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Pundit
Barebone System
Model PH3
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First edition V1First edition V1
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First edition V1First edition V1
February 2005February 2005
February 2005
February 2005February 2005
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Table of contents
Notices ................................................................................................ vi
Safety information ............................................................................. vii
About this guide ............................................................................... viii
System package contents ................................................................... x
Chapter 1: System IntroductionChapter 1: System Introduction
Chapter 1: System Introduction
Chapter 1: System IntroductionChapter 1: System Introduction
1.1 Welcome! .............................................................................. 1-2
1.2 Front panel ........................................................................... 1-2
1.3 Rear panel ............................................................................. 1-4
1.4 Internal components ............................................................ 1-6
Chapter 2: Basic InstallationChapter 2: Basic Installation
Chapter 2: Basic Installation
Chapter 2: Basic InstallationChapter 2: Basic Installation
2.1 Preparation ........................................................................... 2-2
2.2 Before you proceed .............................................................. 2-2
2.3 Removing the covers ............................................................ 2-3
2.3.1 Removing the system cover ................................... 2-3
2.3.2 Removing the front panel assembly ....................... 2-4
2.4 Installing a CPU ..................................................................... 2-5
2.4.1 Removing the CPU fan and heatsink assembly ....... 2-5
2.4.2 CPU installation ....................................................... 2-6
2.4.3 Reinstalling the CPU fan and heatsink assembly..... 2-8
2.5 Installing a DIMM ................................................................... 2-9
2.5.1 Memory configurations ........................................... 2-9
2.5.2 Installing a DIMM ................................................... 2-11
2.5.3 Removing a DIMM ................................................. 2-11
2.6 Installing an expansion card ............................................... 2-12
2.6.1 Expansion slots ..................................................... 2-12
2.6.2 Expansion card installation ................................... 2-13
2.7 Installing an optical drive .................................................... 2-15
2.8 Removing the card reader ..................................................2-17
2.9 Installing hard disk drives (HDDs).......................................2-18
2.9.1 Hard disk drive bays ............................................. 2-18
2.9.2 SATA hard disk drive installation .......................... 2-18
2.9.3 IDE hard disk drive installation .............................. 2-20
2.9.4 Uninstalling a hard disk drive ................................ 2-20
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2.10 Replacing the covers .......................................................... 2-21
2.10.1 Replacing the front panel assembly......................2-21
2.10.2 Replacing the system cover ................................. 2-22
2.11 Installing the foot stands ................................................... 2-23
2.12 Selecting the voltage ......................................................... 2-24
2.13 Connecting external devices .............................................. 2-24
Chapter 3: Getting startedChapter 3: Getting started
Chapter 3: Getting started
Chapter 3: Getting startedChapter 3: Getting started
3.1 Installing an operating system ............................................. 3-2
3.2 Support CD information ........................................................ 3-2
3.2.1 Running the support CD ......................................... 3-2
3.2.2 Drivers menu .......................................................... 3-3
3.2.3 Utilities menu .......................................................... 3-4
3.2.4 ASUS contact information ...................................... 3-5
3.2.5 Other information ................................................... 3-6
Chapter 4: Motherboard infoChapter 4: Motherboard info
Chapter 4: Motherboard info
Chapter 4: Motherboard infoChapter 4: Motherboard info
4.1 Motherboard overview .......................................................... 4-2
4.2 Jumpers ................................................................................ 4-3
4.3 Connectors ........................................................................... 4-5
4.3.1 Rear panel connectors ............................................ 4-5
4.3.2 Internal connectors................................................. 4-5
Chapter 5: BIOS setupChapter 5: BIOS setup
Chapter 5: BIOS setup
Chapter 5: BIOS setupChapter 5: BIOS setup
5.1 Managing and updating your BIOS ........................................ 5-2
5.1.1 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 2 utility ................................ 5-2
5.1.2 ASUS Update utility ................................................ 5-3
5.2 BIOS setup program ............................................................. 5-6
5.2.3 Navigation keys ...................................................... 5-6
5.2.1 BIOS menu screen ................................................... 5-6
5.2.2 Menu bar ................................................................. 5-7
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5.2.4 Menu items ............................................................. 5-8
5.2.5 Sub-menu items ..................................................... 5-8
5.2.6 Configuration fields ................................................ 5-8
5.2.7 Pop-up window ....................................................... 5-8
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5.2.8 Scroll bar ................................................................ 5-8
5.2.9 General help ............................................................ 5-8
5.3 Main menu ............................................................................ 5-9
5.3.1 System Time ........................................................... 5-9
5.3.2 System Date ........................................................... 5-9
5.3.3 Legacy Diskette A .................................................. 5-9
5.3.4 Primary, Third, and Fourth IDE Master/Slave ........ 5-10
5.3.5 IDE Configuration .................................................. 5-11
5.3.6 System Information ..............................................5-12
5.4 Advanced menu .................................................................. 5-13
5.4.1 USB Configuration.................................................5-13
5.4.2 CPU Configuration ................................................. 5-14
5.4.3 Advanced Chipset Settings .................................. 5-16
5.4.4 Onboard Devices Configuration ............................5-17
2.4.5 PCI PnP ................................................................. 5-19
5.5 Power menu ........................................................................ 5-20
5.5.1 Suspend Mode ...................................................... 5-20
5.5.2 Repost Video on S3 Resume ................................ 5-20
5.5.3 ACPI 2.0 Support .................................................. 5-20
5.5.4 ACPI APIC Support ................................................ 5-21
5.5.5 APM Configuration ................................................ 5-21
5.5.6 Hardware Monitor ................................................. 5-22
5.6 Boot menu .......................................................................... 5-24
5.6.1 Boot Device Priority .............................................. 5-24
5.6.2 Removable Drives ................................................. 5-25
5.6.3 Boot Settings Configuration ................................. 5-25
5.6.4 Security ................................................................ 5-26
5.7 Exit menu ........................................................................... 5-29
Appendix:Appendix:
Appendix:
Appendix:Appendix:
CPU featuresCPU features
CPU features
CPU featuresCPU features
A.1 Intel® EM64T ........................................................................ A-2
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A.2 Enhanced Intel SpeedStep
Technology (EIST) .................... A-2
A.2.1 System requirements ............................................. A-2
A.2.2 Using the EIST ........................................................ A-3
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A.3 Intel
Hyper-Threading Technology ...................................... A-4
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Notices
Federal Communications Commission StatementFederal Communications Commission Statement
Federal Communications Commission Statement
Federal Communications Commission StatementFederal Communications Commission Statement
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to
the following two conditions:
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This device may not cause harmful interference, and
•
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.
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Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
WARNING!WARNING!
WARNING! The use of shielded cables for connection of the monitor to
WARNING!WARNING!
the graphics card is required to assure compliance with FCC regulations.
Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by the
party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to
operate this equipment.
Canadian Department of Communications StatementCanadian Department of Communications Statement
Canadian Department of Communications Statement
Canadian Department of Communications StatementCanadian Department of Communications Statement
This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for radio noise
emissions from digital apparatus set out in the Radio Interference
Regulations of the Canadian Department of Communications.
This class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.This class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
This class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
This class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.This class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
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Safety information
Electrical safetyElectrical safety
Electrical safety
Electrical safetyElectrical safety
•
To prevent electrical shock hazard, disconnect the power cable from the
electrical outlet before relocating the system.
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When adding or removing devices to or from the system, ensure that the
power cables for the devices are unplugged before the signal cables are
connected.
•
If the power supply is broken, do not try to fix it by yourself. Contact a
qualified service technician or your retailer.
Operation safetyOperation safety
Operation safety
Operation safetyOperation safety
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Before installing devices into the system, carefully read all the
documentation that came with the package.
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Before using the product, make sure all cables are correctly connected
and the power cables are not damaged. If you detect any damage,
contact your dealer immediately.
•
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 WarningLithium-Ion Battery Warning
Lithium-Ion Battery Warning
Lithium-Ion Battery WarningLithium-Ion Battery Warning
CAUTIONCAUTION
CAUTION: Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced.
CAUTIONCAUTION
Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the
manufacturer. Dispose of used batteries according to the
manufacturerís instructions.
VORSICHTVORSICHT
VORSICHT: Explosionsgetahr bei unsachgemäßen Austausch der
VORSICHTVORSICHT
Batterie. Ersatz nur durch denselben oder einem vom Hersteller
empfohlenem ähnljchen Typ. Entsorgung gebrauchter Batterien nach
Angaben des Herstellers.
LASER PRODUCT WARNINGLASER PRODUCT WARNING
LASER PRODUCT WARNING
LASER PRODUCT WARNINGLASER PRODUCT WARNING
CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCTCLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT
CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT
CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCTCLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT
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About this guide
AudienceAudience
Audience
AudienceAudience
This guide provides general information and installation instructions about
the ASUS Pundit-PH3 barebone system. This guide is intended for
experienced users and integrators with hardware knowledge of personal
computers.
How this guide is organizedHow this guide is organized
How this guide is organized
How this guide is organizedHow this guide is organized
This guide contains the following parts:
1.1.
Chapter 1: System introductionChapter 1: System introduction
1.
Chapter 1: System introduction
1.1.
Chapter 1: System introductionChapter 1: System introduction
This chapter gives a general description of the barebone system. The
chapter lists the system features including introduction on the front
and rear panel, and internal components.
2.2.
Chapter 2: Basic installationChapter 2: Basic installation
2.
Chapter 2: Basic installation
2.2.
Chapter 2: Basic installationChapter 2: Basic installation
This chapter provides step-by-step instructions on how to install
components in the system.
3.3.
Chapter 3: Getting startedChapter 3: Getting started
3.
Chapter 3: Getting started
3.3.
Chapter 3: Getting startedChapter 3: Getting started
This chapter helps you power up the system and install drivers and
utilities from the support CD.
4.4.
Chapter 4: Motherboard infoChapter 4: Motherboard info
4.
Chapter 4: Motherboard info
4.4.
Chapter 4: Motherboard infoChapter 4: Motherboard info
This chapter gives information about the motherboard that comes
with the system. This chapter includes the motherboard layout,
jumper settings, and connector locations.
5.5.
Chapter 5: BIOS setupChapter 5: BIOS setup
5.
Chapter 5: BIOS setup
5.5.
Chapter 5: BIOS setupChapter 5: BIOS setup
This chapter tells how to change system settings through the BIOS
Setup menus and describes the BIOS parameters.
6.6.
Appendix: CPU featuresAppendix: CPU features
6.
Appendix: CPU features
6.6.
Appendix: CPU featuresAppendix: CPU features
The Appendix describes the CPU features and technologies that the
motherboard supports.
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Conventions used in this guideConventions used in this guide
Conventions used in this guide
Conventions used in this guideConventions used in this guide
WARNING: WARNING:
WARNING: Information to prevent injury to yourself when
WARNING: WARNING:
trying to complete a task.
CAUTION: CAUTION:
CAUTION: Information to prevent damage to the components
CAUTION: CAUTION:
when trying to complete a task.
IMPORTANT: IMPORTANT:
IMPORTANT: Instructions that you MUST follow to complete a
IMPORTANT: IMPORTANT:
task.
NOTE: NOTE:
NOTE: Tips and additional information to aid in completing a
NOTE: NOTE:
task.
Where to find more informationWhere to find more information
Where to find more information
Where to find more informationWhere to find more information
Refer to the following sources for additional information and for product
and software updates.
1.1.
ASUS WebsitesASUS Websites
1.
ASUS Websites
1.1.
ASUS WebsitesASUS Websites
The ASUS websites worldwide provide updated information on ASUS
hardware and software products. Refer to the ASUS contact
information.
2.2.
Optional DocumentationOptional Documentation
2.
Optional Documentation
2.2.
Optional DocumentationOptional Documentation
Your product package may include optional documentation, such as
warranty flyers, that may have been added by your dealer. These
documents are not part of the standard package.
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System package contents
Check your Pundit-PH3 system package for the following items.
If any of the items is damaged or missing, contact your retailer
immediately.
1.1.
ASUS Pundit-PH3 barebone system withASUS Pundit-PH3 barebone system with
1.
ASUS Pundit-PH3 barebone system with
1.1.
ASUS Pundit-PH3 barebone system withASUS Pundit-PH3 barebone system with
• ASUS motherboard
• 275 W PFC power supply unit
• CPU fan and heatsink assembly
• 6-in-1 storage card reader
2.2.
AccessoriesAccessories
2.
Accessories
2.2.
AccessoriesAccessories
• Foot stand and screw (1 pair) for vertical placement
• Rubber stand (x 4) for horizontal placement
• Hard disk drive screw (x 8)
• Optical drive screw (x 2)
• Cover screw (x 2)
• Rubber washer (x 8)
3.3.
CablesCables
3.
Cables
3.3.
CablesCables
• AC power cable
• Serial ATA signal cable (x 2)
4.4.
Support CDSupport CD
4.
Support CD
4.4.
Support CDSupport CD
5.5.
User guideUser guide
5.
User guide
5.5.
User guideUser guide
6.6.
Optional componentOptional component
6.
Optional component
6.6.
Optional componentOptional component
• Optical drive
(CD-ROM/CD-RW/DVD-ROM/DVD-RW)
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Chapter 1
This chapter gives a general
description of the barebone
system. The chapter lists the
system features including
introduction on the front and rear
panel, and internal components.
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1.1 Welcome!
Thank you for choosing the ASUS Pundit-PH3!
The ASUS Pundit-PH3 is an all-in-one barebone system with powerful and
flexible features.
The system comes in a stylish mini-tower casing, and powered by the ASUS
®
motherboard that supports the Intel
Pentium® 4 processor in the 775-land
package with 800 MHz FSB and up to 4 GB system memory.
With audio capabilities, extensive connectivity, and Fast Ethernet LAN,
Pundit-PH3 is designed for the sophisticated. The system’s ergonomic
design allows vertical or horizontal placement so you can maximize your
desktop space.
With these and many more, the Pundit-PH3 definitely delivers the cutting
edge technology for your computing and multimedia needs.
1.2 Front panel
The front panel includes the system and audio control buttons and LEDs.
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Power button Power button
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Power button
1.1.
Power button Power button
2.2.
Power LED Power LED
2.
Power LED
2.2.
Power LED Power LED
3.3.
HDD LED HDD LED
3.
HDD LED
3.3.
HDD LED HDD LED
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. This LED lights up when data is being read from or
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. Press this button to turn the system on or off.
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. This LED lights up to indicate that the system is ON.
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written to the hard disk drive.
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5.25-inch drive bay cover. 5.25-inch drive bay cover.
4.
5.25-inch drive bay cover. This covers the 5.25-inch drive bay
4.4.
5.25-inch drive bay cover. 5.25-inch drive bay cover.
for an optical drive.
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5.5.
Memory StickMemory Stick
5.
Memory Stick
5.5.
Memory StickMemory Stick
/Memory Stick Pro™ card slot. /Memory Stick Pro™ card slot.
/Memory Stick Pro™ card slot. This slot is for
/Memory Stick Pro™ card slot. /Memory Stick Pro™ card slot.
a Memory Stick®/Memory Stick Pro™ storage card.
6.6.
SmartMediaSmartMedia
6.
SmartMedia
6.6.
SmartMediaSmartMedia
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card slot card slot
card slot
card slot card slot
. .
. This slot is for a SmartMedia
. .
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card.
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7.7.
Card reader LED. Card reader LED.
7.
Card reader LED. This LED lights up when data is being read from
7.7.
Card reader LED. Card reader LED.
or written to a storage card inserted in any of the card reader slots.
8.8.
Secure Digital™/MultimediaCard slot Secure Digital™/MultimediaCard slot
8.
Secure Digital™/MultimediaCard slot
8.8.
Secure Digital™/MultimediaCard slot Secure Digital™/MultimediaCard slot
. .
. This slot is for a
. .
Secure Digital™/MultimediaCard storage card.
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9.9.
CompactFlashCompactFlash
9.
CompactFlash
9.9.
CompactFlashCompactFlash
®®
card slot card slot
card slot
card slot card slot
..
. This slot is for a CompactFlash
..
storage card.
Use and format a storage card according to the documentation that
comes with it.
10.10.
Headphone port Headphone port
10.
