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AT3IONT-I DELUXE
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First Edition V1
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Contents
Notices .......................................................................................................... v
Safety information ...................................................................................... vi
About this guide ......................................................................................... vi
AT3IONT-I Series specications summary ............................................. viii
Chapter 1: Product introduction
1.1 Before you proceed ..................................................................... 1-1
1.2 Motherboard overview ................................................................. 1-2
1.2.1 Motherboard layout ......................................................... 1-2
1.2.2 Layout contents ............................................................... 1-2
1.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU) ................................................... 1-3
1.4 System memory ........................................................................... 1-3
1.4.1 Overview ......................................................................... 1-3
1.4.2 Memory congurations .................................................... 1-4
1.5 Expansion slot .............................................................................. 1-7
1.5.1 Installing an expansion card ........................................... 1-7
1.5.2 Conguring an expansion card ....................................... 1-7
1.5.3 PCI Express x16 slot ....................................................... 1-7
1.6 Jumpers ........................................................................................ 1-8
1.7 Connectors ................................................................................... 1-8
1.7.1 Rear panel connectors .................................................... 1-8
1.7.2 Internal connectors ........................................................1-11
1.8 Software support ........................................................................ 1-16
1.8.1 Installing an operating system ...................................... 1-16
1.8.2 Support DVD information .............................................. 1-16
1.8.3 ASUS VideoSecurity ..................................................... 1-17
1.8.4 ASUS Home Theater Gate............................................ 1-19
Chapter 2: BIOS information
2.1 Managing and updating your BIOS ............................................ 2-1
2.1.1 ASUS Update utility ........................................................ 2-1
2.1.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 ............................................................ 2-2
2.1.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS ................................................... 2-3
2.2 BIOS setup program .................................................................... 2-4
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Contents
2.3 Main menu .................................................................................... 2-4
2.3.1 System Time .................................................................. 2-5
2.3.2 System Date .................................................................. 2-5
2.3.3 SATA 1~4 ........................................................................ 2-5
2.3.4 Storage Conguration ..................................................... 2-6
2.3.5 System Information ......................................................... 2-6
2.4 Advanced menu ........................................................................... 2-6
2.4.1 CPU Conguration .......................................................... 2-7
2.4.2 JumperFree Conguration .............................................. 2-7
2.4.3 Chipset ............................................................................ 2-9
2.4.4 Onboard Devices Conguration ...................................... 2-9
2.4.5 USB Conguration ........................................................ 2-10
2.4.6 PCI PnP .........................................................................2-11
2.5 Power menu ................................................................................ 2-11
2.5.1 Suspend Mode ..............................................................2-11
2.5.2 ACPI 2.0 Support ..........................................................2-11
2.5.3 ACPI APIC Support .......................................................2-11
2.5.4 Control EuP .................................................................. 2-12
2.5.5 APM Conguration ........................................................ 2-12
2.5.6 Hardware Monitor ......................................................... 2-12
2.6 Boot menu .................................................................................. 2-13
2.6.1 Boot Device Priority ...................................................... 2-13
2.6.2 Boot Settings Conguration .......................................... 2-13
2.6.3 Security ......................................................................... 2-14
2.7 Tools menu ................................................................................. 2-15
2.7.1 ASUS EZ Flash 2 .......................................................... 2-15
2.7.2 Express Gate ............................................................... 2-16
2.7.3 AI NET 2........................................................................ 2-16
2.8 Exit menu .................................................................................... 2-16
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Notices
Federal Communications Commission Statement
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two
conditions:
•
This device may not cause harmful interference, and
•
This device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause
undesired operation.
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital
device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide
reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This
equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed
and used in accordance with manufacturer’s instructions, may cause harmful interference
to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur
in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or
television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user
is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
•
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
•
Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
•
Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is
connected.
•
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
Canadian Department of Communications Statement
This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for radio noise emissions from
digital apparatus set out in the Radio Interference Regulations of the Canadian Department
of Communications.
This class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
REACH
Complying with the REACH (Registration, Evaluation, Authorisation, and Restriction of
Chemicals) regulatory framework, we published the chemical substances in our products at
ASUS REACH website at http://green.asus.com/english/REACH.htm.
The use of shielded cables for connection of the monitor to the graphics card is required
to assure compliance with FCC regulations. Changes or modications to this unit not
expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority
to operate this equipment.
DO NOT throw the motherboard in municipal waste. This product has been designed to
enable proper reuse of parts and recycling. This symbol of the crossed out wheeled bin
indicates that the product (electrical and electronic equipment) should not be placed in
municipal waste. Check local regulations for disposal of electronic products.
DO NOT throw the mercury-containing button cell battery in municipal waste. This symbol
of the crossed out wheeled bin indicates that the battery should not be placed in municipal
waste.
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Safety information
Electrical safety
• To prevent electric shock hazard, disconnect the power cable from the electric outlet
before relocating the system.
• When adding or removing devices to or from the system, ensure that the power cables
for the devices are unplugged before the signal cables are connected. If possible,
disconnect all power cables from the existing system before you add a device.
• Before connecting or removing signal cables from the motherboard, ensure that all
power cables are unplugged.
• Seek professional assistance before using an adapter or extension cord. These devices
could interrupt the grounding circuit.
• Ensure that your power supply is set to the correct voltage in your area. If you are not
sure about the voltage of the electrical outlet you are using, contact your local power
company.
• If the power supply is broken, do not try to x it by yourself. Contact a qualied service
technician or your retailer.
Operation safety
•
Before installing the motherboard and adding devices on it, carefully read all the manuals
that came with the package.
•
Before using the product, ensure that all cables are correctly connected and the power
cables are not damaged. If you detect any damage, contact your dealer immediately.
•
To avoid short circuits, keep paper clips, screws, and staples away from connectors,
slots, sockets and circuitry.
•
Avoid dust, humidity, and temperature extremes. Do not place the product in any area
where it may become wet.
•
Place the product on a stable surface.
•
If you encounter technical problems with the product, contact a qualied service
technician or your retailer.
About this guide
This user guide contains the information you need when installing and conguring the
motherboard.
How this guide is organized
This guide contains the following parts:
• Chapter 1: Product introduction
This chapter describes the features of the motherboard and the new technology it
supports.
• Chapter 2: BIOS information
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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Conventions used in this guide
To ensure that you perform certain tasks properly, take note of the following symbols used
throughout this manual.
DANGER/WARNING: Information to prevent injury to yourself when trying to
complete a task.
CAUTION: Information to prevent damage to the components when trying to
complete a task.
NOTE: Tips and additional information to help you complete a task.
IMPORTANT: Instructions that you MUST follow to complete a task.
Where to nd more information
Refer to the following sources for additional information and for product and software
updates.
1. ASUS websites
The ASUS website provides updated information on ASUS hardware and software
products. Refer to the ASUS contact information.
2. Optional documentation
Your product package may include optional documentation, such as warranty yers,
that may have been added by your dealer. These documents are not part of the
standard package.
Typography
Bold text Indicates a menu or an item to select.
Italics
Used to emphasize a word or a phrase.
<Key> Keys enclosed in the less-than and greater-than sign means
that you must press the enclosed key.
Example: <Enter> means that you must press the Enter or
Return key.
<Key1>+<Key2>+<Key3> If you must press two or more keys simultaneously, the key
names are linked with a plus sign (+).
Example: <Ctrl>+<Alt>+<D>
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AT3IONT-I Series specications summary
(continued on the next page)
CPU Integrated Dual-Core Intel® Atom™ 330 processor
Chipset NVIDIA® ION™
Front Side Bus 533 MHz
Memory Dual channel memory architecture
- 2 x 240-pin DIMM sockets support maximum 4GB
unbuffered non-ECC 1066/800 MHz DDR3 memory
modules
* Refer to www.asus.com or this user manual for the
Memory QVL (Qualied Vendors Lists).
** When you install a total memory of 4GB capacity
or more, Windows® 32-bit operating system may only
recognize less than 3GB. We recommend a maximum
of 3GB system memory if you are using a Windows®
32-bit operating system.
Graphics Integrated NVIDIA® ION™ graphics processor
Supports CUDA technology
Supports PhysX technology
Supports RGB with max. resolution up to 1920 x 1440 x
32 Bpp @75Hz
Supports HDMI with max. resolution up to 1920 x 1200 x
32 Bpp @60Hz
Dual VGA output supports:
RGB&HDMI
* The minimum system requirements of playing HD-DVD
and Blu-ray disc: Graphics shared memory of 256MB and
minimum 1GB system memory.
Expansion slot 1 x PCIe 2.0 x16 slot
Storage 4 x Serial ATA 3Gb/s ports
Support RAID0, RAID1, and AHCI Mode
Audio ALC887 High Denition Audio 8-channel CODEC
* Use the chassis with HD audio module in the front panel
to support 8-channel audio output.
