Asus DSEB D16 User Manual

DSEB-D16  
Series  
DSEB-D16  
DSEB-D16/SAS  
Contents  
Chapter 1:  
Chapter 2:  
iii  
Contents  
Chapter 3:  
iv  
Contents  
Chapter 5:  
Intel® Matrix Storage Manager Option ROM Utility ................. 5-30  
v
Contents  
Exiting the Intel® Matrix Storage Manager .................... 5-37  
Chapter 6:  
Windows® 2000/Server 2003 ........................................ 6-22  
Appendix:  
vi  
Notices  
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  
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 manufacturer’  
s 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.  
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 user’s 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 information  
Electrical safety  
To prevent electrical shock hazard, disconnect the power cable from the  
electrical outlet before relocating the system.  
When adding or removing 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.  
Before connecting or removing signal cables from the motherboard, ensure  
that all power cables are unplugged.  
Seek professional assistance before using an adapter or extension cord.  
These devices could interrupt the grounding circuit.  
Make sure that your power supply is set to the correct voltage in your area.  
If you are not sure about the voltage of the electrical outlet you are using,  
contact your local power company.  
If the power supply is broken, do not try to fix it by yourself. Contact a  
qualified service technician or your retailer.  
Operation safety  
Before installing the motherboard and adding devices on it, carefully read all  
the manuals that came with the package.  
Before using the product, make sure all cables are correctly connected and the  
power cables are not damaged. If you detect any damage, contact your dealer  
immediately.  
To avoid short circuits, keep paper clips, screws, and staples away from  
connectors, slots, sockets and circuitry.  
Avoid dust, humidity, and temperature extremes. Do not place the product in  
any area where it may become wet.  
Place the product on a stable surface.  
If you encounter technical problems with the product, contact a qualified  
service technician or your retailer.  
This symbol of the crossed out wheeled bin indicates that the product (electrical,  
electronic equipment, and mercury-containing button cell battery) should not  
be placed in municipal waste. Check local regulations for disposal of electronic  
products.  
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About this guide  
This user guide contains the information you need when installing and configuring  
the motherboard.  
How this guide is organized  
This user guide contains the following parts:  
Chapter 1: Product introduction  
This chapter describes the features of the motherboard and the new  
technologies it supports.  
Chapter 2: Hardware information  
This chapter lists the hardware setup procedures that you have to perform  
when installing system components. It includes description of the switches,  
jumpers, and connectors on the motherboard.  
Chapter 3: Powering up  
This chapter describes the power up sequence and ways of shutting down  
the system.  
Chapter 4: BIOS setup  
This chapter tells how to change system settings through the BIOS Setup  
menus. Detailed descriptions of the BIOS parameters are also provided.  
Chapter 5: RAID configuration  
This chapter provides instructions for setting up, creating, and configuring  
RAID sets using the available utilities.  
Chapter 6: Driver installation  
This chapter provides instructions for installing the necessary drivers for  
different system components.  
Appendix: Reference information  
This appendix includes additional information that you may refer to when  
configuring the motherboard.  
Where to find more information  
Refer to the following sources for additional information and for product and  
software updates.  
1.  
2.  
ASUS websites  
The ASUS website provides updated information on ASUS hardware and  
software products. Refer to the ASUS contact information.  
Optional documentation  
Your product package may include optional documentation, such as warranty  
flyers, that may have been added by your dealer. These documents are not  
part of the standard package.  
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Conventions used in this guide  
To make sure that you perform certain tasks properly, take note of the following  
symbols used throughout this manual.  
DANGER/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: Instructions that you MUST follow to complete a  
task.  
NOTE: Tips and additional information to help you complete a  
task.  
Typography  
Bold text  
Indicates a menu or an item to select.  
Italics  
<Key>  
Used to emphasize a word or a phrase.  
Keys enclosed in the less-than and greater-  
than sign means that you must press the  
enclosed key.  
Example: <Enter> means that you must press  
the Enter or Return key.  
<Key1+Key2+Key3>  
If you must press two or more keys  
simultaneously, the key names are linked with  
a plus sign (+).  
Example: <Ctrl+Alt+D>  
Command  
Means that you must type the command  
exactly as shown, then supply the required  
item or value enclosed in brackets.  
Example: At the DOS prompt, type the  
format A:/S  
command line:  
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DSEB-D16 Series specifications summary  
Model Name  
DSEB-D16/SAS  
DSEB-D16  
Processor / System Bus  
2 * Socket LGA771  
Dual-Core Intel® Xeon® Processor 5000/5100/5200  
Quad-Core Intel® Xeon® Processor 5300/5400  
Sequence  
FSB 1066/1333/1600MHz EM64T  
2x2M, 4M, 6M, 8M & 12M L2 cache  
Core Logic  
Intel® 5400 Memory Controller Hub (MCH)  
Intel® 6321ESB I/O Controller Hub (ICH)  
Form Factor  
SSI EEB 3.61, 12” x 13”  
ASUS Features Smart Fan  
Smart Fan II. MemCool Support  
Rack Ready (Rack  
and Pedestal dual  
use)  
ASWM2.0  
Memory  
Total Slots  
Capacity  
16 (4-channel)  
Maximum up to 128 GB  
Memory Type  
Fully-Buffered DIMM DDR2 533/667/*800 Reg.  
ECC  
Memory Size  
512 MB, 1 GB, 2 GB, 4 GB, (8 GB)  
Expansion  
Slots  
Total PCI/PCI-X/  
PCI-E Slots  
5
5
(follow SSI  
Location #)  
Slot Location 1  
Slot Location 2  
Slot Location 3  
Additional Slot 1  
Additional Slot 2  
IDE Controller  
1 * PCI-E X16 Gen2  
1 * PCI-E x8 (x8 link)  
1 * PCI-E X16 Gen2  
1 * PCIX  
1* SO-DIMM socket for optional ASMB3-SOL  
Intel® 6321 ESB:  
Storage  
1 * IDE support UltraATA 33/ 66/ 100  
SATA Controller  
Intel® 6321 ESB:  
6 SATA2 300MB/s  
Intel® 6321 ESB:  
6 SATA2 300MB/s  
ports  
ports  
Intel® Matrix Storage  
(for Windows only)  
(Support RAID  
Intel® Matrix Storage  
(for Windows only)  
(Support RAID  
Software 0, 1, 10 & 5)  
LSI® MegaRAID  
(for Linux/Windows)  
(Spport software RAID  
0, 1 & 10)  
Software 0, 1, 10 & 5)  
*The FB-DIMM 800 MHz has to work with Intel® Xeon® 5400 series CPU.  
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DSEB-D16 Series specifications summary  
Storage  
SAS Controller  
LSI 1068 PCI-X 8-port  
SAS controller:  
LSI® Integrated RAID  
0, 1, 1E support  
Optional LSI® ZCR  
(Zero-Channel-RAID)  
PCI-X card:  
--  
(For upgrade to  
support hardware  
RAID 0, 1, 10, 5, 50)  
Networking  
Graphic  
LAN  
Intel® 6321+ Intel® 82563EB Dual Port GbE  
Intel® 82573 GbE * 2  
VGA  
XGI Z9s PCI Display Controller 32MB  
Onboard I/O  
Connectors  
Floppy Connector  
PSU Connector  
1
1
24-pin ATX power connector + 8-pin ATX 12V  
power connector + 4-pin ATX 12V power connector  
Management  
Connector  
SO-DIMM socket for ASMB3-SOL  
USB Connectors  
Fan Header  
1 (support 2 USB ports)  
10*4-Pin  
SMBus  
2
1
2
1
2
1
2
1
Chassis Intruder  
Front LAN LED  
Serial Port Header  
Rear I/O  
Connectors  
External Serial  
Port  
1
1
External USB Port  
VGA Port  
2
2
1
4
1
1
1
RJ-45  
4
RJ-45 for iKVM  
PS/2 KB/Mouse  
Software  
1
1
Management  
Solution  
ASWM2.0  
Out of Band  
Remote  
Optional (ASMB3-SOL/ASMB3-iKVM)  
Management  
Monitoring  
CPU Temperature  
FAN RPM  
Environment  
Operation temperature: 10℃ ~ 35℃  
Non operation temperature: -40℃ ~ 70℃  
Non operation humidity: 20% ~ 90% ( Non  
condensing)  
*Specifications are subject to change without notice.  
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This chapter describes the motherboard  
features and the new technologies it supports.  
Product  
1
introduction  
 
Chapter summary  
1
1.1  
1.2  
1.3  
1.4  
Welcome! ...................................................................................... 1-1  
Package contents......................................................................... 1-1  
Serial number label...................................................................... 1-2  
Special features............................................................................ 1-2  
ASUS DSEB-D16 Series  
1.1  
Welcome!  
Thank you for buying an ASUS® DSEB-D16 series motherboard!  
The motherboard delivers a host of new features and latest technologies, making it  
another standout in the long line of ASUS quality motherboards!  
Before you start installing the motherboard, and hardware devices on it, check the  
items in your package with the list below.  
1.2  
Package contents  
Check your motherboard package for the following items.  
Retail Pack  
Bulk Pack  
DSEB-D16/  
DSEB-D16  
SAS  
DSEB-D16/  
SAS  
DSEB-D16  
SATA signal cable  
SATA power cable  
6
3
6
3
--  
--  
--  
--  
SAS cable (SFF-8087  
to 4 x 29 pin SAS)  
Cables  
2
1
--  
1
--  
--  
--  
--  
2-in-1 cable set  
(IDE + FDD cable)  
IO shield  
1
2
1
1
2
--  
1
2
1
1
2
--  
CEK spring  
ZCR Mylar  
ZCR Riser Card  
for 1U  
1
1
--  
--  
1
1
--  
--  
Accessories  
ZCR holder for 1U  
with screws  
ZCR holder for 2U  
and above with  
screws  
1
--  
1
--  
Application CD Support CD  
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
Documentation User Guide  
Packing Qty.  
3pcs per  
carton  
3pcs per  
carton  
10pcs per 10pcs per  
carton carton  
If any of the above items is damaged or missing, contact your retailer.  
ASUS DSEB-D16 Series  
1-1  
 
1.3  
Serial number label  
Before requesting support from the ASUS Technical Support team, you must take  
note of the motherboard's serial number containing 12 characters xxM0Axxxxxxx  
shown as the figure below. With the correct serial number of the product, ASUS  
Technical Support team members can then offer a quicker and satisfying solution  
to your problems.  
DSEB-D16  
Made  
in  
China  
合格  
xxM0Axxxxxxx  
1.4  
Special features  
1.4.1  
Product highlights  
Latest processor technology  
The motherboard comes with two LGA-771 sockets that support Dual-Core  
Intel® Xeon™ processors with 1600/1333/1066 MHz Front Side Bus (FSB).  
Dual-core processors contain two physical CPU cores to meet demands for  
more powerful processing. Intel® Xeon™ processors incorporate the Intel®  
Hyper-Threading Technology and Extended Memory 64-bit Technology (EM64T).  
The EM64T enables the support for 64-bit operation system, such as 64-bit  
Windows® and Linux.  
Intel® 5400 and Intel® 6321ESB chipset  
The Intel® 5400 Memory Controller Hub (MCH) and the Intel® 6321ESB provide the  
vital interfaces for the motherboard.  
The MCH provides the processor, quadri-channel FB-DIMM memory support, and  
PCI Express interfaces. The Intel® 6321ESB is a new generation server class I/O  
controller hub that provides the interface for PCI 2.3, PCI Express, and PCIX.  
Intel® EM64T  
The motherboard supports Intel® processors with the Intel® EM64T (Extended  
Memory 64 Technology). The Intel® EM64T feature allows your computer to run on  
64-bit operating systems and access larger amounts of system memory for faster  
and more efficient computing.  
Enhanced Intel SpeedStep® Technology (EIST)  
The Enhanced Intel SpeedStep® Technology (EIST) intelligently manages the  
CPU resources by automatically adjusting the CPU voltage and core frequency  
depending on the CPU loading and system speed or power requirement.  
1-2  
Chapter 1: Product introduction  
 
FB-DIMM memory support  
This motherboard supports fully buffered DIMMs (FB-DIMMs), the latest memory  
solution that extends memory capacity and provide high-speed, high-density  
system memory peformance. FB-DIMMs use Advanced Memory Buffer (AMB)  
chips that transmit signals between the memory modules and controllers with  
improved signal integrity and reduced errors.  
PCIe 2.0  
This motherboard supports the latest PCIe 2.0 device for twice the current speed  
and bandwidth. This enhances system performance while still providing backward  
compatibility to PCIe 1.0 devices.  
Serial Attached SCSI (SAS) technology support  
(DSEB-D16/SAS model only)  
SAS is the latest storage interface for enterprise-class storage devices. Building  
on and improving the parallel SCSI foundation, SAS is the new industry standard  
that includes Serial ATA interoperability, and is projected to be the succesor of the  
Ultra320 SCSI technology.  
Zero-Channel RAID (ZCR) solution  
(DSEB-D16/SAS model only)  
The motherboard comes with a ZCR socket for an optional Zero-Channel RAID  
card, allowing RAID 0 (striping), RAID 1 (mirroring), RAID 10, and RAID 5  
configurations. The ZCR capability provides a cost-effective high-performance and  
added reliability.  
82563/82573 LAN solution  
The motherboard comes with a dual-port 82563EB network connection and  
two single-port 82573 L network connection to provide a total solution for your  
networking needs. See page 2-33 for the location of the LAN ports. See section 2.6  
Jumpers for details on Gigabit LAN settings.  
Serial ATA II technology  
The motherboard supports the Serial ATA II 3 Gb/s technology through 6321ESB  
Serial ATA interfaces. The Serial ATA II specification provides twice the bandwidth  
of the current Serial ATA products with a host of new features, including Native  
Command Queuing (NCQ), Power Management (PM) Implementation Algorithm,  
and Hot Swap. Serial ATA allows thinner, more flexible cables with lower pin count  
and reduced voltage requirements.  
ASUS DSEB-D16 Series  
1-3  
USB 2.0 technology  
The motherboard implements the Universal Serial Bus (USB) 2.0 specification,  
dramatically increasing the connection speed from the 12 Mbps bandwidth on USB  
1.1 to a fast 480 Mbps on USB 2.0. USB 2.0 is backward compatible with USB 1.1.  
Temperature, fan, and voltage monitoring  
The CPU temperature is monitored by the W83793G chip to prevent overheating  
and damage. The system fan rotations per minute (RPM) is monitored for timely  
failure detection. The chip monitors the voltage levels to ensure stable supply of  
current for critical components.  
Intel® IOAT2  
Intel® I/O Acceleration Technology (IOAT) is an integrated server platform I/O  
solution that addresses all segments of the server I/O bottleneck problem using  
TCP/IP without requiring any modification of existing or future applications.  
Intel® IOAT is a system-wide solution that increases CPU efficiency and delivers  
data to/from applications faster than current server platforms.  
All High-quality Conductive Polymer Capacitors  
This motherboard uses all high-quality conductive polymer capacitors onboard for  
durability, improved lifespan, and enhanced thermal capacity.  
90% + Power Efficiency  
Compared with the non-green design platform, ASUS's new green motherboard  
design helps improve power efficiency to 90%. The motherboard, with less power  
comsumption loss, saves you more watts and more money.  
1.4.2  
Innovative ASUS features  
ASUS Smart Fan technology  
The ASUS Smart Fan technology smartly adjusts the fan speeds according to the  
system loading to ensure quiet, cool, and efficient operation.  
1-4  
Chapter 1: Product introduction  
 
This chapter lists the hardware setup  
procedures that you have to perform  
when installing system components. It  
includes description of the jumpers and  
connectors on the motherboard.  
Hardware  
2
information  
 
Chapter summary  
2
2.1  
2.2  
2.3  
2.4  
2.5  
2.6  
2.7  
Before you proceed ..................................................................... 2-1  
Motherboard overview................................................................. 2-3  
Central Processing Unit (CPU) ................................................. 2-11  
System memory ......................................................................... 2-16  
Expansion slots.......................................................................... 2-28  
Jumpers ...................................................................................... 2-32  
Connectors ................................................................................. 2-37  
ASUS DSEB-D16 Series  
2.1  
Before you proceed  
Take note of the following precautions before you install motherboard components or change  
any motherboard settings.  
Unplug the power cord from the wall socket before touching any  
component.  
Use a grounded wrist strap or touch a safely grounded object or a metal  
object, such as the power supply case, before handling components to  
avoid damaging them due to static electricity.  
Hold components by the edges to avoid touching the ICs on them.  
Whenever you uninstall any component, place it on a grounded antistatic  
pad or in the bag that came with the component.  
Before you install or remove any component, ensure that the power supply  
is switched off or the power cord is detached from the power supply. Failure  
to do so may cause severe damage to the motherboard, peripherals, and/or  
components.  
Onboard LED  
1.  
Standby Power LED  
The motherboard comes with a standby power LED. The green LED lights up  
to indicate that the system is ON, in sleep mode, or in soft-off mode. This is a  
reminder that you should shut down the system and unplug the power cable  
before removing or plugging in any motherboard component. The illustration  
below shows the location of the onboard LED  
SB_PWR1  
ON  
OFF  
DSEB-D16 Series Onboard LED  
Standby  
Powered  
Off  
Power  
(green)  
ASUS DSEB-D16 Series  
2-1  
 
2.  
CPU Warning LED  
The red CPU warning LED lights up as a reminder if CPU is not installed or  
not properly installed in the CPU socket 2.  
CPU_WARN1  
ON  
OFF  
DSEB-D16 Series CPU warning LED CPU1 not present  
CPU1 present  
(red)  
When installing only one CPU, the CPU has to be installed to CPU2 socket  
for a better thermal environment.  
If the CPU warning LED lights up, the motherboard will not boot.  
3.  
Hearbeat LED (for DSEB-D16/SAS only)  
The green heartbeat LED blinks per second to indicate that the LSI 1068  
chipset is working normally.  
LED1  
ON  
LSI SAS 1068  
starts working  
DSEB-D16 Series Heart Beat LED  
2-2  
Chapter 2: Hardware information  
2.2  
Motherboard overview  
Before you install the motherboard, study the configuration of your chassis to  
ensure that the motherboard fits into it.  
To optimize the motherboard features, we highly recommend that you install it in an  
SSI CEB 1.1 compliant chassis.  
Make sure to unplug the chassis power cord before installing or removing  
the motherboard. Failure to do so can cause you physical injury and damage  
motherboard components!  
2.2.1  
Placement direction  
When installing the motherboard, make sure that you place it into the chassis in the  
correct orientation. The edge with external ports goes to the rear part of the chassis  
as indicated in the image below.  
2.2.2  
Screw holes  
Place nine (9) screws into the holes indicated by circles to secure the motherboard  
to the chassis.  
DO NOT overtighten the screws! Doing so can damage the motherboard.  
Place this side towards  
the rear of the chassis  
ASUS DSEB-D16 Series  
2-3  
 
2.2.3  
Support kits for the motherboard  
For additional protection from motherboard breakage due to the weight of the CPU  
heatsinks, your motherboard package comes with CEK springs that you can use as  
weight support. Install the CEK springs before installing the motherboard.  
We strongly recommend you use SSI CEB 1.1 compliant chassis. Otherwise,  
the CPU cooler cannot be mounted on the chassis.  
Each CEK spring has four hooks to match the  
designated holes around the CPU area.  
Hook  
To install the CEK spring:  
1.  
Locate the CPU heatsink holes on  
the motherboard.  
Socket for CPU2  
Heatsink hole  
Socket for CPU1  
2.  
Position the CEK spring underneath  
the motherboard, then match the  
CEK spring hooks to the CPU1  
heatsink holes.  
2-4  
Chapter 2: Hardware information  
 
3.  
Press the upper spring hooks  
inward, then insert to the upper  
CPU heatsink holes until they snap  
in place.  
4.  
Press the lower spring clips inward,  
then insert to the lower CPU  
heatsink holes until they snap in  
place.  
5.  
If you installed a second CPU,  
repeat steps 2 to 4 to install the  
CEK spring to the CPU2 heatsink  
holes.  
The CEK springs appear as shown  
when installed.  
CEK spring screw hole  
ASUS DSEB-D16 Series  
2-5  
6.  
Before installing the motherboard  
into the chassis, locate the standoffs  
that should match the eight (8) CEK  
spring screw holes.  
Standoffs for CPU1  
Standoffs for CPU2  
7.  
Install the motherboard with the  
external I/O ports toward the  
chassis rear panel. The CPU  
sockets should be right on top of  
their respective standoffs.  
Socket for CPU2 Socket for CPU1  
Make sure that the standoffs perfectly match the CEK spring screw holes;  
otherwise, you can not install the CPU heatsinks properly.  
8.  
Secure the motherboard with nine (9) screws. Refer to section 2.2.2 Screw  
holes for illustration.  
2-6  
Chapter 2: Hardware information  
2.2.4  
Motherboard layouts  
DSEB-D16/SAS model  
33cm (13in)  
ATX12V2  
CPU_FAN1  
ATXPWR1  
ATX12V1  
PS/2  
PSUSMB1  
T: Mouse  
B: Keyboard  
DDR FB-DIMM_13 (64/72 bit, 240-pin module)  
DDR FB-DIMM_12 (64/72 bit, 240-pin module)  
DDR FB-DIMM_11 (64/72 bit, 240-pin module)  
DDR FB-DIMM_10 (64/72 bit, 240-pin module)  
DDR FB-DIMM_03 (64/72 bit, 240-pin module)  
DDR FB-DIMM_02 (64/72 bit, 240-pin module)  
DDR FB-DIMM_01 (64/72 bit, 240-pin module)  
DDR FB-DIMM_00 (64/72 bit, 240-pin module)  
USB1  
USB2  
CPU1  
FBD_FAN1  
REAR_FAN1  
REAR_FAN2  
Intel®  
CPU2  
P1V8_SEL1  
RJ-45  
5400MCH  
(LAN12)  
P1V5_SEL1  
RJ-45  
FBD_FAN2  
(LAN34)  
DDR FB-DIMM_20 (64/72 bit, 240-pin module)  
DDR FB-DIMM_21 (64/72 bit, 240-pin module)  
DDR FB-DIMM_22 (64/72 bit, 240-pin module)  
DDR FB-DIMM_23 (64/72 bit, 240-pin module)  
LAN_EN1  
Intel  
82563EB  
LAN_EN3  
LAN_EN4  
ASMB3  
DDR FB-DIMM_30 (64/72 bit, 240-pin module)  
DDR FB-DIMM_31 (64/72 bit, 240-pin module)  
DDR FB-DIMM_32 (64/72 bit, 240-pin module)  
PRI_IDE1  
SATA1  
SATA2  
Intel  
SATA3  
82573L  
SATA4  
SATA5  
SATA6  
AUX_PANEL1  
DDR FB-DIMM_33 (64/72 bit, 240-pin module)  
RECOVERY1  
CR2032 3V  
Intel  
SAS_EN1  
CLRTC1  
Lithium Cell  
FAN_SEL1  
FAN_SEL2  
82573L  
CMOS Power  
USB34  
LED1  
PCIE1  
PCIE2  
SAS2  
Intel®  
8Mb  
FWH  
LSI  
6321ESB  
Super  
SAS1068  
I/O  
SAS1  
Z9s  
BUZZER1  
PCIE3  
LPC1  
SASLED1  
HDLED1  
SB_PWR1  
CPU_WARN1  
COM2  
PANEL1  
FLOPPY1  
VGA_EN1  
PCIX4  
ASUS DSEB-D16 Series  
2-7  
 
