Asus AP130 User Manual

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AP130  
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Pentium 4 Pedestal Server  
Users Manual  
Contents  
Disclaimer/Copyrights ................................................................. 2  
ASUS Contact Information .......................................................... 6  
FCC/CDC Statements ................................................................... 7  
Safety Precautions ....................................................................... 8  
Introduction: About This Manual .......................... 9  
Audience ..................................................................................... 10  
Contents ...................................................................................... 10  
Conventions.................................................................................11  
References ...................................................................................11  
System Package Contents ........................................................ 12  
Chapter 1: System Overview............................. 13  
1.1 System Features................................................................ 14  
1.2 Front Panel Features......................................................... 15  
1.3 Rear Panel Features .......................................................... 16  
1.4 Internal Features ............................................................... 17  
Chapter 2: Hardware Setup ............................... 19  
2.1 Remove the Chassis Cover .............................................. 20  
Unlock the side cover .......................................................... 20  
Remove the side cover........................................................ 20  
2.2 Motherboard Placement ................................................... 21  
Placement Direction ............................................................ 21  
Motherboard Screws ........................................................... 21  
2.3 Install a CPU ...................................................................... 22  
CPU Socket Location .......................................................... 22  
CPU Orientation .................................................................. 22  
Unlock the CPU Socket ....................................................... 23  
Insert the CPU ..................................................................... 23  
Secure the CPU .................................................................. 23  
Install the Fan Heatsink Assembly ...................................... 24  
2.4 Install System Memory ..................................................... 26  
DIMM Sockets Location ...................................................... 26  
Install a DIMM ..................................................................... 26  
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Contents  
2.5 Install a Hard Disk Drive ................................................... 27  
Remove the HDD/Floppy Cage ........................................... 27  
Install the HDD .................................................................... 28  
Connect the Cables ............................................................. 28  
2.6 Replace the Cover ............................................................. 29  
Re-install the Cover ............................................................. 29  
Chapter 3: Powering Up .................................... 31  
3.1 Getting Started .................................................................. 32  
Connect a Monitor ............................................................... 32  
Connect the Power Cord ..................................................... 32  
Power On ............................................................................ 32  
Check Power Status ............................................................ 32  
Appendix A: Power Supply ................................ 33  
A.1 General Description .......................................................... 34  
A.2 Specifications .................................................................... 35  
Input Characteristics............................................................ 35  
Output Characteristics ......................................................... 35  
Over-Voltage Protection (OVP) ........................................... 35  
Appendix B: Troubleshooting............................ 47  
B.1 Simple Fixes ...................................................................... 48  
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ASUS Contact Information  
ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. (Asia-Pacific)  
Address:  
150 Li-Te Road, Peitou, Taipei, Taiwan 112  
+886-2-2894-3447  
+886-2-2894-3449  
General Tel:  
General Fax:  
General Email:  
Technical Support  
MB/Others (Tel):  
Notebook (Tel):  
+886-2-2890-7121 (English)  
+886-2-2890-7122 (English)  
Desktop/Server (Tel): +886-2-2890-7123 (English)  
Support Fax:  
Support Email:  
Web Site:  
+886-2-2890-7698  
cscnews.asus.com.tw  
Newsgroup:  
ASUS COMPUTER INTERNATIONAL (America)  
Address:  
6737 Mowry Avenue, Mowry Business Center,  
Building 2, Newark, CA 94560, USA  
+1-510-608-4555  
General Fax:  
General Email:  
Technical Support  
Support Fax:  
Notebook (Tel):  
Web Site:  
+1-510-608-4555  
1-877-918-ASUS (2787)  
Support Email:  
ASUS COMPUTER GmbH (Europe)  
Address:  
Harkortstr. 25, 40880 Ratingen, BRD, Germany  
General Fax:  
General Email:  
+49-2102-442066  
[email protected] (for marketing requests only)  
Technical Support  
Support Hotline:  
Notebook (Tel):  
Support Fax:  
MB/Others: +49-2102-9599-0  
+49-2102-9599-10  
+49-2102-9599-11  
Support (Email):  
Web Site:  
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FCC/CDC Statements  
Federal Communications Commission Statement  
This device complies with FCC Rules Part 15. Operation is subject to the following  
two conditions:  
This device may not cause harmful interference, and  
This device must accept any interference received including interference that  
may cause undesired operation.  
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B  
digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to  
provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.  
This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not  
installed and used in accordance with manufacturers instructions, may cause harmful  
interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference  
will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful  
interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the  
equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one  
or more of the following measures:  
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.  
Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.  
Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the  
receiver is connected.  
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.  
WARNING! The use of shielded cables for connection of the monitor to the  
graphics card is required to assure compliance with FCC regulations. Changes  
or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by the party responsible  
for compliance could void the users authority to operate this equipment.  
Canadian Department of Communications Statement  
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.  
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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.  
When adding or removing any additional devices to or from the  
system, ensure that the power cables for the devices are unplugged  
before the signal cables are connected. If possible, disconnect all  
power cables from the existing system before you add a device.  
If the power supply is broken, do not try to fix it by yourself. Contact  
a qualified service technician or your dealer.  
