ASUS E1661 User Manual

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Barebone System

Vintage-S800

User Guide

E1661

First Edition V1 June 2004

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Table of contents

Notices ........................................................................................... 6

Safety information .......................................................................... 7

About this guide .............................................................................. 8

System package contents ............................................................ 10

Chapter 1:System Introduction

1.1 Welcome! ............................................................................ 12

1.2 Front panel .......................................................................... 12

1.3 Rear panel ........................................................................... 14

1.4 Internal components ............................................................ 16

Chapter 2: Basic Installation

2.1 Preparation .......................................................................... 18

2.2 Before you proceed ............................................................. 18

2.3 Removing the side plate and front cover ............................. 19

2.4 Central Processing Unit (CPU) ............................................ 21

2.4.1 Overview ............................................................... 21

2.4.2 Installing the CPU ................................................. 22

2.5 Installing the fan and heatsink assembly ............................. 23

2.6 Installing system memory .................................................... 26

2.6.1 Memory configurations .......................................... 26

2.6.2 DIMM installation ................................................... 27

2.7 Installing an expansion card ................................................ 28

2.7.1 Expansion slots ..................................................... 28

2.7.2 Expansion card installation ................................... 29

2.7.3 Configuring an expansion card ............................. 29

2.7.4 Standard interrupt assignments ............................ 30

2.7.5 IRQ assignments for this motherboard ................. 30

2.8 Installing a CD-ROM drive ................................................... 31

2.9 Installing a hard disk drive ................................................... 33

2.10 Re-connecting cables .......................................................... 35

2.11 Replacing the side plate and front cover ............................. 36

2.12 Connecting External Devices .............................................. 38

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Chapter 3: Starting up

3.1 Installing an operating system ............................................. 40

3.2 Support CD information ....................................................... 40

3.2.1 Running the support CD ........................................ 40

3.2.2 Drivers menu ......................................................... 41

3.2.3 Utilities menu ......................................................... 41

3.2.4 ASUS contact information ..................................... 42

Chapter 4: Motherboard Info

4.1 Introduction.......................................................................... 44

4.2 Motherboard layout ............................................................. 44

4.3 Jumpers............................................................................... 45

4.4 Connectors .......................................................................... 48

Chapter 5: BIOS Information

5.1 Managing and updating your BIOS ..................................... 58

5.1.1 Creating a bootable floppy disk ............................. 58

5.1.2 Using AFUDOS to copy the current BIOS ............. 59

5.1.3 Using AFUDOS to update the BIOS...................... 60

5.1.4 Using ASUS EZ Flash to update the BIOS ........... 61

5.2 BIOS Setup program ........................................................... 63

5.2.1 BIOS menu screen ................................................ 64

5.2.2 Menu bar ............................................................... 64

5.2.3 Navigation keys ..................................................... 64

5.2.4 Menu items ............................................................ 65

5.2.5 Sub-menu items .................................................... 65

5.2.6 Configuration fields ............................................... 65

5.2.7 Pop-up window ...................................................... 65

5.2.8 Scroll bar ............................................................... 65

5.2.9 General help .......................................................... 65

5.3 Main menu ........................................................................... 66

5.3.1 System Time ......................................................... 66

5.3.2 System Date .......................................................... 66

5.3.3 Legacy Diskette A.................................................. 66

5.3.4 Primary/Secondary IDE Master/Slave ................... 67

5.3.5 System Information ............................................... 68

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5.4 Advanced menu .................................................................. 69

5.4.1 JumperFree Configuration .................................... 69

5.4.2 CPU Configuration ................................................ 70

5.4.3 Chipset .................................................................. 71

5.4.4 Onboard Devices Configuration ............................ 73

5.4.5 PCI PnP ................................................................ 74

5.4.6 USB Configuration ................................................ 75

5.5 Power menu ........................................................................ 76

5.5.1 ACPI AWARE O/S ................................................. 76

5.5.2 Suspend Mode ...................................................... 76

5.5.3 Repost Video on S3 Resume ................................ 76

5.5.4 ACPI APIC Support ............................................... 77

5.5.5 APM Configuration ................................................ 77

5.5.6 Hardware Monitor .................................................. 79

5.6 Boot menu ........................................................................... 80

5.6.1 Boot Device Priority ............................................... 80

5.6.2 Boot Settings Configuration .................................. 81

5.6.3 Security ................................................................. 82

5.7 Exit menu ............................................................................ 84

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.

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.

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.

LASER PRODUCT WARNING

CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT

About this guide

Audience

This guide provides general information and installation instructions about the ASUS Terminator 1 barebone system. 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 parts:

1. Chapter 1: System introduction

This chapter gives a general description of the ASUS Terminator 1. 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 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 motherboard that comes with the system. This chapter includes the motherboard layout, jumper settings, and connector locations.

5. Chapter 5: BIOS setup

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

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: Instructions 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.

System package contents

Check your ASUS Vintage-S800 package for the following items:

1. ASUS Vintage-S800 barebone system with:

• ASUS P4S800-MX motherboard

• Floppy disk drive

• Optical drive (optional)*

2. Power cable and plug

3. Support CD

4. User guide

* CD-ROM/CD-RW/DVD-ROM/DVD-RW

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

Chapter 1

This chapter gives a general description of the ASUS Vintage-S800 barebone system. It includes introduction on the front and rear panel features, and the internal features.

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System Introduction

1.1 Welcome!

Thank you for choosing the ASUS Vintage-S800!

The ASUS Vintage-S800 is an all-in-one barebone system with a versatile home entertainment feature.

The system comes in a stylish mini-tower casing, and is powered by the ASUS P4S800-MX motherboard that supports Intel

Pentium® 4

processors in the 478-pin package.

1.2 Front panel

The ASUS Vintage-S800 barebone system is composed of the ASUS P4S800-MX motherboard, a power supply, and a floppy disk drive.

The CD-ROM drive and modem card are optional items.

External Internal

1. Two empty 5.25-inch bays. These bays are for optional IDE optical

drives.

2. Hard disk drive bay. This door covers a hard disk drive.

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3. Floppy drive door. This drive is for 1.44MB, 3.5-inch floppy disk.

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

to the hard disk drive

5. Power button. Press this button to turn the system on.

6. Headphone port. This port connects a headphone with a stereo

mini-plug.

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

Audio ports function variation

Port Headphone/2-Channel 4-Channel 6-Channel

Light Blue Line In No function LFE Output*/Center

Lime Line Out Front Speaker Out Front Speaker Out

Pink Mic In Surround Surround

* Low Frequency Enhanced Output

8. 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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1.3 Rear panel

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

115V/230V Voltage selector

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

keyboard.

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

3. Serial port. This port connects a mouse, modem, or other devices

that conform with serial specification.

4. Parallel port. This 25-pin port connects a printer, scanner, or other

devices.

5. VGA port. This port connects a VGA monitor.

6. 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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7. 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.

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

9. 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.

10. 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.

11. LAN (RJ-45) port. This port allows connection to a Local Area Network (LAN) through a network hub.

12. Power socket. This socket connects the power cable and plug.

13. Power supply module. This module houses the power supply unit.

14. Voltage selector. This switch allows you to select the appropriate

voltage supply in your area.

