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Chapter 4: Motherboard info4-129. Power connectors (24-pin ATXPWR1, 8-pin ATX12V1)These connectors connect to an SSI-type 12V power supply. The plugs

4-13ASUS AP1720-E2 barebone server11. Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin FP_AUDIO1)This is an interface for the Intel front panel audio cable that

Chapter 4: Motherboard info4-1413. CPU and system fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN1/2,3-pin REAR_FAN1/2, 3-pin FRNT_FAN1/2)The fan connectors support c

4-15ASUS AP1720-E2 barebone server• System Power LED (3-pin PLED)This lead connects to the system power LED. The LED lights up when youturn on the sy

Chapter 4: Motherboard info4-16

3-1ASUS AP1720-E2 barebone serverThis chapter tells how to changethe system settings through theBIOS Setup menus. Detaileddescriptions of the BIOSpara

Chapter 5: BIOS setup5-25.1 Managing and updating your BIOS5.1.1 Creating a bootable floppy disk1. Do either one of the following to create a bootabl

5-3ASUS AP1720-E2 barebone server5.1.2 AwardBIOS Flash UtilityUpdating the BIOSTo update the BIOS using this utility.1. Download the latest BIOS fi

Chapter 5: BIOS setup5-46. Type the BIOS file name in the File Name to Program field, thenpress <Enter>.7. The utility prompts you to save the

5-5ASUS AP1720-E2 barebone server9. The utility displays a Flashing Complete message indicating that youhave successfully flashed the BIOS file. Press

1-1ASUS AP1720-E2 user guideThis chapter describes the generalfeatures of the barebone server. Itincludes sections on the front paneland rear panel sp

Chapter 5: BIOS setup5-63. Type a filename for the current BIOS file in the Save current BIOS asfield, then press <Enter>.4. The utility saves

5-7ASUS AP1720-E2 barebone server5.1.3 ASUS EZ Flash Utilityhe ASUS EZ Flash feature allows you to update the BIOS without havingto go through the lon

Chapter 5: BIOS setup5-85.2 BIOS Setup programThis motherboard includes a Flash ROM that you can update using theprovided utility described in sectio

5-9ASUS AP1720-E2 barebone server5.2.2 Menu barThe menu bar on top of the screen has the following main items:Main For changing the basic system confi

Chapter 5: BIOS setup5-105.2.4 General helpOn the right side of the menu screen is a brief description of the selecteditem.5.2.5 Sub-menuAn item with

5-11ASUS AP1720-E2 barebone server5.3 Main menuWhen you enter the BIOS Setup program, the Main menu screen appearsgiving you an overview of the basic

Chapter 5: BIOS setup5-12Base/Extended/Total Memory [xxxK]The base memory, extended memory, and total memory values are auto-detected. These fields a

5-13ASUS AP1720-E2 barebone serverPIO Mode [Auto]Sets the PIO mode for the IDE drive. The settings Mode 0 to 4 allowsuccessive increase in performance

Chapter 5: BIOS setup5-14Manually detecting an IDE driveIf you wish to manually enter the drive information, set the Primary IDEMaster item to [Manua

5-15ASUS AP1720-E2 barebone server5.3.2 Primary IDE SlaveWhen configuring a drive as Primary IDE Slave, refer to section “5.3.1Primary IDE Master” for

Chapter 1: Product introduction1-21.1 System package contentsCheck your ASUS AP1720-E2 package with the items on the followingtable. The package cont

Chapter 5: BIOS setup5-16Extended IDE Drive [Auto]When set to [Auto], allows automatic selection of the extended IDE driveinstalled, if any. Set this

5-17ASUS AP1720-E2 barebone server5.4 Advanced menuThe Advanced menu items allow you to change the settings for the CPU,memory, chipset, and other sys

Chapter 5: BIOS setup5-185.4.2 CPU ConfigurationThis menu shows the CPU configuration settings. Select an item thenpress <Enter> to display a p

5-19ASUS AP1720-E2 barebone server5.4.3 Memory ConfigurationThis menu shows the memory configuration settings. Select an item thenpress <Enter>

