ASUS NCLV-D2 User Manual

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NCLV-D2

Series

NCLV-D2/SATANCLV-D2/SATA

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NCLV-D2/SATANCLV-D2/SATA NCLV-DS2NCLV-DS2

NCLV-DS2

NCLV-DS2NCLV-DS2

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E2040E2040

E2040

E2040E2040

First Edition V1First Edition V1

First Edition V1

First Edition V1First Edition V1 August 2005August 2005

August 2005

August 2005August 2005

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Contents

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

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

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

Typography ......................................................................................... ix

NCLV-D2 Series specifications summary ............................................. x

Chapter 1: Product introductionChapter 1: Product introduction

Chapter 1: Product introduction

Chapter 1: Product introductionChapter 1: Product introduction

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

1.2 Package contents ................................................................. 1-1

1.3 Special features .................................................................... 1-2

1.3.1 Product highlights................................................... 1-2

1.3.2 Innovative ASUS features ....................................... 1-4

Chapter 2: Hardware informationChapter 2: Hardware information

Chapter 2: Hardware information

Chapter 2: Hardware informationChapter 2: Hardware information

2.1 Before you proceed .............................................................. 2-1

2.2.1 Placement direction ................................................ 2-2

2.2.2 Screw holes ............................................................ 2-2

2.2 Motherboard overview .......................................................... 2-2

2.2.3 Support kit for motherboard .................................. 2-3

2.2.4 Motherboard layouts .............................................. 2-6

2.2.5 Layout contents ..................................................... 2-8

2.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU) ............................................ 2-10

2.3.1 Installling the CPU ................................................. 2-10

2.3.2 Installing the CPU heatsink and fan ...................... 2-12

2.4 System memory ................................................................. 2-14

2.4.1 Overview ............................................................... 2-14

2.4.2 Memory configurations ......................................... 2-14

2.4.3 Installing a DIMM ................................................... 2-16

2.4.4 Removing a DIMM ................................................. 2-16

2.5 Expansion slots ................................................................... 2-17

2.5.1 Installing an expansion card .................................. 2-17

2.5.2 Configuring an expansion card.............................. 2-17

2.5.3 Interrupt assignments .......................................... 2-18

2.5.4 PCI/PCI-X slots ...................................................... 2-19

2.5.5 PCI Express x8 slot ...............................................2-19

2.5.6 ZCR socket ........................................................... 2-19

2.6 Jumpers .............................................................................. 2-20

2.7 Connectors ......................................................................... 2-26

2.7.1 Rear panel connectors .......................................... 2-26

2.7.2 Internal connectors............................................... 2-27

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Contents

Chapter 3: Powering upChapter 3: Powering up

Chapter 3: Powering up

Chapter 3: Powering upChapter 3: Powering up

3.1 Starting up for the first time................................................ 3-1

3.2 Powering off the computer .................................................. 3-2

3.2.1 Using the OS shut down function ........................... 3-2

3.2.2 Using the dual function power switch .................... 3-2

Chapter 4: BIOS setupChapter 4: BIOS setup

Chapter 4: BIOS setup

Chapter 4: BIOS setupChapter 4: BIOS setup

4.1 Managing and updating your BIOS ........................................ 4-1

4.1.1 Creating a bootable floppy disk .............................. 4-1

4.1.2 AFUDOS utility ........................................................ 4-2

4.1.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 2 utility ................................ 4-5

4.1.4 ASUS Update utility ................................................ 4-7

4.2 BIOS setup program ........................................................... 4-10

4.2.1 BIOS menu screen ................................................. 4-11

4.2.2 Menu bar ............................................................... 4-11

4.2.3 Navigation keys .................................................... 4-11

4.2.4 Menu items ........................................................... 4-12

4.2.5 Sub-menu items ................................................... 4-12

4.2.6 Configuration fields .............................................. 4-12

4.2.7 Pop-up window ..................................................... 4-12

4.2.8 Scroll bar .............................................................. 4-12

4.2.9 General help .......................................................... 4-12

4.3 Main menu .......................................................................... 4-13

4.3.1 System Time ......................................................... 4-13

4.3.2 System Date ......................................................... 4-13

4.3.3 Legacy Diskette A ................................................ 4-13

4.3.4 IDE Configuration .................................................. 4-14

4.3.5 Primary/Secondary IDE Master/Slave,

Tertiary and Fourth IDE Master ............................ 4-15

4.3.6 System Information .............................................. 4-16

4.4 Advanced menu .................................................................. 4-18

4.4.1 CPU Configuration ................................................. 4-18

4.4.2 Chipset Configuration ........................................... 4-20

4.4.3 PCI/PnP Configuration .......................................... 4-22

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4.4.4 Power Configuration ............................................. 4-23

4.4.5 USB Configuration................................................. 4-26

4.4.6 Super IO Configuration ......................................... 4-27

4.4.7 Hardware Monitor ................................................. 4-28

4.5 Server menu ....................................................................... 4-30

4.5.1 Remote Access Configuration .............................. 4-30

Contents

4.6 Security .............................................................................. 4-32

4.7 Boot menu .......................................................................... 4-35

4.7.1 Boot Device Priority .............................................. 4-35

4.7.2 Boot Settings Configuration ................................. 4-36

4.8 Exit menu ........................................................................... 4-37

Chapter 5: RAID configurationChapter 5: RAID configuration

Chapter 5: RAID configuration

Chapter 5: RAID configurationChapter 5: RAID configuration

5.1 Setting up RAID .................................................................... 5-1

5.1.1 RAID definitions ...................................................... 5-1

5.1.2 Installing hard disk drives ....................................... 5-2

5.1.3 Setting the RAID item in BIOS ................................ 5-2

5.1.4 RAID configuration utilities ..................................... 5-3

5.2 LSI Logic Embedded SATA RAID Setup Utility ...................... 5-4

5.2.1 Creating a RAID set ................................................ 5-5

5.2.2 Adding or viewing a RAID configuration ............... 5-11

5.2.3 Initializing the logical drives .................................. 5-14

5.2.4 Rebuilding failed drives ......................................... 5-19

5.2.5 Checking the drives for data consistency ............ 5-21

5.2.6 Deleting a RAID configuration ............................... 5-24

5.2.7 Selecting the boot drive from a RAID set ............. 5-25

5.2.8 Enabling the WriteCache ...................................... 5-26

5.3 Global Array Manager ......................................................... 5-26

5.4 Adaptec SCSISelect(TM) Utility (NCLV-DS2 model only) ... 5-27

5.4.1 Configuring the SCSI controller ............................ 5-28

5.4.2 Enabling the HostRAID controller ......................... 5-28

5.4.3 Creating a RAID 0 set (Stripe).............................. 5-29

5.4.4 Creating a RAID 1 set (Mirror) .............................. 5-33

5.4.5 Creating a RAID 10 set (Stripe+Mirror) ................ 5-36

5.4.6 Adding a spare drive to a RAID 10 set ................. 5-40

5.4.7 Deleting a RAID 10 set spare drive ...................... 5-41

5.4.8 Deleting a RAID set............................................... 5-43

5.4.9 Rebuilding a RAID set ........................................... 5-44

5.4.10 Verifying a RAID set hard disk drive ..................... 5-45

5.4.11 Making a RAID set bootable .................................. 5-46

5.5 Adaptec

(NCLV-D2/SATA model only) ............................................. 5-48

5.5.1 Configuring the hard disk drive(s) ........................ 5-49

5.5.2 Creating a RAID 0 set (Striped) ............................ 5-50

5.5.3 Creating a RAID 0 set via Migrate ........................ 5-54

5.5.4 Creating a RAID 1 set (Mirrored) .......................... 5-56

RAID Configuration Utility

Contents

5.5.5 Deleting a RAID 0 set ........................................... 5-59

5.5.6 Deleting a RAID 1 set ........................................... 5-60

5.5.7 Adding a spare drive to a RAID 1 set ................... 5-62

5.5.8 Deleting a RAID 1 spare drive ............................... 5-63

5.5.9 Rebuilding a RAID set ........................................... 5-64

5.5.10 Using the Disk Utilities .......................................... 5-66

Chapter 6: Driver installationChapter 6: Driver installation

Chapter 6: Driver installation

Chapter 6: Driver installationChapter 6: Driver installation

6.1 RAID driver installation ......................................................... 6-1

6.1.1 Creating a RAID driver disk ..................................... 6-1

6.1.2 Installing the RAID controller driver ........................ 6-3

6.2 LAN driver installation ........................................................ 6-10

6.2.1 Windows

6.2.2 Red Hat

6.3 VGA driver installation ........................................................ 6-14

6.3.1 Windows

6.3.2 Windows

6.3.3 Red Hat

2000/2003 Server .............................. 6-10

Enterprise ver. 3.0 ................................ 6-12

2000 Server ........................................ 6-14

2003 Server ........................................ 6-15

Enterprise ver. 3.0 ................................ 6-15

6.4 Management applications and utilities installation ............. 6-16

6.4.1 Running the support CD ....................................... 6-16

6.4.2 Drivers menu ........................................................ 6-16

6.4.3 Management Software menu ................................ 6-17

6.4.4 Utilities menu ........................................................ 6-17

6.4.5 Contact information ............................................. 6-17

Appendix: Block diagramsAppendix: Block diagrams

Appendix: Block diagrams

Appendix: Block diagramsAppendix: Block diagrams

A.1 NCLV-D2/SATA block diagram ............................................. A-1

A.2 NCLV-DS2 block diagram ..................................................... A-2

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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

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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:

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Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

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Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

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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.

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 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 CanadianThis class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian

This class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian

This class B digital apparatus complies with CanadianThis class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.ICES-003.

ICES-003.

ICES-003.ICES-003.

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Safety information

Electrical safetyElectrical safety

Electrical safety

Electrical safetyElectrical safety

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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 possible, disconnect all power cables from the existing system before you add a device.

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Before connecting or removing signal cables from the motherboard, ensure that all power cables are unplugged.

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Seek professional assistance before using an adapter or extension cord. These devices could interrupt the grounding circuit.

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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.

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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 the motherboard and adding devices on it, carefully read all the manuals 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.

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

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Avoid dust, humidity, and temperature extremes. Do not place the product in any area where it may become wet.

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Place the product on a stable surface.

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

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About this guide

This user guide contains the information you need when installing and configuring the motherboard.

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:

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Chapter 1: Product introductionChapter 1: Product introduction

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Chapter 1: Product introduction

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Chapter 1: Product introductionChapter 1: Product introduction This chapter describes the features of the motherboard and the new

technologies it supports.

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Chapter 2: Hardware informationChapter 2: Hardware information

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Chapter 2: Hardware information

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Chapter 2: Hardware informationChapter 2: Hardware information This chapter lists the hardware setup procedures that you have to

perform when installing system components. It includes description of the switches, jumpers, and connectors on the motherboard.

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Chapter 3: Powering upChapter 3: Powering up

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Chapter 3: Powering up

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Chapter 3: Powering upChapter 3: Powering up This chapter describes the power up sequence and ways of shutting

down the system.

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Chapter 4: BIOS setupChapter 4: BIOS setup

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Chapter 4: BIOS setup

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Chapter 4: BIOS setupChapter 4: BIOS setup This chapter tells how to change system settings through the BIOS Setup

menus. Detailed descriptions of the BIOS parameters are also provided.

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Chapter 5: RAID configurationChapter 5: RAID configuration

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Chapter 5: RAID configuration

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Chapter 5: RAID configurationChapter 5: RAID configuration This chapter provides instructions for setting up, creating, and

configuring RAID sets using the available utilities.

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Chapter 6: Driver installationChapter 6: Driver installation

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Chapter 6: Driver installation

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Chapter 6: Driver installationChapter 6: Driver installation This chapter provides instructions for installing the necessary drivers

for various system components.

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Appendix: Reference informationAppendix: Reference information

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Appendix: Reference information

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Appendix: Reference informationAppendix: Reference information This appendix includes additional information that you may refer to

when configuring the motherboard.

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

ASUS websites

1.1.

ASUS websitesASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on ASUS hardware

and software products. Refer to the ASUS contact information.

2.2.

Optional documentationOptional documentation

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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Conventions used in this guideConventions used in this guide

Conventions used in this guide

Conventions used in this guideConventions used in this guide

To make sure that you perform certain tasks properly, take note of the following symbols used throughout this manual.

DANGER/WARNING: DANGER/WARNING:

DANGER/WARNING: Information to prevent injury to yourself

DANGER/WARNING: DANGER/WARNING: when 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 help you complete a

NOTE: NOTE: task.

TypographyTypography

Typography

TypographyTypography

Bold textBold text

Bold text Indicates a menu or an item to select.

Bold textBold text

Italics

<Key> Keys enclosed in the less-than and greater-

<Key1+Key2+Key3> If you must press two or more keys

Command Means that you must type the command

Used to emphasize a word or a phrase.

than sign means that you must press the enclosed key.

Example: <Enter> means that you must press the Enter or Return key.

simultaneously, the key names are linked with a plus sign (+).

Example: <Ctrl+Alt+D>

exactly as shown, then supply the required item or value enclosed in brackets.

Example: At the DOS prompt, type the command line:

format A:/S

NCLV-D2 Series specifications summary

CPUCPU

CPU

CPUCPU

ChipsetChipset

Chipset

ChipsetChipset

Front Side BusFront Side Bus

Front Side Bus

Front Side BusFront Side Bus

MemoryMemory

Memory

MemoryMemory

Dual 604-pin sockets for Intel® Xeon™ processors with

Extended Memory 64-bit Technology (EM64T)

Supports Intel® Hyper-Threading Technology

Northbridge : Intel® E7320 Memory Controller Hub (MCH) Southbridge : Intel® 6300ESB

800 MHz

Dual-channel memory architecture 6 x 240-pin DIMM sockets support registered ECC

DDR2-400 memory modules

Supports 256 MB up to 8 GB system memory

Expansion slotsExpansion slots

Expansion slots

Expansion slotsExpansion slots

StorageStorage

Storage

StorageStorage

NCLV-D2/SATANCLV-D2/SATA

NCLV-D2/SATA

NCLV-D2/SATANCLV-D2/SATA

NCLV-DS2NCLV-DS2

NCLV-DS2

NCLV-DS2NCLV-DS2

1 x PCI-X 133 MHz/64-bit slot (PCI-X 1.0) (1U/2U riser)

(supports Zero-Channel RAID card)

1 x PCI-X 133 MHz/64-bit slot (PCI-X 1.0) (1U/2U riser) 1 x PCI Express x8 slot (x4 link, PCI Express 1.0a) 2 x PCI 33 MHz/32-bit/5V slot (PCI 2.3) 1 x mini-PCI socket for ASUS® Server Management Board

Both models:Both models:

Both models:

Both models:Both models:

6300ESB Southbridge supports:

Intel

- 4 x Ultra DMA 100/66/33 devices

- 2 x SATA-150 HDDs with RAID 0 and RAID 1 configuration via the embedded LSI Logic Embedded SATA RAID controller

Adaptec

AIC-8130 PCI-X SATAII controller supports:

- 4 x SATAII-300 HDDs with RAID 0, RAID 1, and RAID 0+1 configurations

- Zero-Channel RAID card (optional)

Adaptec® AIC-7901X PCI-X SCSI controller supports:

- 1 x SCSI channel for up to 15 SCSI devices and RAID 0, RAID 1, and RAID 0+1 configurations

- Zero-Channel RAID card (optional)