LAN PCIe Gigabit LAN controller
USB Supports up to 10 USB 2.0/1.1 ports (4 ports at mid-board,
6 ports at back panel)
ASUS special features ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3
ASUS EZ Flash 2
ASUS MyLogo 2™
ASUS AI NET 2
ASUS Express Gate
Home Theater Gate
ASUS Q-Fan
Stack Cool3+
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AT3IONT-I Series specications summary
*Specications are subject to change without notice.
Rear panel ports 1 x PS/2 Keyboard port
1 x Optical S/PDIF out port
1 x VGA port
1 x HDMI port
1 x LAN (RJ-45) port
6 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports
3 x Audio jacks
1 x DC port*
1 x Bluetooth adapter*
1 x WLAN antenna port*
2 x RCA out ports*
* For AT3IONT-I DELUXE only
Internal connectors 2 x USB 2.0/1.1 connector supports additional 4 USB 2.0/1.1
ports
1 x CPU fan connector
1 x Chassis fan connector
1 x Power fan connector
4 x Serial ATA connectors
1 x System panel connector
1 x High denition front panel audio connector
1 x COM connector
1 x SATA power connector
1 x Chassis intrusion connector
BIOS features 8 Mb Flash ROM, AMI BIOS, PnP, DMI2.0, WfM2.0,
SMBIOS 2.5, ACPI v2.0a
Accessories 2 x Serial ATA cables
1 x I/O shield
1 x User Manual
1 x SATA Power cable*
1 x Remote Controller*
1 x Receiver*
1 x WiFi antenna*
1 x 90W DC adapter*
1 x Power cord*
* For AT3IONT-I DELUXE only
Support DVD contents Drivers
ASUS PC Probe II
ASUS Update
Anti-virus software (OEM version)
Form Factor Mini ITX form factor: 6.75 in x 6.75 in (17.1cm x 17.1cm)
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1-1 Chapter 1: Product introduction
Chapter 1
Product introduction
• AT3IONT-I Series motherboards include AT3IONT-I and AT3IONT-I DELUXE two
models. The package contents vary from models.
• If any of the items is damaged or missing, contact your retailer.
Thank you for buying an ASUS® AT3IONT-I Series motherboard!
Before you start installing the motherboard, and hardware devices on it, check the items in
your motherboard package. Refer to page ix for the list of accessories.
1.1 Before you proceed
Take note of the following precautions before you install motherboard components or change
any motherboard settings.
• Unplug the power cord from the wall socket before touching any component.
• Before handling components, use a grounded wrist strap or touch a safely grounded
object or a metal object, such as the power supply case, 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, ensure that the ATX power supply is
switched off or the power cord is detached from the power supply. Failure to do so may
cause severe damage to the motherboard, peripherals, or components.
Onboard LED
The motherboard comes with a standby power LED that lights up to indicate that the system
is ON, in sleep mode, or in soft-off mode. This is a reminder that you must shut down
the system and unplug the power cable before removing or plugging in any motherboard
component. The illustration below shows the location of the onboard LED.
SB_PWR
ON
Standby Power Powered Off
OFF
AT3IONT-I DELUXE
AT3IONT-I SERIES Onboard LED
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1.2.2 Layout contents
1.2 Motherboard overview
1.2.1 Motherboard layout
Place four 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.
Ensure that you install the motherboard into the chassis in the correct orientation. The edge
with external ports goes to the rear part of the chassis.
Place this side towards
the rear of the chassis.
AT3IONT-I DELUXE
USB910
USB78
AAFP
SATA_PWR1
CHA_FAN
PWR_FAN
CPU_FAN
Lithium Cell
CMOS Power
RCA_OUT
RTL
8112L
ALC
887
Super
I/O
8Mb
BIOS
SB_PWR
CLRTC
17.1cm(6.75in)
17.1cm(6.75in)
NVIDIA
®
ION
DDR3 DIMM_A1 (64bit, 240-pin module)
Intel
®
Atom 330
DDR3 DIMM_A2 (64bit, 240-pin module)
SATA1SATA2
SATA3SATA4
KB_USB56
AUDIO
LAN1_USB12
BT_USB34
COM1
F_PANEL
CHASSIS
SPDIF_O
HDMI
VGA
PCIEX16
WLAN
6
21 3
7
5
12 11 10 8
4
9
DC_PWR/
WiFi
Antenna
Connectors/Jumpers/Slots/LED Page Connectors/Jumpers/Slots/LED Page
1.
CPU, power, and chassis fan connectors (3-pin
CPU_FAN, 3-pin PWR_FAN, 3-pin CHA_FAN)
1-13 7.
System panel connector (10-1 pin
F_PANEL)
1-14
2. Serial port connectors (10-1 pin COM1) 1-15 8. Clear RTC RAM (3-pin CLRTC) 1-8
3. Atom 330 processor 1-3 9. Onboard LED (SB_PWR) 1-1
4. DDR3 DIMM slots 1-3 10.
Serial ATA connectors (7-pin SATA1,
SATA2, SATA3, SATA4)
1-11
5. SATA power connectors (4-pin SATA_PWR1) 1-12 11.
Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin
AAFP)
1-13
6. Chassis intrusion connector (4-1 pin CHASSIS) 1-14 12. USB connector (10-1 pin USB78, USB910) 1-12
ASUS AT3IONT-I Series motherboards include AT3IONT-I and AT3IONT-I DELUXE two
models The layout varies with models. The layout illustrations in this user guide are for
AT3IONT-I DELUXE only.
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1.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU)
The motherboard comes with an onboard Dual-Core Intel® Atom™ 330 processor and a
specially designed CPU heatsink.
AT3IONT-I DELUXE
AT3IONT-I SERIES CPU
Intel® Atom330
1.4 System memory
1.4.1 Overview
The motherboard comes with two Double Data Rate 3 (DDR3) Dual Inline Memory Modules
(DIMM) sockets. The gure illustrates the location of the DDR3 DIMM sockets:
AT3IONT-I DELUXE
AT3IONT-I SERIES 240-pin DDR3 DIMM sockets
DIMM_B1
DIMM_A1
Channel Sockets
Channel A DIMM_A1
Channel B DIMM_B1
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ASUS AT3IONT-I Series 1-4
1.4.2 Memory congurations
You may install 512MB, 1GB, and 2GB unbuffered non-ECC DDR3 DIMMs into the DIMM
sockets.
• You may install varying memory sizes in Channel A and Channel B. The system maps
the total size of the lower-sized channel for the dual-channel conguration. Any excess
memory from the higher-sized channel is then mapped for the single-channel operation.
• Always install DIMMs with the same CAS latency. For optimum compatibility, it is
recommended that you obtain memory modules from the same vendor.
• Due to the memory address limitation on 32-bit Windows® OS, when you install 4GB
or more memory on the motherboard, the actual usable memory for the OS can be
about 3GB or less. For effective use of memory, we recommend that you do any of the
following:
- Use a maximum of 3GB system memory if you are using a 32-bit Windows
®
OS.
- Install a 64-bit Windows® OS when you want to install 4GB memory on the
motherboard.
• When you install 4GB memory on the motherboard, the memory that the system can
detect is less than 4GB.
• This motherboard does not support DIMMs made up of 256 megabits (Mb) chips or less.
This motherboard supports up to 4GB on Windows® XP Professional x64 and Windows®
Vista x64 editions. You may install a maximum of 2GB DIMMs on each slot.
