ASUS A8V-E SE User Manual

A8V-E SE

Motherboard

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First EditionFirst Edition

First Edition

First EditionFirst Edition
July 2005July 2005

July 2005

July 2005July 2005

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Contents

Notices ................................................................................................ vi

Safety information ............................................................................. vii

About this guide ............................................................................... viii

How this guide is organized .................................................. viii

Where to find more information ............................................ viii

Conventions used in this guide ............................................... ix

Typography ......................................................................................... ix

A8V-E SE specifications summary ....................................................... x

Chapter 1: Product introductionChapter 1: Product introduction

Chapter 1: Product introduction

Chapter 1: Product introductionChapter 1: Product introduction

1.1 Welcome! .............................................................................. 1-2

1.2 Package contents ................................................................. 1-2

1.3 Special features .................................................................... 1-3

1.3.1 Product highlights................................................... 1-3

1.3.2 Innovative ASUS features ....................................... 1-5

1.4 Before you proceed .............................................................. 1-6

1.5 Motherboard overview .......................................................... 1-7

1.5.1 Placement direction ................................................ 1-7

1.5.2 Screw holes ............................................................ 1-7

1.5.3 Motherboard layout ................................................ 1-8

1.6 Central Processing Unit (CPU) .............................................. 1-9

1.6.1 Overview ................................................................. 1-9

1.6.2 Installling the CPU ................................................... 1-9

1.6.3 Installing the heatsink and fan .............................. 1-11

1.7 System memory ................................................................. 1-13

1.7.1 Overview ............................................................... 1-13

1.7.2 Memory Configurations .........................................1-13

1.7.3 Installing a DIMM ................................................... 1-16

1.7.4 Removing a DIMM ................................................. 1-16

1.8 Expansion slots ................................................................... 1-17

1.8.1 Installing an expansion card .................................. 1-17

1.8.2 Configuring an expansion card.............................. 1-17

1.8.3 Interrupt assignments .......................................... 1-18

1.8.4 PCI slots ................................................................ 1-19

1.8.5 PCI Express x16 slot ............................................. 1-19

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1.8.6 PCI Express x1 slot ............................................... 1-19

1.9 Jumpers .............................................................................. 1-20

1.10 Connectors ......................................................................... 1-22

1.10.1 Rear panel connectors .......................................... 1-22

1.10.2 Internal connectors............................................... 1-23

Chapter 2: BIOS setupChapter 2: BIOS setup

Chapter 2: BIOS setup

Chapter 2: BIOS setupChapter 2: BIOS setup

2.1 Managing and updating your BIOS ........................................ 2-2

2.1.1 Creating a bootable floppy disk .............................. 2-2

2.1.2 Updating the BIOS .................................................. 2-3

2.1.3 Saving the current BIOS file .................................... 2-5

2.1.4 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 2 utility ................................ 2-6

2.1.5 ASUS EZ Flash utility .............................................. 2-8

2.1.6 ASUS Update utility ................................................ 2-9

2.2 BIOS setup program ........................................................... 2-12

2.2.1 BIOS menu screen ................................................. 2-13

2.2.2 Menu bar ............................................................... 2-13

2.2.3 Legend bar ........................................................... 2-14

2.2.4 Menu items ........................................................... 2-14

2.2.5 Sub-menu items ................................................... 2-14

2.2.6 Configuration fields .............................................. 2-14

2.2.7 Pop-up window ..................................................... 2-15

2.2.8 General help .......................................................... 2-15

2.3 Main menu .......................................................................... 2-16

2.3.1 System Time ......................................................... 2-16

2.3.2 System Date ......................................................... 2-16

2.3.3 Legacy Diskette A ................................................ 2-16

2.3.4 Primary and Secondary IDE Master/Slave ............. 2-17

2.3.5 HDD SMART Monitoring ........................................ 2-18

2.3.6 Installed Memory .................................................. 2-18

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2.4 Advanced menu .................................................................. 2-19

2.4.1 JumperFree Configuration .................................... 2-19

2.4.2 LAN Cable Status ................................................. 2-21

2.4.3 PEG Link Mode ...................................................... 2-22

2.4.4 CPU Configuration ................................................. 2-22

Contents

2.4.5 Chipset ................................................................. 2-22

2.4.6 PCI PnP ................................................................. 2-25

2.4.7 Onboard Devices Configuration ............................2-27

2.4.8 USB Configuration................................................. 2-28

2.5 Power menu ........................................................................ 2-29

2.5.1 ACPI Suspend Type............................................... 2-29

2.5.2 ACPI APIC Support ................................................ 2-29

2.5.3 APM Configuration ................................................ 2-30

2.5.4 Hardware Monitor ................................................. 2-32

2.6 Boot menu .......................................................................... 2-33

2.6.1 Boot Device Priority .............................................. 2-34

2.6.2 Removable Drives ................................................. 2-34

2.6.3 Hard Disk Drives ................................................... 2-34

2.6.4 CDROM Drives ....................................................... 2-35

2.6.5 Boot Settings Configuration ................................. 2-35

2.6.6 Security ................................................................ 2-37

2.7 Exit menu ........................................................................... 2-38

Chapter 3: Software supportChapter 3: Software support

Chapter 3: Software support

Chapter 3: Software supportChapter 3: Software support

3.1 Installing an operating system ............................................. 3-2

3.2 Support CD information ........................................................ 3-2

3.2.1 Running the support CD ......................................... 3-2

3.2.2 Drivers menu .......................................................... 3-3

3.2.3 Utilities menu .......................................................... 3-4

3.2.4 ASUS Contact information ...................................... 3-5

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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
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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.

•

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.

•

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.

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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 manual 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. It also lists the hardware setup procedures
that you have to perform when installing system components. It
includes description of the jumpers and connectors on the
motherboard.

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Chapter 2: BIOS setupChapter 2: BIOS setup

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Chapter 2: BIOS setup

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Chapter 2: BIOS setupChapter 2: 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 3: Software supportChapter 3: Software support

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Chapter 3: Software support

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Chapter 3: Software supportChapter 3: Software support
This chapter describes the contents of the support CD that comes

with the motherboard package.

Where to find more informationWhere to find more information

Where to find more information

Where to find more informationWhere to find more information

Refer to the following sources for additional information and for product
and software updates.

1.1.

ASUS websitesASUS websites

1.

ASUS websites

1.1.

ASUS websitesASUS websites
The ASUS website provides updated information on ASUS hardware

and software products. Refer to the ASUS contact information.

2.2.

Optional documentationOptional documentation

2.

Optional documentation

2.2.

Optional documentationOptional documentation
Your product package may include optional documentation, such as

warranty flyers, that may have been added by your dealer. These
documents are not part of the standard package.

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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.

Typography

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

Command Means that you must type the command exactly as shown,

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>

then supply the required item or value enclosed in
brackets
Example: At the DOS prompt, type the command line:

awdflash A8V-E_SE.ROM

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A8V-E SE specifications summary

CPUCPU

CPU

CPUCPU

Socket 939 for AMD Athlon™ 64/AMD Athlon™ 64FX/

AMD Athlon™ 64 X2 processor

Supports AMD 64 architecture that enables simultaneous

32-bit and 64-bit architecture

Supports AMD Cool ‘n’ Quiet! Technology

ChipsetChipset

Chipset

ChipsetChipset

System BusSystem Bus

System Bus

System BusSystem Bus

MemoryMemory

Memory

MemoryMemory

Expansion slotsExpansion slots

Expansion slots

Expansion slotsExpansion slots

StorageStorage

Storage

StorageStorage

AI AudioAI Audio

AI Audio

AI AudioAI Audio

LANLAN

LAN

LANLAN

Northbridge: VIA

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K8T890

Southbridge: VIA® VT8237R

2000/1600 MT/s

Dual-channel memory architecture
4 x 184-pin DIMM sockets support ECC/non-ECC

unbufferred 400/333/266 MHz DDR memory modules

Supports up to 4 GB system memory

1 x PCI Express x16 slot for discrete graphics card
2 x PCI Express x1 slots
3 x PCI slots

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VIA

VT8237R Southbridge supports:

- 2 x Ultra DMA 133/100/66/33

- 2 x Serial ATA with RAID 0, RAID 1 and JBOD

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Realtek

ALC850 8-channel CODEC
1 x Coaxial S/PDIF out port
Supports Audio Sensing and Retasking Technology

Marvell

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88E8053 PCI Express™ Gigabit LAN controller
Supports Marvell® Virtual Cable Tester technology
Supports POST Network-diagnostic program

USBUSB

USB

USBUSB

AI OverclockingAI Overclocking

AI Overclocking

AI OverclockingAI Overclocking

Supports up to 8 USB 2.0 ports

ASUS AI Overclocking (Intelligent CPU frequency tuner)
ASUS C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall)
ASUS JumperFree
CPU, Memory, and chipset voltage adjustable
Stepless Frequency Selection(SFS) from 200 MHz up

to 400 MHz at 1 MHz increment

Special featuresSpecial features

Special features

Special featuresSpecial features

ASUS PEG Link
ASUS AI NET2
ASUS Q-Fan
ASUS CrashFree BIOS 2
ASUS MyLogo2

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BIOS featuresBIOS features

BIOS features

BIOS featuresBIOS features

Rear panelRear panel

Rear panel

Rear panelRear panel

InternalInternal

Internal

InternalInternal
connectorsconnectors

connectors

connectorsconnectors

4 MB Flash ROM, Award BIOS, PnP, DMI2.0, WfM2.0,

SM BIOS 2.3

1 x Parallel port
1 x LAN (RJ-45) port
4 x USB 2.0 ports
1 x Coaxial S/PDIF out port
1 x PS/2 keyboard port
1 x PS/2 mouse port
8-channel audio port

1 x Floppy disk drive connector
2 x IDE connectors
2 x Serial ATA connectors
1 x CPU fan connector
1 x Power fan connector
1 x Chassis fan connector
1 x Serial port connector (COM port)
1 x 24-pin ATX power connector
1 x 4-pin ATX 12 V power connector
2 x USB 2.0 connectors for 4 additional USB 2.0 ports
1 x GAME/MIDI connector
1 x Chassis intrusion connector
1 x Front panel audio connector
1 x Internal audio (CD/AUX) connectors
System panel connector

PowerPower

Power

PowerPower
RequirementRequirement

Requirement

RequirementRequirement

Form FactorForm Factor

Form Factor

Form FactorForm Factor

Support CDSupport CD

Support CD

Support CDSupport CD
contentscontents

contents

contentscontents

*Specifications are subject to change without notice.

ATX power supply (with 24-pin and 4-pin 12 V plugs)
ATX 12 V 2.0 compliant

ATX form factor: 12 in x 9.6 in (30.5 cm x 24.4 cm)

Device drivers
ASUS PC Probe
ASUS Live Update Utility
Antivirus software (OEM version)

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This chapter describes the motherboard
features and the new technologies
it supports.

introduction

Product

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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

®®

A8V-E SE motherboard! A8V-E SE motherboard!

A8V-E SE motherboard!

A8V-E SE motherboard! A8V-E SE motherboard!

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 A8V-E SE motherboard

MotherboardMotherboard

CablesCables

Cables 2 x Serial ATA signal cables

CablesCables

2 x Serial ATA power cables
1 x Ultra DMA/133 cables
1 x 40-conductor IDE cable
1 x Floppy disk drive cable

AccessoriesAccessories

Accessories I/O shield

AccessoriesAccessories

Application CDsApplication CDs

Application CDs ASUS motherboard support CD

Application CDsApplication CDs

DocumentationDocumentation

Documentation User guide

DocumentationDocumentation

If any of the above items is damaged or missing, contact your retailer.

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Chapter 1: Product introduction

Chapter 1: Product introductionChapter 1: Product introduction

1.3 Special features

1.3.11.3.1

1.3.1

1.3.11.3.1

AMD Dual-Core Architecture AMD Dual-Core Architecture

AMD Dual-Core Architecture

AMD Dual-Core Architecture AMD Dual-Core Architecture

The motherboard supports AMD dual-core processors containing two
physical CPU cores with discrete L2 cache structure for each core to meet
demands for more powerful computing. See page 1-9.

Latest processor technology Latest processor technology

Latest processor technology

Latest processor technology Latest processor technology

The AMD Athlon™ 64FX and Athlon™ 64 desktop processors are based on
AMD’s 64-bit and 32-bit architecture, which represents the landmark
introduction of the industry’s first x86-64 technology. These processors
provide a dramatic leap forward in compatibility, performance, investment
protection, and reduced total cost of ownership and development.
See page 1-9.

Product highlightsProduct highlights

Product highlights

Product highlightsProduct highlights

HyperTransport™ Technology HyperTransport™ Technology

HyperTransport™ Technology

HyperTransport™ Technology HyperTransport™ Technology

HyperTransport™ Technology is a high-speed, low latency, point-to-point
link designed to increase the communication speed between integrated
circuits in computers, networking and telecommunicatons equipment up to
48 times faster than other existing technologies.

AMD Cool ‘n’ Quiet!™ Technology AMD Cool ‘n’ Quiet!™ Technology

AMD Cool ‘n’ Quiet!™ Technology

AMD Cool ‘n’ Quiet!™ Technology AMD Cool ‘n’ Quiet!™ Technology

The motherboard supports the AMD Cool ‘n’ Quiet!™ Technology that
dynamically and automatically changes the CPU speed, voltage and amount
of power depending on the task the CPU performs.

Dual Channel DDR memory support Dual Channel DDR memory support

Dual Channel DDR memory support

Dual Channel DDR memory support Dual Channel DDR memory support

Employing the Double Data Rate (DDR) memory technology, the
motherboard supports up to 4GB of system memory using DDR400/333/
266 DIMMs. The ultra-fast 400MHz memory bus delivers the required
bandwidth for the latest 3D graphics, multimedia, and Internet applications.
See page 1-13.

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Serial ATA technology Serial ATA technology

Serial ATA technology

Serial ATA technology Serial ATA technology

The motherboard supports Serial ATA technology through the Serial ATA
interfaces. The SATA specification allows for thinner, more flexible cables
with lower pin count, reduced voltage requirement, and up to 150 MB/s data
transfer rate. See page 1-25 for details.