DSEB-D16 model  
33cm (13in)  
ATX12V2  
CPU_FAN1  
ATXPWR1  
ATX12V1  
PS/2  
PSUSMB1  
T: Mouse  
B: Keyboard  
DDR FB-DIMM_13 (64/72 bit, 240-pin module)  
DDR FB-DIMM_12 (64/72 bit, 240-pin module)  
DDR FB-DIMM_11 (64/72 bit, 240-pin module)  
DDR FB-DIMM_10 (64/72 bit, 240-pin module)  
DDR FB-DIMM_03 (64/72 bit, 240-pin module)  
DDR FB-DIMM_02 (64/72 bit, 240-pin module)  
DDR FB-DIMM_01 (64/72 bit, 240-pin module)  
DDR FB-DIMM_00 (64/72 bit, 240-pin module)  
USB1  
USB2  
CPU1  
FBD_FAN1  
REAR_FAN1  
REAR_FAN2  
Intel®  
CPU2  
P1V8_SEL1  
RJ-45  
5400MCH  
(LAN12)  
P1V5_SEL1  
RJ-45  
FBD_FAN2  
(LAN34)  
DDR FB-DIMM_20 (64/72 bit, 240-pin module)  
DDR FB-DIMM_21 (64/72 bit, 240-pin module)  
DDR FB-DIMM_22 (64/72 bit, 240-pin module)  
DDR FB-DIMM_23 (64/72 bit, 240-pin module)  
LAN_EN1  
Intel  
82563EB  
LAN_EN3  
LAN_EN4  
ASMB3  
DDR FB-DIMM_30 (64/72 bit, 240-pin module)  
DDR FB-DIMM_31 (64/72 bit, 240-pin module)  
DDR FB-DIMM_32 (64/72 bit, 240-pin module)  
DDR FB-DIMM_33 (64/72 bit, 240-pin module)  
PRI_IDE1  
SATA1  
SATA2  
Intel  
SATA3  
82573L  
SATA4  
SATA5  
SATA6  
AUX_PANEL1  
USB34  
RAID_SEL1  
RECOVERY1  
CR2032 3V  
Intel  
Lithium Cell  
FAN_SEL1  
FAN_SEL2  
SGPIO1  
82573L  
CMOS Power  
CLRTC1  
PCIE1  
PCIE2  
Intel®  
8Mb  
FWH  
6321ESB  
Super  
I/O  
Z9s  
BUZZER1  
PCIE3  
LPC1  
HDLED1  
SB_PWR1  
CPU_WARN1  
COM2  
PANEL1  
FLOPPY1  
VGA_EN1  
PCIX4  
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2.2.5  
Layout contents  
Slots/Soocket  
Page  
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2-16  
2-29  
2-29  
2-30  
2-31  
1.  
2.  
3.  
4.  
5.  
6.  
CPU sockets  
FB-DIMM sockets  
PCI Express 2.0 x 16 slots (x16 link)  
PCI Express x 8 slots (x8 link)  
PCI-X slot (for ZCR slot; DSEB-D16/SAS model only)  
DDR2 SODIMM socket  
Jumpers  
Page  
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2-33  
2-33  
2-34  
1.  
2.  
3.  
4.  
5.  
Clear RTC RAM (CLRTC1)  
VGA controller setting (3-pin VGA_EN1)  
LAN controller setting (3-pin LAN_EN1, LAN_EN3, LAN_EN4)  
Fan control setting (3-pin FAN_SEL1, FAN_SEL2)  
Intel® 6321ESB SATA port S/W RAID setting (3-pin RAID_SEL1)  
(DSEB-D16 model only)  
2-34  
2-35  
6.  
Onboard storage setting (3-pin SAS_EN1)  
(DSEB-D16/SAS model only)  
7.  
8.  
9.  
Force BIOS recovery setting (3-pin RECOVERY1)  
P1V5 setting (3-pin P1V5_SEL1)  
2-35  
2-36  
2-36  
P1V8 setting (3-pin P1V8_SEL1)  
Rear panel connectors  
Page  
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2-37  
2-37  
2-37  
2-37  
2-37  
2-37  
2-37  
1.  
2.  
3.  
4.  
5.  
6.  
7.  
8.  
PS/2 mouse port (green)  
LAN port for iKVM  
PS/2 keyboard port (purple)  
USB 2.0 ports 1 and 2  
Serial (COM1) port  
Video Graphics Adapter port  
LAN 1/2 (RJ-45) ports  
LAN 3/4 (RJ-45) ports  
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Internal connectors  
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2-38  
1.  
2.  
3.  
Floppy disk drive connector (34-1 pin FLOPPY1)  
IDE connector (40-1 pin PRI_IDE1)  
Serial ATA connectors  
2-39  
(7-pin SATA1, SATA2, SATA3, SATA4, SATA5, SATA6 )  
4.  
SAS LSI1068 ports LED connector (18-1 pin SASLED1)  
(DSEB-D16/SAS model only)  
2-39  
2-40  
2-41  
5.  
6.  
SAS connectors (DSEB-D16/SAS model only)  
Serial General Purpose Input/Output connector  
(6-1 pin SGPIO1) (DSEB-D16 model only)  
7.  
8.  
9.  
Hard disk activity LED connector (4-pin HDLED1)  
USB connectors (10-1 pin USB34)  
2-41  
2-42  
CPU and system fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN1/2,  
REAR_FAN1/2, FRNT_FAN1/2/3/4, FBD_FAN1/2)  
2-42  
10.  
11.  
12.  
13.  
Serial port connectors (10-1 pin COM2)  
LPC debug connector (14-1 pin LPC1)  
2-43  
2-43  
2-44  
Power supply SMBus connector (5-pin PSUSMB1)  
SSI power connectors  
(24-pin ATXPWR1, 8-pin ATX12V1, 4-pin ATX12V2)  
2-44  
14.  
15.  
System panel connector (20-1 pin PANEL1)  
2-45  
2-46  
Auxiliary panel connector (20-pin AUX_PANEL1)  
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Chapter 2: Hardware information  
2.3  
Central Processing Unit (CPU)  
The motherboard comes with a surface mount LGA771 socket designed for the  
Intel® Xeon® Dual/Quad Core processor.  
Your boxed Intel® Xeon® LGA771 processor package should come with  
installation instructions for the CPU and heatsink. If the instructions in this  
section do not match the CPU documentation, follow the latter.  
Upon purchase of the motherboard, make sure that the PnP cap is on  
the socket and the socket contacts are not bent. Contact your retailer  
immediately if the PnP cap is missing, or if you see any damage to the PnP  
cap/socket contacts/motherboard components. ASUS will shoulder the cost  
of repair only if the damage is shipment/transit-related.  
Keep the cap after installing the motherboard. ASUS will process Return  
Merchandise Authorization (RMA) requests only if the motherboard comes  
with the cap on the LGA771 socket.  
The product warranty does not cover damage to the socket contacts  
resulting from incorrect CPU installation/removal, or misplacement/loss/  
incorrect removal of the PnP cap.  
2.3.1  
Installing the CPU  
To install a CPU:  
1. Locate the CPU socket on the motherboard.  
CPU1  
CPU2  
DSEB-D16 Series CPU LGA771  
Before installing the CPU, make sure that the socket box is facing towards  
you and the load lever is on your left.  
When installing only one CPU, the CPU has to be installed to CPU2 socket  
for a better thermal environment.  
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2.  
Press the load lever with your thumb (A), then move it to the left (B) until it is  
released from the retention tab.  
Retention tab  
A
PnP cap  
Load lever  
B
This side of the socket box  
should face you.  
To prevent damage to the socket pins, do not remove the PnP cap unless you  
are installing a CPU.  
3.  
Lift the load lever in the direction of  
the arrow to a 135º angle.  
4.  
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).  
B
A
Load plate  
5.  
Position the CPU over  
the socket, making sure  
that the gold triangle  
is on the bottom-left  
corner of the socket.  
The socket alignment  
Alignment key  
key should fit into the  
CPU notch.  
Gold triangle mark  
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6.  
Close the load plate (A), then  
push the load lever (B) until it  
snaps into the retention tab.  
A
B
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!  
Notes on Intel® Hyper-Threading Technology  
This motherboard supports Intel® Xeon™ CPUs in the 771-land package  
with Hyper-Threading Technology.  
Hyper-Threading Technology is supported by Intel® 5000 series CPU only.  
5100/5200/5300/5400 series DO NOT support Hyper-Threading.  
The amount of CPU threads depends on the OS support.  
Hyper-Threading Technology is supported under Windows® XP/2003 Server  
and Linux 2.4.x (kernel) and later versions only. Under Linux, use the  
Hyper-Threading compiler to compile the code. If you are using any other  
operating systems, disable the Hyper-Threading Technology item in the  
BIOS to ensure system stability and performance.  
Installing Windows® 2003 Server or later version is recommended.  
Make sure to enable the Hyper-Threading Technology item in BIOS before  
installing a supported operating system.  
For more information on Hyper-Threading Technology, visit Intel® website  
(www.intel.com/info/hyperthreading).  
To use the Hyper-Threading Technology on this motherboard:  
1.  
2.  
Install an Intel® Xeon™ CPU that supports Hyper-Threading Technology.  
Power up the system and enter the BIOS Setup (see Chapter 4: BIOS  
setup). Under the Advanced Menu, make sure that the item Hyper-Threading  
Technology is set to Enabled. The item appears only if you installed a CPU  
that supports Hyper-Threading Technology.  
3.  
Reboot the computer.  
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2.3.2  
Installing the CPU heatsink and fan  
The Intel® Xeon™ processors require an Intel certified heatsink and fan assembly  
to ensure optimum thermal condition and performance.  
When you buy a boxed Intel CPU, the package includes the heatsink, fan, retention  
brackets, screws, thermal grease, installation manual, and other items that are  
necessary for CPU installation.  
Make sure that you have applied the thermal grease to the top of the CPU  
before installing the heatsink and fan.  
Refer to the installation manual that came with the CPU package for details  
on heatsink/fan assembly and installation.  
CPU heatsink (top view)  
CPU heatsink (bottom view)  
Heatsink screw  
To install the CPU heatsink and fan:  
1.  
Place the heatsink on top of the  
installed CPU, making sure that the  
four screws on the heatsink align  
with the nuts on the support plate.  
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2.  
Use a Phillips screwdriver to tighten  
the four heatsink screws in a  
diagonal sequence.  
3.  
Connect the fan cable to the 4-pin  
connector labeled CPU_FAN2.  
DO NOT forget to connect  
the CPU fan cable! Hardware  
monitoring errors may occur if  
you fail to plug this connector.  
CPU_FAN2  
connector  
4.  
Repeat steps 1 to 3 to install the other heatsink if you have installed a second  
CPU, then connect the fan cable to the 4-pin connector labeled CPU_FAN1.  
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2.4  
System memory  
2.4.1  
Overview  
The motherboard comes with sixteen fully-buffered DIMM (FB-DIMM) sockets to  
support 240-pin FB-DIMM modules. An FB-DIMM module has a different pin-out  
from DDR2 DIMMs so you cannot install DDR2 DIMMs on an FB-DIMM socket.  
Note that an FB-DIMM socket has an Advanced Memory Buffer (AMB) chip that  
allows memory-to-CPU connection at gigabit speed.  
The figure illustrates the location of the FB-DIMM sockets:  
128 Pins  
112 Pins  
FB-DIMM_13  
FB-DIMM_12  
FB-DIMM_11  
FB-DIMM_10  
FB-DIMM_03  
FB-DIMM_02  
FB-DIMM_01  
FB-DIMM_00  
FB-DIMM_20  
FB-DIMM_21  
FB-DIMM_22  
FB-DIMM_23  
FB-DIMM_30  
FB-DIMM_31  
FB-DIMM_32  
FB-DIMM_33  
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240-pin FB-DIMM sockets  
2.4.2  
Memory configurations  
You may install 512 MB, 1 GB, 2 GB, 4 GB, and 8 GB registered ECC FB-DIMMs  
into the DIMM sockets.  
For optimum compatibility, we recommend that you obtain memory modules  
from the same vendor. Refer to the Qualified Vendors List on the ASUS  
web site.  
The FB-DIMM 800 MHz has to work with the 1600MHz FSB CPU or above;  
otherwise the memory module downgrades and runs at the speed of  
667MHz.  
If you are installing only one memory module, install into the white socket  
labeled DIMM_00. Installing into any other socket will not work.  
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Rank population  
MCH  
Ch:3  
Ch:2  
Ch:0  
Ch:1  
DIMM installation reference table  
No. of  
Slot/s to use  
DIMMs  
1
2
4
8
DIMM_00  
DIMM_00, DIMM_10  
DIMM_00, DIMM_10, DIMM_20, DIMM_30  
DIMM_00, DIMM_10, DIMM_20, DIMM_30  
DIMM_01, DIMM_11, DIMM_21, DIMM_31  
12  
DIMM_00, DIMM_01, DIMM_02  
DIMM_10, DIMM_11, DIMM_12  
DIMM_20, DIMM_21, DIMM_22  
DIMM_30, DIMM_31, DIMM_32  
16  
DIMM_00, DIMM_01, DIMM_02, DIMM_03  
DIMM_10, DIMM_11, DIMM_12, DIMM_13  
DIMM_20, DIMM_21, DIMM_22, DIMM_23  
DIMM_30, DIMM_31, DIMM_32, DIMM_33  
DIMMs in pair means two DIMMs with the same configuration.  
For better performance, same configuration DIMMs should be installed on  
the same slot number for each channel. For example, you may install the  
same type of DIMMs in DIMM_00, and DIMM_10.  
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2.4.3  
Memory mirroring and sparing technology  
The Intel® 5400 chipset supports the memory mirroring and sparing technology.  
Refer to the below sections:  
Memory Mirroring  
When enabling memory mirroring function in the BIOS setting (refer to section  
4.4.2 Chipset Configuration and configure the option Memory Branch Mode  
as Mirror), Branch 1 contains a replicate copy of the data in Branch 0. The  
DIMMs must cover the same slot position on both branches. DIMMs that cover  
a slot position must be identical with respect to size, speed, and organization.  
DIMMs within a slot position must match each other, but are not required to match  
adjacent slot positions.  
The total memories size will be the half of all installed memories.  
The below memory configurations were required to operate in mirrored mode.  
Configuration 1 (Mirroring): Four memories population  
DIMMs are installed in the following slots: DIMM_00, DIMM_10, DIMM_20, and  
DIMM_30.  
Branch 1  
(Mirror)  
Branch 0  
MCH  
Ch:3  
Ch:2  
Ch:0  
Ch:1  
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Configuration 2 (Mirroring) : Eight memories population  
DIMMs are installed in the following slots: DIMM_00, DIMM_01, DIMM_10,  
DIMM_11, DIMM_20, DIMM_21, DIMM_30, and DIMM_31.  
Branch 1  
(Mirror)  
Branch 0  
MCH  
Ch:3  
Ch:2  
Ch:0  
Ch:1  
Configuration 3 (Mirroring) : Twelve memories population  
DIMMs are installed in the following slots: DIMM_00, DIMM_01, DIMM_02,  
DIMM_10, DIMM_11, DIMM_12, DIMM_20, DIMM_21, DIMM_22, DIMM_30,  
DIMM_31, and DIMM_32.  
Branch 1  
(Mirror)  
Branch 0  
MCH  
Ch:3  
Ch:2  
Ch:0  
Ch:1  
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Configuration 4 (Mirroring) : Sixteen memories population  
DIMMs are installed in the following slots: DIMM_00, DIMM_01, DIMM_02,  
DIMM_03, DIMM_10, DIMM_11, DIMM_12, DIMM_13, DIMM_20, DIMM_21,  
DIMM_22, DIMM_23, DIMM_30, DIMM_31, and DIMM_32, DIMM_33.  
Branch 1  
(Mirror)  
Branch 0  
MCH  
Ch:3  
Ch:2  
Ch:0  
Ch:1  
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Memory Sparing  
At configuration time, a DIMM rank is set aside to replace a defective DIMM rank.  
When the error rate for a failing DIMM rank reaches a pre-determined threshold,  
the memory sparing function will issue an interrupt and initiate a spare copy. At the  
completion of the copy, the failing DIMM rank is disabled and the “spared” DIMM  
rank will be used in its place. Refer to section 4.4.2 Chipset Configuration and  
configure the options of Branch 0 Rank Sparing or Branch 1 Rank Sparing to  
enable the memory sparing functions. The default BIOS setting is disabled.  
Each branch contains its own sparing engine and can be enabled or  
disabled separately.  
This motherboard does not support rank sparing across branches.  
This motherboard does not support rank sparing when in mirror mode.  
The DIMM rank with the largest size will be assigned as spare rank. Data  
can only be copied from a smaller sized rank to a larger sized one.  
A DIMM can contain only one or two ranks. To support sparing function, a  
DIMM channel should contain at least two ranks.  
When sparing function is enabled, the usable memory size will reduce the  
size of the spare ranks.  
The following tables show memory configurations with Memory Sparing function in  
Branch 0.  
One DIMM per channel (two ranks)  
Channel 0  
Channel 1  
DIMM_00  
DIMM_10  
(1024MB*2 Ranks)  
(1024MB*2 Ranks)  
Rank 0  
(1024 MB)  
Rank 1  
(1024 MB)  
Rank 0  
(1024 MB)  
Rank 1  
(1024 MB)  
Branch0  
Sparing  
Memory space 1024 MB  
1024 MB  
Total Memory  
2048 MB  
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Two DIMMs per channel  
Channel 0  
Channel 1  
DIMM_00  
DIMM_10  
(512MB*2 Ranks)  
(512MB*2 Ranks)  
Rank 0  
(512 MB)  
Rank 1  
(512 MB)  
Rank 0  
(512 MB)  
Rank 1  
(512 MB)  
Sparing  
Memory space  
Branch0  
1024 MB  
1024 MB  
DIMM_01  
DIMM_11  
(1024MB*2 Ranks)  
(1024MB*2 Ranks)  
Rank 0  
Rank 1  
Rank 0  
Rank 1  
(1024 MB)  
(1024 MB)  
(1024 MB)  
(1024 MB)  
Sparing  
Memory space  
Total Memory  
1024 MB  
1024 MB  
4096 MB  
Three DIMMs per channel  
Channel 0  
Channel 1  
DIMM_00  
DIMM_10  
(512MB*2 Ranks)  
(512MB*2 Ranks)  
Rank 0  
(512 MB)  
Rank 1  
(512 MB)  
Rank 0  
(512 MB)  
Rank 1  
(512 MB)  
Sparing  
Memory space  
1024 MB  
1024 MB  
DIMM_01  
DIMM_11  
(1024MB*2 Ranks)  
(1024MB*2 Ranks)  
Rank 0  
Rank 1  
Rank 0  
Rank 1  
Branch0  
(1024 MB)  
(1024 MB)  
(1024 MB)  
(1024 MB)  
Sparing  
Memory space  
2048 MB  
2048 MB  
DIMM_02  
DIMM_12  
(2048MB*2 Ranks)  
(2048MB*2 Ranks)  
Rank 0  
Rank 1  
Rank 0  
Rank 1  
(2048 MB)  
(2048 MB)  
(2048 MB)  
(2048 MB)  
Sparing  
Memory space  
Total Memory  
2048 MB  
2048 MB  
10240 MB  
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Four DIMMs per channel (Dual ranks)  
Channel 0  
Channel 1  
DIMM_00  
DIMM_10  
(512MB*2 Ranks)  
(512MB*2 Ranks)  
Rank 0  
(512 MB)  
Rank 1  
(512 MB)  
Rank 0  
(512 MB)  
Rank 1  
(512 MB)  
Sparing  
Memory space  
1024 MB  
1024 MB  
DIMM_01  
DIMM_11  
(1024MB*2 Ranks)  
(1024MB*2 Ranks)  
Rank 0  
Rank 1  
Rank 0  
Rank 1  
Branch0  
(1024 MB)  
(1024 MB)  
(1024 MB)  
(1024 MB)  
Sparing  
Memory space  
2048 MB  
2048 MB  
DIMM_02  
DIMM_12  
(2048MB*2 Ranks)  
(2048MB*2 Ranks)  
Rank 0  
Rank 1  
Rank 0  
Rank 1  
(2048 MB)  
(2048 MB)  
(2048 MB)  
(2048 MB)  
Sparing  
Memory space  
4096 MB  
4096 MB  
DIMM_03  
DIMM_13  
(4096MB*2 Ranks)  
(4096MB*2 Ranks)  
Rank 0  
Rank 1  
Rank 0  
Rank 1  
(4096 MB)  
(4096 MB)  
(4096 MB)  
(4096 MB)  
Sparing  
Memory space  
Total Memory  
4096 MB  
4096 MB  
22528  
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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.  
To install a DIMM:  
1
3
1.  
2.  
Unlock a DIMM socket by pressing  
the retaining clips outward.  
Align a DIMM on the socket  
2
such that the notch on the DIMM  
matches the break on the socket.  
3.  
Firmly insert the DIMM into the  
socket until the retaining clips  
snap back in place and the DIMM  
is properly seated.  
1
FB-DIMM notch  
A FB-DIMM is keyed with a notch so that it fits in only one direction. DO  
NOT force a DIMM into a socket to avoid damaging the DIMM.  
The FB-DIMM sockets do not support DDR2 DIMMs. DO NOT install DDR2  
DIMMs to the FB-DIMM sockets.  
2.4.5  
Removing a DIMM  
1
To remove a DIMM:  
2
1. Simultaneously press the retaining  
clips outward to unlock the DIMM.  
Support the DIMM lightly with  
your fingers when pressing  
the retaining clips. The DIMM  
might get damaged when it  
flips out with extra force.  
1
2.  
Remove the DIMM from the socket.  
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2.4.6  
Installing the MemCool FB-DIMM fan (optional)  
The FB-DIMMs generate heat during continued operation. To ensure optimum  
thermal condition and performance, install the optional MemCool FB-DIMM fan.  
To install the optional FB-DIMM fan:  
1.  
Locate the three FB-DIMM fan holes  
on the motherboard.  
2.  
Disengage the fan top cover from the  
fan base. You can do this by firmly  
gripping the top cover by the clamps  
to release the hooks, then pull up the  
top cover carefully until it separates  
from the fan base.  
Top cover  
clamp  
Top cover  
hook  
DO NOT remove the fan from the  
fan base.  
Fan  
base  
3.  
Position the fan base over the  
DIMMs, and insert the fan base  
legs into the FB-DIMM holes until  
the legs are securely in place.  
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4.  
Position top cover over the fan  
base. Insert the top cover legs into  
the slot on the fan base legs.  
Push down carefully until the legs  
are securely in place and the top  
cover hooks snap in place.  
Make sure the cables pass  
through the notch on the fan base  
as shown.  
5.  
Connect the fan cable to the  
4-pin connector labeled FBD_FAN1.  
6.  
Repeat the previous instructions to install the other FB-DIMM fan if needed.  
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2.4.7  
Uninstalling the optional MemCool FB-DIMM fan  
1.  
Unplug the fan cable.  
2.  
Grip the top cover clamps until the  
top cover hooks are released, then  
carefully lift the top cover while  
supporting the fan base with your  
free hand.  
Top cover clamp  
3.  
Carefully lift the fan base.  
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2.5  
Expansion slots  
In the future, you may need to install expansion cards. The following sub-sections  
describe the slots and the expansion cards that they support.  
Make sure to unplug the power cord before adding or removing expansion  
cards. Failure to do so may cause you physical injury and damage motherboard  
components.  
2.5.1  
Installing an expansion card  
To install an expansion card:  
1.  
2.  
3.  
4.  
Before installing the expansion card, read the documentation that came with  
it and make the necessary hardware settings for the card.  
Remove the system unit cover (if your motherboard is already installed in a  
chassis).  
Remove the bracket opposite the slot that you intend to use. Keep the screw  
for later use.  
Align the card connector with the slot and press firmly until the card is  
completely seated on the slot.  
5.  
6.  
Secure the card to the chassis with the screw you removed earlier.  
Replace the system cover.  
2.5.2  
Configuring an expansion card  
After installing the expansion card, configure the it by adjusting the software  
settings.  
1.  
Turn on the system and change the necessary BIOS settings, if any. See  
Chapter 4 for information on BIOS setup.  
2.  
3.  
Assign an IRQ to the card. Refer to the tables on the next page.  
Install the software drivers for the expansion card.  
When using PCI cards on shared slots, ensure that the drivers support “Share  
IRQ” or that the cards do not need IRQ assignments. Otherwise, conflicts will  
arise between the two PCI groups, making the system unstable and the card  
inoperable.  
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2.5.3  
Interrupt assignments  
Standard Interrupt assignments  
IRQ  
0
Priority Standard function  
1
System Timer  
1
2
Keyboard Controller  
2
-
Programmable Interrupt  
Communications Port (COM2)  
Communications Port (COM1)  
--  
3*  
11  
12  
13  
14  
15  
3
4*  
5*  
6
Floppy Disk Controller  
--  
7*  
8
System CMOS/Real Time Clock  
ACPI Mode when used  
IRQ Holder for PCI Steering  
IRQ Holder for PCI Steering  
PS/2 Compatible Mouse Port  
Numeric Data Processor  
Primary IDE Channel  
Secondary IDE Channel  
9*  
4
10*  
11*  
12*  
13  
14*  
15*  
5
6
7
8
9
10  
* These IRQs are usually available for ISA or PCI devices.  
2.5.4  
PCI Express 2.0 x16 slots (x16 link)  
The onboard PCI Express x16 slots provides x16 link to the 5400 MCH. These  
slots, which support the latest PCIe 2.0 device for twice the current speed and  
bandwidth, are designed for various server class high performance add-on cards  
2.5.5  
PCI Express x8 slot (x8 link)  
The onboard PCI Express x8 slot provides x8 link to the ESB2. These slots are  
designed for various server class high performance add-on cards like SCSI RAID  
card, fiber-channel card, etc.  
PCIEx16 slot  
PCI slot  
PCIEx16 slot  
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2.5.6  
PCI-X slot (for ZCR slot; DSEB-D16/SAS only)  
The 64bit PCI-X slot on the motherboard supports a Zero-Channel RAID card that  
allows RAID0, RAID1, RAID10 and RAID 5 configurations.  
ZCR bracket holder (1U)  
PCIX4 Slot  
ZCR bracket holder (2U and above)  
If you want to install the motherboard to a 1U server system, you need to install  
the ZCR card with a riser card.  
For 1U server system  
To install and secure the ZCR card to the motherboard:  
1. Unscrew the metal bracket that  
comes with the ZCR card and  
use that screw to secure the  
metal card bracket holder from  
the package to the ZCR card.  
2. Intsall the ZCR card to the riser  
card slot.  
3. Firmly insert the riser card with  
the ZCR card until the riser card  
is properly seated on the PCIX  
slot.  
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4. Place the film on the ZCR card  
to prevent a possible short  
circuit.  
5. Place a screw to secure the  
riser card to the motherboard  
and the chassis.  
For 2U server system or above  
To install and secure the ZCR card to the motherboard:  
1. Unscrew the metal bracket that  
comes with the ZCR card and  
use that screw to secure the  
metal card bracket holder from  
the package to the ZCR card.  
2. Firmly intsall the ZCR card to  
the PCIX slot.  
3. Place a screw to secure the  
ZCR card to the motherboard  
and the chassis.  
The optional ZCR card for DSEB-D16/SAS onboard LSI 1068 SAS controller is  
LSI MegaRAID SAS 8300XLP card. Visit the LSI LOGIC website (www.lsilogic.  
com) for more information.  
2.5.7  
SODIMM socket  
The SODIMM socket on the motherboard  
supports an ASUS® Server Management  
Board 3 Series (ASMB3).  
SODIMM socket  
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2.6  
Jumpers  
1.  
Clear RTC RAM (CLRTC1)  
This jumper allows you to clear the Real Time Clock (RTC) RAM in CMOS.  
You can clear the CMOS memory of date, time, and system setup parameters  
by erasing the CMOS RTC RAM data. The onboard button cell battery  
powers the RAM data in CMOS, which include system setup information such  
as system passwords.  
To erase the RTC RAM:  
1. Turn OFF the computer and unplug the power cord.  
2. Move the jumper cap from pins 1-2 (default) to pins 2-3. Keep the cap on  
pins 2-3 for about 5~10 seconds, then move the cap back to pins 1-2.  
3. Plug the power cord and turn ON the computer.  
4. Hold down the <Del> key during the boot process and enter BIOS setup  
to re-enter data.  
Except when clearing the RTC RAM, never remove the cap on CLRTC jumper  
default position. Removing the cap will cause system boot failure!  
If the steps above do not help, remove the onboard battery and move the  
jumper again to clear the CMOS RTC RAM data. After the CMOS clearance,  
reinstall the battery.  
CLRTC1  
1
2
2
3
Normal  
(Default)  
Clear CMOS  
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2.  
VGA controller setting (3-pin VGA_EN1)  
This jumper allows you to enable or disable the onboard VGA controller. Set  
to pins 1-2 to activate the VGA feature.  
VGA_EN1  
1
2
2
3
Enable  
(Default)  
Disable  
DSEB-D16 Series VGA setting  
3.  
LAN controller setting (3-pin LAN_EN1, LAN_EN3, LAN_EN4)  
These jumpers allow you to enable or disable the onboard Intel® 82563EB  
Gigabit LAN controller and the onboard Intel® 82573L Gigabit LAN controllers.  
Set to pins 1-2 to activate the Gigabit LAN feature.  
LAN_EN1  
1
2
2
3
Enable  
Disable  
(Default)  
LAN_EN3  
1
2
2
3
Enable  
Disable  
(Default)  
LAN_EN4  
1
2
2
3
DSEB-D16 Series LAN setting  
Enable  
Disable  
(Default)  
The LAN_EN1 jumper is for the Intel® 82563EB Gigabit LAN controller, which  
controls LAN1 and LAN2 ports.  
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4.  
Fan control setting (3-pin FAN_SEL1, FAN_SEL2)  
These jumpers allow you to switch for fan pin selection. The FAN_SEL1  
jumper is for the CPU fans control and FAN_SEL2 is for the other fans control  
including front fans, rear fans and FB-DIMM fans. Set to pins 1-2 for 4-pin  
fans or pins 2-3 for 3-pin fans.  
(CPU Fan)  
FAN_SEL1  
FAN_SEL2  
(Other Fans)  
1
2
2
3
PWM FAN DC FAN  
(Default)  
DSEB-D16 Series FAN setting  
If you use a 4-pin fan but set the jumper to pin 2-3, the fan you installed  
may not work.  
If you use a 3-pin fan but set the jumper for a 4-pin fan, the fan controll will  
not work and the fan you installed will always run at full speed.  
5.  
Intel® 6321ESB SATA port S/W RAID setting (3-pin RAID_SEL1)  
(DSEB-D16 model only)  
This jumper allows you to select the Serial ATA RAID configuration utility to  
use when you create disk arrays. Both utilities are supported by the  
Intel® 6321ESB. Place the jumper caps on pins 1-2 if you want to use the LSI  
Software RAID Configuration Utility (default); otherwise, place the jumper  
caps on pins 2-3 to use the Intel® Matrix Storage Manager (IMSM).  
RAID_SEL1  
1
2
2
3
LSI  
(Default)  
Intel  
DSEB-D16 RAID setting  
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6.  
Onboard storage setting (3-pin SAS_EN1) (DSEB-D16/SAS model only)  
This jumper allows you to enable or disable the onboard LSI1068 SAS  
controller. Set the jumper to pins 1-2 to enable the SAS function (default).  
SAS_EN1  
1
2
2
3
Enable  
(Default)  
Disable  
DSEB-D16 Series SAS setting  
7.  
Force BIOS recovery setting (3-pin RECOVERY1)  
This jumper allows you to quickly update or recover the BIOS settings when it  
becomes corrupted.  
To update the BIOS:  
1. Prepare a floppy disk that contains the original or latest BIOS for the  
motherboard (XXXXXX.ROM) and the AFUDOS.EXE utility.  
2. Set the jumper to pins 2-3.  
3. Insert the floppy disk then turn on the system to update the BIOS.  
4. Shut down the system.  
5. Set the jumper back to pins 1-2.  
6. Turn on the system.  
RECOVERY1  
1
2
2
3
Normal  
(Default)  
BIOS Recovery  
DSEB-D16 Series BIOS recovery setting  
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8.  
P1V5 setting (3-pin P1V5_SEL1)  
This jumper allows you to adjust the voltage supply for the FB-DIMM. If  
you are installing the low-voltage FB-DIMMs, move the jumper cap to  
corresponding pins.  
P1V5_SEL1  
1
2
2
3
1.5V  
(Default)  
1.1V  
DSEB-D16 Series P1V5 setting  
P1V8 setting (3-pin P1V8_SEL1)  
9.  
This jumper allows you to adjust the voltage supply for the FB-DIMM. If  
you are installing the low-voltage FB-DIMMs, move the jumper cap to  
corresponding pins.  
P1V8_SEL1  
1
2
2
3
3
4
1.8V  
(Default)  
1.55V  
1.2V  
DSEB-D16 Series P1V8 setting  
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2.7  
Connectors  
2.7.1  
Rear panel connectors  
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
1.  
2.  
PS/2 mouse port (green). This port is for a PS/2 mouse.  
RJ-45 port for iKVM. This RJ-45 port functions only when you install ASMB3/  
iKVM management card.  
3.  
4.  
PS/2 keyboard port (purple). This port is for a PS/2 keyboard.  
USB 2.0 ports 1 and 2. These two 4-pin Universal Serial Bus (USB) ports  
are available for connecting USB 2.0 devices.  
5.  
6.  
7.  
Serial (COM1) port. This 9-pin communication port is for pointing devices or  
other serial devices.  
Video Graphics Adapter port. This port is for a VGA monitor or other VGA-  
compatible devices.  
LAN 1/2 (RJ-45) ports. These ports allow Gigabit connection to a Local Area  
Network (LAN) through a network hub. Refer to the table below for the LAN  
port LED indications.  
8.  
LAN 3/4 (RJ-45) ports. These ports allow Gigabit connection to a Local Area  
Network (LAN) through a network hub. Refer to the table below for the LAN  
port LED indications.  
ACT/LINK SPEED  
LAN port LED indications  
LED  
LED  
Activity/Link LED  
Speed LED  
Status  
Description Status  
Description  
OFF  
No link  
OFF  
10 Mbps connection  
100 Mbps connection  
1 Gbps connection  
ORANGE  
BLINKING  
Linked  
ORANGE  
GREEN  
Data activity  
LAN port  
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2.7.2  
Internal connectors  
1.  
Floppy disk drive connector (34-1 pin FLOPPY1)  
This connector is for the provided floppy disk drive (FDD) signal cable. Insert  
one end of the cable to this connector, then connect the other end to the  
signal connector at the back of the floppy disk drive.  
Pin 5 on the connector is removed to prevent incorrect cable connection when  
using a FDD cable with a covered Pin 5.  
FLOPPY1  
PIN 1  
NOTE: Orient the red markings on  
the floppy ribbon cable to PIN 1.  
DSEB-D16 Series Floppy disk drive connector  
2.  
IDE connector (40-1 pin PRI_IDE1)  
This connector is for an Ultra DMA 100/66 signal cable. The Ultra  
DMA 100/66 signal cable has three connectors: a blue connector for the  
primary IDE connector on the motherboard, a black connector for an Ultra  
DMA 100/66 IDE slave device (optical drive/hard disk drive), and a gray  
connector for an Ultra DMA 100/66 IDE master device (hard disk drive). If you  
install two hard disk drives, you must configure the second drive as a slave  
device by setting its jumper accordingly. Refer to the hard disk documentation  
for the jumper settings.  
Pin 20 on the IDE connector is removed to match the covered hole on the  
Ultra DMA cable connector. This prevents incorrect insertion when you  
connect the IDE cable.  
Use the 80-conductor IDE cable for Ultra DMA 100/66 IDE devices.  
PRI_IDE1  
PIN 1  
DSEB-D16 Series IDE connector  
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3.  
Serial ATA connectors  
(7-pin SATA1, SATA2, SATA3, SATA4, SATA5, SATA6 )  
These connectors, controlled by southbridge ESB2, are for the Serial ATA  
signal cables for Serial ATA hard disk drives.  
SATA1  
SATA3  
SATA5  
SATA2  
SATA4  
SATA6  
DSEB-D16 Series SATA connectors  
4.  
SAS LSI1068 ports LED connector (18-1 pin SASLED1)  
(DSEB-D16/SAS model only)  
This connector is for the front panel LED port indicator that shows the SAS  
HDD status.  
SASLED1  
PIN1  
DSEB-D16 Series SASLED connector  
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5.  
SAS connectors (DSEB-D16/SAS model only)  
This motherboard comes with two Serial Attached SCSI (SAS) connectors,  
the next-generation storage technology that supports both Series SCSI and  
Serial ATA (SATA). Each connector supports one device.  
DSEB-D16 Series SAS connectors  
To disconnect the SAS cable:  
To connect the SAS cable:  
1.  
With your thumb, push down the  
cable lock to release.  
Plug in the SAS cable to the SAS  
connector until the cable lock snaps  
in place.  
2.  
While still keeping your  
thumb’s grip on the cable lock,  
carefully pull away the cable from  
the connector.  
1
2
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6.  
Serial General Purpose Input/Output connector (6-1 pin SGPIO1)  
(DSEB-D16 model only)  
This connector is used for the SGPIO peripherals for the LSI MegaRAID  
SATA LED.  
SGPIO1  
PIN1  
DSEB-D16 Series SGPIO connector  
7.  
Hard disk activity LED connector (4-pin HDLED1)  
This connector is used to connect to a hard disk drive active LED connector  
on the SCSI or RAID card.  
PIN1  
HDLED1  
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8.  
USB connector (10-1 pin USB34)  
This connector is for USB 2.0 ports. Connect the USB module cable to  
this connector, then install the module to a slot opening at the back of the  
system chassis. This USB connector complies with USB 2.0 specification that  
supports up to 480 Mbps connection speed.  
USB34  
PIN1  
DSEB-D16 Series USB connector  
The USB port module is purchased separately.  
9.  
CPU and system fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN1/2, REAR_FAN1/2,  
FRNT_FAN1/2/3/4, FBD_FAN1/2)  
The fan connectors support cooling fans of 350 mA ~ 740 mA (8.88 W max.)  
or a total of 3.15 A ~ 6.66 A (53.28 W max.) at +12V. Connect the fan cables  
to the fan connectors on the motherboard, making sure that the black wire of  
each cable matches the ground pin of the connector.  
DO NOT forget to connect the fan cables to the fan connectors. Insufficient air  
flow inside the system may damage the motherboard components. These are  
not jumpers! DO NOT place jumper caps on the fan connectors!  
CPU_FAN1  
PWM Control  
FAN Speed  
FAN Power  
GND  
CPU_FAN2  
GND  
FAN Power  
FAN Speed  
PWM Control  
FBD_FAN1  
CPU_FAN1  
FBD_FAN1  
REAR_FAN1  
REAR_FAN2  
FBD_FAN2  
REAR_FAN1 REAR_FAN2 FBD_FAN2  
CPU_FAN2  
FRNT_FAN1  
FRNT_FAN2  
FRNT_FAN4  
FRNT_FAN3  
FRNT_FAN1 FRNT_FAN2  
FRNT_FAN4  
GND  
GND  
FAN Power  
FAN Speed  
PWM Control  
FAN Power  
FAN Speed  
PWM Control  
FRNT_FAN3  
DSEB-D16 Series Fan connectors  
GND  
FAN Power  
FAN Speed  
PWM Control  
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10. Serial port connector (10-1 pin COM2)  
This connector is for a serial (COM) port. Connect the serial port module  
cable to this connector, then install the module to a slot opening at the back  
of the system chassis.  
COM2  
PIN1  
DSEB-D16 Series Serial port connector  
The serial port module is purchased separately.  
11. LPC debug card connector (14-1 pin LPC1)  
This is a low pin count interface used to plug in the LPC debug card.  
PIN1  
LPC1  
DSEB-D16 Series LPC debug card connector  
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12. Power supply SMBus connector (5-pin PSUSMB1)  
This connector is for the power supply SMB cable, if your power supply  
supports the SMBus function.  
PSUSMB1  
DSEB-D16 Series Power supply SMBus connector  
13. SSI power connectors (24-pin ATXPWR1, 8-pin ATX12V1, 4-pin ATX12V2)  
These connectors are for SSI power supply plugs. The power supply plugs  
are designed to fit these connectors in only one orientation. Find the proper  
orientation and push down firmly until the connectors completely fit.  
For a fully configured system, we recommend that you use an SSI  
12 V-compliant power supply unit (PSU) for LGA771-socket Intel® Xeon  
Dual Core processors (Bensley platform).  
DO NOT forget to connect the 24+8+4-pin power plugs; otherwise, the  
system will not boot up.  
Use of a PSU with a higher power output is recommended when configuring  
a system with more power consuming devices. The system may become  
unstable or may not boot up if the power is inadequate.  
You must install a PSU with a higher power rating if you intend to install  
additional devices.  
ATXPWR1  
24-pin Power Connector  
ATX12V1  
8-pin  
+12V DC GND  
ATX12V2  
4-pin  
DSEB-D16 Series ATX power connectors  
+12V DC GND  
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14. System panel connector (20-pin PANEL1)  
This connector supports several chassis-mounted functions.  
The system panel connector is color-coded for easy connection.  
1
2
3
PANEL1  
DSEB-D16 Series System panel connector  
1. System power LED (Green 3-pin PLED)  
4
5
6
This 3-pin connector is for the system power LED. Connect the chassis  
power LED cable to this connector. The system power LED lights up  
when you turn on the system power, and blinks when the system is in  
sleep mode.  
2. Message LED (Brown 2-pin MLED)  
This 2-pin connector is for the message LED cable that connects to  
the front message LED. The message LED is controlled by Hardware  
monitor to indicate an abnormal event occurance.  
3. System warning speaker (Orange 4-pin SPEAKER)  
This 4-pin connector is for the chassis-mounted system warning speaker.  
The speaker allows you to hear system beeps and warnings.  
4. Hard disk drive activity LED (Red 2-pin IDE_LED)  
This 2-pin connector is for the HDD Activity LED. Connect the HDD  
Activity LED cable to this connector. The IDE LED lights up or flashes  
when data is read from or written to the HDD.  
5. ATX power button/soft-off button (Green 2-pin PWRSW)  
This connector is for the system power button. Pressing the power  
button turns the system on or puts the system in sleep or soft-off mode  
depending on the BIOS settings. Pressing the power switch for more  
than four seconds while the system is ON turns the system OFF.  
6. Reset button (Blue 2-pin RESET)  
This 2-pin connector is for the chassis-mounted reset button for system  
reboot without turning off the system power.  
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15. Auxiliary panel connector (20-pin AUX_PANEL1)  
This connector is for additional front panel features including front panel SMB,  
locator LED and switch, chassis intrusion, and LAN LEDs.  
1
2
2
AUX_PANEL1  
PIN1  
DSEB-D16 Series Auxiliary panel connector  
1. Front panel SMB (6-1 pin FPSMB)  
3
4
5
4
These leads connect the front panel SMBus cable.  
2. LAN activity LED (2-pin LAN1_LED, LAN2_LED)  
These leads are for Gigabit LAN activity LEDs on the front panel.  
3. Chassis intrusion (4-1 pin CHASSIS)  
These leads are for the intrusion detection feature for chassis with  
intrusion sensor or microswitch. When you remove any chassis  
component, the sensor triggers and sends a high-level signal to these  
leads to record a chassis intrusion event. The default setting is short  
CASEOPEN and GND pin by jumper cap to disable the function.  
4. Locator LED (2-pin LOCATORLED1 and 2-pin LOCATORLED2)  
These leads are for the locator LED1 and LED2 on the front panel.  
Connect the Locator LED cables to these 2-pin connector. The LEDs will  
light up when the Locator button is pressed.  
5. Locator Button/Swich (2-pin LOCATORBTN)  
These leads are for the locator button on the front panel. This button  
queries the state of the system locator.  
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This chapter describes the power up  
sequence, and ways of shutting down the  
system.  
Powering up  
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Chapter summary  
3
3.1  
Starting up for the first time........................................................ 3-1  
3.2  
Turning off the computer............................................................. 3-2  
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3.1  
Starting up for the first time  
1.  
2.  
3.  
After making all the connections, replace the system case cover.  
Be sure that all switches are off.  
Connect the power cord to the power connector at the back of the system  
chassis.  
4.  
5.  
Connect the power cord to a power outlet that is equipped with a surge  
protector.  
Turn on the devices in the following order:  
a. Monitor  
b. System power  
6.  
After applying power, the system power LED on the system front panel case  
lights up. For systems withATX power supplies, the system LED lights up  
when you press the ATX power button. If your monitor complies with “green”  
standards or if it has a “power standby” feature, the monitor LED may light up  
or switch between orange and green after the system LED turns on.  
The system then runs the power-on self tests or POST. While the tests are  
running, the BIOS beeps (see BIOS beep codes table below) or additional  
messages appear on the screen. If you do not see anything within 30  
seconds from the time you turned on the power, the system may have failed a  
power-on test. Check the jumper settings and connections or call your retailer  
for assistance.  
AMI BIOS  
BIOS Beep  
Description  
One short beep  
VGA detected  
Quick boot set to disabled  
No keyboard detected  
One continuous beep followed by two  
short beeps then a pause (repeated)  
No memory detected  
One continuous beep followed by three  
short beeps  
No VGA detected  
One continuous beep followed by four  
short beeps  
Hardware component failure  
7.  
At power on, hold down the <Delete> key to enter the BIOS Setup. Follow the  
instructions in Chapter 4.  
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3.2  
Turning off the computer  
3.2.1  
Using the OS shut down function  
If you are using Windows® 2000/2003:  
1.  
2.  
Click the Start button then click Shut Down...  
Make sure that the Shut Down option button is selected, then click the OK  
button to shut down the computer.  
3.  
The power supply should turn off after Windows® shuts down.  
If you are using Windows® XP:  
1.  
2.  
3.  
Click the Start button then select Turn Off Computer.  
Click the Turn Off button to shut down the computer.  
The power supply should turn off after Windows® shuts down.  
3.2.2  
Using the dual function power switch  
While the system is ON, pressing the power switch for less than four seconds puts  
the system to sleep mode or to soft-off mode, depending on the BIOS setting.  
Pressing the power switch for more than four seconds lets the system enter the  
soft-off mode regardless of the BIOS setting.  
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This chapter tells how to change the  
system settings through the BIOS Setup  
menus. Detailed descriptions of the BIOS  
parameters are also provided.  
BIOS setup  
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Chapter summary  
4
4.1  
4.2  
4.3  
4.4  
4.5  
4.6  
4.7  
4.8  
Managing and updating your BIOS ............................................ 4-1  
BIOS setup program .................................................................... 4-6  
Main menu .................................................................................... 4-9  
Advanced menu ......................................................................... 4-14  
Server menu ............................................................................... 4-28  
Security menu ............................................................................ 4-30  
Boot menu .................................................................................. 4-32  
Exit menu.................................................................................... 4-34  
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Managing and updating your BIOS  
The following utilities allow you to manage and update the motherboard Basic  
Input/Output System (BIOS) setup:  
1.  
2.  
ASUS AFUDOS (Updates the BIOS in DOS mode using a bootable floppy  
disk.)  
ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 (To recover the BIOS using a bootable floppy disk  
when the BIOS file fails or gets corrupted.)  
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.  
4.1.1  
Creating a bootable floppy disk  
1.  
Do either one of the following to create a bootable floppy disk.  
DOS environment  
a. Insert a 1.44MB floppy disk into the drive.  
format A:/S  
b. At the DOS prompt, type  
then press <Enter>.  
Windows® XP/2003 environment  
a. Insert a 1.44 MB floppy disk to the floppy disk drive.  
b. Click Start from the Windows® desktop, then select My Computer.  
c. Select the 3 ½ Floppy Drive icon.  
d. Right click File from the menu, then select Format. A Format 3½  
Floppy Disk window appears.  
e. Select Create an MS-DOS startup disk from the format options field,  
then click Start.  
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4.1.2  
AFUDOS utility  
The AFUDOS utility allows you to update the BIOS file in DOS environment using  
a bootable floppy disk with the updated BIOS file. This utility also allows you to  
copy the current BIOS file that you can use as backup when the BIOS fails or gets  
corrupted during the updating process.  
Copying the current BIOS  
To copy the current BIOS file using the AFUDOS utility:  
Make sure that the floppy disk is not write-protected and has at least 1024  
KB free space to save the file.  
The succeeding BIOS screens are for reference only. The actual BIOS  
screen displays may not be the same as shown.  
1.  
2.  
Copy the AFUDOS utility (afudos.exe) from the motherboard support CD to  
the bootable floppy disk you created earlier.  
Boot the system in DOS mode, then at the prompt type:  
afudos /o[filename]  
where the [filename] is any user-assigned filename not more than eight  
alphanumeric characters for the main filename and three alphanumeric  
characters for the extension name.  
A:\>afudos /oOLDBIOS1.rom  
Main filename  
Extension name  
3.  
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:\>  
The utility returns to the DOS prompt after copying the current BIOS file.  
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Updating the BIOS file  
To update the BIOS file using the AFUDOS utility:  
1.  
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.  
2.  
3.  
Copy the AFUDOS utility (afudos.exe) from the motherboard support CD to  
the bootable floppy disk you created earlier.  
Boot the system in DOS mode, then at the prompt, type:  
afudos /i[filename]  
where [filename] is the latest or the original BIOS file on the bootable floppy  
disk, then press <Enter>.  
A:\>afudos /i8036A0.ROM  
The utility verifies the file, then starts updating the BIOS file.  
A:\>afudos /i8036A0.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 ....... done  
Reading flash ...... done  
Advance Check ......  
Erasing flash ...... done  
Writing flash ...... 0x0008CC00 (9%)  
DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS to prevent  
system boot failure!  
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5.  
The utility returns to the DOS prompt after the BIOS update process is  
completed. Reboot the system from the hard disk drive.  
A:\>afudos /i8036A0.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 ....... done  
Reading flash ...... done  
Advance Check ......  
Erasing flash ...... done  
Writing flash ...... done  
Verifying flash .... done  
Please restart your computer  
A:\>  
Updating the BIOS file using a USB flash drive  
If you have not purchased a USB floppy disk drive, you may update the BIOS file  
using a USB flash drive. Format the USB flash drive to FAT16 or 32 system file  
before updating the BIOS.  
To format the USB flash drive to a FAT32/16 system file:  
1.  
2.  
3.  
4.  
Insert the USB flash drive to an available USB port.  
From the Windows desktop, click Start, then select My Computer.  
Right-click the USB flash drive icon, then select Format from the menu.  
From the File system field, select FAT32 or FAT16, then click the Start  
button.  
To update the BIOS file:  
1.  
2.  
3.  
4.  
3.  
Copy the original or the latest BIOS file and the AFUDOS utility (afudos.exe)  
to the USB flash drive.  
Insert the USB flash drive to an available USB port, then place the  
motherboard support CD to the optical drive.  
Boot the system from the support CD, then select the FreeDOS command  
prompt.  
At the DOS prompt, replace the prompt with the USB flash disk drive letter,  
afudos /i[filename].  
then type:  
Follow the instructions in the previous section to update the BIOS file.  
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4.1.3  
ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility  
The ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 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 a floppy disk or a USB flash drive that contains  
the updated BIOS file.  
Prepare a floppy disk or a USB flash drive containing the updated motherboard  
BIOS before using this utility.  
Recovering the BIOS from a floppy disk  
To recover the BIOS from a floppy disk:  
1.  
Turn the system.  
2.  
Insert the floppy disk with the original or updated BIOS file to the floppy disk  
drive.  
3.  
The utility will automatically recover the BIOS. It resets the system when the  
BIOS recovery finished.  
Recovering the BIOS from a USB flash drive  
To recover the BIOS from a USB flash drive:  
1.  
2.  
Remove any floppy disk from the floppy disk drive and turn the system.  
Insert the USB flash drive with the original or updated BIOS file to one USB  
port on the system.  
3.  
The utility will automatically recover the BIOS. It resets the system when the  
BIOS recovery finished.  
DO NOT shut down or reset the system while recovering the BIOS! Doing so  
would cause system boot failure!  
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.  
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4.2  
BIOS setup program  
This motherboard supports a programmable Low-Pin Count (LPC) chip that you  
can update using the provided utility described in section 4.1 Managing and  
updating your BIOS.  
Use the BIOS Setup program when you are installing a motherboard, reconfiguring  
your system, or prompted to “Run Setup.” This section explains how to configure  
your system using this utility.  
Even if you are not prompted to use the Setup program, you can change the  
configuration of your computer in the future. For example, you can enable the  
security password feature or change the power management settings. This  
requires you to reconfigure your system using the BIOS Setup program so that the  
computer can recognize these changes and record them in the CMOS RAM of the  
LPC chip.  
The LPC chip on the motherboard stores the Setup utility. When you start up the  
computer, the system provides you with the opportunity to run this program. Press  
<Del> during the Power-On Self-Test (POST) to enter the Setup utility; otherwise,  
POST continues with its test routines.  
If you wish to enter Setup after POST, restart the system by pressing  
<Ctrl+Alt+Delete>, or by pressing the reset button on the system chassis. You can  
also restart by turning the system off and then back on. Do this last option only if  
the first two failed.  
The Setup program is designed to make it as easy to use as possible. Being a  
menu-driven program, it lets you scroll through the various sub-menus and make  
your selections from the available options using the navigation keys.  
The default BIOS settings for this motherboard apply for most conditions  
to ensure optimum performance. If the system becomes unstable after  
changing any BIOS settings, load the default settings to ensure system  
compatibility and stability. Select the Load Setup Defaults item under the  
Exit Menu. See section 4.8 Exit Menu.  
The BIOS setup screens shown in this section are for reference purposes  
only, and may not exactly match what you see on your screen.  
Visit the ASUS website (www.asus.com) to download the latest BIOS file for  
this motherboard.  
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4.2.1  
Menu items  
Main  
BIOS menu screen  
Menu bar  
Configuration fields  
General help  
BIOS SETUP UTILITY  
Security Boot  
Advanced  
Server  
Exit  
Use [ENTER], [TAB]  
or [SHIFT-TAB] to  
select a field.  
System Date  
System Time  
[Thu, 10/11/2007]  
[11:07:30]  
Floppy A  
[1.44 MB 3½”]  
Use [+] or [-] to  
configure system Date.  
IDE Configuration  
Primary IDE Master  
Primary IDE Slave  
Third IDE Master  
Third IDE Slave  
Fourth IDE Master  
Fourth IDE Slave  
[Not Detected]  
[Not Detected]  
[Not Detected]  
[Not Detected]  
[Not Detected]  
[Not Detected]  
←→ Select Screen  
↑↓  
+-  
Select Item  
Change Field  
System Information  
Tab Select Field  
F1  
General Help  
F10 Save and Exit  
ESC Exit  
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Sub-menu items Navigation keys  
4.2.2  
Menu bar  
The menu bar on top of the screen has the following main items:  
Main  
For changing the basic system configuration  
For changing the advanced system settings  
For changing the advanced server options  
For changing the advanced system security options  
For changing the system boot configuration  
Advanced  
Server  
Security  
Boot  
Exit  
For selecting the exit options and loading default  
settings  
To select an item on the menu bar, press the right or left arrow key on the keyboard  
until the desired item is highlighted.  
4.2.3  
Navigation keys  
At the bottom right corner of a menu screen are the navigation keys for that  
particular menu. Use the navigation keys to select items in the menu and change  
the settings.  
Some of the navigation keys differ from one screen to another.  
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4.2.4  
Menu items  
The highlighted item on the  
menu bar displays the specific  
items for that menu. For  
example, selecting Main shows  
the Main menu items.  
Use [ENTER], [TAB]  
or [SHIFT-TAB] to  
select a field.  
Use [+] or [-] to  
configure system  
Date.  
System Date  
System Time  
[Mon 11/12/2007]  
[11:17:09]  
Floppy A  
[1.44 MB 3½”]  
IDE Configuration  
Primary IDE Master  
Primary IDE Slave  
Third IDE Master  
Third IDE Slave  
Fourth IDE Master  
Fourth IDE Slave  
[Not Detected]  
[Not Detected]  
[Not Detected]  
[Not Detected]  
[Not Detected]  
[Not Detected]  
System Information  
The other items (Advanced,  
Power, Boot, and Exit) on the  
menu bar have their respective  
menu items.  
Main menu items  
4.2.5  
Sub-menu items  
A solid triangle before each item on any menu screen means that the iteam has a  
sub-menu. To display the sub-menu, select the item and press <Enter>.  
4.2.6  
Configuration fields  
These fields show the values for the menu items. If an item is user-configurable,  
you can change the value of the field opposite the item. You cannot select an item  
that is not user-configurable.  
A configurable field is enclosed in brackets, and is highlighted when selected. To  
change the value of a field, select it then press <Enter> to display a list of options.  
Refer to 4.2.7 Pop-up window.  
4.2.7  
Pop-up window  
Select a menu item then press <Enter> to display a pop-up window with the  
configuration options for that item.  
4.2.8  
Scroll bar  
A scroll bar appears on the right side of a  
menu screen when there are items that do  
not fit on the screen. Press the Up/Down  
arrow keys or <Page Up> /<Page Down>  
keys to display the other items on the  
screen.  
Pop-up window  
Scroll bar  
4.2.9  
General help  
At the top right corner of the menu screen is a brief description of the selected  
item.  
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4.3  
Main menu  
When you enter the BIOS Setup program, the Main menu screen appears, giving  
you an overview of the basic system information.  
Refer to section 4.2.1 BIOS menu screen for information on the menu screen  
items and how to navigate through them.  
BIOS SETUP UTILITY  
Main  
Advanced  
Server  
Security  
Boot  
Exit  
System Date  
System Time  
[Mon, 11/12/2007]  
[11:07:30]  
Use [ENTER], [TAB]  
or [SHIFT-TAB] to  
select a field.  
Floppy A  
[1.44 MB 3½”]  
Use [+] or [-] to  
configure system Date.  
IDE Configuration  
Primary IDE Master  
Primary IDE Slave  
Third IDE Master  
Third IDE Slave  
Fourth IDE Master  
Fourth IDE Slave  
[Not Detected]  
[Not Detected]  
[Not Detected]  
[Not Detected]  
[Not Detected]  
[Not Detected]  
←→ Select Screen  
↑↓  
+-  
Select Item  
Change Field  
System Information  
Tab Select Field  
F1  
General Help  
F10 Save and Exit  
ESC Exit  
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4.3.1  
System Date [Day xx/xx/xxxx]  
Allows you to set the system date.  
4.3.2  
System Time [xx:xx:xx]  
Allows you to set the system time.  
4.3.3  
Floppy A [1.44 MB 3½”]  
Sets the type of floppy drive installed.  
Configuration options: [Disabled] [360 KB 5¼”] [1.2 MB 5.¼”] [720 KB 3½”]  
[1.44 MB 3½”] [2.88 MB 3½”]  
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4.3.4  
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 wish to  
configure the item.  
BIOS SETUP UTILITY  
Main  
IDE Configuration  
Options  
ATA/IDE Configuration  
Configure SATA as  
[Enhanced]  
[IDE]  
Disabled  
Compatible  
Enhanced  
Hard Disk Write Protect  
IDE Detect Time Out (Sec)  
[Disabled]  
[35]  
ATA(PI) 80Pin Cable Detection[Host & Device]  
←→ Select Screen  
↑↓  
+-  
F1  
Select Item  
Change Field  
General Help  
F10 Save and Exit  
ESC Exit  
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ATA/IDE Configuration [Enhanced]  
Configuration options: [Disabled] [Compatible] [Enhanced]  
Configure SATA as [IDE]  
Sets the configuration for the Serial ATA connectors supported by the  
Southbridge chip. Configuration options: [IDE] [RAID] [AHCI]  
If you want to create a RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5, RAID 10, or the Intel® Matrix  
Storage Technology configuration from the Serial ATA hard disk drives, set  
this item to [RAID].  
If you want to use the Serial ATA hard disk drives as Parallel ATA physical  
storage devices, keep the default setting [IDE].  
If you want the Serial ATA hard disk drives to use the Advanced Host Controller  
Interface (AHCI), set this item to [AHCI]. The [AHCI] option allows the onboard  
storage driver to enable advanced Serial ATA features that increases storage  
performance on random workloads by allowing the drive to internally optimize  
the order of commands.  
Hard Disk Write Protect [Disabled]  
Disables or enables device write protection. This will be effective only if device is  
accessed through BIOS. Configuration option: [Disabled] [Enabled]  
IDE Detect Time Out (Sec) [35]  
Selects the time out value for detecting ATA/ATAPI devices.  
Configuration options: [0] [5] [10] [15] [20] [25] [30] [35]  
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ATA(PI) 80Pin Cable Detection [Host & Device]  
Allows you to select the mode for detecting 80-pin ATA(PI) cable.  
Configuration options: [Host & Device] [Host] [Device]  
4.3.5  
Primary/Third/Fourth IDE Master/Slave  
The BIOS automatically detects the connected IDE devices. There is a separate  
sub-menu for each IDE device. Select a device item, then press <Enter> to display  
the IDE device information.  
BIOS SETUP UTILITY  
Main  
Select the type  
of device connected  
to the system.  
Primary IDE Master  
Device  
Vendor  
Size  
:Hard Disk  
:xxxxxxxxx  
:xx.xGB  
LBA Mode :Supported  
Block Mode:16Sectors  
PIO Mode :4  
Async DMA :MultiWord DMA-2  
Ultra DMA :Ultra DMA-6  
S.M.A.R.T.:Supported  
←→  
↑↓  
+-  
F1  
F10  
ESC  
Select Screen  
Select Item  
Change Option  
General Help  
Save and Exit  
Exit  
Type  
[Auto]  
[Auto]  
LBA/Large Mode  
Block(Multi-Sector Transfer) [Auto]  
PIO Mode  
[Auto]  
DMA Mode  
[Auto]  
S.M.A.R.T.  
[Auto]  
32Bit Data Transfer  
[Enabled]  
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The BIOS automatically detects the values opposite the dimmed items (Device,  
Vendor, Size, LBA Mode, Block Mode, PIO Mode, Async DMA, Ultra DMA, and  
S.M.A.R.T. monitoring). These values are not user-configurable. These items show  
N/A if no IDE device is installed in the system.  
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.  
Configuration options: [Not Installed] [Auto] [CD/DVD] [ARMD]  
LBA/Large Mode [Auto]  
Enables or disables the LBA mode. Setting to [Auto] enables the LBA mode if the  
device supports this mode, and if the device was not previously formatted with LBA  
mode disabled. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Auto]  
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Block (Multi-Sector Transfer) [Auto]  
Enables or disables data multi-sectors transfers. When set to [Auto], the data  
transfer from and to the device occurs multiple sectors at a time if the device  
supports multi-sector transfer feature. When set to [Disabled], the data transfer  
from and to the device occurs one sector at a time.  
Configuration options: [Disabled] [Auto]  
PIO Mode [Auto]  
Allows you to select the data transfer mode.  
Configuration options: [Auto] [0] [1] [2] [3] [4]  
DMA Mode [Auto]  
Sets the DMA mode.  
Configuration options: [Auto] [SWDMA0] [SWDMA1] [SWDMA2] [MWDMA0]  
[MWDMA1] [MWDMA2] [UDMA0] [UDMA1] [UDMA2] [UDMA3] [UDMA4] [UDMA5]  
S.M.A.R.T. [Auto]  
Sets the Smart Monitoring, Analysis, and Reporting Technology.  
Configuration options: [Auto] [Disabled] [Enabled]  
32Bit Data Transfer [Enabled]  
Enables or disables 32-bit data transfer.  
Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]  
4.3.6  
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  
System Information  
Model Name  
Model ID  
ASUS DSEB-D16/SAS  
8064A0  
ASUS-BIOS  
Version  
Date  
1000.006  
11/06/2007  
Processor Information  
System Memory Information  
←→  
↑↓  
Select Screen  
Select Item  
Enter Go to Sub Screen  
F1  
F10  
ESC  
General Help  
Save and Exit  
Exit  
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Processor  
Displays the installed processor information.  
BIOS SETUP UTILITY  
Main  
Processor Information  
*** CPU1 :  
Brand  
Speed  
Ratio  
Cache  
N/A  
N/A  
N/A  
N/A  
ID/uCode N/A  
*** CPU2 :  
Brand  
Speed  
Ratio  
Cache  
Intel(R) Xeon(TM) CPU 3.20GHz  
←→ Select Screen  
3.20 GHz  
Actual 12 Max 12  
L1/32KB L2/4096KB  
↑↓  
F1  
Select Item  
General Help  
F10 Save and Exit  
ESC Exit  
ID/uCode 0F64h/None  
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System Memory  
Displays the installed system memory information.  
BIOS SETUP UTILITY  
Main  
System Memory Information  
Type  
: DDR2 533  
Total Memory: 1024MB  
DIMM_00 - 1024 AMB Temperature - 96°C  
DIMM_01 - N/A  
DIMM_02 - N/A  
DIMM_03 - N/A  
DIMM_10 - N/A  
DIMM_11 - N/A  
DIMM_12 - N/A  
DIMM_13 - N/A  
DIMM_20 - N/A  
←→ Select Screen  
DIMM_21 - N/A  
↑↓  
F1  
Select Item  
General Help  
DIMM_22 - N/A  
DIMM_23 - N/A  
F10 Save and Exit  
ESC Exit  
DIMM_30 - N/A  
DIMM_31 - N/A  
DIMM_32 - N/A  
DIMM_33 - N/A  
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4.4  
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  
Main  
Advanced  
Server  
Security  
Boot  
Exit  
WARNING: Setting wrong values in the below sections  
may cause system to malfunction.  
Configure CPU.  
CPU Configuration  
Chipset Configuration  
PCI/PnP Configuration  
USB Configuration  
Peripheral Configuration  
ACPI Configuration  
Power On Configuration  
Hardware Monitor  
←→  
↑↓  
Select Screen  
Select Item  
Enter Go to Sub Screen  
F1  
F10  
ESC  
General Help  
Save and Exit  
Exit  
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4.4.1  
CPU Configuration  
The items in this menu show the CPU-related information that the BIOS  
automatically detects. Some items may not appear if you CPU does not support  
the related functions.  
BIOS SETUP UTILITY  
Advanced  
Configure advanced CPU settings  
Sets the ratio  
between CPU Core  
Clock and the FSB  
Frequency.  
Ratio CMOS Setting  
[12]  
C1E Support  
[Enabled]  
[Enabled]  
[Enabled]  
[Disabled]  
[Enabled]  
[Enabled]  
[Enabled]  
[Enabled]  
[Disabled]  
Note:  
Hardware Prefetcher  
Only available when  
SpeedStep technology  
is disabled.  
Adjacent Cache Line Prefetch  
Max CPUID Value Limit  
Virtualization Technology  
CPU TM function  
Execute-Disable Bit Capability  
Hyper Threading Technology  
Single Logical Processor Mode  
←→ Select Screen  
↑↓  
+-  
F1  
Select Item  
Change Option  
General Help  
F10 Save and Exit  
ESC Exit  
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Ratio CMOS Setting [12]  
Whether this item is configurable depends on your CPU type. The valid value  
ranges differently according to your CPU type. If this item is configurable, enter the  
value using the numeric keypad. This item is available only when Intel SpeedStep  
technology is disabled.  
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C1E Support [Enabled]  
Allows you to enable or disable C1E support.  
Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]  
Hardware Prefetcher [Enabled]  
Enable this item to use the Hardware Prefetcher Disable Feature.  
Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]  
*Adjacent Cache Line Prefetch [Enabled]  
Enable this item to use the Adjacent Cache Line Prefetch Disable Feature.  
Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]  
Max CPUID Value Limit [Disabled]  
Setting this item to [Enabled] allows legacy operating systems to boot even without  
support for CPUs with extended CPUID functions.  
Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]  
Virtualization Technology [Enabled]  
The Vanderpool Virtualization Technology allows a hardware platform to run  
multiple operating systems separately, enabling one system to virtually function as  
several systems. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]  
CPU TM function [Enabled]  
This function enables the overheated CPU to throttle the clock speed to cool down.  
Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]  
Execute-Disable Bit Capability [Enabled]  
Allows you to enable or disable the No-Execution Page Protection Technology.  
Setting this item to [Disabled] forces the XD feature flag to always return to zero  
(0). Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]  
Hyper Threading Technology [Enabled]  
Allows you to enable or disable the InteHyper-Threading Technology feature.  
Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]  
Items above with * mark are for technical personnel to debug only.  
ASUS DSEB-D16 Series  
4-15  
4.4.2  
Chipset Configuration  
The Chipset configuration menu allows you to change advanced chipset settings.  
Select an item then press <Enter> to display the sub-menu.  
BIOS SETUP UTILITY  
Advanced  
Advanced Chipset Settings  
Configure North Bridge  
features.  
WARNING: Setting wrong values in below sections  
may cause system to malfunction.  
North Bridge Configuration  
Intel VT-d Configuration  
South Bridge Configuration  
←→  
↑↓  
Select Screen  
Select Item  
Enter Go to Sub Screen  
F1  
F10  
ESC  
General Help  
Save and Exit  
Exit  
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North Bridge Configuration  
The North Bridge Configuration menu allows you to change the Northbridge  
settings.  
BIOS SETUP UTILITY  
Advanced  
NorthBridge Chipset Configuration  
Sequencing:  
allocates address  
branch 0 then 1.  
Interleaving:  
interleaves branch  
across branches.  
Mirroring:  
MCH Branch Mode  
Patrol Scrubbing  
Demand Scrubbing  
Branch Dependent Sparing  
Branch 0  
Branch Specific Sparing  
Rank Interleaving  
Branch 1  
[Branch Interleave]  
[Enabled]  
[Disabled]  
[Disabled]  
[Enabled]  
[Disabled]  
[4:1]  
mirrors branch  
space  
between branches.  
Single Channel:  
forces single ch-0.  
[Enabled]  
[Disabled]  
[4:1]  
Branch Specific Sparing  
Rank Interleaving  
MemCool Mode  
[Disabled]  
←→ Select Screen  
Intel QuickData Tech.  
PCIe Link Speed  
PCIE1 Slot Payload Size  
PCIE3 Slot Payload Size  
[Enabled]  
[Auto]  
↑↓  
+-  
F1  
Select Item  
Change Option  
General Help  
[Auto]  
[Auto]  
F10 Save and Exit  
ESC Exit  
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MCH Branch Mode [Branch Interleave]  
Allows you to select the MCH branch mode.  
Configuration options: [Branch Sequencing] [Branch Interleave] [Branch Mirroring]  
[Single Channel 0]  
Patrol Scrubbing [Enabled]  
Enables or disables the Patrol Scrubbing.  
Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]  
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Demand Scrubbing [Disabled]  
Enables or disables the Demand Scrubbing.  
Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]  
Branch Dependent Sparing [Disabled]  
Allows you to enable or disabled the branch-dependent DIMM sparing feature.  
Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]  
Branch 0 [Enabled]  
Allows you to enable or disable the Branch 0. If you set this item to [Disabled], the  
following three items will be grayed out.  
Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]  
Branch Specific Sparing [Disabled]  
Allows you to enable or disable the DIMM sparing feature.  
Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]  
Rank Interleaving [4:1]  
Allows you to select the Branch 0 Rank Interleave.  
Configuration options: [1:1] [2:1] [4:1]  
Branch 1 [Enabled]  
Allows you to enable or disable the Branch 1. If you set this item to [Disabled],  
Branch 0 and the following two items will be grayed out.  
Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]  
Branch Specific Sparing [Disabled]  
Allows you to enable or disable the DIMM sparing feature.  
Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]  
Rank Interleaving [4:1]  
Allows you to select the Branch 1 Rank Interleave.  
Configuration options: [1:1] [2:1] [4:1]  
MemCool Mode [Disabled]  
Allows you to enable or disable the MemCool Mode.  
Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]  
SnoopFilter [Enabled]  
Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]  
Intel QuickData Tech. [Enabled]  
Allows you to enable or disable Intel QuickData Tech. function.  
Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled]  
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PCIe Link Speed [Auto]  
Allows you to set the PCIe link speed. When set to [Auto], the PCIe device runs  
at the speed depending on the capability of the PCI Express port of MCH. When  
set to [PCIe Gen1], the target link speed will be forced to meet the PCIe Gen1  
specification. Configuration options: [Auto] [PCIe Gen1]  
PCIE1 Slot Payload Size [Auto]  
Allows you to set the maximum TLP payload size for the PCI Express port.  
Configuration options: [Auto] [128B] [256B]  
PCIE3 Slot Payload Size [Auto]  
Allows you to set the maximum TLP payload size for the PCI Express port.  
Configuration options: [Auto] [128B] [256B]  
Inel VT-d Configuration  
BIOS SETUP UTILITY  
Advanced  
Intel VT-d function en  
Intel VT-d  
[Disabled]  
←→ Select Screen  
↑↓  
+-  
F1  
Select Item  
Change Field  
General Help  
F10 Save and Exit  
ESC Exit  
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Intel VT-d [Disabled]  
Allows you to enable or disable Intel VT-d function.  
Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]  
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South Bridge Configuration  
The SouthBridge Configuration menu allows you to change the Southbridge  
settings.  
BIOS SETUP UTILITY  
Advanced  
South Bridge Chipset Configuration  
ESB2 PCI-X Hub Configuration  
ESB2 Bus-M PCI-X Hub  
configuration options.  
ESB2 PCI-X Hub Configuration  
BIOS SETUP UTILITY  
Advanced  
Configure advanced settings for ESB2 PCI-X Hub  
This question will  
allow to select the  
maximum PCI bus speed  
to be programmed.  
Default will always  
be set to AUTO where  
bus speed will be  
PCI Bus Frequency  
I/O Port Decode  
[Auto]  
[4K Decode]  
[Clear Errors]  
[Enabled]  
RAS Sticky Error Handling  
VGA 16-Bit Decode  
decided based on the  
capabilities of the  
device on that bus.  
←→ Select Screen  
↑↓  
+-  
F1  
Select Item  
Change Option  
General Help  
F10 Save and Exit  
ESC Exit  
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PCI Bus Frequency [Auto]  
Allows you to select the PCI bus speed. When you set this item to [Auto], the  
device will run at the speed based on its capability.  
Configuration options: [Auto] [33 Mhz PCI] [66 Mhz PCI] [66 Mhz PCI-X M1]  
[100 Mhz PCI-X M1] [133 Mhz PCI-X M1] [66 Mhz PCI-X M2]  
[100 Mhz PCI-X M2] [133 Mhz PCI-X M2]  
I/O Port Decode [4K Decode]  
Allows you to select the decode range for I/O ports.  
Configuration options: [4K Decode] [1K Decode]  
RAS Sticky Error Handling [Clear Errors]  
Allows you to select the method of handling the Sticky RAS errors.  
Configuration options: [Clear Errors] [Leave Errors]  
VGA 16-Bit Decode [Enabled]  
Allows you to enable or disable the decoding of VGA for the devices behind  
PXH. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]  
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4.4.3  
PCI/PnP Configuration  
The PCI/PnP Configuration menu items allow you to change the advanced settings  
for PCI/PnP devices. The menu includes setting IRQ and DMA channel resources  
for either PCI/PnP or legacy ISA devices, and setting the memory size block for  
legacy ISA devices.  
Take caution when changing the settings of the PCI/PnP Configuration menu  
items. Incorrect field values can cause the system to malfunction.  
BIOS SETUP UTILITY  
Advanced  
PCI/PnP Configuration  
Clear ESCD during  
System Boot.  
Reset Configuration Data  
Plug & Play O/S  
Palette Snooping  
[No]  
[No]  
[Disabled]  
Onboard LAN1 Configuration  
Onboard LAN2 Configuration  
Onboard LAN3 Configuration  
Onboard LAN4 Configuration  
←→ Select Screen  
PCI-Express Slot 1 Configuration  
PCI-Express Slot 2 Configuration  
PCI-Express Slot 3 Configuration  
PCI-X Slot 4 Configuration  
↑↓  
+-  
F1  
Select Item  
Change Option  
General Help  
F10 Save and Exit  
ESC Exit  
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Reset Configuration Data [No]  
Clears the non-volatile RAM (NVRAM) during boot.  
Configuration options: [No] [Yes]  
Plug And Play O/S [No]  
When set to [No], BIOS configures all the devices in the system. When set to  
[Yes] and if you install a Plug and Play operating system, the operating system  
configures the Plug and Play devices not required for boot.  
Configuration options: [No] [Yes]  
Palette Snooping [Disabled]  
When set to [Enabled], the pallete snooping feature informs the PCI devices that  
an ISA graphics device is installed in the system so that the latter can function  
correctly. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]  
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Onboard LAN1/2/3/4 Configuration  
BIOS SETUP UTILITY  
Advanced  
Onboard LAN Configuration  
Initialize device  
expansion ROM.  
Option ROM Scan  
Option ROM Priority  
Bus Master  
[Enabled]  
[Normal]  
[Enabled]  
[Default]  
Latency Timer  
Option ROM Scan [Enabled]  
Allows you to enable or disable the device expansion ROM.  
Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]  
Option ROM Priority [Normal]  
Allows you to set the option ROM priority.  
Configuration options: [Low] [Normal] [High] [Highest]  
Bus Master [Enabled]  
Set this item to [Enabled] to enable the selected device as a PCI bus master.  
Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]  
Latency Timer [Default]  
Allows you to set the PCI device latency timer register.  
Configuration options: [Default] [32] [64] [96] [128] [160] [192] [224]  
PCI-Express Slot1/2/3; PCI-X Slot 4 Configuration  
BIOS SETUP UTILITY  
Advanced  
PCI-Express Slot 1 Configuration  
Initialize device  
expansion ROM.  
Option ROM Scan  
Option ROM Priority  
Bus Master  
[Enabled]  
[Normal]  
[Enabled]  
[Default]  
Latency Timer  
Option ROM Scan: [Enabled]  
Allows you to enable or disable the device expansion ROM.  
Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]  
Option ROM Priority [Normal]  
Allows you to set the option ROM priority.  
Configuration options: [Low] [Normal] [High] [Highest]  
Bus Master [Enabled]  
Set this item to [Enabled] to enable the selected device as a PCI bus master.  
Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]  
Latency Timer [Default]  
Allows you to set the PCI device latency timer register.  
Configuration options: [Default] [32] [64] [96] [128] [160] [192] [224]  
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4.4.4  
USB Configuration  
The items in this menu allows you to change the USB-related features. Select an  
item then press <Enter> to display the configuration options.  
BIOS SETUP UTILITY  
Advanced  
USB Configuration  
USB Devices Enabled:  
None  
USB port5~6 for ASMB3.  
USB Functions  
[4 USB Ports]  
[Enabled]  
Legacy USB Support  
USB 2.0 Controller Mode  
BIOS EHCI Hand-Off  
[HiSpeed]  
[Enabled]  
←→ Select Screen  
↑↓  
+-  
F1  
Select Item  
Change Option  
General Help  
F10 Save and Exit  
ESC Exit  
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The USB Devices Enabled item shows the auto-detected values. If no USB  
device is detected, the item shows None.  
USB Functions [4 USB Ports]  
Allows you to enable the USB host controller.  
Configuration options: [Disabled] [2 USB ports] [4 USB ports] [6 USB ports]  
The following item appears only when you set USB Function to [2 USB ports]  
[4 USB ports] [6 USB ports].  
Legacy USB Support [Enabled]  
Allows you to enable or disable support for legacy USB devices. Setting to [Auto]  
allows the system to detect the presence of USB devices at startup. If detected,  
the USB controller legacy mode is enabled. If no USB device is detected, the  
legacy USB support is disabled. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] [Auto]  
The following items appear when you set Legacy USB Support to [Enabled] or  
[Auto]  
USB 2.0 Controller Mode [HiSpeed]  
Allows you to set the USB 2.0 controller to HiSpeed (480Mbps) or FullSpeed  
(12Mbps). Configuration options: [FullSpeed] [HiSpeed]  
BIOS EHCI Hand-Off [Enabled]  
Enables or disables the BIOS EHCI hand-off support.  
Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]  
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4.4.5  
Peripheral Configuration  
BIOS SETUP UTILITY  
Advanced  
Peripheral Configuration  
Allows BIOS to Enable  
or Disable Floppy  
Controller.  
OnBoard Floppy Controller [Enabled]  
Serial Port1 Address  
Serial Port2 Address  
[3F8/IRQ4]  
[2F8/IRQ3]  
←→ Select Screen  
↑↓  
+-  
F1  
Select Item  
Change Option  
General Help  
F10 Save and Exit  
ESC Exit  
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OnBoard Floppy Controller [Enabled]  
Enables or disables the onboard floppy controller.  
Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]  
Serial Port1 Address [3F8/IRQ4]  
Allows you to select the Serial Port1 base address.  
Configuration options: [Disabled] [3F8/IRQ4] [3E8/IRQ4] [2E8/IRQ3]  
Serial Port2 Address [2F8/IRQ3]  
Allows you to select the Serial Port2 base address.  
Configuration options: [Disabled] [2F8/IRQ3] [3E8/IRQ4] [2E8/IRQ3]  
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4.4.6  
ACPI Configuration  
BIOS SETUP UTILITY  
Advanced  
ACPI Configuration  
Enable RSDP pointers  
to 64-bit Fixed System  
Description Tables. Di  
ACPI version has some  
ACPI Version Features  
Headless Mode  
[ACPI v2.0]  
[Disabled]  
[Disabled]  
[Enabled]  
[Enabled]  
ACPI EMS Support  
ACPI MCFG Support  
High Precision Event Timer  
←→ Select Screen  
↑↓  
+-  
F1  
Select Item  
Change Option  
General Help  
F10 Save and Exit  
ESC Exit  
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ACPI Version Features [ACPI v2.0]  
Allows you to enable RSDP pointers to 64-bit fixed system description tables.  
Configuration options: [ACPI v1.0] [ACPI v2.0]  
Headless Mode [Disabled]  
Allows you to enable or disable the headless operation mode through ACPI.  
Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]  
ACPI EMS Support [Disabled]  
Allows you to enable or disable the ACPI SPCR table.  
Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]  
ACPI MCFG Support [Enabled]  
Enables or disables the ACPI MCFG support. When this item is set to [Enabled],  
the BIOS will report the ACPI MCFG table.  
Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]  
High Precision Event Timer [Enabled]  
Allows you to enable or disable the High Precision Event Timer.  
Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]  
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4.4.7  
Power On Configuration  
This sub-menu allows you to change Power On Configuration features. Select an  
item then press <Enter> to display the configuration options.  
BIOS SETUP UTILITY  
Advanced  
Power On Configuration  
Options  
Power Off  
Power On  
Last State  
Restore On AC Power Loss  
[Last State]  
Resume On Ring  
[Disabled]  
[Disabled]  
[Disabled]  
Resume On PME#  
Resume On RTC Alarm  
←→ Select Screen  
↑↓  
+-  
F1  
Select Item  
Change Option  
General Help  
F10 Save and Exit  
ESC Exit  
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Restore on AC Power Loss [Last State]  
When set to [Power Off], the system goes into off state after an AC power loss.  
When set to [Power On], the system will reboot after an AC power loss. When set  
to [Last State], the system goes into either off or on state, whatever the system  
state was before the AC power loss.  
Configuration options: [Power Off] [Power On] [Last State]  
Resume On Ring [Disabled]  
When set to [Enabled], the system will generate a wake event when the external  
modem receives a call while the computer is in Soft-off mode.  
Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]  
Resume On PME# [Disabled]  
When set to [Enabled], the system enables the PME to generate a wake event  
while the computer is in Soft-off mode.  
Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]  
Resume On RTC Alarm [Disabled]  
Allows you to enable or disable RTC to generate a wake-up event.  
Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]  
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4.4.8  
Hardware Monitor  
BIOS SETUP UTILITY  
Advanced  
Hardware Monitor  
CPU1 Temperature  
CPU1 Temperature  
CPU2 Temperature  
System1 Temperature  
System2 Temperature  
[N/A]  
[38ºC/100ºF]  
[34ºC/93ºF]  
[34ºC/93ºF]  
CPU_Fan1 Speed  
CPU_Fan2 Speed  
FRNT_FAN1 Speed  
FRNT_FAN2 Speed  
FRNT_FAN3 Speed  
FRNT_FAN4 Speed  
REAR_FAN1 Speed  
REAR_FAN2 Speed  
FBD_Fan1 Speed  
FBD_Fan2 Speed  
[N/A]  
[N/A]  
[N/A]  
[N/A]  
[2518RPM]  
[N/A]  
[N/A]  
[N/A]  
[N/A]  
[N/A]  
←→ Select Screen  
↑↓  
+-  
F1  
Select Item  
Change Option  
General Help  
F10 Save and Exit  
ESC Exit  
Smart Fan Control  
CPU1 Target Temperature  
[Smart Fan II]  
[55]  
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CPU2 Target Temperature  
[55]  
System1 Target Temperature [70]  
System2 Target Temperature [70]  
VCORE1 Voltage  
VCORE2 Voltage  
VTT Voltage  
1.5V Voltage  
1.8V Voltage  
3.3V Voltage  
5V Voltage  
5VSB Voltage  
12V Voltage  
VBAT Voltage  
[ 1.372V]  
[ 0.404V]  
[ 1.200V]  
[ 1.488V]  
[ 1.808V]  
[ 3.312V]  
[ 5.166V]  
[ 5.070V]  
[12.096V]  
[ 3.040V]  
←→ Select Screen  
↑↓  
+-  
F1  
Select Item  
Change Option  
General Help  
F10 Save and Exit  
ESC Exit  
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CPU1/CPU2 Temperature [xxxºC/xxxºF]  
System1/2 Temperature [xxxºC/xxxºF]  
The onboard hardware monitor automatically detects and displays the motherboard  
and CPU temperatures. Select [Ignored] if you do not wish to display the detected  
temperatures. The CPU2 Temperature shows N/A if no processor is installed in  
CPU2 socket.  
CPU_Fan1/2; FRNT_FAN1/2/3/4 Speed [xxxxRPM] or [N/A]  
REAR_FAN1/2; FBD_Fan1/2 Speed [xxxxRPM] or [N/A]  
The onboard hardware monitor automatically detects and displays the CPU, front,  
rear and FBD fan speed in rotations per minute (RPM). If the fan is not connected  
to the motherboard, the field shows N/A.  
Smart Fan Control [Smart Fan II]  
Allows you to enable or disable the ASUS Smart Fan feature that smartly adjusts  
the fan speeds for more efficient system operation.  
Configuration options: [Disabled] [Smart Fan] [Smart Fan II]  
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The following items appear when you enable the Smart Fan Control feature.  
CPU1/2 Target Temperature [55]  
Allows you to set the CPU target temperature.  
Configuration options: [40]~[55]  
System1/2 Target Temperature [70]  
Allows you to set the system target temperature.  
Configuration options: [35]~[70]  
VCORE1/2 Voltage, VTT Voltage, 1.5V Voltage, 1.8V Voltage,  
3.3V Voltage, 5V Voltage, 5VSB Voltage, 12V Voltage, VBAT Voltage  
The onboard hardware monitor automatically detects the voltage output through  
the onboard voltage regulators. The VCORE2 item shows N/A if no processor is  
installed in CPU2 socket.  
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4.5  
Server menu  
BIOS SETUP UTILITY  
Security Boot  
Main  
Advanced  
Server  
Exit  
Configure Remote  
Access.  
Remote Access Configuration  
←→  
↑↓  
Select Screen  
Select Item  
Enter Go to Sub Screen  
F1  
F10  
ESC  
General Help  
Save and Exit  
Exit  
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4.5.1  
Remote Access Configuration  
The items in this menu allows you to configure the Remote Access features. Select  
an item then press <Enter> to display the configuration options.  
BIOS SETUP UTILITY  
Server  
Configure Remote Access type and parameters  
Remote Access [Disabled]  
Select Remote Access  
type.  
←→ Select Screen  
↑↓  
+-  
F1  
Select Item  
Change Option  
General Help  
F10 Save and Exit  
ESC Exit  
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Remote Access [Disabled]  
Enables or disables the remote access feature.  
Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]  
The following items appear only when Remote Access is set to [Enabled].  
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Serial port number [COM1]  
Selects the serial port for console redirection.  
Configuration options: [COM1] [COM2]  
Baudrate [19200 8,n,1]  
Sets the baudrate. Configuration options: [115200 8,n,1] [57600 8,n,1]  
[38400 8,n,1] [19200 8,n,1]  
Flow Control [None]  
Allows you to select the flow control for console redirection.  
Configuration options: [None] [Hardware] [Software]  
Redirection After BIOS POST [Always]  
Sets the redirection mode after the BIOS Power-On Self-Test (POST). Some  
operating system may not work when set to [Always].  
Configuration options: [Disabled] [Boot Loader] [Always]  
Terminal Type [ANSI4]  
Allows you to select the target terminal type.  
Configuration options: [ANSI4] [VT100] [VT-UTF83] [Extended VT100]  
VT-UTF8 Combo Key Support [Disabled]  
Enables or disables the VT-UTF8 combo key support for ANSI or VT100 terminals.  
Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]  
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4.6  
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  
Main  
Advanced  
Server  
Security  
Boot  
Exit  
Install, change or  
clear the password.  
Supervisor Password : Not Installed  
User Password : Not Installed  
Change Supervisor Password  
Flash Write  
[Enabled]  
←→ Select Screen  
↑↓  
+-  
F1  
Select Item  
Change Option  
General Help  
F10 Save and Exit  
ESC Exit  
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Change Supervisor Password  
Select this item to set or change the supervisor password. The Supervisor  
Password item on top of the screen shows the default Not Installed. After you set  
a password, this item shows Installed.  
To set a Supervisor Password:  
1.  
2.  
Select the Change Supervisor Password item and press <Enter>.  
From the password box, type a password composed of at least six letters  
and/or numbers, then press <Enter>.  
3.  
Confirm the password when prompted.  
The message “Password Installed” appears after you successfully set your  
password.  
To change the supervisor password, follow the same steps as in setting a user  
password.  
To clear the supervisor password, select the Change Supervisor Password then  
press <Enter>. The message “Password Uninstalled” appears.  
If you forget your BIOS password, you can clear it by erasing the CMOS Real  
Time Clock (RTC) RAM. See section 2.6 Jumper for information on how to  
erase the RTC RAM.  
After you have set a supervisor password, the other items appear to allow you to  
change other security settings.  
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BIOS SETUP UTILITY  
Security Boot  
Main  
Advanced  
Server  
Exit  
Supervisor Password : Installed  
Install, change or  
clear the password.  
User Password  
: Not Installed  
Change Supervisor Password  
Change User Password  
Password Check  
[Setup]  
Password Lock Mode  
Removable Device Boot  
Flash Write  
[Disabled]  
[Enabled]  
[Enabled]  
Change User Password  
Select this item to set or change the user password. The User Password item on  
top of the screen shows the default Not Installed. After you set a password, this  
item shows Installed.  
To set a User Password:  
1.  
2.  
Select the Change User Password item and press <Enter>.  
On the password box that appears, type a password composed of at least six  
letters and/or numbers, then press <Enter>.  
3.  
Confirm the password when prompted.  
The message “Password Installed” appears after you set your password  
successfully.  
To change the user password, follow the same steps as in setting a user password.  
Password Check [Setup]  
When set to [Setup], BIOS checks for user password when accessing the Setup  
utility. When set to [Always], BIOS checks for user password both when accessing  
Setup and booting the system. Configuration options: [Setup] [Always]  
Password Lock Mode [Disabled]  
When set to [Enabled], the keyboard will be locked during the adapter card  
installation. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]  
Removable Device Boot [Enabled]  
When this item is set to [Disabled], the system cannot boot from the removable  
devices. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]  
Flash Write [Enabled]  
When this item is set to [Disabled], the BIOS flash memory will be write-protected.  
Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]  
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4.7  
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  
Security  
Boot  
Exit  
Specifies the  
Boot Device Priority  
Boot Device  
Priority sequence.  
Boot Settings Configuration  
←→  
↑↓  
Select Screen  
Select Item  
Enter Go to Sub Screen  
F1  
F10  
ESC  
General Help  
Save and Exit  
Exit  
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4.7.1  
Boot Device Priority  
BIOS SETUP UTILITY  
Main  
Advanced  
Server  
Security  
Boot  
Exit  
Specifies the boot  
sequence from the  
available devices.  
Boot Device Priority  
1st Boot Device  
2nd Boot Device  
3rd Boot Device  
4th Boot Device  
[Network: IBA GE Slo]  
[Network: IBA GE Slo]  
[Network: IBA GE Slo]  
[Network: IBA GE Slo]  
A device enclosed in  
parenthesis has been  
disabled in the  
corresponding type  
menu.  
←→ Select Screen  
↑↓  
+-  
F1  
Select Item  
Change Option  
General Help  
F10 Save and Exit  
ESC Exit  
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1st ~ xxth Boot Device [XXXXXXX]  
These items specify the boot device priority sequence from the available devices.  
The number of device items that appears on the screen depends on the number of  
devices installed in the system. Configuration options: [xxxxx Drive] [Disabled]  
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4.7.2  
Boot Settings Configuration  
BIOS SETUP UTILITY  
Main  
Advanced  
Server  
Security  
Boot  
Exit  
Allows BIOS to skip  
Boot Settings Configuration  
certain tests while  
booting. This will  
decrease the time  
needed to boot the  
system.  
Quick Boot  
[Enabled]  
Full Logo Display  
Bootup Num-Lock  
PS/2 Mouse Support  
Parity Check  
[Enabled]  
[On]  
[Auto]  
[Disabled]  
[Enabled]  
[Enabled]  
[Enabled]  
POST Errors  
Setup Prompt  
Interrupt 19 Capture  
←→ Select Screen  
↑↓  
+-  
F1  
Select Item  
Change Option  
General Help  
F10 Save and Exit  
ESC Exit  
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Quick Boot [Enabled]  
Enabling this item allows the BIOS to skip some power on self tests (POST) while  
booting to decrease the time needed to boot the system. When set to [Disabled],  
BIOS performs all the POST items.  
Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]  
Full Logo Display [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]  
Allows you to select the power-on state for the NumLock.  
Configuration options: [Off] [On]  
PS/2 Mouse Support [Auto]  
Allows you to enable or disable support for PS/2 mouse.  
Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] [Auto]  
Parity Check [Disabled]  
Allows you to enable or disable the memory or paraity error check.  
Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]  
POST Errors [Enabled]  
When set to [Enabled], the system waits for the <F1> key to be pressed when error  
occurs. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]  
Setup Prompt [Enabled]  
When set to [Enabled], the system displays the message “Press DEL to run Setup”  
during POST. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]  
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Interrupt 19 Capture [Enabled]  
When set to [Enabled], this function allows the option ROMs to trap Interrupt 19.  
Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]  
4.8  
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  
Server  
Security  
Boot  
Exit  
Save Changes and Exit  
Exit system setup  
after saving the  
changes.  
F10 key can be used  
for this operation.  
Discard Changes and Exit  
Discard Changes  
Load Setup Defaults  
←→  
↑↓  
Select Screen  
Select Item  
Enter Go to Sub Screen  
F1  
F10  
ESC  
General Help  
Save and Exit  
Exit  
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Pressing <Esc> does not immediately exit this menu. Select one of the options  
from this menu or <F10> from the legend bar to exit.  
Exit & Save Changes  
Once you are finished making your selections, choose this option from the Exit  
menu to ensure the values you selected are saved to the CMOS RAM. An onboard  
backup battery sustains the CMOS RAM so it stays on even when the PC is turned  
off. When you select this option, a confirmation window appears. Select YES to  
save changes and exit.  
If you attempt to exit the Setup program without saving your changes, the  
program prompts you with a message asking if you want to save your changes  
before exiting. Press <Enter> to save the changes while exiting.  
Exit & Discard Changes  
Select this option only if you do not want to save the changes that you made to  
the Setup program. If you made changes to fields other than System Date, System  
Time, and Password, the BIOS asks for a confirmation before exiting.  
Discard Changes  
This option allows you to discard the selections you made and restore the  
previously saved values. After selecting this option, a confirmation appears. Select  
YES to discard any changes and load the previously saved values.  
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Load Setup Defaults  
This option allows you to load the default values for each of the parameters on the  
Setup menus. When you select this option or if you press <F5>, a confirmation  
window appears. Select YES to load default values. Select Exit & Save Changes  
or make other changes before saving the values to the non-volatile RAM.  
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Chapter 4: BIOS setup  
This chapter provides instructions for  
setting up, creating, and configuring RAID  
sets using the available utilities.  
RAID  
5
configuration  
 