15. Fan vent. The fan vent allows air to be circulated by the power supply fan.

16. Expansion slots. You can insert expansion boards into these slots to add memory and graphics capabilities to the system.

Voltage Selector

The switching power supply that came with the system has a voltage selector switch below the power socket. Use this switch to select the appropriate voltage according to the voltage supply in your area.

If the voltage supply in your area is 100-127V, set the switch to 115V.

If the voltage supply in your area is 200-240V, set the switch to 230V.

Setting the switch to 115V in a 230V environment will seriously damage the system!

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1.4 Internal components

The figure below shows the internal view of the system when you remove the cover and flip out the drive frame. The standard components already installed in the system and the locations of the available drive bays are pointed out.

The system may come with either a PFC (Power Factor Correction) or non-PFC power supply.

1. PFC/Non-PFC power supply

2. Motherboard

4. 3.5” HDD drive bay

5. 3.5” floppy drive

3. Two 5.25” drive bays (Optional CD-ROM)

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Chapter 2

This chapter gives step-by-step instructions on how to install components into the barebone system.

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Basic Installation

2.1 Preparation

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

Basic components to install

1. Central processing unit (CPU)

2. DDR Dual Inline Memory Module (DIMM)

3. Expansion card(s)

4. Hard disk drive

5. Second optical drive

Tool

Phillips (cross) screw driver

2.2 Before you proceed

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

• Use a grounded wrist strap or touch a safely grounded object or a metal object, such as the power supply case, before handling components to avoid damaging them due to static electricity.

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

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

The motherboard comes with an onboard standby power LED. This LED lights up to indicate 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 side plate and front cover

The system has two chassis side plates, each one secured by two screws located on the rear panel.

To remove the chassis side plate:

1. Turn each screw counterclockwise to release the side cover. Set the screws aside.

Screw

2. Slide the side panel for about half an inch toward the rear until it disengages from the chassis.

Remove only the left side plate.

3. Release the side lock tabs from the steel railing.

Side lock tab

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Steel railing

4. Swing the left edge of the front panel outward.

5. Unhook the hinge-like tabs from the holes on the right side of the front panel to completely detach the front panel assembly from the chassis.

Hinge-like tab

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2.4 Central Processing Unit (CPU)

2.4.1 Overview

The Intel® Pentium® 4 processor in the 478-pin package has a gold triangular mark on one corner. This mark indicates the processor Pin 1 that should match a specific corner of the CPU socket.

Gold Arrow

P4S800-MX

P4S800-MX Socket 478

Incorrect installation of the CPU into the socket may bend the pins and severely damage the CPU!

Notes on Intel® Hyper-Threading Technology

• Hyper-Threading Technology is supported under Windows® XP and Linux 2.4.x (kernel) and later versions only. Under Linux, use the

Hyper-Threading compliler to compile the code. If you are using any other operating systems, disable the Hyper-Threading Techonology item in BIOS to ensure system stability and performance.

• Installing Windows

• Make sure to enable the Hyper-Threading Technology item in the BIOS before installing a supported operating system.

• For more information on Hyper-Threading Technology, visit www.intel.com/info/hyperthreading.

XP Service Pack 1 is recommended.

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2.4.2 Installing the CPU

Follow these steps to install a CPU.

1. Locate the 478-pin ZIF socket on the motherboard.

Socket lever

2. Unlock the socket by pressing the lever sideways, then lift it up to a 90°-100° angle.

Make sure that the socket lever is lifted up to a 90°-100° angle, otherwise the CPU does not fit in completely.

3. Position the CPU above the socket such that its marked corner matches the base of the socket lever.

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

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

90 - 100

Gold mark

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

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2.5 Installing the fan and heatsink assembly

The Intel® Pentium® 4 Processor requires a specially designed heatsink and fan assembly to ensure optimum thermal condition and performance.

• When you buy a boxed Intel® Pentium® 4 processor, the package includes the heatsink, fan, and retention mechanism.

• If you buy a CPU separately, make sure that you use only Intel®-certified heatsink and fan.

Follow these steps to install the CPU heatsink and fan.

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

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

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

CPU heatsink

Retention module base

Your boxed Intel® Pentium® 4 processor package should come with installation instructions for the CPU, heatsink, and the retention mechanism. If the instructions in this section do not match the CPU documentation, follow the latter.

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2. Position the fan with the retention mechanism on top of the heatsink. Align and snap the four hooks of the retention mechanism to the holes on each corner of the module base.

Make sure that the fan and retention mechanism assembly perfectly fits the heatsink and module base; otherwise, you cannot snap the hooks into the holes.

Retention lock

Retention hole

Retention hook snapped to the retention hole

Keep the retention locks lifted upward while fitting the retention mechanism to the module base.

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3. Push down the locks on the retention mechanism to secure the heatsink and fan to the module base.

When secure, the retention locks should point to opposite directions.

Connecting the CPU fan cable

When the fan, heatsink, and the retention mechanism are in place, connect the CPU fan cable to the connector on the motherboard labeled CPU_FAN1.

CPU Fan Connector (CPU_FAN1)

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

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2.6 Installing system memory

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

P4S800-MX

80 Pins 104 Pins

P4S800-MX 184-Pin DDR DIMM Sockets

DIMM1

DIMM2

2.6.1 Memory configurations

You may install any DDR DIMMs with 64 MB, 128 MB, 256 MB, 512 MB, and 1 GB densities into the DIMM sockets.

Memory frequency/CPU FSB synchronization

CPU FSB DDR DIMM Type Memory Frequency

800MHz PC3200/PC2700/PC2100 400/333*/266 MHz

533MHz PC2700/PC2100 333/266 MHz

400MHz PC2100 266 MHz

*When using 800 MHz CPU FSB, PC2700 DDR DIMMs may run only at 320 MHz (not 333 MHz) due to chipset limitation.

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2.6.2 DIMM installation

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.

DDR DIMM sockets

DIMM notch

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.

Socket break

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2.7 Installing an expansion card

In the future, you may need to install expansion cards. The motherboard has one 32-bit PCI slot and one Accelerated Graphic Port (AGP) slot. The following sub-sections describe the slots and the expansion cards that they support.

2.7.1 Expansion slots

PCI slot

The PCI slot supports PCI slots such as a LAN card, SCSI card, USB card, and other cards that comply with PCI specifications

AGP slot

The AGP slot supports AGP 4x cards. When you buy an AGP card, make sure that you ask for one with 1.5V specification.

Install only +1.5V AGP cards. The motherboard does not support 3.3V AGP cards.

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

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2.7.2 Expansion card installation

Follow these steps to install a PCI or AGP card.

1. Place the chassis on its side.

2. Remove the metal bracket opposite the slot that you wish to use.

3. Align the card golden fingers to the slot and its metal bracket to the slot opening on the chassis.

4. Press the card firmly until it is properly seated on the slot.

AGP slot (AGP1)

5. Secure the card to the chassis with a bracket screw.

PCI slots (PCI1)Metal bracket

If your system came with the optional modem card, the PCI slot is already occupied.

