® AP110 Pentium III IDE RAID Server ® User’s Manual
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Contents Disclaimer/Copyrights ....................................................... 2 ASUS Contact Information ................................................ 6 FCC/CDC Statements ........................................................ 7 Safety Precautions ............................................................. 8 Introduction: About This Manual .......................... 9 Audience ........................................................................... 10 Contents ...........................
Contents 2.5 Install System Memory ............................................ 26 DIMM Sockets Location ............................................. 26 Install a DIMM ............................................................ 26 2.6 Install a Hard Disk Drive .......................................... 27 HDD Metal Cage ........................................................ 27 Remove the HDD Cage ............................................. 27 Install the HDD ...........................................
Contents Appendix A: Power Supply ................................. 43 A.1 General Description ................................................. 44 A.2 Specifications .......................................................... 45 Input Characteristics .................................................. 45 Output Characteristics ............................................... 45 Over-Voltage Protection (OVP) .................................. 45 Appendix B: Troubleshooting ............................. 47 B.
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FCC/CDC Statements Federal Communications Commission Statement This device complies with FCC Rules Part 15. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: • • This device may not cause harmful interference, and This device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation. This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Safet y Precautions Electrical Safety IMPORTANT • • • • Before installing or removing signal cables, ensure that the power cables for the system unit and all attached devices are unplugged. To prevent electrical shock hazard, disconnect the power cable from the electrical outlet before relocating the system. When adding or removing any additional devices to or from the system, ensure that the power cables for the devices are unplugged before the signal cables are connected.
“About This Manual” introduces the contents of this document. This part includes the target audience, chapter description, and conventions used. It also lists other sources of information that are not contained in this manual.
Audience This installation guide is intended for system integrators, and experienced users with at least basic knowledge of configuring an entry-level server. Contents This manual contains the following parts: 1. Introduction: About This Manual This part introduces the contents of this document. It includes the target audience, chapter description, and conventions used. It also lists other sources of information that are not contained in this manual. 2.
Conventions Symbols To make sure that you perform certain tasks properly, take note of the following symbols used throughout this manual. WARNING: Information to prevent injury to yourself when trying to complete a task. CAUTION: Information to prevent damage to the components when trying to complete a task. IMPORTANT: Information that you MUST follow to complete a task. NOTE: Tips and information to aid in completing a task.
System Package Contents The following checklist enumerates the components included in the standard system package. 1) ASUS AS-15 Chassis 2) ASUS CUV-2LV Motherboard 3) 250W ATX Power Supply 4) 50X CD-ROM Drive 5) 1.44MB Floppy Disk Drive 6) Support CD with Drivers and Utilities 7) User’s Manuals (for system and motherboard) 8) ASUS System Management Agent (ASMA) Support CD If any of the above items is missing, contact your dealer.
This chapter describes the general features of the AP110 server. It includes sections on front panel, rear panel, and internal features of the server.
1.1 System Features The ASUS AP110 Server is a stylish tower chassis that accommodates the ASUS CUV-2LV motherboard. The server is powered by Intel® Pentium® III/Celeron™ processor, and supports the latest I/O, audio, and video technologies through the chipsets embedded on the motherboard. Following are highlights of the server’s many features.
1.2 Front Panel Features The AP110 front panel is designed with a door on the upper part secured by a keylock. When locked, the door provides security to the hot-swap IDE drives and other internal components because neither the front panel nor the chassis cover cannot be removed. When the door is open, you can easily access the hot-swap IDE drives (if available), floppy disk drive, and CD-ROM drive.
1.3 Rear Panel Features The AP110 rear panel includes the external I/O ports. The following picture shows the cable connectors and the devices that you connect to the ports. AC Power PS/2 KB PS/2 Mouse USB Serial Parallel VGA RJ-45 Voltage Selector The switching power supply that came with the server has a voltage selector switch below the power socket. Use this switch to select the appropriate voltage according to the voltage supply in your area.
