ASUS P5MT-M User Manual

P5MT-M
Motherboard
E2094E2094
E2094
E2094E2094
First EditionFirst Edition
First Edition
First EditionFirst Edition July 2005July 2005
July 2005
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Contents
Notices ................................................................................................ vi
Safety information ............................................................................. vii
About this guide ............................................................................... viii
P5MT-M specifications summary .......................................................... x
Chapter 1: Chapter 1:
Chapter 1:
Chapter 1: Chapter 1:
1.1 Welcome! .............................................................................. 1-1
1.2 Package contents ................................................................. 1-1
1.3 Special features .................................................................... 1-2
1.3.1 Product highlights................................................... 1-2
1.3.2 Innovative ASUS features ....................................... 1-4
Chapter 2: Chapter 2:
Chapter 2:
Chapter 2: Chapter 2:
2.1 Before you proceed .............................................................. 2-1
2.2 Motherboard overview .......................................................... 2-2
2.2.1 Placement direction ................................................ 2-2
2.2.2 Screw holes ............................................................ 2-2
2.2.3 Motherboard layout ................................................ 2-3
2.2.4 Layout contents ..................................................... 2-4
2.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU) .............................................. 2-6
2.3.1 Installing the CPU.................................................... 2-6
2.3.2 Installing the CPU heatsink and fan ........................ 2-9
2.3.3 Uninstalling the CPU heatsink and fan .................. 2-11
Product introductionProduct introduction
Product introduction
Product introductionProduct introduction
Hardware informationHardware information
Hardware information
Hardware informationHardware information
2.4 System memory ................................................................. 2-13
2.4.1 Overview ............................................................... 2-13
2.4.2 Memory configurations ......................................... 2-13
2.4.3 Installing a DIMM ................................................... 2-15
2.4.4 Removing a DIMM ................................................. 2-15
2.5 Expansion slots ................................................................... 2-16
2.5.1 Installing an expansion card .................................. 2-16
2.5.2 Configuring an expansion card.............................. 2-16
2.5.3 Interrupt assignments .......................................... 2-17
2.5.4 PCI Express x8 slots ............................................. 2-18
2.5.5 PCI slots ................................................................ 2-18
2.6 Jumpers .............................................................................. 2-19
2.7 Connectors ......................................................................... 2-24
2.7.1 Rear panel connectors .......................................... 2-24
2.7.2 Internal connectors............................................... 2-25
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Chapter 3: Powering upChapter 3: Powering up
Chapter 3: Powering up
Chapter 3: Powering upChapter 3: Powering up
3.1 Starting up for the first time................................................ 3-1
3.2 Turning off the computer ..................................................... 3-2
3.2.1 Using the OS shut down function ........................... 3-2
3.2.2 Using the dual function power switch .................... 3-2
Chapter 4: BIOS setupChapter 4: BIOS setup
Chapter 4: BIOS setup
Chapter 4: BIOS setupChapter 4: BIOS setup
4.1 Managing and updating your BIOS ........................................ 4-1
4.1.1 Creating a bootable floppy disk .............................. 4-1
4.1.2 ASUS EZ Flash utility .............................................. 4-2
4.1.3 AFUDOS utility ........................................................ 4-3
4.1.4 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 2 utility ................................ 4-6
4.1.5 ASUS Update utility ................................................ 4-8
4.2 BIOS setup program ........................................................... 4-11
4.2.1 BIOS menu screen ................................................. 4-12
4.2.2 Menu bar ............................................................... 4-12
4.2.3 Navigation keys .................................................... 4-12
4.2.4 Menu items ........................................................... 4-13
4.2.5 Sub-menu items ................................................... 4-13
4.2.6 Configuration fields .............................................. 4-13
4.2.7 Pop-up window ..................................................... 4-13
4.2.8 Scroll bar .............................................................. 4-13
4.2.9 General help .......................................................... 4-13
4.3 Main menu .......................................................................... 4-14
4.3.1 System Time ......................................................... 4-14
4.3.2 System Date ......................................................... 4-14
4.3.3 Legacy Diskette A ................................................ 4-14
4.3.4 Primary, Third, and Fourth IDE Master/Slave ........ 4-15
4.3.5 IDE Configuration .................................................. 4-16
4.3.6 System Information .............................................. 4-18
4.4 Advanced menu .................................................................. 4-19
4.4.1 USB Configuration................................................. 4-19
4.4.2 MPS Configuration ................................................ 4-20
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4.4.3 Remote Access Configuration .............................. 4-21
4.4.4 CPU Configuration ................................................. 4-22
4.4.5 Chipset ................................................................. 4-23
4.4.6 Onboard Devices Configuration ............................ 4-25
4.4.7 PCI PnP ................................................................. 4-26
Contents
4.5 Power menu ........................................................................ 4-27
4.5.1 ACPI APIC Support [Enabled]................................ 4-27
4.5.2 APM Configuration ................................................ 4-28
4.5.3 Hardware Monitor ................................................. 4-29
4.6 Boot menu .......................................................................... 4-31
4.6.1 Boot Device Priority .............................................. 4-31
4.6.2 Boot Settings Configuration ................................. 4-32
4.6.3 Security ................................................................ 4-33
4.7 Exit menu ........................................................................... 4-35
Chapter 5: RAID supportChapter 5: RAID support
Chapter 5: RAID support
Chapter 5: RAID supportChapter 5: RAID support
5.1 RAID configuration................................................................ 5-1
5.1.1 RAID definitions ...................................................... 5-1
5.1.2 Installing Serial ATA hard disks ............................... 5-2
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5.1.3 Intel
5.1.4 LSI Logic Embedded SATA RAID Setup Utility ...... 5-13
RAID configurations ...................................... 5-2
Chapter 6: Driver installationChapter 6: Driver installation
Chapter 6: Driver installation
Chapter 6: Driver installationChapter 6: Driver installation
6.1 RAID driver installation ......................................................... 6-1
6.1.1 Creating a RAID driver disk ..................................... 6-1
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6.1.2 Installing the Intel
ICH7R RAID controller driver .... 6-3
6.2 LAN driver installation .......................................................... 6-7
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6.2.1 Windows
6.2.2 Red Hat
2000/2003 Server ................................ 6-7
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Linux 9.0 ................................................. 6-9
6.3 VGA driver installation ........................................................ 6-11
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6.3.1 Windows
6.3.2 Windows
6.3.3 Red Hat
Appendix: Reference informationAppendix: Reference information
Appendix: Reference information
Appendix: Reference informationAppendix: Reference information
2000 Server ........................................ 6-11
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2003 Server ........................................ 6-12
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Linux 9.0 ............................................... 6-12
A.1 P5MT-M block diagram ......................................................... A-1
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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:
This device may not cause harmful interference, and
This device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation.
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with manufacturer’s instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
The use of shielded cables for connection of the monitor to the graphics card is required to assure compliance with FCC regulations. Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate this equipment.
Canadian Department of Communications StatementCanadian Department of Communications Statement
Canadian Department of Communications Statement
Canadian Department of Communications StatementCanadian Department of Communications Statement
This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for radio noise emissions from digital apparatus set out in the Radio Interference Regulations of the Canadian Department of Communications.
This class B digital apparatus complies with CanadianThis class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian
This class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian
This class B digital apparatus complies with CanadianThis class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.ICES-003.
ICES-003.
ICES-003.ICES-003.
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Safety information
Electrical safetyElectrical safety
Electrical safety
Electrical safetyElectrical safety
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.
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
This manual contains the following parts:
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Chapter 1: Product introductionChapter 1: Product introduction
Chapter 1: Product introduction
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Chapter 1: Product introductionChapter 1: Product introduction This chapter describes the features of the motherboard and the new
technology it supports.
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Chapter 2: Hardware informationChapter 2: Hardware information
Chapter 2: Hardware information
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Chapter 2: Hardware informationChapter 2: Hardware information This chapter lists the hardware setup procedures that you have to
perform when installing system components. It includes description of the switches, jumpers, and connectors on the motherboard.
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Chapter 3: Powering upChapter 3: Powering up
Chapter 3: Powering up
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Chapter 3: Powering upChapter 3: Powering up This chapter describes the power up sequence, the vocal POST
messages, and ways of shutting down the system.
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Chapter 4: BIOS setupChapter 4: BIOS setup
Chapter 4: BIOS setup
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Chapter 4: BIOS setupChapter 4: BIOS setup Tells how to change system settings through the BIOS Setup menus.
Detailed descriptions of the BIOS parameters are also provided.
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Chapter 5: RAID supportChapter 5: RAID support
Chapter 5: RAID support
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Chapter 5: RAID supportChapter 5: RAID support Provides information on RAID configurations for this motherboard.
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Chapter 6: Driver installationChapter 6: Driver installation
Chapter 6: Driver installation
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Chapter 6: Driver installationChapter 6: Driver installation This chapter provides information on RAID, LAN and VGA driver
installation for this motherboard.
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AppendixAppendix
Appendix
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AppendixAppendix This appendix includes additional information that you may refer to
when configuring the motherboard.
Where to find more informationWhere to find more information
Where to find more information
Where to find more informationWhere to find more information
Refer to the following sources for additional information and for product and software updates.
1.1.
ASUS websitesASUS websites
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ASUS websites
1.1.
ASUS websitesASUS websites
: Reference information: Reference information
: Reference information
: Reference information: Reference information
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The ASUS website provides updated information on ASUS hardware and software products. Refer to the ASUS contact information.
2.2.
Optional documentationOptional documentation
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Optional documentation
2.2.
Optional documentationOptional documentation Your product package may include optional documentation, such as
warranty flyers, that may have been added by your dealer. These documents are not part of the standard package.
Conventions used in this guideConventions used in this guide
Conventions used in this guide
Conventions used in this guideConventions used in this guide
To make sure that you perform certain tasks properly, take note of the following symbols used throughout this manual.
DANGER/WARNING: DANGER/WARNING:
DANGER/WARNING: Information to prevent injury to yourself
DANGER/WARNING: DANGER/WARNING: when trying to complete a task.
CAUTION:CAUTION:
CAUTION: Information to prevent damage to the components
CAUTION:CAUTION: when trying to complete a task.
IMPORTANT: IMPORTANT:
IMPORTANT: Instructions that you MUST follow to complete a
IMPORTANT: IMPORTANT: task.
NOTE: NOTE:
NOTE: Tips and additional information to help you complete a
NOTE: NOTE: task.
TypographyTypography
Typography
TypographyTypography
Bold textBold text
Bold text Indicates a menu or an item to select.
Bold textBold text
Italics
<Key> Keys enclosed in the less-than and greater-than
<Key1+Key2+Key3> If you must press two or more keys
CommandCommand
Command Means that you must type the command exactly
CommandCommand
Used to emphasize a word or a phrase.
sign means that you must press the enclosed key.
Example: <Enter> means that you must press the Enter or Return key.
simultaneously, the key names are linked with a plus sign (+).
Example: <Ctrl+Alt+D>
as shown, then supply the required item or value enclosed in brackets.
Example: At the DOS prompt, type the command line:
afudos /i[filename] afudos /iP5MT-M.ROM
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P5MT-M specifications summary
CPUCPU
CPU
CPUCPU
LGA775 socket for Intel® Pentium® Processor Extreme
Edition/Intel® Pentium® D/Celeron processor with Extended Memory 64-bit Technology (EM64T)
Supports Intel® Hyper-Threading Technology
ChipsetChipset
Chipset
ChipsetChipset
Front Side BusFront Side Bus
Front Side Bus
Front Side BusFront Side Bus
MemoryMemory
Memory
MemoryMemory
Expansion slotsExpansion slots
Expansion slots
Expansion slotsExpansion slots
StorageStorage
Storage
StorageStorage
GraphicsGraphics
Graphics
GraphicsGraphics
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Northbridge: Intel
E7230
Southbridge: Intel® ICH7R
1066/800 MHz
Dual-channel memory architecture 4 x 240-pin DIMM sockets support unbuffered ECC
667/533 MHz DDR2 memory modules
Supports 256 MB up to 8 GB of system memory
1 x PCI Express™ x8 slot (x8 Link) 1 x PCI Express™ x8 slot (x4 Link) 2 x PCI 33 MHz slots (PCI 2.3)
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ICH7R Southbridge supports:
Intel
- 2 x Ultra DMA 100/66/33 hard disk drives
- 4 x Serial ATA II hard disks with RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5, and RAID 10 configuration
- Intel® Matrix Storage Technology
1 x mini-PCI socket for ASUS® Server Management Board
ATI® RAGE-XL PCI-based VGA controller
LANLAN
LAN
LANLAN
USBUSB
USB
USBUSB
Special featuresSpecial features
Special features
Special featuresSpecial features
BIOS featuresBIOS features
BIOS features
BIOS featuresBIOS features
Rear panelRear panel
Rear panel
Rear panelRear panel
Dual Broadcom BCM5721 Gigabit LAN controller
(PCI Express 1.0a specifications compliant)
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ICH7R Southbridge supports:
Intel
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8 x USB 2.0 ports (2 on the rear panel, 3 connectors at mid-board for up to 6 additional ports)
ASUS Q-Fan ASUS CrashFree BIOS 2 ASUS MyLogo2™ ASUS EZ FLash
AMI BIOS, 8 Mb FWH, Green, PnP, DMI2.0a, ACPI 2.0a,
SMBIOS 2.3
1 x PS/2 keyboard port 1 x PS/2 mouse port 2 x USB 2.0 ports 1 x Serial (COM1) port 2 x LAN (RJ-45) ports 1 x VGA port 1 x Parallel port
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InternalInternal
Internal
InternalInternal connectorsconnectors
connectors
connectorsconnectors
PowerPower
Power
PowerPower RequirementRequirement
Requirement
RequirementRequirement
1 x Floppy disk drive connector 1 x Hard disk activity LED connector 1x IDE connector 4 x Serial ATA connectors 2 x CPU fan connectors 4 x System fan connectors 1 x Serial port (COM2) connector 3 x USB connectors 1 x Parallel port connector 1 x 24-pin SSI power connector 1 x 4-pin ATX 12 V power connector 1 x Backplane SMBus connector 1 x Power supply SMBus connector 1 x BMC connector 1 x Ambient thermal sensor connector 1 x System panel auxiliary connector 1 x System panel connector
SSI power supply (with 24-pin and 4-pin 12 V plugs) ATX 12V 2.0 compliant
Form FactorForm Factor
Form Factor
Form FactorForm Factor
Support CDSupport CD
Support CD
Support CDSupport CD contentscontents
contents
contentscontents
*Specifications are subject to change without notice.
micro-ATX form factor:
Device drivers ASUS Update ASWM 2.0
9.6
” x
9.6
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This chapter describes the motherboard features and the new technologies it supports.
introduction
Product
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Chapter summary
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1.1 Welcome! .............................................................................. 1-1
1.2 Package contents ................................................................. 1-1
1.3 Special features .................................................................... 1-2
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1.1 Welcome!
