Asus A8R32-MVP DELUXE User Manual

A8R32-MVP
Deluxe
Motherboard
E2709E2709
E2709
E2709E2709
Revised Edition V4Revised Edition V4
Revised Edition V4
Revised Edition V4Revised Edition V4 July 2006July 2006
July 2006
July 2006July 2006
Copyright © 2006 ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. All Rights Reserved.Copyright © 2006 ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. All Rights Reserved.
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Contents
Notices ............................................................................................... vii
Safety information ............................................................................ viii
About this guide ................................................................................. ix
A8R32-MVP Deluxe specifications summary ...................................... xi
Chapter 1:Chapter 1:
Chapter 1:
Chapter 1:Chapter 1:
1.1 Welcome! .............................................................................. 1-1
1.2 Package contents ................................................................. 1-1
1.3 Special features .................................................................... 1-2
1.3.1 Product highlights................................................... 1-2
1.3.2 Innovative ASUS features ....................................... 1-4
Chapter 2:Chapter 2:
Chapter 2:
Chapter 2:Chapter 2:
2.1 Before you proceed .............................................................. 2-1
2.2 Motherboard overview .......................................................... 2-2
2.2.1 Placement direction ................................................ 2-2
2.2.2 Screw holes ............................................................ 2-2
2.2.3 Motherboard layout ................................................ 2-3
2.2.4 Layout Contents ..................................................... 2-4
2.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU) .............................................. 2-6
2.3.1 Installing the CPU.................................................... 2-6
Product introductionProduct introduction
Product introduction
Product introductionProduct introduction
Hardware informationHardware information
Hardware information
Hardware informationHardware information
2.3.2 Installing the heatsink and fan ................................ 2-8
2.4 System memory ................................................................. 2-11
2.4.1 Overview ............................................................... 2-11
2.4.2 Memory Configurations .........................................2-12
2.4.3 Installing a DDR DIMM ........................................... 2-15
2.4.4 Removing a DDR DIMM .......................................... 2-15
2.5 Expansion slots ................................................................... 2-16
2.5.1 Installing an expansion card .................................. 2-16
2.5.2 Configuring an expansion card.............................. 2-16
2.5.3 Interrupt assignments .......................................... 2-17
2.5.4 PCI slots ................................................................ 2-18
2.5.5 PCI Express x1 slot ...............................................2-18
2.5.6 Two PCI Express x16 slots ................................... 2-18
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2.6 Jumper ............................................................................... 2-20
2.7 Connectors ......................................................................... 2-21
2.7.1 Rear panel connectors .......................................... 2-21
2.7.2 Internal connectors............................................... 2-23
Chapter 3:Chapter 3:
Chapter 3:
Chapter 3:Chapter 3:
3.1 Starting up for the first time................................................ 3-1
3.2 Powering off the computer .................................................. 3-2
3.2.1 Using the OS shut down function ........................... 3-2
3.2.2 Using the dual function power switch .................... 3-2
Chapter 4:Chapter 4:
Chapter 4:
Chapter 4:Chapter 4:
4.1 Managing and updating your BIOS ........................................ 4-1
4.1.1 ASUS Update utility ................................................ 4-1
4.1.2 Creating a bootable floppy disk .............................. 4-4
4.1.3 ASUS EZ Flash utility .............................................. 4-5
4.1.4 AFUDOS utility ........................................................ 4-6
4.1.5 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 2 utility ................................ 4-9
4.2 BIOS setup program ........................................................... 4-11
4.2.1 BIOS menu screen ................................................. 4-12
4.2.2 Menu bar ............................................................... 4-12
Powering upPowering up
Powering up
Powering upPowering up
BIOS setupBIOS setup
BIOS setup
BIOS setupBIOS setup
4.2.3 Navigation keys .................................................... 4-12
4.2.4 Menu items ........................................................... 4-13
4.2.5 Sub-menu items ................................................... 4-13
4.2.6 Configuration fields .............................................. 4-13
4.2.7 Pop-up window ..................................................... 4-13
4.2.8 Scroll bar .............................................................. 4-13
4.2.9 General help .......................................................... 4-13
4.3 Main menu .......................................................................... 4-14
4.3.1 System Time ......................................................... 4-14