Headphone port
10.10.
Headphone port Headphone port
. .
. This port is a combined headphone (Line Out)
. .
and S/PDIF Out port. The port functions as audio Line Out when you
connect a headphone with a stereo mini-plug. The port functions as
S/PDIF Out port when you connect an external audio output device
that supports the S/PDIF feature.
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11.11.
Microphone port Microphone port
11.
Microphone port
11.11.
Microphone port Microphone port
12.12.
4-pin IEEE 1394a port 4-pin IEEE 1394a port
12.
4-pin IEEE 1394a port
12.12.
4-pin IEEE 1394a port 4-pin IEEE 1394a port
. .
. This Mic (pink) port connects a microphone.
. .
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. This port provides high-speed
..
connectivity for IEEE 1394a-compliant audio/video devices, storage
peripherals, and other PC devices.
13.13.
USB 2.0 ports USB 2.0 ports
13.
USB 2.0 ports
13.13.
USB 2.0 ports 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 connector and several I/O ports
that allow convenient connection of devices.
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Cover screws. Cover screws.
1.
Cover screws. Secures the system cover.
1.1.
Cover screws. Cover screws.
2.2.
PS/2 mouse port PS/2 mouse port
2.
PS/2 mouse port . This green 6-pin connector is for a PS/2 mouse.
2.2.
PS/2 mouse port PS/2 mouse port
3.3.
Parallel port Parallel port
3.
Parallel port
3.3.
Parallel port Parallel port
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4.4.
Air vents.Air vents.
4.
Air vents. Provide ventilation for the system.
4.4.
Air vents.Air vents.
5.5.
6-pin IEEE 1394a port 6-pin IEEE 1394a port
5.
6-pin IEEE 1394a port
5.5.
6-pin IEEE 1394a port 6-pin IEEE 1394a port
. .
. Provides high-speed connectivity for
. .
IEEE 1394a-compliant audio/video devices, storage peripherals, and
other consumer electronic devices.
6.6.
LAN (RJ-45) port LAN (RJ-45) port
6.
LAN (RJ-45) port
6.6.
LAN (RJ-45) port LAN (RJ-45) port
. .
. This port allows Fast Ethernet connection to
. .
a Local Area Network (LAN) through a network hub.
7.7.
Line In port Line In port
7.
Line In port
7.7.
Line In port 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.
8.8.
Metal bracket lockMetal bracket lock
8.
Metal bracket lock. Secures the expansion slot/card metal
8.8.
Metal bracket lockMetal bracket lock
brackets.
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9.9.
Voltage selector.Voltage selector.
9.
Voltage selector. Allows you to adjust the system input voltage
9.9.
Voltage selector.Voltage selector.
according to the voltage supply in your area. See the “Voltage
selector” section on page 2-x before adjusting this switch.
10.10.
Power connector.Power connector.
10.
Power connector. Connects the power plug is for the power cable
10.10.
Power connector.Power connector.
and plug.
11.11.
PS/2 keyboard port PS/2 keyboard port
11.
PS/2 keyboard port
11.11.
PS/2 keyboard port PS/2 keyboard port
. This purple 6-pin connector is for a PS/2
keyboard.
12.12.
Serial portSerial port
12.
Serial port
12.12.
Serial portSerial port
. Connects a mouse, modem, or other devices that
conforms with serial specification.
13.13.
VGA port VGA port
13.
VGA port
13.13.
VGA port VGA port
. .
. Connects a VGA monitor.
. .
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14.14.
USB 2.0 ports USB 2.0 ports
14.
USB 2.0 ports
14.14.
USB 2.0 ports 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.
15.15.
Line Out port Line Out port
15.
Line Out port
15.15.
Line Out port 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.
16.16.
Microphone port Microphone port
16.
Microphone port
16.16.
Microphone port Microphone port
. .
. This Microphone (pink) port connects a
. .
microphone. In 4/6-channel mode, the function of this port becomes
Surround Speaker.
The functions of the Line Out, Line In, and Microphone ports change
when you select the 6-channel configuration. Refer to the table below
for audio ports function variation.
Audio ports function variationAudio ports function variation
Audio ports function variation
Audio ports function variationAudio ports function variation
PortPort
Port
PortPort
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
17.17.
PCI slot metal brackets.PCI slot metal brackets.
17.
PCI slot metal brackets. Covers the PCI Express x16, x1, and PCI slots.
17.17.
PCI slot metal brackets.PCI slot metal brackets.
18.18.
Power fan vents.Power fan vents.
18.
Power fan vents. Provide ventilation for the power supply unit.
18.18.
Power fan vents.Power fan vents.
Headphone/2-ChannelHeadphone/2-Channel
Headphone/2-Channel
Headphone/2-ChannelHeadphone/2-Channel
4-Channel4-Channel
4-Channel
4-Channel4-Channel
6-Channel6-Channel
6-Channel
6-Channel6-Channel
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1.4 Internal components
The illustration below is the internal view of the system when you remove
the top cover and the chassis support bracket. The installed components
are labeled for your reference. Proceed to Chapter 2 for instructions on
installing additional system components.
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1. 5.25-inch empty optical drive bay
2. Front panel cover
3. Optical drive lock
4. Hard disk drive bays
5. Hard disk drive lock
6. Power supply unit
7. PCI Express x1 slot
8. PCI slots
9. PCI Express x16 slot
10. ASUS motherboard
11. Metal bracket lock
12. LGA775 socket (under the CPU fan and heatsink assembly)
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13. CPU fan and heatsink assembly
14. DIMM sockets
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Chapter 2
This chapter provides step-by-step
instructions on how to install
components in the system.
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2.1 Preparation
Before you proceed, make sure that you have all the components you plan
to install in the system.
Basic components to installBasic components to install
Basic components to install
Basic components to installBasic components to install
1. Central processing unit (CPU)
2. DDR Dual Inline Memory Module (DIMM)
3. Expansion card(s)
4. Hard disk drive
5. Optical drive
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 system 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.
®
SB_PWR1
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Onboard LED
ON
Standby
Power
OFF
Powered
Off
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2.3 Removing the covers
2.3.12.3.1
2.3.1
2.3.12.3.1
To remove the cover and metal chassis support:
1. On the rear panel, locate the
two thumb screws that secure
the cover to the chassis.
3. Slightly pull the cover toward
the rear panel until the cover
hooks disengages from the
chassis holes.
Removing the system coverRemoving the system cover
Removing the system cover
Removing the system coverRemoving the system cover
2. Remove the cover screws.
Keep the screws for later use.
4. Lift the system cover, then
set aside.
5. Lift the expansion card lock to
a 90º-100º angle.
6. Lift the chassis support
bracket to a 45º angle,
then carefully pull to
release. Set the chassis
support bracket aside.
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2.3.22.3.2
2.3.2
2.3.22.3.2
Removing the front panel assemblyRemoving the front panel assembly
Removing the front panel assembly
Removing the front panel assemblyRemoving the front panel assembly
To remove the front panel assembly:
1. Place the system vertically.
2. Locate the front panel
assembly hooks.
4. Swing the left edge of the
front panel assembly outward.
3. Pull the hooks outward to
release the front panel
assembly.
5. Unhook the hinge-like tabs
from the holes on the right side
of the chassis to detach.
Hinge-like tabsHinge-like tabs
Hinge-like tabs
Hinge-like tabsHinge-like tabs
Do not use too much force when removing the front panel assembly.
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2.4 Installing a CPU
The ASUS motherboard comes with a surface mount LGA775 socket
designed for the Intel® Pentium® 4 processor in the 775-land package.
2.4.12.4.1
2.4.1
2.4.12.4.1
The system package includes a pre-installed proprietary CPU fan and
heatsink assembly to ensure optimum thermal condition and performance.
To uninstall the CPU heatsink and fan:
1. Disconnect the CPU fan cable
from the CPU fan connector
on the motherboard.
2. Rotate each fastener
counterclockwise.
Removing the CPU fan and heatsink assemblyRemoving the CPU fan and heatsink assembly
Removing the CPU fan and heatsink assembly
Removing the CPU fan and heatsink assemblyRemoving the CPU fan and heatsink assembly
DO NOT DO NOT
DO NOT replace the proprietary CPU fan and heatsink with other
DO NOT DO NOT
models.
3. Pull up two fasteners at a time
in a diagonal sequence to
disengage the heatsink and
fan assembly from the
motherboard.
4. Carefully remove the heatsink
and fan assembly from the
motherboard.
5. Rotate each fastener
clockwise to ensure correct
orientation when reinstalling.
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2.4.22.4.2
2.4.2
2.4.22.4.2
Installing the CPUInstalling the CPU
Installing the CPU
Installing the CPUInstalling the CPU
CPU installationCPU installation
CPU installation
CPU installationCPU installation
• Your boxed Intel® Pentium® 4 LGA775 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.
•
Check your motherboard to make sure that the socket contacts are
not bent. Contact your retailer immediately if you see any damage
to the socket contacts/motherboard components. ASUS will
shoulder the cost of repair only if the damage is shipment/
transit-related.
• The product warranty does not cover damage to the socket
contacts resulting from incorrect CPU installation or removal.
To install a CPU:
1. Locate the CPU socket on the
motherboard.
3. Lift the load lever in the
direction of the arrow to a
135º angle.
2. Press the load lever with your
thumb (A), then move it to
the left (B) until it is released
from the retention tab.
AA
A
AA
BB
B
BB
Retention tabRetention tab
Retention tab
Retention tabRetention tab
Load leverLoad lever
Load lever
Load leverLoad lever
4. Lift the load plate with your
thumb and forefinger to a
100º angle.
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5. Position the CPU over the
socket, making sure that the
gold triangle is on the
bottom-left corner of the
socket. The socket alignment
key should fit into the CPU
notch.
6. Close the load plate.
Alignment keyAlignment key
Alignment key
Alignment keyAlignment key
7. Push the load lever until it
snaps into the retention tab.
The motherboard supports Intel® Pentium® 4 LGA775 processors with
the Intel® Enhanced Memory 64 Technology (EM64T), Enhanced Intel
SpeedStep® Technology (EIST), and Hyper-Threading Technology. Refer
to the Appendix for more information on these CPU features.
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2.4.32.4.3
2.4.3
2.4.32.4.3
Reinstalling the CPU fan and heatsinkReinstalling the CPU fan and heatsink
Reinstalling the CPU fan and heatsink
Reinstalling the CPU fan and heatsinkReinstalling the CPU fan and heatsink
assemblyassembly
assembly
assemblyassembly
To reinstall the CPU fan and heatsink assembly:
1. Place the heatsink on top of the
installed CPU, making sure that
the four fasteners match the
holes on the motherboard.
Orient the heatsink and fan
assembly such that the CPU
fan cable is closest to the CPU
fan connector.
FastenerFastener
Fastener
FastenerFastener
Motherboard holeMotherboard hole
Motherboard hole
Motherboard holeMotherboard hole
Narrow endNarrow end
Narrow end
Narrow endNarrow end
of the grooveof the groove
of the groove
of the grooveof the groove
Make sure to orient each fastener with the narrow end of the groove
pointing outward. (The photo shows the groove shaded for emphasis.)
2. Push down two fasteners at a
time in a diagonal sequence to
secure the heatsink and fan
assembly in place.
3. Connect the CPU fan cable to the
connector on the motherboard
labeled CPU_FAN1.
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2.5 Installing a DIMM
The system motherboard comes with two Double Data Rate (DDR) Dual
Inline Memory Module (DIMM) sockets.
The following figure illustrates the location of the sockets:
DIMM_A2
DIMM_A1
®
DIMM_B1
DIMM_B2
184-Pin DDR DIMM Sockets
ChannelChannel
Channel
ChannelChannel
Channel AChannel A
Channel A
Channel AChannel A
Channel BChannel B
Channel B
Channel BChannel B
2.5.12.5.1
2.5.1
2.5.12.5.1
DIMM_A1 and DIMM_A2DIMM_A1 and DIMM_A2
DIMM_A1 and DIMM_A2
DIMM_A1 and DIMM_A2DIMM_A1 and DIMM_A2
DIMM_B1 and DIMM_B2DIMM_B1 and DIMM_B2
DIMM_B1 and DIMM_B2
DIMM_B1 and DIMM_B2DIMM_B1 and DIMM_B2
Memory configurationsMemory configurations
Memory configurations
Memory configurationsMemory configurations
SocketsSockets
Sockets
SocketsSockets
You may install up to 4 GB system memory using 256 MB, 512 MB, and
1 GB DDR DIMMs.
• Installing DDR DIMMS other than the recommended configurations
may cause memory sizing error or system boot failure. Use any of
the recommended configurations in the table on the next page.
• Install only
identical identical
identical (the same type and size) DDR DIMM in
identical identical
DIMM_A and DIMM_B.
• Always install DIMMs with the same CAS latency. For optimum
compatibility, we recommend that you obtain memory modules from
the same vendor.
• Due to chipset resource allocation, the system may detect less than
4 GB system memory when you installed four 1 GB DDR memory.
• This motherboard does not support memory modules made up of
128 Mb chips or double-sided x16 memory modules.
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DDR400 Qualified Vendors ListDDR400 Qualified Vendors List
DDR400 Qualified Vendors List
DDR400 Qualified Vendors ListDDR400 Qualified Vendors List
SizeSize
Size
SizeSize
256 MB KINGSTON KVR400X64C3A/256 Hynix SS HY5DU56822BT-D43 —•••
512 MB KINGSTON KVR400X64C3A/512 Hynix DS HY5DU56822BT-D43 —•••
256 MB KINGSTON KVR400X64C3A/256 Infineon SS HYB25D256800BT-5B —•••
512 MB KINGSTON KVR400X64C3A/512 Infineon DS HYB25D256809BT-5B —•••
256 MB KINGSTON KVR400X64C3A/256 KINGSTON SS D3208DL2T-5 —•••
512 MB KINGSTON KVR400X64C3A/512 KINGSTON DS D328DIB-50 —•••
512 MB KINGSTON KHX3200A/512 N/A DS Heat-Sink Package —••
256 MB SAMSUNG M368L3223ETM-CCC SAMSUNG SS K4H560838E-TCCC —•••
512 MB SAMSUNG M368L6423ETM-CCC SAMSUNG DS K4H560838E-TCCC 3 ••
256 MB SAMSUNG M368L3223FTN-CCC SAMSUNG SS K4H560838F-TCCC 3 ••
512 MB SAMSUNG M368L6423FTN-CCC SAMSUNG DS K4H560838F-TCCC —••
256 MB Hynix HYMD232646B8J-D43 AA Hynix SS HY5DU56822BT-D43 3 •• •
512 MB Hynix HYMD264646B8J-D43 AA Hynix DS HY5DU56822BT-D43 —•••
256 MB MICRON MT8VDDT3264AG-40BCB MICRON SS MT46V32M8TG-5BC —•••
512 MB MICRON MT16VDDT6464AG-40BCB MICRON DS MT46V32M8TG-5BC —•••
256 MB Infineon HYS64D32300GU-5-B Infineon SS HYB25D256800BT-5B 3 •• •
512 MB Infineon HYS64D64320GU-5-B Infineon DS HYB25D256800BT-5B 3 ••
256 MB Infineon HYS64D32300HU-5-C Infineon SS HYB25D256800CE-5C 3 •• •
512 MB Infineon HYS64D64320HU-5-C Infineon DS HYB25D256800CE-5C —•••
256 MB CORSAIR CMX256A-3200C2PT Winbond SS W942508BH-5 2 •• •
512 MB CORSAIR CMX512-3200C2 Winbond DS Heat-Sink Package 2 •• •
512 MB CORSAIR VS512MB400 VALUE seLecTDS VS32M8-5 2.5 •• •
VendorVendor
Vendor
VendorVendor
ModelModel
Model
ModelModel
BrandBrand
Brand
BrandBrand
Side(s)Side(s)
Side(s)
Side(s)Side(s)
ComponentComponent
Component
ComponentComponent
(optional) (optional)
(optional)
(optional) (optional)
DIMM support DIMM support
DIMM support
DIMM support DIMM support
CLCL
CL
CLCL
AA
BB
A
B
AA
BB
CC
C
CC
SSSS
S S - Single-sided
SSSS
DSDS
D S - Double-sided
DSDS
CLCL
C L- CAS Latency
CLCL
DIMM support:DIMM support:
DIMM support:
DIMM support:DIMM support:
A A
A - supports one module inserted into either slot, in a Single-channel memory
A A
configuration.
