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Safety Approvals CE Marking FCC Class A FCC Compliance This equipment has been tested and complies with the limits for a Class A 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.
Most electronic components are sensitive to static electrical charge. Disconnect the power cords from the NA552 Series before making any installation. Be sure both the system and the external devices are turned OFF. Sudden surge of power could ruin sensitive components. Make sure the NA552 Series is properly grounded.
Table of Contents Disclaimers ..................... ii Safety Approvals ................... iii Safety Precautions ..................iv Chapter 1 Introduction .......... 1 General Description ................1 Features ....................1 Specifications ..................2 Dimensions and Outlines ..............4 I/O Outlets .................... 5 1.5.1 Front Panel ....................5 1.5.2 Rear Panel ....................
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2.5.2 Installing the Memory ................26 2.5.3 Installing the Hard Disks ................27 Chapter 3 AMI BIOS Setup Utility ......29 Starting ....................29 Navigation Keys ................29 Main Menu ..................30 Advanced Menu ................. 31 Chipset Menu ..................41 Boot Menu ..................
NA552 Series User’s Manual Chapter 1 Introduction This chapter contains general information and detailed specifications of the NA552 Series Network Appliance Server. It contains the following sections: General Description Features Specifications Dimensions and Outlines I/O Outlets...
NA552 Series User’s Manual Specifications System System CPU ® and 2 generation Intel Xeon / Intel Core processor (Ivy Bridge & Sandy Bridge), max. 95W System Chipset ® Intel C216 System Memory Four DDR3 1333 DIMM sockets support up to 32GB none-buffer none-ECC/ECC memory (dual channel) ...
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NA552 Series User’s Manual Watchdog Timer One for System Reset: 255 levels, 1-255 sec LAN Module 1 for LAN bypass: 7 levels, 1-64 sec LAN Module 2 for LAN bypass: 7 levels, 1-64 sec LAN Module 3 for LAN bypass: 7 levels, 1-64 sec ...
FCC class A / CE class A Note: All specifications and images are subject to change without notice. Dimensions and Outlines The following diagram shows you dimensions and outlines of the NA552 Series. Default: 18 LAN ports Expandable up to 26 LAN ports...
NA552 Series User’s Manual I/O Outlets Locate front and rear panel I/O outlets on the NA552 Series server to connect serial and ethernet interface devices. 1.5.1 Front Panel Programmable LED L1, L2 (Yellow) The L1 and L2 LEDs are controlled by programmable GPIO. A sample code will be provided that allow users to define their own function.
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NA552 Series User’s Manual Transfer Rate for LAN port (AX93318) The double-color LED light indicates 10/100/1000Mbps transfer rate. LED Light Color Transfer Rate Dark 10Mbps Green 100Mbps Orange 1000Mbps If the LED is dark and Active/Link LED is lighting on flashing, the transfer rate should be 10Mbps.
NA552 Series User’s Manual 1.5.2 Rear Panel Power Supply System power supply with on/off switch; use power cord to connect this power supply to electrical outlet (AC). This is a standard D-Sub connector commonly used for VGA display.
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SATA II cable x 2 for 2.5” SATA HDDs CPU heat sink x 1 If you can not find this package or any items are missing, please contact Axiomtek distributors immediately. If you order any optional components, the package might contain those additional hardware or documents accordingly.
And remove jumper clip from 2 jumper pins to open. Below illustration shows how to set up jumper. This section provides the information about jumpers and connectors of NA552 Series. Properly configure jumper settings on the main board in this appliance to meet your application purpose.
NA552 Series User’s Manual 2.3.1 Restore BIOS Optimal Defaults Jumper (JP4) Use this jumper to erase and restore CMOS memory and BIOS setting. Put jumper clip to pin 2-3 for a few seconds then move it back to pin 1-2. By doing this procedure CMOS data resets to its safe default settings.
NA552 Series User’s Manual Connectors Signals go to other parts of the system through connectors. Loose or improper connection might cause problems, please make sure all connectors are properly and firmly connected. Here is a summary table which shows all connectors on the hardware.
