ASUS P5S800-VM User Manual

P5S800-VM

Motherboard

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Revised Edition V4Revised Edition V4

Revised Edition V4

Revised Edition V4Revised Edition V4
January 2006January 2006

January 2006

January 2006January 2006

Copyright © 2006 ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. All Rights Reserved.

No part of this manual, including the products and software described in it, may be reproduced,
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Contents

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

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

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

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

P5S800-VM specifications summary ................................................... x

Chapter 1: Product introductionChapter 1: Product introduction

Chapter 1: Product introduction

Chapter 1: Product introductionChapter 1: Product introduction

1.1 Welcome! .............................................................................. 1-2

1.2 Package contents ................................................................. 1-2

1.3 Special features .................................................................... 1-3

1.3.1 Product highlights................................................... 1-3

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

1.4 Before you proceed .............................................................. 1-5

1.5 Motherboard overview .......................................................... 1-6

1.5.1 Placement direction ................................................ 1-6

1.5.2 Screw holes ............................................................ 1-6

1.5.3 Motherboard layout ................................................ 1-7

1.6 Central Processing Unit (CPU) .............................................. 1-8

1.6.1 Installling the CPU ................................................... 1-8

1.6.2 Installling the CPU heatsink and fan ..................... 1-11

1.6.3 Uninstallling the CPU heatsink and fan ................. 1-13

1.7 System memory ................................................................. 1-15

1.7.1 Overview ............................................................... 1-15

1.7.2 DDR Qualified Vendors List ................................... 1-15

1.7.3 Installing a DIMM ................................................... 1-17

1.7.4 Removing a DIMM ................................................. 1-17

1.8 Expansion slots ................................................................... 1-18

1.8.1 Installing an expansion card .................................. 1-18

1.8.2 Configuring an expansion card.............................. 1-18

1.8.3 Interrupt assignments .......................................... 1-19

1.8.4 PCI slots ................................................................ 1-20

1.8.5 AGP slot ................................................................ 1-20

1.9 Jumpers .............................................................................. 1-21

1.10 Connectors ......................................................................... 1-22

1.10.1 Rear panel connectors .......................................... 1-22

1.10.2 Internal connectors............................................... 1-24

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Chapter 2: BIOS setupChapter 2: BIOS setup

Chapter 2: BIOS setup

Chapter 2: BIOS setupChapter 2: BIOS setup

2.1 Managing and updating your BIOS ........................................ 2-2

2.1.1 Creating a bootable floppy disk .............................. 2-2

2.1.2 ASUS EZ Flash utility .............................................. 2-3

2.1.3 AFUDOS utility ........................................................ 2-4

2.1.4 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 2 utility ................................ 2-6

2.1.5 ASUS Update utility ................................................ 2-8

2.2 BIOS setup program ........................................................... 2-11

2.2.1 BIOS menu screen ................................................. 2-12

2.2.2 Menu bar ............................................................... 2-12

2.2.3 Navigation keys .................................................... 2-12

2.2.4 Menu items ........................................................... 2-13

2.2.5 Sub-menu items ................................................... 2-13

2.2.6 Configuration fields .............................................. 2-13

2.2.7 Pop-up window ..................................................... 2-13

2.2.8 Scroll bar .............................................................. 2-13

2.2.9 General help .......................................................... 2-13

2.3 Main menu .......................................................................... 2-14

2.3.1 System Time ......................................................... 2-14

2.3.2 System Date ......................................................... 2-14

2.3.3 Legacy Diskette A ................................................ 2-14

2.3.4 Primary and Secondary IDE Master/Slave ............. 2-15

2.3.5 OnChip SATA Controller ....................................... 2-16

2.3.6 System Information .............................................. 2-16

2.4 Advanced menu .................................................................. 2-17

2.4.1 JumperFree Configuration .................................... 2-17

2.4.2 CPU Configuration ................................................. 2-18

2.4.3 Chipset ................................................................. 2-19

2.4.4 Onboard Devices Configuration ............................ 2-20

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2.4.5 PCI PnP ................................................................. 2-22