BB
B - supports one pair of modules inserted into either the blue slots or the black
BB
slots as one pair of Dual-channel memory configuration.
C C
C - supports four modules inserted into the blue and black slots as two pairs of
C C
Dual-channel memory configuration.
Visit the ASUS website (www.asus.com) for the latest DDR Qualified
Vendors List.
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2.5.22.5.2
2.5.2
2.5.22.5.2
Installing a DIMMInstalling a DIMM
Installing a DIMM
Installing a DIMMInstalling a DIMM
Make sure to unplug the power supply before adding or removing DIMMs
or other system components. Failure to do so may cause severe damage
to both the motherboard and the components.
Follow these steps to install a DIMM.
1. Locate the DIMM sockets in the
motherboard.
2. Unlock a DIMM 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.
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.
UnlockedUnlocked
Unlocked
UnlockedUnlocked
retaining clipretaining clip
retaining clip
retaining clipretaining clip
DDR DIMM notchDDR DIMM notch
DDR DIMM notch
DDR DIMM notchDDR DIMM notch
4. Firmly insert the DIMM into the
socket until the retaining clips
snap back in place and the DIMM is
properly seated.
2.5.32.5.3
2.5.3
2.5.32.5.3
Removing a DIMMRemoving a DIMM
Removing a DIMM
Removing a DIMMRemoving a DIMM
Follow these steps to remove a DIMM.
1. Simultaneously press the
retaining clips outward to unlock
the DIMM.
Support the DIMM lightly with your fingers when pressing the retaining
clips. The DIMM might get damaged when it flips out with extra force.
LockedLocked
Locked
LockedLocked
retaining clipretaining clip
retaining clip
retaining clipretaining clip
2. Remove the DIMM from the socket.
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2.6 Installing an expansion card
In the future, you may need to install expansion cards. The motherboard
has two PCI, one PCI Express™ x1, and one PCI Express™ x16 slot. The
following sub-sections describe the slots and the expansion cards that they
support.
The system supports
x1 cards. You can only install low profile expansion cards on this system.
Ask your retailer for details.
2.6.12.6.1
2.6.1
2.6.12.6.1
PCI slotsPCI slots
PCI slots
PCI slotsPCI slots
The PCI slots support cards such as a LAN card, SCSI card, USB card, and
other cards that comply with PCI specifications.
PCI Express x16 slotPCI Express x16 slot
PCI Express x16 slot
PCI Express x16 slotPCI Express x16 slot
This motherboard supports PCI Express x16 graphic cards that comply with
the PCI Express specifications. The following figure shows a graphics card
installed on the PCI Express x16 slot.
PCI Express x1 slotPCI Express x1 slot
PCI Express x1 slot
PCI Express x1 slotPCI Express x1 slot
This motherboard supports PCI Express x1 network cards, SCSI cards and
other cards that comply with the PCI Express specifications. The following
figure shows a network card installed on the PCI Express x1 slot.
Expansion slotsExpansion slots
Expansion slots
Expansion slotsExpansion slots
low profile low profile
l o w p r o f i l e PCI, PCI Express x16, and PCI Express
low profile low profile
Before installing an expansion card, read the documentation that came
with it and make the necessary hardware settings for the card.
2.6.22.6.2
2.6.2
2.6.22.6.2
To install an expansion card:
1. Lay the system on its side on a
flat and stable surface.
2. Lift the expansion card lock to a
90º-100º angle, then remove the
chassis support bracket.
Expansion card installationExpansion card installation
Expansion card installation
Expansion card installationExpansion card installation
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.
Expansion card lockExpansion card lock
Expansion card lock
Expansion card lockExpansion card lock
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3. Remove the metal cover opposite
the slot that you intend to use.
PCI Express x1 slotPCI Express x1 slot
PCI Express x1 slot
PCI Express x1 slotPCI Express x1 slot
PCI slotsPCI slots
PCI slots
PCI slotsPCI slots
4. Align the card connector with the
slot and press firmly until the card
is completely seated on the slot.
PCI Express x16 slotPCI Express x16 slot
PCI Express x16 slot
PCI Express x16 slotPCI Express x16 slot
5. If you have already installed a
hard disk drive, replace the
chassis support bracket;
otherwise, install other
components before replacing the
chassis support bracket.
6. Replace the expansion card lock
to secure the card to the chassis.
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Standard interrupt assignmentsStandard interrupt assignments
Standard interrupt assignments
Standard interrupt assignmentsStandard interrupt assignments
IRQIRQ
IRQ
IRQIRQ
0 System Timer
1 Keyboard Controller
2 Programmable Interrupt
4 Communications Port (COM1)
6 Floppy Disk Controller
7* Printer Port (LPT1)
8 System CMOS/Real Time Clock
9* ACPI Mode when used
10* IRQ Holder for PCI Steering
11* IRQ Holder for PCI Steering
12* PS/2 Compatible Mouse Port
13 Numeric Data Processor
14* Primary IDE Channel
* These IRQs are usually available for ISA or PCI devices.
IRQ assignments for the system motherboardIRQ assignments for the system motherboard
IRQ assignments for the system motherboard
IRQ assignments for the system motherboardIRQ assignments for the system motherboard
PCI slot 1 —— ———used ——
PCI slot 2 —— ————used —
PCI Express x16 slot shared ———————
PCI Express x1 slot1 — shared ——————
Onboard USB controller 1 —— —————shared
Onboard USB controller 2 —— —shared ————
Onboard USB controller 3 ——shared —— — — —
Onboard USB controller 4 shared ———————
Onboard USB 2.0 controller —— —————shared
Onboard LAN controller —— ——shared ———
Onboard Audio controller shared ———————
Standard FunctionStandard Function
Standard Function
Standard FunctionStandard Function
AA
A
AA
BB
B
BB
CC
C
CC
DD
D
DD
EE
E
EE
FF
F
FF
GG
G
GG
HH
H
HH
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“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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2.7 Installing an optical drive
The system comes with a 5.25-inch drive bay for an optical drive.
If you plan to install an IDE hard disk drive, set the optical drive as a
slave device before installing it to the system. Refer to the optical drive
documentation for details on how to set the drive as slave device.
To install an optical drive:
1. Remove the front panel assembly following the instructions in section
“2.3.2 Removing the front panel assembly”.
2. Drive a screw on the top right
screw hole on both sides of
the drive. The screw holes are
approximately 5 cm from the
drive front panel and 2 cm
from the drive base.
3. Lay the system on its side in a
flat and stable surface.
22
2
22
22
2
22
4. Carefully pull the IDE and audio
cables and plugs out from the
bay until the cables are long
enough to connect to the drive.
5. Connect the IDE cable to the IDE
interface at the back of the
drive. Match the red stripe on
the cable with Pin 1 on the IDE
interface.
6. Connect the optical drive audio
cable to the 4-pin connector at
the back of the optical drive.
The IDE and audio plugs are pre-connected to the primary IDE and
internal audio connectors on the motherboard. If you disconnected these
plugs, refer to page 4-5 and 4-7 for their respective locations.
IDE cableIDE cable
IDE cable
IDE cableIDE cable
and plugand plug
and plug
and plugand plug
Audio cableAudio cable
Audio cable
Audio cableAudio cable
and plugand plug
and plug
and plugand plug
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7. Carefully push the optical drive
all the way into the bay until the
optical drive lock clicks.
8. Connect a 4-pin power plug
from the power supply unit to
the power connector at the
back of the drive.
Uninstalling the optical driveUninstalling the optical drive
Uninstalling the optical drive
Uninstalling the optical driveUninstalling the optical drive
In the future, you may have to upgrade or replace a defective optical drive.
To uninstall the optical drive:
1. Remove the front panel assembly following the instructions in section
“2.3.2 Removing the front panel assembly”.
2. Locate the optical drive screw
lock.
3. Push the lock to release the
optical drive screw (A), then
slightly pull the drive out from
the bay (B).
4. Disconnect the IDE, audio, and
power cables and plugs from
the back of the drive.
5. Pull out the drive completely
from the bay, then replace it
following the instructions in
the previous section.
BB
B
BB
AA
A
AA
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2.8 Removing the card reader
In the future, you may have to remove or replace the 7-in-1 card reader.
To uninstall the card reader:
1. Remove the front panel assembly following the instructions in “2.3.2
Removing the front panel assembly”.
2. Locate the lock on both sides of
the card reader assembly.
3. Press the card reader lock
inwards(A), then slightly pull
the card reader assembly
outward (B) until the USB
cable and plug is exposed.
4. Disconnect the USB cable and
plug from the card reader
assembly, then set the card
reader assembly aside.
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2.9 Installing hard disk drives (HDDs)
The Pundit-PH3 system comes with two 3.5-inch drive bays (labeled 1
and 2) for installation of two Serial ATA hard disk drives or one IDE HDD
(if you have installed an optical drive).
2.9.12.9.1
2.9.1
2.9.12.9.1
Hard disk drive baysHard disk drive bays
Hard disk drive bays
Hard disk drive baysHard disk drive bays
The drive bays incorporate a
screw-less design that allows you to
install and remove a hard disk drive
without driving screws on the
chassis. Each drive bay has a HDD
screw lock and four screws rails (two
on each side of the bay) that trap
the HDD screws and secure the drive
in the place.
HDD screw lockHDD screw lock
HDD screw lock
HDD screw lockHDD screw lock
When installing
one one
one hard disk drive, install it on the upper HDD bay.
one one
Screw railsScrew rails
Screw rails
Screw railsScrew rails
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Screw railsScrew rails
Screw rails
Screw railsScrew rails
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SATA hard disk drive installationSATA hard disk drive installation
SATA hard disk drive installation
SATA hard disk drive installationSATA hard disk drive installation
To install a SATA hard disk drive:
1. Insert the rubber washers to
the HDD screws. Refer to the
illustration on the right.
2. Drive four screws (two on
each side of the drive) on the
drive screw holes.
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Rubber washer mat
Rubber washer matRubber washer mat
Rubber washerRubber washer
Rubber washer
Rubber washerRubber washer
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3. Connect one end of the
supplied 7-pin SATA cable to
the SATA connector at the
back of the drive, then
connect the other end to a
SATA connector on the
motherboard. See page 4-6
for the location of the SATA
connectors.
4. Connect the 15-pin SATA power
plug from the power supply unit
to the power connector at the
back of the drive.
5. Place the HDD on the tray.
Make sure that the HDD
screws are aligned with the
screw holes and rails.
6. When the HDD screws align
with the screw rails, push the
drive carefully until it is
completely flushed on the bay.
The HDD screw lock clicks to
indicate that the drive is
properly in place.
HDD screw lockHDD screw lock
HDD screw lock
HDD screw lockHDD screw lock
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2.9.3
2.9.32.9.3
To install an IDE hard disk drive:
1. Follow steps 1 to 2 of the previous section.
2. Connect the IDE cable (gray connector) to the IDE interface at the
back of the drive. Match the red stripe on the cable with Pin 1 on the
IDE interface.
3. Connect a power cable from the power supply unit to the power
connector at the back of the drive.
4. Follow steps 5 to 6 of the previous section to complete installation.
IDE hard disk drive installationIDE hard disk drive installation
IDE hard disk drive installation
IDE hard disk drive installationIDE hard disk drive installation
Set the IDE HDD as master device before connecting the IDE cable and
power plug. Refer to the HDD documentation for details.
2.9.42.9.4
2.9.4
2.9.42.9.4
In the future, you may have to upgrade or replace a defective hard disk
drive.
To uninstall the hard disk drive:
1. Press the HDD screw lock (A),
then push the drive out from
the bay (B) until the drive
screws are released from the
screw rails.
2. Slightly lift the HDD, then
remove all plugs at the back of
the drive.
3. Install a new HDD following the
instructions in the previous
section.
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Uninstalling a hard disk drive
Uninstalling a hard disk driveUninstalling a hard disk drive
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2.10 Replacing the covers
After you install all the necessary components on the Pundit-PH3 system,
replace the covers following the instructions in this section:
2.10.12.10.1
2.10.1
2.10.12.10.1
Replacing the front panel assemblyReplacing the front panel assembly
Replacing the front panel assembly
Replacing the front panel assemblyReplacing the front panel assembly
If you installed an optical drive, you must remove the optical drive bay
cover before you reinstall the front panel assembly.
To remove the optical drive bay cover:
1. Locate the optical drive bay
cover locks at the back of the
front panel assembly.
2. Press one lock inward (A), then
BB
B
push the optical drive bay cover
BB
inside the front panel assembly
(B) to release the cover.
AA
A
AA
The front panel assembly
without the optical drive bay
cover is shown on the right.
To replace the front panel assembly:
1. Hook the hinge-like tabs to the
holes on the right side of the
chassis.
Hinge-like tabsHinge-like tabs
Hinge-like tabs
Hinge-like tabsHinge-like tabs
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2. Swing the left edge of the
front panel inward, then
attach the front panel
assembly hooks to the chassis
until they snap in place.
Do not use too much force
when replacing the front panel
assembly.
2.10.22.10.2
2.10.2
2.10.22.10.2
To replace the metal chassis support:
1. Reinstall the metal chassis
support and the expansion card
lock.
2. Match and insert the hooks of the
cover to the elongated holes on
the side of the chassis. All eight
hooks (four hooks on both sides)
of the cover must properly fit the
designated holes.
3. Slide the cover toward the front
panel until it is in place.
Replacing the system coverReplacing the system cover
Replacing the system cover
Replacing the system coverReplacing the system cover
4. Replace the cover screws.
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2.11 Installing the foot stands
You need to install the foot stands to place the system vertically on your
desktop.
To install the foot stands:
1. Lay the system on its side on a
flat, stable, and elevated surface,
then locate two screw holes on
the left side of the system.
2. Extend the left side of the system
at least 3 cm from the edge of
surface to facilitate installation.
3. Position the foot stand on the
side of the chassis until their
screw holes align.
4. Drive in a screw to secure the
footstand to the chassis.
5. Follow the same procedures when
installing the second foot stand.
The photo on the right shows the
Pundit-PH3 system in a vertical
desktop placement.
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2.12 Selecting the voltage
The system’s power supply unit has a 115 V/230 V voltage selector
switch located beside the power connector. Use this switch to select the
appropriate system input voltage according to the voltage supply in your
area.
If the voltage supply in your area is 100-127 V, set the switch to 115 V.
If the voltage supply in your area is 200-240 V, set the switch to 230 V.
Setting the switch to 115 V in a 230 V environment will seriously
damage the system!
2.13 Connecting external devices
To the front panelTo the front panel
To the front panel
To the front panelTo the front panel
CameraCamera
Camera
CameraCamera
Headphone or Audio DeviceHeadphone or Audio Device
Headphone or Audio Device
Headphone or Audio DeviceHeadphone or Audio Device
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ScannerScanner
Scanner
ScannerScanner
MicMic
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To the rear panelTo the rear panel
To the rear panel
To the rear panelTo the rear panel
PP
ower outletower outlet
P
ower outlet
PP
ower outletower outlet
RecorderRecorder
Recorder
RecorderRecorder
Hub or routerHub or router
Hub or router
Hub or routerHub or router
CameraCamera
Camera
CameraCamera
Line OutLine Out
Line Out
Line OutLine Out
MicMic
Mic
MicMic
Card readerCard reader
Card reader
Card readerCard reader
VGA monitorVGA monitor
VGA monitor
VGA monitorVGA monitor
Serial mouseSerial mouse
Serial mouse
Serial mouseSerial mouse
PrinterPrinter
Printer
PrinterPrinter
PSPS
/2 Mouse/2 Mouse
PS
/2 Mouse
PSPS
/2 Mouse/2 Mouse
PS/2 KBPS/2 KB
PS/2 KB
PS/2 KBPS/2 KB
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Chapter 3
This chapter helps you power up
the system and install drivers and
utilities from the support CD.