GraphicsGraphics

Graphics

GraphicsGraphics

LANLAN

LAN

LANLAN

USBUSB

USB

USBUSB

ATI® RAGE-XL PCI-based VGA controller

LAN 1: Broadcom BCM5721 Gigabit LAN

controller Complies with PCI Express 1.0a specifications LAN 2: Broadcom BCM5705E PCI Gigabit LAN

controller

Complies with PCI 2.3 specifications

6300ESB Southbridge supports:

Intel

- 4 USB 2.0/1.1 ports (2 in rear and 2 in front panel)

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NCLV-D2 Series specifications summary

Special featuresSpecial features

Special features

Special featuresSpecial features

BIOS featuresBIOS features

BIOS features

BIOS featuresBIOS features

ASUS Smart Fan Control ASUS CrashFree BIOS 2 ASUS MyLogo2

AMI BIOS, 8 MB Flash ROM, Green, PnP, DMI2.0a,

SMBIOS 2.3, WfM2.0

Rear panelRear panel

Rear panel

Rear panelRear panel

InternalInternal

Internal

InternalInternal connectorsconnectors

connectors

connectorsconnectors

1 x PS/2 keyboard port (purple) 1 x PS/2 mouse port (green) 2 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports 1 x Serial port 1 x VGA port 2 x LAN (RJ-45) ports

Floppy disk drive connector 2 x IDE connectors 2 x Serial ATA connectors 4 x Serial ATA RAID connectors Ultra320 SCSI connector USB 2.0/1.1 connector Serial port connector (COM2) 2 x CPU fan connectors 2 x front fan connectors 2 x rear fan connectors Baseboard Management Connector (BMC) Backplane SMBus connector Power supply SMBus connector Hard disk activity LED connector 24-pin SSI power connector 8-pin ATX 12V power connector System panel connector Auxiliary panel connector

(both models)

(NCLV-D2/SATA model only)

(NCLV-DS2 model only)

PowerPower

Power

PowerPower RequirementRequirement

Requirement

RequirementRequirement

Form FactorForm Factor

Form Factor

Form FactorForm Factor

Support CDSupport CD

Support CD

Support CDSupport CD contentscontents

contents

contentscontents

SSI power supply (with 24-pin and 8-pin 12V plugs) ATX 12V 2.0 compliant

E-ATX form factor: 12 in x 10.5 in (30.5 cm x 26.7 cm)

Device drivers ASUS Live Update Utility ASUS Server Web-based Management (ASWM) Anti-virus software

*Specifications are subject to change without notice.

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This chapter describes the motherboard features and the new technologies it supports.

introduction

Product

Chapter summary

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

1.2 Package contents ................................................................. 1-1

1.3 Special features .................................................................... 1-2

ASUS NCLV-D2 SeriesASUS NCLV-D2 Series

ASUS NCLV-D2 Series

ASUS NCLV-D2 SeriesASUS NCLV-D2 Series

1.1 Welcome!

®®

Thank you for buying an ASUSThank you for buying an ASUS

Thank you for buying an ASUS

Thank you for buying an ASUSThank you for buying an ASUS

®®

NCLV-D2 Series motherboard! NCLV-D2 Series motherboard!

NCLV-D2 Series motherboard!

NCLV-D2 Series motherboard! NCLV-D2 Series motherboard!

The motherboard delivers a host of new features and latest technologies, making it another standout in the long line of ASUS quality motherboards!

Before you start installing the motherboard, and hardware devices on it, check the items in your package with the list below.

1.2 Package contents

Check your motherboard package for the following items.

MotherboardMotherboard

Motherboard ASUS NCLV-D2 Series motherboard

MotherboardMotherboard

CablesCables

Cables Serial ATA signal cables

CablesCables

• 2 pcs for NCLV-DS2 model

• 6 pcs for NCLV-D2/SATA model

Serial ATA power cable (dual-plug)

• 1 pc for NCLV-DS2 model

• 3 pcs for NCLV-D2/SATA model

(NCLV-DS2 model only)(NCLV-DS2 model only)

SCSI Ultra320 cable

(NCLV-DS2 model only)

(NCLV-DS2 model only)(NCLV-DS2 model only)

80-conductor IDE cable 3-in-1 floppy disk drive cable

AccessoriesAccessories

Accessories 2 x CEK springs (for CPUs)

AccessoriesAccessories

CPU heatsink support kit* I/O shield

Application CDsApplication CDs

Application CDs ASUS motherboard support CD (includes ASWM)

Application CDsApplication CDs

DocumentationDocumentation

Documentation NCLV-D2 Series user guide

DocumentationDocumentation

ASWM 2.0 user guide

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

Refer to the CPU heatsink support kit documentation for installationRefer to the CPU heatsink support kit documentation for installation

Refer to the CPU heatsink support kit documentation for installation

Refer to the CPU heatsink support kit documentation for installationRefer to the CPU heatsink support kit documentation for installation details.details.

details.

details.details.

ASUS NCLV-D2 SeriesASUS NCLV-D2 Series

ASUS NCLV-D2 Series

ASUS NCLV-D2 SeriesASUS NCLV-D2 Series

1-11-1

1-1

1-11-1

1.3 Special features

1.3.11.3.1

1.3.1

1.3.11.3.1

Latest processor technology Latest processor technology

Latest processor technology

Latest processor technology Latest processor technology

The motherboard comes with dual 604-pin surface mount ZIF sockets designed for the Intel® Xeon™ processor with 800 MHz Front Side Bus (FSB) and 1 MB L2 cache. The processor incorporates the Intel Hyper-Threading Technology, the Intel® NetBurst™ micro-architecture that features hyper-pipelined technology, and Extended Memory 64-bit Technology (EM64T). The EM64T enables the support for 64-bit operation system, such as 64-bit Windows® and Linux. See page 2-10 for details.

IntelIntel

Intel

IntelIntel

The Intel® E7320 Memory Controller Hub (MCH) and the Intel (I/O controller hub) provide the vital interfaces for the motherboard.

The MCH provides the processor, dual-channel DDR2-400 memory, and PCI Express interfaces. The ICH is a new generation server class I/O controller hub that provides the interface for PCI 2.3.

Product highlightsProduct highlights

Product highlights

Product highlightsProduct highlights

E7320 and Intel E7320 and Intel

E7320 and Intel

E7320 and Intel E7320 and Intel

6300ESB chipset 6300ESB chipset

6300ESB chipset

6300ESB chipset 6300ESB chipset

6300ESB

DDR2-400 memory support DDR2-400 memory support

DDR2-400 memory support

DDR2-400 memory support DDR2-400 memory support

The motherboard supports DDR2-400 memory which features data transfer rates of 400 MHz to meet the higher bandwidth requirements of the latest server applications. The dual-channel memory architecture doubles the bandwidth of your system memory to boost system performance, eliminating bottlenecks with peak bandwidths of up to 6.4 GB/s.

PCI Express™ interface PCI Express™ interface

PCI Express™ interface

PCI Express™ interface PCI Express™ interface

The motherboard fully supports PCI Express, the latest I/O interconnect technology that speeds up the PCI bus. PCI Express features point-to-point serial interconnections between devices and allows higher clockspeeds by carrying data in packets. This high speed interface is software compatible with existing PCI or PCI-X specifications. See page 2-19 for details.

Ultra320 SCSI featureUltra320 SCSI feature

Ultra320 SCSI feature

Ultra320 SCSI featureUltra320 SCSI feature

The Adaptec® AIC-7901X PCI-X SCSI controller is onboard to support one 68-pin Ultra320 SCSI connector, that can connect up to 15 SCSI devices. See page 2-30 for details.

(NCLV-DS2 model only) (NCLV-DS2 model only)

(NCLV-DS2 model only)

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Serial ATA II featureSerial ATA II feature

Serial ATA II feature

Serial ATA II featureSerial ATA II feature

The Adaptec® AIC-8130 SATA controller is onboard to support up to four SATA II hard disk drives with RAID 0, RAID 1, and RAID 10 configurations. The SATA II specification allows up to 300 MB/s data transfer rate. See page 2-29 for details.

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Serial ATA technology Serial ATA technology

Serial ATA technology

Serial ATA technology Serial ATA technology

The motherboard supports the Serial ATA technology through the Serial ATA interfaces controlled by the Intel® 6300ESB. The SATA specification allows for thinner, more flexible cables with lower pin count, reduced voltage requirement, and up to 150 MB/s data transfer rate.

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Built-in SATA RAID solution

Built-in SATA RAID solutionBuilt-in SATA RAID solution

The Intel® 6300ESB allows RAID 0 and RAID 1 configuration for two SATA connectors via the LSI Logic Embedded SATA RAID controller. See pages 2-28 and 5-4 for details.

Zero-Channel RAID (ZCR) solutionZero-Channel RAID (ZCR) solution

Zero-Channel RAID (ZCR) solution

Zero-Channel RAID (ZCR) solutionZero-Channel RAID (ZCR) solution

The motherboard comes with a 64-bit PCI-X slot for an optional Zero-Channel RAID card. The Zero-Channel RAID card alows you to create all types of RAID configurations for your storage devices. The ZCR capability provides a cost-effective, reliable, and high-performance RAID solution. See page 2-19 for details.

Gigabit LAN solution Gigabit LAN solution

Gigabit LAN solution

Gigabit LAN solution Gigabit LAN solution

The motherboard comes with dual Gigabit LAN controllers and ports to provide a total solution for your networking needs. The onboard Broadcom BCM5721 and BCM5705E Gigabit LAN controllers use the PCI Express and PCI interfaces, respectively, and have network throughput close to Gigabit bandwidth. See page 2-26 for details.

USB 2.0 technology USB 2.0 technology

USB 2.0 technology

USB 2.0 technology USB 2.0 technology

The motherboard implements the Universal Serial Bus (USB) 2.0 specification, dramatically increasing the connection speed from the 12 Mbps bandwidth on USB 1.1 to a fast 480 Mbps on USB 2.0. USB 2.0 is backward compatible with USB 1.1. See pages 2-26 and 2-31 for details.

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Temperature, fan, and voltage monitoring

Temperature, fan, and voltage monitoringTemperature, fan, and voltage monitoring

The CPU temperature is monitored by the ASIC (integrated in the Winbond hardware monitor) to prevent overheating and damage. The system fan rotations per minute (RPM) is monitored for timely failure detection. The ASIC monitors the voltage levels to ensure stable supply of current for critical components. See page 4-28 for details.

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CrashFree BIOS 2

CrashFree BIOS 2 CrashFree BIOS 2

This feature allows you to restore the original BIOS data from the support CD in case when the BIOS codes and data are corrupted. This protection eliminates the need to buy a replacement ROM chip. See page 4-5 for details.

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ASUS Smart Fan Control technology

ASUS Smart Fan Control technology ASUS Smart Fan Control technology

The ASUS Smart Fan Control technology smartly adjusts the fan speeds according to the system loading to ensure quiet, cool, and efficient operation. See page 4-28 for details.

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ASUS MyLogo2™

ASUS MyLogo2™ ASUS MyLogo2™

This new feature present in the motherboard allows you to personalize and add style to your system with customizable boot logos. See page 4-36 for details.

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Innovative ASUS features

Innovative ASUS featuresInnovative ASUS features

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This chapter lists the hardware setup procedures that you have to perform when installing system components. It includes description of the jumpers and connectors on the motherboard.

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Chapter summary

2.1 Before you proceed .............................................................. 2-1

2.2 Motherboard overview .......................................................... 2-2

2.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU) ............................................ 2-10

2.4 System memory ................................................................. 2-14

2.5 Expansion slots ................................................................... 2-17

2.6 Jumpers .............................................................................. 2-20

2.7 Connectors ......................................................................... 2-26

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2.1 Before you proceed

Take note of the following precautions before you install motherboard components or change any motherboard settings.

• Unplug the power cord from the wall socket before touching any component.

• 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.

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

• Whenever you uninstall any component, place it on a grounded

antistatic pad or in the bag that came with the component.

Before you install or remove any component, ensureBefore you install or remove any component, ensure

•

Before you install or remove any component, ensure

Before you install or remove any component, ensureBefore you install or remove any component, ensure that the power supply is switched off or the powerthat the power supply is switched off or the power

that the power supply is switched off or the power

that the power supply is switched off or the powerthat the power supply is switched off or the power cord is detached from the power supply. cord is detached from the power supply.

cord is detached from the power supply. Failure to do so

cord is detached from the power supply. cord is detached from the power supply. may cause severe damage to the motherboard, peripherals, and/or components.

Onboard LEDOnboard LED

Onboard LED

Onboard LEDOnboard LED

The motherboard comes with a standby power LED. The green LED lights up to indicate that the system is ON, in sleep mode, or in soft-off mode. This is a reminder that you should shut down the system and unplug the power cable before removing or plugging in any motherboard component. The illustration below shows the location of the onboard LED.

SB_PWR1

Standby

Power

NCLV-D2 Series Onboard LED

OFF

Powered

Off

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2.2 Motherboard overview

Before you install the motherboard, study the configuration of your chassis to ensure that the motherboard fits into it.

To optimize the motherboard features, we highly recommend that you install it in an

SSI EEB 3.5 compliant chassisSSI EEB 3.5 compliant chassis

SSI EEB 3.5 compliant chassis.

SSI EEB 3.5 compliant chassisSSI EEB 3.5 compliant chassis

Make sure to unplug the chassis power cord before installing or removing the motherboard. Failure to do so can cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components!

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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.

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2.2.22.2.2

Place nine (9) screws into the holes indicated by circles to secure the motherboard to the chassis.

Placement directionPlacement direction

Placement direction

Placement directionPlacement direction

Screw holesScrew holes

Screw holes

Screw holesScrew holes

Do not overtighten the screws! Doing so can damage the motherboard.

Place this side towardsPlace this side towards

Place this side towards

Place this side towardsPlace this side towards the rear of the chassisthe rear of the chassis

the rear of the chassis

the rear of the chassisthe rear of the chassis

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Support kit for motherboardSupport kit for motherboard

Support kit for motherboard

Support kit for motherboardSupport kit for motherboard

For additional protection from motherboard breakage due to the weight of the CPU heatsinks, your motherboard package comes with two CEK springs. Install the CEK spring before installing the motherboard to the chassis.

If your chassis is use the CEK springs.

CEK springCEK spring

CEK spring

CEK springCEK spring

SSI EEB 3.5SSI EEB 3.5

SSI EEB 3.5

SSI EEB 3.5SSI EEB 3.5

Each CEK spring has four hooks to match the designated holes around the CPU area.

HookHook

Hook

HookHook

To install the CEK spring:

1. Locate the CPU heatsink holes on the motherboard.

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compliant, we recommend that you

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Socket for CPU2Socket for CPU2

Socket for CPU2

Socket for CPU2Socket for CPU2

Socket for CPU1Socket for CPU1

Socket for CPU1

Socket for CPU1Socket for CPU1

Heatsink holeHeatsink hole

Heatsink hole

Heatsink holeHeatsink hole

2. Position the CEK spring underneath the motherboard, then match the CEK spring hooks to the CPU1 heatsink holes.

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3. Insert the hooks on one side of the spring to the heatsink holes.

4. Push the hooks on the other side of the spring inward until they snap in place.

5. If you installed a second CPU, repeat steps 2 to 4 to install the CEK spring to the CPU2 heatsink holes.

The CEK springs appear as shown when installed.

CEK spring screw holeCEK spring screw hole

CEK spring screw hole

CEK spring screw holeCEK spring screw hole

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6. Before installing the motherboard into the chassis, locate the standoffs that should match the eight (8) CEK spring screw holes.