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 1-19 for details.

AI Audio technology AI Audio technology

AI Audio technology

AI Audio technology AI Audio technology

The motherboard supports 8-channel audio through the onboard ALC850
CODEC with 16-bit DAC, a stereo 16-bit ADC, and an AC97 2.3 compatible
multi-channel audio designed for PC multimedia systems. It also provides
Jack-Sensing function, S/PDIF out support, interrupt capability and includes
the Realtek® proprietary UAJ® (Universal Audio Jack) technology. See pages
1-22 and 1-23 for details.

S/PDIF digital sound ready S/PDIF digital sound ready

S/PDIF digital sound ready

S/PDIF digital sound ready S/PDIF digital sound ready

The motherboard supports the S/PDIF Out function through the S/PDIF
interfaces on the rear panel. The S/PDIF technology turns your computer into
a high-end entertainment system with digital connectivity to powerful audio
and speaker systems. See page 1-23 for details.

USB 2.0 technology USB 2.0 technology

USB 2.0 technology

USB 2.0 technology USB 2.0 technology

The motherboard implements the Universal Serial Bus (USB) 2.0
specification, dramatically increasing the connection speed from the
12 Mbps bandwidth on USB 1.1 to a fast 480 Mbps on USB 2.0. USB 2.0 is
backward compatible with USB 1.1. See pages 1-21, 1-23 and 1-27 for
details.

Temperature, fan, and voltage monitoringTemperature, fan, and voltage monitoring

Temperature, fan, and voltage monitoring

Temperature, fan, and voltage monitoringTemperature, fan, and voltage monitoring

The CPU temperature is monitored by the ASIC (integrated in the Winbond
Super I/O) to prevent overheating and damage. The system fan rotations
per minute (RPM) is monitored for timely failure detection. The ASIC
monitors the voltage levels to ensure stable supply of current for critical
components. See section “2.5.4 Hardware Monitor” on page 2-32.

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Chapter 1: Product introduction

Chapter 1: Product introductionChapter 1: Product introduction

1.3.21.3.2

1.3.2

1.3.21.3.2

AI NET 2 AI NET 2

AI NET 2

AI NET 2 AI NET 2

AI NET 2 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 NET 2 immediately diagnoses the LAN
cable(s) and reports shorts and faults up to 100 meters at 1 meter
accuracy. See page 2-21 for details.

Precision Tweaker Precision Tweaker

Precision Tweaker

Precision Tweaker Precision Tweaker

Designed for overclocking aficionados, this feature allows you to gradually
increase the CPU and memory voltage to achieve maximum system
performance. See page 2-21 for details.

PEG Link mode PEG Link mode

PEG Link mode

PEG Link mode PEG Link mode

Innovative ASUS featuresInnovative ASUS features

Innovative ASUS features

Innovative ASUS featuresInnovative ASUS features

This feature allows you to adjust the PCI Express graphics frequency
according to your system configuration for optimized graphics
performance. See page 2-22 for details.

CrashFree BIOS 2 CrashFree BIOS 2

CrashFree BIOS 2

CrashFree BIOS 2 CrashFree BIOS 2

This feature allows you to restore the original BIOS data from the support CD
in case when the BIOS codes and data are corrupted. This protection
eliminates the need to buy a replacement ROM chip. See details on page 2-6.

ASUS Q-Fan technology ASUS Q-Fan technology

ASUS Q-Fan technology

ASUS Q-Fan technology ASUS Q-Fan technology

The ASUS Q-Fan technology smartly adjusts the fan speeds according to
the system loading to ensure quiet, cool, and efficient operation. See page
2-32 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.

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1.4 Before you proceed

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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 to
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

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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 LEDsOnboard LEDs

Onboard LEDs

Onboard LEDsOnboard LEDs

The motherboard comes with a green 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.

SB_PWR

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1.5 Motherboard overview

Before you install the motherboard, study the configuration of your chassis
to ensure that the motherboard fits into it.

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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1.5.1

1.5.11.5.1

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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1.5.21.5.2

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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MS1

KB1

SPDIF_O

PARALLEL PORT

Motherboard layoutMotherboard layout

Motherboard layout

Motherboard layoutMotherboard layout

KBPWR

USBPW34
USBPW12

CPU_FAN

Super

I/O

USB12

LAN_USB34

Top:Rear Speaker Out
Center:
Side Speaker Out
Below:
Center/Subwoofer

Top:Line In
Center:Line Out
Bottom:Mic In

FP_AUDIO

ALC850

Marvell

88E8053

AUX

ATX12V

PCIEX1_1

PCIEX1_2

CD

PCIEX16

PCI1

PCI2

PCI3

SB_PWR

VIA

K8T890

PWR_FAN

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CLRTC

USB56

Socket 939

CR2032 3V
Lithium Cell

CMOS Power

EATXPWR

DDR DIMM_A1 (64 bit,184-pin module)

VT8237R

USBPW56

USBPW78

USB78

DDR DIMM_B1 (64 bit,184-pin module)

DDR DIMM_A2 (64 bit,184-pin module)

VIA

DDR DIMM_B2 (64 bit,184-pin module)

SEC_IDE

CHA_FAN

SATA2

SATA1

COM1

4Mb

BIOS

CHASSIS

PANEL

GAME

FLOPPY

30.5cm (12.0in)

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1.6 Central Processing Unit (CPU)

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1.6.11.6.1

The motherboard comes with a surface mount 939-pin Zero Insertion Force
(ZIF) socket designed for the AMD Athlon™ 64FX, AMD Athlon 64™ or AMD
Sempron™ 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.

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1.6.2

1.6.21.6.2

To install a CPU:

OverviewOverview

Overview

OverviewOverview

Installling the CPUInstallling the CPU

Installling the CPU

Installling the CPUInstallling the CPU

Gold triangle

1. Locate the CPU socket on the motherboard.

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Before installing the CPU, make sure that the socket box is facing
towards you and the load lever is on your left.

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2. Unlock the socket by pressing
the lever sideways, then lift it up

to a 90°-100° angle.

Socket LeverSocket Lever

Socket Lever

Socket LeverSocket Lever

Make sure that the socket lever is lifted up to 90°-100° angle, otherwise

the CPU does not fit in completely.

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

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

The CPU fits only in one correct orientation. DO NOT force the CPU into
the socket to prevent bending the pins and damaging the CPU!

5. When the CPU is in place, push
down the socket lever to secure
the CPU. The lever clicks on the
side tab to indicate that it is
locked.

Small triangleSmall triangle

Small triangle

Small triangleSmall triangle

Gold triangleGold triangle

Gold triangle

Gold triangleGold triangle

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Installing the heatsink and fanInstalling the heatsink and fan

Installing the heatsink and fan

Installing the heatsink and fanInstalling the heatsink and fan

The AMD Athlon™ 64, AMD Athlon™ 64FX or AMD Athlon™ 64 X2
processors require a specially designed heatsink and fan assembly to
ensure optimum thermal condition and performance.

Make sure that you use only qualified heatsink and fan assembly.

Follow these steps 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 bracketRetention bracket

Retention bracket

Retention bracketRetention bracket

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 bracket lockRetention bracket lock

Retention bracket lock

Retention bracket lockRetention bracket lock

Retention Module BaseRetention Module Base

Retention Module Base

Retention Module BaseRetention Module Base

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

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base.

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2

3

4

5

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.

5. When the fan and heatsink assembly is in place, connect the CPU fan
cable to the connector on the motherboard labeled CPU_FAN.

CPU_FAN

GND

+12V

Rotation

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the CPU fan connector!
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this connector.

1.7 System memory

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1.7.11.7.1

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_B

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ChannelChannel

Channel

ChannelChannel

Sockets Sockets

Sockets

Sockets Sockets

DIMM_A

DIMM_A2DIMM_B

Channel A DIMM_A1 and DIMM_A2
Channel B DIMM_B1 and DIMM_B2

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1.7.21.7.2

Memory ConfigurationsMemory Configurations

Memory Configurations

Memory ConfigurationsMemory Configurations

You may install 64MB, 128MB, 256 MB, 512 MB and 1 GB unbuffered ECC
or non-ECC DDR DIMMs into the DIMM sockets using the memory
configurations in this section.

•

For dual-channel configuration, the total size of memory module(s)
installed per channel must be the same for better performance
(DIMM_A1+DIMM_A2=DIMM_B1+DIMM_B2).

•

Always install DIMMs with the same CAS latency. For optimum
compatibility, it is recommended that you obtain memory modules
from the same vendor. Refer to the DDR400 Qualified Vendors List
on the next page for details.

• Due to chipset resource allocation, the system may detect less than
4 GB of system memory when you installed four 1 GB DDR memory
modules.

• Due to chipset limitation, DIMM modules with 128 Mb memory chips
or double-sided x16 memory chips are not supported in this
motherboard.

• Due to CPU limitation, install on Channel B slots for a single-channel
memory configuration.

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Table 1

Table 1Table 1

ModeMode

Mode

ModeMode

Recommended memory configurationsRecommended memory configurations

Recommended memory configurations

Recommended memory configurationsRecommended memory configurations

Sockets Sockets

Sockets

Sockets Sockets

DIMM_A1DIMM_A1

DIMM_A1

DIMM_A1DIMM_A1

DIMM_A2DIMM_A2

DIMM_A2

DIMM_A2DIMM_A2

DIMM_B1DIMM_B1

DIMM_B1

DIMM_B1DIMM_B1

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 (3), you may:* For dual-channel configuration (3), you may:

* For dual-channel configuration (3), you may:

* For dual-channel configuration (3), you may:* For dual-channel configuration (3), you may:

DIMM_B2DIMM_B2

DIMM_B2

DIMM_B2DIMM_B2

• install identical DIMMs in all four sockets
install identical DIMM pair in DIMM_A1 and DIMM_B1

•

(blue sockets)

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DDR400 Qualified Vendors List

DDR400 Qualified Vendors ListDDR400 Qualified Vendors List

SizeSize

Size

SizeSize

256MB KINGSTON KVR400X64C3A/256 Hynix SS HY5DU56822BT-D43 • • •

512MB KINGSTON KVR400X64C3A/512 Hynix DS HY5DU56822BT-D43 • •

512MB KINGSTON KVR400X72C3A/512 Mosel DS V58C2256804SAT5(ECC) • •

256MB KINGSTON KVR400X64C3A/256 Infineon SS HYB25D256800BT-5B • • •

512MB KINGSTON KVR400X64C3A/512 Infineon DS HYB25D256809BT-5B •

256MB KINGSTON KVR400X64C3A/256 KINGSTON SS D3208DL2T-5 • • •

512MB KINGSTON KVR400X64C3A/512 KINGSTON DS D328DIB-50 •

1024MB KINGSTON HYB25D512800BE-5B N/A DS KVR400X64C3A/1G •

256MB SAMSUNG M381L3223ETM-CCC SAMSUNG SS K4H560838E-TCCC(ECC) • • •

512MB SAMSUNG M381L6423ETM-CCC SAMSUNG DS K4H560838E-TCCC(ECC) • • •

256MB SAMSUNG M368L3223ETM-CCC SAMSUNG SS K4H560838E-TCCC • • •

256MB SAMSUNG M368L3223FTN-CCC SAMSUNG SS K4H560838F-TCCC • • •

512MB SAMSUNG M368L6423FTN-CCC SAMSUNG DS K4H560838F-TCCC • •

512MB SAMSUNG M368L6523BTM-CCC SAMSUNG SS K4H510838B-TCCC • • •

256MB MICRON MT8VDDT3264AG-40BCB MICRON SS MT46V32M8TG-5BC • • •

512MB MICRON MT16VDDT6464AG-40BCB MICRON DS MT46V32M8TG-5BC • •

256MB Infineon HYS64D32300HU-5-C Infineon SS HYB25D256800CE-5C • • •

512MB Infineon HYS64D64320HU-5-C Infineon DS HYB25D256800CE-5C •

256MB CORSAIR CMX256A-3200C2PT Winbond SS W942508BH-5 •

512MB CORSAIR VS512MB400 VALUE seLecT DS VS32M8-5 •

1024MB CORSAIR TWINX2048-3200C2 N/A DS N/A •

256MB Hynix HYMD232645D8J-D43 Hynix SS HY5DU56822DT-D43 • • •

512MB Hynix HYMD264646D8J-D43 Hynix DS HY5DU56822DT-D43 • •

256MB GEIL GE2563200B GEIL SS GL3LC32G88TG-5A • • •

256MB GEIL GD3200-256V GEIL SS GLIL DDR 32M8 •

512MB GEIL GD3200-512V GEIL DS GLIL DDR 32M8 •

256MB TwinMOS M2G9I08AIATT9F081AADT TwinMOS SS TMD7608F8E50D • • •

256MB TwinMOS M2G9I08A8ATT9F081AADT TwinMOS SS TMD7608F8E50D • •

512MB TwinMOS M2G9J16A8ATT9F081AADT TwinMOS DS TMD7608F8E50D •

VendorVendor

Vendor

VendorVendor

Model Model

Model

Model Model

Brand Side(s) Brand Side(s)

Brand Side(s)

Brand Side(s) Brand Side(s)

OROR

OR

OROR

Component Component

Component

Component Component

DIMM support DIMM support

DIMM support

DIMM support DIMM support

AA

A

AA

BB

CC

B

C

BB

CC

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DDR400 Qualified Vendors List

