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Notices ................................................................................................ vi
Safety information ............................................................................. vii
About this guide ............................................................................... viii
P5MT Series specifications summary ................................................... x
A.4.1P5MT model ............................................................ A-4
A.4.2P5MT/SCSI model ................................................... A-5
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Notices
Federal Communications Commission StatementFederal Communications Commission Statement
Federal Communications Commission Statement
Federal Communications Commission StatementFederal Communications Commission Statement
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to
the following two conditions:
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This device may not cause harmful interference, and
•
This device must accept any interference received including interference
that may cause undesired operation.
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a
Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are
designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a
residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio
frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with
manufacturer’s instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio
communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not
occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful
interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by
turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct
the interference by one or more of the following measures:
•
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
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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
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Safety information
Electrical safetyElectrical safety
Electrical safety
Electrical safetyElectrical safety
•
To prevent electrical shock hazard, disconnect the power cable from the
electrical outlet before relocating the system.
•
When adding or removing devices to or from the system, ensure that the
power cables for the devices are unplugged before the signal cables are
connected. If possible, disconnect all power cables from the existing
system before you add a device.
•
Before connecting or removing signal cables from the motherboard,
ensure that all power cables are unplugged.
•
Seek professional assistance before using an adapter or extension cord.
These devices could interrupt the grounding circuit.
•
Make sure that your power supply is set to the correct voltage in your
area. If you are not sure about the voltage of the electrical outlet you are
using, contact your local power company.
•
If the power supply is broken, do not try to fix it by yourself. Contact a
qualified service technician or your retailer.
Operation safetyOperation safety
Operation safety
Operation safetyOperation safety
•
Before installing the motherboard and adding devices on it, carefully read
all the manuals that came with the package.
•
Before using the product, make sure all cables are correctly connected
and the power cables are not damaged. If you detect any damage,
contact your dealer immediately.
•
To avoid short circuits, keep paper clips, screws, and staples away from
connectors, slots, sockets and circuitry.
•
Avoid dust, humidity, and temperature extremes. Do not place the
product in any area where it may become wet.
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Place the product on a stable surface.
•
If you encounter technical problems with the product, contact a qualified
service technician or your retailer.
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About this guide
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
Dual-channel memory architecture
4 x 240-pin DIMM sockets support unbuffered
ECC/non-ECC DDR2-533/667 memory modules
Supports 256 MB up to 8 GB system memory
1 x PCI Express x16 slot (x8 link, PCI Express 1.0a)
1 x PCI-X 100 MHz/64-bit slot (PCI-X 1.0)
(supports Zero-Channel RAID card, colored green on
P5MT/SCSI model)
1 x
PCI-X 100 MHz/64-bit slot (PCI-X 1.0)
1 x PCI 33 MHz/32-bit/5V slot (PCI 2.3)
1 x mini-PCI socket for ASUS® Server Management Board
StorageStorage
Storage
StorageStorage
P5MTP5MT
P5MT
P5MTP5MT
P5MT/SCSIP5MT/SCSI
P5MT/SCSI
P5MT/SCSIP5MT/SCSI
*Important notes:*Important notes:
*Important notes:
*Important notes:*Important notes:
•A PCI Express x16 graphics card inserted to the PCI Express x16 slot
•For P5MT model: When one PCI-X slot is occupied, the PCI-X
•For P5MT/SCSI model: When one PCI-X slot is occupied, the PCI-X
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ICH7R Southbridge supports:
- 2 x Ultra ATA 100/66/33 hard disk drives
- 4 x SATA-300 hard disk drives with RAID
functionality using the Intel® Matrix Storage
Manager or IMSM (RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 10, and
software RAID 5), or the LSI Logic Embedded SATA
RAID controller (RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 10)
PS/2 keyboard port (purple)
PS/2 mouse port (green)
2 x USB 2.0 ports
Printer port
Serial port (COM1)
VGA port
2 x LAN (RJ-45) ports
Floppy disk drive connector
IDE connector
4 x Serial ATA connectors
2 x CPU fan connectors
4 x system fan
24-pin SSI power connector
8-pin ATX 12V power connector
USB 2.0 connectors
Backplane SMBus connector
Power SMBus connector
System panel connector
Auxiliary panel connector
Hard disk activity LED connector
Ambient thermal sensor connector
Serial port (COM2) connector
Chassis intrusion connector
ASUS server management (BMC) connector
Ultra-320 SCSI connector
(P5MT/SCSI model only)
controller
controller
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
ATX form factor: 12 in x 9.8 in (30.5 cm x 24.9 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.
The motherboard comes with a 775-pin surface mount Land Grid Array
(LGA) socket designed for the Intel® Pentium® 4 processor in the 775-land
package. The motherboard supports the Intel® Pentium® 4 processor with
1066/800/533 MHz Front Side Bus (FSB). The motherboard also supports
the Intel® Hyper-Threading Technology and is fully compatible with Intel
05B/05A or 04B/04A processors. See page 2-7 for details.
IntelIntel
Intel
IntelIntel
The motherboard supports Intel® Pentium® 4 CPUs with the Intel® EM64T
(Extended Memory 64 Technology). The Intel
computer to run on 64-bit operating systems and access larger amounts of
system memory for faster and more efficient computing. See the Appendix
for details.
Enhanced Intel SpeedStepEnhanced Intel SpeedStep
Enhanced Intel SpeedStep
Enhanced Intel SpeedStepEnhanced Intel SpeedStep
The Enhanced Intel SpeedStep® Technology (EIST) intelligently manages
the CPU resources by automatically adjusting the CPU voltage and core
frequency depending on the CPU loading and system speed or power
requirement. See page 4-21 and the Appendix for details.
Product highlightsProduct highlights
Product highlights
Product highlightsProduct highlights
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EM64T EM64T
EM64T
EM64T EM64T
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EM64T feature allows your
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Technology (EIST) Technology (EIST)
Technology (EIST)
Technology (EIST) Technology (EIST)
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IntelIntel
Intel
IntelIntel
The Intel® E7230 Memory Controller Hub (MCH) and the Intel
controller hub) provide the vital interfaces for the motherboard.
The MCH provides the processor, dual-channel DDR2-533/667 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, USB 2.0, and SATA among others.
DDR2-667 memory support DDR2-667 memory support
DDR2-667 memory support
DDR2-667 memory support DDR2-667 memory support
The motherboard supports DDR2 memory which features data transfer rates
of up to 667 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 10.7 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 2-17 for details.
The LSI53C1020A PCI-X SCSI controller is onboard to support one 68-pin
Ultra320 SCSI connector, that can connect up to 15 SCSI devices. See
page 2-27 and Chapter 5 for details.
The motherboard comes with a PCI-X slot (green slot in P5MT/SCSI model)
that supports an optional Zero-Channel RAID card. The Zero-Channel RAID
card allows you to create all types of RAID configurations for your storage
devices. The ZCR capability provides a cost-effective, high-performance,
and added reliability for your server system.
