ASUS A8R32-MVP-DLX User Manual

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A8R32-MVP

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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

Contents

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

5.4.2 ULI

5.4.3 Silicon Image

5.5 Creating a RAID driver disk ................................................. 5-42

RAID configurations ...................................... 5-27

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:

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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.

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

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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. If possible, disconnect all power cables from the existing system before you add a device.

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Before connecting or removing signal cables from the motherboard, ensure that all power cables are unplugged.

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Seek professional assistance before using an adapter or extension cord. These devices could interrupt the grounding circuit.

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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.

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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 the motherboard and adding devices on it, carefully read all the manuals 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.

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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.

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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.

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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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.

1.1.

ASUS websitesASUS websites

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

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

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

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

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

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

information

Chapter summary

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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A8R32-MVP Deluxe

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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

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.

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.

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

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.

information

Hardware

Chapter summary

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

SPDIF_O

SPDIF_O2

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

IE1394_1

USB78_WFG

Marvell

88E8053

PCIEX1_1

IE1394_2

ATI™

CHA_FAN1

CrossFire™

Xpress 3200

PCIEX16_1

PCI1

PCIEX16_2

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PCI3

Socket 939

CR2032 3V Lithium Cell

CMOS Power

CLRTC

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

30.5cm (12.0in)

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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 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 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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3. Position the CPU above the socket such that the CPU corner with the gold triangle matches the socket corner with a small triangle.

4. Carefully insert the CPU into the socket until it fits in place.

Small triangleSmall triangle

Small triangle

Small triangleSmall triangle

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

6. Install a CPU heatsink and fan following the instructions that came with the heatsink package.

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Installing the heatsink and fan

Installing the heatsink and fanInstalling the heatsink and fan

The AMD AMD Opteron™/Athlon™ 64 X2/Athlon™ 64 FX/Athlon™ 64 processor requires a specially designed heatsink and fan assembly to ensure optimum thermal condition and performance.

Make sure that you use only AMD-certified heatsink and fan assembly.

To install the CPU heatsink and fan:

1. Place the heatsink on top of the installed CPU, making sure that the heatsink fits properly on the retention module base.

•

The retention module base is already installed on the motherboard upon purchase.

•

You do not have to remove the retention module base when installing the CPU or installing other motherboard components.

•

If you purchased a separate CPU heatsink and fan assembly, make sure that a Thermal Interface Material is properly applied to the CPU heatsink or CPU before you install the heatsink and fan assembly.

CPU fanCPU fan

CPU fan

CPU fanCPU fan

CPU heatsinkCPU heatsink

CPU heatsink

CPU heatsinkCPU heatsink

Retention module baseRetention module base

Retention module base

Retention module baseRetention module base

Your boxed CPU heatsink and fan assembly should come with installation instructions for the CPU, heatsink, and the retention mechanism. If the instructions in this section do not match the CPU documentation, follow the latter.

Retention bracketRetention bracket

Retention bracket

Retention bracketRetention bracket

Retention bracket lockRetention bracket lock

Retention bracket lock

Retention bracket lockRetention bracket lock

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2. Attach one end of the retention bracket to the retention module base.

3. Align the other end of the retention bracket (near the retention bracket lock) to the retention module base. A clicking sound denotes that the retention bracket is in place.

Make sure that the fan and heatsink assembly perfectly fits the retention mechanism module base, otherwise you cannot snap the retention bracket in place.

4. Push down the retention bracket lock on the retention mechanism to secure the heatsink and fan to the module base.

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CPU_FAN

GND

+12V

Rotation

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Do not forget to connect the CPU fan connector! Hardware monitoring errors can occur if you fail to plug this connector.

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2.4 System memory

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OverviewOverview

Overview

OverviewOverview

The motherboard comes with four 184-pin Double Data Rate (DDR) Dual Inline Memory Modules (DIMM) sockets.

The following figure illustrates the location of the sockets:

DIMM_A2

DIMM_A1

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DIMM_B2

ChannelChannel

Channel

ChannelChannel

Channel A DIMM_A1 and DIMM_A2 Channel B DIMM_B1 and DIMM_B2

In dual-channel configurations, installing

SocketsSockets

Sockets

SocketsSockets

identical identical

identical (the same type and

identical identical

size) DDR DIMM pairs for each channel provides optimum performance.

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Memory ConfigurationsMemory Configurations

Memory Configurations

Memory ConfigurationsMemory Configurations

You may install 256 MB, 512 MB, and 1 GB unbuffered ECC/non-ECC DDR DIMMs into the DIMM sockets using the memory configurations in this section.

•

If you installed four 1 GB memory modules, the system may detect less than 3 GB of total memory because of address space allocation for other critical functions. This limitation applies to Windows 32-bit version operating system since it does not support Physical Address Extension (PAE).

• When using only one DDR DIMM module, install it into slot DIMM_B1 only.

• For single-channel memory configuration, start installing the DDR DIMMs from slot DIMM_B1 or DMM_B2.

•

For dual-channel memory configuration, install the DIMMs in slots DIMM_B1 and DIMM_A1 (blue slots); install another pair of DIMMs in slots DIMM_B2 and DIMM_A2 (black slots).

• Always install DIMMs with the same CAS latency. For optimum results, we recommend that you obtain memory modules from the same vendor. Refer to the Qualified Vendors List on the next page for details.

• When you install four double-sided 400 MHz DDR DIMMs, the frequency of each module downgrades to 333 MHz.

Recommended memory configurationsRecommended memory configurations

Recommended memory configurations

Recommended memory configurationsRecommended memory configurations

SocketsSockets

Sockets

SocketsSockets

ModeMode

Mode

ModeMode

Single-channel (1) – – Populated – Dual-channel* (1) Populated – Populated –

(2) Populated Populated Populated Populated

* Use only identical DDR DIMM pairs.* Use only identical DDR DIMM pairs.

* Use only identical DDR DIMM pairs.

* Use only identical DDR DIMM pairs.* Use only identical DDR DIMM pairs. * For dual-channel configuration (2), you may:* For dual-channel configuration (2), you may:

* For dual-channel configuration (2), you may:

* For dual-channel configuration (2), you may:* For dual-channel configuration (2), you may:

install identical DIMMs in all four sockets

• OROR

OROR

•

install identical DIMM pair in DIMM_A1 and DIMM_B1 (blue sockets)

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DIMM_A1

DIMM_A1DIMM_A1

DIMM_A2DIMM_A2

DIMM_A2

DIMM_A2DIMM_A2

DIMM_B1DIMM_B1

DIMM_B1

DIMM_B1DIMM_B1

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DIMM_B2

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DDR (400 MHz) Qualified Vendors ListDDR (400 MHz) Qualified Vendors List

DDR (400 MHz) Qualified Vendors List

DDR (400 MHz) Qualified Vendors ListDDR (400 MHz) Qualified Vendors List

DIMM supportDIMM support

DIMM support

DIMM supportDIMM support

SizeSize

Size

SizeSize

256 MB TwinMOS TMD7608F8E50D TwinMOS SS M2G9I08AIATT9F081AADT • •

512 MB TwinMOS TMD7608F8E50D TwinMOS DS M2G9J16AJATT9F081AADT • • •

256 MB TwinMOS TMD7608F8E50D TwinMOS DS M2G9I08A8ATT9F081AADT • • •

512 MB TwinMOS TMD7608F8E50D TwinMOS SS M2G9J16AJATT9F081AADT • • •

256 MB TwinMOS TMD7608F8E50I TwinMOS SS M2G9I08A8ATT9F081CADT • •

256 MB V-DATA VDD9616A8A-5C N/A SS MDYVD6F4G2880B1E0H • •

256 MB Winbond W942508CH-5 Winbond DS W9425GCDB-5 • • •

512 MB Winbond W942508CH-5 Winbond DS W9451GCDB-5 • • •

256 MB GEIL GL3LC32G88TG-35 N/A SS GL5123200DC • • •

256 MB GEIL GL3LC32G88TG-5A N/A SS GLX2563200UP • •

256 MB PSC A2S56D30BTP PSC SS AL5D8B53T-5B1K • • •

512 MB PSC A2S56D30BTP PSC DS AL6D8B53T-5B1K • •

256 MB NANYA NT5DS32M8CT-5T N/A DS NT256D64S88C0G-5T • •

512 MB NANYA NT5DS32M8CT-5T N/A DS NT512D64S8HC0G-5T • • •

256 MB NANYA NT5DS32M16BT-5T N/A DS NT256D64SH4B0G-5T • •

512 MB NANYA NT5DS64M8BT-5T N/A SS NT512D64S88B0G-5T • • •

1024 MB NANYA NT5DS64M8BT-5T N/A DS NT1GD64S8HB0G-5T • • •

512 MB NANYA NT5DS64M8CS-5T N/A SS NT512D64S88C0GY-5T • • •

256 MB Novax C2S56D30TP-5 CEON DS 96M425653CE-40TB6 • • •

512 MB Novax C2S56D30TP-5 CEON DS 96M451253CE-40TB6 • • •

256 MB CENTURY K4H560838E-TCCC N/A DS DXV6S8SSCCE3K27E • • •

512 MB CENTURY K4H560838E-TCCC N/A DS DXV2S8SSCCE3K27E •

256 MB CENTURY DD2508AMTA N/A DS DXV6S8EL5BM3T27C • • •

512 MB CENTURY DD2508AMTA N/A DS DXV2S8EL5BM3T27C • • •

256 MB CENTURY DD2508AMTA N/A DS DXV6S8EL5B • • •

256 MB CENTURY HY5DU56822BT-D43 N/A DS DXV6S8HXD43B • • •

256 MB CENTURY HY5DU56822DT-D43 N/A DS DXV6S8HXD43D • • •

512 MB CENTURY DD2508AMTA N/A DS DXV2S8EL5B • •

512 MB CENTURY HY5DU56822BT-D43 N/A DS DXV2S8HXD43B • •

512 MB CENTURY HY5DU56822DT-D43 N/A DS DXV2S8HXD43D • • •

256 MB CENTURY DD2508AKTA-5B-E N/A DS DXV6S8EL5B/HP • • •

512 MB CENTURY DD2508AKTA-5B-E N/A DS DXV2S8EL5B/HP • • •

256 MB CENTURY MT46V32M8TG-5BG N/A DS DXV6S8MC5B • •

512 MB CENTURY HY5DU12822CTP-D43 N/A DS DXV2H8 • • •

1024 MB CENTURY HY5DU12822CTP-D43 N/A DS DXV0H8 • •

256 MB Elixir N2DS25680CT-5T N/A DS M2U25664DS88C3G-5T • • •

512 MB Elixir N2DS25680CT-5T N/A DS M2U51264DS8HC3G-5T • • •

512 MB Elixir N2DS51280BT-5T N/A DS M2U51264DS88B1G-5T • • •

256 MB Kreton VT3225804T-5 VT DS N/A • • •

512 MB Kreton VT3225804T-5 VT DS N/A • •

256 MB Veritech VT56DD32M8PC-5 VM DS VU256FLTM25C • • •

512 MB Veritech VT56DD32M8PC-5 VM DS VU512FLTM25C • •

256 MB Pmi V58C2256804SAT5B MOSEL DS MD44256VIT3208GMHA01 • •

512 MB Pmi V58C2256804SAT5B MOSEL DS MD44512VIT3208GATA03 • • •

VendorVendor

Vendor

VendorVendor

Chip No.Chip No.

Chip No.

Chip No.Chip No.

BrandBrand

Brand

BrandBrand

Side/s*Side/s*

Side/s*

Side/s*Side/s*

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Part No.

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DDR (400 MHz) Qualified Vendors List

DDR (400 MHz) Qualified Vendors ListDDR (400 MHz) Qualified Vendors List

DIMM supportDIMM support

DIMM support

DIMM supportDIMM support

SizeSize

Size

SizeSize

256 MB ProMOS V58C2256804SCT5B N/A SS V826632K24SCTG-D0 • • •

512 MB ProMOS V58C2256804SCT5B N/A DS V826664K24SCTG-D0 • •

512 MB Deutron A2S56D30CTP PSC DS AL6D8C53T-5B1T • •

256 MB Aeneon AED83T500 Aeneon SS AED560UD00-500C88Z • • •

512 MB Aeneon AED93T500 Aeneon SS AED560UD00-500B98X • • •

512 MB Aeneon AED83T500 Aeneon DS AED560UD00-500C88X • • •

256 MB SimpleTech 838S032T05A N/A SS SVM-DDR3200/256 • •

512 MB SimpleTech 838S032T05A N/A DS SVM-DDR3200/512 • • •

1024 MB Patriot Heat-Sink Package N/A DS PDC1G3200+XBLK • • •

512 MB MDT 25B25680-50520 N/A DS M512-400-16B • •

Legend:Legend:

Legend:

Legend:Legend: A A

A - supports one module inserted in DIMM_B1 slot in a Single-channel memory

A A

VendorVendor

Vendor

VendorVendor

Chip No.Chip No.

Chip No.

Chip No.Chip No.

BrandBrand

Brand

BrandBrand

Side/s*Side/s*

Side/s*

Side/s*Side/s*

Part No.Part No.

Part No.

Part No.Part No.

configuration.

B - Supports one pair of modules inserted into either the blue slots or the black

slots as one pair of Dual-channel memory configuration.

C C

C - Supports 3 modules inserted into both the blue and black slots as two pairs of

C C

Dual-channel memory configuration

SSSS

S S - Single-sided

SSSS DSDS

D S - Double-sided

DSDS

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Installing a DDR DIMMInstalling a DDR DIMM

Installing a DDR DIMM

Installing a DDR DIMMInstalling a DDR DIMM

Make sure to unplug the power supply before adding or removing DIMMs or other system components. Failure to do so may cause severe damage to both the motherboard and the components.

1. Unlock a DIMM socket by pressing the retaining clips outward.

2. Align a DIMM on the socket such that the notch on the DIMM matches the break on the socket.

DDR DIMM notchDDR DIMM notch

DDR DIMM notch

DDR DIMM notchDDR DIMM notch

Unlocked retaining clipUnlocked retaining clip

Unlocked retaining clip

Unlocked retaining clipUnlocked retaining clip

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.

3. Firmly insert the DIMM into the socket until the retaining clips snap back in place and the DIMM is properly seated.

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Removing a DDR DIMMRemoving a DDR DIMM

Removing a DDR DIMM

Removing a DDR DIMMRemoving a DDR DIMM

To remove a DIMM:

1. Simultaneously press the retaining clips outward to unlock the DIMM.

Locked Retaining ClipLocked Retaining Clip

Locked Retaining Clip

Locked Retaining ClipLocked Retaining Clip

Support the DIMM lightly with your fingers when pressing the retaining clips. The DIMM might get damaged when it flips out with extra force.

