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K8NF6G-VSTA
User Manual
Version 1.0
Published July 2006
Copyright©2006 ASRock INC. All rights reserved.
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(1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and
(2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that
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ContentsContents
Contents
ContentsContents
1.1.
IntroductionIntroduction
1.
Introduction
1.1.
IntroductionIntroduction
1.1 Package Contents ..................................................................... 5
1.2 Specifications ........................................................................... 6
1.3 Minimum Hardware Requirement Table for Windows® Vista
Basic Logo ................................................................................ 9
1.4 Motherboard Layout ................................................................. 10
1.5 HD 8CH I/O ................................................................................ 11
2.2.
InstallationInstallation
2.
Installation
2.2.
InstallationInstallation
Pre-installation Precautions ............................................................... 12
2.1 CPU Installation ......................................................................... 13
2.2 Installation of CPU Fan and Heatsink ....................................... 13
2.3 Installation of Memory Modules (DIMM) .................................... 14
2.4 Expansion Slots (PCI Express, PCI, and HDMR Slots) .................... 15
2.5 Easy Multi Monitor Feature........................................................ 16
2.6 Jumpers Setup .......................................................................... 17
2.7 Onboard Headers and Connectors.......................................... 18
2.8 SATAII Hard Disk Setup Guide .................................................. 22
2.9 Serial ATA (SATA) / Serial ATAII (SATAII) Hard Disks
Installation ................................................................................. 23
2.10 Hot Plug and Hot Swap Functions for SATA / SATAII HDDs .... 23
2.11 Driver Installation Guide ............................................................ 23
2.12 HDMR Card and Driver Installation............................................ 24
2.13 Installing Windows® 2000 / XP / XP 64-bit / VistaTM Without RAID
Functions .................................................................................. 24
2.14 Installing Windows® 2000 / XP / XP 64-bit / VistaTM With RAID
Functions. ................................................................................. 24
2.15 Untied Overclocking Technology .............................................. 25
3.3.
BIOS SBIOS S
3.
BIOS S
3.3.
BIOS SBIOS S
3.1 Introduction ............................................................................... 26
3.2 Main Screen .............................................................................. 27
3.3 Advanced Screen .................................................................... 28
ETUP UTILITYETUP UTILITY
ETUP UTILITY
ETUP UTILITYETUP UTILITY
3.1.1 BIOS Menu Bar ............................................................... 26
3.1.2 Navigation Keys ............................................................. 27
3.3.1 CPU Configuration .......................................................... 28
3.3.2 Chipset Configuration ..................................................... 31
3.3.3 ACPI Configuration ......................................................... 32
3.3.4 IDE Configuration ............................................................ 33
3.3.5 PCIPnP Configuration ...................................................... 35
3.3.6 Floppy Configuration ...................................................... 36
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3.3.7 Super IO Configuration ................................................... 36
3.3.8 USB Configuration .......................................................... 37
3.4 Hardware Health Event Monitoring Screen ............................. 38
3.5 Boot Screen.............................................................................. 39
3.5.1 Boot Settings Configuration ........................................... 39
3.6 Security Screen........................................................................ 40
3.7 Exit Screen ............................................................................... 41
4.4.
Software SupportSoftware Support
4.
Software Support
4.4.
Software SupportSoftware Support
4.1 Install Operating System ........................................................... 42
4.2 Support CD Information ............................................................. 42
4.2.1 Running Support CD ....................................................... 42
4.2.2 Drivers Menu .................................................................. 42
4.2.3 Utilities Menu ................................................................... 42
4.2.4 Contact Information ........................................................ 42
APPENDIX: AMD’s Cool ‘n’ QuietAPPENDIX: AMD’s Cool ‘n’ Quiet
APPENDIX: AMD’s Cool ‘n’ Quiet
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1.1.
IntroductionIntroduction
1.
Introduction
1.1.
IntroductionIntroduction
Thank you for purchasing ASRock K8NF6G-VSTA motherboard, a reliable
motherboard produced under ASRock’s consistently stringent quality control. It de-
livers excellent performance with robust design conforming to ASRock’s commit-
ment to quality and endurance.
In this manual, chapter 1 and 2 contain introduction of the motherboard and step-by-
step guide to the hardware installation. Chapter 3 and 4 contain the configuration
guide to BIOS setup and information of the Support CD.
Because the motherboard specifications and the BIOS software might be
updated, the content of this manual will be subject to change without
notice. In case any modifications of this manual occur, the updated
version will be available on ASRock website without further notice. You
may find the latest VGA cards and CPU support lists on ASRock website
as well. ASRock website
1.11.1
Package ContentsPackage Contents
1.1
Package Contents
1.11.1
Package ContentsPackage Contents
1 x ASRock K8NF6G-VSTA Motherboard
(Micro ATX Form Factor: 9.6-in x 8.2-in, 24.4 cm x 20.8 cm)
1 x ASRock K8NF6G-VSTA Quick Installation Guide
1 x ASRock K8NF6G-VSTA Support CD
1 x Ultra ATA 66/100/133 IDE Ribbon Cable (80-conductor)
1 x 3.5-in Floppy Drive Ribbon Cable
1 x Serial ATA (SATA) Data Cable (Optional)
1 x Serial ATA (SATA) HDD Power Cable (Optional)
1 x HD 8CH I/O Shield
1 x COM Port Bracket
1 x HDMR Card (Optional)
http://www.asrock.com
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1.21.2
SpecificationsSpecifications
1.2
Specifications
1.21.2
SpecificationsSpecifications
Platform - Micro ATX Form Factor: 9.6-in x 8.2-in, 24.4 cm x 20.8 cm
CPU - Socket 754 for AMD Athlon
- Supports AMD’s Cool ‘n’ QuietTM Technology
(see CAUTION 1)
- Chipset capable to FSB 1000 MHz (2.0 GT/s)
- Supports Untied Overclocking Technology (see CAUTION 2)
- Supports Hyper-Transport Technology
Chipset - NVIDIA
Memory - 2 x DDR DIMM slots
Hybrid Booster - CPU Frequency Stepless Control (see CAUTION 3)
Expansion Slot - 2 x PCI slots
Graphics - Integrated NVIDIA
Audio - Realtek ALC861VD/ALC883 7.1 channel audio CODEC with
LAN - Realtek PHY RTL8201CL
Rear Panel I/O HD 8CH I/O
®
NF-6100-405
- Support DDR400/333/266
- Max. capacity: 2GB
- ASRock U-COP (see CAUTION 4)
- Boot Failure Guard (B.F.G.)
- 1 x PCI Express Graphics slot (see CAUTION 5)
- 1 x PCI Express x1 slot
- 1 x HDMR slot
- Pixel Shader 3.0
- Max. shared memory 256MB
High Definition audio
- Speed: 10/100 Ethernet
- Supports Wake-On-LAN
- 1 x PS/2 Mouse Port
- 1 x PS/2 Keyboard Port
- 1 x VGA Port
- 1 x Parallel Port (ECP/EPP Support)
- 4 x Ready-to-Use USB 2.0 Ports
- 1 x RJ-45 Port
- HD Audio Jack: Side Speaker/Rear Speaker/Central/Bass/
Line in/Front Speaker/Microphone (see CAUTION 6)
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64 and Sempron Processors
GeForce6-class graphics DX9.0 VGA
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Connector - 2 x Serial ATAII 3.0Gb/s connectors, support RAID (RAID 0,
RAID 1, JBOD), NCQ, and “Hot Plug” functions
(see CAUTION 7)
- 1 x ATA133 IDE connector (supports 2 x IDE devices)
- 1 x Floppy connector
- 1 x IR header
- 1 x Game header
- 1 x COM port header
- CPU/Chassis FAN connector
- 20 pin ATX power connector
- 4 pin 12V power connector
- CD in header
- Front panel audio connector
- 2 x USB 2.0 headers (support 4 USB 2.0 ports)
(see CAUTION 8)
BIOS Feature - 4Mb AMI BIOS
- AMI Legal BIOS
- Supports “Plug and Play”
- ACPI 1.1 Compliance Wake Up Events
- Supports jumperfree
- SMBIOS 2.3.1 Support
Support CD - Drivers, Utilities, AntiVirus Software (Trial Version)
Hardware - CPU Temperature Sensing
Monitor - Chassis Temperature Sensing
- CPU Fan Tachometer
- Chassis Fan Tachometer
- CPU Quiet Fan
- Voltage Monitoring: +12V, +5V, +3.3V, Vcore
OS - Microsoft
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Windows® 2000/XP/XP 64-bit/VistaTM compliant
(see CAUTION 9)
Certifications - FCC, CE, Microsoft
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WHQL Certificated
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CAUTION!
