Asus A7VT400 User Manual
Terminator 1
Barebone System
Model A7VT400
E2030E2030
E2030
E2030E2030
Revised Edition V2Revised Edition V2
Revised Edition V2
Revised Edition V2Revised Edition V2
March 2005March 2005
March 2005
March 2005March 2005
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Table of contents
Notices ................................................................................................ vi
Safety information ............................................................................. vii
About this guide ............................................................................... viii
System package contents ................................................................... x
Chapter 1: Chapter 1:
Chapter 1:
Chapter 1: Chapter 1:
1.1 Welcome! .............................................................................. 1-2
1.2 Front panel ........................................................................... 1-2
1.3 Rear panel ............................................................................. 1-4
1.4 Internal components ............................................................ 1-6
Chapter 2: Chapter 2:
Chapter 2:
Chapter 2: Chapter 2:
2.1 Preparation ........................................................................... 2-2
2.2 Before you proceed .............................................................. 2-2
2.3 Removing the cover ............................................................. 2-3
2.4 Detaching the drive frame .................................................... 2-4
2.5 Installing a CPU ..................................................................... 2-6
2.6 Installing the fan and heatsink assembly .............................. 2-8
2.7 Installing system memory .................................................. 2-10
2.7.1 Memory configurations ......................................... 2-10
2.7.2 DIMM installation ................................................... 2-11
System introductionSystem introduction
System introduction
System introductionSystem introduction
Basic installationBasic installation
Basic installation
Basic installationBasic installation
2.8 Installing an expansion card ............................................... 2-12
2.8.1 Expansion slots ..................................................... 2-12
2.8.2 Expansion card installation ................................... 2-13
2.8.3 Configuring an expansion card.............................. 2-13
2.8.4 Standard interrupt assignments ........................... 2-14
2.8.5 IRQ assignments for this motherboard ................. 2-14
2.9 Installing a CD-ROM drive ................................................... 2-15
2.10 Installing a hard disk drive .................................................. 2-17
2.11 Reconnecting cables ........................................................... 2-19
2.11.1 LED cables ............................................................ 2-19
2.11.2 UAEX module ........................................................ 2-20
2.12 Replacing the cover ............................................................ 2-21
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2.13 Connecting external devices .............................................. 2-23
2.14 Power supply specifications ............................................... 2-24
2.14.1 Input Characteristics ............................................ 2-24
2.14.2 Output Characteristics ......................................... 2-24
2.14.3 Over-Voltage Protection (OVP) ............................ 2-24
Chapter 3: Starting upChapter 3: Starting up
Chapter 3: Starting up
Chapter 3: Starting upChapter 3: Starting up
3.1 Installing an operating system ............................................. 3-2
3.2 Support CD information ........................................................ 3-2
3.2.1 Running the support CD ......................................... 3-2
3.2.2 Utilities menu .......................................................... 3-3
3.2.3 ASUS Contact information ...................................... 3-4
3.2.4 Other information ................................................... 3-5
3.3 Software information ........................................................... 3-7
3.3.1 ASUS PC Probe ....................................................... 3-7
3.3.2 ASUS Update ........................................................ 3-11
Chapter 4: Motherboard infoChapter 4: Motherboard info
Chapter 4: Motherboard info
Chapter 4: Motherboard infoChapter 4: Motherboard info
4.1 Introduction .......................................................................... 4-2
4.2 Motherboard layout .............................................................. 4-2
4.3 Jumpers ................................................................................ 4-3
4.4 Connectors ........................................................................... 4-6
Chapter 5: BIOS informationChapter 5: BIOS information
Chapter 5: BIOS information
Chapter 5: BIOS informationChapter 5: BIOS information
5.1 Managing and updating your BIOS ........................................ 5-2
5.1.1 Creating a bootable floppy disk .............................. 5-2
5.1.2 Updating the BIOS using the AwardBIOS
Flash Utility ............................................................. 5-3
5.1.3 Recovering the BIOS with CrashFree BIOS .............. 5-6
5.1.4 ASUS Update .......................................................... 5-7
5.2 BIOS Setup program ............................................................. 5-8
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5.2.1 BIOS menu bar ........................................................ 5-9
5.2.2 Legend bar ............................................................. 5-9
Table of contents
5.3 Main Menu........................................................................... 5-11