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 Gigabit LAN controllers use the PCI Express interface and could
achieve network throughput close to Gigabit bandwidth. See page 2-23 for
details.
(P5MT/SCSI model only) (P5MT/SCSI model only)
(P5MT/SCSI model only)
(P5MT/SCSI model only) (P5MT/SCSI model only)
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Serial ATA II technology Serial ATA II technology
Serial ATA II technology
Serial ATA II technology Serial ATA II technology
The motherboard supports the Serial ATA II technology through the Serial
ATA interfaces controlled by the Intel® ICH7R. The SATA specification allows
for thinner, more flexible cables with lower pin count, reduced voltage
requirement, and up to 300 MB/s data transfer rate.
Built-in SATA RAID solutionBuilt-in SATA RAID solution
Built-in SATA RAID solution
Built-in SATA RAID solutionBuilt-in SATA RAID solution
The Intel® ICH7R allows RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 0+1, and software RAID 5
configuration for SATA hard disk drives via the Intel
Manager or the LSI Logic Embedded SATA RAID Setup Utility (no RAID 5).
See page 2-25 and Chapter 5 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 2-23 and 2-26 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 4-31 for details.
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CrashFree BIOS 2 CrashFree BIOS 2
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.
ASUS Smart Fan technologyASUS Smart Fan technology
ASUS Smart Fan technology
ASUS Smart Fan technologyASUS Smart Fan technology
The ASUS Smart Fan technology smartly adjusts the fan speeds according
to the system loading to ensure quiet, cool, and efficient operation.
See page 4-31 for details.
ASUS MyLogo2™ ASUS MyLogo2™
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 4-34 for
details.
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.
information
Hardware
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2.1Before you proceed .............................................................. 2-1
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.
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Standby
Power
OFF
Powered
Off
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2.2Motherboard 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
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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2.2.12.2.1
Placement directionPlacement direction
Placement direction
Placement directionPlacement direction
When installing the motherboard, make sure that you place it into the
chassis in the correct orientation. The edge with external ports goes to the
rear part of the chassis as indicated in the image below.
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Screw holesScrew holes
Screw holes
Screw holesScrew holes
Place nine (9) screws into the holes indicated by circles to secure the
motherboard to the chassis.
Do not overtighten the screws! Doing so can damage the motherboard.
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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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2.3Central Processing Unit (CPU)
The motherboard comes with a surface mount LGA775 socket designed for
the Intel® Pentium® 4 processor in the 775-land package
•
Upon purchase of the motherboard, make sure that the PnP cap is
on the socket and the socket contacts are not bent. Contact your
retailer immediately if the PnP cap is missing, or if you see any
damage to the PnP cap/socket contacts/motherboard components.
ASUS will shoulder the cost of repair only if the damage is shipment/
transit-related.
•
Keep the cap after installing the motherboard. ASUS will process
Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) requests only if the
motherboard comes with the cap on the LGA775 socket.
•The product warranty does not cover damage to the socket
contacts resulting from incorrect CPU installation/removal, or
misplacement/loss/incorrect removal of the PnP cap.
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2.3.12.3.1
Installing the CPUInstalling the CPU
Installing the CPU
Installing the CPUInstalling the CPU
To install a CPU:
1.Locate the CPU socket on the motherboard.
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Before installing the CPU, make sure that the cam box is facing towards
you and the load lever is on your left.
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2.Press the load lever with your thumb (A), then move it to the left (B)
until it is released from the retention tab.
Retention tabRetention tab
Retention tab
Retention tabRetention tab
A
PnP capPnP cap
PnP cap
Load leverLoad lever
Load lever
Load leverLoad lever
PnP capPnP cap
To prevent damage to the socket pins, do not remove the PnP cap
unless you are installing a CPU.
3.Lift the load lever in the
direction of the arrow to a 135º
angle.
4.Lift the load plate with your
thumb and forefinger to a 100º
angle (A), then push the PnP cap
from the load plate window to
remove (B).
B
This side of theThis side of the
This side of the
This side of theThis side of the
socket box shouldsocket box should
socket box should
socket box shouldsocket box should
face you.face you.
face you.
face you.face you.
B
A
5.Position the CPU over
the socket, making sure
that the gold triangle is
on the bottom-left
corner of the socket.
The socket alignment
key should fit into the
CPU notch.
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Load plate
Load plateLoad plate
Alignment keyAlignment key
Alignment key
Alignment keyAlignment key
Gold triangle markGold triangle mark
Gold triangle mark
Gold triangle markGold triangle mark
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The CPU fits in only one correct orientation. DO NOT force the CPU into
the socket to prevent bending the connectors on the socket and
damaging the CPU!
6.Close the load plate (A), then
push the load lever (B) until
it snaps into the retention
tab.
The motherboard supports Intel® Pentium® 4 LGA775 processors with
the Intel® Enhanced Memory 64 Technology (EM64T), Enhanced Intel
SpeedStep® Technology (EIST), and Hyper-Threading Technology. Refer
to the Appendix for more information on these CPU features.
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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® Pentium® 4 LGA775 processor requires a specially designed
heatsink and fan assembly to ensure optimum thermal condition and
performance.
•
When you buy a boxed Intel® Pentium® 4 processor, the package
includes the CPU fan and heatsink assembly. If you buy a CPU
separately, make sure that you use only Intel®-certified
multi-directional heatsink and fan.
•
Your Intel® Pentium® 4 LGA775 heatsink and fan assembly comes in
a push-pin design and requires no tool to install.
•
If you purchased a separate CPU heatsink and fan assembly, make
sure that you have properly applied Thermal Interface Material to the
CPU heatsink or CPU before you install the heatsink and fan
assembly.
Make sure that you have installed the motherboard to the chassis before
you install the CPU fan and heatsink assembly.
To install the CPU heatsink and fan:
1.Place the heatsink on top of
the installed CPU, making sure
that the four fasteners match
the holes on the motherboard.
Orient the heatsink and fan
assembly such that the CPU
fan cable is closest to the
CPU fan connector.
Narrow endNarrow end
Narrow end
Narrow endNarrow end
of the grooveof the groove
of the groove
of the grooveof the groove
Motherboard holeMotherboard hole
Motherboard hole
Motherboard holeMotherboard hole
FastenerFastener
Fastener
FastenerFastener
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Make sure to orient each fastener with the narrow end of the groove
pointing outward. (The photo shows the groove shaded for emphasis.)
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2.Push down two fasteners at a
time in a diagonal sequence to
secure the heatsink and fan
assembly in place.
B
A
A
A
B
B
A
B
3.Connect the CPU fan cable to the connector on the motherboard
labeled CPU_FAN.
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CPU_FAN2
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FANPWR2
GND
P5MT Series CPU fan connectors
Do not forget to connect the CPU fan connector! Hardware monitoring
errors can occur if you fail to plug this connector.