1. For power-saving’s sake, it is strongly recommended to enable AMD’s Cool ‘n’
2. This motherboard supports Untied Overclocking Technology. Please read “Un-
3. Although this motherboard offers stepless control, it is not recommended to
4. While CPU overheat is detected, the system will automatically shutdown.
5. PCI Express Graphics slot (PCIE1) supports most of the ATi
6. For microphone input, this motherboard supports both stereo and mono modes.
7. Before installing SATAII hard disk to SATAII connector, please read the “SATAII
8. Power Management for USB 2.0 works fine under Microsoft® Windows
9. Microsoft
TM
Quiet
technology under Windows system. See APPENDIX on page 43 to
enable AMD’s Cool ‘n’ Quiet
TM
technology.
tied Overclocking Technology” on page 25 for details.
perform over-clocking. Frequencies other than the recommended CPU bus
frequencies may cause the instability of the system or damage the CPU.
Before you resume the system, please check if the CPU fan on the motherboard
functions properly and unplug the power cord, then plug it back again. To
improve heat dissipation, remember to spray thermal grease between the
CPU and the heatsink when you install the PC system.
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and NVIDIA
graphics cards except some old version ATi® graphics cards, such as ATi
X300, X550, X700, and X800 series graphics cards.
For audio output, this motherboard supports 2-channel, 4-channel, 6-channel,
and 8-channel modes. Please check the table on page 11 for proper connection.
Hard Disk Setup Guide” on page 22 to adjust your SATAII hard disk drive to
SATAII mode. You can also connect SATA hard disk to SATAII connector
directly.
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VistaTM / XP 64-bit / XP SP1 or SP2 / 2000 SP4.
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Windows® VistaTM driver is not ready yet. We will update it to our
website in the future. Please visit our website for Microsoft
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Windows® Vista
driver and related information.
ASRock website
http://www.asrock.com
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1.31.3
Minimum Hardware RMinimum Hardware R
1.3
Minimum Hardware R
1.31.3
Minimum Hardware RMinimum Hardware R
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VistaVista
Vista
VistaVista
For system integrators and users who purchase our motherboard and
plan to submit Windows® VistaTM Basic logo, please follow the below
table for minimum hardware requirement. Please adopt the CPU, memory,
and VGA that we suggest.
CPU Sempron 2500+
Memory 512MB Single Channel*
VGA DX9.0 with WDDM Driver
Basic Logo Basic Logo
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submit Windows
onboard VGA to 64MB. If you use onboard VGA with total system memory size above
512MB and plan to submit Windows® VistaTM Basic logo, please adjust the shared
memory size of onboard VGA to 128MB or above.
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VistaTM Basic logo, please adjust the shared memory size of
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1.4 Motherboard Layout1.4 Motherboard Layout
1.4 Motherboard Layout
1.4 Motherboard Layout1.4 Motherboard Layout
1
2
20.8cm (8.2-in)
1
PS2_USB_PW1
PS2
Mouse
Keyboard
PARALLEL PORT
PS2
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DDR2 (64/72bit, 184-pin module)
DDR1 (64/72bit, 184-pin module)
FSB800
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DDR400
FSB800
NF-6100-405
IR1
SPEAKER1
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IDE1
ATA133
NVIDIA
Chipset
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PANEL1
1
HDLED RESET
1
1
PLED PWRBTN
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USB6_7
USB4_5
SATAII_2
CHA_FAN1
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SATAII
SATAII_1
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VGA1
USB2.0
T:USB2
B:USB3
USB2.0
T:USB0
B:USB1
Bottom:
CTR BASS
Bottom:
MIC IN
Center:
SIDE SPK
Center:
FRONT
Top:
RJ-45
Top:
REAR SPK
Top:
LINE IN
CD1
LAN
PHY
Super
AUDIO
CODEC
1
HD_AUDIO1
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I/O
COM1
CPU_FAN1
ATXPWR1
7.1CH HD
ATX12V1
K8NF6G-VSTA
PCI1
PCI2
PCIE2
1
HDMR1
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18
4Mb
GAME1
BIOS
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PCIE1
16
CMOS
BATTERY
FLOPPY1
15
CLRCMOS1
1
Socket 754
RAID
RoHS
PCI
EXPRESS
USB2.0
1 PS2_USB_PW1 Jumper 15 Floppy Connector (FLOPPY1)
2 CPU Fan Connector (CPU_FAN1) 16 Clear CMOS Jumper (CLRCMOS1)
3 184-pin DDR DIMM Slots (DDR1- 2) 17 Game Port Header (GAME1)
4 Primary SAT AII Connector (SA T AII_1, Red) 18 Flash Memory
5 Secondary SAT AII Conne ctor (SA TAII_2, Red) 1 9 HDMR Slot (HDMR1)
6 Primary IDE Connector (IDE1, Blue) 20 Front Panel Audio Header (HD_AUDIO1)
7 NVIDIA NF-6100-405 Single Chip 21 PCI Express x1 Slot (PCIE2)
8 A TX 12V Power Connector (A TX12V1) 22 PCI Slots (PCI1- 2)
9 USB 2.0 Header (USB6_7, Blue) 23 PCI Express Graphics Slot (PCIE1)
10 USB 2.0 Header (USB4_5, Blue) 24 Internal Audio Connector: CD1 (Black)
11 Chassis Fan Connector (CHA_FAN1) 25 ATX Power Connector (A TXPW R1)
12 System Panel Hea der (P ANEL1) 2 6 Serial Port Connector (COM1)
13 Chassis Speaker Header (SPEAKER 1) 2 7 754-Pin CPU Socket
14 Infrared Module Header (IR1) 28 CPU Heatsink Retention Module
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1.5
1.51.5
HD 8CH I/OHD 8CH I/O
HD 8CH I/O
HD 8CH I/OHD 8CH I/O
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1 Parallel Port 8 Microphone (Pink)
2 RJ-45 Port 9 USB 2.0 Ports (USB01)
3 Side Speaker (Gray) 10 USB 2.0 Ports (USB23)
4 Rear Speaker (Black) 11 V GA Port
5 Central / Bass (Orange) 12 PS/2 Keyboard Port (Purple)
6 Line In (Light Blue) 13 PS/2 Mouse Port (Green)
*7 Front Speaker (Lime)
* If you use 2-channel speaker, please connect the speaker’s plug into “Front Speaker Jack”. See
the table below for connection details in accordance with the type of speaker you use.
Audio Output Channels Front Speaker Rear Speaker Central / Bass Side Speaker
2 V -- -- --
4VV----
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TABLE for Audio Output Connection
(No. 7) (No. 4) (No. 5) (No. 3)
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2.2.
InstallationInstallation
2.
Installation
2.2.
InstallationInstallation
K8NF6G-VSTA is a Micro ATX form factor (9.6-in x 8.2-in, 24.4 cm x 20.8 cm)
motherboard. Before you install the motherboard, study the configuration of your
chassis to ensure that the motherboard fits into it.
Pre-installation PrecautionsPre-installation Precautions
Pre-installation Precautions
Pre-installation PrecautionsPre-installation Precautions
Take note of the following precautions before you install motherboard
components or change any motherboard settings.
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.
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 anti-
static pad or in the bag that comes with the component.
5. When placing screws into the screw holes to secure the motherboard
to the chassis, please do not over-tighten the screws! Doing so may
damage the motherboard.
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2.12.1
CPU InstallationCPU Installation
2.1
CPU Installation
2.12.1
CPU InstallationCPU Installation
Step 1. Unlock the socket by lifting the lever up to a 90
o
angle.
Step 2. Position the CPU directly above the socket such that the CPU corner with
the golden triangle matches the socket corner with a small triangle.
Step 3. Carefully insert the CPU into the socket until it fits in place.
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.
Socket Corner
CPU Golden Triangle
Lever 90° Up
STEP 1:
Lift Up The Socket Lever
2.22.2
Installation of CPU Fan and HeatsinkInstallation of CPU Fan and Heatsink
2.2
Installation of CPU Fan and Heatsink
2.22.2
Installation of CPU Fan and HeatsinkInstallation of CPU Fan and Heatsink
STEP 2 / STEP 3:
Match The CPU Golden Triangle
To The Socket Corner
STEP 4:
Push Down And Lock
The Socket Lever
After you install the CPU into this motherboard, it is necessary to install a
larger heatsink and cooling fan to dissipate heat. You also need to spray
thermal grease between the CPU and the heatsink to improve heat
dissipation. Make sure that the CPU and the heatsink are securely fas-
tened and in good contact with each other. Then connect the CPU fan to
the CPU FAN connector (CPU_FAN1, see Page 10, No. 2). For proper
installation, please kindly refer to the instruction manuals of the CPU fan
and the heatsink.