Chapter summary  
5
5.1  
5.2  
5.3  
5.4  
5.5  
Setting up RAID............................................................................ 5-1  
LSI Software RAID Configuration Utility.................................... 5-3  
Intel® Matrix Storage Manager Option ROM Utility ................. 5-30  
Global Array Manager................................................................ 5-38  
LSI Logic MPT Setup Utility (DSEB-DG/SAS model only)...... 5-46  
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5.1  
Setting up RAID  
The motherboard comes with the following RAID solutions:  
DSEB-D16 model  
LSI Software RAID Configuration Utility and the Intel Matrix Storage Manager  
embeded in the Intel 6321ESB Southbridge supports Serial ATA hard disk  
drives and RAID0, RAID1, and RAID10 configurations. The Intel Matrix  
Storage Manager also supports RAID5 configuration.  
DSEB-D16/SAS model  
Intel Matrix Storage Manager embeded in the Intel 6321ESB Southbridge  
supports Serial ATA hard disk drives and RAID0, RAID1, RAID10 and RAID5  
configurations.  
LSI1068 PCI-X SAS controller supports SAS disk drives and RAID0, RAID1,  
and RAID1E configuration.  
5.1.1  
RAID definitions  
RAID 0 (Data striping) optimizes two identical hard disk drives to read and write  
data in parallel, interleaved stacks. Two hard disks perform the same work as a  
single drive but at a sustained data transfer rate, double that of a single disk alone,  
thus improving data access and storage. Use of two new identical hard disk drives  
is required for this setup.  
RAID 1 (Data mirroring) copies and maintains an identical image of data from one  
drive to a second drive. If one drive fails, the disk array management software  
directs all applications to the surviving drive as it contains a complete copy of  
the data in the other drive. This RAID configuration provides data protection and  
increases fault tolerance to the entire system. Use two new drives or use an  
existing drive and a new drive for this setup. The new drive must be of the same  
size or larger than the existing drive.  
RAID 1-E (Enhanced RAID 1) has a striped layout with each stripe unit having a  
secondary (or alternate) copy stored on a different disk. You can use three or more  
hard disk drives for this configuration.  
RAID 10 is data striping and data mirroring combined without parity (redundancy  
data) having to be calculated and written. With the RAID 10 configuration you get  
all the benefits of both RAID 0 and RAID 1 configurations. Use four new hard disk  
drives or use an existing drive and three new drives for this setup.  
RAID 5 stripes both data and parity information across three or more hard disk  
drives. Among the advantages of RAID 5 configuration include better HDD  
performance, fault tolerance, and higher storage capacity. The RAID 5 configuration  
is best suited for transaction processing, relational database applications,  
enterprise resource planning, and other business systems. Use a minimum of three  
identical hard disk drives for this setup.  
If you want to boot the system from a hard disk drive included in a created RAID  
set, copy first the RAID driver from the support CD to a floppy disk before you  
install an operating system to the selected hard disk drive.  
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5.1.2  
Installing hard disk drives  
The motherboard supports Serial ATA for RAID set configuration. For optimal  
performance, install identical drives of the same model and capacity when creating  
a disk array.  
To install the SATA hard disks for RAID configuration:  
1.  
2.  
3.  
Install the SATA hard disks into the drive bays following the instructions in the  
system user guide.  
Connect a SATA signal cable to the signal connector at the back of each drive  
and to the SATA connector on the motherboard.  
Connect a SATA power cable to the power connector on each drive.  
5.1.3  
Setting the RAID item in BIOS  
You must set the RAID item in the BIOS Setup before you can create a RAID set  
from SATA hard disk drives attached to the SATA connectors supported by the  
Intel® 6321ESB Southbridge chip. To do this:  
1.  
2.  
3.  
4.  
5.  
Enter the BIOS Setup during POST.  
Go to the Main Menu > IDE Configuration, then press <Enter>.  
Set the ATA/IDE Configuration item to [Enhanced].  
Set the Configure SATA as item to [RAID].  
Save your changes, then exit the BIOS Setup.  
Refer to Chapter 4 for details on entering and navigating through the BIOS  
Setup.  
5.1.4  
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 LSI Software  
RAID Configuration Utility or the Intel® Matrix Storage Manager if you installed  
Serial ATA hard disk drives on the Serial ATA connectors supported by the Intel®  
6321ESB Southbridge.  
For DSEB-D16/SAS model, you may use the LSI1068 SAS Configuration Utility  
if you installed SAS hard disk drives to the mini-SAS connector(s) supported by the  
LSI1068 PCI-X SAS controller.  
Refer to the succeeding sections for details on how to use each RAID configuration  
utility.  
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Chapter 5: RAID configuration  
 