2.4.6 USB Configuration................................................. 2-23

2.4.7 Instant Music Configuration .................................. 2-24

2.5 Power menu ........................................................................ 2-25

2.5.1 Suspend Mode ...................................................... 2-25

2.5.2 ACPI 2.0 Support .................................................. 2-25

Contents

2.5.3 ACPI APIC Support ................................................ 2-25

2.5.4 APM Configuration ................................................ 2-26

2.5.5 Hardware Monitor ................................................. 2-27

2.6 Boot menu .......................................................................... 2-29

2.6.1 Boot Device Priority .............................................. 2-29

2.6.2 Disk Drives ............................................................ 2-29

2.6.3 Boot Settings Configuration ................................. 2-30

2.6.4 Security ................................................................ 2-31

2.7 Exit menu ........................................................................... 2-33

Chapter 3: Software supportChapter 3: Software support

Chapter 3: Software support

Chapter 3: Software supportChapter 3: Software support

3.1 Installing an operating system ............................................. 3-2

3.2 Support CD information ........................................................ 3-2

3.2.1 Running the support CD ......................................... 3-2

3.2.2 Drivers menu .......................................................... 3-3

3.2.3 Utilities menu .......................................................... 3-4

3.2.4 ASUS Contact information ...................................... 3-5

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Notices

Federal Communications Commission StatementFederal Communications Commission Statement

Federal Communications Commission Statement

Federal Communications Commission StatementFederal Communications Commission Statement

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

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This device may not cause harmful interference, and

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

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

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Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

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Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

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

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

The use of shielded cables for connection of the monitor to the graphics
card is required to assure compliance with FCC regulations. Changes or
modifications to this unit not expressly approved by the party
responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate
this equipment.

Canadian Department of Communications StatementCanadian Department of Communications Statement

Canadian Department of Communications Statement

Canadian Department of Communications StatementCanadian Department of Communications Statement

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

This class B digital apparatus complies with CanadianThis class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian

This class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian

This class B digital apparatus complies with CanadianThis class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian
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Safety information

Electrical safetyElectrical safety

Electrical safety

Electrical safetyElectrical safety

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To prevent electrical shock hazard, disconnect the power cable from
the electrical outlet before relocating the system.

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When adding or removing devices to or from the system, ensure that
the power cables for the devices are unplugged before the signal cables
are connected. If possible, disconnect all power cables from the existing
system before you add a device.

•

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.

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If the power supply is broken, do not try to fix it by yourself. Contact a
qualified service technician or your retailer.

Operation safetyOperation safety

Operation safety

Operation safetyOperation safety

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Before installing the motherboard and adding devices on it, carefully read
all the manuals that came with the package.

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Before using the product, make sure all cables are correctly connected
and the power cables are not damaged. If you detect any damage,
contact your dealer immediately.

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

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

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Place the product on a stable surface.

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

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About this guide

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

How this guide is organizedHow this guide is organized

How this guide is organized

How this guide is organizedHow this guide is organized

This manual contains the following parts:

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Chapter 1: Product introductionChapter 1: Product introduction

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Chapter 1: Product introduction

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

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

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Chapter 2: BIOS setupChapter 2: BIOS setup

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Chapter 2: BIOS setup

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Chapter 2: BIOS setupChapter 2: BIOS setup
This chapter tells how to change system settings through the BIOS

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

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Chapter 3: Software supportChapter 3: Software support

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Chapter 3: Software support

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Chapter 3: Software supportChapter 3: Software support
This chapter describes the contents of the support CD that comes

with the motherboard package.

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

1.

ASUS websites

1.1.

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

and software products. Refer to the ASUS contact information.

2.2.

Optional documentationOptional documentation

2.

Optional documentation

2.2.

Optional documentationOptional documentation
Your product package may include optional documentation, such as

warranty flyers, that may have been added by your dealer. These
documents are not part of the standard package.

