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  • Page 1 DSBV-DX Series DSBV-DX/SAS DSBV-DX/C DSBV-DX...
  • Page 2 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

    Installing an expansion card ... 2-24 2.5.2 Configuring an expansion card ... 2-24 2.5.3 Interrupt assignments ... 2-25 2.5.4 PCI/PCI-X slots ... 2-26 2.5.5 PCI Express x8 slots (x8 and x4 link) ... 2-27 2.5.6 ZCR slot (DSBV-DX/SAS model only) ... 2-27...
  • Page 4 4.1.1 Creating a bootable floppy disk ... 4-1 4.1.2 Updating the BIOS using the Phoenix Phlash16 Utility ... 4-2 4.1.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 2 utility ... 4-3 4.1.4 ASUS Update utility ... 4-5 BIOS setup program ... 4-7 4.2.1 BIOS menu screen ... 4-8 4.2.2...
  • Page 5 Exiting the Intel Global Array Manager ... 5-38 LSI Logic MPT Setup Utility 5.5.1 Integrated Mirroring ... 5-39 5.5.2 Integrated Mirroring Enhanced ... 5-43 5.5.3 Integrated Striping (IS) volume ... 5-45 ® Matrix Storage Manager ... 5-37 (DSBV-DX/SAS model only) .5-39...
  • Page 6 Management Software menu ... 6-25 6.5.4 Utilities menu ... 6-25 6.5.5 Contact information ... 6-25 Appendix: DSBV-DX/SAS model block diagram ...A-1 DSBV-DX/C model block diagram ...A-2 DSBV-DX model block diagram ...A-3 Driver installation ® 2000/Server 2003 ... 6-22 Reference information...

  • Page 7: Notices

    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.

  • Page 8: Safety Information

    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.

  • Page 9: About This Guide

    Refer to the following sources for additional information and for product and software updates. 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.

  • Page 10: Typography

    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.

  • Page 11: Dsbv-Dx Series Specifications Summary

    Matrix Storage with RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID ® 0+1, and RAID 5 (S/W) configuration - LSI MegaRAID controller with RAID 0, RAID 1, and RAID 0+1 configuration (DSBV-DX only) (DSBV-DX/SAS model only) LSI1068 PCI-X SAS controller supports: - 8 x Serial Attached SCSI (SAS) channels...
  • Page 12 DSBV-DX Series specifications summary Discrete graphics BIOS features Rear panel Internal connectors Power requirement Intel 82563EB (ESB2E/Gilgal) Network Connection ® (Dual-port) - Supports Intel I/O Acceleration Technology (IOAT) - Supports 10/100/1000 BASE-T XGI Volari Z7 PCI display controller with 32MB of Video...
  • Page 13 DSBV-DX Series specifications summary Form factor Support CD contents *Specifications are subject to change without notice. SSI CEB 1.1 form factor: 12 in x 10.5 in (30.5 cm x 26.67 Device drivers ASUS Update Utility ASUS Server Web-based Management (ASWM)

  • Page 15: Chapter 1: Product Introduction

    This chapter describes the motherboard features and the new technologies it supports. Product introduction...

  • Page 16: Welcome!

    Chapter summary Welcome! ... 1-1 Package contents ... 1-1 Serial number label ... 1-1 Special features ... 1-2 ASUS DSBV-DX Series...

  • Page 17: Welcome

    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.

  • Page 18: Special Features

    Special features 1.4.1 Product highlights Latest processor technology The motherboard comes with two LGA-771 sockets that support Dual-Core and Quad-Core Intel ® Xeon™ processors with 1333/1066/667 MHz Front Side Bus (FSB). Dual-core processors contain two physical CPU cores to meet demands for more powerful processing.
  • Page 19 PCI-X specifications. See page 2-27 for details. Serial Attached SCSI (SAS) technology support (DSBV-DX/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.

  • Page 20: Innovative Asus Features

    ROM chip. See page 4-3 for details. 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. See page 4-31 for details.

  • Page 21: 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 jumpers and connectors on the motherboard. Hardware information...
  • Page 22 Chapter summary Before you proceed ... 2-1 Motherboard overview ... 2-2 Central Processing Unit (CPU) ... 2-11 System memory ... 2-16 Expansion slots ... 2-24 Jumpers ... 2-28 Connectors ... 2-33 ASUS DSBV-DX Series...

  • Page 23: Before You Proceed

    The illustration below shows the location of the onboard LED SAS LED (for DSBV-DX/SAS only) The green heartbeat LED blinks per second to indicate that the LSI 1068 chipset is working normally.

  • Page 24: Motherboard Overview

    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.

  • Page 25: Support Kits For The Motherboard

    To install the CEK spring: Locate the CPU heatsink holes on the motherboard. Socket for CPU2 Socket for CPU1 Position the CEK spring underneath the motherboard, then match the CEK spring hooks to the CPU1 heatsink holes. ASUS DSBV-DX Series Hook Heatsink hole...
  • Page 26 Press the upper spring hooks inward, then insert to the upper CPU heatsink holes until they snap in place. Press the lower spring clips inward, then insert to the lower CPU heatsink holes until they snap in place. If you installed a second CPU, repeat steps 2 to 4 to install the CEK spring to the CPU2 heatsink holes.
  • Page 27 Make sure that the standoffs perfectly match the CEK spring screw holes; otherwise, you can not install the CPU heatsinks properly. Secure the motherboard with six (6) screws. Refer to section 2.2.2 Screw holes for illustration. ASUS DSBV-DX Series Standoffs for CPU1 Standoffs for CPU2 Socket for CPU2...

  • Page 28: Motherboard Layouts

    2.2.4 Motherboard layouts DSBV-DX/SAS model ATXPWR1 PS/2 T: Mouse B: Keyboard PSUSMB1 USB12 DIMM_12 (64/72 bit, 240-pin module) DIMM_11 (64/72 bit, 240-pin module) DIMM_10 (64/72 bit, 240-pin module) DIMM_02 (64/72 bit, 240-pin module) DIMM_01 (64/72 bit, 240-pin module) DIMM_00 (64/72 bit, 240-pin module)
  • Page 29 LAN_BW1 82563EB LAN_EN1 REAR_FAN1 REAR_FAN2 PCIX1 PCIX2 PCI3 VGA_EN1 RECOVERY1 PCIE4 Super COM2 PCIE5 SB_PWR1 LPT1 FLOPPY1 ASUS DSBV-DX Series 26.7cm (10.5in) ATX12V1 CPU_FAN1 ® Intel 5000V CPU_FAN2 CLRTC1 FRNT_FAN3 BUZZER1 CR2032 3V Lithium Cell CMOS Power FAN_SEL1 ® Intel...
  • Page 30 DSBV-DX model ATXPWR1 PS/2 T: Mouse B: Keyboard PSUSMB1 USB12 DIMM_12 (64/72 bit, 240-pin module) DIMM_11 (64/72 bit, 240-pin module) DIMM_10 (64/72 bit, 240-pin module) DIMM_02 (64/72 bit, 240-pin module) DIMM_01 (64/72 bit, 240-pin module) DIMM_00 (64/72 bit, 240-pin module)

  • Page 31: Layout Contents

    Layout contents Slots/Soocket CPU sockets FB-DIMM sockets PCI/PCI-X slots PCI Express x 8 slots ZCR slot (DSBV-DX/SAS model only) Jumpers Clear RTC RAM (CLRTC) LAN bandwidth setting (3-pin LAN_BW1) VGA controller setting (3-pin VGA_EN1) LAN controller setting (3-pin LAN_EN1) Fan control setting (3-pin FAN_SEL1)
  • Page 32 Power supply SMBus connector (5-pin PSUSMB1) SSI power connectors (24-pin ATXPWR1, 8-pin ATX12V1) Parallel port connector (26-1 pin LPT1) Serial General Purpose Input/Output connector (2x4 pin SGPIO2) (DSBV-DX/SAS model only) System panel connector (20-1 pin PANEL1) Auxiliary panel connector (20-pin AUX_PANEL1) 2-10 Page...