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Uninstalling the CPU heatsink and fanUninstalling the CPU heatsink and fan
Uninstalling the CPU heatsink and fan
Uninstalling the CPU heatsink and fanUninstalling the CPU heatsink and fan
To uninstall the CPU heatsink and fan:
1.Disconnect the CPU fan cable
from the connector on the
motherboard.
2.Rotate each fastener
counterclockwise.
3.Pull up two fasteners at a time
in a diagonal sequence to
disengage the heatsink and fan
assembly from the
motherboard.
B
A
A
A
B
B
A
4.Carefully remove the heatsink
and fan assembly from the
motherboard.
B
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2.4System memory
2.4.12.4.1
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OverviewOverview
Overview
OverviewOverview
The motherboard comes with four 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:
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Memory configurations
Memory configurationsMemory configurations
112 Pins128 Pins
DIMM_A1
DIMM_A2
DIMM_B1
DIMM_B2
You may install 256 MB, 512 MB, 1 GB, and 2 GB unbuffered ECC or
non-ECC DDR2-533/667 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.
•When installing one or two DIMMs, install the DIMM(s) to the blue
slots (DIMM_A2/DIMM_B2).
•Three DDR DIMMs intalled into any three memory sockets will
function in single-channel mode.
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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.
2
DDR2 DIMM notchDDR2 DIMM notch
DDR2 DIMM notch
3
1
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.
2.4.42.4.4
2.4.4
2.4.42.4.4
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.
2
1
DDR2 DIMM notchDDR2 DIMM notch
DDR2 DIMM notch
1
DDR2 DIMM notchDDR2 DIMM notch
2.Remove the DIMM from the socket.
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2.5Expansion 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.
2.5.12.5.1
2.5.1
2.5.12.5.1
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.
2.5.22.5.2
2.5.2
2.5.22.5.2
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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2.5.3
2.5.32.5.3
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
01System Timer
12Keyboard Controller
2—Re-direct to IRQ#9
311Communications Port (COM2)*
412Communications Port (COM1)*
513IRQ holder for PCI steering*
614Floppy Disk Controller
715Printer Port (LPT1)*
83System CMOS/Real Time Clock
94IRQ holder for PCI steering*
105IRQ holder for PCI steering*
116IRQ holder for PCI steering*
127PS/2 Compatible Mouse Port*
138Numeric Data Processor
149Primary IDE Channel
1510Secondary 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
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2.5.42.5.4
2.5.4
2.5.42.5.4
The PCI and PCI-X slots support cards such as a LAN card, SCSI card, USB
card, and other cards that comply with PCI/PCI-X specifications.
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
When installing an optional ZCR card, install the card on PCI_X2 slot
(colored green on P5MT/SCSI model).
2.5.52.5.5
2.5.5
2.5.52.5.5
This motherboard supports PCI
Express x16 I/O, and graphic cards
that comply with the PCI Express
specifications. The following figure
shows a graphics card installed on the
PCI Express x16 slot.
PCI Express x16 slotPCI Express x16 slot
PCI Express x16 slot
PCI Express x16 slotPCI Express x16 slot
A PCI Express graphics card may run only at x1 speed due to chipset
limitation. PCI Express I/O cards may only run at x8 or x4 speed.
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2.6Jumpers
The grayed out components in the illustrations may not be present in
certain models.
1.1.
Clear RTC RAM (CLRTC1)Clear RTC RAM (CLRTC1)
1.
Clear RTC RAM (CLRTC1)
1.1.
Clear RTC RAM (CLRTC1)Clear RTC RAM (CLRTC1)
This jumper allows you to clear the Real Time Clock (RTC) RAM in
CMOS. You can clear the CMOS memory of date, time, and system
setup parameters by erasing the CMOS RTC RAM data. The onboard
button cell battery powers the RAM data in CMOS, which include
system setup information such as system passwords.
To erase the RTC RAM:
1.Turn OFF the computer and unplug the power cord.
2.Remove the onboard battery.
3.Move the jumper cap from pins 1-2 (default) to pins 2-3. Keep the
cap on pins 2-3 for about 5~10 seconds, then move the cap back
to pins 1-2.
4.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!
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Clear CMOS
P5MT Series Clear RTC RAM
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Normal
(Default)
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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)
2.
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.
USB device wake-up (3-pin USBPW12, USBPW34)USB device wake-up (3-pin USBPW12, USBPW34)
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).
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USBPW34
12
23
23
P5MT 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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Keyboard power (3-pin KBPWR1)Keyboard power (3-pin KBPWR1)
4.
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.
RAID controller selection (3-pin RAID_SEL1)RAID controller selection (3-pin RAID_SEL1)
This jumper allows you to select the RAID configuration utility to use when
you create disk arrays. Place the jumper caps over pins 1-2 if you want to
use the LSI Logic Embedded SATA RAID Setup Utility (default);
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otherwise, place the jumper caps to pins 2-3 to use the Intel
This jumper allows you to enable or disable the onboard LSI
53C1020A PCI-X SCSI controller. Set to pins 1-2 to activate the SCSI
feature, and support RAID configurations.
Force BIOS recovery setting (3-pin RECOVERY1)Force BIOS recovery setting (3-pin RECOVERY1)
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.
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1
2
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P5MT Series BIOS recovery setting
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2.7Connectors
2.7.12.7.1
2.7.1
2.7.12.7.1
1.1.
PS/2 mouse port (green).PS/2 mouse port (green).
1.
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.
Parallel port.Parallel port.
2.
Parallel port. This 25-pin port connects a parallel printer, a scanner,
2.2.
Parallel port.Parallel port.
Rear panel connectorsRear panel connectors
Rear panel connectors
Rear panel connectorsRear panel connectors
1
3
2
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or other devices.
3.3.
PS/2 keyboard port (purple).PS/2 keyboard port (purple).
3.
PS/2 keyboard port (purple). This port is for a PS/2 keyboard.
3.3.
PS/2 keyboard port (purple).PS/2 keyboard port (purple).
4.4.
USB 2.0 ports 1 and 2.USB 2.0 ports 1 and 2.
4.
USB 2.0 ports 1 and 2. These two 4-pin Universal Serial Bus
4.4.
USB 2.0 ports 1 and 2.USB 2.0 ports 1 and 2.
(USB) ports are available for connecting USB 2.0 devices.
5.5.
Serial (COM1) portSerial (COM1) port
5.
Serial (COM1) port. This 9-pin communication port is for pointing
5.5.
Serial (COM1) portSerial (COM1) port
devices or other serial devices.
6.6.
VGA port.VGA port.
6.
VGA port. This port is for a VGA monitor or other VGA-compatible
Gigabit LAN1 (RJ-45) port. This ports allow Gigabit connection
7.7.
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.
Gigabit LAN2 (RJ-45) port. This ports allow Gigabit connection
8.8.
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.
Floppy disk drive connector (34-1 pin FLOPPY1)Floppy disk drive connector (34-1 pin FLOPPY1)
1.
Floppy disk drive connector (34-1 pin FLOPPY1)
1.1.