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Conventions used in this guideConventions used in this guide

Conventions used in this guide

Conventions used in this guideConventions used in this guide

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

DANGER/WARNING: DANGER/WARNING:

DANGER/WARNING: Information to prevent injury to yourself

DANGER/WARNING: DANGER/WARNING:
when trying to complete a task.

CAUTION:CAUTION:

CAUTION: Information to prevent damage to the components

CAUTION:CAUTION:
when trying to complete a task.

IMPORTANT: IMPORTANT:

IMPORTANT: Instructions that you MUST follow to complete a

IMPORTANT: IMPORTANT:
task.

NOTE: NOTE:

NOTE: Tips and additional information to help you complete a

NOTE: NOTE:
task.

Typography

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 sign means

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

Used to emphasize a word or a phrase

that you must press the enclosed key

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

key names are linked with a plus sign (+)

Example: <Ctrl+Alt+D>

Command Means that you must type the command exactly 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 /iP5S800VM.ROM

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P5S800-VM specifications summary

CPUCPU

CPU

CPUCPU

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

LGA775 socket for Intel® Pentium® 4/CeleronD
Compatible with the Intel® PCG 04A and 04B processors
Supports Intel® Hyper-Threading Technology

Northbridge: SIS 661FX
Southbridge: SIS 964

800/533 MHz

2 x 184-pin DIMM sockets support up to 2GB of

unbufferred non-ECC 400/333/266 MHz DDR DIMMs

1 x AGP 8x (1.5V only)
3 x PCI slots

2 x Ultra DMA 133/100/66/33
2 x Serial ATA with RAID 0 and RAID 1 configuration

processor

AudioAudio

Audio

AudioAudio

LANLAN

LAN

LANLAN

USBUSB

USB

USBUSB

Special featuresSpecial features

Special features

Special featuresSpecial features

Rear panelRear panel

Rear panel

Rear panelRear panel

Realtek
S/PDIF out interface support
Universal Audio Jack (UAJ®) Sensing Technology support

Realtek® 10/100 Mbps Ethernet controller

Supports up to 8 USB 2.0 ports

Power Loss Restart
ASUS AI Audio
ASUS EZ Flash
ASUS CrashFree BIOS 2
ASUS MyLogo2™
Instant Music Lite

1 x Parallel port
1 x LAN (RJ-45) port
4 x USB 2.0 ports
1 x VGA port
1 x Serial port (COM)
1 x PS/2 keyboard port
1 x PS/2 mouse port
Audio I/O ports

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ALC655 6-channel CODEC

BIOS featuresBIOS features

BIOS features

BIOS featuresBIOS features

Industry standardIndustry standard

Industry standard

Industry standardIndustry standard

ManageabilityManageability

Manageability

ManageabilityManageability

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4 Mb Flash ROM, AMI BIOS, PnP, WfM2.0, DMI2.0,
SM BIOS 2.3, ASUS EZ Flash, CrashFree BIOS2, C.P.R.
(CPU Parameter Recall)

PCI 2.2, USB 2.0

WfM 2.0, DMI 2.0, WOL by PME, WOR by PME, Chassis
Intrussion

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P5S800-VM specifications summary

InternalInternal

Internal

InternalInternal
connectorsconnectors

connectors

connectorsconnectors

PowerPower

Power

PowerPower
RequirementRequirement

Requirement

RequirementRequirement

Form FactorForm Factor

Form Factor

Form FactorForm Factor

Support CDSupport CD

Support CD

Support CDSupport CD
contentscontents

contents

contentscontents

2 x USB 2.0 connectors for 4 additional USB 2.0 ports
1 x CPU fan connector
1 x Chassis fan connector
1 x 20-pin ATX power connector
1 x 4-pin ATX 12 V power connector
1 x 3-1 pin Power LED connector
1 x 4-pin Speaker out connector
1 x CD/AUX connector
1 x Chassis intrusion connector
1 x Front panel audio connector
1 x S/PDIF out connector
1 x Front panel connector

ATX power supply (with 20-pin and 4-pin 12 V plugs)

ATX form factor: 9.6 in x 9.6 in (24.4 cm x 24.4 cm)

Device drivers
ASUS PC Probe
ASUS Live Update utility
Anti-virus software (OEM version)

*Specifications are subject to change without notice.