  • Page 33: Central Processing Unit (Cpu)

    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.
  • Page 34 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 Load lever To prevent damage to the socket pins, do not remove the PnP cap unless you are installing a CPU.
  • Page 35 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. Reboot the computer. ASUS DSBV-DX Series Xeon™ CPUs in the 771-land package ® 2003 Server or later version is recommended.

  • Page 36: Installing The Cpu Heatsink And Fan

    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.
  • Page 37 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_FAN2. ASUS DSBV-DX Series CPU_FAN1 connector 2-15...

  • Page 38: System Memory

    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. • This motherboard does not support memory modules made up of 128 Mb chips or double-rank x16 memory modules.
  • Page 39 • 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. ASUS DSBV-DX Series Ch:0 Slot/s to use DIMM_00...

  • Page 40: Memory Sparing Technology

    2.4.3 Memory sparing technology The Intel 5000V chipset supports the memory sparing technology. Refer to the ® below sections: 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.
  • Page 41 (512 MB) Sparing Memory space 512 MB (2048MB/2 Ranks) Rank 0 (1024 MB) Sparing Memory space 1024 MB Total Memory ASUS DSBV-DX Series Channel 0 DIMM_00 (1024MB/2 Ranks) Rank 1 Rank 0 (512 MB) (512 MB) 512 MB 512 MB DIMM_01...

  • Page 42: Installing A Dimm

    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: Unlock a DIMM socket by pressing the retaining clips outward.

  • Page 43: Installing The Memcool Fb-Dimm Fan (Opional)

    DIMMs, and insert the fan base legs into the FB-DIMM holes until the legs are securely in place. For instructional purposes only, no FB-DIMM is installed on any of the slots. ASUS DSBV-DX Series Top cover clamp Top cover hook...
  • Page 44 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.

  • Page 45: Uninstalling The Optional Memcool Fb-Dimm Fan

    Unplug the fan cable. 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. Carefully lift the fan base. ASUS DSBV-DX Series Top cover clamp 2-23...

  • Page 46: Expansion Slots

    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.

  • Page 47: Interrupt Assignments

    2.5.3 Interrupt assignments Standard interrupt assignments IRQ Priority — * These IRQs are usually available for ISA or PCI devices. ASUS DSBV-DX Series Standard Function System Timer Keyboard Controller Re-direct to IRQ#9 Communications Port (COM2)* Communications Port (COM1)* IRQ holder for PCI steering*...

  • Page 48: Pci/Pci-X Slots

    LAN card installed on a PCI slot. The figure shows a RAID card installed on a PCI-X slot. When installing an optional ZCR card, install the card on PCIX1 slot (colored green on DSBV-DX/SAS model). 2-26 32-bit PCI slot 64-bit PCI-X slot...

  • Page 49: Pci Express X8 Slots (X8 And X4 Link)

    Zero-Channel RAID card that allows RAID0, RAID1, RAID10 and RAID 5 configurations. The optional ZCR card for DSBV-DX/SAS onboard LSI 1068 SAS controller is LSI MegaRAID SAS 8300XLP card. Visit the LSI LOGIC website (www.lsilogic. com) for more information.

  • Page 50: Jumpers

    6. 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! DSBV-DX Series Clear RTC RAM 2-28 CLRTC1 Normal...
  • Page 51 LAN bandwidth setting (3-pin LAN_BW1) This jumper allows you to set the LAN bandwidth setting for more efficient IP load distribution. DSBV-DX Series LAN bandwidth setting VGA controller setting (3-pin VGA_EN1) These jumpers allow you to enable or disable the onboard VGA controller.
  • Page 52 This jumper allows you to enable or disable the onboard Intel Gigabit LAN controller. Set to pins 1-2 to activate the Gigabit LAN feature. DSBV-DX Series LAN_EN1 setting Fan control setting (3-pin FAN_SEL1) This jumper allows you to switch for fan pin selection Set to pins 1-2 for 4-pin fans or pins 2-3 for 3-pin fans.
  • Page 53 MegaRAID Serial ATA RAID utility (default); otherwise, place the jumper caps on pins 2-3 to use the Intel DSBV-DX Series 6321ESB SATA port S/W RAID setting Onboard storage setting (3-pin SAS_EN1) (DSBV-DX/SAS model only) This jumper allows you to enable or disable the onboard LSI1068 SAS controller.
  • Page 54 Set the jumper to pins 2-3. Insert the floppy disk then turn on the system to update the BIOS. Shut down the system. Set the jumper back to pins 1-2. Turn on the system. DSBV-DX Series BIOS recovery setting 2-32 RECOVERY1 Normal BIOS Recovery...

  • Page 55: Connectors

    LAN (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. ASUS DSBV-DX Series Status Description 10 Mbps connection ORANGE...

  • Page 56: Internal Connectors

    Pin 5 on the connector is removed to prevent incorrect cable connection when using a FDD cable with a covered Pin 5. DSBV-DX Series Floppy disk drive connector IDE connector (40-1 pin PRI_IDE1) This connector is for an Ultra DMA 100/66 signal cable. The Ultra...
  • Page 57 DSBV-DX Series SATA connectors 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. DSBV-DX Series storage card activity LED connector ASUS DSBV-DX Series SATA1 SATA4...
  • Page 58 SAS connectors (DSBV-DX/SAS model only) This motherboard comes with eight blue Serial Attached SCSI (SAS) connectors, the next-generation storage technology that supports both Series SCSI and Serial ATA (SATA). Each connector supports one device. DSBV-DX Series SAS connectors To connect the SAS cable:...
  • Page 59 This connector is for the front panel LED port indicator that shows the SAS HDD status. DSBV-DX Series SAS LED connector Serial General Purpose Input/Output connector (6-1 pin SGPIO1) This connector is used for the SGPIO peripherals for the LSI MegaRAID SATA LED.
  • Page 60 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. DSBV-DX Series Serial port connectors The serial port module is purchased separately. 2-38...
  • Page 61 DSBV-DX Series Fan connectors 11. Power supply SMBus connector (5-pin PSUSMB1) This connector is for the power supply SMB cable, if your power supply supports the SMBus function. DSBV-DX Series Power supply SMBus connector ASUS DSBV-DX Series CPU_FAN1 CPU_FAN1 FAN Power...
  • Page 62 • You must install a PSU with a higher power rating if you intend to install additional devices. DSBV-DX Series ATX power connectors 2-40 ATXPWR1 24-PIN Power Connector Chapter 2: Hardware information ®...
  • Page 63 This connector is for a parallel port. Connect the parallel port module cable to this connector, then install the module to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis. DSBV-DX Series Parallel port connector 14. Serial General Purpose Input/Output connector (2x4 pin SGPIO2) (DSBV-DX/SAS model only) This connector is used for the SGPIO peripherals for the LSI MegaRAID.