Chapter 5: BIOS setup5-20DRAM RAS# to CAS# Delay [3]Controls the latency between the DRAM active command and the read/write command. Configuration op

5-21ASUS AP1720-E2 barebone serverInit Display First [AGP Slot]Allows you to select the graphics controller to use as primary boot device.Configuratio

Chapter 5: BIOS setup5-22Frequency/Voltage ControlCPU Clock [200MHz]Allows you to set the CPU frequency. Key-in a value within the specifiedrange, th

5-23ASUS AP1720-E2 barebone server5.4.5 Onboard DeviceThis menu shows the onboard device configuration settings. Select anitem then press <Enter>

Chapter 5: BIOS setup5-24Onboard LAN Boot ROM [Disabled]Allows you to enable or disable the onboard LAN device boot ROM.Configuration options: [Disab

5-25ASUS AP1720-E2 barebone serverOnboard Parallel Port [378/IRQ7]Allows you to select the parellel port base address.Configuration options: [Disabled

ASUS AP1720-E2 barebone server1-31.2 System specificationsThe ASUS AP1720-E2 is a barebone server system featuring the ASUSNCCH-DL motherboard. The se

Chapter 5: BIOS setup5-26SATA ConfigurationOn-chip Serial ATA [Auto]This item allows you to configure your serial ATA devices if present.Configuratio

5-27ASUS AP1720-E2 barebone serverd. Setting to [SATA Only] allows you to install IDE devices on the SerialATA channels only.e. Setting to [Disabled]

Chapter 5: BIOS setup5-285.4.6 PCIPnPThis menu shows the PCIPnP configuration settings. Select an item thenpress <Enter> to display a pop-up me

5-29ASUS AP1720-E2 barebone serverINT Pin 1~8 Assignment [Auto]Allows you to select the appropriate interrupt to the specific devices toavoid conflict

Chapter 5: BIOS setup5-305.4.7 USB ConfigurationThis menu shows the USB configuration settings. Select an item thenpress <Enter> to display a p

5-31ASUS AP1720-E2 barebone server5.5 Power menuThe Power menu items allow you to change the power managementsettings. Select an item then press <E

Chapter 5: BIOS setup5-325.5.1 APM ConfigurationThis menu shows the Advanced Power Management (APM) configurationsettings. Select an item then press

5-33ASUS AP1720-E2 barebone serverVideo Off Method [DPMS]This item determines the video off features. The Display PowerManagement System (DPMS) featur

Chapter 5: BIOS setup5-34KB Power On Password [Enter]Allows you to set a password to turn the system power on. Highlight thisitem then press enter to

5-35ASUS AP1720-E2 barebone serverVoltage MonitorCPU VCORE Voltage, +12V Voltage, +3.3V Voltage, +5VCCVoltage, VBAT Voltage, +5VSB VoltageAuto-detecte

Chapter 1: Product introduction1-41.3 Front panel featuresThe AP1720-E2 chassis displays a stylish front bezel with lock. The bezelcovers the system

Chapter 5: BIOS setup5-36Smart Q-Fan ConfigurationSmart Fan Control [Disabled]Allows you to enable or disable the Smart Fan feature. Configurationopt

5-37ASUS AP1720-E2 barebone server5.6 Boot menuThe Boot menu items allow you to change the system boot settings. Selectan item then press <Enter>

Chapter 5: BIOS setup5-385.6.2 Hard Disk Boot Priority5.6.3 Removable Device Priority1. Bootable Add-in CardsHard Disk Boot PriorityItem Specific Hel

5-39ASUS AP1720-E2 barebone server5.6.4 Boot Settings ConfigurationBoot Other Device [Enabled]Allows you to enable or disable selection of other boot

Chapter 5: BIOS setup5-40Boot Up NumLock Status [On]Allows you to select the power-on state for the NumLock.Configuration options: [On] [Off]Typemati

5-41ASUS AP1720-E2 barebone serverSupervisor Password ClearUser Password ClearPassword Check [Setup]SecurityItem Specific Help Supervisor passwordco