5.2  
LSI Software RAID Configuration Utility  
The LSI Software RAID Configuration 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 Southbridge chip.  
To enter the LSI Software RAID Configuration Utility:  
1.  
Turn on the system after installing all the SATA hard disk drives.  
2.  
During POST, the LSI Software RAID Configuration Utility automatically  
detects the installed SATA hard disk drives and displays any existing RAID  
set(s). Press <Ctrl> + <M> to enter the utility.  
LSI MegaRAID Software RAID BIOS Version A.01 08131852R  
LSI SATA RAID Found at PCI Bus No: Dev No:1F  
Device present at Port 0  
Device present at Port 1  
HDS722512VLSA80 117800MB  
HDS722512VLSA80 117800MB  
Press Ctrl-M or Enter to run LSI Software RAID Setup Utility.  
The LSI Software RAID Configuration Utitlity auto configures to RAID 1  
when the SATA to RAID Mode is enabled.  
The RAID setup screens shown in this section are for reference only and  
may not exactly match the items on your screen due to the controller  
version difference.  
3.  
The utility main window appears. Use the arrow keys to select an option from  
the Management Menu, then press <Enter>. Refer to the Management Menu  
descriptions on the next page.  
At the bottom of the screen is the legend box. The keys on the legend box  
allow you to navigate through the setup menu options or execute commands.  
The keys on the legend box vary according to the menu level.  
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Management Menu  
Configure  
Initialize  
Objects  
Rebuild  
Check Consistency  
Configure VD(s)  
Use Cursor Keys to Navigate Between Items And Press Enter To Select An Option  
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Menu  
Description  
Configure  
Allows you to create RAID 0, RAID 1 or RAID 10 set using the Easy  
Configuration or the New Configuration command. This menu also  
allows you to view, add, or clear RAID configurations or select the  
boot drive  
Initialize  
Allows you to initialize the logical drives of a created RAID set  
Objects  
Allows you to initialize logical drives or change the logical drive  
parameters  
Rebuild  
Allows you to rebuild failed drives  
Check Consistency Allows you to check the data consistency of the logical drives of a  
created RAID set  
5.2.1  
Creating a RAID 0 or RAID 1 set  
The LSI Software RAID Configuration Utility allows you to create a RAID 0 or RAID  
1 set using two types of configurations: Easy and New.  
In Easy Configuration, the logical drive parameters are set automatically including  
the size and stripe size (RAID 1 only).  
In New Configuration, you manually set the logical drive parameters and assign  
the set size and stripe size (RAID 1 only).  
Using Easy Configuration  
To create a RAID set using the Easy Configuration option:  
1.  
2.  
From the utility main menu, highlight Configure, then press <Enter>.  
Use the arrow keys to select Easy Configuration, then press <Enter>.  
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Configuration Menu  
Easy Configuration  
New Configuration  
Management
View/Add Configuration  
Clear Configuration  
Select Boot Drive  
Configure  
Initialize  
Objects  
Rebuild  
Check Consistency  
Defines Physical Arrays. An Array Will Automatically Become A VD  
Use Cursor Keys to Navigate Between Items And Press Enter To Select An Option  
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3.  
The ARRAY SELECTION MENU displays the available drives connected to  
the SATA ports. Select the drives you want to include in the RAID set, then  
press <SpaceBar>. When selected, the drive indicator changes from READY  
to ONLIN A[X]-[Y], where X is the array number, and Y is the drive number.  
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Easy Configuration - ARRAY SELECTION MENU  
Management
PORT #  
0 READY  
1 READY  
Configure  
Initialize  
Objects  
Rebuild  
Check Consist
Port # 0 DISK  
77247MB  
HDS728080PLA380  
PF20A60A  
SPACE-Sel,ENTER-EndArray,F10-Configure,F2-Drive Info,F3-Logical Drives,F4-HSP  
The information of the selected hard disk drive displays at the bottom of the  
screen.  
4.  
Select all the drives required for the RAID set, then press <Enter>.  
The configurable array appears on screen.  
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Easy Configuration - ARRAY SELECTION MENU  
Management
PORT #  
Configure  
0 ONLIN A00-00  
Initialize  
Objects  
1 ONLIN A00-01  
Rebuild  
Check Consist
Port # 1 DISK  
77247MB  
HDS728080PLA380  
PF20A60A  
SPACE-Sel,ENTER-EndArray,F10-Configure,F2-Drive Info,F3-Logical Drives,F4-HSP  
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5.  
Press <F10>, select the configurable array, then press <SpaceBar>.  
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Easy Configuration - ARRAY SELECTION MENU  
Select Configurable Array(s)  
Management
Configure  
A-0  
SPAN-1  
Initialize  
Objects  
Rebuild  
Check Consist
Cursor Keys, SPACE-(De)Select F2-ChIdInfo F3-SlotInfo F10-Configure Esc-Quit  
Press <F10> again, the logical drive information appears including a Logical  
Drive menu that allows you to change the logical drive parameters.  
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Logical Drive(s) Configured  
LD  
RAID  
Size  
77247MB  
#Stripes  
StripSz  
Status  
ONLINE  
0
1
2
64 KB  
Managem
Configure  
Initializ
Objects  
Rebuild  
Check Con
Logical Drive 0  
RAID = 1  
Size = 77247MB  
DWC = Off  
RA  
= On  
Accept  
SPAN = NO  
Choose RAID Level For This VD  
Use Cursor Keys To Navigate Between Items And Press Enter To Select An Option  
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6.  
7.  
Select RAID from the Logical Drive menu, then press <Enter>.  
Select the RAID level from the menu, then press <Enter>.  
You need at least two identical hard disk drives when creating a RAID 1 set.  
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Logical Drive(s) Configured  
LD  
RAID Status  
Size  
#Stripes  
StripSz  
0
1
77247MB 64 KB ONLINE  
2
Managem
Configure  
Initializ
Objects  
Rebuild  
Check Con
Logical Drive 0  
RAID Level  
RAID 0  
RAID 1  
RAID = 1  
Size = 77247MB  
DWC = Off  
RA  
= On  
Accept  
SPAN = NO  
Choose RAID Level For This VD  
Use Cursor Keys To Navigate Between Items And Press Enter To Select An Option  
8.  
9.  
When creating a RAID 1 set, select DWC from the Logical Drive menu, then  
press <Enter>.  
When creating a RAID 0 set, proceed to step 10.  
Select On to enable the Disk Write Cache setting, then press <Enter>.  
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Logical Drive(s) Configured  
LD  
RAID Status  
Size  
#Stripes  
StripSz  
0
1
77247MB 64 KB ONLINE  
2
Managem
Configure  
Initializ
Objects  
Rebuild  
Change DWC  
Off  
On  
Check Con
Logical Drive 0  
RAID = 1  
Size = 77247MB  
DWC = Off  
RA  
= On  
Accept  
SPAN = NO  
Disk Write Cache Setting Of VD  
Use Cursor Keys To Navigate Between Items And Press Enter To Select An Option  
Enabling DWC can improve the performance, but with the risk of data loss.  
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10. When finished setting the selected logical drive configuration, select Accept  
from the menu, then press <Enter>.  
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Logical Drive(s) Configured  
LD  
RAID Status  
Size  
#Stripes  
StripSz  
0
1
77247MB 64 KB ONLINE  
2
Managem
Configure  
Initializ
Objects  
Rebuild  
Check Con
Logical Drive 0  
RAID = 1  
Size = 77247MB  
DWC = Off  
RA  
= On  
Accept  
SPAN = NO  
Accept This VD Configuration And Go To Next VD  
Use Cursor Keys To Navigate Between Items And Press Enter To Select An Option  
11. Follow steps 5 to 10 to configure additional logical drives.  
12. When prompted, save the configuration, then press <Esc> to return to the  
Management Menu.  
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Configuration Menu  
Save Configuration?  
Easy Configuration  
Yes  
New Configuration  
Management
No  
View/Add Configuration  
Configure  
Initialize  
Objects  
Logical Drive(s) Configured  
LD  
RAID  
1
Size  
#Stripes  
2
StripSz  
64 KB  
Status  
ONLINE  
Rebuild  
0
77247MB  
Check Cons
Select Yes Or No  
Use Cursor Keys To Navigate Between Items And Press Enter To Select An Option  
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Chapter 5: RAID configuration  
Using New Configuration  
When a RAID set is already existing, using the New Configuration command  
erases the existing RAID configuration data. If you do not want to delete the  
existing RAID set, use the View/Add Configuration command to view or create  
another RAID configuration.  
To create a RAID set using the New Configuration option:  
1.  
2.  
From the utility main menu, highlight Configure, then press <Enter>.  
Use the arrow keys to select New Configuration, then press <Enter>.  
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Configuration Menu  
Easy Configuration  
New Configuration  
Management
View/Add Configuration  
Clear Configuration  
Select Boot Drive  
Configure  
Initialize  
Objects  
Rebuild  
Check Consistency  
Clear Existing Configuration And Start A New Configuration  
Use Cursor Keys to Navigate Between Items And Press Enter To Select An Option  
3.  
4.  
5.  
Follow steps 3 to 7 of the previous section.  
Select Size from the Logical Drive menu, then press <Enter>.  
Key-in the desired logical drive size, then press <Enter>.  
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Logical Drive(s) Configured  
LD  
RAID Status  
Size  
#Stripes  
StripSz  
0
1
77247MB 64 KB ONLINE  
2
Managem
Configure  
Initializ
Objects  
Rebuild  
Check Con
Enter VD Size (MB): 77247  
Logical Drive 0  
RAID = 1  
Size = 77247MB  
DWC = Off  
RA  
= On  
Accept  
SPAN = NO  
Enter VD Size (MB):  
Use Cursor Keys To Navigate Between Items And Press Enter To Select An Option  
6.  
Follow steps 8 to 13 of the previous section to create the RAID set.  
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5.2.2  
Creating a RAID 10 set  
You can create a RAID 10 set using four identical hard disk drives.  
To create a RAID 10 set using the Easy Configuration option:  
1.  
2.  
From the utility main menu, highlight Configure, then press <Enter>.  
Use the arrow keys to select Easy Configuration, then press <Enter>.  
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Configuration Menu  
Easy Configuration  
New Configuration  
Management
View/Add Configuration  
Clear Configuration  
Select Boot Drive  
Configure  
Initialize  
Objects  
Rebuild  
Check Consistency  
Defines Physical Arrays. An Array Will Automatically Become A VD  
Use Cursor Keys to Navigate Between Items And Press Enter To Select An Option  
3.  
The ARRAY SELECTION MENU displays the available drives connected to  
the SATA ports. Select the drive(s) you want to include in the RAID set, then  
press <SpaceBar>. When selected, the drive indicator changes from READY  
to ONLIN A[X]-[Y], where X is the array number, and Y is the drive number.  
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Easy Configuration - ARRAY SELECTION MENU  
Management
PORT #  
0 READY  
Configure  
Initialize  
Objects  
1 READY  
2 READY  
3 READY  
Rebuild  
Check Consist
Port # 0 DISK  
77247MB  
HDS728080PLA380  
PF20A60A  
SPACE-Sel,ENTER-EndArray,F10-Configure,F2-Drive Info,F3-Logical Drives,F4-HSP  
The information of the selected hard disk drive displays at the bottom of the  
screen.  
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4.  
Select all the drives required for the RAID 10 set, then press <Enter>. The  
configurable array appears on screen.  
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Easy Configuration - ARRAY SELECTION MENU  
Management
PORT #  
Configure  
0 ONLIN A00-00  
Initialize  
Objects  
1 ONLIN A00-01  
2 ONLIN A00-02  
3 ONLIN A00-03  
Rebuild  
Check Consist
Port # 1 DISK  
77247MB  
HDS728080PLA380  
PF20A60A  
SPACE-Sel,ENTER-EndArray,F10-Configure,F2-Drive Info,F3-Logical Drives,F4-HSP  
5.  
Press <F10>, select the configurable array, then press <SpaceBar>.  
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Easy Configuration - ARRAY SELECTION MENU  
Select Configurable Array(s)  
Management
Configure  
A-0  
SPAN-1  
Initialize  
Objects  
Rebuild  
Check Consist
Cursor Keys, SPACE-(De)Select F2-ChIdInfo F3-SlotInfo F10-Configure Esc-Quit  
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Press <F10> again, the logical drive information appears including a Logical  
Drive menu that allows you to change the logical drive parameters.  
6.  
7.  
Select RAID from the Logical Drive menu, then press <Enter>.  
Select RAID 10 from the menu, then press <Enter>.  
You need at least four identical hard disk drives when creating a RAID 10 set.  
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Logical Drive(s) Configured  
LD  
RAID Status  
Size  
#Stripes  
StripSz  
0
0
308988MB 64 KB ONLINE  
4
Managem
Configure  
Initializ
Objects  
Rebuild  
Check Con
Logical Drive 0  
RAID Level  
RAID = 0  
RAID = 0  
Size = 308988MB  
RAID 5  
RAID 10  
DWC = Off  
RA  
= On  
Accept  
SPAN = NO  
Choose RAID Level For This VD  
Use Cursor Keys To Navigate Between Items And Press Enter To Select An Option  
8.  
9.  
Select DWC from the Logical Drive menu, then press <Enter>.  
Select On to enable the Disk Write Cache setting, then press <Enter>.  
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Logical Drive(s) Configured  
LD  
RAID Status  
Size  
#Stripes  
StripSz  
0
10 308988MB 64 KB ONLINE  
4
Managem
Configure  
Initializ
Objects  
Rebuild  
Change DWC  
Off  
Check Con
On  
Logical Drive 0  
RAID = 1  
LIN A00-03  
Size = 154494MB  
DWC = Off  
RA  
= On  
Accept  
SPAN = NO  
Disk Write Cache Setting Of VD  
Use Cursor Keys To Navigate Between Items And Press Enter To Select An Option  
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10. When finished setting the selected logical drive configuration, select Accept  
from the menu, then press <Enter>.  
LSI Logic Software RAID Configuration Utility Ver A.51 Aug 13, 2007  
Logical Drive(s) Configured  
LD  
RAID Status  
Size  
#Stripes  
StripSz  
0
10 308988MB 64 KB ONLINE  
4
Managem
Configure  
Initializ
Objects  
Rebuild  
Check Con
Logical Drive 0  
RAID = 10  
LIN A00-03  
Size = 308988MB  
DWC = Off  
RA  
= On  
Accept  
SPAN = NO  
Accept This VD Configuration And Go To Next VD  
Use Cursor Keys To Navigate Between Items And Press Enter To Select An Option  
11. When prompted, save the configuration, then press <Esc> to return to the  
Management Menu.  
LSI Logic Software RAID Configuration Utility Ver A.51 Aug 13, 2007  
Configuration Menu  
Save Configuration?  
Easy Configuration  
Yes  
New Configuration  
Management
No  
View/Add Configuration  
Configure  
Initialize  
Objects  
Logical Drive(s) Configured  
LD  
RAID  
10  
Size  
#Stripes  
4
StripSz  
64 KB  
Status  
ONLINE  
Rebuild  
0
308988MB  
Check Cons
Select Yes Or No  
Use Cursor Keys To Navigate Between Items And Press Enter To Select An Option  
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5.2.3  
Adding or viewing a RAID configuration  
You can add a new RAID configuration or view an existing configuration using the  
View/Add Configuration command.  
Adding a new RAID configuration  
To add a new RAID configuration:  
1.  
2.  
From the Management Menu, highlight Configure, then press <Enter>.  
Use the arrow keys to select View/Add Configuration, then press <Enter>.  
LSI Logic Software RAID Configuration Utility Ver A.51 Aug 13, 2007  
Configuration Menu  
Easy Configuration  
New Configuration  
Management
View/Add Configuration  
Clear Configuration  
Select Boot Drive  
Configure  
Initialize  
Objects  
Rebuild  
Check Consistency  
View/Add to The Existing Configuration  
Use Cursor Keys to Navigate Between Items And Press Enter To Select An Option  
3.  
The ARRAY SELECTION MENU displays the available drives connected to  
the SATA ports. Select the drive(s) you want to include in the RAID set, then  
press <SpaceBar>. When selected, the drive indicator changes from READY  
to ONLIN A[X]-[Y], where X is the array number, and Y is the drive number.  
LSI Logic Software RAID Configuration Utility Ver A.51 Aug 13, 2007  
Easy Configuration - ARRAY SELECTION MENU  
Management
PORT #  
0 READY  
1 READY  
Configure  
Initialize  
Objects  
Rebuild  
Check Consist
Port # 0 DISK  
77247MB  
HDS728080PLA380  
PF20A60A  
SPACE-Sel,ENTER-EndArray,F10-Configure,F2-Drive Info,F3-Logical Drives,F4-HSP  
The information of the selected hard disk drive displays at the bottom of the  
screen.  
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4.  
Select all the drives required for the RAID set, then press <Enter>. The  
configurable array appears on screen.  
LSI Logic Software RAID Configuration Utility Ver A.51 Aug 13, 2007  
Easy Configuration - ARRAY SELECTION MENU  
Management
PORT #  
Configure  
0 ONLIN A00-00  
Initialize  
Objects  
1 ONLIN A00-01  
Rebuild  
Check Consist
2
ONLIN A01-00  
3 ONLIN A01-01  
Port # 3 DISK  
77247MB  
HDS728080PLA380  
PF20A60A  
SPACE-Sel,ENTER-EndArray,F10-Configure,F2-Drive Info,F3-Logical Drives,F4-HSP  
5.  
Press <F10>, select the configurable array, then press <SpaceBar>.  
LSI Logic Software RAID Configuration Utility Ver A.51 Aug 13, 2007  
View/Add Configuration - ARRAY SELECTION MENU  
Select Configurable Array(s)  
Management
Configure  
A-0  
SPAN-1  
Initialize  
Objects  
Rebuild  
Check Consist
Cursor Keys, SPACE-(De)Select F2-ChIdInfo F3-SlotInfo F10-Configure Esc-Quit  
6.  
Press <F10> again, and select RAID from the Logical Drive menu, then  
press <Enter>.  
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7.  
Select the RAID level from the menu, then press <Enter>.  
LSI Logic Software RAID Configuration Utility Ver A.51 Aug 13, 2007  
Logical Drive(s) Configured  
LD  
RAID Status  
Size  
#Stripes  
StripSz  
0
0
1
154494MB  
77247MB  
2
64 KB  
64 KB  
ONLINE  
ONLINE  
Managem
0
2
Configure  
Initializ
Objects  
Rebuild  
Check Con
Logical Drive 1  
RAID Level  
RAID 0  
RAID 1  
RAID = 1  
Size = 77247MB  
DWC = Off  
RA  
= On  
Accept  
SPAN = NO  
Choose RAID Level For This VD  
Use Cursor Keys To Navigate Between Items And Press Enter To Select An Option  
8.  
Follow steps 8 to 12 of the Creating a RAID set: Using Easy Configuration  
section.  
9.  
When prompted, save the configuration, then press <Esc> to return to the  
Management Menu.  
LSI Logic Software RAID Configuration Utility Ver A.51 Aug 13, 2007  
Configuration Menu  
Save Configuration?  
Easy Configuration  
Yes  
New Configuration  
Management
No  
View/Add Configuration  
Configure  
Initialize  
Objects  
Logical Drive(s) Configured  
LD  
RAID  
Size  
#Stripes  
StripSz  
Status  
Rebuild  
0
0
1
154494MB  
77247MB  
2
2
64 KB  
64 KB  
ONLINE  
ONLINE  
Check Cons
1
Select Yes Or No  
Use Cursor Keys To Navigate Between Items And Press Enter To Select An Option  
10. Follow steps 8 to 13 of the Creating a RAID set: Using Easy Configuration  
section to add the new RAID configuration.  
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5.2.4  
Initializing the logical drives  
After creating the RAID set(s), you must initialize the logical drives. You may  
initialize the logical drives of a RAID set(s) using the Initialize or Objects  
command on the Management Menu.  
Using the Initialize command  
To initialize the logical drive using the Initialize command:  
1.  
From the Management Menu, highlight Initialize, then press <Enter>.  
LSI Logic Software RAID Configuration Utility Ver A.51 Aug 13, 2007  
Management Menu  
Configure  
Initialize  
Objects  
Rebuild  
Check Consistency  
Initialize Logical Drive(s)  
Use Cursor Keys to Navigate Between Items And Press Enter To Select An Option  
2.  
The screen displays the available RAID set(s) and prompts you to select the  
logical drive to initialize. Use the arrow keys to select the logical drive from  
the Logical Drive selection, then press <Enter>.  
LSI Logic Software RAID Configuration Utility Ver A.51 Aug 13, 2007  
Logical Drive(s) Configured  
Management Menu  
LD  
0
RAID  
10  
Size  
#Stripes  
4
StripSz  
64 KB  
Status  
ONLINE  
Configure  
154494MB  
Initialize  
Objects  
Rebuild  
Check Consistency  
Logical Drives  
Loical Drive 0  
Select VD  
SPACE-(De)Select, F10-Check Consistency  
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3.  
When prompted, press the <SpaceBar> to select Yes from the Initialize?  
dialog box, then press <Enter>. You may also press <F10> to initialize the  
drive without confirmation.  
LSI Logic Software RAID Configuration Utility Ver A.51 Aug 13, 2007  
Logical Drive(s) Configured  
Management Menu  
LD  
0
RAID  
10  
Size  
#Stripes  
4
StripSz  
64 KB  
Status  
ONLINE  
Configure  
154494MB  
Initialize  
Objects  
Rebuild  
Check Consistency  
Initialize?  
Yes  
No  
Logical Drives  
Loical Drive 0  
Initilize Will Destroy Data On Selected VD(s)  
SPACE-(De)Select, F10-Check Consistency  
Initializing a logical drive(s) erases all data on the drive.  
4.  
A progress bar appears on screen. If desired, press <Esc> to abort  
initialization.  
LSI Logic Software RAID Configuration Utility Ver A.51 Aug 13, 2007  
Logical Drive(s) Configured  
Management Menu  
LD  
RAID  
Size  
#Stripes  
StripSz  
Status  
ONLINE  
Configure  
Initialization Of LD Is In Process  
Initiali
Objects  
LD 0 Initialization. Press Esc to Abort.  
Rebuild  
Check Co
85 % Completed  
¦
Logica
Loical Drive 0  
SPACE-(De)Select, F10-Initialize  
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5.  
When initialization is completed, press <Esc>.  
LSI Logic Software RAID Configuration Utility Ver A.51 Aug 13, 2007  
Logical Drive(s) Configured  
Management Menu  
LD  
RAID  
Size  
#Stripes  
StripSz  
Status  
ONLINE  
Configure  
Initialization Of LD Is In Process  
Initiali
Objects  
LD 0 Initialization Complete. Press Esc..  
Rebuild  
Check Co
100 % Completed  
¦
Logica
Loical Drive 0  
SPACE-(De)Select, F10-Initialize  
Using the Objects command  
To initialize the logical drives using the Objects command:  
1.  
From the Management Menu, highlight Objects, then press <Enter>.  
LSI Logic Software RAID Configuration Utility Ver A.51 Aug 13, 2007  
Management Menu  
Configure  
Initialize  
Objects  
Rebuild  
Check Consistency  
Configure Objects Like Adapter Parameters  
Use Cursor Keys to Navigate Between Items And Press Enter To Select An Option  
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2.  
Select Virtual Drive from the Objects sub-menu, then press <Enter>.  
LSI Logic Software RAID Configuration Utility Ver A.51 Aug 13, 2007  
Objects  
Management
Adapter  
Configure  
Initialize  
Objects  
Virtual Drive  
Physical Drive  
Rebuild  
Check Consistency  
Change VD Parameters  
Use Cursor Keys to Navigate Between Items And Press Enter To Select An Option  
3.  
Select the logical drive to initialize from the Virtual Drives sub-menu, then  
press <Enter>.  
LSI Logic Software RAID Configuration Utility Ver A.51 Aug 13, 2007  
Vitual Drive(1)  
Logical Drive 0  
Objects  
Management
Adapter  
Configure  
Initialize  
Objects  
Virtual Drive  
Physical Drive  
Rebuild  
Check Consistency  
Select VD  
Press ENTER To Select A VD, <DEL> To Delete A VD  
4.  
Select Initialize from the pop-up menu, then press <Enter> to start  
initialization.  
LSI Logic Software RAID Configuration Utility Ver A.51 Aug 13, 2007  
Vitual Drive(1)  
Logical Drive 0  
Objects  
Management
Adapter  
Configure  
Initialize  
Objects  
Virtual Drive  
Physical Drive  
Vitual Drive(0)  
Rebuild  
Check Consistency  
Initialze  
Check Consistency  
View/Update Parameters  
Initilize VD  
Use Cursor Keys to Navigate Between Items And Press Enter To Select An Option  
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Chapter 5: RAID configuration  
5.  
When prompted, press the <SpaceBar> to select Yes from the Initialize?  
dialog box, then press <Enter>.  
LSI Logic Software RAID Configuration Utility Ver A.51 Aug 13, 2007  
Vitual Drive(1)  
Logical Drive 0  
Objects  
Management
Adapter  
Configure  
Initialize  
Objects  
Virtual Drive  
Physical Drive  
Vitual Drive(0)  
Initialze  
Rebuild  
Check Consistency  
Initialize?  
Check Cons
Yes  
View/Updat
No  
Initilize Will Destroy Data On Selected VD(s)  
Use Cursor Keys to Navigate Between Items And Press Enter To Select An Option  
6.  
A progress bar appears on screen. If desired, press <Esc> to abort  
initialization.  
LSI Logic Software RAID Configuration Utility Ver A.51 Aug 13, 2007  
Vitual Drive(1)  
Logical Drive 0  
Objects  
Management
Adapter  
Virtual Drive  
Configure  
Initialize  
Objects  
Initilization Of VD Is In Process  
VD 0 Initialization. Press Esc to Abort.  
Rebuild  
Check Con
55 % Completed  
¦
Use Cursor Keys to Navigate Between Items And Press Enter To Select An Option  
When initialization is completed, press <Esc>.  
7.  
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Vitual Drive(1)  
Logical Drive 0  
Objects  
Management
Adapter  
Virtual Drive  
Physica
Configure  
Initialize  
Objects  
Initialization Of VD Is In Process  
VD 0 Initialization Complete. Press Esc..  
Rebuild  
Check Con
100 % Completed  
¦
Use Cursor Keys to Navigate Between Items And Press Enter To Select An Option  
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5.2.5  
Rebuilding failed drives  
You can manually rebuild failed hard disk drives using the Rebuild command in the  
Management Menu.  
To rebuild a failed hard disk drive:  
1.  
From the Management Menu, highlight Rebuild, then press <Enter>.  
LSI Logic Software RAID Configuration Utility Ver A.51 Aug 13, 2007  
Management Menu  
Configure  
Initialize  
Objects  
Rebuild  
Check Consistency  
Rebuild PD(s)  
Use Cursor Keys to Navigate Between Items And Press Enter To Select An Option  
2.  
The PHYSICAL DRIVES SELECTION MENU displays the available drives  
connected to the SATA ports. Select the drive you want to rebuild, then press  
<SpaceBar>.  
LSI Logic Software RAID Configuration Utility Ver A.51 Aug 13, 2007  
REBUILD - PHYSICAL DRIVES SELECTION MENU  
Management
PORT #  
Configure  
0 ONLIN A00-00  
Initialize  
Objects  
1 FAIL A00-01  
Rebuild  
Check Consist
Port # 1 DISK  
77247MB  
HDS728080PLA380  
PF20A60A  
SPACE-Sel,ENTER-EndArray,F10-Configure,F2-Drive Info,F3-Logical Drives,F4-HSP  
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Chapter 5: RAID configuration  
 