  • Page 64: System Panel Connector

    15. System panel connector (20-pin PANEL1) This connector supports several chassis-mounted functions. The system panel connector is color-coded for easy connection. DSBV-DX Series System panel connector System power LED (Green 3-pin PLED) This 3-pin connector is for the system power LED. Connect the chassis power LED cable to this connector.
  • Page 65 Connect the Locator LED cables to these 2-pin connector. The LEDs will light up when the Locator button is pressed. 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. ASUS DSBV-DX Series AUX_PANEL1 PIN1 2-43...
  • Page 66 2-44 Chapter 2: Hardware information...

  • Page 67: Chapter 3: Powering Up

    This chapter describes the power up sequence, and ways of shutting down the system. Powering up...
  • Page 68 Chapter summary Starting up for the first time ... 3-1 Turning off the computer ... 3-2 ASUS DSBV-DX Series...

  • Page 69: Starting Up For The First Time

    One continuous beep followed by short beeps Two short beeps At power on, hold down the <Delete> key to enter the BIOS Setup. Follow the instructions in Chapter 4. ASUS DSBV-DX Series Error Memory module missing VGA controller failure PCI resource assignment error...

  • Page 70: Turning Off The Computer

    Turning off the computer 3.2.1 Using the OS shut down function If you are using Windows 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. The power supply should turn off after Windows If you are using Windows Click the Start button then select Turn Off Computer.

  • Page 71: Chapter 4: Bios Setup

    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...
  • Page 72 Chapter summary Managing and updating your BIOS ... 4-1 BIOS setup program ... 4-7 Main menu ... 4-11 Advanced menu ... 4-17 Server menu ... 4-32 Security menu ... 4-35 Boot menu ... 4-37 Exit menu ... 4-39 ASUS DSBV-DX Series...

  • Page 73: Managing And Updating Your Bios

    Phoenix Phlash16 BIOS Flash Utility (Updates the BIOS in DOS mode using a bootable floppy disk.) ASUS CrashFree BIOS 2 (To recover the BIOS using a bootable floppy disk when the BIOS file fails or gets corrupted.) ASUS Update (Updates the BIOS in Windows Refer to the corresponding sections for details on these utilities.

  • Page 74: Updating The Bios Using The Phoenix Phlash16 Utility

    The Basic Input/Output System (BIOS) can be updated using the Phoenix Phlash16 Utility. Follow these instructions to update the BIOS using this utility. Download the latest BIOS file from the ASUS web site. Rename the file to BIOS.WPH. Save the file to a floppy disk.

  • Page 75: Asus Crashfree Bios 2 Utility

    4.1.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 2 utility The ASUS CrashFree BIOS 2 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.
  • Page 76 Phoenix Phlash16 Utility Version 1.6.1.9 Copyright (c) Phoenix Technologies Ltd., 2005 Load Image File Verify interface information Backup system BIOS ROM Check flash memory type(s) Flash memory block: Save block Restore block Zero out block Erase block Program block Verify block Flash programming complete 30% Read in Identifying flash memory part type DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS! Doing so can...

  • Page 77: Asus Update Utility

    Visit the ASUS website (www.asus.com) to download the latest BIOS file. 4.1.4 ASUS Update utility The ASUS Update is a utility that allows you to manage, save, and update the motherboard BIOS in Windows • Save the current BIOS file •...
  • Page 78 Updating the BIOS through a BIOS file To update the BIOS through a BIOS file: Launch the ASUS Update utility from the Windows > Programs > ASUS > ASUSUpdate > ASUSUpdate. The ASUS Update main window appears. Select Update BIOS from a file option from the drop-down menu, then click Next.

  • Page 79: Bios Setup Program

    The BIOS setup screens shown in this section are for reference purposes only, and may not exactly match what you see on your screen. • Visit the ASUS website (www.asus.com) to download the latest BIOS file for this motherboard. ASUS DSBV-DX Series...

  • Page 80: Bios Menu Screen

    4.2.1 BIOS menu screen Menu items Menu bar Main Advanced System Date System Time Floppy A IDE Configuration IDE Primary Master IDE Primary Slave IDE Secondary/Master IDE Secondary/Slave System Information Help Select Item ↑↓ Exit Select Menu →← Sub-menu items 4.2.2 Menu bar The menu bar on top of the screen has the following main items: Main...

  • Page 81: Legend Bar

    A configurable field is enclosed in brackets, and is highlighted when selected. To change the value of a field, select it then press <Enter> to display a list of options. Refer to 4.2.7 Pop-up window. ASUS DSBV-DX Series Displays the General Help screen Loads setup default values...

  • Page 82: Pop-Up Window

    4.2.7 Pop-up window Select a menu item then press <Enter> to display a pop-up window with the configuration options for that item. Main Advanced System Date System Time Floppy A IDE Configuration IDE Primary Master IDE Primary Slave IDE Secondary/Master IDE Secondary/Slave System Information Help Select Item...

  • Page 83: Main Menu

    Floppy A [1.44/1.25 MB, 3½"] Sets the type of floppy drive installed. Configuration options: [Disabled] [360 Kb 5¼”] [1.2 MB 5¼”] [720 Kb 3½” ] [1.44/1.25 MB 3½”] [2.88 MB 3½”] ASUS DSBV-DX Series PhoenixBIOS Setup Utility Security Boot [05/08/2007] [15 : 30 : 36] [1.44/1.25 MB 3...

  • Page 84: Ide Configuration

    4.3.4 IDE Configuration Main IDE Configuration Fixed disk boot sector: S-ATA Configuration Help Select Item ↑↓ Exit Select Menu →← Fixed disk boot sector [Normal] Setting this item to [Write Protect] prevents write access to the boot sector on the hard disk to protect against viruses. The default setting [Normal] allows write access.
  • Page 85 SATA AHCI Enable item appears only when SATA RAID Enable is set to • [Disabled] • AHCI mode item supports only under Windows environment. • Due to the driver limitation, you will not find any SATA driver if you install Fedora core 4. ASUS DSBV-DX Series 4-13...

  • Page 86: Ide Primary Master/Slave; Secondary Master/Slave

    4.3.5 IDE Primary Master/Slave; Secondary Master/Slave Main IDE Primary Master [None] Type: Multi-Sector Transfers: LBA Mode Control: 32-Bit I/O: Transfer Mode: Ultra DMA Mode: Help Select Item ↑↓ Exit Select Menu →← Type: [Auto] Selects the type of IDE drive. Setting to Auto allows automatic selection of the appropriate IDE device type.