Chapter 5: BIOS setup5-42A note about passwordsThe Supervisor password is required to enter the BIOS Setup programpreventing unauthorized access. The

5-43ASUS AP1720-E2 barebone server5.7 Exit menuThe Exit menu items allow you to load the BIOS setup default settings,save or discard any changes you m

Chapter 5: BIOS setup5-44Load Setup DefaultsSelect this option then press <Enter>, or simply press <F5>, to load theoptimized values for

3-1ASUS AP1720-E2 barebone serverThis appendix gives information on thestandard and redundant power supply thatcame with the barebone server. Thissect

ASUS AP1720-E2 barebone server1-5If you wish to access front I/O ports and floppy disk drive without openingthe bezel, hold the tab and move the slidi

Appendix: Reference informationA-2A.1 600 W single power supplyA.1.1 General descriptionThe 600 W SSI-type single power supply with universal AC inpu

A-3ASUS AP1720-E2 barebone serverA.1.2 SpecificationsOutput Voltage Max (A)+3.33V 20+5V 24+12V 15-12V 0.5-5V 0.5+5VSB 2.0Input characteristicsInput Vo

Appendix: Reference informationA-4A.2 600 W dual/redundant power supplyA.2.1 General descriptionThe 600 W dual/redundant-type power supply has 11 plu

A-5ASUS AP1720-E2 barebone serverA.2.2 SpecificationsOutput Voltage Max (A) Max Power (W)+3.33V 40 580+5V 50 580+12V 34 580-12V 1.0 12-5V 0.5 2.5+5VSB

Appendix: Reference informationA-6A.3 Simple fixesThe power LED on the server oron the monitor do not light up1. Check if the power cable isproperly

A-7ASUS AP1720-E2 barebone serverProblem ActionThe system continuously beepsafter it was turned on1. Check the memory modulesand make sure you install

Appendix: Reference informationA-8

Chapter 1: Product introduction1-61.4 Rear panel featuresThe rear panel includes a slot for the motherboard rear I/O ports,expansion slots, a chassis

ASUS AP1720-E2 barebone server1-71.5 Internal featuresThe barebone server system includes the basic components as shown.AI4 (four internal IDE/SATA co

Chapter 1: Product introduction1-814AS4 (four hot-swap SCSI configuration)AA4 (four hot-swap SATA configuration)1112671234810591113

ASUS AP1720-E2 barebone server1-91. Power supply cage2. CD-ROM drive3. 2 x 5.25-inch drive bays4. Hard disk drive cage5. Chassis fan6. Expansion card

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Chapter 1: Product introduction1-101.6 LED informationThe barebone system comes with five LED indicators. Refer to thefollowing table for the LED sta

ASUS AP1720-E2 barebone server2-1This chapter lists the hardware setupprocedures that you have to perform wheninstalling or removing system components

Chapter 2: Hardware setup2-22.1 Chassis coverThe chassis features a “screwless design” that allows convenientassembly and disassembly. You can simply

2-3ASUS AP1720-E2 barebone server2.1.2 Re-installing the side coverTo re-install the side cover:1. Match and insert the hooks of thecover to the elong

Chapter 2: Hardware setup2-42.2 Motherboard informationThe barebone server comes with the ASUS NCCH-DL motherboardalready installed. The motherboard

2-5ASUS AP1720-E2 barebone server2.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU)2.3.1 OverviewThe motherboard comes with dual surface mount 604-pin Zero InsertionFo

Chapter 2: Hardware setup2-6Follow these steps to install a CPU.1. Locate the 604-pin ZIF socketson the motherboard. Flip up thesocket lever and push

2-7ASUS AP1720-E2 barebone server2.3.3 Installing the CPU heatsink and fanThe Intel® Xeon™ processors require an Intel® certified heatsink and fanasse

Chapter 2: Hardware setup2-82. Use a Phillips screwdriver totighten the four heatsink screwsin a diagonal sequence.3. Connect the fan cable to the 4-

2-9ASUS AP1720-E2 barebone server4. Repeat steps 1 to 3 to install theother heatsink if you haveinstalled a second CPU, thenconnect the fan cable to t

iiiContentsNotices ...vSafety information ...