5.3.1 System Time ......................................................... 5-11
5.3.2 System Date ......................................................... 5-11
5.3.3 Legacy Diskette A ................................................5-11
5.3.4 Installed Memory .................................................. 5-11
5.3.5 Primary and Secondary Master/Slave ................... 5-12
5.4 Advanced Menu .................................................................. 5-13
5.4.1 CPU configuration ................................................. 5-14
5.4.2 Memory configuration ........................................... 5-15
5.4.3 Chipset configuration ........................................... 5-16
5.4.4 PCIPnP ................................................................... 5-18
5.4.5 Onboard device configuration ............................. 5-19
5.4.6 USB configuration ................................................ 5-21
5.5 Power Menu ........................................................................ 5-22
5.5.1 APM configuration ................................................ 5-23
5.5.2 Hardware monitor ................................................. 5-26
5.6 Boot Menu .......................................................................... 5-28
5.6.1 Boot Device Priority .............................................. 5-28
5.6.2 Removable drives ................................................. 5-29
5.6.3 Hard Disk Drives ................................................... 5-29
5.6.4 CD-ROM drives ...................................................... 5-30
5.6.5 Boot settings configuration .................................. 5-30
5.6.6 Security ................................................................ 5-32
5.7 Exit menu ........................................................................... 5-33
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Notices
Federal Communications Commission StatementFederal Communications Commission Statement
Federal Communications Commission Statement
Federal Communications Commission StatementFederal Communications Commission Statement
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to
the following two conditions:
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This device may not cause harmful interference, and
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This device must accept any interference received including interference
that may cause undesired operation.
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a
Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are
designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a
residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio
frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with
manufacturer’s instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio
communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not
occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful
interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by
turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct
the interference by one or more of the following measures:
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Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
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Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
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Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from that to
which the receiver is connected.
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Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
WARNING!WARNING!
WARNING! The use of shielded cables for connection of the monitor to
WARNING!WARNING!
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 Canadian ICES-003.This class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
This class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
This class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.This class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
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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.
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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.
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If the power supply is broken, do not try to fix it by yourself. Contact a
qualified service technician or your retailer.
Operation safetyOperation safety
Operation safety
Operation safetyOperation safety
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Before installing devices into the system, carefully read all the
documentation that came with the package.
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Before using the product, make sure all cables are correctly connected
and the power cables are not damaged. If you detect any damage,
contact your dealer immediately.
•
To avoid short circuits, keep paper clips, screws, and staples away from
connectors, slots, sockets and circuitry.
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Avoid dust, humidity, and temperature extremes. Do not place the
product in any area where it may become wet. Place the product on a
stable surface.
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If you encounter technical problems with the product, contact a qualified
service technician or your retailer.
Lithium-Ion Battery WarningLithium-Ion Battery Warning
Lithium-Ion Battery Warning
Lithium-Ion Battery WarningLithium-Ion Battery Warning
CAUTIONCAUTION
CAUTION: Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced.
CAUTIONCAUTION
Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the
manufacturer. Dispose of used batteries according to the
manufacturerís instructions.
VORSICHTVORSICHT
VORSICHT: Explosionsgetahr bei unsachgemäßen Austausch der
VORSICHTVORSICHT
Batterie. Ersatz nur durch denselben oder einem vom Hersteller
empfohlenem ähnljchen Typ. Entsorgung gebrauchter Batterien nach
Angaben des Herstellers.