Standoffs for CPU1Standoffs for CPU1

Standoffs for CPU1

Standoffs for CPU1Standoffs for CPU1

7. Install the motherboard with the external I/O ports toward the chassis rear panel. The CPU sockets should be right on top of their respective standoffs.

Standoffs for CPU2Standoffs for CPU2

Standoffs for CPU2

Standoffs for CPU2Standoffs for CPU2

Socket for CPU1Socket for CPU1

Socket for CPU1

Socket for CPU1Socket for CPU1

Socket for CPU2Socket for CPU2

Socket for CPU2

Socket for CPU2Socket for CPU2

Make sure that the standoffs perfectly match the CEK spring screw holes; otherwise, you can not install the CPU heatsinks properly.

8. Secure the motherboard with 9 screws. Refer to section “2.2.2 Screw holes” for illustration.

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PS/2KBMS T: Mouse B: Keyboard

USB12

Motherboard layoutsMotherboard layouts

Motherboard layouts

Motherboard layoutsMotherboard layouts

SSI12V1

KBPWR1

REAR_FAN1

USBPW12

SSIPWR1

PSUSMB1

DDR2 DDR_B3 (64 bit,240-pin module) DDR2 DDR_A3 (64 bit,240-pin module)

COM1

DDR2 DDR_B2 (64 bit,240-pin module) DDR2 DDR_A2 (64 bit,240-pin module) DDR2 DDR_B1 (64 bit,240-pin module)

VGA

DDR2 DDR_A1 (64 bit,240-pin module)

26.8cm (10.5in)

NCLV-D2/SATA

FM_CPU1

CPU_FAN1

CPU1

mPGA 604

LAN1

LAN2

RAGE XL Controller

Super

CLRTC1

BCM5705E

ATI

VGA

I/O

8Mbit Flash BIOS

Gigabit

LAN

LAN_EN2

Gigabit

LAN

BCM5721

REAR_FAN2

VGA_EN1

PCI4 (32-bit 5V PCI)

PCI5 (32-bit 5V PCI)

CR2032 3V Lithium Cell

CMOS Power

COM2

LAN_EN1

PCIX1 (64-bit PCI-X)

PCIX2 (64-bit PCI-X)

PCIE1(x4 link)

SB_PWR1

BMCCONN1

BPSMB1

RECOVERY1

FLOPPY1

LPT1

Intel

MCH

E7320

SATA_EN1

BMCSOCKET1

SEC_IDE1

PRI_IDE1

FM_CPU2

CPU_FAN2

Adaptec

AIC-8130

CPU2

Intel

ICH

6300ESB

HDLED1

AUX_PANEL1

FRNT_FAN1

FRNT_FAN2

SATA2

SATA1

USB34

USBPW34

8130 LED1

mPGA 604

30.5cm (12in)

SATA_RAID2 SATA_RAID3 SATA_RAID4

SATA_RAID1

PANEL1

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26.8cm (10.5in)

PS/2KBMS T: Mouse B: Keyboard

USB12

COM1

VGA

LAN1

LAN2

KBPWR1

Gigabit

LAN

BCM5705E

LAN_EN2

SSIPWR1

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REAR_FAN1

USBPW12

DDR2 DDR_B3 (64 bit,240-pin module) DDR2 DDR_A3 (64 bit,240-pin module) DDR2 DDR_B2 (64 bit,240-pin module) DDR2 DDR_A2 (64 bit,240-pin module) DDR2 DDR_B1 (64 bit,240-pin module) DDR2 DDR_A1 (64 bit,240-pin module)

Gigabit

LAN

BCM5721

REAR_FAN2

PSUSMB1

LAN_EN1

PCIX1 (64-bit PCI-X)

PCIX2 (64-bit PCI-X)

NCLV-DS2

Intel

MCH

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SCSI_EN1

FM_CPU1

CPU_FAN1

FM_CPU2

CPU_FAN2

CPU1

CPU2

mPGA 604

FRNT_FAN1

FRNT_FAN2

SCSI1

30.5cm (12in)

RAGE XL

VGA

Controller

Super

I/O

CLRTC1

ATI

8Mbit Flash

BIOS

VGA_EN1

PCI4 (32-bit 5V PCI)

PCI5 (32-bit 5V PCI)

CR2032 3V Lithium Cell

CMOS Power

COM2

PCIE1(x4 link)

SB_PWR1

BMCCONN1

BPSMB1

RECOVERY1

FLOPPY1

LPT1

AIC-7901X

BMCSOCKET1

SEC_IDE1

PRI_IDE1

Adaptec

Intel

ICH

6300ESB

HDLED1

AUX_PANEL1

SATA1

USBPW34

SATA2

USB34

PANEL1

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Layout contentsLayout contents

Layout contents

Layout contentsLayout contents

Slots/SocketsSlots/Sockets

Slots/Sockets

Slots/SocketsSlots/Sockets

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1. CPU sockets 2-10

2. DDR2 DIMM sockets 2-14

3. PCI/PCI-X/PCI Express slots 2-19

4. Zero-Channel RAID socket 2-19

JumpersJumpers

Jumpers

JumpersJumpers

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1. Clear RTC RAM (CLRTC1) 2-20

2. CPU fan pin selection (3-pin FM_CPU1, FM_CPU2) 2-21

3. USB device wake-up (3-pin USBPW12, USBPW34) 2-21

4. Keyboard power (3-pin KBPWR1) 2-22

5. VGA controller setting (3-pin VGA_EN1) 2-22

6. Gigabit LAN controller setting (3-pin LAN1_EN1) 2-23

7. Gigabit LAN controller setting (3-pin LAN2_EN1) 2-23

8. SCSI controller setting (3-pin SCSI_EN1) 2-24

9. SATA controller setting (3-pin SATA_EN1) 2-24

10. Adaptec 8130 LED setting (3-pin LED1) 2-25

11. Force BIOS recovery setting (3-pin RECOVERY1) 2-25

Rear panel connectorsRear panel connectors

Rear panel connectors

Rear panel connectorsRear panel connectors

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1. PS/2 mouse port (green) 2-26

2. PS/2 keyboard port (purple) 2-26

3. USB 2.0 ports 1 and 2 2-26

4. Serial (COM1) port 2-26

5. VGA port 2-26

6. Gigabit LAN (RJ-45) ports 2-26

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Internal connectorsInternal connectors

Internal connectors

Internal connectorsInternal connectors

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1. Floppy disk drive connector (34-1 pin FLOPPY1) 2-27

2. Primary IDE connectors (40-1 pin PRI_IDE, SEC_IDE) 2-27

3. Serial ATA connectors (7-pin SATA1, SATA2) 2-28

4. Serial ATA RAID connectors (two 68-pin SCSIA1, SCSIB1) 2-29

5. Hard disk activity LED connector (4-pin HDLED1) 2-29

6. Ultra320 SCSI connectors 2-30

7. USB connector (10-1 pin USB34) 2-31

8. Serial port connector (10-1 pin COM2) 2-31

9. CPU and system fan connectors (3-pin CPU_FAN1/2, REAR_FAN1/2, FRNT_FAN1/2) 2-32

10. BMC connector (16-pin BMCCONN1) 2-32

11. Backplane SMBus connector (6-1 pin BPSMB1) 2-33

12. Power supply SMBus connector (5-pin PSUSMB1) 2-33

13. ATX power connectors (24-pin ATXPWR1, 8-pin ATX12V1) 2-34

14. System panel connector (20-pin PANEL1) 2-35

15. Auxiliary panel connector (20-pin AUX_PANEL1) 2-36

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2.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU)

The motherboard comes with surface mount 604-pin Zero Insertion Force (ZIF) sockets. The sockets are designed for the Intel the 604-pin package with 1 MB L2 cache. The new generation Xeon™ processor supports 800 MHz system bus and Extended Memory 64-bit Technology (EM64T).

Xeon™ processor in

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Installling the CPUInstallling the CPU

Installling the CPU

Installling the CPUInstallling the CPU

To install a CPU:

1. Locate the CPU sockets on the motherboard.

CPU1

CPU2

Intel Xeon

NCLV-D2 Series CPU Socket 604

If installing only one CPU, use the socket CPU1.

Gold Arrow Pin A1

2. Flip up the socket lever and push it all the way to the other side.

Make sure that the socket lever is pushed back all the way, otherwise the CPU does not fit in completely.

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3. Position the CPU above the socket as shown.

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

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

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

6. Apply the thermal interface material (thermal grease) to the top of the CPU. This thermal grease should come with the CPU package.

Marked cornerMarked corner

Marked corner

Marked cornerMarked corner (gold arrow)(gold arrow)

(gold arrow)

(gold arrow)(gold arrow)

7. Repeat steps 1 to 6 if you wish to install a second CPU.

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Installing the CPU heatsink and fanInstalling the CPU heatsink and fan

Installing the CPU heatsink and fan

Installing the CPU heatsink and fanInstalling the CPU heatsink and fan

The Intel® Xeon™ processors require an Intel certified heatsink and fan assembly to ensure optimum thermal condition and performance.

When you buy a boxed Intel CPU, the package includes the heatsink, fan, retention brackets, screws, thermal grease, installation manual, and other items that are necessary for CPU installation.

•

Make sure that you have applied the thermal grease to the top of the CPU before installing the heatsink and fan.

•

Refer to the installation manual that came with the CPU package for details on heatsink/fan assembly and installation.

CPU heatsink (top view)CPU heatsink (top view)

CPU heatsink (top view)

CPU heatsink (top view)CPU heatsink (top view)

Heatsink screwHeatsink screw

Heatsink screw

Heatsink screwHeatsink screw

Before installing the CPU heatsinks, ensure that the jumpers FM_CPU1 and FM_CPU2 are set correctly depending on the pin definition of your CPU fan cables. Refer to page 2-21 for information on these jumpers.

To install the CPU heatsink and fan:

CPU heatsink (bottom view)CPU heatsink (bottom view)

CPU heatsink (bottom view)

CPU heatsink (bottom view)CPU heatsink (bottom view)

1. Place the heatsink on top of the installed CPU, making sure that the four screws on the heatsink align with the nuts on the support plate.

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2. Use a Phillips screwdriver to tighten the four heatsink screws in a diagonal sequence.

3. Connect the fan cable to the 4-pin connector labeled CPU_FAN1.

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

4. Repeat steps 1 to 3 to install the other heatsink if you have installed a second CPU, then connect the fan cable to the 4-pin connector labeled CPU_FAN2.

The heatsinks appear as shown when installed.

CPU_FAN2 connectorCPU_FAN2 connector

CPU_FAN2 connector

CPU_FAN2 connectorCPU_FAN2 connector

CPU_FAN1CPU_FAN1

CPU_FAN1

CPU_FAN1CPU_FAN1 connectorconnector

connector

connectorconnector

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OverviewOverview

Overview

OverviewOverview

The motherboard comes with six Double Data Rate II (DDR2) Dual Inline Memory Modules (DIMM) sockets to support 240-pin DDR modules.

The figure illustrates the location of the DDR DIMM sockets:

112 Pins128 Pins

DDR_B3 DDR_A3 DDR_B2 DDR_A2 DDR_B1 DDR_A1

NCLV-D2 Series 240-pin DDR2 DIMM sockets

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Memory configurationsMemory configurations

Memory configurations

Memory configurationsMemory configurations

You may install 256 MB, 512 MB, 1 GB, 2 GB, and 4 GB registered ECC DDR2-400 DIMMs into the DIMM sockets.

• Always install DIMMs with the same CAS latency. For optimum compatibility, it is recommended that you obtain memory modules from the same vendor. Refer to the DDR2 Qualified Vendors List at the ASUS web site.

• Due to chipset resource allocation, and depending on the number of expansion cards installed, the following conditions may occur:

- the system may detect less than 8 GB system memory when you installed four 2 GB DDR2 memory modules

- may show an available memory space of less than 4 GB when you installed four 1 GB DDR2 memory modules

• Three DDR DIMMs intalled into any three memory sockets will function in single-channel mode.

• If you are installing only one memory module, install into the blue socket labeled DDR_A3 or DDR_B3. Installing into any other socket would not work.

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Mode DDR_B3 DDR_A3 DDR_B2 DDR_A2 DDR-B1 DDR_A1

(blue) (blue) (black) (black) (black) (black)

Single-channel

Dual-channel

Populated with DIMM

Single and dual rank mixingSingle and dual rank mixing

Single and dual rank mixing

Single and dual rank mixingSingle and dual rank mixing

Dual Rank DIMM B2

Dual Rank DIMM A2

Dual Rank DIMM B2Dual Rank DIMM B2

Dual Rank DIMM A2Dual Rank DIMM A2

Dual Rank DIMM B3

Dual Rank DIMM A3

Dual Rank DIMM B3Dual Rank DIMM B3

Dual Rank DIMM A3Dual Rank DIMM A3

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MCH

MCHMCH

MCH

MCHMCH

Single Rank DIMM A1

Single Rank DIMM A1Single Rank DIMM A1

Single Rank DIMM A2Single Rank DIMM A2

Single Rank DIMM B1Single Rank DIMM B1

Dual Rank DIMM A3Dual Rank DIMM A3

Single Rank DIMM B2Single Rank DIMM B2

Dual Rank DIMM A3

Single Rank DIMM B2

Single Rank DIMM A2

Single Rank DIMM B1

Dual Rank DIMM B3

Dual Rank DIMM B3Dual Rank DIMM B3

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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.

To install a DIMM:

1. Unlock a DIMM socket by pressing the retaining clips outward.

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

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

DDR2 DIMM notchDDR2 DIMM notch

DDR2 DIMM notch

Unlocked retaining clipUnlocked retaining clip

Unlocked retaining clip

Unlocked retaining clipUnlocked retaining clip

DDR2 DIMM notchDDR2 DIMM notch

• A DDR2 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.

• The DDR2 DIMM sockets do not support DDR DIMMs. DO NOT install DDR DIMMs to the DDR2 DIMM sockets.

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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.

DDR2 DIMM notchDDR2 DIMM notch

DDR2 DIMM notch

DDR2 DIMM notchDDR2 DIMM notch

2. Remove the DIMM from the socket.

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2.5 Expansion slots

In the future, you may need to install expansion cards. The following sub-sections describe the slots and the expansion cards that they support.

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

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To install an expansion card:

1. Before installing the expansion card, read the documentation that came with it and make the necessary hardware settings for the card.

