ASUS E1469 DIGIMATRIX AB User Manual

DiGiMatrix

Digital Entertainment PC AB-V10

User Guide

E1469 Revised Edition V3

November 2003

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Table of contents

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

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

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

System package contents ...............................................................x

Chapter 1: System Introduction

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

1.2 Front panel (external) ......................................................... 1-2

1.3 Front panel (internal) .......................................................... 1-4

1.4 Rear panel.......................................................................... 1-6

1.5 Internal components........................................................... 1-7

1.6 LED panel........................................................................... 1-8

Chapter 2: Basic Installation

2.1 Preparation......................................................................... 2-2

2.2 Before you proceed ............................................................ 2-2

2.3 Removing the top cover ..................................................... 2-3

2.4 Installing a hard disk drive.................................................. 2-4

2.5 Installing a CPU.................................................................. 2-6

2.6 Installing a DIMM................................................................ 2-9

2.7 Replacing the top cover.................................................... 2-10

2.8 Connecting cables.............................................................2-11

2.8.1 Power adapter and cable ....................................2-11

2.8.2 Radio antenna.................................................... 2-12

2.8.3 Audio/Video cable .............................................. 2-12

2.8.4 Video out cable .................................................. 2-12

2.8.5 HDTV cable........................................................ 2-13

2.8.6 Audio out cable .................................................. 2-13

2.9 Connecting external devices ............................................ 2-14

Chapter 3: Starting up

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

3.2 Powering up ....................................................................... 3-2

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3.3 Support CD information...................................................... 3-2

3.3.1 Running the support CD....................................... 3-3

3.3.2 Drivers menu........................................................ 3-3

3.3.3 Utilities menu........................................................ 3-5

3.3.4 ASUS contact information .................................... 3-6

3.3.5 Other information ................................................. 3-6

3.4 Software information .......................................................... 3-7

3.4.1 ASUS Update....................................................... 3-7

3.4.2 ASUS PC Probe................................................... 3-9

3.4.3 Multi-channel audio feature................................ 3-13

3.4.4 Music Wizard...................................................... 3-16

3.5 Audio DJ........................................................................... 3-19

3.5.1 Selecting an audio source.................................. 3-20

3.5.2 Playing MP3 files from the hard disk drive ......... 3-20

3.5.3 Playing an audio CD/DVD.................................. 3-20

3.5.4 Tuning into an FM radio station.......................... 3-21

3.5.5 Presetting a station ............................................ 3-21

3.5.6 Adjusting the volume.......................................... 3-21

3.6 ASUS Home Theater........................................................ 3-22

3.6.1 Installing ASUS Home Theater .......................... 3-22

3.6.2 Using ASUS Home Theater ............................... 3-24

5.6.3 Entertainment modes ......................................... 3-26

3.7 ASUS Wireless LAN adapter............................................ 3-35

3.7.1 Installing the WLAN Card utilities and driver...... 3-36

3.7.2 Setting the Windows® XP wireless options ....... 3-36

3.7.3 Other support CD options .................................. 3-36

3.7.4 Setup Wizard...................................................... 3-37

3.7.5 The Control Center utility ................................... 3-50

3.7.6 Configuring the wireless LAN adapter by

Wireless Settings utility ...................................... 3-60

Chapter 4: Motherboard Information

4.1 Introduction......................................................................... 4-2

4.2 Motherboard components .................................................. 4-2

4.3 Motherboard layout ............................................................ 4-5

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4.4 Central Processing Unit (CPU)........................................... 4-6