3.  
After selecting the drive to rebuild, press <F10>. The indicator for the selected  
drive now shows RBLD.  
LSI Logic Software RAID Configuration Utility Ver A.51 Aug 13, 2007  
REBUILD - PHYSICAL DRIVES SELECTION MENU  
Management
PORT #  
Configure  
0 ONLIN A00-00  
Initialize  
Objects  
1 RBLD A00-01  
Rebuild  
Check Consist
Port # 1 DISK  
77247MB  
HDS728080PLA380  
PF20A60A  
SPACE-(De)Select,F10-Start Rebuild,F2-Drive Information,F3-View Logical Drives  
4.  
When prompted, press <Y> to to rebuild the drive.  
LSI Logic Software RAID Configuration Utility Ver A.51 Aug 13, 2007  
REBUILD - PHYSICAL DRIVES SELECTION MENU  
Management
PORT #  
Configure  
0 ONLIN A00-00  
Initialize  
Objects  
Rebuilding Of Drive Will Take A Few Minutes. Start Rebuilding Drive (Y/N)?  
Port # 1 DISK  
77247MB  
HDS728080PLA380  
PF20A60A  
SPACE-(De)Select,F10-Start Rebuild,F2-Drive Information,F3-View Logical Drives  
5.  
When rebuild is complete, press any key to continue.  
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5.2.6  
Checking the drives for data consistency  
You can check and verify the accuracy of data redundancy in the selected logical  
drive. The utility can automatically detect and/or detect and correct any differences  
in data redundancy depending on the selected option in the Objects > Adapter  
menu.  
The Check Consistency command is available only for logical drives included  
in a RAID 1 set.  
Using the Check Consistency  
To check data consistency using the Check Consistency command:  
1.  
From the Management Menu, select Check Consistency, then press  
<Enter>.  
LSI Logic Software RAID Configuration Utility Ver A.51 Aug 13, 2007  
Management Menu  
Configure  
Initialize  
Objects  
Rebuild  
Check Consistency  
CC Of VD(s)  
Use Cursor Keys to Navigate Between Items And Press Enter To Select An Option  
2.  
The screen displays the available RAID set(s) and prompts you to select the  
logical drive to check. Press the <Spacebar> to select the logical drive from  
the Logical Drive selection, then press <F10>.  
LSI Logic Software RAID Configuration Utility Ver A.51 Aug 13, 2007  
Logical Drive(s) Configured  
Management Menu  
LD  
0
RAID  
10  
Size  
#Stripes  
4
StripSz  
64 KB  
Status  
ONLINE  
Configure  
154494MB  
Initialize  
Objects  
Rebuild  
Check Consistency  
Logical Drives  
Loical Drive 0  
Select VD  
SPACE-(De)Select, F10-Check Consistency  
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Chapter 5: RAID configuration  
 
