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NA-822 Series SMB Network Appliance User’s Manual...
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AXIOMTEK does not warrant or assume any legal liability or responsibility for the accuracy, completeness or usefulness of any information in this document. AXIOMTEK does not make any commitment to update the information in this manual.
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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. 2. Disconnect the power cords from the NA-822 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.
CHAPTER 1 INTORDUCTION This chapter contains general information and detailed specifications of the NA-822 Series Network Appliance Server. Chapter 1 contains the following sections: General Description Features Specifications Dimensions I/O Outlets General Description The NA-822 is a 1U and rack mount network security hardware platform for VPN, firewall and other network security applications.
Features ® ® ® LGA socket Intel Core™2 Duo & Intel Core 2 Quad & , Intel Celeron 440 / E1500 and Xeon 3000 sequence processors, up to FSB 1333 MHz ® Supports 10/100/1000Mbps Ethernet ports (Intel 82574) DDR2 DIMM memory up to 4GB un-buffer ECC Supports two S-ATA 2.5”...
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Super I/O Controller: Winbond W83627DHG Serial Ports: total 2 asynchronous ports: 2 x RS-232 ( One 10-pin header is on board, other one RJ on the edge of the board CompactFlash™ CompactFlash™ socket onboard. Four USB (2.0) ports, two USB box headers internally, and two USB external connectors AX92101 Mini-PCI module (Optional) 10 ports for Intel 82574L PCI-E Giga LAN ports...
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Hardware Monitoring Controller Winbond W83627DHG Detection of CPU temperature, system temperature, power failure and fan speed Watchdog Timer Enabled by GPIO , 255 time for porting Other Features Hardware LAN by pass feature can be easily disabled and enable through GPIO by BIOS. The LAN1 with LAN2 and LAN3 with LAN4 will be two grouping for this feature.
I/O Outlets Locate front and rear panel I/O outlets on the NA-822 Series server to connect serial and Ethernet interface devices. 1.5.1 Front Panel Console USB Ports Power/HDD/ LAN Ports Port LAN Bypass Console port It is a RJ-45 Console port for command line interface and diagnostic support by P.O.S.T (Power On Self Test).
port#2, port#3, port#4, port #5, port#6, port#7, port#8 port#9, port#10. 1. The orange LED is on when the LAN port connection is working. 2. The LED flashes when transmitting or receiving any signals to or from the appliance. 3. The LED is dark when the appliance is off. Transmitted LED for LAN port #1, port#2, port#3, port#4, port#5 and port#6, port#7, port#8 port#9, port#10.
The NA-822 Series are convenient for your various hardware configurations. The chapter 2 will help you get familiar with the hardware. Checklist The package bundled with your NA-822 Series should contain the following items: The NA-822 Series network appliance hardware platform Power cord x 1 Utility CD (including User’s Manual&...
Jumper Settings This section provides the information about jumpers and connectors of NA-822 Series. Proper jumper settings configure the main board in this appliance to meet your application purpose. We are herewith listing a summary table of all jumpers and default settings for onboard devices, respectively.
Jumper Function Jumper Settings LAN Bypass Active : JP16 Short JP16 & Open JP14 GPIO Control LAN Bypass Group 1 LAN Bypass Inactive : JP14 Short JP14 & Open JP16 (Default) LAN Bypass Active : JP11 Short JP11 & Open JP12 GPIO Control LAN Bypass Group 2 LAN Bypass Inactive :...
2.3.2 CompactFlash Function Jumper (JP3) This jumper is to enable or disable the CompactFlash interface. Description Function Jumper Setting Disable CF Function Enable (Default) 2.3.3 CompactFlash Power Jumper (JP4) This jumper is to select the power for CompactFlash interface. Description Function Jumper Setting 3.3V (Default)
2.3.5 Case Open Jumper (JP7) This jumper is to enable or disable the case open function. Description Function Jumper Setting Enable Case open Function Disable (Default) 2.3.6 Power on Select Jumper (JP8) You may need to this jumper to select auto power on or ATX power on.