DDR400 Qualified Vendors ListDDR400 Qualified Vendors List

SizeSize

Size

SizeSize

256MB Transcend TS32MLD64V4F3 SAMSUNG SS K4H560838F-TCCC • • •

512MB Transcend TS64MLD64V4F3 SAMSUNG DS K4H560838F-TCCC •

1024MB Transcend TS128MLD64V4J SAMSUNG DS K4H510838B-TCCC •

512MB Transcend TS64MLD64V4F3 Mosel DS V58C2256804SAT5B •

256MB Transcend TS32MLD64V4F3 SAMSUNG SS K4H560838E-TCCC • • •

256MB Apacer 77.10636.33G Infineon SS HYB25D256800CE-5C • •

512MB Apacer 77.10736.33G Infineon DS HYB25D256800CE-5C •

256MB Apacer 77.10639.60G ProMOS SS V58C2256804SCT5B • •

512MB Apacer 77.10739.60G ProMOS DS V58C2256804SCT5B •

512MB A DATA MDOSS6F3H41Y0N1E0Z SAMSUNG DS K4H560838F-TCCC •

256MB A DATA MDOHY6F3G31Y0N1E0Z Hynix SS HY5DU56822CT-D43 • • •

256MB A DATA MDOAD5F3G31Y0D1E02 N/A SS ADD8608A8A-5B • •

512MB A DATA MDOAD5F3H41Y0D1E02 N/A DS ADD8608A8A-5B •

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

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

256MB KINGMAX MPXB62D-38KT3R N/A SS KDL388P4LA-50 • •

512MB KINGMAX MPXC22D-38KT3R N/A DS KDL388P4LA-50 •

512MB ATP AG64L64T8SQC4S SAMSUNG DS K4H560838D-TCC4 •

1024MB ATP AG28L64T8SMC4M MICRON DS MT46V64M4TG-5BC •

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

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

256MB BRAIN POWER B6U808-256M-SAM-400 SAMSUNG SS K4H560838D-TCC4 •

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

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

256MB Deutron A8C53T-5B1T PSC SS A2S56D30CTP • • •

512MB Deutron AL6D8C53T-5B1T PSC DS A2S56D30CTP •

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

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

VendorVendor

Vendor

VendorVendor

Model Model

Model

Model Model

Brand Side(s) Brand Side(s)

Brand Side(s)

Brand Side(s) Brand Side(s)

Component Component

Component

Component Component

DIMM support DIMM support

DIMM support

DIMM support DIMM support

AA

BB

A

B

AA

BB

CC

C

CC

Side(s): SS - Side(s): SS -

Side(s): SS - Single Sided

Side(s): SS - Side(s): SS ­DIMM Support:DIMM Support:

DIMM Support:

DIMM Support:DIMM Support:
AA

A - supports one module inserted into either slot, in a Single-channel memory

AA

DS -DS -

D S - Double Sided

DS -DS -

configuration.

BB

B - supports on pair of modules inserted into either the yellow slots or the black

BB

slots as one pair of Dual-channel memory configuration.

CC

C - support for 4 modules inserted into the yellow and black slots as two pairs of

CC

Dual-channel memory configuration.

Visit the ASUS website (www.asus.com) for the latest DDR400 Qualified
Vendors List.

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Installing a DIMMInstalling a DIMM

Installing a DIMM

Installing a DIMMInstalling a 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.

2

DDR DIMM notchDDR DIMM notch

DDR DIMM notch

DDR DIMM notchDDR DIMM notch

1

1

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.

Locked Retaining ClipLocked Retaining Clip

Locked Retaining Clip

Locked Retaining ClipLocked Retaining Clip

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Removing a DIMMRemoving a DIMM

Removing a DIMM

Removing a DIMMRemoving a DIMM

Follow these steps to remove a DIMM.

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

3

2

1

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 notchDDR DIMM notch

DDR DIMM notch

DDR DIMM notchDDR DIMM notch

1.8 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.

We recommended to install the memory modules first before installing a
PCI Express x16 card.

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1.8.11.8.1

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.

1.8.21.8.2

1.8.2

1.8.21.8.2

After installing the expansion card, configure the card 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 2 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 IRQ holder for PCI steering*
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 Channel
15 10 Secondary IDE Channel

PriorityPriority

Priority

PriorityPriority

Standard FunctionStandard Function

Standard Function

Standard FunctionStandard Function

* These IRQs are usually available for ISA or PCI devices.

IRQ assignments for this motherboardIRQ assignments for this motherboard

IRQ assignments for this motherboard

IRQ assignments for this motherboardIRQ assignments for this motherboard

AA

A

AA

PCI slot 1 shared — — — — — — —
PCI slot 2 — shared — — — — — —
PCI slot 3 — — shared — — — — —
PCI E x1 slot 1 shared — — — — — — —
PCI E x1 slot 2 shared — — — — — — —
PCI E x16 slot shared — — — — — — —
Onboard USB controller 1 shared — — — — — — —
Onboard USB controller 2 shared — — — — — — —
Onboard USB controller 3 — shared — — — — — —
Onboard USB controller 4 — shared — — — — — —
Onboard USB 2.0 controller — — shared — — — — —
Onboard LAN shared — — — — — — —

BB

B

BB

CC

C

CC

DD

D

DD

EE

E

EE

FF

F

FF

GG

G

GG

HH

H

HH

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

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1.8.41.8.4

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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1.8.51.8.5

This motherboard supports PCI
Express x16 graphic cards that
comply with the PCI Express
specifications. The following figure
shows a graphics card installed on
the PCI Express x16 slot.

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1.8.61.8.6

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

PCI Express x16 slotPCI Express x16 slot

PCI Express x16 slot

PCI Express x16 slotPCI Express x16 slot

PCI Express x1 slotPCI Express x1 slot

PCI Express x1 slot

PCI Express x1 slotPCI Express x1 slot

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

1.

Clear RTC RAM (CLRTC)

1.1.

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. Re-install 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.

CLRTC

12 23

Normal Clear CMOS

(Default)

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USB device wake-up (3-pin USBPW12, USBPW34,USB device wake-up (3-pin USBPW12, USBPW34,

2.

USB device wake-up (3-pin USBPW12, USBPW34,

2.2.

USB device wake-up (3-pin USBPW12, USBPW34,USB device wake-up (3-pin USBPW12, USBPW34,
USBPW56, USBPW78)USBPW56, USBPW78)

USBPW56, USBPW78)

USBPW56, USBPW78)USBPW56, USBPW78)
Set these jumpers to +5V to wake up the computer from S1 sleep

mode (CPU stopped, DRAM refreshed, system running in low power
mode) using the connected USB devices. Set to +5VSB to wake up
from S3 and S4 sleep modes (no power to CPU, DRAM in slow refresh,
power supply in reduced power mode).

USBPW12

2

3

+5VSB

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21

+5V

(Default)

USBPW78
USBPW56

3

A8V-E SE USB device wake-up

2
1

+5V

(Default)

2

+5VSB

• The USB device wake-up feature requires a power supply that can
provide 500mA on the +5VSB lead for each USB port; otherwise,
the system would not power up.

• The total current consumed must NOT exceed the power supply
capability (+5VSB) whether under normal condition or in sleep mode.

3.3.

Keyboard power (3-pin KBPWR)Keyboard power (3-pin KBPWR)

3.

Keyboard power (3-pin KBPWR)

3.3.

Keyboard power (3-pin KBPWR)Keyboard power (3-pin KBPWR)
This jumper allows you to enable or disable the keyboard wake-up

feature. Set this jumper to pins 2-3 (+5VSB) if you wish to wake up
the computer when you press a key on the keyboard (the default is
the Space Bar). This feature requires an ATX power supply that can
supply at least 1A on the +5VSB lead, and a corresponding setting in
the BIOS.

KBPWR

2
1

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2
1

+5V +5VS

(Default)

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1 2

3

4

5
6

1.10.11.10.1

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1.10.11.10.1

1.1.

Parallel port.Parallel port.

1.

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

1.1.

Parallel port.Parallel port.

Rear panel connectorsRear panel connectors

Rear panel connectors

Rear panel connectorsRear panel connectors

1213 8

11 10

9

7

or other devices.

2.2.

LAN RJ-45 port.LAN RJ-45 port.

2.

LAN RJ-45 port. This port allows Gigabit connection to a Local

2.2.

LAN RJ-45 port.LAN RJ-45 port.
Area Network (LAN) through a network hub. Refer to the table below
for the LAN port LED indications.

LAN port LED indicationsLAN port LED indications

LAN port LED indications

LAN port LED indicationsLAN port LED indications

ACT/LINK LED ACT/LINK LED

ACT/LINK LED

ACT/LINK LED ACT/LINK LED

StatusStatus

Status

StatusStatus

OFF No link OFF 10 Mbps connection
GREEN Linked ORANGE 100 Mbps connection
BLINKING Data activity GREEN 1 Gbps connection

3.3.

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

3.

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

3.3.

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

DescriptionDescription

Description

DescriptionDescription

SPEED LED SPEED LED

SPEED LED

SPEED LED SPEED LED

StatusStatus

Status

StatusStatus

DescriptionDescription

Description

DescriptionDescription

ACT/LINK

SPEED

LED

LAN port

speakers on a 4-channel, 6-channel, or 8-channel audio configuration.

4.4.

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

4.

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

4.4.

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

5.5.

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

5.

Line In port (light blue). This port connects the 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).

6.

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.

7.7.

Microphone port (pink). Microphone port (pink).

7.

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

7.7.

Microphone port (pink). Microphone port (pink).

8.8.

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

8.

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

8.8.

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

LED

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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
Yellow Orange • • Center/Subwoofer Center/Subwoofer

9.9.

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

9.

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.

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

(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.

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

11.

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

11.11.

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

12.12.

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

12.

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

12.12.

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

13.13.

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

13.

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

13.13.

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

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1.10.2

1.10.21.10.2

1.1.

1.

1.1.

Internal connectorsInternal connectors

Internal connectors

Internal connectorsInternal connectors

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

Floppy disk drive connector (34-1 pin FLOPPY)

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

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

FLOPPY

NOTE: Orient the red markings o

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PIN 1

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

2.

IDE connectors (40-1 pin PRI_IDE, SEC_IDE)

2.2.

IDE connectors (40-1 pin PRI_IDE, SEC_IDE)IDE connectors (40-1 pin PRI_IDE, SEC_IDE)
These connectors are for Ultra DMA 133/100/66 signal cables. The

Ultra DMA 133/100/66 signal cable has three connectors: a blue
connector for the primary IDE connector on the motherboard, a black
connector for an Ultra DMA 133/100/66 IDE slave device (optical
drive/hard disk drive), and a gray connector for an Ultra DMA 133/
100/66 IDE master device (hard disk drive). If you install two hard disk
drives, you must configure the second drive as a slave device by setting
its jumper accordingly. Refer to the hard disk documentation for the
jumper settings.

• The 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 UltraDMA133/100/66 IDE
devices.

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SEC_IDE

PIN 1

NOTE: Orient the red marking
(usually zigzag) on the IDE
ribbon cable to PIN 1.

PRI_IDE

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3.

Serial ATA connectors (7-pin SATA1, SATA2)

3.3.

Serial ATA connectors (7-pin SATA1, SATA2)Serial ATA connectors (7-pin SATA1, SATA2)
These connectors are for the Serial ATA signal cables for Serial ATA

hard disk drives.

GND

GND

GND

RSATA_RXP2

RSATA_TXP2

RSATA_RXN2

RSATA_TXN2

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Important notes on Serial ATAImportant notes on Serial ATA

Important notes on Serial ATA

Important notes on Serial ATAImportant notes on Serial ATA

•

The Serial ATA RAID feature (RAID 0, RAID 1 and JBOD) is available
only if you are using Windows® 2000/XP.

SATA2
SATA1

GND

RSATA_TXP1

RSATA_TXN1

GND

RSATA_RXP1

RSATA_RXN1

GND

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Install the Windows® 2000 Service Pack 4 or the Windows® XP
Service Pack1 when using Serial ATA.

4.4.

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

4.

Serial port connector (10-1 pin COM1)

4.4.

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.

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A8V-E SE COM port connector

COM1

PIN 1

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5.

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

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

(3-pin CPU_FAN, 3-pin CHA_FAN1, 3-pin PWR_FAN)(3-pin CPU_FAN, 3-pin CHA_FAN1, 3-pin PWR_FAN)
The fan connectors support cooling fans of 350mA~2000mA (24 W

max.) or a total of 1A~3.48A (41.76 W max.) at +12V. 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. Lack of
sufficient 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

GND

+12V

Rotation

PWR_FAN

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GND

+12V

Rotation

CHA_FAN

GND

+12V

Rotation

A8V-E SE Fan connectors

6.6.

Internal audio connectors (4-pin CD, AUX)Internal audio connectors (4-pin CD, AUX)

6.

Internal audio connectors (4-pin CD, AUX)

6.6.

Internal audio connectors (4-pin CD, AUX)Internal audio connectors (4-pin CD, AUX)
These connectors allow you to receive stereo audio input from sound

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

Ground

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Ground

Left Audio Channel

Right Audio Channel

Ground

Ground

Left Audio Channel

Right Audio Channel

AUX

CD

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USB connectors (10-1 pin USB56, USB78)USB connectors (10-1 pin USB56, USB78)

7.

USB connectors (10-1 pin USB56, USB78)

7.7.

USB connectors (10-1 pin USB56, USB78)USB connectors (10-1 pin USB56, USB78)
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.

Never connect a

1394 cable1394 cable

1394 cable to the USB connectors. Doing so will

1394 cable1394 cable

damage the motherboard!

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USB+5V

USB_P6-

USB_P6+

GND

NC

USB56

1

A8V-E SE USB 2.0 connectors

USB+5V

USB_P5-

USB_P5+

GND

The USB/GAME port module is purchased separately.

USB78

1

USB+5V

USB_P8-

USB_P8+

USB+5V

USB_P7-

USB_P7+

GND

NC

GND

8.8.

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

8.

Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin FP_AUDIO)

8.8.

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

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

NC

MICPWR+5VA

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Line out_L

FP_AUDIO

BLINE_OUT_L

A8V-E SE Front panel audio connector

MIC2

Line out_R

AGND

BLINE_OUT_R

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ATX power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR,ATX power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR,

9.

ATX power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR,

9.9.

ATX power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR,ATX power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR,

4-pin ATX12V)4-pin ATX12V)

4-pin ATX12V)

4-pin ATX12V)4-pin ATX12V)

These connectors are for an ATX power supply plugs. The power
supply plugs are designed to fit these connectors in only one
orientation. Find the proper orientation and push down firmly until the
connectors completely fit.