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Thank you for buying an ASUSThank you for buying an ASUS
Thank you for buying an ASUS
Thank you for buying an ASUSThank you for buying an ASUS
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P5MT-M motherboard! P5MT-M motherboard!
P5MT-M motherboard!
P5MT-M motherboard! P5MT-M motherboard!
The motherboard delivers a host of new features and latest technologies, making it another standout in the long line of ASUS quality motherboards!
Before you start installing the motherboard, and hardware devices on it, check the items in your package with the list below.
1.2 Package contents
Check your motherboard package for the following items.
MotherboardMotherboard
Motherboard ASUS P5MT-M motherboard
MotherboardMotherboard
CablesCables
Cables 2-in-1 disk drive cable
CablesCables
4 x Serial ATA signal cables 2 x Serial ATA power cable 1 x USB PCI cable bracket
AccessoriesAccessories
Accessories I/O shield
AccessoriesAccessories
Application CDApplication CD
Application CD ASUS motherboard support CD
Application CDApplication CD
DocumentationDocumentation
Documentation User guide
DocumentationDocumentation
If any of the above items is damaged or missing, contact your retailer.
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1.3 Special features
1.3.11.3.1
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Latest processor technology Latest processor technology
Latest processor technology
Latest processor technology Latest processor technology
The motherboard comes with a 775-pin surface mount Land Grid Array (LGA) socket designed for the Intel® Pentium® Processor Extreme Edition and the Intel® Pentium® D processor in the 775-land package, with 1066/ 800 MHz Front Side Bus (FSB). See page 2-6 for details.
IntelIntel
Intel
IntelIntel
The Intel® E7230 and the Intel® ICH7R I/O controller hub (ICH)provide the vital interfaces for the motherboard.
The uniprocessor server chipset integrates EM64T support and four Serial ATA ports enabled through the Serial ATA 3 Gb/s RAID controller to ensure data security and enable powerful multi-task processing.
IntelIntel
Intel
IntelIntel
The motherboard supports the Intel® Hyper-Threading technology and incorporates the Extended Memory 64-bit Technology (EM64T). The Intel EM64T feature allows your system to run on 64-bit operating systems and access larger amounts of system memory for faster and more efficient computing.
Product highlightsProduct highlights
Product highlights
Product highlightsProduct highlights
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E7230/Intel E7230/Intel
E7230/Intel
E7230/Intel E7230/Intel
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EM64T EM64T
EM64T
EM64T EM64T
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ICH7R chipset ICH7R chipset
ICH7R chipset
ICH7R chipset ICH7R chipset
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DDR2 memory support DDR2 memory support
DDR2 memory support
DDR2 memory support DDR2 memory support
The motherboard supports DDR2 memory, which features data transfer rates of 667 MHz or 533 MHz to meet the higher bandwidth requirements of the latest 3D graphics, multimedia, and Internet applications. The dual-channel DDR2 architecture doubles the bandwidth of your system memory to boost system performance, eliminating bottlenecks with peak bandwidths of up to 10.7 GB/s. See page 2-13 for details.
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 II interfaces controlled by the Intel® ICH7R. The SATA II specification allows for thinner, more flexible cables with lower pin count, reduced voltage requirement, and up to 300 MB/s data transfer rate. See page 2-27 for details.
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Chapter 1: Product introduction
Chapter 1: Product introductionChapter 1: Product introduction
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 specifications. See page 2-18 for details.
Dual Gigabit LAN solution Dual Gigabit LAN solution
Dual Gigabit LAN solution
Dual Gigabit LAN solution Dual Gigabit LAN solution
The motherboard comes with onboard dual Gigabit LAN controllers to provide a total solution for your networking needs. The onboard Broadcom BCM5721 controllers use the PCI Express interface with a network throughput close to Gigabit bandwidth. See pages 2-21, 2-22, and 2-24 for details.
Serial ATA RAID solution Serial ATA RAID solution
Serial ATA RAID solution
Serial ATA RAID solution Serial ATA RAID solution
Onboard RAID controllers provide the motherboard with RAID functionality. The Intel® ICH7R allows RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5, and RAID 10 configuration for four Serial ATA connectors and supports the Intel See page 2-27 for details.
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Matrix Technology.
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 2-20 and 2-29 for details.
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ASUS Smart Fan technology ASUS Smart Fan technology
ASUS Smart Fan technology
ASUS Smart Fan technology ASUS 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 4-30 for details.
ASUS MyLogo2™ ASUS MyLogo2™
ASUS MyLogo2™
ASUS MyLogo2™ ASUS MyLogo2™
This feature allows you to personalize and add style to your system with customizable boot logos. See page 4-33 for details.
ASUS EZ Flash BIOS ASUS EZ Flash BIOS
ASUS EZ Flash BIOS
ASUS EZ Flash BIOS ASUS EZ Flash BIOS
With the ASUS EZ Flash, you can easily update the system BIOS even before loading the operating system. No need to use a DOS-based utility or boot from a floppy disk. See page 4-2 for details.
Innovative ASUS featuresInnovative ASUS features
Innovative ASUS features
Innovative ASUS featuresInnovative ASUS features
ASUS CrashFree BIOS 2 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 2
ASUS CrashFree BIOS 2
ASUS CrashFree BIOS 2 ASUS 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 4-6 for details.
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This chapter lists the hardware setup procedures that you have to perform when installing system components. It includes description of the jumpers and connectors on the motherboard.
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Hardware
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Chapter summary
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2.1 Before you proceed .............................................................. 2-1
2.2 Motherboard overview .......................................................... 2-2
2.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU) .............................................. 2-6
2.4 System memory ................................................................. 2-13
2.5 Expansion slots ................................................................... 2-16
2.6 Jumpers .............................................................................. 2-19
2.7 Connectors ......................................................................... 2-24
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2.1 Before you proceed
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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 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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Before you install the motherboard, study the configuration of your chassis to ensure that the motherboard fits into it. Refer to the chassis documentation before installing the motherboard.
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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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 eight (8) 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.
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
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Motherboard layoutMotherboard layout
Motherboard layout
Motherboard layoutMotherboard layout
PS/2KBMS T: Mouse B: Keyboard
USB12
COM1
VGA1
LAN1
LAN2
LAN2
LAN_EN1
REAR_FAN1
USBPW12
PARALLEL PORT
Broadcom BCM5721
Broadcom
BCM5721
LAN_EN2
Super
I/O
KBPWR1
REAR_FAN2
LPT2
ATXPWR1
FM_CPU1
PSUSMB1
CPU_FAN1
CMOS Power
DDR2 DIMM_A1 (64 bit,240-pin module) DDR2 DIMM_A2 (64 bit,240-pin module)
DDR2 DIMM_B1 (64 bit,240-pin module) DDR2 DIMM_B2 (64 bit,240-pin module)
PCIE2
PCIE1
PCI1
PCI2
COM2
Intel
E7230
CR2032 3V Lithium Cell
RAID_SEL1
ATX12V1
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RECOVERY1
CLRTC1
ATI
RAGE XL
VGA
Controller
SB_PWR1
HDLED1
8Mbit Flash BIOS
PRI_IDE1
BMCCONN1
SATA1
SATA2
SATA3
SATA4
FRNT_FAN1
FRNT_FAN2
AUX_PANEL1
USB56
BMCSOCKET1
TRPWR1
USBPW78
USBPW56
USBPW34
BPSMB1
USB34
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Layout contentsLayout contents
Layout contents
Layout contentsLayout contents
SlotsSlots
Slots
SlotsSlots
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1. CPU sockets 2-6
2. DDR2 DIMM sockets 2-13
3. PCI Express/PCI slots 2-18
JumpersJumpers
Jumpers
JumpersJumpers
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1. Clear RTC RAM (CLRTC1) 2-19
2. CPU fan pin selection (3-pin FM_CPU1, FM_CPU2) 2-20
3. USB device wake-up (3-pin USBPW12, USBPW34, USBPW56, 2-20 USBPW78)
4. Keyboard power (3-pin KBPWR1) 2-21
5. Gigabit LAN controller setting (3-pin LAN_EN1) 2-21
6. Gigabit LAN controller setting (3-pin LAN_EN2) 2-22
7. VGA graphics controller setting (3-pin VGA_EN1) 2-22
8. BIOS recovery (3-pin RECOVERY1) 2-23
9. RAID select (3-pin RAID_SEL1) 2-23
Rear panel connectorsRear panel connectors
Rear panel connectors
Rear panel connectorsRear panel connectors
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1. PS/2 mouse port (green) 2-24
2. Parallel port 2-24
3. PS/2 keyboard port (purple) 2-24
4. USB 2.0 ports 1 and 2 2-24
5. Serial (COM1) port 2-24
6. VGA port 2-24
7. LAN 1 (RJ-45) port 2-24
8. LAN 2 (RJ-45) port 2-24
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Internal connectorsInternal connectors
Internal connectors
Internal connectorsInternal connectors
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1. Floppy disk drive connector (34-1 pin FLOPPY1) 2-25
2. Hard disk activity LED connector (4-pin HDLED1) 2-25
3. IDE connector (40-1 pin PRI_IDE1)) 2-26
4. Serial ATA connectors (7-pin SATA1, SATA2, SATA3, SATA4) 2-27
5. CPU fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN1/CPU_FAN2)) 2-28
6. System fan connectors (3-pin REAR_FAN1/REAR_FAN2, 2-28 FRNT_FAN1/FRNT_FAN2)
7. Serial port connector (10-1 pin COM2) 2-28
8. USB connectors (10-1 pin USB34, USB56, USB78) 2-29
9. Parallel port connector (26-1 pin LPT2) 2-29
10. SSI power connectors (24-pin ATXPWR1, 4-pin ATX12V1) 2-30
11. Backplane SMBus connector (6-1 pin BPSMB1) 2-31
12. Power supply SMBus connector (6-1 pin PSUSMB1) 2-31
13. BMC connector (16-pin BMCCONN1) 2-32
14. Ambient thermal sensor connector (2-pin TRPWR1) 2-32
15. System panel auxiliary connector (20-pin AUX_PANEL1) 2-33
Chassis Intrusion connector (3-pin CASEOPEN)
LAN1 link activity LED (2-pin LAN1_LINKACTLED)
LAN2 link activity LED (2-pin LAN2_LINKACTLED)
Locator LED 1 (2-pin LOCATORLED1)
Locator LED 2 (2-pin LOCATORLED2)
Locator Button/Switch (2-pin LOCATORBTN)
Front Panel SMBus (6-1 pin)
16. System panel connector (20-pin PANEL1) 2-34
System power LED (Green 3-pin POWERLED)
Hard disk drive activity LED (Red 2-pin HDLED)
System warning speaker (Orange 4-pin SPKROUT)
ATX power button/soft-off button (Yellow 2-pin POWERBTN)
Reset button (Blue 2-pin RESETBTN)
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2.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU)
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The motherboard comes with a surface mount LGA775 socket designed for the Intel® Pentium® 4 processor in the 775-land package.
Your boxed Intel® Pentium® 4 LGA775 processor package should come with installation instructions for the CPU and heatsink. If the instructions in this section do not match the CPU documentation, follow the latter.
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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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 socket 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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6. Close the load plate (A), then push the load lever (B) until it snaps into the retention tab.
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!
A
B
Notes on IntelNotes on Intel
Notes on Intel
Notes on IntelNotes on Intel
This motherboard supports Intel® Pentium® 4 CPUs in the 775-land
Hyper-Threading Technology is supported under Windows
Installing Windows
Make sure to enable the Hyper-Threading Technology item in BIOS
For more information on Hyper-Threading Technology, visit
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Hyper-Threading Technology
Hyper-Threading Technology Hyper-Threading Technology
package with Hyper-Threading Technology.
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XP/2003 Server and Linux 2.4.x (kernel) and later versions only. Under Linux, use the Hyper-Threading compiler to compile the code. If you are using any other operating systems, disable the Hyper-Threading Technology item in the BIOS to ensure system stability and performance.
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2003 Server or later version is recommended.
before installing a supported operating system.
www.intel.com/info/hyperthreading.
To use the Hyper-Threading Technology on this motherboard:
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1. Install an Intel
Pentium® 4 CPU that supports Hyper-Threading
Technology.
2. Power up the system and enter the BIOS Setup (see Chapter 4: BIOS setup). Under the Advanced Menu, make sure that the item Hyper-Threading Technology is set to Enabled. The item appears only if you installed a CPU that supports Hyper-Threading Technology.
3. Reboot the computer.
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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
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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a time in a diagonal sequence to secure the heatsink and fan assembly in place.
B
A
B
A
A
B
B
A
3. Connect the CPU fan cable to the connector on the motherboard labeled CPU_FAN1/CPU_FAN2.
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FANOUT4
P5MT-M CPU fan connectors
Do not forget to connect the CPU fan connector! Hardware monitoring errors can occur if you fail to plug this connector.