AT3IONT-I Series Motherboard Qualied Vendors Lists (QVL)
DDR3-1067 MHz capability
Vendor Part No. Size
SS/
DS
Brand Chip No. Timing Voltage
DIMM
support
A* B*
Crucial CT25664BA1067.16FF 2048MB DS Micron 9HF22D9KPT 7 - • •
ELPIDA EBJ10UE8EDF0-AE-F 1024MB SS ELPIDA J1108EDSE-DJ-F - 1.35V(low voltage) • •
ELPIDA EBJ51UD8BAFA-AC-E 512MB SS Elpida J5308BASE-AC-E - - • •
ELPIDA EBJ51UD8BAFA-AE-E 512MB SS Elpida J5308BASE-AC-E - - • •
ELPIDA EBJ11UD8BAFA-AE-E 1024MB DS Elpida J5308BASE-AC-E - - • •
KINGSTON KVR1066D3N7/2G 2048MB DS Kingston D1288JEKAPGA7U 7 1.5V • •
Micron MT16JTF25664AZ-1G1F1 2048MB DS Micron 9HF22D9KPT 7 - • •
Elixir M2Y2G64CB8HC5N-BE 2048MB DS Elixir N2CB1G80CN-BE - - • •
Elixir M2Y2G64CBHC9N-BE 2048MB DS Elixir - - - • •
Kingtiger 2GB DIMM PC3-8500 2048MB DS Hynix H5TQ1G83AFP G7C - - • •
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DDR3-1333 MHz capability
(continued on the next page)
Vendor Part No. Size
SS/
DS
Brand Chip No. Timing Voltage
DIMM
support
A* B*
A-Data AD31333001GOU 1024MB SS A-Data AD30908C8D-151C E0906 - - • •
A-Data AD31333002GOU 2048MB DS A-Data AD30908C8D-151C E0903 - - • •
A-Data AD31333G002GMU 2048MB DS - - 8-8-8-24 1.65-1.85V • •
Apacer 78.A1GC6.9L1 2048MB DS APACER AM5D5808DEWSBG - - • •
CORSAIR CM3X1024-1333C9DHX 1024MB SS - - 9-9-9-24 1.60V • •
CORSAIR CM3X1024-1333C9 1024MB SS - - - - • •
CORSAIR TR3X3G1333C9 G 3072MB(Kit of 3) SS - - 9-9-9-24 1.50V • •
CORSAIR TR3X3G1333C9 G 3072MB(Kit of 3) SS - - 9-9-9-24 1.50V • •
CORSAIR CM3X1024-1333C9DHX 1024MB DS Corsair - - - • •
CORSAIR CM3X2048-1333C9DHX 2048MB DS - - - - •
CORSAIR TW3X4G1333C9 G 4096MB(Kit of 2) DS - - 9-9-9-24 1.50V • •
Crucial CT12864BA1339.8FF 1024MB SS Micron 9FF22D9KPT 9 - • •
Crucial BL12864TA1336.8SFB1 2048MB(Kit of 2) SS - - 6-6-6-20 1.8V • •
Crucial CT25664BA1339.16FF 2048MB DS Micron 9KF27D9KPT 9 - • •
Crucial BL25664ABA1336.16SFB1 4096MB(Kit of 2) DS - - 6-6-6-20 1.8V • •
Crucial BL25664BA1336.16SFB1 4096MB(Kit of 2) DS - - 6-6-6-20 1.8V • •
ELPIDA EBJ21UE8EDF0-DJ-F 2048MB DS ELPIDA J1108EDSE-DJ-F - 1.35V(low
voltage)
• •
G.SKILL F3-10600CL9D-2GBPK 1024MB SS G.SKILL - - - • •
G.SKILL F3-10666CL9T-3GBNQ 3072MB(Kit of 3) SS - - 9-9-9-24 1.5~1.6V • •
G.SKILL F3-10600CL9D-2GBNQ 1024MB DS G.SKILL - - - • •
G.SKILL F3-10666CL8D-4GBECO(XMP) 4096MB(Kit of 2 ) DS - - 8-8-8-
8-24
1.35V(low
voltage)
• •
G.SKILL F3-10666CL8D-4GBHK(XMP) 4096MB(Kit of 2 ) DS - - 8-8-8-21 1.5-1.6V • •
G.SKILL F3-10666CL7T-6GBPK(XMP) 6144MB(Kit of 3 ) DS - - 7-7-7-18 1.5~1.6V • •
G.SKILL F3-10666CL9T-6GBNQ 6144MB(Kit of 3) DS - - 9-9-9-24 1.5V~1.6V • •
GEIL DDR3-1333 CL9-9-9-24 1024MB SS - - 9 - • •
GEIL GV34GB1333C7DC 2048MB DS - - 7-7-7-24 1.5V • •
GEIL GG34GB1333C9DC 4096MB(Kit of 2) DS GEIL GL1L128M88BA12N 9-9-9-24 1.3V(low
voltage)
• •
Kingmax FLFD45F-B8MF9 1024MB SS Micron 8HD22D9JNM - - • •
Kingmax FLFE85F-B8MF9 2048MB DS Micron 8HD22D9JNM - - •
KINGSTON KVR1333D3N9/2G 2048MB DS Qimonda IDSH1G-03A1F1C-13H - 1.5V • •
Kingston KVR1333D3N9/4G 4096MB DS Hynix H5TQ2G83AFR - - • •
Micron MT8JTF12864AZ-1G4F1 1024MB SS Micron 9FF22D9KPT 9 - • •
OCZ OCZ3P13334GK 4096MB(Kit of 2) DS - - 7-7-7-20 1.8V • •
OCZ OCZ3P1333LV4GK 4096MB(Kit of 2) DS - - 7-7-7-20 1.65V • •
OCZ OCZ3G1333LV6GK 6144MB(Kit of 3 ) DS - - 9-9-9-20 1.65V • •
OCZ OCZ3P1333LV6GK 6144MB(Kit of 3 ) DS - - 7-7-7-20 1.65V • •
OCZ OCZ3X1333LV6GK(XMP) 6144MB(Kit of 3 ) DS - - 8-8-8-20 1.60V • •
PSC AL7F8G73D-DG1 1024MB SS PSC A3P1GF3DGF928M9B05 - - • •
SAMSUNG M378B2873DZ1-CH9 1024MB SS Samsung K4B1G0846D-HCH9 - - • •
SAMSUNG M378B2873DZ1-CH9 1024MB SS Samsung SEC 846 HCH9
K4B1G08460
- - • •
SAMSUNG M378B2873EH1-CH9 1024MB SS Samsung SEC 913 HCH9
K4B1G0846E
- - • •
SAMSUNG M378B5673DZ1-CH9 2048MB DS Samsung K4B1G0846D-HCH9 - - • •
Super Talent W1333X2GB8(XMP) 1024MB SS - - - - • •
ASINT SLY3128M8-EDJ 1024MB SS ASINT DDRII1208-DJ 0844 - - • •
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Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for the latest QVL.
SS: Single-sided / DS: Double-sided
DIMM support:
• A*: Supports one module inserted into either slot as the single-channel memory
conguration.
• B*: Supports one pair of modules inserted into both the blue slots as one pair of
dual-channel memory conguration.
DDR3-1333 MHz capability
Vendor Part No. Size
SS/
DS
Brand Chip No. Timing Voltage
DIMM
support
A* B*
ASINT SLY3128M8-EDJE 1024MB SS ELPIDA J1108BASE-DJ-E - - • •
ASINT SLZ3128M8-EDJE 2048MB DS ELPIDA J1108BASE-DJ-E - - • •
BUFFALO FSX1333D3G-K2G 1024MB SS - - 7-7-7-20 - • •
BUFFALO FSX1333D3G-2G 2048MB DS - - 7-7-7-20 - • •
Century PC3-10600 DDR3-1333 9-9-9 1024MB SS Micron 8FD22D9JNM - - • •
Century PC3-10600 DDR3-1333 9-9-9 2048MB DS Micron 8DD22D9JNM - - • •
Elixir M2Y2G64CB8HA9N-CG 2048MB DS - - 7-7-7-20 - • •
Elixir M2Y2G64CB8HC9N-CG 2048MB DS Elixir - - - • •
Kingtiger 2GB DIMM PC3-10666 2048MB DS Samsung SEC 904 HCH9
K4B1G0846D
- - • •
Kingtiger KTG2G1333PG3 2048MB DS - - - - • •
PATRIOT PSD31G13332H 1024MB DS - - 9 - • •
PATRIOT PSD31G13332 1024MB DS Patriot PM64M8D38U-15 - - • •
PATRIOT PSD32G13332H 2048MB DS - - - - • •
DDR3 1333MHz memory modules run at 1066MHz on AT3IONT-I Series motherboards.
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1.5 Expansion slot
In the future, you may need to install expansion cards. The following sub-sections describe
the slot and the expansion cards that it supports.
Unplug the power cord before adding or removing expansion cards. Failure to do so may
cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components.
1.5.1 Installing an expansion card
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 rmly 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.
1.5.2 Conguring an expansion card
After installing the expansion card, congure it by adjusting the software settings.
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.
3. Install the software drivers for the expansion card.
1.5.3 PCI Express x16 slot
This motherboard supports a PCI Express x16 graphics card that complies with the PCI
Express specications.
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1.6 Jumpers
1. Clear RTC RAM (3-pin 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.
Except when clearing the RTC RAM, never remove the cap on CLRTC jumper default
position. Removing the cap will cause system boot failure!
AT3IONT-I DELUXE
AT3IONT-I SERIES Clear RTC RAM
1 2
2 3
Normal
(Default)
Clear RTC
CLRTC
If the steps above do not help, remove the onboard battery and move the jumper again to
clear the CMOS RTC RAM data. After clearing the CMOS, reinstall the battery.
To erase the RTC RAM:
1. Turn OFF the computer and unplug the power cord.
2. 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.
