ASUS P4TM User Manual

®
P4T-M
Intel® 850 Micro-ATX Motherboard
USERS MANUAL
ASUS P4T-M User’s Manual 1
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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 -M ....................................................................... 8
2.2 P4T-M Motherboard Components ............................................ 12
3. HARDWARE SETUP ...................................................................... 14
3.1 P4T-M Motherboard Layout ..................................................... 14
3.2 Layout Contents ........................................................................ 15
3.3 Getting Started .......................................................................... 16
3.4 System Memory ........................................................................ 17
3.5.1 CPU Installation ............................................................ 19
3.5 Central Processing Unit (CPU) ................................................. 19
3.5.2 CPU Heatsink Retention Module Installation ............... 20
3.6 Expansion Cards ....................................................................... 23
3.6.1 Installing an Expansion Card......................................... 23
3.6.2 Assigning IRQs for Expansion Cards............................ 24
3.7 External Connectors.................................................................. 26
3.8 Starting Up the First Time ........................................................ 37
4. BIOS SETUP..................................................................................... 39
4.1 Managing and Updating Your BIOS ......................................... 39
4.1.1 Upon First Use of the Computer System....................... 39
4.1.2 Updating BIOS Procedures ........................................... 40
4.2 BIOS Setup Program ................................................................ 42
4.2.1 BIOS Menu Bar ............................................................. 43
4.2.2 Legend Bar .................................................................... 43
4.3 Main Menu................................................................................ 45
4.3.1 Primary & Secondary Master/Slave .............................. 46
4.3.2 Keyboard Features ......................................................... 49
4.4 Advanced Menu ........................................................................ 51
4.4.1 Chip Configuration ........................................................ 54
4.4.2 I/O Device Configuration .............................................. 56
4.4.3 PCI Configuration ......................................................... 58
4.4.4 Shadow Configuration ................................................... 60
4.5 Power Menu .............................................................................. 61
4.5.1 Power Up Control.......................................................... 63
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4.5.2 Hardware Monitor ......................................................... 64
4.6 Boot Menu ................................................................................ 65
4.7 Exit Menu ................................................................................. 67
5. SOFTWARE SETUP....................................................................... 69
5.1 Install Operating System........................................................... 69
5.2 Start Windows........................................................................... 69
5.3 P4T-M Motherboard Support CD ............................................. 70
6.1 ASUS Live Update ................................................................... 72
6. SOFTWARE REFERENCE ........................................................... 73
6.2 ASUS PC Probe ........................................................................ 73
6.3 CyberLink PowerPlayer SE ...................................................... 78
6.4 CyberLink V ideoLive Mail....................................................... 79
7. APPENDIX....................................................................................... 81
7.1 Glossary .................................................................................... 81
INDEX ................................................................................................... 85
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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 (1) 5.25 and (2)
3.5 floppy disk drives (1) COM Port Bracket and Cable (2) ASUS C-RIMM Continuity
RIMM
(1) ASUS 2-port USB connector set
with bracket (1) I/O port bracket (1) Bag of spare jumpers (1) Support drivers and utilities (1) This Motherboard Users Manual (1) CPU Heatsink Retention Module (1) Quick Setup Manual
Optional Items
ASUS IrDA-compliant infrared module
(1) Reference Card
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2.1 The ASUS P4T -M
The ASUS P4T-M 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.
Intel 850 Chipset: Features the Intel
2. FEATURES
Specifications
Intel ICH2: The Intel I/O Controller Hub 2 (ICH2) features support for
PC800 Memory Support: Equipped with four Rambus Inline Memory Module
Intel
2. FEATURES
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850 chipset (Memory Controller Hub, I/O Controller Hub, and Firmware Hub) with support for AGP 4X mode; 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 densities) 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.
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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 4X Slot: Comes with an Accelerated Graphics Port 4X 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.
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 more peripheral connec-
tivity options.
Wake-Up Support: Supports Wake-On-LAN, Keyboard Wake-Up, and BIOS
Wake-Up.
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 three 32-bit PCI (PCI 2.2 compliant) with no ISA, elimi-
nating 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.)
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Low Pin Count (LPC) Multi-I/O: Provides two high-speed UAR T compatible
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.
Smart BIOS: 4Mbit firmware gives a new easy-to-use interface which provides
more control and protection over the motherboard. Provides 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.
2.1.2 Optional Components
2. FEATURES
Optional Components
Realtek RTL8139C Ethernet: (optional) Single chip fast ethernet controller for 100/10 Mbps data transfer capacity. (See 4.4.2: I/O Device Configuration in BIOS setup).