2.3.8 Hardware Control LAN Bypass Group 1 Jumper (JP15) Use this jumper to select the LAN Bypass Function. Description Function Jumper Setting Bypass Always Disable Hardware Control LAN Bypass Always Enable Bypass Group 1 LAN Bypass control by WDT or GPIO (Default) 2.3.9 GPIO Control LAN Bypass Group 1 Jumpers (JP14, JP16)
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2.3.10 GPIO Control LAN Bypass Group 2 Jumpers (JP11, JP12) Use this jumper to select the LAN Bypass Function. Description Function Jumper Setting JP11 JP12 LAN Bypass Active GPIO Control LAN Bypass Group 2 JP11 JP12 LAN Bypass Inactive (Default) Hardware and Installation...
Connectors Connectors connect the board with other parts of the system. Loose or improper connection might cause problems. Make sure all connectors are properly and firmly connected. Here is a summary table shows you all connectors on the main board. Connector Label SYSTEM FAN...
2.4.1 SYSTEM Fan Connectors (CN1, CN2) A SYSTEM fan is always needed for cooling CPU heat. The SYSTEM fan connectors CN1 and CN2 provide power to the SYSTEM fan. Signal Ground +12V Rotation Detection 2.4.2 CPU 12V IN Connector (CN3) Connect the power cable to CN3 for +12V ATX power supply, which mainly supplies power to the CPU.
2.4.3 Front Panel Connector (CN8) Power LED Pin 1, 3, 5 and 7 connect the system power LED indicator to its respective switch on the case. Pin 1 is +, and pin 5 is assigned as -. Pin 7 is defined as NC. External Speaker and Internal Buzzer Connector Pin 2, 4, 6 and 8 connect to the case-mounted speaker unit or internal buzzer.
2.4.4 SATA Connectors (CN9, CN10, CN12, CN13) The SATA connectors CN9, CN10, CN12 and CN13 are for high-speed SATA interface port and it can be connected to serial ATA hard disk devices. The SATA connector is for high-speed SATA interface ports and each SATA connector supports a single SATA device.
2.4.6 COM1 Connector (CN15) COM1 Signal Data Carrier Detect (DCD) Data Set Ready (DSR) Receive Data (RXD) Request to Send (RTS) Transmit Data (TXD) Clear to Send (CTS) Data Terminal Ready (DTR) Ring Indicator (RI) Ground (GND) N.C. 2.4.7 COM2 Connector (CN16) COM1 Signal Data Carrier Detect (DCD)
2.4.8 LCM Connector (CN17) The board provides a LCM ( CN17 ) interface with one 5-pin connector. Signal NSIN NSOUT 2.4.9 Console Connector (CN18) Signal Data Set Ready (DSR) Request to Send (RTS) Ground (GND) Transmit Data (TXD) Receive Data (RXD) Data Carrier Detect (DCD) Clear to Send (CTS) Data Terminal Ready (DTR)
2.4.10 USB Connector (USB1) The Universal Serial Bus (USB) port connector on the board is for the installation of peripherals supporting the USB interface. USB1 consists of two 4-pin standard USB ports. Signal 1, 5 USB Vcc 2, 6 USB - 3, 7 USB + 4, 8...
Hardware Installation This section provides you the information how to install the NA-822 Series. 2.5.1 Installing the CPU 1. Get familiar with the LGA775 socket. Hook Contact Lever Hardware and Installation...
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2. Hold and push down the hook of the lever, and pull the lever aside to unlock the cover. 3. Open the load plate, you can see the contact. Be careful not to touch the contact. Hardware and Installation...
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4. Place the CPU down into the socket. Be careful not to touch the contact. Hold the edges of the CPU, orientate it as the triangle indicator on the bottom-left corner the socket, and insert it into the socket. Hardware and Installation...
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5. Slightly push down and close the load plate. While pressing down lightly on load plate, engage the lever. Secure lever with load plate tab under retention tab of the lever. The CPU is completely locked. Hardware and Installation...
2.5.2 Installing the Memory Module The main board supports two 240-pin DDR2 DIMM socket with maximum memory capacity up to 4GB ECC unbuffer memory. The following steps show you how to install the memory modules: 1. Push down each side of the DIMM socket. Align the memory module with the socket that notches of memory module must match the socket keys for a correct installation.