3. Plug the power cord and turn ON the computer.
4. Hold down the <Del> key during the boot process and enter BIOS setup to re-enter
data.
1.7 Connectors
1.7.1 Rear panel connectors
5
1213141516 11
7 8
9
2
3
1
6
10
4
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1. WLAN antenna port
(for AT3IONT-I DELUXE only)
. This port Connects to the WLAN
antenna.
2. PS/2 Keyboard port (purple). This port is for a PS/2 keyboard.
3. Video Graphics Adapter (VGA) port. This 15-pin port is for a VGA monitor or other
VGA-compatible devices.
4. Onboard Bluetooth module
(for AT3IONT-I DELUXE only)
. This onboard Bluetooth
module allows wireless connection and data transfer between your system and other
Bluetooth devices.
ACT/LINK LED SPEED LED
Status Description Status Description
OFF No link OFF 10 Mbps connection
ORANGE Linked ORANGE 100 Mbps connection
BLINKING Data activity GREEN 1 Gbps connection
LAN port
SPEED
LED
ACT/LINK
LED
• Due to the limitations of the Bluetooth driver and the Windows® 7 OS beta version,
some Bluetooth functions may not be supported in Windows® 7 OS beta version, and
Windows® 7 beta version may not recognize the onboard Bluetooth module.
• Bluetooth Electrical Specication:
Bluetooth specication V.2.1 compliant;
Transmission rate up to 3 Mbps;
Working distance up to 10 meters;
Intergrated 32-bit CPU with 32KB data RAM and 256KB program RAM;
5V single supply voltage.
• Under Windows® XP, if the Bluetooth Driver item is not displayed on the Support DVD’s
Drivers screen, follow the steps below:
1. Shut down your computer and switch off the Power Supply Unit (PSU).
2. Switch on the PSU and boot up your computer.
3. Open the Support DVD and click ASUS InstAll.
5. LAN (RJ-45) port. This port allows Gigabit connection to a Local Area Network (LAN)
through a network hub. Refer to the table below for the LAN port LED indications.
LAN port LED indications
6. RCA Out port (right-channel)
(for AT3IONT-I DELUXE only)
. This port connects a
receiver or a TV via an RCA cable.
7. Line In port (light blue). This port connects to the tape, CD, DVD player, or other
audio sources.
8. Line Out port (lime). This port connects to a headphone or a speaker. In the 4, 6, and
8-channel congurations, the function of this port becomes Front Speaker Out.
9. Microphone port (pink). This port connects to a microphone.
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10. RCA Out port (left-channel)
(for AT3IONT-I DELUXE only)
. This port connects a
receiver or a TV via an RCA cable.
11. USB 2.0 ports 1 and 2. These two 4-pin Universal Serial Bus (USB) ports are for
USB 2.0 devices.
12. USB 2.0 ports 3 and 4. These two 4-pin Universal Serial Bus (USB) ports are for
USB 2.0 devices.
13. Optical S/PDIF Out port. This port connects to an external audio output device via an
optical S/PDIF cable.
14. HDMI port. This port is for a High-Denition Multimedia Interface (HDMI) connector,
and is HDCP compliant allowing playback of HD DVD, Blu-Ray, and other protected
content.
15. USB 2.0 ports 5 and 6. These two 4-pin Universal Serial Bus (USB) ports are
available for connecting USB 2.0 devices.
16. DC power port. This port connects to an DC power adapter.
Refer to the audio conguration table below for the function of the audio ports in the 2, 4, 6,
or 8-channel conguration.
Audio 2, 4, 6, or 8-channel conguration
Port Headset 2-channel 4-channel 6-channel 8-channel
Light Blue (Rear panel) Line In Rear Speaker Out Rear Speaker Out Rear Speaker Out
Lime (Rear panel) Line Out Front Speaker Out Front Speaker Out Front Speaker Out
Pink (Rear panel) Mic In Mic In Bass/Center Bass/Center
Lime (Front panel) – – – Side Speaker Out
To congure an 8-channel audio output:
Use the chassis with HD audio module in the front panel to support 8-channel audio output.
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1. Serial ATA connectors (7-pin SATA1, SATA2, SATA3, SATA4)
These connectors are for the Serial ATA signal cables for Serial ATA 3Gb/s hard disk
drives and optical disk drives. The Serial ATA 3Gb/s is backward compatible with the
Serial ATA 1.5Gb/s specication. The data transfer rate of the Serial ATA 3Gb/s is faster
than the standard parallel ATA (133 MB/s).
SATA1
GND
RSATA_RXN1
RSATA_RXP1
GND
RSATA_TXN1
RSATA_TXP1
GND
SATA2
GND
RSATA_RXN2
RSATA_RXP2
GND
RSATA_TXN2
RSATA_TXP2
GND
SATA3
GND
RSATA_TXP3
RSATA_TXN3
GND
RSATA_RXP3
RSATA_RXN3
GND
SATA4
GND
RSATA_TXP4
RSATA_TXN4
GND
RSATA_RXP4
RSATA_RXN4
GND
AT3IONT-I DELUXE
AT3IONT-I SERIES SATA connectors
• Install the Windows® XP Service Pack 1 or later versions before using Serial ATA.
• If you intend to create a Serial ATA RAID set using these connectors, set the SATA
Mode Select item in the BIOS to [RAID Mode]. See 2.3.4 Storage Conguration for
details.
• The motherboard does not provide a oppy disk drive connector. You could use a USB
oppy disk drive when installing Windows® XP operating system on a hard disk drive
that includes a RAID/AHCI set.
• Due to Windows® XP limitation, Windows® XP may not recognize the USB oppy disk
drive.
• The motherboard does not support installing Windows® XP OS with SATA ODD under
RAID/AHCI mode.
• You need to copy RAID driver to other media such as a USB ash disk and load RAID
driver during installing Windows® Vista OS with SATA ODD.
• For more details on RAID/AHCI, refer to the RAID/AHCI Supplementary Guide included
in the folder named Manual in the support DVD.
1.7.2 Internal connectors
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3. USB connector (10-1 pin USB78, USB910)
This connector is for a USB 2.0 port. Connect the USB module cable to this connector,
then install the module to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis. This USB
connector complys with USB 2.0 specication that supports up to 480 Mbps connection
speed.
AT3IONT-I DELUXE
AT3IONT-I SERIES USB2.0 connectors
PIN 1
USB+5V
USB_P8USB_P8+
GND
NC
USB+5V
USB_P7-
USB_P7+
GND
USB78
PIN 1
USB+5V
USB_P10USB_P10+
GND
NC
USB+5V
USB_P9-
USB_P9+
GND
USB910
Never connect a 1394 cable to the USB connector. Doing so will damage the motherboard!
The USB module cable is purchased separately.
2. SATA power connectors (4-pin SATA_PWR1)
This connectors is for SATA power cable. The power cable plug is designed to t this
connector in only one orientation. Find the proper orientation and push down rmly until
the connector completely t.
AT3IONT-I DELUXE
AT3IONT-I SERIES SATA power connector
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Do not forget to connect the fan cables to the fan connectors. Insufcient air ow inside the
system may damage the motherboard components. These are not jumpers! Do not place
jumper caps on the fan connectors!
AT3IONT-I DELUXE
AT3IONT-I SERIES fan connectors
CPU_FAN
Rotation
+12V
GND
PWR_FAN
Rotation
+12V
GND
CHA_FAN
Rotation
+12V
GND
4. CPU, power, and chassis fan connectors (3-pin CPU_FAN, 3-pin PWR_FAN, 3-pin
CHA_FAN)
The fan connectors support cooling fans of 350 mA~2000 mA (24 W max.) or a total of
1 A~3.48 A (41.76 W max.) at +12V. Connect the fan cables to the fan connectors on
the motherboard, ensuring that the black wire of each cable matches the ground pin of
the connector.
5. Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP)
This connector is for a chassis-mounted front panel audio I/O module that supports
either HD Audio or legacy AC`97 audio standard. Connect one end of the front panel
audio I/O module cable to this connector.
AT3IONT-I DELUXE
AT3IONT-I SERIES Analog front panel connecto
r
AAFP
PIN 1
GND
PRESENCE#
SENSE1_RETUR
SENSE2_RETUR
PORT1 L
PORT1 R
PORT2 R
SENSE_SEND
PORT2 L
HD-audio-compliant
pin definition
PIN 1
AGNDNCNC
NC
MIC2
MICPWR
Line out_R
NC
Line out_L
Legacy AC’97
compliant definition
• We recommend that you connect a high-denition front panel audio module to this
connector to avail of the motherboard’s high-denition audio capability.
• If you want to connect a high-denition front panel audio module to this connector, set
the Front Panel Select item in the BIOS setup to [HD Audio]. If you want to connect an
AC'97 front panel audio module to this connector, set the item to [AC97]. By default, this
connector is set to [HD Audio]. See section 2.4.4 Onboard Devices Conguration for
details.
