ASRock K7VT2 User Manual

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K7VT2

User Manual

Version 1.1

Published November 2002

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ContentsContents

Contents

ContentsContents

1 Introduction1 Introduction

1 Introduction

1 Introduction1 Introduction

1.1 Package Contents ......................................................... 4

1.2 Spec if ic at io ns ................................................................ 4

1.3 Motherboard Layout ...................................................... 6

1.4 ASRock I/O

2 Installation2 Installation

2 Installation

2 Installation2 Installation

2.1 Screw Holes ................................................................. 8

2.2 Pre-installation Precautions........................................... 8

2.3 CPU Installation .............................................................. 8

2.4 Installation of Heatsink and CPU fan ............................. 9

2.5 Installation of Memory Modules (DIMM)......................... 9

2.6 Expansion Slots............................................................. 10

2.7 Jumpers Setup .............................................................. 11

2.8 Connectors .................................................................... 11

3 BIOS Setup3 BIOS Setup

3 BIOS Setup

3 BIOS Setup3 BIOS Setup

3.1 BIOS Setup Utility........................................................... 14

3.1.1 BIOS Menu Bar ....................................................... 14

3.1.2 Legend Bar............................................................. 15

3.2 Main Menu...................................................................... 15

3.3 Advanced, Security, Power, Boot, and Exit Menus..... 17

4 Software Support4 Software Support

4 Software Support

4 Software Support4 Software Support

4.1 Installing Operating System........................................... 18

4.2 Support CD Information ................................................. 18

4.2.1 Running Support CD............................................... 18

4.2.2 Drivers Menu .......................................................... 18

4.2.3 Utilities Menu........................................................... 18

4.2.4 ASRock “PC-DIY Live Demo” Program .................. 18

4.2.5 Contact Information ................................................ 18

AppendixAppendix

Appendix

AppendixAppendix

1. Advanced Menu .............................................................. 19

2. Security Menu ................................................................. 21

3. Power Menu .................................................................... 22

4. Boot Menu........................................................................ 23

5. Exit Menu ......................................................................... 23

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Chapter 1 IntroductionChapter 1 Introduction

Chapter 1 Introduction

Chapter 1 IntroductionChapter 1 Introduction

Thank you for purchasing ASRock K7VT2 motherboard, a reliable motherboard produced under ASRock’s consistently stringent quality control. It delivers excellent performance with robust design conforming to ASRock’s commitment to quality and endurance. Chapter 1 and 2 of this manual contain introduction of the motherboard and step-by-step installation guide for new DIY system builders. Chapter 3 and 4 contain basic BIOS setup and support CD information. For advanced users’ reference, the Appendix offers more advanced BIOS Setup information.

1.1 Package Contents1.1 Package Contents

1.1 Package Contents

1.1 Package Contents1.1 Package Contents

ASRock K7VT2 motherboard (ATX form factor: 12" x 9.6", 30.5 x 24.4 cm) ASRock K7VT2 Quick Installation Guide ASRock AMD-VIA Series Support CD 1 cable for IDE devices (1 x ATA 66/100/133) 1 cable for floppy drive (1 x ribbon cable) 1 ASRock I/O shield

1.2 Specifications1.2 Specifications

1.2 Specifications

1.2 Specifications1.2 Specifications

Platform: ATX form factor (12" x 9.6", 30.5 x 24.4 cm) CPU: Supports Socket A (462 pins) for

AMD Athlon

Chipsets: North Bridge: VIA KT266A, FSB@200/266MHz, AGP 4X;

South Bridge: supports USB 2.0, ATA 133

Clock Generator: 100 MHz - 200MHz Memory: 2 slots for DDR: DIMM1 and DIMM2 (PC1600/ PC2100),

Max. 2GB; 2 slots for SDR: DIMM3 and DIMM4 (PC100/ PC133), Max. 2GB

IDE: IDE1: A TA 133 / Ultra DMA Mode 6;

IDE2: A TA 133 / Ultra DMA Mode 6; Can connect up to 4 IDE devices

Floppy Port: Supports floppy disk drive Audio: 2 channels AC’97 Audio LAN: Speed: 802.3u (10/100 Ethernet), supports Wake-On-LAN Hardware Monitor: CPU temperature sensing;

Chassis temperature sensing; CPU overheat shutdown to protect CPU life;