  • Page 87: System Information

    Select Item ↑↓ Exit Select Menu →← The items in this menu are non-user configurable. Model Name/Model ID Displays the ASUS internal model information. ASUS-BIOS Displays the BIOS revision and build date. ASUS DSBV-DX Series PhoenixBIOS Setup Utility DSBV-DX/SAS 8051A0 1000.005...
  • Page 88 Processor Information Displays the auto-detected CPU specification. Main Processor Information *** CPU1 : Brand Intel(R) Xeon(TM) CPU 2.83GHz Speed 2.80 GHz Ratio Actual 17 Max 17 Cache L1/32 KB ID/uCode 0F64h/02h Help Select Item ↑↓ Exit Select Menu →← System Memory Information Displays the auto-detected system memory information.

  • Page 89: Advanced Menu

    Scroll down to display the following items: Advanced Processor Options Discrete MTRR Allocation Intel EIST support: F1:Help : Select Item ↑↓ ESC: Exit →← : Select Menu ASUS DSBV-DX Series PhoenixBIOS Setup Utility Security Boot Change Values Enter Select Sub-Menu PhoenixBIOS Setup Utility [1.4]...
  • Page 90 Multiprocessor Specification [1.4] Allows you to configure the MP Specification revision level. Configuration options: [1.1] [1.4] Frequency Ratio [Default] Allows you to select the processor frequency ratio. Configuration options: [Default] [X 12] [X 13] [X 14] [X 15] [X 16] [X 17] The configuration options of Frequency Ratio may vary according to your CPU.
  • Page 91 Allows you to configure the MP Specification revision level. Configuration options: [1.1] [1.4] Numbers of Stop Grant [Per Core] Configuration options: [Per Core] [Single] Intel(R) Virtualization Technology [Enabled] Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] ASUS DSBV-DX Series PhoenixBIOS Setup Utility [1.4] [Per Core] [Enabled] [Enabled]...
  • Page 92 *Machine Checking [Enabled] Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] *Fast String operations [Enabled] Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] *Compatible FPU Code [Disabled] Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] *Split Lock operations [Enabled] Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Thermal Management 2 [Enabled] Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] C1 Enhanced Mode [Enabled] Allows you to enable or disable C1E mode.

  • Page 93: Chipset Configuration

    Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] 4GB PCI Hole Granularity [256 MB] Allows you to select the granularity of the PCI hole for PCI resource. Configuration options: [256 MB] [512 MB] [1.0 GB] [2.0 GB] ASUS DSBV-DX Series PhoenixBIOS Setup Utility [Enabled] [None]...
  • Page 94 Allows you to disable or set the thermal throttling control. Configuration options: [Open Loop] [Closed Loop] [ASUS MemCool FAN] [Disabled] Set this item to [ASUS MemCool FAN] for a better fan management. Open Loop Type [User Define] Allows you to select the Open Loop Type.

  • Page 95: Pci Configuration

    Allows you to configure the specific PCI devices. Advanced PCIX1 Slot Option ROM Scan: [Enabled] Option ROM Scan [Enabled] Allows you to enable or disable the device expansion ROM. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] ASUS DSBV-DX Series PhoenixBIOS Setup Utility [No] [No] [Disabled] Change Values Enter Select...

  • Page 96: Ich Usb Control Sub-Menu

    4.4.4 ICH USB Control Sub-Menu The items in this menu allow you to display the USB configuration settings. Select an item then press <Enter> to display the configuration options. Advanced ICH USB Control Sub-Menu USB Function USB 2.0 Controller Legacy USB Support: Help Select Item ↑↓...

  • Page 97: Peripheral Devices Configuration

    Allows you to set the mode for COM2 port. Configuration options: [Normal] [IR] [ASK-IR] Base I/O address [2F8] Allows you to select the base I/O address for COM2 port. Configuration options: [3F8] [2F8] [3E8] [2E8] ASUS DSBV-DX Series PhoenixBIOS Setup Utility [Enabled] [3F8] [IRQ 4]...
  • Page 98 Interrupt [IRQ 3] Allows you to set the interrupt for COM2 port. Configuration options: [IRQ 3] [IRQ 4] Parallel port [Enabled] Allows you to configure the parallel port. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] [Auto] Base I/O address [378] Allows you to select the base I/O address for the parallel port. Configuration options: [378] [278] [3BC] Interrupt [IRQ 7] Allows you to set the interrupt for the parallel port.

  • Page 99: Acpi Configuration

    Allows you to enable or disable the headless operation mode through ACPI. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] ACPI EMS Support [Disabled] Allows you to enable or disable the ACPI EMS support. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] ASUS DSBV-DX Series PhoenixBIOS Setup Utility [ACPI v1.0] [Disabled] [Disabled]...

  • Page 100: Power On Configuration

    4.4.7 Power On Configuration This menu shows the power configuration settings. Select an item then press <Enter> to display the configuration options. Advanced Restore on AC Power Loss Power On By PS/2 Keyboard Power On By PS/2 Mouse Power On By PME# Power On By RTC Alarm Help Select Item...

  • Page 101: Hardware Monitor

    FRN_FAN2 Speed FRN_FAN3 Speed FRN_FAN4 Speed REAR_FAN1 Speed REAR_FAN2 Speed Smart Fan Control Help Select Item ↑↓ Exit Select Menu →← ASUS DSBV-DX Series PhoenixBIOS Setup Utility C/102 C/84 C/102 C/84 3417 RPM [Smart Fan II] Change Values Enter Select Sub-Menu 5000 series CPU.
  • Page 102 Scroll down to display more items: Advanced CPU1 Domain 0 Target Temperature CPU1 Domain 1 Target Temperature CPU2 Domain 0 Target Temperature CPU2 Domain 1 Target Temperature SYSTEM1 Target Temperature SYSTEM2 Target Temperature FBD_FAN1 Speed VCORE0 Voltage VCORE1 Voltage +1.5V +1.8V +12V +5VSB...
  • Page 103 Configuration options: [49 ºC]~[70 ºC] FBD_FAN1 Speed, VCORE0/1 Voltage, VTT, +1.5V, +1.8V, +3V, +12V, +5V, +5VSB, VBAT These fields show the auto-detected values and are not user-configurable. ASUS DSBV-DX Series PhoenixBIOS Setup Utility 1.25 V 1.21 V 1.56 V 1.79 V...

  • Page 104: Server Menu

    Server menu This Server menu items allow you to customize the server features. Main Advanced Console Redirection DMI Event Logging Help Select Item ↑↓ Exit Select Menu →← 4.5.1 Console Redirection Main Advanced Com Port Address Baud Rate Console Type Flow Control Console connection: Continue C.R.
  • Page 105 Allows you to set the number of video pages to allocate for console redirection when the video hardware is not available. Press <-> or <+> to set the value, or enter the value using the numeric keypad. Configuration options: [1] ~ [8] ASUS DSBV-DX Series 4-33...

  • Page 106: Dmi Event Logging

    4.5.2 DMI Event Logging Main Advanced Event log validity Event log capacity View DMI event log Event Logging ECC Event Logging Mark DMI events as read Clear all DMI event logs Help Select Item ↑↓ Exit Select Menu →← Event log validity, Event log capacity Displays the auto-detected system information.