2. Remove the DIMM from the socket.

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DDR DIMM notch

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2.5 Expansion slots

In the future, you may need to install expansion cards. The following sub-sections describe the slots and the expansion cards that they support.

Make sure to unplug the power cord before adding or removing expansion cards. Failure to do so may cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components.

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To install an expansion card:

1. Before installing the expansion card, read the documentation that came with it and make the necessary hardware settings for the card.

2. Remove the system unit cover (if your motherboard is already installed in a chassis).

3. Remove the bracket opposite the slot that you intend to use. Keep the screw for later use.

4. Align the card connector with the slot and press firmly until the card is completely seated on the slot.

5. Secure the card to the chassis with the screw you removed earlier.

6. Replace the system cover.

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2.5.22.5.2

After installing the expansion card, configure it by adjusting the software settings.

Installing an expansion cardInstalling an expansion card

Installing an expansion card

Installing an expansion cardInstalling an expansion card

Configuring an expansion cardConfiguring an expansion card

Configuring an expansion card

Configuring an expansion cardConfiguring an expansion card

1. Turn on the system and change the necessary BIOS settings, if any. See Chapter 4 for information on BIOS setup.

2. Assign an IRQ to the card. Refer to the tables on the next page.

3. Install the software drivers for the expansion card.

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Standard interrupt assignmentsStandard interrupt assignments

Standard interrupt assignments

Standard interrupt assignmentsStandard interrupt assignments

Interrupt assignmentsInterrupt assignments

Interrupt assignments

Interrupt assignmentsInterrupt assignments

IRQIRQ

IRQ

IRQIRQ

0 1 System Timer 1 2 Keyboard Controller 2 — Re-direct to IRQ #9 3 11 Reserved 4 12 Communications Port (COM1)* 5 13 IRQ holder for PCI steering* 6 14 Floppy Disk Controller 7 15 Printer Port (LPT1)* 8 3 System CMOS/Real Time Clock 9 4 IRQ holder for PCI steering* 10 5 IRQ holder for PCI steering* 11 6 IRQ holder for PCI steering* 12 7 PS/2 Compatible Mouse Port* 13 8 Numeric Data Processor 14 9 Primary IDE/SATA Channel 15 10 Secondary IDE/SATA 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

IRQ assignments for this motherboardIRQ assignments for this motherboard

IRQ assignments for this motherboard

IRQ assignments for this motherboardIRQ assignments for this motherboard

PCI slot 1 — shared shared shared shared — — — PCI slot 2 — — shared shared shared shared — — PCI slot 3 — — — shared shared shared shared — IEEE 1394 — — — — shared — — — PCI Express LAN (88E8053) — — shared — ———— PCI LAN (88E8001) — — — — — shared — — PCI-E x1 shared shared shared shared ———— PCI-E x16_1 shared shared shared shared ———— PCI-E x16_2 shared shared shared shared ———— Onboard USB controller 1 — shared — — ———— Onboard USB controller 2 — — shared — ———— Onboard USB controller 3 — — — shared ———— Onboard USB 2.0 controller — — — shared ———— HD audio — — — — — — shared — Serial ATA — — — shared ———— Silicon Image SATA controller — shared — — ————

When using PCI cards on shared slots, ensure that the drivers support “Share IRQ” or that the cards do not need IRQ assignment; otherwise, conflicts will arise between the two PCI groups, making the system unstable and the card inoperable.

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The PCI slots support cards such as a LAN card, SCSI card, USB card, and other cards that comply with PCI specifications. The figure shows a LAN card installed on a PCI slot.

PCI slotsPCI slots

PCI slots

PCI slotsPCI slots

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This motherboard supports PCI Express x1 network cards, SCSI cards and other cards that comply with the PCI Express specifications. The following figure shows a network card installed on the PCI Express x1 slot.

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This motherboard supports two ATI CrossFire™ PCI Express x16 graphics cards that comply with the PCI Express specifications. The figure shows two graphics cards installed on the PCI Express x16 slots.

PCI Express x1 slotPCI Express x1 slot

PCI Express x1 slot

PCI Express x1 slotPCI Express x1 slot

Two PCI Express x16 slotsTwo PCI Express x16 slots

Two PCI Express x16 slots

Two PCI Express x16 slotsTwo PCI Express x16 slots

See Chapter 6 for details on the CrossFire™ technology feature.

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• We recommend that you install a VGA card on the primary (blue) PCI Express slot and install any other PCI Express device on the secondary (black) PCI Express slot.

In CrossFire™ mode, install the ATI CrossFire™ EditionIn CrossFire™ mode, install the ATI CrossFire™ Edition

•

In CrossFire™ mode, install the ATI CrossFire™ Edition

In CrossFire™ mode, install the ATI CrossFire™ EditionIn CrossFire™ mode, install the ATI CrossFire™ Edition (Master) graphics card on the primary (blue) PCI(Master) graphics card on the primary (blue) PCI

(Master) graphics card on the primary (blue) PCI

(Master) graphics card on the primary (blue) PCI(Master) graphics card on the primary (blue) PCI Express slot; otherwise, the system will not boot.Express slot; otherwise, the system will not boot.

Express slot; otherwise, the system will not boot.

Express slot; otherwise, the system will not boot.Express slot; otherwise, the system will not boot.

• If you do not configure the PCI Express device (s) according to the table below, the system may have a failed or delayed power-on self test (POST).

• Refer to the table below for possible PCI Express Card configurations.

PCI Express x16 slot configurationsPCI Express x16 slot configurations

PCI Express x16 slot configurations

PCI Express x16 slot configurationsPCI Express x16 slot configurations

Single

graphics

card

Dual

graphics

cards in

CrossFire™

mode*

Dual

graphics

cards (Dual

display)

PCIEX16_1 (blue) slotPCIEX16_1 (blue) slot

PCIEX16_1 (blue) slot

PCIEX16_1 (blue) slotPCIEX16_1 (blue) slot

Card TypeCard Type

Card Type

Card TypeCard Type

PCIe x16 graphics card x16

PCIe x16 graphics card x16 PCIe devices (non-VGA) x16

ATI CrossFire Edition x16 ATI CrossFire-ready x16 graphics card graphics card

Graphics card x16 Graphics card x16

SpeedSpeed

Speed

SpeedSpeed

PCIEX16_2 (black) slotPCIEX16_2 (black) slot

PCIEX16_2 (black) slot

PCIEX16_2 (black) slotPCIEX16_2 (black) slot

Card TypeCard Type

Card Type

Card TypeCard Type

SpeedSpeed

Speed

SpeedSpeed

* In CrossFire™ mode, install two ATI graphics cards from the same

GPU family.

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2.6 Jumper

Clear RTC RAM (CLRTC)Clear RTC RAM (CLRTC)

Clear RTC RAM (CLRTC)

Clear RTC RAM (CLRTC)Clear RTC RAM (CLRTC) This jumper allows you to clear the Real Time Clock (RTC) RAM in CMOS.

You can clear the CMOS memory of date, time, and system setup parameters by erasing the CMOS RTC RAM data. The onboard button cell battery powers the RAM data in CMOS, which include system setup information such as system passwords.

To erase the RTC RAM:

1. Turn OFF the computer and unplug the power cord.

2. Remove the onboard battery.

3. Move the jumper cap from pins 1-2 (default) to pins 2-3. Keep the cap on pins 2-3 for about 5~10 seconds, then move the cap back to pins 1-2.

4. Reinstall the battery.

5. Plug the power cord and turn ON the computer.

6. Hold down the <Del> key during the boot process and enter BIOS setup to re-enter data.

Except when clearing the RTC RAM, never remove the cap on CLRTC jumper default position. Removing the cap will cause system boot failure!

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You do not need to clear the RTC when the system hangs due to overclocking. For system failure due to overclocking, use the C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) feature. Shut down and reboot the system so the BIOS can automatically reset parameter settings to default values.

12 23

Normal Clear CMOS

(Default)

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2.7 Connectors

2.7.12.7.1

2.7.1

2.7.12.7.1

1.1.

PS/2 mouse port (green).PS/2 mouse port (green).

PS/2 mouse port (green). This port is for a PS/2 mouse.

1.1.

PS/2 mouse port (green).PS/2 mouse port (green).

2.2.

Parallel port.Parallel port.

Parallel port. This 25-pin port connects a parallel printer, a scanner,

2.2.

Parallel port.Parallel port.

Rear panel connectorsRear panel connectors

Rear panel connectors

Rear panel connectorsRear panel connectors

15 14 10

73 5 6

1112

or other devices.

3.3.

Side Speaker Out port (black). Side Speaker Out port (black).

Side Speaker Out port (black). This port connects the side

3.3.

Side Speaker Out port (black). Side Speaker Out port (black). speakers in an 8-channel audio configuration.

4.4.

Center/Subwoofer port (orange). Center/Subwoofer port (orange).

Center/Subwoofer port (orange). This port connects the

4.4.

Center/Subwoofer port (orange). Center/Subwoofer port (orange). center/subwoofer speakers.

5.5.

Line In port (light blue).Line In port (light blue).

Line In port (light blue). This port connects a tape, CD, DVD

5.5.

Line In port (light blue).Line In port (light blue). player, or other audio sources.

6.6.

Line Out port (lime).Line Out port (lime).

Line Out port (lime). This port connects a headphone or a

6.6.

Line Out port (lime).Line Out port (lime). speaker. In 4-channel, 6-channel, and 8-channel configuration, the function of this port becomes Front Speaker Out.

Refer to the audio configuration table below for the function of the audio ports in 2, 4, or 6, or 8-channel configuration.

Audio 2, 4, 6, or 8-channel configurationAudio 2, 4, 6, or 8-channel configuration

Audio 2, 4, 6, or 8-channel configuration

Audio 2, 4, 6, or 8-channel configurationAudio 2, 4, 6, or 8-channel configuration

PortPort

Port

PortPort

Light Blue Line In Line In Line In Line In Lime Line Out Front Speaker Out Front Speaker Out Front Speaker Out Pink Mic In Mic In Mic In Mic In Gray • Rear Speaker Out Rear Speaker Out Rear Speaker Out Black • • • Side Speaker Out Orange • • Center/Subwoofer Center/Subwoofer

HeadsetHeadset

Headset

HeadsetHeadset

2-channel2-channel

2-channel

2-channel2-channel

4-channel4-channel

4-channel

4-channel4-channel

6-channel6-channel

6-channel

6-channel6-channel

8-channel8-channel

8-channel

8-channel8-channel

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7.7.

LAN 1 (RJ-45) port. Supported by Marvell

7.7.

LAN 1 (RJ-45) port.LAN 1 (RJ-45) port.

Gigabit LAN controller, this port allows Gigabit connection to a Local Area Network (LAN) through a network hub. Refer to the table below for the LAN port LED indications.

8.8.

LAN 2 (RJ-45) port.LAN 2 (RJ-45) port.

LAN 2 (RJ-45) port. Supported by the Marvell

8.8.

LAN 2 (RJ-45) port.LAN 2 (RJ-45) port.

Gigabit LAN controller, this port allows Gigabit connection to a Local Area Network (LAN) through a network hub.

32-bit OS LAN port LED indications32-bit OS LAN port LED indications

32-bit OS LAN port LED indications

32-bit OS LAN port LED indications32-bit OS LAN port LED indications

ACTIVITY/

Activity/LinkActivity/Link

Activity/Link

Activity/LinkActivity/Link

OFF OFF Soft-off Mode

YELLOW* OFF During Power ON/OFF

YELLOW* ORANGE 100 Mbps connection

YELLOW* GREEN 1 Gbps connection

* Blinking

9.9.

USB 2.0 ports 3 and 4.USB 2.0 ports 3 and 4.

USB 2.0 ports 3 and 4. These two 4-pin Universal Serial Bus

9.9.

USB 2.0 ports 3 and 4.USB 2.0 ports 3 and 4.

Speed LEDSpeed LED

Speed LED

Speed LEDSpeed LED

DescriptionDescription

Description

DescriptionDescription

LINK LED

SPEED

LED

LAN port

(USB) ports are available for connecting USB 2.0 devices.

10.10.

USB 2.0 ports 1 and 2.USB 2.0 ports 1 and 2.

10.

USB 2.0 ports 1 and 2. These two 4-pin Universal Serial Bus

10.10.

USB 2.0 ports 1 and 2.USB 2.0 ports 1 and 2. (USB) ports are available for connecting USB 2.0 devices.

11.11.

Microphone port (pink)Microphone port (pink)

11.

Microphone port (pink). This port connects a microphone.

11.11.

Microphone port (pink)Microphone port (pink)

12.12.

Rear Speaker Out port (gray). Rear Speaker Out port (gray).

12.

Rear Speaker Out port (gray). This port connects the rear

12.12.

Rear Speaker Out port (gray). Rear Speaker Out port (gray). speakers on a 4-channel, 6-channel, or 8-channel audio configuration.

13.13.

External SATA port.External SATA port.

13.

External SATA port. This port connects to an external SATA box

13.13.

External SATA port.External SATA port. or a Serial ATA port multiplier.

The external SATA port supports external Serial ATA

1.5 and 3 Gb/s devices. Longer cables support higher power requirements to deliver signal up to two meters away, and enables improved hot-swap function.

Do not insert a different connector to this port.

14.14.

Optical S/PDIF Out port. Optical S/PDIF Out port.

14.

Optical S/PDIF Out port. This port connects an external audio

14.14.

Optical S/PDIF Out port. Optical S/PDIF Out port. output device via an optical S/PDIF cable.

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Coaxial S/PDIF Out port. Coaxial S/PDIF Out port.

15.

Coaxial S/PDIF Out port. This port connects an external audio

15.15.

Coaxial S/PDIF Out port. Coaxial S/PDIF Out port. output device via a coaxial S/PDIF cable.

16.16.

PS/2 keyboard port (purple).PS/2 keyboard port (purple).

16.

PS/2 keyboard port (purple). This port is for a PS/2 keyboard.

16.16.

PS/2 keyboard port (purple).PS/2 keyboard port (purple).

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1.1.

Floppy disk drive connector (34-1 pin FLOPPY)Floppy disk drive connector (34-1 pin FLOPPY)

Floppy disk drive connector (34-1 pin FLOPPY)

1.1.

Floppy disk drive connector (34-1 pin FLOPPY)Floppy disk drive connector (34-1 pin FLOPPY)

Internal connectorsInternal connectors

Internal connectors

Internal connectorsInternal connectors

This connector is for the provided floppy disk drive (FDD) signal cable. Insert one end of the cable to this connector, then connect the other end to the signal connector at the back of the floppy disk drive.

Pin 5 on the connector is removed to prevent incorrect cable connection when using an FDD cable with a covered Pin 5.