3.  
When prompted, use the arrow keys to select Yes from the Consistency  
Check dialog box, then press <Enter>. You may also press <F10> to check  
the drive consistency.  
LSI Logic Software RAID Configuration Utility Ver A.51 Aug 13, 2007  
Logical Drive(s) Configured  
Management Menu  
LD  
0
RAID  
10  
Size  
#Stripes  
4
StripSz  
64 KB  
Status  
ONLINE  
Configure  
154494MB  
Initialize  
Objects  
Rebuild  
Check Consistency  
Consistency Check?  
Yes  
No  
Logical Drives  
Loical Drive 0  
Select VD  
SPACE-(De)Select, F10-Check Consistency  
A progress bar appears on screen.  
LSI Logic Software RAID Configuration Utility Ver A.51 Aug 13, 2007  
Logical Drive(s) Configured  
Management Menu  
LD  
RAID  
Size  
#Stripes  
StripSz  
Status  
ONLINE  
Configure  
CC Under Process  
Initiali
Objects  
VD 0 Consistency Check. Press Esc to Abort.  
Rebuild  
Check Co
85 % Completed  
¦
Logica
Loical Drive 0  
The Data On The Drives Is Inconsistency. Repair Done!  
SPACE-(De)Select, F10-Check Consistency  
4.  
While checking the disk consistency, press <Esc> to display the following  
options.  
Stop  
- Stops the consistency check. The utility stores the  
percentage of disk checked, When you restart checking, it  
continues from the last percentage completed rather than  
from zero percent.  
Continue - Continues the consistency check.  
Abort  
- Aborts the consistency check. When you restart checking, it  
continues from zero percent.  
5.  
When checking is complete, press any key to continue.  
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Using the Objects command  
To check data consistency using the Objects command:  
1.  
2.  
From the Management Menu, select Objects, then select Logical Drive  
from the menu.  
Use the arrow keys to select the logical drive you want to check, then press  
<Enter>.  
3.  
4.  
Select Check Consistency from the pop-up menu, then press <Enter>.  
When prompted, use the arrow keys to select Yes from the dialog box to  
check the drive.  
5.  
When checking is complete, press any key to continue.  
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Chapter 5: RAID configuration  
5.2.7  
Deleting a RAID configuration  
To delete a RAID configuration:  
1.  
From the Management Menu, select Configure > Clear Configuration,  
then press <Enter>.  
LSI Logic Software RAID Configuration Utility Ver A.51 Aug 13, 2007  
Configuration Menu  
Easy Configuration  
New Configuration  
Management
View/Add Configuration  
Clear Configuration  
Select Boot Drive  
Configure  
Initialize  
Objects  
Rebuild  
Check Consistency  
Clear Existing Configuration  
Use Cursor Keys to Navigate Between Items And Press Enter To Select An Option  
2.  
When prompted, use the arrow keys to select Yes from the Clear  
Configuration? dialog box, then press <Enter>.  
LSI Logic Software RAID Configuration Utility Ver A.51 Aug 13, 2007  
Configuration Menu  
Easy Configuration  
New Configuration  
Management
Clear Configuration?  
View/Ad
Configure  
Initialize  
Objects  
Yes  
Clear C
No  
Select
Rebuild  
Check Consistency  
Clear Existing Configuration  
Use Cursor Keys to Navigate Between Items And Press Enter To Select An Option  
The utility clears the current array.  
Press any key to continue.  
3.  
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5.2.8  
Selecting the boot drive from a RAID set  
You must have created a new RAID configuration before you can select the  
boot drive from a RAID set. Refer to the Creating a RAID set: Using New  
Configuration section for details.  
To select the boot drive from a RAID set:  
1.  
From the Management Menu, select Configure > Select Boot Drive, then  
press <Enter>.  
LSI Logic Software RAID Configuration Utility Ver A.51 Aug 13, 2007  
Configuration Menu  
Easy Configuration  
New Configuration  
Management
View/Add Configuration  
Clear Configuration  
Select Boot Drive  
Configure  
Initialize  
Objects  
Rebuild  
Check Consistency  
Select A Boot VD  
Use Cursor Keys to Navigate Between Items And Press Enter To Select An Option  
2.  
When prompted, use the arrow keys to select the bootable logical drive from  
the list, then press <Enter>.  
LSI Logic Software RAID Configuration Utility Ver A.51 Aug 13, 2007  
Bootable VDs(1):Current Boot VD(0)  
Configu
Boot Drive 0  
Easy Confi
New Configuration  
View/Add Configuration  
Clear Configuration  
Select Boot Drive  
Management
Configure  
Initialize  
Objects  
Rebuild  
Check Consistency  
Select A Boot VD  
Use Cursor Keys to Navigate Between Items And Press Enter To Select An Option  
3.  
The logical drive is selected as boot drive. Press any key to continue.  
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5.2.9  
Enabling the WriteCache  
You may enable the RAID controller’s WriteCache option to improve the data  
transmission performance.  
When you enable WriteCache, you may lose data when a power interruption  
occurs while transmitting or exchanging data among the drives.  
To enable WriteCache:  
1.  
2.  
From the Management Menu, select Objects > Adapter, then press <Enter>  
to display the adapter properties.  
Select WriteCache, then press <Enter> to turn the option On (enabled).  
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Adapter 0  
Rebuild Rate  
Objec
= 30  
Chk Const Rate = 30  
Management
Adapter  
FGI Rate  
BGI Rate  
Disk WC  
= 30  
= 30  
Configure  
Initialize  
Objects  
Virtual Driv
Physical Dri
= Off  
= On  
Read Ahead  
Bios State  
Rebuild  
Check Consistency  
= Enable  
Stop On Error = No  
Fast Init  
= Enable  
Auto Rebuild  
Auto Resume  
= On  
= Enable  
Disk Coercion = 1GB  
Factory Default  
Disk Write Cache - Off(Write Through) or On(Write Back)  
Use Cursor Keys to Navigate Between Items And Press Enter To Select An Option  
3.  
When finished, press any key to continue.  
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5.3  
Intel® Matrix Storage Manager  
Option ROM Utility  
The Intel® Matrix Storage Manager Option ROM utility allows you to create RAID 0,  
RAID 1, RAID 10, and RAID 5 set(s) from Serial ATA hard disk drives.  
To enter the Intel® Matrix Storage Manager Option ROM Utility:  
1.  
2.  
Turn on the system after installing all Serial ATA hard disk drives.  
During POST, press <Ctrl+I> to display the utility main menu.  
Intel(R) Matrix Storage Manager Option ROM v5.6.2.1002 ESB2 wRAID5  
Copyright(C) 2003-05 Intel Corporation. All Rights Reserved.  
[ MAIN MENU ]  
1. Create RAID Volume  
2. Delete RAID Volume  
3. Reset Disks to Non-RAID  
4. Exit  
[ DISK/VOLUME INFORMATION ]  
RAID Volumes:  
None defined.  
Physical Disks:  
Port  
Drive Model  
XXXXXXXXXXX  
XXXXXXXXXXX  
XXXXXXXXXXX  
XXXXXXXXXXX  
Serial #  
XXXXXXXX  
XXXXXXXX  
XXXXXXXX  
XXXXXXXX  
Size  
Type/Status(Vol ID)  
Non-RAID Disk  
Non-RAID Disk  
Non-RAID Disk  
Non-RAID Disk  
0
1
2
3
XX.XXGB  
XX.XXGB  
XX.XXGB  
XX.XXGB  
[ ]-Select  
↑↓  
[ESC]-Exit  
[ENTER]-Select Menu  
The navigation keys at the bottom of the screen allow you to move through  
the menus and select the menu options.  
The RAID setup screens shown in this section are for reference only and  
may not exactly match the items on your screen due to the controller version  
difference.  
The utility supports maxium four hard disk drives for RAID configurration.  
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5.3.1  
Creating a RAID 0 set (Stripe)  
To create a RAID 0 set:  
1.  
From the utility main menu, select 1. Create RAID Volume, then press  
<Enter>. This screen appears.  
Intel(R) Matrix Storage Manager Option ROM v5.6.2.1002 ESB2 wRAID5  
Copyright(C) 2003-05 Intel Corporation. All Rights Reserved.  
[ CREATE ARRAY MENU ]  
Name: Volume0  
RAID Level: RAID0(Stripe)  
Disks: Select Disks  
Strip Size: 128KB  
Capacity: 0.0  
GB  
Create Volume  
[ DISK/VOLUME INFORMATION ]  
Enter a string between 1 and 16 characters in length that can be used  
to uniquely identify the RAID volume. This name is case sensitive  
and cannot contain special characters.  
[ ]-Select  
↑↓  
[ESC]-Exit  
[ENTER]-Select Menu  
2.  
3.  
Enter a name for the RAID 0 set, then press <Enter>.  
Highlight RAID Level, press the up/down arrow key to select RAID 0 (Stripe),  
then press <Enter>.  
4.  
Highlight the Disks item, then press <Enter> to select the hard disk drives  
you want to include in the RAID set. The SELECT DISKS screen appears.  
[ SELECT DISKS ]  
Port Drive  
Model  
Serial # Size  
Status  
0
1
2
3
XXXXXX XXXXXX  
XXXXXX XXXXXX  
XXXXXX XXXXXX  
XXXXXX XXXXXX  
XX.XGB Non-RAID Disk  
XX.XGB Non-RAID Disk  
XX.XGB Non-RAID Disk  
XX.XGB Non-RAID Disk  
Select 2 to 4 disks to use in creating the volume.  
]-Previous/Next [SPACE]-Selects [ENTER]-Selection Complete  
[
↑↓  
5.  
Use the up/down arrow key to highlight a drive, then press <Spacebar>  
to select. A small triangle marks the selected drive. Press <Enter> after  
completing your selection.  
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6.  
Use the up/down arrow key to select the stripe size for the RAID 0 array, then  
press <Enter>. The available stripe size values range from 4 KB to 128 KB.  
The default stripe size is 128 KB.  
A lower stripe size is recommended for server systems. A higher stripe size  
is recommended for multimedia computer systems used mainly for audio and  
video editing.  
7.  
8.  
Highlight the Capacity item, enter the desired RAID volume capacity, then  
press <Enter>. The default value indicates the maximum allowed capacity.  
When the Create Volume item is highlighted, press <Enter>.  
A warning message appears.  
WARNING: ALL DATA ON SELECTED DISKS WILL BE LOST.  
Are you sure you want to create this volume? (Y/N):  
9.  
Press <Y> to create the RAID volume and return to the main menu, or <N> to  
go back to the Create Array menu.  
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5.3.2  
Creating a RAID 1 set (Mirror)  
To create a RAID 1 set:  
1.  
From the utility main menu, select 1. Create RAID Volume, then press  
<Enter>. This screen appears.  
Intel(R) Matrix Storage Manager Option ROM v5.6.2.1002 ESB2 wRAID5  
Copyright(C) 2003-05 Intel Corporation. All Rights Reserved.  
[ CREATE ARRAY MENU ]  
Name: Volume1  
RAID Level: RAID1(Mirror)  
Disks: Select Disks  
Strip Size: N/A  
Capacity: 0.0  
GB  
Create Volume  
[ DISK/VOLUME INFORMATION ]  
Enter a string between 1 and 16 characters in length that can be used  
to uniquely identify the RAID volume. This name is case sensitive  
and cannot contain special characters.  
[ ]-Select  
↑↓  
[ESC]-Exit  
[ENTER]-Select Menu  
2.  
3.  
Enter a name for the RAID 1 set, then press <Enter>.  
Highlight RAID Level, press the up/down arrow key to select RAID 1 (Mirror),  
then press <Enter>.  
4.  
Follow steps 4 to 5 and 7 to 9 of the previous section to create the RAID 1  
set.  
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5.3.3  
Creating a RAID 10 set (Stripe + Mirror)  
To create a RAID 10 set:  
1.  
From the utility main menu, select 1. Create RAID Volume, then press  
<Enter>. This screen appears.  
Intel(R) Matrix Storage Manager Option ROM v5.6.2.1002 ESB2 wRAID5  
Copyright(C) 2003-05 Intel Corporation. All Rights Reserved.  
[ CREATE ARRAY MENU ]  
Name: Volume1  
RAID Level: RAID10(RAID0+1)  
Disks: Select Disks  
Strip Size: 128KB  
Capacity: 0.0  
GB  
Create Volume  
[ DISK/VOLUME INFORMATION ]  
Enter a string between 1 and 16 characters in length that can be used  
to uniquely identify the RAID volume. This name is case sensitive  
and cannot contain special characters.  
[ ]-Select  
↑↓  
[ESC]-Exit  
[ENTER]-Select Menu  
2.  
3.  
Enter a name for the RAID 10 set, then press <Enter>.  
Highlight RAID Level, press the up/down arrow key to select RAID 10  
(RAID0+1), then press <Enter>.  
4.  
Follow steps 4 to 9 of section 5.3.1 Creating a RAID 0 set (striped) to create  
the RAID 10 set.  
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5.3.4  
Creating a RAID 5 set (Parity)  
To create a RAID 5 set:  
1.  
From the utility main menu, select 1. Create RAID Volume, then press  
<Enter>. This screen appears.  
Intel(R) Matrix Storage Manager Option ROM v5.6.2.1002 ESB2 wRAID5  
Copyright(C) 2003-05 Intel Corporation. All Rights Reserved.  
[ CREATE ARRAY MENU ]  
Name: Volume1  
RAID Level: RAID5(Parity)  
Disks: Select Disks  
Strip Size: 128KB  
Capacity: 0.0  
GB  
Create Volume  
[ DISK/VOLUME INFORMATION ]  
Enter a string between 1 and 16 characters in length that can be used  
to uniquely identify the RAID volume. This name is case sensitive  
and cannot contain special characters.  
[ ]-Select  
↑↓  
[ESC]-Exit  
[ENTER]-Select Menu  
2.  
3.  
Enter a name for the RAID 10 set, then press <Enter>.  
Highlight RAID Level, press the up/down arrow key to select RAID5, then  
press <Enter>.  
4.  
Follow steps 4 to 9 of section 5.3.1 Creating a RAID 0 set (striped) to create  
the RAID 5 set.  
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5.3.5  
Deleting a RAID set  
Take caution when deleting a RAID set. You will lose all data on the hard disk  
drives when you delete a RAID set.  
To delete a RAID set:  
1.  
From the utility main menu, select 2. Delete RAID Volume, then press  
<Enter> to display this screen.  
Intel(R) Matrix Storage Manager Option ROM v5.6.2.1002 ESB2 wRAID5  
Copyright(C) 2003-05 Intel Corporation. All Rights Reserved.  
[ DELETE VOLUME MENU ]  
Name  
Level  
Drives  
Capacity Status  
Bootable  
Yes  
Volume0  
RAIDX(xxxxx)  
X
XXX.XGB Normal  
[ HELP ]  
Deleting a volume will destroy the volume data on the drive(s) and  
cause any member disks to become available as non-RAID disks.  
WARNING: EXISTING DATA WITHIN THIS VOLUME WILL BE LOST AND  
NON-RECOVERABLE.  
[ ]-Select  
↑↓  
[<ESC>]-Previous Menu  
[<Del>]-Delete Volume  
2.  
Use the up/down arrow key to select the RAID set you want to delete, then  
press <Del>. This window appears.  
[ DELETE VOLUME VERIFICATION ]  
ALL DATA IN THE VOLUME WILL BE LOST!  
Are you sure you want to delete volume “VolumeX”? (Y/N):  
3.  
Press <Y> to delete the RAID set and return to the utility main menu;  
otherwise, press <N> to return to the Delete Volume menu.  
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5.3.6  
Resetting disks to Non-RAID  
Take caution before you reset a RAID volume hard disk drive to non-RAID.  
Resetting a RAID volume hard disk drive deletes all internal RAID structure on  
the drive.  
To reset a RAID set hard disk drive:  
1.  
From the utility main menu, select 3. Reset Disks to Non-RAID, then press  
<Enter> to display this screen.  
[ RESET RAID DATA ]  
Resetting RAID data will remove internal RAID structures  
from the selected RAID disks. By removing these structures,  
the drive will revert back to a non-RAID disk.  
WARNING: Resetting a disk causes all data on the disk to  
be lost.  
Port Drive Model  
Serial #  
Size  
Status  
0
1
XXXXXXXXXXXX  
XXXXXXXXXXXX  
XXXXXXXX  
XXXXXXXX  
XX.XGB Member Disk  
XX.XGB Member Disk  
Select the disks that should be reset.  
[
↑↓  
]-Previous/Next [SPACE]-Selects [ENTER]-Selection Complete  
2.  
Use the up/down arrow key to highlight the RAID set drive you want to reset,  
then press <Spacebar> to select.  
3.  
4.  
5.  
Press <Enter> to reset the RAID set drive. A confirmation message appears.  
Press <Y> to reset the drive or press <N> to return to the utility main menu.  
Follow steps 2 to 4 to select and reset other RAID set drives.  
5.3.7  
Exiting the Intel® Matrix Storage Manager  
To exit the utility:  
1.  
From the utility main menu, select 4. Exit, then press <Enter>.  
This window appears.  
[ CONFIRM EXIT ]  
Are you sure you want to exit? (Y/N):  
2.  
Press <Y> to exit or press <N> to return to the utility main menu.  
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5.4  
Global Array Manager  
You may also create a RAID set(s) in Windows® operating environment using the  
Global Array Manager (GAM) application. The GAM application is available from  
the motherboard support CD.  
Refer to the GAM user guide in the motherboard support CD for details.  
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5.5  
LSI Logic MPT Setup Utility  
(DSEB-D16/SAS model only)  
The LSI Logic MPT Setup Utility is an integrated RAID solution that allows you to  
allows you to create the following RAID set(s) from SAS hard disk drives supported  
by the LSI1068 PCI-X SAS controller:  
RAID 1 (Integrated Mirroring)  
RAID 1E (Integrated Mirroring Enhanced)  
RAID 0 (Integrated Striping)  
5.5.1  
Integrated Mirroring  
Overview  
The Integrated Mirroring (IM) feature supports simultaneous mirrored volumes with  
two disks (IM). Integrated Mirroring Enhanced (IME) supports three to eight disks,  
or seven mirrored disks plus a hot spare disk.  
The IM feature supports hot swap capability, so when a disk in an IM volume  
failes, you can easily restore the volume, and the swapped disk is automatically re-  
mirrored.  
Creating Integrated Mirroring volumes  
You may use disks of different sized in IM and IME volumes; however, the  
size of the smallest disk determines the “logical” size of each member disk.  
DO NOT combine Serial ATA and SAS disk drives in one volume.  
The RAID setup screens shown in this section are for reference only and  
may not exactly match the items on your screen due to the controller  
version difference.  
To create an IM volume:  
1.  
Turn on the system after installing all SAS hard disk drives.  
2.  
During POST, press <Ctrl+C> to enter the SAS configuration utility.  
LSI Logic Corp. MPT SAS BIOS  
MPTBIOS-6.18.00.00 (2007.08.07)  
Copyright 2000-2007 LSI Logic Corp.  
Press Ctrl-C to start LSI Logic Configuration Utility...  
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3.  
The following screen appears. Select a channel and press <Enter> to enter  
the setup.  
LSI Logic Config Utility  
v6.16.00.00 (2007.05.07)  
Adapter List Global Properties  
Adapter  
PCI  
BUS  
05  
PCI  
Dev  
03  
PCI  
Fnc  
00  
PCI  
Slot  
00  
FW Revision  
Status  
Disabled  
Boot  
Order  
0
SAS1068  
1.15.00.00-IR  
Esc = Exit Menu  
Alt+N = Global Properties -/+ = Alter Boot Order  
F1/Shift+1 = Help  
Ins/Del = Alter Boot List  
The numbers of the channel depend on the controller.  
4.  
The Adapter Properties screen appears.  
Use the arrow keys to select RAID Properties, then press <Enter>.  
LSI Logic Config Utility  
v6.18.00.00 (2007.08.07)  
Adapter Properties -- SAS1068  
Adapter  
PCI Slot  
SAS1068  
00  
PCI Address(Bus/Dev/Func)  
MPT Firmware Revision  
SAS Address  
NVIDIA Version  
Status  
05.03.00  
1.15.00.00.IR  
500E0180:60831008  
25.02  
Disabled  
Boot Order  
Boot Support  
0
(Enabled BIOS & OS)  
RAID Properties  
SAS Topology  
Advanced Adapter Properties  
Esc = Exit Menu  
F1/Shift+1 = Help  
Enter = Select Item -/+ = Change Item  
5.  
The Select New Array Type screen apprears.  
Use the arrow keys to select Create IM Volume, then press <Enter>.  
LSI Logic Config Utility  
v6.18.00.00 (2007.08.07)  
Select New Array Type -- SAS1068  
Create IM Volume  
Create IME Volume  
Create Integrated Mirror Array of 2  
disks plus an optional hot spare. Data  
on the primary disk may be migrated.  
Create Integrated Mirrored Enhanced  
Array of 3 to 8 disks including an  
optional hot spare.  
ALL DATA on array disks will be DELETED!  
Create IS Volume  
Esc = Exit Menu  
Create Integrated Striping array of  
2 to 8 disks.  
ALL DATA on array disks will be DELETED!  
F1/Shift+1 = Help  
Enter = Choose array type to create  
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6.  
The Create New Array screen shows the disks you can add to make up  
the IM volume. Use the arrow key to select a disk, then move the cursor to  
the RAID Disk column. To include this disk in the array, press <+>, <->, or  
<Space>.  
You may also specify the Hot Spare disk here. Select the disk, then move the  
cursor to the Hot Spr column, then press <+>, <->, or <Space>.  
LSI Logic Config Utility  
v6.18.00.00 (2007.08.07)  
Create New Array -- SAS1068  
Array Type:  
Array Size(MB):  
IM  
------  
Slot  
Num  
0
1
2
Device Identifier  
RAID  
Disk  
[NO]  
[NO]  
[NO]  
[NO]  
Hot  
Spr  
[NO]  
[NO]  
[NO]  
[NO]  
Drive  
Status  
------- ----  
------- ----  
------- ----  
------- ----  
Pred  
Fail  
Size  
(MB)  
70007  
70007  
35003  
35003  
SEAGATE ST373454SS  
SEAGATE ST373454SS  
SEAGATE ST373454SS  
SEAGATE ST373454SS  
0003  
0003  
0003  
0003  
3
Esc = Exit Menu  
SPACE/+/- = Select disk for array or hot spare  
F1/Shift+1 = Help  
C = Create array  
By default, the RAID Disk field shows No before array creation. This field is  
grayed out under the following conditions:  
The disk does not meet the minimum requirements for use in a RAID array.  
The disk is not large enough to mirror existing data on the primary drive.  
The disk has been selected as the Hot Spare for the RAID array.  
The disk is already part of another array.  
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7.  
A confirmation screen appears.  
Press <M> to keep existing data on the first disk. If you choose this option,  
data on the first disk will be mirrored on the second disk that you will add to  
the volume later. Make sure the data you want to mirror is on the first disk.  
Press <D> to overwrite any data and create the new IM array.  
LSI Logic Config Utility  
v6.18.00.00 (2007.08.07)  
Create New Array Type -- SAS1068  
M
D
- Keep existing data, migrate to an IM array.  
Synchronization of disk will occur.  
- Overwrite existing data, create a new IM array.  
ALL DATA on ALL disk in the array will be DELETED!!  
No Synchronization performed.  
Esc = Exit Menu  
Space/+/- = Select disk for array or hot spare  
F1/Shift+1 = Help  
C = Create array  
8.  
9.  
Repeat steps 5 and 6 to add the second disk to the volume.  
When done, press <C> to create the array, then select Save changes then  
exit this menu.  
Create and save new array?  
Cancel Exit  
Save changes then exit this menu  
Discard changes then exit this menu  
Exit the Configuration Utility and Reboot  
10. The utility creates the array.  
LSI Logic Config Utility  
v6.18.00.00 (2007.08.07)  
Processing...may take up 1 minute  
Creating RAID array  
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5.5.2  
Integrated Mirroring Enhanced  
To create an IME volume:  
1.  
The Adapter Properties screen appears.  
Use the arrow keys to select RAID Properties, then press <Enter>.  
LSI Logic Config Utility  
v6.18.00.00 (2007.08.07)  
Adapter Properties -- SAS1068  
Adapter  
PCI Slot  
SAS1068  
00  
PCI Address(Bus/Dev/Func)  
MPT Firmware Revision  
SAS Address  
NVIDIA Version  
Status  
05.03.00  
1.15.00.00-IR  
500E0180:60831008  
25.02  
Disabled  
Boot Order  
Boot Support  
0
(Enabled BIOS & OS)  
RAID Properties  
SAS Topology  
Advanced Adapter Properties  
Esc = Exit Menu  
F1/Shift+1 = Help  
Enter = Select Item -/+ = Change Item  
2.  
The Select New Array Type screen apprears.  
Use the arrow keys to select Create IME Volume, then press <Enter>.  
LSI Logic Config Utility  
v6.18.00.00 (2007.08.07)  
Select New Array Type -- SAS1068  
Create IM Volume  
Create IME Volume  
Create Integrated Mirror Array of 2  
disks plus an optional hot spare. Data  
on the primary disk may be migrated.  
Create Integrated Mirrored Enhanced  
Array of 3 to 8 disks including an  
optional hot spare.  
ALL Data on array disks will be deleted!  
Create IS Volume  
Esc = Exit Menu  
Create Integrated Striping array of  
2 to 8 disks.  
ALL Data on array disks will be deleted!  
F1/Shift+1 = Help  
Enter = Choose array type to create  
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3.  
The Create New Array screen shows the disks you can add to make up the  
IME volume.  
Integrated Mirroring Enhanced (IME) supports three to eight disks, or seven  
mirrored disks plus a hot spare disk. Use the arrow key to select a disk, then  
move the cursor to the RAID Disk column. To include this disk in the array,  
press <+>, <->, or <Space>.  
You may also specify the Hot Spare disk here. Select the disk, then move the  
cursor to the Hot Spr column, then press <+>, <->, or <Space>.  
LSI Logic Config Utility  
v6.18.00.00 (2007.08.07)  
Create New Array -- SAS1068  
Array Type:  
Array Size(MB):  
IME  
51498  
Slot  
Num  
0
1
2
Device Identifier  
RAID  
Disk  
[Yes] [NO]  
[NO] [NO]  
[Yes] [NO]  
[Yes] [NO]  
Hot  
Spr  
Drive  
Status  
------- ----  
------- ----  
------- ----  
------- ----  
Pred  
Fail  
Size  
(MB)  
70007  
70007  
35003  
35003  
SEAGATE ST373454SS  
SEAGATE ST373454SS  
SEAGATE ST373454SS  
SEAGATE ST373454SS  
0003  
0003  
0003  
0003  
3
Esc = Exit Menu  
SPACE/+/- = Select disk for array or hot spare  
F1/Shift+1 = Help  
C = Create array  
By default, the RAID Disk field shows No before array creation. This field is  
grayed out under the following conditions:  
The disk does not meet the minimum requirements for use in a RAID array.  
The disk is not large enough to mirror existing data on the primary drive.  
The disk has been selected as the Hot Spare for the RAID array.  
The disk is already part of another array.  
4.  
5.  
Repeat step 5 to add the other disks to the volume.  
When done, press <C> to create the array, then select Save changes then  
exit this menu.  
Create and save new array?  
Cancel Exit  
Save changes then exit this menu  
Discard changes then exit this menu  
Exit the Configuration Utility and Reboot  
6.  
The utility creates the array.  
LSI Logic Config Utility  
v6.18.00.00 (2007.08.07)  
Processing...may take up 1 minute  
Creating RAID array  
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5.5.3  
Integrated Striping (IS) volume  
Overview  
The Integrated Striping (IS) feature provides RAID 0 functionality, supporting  
volumes with two to eight disks. You may combine an IS volume with an IM or IME  
volume.  
Creating Integrated Striping volumes  
DO NOT combine Serial ATA and SAS disk drives in one volume.  
To create an IS volume:  
1.  
Turn on the system after installing all SAS hard disk drives.  
2.  
During POST, press <Ctrl+C> to enter the SAS configuration utility.  
LSI Logic Corp. MPT SAS BIOS  
MPTBIOS-6.16.00.00 (2007.05.07)  
Copyright 2000-2007 LSI Logic Corp.  
Adapter(s) disabled by user  
Press Ctrl-C to start LSI Logic Configuration Utility...  
3.  
The Adapter Properties screen appears.  
Use the arrow keys to select RAID Properties, then press <Enter>.  
LSI Logic Config Utility  
v6.18.00.00 (2007.08.07)  
Adapter Properties -- SAS1068  
Adapter  
PCI Slot  
SAS1068  
00  
PCI Address(Bus/Dev/Func)  
MPT Firmware Revision  
SAS Address  
NVIDIA Version  
Status  
05.03.00  
1.15.00.00-IR  
500E0180:60831008  
25.02  
Disabled  
Boot Order  
Boot Support  
0
(Enabled BIOS & OS)  
RAID Properties  
SAS Topology  
Advanced Adapter Properties  
Esc = Exit Menu  
F1/Shift+1 = Help  
Enter = Select Item -/+ = Change Item  
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4.  
The Select New Array Type screen apprears.  
Use the arrow keys to select Create IS Volume, then press <Enter>.  
LSI Logic Config Utility  
v6.18.00.00 (2007.08.07)  
Select New Array Type -- SAS1068  
Create IM Volume  
Create IME Volume  
Create Integrated Mirror Array of 2  
disks plus an optional hot spare. Data  
on the primary disk may be migrated.  
Create Integrated Mirrored Enhanced  
Array of 3 to 8 disks including an  
optional hot spare.  
ALL DATA on array disks will be DELETED!  
Create IS Volume  
Esc = Exit Menu  
Create Integrated Striping array of  
2 to 8 disks.  
ALL DATA on array disks will be DELETED!  
F1/Shift+1 = Help  
Enter = Choose array type to create  
5.  
The Create New Array screen shows the disks you can add to make up  
the IS volume. Use the arrow key to select a disk, then move the cursor to  
the RAID Disk column. To include this disk in the array, press <+>, <->, or  
<Space>.  
LSI Logic Config Utility  
v6.18.00.00 (2007.08.07)  
Create New Array -- SAS1068  
Array Type:  
Array Size(MB):  
IS  
102996  
Slot  
Num  
0
1
2
Device Identifier  
RAID  
Disk  
[Yes] [NO]  
[NO] [NO]  
[Yes] [NO]  
[Yes] [NO]  
Hot  
Spr  
Drive  
Status  
------- ----  
------- ----  
------- ----  
------- ----  
Pred  
Fail  
Size  
(MB)  
70007  
70007  
35003  
35003  
SEAGATE ST373454SS  
SEAGATE ST373454SS  
SEAGATE ST373454SS  
SEAGATE ST373454SS  
0003  
0003  
0003  
0003  
3
Esc = Exit Menu  
SPACE/+/- = Select disk for array or hot spare  
F1/Shift+1 = Help  
C = Create array  
By default, the RAID Disk field shows No before array creation. This field is  
grayed out under the following conditions:  
The disk does not meet the minimum requirements for use in a RAID array.  
The disk is not large enough to mirror existing data on the primary drive.  
The disk has been selected as the Hot Spare for the RAID array.  
The disk is already part of another array.  
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6.  
7.  
Repeat step 5 to add the other disks to the volume.  
When done, press <C> to create the array, then select Save changes then  
exit this menu.  
Create and save new array?  
Cancel Exit  
Save changes then exit this menu  
Discard changes then exit this menu  
Exit the Configuration Utility and Reboot  
9.  
The utility creates the array.  
LSI Logic Config Utility  
v6.18.00.00 (2007.08.07)  
Processing...may take up 1 minute  
Creating RAID array  
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5.5.4  
Managing Arrays  
The LSI Logic MPT Setup Utility allows you to perform other tasks related to  
configuring and maintaining IM and IME volumes.  
Refer to this section to view volume properties, manage the hot spare disk,  
synchronize the array, activate the array, and delete the array.  
Viewing volume properties  
To view volume properties:  
1.  
On the main menu, select RAID Properties.  
LSI Logic Config Utility  
v6.18.00.00 (2007.08.07)  
Adapter Properties -- SAS1068  
Adapter  
PCI Slot  
SAS1068  
00  
PCI Address(Bus/Dev/Func)  
MPT Firmware Revision  
SAS Address  
NVIDIA Version  
Status  
05.03.00  
1.15.00.00-IR  
500E0180:60831008  
25.02  
Disabled  
Boot Order  
Boot Support  
0
(Enabled BIOS & OS)  
RAID Properties  
SAS Topology  
Advanced Adapter Properties  
Esc = Exit Menu  
F1/Shift+1 = Help  
Enter = Select Item -/+ = Change Item  
2.  
On the next screen that appears, select View Existing Array.  
LSI Logic Config Utility  
v6.18.00.00 (2007.08.07)  
Select New Array Type -- SAS1068  
View Existing Array  
View the existing configuration.  
Create IM Volume  
Create Integrated Mirror Array of 2  
disks plus an optional hot spare. Data  
on the primary disk may be migrated.  
Create IME Volume  
Create IS Volume  
Create Integrated Mirrored Enhanced  
Array of 3 to 8 disks including an  
optional hot spare.  
ALL DATA on array disks will be DELETED!  
Create Integrated Striping array of  
2 to 8 disks.  
ALL DATA on array disks will be DELETED!  
Esc = Exit Menu  
F1/Shift+1 = Help  
Enter = Choose array type to create  
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3.  
The View Existing Array screen appears. Here you can view properties of  
the RAID array(s) created. If you have configured a hot spare, it will also be  
listed. if you created more than one array, you may view the next array by  
pressing <Alt+N>.  
LSI Logic Config Utility  
View Array -- SAS1068  
Array  
v6.18.00.00 (2007.08.07)  
1 of 1  
Identifier  
LSILOGICLogical Volume 3000  
Type  
Scan Order  
Size(MB)  
IME  
0
51498  
Optimal  
Status  
Manage Array  
Slot  
Num  
0
2
3
Device Identifier  
RAID  
Disk  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
Hot  
Spr  
NO  
NO  
NO  
Drive  
Status  
Ok  
Ok  
Ok  
Pred  
Fail  
No  
No  
No  
Size  
(MB)  
34331  
34331  
34331  
SEAGATE ST373454SS  
SEAGATE ST373454SS  
SEAGATE ST373454SS  
0003  
0003  
0003  
Esc = Exit Menu  
Enter=Select Item  
F1/Shift+1 = Help  
Alt+N=Next Array C = Create an array  
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Managing hot spares  
You may configure one disk as a global hot spare to protect critical data on the IM/  
IME volume(s). You may create the hot spare disk at the same time you create the  
IM/IME volume. Refer to this section when adding a hot spare disk on an existing  
volume.  
If a disk on an IM/IME volume fails, the utility automatically rebuilds the failed  
disk data on the hot spare. When the failed disk is replaced, the utility assigns  
the replacement as the new hot spare.  
To create a hot spare:  
1.  
Follow steps 1 ~ 3 of the section Viewing volume properties.  
2.  
From the View Array screen, select Manage Array, then press <Enter>.  
LSI Logic Config Utility  
View Array -- SAS1068  
Array  
v6.18.00.00 (2007.08.07)  
1 of 1  
Identifier  
LSILOGICLogical Volume 3000  
Type  
Scan Order  
Size(MB)  
IME  
0
51498  
Optimal  
Status  
Manage Array  
Slot  
Num  
0
2
3
Device Identifier  
RAID  
Disk  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
Hot  
Spr  
NO  
NO  
NO  
Drive  
Status  
Ok  
Ok  
Ok  
Pred  
Fail  
No  
No  
No  
Size  
(MB)  
34331  
34331  
34331  
SEAGATE ST373454SS  
SEAGATE ST373454SS  
SEAGATE ST373454SS  
0003  
0003  
0003  
Esc = Exit Menu  
Enter=Select Item  
F1/Shift+1 = Help  
Alt+N=Next Array C = Create an array  
3.  
From the Manage Array screen select Manage Hot Spare, then press  
<Enter>.  
LSI Logic Config Utility  
Manage Array -- SAS1068  
Identifier  
v6.18.00.00 (2007.08.07)  
LSILOGICLogical Volume 3000  
Type  
IME  
Scan Order  
Size(MB)  
Status  
0
51498  
Optimal  
Manage Hot Spare  
Synnchronize Array  
Activate Array  
Delete Array  
Esc = Exit Menu  
F1/Shift+1 = Help  
Enter = Select Item  
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4.  
Use the arrow key to select the disk you would like to configure as hot spare,  
then move the cursor to the Hot Spr column. Press <+>, <->, or <Space>.  
The Drive Status column field now shows Hot Spare.  
Press <C> to commit the changes.  
LSI Logic Config Utility  
v6.18.00.00 (2007.08.07)  
Manage Hot Spare -- SAS1068  
Identifier  
Type  
Scan Order  
Size(MB)  
Status  
LSILOGICLogical Volume 3000  
IME  
0
51498  
Optimal  
Slot  
Num  
0
1
2
Device Identifier  
Hot  
Spr  
Drive  
Status  
Ok  
Ok  
Ok  
Pred  
Fail  
No  
No  
No  
No  
--  
Size  
(MB)  
34331  
34331  
34331  
35003  
-----  
SEAGATE ST373454SS  
SEAGATE ST373454SS  
SEAGATE ST373454SS  
SEAGATE ST373454SS  
0003  
0003  
0003  
0003  
[NO]  
[NO]  
[NO]  
[Yes] Hot Spare  
[----] ---------  
3
Esc = Exit Menu  
SPACE/+/- = Change Item  
F1/Shift+1 = Help  
C = Commit Changes  
Synchronizing the array  
Synchronizing the array allows the utility to resynchronize data on the mirrored disk  
in the array. This procedure is seldom required because data synchronization is  
automatically done during normal operation.  
To synchronize the array:  
1.  
Follow steps 1 ~ 3 of the section Viewing volume properties and step 2 of  
the section Managing hot spares.  
2.  
From the Manage Array screen select Synchronize Array, then press  
<Enter>.  
LSI Logic Config Utility  
Manage Array -- SAS1068  
Identifier  
v6.18.00.00 (2007.08.07)  
LSILOGICLogical Volume 3000  
Type  
IME  
Scan Order  
Size(MB)  
Status  
0
51498  
Optimal  
Manage Hot Spare  
Synnchronize Array  
Activate Array  
Delete Array  
Esc = Exit Menu  
F1/Shift+1 = Help  
Enter = Select Item  
3.  
Press <Y> to begin the synchronization, or <N> to cancel.  
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Activating an array  
If an array is removed from one controller/computer or moved to another, the  
array is considered inactive. When you add the array back to the system, you may  
reactivate the array.  
To activate the array:  
1.  
From the Manage Array screen, select Activate Array, then press <Enter>.  
LSI Logic Config Utility  
Manage Array -- SAS1068  
v6.18.00.00 (2007.08.07)  
Identifier  
Type  
Scan Order  
Size(MB)  
Status  
LSILOGICLogical Volume 3000  
IME  
0
51498  
Optimal  
Manage Hot Spare  
Synnchronize Array  
Activate Array  
Delete Array  
Esc = Exit Menu  
F1/Shift+1 = Help  
Enter = Select Item  
2.  
Press <Y> to activate, or <N> to cancel.  
Deleting an array  
You cannot recover lost data if you delete an array. Make sure you back up  
important data before deleting an array.  
If you delete an IM (RAID 1) volume, the data is preserved on the primary  
disk.  
To delete an array:  
1. From the Manage Array screen, select Delete Array, then press <Enter>.  
LSI Logic Config Utility  
Manage Array -- SAS1068  
v6.18.00.00 (2007.08.07)  
Identifier  
Type  
Scan Order  
Size(MB)  
Status  
LSILOGICLogical Volume 3000  
IM  
0
34332  
Optimal  
Manage Hot Spare  
Synnchronize Array  
Activate Array  
Delete Array  
Esc = Exit Menu  
F1/Shift+1 = Help  
Enter = Select Item  
2.  
Press <Y> to delete, or <N> to cancel.  
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5.5.5  
Viewing SAS topology  
1.  
From the Adapter Properties screen, select SAS Topology.  
LSI Logic Config Utility  
v6.18.00.00 (2007.08.07)  
Adapter Properties -- SAS1068  
Adapter  
PCI Slot  
SAS1068  
00  
PCI Address(Bus/Dev/Func)  
MPT Firmware Revision  
SAS Address  
NVIDIA Version  
Status  
05.03.00  
1.15.00.00-IR  
500E0180:60831008  
25.02  
Disabled  
Boot Order  
Boot Support  
0
(Enabled BIOS & OS)  
RAID Properties  
SAS Topology  
Advanced Adapter Properties  
Esc = Exit Menu  
F1/Shift+1 = Help  
Enter = Select Item -/+ = Change Item  
Press <Alt+D> to display device properties, or <Alt+M> to display more keys.  
More keys for the SAS Topology display:  
C = Clear Device Mappings for Non-Present Devices  
R = Refresh SAS Topology  
Enter = On a SAS Enclosure or Expander - Expand or Collapse Item  
Enter = On a Disk Drive - Turn on the Locate LED (next key press  
turns off)  
2.  
Information about the volume and its member-disks are then displayed.  
LSI Logic Config Utility  
SAS Topology -- SAS1068  
v6.18.00.00 (2007.08.07)  
Device Identifier  
Device  
Info  
SAS1068105:03:001  
Enclosure  
Bay 0  
Bay 1  
Bay 2  
Bay 3  
Direct Attach Devices  
Controller  
SAS  
SAS  
SAS  
SAS  
RAID Physical Disk  
SEAGATE ST373454SS  
RAID Physical Disk  
RAID Physical Disk  
0003  
IS VOL  
LSILOGICLogical Volume 3000  
Esc=Exit  
Alt+D=Device Properties  
F1=Help  
Alt+N=More Keys  
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Selecting a boot disk  
You can select a boot disk in the SAS Topology screen. This disk is then moved  
to scan ID 0 on the next boot, and remains at this position. This makes it easier to  
set BIOS boot device options and to keep the boot device constant during device  
additions and removals. There can be only one boot disk.  
Follow these steps to select a boot disk:  
1.  
2.  
In the SAS BIOS CU, select an adapter from the Adapter List.  
Select the SAS Topology option.  
The current topology is displayed. If the selection of a boot device is  
supported, the bottom of the screen lists the Alt+B option. This is the key  
for toggling the boot device. If a device is currently configured as the boot  
device, the Device Info column on the SAS Topology screen will show the  
word Boot.  
3.  
4.  
To select a boot disk, move the cursor to the disk and press Alt+B.  
To remove the boot designator, move the cursor to the disk and press Alt+B.  
This controller will no longer have a disk designated as boot.  
5.  
To change the boot disk, move the cursor to the new boot disk and press  
Alt+B. The boot designator will move to this disk.  
The firmware must be configured correctly in order for the Alt+B feature to work.  
LSI Logic Config Utility  
v6.18.00.00 (2007.08.07)  
Adapter List Global Properties  
Adapter  
PCI  
BUS  
05  
PCI  
Dev  
03  
PCI  
Fnc  
00  
PCI  
Slot  
00  
FW Revision  
Status  
Disabled  
Boot  
Order  
0
SAS1068  
1.15.00.00-IR  
Esc = Exit Menu  
Alt+N = Global Properties -/+ = Alter Boot Order  
F1/Shift+1 = Help  
Ins/Del = Alter Boot List  
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5.5.6  
Global Properties  
From the Setup Utility screen, press <Alt+N> to enter LSI Logic Configuration,  
then select Global Properties. The Global Properties menu allows you to change  
related settings.  
LSI Logic Config Utility  
v6.18.00.00 (2007.08.07)  
Adapter List Global Properties  
Adapter  
PCI  
BUS  
05  
PCI  
Dev  
03  
PCI  
Fnc  
00  
PCI  
Slot  
00  
FW Revision  
Status  
Disabled  
Boot  
Order  
0
SAS1068  
1.15.00.00-IR  
Esc = Exit Menu  
Alt+N = Global Properties -/+ = Alter Boot Order  
F1/Shift+1 = Help  
Ins/Del = Alter Boot List  
Pause When Boot Alert Displayed  
Sets whether to pause or not when the boot alert displays.  
Configuration options: [Yes] [No]  
LSI Logic Config Utility  
v6.18.00.00 (2007.08.07)  
Adapter List Global Properties  
Pause When Boot Alert Displayed  
Boot Information Display Mode  
Support Interrupt  
[No]  
[Display adapters & installed devices]  
[Hook interrupt, the Default]  
Restore Defaults  
Esc = Exit Menu  
F1/Shift+1 = Help  
Alt+N = Adapter List -/+ = Change Item  
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Boot Information Display Mode  
Sets the disk information display mode.  
Configuration options: [Display adapters & installed devices]  
[Display minimal information] [Display adapters and all devices]  
[Display adapters only]  
LSI Logic Config Utility  
v6.18.00.00 (2007.08.07)  
Adapter List Global Properties  
Pause When Boot Alert Displayed  
Boot Information Display Mode  
Support Interrupt  
[No]  
[Display adapters & installed devices]  
[Hook interrupt, the Default]  
Restore Defaults  
Esc = Exit Menu  
F1/Shift+1 = Help  
Alt+N = Adapter List -/+ = Change Item  
Support Interrupt  
Configuration options: [Hook interrupt, the Default] [Bypass interrupt hook]  
LSI Logic Config Utility  
v6.18.00.00 (2007.08.07)  
Adapter List Global Properties  
Pause When Boot Alert Displayed  
Boot Information Display Mode  
Support Interrupt  
[No]  
[Display adapters & installed devices]  
[Hook interrupt, the Default]  
Restore Defaults  
Esc = Exit Menu  
F1/Shift+1 = Help  
Alt+N = Adapter List -/+ = Change Item  
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Restore Defaults  
This option allows you to discard the selections you made and restore the system  
defaults.  
LSI Logic Config Utility  
v6.18.00.00 (2007.08.07)  
Adapter List Global Properties  
Pause When Boot Alert Displayed  
Boot Information Display Mode  
Support Interrupt  
[No]  
[Display adapters & installed devices]  
[Hook interrupt, the Default]  
Restore Defaults  
Esc = Exit Menu  
F1/Shift+1 = Help  
Alt+N = Adapter List -/+ = Change Item  
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This chapter provides instructions for  
installing the necessary drivers for  
different system components.  
Driver  
6
installation  
 