If there is only one CPU fan cable, connect it to the connector labeled CPU_FAN1. Failure to do so may cause hardware monitoring errors.
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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
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motherboard.
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A
B
A
B
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4. Carefully remove the heatsink and fan assembly from the motherboard.
5. Rotate each fastener clockwise to ensure correct orientation when reinstalling.
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The narrow end of the groove should point outward after resetting. (The photo shows the groove shaded for emphasis.)
Narrow end of the grooveNarrow end of the groove
Narrow end of the groove
Narrow end of the grooveNarrow end of the groove
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2.4 System memory
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OverviewOverview
Overview
OverviewOverview
The motherboard comes with four Double Data Rate 2 (DDR2) Dual Inline Memory Modules (DIMM) sockets.
A DDR2 module has the same physical dimensions as a DDR DIMM but has a 240-pin footprint compared to the 184-pin DDR DIMM. DDR2 DIMMs are notched to match the break on the socket and ensure correct installation.
The figure illustrates the location of the DDR2 DIMM sockets:
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Memory configurationsMemory configurations
Memory configurations
Memory configurationsMemory configurations
You may install 256 MB, 512 MB and 1 GB unbuffered ECC/non-ECC DDR2 533/667 MHz 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.
Notes on capacity and installation of four 1 GB memoryNotes on capacity and installation of four 1 GB memory
Notes on capacity and installation of four 1 GB memory
Notes on capacity and installation of four 1 GB memoryNotes on capacity and installation of four 1 GB memory modulesmodules
modules
modulesmodules
Due to chipset resource allocation, system configuration determines the system memory availability. The system typically shows about 3~4 GB available memory space due to chipset resource allocation for onboard devices and add-on cards. This will vary for different add-on cards that the user installs. Some PCI cards need larger memory space, which will make the total available memory space below 3 GB.
To prevent compatibility issues, do not combine single and double-sided memory modules on the same motherboard/system.
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Recommended memory configurations
Recommended memory configurationsRecommended memory configurations
SocketsSockets
Sockets
SocketsSockets
ModeMode
Mode
ModeMode
DIMM_A1DIMM_A1
DIMM_A1
DIMM_A1DIMM_A1
(blue)(blue)
(blue)
(blue)(blue)
DIMM_A2DIMM_A2
DIMM_A2
DIMM_A2DIMM_A2
(black)(black)
(black)
(black)(black)
DIMM_B1DIMM_B1
DIMM_B1
DIMM_B1DIMM_B1
(blue)(blue)
(blue)
(blue)(blue)
DIMM_B2DIMM_B2
DIMM_B2
DIMM_B2DIMM_B2
(black)(black)
(black)
(black)(black)
Single-channel (1) Installed — Dual-channel* (1) Installed Installed
(2) Installed Installed Installed Installed
* Use only identical DDR2 DIMM pairs.* Use only identical DDR2 DIMM pairs.
* Use only identical DDR2 DIMM pairs.
* Use only identical DDR2 DIMM pairs.* Use only identical DDR2 DIMM pairs.
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OS memory support OS memory support
OS memory support
OS memory support OS memory support
Refer to the table below for the maximum memory support information on various Microsoft® operating systems.
The memory support information was gathered from various public Microsoft® web pages.
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operating system
operating system operating system
Maximum physicalMaximum physical
Maximum physical
Maximum physicalMaximum physical memory supportedmemory supported
memory supported
memory supportedmemory supported
Windows® 2000 Professional 4 GB Windows® 2000 Server 4 GB Windows® 2000 Advanced Server 8 GB Windows® 2000 Datacenter Server 32 GB Windows® XP Professional 4 GB Windows® XP 64-bit Edition 32 GB Windows® Server 2003 Web Edition 2 GB Windows® Server 2003 Standard Edition 4 GB Windows® Server 2003 Enterprise Edition 32 GB Windows® Server 2003 Datacenter Edition 64 GB Windows® Server 2003 Enterprise 64-bit Edition 64 GB
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Server 2003 Datacenter 64-bit Edition 512 GB
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Installing a DIMMInstalling a DIMM
Installing a DIMM
Installing a DIMMInstalling a DIMM
Unplug the power supply before adding or removing DIMMs or other system components. Failure to do so can 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.
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.
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
The DDR2 DIMM sockets do not support DDR DIMMs. DO not install DDR DIMMs to the DDR2 DIMM sockets.
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Removing a DIMMRemoving a DIMM
Removing a DIMM
Removing a DIMMRemoving a DIMM
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.
1
2. Remove the DIMM from the socket.
2
DDR2 DIMM notchDDR2 DIMM notch
DDR2 DIMM notch
DDR2 DIMM notchDDR2 DIMM notch
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2.5 Expansion slots
In the future, you may need to install expansion cards. The following sub-sections describe the slots and the expansion cards that they support.
Make sure to unplug the power cord before adding or removing expansion cards. Failure to do so may cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components.
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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.
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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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Standard interrupt assignmentsStandard interrupt assignments
Standard interrupt assignments
Standard interrupt assignmentsStandard interrupt assignments
Interrupt assignmentsInterrupt assignments
Interrupt assignments
Interrupt assignmentsInterrupt assignments
IRQIRQ
IRQ
IRQIRQ
0 1 System Timer 1 2 Keyboard Controller 2 Re-direct to IRQ #9 3 11 Communications Port (COM2)* 4 12 Communications Port (COM1)* 5 13 IRQ holder for PCI steering* 6 14 Floppy Disk Controller 7 15 Printer Port (LPT1)* 8 3 System CMOS/Real Time Clock 9 4 IRQ holder for PCI steering* 10 5 IRQ holder for PCI steering* 11 6 IRQ holder for PCI steering* 12 7 PS/2 Compatible Mouse Port* 13 8 Numeric Data Processor 14 9 Primary IDE Channel 15 10 Secondary IDE Channel
* These IRQs are usually available for ISA or PCI devices.* These IRQs are usually available for ISA or PCI devices.
* These IRQs are usually available for ISA or PCI devices.
* These IRQs are usually available for ISA or PCI devices.* These IRQs are usually available for ISA or PCI devices.
IRQ assignments for this motherboardIRQ assignments for this motherboard
IRQ assignments for this motherboard
IRQ assignments for this motherboardIRQ assignments for this motherboard
PriorityPriority
Priority
PriorityPriority
Standard FunctionStandard Function
Standard Function
Standard FunctionStandard Function
AA
A
AA
PCI slot 1 shared — PCI slot 2 shared — PCI E x8 slot shared ———— PCI E x8 slot shared ———— Onboard USB controller 1 shared ———— Onboard USB controller 2 shared ———— Onboard USB controller 3 used ———— Onboard USB controller 4 shared ———— Onboard USB 2.0 controller shared ———— Onboard IDE port shared ———— Onboard SATA port shared ———— Onboard PCI E x1 LAN1 shared ———— Onboard PCI E x1 LAN2 shared ———— Onboard VGA shared
BB
B
BB
CC
C
CC
DD
D
DD
EE
E
EE
FF
F
FF
GG
G
GG
HH
H
HH
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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This motherboard supports PCI Express x8 network cards, SCSI cards, and other cards that comply with PCI Express 1.0 specifications.
PCI Express x8 slotsPCI Express x8 slots
PCI Express x8 slots
PCI Express x8 slotsPCI Express x8 slots
PCI Express x8 slotsPCI Express x8 slots
PCI Express x8 slots
PCI Express x8 slotsPCI Express x8 slots
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The PCI slots support cards such as a LAN card, SCSI card, USB card, and other cards that comply with PCI 2.3 specifications. The figure shows a LAN card installed on a PCI slot.
PCI slotsPCI slots
PCI slots
PCI slotsPCI slots
32-bit PCI slot32-bit PCI slot
32-bit PCI slot
32-bit PCI slot32-bit PCI slot
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2.6 Jumpers
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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 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!
P5MT-M
LAN2
CLRTC1
3 2
Clear CMOS
P5MT-M Clear RTC RAM
2 1
Normal (Default)
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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.
FM_CPU1
1
P5MT-M
LAN2
2
3-pin fan 4-pin fan
(Default)
2 3
FM_CPU2
12 23
3-pin fan 4-pin fan
(Default)
P5MT-M FM CPU Setting
3.3.
USB device wake-up (3-pin USBPW12, USBPW34,USB device wake-up (3-pin USBPW12, USBPW34,
3.
USB device wake-up (3-pin USBPW12, USBPW34,
3.3.
USB device wake-up (3-pin USBPW12, USBPW34,USB device wake-up (3-pin USBPW12, USBPW34, USBPW56, USBPW78)USBPW56, USBPW78)
USBPW56, USBPW78)
USBPW56, USBPW78)USBPW56, USBPW78) 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 and DRAM, power supply in reduced power mode).
USBPW12
+5V+5VSB
(Defaul
P5MT-M
LAN2
P5MT-M USB device wake-up
32
USBPW78
32
USBPW56
32
USBPW34
21
+5V+5VSB
(Defaul
21
+5V+5VSB
(Defaul
21
+5V+5VSB
(Defaul
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.
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.
KBPWR1
23
P5MT-M
LAN2
P5MT-M Keyboard power setting
12
+5V +5VSB
(Default)
5.5.
Gigabit LAN controller setting (3-pin LAN_EN1)Gigabit LAN controller setting (3-pin LAN_EN1)
5.
Gigabit LAN controller setting (3-pin LAN_EN1)
5.5.
Gigabit LAN controller setting (3-pin LAN_EN1)Gigabit LAN controller setting (3-pin LAN_EN1) These jumpers allow you to enable or disable the onboard Broadcom
BCM5721 Gigabit LAN controller. Set to pins 1-2 to activate the Gigabit LAN feature.
P5MT-M
LAN2
LAN_EN1
3
P5MT-M LAN_EN1 setting
2 1
Enable (Default)
2
Disabl
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Gigabit LAN controller setting (3-pin LAN_EN2)Gigabit LAN controller setting (3-pin LAN_EN2)
6.
Gigabit LAN controller setting (3-pin LAN_EN2)
6.6.
Gigabit LAN controller setting (3-pin LAN_EN2)Gigabit LAN controller setting (3-pin LAN_EN2) These jumpers allow you to enable or disable the onboard Broadcom
BCM5721 Gigabit LAN controller. Set to pins 1-2 to activate the Gigabit LAN feature.
P5MT-M
LAN2
LAN_EN2
2312
Enable
P5MT-M LAN_EN2 setting
7.7.
VGA graphics controller setting (3-pin VGA_EN1)VGA graphics controller setting (3-pin VGA_EN1)
7.
VGA graphics controller setting (3-pin VGA_EN1)
7.7.
VGA graphics controller setting (3-pin VGA_EN1)VGA graphics controller setting (3-pin VGA_EN1)
(Default)
Disabl
These jumpers allow you to enable or disable the onboard ATI Rage XL video graphics controller. Set to pins 1-2 to enable the video graphics controller.
P5MT-M
LAN2
VGA_EN1
2312
P5MT-M VGA setting
Enable (Default)
Disabl
Make sure to set this jumper to
DisableDisable
Disable if you want to install VGA
DisableDisable
cards on the PCI and PCI Express slots.
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BIOS recovery (3-pin RECOVERY1)BIOS recovery (3-pin RECOVERY1)
8.
BIOS recovery (3-pin RECOVERY1)
8.8.
BIOS recovery (3-pin RECOVERY1)BIOS recovery (3-pin RECOVERY1)
This jumper allows you to recover your original BIOS from a floppy disk in case the BIOS codes and data are corrupted.
To recover the BIOS:
1. Turn OFF your computer and unplug the power cord.
2. Move the jumper cap from pins 1-2 (default) to pins 2-3.
3. Insert a floppy disk with the original or updated BIOS file.
4. Plug the power cord and turn ON the computer.
5. The system searches for the BIOS file in the floppy then
reflashes the BIOS.
6. When finished, shut down your computer.
7. Replace the jumper cap from pins 2-3 to pins 1-2.
8. Reboot your computer.
9. Hold down the
<Del><Del>
<Del> key during the boot process and enter
<Del><Del>
BIOS setup to re-enter data.
P5MT-M
LAN2
RECOVERY1
2312
Normal BIOS recover
(Default)
P5MT-M BIOS recovery setting
9.9.
RAID select setting (3-pin RAID_SEL1)RAID select setting (3-pin RAID_SEL1)
9.
RAID select setting (3-pin RAID_SEL1)
9.9.
RAID select setting (3-pin RAID_SEL1)RAID select setting (3-pin RAID_SEL1) Set this jumper to 1-2 (Default) to enable LSI RAID ROM. Set this
jumper to 2-3 to enable Intel
®
RAID ROM.
P5MT-M
LAN2
RAID_SEL1
12 23
LSI RAID ROM
(Default)
INTEL RAID ROM
P5MT-M RAID select jumper
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1
2
2.7.12.7.1
2.7.1
2.7.12.7.1
Rear panel connectorsRear panel connectors
Rear panel connectors
Rear panel connectorsRear panel connectors
3 65 7 84
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. 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.
Video Graphics Adapter (VGA) port. Video Graphics Adapter (VGA) port.
6.
Video Graphics Adapter (VGA) port. This port is for a VGA
6.6.
Video Graphics Adapter (VGA) port. Video Graphics Adapter (VGA) port. monitor or other VGA-compatible devices.
77
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LAN 1 (RJ-45) port.LAN 1 (RJ-45) port.
7
.
LAN 1 (RJ-45) port. This port allows Gigabit connection to a Local
77
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LAN 1 (RJ-45) port.LAN 1 (RJ-45) port. Area Network (LAN) through a network hub. Refer to the table below for the LAN port LED indications.
8.8.
LAN 2 (RJ-45) port.LAN 2 (RJ-45) port.
8.
LAN 2 (RJ-45) port. This port allows Gigabit connection to a Local
8.8.