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

introduction

Product

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ASUS P5S800-VM

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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

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.

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P5S800-VM motherboard! P5S800-VM motherboard!

P5S800-VM motherboard!

P5S800-VM motherboard! P5S800-VM motherboard!

1.2 Package contents

Check your motherboard package for the following items.

MotherboardMotherboard

Motherboard ASUS P5S800-VM motherboard

MotherboardMotherboard

CablesCables

Cables 2 x Serial ATA signal cables

CablesCables

1 x Ultra DMA/133 cables
1 x Floppy disk drive cable

AccessoriesAccessories

Accessories I/O shield

AccessoriesAccessories

Application CDsApplication CDs

Application CDs ASUS motherboard support CD

Application CDsApplication CDs

DocumentationDocumentation

Documentation User guide

DocumentationDocumentation

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

1.3 Special features

1.3.11.3.1

1.3.1

1.3.11.3.1

Latest processor technology Latest processor technology

Latest processor technology

Latest processor technology Latest processor technology

The motherboard comes with a 775-pin surface mount Land Grid Array
(LGA) socket designed for the Intel® Pentium® 4 processor in the 775-land
package. The motherboard supports the Intel® Pentium® 4 processor with
800 MHz Front Side Bus (FSB), 1 MB L2 cache, and core speed of up to

3.6 GHz. The motherboard also supports the Intel
Technology and is fully compatible with Intel
See page 1-8 for details.

Product highlightsProduct highlights

Product highlights

Product highlightsProduct highlights

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Hyper-Threading

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04B and 04A processors.

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Chapter 1: Product introductionChapter 1: Product introduction

Chapter 1: Product introduction

Chapter 1: Product introductionChapter 1: Product introduction

SIS Advanced HyperStreaming™ Architecture SIS Advanced HyperStreaming™ Architecture

SIS Advanced HyperStreaming™ Architecture

SIS Advanced HyperStreaming™ Architecture SIS Advanced HyperStreaming™ Architecture

The motherboard supports the SIS HyperStreaming™ technology that
smartly manages data streaming between the Northbridge and
Southbridge, memory, graphics interface, and other peripherals for efficient
and superior performance.

SIS Ultra-AGPII™ TechnologySIS Ultra-AGPII™ Technology

SIS Ultra-AGPII™ Technology

SIS Ultra-AGPII™ TechnologySIS Ultra-AGPII™ Technology

Outstanding graphics performance is achieved with the Ultra-AGPII™
technology that enables a VGA throughput of 3.2GB/s with DDR400
significantly increasing the 2.1GB/s speed provided by AGP8X.

Serial ATA technology Serial ATA technology

Serial ATA technology

Serial ATA technology Serial ATA technology

The motherboard supports the Serial ATA technology through the Serial ATA
interfaces and the SIS 964 chipset. The SATA specification allows for
thinner, more flexible cables with lower pin count, reduced voltage
requirement, and up to 150 MB/s data transfer rate. See page 1-25 for
details.

Onboard RAID solutionOnboard RAID solution

Onboard RAID solution

Onboard RAID solutionOnboard RAID solution

The onboard SIS 964 chipset allows RAID 0 or RAID 1 configuration for two
SATA connectors.

AI Audio AI Audio

AI Audio

AI Audio AI Audio

The motherboard comes with the Realtek® ALC655 audio CODEC that lets
you enjoy high-quality 6-channel audio without having to buy advanced
sound cards. It also features intelligent detection of plugged peripherals
into the audio ports and identifies any incompatible devices. See page 1-23
for details.

