ASUS K8V-F User Manual
K8V-F
User Guide
Motherboard
Checklist
E1495
First Edition V1
December 2003
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Contents
Notices ............................................................................................ v
Safety information .......................................................................... vi
About this guide ............................................................................ vii
K8V-F specification summary ........................................................ ix
Chapter 1: Product introduction
1.1 Welcome! ........................................................................... 1-2
1.2 Special features ................................................................. 1-2
1.2.1 Product highlights .................................................. 1-2
1.2.2 ASUS unique features ........................................... 1-4
1.3 Before you proceed ........................................................... 1-5
1.4 Motherboard overview ....................................................... 1-6
1.4.1 Motherboard layout ............................................... 1-6
1.4.2 Placement direction ............................................... 1-7
1.4.3 Screw holes ........................................................... 1-7
1.5 Central Processing Unit (CPU) .......................................... 1-8
1.5.1 Overview ................................................................ 1-8
1.5.2 Installing the CPU .................................................. 1-8
Features
1.6 System memory ............................................................... 1-10
1.6.1 Overview .............................................................. 1-10
1.6.2 Memory configurations ........................................ 1-10
1.6.3 Installing a DIMM ................................................. 1-12
1.6.4 Removing a DIMM ............................................... 1-12
1.7 Expansion slots ................................................................ 1-13
1.7.1 Installing an expansion card ................................ 1-13
1.7.2 Configuring an expansion card............................ 1-13
1.7.3 PCI slots .............................................................. 1-15
1.7.4 AGP slot ............................................................... 1-15
1.8 Jumpers ........................................................................... 1-16
1.9 Connectors ....................................................................... 1-18
1.9.1 Rear panel connectors ........................................ 1-18
1.9.2 Internal connectors .............................................. 1-19
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Chapter 2: BIOS information
2.1 Managing and updating your BIOS .................................... 2-2
2.1.1 Creating a bootable floppy disk ............................. 2-2
2.1.2 Using AFUDOS to copy the current BIOS ............. 2-3
2.1.3 Using AFUDOS to update the BIOS ...................... 2-3
2.1.4 Using ASUS EZ Flash to update the BIOS ............ 2-5
2.1.5 Recovering the BIOS with CrashFree BIOS 2 ....... 2-6
2.1.6 ASUS Update ........................................................ 2-8
2.2 BIOS Setup program ........................................................ 2-10
2.2.2 Menu bar ............................................................... 2-11
2.2.3 Navigation keys .................................................... 2-11
2.2.1 BIOS menu screen ............................................... 2-11
2.2.4 Menu items .......................................................... 2-12
2.2.5 Sub-menu items ................................................... 2-12
2.2.6 Configuration fields .............................................. 2-12
2.2.7 Pop-up window .................................................... 2-12
2.2.8 Scroll bar .............................................................. 2-12
2.2.9 General help ........................................................ 2-12
2.3 Main menu ........................................................................ 2-13
2.3.1 System Time ........................................................ 2-13
2.3.2 System Date ........................................................ 2-13
2.3.3 Legacy Diskette A ................................................ 2-13
2.3.4 Primary/Secondary IDE Master/Slave ................. 2-14
2.3.5 System Information .............................................. 2-15
2.4 Advanced menu ............................................................... 2-16
2.4.1 CPU Configuration ............................................... 2-16
2.4.2 Chipset ................................................................. 2-21
2.4.3 Onboard Devices Configuration ........................... 2-25
2.4.4 PCIPnP ................................................................ 2-27
2.5 Power menu ..................................................................... 2-28
2.5.1 ACPI Aware O/S .................................................. 2-28
2.5.2 Suspend Mode ..................................................... 2-28
2.5.3 Repost Video S3 Resume.................................... 2-28
2.5.4 ACPI 2.0 Support ................................................. 2-28
2.5.5 ACPI APIC Support .............................................. 2-28
2.5.6 APM Configuration ............................................... 2-29
2.5.7 Hardware Monitor ................................................ 2-31
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2.6 Boot menu ........................................................................ 2-32
2.6.1 Boot Device Priority ............................................. 2-32
2.6.2 Boot Settings Configuration ................................. 2-33
2.6.3 Security ................................................................ 2-34
2.7 Exit menu ......................................................................... 2-36
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Notices
Federal Communications Commission Statement
This device complies with FCC Rules Part 15. Operation is subject to the
following two conditions:
• This device may not cause harmful interference, and
• This device must accept any interference received including interference
that may cause undesired operation.