2.7.3 Configuring an expansion card

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

1. Turn on the system and change the necessary BIOS settings, if any. See Chapter 5 for information on BIOS setup.

2. Assign an IRQ to the card. Refer to the tables below.

3. Install the software drivers for the expansion card.

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2.7.4 Standard interrupt assignments

IRQ Priority Standard Function

0 1 System Timer 1 2 Keyboard Controller 2 N/A Programmable Interrupt 3* 11 Communications Port (COM2) 4* 12 Communications Port (COM1) 5* 13 IRQ holder for PCI steering 6 14 Floppy Disk Controller 7* 15 Printer Port (LPT1) 8 3 System CMOS/Real Time Clock 9* 4 IRQ holder for PCI steering 10* 5 Advance AC’97 CODEC 11* 6 Standard PCI Graphics Adapter (VGA) 12* 7 PS/2 Compatible Mouse Port 13 8 Numeric Data Processor 14* 9 Primary IDE Channel 15* 10 Secondary IDE Channel

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

2.7.5 IRQ assignments for this motherboard

ABCDEFGH

PCI slot 1 shared –– –– –– –– –– –– –– PCI slot 2 –– used –– –– –– –– –– –– PCI slot 3 –– –– shared –– –– –– –– –– AGP slot shared –– –– –– –– –– –– –– Onboard USB controller 1 –– –– –– –– used –– –– –– Onboard USB controller 2 –– –– –– –– –– used –– –– Onboard USB 2.0 controller –– –– –– –– –– –– –– used Onboard LAN –– –– –– used –– –– –– –– Onboard audio –– –– shared –– –– –– –– ––

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

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2.8 Installing a CD-ROM drive

A CD-ROM drive is an optional item in this barebone system. Refer to the instructions in this section if you acquired a model without a CD-ROM.

Follow these steps to install a CD-ROM drive.

1. Place the chassis upright.

2. Insert the CD-ROM drive into the upper 5.25-inch drive bay.

3. Carefully push the CD-ROM drive into the bay until its screw holes align with the holes on the bay as shown.

4. Secure the CD-ROM with two screws.

CD-ROM screw holes

CD-ROM screws

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5. Connect a power cable from the power supply to the power connector at the back of the CD-ROM. Use the cable with the white connector labeled P1.

6. Connect one end of the IDE ribbon cable to the IDE interface at the back of the CD-ROM, matching the red stripe on the cable with Pin 1 on the IDE interface.

7. Connect one end of the CD-ROM audio cable to the 4-pin connector at the back of the CD-ROM.

CD-ROM audio cable

IDE ribbon cable

Red stripe to pin 1

Power cable (P1)

8. Connect the other end of the IDE ribbon cable to the secondary IDE connector (black connector labeled SEC_IDE1) on the motherboard.

9. Connect the other end of the audio cable to the black 4-pin connector labeled CD1 on the motherboard.

Secondary IDE connector (SEC_IDE1)

CD-ROM Connector (CD1)

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2.9 Installing a hard disk drive

The chassis has one 3.5-inch hard disk drive (HDD) bay right under the

5.25-inch bay. The following figures show the internal and external views of the HDD bay location.

Internal view

5.25-inch Drive bay

3.5-inch HDD drive bay

Follow these steps to install an IDE HDD.

1. Place the chassis upright.

2. With the HDD label side up, carefully insert the drive into the 3.5-inch bay.

External view

HDD label side

3. Push the drive into the bay until its screw holes align with the holes on the bay marked HDD.

4. Secure the drive with two screws.

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HDD screw holes

5. Connect a power cable from the power supply to the power connector at the back of the HDD. Use the cable with the white connector labeled P3.

6. Connect one end of the IDE hard disk ribbon cable to the IDE interface at the back of the HDD, matching the red stripe on the cable with Pin 1 on the IDE interface.

7. Connect the other end of the IDE ribbon cable to the primary IDE connector (blue connector labeled PRI_IDE1) on the motherboard.

Red stripe to Pin 1

IDE ribbon cable

Power cable (P3)

Primary IDE connector (PRI_IDE1)

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2.10 Re-connecting cables

You may have disconnected some cables when you were installing components. You must re-connect these cables before you replace the chassis cover.

LED cables

Power switch

Power LED

HDD LED

PLED

PWRBTN*

PLED-

PWR

PLED+

GNDReset

F_PANEL1

Ground

IDE_LED-

IDE_LED+

RESET

PANEL1

HDLED

Requires an ATX power supply.

Connect the power switch and power LED cables to their respective leads in the PANEL1 connector on the motherboard.

Connect the HDD LED cable to the 2-pin lead marked IDE_LED1.

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2.11 Replacing the side plate and front cover

After you have installed all the internal components and you have connected all the necessary cables, you are now ready to put the system back together.

1. Hook the hinge-like tabs to the holes on the right side of the front panel to attach the front panel assembly to the chassis.

2. Swing the front panel inward.

Hinge-like tab

3. Snap the side lock tabs to the steel railing.

Side lock tab

Steel railing

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4. Fit the rail tabs on the side plate into the locking tab holes in the chassis.

Locking tab hole

Rail tabs

5. Firmly push the side plate from the rear until it fits the chassis completely.

The locking tabs snap into the hole on the chassis to indicate that the side plate is in place.

6. Lock the side plate with the screws on the rear panel.

Screw

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2.12 Connecting External Devices

The figure below shows the specific connectors and devices that you can connect to the rear panel ports.

PS/2 KB

Serial

PS/2 Mouse

VGA

Parallel

Line Out

Line In

Mic

USB

RJ-45

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Chapter 3

This chapter helps you power up your system and install drivers and utilities that came with the support CD.

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Starting up

3.1 Installing an operating system

This motherboard supports Windows® 98SE/ME/2000/XP operating system (OS). Always install the latest OS version and corresponding updates so you can maximize the features of your hardware.

Because motherboard settings and hardware options vary, use the setup procedures presented in this chapter for general reference only. Refer to your OS documentation for more information.

3.2 Support CD information

The support CD that came with the motherboard contains useful software and several utility drivers that enhance the motherboard features.

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

3.2.1 Running the support CD

To begin using the support CD, simply insert the CD into your CD-ROM drive. The CD automatically displays the Drivers menu if Autorun is enabled in your computer. Click on an item to install.

If Autorun is NOT enabled in your computer, browse the contents of the support CD to locate the file ASSETUP.EXE from the BIN folder. Doubleclick the ASSETUP.EXE to run the CD.

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3.2.2 Drivers menu

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

SiS AGP Driver

The item installs the SiS AGP Driver.

SiS Compatible VGA display driver

This item installs SiS VGA display driver.

SoundMAX Audio Driver and Application

The item installs the AD1888 audio driver and SoundMAX® application.

SiS PCI LAN Driver

This item installs the driver for the onboard SiS PCI LAN controller.

USB 1.1 Driver

This item installs the USB 1.1 driver.