4.3.2 System Date ......................................................... 4-14
4.3.3 Legacy Diskette A ................................................ 4-14
4.3.4 Language .............................................................. 4-14
4.3.5 Primary, Secondary, Third,
and Fourth IDE Master/Slave ................................ 4-15
4.3.6 Storage Configuration .......................................... 4-16
4.3.7 System Information .............................................. 4-17
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4.4 Advanced menu .................................................................. 4-18
4.4.1 JumperFree Configuration .................................... 4-18
4.4.2 CPU Configuration ................................................. 4-22
4.4.3 Chipset Configuration ........................................... 4-27
4.4.4 Onboard Devices Configuration ............................4-30
4.4.5 PCI PnP ................................................................. 4-32
4.4.6 LAN Cable Status ................................................. 4-33
4.4.7 USB Configuration................................................. 4-33
4.5 Power menu ........................................................................ 4-35
4.5.1 Suspend Mode ...................................................... 4-35
4.5.2 Repost Video on S3 Resume ................................ 4-35
4.5.3 ACPI 2.0 Support .................................................. 4-35
4.5.4 ACPI APIC Support ................................................ 4-35
4.5.5 APM Configuration ................................................ 4-36
4.5.6 Hardware Monitor ................................................. 4-38
4.6 Boot menu .......................................................................... 4-40
4.6.1 Boot Device Priority .............................................. 4-41
4.6.2 Boot Settings Configuration ................................. 4-42
4.6.3 Security ................................................................ 4-43
4.7 Exit menu ........................................................................... 4-45
Chapter 5:Chapter 5:
Chapter 5:
Chapter 5:Chapter 5:
5.1 Installing an operating system ............................................. 5-1
5.2 Support CD information ........................................................ 5-1
5.2.1 Running the support CD ......................................... 5-1
5.2.2 Drivers menu .......................................................... 5-2
5.2.3 Utilities menu .......................................................... 5-4
5.2.4 Make Disk menu ...................................................... 5-6
5.2.5 Manuals menu ......................................................... 5-7
5.2.6 ASUS Contact information ...................................... 5-8
Software supportSoftware support
Software support
Software supportSoftware support
5.2.7 Other information ................................................... 5-8
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5.3 Software information ......................................................... 5-10
5.3.1 ASUS MyLogo2™ .................................................. 5-10
5.3.2 AI Net 2 ................................................................ 5-12
5.3.3 ASUS PC Probe II ................................................... 5-13
5.3.4 Cool ‘n’ Quiet™ Technology .................................. 5-19
5.3.5 Audio configuration .............................................. 5-21
5.4 RAID configurations ............................................................ 5-26
5.4.1 Installing hard disks .............................................. 5-27
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5.4.2 ULI
5.4.3 Silicon Image
5.5 Creating a RAID driver disk ................................................. 5-42
RAID configurations ...................................... 5-27
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RAID configurations ....................... 5-35
Chapter 6:Chapter 6:
Chapter 6:
Chapter 6:Chapter 6:
ATI CrossFire™ technology supportATI CrossFire™ technology support
ATI CrossFire™ technology support
ATI CrossFire™ technology supportATI CrossFire™ technology support
6.1 Overview............................................................................... 6-1
6.2 Hardware installation ............................................................ 6-2
6.3 Software information ........................................................... 6-5
6.3.1 Installing the device drivers .................................... 6-5
6.3.2 Using the Catalyst™ Control Center ....................... 6-7
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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:
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 ICES-003.ICES-003.
ICES-003.
ICES-003.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.
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.
The symbol of the crossed out wheeled bin indicates that the product (electrical and electronic equipment) should not be placed in municipal waste. Please check local regulations for disposal of electronic products.
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About this guide
This user guide contains the information you need when installing and configuring the motherboard.
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:
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Chapter 1: Product introductionChapter 1: Product introduction
Chapter 1: Product introduction
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Chapter 1: Product introductionChapter 1: Product introduction This chapter describes the features of the motherboard and the new
technology it supports.