LASER PRODUCT WARNINGLASER PRODUCT WARNING
LASER PRODUCT WARNING
LASER PRODUCT WARNINGLASER PRODUCT WARNING
CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCTCLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT
CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT
CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCTCLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT
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About this guide
AudienceAudience
Audience
AudienceAudience
This guide provides general information and installation instructions about
the ASUS Terminator 1 barebone system. This guide is intended for
experienced users and integrators with hardware knowledge of personal
computers.
How this guide is organizedHow this guide is organized
How this guide is organized
How this guide is organizedHow this guide is organized
This guide contains the following parts:
1.1.
Chapter 1: System introductionChapter 1: System introduction
1.
Chapter 1: System introduction
1.1.
Chapter 1: System introductionChapter 1: System introduction
This chapter gives a general description of the ASUS Terminator 1.
The chapter lists the system features, including introduction on the
front and rear panel, and internal components.
2.2.
Chapter 2: Basic installationChapter 2: Basic installation
2.
Chapter 2: Basic installation
2.2.
Chapter 2: Basic installationChapter 2: Basic installation
This chapter provides step-by-step instructions on how to install
components in the system.
3.3.
Chapter 3: Starting upChapter 3: Starting up
3.
Chapter 3: Starting up
3.3.
Chapter 3: Starting upChapter 3: Starting up
This chapter helps you power up the system and install drivers and
utilities from the support CD.
4.4.
Chapter 4: Motherboard informationChapter 4: Motherboard information
4.
Chapter 4: Motherboard information
4.4.
Chapter 4: Motherboard informationChapter 4: Motherboard information
This chapter gives information about the motherboard that comes
with the system. This chapter includes the motherboard layout,
jumper settings, and connector locations.
5.5.
Chapter 5: BIOS informationChapter 5: BIOS information
5.
Chapter 5: BIOS information
5.5.
Chapter 5: BIOS informationChapter 5: BIOS information
This chapter tells how to change system settings through the BIOS
Setup menus and describes the BIOS parameters.
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Conventions used in this guideConventions used in this guide
Conventions used in this guide
Conventions used in this guideConventions used in 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: Instructions 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.
1.1.
ASUS WebsitesASUS Websites
1.
ASUS Websites
1.1.
ASUS WebsitesASUS Websites
The ASUS websites worldwide provide updated information on ASUS
hardware and software products. Refer to the ASUS contact
information.
2.2.
Optional DocumentationOptional Documentation
2.
Optional Documentation
2.2.
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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System package contents
Check your Terminator 1 system package for the following items.
If any of the items is damaged or missing, contact your retailer
immediately.
Item descriptionItem description
Item description
Item descriptionItem description
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ASUS motherboard
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165 W PFC/non-PFC power supply unit
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2 x 5.25” drive bays
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1 x 3.5” hard disk drive bay
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4 x USB 2.0 ports
2.2.
CableCable
2.
Cable
2.2.
CableCable
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AC power cable and plug
3.3.
Support CDSupport CD
3.
Support CD
3.3.
Support CDSupport CD
4.4.
User guideUser guide
4.
User guide
4.4.
User guideUser guide
5.5.
Optional itemsOptional items
5.
Optional items
5.5.
Optional itemsOptional items
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1 x Floppy disk drive
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CPU fan and heatsink assembly
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Optical drive
(CD-ROM/CD-RW/DVD-ROM/DVD-RW)
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Chapter 1
This chapter gives a general
description of the ASUS
Terminator 1 A7VT400. The
chapter lists the system features
including introduction on the front
and rear panel, and internal
components.
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System introduction
1.1 Welcome!
Thank you for choosing the ASUS Terminator 1 A7VT400!
The ASUS Terminator 1 A7VT400 is an all-in-one barebone system with a
versatile home entertainment feature.
The system comes in a stylish mini-tower casing, and is powered by the
ASUS motherboard that supports AMD Sempron™ processors.
1.2 Front panel
The ASUS Terminator 1 A7VT400 barebone system is composed of the
ASUS motherboard and a power supply unit in the ASUS TriOptix form
factor chassis.