PIN 1

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IDE connectors (40-1 pin PRI_IDE; 40-1 pin SEC_IDE)IDE connectors (40-1 pin PRI_IDE; 40-1 pin SEC_IDE)

IDE connectors (40-1 pin PRI_IDE; 40-1 pin SEC_IDE)

2.2.

IDE connectors (40-1 pin PRI_IDE; 40-1 pin SEC_IDE)IDE connectors (40-1 pin PRI_IDE; 40-1 pin SEC_IDE) The onboard IDE connectors are for Ultra DMA (133/)100/66 signal

cable(s). There are three connectors on each Ultra DMA 133/100/66 signal cable: blue, black, and gray. Connect the blue connector to the motherboard's IDE connector, then select one of the following modes to configure your device(s).

Drive jumperDrive jumper

Drive jumper

Drive jumperDrive jumper settingsetting

setting

settingsetting

Single device Cable-Select or Master - Black Two devices Cable-Select Master Black

Master Master Slave Slave

ModeMode

Mode

ModeMode of device(s)of device(s)

of device(s)

of device(s)of device(s)

Slave Gray

CableCable

Cable

CableCable connectorconnector

connector

connectorconnector

Black or gray

• Pin 20 on the IDE connector is removed to match the covered hole on the Ultra DMA cable connector. This prevents incorrect insertion when you connect the IDE cable.

• Use the 80-conductor IDE cable for Ultra DMA 100/66 IDE devices.

If any device jumper is set as "Cable-Select," make sure all other device jumpers have the same setting.

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PRI_IDE

PIN 1

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3.3.

Serial ATA connectorsSerial ATA connectors

Serial ATA connectors

3.3.

Serial ATA connectorsSerial ATA connectors (7-pin SATA1 [red], SATA2 [red], SATA3 [black],(7-pin SATA1 [red], SATA2 [red], SATA3 [black],

(7-pin SATA1 [red], SATA2 [red], SATA3 [black],

(7-pin SATA1 [red], SATA2 [red], SATA3 [black],(7-pin SATA1 [red], SATA2 [red], SATA3 [black], SATA4 [black])SATA4 [black])

SATA4 [black])

SATA4 [black])SATA4 [black]) These connectors are for the Serial ATA signal cables for Serial ATA

hard disk drives.

If you installed Serial ATA hard disk drives, you can can create a RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 0+1, RAID 5, and JBOD configuration. Refer to Chapter 5 for information on creating a RAID configuration.

Enable the

Serial ATA Controller Serial ATA Controller

Serial ATA Controller and

Serial ATA Controller Serial ATA Controller items in the BIOS if you want to use the Serial ATA RAID feature. See section “4.3.6 Storage Configuration” for details.

Onboard SATA Boot ROMOnboard SATA Boot ROM

Onboard SATA Boot ROM

Onboard SATA Boot ROMOnboard SATA Boot ROM

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GND

RSATA_TXP3

RSATA_RXN3

RSATA_TXN3

SATA3 SATA4

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RSATA_RXP1

RSATA_RXN1

GND

RSATA_TXP1

RSATA_TXN1

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GND

RSATA_RXP4

RSATA_RXN4

RSATA_RXP2

RSATA_RXN2

GND

RSATA_TXP4

RSATA_TXN4

RSATA_TXP2

RSATA_TXN2

GND

• Plug your Serial ATA boot disk on the master port (SATA1/2 to support S3 function).

• Install the Windows

2000 Service Pack 4 or the Windows® XP

Service Pack1 or later when using Serial ATA.

• In RAID mode, the system cannot boot from a SATA CD-ROM which is connected with the ULi M1575 controller.

Serial ATA hard disk drive connectionSerial ATA hard disk drive connection

Serial ATA hard disk drive connection

Serial ATA hard disk drive connectionSerial ATA hard disk drive connection

ConnectorConnector

Connector

ConnectorConnector

ColorColor

Color

ColorColor

SettingSetting

Setting

SettingSetting

UseUse

Use

UseUse

SATA1/SATA2 Red Master Boot disk SATA3/SATA4 Black Slave Data Disk

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Silicon Image Serial ATA RAID connectorSilicon Image Serial ATA RAID connector

Silicon Image Serial ATA RAID connector

4.4.

Silicon Image Serial ATA RAID connectorSilicon Image Serial ATA RAID connector (7-pin SATA_RAID2)(7-pin SATA_RAID2)

(7-pin SATA_RAID2)

(7-pin SATA_RAID2)(7-pin SATA_RAID2) This connector is for a Serial ATA signal cable. It supports a Serial ATA

hard disk drive that you can combine with an external Serial ATA 3 Gb/s device to configure a RAID 0 or RAID 1 set through the onboard Silicon Image SATA RAID controller.

If you intend to create a RAID configuration using this connector, set the Silicon 3132 ControllerSilicon 3132 Controller

Silicon 3132 Controller item in the BIOS to [RAID Mode]. See

Silicon 3132 ControllerSilicon 3132 Controller section “4.4.4 Onboard Devices Configuration” for details.

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• Before creating a RAID set using Serial ATA hard disks, make sure that you have connected the Serial ATA signal cable and installed Serial ATA hard disk drives; otherwise, you cannot enter the Silicon Image RAID utility and SATA BIOS setup during POST.

• Use this connector and an external Serial ATA box connected to the external SATA port, if you want to configure a RAID 0 or RAID 1 set.

• The Serial ATA port multiplier and external Serial ATA box are purchased separately.

DO NOT unplug the external Serial ATA box when a RAID 0 or RAID 1 is configured.

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5.5.

CPU, Chassis, and Power fan connectorsCPU, Chassis, and Power fan connectors

CPU, Chassis, and Power fan connectors

5.5.

CPU, Chassis, and Power fan connectorsCPU, Chassis, and Power fan connectors (3-pin CPU_FAN, 3-pin CHA_FAN1, 3-pin CHA_FAN2,(3-pin CPU_FAN, 3-pin CHA_FAN1, 3-pin CHA_FAN2,

(3-pin CPU_FAN, 3-pin CHA_FAN1, 3-pin CHA_FAN2,

(3-pin CPU_FAN, 3-pin CHA_FAN1, 3-pin CHA_FAN2,(3-pin CPU_FAN, 3-pin CHA_FAN1, 3-pin CHA_FAN2, 3-pin PWR_FAN)3-pin PWR_FAN)

3-pin PWR_FAN)

3-pin PWR_FAN)3-pin PWR_FAN) The fan connectors support cooling fans of 350 mA ~ 2000 mA (24 W

max.) or a total of 1 A ~ 3.48 A (41.76 W max.) at +12 V. Connect the fan cables to the fan connectors on the motherboard, making sure that the black wire of each cable matches the ground pin of the connector.

Do not forget to connect the fan cables to the fan connectors. Insufficient air flow inside the system may damage the motherboard components. These are not jumpers! DO NOT place jumper caps on the fan connectors.

CPU_FAN

PWR_FAN

CHA_FAN1

PWR_FAN

GND +12V Rotation

CPU_FAN

GND

+12V

Rotation

CHA_FAN2

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Only the CPU_FAN and CHA_FAN1 connectors support the ASUS Q-Fan 2 feature.

For some chassis models with short 3-pin chassis fan cable, connect the cable to the PWR_FAN connector.

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USB connectors (10-1 pin USB56, USB78_WFG)USB connectors (10-1 pin USB56, USB78_WFG)

USB connectors (10-1 pin USB56, USB78_WFG)

6.6.

USB connectors (10-1 pin USB56, USB78_WFG)USB connectors (10-1 pin USB56, USB78_WFG) These connectors are for USB 2.0 ports. Connect the USB/GAME

module cable to any of these connectors, then install the module to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis. These USB connectors comply with USB 2.0 specification that supports up to 480 Mbps connection speed.

USB+5V

USB_P6-

USB_P6+

GND

USB+5V

USB_P5-

USB_P5+

GND

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USB+5V

USB_P8-

USB_P8+

USB+5V

USB_P7-

USB_P7+

GND

USB56

Never connect a

1394 cable1394 cable

1394 cable to the USB connectors. Doing so will

1394 cable1394 cable

damage the motherboard!

7.7.

Power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR, 4-pin ATX12V)Power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR, 4-pin ATX12V)

Power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR, 4-pin ATX12V)

7.7.

Power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR, 4-pin ATX12V)Power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR, 4-pin ATX12V) These connectors are for an ATX power supply. The plugs from the

power supply are designed to fit these connectors in only one orientation. Find the proper orientation and push down firmly until the connectors completely fit.

EATXPWR

ATX12V

GND

+12V DC

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+3 Volts

-12 Volts Ground PSON# Ground Ground Ground

-5 Volts

+5 Volts +5 Volts +5 Volts

Ground

+3 Volts +3 Volts Ground +5 Volts Ground +5 Volts Ground Power OK +5V Standby +12 Volts +12 Volts +3 Volts

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•

For a fully-configured system, we recommend that you use a power supply unit (PSU) that complies with ATX 12 V Specification 2.0 (or later version) and provides a minimum power of 400 W.

•

Do not forget to connect the 4-pin ATX +12 V power plug; otherwise, the system will not boot up.

•

The ATX 12 V Specification 2.0 compliant (400 W) PSU has been tested to support the below configuration:

CPU: AMD FX-57 Memory: 512 MB DDR (x4) Graphics card: PCI Express x16 ATI X850 Hard disk: SATA HD (x2) ATAPI: CD-ROM (x1)

• Use of a PSU with a higher power output is recommended when configuring a system with more power-consuming devices. The system may become unstable or may not boot up if the power is inadequate.

•

If you want to use the ATI CrossFire™ Graphics solution, use a PSU with 500 ~ 600 W power to ensure system stability.

8.8.

GAME/MIDI port connector (16-1 pin GAME)GAME/MIDI port connector (16-1 pin GAME)

GAME/MIDI port connector (16-1 pin GAME)

8.8.

GAME/MIDI port connector (16-1 pin GAME)GAME/MIDI port connector (16-1 pin GAME) This connector is for a GAME/MIDI port. Connect the USB/GAME

module cable to this connector, then install the module to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis. The GAME/MIDI port connects a joystick or game pad for playing games, and MIDI devices for playing or editing audio files.

GND

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J1CY

J1B2

J2B2

J2CY

MIDI_IN

J1CX

J1B1

+5V

J2B1

J2CX

MIDI_OUT

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Serial port connector (10-1 pin COM1)Serial port connector (10-1 pin COM1)

Serial port connector (10-1 pin COM1)

9.9.

Serial port connector (10-1 pin COM1)Serial port connector (10-1 pin COM1) This connector is for a serial (COM) port. Connect the serial port

module cable to this connector, then install the module to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis.

COM1

PIN 1

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10.10.

IEEE 1394a connector (10-1 pin IE1394_1; 10-1 pinIEEE 1394a connector (10-1 pin IE1394_1; 10-1 pin

10.

IEEE 1394a connector (10-1 pin IE1394_1; 10-1 pin

10.10.

IEEE 1394a connector (10-1 pin IE1394_1; 10-1 pinIEEE 1394a connector (10-1 pin IE1394_1; 10-1 pin IE1394_2)IE1394_2)

IE1394_2)

IE1394_2)IE1394_2) These connectors are for IEEE 1394a ports. Connect the IEEE 1394a

module cable to this connector, then install the module to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis.

TPA2-

GND

TPB2-

+12V

TPA2+

GND

TPB2+

GND

+12V

TPA2-

GND

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TPB2+

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NEVER connect a

USB cable USB cable

USB cable to the IEEE 1394a connector. Doing so

USB cable USB cable

will damage the motherboard!

+12V

GND

IE1394_2

+12V

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11.11.

Chassis intrusion connector (4-1 pin CHASSIS)Chassis intrusion connector (4-1 pin CHASSIS)

11.

Chassis intrusion connector (4-1 pin CHASSIS)

11.11.

Chassis intrusion connector (4-1 pin CHASSIS)Chassis intrusion connector (4-1 pin CHASSIS) This connector is for a chassis-mounted intrusion detection sensor or

switch. Connect one end of the chassis intrusion sensor or switch cable to this connector. The chassis intrusion sensor or switch sends a high-level signal to this connector when a chassis component is removed or replaced. The signal is then generated as a chassis intrusion event.

By default, the pins labeled “Chassis Signal” and “Ground” are shorted with a jumper cap. Remove the jumper caps only when you intend to use the chassis intrusion detection feature.

+5VSB_MB

Chassis Signal

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GND

(Default)

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Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP)Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP)

12.

Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP)

12.12.

Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP)Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP) This connector is for a chassis-mounted front panel audio I/O module

that supports either HD Audio or legacy AC ‘97 audio standard. Connect one end of the front panel audio I/O module cable to this connector.

AAFP

Azalia

compliant definition

SENSE2_RETUR

SENSE1_RETUR

PRESENCE#

GND

Legacy AC’97

compliant definition

AGND

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PORT1 R

PORT2 L

PORT2 R

SENSE_SEND

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MIC_R

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•

We recommend that you connect a high-definition front panel audio module to this connector to avail of the motherboard’s high-definition audio capability.

•

Make sure the HD Audio item in the BIOS is set to [Enabled] to avail of the motherboard’s high-definition audio capability. See sectoin “4.4.4 Onboard Devices Configuration” for details.

13.13.

Audio connector (4-pin CD [black])Audio connector (4-pin CD [black])

13.

Audio connector (4-pin CD [black])

13.13.

Audio connector (4-pin CD [black])Audio connector (4-pin CD [black]) These connector allows you to receive stereo audio input from sound

sources such as a CD-ROM, TV-tuner, or MPEG card.

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14.14.

System panel connector (20-1 pin PANEL)System panel connector (20-1 pin PANEL)

14.

System panel connector (20-1 pin PANEL)

14.14.

System panel connector (20-1 pin PANEL)System panel connector (20-1 pin PANEL)

This connector supports several chassis-mounted functions.

PLED SPEAKER

Ground

PWR

+5V

Ground

Speaker

Ground

Reset

Ground

RESET

PLED-

PLED+

PANEL

IDE_LED-

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The sytem panel connector is color-coded for easy connection. Refer to the connector description below for details.

System power LED (Green 3-pin PLED)System power LED (Green 3-pin PLED)

•

System power LED (Green 3-pin PLED)

System power LED (Green 3-pin PLED)System power LED (Green 3-pin PLED) This 3-pin connector is for the system power LED. Connect the chassis power LED cable to this connector. The system power LED lights up when you turn on the system power, and blinks when the system is in sleep mode.