•

Use of an ATX 12 V Specification 2.0-compliant power supply unit
(PSU) that provides a minimum power of 350 W is recommended
for a fully-configured system.

•

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

• 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.

• You must install a PSU with a higher power rating if you intend to
install additional devices.

ATX12V

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+12V DC

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GND
+12V DC

+3 Volts

-12 Volts
Ground
PSON#
Ground
Ground
Ground

-5 Volts

+5 Volts
+5 Volts
+5 Volts

Ground

EATXPWR

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

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

10.

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

10.10.

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.

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J2B1

J2CX

MIDI_OUT

J2CY

J2B2

MIDI_IN

GAME

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+5V +5V

J1B1

J1CX

GND

GND

J1B2

J1CY

+5V

The USB/GAME port module is purchased separately.

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.

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+5VSB_MB

Chassis Signal

GND

CHASSIS

(Default

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

12.

System panel connector (20-pin PANEL)

12.12.

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

This connector supports several chassis-mounted functions.

PLED SPEAKER

Ground

+5V

Speaker

Ground

PANEL

PLED+

PLED-

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IDE_LED+

IDE LED

*

Requires an ATX power suppl

SMI

Ground

ExtSMI#

PWR

Ground

RESET

PWR

Reset

Ground

A8V-E SE System panel connector

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.

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.

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.

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

•

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

Power/Soft-off button (Yellow 2-pin PWR)Power/Soft-off button (Yellow 2-pin PWR)
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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the system settings through the BIOS
Setup menus. Detailed descriptions
of the BIOS parameters are also
provided.

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2.1 Managing and updating your BIOS

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

AwardBIOS Flash Utility AwardBIOS Flash Utility

1.

AwardBIOS Flash Utility (Updates the BIOS in DOS mode using a

AwardBIOS Flash Utility AwardBIOS Flash Utility
bootable floppy disk.)

ASUS CrashFree BIOS 2 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 2

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.)

ASUS EZ Flash ASUS EZ Flash

3.

ASUS EZ Flash (Updates the BIOS in DOS using a floppy disk or the

ASUS EZ Flash ASUS EZ Flash
motherboard support CD.)

ASUS Update ASUS Update

4.

ASUS Update (Updates the BIOS in Windows

ASUS Update ASUS Update

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 AwardBIOS Flash utilities.

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2.1.12.1.1

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

My

MyMy

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

e. Select

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

options field, then click

Start.

StartStart

StartStart

FormatFormat

Format. A

FormatFormat

Format 3 1/2Format 3 1/2

Format 3 1/2

Format 3 1/2Format 3 1/2

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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

2000 CD to the optical drive.

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c. Click

StartStart

Start, then select

StartStart

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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Updating the BIOSUpdating the BIOS

Updating the BIOS

Updating the BIOSUpdating the BIOS

The Basic Input/Output System (BIOS) can be updated using the
AwardBIOS Flash Utility. Follow these instructions to update the BIOS using
this utility.

1. Download the latest BIOS file from the ASUS web site. Rename the file

A8V-E_SE.BINA8V-E_SE.BIN

to

A8V-E_SE.BIN and save it to a floppy disk.

A8V-E_SE.BINA8V-E_SE.BIN

Save only the updated BIOS file in the floppy disk to avoid loading the
wrong BIOS file.

2. Copy the AwardBIOS Flash Utility (awdflash.exe) from the Software
folder of the support CD to the floppy disk with the latest BIOS file.

3. Boot the system in DOS mode using the bootable floppy disk you
created earlier.

4. When the

A:>A:>

A : > appears, replace the bootable floppy disk with the

A:>A:>
floppy disk containing the new BIOS file and the Award BIOS Flash
Utility.

5. At the prompt, type
awdflashawdflash

awdflash then press

awdflashawdflash

AwardBIOS Flash Utility for ASUS V1.01

(C) Phoenix Technologies Ltd. All Rights Reserved

<Enter>. The Award
BIOS Flash Utility screen

For K8T890-8237-A8V-E-00 DATE: 09/10/2004
Flash Type - PMC Pm49FL004T LPC/FWH

appears.

File Name to Program:

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Message: Please input File Name!

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6. Type the BIOS file name

3

3

1

3

3

123

1

3

123

123

3

3

3

3

123

123

123

123

in the
ProgramProgram

Program field, then

ProgramProgram

File Name toFile Name to

File Name to

File Name toFile Name to

press <Enter>.

AwardBIOS Flash Utility for ASUS V1.01

(C) Phoenix Technologies Ltd. All Rights Reserved

For K8T890-8237-A8V-E-00 DATE: 09/10/2004
Flash Type - PMC Pm49FL004T LPC/FWH

File Name to Program: A8V-E_SE.BIN

Message: Do You Want To Save Bios (Y/N)

7. Press <N> when the utility prompts you to save the current BIOS file.
The following screen appears.

8. The utility verifies the
BIOS file in the floppy
disk and starts flashing
the BIOS file.

Do not turn off or reset the system during the flashing process!

9. The utility displays a
Flashing CompleteFlashing Complete

Flashing Complete

Flashing CompleteFlashing Complete
message indicating that
you have successfully
flashed the BIOS file.
Press <F1> to restart
the system.

AwardBIOS Flash Utility for ASUS V1.01

(C) Phoenix Technologies Ltd. All Rights Reserved

For K8T890-8237-A8V-E-00 DATE: 09/10/2004
Flash Type - PMC Pm49FL004T LPC/FWH

File Name to Program: A8V-E_SE.BIN

Program Flashing Memory - OFE00 OK

23456789012345678901234567890

2

2

Write OK No Update Write Fail

2

2

2

Warning: Don’t Turn Off Power Or Reset System!

AwardBIOS Flash Utility for ASUS V1.01

(C) Phoenix Technologies Ltd. All Rights Reserved

For K8T890-8237-A8V-E-00 DATE: 09/10/2004
Flash Type - PMC Pm49FL004T LPC/FWH

File Name to Program: A8V-E_SE.BIN
Flashing Complete

Press <F1> to Continue

2

2

Write OK No Update Write Fail

F1

Reset

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Saving the current BIOS fileSaving the current BIOS file

Saving the current BIOS file

Saving the current BIOS fileSaving the current BIOS file

You can use the AwardBIOS Flash Utility to save the current BIOS file. You
can load the current BIOS file when the BIOS file gets corrupted during the
flashing process.

To save the current BIOS file using the AwardBIOS Flash Utility:

1. Follow steps 1 to 6 of the previous section.

2. Press <Y> when the
utility prompts you to
save the current BIOS
file. The following screen
appears.

3. Type a filename for the
current BIOS file in the
Save current BIOSSave current BIOS

Save current BIOS

Save current BIOSSave current BIOS
as as

a s field, then press

as as
<Enter>.

AwardBIOS Flash Utility for ASUS V1.01

(C) Phoenix Technologies Ltd. All Rights Reserved

For K8T890-8237-A8V-E-00 DATE: 09/10/2004
Flash Type - PMC Pm49FL004T LPC/FWH

File Name to Program: A8V-E_SE.BIN

Save current BIOS as:

Message:

AwardBIOS Flash Utility for ASUS V1.01

(C) Phoenix Technologies Ltd. All Rights Reserved

For K8T890-8237-A8V-E-00 DATE: 09/10/2004
Flash Type - PMC Pm49FL004T LPC/FWH

File Name to Program: A8V-E_SE.BIN
Checksum: DAD6H
Save current BIOS as: old.bin

4. The utility saves the
current BIOS file to the
floppy disk, then returns
to the BIOS flashing
process.

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Message: Please Wait!

AwardBIOS Flash Utility for ASUS V1.01

(C) Phoenix Technologies Ltd. All Rights Reserved

For K8T890-8237-A8V-E-00 DATE: 09/10/2004
Flash Type - PMC Pm49FL004T LPC/FWH

File Name to Program: A8V-E_SE.BIN
Now Backup System BIOS to

File!

23456789012345678901234567890

Message: Please Wait!

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2.1.4

2.1.42.1.4

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.

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

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. Turn on the system.

2. Insert the motherboard support CD to the optical drive.

3. The utility displays the following message and automatically checks
the CD for the BIOS file.

Award BootBlock BIOS v1.0
Copyright (c) 2000, Award Software, Inc.

BIOS ROM checksum error
Detecting IDE ATAPI device...

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

Award BootBlock BIOS v1.0
Copyright (c) 2000, Award Software, Inc.

BIOS ROM checksum error
Detecting IDE ATAPI device...
Found CDROM, try to Boot from it... Pass

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 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

To recover the BIOS from a floppy disk :

1. Remove any CD from the optical drive, then 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.

Award BootBlock BIOS v1.0
Copyright (c) 2000, Award Software, Inc.

BIOS ROM checksum error
Detecting IDE ATAPI device...

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

Award BootBlock BIOS v1.0
Copyright (c) 2000, Award Software, Inc.

BIOS ROM checksum error
Detecting IDE ATAPI device...
Found CDROM, try to Boot from it... Fail

Detecting floppy drive A media...

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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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.

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

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

Insert Disk then press Enter or ESC to continue POST

4. Insert the floppy disk
that contains the BIOS
file to the floppy disk
drive then press
<Enter>. The following

AwardBIOS Flash Utility for ASUS V1.01

(C) Phoenix Technologies Ltd. All Rights Reserved

For NF-KC804-A8N-SLI-00 DATE: 11/18/2004
Flash Type - SST 49LF004A/B /3.3V

File Name to Program:

screen appears.

Message: Please wait...

5. When the correct BIOS file is found, EZ Flash performs the BIOS
update process and automatically reboots the system when done.

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

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2.1.62.1.6

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:

• 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.

Installing ASUS UpdateInstalling ASUS Update

Installing ASUS Update

Installing ASUS UpdateInstalling ASUS Update

ASUS Update utilityASUS Update utility

ASUS Update utility

ASUS Update utilityASUS Update utility

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

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 3-4 for the

VX.XX.XXVX.XX.XX

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

Utilities Utilities

Utilities tab, then click

Utilities Utilities

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

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

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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
Start Start

Start >

Start Start

Programs Programs

Programs >

Programs Programs

ASUS ASUS

ASUS >

ASUS ASUS

ASUSUpdate ASUSUpdate

ASUSUpdate >

ASUSUpdate ASUSUpdate

desktop by clicking

ASUSUpdateASUSUpdate

ASUSUpdate. The

ASUSUpdateASUSUpdate

ASUS Update main window appears.

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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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

OpenOpen

Open.

OpenOpen

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

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2.2 BIOS setup program

This motherboard supports a programmable Low-Pin Count (LPC) chip that
you can update using the provided utility described in section
Managing and 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 of the LPC chip.

The LPC chip 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

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.

LoadLoad

Load

LoadLoad

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

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2.2.12.2.1

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 15 : 30 : 36
System Date Wed, Sep 15 2004
Language [English]

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

Primary IDE Master [ST321122A]
Primary IDE Slave [ASUS CDS520/A]
Secondary IDE Master [None]
Secondary IDE Slave [None]
HDD SMART Monitoring [Disabled]

Installed Memory 256MB

F1:Help ↑↓ : Select Item -/+: Change Value F5: Setup Defaults
ESC: Exit →←: Select Menu Enter: Select Sub-menu F10: Save and Exit

Sub-menu itemsSub-menu items

Sub-menu items

Sub-menu itemsSub-menu items

2.2.22.2.2

2.2.2

2.2.22.2.2

Menu barMenu bar

Menu bar

Menu barMenu bar

Phoenix-Award BIOS CMOS Setup Utility

Menu barMenu bar

Menu bar

Menu barMenu bar

Configuration fieldsConfiguration fields

Configuration fields

Configuration fieldsConfiguration fields

General helpGeneral help

General help

General helpGeneral help

Select Menu

Item Specific Help

Change the day, month,
year and century.

Legend barLegend bar

Legend bar

Legend barLegend bar

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 settings

ExitExit

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

• The BIOS setup screens shown in this chapter 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
information.

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2.2.3

2.2.32.2.3

At the bottom of the Setup screen is a legend bar. The keys in the legend
bar allow you to navigate through the various setup menus. The following
table lists the keys found in the legend bar with their corresponding
functions.

Legend barLegend bar

Legend bar

Legend barLegend bar

Navigation KeyNavigation Key

Navigation Key

Navigation KeyNavigation Key

<F1><F1>

<F1> Displays the General Help screen

<F1><F1>
<F5><F5>

<F5> Loads setup default values

<F5><F5>

<Esc><Esc>

<Esc> Exits the BIOS setup or returns to the main menu

<Esc><Esc>

Left or Right arrowLeft or Right arrow

Left or Right arrow Selects the menu item to the left or right

Left or Right arrowLeft or Right arrow
Up or Down arrowUp or Down arrow

Up or Down arrow Moves the highlight up or down between fields

Up or Down arrowUp or Down arrow
Page Down or – (minus)Page Down or – (minus)

Page Down or – (minus) Scrolls backward through the values for the

Page Down or – (minus)Page Down or – (minus)

Page Up or + (plus)Page Up or + (plus)

Page Up or + (plus) Scrolls forward through the values for the highlighted

Page Up or + (plus)Page Up or + (plus)

<Enter><Enter>

<Enter> Brings up a selection menu for the highlighted field

<Enter><Enter>
<F10><F10>

<F10> Saves changes and exit

<F10><F10>

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2.2.42.2.4

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

Menu itemsMenu items

Menu items

Menu itemsMenu items

FunctionFunction

Function

FunctionFunction

from a sub-menu

highlighted field

field

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.

2.2.52.2.5

2.2.5

2.2.52.2.5

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>.

2.2.62.2.6

2.2.6

2.2.62.2.6

These fields show the values for the menu items. If an item is
user-configurable, 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 “2.2.7 Pop-up window.”

Sub-menu itemsSub-menu items

Sub-menu items

Sub-menu itemsSub-menu items

Configuration fieldsConfiguration fields

Configuration fields

Configuration fieldsConfiguration fields

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2.2.7

2.2.72.2.7

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.