3.2.3 Utilities menu

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

ASUS PC Probe

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

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Install ASUS Update

This program allows you to download the latest version of the BIOS from the ASUS website. Before using the ASUS Update, make sure that you have an Internet connection so you can connect to the ASUS website.

Microsoft® DirectX 8.1

This item installs the Microsoft® DirectX 8.1.

PC-CILLIN 2002

This item installs the Tren Micro PC-CILLIN 2002 anti-virus program.View the PC-CILLIN online help for details.

Adobe Acrobat Reader

This item installs the Adobe® Acrobat® Reader V5.0. The Acrobat® Reader software is for viewing files saved in Portable Document Format (PDF).

ASUS Screen Saver

This item installs the ASUS screen saver.

3.2.4 ASUS contact information

Click the Contact tab to display the ASUS contact information.

Screen display and utilities option may not be the same for other operating system version.

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Chapter 4

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

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Motherboard Info

4.1 Introduction

The ASUS P4S800-MX motherboard comes already installed in the ASUS Vintage-S800 barebone system. This chapter provides technical information about the motherboard for future upgrades or system reconfiguraiton.

4.2 Motherboard layout

24.5cm (9.6in)

PS/2KBMS T: Mouse B: Keyboard

COM1

VGA1

USB1 USB2

USB2.0 T: USB3

B: USB4

Top:Line In

Center:Line Out

Below:Mic In

AD1888 CODEC

SPDIF

PARALLEL PORT

Top: RJ-45

FP_AUDIO1

COM2

USBPWR12

USBPWR34

VIA

VT6103

CD1AUX1

KBPWR1

Socket 478

ATX12V1

ATX Power Connector

CHA_FAN1

Accelerated Graphics Port (AGP1)

PCI1

PCI2

SB_PWR1

PCI3

SiS

661FX

North Bridge

Northbridge

USBPW56

P4S800-MX

SiS

963L

Chipset

USB56

CPU_FAN1

Super

I/O

2Mb

ISA

FLOPPY1

PRI_IDE1

SEC_IDE1

DDR DIMM1 (64 bit,184-pin module)

DDR DIMM2 (64 bit,184-pin module)

CR2032 3V Lithium Cell

CMOS Power

PLED1

F_PANEL1

GAME1

CLRTC

CHASSIS1

SPEAKER1

24.5cm (9.6in)

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4.3 Jumpers

This section describes and illustrates the jumpers on the motherboard.

1. Clear RTC RAM (CLRTC1)

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 RAM data in CMOS, that include system setup information such as system passwords, is powered by the onboard button cell 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.

Except when clearing the RTC RAM, never remove the cap on CLRTC1 jumper default position. Removing the cap will cause system boot failure!

AD1888 CODEC

P4S800-MX Clear RTC RAM

CLRTC1

12 23

Normal Clear CMOS

(Default)

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

Set these jumpers to +5V to wake up the computer from S1 sleep mode (CPU stopped, DRAM refreshed, system running in low power mode) using the connected USB devices. Set to +5VSB to wake up from S3 sleep mode (no power to CPU, DRAM in slow refresh, power supply in reduced power mode). Both jumpers are set to pins 1-2 (+5V) by default because not all computers have the appropriate power supply to support this feature.

The USBPW_12 and USBPW_34 jumpers are for the rear USB ports. The USBPW_56 jumper is for the internal USB header that you can connect to the front USB ports.

•. This feature requires a power supply that can provide at least 1A on the +5VSB lead when these jumpers are set to +5VSB; otherwise, the system would not power up.

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

AD1888 CODEC

P4S800-MX USB device wake-up

USBPW12 USBPW34

2 1

+5V

(Default)

USBPW56

+5V

(Default)

3 2

+5VSB

2321

+5VSB

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3. Keyboard power (3-pin KBPWR1)

This jumper allows you to enable or disable the keyboard wake-up feature. Set this jumper to pins 2-3 (+5VSB) if you wish to wake up the computer when you press a key on the keyboard (the default is the Space Bar). This feature requires an ATX power supply that can supply at least 1A on the +5VSB lead, and a corresponding setting in the BIOS (see 5.5.5 “APM Configuration”).

KBPWR1

2312

+5V +5VSB

(Default)

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P4S800-MX Keyboard power setting

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4.4 Connectors

This section describes and illustrates the connectors on the motherboard. See page 14 for the description of rear panel connectors.

1. IDE connectors (40-1 pin PRI_IDE1, SEC_IDE1)

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

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

• For Ultra ATA/133 IDE devices, use an 80-conductor IDE cable.

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

AD1888 CODEC

P4S800-MX IDE connectors

SEC_IDE1

PIN 1

PRI_IDE1

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2. Floppy disk drive connector (34-1 pin FLOPPY1)

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

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

FLOPPY1

NOTE: Orient the red markings on the floppy ribbon cable to PIN 1.

AD1888 CODEC

PIN 1

P4S800-MX Floppy disk drive connector

3. Front panel audio connectors (10-1 pin FP_AUDIO1)

This connector is for a chassis-mounted front panel audio I/O module. Connect one end of the audio I/O module cable to this connector for analog audio input/output.

+5VA

BLINE_OUT_L

BLINE_OUT_R

AGND

AD1888 CODEC

P4S800-MX Front panel audio connector

FP_AUDIO1

MIC2

MICPWR

Line out_L

Line out_R

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4. ATX power connectors (20-pin ATXPWR, 4-pin ATX +12V)

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

ATX12V1

+12V DC

GND

AD1888 CODEC

+12V DC GND

ATXPWR1

+12.0VDC

+5VSB

PWR_OK

COM

+5.0VDC

COM

+5.0VDC

COM +3.3VDC +3.3VDC

+5.0VDC +5.0VDC

-5.0VDC COM COM COM PS_ON# COM

-12.0VDC +3.3VDC

P4S800-MX ATX power connector

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

• Make sure that your ATX 12V power supply can provide 8A on the +12V lead and at least 1A on the +5-volt standby lead (+5VSB). The minimum recommended wattage is 250W, or 300W for a fully configured system. The system may become unstable or may not boot up if the power is inadequate.

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5. CPU, Chassis, and Power Fan Connectors (3-pin CPU_FAN1, CHA_FAN1)

These connectors support cooling fans of 350mA~740mA (8.88W max.) or a total of 1A~2.22A (26.64W max) at +12V. Connect the fan cables to the fan connectors on the motherboard, making sure that the black wire of each cable matches the ground pin of the connector.

CPU_FAN1

GND

Rotation

+12V

CHA_FAN1

AD1888 CODEC

GND

Rotation

+12V

P4S800-MX 12-Volt fan connectors

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

6. Internal audio connectors (4-pin AUX1, CD1)

These connectors allow you to receive stereo audio input from sound sources such as an optical drive, TV tuner, or MPEG card.

Left Audio Channel

AD1888 CODEC

Right Audio Channel

AUX1 (White)

Ground Ground

CD1 (Black)

P4S800-MX Internal audio connectors

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7. USB 2.0 connector (10-1 pin USB56)

This connector is for USB 2.0 ports. Connect a USB module cable to this connector, then install the module to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis. The USB connector complies with USB 2.0 specification that supports up to 480 Mbps connection speed.