/ Athlon

XP/ DuronTM processor

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Voltage monitoring: +12V, +5V, +3V, Vcore; CPU fan tachometer; Chassis fan tachometer

PCI slots: 5 slots with PCI Specification 2.2 AGP slot: 1 universal AGP slot,

supports 3.3v / 1.5v, 4X / 2X / 1X AGP cards

AMR slot (optional): 1 slot, supports ASRock MR card, shares the bracket with

the slot PCI 5

USB 2.0: 4 default USB ports and 1 extra set of header for two

additional USB ports upgrade

ASRock I/OTM: PS/2: 1 keyboard port / 1 mouse port;

1 RJ 45 port; 4 rear default USB ports (USB 2.0); 1 serial port: COM 1; 1 parallel port: ECP/EPP support; Audio Jack: Line Out/ Line In/ Microphone + Game port

BIOS: AMI legal BIOS;

Supports “Plug and Play”; ACPI 1.1 compliance wake up events; Supports jumperfree; SMBIOS 2.3.1 support; CPU frequency stepless control (only for advanced users’ reference)

OS: Microsoft® Windows® 98 SE / ME / 2000 / XP compliant

1. While CPU overheat is detected, the system will automatically shutdown and the power button on the chassis will be disabled. Please check if the CPU fan on the motherboard functions properly before you resume the system.

2. Although K7VT2 offers stepless control, it is not recommended to perform over clocking. Frequencies other than the recommended CPU bus frequencies may cause the instability of the system or damage the CPU.

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1.3 Motherboard Layout1.3 Motherboard Layout

1.3 Motherboard Layout

1.3 Motherboard Layout1.3 Motherboard Layout

24.4cm (9.6 in)

PS/2

Mouse

PS2_USB_PWR1

PS/2

Keyword

COM1

PARALLEL PORT

LAN

USB01

USB23

22 21

Line out

Line

Linein

Mic

GAME AUDIO1

Mic in

GAME AUDIO1

Audio1

LANPHY

CD1

AUX1

FSB_SEL1

KT266A

Chipset

Accelerated GraphicsPort

PCI 1

PCI 2

VIA

45 6

CPU_FAN1

VIA South Bridge

DDR DIMM1(64/72 bit, 184-pinmodule)

10 32

CLRCMOS1

DDR DIMM2(64/72 bit, 184-pinmodule)

SDR DIMM1(64 bit, 168-pinmodule)

10 32

IDE1

IDE2

SDR DIMM2(64 bit, 168-pinmodule)

CHA_FAN1

30.5cm (12.0 in)

9 17

AudioCODEC

AMR1

PCI 4

K7VT2

PCI 3

PCI 5

CMOS Battery

Super

Speaker1

I/O

IR1

USB45

FLOPPY1

2MB BIOS

PANEL1

HDLED PWRBTN

PLED RST

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1 ATX power connector (A TXPWR1) 14 Infrared module connector (IR1) 2 CPU socket 15 External speaker connector (SPEAKER 1) 3 CPU fan connector (CPU_FAN1) 16 South Bridge controller 4 North Bridge controller 17 Clear CMOS (CLRCMOS1) 5 184-pin DDR DIMM slots (blue) 18 PCI slots 6 168-pin SDRAM DIMM slots (black) 19 Audio CODEC 7 Primary IDE connector (IDE1, blue) 20 Front panel audio connector (AUDIO1) 8 Secondary IDE connector (IDE2, black) 21 LAN PHY 9 Chassis fan connector (CHA_FAN1) 22 AGP slot 10 Floppy connector (FLOPPY1) 23 FSB_SEL1 jumper 11 Flash EEPROM 24 Internal audio connector: AUX1 (white) 12 System panel connector (PANEL1) 25 Internal audio connector: CD1 (black) 13 USB header (USB45) 26 PS2_USB_PWR1 jumper

27 AMR slot (Optional)

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1.4 ASRock I/O1.4 ASRock I/O

1.4 ASRock I/O

1.4 ASRock I/O1.4 ASRock I/O

TMTM

910

1 Parallel port 6 Line Out (Lime) 2 RJ-45 port 7 USB 2.0 ports 3 Game port 8 Serial port (COM1) 4 Microphone (Pink) 9 PS/2 keyboard port (Purple) 5 Line In (Light Blue) 10 PS/2 mouse port (Green)

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Chapter 2 InstallationChapter 2 Installation

Chapter 2 Installation

Chapter 2 InstallationChapter 2 Installation

K7VT2 is an ATX form factor (12" x 9.6", 30.5 x 24.4 cm) motherboard. Before you install the motherboard, study the configuration of your chassis to ensure that the motherboard fits into it.

