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Summarization of Contents
Safety Information
Electrical Safety
Precautions for safe electrical handling during installation and operation of the server.
Operation Safety
Guidelines for safe mechanical operations, environmental considerations, and handling technical problems.
Optical Drive Safety Information
Specific safety instructions related to the optical drive, including laser safety.
About This Guide
Audience
Identifies the intended users of the manual, such as system integrators and experienced users.
Conventions
Typography and Symbols
Explains formatting, key notations, warning symbols, and command syntax used in the manual.
Chapter 1: Product Introduction
System Package Contents
Lists all items included in the server's package for the RS700A-E9 Series models.
Serial Number Label
Explains the location and importance of the server's serial number for support requests.
System Specifications
Details the hardware specifications of the RS700A-E9 Series, including processor, memory, and storage.
Front Panel Features
Describes the components and layout of the server's front panel, including buttons and LEDs.
Rear Panel Features
Details the connectors and components on the server's rear panel.
Internal Features
Illustrates and lists the main internal components of the server for both models.
LED Information
Explains the function and status of various LEDs on the front and rear panels of the server.
Q-Code Table
Provides a reference for POST codes indicating system status or errors during boot.
Chapter 2: Hardware Information
Chassis Cover Removal
Step-by-step instructions for safely removing the server's chassis cover.
CPU Installation and Heatsink
Guides on installing the CPU and its associated heatsink onto the motherboard's Socket SP3.
System Memory Overview and Configuration
Details the DIMM sockets, types, and recommended memory configurations for optimal performance.
Storage Device Installation
Procedures for installing 2.5" and 3.5" hot-swap SATA/SAS storage devices into the bays.
Expansion Slot Installation
Instructions for installing expansion cards into the riser card and butterfly riser brackets.
Cable Connections
Details the pre-connected system cables and their functions for connecting components.
Removable/Optional Components Installation
Guides for installing or uninstalling system fans, redundant power supply modules, and optical drives.
Chapter 3: Installation Options
Tool-less Friction Rail Kit Installation
Steps for installing the tool-less friction rail kit into a server rack for mounting the chassis.
Rail Kit Dimensions
Provides dimensional information for the server rail kit components.
Chapter 4: Motherboard Information
Motherboard Layout
Diagram showing the layout and labeling of motherboard components, connectors, and slots.
Jumpers Configuration
Explains the function and settings of various motherboard jumpers for system configuration.
Internal LEDs
Describes the onboard LEDs, their locations, and their meanings for system status indication.
Internal Connectors
Details the various internal connectors on the motherboard and their specific uses.
Chapter 5: BIOS Setup
BIOS Management and Update Utilities
Instructions on using utilities like CrashFree BIOS, EZ Flash, and BUPDATER for BIOS management.
BIOS Setup Program Navigation and Interface
Overview of the BIOS setup interface, menu bar, navigation keys, and screen elements.
Main Menu Configuration
Details on setting system date, time, language, and basic system information within the BIOS.
Advanced Menu Configuration Options
Configuration options for CPU, system devices, and advanced settings like PCI, NVMe, and USB.
Chipset Menu Settings
Options for configuring chipset-related settings, including memory clock and SMT mode.
Security Menu Options
Management of administrator/user passwords, Secure Boot settings, and key management.
Boot Menu Configuration
Settings for controlling the system's boot order, NumLock state, and POST behavior.
Save & Exit Menu Options
Options for saving changes, discarding changes, exiting BIOS, or restoring default settings.
AMD CBS Menu Configuration
Configuration settings specific to AMD CBS, including Zen, DF, UMC, and NBIO options.
Event Logs Menu Options
Options for managing and viewing system event logs, including Smbios Event Logging.
Server Mgmt Menu
Settings for server management status, OS Watchdog Timer, BMC network configuration, and system event logs.
Chapter 6: Driver Installation
Management Applications and Utilities Installation
Guide to installing drivers, management applications, and utilities from the support DVD.
Support DVD Navigation and Content
Instructions on how to launch and navigate the support DVD's main screen and tabs.
AMD Chipset Device Software Installation
Steps to install the AMD chipset drivers from the support DVD on a Windows OS.
Intel Gigabit Adapters Driver Installation
Instructions for installing the Intel I350-AM2 Gigabit Adapters driver from the support DVD.
VGA Driver Installation
Steps for installing the ASPEED Video Graphics Adapter driver from the support DVD.
Appendix
KNPP-D32 Block Diagram
A visual representation of the motherboard's internal architecture and connectivity.
Regulatory Notices and Statements
Includes FCC, Canadian, REACH, recycling, and warranty statements.
ASUS Contact Information
Provides contact details for ASUS technical support and customer service across various regions.
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