NA552 Series User’s Manual 2.4.1 PS/2 Keyboard and Mouse Connector (CN1) This is PS/2 keyboard and mouse connector. Signal Signal KBDATA KBCLK MSDATA MSCLK 2.4.2 VGA Connector (CN2) This is a 16-pin connector which is commonly used for CRT VGA monitor.
NA552 Series User’s Manual 2.4.4 8-pin ATX 12V CPU Power Connector (CN4) This is an 8-pin power supply interface. External power supply plug fits into it in only one orientation. Properly press down power supply plug until it completely and firmly fits into this connector.
NA552 Series User’s Manual 2.4.9 Front Panel Connector (CN11) Signal Power LED (+) 3, 5 Power LED (-) External Buzzer (+) External Buzzer (-) 9, 10 Power Button 11, 12 Reset Button HDD LED (+) HDD LED (-) Power LED Pin 1 connects anode(+) of LED and pin 3 (also pin 5) connects cathode(-) of LED.
NA552 Series User’s Manual Compact Flash™ Socket (CF1) (optional) 2.4.12 Signal Signal Data 3 Data 4 Data 5 Data 6 Data 7 CS0# Address 10 ATASEL Address 9 Address 8 Address 7 Address 6 Address 5 Address 4 Address 3...
NA552 Series User’s Manual 2.4.13 CFast Socket:CFAST1 The board is equipped with a CFastTM socket on the solder side to support a SATA signal card. The socket is especially designed to avoid incorrect installation of the CFastTM card. When installing or removing the CFastTM card, please make sure the system power is off.
Signal SATA_TX+ SATA_TX- SATA_RX- SATA_RX+ Hardware Installation This section provides information of how to install the NA552 Series. 2.5.1 Installing the CPU ® Before installing the processor, please access Intel website for more detail information of Processor Integration Video (LGA1155): http://www.intel.com/support/tw/processors/sb/CS-030860.htm...
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NA552 Series User’s Manual Step2 Removing the socket protective cover: Place thumb against the front edge of the protective cover and rest index finger on the rear grip to maintain control of the cover. Lift the front edge of the protective cover to disengage from the socket. Keep control of the cover by holding the rear grip with index finger.
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NA552 Series User’s Manual Step3 Processor installation: Lift processor package from shipping media by grasping the substrate edges. Scan the processor package gold pads for any presence of foreign material. If necessary, the gold pads can be wiped clean with a soft lint-free cloth and isopropyl alcohol.
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NA552 Series User’s Manual Verify that package is within the socket body and properly connected to orientation keys. Close the socket (see image below): Gently lower the load plate. Make sure load plate's front edge slides under the shoulder screw cap as the lever is lowered.
NA552 Series User’s Manual 2.5.2 Installing the Memory The board supports four 240-pin DDR3 DIMM memory sockets with maximum memory capacity up to 32GB. Please follow steps below to install the memory modules: Push down latches on each side of the DIMM socket.
NA552 Series User’s Manual 2.5.3 Installing the Hard Disks The system supports one 3.5” HDD or two 2.5” HDDs. One 3.5” HDD Two 2.5” HDD Hardware and Installation...
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NA552 Series User’s Manual Chapter 3 AMI BIOS Setup Utility The AMI BIOS provides users with a built-in setup program to modify basic system configuration. All configured parameters are stored in a battery-backed-up RAM (CMOS RAM) to save the setup information whenever the power is turned off. This chapter provides users with detailed description about how to set up basic system configuration through the AMI BIOS setup utility.
NA552 Series User’s Manual Main Menu When you first enter the setup utility, you will enter the Main setup screen. You can always return to the Main setup screen by selecting the Main tab. System Time/Date can be set up as described below.
NA552 Series User’s Manual Advanced Menu Launch Storage OpROM This item can enable or disable boot option for legacy mass storage devices with option ROM. The Advanced menu also allows users to set configuration of the CPU and other system devices.