USB+5V

USB_P6-

USB_P6+

GND

USB+5V

USB_P5-

USB_P5+

GND

AD1888 CODEC

P4S800-MX USB 2.0 connector

USB56

Never connect a 1394 cable to the USB connector. Doing so will damage the motherboard!

The USB module is purchased separately.

8. Digital audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT1)

An S/PDIF Out connector is available for an S/PDIF audio module. Connect one end of the S/PDIF audio module cable to this connector and the other end to the S/PDIF module.

SPDIF_OUT1

AD1888 CODEC

+5V

GND

SPDIFOUT

P4S800-MX Digital audio connector

The S/PDIF module is purchased separately.

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9. Speaker out connector (4-pin SPEAKER1)

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

SPEAKER1

AD1888 CODEC

+5V

GND

Speak Out

P4S800-MX Speaker Out connector

10. GAME/MIDI connector (16-1 pin GAME1)

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

AD1888 CODEC

GAME1

P4S800-MX Game connector

The GAME module is purchased separately.

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+5V

J2B1

J2CX

J1B1

J1CX

MIDI_OUT

J2CY

J2B2

MIDI_IN

GND

J1B2

J1CY

+5V

11. Chassis intrusion connector (4-1 pin CHASSIS1)

This connector is for a chassis designed with intrusion detection feature. This requires an external detection mechanism such as a chassis intrusion sensor or microswitch. When you remove any chassis component, the sensor triggers and sends a high-level signal to this lead to record a chassis intrusion event.

GND

Chassis Signal

+5VSB_MB

AD1888 CODEC

P4S800-MX Chassis intrusion connector

CHASSIS1

(Default)

12. Serial port connector (10-1 pin COM2)

This connector accommodates a second serial port using an optional serial port bracket. Connect the bracket cable to this connector then install the bracket into a slot opening at the back of the system chassis.

COM2

PIN 1

AD1888 CODEC

P4S800-MX Serial port connector

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13. Power LED Lead (3-1 pin PLED1)

This 3-1 pin connector is for the system power LED. Connect the 3-pin power LED cable from the system chassis to this connector. The LED lights up when you turn on the system power, and blinks when the system is in sleep mode.

The power LED lead (PLED1) is present only on PCB versions 1.03 or later.

PLED1

AD1888 CODEC

PLED-

PLED+

P4S800-MX PLED setting

14. System panel connector (10-1 pin F_PANEL1)

This connector supports several chassis-mounted functions.

PWRBTN*

PLED-

PWR

PLED+

GNDReset

Ground

IDE_LED-

IDE_LED+

RESET

AD1888 CODEC

P4S800-MX System panel connector

PLED

F_PANEL1

HDLED

* Requires an ATX power supply.

• System power LED (3-pin PLED)

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

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• Power/Soft-off button (2-pin PWR_BTN)

This connector is for the system power button. Pressing the power button turns the system ON or puts the system in SLEEP or SOFTOFF mode depending on the BIOS settings. Pressing the power switch for more than four seconds while the system is ON turns the system OFF.

• Hard disk drive activity (2-pin IDE_LED)

This 2-pin connector is for the HDD Activity LED. Connect the HDD Activity LED cable to this connector. The IDE LED lights up or flashes when data is read from or written to the HDD.

• 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.

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Chapter 5

This chapter tells how to change system settings through the BIOS Setup menus. It includes detailed descriptions of the BIOS parameters.

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BIOS Information

5.1 Managing and updating your BIOS

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

1. AFUDOS

disk.)

2. ASUS EZ Flash

POST.)

Refer to the corresponding section for each utility.

• Save a copy of the original motherboard BIOS file to a bootable floppy

• Refer to the ASUS website for details about updating the BIOS.

(Updates the BIOS in DOS mode using a bootable floppy

(Updates the BIOS using a floppy disk during

disk in case you need to restore the BIOS in the future. Copy the original motherboard BIOS using the AFUDOS utility.

5.1.1 Creating a bootable floppy disk

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

DOS environment

Insert a 1.44MB floppy disk into the drive. At the DOS prompt, type:

format A:/S then press <Enter>.

Windows® XP environment

a. Insert a 1.44MB floppy disk into the floppy disk drive. b. From your Windows® desktop, click on Start, then select My

Computer. c. Select the 3 1/2 Floppy Drive icon. d. Click File from the menu, then select Format. A Format 3 1/2

Floppy Disk window appears. e. Select Create an MS-DOS startup disk from the format options

field, then click Start.

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

5.1.2 Using AFUDOS to copy the current BIOS

The AFUDOS.EXE utility can also be used to copy the current system BIOS settings to a floppy or hard disk. The copy can be used as a backup in case the system BIOS fails or gets corrupted.

1. At the DOS prompt, type the command line:

afudos /o[filename]

where “filename” can be any user-provided filename of not more than eight alphanumeric characters for the main filename and three alphanumeric characters for the extension name.

Press <Enter>.

The BIOS information on the screen is for reference only. What you see on your screen may not be exactly the same as shown.

Main filename Extension name

A:\>afudos /oMYBIOS03.rom

AMI Firmware Update Utility - Version 1.10

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

2. The utility will copy the current system BIOS by default to the floppy disk. Make sure that the floppy disk is not write-protected and has enough space (at least 600 KB) to store the file.

A:\>afudos /oMYBIOS03.rom

AMI Firmware Update Utility - Version 1.10

Reading flash ..... done

A:\>

When the BIOS copy process is complete, the utility returns to the DOS prompt.

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5.1.3 Using AFUDOS to update the BIOS

The AFUDOS is a DOS-based application that lets you update the BIOS file using a bootable floppy diskette. AFUDOS also allows you to copy the original BIOS file to a floppy diskette.

To update the BIOS using the AFUDOS.EXE:

1. Download the latest BIOS file from the website provided by the system builder.

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

2. Copy the AFUDOS.EXE utility from the support CD to the bootable floppy disk that contains the BIOS file.

3. Boot the system from the floppy disk.

4. At the DOS prompt, type the command line:

afudos /i[filename.rom]

where [filename.rom] means the latest (or original) BIOS file that you copied to the bootable floppy disk.

5. Press <Enter>. The screen displays the status of the update process.

The BIOS information on the screen is for reference only. What you see on your screen may not be exactly the same as shown.

A:\>afudos /iP4S800-MX.rom

AMI Firmware Update Utility - Version 1.10

Reading file ..... done

Erasing flash .... done

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

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

When the BIOS update process is complete, the utility returns to the DOS prompt.

A:\>afudos /iP4S800-MX.rom

AMI Firmware Update Utility - Version 1.10

Reading file ..... done

Erasing flash .... done

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

Verifying flash .. done

A:\>

6. Reboot the system from the hard disk.

5.1.4 Using ASUS EZ Flash to update the BIOS

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

To update the BIOS using ASUS EZ Flash:

1. Visit the system builder website to download the latest BIOS file for

your motherboard and rename it to P4S800-MX.ROM. Save the BIOS file to a floppy disk.

