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2. Security Setup Menu ...................................................... 29
3. Power Setup Menu ......................................................... 30
4. Boot Setup Menu ............................................................ 31
5. Exit Menu ......................................................................... 32
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Chapter 1 Introduction
Thank you for purchasing ASRock P4i45GL/P4i45GV 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-bystep installation guide. Chapter 3 and 4 contain basic BIOS setup and support CD
information. More information of advanced BIOS setup is offered on page 23 for
advanced users’ reference.
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 memory and CPU support lists on ASRock website as
well.ASRock website: http://www.asrock.com
1.1 Package Contents
ASRock P4i45GL/P4i45GV motherboard
(Micro ATX Form Factor: 9.6-in x 8.2-in, 24.4 cm x 20.8 cm)
ASRock P4i45GL/P4i45GV Quick Installation Guide
ASRock P4i45GL/P4i45GV Support CD
One 80-conductor Ultra ATA 66/100 IDE Ribbon Cable
One Ribbon Cable for a 3.5-in Floppy Drive
One ASRock I/OTM Shield
One COM Port Bracket
One ASRock MR Card (Optional)
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1.2 Specifications
Platform:Micro ATX Form Factor: 9.6-in x 8.2-in, 24.4 cm x 20.8 cm
CPU:Socket 478, supports Intel® Pentium® 4 (Prescott, Northwood,
2 DDR DIMM slots, DDR DIMM1 and DDR DIMM2
supports PC2100 (DDR266) / PC2700 (DDR333), Max. 2GB
(see CAUTION 4)
IDE:IDE1: ATA 100 / Ultra DMA Mode 5
IDE2: ATA 100 / Ultra DMA Mode 5
Supports up to 4 IDE devices
Floppy Port:Supports up to 2 floppy disk drives
Audio:5.1 channels AC’97 Audio
PCI 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
(ASRock U-COP)(see CAUTION 5)
CPU fan tachometer, Chassis fan tachometer
Voltage monitoring: +12V, +5V, +3V, Vcore
PCI slots:3 slots with PCI Specification 2.2 (see CAUTION 6)
AGI slot:1 AGI [ASRock Graphics Interface] slot (see CAUTION 7)
AMR slot:1 slot, supports ASRock MR card (Optional)
USB 2.0:6 USB 2.0 ports:
includes 4 default USB 2.0 ports on the rear panel,
plus one header to support 2 additional USB 2.0 ports
(see CAUTION 8)
1 parallel port: ECP/EPP support, 1 VGA port
1 RJ 45 port, 4 default USB 2.0 ports
1 Game port
Audio Jack: Line Out / Line In / Microphone In
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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, see CAUTION 9)
OS:Microsoft® Windows® 98SE / ME / 2000 / XP compliant
CAUTION!
1. P4i45GL motherboard may be fine tuned to support higher
CPU bus frequencies on certain condition. Please refer to
“NOTE” on page 7 in the support CD.
2. If the installed CPU runs with the FSB frequency at 533MHz
on P4i45GL motherboard, it will support PC2100(DDR266)
and PC2800(DDR350).
3About the setting of “Hyper Threading Technology”, please
check page 25 of the User Manual in the support CD.
4. P4i45GV motherboard will support PC2700(DDR333) at FSB 533MHz.
5. While CPU overheat is detected, the system will automatically shutdown.
Please check if the CPU fan on the motherboard functions properly before
you resume the system. To improve heat dissipation, remember to spray
thermal grease between the CPU and the heatsink when you install the PC
system.
6. Because the installed AMR card will occupy the same external connecting
position with the PCI card installed in “PCI3” slot, you will not be able to
install any PCI card in “PCI3” slot if an AMR card has already been
installed in the AMR slot.
7. The AGI [ASRock Graphics Interface] slot is a special design that only
supports compatible AGP VGA cards. For the information of the compatible
AGP VGA cards, please refer to the “Supported AGP VGA Cards List” on
page 8. For the proper installation of AGP VGA card, please refer to the
installation guide on page 16.