The CD-ROM drive and the floppy disk drive are optional items.
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Optical drive. Optical drive.
1.
Optical drive. This is an optional IDE optical drive.
1.1.
Optical drive. Optical drive.
2.2.
Empty 5.25-inch drive bay. Empty 5.25-inch drive bay.
2.
Empty 5.25-inch drive bay. This covered slot is for a second
2.2.
Empty 5.25-inch drive bay. Empty 5.25-inch drive bay.
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Floppy drive door. Floppy drive door.
3.
Floppy drive door. This is for an optional 1.44 MB, 3.5-inch floppy
3.3.
Floppy drive door. Floppy drive door.
disk drive.
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4.4.
Power button. Power button.
4.
Power button. Press this button to turn the system on.
4.4.
Power button. Power button.
5.5.
Power LED. Power LED.
5.
Power LED. This LED lights up to indicate that the system is ON.
5.5.
Power LED. Power LED.
6.6.
HDD LED. HDD LED.
6.
HDD LED. This LED lights up when data is being read from or written
6.6.
HDD LED. HDD LED.
to the hard disk drive.
7.7.
Front panel I/O door.Front panel I/O door.
7.
Front panel I/O door. Flip up this door to show the front panel
7.7.
Front panel I/O door.Front panel I/O door.
input/output ports.
8.8.
USB 2.0 ports. USB 2.0 ports.
8.
USB 2.0 ports. These Universal Serial Bus 2.0 (USB 2.0) ports are
8.8.
USB 2.0 ports. USB 2.0 ports.
available for connecting USB 2.0 devices such as a mouse, printer,
scanner, camera, PDA, and others.
9.9.
Headphone port. Headphone port.
9.
Headphone port. This port connects a headphone with a stereo
9.9.
Headphone port. Headphone port.
mini-plug.
10.10.
Microphone port. Microphone port.
10.
Microphone port. This Mic (pink) port connects a microphone.
10.10.
Microphone port. Microphone port.
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1.3 Rear panel
The system rear panel includes the power socket and several I/O ports that
allow convenient connection of devices.
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GAME/MIDI port. GAME/MIDI port.
1.
GAME/MIDI port. This port connects a joystick or game pad for
1.1.
GAME/MIDI port. GAME/MIDI port.
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Voltage selector
Voltage selectorVoltage selector
playing games, and MIDI devices for audio editing.
2.2.
Serial port. Serial port.
2.
Serial port. This port connects a mouse, modem, or other devices
2.2.
Serial port. Serial port.
that conform with serial specification.
3.3.
PS/2 mouse port. PS/2 mouse port.
3.
PS/2 mouse port. This green 6-pin connector is for a PS/2 mouse.
3.3.
PS/2 mouse port. PS/2 mouse port.
4.4.
PS/2 keyboard port.PS/2 keyboard port.
4.
PS/2 keyboard port. This purple 6-pin connector is for a PS/2
4.4.
PS/2 keyboard port.PS/2 keyboard port.
keyboard.
5.5.
VGA port. VGA port.
5.
VGA port. This port connects a VGA monitor.
5.5.
VGA port. VGA port.
6.6.
Line Out port. Line Out port.
6.
Line Out port. This Line Out (lime) port connects a headphone or a
6.6.
Line Out port. Line Out port.
speaker. In 4/6-channel mode, the function of this port becomes
Front Speaker Out.
7.7.
Line In port.Line In port.
7.
Line In port. This Line In (light blue) port connects a tape player or
7.7.
Line In port.Line In port.
other audio sources. In 6-channel mode, the function of this port
becomes Low Frequency Enhanced Output/Center.
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8.8.
Microphone port.Microphone port.
8.
Microphone port. This Microphone (pink) port connects a
8.8.
Microphone port.Microphone port.
microphone. In 4/6-channel mode, the function of this port becomes
Surround Speaker.
