Asus AP130 User Manual
Asus AP130 User Manual

Asus AP130 User Manual

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  • Page 1 AP130 ® Pentium 4 Pedestal Server ® User’s Manual...
  • Page 2: Disclaimer/Copyrights

    Product warranty or service will not be extended if: (1) the product is repaired, modified or altered, unless such repair, modification of alteration is authorized in writing by ASUS; or (2) the serial number of the product is defaced or missing.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents Disclaimer/Copyrights ..............2 ASUS Contact Information ............6 FCC/CDC Statements ..............7 Safety Precautions ............... 8 Introduction: About This Manual ......9 Audience ..................10 Contents ..................10 Conventions ................. 11 References ................... 11 System Package Contents ............12 Chapter 1: System Overview ......
  • Page 4 Contents 2.5 Install a Hard Disk Drive ........... 27 Remove the HDD/Floppy Cage ........... 27 Install the HDD ..............28 Connect the Cables ............. 28 2.6 Replace the Cover ............. 29 Re-install the Cover ............. 29 Chapter 3: Powering Up ........31 3.1 Getting Started ..............
  • Page 5 Desktop/Server (Tel): +886-2-2890-7123 (English) Support Fax: +886-2-2890-7698 Support Email: tsd@asus.com.tw Web Site: www.asus.com.tw Newsgroup: cscnews.asus.com.tw ASUS COMPUTER INTERNATIONAL (America) Address: 6737 Mowry Avenue, Mowry Business Center, Building 2, Newark, CA 94560, USA General Fax: +1-510-608-4555 General Email: tmd1@asus.com Technical Support...
  • Page 6: Asus Contact Information

    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.
  • Page 7: Fcc/Cdc Statements

    Safety Precautions Electrical Safety IMPORTANT • Before installing or removing signal cables, ensure that the power cables for the system unit and all attached devices are unplugged. • To prevent electrical shock hazard, disconnect the power cable from the electrical outlet before relocating the system. •...
  • Page 9: Introduction: About This Manual

    Introduction “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. ASUS AP130 Pedestal Server...
  • Page 10: Audience

    This chapter lists the hardware setup procedures that you have to perform when installing system components. 4. Chapter 3: Powering Up This chapter tells how to get started with the AP130 server after you have installed the basic components. 5. Appendix A: Power Supply Information This appendix gives information on the 200-watt switching power supply that came with the AP130 server.
  • Page 11: Conventions

    2. ASUS Websites The ASUS websites worldwide provide updated information on ASUS hardware and softare products. The ASUS websites are listed in the ASUS Contact Information on page 5. 3. Optional Documentation Your product package may include optional documentation such as a CD-ROM manual, warranty flyers, and others that may have been added by your dealer.
  • Page 12: System Package Contents

    4) 52X CD-ROM drive 5) 1.44MB floppy disk drive 6) AGP 4X card (optional) 7) Support CD that includes drivers, utilities, and ASUS Server Web-based Management (ASWM) 8) User’s manuals (for system and motherboard) If any of the above items is missing, contact your dealer.
  • Page 13: Chapter 1: System Overview

    Chapter 1 This chapter describes the general features of the AP130 server. It includes sections on front panel, rear panel, and internal features of the server. ASUS AP130 Pedestal Server...
  • Page 14: System Features

    System Features The ASUS AP130 Server is a stylish tower chassis that accommodates the ® ® ASUS P4B-MX motherboard. The server is powered by Intel Pentium 478/Northwood processor, and supports the latest I/O, audio, and video technologies through the chipsets embedded on the motherboard.
  • Page 15: Front Panel Features

    1.2 Front Panel Features The AP130 front panel is designed with a door secured by a keylock. When locked, the door prevents unauthorized access to the front panel components. Front Panel Door Keylock CD-ROM Drive 5.25-inch Drive Bay Floppy Disk Drive...
  • Page 16: Rear Panel Features

    1.3 Rear Panel Features The AP130 rear panel includes the external I/O ports. The following picture shows the cable connectors and the devices that you connect to the ports. PS/2 KB AC Power Serial PS/2 Mouse Line Out Parallel Line In...
  • Page 17: Internal Features

    1.4 Internal Features The standard components inside the AP130 server include the motherboard, power supply, floppy and CD-ROM drives, and cables. The picture below shows the standard components of the server. 1. Power Supply 2. CD-ROM Drive 3. 5.25-inch Drive Bay 4.
  • Page 18 Chapter 1: System Overview...
  • Page 19: Chapter 2: Hardware Setup