Phoenix-Award BIOS CMOS Setup Utility

Main Advanced Power Boot Exit

System Time 15 : 30 : 36
System Date Wed, Sep 15 2004

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

Primary IDE Master [ST321122A]
Primary IDE Slave [ASUS CDS520/A]
Secondary IDE Master [None]
Secondary IDE Slave [None]
HDD SMART Monitoring [Disabled]

Installed Memory 256MB

F1:Help ↑↓ : Select Item -/+: Change Value F5: Setup Defaults
ESC: Exit →←: Select Menu Enter: Select Sub-menu F10: Save and Exit

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2.2.8

2.2.82.2.8

General helpGeneral help

General help

General helpGeneral help

Legacy Diskette A:

Disabled ..... [ ]

360K , 5.25 in. ..... [ ]

1.2M , 5.25 in. ..... [ ]

720K , 3.5 in. ..... [ ]

1.44M, 3.5 in. ..... [ ]

2.88M, 3.5 in. ..... [ ]

↑↓ :Move ENTER:Accept ESC:Abort

Pop-up menuPop-up menu

Pop-up menu

Pop-up menuPop-up menu

Item Specific Help

Specifies the capacity
and physical size of
diskette drive A.

Select Menu

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

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2.3 Main menu

When you enter the BIOS Setup program, the Main menu screen appears,
giving you an overview of the basic system information.

Refer to section “2.2.1 BIOS menu screen” for information on the menu
screen items and how to navigate through them.

Phoenix-Award BIOS CMOS Setup Utility

Main Advanced Power Boot Exit

System Time 15 : 30 : 36
System Date Wed, Jun 15 2005

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

Primary IDE Master [ST321122A]
Primary IDE Slave [ASUS CDS520/A]
Secondary IDE Master [None]
Secondary IDE Slave [None]
HDD SMART Monitoring [Disabled]

Installed Memory 256MB

F1:Help ↑↓ : Select Item -/+: Change Value F5: Setup Defaults
ESC: Exit →←: Select Menu Enter: Select Sub-menu F10: Save and Exit

2.3.12.3.1

2.3.1

2.3.12.3.1

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

System Time [xx:xx:xxxx]

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

Item Specific Help

Change the day, month,
year and century.

Select Menu

Allows you to set the system time.

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2.3.22.3.2

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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2.3.32.3.3

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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Primary and Secondary IDE Master/SlavePrimary and Secondary IDE Master/Slave

Primary and Secondary IDE Master/Slave

Primary and Secondary IDE Master/SlavePrimary and Secondary IDE Master/Slave

While entering Setup, the BIOS automatically detects the presence of 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.

Phoenix-Award BIOS CMOS Setup Utility

Main

Primary IDE Master

Primary IDE Master [Auto]

Access Mode [Auto]

Capacity 13579 MB

Cylinder 26310
Head 16
Sector 63

PIO Mode [Auto]
UDMA Mode [Auto]

Transfer Mode UDMA 4

F1:Help ↑↓ : Select Item -/+: Change Value F5: Setup Defaults
ESC: Exit →←: Select Menu Enter: Select Sub-menu F10: Save and Exit

Item Specific Help

Press [Enter] to
select

Select Menu

The BIOS automatically detects the values opposite the dimmed items
(Capacity, Cylinder, Head, Sector and Transfer Mode). These values are not
user-configurable. These items show N/A if no IDE device is installed in the
system.

Primary/Secondary IDE Master/Slave [Auto]Primary/Secondary IDE Master/Slave [Auto]

Primary/Secondary IDE Master/Slave [Auto]

Primary/Secondary IDE Master/Slave [Auto]Primary/Secondary IDE Master/Slave [Auto]

Select [Auto] to automatically detect an IDE hard disk drive. If automatic
detection is successful, the BIOS automatically fills in the correct values for
the remaining fields on this sub-menu. If the hard disk was already
formatted on a previous system, the setup BIOS may detect incorrect
parameters. Select [Manual] to manually enter the IDE hard disk drive
parameters. If no drive is installed select [None].
Configuration options: [None] [Auto] [Manual]

Access Mode [Auto]Access Mode [Auto]

Access Mode [Auto]

Access Mode [Auto]Access Mode [Auto]

The default [Auto] allows automatic detection of an IDE hard disk drive.
Select [CHS] for this item if you set the IDE Primary Master/Slave to
[Manual]. Configuration options: [CHS] [LBA] [Large] [Auto]

Before attempting to configure a hard disk drive, make sure you have
the correct configuration information supplied by the drive
manufacturer. Incorrect settings may cause the system to fail to
recognize the installed hard disk.

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CapacityCapacity

Capacity

CapacityCapacity

Displays the auto-detected hard disk capacity. This item is not
configurable.

CylinderCylinder

Cylinder

CylinderCylinder

Shows the number of the hard disk cylinders. This item is not configurable.

HeadHead

Head

HeadHead

Shows the number of the hard disk read/write heads. This item is not
configurable.

SectorSector

Sector

SectorSector

Shows the number of sectors per track. This item is not configurable.

PIO ModePIO Mode

PIO Mode

PIO ModePIO Mode

Sets the PIO mode for the IDE device.
Configuration options: [Auto] [Mode 0] [Mode 1] [Mode 2] [Mode 3]
[Mode 4]

UDMA ModeUDMA Mode

UDMA Mode

UDMA ModeUDMA Mode

Disables or sets the UDMA mode. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Auto]

Transfer ModeTransfer Mode

Transfer Mode

Transfer ModeTransfer Mode

Shows the Transfer mode. This item is not configurable.

After entering the IDE hard disk drive information into BIOS, use a disk
utility, such as FDISK, to partition and format new IDE hard disk drives.
This is necessary so that you can write or read data from the hard disk.
Make sure to set the partition of the Primary IDE hard disk drives to
active.

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Enables or disables the hard disk Self-Monitoring Analysis & Reporting
Technology (SMART) feature. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]

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Shows the size of installed memory.

HDD SMART MonitoringHDD SMART Monitoring

HDD SMART Monitoring

HDD SMART MonitoringHDD SMART Monitoring

Installed MemoryInstalled Memory

Installed Memory

Installed MemoryInstalled Memory

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2.4 Advanced menu

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.

Phoenix-Award BIOS CMOS Setup Utility

Main Advanced Power Boot Exit

JumperFree Configuration
LAN Cable Status
PEG Link Mode

CPU Configuration
Chipset
PCIPnP
Onboard Device Configuration
USB Configuration

F1:Help ↑↓ : Select Item -/+: Change Value F5: Setup Defaults
ESC: Exit →←: Select Menu Enter: Select Sub-menu F10: Save and Exit

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2.4.12.4.1

Advanced

Frequency Configuration

CPU Multiplier [Auto]
Hammer Vid control [Startup]
Memory Voltage Adjustment [2.75 V]
CPU Vcore Offset [+100 mv]

JumperFree ConfigurationJumperFree Configuration

JumperFree Configuration

JumperFree ConfigurationJumperFree Configuration

Phoenix-Award BIOS CMOS Setup Utility

JumperFree Configuration

Select Menu

Item Specific Help

Press Enter to Set

Select Menu

Item Specific Help

Frequency ConfigurationFrequency Configuration

Frequency Configuration

Frequency ConfigurationFrequency Configuration

The items in this sub-menu show the frequency information auto-detected
by the BIOS.

Phoenix-Award BIOS CMOS Setup Utility

Advanced

Frequency Configuration

Spread Spectrum [Auto]

PCIEx clock Sync. to CPU [Enable]

x PCIEx Clock 100MHz

PCI clock Sync. to CPU [Enabled]

x PCI Clock 33.0 MHz

CPU Clock [200MHz]

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Spread Spectrum [Auto]

Enables or disables the clock generator spread spectrum.
Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] [Auto]

PCIEx clock Sync. to CPU [Enable]

Enables or disables the PCI Express™ synchronous clock to the CPU.
Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]

PCIEx Clock [XXX] (value is auto-detected)

Allows you to set the PCI Express clock frequency. This item is
user-configurable only when the

PCIEx clock Sync. to CPUPCIEx clock Sync. to CPU

PCIEx clock Sync. to CPU item is

PCIEx clock Sync. to CPUPCIEx clock Sync. to CPU
set to Disabled. The BIOS detects the default value of this item. Press
<Enter> then key-in desired PCI Express clock frequency within range.

PCI clock Sync. to CPU [Enable]

Enables or disables the PCI synchronous clock to the CPU.
Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]

PCI Clock [XXX] (value is auto-detected)

Allows you to set the PCI clock frequency. This item is
user-configurable only when the

PCI clock Sync. to CPUPCI clock Sync. to CPU

PCI clock Sync. to CPU item is

PCI clock Sync. to CPUPCI clock Sync. to CPU
set to Disabled. The BIOS detects the default value of this item. Press
<Enter> then key-in desired PCI clock frequency within range.

CPU Clock [XXX] (value is auto-detected)

Displays the frequency sent by the clock generator to the system bus
and PCI bus. The default value of this item is auto-detected by the
BIOS. Use the <+> and <-> keys to adjust the CPU frequency.

Selecting a very high CPU frequency may cause the system to become
unstable! If this happens, revert to the default setting.

CPU Multiplier [Auto]CPU Multiplier [Auto]

CPU Multiplier [Auto]

CPU Multiplier [Auto]CPU Multiplier [Auto]

Sets the CPU multiplier. The configuration options vary depending on the
type of CPU installed. Configuration options: [Auto] [x4] [x4.5] [x5] [x5.5]
[x6] [x6.5] [x7] [x7.5] [x8] [x8.5] [x9] [x9.5] [x10] [x10.5] [x11]

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Hammer Vid control [Startup]Hammer Vid control [Startup]

Hammer Vid control [Startup]

Hammer Vid control [Startup]Hammer Vid control [Startup]

Sets the Hammer Voltage ID control. Configuration options: [Startup]
[1.5625v] [1.550 v] [1.5375v] [1.525 v] [1.5125v] [1.500 v] [1.4875v]
[1.475 v] [1.4625v] [1.450 v] [1.4375v] [1.425 v] [1.4125v] [1.400 v]
[1.3875v] [1.375 v] [1.3625v] [1.350 v] [1.3375v] [1.325 v] [1.3125v]
[1.300 v] [1.2875v] [1.275 v] [1.2625v] [1.250 v] [1.2375v] [1.225 v]
[1.2125v] [1.200 v] [1.1875v] [1.175 v] [1.1625v] [1.150 v] [1.1375v]
[1.125 v] [1.1125v] [1.100 v] [1.0875v] [1.075 v] [1.0625v] [1.050 v]
[1.0375v] [1.025 v] [1.0125v] [1.000 v] [0.9875v] [0.975 v] [0.9625v]
[0.950 v] [0.9375v] [0.925 v] [0.9125v] [0.900 v] [0.8875v] [0.875 v]
[0.8625v] [0.850 v] [0.8375v] [0.825 v] [0.8125v] [0.800 v]

Memory Voltage Adjustment [2.75 V]Memory Voltage Adjustment [2.75 V]

Memory Voltage Adjustment [2.75 V]

Memory Voltage Adjustment [2.75 V]Memory Voltage Adjustment [2.75 V]

Sets the memory adjustment voltage. Configuration options: [2.60 V]
[2.65 V] [2.70 V] [2.75 V] [2.80 V] [2.85 V] [2.90 V] [2.95 V] [3.00 V]

CPU VCore Offset [+100 mv]CPU VCore Offset [+100 mv]

CPU VCore Offset [+100 mv]

CPU VCore Offset [+100 mv]CPU VCore Offset [+100 mv]

Sets the CPU Vcore offset voltage.
Configuration options: [+100 mv] [+200 mv]

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2.4.22.4.2

LAN Cable StatusLAN Cable Status

LAN Cable Status

LAN Cable StatusLAN Cable Status

The items in this menu displays the status of the Local Area Network
(LAN) cable.

Phoenix-Award BIOS CMOS Setup Utility

Advanced

LAN Cable Status

POST Check LAN Cable [Disabled]

Pair Status Length

1-2 Open N/A
3-6 Open N/A
4-5 Open N/A
7-8 Open N/A

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]

Select Menu

Item Specific Help

Enables or disables checking of the LAN cable during the Power-On
Self-Test (POST). Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]

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Advanced

PEG Link ModePEG Link Mode

PEG Link Mode

PEG Link ModePEG Link Mode

Phoenix-Award BIOS CMOS Setup Utility

PEG Link Mode

PEG Link Mode [Auto]

PEG Link Mode [Auto]PEG Link Mode [Auto]

PEG Link Mode [Auto]

PEG Link Mode [Auto]PEG Link Mode [Auto]

Item Specific Help

Select Menu

Allows you to enhance the performance of your PCI Express graphics card.
Configuration options: [Auto] [Disabled] [Normal] [Fast] [Faster]

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Advanced

CPU Type AMD Dual Core Processor 4200+

CPU Speed 2200MHz
Cache RAM 512K x2
Current FSB Frequency 200 MHz

AMD K8 Cool’n’Quiet control [Disabled]

CPU ConfigurationCPU Configuration

CPU Configuration

CPU ConfigurationCPU Configuration

Phoenix-Award BIOS CMOS Setup Utility

CPU Configuration

Select Menu

Item Specific Help

AMD K8 Cool ‘n’ Quiet control [Disabled]AMD K8 Cool ‘n’ Quiet control [Disabled]

AMD K8 Cool ‘n’ Quiet control [Disabled]

AMD K8 Cool ‘n’ Quiet control [Disabled]AMD K8 Cool ‘n’ Quiet control [Disabled]

Allows you to disable or set the AMD Cool ‘n’ Quiet!™ Technology feature.
Configuration options: [Auto] [Disabled]

This feature requires the AMD CPU heatsink and fan assembly with
monitor chip. If you purchased a separate heatsink and fan package, use
the ASUS Q-Fan Technology feature to automatically adjust the CPU fan
speed according to your system loading.