2. Remove the system unit cover (if your motherboard is already installed in a chassis).

3. Remove the bracket opposite the slot that you intend to use. Keep the screw for later use.

4. Align the card connector with the slot and press firmly until the card is completely seated on the slot.

5. Secure the card to the chassis with the screw you removed earlier.

6. Replace the system cover.

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

Installing an expansion cardInstalling an expansion card

Installing an expansion card

Installing an expansion cardInstalling an expansion card

Configuring an expansion cardConfiguring an expansion card

Configuring an expansion card

Configuring an expansion cardConfiguring an expansion card

1. Turn on the system and change the necessary BIOS settings, if any. See Chapter 4 for information on BIOS setup.

2. Assign an IRQ to the card. Refer to the tables on the next page.

3. Install the software drivers for the expansion card.

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

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Standard interrupt assignmentsStandard interrupt assignments

Standard interrupt assignments

Standard interrupt assignmentsStandard interrupt assignments

Interrupt assignmentsInterrupt assignments

Interrupt assignments

Interrupt assignmentsInterrupt assignments

IRQIRQ

IRQ

IRQIRQ

PriorityPriority

Priority

PriorityPriority

Standard FunctionStandard Function

Standard Function

Standard FunctionStandard Function

0 1 System Timer 1 2 Keyboard Controller 2 — Re-direct to IRQ#9 3 11 Communications Port (COM2)* 4 12 Communications Port (COM1)* 5 13 IRQ holder for PCI steering* 6 14 Floppy Disk Controller 7 15 Printer Port (LPT1)* 8 3 System CMOS/Real Time Clock 9 4 IRQ holder for PCI steering* 10 5 IRQ holder for PCI steering* 11 6 IRQ holder for PCI steering* 12 7 PS/2 Compatible Mouse Port* 13 8 Numeric Data Processor 14 9 Primary IDE Channel 15 10 Secondary IDE Channel

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

PCI Bus Number, IDSEL, and IRQ assignmentsPCI Bus Number, IDSEL, and IRQ assignments

PCI Bus Number, IDSEL, and IRQ assignments

PCI Bus Number, IDSEL, and IRQ assignmentsPCI Bus Number, IDSEL, and IRQ assignments

DescriptionDescription

Description

DescriptionDescription

IDE Controller PIRQC#

SATA Controller PIRQC#

SMBus Controller PIRQB#

USB UHCI Controller #1 PIRQA#

USB UHCI Controller #2 PIRQD#

USB 2.0 EHCI Controller PIRQH#

AIC7901 SCSI controller PXIRQ2# X_REQ3# X_GNT3#

ATI RAGE XL PIRQB# REQ2# GNT2#

PCIX Slot 1 PXIRQ0# PXIRQ1# PXIRQ2# PXIRQ3# X_IRQ0# X_IRQ0#

PCIX Slot 2 PXIRQ3# PXIRQ1# PXIRQ0# PXIRQ2# X_IRQ1# X_IRQ1#

PCI Express Slot3

PCIX Slot 4 PIRQE# PIRQF# PIRQG# PIRQH# REQ0# GNT0#

PCIX Slot 5 PIRQG# PIRQH# PIRQE# PIRQF# REQ1# GNT1#

INTAINTA

INTA

INTAINTA

INTBINTB

INTB

INTBINTB

INTCINTC

INTC

INTCINTC

INTDINTD

INTD

INTDINTD

REQ#REQ#

REQ#

REQ#REQ#

GNT#GNT#

GNT#

GNT#GNT#

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The PCI/PCI-X slots support cards such as a LAN card, SCSI card, USB card, and other cards that comply with PCI 2.3 and PCI-X 1.0 specifications. The figure shows a RAID card installed on a PCI-X slot.

PCI/PCI-X slotsPCI/PCI-X slots

PCI/PCI-X slots

PCI/PCI-X slotsPCI/PCI-X slots

32-bit PCI slot32-bit PCI slot

32-bit PCI slot

32-bit PCI slot32-bit PCI slot

64-bit PCI-X slot64-bit PCI-X slot

64-bit PCI-X slot

64-bit PCI-X slot64-bit PCI-X slot

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The onboard PCI Express x8 slot provides x4 link to the MCH. This slot is designed for various server class high performance add-on cards like SCSI RAID card, fiber-channel card, etc.

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The 64-bit PCI-X slot (green) on the motherboard supports a Zero-Channel RAID card that allows all types of RAID configurations.

PCI Express x8 slotPCI Express x8 slot

PCI Express x8 slot

PCI Express x8 slotPCI Express x8 slot

ZCR slotZCR slot

ZCR slot

ZCR slotZCR slot

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2.6 Jumpers

The grayed out components in the illustrations may not be present in certain models.

1.1.

Clear RTC RAM (CLRTC1)Clear RTC RAM (CLRTC1)

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. Re-install 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!

CLRTC1

Normal (Default)

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Clear CMOS

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2.2.

CPU fan pin selection (3-pin FM_CPU1, FM_CPU2)CPU fan pin selection (3-pin FM_CPU1, FM_CPU2)

CPU fan pin selection (3-pin FM_CPU1, FM_CPU2)

2.2.

CPU fan pin selection (3-pin FM_CPU1, FM_CPU2)CPU fan pin selection (3-pin FM_CPU1, FM_CPU2) These jumpers allow you to connect either a 3-pin or a 4-pin fan cable

plug to the CPU fan connectors (CPU_FAN1, CPU_FAN2). Set these jumpers to pins 1-2 if you are using a 3-pin fan cable plug, or to pins 2-3 if you are using a 4-pin plug.

FM_CPU1

DC mode PWM

(Default)

FM_CPU2

DC mode PWM

(Default)

NCLV-D2 Series FM_CPU Setting

3.3.

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

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

3.3.

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

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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 S4 sleep mode (no power to CPU, DRAM in slow refresh, power supply in reduced power mode).

USBPW12

+5V +5VSB

(Default)

USBPW34

+5V +5VSB

(Default)

NCLV-D2 Series USB device wake-up

• 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 would not power up.

• If you are using Windows 2000, you need to install Service Pack 4 to wake up the system from S4 sleep mode.

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

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4.4.

Keyboard power (3-pin KBPWR1)Keyboard power (3-pin KBPWR1)

Keyboard power (3-pin KBPWR1)

4.4.

Keyboard power (3-pin KBPWR1)Keyboard power (3-pin KBPWR1) This jumper allows you to enable or disable the keyboard wake-up

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

KBPWR1

+5V +5VSB

(Default)

NCLV-D2 Series Keyboard power setting

5.5.

VGA controller setting (3-pin VGA_EN1)VGA controller setting (3-pin VGA_EN1)

VGA controller setting (3-pin VGA_EN1)

5.5.

VGA controller setting (3-pin VGA_EN1)VGA controller setting (3-pin VGA_EN1) These jumpers allow you to enable or disable the onboard ATI

RAGE-XL PCI VGA controller. Set to pins 1-2 to activate the VGA feature.

VGA_EN1

2 3

Disable

NCLV-D2 Series VGA Setting

Enable (Default)

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6.6.

Gigabit LAN controller setting (3-pin LAN1_EN1)Gigabit LAN controller setting (3-pin LAN1_EN1)

Gigabit LAN controller setting (3-pin LAN1_EN1)

6.6.

Gigabit LAN controller setting (3-pin LAN1_EN1)Gigabit LAN controller setting (3-pin LAN1_EN1) This jumper allows you to enable or disable the onboard Broadcom

BCM5721 Gigabit LAN1 controller. Set to pins 1-2 to activate the Gigabit LAN feature.

LAN_EN1

21 32

Enable (Default)

Disable

NCLV-D2 Series LAN_EN1 setting

7.7.

Gigabit LAN controller setting (3-pin LAN2_EN1)Gigabit LAN controller setting (3-pin LAN2_EN1)

Gigabit LAN controller setting (3-pin LAN2_EN1)

7.7.

Gigabit LAN controller setting (3-pin LAN2_EN1)Gigabit LAN controller setting (3-pin LAN2_EN1) These jumpers allow you to enable or disable the onboard Broadcom

BCM5705E Gigabit LAN2 controller. Set to pins 1-2 to activate the Gigabit LAN feature.

LAN_EN2

2 1

Enable (Default)

Disable

NCLV-D2 Series LAN_EN2 setting

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8.8.

SCSI controller setting (3-pin SCSI_EN1)SCSI controller setting (3-pin SCSI_EN1)

SCSI controller setting (3-pin SCSI_EN1)

8.8.

SCSI controller setting (3-pin SCSI_EN1)SCSI controller setting (3-pin SCSI_EN1)

(NCLV-DS2 model only)

This jumper allows you to enable or disable the onboard Adaptec

AIC-7901X SCSI U320 controller. Set to pins 1-2 to activate the SCSI feature, and support RAID configurations.

SCSI_EN1

1 2

Enable (Default)

2 3

Disable

NCLV-D2 Series SCSI setting

9.9.

SATA controller setting (3-pin SATA_EN1)SATA controller setting (3-pin SATA_EN1)

SATA controller setting (3-pin SATA_EN1)

9.9.

SATA controller setting (3-pin SATA_EN1)SATA controller setting (3-pin SATA_EN1)

(NCLV-D2/SATA model only)

This jumper allows you to enable or disable the onboard Adaptec

AIC-8130 SATA II controller. Set to pins 1-2 to activate the SATA connectors.

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SATA_EN1

1 2

Enable (Default)

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Disable

10.10.

Adaptec 8130 LED setting (3-pin 8130LED1)Adaptec 8130 LED setting (3-pin 8130LED1)

10.

Adaptec 8130 LED setting (3-pin 8130LED1)

10.10.

Adaptec 8130 LED setting (3-pin 8130LED1)Adaptec 8130 LED setting (3-pin 8130LED1)

(NCLV-D2/SATA model only)

This jumper allows you to enable or disable the LED related to the Adaptec® AIC-8130 SATA-II controller.

8130 LED1

Disable (Default)

NCLV-D2 Series 8130 LED setting

11.11.

Force BIOS recovery setting (3-pin RECOVERY1)Force BIOS recovery setting (3-pin RECOVERY1)

11.

Force BIOS recovery setting (3-pin RECOVERY1)

11.11.

Force BIOS recovery setting (3-pin RECOVERY1)Force BIOS recovery setting (3-pin RECOVERY1)

Enable

This jumper allows you to quickly update or recover the BIOS settings when it becomes corrupted.

To update the BIOS:

1. Prepare a floppy disk that contains the latest BIOS for the motherboard (xxxx-xxx.ROM) and the AFUDOS.EXE utility.

2. Set the jumper to pins 2-3.

3. Insert the floppy disk then turn on the system to update the BIOS.

4. Shut down the system.

5. Set the jumper back to pins 1-2.

6. Turn on the system.

NCLV-D2 Series BIOS recovery setting

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1 2

Normal BIOS Recovery

(Default)

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Rear panel connectorsRear panel connectors

Rear panel connectors

Rear panel connectorsRear panel connectors

1.1.

PS/2 mouse port (green).PS/2 mouse port (green).

PS/2 mouse port (green). This port is for a PS/2 mouse.

1.1.

PS/2 mouse port (green).PS/2 mouse port (green).

2.2.

PS/2 keyboard port (purple).PS/2 keyboard port (purple).

PS/2 keyboard port (purple). This port is for a PS/2 keyboard.

2.2.

PS/2 keyboard port (purple).PS/2 keyboard port (purple).

3.3.

USB 2.0 ports 1 and 2.USB 2.0 ports 1 and 2.

USB 2.0 ports 1 and 2. These two 4-pin Universal Serial Bus

3.3.

USB 2.0 ports 1 and 2.USB 2.0 ports 1 and 2. (USB) ports are available for connecting USB 2.0 devices.

4.4.

Serial (COM1) portSerial (COM1) port

Serial (COM1) port. This 9-pin communication port is for pointing

4.4.

Serial (COM1) portSerial (COM1) port devices or other serial devices.

54 6 73

5.5.

VGA port.VGA port.

VGA port. This port is for a VGA monitor or other VGA-compatible

5.5.

VGA port.VGA port. devices.

6.6.

Gigabit LAN1 (RJ-45) port.Gigabit LAN1 (RJ-45) port.

Gigabit LAN1 (RJ-45) port. This ports allow Gigabit connection

6.6.

Gigabit LAN1 (RJ-45) port.Gigabit LAN1 (RJ-45) port. to a Local Area Network (LAN) through a network hub. Refer to the table below for the LAN port LED indications.

7.7.

Gigabit LAN2 (RJ-45) port.Gigabit LAN2 (RJ-45) port.

Gigabit LAN2 (RJ-45) port. This ports allow Gigabit connection

7.7.

Gigabit LAN2 (RJ-45) port.Gigabit LAN2 (RJ-45) port. to a Local Area Network (LAN) through a network hub. Refer to the table below for the LAN port LED indications.

LAN port LED indicationsLAN port LED indications

LAN port LED indications

LAN port LED indicationsLAN port LED indications

ACT/LINK LEDACT/LINK LED

ACT/LINK LED

ACT/LINK LEDACT/LINK LED

StatusStatus

Status

StatusStatus

OFF No link OFF 10 Mbps connection GREEN Linked ORANGE 100 Mbps connection BLINKING Data activity GREEN 1000 Mbps connection

DescriptionDescription

Description

DescriptionDescription

StatusStatus

Status

StatusStatus

SPEED LEDSPEED LED

SPEED LED

SPEED LEDSPEED LED

DescriptionDescription

Description

DescriptionDescription

ACT/LINKACT/LINK

ACT/LINK

ACT/LINKACT/LINK

LEDLED

LED

LEDLED

LAN portLAN port

LAN port

LAN portLAN port

SPEEDSPEED

SPEED

SPEEDSPEED

LEDLED

LED

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1.1.

Floppy disk drive connector (34-1 pin FLOPPY)Floppy disk drive connector (34-1 pin FLOPPY)

Floppy disk drive connector (34-1 pin FLOPPY)

1.1.

Floppy disk drive connector (34-1 pin FLOPPY)Floppy disk drive connector (34-1 pin FLOPPY)

Internal connectorsInternal connectors

Internal connectors

Internal connectorsInternal connectors

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

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

FLOPPY

PIN 1

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

NCLV-D2 Series Floppy disk drive connector

2.2.

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

IDE connectors (40-1 pin PRI_IDE1, SEC_IDE1)

2.2.

IDE connectors (40-1 pin PRI_IDE1, SEC_IDE1)IDE connectors (40-1 pin PRI_IDE1, SEC_IDE1) These connectors are for an Ultra DMA 100/66 signal cable. The Ultra

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

• Pin 20 on the IDE connector is removed to match the covered hole on the Ultra 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.

NCLV-D2 Series IDE connectors

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SEC_IDE1

PIN 1

PRI_IDE1

PIN 1

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

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Serial ATA connectors (7-pin SATA1, SATA2)Serial ATA connectors (7-pin SATA1, SATA2)

Serial ATA connectors (7-pin SATA1, SATA2)

3.3.

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.

If you installed Serial ATA hard disk drives, you can create a RAID 0 or

RAID 1 set LSI Logic Embedded SATA RAID in the Intel

6300ESB

Southbridge chip.

These connectors are set to SS

tandard IDE tandard IDE

tandard IDE mode, you can connect Serial ATA boot/data hard disk

tandard IDE tandard IDE

Standard IDE Standard IDE

Standard IDE mode by default. In

Standard IDE Standard IDE

drives to these connectors. If you intend to create a Serial ATA RAID set using these connectors, set the

Configure SConfigure S

Configure S

Configure SConfigure S

ATA ATA

ATA

ATA ATA

as RAIDas RAID

as RAID

as RAIDas RAID

item in

the BIOS to [Yes]. See section “4.3.4 IDE Configuration” for details.

SATA2

GND

RSATA_TXP2

RSATA_TXN2

GND RSATA_RXP2 RSATA_RXN2

GND

SATA1

GND

RSATA_TXP1

RSATA_TXN1

GND RSATA_RXP1 RSATA_RXN1

GND

NCLV-D2/SATA SATA connectors

SATA2

GND

RSATA_TXP2

RSATA_TXN2

GND RSATA_RXP2 RSATA_RXN2

GND

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GND

RSATA_TXP1

RSATA_TXN1

GND RSATA_RXP1 RSATA_RXN1

GND

NCLV-DS2 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

2000 Service Pack 4 or the Windows® XP Service Pack 1 before using Serial ATA hard disk drives. The Serial ATA RAID feature (RAID 0 or RAID 1) is available only if you are using Windows® 2000/XP.

• Use only two Serial ATA RAID connectors for each RAID 0 or RAID 1 set.

