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Asus ESC4000 G4S User Manual

Asus ESC4000 G4S
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2U Rackmount Server
ESC4000 G4 Series
User Guide

Table of Contents

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Asus ESC4000 G4S Specifications

General IconGeneral
ChipsetIntel C621
Form Factor4U Rackmount
GPU SupportSupports up to 4 double-width GPUs
ProcessorIntel Xeon Scalable processors
MemoryUp to 3TB DDR4 ECC RDIMM/LRDIMM
Memory Slots16 x DIMM slots
Storage8 x 3.5" hot-swap storage bays
Networking2 x 10GBase-T LAN ports
Power Supply1+1 Redundant 1600W 80 PLUS Platinum Power Supply
Operating System SupportWindows Server, Red Hat Enterprise Linux, SUSE Linux Enterprise Server, VMware ESXi

Summary

Safety Information

Electrical Safety

Procedures and precautions for electrical safety during system operation and maintenance.

Operation Safety

Guidelines for safe mechanical operations, cable connections, and environmental considerations.

About this guide

Audience

Identifies the intended audience for this user guide.

Chapter 1: Product Introduction

System Package Contents

Lists the items included in the system package for the ESC4000 G4 Series.

Serial Number Label

Explains the location and importance of the product's serial number for support.

System Specifications

Details the technical specifications of the ESC4000 G4 Series servers.

Front Panel Features

Describes the components and layout of the server's front panel.

Rear Panel Features

Details the connectors and slots located on the server's rear panel.

Internal Features

Provides an overview of the server's internal components and their locations.

LED Information

Explains the status and meaning of various LED indicators on the server.

Chapter 2: Hardware Setup

Chassis Cover Removal

Instructions on how to remove the front, middle, and rear chassis covers.

Air Duct Installation/Removal

Steps for removing and reinstalling the system's air duct components.

CPU and Heatsink Installation

Detailed procedure for installing the CPU and its associated heatsink.

System Memory Installation

Guide to installing DIMM modules into the motherboard's memory sockets.

Storage Device Installation

Instructions for installing 3.5-inch and 2.5-inch SATA/SAS/NVME storage devices.

Expansion Slot Installation

Procedures for installing expansion cards into PCI Express riser cards.

Cable Connections

Overview of pre-connected system cables and their locations.

Removable/Optional Components

Instructions for installing or removing system fans and redundant power supply units.

Chapter 3: Installation Options

Rail Kit Installation

Steps for selecting rack cabinets and attaching rack rails for server mounting.

Cable Management Arm Attachment

Guide to installing an additional cable management arm to rack rails.

Chapter 4: Motherboard Information

Motherboard Layout

Diagram and identification of key components on the Z11PG-D16 motherboard.

Jumpers Configuration

Explains the function and settings of various jumpers on the motherboard.

Internal Connectors

Details the various internal connectors on the motherboard and their purposes.

Onboard LEDs

Describes the function and status indication of onboard LEDs.

Chapter 5: BIOS Setup

BIOS Management and Update

Information on utilities for managing and updating the system BIOS.

BIOS Setup Interface Navigation

Explains how to navigate and understand the BIOS setup screens.

Main Menu Configuration

Details the settings available on the main BIOS setup screen.

Performance Tuning Settings

Options for adjusting system performance settings within the BIOS.

Advanced BIOS Settings

Configuration options for advanced system and CPU settings in BIOS.

Platform Configuration

Settings related to the Intel platform configuration within the BIOS.

Socket Configuration

BIOS settings specific to CPU socket configurations and features.

Event Logs Management

How to manage and view system event logs via BIOS.

Server Management Settings

BIOS options for server management features.

Security Settings

BIOS options for setting passwords and secure boot configurations.

Boot Options Configuration

Settings for configuring the system's boot sequence and options.

Tool Menu Options

Accessing BIOS utilities and tools for system configuration.

Save & Exit BIOS Settings

Procedures for saving changes or discarding them and exiting BIOS.

Chapter 6: RAID Configuration

RAID Setup Procedures

Explains RAID definitions and the process of setting up RAID arrays.

RAID Set Management (Option ROM)

Using Intel RSTe Option ROM for creating, deleting, resetting, and rebuilding RAID sets.

RAID Configuration (Windows)

Steps for creating, changing, and deleting RAID volumes using Intel RSTe in Windows.

Chapter 7: Driver Installation

RAID Driver Installation

How to create a USB drive with RAID drivers and install controller drivers during OS setup.

Management Applications and Utilities

Installing management applications and utilities from the support DVD.

Intel Chipset Device Software Installation

Guide to installing Intel chipset drivers from the support DVD.

Intel I210 Gigabit Adapter Driver Installation

Steps for installing the Intel I210 Gigabit LAN adapter drivers.

VGA Driver Installation

Instructions for installing the ASPEED Video Graphics Adapter (VGA) driver.

Intel RSTe 5.0 Installation

Procedure for installing Intel Rapid Storage Technology enterprise 5.0.

Appendix

Z11PG-D16 Block Diagram

A block diagram illustrating the Z11PG-D16 motherboard architecture.

Compliance and Support Information

Includes FCC statements, ISED compliance, REACH, recycling, and contact information.

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