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2.4.52.4.5

Advanced

DRAM Configuration

Upstream LDT Bus Width [16 bit]
Downstream LDT Bus Width [16 bit]
LDT Bus Frequency [Auto]
VLink Mode Selection [By Auto]
PEG Data Scrambling [Auto]
PE0-PE3 Data Scrambling [Enable]
Init Display First [PCI Slot]
Chipset Vcore Adjustment [+1.6 V]

ChipsetChipset

Chipset

ChipsetChipset

Phoenix-Award BIOS CMOS Setup Utility

Chipset

Item Specific Help

DRAM timing and
control

Select Menu

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DRAM ConfigurationDRAM Configuration

DRAM Configuration

DRAM ConfigurationDRAM Configuration

The items in this sub-menu show the DRAM-related information
auto-detected by the BIOS.

Phoenix-Award BIOS CMOS Setup Utility

Advanced

DRAM Configuration

Current DRAM Frequency 200 MHz

Timing Mode [Auto]

x Memclock index value (MHz) 200Mhz
x CAS# latency (Tcl) 2.5
x Min RAS# active time(Tras) 8T
x RAS# to CAS# delay (Trcd) 4T
x Row precharge Time (Trp) 4T
x 1T/2T Memory Timing 2T

H/W DRAM Over 4G Remapping [Enabled]

MTRR mapping mode [Continous]

Master ECC Enabled [Enabled]

ECC Memory Interlock [At least One]

F1:Help ↑↓ : Select Item -/+: Change Value F5: Setup Defaults
ESC: Exit →←: Select Menu Enter: Select Sub-menu F10: Save and Exit

Select Menu

Item Specific Help

Place an artificial
memory clock limit on
the system. Memory is
prevented from
running faster than
this frequency.

Current DRAM Frequency

Shows the Transfer mode. This item is not configurable.

Timing Mode [Auto]

Sets the timing mode. Configuration options: [Auto] [Manual]

Memclock index value (Mhz) [200Mhz]

Sets the memory clock index value. Configuration options: [100Mhz]
[133Mhz] [166Mhz] [200Mhz] [216Mhz] [233Mhz] [250Mhz]

CAS# latency (Tcl) [2.5]

Controls the latency between the SDRAM read command and the time
the data actually becomes available. Configuration options: [2.0] [2.5]
[3.0]

Min RAS# active time (Tras) [8T]

Sets the minimum RAS# active time. Configuration options: [5] [6]
[7] [8] [9] [10] [11] [12] [13] [14] [15]

RAS# to CAS# delay (Trcd) [4T]

Controls the latency between the DDR SDRAM active command and
the read/write command. Configuration options: [2] [3] [4] [5] [6]
[7]

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Row precharge Time (Trp) [Auto]

Sets the Row precharge time. Configuration options: [2] [3] [4] [5]
[6] [7]

1T/2T Memory Timing [2T]

Sets the memory timing. Configuration options: [1T] [2T]

H/W DRAM Over 4G Remapping [Enabled]

Enables or disables the hardware DRAM remapping when using 4G of
system memory. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]

MTRR mapping mode [Continous]

Sets the MTRR mapping mode.
Configuration options: [Continous] [Discrete]

Master ECC Enable [Enable]

Enables or disables the master ECC.
Configuration options: [Disable] [Enable]

ECC Memory Interlock [At Least One]

Sets the ECC memory interlock. Configuration options: [At Least One]
[All Are]

Upstream LDT Bus Width [16 bit]Upstream LDT Bus Width [16 bit]

Upstream LDT Bus Width [16 bit]

Upstream LDT Bus Width [16 bit]Upstream LDT Bus Width [16 bit]

Sets the upstream Lightning Data Transport (LDT) Bus Width.
Configuration options: [ 8 bit] [16 bit]

Downstream LDT Bus Width [16 bit]Downstream LDT Bus Width [16 bit]

Downstream LDT Bus Width [16 bit]

Downstream LDT Bus Width [16 bit]Downstream LDT Bus Width [16 bit]

Sets the downstream Lightning Data Transport (LDT) Bus Width.
Configuration options: [ 8 bit] [16 bit]

LDT Bus Frequency [Auto]LDT Bus Frequency [Auto]

LDT Bus Frequency [Auto]

LDT Bus Frequency [Auto]LDT Bus Frequency [Auto]

Sets the Lightning Data Transport (LDT) Bus frequency.
Configuration options: [Auto] [1 GHz] [800 MHz] [600 MHz] [400 MHz]
[200 MHz]

VLink Mode Selection [By Auto]VLink Mode Selection [By Auto]

VLink Mode Selection [By Auto]

VLink Mode Selection [By Auto]VLink Mode Selection [By Auto]

Sets the VLink mode. Configuration options: [By Auto] [Mode 0] [Mode 1]
[Mode 2] [Mode 3] [Mode 4]

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PEG Data Scrambling [Auto]PEG Data Scrambling [Auto]

PEG Data Scrambling [Auto]

PEG Data Scrambling [Auto]PEG Data Scrambling [Auto]

Disables or enables the PCI Express™ graphics data scrambling.
Configuration options: [Auto] [Disable] [Enable]

PE0-PE3 Data Scrambling [Enable]PE0-PE3 Data Scrambling [Enable]

PE0-PE3 Data Scrambling [Enable]

PE0-PE3 Data Scrambling [Enable]PE0-PE3 Data Scrambling [Enable]

Disables or enables the PCI Express™ 0 to PCI Express™ 3 data scrambling.
Configuration options: [Disable] [Enable]

Init Display First [PCI Slot]Init Display First [PCI Slot]

Init Display First [PCI Slot]

Init Display First [PCI Slot]Init Display First [PCI Slot]

Allows you to select the graphics controller to use as the primary boot
device. Configuration options: [PCI Slot] [PCIEx]

Chipset Vcore Adjustment [+1.5 V]Chipset Vcore Adjustment [+1.5 V]

Chipset Vcore Adjustment [+1.5 V]

Chipset Vcore Adjustment [+1.5 V]Chipset Vcore Adjustment [+1.5 V]

Sets the chipset vcore adjustment voltage.
Configuration options: [+1.5 V] [+1.6 V]

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Advanced

Plug & Play O/S [No]

Resources Controlled By [Auto]

x IRQ Resources

Assign IRQ for VGA [Enabled]

** PCI Express relative items **

Maximum Payload Size [4096]

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

Plug & Play O/S [No]

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

PCI PnPPCI PnP

PCI PnP

PCI PnPPCI PnP

Frequency/Voltage control

Phoenix-Award BIOS CMOS Setup Utility

Select Menu

Item Specific Help

Select Yes if you are
using a Plug and Play
capable operating
system. Select No if you
need the BIOS to
configure non-boot
devices.

When set to [No], the 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]

Resources Controlled By [Auto]Resources Controlled By [Auto]

Resources Controlled By [Auto]

Resources Controlled By [Auto]Resources Controlled By [Auto]

When set to [Auto], the BIOS automatically configures all the boot and
Plug and Play compatible devices. Set to [Manual] if you want to assign the
IRQ DMA and memory base address fields.
Configuration options: [Auto] [Manual]

When the item Resources Controlled By is set to [Auto], the item IRQ
Resources is grayed out and not user-configurable. Refer to the section
“IRQ Resources” for information on how to enable this item.

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IRQ ResourcesIRQ Resources

IRQ Resources

IRQ ResourcesIRQ Resources

This sub-menu is activated only when the

Resources Controlled ByResources Controlled By

Resources Controlled By

Resources Controlled ByResources Controlled By

item is set to Manual.

Phoenix-Award BIOS CMOS Setup Utility

Advanced

IRQ Resources

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-12 assigned to [PCI Device]
IRQ-14 assigned to [PCI Device]
IRQ-15 assigned to [PCI Device]

F1:Help ↑↓ : Select Item -/+: Change Value F5: Setup Defaults
ESC: Exit →←: Select Menu Enter: Select Sub-menu F10: Save and Exit

Item Specific Help

Legacy ISA for devices
compliant with the
original PC AT bus
specification, PCI/ISA
PnP for devices
compliant with the
Plug and Play standard
whether designed for
PCI or ISA bus
architecture

Select Menu

IRQ-xx assigned to

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]

Assign IRQ for VGA [Enabled]Assign IRQ for VGA [Enabled]

Assign IRQ for VGA [Enabled]

Assign IRQ for VGA [Enabled]Assign IRQ for VGA [Enabled]

When set to [Enabled], the BIOS assigns an IRQ to PCI VGA card if the card
requests for an IRQ. When set to [Disabled], the BIOS does not assign an
IRQ to the PCI VGA card even if requested.
Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]

Maximum Payload Size [4096]Maximum Payload Size [4096]

Maximum Payload Size [4096]

Maximum Payload Size [4096]Maximum Payload Size [4096]

Sets the maximum payload size in bytes for PCI Express devices.
Configuration options: [128] [256] [512] [1024] [2048] [4096]

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Advanced

Onboard Devices ConfigurationOnboard Devices Configuration

Onboard Devices Configuration

Onboard Devices ConfigurationOnboard Devices Configuration

Phoenix-Award BIOS CMOS Setup Utility

Onboard Device Configuration

Onboard PCIE GbE LAN [Enabled]

Onboard LAN Boot ROM [Disabled]
OnChip SATA [Enabled]
SATA Mode [RAID]
Onboard AC97 Audio [Auto]
Serial Port1 Address [3F8/IRQ4]
Parallel Port Address [378/IRQ7]
Parallel Port Mode [ECP+EPP]
EPP Mode Select [EPP1.7]
ECP MOde Use DMA [3]
Game Port Address [201]
Midi Port Address [330]
Midi Port IRQ [10]

F1:Help ↑↓ : Select Item -/+: Change Value F5: Setup Defaults
ESC: Exit →←: Select Menu Enter: Select Sub-menu F10: Save and Exit

OnBoard PCIE GbE LAN [Enabled]OnBoard PCIE GbE LAN [Enabled]

OnBoard PCIE GbE LAN [Enabled]

OnBoard PCIE GbE LAN [Enabled]OnBoard PCIE GbE LAN [Enabled]

Item Specific Help

Enable/Disable Onboard
1394 device support.

Select Menu

Allows you to enable or disable the onboard PCI Express Gigabit LAN
controller. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]

OnBoard LAN Boot ROM [Disabled]OnBoard LAN Boot ROM [Disabled]

OnBoard LAN Boot ROM [Disabled]

OnBoard LAN Boot ROM [Disabled]OnBoard LAN Boot ROM [Disabled]

Allows you to enable or disable the onboard LAN boot ROM.
Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]

OnChip SATA [Enabled]OnChip SATA [Enabled]

OnChip SATA [Enabled]

OnChip SATA [Enabled]OnChip SATA [Enabled]

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

SATA Mode [RAID]SATA Mode [RAID]

SATA Mode [RAID]

SATA Mode [RAID]SATA Mode [RAID]

Allows you to set the onboard VIA SATA RAID controller mode.
Configuration options: [IDE] [RAID]

Onboard AC97 Audio [Auto]Onboard AC97 Audio [Auto]

Onboard AC97 Audio [Auto]

Onboard AC97 Audio [Auto]Onboard AC97 Audio [Auto]

Allows you to disable or set the onboard AC97 audio controller.
Configuration options: [Disabled] [Auto]

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] [Auto]

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Parallel Port Address [378/IRQ7]Parallel Port Address [378/IRQ7]

Parallel Port Address [378/IRQ7]

Parallel Port Address [378/IRQ7]Parallel Port Address [378/IRQ7]

Allows you to select the Parallel Port base addresses.
Configuration options: [Disabled] [378/IRQ7] [278/IRQ5] [3BC/IRQ7]

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

Parallel Port Mode [ECP+EPP]

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

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

EPP Mode Select [EPP1.7]EPP Mode Select [EPP1.7]

EPP Mode Select [EPP1.7]

EPP Mode Select [EPP1.7]EPP Mode Select [EPP1.7]

Allows selection of the Parallel Port EPP version.
Configuration options: [EPP1.9] [EPP1.7]

ECP Mode Use DMA [3]ECP Mode Use DMA [3]

ECP Mode Use DMA [3]

ECP Mode Use DMA [3]ECP Mode Use DMA [3]

Allows selection of ECP Mode. Configuration options: [1] [3]

Game Port Address [201]Game Port Address [201]

Game Port Address [201]

Game Port Address [201]Game Port Address [201]

Allows you to select the Game Port address or to disable the port.
Configuration options: [Disabled] [201] [209]

Midi Port Address [330]Midi Port Address [330]

Midi Port Address [330]

Midi Port Address [330]Midi Port Address [330]

Allows you to select the Game Port address or to disable the port.
Configuration options: [Disabled] [330] [300] [290]

Midi Port IRQ [10]Midi Port IRQ [10]

Midi Port IRQ [10]

Midi Port IRQ [10]Midi Port IRQ [10]

Allows you to set the Midi port IRQ address. Configuration options: [5] [10]

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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

OnChip USB Controller [Enabled]

USB 2.0 Controller [Enabled]
USB Legacy support [Auto]

USB ConfigurationUSB Configuration

USB Configuration

USB ConfigurationUSB Configuration

Phoenix-Award BIOS CMOS Setup Utility

USB Configuration

Select Menu

Item Specific Help

OnChip USB Controller [Enabled]OnChip USB Controller [Enabled]

OnChip USB Controller [Enabled]

OnChip USB Controller [Enabled]OnChip USB Controller [Enabled]

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

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USB 2.0 Controller [Enabled]USB 2.0 Controller [Enabled]

USB 2.0 Controller [Enabled]

USB 2.0 Controller [Enabled]USB 2.0 Controller [Enabled]

Allows you to enable or disable the USB 2.0 controller.
Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]

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

USB Legacy Support [Auto]

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

Allows you to enable or disable support for USB devices on legacy
operating systems (OS). Configuration options: [Auto] [Disabled] [Enabled]

2.5 Power menu

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

Phoenix-Award BIOS CMOS Setup Utility

Main Advanced Power Boot Exit

ACPI Suspend Type [S1&S3]
ACPI APIC support [Enabled]
APM Configuration
Hardware Monitor

F1:Help ↑↓ : Select Item -/+: Change Value F5: Setup Defaults
ESC: Exit →←: Select Menu Enter: Select Sub-menu F10: Save and Exit

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ACPI Suspend Type [S1&S3]ACPI Suspend Type [S1&S3]

ACPI Suspend Type [S1&S3]

ACPI Suspend Type [S1&S3]ACPI Suspend Type [S1&S3]

Item Specific Help

Select the ACPI state
used for System
Suspend.