LAN 2 (RJ-45) port.LAN 2 (RJ-45) port. Area Network (LAN) through a network hub. Refer to the table below for the LAN port LED indications.
LAN port LED indicationsLAN port LED indications
LAN port LED indications
LAN port LED indicationsLAN port LED indications
ACT/LINKACT/LINK
ACT/LINK
ACT/LINK LEDACT/LINK LED
ACT/LINK LED
ACT/LINK LEDACT/LINK LED
StatusStatus
Status
StatusStatus
OFF No link OFF 10 Mbps connection GREEN Linked ORANGE 100 Mbps connection BLINKING Data activity GREEN 1 Gbps connection
DescriptionDescription
Description
DescriptionDescription
StatusStatus
Status
StatusStatus
SPEED LEDSPEED LED
SPEED LED
SPEED LEDSPEED LED
DescriptionDescription
Description
DescriptionDescription
ACT/LINKACT/LINK
LEDLED
LED
LEDLED
LAN portLAN port
LAN port
LAN portLAN port
SPEEDSPEED
SPEED
SPEEDSPEED
LEDLED
LED
LEDLED
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1.1.
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.
P5MT-M
LAN2
FLOPPY1
PIN 1
NOTE: Orient the red markings o the floppy ribbon cable to PIN 1.
P5MT-M Floppy disk drive connector
2.2.
Hard disk activity LED connector (4-pin HDLED1)Hard disk activity LED connector (4-pin HDLED1)
2.
Hard disk activity LED connector (4-pin HDLED1)
2.2.
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 for add-on
cards such as SCSI or RAID cards. The read/write activities of the add-on cards cause the hard disk activity LED to light up.
HDLED
P5MT-M
1
LAN2
P5MT-M Hard disk activity LED connector
NC
NC
ADD_IN_CARD_ACT#
ADD_IN_CARD_ACT#
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3.3.
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IDE connector (40-1 pin PRI_IDE1)IDE connector (40-1 pin PRI_IDE1)
3.
IDE connector (40-1 pin PRI_IDE1)
3.3.
IDE connector (40-1 pin PRI_IDE1)IDE connector (40-1 pin PRI_IDE1) This connector is for an Ultra DMA 100/66 signal cable. The Ultra
DMA 100/66 signal cable has three connectors: a blue connector for the primary IDE connector on the motherboard, a black connector for an Ultra DMA 100/66 IDE slave device (optical drive/hard disk drive), and a gray connector for an Ultra DMA 100/66 IDE master device (hard disk drive). If you install two hard disk drives, you must configure the second drive as a slave device by setting its jumper accordingly. Refer to the hard disk documentation for the jumper settings.
Pin 20 on the IDE connector is removed to match the covered hole on the Ultra DMA cable connector. This prevents incorrect insertion when you connect the IDE cable.
Use the 80-conductor IDE cable for Ultra DMA 100/66 IDE devices.
P5MT-M
LAN2
P5MT-M IDE connector
PRI_IDE1
PIN 1
NOTE: Orient the red markings (usually zigzag) on the IDE ribbon cable to PIN 1.
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4.4.
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SATA1
Serial ATA connectors (7-pin SATA1, SATA2, SATA3,Serial ATA connectors (7-pin SATA1, SATA2, SATA3,
4.
Serial ATA connectors (7-pin SATA1, SATA2, SATA3,
4.4.
Serial ATA connectors (7-pin SATA1, SATA2, SATA3,Serial ATA connectors (7-pin SATA1, SATA2, SATA3, SATA4)SATA4)
SATA4)
SATA4)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 5, or RAID 10 configuration with the onboard Intel
®
ICH7R RAID controller.
These connectors are set to SS
tandard IDE tandard IDE
S
tandard IDE mode, you can connect Serial ATA boot/data hard disk
SS
tandard IDE tandard IDE
Standard IDE Standard IDE
Standard IDE mode by default. In
Standard IDE Standard IDE
drives to these connectors. If you intend to create a Serial ATA RAID set using these connectors, set the
Configure SATA Configure SATA
Configure SATA
Configure SATA Configure SATA
aa
s s
a
s item in the BIOS
aa
s s
to [RAID]. See section “4.3.5 IDE Configuration” for details.
GND
GND
GND
RSATA_TXP1
RSATA_TXN1
RSATA_RXP1
RSATA_RXN1
P5MT-M
LAN2
SATA2
GND
RSATA_TXP2
RSATA_TXN2
GND
RSATA_RXP2
RSATA_RXN2
GND
SATA3
GND
GND
GND
RSATA_TXP3
RSATA_TXN3
RSATA_RXP3
RSATA_RXN3
SATA4
P5MT-M SATA connectors
When using the connectors in
SS
tandard IDE tandard IDE
S
tandard IDE mode, connect the
SS
tandard IDE tandard IDE
GND
RSATA_TXP4
RSATA_TXN4
GND
RSATA_RXP4
RSATA_RXN4
GND
primary (boot) 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
SettingSetting
Setting
SettingSetting
MasterMaster
Master
MasterMaster
SlaveSlave
Slave
SlaveSlave
UseUse
Use
UseUse
Boot diskBoot disk
Boot disk
Boot diskBoot disk
Data diskData disk
Data disk
Data diskData disk
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5.5.
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CPU_FAN2CPU_FAN1
®
CPU and system fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN1/2,CPU and system fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN1/2,
5.
CPU and system fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN1/2,
5.5.
CPU and system fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN1/2,CPU and system fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN1/2, 3-pin REAR_FAN1/2, 3-pin FRNT_FAN1/2)3-pin REAR_FAN1/2, 3-pin FRNT_FAN1/2)
3-pin REAR_FAN1/2, 3-pin FRNT_FAN1/2)
3-pin REAR_FAN1/2, 3-pin FRNT_FAN1/2)3-pin REAR_FAN1/2, 3-pin 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!
CPU_FAN1
P5MT-M
REAR_FAN2
CPU_FAN2
GND
FANOUT4
FANPWR2
GND FANPWR3
FANOUT7
FRNT_FAN1 FRNT_FAN
LAN2
FRNT_FAN1 FRNT_FAN2
REAR_FAN1
Rotation
+12V
GND
REAR_FAN1
REAR_FAN
+12V
GND
Rotation
P5MT-M Fan connectors
6.6.
Serial port connector (10-1 pin COM2)Serial port connector (10-1 pin COM2)
6.
Serial port connector (10-1 pin COM2)
6.6.
Serial port connector (10-1 pin COM2)Serial port connector (10-1 pin COM2)
GND
+12V
Rotation
GND
+12V
Rotation
This connector is for a serial (COM2) 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.
P5MT-M
LAN2
P5MT-M
COM2
PIN 1
Serial port2 (COM2) connector
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7.7.
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USB connector (10-1 pin USB34, USB56, USB78)USB connector (10-1 pin USB34, USB56, USB78)
7.
USB connector (10-1 pin USB34, USB56, USB78)
7.7.
USB connector (10-1 pin USB34, USB56, USB78)USB connector (10-1 pin USB34, USB56, USB78) 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. The USB connector complies with USB 2.0 specification that supports up to 480 Mbps connection speed.
NC
P5MT-M
LAN2
P5MT-M USB 2.0 connectors
USB78
USB56
USB34
GND
USB _P7+
USB_P7-
USB+5V
NC
GND
USB _P5+
USB_P5-
USB+5V
NC
GND
USB _P3+
USB_P3-
USB+5V
GND USB_P8 USB_P8 USB+5V
1
GND USB_P6 USB_P6 USB+5V
1
GND USB_P4 USB_P4 USB+5V
1
Never connect a
1394 cable1394 cable
1394 cable to the USB connectors. Doing so will
1394 cable1394 cable
damage the motherboard!
8.8.
Parallel port connector (26-1 pin LPT2)Parallel port connector (26-1 pin LPT2)
8.
Parallel port connector (26-1 pin LPT2)
8.8.
Parallel port connector (26-1 pin LPT2)Parallel port connector (26-1 pin LPT2) This connector is a parallel port module that connects a parallel
printer, a scanner, or other devices.
LPT2
P5MT-M
GND
LAN2
P5MT-M Parallel port connector
SLCT PEGND BUSY ACK#GND SPD7GND SPD6GND SPD5GND SPD4GND SPD3GND SPD2SLIN# SPD1PINIT# SPD0ERROR# STB#AFD#
Pin 1
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9.
9.9.
power connectorspower connectors
SSI
power connectors
SSI SSI
power connectorspower connectors
(24-pin ATXPWR1,(24-pin ATXPWR1,
(24-pin ATXPWR1,
(24-pin ATXPWR1,(24-pin ATXPWR1,
4 4
4
4 4
-pin -pin
-pin
-pin -pin
ATXATX
ATX
ATXATX
12V1)12V1)
12V1)
12V1)12V1)
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.
Do not forget to connect the 4-pin ATX12V1 power plug; otherwise, the system will not boot up.
Use of a PSU with a higher power output is recommended when configuring a system with more power consuming devices. The system may become unstable or may not boot up if the power is inadequate.
You must install a PSU with a higher power rating if you intend to install additional devices.
P5MT-M
LAN2
1
P5MT-M ATX power connectors
ATXPWR1
24-pin Power Connector
+3 Volts
+3 Volts
Ground
+5 Volts
+5 Volts
Ground
Ground
Power OK
+3 Volts
-12 Volts
Ground
PSON#
Ground
Ground
-5 Volts
Ground
+5V Standby
+12 Volts
+12 Volts
+3 Volts
Ground
+5 Volts
+5 Volts
+5 Volts
+12V DC
GND
ATX12V1
+12V DC GND
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Backplane SMBus connector (6-1 pin BPSMB1)Backplane SMBus connector (6-1 pin BPSMB1)
10.
Backplane SMBus connector (6-1 pin BPSMB1)
10.10.
Backplane SMBus connector (6-1 pin BPSMB1)Backplane SMBus connector (6-1 pin BPSMB1) This connector allows you to connect SMBus (System Management
Bus) devices. Devices communicate with an SMBus host and/or other SMBus devices using the SMBus interface.
P5MT-M
LAN2
P5MT-M SMBus connector
11.11.
Power supply SMBus connector (6-1 pin PSUSMB1)Power supply SMBus connector (6-1 pin PSUSMB1)
11.
Power supply SMBus connector (6-1 pin PSUSMB1)
11.11.
Power supply SMBus connector (6-1 pin PSUSMB1)Power supply SMBus connector (6-1 pin PSUSMB1)
BPSMB1
+5V I2CDATA_P2 GND
12CCLK_P2 HWM_REARFANOU
1
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.
P5MT-M
PSU_I2CDATA
PSU_I2CCLK
+3.3V Remote Sense
GND
LAN2
NC
PSUSMB1
P5MT-M Power supply SMBus connector
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12.12.
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BMC connector (16-pin BMCCONN1)BMC connector (16-pin BMCCONN1)
12.
BMC connector (16-pin BMCCONN1)
12.12.
BMC connector (16-pin BMCCONN1)BMC connector (16-pin BMCCONN1) This connector is for an ASUS server management card.
P5MT-M
+5VSB
+5VSB
BMC SMBCLK
LAN2
BMCCONN1
12CCLK1
PSON#
BMC_RST#
PWROK
PSONEN#
+5VSB
+5VSB
P5MT-M BMC connector
13.13.
Ambient thermal sensor connector (2-pin TRPWR1)Ambient thermal sensor connector (2-pin TRPWR1)
13.
Ambient thermal sensor connector (2-pin TRPWR1)
13.13.
Ambient thermal sensor connector (2-pin TRPWR1)Ambient thermal sensor connector (2-pin TRPWR1)
BMC SMBDATA
GND
12CDATA1
BMC_SMI#
FP_PWRBTN#
BMC_PRESENT#
If you want additional thermal monitoring, connect the thermal sensor cable with a thermistor (of 1ºK or at 25ºC, B=3435) to this connector.
P5MT-M
LAN2
SYS-THEAMAL
GND
TRPWR1
P5MT-M TRPWR connector
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Auxiliary panel connector (20-pin AUX_PANEL1)Auxiliary panel connector (20-pin AUX_PANEL1)
14.
Auxiliary panel connector (20-pin AUX_PANEL1)
14.14.
Auxiliary panel connector (20-pin AUX_PANEL1)Auxiliary panel connector (20-pin AUX_PANEL1)
This connector supports several server system functions.
P5MT-M
LAN2
NC
I2C_4_DATA#LOCATORLED1+
I2C_4_CLK#
GNDGND
+5VSBLOCATORLED1-
LAN1_LINKACTLED+LOCATORBTN#
LAN1_LINKACTLED-GND
LAN2_LINKACTLED-LOCATORLED2-
LAN2_LINKACTLED+LOCATORLED2+
AUX_PANEL1
PIN1
+5VSB
CASEOPEN
P5MT-M Auxiliary panel connector
Chassis Intrusion connector (3-pin CASEOPEN)Chassis Intrusion connector (3-pin CASEOPEN)
Chassis Intrusion connector (3-pin CASEOPEN)
Chassis Intrusion connector (3-pin CASEOPEN)Chassis Intrusion connector (3-pin CASEOPEN) This lead is for a chassis with an intrusion detection feature. This requires an external detection mechanism such as a chassis intrusion sensor or microswitch. When you remove any chassis component, the sensor triggers and sends a high-level signal to this lead to record a chassis intrusion event.
LAN1 link activity LED (2-pin LAN1_LINKACTLED)LAN1 link activity LED (2-pin LAN1_LINKACTLED)
LAN1 link activity LED (2-pin LAN1_LINKACTLED)
LAN1 link activity LED (2-pin LAN1_LINKACTLED)LAN1 link activity LED (2-pin LAN1_LINKACTLED) This 2-pin connector is for the LAN1 Activity LED. Connect the LAN1 Activity LED cable to this connector. This LED blinks during a network activity and is always lit when linked.