Hard disk drive activity (Red 2-pin IDE_LED)Hard disk drive activity (Red 2-pin IDE_LED)

•

Hard disk drive activity (Red 2-pin IDE_LED)

Hard disk drive activity (Red 2-pin IDE_LED)Hard disk drive activity (Red 2-pin IDE_LED) This 2-pin connector is for the HDD Activity LED. Connect the HDD Activity LED cable to this connector. The IDE LED lights up or flashes when data is read from or written to the HDD.

System warning speaker (Orange 4-pin SPEAKER)System warning speaker (Orange 4-pin SPEAKER)

•

System warning speaker (Orange 4-pin SPEAKER)

System warning speaker (Orange 4-pin SPEAKER)System warning speaker (Orange 4-pin SPEAKER) This 4-pin connector is for the chassis-mounted system warning speaker. The speaker allows you to hear system beeps and warnings.

Power/Soft-off button (Yellow 2-pin PWRSW)Power/Soft-off button (Yellow 2-pin PWRSW)

•

Power/Soft-off button (Yellow 2-pin PWRSW)

Power/Soft-off button (Yellow 2-pin PWRSW)Power/Soft-off button (Yellow 2-pin PWRSW) This connector is for the system power button. Pressing the power button turns the system ON or puts the system in SLEEP or SOFT-OFF mode depending on the BIOS settings. Pressing the power switch for more than four seconds while the system is ON turns the system OFF.

Reset button (Blue 2-pin RESET)Reset button (Blue 2-pin RESET)

•

Reset button (Blue 2-pin RESET)

Reset button (Blue 2-pin RESET)Reset button (Blue 2-pin RESET) This 2-pin connector is for the chassis-mounted reset button for system reboot without turning off the system power.

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This chapter describes the power up sequence, the vocal POST messages, and ways of shutting down the system.

Powering up

Chapter summary

3.1 Starting up for the first time................................................ 3-1

3.2 Powering off the computer .................................................. 3-2

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3.1 Starting up for the first time

1. After making all the connections, replace the system case cover.

2. Be sure that all switches are off.

3. Connect the power cord to the power connector at the back of the system chassis.

4. Connect the power cord to a power outlet that is equipped with a surge protector.

5. Turn on the devices in the following order: a. Monitor b. External SCSI devices (starting with the last device on the chain) c. System power

6. After applying power, the system power LED on the system front panel case lights up. For systems with ATX power supplies, the system LED lights up when you press the ATX power button. If your monitor complies with “green” standards or if it has a “power standby” feature, the monitor LED may light up or switch between orange and green after the system LED turns on.

The system then runs the power-on self tests or POST. While the tests are running, the BIOS beeps (see BIOS beep codes table below) or additional messages appear on the screen. If you do not see anything within 30 seconds from the time you turned on the power, the system may have failed a power-on test. Check the jumper settings and connections or call your retailer for assistance.

AMI BIOS beep codesAMI BIOS beep codes

AMI BIOS beep codes

AMI BIOS beep codesAMI BIOS beep codes

Beep DescriptionBeep Description

Beep Description

Beep DescriptionBeep Description

One beep Keyboard controller error

Two continuous beeps followed by Floppy controller failure two short beeps

Two continuous beeps followed by Hardware component failure four short beeps

ErrorError

Error

ErrorError

Refresh Time error No master drive detected

7. At power on, hold down the <Delete> key to enter the BIOS Setup. Follow the instructions in Chapter 4.

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3.2.13.2.1

3.2.1

3.2.13.2.1

If you are using Windows® 2000:

1. Click the

2. Make sure that the the

3. The power supply should turn off after Windows

If you are using Windows

1. Click the

2. Click the

3. The power supply should turn off after Windows

3.2.23.2.2

3.2.2

3.2.23.2.2

While the system is ON, pressing the power switch for less than four seconds puts the system to sleep mode or to soft-off mode, depending on the BIOS setting. Pressing the power switch for more than four seconds lets the system enter the soft-off mode regardless of the BIOS setting. Refer to section “4.5 Power Menu” in Chapter 4 for details.

Using the OS shut down functionUsing the OS shut down function

Using the OS shut down function

Using the OS shut down functionUsing the OS shut down function

Start Start

Start button then click

Start Start

Shut DownShut Down

Shut Down option button is selected, then click

Shut DownShut Down

OK OK

O K button to shut down the computer.

OK OK

XP:

Start Start

Start button then select

Start Start Turn Off Turn Off

Turn Off button to shut down the computer.

Turn Off Turn Off

Using the dual function power switchUsing the dual function power switch

Using the dual function power switch

Using the dual function power switchUsing the dual function power switch

Shut Down...Shut Down...

Shut Down...

Shut Down...Shut Down...

shuts down.

Turn Off Computer.Turn Off Computer.

Turn Off Computer.

Turn Off Computer.Turn Off Computer.

shuts down.

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Chapter 3: Powering up

Chapter 3: Powering upChapter 3: Powering up

This chapter tells how to change the system settings through the BIOS Setup menus. Detailed descriptions of the BIOS parameters are also provided.

BIOS setup

Chapter summary

4.1 Managing and updating your BIOS ........................................ 4-1

4.2 BIOS setup program ........................................................... 4-11

4.3 Main menu .......................................................................... 4-14

4.4 Advanced menu .................................................................. 4-18

4.5 Power menu ........................................................................ 4-35

4.6 Boot menu .......................................................................... 4-40

4.7 Exit menu ........................................................................... 4-45

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4.1 Managing and updating your BIOS

The following utilities allow you to manage and update the motherboard Basic Input/Output System (BIOS) setup.

ASUS Update ASUS Update

ASUS Update (Updates the BIOS in Windows

ASUS Update ASUS Update ASUS EZ Flash ASUS EZ Flash

ASUS EZ Flash (Updates the BIOS using a floppy disk during POST.)

ASUS EZ Flash ASUS EZ Flash ASUS AFUDOS ASUS AFUDOS

ASUS AFUDOS (Updates the BIOS in DOS mode using a bootable

ASUS AFUDOS ASUS AFUDOS floppy disk.)

ASUS CrashFree BIOS 2 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 2

ASUS CrashFree BIOS 2 (Updates the BIOS using a bootable

ASUS CrashFree BIOS 2 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 2 floppy disk or the motherboard support CD when the BIOS file fails or gets corrupted.)

Refer to the corresponding sections for details on these utilities.

Save a copy of the original motherboard BIOS file to a bootable floppy disk in case you need to restore the BIOS in the future. Copy the original motherboard BIOS using the ASUS Update or AFUDOS utilities.

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4.1.14.1.1

The ASUS Update is a utility that allows you to manage, save, and update the motherboard BIOS in Windows® environment. The ASUS Update utility allows you to:

ASUS Update utilityASUS Update utility

ASUS Update utility

ASUS Update utilityASUS Update utility

environment.)

• Save the current BIOS file

• Download the latest BIOS file from the Internet

• Update the BIOS from an updated BIOS file

• Update the BIOS directly from the Internet, and

• View the BIOS version information.

This utility is available in the support CD that comes with the motherboard package.

ASUS Update requires an Internet connection either through a network or an Internet Service Provider (ISP).

Installing ASUS UpdateInstalling ASUS Update

Installing ASUS Update

Installing ASUS UpdateInstalling ASUS Update

To install ASUS Update:

1. Place the support CD in the optical drive. The

2. Click the VX.XX.XXVX.XX.XX

VX.XX.XX. See page 5-4 for the

VX.XX.XXVX.XX.XX

Utilities Utilities

Utilities tab, then click

Utilities Utilities

Install ASUS UpdateInstall ASUS Update

Install ASUS Update

Install ASUS UpdateInstall ASUS Update

Utilities Utilities

Utilities screen menu.

Utilities Utilities

Drivers Drivers

Drivers menu appears.

Drivers Drivers

3. The ASUS Update utility is copied to your system.

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Quit all Windows® applications before you update the BIOS using this utility.

Updating the BIOS through the InternetUpdating the BIOS through the Internet

Updating the BIOS through the Internet

Updating the BIOS through the InternetUpdating the BIOS through the Internet

To update the BIOS through the Internet:

1. Launch the ASUS Update utility from the Windows clicking ASUSUpdateASUSUpdate

ASUSUpdate. The ASUS Update main window appears.

ASUSUpdateASUSUpdate

Start Start

Start >

Start Start

Programs Programs

Programs >

Programs Programs

ASUS ASUS

ASUS >

ASUS ASUS

ASUSUpdate ASUSUpdate

ASUSUpdate >

ASUSUpdate ASUSUpdate

desktop by

2. Select

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Update BIOS fromUpdate BIOS from

Update BIOS from

Update BIOS fromUpdate BIOS from

the Internet the Internet

the Internet option from the

the Internet the Internet drop-down menu, then click NextNext

Next.

NextNext

3. Select the ASUS FTP site nearest you to avoid network traffic, or click

NextNext

Click

Next.

NextNext

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Chapter 4: BIOS setup

Chapter 4: BIOS setupChapter 4: BIOS setup

Auto SelectAuto Select

Auto Select.

Auto SelectAuto Select

4. From the FTP site, select the BIOS version that you wish to download. Click Next.

5. Follow the screen instructions to complete the update process.

The ASUS Update utility is capable of updating itself through the Internet. Always update the utility to avail all its features.

Updating the BIOS through a BIOS fileUpdating the BIOS through a BIOS file

Updating the BIOS through a BIOS file

Updating the BIOS through a BIOS fileUpdating the BIOS through a BIOS file

To update the BIOS through a BIOS file:

1. Launch the ASUS Update utility from the Windows clicking ASUSUpdateASUSUpdate

ASUSUpdate. The ASUS Update main window appears.

ASUSUpdateASUSUpdate

Start Start

Start >

Start Start

Programs Programs

Programs >

Programs Programs

ASUS ASUS

ASUS >

ASUS ASUS

ASUSUpdate ASUSUpdate

ASUSUpdate >

ASUSUpdate ASUSUpdate

desktop by

2. Select file file

file option from the drop-down

file file menu, then click

Update BIOS from aUpdate BIOS from a

Update BIOS from a

Update BIOS from aUpdate BIOS from a

NextNext

Next.

NextNext

3. Locate the BIOS file from the Open Open

Open window, then click

Open Open

SaveSave

Save.

SaveSave

4. Follow the screen instructions to complete the update process.

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Creating a bootable floppy diskCreating a bootable floppy disk

Creating a bootable floppy disk

Creating a bootable floppy diskCreating a bootable floppy disk

1. Do either one of the following to create a bootable floppy disk.

DOS environment

a. Insert a 1.44MB floppy disk into the drive. b. At the DOS prompt, type format A:/S

then press <Enter>.

Windows® XP environment

a. Insert a 1.44 MB floppy disk to the floppy disk drive. b. Click

ComputerComputer

Computer.

ComputerComputer

Start Start

Start from the Windows

Start Start

desktop, then select

MyMy

c. Select the 3 1/2 Floppy Drive icon. d. Click

e. Select options field, then click

File File

File from the menu, then select

File File

Floppy DiskFloppy Disk

Floppy Disk window appears.

Floppy DiskFloppy Disk

Create an MS-DOS startup disk Create an MS-DOS startup disk

Create an MS-DOS startup disk from the format

Create an MS-DOS startup disk Create an MS-DOS startup disk

StartStart

Start.

StartStart

FormatFormat

Format. A

FormatFormat

Format 3 1/2Format 3 1/2

Format 3 1/2

Format 3 1/2Format 3 1/2

Windows® 2000 environment

To create a set of boot disks for Windows

2000:

a. Insert a formatted, high density 1.44 MB floppy disk into the drive.

b. Insert the Windows c. Click

StartStart

Start, then select

StartStart

2000 CD to the optical drive.

RunRun

Run.

RunRun

d. From the Open field, type

D:\bootdisk\makeboot a:

assuming that D: is your optical drive.

e. Press <Enter>, then follow screen instructions to continue.

2. Copy the original or the latest motherboard BIOS file to the bootable floppy disk.

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ASUS EZ Flash utilityASUS EZ Flash utility

ASUS EZ Flash utility

ASUS EZ Flash utilityASUS EZ Flash utility

The ASUS EZ Flash feature allows you to update the BIOS without having to go through the long process of booting from a floppy disk and using a DOS-based utility. The EZ Flash utility is built-in the BIOS chip so it is accessible by pressing <Alt> + <F2> during the Power-On Self Tests (POST).

To update the BIOS using EZ Flash:

1. Visit the ASUS website (www.asus.com) to download the latest BIOS file for the motherboard and rename the same to

A8R32-MVP.ROMA8R32-MVP.ROM

A8R32-MVP.ROM.

A8R32-MVP.ROMA8R32-MVP.ROM

2. Save the BIOS file to a floppy disk, then restart the system.

3. Press <Alt> + <F2> during POST to display the following.

EZFlash starting BIOS update Checking for floppy...

4. Insert the floppy disk that contains the BIOS file to the floppy disk drive. When the correct BIOS file is found, EZ Flash performs the BIOS update process and automatically reboots the system when done.

EZFlash starting BIOS update Checking for floppy... Floppy found! Reading file “A8R32-MVP.ROM”. Completed.

Start erasing.......|

Start programming...| Flashed successfully. Rebooting.

• Do not shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS to prevent system boot failure!

• A “Floppy not found!” error message appears if there is no floppy disk in the drive. A “A8R32-MVP.ROM not found!” error message appears if the correct BIOS file is not found in the floppy disk. Make sure that you rename the BIOS file to A8R32-MVP.ROM.

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AFUDOS utilityAFUDOS utility

AFUDOS utility

AFUDOS utilityAFUDOS utility

The AFUDOS utility allows you to update the BIOS file in DOS environment using a bootable floppy disk with the updated BIOS file. This utility also allows you to copy the current BIOS file that you can use as backup when the BIOS fails or gets corrupted during the updating process.

Copying the current BIOSCopying the current BIOS

Copying the current BIOS

Copying the current BIOSCopying the current BIOS

To copy the current BIOS file using the AFUDOS utility:

• Make sure that the floppy disk is not write-protected and has at least 600 KB free space to save the file.

• The succeeding BIOS screens are for reference only. The actual BIOS screen displays may not be exactly the same as shown.

1. Copy the AFUDOS utility (afudos.exe) from the motherboard support CD to the bootable floppy disk you created earlier.

2. Boot the system in DOS mode, then at the prompt type:

afudos /o[filename]

where the [filename] is any user-assigned filename not more than eight alphanumeric characters for the main filename and three alphanumeric characters for the extension name.

A:\>afudos /oOLDBIOS1.ROM

Main filenameMain filename

Main filename

Main filenameMain filename

Extension nameExtension name

Extension name

Extension nameExtension name

3. Press <Enter>. The utility copies the current BIOS file to the floppy disk.

A:\>afudos /oOLDBIOS1.ROM

AMI Firmware Update Utility - Version 1.10

Reading flash ..... done

A:\>

The utility returns to the DOS prompt after copying the current BIOS file.