8Power Management for USB 2.0 works fine under Microsoft
XP SP1/2000 SP4. It may not work properly under Microsoft® Windows
98/ME. Please refer to Microsoft® official document at
http://www.microsoft.com/whdc/hwdev/bus/USB/USB2support.mspx
9. Although this motherboard 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.
®
Windows
®
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NOTE
P4i45GL may be fine tuned to support higher CPU front side bus frequencies on certain
condition. Please refer to the table below for the details.
CPU FSBConfiguration Note
P4i45GL533 MHz1. It supports DDR266 memory module
at both DDR DIMM1 and DIMM2.
2. It supports DDR350 memory module
ONLY at DDR DIMM1.
3. To support DDR350, please set DDR350
in BIOS DRAM Frequency.
4. It supports CL=2 and CL=2.5 only.
The Recommended Memory Modules list for
P4i45GL motherboard.
FSB 533MHz / DDR350 Mode
DRAMSIZE TYPECELLCELL NO.SINGLE SIDE /
VENDOR(MB)VENDORDOUBLE SIDE
TWINMOS256DDR333TWINMOS TMD7608F8E60BSINGLE SIDE
TWINMOS256DDR400TWINMOS TMD7608F8E50BSINGLE SIDE
TWINMOS512DDR400TWINMOS TMD7608F8E50BDOUBLE SIDE
TWINMOS512DDR400M.TECTTD7608F8E50BDOU BLE SIDE
ADATA256DDR400WINBOND W942508CH-5SINGLE SIDE
ADATA256DDR400WINBOND W942508BH-5SINGLE SIDE
ADATA256DDR400ADATAADD8608A8A-4.5BSINGLE SIDE
KINGMAX256DDR400KINGMAXKDL388P4EA-50SINGLE SIDE
KINGMAX512DDR400KINGMAXKDL388P4EA-50DOUB LE SIDE
KINGSTON256DDR333MOSELV58C2256804SAT6SINGLE SIDE
KINGSTON512DDR333INFINEON HYB25D256800BT-6 DOUBLE S IDE
MICRON256DDR333MICRON46V32M8-6TCSINGLE SIDE
MICRON256DDR400MICRON46V16M8DOUBL E SIDE
INFINEON128DDR400INFINEON HYB25D256800BT-5 SINGLE SIDE
INFINEON256DDR400INFINEON HYB25D256800BT-5 SINGLE SIDE
TRANSCEND 256DDR333SAMSUNG K4H560838D-TCB3SINGLE SIDE
Since the memory types are changing rapidly, please visit ASRock website
(http://www.asrock.com/support/index.htm) for the latest recommended memory support list.
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1.3Supported AGP VGA Cards List
(for Windows 2000/Windows XP)
I. AGP 4X
Graphics ChipModel Name
Vendor
n-VIDIAASUS AGP-V7100
ASUS AGP-V7100PRO
ASUS AGP-V7100 MAGIC / 32M
ASUS AGP-V7700Ti
ASUS AGP-V8170DDR
ASUS AGP-V8170SE / LP
ASUS AGP-V8200 T2
ASUS AGP-V8200 T5
ASUS AGP-V8440
ASUS AGP-V8460 Ultra
GAINWARD- GF3-TI500/64M
GAINWARD- GF3-TI500/128M
Inno3D GeForce2 MX400
Leadtek WinFast A170 TH
Leadtek WinFast A170 DDR
Leadtek WinFast A250LE TD
Leadtek WinFast GeForce2 MX MX64
Leadtek WinFast GeForce2 H MX400
MSI- GF4-MX440SE
PROLINK GF4-MX440
SPARKLE GF4-MX440
For the latest updates of the supported AGP VGA cards list, please visit
ASRock website for details.