  • Page 107: Security Menu

    Password Lock Mode Removable Device Boot Enter Current Password Flash Write Enter New Password Confirm New Password Help Select Item ↑↓ Exit Select Menu →← ASUS DSBV-DX Series PhoenixBIOS Setup Utility Security Boot Clear Clear [Enter] [Enter] [Setup] [Disabled] [Enabled] [Enabled] Change Values...
  • Page 108 In the Enter Current Password field, type in your current password. Press <Enter>. The cursor moves to the next field, Enter New Password. Press <Enter>. Do not type anything in this field. The cursor moves to the next field, Confirm New Password. Press <Enter>.

  • Page 109: Boot Menu

    <x> exclude or include the device to boot. <Shift + 1> enable or disable the device. <1 - 4> load default boot sequence. ASUS DSBV-DX Series PhoenixBIOS Setup Utility Security Boot Change Values Enter Select...

  • Page 110: Boot Features

    4.7.2 Boot Features Main Advanced Server Quick Boot Full Logo Display Bootup Num-Lock PS/2 Mouse Summary screen: POST Errors SETUP prompt Interrupt 19 Capture Help Select Item ↑↓ Exit Select Menu →← Quick Boot [Enabled] Enabling this item allows the BIOS to skip some power on self tests (POST) while booting to decrease the time needed to boot the system.

  • Page 111: Exit Menu

    [Yes], then press <Enter> to discard your changes and exit. • select [No], then press <Enter>, or simply press <Esc>, to cancel the command and return to the Exit menu. ASUS DSBV-DX Series PhoenixBIOS Setup Utility Security Boot Change Values...

  • Page 112: Discard Changes

    Discard Changes Select this option to discard the changes that you made, and restore the previously saved values. When a confirmation window appears: • select [Yes], then press <Enter> to discard any changes and load the previously saved values. • select [No], then press <Enter>, or simply press <Esc>, to cancel the command and return to the Exit menu.
  • Page 113 This chapter provides instructions for setting up, creating, and configuring RAID sets using the available utilities. RAID configuration...
  • Page 114 Setting up RAID ... 5-1 LSI Logic Embedded SATA RAID Setup Utility ... 5-3 Intel Matrix Storage Manager Option ROM Utility ... 5-30 ® Global Array Manager ... 5-38 LSI Logic MPT Setup Utility (DSBV-DX/SAS model only) ... 5-39 ASUS DSBV-DX Series...

  • Page 115: Setting Up Raid

    Setting up RAID The motherboard comes with the following RAID solutions: DSBV-DX and DSBV-DX/C model • LSI Logic Embeded SATA RAID and the Intel Matrix Storage Manager embeded in the Intel 6321ESB Southbridge supports Serial ATA hard disk drives and RAID0, RAID1 and RAID0+1 configurations. The Intel Matrix Storage Manager also supports RAID5 configuration.

  • Page 116: Installing Hard Disk Drives

    Intel ® 6321ESB Southbridge. For DSBV-DX/SAS model, you may use the LSI1068 SAS Configuration Utility if you installed SAS hard disk drives to the mini-SAS connector(s) supported by the LSI1068 PCI-X SAS controller. Refer to the succeeding sections for details on how to use each RAID configuration utility.

  • Page 117: Lsi Logic Embedded Sata Raid Setup Utility

    At the bottom of the screen is the legend box. The keys on the legend box allow you to navigate through the setup menu options or execute commands. The keys on the legend box vary according to the menu level. ASUS DSBV-DX Series...

  • Page 118: Creating A Raid 0 Or Raid 1 Set

    Menu Configure Initialize Objects Rebuild Check Consistency Allows you to check the data consistency of the logical drives of a 5.2.1 Creating a RAID 0 or RAID 1 set The LSI Logic Embedded SATA RAID Setup Utility allows you to create a RAID 0 or RAID 1 set using two types of configurations: Easy and New.
  • Page 119 ONLIN A[X]-[Y], where X is the array number, and Y is the drive number. The information of the selected hard disk drive displays at the bottom of the screen. Select all the drives required for the RAID set, then press <Enter>. The configurable array appears on screen. ASUS DSBV-DX Series...
  • Page 120 Press <F10>, select the configurable array, then press <SpaceBar>. Press <F10> again, the logical drive information appears including a Logical Drive menu that allows you to change the logical drive parameters. Chapter 5: RAID configuration...
  • Page 121 <Enter>. When creating a RAID 0 set, proceed to step 10. Select On to enable the Disk Write Cache setting, then press <Enter>. Enabling DWC can improve the performance, but with the risk of data loss. ASUS DSBV-DX Series...
  • Page 122 10. When finished setting the selected logical drive configuration, select Accept from the menu, then press <Enter>. 11. When finished setting the selected logical drive configuration, select Accept from the menu, then press <Enter>. 12. Follow steps 5 to 10 to configure additional logical drives. 13.
  • Page 123 Follow steps 3 to 7 of the previous section. Select Size from the Logical Drive menu, then press <Enter>. Key-in the desired logical drive size, then press <Enter>. Follow steps 8 to 13 of the previous section to create the RAID set. ASUS DSBV-DX Series...

  • Page 124: Creating A Raid 10 Set

    5.2.2 Creating a RAID 10 set You can create a RAID 10 set using four identical hard disk drives. To create a RAID 10 set using the Easy Configuration option: From the utility main menu, highlight Configure, then press <Enter>. Use the arrow keys to select Easy Configuration, then press <Enter>.
  • Page 125 Select all the drives required for the RAID 10 set, then press <Enter>. The configurable array appears on screen. Press <F10>, select the configurable array, then press <SpaceBar>. ASUS DSBV-DX Series 5-11...
  • Page 126 Press <F10> again, the logical drive information appears including a Logical Drive menu that allows you to change the logical drive parameters. Select RAID from the Logical Drive menu, then press <Enter>. Select RAID 10 from the menu, then press <Enter>. You need at least four identical hard disk drives when creating a RAID 10 set.
  • Page 127 10. When finished setting the selected logical drive configuration, select Accept from the menu, then press <Enter>. 11. When prompted, save the configuration, then press <Esc> to return to the Management Menu. ASUS DSBV-DX Series 5-13...

  • Page 128: Adding Or Viewing A Raid Configuration

    5.2.3 Adding or viewing a RAID configuration You can add a new RAID configuration or view an existing configuration using the View/Add Configuration command. Adding a new RAID configuration To add a new RAID configuration: From the Management Menu, highlight Configure, then press <Enter>. Use the arrow keys to select View/Add Configuration, then press <Enter>.
  • Page 129 Press <F10>, select the configurable array, then press <SpaceBar>. Press <F10> again, and select RAID from the Logical Drive menu, then press <Enter>. Select the RAID level from the menu, then press <Enter>. ASUS DSBV-DX Series 5-15...
  • Page 130 Follow steps 8 to 12 of the Creating a RAID set: Using Easy Configuration section. When prompted, save the configuration, then press <Esc> to return to the Management Menu. 10. Follow steps 8 to 13 of the Creating a RAID set: Using Easy Configuration section to add the new RAID configuration.

