ASUS P4T-F User Manual

®

P4T-F

Intel® 850 ATX Motherboard

USER’S MANUAL

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Product Name: ASUS P4T-F
Manual Revision: 1.01 E868
Release Date: September 2001

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CONTENTS

1. INTRODUCTION ............................................................................. 7

1.1 How This Manual Is Organized .................................................. 7

1.2 Item Checklist ............................................................................. 7

2. FEATURES ........................................................................................ 8

2.1 The ASUS P4T -F ........................................................................ 8

2.2 P4T-F Motherboard Components.............................................. 12

3. HARDWARE SETUP ...................................................................... 14

3.1 P4T-F Motherboard Layout ...................................................... 14

3.2 Layout Contents ........................................................................ 15

3.3 Hardware Setup Procedure ....................................................... 16

3.4 Motherboard Settings................................................................ 17

3.5 System Memory ........................................................................ 23

3.5.1 CPU Installation ............................................................ 25

3.5 Central Processing Unit (CPU) ................................................. 25

3.5.2 CPU Heatsink Retention Module Installation ............... 26

3.6 Expansion Cards ....................................................................... 29

3.6.1 Installing an Expansion Card......................................... 29

3.6.2 Assigning IRQs for Expansion Cards............................ 30

3.8 External Connectors.................................................................. 32

3.9 Starting Up the First Time ........................................................ 43

4. BIOS SETUP..................................................................................... 45

4.1 Managing and Updating Your BIOS ......................................... 45

4.1.1 Upon First Use of the Computer System....................... 45

4.1.2 Updating BIOS Procedures ........................................... 46

4.2 BIOS Setup Program ................................................................ 49

4.2.1 BIOS Menu Bar ............................................................. 50

4.2.2 Legend Bar .................................................................... 50

4.3 Main Menu................................................................................ 52

4.3.1 Primary & Secondary Master/Slave .............................. 53

4.3.2 Keyboard Features ......................................................... 56

4.4 Advanced Menu ........................................................................ 58

4.4.1 Chip Configuration ........................................................ 61

4.4.2 I/O Device Configuration .............................................. 63

4.4.3 PCI Configuration ......................................................... 65

4.4.4 Shadow Configuration ................................................... 67

4.5 Power Menu .............................................................................. 68

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4.5.1 Power Up Control.......................................................... 70

4.5.2 Hardware Monitor ......................................................... 71

4.6 Boot Menu ................................................................................ 72

4.7 Exit Menu ................................................................................. 74

5. SOFTWARE SETUP....................................................................... 77

5.1 Install Operating System........................................................... 77

5.2 Start Windows........................................................................... 77

5.3 P4T-F Motherboard Support CD............................................... 78

6. SOFTWARE REFERENCE ........................................................... 80

6.1 ASUS Live Update ................................................................... 80

6.2 ASUS PC Probe ........................................................................ 81

6.3 CyberLink PowerPlayer SE ...................................................... 86

6.4 CyberLink V ideoLive Mail....................................................... 87

7. APPENDIX....................................................................................... 89

7.1 Glossary .................................................................................... 89

INDEX ................................................................................................... 95

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FCC & DOC COMPLIANCE

This device complies with FCC Rules Part 15. Operation is subject to the following
two conditions:

• This device may not cause harmful interference, and

• This device must accept any interference received, including interference that
may cause undesired operation.

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B
digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to
provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installa­tion. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if
not installed and used in accordance with manufacturer's instructions, may cause
harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that
interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause
harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by
turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interfer­ence by one or more of the following measures:

• Re-orient or relocate the receiving antenna.

• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

• Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the
receiver is connected.

• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

WARNING! Any changes or modifications to this product not expressly ap-

proved by the manufacturer could void any assurances of safety or performance
and could result in violation of Part 15 of the FCC Rules.

Reprinted from the Code of Federal Regulations #47, part 15.193, 1993. Washington DC: Office of the
Federal Register, National Archives and Records Administration, U.S. Government Printing Office.

Canadian Department of Communications Statement

This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for radio noise emissions
from digital apparatus set out in the Radio Interference Regulations of the Canadian
Department of Communications.

This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada.

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1. INTRODUCTION

1.1 How This Manual Is Organized

This manual is divided into the following sections:

1. INTRODUCTION Manual information and checklist

2. FEATURES Production information and specifications

3. HARDWARE SETUP Intructions on setting up the motherboard.

4. BIOS SETUP Intructions on setting up the BIOS

5. SOFTWARE SETUP Intructions on setting up the included software

6. SOFTWARE REFERENCE Reference material for the included software

7. APPENDIX Optional items and general reference

1.2 Item Checklist

Check that your package is complete. If you discover damaged or missing items,
contact your retailer.

