Asus ASMB2 Bedienungsanleitung
ASMB2
Server Management Board
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First edition V1First edition V1
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First edition V1
November 2005November 2005
November 2005November 2005
November 2005
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Contents
Notices ................................................................................................. v
Safety information .............................................................................. vi
About this guide ................................................................................ vii
ASMB2 specifications summary .......................................................... ix
Chapter 1:Chapter 1:
Chapter 1:Chapter 1:
Chapter 1: Product introductionProduct introduction
Product introductionProduct introduction
Product introduction
1.1 Welcome! .............................................................................. 1-2
1.2 Package contents ................................................................. 1-2
1.3 Board layout ......................................................................... 1-3
1.4 System requirements ........................................................... 1-3
1.5 Network setup ...................................................................... 1-4
Chapter 2: InstallationChapter 2: Installation
Chapter 2: InstallationChapter 2: Installation
Chapter 2: Installation
2.1 Before you proceed .............................................................. 2-2
2.2 Hardware installation ............................................................ 2-2
2.3 Firmware update................................................................... 2-5
2.3.1 For motherboards without ASF function support ... 2-5
2.3.2 For motherboards with ASF function support ........ 2-5
2.4 BIOS remote console ............................................................ 2-6
2.5 ASMB2 configuration ............................................................ 2-7
2.5.1 Running the BIOS IPMI configuration ....................... 2-7
2.5.2 Running the ASMC utility ...................................... 2-10
2.5.3 Configuring the LAN controller ............................. 2-11
2.5.4 Using ASWM to update the ASMB2 firmware ....... 2-13
2.6 Software installation .......................................................... 2-14
2.6.1 Installing the ARC ................................................. 2-14
2.6.2 Launching ARC ...................................................... 2-15
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Chapter 3: Software supportChapter 3: Software support
Chapter 3: Software supportChapter 3: Software support
Chapter 3: Software support
3.1 ASUS Remote Console (ARC) ............................................... 3-2
3.1.1 ARC sections .......................................................... 3-3
3.1.2 Connecting to the remote server ........................... 3-6
3.1.3 Retrieving sensor information ................................. 3-8
3.1.4 Displaying FRU information ................................... 3-10
3.1.5 Displaying system event logs ............................... 3-11
3.1.6 Using Remote Console .......................................... 3-12
3.1.7 Displaying all remote server sensors .................... 3-13
3.1.8 Adjusting the monitoring settings ........................ 3-14
3.1.9 Updating the remote server BIOS file ................... 3-16
3.1.10 Controlling the remote server power ................... 3-17
3.1.11 Viewing PET information ....................................... 3-18
3.2 ASUS Host Management Controller Setup .......................... 3-21
3.2.1 Installing and launching the ASUS Host
Management Controller Setup utility .................... 3-21
3.2.2 Command fields .................................................... 3-22
3.2.3 Initial ..................................................................... 3-22
3.2.4 View ...................................................................... 3-22
3.2.5 Set ........................................................................ 3-25
3.2.6 Monitor ................................................................. 3-26
3.2.7 Help ...................................................................... 3-26
Appendix:Appendix:
Appendix:Appendix:
Appendix: Reference informationReference information
Reference informationReference information
Reference information
A.1 LAN port for server management ........................................ A-2
A.2 BMC socket ........................................................................... A-3
A.3 Troubleshooting ................................................................... A-5
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Notices
Federal Communications Commission StatementFederal Communications Commission Statement
Federal Communications Commission StatementFederal Communications Commission Statement
Federal Communications Commission Statement
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to
the following two conditions:
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This device may not cause harmful interference, and
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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:
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Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
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Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
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Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from that to
which the receiver is connected.
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Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
Canadian Department of Communications StatementCanadian Department of Communications Statement
Canadian Department of Communications StatementCanadian Department of Communications Statement
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 CanadianThis class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian
This class B digital apparatus complies with CanadianThis class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian
This class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian
ICES-003.ICES-003.
ICES-003.ICES-003.
ICES-003.
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.
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Safety information
Electrical safetyElectrical safety
Electrical safetyElectrical safety
Electrical safety
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To prevent electrical shock hazard, disconnect the power cable from
the electrical outlet before relocating the server.
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When adding or removing devices to or from the server, 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
server before you add a device.
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Before connecting or removing signal cables from the server, ensure
that all power cables are unplugged.
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Seek professional assistance before using an adapter or extension cord.
These devices could interrupt the grounding circuit.
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Make sure that your power supply is set to the correct voltage in your
area. If you are not sure about the voltage of the electrical outlet you
are using, contact your local power company.
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If the power supply is broken, do not try to fix it by yourself. Contact a
qualified service technician or your retailer.
Operation safetyOperation safety
Operation safetyOperation safety
Operation safety
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Before installing any component to the server, carefully read all the
manuals that came with the package.
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Before using the product, make sure all cables are correctly connected
and the power cables are not damaged. If you detect any damage,
contact your dealer immediately.
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To avoid short circuits, keep paper clips, screws, and staples away from
connectors, slots, sockets and circuitry.
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Avoid dust, humidity, and temperature extremes. Do not place the
product in any area where it may become wet.
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Place the product on a stable surface.
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If you encounter technical problems with the product, contact a qualified
service technician or your retailer.