Floppy disk drive connector (34-1 pin FLOPPY1)Floppy disk drive connector (34-1 pin FLOPPY1)
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.
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PIN 1
NOTE: Orient the red markings on
the floppy ribbon cable to PIN 1.
P5MT Series Floppy disk drive connector
2.2.
Primary IDE connector (40-1 pin PRI_IDE1)Primary IDE connector (40-1 pin PRI_IDE1)
2.
Primary IDE connector (40-1 pin PRI_IDE1)
2.2.
Primary IDE connector (40-1 pin PRI_IDE1)Primary IDE connector (40-1 pin PRI_IDE1)
This connector is for an Ultra ATA100/66/33 signal cable. The Ultra
ATA 100/66/33 signal cable has three connectors: a blue connector for
the primary IDE connector on the motherboard, a black connector for an
Ultra ATA 100/66/33 IDE slave device (optical drive/hard disk drive),
and a gray connector for an Ultra ATA 100/66/33 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 ATA cable connector. This prevents incorrect insertion when
you connect the IDE cable.
•Use the 80-conductor IDE cable for Ultra ATA 100/66/33 IDE devices.
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PRI_IDE1
PIN 1
NOTE: Orient the red markings
(usually zigzag) on the IDE
ribbon cable to PIN 1.
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3.3.
Serial ATA connectors (7-pin SATA1, SATA2, SATA3, SATA4)Serial ATA connectors (7-pin SATA1, SATA2, SATA3, SATA4)
3.
Serial ATA connectors (7-pin SATA1, SATA2, SATA3, SATA4)
3.3.
Serial ATA connectors (7-pin SATA1, SATA2, SATA3, SATA4)Serial ATA connectors (7-pin SATA1, SATA2, SATA3, SATA4)
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,
RAID 1, RAID 0+1, and software RAID 5 configuration using the Intel
Matrix Storage Technology or RAID 0, RAID 1 and RAID 0+1
configuration using the LSI MegaRAID® utility embedded on the Intel
ICH7R Southbridge.
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These connectors are set
IDE IDE
IDE mode by default. In
IDE IDE
connect Serial ATA boot/data hard disk drives to these connectors. If
you intend to create a Serial ATA RAID set using these connectors, set
Configure SATA asConfigure SATA as
the
Configure SATA as
Configure SATA asConfigure SATA as
item in the BIOS to [RAID]. See section
“4.3.4 IDE Configuration” for details.
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RSATA_RXN4
RSATA_TXP3
RSATA_TXN3
RSATA_RXP3
RSATA_RXN3
P5MT Series 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
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before using Serial ATA hard disk drives. The Serial ATA RAID
feature (RAID 0/RAID 1) is available only if you are using Windows
2000/2003.
IDE IDE
IDE mode, you can
IDE IDE
GND
RSATA_TXP2
RSATA_TXN2
GND
RSATA_RXP2
RSATA_RXN2
GND
GND
RSATA_TXP1
RSATA_TXN1
GND
RSATA_RXP1
RSATA_RXN1
GND
SATA2
SATA1
SATA4
GND
GND
GND
SATA3
GND
GND
GND
2000 Service Pack 4 or Windows® 2003
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•Use only two Serial ATA RAID connectors for each RAID 0 or RAID 1
set.
•When using the connectors in
IDE IDE
IDE mode, connect the primary (boot)
IDE IDE
hard disk drive to the SATA1 or SATA2 connector. Refer to the table
below for the recommended SATA hard disk drive connections.
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
SATA1/SATA2SATA1/SATA2
SATA1/SATA2
SATA1/SATA2SATA1/SATA2
SATA3/SATA4SATA3/SATA4
SATA3/SATA4
SATA3/SATA4SATA3/SATA4
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Setting
SettingSetting
MasterMaster
Master
MasterMaster
SlaveSlave
Slave
SlaveSlave
UseUse
Use
UseUse
Boot diskBoot disk
Boot disk
Boot diskBoot disk
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Data disk
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4.4.
Hard disk activity LED connector (4-pin HDLED1)Hard disk activity LED connector (4-pin HDLED1)
4.
Hard disk activity LED connector (4-pin HDLED1)
4.4.
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.
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5.5.
USB connector (10-1 pin USB34)USB connector (10-1 pin USB34)
5.
USB connector (10-1 pin USB34)
5.5.
USB connector (10-1 pin USB34)USB connector (10-1 pin USB34)
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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.
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USB_P3-
USB_P3+
GND
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USB34
GND
P5MT Series USB 2.0 connector
The USB port module is purchased separately.
USB+5V
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This motherboard comes with the LSI53C1020A PCI-X SCSI U320
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.
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SCSI 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 320MB/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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Serial port connector (10-1 pin COM2)Serial port connector (10-1 pin COM2)
7.
Serial port connector (10-1 pin COM2)
7.7.
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. The serial port module is
purchased separately.
If you want additional thermal monitoring, connect the thermal sensor
cable with thermistor (of 1ºK or at 25ºC, B=3435) to this connector.
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SYS-THEAMAL2GND
TRPWR1
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10.10.
CPU and system fan connectors (3-pin CPU_FAN1/2,CPU and system fan connectors (3-pin CPU_FAN1/2,
10.
CPU and system fan connectors (3-pin CPU_FAN1/2,
10.10.
CPU and system fan connectors (3-pin CPU_FAN1/2,CPU and system 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!
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.
Power supply SMBus connector (5-pin PSUSMB1)Power supply SMBus connector (5-pin PSUSMB1)
This connector is for the power supply SMB cable, if your power
supply supports the SMBus function.
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PSUSMB1
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13.13.
SSI SSI
13.
13.13.
power connectors (24-pin ATXPWR1,power connectors (24-pin ATXPWR1,
SSI
power connectors (24-pin ATXPWR1,
SSI SSI
power connectors (24-pin ATXPWR1,power connectors (24-pin ATXPWR1,
8 8
8
8 8
-pin -pin
ATX12V2ATX12V2
-pin
ATX12V2
-pin -pin
ATX12V2ATX12V2
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 450 W is recommended for
a fully-configured system.
•By default, four ATX12V2 connector pins are covered to prevent
incorrent insertion of a 4-pin ATX +12V power plug. Remove this
cover when using a PSU with an 8-pin ATX +12V power plug.
•Do not forget to connect the 4-pin or 8-pin ATX +12 V power plug;
otherwise, the system will not boot up.
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•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.
ATXPWR1
24-pin Power Connector
+3 Volts
Ground
ATX12V2
GND+12V DC
GND
GND
+12V DC
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+3 Volts
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P5MT Series ATX power connectors
Ground
+5 Volts
+5 Volts
Ground
Ground
Power OK
+5V Standby
+12 Volts
+12 Volts
Ground
Ground
-5 Volts
Ground
+5 Volts
+5 Volts
+5 Volts
Ground
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GND
+12V DC
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)
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)
This 2-pin connector is for the chassis-mounted reset button for
system reboot without turning off the system power.