IEEE 1394 Controller Interface: (optional) Integrated 3 Port TI capable link-layer controller and 400Mbps physical layer controller provides the fastest available digital interface for throughput intensive consumer elec­tronics devices like: DV camcorders, digital cameras, scanners, and printers. The IEEE-1394 supports traditional asynchronous data transfer as well as isoch­ronous (real-time) data transfer . Up to 63 peripheral devices may be connected simultaneously. The IEEE 1394 is the fastest available interface for the latest consumer electronics devices.
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400Mbps
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2.1.3 Performance Features
High-Speed Data T ransfer Interface: Onboard IDE Bus Master controller with
2. FEATURES
Performance
RDRAM Optimized Performance: This motherboard supports the new gen-
ACPI Ready: ACPI (Advanced Configuration and Power Interface) is also imple-
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.)
eration memory , Rambus 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 400 MHz with a peak bandwidth of 3.2GB/s.
mented on all ASUS smart series motherboards. ACPI provides more Energy Saving Features for future operating systems (OS) supporting OS Direct Power Management (OSPM) functionality . W ith 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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2.1.4 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, PWR, and CHASSIS 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-M Motherboard Components
See opposite page for locations.
Processor Support Socket 423 for Pentium 4 Processors ....................................... 1
2. FEATURES
MB Components
Main Memory Maximum 2GB support
Expansion Slots 3 PCI Slots .............................................................................. 17
2. FEATURES
Location
Chipsets Intel 850 Memory Controller Hub (MCH) ............................... 2
Intel I/O Controller Hub 2 (ICH2) ......................................... 11
4Mbit Firmware Hub (FWH) ................................................... 9
Yamaha Audio Chipset ........................................................... 16
4 RIMM Sockets ...................................................................... 3
Dual Channel PC800/PC600 RDRAM support
1 Accelerated Graphics Port (AGP 4X) Slot .......................... 12
System I/O 2 IDE Connectors (UltraDMA33/66/100 support) ................... 5
1 Floppy Disk Drive Connector ............................................... 7
1 USB Header (supports 2 USB ports)................................... 10
1 SPDIF_OUT Connector ...................................................... 19
1 IEEE 1394 Controller Interface........ (optional) (Bottom) 22
2 IEEE 1394 Controller Interface Headers........... (optional) 21
1 Parallel Port Connector ............................................. (Top) 23
1 Serial COM1 Port Connector .............................. (Bottom) 24
1 Serial COM2 Header ........................................................... 13
2 USB Port Connectors .......................................... (Bottom) 25
1 PS/2 Mouse Connector .............................................. (Top) 26
1 PS/2 Keyboard Connector ................................... (Bottom) 26
Audio 1 Game/MIDI Connector.............................................. (Top) 20
1 Line Out Connector ............................................. (Bottom) 20
1 Line In Connector................................................ (Bottom) 20
1 Line Microphone Connector ............................... (Bottom) 20
Network Features Realtek LAN Chip Controller ............................... (optional) 18
LAN (RJ-45) Connector ............................. (optional) (Top) 25
Wake-On-LAN Connector...................................................... 15
Hardware Monitoring Low Pin Count (LPC) Winbond Multi-I/O Chipset ................. 4
Power ATX Power Supply Connector ................................................. 6
ATX 12V Power Supply Connector ......................................... 6
Special Feature 1 iPanel AFPANEL Header ...................................................... 8
Form Factor MicroATX
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2. FEATURES
2.2.1 Component Locations
1
26 25
24
23
22
21
4
3
6
725
2. FEATURES
Component Locations
20
19 18
17
16
14
12
11
10 913
815
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3. HARDWARE SETUP
3.1 P4T-M Motherboard Layout
24.4cm (9.60in)
PS/2KBMS
T: Mouse B: Keyboard
Top:
Bottom:
RJ-45
Motherboard Layout
3. H/W SETUP
USB1 USB2
COM1
IEEE1394
Line Out
Line
In
Mic
In
GAME_AUDIO
SPDIFOUT
Realtek
RTL8139C
Audio Codec
PARALLEL PORT
1394HEAD2
VIDEO
1394HEAD3
1394
Physical
Layer
Chip
WOLCON
CD_IN
P4T-M
Socket 423
Intel 850
Memory
Controller
Hub (MCH)
Accelerated Graphics Port (AGP)
PCI1
AUX_CON
PCI2
PCI3
COM2
CPU_FAN
1394
Link
Layer
Chip
CR2032 3V Lithium Cell
CMOS Power
Multi
I/O
RIMMA2 (16/18 bit, 184-pin module)
RIMMA1 (16/18 bit, 184-pin module)
Intel I/O
Controller
Hub
(ICH2)
CLRTC
RIMMB2 (16/18 bit, 184-pin module)
RIMMB1 (16/18 bit, 184-pin module)
PWR_FAN
SECONDARY IDE
4Mbit
Firmware
Hub
CHA_FAN
USB2
IR
AFPANEL
IDELED
ATX12V
ATX Power Connector
24.4cm (9.6in)
FLOPPY
PRIMARY IDE
BUZZER
PANEL
Grayed components are available only on certain models at the time of purchase.