S/PDIF digital sound ready S/PDIF digital sound ready

S/PDIF digital sound ready

S/PDIF digital sound ready S/PDIF digital sound ready

The motherboard supports the S/PDIF Out function through the S/PDIF
interfaces at midboard. The S/PDIF technology turns your computer into a
high-end entertainment system with digital connectivity to powerful audio and
speaker systems. See page 1-26 for details.

USB 2.0 technology USB 2.0 technology

USB 2.0 technology

USB 2.0 technology USB 2.0 technology

The motherboard implements the Universal Serial Bus (USB) 2.0
specification, dramatically increasing the connection speed from the
12 Mbps bandwidth on USB 1.1 to a fast 480 Mbps on USB 2.0. USB 2.0 is
backward compatible with USB 1.1. See page 1-28 for details.

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

Temperature, fan, and voltage monitoring

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

The CPU temperature is monitored by the ASIC (integrated in the Winbond
Super I/O) to prevent overheating and damage. The system fan rotations
per minute (RPM) is monitored for timely failure detection. The ASIC
monitors the voltage levels to ensure stable supply of current for critical
components. See page 2-27 for details.

1.3.21.3.2

1.3.2

1.3.21.3.2

CrashFree BIOS 2 CrashFree BIOS 2

CrashFree BIOS 2

CrashFree BIOS 2 CrashFree BIOS 2

This feature allows you to restore the original BIOS data from the support CD
in case when the BIOS codes and data are corrupted. This protection
eliminates the need to buy a replacement ROM chip. See details on page 2-6.

ASUS MyLogo2™ ASUS MyLogo2™

ASUS MyLogo2™

ASUS MyLogo2™ ASUS MyLogo2™

This new feature present in the motherboard allows you to personalize and
add style to your system with customizable boot logos. See page 2-31.

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 2-3 for details.

Innovative ASUS featuresInnovative ASUS features

Innovative ASUS features

Innovative ASUS featuresInnovative ASUS features

Instant Music Lite Instant Music Lite

Instant Music Lite

Instant Music Lite Instant Music Lite

This unique feature allows you to playback audio CDs even without booting
the system to Windows®. Just press the ASUS Instant Music special
function keys and enjoy the music! See page 2-25.

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Chapter 1: Product introduction

Chapter 1: Product introductionChapter 1: Product introduction

1.4 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 to
a metal object, such as the power supply case, before handling
components to avoid damaging them due to static electricity

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

• Whenever you uninstall any component, place it on a grounded
antistatic pad or in the bag that came with the component.

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

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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 ATX power supply is switched off or thethat the ATX power supply is switched off or the

that the ATX power supply is switched off or the

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

power cord is detached from the power supply. Failure

power cord is detached from the power supply. power cord is detached from the power supply.
to do so 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 that 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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ON

Standby

Power

SB_PWR1

OFF

Powere

Off

P5S800-VM

P5S800-VM Onboard LED

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1.5 Motherboard overview

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

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

1.5.11.5.1

1.5.1

1.5.11.5.1

Placement directionPlacement direction

Placement direction

Placement directionPlacement direction

When installing the motherboard, make sure that you place it into the
chassis in the correct orientation. The edge with external ports goes to the
rear part of the chassis as indicated in the image below.

1.5.21.5.2

1.5.2

1.5.21.5.2

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

the rear of the chassisthe rear of the chassis

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1.5.31.5.3

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1.5.31.5.3

Motherboard layoutMotherboard layout

Motherboard layout

Motherboard layoutMotherboard layout

PS/2KBMS

T: Mouse
B: Keyboard

COM1

VGA1

F_USB12

LAN_USB34

Top:Line In
Center:Line Out
Below:Mic In

KBPWR1

PARALLEL PORT

RTL8100C

ATX12V1

LGA775

PCI1

PCI2

AGP1

SiS

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CPU_FAN1

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I/O

4Mb

Intel FWH

FLOPPY1

DDR DIMM1 (64 bit,184-pin module)

DDR DIMM2 (64 bit,184-pin module)