2. Reboot the system.

3. To launch EZ Flash, press <Alt> + <F2> during POST to display the following.

User recovery requested. Starting BIOS recovery...

Checking for floppy...

• If there is no floppy disk in the drive, the error message “Floppy not found!” appears.

• If the correct BIOS file is not found in the floppy disk, the error message “P4S800-MX.ROM not found!” is displayed.

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4. Insert the floppy disk that contains the BIOS file. If the

P4S800-MX.ROM file is found in the floppy disk, EZ Flash performs the BIOS update process and automatically reboots the system when done.

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

User recovery requested. Starting BIOS recovery...

Checking for floppy...

Floppy found!

Reading file “p4s800-mx”. Completed.

Start flashing...

Flashed successfully. Rebooting.

5.2 BIOS Setup program

The BIOS software is constantly being updated so the BIOS setup screens and descriptions in this section are for reference purposes only, and may not exactly match what you see on your screen.

This motherboard supports a programmable Low Pin Count (LPC) chip

“

that you can update using the provided utility described in section Managing and updating your BIOS.”

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

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

2.1

The LPC chip on the motherboard stores the Setup utility. When you start up the computer, the system provides you with the opportunity to run this program. Press <Delete> during the Power-On Self Test (POST) to enter the Setup utility; otherwise, POST continues with its test routines.

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

The Setup program is designed to make it as easy to use as possible. Being a menu-driven program, it lets you scroll through the various submenus and make your selections among the predetermined choices.

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5.2.1 BIOS menu screen

Menu items

System Time [17:08:35] System Date [Mon 04/19/2004] Legacy Diskette A [1.44M, 3.5 in.]

Primary IDE Master [ST320410A] Primary IDE Slave [Pioneer CD-ROM ATA] Seconday IDE Master [Not Detected] Secondary IDE Slave [Not Detected]

System Information

Sub-menu items

Configuration fields

General helpMenu bar

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

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

Navigation keys

5.2.2 Menu bar

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

Main For changing the basic system configuration

Advanced For changing the advanced system settings

Power For changing the advanced power management (APM)

configuration

Boot For changing the system boot configuration

Exit For selecting the exit options and loading default settings

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

5.2.3 Navigation keys

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

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

5.2.4 Menu items

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

System Time [17:08:35] System Date [Mon 04/19/2004] Legacy Diskette A [1.44M, 3.5 in.]

Primary IDE Master [ST320410A] Primary IDE Slave [Pioneer CD-ROM ATA] Seconday IDE Master [Not Detected] Secondary IDE Slave [Not Detected] System Information

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

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

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

Main menu items

menu items.

5.2.5 Sub-menu items

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

5.2.6 Configuration fields

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

A configurable field is enclosed in brackets, and is highlighted when selected. To change the value of a field, select it then press <Enter> to display a list of options. Refer to “5.2.7 Pop-up window.”

5.2.7 Pop-up window

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

Primary Graphics Adapter [AGP] Search for MDA Resources [Yes]

AGP Mode [AGP 8X] AGP Fast Write [Enabled] Graphics Aperture Size [64MB]

Options

Enabled

Disabled

5.2.8 Scroll bar

A scroll bar appears on the right side of a menu screen when there

Pop-up window

Scroll bar

are items that do not fit on the screen. Press the Up/Down arrow keys or <PageUp> / <PageDown> keys to display the other items on the screen.

5.2.9 General help

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

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5.3 Main menu

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

Refer to section “5.2.1 BIOS menu screen” for information on the menu screen items and how to navigate through them.

System Time [17:08:35] System Date [Mon 04/19/2004] Legacy Diskette A [1.44M, 3.5 in.] Language [English]

Primary IDE Master [ST320410A] Primary IDE Slave [Pioneer CD-ROM ATA] Seconday IDE Master [Not Detected] Secondary IDE Slave [Not Detected]

System Information

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

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

5.3.1 System Time [xx:xx:xxxx]

Allows you to set the system time.

5.3.2 System Date [Day xx/xx/xxxx]

Allows you to set the system date.

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

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

3.5in.]

5.3.4 Primary/Secondary IDE Master/Slave

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

Primary IDE Master

Device : Hard Disk Vendor : ST320410A Size : 20.0GB LBA Mode : Supported Block Mode : 16 Sectors PIO Mode : 4 Async DMA : MultiWord DMA-2 Ultra DMA : Ultra DMA-5 SMART Monitoring: Supported

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

Select the type of device connected to the system.

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

Type [Auto]

Selects the type of IDE drive. Configuration options: [Auto] [Not Installed] [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. Configuration options: [Auto] [Disabled]

Block (Multi-Sector Transfer) [Auto]

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

PIO Mode [Auto]

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

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SMART Monitoring [Auto]

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

32Bit Data Transfer [Disabled]

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

5.3.5 System Information

This menu gives you an overview of the general system specifications. The items in this menu are auto-detected by the BIOS.

AMI BIOS Version : 08.00.09 Build Date : 04/23/04 ID : A0088001

Processor Type : Intel (R) Pentium (R) 4 Family CPU

2.40 G Speed : 2400MHz Count: : 1

System Memory Size : 224MB

AMI BIOS

Displays the auto-detected BIOS information.

Processor

Displays the auto-detected processor information.

System Memory

Displays the auto-detected system memory.

5.4 Advanced menu

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

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

JumperFree Configuration CPU Configuration Chipset Onboard Devices Configuration PCIPnP USB Configuration

5.4.1 JumperFree Configuration

AI Overclock Tuner [Standard] DRAM Frequency [Auto] Configure System Frequency/Voltage

Adjust system frequency/ voltage.

Select the target CPU frequency, and the relevant parameters will be auto-adjusted. Frequencies higher than what the CPU manufacturer recommends are not guaranteed to be stable. If the system becomes unstable, return to the default.

AI Overclock Tuner [Standard]

When set to [Standard], the system automatically adjusts the relevant parameters. When set to [Manual], the user may the select the CPU frequency by entering a value between 100 - 300. Configuration options: [Standard] [Manual]

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DRAM Frequency [Auto]

Allows you to set the DDR operating frequency. Configuration options: [200 MHz] [266 MHz] [333 MHz] [400 MHz] [450 MHz] [533 MHz] [Auto]

5.4.2 CPU Configuration

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

Configure Advanced CPU settings

Manufacturer: Intel(R) Brand String: Intel(R) Pentium(R) 4 Family CPU 2.40G Frequency : 2400Mhz FSB Speed : 533Mhz

Cache L1 : 8 KB Cache L2 : 512 KB Cache L3 : 0 KB

Rario Status: Locked Ratio Actual Value: 18 VID CMOS Setting: [ 62] Max CPUID Value Limit: [Disabled] CPU Internal Thermal Control [Auto]

Selects the VID setting at which the processor is to run.

VID CMOS Setting [ 62]

Allows you to set the VID CMOS setting at which the processor is to run. Use the arrow keys to adjust value.