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About this guide
This user guide contains the information you need when installing and
configuring the server management board.
How this guide is organizedHow this guide is organized
How this guide is organizedHow this guide is organized
How this guide is organized
This guide contains the following parts:
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•Chapter 1: Product introductionChapter 1: Product introduction
Chapter 1: Product introductionChapter 1: Product introduction
Chapter 1: Product introduction
This chapter describes the server management board features and the
new technologies it supports.
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•Chapter 2: InstallationChapter 2: Installation
Chapter 2: InstallationChapter 2: Installation
Chapter 2: Installation
This chapter provides instructions on how to install the board to the
server system and install the utilities that the board supports.
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•Chapter 3: Software supportChapter 3: Software support
Chapter 3: Software supportChapter 3: Software support
Chapter 3: Software support
This chapter tells you how to use the software applications that the
server management board supports.
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•Appendix: TroubleshootingAppendix: Troubleshooting
Appendix: TroubleshootingAppendix: Troubleshooting
Appendix: Troubleshooting
The Appendix shows the location of the LAN port for server
management and BMC socket on several motherboards. This section
also presents common problems that you may encounter when
installing or using the server management board.
Where to find more informationWhere to find more information
Where to find more informationWhere to find more information
Where to find more information
Refer to the following sources for additional information and for product
and software updates.
1.1.
1.1.
1. ASUS websitesASUS websites
ASUS websitesASUS websites
ASUS websites
The ASUS website provides updated information on ASUS hardware
and software products. Refer to the ASUS contact information.
2.2.
2.2.
2. Optional documentationOptional documentation
Optional documentationOptional documentation
Optional documentation
Your product package may include optional documentation, such as
warranty flyers, that may have been added by your dealer. These
documents are not part of the standard package.
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TypographyTypography
TypographyTypography
Typography
Bold textBold text
Bold textBold text
Bold text Indicates a menu or an item to select.
Italics
Used to emphasize a word or a phrase.
<Key> Keys enclosed in the less-than and greater-than sign means
that you must press the enclosed key.
Example: <Enter> means that you must press the Enter or
Return key.
<Key1+Key2+Key3> If you must press two or more keys simultaneously, the
key names are linked with a plus sign (+).
Example: <Ctrl+Alt+D>
Command Means that you must type the command exactly as shown,
then supply the required item or value enclosed in
brackets.
Example: At the DOS prompt, type the command line:
format a:
DANGER/WARNING:DANGER/WARNING:
DANGER/WARNING:DANGER/WARNING:
DANGER/WARNING: Information to prevent injury to yourself
when trying to complete a task.
CAUTION:CAUTION:
CAUTION:CAUTION:
CAUTION: Information to prevent damage to the components
when trying to complete a task.
NOTE:NOTE:
NOTE:NOTE:
NOTE: Tips and additional information to help you complete a
task.
IMPORTANT:IMPORTANT:
IMPORTANT:IMPORTANT:
IMPORTANT: Instructions that you MUST follow to complete a
task.
Conventions used in this guideConventions used in this guide
Conventions used in this guideConventions used in this guide
Conventions used in this guide
To make sure that you perform certain tasks properly, take note of the
following symbols used throughout this manual.
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ASMB2 specifications summary
Specifications are subject to change without notice.
IPMIIPMI
IPMIIPMI
IPMI
featuresfeatures
featuresfeatures
features
CPUCPU
CPUCPU
CPU
ChipsetChipset
ChipsetChipset
Chipset
Internal RAMInternal RAM
Internal RAMInternal RAM
Internal RAM
Internal ROMInternal ROM
Internal ROMInternal ROM
Internal ROM
InterruptInterrupt
InterruptInterrupt
Interrupt
TimersTimers
TimersTimers
Timers
SystemSystem
SystemSystem
System
InterfaceInterface
InterfaceInterface
Interface
Serial/ModemSerial/Modem
Serial/ModemSerial/Modem
Serial/Modem
InterfaceInterface
InterfaceInterface
Interface
LAN InterfaceLAN Interface
LAN InterfaceLAN Interface
LAN Interface
LEDLED
LEDLED
LED
BusBus
BusBus
Bus
FeaturesFeatures
FeaturesFeatures
Features
SoftwareSoftware
SoftwareSoftware
Software
supportsupport
supportsupport
support
IPMI 2.0-compliant and supports:
- Auto monitoring sensor and event logging
- IPMI Host I/O interface
- Receiving and logging of event messages
- IPMB/I
2
C system interface
- System Watchdog Timer (ASR)
16-bit H8S/2000 core 33 MHz
Renesas H8S/2168
40 KB
256 KB
I
2
C, Timer, UART, LPC
16-bit system timer
Watchdog timer
Low Pin Count
Supports Keyboard Controller Style (KCS)
Basic Mode
IPMI 2.0 Shared LAN
BMC heartbeat
Two I
2
C bus
One IPMB bus
Two UART bus
Remote power on/off
Remote BIOS update
Short Message Service (SMS)
Remote Console Redirection (text mode)
Serial-Over-LAN (SOL)
Remote reboot
Upgradeable firmware
Platform Event Trap (PET)
ASUS Remote Console (ARC)
ASUS Host Management Controller Utility (DOS-based)
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