1.4 Internal Features The standard components inside the AP110 server include the motherboard, power supply, floppy and CD-ROM drives, and cables. The picture below shows the standard components and the optional IDE RAID kit that consists of hot-swap drive tray sets, IDE RAID card, and IDE cables. 1 2 3 4 8 5 7 6 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. Power Supply Floppy Disk Drive Hot-swap Drive Trays (optional) CD-ROM Drive 3.
Chapter 1: System Overview
This chapter describes the hardware setup procedures that you have to perform when installing system components.
2.1 Remove the Front Cover Follow these steps to remove the front panel. Unlock the Front Panel Insert the system key to the keylock and turn it 90 degrees counter clockwise to unlock the front panel cover. Chassis Keylock Remove the Screws Front Panel Screws Use a Phillips screwdriver to remove the two screws that secure the front panel to the main chassis. Remove the Panel 1. Close the panel door. 2. Place your hands on the upper part of the panel and pull it firmly.
2.2 Remove the Chassis Cover Follow these steps to remove the chassis cover. Remove the Screws Remove the screws that secure the cover to the main chassis. The locations of the screws are indicated by circles. Remove the Cover Slide the cover for about an inch toward the front and lift it out of the chassis.
2.3 Motherboard Placement NOTE The motherboard and other internal components of the AP110 server are already installed as indicated in section “1.4 Internal Features”. Refer to the motherboard user’s manual for detailed technical information about the motherboard. When removing the motherboard, you need to remove the hot-swap trays and the CD-ROM drive first, because they overlap with the motherboard. Refer to Chapter 4 for the procedure to remove the drives.
2.4 Install a CPU The Socket 370 on the CUV-2LV motherboard supports a Pentium III/Celeron CPU. This section tells you how to install a CPU. The following pictures show the CPU socket location on the motherboard, and the Pin 1 mark on a CPU. CPU Socket Location The CPU socket is located beside the rear panel connectors. Note the Pin 1 location on the socket.
2.4 Install a CPU Unlock the CPU Socket Unlock the socket by pressing the lever sideways then lifting it up to a 90°-100° angle. Insert the CPU 1. Position the CPU above the socket such that its notched or marked corner matches the socket corner near the end of the lever. 2. Carefully insert the CPU into the socket until it fits in place. Marked Corner Socket Pin 1 CAUTION The CPU fits only in one orientation. Do not force the CPU into the socket to prevent bending the pins and damaging the CPU.
2.4 Install a CPU Secure the CPU Push down the lever to secure the CPU to the socket. The lever clicks in place indicating that the socket is locked. NOTE The fan heatsink picture above is for reference only. The fan heatsink that you purchased may not look exactly the same as shown. Refer to the documentation that comes with the CPU for more information. Connect the Fan Cable Connect the CPU fan cable to the 3-pin CPU_FAN connector on the motherboard.
2.5 Install System Memor y DIMM Sockets Location The motherboard has three Dual Inline Memory Module (DIMM) sockets that support 3.3V SDRAM modules in 32, 64, 128, 256, 512MB, or 1GB densities. DIMM Sockets Install a DIMM 1. Unlock a DIMM socket by pressing the retaining clips outward. Align a DIMM on the socket such that the notches on the DIMM match the breaks on the socket. 2. Firmly insert the DIMM into the socket until the retaining clips snap back in place and the DIMM is properly seated.
2.6 Install a Hard Disk Drive The AP110 server comes with drive bays for internal hard disk drives. You can install up to two internal hard disk drives. HDD Metal Cage The HDD metal cage is located right under the CD-ROM drive bay. You have to remove the cage from the chassis to conveniently install a hard disk drive. HDD Metal Cage Remove the HDD Cage 1. Remove the screws (indicated by circles) that secure the HDD cage to the front of the chassis. Cage Screw 2.