ATXPWR1

PRI_IDE1

SEC_IDE1

CR2032 3V

Lithium Cell

CMOS Power

SiS
964

SB_PWR

SATA2
SATA1

ALC655

FP_AUDIO

AUX1

CD1

PCI3

SPDIF1

CHA_FAN1

USB78USB56

CHASSIS1

GAME1

CLRTC1

SPEAKER1

PLED1

IR_CON1

F_PANEL

COM2

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1.6 Central Processing Unit (CPU)

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, fan and heatsink
assembly. 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 pins are not bent. Contact your
retailer immediately if the PnP cap is missing, or if you see any
damage to the PnP cap/socket pins/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 pins
resulting from incorrect CPU installation/removal, or misplacement/
loss/incorrect removal of the PnP cap.

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1.6.1

1.6.11.6.1

Installling the CPUInstallling the CPU

Installling the CPU

Installling the CPUInstallling 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) and move it to the left (B)
until it is released from the retention tab.

PnP CapPnP Cap

PnP Cap

Retention tabRetention tab

Retention tab

Retention tabRetention tab

PnP CapPnP Cap

A

Load leverLoad lever

Load lever

Load leverLoad lever

B

This side of the camThis side of the cam

This side of the cam

This side of the camThis side of the cam
box should face you.box should face you.

box should face you.

box should face you.box should face you.

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).

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

Alignment keyAlignment key

Alignment key

Alignment keyAlignment key

into the CPU notch.

Load plateLoad plate

Load plate

Load plateLoad plate

B

A

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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

Hyper-Threading Technology Hyper-Threading Technology

package with Hyper-Threading Technology.

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XP/2003
Server and Linux 1.7.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.

®

XP Service Pack 1 or later 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 in the 775-land package that supports

Hyper-Threading Technology.

2. Power up the system and enter the BIOS Setup (see Chapter 2: 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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1.6.21.6.2

1.6.2

1.6.21.6.2

Installling the CPU heatsink and fanInstallling the CPU heatsink and fan

Installling the CPU heatsink and fan

Installling the CPU heatsink and fanInstallling 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.

• Install the motherboard to the chassis before you install the CPU fan
and heatsink assembly

®

• When you buy a boxed Intel
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
a push-pin design and requires no tool to install.

If you purchased a separate CPU heatsink and fan assembly, make sure
that a Thermal Interface Material is properly applied to the CPU heatsink
or CPU before you install the heatsink and fan assembly.

Pentium® 4 LGA775 heatsink and fan assembly comes in

Pentium® 4 processor, the package

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.

FastenerFastener

Fastener

FastenerFastener

Motherboard holeMotherboard hole

Motherboard hole

Motherboard holeMotherboard hole

Make sure each fastener is oriented as shown, with the narrow groove
directed outward.

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2. Push down two fasteners at a
time in a diagonal sequence to
secure the heatsink and fan
assembly in place.

B

A

A

A

B

B

A

B

3. When the fan and heatsink assembly is in place, connect the CPU fan
cable to the connector on the motherboard labeled CPU_FAN1.

CPU_FAN1

CPU FAN PWM

CPU FAN IN

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CPU FAN PWR

GND

P5S800-VM CPU fan connector

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

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1.6.31.6.3

1.6.3

1.6.31.6.3

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 labeled
CPU_FAN1.

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

A

motherboard.

B

A

B

A

B

B

A

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4. Remove the heatsink and fan
assembly from the
motherboard.

5. Rotate each fastener
clockwise to reset the
orientation.

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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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1.7 System memory

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1.7.1

1.7.11.7.1

OverviewOverview

Overview

OverviewOverview

The motherboard comes with two 184-pin Double Data Rate (DDR) Dual
Inline Memory Modules (DIMM) sockets. You may install 128 MB, 256 MB,
512 MB and 1 GB unbuffered non-ECC DDR DIMMs into the DIMM sockets.