Make sure to unplug the power cord before installing or removing the motherboard. Failure to do so may cause physical injuries to you and damages to motherboard components.

2.1 Screw Holes2.1 Screw Holes

2.1 Screw Holes

2.1 Screw Holes2.1 Screw Holes

Place screws into the holes indicated by circles to secure the motherboard to the chassis.

Do not over-tighten the screws! Doing so may damage the motherboard.

2.2 Pre-installation Precautions2.2 Pre-installation Precautions

2.2 Pre-installation Precautions

2.2 Pre-installation Precautions2.2 Pre-installation Precautions

Take note of the following precautions before you install motherboard components or change any motherboard settings.

1. Unplug the power cord from the wall socket before touching any component.

2. To avoid damaging the motherboard components due to static electricity, NEVER place your motherboard directly on the carpet or the like. Also remember to use a grounded wrist strap or touch a safety grounded object before you handle components.

3. Hold components by the edges and do not touch the ICs.

4. Whenever you uninstall any component, place it on a grounded antistatic pad or in the bag that comes with the component.

Before you install or remove any component, ensure that the power is switched off or the power cord is detached from the power supply.

Failure to do so may cause severe damage to the motherboard, peripherals, and/or components.

2.3 CPU Installation2.3 CPU Installation

2.3 CPU Installation

2.3 CPU Installation2.3 CPU Installation

Step 1. Unlock the socket by lifting the lever up to a 90 Step 2. Position the CPU directly above the socket such that its marked corner

matches the base of the socket lever.

Step 3. Carefully insert the CPU into the socket until it fits in place.

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The CPU fits only in one correct orientation. DO NOT force the CPU into the socket to avoid bending of the pins.

Step 4. When the CPU is in place, press it firmly on the socket while you push

down the socket lever to secure the CPU. The lever clicks on the side tab to indicate that it is locked.

Step 1 Step 2, 3 Step 4

2.4 Installation of CPU Fan and Heatsink2.4 Installation of CPU Fan and Heatsink

2.4 Installation of CPU Fan and Heatsink

2.4 Installation of CPU Fan and Heatsink2.4 Installation of CPU Fan and Heatsink

AMD AhtlonTM / DuronTM family CPUs with a speed of 600 MHz and higher require larger heatsink and cooling fan. Thermal grease between the CPU and the heatsink is also needed to improve heat transfer. Make sure that the CPU and the heatsink are securely fastened and in good contact with each other. For proper installation, please kindly refer to the instruction manuals of vendors of CPU fan and heatsink.

2.5 Installation of Memory Modules (DIMM)2.5 Installation of Memory Modules (DIMM)

2.5 Installation of Memory Modules (DIMM)

2.5 Installation of Memory Modules (DIMM)2.5 Installation of Memory Modules (DIMM)

SDRAM (Synchronous DRAM) DIMM (Dual In-line Memory Module)has 168 pins and DDR (Double Data Rate) SDRAM DIMM has 184 pins.

Please make sure to disconnect power supply before adding or removing DIMMs or the system components.

168-pin RAM

The 168-pin SDRAM DIMM slot (black) and 184-pin DDR DIMM slot (blue) can be easily distinguished by the fool-proof design.

Please do not insert both 168-pin SDRAM DIMM and 184-pin DDR DIMM at the same time. Only use one single type of DIMMs at one time. Also, for proper operation, it is not recommended to use two different brands of the DIMMs at the same time.

184-pin RAM

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Step 1. Unlock a DIMM slot by pressing the retaining clips outward. Step 2. Align a DIMM on the slot such that the notch on the DIMM matches the

break on the slot.

Step 3. Firmly insert the DIMM into the slot until the retaining clip snap back in

place and the DIMM is properly seated.

2.6 Expansion Slots (PCI, AGP, and AMR Slots)2.6 Expansion Slots (PCI, AGP, and AMR Slots)

2.6 Expansion Slots (PCI, AGP, and AMR Slots)

2.6 Expansion Slots (PCI, AGP, and AMR Slots)2.6 Expansion Slots (PCI, AGP, and AMR Slots)

There are 5 PCI slots, 1 AGP slot and 1 AMR slot (optional) on K7VT2 motherboard. PCI slots: PCI slots are used to install expansion cards that have the 32-bit PCI

interface.

