch Hard disk drive Front system fans Tool-less Friction rail kit Rear system fans ASUS RS740-E7-RS24-EG...
  • Page 8: Front Panel Features

    Redundant Power supply Gigabit LAN port 2 COM port Gigabit LAN port 1 PS/2 mouse port SFP+_2 PS/2 keyboard SFP+_2 LEDs SFP+_1 LAN port 3 SFP+_1 LEDs LAN port 3 is for ASUS ASMB6-iKVM controller only. Chapter 1: Product introduction...
  • Page 9: System Specifications

    1.5 System specifications The ASUS RS740-E7-RS24-EG is a 4U barebone server system featuring the Z9PE-D16- 10G/DUAL server board. The server supports two Intel ® LGA 2011 Intel ® Xeon ® processor E5-2600 plus other latest technologies through the chipsets onboard. Model Name...
  • Page 10 Model Name RS740-E7-RS24-EG 24 x Hot-swap 3.5-inch HDD bays* I = Internal A or 2 x Hot-swap 2.5-inch SSD bays (Rear) HDD Bays S will be hot-swappable *Supports 3.5-inch SATA3 or 7200RPM SAS2 HDD. Graphic Aspeed AST2300 16MB TPM Header 1 x USB connector (Type A USB socket) Connectors 2 x USB pin header (up to 4 devices)
  • Page 11 Chapter 2 This chapter lists the key components and optional accessories for the server system.
  • Page 12: Chapter 2: Components

    Removing the Air Duct The RS740-E7-RS24-EG server system comes with a motherboard fan air duct to enable better air flow inside the motherboard while the system is running. 2.1.1 Removing the air duct 2.1.2 Installing the air duct Position the air duct on top of the motherboard matching the three screw holes oF the air duct to the three holes on the motherboard as indicated in the illustration...
  • Page 13: Installing The Full-Height And Full-Length Graphics Card Support Bracket

    The RS740-E7-RS24-EG server comes with a support bracket as an additional accessory when installing full-length graphics card. screw hole clip hinge screw hole Locate the full-length graphics card support bracket slots on the server. tab slot chassis screw hole clip slot chassis screw hole hinge slot tab slot ASUS RS740-E7-RS24-EG...
  • Page 14: Installing The Cpu And Heatsink

    Installing the CPU and heatsink The motherboard can support two (2) LGA2011 socket designed for the Intel Xeon ® ® processor E5-2600 product family. • To prevent damage to the socket pins, do not remove the PnP cap unless you are installing a CPU.
  • Page 15: Upgrading 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. Recommended memory population for a single CPU configuration 1 DIMM 2 DIMMs 4 DIMMs 8 DIMMs Recommended memory population for a dual CPU configuration 1 DIMM 2 DIMMs 4 DIMMs 8 DIMMs 12 DIMMs 16 DIMMs ASUS RS740-E7-RS24-EG...
  • Page 16: Upgrading Hard Disk Drives

    Upgrading hard disk drives The compact design of the server allows you to install up to twenty-four (24) 3.5-inch Serial ATA HDDs and two (2) 2.5-inch SSDs on the rear panel. 2.5.1 Front HDD installation 2.5.2 Rear HDD installation metal beam Chapter 2: Components...
  • Page 17: Installing Expansion Cards

    Installing expansion cards The server supports installation of expansion cards via the PCIE slots if you want to upgrade your system. ASUS RS740-E7-RS24-EG...
  • Page 18: Installing The Asus Pike Raid Card

    The PIKE slot allows you to choose and change your preferred SAS solution easily. Install an optional ASUS PIKE RAID card based on your needs. When removing the PIKE RAID card, ensure to slightly pull the metal clip to release it from the card slot.
  • Page 19: Installing The Redundant Power Supply Modules

    Installing the redundant power supply modules The RS740-E7-RS24-EG server comes with one (1) 800W 80Plus Platinum Redundant power supply. 2.8.1 Installing the second redundant power supply module 2.8.2 Replacing a redundant power supply module New Redundant Power supply module ASUS RS740-E7-RS24-EG...
  • Page 20: Installing The Tool-Less Friction Rail Kit

    Installing the Tool-less friction rail kit 2.9.1 Installing the tool-less rack rails Front end Rack rails Rear end rear end front end rear end Left Rail Right Rail front end Steps 5-6 are optional. Perform these steps if you want to install the stopping bracket at the rear end.of the rack.
  • Page 21: Mounting The Server

    Ensure that the rack rail cabinet and the rack posts are stable and standing firmly on a level surface. • We strongly recommend that at least two able-bodied persons perform the steps described in this guide. • We recommend the use an appropriate lifting tool or device, if necessary. ASUS RS740-E7-RS24-EG 2-11...
  • Page 22: Os Support List

    2.10 OS support list OS support list Windows Server 2012 64-bit ® Windows 8 64-bit ® Windows Server 2008 Enterprise SP2 64-bit ® Windows ® Server 2008 Enterprise R2 SP1 64-bit RedHat ® Enterprise Linux AS 5.8/5.9/6.3 64-bit CentOS 5.8/5.9/6.3 64-bit Ubuntu 12.04 64-bit Chapter 2: Components 2-12...

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