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3.1 Installing an operating system
This system supports Windows® 2000/2003 Server/XP operating systems
(OS). Always install the latest OS version and corresponding updates to
maximize the features of your system.
• Motherboard settings and hardware options vary. Use the setup
procedures presented in this chapter for reference only. Refer to
your OS documentation for detailed information.
®
• Make sure that you install Windows
Windows® XP Service Pack 1 or later versions before installing the
drivers for better compatibility and system stability.
2000 Service Pack 4 or the
3.2 Support CD information
The support CD that came with the system package contains the drivers,
software applications, and utilities that you can install to avail all system
features.
The contents of the support CD are subject to change at any time
without notice. Visit the ASUS website(www.asus.com) for updates.
3.2.13.2.1
3.2.1
3.2.13.2.1
Running the support CDRunning the support CD
Running the support CD
Running the support CDRunning the support CD
Place the support CD to the optical drive. The CD automatically displays the
Drivers Drivers
Dr i v e r s menu if Autorun is enabled in your computer.
Drivers Drivers
Click an icon toClick an icon to
Click an icon to
Click an icon toClick an icon to
display supportdisplay support
display support
display supportdisplay support
CD/motherboardCD/motherboard
CD/motherboard
CD/motherboardCD/motherboard
informationinformation
information
informationinformation
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Click an item to install
Click an item to installClick an item to install
Autorun Autorun
If
Autorun is NOT enabled in your computer, browse the contents of
Autorun Autorun
the support CD to locate the file ASSETUP.EXE from the BIN folder.
Double-click the
ASSETUP.EXEASSETUP.EXE
ASSETUP.EXE to run the CD.
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3.2.2
3.2.23.2.2
The drivers menu shows the available device drivers if the system detects
installed devices. Install the necessary drivers to activate the devices.
Drivers menuDrivers menu
Drivers menu
Drivers menuDrivers menu
QFE UpdateQFE Update
QFE Update
QFE UpdateQFE Update
Installs the Quick Fix Engineering (QFE) driver updates.
Intel Chipset Inf Update ProgramIntel Chipset Inf Update Program
Intel Chipset Inf Update Program
Intel Chipset Inf Update ProgramIntel Chipset Inf Update Program
Installs the Intel® Chipset INF Update Program. This driver enables Plug-nPlay INF support for the Intel® chipset components on the motherboard.
When installed to the target system, this driver provides the method for
configuring the chipset components.
You can install this utility using three different modes: interactive, silent, or
unattended preload. Installing the driver in interactive mode requires user
input during installation. User input is not required when installing the driver
in silent or unattended preload modes. Refer to the online help or readme
file that came with the utility for details.
Realtek Audio DriverRealtek Audio Driver
Realtek Audio Driver
Realtek Audio DriverRealtek Audio Driver
Executes the wizard to install the Realtek® ALC655 audio driver and
application.
Intel(R) PRO/100 and PRO/1000 Adapters DriverIntel(R) PRO/100 and PRO/1000 Adapters Driver
Intel(R) PRO/100 and PRO/1000 Adapters Driver
Intel(R) PRO/100 and PRO/1000 Adapters DriverIntel(R) PRO/100 and PRO/1000 Adapters Driver
Installs the Intel® PRO/100 and 10/100 Adapters Driver.
Intel(R) Graphics Accelerator DriverIntel(R) Graphics Accelerator Driver
Intel(R) Graphics Accelerator Driver
Intel(R) Graphics Accelerator DriverIntel(R) Graphics Accelerator Driver
Installs the Intel® Graphics Accelerator Driver.
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USB 2.0 DriverUSB 2.0 Driver
USB 2.0 Driver
USB 2.0 DriverUSB 2.0 Driver
Installs the USB 2.0 driver.
The screen display and drivers option may not be the same for different
operating system versions.
3.2.33.2.3
3.2.3
3.2.33.2.3
The Utilities menu shows the applications and other software that the
motherboard supports.
Utilities menuUtilities menu
Utilities menu
Utilities menuUtilities menu
ASUS PC ProbeASUS PC Probe
ASUS PC Probe
ASUS PC ProbeASUS PC Probe
This smart utility monitors the fan speed, CPU temperature, and system
voltages, and alerts you of any detected problems. This utility helps you
keep your computer in healthy operating condition.
ASUS UpdateASUS Update
ASUS Update
ASUS UpdateASUS Update
The ASUS Update utility allows you to update the motherboard BIOS in a
Windows® environment. This utility requires an Internet connection either
through a network or an Internet Service Provider (ISP). See pages 2-9 and
2-10 for details.
Microsoft DirectX 9.0cMicrosoft DirectX 9.0c
Microsoft DirectX 9.0c
Microsoft DirectX 9.0cMicrosoft DirectX 9.0c
Installs the Microsoft® DirectX 9.0c driver.
Anti-Virus UtilityAnti-Virus Utility
Anti-Virus Utility
Anti-Virus UtilityAnti-Virus Utility
The anti-virus application scans, identifies, and removes computer viruses.
View the online help for detailed information.
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ADOBE Acrobat ReaderADOBE Acrobat Reader
ADOBE Acrobat Reader
ADOBE Acrobat ReaderADOBE Acrobat Reader
Installs the Adobe® Acrobat® Reader V5.0.
ASUS Screen SaverASUS Screen Saver
ASUS Screen Saver
ASUS Screen SaverASUS Screen Saver
Installs the ASUS screen saver.
The screen display and utilities option may not be the same for different
operating system versions.
3.2.43.2.4
3.2.4
3.2.43.2.4
Click the
also find this information on the inside front cover of this user guide.
ASUS contact informationASUS contact information
ASUS contact information
ASUS contact informationASUS contact information
Contact Contact
Contact tab to display the ASUS contact information. You can
Contact Contact
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3.2.5
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The icons on the top right corner of the screen give additional information
on the motherboard and the contents of the support CD. Click an icon to
display the specified information.
Motherboard InfoMotherboard Info
Motherboard Info
Motherboard InfoMotherboard Info
Displays the general specifications of the motherboard.
Other informationOther information
Other information
Other informationOther information
Browse this CDBrowse this CD
Browse this CD
Browse this CDBrowse this CD
Displays the support CD contents in graphical format.
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Technical support formTechnical support form
Technical support form
Technical support formTechnical support form
Displays the ASUS Technical Support Request Form that you have to fill out
when requesting technical support.
FilelistFilelist
Filelist
FilelistFilelist
Displays the contents of the support CD and a brief description of each in
text format.
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Chapter 4
This chapter gives information
about the motherboard that comes
with the system. This chapter
includes the motherboard layout,
jumper settings, and connector
locations.
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4.1 Motherboard overview
Motherboard layoutMotherboard layout
Motherboard layout
Motherboard layoutMotherboard layout
PS/2KBMS
T: Mouse
B: Keyboard
COM1
VGA1
Bottom:
Top:
USB1
1394
USB2
LAN_USB34
Top:Line In
Center:Line Out
Below:Mic In
KBPWR1
ATX12V1
PARALLEL PORT
USBPW34
USBPW12
LGA775
CHA_FAN1
Intel
MCH
CPU_FAN1
R
I/O
Super
DDR DIMM_A1 (64 bit,240-pin module)
DDR DIMM_A2 (64 bit,240-pin module)
DDR DIMM_B1 (64 bit,240-pin module)
DDR DIMM_B2 (64 bit,240-pin module)
915G
EATXPWR1
PRI_IDE1
PCIEX16
®
AUX1
Intel
LAN Chip
ALC655
AAFP1
CD1
PCIEX1_1
SPDIF_OUT1
PCI1
PCI2
IE1394_2
TSB43AB22A
SB_PWR1
CR2032 3V
Lithium Cell
CMOS Power
USB56
USBPW56
USBPW78
Intel
ICH6
R
CLRTC1
USB78
SATA2
BUZZ1
SATA1
Intel FWH
4Mb
F_PANEL1
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4.2 Jumpers
1.1.
Clear RTC RAM (CLRTC1)Clear RTC RAM (CLRTC1)
1.
Clear RTC RAM (CLRTC1)
1.1.
Clear RTC RAM (CLRTC1)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 onboard
button cell battery powers the RAM data in CMOS, which include
system setup information such as system passwords.
To erase the RTC RAM:
1. Turn OFF the computer and unplug the power cord.
2. Remove the onboard battery.
3. Move the jumper cap from pins 1-2 (default) to pins 2-3. Keep the
cap on pins 2-3 for about 5~10 seconds, then move the cap back to
pins 1-2.
4. Reinstall the battery.
5. Plug the power cord and turn ON the computer.
6. Hold down the <Del> key during the boot process and enter BIOS
setup to re-enter data.
Except when clearing the RTC RAM, never remove the cap on CLRTC
jumper default position. Removing the cap will cause system boot failure!
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Clear RTC RAM
CLRTC1
12 23
Normal Clear CMOS
(Default)
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USB device wake-up (3-pin USBPW12, USBPW34,USB device wake-up (3-pin USBPW12, USBPW34,
2.
USB device wake-up (3-pin USBPW12, USBPW34,
2.2.
USB device wake-up (3-pin USBPW12, USBPW34,USB device wake-up (3-pin USBPW12, USBPW34,
USBPW56, USBPW78)USBPW56, USBPW78)
USBPW56, USBPW78)
USBPW56, USBPW78)USBPW56, USBPW78)
Set these jumpers to +5V to wake up the computer from S1 sleep
mode (CPU stopped, DRAM refreshed, system running in low power
mode) using the connected USB devices. Set to +5VSB to wake up
from S3 and S4 sleep modes (no power to CPU, DRAM in slow refresh,
power supply in reduced power mode).
USBPW12
USBPW34
3
2
1
+5V
(Default)
®
USBPW56
USBPW78
21
2
+5VSB
2
3
USB device wake-up
+5V
(Default)
+5VSB
• The USB device wake-up feature requires a power supply that can
provide 500mA on the +5VSB lead for each USB port; otherwise,
the system will not power up.
• The total current consumed must NOT exceed the power supply
capability (+5VSB) whether under normal condition or in sleep mode.
3.3.
Keyboard power (3-pin KBPWR1)Keyboard power (3-pin KBPWR1)
3.
Keyboard power (3-pin KBPWR1)
3.3.
Keyboard power (3-pin KBPWR1)Keyboard power (3-pin KBPWR1)
This jumper allows you to enable or disable the keyboard wake-up
feature. Default setting is 2-3. Set this jumper to pins 1-2 (+5V) if
you do not want to wake up the computer when you press a key on
the keyboard. This feature requires an ATX power supply that can
supply at least 1A on the +5VSB lead, and a corresponding setting in
the BIOS.
KBPWR1
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4.3 Connectors
4.3.14.3.1
4.3.1
4.3.14.3.1
Rear panel connectorsRear panel connectors
Rear panel connectors
Rear panel connectorsRear panel connectors
Refer to section “1.3 Rear panel” for a description of the rear panel I/O ports.
4.3.24.3.2
4.3.2
4.3.24.3.2
1.1.
Primary IDE connector (40-1 pin PRI_IDE1)Primary IDE connector (40-1 pin PRI_IDE1)
1.
Primary IDE connector (40-1 pin PRI_IDE1)
1.1.
Primary IDE connector (40-1 pin PRI_IDE1)Primary IDE connector (40-1 pin PRI_IDE1)
Internal connectorsInternal connectors
Internal connectors
Internal connectorsInternal connectors
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 an optical drive and an IDE HDD, you must
configure the optical drive as a slave device by setting its jumper
accordingly. Refer to the optical drive or HDD documentation for the
jumper settings.
• Pin 20 on the IDE connector is removed to match the covered hole
on the Ultra DMA cable connector. This prevents incorrect insertion
when you connect the IDE cable.
• Use the 80-conductor IDE cable for Ultra DMA 100/66 IDE devices.
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IDE connector
PRI_IDE1
NOTE: Orient the red markings
(usually zigzag) on the IDE
ribbon cable to PIN 1.
PIN 1
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Serial ATA connectors (7-pin SATA1, SATA2)Serial ATA connectors (7-pin SATA1, SATA2)
2.
Serial ATA connectors (7-pin SATA1, SATA2)
2.2.
Serial ATA connectors (7-pin SATA1, SATA2)Serial ATA connectors (7-pin SATA1, SATA2)
These connectors are for the Serial ATA signal cables for Serial ATA
hard disk drives.
SATA2
GND
GND
GND
RSATA_TXP2
RSATA_TXN2
RSATA_TXP1
RSATA_TXN1
GND
RSATA_RXP2
RSATA_RXN2
RSATA_RXP1
RSATA_RXN1
GND
GND
®
SATA connectors
Important notes on Serial ATAImportant notes on Serial ATA
Important notes on Serial ATA
Important notes on Serial ATAImportant notes on Serial ATA
• You must install Windows
Service Pack1 before using Serial ATA hard disk drives.
SATA1
®
2000 Service Pack 4 or the Windows® XP
• When using the connectors in standard IDE mode, you can connect the
primary (boot) hard disk drive to any of the SATA connectors.
3.3.
CPU and Chassis fan connectorsCPU and Chassis fan connectors
3.
CPU and Chassis fan connectors
3.3.
CPU and Chassis fan connectorsCPU and Chassis fan connectors
(4-pin CPU_FAN1, 3-pin CHA_FAN1)(4-pin CPU_FAN1, 3-pin CHA_FAN1)
(4-pin CPU_FAN1, 3-pin CHA_FAN1)
(4-pin CPU_FAN1, 3-pin CHA_FAN1)(4-pin CPU_FAN1, 3-pin CHA_FAN1)
The fan connectors support cooling fans of 350 mA~740 mA (8.88 W
max.) or a total of 1 A~2.22 A (26.64 W max.) at +12V. Connect the
fan cables to the fan connectors on the motherboard, making sure that
the black wire of each cable matches the ground pin of the connector.
Do not forget to connect the fan cables to the fan connectors.
Insufficient air flow inside the system may damage the motherboard
components. These are not jumpers! Do not place jumper caps on the
fan connectors!
CPU_FAN1CHA_FAN1
GND
Rotation
+12V
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CPU FAN PWR
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4.4.
USB connectors (10-1 pin USB56, USB78)USB connectors (10-1 pin USB56, USB78)
4.
USB connectors (10-1 pin USB56, USB78)
4.4.
USB connectors (10-1 pin USB56, USB78)USB connectors (10-1 pin USB56, USB78)
These connectors are for USB 2.0 ports. Connect the USB/GAME
module cable to any of these connectors, then install the module to a
slot opening at the back of the system chassis. These USB connectors
comply with USB 2.0 specification that supports up to 480 Mbps
connection speed.
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USB56
USB 2.0 connectors
1
USB+5V
USB_P6-
USB_P6+
USB+5V
USB_P5-
USB_P5+
GND
NC
GND
USB78
1
USB+5V
USB_P8-
USB_P8+
USB+5V
USB_P7-
USB_P7+
GND
NC
GND
Pin 20 on the IDE connector is removed to match the covered hole on
the Ultra DMA cable connector. This prevents incorrect insertion when
you connect the IDE cable.
Never connect a 1394 cable to the USB connectors. Doing so will
damage the motherboard!
5.5.
Internal audio connectors (4-pin CD1, AUX1)Internal audio connectors (4-pin CD1, AUX1)
5.
Internal audio connectors (4-pin CD1, AUX1)
5.5.
Internal audio connectors (4-pin CD1, AUX1)Internal audio connectors (4-pin CD1, AUX1)
These connectors allow you to receive stereo audio input from audio
sources such as an optical drive, TV tuner, or MPEG card.
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Internal audio connectors
Enable the CD-IN function in the audio utility when using these
connectors.
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Ground
Left Audio Channel
Right Audio Channel
CD1
Ground
Ground
Left Audio Channel
Right Audio Channel
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6.6.
ATX power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR1,ATX power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR1,
6.
ATX power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR1,
6.6.
ATX power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR1,ATX power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR1,
4-pin ATX12V1)4-pin ATX12V1)
4-pin ATX12V1)
4-pin ATX12V1)4-pin ATX12V1)
These connectors are for ATX power supply plugs. The plugs from the
power supply are pre-connected to these connectors. If you have
disconnected them during installation, find the proper orientation and
push down the plugs firmly to the connectors until they fit.
