ASUS A7V400-MX SE User Manual
A7V400-MX SE
Motherboard
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First edition V1
February 2005
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Contents
Notices ................................................................................................. v
Safety information .............................................................................. vi
About this guide ................................................................................ vii
A7V400-MX SE specifications summary ........................................... viii
Chapter 1:Chapter 1:
Chapter 1:
Chapter 1:Chapter 1:
1.1 Welcome! .............................................................................. 1-2
1.2 Package contents ................................................................. 1-2
1.3 Special features .................................................................... 1-2
1.3.1 Product highlights................................................... 1-2
1.3.2 Innovative ASUS features ....................................... 1-4
1.4 Before you proceed .............................................................. 1-5
1.5 Motherboard overview .......................................................... 1-6
1.5.1 Motherboard layout ................................................ 1-6
1.5.2 Placement direction ................................................ 1-7
1.5.3 Screw holes ............................................................ 1-7
1.6 Central Processing Unit (CPU) .............................................. 1-8
1.6.1 Overview ................................................................. 1-8
1.6.2 Installing the CPU.................................................... 1-8
1.7 System memory ................................................................... 1-9
1.7.1 Overview ................................................................. 1-9
1.7.2 Memory configurations ........................................... 1-9
Product introductionProduct introduction
Product introduction
Product introductionProduct introduction
1.7.3 Installing a DIMM ................................................... 1-13
1.7.4 Removing a DIMM ................................................. 1-13
1.8 Expansion slots ................................................................... 1-14
1.8.1 Installing an expansion card .................................. 1-14
1.8.2 Configuring an expansion card.............................. 1-14
1.8.3 AGP slot ................................................................ 1-16
1.8.4 PCI slots ................................................................ 1-16
1.9 Switch and jumpers ............................................................ 1-17
1.10 Connectors ......................................................................... 1-20
1.10.1 Rear panel connectors .......................................... 1-20
1.10.2 Internal connectors............................................... 1-21
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Safeguards
Chapter 2:Chapter 2:
Chapter 2:
Chapter 2:Chapter 2:
2.1 Managing and updating your BIOS ........................................ 2-2
2.1.1 Creating a bootable floppy disk .............................. 2-2
2.1.2 AwardBIOS Flash Utility .......................................... 2-3
2.1.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS utility ................................... 2-4
2.1.4 ASUS EZ Flash utility .............................................. 2-4
2.1.5 ASUS Update utility ................................................ 2-5
2.2 BIOS beep codes .................................................................. 2-7
2.3 BIOS setup program ............................................................. 2-7
2.3.1 BIOS menu bar ........................................................ 2-8
2.3.2 Legend bar ............................................................. 2-8
2.4 Main menu .......................................................................... 2-10
2.5 Advanced menu .................................................................. 2-15
2.5.1 CPU Configuration ................................................. 2-15
2.5.2 Memory Configuration .......................................... 2-16
2.5.3 Chipset ................................................................. 2-17
2.5.4 PCIPnP ................................................................... 2-19
BIOS setupBIOS setup
BIOS setup
BIOS setupBIOS setup
2.5.5 Onboard Devices Configuration ............................ 2-20
2.5.6 USB Configuration................................................. 2-22
2.6 Power menu ........................................................................ 2-23
2.6.1 APM Configuration ................................................ 2-24
2.6.2 Hardware Monitor ................................................. 2-26
2.7 Boot menu .......................................................................... 2-27
2.7.1 Boot Device Priority .............................................. 2-27
2.7.2 Removable Drives ................................................. 2-28
2.7.3 Hard Disk Drives ................................................... 2-28
2.7.4 CDROM Drives ....................................................... 2-29
2.7.5 Boot Settings Configuration ................................. 2-29
2.7.6 Security ................................................................ 2-30
2.8 Exit menu ........................................................................... 2-32
Chapter 3:Chapter 3:
Chapter 3:
Chapter 3:Chapter 3:
3.1 Installing an operating system ............................................. 3-2
3.2 Support CD information ........................................................ 3-2
3.2.1 Running the support CD ......................................... 3-2
Software supportSoftware support
Software support
Software supportSoftware support
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3.2.2 Drivers menu .......................................................... 3-3
3.2.3 Utilities menu .......................................................... 3-3
3.2.4 Contacts menu ....................................................... 3-4
Notices
Federal Communications Commission StatementFederal Communications Commission Statement
Federal Communications Commission Statement
Federal Communications Commission StatementFederal Communications Commission Statement
This device complies with FCC Rules Part 15. Operation is subject to the
following two conditions:
• This device may not cause harmful interference, and
• This device must accept any interference received including
interference that may cause undesired operation.