    Chapter 2 This chapter describes the hardware setup procedures that you have to perform when installing system components. ASUS AP130 Pedestal Server...
  • Page 20: Remove The Chassis Cover

    2.1 Remove the Chassis Cover Unlock the side cover Two thumbscrews secure the removable side panel cover. Turn these screws counter-clockwise to release the cover. The screws are attached to the cover. Do pull out the screws. Thumbscrews Remove the side cover Slide the cover for about an inch toward the rear panel then lif it out of the chassis.
  • Page 21: Motherboard Placement

    2.2 Motherboard Placement NOTE The motherboard and other internal components of the AP130 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. Placement Direction...
  • Page 22: Install A Cpu

    2.3 Install a CPU The 478-pin Zero Insertion Force (ZIF) socket on the P4B-MX motherboard supports an Intel Pentium 4 processor. This section tells you how to install a CPU. Refer to the motherboard user guide for more information. CPU Socket Location The CPU socket is located beside the rear panel connectors.
  • Page 23: Unlock The Cpu Socket

    CPU. The lever clicks on the side tab to indicate that it is locked. CAUTION Incorrect installation of the CPU into the socket may bend the pins and severely damage the CPU! ASUS AP130 Pedestal Server...
  • Page 24: Install The Fan Heatsink Assembly

    Install the Fan Heatsink Assembly 1. Align and snap the hooks of a retention bracket into the holes of the retention module base. Make sure that the arrow on the bracket points inward. 2. Follow step 1 to install the other bracket.
  • Page 25 The fan heatsink assembly shown above is for reference only. The fan heatsink assembly that you purchased may not look exactly the same as shown. Refer to the documentation that came with the fan heatsink assembly for more information. ASUS AP130 Pedestal Server...
  • Page 26: Install System Memory

    2.4 Install System Memory 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 for up to 3GB system memory. DIMM sockets Install a DIMM 1.
  • Page 27: Install A Hard Disk Drive

    HDD Metal Cage 2. Press the retaining clip to release the cage. Retaining clip 3. Lift the cage out of the chassis. ASUS AP130 Pedestal Server...
  • Page 28: Install The Hdd

    Install the HDD 1. Insert the HDD into the cage (label side up) until the holes on the HDD align with the holes on the cage. 2. Secure the HDD with four screws (two on each side). 3. Replace the cage into the chassis.
  • Page 29: Replace The Cover

    1. Position the cover in place, aligning the tabs on the inner side of the cover to the rail holes on the chassis edge. 2. Slide the cover toward the front panel until it fits in place. 3. Turn the thumbscrews to secure the cover to the chassis. ASUS AP130 Pedestal Server...
  • Page 30 Chapter 2: Hardware Setup...
  • Page 31: Chapter 3: Powering Up

    Chapter 3 This chapter tells how to get started with the AP130 server. Powering up the server basically includes connecting the cables and turning power on. ASUS AP130 Pedestal Server...
  • Page 32: Getting Started

    3.1 Getting Started 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.
  • Page 33: Appendix A: Power Supply

    Appendix A This appendix gives information on the 200W switching power supply that comes with the AP130 server. ASUS AP130 Pedestal Server...
  • Page 34: General Description

    A.1 General Description The server comes with a 200W 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 PS1, P2, P3, P4, P5, P6, and P7. The picture below shows the specific device assignments for the plugs.
  • Page 35: Specifications

    4.3V NOTE The power supply will shut down and latch off for shorting +5V, +12V, -12V, or +3.3V. By shorting +5Vsb, the power supply can latch down or automatically recover when the fault condition is removed. ASUS AP130 Pedestal Server...
  • Page 36 Appendix A: Power Supply...
  • Page 37 Appendix B This appendix lists the common problems that you may encounter while using the AP130 server. It lists the possible causes of the problems and offers solutions. You may refer to this part and try to solve simple problems before calling customer support.
  • Page 38: B.1 Simple Fixes

    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 Action The power LED on the server 1.
  • Page 39 CD that came with the package. Network connection not 1. Make sure the network cable is available connector the RJ-45 port on the rear panel. 2. Make sure that you have installed the network drivers from the motherboard support ASUS AP130 Pedestal Server...
  • Page 40 Appendix B: Troubleshooting...

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