The functions of the Line Out (lime), Line In (blue), and Mic (pink) ports
on the rear panel change when you select the 4-channel or 6-channel
audio configuration as shown in the following table.
Audio ports function variationAudio ports function variation
Audio ports function variation
Audio ports function variationAudio ports function variation
PortPort
Port
PortPort
Light Blue Line In Line In LFE Output*/Center
Lime Line Out Front Speaker Out Front Speaker Out
Pink Mic In Surround Surround
* LFE Output: Low Frequency Enhanced Output* LFE Output: Low Frequency Enhanced Output
* LFE Output: Low Frequency Enhanced Output
* LFE Output: Low Frequency Enhanced Output* LFE Output: Low Frequency Enhanced Output
Windows® 98 SE only supports 4.1-channel speaker setting.
9.9.
LAN (RJ-45) port. LAN (RJ-45) port.
9.
LAN (RJ-45) port. This port allows connection to a Local Area
9.9.
LAN (RJ-45) port. LAN (RJ-45) port.
Headphone/Headphone/
Headphone/
Headphone/Headphone/
2-Channel2-Channel
2-Channel
2-Channel2-Channel
4-Channel4-Channel
4-Channel
4-Channel4-Channel
6-Channel6-Channel
6-Channel
6-Channel6-Channel
Network (LAN) through a network hub.
10.10.
USB 2.0 ports. USB 2.0 ports.
10.
USB 2.0 ports. These Universal Serial Bus 2.0 (USB 2.0) ports are
10.10.
USB 2.0 ports. USB 2.0 ports.
available for connecting USB 2.0 devices such as a mouse, printer,
scanner, camera, PDA, and others.
11.11.
Parallel port. Parallel port.
11.
Parallel port. This 25-pin port connects a printer, scanner, or other
11.11.
Parallel port. Parallel port.
devices.
12.12.
Power socket.Power socket.
12.
Power socket. This socket connects the power cable and plug.
12.12.
Power socket.Power socket.
13.13.
Voltage selector.Voltage selector.
13.
Voltage selector. This switch allows you to select the appropriate
13.13.
Voltage selector.Voltage selector.
voltage supply in your area.
Voltage SelectorVoltage Selector
Voltage Selector
Voltage SelectorVoltage Selector
The switching power supply that came with the system has a voltage
selector switch below the power socket. Use this switch to select the
appropriate voltage according to the voltage supply in your area.
If the voltage supply in your area is 100-127 V, set the switch to 115 V.
If the voltage supply in your area is 200-240 V, set the switch to 230 V.
Setting the switch to 115 V in a 230 V environment will seriously
damage the system!
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1.4 Internal components
The figure below shows the internal view of the system when you remove
the cover and flip out the drive frame. The standard components already
installed in the system and the locations of the available drive bays are
pointed out.
The system may come with either a PFC (Power Factor Correction) or
non-PFC power supply.
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2. Motherboard
3. Two 5.25” drive bays
(Optional CD-ROM)
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4. 3.5” HDD drive bay
5. 3.5” floppy drive bay
(Optional floppy disk drive)
6. PFC/Non-PFC power supply
7. USB/audio board
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Chapter 2
This chapter gives step-by-step instructions
on how to install components into the
barebone system.
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2.1 Preparation
Before you proceed, make sure that you have all the components that you
plan to install in the system.
Basic components to installBasic components to install
Basic components to install
Basic components to installBasic components to install
1. Central processing unit (CPU)
2. DDR Dual Inline Memory Module (DIMM)
3. Expansion card(s)
4. Hard disk drive
5. Optical drive
ToolTool
Tool
ToolTool
Phillips (cross) screw driver
2.2 Before you proceed
Take note of the following precautions before you install components into
the system.
• 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.
The motherboard comes with an onboard standby power LED. This LED
lights up to indicate that the system is ON, in sleep mode or in soft-off
mode, and not powered OFF. Unplug the power cable from the power outlet
and make sure that the standby power LED is OFF before installing any
system component.