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LAN2
MLED-GND
NCPOWERBTN#
+5VGND
POWERLED+HDLED+
GNDHDLED-
POWERLED-
MLED+NMIBTN#
PANEL1
P5MT Series System panel connector
The system panel connector is color-coded for easy connection.
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)
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 (2-pin CHASSIS)Chassis intrusion (2-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.
Front panel SMBFront panel SMB
Front panel SMB
Front panel SMBFront panel SMB
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LAN2
AUX_PANEL1
P5MT Series Auxiliary panel connector
I2C_4_CLK#
NC
PIN1
+5VSB
CASEOPEN
ChassisChassis
Chassis
ChassisChassis
intrusionintrusion
intrusion
intrusionintrusion
LAN activity LEDLAN activity LED
LAN activity LED
LAN activity LEDLAN activity LED
I2C_4_DATA#LOCATORLED1+
+5VSBLOCATORLED1-
LAN1_LINKACTLED+LOCATORBTN#
GNDGND
LAN1_LINKACTLED-GND
LAN2_LINKACTLED-LOCATORLED2-
LAN2_LINKACTLED+LOCATORLED2+
Locator LEDLocator LED
Locator LED
Locator LEDLocator LED
and switchand switch
and switch
and switchand switch
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Chapter 2: Hardware information
Chapter 2: Hardware informationChapter 2: Hardware information
This chapter describes the power up
sequence, and ways of shutting down
the system.
Powering up
3
Chapter summary
3
3.1Starting up for the first time................................................ 3-1
3.2Powering off the computer .................................................. 3-2
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3.1Starting 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 beepKeyboard controller error
Two continuous beeps followed byFloppy controller failure
two short beeps
Two continuous beeps followed byHardware 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
3.2.1
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
3.2.23.2.2
3.2.2
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 “4.5 Power Menu” 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
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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
4
Chapter summary
4
4.1Managing and updating your BIOS ........................................ 4-1
4.2BIOS setup program ........................................................... 4-10
4.3Main menu .......................................................................... 4-13
4.4Advanced menu .................................................................. 4-18
4.5Power menu ........................................................................ 4-28
4.6Boot menu .......................................................................... 4-33
4.7Exit menu ........................................................................... 4-38
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4.1Managing 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
1.
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
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
3.
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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4.1.1
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
My
MyMy
c.Select the 3 1/2 Floppy Drive icon.
d.Click
e.
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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4.1.24.1.2
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 the 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))
Copyright (C) 2002 American Megatrends, Inc. All rights reserved.
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 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] /pbnc
where [filename] is the latest or the original BIOS file on the bootable
floppy disk.
A:\>afudos /iP5MT.rom
Use the appropriate BIOS file depending on your motherboard model
(e.g. P5MT.ROM or P5MTSCSI.ROM)
4.The utility verifies the file and starts updating the BIOS.
A:\>afudos /iP5MT.ROM
AMI Firmware Update Utility - Version 1.19(ASUS V2.07(03.11.24BB))
Copyright (C) 2002 American Megatrends, Inc. All rights reserved.
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 /iP5MT.ROM
AMI Firmware Update Utility - Version 1.19(ASUS V2.07(03.11.24BB))
Copyright (C) 2002 American Megatrends, Inc. All rights reserved.
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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4.1.34.1.3
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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.
P5MT.ROMP5MT.ROM
P5MT.ROM or
P5MT.ROMP5MT.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
P5MTSCSI.ROMP5MTSCSI.ROM
P5MTSCSI.ROM.
P5MTSCSI.ROMP5MTSCSI.ROM
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 “P5MT.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 “P5MT.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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Chapter 4: BIOS setup
Chapter 4: BIOS setupChapter 4: BIOS setup
4.1.44.1.4
4.1.4
4.1.44.1.4
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.
Installing ASUS UpdateInstalling ASUS Update
Installing ASUS Update
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 InternetUpdating the BIOS through the Internet
Updating the BIOS through the Internet
Updating the BIOS through the InternetUpdating the BIOS through the Internet
To update the BIOS through the Internet:
®
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.
Updating the BIOS through a BIOS fileUpdating the BIOS through a BIOS file
Updating the BIOS through a BIOS file
Updating the BIOS through a BIOS fileUpdating the BIOS through a BIOS file
To update the BIOS through a BIOS file:
®
1.Launch the ASUS Update utility from the Windows
clicking
ASUSUpdateASUSUpdate
ASUSUpdate. The ASUS Update main window appears.
ASUSUpdateASUSUpdate
Start Start
Start >
Start Start
Programs Programs
Programs >
Programs Programs
ASUS ASUS
ASUS >
ASUS ASUS
ASUSUpdate ASUSUpdate
ASUSUpdate >
ASUSUpdate ASUSUpdate
desktop by
2.Select
file file
file option from the drop-down
file file
menu, then click
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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4.2BIOS setup program
This motherboard supports a programmable firmware chip that you can
update using the provided utility described in section
updating your BIOS.”
Use the BIOS Setup program when you are installing a motherboard,
reconfiguring your system, or prompted to “Run Setup”. This section
explains how to configure your system using this utility.
Even if you are not prompted to use the Setup program, you can change
the configuration of your computer in the future. For example, you can
enable the security password feature or change the power management
settings. This requires you to reconfigure your system using the BIOS
Setup program so that the computer can recognize these changes and
record them in the CMOS RAM of the firmware hub.
The firmware hub on the motherboard stores the Setup utility. When you
start up the computer, the system provides you with the opportunity to
run this program. Press <Del>
during the Power-On-Self-Test (POST) to
enter the Setup utility; otherwise, POST continues with its test routines.
“
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 “4.7 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.
LoadLoad
Load
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4.2.1
4.2.14.2.1
BIOS menu screenBIOS menu screen
BIOS menu screen
BIOS menu screenBIOS menu screen
Menu itemsMenu items
Menu items
Menu itemsMenu items
Main Advanced Power Boot Exit
System Time[11:10:19]
System Date[Thu 06/17/2005]
Legacy Diskette A[1.44M, 3.5 in]
IDE Configuration
System Information
Sub-menu itemsSub-menu items
Sub-menu items
Sub-menu itemsSub-menu items
4.2.24.2.2
4.2.2
4.2.24.2.2
Menu barMenu bar
Menu bar
Menu barMenu bar
v02.57 (C)Copyright 1985-2004, American Megatrends, Inc.
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
F1General 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
MainFor changing the basic system configuration
MainMain
AdvancedAdvanced
AdvancedFor changing the advanced system settings
AdvancedAdvanced
PowerPower
PowerFor changing the advanced power management (APM)
PowerPower
configuration
BootBoot
BootFor changing the system boot configuration
BootBoot
ExitExit
ExitFor 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.
4.2.34.2.3
4.2.3
4.2.34.2.3
Navigation keysNavigation keys
Navigation keys
Navigation keysNavigation keys
At the bottom right corner of a menu screen are the navigation keys for
that particular menu. Use the navigation keys to select items in the menu
and change the settings.