AGP slot: The AGP slot is used to install a graphics card.

The ASRock AGP slot has a special locking mechanism which can securely fasten the graphics card inserted.

AMR slot (optional): The AMR slot on K7VT2 motherboard is only for the use of

ASRock MR card with v.92 Modem functionality. (The AMR slot shares the bracket with the slot PCI 5.)

Installing an expansion cardInstalling an expansion card

Installing an expansion card

Installing an expansion cardInstalling an expansion card

Step 1. Before installing the expansion card, read the documentation of the

expansion card and make necessary hardware settings for the card.

Step 2. Remove the system unit cover (if your motherboard is already installed in a

chassis).

Step 3. Remove the bracket facing the slot that you intend to use. Keep the screw

for later use.

Step 4. Align the card connector with the slot and press firmly until the card is

completely seated on the slot. Step 5. Fasten the card to the chassis with screws. Step 6. Replace the system cover.

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2.7 Jumpers Setup2.7 Jumpers Setup

2.7 Jumpers Setup

2.7 Jumpers Setup2.7 Jumpers Setup

The illustration shows how jumpers are setup. When the jumper cap is placed on pins, the jumper is “SHORT”. If no jumper cap is placed on the pins, the jumper is “OPEN”. The illustration shows a 3-pin jumper whose pin1 and pin2 are “SHORT”.

Jumper Setting Description

FSB_SEL1 (see p.6 item 23)

FSB_SEL1

2_3

FSB 100 MHz FSB 133 MHz

FSB_SEL1

1_2

Note: Follow the figures to set the CPU front side bus frequency.

PS2_USB_PWR1 Short pin2, pin3 to enable

1_2

2_3

(see p.6 item 26) +5VSB (standby) for PS/2 or

+5V +5VSB USB wake up events.

Note: To select +5VSB, it requires 2 Amp and higher standby current.

CLRCMOS1 Disconnect the power cord, (see p.6 item 17) then short the solder points

solder points to clear CMOS by using

metal material, e.g., a paper clip.

2.8 Connectors2.8 Connectors

2.8 Connectors

2.8 Connectors2.8 Connectors

Connectors are NOT jumpers. DO NOT place jumper caps over these connectors.

Connecto r Figure Description

FDD connector (33-pin FLOPPY1) (see p.6 item 10)

Pin1

FLOPPY1

Red marking

Note: Match the red marking on the floppy ribbon cable with Pin1.

Primary IDE connector (Blue) Secondary IDE connector (Black) (39-pin IDE1, see p.6 item 7) (39-pin IDE2, see p.6 item 8)

PIN1

IDE1

PIN1

IDE2

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BLUE BLACK

Connect to the motherboard

Connect to the IDE devices

80-Pin ATA 100/133 cable

Note: To optimize compatibility and performance, please connect your hard disk

drive to the primary IDE connector (IDE1, blue) and CD-ROM to the secondary IDE connector (IDE2, black).

USB_PWR

P-5

P-4

USB_PWR

P+5

P+4

GND

DUMMY

panel are not sufficient, an USB header is available for 2 additional USB ports.

USB header ASRock I/OTM already (9-pin USB45) provided 4 default USB ports. (see p.6 item 13) If the 4 USB ports on the rear

Infrared module connector This connector supports an (5-pin IR1) optional wireless transmitting (see p.6 item 14) and receiving infrared module.

Internal audio connectors These connectors allow you (4-pin CD1, 4-pin AUX1) CD1 to receive stereo audio input (CD1: see p.6 item 25) from sound sources such as (AUX1: see p.6 item 24) a CD-ROM, DVD-ROM, TV

Front panel audio connector This is an interface for front (9-pin AUDIO1) panel audio cable that allows (see p.6 item 20) convenient connection and

System panel connector This connector accommo(9-pin PANEL1) dates several system front (see p.6 item 12) panel functions.

IRTX

+5V

DUMMY

GND

IRRX

CD-R GND GND CD-L

AUX-R GND GND

AUX1 tuner card, or MPEG card.

AUX-L

GND

+5VA

BACKOUT-R

BACKOUT-L

MIC-POWER

MIC

PLED+

PLED-

HDLED-

HDLED+

AUD-OUT-L

DUMMY

AUD-OUT-R

PWRBTN#

GND

DUMMY

RESET#

GND

control of audio devices.