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6. System panel connector (10-1 pin F_PANEL)
This connector supports several chassis-mounted functions.
AT3IONT-I DELUXE
AT3IONT-I SERIES System panel connector
PIN 1
PWR BTN
GND
PWR
PLED-
PLED+
Reset
Ground
IDE_LEDIDE_LED+
F_PANEL
PWR LED
HD_LED RESET
• System power LED (2-pin PLED)
This 2-pin connector is for the system power LED. Connect the chassis power LED
cable to this connector. The system power LED lights up when you turn on the system
power, and blinks when the system is in sleep mode.
•
Hard disk drive activity LED (2-pin HD_LED)
This 2-pin connector is for the HDD Activity LED. Connect the HDD Activity LED cable
to this connector. The HD LED lights up or ashes when data is read from or written to
the HDD.
•
ATX power button/soft-off button (2-pin PWRBTN)
This 2-pin connector is for the system power button.
•
Reset button (2-pin RESET)
This 2-pin connector is for the chassis-mounted reset button for system reboot without
turning off the system power.
7. 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 pin 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.
AT3IONT-I DELUXE
AT3IONT-I SERIES Chassis intrusion connecto
r
GND
Chassis Signal
+5VSB_MB
CHASSIS
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8. Serial port connectors (10-1 pin COM1)
The connector is for a serial (COM) port. Connect the serial port module cable to the
connector, then install the module to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis.
The serial port bracket (COM1) is purchased separately.
AT3IONT-I DELUXE
AT3IONT-I SERIES Serial port (COM1) connector
PIN 1
COM1
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1.8 Software support
1.8.1 Installing an operating system
This motherboard supports Windows® XP/Vista/7 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. Refer to your OS documentation for
detailed information.
• Ensure that you install Windows® XP Service Pack 3 or later versions / Windows® Vista
Service Pack 1 or later versions before installing the drivers for better compatibility and
system stability.
1.8.2 Support DVD information
The Support DVD that comes with the motherboard package contains the drivers, software
applications, and utilities that you can install to avail all motherboard features.
If Autorun is NOT enabled in your computer, browse the contents of the Support DVD to
locate the le ASSETUP.EXE from the BIN folder. Double-click the ASSETUP.EXE to run
the DVD.
The following screen is for reference only.
The contents of the Support DVD are subject to change at any time without notice. Visit the
ASUS website at www.asus.com for updates.
To run the Support DVD
Place the Support DVD to the optical drive. The DVD automatically displays the Drivers menu
if Autorun is enabled in your computer.
Click an item to install
Click an icon to
display Support DVD/
motherboard information
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1.8.3 ASUS VideoSecurity
ASUS VideoSecurity is a powerful monitoring and motion detection feature that enables users to
keep an eye on their properties from a remote location via the Internet and a wide range of video
capturing devices.
System requirements
Ensure that you have the following softwares and harwares installed on your computer before
using the ASUS VideoSecurity.
Software:
• Microsoft® Windows 2000/XP/Vista/7 with DirectX 9.0a or later versions
• WDM capture driver for your video capture devices
• Internet connection with Microsoft® IE 6 SP1 or later versions
• Microsoft® Media Player 9.0 or later versions
Hardware:
• Video capture devices, like webcams, CCD, V8, or Hi-8, which support UYVY video format.
• An audio card or chip onboard is necessary if you want to play the warning wave le.
Launching ASUS VideoSecurity
1. Install ASUS VideoSecurity from the motherboard support DVD.
2. To launch the ASUS VideoSecurity from the Windows® desktop, click Start > All Programs
> ASUS > ASUS VideoSecurity > ASUS VideoSecurity. The VideoSecurity main screen
appears.
ASUS VideoSecurity main screen
Click to open the setup wizard
Click to open the Help le
Click to minimize the main window
Click to close VodeoSecurity
Click to check video source
Click to dene the detecting
region
Displays working status
Click to start/stop detecting
Displays images detected
Click to delete the image le
Click to view the image le
Click to delete all image les
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VideoSecurity Setting screen
To launch the setting screen, click from the main screen.
Click for the main screen to refer to the Help le for details on how to setup
VideoSecurity.
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1.8.4 ASUS Home Theater Gate
The ASUS Home Theater Gate, specially designed for the AT3IONT-I series, allows you
to easily and quickly launch media applications to enjoy your music and movies. With the
bundled remote controller, you can launch the ASUS Home Theater Gate and start media
applications with just one touch.
Launching Home Theater Gate
1. Install Home Theater Gate from the motherboard support DVD.
2. To launch Home Theater Gate ,click Start > All Programs > ASUS > ASUS Home
Theater Gate > ASUS Home Theater Gate 1.xx.xx. The Home Theater Gate main
window appears.
Home Theater Gate main window
The Internet Radio function is included in the bundled trial version software “mediaU Player
Mercury“. You may use the Top 20, Station Overview, History, Recommendations,
Station Search, and Recording Schedule functions without registering the software and
within the evaluation period.
Click to minimize the Home Theater Gate window. Click the Home Theater
Gate icon in the Windows® notication area to restore the window
Click to close the Home
Theater Gate window
Click to return to the previous page
Click to switch to the full
screen mode
View photos
Playback videos
Create your
music playlists
Congure the Media Path
Settings, Internet Radio
Settings, and Favorite Music
Playback Internet Radio
Click to return to the main window
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Supported type
Resolution Normal display under 1024 x 600 – 1920 x 1080
Music mp3, midi, wav, wma and cda
Video avi, mp4, mpeg, rmvb, wmv, rm, mov, asf, mpg, vob and dat
Photo bmp, dib, gif, jpg, jpeg, png, tif, tiff
DTS
Windows® Vista™ and Window
®
7 operating systems (HDMI and analog out
only)
Video player
Windows® Media Player, PowerDVD 8 (Cyberlink), WinDVD 9 (Corel/
InterVideo), KMPlayer, Media Player Classic, RealPlayer and Arcsoft
TotalMedia Theatre 3
Music player Windows® Media Player, Winamp, KMPlayer, RealPlayer, iTunes
• Visit the ASUS website atVisit the ASUS website at http://support.asus.com/download/download.
aspx?SLanguage=en-us for the latest supported type.
• Due to Window® XP limitation, you have to install the UDF Reader to recognize the
Blu-ray disc.
Internet Radio channel setting
Long press the channel number and the station information on the currently playing stationhe currently playing station
will be saved to that channel number.
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Using the remote controller (for AT3IONT-I DELUXE only)
Use the remote controller to launch the ASUS Home Theater Gate and start media
applications.
Power on/off*
Mute
Play/Pause
Fast forward
Fast rewind
Stop
Previous track
Next track
Volume up
Volume down
Scroll up
Scroll right
Scroll left
OK
Scroll down
Previous page
Main window
Full screen
Switch windows
Launch Home Theater
Gate/Minimize Home
Theater Gate window
Tranquil mode****
DTS on/off
Internet Radio**
Music***
* This button follows the behavior of the system sleep button. Actual behavior of the system
sleep button can be customized in Windows® Control Panel > Power Options.
** Set up the Internet radio channel 1 to 7 before using the Internet Radio.
*** Set the Favorite Music in the Settings or Music mode rst.
**** This motherboard is fanless-designed. The Tranquil mode button is functionless on this
motherboard.
Connect the IR receiver to the USB 2.0 port 1 or 2 before using the remote controller.
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Chapter 2
BIOS information
Save a copy of the original motherboard BIOS le to a USB ash disk in case you need to
restore the BIOS in the future. Copy the original motherboard BIOS using the ASUS Update
utility.
• ASUS Update requires an Internet connection either through a network or an Internet
Service Provider (ISP).
• This utility is available in the support DVD that comes with the motherboard package.
Updating the BIOS
To update the BIOS:
1. From the Windows® desktop, click Start > Programs > ASUS > ASUSUpdate >
ASUSUpdate to launch the ASUS Update utility.
2. From the dropdown list, select any of the updating process:
Updating from the Internet
a. Select Update BIOS from the Internet, then click Next.
b. Select the ASUS FTP site nearest you to avoid network trafc, or click Auto
Select then click Next.
c. From the FTP site, select the BIOS version that you wish to download then click
Next.
2.1.1 ASUS Update utility
The ASUS Update is a utility that allows you to manage, save, and update the motherboard
BIOS in Windows® environment.
Installing ASUS Update
To install ASUS Update:
1. Place the support DVD in the optical drive. The Drivers menu appears.
2. Click the Utilities tab, then click ASUS Update.
3. Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the installation.
Quit all Windows® applications before you update the BIOS using this utility.