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a
Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits
are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference
in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate
radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with
manufacturer’s instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio
communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not
occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful
interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by
turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the
interference by one or more of the following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from that to
which the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
The use of shielded cables for connection of the monitor to the
graphics card is required to assure compliance with FCC regulations.
Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by the
party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to
operate this equipment.
Canadian Department of Communications Statement
This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for radio noise
emissions from digital apparatus set out in the Radio Interference
Regulations of the Canadian Department of Communications.
This class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
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Safety information
Electrical safety
• To prevent electrical shock hazard, disconnect the power cable from
the electrical outlet before relocating the system.
• When adding or removing devices to or from the system, ensure that
the power cables for the devices are unplugged before the signal
cables are connected. If possible, disconnect all power cables from the
existing system before you add a device.
• Before connecting or removing signal cables from the motherboard,
ensure that all power cables are unplugged.
• Seek professional assistance before using an adpater or extension
cord. These devices could interrupt the grounding circuit.
• Make sure that your power supply is set to the correct voltage in your
area. If you are not sure about the voltage of the electrical outlet you
are using, contact your local power company.
• If the power supply is broken, do not try to fix it by yourself. Contact a
qualified service technician or your retailer.
Operation safety
• Before installing the motherboard and adding devices on it, carefully
read all the manuals that came with the package.
• Before using the product, make sure all cables are correctly connected
and the power cables are not damaged. If you detect any damage,
contact your dealer immediately.
• To avoid short circuits, keep paper clips, screws, and staples away from
connectors, slots, sockets and circuitry.
• Avoid dust, humidity, and temperature extremes. Do not place the
product in any area where it may become wet.
• Place the product on a stable surface.
• If you encounter technical problems with the product, contact a
qualified service technician or your retailer.
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About this guide
Conventions used in this guide
To make sure that you perform certain tasks properly, take note of the
following symbols used throughout this guide.
WARNING: Information to prevent injury to yourself when trying
to complete a task.
CAUTION: Information to prevent damage to the components
when trying to complete a task.
IMPORTANT: Information that you MUST follow to complete a
task.
NOTE: Tips and additional information to aid in completing a task.
Where to find more information
Refer to the following sources for additional information and for product
and software updates.
1. ASUS websites
The ASUS websites worldwide provide updated information on ASUS
hardware and software products. Refer to the ASUS contact
information.
2. Optional documentation
Your product package may include optional documentation, such as
warranty flyers, that may have been added by your dealer. These
documents are not part of the standard package.
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K8V-F specification summary*
CPU
Chipset
System bus
Memory
Expansion slots
Storage
Audio
Socket 754 for AMD Athlon™ 64 processor with built-in
1MB L2 cache or 512 kB L2 cache
AMD64 architecture that supports simultaneous 32-bit and
64-bit computing
VIA K8T800
VIA VT8237
Scalable HyperTransport™ Bus
2 x 184-pin DDR DIMM sockets for up to 2GB unbuffered
non-ECC PC3200/PC2700/PC2100 SDRAM
memory
1 x AGP 8X/4X
5 x PCI
2 x UltraATA133 connectors
2 x Serial ATA connectors
Realtek ALC655 6-channel audio CODEC
Digital audio via S/PDIF In/Out interface
LAN
IEEE 1394
Special features
Rear panel I/O
Internal I/O
Integrated 10/100 Mbps LAN controller in the southbridge
with Realtek RTL8201BL/CL LAN PHY
VIA VT6307 IEEE 1394 controller supports two 1394 ports
ASUS Update
1 x Parallel port
1 x Serial port
1 x PS/2 keyboard port
1 x PS/2 mouse port
4 x USB 2.0 ports
1 x IEEE 1394 port
1 x S/PDIF out port
1 x RJ-45 port
Line In/Line Out/Microphone ports
2 x USB 2.0 connector for 4 additional USB ports
IEEE 1394 connector for an additional IEEE 1394 port
CPU/chassis fan connectors
20-pin/4-pin ATX 12V power connectors
AUX connectors
S/PDIF In connector
Panel connector
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K8V-F specification summary*
BIOS features
Industry standard
Manageability
Form Factor
* Specifications are subject to change without notice.
4Mb Flash EEPROM AMI BIOS with enhanced ACPI, PnP,
DMI2.0, Green,TCAV, ASUS EZ Flash
PCI 2.2, USB 2.0/1.1
DMI 2.0, WOL/WOR by PME, Wake on USB/KB/Mouse
ATX form factor: 12 in x 9.6 in (30.5 cm x 24.4 cm)
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Chapter 1
This chapter describes the features of this
motherboard. It includes brief explanations of the
special attributes of the motherboard and the new
technology it supports.