4.5 System memory ................................................................. 4-7

4.6 Jumper ............................................................................... 4-8

4.7 Connectors ......................................................................... 4-9

Chapter 5: BIOS information

5.1 Managing and updating your BIOS .................................... 5-2

5.2 BIOS Setup program .......................................................... 5-4

5.2.1 BIOS menu bar .................................................... 5-5

5.2.2 Legend bar ........................................................... 5-5

5.3 Main menu.......................................................................... 5-7

5.3.1 Primary and Secondary Master/Slave.................. 5-9

5.3.2 Keyboard Features............................................. 5-13

5.4 Advanced menu ............................................................... 5-14

5.4.1 Chip Configuration ............................................. 5-16

5.4.2 PCI Configuration............................................... 5-17

5.5 Power menu ..................................................................... 5-21

5.5.1 Power Up Control............................................... 5-23

5.5.2 Hardware Monitor............................................... 5-24

5.6 Boot menu ........................................................................ 5-25

5.7 Exit menu ......................................................................... 5-27

Appendix

A.1 Subsystem..........................................................................A-2

A.1.1 Front and rear panel features...............................A-2

A.1.2 Removing the top cover .......................................A-3

A.1.3 Installing a hard disk drive....................................A-3

A.1.4 Connecting the Subsystem to DiGiMatrix ............A-4

A.2 DiGiMatrix remote controller...............................................A-5

A.2.1 Specifications .......................................................A-5

A.2.2 Remote control layout .......................................... A-5

A.2.3 Remote control functions in Audio DJ .................. A-6

A.2.4 Remote control functions in Home Theater..........A-7

A.3 Optical drive technical specifications..................................A-9

A.4 Wireless LAN adapter channels ....................................... A-10

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Notices

Federal Communications Commission Statement

This device complies with FCC Rules Part 15. 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.

WARNING!

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 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.

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Safety information

Electrical safety

• To prevent electrical shock hazard, disconnect the power cable from the electrical outlet before relocating the system.

• When adding or removing devices to or from the system, ensure that the power cables for the devices are unplugged before the signal cables are connected.

• If the power supply is broken, do not try to fix it by yourself. Contact a qualified service technician or your retailer.

Operation safety

• Before installing devices into the system, carefully read all the documentation that came with the package.

• Before using the product, make sure all cables are correctly connected and the power cables are not damaged. If you detect any damage, contact your dealer immediately.

• To avoid short circuits, keep paper clips, screws, and staples away from connectors, slots, sockets and circuitry.

• Avoid dust, humidity, and temperature extremes. Do not place the product in any area where it may become wet. Place the product on a stable surface.

• If you encounter technical problems with the product, contact a qualified service technician or your retailer.

Lithium-Ion Battery Warning

CAUTION: Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced.

Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer. Dispose of used batteries according to the manufacturerís instructions.

VORSICHT: Explosionsgetahr bei unsachgemäßen Austausch der Batterie. Ersatz nur durch denselben oder einem vom Hersteller empfohlenem ähnljchen Typ. Entsorgung gebrauchter Batterien nach Angaben des Herstellers.

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About this guide

Audience

This guide provides general information and installation instructions about the ASUS DiGiMatrix. This guide is intended for experienced users and integrators with hardware knowledge of personal computers.

How this guide is organized

This guide contains the following chapters:

1. Chapter 1: System Introduction

This chapter gives a general description of the ASUS DiGiMatrix. The chapter lists the system features including introduction on the front and rear panel, and internal components.

2. Chapter 2: Basic Installation

This chapter provides step-by-step instructions on how to install components in the ASUS DiGiMatrix system.

3. Chapter 3: Starting up

This chapter helps you power up the system and install drivers and utilities from the support CD.

4. Chapter 4: Motherboard Information

This chapter gives information about the P4SQ motherboard that came with the system. This chapter includes the motherboard layout, jumper settings, and connector locations.

5. Chapter 5: BIOS information

This chapter tells how to change system settings through the BIOS Setup menus and describes the BIOS parameters.

6. Appendix

The Appendix provides information on the DiGiMatrix Subsystem, remote controller, optical drive technical specifications, and IEEE

802.11b channels for the wireless LAN adapter.

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Conventions used in this guide

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.

IMPORTANT: Information that you MUST follow to complete a task. NOTE: Tips and additional information to aid in completing a task.

Where to find more information

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

1. ASUS websites

The ASUS websites worldwide provide 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 flyers, that may have been added by your dealer. These documents are not part of the standard package.

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System package contents

Check your ASUS DiGiMatrix package for the following items.