2.1 Managing and updating your BIOS
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The ASUS Update utility is capable of updating itself through the Internet. Always update
the utility to avail all its features.
Updating from a BIOS file
a. Select Update BIOS from a le, then click Next.
b. Locate the BIOS le from the Open window, then click Open.
3. Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the updating process.
2.1.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2
The ASUS EZ Flash 2 feature allows you to update the BIOS without using an OS-based
utility.
Before you start using this utility, download the latest BIOS le from the ASUS website at
www.asus.com.
To update the BIOS using EZ Flash 2:
1. Insert the USB ash disk that contains the latest BIOS le to the USB port, then launch
EZ Flash 2 in any of these two ways:
• Press <Alt> + <F2> during POST.
• Enter the BIOS setup program. Go to the Tools menu to select EZ Flash 2 and
press <Enter> to enable it.
Press <Tab> to switch between drives until the correct BIOS le is found.
2. When the correct BIOS le is found, EZ Flash 2 performs the BIOS update process
and automatically reboots the system when done.
ASUSTek EZ Flash 2 BIOS ROM Utility V3.38
Current ROM
Update ROM
A:
Note
FLASH TYPE: MXIC 25L8005
PATH: A:\
BOARD: AT3IONT-I Series
VER: 0207 (H:00 B:05)
DATE: 12/29/2009
BOARD: Unknown
VER: Unknown
DATE: Unknown
[Enter] Select or Load [Tab] Switch [V] Drive Info
[Up/Down/Home/End] Move [B] Backup [ESC] Exit
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• This function supports USB ash disks with FAT 32/16 format and single partition only.
• DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS to prevent system boot
failure!
2.1.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS
The ASUS CrashFree BIOS is an auto recovery tool that allows you to restore the BIOS le
when it fails or gets corrupted during the updating process. You can restore a corrupted BIOS
le using the motherboard support DVD or a removable device that contains the updated
BIOS le.
• Before using this utility, rename the BIOS le in the removable device into
AT3IONID.ROM.
• The BIOS le in the support DVD may not be the latest version. Download the latest
BIOS le from the ASUS website at www.asus.com.
• The removable device that ASUS CrashFree BIOS support vary with motherboard
models. For motherboards without the oppy connector, prepare a USB ash disk before
using this utility.
Recovering the BIOS
To recover the BIOS:
1. Turn on the system.
2. Insert the support DVD to the optical drive or the removable device that contains the
BIOS le to the USB port or to the oppy disk drive, if supported.
3. The utility automatically checks the devices for the BIOS le. When found, the utility
reads the BIOS le and starts ashing the corrupted BIOS le.
4. Turn off the system after the utility completes the updating process and turn on again.
DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS! Doing so can cause
system boot failure!
Ensure to load the BIOS default settings to ensure system compatibility and stability. Select
the Load Setup Defaults item under the Exit menu. Refer to section 2.8 Exit menu for
details.
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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.
Select Screen
Select Item
+- Change Field
Tab Select Field
F1 General Help
F10 Save and Exit
ESC Exit
v02.58 (C)Copyright 1985-2010, American Megatrends, Inc.
BIOS SETUP UTILITY
Main Advanced Power Boot Tools Exit
System Time [00:31:48]
System Date [Wed 01/02/2002]
SATA 1 [Not Detected]
SATA 2 [Not Detected]
SATA 3 [Not Detected]
SATA 4 [Not Detected]
Storage Conguration
System Information
Use [ENTER], [TAB] or
[SHIFT-TAB] to select
a eld.
Use [+] or [-] to
congure system time.
2.2 BIOS setup program
Use the BIOS Setup program to update the BIOS or congure its parameters. The BIOS
screens include navigation keys and brief online help to guide you in using the BIOS Setup
program.
Entering BIOS Setup at startup
To enter BIOS Setup at startup:
• Press <Delete> during the Power-On Self Test (POST). If you do not press <Delete>,
POST continues with its routines.
Entering BIOS Setup after POST
To enter BIOS Setup after POST:
• Press <Ctrl>+<Alt>+<Del> simultaneously.
• Press the reset button on the system chassis.
• Press the power button to turn the system off then back on. Do this option only if you
failed to enter BIOS Setup using the rst two options.
Using the power button, reset button, or the <Ctrl>+<Alt>+<Del> keys to force reset from
a running operating system can cause damage to your data or system. We recommend to
always shut down the system properly from the operating system.
• 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
Load Setups Default item under the Exit Menu. See section 2.8 Exit Menu.
• The BIOS setup screens shown in this section are for reference purposes only, and may
not exactly match what you see on your screen.
• Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com to download the latest BIOS le for this
motherboard.
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2.3.1 System Time [xx:xx:xx]
Allows you to set the system time.
2.3.2 System Date [Day xx/xx/xxxx]
Allows you to set the system date.
2.3.3 SATA 1~4
While entering Setup, the BIOS automatically detects the presence of SATA devices. There
is a separate sub-menu for each SATA device. Select a device item then press <Enter> to
display the SATA device information.
The BIOS automatically detects the values opposite the dimmed items (Device, Vendor, Size,
LBA Mode, Block Mode, PIO Mode, Async DMA, Ultra DMA, and SMART Monitoring). These
values are not user-congurable. These items show Not Detected if no Serial ATA device is
installed in the system.
Type [Auto]
Selects the type of SATA drive. Setting to Auto allows automatic selection of the appropriate
SATA device type. Select CDROM if you are specically conguring a CD-ROM drive. Select
ARMD (ATAPI Removable Media Device) if your device is either a ZIP, LS-120, or MO drive.
Conguration options: [Not Installed] [Auto] [CDROM] [ARMD]
LBA/Large Mode [Auto]
Enables or disables the LBA mode. Setting to [Auto] enables the LBA mode if the device
supports this mode, and if the device was not previously formatted with LBA mode disabled.
Conguration options: [Disabled] [Auto]
Block (Multi-sector Transfer) M [Auto]
Enables or disables data multi-sectors transfers. When set to [Auto], the data transfer from
and to the device occurs multiple sectors at a time if the device supports multi-sector transfer
feature. When set to [Disabled], the data transfer from and to the device occurs one sector
at a time. Conguration options: [Disabled] [Auto]
PIO Mode [Auto]
Selects the PIO mode. Conguration options: [Auto] [0] [1] [2] [3] [4]
DMA Mode [Auto]
Selects the DMA mode. Conguration options: [Auto]
SMART Monitoring [Auto]
Sets the Smart Monitoring, Analysis, and Reporting Technology.
Conguration options: [Auto] [Disabled] [Enabled]
32Bit Data Transfer [Enabled]
Enables or disables 32-bit data transfer. Conguration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]
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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 eld
values can cause the system to malfunction.
CPU Conguration
JumperFree Conguration
Chipset
Onboard Devices Conguration
USB Conguration
PCIPnP
Congure CPU.
BIOS SETUP UTILITY
Main Advanced Power Boot Tools Exit
2.3.4 Storage Conguration
The items in this menu allow you to set or change the congurations for the SATA devices
installed in the system. Select an item then press <Enter> if you want to congure the item.
OnChip S-ATA Controller [Enabled]
Enables or disables the OnChip SATA controller. Conguration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]
SATA Mode Select [SATA Mode]
This item appears only when you set the OnChip SATA Controller item to [Enabled]. Allows
you to set the OnChip SATA mode. Conguration options: [SATA Mode] [RAID Mode] [AHCI
Mode]
Hard Disk Write Protect [Disabled]
Disables or enables device write protection. This will be effective only if device is accessed
through BIOS. Conguration option: [Disabled] [Enabled]
IDE Detect Time Out (Sec) [5]
Selects the time out value for detecting ATA/ATAPI devices.
Conguration options: [0] [5] [10] [15] [20] [25] [30] [35]
2.3.5 System Information
This menu gives you an overview of the general system specications. The BIOS
automatically detects the items in this menu.
BIOS Information
Displays the auto-detected BIOS information.
Processor
Displays the auto-detected CPU specication.
System Memory
Displays the auto-detected system memory.
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2.4.1 CPU Conguration
The items in this menu show the CPU-related information that the BIOS automatically
detects.
Max CPUID Value Limit [Disabled]
Allows you to determine whether to limit CPUID maximum value. Set this item to [Disabled]
for Windows XP operating system; set this item to [Enabled] for legacy operating system
such as Windows NT4.0. Conguration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]
CPU TM function [Enabled]
Enables or disables Intel® CPU Thermal Monitor (TM) function, a CPU overheating protection
function. When enabled, the CPU core frequency and voltage are reduced when the CPU
overheats. Conguration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]
Execute-Disable Bit Capability [Enabled]
Allows you to enable or disable the No-Execution Page Protection Technology. Setting this
item to [Disabled] forces the XD feature ag to always return to zero (0). Conguration
options: [Disabled] [Enabled]
Hyper Threading Technology [Enabled]
Allows you to enable or disable the Intel® Hyper Threading technology. Conguration options:
[Disabled] [Enabled]
2.4.2 JumperFree Conguration
The items in this menu allows you to adjust the system frequency/voltage.