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Chapter 2: Hardware informationChapter 2: Hardware information
Chapter 2: Hardware information
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Chapter 2: Hardware informationChapter 2: Hardware information This chapter lists the hardware setup procedures that you have to
perform when installing system components. It includes description of the switches, jumpers, and connectors on the motherboard.
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Chapter 3: Powering upChapter 3: Powering up
Chapter 3: Powering up
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Chapter 3: Powering upChapter 3: Powering up This chapter describes the power up sequence, the vocal POST
messages, and ways of shutting down the system.
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Chapter 4: BIOS setupChapter 4: BIOS setup
Chapter 4: BIOS setup
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Chapter 4: BIOS setupChapter 4: BIOS setup This chapter tells how to change system settings through the BIOS
Setup menus. Detailed descriptions of the BIOS parameters are also provided.
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Chapter 5: Software supportChapter 5: Software support
Chapter 5: Software support
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Chapter 5: Software supportChapter 5: Software support This chapter describes the contents of the support CD that comes
with the motherboard package.
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Chapter 6: ATI CrossFireChapter 6: ATI CrossFire
Chapter 6: ATI CrossFire
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Chapter 6: ATI CrossFireChapter 6: ATI CrossFire This chapter tells how to install ATI CrossFire™ graphics cards.
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.
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ASUS websitesASUS websites
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ASUS websites
1.1.
ASUS websitesASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on ASUS hardware
and software products. Refer to the ASUS contact information.
technology support technology support
technology support
technology support technology support
2.2.
Optional documentationOptional documentation
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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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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 manual.
DANGER/WARNING: DANGER/WARNING:
DANGER/WARNING: Information to prevent injury to yourself
DANGER/WARNING: DANGER/WARNING: when 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 help you complete a
NOTE: NOTE: task.
TypographyTypography
Typography
TypographyTypography
Bold textBold text
Bold text Indicates a menu or an item to select.
Bold textBold text
Italics
<Key> Keys enclosed in the less-than and greater-than sign means
<Key1+Key2+Key3> If you must press two or more keys simultaneously, the
Used to emphasize a word or a phrase.
that you must press the enclosed key.
Example: <Enter> means that you must press the Enter or Return key.
key names are linked with a plus sign (+).
Example: <Ctrl+Alt+D>
Command Means that you must type the command exactly as shown,
then supply the required item or value enclosed in brackets.
Example: At the DOS prompt, type the command line:
afudos /i[filename] afudos /iA8R32-MVP.ROM
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A8R32-MVP Deluxe specifications summary
CPUCPU
CPU
CPUCPU
Socket 939 for AMD Opteron™/Athlon™ 64 X2/ Athlon™ 64 FX/Athlon™ 64 processor AMD64 architecture enables simultaneous 32- and
64-bit computing Supports AMD Cool ‘n’ Quiet™ Technology Supports AMD HyperTransport™ Technology
ChipsetChipset
Chipset
ChipsetChipset
System busSystem bus
System bus
System busSystem bus
MemoryMemory
Memory
MemoryMemory
Expansion slotsExpansion slots
Expansion slots
Expansion slotsExpansion slots
CrossFire™CrossFire™
CrossFire™
CrossFire™CrossFire™
StorageStorage
Storage
StorageStorage
ATI CrossFire™ Xpress 3200/ULi M1575
2000/1600 MT/s
Dual-channel memory architecture 4 x 184-pin DIMM sockets support up to 4 GB
unbufferred ECC/non-ECC 400/333/266 MHz DDR
memory modules