+3 Volts
+12 Volts
+12 Volts
Ground
+5 Volts
Ground
+5 Volts
Ground
+3 Volts
+3 Volts
EATXPWR1
Ground
+5 Volts
+5 Volts
+5 Volts
-5 Volts
Ground
Ground
Ground
PSON#
Ground
-12 Volts
+3 Volts
ATX12V1
GND
+12V DC
®
GND
+12V DC
+5V Standby
Power OK
ATX power connectors
Important notes on the motherboard power requirementsImportant notes on the motherboard power requirements
Important notes on the motherboard power requirements
Important notes on the motherboard power requirementsImportant notes on the motherboard power requirements
• Do not forget to connect the 4-pin ATX +12 V power plug;
otherwise, the system will not boot up.
• The system comes with a proprietary ATX 12 V Specification 2.0
power supply unit (PSU) with a minimum 275 W power rating.
7.7.
Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP1)Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP1)
7.
Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP1)
7.7.
Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP1)Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP1)
This connector supports the front panel audio I/O ports with the legacy
AC’97 audio standard.
AAFP1
NC
NC
NC
AGND
®
NC
MIC2
MICPWR
Line out_L
Line out_R
Analog front panel connector
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8.8.
Digital audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT1)Digital audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT1)
8.
Digital audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT1)
8.8.
Digital audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT1)Digital audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT1)
This connector supports the Line Out / S/PDIF Out port in the system
front panel.
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+5V
GND
SPDIFOUT
SPDIF_OUT1
Digital audio connector
9.9.
IEEE 1394IEEE 1394
9.
IEEE 1394
9.9.
IEEE 1394IEEE 1394
aa
port connector (10-1 pin IE1394_2 [orange]) port connector (10-1 pin IE1394_2 [orange])
a
port connector (10-1 pin IE1394_2 [orange])
aa
port connector (10-1 pin IE1394_2 [orange]) port connector (10-1 pin IE1394_2 [orange])
This connector supports the 4-pin IEEE 1394 port in the system front
panel.
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+12V
TPB2+
GND
TPA2+
1
IE1394_2
IEEE 1394 connector
Never connect a
damage the motherboard!
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GND
+12V
TPA2-
TPB2-
USB cable USB cable
USB cable to the IEEE 1394 connector. Doing so will
USB cable USB cable
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10.10.
System panel connector (10-1 pin F_PANEL1)System panel connector (10-1 pin F_PANEL1)
10.
System panel connector (10-1 pin F_PANEL1)
10.10.
System panel connector (10-1 pin F_PANEL1)System panel connector (10-1 pin F_PANEL1)
This connector supports several chassis-mounted functions.
PWRSW
PWR
GND
F_PANEL1
®
IDE_LED-
IDE_LED+
IDE LED
System panel connector
The sytem panel connector is color-coded for easy connection. Refer to
the connector description below for details.
Hard disk drive activity LED (Red 2-pin IDELED)Hard disk drive activity LED (Red 2-pin IDELED)
•
Hard disk drive activity LED (Red 2-pin IDELED)
Hard disk drive activity LED (Red 2-pin IDELED)Hard disk drive activity LED (Red 2-pin IDELED)
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.
ATX power button/soft-off button (Yellow 2-pin PWRSW)ATX power button/soft-off button (Yellow 2-pin PWRSW)
•
ATX power button/soft-off button (Yellow 2-pin PWRSW)
ATX power button/soft-off button (Yellow 2-pin PWRSW)ATX power button/soft-off button (Yellow 2-pin PWRSW)
This connector is for the system power button. Pressing the power
button turns the system on or puts the system in sleep or soft-off
mode depending on the BIOS settings. Pressing the power switch for
more than four seconds while the system is ON turns the system OFF.
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Chapter 5
This chapter tells how to change
system settings through the BIOS
Setup menus and describes the
BIOS parameters.
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5.1 Managing and updating your BIOS
The following utilities allow you to manage and update the motherboard
Basic Input/Output System (BIOS) setup.
ASUS CrashFree BIOS 2 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 2
1.
ASUS CrashFree BIOS 2 (Updates the BIOS using the
ASUS CrashFree BIOS 2 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 2
motherboard support CD when the BIOS file fails or gets corrupted.)
ASUS Update ASUS Update
2.
ASUS Update (Updates the BIOS in Windows
ASUS Update ASUS Update
Refer to the corresponding sections for details on these utilities.
Save a copy of the original motherboard BIOS file from the support CD
to a USB floppy disk or flash disk in case you need to restore the BIOS in
the future. You can copy the original motherboard BIOS using the ASUS
Update or AFUDOS utilities.
®
environment.)
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ASUS CrashFree BIOS 2 utilityASUS CrashFree BIOS 2 utility
ASUS CrashFree BIOS 2 utility
ASUS CrashFree BIOS 2 utilityASUS CrashFree BIOS 2 utility
The ASUS CrashFree BIOS 2 is an auto recovery tool that allows you to
restore the BIOS file when it fails or gets corrupted during the updating
process. You can update a corrupted BIOS file using the motherboard
support CD that contains the original or updated BIOS file.
Prepare the motherboard support CD containing the original or updated
motherboard BIOS before using this utility.
Recovering the BIOSRecovering the BIOS
Recovering the BIOS
Recovering the BIOSRecovering the BIOS
To recover the BIOS:
1. Remove any floppy disk from the floppy disk drive, then turn on the
system.
2. Insert the support CD to the optical drive.
3. The utility displays the following message and automatically checks
the floppy disk for the original or updated BIOS file.
Bad BIOS checksum. Starting BIOS recovery...
Checking for floppy...
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When no floppy disk is found, the utility automatically checks the
optical drive for the original or updated BIOS file. The utility then
updates the corrupted BIOS file.
Bad BIOS checksum. Starting BIOS recovery...
Checking for floppy...
Floppy not found!
Checking for CD-ROM...
CD-ROM found!
Reading file “P5GD1-VM.ROM”. Completed.
Start flashing...
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DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS! Doing
so can cause system boot failure!
4. Restart the system after the utility completes the updating process.
The recovered BIOS may not be the latest BIOS version for this
motherboard. Visit the ASUS website (www.asus.com) to download the
latest BIOS file.
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ASUS Update utilityASUS Update utility
ASUS Update utility
ASUS Update utilityASUS Update utility
The ASUS Update is a utility that allows you to manage, save, and update
the motherboard BIOS in Windows® environment. The ASUS Update utility
allows you to:
• Save the current BIOS file
• Download the latest BIOS file from the Internet
• Update the BIOS from an updated BIOS file
• Update the BIOS directly from the Internet, and
• View the BIOS version information.
This utility is available in the support CD that comes with the motherboard
package.
ASUS Update requires an Internet connection either through a network
or an Internet Service Provider (ISP).
Installing ASUS UpdateInstalling ASUS Update
Installing ASUS Update
Installing ASUS UpdateInstalling ASUS Update
To install ASUS Update:
1. Place the support CD in the optical drive. The
2. Click the
Utilities Utilities
the
Utilities screen menu.
Utilities Utilities
Utilities Utilities
Utilities tab, then click
Utilities Utilities
ASUS UpdateASUS Update
ASUS Update. See page 3-4 for
ASUS UpdateASUS Update
Drivers Drivers
Drivers menu appears.
Drivers Drivers
3. The ASUS Update utility is copied to your system.
Quit all Windows® applications before you update the BIOS using this
utility.
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Updating the BIOS through the InternetUpdating the BIOS through the Internet
Updating the BIOS through the Internet
Updating the BIOS through the InternetUpdating the BIOS through the Internet
To update the BIOS through the Internet:
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1. Launch the ASUS Update utility from the Windows
clicking
ASUSUpdateASUSUpdate
ASUSUpdate. The ASUS Update main window appears.
ASUSUpdateASUSUpdate
Start Start
Start >
Start Start
Programs Programs
Programs >
Programs Programs
ASUS ASUS
ASUS >
ASUS ASUS
ASUSUpdate ASUSUpdate
ASUSUpdate >
ASUSUpdate ASUSUpdate
desktop by
2. Select
the Internet the Internet
the Internet option from the
the Internet the Internet
Update BIOS fromUpdate BIOS from
Update BIOS from
Update BIOS fromUpdate BIOS from
drop-down menu, then click
NextNext
Next.
NextNext
3. Select the ASUS FTP site
nearest you to avoid network
traffic, or click
NextNext
Click
Next.
NextNext
Auto SelectAuto Select
Auto Select.
Auto SelectAuto Select
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4. From the FTP site, select the
BIOS version that you wish to
download. Click
NextNext
Next.
NextNext
5. Follow the screen instructions to
complete the update process.
The ASUS Update utility is
capable of updating itself
through the Internet. Always
update the utility to avail all
its features.
Updating the BIOS through a BIOS fileUpdating the BIOS through a BIOS file
Updating the BIOS through a BIOS file
Updating the BIOS through a BIOS fileUpdating the BIOS through a BIOS file
To update the BIOS through a BIOS file:
®
1. Launch the ASUS Update utility from the Windows
clicking
ASUSUpdateASUSUpdate
ASUSUpdate. The ASUS Update main window appears.
ASUSUpdateASUSUpdate
Start Start
Start >
Start Start
Programs Programs
Programs >
Programs Programs
ASUS ASUS
ASUS >
ASUS ASUS
ASUSUpdate ASUSUpdate
ASUSUpdate >
ASUSUpdate ASUSUpdate
desktop by
2. Select
file file
file option from the drop-down
file file
menu, then click
Update BIOS from aUpdate BIOS from a
Update BIOS from a
Update BIOS from aUpdate BIOS from a
NextNext
Next.
NextNext
3. Locate the BIOS file from the
Open Open
Open window, then click
Open Open
SaveSave
Save.
SaveSave
4. Follow the screen instructions to
complete the update process.
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5.2 BIOS setup program
This motherboard supports a programmable firmware chip that you can
update using the provided utility described in section
updating your BIOS.”
Use the BIOS Setup program when you are installing a motherboard,
reconfiguring your system, or prompted to “Run Setup.” This section
explains how to configure your system using this utility.
Even if you are not prompted to use the Setup program, you can change
the configuration of your computer in the future. For example, you can
enable the security password feature or change the power management
settings. This requires you to reconfigure your system using the BIOS
Setup program so that the computer can recognize these changes and
record them in the CMOS RAM of the firmware hub.
The firmware hub on the motherboard stores the Setup utility. When you
start up the computer, the system provides you with the opportunity to
run this program. Press <Del>
during the Power-On-Self-Test (POST) to
enter the Setup utility; otherwise, POST continues with its test routines.
“
5.1 Managing and
If you wish to enter Setup after POST, restart the system by pressing
<Ctrl+Alt+Delete>, or by pressing the reset button on the system chassis.
You can also restart by turning the system off and then back on. Do this
last option only if the first two failed.
The Setup program is designed to make it as easy to use as possible. Being
a menu-driven program, it lets you scroll through the various sub-menus
and make your selections from the available options using the navigation
keys.
• The default BIOS settings for this motherboard apply for most
conditions to ensure optimum performance. If the system becomes
unstable after changing any BIOS settings, load the default settings
to ensure system compatibility and stability. Select the
Default SettingsDefault Settings
Default Settings item under the Exit Menu. See section “5.7 Exit
Default SettingsDefault Settings
Menu.”
• The BIOS setup screens shown in this section are for reference
purposes only, and may not exactly match what you see on your
screen.
• Visit the ASUS website (www.asus.com) to download the latest BIOS
file for this motherboard.
LoadLoad
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5.2.15.2.1
5.2.1
5.2.15.2.1
BIOS menu screenBIOS menu screen
BIOS menu screen
BIOS menu screenBIOS menu screen
Menu itemsMenu items
Menu items
Menu itemsMenu items
System Time [11:51:19]
System Date [Thu 06/10/2004] Legacy
Diskette A [1.44M, 3.5 in]
Primary IDE Master : [ST320413A]
Primary IDE Slave : [Pioneer CD-ROM ATA]
Third IDE Master : [Not Detected]
Third IDE Slave : [Not Detected]
Fourth IDE Master : [Not Detected]
Fourth IDE Slave : [Not Detected]
IDE Configuration
System Information
Sub-menu itemsSub-menu items
Sub-menu items
Sub-menu itemsSub-menu items
5.2.25.2.2
5.2.2
5.2.25.2.2
Menu barMenu bar
Menu bar
Menu barMenu bar
Menu barMenu bar
Menu bar
Menu barMenu bar
Configuration fieldsConfiguration fields
Configuration fields
Configuration fieldsConfiguration fields
General helpGeneral help
General help
General helpGeneral help
Use [ENTER], [TAB] or
[SHIFT-TAB] to select
a field.
Use [+] or [-] to
configure the System
time.
Navigation keysNavigation keys
Navigation keys
Navigation keysNavigation keys
The menu bar on top of the screen has the following main items:
MainMain
Main For changing the basic system configuration
MainMain
AdvancedAdvanced
Advanced For changing the advanced system settings
AdvancedAdvanced
PowerPower
Power For changing the advanced power management (APM)
PowerPower
configuration
BootBoot
Boot For changing the system boot configuration
BootBoot
ExitExit
Exit For selecting the exit options and loading default
ExitExit
settings
To select an item on the menu bar, press the right or left arrow key on the
keyboard until the desired item is highlighted.
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Navigation keysNavigation keys
Navigation keys
Navigation keysNavigation keys
At the bottom right corner of a menu screen are the navigation keys for
that particular menu. Use the navigation keys to select items in the menu
and change the settings.
Some of the navigation keys differ from one screen to another.
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Menu itemsMenu items
Menu items
Menu itemsMenu items
The highlighted item on the menu
bar displays the specific items for
that menu. For example, selecting
Main Main
Main shows the Main menu items.
Main Main
The other items (Advanced, Power,
Boot, and Exit) on the menu bar
have their respective menu items.
5.2.55.2.5
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5.2.55.2.5
Sub-menu itemsSub-menu items
Sub-menu items
Sub-menu itemsSub-menu items
System Time [11:51:19]
System Date [Thu 06/10/2004]
Legacy Diskette A [1.44M, 3.5 in]
Primary IDE Master : [ST320413A]
Primary IDE Slave : [Pioneer CD-ROM ATA]
Third IDE Master : [Not Detected]
Third IDE Slave : [Not Detected]
Fourth IDE Master : [Not Detected]
Fourth IDE Slave : [Not Detected]
IDE Configuration
System Information
Main menu itemsMain menu items
Main menu items
Main menu itemsMain menu items
Use [ENTER], [TAB]
or [SHIFT-TAB] to
select a field.
Use [+] or [-] to
configure the
System time.
A solid triangle before each item on any menu screen means that the iteam
has a sub-menu. To display the sub-menu, select the item and press
<Enter>.
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Configuration fieldsConfiguration fields
Configuration fields
Configuration fieldsConfiguration fields
These fields show the values for the menu items. If an item is userconfigurable, you can change the value of the field opposite the item. You
cannot select an item that is not user-configurable.
A configurable field is enclosed in brackets, and is highlighted when
selected. To change the value of a field, select it then press <Enter> to
display a list of options. Refer to “5.2.7 Pop-up window.”
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Pop-up windowPop-up window
Pop-up window
Pop-up windowPop-up window
Select a menu item then press <Enter> to display a pop-up window with
the configuration options for that item.
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A scroll bar appears on the right side
of a menu screen when there are
items that do not fit on the screen.
Press the
Scroll barScroll bar
Scroll bar
Scroll barScroll bar
Advanced PCI/PnP Settings
WARNING: Setting wrong values in
below sections may cause system to
malfunction.
Plug And Play O/S [No]
PCI Latency Timer [64]
Allocate IRQ to PCI VGA [Yes]
Palette Snooping [Disabled]
PCI IDE BusMaster [Enabled]
Up/Down arrow keys or <Page Up> /
<Page Down> keys to display the
other items on the screen.