External speaker connector This connector allows you to (4-pin SPEAKER 1) attach to an external speaker. (see p.6 item 15)

SPEAKER

DUMMY

+5V

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Chassis fan connector Connect the fan cable to the (3-pin CHA_FAN1) connector matching the black (see p.6 item 9) wire to the ground pin.

GND

+12V

CHA_FAN_SPEED

CPU fan connector Connect the fan cable to the (3-pin CPU_FAN1) connector matching the black

GND +12V CPU_FAN_SPEED

(see p.6 item 3) wire to the ground pin.

ATX power connector Connect an ATX power (20-pin ATXPWR1) supply to the connector. (see p.6 item 1)

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Chapter 3 BIOS SetupChapter 3 BIOS Setup

Chapter 3 BIOS Setup

Chapter 3 BIOS SetupChapter 3 BIOS Setup

3.1 BIOS Setup Utility3.1 BIOS Setup Utility

3.1 BIOS Setup Utility

3.1 BIOS Setup Utility3.1 BIOS Setup Utility

This section explains how to configure your system using the BIOS Setup Utility. The Flash Memory on the motherboard stores the BIOS Setup Utility. When you start up the computer, there is a chance for you to run the BIOS Setup. Press <F2> during the Power-On-Self-Test (POST) to enter the BIOS Setup Utility, otherwise, POST continues with its test routines. If you wish to enter the BIOS Setup after POST, restart the system by pressing <Ctl> + <Alt> + <Delete>, or by pressing the reset button on the system chassis. You can also restart by turning the system off and then back on. The BIOS Setup Utility is designed to be user-friendly. It is a menu-driven program, which allows you to scroll through its various sub-menus and select among the predetermined choices.

Because the BIOS software is constantly being updated, the following BIOS setup screens and descriptions are for reference purpose only, and may not exactly match what you see on your screen.

3.1.1 BIOS Menu Bar3.1.1 BIOS Menu Bar

3.1.1 BIOS Menu Bar

3.1.1 BIOS Menu Bar3.1.1 BIOS Menu Bar

The top of the screen has a menu bar with the following selections:

MAIN Sets up the basic system configuration ADVANCED Sets up the advanced features SECURITY Sets up the security features POWER Configures Power Management features BOOT Configures the default system device that is used

to locate and load the Operating System

EXIT Exits the current menu or the BIOS Setup

To access the menu bar items, press the right or left arrow key on the keyboard until the desired item is highlighted.

3.1.2 Legend Bar3.1.2 Legend Bar

3.1.2 Legend Bar

3.1.2 Legend Bar3.1.2 Legend Bar

At the bottom of the Setup Screen is a legend bar. The following table lists the keys in the legend bar with their corresponding functions.

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Navigation Key(s) Function Description <F1> Display the General Help Screen <ESC> Jump to the Exit menu or returns to the main menu from

a sub-menu / Move cursor up or down between fields / Select menu to the left or right

+ / - Increase or decrease values <Enter> Bring up a selected menu for a highlighted field <F9> Reset the current screen to its Setup Defaults <F10> Save changes and exit Setup

3.2 Main Menu3.2 Main Menu

3.2 Main Menu

3.2 Main Menu3.2 Main Menu

When you enter BIOS Setup program, the following screen appears.

Main

System Date System Time

Floppy Drives IDE Devices

BIOS Version Processor Type Processor Speed L1 CacheSize L2 CacheSize TotalMemory

DDR1 DDR2 SDR1 SDR2

F1:Help

Esc:Exit

Advanced

AMIBIOS SETUPUTILITY - VERSION3.31a

Security

Nov 062002 Wed 19:07:40

K7VT2 BIOS P1.00 AMD Duron(tm)Processor 800MHz 128 KB 64 KB 128 MB 128 MB/ 266MHz None None None

:Select Item :Select Menu

Power

+/-:Change Values

Enter:Select

Boot

Exit

Sub-Menu

[ SetupHelp ]

Month: Jan - Dec

Day: 01-31

Year:1980 - 2099

F9:Setup Defaults F10:Save &Exit

System Date [Month/Day/Year]

Set the system date that you specify. Valid values for month, day, and year are Month: (Jan to Dec), Day: (1 to 31), Y ear: (up to 2099). Use keys to move between the Month, Day and Year fields.