Manual / Checklist

1. INTRODUCTION

Package Contents

(1) ASUS Motherboard
(1) 40-pin 80-conductor ribbon

cable for internal UltraDMA33/
66/100 IDE drives

(1) Ribbon cable for master and slave

IDE drives

(1) Ribbon cable for (1) 5.25” and (2)

3.5” floppy disk drives

(1) ASUS 2-port USB connector set

with bracket
(1) Bag of spare jumpers
(1) Support drivers and utilities
(1) This Motherboard User’s Manual
(1) CPU Retention Module
(2) ASUS C-RIMM Continuity

RIMM

Optional Items

ASUS IrDA-compliant infrared
module

Rambus
LAN Card
1394 Card

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2.1 The ASUS P4T -F

The ASUS P4T-F motherboard is carefully designed for the demanding PC user
who wants advanced features processed by the fastest processors.

2.1.1 Specifications

• Intel Processor Support: Intel Socket 423 Pentium® 4 processors, 1.3 to 1.8

2. FEATURES

Performance

• Intel 850 Chipset: Features the Intel

• Intel ICH2: The Intel I/O Controller Hub 2 (82801 ICH2) features support for

• PC800 Memory Support: Equipped with four Rambus Inline Memory Module

• Intel

2. FEATURES

GHz and higher.

®

850 chipset (82850 T ehama Memory Con­troller Hub, I/O Controller and Firmware Hub) with support for AGP 4X Pro
Mode, (1.5 volt only); 400MHz Front Side Bus (FSB); and dual channel RDRAM.

UltraDMA/100, which allows burst mode data transfer rates of up to 100MB/
sec; and two USB controllers for a total of 4 USB ports.

(RIMM) sockets to support Intel PC800/PC600-compliant Rambus DRAMs
(RDRAMs) (available in 64, 96, 128, 192, 256, 512MB) up to 2GB. These
RDRAMs are necessary to meet the increase in processor performance and
multimedia and 3D functions, especially where high bandwidth is required.

®

Accelerated Hub Architecture: Features a dedicated high speed hub

link between the ICH2 and MCH with a bandwidth of 266MB/sec – twice the
maximum bandwidth of the PCI bus.

• AGP Pro Slot: Comes with an Accelerated Graphics Port Pro slot that

supports AGP cards for high performance, component level interconnect
targeted at 3D graphical applications using a 4X mode bus. The slot is keyed to
support only the latest 1.5 volt AGP cards: i.e.: ASUS V3800 and newer
versions.

™

• JumperFree

frequency and Vcore voltage can be controlled through the BIOS firmware if
JumperFree™ mode is enabled.

• Easy-to-Use DIP Switches: As an alternative to JumperFree Mode

and DSW switches are included to allow manual adjustment of the processor’s
external frequency.

• UltraDMA/100 Support: Comes with an onboard PCI Bus Master IDE controller

with two connectors that support four IDE devices on two channels. Supports
UltraDMA/100, UltraDMA/66, UltraDMA/33, PIO Modes 3 & 4 and Bus Master
IDE DMA Mode 2, and Enhanced IDE devices, such as DVD-ROM, CD-ROM,
CD-R/R W, LS-120, and Tape Backup drives.

• More USB Ports: Supports a total of 4 USB ports for exceptiona peripheral

connectivity options.

Mode: Now processor settings and easy overclocking of

™

, jumpers

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2. FEATURES

• CNR Support: A Communication and Networking Riser (CNR) slot provides

an interface to support very affordable multichannel audio, V.90 analog modem,
Home PNA, 10/100 Ethernet networking, and a USB hub.

• PC Health Monitoring: An easy way to examine and manage system status

information, such as CPU and systerm voltages, temperatures, and fan status
through the onboard hardware and the bundled ASUS PC Probe or Intel LDCM
software.

• Legacy Free: Provides five 32-bit PCI (PCI 2.2 compliant) with no ISA,

eliminating bottlenecks and system memory management issues. All PCI slots
can support Bus Master PCI cards, such as SCSI or LAN cards. (PCI supports up
to 133MB/s maximum throughput.)

• Low Pin Count (LPC) Super Multi-I/O: Provides two high-speed UART

ompatible serial ports and one parallel port with EPP and ECP capabilities.
UART2 can also be directed from COM2 to the Infrared Module for wireless
connections.

• Enhanced ACPI & Anti-Boot Virus Protection: Programmable BIOS (Flash

EEPROM), offering enhanced ACPI for Windows 98/2000/Millenium compat­ibility, built-in firmware-based virus protection, and autodetection of most de­vices for virtually automatic setup.