  • Page 131: Initializing The Logical Drives

    From the Management Menu, highlight Initialize, then press <Enter>. The screen displays the available RAID set(s) and prompts you to select the logical drive to initialize. Use the arrow keys to select the logical drive from the Logical Drive selection, then press <Enter>. ASUS DSBV-DX Series 5-17...
  • Page 132 When prompted, press the <SpaceBar> to select Yes from the Initialize? dialog box, then press <Enter>. You may also press <F10> to initialize the drive without confirmation. Initializing a logical drive(s) erases all data on the drive. A progress bar appears on screen. If desired, press <Esc> to abort initialization.
  • Page 133 When initialization is completed, press <Esc>. Using the Objects command To initialize the logical drives using the Objects command: From the Management Menu, highlight Objects, then press <Enter>. ASUS DSBV-DX Series 5-19...
  • Page 134 Select Logical Drive from the Objects sub-menu, then press <Enter>. Select the logical drive to initialize from the Logical Drives sub-menu, then press <Enter>. Select Initialize from the pop-up menu, then press <Enter> to start initialization. 5-20 Chapter 5: RAID configuration...
  • Page 135 When prompted, press the <SpaceBar> to select Yes from the Initialize? dialog box, then press <Enter>. A progress bar appears on screen. If desired, press <Esc> to abort initialization. When initialization is completed, press <Esc>. ASUS DSBV-DX Seriies 5-21...

  • Page 136: Rebuilding Failed Drives

    5.2.5 Rebuilding failed drives You can manually rebuild failed hard disk drives using the Rebuild command in the Management Menu. To rebuild a failed hard disk drive: From the Management Menu, highlight Rebuild, then press <Enter>. The PHYSICAL DRIVES SELECTION MENU displays the available drives connected to the SATA ports.
  • Page 137 After selecting the drive to rebuild, press <F10>. The indicator for the selected drive now shows RBLD. When prompted, press <Y> to to rebuild the drive. When rebuild is complete, press any key to continue. ASUS DSBV-DX Seriies 5-23...

  • Page 138: Checking The Drives For Data Consistency

    5.2.6 Checking the drives for data consistency You can check and verify the accuracy of data redundancy in the selected logical drive. The utility can automatically detect and/or detect and correct any differences in data redundancy depending on the selected option in the Objects > Adapter menu.
  • Page 139 • Continue - Continues the consistency check. • Abort - Aborts the consistency check. When you restart checking, it continues from zero percent. When checking is complete, press any key to continue. ASUS DSBV-DX Seriies 5-25...
  • Page 140 Using the Objects command To check data consistency using the Objects command: From the Management Menu, select Objects, then select Logical Drive from the menu. Use the arrow keys to select the logical drive you want to check, then press <Enter>.

  • Page 141: Deleting A Raid Configuration

    From the Management Menu, select Configure > Clear Configuration, then press <Enter>. When prompted, use the arrow keys to select Yes from the Clear Configuration? dialog box, then press <Enter>. The utility clears the current array. Press any key to continue. ASUS DSBV-DX Seriies 5-27...

  • Page 142: Selecting The Boot Drive From A Raid Set

    5.2.8 Selecting the boot drive from a RAID set You must have created a new RAID configuration before you can select the boot drive from a RAID set. Refer to the Creating a RAID set: Using New Configuration section for details. To select the boot drive from a RAID set: From the Management Menu, select Configure >...

  • Page 143: Enabling The Writecache

    To enable WriteCache: From the Management Menu, select Objects > Adapter, then press <Enter> to display the adapter properties. Select WriteCache, then press <Enter> to turn the option On (enabled). When finished, press any key to continue. ASUS DSBV-DX Seriies 5-29...

  • Page 144: Intel ® Matrix Storage Manager Option Rom Utility

    Intel Option ROM Utility The Intel ® Matrix Storage Manager Option ROM utility allows you to create RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 0+1, and RAID 5 set(s) from Serial ATA hard disk drives. To enter the Intel Matrix Storage Manager Option ROM Utility: ®...

  • Page 145: Creating A Raid 0 Set (Stripe)

    Select 2 to 4 disks to use in creating the volume. [ ↑↓ ]-Previous/Next Use the up/down arrow key to highlight a drive, then press <Spacebar> to select. A small triangle marks the selected drive. Press <Enter> after completing your selection. ASUS DSBV-DX Series CREATE ARRAY MENU Name: Volume0 RAID0(Stripe)
  • Page 146 Use the up/down arrow key to select the stripe size for the RAID 0 array, then press <Enter>. The available stripe size values range from 4 KB to 128 KB. The default stripe size is 128 KB. A lower stripe size is recommended for server systems. A higher stripe size is recommended for multimedia computer systems used mainly for audio and video editing.

  • Page 147: Creating A Raid 1 Set (Mirror)

    Highlight RAID Level, press the up/down arrow key to select RAID 1 (Mirror), then press <Enter>. Follow steps 4 to 5 and 7 to 9 of the previous section to create the RAID 1 set. ASUS DSBV-DX Series CREATE ARRAY MENU Name: Volume1...

  • Page 148: Creating A Raid 10 Set (Stripe + Mirror)

    5.3.3 Creating a RAID 10 set (Stripe + Mirror) To create a RAID 10 set: From the utility main menu, select 1. Create RAID Volume, then press <Enter>. This screen appears. Intel(R) Matrix Storage Manager Option ROM v5.0.0.1032 ESB2 wRAID5 Copyright(C) 2003-05 Intel Corporation.

  • Page 149: Creating A Raid 5 Set (Parity)

    Highlight RAID Level, press the up/down arrow key to select RAID5, then press <Enter>. Follow steps 4 to 9 of section 5.3.1 Creating a RAID 0 set (striped) to create the RAID 5 set. ASUS DSBV-DX Series CREATE ARRAY MENU Name: Volume1...

  • Page 150: Deleting A Raid Set

    5.3.5 Deleting a RAID set Take caution when deleting a RAID set. You will lose all data on the hard disk drives when you delete a RAID set. To delete a RAID set: From the utility main menu, select 2. Delete RAID Volume, then press <Enter>...

  • Page 151: Resetting Disks To Non-Raid

    From the utility main menu, select 4. Exit, then press <Enter>. This window appears. Are you sure you want to exit? (Y/N): Press <Y> to exit or press <N> to return to the utility main menu. ASUS DSBV-DX Series RESET RAID DATA Serial # Size XXXXXXXX XX.XGB Member Disk...

  • Page 152: Global Array Manager

    Global Array Manager You may also create a RAID set(s) in Windows Global Array Manager (GAM) application. The GAM application is available from the motherboard support CD. Refer to the GAM user guide in the motherboard support CD for details. 5-38 operating environment using the ®...

  • Page 153: Lsi Logic Mpt Setup Utility (Dsbv-Dx/Sas Model Only)

    LSI Logic MPT Setup Utility (DSBV-DX/SAS model only) The LSI Logic MPT Setup Utility is an integrated RAID solution that allows you to allows you to create the following RAID set(s) from SAS hard disk drives supported by the LSI1068 PCI-X SAS controller: •...
  • Page 154 The following screen appears. Select a channel and press <Enter> to enter the setup. LSI Logic Config Utility v6.08.05.00 (2006.08.02) Adapter List Adapter SAS1068 Esc = Exit Menu Allt+N = Global Properties -/+ = Alter Boot Order The numbers of the channel depend on the controller. The Adapter Properties screen appears.
  • Page 155 The disk is not large enough to mirror existing data on the primary drive. • The disk has been selected as the Hot Spare for the RAID array. • The disk is already part of another array. ASUS DSBV-DX Series ------ Disk Status Fail...
  • Page 156 A confirmation screen appears. Press <M> to keep existing data on the first disk. If you choose this option, data on the first disk will be mirrored on the second disk that you will add to the volume later. Make sure the data you want to mirror is on the first disk. Press <D>...