The following figure illustrates the location of the sockets:

DIMM

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DIMM

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DDR Qualified Vendors ListDDR Qualified Vendors List

DDR Qualified Vendors List

DDR Qualified Vendors ListDDR Qualified Vendors List

The following table lists the memory modules that have been tested and
qualified for use with this motherboard. Visit the ASUS website
(www.asus.com) for the latest DDR DIMM modules for this motherboard.

DDR Qualified Vendors ListDDR Qualified Vendors List

DDR Qualified Vendors List

DDR Qualified Vendors ListDDR Qualified Vendors List

DIMM support

Size Size

Size

Size Size

256MB Kingston KVR333X64C25/256 Kingston SS D3208DH1T-6 • •
256MB Kingston KVR333X64C25/256 Hynix SS HY5DU56822BT-J • •
512MB Kingston KVR333X64C25/512 Hynix DS HY5DU56822BT-D43 • •
512MB Kingston KVR333X64C25/512 Hynix DS HY5DU56822BT-J • •
512MB Kingston KVR400X643A/512 Hynix DS HY5DU56822BT-D43 • •
512MB Kingston KVR400X64C3A/512 Kingston DS D3208DL3T-5 • •
256MB Kingston KVR400X64C3A/256 Hynix SS HY5DU56822BT-D43 • •
256MB Infineon HYS64D64320GU-5-C Infineon SS HYB25D256800CE-5C • •
512MB Infineon HYS64D32300GU-5-C Infineon DS HYB25D256800CE-5C • •
256MB Infineon HYS64D64320GU-5-C Infineon SS HYB25D256800CE-5C • •
512MB Infineon HYS64D64320GU-6-C Infineon DS HYB25D256800CE-6C • •
512MB HY DDR400-512 Hynix DS HY5DU56822BT-D43 • •
256MB HY DDR266-256 Hynix SS HY5DU56822AT-H • •
256MB HY DDR333-256 Hynix SS HY5DU56822BT-J • •
512MB HY DDR333-512 Hynix DS HY5DU56822BT-J • •
256MB Corsair VS256MB400 Value select SS VS32M8-5 2B0409 • •
512MB Corsair VS512MB400 Value select DS VS32M8-5 2B0412 • •
256MB Corsair VS256MB333 Samsung SS K4H5608380-TCB3 • •

VendorVendor

Vendor

VendorVendor

Model Model

Model

Model Model

Brand Side(s) Component Brand Side(s) Component

Brand Side(s) Component

Brand Side(s) Component Brand Side(s) Component

AA

BB

A

B

AA

BB

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DDR Qualified Vendors List

DDR Qualified Vendors ListDDR Qualified Vendors List

DIMM support

Size Size

Size

Size Size

512MB Micron MT16VDDT6464AG-335GB Micron DS MT46V32M8-G • •
256MB Micron MT8VDDT3264AG-335GB Micron SS MT46V32M8-G • •
256MB Micron MT8VDDT3264AG-40BGB Micron SS MT46V32M8-G • •
256MB Samsung M368L3223FTN-CB3 Samsung SS K4H560838F-TCB3 • •
512MB Samsung M368L6423FTN-CB3 Samsung DS K4H5608838F-TCB3 • •
256MB Winbond U24256ADWBG6H20 Winbond SS W942508CH-5 • •
256MB Winbond U24256AAWBG6H20 Winbond SS W942508CH-6 • •
512MB Winbond DDR333-512 Winbond DS W942508BH-6 • •
256MB Transcend DDR400-256 Mosel SS V58C2256804SAT5B • •
512MB Transcend DDR400-512 Samsung DS K4H560838F-TCCC • •
256MB Transcend DDR333-256 Mosel SS V58C2256804SAT6 • •
512MB Transcend DDR333-512 Hynix DS HY5DU56822CT-J • •
512MB Kingmax MPXC22D-38KT3R Kingmax DS KDL388P4EA-50 • •
256MB Apacer 77.10628.10A Apacer SS AM3A5608AIT-6B • •
256MB Apacer 77.10628.56G Mosel SS V58C2256804SAT6 • •
256MB Apacer 77.10636.56G Mosel SS V58C2256804SAT5B • •
512MB Apacer 77.10736.11G Infineon DS HYB25D256800BT-5B • •
512MB Smart U24512ADSRG6H20 Smart DS D32M8XS50H3X4AMV • •
1G Twinmos M2S5016AJAMC5G0811A-J Micron DS MT46V64M8TG-6T • •
256MB Twinmos M2S9109BFAPS9F0811A-T PSC SS A2S56D30ATP • •