• When using the connectors in

Standard IDE Standard IDE

Standard IDE mode, connect the primary

Standard IDE Standard IDE (boot) hard disk drive to the SATA1 connector. Refer to the table on the next page for recommended SATA hard disk drive connections.

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Serial ATA hard disk drive connectionSerial ATA hard disk drive connection

Serial ATA hard disk drive connection

Serial ATA hard disk drive connectionSerial ATA hard disk drive connection

ConnectorConnector

Connector

ConnectorConnector

SATA1SATA1

SATA1

SATA1SATA1

SATA2SATA2

SATA2

SATA2SATA2

4.4.

Serial ATA RAID connectors (7-pin SATA_RAID1,Serial ATA RAID connectors (7-pin SATA_RAID1,

Serial ATA RAID connectors (7-pin SATA_RAID1,

4.4.

Serial ATA RAID connectors (7-pin SATA_RAID1,Serial ATA RAID connectors (7-pin SATA_RAID1, SATA_RAID2, SATA_RAID3, SATA_RAID4)SATA_RAID2, SATA_RAID3, SATA_RAID4)

SATA_RAID2, SATA_RAID3, SATA_RAID4)

SATA_RAID2, SATA_RAID3, SATA_RAID4)SATA_RAID2, SATA_RAID3, SATA_RAID4)

SettingSetting

Setting

SettingSetting

MasterMaster

Master

MasterMaster

SlaveSlave

Slave

SlaveSlave

UseUse

Use

UseUse

Boot diskBoot disk

Boot disk

Boot diskBoot disk

Data diskData disk

Data disk

Data diskData disk

(NCLV-D2/SATA model only)

These connectors are for the Serial ATA signal cables. These connectors support up to four SATA hard disk drives that you can configure as an array through the onboard Adaptec

AIC-8130 PCI-X

SATAII controller.

SATA_RAID1

GND RSATA_TXP1 RSATA_TXN1

GND RSATA_RXP1

RSATA_RXN1

GND

SATA_RAID2

GND

RSATA_TXP2

RSATA_TXN2

GND RSATA_RXP2 RSATA_RXN2

GND

SATA_RAID3

GND RSATA_TXP1 RSATA_TXN1

GND RSATA_RXP1

RSATA_RXN1

GND

SATA_RAID4

GND

RSATA_TXP2

RSATA_TXN2

GND RSATA_RXP2 RSATA_RXN2

GND

NCLV-D2 Series SATA RAID connectors

5.5.

Hard disk activity LED connector (4-pin HDLED1)Hard disk activity LED connector (4-pin HDLED1)

Hard disk activity LED connector (4-pin HDLED1)

5.5.

Hard disk activity LED connector (4-pin HDLED1)Hard disk activity LED connector (4-pin HDLED1) This connector supplies power to the hard disk activity LED. The read

or write activities of any device connected to the SCSI connectors or the SATA connectors cause this LED to light up.

HDLED1

SCSI_ACTLED-

SCSI_ACTLED+

NCLV-D2 Series SCSI/SATA card activity LED connector

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Ultra320 SCSI connector (68-pin SCSI1)Ultra320 SCSI connector (68-pin SCSI1)

Ultra320 SCSI connector (68-pin SCSI1)

6.6.

Ultra320 SCSI connector (68-pin SCSI1)Ultra320 SCSI connector (68-pin SCSI1)

(NCLV-D2/SATA model only)

This motherboard comes with the Adaptec

AIC-7901X PCI-X SCSI controller that supports one 68-Pin Ultra320 SCSI connector. The SCSI channel can support a maximum of 15 SCSI devices as specified by Ultra320 standards.

SCSI1

68-Pin Ultra320/ Ultra2-Wide SCSI Connector

NCLV-D2 Series Onboard SCSI connector

SCSI Connection NotesSCSI Connection Notes

SCSI Connection Notes

SCSI Connection NotesSCSI Connection Notes

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This motherboard has a 68-Pin Ultra320 SCSI connector.

The onboard SCSI chipset incorporates an advanced multimode I/O cell that supports both single-ended (SE), Ultra2, Ultra160, and Ultra320 devices. With Ultra320 devices, the SCSI bus platform performs at full Ultra320 speeds (up to 320 MB/s) and extended cabling 12m (or 25m in a point-to-point configuration). When an SE device is attached, the bus defaults to an SE speed and 1.5m cable length.

Connect SCSI devices as specified. A SCSI channel should have only one type of SCSI standard (e.g. Ultra320, Ultra160, Ultra2, Ultra-Wide). Mixing SCSI devices on a single channel decreases performance of the slower device.

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7.7.

USB connector (10-1 pin USB34)USB connector (10-1 pin USB34)

USB connector (10-1 pin USB34)

7.7.

USB connector (10-1 pin USB34)USB connector (10-1 pin USB34) This connector is for USB 2.0 ports. Connect the USB module cable to

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

USB+5V

USB_P6-

USB_P6+

GND

USB34

GND

NCLV-D2 Series USB 2.0 connector

The USB port module is purchased separately.

USB+5V

USB_P5-

USB_P5+

8.8.

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

Serial port connector (10-1 pin COM2)

8.8.

Serial port connector (10-1 pin COM2)Serial port connector (10-1 pin COM2) This connector is for a serial (COM) port. Connect the serial port

module cable to this connector, then install the module to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis.

COM2

PIN 1

NCLV-D2 Series Serial port2 (COM2) connector

The serial port module is purchased separately.

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CPU, rear, and front fan connectors (3-pin CPU_FAN1/2,CPU, rear, and front fan connectors (3-pin CPU_FAN1/2,

CPU, rear, and front fan connectors (3-pin CPU_FAN1/2,

9.9.

CPU, rear, and front fan connectors (3-pin CPU_FAN1/2,CPU, rear, and front fan connectors (3-pin CPU_FAN1/2, REAR_FAN1/2, FRNT_FAN1/2)REAR_FAN1/2, FRNT_FAN1/2)

REAR_FAN1/2, FRNT_FAN1/2)

REAR_FAN1/2, FRNT_FAN1/2)REAR_FAN1/2, FRNT_FAN1/2) The fan connectors support cooling fans of 350 mA ~ 740 mA (8.88 W

max.) or a total of 2.1 A ~ 4.44 A (53.28 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!

REAR_FAN1

REAR_FAN2

CPU_FAN1 CPU_FAN2

FRNT_FAN1 FRNT_FAN2

GND

+12V

Rotation

GND

FANPWR2

FANOUT4

GND

Rotation

+12V

CPU_FAN2CPU_FAN1

GND

FANPWR2

FANOUT4

FRNT_FAN1 FRNT_FAN2

REAR_FAN2REAR_FAN1

NCLV-D2 Series Fan connectors

10.10.

BMC connector (16-pin BMCCONN1)BMC connector (16-pin BMCCONN1)

10.

BMC connector (16-pin BMCCONN1)

10.10.

BMC connector (16-pin BMCCONN1)BMC connector (16-pin BMCCONN1)

GND

+12V

Rotation

GND

+12V

Rotation

This connector is for the ASUS server management card, if available.

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BMCCONN1

NCLV-D2 Series BMC connector

+5VSB

BMC SMBCLK

12CCLK1

PSON#

BMC_RST#

PWROK

PSONEN#

+5VSB

BMC SMBDATA

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GND

12CDATA1

BMC_SMI#

FP_PWRBTN#

BMC_PRESENT#

11.11.

Backplane SMBus connector (6-1 pin BPSMB1)Backplane SMBus connector (6-1 pin BPSMB1)

11.

Backplane SMBus connector (6-1 pin BPSMB1)

11.11.

Backplane SMBus connector (6-1 pin BPSMB1)Backplane SMBus connector (6-1 pin BPSMB1) This connector allows you to connect SMBus (System Management

Bus) devices. Devices communicate with an SMBus host and/or other SMBus devices using the SMBus interface.

BPSMB1

NCLV-D2 Series SMBus connector

12.12.

Power supply SMBus connector (5-pin PSUSMB1)Power supply SMBus connector (5-pin PSUSMB1)

12.

Power supply SMBus connector (5-pin PSUSMB1)

12.12.

Power supply SMBus connector (5-pin PSUSMB1)Power supply SMBus connector (5-pin PSUSMB1)

I2C_6_CLK#

GND

I2C_6_DATA#

+5V

This connector is for the power supply SMB cable, if your power supply supports the SMBus function.

+3.3V Remote Sense

PSU_I2CDATA

GND

PSU_I2CCLK

PSUSMB1

NCLV-D2 Series Power supply SMBus connector

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13.

13.13.

ATX ATX

ATX

ATX ATX

power connectors (24-pin ATXPWR1,power connectors (24-pin ATXPWR1,

power connectors (24-pin ATXPWR1,

power connectors (24-pin ATXPWR1,power connectors (24-pin ATXPWR1,

8 8

-pin -pin

-pin

-pin -pin

ATX12V1ATX12V1

ATX12V1

ATX12V1ATX12V1

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

• Use of an SSI 12 V Specification 2.0-compliant power supply unit (PSU) that provides a minimum power of 600 W is recommended for a fully-configured system.

• Do not forget to connect the 8-pin ATX +12 V power plug; otherwise, the system will not boot up.

• Use of a PSU with a higher power output is recommended when configuring a system with more power consuming devices. The system may become unstable or may not boot up if the power is inadequate.

• You must install a PSU with a higher power rating if you intend to install additional devices.

))

)

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24-pin Power Connector

+3 Volts

NCLV-D2 Series Power connectors

+3 Volts

-12 Volts

Ground

+5 Volts

Ground

PSON#

+5 Volts

Ground

Power OK

-5 Volts

Ground

+5V Standby

+12 Volts

+3 Volts

Ground

+5 Volts

8-pin

GND+12V CPU

For Power Supply

with 20-pin

Power Connector

GND+12V CPU

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14.14.

System panel connector (20-pin PANEL1)System panel connector (20-pin PANEL1)

14.

System panel connector (20-pin PANEL1)

14.14.

System panel connector (20-pin PANEL1)System panel connector (20-pin PANEL1) This connector supports several chassis-mounted functions.

System power LED (Green 3-pin PLED)System power LED (Green 3-pin PLED)

•

System power LED (Green 3-pin PLED)

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

Hard disk drive activity LED (Red 2-pin IDE_LED)Hard disk drive activity LED (Red 2-pin IDE_LED)

•

Hard disk drive activity LED (Red 2-pin IDE_LED)

Hard disk drive activity LED (Red 2-pin IDE_LED)Hard disk drive activity LED (Red 2-pin IDE_LED) This 2-pin connector is for the HDD Activity LED. Connect the HDD Activity LED cable to this connector. The IDE LED lights up or flashes when data is read from or written to the HDD.

System warning speaker (Orange 4-pin SPEAKER)System warning speaker (Orange 4-pin SPEAKER)

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System warning speaker (Orange 4-pin SPEAKER)

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

ATX power button/soft-off buttonATX power button/soft-off button

•

ATX power button/soft-off button

ATX power button/soft-off buttonATX power button/soft-off button (Light Green 2-pin PWRSW)(Light Green 2-pin PWRSW)

(Light Green 2-pin PWRSW)

(Light Green 2-pin PWRSW)(Light Green 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.

Reset button (Blue 2-pin RESET)Reset button (Blue 2-pin RESET)

•

Reset button (Blue 2-pin RESET)

Reset button (Blue 2-pin RESET)Reset button (Blue 2-pin RESET) This 2-pin connector is for the chassis-mounted reset button for system reboot without turning off the system power.

MLED-GND

NCPOWERBTN#

+5VGND

POWERLED+HDLED+

GNDHDLED-

POWERLED-

MLED+NMIBTN#

PANEL1

NCLV-D2 Series System panel connector

The system panel connector is color-coded for easy connection.

GNDNC

GNDRESETBTN#

SPKROUTGND

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Auxiliary panel connector (20-pin AUX_PANEL1)Auxiliary panel connector (20-pin AUX_PANEL1)

15.

Auxiliary panel connector (20-pin AUX_PANEL1)

15.15.

Auxiliary panel connector (20-pin AUX_PANEL1)Auxiliary panel connector (20-pin AUX_PANEL1) This connector is for additional front panel features including front

panel SMB, locator LED and switch, chassis intrusion, and LAN LEDs.

Front panel SMB (6-1 pin FPSMB)Front panel SMB (6-1 pin FPSMB)

•

Front panel SMB (6-1 pin FPSMB)

Front panel SMB (6-1 pin FPSMB)Front panel SMB (6-1 pin FPSMB) These leads connect the front panel SMBus cable.

LAN activity LED (2-pin LAN1_LED, LAN2_LED)LAN activity LED (2-pin LAN1_LED, LAN2_LED)

•

LAN activity LED (2-pin LAN1_LED, LAN2_LED)

LAN activity LED (2-pin LAN1_LED, LAN2_LED)LAN activity LED (2-pin LAN1_LED, LAN2_LED) These leads are for Gigabit LAN activity LEDs on the front panel.

Chassis intrusion (4-1 pin CHASSIS)Chassis intrusion (4-1 pin CHASSIS)

•

Chassis intrusion (4-1 pin CHASSIS)

Chassis intrusion (4-1 pin CHASSIS)Chassis intrusion (4-1 pin CHASSIS) These leads are for the intrusion detection feature for chassis with intrusion sensor or microswitch. When you remove any chassis component, the sensor triggers and sends a high-level signal to these leads to record a chassis intrusion event.

Locator LED (6-pin LOCATOR)Locator LED (6-pin LOCATOR)

•

Locator LED (6-pin LOCATOR)

Locator LED (6-pin LOCATOR)Locator LED (6-pin LOCATOR) These leads are for the locator switch and LED on the front panel.

AUX_PANEL1

PIN1

NCLV-D2 Series Auxiliary panel connector

I2C_4_CLK#

+5VSB

CASEOPEN

I2C_4_DATA#LOCATORLED1+

GNDGND

+3VLOCATORLED1-

LAN1_LINKACTLED+LOCATORBTN#

LAN1_LINKACTLED-GND

LAN2_LINKACTLED-LOCATORLED2-

LAN2_LINKACTLED+LOCATORLED2+

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This chapter describes the power up sequence, and ways of shutting down the system.

Powering up

Chapter summary

3.1 Starting up for the first time................................................ 3-1

3.2 Powering off the computer .................................................. 3-2

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3.1 Starting up for the first time

1. After making all the connections, replace the system case cover.

2. Be sure that all switches are off.

3. Connect the power cord to the power connector at the back of the system chassis.

4. Connect the power cord to a power outlet that is equipped with a surge protector.

5. Turn on the devices in the following order: a. Monitor b. External SCSI devices (starting with the last device on the chain) c. System power

6. After applying power, the system power LED on the system front panel case lights up. For systems withATX power supplies, the system LED lights up when you press the ATX power button. If your monitor complies with “green” standards or if it has a “power standby” feature, the monitor LED may light up or switch between orange and green after the system LED turns on.

The system then runs the power-on self tests or POST. While the tests are running, the BIOS beeps (see BIOS beep codes table below) or additional messages appear on the screen. If you do not see anything within 30 seconds from the time you turned on the power, the system may have failed a power-on test. Check the jumper settings and connections or call your retailer for assistance.