System Time [Hour:Minute:Second]

Set the system to the time that you specify. Use keys to move between the Hour, Minute and Second fields.

Floppy Drives

Use this to set the type of floppy drives installed.

IDE Devices

Use this to configure IDE devices.

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TYPE

It allows user to select the type of the IDE Drive. Below are the configuration options. After making your selections on this sub-menu, press <ESC> key to return to the upper menu, in which the hard disk drive field will display the size for the hard disk drive that you configured. [USER]: It allows user to manually enter the number of cylinders, heads,

and sectors per track for the drive.

Before attempting to configure a hard disk drive, make sure you have the correct configuration information supplied by the drive manufacturer. Incorrect settings may cause the system to fail to recognize the installed hard disk.

[Auto]: Select [Auto] to automatically detect hard disk drive. If

auto-detection is successful, the BIOS Setup automatically fills in the correct values for the remaining fields on this sub-menu. If the autodetection fails, it may due to that the hard disk is too old or too new. If the hard disk was already formatted on an older system, the BIOS Setup may detect incorrect parameters. In these cases, select [User] to manually enter the IDE hard disk drive parameters.

After entering the hard disk information into BIOS, use a disk utility, such as FDISK, to partition and format new IDE hard disk drives. This is necessary so that you can write or read data from the hard disk. Make sure to set the partition of the Primary IDE hard disk drives to active.

[CD/DVD]: This is used for IDE CD/DVD drives. [ARMD]: This is used for IDE ARMD (Accelerated Removable Media

Device), such as MO.

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Cylinders

This is used to configure the number of cylinders. Refer to the drive documentation to determine the correct value.

Heads

This is used to configure the number of read/write heads. Refer to the drive documentation to determine the correct values.

Write Pre-compensation

Enter Write Pre-compensation sector. Refer to the drive documentation to determine the correct value.

Sectors

This is used to configure the number of sectors per track. Refer to the drive documentation to determine the correct value.

Maximum Capacity

This field shows the drive’s maximum capacity as calculated by the BIOS based on the drive information you entered.

LBA Mode

This allows user to select the LBA mode for a hard disk > 512 MB under DOS and Windows; for Netware and UNIX user, select [Off] to disable the LBA mode.

Block Mode

Set the block mode to [On] will enhance hard disk performance by reading or writing more data during each transfer.

Fast Programmed I/O Modes

This allows user to set the PIO mode to enhance hard disk performance by optimizing the hard disk timing.

32 Bit Transfer Mode

It allows user to enable 32-bit access to maximize the IDE hard disk data transfer rate.

Ultra DMA Mode

Ultra DMA capability improves transfer speeds and data integrity for compatible IDE devices. Set to [Disabled] to suppress Ultra DMA capability.

3.3 Advanced, Security, Power, Boot, and Exit Menus3.3 Advanced, Security, Power, Boot, and Exit Menus

3.3 Advanced, Security, Power, Boot, and Exit Menus

3.3 Advanced, Security, Power, Boot, and Exit Menus3.3 Advanced, Security, Power, Boot, and Exit Menus

Detailed descriptions of these menus are listed in the Appendix, see p.19.

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Chapter 4 Software SupporChapter 4 Software Suppor

Chapter 4 Software Suppor

Chapter 4 Software SupporChapter 4 Software Suppor

4.1 Install Operating System4.1 Install Operating System

4.1 Install Operating System

4.1 Install Operating System4.1 Install Operating System

This motherboard supports various Windows operating systems (98SE / ME / 2000 / XP). Because motherboard settings and hardware options vary, use the setup procedures in this chapter for general reference only. Refer to your OS documentation for more information.

4.2 Support CD Information4.2 Support CD Information

4.2 Support CD Information

4.2 Support CD Information4.2 Support CD Information

The Support CD that came with the motherboard contains necessary drivers and useful utilities that enhance the motherboard features.

4.2.1 Running The Support CD4.2.1 Running The Support CD

4.2.1 Running The Support CD

4.2.1 Running The Support CD4.2.1 Running The Support CD

To begin using the support CD, insert the CD into your CD-ROM drive. The CD automatically displays the Main Menu if “AUTORUN” is enabled in your computer. If the Main Menu did not appear automatically, locate and double click on the file ASSETUP.EXE from the BIN folder in the Support CD to display the menus.