System Clock Mode [Auto]
Allows you to select the system clock mode. Conguration options: [Auto] [Linked] [Unlinked]
[Proled]
iGPU OverClock Mode [Auto]
Allows selection of GPU overclocking options to achieve desired GPU frequency.
Conguration options: [Auto] [Manual]
iGPU OverClock [450]
Allows you to enter an integer value from 450MHz to 999MHz to overclock for GPU.
Conguration options: [Min.=450] [Max.=999]
Shader OverClock [1200]
Allows you to enter an integer value from 1200MHz to 2000MHz to overclock for
shader. Conguration options: [Min.=1200] [Max.=2000]
Memory Over Voltage [Auto]
Manually set memory voltage or set to Auto for safe mode. Press <+>/<-> keys to adjust
the value with an increment of 1.02000V. Conguration options: [Auto] [Min.=1.21000V]
[Max.=2.47000V]
The following two items appear only when you set the iGPU OverClock Mode item to
[Manual].
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The following items appear only when you set the Memory Timings item to [Manual].
tCL (CAS Latency) [Auto]
Conguration options: [Auto] [5] [6] [7] [8] [9] [10] [11]
tRCD [Auto]
Conguration options: [Auto] [1] [2] [3] [4] [5] [6] [7]
tRP [Auto]
Conguration options: [Auto] [1] [2] [3] [4] [5] [6] [7]
tRAS [Auto]
Conguration options: [Auto] [1] [2] [3] - [28] [29] [30] [31]
Command Per Clock (CMD) [Auto]
Conguration options: [Auto] [1T] [2T]
tRRD [Auto]
Conguration options: [Auto] [1] [2] [3] - [13] [14] [15]
tRC [Auto]
Conguration options: [Auto] [1] [2] [3] - [28] [29] [30] [31]
tWR [Auto]
Conguration options: [Auto] [2] [3] [4] [5] [6]
tWTR [Auto]
Conguration options: [Auto] [1] [2] [3] - [13] [14] [15]
Burst Length [Auto]
Conguration options: [Auto] [4]
Chipset Over Voltage [Auto]
Sets the chipset over voltage. Press <+>/<-> keys to adjust the value with an increment of
0.05000V. Conguration options: [Auto] [Min.=1.00000V] [Max.=1.10000V]
Vcore Over Voltage [Auto]
Sets the CPU Vcore over voltage. Press <+>/<-> keys to adjust the value with an increment
of 0.05000V. Conguration options: [Auto] [Min.=1.10000V] [Max.=1.20000V]
VTT CPU Voltage [Auto]
Manually sets FSB Termination Voltage or sets it to Auto for safe mode. Press <+>/<->
keys to adjust the value with an increment of 0.05000V. Conguration options: [Auto]
[Min.=1.10000V] [Max.=1.15000V]
Memory Timings [Auto]
Sets the memory timings. Conguration options: [Auto] [Manual]
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2.4.3 Chipset
The Chipset menu allows you to change the advanced chipset settings. Select an item then
press <Enter> to display the sub-menu.
MCP7A Conguration
Primary Graphics Adapter [PCIE VGA Card First]
Allows you to set the primary graphics adapter. Conguration options: [Internal VGA First]
[PCI VGA Card First]
iGPU and Ext-VGA Selection [Disable iGPU if External VGA Card Exist]
Allows you to select the internal or external VGA card to display.
Conguration options: [Disable iGPU if External VGA Card Exist] [Both Exist and iGPU by
Frame Buffer Detect]
iGPU Frame Buffer Detect [Auto]
Allows you to disable the iGPU frame buffer detect or set it to Auto for safe mode.
Conguration options: [Auto] [Disabled]
2.4.4 Onboard Devices Conguration
Serial Port1 Address [3F8/IRQ4]
Allows you to select the Serial Port1 base address.
Conguration options: [Disabled] [3F8/IRQ4] [2F8/IRQ3] [3E8/IRQ4] [2E8/IRQ3]
AZALIA AUDIO [Auto]
Allows you to set the Azalia audio.
Conguration options: [Auto] [Disabled]
Front Panel Select [HD Audio]
Allows you to select the front panel type. If High Denition Audio Front Panel used, please set
HD Audio mode. Conguration options: [AC97] [HD Audio]
Onboard Gigabit LAN [Enabled]
Allows you to enable or disable the onboard LAN controller.
Conguration options: [Enabled] [Disabled]
LAN Option ROM [Disabled]
Allows you to enable or disable the boot ROM in the onboard LAN controller. This item
appears only when the Onboard LAN item is set to Enabled. Conguration options:
[Disabled] [Enabled]
The following two items appear only on AT3IONT-I DELUXE motherboard.
Onboard Bluetooth [Enabled]
Allows you to enable or disable the onboard Bluetooth controller.
Conguration options: [Enabled] [Disabled]
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2.4.5 USB Conguration
The items in this menu allows you to change the USB-related features. Select an item then
press <Enter> to display the conguration options.
The Module Version and USB Devices Enabled items show the auto-detected values. If no
USB device is detected, the item shows None.
USB Functions [Enabled]
Allows you to disable or enable the USB functions.
Conguration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]
USB 2.0 Controller [Enabled]
Allows you to enable or disable USB 2.0 controller.
Conguration options: [Enabled] [Disabled]
Legacy USB Support [Auto]
Allows you to enable or disable support for Legacy USB storage devices, including USB ash
drives and USB hard drives. Setting to [Auto] allows the system to detect the presence of
USB devices at startup. If detected, the USB controller legacy mode is enabled. If no USB
device is detected, the legacy USB support is disabled.
Conguration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] [Auto]
USB 2.0 Controller Mode [HiSpeed]
Allows you to congure the USB 2.0 controller in HiSpeed (480Mbps) or Full Speed
(12Mbps). Conguration options: [FullSpeed] [HiSpeed]
The following items may only appear when a USB storage device is plugged.
USB Mass Storage Device Conguration
USB Mass Storage Reset Delay [20 Sec]
Allows you to set the maximum time that the BIOS waits for the USB storage device to
initialize. Conguration options: [10 Sec] [20 Sec] [30 Sec] [40 Sec]
Emulation Type [Auto]
Allows you to select the emulation type. Conguration options: [Auto] [Floppy] [Forced
FDD] [Hard Disk] [CDROM]
Onboard WLAN [Enabled]
Allows you to enable or disable the onboard WLAN function.
Conguration options: [Enabled] [Disabled]
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Take caution when changing the settings of the PCI PnP menu items. Incorrect eld values
can cause the system to malfunction.
Plug and Play O/S [No]
When set to [No], BIOS congures all the devices in the system. When set to [Yes] and if you
install a Plug and Play operating system, the operating system congures the Plug and Play
devices not required for boot. Conguration options: [No] [Yes]
2.5 Power menu
The Power menu items allow you to change the settings for the Advanced Power
Management (APM). Select an item then press <Enter> to display the conguration options.
2.4.6 PCI PnP
The PCI PnP menu items allow you to change the advanced settings for PCI/PnP devices.
The menu includes setting IRQ and DMA channel resources for either PCI/PnP or legacy ISA
devices, and setting the memory size block for legacy ISA devices.
Suspend Mode [Auto]
ACPI 2.0 Support [Disabled]
ACPI APIC Support [Enabled]
Control EuP [Disabled]
APM Conguration
Hardware Monitor
BIOS SETUP UTILITY
Main Advanced Power Boot Tools Exit
Select the ACPI state
used for System
Suspend.
2.5.1 Suspend Mode [Auto]
Allows you to select the Advanced Conguration and Power Interface (ACPI) state to be used
for system suspend. Conguration options: [S1 (POS) Only] [S3 Only] [Auto]
[S1(POS) Only] - Enables the system to enter the ACPI S1 (Power on Suspend) sleep
state. In S1 sleep state, the system appears suspended and stays in a low power
mode. The system can be resumed at any time.
[S3 Only] - Enables the system to enter the ACPI S3 (Suspend to RAM) sleep state
(default). In S3 sleep state, the system appears to be off and consumes less power
than in the S1 state. When signaled by a wake-up device or event, the system resumes
to its working state exactly where it was left off.
[Auto] - Detected by OS.