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Onboard LED
SB_PWR
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ON
Standby
Power
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Powered
Off
2.3 Removing the cover
The chassis cover is secured by a screw located on the rear panel.
To remove the chassis cover:
1. Turn the screw
counterclockwise to release
the cover. Set the screw
aside.
Screw
2. Place your hands on both
corners of the front panel, just
beside the CD-ROM frame.
Push on the CD-ROM area with
your thumbs until the cover
tilts forward.
TIPTIP
TIP
TIPTIP
Another way to release the cover is
to place your hands underneath the
front panel edge, then push the
inner chassis with your thumbs
while pulling the panel with your
other fingers.
3. While supporting the front
panel with one hand, place
your other hand on the top
rear edge of the cover and
carefully lift the cover from
the chassis.
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2.4 Detaching the drive frame
To detach the drive frame:
1. Place the chassis on a flat
surface and turn it on its side.
2. The power socket and voltage
selector switch are attached to
a metal module secured to the
rear panel by a screw. Remove
the screw to release the power
socket module.
Power socket modulePower socket module
Power socket module
Power socket modulePower socket module
PowerPower
Power
PowerPower
socketsocket
socket
socketsocket
modulemodule
module
modulemodule
screwscrew
screw
screwscrew
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You must release the power socket module from the rear panel before
detaching the drive frame to avoid breaking the power cable.
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3. Place your thumb on the right
edge of the power socket
module, then slide the module
to the right until it is
completely detached from the
rear panel.
4. Unlatch the drive frame by
pulling it outward.
Drive frameDrive frame
Drive frame
Drive frameDrive frame
Swivel edgeSwivel edge
Swivel edge
Swivel edgeSwivel edge
The drive frame has a swivel (hinge-like) edge that is attached to the
main chassis. You do not have to completely detach the drive frame
from the chassis when installing components.
5. Carefully lay the drive frame
alongside the main chassis
frame.
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2.5 Installing a CPU
The motherboard comes with a surface mount 462-pin Zero Insertion
Force (ZIF) socket designed for the AMD Sempron™ processor.
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Gold
Take note of the marked corner (with
gold triangle) on the CPU. This mark
should match a specific corner on the
socket to ensure correct installation.
CPU installationCPU installation
CPU installation
CPU installationCPU installation
To install the CPU:
1. Locate the 462-pin ZIF socket on the motherboard.
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triangletriangle
triangle
triangletriangle
CPU socket 462
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CPU NOTCHLOCK
AMD™ CPU
CPU NOTCH
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2. Unlock the socket by pressing
the lever sideways, then lift it up
to a 90°-100° angle.
Socket leverSocket lever
Socket lever
Socket leverSocket lever
Make sure that the socket lever is lifted up to a 90°-100° angle;
otherwise, the CPU does not fit in completely.
3. Position the CPU above the
socket such that the CPU corner
with the gold triangle matches
the base of the socket lever.
90°-100°90°-100°
90°-100°
90°-100°90°-100°
angleangle
angle
angleangle
4. 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 prevent bending the pins and damaging the CPU!
5. When the CPU is in place, push
down the socket lever to secure
the CPU. The lever clicks on the
side tab to indicate that it is
locked.
Gold triangleGold triangle
Gold triangle
Gold triangleGold triangle
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2.6 Installing the fan and heatsink assembly
The CPU fan and heatsink assembly is an optional item in the
Terminator 1 barebone system package.
The processor requires a CPU fan and heatsink assembly to ensure
optimum thermal condition and system performance.
• Make sure that you properly install the CPU fan and heatsink to avoid
thermal problems.
• Use only AMD-certified fan and heatsink assembly.
• Make sure that you have installed the motherboard to the chassis
before you install the CPU fan and heatsink.
To install the CPU fan and heatsink:
1. Position the fan and heatsink
assembly on top of the
installed CPU such that the
heatsink fins are perpendicular
to the DDR sockets and PCI
slots.