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a
Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits
are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference
in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate
radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with
manufacturer’s instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio
communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not
occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful
interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by
turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct
the interference by one or more of the following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from that to
which the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
The use of shielded cables for connection of the monitor to the graphics
card is required to assure compliance with FCC regulations. Changes or
modifications to this unit not expressly approved by the party
responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate
this equipment.
Canadian Department of Communications StatementCanadian Department of Communications Statement
Canadian Department of Communications Statement
Canadian Department of Communications StatementCanadian Department of Communications Statement
This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for radio noise
emissions from digital apparatus set out in the Radio Interference
Regulations of the Canadian Department of Communications.
This class B digital apparatus complies with CanadianThis class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian
This class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian
This class B digital apparatus complies with CanadianThis class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian
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Safety information
Electrical safetyElectrical safety
Electrical safety
Electrical safetyElectrical safety
• To prevent electrical shock hazard, disconnect the power cable from
the electrical outlet before relocating the system.
• When adding or removing devices to or from the system, ensure that
the power cables for the devices are unplugged before the signal
cables are connected. If possible, disconnect all power cables from the
existing system before you add a device.
• Before connecting or removing signal cables from the motherboard,
ensure that all power cables are unplugged.
• Seek professional assistance before using an adapter or extension
cord. These devices could interrupt the grounding circuit.
• Make sure that your power supply is set to the correct voltage in your
area. If you are not sure about the voltage of the electrical outlet you
are using, contact your local power company.
• If the power supply is broken, do not try to fix it by yourself. Contact
a qualified service technician or your retailer.
Operation safetyOperation safety
Operation safety
Operation safetyOperation safety
• Before installing the motherboard and adding devices on it, carefully
read all the manuals that came with the package.
• Before using the product, make sure all cables are correctly connected
and the power cables are not damaged. If you detect any damage,
contact your dealer immediately.
• To avoid short circuits, keep paper clips, screws, and staples away
from connectors, slots, sockets and circuitry.
• Avoid dust, humidity, and temperature extremes. Do not place the
product in any area where it may become wet.
• Place the product on a stable surface.
• If you encounter technical problems with the product, contact a
qualified service technician or your retailer.
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About this guide
Conventions used in this guideConventions used in this guide
Conventions used in this guide
Conventions used in this guideConventions used in this guide
To make sure that you perform certain tasks properly, take note of the
following symbols used throughout this guide.
WARNING. WARNING.
WARNING. Information to prevent injury to yourself when
WARNING. WARNING.
trying to complete a task.
CAUTION.CAUTION.
CAUTION. Information to prevent damage to the components
CAUTION.CAUTION.
when trying to complete a task.
IMPORTANT. IMPORTANT.
IMPORTANT. Information that you MUST follow to complete a
IMPORTANT. IMPORTANT.
task.
NOTE. NOTE.
NOTE. Tips and additional information to aid in completing a
NOTE. NOTE.
task.
Where to find more informationWhere to find more information
Where to find more information
Where to find more informationWhere to find more information
Refer to the following sources for additional information and for product
and software updates.
ASUS websitesASUS websites
1.
ASUS websites
ASUS websitesASUS websites
The ASUS websites worldwide provide updated information on ASUS
hardware and software products. Refer to the ASUS contact
information.
Optional documentationOptional documentation
2.
Optional documentation
Optional documentationOptional documentation
Your product package may include optional documentation, such as
warranty flyers, that may have been added by your dealer. These
documents are not part of the standard package.