Select Menu

Allows you to select the Advanced Configuration and Power Interface
(ACPI) state to be used for system suspend.
Configuration options: [S1 (POS)] [S3(STR)] [S1&S3]

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

ACPI APIC Support [Enabled]

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

Allows you to enable or disable the Advanced Configuration and Power
Interface (ACPI) support in the Application-Specific Integrated Circuit
(ASIC). When set to Enabled, the ACPI APIC table pointer is included in the
RSDT pointer list. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]

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Power

APM ConfigurationAPM Configuration

APM Configuration

APM ConfigurationAPM Configuration

Phoenix-Award BIOS CMOS Setup Utility

APM Configuration

PS2KB Wakeup from S5 [Disabled]

PS2MS Wakeup from S5 [Disabled]
USB Resume from S3 [Disabled]
Power Up On PCI Devices [Disabled]
Modem Ring Resume [Disabled]

Power On By RTC Alarm [Disabled]

x Date (of Month) 0
x Alarm Time (hh:mm:ss) 0 : 0 : 0

Restore on AC Power Loss [Power Off]

PWR Button < 4 secs [Instant Off]

F1:Help ↑↓ : Select Item -/+: Change Value F5: Setup Defaults
ESC: Exit →←: Select Menu Enter: Select Sub-menu F10: Save and Exit

PS2KB Wakeup from S5 [Disabled]PS2KB Wakeup from S5 [Disabled]

PS2KB Wakeup from S5 [Disabled]

PS2KB Wakeup from S5 [Disabled]PS2KB Wakeup from S5 [Disabled]

Select Menu

Item Specific Help

When Select Password,
Please press ENTER key
to change Password
Max 8 numbers.

Allows you to disable the Power On by PS/2 keyboard function or set
specific keys on the PS/2 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] [Space Bar] [Ctrl+ESC] [Power Key]

PS2MS Wakeup from S5 [Disabled]PS2MS Wakeup from S5 [Disabled]

PS2MS Wakeup from S5 [Disabled]

PS2MS Wakeup from S5 [Disabled]PS2MS Wakeup from S5 [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 PCI Devices [Disabled]Power On By PCI Devices [Disabled]

Power On By PCI Devices [Disabled]

Power On By PCI Devices [Disabled]Power On By PCI Devices [Disabled]

When set to [Enabled], this parameter allows you to turn on the system
through a PCI LAN or modem card. This feature requires an ATX power
supply that provides at least 1A on the +5VSB lead.
Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]

Modem Ring Resume [Disabled]Modem Ring Resume [Disabled]

Modem Ring Resume [Disabled]

Modem Ring Resume [Disabled]Modem Ring Resume [Disabled]

This allows either settings of [Enabled] or [Disabled] for powering up the
computer when the external modem receives a call while the computer is in
Soft-off mode. 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. When this
item is set to Enabled, the items Date (of Month) and Resume Time
(hh:mm:ss) become configurable with set values.
Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]

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Date (of Month) [0]Date (of Month) [0]

Date (of Month) [0]

Date (of Month) [0]Date (of Month) [0]

To set the date of alarm, highlight this item and press <Enter> to display
the Day of Month Alarm pop-up menu. Key-in a value within the specified
range then press <Enter>. Configuration options: [Min=0] [Max=31]

Alarm Time (hh:mm:ss) 0 : 0 : 0Alarm Time (hh:mm:ss) 0 : 0 : 0

Alarm Time (hh:mm:ss) 0 : 0 : 0

Alarm Time (hh:mm:ss) 0 : 0 : 0Alarm Time (hh:mm:ss) 0 : 0 : 0

To set the time of alarm:

1. Highlight this item and press <Enter> to display a pop-up menu for the
hour field.

2. Key-in a value (Min=0, Max=23), then press <Enter>.

3. Press <TAB> to move to the minutes field then press <Enter>.

4. Key-in a minute value (Min=0, Max=59), then press <Enter>.

5. Press <TAB> to move to the seconds field then press <Enter>.

6. Key-in a value (Min=0, Max=59), then press <Enter>.

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]

PWR Button < 4 secs [Instant-Off]PWR Button < 4 secs [Instant-Off]

PWR Button < 4 secs [Instant-Off]

PWR Button < 4 secs [Instant-Off]PWR Button < 4 secs [Instant-Off]

Allows you to set the event after the power button is pressed for more
than 4 seconds. Configuration options: [Suspend] [Instant-Off]

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Hardware MonitorHardware Monitor

Hardware Monitor

Hardware MonitorHardware Monitor

The items in this sub-menu displays the hardware monitor values
automatically detected by the BIOS. It also allows you to change CPU Q-Fan
feature-related parameters. Select an item then press <Enter> to display
the configuration options.

Phoenix-Award BIOS CMOS Setup Utility

Power

Hardware Monitor

M/B Temperature 34ºC/ 93ºF
Current CPU1 Temperature 47ºC/118ºF
Chassis Fan speed 0 RPM
CPU Fan speed 4265 RPM
Power Fan speed 7500 RPM

VCORE Voltage [ 1.64V]

+12V Voltage [ 11.35V]
+3.3V Voltage [ 3.36V]
+5VCC Voltage [ 5.22V]

Q-FAN Function [Disabled]

x CPU Target Temperature 45ºC/113ºF
x Temperature Tolerance 3ºC
x Minimum FAN Duty Cycle 11/16
x FAN Step Time 0.1 sec

F1:Help ↑↓ : Select Item -/+: Change Value F5: Setup Defaults
ESC: Exit →←: Select Menu Enter: Select Sub-menu F10: Save and Exit

M/B TemperatureM/B Temperature

M/B Temperature

M/B TemperatureM/B Temperature
Current CPU TemperatureCurrent CPU Temperature

Current CPU Temperature

Current CPU TemperatureCurrent CPU Temperature

Select Menu

Item Specific Help

The onboard hardware monitor automatically detects and displays the
motherboard and CPU temperatures. These items are not user-configurable.

Chassis Fan SpeedChassis Fan Speed

Chassis Fan Speed

Chassis Fan SpeedChassis Fan Speed
CPU Fan SpeedCPU Fan Speed

CPU Fan Speed

CPU Fan SpeedCPU Fan Speed
Power Fan SpeedPower Fan Speed

Power Fan Speed

Power Fan SpeedPower Fan Speed

The onboard hardware monitor automatically detects and displays the
Chassis, CPU, and Power fan speeds in rotations per minute (RPM). If the
fan is not connected to the motherboard, the field shows 0. These items
are not user-configurable.

VCORE Voltage, +12V Voltage, 3.3V Voltage, 5VCCVCORE Voltage, +12V Voltage, 3.3V Voltage, 5VCC

VCORE Voltage, +12V Voltage, 3.3V Voltage, 5VCC

VCORE Voltage, +12V Voltage, 3.3V Voltage, 5VCCVCORE Voltage, +12V Voltage, 3.3V Voltage, 5VCC
VoltageVoltage

Voltage

VoltageVoltage

The onboard hardware monitor automatically detects the voltage output
through the onboard voltage regulators. These items are not
user-configurable.

Q-FAN Function [Disabled]Q-FAN Function [Disabled]

Q-FAN Function [Disabled]

Q-FAN Function [Disabled]Q-FAN Function [Disabled]

Allows you to disable or enable the ASUS Q-Fan function.
Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]

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CPU Target Temperature [xxxºC/xxxºF]CPU Target Temperature [xxxºC/xxxºF]

CPU Target Temperature [xxxºC/xxxºF]

CPU Target Temperature [xxxºC/xxxºF]CPU Target Temperature [xxxºC/xxxºF]

Allows you to set the CPU Q-Fan temperature threshold when the CPU fan
speed is increased to lower the CPU temperature.
Configuration options: [10ºC/50ºF] [15ºC/59ºF] [20ºC/68ºF] [25ºC/77ºF]
[30ºC/86ºF] [35ºC/95ºF] [40ºC/104ºF] [45ºC/113ºF] [50ºC/122ºF]
[55ºC/131ºF] [60ºC/140ºF] [65ºC/149ºF] [70ºC/158ºF] [75ºC/167ºF]
[80ºC/176ºF] [85ºC/185ºF]

Temperature Tolerance [3ºC]Temperature Tolerance [3ºC]

Temperature Tolerance [3ºC]

Temperature Tolerance [3ºC]Temperature Tolerance [3ºC]

Allows you to set the CPU temperature tolerance value.
Configuration options: [0ºC] [1ºC] [2ºC] [3ºC] [4ºC] [5ºC] [6ºC] [7ºC]

Minimum FAN Duty Cycle [11/16]Minimum FAN Duty Cycle [11/16]

Minimum FAN Duty Cycle [11/16]

Minimum FAN Duty Cycle [11/16]Minimum FAN Duty Cycle [11/16]

Allows you to set the minimum fan duty cycle.
Configuration options: [11/16] [12/16] [13/16] [14/16] [15/16]

FAN Step Time [0.1 sec]FAN Step Time [0.1 sec]

FAN Step Time [0.1 sec]

FAN Step Time [0.1 sec]FAN Step Time [0.1 sec]

Allows you to select the fan speed time interval. Configuration options:
[0.1 sec] [0.2 sec] [0.3 sec] [0.4 sec] [0.5 sec] [0.6 sec] [0.7 sec]
[0.8 sec] [0.9 sec] [1.0 sec] [1.1 sec] [1.2 sec] [1.3 sec] [1.4 sec]
[1.5 sec] [1.6 sec]

2.6 Boot menu

The Boot menu items allow you to change the system boot options. Select
an item then press <Enter> to display the sub-menu.

Phoenix-Award BIOS CMOS Setup Utility

Main Advanced Power Boot Exit

Boot Device Priority
Removable Drives
Hard Disk Drives
CDROM Drives
Boot Settings Configuration
Security

F1:Help ↑↓ : Select Item -/+: Change Value F5: Setup Defaults
ESC: Exit →←: Select Menu Enter: Select Sub-menu F10: Save and Exit

Select Menu

Item Specific Help

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Power

Boot Device PriorityBoot Device Priority

Boot Device Priority

Boot Device PriorityBoot Device Priority

Phoenix-Award BIOS CMOS Setup Utility

Boot Device Priority

1st Boot Device [Removable]

2nd Boot Device [Hard Disk]
3rd Boot Device [CDROM]
4th Boot Device [Disabled]

1st ~ xxth Boot Device [Removable]1st ~ xxth Boot Device [Removable]

1st ~ xxth Boot Device [Removable]

1st ~ xxth Boot Device [Removable]1st ~ xxth Boot Device [Removable]

Item Specific Help

Select your boot
device priority

Select Menu

These items specify the boot device priority sequence from the available
devices. The number of device items that appears on the screen depends
on the number of devices installed in the system.
Configuration options: [xxxxx Drive] [Disabled]

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Boot

1. Floppy Disks

Removable DrivesRemovable Drives

Removable Drives

Removable DrivesRemovable Drives

Phoenix-Award BIOS CMOS Setup Utility

Removable Drives

Select Menu

Item Specific Help

1. Floppy Disks1. Floppy Disks

1. Floppy Disks

1. Floppy Disks1. Floppy Disks

Allows you to assign a removable drive attached to the system.

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Boot

1. 1st Master: XXXXXXXX

2. Bootable Add-in Cards

1. 1st Master: XXXXXX1. 1st Master: XXXXXX

1. 1st Master: XXXXXX

1. 1st Master: XXXXXX1. 1st Master: XXXXXX

Hard Disk DrivesHard Disk Drives

Hard Disk Drives

Hard Disk DrivesHard Disk Drives

Phoenix-Award BIOS CMOS Setup Utility

Removable Drives

Select Menu

Item Specific Help

Allows you to assign hard disk drives attached to the system.

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Boot

CDROM DrivesCDROM Drives

CDROM Drives

CDROM DrivesCDROM Drives

Phoenix-Award BIOS CMOS Setup Utility

CDROM Drives

1. 1st Slave: XXXXXXXXX

1. 1st Slave: XXXXXXXXX1. 1st Slave: XXXXXXXXX

1. 1st Slave: XXXXXXXXX

1. 1st Slave: XXXXXXXXX1. 1st Slave: XXXXXXXXX

Item Specific Help

Select Menu

Allows you to assign optical drives attached to the system.

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Boot

Case Open Warning [Disabled]

Quick Boot [Enabled]
Boot Up Floppy Seek [Disabled]
Bootup Num-Lock [On]

Typematic Rate Setting [Disabled]

x Typematic Rate (Chars/Sec) 6
x Typematic Delay (Msec) 250

OS Select For DRAM > 64MB [Non-OS2]

Full Screen LOGO [Enabled]

Halt On [All, But Keyboard]

Boot Settings ConfigurationBoot Settings Configuration

Boot Settings Configuration

Boot Settings ConfigurationBoot Settings Configuration

Phoenix-Award BIOS CMOS Setup Utility

Boot Settings Configuration

Item Specific Help

Press [Enter] to
enable or disable.

