This document is the user guide for the ASUS ESC4000 G4 Series 2U Rackmount Server, covering models G4, G4X, and G4S. It provides comprehensive information for system integrators and experienced users on hardware setup, installation options, motherboard details, BIOS setup, RAID configuration, and driver installation.
Function Description
The ASUS ESC4000 G4 Series servers are designed for high-performance computing, supporting Intel® LGA 3647 Xeon® Scalable family processors. These servers are 2U rackmount units, offering robust features for various commercial and enterprise environments. The system is built around the ASUS Z11PG-D16 Series server board, which supports dual processors and extensive memory configurations.
Key functionalities include:
- High-Performance Processing: Supports two Intel Xeon Scalable family processors (up to 150W or 165W depending on the model), with UPI 10.4 GT/s for fast inter-processor communication.
- Extensive Memory Support: Features 16 DDR4 DIMM slots (6-channel per CPU, 8 DIMM per CPU) with a maximum capacity of up to 2048 GB, supporting RDIMM, LR-DIMM, and LR-DIMM 3DS modules at speeds up to 2666/2400/2133 MHz.
- Flexible Storage Options: Supports various hard disk drive configurations, including 3.5-inch SATA/SAS HDDs and 2.5-inch SSD/SATAD/SAS HDD/NVMe drives. Models G4 and G4S offer 8 hot-swap bays, while G4X offers 2 internal 2.5-inch or 3.5-inch bays.
- Advanced RAID Capabilities: Integrated Intel® Rapid Storage Technology enterprise (RSTe) and Intel® Virtual RAID on CPU (VROC) support RAID 0, 1, 10, and 5 for data protection and performance. Optional ASUS PIKE II RAID cards (3008 8-port SAS HBA or 3108 8-port SAS HW RAID) provide 12G SAS support.
- PCI Express Expansion: Offers multiple PCI-E slots for expansion cards, with models G4 and G4S having 11 slots and G4X having 10 slots. These include x16 and x8 links, supporting both full-length and low-profile cards.
- Networking: Equipped with a dual-port Intel® I350-AM2 Gigabit LAN controller and a dedicated management port. Optional PEM-FDR for InfiniBand is also available.
- Remote Management: Features an On-Board ASMB9-iKVM for KVM-over-IP, enabling out-of-band remote hardware management. The ASUS Control Center (ACC) software provides additional management capabilities.
- GPU Acceleration: Supports the installation of accelerators, including NVIDIA and AMD GPUs, with dedicated air ducts for optimal cooling.
- BIOS Setup and Utilities: Provides a comprehensive BIOS setup program for configuring system settings, including advanced options, platform configurations, socket settings, event logs, server management, security, boot options, and various tools. ASUS utilities like CrashFree BIOS 3 and EZ Flash Utility facilitate BIOS management and updates.
Important Technical Specifications
Model Name: ESC4000 G4 / G4X / G4S
Chassis: ASUS 2U Rackmount Chassis
Motherboard: ASUS Z11PG-D16 Series Server Board
Processor / System Bus:
- 1 x Socket P0 (LGA 3647)
- 1 x Socket P1 (LGA 3647)
- Intel Xeon processor Scalable family (CPU1/CPU2/150W for G4, CPU1/CPU2/165W for G4X/G4S)
- Intel Xeon processors family with Omni-Path Architecture (CPU1/150W for G4, CPU1/165W for G4X/G4S)
- UPI 10.4 GT/s
Core Logic: Intel® C621 PCH
Memory:
- Total Slots: 16 (6-channel per CPU, 8 DIMM per CPU)
- Capacity: Maximum up to 2048 GB
- Type: DDR4 2666/2400/2133 RDIMM/LR-DIMM/LR-DIMM 3DS
- Size: 4GB, 8GB, 16GB, 32GB (RDIMM); 32GB, 64GB (LRDIMM); 64GB, 128GB (LRDIMM/RDIMM 3DS)
Expansion Slots:
- Total PCI/PCI-X/PCI-E Slots: 11 (G4, G4S), 10 (G4X)
- Slot Type:
- 4 x PCI-E x16 (Gen3 x16 Link) or 8 x PCI-E x16 (Gen3 x8 Link)
- Low-profile (Rear): 1 x Gen3 x8 Link, 1 x Gen3 x16 Link
- Low-profile (Front): 1 x PCI-E x8 (Gen3 x8 link) (G4, G4S only)
Storage:
- SATA Controller: Intel® Lewisburg PCH
- 8 x SATA 6 Gb/s ports + 1 x M.2 connector (SATA 6 Gb/s & PCI-E Gen3 x4 link)
- OR 6 x SATA3 6 Gb/s ports + 2 x NVMe drives + 1 x M.2 connector (SATA 6 Gb/s & PCI-E Gen3 x4 link)
- Intel® RSTe (Support software RAID 0, 1, 10 & 5)
- Intel® VROC (Support software RAID 0, 1, 10 & 5)
- SAS Controller (Optional kits): ASUS PIKE II 3008 8-port SAS HBA card, ASUS PIKE II 3108 8-port SAS HW RAID card (12G SAS Support)
- HDD Bays:
- G4: 8 x 3.5" Hot-swap Storage Bays
- G4X: 2 x 2.5" internal drive or 2 x 3.5" internal drive
- G4S: 8 x 2.5" Hot-swap Storage Bays
Networking:
- LAN: 1 x Dual Port Intel® I350-AM2 Gigabit LAN controller, 1 x Management Port
- Infiniband: Optional PEM-FDR
Graphic: VGA Aspeed AST2500 64MB
Front I/O ports: 1 x 80port, 2 x USB 2.0 ports + 2 x USB 3.0 port
Rear I/O: 2 x USB 3.0 port, 1 x VGA port, 1 x RJ-45 Mgmt LAN port, 2 x RJ-45 GbE LAN ports
Switch/LED:
- Rear: Power switch/LED, Location LED, Message LED, HDD Access LED
- Front: Power switch/LED, Location switch/LED, HDD Access LED, Message LED, 2 x LAN LED
OS Support: Windows® Server 2016/2012 R2, RedHat® Enterprise Linux, SuSE® Linux Enterprise Server, CentOS, Ubuntu, VMware, Citrix XenServer.