2.6 Install a Hard Disk Drive Install the HDD 1. Insert the HDD into the cage (label side up) until the holes on the sides align. 2. Secure the HDD with four screws (two on each side). Replace the HDD Cage 1. Carefully insert the HDD cage back into the chassis until it fits in place. 2. Secure the cage with the screws you removed earlier.
2.6 Install a Hard Disk Drive Connect the Cables 1. Connect one end of the IDE cable to the IDE connector at the back of the drive, matching the red stripe on the cable with Pin 1 on the IDE connector. 2. Connect a power cable (plug marked P3 or P4) to the power connector at the back of the drive. IDE Cable Red Stripe to Pin 1 Power Cable (P3 or P4) 3. Connect the other end of the IDE cable to the primary IDE connector (blue connector) on the motherboard.
2.7 Replace the Covers NOTE If you are installing optional components such as the IDE RAID kit, proceed to Chapter 4 before replacing the covers. Re-install the Cover 1. Place the cover from the top of the chassis, leaving about an inch from the rear edge. 2. Slide the cover toward the rear panel until it fits in place. Re-install the Panel 1. Align the bottom edge of the panel to the chassis. 2. Firmly push the panel with both hands until it fits in place. 3. Open the panel door. 4.
Chapter 3 Powering Up This chapter tells how to get started with the AP110 server. Powering up the server basically includes connecting the cables and turning power on.
3.1 Getting Star ted Make sure that you have completed the basic system installations in Chapter 2, then follow these steps to start up the server. Connect a Monitor Connect a monitor by plugging hte monitor cable to the video port (blue port) on the server rear panel. Video Port Connect the Power Cord 1. Adjust the voltage selector to the correct voltage in your area. 2. Connect a power cord to the power connector on the rear panel. 3. Plug the power cord to a grounded wall socket.
This chapter tells how to install the optional IDE RAID kit.
4.1 IDE RAID Kit The AP110 server supports a maximum of four hard disk drives, two external and two internal. The external HDD bays are available for an IDE RAID configuration using the optional IDE RAID Kit. This chapter tells about external HDD installation using the IDE RAID kit. Refer to Chapter 3 for instructions on internal HDD installation. NOTE The IDE RAID kit is optional and does not come with all models. If your server includes a RAID kit, it comes already pre-installed in the chassis.
4.1 IDE RAID Kit HDD Tray Frame The HDD tray frame is a separate unit that holds the hot-swap drive tray. A 64-pin male connector is found on the rear of the frame. This connector matches the 64-pin female connector at the back of the hot-swap drive tray. 64-pin Male Connector The back of the tray frame is an HDD fan, an IDE connector (male), and a power connector. HDD Fan IDE Connector Power Connector Hot-swap HDD Tray 64-pin Female Connector The hot-swap drive tray is an enclosure that holds the HDD.
4.2 Install a Hot-swap HDD Install HDD Tray Frame 1. Insert an HDD tray frame into one external drive bay as shown. 2. Secure the frame with four screws (two on each side). NOTE: Align the front screws with the holes labeled 1. 3. Follow steps 1 and 2 to install the second HDD tray frame. The picture on the right shows the two installed HDD tray frames.
4.2 Install Hot-swap HDD Remove HDD Tray Cover The hot-swap drive tray has a cover that you have to remove before you can install a hard disk. To remove the tray cover: 1. Pull up the lever on the front of the tray. Doing this action slides the tray cover backward about a quarter of an inch. 2. Following the direction of the arrow in the picture, use a finger to flip out the metal latch on the front corner of the cover to disengage it from the tray. Tray Lever 3.
4.2 Install Hot-swap HDD Install an IDE Drive 1. Connect the IDE cable to the IDE connector at the back of the drive. 2. Connect the power cable to the power connector at the back of the drive. IDE Cable Power Cable 3. Carefully place the drive into the tray until it fits in place. 4. Secure the drive with four screws (two on each side). 5. Align the tray cover to the rails at the back of the tray, then slide the cover forward until the metal latch clicks in place. 6.