  • Page 157: Integrated Mirroring Enhanced

    Select New Array Type -- SAS1068 Create IM Volume Create IME Volume Create IS Volume Esc = Exit Menu F1/Shift+1 = Help Enter = Choose array type to create ASUS DSBV-DX Series SAS1068 05.03.00 1.15.00.00-IR 500E0180:60831008 25.02 Disabled (Enabled OS only)
  • Page 158 The Create New Array screen shows the disks you can add to make up the IME volume. Integrated Mirroring Enhanced (IME) supports three to eight disks, or seven mirrored disks plus a hot spare disk. Use the arrow key to select a disk, then move the cursor to the RAID Disk column.

  • Page 159: Integrated Striping (Is) Volume

    NVIDIA Version Status Boot Order Boot Support RAID Properties SAS Topology Advanced Adapter Properties Esc = Exit Menu Enter = Select Item -/+ = Change Item ASUS DSBV-DX Series SAS1068 05.03.00 1.15.00.00-IR 500E0180:60831008 25.02 Disabled (Enabled OS only) F1/Shift+1 = Help...
  • Page 160 The Select New Array Type screen apprears. Use the arrow keys to select Create IS Volume, then press <Enter>. LSI Logic Config Utility v6.08.05.00 (2006.08.02) Select New Array Type -- SAS1068 Create IM Volume Create IME Volume Create IS Volume Esc = Exit Menu Enter = Choose array type to create The Create New Array screen shows the disks you can add to make up the IS volume.
  • Page 161 Create and save new array? Cancel Exit Save changes then exit this menu Discard changes then exit this menu Exit the Configuration Utility and Reboot The utility creates the array. LSI Logic Config Utility v6.08.05.00 (2006.08.02) Processing...may take up 1 minute Creating RAID array ASUS DSBV-DX Series 5-47...

  • Page 162: Managing Arrays

    5.5.4 Managing Arrays The LSI Logic MPT Setup Utility allows you to perform other tasks related to configuring and maintaining IM and IME volumes. Refer to this section to view volume properties, manage the hot spare disk, synchronize the array, activate the array, and delete the array. Viewing volume properties To view volume properties: On the main menu, select RAID Properties.
  • Page 163 Size(MB) Status Manage Array Slot Device Identifier RAID Hot Drive Pred Size SEAGATE ST373454SS SEAGATE ST373454SS SEAGATE ST373454SS Esc = Exit Menu Enter=Select Item Alt+N=Next Array ASUS DSBV-DX Series 1 of 1 51498 Optimal Disk Status 0003 0003 0003 F1/Shift+1 = Help C = Create an array...
  • Page 164 Managing hot spares You may configure one disk as a global hot spare to protect critical data on the IM/ IME volume(s). You may create the hot spare disk at the same time you create the IM/IME volume. Refer to this section when adding a hot spare disk on an existing volume.
  • Page 165 Size(MB) Status Manage Hot Spare Synnchronize Array Activate Array Delete Array Esc = Exit Menu Enter = Select Item Press <Y> to begin the synchronization, or <N> to cancel. ASUS DSBV-DX Series 51498 Optimal Status Fail 0003 [NO] 0003 [NO]...

  • Page 166: Activating An Array

    Activating an array If an array is removed from one controller/computer or moved to another, the array is considered inactive. When you add the array back to the system, you may reactivate the array. To activate the array: From the Manage Array screen, select Activate Array, then press <Enter>. LSI Logic Config Utility v6.08.05.00 (2006.08.02) Manage Array -- SAS1068 Identifier LSILOGICLogical Volume 3000...

  • Page 167: Viewing Sas Topology

    Device Identifier Device SAS1068105:03:001 ﹂ Enclosure Bay 0 ﹂ Bay 1 Bay 2 Bay 3 ﹂ IS VOL Esc=Exit F1=Help Alt+D=Device Properties ASUS DSBV-DX Series SAS1068 05.03.00 1.15.00.00-IR 500E0180:60831008 25.02 Disabled (Enabled OS only) F1/Shift+1 = Help Info Direct Attach Devices Controller...

  • Page 168: Selecting A Boot Disk

    Selecting a boot disk You can select a boot disk in the SAS Topology screen. This disk is then moved to scan ID 0 on the next boot, and remains at this position. This makes it easier to set BIOS boot device options and to keep the boot device constant during device additions and removals.

  • Page 169: Global Properties

    Global Properties Pause When Boot Alert Displayed Boot Information Display Mode Support Interrupt Restore Defaults Esc = Exit Menu Allt+N = Adapter List -/+ = Change Item ASUS DSBV-DX Series FW Revision Status Slot 1.15.00.00-IR Disabled Ins/Del = Alter Boot List [No] [Display adapters &...
  • Page 170 Boot Information Display Mode Sets the disk information display mode. Configuration options: [Display adapters & installed devices] [Display minimal information] [Display adapters and all devices] [Display adapters only] LSI Logic Config Utility v6.08.05.00 (2006.08.02) Adapter List Pause When Boot Alert Displayed Boot Information Display Mode Support Interrupt Restore Defaults Esc = Exit Menu...

  • Page 171: Restore Defaults

    Pause When Boot Alert Displayed Boot Information Display Mode Support Interrupt Restore Defaults Esc = Exit Menu Allt+N = Adapter List -/+ = Change Item ASUS DSBV-DX Series [No] [Display adapters & installed devices] [Hook interrupt, the Default] F1/Shift+1 = Help 5-57...
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  • Page 173: Chapter 6: Driver Installation

    This chapter provides instructions for installing the necessary drivers for different system components. Driver installation...
  • Page 174 Chapter summary RAID driver installation ... 6-1 Intel chipset software installation ... 6-13 LAN driver installation ... 6-16 VGA driver installation... 6-22 Management application and utilities installation ... 6-24 ASUS DSBV-DX Series...

  • Page 175: Raid Driver Installation

    Create INTEL 6321 LSI MegaRAID for RHEL3 UP6 32/64 bit Driver Disk Create INTEL 6321 LSI MegaRAID for RHEL4 UP4 32/64 bit Driver Disk Create the DSBV-DX/SAS emergent BIOS Recovery diskette Flash Phoenix BIOS for DSBV-DX/SAS MB Create the DSBV-DX/C emergent BIOS Recovery diskette...
  • Page 176 Press <Enter>. Follow screen instructions to create the driver disk. To create a RAID driver disk in Windows Restart the system from the hard disk drive, then place the system/ motherboard support CD in the optical drive. Browse the contents of the support CD to locate the driver disk utility. The Windows 32-bit OS RAID driver disk for the Intel located in: \Drivers\6321 Matrix Storage Manager\F6 Install Floppy Create for...
  • Page 177 For systems with other Lunix versions that are not listed in the Makedisk menu, explore the support CD and copy the driver file from the following path: For LSI Logic Embedded SATA RAID Driver:\Drivers\6321 LSI MegaRAID\ Driver\Linux\; For LSI1068 SAS RAID Driver:\Drivers\LSI 1068\Drivers\Linux\ ASUS DSBV-DX Series Enterprise Linux / SUSE Linux Enterprise ®...