AMI BIOS beep codesAMI BIOS beep codes

AMI BIOS beep codes

AMI BIOS beep codesAMI BIOS beep codes

Beep DescriptionBeep Description

Beep Description

Beep DescriptionBeep Description

One beep Keyboard controller error

Two continuous beeps followed by Floppy controller failure two short beeps

Two continuous beeps followed by Hardware component failure four short beeps

ErrorError

Error

ErrorError

Refresh Time error No master drive detected

7. At power on, hold down the <Delete> key to enter the BIOS Setup. Follow the instructions in Chapter 4.

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3.2.13.2.1

If you are using Windows® 2000:

1. Click the

2. Make sure that the the

3. The power supply should turn off after Windows

If you are using Windows

1. Click the

2. Click the

3. The power supply should turn off after Windows

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3.2.23.2.2

While the system is ON, pressing the power switch for less than four seconds puts the system to sleep mode or to soft-off mode, depending on the BIOS setting. Pressing the power switch for more than four seconds lets the system enter the soft-off mode regardless of the BIOS setting. Refer to section “4.4.4 Power Configuration” in Chapter 4 for details.

Using the OS shut down functionUsing the OS shut down function

Using the OS shut down function

Using the OS shut down functionUsing the OS shut down function

Start Start

Start button then click

Start Start

Shut DownShut Down

Shut Down option button is selected, then click

Shut DownShut Down

OK OK

O K button to shut down the computer.

OK OK

XP:

Start Start

Start button then select

Start Start Turn Off Turn Off

Turn Off button to shut down the computer.

Turn Off Turn Off

Using the dual function power switchUsing the dual function power switch

Using the dual function power switch

Using the dual function power switchUsing the dual function power switch

Shut Down...Shut Down...

Shut Down...

Shut Down...Shut Down...

shuts down.

Turn Off Computer.Turn Off Computer.

Turn Off Computer.

Turn Off Computer.Turn Off Computer.

shuts down.

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Chapter 3: Powering up

Chapter 3: Powering upChapter 3: Powering up

This chapter tells how to change the system settings through the BIOS Setup menus. Detailed descriptions of the BIOS parameters are also provided.

BIOS setup

Chapter summary

4.1 Managing and updating your BIOS ........................................ 4-1

4.2 BIOS setup program ........................................................... 4-10

4.3 Main menu .......................................................................... 4-13

4.4 Advanced menu .................................................................. 4-18

4.5 Server menu ....................................................................... 4-30

4.6 Security .............................................................................. 4-32

4.7 Boot menu .......................................................................... 4-35

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4.1 Managing and updating your BIOS

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

ASUS AFUDOS ASUS AFUDOS

ASUS AFUDOS (Updates the BIOS in DOS mode using a bootable

ASUS AFUDOS ASUS AFUDOS floppy disk.)

ASUS CrashFree BIOS 2 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 2

ASUS CrashFree BIOS 2 (Updates the BIOS using a bootable

ASUS CrashFree BIOS 2 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 2 floppy disk or the motherboard support CD when the BIOS file fails or gets corrupted.)

ASUS Update ASUS Update

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 to a bootable floppy disk in case you need to restore the BIOS in the future. Copy the original motherboard BIOS using the ASUS Update or AFUDOS utilities.

environment.)

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4.1.14.1.1

Creating a bootable floppy diskCreating a bootable floppy disk

Creating a bootable floppy disk

Creating a bootable floppy diskCreating a bootable floppy disk

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

DOS environment

a. Insert a 1.44MB floppy disk into the drive. b. At the DOS prompt, type format A:/S

then press <Enter>.

Windows® XP environment

a. Insert a 1.44 MB floppy disk to the floppy disk drive. b. Click

ComputerComputer

Computer.

ComputerComputer

Start Start

Start from the Windows

Start Start

desktop, then select

MyMy

c. Select the 3 1/2 Floppy Drive icon. d. Click

File File

File from the menu, then select

File File

Floppy DiskFloppy Disk

Floppy Disk window appears.

Floppy DiskFloppy Disk

®®

WindowsWindows

Windows

WindowsWindows disk disk

disk from the format options field, then click

disk disk

XP users: XP users:

XP users: Select

XP users: XP users:

Create an MS-DOS startupCreate an MS-DOS startup

Create an MS-DOS startup

Create an MS-DOS startupCreate an MS-DOS startup

FormatFormat

Format. A

FormatFormat

StartStart

Start.

StartStart

Format 3 1/2Format 3 1/2

Format 3 1/2

Format 3 1/2Format 3 1/2

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

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AFUDOS utilityAFUDOS utility

AFUDOS utility

AFUDOS utilityAFUDOS utility

The AFUDOS utility allows you to update the BIOS file in DOS environment using a bootable floppy disk with the updated BIOS file. This utility also allows you to copy the current BIOS file that you can use as backup when the BIOS fails or gets corrupted during the updating process.

Copying the current BIOSCopying the current BIOS

Copying the current BIOS

Copying the current BIOSCopying the current BIOS

To copy the current BIOS file using the AFUDOS utility:

• Make sure that the floppy disk is not write-protected and has at least 1024 KB free space to save the file.

• The succeeding BIOS screens are for reference only. The actual BIOS screen displays may not be same as shown.

1. Copy the AFUDOS utility (afudos.exe) from the motherboard support CD to the bootable floppy disk you created earlier.

2. Boot the system in DOS mode, then at the prompt type:

afudos /o[filename]

where the [filename] is any user-assigned filename not more than eight alphanumeric characters for the main filename and three alphanumeric characters for the extension name.

A:\>afudos /oOLDBIOS1.rom

Main filenameMain filename

Main filename

Main filenameMain filename

Extension nameExtension name

Extension name

Extension nameExtension name

3. Press <Enter>. The utility copies the current BIOS file to the floppy disk.

A:\>afudos /oOLDBIOS1.rom

AMI Firmware Update Utility - Version 1.19(ASUS V2.07(03.11.24BB))

Reading flash ..... done

Write to file...... ok

A:\>

The utility returns to the DOS prompt after copying the current BIOS file.

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Chapter 4: BIOS setup

Chapter 4: BIOS setupChapter 4: BIOS setup

Updating the BIOS fileUpdating the BIOS file

Updating the BIOS file

Updating the BIOS fileUpdating the BIOS file

To update the BIOS file using the AFUDOS utility:

1. Visit the ASUS website (www.asus.com) and download the latest BIOS file for the motherboard. Save the BIOS file to a bootable floppy disk.

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

2. Copy the AFUDOS utility (afudos.exe) from the motherboard support CD to the bootable floppy disk you created earlier.

3. Boot the system in DOS mode, then at the prompt type:

afudos /i[filename]

where [filename] is the latest or the original BIOS file on the bootable floppy disk.

A:\>afudos /iNCLVDS2.rom

Use the appropriate BIOS file depending on your motherboard model (e.g. NCLVD2SATA.ROM or NCLVDS2.ROM)

4. The utility verifies the file and starts updating the BIOS.

A:\>afudos /iNCLVDS2.ROM

AMI Firmware Update Utility - Version 1.19(ASUS V2.07(03.11.24BB))

WARNING!! Do not turn off power during flash BIOS

Reading file ....... done

Reading flash ...... done

Advance Check ......

Erasing flash ...... done

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

Do not shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS to prevent system boot failure!

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5. The utility returns to the DOS prompt after the BIOS update process is completed. Reboot the system from the hard disk drive.

A:\>afudos /iNCLVDS2.ROM

AMI Firmware Update Utility - Version 1.19(ASUS V2.07(03.11.24BB))

WARNING!! Do not turn off power during flash BIOS

Reading file ....... done

Reading flash ...... done

Advance Check ......

Erasing flash ...... done

Writing flash ...... done

Verifying flash .... done

Please restart your computer

A:\>

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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 or the floppy disk that contains the updated BIOS file.

• Prepare the motherboard support CD or the floppy disk containing the updated motherboard BIOS before using this utility.

• Make sure that you rename the original or updated BIOS file in the floppy disk according the exact name of your motherboard, e.g. NCLVDS2.ROMNCLVDS2.ROM

NCLVDS2.ROM.

NCLVDS2.ROMNCLVDS2.ROM

Recovering the BIOS from a floppy diskRecovering the BIOS from a floppy disk

Recovering the BIOS from a floppy disk

Recovering the BIOS from a floppy diskRecovering the BIOS from a floppy disk

To recover the BIOS from a floppy disk:

1. Turn on the system.

2. Insert the floppy disk with the original or updated BIOS file to the floppy disk 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...

When found, the utility reads the BIOS file and starts flashing the corrupted BIOS file.

Bad BIOS checksum. Starting BIOS recovery... Checking for floppy... Floppy found! Reading file “NCLVDS2.ROM”. Completed. Start flashing...

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.

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Recovering the BIOS from the support CDRecovering the BIOS from the support CD

Recovering the BIOS from the support CD

Recovering the BIOS from the support CDRecovering the BIOS from the support CD

To recover the BIOS from the support CD:

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...

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 “NCLVDS2.ROM”. Completed. Start flashing...

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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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.

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Installing ASUS UpdateInstalling ASUS Update

ASUS Update utilityASUS Update utility

ASUS Update utility

ASUS Update utilityASUS Update utility

ASUS Update requires an Internet connection either through a network or an Internet Service Provider (ISP).

To install ASUS Update:

1. Place the support CD in the optical drive. The

2. Click the VX.XX.XXVX.XX.XX

VX.XX.XX.

VX.XX.XXVX.XX.XX

3. The ASUS Update utility is copied to your system.

Utilities Utilities

Utilities tab, then click

Utilities Utilities

Quit all Microsoft® Windows® applications before you update the BIOS using this utility.

Install ASUS UpdateInstall ASUS Update

Install ASUS Update

Install ASUS UpdateInstall ASUS Update

Drivers Drivers

Drivers menu appears.

Drivers Drivers

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Updating the BIOS through the Internet

Updating the BIOS through the InternetUpdating the BIOS through the Internet

To update the BIOS through the Internet:

1. Launch the ASUS Update utility from the Windows Start Start

Start >

Start Start

Programs Programs

Programs >

Programs Programs

ASUS ASUS

ASUS >

ASUS ASUS

ASUSUpdate ASUSUpdate

ASUSUpdate >

ASUSUpdate ASUSUpdate

desktop by clicking

ASUSUpdateASUSUpdate

ASUSUpdate. The

ASUSUpdateASUSUpdate

ASUS Update main window appears.

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 Next.

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.

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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

3. Locate the BIOS file from the

Update BIOS from aUpdate BIOS from a

Update BIOS from a

Update BIOS from aUpdate BIOS from a

NextNext

Next.

NextNext

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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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.

“

4.1 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 Setup Defaults Setup Defaults

Setup Defaults item under the Exit Menu. See section “4.8 Exit

Setup Defaults Setup Defaults 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.

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BIOS menu screenBIOS menu screen

BIOS menu screen

BIOS menu screenBIOS menu screen

Menu itemsMenu items

Menu items

Menu itemsMenu items

Main Advanced Server Security Boot Exit

System Overview

System Time [11:10:19] System Date [Thu 04/21/2005]

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IDE Configuration Primary IDE Master [Not Detected] Primary IDE Slave [Not Detected] Secondary IDE Master [Not Detected] Secondary IDE Slave [Not Detected] Tertiary IDE Master [Not Detected] Fourth IDE Master [Not Detected]

System Information

Sub-menu itemsSub-menu items

Sub-menu items

Sub-menu itemsSub-menu items

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Menu barMenu bar

Menu bar

Menu barMenu bar

Menu bar

Menu barMenu bar

Configuration fieldsConfiguration fields

Configuration fields

Configuration fieldsConfiguration fields

BIOS SETUP UTILITY

General helpGeneral help

General help

General helpGeneral help

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

Use [+] or [-] to configure system time.

Select Screen

Select Item +- Change Option F1 General Help F10 Save and Exit ESC Exit

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 ServerServer

Server For changing the server settings

ServerServer SecuritySecurity

Security For changing the security settings

SecuritySecurity 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, Server,

Main Advanced Server Security Boot Exit

System Time [11:10:19] System Date [Thu 04/21 /2005]

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IDE Configuration Primary IDE Master : [Not Detected] Primary IDE Slave : [Not Detected] Secondary IDE Master : [Not Detected] Secondary IDE Slave : [Not Detected] Teritary IDE Master : [Not Detected] Fourth IDE Master : [Not Detected]

System Information

BIOS SETUP UTILITY

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

Use [+] or [-] to configure system time.

Select Screen

Select Item +- Change Option F1 General Help F10 Save and Exit ESC Exit

Security, Boot, and Exit) on the menu bar have their respective menu

Main menu itemsMain menu items

Main menu items

Main menu itemsMain menu items

items.

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Sub-menu itemsSub-menu items

Sub-menu items

Sub-menu itemsSub-menu items

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 “4.2.7 Pop-up window.”

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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

Pop-up windowPop-up window

Pop-up window

Pop-up windowPop-up window

Scroll barScroll bar

Scroll bar

Scroll barScroll bar

Advanced

APM Configuration

Power Management/APM [Enabled] Video Power Down Mode [Suspend] Hard Disk Power Down Mode [Suspend] Suspend Time Out(Minute) [Disabled] Throttle Slow Clock Ratio [50%]

Power Button Function [On/Off] Restore on AC Power Loss [Power Off]

Power On by PS/2 Keyboard [Disabled] Power On by PS/2 Mouse [Disabled] Power On Ring [Disabled] Power On PME# [Disabled] Power On RTC Alarm [Disabled]

Pop-up windowPop-up window

Pop-up window

Pop-up windowPop-up window

BIOS SETUP UTILITY

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

Use [+] or [-] to configure system time.

Select Screen

Select Item +- Change Option F1 General Help F10 Save and Exit ESC Exit

of a menu screen when there are items

Scroll barScroll bar

Scroll bar

that do not fit on the screen. Press the

Scroll barScroll bar

Up/Down arrow keys or <Page Up> / <Page Down> keys to display the other items on the screen.

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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 selected item.

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When you enter the BIOS Setup program, the

Main Main

Main menu screen appears,

Main Main

giving you an overview of the basic system information.

Refer to section “4.2.1 BIOS menu screen” for information on the menu screen items and how to navigate through them.

Main Advanced Server Security Boot Exit

System Overview

System Time [11:10:19] System Date [Thu 04/21/2005]

Legacy Diskette A [1.44M, 3.5 in]

IDE Configuration Primary IDE Master [Not Detected] Primary IDE Slave [Not Detected] Secondary IDE Master [Not Detected]

Secondary IDE Slave [Not Detected] Tertiary IDE Master [Not Detected] Fourth IDE Master [Not Detected]

System Information

BIOS SETUP UTILITY

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

Use [+] or [-] to configure system time.

Select Screen

Select Item +- Change Option F1 General Help F10 Save and Exit ESC Exit

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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.

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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.

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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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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 wish to configure the item.

Main

IDE Configuration

Onboard IDE Operate Mode [Enhanced Mode] Enhanced Mode Support On [S-ATA]

Configure S-ATA as RAID [No]

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]

BIOS SETUP UTILITY

Set [Compatible Mode] when Legacy OS (i.e. WIN ME, 98, NT4.0, MS DOS) is used.

Set [enhanced Mode] when native OS (i.e. WIN2000, WIN XP) is used.

Select Screen

Select Item +- Change Option F1 General Help F10 Save and Exit ESC Exit

Allows selection of the IDE operation mode depending on the installed operating system (OS). Set to [Enhanced Mode] if you are using native OS, e.g. Windows® 2000/XP. Set to [Compatible Mode] if you are using legacy OS, e.g. Windows ME/98/NT, MS-DOS. Configuration options: [Compatible Mode] [Enhanced Mode]

The items as RAIDas RAID

as RAID appear only when you set the Onboard IDE Operate Mode to

as RAIDas RAID

Enhanced Mode Support OnEnhanced Mode Support On

Enhanced Mode Support On and

Enhanced Mode Support OnEnhanced Mode Support On

Configure S-ATAConfigure S-ATA

Configure S-ATA

Configure S-ATAConfigure S-ATA

[Enhanced Mode].