1. ASUS DiGiMatrix Digital Entertainment System with

• ASUS P4SQ motherboard

• DVD-ROM/CD-RW/DVD-RW drive

• 7-in-1 storage card reader

2. Cables

• Universal power adapter and cable (100V-240V)

• HDTV cable

• Audio/video cable

• Video out cable

• Audio out cable

3. Accessories

• Radio antenna

• Remote controller

4. DiGiMatrix support CD

5. User Guide

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

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Chapter 1

This chapter gives a general description of the ASUS DiGiMatrix. The chapter lists the system features including introduction on the front and rear panel, and internal components.

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System Introduction

1.1 Welcome!

Thank you for choosing the ASUS DiGiMatrix! The ASUS DiGiMatrix is a smart personal computer and a versatile home

entertainment system in one. Powered by the ASUS P4SQ motherboard, DiGiMatrix delivers the cutting edge technology for your computing and multimedia entertainment needs. DiGiMatrix comes with a slim optical drive, TV and FM tuner, 4-slot card reader, wireless LAN adapter, and 6-channel digital audio in a compact and stylish casing.

DiGiMatrix supports the latest Intel

Pentium® 4/Celeron processor with up to 2.4GHz core frequencies and up to 2GB of system memory. Providing the best connectivity for external devices and peripherals are eight (8) USB 2.0 ports, fast Ethernet and Gigabit LAN ports, IEEE 1394 port, and S/PDIF interface. The DiGiMatrix includes an IEEE 802.11b compliant wireless network adapter to support your wireless networking needs.

The DiGiMatrix features the most silent multimedia system to give you pure acoustic enjoyment. With the ASUS DiGiMatrix, you don’t need anything else!

1.2 Front panel (external)

The DiGiMatrix front panel includes the system and audio control buttons, system LEDs, and LED panel.

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1. Power LED. When lit, this LED indicates that the system is ON.

2. HDD LED. This LED lights up when data is being read from or written

to the hard disk drive.

3. Card LED. This LED lights up when data is being read from or written

to a storage card inserted in any of the card reader slots.

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4. LED panel. The LED panel displays the audio medium (HD/CD/FM),

radio frequency, player status ( / ), real time clock, track number and time, and CPU temperature. See page 1-8 for details.

5. System power button. Press this button to turn the system on and enter the DiGiMatrix operating system.

6. System volume dial. Turn this dial clockwise to increase the system volume or counterclockwise to decrease the system volume. In Audio DJ mode, press the system volume dial to mute sound.

7. Remote sensor. This sensor receives signals from the DiGiMatrix remote controller. See page A-5 for details on the remote controller.

8. Audio DJ power button. Press this button to turn on the DiGiMatrix Audio DJ. The Audio DJ feature allows you to play CD/DVD audio tracks and MP3 files on your hard disk drive, or tune into an FM radio station without entering the DiGiMatrix operating system. See page 3-19 for details.

The following front panel buttons are activated only when DiGiMatrix is in

Audio DJ mode.

9. PLAY/PAUSE button. Press this button to perform various functions in

different modes. In CD mode, plays the first track of the audio CD/DVD in the optical

drive. When playing an audio track, pauses the track being played. In Hard Disk (HD) mode, plays the first MP3 file of a selected playlist.

When playing an audio track/file, pauses the track/file being played. In Radio mode, scans the available FM stations.

10. STOP button. Press this button to perform various functions in different modes.

In CD/HD mode, (pressed once) stops the audio track/file being played, or (pressed twice) sets the Audio DJ in Playlist mode.

In Radio mode, sets the Audio DJ in Playlist mode.

11. PREVIOUS button. Press this button to perform various functions in different modes.

In CD/HD mode, selects the previous audio track/file. In Radio mode, selects the previous preset station. In Playlist mode, selects the previous available audio source.

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12. NEXT button. Press this button to perform various functions in

different modes. In CD/HD mode, selects the next audio track/file. In Radio mode, selects the next preset station. In Playlist mode, selects the next available audio source.