Max CPUID Value Limit [Disabled]

Enable this item if you want to boot legacy operating systems that cannot support CPUs with extended CPUID functions. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]

CPU Internal Thermal Control [Auto]

This item allows you to disable or set to auto the CPU Internal Thermal Control function. Configuration options: [Auto] [Disabled]

5.4.3 Chipset

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

Northbridge SiS661FX Configuration Southbridge SiS963/SiS963L Configuration

Northbridge SiS661FX Configuration

Primary Graphics Adapter [PCI] MA 1T/2T Select [Auto] DRAM CAS# Latency [By SPD] DRAM Precharge Delay [Auto] DRAM RAS# to CAS# Delay [Auto] DRAM RAS# Precharge [Auto] Graphic Win Size [ 64MB]

Share Memory Size [ 32MB]

Options for NB

Primary Graphics Adapter [PCI]

Allows selection of the graphics controller to use as primary boot device. Configuration options: [PCI] [AGP] [Onboard AGP]

MA 1T/2T Select [Auto]

Configuration options: [MA2T] [MA1T]

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DRAM CAS# Latency [By SPD]

When set to [By SPD], the DRAM timing parameters are set according to the DRAM SPD (Serial Presence Detect). Configuration options: [By SPD] [2T] [2.5T] [3T]

DRAM Precharge Delay [Auto]

Configuration options: [Auto] [6T] [7T] [5T] [4T] [8T] [9T]

DRAM RAS# to CAS# Delay [Auto]

This item controls the latency between the DDR SDRAM active command and the read/write command. Configuration options: [Auto] [3T] [2T] [4T] [5T]

DRAM RAS# Precharge [Auto]

This item controls the idle clocks after issuing a precharge command to the DDR SDRAM. Configuration options: [Auto] [3T] [2T] [4T] [5T]

Graphic Win Size [ 64MB]

Configuration options: [32MB] [64MB] [128MB]

Share Memory Size [ 32MB]

Configuration options: [16MB] [32MB] [64MB] [128MB] [Disabled]

Southbridge SiS963/SiS963L Configuration

Onboard AC97 Audio Device [Enabled] Onboard SiS900 LAN Device [Enabled]

Onboard LAN Boot ROM [Disabled]

<Enter> to enable or disable

Onboard AC97 Audio Device [Enabled]

Selecting [Enabled] allows the BIOS to detect whether you are using any audio device. If an audio device is detected, the onboard audio controller is enabled. If no audio device is detected, the controller is disabled. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled]

Onboard SiS900 LAN Device [Enabled]

Enables or disables the onboard SiS900 LAN device. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled]

Onboard LAN Boot ROM [Disabled]

Enables or disables the onboard LAN Boot ROM. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled]

5.4.4 Onboard Devices Configuration

Configure Win697 Super IO Chipset

Serial Port1 Address [3F8/IRQ4] Serial Port2 Address [2F8/IRQ3] Parallel Port Address [Disabled] Onboard Game Port [Disabled] Onboard MIDI Port [Disabled]

Allows BIOS to select Serial Port1 Base Addresses.

Serial Port1 Address [3F8/IRQ4]

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

Serial Port2 Address [2F8/IRQ3]

Allows you to select the Serial Port2 base address. Configuration options: [Disabled] [2F8/IRQ3] [3E8/IRQ4] [2E8/IRQ3]

Parallel Port Address [Disabled]

Allows you to select the Parallel port base addresses. Configuration options: [Disabled] [378] [278] [3BC]

Onboard Game Port [Disabled]

Enables or disables the onboard Game Port. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]

Onboard MIDI Port [Disabled]

Allows you to disable the onboard MIDI Port, or select MIDI Port addresses. Configuration options: [Disabled] [300] [330]

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5.4.5 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.

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

Advanced PCI/PnP settings

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

Plug And Play OS [No] PCI Latency Timer [64] Allocate IRQ to PCI VGA [Yes] Palette Snooping [Disabled] PCI IDE Bus Master [Enabled]

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

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

Plug And Play O/S [No]

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

PCI Latency Timer [64]

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

Allocate IRQ to PCI VGA [Yes]

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

Palette Snooping [Disabled]

When set to [Enabled], the palette snooping feature informs the PCI devices that an ISA graphics device is installed in the system so that the latter can function correctly. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]

IRQ xx [Available]

PCI IDE Bus Master [Enabled]

When set to [Enabled], the BIOS uses PCI bus mastering for reading/ writing to IDE drives. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled]

IRQ-xx assigned to [PCI Device]

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

5.4.6 USB Configuration

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

Onboard SiS USB1.1 Device [Enabled] Onboard SiS USB2.0 Device [Enabled]

USB Configuration

Module Version - 2.23.2-9.4 USB Devices Enabled: None

Legacy USB Support [Auto] USB 2.0 Controller Mode [FullSpeed] Stop EHCI HC in OHCI handover [Enabled]

<Enter> to enable or disable.

Onboard SiS USB1.1 Device [Enabled]

Enables or disables the onboard SiS USB1.1 device. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled]

Onboard SiS USB2.0 Device [Enabled]

Enables or disables the onboard SiS USB2.0 device. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled]

Legacy USB Support[Auto]

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

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USB 2.0 Controller Mode [HiSpeed]

Allows you to configure the USB 2.0 controller in HiSpeed (480 Mbps) or Full Speed (12 Mbps). Configuration options: [HiSpeed ] [Full Speed]

Stop EHCI HC in OHCI handover [Enabled]

When set to [Enabled], the BIOS stops the EHCI host controller during OHCI OS handover call. This is needed for installing operating systems that do not support EHCI host controllers.

5.5 Power menu

The Power menu items allow you to change the power settings. Select an item then press <Enter> to display the configuration options.

Enable/Disable ACPI ACPI Aware O/S [Yes] Suspend Mode [Auto] Repost Video on S3 Resume [No] ACPI APIC Support [Enabled]

APM Configuration Hardware Monitor

support for Operating

System.

ENABLE: If OS supports

ACPI.

DISABLE: If OS does

not support ACPI

5.5.1 ACPI Aware O/S

Enables or disable ACPI support for the operating system. Configuration options: [Yes] [No]

5.5.2 Suspend Mode [Auto]

Allows you to select the ACPI state to be used for system suspend. Configuration options: [S1 (POS) only] [S3 Only] [Auto]

5.5.3 Repost Video on S3 Resume [No]

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

5.5.4 ACPI APIC Support [Enabled]

Enables or disables the ACPI support in the ASIC. When set to [Enabled], the ACPI APIC table pointer is included in the RSDT pointer list. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]

5.5.5 APM Configuration

Restore On AC Power Loss [Always OFF] Power On By PS/2 KeyBoard [Disabled] Power On By PS/2 Mouse [Disabled] Power On By Internal MAC LAN [Disabled] Power On By PCI Devices [Disabled] Power On By External Modems [Disabled] Power On By RTC Alarm [Disabled]

<Enter> to select whether or not to restart the system after AC power loss.