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Updating the BIOS fileUpdating the BIOS file

Updating the BIOS file

Updating the BIOS fileUpdating the BIOS file

To update the BIOS file using the AFUDOS utility:

1. Visit the ASUS website (www.asus.com) and download the latest BIOS file for the motherboard. Save the BIOS file to a bootable floppy disk.

Write the BIOS filename on a piece of paper. You need to type the exact BIOS filename at the DOS prompt.

2. Copy the AFUDOS utility (afudos.exe) from the motherboard support CD to the bootable floppy disk you created earlier.

3. Boot the system in DOS mode, then at the prompt type:

afudos /i[filename]

where [filename] is the latest or the original BIOS file on the bootable floppy disk.

A:\>afudos /iA8R32-MVP.ROM

4. The utility verifies the file and starts updating the BIOS.

WARNING!! Do not turn off power during flash BIOS

Reading file ..... done

Reading flash .... done

Advance Check........

Erasing flash .... done

Writing flash .... 0x0008CC00 (9%)

Do not shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS to prevent system boot failure!

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WARNING!! Do not turn off power during flash BIOS

Reading file ..... done

Reading flash .... done

Search bootblock version

Advance Check.........

Erasing flash ..... done

Writing flash ..... done

Verifying flash ... done

Please restart your computer

A:\>

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ASUS CrashFree BIOS 2 utilityASUS CrashFree BIOS 2 utility

ASUS CrashFree BIOS 2 utility

ASUS CrashFree BIOS 2 utilityASUS CrashFree BIOS 2 utility

The ASUS CrashFree BIOS 2 is an auto recovery tool that allows you to restore the BIOS file when it fails or gets corrupted during the updating process. You can update a corrupted BIOS file using the motherboard support CD or the floppy disk that contains the updated BIOS file.

• Prepare the motherboard support CD or the floppy disk containing the updated motherboard BIOS before using this utility.

• Make sure that you rename the original or updated BIOS file in the floppy disk to

Recovering the BIOS from a floppy diskRecovering the BIOS from a floppy disk

Recovering the BIOS from a floppy disk

Recovering the BIOS from a floppy diskRecovering the BIOS from a floppy disk

A8R32-MVP.ROM.A8R32-MVP.ROM.

A8R32-MVP.ROM.

A8R32-MVP.ROM.A8R32-MVP.ROM.

To recover the BIOS from a floppy disk:

1. Turn on the system.

2. Insert the floppy disk with the original or updated BIOS file to the floppy disk drive.

3. The utility displays the following message and automatically checks the floppy disk for the original or updated BIOS file.

Bad BIOS checksum. Starting BIOS recovery...

Checking for floppy...

When found, the utility reads the BIOS file and starts flashing the corrupted BIOS file.

Bad BIOS checksum. Starting BIOS recovery... Checking for floppy... Floppy found! Reading file “A8R32-MVP.ROM”. Completed. Start flashing...

DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS! Doing so can cause system boot failure!

4. Restart the system after the utility completes the updating process.

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Recovering the BIOS from the support CD

Recovering the BIOS from the support CDRecovering the BIOS from the support CD

To recover the BIOS from the support CD:

1. Remove any floppy disk from the floppy disk drive, then turn on the system.

2. Insert the support CD to the optical drive.

3. The utility displays the following message and automatically checks the floppy disk for the original or updated BIOS file.

Bad BIOS checksum. Starting BIOS recovery... Checking for floppy...

When no floppy disk is found, the utility automatically checks the optical drive for the original or updated BIOS file. The utility then updates the corrupted BIOS file.

Bad BIOS checksum. Starting BIOS recovery... Checking for floppy... Floppy not found! Checking for CD-ROM... CD-ROM found! Reading file “A8R32-MVP.ROM”. Completed. Start flashing...

DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS! Doing so can cause system boot failure!

4. Restart the system after the utility completes the updating process.

The recovered BIOS may not be the latest BIOS version for this motherboard. Visit the ASUS website (www.asus.com) to download the latest BIOS file.

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4.2 BIOS setup program

This motherboard supports a programmable firmware chip that you can update using the provided utility described in section updating your BIOS.”

Use the BIOS Setup program when you are installing a motherboard, reconfiguring your system, or prompted to “Run Setup.” This section explains how to configure your system using this utility.

Even if you are not prompted to use the Setup program, you can change the configuration of your computer in the future. For example, you can enable the security password feature or change the power management settings. This requires you to reconfigure your system using the BIOS Setup program so that the computer can recognize these changes and record them in the CMOS RAM or the firmware hub.

The firmware hub on the motherboard stores the Setup utility. When you start up the computer, the system provides you with the opportunity to run this program. Press <Del>

during the Power-On-Self-Test (POST) to

enter the Setup utility; otherwise, POST continues with its test routines.

“

4.1 Managing and

If you wish to enter Setup after POST, restart the system by pressing <Ctrl+Alt+Delete>, or by pressing the reset button on the system chassis. You can also restart by turning the system off and then back on. Do this last option only if the first two failed.

The Setup program is designed to make it as easy to use as possible. Being a menu-driven program, it lets you scroll through the various sub-menus and make your selections from the available options using the navigation keys.

• The default BIOS settings for this motherboard apply for most conditions to ensure optimum performance. If the system becomes unstable after changing any BIOS settings, load the default settings to ensure system compatibility and stability. Select the Default SettingsDefault Settings

Default Settings item under the Exit Menu. See section “4.7 Exit

Default SettingsDefault Settings Menu.”

• The BIOS setup screens shown in this section are for reference purposes only, and may not exactly match what you see on your screen.

• Visit the ASUS website (www.asus.com) to download the latest BIOS file for this motherboard.

LoadLoad

Load

LoadLoad

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BIOS menu screenBIOS menu screen

BIOS menu screen

BIOS menu screenBIOS menu screen

Menu itemsMenu items

Menu items

Menu itemsMenu items

Main Advanced Power Boot Exit

System Time [10:55:25] System Date [Thu 12/15/2005] Legacy Diskette A [1.44M, 3.5 in] Language [English]

Primary IDE Master [ST320410A] Primary IDE Slave [ASUS CD-S520/A] Secondary IDE Master [Not Detected] Secondary IDE Slave [Not Detected] Third IDE Master [Not Detected] Third IDE Slave [Not Detected] Fourt IDE Master [Not Detected] Fourth IDE Slave [Not Detected] Storage Configuration

System Information

Sub-menu itemsSub-menu items

Sub-menu items

Sub-menu itemsSub-menu items

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Menu barMenu bar

Menu bar

Menu barMenu bar

Menu bar

Menu barMenu bar

Configuration fieldsConfiguration fields

Configuration fields

Configuration fieldsConfiguration fields

BIOS SETUP UTILITY

General helpGeneral help

General help

General helpGeneral help

Use [ENTER], [TAB] or [SHIFT-TAB] to select a field.

Use [+] or [-] to configure the System Time.

Select Screen

Select Item +- Change Field Tab Select Field F1 General Help F10 Save and Exit ESC Exit

Navigation keysNavigation keys

Navigation keys

Navigation keysNavigation keys

The menu bar on top of the screen has the following main items:

MainMain

Main For changing the basic system configuration

MainMain AdvancedAdvanced

Advanced For changing the advanced system settings

AdvancedAdvanced PowerPower

Power For changing the advanced power management (APM)

PowerPower

configuration

BootBoot

Boot For changing the system boot configuration

BootBoot ExitExit

Exit For selecting the exit options and loading default

ExitExit

settings

To select an item on the menu bar, press the right or left arrow key on the keyboard until the desired item is highlighted.

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Navigation keysNavigation keys

Navigation keys

Navigation keysNavigation keys

At the bottom right corner of a menu screen are the navigation keys for that particular menu. Use the navigation keys to select items in the menu and change the settings.

Some of the navigation keys differ from one screen to another.

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Menu itemsMenu items

Menu items

Menu itemsMenu items

The highlighted item on the menu bar displays the specific items for that menu. For example, selecting

Main Main

Main shows the Main menu items.

Main Main

The other items (Advanced, Power, Boot, and Exit) on the menu bar have their respective menu items.

Main Advanced Power Boot Exit

System Time [10:55:25] System Date [Wed 10/25/2005] Legacy Diskette A [1.44M, 3.5 in.] Language [English]

Primary IDE Master [ST320410A] Primary IDE Slave [ASUS CD-S520/A] Secondary IDE Master[Not Detected] Secondary IDE Slave [Not Detected] Third IDE Master [Not Detected] Third IDE Slave [Not Detected] Fourth IDE Master [Not Detected] Fourth IDE Slave [Not Detected] Storage Configuration

System Information

Main menu itemsMain menu items

Main menu items

Main menu itemsMain menu items

BIOS SETUP UTILITY

Use [ENTER], [TAB], or [SHIFT-TAB] to select a field.

Use [+] or [-] to configure system time.

Select Screen

Select Item +- Change Field Tab Select Field F1 General Help F10 Save and Exit ESC Exit

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Sub-menu itemsSub-menu items

Sub-menu items

Sub-menu itemsSub-menu items

A solid triangle before each item on any menu screen means that the iteam has a sub-menu. To display the sub-menu, select the item and press <Enter>.

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Configuration fieldsConfiguration fields

Configuration fields

Configuration fieldsConfiguration fields

These fields show the values for the menu items. If an item is userconfigurable, you can change the value of the field opposite the item. You cannot select an item that is not user-configurable.

A configurable field is enclosed in brackets, and is highlighted when selected. To change the value of a field, select it then press <Enter> to display a list of options. Refer to “4.2.7 Pop-up window.”

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Pop-up windowPop-up window

Pop-up window

Pop-up windowPop-up window

Select a menu item then press <Enter> to display a pop-up window with the configuration options for that item.

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A scroll bar appears on the right side of a menu screen when there are items that do not fit on the

Scroll barScroll bar

Scroll bar

Scroll barScroll bar

Advanced PCI/PnP Settings

WARNING: Setting wrong values in below sections may cause system to malfunction.

Plug And Play O/S [No] PCI Latency Timer [64] Allocate IRQ to PCI VGA [Yes] Palette Snooping [Disabled] PCI IDE BusMaster [Enabled]

screen. Press the Up/Down arrow keys or <Page Up> /<Page Down> keys to display the other items on the

Pop-up windowPop-up window

Pop-up window

Pop-up windowPop-up window

screen.

Scroll barScroll bar

Scroll bar

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General helpGeneral help

General help

General helpGeneral help

Scroll barScroll bar

At the top right corner of the menu screen is a brief description of the selected item.

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When you enter the BIOS Setup program, the

Main Main

Main menu screen appears,

Main Main

giving you an overview of the basic system information.

Refer to section “4.2.1 BIOS menu screen” for information on the menu screen items and how to navigate through them.

Main Advanced Power Boot Exit

System Time [10:55:25] System Date [Mon 10/25/2005] Legacy Diskette A [1.44M, 3.5 in] Language [English]

Primary IDE Master [ST320410A] Primary IDE Slave [ASUS CD-S520/A] Secondary IDE Master [Not Detected] Secondary IDE Slave [Not Detected] Third IDE Master [Not Detected] Third IDE Slave [Not Detected] Fourth IDE Master [Not Detected] Fourth IDE Slave [Not Detected] Storage Configuration

System Information

BIOS SETUP UTILITY

Use [ENTER], [TAB] or [SHIFT-TAB] to select a field.

Use [+] or [-] to configure the System Time.

Select Screen

Select Item +- Change Field Tab Select Field F1 General Help F10 Save and Exit ESC Exit

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System Time [xx:xx:xx]System Time [xx:xx:xx]

System Time [xx:xx:xx]

System Time [xx:xx:xx]System Time [xx:xx:xx]

Allows you to set the system time.

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System Date [Day xx/xx/xxxx]System Date [Day xx/xx/xxxx]

System Date [Day xx/xx/xxxx]

System Date [Day xx/xx/xxxx]System Date [Day xx/xx/xxxx]

Allows you to set the system date.

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Legacy Diskette A [1.44M, 3.5 in.]Legacy Diskette A [1.44M, 3.5 in.]

Legacy Diskette A [1.44M, 3.5 in.]

Legacy Diskette A [1.44M, 3.5 in.]Legacy Diskette A [1.44M, 3.5 in.]

Sets the type of floppy drive installed. Configuration options: [Disabled] [360K, 5.25 in.] [1.2M , 5.25 in.] [720K , 3.5 in.] [1.44M, 3.5 in.] [2.88M, 3.5 in.]

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Language [English]Language [English]

Language [English]

Language [English]Language [English]

Allows you to choose the BIOS language version from the options. Configuration options: [Chinese (BIG5)] [Chinese (GB)] [Japanese] [Français] [German] [English]

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Primary, Secondary, Third, and FourthPrimary, Secondary, Third, and Fourth

Primary, Secondary, Third, and Fourth

Primary, Secondary, Third, and FourthPrimary, Secondary, Third, and Fourth IDE Master/SlaveIDE Master/Slave

IDE Master/Slave

IDE Master/SlaveIDE Master/Slave

The BIOS automatically detects the connected IDE devices. There is a separate sub-menu for each IDE device. Select a device item, then press <Enter> to display the IDE device information.

Main

Primary IDE Master

Device : Hard Disk Vendor : ST320413A Size : 20.0GB LBA Mode : Supported Block Mode : 16 Sectors PIO Mode : 4 Async DMA : MultiWord DMA-2 Ultra DMA : Ultra DMA-6 SMART Monitoring: Supported

Type [Auto] LBA/Large Mode [Auto] Block(Multi-sector Transfer) M [Auto] PIO Mode [Auto] DMA Mode [Auto] SMART Monitoring [Auto] 32Bit Data Transfer [Disabled]

BIOS SETUP UTILITY

Select the type of device connected to the system.

Select Screen

Select Item

+- Change Option

F1 General Help F10 Save and Exit ESC Exit

The BIOS automatically detects the values opposite the dimmed items (Device, Vendor, Size, LBA Mode, Block Mode, PIO Mode, Async DMA, Ultra DMA, and SMART monitoring). These values are not user-configurable. These items show N/A if no IDE device is installed in the system.