1.3 Front panel (internal)

The optical drive, storage card slots, and several I/O ports are located inside the front panel door.

Flip down the front panel door to open. Refer to the illustration on the right.

You can not close the front panel door if a flash memory card is inserted into any of the card slots.

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13. CompactFlash

/Microdrive™ card slot. This slot is for a

CompactFlash®/Microdrive™ storage card.

14. Memory Stick

/Memory Stick Pro™ card slot. This slot is for a

Memory Stick®/Memory Stick Pro™ storage card.

15. Optical drive. This is a slim DVD-ROM/CD-RW/DVD-RW drive.

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16. Drive activity LED. This LED lights up when you place a disc on the

drive tray, and turns off when you remove the disc. The LED flashes when data is being read from or written to the disc.

17. STOP/EJECT button. Press this button to eject the disc loading tray.

18. Emergency eject pinhole. The emergency eject pinhole allows you

to manually eject a disc when the STOP button does not work due to power failure or software problems. Insert the emergency eject pin or a paper clip into this hole to manually eject the tray and the disc.

19. SmartMedia

card slot. This slot is for a SmartMedia® storage card.

20. Secure Digital™/MultimediaCard slot. This slot is for a Secure

Digital™/MultimediaCard storage card.

21. Optical S/PDIF port. This port connects your audio system for

5.1-channel surround sound and enhanced 3D audio.

22. 4-pin IEEE 1394 port. This port provides high-speed connectivity for IEEE 1394-compliant audio/video devices, storage peripherals, and other PC devices.

23. 6-pin IEEE 1394 port. This port provides high-speed connectivity for IEEE 1394-compliant audio/video devices, storage peripherals, and other PC devices.

24. Headphone port. This port connects a headphone with a stereo mini-plug.

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

26. USB 2.0 ports. These Universal Serial Bus 2.0 (USB 2.0) ports are

available for connecting USB 2.0 devices such as a mouse, printer, scanner, camera, PDA, and others.

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1.4 Rear panel

The DiGiMatrix rear panel includes the power socket and several I/O ports that allow convenient connection of devices.

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1. Radio antenna port. This port connects the FM antenna.

2. Line In port. This Line In (light blue) port connects a tape player or

other audio sources. In 6-channel mode, the function of this port becomes Low Frequency Enhanced Output/Center.

3. Line Out port. This Line Out (lime) port connects a headphone or a speaker. In 4/6-channel mode, the function of this port becomes Front Speaker Out.

4. Microphone port. This Microphone (pink) port connects a microphone. In 4/6-channel mode, the function of this port becomes Surround Speaker.

5. Cable TV connector. This connects a cable TV twist-on connector.

6. Video In port. This port connects a video casette recorder.

7. Ethernet LAN port. This port allows connection to a Local Area

Network (LAN) through a network hub.

8. Gigabit LAN port. This port allows high speed connection to the Internet via a DSL or cable modem.

9. PS/2 mouse port. This green 6-pin connector is for a PS/2 mouse.

10. Secondary IDE connector. This interface connects the optional

DiGiMatrix subsystem. See page A-2 for details on the DiGiMatrix subsystem.

11. DC IN socket. This socket connects the power adapter and plug.

12. DC OUT socket. This socket connects the DC power cable that

supplies power to the optional DiGiMatrix Subsystem. See page A-4 for details.

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13. VGA port. This port connects a VGA monitor.

14. DVI port. This port connects a DVI-enabled flat screen or LCD

monitor using a DVI cable.

15. HDTV/TV port. This port connects a high-definition television (HDTV) or a regular TV set using the supplied HDTV, audio/video, or video out cable.

16. USB 2.0 ports. These Universal Serial Bus 2.0 (USB 2.0) ports are available for connecting USB 2.0 devices such as a mouse, printer, scanner, camera, PDA, and others.

17. PS/2 keyboard port. This purple 6-pin connector is for a PS/2 keyboard.

1.5 Internal components

The illustration below is the internal view of the system when you remove the top cover. The installed components are labeled for your reference. Proceed to Chapter 2 for instructions on installing other system components.