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NA552 Series User’s Manual LBP @Power Off (All SEG) For Power off LAN Bypass setting, use LBP @PowerOff item to “Disabled”, “Enabled” or “Last State” for LAN Bypass all segments. Launch PXE OpROM This screen shows “Enable” or “Disable” Boot Option for PXE Devices with Option ROM.
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NA552 Series User’s Manual ACPI Settings You can use this screen to select options for the ACPI Configuration, and change the value of the selected option. A description of the selected item appears on the right side of the screen.
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NA552 Series User’s Manual Trusted Computing This item supports security devices. Enable or Disable BIOS support for security devices. AMI BIOS Setup Utility...
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NA552 Series User’s Manual CPU Configuration This screen shows the CPU Configuration, and you can change the value of the selected option. AMI BIOS Setup Utility...
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NA552 Series User’s Manual SATA Configuration You can use this screen to select options for the SATA Configuration, and change the value of the selected option. A description of the selected item appears on the right side of the screen.
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NA552 Series User’s Manual Super IO Configuration You can use this screen to select options for the Super IO Configuration, and change the value of the selected option. A description of the selected item appears on the right side of the screen.
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NA552 Series User’s Manual Serial Port 1 Configuration This option specifies the base I/O port address and Interrupt Request address of serial port 2. The Optimal setting is 3F8/IRQ4. AMI BIOS Setup Utility...
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NA552 Series User’s Manual H/W Monitor This screen monitors hardware health. This screen displays the temperature of system and CPU, cooling fan speed in RPM and system voltages (CPUVCORE, VTT, +3.3V, +12V and +5V). AMI BIOS Setup Utility...
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NA552 Series User’s Manual Serial Port Console Redirection Console Redirection Use this item to enable or disable console redirection. The settings specify how the host computer and remote computer (which the user is using) will exchange data. Both computers should have the same or compatible setting.
NA552 Series User’s Manual Chipset Menu The Chipset menu allows users to change the advanced chipset settings. You can select any of the items in the left frame of the screen to go to the sub menus: ► North Bridge ►...
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NA552 Series User’s Manual Memory Information This screen allows users to configure parameters of North Bridge Chipset. AMI BIOS Setup Utility...
NA552 Series User’s Manual Boot Menu The Boot menu allows users to change boot options of the system. Setup Prompt Timeout Number of seconds to wait for setup activation key. 65535(0xFFFF) means indefinite waiting. Bootup NumLock State Use this item to select the power-on/off state for the NumLock. The default setting is on.
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NA552 Series User’s Manual Quiet Boot Use this item to enable or disable the Quite Boot state. The default setting is disabling. GateA20 Active If “Upon Request” is selected, GA20 can be disabled using BIOS services. If “Always” is selected, disabling G20 is not allowed;...
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NA552 Series User’s Manual Boot Option Priorities You could set the system boot order of the legacy devices in this group. You could sets the system boot order in option #1 or #2. AMI BIOS Setup Utility...
NA552 Series User’s Manual Security Menu The Security menu allows users to change the security settings for the system. Administrator Password This item indicates whether an administrator password has been set. If the password has been installed, Installed displays. If not, Not Installed displays.
NA552 Series User’s Manual Save & Exit Menu The Save & Exit menu allows users to load your system configuration with optimal or fail-safe default values. Save Changes and Exit When you have completed the system configuration changes, select this option to leave Setup and return to Main Menu.
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NA552 Series User’s Manual Save Changes and Reset When you have completed the system configuration changes, select this option to leave Setup and reboot the computer so the new system configuration parameters can take effect. Select Save Changes and Reset from the Save & Exit menu and press <Enter>. Select Yes to save changes and reset.
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NA552 Series User’s Manual Save Changes When you have completed the system configuration changes, select this option to save changes. Select Save Changes from the Save & Exit menu and press <Enter>. Select Yes to save changes. Discard Changes Select this option to quit Setup without making any permanent changes to the system configuration.
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NA552 Series User’s Manual Restore Defaults It automatically sets all Setup options to a complete set of default settings when you select this option. The Optimal settings are designed for maximum system performance, but may not work best for all computer applications. In particular, do not use the Optimal Setup options if your computer is experiencing system configuration problems.