2. FEATURES

Optional Components

• Smart BIOS: 2Mbit firmware gives a new easy-to-use interface for more

control and protection for the motherboard. Supports Vcore and CPU/RDRAM
frequency adjustments, boot block write protection, and HD/SCSI/MO/ZIP/CD/
Floppy boot selection.

• IrDA: Supports an optional infrared port module for a wireless interface.

• Concurrent PCI: Concurrent PCI allows multiple PCI transfers from PCI

master bus to the memory and processor.

• Onboard LED: Signals AC power is okay.

• Desktop Management Interface (DMI): Supports DMI through BIOS, which

allows hardware to communicate within a standard protocol creating a higher
level of compatibility. (Requires DMI-enabled components.)

2.1.2 Optional Components

• AC’97 Codec: The latest high-performance mini-chipset supports hi-fidelity

18-bit stereo, full duplex audio performance. The chipset supporst up to four
analog line inputs, two stereo outputs, and one mono output channel. Added
featuers include 3D stereo enhancement, and extra true line-level out for head­phones and speaker amplifiers.

• Auxillary Power Connector: Extra power back-up available with this 6 tooth

connector.

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2.1.3 Performance Features

• High-Speed Data T ransfer Interface: Onboard IDE Bus Master controller with

2. FEATURES

Specifications

• RDRAM Optimized Performance: This motherboard supports Rambus

• ACPI Ready: ACPI (Advanced Configuration and Power Interface) is also

2. FEATURES

two connectors that support four IDE devices in two channels. Supports
UltraDMA/100/66, UltraDMA/33 (IDE DMA Mode 2), PIO Modes 3 & 4, and
supports Enhanced IDE devices, such as DVD-ROM, CD-ROM, CD-R/RW,
LS-120, and Tape Backup drives. UltraDMA/100 is backward compatible with
DMA/66, DMA/33, and DMA and with existing DMA devices and systems so
there is no need to upgrade current EIDE/IDE drives and host systems.
(UltraDMA/66/100 requires a 40-pin 80-conductor cable to be enabled.)

Dynamic Random Access Memory (RDRAM). While PC100 SDRAM modules
operate at 100MHz with a peak bandwidth of 0.8GB/s, MCH dual channel Rambus
DRAMs can operate at up to 400MHz with a peak bandwidth of 3.2GB/s.

implemented on all ASUS smart series motherboards. ACPI provides more
Energy Saving Features for future operating systems (OS) supporting OS Direct
Power Management (OSPM) functionality. With these features implemented in
the OS, PCs can be ready around the clock, yet satisfy all the energy saving
standards. To realize the benefits of ACPI, an ACPI-supported OS, such as
Windows 98/2000/Millenium, must be used.

• Suspend and Go: Suspend-to-RAM (STR) provides maximum power savings

as an alternative to leaving the computer ON and QuickStart™ so that you do
not have to wait for a long time for system bootup.

• New Compliancy: Both the BIOS and hardware levels of the motherboard meet

the stringent requirements for PC 99 certification. The new PC 99 requirements
for systems and components are based on the following high-level goals: sup­port for Plug and Play compatibility and power management for configuring
and managing all system components, and 32-bit device drivers and installation
procedures for W indows 95/NT and later. Color-coded connectors and descrip­tive icons make identification easy as required by PC 99.

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2. FEATURES

2.1.4 Intelligence

• Auto CPU Throttling Function: Incorporated into this motherboard is a new

technology to enable Pentium 4 processors auto throttling function. When auto
throttling is enabled, the CPU with throttle down to 50% of its duty cycle when
the CPU temperature reaches the threshold and return to 100% of its duty cycle
when temperature lowers to normal level. This function ensures the best
performance and reliability.

• Fan Status Monitoring and Alarm: To prevent system overheat and system

damage, the CPU, MAIN, and PCI fans can be monitored for RPM and failure.
All the fans are set for its normal RPM range and alarm thresholds.

• T emperature Monitoring and Alert: T o prevent system overheat and system dam-

age, this motherboard supports processor thermal sensing and auto-protection.

• Voltage Monitoring and Alert: System voltage levels are monitored to ensure

stable current to critical motherboard components. Voltage specifications are
more critical for future processors, so monitoring is necessary to ensure proper
system configuration and management.

Intelligence

2. FEATURES

• System Resources Alert: Today’s operating systems, such as Windows 98/

Millenium, and W indows NT/2000, require much more memory and hard drive
space to present enormous user interfaces and run large applications. The onboard
hardware ASUS ASIC in conjunction with either the bundled ASUS PC Probe
or Intel LDCM will warn the user before the system resources are used up to
prevent possible application crashes. Suggestions will give the user information
on managing their limited resources more efficiently.