Management Solution:
- Out of Band Remote Hardware: On-Board ASMB9-iKVM for KVM-over-IP
- Software: ACC
Regulatory Compliance: BSMI, CE, FCC (Class A)
Dimension (HH x WW x DD): 800mm * 440mm * 88mm (2U) / 31.50” x 17.22” x 3.46”
Net Weight Kg (CPU, DRAM & HDD not included): 22.6 Kg (G4), 20.1 Kg (G4X), 20.9 Kg (G4S)
Power Supply / Power Rating: 1+1 Redundant 1600W 80 PLUS Platinum Power Supply (Rating: 100-127/200-240 Vac, 12.9/9.5 A(x2), 47-63Hz, 1600W)
Environment:
- Operation temperature: 10° ~ 35°
- Non operating temperature: -40° ~ 70°
- Non operating humidity: 20% ~ 90% (Non condensing)
CPU TDP: 150W (G4), 165W (G4X/G4S)
Usage Features
- Easy Access Front Panel: Power and reset buttons, LED indicators, and USB ports are conveniently located on the front panel for easy access.
- Hot-Swap HDD Bays: Models G4 and G4S feature hot-swap bays for 3.5-inch and 2.5-inch drives respectively, allowing for easy drive replacement without system shutdown.
- Rack Rail Kit: Includes a rail kit for easy installation into standard rack cabinets (1200 mm or 1000 mm rack rails). Instructions are provided for selecting cabinets and attaching rails.
- Modular Design: Components like chassis covers, air ducts, system fans, and power supply units are designed for easy removal and reinstallation, simplifying maintenance and upgrades.
- Clear LED Indicators: Front panel LEDs provide clear status indications for power, HDD activity, system messages, location, and LAN activity, aiding in quick diagnostics. Q-Code/Port 80 status LEDs offer detailed boot process information.
- BIOS Configuration: The BIOS setup utility offers extensive configuration options for fine-tuning system performance, security, and power management. Features like Trusted Computing, ACPI settings, SMART settings, Serial Port Console Redirection, Onboard LAN Configuration, APM, PCI Subsystem Settings, Network Stack Configuration, CSM Configuration, NVMe Configuration, USB Configuration, iSCSI Configuration, Intel(R) Virtual RAID on CPU, Platform Configuration, Socket Configuration, and Event Logs are available.
- RAID Management: The Intel® Rapid Storage Technology enterprise Option ROM Utility and Windows-based utility provide tools for creating, deleting, and rebuilding RAID sets (RAID 0, 1, 10, 5).
- Driver Installation: A support DVD is provided with necessary drivers for the chipset, LAN adapters, VGA, and RAID controllers, along with management applications and utilities. Instructions are given for installing drivers on Windows Server OS.
Maintenance Features
- Removable Chassis Covers: The rear, middle, and front chassis covers can be easily removed by releasing thumbscrews or latches, providing full access to internal components for maintenance.
- Removable Air Ducts: CPU air ducts can be removed by unscrewing them, facilitating access to the CPU and heatsink for installation or replacement.
- DIMM Installation/Removal: Clear instructions are provided for installing and removing DIMMs from single-clip sockets, including precautions to prevent damage.
- HDD Installation/Removal: Detailed steps are outlined for installing 3.5-inch SATA/SAS HDDs and 2.5-inch SSD/SATAD/SAS HDD/NVMe drives into their respective trays and bays.
- PCI Express Riser Card Management: Instructions for installing and configuring expansion cards on the PCI Express riser card, including removal of metal brackets and securing the cards.
- ASUS PIKE II Card Installation: Comprehensive guide for installing ASUS PIKE II cards to the internal SAS/HBA/Storage bracket or riser card, including cable connections and securing procedures.
- ASUS HFI-OMNI 100G LAN Card Installation: Steps for installing the HFI-OMNI card, including connecting OMNI-PATH cables and securing the card.
- System Fan Replacement: System fans are designed for easy removal and reinstallation by releasing latches, ensuring efficient cooling maintenance.
- Redundant Power Supply Unit (PSU) Replacement: PSUs can be easily replaced by lifting a lever and pulling them out, supporting hot-swap functionality for continuous operation.
- U.2 Drive Installation: Instructions for installing U.2 drives in specific HDD bays, including OCuLink cable connections.
- Accelerator Installation: Detailed steps for installing GPU accelerators, including preparing air ducts, connecting power cables, and securing the brackets.
- BIOS Update Utilities: ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 and EZ Flash Utility allow for easy and safe BIOS updates using USB flash drives, with recovery options in case of corruption. The BUPDATER utility supports DOS-mode BIOS updates.
- Event Logging: The BIOS includes an Event Logs menu to view system event logs, aiding in troubleshooting and diagnostics. Options for erasing event logs are also available.
- Watchdog Timer: OS Watchdog Timer settings in the BIOS allow for system monitoring and automatic reset or power down in case of OS boot failures.
- Contact Information: The manual provides comprehensive ASUS contact information for technical support, including telephone numbers, fax numbers, email addresses, and website links for various regions.
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