Chapter 2: Hardware setup2-102.4 System memory2.4.1 OverviewThe motherboard comes with four Double Data Rate (DDR) Dual InlineMemory Module (DIMM) so

2-11ASUS AP1720-E2 barebone serverTable 1 Recommended memory configurations* For dual-channel configuration (3), you may:• install identical DIMMs in

Chapter 2: Hardware setup2-122.4.2 Installing a DIMMMake sure to unplug the power supply before adding or removingDIMMs or other system components. F

2-13ASUS AP1720-E2 barebone serverBefore you can install a 5.25-inch drive, you should first remove thefront panel assembly (front bezel and front pan

Chapter 2: Hardware setup2-14Do not use too much force when removing the front panel assembly.3. Unhook the hinge-like tabs from the holes on the rig

2-15ASUS AP1720-E2 barebone server2.5.2 Re-installing the front panel assemblyTo re-install the front panel assembly (front bezel and front panel cove

Chapter 2: Hardware setup2-162.6 5.25-inch drivesThree 5.25-inch drive bays arelocated on the upper front part of thechassis. A CD-ROM drive that com

2-17ASUS AP1720-E2 barebone server3. When released, pull up the drive bay lock bar. Underneath the lock barare two pegs that match the holes on the dr

Chapter 2: Hardware setup2-187. Make sure that the drive and bayholes align as shown. When inplace, the drive protrudes aboutan inch from the front p

2-19ASUS AP1720-E2 barebone server2.7 Hard disk drives2.7.1 Installing a hot-swap SATA/SCSIhard disk driveIf you purchased an AS8, AS4, or AA4 configu

ivContents2.9 Cable connections ... 2-302.9.1 Motherboard connections ...

Chapter 2: Hardware setup2-205. Place a SATA or an SCA SCSIhard disk to the drive tray, andsecure it with four screws.6. Carefully insert drive tray

2-21ASUS AP1720-E2 barebone server2.7.2 Installing an internal IDE/SATA HDDIf you purchased an internal IDE/SATA model (AI4), your package comeswith

Chapter 2: Hardware setup2-227. Connect the IDE and powercables to their correspondingconnectors on the back of thedrive.8. Follow steps 2 to 6 if yo

2-23ASUS AP1720-E2 barebone serverInstalling a Serial ATA HDD to the first hard disk drive cageTo install a Serial ATA hard disk drive to the first ha

Chapter 2: Hardware setup2-24Installing an IDE/SATA HDD to the internal HDD cageFollow these instructions to install an IDE or Serial ATA hard disk d

2-25ASUS AP1720-E2 barebone server2. Press the dummy cover into theslot opening until the hook tabclicks in place.3. When installed, the dummy coverap

Chapter 2: Hardware setup2-262.8 Expansion cardsThe chassis is designed with a screwless expansion slot frame on the rearpanel. This design feature a

2-27ASUS AP1720-E2 barebone server3. When the card is in place, secureit with the plastic card lock thatyou removed earlier.Card lock tab

Chapter 2: Hardware setup2-283. When the card is inside thechassis, push down the end ofthe card until it is level with thePCI slot.2.8.2 Installing

2-29ASUS AP1720-E2 barebone server2.8.3 Removing an expansion cardTo remove an expansion card:1. Remove the plastic card lock that secures the expansi

v5.2.5 Sub-menu ... 5-105.2.6 Scroll bar ...

Chapter 2: Hardware setup2-302.9 Cable connections• The bundled system cables are pre-connected before shipment.You do not need to disconnect these c

2-31ASUS AP1720-E2 barebone server2.9.2 SATA backplane connections(in AA4 models only)A SATA backplane comes pre-installed in the AP1720-E2 AA4 model.