1. Standby power LED

2. HDD power plug (to HDD power connector)

3. IDE cable (to HDD connector)

4. Chassis fan

5. CPU fan

6. DIMM sockets

7. HDD metal tray

8. Optical drive shield

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1.6 LED panel

The DiGiMatrix LED panel displays different system information depending on the system mode.

Time - The LED panel displays the system time in 24-hour format when DiGiMatrix is in soft-off or stand-by mode, S3 (Suspend-to-RAM), or S4 (Suspend-to-Disk) state. Enter the BIOS setup or the DiGiMatrix operating system to adjust the time.

CPU Temperature - The LED panel displays the CPU temperature in degree Celsius when DiGiMatrix is in Windows

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The LED panel displays the playlist number when Audio DJ is set to HD mode. In play status, the LED panel displays the play icon, track number, and track duration.

In DVD/CD mode, the LED panel displays the audio mode. In play status, the LED panel displays the play icon, track number and track duration.

The LED panel displays the station preset number and station frequency when Audio DJ is in radio mode.

HD mode, standby/stopped status

HD CD

HD mode, play/paused status

HD CD

DVD/CD mode, standby/stopped status

HD CD FM

DVD/CD mode, play/paused status

HD CD FM

FM radio mode

HD CD

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Refer to page 3-21 on how to preset a radio station.

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Chapter 2

This chapter provides step-by-step instructions on how to install components in the ASUS DiGiMatrix system.

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2.1 Preparation

Before you proceed, make sure that you have all the components that you plan to install in the DiGiMatrix system.

Basic components to install

1. Hard disk drive (HDD)

2. Central processing unit (CPU)

3. DDR Dual Inline Memory Module (DIMM)

Tool

Phillips (cross) screw driver

2.2 Before you proceed

Take note of the following precautions before you install components into the DiGiMatrix system.

1. 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.

2. Hold components by the edges to avoid touching the ICs on them.

3. Whenever you uninstall any component, place it on a grounded antistatic pad or in the bag that came with the component.

The motherboard comes with an onboard standby power LED. When lit, this LED indicates that the system is ON, in sleep mode or in soft-off mode, and not powered OFF. Unplug the power cable from the power outlet and make sure that the standby power LED is OFF before installing any system component.

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2.3 Removing the top cover

To remove the top cover:

1. On the rear panel, locate the two screws that secure the top cover to the chassis.

2. Use a Phillips (cross) screw driver to remove the top cover screws. Keep the screws for later use.

3. Pull the top cover slightly toward the rear panel until the side tabs are disengaged from the chassis.

4. Hold the center edge of the top cover, then lift it up from the chassis. Set the top cover aside.

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2.4 Installing a hard disk drive

The DiGiMatrix system supports one UltraATA133 IDE hard disk drive (HDD).

To install a hard disk drive:

1. Remove the two metal cover screws. Keep the screws for later use.

2. Use the hand slot to slide the metal cover toward the rear panel. Lift the metal cover after the side hooks are disengaged from the HDD tray rail and optical drive shield.

Side hooks

Hand slot

Set your hard disk drive as Master device before connecting the IDE cable and power plug. Refer to the HDD documentation on how to set the drive as a Master device.

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3. Connect the 40-pin IDE cable to the IDE connector on the drive.

4. Connect the 4-pin power plug to the HDD power connector.

5. Place the drive on the tray. Insert the tray metal tacks into the drive screw holes (two at the side and two at the bottom).

Insert the side metal tacks before inserting the bottom metal tacks.

6. Secure the drive with two side screws.

Metal tacks

(To side of the drive)

Metal tacks (To bottom of the drive)

7. Replace the metal cover by aligning its side hooks with the tray rail and optical drive shield. Slide the metal cover toward the front panel until it fits in place.

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8. Secure the metal cover with screws that you removed earlier.

2.5 Installing a CPU

The P4SQ motherboard comes with a surface mount 478-pin Zero Insertion Force (ZIF) socket. This socket is specifically designed for Intel® Pentium® 4/Celeron processor.

