Asus ASMB2 User Manual

ASMB2
Server Management Board

Asus ASMB2 Specifications

General

Storage Interface	SATA 6 Gb/s
Video Outputs	1
RAID Support	RAID 0, 1, 5, 10
Max Memory	512GB
Maximum Memory	512GB

Summary

Chapter 2: Installation

2.1 Before You Proceed

Crucial safety precautions before installing the server management board.

2.2 Hardware Installation

Step-by-step guide for physically installing the ASMB2 board.

2.3 Firmware Update

Instructions for updating the ASMB2 firmware for optimal performance.

2.4 BIOS Remote Console

Configuring BIOS settings for remote access and connection.

2.5 ASMB2 Configuration

Network configuration for remote server control and monitoring.

2.5.1 BIOS IPMI Configuration

Configuring IPMI settings within the BIOS.

2.5.2 Running the ASMC Utility

2.5.3 Configuring the LAN Controller

Setting up the LAN port for server management connectivity.

2.5.4 Using ASWM to Update the ASMB2 Firmware

2.6 Software Installation

Installing necessary software for remote server management.

2.6.1 Installing the ARC

Steps to install the ASUS Remote Console on the client system.

2.6.2 Launching ARC

Chapter 3: Software Support

3.1 ASUS Remote Console (ARC)

Overview of the ARC utility for remote server monitoring and control.

3.1.1 ARC Sections

3.1.2 Connecting to the Remote Server

3.1.3 Retrieving Sensor Information

3.1.4 Displaying FRU Information

3.1.5 Displaying System Event Logs

3.1.6 Using Remote Console

3.1.7 Displaying All Remote Server Sensors

3.1.8 Adjusting Monitoring Settings

3.1.9 Updating the Remote Server BIOS File

3.1.10 Controlling the Remote Server Power

Managing remote server power states (on/off/reset).

3.1.11 Viewing PET Information

3.2 ASUS Host Management Controller Setup

3.2.1 Installing and Launching Setup Utility

Appendix: Reference Information

A.3 Troubleshooting

Common problems and solutions for installing and using the ASMB-LE.