• Dual Function Power Button: Through BIOS, the power button can be defined
as the “Stand by” (ie.: Suspend or Sleep) button or as the Soft-Off (see ATX
Power / Soft-Off Switch Lead in 3.8 Connectors for more information) button.
Regardless of the setting, pushing the power button for more than 4 seconds will
enter the Soft-Off mode.

• Peripheral Power Up: Keyboard or Mouse power up can be enabled or dis-
abled through BIOS setup to allow the computer to be powered ON using your
keyboard or mouse click.

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2.2 P4T-F Motherboard Components

See opposite page for locations.

Processor Support Socket 423 for Pentium 4 Processors ....................................... 2

2. FEATURES

MB Components

Main Memory Maximum 1GB support

Expansion Slots 5 PCI Slots .............................................................................. 17

2. FEATURES

Location

Chipsets Intel 850 Memory Controller Hub (MCH) ............................... 4

Intel I/O Controller Hub 2 (ICH2) ......................................... 11

2Mbit Firmware Hub (FWH) ................................................. 13

Low Pin Count (LPC) Super Multi-I/O Chipset .................... 16

4 RIMM Sockets ...................................................................... 5

Dual Channel PC800/PC600 RDRAM support

Switches DSW Frequency Setting ........................................................... 9

1 Accelerated Graphics Port (AGP Pro) Slot.......................... 20

Communictions Network Riser (CNR) .................................. 15

System I/O 2 IDE Connectors (UltraDMA33/66/100 support) ................... 7

1 Floppy Disk Drive Connector ............................................... 8

1 USB Header (supports 2 USB ports)................................... 12

1 Parallel Port Connector ............................................. (Top) 24

1 Serial COM1 Port Connector .............................. (Bottom) 25

1 Serial COM2 Port Connector .............................. (Bottom) 23

2 USB Port Connectors ......................................................... 26

1 PS/2 Mouse Connector .............................................. (Top) 27

1 PS/2 Keyboard Connector ................................... (Bottom) 27

Audio Headphone Connector ............................................................ 18

AC’97 Audio CODEC............................................................ 19

Microphone 2 Connector ........................................................ 21

1 Game/MIDI Connector.............................................. (Top) 22

1 Line Out Connector ............................................. (Bottom) 22

1 Line In Connector................................................ (Bottom) 22

1 Line Microphone Connector ............................... (Bottom) 22

Hardware Monitoring ASUS onboard chipset ........................................................... 10

Power ATX Power Supply Connector ................................................. 1

ATX 12V Power Supply Connector ......................................... 3

12

Special Feature Auxillary Power Connector ...................................................... 6

Onboard LED ......................................................................... 14

Form Factor ATX

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2. FEATURES

2.2.1 Component Locations

27
26

25

24

23

22

2

1 3

4

5

7

6

2. FEATURES

Component Locations

21
20

19
18

17
16

15

14 813

12

11

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3.1 P4T-F Motherboard Layout

PS/2KBMS

T: Mouse
B: Keyboard

USB

T: Port1
B: Port

Motherboard Layout

3. H/W SETUP

2

COM1

3. HARDWARE SETUP

24.4cm (9.60in)

ATX Power Connector

USBPWR

RIMMB2 (16/18 bit, 184-pin module)
RIMMB1 (16/18 bit, 184-pin module)

MAIN_FAN

Socket 423

AUX Power

Connector

PARALLEL PORT

COM2

Line
Out

Line

In

MODEM

Mic

GAME_AUDIO

In

AUX

MIC2

Audio

Codec

HEADPHONE

Super

I/O

CD1

Accelerated Graphics Port (AGP Pro)

CNR_SLOT

PCI1

PCI2

PCI3

P4T-F

PCI4

PCI5

ADN

SECONDARY IDEPRIMARY IDE

(16/18 bit, 184-pin module)

Intel 850

1

Memory

Controller

RIMMA

RIMMA2 (16/18 bit, 184-pin module)

Hub (MCH)

CPU_FAN

ATX12V

FLOPPY

Intel I/O

Controller

Hub

(ICH2)

CR2032 3V
Lithium Cell

CMOS Power

2Mbit

Firmware

Hub

LED

IR

OC3

USB2

J3­J3+

CHASSIS

ASUS

ASIC

with

Hardware

Monitor

HDDLED

DIP

Switches

CLRTC

PCI_FAN

JEN

PANEL

30.5cm (12.0in)

Grayed components are available only on certain models at the time of purchase.