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2.32.3
Installation of Memory Modules (DIMM)Installation of Memory Modules (DIMM)
2.3
Installation of Memory Modules (DIMM)
2.32.3
Installation of Memory Modules (DIMM)Installation of Memory Modules (DIMM)
This motherboard is equipped with two 184-pin DDR (Double Data Rate) DIMM slots.
Please make sure to disconnect power supply before adding or
removing DIMMs or the system components.
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.
notch
break
notch
break
The DIMM only fits in one correct orientation. It will cause permanent
damage to the motherboard and the DIMM if you force the DIMM into
the slot at incorrect orientation.
Step 3. Firmly insert the DIMM into the slot until the retaining clips at both ends fully
snap back in place and the DIMM is properly seated.
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2.42.4
Expansion SlotsExpansion Slots
2.4
Expansion Slots
2.42.4
Expansion SlotsExpansion Slots
(PCI Express Slots, PCI Slots and HDMR Slot)(PCI Express Slots, PCI Slots and HDMR Slot)
(PCI Express Slots, PCI Slots and HDMR Slot)
(PCI Express Slots, PCI Slots and HDMR Slot)(PCI Express Slots, PCI Slots and HDMR Slot)
There are 2 PCI Express slots, 2 PCI slots and 1 HDMR slot on K8NF6G-VSTA
motherboard.
PCIE Slots: PCIE1 (PCI Express Graphics slot) is used for PCI Express cards with
x16 lane width graphics cards.
PCIE2 (PCIE x1 slot) is used for PCI Express cards with x1 lane
width cards, such as Gigabit LAN card, SATA2 card, etc.
PCIE1 (PCI Express Graphics slot) supports most of the ATi® and NVIDIA
graphics cards except some old version ATi® graphics cards, such as ATi® X300,
X550, X700, and X800 series graphics cards.
PCI Slots: PCI slots are used to install expansion cards that have the 32-bit PCI
interface.
HDMR slot: The HDMR slot is used to insert an ASRock HDMR card with v.92
Modem functionality. The HDMR slot is shared with PCIE2 slot; you
can only choose either PCIE2 slot or HDMR slot to use.
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, please make sure that the power
supply is switched off or the power cord is unplugged. Please read the
documentation of the expansion card and make necessary hardware
settings for the card before you start the installation.
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
screws 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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2.5 Easy Multi Monitor Feature2.5 Easy Multi Monitor Feature
2.5 Easy Multi Monitor Feature
2.5 Easy Multi Monitor Feature2.5 Easy Multi Monitor Feature
This motherboard supports Multi Monitor upgrade. With the internal onboard VGA
and the external add-on PCI Express VGA card, you can easily enjoy the benefits
of Multi Monitor feature. Please refer to the following steps to set up a multi
monitor environment:
1. Install the NVIDIA® PCI Express VGA card to PCIE1 (PCI Express Graphics slot).
Please refer to page 15 for proper expansion card installation procedures for
details.
2. Connect the D-Sub input monitor cable to the VGA/D-Sub port on the I/O panel
of this motherboard. Connect another D-Sub input monitor cable to the
VGA/D-Sub connector of the add-on PCI Express VGA card. Connect the DVI-D
input monitor cable to the VGA/DVI-D connector of the add-on PCI Express VGA
card.
3. Boot your system. Press <F2> to enter BIOS setup. Enter “Share Memory”
option to adjust the memory capability to [16MB], [32MB], [64MB], [128MB], or
[256MB] to enable the function of onboard VGA/D-sub. Please make sure that
the value you select is less than the total capability of the system memory. If
you do not adjust the BIOS setup, the default value of “Share Memory”, [Auto],
will disable onboard VGA/D-Sub function when the add-on VGA card is
inserted to this motherboard.
4. Install the onboard VGA driver to your system. If you have installed the
onboard VGA driver already, there is no need to install it again.
5. Set up a multi-monitor display. Right click the desktop, choose “Properties”, and
select the “Settings” tab so that you can adjust the parameters of the multi-
monitor according to the steps below. (The item names and operation
procedures described in this step are under Windows® XP environment. If you
install other Windows® OS, the item names and operation procedures may be
similar.)
A. Click the “Identify” button to display a large number on each monitor.
B. Right-click the display icon in the Display Properties dialog that you wish to
be your primary monitor, and then select “Primary”. When you use multiple
monitors with your card, one monitor will always be Primary, and all
additional monitors will be designated as Secondary.
C. Select the display icon identified by the number 2.
D. Click “Extend my Windows desktop onto this monitor”.
E. Right-click the display icon and select “Attached”, if necessary.
F. Set the “Screen Resolution” and “Color Quality” as appropriate for the
second monitor. Click “Apply” or “OK” to apply these new values.
G. Repeat steps C through E for the diaplay icon identified by the number one,
two, and three.
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6. Use Multi Monitor feature. Click and drag the display icons to positions
representing the physical setup of your monitors that you would like to use. The
placement of display icons determines how you move items from one monitor to
another.
2.62.6
Jumpers SetupJumpers Setup
2.6
Jumpers Setup
2.62.6
Jumpers SetupJumpers 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 pins, the jumper is “Open”. The
illustration shows a 3-pin jumper whose pin1
and pin2 are “Short” when jumper cap is
placed on these 2 pins.
Jumper Setting
PS2_USB_PW1 Short pin2, pin3 to enable
(see p.10, No. 1) +5VSB (standby) for PS/2 or
1_2
+5V
2_3
+5VSB
USB wake up events.
Note: To select +5VSB, it requires 2 Amp and higher standby current provided by
power supply.
Clear CMOS Jumper
(CLRCMOS1)
(see p.10, No. 16)
1_2
Default
2_3
Clear CMOS
Note: CLRCMOS1 allows you to clear the data in CMOS. The data in CMOS includes
system setup information such as system password, date, time, and system
setup parameters. To clear and reset the system parameters to default setup,
please turn off the computer and unplug the power cord from the power
supply. After waiting for 15 seconds, use a jumper cap to short pin2 and pin3
on CLRCMOS1 for 5 seconds. However, please do not clear the CMOS right
after you update the BIOS. If you need to clear the CMOS when you just finish
updating the BIOS, you must boot up the system first, and then shut it down
before you do the clear-CMOS action.
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2.7 Onboard Headers and Connectors2.7 Onboard Headers and Connectors
2.7 Onboard Headers and Connectors
2.7 Onboard Headers and Connectors2.7 Onboard Headers and Connectors
Onboard headers and connectors are NOT jumpers. Do NOT place
jumper caps over these headers and connectors. Placing jumper caps
over the headers and connectors will cause permanent damage of the
motherboard!
•
Floppy Connector
(33-pin FLOPPY1)
(see p.10 No. 15)
Pin1
FLOPPY1
the red-striped side to Pin1
Note: Make sure the red-striped side of the cable is plugged into Pin1 side of the
connector.
Primary IDE connector (Blue)
(39-pin IDE1, see p.10 No. 6)
PIN1
connect the blue end
to the motherboard
80-conductor ATA 66/100/133 cable
IDE1
connect the black end
to the IDE devices
Note: Please refer to the instruction of your IDE device vendor for the details.
Serial ATAII Connectors These Serial ATAII (SATAII)
(SATAII_1: see p.10, No. 4) connectors support SATAII
(SATAII_2: see p.10, No. 5) or SATA hard disk for internal
storage devices. The current
SATAII_2 SATAII_1
SATAII interface allows up to
3.0 Gb/s data transfer rate.
Serial ATA (SATA) Either end of the SATA data cable
Data Cable can be connected to the SATA /
(Optional) SATAII hard disk or the SATAII
connector on the motherboard.
Serial ATA (SATA) Please connect the black end of
Power Cable SATA power cable to the power
(Optional) connector on each drive. Then
connect to the SATA HDD
power connector
connect to the
power supply
connect the white end of SATA
power cable to the power
connector of the power supply.
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USB 2.0 Headers Besides four default USB 2.0
(9-pin USB6_7) ports on the I/O panel, there are
(see p.10 No. 9) two USB 2.0 headers on this
1
USB_PW R
P-7
P-6
USB_PW R
P+7
P+6
GND
GND
DUMMY
motherboard. Each USB 2.0
header can support two USB
2.0 ports.