Select Menu

Case Open Warning [Disabled]Case Open Warning [Disabled]

Case Open Warning [Disabled]

Case Open Warning [Disabled]Case Open Warning [Disabled]

Enables or disables the chassis open status feature. Setting to Enabled,
clears the chassis open status. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]

Quick Boot [Enabled]Quick Boot [Enabled]

Quick Boot [Enabled]

Quick Boot [Enabled]Quick Boot [Enabled]

Enables or disables the quick boot feature. When Enabled, the system skips
certain tests while booting. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]

Boot Up Floppy Seek [Disabled]Boot Up Floppy Seek [Disabled]

Boot Up Floppy Seek [Disabled]

Boot Up Floppy Seek [Disabled]Boot Up Floppy Seek [Disabled]

Enables or disables the chassis open status feature. Setting to Enabled,
clears the chassis open status. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]

Bootup Num-Lock [On]Bootup Num-Lock [On]

Bootup Num-Lock [On]

Bootup Num-Lock [On]Bootup Num-Lock [On]

Allows you to select the power-on state for the NumLock.
Configuration options: [Off] [On]

Typematic Rate Setting [Disabled]Typematic Rate Setting [Disabled]

Typematic Rate Setting [Disabled]

Typematic Rate Setting [Disabled]Typematic Rate Setting [Disabled]

Allows you to set the keystroke rate. Enable this item to configure the
Typematic Rate (Chars/Sec) Typematic Rate (Chars/Sec)

Typematic Rate (Chars/Sec) and the

Typematic Rate (Chars/Sec) Typematic Rate (Chars/Sec)

Typematic Delay (Msec)Typematic Delay (Msec)

Typematic Delay (Msec).

Typematic Delay (Msec)Typematic Delay (Msec)

Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]

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The items
(Msec)(Msec)

(Msec) becomes user-configurable only when the item Typematic Rate

(Msec)(Msec)
Setting is enabled.

Typematic Rate (Chars/Sec) [6]Typematic Rate (Chars/Sec) [6]

Typematic Rate (Chars/Sec) [6]

Typematic Rate (Chars/Sec) [6]Typematic Rate (Chars/Sec) [6]

Typematic Rate (Chars/Sec)Typematic Rate (Chars/Sec)

Typematic Rate (Chars/Sec) and

Typematic Rate (Chars/Sec)Typematic Rate (Chars/Sec)

Typematic DelayTypematic Delay

Typematic Delay

Typematic DelayTypematic Delay

Allows you to select the rate at which a character repeats when you hold a
key. Configuration options: [6] [8] [10] [12] [15] [20] [24] [30]

Typematic Delay (Msec) [250]Typematic Delay (Msec) [250]

Typematic Delay (Msec) [250]

Typematic Delay (Msec) [250]Typematic Delay (Msec) [250]

Allows you to set the delay before keystrokes begin to repeat.
Configuration options: [250] [500] [750] [1000]

OS Select for DRAM > 64MB [Non-OS2]OS Select for DRAM > 64MB [Non-OS2]

OS Select for DRAM > 64MB [Non-OS2]

OS Select for DRAM > 64MB [Non-OS2]OS Select for DRAM > 64MB [Non-OS2]

Set this item to OS2 only when you are running on an OS/2 operating
system with an installed RAM of greater than 64 KB.
Configuration options: [Non-OS2] [OS2]

Full Screen LOGO [Enabled]Full Screen LOGO [Enabled]

Full Screen LOGO [Enabled]

Full Screen LOGO [Enabled]Full Screen LOGO [Enabled]

Allows you to enable or disable the full screen logo display feature.
Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]

Make sure that the above item is set to [Enabled] if you want to use the
ASUS MyLogo2™ feature.

Halt On [All, But Keyboard]Halt On [All, But Keyboard]

Halt On [All, But Keyboard]

Halt On [All, But Keyboard]Halt On [All, But Keyboard]

Allows you to error report type.
Configuration options: [All Errors] [No Errors] [All, But Keyboard]
[All, But Diskette] [All, But Disk/Key]

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Boot

SecuritySecurity

Security

SecuritySecurity

Phoenix-Award BIOS CMOS Setup Utility

Boot Settings Configuration

Supervisor Password Clear

User Password Clear

Password Check [Setup]

Supervisor PasswordSupervisor Password

Supervisor Password

Supervisor PasswordSupervisor Password
User PasswordUser Password

User Password

User PasswordUser Password

Item Specific Help

Supervisor password
controls full access,
<Enter> to change
password.

Select Menu

These fields allow you to set passwords:

To set a password:

1. Select an item then press <Enter>.

2. Type in a password using a combination of a maximum of eight (8)
alpha-numeric characters, then press <Enter>.

3. When prompted, confirm the password by typing the exact characters
again, then press <Enter>. The password field setting is changed to
Set.

To clear the password:

1. Select the password field and press <Enter> twice. The following
message appears:

PASSWORD DISABLED !!!
Press any key to continue...

2. Press any key to continue. The password field setting is changed to
Clear.
A note about passwordsA note about passwords

A note about passwords

A note about passwordsA note about passwords

The Supervisor password is required to enter the BIOS Setup program
preventing unauthorized access. The User password is required to
boot the system preventing unauthorized use.

Forgot your password?Forgot your password?

Forgot your password?

Forgot your password?Forgot your password?

If you forget your password, you can clear it by erasing the CMOS Real
Time Clock (RTC) RAM. The RAM data containing the password
information is powered by the onboard button cell battery. If you need
to erase the CMOS RAM, refer to section “1.9 Jumpers” for
instructions.

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Password CheckPassword Check

Password Check

Password CheckPassword Check

This field requires you to enter the password before entering the BIOS
setup or the system. Select [Setup] to require the password before
entering the BIOS Setup. Select [System] to require the password before
entering the system. Configuration options: [Setup] [System]

2.7 Exit menu

The Exit menu items allow you to load the optimal or failsafe default values
for the BIOS items, and save or discard your changes to the BIOS items.

Phoenix-Award BIOS CMOS Setup Utility

Main Advanced Power Boot Exit

Exit & Save Changes

Exit & Discard Changes
Load Setup Default
Discard Changes

F1:Help ↑↓ : Select Item -/+: Change Value F5: Setup Defaults
ESC: Exit →←: Select Menu Enter: Select Sub-menu F10: Save and Exit

Pressing <Esc> does not immediately exit this menu. Select one of the
options from this menu or <F10> from the legend bar to exit.

Exit & Save ChangesExit & Save Changes

Exit & Save Changes

Exit & Save ChangesExit & Save Changes

Item Specific Help

This option save data
to CMOS and exiting
the setup menu.

Select Menu

Once you are finished making your selections, choose this option from the
Exit menu to ensure the values you selected are saved to the CMOS RAM.
An onboard backup battery sustains the CMOS RAM so it stays on even
when the PC is turned off. When you select this option, a confirmation
window appears. Select

YesYes

Y e s to save changes and exit.

YesYes

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If you attempt to exit the Setup program without saving your changes,
the program prompts you with a message asking if you want to save
your changes before exiting. Press <Enter> to save the changes while
exiting.

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Exit & Discard ChangesExit & Discard Changes

Exit & Discard Changes

Exit & Discard ChangesExit & Discard Changes

Select this option only if you do not want to save the changes that you
made to the Setup program. If you made changes to fields other than
System Date, System Time, and Password, the BIOS asks for a confirmation
before exiting.

Load Setup DefaultsLoad Setup Defaults

Load Setup Defaults

Load Setup DefaultsLoad Setup Defaults

This option allows you to load the default values for each of the
parameters on the Setup menus. When you select this option or if you
press <F5>, a confirmation window appears. Select
values. Select
saving the values to the non-volatile RAM.

Discard ChangesDiscard Changes

Discard Changes

Discard ChangesDiscard Changes

This option allows you to discard the selections you made and restore the
previously saved values. After selecting this option, a confirmation appears.
Select

YesYes

Y e s to discard any changes and load the previously saved values.

YesYes

Exit & Save ChangesExit & Save Changes

Exit & Save Changes or make other changes before

Exit & Save ChangesExit & Save Changes

YesYes

Y e s to load default

YesYes

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Chapter 2: BIOS setupChapter 2: BIOS setup

This chapter describes the contents
of the support CD that comes with
the motherboard package.

Software

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3.1 Installing an operating system

This motherboard supports Windows® 2000/XP operating systems (OS).
Always install the latest OS version and corresponding updates to maximize
the features of your hardware.

• Motherboard settings and hardware options vary. Use the setup
procedures presented in this chapter for reference only. Refer to
your OS documentation for detailed information.

®

• Make sure that you install Windows
Windows® XP Service Pack 2 or later versions before installing the
drivers for better compatibility and system stability.

2000 Service Pack 4 or the

3.2 Support CD information

The support CD that came with the motherboard package contains the
drivers, software applications, and utilities that you can install to avail all
motherboard features.

The contents of the support CD are subject to change at any time
without notice. Visit the ASUS website(www.asus.com) for updates.

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Running the support CDRunning the support CD

Running the support CD

Running the support CDRunning the support CD

Place the support CD to the optical drive. The CD automatically displays the
Drivers Drivers

Dr i v e r s menu if Autorun is enabled in your computer.

Drivers Drivers

Click an icon toClick an icon to

Click an icon to

Click an icon toClick an icon to
display supportdisplay support

display support

display supportdisplay support
CD/motherboardCD/motherboard

CD/motherboard

CD/motherboardCD/motherboard
informationinformation

information

informationinformation

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Click an item to installClick an item to install

Click an item to install

Click an item to installClick an item to install

Autorun Autorun

If

Autorun is NOT enabled in your computer, browse the contents of

Autorun Autorun
the support CD to locate the file ASSETUP.EXE from the BIN folder.
Double-click the

ASSETUP.EXEASSETUP.EXE

ASSETUP.EXE to run the CD.

ASSETUP.EXEASSETUP.EXE

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The drivers menu shows the available device drivers if the system detects
installed devices. Install the necessary drivers to activate the devices.

Drivers menuDrivers menu

Drivers menu

Drivers menuDrivers menu

VIA 4 in 1 driversVIA 4 in 1 drivers

VIA 4 in 1 drivers

VIA 4 in 1 driversVIA 4 in 1 drivers

This item installs the following drivers:

- VIA Registry (INF) driver

- VIA ATAPI vendor support driver

- VIA PCI IRQ Miniport driver.

VIA IDE RAID Controller driverVIA IDE RAID Controller driver

VIA IDE RAID Controller driver

VIA IDE RAID Controller driverVIA IDE RAID Controller driver

Installs the VIA 6420 RAID controller driver and application. Refer to the
README.HTM file found in /Drivers/VIARAID/6420RAID of the motherboad
support CD for help on VIA RAID configurations.

Make VIA 6420 Driver DiskMake VIA 6420 Driver Disk

Make VIA 6420 Driver Disk

Make VIA 6420 Driver DiskMake VIA 6420 Driver Disk

Allows you to create a RAID driver disk for the VIA 6420 RAID
configuration.

PCI Marvell Yukon Gigabit Ethernet DriverPCI Marvell Yukon Gigabit Ethernet Driver

PCI Marvell Yukon Gigabit Ethernet Driver

PCI Marvell Yukon Gigabit Ethernet DriverPCI Marvell Yukon Gigabit Ethernet Driver

Installs the Marvell® Yukon 88E8053 PCI Express™ Gigabit LAN driver that
provides up to 1000 Mbps data transfer rates.

ALC850 Audio DriverALC850 Audio Driver

ALC850 Audio Driver

ALC850 Audio DriverALC850 Audio Driver

Installs the Realtek® ALC850 audio controller and application.

USB 2.0 DriverUSB 2.0 Driver

USB 2.0 Driver

USB 2.0 DriverUSB 2.0 Driver

Installs the USB 2.0 driver.

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AMD Cool ‘n’ Quiet DriverAMD Cool ‘n’ Quiet Driver

AMD Cool ‘n’ Quiet Driver

AMD Cool ‘n’ Quiet DriverAMD Cool ‘n’ Quiet Driver

Launches the AMD Cool ‘n’ Quiet!™ Technology driver installation wizard.)

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The Utilities menu shows the applications and other software that the
motherboard supports.

Utilities menuUtilities menu

Utilities menu

Utilities menuUtilities menu

Marvell Yukon VCT ApplicationMarvell Yukon VCT Application

Marvell Yukon VCT Application

Marvell Yukon VCT ApplicationMarvell Yukon VCT Application

Installs the Marvell® Yukon Virtual Cable Tester (VCT) application. The VCT
is a cable diagnostic application that analyzes and reports LAN cable faults
and shorts.

ASUS PC Probe IIASUS PC Probe II

ASUS PC Probe II

ASUS PC Probe IIASUS PC Probe II

This smart utility monitors the fan speed, CPU temperature, and system
voltages, and alerts you of any detected problems. This utility helps you
keep your computer in healthy operating condition.

ASUS UpdateASUS Update

ASUS Update

ASUS UpdateASUS Update

Allows you to download the latest version of the BIOS from the ASUS
website.

Before using the ASUS Update, make sure that you have an Internet
connection so you can connect to the ASUS website.

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ASUS AMD Cool ‘n’ Quiet Software

ASUS AMD Cool ‘n’ Quiet SoftwareASUS AMD Cool ‘n’ Quiet Software

Installs the ASUS AMD Cool ‘n’ Quiet! software.

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Microsoft DirectX 9.0cMicrosoft DirectX 9.0c

Microsoft DirectX 9.0c

Microsoft DirectX 9.0cMicrosoft DirectX 9.0c

Installs the Microsoft® DirectX 9.0 driver. The Microsoft DirectX® 9.0 is a
multimedia technology that enhances computer graphics and sound.
DirectX® improves the multimedia features of you computer so you can
enjoy watching TV and movies, capturing videos, or playing games in your
computer. Visit the Microsoft website (www.microsoft.com) for updates.

Anti-virus UtilityAnti-virus Utility

Anti-virus Utility

Anti-virus UtilityAnti-virus Utility

The anti-virus application detects and protects your computer from viruses
that destroys data.

ADOBE Acrobat ReaderADOBE Acrobat Reader

ADOBE Acrobat Reader

ADOBE Acrobat ReaderADOBE Acrobat Reader

Installs the Adobe® Acrobat® Reader that allows you to open, view, and
print documents in Portable Document Format (PDF).

ASUS Screen SaverASUS Screen Saver

ASUS Screen Saver

ASUS Screen SaverASUS Screen Saver

Bring life to your computer screen by installing the ASUS screen saver.

3.2.43.2.4

3.2.4

3.2.43.2.4

Click the
also find this information on the inside front cover of this user guide.

ASUS Contact informationASUS Contact information

ASUS Contact information

ASUS Contact informationASUS Contact information

Contact Contact

Contact tab to display the ASUS contact information. You can

Contact Contact

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