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3. HARDWARE SETUP

3.2 Layout Contents

Motherboard Settings

™

1) JEN p. 18 JumperFree

2) SW1 (Switches 6-10) p. 19 CPU Ext. Freq. Selection (SW1 Switches 1–5)

3) SW1 (Switches 1-4) p. 20 Manual CPU Ratio Settings (SW1 Switches 7-10)

4) USBPWR p. 21 USB Device Wake-up (USBPWR)

5) ADN p. 22 Onboard Audio Codec (Enable/Disable)

6) J3-J3-/OC3 p. 22 USB2 / CNRUSB Selection

Memory, CPU and Expansion

1) RIMMA1/A2/B1/B2 p.23 184-Pin System Memory Support

2) CPU p.25 Central Processing Unit (CPU)

3) Heatsink p.26 CPU Heatsink Retention Module Installation

4) PCI1/2/3/4/5 p.29 32-bit PCI Bus Expansion Slots

5) AGP Pro p.31 Accelerated Graphics Port (AGP Pro) Slot

6) CNR p.31 Communications and Networking Riser (CNR) Slot

Connectors

Mode (JEN) (Disable / Enable)

1) PS2KBMS p.32 PS/2 Mouse Connector (6 pin female)

2) PS2KBMS p.32 PS/2 Keyboard Connector (6 pin female)

3) PRINTER p.33 Parallel Port Connector (25 pin female)

4) COM1, COM2 p.33 Serial Port Connector (T wo 9 pin male)

5) USB p.33 Universal Serial Bus Ports (Two 4 pin female)

6) GAME_AUDIO p.34 Joystick/MIDI Connector (15 pin female) (optional)

7) LINE-IN, -OUT, MIC p.34 Audio Port Connectors (Three 1/8” female)(optional)

8) FLOPPY p.34 Floppy Disk Drive Connector (34-1pin)

9) PRIMARY/SECONDAR Y IDE p.35 Primary/Secondary IDE Connectors (Two 40-1 pin)

10) MAIN_FAN, CPU_FAN p.36 Fan Connectors (Three 3 pin)
PCI_FAN

11) USB2 p.37 USB Header (10-1 pin)

12) MODEM, CD_IN, AUX p.37 Internal Audio Connectors (Three 4 pin) (optional)

13) MIC2 p.38 Internal Microphone Connector (3 pin) (optional)

14) HEADPHONE p.38 Headphone Connector (3 pin) (optional)

15) IR p.39 Standard Infrared (SIR) Module Connector (5 pin)

16) HDLED p.39 IDE Activity LED (2 pin)
A TXPWR, ATX12V, (AUXPWR)

17)

18) PWRLED (PANEL) p.41 System Power LED Lead (3-1 pin)

19) KEYLOCK (PANEL) p.41 Keyboard Lock Switch Lead (2 pin)

20) SPEAKER (PANEL) p.41 System Warning Speaker Connector (4 pin)

21) MSG.LED (PANEL) p.41 System Message LED (2 pin)

22) SMI (PANEL) p.41 System Management Interrupt Switch Lead (2 pin)

23) PWRSW (PANEL) p.41 ATX Power / Soft-Off Switch Lead (2 pin)

24) RESET (PANEL) p.41 Reset Switch Lead (2 pin)

p.40 Power Supply Connector (20 pin, 4 pin) (6 pin)

Layout Contents

3. H/W SETUP

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3.3 Hardware Setup Procedure

IMPORTANT: Due to Pentium 4 CPU’s power consumption requirement, an

ATX12V power supply is recommended for this motherboard. For typical system
configurations, an ATX12V power supply that can supply at least 230W and at least

8.5A on the +12V lead is required. For heavily-loaded configurations, an ATX12V
power supply that can supply at least 300W is required.

Complete the following steps before using your computer:

1. Check motherboard settings

2. Install memory modules

3. Install the Central Processing Unit (CPU)

4. Install Expansion Cards

5. Connect ribbon cables, panel wires, and power supply cables

6. Configure the BIOS parameter settings

3. H/W SETUP

Getting Started

WARNING! Make sure that you unplug your power supply when adding or

removing system components. Failure to do so may cause severe damage to
your motherboard, peripherals, and/or components.

3. HARDWARE SETUP

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3. HARDWARE SETUP

3.4 Motherboard Settings

This section tells you how to change motherboard function settings through the
switches and/or jumpers.

WARNING! Computer motherboards and expansion cards contain very delicate

Integrated Circuit (IC) chips. To protect them against damage from static electric­ity, you should follow some precautions whenever you work on your computer.