4.2.2 Drivers Menu4.2.2 Drivers Menu

4.2.2 Drivers Menu

4.2.2 Drivers Menu4.2.2 Drivers Menu

The Drivers Menu shows the available devices drivers if the system detects installed devices. Install the necessary drivers to activate the devices.

4.2.3 Utilities Menu4.2.3 Utilities Menu

4.2.3 Utilities Menu

4.2.3 Utilities Menu4.2.3 Utilities Menu

The Utilities Menu shows the applications software that the motherboard supports. Click on a specific item then follow the installation wizard to install it.

4.2.4 ASRock PC-DIY Live Demo Program4.2.4 ASRock PC-DIY Live Demo Program

4.2.4 ASRock PC-DIY Live Demo Program

4.2.4 ASRock PC-DIY Live Demo Program4.2.4 ASRock PC-DIY Live Demo Program

ASRock presents you a multimedia PC-DIY live demo, which shows you how to install your own PC system step by step. You can find the file through the following path:

..\ MPEGAV \ AVSEQ01.DAT

To see this demo program, you can run Microsoft Media Player to play the file.

4.2.5 Contact Information4.2.5 Contact Information

4.2.5 Contact Information

4.2.5 Contact Information4.2.5 Contact Information

If you need to contact ASRock or want to know more about ASRock, welcome to ASRock’s website: http://www.asrock.com; or you may contact your dealer for further information.

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Appendix: Advanced BIOS SetupAppendix: Advanced BIOS Setup

Appendix: Advanced BIOS Setup

Appendix: Advanced BIOS SetupAppendix: Advanced BIOS Setup

This section will introduce you the following BIOS setup menus: “Advanced,” “Security,” “Power,” “Boot,” and “Exit.”

1. Advanced BIOS Setup Menu1. Advanced BIOS Setup Menu

1. Advanced BIOS Setup Menu

1. Advanced BIOS Setup Menu1. Advanced BIOS Setup Menu

Spread Spectrum:

This field should always be “Disabled” for better system stability.

CPU Host Frequency:

[Auto]: The motherboard detects the jumper setup and sets the CPU host

frequency automatically.

[Manual]: This allows the user to set CPU host frequency manually. However,

this is not recommended unless you thoroughly knows the feature. Wrong setup may cause problems during operation.

SDRAM Frequency:

If [Auto] is selected, the motherboard detects the memory module(s) inserted and automatically assigns appropriate frequency. You can also select other value as operating frequency: [200MHz], [266MHz].

Chipset Configuration:

AGP Mode: This motherboard supports the AGP 4X interface that transfers

video data at 1066MB/s. Other configuration options are 2X mode and 1X mode.

AGP Aperture Size: It refers to a section of the PCI memory address range

used for graphics memory. We recommend that you leave this field at the default value unless your AGP card requires other sizes.

PCI Delay Transaction: Enable PCI Delay Transaction feature will free the PCI

Bus when the CPU is accessing 8-bit ISA cards. Disable this feature when usng ISA cards that are not PCI 2.1 compliant.

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USB Controller: Use this to enable or disable the use of USB controller. USB Device Legacy Support: Use this to enable or disable support to emulate

legacy I/O devices such as mouse, keyboard,... etc.

Resource Configuration:

PCI Latency Timer (PCI Clocks): The default is 32. We recommend you to

keep the default value unless your PCI expansion cards’ specifications require other settings.

Primary Graphics Adapter: Select PCI or AGP as the primary graphics adapter.

Peripheral Configuration:

OnBoard FDC: Use this to enable or disable floppy drive controller. OnBoard Serial Port: Use this to set addresses for the onboard serial ports or

disable serial ports. Configuration options: [Auto], [Disabled], [3F8 / IRQ4 / COM1], [2F8 / IRQ3 / COM2], [3E8 / IRQ4 / COM3], [2E8 / IRQ3 / COM4].

OnBoard Infrared Port: This allows you to enable or disable the onboard

infrared port feature. Select [Auto] will enable this feature if the infrared module is installed.

OnBoard Parallel Port: Select Parallel Port address or disable Parallel Port.

Configuration options: [Auto], [Disabled], [378], [278].

Parallel Port Mode: Set the operation mode of the parallel port.

OnBoard Midi Port: Select address for Midi Port or disable Midi Port. Configu

ration options: [Disabled], [330], [300], [290], [292]. Midi IRQ Select: Use this to select Midi IRQ. Configuration options: [5],

[10], [11]. The default is 5.