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A7V400-MX SE specifications summary
CPUCPU
CPU
CPUCPU
ChipsetChipset
Chipset
ChipsetChipset
Front Side Bus (FSB)Front Side Bus (FSB)
Front Side Bus (FSB)
Front Side Bus (FSB)Front Side Bus (FSB)
MemoryMemory
Memory
MemoryMemory
Expansion slotsExpansion slots
Expansion slots
Expansion slotsExpansion slots
StorageStorage
Storage
StorageStorage
GraphicsGraphics
Graphics
GraphicsGraphics
Socket A for AMD Athlon™ XP/Sempron™ processors
Thoroughbred/Barton core support
VIA KM400A
VIA VT8237 (no RAID support)
400/333/266/200 MHz
2 x 184-pin DDR DIMM sockets support up to maximum
2 GB unbuffered DDR400*/333/266/200 non-ECC
DDR SDRAM memory
*may run only at 333 MHz (DDR333)
3 x PCI
1 x AGP 8X/4X (1.5V only)
• 2 x IDE connectors support up to four
UltraATA133/100/66 hard disk drives
• 2 x Serial ATA connectors support up to two
Serial ATA hard disk drives
Integrated VIA UniChrome™ 3D/2D graphics and
video controller
AudioAudio
Audio
AudioAudio
LANLAN
LAN
LANLAN
USBUSB
USB
USBUSB
HardwareHardware
Hardware
HardwareHardware
monitoringmonitoring
monitoring
monitoringmonitoring
Rear panel I/ORear panel I/O
Rear panel I/O
Rear panel I/ORear panel I/O
portsports
ports
portsports
InternalInternal
Internal
InternalInternal
connectorsconnectors
connectors
connectorsconnectors
AD1888 SoundMAX 6-channel audio CODEC
S/PDIF out interface
VIA VT6103 10/100 Mbps Ethernet LAN PHY
Supports up to eight USB 2.0 ports
Super I/O integrated monitoring of CPU/chassis fan
and MB/CPU temperature
1 x Parallel port
1 x Serial (COM1) port
1 x VGA port
1 x PS/2 keyboard port (purple)
1 x PS/2 mouse port (green)
1 x LAN (RJ-45) port
4 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports
6-channel audio ports
1 x Floppy disk drive connectors
2 x IDE connectors
2 x Serial ATA connectors
2 x USB connectors
1 x S/PDIF out connector
1 x GAME connector
1 x CD connector
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InternalInternal
Internal
InternalInternal
connectorsconnectors
connectors
connectorsconnectors
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BIOS featuresBIOS features
BIOS features
BIOS featuresBIOS features
Industry standardIndustry standard
Industry standard
Industry standardIndustry standard
ManageabilityManageability
Manageability
ManageabilityManageability
Support CDSupport CD
Support CD
Support CDSupport CD
contentscontents
contents
contentscontents
Form factorForm factor
Form factor
Form factorForm factor
1 x AUX connector
1 x Front panel audio connector
CPU/chassis fan connectors
ATX power connector
Panel connector
2 Mb Flash ROM, Phoenix Award BIOS, PnP, DMI2.0,
WfM2.0, SM BIOS 2.3,ASUS EZ Flash, ASUS CrashFree
BIOS, ASUS C.O.P. (CPU Overheating Protection)
PCI 2.2, USB 2.0/1.1
Wake on Ring (WOR), Wake on LAN (WOL)
Drivers
ASUS PC Probe
ASUS Live Update Utility
Award BIOS Flash Utility
Adobe Acrobat Reader
Anti-virus Utility (OEM version)
Microsoft® DirectX 9.0c
Micro-ATX form factor: 9.6 in x 9.6 in
* Specifications are subject to change without notice.
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This chapter describes the
motherboard features and the new
technologies it supports.
introduction
Product
1
1.1 Welcome!
®®
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Thank you for buying an ASUSThank you for buying an ASUS
Thank you for buying an ASUS
Thank you for buying an ASUSThank you for buying an ASUS
The motherboard delivers a host of new features and latest technologies,
making it another standout in the long line of ASUS quality motherboards!
Before you start installing the motherboard, and hardware devices on it,
check the items in your package with the list below.
®®
A7V400-MX SE motherboard! A7V400-MX SE motherboard!
A7V400-MX SE motherboard!
A7V400-MX SE motherboard! A7V400-MX SE motherboard!
1.2 Package contents
Check your motherboard package for the following items.
MotherboardMotherboard
Motherboard ASUS A7V400-MX SE motherboard
MotherboardMotherboard
CablesCables
Cables Serial ATA signal cable and Serial ATA power cable
CablesCables
Ultra DMA 133/100/66 cable
Floppy disk drive cable
AccessoriesAccessories
Accessories I/O shield
AccessoriesAccessories
Application CDsApplication CDs
Application CDs ASUS motherboard support CD
Application CDsApplication CDs
DocumentationDocumentation
Documentation User guide
DocumentationDocumentation
If any of the above items is damaged or missing, contact your retailer.
1.3 Special features
1.3.11.3.1
1.3.1
1.3.11.3.1
400 MHz FSB support 400 MHz FSB support
400 MHz FSB support
400 MHz FSB support 400 MHz FSB support
The motherboard comes with a Socket A that supports Athlon™ XP/
Sempron™ processor with up to 400 MHz front side bus frequency for
increased application productivity and enhanced digital multimedia
experience. See page 1-8.
VIA KM400A and VT8237 VIA KM400A and VT8237
VIA KM400A and VT8237
VIA KM400A and VT8237 VIA KM400A and VT8237
The VIA KM400A Northbridge and the VIA VT8237 Southbridge chipset
provides support for vital motherboard interfaces. The Northridge chip
features an integrated VIA Unichrome™ 2D/3D graphics core allowing
efficient execution of multimedia applications and playback support for
DVD video. The chipsets communicate at speeds of up to 533 MB/s using
the fast 8X V-Link connection.