Product introduction
1.1 Welcome!
Thank you for buying the ASUS® K8V-FSC motherboard!
The ASUS K8V-F motherboard delivers a host of new features and latest
technologies making it another standout in the long line of ASUS quality motherboards!
1.2 Special features!
1.2.1 Product highlights
AMD Athlon™ 64 processor support
The K8V-F motherboard comes with a 754-pin surface mount, Zero Insertion Force
(ZIF) socket that supports the AMD Athlon™ 64 processor. With an integrated
lowlatency high-bandwidth memory controller and a highly-scalable HyperTransport™
technology-based system bus, K8V-F provides a powerful platform for your diverse
computing needs. HyperTransport™ features a 16-bit/1.6GHz data transfer rate
between the processor and the K8V-F chipset for a total 6.4 GB/s bandwidth. This
speeds up the link between computer peripherals and optimizes over-all system
performance. See page 1-8.
VIA K8T800 and VT8237 chipset
Embedded in the K8V-F motherboard is the VIA K8T800 and VT8237 chipset. The VIA
K8T800 northbridge is a 64-bit processor controller that utilizes the HyperTransport™
bus link to interconnect with the AMD 64 processor. K8T800
supports AGP 8X and communicates with the southbridge chip using the VIA
proprietary V-Link interface. The VT8237 southbridge employs the VIA DriveStation™
Controller Suite that enables multiple drive configuration through native Serial ATA,
RAID, and Parallel ATA133 support. This chip also supports USB 2.0, IEEE 1394,
MC97, Gigabit Ethernet, PCI and LPC interfaces and allows 6 and 7.1-channel audio
through the VIA Vinyl Audio technology.
DDR400 support
The K8V-F features a single memory architecture for up to 2GB system memory. Two
184-pin DIMM sockets are available for installation of unbuffered non-ECC PC3200/
2700/2100 DDR DIMMs.See page 1-10.
Serial ATA solution
The motherboard supports two Serial ATA (SATA) interface, a revolutionary
replacement of the Parallel ATA storage interface. The Serial ATA specification allows
for thinner, more flexible cables with lower pin count, reduced voltage requirement, up
to 150 MB/s data transfer rate. See page 1-21.
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Integrated 10/100 Mbps LAN
Onboard is a Realtek 8201BL/CL LAN PHY that works with the integrated MAC in the
VT8237 southbridge to fully support 10BASE-T/ 100BASE-TX Ethernet networking.
See page 1-18.
6-channel and digital audio solution
Providing high-quality, 6-channel audio solution is the Realtek ALC655 Audio CODEC.
K8V-F also comes with a rear panel S/PDIF out jack and a S/PDIF in connector at
midboard to turn your computer into a high-end entertainment system with digital
connectivity to powerful sound systems. See page 1-18 and 1-20. 1-4 Chapter 2:
Hardware information
AGP 8X support
K8V-F fully supports the AGP 8X (AGP 3.0) specification. AGP 8X is the next
generation VGA interface for enhanced graphics performance with high bandwidth
speeds of up to 2.12 GB/s. See page 1-15.
IEEE 1394 support
The IEEE 1394 interface provides high-speed and flexible PC connectivity to a wide
range of peripherals and devices compliant to IEEE 1394 standards. The IEEE 1394
interface allows up to 400Mbps transfer rates through simple, low-cost, high-bandwidth
asynchronous (real-time) data interfacing between computers, peripherals, and
consumer electronic devices such as camcorders, VCRs, printers,TVs, and digital
cameras. See page 1-18 and 1-22.
USB 2.0 technology
The motherboard implements the new Universal Serial Bus (USB) 2.0 specification
that increases the connection speed from 12 Mbps on USB 1.1 to a fast 480 Mbps.
The higher bandwidth of USB 2.0 allows connection of devices such as high resolution
video conferencing cameras, next generation scanners and printers. USB 2.0 is
backward compatible with USB 1.1. See page 1-18 and 1-24.
1.2.2 ASUS unique features
ASUS EZ Flash BIOS
With the ASUS EZ Flash, you can easily update the system BIOS even before loading
the operating system. No need to use a DOS-based utility or boot from a floppy disk.
See page 2-5.
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1.3 Before you proceed
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Take note of the following precautions before you install motherboard components or
change any motherboard settings.
1. Unplug the power cord from the wall socket before touching any
component.
2. Use a grounded wrist strap or touch a safely grounded object or to a metal
object, such as the power supply case, before handling components to
avoid damaging them due to static electricity.
3. Hold components by the edges to avoid touching the ICs on them.
4. Whenever you uninstall any component, place it on a grounded antistatic
pad or in the bag that came with the component.