2. Align one end of the heatsink
bracket to the protruding tabs
on the CPU socket. Hook the
holes of the bracket to the
protruding tabs, making sure
that they fit properly.
Socket tabs matched to theSocket tabs matched to the
Socket tabs matched to the
Socket tabs matched to theSocket tabs matched to the
holes on the heatsink bracketholes on the heatsink bracket
holes on the heatsink bracket
holes on the heatsink bracketholes on the heatsink bracket
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3. Using a flat screwdriver,
carefully hook the other end of
the heatsink bracket to the
tabs on the base of the CPU
socket. This secures the fan
and heatsink assembly.
Heatsink bracketHeatsink bracket
Heatsink bracket
Heatsink bracketHeatsink bracket
Socket tabsSocket tabs
Socket tabs
Socket tabsSocket tabs
4. Connect the CPU fan cable
from the assembly to the fan
connector labeled CPU_FAN1.
CPU fan connectorCPU fan connector
CPU fan connector
CPU fan connectorCPU fan connector
(CPU_FAN1)(CPU_FAN1)
(CPU_FAN1)
(CPU_FAN1)(CPU_FAN1)
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2.7 Installing system memory
The motherboard comes with two Double Data Rate (DDR) Dual Inline
Memory Module (DIMM) sockets. These sockets support up to 2 GB system
memory using unbuffered ECC or non-ECC PC2700/PC2100/PC1600
DIMMs.
80 Pins104 Pins
DIMM2
DIMM1
184-Pin DDR DIMM sockets
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2.7.1
2.7.12.7.1
Memory configurationsMemory configurations
Memory configurations
Memory configurationsMemory configurations
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You may install any DDR DIMMs with 64 MB, 128 MB, 256 MB, 512 MB, and
1 GB densities into the DIMM sockets.
Memory frequency/CPU FSB synchronizationMemory frequency/CPU FSB synchronization
Memory frequency/CPU FSB synchronization
Memory frequency/CPU FSB synchronizationMemory frequency/CPU FSB synchronization
CPU FSBCPU FSB
CPU FSB
CPU FSBCPU FSB
100 MHz PC2100/PC1600 266/200 MHz
133MHz PC2700/PC2100/PC1600 333/266/200 MHz
166 MHz PC2700/PC2100/PC1600 333/266/200 MHz
200 MHz PC2700/PC2100/PC1600 333/266/200 MHz
DDR DIMM TypeDDR DIMM Type
DDR DIMM Type
DDR DIMM TypeDDR DIMM Type
Memory FrequencyMemory Frequency
Memory Frequency
Memory FrequencyMemory Frequency
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•
When using 100 MHz CPU FSB, any DDR DIMM you installed may run
only at a maximum of 266 MHz due to chipset limitation.
•
If you are using CPU FSB other than 100 MHz and installed
400 MHz DDR DIMMs, the memory frequency downgrades to
333 MHz.
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2.7.2
2.7.22.7.2
DIMM installationDIMM installation
DIMM installation
DIMM installationDIMM installation
To install a DDR DIMM:
1. Locate the two DIMM sockets
on the motherboard.
2. Unlock a socket by pressing
the retaining clips outward.
3. Align a DIMM on the socket
such that the notch on the
DIMM matches the break on
the socket.
DDR DIMM socketsDDR DIMM sockets
DDR DIMM sockets
DDR DIMM socketsDDR DIMM sockets
DIMM notchDIMM notch
DIMM notch
DIMM notchDIMM notch
4. Firmly insert the DIMM into the
socket until the retaining clips
snap back in place and the
DIMM is properly seated.
A DDR DIMM is keyed with a notch so that it fits in only one direction.
DO NOT force a DIMM into a socket to avoid damaging the DIMM.