Enhanced Mode Support On [S-ATA]

Allows you to set Serial ATA, Parallel ATA, or both, to native mode. Configuration options: [P-ATA+S-ATA] [S-ATA] [ P-ATA]

Configure S-ATA as RAID [No]Configure S-ATA as RAID [No]

Configure S-ATA as RAID [No]

Configure S-ATA as RAID [No]Configure S-ATA as RAID [No]

Allows you to configure the Serial ATA devices as RAID sets. Configuration options: [No] [Yes]

IDE Detect Time Out (Sec) [35]IDE Detect Time Out (Sec) [35]

IDE Detect Time Out (Sec) [35]

IDE Detect Time Out (Sec) [35]IDE Detect Time Out (Sec) [35]

Selects the time our value (in seconds) for detecting ATA/ATAPI devices. Configuration options: [0] [5] [10] [15] [20] [25] [30] [35]

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Primary/Secondary IDE Master/Slave,Primary/Secondary IDE Master/Slave,

Primary/Secondary IDE Master/Slave,

Primary/Secondary IDE Master/Slave,Primary/Secondary IDE Master/Slave, Tertiary and Fourth IDE MasterTertiary and Fourth IDE Master

Tertiary and Fourth IDE Master

Tertiary and Fourth IDE MasterTertiary and Fourth IDE Master

The BIOS automatically detects the connected 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.

Main

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] DMA Mode [Auto] SMART Monitoring [Auto] 32Bit Data Transfer [Disabled]

BIOS SETUP UTILITY

Select the type of device connected to the system.

Select Screen

Select Item +- Change Option F1 General Help F10 Save and Exit ESC Exit

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]

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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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.

Main

System Information

Model Name ASUS NCLV-D2/SATA Model ID 8001A0

ASUS-BIOS

Version 1001.003 Date 03/16/2005

Processor System Memory

Model NameModel Name

Model Name

Model NameModel Name

BIOS SETUP UTILITY

Select Screen

Select Item +- Change Option F1 General Help F10 Save and Exit ESC Exit

Displays the auto-detected ASUS motherboard model (either NCLV-D2/SATA, or NCLV-DS2).

Model IDModel ID

Model ID

Model IDModel ID

Displays the auto-detected identification number of the motherboard.

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ASUS BIOS

ASUS BIOSASUS BIOS

Displays the auto-detected BIOS version in the motherboard.

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Processor InformationProcessor Information

Processor Information

Processor InformationProcessor Information

Displays the auto-detected information about the installed CPU or CPUs.

Main

Processor Information

*** CPU1 :

Brand Intel(R) Xeon(TM) CPU 3.60GHz ID/uCode 0F34h/014h Ratio Value Actual 18 Max 18 Cache Value L1//16KB L2/1024KB L3/0KB

*** CPU2 :

Brand Intel(R) Xeon(TM) CPU 3.60GHz ID/uCode 0F34h/014h Ratio Value Actual 18 Max 18 Cache Value L1//16KB L2/1024KB L3/0KB

System Memory InformationSystem Memory Information

System Memory Information

System Memory InformationSystem Memory Information

BIOS SETUP UTILITY

Select Screen

Select Item +- Change Option F1 General Help F10 Save and Exit ESC Exit

Displays the auto-detected information about the installed DDR2 DIMMs.

Main

System Memory Information

Type DDR2 400 Total Memory 512MB DIMM01 512MB DIMM02 None DIMM03 None DIMM04 None DIMM05 None DIMM06 None

BIOS SETUP UTILITY

Select Screen

Select Item +- Change Option F1 General Help F10 Save and Exit ESC Exit

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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.

Advanced

Advanced Settings

CPU Configuration Chipset Configuration PCI/PnP Configuration Power Configuration USB Configuration Super IO Configuration Hardware Monitor

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CPU ConfigurationCPU Configuration

CPU Configuration

CPU ConfigurationCPU Configuration

BIOS SETUP UTILITY

Configure CPU.

Select Screen

Select Item +- Change Option F1 General Help F10 Save and Exit ESC Exit

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

Advanced

Configure Advanced CPU settings

MPS Table Version [1.4] Hyper Threading Technology [Enabled] Max CPUID Value Limit [Disabled] Execute Disable Function [Disabled] Enhanced C1 Control [Auto] CPU Internal Thermal Control [Auto]

BIOS SETUP UTILITY

Select MPS Revision.

Select Screen

Select Item +- Change Option F1 General Help F10 Save and Exit ESC Exit

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MPS Table Version [1.4]MPS Table Version [1.4]

MPS Table Version [1.4]

MPS Table Version [1.4]MPS Table Version [1.4]

Allows you to select the multi-processor system version. Configuration options: [1.1] [1.4]

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. 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]

Setting this item to [Enabled] allows legacy operating systems to boot even without support for CPUs with extended CPUID functions. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]

Execute Disable Function [Disabled]Execute Disable Function [Disabled]

Execute Disable Function [Disabled]

Execute Disable Function [Disabled]Execute Disable Function [Disabled]

When this item is set to [Disabled], the BIOS forces the XD feature flag to always return to (0). 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 this item is set to [Auto], BIOS automatically checks the CPU capability to enable C1E support. In C1E mode, the CPU has lower power consumption. 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]

When this item is set to [Auto], BIOS automatically checks the CPU capability to enable TM or TM2 support. In TM mode, the CPU has lower power consumption. In TM2 mode, the CPU core ratio and VID is reduced. Configuration options: [Auto] [Disabled]

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Chipset ConfigurationChipset Configuration

Chipset Configuration

Chipset ConfigurationChipset Configuration

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

Advanced

Advanced Chipset Settings

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

Northbridge Configuration Onboard PCIE LAN Boot ROM [Enabled] Onboard PCI LAN Boot ROM [Enabled] Adaptec AIC-7901x BOOTROM [Enabled]

Onboard PCIE LAN Boot ROM [Enabled]Onboard PCIE LAN Boot ROM [Enabled]

Onboard PCIE LAN Boot ROM [Enabled]

Onboard PCIE LAN Boot ROM [Enabled]Onboard PCIE LAN Boot ROM [Enabled]

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Options for NB.

Select Screen

Select Item +- Change Option F1 General Help F10 Save and Exit ESC Exit

Allows you to enable or disable the option ROM in the onboard LAN controller. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]

Onboard PCI LAN Boot ROM [Enabled]Onboard PCI LAN Boot ROM [Enabled]

Onboard PCI LAN Boot ROM [Enabled]

Onboard PCI LAN Boot ROM [Enabled]Onboard PCI LAN Boot ROM [Enabled]

Allows you to enable or disable the option ROM in the onboard LAN controller. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]

Adaptec AIC-7901x BOOTROM [Enabled]Adaptec AIC-7901x BOOTROM [Enabled]

Adaptec AIC-7901x BOOTROM [Enabled]

Adaptec AIC-7901x BOOTROM [Enabled]Adaptec AIC-7901x BOOTROM [Enabled]

Allows you to enable or disable the option ROM in the onboard SCSI controller. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]

The Adaptec AIC-7901x BOOTROM item appears only on SCSI model.

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NorthBridge ConfigurationNorthBridge Configuration

NorthBridge Configuration

NorthBridge ConfigurationNorthBridge Configuration

The NorthBridge Configuration menu allows you to change the Northbridge related settings.

Advanced

NorthBridge Chipset Configuration

Memory Remap Feature [Enabled] Memory Mirroring/Sparing [Disabled]

Memory Remap Feature [Enabled]Memory Remap Feature [Enabled]

Memory Remap Feature [Enabled]

Memory Remap Feature [Enabled]Memory Remap Feature [Enabled]

BIOS SETUP UTILITY

ENABLE: Allow remapping of overlapped PCI memory above the total physical memory.

DISABLE: Do not allow remapping of memory.

Select Screen

Select Item +- Change Option F1 General Help F10 Save and Exit ESC Exit

Allows you to remap the overlap PCI memory over the total physical memory. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]

Memory Mirroring/Sparing [Disabled]Memory Mirroring/Sparing [Disabled]

Memory Mirroring/Sparing [Disabled]

Memory Mirroring/Sparing [Disabled]Memory Mirroring/Sparing [Disabled]

Allows you to select the memory RAS feature: mirroring or sparing. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Mirroring] [Sparing]

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PCI/PnP ConfigurationPCI/PnP Configuration

PCI/PnP Configuration

PCI/PnP ConfigurationPCI/PnP Configuration

The PCI/PnP Configuration menu items allow you to change the advanced settings for PCI/PnP devices. The menu includes setting the 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

Advanced PCI/PnP Settings

Plug and Play OS [No] PCI Latency Timer [64] Allocate IRQ to PCI VGA [Yes] Pallete Snooping [Disabled] PCI IDE BusMaster [Enabled]

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

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]

BIOS SETUP UTILITY

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

Select Screen

Select Item +- Change Option F1 General Help F10 Save and Exit ESC Exit

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: [Yes] [No]

Palette Snooping [Disabled]Palette Snooping [Disabled]

Palette Snooping [Disabled]

Palette Snooping [Disabled]Palette Snooping [Disabled]

When set to [Enabled], the pallete 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]

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 devices. Configuration options: [PCI Device] [Reserved]

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Power ConfigurationPower Configuration

Power Configuration

Power ConfigurationPower Configuration

The Power Configuration menu items allow you to change the settings for the ACPI and Advanced Power Management (APM) features. Select an item then press <Enter> to display the configuration options.

Advanced

Power Configuration

ACPI APIC Support [Enabled]

APM Configuration

BIOS SETUP UTILITY

Include ACPI APIC table pointer to RSDT pointer list. IMPORTANT!!! Do not change the APIC support settings after OS installation; otherwise, a system boot failure may occur.

Select Screen

Select Item +- Change Option F1 General Help F10 Save and Exit ESC Exit

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 Application-Specific Integrated Circuit (ASIC). When set to Enabled, the ACPI APIC table pointer is included in the RSDT pointer list. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]

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APM Configuration

APM ConfigurationAPM Configuration

Advanced

APM Configuration

Power Management/APM [Enabled] Video Power Down Mode [Suspend] Hard Disk Power Down Mode [Suspend] Suspend Time Out (Minute) [Disabled] Throttle Slow Clock Ratio [50%]

Power Button Mode [On/Off] Restore on AC Power Loss [Power Off]

Power On By PS/2 Keyboard [Disabled] Power On By PS/2 Mouse [Disabled] Power On Ring [Disabled] Power On By PME# [Disabled] Power On By RTC Alarm [Disabled]

Power Management [Enabled]Power Management [Enabled]

Power Management [Enabled]

Power Management [Enabled]Power Management [Enabled]

BIOS SETUP UTILITY

Enable or disable APM.

Select Screen

Select Item +- Change Option F1 General Help F10 Save and Exit ESC Exit

Allows you to enable or disable the motherboard Advance Power Management (APM) feature. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled]

Video Power Down Mode [Suspend]Video Power Down Mode [Suspend]

Video Power Down Mode [Suspend]

Video Power Down Mode [Suspend]Video Power Down Mode [Suspend]

Allows you to select the video power down mode Configuration options: [Disabled] [Standby] [Suspend]

Hard Disk Power Down Mode [Suspend]Hard Disk Power Down Mode [Suspend]

Hard Disk Power Down Mode [Suspend]

Hard Disk Power Down Mode [Suspend]Hard Disk Power Down Mode [Suspend]

Allows you to select the hard disk power down mode Configuration options: [Disabled] [Standby] [Suspend]

Suspend Time Out (Minute) [Disabled]Suspend Time Out (Minute) [Disabled]

Suspend Time Out (Minute) [Disabled]

Suspend Time Out (Minute) [Disabled]Suspend Time Out (Minute) [Disabled]

Allows you to select the specified time at which the system goes on suspend mode. Configuration options: [Disabled] [1 Min] [2 Min] [4 Min] [8 Min] [10 Min] [20 Min] [30 Min] [40 Min] [50 Min] [60 Min]

Throttle Slow Clock Ratio [50%]Throttle Slow Clock Ratio [50%]

Throttle Slow Clock Ratio [50%]

Throttle Slow Clock Ratio [50%]Throttle Slow Clock Ratio [50%]

Allows you to select duty cycle in throttle mode. Configuration options: [87.5%] [75.0%] [62.5%] [50.0%] [37.5%] [25.0%] [12.5%]

Power Button Mode [On/Off]Power Button Mode [On/Off]

Power Button Mode [On/Off]

Power Button Mode [On/Off]Power Button Mode [On/Off]

Allows the system to go into On/Off mode or suspend mode when the power button is pressed. Configuration options: [On/Off] [Suspend]

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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]

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 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]

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]

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]

Power On Ring [Disabled]Power On Ring [Disabled]

Power On Ring [Disabled]

Power On Ring [Disabled]Power On Ring [Disabled]

When set to [Enabled], the system enables the RI to generate a wake event while the computer is in Soft-off mode. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]

Power On By PME# [Disabled]Power On By PME# [Disabled]

Power On By PME# [Disabled]

Power On By PME# [Disabled]Power On By PME# [Disabled]

When set to [Enabled], the system enables the PME to generate a wake event while the computer is in Soft-off mode. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]

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]

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USB ConfigurationUSB Configuration

USB Configuration

USB ConfigurationUSB Configuration

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

Advanced

USB Configuration

Module Version - 2.23.2-7.4

USB Devices Enabled:

None

USB Function [All USB Ports] Legacy USB Support [Auto] USB 2.0 Controller [Enabled] USB 2.0 Controller Mode [HiSpeed]

Module VersionModule Version

The

Module Version and

Module VersionModule Version auto-detected values. If no USB device is detected, the Enabled Enabled

Enabled item shows

Enabled Enabled

USB Function [All USB Ports]USB Function [All USB Ports]

USB Function [All USB Ports]

USB Function [All USB Ports]USB Function [All USB Ports]

BIOS SETUP UTILITY

USB Devices Enabled USB Devices Enabled

USB Devices Enabled items show the

USB Devices Enabled USB Devices Enabled

NoneNone

None.

NoneNone

Enables USB host controllers.

Select Screen

Select Item +- Change Option F1 General Help F10 Save and Exit ESC Exit

USB DevicesUSB Devices

USB Devices

USB DevicesUSB Devices

Allows you to enable a specific number of USB ports, or disable the USB function. Configuration options: [Disabled] [2 USB Ports] [All USB Ports]

Legacy USB Support [Auto]Legacy USB Support [Auto]

Legacy USB Support [Auto]

Legacy USB Support [Auto]Legacy USB Support [Auto]

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

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 set the USB 2.0 controller mode to HiSpeed (480 Mbps) or FullSpeed (12 Mbps). Configuration options: [FullSpeed ] [HiSpeed]

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Super IO ConfigurationSuper IO Configuration

Super IO Configuration

Super IO ConfigurationSuper IO Configuration

Advanced

Configure Win627THF Super IO Chipset

Serial Port1 Address [3F8/IRQ4] Serial Port2 Address [2F8/IRQ3] Parallel Port Address [378] Parallel Port Mode [Normal] Parallel Port IRQ [IRQ7]

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]

BIOS SETUP UTILITY

Allows BIOS to select Serial Port1 Base Addresses.