ASRock website:
http://www.asrock.com/support/index.htm
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II. AGP 8X
Graphics ChipModel Name
Vendor
n-VIDIAALBATRON GF4-MX440 64M
AOPEN Aeolus FX5600S-DV128
AOPEN Aeolus FX5200-V128
ASUS AGP-V9180
ASUS AGP-V9280 VIEDO SUITE
ASUS AGP-V9520 MAGIC/T
ASUS V9900
ASUS V9900 ULTRA
ELSA-GLADIC 518
ELSA-GLADIC 518 P
Inno3D GeForce FX5600
LEADTEK A280 LE
LEADTEK A340TDH
MSI Ti4800SE-VTD8X
PALIT GF4 MX440 8X 64MB
PROLINK GeForceFX5900
PROLINK GF4-TI4200
SPARKLE GF4-MX440-8X
ATICLUB3D ATI R9800
Gigabyte GV R9000 PRO
Gigabyte RADEON 9500
Gigabyte RADEON 9700 PRO
POWER COLOR 9200
SAPHIRE RADEON 9200-128MB
SiSPOWER COLOR XABRE600
For the latest updates of the supported AGP VGA cards list, please visit
ASRock website for details.
ASRock website: http://www.asrock.com/support/index.htm
1Parallel Port 6Line Out (Lime)
2RJ-45 Port 7USB 2.0 Ports
3Game Port 8VGA Port
4Microphone (Pink) 9PS/2 Keyboard Port (Purple)
5Line In (Light Blue)10PS/2 Mouse Port (Green)
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7
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Chapter 2 Installation
P4i45GL/P4i45GV 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 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.
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2.1 CPU Installation
Step 1. Unlock the socket by lifting the lever up to a 90o angle.
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.
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.
CPU Marked Corner
Lever 90° Up
Socket Marked Corner
STEP 1:
Lift Up The Socket Lever
STEP 2/STEP 3:
Match The CPU Marked Corner
to The Socket Marked Corner
STEP 4:
Push Down And Lock
The Socket Lever
2.2 Installation of CPU Fan and Heatsink
Intel® Pentium®4 CPU requires larger heatsink and cooling fan. Thermal
grease between the CPU and the heatsink is also needed to improve heat
dissipation. Make sure that the CPU and the heatsink are securely fastened
and in good contact with each other. Then connect the CPU fan to the
CPU_FAN connector (CPU_FAN1, see page 10/11, No. 5). For proper
installation, please kindly refer to the instruction manuals of the CPU fan
and heatsink vendors.
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2.3 Installation of Memory Modules (DIMM)
P4i45GL/P4i45GV motherboard provides 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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2.4 Expansion Slots (PCI, AMR, and AGI Slots)
There are 3 PCI slots, 1 AMR slot, and 1 AGI slot on this motherboard.
PCI slots: PCI slots are used to install expansion cards that have the 32-bit PCI
interface.
Because the installed AMR card will occupy the same external
connecting position with the PCI card installed in “PCI3” slot, you will
no be able to install any PCI card in “PCI3” slot if an AMR card has
already been installed in the AMR slot.
AMR slot: AMR slot is used to insert an ASRock MR card (optional) with v.92
Modem functionality.
AGI slot: The AGI [ASRock Graphics Interface] slot is a special design that only
supports compatible AGP VGA cards. For the information of the compatible AGP VGA cards, please refer to the “Supported AGP VGA Cards List”
on page 8.
To install the system with an add-on AGP VGA card, you must make
sure to install the driver of add-on AGP VGA card before you install
the onboard VGA driver. If the onboard VGA driver has already been
installed before you install the add-on AGP VGA card, the system will
automatically set the onboard VGA as the primary graphics adapter. In
that case, if you want to install the add-on AGP VGA card, you need
to remove the onboard VGA driver first, and then install the add-on
AGP VGA card and its driver. For the detailed instruction, please refer
to the documents in the Support CD, “AGI Slot Installation Guide (for
Windows 2000)” and “AGI Slot Installation Guide (for Windows XP)”,
which are located in the folder at the following path:
..\ Easy Dual Monitor
Installing 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 Dual Monitor Feature
Thanks to ASRock patented AGI8X Technology, this motherboard supports
Easy Dual Monitor upgrade. With the internal onboard VGA and the external
add-on AGP VGA card, you can easily enjoy the benefits of Dual Monitor
feature. For the detailed instruction, please refer to the document at the
following path in the Support CD:..\ Easy Dual Monitor
2.6 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 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.