Pop-up windowPop-up window
Pop-up window
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General helpGeneral help
General help
General helpGeneral help
At the top right corner of the menu
screen is a brief description of the
Pop-up windowPop-up window
Scroll barScroll bar
Scroll bar
Scroll barScroll bar
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 [11:51:19]
System Date [Thu 06/10/2004] Legacy
Diskette A [1.44M, 3.5 in]
Primary IDE Master : [ST320413A]
Primary IDE Slave : [Pioneer CD-ROM ATA]
Third IDE Master : [Not Detected]
Third IDE Slave : [Not Detected]
Fourth IDE Master : [Not Detected]
Fourth IDE Slave : [Not Detected]
IDE Configuration
System Information
5.3.15.3.1
5.3.1
5.3.15.3.1
System Time [xx:xx:xx]System Time [xx:xx:xx]
System Time [xx:xx:xx]
System Time [xx:xx:xx]System Time [xx:xx:xx]
Allows you to set the system time.
5.3.25.3.2
5.3.2
5.3.25.3.2
System Date [Day xx/xx/xxxx]System Date [Day xx/xx/xxxx]
System Date [Day xx/xx/xxxx]
System Date [Day xx/xx/xxxx]System Date [Day xx/xx/xxxx]
Allows you to set the system date.
Use [ENTER], [TAB] or
[SHIFT-TAB] to select a
field.
Use [+] or [-] to
configure the System
time.
5.3.35.3.3
5.3.3
5.3.35.3.3
Legacy Diskette A [1.44M, 3.5 in.]Legacy Diskette A [1.44M, 3.5 in.]
Legacy Diskette A [1.44M, 3.5 in.]
Legacy Diskette A [1.44M, 3.5 in.]Legacy Diskette A [1.44M, 3.5 in.]
Sets the type of floppy drive installed. Configuration options: [Disabled]
[360K, 5.25 in.] [1.2M , 5.25 in.] [720K , 3.5 in.] [1.44M, 3.5 in.]
[2.88M, 3.5 in.]
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5.3.45.3.4
5.3.4
5.3.45.3.4
Primary, Third, and Fourth IDE Master/SlavePrimary, Third, and Fourth IDE Master/Slave
Primary, Third, and Fourth IDE Master/Slave
Primary, Third, and Fourth IDE Master/SlavePrimary, Third, and Fourth IDE Master/Slave
While entering Setup, the BIOS automatically detects the presence of IDE
devices. There is a separate sub-menu for each IDE device. Select a device
item, then press <Enter> to display the IDE device information.
Primary IDE Master
Device : Hard Disk
Vendor : ST320413A
Size : 20.0GB
LBA Mode : Supported
Block Mode : 16 Sectors
PIO Mode : Supported
Async DMA : MultiWord DMA-2
Ultra DMA : Ultra DMA-5
SMART Monitoring : Supported
Type [Auto]
LBA/Large Mode [Auto]
Block(Multi-sector Transfer) [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]Type [Auto]
Type [Auto]
Type [Auto]Type [Auto]
Selects the type of IDE drive. Setting to Auto allows automatic selection of
the appropriate IDE device type. Select CDROM if you are specifically
configuring a CD-ROM drive. Select ARMD (ATAPI Removable Media Device)
if your device is either a ZIP, LS-120, or MO drive.
Configuration options: [Not Installed] [Auto] [CDROM] [ARMD]
LBA/Large Mode [Auto]LBA/Large Mode [Auto]
LBA/Large Mode [Auto]
LBA/Large Mode [Auto]LBA/Large Mode [Auto]
Enables or disables the LBA mode. Setting to Auto enables the LBA mode if
the device supports this mode, and if the device was not previously
formatted with LBA mode disabled. Configuration options: [Disabled]
[Auto]
Block (Multi-sector Transfer) [Auto]Block (Multi-sector Transfer) [Auto]
Block (Multi-sector Transfer) [Auto]
Block (Multi-sector Transfer) [Auto]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: [Disabled] [Auto]
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PIO Mode [Auto]PIO Mode [Auto]
PIO Mode [Auto]
PIO Mode [Auto]PIO Mode [Auto]
Selects the PIO mode.
Configuration options: [Auto] [0] [1] [2] [3] [4]
DMA Mode [Auto]DMA Mode [Auto]
DMA Mode [Auto]
DMA Mode [Auto]DMA Mode [Auto]
Selects the DMA mode. Configuration options: [Auto] [SWDMA0]
[SWDMA1] [SWDMA2] [MWDMA0] [MWDMA1] [MWDMA2] [UDMA0]
[UDMA1] [UDMA2] [UDMA3] [UDMA4] [UDMA5] [UDMA6]
SMART Monitoring [Auto]SMART Monitoring [Auto]
SMART Monitoring [Auto]
SMART Monitoring [Auto]SMART Monitoring [Auto]
Sets the Smart Monitoring, Analysis, and Reporting Technology.
Configuration options: [Auto] [Disabled] [Enabled]
32Bit Data Transfer [Disabled]32Bit Data Transfer [Disabled]
32Bit Data Transfer [Disabled]
32Bit Data Transfer [Disabled]32Bit Data Transfer [Disabled]
Enables or disables 32-bit data transfer.
Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]
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IDE ConfigurationIDE Configuration
IDE Configuration
IDE ConfigurationIDE Configuration
The items in this menu allow you to set or change the configurations for
the IDE devices installed in the system. Select an item then press <Enter>
if you want to configure the item.
IDE Configuration
Onboard IDE Operate Mode [Enhanced Mode]
Enhanced Mode Support On [SATA mode]
IDE Detect Time Out (Sec) [35]
Onboard IDE Operate Mode [Enhanced Mode]Onboard IDE Operate Mode [Enhanced Mode]
Onboard IDE Operate Mode [Enhanced Mode]
Onboard IDE Operate Mode [Enhanced Mode]Onboard IDE Operate Mode [Enhanced Mode]
Set to [Compatible
Mode] when Legacy OS
(i.e. WIN ME, 98,
NT4.0, MS DOS is used.
Set to [Enhanced Mode
when Native OS) i.e.
WIN 2000, WIN XP) is
used.
Allows selection of the IDE operation mode depending on the operating
system (OS) that you installed. Set to Enhanced Mode if you are using
native OS, such as Windows® 2000/XP. Configuration options: [Disabled]
[Compatible Mode] [Enhanced Mode]
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Enhanced Mode Support On [SATA mode]
The default setting SATA allows you to use native OS on Serial ATA
and Parallel ATA ports. We recommend that you do not change the
default setting for better OS compatibility. In this setting, you may
use legacy OS on the Parallel ATA ports
only ifonly if
only if you did not install any
only ifonly if
Serial ATA device.
The P-ATA+S-ATA and P-ATA options are for advanced users only. If
you set to any of these options and encounter problems, revert to the
default setting
SATASATA
S A T A. Configuration options: [S-ATA+P-ATA] [SATA
SATASATA
mode] [P-ATA]
IDE Detect Time Out [35]IDE Detect Time Out [35]
IDE Detect Time Out [35]
IDE Detect Time Out [35]IDE Detect Time Out [35]
Selects the time out value for detecting ATA/ATAPI devices.
Configuration options: [0] [5] [10] [15] [20] [25] [30] [35]
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5.3.6
5.3.65.3.6
System InformationSystem Information
System Information
System InformationSystem Information
This menu gives you an overview of the general system specifications. The
BIOS automatically detects the items in this menu.
AMIBIOS
Version : 08.00.10
Build Date : 06/10/04
Processor
Type : Genuine Intel(R) CPU 3.20GHz
Speed : 3200 MHz
Count : 1
System Memory
Size : 248MB
AMI BIOSAMI BIOS
AMI BIOS
AMI BIOSAMI BIOS
Displays the auto-detected BIOS information.
ProcessorProcessor
Processor
ProcessorProcessor
Displays the auto-detected CPU specification.
System MemorySystem Memory
System Memory
System MemorySystem Memory
Displays the auto-detected system memory.
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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.
USB Configuration
CPU Configuration
Chipset
Onboard Devices Configuration
PCI PnP
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USB ConfigurationUSB Configuration
USB Configuration
USB ConfigurationUSB Configuration
Configure the USB
support.
The items in this menu allows you to change the USB-related features.
Select an item then press <Enter> to display the configuration options.
USB Configuration
Module Version - 2.23.2-9.4
USB Devices Enabled: None
USB Function [Enabled]
Legacy USB Support [Enabled]
USB 2.0 Controller [Enabled]
USB 2.0 Controller Mode [HiSpeed]
The Module Version and USB Devices Enabled items show the
auto-detected values. If no USB device is detected, the item shows None.
USB Function [Enabled]USB Function [Enabled]
USB Function [Enabled]
USB Function [Enabled]USB Function [Enabled]
Allows you to enable or disable the USB function.
Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]
Enables USB host
controllers.
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Legacy USB Support [Enabled]Legacy USB Support [Enabled]
Legacy USB Support [Enabled]
Legacy USB Support [Enabled]Legacy USB Support [Enabled]
Allows you to enable or disable support for USB devices on legacy
operating systems (OS). Setting to Auto allows the system to detect the
presence of USB devices at startup. If detected, the USB controller legacy
mode is enabled. If no USB device is detected, the legacy USB support is
disabled. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] [Auto]
USB 2.0 Controller [Enabled]USB 2.0 Controller [Enabled]
USB 2.0 Controller [Enabled]
USB 2.0 Controller [Enabled]USB 2.0 Controller [Enabled]
Allows you to enable or disable the USB 2.0 controller.
Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]
USB 2.0 Controller Mode [HiSpeed]USB 2.0 Controller Mode [HiSpeed]
USB 2.0 Controller Mode [HiSpeed]
USB 2.0 Controller Mode [HiSpeed]USB 2.0 Controller Mode [HiSpeed]
Allows you to configure the USB 2.0 controller in HiSpeed (480 Mbps) or
Full Speed (12 Mbps). Configuration options: [HiSpeed] [Full Speed]
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CPU ConfigurationCPU Configuration
CPU Configuration
CPU ConfigurationCPU Configuration
The items in this menu show the CPU-related information that the BIOS
automatically detects.
Configure Advanced CPU settings
Manufacturer: Intel
Brand String: Genuine Intel(R) CPU 3.20GHz
Frequency : 3200 MHz
FSB Speed : 800 MHz
Cache L1 : 16 KB
Cache L2 : 1024 KB
Cache L3 : 0 KB
Ratio Status: Unlocked
Ratio Actual Value : 16
Ratio CMOS Setting: [ 8]
VID CMOS Setting: [ 62]
Microcode Updation: [Enabled]
Max CPUID Value Limit: [Disabled]
Enhanced C1 Control [Auto]
CPU Internal Thermal Control [Auto]
Hyper Threading Technology [Enabled]
Sets the ratio between
CPU Core Clock and the
FSB Frequency.
NOTE: If an invalid
ratio is set in CMOS
then actual and
setpoint values may
differ.
Ratio CMOS Setting [ 8]Ratio CMOS Setting [ 8]
Ratio CMOS Setting [ 8]
Ratio CMOS Setting [ 8]Ratio CMOS Setting [ 8]
Sets the ratio between the CPU Core Clock and the Front Side Bus
frequency. The default value of this item is auto-detected by BIOS. Use the
<+><+>
<+> or
<+><+>
VID CMOS Setting [ 62]VID CMOS Setting [ 62]
VID CMOS Setting [ 62]
VID CMOS Setting [ 62]VID CMOS Setting [ 62]
<-><->
< - > keys to adjust the values.
<-><->
Allows you to set the VID CMOS setting at which the processor is to run.
The default value of this item is auto-detected by BIOS. Use the
<-><->
< - > keys to adjust the values.
<-><->
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Microcode Updation [Enabled]Microcode Updation [Enabled]
Microcode Updation [Enabled]
Microcode Updation [Enabled]Microcode Updation [Enabled]
Enables or disables microcode updation.
Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]
Max CPUID Value Limit [Disabled]Max CPUID Value Limit [Disabled]
Max CPUID Value Limit [Disabled]
Max CPUID Value Limit [Disabled]Max CPUID Value Limit [Disabled]
Enable this item to boot legacy operating systems that cannot support
CPUs with extended CPUID functions. Configuration options: [Disabled]
[Enabled]
Enhanced C1 Control [Auto]Enhanced C1 Control [Auto]
Enhanced C1 Control [Auto]
Enhanced C1 Control [Auto]Enhanced C1 Control [Auto]
When set to [Auto], the BIOS will automatically check the CPU’s capability
to enable the C1E support. In C1E mode, the CPU power consumption is
lower when idle. Configuration options: [Auto] [Disabled]
CPU Internal Thermal Control [Auto]CPU Internal Thermal Control [Auto]
CPU Internal Thermal Control [Auto]
CPU Internal Thermal Control [Auto]CPU Internal Thermal Control [Auto]
Disables or sets the CPU internal thermal control.
Configuration options: [Auto] [Disabled]
Hyper-Threading Technology [Enabled]Hyper-Threading Technology [Enabled]
Hyper-Threading Technology [Enabled]
Hyper-Threading Technology [Enabled]Hyper-Threading Technology [Enabled]
Allows you to enable or disable the processor Hyper-Threading Technology.
Refer to the Appendix for more information on the Hyper-Threading
Technology. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]
The following item appears only when you installed an Intel
CPU that supports the Enhanced Intel SpeedStep
Intel(R) SpeedStep Technology [Automatic]Intel(R) SpeedStep Technology [Automatic]
Intel(R) SpeedStep Technology [Automatic]
Intel(R) SpeedStep Technology [Automatic]Intel(R) SpeedStep Technology [Automatic]
Allows you to use the Enhanced Intel SpeedStep
®
®
Technology (EIST).
Technology. When set to
®
Pentium® 4
[Automatic], you can adjust the system power settings in the operating
system to use the EIST feature.
Set this item to [Maximum] or [Disabled] if you
do not want to use the EIST.
The CPU constantly operates at a lower internal frequency when you set
this item to [Minimum].
Configuration options: [Maximum] [Minimum] [Automatic] [Disabled]
• Refer to the Appendix for details on how to use the EIST feature.
• The motherboard comes with a BIOS file that supports EIST.
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5.4.3
5.4.35.4.3
Advanced Chipset SettingsAdvanced Chipset Settings
Advanced Chipset Settings
Advanced Chipset SettingsAdvanced Chipset Settings
The Advanced Chipset Settings menu allows you to change the advanced
chipset settings. Select an item then press <Enter> to display the sub-menu.
Advanced Chipset Settings
Configure DRAM Timing by SPD Enabled]
Booting Graphic Adapter Priority [PCI Express/Int-VGA]
Internal Graphics Mode Select [Enabled, 8M]
Fixed Graphic Memory Size [32MB]
DVMT Graphic Memory Size [32MB]
PCI-EX Ports Configuration
VC1 for Azalia & Root Ports [Disabled]
Configure DRAM Timing by SPD [Enabled]Configure DRAM Timing by SPD [Enabled]
Configure DRAM Timing by SPD [Enabled]
Configure DRAM Timing by SPD [Enabled]Configure DRAM Timing by SPD [Enabled]
Enable or disable DRAM
timing.
When this item is enabled, the DRAM timing parameters are set according
to the DRAM SPD (Serial Presence Detect). When disabled, you can
manually set the DRAM timing parameters through the DRAM sub-items.
The following sub-items appear when this item is Disabled. Configuration
options: [Disabled] [Enabled]
DRAM CAS# Latency [3 Clocks]
Controls the latency between the SDRAM read command and the time
the data actually becomes available.
Configuration options: [3 Clocks] [2.5 Clocks] [2 Clocks]
DRAM RAS# Precharge [4 Clocks]
Controls the idle clocks after issuing a precharge command to the DDR
SDRAM. Configuration options: [2 Clocks] [3 Clocks] [4 Clocks]
[5 Clocks]
DRAM RAS# to CAS# Delay [4 Clocks]
Controls the latency between the DDR SDRAM active command and
the read/write command. Configuration options: [2 Clocks]
[3 Clocks] [4 Clocks] [5 Clocks]
DRAM RAS# Activate to Precharge Delay [15 Clocks]
Configuration options: [4 Clocks] [5 Clocks] ~ [15 Clocks]
DRAM Burst Length [8]
Sets the DRAM Burst Length. Configuration options: [4] [8]
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Booting Graphic Adapter Priority [PCI/PCI Express]Booting Graphic Adapter Priority [PCI/PCI Express]
Booting Graphic Adapter Priority [PCI/PCI Express]
Booting Graphic Adapter Priority [PCI/PCI Express]Booting Graphic Adapter Priority [PCI/PCI Express]
Allows selection of the graphics controller to use as primary boot device.