Product highlightsProduct highlights
Product highlights
Product highlightsProduct highlights
The VT8237 chip provides native support for Serial ATA, USB, Parallel ATA,
LAN, and audio interfaces.
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DDR memory supportDDR memory support
DDR memory support
DDR memory supportDDR memory support
Employing the Double Data Rate (DDR) memory technology, the
motherboard supports up to 2 GB of system memory using DDR 333/266/
200 DIMMs. The fast 333 MHz memory bus delivers the required bandwidth
for the latest 3D graphics, multimedia, and Internet applications.
See page 1-9 for details.
Serial ATA technology Serial ATA technology
Serial ATA technology
Serial ATA technology Serial ATA technology
The motherboard supports the Serial ATA technology through the Serial ATA
connectors and the VIA VT8237R. The SATA specification allows for thinner,
more flexible cables with lower pin count, reduced voltage requirement, and
up to 150 MB/s data transfer rate. See page 1-22 for details.
Integrated Ethernet LAN controller Integrated Ethernet LAN controller
Integrated Ethernet LAN controller
Integrated Ethernet LAN controller Integrated Ethernet LAN controller
A 10/100Mbps Fast Ethernet controller is embedded in this motherboard
to give you a fast and reliable connection to a local area network (LAN)
and the Internet. See page 1-20.
SoundMax 6-channel audio SoundMax 6-channel audio
SoundMax 6-channel audio
SoundMax 6-channel audio SoundMax 6-channel audio
Onboard is the ADI SoundMax 5.1-channel audio CODEC. The SoundMAX
Digital Audio System is the industry’s highest performance and most
reliable audio solution for business professionals, audiophiles, musicians,
and gamers. SoundMAX Digital Audio System can output 5.1 channel
surround sound and features state-of-the-art DLS2 MIDI synthesizer and
supports all major game audio technologies. See page 1-20.
S/PDIF digital sound ready S/PDIF digital sound ready
S/PDIF digital sound ready
S/PDIF digital sound ready S/PDIF digital sound ready
The motherboard supports the S/PDIF Out function through the S/PDIF
connector at midboard. The S/PDIF technology turns your computer into a
high-end entertainment system with digital connectivity to powerful audio and
speaker systems. See page 1-25 for details.
USB 2.0 technology USB 2.0 technology
USB 2.0 technology
USB 2.0 technology USB 2.0 technology
The motherboard implements the Universal Serial Bus (USB) 2.0
specification, dramatically increasing the connection speed from the
12 Mbps bandwidth on USB 1.1 to a fast 480 Mbps on USB 2.0. USB 2.0 is
backward compatible with USB 1.1. See pages 1-20 and 1-23 for details.
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1.3.2
1.3.21.3.2
CrashFree BIOS CrashFree BIOS
CrashFree BIOS
CrashFree BIOS CrashFree BIOS
This feature allows you to restore the original BIOS data from a floppy disk
(with the original BIOS file and the AwardBIOS Flash Utility) in case the BIOS
file gets corrupted. This utility eliminates the need to buy a replacement
ROM chip. See page 2-4 for details.
ASUS EZ Flash BIOS ASUS EZ Flash BIOS
ASUS EZ Flash BIOS
ASUS EZ Flash BIOS ASUS EZ Flash BIOS
With the ASUS EZ Flash, you can easily update the system BIOS even
before loading the operating system. No need to use a DOS-based utility or
boot from a floppy disk. See page 2-4 for details.
ASUS C.O.P. (CPU Overheating Protection) ASUS C.O.P. (CPU Overheating Protection)
ASUS C.O.P. (CPU Overheating Protection)
ASUS C.O.P. (CPU Overheating Protection) ASUS C.O.P. (CPU Overheating Protection)
The ASUS C.O.P. (CPU Overheating Protection) is a hardware protection
circuit that automatically shuts down the system power before
temperatures go high enough to permanently damage the CPU. See page
2-26 for details.
Innovative ASUS featuresInnovative ASUS features
Innovative ASUS features
Innovative ASUS featuresInnovative ASUS features
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1.4 Before you proceed
Take note of the following precautions before you install motherboard
components or change any motherboard settings.
• Unplug the power cord from the wall socket before touching any
component.
• Use a grounded wrist strap or touch a safely grounded object or a
metal object, such as the power supply case, before handling
components to avoid damaging them due to static electricity
• Hold components by the edges to avoid touching the ICs on them.
• Whenever you uninstall any component, place it on a grounded
antistatic pad or in the bag that came with the component.