CAUTION  
This product is equipped with a three-wire power cable and  
plug for the users safety. Use the power cable with a properly  
grounded electrical outlet to avoid electrical shock.  
Operation Safety  
IMPORTANT  
Any mechanical operation on this server must be conducted by  
certified or experienced engineers.  
Before operating the server, carefully read all the manuals  
included with the server package.  
Before using the server, make sure all cables are correctly  
connected and the power cables are not damaged. If any  
damage is detected, contact your dealer as soon as possible.  
To avoid short circuits, keep paper clips, screws, and staples  
away from connectors, slots, sockets and circuitry.  
Avoid dust, humidity, and temperature extremes. Place the  
server on a stable surface.  
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Introduction  
About This Manualintroduces 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.  
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Audience  
This manual is intended for system integrators, and experienced users with  
at least basic knowledge of configuring an entry-level server.  
Contents  
This manual contains the following parts:  
1. Introduction: About This Manual  
This part introduces the contents of this document. It includes the target  
audience, chapter description, and conventions used. It also lists other  
sources of information that are not contained in this manual.  
2. Chapter 1: System Overview  
This chapter describes the general features of theAP130 server. It includes  
sections on front panel and rear panel specifications.  
3. Chapter 2: Hardware Setup  
This chapter lists the hardware setup procedures that you have to perform  
when installing system components.  
4. Chapter 3: Powering Up  
This chapter tells how to get started with the AP130 server after you  
have installed the basic components.  
5. Appendix A: Power Supply Information  
This appendix gives information on the 200-watt switching power supply  
that came with the AP130 server.  
6. Appendix B: Troubleshooting  
This appendix lists the common problems that you may encounter while  
using the AP130 server. 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.  
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Introduction: About This Manual  
Conventions  
Symbols  
To make sure that you perform certain tasks properly, take note of the following  
symbols used throughout this manual.  
WARNING: Information to prevent injury to yourself when trying to  
complete a task.  
CAUTION: Information to prevent damage to the components when  
trying to complete a task.  
IMPORTANT: Information that you MUST follow to complete a task.  
NOTE: Tips and information to aid in completing a task.  
References  
Refer to the following sources for additional information and for product and  
software updates.  
1. ASUS P4B-MX Motherboard Users Manual  
This manual contains detailed information about the P4B-MX  
motherboard.  
2. ASUS Websites  
The ASUS websites worldwide provide updated information on ASUS  
hardware and softare products. TheASUS websites are listed in theASUS  
Contact Information on page 5.  
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. NOTE: These documents are not part of the standard  
server package.  
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System Package Contents  
The following checklist enumerates the components included in the standard  
system package.  
1) ASUS AS11 chassis  
2) ASUS P4B-MX motherboard  
3) 200W ATX power supply  
4) 52X CD-ROM drive  
5) 1.44MB floppy disk drive  
6) AGP 4X card (optional)  
7) Support CD that includes drivers, utilities, and ASUS Server  
Web-based Management (ASWM)  
8) Users manuals (for system and motherboard)  
If any of the above items is missing, contact your dealer.  
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Introduction: About This Manual  
Chapter 1  
This chapter describes the general features  
of the AP130 server. It includes sections on  
front panel, rear panel, and internal features  
of the server.  
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1.1 System Features  
The ASUS AP130 Server is a stylish tower chassis that accommodates the  
ASUS P4B-MX motherboard. The server is powered by Intel® Pentium® 4  
478/Northwood processor, and supports the latest I/O, audio, and video  
technologies through the chipsets embedded on the motherboard.  
Following are highlights of the server’s many features.  
Processor: Support for Intel Pentium 4 processor with 512KB L2 cache  
and speeds of up to over 2GHz  
Memory: Three DIMM sockets support up to 3GB of system memory  
using PC133/PC100 DIMMs  
System Chipset: Intel 845 (Brookdale) chipset composed of Intel  
Memory Controller Hub (MCH). The MCH along with the south bridge  
Intel I/O Controller Hub 2 (ICH2) are interconnected through the Intel  
proprietary Hub interface. The MCH provides the processor interface,  
system memory interface, AGP interface, and Hub Interface.  
LAN Chipset: Intel 82562ET is a highly integrated Platform LAN Connect  
(PLC) device that allows 10BASE-T and 100BASE-TX networking  
capabilities, and provides the LAN solution to perform high-speed data  
transfers over the PCI bus.  
Storage: Four external bays that support two optional 5.25-inch IDE  
hot-swap drives, one 52X CD-ROM, and 1.44MB floppy drive; internal  
3.5-inch drive bays available for two additional IDE drives  
Expansion: Three PCI expansion slots, one AGP 4X slot  
Power Supply: 200-watt ATX power supply with a 115Vac/230Vac  
voltage selector switch  
Security: Equipped with security chassis keylock  
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Chapter 1: System Overview  
1.2 Front Panel Features  
The AP130 front panel is designed with a door secured by a keylock. When  
locked, the door prevents unauthorized access to the front panel components.  
Front Panel Door  
Keylock  
CD-ROM Drive  
5.25-inch Drive Bay  
Floppy Disk Drive  
Power Switch  
Power LED  
HD Access LED  
Message LED  
Front USB Ports  
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