1. Unplug your computer when working on the inside.

2. Use a grounded wrist strap before handling computer components. If you do
not have one, touch both of your hands to a safely grounded object or to a metal
object, such as the power supply case.

3. Hold components by the edges and try not to touch the IC chips, leads or con­nectors, or other components.

4. Place components on a grounded antistatic pad or on the bag that came with the
component whenever the components are separated from the system.

5. Ensure that the ATX power supply is switched off before you plug in or
remove the ATX power connector on the motherboard.

P4T-F

P4T-F Onboard LED

ON

Standby

Power

3. H/W SETUP

Motherboard Settings

OFF

Powered

Off

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3. HARDWARE SETUP

Motherboard Frequency Settings (SW1 Switches)

The motherboard frequency is adjusted through the DIP switches. The white block
represents the switch’s position. The illustration below shows all the switches in the

OFF position.

OFF

ON

P4T-F

P4T-F DIP Switches

Motherboard Settings

3. H/W SETUP

1) JumperFree™ Mode (JEN)

This jumper allows you to enable or disable the JumperFree
JumperFree
(see 4.4 Advanced Menu).

SW1

ON

™

mode allows processor settings to be made through the BIOS setup

1. Frequency Multiple

2. Frequency Multiple

3. Frequency Multiple

4. Frequency Multiple

5. Reserved

6. Frequency Selection

7. Frequency Selection

8. Frequency Selection

9. Frequency Selection

10. Frequency Selection

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mode. The

Setting JEN

Enable (JumperFree) [2-3] (default)
Disable (Jumper Mode) [1-2]

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P4T-F JumperFree™ Mode Setting

Jumper Mode

12

JEN

SW1

Jumper Free

(Default)

ON

OFF

2

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2) CPU External Frequency Selection (SW1 Switches 6-10)

This option tells the clock generator what frequency to send to the CPU, DRAM,
and the PCI bus. This allows the selection of the CPU’s External frequency (or
BUS Clock). The BUS Clock multiplied by the Frequency Multiple equals the
CPU’s Internal frequency (the advertised CPU speed).

SW1

P4T-F

CPU
AGP
PCI

ON

100.0MHz

66.0MHz

33.0MHz

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103.0MHz

68.0MHz

34.0MHz

ON

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105.0MHz

70.0MHz

35.0MHz

ON

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110.0MHz

73.0MHz

36.0MHz

ON

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P4T-F CPU
External Frequency Selection

WARNING! Set the CPU frequency only to the recommended settings.

Frequencies other than the recommended CPU bus frequencies are not guaranteed
to be stable. Overclocking the processor is not recommended. It may result in a

slower speed.

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3) Manual CPU Ratio Settings (SW1 Switches 1-4)

Set SW1 switches (7-10) to use the clock multiplier to coordinate the ratio of
bus speeds with CPU settings. Set the DSW switches according to the internal
speed of your processor and the bus frequency.

IMPORTANT:

1. To use this feature, JEN must be set to Jumper Mode, [1-2].

(See 1, JumperFree™ Mode (JEN) in 3, HARDWARE SETUP.)

2. When JumperFree mode is enabled, use BIOS setup in place of these switches.

(Set Operating Frequency Setting to User Define under 4.4 Advanced Menu
in BIOS Setup so you can set the CPU Frequency.)

Motherboard Settings

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SW1

P4T-F CPU External
Clock (BUS) Frequency
Selection

ON

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8.0x

ON

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10.0x

ON

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11.0x

ON

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12.0x

ON

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13.0x

ON

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14.0x

ON

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15.0x

ON

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16.0x

ON

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17.0x

ON

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18.0x

ON

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19.0x

ON

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20.0x

ON

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21.0x

ON

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22.0x

ON

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23.0x

ON

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24.0x

Multiplier 1 2 3 4

8.0x [OFF] [OFF] [OFF] [OFF]

10.0x [ON] [OFF] [OFF] [OFF]

11.0x [OFF] [ON] [OFF] [OFF]

12.0x [ON] [ON] [OFF] [OFF]

13.0x [OFF] [OFF] [ON] [OFF]

14.0x [ON] [OFF] [ON] [OFF]

15.0x [OFF] [ON] [ON] [OFF]

16.0x [ON] [ON] [ON] [OFF]

17.0x [OFF] [OFF] [OFF] [ON]

18.0x [ON] [OFF] [OFF] [ON]

19.0x [OFF] [ON] [OFF] [ON]

20.0x [ON] [ON] [OFF] [ON]

21.0x [OFF] [OFF] [ON] [ON]

22.0x [ON] [OFF] [ON] [ON]

23.0x [OFF] [ON] [ON] [ON]

24.0x [ON] [ON] [ON] [ON]

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4) USB Device Wake-up (USBPWR)

Set these jumpers to +5V to allow wake up from the S1 sleep state (CPU stopped;
RAM refreshed; system running in low power mode) using the connected USB
devices. Set to +5VSB to allow wake up from S3 sleep state (no power to CPU;
RAM in slow refresh; power supply in reduced power mode). The default set­ting for the three jumpers is 1-2 to select +5V (because not all computers have
the appropriate power supply).