Configuration options: [Internal VGA] [PCI Express/Int-VGA]
[PCI Express/PCI] [PCI/PCI Express] [PCI/Int-VGA]
Internal Graphics Mode Select [Enabled, 8MB]Internal Graphics Mode Select [Enabled, 8MB]
Internal Graphics Mode Select [Enabled, 8MB]
Internal Graphics Mode Select [Enabled, 8MB]Internal Graphics Mode Select [Enabled, 8MB]
Allows user to select the amount of system memory pre-allocated by the
internal graphics device. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled, 1MB]
[Enabled, 4MB] [Enabled, 8MB] [Enabled, 16MB] [Enabled, 32MB]
Fixed Graphic Memory Size [32 MB]
Allows you to set the fixed graphic memory size.
Configuration options: [ 0 MB] [32 MB] [64 MB] [128 MB]
DVMT Graphic Memory Size [32 MB]
Allows you to set the DVMT graphic memory size.
Configuration options: [ 0 MB] [32 MB] [64 MB] [128 MB] [226 MB]
VC1 for Azalia & Root Ports [Enabled]VC1 for Azalia & Root Ports [Enabled]
VC1 for Azalia & Root Ports [Enabled]
VC1 for Azalia & Root Ports [Enabled]VC1 for Azalia & Root Ports [Enabled]
Enables or disables the VC1 for the Azalia audio ports and other root ports.
Configuration options: [Disabled] [Disabled]
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5.4.45.4.4
Configure Win627EHF Super IO Chipset
AC97 Controller [Enabled]
Onboard 1394 Controller [Enabled]
Onboard LAN [Enabled]
LAN Boot ROM [Disabled]
Serial Port1 Address [3F8/IRQ4]
Parallel Port Address [378]
Parallel Port Mode [ECP]
ECP Mode DMA Channel [DMA3]
Parallel Port IRQ [IRQ7]
AC97 Controller [Enabled]AC97 Controller [Enabled]
AC97 Controller [Enabled]
AC97 Controller [Enabled]AC97 Controller [Enabled]
Onboard Devices ConfigurationOnboard Devices Configuration
Onboard Devices Configuration
Onboard Devices ConfigurationOnboard Devices Configuration
Enables or disables the AC97 audio controller.
Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled]
Enable or disable AC97
controller.
OnBoard LAN [Enabled]OnBoard LAN [Enabled]
OnBoard LAN [Enabled]
OnBoard LAN [Enabled]OnBoard LAN [Enabled]
Enables or disables the onboard LAN controller.
Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]
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LAN Boot ROM [Disabled]
Allows you to enable or disable the LAN Boot ROM in the onboard LAN
controller. This item appears only when the Onboard LAN item is set
to Enabled. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]
Serial Port1 Address [3F8/IRQ4]Serial Port1 Address [3F8/IRQ4]
Serial Port1 Address [3F8/IRQ4]
Serial Port1 Address [3F8/IRQ4]Serial Port1 Address [3F8/IRQ4]
Allows you to select the Serial Port1 base address.
Configuration options: [Disabled] [3F8/IRQ4] [2F8/IRQ3] [3E8/IRQ4]
[2E8/IRQ3]
Parallel Port Address [378]Parallel Port Address [378]
Parallel Port Address [378]
Parallel Port Address [378]Parallel Port Address [378]
Allows you to select the Parallel Port base addresses.
Configuration options: [Disabled] [378] [278] [3BC]
Parallel Port Mode [ECP]Parallel Port Mode [ECP]
Parallel Port Mode [ECP]
Parallel Port Mode [ECP]Parallel Port Mode [ECP]
Allows you to select the Parallel Port mode.
Configuration options: [Normal] [Bi-directional] [EPP] [ECP]
ECP Mode DMA Channel [DMA3]
Appears only when the Parallel Port Mode is set to [ECP]. This item
allows you to set the Parallel Port ECP DMA.
Configuration options: [DMA0] [DMA1] [DMA3]
EPP Version [1.9]EPP Version [1.9]
EPP Version [1.9]
EPP Version [1.9]EPP Version [1.9]
Allows selection of the Parallel Port EPP version. This item appears
only when the
Parallel Port ModeParallel Port Mode
Parallel Port Mode is set to
Parallel Port ModeParallel Port Mode
EPPEPP
EPP.
EPPEPP
Configuration options: [1.9] [1.7]
Parallel Port IRQ [IRQ7]
Allows selection of the Parallel Port IRQ.
Configuration options: [IRQ5] [IRQ7]
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2.4.5
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PCI PnPPCI PnP
PCI PnP
PCI PnPPCI PnP
The PCI PnP menu items allow you to change the advanced settings for
PCI/PnP devices. The menu includes setting IRQ and DMA channel resources
for either PCI/PnP or legacy ISA devices, and setting the memory size block
for legacy ISA devices.
Take caution when changing the settings of the PCI PnP menu items.
Incorrect field values can cause the system to malfunction.
Advanced PCI/PnP Settings
WARNING: Setting wrong values in below sections
may cause system to malfunction.
Plug And Play O/S [No]
PCI Latency Timer [64]
Allocate IRQ to PCI VGA [Yes]
Palette Snooping [Disabled]
PCI IDE BusMaster [Enabled]
OffBoard PCI/ISA IDE Card [Auto]
IRQ-3 assigned to [PCI Device]
IRQ-4 assigned to [PCI Device]
IRQ-5 assigned to [PCI Device]
IRQ-7 assigned to [PCI Device]
IRQ-9 assigned to [PCI Device]
IRQ-10 assigned to [PCI Device]
IRQ-11 assigned to [PCI Device]
IRQ-14 assigned to [PCI Device]
IRQ-15 assigned to [PCI Device]
Plug and Play O/S [No]Plug and Play O/S [No]
Plug and Play O/S [No]
Plug and Play O/S [No]Plug and Play O/S [No]
Available: Specified
IRQ is available to be
used by PCI/PnP
devices.
Reserved: Specified IRQ
is reserved for use by
Legacy ISA devices.
When set to [No], BIOS configures all the devices in the system. When set
to [Yes] and if you install a Plug and Play operating system, the operating
system configures the Plug and Play devices not required for boot.
Configuration options: [No] [Yes]
PCI Latency Timer [64]PCI Latency Timer [64]
PCI Latency Timer [64]
PCI Latency Timer [64]PCI Latency Timer [64]
Allows you to select the value in units of PCI clocks for the PCI device
latency timer register. Configuration options: [32] [64] [96] [128] [160]
[192] [224] [248]
Allocate IRQ to PCI VGA [Yes]Allocate IRQ to PCI VGA [Yes]
Allocate IRQ to PCI VGA [Yes]
Allocate IRQ to PCI VGA [Yes]Allocate IRQ to PCI VGA [Yes]
When set to [Yes], BIOS assigns an IRQ to PCI VGA card if the card
requests for an IRQ. When set to [No], BIOS does not assign an IRQ to the
PCI VGA card even if requested. Configuration options: [No] [Yes]
Palette Snooping [Disabled]Palette Snooping [Disabled]
Palette Snooping [Disabled]
Palette Snooping [Disabled]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]
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PCI IDE BusMaster [Enabled]PCI IDE BusMaster [Enabled]
PCI IDE BusMaster [Enabled]
PCI IDE BusMaster [Enabled]PCI IDE BusMaster [Enabled]
Allows BIOS to use PCI bus mastering when reading/writing to IDE devices.
Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]
OffBoard PCI/ISA IDE Card [Auto]OffBoard PCI/ISA IDE Card [Auto]
OffBoard PCI/ISA IDE Card [Auto]
OffBoard PCI/ISA IDE Card [Auto]OffBoard PCI/ISA IDE Card [Auto]
Allows you to set the PCI slot number holding a PCI IDE card that requires
you to set the slot number. Configuration options: [Auto] [PCI Slot1]
[PCI Slot2] [PCI Slot3] [PCI Slot4] [PCI Slot5] [PCI Slot6]
IRQ-xx assigned to [PCI Device]IRQ-xx assigned to [PCI Device]
IRQ-xx assigned to [PCI Device]
IRQ-xx assigned to [PCI Device]IRQ-xx assigned to [PCI Device]
When set to [PCI Device], the specific IRQ is free for use of PCI/PnP
devices. When set to [Reserved], the IRQ is reserved for legacy ISA
devices. Configuration options: [PCI Device] [Reserved]
5.5 Power menu
The Power menu items allow you to change the settings for the Advanced
Power Management (APM) and Advanced Configuration and Power Interface
(ACPI). Select an item then press <Enter> to display the configuration
options.
Suspend Mode [Auto]
Repost Video on S3 Resume [No]
ACPI 2.0 Support [No]
ACPI APIC Support [Enabled]
APM Configuration
Hardware Monitor
5.5.15.5.1
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5.5.15.5.1
Allows you to select the Advanced Configuration and Power Interface
(ACPI) state to be used for system suspend.
Configuration options: [S1 (POS) Only] [S3 Only] [Auto]
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5.5.25.5.2
Determines whether to invoke VGA BIOS post on S3/STR resume.
Configuration options: [No] [Yes]
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5.5.3
5.5.35.5.3
Suspend Mode [Auto]Suspend Mode [Auto]
Suspend Mode [Auto]
Suspend Mode [Auto]Suspend Mode [Auto]
Repost Video on S3 Resume [No]Repost Video on S3 Resume [No]
Repost Video on S3 Resume [No]
Repost Video on S3 Resume [No]Repost Video on S3 Resume [No]
ACPI 2.0 Support [No]ACPI 2.0 Support [No]
ACPI 2.0 Support [No]
ACPI 2.0 Support [No]ACPI 2.0 Support [No]
Select the ACPI state
used for System
Suspend.
Allows you to add more tables for Advanced Configuration and Power
Interface (ACPI) 2.0 specifications. Configuration options: [No] [Yes]
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5.5.4
5.5.45.5.4
ACPI APIC Support [Enabled]ACPI APIC Support [Enabled]
ACPI APIC Support [Enabled]
ACPI APIC Support [Enabled]ACPI APIC Support [Enabled]
Allows you to enable or disable the Advanced Configuration and Power
Interface (ACPI) support in the Advanced Programmable Interrupt
Controller (APIC). When set to Enabled, the ACPI APIC table pointer is
included in the RSDT pointer list. Configuration options: [Disabled]
[Enabled]
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5.5.5
5.5.55.5.5
APM Configuration
Restore on AC Power Loss [Power Off]
Power On By RTC Alarm [Disabled]
Power On By External Modems [Disabled]
Power On By PCI Devices [Disabled]
Power On By PS/2 Keyboard [Disabled]
Keyboard Wakeup Password : Not Installed
Power On By PS/2 Mouse [Disabled]
Restore on AC Power Loss [Power Off]Restore on AC Power Loss [Power Off]
Restore on AC Power Loss [Power Off]
Restore on AC Power Loss [Power Off]Restore on AC Power Loss [Power Off]
APM ConfigurationAPM Configuration
APM Configuration
APM ConfigurationAPM Configuration
<Enter> to select
whether or not to
restart the system
after AC power loss.
When set to Power Off, the system goes into off state after an AC power
loss. When set to Power On, the system goes on after an AC power loss.
When set to Last State, the system goes into either off or on state,
whatever the system state was before the AC power loss.
Configuration options: [Power Off] [Power On] [Last State]
Power On By RTC Alarm [Disabled]Power On By RTC Alarm [Disabled]
Power On By RTC Alarm [Disabled]
Power On By RTC Alarm [Disabled]Power On By RTC Alarm [Disabled]
Allows you to enable or disable RTC to generate a wake event. When this
item is set to Enabled, the items RTC Alarm Date, RTC Alarm Hour, RTC
Alarm Minute, and RTC Alarm Second appear with set values. Configuration
options: [Disabled] [Enabled]
Power On By External Modems [Disabled]Power On By External Modems [Disabled]
Power On By External Modems [Disabled]
Power On By External Modems [Disabled]Power On By External Modems [Disabled]
This allows either settings of [Enabled] or [Disabled] for powering up the
computer when the external modem receives a call while the computer is in
Soft-off mode. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]
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.
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Power On By PCI Devices [Disabled]Power On By PCI Devices [Disabled]
Power On By PCI Devices [Disabled]
Power On By PCI Devices [Disabled]Power On By PCI Devices [Disabled]
When set to [Enabled], this parameter allows you to turn on the system
through a PCI LAN or modem card. This feature requires an ATX power
supply that provides at least 1A on the +5VSB lead.
Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]
Power On By PS/2 Keyboard [Disabled]Power On By PS/2 Keyboard [Disabled]
Power On By PS/2 Keyboard [Disabled]
Power On By PS/2 Keyboard [Disabled]Power On By PS/2 Keyboard [Disabled]
Allows you to use specific keys on the keyboard to turn on the system.
This feature requires an ATX power supply that provides at least 1A on the
+5VSB lead. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]
Keyboard Wakeup Password
This item appears only when the Power On By PS/2 Keyboard is set to
Enabled. Select this item to set or change the keyboard wakeup
password. The
below shows the default
password, this item shows
Power On By PS/2 Mouse [Disabled]Power On By PS/2 Mouse [Disabled]
Power On By PS/2 Mouse [Disabled]
Power On By PS/2 Mouse [Disabled]Power On By PS/2 Mouse [Disabled]
Keyboard Wakeup PasswordKeyboard Wakeup Password
Keyboard Wakeup Password item that appears
Keyboard Wakeup PasswordKeyboard Wakeup Password
Not InstalledNot Installed
Not Installed. After you have set a
Not InstalledNot Installed
InstalledInstalled
Installed.
InstalledInstalled
When set to [Enabled], this parameter allows you to use the PS/2 mouse
to turn on the system. This feature requires an ATX power supply that
provides at least 1A on the +5VSB lead. Configuration options: [Disabled]
[Enabled]
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Hardware Monitor
CPU Temperature [51ºC/122.5ºF]
MB Temperature [41ºC/105.5ºF]
CPU Fan Speed [3813 RPM]
CPU Q-Fan Control [Disabled]
Chassis Fan Speed [N/A]
VCORE Voltage [ 1.320V]
3.3V Voltage [ 3.345V]
5V Voltage [ 5.094V]
12V Voltage [11.880V]
CPU Temperature [xxxºC/xxxºF]CPU Temperature [xxxºC/xxxºF]
CPU Temperature [xxxºC/xxxºF]
CPU Temperature [xxxºC/xxxºF]CPU Temperature [xxxºC/xxxºF]
MB Temperature [xxxºC/xxxºF]MB Temperature [xxxºC/xxxº F]
MB Temperature [xxxºC/xxxºF]
MB Temperature [xxxºC/xxxºF]MB Temperature [xxxºC/xxxº F]
Hardware MonitorHardware Monitor
Hardware Monitor
Hardware MonitorHardware Monitor
The onboard hardware monitor automatically detects and displays the
motherboard and CPU temperatures. Select Disabled if you do not wish to
display the detected temperatures.
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CPU Fan Speed [xxxxRPM] or [N/A]CPU Fan Speed [xxxxRPM] or [N/A]
CPU Fan Speed [xxxxRPM] or [N/A]
CPU Fan Speed [xxxxRPM] or [N/A]CPU Fan Speed [xxxxRPM] or [N/A]
The onboard hardware monitor automatically detects and displays the CPU
fan speed in rotations per minute (RPM). If the fan is not connected to the
motherboard, the field shows N/A.
CPU Q-Fan Control [Disabled]CPU Q-Fan Control [Disabled]
CPU Q-Fan Control [Disabled]
CPU Q-Fan Control [Disabled]CPU Q-Fan Control [Disabled]
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
the appropriate fan speed ratio. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]
CPU Fan Ratio [Auto]CPU Fan Ratio [Auto]
CPU Fan Ratio [Auto]
CPU Fan Ratio [Auto]CPU Fan Ratio [Auto]
Allows you to select the appropriate CPU fan speed ratio for the system.