JumperSettingDescription
PS2_USB_PWR1Short pin2, pin3 to enable
(see p.10/p.11, No. 1)+5VSB (standby) for PS/2 or
1_2
+5V
Note: To select +5VSB, it requires 2 Amp and higher standby current provided by
Note: If the jumpers JL1 and JR1 are short (see the figure above), both the front
panel and the rear panel audio connectors can work.
Clear CMOS
(CLRCMOS0, 2-pin Jumper)
(see p.10/p.11, No. 18)
2-pin Jumper
Note: CLRCMOS0 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, then use a jumper
cap to short the pins on CLRCMOS0 for 3 seconds. Please remember to
remove the jumper cap after clearing the CMOS. 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 Connectors
IDE2
PIN1
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!
ConnectorFigureDescription
FDD Connector
(33-pin FLOPPY1)
(see p.10/p.11, No. 13)
Note: Make sure the red-striped side of the cable is plugged into Pin1 side of the
connector.
Primary IDE Connector (Blue)Secondary IDE Connector (Black)
(39-pin IDE1, see p.10/p.11, No. 9)(39-pin IDE2, see p.10/p.11, No. 8)
Pin1
FLOPPY1
the red-striped side to Pin1
PIN1
connect the blue end
IDE1
to the motherboard
connect the black end
to the IDE devices
80-conductor ATA 66/100 cable
Note: If you use only one IDE device on this motherboard, please set the IDE
device as “Master”. Please refer to the instruction of your IDE device vendor
for the details. Besides, 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).
1
USB_PWR
P-5
P-4
USB_PWR
P+5
P+4
GND
GND
DUMMY
I/O panel are not sufficient,
this USB 2.0 header is
available to support 2
USB 2.0 HeaderASRock I/OTM accommodates
(9-pin USB45)4 default USB 2.0 ports. If
(see p.10/p.11, No. 19)those USB 2.0 ports on the
Internal Audio ConnectorsThese connectors allow you
(4-pin CD1, 4-pin AUX1)to receive stereo audio input
(CD1: see p.10/p.11, No. 27)from sound sources such as
(AUX1: see p.10/p.11, No. 26)a CD-ROM, DVD/ROM, TV
CD-R
GND
GND
CD-L
AUX-R
GND
GND
AUX-L
CD1
AUX1
tuner card, or MPEG card.
1
1
1
+5V
GND
+5VA
BACKOUT-R
AUD-OUT-R
MIC-POWER
MIC
PLED+
PLED-
PWRBTN#
GND
HDLED-
HDLED+
DUMMY
DUMMY
GND
+12V
CHA_FAN_SPEED
BACKOUT-L
AUD-OUT-L
DUMMY
GND
DUMMY
RESET#
SPEAKER
control of audio devices.
Front Panel Audio HeaderThis is an interface for front
(9-pin AUDIO1)panel audio cable that allows
(see p.10/p.11, No. 25)convenient connection and
System Panel HeaderThis header accommodates
(9-pin PANEL1)several system front panel
(see p.10/p.11, No. 14)functions.
Chassis Speaker HeaderPlease connect the chassis
(4-pin SPEAKER 1)speaker to this header.
(see p.10/p.11, No. 15)
Chassis Fan ConnectorPlease connect the chassis
(3-pin CHA_FAN1)fan cable to this connector
(see p.10/p.11, No. 12)and match the black wire to
the ground pin.
CPU Fan ConnectorPlease connect the CPU fan
(3-pin CPU_FAN1)cable to this connector and
(see p.10/p.11, No. 5)match the black wire to the
GND
+12V
CPU_FAN_SPEED
ground pin.
ATX Power HeaderPlease connect the ATX
(20-pin ATXPWR1)power supply to this header.
(see p.10/p.11, No. 2)
1
RRXD1
DDTR#1
TTXD1
DDCD#1
DDSR#1
CCTS#1
RRTS#1
GND
RRI#1
COM Port HeaderThis COM port header is used
(9-pin COM1)to support a COM port module.