Type [Auto]Type [Auto]

Type [Auto]

Type [Auto]Type [Auto]

Selects the type of IDE drive. Setting to [Auto] allows automatic selection of the appropriate IDE device type. Select [CDROM] if you are specifically configuring a CD-ROM drive. Select [ARMD] (ATAPI Removable Media Device) if your device is either a ZIP, LS-120, or MO drive. Configuration options: [Not Installed] [Auto] [CDROM] [ARMD]

LBA/Large Mode [Auto]LBA/Large Mode [Auto]

LBA/Large Mode [Auto]

LBA/Large Mode [Auto]LBA/Large Mode [Auto]

Enables or disables the LBA mode. Setting to [Auto] enables the LBA mode if the device supports this mode, and if the device was not previously formatted with LBA mode disabled. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Auto]

Block (Multi-sector Transfer) M [Auto]Block (Multi-sector Transfer) M [Auto]

Block (Multi-sector Transfer) M [Auto]

Block (Multi-sector Transfer) M [Auto]Block (Multi-sector Transfer) M [Auto]

Enables or disables data multi-sectors transfers. When set to [Auto], the data transfer from and to the device occurs multiple sectors at a time if the device supports multi-sector transfer feature. When set to [Disabled], the data transfer from and to the device occurs one sector at a time. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Auto]

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PIO Mode [Auto]

PIO Mode [Auto]PIO Mode [Auto]

Selects the PIO mode. Configuration options: [Auto] [0] [1] [2] [3] [4]

DMA Mode [Auto]DMA Mode [Auto]

DMA Mode [Auto]

DMA Mode [Auto]DMA Mode [Auto]

Selects the DMA mode. Configuration options: [Auto] [SWDMA0] [SWDMA1] [SWDMA2] [MWDMA0] [MWDMA1] [MWDMA2] [UDMA0] [UDMA1] [UDMA2] [UDMA3] [UDMA4] [UDMA5] [UDMA6]

SMART Monitoring [Auto]SMART Monitoring [Auto]

SMART Monitoring [Auto]

SMART Monitoring [Auto]SMART Monitoring [Auto]

Sets the Smart Monitoring, Analysis, and Reporting Technology. Configuration options: [Auto] [Disabled] [Enabled]

32Bit Data Transfer [Disabled]32Bit Data Transfer [Disabled]

32Bit Data Transfer [Disabled]

32Bit Data Transfer [Disabled]32Bit Data Transfer [Disabled]

Enables or disables 32-bit data transfer. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]

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Main

Storage Configuration

Serial ATA Controller [Enabled]

RAID Mode Selection [SATA mode] SATA Mode Selection [Emulated PATA Mode]

Serial ATA ControllerSerial ATA Controller

Serial ATA Controller

Serial ATA ControllerSerial ATA Controller

Storage ConfigurationStorage Configuration

Storage Configuration

Storage ConfigurationStorage Configuration

BIOS SETUP UTILITY

Disabled Enabled

Select Screen

Select Item +- Change Option F1 General Help F10 Save and Exit ESC Exit

[Enabled][Enabled]

[Enabled]

[Enabled][Enabled]

Options

Allows you to enable or disable the Serial ATA controller. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]

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The succeeding items appear only if the is set to [Enabled].

Serial ATA Controller Serial ATA Controller

Serial ATA Controller item

Serial ATA Controller Serial ATA Controller

RAID Mode Selection [SATA mode]

Allows you to select the RAID mode. Configuration options: [SATA mode] [RAID mode]

SATA Mode Selection [Emulated PATA Mode]

Allows you to select the Serial ATA mode. Configuration options: [Emulated PATA Mode] [AHCI Mode]

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System InformationSystem Information

System Information

System InformationSystem Information

This menu gives you an overview of the general system specifications. The BIOS automatically detects the items in this menu.

Main

AMIBIOS Version : 0111 Build Date : 12/28/05

Processor Type : AMD Athlon(tm) 64 Processor 3200+ Speed : 2000 MHz Count : 1

System Memory Size : 512 MB

AMI BIOSAMI BIOS

AMI BIOS

AMI BIOSAMI BIOS

BIOS SETUP UTILITY

Select Screen

Select Item F1 General Help F10 Save and Exit ESC Exit

Displays the auto-detected BIOS information.

ProcessorProcessor

Processor

ProcessorProcessor

Displays the auto-detected CPU specification.

System MemorySystem Memory

System Memory

System MemorySystem Memory

Displays the auto-detected system memory.

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The Advanced menu items allow you to change the settings for the CPU and other system devices.

Take caution when changing the settings of the Advanced menu items. Incorrect field values can cause the system to malfunction.

Main Advanced Power Boot Exit

Jumperfree Configuration CPU Configuration Chipset

Onboard Devices Configuration PCIPnP LAN Cable Status USB Configuration

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Configure System Frequency/Voltage

AI Overclocking [Auto]

FID/VID Change [Auto] DDR Voltage [Auto] VCORE Over-voltage [Auto] Northbridge Over-voltage [Auto] Southbridge Over-voltage [Auto]

PEG Link Mode [Disabled] PEG Buffer Length [Auto]

AI Clock Skew for Channel A [Auto] Current Clock Skew Normal AI Clock Skew for Channel B [Auto] Current Clock Skew Normal

JumperFree ConfigurationJumperFree Configuration

JumperFree Configuration

JumperFree ConfigurationJumperFree Configuration

Advanced

BIOS SETUP UTILITY

Select Screen

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AI Overclocking [Auto]AI Overclocking [Auto]

AI Overclocking [Auto]

AI Overclocking [Auto]AI Overclocking [Auto]

Allows you to select the overclocking options to achieve the desired CPU internal frequency. Select either one of the preset overclocking configiuration options.

SettingSetting

Setting

SettingSetting

ManualManual

Manual allows you to individually set overclocking parameters.

ManualManual AutoAuto

Auto loads the optimal settings for the system.

AutoAuto StandardStandard

Standard loads the standard settings for the system.

StandardStandard Overclock ProfileOverclock Profile

Overclock Profile loads overclocking profiles with optimal

Overclock ProfileOverclock Profile

AI N.O.S.AI N.O.S.

AI N.O.S. the ASUS AI Non-delay Overclocking System feature

AI N.O.S.AI N.O.S.

FID/VID Change [Auto]FID/VID Change [Auto]

FID/VID Change [Auto]

FID/VID Change [Auto]FID/VID Change [Auto]

DescriptionDescription

Description

DescriptionDescription

parameters for stability when overclocking.

intelligently determines the system load and automatically boost the performance for the most demanding tasks.

When set to [Auto], FID/VID will be set at the rated frequency/voltage. When set to [Manual], FID/VID will be set based on the user selection.

The following items appear only when the set to [Manual].

FID/VID Change item FID/VID Change item

FID/VID Change item is

FID/VID Change item FID/VID Change item

Processor Frequency Multiplier [x4]Processor Frequency Multiplier [x4]

Processor Frequency Multiplier [x4]

Processor Frequency Multiplier [x4]Processor Frequency Multiplier [x4]

Allows you to set the processor frequency multiplier. Configuration options: [x4] [x4.5] [x5]... [x25.5]

Processor Voltage [1.450 V]Processor Voltage [1.450 V]

Processor Voltage [1.450 V]

Processor Voltage [1.450 V]Processor Voltage [1.450 V]

Allows you to set the processor voltage. Configuration options: [1.450 V] [1.425 V] [1.400 V]... [0.800 V]

DDR Voltage [Auto]DDR Voltage [Auto]

DDR Voltage [Auto]

DDR Voltage [Auto]DDR Voltage [Auto]

Allows you to set the DDR memory voltage. Configuration options: [Auto] [2.60 V] [2.65 V]...[3.20 V]

Setting a very high voltage may damage the component permanently. Setting a very low voltage may cause the system to become unstable.

VCORE Over-voltage [Auto]VCORE Over-voltage [Auto]

VCORE Over-voltage [Auto]

VCORE Over-voltage [Auto]VCORE Over-voltage [Auto]

Allows you to enable or disable VCORE over-voltage. Configuration options: [Auto] [Disabled] [Enable] [+100mV] [+200mV]

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Northbridge Over-voltage [Auto]Northbridge Over-voltage [Auto]

Northbridge Over-voltage [Auto]

Northbridge Over-voltage [Auto]Northbridge Over-voltage [Auto]

Configuration options: [Auto] [Disabled] [Enabled]

Southbridge Over-voltage [Auto]Southbridge Over-voltage [Auto]

Southbridge Over-voltage [Auto]

Southbridge Over-voltage [Auto]Southbridge Over-voltage [Auto]

Configuration options: [Auto] [Disabled] [Enabled]

PEG Link Mode [Disabled]PEG Link Mode [Disabled]

PEG Link Mode [Disabled]

PEG Link Mode [Disabled]PEG Link Mode [Disabled]

Sets the PCI Express graphics (PEG) link mode. Setting this item to [Auto] allows the motherboard to automatically adjust the PCI Express graphics link mode to the correct frequency based on the system configuration. Three additional settings are available for overclocking the PEG Link Mode. Configuration options: [Auto] [Disabled] [Normal] [Fast] [Faster]

PEG Buffer Length [Auto]PEG Buffer Length [Auto]

PEG Buffer Length [Auto]

PEG Buffer Length [Auto]PEG Buffer Length [Auto]

Allows you to set the PEG buffer length. Configuration options: [Auto] [Short] [Long] [Longer] [Longest]

AI Clock Skew for Channel AAI Clock Skew for Channel A

AI Clock Skew for Channel A

AI Clock Skew for Channel AAI Clock Skew for Channel A

Configuration options: [Auto] [Normal] [Advance 150ps] [Advance 300ps] ...[Advance 900] [Delay 150ps] [Delay 300ps]...[Delay 900]

Current Clock Skew [Normal]

Shows the status of the current clock skew.

AI Clock Skew for Channel B [Auto]AI Clock Skew for Channel B [Auto]

AI Clock Skew for Channel B [Auto]

AI Clock Skew for Channel B [Auto]AI Clock Skew for Channel B [Auto]

Configuration options: [Auto] [Normal] [Advance 150ps] [Advance 300ps] ...[Advance 900] [Delay 150ps] [Delay 300ps]...[Delay 900]

Current Clock Skew [Normal]

Shows the status of the current clock skew.

The following items appear only when you set the item to [Manual].

CPU Frequency [XXX]CPU Frequency [XXX]

CPU Frequency [XXX]

CPU Frequency [XXX]CPU Frequency [XXX]

Allows you to adjust the CPU frequency. The value of this item is auto-detected by the BIOS. Use the FSB frequency. You can also type the desired CPU frequency using the numeric keypad. The values range from 200 to 400.

[Auto] [Auto]

[Auto]

[Auto] [Auto]

<+><+>

< + > and

<+><+>

AI OverclockingAI Overclocking

AI Overclocking

AI OverclockingAI Overclocking

<-><->

< - > keys to adjust the CPU

<-><->

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PCIE Frequency [XXX]PCIE Frequency [XXX]

PCIE Frequency [XXX]

PCIE Frequency [XXX]PCIE Frequency [XXX]

Allows you to adjust the PCIE frequency. The value of this item is auto-detected by the BIOS. Use the

<+><+>

< + > and

<+><+>

<-><->

< - > keys to adjust the PCIE

<-><-> FSB frequency. You can also type the desired PCIE frequency using the numeric keypad. The values range from 100 to 150.

The following item appears only when you set the item to [Ovrerclock Profile].

Overclock Options [Overclock 5%]Overclock Options [Overclock 5%]

Overclock Options [Overclock 5%]

Overclock Options [Overclock 5%]Overclock Options [Overclock 5%]

AI OverclockingAI Overclocking

AI Overclocking

AI OverclockingAI Overclocking

Allows you to overclock the CPU speed through the available preset values. Configuration options: [Overclock 3%] [Overclock 5%] [Overclock 10%] [Overclock 15%] [Overclock 20%] [Overclock 30%]

The following item appears only when you set the item to [AI N.O.S.].

Turbo N.O.S. [Overclock 3%]Turbo N.O.S. [Overclock 3%]

Turbo N.O.S. [Overclock 3%]

Turbo N.O.S. [Overclock 3%]Turbo N.O.S. [Overclock 3%]

AI OverclockingAI Overclocking

AI Overclocking

AI OverclockingAI Overclocking

Configuration options: [Overclock 3%] [Overclock 5%] [Overclock 7%] [Overclock 10%] [Overclock 15%] [Overclock 20%]

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CPU ConfigurationCPU Configuration

CPU Configuration

CPU ConfigurationCPU Configuration

The items in this menu show the CPU-related information that the BIOS automatically detects.

Advanced

CPU Configuration

Module Version: 14.08 Physical Count: 1 Logical Count: 1

AMD Athlon(tm) 64 Processor 3200+ Revision: D0 Cache L1: 128KB Cache L2: 512KB Speed: 2000 MHz Current FSB Multiplier: 10x Maximum FSB Multiplier: 10x Able to Change Freq: Yes uCode Patch Level: 0x4D

GART Error Reporting [Disabled] MTRR Mapping [Continuous] Cool `n’ Quiet [Disabled] HT Link Speed [Auto]

Memory Configuration

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This option should remain disabled for the normal operation. The driver developer may enable it for testing purpose.

Select Screen

Select Item +- Change Option F1 General Help F10 Save and Exit ESC Exit

GART Error ReportingGART Error Reporting

GART Error Reporting

GART Error ReportingGART Error Reporting

[Disabled][Disabled]

[Disabled]

[Disabled][Disabled]

Allows you to enable or disable GART error checking for testing purposes. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]

MTRR Mapping [Continuous]MTRR Mapping [Continuous]

MTRR Mapping [Continuous]

MTRR Mapping [Continuous]MTRR Mapping [Continuous]

Determines the method used for programming processor MTRRs when using more than 4 GB of system memory. Setting to [Discrete] leaves the PCI hole below the 4 GB boundary undescribed. [Continuous] explicitly describes the PCI hole as non-cacheable. Configuration options: [Continuous] [Discrete]

Cool ‘n’ Quiet [Cool ‘n’ Quiet [

Cool ‘n’ Quiet [

Cool ‘n’ Quiet [Cool ‘n’ Quiet [

DisabledDisabled

Disabled

DisabledDisabled

]]

]

]]

Enables or disables the Cool ‘n’ Quiet™ technology feature. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled]

HT Link Speed [Auto]HT Link Speed [Auto]

HT Link Speed [Auto]

HT Link Speed [Auto]HT Link Speed [Auto]

Allows you to set the speed at which the HyperTransport link will run if the speed is lower than or equal to the system clock and if the board is capable. Configuration options: [Auto] [200 MHz] [400 MHz] [600 MHz] [800 MHz] [1 GHz]

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Memory ConfigurationMemory Configuration

Memory Configuration

Memory ConfigurationMemory Configuration

Advanced

Memory Configuration

Memory Timing Configuration ECC Configuration

Memory CLK : 166 MHz CAS Latency (Tcl) : 2.5 RAS/CAS Delay (Trcd) : 3 CLK Min Active RAS (Tras) : 7 CLK Row Precharge Time (Trp) : 3 CLK RAS/RAS Delay (Trrd) : 2 CLK Row Cycle (Trc) : 10 CLK Row Refresh Cycle (Trfc) : 12 CLK Read Write Delay (Trwt) : 4 CLK Read Preamble : 6.0 ns Asynchronous Latency : 7 ns

Memory Timing ConfigurationMemory Timing Configuration

Memory Timing Configuration

Memory Timing ConfigurationMemory Timing Configuration

Advanced

Memory Configuration

Memclock Mode [Auto] MCT Timing Mode [Auto] MCT Extra Timing Mode [Auto] User Config Mode [Auto] Bank Interleaving [Auto] Burst Length [4 Beats] SoftWare Memory Hole [Disabled]

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Select Screen Select Item

+- Change Option

F1 General Help F10 Save and Exit ESC Exit

MEMCLK can be set by the code using AUTO, or if you use LIMIT, you can set one of the standard values.