  • Page 178: Installing The Raid Controller Driver

    6.1.2 Installing the RAID controller driver Windows XP/2000/2003 Server OS ® When installing the LSI 1068 driver to your OS, make sure the driver you are installing supports your current installed OS. We STRONGLY RECOMMEND that you use the LSI 1068 SAS utility bundled in the support CD to create a driver disk.
  • Page 179 • ® - If SATA RAID mode is to enabled, select Intel ESB2 SATA RAID Controller (Server ESB2). - If SATA AHCI mode is enabled, select Intel ESB2 SATA AHCI Controller (Server ESB2). ASUS DSBV-DX Series MATRIX STORAGE driver: ®...
  • Page 180 Intel 6321ESB LSI Logic Embedded SATA RAID driver (DSBV-DX model • ® only): - For Windows 2000 OS, select LSI MegaRAID Software RAID (Windows 2000 SP4). - For Windows XP/2003 OS, select LSI MegaRAID Software RAID (Windows XP/2003). LSI1068 PCI-X SAS controller driver (DSBV-DX/ SAS model only): •...
  • Page 181 Click the Hardware tab, then click the Device Manager button. Click the “+” sign before the item SCSI and RAID controllers, then the LSI Adapter, SAS 3000 series, 8-port with 1068-StorPort item should appear. The screen differs based on the controller. ASUS DSBV-DX Series ® desktop , then select...
  • Page 182 Right-click the RAID controller driver item, then select Properties from the menu. Click the Driver tab, then click the Driver Details button to display the RAID controller drivers. Click OK when finished. Red Hat Enterprise ® To install the Intel 6321ESB LSI Logic Embedded SATA RAID controller driver ®...
  • Page 183 Select Yes using the <Tab> key when asked if you have the driver disk. Press <Enter> Select fd0 using the <Tab> key when asked to select the driver disk source. Press <Tab> to move the cursor to OK, then press <Enter>. ASUS DSBV-DX Series...
  • Page 184 When prompted, insert the Red Hat disk drive, select OK, then press <Enter>. The drivers for the RAID controller are installed to the system. Follow screen instructions to continue the OS installation. 6-10 Enterprise RAID driver disk to the floppy ®...
  • Page 185 To install the RAID controller driver when installing SuSE Linux OS: Boot the system from the SuSE Installation CD. Select Installation from the Boot Options menu, then press <Enter>. A message instructs you to prepare the RAID driver disk. Press <F6>. ASUS DSBV-DX Series 6-11...
  • Page 186 When prompted, insert the RAID driver disk to the floppy disk drive, then press <Enter>. When prompted, select the floppy disk drive (fd0) as the driver update medium, select OK, then press <Enter>. The drivers for the RAID controller are installed to the system. 6-12 Chapter 6: Driver installation...

  • Page 187: Intel Chipset Software Installation

    Insert the motherboard/system support CD to the optical drive. The support CD automatically displays the Drivers menu if Autorun is enabled in your computer. Click the item Intel(R) Chipset Software Installation Utility from the menu. ASUS DSBV-DX Series ® chipset software on a Windows XP/2000 / chipset software: ®...
  • Page 188 The Intel(R) Chipset Software Installation Utility window appears. Follow the screen instructions to complete installation. Select Yes to accept the terms of the License Agreement and continue the process. 6-14 Chapter 6: Driver installation...
  • Page 189 Read the Readme File Information and press Next to activate the installation. After completing the installation, click Finish to restart the computer. ASUS DSBV-DX Series 6-15...

  • Page 190: Lan Driver Installation

    LAN driver installation This section provides the instructions on how to install Intel drivers. 6.3.1 Windows XP/2000/Server 2003 To install the Intel Gigabit LAN controller driver on a Windows ® 2003 OS: Restart the computer, and then log on with Administrator privileges. Insert the motherboard/system support CD to the optical drive.
  • Page 191 Click the Install Drivers option to begin installation. Click Next button when the Intel InstallShield Wizard window appears. ASUS DSBV-DX Series PRO Network Connections – ® 6-17...
  • Page 192 Select the “I accept the terms in the license agreement” and then click the Next button. Press the Complete and click Next button to fully install the driver, Intel PROSet for Windows Device Manager and Advanced Networking Services. 6-18 ® Chapter 6: Driver installation...
  • Page 193 Follow the screen instructions to complete installation. When finished, press Finish to continue. ASUS DSBV-DX Series 6-19...
  • Page 194 To verify the LAN controller driver installation: Right-click the My Computer icon on the Windows Properties from the menu. Click the Hardware tab, then click the Device Manager button. Click the “+” sign before the item Network adapters, then Intel(R) PRO/1000 EB Network Connection with I/O Acceleration item should appear.

  • Page 195: Red Hat/Suse Linux

    Use the command “makeinstall” to compile the driver module. makeinstall After reboot the system, please refer to Linux distribution documentation to configure the network protocol and IP address. ASUS DSBV-DX Series ® LAN controller base driver for 6-21...

  • Page 196: Vga Driver Installation

    VGA driver installation This section provides instructions on how to install the XGI Volari Z7 Video Graphics Adapter (VGA) driver. 6.4.1 Windows You need to manually install the XGI Volari Z7 VGA driver on a Windows Server 2003 operating system. To install the XGI Volari Z7 VGA driver: Restart the computer, then log on with Administrator privileges.
  • Page 197 The XGI VGA Package window appears. Click Next to start the installation. The system will update the VGA driver. When the installation completes, click Finish to restart your computer before using the program. ASUS DSBV-DX Series 6-23...

  • Page 198: Management Applications And Utilities Installation

    The contents of the support CD are subject to change at any time without notice. Visit the ASUS website (www.asus.com) for updates. 6.5.1 Running the support CD Place the support CD to the optical drive.

  • Page 199: Management Software Menu

    Click an item to install. 6.5.5 Contact information Click the Contact tab to display the ASUS contact information. You can also find this information on the inside front cover of this user guide. ASUS DSBV-DX Series 6-25...
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  • Page 201: Appendix: Reference Information

    This appendix includes additional information that you may refer to when configuring the motherboard. Reference information...
  • Page 202 Appendix summary DSBV-DX/SAS model block diagram ...A-1 DSBV-DX/C model block diagram ...A-2 DSBV-DX model block diagram ...A-3 ASUS DSBV-DX Series...

  • Page 203: Dsbv-Dx/Sas Model Block Diagram

    DSBV-DX/SAS model block diagram ASUS DSBV-DX Series...

  • Page 204: Dsbv-Dx/C Model Block Diagram

    DSBV-DX/C model block diagram Appendix A: Reference information...

  • Page 205: Dsbv-Dx Model Block Diagram

    DSBV-DX model block diagram ASUS DSBV-DX Series...
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