Chapter summary  
6
6.1  
6.2  
6.3  
6.4  
6.5  
RAID driver installation ............................................................... 6-1  
Intel chipset software installation ............................................ 6-13  
LAN driver installation............................................................... 6-16  
VGA driver installation............................................................... 6-22  
Management application and utilities installation .................. 6-24  
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6.1  
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.  
6.1.1  
Creating a RAID driver disk  
You may have to use another system to create the RAID driver disk from the  
system/motherboard support CD or from the Internet.  
A floppy disk with the RAID driver is required when installing Windows® 2000/2003  
or Red Hat® Enterprise operating system on a hard disk drive that is included  
in a RAID set. You can create a RAID driver disk in DOS (using the Makedisk  
application in the support CD).  
To create a RAID driver disk in DOS environment:  
1.  
2.  
3.  
Place the motherboard support CD in the optical drive.  
Restart the computer, then enter the BIOS Setup.  
Select the optical drive as the first boot priority to boot from the support CD.  
Save your changes, then exit the BIOS Setup.  
4.  
5.  
Restart the computer.  
Press any key when prompted to boot from CD.  
Loading FreeDOS FAT KERNEL GO!  
Press any key to boot from CDROM...  
The Makedisk menu appears.  
Create Driver Diskette Menu  
INTEL 6321 MATRIX STORAGE MANAGER Driver  
INTEL 6321 LSI MegaRAID Driver  
LSI 1068 B1 SAS Driver  
ESB2 ASF Firmware update  
FreeDOS command prompt  
6.  
Use the arrow keys to select the type of RAID driver disk you want to ceate  
and press <Enter> to enter the sub-menu.  
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INTEL 6321 MATRIX STORAGE MANAGER Driver  
INTEL 6321 MATRIX STORAGE MANAGER Driver  
Windows 32 bit(Also support AHCI)  
Windows 64 bit(Also support AHCI)  
Back  
Exit  
INTEL 6321 LSI MegaRAID Driver  
INTEL 6321 LSI MegaRAID Driver  
Windows 2000 Server  
Windows Server 2003 32 bit  
Windows Server 2003 64 bit  
RHEL3 UP8 32/64 bit  
RHEL4 UP5 32/64 bit  
RHEL 5 32/64 bit  
SLES 9.0 SP3 32 bit  
SLES 9.0 SP3 64 bit  
SLES 10 SP1 32 bit  
SLES 10 SP1 64 bit  
Back  
Exit  
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LSI 1068 B1 SAS Driver  
LSI 1068 B1 SAS Driver  
Windows 2000 Server  
Windows Server 2003 32 bit  
Windows Server 2003 64 bit  
RHEL AS3 UP8 32 bit  
RHEL AS3 UP8 64 bit  
RHEL AS4 UP5 32 bit  
RHEL AS4 UP5 64 bit  
RHEL 5 32 bit  
RHEL 5 64 bit  
SLES 9.0 SP3 32 bit  
SLES 9.0 SP3 64 bit  
SLES 10 SP1 32 bit  
SLES 10 SP1 64 bit  
Back  
Exit  
7.  
Locate the RAID driver and place a blank, high-density floppy disk to the  
floppy disk drive.  
8.  
9.  
Press <Enter>.  
Follow screen instructions to create the driver disk.  
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To create a RAID driver disk in Windows® 2000/2003 Server environment:  
1.  
2.  
Restart the system from the hard disk drive, then place the system/  
motherboard support CD in the optical drive.  
Browse the contents of the support CD to locate the driver disk utility. The  
Windows 32-bit OS RAID driver disk for the Intel® Matrix Storage Manager is  
located in:  
\Drivers\6321 Matrix Storage Manager\F6 Install Floppy Create for  
32 and 64 bit Windows\F6flpy32.exe  
The Windows 2003 64-bit OS RAID driver disk for the Intel® Matrix Storage  
Manager is located in:  
\Drivers\6321 Matrix Storage Manager\F6 Install Floppy Create for  
32 and 64 bit Windows\F6flpy64.exe  
The Windows 2000 32-bit RAID driver disk for the LSI Logic Embedded SATA  
RAID is located in:  
\Drivers\6321 LSI MegaRAID\Driver\makedisk\win2k.exe or win2k.zip  
The Windows Server 2003 32-bit RAID driver disk for the LSI Logic Embedded  
SATA RAID is located in:  
\Drivers\6321 LSI MegaRAID\Driver\makedisk\win2k3_x86.exe or  
win2k3_x86.zip  
The Windows Server 2003 64-bit RAID driver disk for the LSI Logic Embedded  
SATA RAID is located in:  
\Drivers\6321 LSI MegaRAID\Driver\makedisk\win2k3_x64.exe or  
win2k3_x64.zip  
The Windows 2000 32-bit RAID driver disk for the LSI1068 SAS is located in:  
\Drivers\LSI 1068 B1\Driver\makedisk\2k.exe  
The Windows Server 2003 32-bit RAID driver disk for the LSI1068 SAS is  
located in:  
\Drivers\LSI 1068 B1\Driver\makedisk\2k3_32.exe  
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The Windows Server 2003 64-bit OS RAID driver disk for the LSI1068 SAS  
controller is located in:  
\Drivers\LSI 1068 B1\Driver\makedisk\2k3_64.exe  
3.  
4.  
5.  
Insert a formatted high-density floppy disk to the floppy disk drive.  
Follow screen instructions to complete the process.  
After creating a RAID driver disk, eject the floppy disk, then write-protect it to  
prevent computer virus infection.  
To create a RAID driver disk in Red Hat® Enterprise Linux server environment:  
1.  
2.  
Insert a blank formatted high-density floppy disk to the floppy disk drive.  
Decompress the file into the floppy disk from the following path in the support  
CD:  
For LSI Logic Embedded SATA RAID Driver:  
\Drivers\6321 LSI MegaRAID\Driver\makedisk  
For LSI1068 SAS RAID Driver:  
\Drivers\LSI 1068 B1\Driver\Makedisk  
For Marvell SATA RAID Driver:  
\Drivers\MARVELL 6145 SATA RAID\Driver\Linux  
3.  
Eject the floppy disk.  
For systems with other Lunix versions that are not listed in the Makedisk menu,  
explore the support CD and copy the driver file from the following path: For LSI  
Logic Embedded SATA RAID Driver:\Drivers\6321 LSI MegaRAID\ Driver\Linux\;  
For LSI1068 SAS RAID Driver:\Drivers\LSI 1068 B1\Drivers\Linux\; For Marvell  
SATA RAID Driver:\Drivers\MARVELL 6145 SATA RAID\Driver\Linux.  
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6.1.2  
Installing the RAID controller driver  
Windows® 2000/2003 Server OS  
When installing the LSI 1068 driver to your OS, make sure the driver you are  
installing supports your current installed OS. We STRONGLY RECOMMEND  
that you use the LSI 1068 SAS utility bundled in the support CD to create a  
driver disk. Refer to page 6-1 for more information.  
During Windows® 2000/2003 Server OS installation  
To install the RAID controller driver when installing Windows® 2000/2003  
Server OS:  
1.  
Boot the computer using the Windows® 2000/2003 Server installation CD.  
The Windows® 2000/2003 Setup starts.  
2.  
3.  
Press <F6> when the message “Press F6 if you need to install a third party  
SCSI or RAID driver...” appears at the bottom of the screen.  
When prompted, press <S> to specify an additional device.  
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4.  
Insert the RAID driver disk you created earlier to the floppy disk drive, then  
press <Enter>.  
5.  
Select the RAID controller driver from the list, then press <Enter>.  
LSI Logic Fusion-MPT SAS Driver (Server 2003 32-bit)  
LSI Logic Fusion-MPT Driver for SAS1064  
LSI Logic Fusion-MPT Driver for SAS1068  
LSI Logic Fusion-MPT Driver for SAS1064E  
LSI Logic Fusion-MPT Driver for SAS1068E  
Intel® 6321ESB Intel® MATRIX STORAGE driver:  
- If SATA RAID mode is to enabled, select Intel ESB2 SATA RAID Controller  
(Server ESB2).  
- If SATA AHCI mode is enabled, select Intel ESB2 SATA AHCI Controller  
(Server ESB2).  
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Intel® 6321ESB LSI Logic Embedded SATA RAID driver (DSEB-DG model  
only):  
- For Windows 2000 OS, select LSI MegaRAID Software RAID (Windows  
2000 SP4).  
- For Windows 2003 OS, select LSI MegaRAID Software RAID (Windows  
2003).  
LSI1068 PCI-X SAS controller driver (DSEB-DG/ SAS model only):  
- For Windows 2000, select LSI Logic Fusion-MPT Drivers for SAS1068 .  
- For 32bit Windows Server 2003, select LSI Logic Fusion-MPT SAS Driver  
(Server 2003 32-bit).  
6.  
7.  
The Windows® 2000/2003 Setup loads the RAID controller drivers from the  
RAID driver disk. When prompted, press <Enter> to continue installation.  
Setup then proceeds with the OS installation. Follow screen instructions to  
continue.  
To an existing Windows® 2000/2003 Server OS  
To install the RAID controller driver on an existing Windows® 2000/2003 Server OS:  
1.  
2.  
Restart the computer, then log in with Administrator privileges.  
Windows® automatically detects the RAID controller and displays a New  
Hardware Found window. Click Cancel.  
3.  
4.  
Right-click the My Computer icon on the Windows® desktop , then select  
Properties from the menu.  
Click the Hardware tab, then click the Device Manager button to display the  
list of devices installed in the system.  
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5.  
6.  
7.  
8.  
9.  
Right-click the RAID controller item, then select Properties.  
Click the Driver tab, then click the Update Driver button.  
The Upgrade Device Driver Wizard window appears. Click Next.  
Insert the RAID driver disk you created earlier to the floppy disk drive.  
Select the option Search for a suitable driver for my device  
(recommended), then click Next.  
10. The wizard searches the RAID controller drivers. When found, click Next to  
install the drivers.  
11. Click Finish after the driver  
installation is done.  
To verify the RAID controller driver installation:  
1.  
Right-click the My Computer icon on the Windows® desktop , then select  
Properties from the menu.  
2.  
3.  
Click the Hardware tab, then click the Device Manager button.  
Click the “+” sign before the item SCSI and RAID controllers, then the LSI  
Adapter, SAS 3000 series, 8-port with 1068-StorPort item should appear.  
The screen differs based on the controller.  
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4.  
5.  
6.  
Right-click the RAID controller driver item, then select Properties from the  
menu.  
Click the Driver tab, then click the Driver Details button to display the RAID  
controller drivers.  
Click OK when finished.  
Red Hat® Enterprise  
To install the Intel® 6321ESB LSI Logic Embedded SATA RAID controller driver  
when installing Red Hat® Enterprise OS:  
1.  
Boot the system from the Red Hat® Installation CD.  
boot:  
linux dd  
, then press <Enter>.  
2.  
At the  
, type  
When installing a Red Hat 2.4 kernel with a Driver Update Disk (DUD) to a disk  
drive attached to a LSI HBA, use the command below at the install prompt:  
linux dd updates.  
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3.  
Select Yes using the <Tab> key when asked if you have the driver disk. Press  
<Enter>  
4.  
Select fd0 using the <Tab> key when asked to select the driver disk source.  
Press <Tab> to move the cursor to OK, then press <Enter>.  
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5.  
When prompted, insert the Red Hat® Enterprise RAID driver disk to the floppy  
disk drive, select OK, then press <Enter>.  
The drivers for the RAID controller are installed to the system.  
Follow screen instructions to continue the OS installation.  
6.  
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6.2  
Intel chipset software installation  
This section provides instructions on how to install the Plug and Play components  
for the Intel® chipset on the system.  
You need to manually install the Intel® chipset software on a Windows 2000 /  
Server 2003 operating system. To install the Intel® chipset software:  
1.  
2.  
Restart the computer, then log on with Administrator privileges.  
Insert the motherboard/system support CD to the optical drive. The support  
CD automatically displays the Drivers menu if Autorun is enabled in your  
computer.  
3.  
Click the item Intel(R) Chipset Software Installation Utility from the menu.  
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4.  
The Intel(R) Chipset Software Installation Utility window appears. Follow  
the screen instructions to complete installation.  
5.  
Select Yes to accept the terms of the License Agreement and continue the  
process.  
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6.  
Read the Readme File Information and press Next to activate the  
installation.  
7.  
After completing the installation, click Finish to restart the computer.  
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6.3  
LAN driver installation  
This section provides the instructions on how to install Intel® Gigabit LAN controller  
drivers.  
6.3.1  
Windows 2000/Server 2003  
To install the Intel® Gigabit LAN controller driver on a Windows® 2000/ Server 2003  
OS:  
1.  
2.  
Restart the computer, and then log on with Administrator privileges.  
Insert the motherboard/system support CD to the optical drive. The CD  
automatically displays the Drivers menu if Autorun is enabled in your  
computer.  
Windows® automatically detects the LAN controllers and displays  
window. Click Cancel to close this window.  
If Autorun is NOT enabled in your computer, browse the contents of the  
support CD to locate the file AUTORUN.EXE from the  
\Drivers\Intel 82563EB folder. Double-click the AUTORUN.EXE and  
follow step 4 to run the installation.  
3.  
Click the Intel® PRO/1000 EB Network Connection option.  
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4.  
Click the Install Drivers option to begin installation.  
5.  
Click Next button when the Intel® PRO Network Connections –  
InstallShield Wizard window appears.  
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6.  
Select I accept the terms in the license agreement and then click the Next  
button.  
7.  
Press the Complete and click Next button to fully install the driver, Intel®  
PROSet for Windows Device Manager and Advanced Networking Services.  
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8.  
Follow the screen instructions to complete installation.  
9.  
When finished, press Finish to continue.  
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To verify the LAN controller driver installation:  
1.  
Right-click the My Computer icon on the Windows® desktop , then select  
Properties from the menu.  
2.  
3.  
Click the Hardware tab, then click the Device Manager button.  
Click the “+” sign before the item Network adapters, then Intel(R) PRO/1000  
EB Network Connection with I/O Acceleration item should appear.  
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6.3.2  
Red Hat  
Follow these instructions when installing the Intel® LAN controller base driver for  
the in Red Hat® operating system.  
Before installing the LAN driver:  
Before installing the LAN driver, you must install the kernel development  
application. To install the kernel development:  
1.  
2.  
3.  
4.  
Insert the Linux OS installation CD Disk 1 to the optical drive.  
Double click Application > System setting > Add / Remove application.  
Select Kernel Development from the Development Tools.  
Follow the later steps and add different CDs according to the instructions  
displayed.  
Building the driver from the TAR file:  
1.  
Insert the motherboard/system support CD to the optical drive and mount the  
optional drive in the Linux platform.  
2.  
Copy the base driver tar file from the motherboard/system support CD to  
the directory of your local hard disk. The name format of driver file is e1000-  
<Version>.tar.gz.  
For example: the file name of driver version 7.0.38 is e1000-7.0.38.tar.gz.  
The Intel® LAN driver for Linux OS is located in:  
\Drivers\INTEL 82563EB\PRO1000\LINUX  
3.  
Untar or unzip the archive.  
tar zxf e1000-x.x.x.tar.gz  
4.  
Change to the driver src directory.  
cd e1000-x.x.x/src/  
5.  
6.  
Use the command “makeinstall” to compile the driver module.  
makeinstall  
After reboot the system, please refer to Linux distribution documentation to  
configure the network protocol and IP address.  
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6.4  
VGA driver installation  
This section provides instructions on how to install the XGI Volari Z9s Video  
Graphics Adapter (VGA) driver.  
6.4.1  
Windows® 2000/Server 2003  
You need to manually install the XGI Volari Z9s VGA driver on a Windows® 2000 /  
Server 2003 operating system. To install the XGI Volari Z9s VGA driver:  
1.  
2.  
Restart the computer, then log on with Administrator privileges.  
Insert the motherboard/system support CD to the optical drive. The support  
CD automatically displays the Drivers menu if Autorun is enabled in your  
computer.  
The Drivers menu if Autorun is enabled in your computer.  
3.  
The XGI VGA Package window appears, preparing the setup.  
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4.  
Click Next to start the installation.  
5.  
6.  
The system will update the VGA driver.  
When the installation completes, click Finish to restart your computer before  
using the program.  
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6.5  
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.  
6.5.1  
Running the support CD  
Place the support CD to the optical drive. The CD automatically displays the  
Drivers menu if Autorun is enabled in your computer.  
If Autorun is NOT enabled in your computer, browse the contents of the support  
CD to locate the file ASSETUP.EXE from the BIN folder. Double-click the  
ASSETUP.EXE to run the CD.  
6.5.2  
Drivers menu  
The Drivers menu shows the available device drivers if the system detects installed  
devices. Install the necessary drivers to activate the devices.  
The screen display and driver options vary under different operating system  
versions.  
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6.5.3  
Management Software menu  
The Management Software  
menu displays the available  
network and server monitoring  
applications. Click an item to  
install.  
6.5.4  
Utilities menu  
The Utilities menu displays  
the software applications and  
utilities that the motherboard  
supports. Click an item to  
install.  
6.5.5  
Contact information  
Click the Contact tab to  
display the ASUS contact  
information. You can also find  
this information on the inside  
front cover of this user guide.  
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This appendix includes additional  
information that you may refer to when  
configuring the motherboard.  
Reference information  
A
 