(see p.10/p.11, No. 17)
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Chapter 3 BIOS Setup
3.1 BIOS Setup Utility
This section explains how to configure your system using the BIOS Setup Utility. The
BIOS FWH chip 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 Bar
The top of the screen has a menu bar with the following selections:
MAINSets up the basic system configuration
ADVANCEDSets up the advanced features
SECURITYSets up the security features
POWERConfigures Power Management features
BOOTConfigures the default system device that is used
to locate and load the Operating System
EXITExits 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 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>Displays the General Help Screen
<ESC>Jumps to the Exit menu or returns to the upper menu
from the current menu
/Moves cursor up or down between fields
/Selects menu to the left or right
+ / -Increases or decreases values
<Enter>Brings up a selected menu for a highlighted field
<F9>Loads all the setup items to default value
<F10>Saves changes and exits Setup
3.2 Main Menu
When you enter the BIOS Setup Utility, the following screen appears.
Advanced
Main
System Date
System Time
Floppy Drives
IDE Devices
BIOS Version
Processor Type
Processor Speed
Cache Size
Microcode Update
TotalMemory
Set the system date that you specify. Valid values for month, day, and year are
Month: (Jan to Dec), Day: (1 to 31), Year: (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
To set the type of the IDE device, first, please select “IDE Devices” on Main
menu and press <Enter> to get into the sub-menu. Then, select among
“Primary IDE Master”, “Primary IDE Slave”, “Secondary IDE Master”, and
“Secondary IDE Slave” to make configuration of its type. Below are the
configuration options.
Main
Primary IDE Master:
Type
Cylinders
Heads
Write Precompensation
Sectors
Maximum Capacity
LBA Mode
Block Mode
Fast Programmed I/O Modes
32 Bit Transfer Mode
Ultra DMA Mode
F1:Help
Esc:Previous Menu
AMIBIOS SETUPUTILITY -VERSION 3.31a
Auto
On
On
Auto
On
Auto
:Select Item
+/-:Change Values
Enter:Select
Sub-Menu
[ Setup Help ]
Select how to set the
parameters of drive,
Or
Select [AUTO] to set
all HDD parameters
automatically.
F9:Setup Defaults
F10:Save &Exit
[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.
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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.
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[CD/DVD]: This is used for IDE CD/DVD drives.
[ARMD]: This is used for IDE ARMD (ATAPI Removable Media Device),
such as MO.
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 allows improved 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 Menus
Detailed descriptions of these menus are listed in the Appendix. See page 25.
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Chapter 4 Software Support
4.1 Install Operating System
This motherboard supports various Microsoft® Windows® operating systems:
98 SE / 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 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 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 Menu
The Drivers Menu shows the available devices drivers if the system detects
installed devices. Please install the necessary drivers to activate the devices.
4.2.3 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 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 Information
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.
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Appendix: Advanced BIOS Setup
This section will introduce you the following BIOS Setup menus: “Advanced,”
“Security,” “Power,” “Boot,” and “Exit.”
1. Advanced BIOS Setup Menu
Advanced
Main
Spread Spectrum
CPU Host Frequency
Actual Frequency
CPU Ratio Selection
SDRAM Frequency
Hyper Threading Technology
Chipset Configuration
Resource
Configuration
Peripheral
Configuration
System Hardware Monitor
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Security
Power
Disabled
Auto
133MHz
Locked
Auto
Auto
Boot
Exit
[ SetupHelp ]
<Enter> to enable or
disable the feature of
spread spectrum.
F1:Help
Esc:Exit
:Select Item
:Select Menu
+/-:Change Values
Enter:Select
Sub-Menu
F9:Setup Defaults
F10:Save &Exit
Spread Spectrum:
This field should always be [Disabled] for better system stability.
CPU Host Frequency:
This shows current CPU host frequency of the installed motherboard.
CPU Ratio Selection:
CPU Ratio is the multiple that times the frontside bus frequency will equal
the core speed of the installed processor. Whether the option is open or locked
is determined by the installed processor.
SDRAM Frequency:
If [Auto] is selected, the motherboard will detect the memory module(s) inserted
and assigns appropriate frequency automatically.
Hyper-Threading Technology (For P4i45GV Only):
To enable this feature, it requires a computer system with an Intel Pentium®4
processor that supports Hyper-Threading technology and an operating system
that includes optimization for this technology, such as Microsoft® Windows
XP. Set to [Auto] if using Microsoft® Windows® XP, or Linux kernel version
2.4.18 or higher. This option will be hidden if the current CPU does not support
Hyper-Threading technology.