NOTES:

1. This feature requires an ATX power supply that can supply at least 2A on
the +5VSB lead when these jumpers are set to +5VSB. Otherwise, the
system does not power up.

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

USBPWR

P4T-F

P4T-F USB Device Wake Up

2
1

+5VSB

3
2

+5V

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5) Onboard Audio Setting (ADN) (audio models only)

The onboard Audio Codec may be enabled or disabled using these jumpers.
Disable the onboard Audio Codec if using a PCI audio card on any of the
expansion slots or a primary audio/modem CNR on a CNR slot (see CNR Slot
later in this section).

Setting ADN

Enable [1-2] (default)
Disable [2-3]

ADN

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P4T-F AUDIO Setting

P4T-F

6) USB2 / CNRUSB Selection (J3-J3-/OC3)

The CNR slot can support an optional USB hub CNR card. Three jumpers are
used to control selection of USB or CNR functions: J3-, J3+ and OC3. The
factory default setting is for standard USB2 control. If a USB hub CNR card is
used, reset these jumpers to CNRUSB setting shown below.

IMPORTANT! Always set all three jumpers accordingly when selecting a device.

2
1

ENABLE AUDIO DISABLE AUDIO

12
J3­J3+

3
2

2

OC3

1

USB2

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J3­J3+

CNRUSB

A7V266 CNR/USB Selection

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2

OC3

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3.5 System Memory

NOTE: No hardware or BIOS setup is required after adding or removing memory.
This motherboard has four 184-pin Rambus Inline Memory Modules (RIMM) sockets.

These sockets support 64Mbit, 128Mbit, and 256Mbit Direct RDRAM technologies.

Location Memory Module Subtotal

RIMMA1
(Rows 0&1)

RIMMA2
(Rows 2&3)

RIMMB1
(Rows 4&5)

RIMMB2
(Rows 6&7)

RDRAM x 1
C-RIMM (use when socket will not be populated)

RDRAM x 1
C-RIMM (use when socket will not be populated)

RDRAM x 1
C-RIMM (use when socket will not be populated)

RDRAM x 1
C-RIMM (use when socket will not be populated)

TOT AL SYSTEM MEMOR Y =

(2GB Max)

IMPORTANT

1. The memory configuration of channel A (RIMMA1 and RIMMA2) and
channel B (RIMMB1 and RIMMB2) must be identical (see below).

2. C-RIMMs (Continuity RIMM) must be used to complete the sockets that
are not populated by RDRAMs. A C-RIMM is necessary to avoid breaking
the signal lines, which are a serial connection in a Rambus interface, such
as used in this motherboard. This assures the electrical integrity of a Rambus
interface.

System Memory

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3. When C-RIMMs are required, it is recommended that they be inserted into
RIMMA2 and RIMMB2.

a.

b.

c.

C-RIMM

128MB RDRAM

C-RIMM

128MB RDRAM

128MB RDRAM

C-RIMM

128MB RDRAM

C-RIMM

128MB RDRAM
128MB RDRAM

128MB RDRAM
128MB RDRAM

RIMMB2
RIMMB1

RIMMA2
RIMMA1

RIMMB2
RIMMB1

RIMMA2
RIMMA1

RIMMB2
RIMMB1

RIMMA2
RIMMA1

NOTE: When using only two memory
modules, it is recommended that you
use configuration a.

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3.5.1 Installing Memory

The memory module (RIMM) will fit in only one orientation.

IMPORTANT: Do not touch the memory module’s connectors. Handle the mod-

ule only by the edges.

RIMM Sockets

3. H/W SETUP

System Memory

1. Make sure that the notch keys in the module are aligned with the small ribs
inside the RIMM sockets.

2. With the ejectors in the open position (as shown), push down gently but firmly
on the memory module until it snaps into place. The guides on the socket’s
ejectors should go through the two mounting notches on the module and the
ejectors should close. If necessary, push the ejectors inward to secure the mod-

ule in place.

P4T-F

P4T-F 184-Pin RIMM Sockets

RDRAM (with heat spreader)MOUNTING NOTCH

EJECTOR

RIBS (inside socket)

RIMM with Heat Spreader

C-RIMM

NOTCH KEYS

CONNECTORS

(TOP VIEW)

Removing Memory

T o release a memory module, push both ejectors outward and pull the module straight
up and out of the RIMM sockets.