Select Screen

Select Item +- Change Option F1 General Help F10 Save and Exit ESC Exit

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

Serial Port2 Address [2F8/IRQ3]Serial Port2 Address [2F8/IRQ3]

Serial Port2 Address [2F8/IRQ3]

Serial Port2 Address [2F8/IRQ3]Serial Port2 Address [2F8/IRQ3]

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

Parallel Port Address [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 [Normal]Parallel Port Mode [Normal]

Parallel Port Mode [Normal]

Parallel Port Mode [Normal]Parallel Port Mode [Normal]

Allows you to select the Parallel Port mode. Configuration options: [Normal] [Bi-Directional] [EPP] [ECP]

Parallel Port IRQ [IRQ7]

Allows you to select the Parallel Port IRQ. [Configuration options: [IRQ5] [IRQ7]

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Hardware MonitorHardware Monitor

Hardware Monitor

Hardware MonitorHardware Monitor

Advanced

Hardware Monitor

CPU1 Temperature [49ºC/120ºF] CPU2 Temperature [47ºC/114ºF] MB Temperature [39ºC/102ºF]

CPU1 Fan Speed [5038RPM] CPU2 Fan Speed [5045RPM] Front1 Fan Speed [N/A] Front2 Fan Speed [N/A] Rear1 Fan Speed [N/A] Rear2 Fan Speed [N/A]

Smart Fan Control [Enabled] CPU1 Temperature [60] CPU2 Temperature [60] MB Temperature [50]

VCORE1 Voltage [ 1.236V]

BIOS SETUP UTILITY

CPU1 Temperature.

+- Change Option F1 General Help F10 Save and Exit ESC Exit

Use the down arrow key to display additional items.

VCORE2 Voltage [ 1.258V]

3.3V Voltage [ 3.280V] 5V Voltage [ 5.010V] 5VSB Voltage [ 4.980V] VBAT Voltage [ 3.088V] 12V Voltage [11.749V]

+- Change Option F1 General Help F10 Save and Exit ESC Exit

Select Screen Select Item

CPU1/CPU2 Temperature [xxxºC/xxxºF]CPU1/CPU2 Temperature [xxxºC/xxxºF]

CPU1/CPU2 Temperature [xxxºC/xxxºF]

CPU1/CPU2 Temperature [xxxºC/xxxºF]CPU1/CPU2 Temperature [xxxºC/xxxºF] MB Temperature [xxxºC/xxxºF]MB Temperature [xxxº C/xxxºF]

MB Temperature [xxxºC/xxxºF]

MB Temperature [xxxºC/xxxºF]MB Temperature [xxxº C/xxxºF]

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.

CPU1/CPU2 Fan Speed [xxxxRPM] or [N/A]CPU1/CPU2 Fan Speed [xxxxRPM] or [N/A]

CPU1/CPU2 Fan Speed [xxxxRPM] or [N/A]

CPU1/CPU2 Fan Speed [xxxxRPM] or [N/A]CPU1/CPU2 Fan Speed [xxxxRPM] or [N/A] Front1/Front2 Fan Speed [xxxxRPM] or [N/A]Front1/Front2 Fan Speed [xxxxRPM] or [N/A]

Front1/Front2 Fan Speed [xxxxRPM] or [N/A]

Front1/Front2 Fan Speed [xxxxRPM] or [N/A]Front1/Front2 Fan Speed [xxxxRPM] or [N/A] Rear1/Rear2 Fan Speed [xxxxRPM] or [N/A]Rear1/Rear2 Fan Speed [xxxxRPM] or [N/A]

Rear1/Rear2 Fan Speed [xxxxRPM] or [N/A]

Rear1/Rear2 Fan Speed [xxxxRPM] or [N/A]Rear1/Rear2 Fan Speed [xxxxRPM] or [N/A]

The onboard hardware monitor automatically detects and displays the CPU, front, and rear fan speeds in rotations per minute (RPM). If a fan is not connected to the connector on the motherboard, the field shows N/A.

Smart Fan Control [Enabled]Smart Fan Control [Enabled]

Smart Fan Control [Enabled]

Smart Fan Control [Enabled]Smart Fan Control [Enabled]

Allows you to enable or disable the ASUS Smart Fan Control feature that smartly adjusts the fan speeds for more efficient system operation. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]

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CPU1 TemperatureCPU1 Temperature

The

CPU1 Temperature,

CPU1 TemperatureCPU1 Temperature

Temperature Temperature

Temperature items do not appear when you disable the

Temperature Temperature Control Control

Control feature.

Control Control

CPU1/CPU2 Temperature [XXX]CPU1/CPU2 Temperature [XXX]

CPU1/CPU2 Temperature [XXX]

CPU1/CPU2 Temperature [XXX]CPU1/CPU2 Temperature [XXX] MB Temperature [XXX]MB Temperature [XXX]

MB Temperature [XXX]

MB Temperature [XXX]MB Temperature [XXX]

CPU2 TemperatureCPU2 Temperature

CPU2 Temperature, and

CPU2 TemperatureCPU2 Temperature

MB MB

Smart FanSmart Fan

Smart Fan

Smart FanSmart Fan

Displays the detected CPU and system threshold temperatures when the Smart Fan Control feature is enabled.

VCORE1 Voltage, VCORE2 Voltage, 3.3V Voltage, 5VVCORE1 Voltage, VCORE2 Voltage, 3.3V Voltage, 5V

VCORE1 Voltage, VCORE2 Voltage, 3.3V Voltage, 5V

VCORE1 Voltage, VCORE2 Voltage, 3.3V Voltage, 5VVCORE1 Voltage, VCORE2 Voltage, 3.3V Voltage, 5V Voltage, 5VSB Voltage, VBAT Voltage, 12V VoltageVoltage, 5VSB Voltage, VBAT Voltage, 12V Voltage

Voltage, 5VSB Voltage, VBAT Voltage, 12V Voltage

Voltage, 5VSB Voltage, VBAT Voltage, 12V VoltageVoltage, 5VSB Voltage, VBAT Voltage, 12V Voltage

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

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The Server menu items allow you to customize the server features.

Main Advanced Server Security Boot Exit

Server Features

Remote Access Configuration

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Remote Access ConfigurationRemote Access Configuration

Remote Access Configuration

Remote Access ConfigurationRemote Access Configuration

BIOS SETUP UTILITY

Configure Remote Access.

Select Screen

Select Item +- Change Option F1 General Help F10 Save and Exit ESC Exit

The items in this menu allows you to configure the Remote Access features. Select an item then press <Enter> to display the configuration options.

Server

Configure Remote Access type and parameters

Remote Access [Enabled]

Serial port number [COM1] Serial Port Mode [115200 8,n,1] Flow Control [None] Redirection After BIOS POST [Always]

Terminal Type [ANSI] VT-UTFB Combo Key Support [Disabled]

When the

Remote AccessRemote Access

Remote Access item is set to [Disabled], all the other

Remote AccessRemote Access

BIOS SETUP UTILITY

items do not appear.

Select Remote Access type.

Select Screen

Select Item +- Change Option F1 General Help F10 Save and Exit ESC Exit

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Remote Access [Enabled]Remote Access [Enabled]

Remote Access [Enabled]

Remote Access [Enabled]Remote Access [Enabled]

Enables or disables the remote access feature. Setting this item to [Enabled] displays other connectivity items (see the screen below). Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]

Serial port number [COM1]Serial port number [COM1]

Serial port number [COM1]

Serial port number [COM1]Serial port number [COM1]

Enables or disables the remote access feature. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]

Serial Port Mode [115200 8,n,1]Serial Port Mode [115200 8,n,1]

Serial Port Mode [115200 8,n,1]

Serial Port Mode [115200 8,n,1]Serial Port Mode [115200 8,n,1]

Sets the Serial port mode. Configuration options: [115200 8,n,1] [57600 8,n,1] [38400 8,n,1] [19200 8,n,1] [09600 8,n,1]

Flow Control [None]Flow Control [None]

Flow Control [None]

Flow Control [None]Flow Control [None]

Allows you to select the flow control for console redirection. Configuration options: [None] [Hardware] [Software]

Redirection After BIOS POST [Always]Redirection After BIOS POST [Always]

Redirection After BIOS POST [Always]

Redirection After BIOS POST [Always]Redirection After BIOS POST [Always]

Sets the redirection mode after the BIOS Power-On Self-Test (POST). Some operating systems may not work when this item is set to Always. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Boot Loader] [Always]

Terminal Type [ANSI]Terminal Type [ANSI]

Terminal Type [ANSI]

Terminal Type [ANSI]Terminal Type [ANSI]

Allows you to select the target terminal type. Configuration options: [ANSI] [VT100] [VT-UTF8]

VT-UTF8 Combo Key Support [Disabled]VT-UTF8 Combo Key Support [Disabled]

VT-UTF8 Combo Key Support [Disabled]

VT-UTF8 Combo Key Support [Disabled]VT-UTF8 Combo Key Support [Disabled]

Enables or disables the VT-UTF8 combo key support for ANSI or VT100 terminals. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]

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4.6 Security

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

Main Advanced Server Security Boot Exit

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

BIOS SETUP UTILITY

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

Select Screen

Select Item +- Change Option F1 General Help F10 Save and Exit ESC Exit

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

InstalledInstalled

Installed.

InstalledInstalled

Not InstalledNot Installed

Not Installed.

Not InstalledNot Installed

To set or change a supervisor password:

1. Select the

Change Supervisor Password Change Supervisor Password

Change Supervisor Password item, then press <Enter>.

Change Supervisor Password Change Supervisor Password

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:To clear the supervisor password:

To clear the supervisor password:

To clear the supervisor password:To clear the supervisor password: Select the

Change Supervisor Password Change Supervisor Password

Change Supervisor Password then press <Enter>. The

Change Supervisor Password Change Supervisor Password

message “Password Uninstalled” appears.

If you forget your BIOS password, you can clear it by erasing the CMOS Real Time Clock (RTC) RAM. See section “2.6 Jumpers” for information on how to erase the RTC RAM.

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

Main Advanced Server Security Boot Exit

Security Settings

Supervisor Password : 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]

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

Select Screen

Select Item +- Change Option F1 General Help F10 Save and Exit ESC Exit

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.

Change User PasswordChange User Password

Change User Password

Change User PasswordChange User Password

Select this item to set or change the user password. The item on top of the screen shows the default a password, this item shows

InstalledInstalled

Installed.

InstalledInstalled

Not InstalledNot Installed

Not Installed. After you set

Not InstalledNot Installed

User PasswordUser Password

User Password

User PasswordUser Password

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.

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Clear User PasswordClear User Password

Clear User Password

Clear User PasswordClear User Password

Select this item to clear the user password.

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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4.7 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.

Main Advanced Server Security Boot Exit

Boot Settings

Boot Priority

Boot Settings Configuration

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Main Advanced Server Security Boot Exit

Boot Device Priority

1st Boot Device [1st FLOPPY DRIVE] 2nd Boot Device [MBA v7.6.6 Slot 02] 3rd Boot Device [MBA v7.6.6 Slot 04]

Boot Device PriorityBoot Device Priority

Boot Device Priority

Boot Device PriorityBoot Device Priority

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Specifies the Boot Device Priority sequence.

Select Screen

Select Item +- Change Option F1 General Help F10 Save and Exit ESC Exit

Specifies the boot sequence from the available devices.

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

Select Screen

Select Item +- Change Option F1 General Help F10 Save and Exit ESC Exit

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

1st Boot Device [1st FLOPPY DRIVE]

1st Boot Device [1st FLOPPY DRIVE]1st Boot Device [1st FLOPPY DRIVE] 2nd Boot Device [MBA v7.6.6 Slot 02]2nd Boot Device [MBA v7.6.6 Slot 02]

2nd Boot Device [MBA v7.6.6 Slot 02]

2nd Boot Device [MBA v7.6.6 Slot 02]2nd Boot Device [MBA v7.6.6 Slot 02] 3rd Boot Device [MBA v7.6.6 Slot 04]3rd Boot Device [MBA v7.6.6 Slot 04]

3rd Boot Device [MBA v7.6.6 Slot 04]

3rd Boot Device [MBA v7.6.6 Slot 04]3rd Boot Device [MBA v7.6.6 Slot 04]

These items specify the boot device priority sequence from the available devices. Configuration options: [1st FLOPPY DRIVE] [MBA v7.6.6 Slot 02] [MBA v7.6.6 Slot 04] [Disabled]

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Boot Settings ConfigurationBoot Settings Configuration

Boot Settings Configuration

Boot Settings ConfigurationBoot Settings Configuration

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Boot Settings Configuration

Quick Boot [Enabled] Full Logo Display [Enabled] Bootup Num-Lock [On] PS/2 Mouse Support [Auto] Wait For ‘F1’ If Error [Enabled] Hit ‘DEL’ Message Display [Enabled] Interrupt 19 Capture [Enabled]

Quick Boot [Enabled]Quick Boot [Enabled]

Quick Boot [Enabled]

Quick Boot [Enabled]Quick Boot [Enabled]

Boot

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

Select Screen

Select Item +- Change Option F1 General Help F10 Save and Exit ESC Exit

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 Logo display [Enabled]Full Logo display [Enabled]

Full Logo display [Enabled]

Full Logo display [Enabled]Full Logo display [Enabled]

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 MyLogo2™ feature.

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 [Enabled]Interrupt 19 Capture [Enabled]

Interrupt 19 Capture [Enabled]

Interrupt 19 Capture [Enabled]Interrupt 19 Capture [Enabled]

When set to [Enabled], this function allows the option ROMs to trap Interrupt 19. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]

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4.8 Exit menu

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

Main Advanced Server Security Boot Exit

Exit Options

Exit & Save Changes Exit & Discard Changes Discard Changes

Load Setup Defaults

If you made changes to any of the settings in the menus, pressing <Esc> does not immediately exit this menu. A confirmation window appears and prompts you to either save your changes or cancel the command. Select one of the options from this menu to exit.

BIOS SETUP UTILITY

Exit system setup after saving the changes.

F10 key can be used for this operation.

Select Screen

Select Item +- Change Option F1 General Help F10 Save and Exit ESC Exit

Exit & Save ChangesExit & Save Changes

Exit & Save Changes

Exit & Save ChangesExit & Save Changes

Select this option then press <Enter>, or simply press <F10>, to save your changes to CMOS before exiting the Setup utility.

When a confirmation window appears, select [OK] then press <Enter> to save your changes and exit Setup. If you wish to cancel the command, select [Cancel] then press <Enter> to return to the Exit menu.

Exit & Discard ChangesExit & Discard Changes

Exit & Discard Changes

Exit & Discard ChangesExit & Discard Changes

Select this option then press <Enter> to exit the Setup utility without saving your changes.

When a confirmation window appears, select [OK] then press <Enter> to discard your changes and exit Setup. If you wish to cancel the command, select [Cancel] then press <Enter> to return to the Exit menu.

Discard ChangesDiscard Changes

Discard Changes

Discard ChangesDiscard Changes

Select this option then press <Enter> to discard the changes that you made, and restore the previously saved settings.

When a confirmation window appears, select [OK] then press <Enter> to discard the changes, and load the previously saved settings. If you wish to cancel the command, select [Cancel] then press <Enter> to return to the Exit menu.

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Load Setup DefaultsLoad Setup Defaults

Load Setup Defaults

Load Setup DefaultsLoad Setup Defaults

Select this option then press <Enter> to load the optimized settings for each of the Setup menu items.

When a confirmation window appears, select [OK] then press <Enter> to load the default settings. If you wish to cancel the command, select [Cancel] then press <Enter> to return to the Exit menu.

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