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Asus RS720Q-E9-RS8 User Manual

Asus RS720Q-E9-RS8
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2U Rackmount Server
RS720Q-E9-RS8
User Guide

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Asus RS720Q-E9-RS8 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandAsus
ModelRS720Q-E9-RS8
CategoryServer
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Product Introduction

System Package Contents

Lists all components included in the server system package.

Serial Number Label

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

System Specifications

Details the technical specifications of the server system.

Front Panel Features

Describes the accessible features on the server's front panel.

Rear Panel Features

Details the connectors and features on the server's rear panel.

Internal Features

Identifies and describes the basic internal components of the server.

LED Information

Explains the status and meaning of various LEDs on the front panel.

Hardware Information

Removing the Server Node

Provides step-by-step instructions for safely removing a server node.

Air Duct

Explains the function and installation/removal of the motherboard fan air duct.

Central Processing Unit (CPU)

Covers CPU installation, heatsink mounting, and socket details.

System Memory

Details DIMM sockets, memory configurations, and installation procedures.

Storage Devices

Instructions for installing and removing hot-swap storage devices.

Expansion Slots

Describes PCI Express riser cards and installing expansion cards.

Backplane and Mid Plane Cabling

Illustrates and describes the cabling connections between backplane and mid-planes.

Removable/Optional Components

Guides on replacing system fans and power supply modules.

Installation Options

Tool-less Friction Rail Kit

Instructions for installing the tool-less friction rail kit into a server rack.

Rail Kit Dimensions

Provides dimensional information for the rail kit components.

Motherboard Information

Motherboard and Mid Plane Layout

Shows the layout of the motherboard and mid-plane components.

Jumpers

Explains the function and configuration of various motherboard jumpers.

Internal Connectors

Details the purpose and location of internal motherboard connectors.

Internal LEDs

Describes the function and location of internal LEDs on the motherboard.

Mid Plane Jumper

Explains the function of the Mid Plane 12V_SEL1 jumper.

BIOS Setup

Managing and Updating your BIOS

Covers utilities for BIOS management and updating procedures.

BIOS Setup Program

Guides on entering and navigating the BIOS setup utility.

Main Menu

Overview of the Main menu for basic system information and settings.

Advanced Menu

Options for configuring CPU and other system devices in detail.

Platform Configuration Menu

Settings for platform-specific configurations like PCH and USB.

Socket Configuration Menu

Options for configuring CPU socket settings and memory.

Event Logs Menu

Managing and viewing system event logs.

Server Mgmt Menu

Configuring server management features like watchdog timers and BMC.

Security Menu

Setting up administrator and user passwords, and configuring Secure Boot.

Boot Menu

Configuring system boot options and priorities.

Tool Menu

Accessing special function tools like IPMI HWM and EZFlash.

Save & Exit Menu

Options for saving changes, restoring defaults, or exiting BIOS setup.

RAID Configuration

Setting up RAID

Instructions for setting up RAID arrays using Intel RSTe.

Intel Virtual Raid on CPU in BIOS

Guide to configuring CPU RAID functions via BIOS.

Intel Rapid Storage Technology enterprise (Windows)

Procedures for using Intel RSTe utility in Windows for RAID management.

Driver Installation

Intel RSTe RAID Driver Installation

Installing Intel RSTe RAID controller drivers during OS setup.

Management Applications and Utilities Installation

Installing management software from the support DVD.

Running the Support DVD

How to navigate and use the motherboard support DVD.

Intel Chipset Device Software Installation

Installing Intel chipset device drivers for system components.

Installing the Intel I350-AM2/I210 Gigabit Adapters Driver

Installing drivers for the Intel I350-AM2/I210 Gigabit network adapters.

VGA Driver Installation

Installing the ASPEED AST2500 VGA driver.

Appendix

Z11PH-D12 Block Diagram

Visual representation of the motherboard's internal architecture.

ASUS Contact Information

Provides contact details for ASUS technical support and service centers.

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