2 x PCI Express™ x16 slots with CrossFire support at full
x16, x16 mode 1 x PCI Express™ x1 slot 3 x PCI slots
Supports ATI CrossFire™ graphics cards (both at x16
mode)
ULi M1575 Southbridge supports:
- 2 x IDE connectors for up to four Ultra DMA
133/100/66/33 hard disks
- 4 x Serial ATA I/II 3.0 Gb/s hard disks with RAID 0,
RAID 1, RAID 0+1, RAID 5, and JBOD configuration
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Silicon Image
3132 SATA controller supports:
- 1 x Internal Serial ATA 3 Gb/s hard disk
- 1 x External Serial ATA hard disk (SATA On-the-Go)
- RAID 0 and RAID 1 configuration
High DefinitionHigh Definition
High Definition
High DefinitionHigh Definition AudioAudio
Audio
AudioAudio
LANLAN
LAN
LANLAN
IEEE 1394aIEEE 1394a
IEEE 1394a
IEEE 1394aIEEE 1394a
USBUSB
USB
USBUSB
BIOS featuresBIOS features
BIOS features
BIOS featuresBIOS features
Realtek
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ALC882 8-channel High Definition Audio (HD
Audio) CODEC Supports Multi-streaming and Universal Audio Jack Coaxial / Optical S/PDIF Out ports on the rear panel
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Marvell
88E8001 Gigabit LAN controller, featuring
AI NET2 Marvell® 88E8053 PCIe Gigabit LAN Controller, featuring AI
NET2
T1 1394a controller supports:
- 2 x IEEE 1394a connectors at mid-board
Supports up to 8 USB 2.0/1.1 ports
8 Mb Flash ROM, AMI BIOS, PnP, DMI2.0, SM BIOS 2.3,
WfM2.0
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ASUS AI LifestyleASUS AI Lifestyle
ASUS AI Lifestyle
ASUS AI LifestyleASUS AI Lifestyle featuresfeatures
features
featuresfeatures
Other ASUSOther ASUS
Other ASUS
Other ASUSOther ASUS special featuresspecial features
special features
special featuresspecial features
Stack Cool 2 ASUS SATA On-the-Go (External Serial ATA port on the
rear panel)
ASUS MyLogo2™ ASUS Multi-language BIOS ASUS CrashFree BIOS 2 ASUS AI NET 2 ASUS Q-Fan2 Technology ASUS EZ Flash
OverclockingOverclocking
Overclocking
OverclockingOverclocking
Rear panelRear panel
Rear panel
Rear panelRear panel
Intelligent overclocking tools:
- AI NOS™ (Non-delay Overclocking System)
- AI Overclocking (intelligent CPU frequency tuner)
- ASUS PEG Link (automatic performance tuning for single/dual graphics cards)
- ASUS AI Booster Utility
Precision Tweaker supports:
- DIMM voltage: 12-step DRAM voltage control
- Core voltage: Adjustable CPU voltage at 0.025 V increment
- Northbridge voltage: Adjustable voltage at 0.1 V increment for core power, HT bus, and PCI Express bus
Stepless Frequency Selection(SFS) allows:
- FSB tuning from 200 MHz to 400 MHz at 1 MHz increment
- PCI Express frequency tuning from 100 MHz to 150 MHz at 1 MHz increment
Overclocking protection:
- ASUS C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall)
1 x PS/2 mouse port 1 x PS/2 keyboard port 1 x Parallel port 2 x LAN (RJ-45) ports 4 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports 1 x Coaxial S/PDIF Out port 1 x Optical S/PDIF Out port 1 x External Serial ATA port 8-Channel audio ports
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ManageabiityManageabiity
Manageabiity
ManageabiityManageabiity
InternalInternal
Internal
InternalInternal connectorsconnectors
connectors
connectorsconnectors
WfM 2.0, DMI 2.0, WOL by PME, WOR by PME, chassis
intrusion, PXE, and RPL
1 x Floppy disk drive connector 2 x IDE connectors 1 x CPU fan connector 2 x Chassis fan connector 1 x Power fan connector 2 x IEEE 1394a connectors 5 x Serial ATA connectors
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InternalInternal
Internal
InternalInternal connectorsconnectors
connectors
connectorsconnectors
Support CDSupport CD
Support CD
Support CDSupport CD contentscontents
contents
contentscontents
Form factorForm factor
Form factor
Form factorForm factor
2 x USB 2.0 connectors for four additional USB 2.0
ports 1 x 24-pin EATX power connector 1 x 4-pin ATX 12 V power connector 1 x GAME/MIDI connector 1 x CD-in connector 1 x COM connector 1 x Chassis intrusion connector 1 x Front panel High Definition Audio connector 1 x System panel connector
Drivers ASUS PC Probe II ASUS Update Anti-virus software (OEM version)
ATX form factor: 12 in x 9.6 in (30.5 cm x 24.4 cm)
*Specifications are subject to change without notice.