Some of the navigation keys differ from one screen to another.
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Menu itemsMenu items
Menu items
Menu itemsMenu items
The highlighted item on the menu
bar displays the specific items for
that menu. For example, selecting
Main Main
Main shows the Main menu items.
Main Main
The other items (Advanced, Power,
Main Advanced Server Security Boot Exit
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System Date[Thu 06/17/2005]
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Use [ENTER], [TAB],
or [SHIFT-TAB] to
select a field.
Use [+] or [-] to
configure system
time.
Select Screen
Select Item
+-Change Option
F1General Help
F10Save and Exit
ESCExit
Boot, and Exit) on the menu bar
have their respective menu items.
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Sub-menu itemsSub-menu items
Sub-menu items
Sub-menu itemsSub-menu items
Main menu itemsMain menu items
Main menu items
Main menu itemsMain 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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4.2.7
4.2.74.2.7
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
F1General Help
F10Save and Exit
ESCExit
of a menu screen when there are
Scroll barScroll bar
Scroll bar
items that do not fit on the screen.
Scroll barScroll bar
Press the 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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4.3Main menu
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 Power Boot Exit
System Time[11:10:19]
System Date[Thu 06/17/2005]
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System Information
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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
F1General 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.
4.3.24.3.2
4.3.2
4.3.24.3.2
System Date [Day xx/xx/xxxx]System Date [Day xx/xx/xxxx]
System Date [Day xx/xx/xxxx]
System Date [Day xx/xx/xxxx]System Date [Day xx/xx/xxxx]
Allows you to set the system date.
4.3.34.3.3
4.3.3
4.3.34.3.3
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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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4.3.4
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IDE ConfigurationIDE Configuration
IDE Configuration
IDE ConfigurationIDE Configuration
The items in this menu allow you to set or change the configurations for
the IDE devices installed in the system. Select an item then press <Enter>
if you want to configure the item.
Main
IDE Configuration
ATA/IDE Configuration[Compatible]
Legacy IDE Channels[SATA Pri, PATA Sec]
Primary IDE Master:[Not Detected]
Primary IDE Slave:[Not Detected]
Secondary IDE Master:[Not Detected]
Secondary IDE Slave:[Not Detected]
IDE Detect Time Out (Sec)[35]
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Select Item
+-Change Option
F1General 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: [Disabled]
[Compatible Mode] [Enhanced Mode]
Configure SATA asConfigure SATA as
The
Configure SATA as and
Configure SATA asConfigure SATA as
appear only when you set the ATA/IDE Configuration to
[Enhanced Mode].
Third IDE Master/Slave Third IDE Master/Slave
Third IDE Master/Slave options
Third IDE Master/Slave Third IDE Master/Slave
Configure SATA As [IDE]
Sets the configuration for the Serial ATA connectors supported by the
Southbridge chip.
If you want to use the Serial ATA hard disk drives as Parallel ATA
physical storage devices, set this item to [IDE].
Set this item to [RAID] if you want to create a RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID
®
0+1, or software RAID 5 configuration using the Intel
Matrix Storage
Manager or if you want to create a RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 0+1
configuration using the LSI Logic Embedded SATA RAID Setup Utility.
The AHCI allows the onboard storage driver to enable advanced Serial
ATA features that increases storage performance on random
workloads by allowing the drive to internally optimize the order of
commands.
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If you want the Serial ATA hard disk drives to use the Advanced Host
Controller Interface (AHCI), set this item to [AHCI]. For details on AHCI, go
to:www.intel.com/support/chipsets/imst/sb/CS-012304.htm
The SATA controller is set to Native mode when this item is set to [RAID]
or [AHCI].
Legacy IDE Channels [SATA Pri, PATA Sec]
Allows you to set Serial ATA, Parallel ATA, or both, to native mode.
Configuration options: [SATA Only] [PATA Pri, SATA Sec]
[SATA Pri, PATA Sec] [ PATA Only]
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/Third IDE Master/SlavePrimary/Secondary/Third IDE Master/Slave
Primary/Secondary/Third IDE Master/Slave
Primary/Secondary/Third IDE Master/SlavePrimary/Secondary/Third IDE Master/Slave
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.
Type [Auto]
LBA/Large Mode [Auto]
Block(Multi-sector Transfer) [Auto]
PIO Mode [Auto]
DMA Mode[Auto]
SMART Monitoring [Auto]
32Bit Data Transfer [Disabled]
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Select the type of
device connected to
the system.
Select Screen
Select Item
+-Change Option
F1General 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.
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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]
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]
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]
Serial port number[COM1]
Base Address, IRQ[3F8h, 4]
Serial Port Mode[115200 8,n,1]
Flow Control[None]
Redirection After BIOS POST[Always]
Terminal Type[ANSI]
VT-UTFB Combo Key Support[Disabled]
Sredir Memory Display Delay[No Delay]
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Remote Access [Disabled]Remote Access [Disabled]
Remote Access [Disabled]
Remote Access [Disabled]Remote Access [Disabled]
BIOS SETUP UTILITY
Allows you to enable or disable remote access.
Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]
When the
not appear.
Remote AccessRemote Access
Remote Access item is set to [Disabled], all other items do
Remote AccessRemote Access
Select Remote Access
type.
Select Screen
Select Item
+-Change Option
F1General Help
F10 Save and Exit
ESC Exit
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]
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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]
Allows you to set the delay to display the memory information.
Configuration options: [No Delay] [Delay 1 Sec] [Delay 2 Sec]
[Delay 4 Sec]
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CPU ConfigurationCPU Configuration
CPU Configuration
CPU ConfigurationCPU Configuration
The items in this menu show the CPU-related information that the BIOS
automatically detects.
Advanced
Configure advanced CPU settings
Module Version: 3C.0B
Manufacturer: Intel
Brand String: Genuine Intel(R) CPU 3.20GHz
Frequency : 3.40 GHz
FSB Speed : 800 MHz
Cache L1 : 16 KB
Cache L2 : 1024 KB
Ratio Status: Unlocked (Max:17, Min:14)
Ratio Actual Value : 17
Ratio CMOS Setting:[ 16]
Max CPUID Value Limit:[Disabled]
Hyper Threading Technology[Enabled]
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Sets the ratio
between CPU Core
Clock and the FSB
Frequency.
NOTE: If an invalid
ratio is set in CMOS
then actual and
setpoint values may
differ.
Select Screen
Select Item
+- Change Option
F1 General Help
F10 Save and Exit
ESC Exit
Ratio CMOS Setting [16]Ratio CMOS Setting [16]
Ratio CMOS Setting [16]
Ratio CMOS Setting [16]Ratio CMOS Setting [16]
Sets the ratio between the CPU core clock and the Front Side Bus
frequency. The BIOS auto-detects the default value of this item. Use the
<+><+>
< + > or
<+><+>
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]
<-><->
< - > keys to adjust the values. Configuration options: [ 8]...[28]
<-><->
You can only adjust the
Ratio CMOS Ratio CMOS
Ratio CMOS if you installed an unlocked CPU.