Before you install or remove any component, ensureBefore you install or remove any component, ensure
•
Before you install or remove any component, ensure
Before you install or remove any component, ensureBefore you install or remove any component, ensure
that the ATX power supply is switched off or thethat the ATX power supply is switched off or the
that the ATX power supply is switched off or the
that the ATX power supply is switched off or thethat the ATX power supply is switched off or the
power cord is detached from the power supply. power cord is detached from the power supply.
power cord is detached from the power supply. Failure
power cord is detached from the power supply. power cord is detached from the power supply.
to do so may cause severe damage to the motherboard, peripherals,
and/or components.
Onboard LEDOnboard LED
Onboard LED
Onboard LEDOnboard LED
The motherboard comes with a standby power LED that lights up to
indicate that the system is ON, in sleep mode, or in soft-off mode. This is a
reminder that you should shut down the system and unplug the power
cable before removing or plugging in any motherboard component. The
illustration below shows the location of the onboard LED.
SB_PWR
A7V400-MX SE
A7V400-MX SE Onboard LED
ON
Standby
Power
OFF
Powered
Off
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1.5 Motherboard overview
1.5.11.5.1
1.5.1
1.5.11.5.1
PS/2KBMS
T: Mouse
B: Keyboard
COM1
PARALLEL PORT
VGA1
USB12
LAN_USB34
Top:Line In
Center:Line Out
Below:Mic In
Motherboard layoutMotherboard layout
Motherboard layout
Motherboard layoutMotherboard layout
24.5cm (9.6in)
Socket 462
USBPWR12
USBPWR34
VIA
KM400A
Accelerated Graphics Port (AGP1)
CPU_FAN
DSW
FLOPPY
DDR DIMM1 (64 bit,184-pin module)
DDR DIMM2 (64 bit,184-pin module)
ATX Power Connector
PRI_IDE
SEC_IDE
24.5cm (9.6in)
VIA
VT6103
SPDIF
AD1888
FP_AUDIO
PCI1
A7V400-MX SE
PCI2
PCI3
CDAUX
USB56
CR2032 3V
Lithium Cell
CMOS Power
USB78
CLRTC
USBPWR56
USBPWR78
VIA
VT8237
SB_PWR
GAME
SATA2
SATA1
Super
I/O
ISA
2Mbit
CHA_FAN1
PANEL
BIOS
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1.5.21.5.2
1.5.2
1.5.21.5.2
When installing the motherboard, make sure that you place it into the
chassis in the correct orientation. The edge with external ports goes to the
rear part of the chassis as indicated in the image below.
Placement directionPlacement direction
Placement direction
Placement directionPlacement direction
1.5.31.5.3
1.5.3
1.5.31.5.3
Place eight (8) screws into the holes indicated by circles to secure the
motherboard to the chassis.
Place this side towardsPlace this side towards
Place this side towards
Place this side towardsPlace this side towards
the rear of the chassisthe rear of the chassis
the rear of the chassis
the rear of the chassisthe rear of the chassis
Screw holesScrew holes
Screw holes
Screw holesScrew holes
Do not overtighten the screws! Doing so can damage the motherboard.
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1.6 Central Processing Unit (CPU)
1.6.11.6.1
1.6.1
1.6.11.6.1
OverviewOverview
Overview
OverviewOverview
The motherboard has a Socket A for installation. The Athlon™/Sempron™
CPU has a “marked” corner. This corner is usually indicated with a notch,
and/or a golden square or triangle. Refer to this indicator when orienting
the CPU. A fan and heatsink should be installed on top of the CPU to
prevent overheating.
This motherboard does not support AMD processors with less than
1 GHz core speed.
CPU NOTCH
TO INNER
CORNER
LOCK
LEVER
A7V400-MX SE
AMD™ CPU
CPU NOTCH
A7V400-MX SE Socket 462
1.6.21.6.2
1.6.2
1.6.21.6.2
Installing the CPUInstalling the CPU
Installing the CPU
Installing the CPUInstalling the CPU
Follow these steps to install a CPU:
1. Locate the CPU socket. Open
the socket by pulling the lever
gently sideways away from the
socket, then lift the lever
upwards to a 90 to
100-degree angle.
2. Insert the CPU with the correct
orientation. The notched or
golden corner of the CPU must
be oriented toward the inner
corner of the socket base
nearest to the lever hinge.
Golden corner
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The CPU should drop easily into place. Do not force the CPU into the
socket to avoid bending the pins. If the CPU does not fit, check its
alignment and look for bent pins.
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1.7 System memory
1.7.11.7.1
1.7.1
1.7.11.7.1
OverviewOverview
Overview
OverviewOverview
The motherboard has two Double Data Rate (DDR) DIMM sockets that
support up to 2 GB unbuffered non-ECC DDR400*/333/266/200 DDR
SDRAM DIMMs. Each DIMM socket is double-sided.