5. Before you install or remove any component, ensure that the ATX
power supply is switched off or the power cord is detached from the
power supply. Failure to do so may cause severe damage to the
motherboard, peripherals, and/or components.
Onboard LED
The K8V-F motherboard comes with a standby power LED. When lit, this green LED
(SB_PWR) indicates that the system is ON, in sleep mode, or in soft-off mode, a
reminder that you should shut down the system and unplug the power cable before
removing or plugging in any motherboard component.
ON
Standby
Power
SB_PWR
OFF
Powere
Off
K8V-F
K8V-F Onboard LED
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1.4 Motherboard overview
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24.5cm (9.6in)
1.4.1 Motherboard layout
PS/2KBMS
T: Mouse
B: Keyboard
ATX12V
CPU_FAN
Bottom:
Top:
USB1
1394
USB2
SPDIF_O
COM1
USB2.0
Top:
T: USB4
RJ-45
B: USB3
Top:Line In
Center:Line Out
Below:Mic In
RTL
8201BL
ALC655
FP_AUDIO
KBPWR
PARALLEL PORT
USBPWR12
USBPWR34
IE1394_1
VIA
VT6307
AUX
K8T800
Accelerated Graphics Port (AGP)
PCI1
K8V-F
PCI2
PCI3
PCI4
PCI5
Socket 754
VIA
USB78
CLRTC
CR2032 3V
Lithium Cell
CMOS Power
USBPWR56
USBPWR78
USB56
DDR DIMM2 (64 bit,184-pin module)
DDR DIMM1 (64 bit,184-pin module)
ATX Power Connector
VIA
VT8237
SATA2
SATA1
Super
I/O
BUZZER
F_PANEL
FLOPPY
CHA_FAN
4Mbit
BIOS
SB_PWR
PRI_IDESEC_IDE
30.5cm (12.0in)
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1.4.2 Placement direction
When installing the motherboard, make sure that you place it into the chassis in
the correct orientation. The edge with external ports goes to the rear part of the
chassis as indicated in the image below.
1.4.3 Screw holes
Place six (9) screws into the holes indicated by circles to secure the motherboard to
the chassis.
Do not overtighten the screws! Doing so may damage the motherboard.
Place this side towards
the rear of the chassis
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1.5 Central Processing Unit (CPU)
1.5.1 Overview
The AMD AthlonTm 64 processor has a gold triangle in one corner. This mark indicates
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the processor Pin A1 that should match a specific corner of the CPU socket.
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K8V-F
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K8V-F Socket 754
Gold triangle
Incorrect installation of the CPU into the socket may bend the pins and
severely damage the CPU!
1.5.2 Installing the CPU
Follow these steps to install a CPU.
1. Locate the 478-pin ZIF socket on the motherboard.
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2. Unlock the socket by pressing the
lever sideways, then lift it up to a 90°100° angle.
Make sure that the socket lever is lifted
up to 90°-100° angle, otherwise the
CPU does not fit in completely.
3. Position the CPU above the socket
such that its marked corner matches
the base of the socket lever.
4. Carefully insert the CPU into the
socket until it fits in place.
Socket Lever
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The CPU fits only in one correct orientation. DO NOT force the CPU into the
socket to prevent bending the pins and damaging the CPU!
5. When the CPU is in place, push
down the socket lever to secure the
CPU. The lever clicks on the side tab
to indicate that it is locked.
6. Install a CPU heatsink and fan
following the instructions that came
with the heatsink package.
7. Connect the CPU fan cable to the
CPU_FAN1 connector on the
motherboard.
Gold triangle
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1.6 System memory
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1.6.1 Overview
The motherboard comes with two Double Data Rate (DDR) Dual Inline Memory
Module (DIMM) sockets. These sockets support up to 2GB system memory using 184pin PC3200/PC2700/PC2100 unbuffered ECC DDR DIMMs and allow up to 3.2 GB/s
data transfer rate.
The following figure illustrates the location of the DDR DIMM sockets.
DIMM1
DIMM2
K8V-F
K8V-F 184-Pin DDR DIMM Sockets
1.6.2 Memory configuratins
You may install 64MB, 128MB, 256MB, 512MB and 1GB DDR DIMMs into the DIMM
sockets.
For optimum compatibility, it is recommended that you obtain memory modules
from qualified vendors.
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1.6.3 Installing 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.
4. Firmly insert the DIMM into the socket
until the retaining clips snap back in
place and the DIMM is properly seated.
DDR DIMM notch
Unlocked Retaining
Clip
1.6.4 Removing 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
2. Remove the DIMM from the socket.
Locked Retaining Clip
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