LAN2 link activity LED (2-pin LAN2_LINKACTLED)LAN2 link activity LED (2-pin LAN2_LINKACTLED)
LAN2 link activity LED (2-pin LAN2_LINKACTLED)
LAN2 link activity LED (2-pin LAN2_LINKACTLED)LAN2 link activity LED (2-pin LAN2_LINKACTLED) This 2-pin connector is for the LAN2 Activity LED. Connect the LAN2 Activity LED cable to this connector. This LED blinks during a network activity and lights up when linked.
Locator LED 1 (2-pin LOCATORLED1)Locator LED 1 (2-pin LOCATORLED1)
Locator LED 1 (2-pin LOCATORLED1)
Locator LED 1 (2-pin LOCATORLED1)Locator LED 1 (2-pin LOCATORLED1) This 2-pin connector is for the Locator LED 1. Connect the Locator LED 1 cable to this connector. This LED lights up when the Locator button is pressed and if there is no LAN1 connection (e.g. the LAN1 controller is broken).
Locator LED 2 (2-pin LOCATORLED2)Locator LED 2 (2-pin LOCATORLED2)
Locator LED 2 (2-pin LOCATORLED2)
Locator LED 2 (2-pin LOCATORLED2)Locator LED 2 (2-pin LOCATORLED2) This 2-pin connector is for the Locator LED 2. Connect the Locator LED 2 cable to this connector. This LED is synchronized with the LAN2 LED.
Locator Button/Switch (2-pin LOCATORBTN)Locator Button/Switch (2-pin LOCATORBTN)
Locator Button/Switch (2-pin LOCATORBTN)
Locator Button/Switch (2-pin LOCATORBTN)Locator Button/Switch (2-pin LOCATORBTN) This connector is for the locator button. This button queries the state of the system locator.
Front Panel SMBus (6-1 pin)Front Panel SMBus (6-1 pin)
Front Panel SMBus (6-1 pin)
Front Panel SMBus (6-1 pin)Front Panel SMBus (6-1 pin) 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.
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System panel connector (20-pin PANEL1)System panel connector (20-pin PANEL1)
15.
System panel connector (20-pin PANEL1)
15.15.
System panel connector (20-pin PANEL1)System panel connector (20-pin PANEL1)
This connector supports several chassis-mounted functions.
P5MT-M
LAN2
MLED-GND
NCPOWERBTN#
+5VGND
POWERLED+HDLED+
GNDHDLED-
POWERLED-
MLED+NMIBTN#
PANEL1
P5MT-M System panel connector
The sytem panel connector is color-coded for easy connection.
GNDNC
GNDRESETBTN#
SPKROUTGND
System power LED (Green 3-pin POWERLED)System power LED (Green 3-pin POWERLED)
System power LED (Green 3-pin POWERLED)
System power LED (Green 3-pin POWERLED)System power LED (Green 3-pin POWERLED) 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 HDLED)Hard disk drive activity LED (Red 2-pin HDLED)
Hard disk drive activity LED (Red 2-pin HDLED)
Hard disk drive activity LED (Red 2-pin HDLED)Hard disk drive activity LED (Red 2-pin HDLED) 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 SPKROUT)System warning speaker (Orange 4-pin SPKROUT)
System warning speaker (Orange 4-pin SPKROUT)
System warning speaker (Orange 4-pin SPKROUT)System warning speaker (Orange 4-pin SPKROUT) 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 (Yellow 2-pin POWERBTN)(Yellow 2-pin POWERBTN)
(Yellow 2-pin POWERBTN)
(Yellow 2-pin POWERBTN)(Yellow 2-pin POWERBTN) 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 RESETBTN)Reset button (Blue 2-pin RESETBTN)
Reset button (Blue 2-pin RESETBTN)
Reset button (Blue 2-pin RESETBTN)Reset button (Blue 2-pin RESETBTN) This 2-pin connector is for the chassis-mounted reset button for system reboot without turning off the system power.
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Chapter 2: Hardware informationChapter 2: Hardware information
This chapter describes the power up sequence, the vocal POST messages, and ways of shutting down the system.
Powering up
3
Chapter summary
3
3.1 Starting up for the first time ................................................ 3-1
3.2 TUrning off the computer .................................................... 3-2
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3.1 Starting up for the first time
1. After making all the connections, replace the system case cover.
2. Be sure that all switches are off.
3. Connect the power cord to the power connector at the back of the system chassis.
4. Connect the power cord to a power outlet that is equipped with a surge protector.
5. Turn on the devices in the following order: a. Monitor b. External SCSI devices (starting with the last device on the chain) c. System power
6. After applying power, the system power LED on the system front panel case lights up. For systems with ATX power supplies, the system LED lights up when you press the ATX power button. If your monitor complies with “green” standards or if it has a “power standby” feature, the monitor LED may light up or switch between orange and green after the system LED turns on.
The system then runs the power-on self tests or POST. While the tests are running, the BIOS beeps (see BIOS beep codes table below) or additional messages appear on the screen. If you do not see anything within 30 seconds from the time you turned on the power, the system may have failed a power-on test. Check the jumper settings and connections or call your retailer for assistance.
AMI BIOS beep codesAMI BIOS beep codes
AMI BIOS beep codes
AMI BIOS beep codesAMI BIOS beep codes
Beep DescriptionBeep Description
Beep Description
Beep DescriptionBeep Description
One beep Keyboard controller error
Two continuous beeps followed by Floppy controller failure two short beeps
Two continuous beeps followed by Hardware component failure four short beeps
ErrorError
Error
ErrorError
Refresh Time error No master drive detected
7. At power on, hold down the <Delete> key to enter the BIOS Setup. Follow the instructions in Chapter 4.
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If you are using Windows® Server 2000:
1. Click the
2. Make sure that the the
3. The power supply should turn off after Windows
If you are using Windows
1. Click the
2. Click the
3. The power supply should turn off after Windows
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3.2.2
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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Server 2003:
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.
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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
4.1 Managing and updating your BIOS ........................................ 4-1
4.2 BIOS setup program ........................................................... 4-11
4.3 Main menu .......................................................................... 4-14
4.4 Advanced menu .................................................................. 4-19
4.5 Power menu ........................................................................ 4-27
4.6 Boot menu .......................................................................... 4-31
4.7 Exit menu ........................................................................... 4-35
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4.1 Managing and updating your BIOS
The following utilities allow you to manage and update the motherboard Basic Input/Output System (BIOS) setup.
ASUS AFUDOS ASUS AFUDOS
1.
ASUS AFUDOS (Updates the BIOS in DOS mode using a bootable
ASUS AFUDOS ASUS AFUDOS floppy disk.)
ASUS EZ Flash ASUS EZ Flash
2.
ASUS EZ Flash (Updates the BIOS using a floppy disk during POST.)
ASUS EZ Flash ASUS EZ Flash ASUS CrashFree BIOS 2 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 2
3.
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
4.
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.
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environment.)
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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 1.44 MB 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
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Windows® 2000 environment
To create a set of boot disks for Windows
®
2000:
a. Insert a formatted, high density 1.44 MB floppy disk into the drive.
®
b. Insert the Windows c. Click d. In the
StartStart
Start, then select
StartStart
Open Open
Open field, type D:\bootdisk\makeboot a:
Open Open
2000 CD to the optical drive.
RunRun
Run.
RunRun
assuming that D is your optical drive letter.
e. Press <Enter>, then follow screen instructions to continue.
2. Copy the original or the latest motherboard BIOS file to the bootable floppy disk.
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ASUS EZ Flash utilityASUS EZ Flash utility
ASUS EZ Flash utility
ASUS EZ Flash utilityASUS EZ Flash utility
The ASUS EZ Flash feature allows you to update the BIOS without having to go through the long process of booting from a floppy disk and using a DOS-based utility. The EZ Flash utility is built-in the BIOS chip so it is accessible by pressing <Alt> + <F2> during the Power-On Self Tests (POST).
To update the BIOS using EZ Flash:
1. Visit the ASUS website (www.asus.com) to download the latest BIOS file for the motherboard and rename the same to
P5MT-M.ROM.P5MT-M.ROM.
P5MT-M.ROM.
P5MT-M.ROM.P5MT-M.ROM.
2. Save the BIOS file to a floppy disk, then restart the system.
3. Press <Alt> + <F2> during POST to display the following.
EZFlash starting BIOS update Checking for floppy...
4. Insert the floppy disk that contains the BIOS file to the floppy disk drive. When the correct BIOS file is found, EZ Flash performs the BIOS update process and automatically reboots the system when done.
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EZFlash starting BIOS update Checking for floppy... Floppy found! Reading file “P5MT-M.ROM”. Completed.
Start erasing.......|
Start programming...| Flashed successfully. Rebooting.
Do not shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS to prevent system boot failure!
A “Floppy not found!” error message appears if there is no floppy disk in the drive. A “P5MT-M.ROM not found!” error message appears if the correct BIOS file is not found in the floppy disk. Make sure that you rename the BIOS file to P5MT-M.ROM.
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AFUDOS utilityAFUDOS utility
AFUDOS utility
AFUDOS utilityAFUDOS utility
The AFUDOS utility allows you to update the BIOS file in DOS environment using a bootable floppy disk with the updated BIOS file. This utility also allows you to copy the current BIOS file that you can use as backup when the BIOS fails or gets corrupted during the updating process.
Copying the current BIOSCopying the current BIOS
Copying the current BIOS
Copying the current BIOSCopying the current BIOS
To copy the current BIOS file using the AFUDOS utility:
Make sure that the floppy disk is not write-protected and has at least 1024 KB free space to save the file.
The succeeding BIOS screens are for reference only. The actual BIOS screen displays may not be same as shown.
1. Copy the AFUDOS utility (afudos.exe) from the motherboard support CD to the bootable floppy disk you created earlier.
2. Boot the system in DOS mode, then at the prompt type:
afudos /o[filename]
where the [filename] is any user-assigned filename not more than eight alphanumeric characters for the main filename and three alphanumeric characters for the extension name.
A:\>afudos /oOLDBIOS1.rom
Main filenameMain filename
Main filename
Main filenameMain filename
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Extension nameExtension name
Extension name
Extension nameExtension name
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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.
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-M.ROM /pbnc
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4. The utility verifies the file and starts updating the BIOS.
A:\>afudos /iP5MT-M.ROM /pbnc
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!
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-M.ROM /pbnc
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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4.1.44.1.4
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 to
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
P5MT-M.ROMP5MT-M.ROM
P5MT-M.ROM.
P5MT-M.ROMP5MT-M.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-M.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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Chapter 4: BIOS setupChapter 4: BIOS setup
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-M.ROM”. Completed. Start flashing...
DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS! Doing so can cause system boot failure!
4. Restart the system after the utility completes the updating process.
The recovered BIOS may not be the latest BIOS version for this motherboard. Visit the ASUS website (www.asus.com) to download the latest BIOS file.
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The ASUS Update is a utility that allows you to manage, save, and update the motherboard BIOS in Windows 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
®
environment. The ASUS 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 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:
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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
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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 of 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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4.2 BIOS 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
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BIOS menu screenBIOS menu screen
BIOS menu screen
BIOS menu screenBIOS menu screen
Menu itemsMenu items
Menu items
Menu itemsMenu items
System Time [16:37:21] System Date [Wed,06/01/2005] Legacy Diskette A [1.44M, 3.5 in.]
Primary IDE Master [ST320410A] Primary IDE Slave [ASUS CD-S520/A] Third IDE Master [Not Detected] Third IDE Slave [Not Detected] Fourth IDE Master [Not Detected] Fourth IDE Slave [Not Detected] IDE Configuration
System Information
Sub-menu itemsSub-menu items
Sub-menu items
Sub-menu itemsSub-menu items
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Menu barMenu bar
Menu bar
Menu barMenu bar
Menu barMenu bar
Menu bar
Menu barMenu bar
Configuration fieldsConfiguration fields
Configuration fields
Configuration fieldsConfiguration fields
General helpGeneral help
General help
General helpGeneral help
Use [ENTER], [TAB] or [SHIFT-TAB] to select a field.
Use [+] or [-] to configure the System time.
Navigation keysNavigation keys
Navigation keys
Navigation keysNavigation keys
The menu bar on top of the screen has the following main items:
MainMain
Main For changing the basic system configuration
MainMain AdvancedAdvanced
Advanced For changing the advanced system settings
AdvancedAdvanced PowerPower
Power For changing the advanced power management (APM)
PowerPower
configuration
BootBoot
Boot For changing the system boot configuration
BootBoot ExitExit
Exit For selecting the exit options and loading default
ExitExit
settings
To select an item on the menu bar, press the right or left arrow key on the keyboard until the desired item is highlighted.
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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.
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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, Boot, and Exit) on the menu bar have their respective menu items.
System Time [16:3 7:2 1] System Date [Wed, 06/01/2005] Legacy Diskette A [1.44M, 3.5 in]
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System Information
Main menu itemsMain menu items
Main menu items
Main menu itemsMain menu items
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Sub-menu itemsSub-menu items
Sub-menu items
Sub-menu itemsSub-menu items
A solid triangle before each item on any menu screen means that the item 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 user-configurable, 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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Pop-up windowPop-up window
Pop-up window
Pop-up windowPop-up window
Select a menu item then press <Enter> to display a pop-up window with the configuration options for that item.
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Scroll barScroll bar
Scroll bar
Scroll barScroll bar
A scroll bar appears on the right side of a menu screen when there are items that do not fit on the screen. 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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WARNING: Setting wrong values in below sections may cause system to malfunction.
Plug And Play O/S [No] PCI Latency Timer [64] Allocate IRQ to PCI VGA [Yes] Palette Snooping [Disabled] PCI IDE BusMaster [Enabled]
Pop-up windowPop-up window
Pop-up window
Pop-up windowPop-up window
Scroll barScroll bar
Scroll bar
Scroll barScroll bar
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4.3 Main menu
When you enter the BIOS Setup program, the Main menu screen appears, 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.