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NA552 Series User’s Manual Restore User Defaults It automatically sets all Setup options to a complete set of User Defaults when you select this option. Select Restore User Defaults from the Save & Exit menu and press <Enter>. AMI BIOS Setup Utility...
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The NA552 series LAN bypass function is very flexible. It can be selected at any time and any stage. You can enable LAN bypass for power on state by BIOS, or by software program when entering into the OS.
NA552 Series User’s Manual LAN Bypass Register Configuration Power ON Bypass Control Register Address: Slot 1 Slot 2 Slot 3 0x8E0 0x8E4 0x8E8 BYM1 BYM0 SEGN4 SEGN3 SEGN2 SEGN1 Default value: 00000000 Bit 7~6 BYM1~0 These bits are used to set bypass mode.
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NA552 Series User’s Manual Bits3~0 SEGF4~1 Use the corresponding bit to configure each segment. Setting the bit to 1 enables LAN bypass on the segment when power off. Clearing the bit to 0 disables LAN bypass on the segment when power off.
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NA552 Series User’s Manual LAN Bypass Status / Firmware Version Register Address: Slot 1 Slot 2 Slot 3 0x8E3 0x8E7 0x8EB VER3 VER2 VER1 VER0 Lan Bypass Seg.1 status Disable=0; Enable=1 Bit3~0 Bit 7~4 Firmware version Without Lan bypass function=1111...
NA552 Series User’s Manual Appendix B WDT Timer for System Reset WDT (Watchdog Timer) The hardware supports the WDT (Watchdog Timer) function. While time-out happens after a defaulted period, the WDT will reset the system. Note : The sample codes for the above features can be found in the CD, and they are only for customers’...
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NA552 Series User’s Manual Appendix C LAN Module Expansion You can install LAN module(s) into NA552’s front-accessible expansion slots to meet your application requirement. Here are some LAN module configurations for your selection: AX93316-8GIL AX93322-8FI AX93322-8MIL AX93307-2TI AX93307-2TIL AX93317-2TIL LAN Module Expansion...
NA552 Series User’s Manual LAN Bypass Control Jumper (JP2/JP3) Use this jumper to select the LAN Bypass Function . Description Function Jumper Setting All SEG. Bypass as same as Power Off status LAN Bypass Trigger when Power All SEG Bypass Disable(Default)
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NA552 Series User’s Manual LED Definition AX93316/AX93326 LAN bypass LED LAN bypass LED While running the LAN By-Pass function, the LED always lights up. Active LED (Single color)for for LAN port #1, port#2, port#3, port#4, port #5, port#6, port#7, port#8 ...
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NA552 Series User’s Manual AX93322-8FI Transfer Rate LED Light Color Down Fiber port Active: Orange Up Fiber port Active: Orange Down Fiber port Link: Orange Up Fiber port Link: Orange LAN Module Expansion...
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NA552 Series User’s Manual AX93322-8MIL LAN bypass LED FIBER: Transfer Rate LED Light Color Down Fiber port Active: Orange Up Fiber port Active: Orange Down Fiber port Link: Orange Up Fiber port Link: Orange Copper: LAN bypass LED ...
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NA552 Series User’s Manual When this LED and Link/Active LED both are dark. No networking devices are attached Transfer Rate LED Light Color 10Mbps Dark 100Mbps Green 1000Mbps Orange AX93317 LAN bypass LED LAN bypass LED While running the LAN By-Pass function, the LED always lights up.
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NA552 Series User’s Manual AX93307 LAN bypass LED LAN bypass LED While running the LAN By-Pass function, the LED always lights up. Active LED (Single color)for for LAN port #1, port#2 The orange LED is on when the LAN port connection is working.
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NA552 Series User’s Manual Appendix D Warning This is a class A Product. In a domestic Environment this Product may cause radio interference in which case the user may be required to take adequate measures. It will be danger if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replacing only with the same or equivalent type is highly recommended by the manufacturer.
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