Restore on AC Power Loss [Always OFF]

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

Power On By PS/2 KeyBoard [Disabled]

Allows you to use specific keys on the keyboard to turn on the system. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Space Bar] [Ctrl-Esc] [Power Key]

Power On By PS/2 Mouse [Disabled]

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

Power On By Internal MAC LAN [Disabled]

Enables or disables MAC wake from sleep state. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]

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Power On By PCI Device [Disabled]

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

Power On By External Modems [Disabled]

Allows either settings of [Enabled] or [Disabled] for powering up the computer when the external modem receives a call while the computer is in Soft-off mode. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]

The computer cannot receive or transmit data until the computer and applications are fully running. Thus, connection cannot be made on the first try. Turning an external modem off and then back on while the computer is off causes an initialization string that turns the system power on.

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. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]

5.5.6 Hardware Monitor

Hardware Monitor

CPU Temperature [28.5°C/83°F] MB Temperature [28°C/82°F]

CPU Fan Speed [2934RPM] Chassis Fan Speed [N/A]

Q-Fan Control [Enabled] Q-Fan Control Temperature [45 Degrees] Q-Fan Control Tolerance [+-3]

VCORE Voltage [1.520V]

3.3V Voltage [3.344V] 5V Voltage [5.053V] 12V Voltage [11.904V]

Chassis Intrude [Disabled]

CPU Temperature [xxx°C/xxx°F] MB Temperature [xxx°C/xxx°F]

The onboard hardware monitor automatically detects and displays the CPU and motherboard temperatures.

CPU Fan Speed [xxxxRPM] or [N/A] Chassis Fan Speed [xxxxRPM] or [N/A]

The onboard hardware monitor automatically detects and displays the CPU and chassis fan speeds in rotations per minute (RPM). If any of the fans is not connected to the motherboard, the specific field shows N/A.

Q-Fan Control [Enabled]

Allows you to enable or disable the ASUS Q-Fan feature that smartly adjusts the fan speeds for more efficient system operation. When this field is set to [Enabled], the Q-Fan Control Temperature and Q-Fan Control Tolerance items appear to allow selection of the appropriate values. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]

VCORE Voltage, 3.3V Voltage, 5V Voltage, 12V Voltage

The onboard hardware monitor automatically detects the voltage output through the onboard voltage regulators.

If any of the monitored items is out of range, the following error message appears: “Hardware Monitor found an error. Enter Power setup menu for details”. You will then be prompted to “Press F1 to continue or DEL to enter SETUP”.

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Chassis Intrude [Disabled]

Enables or disables the chassis intrusion feature. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]

5.6 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.

Boot Settings

Boot Device Priority

Boot Settings Configuration Security

5.6.1 Boot Device Priority

Boot Device Priority

1st Boot Device [1st FLOPPY DRIVE] 2nd Boot Device [PS-Pioneer CD-ROM]

Specifies the Boot Device Priority sequence.

Specifies the boot sequence from the available devices.

A device enclosed in parenthesis has been disabled in the corresponding type menu.

1st ~ xxth Boot Device [1st FLOPPY DRIVE]

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

5.6.2 Boot Settings Configuration

Boot Settings Configuration

Quick Boot [Enabled] AddOn ROM Display Mode [Force BIOS] Bootup Num-Lock [On] PS/2 Mouse Support [Auto] Wait for ‘F1’ If Error [Enabled] Hit ‘DEL’ Message Display [Enabled] Interrupt 19 Capture [Disabled]

Allows BIOS to skip certain tests while booting. This will decrease the time needed to boot the system.

Quick Boot [Enabled]

Enabling this item allows 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. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled]

AddOn ROM Display Mode [Force BIOS]

Sets the display mode for option ROM. Configuration options: [Force BIOS] [Keep Current]

Bootup Num-Lock [On]

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

PS/2 Mouse Support [Auto]

Allows you to enable or disable support for PS/2 mouse. Configuration options: [Auto] [Disabled] [Enabled]

Wait for ‘F1’ If Error [Enabled]

When set to [Enabled], the system waits for F1 key to be pressed when error occurs. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled]

Hit ‘DEL’ Message Display [Enabled]

When set to [Enabled], the system displays the message “Press DEL to run Setup” during POST. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled]

Interrupt 19 Capture [Disabled]

When set to [Enabled], this function allows the option ROMs to trap Interrupt 19. This is required by some PCI cards that provide a ROMbased setup utility. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]

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5.6.3 Security

The Security menu items allow you to change the system security settings. Select an item then press <Enter> to display the configuration options.

Security Settings

Supervisor Password Not Installed User Password Not Installed

Change Supervisor Password Change User Password Clear User Password

<Enter> to change password. <Enter> again to disable password.

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 have set a password, this item shows Installed.

To set a Supervisor Password:

1. Select the Change Supervisor Password item and press <Enter>.

2. On the password box that appears, type a password composed of at least six letters and/or numbers, then press <Enter>.

3. Confirm the password when prompted.

The message “Password Installed” appears after you successfully set your password. The Supervisor Password item now shows “Installed”. To change the supervisor password, follow the same steps as in setting a user password.

To clear the supervisor password, select the Change Supervisor Password then press Enter. The message “Password Uninstalled” appears.

After you set a supervisor password, the other items appear to allow you to change other security settings.

Security Settings

Supervisor Password Not Installed User Password Not Installed

Change Supervisor Password User Access Level [Full Access] Change User Password Password Check [Setup]

<Enter> to change password. <Enter> again to disable password.

User Access Level (Full Access]

Allows you to select the access restriction to the Setup items. Configuration options: [No Access] [View Only] [Limited] [Full Access]

No Access prevents user access to the Setup utility. View Only allows access but does not allow change to any field. Limited allows change to only selected fields, such as Date and Time. Full Access allows viewing and changing all the fields 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 have set a password, this item shows Installed.

To set a User Password:

1. Select the Change User Password item and press <Ente>r.

2. On the password box that appears, type a password composed of letters and/or numbers, then press Enter. Your password should have at least six characters.

3. Confirm the password when prompted.

The message “Password Installed” appears after you have successfully set your password. The User Password item now shows Installed. To change the user password, follow the same steps as in setting a user password

Clear User Password

Choose this option to immediately clear the user password,

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5.7 Exit menu

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

Exit Options

Exit & Save Changes Exit & Discard Changes Discard Changes

Load Setup Defaults

Exit system setup after saving the changes.

F10 key can be used for this operation.

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

Exit & Save Changes

Once you are finished making your selections, choose this option from the Exit menu to ensure the values you selected are saved to the CMOS RAM. The CMOS RAM is sustained by an onboard backup battery and stays on even when the PC is turned off. When you select this option, a confirmation window appears. Select [Yes] to save changes and exit.

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

Exit & Discard Changes

Select this option only if you do not want to save the changes that you made to the Setup program. If you made changes to fields other than system date, system time, and password, the BIOS asks for a confirmation before exiting.

Discard Changes

This option allows you to discard the selections you made and restore the previously saved values. After selecting this option, a confirmation appears. Select [Yes] to discard any changes and load the previously saved values.

Load Setup Defaults

This option allows you to load the default values for each of the parameters on the Setup menus. When you select this option, or if you press <F5>, a confirmation window appears. Select [Yes] to load the default values. Select Exit & Save Changes or make other changes before saving the values to the non-volatile RAM.

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