OnBoard Game Port: Select address for Game Port or disable Game Port.

Configuration options: [200h], [208h], [Disabled].

OnBoard IDE: To enable either the primary IDE channel or the secondary IDE

channel, set to [Disabled] will disable the both. Configuration options: [Disabled], [Primary], [Secondary], [Both].

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OnBoard LAN: Enable or Disable onboard LAN. OnBoard AC’97 Audio: Allows you to set [Auto] or [Disabled] for onboard

AC’97 audio feature.

OnBoard MC’97 Modem: Allows you to set [Auto] or [Disabled] for onboard

MC’97 modem feature.

System Hardware Monitor: You can check the status of the hardware on your

system. It allows you to monitor the parameters for CPU temperature, Motherboard temperature, CPU fan speed, and critical voltage.

2. Security Setup Menu2. Security Setup Menu

2. Security Setup Menu

2. Security Setup Menu2. Security Setup Menu

Supervisor Password: This field shows the status of the Supervisor Password.

[Clear]: No password has been set. [Set]: Supervisor password has been set.

User Password: This field shows the status of the User Password.

[Clear]: No password has been set. [Set]: User password has been set.

Set Supervisor Password: Press <Enter> to set Supervisor Password. Valid

password can be a 1 to 6 alphanumeric characters combination. If you already have a password, you must enter your current password first in order to create a new password.

Set User Password: Press <Enter> to set User Password. Valid password can

be a 1 to 6 alphanumeric characters combination. If you already have a password, you must enter your current password first in order to create a new password.

Password Check: Select the check points for “Password Check”. Configuration

options: <Setup>, <Always>. If <Setup> option is selected, the “Password Check” is performed before BIOS setup. If <Always> option is selected, the “Password Check” is performed before both boot-up and BIOS setup.

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3. Power Setup Menu3. Power Setup Menu

3. Power Setup Menu

3. Power Setup Menu3. Power Setup Menu

Suspend to RAM (S3): This field allows you to select whether to auto-detect or

disable the ACPI Suspend-to-RAM feature. Select [Auto] will enable this feature if the system supports it.

Repost Video on S3 Resume: This feature allows you to repost video on S3

resume.

Restore on AC/Power Loss: This allows you to set the power state after an

unexpected AC power loss. If [Power Off] is selected, the AC power remains off when the power recovers. If [Power On] is selected, the AC power resumes and the system starts to boot up when the power recovers.

Ring-In Power On: Use this to enable or disable Ring-in signals to turn on the

system from the power-soft-off mode.

PME# Power On: Use this to enable or disable PCI PME# to turn on the system from

the power-soft-off mode.

Keyboard Power On: Use this to enable or disable keyboard to turn on the system

from the power-soft-off mode.

RTC Alarm Power On: Use this to enable or disable RTC(Real Time Clock) to power

on the system. If [Enable] is selected, you must fill the RTC Alarm Date / Hour / Minute / Second sub-fields with the actual wake up time you desire.

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4. Boot Setup Menu4. Boot Setup Menu

4. Boot Setup Menu

4. Boot Setup Menu4. Boot Setup Menu

Quick Boot Mode: This mode speeds up the boot-up routine by skipping memory

retestings.

Boot-time Diagnostic Screen: This screen shows CPU and hardware

information during Power-On-Self-Test (POST) routine. If this screen is disabled, only ASRock logo is shown during the boot up process.

Boot Up Num-Lock: This automatically activates the Numeric Lock function after

boot up.

Boot to OS/2: This enables boot up to OS/2 operating system. Boot Device Priority: This allows you to set the boot device priority.

5. Exit Menu5. Exit Menu

5. Exit Menu

5. Exit Menu5. Exit Menu

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Exit Saving Changes: After you enter the sub-menu, the message “Save current

settings and exit” will appear. If you press <ENTER>, it will save the current settings and exit the BIOS SETUP Utility.

Exit Discarding Changes: After you enter the submenu, the message “Quit

without saving changes” will appear. If you press <ENTER>, you will exit the BIOS Setup Utility without making any changes to the settings.

Load Default Settings: This loads the default values for all the setup configuration. Discard Changes: After you enter the sub-menu, the message “Load setup

original values” will appear. If you press <ENTER>, original values will be restored. All changes are discarded.

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