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2. Insert the memory module into the socket and push it firmly down until it is fully seated. The socket latches are levered upwards and clipped on to the edges of the DIMM. 3. Install any remaining DIMM modules. Notice 1 When you are handling electrostatic discharge-sensitive (ESDs), please take precautions to avoid any damage from static electricity.
2.5.3 Installing the PCI-e Card The NA-822 supports one PCI-e slot for expansion The following steps show you how to install the PCI-e card. 1. Take off the two screws from the NA-822 chassis. 2.Install any add-on card to the PCI-e card,then fasten two srews. Hardware and Installation...
CHAPTER 3 PHOENIX-AWARD BIOS UTILITY The Phoenix-Award 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. Entering Setup There are two ways to enter the Setup program.
Control Keys Move cursor to the previous item Up arrow Move cursor to the next item Down arrow Move cursor to the item on the left hand Left arrow Move to the item in the right hand Right arrow Main Menu -- Quit and delete changes into CMOS Status Page Setup Menu and Option Page Setup Esc key Menu -- Exit current page and return to Main Menu...
The Main Menu Once you enter the Award BIOS CMOS Setup Utility, the Main Menu appears on the screen. In the Main Menu, there are several Setup functions and a couple of Exit options for your selection. Use arrow keys to select the Setup Page you intend to configure then press <Enter>...
Standard CMOS Setup Menu The Standard CMOS Setup Menu displays basic information about your system. Use arrow keys to highlight each item, and use <PgUp> or <PgDn> key to select the value you want in each item. Date The date format is <day>, <date> <month> <year>. Press <F3> to show the calendar.
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Master/IDE Channel 1 Salve These items identify the types of each IDE channel installed in the computer. There are 45 predefined types (Type 1 to Type 45) and 2 user’s definable types (Type User) for Enhanced IDE BIOS. Press <PgUp>/<+> or <PgDn>/<−> to select a numbered hard disk type, or directly type the number and press <Enter>.
Advanced BIOS Features This section allows you to configure and improve your system, to set up some system features according to your preference. Phoenix-Award BIOS Utility...
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Hard Disk Boot Priority Scroll to this item and press <Enter> to view the Hard Disk Boot Priority sub menu for selecting boot device priority. Press <Esc> to return to the Advanced BIOS Features page. CPU L1 & L2 Cache These two options speed up memory access.
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Quick Power On Self Test This option speeds up Power on Self Test (POST) after you turn on the system power. If set as Enabled, BIOS will shorten or skip some check items during POST. The default setting is “Enabled”. Enabled Enable Quick POST Normal POST...
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Typematic Rate (Chars/Sec) This option refers to character numbers typed per second by the keyboard. The default value is “6”. 6 characters per second 8 characters per second 10 characters per second 12 characters per second 15 characters per second 20 characters per second 24 characters per second 30 characters per second...
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APIC Mode Use this item to enable or disable APIC (Advanced Programmable Interrupt Controller) mode that provides symmetric multi- processing (SMP) for systems. MPS Version Control For OS This item specifies the version of the Multiprocessor Specification (MPS). Version 1.4 has extended configuration tables to improve support for multiple PCI bus configurations and provide future expandability.
Advanced Chipset Features Since the features in this section are related to the chipset on the CPU board and are completely optimized, you are not recommended to change the default settings in this setup table unless you are well oriented with the chipset features. Press <Esc>...
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Press <Esc> to return to the Advanced Chipset Features page. System BIOS Cacheable Selecting Enabled allows caching of the system BIOS ROM at F0000h-FFFFFh, resulting in better system performance. However, if any program writes to this memory area, a system error may result.
Integrated Peripherals This section allows you to configure your SuperIO Device, IDE Function and Onboard Device. Phoenix-Award BIOS Utility...
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OnChip IDE Device Scroll to this item and press <Enter> to view the OnChip IDE Device sub menu. Press <Esc> to return to the Integrated Peripherals page. Phoenix-Award BIOS Utility...
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USB Device Setting Scroll to this item and press <Enter> to view the USB Device Setting sub menu. Press <Esc> twice to return to the Main Menu. Phoenix-Award BIOS Utility...