System Time [16:37:21] System Date [Mon,10/02/2004] Legacy Diskette A [1.44M, 3.5 in.]
Primary IDE Master : [ST320410A] Primary IDE Slave : [ASUS CD-S520/A] Third IDE Master : [Not Detected] Third IDE Slave : [Not Detected] Fourth IDE Master : [Not Detected] Fourth IDE Slave : [Not Detected] IDE Configuration
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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]
Sets the system time.
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System Date [Day xx/xx/xxxx]System Date [Day xx/xx/xxxx]
System Date [Day xx/xx/xxxx]
System Date [Day xx/xx/xxxx]System Date [Day xx/xx/xxxx]
Sets the system date.
Use [ENTER], [TAB] or [SHIFT-TAB] to select a field.
Use [+] or [-] to configure the System time.
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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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Primary, Third, and Fourth IDE Master/SlavePrimary, Third, and Fourth IDE Master/Slave
Primary, Third, and Fourth IDE Master/Slave
Primary, Third, and Fourth IDE Master/SlavePrimary, Third, and Fourth IDE Master/Slave
While entering Setup, the BIOS automatically detects the presence of 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.
Primary IDE Master
Device : Hard Disk Vendor : ST320410A Size : 20.0GB LBA Mode : Supported Block Mode : 16 Sectors PIO Mode : 4 Async DMA : MultiWord DMA-2 Ultra DMA : Ultra DMA-5 SMART Monitoring : Supported
Type [Auto] LBA/Large Mode [Auto] Block(Multi-sector Transfer) M [Auto] PIO Mode [Auto] DMA Mode [Auto] SMART Monitoring [Auto] 32Bit Data Transfer [Disabled]
Select the type of device connected to the system.
The BIOS automatically detects the values opposite the dimmed items (Device, Vendor, Size, LBA Mode, Block Mode, PIO Mode, Async DMA, Ultra DMA, and SMART monitoring). These values are not user-configurable. These items show N/A if no IDE device is installed in the system.
Type [Auto]Type [Auto]
Type [Auto]
Type [Auto]Type [Auto]
Selects the type of IDE drive. Setting to Auto allows automatic selection of the appropriate IDE device type. Select CDROM if you are specifically configuring a CD-ROM drive. Select ARMD (ATAPI Removable Media Device) if your device is either a ZIP, LS-120, or MO drive. Configuration options: [Not Installed] [Auto] [CDROM] [ARMD]
LBA/Large Mode [Auto]LBA/Large Mode [Auto]
LBA/Large Mode [Auto]
LBA/Large Mode [Auto]LBA/Large Mode [Auto]
Enables or disables the LBA mode. Setting to Auto enables the LBA mode if the device supports this mode, and if the device was not previously formatted with LBA mode disabled. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Auto]
Block (Multi-sector Transfer) [Auto]Block (Multi-sector Transfer) [Auto]
Block (Multi-sector Transfer) [Auto]
Block (Multi-sector Transfer) [Auto]Block (Multi-sector Transfer) [Auto]
Enables or disables data multi-sectors transfers. When set to Auto, the data transfer from and to the device occurs multiple sectors at a time if the device supports multi-sector transfer feature. When set to [Disabled], the data transfer from and to the device occurs one sector at a time. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Auto]
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PIO Mode [Auto]PIO Mode [Auto]
PIO Mode [Auto]
PIO Mode [Auto]PIO Mode [Auto]
Selects the PIO mode. Configuration options: [Auto] [0] [1] [2] [3] [4]
DMA Mode [Auto]DMA Mode [Auto]
DMA Mode [Auto]
DMA Mode [Auto]DMA Mode [Auto]
Allows the BIOS to automatically select the DMA mode. Configuration option: [Auto]
SMART Monitoring [Auto]SMART Monitoring [Auto]
SMART Monitoring [Auto]
SMART Monitoring [Auto]SMART Monitoring [Auto]
Sets the Smart Monitoring, Analysis, and Reporting Technology. Configuration options: [Auto] [Disabled] [Enabled]
32Bit Data Transfer [Disabled]32Bit Data Transfer [Disabled]
32Bit Data Transfer [Disabled]
32Bit Data Transfer [Disabled]32Bit Data Transfer [Disabled]
Enables or disables 32-bit data transfer. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]
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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.
IDE Configuration
Configure SATA As [Standard IDE] Onboard IDE Operate Mode [Enhanced Mode]
Enhanced Mode Support On [S-ATA]
IDE Detect Time Out (Sec) [35]
Configure SATA As [Standard IDE]Configure SATA As [Standard IDE]
Configure SATA As [Standard IDE]
Configure SATA As [Standard IDE]Configure SATA As [Standard IDE]
When in AHCI/RAID mode, SATA controller is forced to Native mode.
Sets the Serial ATA configuration. When set in Advanced Host Controller Interface (AHCI) or RAID mode the SATA controller is set to Native mode. Configuration options: [Standard IDE] [AHCI] [RAID]
Onboard IDE Operate Mode [Enhanced Mode]Onboard IDE Operate Mode [Enhanced Mode]
Onboard IDE Operate Mode [Enhanced Mode]
Onboard IDE Operate Mode [Enhanced Mode]Onboard IDE Operate Mode [Enhanced Mode]
Allows selection of the IDE operation mode depending on the operating system (OS) that you installed. Set to Enhanced Mode if you are using native OS, such as Windows® 2000/XP. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Compatible Mode] [Enhanced Mode]
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Onboard IDE Operate ModeOnboard IDE Operate Mode
If the
Onboard IDE Operate Mode is set to [Compatible], you can
Onboard IDE Operate ModeOnboard IDE Operate Mode
only use the SATA2, SATA4, and P-ATA connectors.
Enhanced Mode Support On [S-ATA]
The default setting SATA allows you to use native OS on Serial ATA and Parallel ATA ports. We recommend that you do not change the default setting for better OS compatibility. In this setting, you may use legacy OS on the Parallel ATA ports
only ifonly if
only if you did not install any
only ifonly if
Serial ATA device.
The S-ATA+P-ATA and P-ATA options are for advanced users only. If you set to any of these options and encounter problems, revert to the default setting
SATASATA
S A T A. Configuration options: [S-ATA+P-ATA]
SATASATA
[S-ATA] [P-ATA]
Onboard IDE Operate ModeOnboard IDE Operate Mode
The
Onboard IDE Operate Mode and its submenu items appear only
Onboard IDE Operate ModeOnboard IDE Operate Mode
when the
Configure SATA AsConfigure SATA As
Configure SATA As item is set to Standard IDE.
Configure SATA AsConfigure SATA As
Onboard Serial-ATA BOOTROM [Disabled]
Enables or disables the onboard Serial ATA boot ROM. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]
Onboard Serial-ATA BOOTROMOnboard Serial-ATA BOOTROM
The
Onboard Serial-ATA BOOTROM item appears only when the
Onboard Serial-ATA BOOTROMOnboard Serial-ATA BOOTROM
Configure SATA AsConfigure SATA As
Configure SATA As item is set to RAID.
Configure SATA AsConfigure SATA As
ALPE and ASP [Disabled]
Enables or disables the ALPE and ASP. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]
Stagger Spinup Support [Disabled]Stagger Spinup Support [Disabled]
Stagger Spinup Support [Disabled]
Stagger Spinup Support [Disabled]Stagger Spinup Support [Disabled]
Enables or disables the stagger spinup support. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]
AHCI Port 3 Interlock Switch [Disabled]AHCI Port 3 Interlock Switch [Disabled]
AHCI Port 3 Interlock Switch [Disabled]
AHCI Port 3 Interlock Switch [Disabled]AHCI Port 3 Interlock Switch [Disabled]
Enables or disables the Advanced Host Controller Interface (AHCI) Port 3 interlock switch. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]
ALPE and ASPALPE and ASP
The
ALPE and ASP item appears only when the
ALPE and ASPALPE and ASP
AsAs
A s item is set to AHCI.
AsAs
IDE Detect Time Out [35]IDE Detect Time Out [35]
IDE Detect Time Out [35]
IDE Detect Time Out [35]IDE Detect Time Out [35]
Configure SATAConfigure SATA
Configure SATA
Configure SATAConfigure SATA
Selects the time out value for detecting ATA/ATAPI devices. Configuration options: [0] [5] [10] [15] [20] [25] [30] [35]
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System InformationSystem Information
System Information
System InformationSystem Information
This menu gives you an overview of the general system specifications. The BIOS automatically detects the items in this menu.
AMIBIOS Version : 08.00.11 Build Date : 03/21/05
Processor Type : Genuine Intel(R) CPU 3.20 GHz Speed : 3200 MHz Count : 1
System Memory Size : 512 MB
AMI BIOSAMI BIOS
AMI BIOS
AMI BIOSAMI BIOS
Displays the auto-detected BIOS information.
ProcessorProcessor
Processor
ProcessorProcessor
Displays the auto-detected CPU specification.
System MemorySystem Memory
System Memory
System MemorySystem Memory
Displays the auto-detected system memory.
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The Advanced menu items allow you to change the settings for the CPU and other system devices.
Take caution when changing the settings of the Advanced menu items. Incorrect field values can cause the system to malfunction.
USB Configuration MPS Configuration Remote Access Configuration
CPU Configuration Chipset
Onboard Devices Configuration PCI PnP
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USB Configuration
USB ConfigurationUSB Configuration
USB settings.
The items in this menu allow you to change the USB-related features. Select an item then press <Enter> to display the configuration options.
USB Configuration
Module Version - 2.24.0-F.4
USB Devices Enabled: None
USB Function [8 USB Ports] Legacy USB Support [Auto] USB 2.0 Controller [Enabled] USB 2.0 Controller Mode [HiSpeed] BIOS EHCI Hand-Off [Enabled]
Module Version Module Version
The
Module Version and
Module Version Module Version
USB Devices Enabled USB Devices Enabled
USB Devices Enabled items show the
USB Devices Enabled USB Devices Enabled auto-detected values. If no USB device is detected, the item shows NoneNone
None.
NoneNone
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USB Function [8 USB Ports]
USB Function [8 USB Ports]USB Function [8 USB Ports]
Allows you to disable or set the USB host controllers. Configuration options: [Disabled] [2 USB Ports] [4 USB Ports] [6 USB Ports] [8 USB Ports]
Legacy USB Support [Enabled]Legacy USB Support [Enabled]
Legacy USB Support [Enabled]
Legacy USB Support [Enabled]Legacy USB Support [Enabled]
Allows you to enable or disable support for USB devices on legacy operating systems (OS). Setting to Auto allows the system to detect the presence of USB devices at startup. If detected, the USB controller legacy mode is enabled. If no USB device is detected, the legacy USB support is disabled. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] [Auto]
USB 2.0 Controller [Enabled]USB 2.0 Controller [Enabled]
USB 2.0 Controller [Enabled]
USB 2.0 Controller [Enabled]USB 2.0 Controller [Enabled]
Allows you to enable or disable the USB 2.0 controller. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled]
USB 2.0 Controller Mode [HiSpeed]USB 2.0 Controller Mode [HiSpeed]
USB 2.0 Controller Mode [HiSpeed]
USB 2.0 Controller Mode [HiSpeed]USB 2.0 Controller Mode [HiSpeed]
Allows you to set the USB 2.0 controller mode to HiSpeed (480 Mbps) or FullSpeed (12 Mbps). Configuration options: [FullSpeed ] [HiSpeed ]
BIOS EHCI Hand-Off [Enabled]BIOS EHCI Hand-Off [Enabled]
BIOS EHCI Hand-Off [Enabled]
BIOS EHCI Hand-Off [Enabled]BIOS EHCI Hand-Off [Enabled]
This is a workaround for operating systems without EHCI hand-off support. The ownership should be claimed by the EHCI driver. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]
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This menu allows you to configure the Multi-Processor table. Select an item then press <Enter> to display the configuration options.
MPS Configuration
MPS Revision [1.4]
MPS Revision [1.4]MPS Revision [1.4]
MPS Revision [1.4]
MPS Revision [1.4]MPS Revision [1.4]
Allows you to choose the MPS revision. Configuration options: [1.1] [1.4]
MPS ConfigurationMPS Configuration
MPS Configuration
MPS ConfigurationMPS Configuration
Select MPS Revision.
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The items in this menu allow you to configure the Remote Access features. Select an item then press <Enter> to display the configuration options.
Remote Access ConfigurationRemote Access Configuration
Remote Access Configuration
Remote Access ConfigurationRemote Access Configuration
Configure Remote Access type and parameters
Remote Access [Disabled]
Remote Access [Disabled]Remote Access [Disabled]
Remote Access [Disabled]
Remote Access [Disabled]Remote Access [Disabled]
Enables or disables the remote access feature. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]
The succeeding items appear when the item [Enabled].
Serial port number [COM1]Serial port number [COM1]
Serial port number [COM1]
Serial port number [COM1]Serial port number [COM1]
Sets the serial port for console redirection. Make sure the selected port is enabled. Configuration options: [COM1] [COM2]
Base Address, IRQ [3F8h, 4]Base Address, IRQ [3F8h, 4]
Base Address, IRQ [3F8h, 4]
Base Address, IRQ [3F8h, 4]Base Address, IRQ [3F8h, 4]
Sets the base address and IRQ assignment of the selected serial port . This item is auto-detected and is not user-configurable.
Select Remote Access type.
Remote AccessRemote Access
Remote Access is set to
Remote AccessRemote Access
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]
Allows you to select the serial port mode settings. 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 TypeTerminal Type
Terminal Type
Terminal TypeTerminal Type
Allows you to select the target terminal type. Configuration options: [ANSI] [VT100] [VT-UTF8]
[ANSI] [ANSI]
[ANSI]
[ANSI] [ANSI]
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VT-UTF8 Combo Key Support [Enabled]VT-UTF8 Combo Key Support [Enabled]
VT-UTF8 Combo Key Support [Enabled]
VT-UTF8 Combo Key Support [Enabled]VT-UTF8 Combo Key Support [Enabled]
Enables or disables the VT-UTF8 combo key support for ANSI or VT100 terminals. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]
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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.