Select Screen Select Item

+- Change Option

F1 General Help F10 Save and Exit ESC Exit

Memclock Mode [Auto]

[Auto] allows the BIOS to set the memclock mode automatically. [Limit] allows you to select from any of the standard values. Configuration options: [Auto] [Limit]

The following item appears when the [Limit].

Memclock Value [200 MHz]Memclock Value [200 MHz]

Memclock Value [200 MHz]

Memclock Value [200 MHz]Memclock Value [200 MHz] Allows you to set the memclock value. Configuration options: [100 MHz] [133 MHz] [166 MHz] [183 MHz] [200 MHz] [216 MHz] [233 MHz] [250 MHz]

Memclock Mode Memclock Mode

Memclock Mode item is set to

Memclock Mode Memclock Mode

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MCT Timing Mode [Auto]

[Auto] allows the BIOS to set the MCT timing mode automatically. [Manual] allows you to set the values by yourself. Configuration options: [Auto] [Manual]

The following items appear when the

MCT Timing Mode MCT Timing Mode

MCT Timing Mode item is set

MCT Timing Mode MCT Timing Mode

to [Manual].

CAS Latency (CL) [Auto]CAS Latency (CL) [Auto]

CAS Latency (CL) [Auto]

CAS Latency (CL) [Auto]CAS Latency (CL) [Auto]

Configuration options: [Auto] [2.0] [3.0] [2.5]

TRAS [Auto]TRAS [Auto]

TRAS [Auto]

TRAS [Auto]TRAS [Auto]

Configuration options: [Auto] [5 CLK] [6 CLK]... [15 CLK]

TRP [Auto]TRP [Auto]

TRP [Auto]

TRP [Auto]TRP [Auto]

Configuration options: [Auto] [2 CLK] [3 CLK]... [6 CLK]

TRCD [Auto]TRCD [Auto]

TRCD [Auto]

TRCD [Auto]TRCD [Auto]

Configuration options: [Auto] [2 CLK] [3 CLK]... [6 CLK]

TRRD [Auto]TRRD [Auto]

TRRD [Auto]

TRRD [Auto]TRRD [Auto]

Configuration options: [Auto] [2T] [3T] [4T]

TRC [Auto]TRC [Auto]

TRC [Auto]

TRC [Auto]TRC [Auto]

Configuration options: [Auto] [7T] [8T] [9T]... [22T]

TRFC [Auto]TRFC [Auto]

TRFC [Auto]

TRFC [Auto]TRFC [Auto]

Configuration options: [Auto] [9T] [10T] [11T]... [24T]

TRWT [Auto]TRWT [Auto]

TRWT [Auto]

TRWT [Auto]TRWT [Auto]

Configuration options: [Auto] [1 CLK] [2 CLK]... [6 CLK]

MCT Extra Timing Mode [Auto]

Allows you to manually configure the MCT Timing Mode parameters. . Configuration options: [Auto] [Manual]

The following items appear when the is set to [Manual].

TREF [7.8us]TREF [7.8us]

TREF [7.8us]

TREF [7.8us]TREF [7.8us]

MCT Extra Timing ModeMCT Extra Timing Mode

MCT Extra Timing Mode item

MCT Extra Timing ModeMCT Extra Timing Mode

Configuration options: [15.6us] [7.8us] [3.9us]

DDR Input Strobe Skew [Disabled]DDR Input Strobe Skew [Disabled]

DDR Input Strobe Skew [Disabled]

DDR Input Strobe Skew [Disabled]DDR Input Strobe Skew [Disabled]

Configuration options: [Disabled] [Slower] [Faster]

DDR Data Driving StrengthDDR Data Driving Strength

DDR Data Driving Strength

DDR Data Driving StrengthDDR Data Driving Strength

Configuration options: [Disabled] [15% Reduced] [30% Reduced] [45% Reduced]

Burst20pt [Disabled]Burst20pt [Disabled]

Burst20pt [Disabled]

Burst20pt [Disabled]Burst20pt [Disabled]

Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]

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User Config Mode [Auto]

Configuration options: [Auto] [Manual]

The following items appear when the to [Manual].

Read Preamble [5.5ns]Read Preamble [5.5ns]

Read Preamble [5.5ns]

Read Preamble [5.5ns]Read Preamble [5.5ns]

User Config Mode User Config Mode

User Config Mode item is set

User Config Mode User Config Mode

Configuration options: [2.0ns] [2.5ns] [3.0ns]... [9.5ns]

Asyc Latency [7.0ns]Asyc Latency [7.0ns]

Asyc Latency [7.0ns]

Asyc Latency [7.0ns]Asyc Latency [7.0ns]

Configuration options: [4.0ns] [5.0ns] [6.0ns]... [11.0ns]

CMD-ADDR Timing Mode [1T]CMD-ADDR Timing Mode [1T]

CMD-ADDR Timing Mode [1T]

CMD-ADDR Timing Mode [1T]CMD-ADDR Timing Mode [1T]

Configuration options: [1T] [2T]

Bank Interleaving [Auto]

Sets whether to allow memory accesses to be spread out over BANKS on the same node or across nodes, decreasing access contention. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Auto]

Burst length [4 Beats]

Sets the burst length. Configuration options: [8 Beats] [4 Beats] [2 Beats]

Software Memory Hole [Disabled]

Enables or disables the software memory remapping around the memory hole. Only REV E0 processors and above support this feature. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]

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ECC ConfigurationECC Configuration

ECC Configuration

ECC ConfigurationECC Configuration

Advanced

ECC Configuration

DRAM ECC Enable [Enabled]

MCA DRAM ECC Logging [Disabled] ECC Chip Kill [Disabled] DRAM SCRUB REDIRECT [Disabled]

DRAM BG Scrub [Disabled] L2 Cache BG Scrub [Disabled] Data Cache BG Scrub [Disabled]

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DRAM ECC allows hardware to report and correct memory errors automatically, maintaining system integrity.

Select Screen Select Item

+- Change Option

F1 General Help F10 Save and Exit ESC Exit

DRAM ECC Enable [Enabled]

Allows you to enable or disable DRAM ECC, which allows the hardware

to report and correct memory errors automatically to maintain system

integrity. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]

MCA DRAM ECC Logging [Disabled]MCA DRAM ECC Logging [Disabled]

MCA DRAM ECC Logging [Disabled]

MCA DRAM ECC Logging [Disabled]MCA DRAM ECC Logging [Disabled] Allows you to enable or disable MCA DRAM ECC logging/reporting. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]

ECC Chip KillECC Chip Kill

ECC Chip Kill

ECC Chip KillECC Chip Kill Allows you to enable or disable ECC chip kill. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]

DRAM SCRUB REDIRECT [Disabled]DRAM SCRUB REDIRECT [Disabled]

DRAM SCRUB REDIRECT [Disabled]

DRAM SCRUB REDIRECT [Disabled]DRAM SCRUB REDIRECT [Disabled] Allows you to enable or disable DRAM scrub redirect, which allows the system to correct DRAM ECC errors immediately when they occur, even if background scrubbing is on. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]

DRAM BG Scrub [Disabled]DRAM BG Scrub [Disabled]

DRAM BG Scrub [Disabled]

DRAM BG Scrub [Disabled]DRAM BG Scrub [Disabled] Allows DRAM scrubbing to correct memory errors so later reads are correct. Doing this while memory is not being used improves performance. Configuration options: [Disabled] [40ns] [80ns] [160ns] [320ns] [640ns] [1.28us] [2.56us] [5.12us] [10.2us] [20.5 us] [41.0us] [81.9us] [163.8us] [327.7us] [655.4us] [1.31ms] [2.62ms] [5.24ms] [10.49ms] [20.97ms] [42.00ms] [84.00ms]

[Disabled][Disabled]

[Disabled]

[Disabled][Disabled]

L2 Cache BG Scrub [Disabled]

Allows the L2 Data Cache RAM to be corrected while idle. Configuration options: [Disabled] [40ns] [80ns] [160ns] [320ns] [640ns] [1.28us] [2.56us] [5.12us] [10.2us] [20.5 us] [41.0us] [81.9us] [163.8us] [327.7us] [655.4us] [1.31ms] [2.62ms] [5.24ms] [10.49ms] [20.97ms] [42.00ms] [84.00ms]

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Data Cache BG Scrub [Disabled]

Allows the L1 Data Cache RAM to be corrected while idle. Configuration options: [Disabled] [40ns] [80ns] [160ns] [320ns] [640ns] [1.28us] [2.56us] [5.12us] [10.2us] [20.5 us] [41.0us] [81.9us] [163.8us] [327.7us] [655.4us] [1.31ms] [2.62ms] [5.24ms] [10.49ms] [20.97ms] [42.00ms] [84.00ms]

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Chipset ConfigurationChipset Configuration

Chipset Configuration

Chipset ConfigurationChipset Configuration

The Chipset menu allows you to change the advanced chipset settings. Select an item then press <Enter> to display the sub-menu.

Advanced

Radeon Xpress Configuration

ATI Northbridge :RD580 ATI Northbridge Rev. : A11

Hyper Transport Configuration PCI Express Configuration

Advanced

Hyper Transport Configuration

HT Link Speed [Auto] CPU:RD580-NB HT Link Width [Auto]

RD580 HT Link Three State [Disabled] RD580 HT Drive Strength [Auto] HT Receiver Comp. Ctrl [Auto]

RD580 HT PLL Control [Auto]

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Select Screen

Select Item Enter Go to Sub Screen F1 General Help F10 Save and Exit ESC Exit

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Hyper Transport ConfigurationHyper Transport Configuration

Hyper Transport Configuration

Hyper Transport ConfigurationHyper Transport Configuration

Allows you to configure the HT links.

HT Link Speed [Auto]

The HyperTransport link will run at this speed if it is slower than or equal to the system clock and the board is capable. Configuration options: [Auto] [200 MHz] [400 MHz] [600 MHz] [800 MHz] [1 GHz]

CPU:RD580-NB HT Link Width [Auto]

The HyperTransport link will run at this width. Configuration options: [Auto] [8 Bit] [16 Bit]

RD580 HT Link Three State [Disabled]

Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]

RD580 HT Drive Strength [Auto]

Configuration options: [Auto] [Manual]

The following items appear when the item is set to [Manual].

HT Drive Strength Value [Level 0]HT Drive Strength Value [Level 0]

HT Drive Strength Value [Level 0]

HT Drive Strength Value [Level 0]HT Drive Strength Value [Level 0] Configuration options: [Level 0] [Level 1] [Level 2]... [Level 31]

HT Receiver Comp. CtrlHT Receiver Comp. Ctrl

HT Receiver Comp. Ctrl

HT Receiver Comp. CtrlHT Receiver Comp. Ctrl Configuration options: [Auto] [Manual]

HT Receiver Comp. Value [Level 0]HT Receiver Comp. Value [Level 0]

HT Receiver Comp. Value [Level 0]

HT Receiver Comp. Value [Level 0]HT Receiver Comp. Value [Level 0] Configuration options: [Level 0] [Level 1] [Level 2]... [Level 31]

This item appears when the [Manual].

RD580 HT PLL Control [Auto]RD580 HT PLL Control [Auto]

RD580 HT PLL Control [Auto]

RD580 HT PLL Control [Auto]RD580 HT PLL Control [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [Low Speed] [High Speed]

[Auto] [Auto]

[Auto]

[Auto] [Auto]

HT Receiver Comp. Ctrl HT Receiver Comp. Ctrl

HT Receiver Comp. Ctrl item is set to

HT Receiver Comp. Ctrl HT Receiver Comp. Ctrl

RD580 HT Drive StrengthRD580 HT Drive Strength

RD580 HT Drive Strength

RD580 HT Drive StrengthRD580 HT Drive Strength

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Advanced

PCI Express Configuration

PCIE GFX1 Link Width [x16] PCIE GFX2 Link Width [x16] P2P Writes Between GFX Ports [Disabled] 10% Extra Current for GPP [Enabled] 10% Extra Current for SB [Enabled] 10% Extra Current for GFX1 [Enabled] 10% Extra Current for GFX2 [Enabled]

PCI Express ConfigurationPCI Express Configuration

PCI Express Configuration

PCI Express ConfigurationPCI Express Configuration

PCIE GFX1 Link Width [x16]

The PCIE GFX1 link will run at this width. Configuration options: [x1] [x2] [x4] [x8] [x16]

PCIE GFX2 Link Width [x16]

Options

x1 x2 x4 x8 x16

Select Screen

Select Item +- Change Option F1 General Help F10 Save and Exit ESC Exit

The PCIE GFX2 link will run at this width. Configuration options: [x1] [x2] [x4] [x8] [x16]

P2P Writes Between GFX Ports [Disabled]

Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]

10% Extra Current for GPP [Enabled]

Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]

10% Extra Current for SB [Enabled]

Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]

10% Extra Current for GFX1 [Enabled]

Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]

10% Extra Current for GFX2 [Enabled]

Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]

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Onboard Devices ConfigurationOnboard Devices Configuration

Onboard Devices Configuration

Onboard Devices ConfigurationOnboard Devices Configuration

Advanced

Onboard Devices

HD Audio [Enabled] Onboard LAN [Enabled]

Onboard LAN Boot ROM [Disabled] Onboard Lan2 [Enabled] Onboard LAN Boot ROM2 [Disabled] Onboard IEEE1394 [Enabled] Silicon Image Mode [SATA mode]

Configure ITE8712 Super IO Chipset

Serial Port1 Address [3F8/IRQ4] Parallel Port Address [378] Parallel Port Mode [EPP+ECP]

EPP Version [1.9]

ECP Mode DMA Channel [DMA3] Parallel Port IRQ [IRQ7]

Onboard Game Port [Enabled] Onboard MIDI Port [330]

MIDI IRQ Select [IRQ5]

HD Audio [HD Audio [

HD Audio [

HD Audio [HD Audio [

EnabledEnabled

Enabled

EnabledEnabled

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]]

]

]]

Select Screen Select Item

+- Change Option

F1 General Help F10 Save and Exit ESC Exit

Allows you to enable or disable the HD Audio feature. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]

Onboard LAN [Enabled]Onboard LAN [Enabled]

Onboard LAN [Enabled]

Onboard LAN [Enabled]Onboard LAN [Enabled]

Allows you to enable or disable the onchip MAC LAN. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]

Onboard LAN Boot ROM [Disabled]

This item allows you to enable or disable the MAC boot ROM. This item appears only when the

Onboard LAN Onboard LAN

Onboard LAN item is set to [Enabled].