Ratio CMOS Ratio CMOS
Refer to the CPU documentation for details.
Setting this item to [Enabled] allows legacy operating systems to boot
even without support for CPUs with extended CPUID functions.
Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]
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The Hyper-Threading Technology item appears only when you installed
an Intel® Pentium® 4 CPU that supports the Hyper-Threading Technology.
Hyper-Threading is not supported when you installed a dual-core CPU.
Allows you to enable or disable the processor Hyper-Threading Technology.
Refer to the Appendix for more information on the Hyper-Threading
Technology. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]
The following items appear only when you installed an Intel
dual-core CPU.
Execute Disable Bit [Enabled]Execute Disable Bit [Enabled]
Execute Disable Bit [Enabled]
Execute Disable Bit [Enabled]Execute Disable Bit [Enabled]
®
Pentium® 4
When this item is set to [Disabled], the BIOS forces the XD feature flag to
always return to (0). Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled]
C1E Support [Disabled]C1E Support [Disabled]
C1E Support [Disabled]
C1E Support [Disabled]C1E Support [Disabled]
When set to [Enabled], the BIOS will automatically check the CPU’s
capability to enable the C1E support. In C1E mode, the CPU power
consumption is lower when idle. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]
Single Logical Processor Mode [Disabled]Single Logical Processor Mode [Disabled]
Single Logical Processor Mode [Disabled]
Single Logical Processor Mode [Disabled]Single Logical Processor Mode [Disabled]
Allows you to enable or disable the single logical processor mode for
dual-core CPUs. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]
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
F1General Help
F10 Save and Exit
ESC Exit
Allows you to remap the overlap PCI memory over the total physical
memory. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]
DRAM Frequency [Auto]DRAM Frequency [Auto]
DRAM Frequency [Auto]
DRAM Frequency [Auto]DRAM Frequency [Auto]
Allows you to set the DDR operating frequency.
Configuration options: [Auto] [533 MHz] [667 Mhz]
Configure DRAM Timing by SPD [Enabled]Configure DRAM Timing by SPD [Enabled]
Configure DRAM Timing by SPD [Enabled]
Configure DRAM Timing by SPD [Enabled]Configure DRAM Timing by SPD [Enabled]
When this item is enabled, the DRAM timing parameters are set according
to the DRAM SPD (Serial Presence Detect). When disabled, you can
manually set the DRAM timing parameters through the DRAM sub-items.
The following sub-items appear when this item is Disabled.
Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]
DRAM CAS# Latency [5 Clocks]
Controls the latency between the SDRAM read command and the time
the data actually becomes available.
Configuration options: [5] [4] [3]
DRAM RAS# to CAS# Delay [6 DRAM Clocks]
Controls the latency between the DDR SDRAM active command and
the read/write command. Configuration options: [2 DRAM Clocks]
[3 DRAM Clocks] [4 DRAM Clocks] [5 DRAM Clocks] [6 DRAM Clocks]
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DRAM RAS# Precharge [6 DRAM Clocks]
Controls the idle clocks after issuing a precharge command to the DDR
SDRAM. Configuration options: [2 DRAM Clocks] [3 DRAM Clocks]
[4 DRAM Clocks] [5 DRAM Clocks] [6 DRAM Clocks]
DRAM RAS# Activate to Precharge [15 DRAM Clocks]
Configuration options: [4 DRAM Clocks] [5 DRAM Clocks] ~
[15 DRAM Clocks]
Onboard Floppy Controller[Enabled]
Serial Port1 Address[3F8/IRQ4]
Serial Port2 Address[2F8/IRQ3]
Serial Port2 Mode[Normal]
Parallel Port Address[378]
Parallel Port Mode[Normal]
Parallel Port IRQ[IRQ7]
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Allows BIOS to Enable
or Disable Floppy
Controller
Select Screen
Select Item
+- Change Option
F1 General Help
F10 Save and Exit
ESC Exit
Allows you to enable the onboard floppy disk drive controller.
Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]
Serial Port1 Address [3F8/IRQ4]Serial Port1 Address [3F8/IRQ4]
Serial Port1 Address [3F8/IRQ4]
Serial Port1 Address [3F8/IRQ4]Serial Port1 Address [3F8/IRQ4]
Allows you to select the Serial Port1 base address.
Configuration options: [Disabled] [3F8/IRQ4] [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]
Serial Port2 Mode [Normal]
Allows you to select the Serial Port2 mode.
Configuration options: [Normal] [IrDA] [ASK IR]
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]
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Parallel Port IRQ [IRQ7]
Allows you to specify the Parallel Port IRQ.
Configuration options: [IRQ5] [IRQ7]
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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]
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Plug And Play O/S [No]
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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
F1General 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]
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]
IRQXX assigned to [PCI Device]IRQXX assigned to [PCI Device]
IRQXX assigned to [PCI Device]
IRQXX assigned to [PCI Device]IRQXX 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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The Power 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.
Main Advanced Power Boot Exit
ACPI APIC Support[Enabled]
APM Configuration
Hardware Monitor
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ACPI APIC Support [Enabled]ACPI APIC Support [Enabled]
ACPI APIC Support [Enabled]
ACPI APIC Support [Enabled]ACPI APIC Support [Enabled]
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Include ACPI APIC
table pointer to RSDT
pointer list.
Select Screen
Select Item
+- Change Option
F1 General Help
F10 Save and Exit
ESC Exit
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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Power
APM Configuration
Power Management/APM[Enabled]
Video Power Down Mode[Suspend]
Hard Disk Power Down Mode[Suspend]
Standby Time Out[Disabled]
Suspend Time Out[Disabled]
Throttle Slow Clock Ratio[50%]
System Thermal[Disabled]
Power Button Mode[On/Off]
Restore on AC Power Loss[Last State]
Resume On Ring[Disabled]
Resume On LAN[Disabled]
Resume On PME#[Disabled]
Resume On RTC Alarm[Disabled]
Power On By PS/2 Keyboard[Disabled]
Power On By PS/2 Mouse[Disabled]
Power Management [Enabled]Power Management [Enabled]
Power Management [Enabled]
Power Management [Enabled]Power Management [Enabled]
APM ConfigurationAPM Configuration
APM Configuration
APM ConfigurationAPM Configuration
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Enable or disable APM.
Select Screen
Select Item
+- Change Option
F1 General Help
F10 Save and Exit
ESC Exit
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Allows you to enable or disable the motherboard Advance Power
Management (APM) feature. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled]
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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%]
System Thermal [Disabled]System Thermal [Disabled]
System Thermal [Disabled]
System Thermal [Disabled]System Thermal [Disabled]
Allows you to enable or disable the system thermal control feature.
Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]
Thermal Active Temperature Thermal Active Temperature
The
Thermal Active Temperature and
Thermal Active Temperature Thermal Active Temperature
Ratio Ratio
Ratio items appear only when the
Ratio Ratio
Enabled.