Configure advanced CPU Settings
Manufacturer : Intel Brand String : Genuine Intel (R) CPU 3.20GHz Frequency : 3200 MHz FSB Speed : 800 MHz
Cache L1 : 16 KB Cache L2 : 1024 KB Cache L3 : 0 KB
Ratio Status: Unlocked (Max:16, Min:14) Ratio Actual Value : 14
Max CPUID Value Limit: [Disabled] Execute Disable Function [Disabled] Enhanced C1 Control [Auto] Hardware Prefetcher: [Enabled] Adjacent Cache Line Prefetch: [Enabled] CPU Internal Thermal Control [Auto] Hyper Threading Technology [Enabled]
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.
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]
Enable this item to boot legacy operating systems that cannot support CPUs with extended CPUID functions. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]
Execute Disable Function [Disabled]Execute Disable Function [Disabled]
Execute Disable Function [Disabled]
Execute Disable Function [Disabled]Execute Disable Function [Disabled]
Allows you to enable or disable the execute disable function. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]
Enhanced C1 Control [Auto]Enhanced C1 Control [Auto]
Enhanced C1 Control [Auto]
Enhanced C1 Control [Auto]Enhanced C1 Control [Auto]
When set to [Auto], 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: [Auto] [Disabled]
Hardware Prefetcher [Enabled]Hardware Prefetcher [Enabled]
Hardware Prefetcher [Enabled]
Hardware Prefetcher [Enabled]Hardware Prefetcher [Enabled]
Allows you to enable or disable the hardware prefetcher feature. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]
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Adjacent Cache Line Prefetch [Enabled]Adjacent Cache Line Prefetch [Enabled]
Adjacent Cache Line Prefetch [Enabled]
Adjacent Cache Line Prefetch [Enabled]Adjacent Cache Line Prefetch [Enabled]
Allows you to enable or disable the adjacent cache line prefetch feature. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]
CPU Internal Thermal Control [Auto]CPU Internal Thermal Control [Auto]
CPU Internal Thermal Control [Auto]
CPU Internal Thermal Control [Auto]CPU Internal Thermal Control [Auto]
Disables or sets the CPU internal thermal control. Configuration options: [Auto] [Disabled]
The following item appears only when you installed an Intel processor that supports Hyper Threading Technology.
Hyper Threading Technology [Enabled]Hyper Threading Technology [Enabled]
Hyper Threading Technology [Enabled]
Hyper Threading Technology [Enabled]Hyper Threading Technology [Enabled]
®
Pentium® 4
Allows you to enable or disable the processor Hyper Threading Technology. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]
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Chipset
ChipsetChipset
The Chipset menu allows you to change the advanced chipset settings. Select an item then press <Enter> to display the sub-menu.
Advanced Chipset Settings
DRAM Frequency [Auto] Configure DRAM Timing by SPD [Enabled]
Onboard LAN Boot ROM [Disabled]
PEG Port Configuration
PEG Port [Enabled]
PEG Port VC1 Map [TC7] PEG Force x1 [Disabled]
Memory Remap Feature [Disabled]
Manual DRAM Frequency Setting or Auto by SPD.
DRAM Frequency [Auto]DRAM Frequency [Auto]
DRAM Frequency [Auto]
DRAM Frequency [Auto]DRAM Frequency [Auto]
Allows you to manually set the DRAM frequency. Setting to [Auto] allows the BIOS to automatically set the DRAM frequency by Serial Presence Detect (SPD). Configuration options: [Auto] [533 MHz] [667 MHz]
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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. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]
The following sub-items appear when this item is Disabled.
DRAM CAS# Latency [5 Clocks]
Controls the latency between the SDRAM read command and the time the data actually becomes available. Configuration options: [5 Clocks] [4 Clocks] [3 Clocks] [6 Clocks]
DRAM RAS# Precharge [4 Clocks]
Controls the idle clocks after issuing a precharge command to the DDR SDRAM. Configuration options: [2 Clocks] [3 Clocks] [4 Clocks] [5 Clocks]
DRAM RAS# to CAS# Delay [4 Clocks]
Controls the latency between the DDR SDRAM active command and the read/write command. Configuration options: [2 Clocks] [3 Clocks] [4 Clocks] [5 Clocks]
DRAM RAS# Activate to Precharge Delay [15 Clocks]
Configuration options: [1 Clock] ~ [15 Clocks]
DRAM Write Recovery Time [4 Clocks]
Sets the DRAM write recovery time. Configuration options: [2 Clocks] [3 Clocks] [4 Clocks] [5 Clocks]
Onboard LAN Boot ROM [Disabled]Onboard LAN Boot ROM [Disabled]
Onboard LAN Boot ROM [Disabled]
Onboard LAN Boot ROM [Disabled]Onboard LAN Boot ROM [Disabled]
Allows you to enable or disable the onboard LAN boot ROM. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]
PEG Port [Enabled]PEG Port [Enabled]
PEG Port [Enabled]
PEG Port [Enabled]PEG Port [Enabled]
Allows you to enable or disable the PCI Express Graphics port. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]
PEG Port VC1 Map [TC7]
Allows you to disable or set the PCI Express Graphics port VC1 map. Configuration options: [Disabled] [TC1] ~ [TC7]
PEG Force x1 [Disabled]
Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]
Memory Remap Feature [Disabled]Memory Remap Feature [Disabled]
Memory Remap Feature [Disabled]
Memory Remap Feature [Disabled]Memory Remap Feature [Disabled]
Allows you to enable or disable the memory remap feature. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]
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Onboard Devices ConfigurationOnboard Devices Configuration
Onboard Devices Configuration
Onboard Devices ConfigurationOnboard Devices Configuration
Configure Win627EHF Super IO Chipset
Serial Port1 Address [3F8/IRQ4] Serial Port2 Address [2F8/IRQ3]
Serial Port2 Mode [Normal] Parallel Port Address [378] Parallel Port Mode [ECP]
ECP Mode DMA Channel [DMA3] Parallel Port IRQ [IRQ7]
Serial Port1 Address [3F8/IRQ4]Serial Port1 Address [3F8/IRQ4]
Serial Port1 Address [3F8/IRQ4]
Serial Port1 Address [3F8/IRQ4]Serial Port1 Address [3F8/IRQ4]
Enable or disable the Azalia controller.
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 Port1 base address. Configuration options: [Disabled] [2F8/IRQ3] [3E8/IRQ4] [2E8/IRQ3]
Serial Port2 Mode [Normal]
Allows the BIOS to select the Serial Port 2 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 [ECP]Parallel Port Mode [ECP]
Parallel Port Mode [ECP]
Parallel Port Mode [ECP]Parallel Port Mode [ECP]
Allows you to select the Parallel Port mode. Configuration options: [Normal] [Bi-directional] [EPP] [ECP]
ECP Mode DMA Channel [DMA3]ECP Mode DMA Channel [DMA3]
ECP Mode DMA Channel [DMA3]
ECP Mode DMA Channel [DMA3]ECP Mode DMA Channel [DMA3]
Appears only when the Parallel Port Mode is set to [ECP]. This item allows you to set the Parallel Port ECP DMA. Configuration options: [DMA0] [DMA1] [DMA3]
EPP Version [1.9]EPP Version [1.9]
EPP Version [1.9]
EPP Version [1.9]EPP Version [1.9]
Allows selection of the Parallel Port EPP version. This item appears only when the
Parallel Port ModeParallel Port Mode
Parallel Port Mode is set to
Parallel Port ModeParallel Port Mode
EPPEPP
EPP.
EPPEPP
Configuration options: [1.9] [1.7]
Parallel Port IRQ [IRQ7]
Allows selection of the Parallel Port IRQ.
Configuration options: [IRQ5] [IRQ7]
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PCI PnPPCI PnP
PCI PnP
PCI PnPPCI PnP
The PCI PnP menu items allow you to change the advanced settings for PCI/PnP devices. The menu includes setting 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 PCI/PnP Settings
WARNING: Setting wrong values in below sections
may cause system to malfunction.
Plug And Play O/S [No] PCI Latency Timer [64] Allocate IRQ to PCI VGA [Yes] Palette Snooping [Disabled]
IRQ-3 assigned to [PCI Device] IRQ-4 assigned to [PCI Device] IRQ-5 assigned to [PCI Device] IRQ-7 assigned to [PCI Device] IRQ-9 assigned to [PCI Device] IRQ-10 assigned to [PCI Device] IRQ-11 assigned to [PCI Device] IRQ-14 assigned to [PCI Device] IRQ-15 assigned to [PCI Device]
Plug and Play O/S [No]Plug and Play O/S [No]
Plug and Play O/S [No]
Plug and Play O/S [No]Plug and Play O/S [No]
No: Lets the BIOS configure all the devices in the system.
Yes: Lets the operating system configure Plug and Play (PnP) devices not required for boot if your system has a Plug and Play operating system.
When set to [No], BIOS configures all the devices in the system. When set to [Yes] and if you install a Plug and Play operating system, the operating system configures the Plug and Play devices not required for boot. Configuration options: [No] [Yes]
PCI Latency Timer [64]PCI Latency Timer [64]
PCI Latency Timer [64]
PCI Latency Timer [64]PCI Latency Timer [64]
Allows you to select the value in units of PCI clocks for the PCI device latency timer register. Configuration options: [32] [64] [96] [128] [160] [192] [224] [248]
Allocate IRQ to PCI VGA [Yes]Allocate IRQ to PCI VGA [Yes]
Allocate IRQ to PCI VGA [Yes]
Allocate IRQ to PCI VGA [Yes]Allocate IRQ to PCI VGA [Yes]
When set to [Yes], BIOS assigns an IRQ to PCI VGA card if the card requests for an IRQ. When set to [No], BIOS does not assign an IRQ to the PCI VGA card even if requested. Configuration options: [Yes] [No]
Palette Snooping [Disabled]Palette Snooping [Disabled]
Palette Snooping [Disabled]
Palette Snooping [Disabled]Palette Snooping [Disabled]
When set to [Enabled], the palette snooping feature informs the PCI devices that an ISA graphics device is installed in the system so that the latter can function correctly. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]
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IRQ-xx assigned to [PCI Device]IRQ-xx assigned to [PCI Device]
IRQ-xx assigned to [PCI Device]
IRQ-xx assigned to [PCI Device]IRQ-xx assigned to [PCI Device]
When set to [PCI Device], the specific IRQ is free for use of PCI/PnP devices. When set to [Reserved], the IRQ is reserved for legacy ISA devices. Configuration options: [PCI Device] [Reserved]
4.5 Power menu
The Power menu items allow you to change the settings for the ACPI and Advanced Power Management (APM). Select an item then press <Enter> to display the configuration options.
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]
Select the ACPI state used for System Suspend.
Allows you to enable or disable the Advanced Configuration and Power Interface (ACPI) support in the Advanced Programmable Interrupt Controller (APIC). When set to Enabled, the ACPI APIC table pointer is included in the RSDT pointer list. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]
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APM ConfigurationAPM Configuration
APM Configuration
APM ConfigurationAPM Configuration
APM Configuration
Restore on AC Power Loss [Last State] Resume On RTC Alarm [Disabled] Power On By PS/2 Keyboard [Disabled] Power On By PS/2 Mouse [Disabled] Power On Ring [Disabled] Power On By PCI Devices [Disabled]
Keyboard Wakeup Password : Not Installed
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]
Power Off Power On Last State
Options
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 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. When this item is set to Enabled, the items RTC Alarm Date, RTC Alarm Hour, RTC Alarm Minute, and RTC Alarm Second appear with set values. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]
Power On By PS/2 Keyboard [Disabled]Power On By PS/2 Keyboard [Disabled]
Power On By PS/2 Keyboard [Disabled]
Power On By PS/2 Keyboard [Disabled]Power On By PS/2 Keyboard [Disabled]
Allows you to use specific keys on the keyboard to turn on the system. This feature requires an ATX power supply that provides at least 1A on the +5VSB lead. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]
Power On By PS/2 Mouse [Disabled]Power On By PS/2 Mouse [Disabled]
Power On By PS/2 Mouse [Disabled]
Power On By PS/2 Mouse [Disabled]Power On By PS/2 Mouse [Disabled]
When set to [Enabled], this parameter allows you to use the PS/2 mouse to turn on the system. This feature requires an ATX power supply that provides at least 1A on the +5VSB lead. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]
Power On Ring [Disabled]Power On Ring [Disabled]
Power On Ring [Disabled]
Power On Ring [Disabled]Power On Ring [Disabled]
Allows you to enable or disable the RI to generate a wake event. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]
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Power On By PCI Devices [Disabled]Power On By PCI Devices [Disabled]
Power On By PCI Devices [Disabled]
Power On By PCI Devices [Disabled]Power On By PCI Devices [Disabled]
When set to [Enabled], this parameter allows you to turn on the system through a PCI LAN or modem card. This feature requires an ATX power supply that provides at least 1A on the +5VSB lead. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]
Keyboard Wakeup PasswordKeyboard Wakeup Password
Keyboard Wakeup Password
Keyboard Wakeup PasswordKeyboard Wakeup Password
This item appears only when the Power On By PS/2 Keyboard is set to Enabled. Select this item to set or change the keyboard wakeup password.
Keyboard Wakeup PasswordKeyboard Wakeup Password
The
Keyboard Wakeup Password item that appears below shows the
Keyboard Wakeup PasswordKeyboard Wakeup Password default InstalledInstalled
Installed.