2.5.2 ACPI 2.0 Support [Disabled]
Allows you to add more tables for Advanced Conguration and Power Interface (ACPI) 2.0
specications. Conguration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]
2.5.3 ACPI APIC Support [Enabled]
Allows you to enable or disable the Advanced Conguration and Power Interface (ACPI)
support in the Application-Specic Integrated Circuit (ASIC). When set to Enabled, the ACPI
APIC table pointer is included in the RSDT pointer list.
Conguration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]
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2.5.4 Control EuP [Disabled]
Enables or disables the Energy Using Products (EuP) Ready function. When set to [Enabled],
power for WOL, WO_USB, audio and onboard LEDs will be switched off at S5 state.
Conguration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]
2.5.5 APM Conguration
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. Conguration options: [Power Off] [Power On] [Last State]
Power On By PCI(E) Device [Disabled]
Allows you to enable or disable PME to generate a wake event. This feature requires an ATX
power supply that provides at least 1A on the +5VSB lead. Conguration options: [Disabled]
[Enabled]
Power On By PS/2 Keyboard [Disabled]
Allows you to use specic keys on the keyboard to turn on the system. This feature requires
an ATX power supply that provides at least 1A on the +5VSB lead. Conguration options:
[Disabled] [Space Bar] [Power Key] [Ctrl-Esc]
Power On By PS/2 Mouse [Disabled]
When set to [Enabled], this parameter allows you to use the PS/2 mouse to turn on the
system. This feature requires an ATX power supply that provides at least 1A on the +5VSB
lead. Conguration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]
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 RTC Alarm Date, RTC Alarm Hour, RTC Alarm Minute, and RTC Alarm
Second appear with set values. Conguration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]
2.5.6 Hardware Monitor
CPU/MB Temperature [xxxºC/xxxºF] or [Ignored]
The onboard hardware monitor automatically detects and displays the CPU/MB temperature.
Select Ignored if you do not wish to display the detected temperatures.
CPU/Chassis/Power Fan Speed [xxxxRPM] or [Ignored]
The onboard hardware monitor automatically detects and displays the CPU/chassis/power
fan speeds in rotations per minute (RPM). If the fan is not connected to the motherboard, the
eld shows N/A. Select Ignored if you do not wish to display the detected speed.
VCORE Voltage, 3.3V Voltage, 5V Voltage, 12V Voltage [xxxV] or [Ignored]
The onboard hardware monitor automatically detects the voltage output through the onboard
voltage regulators.
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CPU Q-Fan Function [Disabled]
Allows you to enable or disable the CPU Q-Fan function. Conguration options: [Disabled]
[Enabled]
Chassis Q-Fan Function [Disabled]
Allows you to enable or disable the Chassis Q-Fan function. Conguration options: [Disabled]
[Enabled]
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.
2.6.1 Boot Device Priority
1st ~ xxth Boot Device
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. Conguration options: [Removable Dev.] [Hard Drive]
[ATAPI CD-ROM] [Disabled]
Boot Settings
Boot Device Priority
Boot Settings Conguration
Security
Species the Boot
Device Priority
sequence.
A virtual oppy disk
drive (Floppy Drive B:)
may appear when you set
the CD-ROM drive as the
rst boot device.
BIOS SETUP UTILITY
Main Advanced Power Boot Tools Exit
• To select the boot device during system startup, press <F8> when ASUS Logo appears.
• To access Windows® OS in Safe Mode, do any of the following:
• Press <F5> when ASUS Logo appears.
• Press <F8> after POST.
2.6.2 Boot Settings Conguration
Quick Boot [Enabled]
Enabling this item allows the BIOS to skip some power on self tests (POST) while booting to
decrease the time needed to boot the system. When set to [Disabled], BIOS performs all the
POST items. Conguration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]
Full Screen Logo [Enabled]
This allows you to enable or disable the full screen logo display feature. Conguration
options: [Disabled] [Enabled]
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Set this item to [Enabled] to use the ASUS MyLogo2™ feature.
AddOn ROM Display Mode [Force BIOS]
Sets the display mode for option ROM. Conguration options: [Force BIOS] [Keep Current]
Bootup Num-Lock [On]
Allows you to select the power-on state for the NumLock. Conguration options: [Off] [On]
Wait For ‘F1’ If Error [Enabled]
When set to Enabled, the system waits for the F1 key to be pressed when error occurs.
Conguration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]
Hit ‘DEL’ Message Display [Enabled]
When set to [Enabled], the system displays the message Press DEL to run Setup during
POST. Conguration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]
2.6.3 Security
The Security menu items allow you to change the system security settings. Select an item
then press <Enter> to display the conguration options.
Change Supervisor Password
Select this item to set or change the supervisor password. The Supervisor Password item
on top of the screen shows the default Not Installed. After you set a password, this item
shows Installed.
To set a Supervisor Password:
1. Select the Change Supervisor Password item and press <Enter>.
2. In the password box, key in a password containing up to six letters or numbers, or
both, then press <Enter>.
3. Conrm the password when prompted.
The message Password Installed appears after you successfully set your password.
To change the supervisor password, follow the same steps in setting a supervisor password.
To clear the supervisor password, select the Change Supervisor Password then press
<Enter> twice. The message Password uninstalled appears.
If you forget your BIOS password, you can clear it by erasing the CMOS Real Time Clock
(RTC) RAM. See section 1.6 Jumpers for information on how to erase the RTC RAM.
After you have set a supervisor password, the other items appear to allow you to change
other security settings.
User Access Level [Full Access]
This item allows you to select the access restriction to the Setup items.
Conguration options: [No Access] [View Only] [Limited] [Full Access]
[No Access] - prevents user access to the Setup utility.
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[View Only] - allows access but does not allow change to any eld.
[Limited] - allows changes only to selected elds, such as Date and Time.
[Full Access] - allows viewing and changing all the elds in the Setup utility.
Change User Password
Select this item to set or change the user password. The User Password item on top of the
screen shows the default Not Installed. After you set a password, this item shows Installed.
To set a User Password:
1. Select the Change User Password item and press <Enter>.
2. In the password box, key in a password containing up to six letters or numbers, or
both, then press <Enter>.
3. Conrm the password when prompted.
The message Password Installed appears after you set your password successfully.
To change the user password, follow the same steps in setting a user password.
Clear User Password
Select this item to clear the user password.
Password Check [Setup]
When set to [Setup], BIOS checks for user password when accessing the Setup utility. When
set to [Always], BIOS checks for user password both when accessing Setup and booting the
system. Conguration options: [Setup] [Always]
ASUS EZ Flash 2
Express Gate [Auto]
Enter OS Timer [10 Seconds]
Reset User Data [No]
AI NET2
Press ENTER to run the
utility to select and
update BIOS.
This utility supports
1.FAT 12/16/32(r/w)
2.NTFS(read only)
3.CD-DISC(read only)
BIOS SETUP UTILITY
Main Advanced Power Boot Tools Exit
2.7 Tools menu
The Tools menu items allow you to congure options for special functions. Select an item
then press <Enter> to display the sub-menu.
2.7.1 ASUS EZ Flash 2
Allows you to run ASUS EZ Flash 2. When you press <Enter>, a conrmation message
appears. Use the left/right arrow key to select between [Yes] or [No], then press <Enter> to
conrm your choice. See section 2.1.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 for details.
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2.8 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.
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 system setup
after saving the
changes.
F10 key can be used
for this operation.
Exit Options
Exit & Save Changes
Exit & Discard Changes
Discard Changes
Load Setup Defaults
BIOS SETUP UTILITY
Main Advanced Power Boot Tools Exit
Exit system setup
after saving the
changes.
F10 key can be used
for this operation.
2.7.2 Express Gate [Auto]
Allows you to enable or disable the ASUS Express Gate feature. ASUS Express Gate is
a unique instant-on environment that provides quick access to the Internet and Skype.
Conguration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] [Auto]
Enter OS Timer [10 Seconds]
Sets countdown duration that the system waits at the Express Gate’s rst screen
before starting Windows or other installed OS. Choose [Prompt User] to stay at the
rst screen of Express Gate for user action. Conguration options: [Prompt User]
[1 second] [3 seconds] [5 seconds] [10 seconds] [15 seconds] [20 seconds]
[30 seconds]
Reset User Data [No]
Allows you to clear Express Gate’s user data. Conguration options: [No] [Reset]
When setting this item to [Reset], ensure to save the setting to the BIOS so that the
user data will be cleared the next time you enter the Express Gate. User data includes
the Express Gate’s settings as well as any personal information stored by the web
browser (bookmarks, cookies, browsing history, etc.). This is useful in the rare case
where corrupt settings prevent the Express Gate environment from launching properly.
The rst time wizard will run again when you enter the Express Gate environment after
clearing its settings.
2.7.3 AI NET 2
Check Realtek LAN cable [Disabled]
Enables or disables checking of the Realtek LAN cable during the Power-On Self-Test
(POST). Conguration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]
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