The default [Auto] automatically selects the fan speed ratio when
operating a low CPU temperature. Select a higher ratio if you installed
additional devices and the system requires more ventilation. This item
appears only when the CPU Q-Fan Control item is Enabled.
Configuration options: [Auto] [90%] [80%] [70%] [60%]
CPU Fan RatioCPU Fan Ratio
CPU Fan Ratio item appears to allow selection of
CPU Fan RatioCPU Fan Ratio
CPU Target Temperature [xxxºC]CPU Target Temperature [xxxºC]
CPU Target Temperature [xxxºC]
CPU Target Temperature [xxxºC]CPU Target Temperature [xxxºC]
Allows you to set the CPU temperature threshold when the CPU fan speed
is increased to lower the CPU temperature. This item appears only when
the CPU Q-Fan Control item is Enabled. Configuration options: [Auto]
[53ºC] [56ºC] [59ºC] [62ºC] [65ºC] [68ºC] [71ºC] [74ºC] [77ºC] [80ºC]
[83ºC]
Chassis Fan Speed [xxxxRPM] or [N/A]Chassis Fan Speed [xxxxRPM] or [N/A]
Chassis Fan Speed [xxxxRPM] or [N/A]
Chassis Fan Speed [xxxxRPM] or [N/A]Chassis Fan Speed [xxxxRPM] or [N/A]
The onboard hardware monitor automatically detects and displays the
chassis fan speed in rotations per minute (RPM). If the fan is not connected
to the chassis, the specific field shows N/A.
VCORE Voltage, 3.3V Voltage, 5V Voltage, 12V VoltageVCORE Voltage, 3.3V Voltage, 5V Voltage, 12V Voltage
VCORE Voltage, 3.3V Voltage, 5V Voltage, 12V Voltage
VCORE Voltage, 3.3V Voltage, 5V Voltage, 12V VoltageVCORE Voltage, 3.3V Voltage, 5V Voltage, 12V Voltage
The onboard hardware monitor automatically detects the voltage output
through the onboard voltage regulators.
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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
Removable Drives
Boot Settings Configuration
Security
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Boot Device Priority
1st Boot Device [1st FLOPPY DRIVE]
2nd Boot Device [PM-ST330620A]
3rd Boot Device [PS-Pioneer CD-ROM]
Boot Device PriorityBoot Device Priority
Boot Device Priority
Boot Device PriorityBoot Device Priority
Specifies the Boot
Device Priority
sequence
1st ~ 3rd Boot Device [1st Floppy Drive]1st ~ 3rd Boot Device [1st Floppy Drive]
1st ~ 3rd Boot Device [1st Floppy Drive]
1st ~ 3rd Boot Device [1st Floppy Drive]1st ~ 3rd Boot Device [1st Floppy Drive]
These items specify the boot device priority sequence from the available
devices. The number of device items that appears on the screen depends
on the number of devices installed in the system.
Configuration options: [xxxxx Drive] [Disabled]
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Removable Drives
1st Drive [1st FLOPPY DRIVE]
2nd Drive [USB2.0 Card Reader]
3rd Drive [USB2.0 Card Reader]
4th Drive [USB2.0 Card Reader]
1st ~ 4th Drive [1st Floppy Drive] or [USB2.0 Card Reader]1st ~ 4th Drive [1st Floppy Drive] or [USB2.0 Card Reader]
1st ~ 4th Drive [1st Floppy Drive] or [USB2.0 Card Reader]
1st ~ 4th Drive [1st Floppy Drive] or [USB2.0 Card Reader]1st ~ 4th Drive [1st Floppy Drive] or [USB2.0 Card Reader]
Removable DrivesRemovable Drives
Removable Drives
Removable DrivesRemovable Drives
These items specify the boot priority sequence from the available
removable drives or media. The number of drives or media that appears on
the screen depends on the number of drives or media installed on the
system. Configuration options: [xxxxx Drive] [USB2.0 Card Reader CF]
[USB2.0 Card Reader SM XD0100] [USB2.0 Card Reader MS] [Disabled]
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Boot Settings Configuration
Quick Boot [Enabled]
Full Screen Logo [Enabled]
AddOn ROM Display Mode [Keep Current]
Bootup Num-Lock [On]
PS/2 Mouse Support [Auto]
Wait For ‘F1’ If Error [Enabled]
Hit ‘DEL’ Message Display [Enabled]
Interrupt 19 Capture [Disabled]
Quick Boot [Enabled]Quick Boot [Enabled]
Quick Boot [Enabled]
Quick Boot [Enabled]Quick Boot [Enabled]
Boot Settings ConfigurationBoot Settings Configuration
Boot Settings Configuration
Boot Settings ConfigurationBoot Settings Configuration
Allows BIOS to skip
certain tests while
booting. This will
decrease the time
needed to boot the
system.
Enabling this item allows the BIOS to skip some power on self tests (POST)
while booting to decrease the time needed to boot the system. When set
to [Disabled], BIOS performs all the POST items.
Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]
Full Screen Logo [Enabled]Full Screen Logo [Enabled]
Full Screen Logo [Enabled]
Full Screen Logo [Enabled]Full Screen Logo [Enabled]
This allows you to enable or disable the full screen logo display feature.
Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]
Set this item to [Enabled] to use the ASUS MyLogo™ feature.
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Add On ROM Display Mode [Keep Current]Add On ROM Display Mode [Keep Current]
Add On ROM Display Mode [Keep Current]
Add On ROM Display Mode [Keep Current]Add On ROM Display Mode [Keep Current]
Sets the display mode for option ROM.
Configuration options: [Force BIOS] [Keep Current]
Bootup Num-Lock [On]Bootup Num-Lock [On]
Bootup Num-Lock [On]
Bootup Num-Lock [On]Bootup Num-Lock [On]
Allows you to select the power-on state for the NumLock.
Configuration options: [Off] [On]
PS/2 Mouse Support [Auto]PS/2 Mouse Support [Auto]
PS/2 Mouse Support [Auto]
PS/2 Mouse Support [Auto]PS/2 Mouse Support [Auto]
Allows you to enable or disable support for PS/2 mouse.
Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] [Auto]
Wait for ‘F1’ If Error [Enabled]Wait for ‘F1’ If Error [Enabled]
Wait for ‘F1’ If Error [Enabled]
Wait for ‘F1’ If Error [Enabled]Wait for ‘F1’ If Error [Enabled]
When set to Enabled, the system waits for the F1 key to be pressed when
error occurs. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]
Hit ‘DEL’ Message Display [Enabled]Hit ‘DEL’ Message Display [Enabled]
Hit ‘DEL’ Message Display [Enabled]
Hit ‘DEL’ Message Display [Enabled]Hit ‘DEL’ Message Display [Enabled]
When set to Enabled, the system displays the message “Press DEL to run
Setup” during POST. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]
Interrupt 19 Capture [Disabled]Interrupt 19 Capture [Disabled]
Interrupt 19 Capture [Disabled]
Interrupt 19 Capture [Disabled]Interrupt 19 Capture [Disabled]
When set to [Enabled], this function allows the option ROMs to trap
Interrupt 19. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]
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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 Supervisor PasswordChange Supervisor Password
Change Supervisor Password
Change Supervisor PasswordChange Supervisor Password
SecuritySecurity
Security
SecuritySecurity
<Enter> to change
password.
<Enter> again to
disabled password.
Select this item to set or change the supervisor password. The Supervisor
Password item on top of the screen shows the default
After you set a password, this item shows
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To set a Supervisor Password:
1. Select the Change Supervisor Password item and press <Enter>.
2. From the password box, 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.
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.
If you forget your BIOS password, you clear it by erasing the CMOS Real
Time Clock (RTC) RAM. See section “4.2 Jumpers” for information on
how to erase the RTC RAM.
After you have set a supervisor password, the other items appear to allow
you to change other security settings.
Security Settings
Supervisor Password : Not Installed
User Password : Not Installed
Change Supervisor Password
User Access Level [Full Access]
Change User Password
Clear User Password
Password Check [Setup]
User Access Level (Full Access]User Access Level (Full Access]
User Access Level (Full Access]
User Access Level (Full Access]User Access Level (Full Access]
This item allows you to select the access restriction to the Setup items.
Configuration options: [No Access] [View Only] [Limited] [Full Access]
No AccessNo Access
No Access prevents user access to the Setup utility.
No AccessNo Access
View Only View Only
View Only allows access but does not allow change to any field.
View Only View Only
Limited Limited
Limited allows changes only to selected fields, such as Date and
Limited Limited
Time.
Full AccessFull Access
Full Access allows viewing and changing all the fields in the Setup
Full AccessFull Access
utility.
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Change User PasswordChange User Password
Change User Password
Change User PasswordChange User Password
Select this item to set or change the user password. The User Password
item on top of the screen shows the default
a password, this item shows
To set a User Password:
1. Select the Change User 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 set your password
successfully.
To change the user password, follow the same steps as in setting a user
password.
Clear User PasswordClear User Password
Clear User Password
Clear User PasswordClear User Password
Select this item to clear the user password.
InstalledInstalled
Installed.
InstalledInstalled
Not InstalledNot Installed
Not Installed. After you set
Not InstalledNot Installed
Password Check [Setup]Password Check [Setup]
Password Check [Setup]
Password Check [Setup]Password Check [Setup]
When set to [Setup], BIOS checks for user password when accessing the
Setup utility. When set to [Always], BIOS checks for user password both
when accessing Setup and booting the system.
Configuration options: [Setup] [Always]
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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
Pressing <Esc> does not immediately exit this menu. Select one of the
options from this menu or <F10> from the legend bar to exit.
Exit & Save ChangesExit & Save Changes
Exit & Save Changes
Exit & Save ChangesExit & Save Changes
Once you are finished making your selections, choose this option from the
Exit menu to ensure the values you selected are saved to the CMOS RAM.
An onboard backup battery sustains the CMOS RAM so it stays on even
when the PC is turned off. When you select this option, a confirmation
window appears. Select
If you attempt to exit the Setup program without saving your changes,
the program prompts you with a message asking if you want to save
your changes before exiting. Press <Enter> to save the changes while
exiting.
Exit & Discard ChangesExit & Discard Changes
Exit & Discard Changes
Exit & Discard ChangesExit & Discard Changes
YesYes
Y e s to save changes and exit.
YesYes
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 ChangesDiscard Changes
Discard Changes
Discard ChangesDiscard Changes
This option allows you to discard the selections you made and restore the
previously saved values. After selecting this option, a confirmation appears.
Select
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YesYes
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Load Setup Defaults
Load Setup DefaultsLoad Setup Defaults
This option allows you to load the default values for each of the
parameters on the Setup menus. When you select this option or if you
press <F5>, a confirmation window appears. Select
values. Select
Exit & Save ChangesExit & Save Changes
Exit & Save Changes or make other changes before
Exit & Save ChangesExit & Save Changes
YesYes
Y e s to load default
YesYes
saving the values to the non-volatile RAM.
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Appendix
The Appendix describes the CPU
features and technologies that the
system supports.
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A.1 Intel® EM64T
• The motherboard is fully compatible with Intel
processors running on 32-bit operating systems.
• The motherboard comes with a BIOS file that supports EM64T. You
can download the latest BIOS file from the ASUS website
(www.asus.com/support/download/) if you need to update the BIOS
file. See Chapter 5 for details.
• Visit www.intel.com for more information on the EM64T feature.
• Visit www.microsoft.com for more information on Windows
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Using the IntelUsing the Intel
Using the Intel
Using the IntelUsing the Intel
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EM64T feature EM64T feature
EM64T feature
EM64T feature EM64T feature
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Pentium® 4 LGA775
®
64-bit OS.
To use the Intel® EM64T feature:
®
1. Install an Intel
2. Install a 64-bit operating system (Windows
Pentium® 4 CPU that supports the Intel® EM64T.
®
XP Professional x64
Edition or Windows® Server 2003 x64 Edition).
3. Install the 64-bit drivers for the motherboard components and devices
from the support CD.
4. Install the 64-bit drivers for expansion cards or add-on devices, if any.
Refer to the expansion card or add-on device(s) documentation, or visit
the related website, to verify if the card/device supports a 64-bit system.
A.2 Enhanced Intel SpeedStep
®
Technology (EIST)
• The motherboard comes with a BIOS file that supports EIST. You can
download the latest BIOS file from the ASUS website
(www.asus.com/support/download/) if you need to update the
BIOS. See Chapter 5 for details.
• Visit www.intel.com for more information on the EIST feature.
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Before using EIST, check your system if it meets the following
requirements:
System requirementsSystem requirements
System requirements
System requirementsSystem requirements
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• Intel
Pentium® 4 processor with EIST support
• BIOS file with EIST support
• Operating system with EIST support (Windows
Server 2003 SP1/Linux 2.6 kernel or later versions)
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To use the EIST feature:
1. Turn on the computer, then enter the BIOS Setup.
Using the EISTUsing the EIST
Using the EIST
Using the EISTUsing the EIST
2. Go to the
then press <Enter>.
3. Set the
then press <Enter>. See page 5-15 for details.
4. Press <F10> to save your changes and exit the BIOS setup.
5. After the computer restarts, right click on a blank space on the desktop,
then select
6. When the
window appears, click the
Screen Saver Screen Saver
Screen Saver tab.
Screen Saver Screen Saver
7. Click the
Monitor power section to open
Power OptionsPower Options
the
Power Options
Power OptionsPower Options
Properties Properties
Properties window.
Properties Properties
Advanced MenuAdvanced Menu
Advanced Menu, highlight
Advanced MenuAdvanced Menu
Intel(R) SpeedStep TechnologyIntel(R) SpeedStep Technology
Intel(R) SpeedStep Technology item to [Automatic],
Intel(R) SpeedStep TechnologyIntel(R) SpeedStep Technology
Properties Properties
Properties from the pop-up menu.
Properties Properties
Display PropertiesDisplay Properties
Display Properties
Display PropertiesDisplay Properties
Power Power
Power button on the
Power Power
CPU ConfigurationCPU Configuration
CPU Configuration,
CPU ConfigurationCPU Configuration
8. On the
click
except
or
9. Click
10. Close the
window.
After you adjust the power
scheme, the CPU internal
frequency slightly decreases
when the CPU loading is low.
Power schemes Power schemes
Power schemes section,
Power schemes Power schemes
, then select any option
Home/Office DesktopHome/Office Desktop
Home/Office Desktop
Home/Office DesktopHome/Office Desktop
Always OnAlways On
Always On.
Always OnAlways On
ApplyApply
Apply, then click
ApplyApply
Display PropertiesDisplay Properties
Display Properties
Display PropertiesDisplay Properties
The screen displays and procedures may vary depending on the
operating system.
OKOK
OK.
OKOK
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A.3 Intel® Hyper-Threading Technology
• The motherboard supports Intel® Pentium® 4 LGA775 processors
with Hyper-Threading Technology.
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• Hyper-Threading Technology is supported under Windows
Server and Linux 2.4.x (kernel) and later versions only. Under Linux, use
the Hyper-Threading compiler to compile the code. If you are using any
other operating systems, disable the Hyper-Threading Techonology
item in the BIOS to ensure system stability and performance.
XP/2003
• Installing Windows
• Make sure to enable the Hyper-Threading Technology item in BIOS
before installing a supported operating system.
• For more information on Hyper-Threading Technology, visit
www.intel.com/info/hyperthreading.
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XP Service Pack 1 or later version is recommended.
To use the Hyper-Threading Technology:
®
1. Install an Intel
Pentium® 4 CPU that supports Hyper-Threading
Technology.
2. Power up the system and enter the BIOS Setup. Under the
MenuMenu
M e n u, make sure that the item
MenuMenu
set to
EnabledEnabled
Enabled. See page 5-15 for details.
EnabledEnabled
Hyper-Threading Technology Hyper-Threading Technology
Hyper-Threading Technology is
Hyper-Threading Technology Hyper-Threading Technology
AdvancedAdvanced
Advanced
AdvancedAdvanced
The BIOS item appears only if you installed a CPU that supports
Hyper-Threading Techonology.
3. Restart the computer.
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