Appendix summary  
A
A.1  
A.2  
DSEB-D16/SAS model block diagram........................................A-1  
DSEB-D16 model block diagram ................................................A-2  
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DSEB-D16/SAS model block diagram  
Intel® Dual-Core™ Xeon  
5000/ 5100/ 5200/ 5300/ 5400  
1600 FSB  
FBD800  
X16 slot  
PCIE1  
FBDx4  
X16 gen2  
FBDx4  
5400MCH  
(Seaburg)  
X16 slot  
PCIE3  
FBDx4  
FBDx4  
X16 gen2  
ESI  
x8  
x8  
x1  
x1  
PCIE2  
82573L  
82573L  
PCI-X 133/100  
PCIX4  
6321ESB  
(ESB2)  
PCI 33  
Z9s  
8 x SAS  
LSI1068  
H/W RAID 0, 1, 1E  
H/W RAID (5 ZCR)  
1 x IDE  
Kumeran  
82563  
(Gilgal)  
6 x SATA  
Intel MSM (RAID 0, 1, 10, 5)  
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A.2  
DSEB-D16 model block diagram  
Intel® Dual-Core™ Xeon  
5000/ 5100/ 5200/ 5300/ 5400  
1600 FSB  
FBD800  
X16 slot  
PCIE1  
FBDx4  
X16 gen2  
FBDx4  
5400MCH  
(Seaburg)  
X16 slot  
PCIE3  
FBDx4  
FBDx4  
X16 gen2  
ESI  
x8  
x8  
x1  
x1  
PCIE2  
PCIX4  
82573L  
82573L  
PCI-X 133/100  
6321ESB  
(ESB2)  
PCI 33  
Z9s  
H/W RAID 0, 1, 1E  
1 x IDE  
Kumeran  
82563  
(Gilgal)  
6 x SATA  
Intel MSM (RAID 0, 1, 10, 5)  
A-2  
Appendix A: Reference information  
 

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