1
USB_PWR
P-5
P-4
USB_PWR
IRTX
1
IRRX
P+5
GND
GND
P+4
+5VSB
GND
DUMMY
DUMMY
(9-pin USB4_5)
(see p.10 No. 10)
Infrared Module Header This header supports an
(5-pin IR1) optional wireless transmitting
(see p.10 No. 14) and receiving infrared module.
Internal Audio Connectors This connector allows you
(4-pin CD1) to receive stereo audio input
(CD1: see p.10 No. 24) from sound sources such as
Front Panel Audio Header This is an interface for the front
(9-pin HD_AUDIO1) panel audio cable that allows
(see p.10, No. 20) convenient connection and
1. High Definition Audio supports Jack Sensing, but the panel wire on the
chassis must support HDA to function correctly. Please follow the
instruction in our manual and chassis manual to install your system.
2. If you use AC’97 audio panel, please install it to the front panel audio
header as below:
A. Connect Mic_IN (MIC) to MIC2_L.
B. Connect Audio_R (RIN) to OUT2_R and Audio_L (LIN) to OUT2_L.
C. Connect Ground (GND) to Ground (GND).
D. MIC_RET and OUT_RET are for HD audio panel only. You don’t
need to connect them for AC’97 audio panel.
E. Enter BIOS Setup Utility. Enter Advanced Settings, and then select
Chipset Configuration. Set the Front Panel Control option from
[Auto] to [Enabled].
1
CD1
GND
PRESENCE#
MIC2_R
MIC2_L
CD-L
GND
GND
CD-R
MIC_RET
J_SENSE
OUT2_R
a CD-ROM, DVD-ROM, TV
tuner card, or MPEG card.
OUT_RET
control of audio devices.
OUT2_L
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F. Enter Windows system. Click the icon on the lower right hand
taskbar to enter Realtek HD Audio Manager. Click “Audio I/O”, select
“Connector Settings” , choose “Disable front panel jack
detection”, and save the change by clicking “OK”.
1
1
PLED+
PLED-
HDLED-
HDLED+
DUMMY
+5V
PWRBTN#
GND
RESET#
GND
SPEAKER
DUMMY
DUMMY
System Panel Header This header accommodates
(9-pin PANEL1) several system front panel
(see p.10 No. 12) functions.
Chassis Speaker Header Please connect the chassis
(4-pin SPEAKER 1) speaker to this header.
(see p.10 No. 13)
Chassis Fan Connector Please connect a chassis fan
(3-pin CHA_FAN1) cable to this connector and
(see p.10 No. 11) match the black wire to the
GND
+12V
CHA_FAN_SPEED
ground pin.
CPU Fan Connector Please connect the CPU fan
(4-pin CPU_FAN1) cable to this connector and
(see p.10 No. 2) match the black wire to the
Though this motherboard provides 4-Pin CPU fan (Quiet Fan) support, the 3-Pin
CPU fan still can work successfully even without the fan speed control function.
If you plan to connect the 3-Pin CPU fan to the CPU fan connector on this
motherboard, please connect it to Pin 1-3.
FAN_SPEED_CONTROL
CPU_FAN_SPEED
+12V
GND
ground pin.
Pin 1-3 Connected
3-Pin Fan Installation
ATX Power Connector Please connect an ATX power
(20-pin ATXPWR1) supply to this connector.
(see p.10 No. 25)
ATX 12V Power Connector Please note that it is necessary
(4-pin ATX12V1) to connect a power supply with
(see p.10 No. 8) ATX 12V plug to this connector.
Failing to do so will cause power
up failure.
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Game Port Header Connect a Game cable to this
(15-pin GAME1) header if the Game port bracket
(see p.10 No. 17) is installed.
+5V
JBB1
JBX
MIDI_OUT
JBY
JBB2
MIDI_IN
1
JAX
JAB1
+5V
GND
GND
+5V
JAB2
JAY
Serial port Header This COM1 header
(9-pin COM1) supports a serial port module.
(see p.10 No.26)
1
RRXD1
DDTR#1
TTXD1
DDCD#1
DDSR#1
CCTS#1
RRTS#1
GND
RRI#1
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2.82.8
SASA
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2.8
2.82.8
Before installing SATAII hard disk to your computer, please carefully read below
SATAII hard disk setup guide. Some default setting of SATAII hard disks may not
be at SATAII mode, which operate with the best performance. In order to enable
SATAII function, please follow the below instruction with different vendors to
correctly adjust your SATAII hard disk to SATAII mode in advance; otherwise, your
SATAII hard disk may fail to run at SATAII mode.
Western Digital
If pin 5 and pin 6 are shorted, SATA 1.5Gb/s will be enabled.
On the other hand, if you want to enable SATAII 3.0Gb/s, please remove the
jumpers from pin 5 and pin 6.
SAMSUNG
If pin 3 and pin 4 are shorted, SATA 1.5Gb/s will be enabled.
On the other hand, if you want to enable SATAII 3.0Gb/s, please remove the
jumpers from pin 3 and pin 4.
AII Hard Disk Setup GuideAII Hard Disk Setup Guide
SA
T
AII Hard Disk Setup Guide
SASA
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HIT ACHI
Please use the Feature Tool, a DOS-bootable tool, for changing various ATA
features. Please visit HITACHI’s website for details:
http://www.hitachigst.com/hdd/support/download.htm
The above examples are just for your reference. For different SATAII hard
disk products of different vendors, the jumper pin setting methods may not
be the same. Please visit the vendors’ website for the updates.
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2.92.9
2.9
2.92.9
This motherboard adopts NVIDIA® NF-6100-405 chipset that supports Serial ATA
(SATA) / Serial ATAII (SATAII) hard disks and RAID functions. You may install SATA
/ SATAII hard disks on this motherboard for internal storage devices. This section
will guide you to install the SATA / SATAII hard disks.
STEP 1: Install the SATA / SATAII hard disks into the drive bays of your chassis.
STEP 2: Connect the SATA power cable to the SATA / SATAII hard disk.
STEP 3: Connect one end of the SATA data cable to the motherboard’s SATAII
STEP 4: Connect the other end of the SATA data cable to the SATA / SATAII hard
2.102.10
2.10
2.102.10
This motherboard supports Hot Plug and Hot Swap functions for SATA / SATAII
Devices.
Serial ASerial A
Serial A
Serial ASerial A
InstallationInstallation
Installation
InstallationInstallation
connector.
disk.
Hot Plug and Hot Swap FHot Plug and Hot Swap F
Hot Plug and Hot Swap F
Hot Plug and Hot Swap FHot Plug and Hot Swap F
HDDsHDDs
HDDs
HDDsHDDs
TT
A (SAA (SA
TT
A (SA
A (SAA (SA
A) / Serial AA) / Serial A
T
A) / Serial A
TT
A) / Serial AA) / Serial A
T
TT
NOTE
What is Hot Plug Function?
If the SATA / SATAII HDDs are NOT set for RAID configuration, it is
called “Hot Plug” for the action to insert and remove the SATA / SATAII
HDDs while the system is still power-on and in working condition.
However, please note that it cannot perform Hot Plug if the OS has
been installed into the SATA / SATAII HDD.
TT
AII (SAAII (SA
T
AII (SA
TT
AII (SAAII (SA
unctions for SAunctions for SA
unctions for SA
unctions for SAunctions for SA
TT
AII) Hard DisksAII) Hard Disks
T
AII) Hard Disks
TT
AII) Hard DisksAII) Hard Disks
TT
A / SAA / SA
T
A / SA
TT
A / SAA / SA
TT
T
TT
AIIAII
AII
AIIAII
What is Hot Swap Function?
If SATA / SATAII HDDs are built as RAID1 then it is called “Hot Swap”
for the action to insert and remove the SATA / SATAII HDDs while the
system is still power-on and in working condition.
2.112.11
Driver Installation GuideDriver Installation Guide
2.11
Driver Installation Guide
2.112.11
Driver Installation GuideDriver Installation Guide
To install the drivers to your system, please insert the support CD to your optical
drive first. Then, the drivers compatible to your system can be auto-detected and
listed on the support CD driver page. Please follow the order from up to bottom
side to install those required drivers. Therefore, the drivers you install can work
properly.
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2.122.12
HDMR Card and Driver Installation HDMR Card and Driver Installation
2.12
HDMR Card and Driver Installation
2.122.12
HDMR Card and Driver Installation HDMR Card and Driver Installation
If you do not insert HDMR card to this motherboard, and you finish installing all
drivers to your system now, but in the future, you plan to use HDMR card function
on this motherboard, please follow the steps below then.