To install a CPU:

1. Loosen the CPU fan screws.

2. Disconnect the CPU fan cable from the CPU fan connector on the motherboard.

3. Lift the CPU fan.

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4. Remove the chassis fan and heatsink assembly bracket screw on the rear panel.

5. Disconnect the chassis fan cable from the chassis fan connector.

6. Move the chassis fan and heatsink assembly slightly toward the direction of the front panel until it is disengaged from the chassis. Lift the chassis fan and heatsink assembly.

7. Locate the 478-pin CPU socket

on the motherboard. Unlock the socket by pressing the lever sideways then lifting it up to a

90° angle.

8. Position the CPU above the

socket such that its marked corner (gold mark) matches the base of the socket lever.

9. Carefully insert the CPU to the socket until it fits in place.

10. 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.

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!

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11. Reinstall the chassis fan and heatsink assembly. Align the bracket screw hole with the rear panel screw hole.

12. Secure the chassis fan and heatsink assembly with the screw you

removed earlier.

13. Connect the chassis fan cable to the chassis fan connector . Refer to page 4-11 for the location of the chassis fan connector.

14. Reinstall the CPU fan over the CPU heatsink. Fasten the CPU fan screws to the motherboard.

15. Connect the CPU fan cable to the CPU fan connector. Refer to page 4-11 for the location of the CPU fan connector on the P4SQ motherboard.

Do not overtighten the CPU fan screws! Doing so may damage the motherboard.

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2.6 Installing a DIMM

The motherboard comes with two Double Data Rate (DDR) Dual Inline Memory Module (DIMM) sockets. These sockets support up to 2GB system memory using unbuffered non-ECC PC2700/2100/1600 DIMMs.

Follow these steps to install a DDR DIMM.

1. Locate the two DIMM sockets on the motherboard.

2. Unlock a socket by pressing the retaining clips outward.

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

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

A DDR DIMM is keyed with a notch so that it fits in only one direction. DO NOT force a DIMM into a socket to avoid damaging the DIMM.

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2.7 Replacing the top cover

After installing the components, follow these instructions to replace the top cover.

1. Position the front edge of the top cover at least two inches from the front panel cover. Fit the top cover tabs with the chassis rail and the front panel cover tabs.

2. Lower the rear edge of the top cover as shown.

Tabs

3. Push the top cover slightly toward the front panel until it fits in place.

4. Secure the top cover with two screws that you removed earlier.

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2.8 Connecting cables

The DiGiMatrix package includes a universal power adapter (100V - 240V) and various other cables to connect devices such as television, video recorder, and audio system. The following sections describe how to connect these cables.

2.8.1 Power adapter and cable

The power adapter and cable lets you to use your DiGiMatrix anywhere you are regardless of the power voltage in your area.

To connect the power adapter and power cable:

1. Connect the power cable (female plug) to the power adapter.

2. Connect the other end of the power cable (male plug) to a power outlet.

3. Check the power adapter LED. The LED lights up to indicate that the power from the source is within the operating range.

4. Connect the DC IN power plug to the DiGiMatrix DC IN socket.

DC IN power

plug

Power LED

Use an outlet adapter if the power plug does not fit the power outlet in your area.

Power adapter

Power cable

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2.8.2 Radio antenna

Connect the radio antenna plug to the DiGiMatrix antenna port.

Place the radio antenna at an elevated location to achieve better reception.

2.8.3 Audio/Video cable

This cable connects a video casette recorder (VCR). To connect the Audio/Video cable:

1. Connect the Audio/Video cable plug to the S-Video port.

2. Connect the Audio/Video cable S-Video output plug to the S-Video port of your video casette recorder. Connect the Audio/Video audio output plugs to the audio input ports of your video cassette recorder.

Radio antenna

VCR

2.8.4 Video out cable

The video out cable connects a television set with an S-Video feature. Insert one end of the video out cable to the HDTV port. Connect the other end to the S-Video port on your TV.

TV with S-Video

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