Power Management Setup The Power Management Setup allows you to save energy of your system effectively. It will shut down the hard disk and turn OFF video display after a period of inactivity. ACPI Function This item allows you to enable/disable the Advanced Configuration and Power Management (ACPI).
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HDD Power Down If HDD activity is not detected for a specified length of time in this field, the hard disk drive will be powered down while other devices remain active. Suspend Mode After a selected period of system inactivity (1 minute to 1 hour), all devices except the CPU shut off.
This option only works with systems using an ATX power supply. It also allows users to define which type of soft power OFF sequence the system will follow. The default value is “Instant-Off”. Instant-Off This option follows the conventional manner of system performance when turning the power to OFF.
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PNP OS Installed Select Yes if the system operating environment is Plug-and-Play aware (e.g., Windows 95). The default value is “No”. Reset Configuration Data Normally, you leave this item Disabled. Select Enabled to reset Extended System Configuration Data (ESCD) when you exit Setup or if installing a new add-on cause the system reconfiguration a serious conflict that the operating system can not boot.
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Resources Controlled By The Award Plug and Play BIOS can automatically configure all boot and Plug and Play-compatible devices. If you select Auto, all interrupt request (IRQ), DMA assignment, and Used DMA fields disappear, as the BIOS automatically assigns them. The default value is “Manual”.
3.11 PC Health Status This section supports hardware monitoring that lets you monitor those parameters for critical voltages, temperatures and fan speed of the board. Smart CPU Fan1/2 Temperature The Smartfan provides two-way rotational speed. When the temperature reaches or exceeds the default value, two fans will run full speed.
3.12 Frequency/Voltage Control This section is to control the CPU frequency and Supply Voltage, DIMM OverVoltage and AGP voltage. CPU Clock Ratio Use this item to select the CPU’s frequency. Auto Detect PCI Clk The enabled item can automatically disable the clock source for a PCI slot without a module, to reduce EMI (ElectroMagnetic Interference).
3.13 Load Optimized Defaults This option allows you to load your system configuration with default values. These default settings are optimized to enable high performance features. To load CMOS SRAM with SETUP default values, please enter “Y”. If not, please enter “N”. Phoenix-Award BIOS Utility...
3.14 Set Supervisor/User Password You can set a supervisor or user password, or both of them. The differences between them are: Supervisor password: You can enter and change the options on the setup menu. User password: You can just enter, but have no right to change the options on the setup menu.
3.15 Save & Exit Setup This section allows you to determine whether or not to accept your modifications. Type “Y” to quit the setup utility and save all changes into the CMOS memory. Type “N” to bring you back to the Setup utility. Phoenix-Award BIOS Utility...
3.16 Exit Without Saving Select this option to exit the Setup utility without saving changes you have made in this session. Type “Y”, and it will quit the Setup utility without saving your modifications. Type “N” to return to the Setup utility. Phoenix-Award BIOS Utility...
APPENDIX A ENABLING LAN BYPASS FEATURE What is the LAN bypass meant for NA-822 Series? It doesn’t have any down time in network connections for two other network segments (LAN1 and LAN2, LAN3 and LAN4) when any fetal errors occur to this device.
APPENDIX B SECURITY PROCESSORS CAVIUM NITROX PX PCI-Express CN16XX NITROX PX processors are highly scaleable and deliver performance ranging from 500Mbps to 2.5 Gbps for full IPsec protocol offload and 1024bit exponent RSA from 4K to 17K RSA operations per second, enabling an optimal solution for applications such as integrated firewall/VPN appliances, L4+ switches, wireless WAN switches, 3G infrastructure equipment, and SAN appliances.
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NITROX PX Applications Integrated Security Appliances • IPsec acceleration • SSL acceleration for SSL VPN functionality .Web Switches and Appliances • SSL/TLS Termination and Content Switching .• Content Aware Server SSL Proxy .Web and Mail Servers • SSL acceleration for Web Servers - Microsoft IIS and Linux Apache .•...
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The more technical requirement is for Cavium VPN chip boundling with the own application program of software solution provider who can request the need to Cavium or their representive by following contact information, http://www.caviumnetworks.com/ Enabling LAN Bypass Feature...
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