1. Insert HDMR card to HDMR slot on this motherboard. Please make sure that the
HDMR card is completely seated on the slot.
2. Install HDMR card driver from our support CD to your system.
3. Reboot your system.
2.132.13
Installing WindowsInstalling Windows
2.13
Installing Windows
2.132.13
Installing WindowsInstalling Windows
XP 64-bit / WindowsXP 64-bit / Windows
XP 64-bit / Windows
XP 64-bit / WindowsXP 64-bit / Windows
The installation procedures for Windows® VistaTM are subject to change.
If you just want to install Windows® 2000, Windows® XP or Windows® XP 64-bit on
your SATA / SATAII HDDs without RAID functions, you don’t have to make a SATA /
SATAII driver diskette. Besides, there is no need for you to change the BIOS setting.
You can start to install Windows® 2000, Windows® XP or Windows® XP 64-bit on
your system directly.
2.142.14
Installing WindowsInstalling Windows
2.14
Installing Windows
2.142.14
Installing WindowsInstalling Windows
XP 64-bit / WindowsXP 64-bit / Windows
XP 64-bit / Windows
XP 64-bit / WindowsXP 64-bit / Windows
The installation procedures for Windows® VistaTM are subject to change.
If you want to install Windows® 2000, Windows® XP or Windows® XP 64-bit on your
SATA / SATAII HDDs with RAID functions, please follow the below steps.
Before installing Windows® 2000 to your system, your disk is supposed to
include SP4. If there is no SP4 included in your disk, please visit the below
website for proper procedures of making a SP4 disk:
http://www.microsoft.com/Windows2000/downloads/servicepacks/sp4/
spdeploy.htm#the_integrated_installation_fmay
STEP 1: Make a SATA / SATAII Driver Diskette.
A. Insert the ASRock Support CD into your optical drive to boot your system.
B. During POST at the beginning of system boot-up, press <F11> key, and
then a window for boot devices selection appears. Please select CD-
ROM as the boot device.
C. When you see the message on the screen, “Generate Serial ATA driver
diskette [YN]?”, press <Y>.
D. Then you will see these messages,
Please insert a blank
formatted diskette into floppy
®
2000 / Windows 2000 / Windows
2000 / Windows
2000 / Windows 2000 / Windows
Vista Vista
Vista
Vista Vista
TMTM
TM
TMTM
Without RAID Functions Without RAID Functions
Without RAID Functions
Without RAID Functions Without RAID Functions
TMTM
TM
TMTM
With RAID Functions With RAID Functions
With RAID Functions
With RAID Functions With RAID Functions
®
®
2000 / Windows 2000 / Windows
2000 / Windows
2000 / Windows 2000 / Windows
®
Vista Vista
Vista
Vista Vista
®
XP / Windows XP / Windows
XP / Windows
XP / Windows XP / Windows
®
XP / Windows XP / Windows
XP / Windows
XP / Windows XP / Windows
®
®
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drive A:
press any key to start
Please insert a floppy diskette into the floppy drive, and press any key.
E. The system will start to format the floppy diskette and copy SATA /
SATAII drivers into the floppy diskette.
STEP 2: Set Up BIOS.
A. Enter BIOS SETUP UTILITY Advanced screen IDE Configuration.
B. Set the “SATAII Operation Mode” option from [non-RAID] to [RAID].
STEP 3: Use “RAID Installation Guide” to set RAID configuration.
Before you start to configure RAID function, you need to check the RAID installation
guide in the Support CD for proper configuration. Please refer to the BIOS RAID
installation guide part of the document in the following path in the Support CD:
.. \ RAID Installation Guide
STEP 4: Install Windows® 2000 / Windows® XP / Windows® XP-64bit OS on
your system.
After step1, 2, 3, you can start to install Windows® 2000 / Windows® XP / Windows
XP 64-bit OS on your system. At the beginning of Windows® setup, press F6 to install
a third-party SCSI or RAID driver. When prompted, insert the SATA / SATAII driver
diskette containing the NVIDIA® RAID driver. After reading the floppy disk, the driver
will be presented. Select the driver to install according to the mode you choose and
the OS you install.
NOTE. If you install Windows® 2000 / Windows® XP / Windows® XP 64-bit on IDE
HDDs and want to manage (create, convert, delete, or rebuild) RAID functions
on SATA / SATAII HDDs, you still need to set up “SATAII Operation Mode” to [RAID]
first. Then, please set the RAID configuration by using the Windows RAID installation
guide part of the document in the following path in the Support CD:
.. \ RAID Installation Guide
®
2.152.15
Untied Overclocking TUntied Overclocking T
2.15
Untied Overclocking T
2.152.15
Untied Overclocking TUntied Overclocking T
This motherboard supports Untied Overclocking Technology, which means during
overclocking, FSB enjoys better margin due to fixed PCI / PCIE buses. Before you
enable Untied Overclocking function, please enter “Overclock Mode” option of BIOS
setup to set the selection from [Auto] to [CPU, PCIE, Async.]. Therefore, CPU FSB is
untied during overclocking, but PCI / PCIE buses are in the fixed mode so that FSB can
operate under a more stable overclocking environment.
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3.3.
BIOS SETUP UTILITYBIOS SETUP UTILITY
3.
BIOS SETUP UTILITY
3.3.
BIOS SETUP UTILITYBIOS SETUP UTILITY
3.1 Introduction3.1 Introduction
3.1 Introduction
3.1 Introduction3.1 Introduction
This section explains how to use the BIOS SETUP UTILITY to configure your system.
The Flash Memory on the motherboard stores the BIOS SETUP UTILITY. You may run
the BIOS SETUP UTILITY when you start up the computer. Please press <F2> during
the Power-On-Self-Test (POST) to enter the BIOS SETUP UTILITY, otherwise, POST
will continue with its test routines.
If you wish to enter the BIOS SETUP UTILITY after POST, restart the system by
pressing <Ctl> + <Alt> + <Delete>, or by pressing the reset button on the system
chassis. You may also restart by turning the system off and then back on.
Because the BIOS software is constantly being updated, the following
BIOS setup screens and descriptions are for reference purpose only,
and they may not exactly match what you see on your screen.
3.1.13.1.1
BIOS Menu BarBIOS Menu Bar
3.1.1
BIOS Menu Bar
3.1.13.1.1
BIOS Menu BarBIOS Menu Bar
The top of the screen has a menu bar with the following selections:
Main To set up the system time/date information
Advanced To set up the advanced BIOS features
H/W Monitor To display current hardware status
Boot To set up the default system device to locate and load the
Operating System
Security To set up the security features
Exit To exit the current screen or the BIOS SETUP UTILITY
Use < > key or < > key to choose among the selections on the menu bar,
and then press <Enter> to get into the sub screen.
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3.1.23.1.2
Navigation KeysNavigation Keys
3.1.2
Navigation Keys
3.1.23.1.2
Navigation KeysNavigation Keys
Please check the following table for the function description of each navigation
key.
Navigation Key(s) Function Description
/ Moves cursor left or right to select Screens
/ Moves cursor up or down to select items
+ / - To change option for the selected items
<Enter> To bring up the selected screen
<F1> To display the General Help Screen
<F9> To load optimal default values for all the settings
<F10> To save changes and exit the BIOS SETUP UTILITY
<ESC> To jump to the Exit Screen or exit the current screen
3.23.2
Main ScreenMain Screen
3.2
Main Screen
3.23.2
Main ScreenMain Screen
When you enter the BIOS SETUP UTILITY, the Main screen will appear and display
the system overview.
Advanced H/W Monitor Boot Security Exit
Main
System Overview
System Time
System Date
BIOS Version
Processor Type
Processor Speed
Microcode Update
L1 Cache Size
L2 Cache Size
Total Memory
DDR 1
DDR 2
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BIOS SETUP UTILITY
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: K8NF6G-VSTA BIOS P1.0
: AMD Athlon(tm) 64 Processor3400+
(64bit supported)
: 2200 MHz
:F7A/3A
: 128KB
: 512KB
: 256MB with 64MB shared memory
: 256MB/166MHz (DDR333)
: None
System Time [Hour:Minute:Second]
Use this item to specify the system time.
System Date [Day Month/Date/Year]
Use this item to specify the system date.
Use [Enter], [TAB]
or [SHIFT-TAB] to
select a field.
Use [+] or [-] to
configure system Time.