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This chapter describes the motherboard features and the new technologies it supports
Product
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Chapter summary
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1.1 Welcome! .............................................................................. 1-1
1.2 Package contents ................................................................. 1-1
1.3 Special features .................................................................... 1-2
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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 motherboard!motherboard!
motherboard!
motherboard!motherboard!
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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.
1.2 Package contents
Check your motherboard package for the following items.
MotherboardMotherboard
Motherboard ASUS A8R32-MVP Deluxe motherboard
MotherboardMotherboard
CablesCables
Cables 1 x Floppy disk drive signal cable
CablesCables
1 x IDE cable 1 x Ultra DMA cable 133/100/66 cable 5 x Serial ATA cables 1 x 1-port Serial ATA power cable 2 x 2-port Serial ATA power cables 1 x 2-port IEEE 1394a cable
AccessoriesAccessories
Accessories 1 x COM port module
AccessoriesAccessories
I/O shield 1 x 2-port USB 2.0/Game module
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.
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1.3 Special features
1.3.11.3.1
1.3.1
1.3.11.3.1
Latest processor technologyLatest processor technology
Latest processor technology
Latest processor technologyLatest processor technology
The motherboard comes with a 939-pin surface mount, Zero Insertion Force (ZIF) socket that supports AMD Opteron™/Athlon™ 64 X2/ Athlon™ 64 FX/Athlon™ 64 processors. With an integrated low-latency high-bandwidth memory controller and a highly-scalable HyperTransport™ technology-based system bus, the motherboard provides a powerful platform for your diverse computing needs, increased office productivity, and enhanced digital media experience. See page 2-6.
ATI CrossFire™ Xpress 3200ATI CrossFire™ Xpress 3200
ATI CrossFire™ Xpress 3200
ATI CrossFire™ Xpress 3200ATI CrossFire™ Xpress 3200
The motherboard features ATI CrossFire™ Xpress 3200 support, delivering improved overclocking and optimal PCI Express device performance. The combined multi-GPU power boosts image quality and rendering speed for the highest quality images. With its optimized peer-to-peer and general link performance GPU sharing, you are a step ahead in graphics and gaming effects. The chipset allows higher antialiasing, anisotropic filtering, sharing, and texture settings. The ATI CrossFire™ Xpress 3200 also comes with the ATI Catalyst™ Control Center that allows you to get real-time 3D-rendered previews of adjustments to your display configurations and advanced 3D settings.
Product highlightsProduct highlights
Product highlights
Product highlightsProduct highlights
PCI Express™ interface PCI Express™ interface
PCI Express™ interface
PCI Express™ interface PCI Express™ interface
The motherboard fully supports PCI Express, the latest I/O interconnect technology that speeds up the PCI bus. PCI Express features point-to-point serial interconnections between devices and allows higher clockspeeds by carrying data in packets. This high speed interface is software compatible with existing PCI specifications. See page 2-18 for details.
Serial ATA 3Gb/s technology Serial ATA 3Gb/s technology
Serial ATA 3Gb/s technology
Serial ATA 3Gb/s technology Serial ATA 3Gb/s technology
The motherboard supports the Serial ATA II 3 Gb/s technology through the Serial ATA interfaces and the ULI M1575 Southbridge. The Serial ATA II 3 Gb/s specification provides twice the bandwidth of the current Serial ATA products with a host of new features, including Native Command Queueing (NCQ), and Power Management (PM) Implementation Algorithm. Serial ATA allows for thinner, more flexible cables with lower pin count, reduced voltage requirement. See page 2-24 for details.
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8-channel high definition audio 8-channel high definition audio
8-channel high definition audio
8-channel high definition audio 8-channel high definition audio
Onboard is the Realtek® ALC882 High Definition Audio 8-channel audio CODEC. This CODEC is fully-compliant with Intel
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High Definition Audio standard (192 KHz, 24-bit audio). With the CODEC, 8-channel audio ports, and S/PDIF interfaces, you can connect your computer to home theater decoders to produce crystal-clear digital audio.