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Chipset Configuration:
Advanced
Chipset Configuration
AGP Aperture Size
ICH Delayed Transaction
USB Controller
USB Device Legacy Support
CPU Thermal Throttling
DRAM Write Throttling
******** DRAM Timing ********
SDRAM CAS Latency
Configure SDRAM Timing by SPD
OnBoard IDE: You may enable either the primary IDE channel or the secondary
IDE channel. Or you may enable both the primary and the secondary IDE
channels by selecting [Both]. Set to [Disabled] will disable the both.
Configuration options: [Disabled], [Primary], [Secondary], [Both].
OnBoard LAN: This allows you to enable or disable the “OnBoard LAN” feature.
OnBoard AC’97 Audio: Select [Disabled], [Auto] or [Enabled] for the onboard
AC’97 Audio feature.
OnBoard MC’97 Modem: Select [Auto] or [Disabled] for the 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.
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Advanced
System Hardware Monitor
CPU Temperature
M/B
Temperature
CPU FAN Speed
Chassis
FAN Speed
Vcore
+ 3.30V
+ 5.00V
+ 12.00V
F1:Help
Esc:Previous Menu
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35C/95F
27C/ 82F
3110 RPM
N/A
1.72 V
3.31 V
4.97 V
12.16 V
:Select Item
+/-:Change Values
Enter:Select
Sub-Menu
[ Setup Help ]
F9:Setup Defaults
F10:Save &Exit
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2. Security Setup Menu
Advanced
Main
Supervisor Password
User Password
Set Supervisor Password
Set User Password
Password Check
F1:Help
Esc:Exit
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Security
Clear
Clear
[ Enter ]
[ Enter ]
Setup
:Select Item
:Select Menu
Power
+/-:Change Values
Enter:Select
Boot
Exit
Sub-Menu
[ Setup Help ]
<Enter> to set the
supervisor password.
F9:Setup Defaults
F10:Save &Exit
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 8 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 8 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 point 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 Menu
Advanced
Main
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
RTC Alarm Date
RTC Alarm Hour
RTC Alarm Minute
RTC Alarm Second
F1:Help
Esc:Exit
Security
:Select Item
:Select Menu
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Power
Disabled
Disabled
Power Off
Disabled
Disabled
Disabled
Disabled
15
12
30
30
+/-:Change Values
Enter:Select
Boot
Exit
Sub-Menu
[ Setup Help ]
<Enter> to select
auto-detect or disable
the ACPI STR feature.
F9:Setup Defaults
F10:Save &Exit
Suspend to RAM: This field allows you to select whether to auto-detect or disable
the Suspend-to-RAM feature. Select [Auto] will enable this feature if the system
supports it.
Repost Video on STR Resume: This feature allows you to repost video on STR
resume. It is recommended to enable this feature under Microsoft® Windows
98 / ME.
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.
PCI Devices Power On: Use this to enable or disable PCI devices to turn on the
system from the power-soft-off mode.
PS/2 Keyboard Power On: Use this to enable or disable PS/2 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 Menu
Advanced
Main
Quick Boot Mode
Boot Up Num-Lock
Boot To OS/2
Boot From Network
Boot Device Priority
F1:Help
Esc:Exit
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Security
Enabled
On
No
Disabled
:Select Item
:Select Menu
Power
+/-:Change Values
Enter:Select
Boot
Exit
Sub-Menu
[ Setup Help ]
<Enter> to enable or
disable the quick boot
mode.
F9:Setup Defaults
F10:Save &Exit
Quick Boot Mode: Enable this mode will speed up the boot-up routine by skipping
memory retestings.
Boot Up Num-Lock: If this is enabled, it will automatically activate the Numeric Lock
function after boot-up.
Boot To OS/2: Select [Yes] will enable boot-up to OS/2 operating system.
Boot From Network: Use this to enable or disable “boot from network” feature.
Boot Device Priority: This allows you to set the boot device priority.