Thermal Active Temperature [60ºC/140ºF]Thermal Active Temperature [60ºC/140ºF]
Thermal Active Temperature [60ºC/140ºF]
Thermal Active Temperature [60ºC/140ºF]Thermal Active Temperature [60ºC/140ºF]
Allows you to specify the system thermal control activating temperature.
Configuration options: [40ºC/104ºF] [45ºC/1113ºF] [50ºC/122ºF]
[55ºC/131ºF] [60ºC/140ºF] [65ºC/149ºF] [70ºC/158ºF] [75ºC/167ºF]
Thermal Slow Clock Ratio [50%]Thermal Slow Clock Ratio [50%]
Thermal Slow Clock Ratio [50%]
Thermal Slow Clock Ratio [50%]Thermal Slow Clock Ratio [50%]
Allows you to select the duty cycle in throttle when a thermal override
condition occurs. Configuration options: [87.5%] [75.0%] [62.5%] [50%]
[37.5%] [25%] [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]
System Thermal System Thermal
System Thermal item is set to
System Thermal System Thermal
Thermal Slow ClockThermal Slow Clock
Thermal Slow Clock
Thermal Slow ClockThermal Slow Clock
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Restore on AC Power Loss [Last State]Restore on AC Power Loss [Last State]
Restore on AC Power Loss [Last State]
Restore on AC Power Loss [Last State]Restore on AC Power Loss [Last State]
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]
Resume On Ring [Disabled]Resume On Ring [Disabled]
Resume On Ring [Disabled]
Resume On Ring [Disabled]Resume 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]
Resume On LAN [Disabled]Resume On LAN [Disabled]
Resume On LAN [Disabled]
Resume On LAN [Disabled]Resume On LAN [Disabled]
When set to [Enabled], the system enables the LAN to generate a wake
event while the computer is in Soft-off mode.
Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]
Resume On PME# [Disabled]Resume On PME# [Disabled]
Resume On PME# [Disabled]
Resume On PME# [Disabled]Resume On 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]
Resume On RTC Alarm [Disabled]Resume On RTC Alarm [Disabled]
Resume On RTC Alarm [Disabled]
Resume On RTC Alarm [Disabled]Resume On RTC Alarm [Disabled]
Allows you to enable or disable RTC to generate a wake event.
Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]
The following items appear when the
set to Enabled.
Power On RTC Alarm Power On RTC Alarm
Power On RTC Alarm item is
Power On RTC Alarm Power On RTC Alarm
RTC Alarm Date (Days)
To set the alarm date, highlight this item and press the <+> or <->
key to make the selection. Configuration options: [Everyday] [1] [2]
[3]... ~ [31]
System Time
To set the alarm hour, highlight this item and press the <+> or <->
key to make the selection. Configuration options: [00] [1]... ~ [23]
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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]
+-Change Option
F1General Help
F10 Save and Exit
ESC Exit
Select Screen
Select Item
Select Screen
Select Item
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CPU1 Temperature [xxxºC/xxxºF]CPU1 Temperature [xxxºC/xxxºF]
CPU1 Temperature [xxxºC/xxxºF]
CPU1 Temperature [xxxºC/xxxºF]CPU1 Temperature [xxxºC/xxxºF]
MB Temperature [xxxºC/xxxºF]MB Temperature [xxxºC/xxxºF]
MB Temperature [xxxºC/xxxºF]
MB Temperature [xxxºC/xxxºF]MB Temperature [xxxºC/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.
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CPU Fan1/2 Speed [xxxxRPM] or [N/A]CPU Fan1/2 Speed [xxxxRPM] or [N/A]
CPU Fan1/2 Speed [xxxxRPM] or [N/A]
CPU Fan1/2 Speed [xxxxRPM] or [N/A]CPU Fan1/2 Speed [xxxxRPM] or [N/A]
Front Fan1/2 Speed [xxxxRPM] or [N/A]Front Fan1/2 Speed [xxxxRPM] or [N/A]
Front Fan1/2 Speed [xxxxRPM] or [N/A]
Front Fan1/2 Speed [xxxxRPM] or [N/A]Front Fan1/2 Speed [xxxxRPM] or [N/A]
Rear Fan1/2 Speed [xxxxRPM] or [N/A]Rear Fan1/2 Speed [xxxxRPM] or [N/A]
Rear Fan1/2 Speed [xxxxRPM] or [N/A]
Rear Fan1/2 Speed [xxxxRPM] or [N/A]Rear Fan1/2 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 Q-Fan feature that smartly
adjusts the fan speeds for more efficient system operation.
Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]
CPU1 TemperatureCPU1 Temperature
The
CPU1 Temperature and
CPU1 TemperatureCPU1 Temperature
appear when you disable the
CPU1 Temperature [XXX]CPU1 Temperature [XXX]
CPU1 Temperature [XXX]
CPU1 Temperature [XXX]CPU1 Temperature [XXX]
MB Temperature [XXX]MB Temperature [XXX]
MB Temperature [XXX]
MB Temperature [XXX]MB Temperature [XXX]
Displays the detected CPU and system threshold temperatures when the
Smart Fan Control feature is enabled.
[Hard Drive][Hard Drive]
[Network: MBA v7.7.5][Network: MBA v7.7.5]
[Network: MBA v7.7.5]
[Network: MBA v7.7.5][Network: MBA v7.7.5]
[Network: MBA v7.7.5][Network: MBA v7.7.5]
[Network: MBA v7.7.5]
[Network: MBA v7.7.5][Network: MBA v7.7.5]
These items specify the boot device priority sequence from the available
devices. Configuration options: [1st FLOPPY DRIVE] [ATAPI CD-ROM]
[Hard Drive] [Network: MBA v7.7.5 Slot 0400] [Network: MBA v7.7.5 Slot
0300] [Disabled]
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Boot Settings Configuration
Quick Boot[Enabled]
Full Screen Logo[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]
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
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Enabling this item allows the BIOS to skip some power on self tests (POST)
while booting to decrease the time needed to boot the system. When set
to [Disabled], BIOS performs all the POST items.
Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]
Full Screen Logo [Enabled]Full Screen Logo [Enabled]
Full Screen Logo [Enabled]
Full Screen Logo [Enabled]Full Screen Logo [Enabled]
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]
<Enter> to change
password.
<Enter> again to
disable password.
Select Screen
Select Item
+-Change Option
F1General 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
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.
BIOS SETUP UTILITY
Boot
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]
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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]
<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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4.7Exit 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 Security Boot Exit
Exit Options
Exit & Save Changes
Exit & Discard Changes
Discard Changes
Load Setup Defaults
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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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Chapter 4: BIOS setupChapter 4: BIOS setup
This chapter provides instructions for
setting up, creating, and configuring
RAID sets using the available utilities.
configuration
RAID
5
Chapter summary
5
5.1Setting up RAID .................................................................... 5-1
5.2LSI Logic Embedded SATA RAID Setup Utility ...................... 5-4