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The Realtek
ALC882 CODEC comes with a software application that features jack detection to monitor the plugging status of each jack, impedance sensing to determine audio device classes, and pre-defined equalization for various audio devices. See page 2-21 for details.
Dual RAID solution Dual RAID solution
Dual RAID solution
Dual RAID solution Dual RAID solution
Onboard RAID controllers provide the motherboard with dual-RAID functionality that allows you to select the best RAID solution using Serial ATA devices.
The ULi M1575 Southbridge allows RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 0+1, RAID 5, and JBOD configuration for four SATA 3Gb/s. See page 2-24 for details.
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The Silicon Image
3132 controller supports two additional Serial ATA 3Gb/s connectors and allows RAID 0 and RAID 1 configurations through the internal and external Serial ATA ports. See page 2-26 for details.
Dual Gigabit LAN solution Dual Gigabit LAN solution
Dual Gigabit LAN solution
Dual Gigabit LAN solution Dual Gigabit LAN solution
The motherboard comes with dual Gigabit LAN controllers to provide the total solution for your networking needs. These network controllers use both PCI Express and PCI segments to provide faster data bandwidth for your wired or wireless Internet, LAN, and file sharing requirements. See page 2-22 for details.
IEEE 1394a support IEEE 1394a support
IEEE 1394a support
IEEE 1394a support IEEE 1394a support
The IEEE 1394a interface provides high-speed and flexible PC connectivity to a wide range of peripherals and devices compliant to IEEE 1394a standards. The IEEE 1394a interface allows up to 400 Mbps transfer rates through simple, low-cost, high-bandwidth asynchronous (real-time) data interfacing between computers, peripherals, and consumer electronic devices such as camcorders, VCRs, printers,TVs, and digital cameras. See page 2-30 for details.
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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 2-22 and 2-28 for details.
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Fanless Design Fanless Design
Fanless Design
Fanless Design Fanless Design
The ASUS fanless design allows multi-directional heat flow from major thermal sources in the motherboard to lower overall system temperature, resulting in quieter operation and longer system life.
Stack Cool 2 Stack Cool 2
Stack Cool 2
Stack Cool 2 Stack Cool 2
The motherboard comes with the ASUS Stack Cool 2, an innovative fan-less and zero-noise thermal solution that provides supplementary cooling to the motherboard. Stack Cool 2 is a special layer underneath the motherboard that improves heat dissipation.
SATA-On-the-Go SATA-On-the-Go
SATA-On-the-Go
SATA-On-the-Go SATA-On-the-Go
Leveraging the Serial ATA II feature is the SATA-On-the-Go. This external port on the rear panel I/O provides smart setup, hot-plug and support for up to 16 devices with port-multiplier functions. See pages 2-22 for details.
Innovative ASUS featuresInnovative ASUS features
Innovative ASUS features
Innovative ASUS featuresInnovative ASUS features
AI NET2 AI NET2
AI NET2
AI NET2 AI NET2
The AI NET2 is a BIOS-based diagnostic tool that detects and reports Ethernet cable faults and shorts. With this utility, you can easily monitor the condition of the Ethernet cable(s) connected to the LAN (RJ-45) port(s). During the bootup process, AI NET2 immediately diagnoses the LAN cable(s) and reports shorts and faults up to 100 meters at 1 meter accuracy. See page 5-12 for details.
Precision TweakerPrecision Tweaker
Precision Tweaker
Precision TweakerPrecision Tweaker
This feature allows you to fine tune the CPU/memory/Northbridge voltage and gradually increase the memory Front Side Bus (FSB) and PCI Express frequency at 1MHz increment to achieve maximum system performance. See pages 4-19 and 4-20 for details.
AI NOS™ (Non-Delay Overclocking System) AI NOS™ (Non-Delay Overclocking System)
AI NOS™ (Non-Delay Overclocking System)
AI NOS™ (Non-Delay Overclocking System) AI NOS™ (Non-Delay Overclocking System)
ASUS Non-delay Overclocking System™ (NOS) is a technology that auto-detects the CPU loading and dynamically overclocks the CPU speed only when needed. See page 4-19 for details.