A7V400-MX SE
A7V400-MX SE 184-pin DDR DIMM sockets
* You can install a DDR400 DIMM(s) on the slot(s). However, a DDR400
DIMM may only run at speeds of up to 333 MHz (DDR333).
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Memory configurationsMemory configurations
Memory configurations
Memory configurationsMemory configurations
You may install single or double-sided 64 MB, 128 MB, 256 MB, 512 MB,
and 1 GB DDR DIMMs to the sockets.
For optimum compatibility, it is recommended that you obtain memory
modules from qualified vendors. See the next page for a list of qualified
DDR400 and DDR333 DIMM vendors.
ASUS A7V400-MX SEASUS A7V400-MX SE
ASUS A7V400-MX SE
ASUS A7V400-MX SEASUS A7V400-MX SE
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DDR400 Qualified Vendors ListDDR400 Qualified Vendors List
DDR400 Qualified Vendors List
DDR400 Qualified Vendors ListDDR400 Qualified Vendors List
SizeSize
Size
SizeSize
256 MB KINGSTON KVR400X64C3A/256 N/A Hynix SS HY5DU56822BT-D43
512 MB KINGSTON KVR400X64C3A/512 N/A Hynix DS HY5DU56822BT-D43
256 MB KINGSTON KVR400X72C3A/256 N/A Mosel SS V58C2256804SAT5(ECC)
512 MB KINGSTON KVR400X72C3A/512 N/A Mosel DS V58C2256804SAT5(ECC)
256 MB KINGSTON KVR400X64C3A/256 N/A Infineon SS HYB25D256800BT-5B
512 MB KINGSTON KVR400X64C3A/512 N/A Infineon DS HYB25D256809BT-5B
256 MB KINGSTON KVR400X64C3A/256 N/A KINGSTON SS D3208DL2T-5
512 MB KINGSTON KHX3200A/512 N/A N/A DS N/A
1024 MB KINGSTON KVR400X64C3A/1G 3 N/A DS HYB25D512800BE-5B
1024 MB KINGSTON KHX3200ULK2/1G 2 N/A DS N/A
256 MB SAMSUNG M381L3223ETM-CCC 3ECC SAMSUNG SS K4H560838E-TCCC(ECC)
512 MB SAMSUNG M381L6423ETM-CCC N/A SAMSUNG DS K4H560838E-TCCC(ECC)
256 MB SAMSUNG M368L3223ETM-CCC N/A SAMSUNG SS K4H560838E-TCCC
256 MB SAMSUNG M368L3223FTN-CCC 3 SAMSUNG SS K4H560838F-TCCC
512 MB SAMSUNG M368L6423FTN-CCC 3 SAMSUNG DS K4H560838F-TCCC
512 MB SAMSUNG M368L6523BTM-CCC 3 SAMSUNG SS K4H510838B-TCCC
256 MB MICRON MT8VDDT3264AG-40BCB N/A MICRON SS MT46V32M8TG-5BC
512 MB MICRON MT16VDDT6464AG-40BCB N/A MICRON DS MT46V32M8TG-5BC
256 MB Infineon HYS64D32300HU-5-C 3 Infineon SS HYB25D256800CE-5C
512 MB Infineon HYS64D64320HU-5-C N/A Infineon DS HYB25D256800CE-5C
256 MB CORSAIR CMX256A-3200C2PT 2 Winbond SS W942508BH-5
512 MB CORSAIR CMX512-3200C2 2 Winbond DS N/A
512 MB CORSAIR VS512MB400 2.5 VALUE seLecT DS VS32M8-5
1024 MB CORSAIR TWINX2048-3200C2 3 N/A DS N/A
256 MB Hynix HYMD232645D8J-D43 3 Hynix SS HY5DU56822DT-D43
512 MB Hynix HYMD264646D8J-D43 3 Hynix DS HY5DU56822DT-D43
256 MB TwinMOS M2G9I08AIATT9F081AADT 2.5 TwinMOS SS TMD7608F8E50D
512 MB TwinMOS M2G9J16AJATT9F081AADT 2.5 TwinMOS DS TMD7608F8E50D
256 MB TwinMOS M2G9I08A8ATT9F081AADT 2.5 TwinMOS SS TMD7608F8E50D
512 MB TwinMOS M2G9J16A8ATT9F081AADT 2.5 TwinMOS DS TMD7608F8E50D
256 MB Transcend TS32MLD64V4F3 3 SAMSUNG SS K4H560838F-TCCC
512 MB Transcend TS64MLD64V4F3 3 SAMSUNG DS K4H560838F-TCCC
1024 MB Transcend TS128MLD64V4J 3 SAMSUNG DS K4H510838B-TCCC
256 MB Apacer 77.10636.33G 3 Infineon SS HYB25D256800CE-5C
512 MB Apacer 77.10736.33G 3 Infineon DS HYB25D256800CE-5C
256 MB Apacer 77.10639.60G 2.5 ProMOS SS V58C2256804SCT5B