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3.2 Layout Contents
Expansion
1) RIMMA1/A2/B1/B2 p.17 184-Pin System Memory Support
2) CPU p.19 Central Processing Unit (CPU)
3) HEATSINK p.20 CPU Heatsink Retention Module Installation
3) PCI1/2/3 p.23 32-bit PCI Bus Expansion Slots
4) AGP 4X p.25 Accelerated Graphics Port (AGP 4X) Slot
Connectors
1) PS2KBMS p.26 PS/2 Mouse Connector (6 pin female)
2) PS2KBMS p.26 PS/2 Keyboard Connector (6 pin female)
3) PRINTER p.27 Parallel Port Connector (25 pin female)
4) COM1 p.27 Serial Port Connector (One 9 pin male)
5) USB p.28 Universal Serial Bus Ports (Two 4 pin female)
6) RJ45 p.28 Fast Ethernet Port Connector (optional)
7) IEEE 1394 p.28 IEEE-1394 Controller Con.(optional)(6 pin male)
8) GAME_AUDIO p.29 Joystick/MIDI Connector (15 pin female)
9) GAME_AUDIO p.29 Audio Port Connectors (Three 1/8 Female)
10) FLOPPY p.29 Floppy Disk Drive Connector (34-1pin)
11) PRIMAR Y/SECONDAR Y IDE p.30 Primary/Secondary IDE Connectors (Two 40-1 pin)
12) USB2 p.30 USB Header (10-1 pin)
13) IA p.31 Internal Audio (4 pin SPDIF_OUT, CD_IN, AUX)
14) 1394_CON p.31 IEEE-1394 Controller Header (optional)(Two 8 pin)
15) CPU_FAN, PWR_FAN p.32 CPU, PWR, CHA Fan Connectors (Three 3 pin) CHA_FAN
16) SPDIFO
17) WOLCON p.33 Wake-On-LAN Connector (3 pin)
18) IR p.34 Standard Infrared (SIR) Module Connector (5-pin IR)
19) AFPANEL p.34 iPanel Connector (24-1 pin)
20) A TXPWR, ATX12V p.35 ATX 12V Power Supply Connectors
21) IDELED p.35 IDE Activity LED (2-pin IDELED)
22) PWRLED (PANEL) p.36 System Power LED Lead (3 -1 pin)
23) KEYLOCK (PANEL) p.36 Keyboard Lock Switch Lead (2 pin)
24) SPEAKER (PANEL) p.36 System Warning Speaker Connector (4 pin)
25) MSG.LED (PANEL) p.36 System Message LED (2 pin)
UT p.33 Digital Audio Interface Connector (3 pin WOL)
Layout Contents
3. H/W SETUP
26) SMI (PANEL) p.36 System Management Interrupt Switch Lead (2 pin)
27) PWRSW (PANEL) p.36 ATX Power / Soft-Off Switch Lead (2 pin)
28) RESET (PANEL) p.36 Reset Switch Lead (2 pin)
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3.3 Getting Started
IMPORTANT: Due to Pentium 4 CPUs 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.
Before using your computer, you must complete the following steps:
Check Motherboard Settings
Install Memory Modules
Install the Central Processing Unit (CPU)
Install Expansion Cards
Connect Ribbon Cables, Panel Wires, and Power Supply
3. H/W SETUP
Getting Started
3. HARDWARE SETUP
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.
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.
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3.4 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 RDRAM x 1 (Rows 0&1)
C-RIMM (use when socket will not be populated)
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)
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.
3. When C-RIMMs are required, it is recommended that they be inserted into RIMMA2 and RIMMB2.
System Memory
3. H/W SETUP
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. HARDWARE SETUP
3.4.1 Installing Memory
The memory module (RIMM/C-RIMM) will fit in only one orientation.
IMPORTANT: Do not touch the memory module’s connectors. Handle the mod-
ule only by the edges.
P4T-M
3. H/W SETUP
System Memory
P4T-M 184-Pin RIMM Sockets
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.