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PEG Link Mode for two graphics cards PEG Link Mode for two graphics cards
PEG Link Mode for two graphics cards
PEG Link Mode for two graphics cards PEG Link Mode for two graphics cards
This feature enhances your PCI Express graphics card performance, allowing the motherboard to automatically adjust the PCI Express graphics link mode to the correct frequency based on the system configuration. Four additional settings are available for overclocking the PEG Link Mode. See page 4-20 for details.
ASUS Q-Fan 2 technology ASUS Q-Fan 2 technology
ASUS Q-Fan 2 technology
ASUS Q-Fan 2 technology ASUS Q-Fan 2 technology
The ASUS Q-Fan 2 technology smartly adjusts the CPU and chassis fans speed according to the system loading to ensure quiet, cool, and efficient operation. See page 4-39 for details.
ASUS CrashFree BIOS 2 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 2
ASUS CrashFree BIOS 2
ASUS CrashFree BIOS 2 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 2
This feature allows you to restore the original BIOS data from the support CD when the BIOS codes and data are corrupted. This protection eliminates the need to buy a replacement ROM chip. See page 4-9 for details.
ASUS Multi-language BIOS ASUS Multi-language BIOS
ASUS Multi-language BIOS
ASUS Multi-language BIOS ASUS Multi-language BIOS
The multi-language BIOS allows you to select the language of your choice from the available options. The localized BIOS menus allow easier and faster configuration. See page 4-14 for details.
ASUS MyLogo2™ ASUS MyLogo2™
ASUS MyLogo2™
ASUS MyLogo2™ ASUS MyLogo2™
This new feature present in the motherboard allows you to personalize and add style to your system with customizable boot logos. See page 5-10 for details.
C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall)
C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall)
C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall)
The C.P.R. feature of the motherboard BIOS allows automatic re-setting to the BIOS default settings in case the system hangs due to overclocking. When the system hangs due to overclocking, C.P.R. eliminates the need to open the system chassis and clear the RTC data. Simply shut down and reboot the system, and the BIOS automatically restores the CPU default setting for each parameter.
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 4-5 for details.
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This chapter lists the hardware setup procedures that you have to perform when installing system components. It includes description of the jumpers and connectors on the motherboard.
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2.1 Before you proceed .............................................................. 2-1
2.2 Motherboard overview .......................................................... 2-2
2.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU) .............................................. 2-6
2.4 System memory ................................................................. 2-11
2.5 Expansion slots ................................................................... 2-16
2.6 Jumper ............................................................................... 2-20
2.7 Connectors ......................................................................... 2-21
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2.1 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.
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2.2 Motherboard overview
Before you install the motherboard, study the configuration of your chassis to ensure that the motherboard fits into it. Refer to the chassis documentation before installing the motherboard.
Make sure to unplug the power cord before installing or removing the motherboard. Failure to do so can cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components.
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Placement directionPlacement direction
Placement direction
Placement directionPlacement direction
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.
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Screw holesScrew holes
Screw holes
Screw holesScrew holes
Place nine (9) screws into the holes indicated by circles to secure the motherboard to the chassis.
Do not overtighten the screws! Doing so can damage the motherboard.