WARNING! RIMM modules become extremely hot during operation. To re-

duce the risk of personal injury from hot surfaces, allow the modules to cool off
before removing them.

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3.6 Central Processing Unit (CPU)

The motherboard provides a ZIF Socket for the P4 Socket 423 CPU. The CPU that
came with the motherboard should have a fan attached to it to prevent overheating.

If not, then purchase a fan before turning on the system.

Socket 423 Pentium 4

P4T-F

Gold Arrow

P4T-F Socket 423

3.6.1 CPU Installation

1. Locate the P4 Socket 423 and
open it by pulling the lever gently
sideways away from the socket.
Then lift the lever upwards. The
socket lever must be fully opened
(90 to 100 degrees).

2. Insert the CPU with the correct
orientation. The gold arrow
of the CPU must be oriented
toward the outer corner of the
socket base nearest to the tip of
the lever handle.

3. Once completely inserted, press the CPU firmly and close the socket
lever until it snaps into its locked position.

CAUTION! The CPU fits in one orientation and should drop easily into

place. Do not force the CPU into the socket to avoid bending the pins. If
the CPU does not fit, check its alignment and look for bent pins.

CPU

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Heatskink

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3.6.2 CPU Heatsink Retention Module Installation

Parts Inventory:

1. Two black plastic heatsink support braces have built-in retaining clips,
below left. An alternate heatsink support brace with two separate
retaining clips may be included with this package, below right. Both
types of supports may be affixed to the motherboard using the plastic
plugs and shown in #2 below.

Built-in retaining clips Separate retaining clips

2. Four black plastic collars and
four white plastic plugs.

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Step 1: Mount the Black Plastic Heatsink Support Braces:

1. Insert the four black plastic collars from

the top through to the bottom of the
motherboard. Insert the white plastic
plugs into the middle of the black
plastic collars and pop them firmly out
the bottom of the motherboard. This
instruction applies to both types of
heatsink support clips in steps 2a and 2b.

Step 2a: Mount Heatsink Using Built-in Retaining Clips:

1. Open the retaining clips. Place the
heatsink on the CPU. The heatsink
should entirely cover the CPU. The
plastic heatsink support braces have
built-in retaining clips, right. Close and
snap the clips into the locked position.
With the added weight of the CPU fan
and heatsink locking brace, no extra
force is required to keep the CPU in
place.

2. Connect the CPU fan cable to the fan connector. (See 3.1 Motherboard

Layout / 3.8 Connectors).

CAUTION! Take care not to scrape the motherboard surface when

mounting a clamp-style processor fan, or else damage may occur . When
mounting a heatsink onto your CPU, make sure that exposed CPU
capacitors do not touch the heatsink, or else damage may occur! Refer
to heatsink/CPU documentation.

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WARNING! Be sure that there is sufficient air circulation across the

processor’s heatsink by regularly checking that your CPU fan is working.
Without suf ficient circulation, the processor could overheat and damage
both the processor and the motherboard. You may install an auxiliary
fan, if necessary.

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Heatskink

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Step 2b: Mount Heatsink Using Separate Retaining Clips

1. Latch the large middle clip on
the metal heatsink retainer to the
central black tab on the plastic
heatsink support base.

2. Then latch the slotted metal tab
on the heatsink retaining clip to
the protruding black tab on the
end of the plastic heatsink
support base.

3. Push down on the levered end of
the heatsink retaining clip until
it locks into place.

4. Connect the CPU fan cable to the fan connector. (See 3.1 Motherboard

Layout / 3.8 Connectors).

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3.7 Expansion Cards

In the future, you may need to install expansion cards. The motherboard has five
PCI expansion slots to support these cards. Follow the steps in the next section
when installing expansion cards.

W ARNING! Unplug the system power cord when adding or removing expansion

cards or other system components. Failure to do so may cause severe damage to
both the motherboard and expansion cards.

3.7.1 Installing an Expansion Card

1. Read the documentation that comes with the expansion card and make any
necessary hardware settings for the card before installing it.

2. Remove the system unit cover and the bracket plate on the slot you intend to use.
Keep the screw for later use.

3. Align the card connectors with the slot and press firmly until the card fits in
place.

4. Secure the card to the slot with the screw you removed earlier.

5. Replace the system cover.

6. Change the necessary BIOS settings, if any.
(see section 4.4.3 PCI Configuration to change the settings.)

7. Install the necessary software drivers for the expansion card.

3. H/W SETUP

Expansion Cards

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