EJECTOR
RDRAM (with heat spreader)MOUNTING NOTCH
RIBS (inside socket)
RIMM Sockets
NOTCH KEYS
(TOP VIEW)
RIMM with Heat Spreader
C-RIMM
CONNECTORS
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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3.5 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
Gold Arrow
®
P4T
P4T-M Socket 423
Gold Arrow
3.5.1 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.
CPU
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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.
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Heatskink
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3.5.2 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.
Heatsink
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WARNING! Be sure that there is sufficient air circulation across the
processors 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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3.6 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.
3.6.1 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.
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3.6.2 Assigning IRQs for Expansion Cards
Some expansion cards need an IRQ to operate. Generally , an IRQ must be exclusively assigned to one use. In a standard design, there are 16 IRQs available but most of them are already in use, leaving 6 IRQs free for expansion cards. If your motherboard has PCI audio onboard, an additional IRQ will be used. If your motherboard also
has MIDI enabled, another IRQ will be used, leaving 4 IRQs free.
Standard Interrupt Assignments
IRQ Priority Standard Function
0 1 System Timer 1 2 Keyboard Controller 2 N/A Programmable Interrupt 3* 11 Communications Port (COM2) 4* 12 Communications Port (COM1) 5* 13 Sound Card (sometimes LPT2)
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6 14 Floppy Disk Controller 7* 15 Printer Port (LPT1) 8 3 System CMOS/Real Time Clock 9* 4 ACPI Mode when enabled 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.
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Interrupt Request Table for this Motherboard
INT-A INT-B INT-C INT-D INT-E INT-F INT-G INT-H
PCI slot 1 —— ———shared —— PCI slot 2 ——————used PCI slot 3 ———————shared AGP slot used ——————— USB HC0 ———used —— —— USB HC1 ———————shared SMB shared —————— AC97 shared —————— LAN —————shared —— IEEE 1394 ——used ——— ——
IMPORTANT: If using PCI cards on shared slots, make sure that the drivers support
Share IRQ or that the cards do not need IRQ assignments. Conflicts will arise between the two PCI groups that will make the system unstable or cards inoperable.
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3.6.3 Accelerated Graphics Port (AGP 4X)
This motherboard provides an accelerated graphics port (AGP 4X) to support a new generation of AGP graphics cards with ultra-high memory bandwidth.
P4T-M
P4T-M Accelerated Graphics Port (AGP)
IMPORTANT: Only 1.5V AGP cards are supported. ASUS® AGP 4X cards are
rated for both 1.5 and 3.3 Volts. Early AGP cards only operate at 3.3 volts and will not fit properly into the new AGP 4X slots. See examples of both types below:
An early 3.3V AGP card:
Do not use.
A new 1.5 / 3.3V AGP card:
OKAY to use.
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3.7 External Connectors
WARNING! Some pins are used for connectors or power sources. These are
clearly distinguished from jumpers in the Motherboard Layout. Placing jumper caps over these connector pins will cause damage to your motherboard.
IMPORTANT: Ribbon cables should always be connected with the red stripe to
Pin 1 on the connectors. Pin 1 is usually on the side closest to the power connec­tor on hard drives and CD-ROM drives, but may be on the opposite side on floppy disk drives. Check the connectors before installation because there may be exceptions. IDE ribbon cables must be less than 46 cm (18 in.), with the second drive connector no more than 15 cm (6 in.) from the first connector.
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Connectors
1) PS/2 Mouse Connector (Green 6-pin PS2KBMS)
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The system will direct IRQ12 to the PS/2 mouse if one is detected. If one is not detected, expansion cards can use IRQ12. See PS/2 Mouse Function Control in 4.4 Advanced Menu.
PS/2 Mouse (6-pin female)
2) PS/2 Keyboard Connector (Purple 6-pin PS2KBMS) This connection is for a standard keyboard using an PS/2 plug (mini DIN). This connector will not allow standard AT size (large DIN) keyboard plugs. You may use a DIN to mini DIN adapter on standard AT keyboards.
PS/2 Keyboard (6-pin female)
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3) Parallel Port Connector (Burgundy 25-pin PRINTER) You can enable the parallel port and choose the IRQ through Onboard Parallel Port (see 4.4.2 I/O Device Configuration). NOTE: Serial printers must be connected to the serial port.
Parallel (Printer) Port (25-pin female)
4) Serial Port Connectors (Teal/Turquoise 9-pin COM1, 10-1 pin COM2)
One serial port is ready for a mouse or other serial devices. A second serial header is available using a serial port bracket connected from the motherboard to an expansion slot opening. See Onboard Serial Port 1/2 in 4.4.2 I/O Device Configuration for settings.
Connectors
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COM 1
Serial Port (9-pin male)
P4T-M
P4T-M Serial COM2 Bracket
COM2
PIN 1
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