DSEB-D16
Series
DSEB-D16
DSEB-D16/SAS
Contents
Chapter 1:
Chapter 2:
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Contents
Chapter 5:
Intel® Matrix Storage Manager Option ROM Utility ................. 5-30
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Contents
Chapter 6:
Windows® 2000/Server 2003 ........................................ 6-22
Appendix:
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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.
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•
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)
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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
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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)
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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
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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
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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.
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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
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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.
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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
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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
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2-16
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2-30
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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
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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)
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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)
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P1V8 setting (3-pin P1V8_SEL1)
Rear panel connectors
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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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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)
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2-40
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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)
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CPU and system fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN1/2,
REAR_FAN1/2, FRNT_FAN1/2/3/4, FBD_FAN1/2)
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10.
11.
12.
13.
Serial port connectors (10-1 pin COM2)
LPC debug connector (14-1 pin LPC1)
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Power supply SMBus connector (5-pin PSUSMB1)
SSI power connectors
(24-pin ATXPWR1, 8-pin ATX12V1, 4-pin ATX12V2)
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14.
15.
System panel connector (20-1 pin PANEL1)
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Auxiliary panel connector (20-pin AUX_PANEL1)
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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
DSEB-D16 Series
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
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DIMM_00, DIMM_01, DIMM_02
DIMM_10, DIMM_11, DIMM_12
DIMM_20, DIMM_21, DIMM_22
DIMM_30, DIMM_31, DIMM_32
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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
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•
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
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2.4.4
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
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
DSEB-D16 Series storage card activity LED connector
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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
3
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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Chapter 3: Powering up
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
4
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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4.1
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.
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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.
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The BIOS setup screens shown in this section are for reference purposes
only, and may not exactly match what you see on your screen.
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Visit the ASUS website (www.asus.com) to download the latest BIOS file for
this motherboard.
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Chapter 4: BIOS setup
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
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[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
v02.61 (C)Copyright 1985-2006, American Megatrends, Inc.
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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