Select Screen
Select Item
+- Change Field
Tab Select Field
F1 General Help
F9 Load Defaults
F10 Save and Exit
ESC Exit
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3.33.3
Advanced ScreenAdvanced Screen
3.3
Advanced Screen
3.33.3
Advanced ScreenAdvanced Screen
In this section, you may set the configurations for the following items: CPU
Configuration, Chipset Configuration, ACPI Configuration, IDE Configuration, PCIPnP
Configuration, Floppy Configuration, SuperIO Configuration, and USB Configuration.
BIOS SETUP UTILITY
Main
Advanced Settings
WARNING: Setting wrong values in below sections
CPU Configuration
Chipset Configuration
ACPI Configuration
IDE Configuration
PCIPnP Configuration
Floppy Configuration
SuperIO
USB Configuration
Advanced
may cause system to malfunction.
Configuration
v02.54 (C)Copyright 1985-2003, American Megatrends, Inc.
H/W Monitor Boot Security Exit
Options for CPU
Select Screen
Select Item
Enter Go to Sub Screen
F1 General Help
F9 Load Defaults
F10 Save and Exit
ESC Exit
Setting wrong values in this section may cause
the system to malfunction.
3.3.13.3.1
CPU ConfigurationCPU Configuration
3.3.1
CPU Configuration
3.3.13.3.1
CPU ConfigurationCPU Configuration
Advanced
CPU Configuration
Overclock Mode
CPU Frequency (MHz)
PCIE Frequency (MHz)
Boot Failure Guard
CPU/LDT Spread Spectrum
PCIE
Spread Spectrum
SATA
Spread Spectrum
Cool'n'Quiet
Processor Maximum Multiplier
Processor Maximum Voltage
Multiplier/Voltage Change
Memory Clock
Flexibility Option
CAS Latency
TRAS
TRP
TRCD
TRRD
v02.54 (C)Copyright 1985-2003, American Megatrends, Inc.
BIOS SETUP UTILITY
[Auto]
[200]
[100]
[Enabled]
[0.75% Hershey]
[Enabled]
[Enabled]
[Enabled]
x11
1.550 V
[Auto]
[Auto]
[Disabled]
[Auto]
[Auto]
[Auto]
[Auto]
[Auto]
If AUTO, multiplier and
voltage will be left at the
rated frequency/voltage. If
multiplier and
Manual,
voltage
will be set based
on User Selection in Setup.
Select Screen
Select Screen
Select Item
Select Item
+- Change Option
+- Change Option
F1 General Help
F1 General Help
F9 Load Defaults
F9 Load Defaults
F10 Save and Exit
F10 Save and Exit
ESC Exit
ESC Exit
Overclock Mode
Use this to select Overclock Mode. The default value is [Auto]. Configura-
tion options: [Auto], [CPU, PCIE, Sync.] and [CPU, PCIE, Async.].
CPU Frequency (MHz)
Use this option to adjust CPU frequency. The default value is [200].
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PCIE Frequency (MHz)
Use this option to adjust PCIE frequency. The default value is [100].
Boot Failure Guard
Enable or disable the feature of Boot Failure Guard.
CPU/LDT Spread Spectrum
This feature will be set to [0.75% Hershey] as default. Configuration
options: [Disabled], [0.5% Hershey], [0.75% Hershey], [0.5% Triangular],
and [0.75% Triangular].
PCIE Spread Spectrum
This feature will be set to [Enabled] as default. Configuration
options: [Disabled], and [Enabled].
SATA Spread Spectrum
This feature will be set to [Enabled] as default. Configuration
options: [Disabled], and [Enabled].
Cool ‘n’ Quiet
Use this item to enable or disable AMD’s Cool ‘n’ QuietTM technology.
Processor Maximum Multiplier
It will display Processor Maximum Multiplier for reference.
Processor Maximum Voltage
It will display Processor Maximum Voltage for reference.
Multiplier/Voltage Change
This item is set to [Auto] by default. If it is set to [Manual], you may adjust the
value of Processor Multiplier and Processor Voltage. However, it is recom-
mended to keep the default value for system stability.
BIOS SETUP UTILITY
Advanced
CPU Configuration
Overclock Mode
CPU Frequency (MHz)
PCIE Frequency (MHz)
Boot Failure Guard
CPU/LDT Spread Spectrum
PCIE
Spread Spectrum
SATA
Spread Spectrum
Cool'n'Quiet
Processor Maximum Multiplier
Processor Maximum Voltage
Multiplier/Voltage Change
Processor Multiplier
Processor Voltage
Memory Clock
Flexibility Option
CAS Latency
TRAS
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Processor Multiplier
BIOS SETUP UTILITY
[Auto]
[200]
[100]
[Enabled]
[0.75% Hershey]
[Enabled]
[Enabled]
[Enabled]
x11
1.550 V
[Manual]
[x8]
[1.500V]
[Auto]
[Disabled]
[Auto]
[Auto]
BIOS SETUP UTILITY
If AUTO, multiplier and
voltage will be left at the
rated frequency/voltage. If
multiplier and
Manual,
voltage
will be set based
on User Selection in Setup.
Select Screen
Select Screen
Select Item
Select Item
+- Change Option
+- Change Option
F1 General Help
F1 General Help
F9 Load Defaults
F9 Load Defaults
F10 Save and Exit
F10 Save and Exit
ESC Exit
ESC Exit
This item will show when “Multiplier/Voltage Change” is set to [Manual];
otherwise, it will be hidden. You may set the value from [x8] up to [x25] but
no higher than the value of “Processor Maximum Multiplier”. For example, if
the value of “Processor Maximum Multiplier” is [x11], the actual value of
multiplier will be [x11] even if you set this item to a value higher than [x11].
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However, for system stability, it is not recommended to adjust the value of
this item.
Processor Voltage
This item will show when “Multiplier/Voltage Change” is set to [Manual];
otherwise, it will be hidden. You may set the value from [1.550V] down to
[0.800V]. However, for safety and system stability, it is not recommended
to adjust the value of this item.
Memory Clock
This item can be set by the code using [Auto]. You can set one of the
standard values as listed: [133 MHz (DDR266)], [166 MHz (DDR333)],
[200 MHz (DDR400)].
Flexibility Option
The default value of this option is [Disabled]. It will allow better tolerance for
memory compatibility when it is set to [Enabled].
CAS Latency
Use this item to adjust the means of memory accessing. Configuration
options: [Auto], [2.0], [3.0], and [2.5]. The default value is [Auto].
TRAS
Use this to adjust TRAS values. Configuration options: [Auto], [5CLK], [6CLK],
[7CLK], [8CLK], [9CLK], [10CLK], [11CLK], [12CLK], [13CLK], [14CLK], and
[15CLK]. The default value is [Auto].
TRP
Use this to adjust TRP values. Configuration options: [Auto], [2CLK], [3CLK],
[4CLK], [5CLK], and [6CLK]. The default value is [Auto].
TRCD
Use this to adjust TRCD values. Configuration options: [Auto], [2CLK], [3CLK],
[4CLK], [5CLK], and [6CLK]. The default value is [Auto].
TRRD
Use this to adjust TRRD values. Configuration options: [Auto], [2T], [3T], and
[4T]. The default value is [Auto].
TRC
Use this to adjust TRC values. Configuration options: [7T] to [22T]. The
default value is [Auto].
MA Timing
Use this to adjust values for MA timing. Configuration options: [Auto], [2T],
[1T]. The default value is [Auto].
Burst Length
Burst length can be set to 8, 4 or 2 beats. 64 Bit Dq must use the 4 beats.
Bank Interleaving
Interleaving allows memory accesses to be spread out over banks on the
same node, or accross nodes, decreasing access contention.
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3.3.2
3.3.23.3.2
Chipset ConfigurationChipset Configuration
Chipset Configuration
Chipset ConfigurationChipset Configuration
Advanced
Chipset Settings
Onboard LAN
Onboard HD Audio
Front Panel Controller
Share Memory
Graphics Adapter
Primary
CPU-NB Link Speed
CPU-NB Kink Width
DRAM Voltage
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[Enabled]
[Auto]
[Auto]
[Auto]
[PCI]
[Auto]
[Auto]
[Auto]
To set DRAM Voltage.
Select Screen
Select Item
+ - Change Option
F1 General Help
F9 Load Defaults
F10 Save and Exit
ESC Exit
OnBoard LAN
This allows you to enable or disable the onboard LAN feature.
OnBoard HD Audio
Select [Auto], [Enabled] or [Disabled] for the onboard HD Audio feature. If
you select [Auto], the onboard HD Audio will be disabled when PCI Sound
Card is plugged.