InstalledInstalled
Not InstalledNot Installed
Not Installed. After you have set a password, this item shows
Not InstalledNot Installed
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Hardware Monitor
CPU Temperature [51ºC/122.5ºF] MB Temperature [41ºC/105.5ºF]
CPU1 Fan Speed [3813 RPM] CPU2 Fan Speed [N/A] Front Fan1 Speed [N/A] Front Fan2 Speed [N/A] Rear Fan1 Speed [N/A] Rear Fan2 Speed [N/A]
Smart Fan Control [Disabled]
VCORE1 Voltage [ 1.320V]
3.3V Voltage [ 3.345V] 5V Voltage [ 5.094V] 5VSB Voltage [ 4.824V] VBAT Voltage [3.040V] 12V Voltage [11.880V]
CPU Temperature [xxxºC/xxxºF]CPU Temperature [xxxºC/xxxºF]
CPU Temperature [xxxºC/xxxºF]
CPU Temperature [xxxºC/xxxºF]CPU Temperature [xxxºC/xxxºF] MB Temperature [xxxºC/xxxºF]MB Temperature [xxxºC/xxxºF]
MB Temperature [xxxºC/xxxºF]
MB Temperature [xxxºC/xxxºF]MB Temperature [xxxºC/xxxºF]
Hardware MonitorHardware Monitor
Hardware Monitor
Hardware MonitorHardware Monitor
CPU1 Temperature
The onboard hardware monitor automatically detects and displays the motherboard, CPU, and ambient temperatures. Select Ignored if you do not wish to display the detected temperatures.
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CPU Fan 1/2 Speed [xxxxRPM] or [N/A]CPU Fan 1/2 Speed [xxxxRPM] or [N/A]
CPU Fan 1/2 Speed [xxxxRPM] or [N/A]
CPU Fan 1/2 Speed [xxxxRPM] or [N/A]CPU Fan 1/2 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 fan speed in rotations per minute (RPM). If the fan is not connected to the motherboard, the field shows N/A.
Smart Fan Control [Disabled]Smart Fan Control [Disabled]
Smart Fan Control [Disabled]
Smart Fan Control [Disabled]Smart Fan Control [Disabled]
Allows you to enable or disable the ASUS Smart Fan feature that smartly adjusts the fan speeds for more efficient system operation. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]
When Temperature Temperature
Temperature item appears.
Temperature Temperature
CPU Temperature [xxx]CPU Temperature [xxx]
CPU Temperature [xxx]
CPU Temperature [xxx]CPU Temperature [xxx]
Allows you to set the temperature threshold when the CPU fan speed is increased. If the CPU/MB temperature is above your setting, the CPU fan runs at its maximum speed. If the CPU/MB temperature is below your setting, the CPU fan runs at a lower speed. To set, use the <-> or <+> key. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]
VCORE1 Voltage, 3.3V Voltage, 5V Voltage, 5VSBVCORE1 Voltage, 3.3V Voltage, 5V Voltage, 5VSB
VCORE1 Voltage, 3.3V Voltage, 5V Voltage, 5VSB
VCORE1 Voltage, 3.3V Voltage, 5V Voltage, 5VSBVCORE1 Voltage, 3.3V Voltage, 5V Voltage, 5VSB Voltage, VBAT Voltage, 12V VoltageVoltage, VBAT Voltage, 12V Voltage
Voltage, VBAT Voltage, 12V Voltage
Voltage, VBAT Voltage, 12V VoltageVoltage, VBAT Voltage, 12V Voltage
The onboard hardware monitor automatically detects the voltage output through the onboard voltage regulators.
Smart Fan Control Smart Fan Control
Smart Fan Control item is set to [Enabled], the
Smart Fan Control Smart Fan Control
CPUCPU
CPU
CPUCPU
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4.6 Boot menu
The Boot menu items allow you to change the system boot options. Select an item then press <Enter> to display the sub-menu.
Boot Settings
Boot Device Priority
Boot Settings Configuration Security
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Boot Device Priority
1st Boot Device [1st FLOPPY DRIVE] 2nd Boot Device [PM-ST320410A] 3rd Boot Device [PS-ASUS CD-S520/A] 4th Boot Device [MBA v7.6.6 Slot 03] 5th Boot Device [MBA v7.6.6 Slot 02]
Boot Device PriorityBoot Device Priority
Boot Device Priority
Boot Device PriorityBoot Device Priority
Specifies the Boot Device Boot Priority sequence.
Select Screen Select Item Enter Go to Sub-screen F1 General Help F10 Save and Exit ESC Exit
Specifies the boot sequence from the availabe devices.
1st ~ xxth Boot Device [1st Floppy Drive]1st ~ xxth Boot Device [1st Floppy Drive]
1st ~ xxth Boot Device [1st Floppy Drive]
1st ~ xxth Boot Device [1st Floppy Drive]1st ~ xxth Boot Device [1st Floppy Drive]
These items specify the boot device priority sequence from the available devices. The number of device items that appears on the screen depends on the number of devices installed in the system. Configuration options: [xxxxx Drive] [Disabled]
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Boot Settings ConfigurationBoot Settings Configuration
Boot Settings Configuration
Boot Settings ConfigurationBoot Settings Configuration
Boot Settings Configuration
Quick Boot [Enabled] Full Screen Logo [Enabled] AddOn ROM Display Mode [ForceBIOS] Bootup Num-Lock [On] PS/2 Mouse Support [Auto] Wait For ‘F1’ If Error [Enabled] Hit ‘DEL’ Message Display [Enabled] Interrupt 19 Capture [Enabled]
Quick Boot [Enabled]Quick Boot [Enabled]
Quick Boot [Enabled]
Quick Boot [Enabled]Quick Boot [Enabled]
Allows BIOS to skip certain tests while booting. This will decrease the time needed to boot the system.
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]
This 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.
AddOn ROM Display Mode [ForceBIOS]AddOn ROM Display Mode [ForceBIOS]
AddOn ROM Display Mode [ForceBIOS]
AddOn ROM Display Mode [ForceBIOS]AddOn ROM Display Mode [ForceBIOS]
Sets the display mode for the option ROM. Configuration options: [ForceBIOS] [Keep Current]
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]
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Hit ‘DEL’ Message Display [Enabled]Hit ‘DEL’ Message Display [Enabled]
Hit ‘DEL’ Message Display [Enabled]
Hit ‘DEL’ Message Display [Enabled]Hit ‘DEL’ Message Display [Enabled]
When set to Enabled, the system displays the message “Press DEL to run Setup” during POST. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]
Interrupt 19 Capture [Enabled]Interrupt 19 Capture [Enabled]
Interrupt 19 Capture [Enabled]
Interrupt 19 Capture [Enabled]Interrupt 19 Capture [Enabled]
When set to [Enabled], this function allows the option ROMs to trap Interrupt 19. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]
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SecuritySecurity
Security
SecuritySecurity
The Security menu items allow you to change the system security settings. Select an item then press <Enter> to display the configuration options.
Security Settings
Supervisor Password : Not Installed User Password : Not Installed
Change Supervisor Password Change User Password
Change Supervisor PasswordChange Supervisor Password
Change Supervisor Password
Change Supervisor PasswordChange Supervisor Password
<Enter> to change password. <Enter> again to disabled password.
Select this item to set or change the supervisor password. The Supervisor Password item on top of the screen shows the default After you set a password, this item shows
InstalledInstalled
Installed.
InstalledInstalled
Not InstalledNot Installed
Not Installed.
Not InstalledNot Installed
To set a Supervisor Password:
1. Select the Change Supervisor Password item and press <Enter>.
2. From the password box, type a password composed of at least six
letters and/or numbers, then press <Enter>.
3. Confirm the password when prompted.
The message “Password Installed” appears after you successfully set your password.
To change the supervisor password, follow the same steps as in setting a user password.
To clear the supervisor password, select the Change Supervisor Password then press <Enter>. The message “Password Uninstalled” appears.
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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.
After you have set a supervisor password, the other items appear to allow you to change other security settings.
Security Settings
Supervisor Password : Not Installed User Password : Not Installed
Change Supervisor Password User Access Level [Full Access] Change User Password Clear User Password Password Check [Setup]
User Access Level (Full Access]User Access Level (Full Access]
User Access Level (Full Access]
User Access Level (Full Access]User Access Level (Full Access]
<Enter> to change password. <Enter> again to disabled password.
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.
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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 User Password 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
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.
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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.
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]
4.7 Exit menu
The Exit menu items allow you to load the optimal or failsafe default values for the BIOS items, and save or discard your changes to the BIOS items.
Exit Options
Exit & Save Changes Exit & Discard Changes Discard Changes
Load Setup Defaults
Pressing <Esc> does not immediately exit this menu. Select one of the options from this menu or <F10> from the legend bar to exit.
Exit system setup after saving the changes. F10 key can be used for this operation.
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Exit & Save Changes
Exit & Save ChangesExit & Save Changes
Once you are finished making your selections, choose this option from the Exit menu to ensure the values you selected are saved to the CMOS RAM. An onboard backup battery sustains the CMOS RAM so it stays on even when the PC is turned off. When you select this option, a confirmation window appears. Select [OK] to save changes and exit.
If you attempt to exit the Setup program without saving your changes, the program prompts you with a message asking if you want to save your changes before exiting. Press <Enter> to save the changes while exiting.
Exit & Discard ChangesExit & Discard Changes
Exit & Discard Changes
Exit & Discard ChangesExit & Discard Changes
Select this option only if you do not want to save the changes that you made to the Setup program. If you made changes to fields other than System Date, System Time, and Password, the BIOS asks for a confirmation before exiting.
Discard ChangesDiscard Changes
Discard Changes
Discard ChangesDiscard Changes
This option allows you to discard the selections you made and restore the previously saved values. After selecting this option, a confirmation appears. Select [OK] to discard any changes and load the previously saved values.
Load Setup DefaultsLoad Setup Defaults
Load Setup Defaults
Load Setup DefaultsLoad Setup Defaults
This option allows you to load the default values for each of the parameters on the Setup menus. When you select this option or if you press <F5>, a confirmation window appears. Select [OK] to load default values. Select saving the values to the non-volatile RAM.
Exit & Save ChangesExit & Save Changes
Exit & Save Changes or make other changes before
Exit & Save ChangesExit & Save Changes
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This chapter provides information on RAID configurations for this motherboard.
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The server system/motherboard comes with the LSI Logic Embedded SATA RAID LSI Logic Embedded SATA RAID
LSI Logic Embedded SATA RAID technology built-in the Intel
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SouthBridge chipset that allows you to configure IDE and Serial ATA hard disk drives as RAID sets. The motherboard supports the following RAID configurations:
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(Data striping)
optimizes two identical hard disk drives to read and write data in parallel, interleaved stacks. Two hard disks perform the same work as a single drive but at a sustained data transfer rate, double that of a single disk alone, thus improving data access and storage. Use of two new identical hard disk drives is required for this setup.
RAID 1RAID 1
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(Data mirroring)
copies and maintains an identical image of data from one drive to a second drive. If one drive fails, the disk array management software directs all applications to the surviving drive as it contains a complete copy of the data in the other drive. This RAID configuration provides data protection and increases fault tolerance to the entire system. Use two new drives or use an existing drive and a new drive for this setup. The new drive must be of the same size or larger than the existing drive.
RAID 5RAID 5
RAID 5 stripes both data and parity information across three or more hard
RAID 5RAID 5 disk drives. Among the advantages of RAID 5 configuration include better HDD performance, fault tolerance, and higher storage capacity. The RAID 5 configuration is best suited for transaction processing, relational database applications, enterprise resource planning, and other business systems. Use a minimum of three identical hard disk drives for this setup.
RAID 10RAID 10
RAID 10 is a striped configuration with RAID 1 segments whose segments
RAID 10RAID 10 are RAID 1 arrays. This configuration has the same fault tolerance as RAID 1, and has the same overhead for fault-tolerance as mirroring alone. RAID 10 achieves high input/output rates by striping RAID 1 segments. In some instances, a RAID 10 configuration can sustain multiple simultaneous drive failure. A minimum of four hard disk drives is required for this setup.
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Matrix Storage. The Intel® Matrix Storage technology supported
Matrix Storage Matrix Storage by the ICH7R chip allows you to create a RAID 0 and a RAID 1 set using only two identical hard disk drives. The Intel® Matrix Storage technology creates two partitions on each hard disk drive to create a virtual RAID 0 and RAID 1 sets. This technology also allows you to change the hard disk drive partition size without losing any data.
If you want to boot the system from a hard disk drive included in a created RAID set, copy first the RAID driver from the support CD to a floppy disk before you install an operating system to the selected hard disk drive. Refer to section “2. RAID driver installation” for details.
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The motherboard supports Serial ATA hard disk drives. For optimal performance, install identical drives of the same model and capacity when creating a disk array.
To install the SATA hard disks for a RAID configuration:
1. Install the SATA hard disks into the drive bays.
2. Connect the SATA signal cables.
3. Connect a SATA power cable to the power connector on each drive.
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This motherboard supports RAID 0, RAID 1, and Intel configurations for Serial ATA hard disks drives through the Intel Southbridge chip.
Setting the RAID item in BIOSSetting the RAID item in BIOS
Setting the RAID item in BIOS
Setting the RAID item in BIOSSetting the RAID item in BIOS
You must set the RAID item in the BIOS Setup before you can create a RAID set(s). To do this:
1. Enter the BIOS Setup during POST.
2. Go to the
3. Select the item the configuration options.
4. Select press <Enter>.
5. Select the item then select
6. Save your changes, then exit the BIOS Setup.
Main MenuMain Menu
Main Menu, select
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Configure SATA AsConfigure SATA As
Configure SATA As, then press <Enter> to display
Configure SATA AsConfigure SATA As
RAID RAID
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Onboard Serial-ATA BOOTROM, press <Enter>,
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Enabled from the options.
EnabledEnabled
Refer to the system or the motherboard user guide for details on entering and navigating through the BIOS Setup.
Configure SATA As Configure SATA As
Configure SATA As item options, then
Configure SATA As Configure SATA As
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IDE Configuration, then press <Enter>.
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