Chapter 2: Hardware setup2-32Back sideThe back side of SATA backplane faces the rear panel when installed. Thisside includes the power connectors, SA

2-33ASUS AP1720-E2 barebone serverSATA backplane jumper settings and HDD ID assignmentsThe 6-pin jumper J1 allows you to define your desired SATA conf

Chapter 2: Hardware setup2-342.9.3 SCSI backplane connections(in AS8 and AS4 models only)Two SCSI backplanes come pre-installed in the AP1720-E2 AS8

2-35ASUS AP1720-E2 barebone serverBack sideThe back side of SCSI backplanefaces the rear panel when installed.This side includes the powerconnectors,

Chapter 2: Hardware setup2-36Two-backplane configurationIn a two-backplane configuration:• the upper SCSI interface of the first backplane connects t

2-37ASUS AP1720-E2 barebone serverSCSI backplane jumper settings and HDD ID assignmentsThe 6-pin jumper J1 on each of the SCSI backplanes allows you t

Chapter 2: Hardware setup2-38Non-Cascade configurationFirst backplane (BPB1)J1 setting (1-3 shorted, 2-4 shorted)Device SCSI ID#Drive Bay 1 ID0Drive

2-39ASUS AP1720-E2 barebone server2.10 Removable componentsYou may need to remove previously installed system components wheninstalling or removing sy

viNoticesFederal Communications Commission StatementThis device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subjectto the following two condi

Chapter 2: Hardware setup2-40To re-install the chassis fan:1. Insert the new fan to the chassisfan cage.4. Pull the fan out from the fan case,then se

2-41ASUS AP1720-E2 barebone server2.10.2 HDD fanTo remove the HDD fan:1. Loosen the thumb screw thatsecures the HDD fan cage to thechassis.2. Hold the

Chapter 2: Hardware setup2-425. Press the fan case hooks outwardsuntil the fan detaches from thecase.6. Slightly press the center of thefan vent to f

2-43ASUS AP1720-E2 barebone server2. Re-connect the 3-pin fan cable tothe fan connector on the backplane.4. Push the outer edge of the fancage sideway

Chapter 2: Hardware setup2-442.10.3 SATA/SCSI backplaneTo remove the SATA/SCSI backplane:1. Remove the HDD fan cage. Refer to section “2.10.2 HDD fa

2-45ASUS AP1720-E2 barebone serverTo re-install a SATA/SCSI backplane:1. Position the backplane into itsslot with the component sidefacing the rear pa

Chapter 2: Hardware setup2-462.10.4 Floppy disk drive2. Carefully pull out the drive fromthe chassis until you see thecables connected to the drive.T

2-47ASUS AP1720-E2 barebone serverTo install a floppy disk drive:1. Position the floppy drive verticallywith the eject button on the leftside (close t

Chapter 2: Hardware setup2-482.10.5 Front I/O boardYou need to remove the front panel assembly before you can removethe front I/O board. Refer to sec

2-49ASUS AP1720-E2 barebone serverTo install the front I/O board:1. Place the I/O board in thebracket, component side up.Secure the front I/O board to

viiSafety informationElectrical Safety• Before installing or removing signal cables, ensure that the power cables forthe system unit and all attached

Chapter 2: Hardware setup2-502.10.6 Chassis footpads and roller wheelsThe barebone server system is shipped with four footpads attached to thebottom

2-51ASUS AP1720-E2 barebone serverTo remove the chassis wheels:1. Lay the system chassis on its side.2. Use a Phillips screwdriver toremove the screws

Chapter 2: Hardware setup2-522.10.7 Power suppy modulesThe barebone server system power supply modules come in threeconfigurations:You MUST disconnec

2-53ASUS AP1720-E2 barebone serverTo remove the 600 W single power supply module:1. Loosen the thumbscrew thatsecures the power supply metalplate. Do

Chapter 2: Hardware setup2-54To install a 600 W single power supply module:1. Firmly hold the power supplymodule and insert it into thepower supply c

2-55ASUS AP1720-E2 barebone serverTo remove a 600 W dual or redundant power supply:1. Loosen four screws on the metalbrackets that secure the powersup

Chapter 2: Hardware setup2-562. Use a power supply modulehandle to push the power supplyuntil it fits in place.3. Secure the power supply to thechass