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
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PS/2KBMS
T: Mouse B: Keyboard
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PARALLEL PORT
ES ATA
Motherboard layoutMotherboard layout
Motherboard layout
Motherboard layoutMotherboard layout
24.5cm (9.6in)
PWR_FAN
ATX12V
CPU_FAN
SEC_IDE
AUDIO
LAN1_USB12
LAN2_USB34
AAFP
ALC882
Marvell
88E8001
TSB43AB22A
SATA_RAID2
CD
IE1394_1
USB78_WFG
Marvell
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ATI™
CHA_FAN1
CrossFire™
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CR2032 3V Lithium Cell
CMOS Power
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USB56
DDR DIMM_B2 (64 bit,184-pin module)
DDR DIMM_A1 (64 bit,184-pin module)
DDR DIMM_B1 (64 bit,184-pin module)
DDR DIMM_A2 (64 bit,184-pin module)
EATXPWR
PRI_IDE
CHA_FAN2
ULI
SATA 4SATA 3
M1575
SATA 2SATA 1
FLOPPY
I/O
Super
CHASSIS
PANEL
GAME
8Mb
BIOS
SB_PWR
COM1
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Layout ContentsLayout Contents
Layout Contents
Layout ContentsLayout Contents
SlotsSlots
Slots
SlotsSlots
1. DDR DIMM slots 2-11
2. PCI slots 2-18
3. PCI Express x1 slot 2-18
4. PCI Express x16 slots 2-18
JumperJumper
Jumper
JumperJumper
1. Clear RTC RAM (3-pin CLRTC) 2-20
Rear panel connectorsRear panel connectors
Rear panel connectors
Rear panel connectorsRear panel connectors
1. PS/2 mouse port 2-21
2. Parallel port 2-21
3. Side Speaker Out port 2-21
4. Center/Subwoofer port 2-21
5. Line In port 2-21
6. Line Out port 2-21
7. LAN 1 (RJ-45) 2-22
8. LAN 2 (RJ-45) 2-22
9. USB 2.0 ports 3 and 4 2-22
10. USB 2.0 ports 1 and 2 2-22
11. Microphone port 2-22
12. Rear Speaker Out port 2-22
13. External SATA port 2-22
14. Optical S/PDIF Out port 2-22
15. Coaxial S/PDIF Out port 2-22
16. PS/2 keyboard port 2-22
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Internal connectorsInternal connectors
Internal connectors
Internal connectorsInternal connectors
1. Floppy disk drive connector (34-1 pin FLOPPY) 2-23
2. IDE connectors (40-1 pin PRI_IDE, 40-1 pin SEC_IDE) 2-23
3. Serial ATA connectors (7-pin SATA1 [red], SATA2 [red], SATA3 [black], SATA4 [black]) 2-24
4. Silicon Image Serial ATA RAID connector (7-pin SATA_RAID 2) 2-26
5. CPU, Chassis, and Power fan connectors 2-27 (3-pin CPU_FAN, 3-pin CHA_FAN1, 3-pin CHA_FAN2, 3-pin PWR_FAN )
6. USB connectors (10-1 USB56, USB78_WFG) 2-28
7. Power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR, 4-pin ATX12V) 2-28
8. GAME/MIDI port connector (16-1 pin GAME) 2-29
9. Serial port connector (10-1 pin COM1) 2-30
10. IEEE 1394a connectors (10-1 pin IE1394_1; 10-1 pin IE1394_2) 2-30
11. Chassis intrusion connector (4-1 pin CHASSIS) 2-31
12. Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP) 2-32
13. Audio connector (4-pin CD [black]) 2-32
14. System panel connectors (20-1 pin PANEL) 2-33
- System Power LED (Green 3-pin PLED)
- Hard Disk activity (Red 2-pin IDE_LED)
- System warning speaker (Orange 4-pin SPEAKER)
- Power/Soft-off button(Yellow 2-pin PWRSW)
- Reset switch (Blue 2-pin RESET)
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2.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU)
The motherboard comes with a surface mount 939-pin Zero Insertion Force (ZIF) socket designed for the AMD AMD Opteron™/Athlon™ 64 X2/ Athlon™ 64 FX/Athlon™ 64 processor.
The 128-bit-wide data paths of these processors can run applications faster than processors with only 32-bit or 64-bit wide data paths.
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.
GoldGold
Gold
GoldGold triangletriangle
triangle
triangletriangle
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Installing the CPUInstalling the CPU
Installing the CPU
Installing the CPUInstalling the CPU
To install a CPU.
1. Locate the 939-pin ZIF socket on the motherboard.
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2. Unlock the socket by pressing the lever sideways, then lift it up to a 90°-100° angle.
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Socket leverSocket lever
Socket lever
Socket leverSocket lever
Make sure that the socket lever is lifted up to 90°-100° angle, otherwise the CPU does not fit in completely.
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