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Checklist Product Name: AP110 Manual Revision: 1.00 E767 Release Date: June 2001 2 Contents Disclaimer/Copyrights ....................................................... 2 ASUS Contact Information ................................................ 6 FCC/CDC Statements ........................................................ 7 Safety Precautions ............................................................. 8 Introduction: About This Manual .......................... 9 Audience ........................................................................... 10 Contents ........................................................................... 10 Conventions ..................................................................... 11 References ........................................................................ 11 System Package Contents .............................................. 12 Chapter 1: System Overview .............................. 13 1.1 1.2 1.3 1.4 System Features ...................................................... 14 Front Panel Features ............................................... 15 Rear Panel Features ................................................ 16 Internal Features ...................................................... 17 Chapter 2: Hardware Setup ................................ 19 2.1 Remove the Front Cover ......................................... 20 Unlock the Front Panel .............................................. 20 Remove the Screws ................................................... 20 Remove the Panel ..................................................... 20 2.2 Remove the Chassis Cover .................................... 21 Remove the Screws ................................................... 21 Remove the Cover ..................................................... 21 2.3 Motherboard Placement .......................................... 22 Placement Direction ................................................... 22 Motherboard Screws .................................................. 22 2.4 Install a CPU ............................................................. 23 CPU Socket Location ................................................. 23 CPU Orientation ......................................................... 23 Unlock the CPU Socket ............................................. 24 Insert the CPU ........................................................... 24 Secure the CPU ......................................................... 25 Connect the Fan Cable .............................................. 25 3 Contents 2.5 Install System Memory ............................................ 26 DIMM Sockets Location ............................................. 26 Install a DIMM ............................................................ 26 2.6 Install a Hard Disk Drive .......................................... 27 HDD Metal Cage ........................................................ 27 Remove the HDD Cage ............................................. 27 Install the HDD ........................................................... 28 Replace the HDD Cage ............................................. 28 Connect the Cables ................................................... 29 IDE HDD Cabling ....................................................... 29 2.7 Replace the Covers ................................................. 30 Re-install the Cover ................................................... 30 Re-install the Panel .................................................... 30 Chapter 3: Powering Up ..................................... 31 3.1 Getting Started ......................................................... 32 Connect a Monitor ..................................................... 32 Connect the Power Cord ........................................... 32 Power On ................................................................... 32 Check Power Status .................................................. 32 Chapter 4: Hardware Options ............................ 33 4.1 IDE RAID Kit ............................................................. 34 IDE RAID Kit Contents ............................................... 34 HDD Tray Frame ........................................................ 35 Hot-swap HDD Tray ................................................... 35 4.2 Install a Hot-swap HDD ........................................... 36 Install HDD Tray Frame ............................................. 36 Remove HDD Tray Cover .......................................... 37 Install an IDE Drive .................................................... 38 4.3 RAID Configuration ................................................. 39 Connect IDE Cables .................................................. 39 Install a RAID Card .................................................... 39 4.4 Removing a Hot-swap HDD Tray ............................ 40 Connect Power Cables .............................................. 40 4.5 CD-ROM Drive .......................................................... 41 Remove the CD-ROM Drive ...................................... 41 Re-install the CD-ROM Drive ..................................... 42 4 Contents Appendix A: Power Supply ................................. 43 A.1 General Description ................................................. 44 A.2 Specifications .......................................................... 45 Input Characteristics .................................................. 45 Output Characteristics ............................................... 45 Over-Voltage Protection (OVP) .................................. 45 Appendix B: Troubleshooting ............................. 47 B.1 Simple Fixes ............................................................. 48 5 ASUS Contact Information ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. 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Operation is subject to the following two conditions: · · This device may not cause harmful interference, and This device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation. This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B 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. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with manufacturer's instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures: · · · · Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. WARNING! The use of shielded cables for connection of the monitor to the graphics card is required to assure compliance with FCC regulations. Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate this equipment. Canadian Department of Communications Statement This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for radio noise emissions from digital apparatus set out in the Radio Interference Regulations of the Canadian Department of Communications. This class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003. 7 Safet y Precautions Electrical Safety IMPORTANT · Before installing or removing signal cables, ensure that the power cables for the system unit and all attached devices are unplugged. To prevent electrical shock hazard, disconnect the power cable from the electrical outlet before relocating the system. When adding or removing any additional devices to or from the system, ensure that the power cables for the devices are unplugged before the signal cables are connected. If possible, disconnect all power cables from the existing system before you add a device. If the power supply is broken, do not try to fix it by yourself. Contact an authorized dealer. · · · CAUTION This product is equipped with a three-wire power cable and plug for the user's safety. Use the power cable with a properly grounded electrical outlet to avoid electrical shock. Operation Safety IMPORTANT · · · Any mechanical operation on this server must be conducted by certified or experienced engineers. Before operating the server, carefully read all the manuals included with the server package. Before using the server, make sure all cables are correctly connected and the power cables are not damaged. If any damage is detected, contact your dealer as soon as possible. To avoid short circuits, keep paper clips, screws, and staples away from connectors, slots, sockets and circuitry. Avoid dust, humidity, and temperature extremes. Place the server on a stable surface. · · 8 Introduction "About This Manual" introduces the contents of this document. This part includes the target audi ...