Front Panel Control
Select [Auto], [Enabled] or [Disabled] for the onboard HD Audio Front Panel.
Share Memory
This allows you to set share memory feature. The default value is [Auto].
Configuration options: [Auto], [16MB], [32MB], [64MB], [128MB], and [256MB].
Primary Graphics Adapter
This item will switch the PCI Bus scanning order while searching for video
card. It allows you to select the type of Primary VGA in case of multiple
video controllers. The default value of this feature is [PCI]. Configuration
options: [PCI], [Onboard] and [PCI Express].
CPU - NB Link Speed
This feature allows you selecting CPU to NB link frequency. Configuration
options: [Auto], [200 MHz], [400 MHz], [600 MHz], and [800 MHz].
CPU - NB Link Width
This feature allows you selecting CPU to NB link width. Configuration options:
[Auto], [8 bit], and [16 bit].
DRAM Voltage
Use this to select DRAM voltage. Configuration options: [Auto], [Ultra High],
[High], [Normal], and [Low]. The default value is [Auto].
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3.3.33.3.3
3.3.3
3.3.33.3.3
ACPI ConfigurationACPI Configuration
ACPI Configuration
ACPI ConfigurationACPI Configuration
Advanced
ACPI Settings
Suspend To RAM
Repost Video on STR Resume
Restore on AC / Power Loss
Ring-In Power On
PCI Devices Power On
PS /2 Keyboard Power On
RTC Alarm Power On
ACPI HPET Table
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[Auto]
[No]
[Power Off]
[Disabled]
[Disabled]
[Disabled]
[Disabled]
[Disabled]
Select auto-detect or
disable the STR
feature.
Select Screen
Select Item
+- Change Option
F1 General Help
F9 Load Defaults
F10 Save and Exit
ESC Exit
Suspend to RAM
Use this item to select whether to auto-detect or disable the Suspend-to-
RAM feature. Select [Auto] will enable this feature if the OS supports it. If
you set this item to [Disabled], the function “Repost Video on STR Resume”
will be hidden.
Repost Video on STR Resume
This feature allows you to repost video on STR resume. (STR refers to
suspend to RAM.)
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 item to enable or disable Ring-In signals to turn on the system from
the power-soft-off mode.
PCI Devices Power On
Use this item to enable or disable PCI devices to turn on the system from the
power-soft-off mode.
PS/2 Keyboard Power On
Use this item to enable or disable PS/2 keyboard to turn on the system from
the power-soft-off mode.
RTC Alarm Power On
Use this item to enable or disable RTC (Real Time Clock) to power on the
system.
ACPI HPET Table
Use this item to enable or disable ACPI HPET Table. The default value is
[Disabled]. Please set this option to [Enabled] if you plan to use this
motherboard to submit Windows® VistaTM certification.
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3.3.43.3.4
IDE ConfigurationIDE Configuration
3.3.4
IDE Configuration
3.3.43.3.4
IDE ConfigurationIDE Configuration
Advanced
IDE Configuration
OnBoard IDE Controller
OnBoard SATAII Controller
SATAII Operation Mode
IDE Master
IDE Slave
SATAII 1
SATAII 2
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OnBoard IDE Controller
Use this item to enable or disable the “OnBoard IDE Controller” feature.
OnBoard SATAII Controller
Use this item to enable or disable the “OnBoard SATAII Controller” feature.
SATAII Operation Mode
Use this item to adjust SATAII Operation Mode. The default value of this
option is [non-RAID]. If you want to operate RAID function on SATA / SATAII
HDDs, please select [RAID].
* If you select [RAID] mode, SATA / SATAII HDDs can not be accessed until you finish
configuring RAID functions in NVIDIA BIOS / Windows RAID Utility.
IDE Device Configuration
You may set the IDE configuration for the device that you specify. We will
use the “IDE Master” as the example in the following instruction, which can
be applied to the configurations of “IDE Slave” as well.
[Enabled]
[Enabled]
[non-RAID]
[Hard Disk]
[Not Detected]
[Not Detected]
[Not Detected]
ENABLED: enables the
integrated IDE
Controller.
DISABLED: disables the
integrated IDE
Controller.
Select Screen
Select Screen
Select Item
Select Item
+- Change Option
+- Change Option
F1 General Help
F1 General Help
F9 Load Defaults
F9 Load Defaults
F10 Save and Exit
F10 Save and Exit
ESC Exit
ESC Exit
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Advanced
IDE Master
:Hard Disk
Device
:MAXTOR 6L080J4
Vendor
:80.0 GB
Size
:Supported
LBA Mode
:16Sectors
Block Mode
:4
PIO Mode
:MultiWord DMA-2
Async DMA
:Ultra DMA-6
Ultra DMA
:Supported
S.M.A.R.T.
Type
LBA/Large Mode
Block (Multi-Sector Transfer)
PIO Mode
DMA Mode
S.M.A.R.T.
32Bit Data Transfer
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[Auto]
[Auto]
[Auto]
[Auto]
[Auto]
[Disabled]
[Disabled]
Select the type
of device connected
to the system.
Select Screen
Select Item
+- Change Option
F1 General Help
F9 Load Defaults
F10 Save and Exit
ESC Exit
TYPE
Use this item to configure the type of the IDE device that you specify.
Configuration options: [Not Installed], [Auto], [CD/DVD], and [ARMD].
[Not Installed]: Select [Not Installed] to disable the use of IDE device.
[Auto]: Select [Auto] to automatically detect the hard disk drive.
After selecting the hard disk information into BIOS, use a disk
utility, such as FDISK, to partition and format the 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 (ATAPI Removable Media Device),
such as MO.
LBA/Large Mode
Use this item to select the LBA/Large mode for a hard disk > 512 MB under
DOS and Windows; for Netware and UNIX user, select [Disabled] to
disable the LBA/Large mode.
Block (Multi-Sector Transfer)
The default value of this item is [Auto]. If this feature is enabled, it will
enhance hard disk performance by reading or writing more data during
each transfer.
PIO Mode
Use this item to set the PIO mode to enhance hard disk performance by
optimizing the hard disk timing.
DMA Mode
DMA capability allows the improved transfer-speed and data-integrity for
compatible IDE devices.
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S.M.A.R.T.
Use this item to enable or disable the S.M.A.R.T. (Self-Monitoring, Analysis,
and Reporting Technology) feature. Configuration options: [Disabled], [Auto],
[Enabled].
32Bit Data Transfer
Use this item to enable 32-bit access to maximize the IDE hard disk data
transfer rate.
3.3.53.3.5
PCIPnP ConfigurationPCIPnP Configuration
3.3.5
PCIPnP Configuration
3.3.53.3.5
PCIPnP ConfigurationPCIPnP Configuration
Advanced
Advanced PCI /PnP Settings
WARNING: Setting wrong values in below sections
PCI Latency Timer
PCI IDE BusMaster
may cause system to malfunction.
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[64]
[Enabled]
Value in units of PCI
clocks for PCI device
latency timer
register.
Select Screen
Select Item
+- Change Option
F1 General Help
F9 Load Defaults
F10 Save and Exit
ESC Exit
Setting wrong values in this section may cause
the system to malfunction.
PCI Latency Timer
The default value is 32. It is recommended to keep the default value unless
the installed PCI expansion cards’ specifications require other settings.
PCI IDE BusMaster
Use this item to enable or disable the PCI IDE BusMaster feature.
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3.3.63.3.6
Floppy ConfigurationFloppy Configuration
3.3.6
Floppy Configuration
3.3.63.3.6
Floppy ConfigurationFloppy Configuration
In this section, you may configure the type of your floppy drive.
Advanced
Floppy Configuration
Floppy A
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3.3.73.3.7
Super IO ConfigurationSuper IO Configuration
3.3.7
Super IO Configuration
3.3.73.3.7
Super IO ConfigurationSuper IO Configuration
BIOS SETUP UTILITY
1
[1.44 MB 3 "]
2
Select the type of
floppy drive
connected to the
system.
Select Screen
Select Item
+- Change Option
F1 General Help
F9 Load Defaults
F10 Save and Exit
ESC Exit
Advanced
Configure Super IO Chipset
OnBoard Floppy Controller
Serial Port Address
Infrared Port Address
Parallel Port Address
Parallel Port Mode
EPP Version
ECP Mode DMA Channel
Parallel Port IRQ
OnBoard Game Port
OnBoard MIDI Port
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[Enabled]
[3F8 /IRQ4]
[Disabled]
[378]
[ECP + EPP]
[1.9]
[DMA3]
[IRQ7]
[Enabled]
[Disabled]
Allow BIOS to Enable
or Disable Floppy
Controller.