512 MB Apacer 77.10739.60G 2.5 ProMOS DS V58C2256804SCT5B
256 MB A DATA MDOSS6F3G31Y0K1E0Z 3 SAMSUNG SS K4H560838E-TCCC
512 MB A DATA MDOSS6F3H41Y0N1E0Z 3 SAMSUNG DS K4H560838F-TCCC
256 MB A DATA MDOHY6F3G31Y0N1E0Z 3 Hynix SS HY5DU56822CT-D43
512 MB A DATA MDOHY6F3H41Y0N1E0Z 3 Hynix DS HY5DU56822CT-D43
256 MB A DATA MDOAD5F3G31Y0D1E02 2.5 N/A SS ADD8608A8A-5B
512 MB A DATA MDOAD5F3H41Y0D1E02 2.5 N/A DS ADD8608A8A-5B
256 MB Winbond W9425GCDB-5 3 Winbond SS W942508CH-5
512 MB Winbond W9451GCDB-5 N/A Winbond DS W942508CH-5
256 MB PSC AL5D8B53T-5B1K 2.5 PSC SS A2S56D30BTP
512 MB PSC AL6D8B53T-5B1K 2.5 PSC DS A2S56D30BTP
256 MB KINGMAX MPXB62D-38KT3R N/A N/A SS KDL388P4LA-50
512 MB KINGMAX MPXC22D-38KT3R N/A N/A DS KDL388P4LA-50
512 MB SAMSUNG M378T6553BG0-CD5 N/A N/A SS K4T51083QB-GCD5
VendorVendor
Vendor
VendorVendor
ModelModel
Model
ModelModel
CLCL
CL
CLCL
BrandBrand
Brand
BrandBrand
Side(s)Side(s)
Side(s)
Side(s)Side(s)
ComponentComponent
Component
ComponentComponent
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DDR400 Qualified Vendors List (continuation)
DDR400 Qualified Vendors List (continuation)DDR400 Qualified Vendors List (continuation)
SizeSize
Size
SizeSize
256 MB NANYA NT256D64S88C0G-5T 3 N/A SS NT5DS32M8CT-5T
512 MB NANYA NT512D64S8HC0G-5T 3 N/A DS NT5DS32M8CT-5T
256 MB BRAIN POWERB6U808-256M-SAM-400 N/A SAMSUNG SS K4H560838D-TCC4
512 MB BRAIN POWERB6U808-512M-SAM-400 N/A SAMSUNG DS K4H560838D-TCC4
256 MB CENTURY DXV6S8SSCCE3K27E N/A SAMSUNG SS K4H560838E-TCCC
512 MB CENTURY DXV2S8SSCCE3K27E N/A SAMSUNG DS K4H560838E-TCCC
256 MB CENTURY DXV6S8EL5BM3T27C N/A N/A SS DD2508AMTA
512 MB CENTURY DXV2S8EL5BM3T27C N/A N/A DS DD2508AMTA
256 MB elixir M2U25664DS88C3G-5T 3 elixir SS N2DS25680CT-5T
512 MB elixir M2U51264DS8HC1G-5T 3 elixir DS N2DS25680CT-5T
256 MB Kreton N/A N/A VT SS VT3225804T-5
512 MB Kreton N/A N/A VT DS VT3225804T-5
256 MB Veritech VT400FMV/2561103 3 VT SS VT56DD32M8PC-5
512 MB Veritech VT400FMV/5121003 3 VT DS VT56DD32M8PC-5
256 MB Pmi MD44256VIT3208GMHA01 2.5 MOSEL SS V58C2256804SAT5B
512 MB Pmi MD44512VIT3208GATA03 2.5 MOSEL DS V58C2256804SAT5B
256 MB ProMOS V826632K24SCTG-D0 2.5 N/A SS V58C2256804SCT5B
512 MB ProMOS V826664K24SCTG-D0 2.5 N/A DS V58C2256804SCT5B
256 MB Deutron AL5D8C53T-5B1T 2.5 PSC SS A2S56D30CTP
512 MB Deutron AL6D8C53T-5B1T 2.5 PSC DS A2S56D30CTP
256 MB GEIL GL5123200DC N/A N/A SS GL3LC32G88TG-35
512 MB GEIL GL1GB3200DC N/A N/A DS GL3LC32G88TG-35
256 MB GEIL GLX2563200UP N/A N/A SS GL3LC32G88TG-5A
256 MB GEIL GD3200-512DC N/A N/A SS WLCSP Package
256 MB crucial BL3264Z402.8TG 2 Ballistix SS N/A
512 MB crucial BL6464Z402.16TG 2 Ballistix DS N/A
256 MB Novax 96M425653CE-40TB6 2.5 CEON SS C2S56D30TP-5
512 MB Novax 96M451253CE-40TB6 2.5 CEON DS C2S56D30TP-5
VendorVendor
Vendor
VendorVendor
ModelModel
Model
ModelModel
CLCL
CL
CLCL
BrandBrand
Brand
BrandBrand
Side(s)Side(s)
Side(s)
Side(s)Side(s)
ComponentComponent
Component
ComponentComponent
Side(s)Side(s)
Side(s):
Side(s)Side(s)
CLCL
C L - CAS Latency
CLCL
SSSS
S S - Single-sided
SSSS
Visit the ASUS website for the latest DDR400 Qualified Vendors List.