Socket breakSocket break
Socket break
Socket breakSocket break
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2.8 Installing an expansion card
In the future, you may need to install expansion cards. The motherboard
has one 32-bit PCI slot and one Accelerated Graphic Port (AGP) slot. The
following sub-sections describe the slots and the expansion cards that they
support.
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2.8.1
2.8.12.8.1
PCI slotPCI slot
PCI slot
PCI slotPCI slot
The PCI slot supports PCI slots such as a LAN card, SCSI card, USB card,
and other cards that comply with PCI specifications
AGP slotAGP slot
AGP slot
AGP slotAGP slot
The AGP slot supports AGP 8x cards. When you buy an AGP card, make
sure that you ask for one with 1.5V specification.
Expansion slotsExpansion slots
Expansion slots
Expansion slotsExpansion slots
Install only +1.5V AGP cards. The motherboard does not support 3.3V
AGP cards.
Make sure to unplug the power cord before adding or removing
expansion cards. Failure to do so may cause you physical injury and
damage the motherboard.
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To install a PCI or AGP card.
1. Place the chassis on its side.
2. Remove the metal bracket
opposite the slot that you wish
to use.
3. Align the card golden fingers
to the slot and its metal
bracket to the slot opening on
the chassis.
4. Press the card firmly until it is
properly seated on the slot.
5. Secure the card to the chassis
with a bracket screw.
Expansion card installationExpansion card installation
Expansion card installation
Expansion card installationExpansion card installation
Metal bracketMetal bracket
Metal bracket
Metal bracketMetal bracket
PCI slot (PCI1)PCI slot (PCI1)
PCI slot (PCI1)
PCI slot (PCI1)PCI slot (PCI1)
AGP slot (AGP1)AGP slot (AGP1)
AGP slot (AGP1)
AGP slot (AGP1)AGP slot (AGP1)
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2.8.32.8.3
After installing the expansion card, configure it by adjusting the software
settings.
1. Turn on the system and change the necessary BIOS settings, if any.
See Chapter 5 for information on BIOS setup.
2. Install the software drivers for the expansion card.
Configuring an expansion cardConfiguring an expansion card
Configuring an expansion card
Configuring an expansion cardConfiguring an expansion card
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2.8.4
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Standard interrupt assignmentsStandard interrupt assignments
Standard interrupt assignments
Standard interrupt assignmentsStandard interrupt assignments
IRQIRQ
IRQ
IRQIRQ
0 1 System Timer
1 2 Keyboard Controller
2 N/A Programmable Interrupt
3* 11 USB Universal Host Controller
4* 12 Communications Port (COM1)
5* 13 USB Enhanced Host Controller
6 14 Standard Floppy Disk Controller
7* 15 Printer Port (LPT1)
8 3 System CMOS/Real Time Clock
9* 4 ACPI Mode when used
10* 5 Multimedia Device
11* 6 Network Controller
12* 7 PS/2 Compatible Mouse Port
13 8 Numeric Data Processor
14* 9 Primary IDE Channel
15* 10 Secondary IDE Channel
* These IRQs are usually available for ISA or PCI devices.* These IRQs are usually available for ISA or PCI devices.
* These IRQs are usually available for ISA or PCI devices.
* These IRQs are usually available for ISA or PCI devices.* These IRQs are usually available for ISA or PCI devices.
PriorityPriority
Priority
PriorityPriority
Standard FunctionStandard Function
Standard Function
Standard FunctionStandard Function
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PCI slot — used — — — — — —
AGP slot used — — — — — — —
USB 1.1 UHCI 1 — — — — shared — — —
USB 1.1 UHCI 1 — — — — — used — —
USB 1.1 UHCI 1 — — — — — — shared —
USB 2.0 EHCI — — — — — — — used
Onboard Audio — — — — — — shared —
Onboard LAN — — — — shared — — —
IRQ assignments for this motherboardIRQ assignments for this motherboard
IRQ assignments for this motherboard
IRQ assignments for this motherboardIRQ assignments for this motherboard
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