Select Screen
Select Item
+- Change Option
F1 General Help
F9 Load Defaults
F10 Save and Exit
ESC Exit
OnBoard Floppy Controller
Use this item to enable or disable floppy drive controller.
Serial Port Address
Use this item to set the address for the onboard serial port or disable it.
Configuration options: [Disabled], [3F8 / IRQ4], [2F8 / IRQ3], [3E8 / IRQ4],
[2E8 / IRQ3].
Infrared Port Address
Use this item to set the address for the onboard infrared port or disable it.
Configuration options: [Disabled], [2F8 / IRQ3], and [2E8 / IRQ3].
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Parallel Port Address
Use this item to set the address for the onboard parallel port or disable it.
Configuration options: [Disabled], [378], and [278].
Parallel Port Mode
Use this item to set the operation mode of the parallel port. The default
value is [ECP+EPP]. If this option is set to [ECP+EPP], it will show the EPP
version in the following item, “EPP Version”. Configuration options:
[Normal], [Bi-Directional], and [ECP+EPP].
EPP Version
Use this item to set the EPP version. Configuration options: [1.9]
and [1.7].
ECP Mode DMA Channel
Use this item to set the ECP mode DMA channel. Configuration
options: [DMA0], [DMA1], and [DMA3].
Parallel Port IRQ
Use this item to set the IRQ for the parallel port. Configuration options:
[IRQ5] and [IRQ7].
OnBoard Game Port
Use this item to enable the Game Port or disable it.
OnBoard MIDI Port
Use this itme to select the address for the MIDI Port or disable it. Configura-
tion options: [Disabled], [300], and [330].
3.3.83.3.8
USB ConfigurationUSB Configuration
3.3.8
USB Configuration
3.3.83.3.8
USB ConfigurationUSB Configuration
Advanced
USB Configuration
USB Controller
USB 2.0 Support
Legacy USB Support
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[Enabled]
[Enabled]
[Disabled]
To enable or disable
the onboard USB
controllers.
Select Screen
Select Item
+- Change Option
F1 General Help
F9 Load Defaults
F10 Save and Exit
ESC Exit
USB Controller
Use this item to enable or disable the use of USB controller.
USB 2.0 Support
Use this item to enable or disable the USB 2.0 support.
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Legacy USB Support
Use this item to enable or disable the support to emulate the I/O devices
of legacy OS (DOS) such as mouse, keyboard, USB flash... etc. Or you
may select [Auto] so that the system will start to auto-detect; if there is
no USB device connected, “Auto” option will disable the legacy USB
support.
3.43.4
Hardware Health Event Monitoring ScreenHardware Health Event Monitoring Screen
3.4
Hardware Health Event Monitoring Screen
3.43.4
Hardware Health Event Monitoring ScreenHardware Health Event Monitoring Screen
In this section, it allows you to monitor the status of the hardware on your system,
including the parameters of the CPU temperature, motherboard temperature, CPU fan
speed, chassis fan speed, and the critical voltage.
Main Advanced
Hardware Health Event Monitoring
CPU Temperature
M /B Temperature
CPU Fan Speed
Chassis Fan Speed
Vcore
+ 3.30V
+ 5.00V
+ 12.00V
CPU Quiet Fan
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H/W Monitor
: 37C/98F
: 31C/87F
: 2833 RPM
:N/A
: 1.532 V
: 3.129 V
: 4.877 V
: 11.741V
[Disabled]
Boot Security Exit
Select Screen
Select Item
F1 General Help
F9 Load Defaults
F10 Save and Exit
ESC Exit
CPU Quiet Fan
This item allows you to identify the temperature of CPU fan. Configuration
options: [Disabled] and [Enabled]. The default value is [Disabled].
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3.53.5
Boot ScreenBoot Screen
3.5
Boot Screen
3.53.5
Boot ScreenBoot Screen
In this section, it will display the available devices on your system for you to config-
ure the boot settings and the boot priority.
Main Advanced H/W Monitor
Boot Settings
Boot Settings Configuration
1st Boot Device
Boot Device
2nd
3rd Boot Device
Hard Disk Drives
Removable Drives
CD/DVD Drives
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3.5.1
3.5.13.5.1
Boot Settings ConfigurationBoot Settings Configuration
Boot Settings Configuration
Boot Settings ConfigurationBoot Settings Configuration
Boot Settings Configuration
Boot From Network
Bootup Num-Lock
BIOS SETUP UTILITY
[1st Floppy Device]
[HDD: PM-MAXTOR 6L08]
[CD/DVD: SM-CD-ROM]
BIOS SETUP UTILITY
[Disabled]
[On]
Boot
Boot
Security Exit
Configure Settings
during System Boot.
Select Screen
Select Item
Enter Go to Sub Screen
F1 General Help
F9 Load Defaults
F10 Save and Exit
ESC Exit
To enable or disable the
boot from network feature.
Select Screen
Select Item
+ - Change Option
F1 General Help
F9 Load Defaults
F10 Save and Exit
ESC Exit
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Boot From Network
Use this item to enable or disable the Boot From Network feature.
Boot Up Num-Lock
If this item is set to [On], it will automatically activate the Numeric Lock
function after boot-up.
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3.63.6
Security ScreenSecurity Screen
3.6
Security Screen
3.63.6
Security ScreenSecurity Screen
In this section, you may set or change the supervisor/user password for the system.
For the user password, you may also clear it.
Main Advanced H/W Monitor Boot
Security Settings
Supervisor Password : Not Installed
User Password : Not Installed
Change Supervisor Password
Change User Password
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Security
Install or Change the
password.
Select Screen
Select Item
Enter Change
F1 General Help
F9 Load Defaults
F10 Save and Exit
ESC Exit
Exit
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3.73.7
Exit ScreenExit Screen
3.7
Exit Screen
3.73.7
Exit ScreenExit Screen
Main Advanced H/W Monitro Boot Security
Exit Options
Save Changes and Exit
Discard Changes and Exit
Discard Changes
Load Optimal Defaults
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Save Changes and Exit
When you select this option, it will pop-out the following message, “Save
configuration changes and exit setup?” Select [OK] to save the changes
and exit the BIOS SETUP UTILITY.
Discard Changes and Exit
When you select this option, it will pop-out the following message, “Dis-
card changes and exit setup?” Select [OK] to exit the BIOS SETUP UTILITY
without saving any changes.
Discard Changes
When you select this option, it will pop-out the following message, “Dis-
card changes?” Select [OK] to discard all changes.
Load Optimal Defaults
When you select this option, it will pop-out the following message, “Load
optimal defaults?” Select [OK] to load the default values for all the setup
configurations.
BIOS SETUP UTILITY
Exit
Exit system setup
after saving the
changes.
F10 key can be used
for this operation.
Select Screen
Select Item
Enter Go to Sub Screen
F1 General Help
F9 Load Defaults
F10 Save and Exit
ESC Exit
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4.4.
Software SupporSoftware Suppor
4.
Software Suppor
4.4.
Software SupporSoftware 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 Microsoft® Windows® operating systems:
2000 / XP / XP 64-bit / VistaTM. 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 including ASRock Ex-
press GbL PCI Express LAN card driver if the system detects the installed
devices. Please 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.
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4.2.4
4.2.44.2.4
If you need to contact ASRock or want to know more about ASRock, welcome
to visit ASRock’s website at http://www.asrock.com; or you may contact your
dealer for further information.
Contact InformationContact Information
Contact Information
Contact InformationContact Information
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APPENDIX:APPENDIX:
APPENDIX:
APPENDIX:APPENDIX:
AMD’s Cool ‘n’ QuietAMD’s Cool ‘n’ Quiet
AMD’s Cool ‘n’ Quiet
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For power-saving sake, it is strongly recommended to enable AMD’s Cool ‘n’ Quiet
technology under Windows® system. When using this feature, please make sure to
install “AMD Processor Driver” from the “Support CD” first.
If you are using Windows® 2000/XP operating system, please follow the instruction
below to enable AMD’s Cool ‘n’ QuietTM technology:
1. From the Windows® 2000/XP operating system, click the Start button.
Select Settings, then Control Panel.
2. Switch to Classic View. (for Windows® XP only)
3. Double-click the Display icon in the Control Panel then select the Screen
Saver tab.
4. Click the “Power…” button. The following dialog box appears.
5. From the Power schemes combo list box, select Minimal Power
Management.
6. Click OK to implement settings.
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