DSDS
D S - Double-sided
DSDS
ASUS A7V400-MX SEASUS A7V400-MX SE
ASUS A7V400-MX SE
ASUS A7V400-MX SEASUS A7V400-MX SE
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DDR333 Qualified Vendors ListDDR333 Qualified Vendors List
DDR333 Qualified Vendors List
DDR333 Qualified Vendors ListDDR333 Qualified Vendors List
SizeSize
Size
SizeSize
256 MB NANYA NT256D64S88C0G-5T 3 N/A SS NT5DS32M8CT-5T
256 MB SAMSUNG M368L3223ETN-CB3 N/A SAMSUNG SS K4H560838E-TCB3
512 MB SAMSUNG M368L6423ETN-CB3 2.5 SAMSUNG DS K4H560838E-TCB3
256 MB SAMSUNG M381L3223ETM-CB3 2.5ECC SAMSUNG SS K4H560838E-TCB3(ECC)
512 MB SAMSUNG M381L6423ETM-CB3 2.5ECC SAMSUNG DS K4H560838E-TCB3(ECC)
256 MB SAMSUNG M368L3223FTN-CB3 2.5 SAMSUNG SS K4H560838F-TCB3
256 MB MICRON MT8VDDT3264AG-335CA 2.5 MICRON SS MT46V32M8TG-6TC
512 MB MICRON MT16VDDT6464AG-335CA 2.5 MICRON DS MT46V32M8TG-6TC
256 MB CORSAIR VS256MB333 2.5 VALUE seLecT SS VS32M8-6
512 MB CORSAIR VS512MB333 N/AVALUE seLecT DS VS32M8-6
256 MB KINGSTON KVR333X64C25/256 2.5 KINGSTON SS D3208DH1T-6
512 MB KINGSTON KVR333X64C25/512 2.5 KINGSTON DS D3208DH1T-6
256 MB PQI MD3456UPS N/A PQI SS PQ3D328S6-0246
512 MB TwinMos M2G5J16AJATT5F081AA4T 2.5 TwinMos DS TMD7608F8E60D
512 MB MOSEL MPMC225-383 N/A MOSEL DS V58C2256804SAT6
256 MB Transcend TS32MLD64V3F5 N/A SAMSUNG SS K4H560838F-TCCC
256 MB elixir M2U25664DS88C3G-6K 2.5 elixir SS N2DS25680CT-6K
512 MB elixir M2U51264DS8HC1G-6K 2.5 elixir DS N2DS25680CT-6K
256 MB Veritech VT333FMV/2561103 2.5 VT SS VT56DD32M8PC-6
512 MB Veritech VT333FMV/5121103 2.5 VT DS VT56DD32M8PC-6
256 MB NANYA NT256D64S88C0G-6K 2.5 N/A SS NT5DS32M8CT-6K
512 MB NANYA NT512D64S8HC0G-6K 2.5 N/ A DS NT5DS32M8CT-6K
1024 MB NANYA NT1GD64S8HA0F-6K 2.5-3-3 HANYA DS NT5DS64M8AF-6K
VendorVendor
Vendor
VendorVendor
ModelModel
Model
ModelModel
CLCL
CL
CLCL
BrandBrand
Brand
BrandBrand
Side(s)Side(s)
Side(s)
Side(s)Side(s)
ComponentComponent
Component
ComponentComponent
Side(s)Side(s)
Side(s):
Side(s)Side(s)
CLCL
C L - CAS Latency
CLCL
SSSS
S S - Single-sided
SSSS
Visit the ASUS website for the latest DDR333 Qualified Vendors List.
DSDS
D S - Double-sided
DSDS
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