4.3 RAID Configuration This section presents only the physical hardware connections of the RAID card, hot-swap HDDs, and IDE and power cables. For detailed instructions on RAID configuration, refer to the user’s manual that came with the IDE RAID kit. Install a RAID Card 1. Remove the cover opposite the PCI1 expansion slot. 2. Carefully insert the golden fingers of the RAID card into the slot until the card is properly seated. RAID Card Connect IDE Cables 1.
4.3 RAID Configuration Connect Power Cables Connect the power cables, with plugs labeled P5 and P6, to the power connectors at the back of the hot-swap drive frames. Power Cables 4.4 Removing a Hot-swap HDD Tray In the future, you might need to remove the drive tray and replace a hot-swap HDD. To remove a hot-swap drive tray: 1. Unlock the drive tray you desire to remove. 2. Lift up the tray handle. 3. Pull the tray out of the bay. 4. Refer to section 4.2 for instructions on installing a hotswap HDD.
4.5 CD-ROM Drive The server comes with the CD-ROM drive already installed. This section tells how to remove and re-install the CD-ROM drive. You will need to remove the CD-ROM drive for either one of the following reasons: 1. You need to replace the drive 2. You need to remove the motherboard. The CD-ROM drive overlaps with the top right corner of the motherboard, so you can not get it out without moving the drive outward. Remove the CD-ROM Drive 1. Disconnect the power and IDE cables from the drive. 2.
4.5 CD-ROM Drive Re-install the CD-ROM Drive 1. Align the CD-ROM drive to its bay and carefully push it inward until it is flushed to the front panel. 2. Secure the drive with the screws that you removed earlier (two on each side). NOTE: Align the front screw with the hole labeled 1. CD-ROM Screws Align with Hole 1 3. Connect the IDE cable to the IDE connector at the back of the drive, matching the red pin stripe on the cable with Pin1 on the IDE connector. 4.
Appendix A Power Supply This appendix gives information on the 250-watt switching power supply that comes with the AP110 server.
A.1 General Description The server comes with a 250W ATX power supply with universal AC input that includes PFC and ATX-compliant output cables and connectors. The power supply has an internal cooling fan. The power supply has seven plugs labeled P1 to P7. The picture below shows the specific device assignments for the plugs. P2 P4 P3 P1. P2. P3. P4. P5. P6. P7.
A.2 Specifications Input Characteristics Input Voltage Range Min Nom Max Range 1 90V 115V 135V Range 2 180V 230V 265V Input Frequency Range 47 Hz to 63 Hz Maximum Input ac Current 9A max at 115Vac 5A max. at 230Vac, maximum load Inrush Current 70A max. at 115Vac, full load cold start at 25°C Efficiency 68% min. at nominal input, maximum load Output Characteristics Output Load Range Voltage Min Max Min Max Max +5V 1.5A 25.0A -5% +5% 50mVp-p +12V 0.2A 8.
Appendix A: Power Supply
This appendix lists the common problems that you may encounter while using the AP110 server. It lists the possible causes of the problems and offers solutions. You may refer to this part and try to solve simple problems before calling customer support.
B.1 Simple Fixes NOTE Some problems that you may encounter are not due to defects on the system or the components. These problems only requires simple troubleshooting actions that you can perform by yourself. Problem The power LED on the server and/or the monitor do not light up Action 1. Make sure that the 115V/230V voltage selector switch is set to the correct voltage supply in your area. 2. Check the power cable connection on the system rear panel if properly connected. 3.
Problem The system continuously beeps after it was turned on Action 1. Check the memory modules and make sure you installed the DIMMs the system supports. 2. Make sure that the DIMMs are properly installed on the sockets. The message “Non-system disk or disk error” appears Check if bootable HDD is active. RAID HDD is only detected as 1024MB 1. Boot from DOS/Win9x floppy disk. 2. Run FDISK utility to delete all partition 3. Reboot the system and run FDISK /MBR.
Appendix B: Troubleshooting