Onboard LAN Onboard LAN

Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]

Onboard LAN2 [Enabled]Onboard LAN2 [Enabled]

Onboard LAN2 [Enabled]

Onboard LAN2 [Enabled]Onboard LAN2 [Enabled]

Allows you to enable or disable the onchip MAC LAN2. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]

Onboard LAN Boot ROM2 [Disabled]

This item allows you to enable or disable the MAC boot ROM2. This item appears only when the

Onboard LAN2 Onboard LAN2

Onboard LAN2 item is set to

Onboard LAN2 Onboard LAN2

[Enabled]. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]

Onboard IEEE1394 [Enabled]Onboard IEEE1394 [Enabled]

Onboard IEEE1394 [Enabled]

Onboard IEEE1394 [Enabled]Onboard IEEE1394 [Enabled]

Allows you to enable or disable the onboard IEEE 1394a controller. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]

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Silicon Image Mode [SATA mode]Silicon Image Mode [SATA mode]

Silicon Image Mode [SATA mode]

Silicon Image Mode [SATA mode]Silicon Image Mode [SATA mode]

Allows you to select the Silicon Image SATA controller mode. Configuration options: [SATA mode] [RAID mode] [Disabled]

Serial Port1 Address [3F8/IRQ4]Serial Port1 Address [3F8/IRQ4]

Serial Port1 Address [3F8/IRQ4]

Serial Port1 Address [3F8/IRQ4]Serial Port1 Address [3F8/IRQ4]

Allows you to select the Serial Port1 base address. Configuration options: [Disabled] [3F8/IRQ4] [2F8/IRQ3] [3E8/IRQ4] [2E8/IRQ3]

Parallel Port Address [378]Parallel Port Address [378]

Parallel Port Address [378]

Parallel Port Address [378]Parallel Port Address [378]

Allows you to select the Parallel Port base addresses. Configuration options: [Disabled] [378] [278]

Parallel Port Mode [EPP+ECP]Parallel Port Mode [EPP+ECP]

Parallel Port Mode [EPP+ECP]

Parallel Port Mode [EPP+ECP]Parallel Port Mode [EPP+ECP]

Allows you to select the Parallel Port mode. Configuration options: [Normal] [EPP] [ECP] [EPP+ECP]

EPP Version [1.9]EPP Version [1.9]

EPP Version [1.9]

EPP Version [1.9]EPP Version [1.9]

Appears only when the Parallel Port Mode is set to [EPP] or [EPP+ECP]. Allows you to select the parallel port EPP version. Configuration options: [1.9] [1.7]

ECP Mode DMA Channel [DMA3]ECP Mode DMA Channel [DMA3]

ECP Mode DMA Channel [DMA3]

ECP Mode DMA Channel [DMA3]ECP Mode DMA Channel [DMA3]

Appears only when the Parallel Port Mode is set to [EPP+ECP]or [ECP]. This item allows you to set the Parallel Port ECP DMA. Configuration options: [DMA0] [DMA1] [DMA3]

Parallel Port IRQ [IRQ7]

Allows you to select the parallel port IRQ.

Configuration options: [IRQ5] [IRQ7]

Onboard Game Port [Enabled]Onboard Game Port [Enabled]

Onboard Game Port [Enabled]

Onboard Game Port [Enabled]Onboard Game Port [Enabled]

Allows you to enable or disable the onboard game port. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]

Onboard MIDI Port [330]Onboard MIDI Port [330]

Onboard MIDI Port [330]

Onboard MIDI Port [330]Onboard MIDI Port [330]

Allows you to select the MIDI Port address or to disable the port. Configuration options: [Disabled] [300] [330]

MIDI IRQ Select [IRQ5]

This item allows the BIOS to select the MIDI port IRQs.

Configuration options: [IRQ5] [IRQ7] [IRQ10] [IRQ11]

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PCI PnPPCI PnP

PCI PnP

PCI PnPPCI PnP

The PCI PnP menu items allow you to change the advanced settings for PCI/PnP devices. The menu includes setting IRQ and DMA channel resources for either PCI/PnP or legacy ISA devices, and setting the memory size block for legacy ISA devices.

Take caution when changing the settings of the PCI PnP menu items. Incorrect field values can cause the system to malfunction.

Advanced

Advanced PCI/PnP Settings

WARNING: Setting wrong values in below sections

may cause system to malfunction.

Plug And Play O/S [No] PCI Latency Timer [64] Allocate IRQ to PCI VGA [Yes]

IRQ-3 assigned to [PCI Device] IRQ-4 assigned to [PCI Device] IRQ-5 assigned to [PCI Device] IRQ-7 assigned to [PCI Device] IRQ-9 assigned to [PCI Device] IRQ-10 assigned to [PCI Device] IRQ-11 assigned to [PCI Device] IRQ-14 assigned to [PCI Device] IRQ-15 assigned to [PCI Device]

Plug And Play O/S [No]Plug And Play O/S [No]

Plug And Play O/S [No]

Plug And Play O/S [No]Plug And Play O/S [No]

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NO: lets the BIOS configue all the devices in the system. YES: lets the operating system configure Plug and Play (PnP) devices not required for boot if your system has a Plug and Play operating system.

Select Screen Select Item

+- Change Option

F1 General Help F10 Save and Exit ESC Exit

When set to [No], BIOS configures all the devices in the system. When set to [Yes] and if you install a Plug and Play operating system, the operating system configures the Plug and Play devices not required for boot. Configuration options: [No] [Yes]

PCI Latency Timer [64]PCI Latency Timer [64]

PCI Latency Timer [64]

PCI Latency Timer [64]PCI Latency Timer [64]

Allows you to select the value in units of PCI clocks for the PCI device latency timer register. Configuration options: [32] [64] [96] [128] [160] [192] [224] [248]

Allocate IRQ to PCI VGA [Yes]Allocate IRQ to PCI VGA [Yes]

Allocate IRQ to PCI VGA [Yes]

Allocate IRQ to PCI VGA [Yes]Allocate IRQ to PCI VGA [Yes]

When set to [Yes], BIOS assigns an IRQ to PCI VGA card if the card requests for an IRQ. When set to [No], BIOS does not assign an IRQ to the PCI VGA card even if requested. Configuration options: [No] [Yes]

IRQ-xx assigned to [PCI Device]IRQ-xx assigned to [PCI Device]

IRQ-xx assigned to [PCI Device]

IRQ-xx assigned to [PCI Device]IRQ-xx assigned to [PCI Device]

When set to [PCI Device], the specific IRQ is free for use of PCI/PnP devices. When set to [Reserved], the IRQ is reserved for legacy ISA devices. Configuration options: [PCI Device] [Reserved]

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LAN Cable StatusLAN Cable Status

LAN Cable Status

LAN Cable StatusLAN Cable Status

This menu displays the status of the Local Area Network (LAN) cable connected to the LAN (RJ-45) port.

Advanced

POST Check LAN Cable [Disabled]

LAN Cable Status Pair Status Length

1-2 Open 0.0M 3-6 Open 0.0M 4-5 Open 0.0M 7-8 Open 0.0M

POST Check LAN Cable [Disabled]POST Check LAN Cable [Disabled]

POST Check LAN Cable [Disabled]

POST Check LAN Cable [Disabled]POST Check LAN Cable [Disabled]

BIOS SETUP UTILITY

Check LAN cable during POST.

Select Screen Select Item

+- Change Option

F1 General Help F10 Save and Exit ESC Exit

Allows you to enable or disable LAN cable check during POST. When enabled, the menu reports the cable faults or shorts, and displays the point (length) where the fault or short is detected. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]

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USB ConfigurationUSB Configuration

USB Configuration

USB ConfigurationUSB Configuration

The items in this menu allows you to change the USB-related features. Select an item then press <Enter> to display the configuration options.

Advanced

USB Configuration

Module Version - 2.24.0-10.4

USB Devices Enabled:

None

USB Controller [USB1.1+2.0] Legacy USB Support [Auto] USB 2.0 Controller Mode [HiSpeed] BIOS EHCI Hand-off [Enabled]

Module VersionModule Version

The

Module Version and

Module VersionModule Version auto-detected values. If no USB device is detected, the item shows NoneNone

None.

NoneNone

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USB Devices Enabled USB Devices Enabled

USB Devices Enabled items show the

USB Devices Enabled USB Devices Enabled

Select Screen Select Item

+- Change Option

F1 General Help F10 Save and Exit ESC Exit

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USB Controller [USB1.1+2.0]USB Controller [USB1.1+2.0]

USB Controller [USB1.1+2.0]

USB Controller [USB1.1+2.0]USB Controller [USB1.1+2.0]

Allows you to disable the USB controllers, or choose which controller to enable. Configuration options: [Disabled ] [USB1.1 Only] [USB1.1+2.0]

Legacy USB Support [Auto]Legacy USB Support [Auto]

Legacy USB Support [Auto]

Legacy USB Support [Auto]Legacy USB Support [Auto]

Allows you to enable or disable support for legacy USB devices. Setting to [Auto] allows the system to detect the presence of USB devices at startup. If detected, the USB controller legacy mode is enabled. If no USB device is detected, the legacy USB support is disabled. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] [Auto]

USB 2.0 Controller Mode [HiSpeed]USB 2.0 Controller Mode [HiSpeed]

USB 2.0 Controller Mode [HiSpeed]

USB 2.0 Controller Mode [HiSpeed]USB 2.0 Controller Mode [HiSpeed]

Allows you to set the USB 2.0 controller mode to HiSpeed (480 Mbps) or FullSpeed (12 Mbps). Configuration options: [FullSpeed] [HiSpeed]

BIOS EHCI Hand-off [Enabled]BIOS EHCI Hand-off [Enabled]

BIOS EHCI Hand-off [Enabled]

BIOS EHCI Hand-off [Enabled]BIOS EHCI Hand-off [Enabled]

Allows you to enable support for operating systems without an EHCI hand-off feature. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]

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4.5 Power menu

The Power menu items allow you to change the settings for the ACPI and Advanced Power Management (APM) features. Select an item then press <Enter> to display the configuration options.

Main Advanced Power Boot Exit

Suspend Mode [Auto] Repost Video on S3 Resume [No] ACPI 2.0 Support [No] ACPI APIC Support [Enabled]

APM Configuration Hardware Monitor

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Allows you to select the Advanced Configuration and Power Interface (ACPI) state to be used for system suspend. Setting this item to [Auto] allows the OS to select the ACPI state. Configuration options: [S1 (POS) Only] [S3 Only] [Auto]

Suspend Mode [Auto]Suspend Mode [Auto]

Suspend Mode [Auto]

Suspend Mode [Auto]Suspend Mode [Auto]

BIOS SETUP UTILITY

Select Screen Select Item

+- Change Field

F1 General Help F10 Save and Exit ESC Exit

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Determines whether to invoke VGA BIOS POST on S3/STR resume. Configuration options: [No] [Yes]

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Allows you to add more tables for Advanced Configuration and Power Interface (ACPI) 2.0 specifications. Configuration options: [No] [Yes]

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Allows you to enable or disable the Advanced Configuration and Power Interface (ACPI) support in the Advanced Programmable Interrupt Controller (APIC). When set to Enabled, the ACPI APIC table pointer is included in the RSDT pointer list. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]

Repost Video on S3 Resume [No]Repost Video on S3 Resume [No]

Repost Video on S3 Resume [No]

Repost Video on S3 Resume [No]Repost Video on S3 Resume [No]

ACPI 2.0 Support [No]ACPI 2.0 Support [No]

ACPI 2.0 Support [No]

ACPI 2.0 Support [No]ACPI 2.0 Support [No]

ACPI APIC Support [Enabled]ACPI APIC Support [Enabled]

ACPI APIC Support [Enabled]

ACPI APIC Support [Enabled]ACPI APIC Support [Enabled]

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Power Button Mode [On/Off]

Restore on AC Power Loss [Power Off] Power On By PS/2 Keyboard [Disabled] Power On By PS/2 Mouse [Disabled] Power On By RTC Alarm [Disabled] Power On By External Modems [Disabled] Power On By PCI/PCI-Ex Devices [Disabled]

Power Button Mode [On/Off]Power Button Mode [On/Off]

Power Button Mode [On/Off]

Power Button Mode [On/Off]Power Button Mode [On/Off]

APM ConfigurationAPM Configuration

APM Configuration

APM ConfigurationAPM Configuration

BIOS SETUP UTILITY

Power

Select Screen Select Item

+- Change Option

F1 General Help F10 Save and Exit ESC Exit

Allows the system to go into On/Off mode or suspend mode when the power button is pressed. Configuration options: [On/Off] [Suspend]

Restore on AC Power Loss [Power Off]Restore on AC Power Loss [Power Off]

Restore on AC Power Loss [Power Off]

Restore on AC Power Loss [Power Off]Restore on AC Power Loss [Power Off]

When set to Power Off, the system goes into off state after an AC power loss. When set to Power On, the system goes on after an AC power loss. When set to Last State, the system goes into either off or on state, whatever the system state was before the AC power loss. Configuration options: [Power Off] [Power On] [Last State]

Power On By PS/2 Keyboard [Disabled]Power On By PS/2 Keyboard [Disabled]

Power On By PS/2 Keyboard [Disabled]

Power On By PS/2 Keyboard [Disabled]Power On By PS/2 Keyboard [Disabled]

Allows you to use specific keys on the keyboard to turn on the system. This feature requires an ATX power supply that provides at least 1A on the +5VSB lead. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]

Power On By PS/2 Mouse [Disabled]Power On By PS/2 Mouse [Disabled]

Power On By PS/2 Mouse [Disabled]

Power On By PS/2 Mouse [Disabled]Power On By PS/2 Mouse [Disabled]

When set to [Enabled], this parameter allows you to use the PS/2 mouse to turn on the system. This feature requires an ATX power supply that provides at least 1A on the +5VSB lead. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]

Power On By RTC Alarm [Disabled]Power On By RTC Alarm [Disabled]

Power On By RTC Alarm [Disabled]

Power On By RTC Alarm [Disabled]Power On By RTC Alarm [Disabled]

Allows you to enable or disable RTC to generate a wake event. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]

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