3-1ASUS AP1720-E2 barebone serverThis chapter describes how toinstall optional components into thebarebone server.Chapter 3Installation options

Chapter 3: Installation options3-2The items required for the optional configurations described in thischapter are not included in the standard barebo

3-3ASUS AP1720-E2 barebone server3. Make sure that the cage lock tabsnaps to the bottom of the firstdrive cage. When properlyinstalled, the cage shoul

viiiAbout this guideAudienceThis user guide is intended for system integrators, and experienced userswith at least basic knowledge of configuring a se

Chapter 3: Installation options3-46. Insert the tabs into the holes. Youmay need to swing the bracket abit from left to right and back tofully insert

3-5ASUS AP1720-E2 barebone server3.2 Installing an IDE drive cagePerform this installation if you wish to upgrade your 4-SCSI configurationsystem (AS4

Chapter 3: Installation options3-63. Make sure that the drive cage isfits snugly to the bay as shown.The drive cage is properlyinstalled when it is p

3-7ASUS AP1720-E2 barebone server3.3 Upgrading to a dual or redundantpower supplyPerform this installation if you wish to upgrade your barebone server

Chapter 3: Installation options3-86. Push the power supply to thepower supply cage until the metalbrackets and the chassis screwholes align.5. Push t

3-9ASUS AP1720-E2 barebone server3.4 Installing a power supply modulePerform this installation if you wish to upgrade your barebone serversystem from

Chapter 3: Installation options3-104. Push the power supply moduleinside the bay until it is alignedwith the other power supplymodules.The pictures s

3-11ASUS AP1720-E2 barebone server3.5 Preparing the system for rack mounting3.5.1 Remove the footpads or roller wheelsRefer to section “2.10.7 Chassi

Chapter 3: Installation options3-12

3-1ASUS AP1720-E2 barebone serverThis chapter includes themotherboard layout and briefdescriptions of the jumpers andinternal connectors.Chapter 4Mot

ixReferenceVisit the ASUS websites worldwide that provide updated information for allASUS hardware and software products. Refer to the ASUS contactinf

Chapter 4: Motherboard info4-24.1 Motherboard layoutNCCH-DLAccelerated Graphics Port (AGP8X1)REAR_FAN1FLOPPY14MbitFlashBIOSSEC_IDE1DDR DIMM1 (72 bit

4-3ASUS AP1720-E2 barebone serverLayout contentsJumpers1. Keyboard power (3-pin KBPWR1) 4-42. RAID controller setting (3-pin RAID_EN1) 4-43. USB devic

Chapter 4: Motherboard info4-44.2 Jumpers1. Keyboard power (3-pin KBPWR1)This jumper allows you to enable (pins 2-3) or disable (pins 1-2) thekeyboar

4-5ASUS AP1720-E2 barebone server1. The USB device wake-up feature requires a power supply that canprovide 500mA on the +5VSB lead for each USB port.

Chapter 4: Motherboard info4-65. Clear RTC RAM (3-pin CLRTC1)This jumper allows you to clear the Real Time Clock (RTC) RAM inCMOS. The RAM data in C

4-7ASUS AP1720-E2 barebone server7. IEEE 1394 setting (3-pin 1394_EN)These jumpers allow you to enable or disable the onboard IEEE 1394controller. Set

Chapter 4: Motherboard info4-81. Floppy disk drive connector (34-1 pin FLOPPY1)This connector supports the provided floppy drive ribbon cable. Afterc

4-9ASUS AP1720-E2 barebone server3. IDE connectors (40-1 pin PRI_IDE [blue], SEC_IDE [white])This connector supports the provided UltraDMA/100/66 IDE

Chapter 4: Motherboard info4-105. IEEE 1394 connector (10-1 pin IE1394_1)This connector is for a 1394 module. Attach the 10-1 pin 1394 cableplug from

4-11ASUS AP1720-E2 barebone server7. Serial ATA RAID connectors (7-pin SATA_RAID1, SATA_RAID2)These Serial ATA connectors support SATA hard disks that