VendorVendor

Vendor

VendorVendor

Model Model

Model

Model Model

Brand Side(s) Component Brand Side(s) Component

Brand Side(s) Component

Brand Side(s) Component Brand Side(s) Component

AA

BB

A

B

AA

BB

Legend:Legend:

Legend:

Legend:Legend:
Side(s): SS Side(s): SS

Side(s): SS - Single-sided

Side(s): SS Side(s): SS
DIMM support:DIMM support:

DIMM support:

DIMM support:DIMM support:
A A

A - supports one module inserted into either slot, in a Single-channel memory

A A

DS DS

D S - Double-sided

DS DS

configuration.

BB

B - supports one pair of modules inserted into both slots.

BB

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1.7.31.7.3

1.7.3

1.7.31.7.3

Installing a DIMMInstalling a DIMM

Installing a DIMM

Installing a DIMMInstalling a DIMM

Make sure to unplug the power supply before adding or removing DIMMs
or other system components. Failure to do so may cause severe damage
to both the motherboard and the components.

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.

2

DDR DIMM notchDDR DIMM notch

DDR DIMM notch

DDR DIMM notchDDR DIMM notch

1

1

Unlocked retaining clipUnlocked retaining clip

Unlocked retaining clip

Unlocked retaining clipUnlocked retaining clip

A DDR 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.

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

Locked Retaining ClipLocked Retaining Clip

Locked Retaining Clip

Locked Retaining ClipLocked Retaining Clip

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Removing a DIMMRemoving a DIMM

Removing a DIMM

Removing a DIMMRemoving a DIMM

Follow these steps to remove a DIMM.

1. Simultaneously press the
retaining clips outward to unlock
the DIMM.

2

1

1

Support the DIMM lightly with your fingers when pressing the retaining
clips. The DIMM might get damaged when it flips out with extra force.

2. Remove the DIMM from the socket.

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DDR DIMM notch

DDR DIMM notchDDR DIMM notch

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1.8 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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1.8.1

1.8.11.8.1

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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1.8.2

1.8.21.8.2

After installing the expansion card, configure 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 2 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.

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1.8.31.8.3

1.8.3

1.8.31.8.3

Standard interrupt assignmentsStandard interrupt assignments

Standard interrupt assignments

Standard interrupt assignmentsStandard interrupt assignments

Interrupt assignmentsInterrupt assignments

Interrupt assignments

Interrupt assignmentsInterrupt assignments

IRQIRQ

IRQ

IRQIRQ

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

PriorityPriority

Priority

PriorityPriority

Standard FunctionStandard Function

Standard Function

Standard FunctionStandard Function

* 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

AA

A

AA

PCI slot 1 — — — — — — used —
PCI slot 2 — shared — — ————
PCI slot 3 — — — — — used — —
AGP 8X slot shared — — — ————
Onboard USB controller 1 — — — — — — — shared
Onboard USB controller 2 — — — used ————
Onboard USB controller 3 — — used — ————
Onboard USB controller 4 shared — — — ————
Onboard USB 2.0 controller — — — — — — — shared
Onboard LAN — shared — — ————
Onboard audio 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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PCI slotsPCI slots

PCI slots

PCI slotsPCI slots

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

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AGP slotAGP slot

AGP slot

AGP slotAGP slot

The Accelerated Graphics Port (AGP) slot supports AGP8X/4X cards. When
you buy an AGP card, make sure that you ask for one with +1.5V
specification. Note the notches on the card golden fingers to ensure that
they fit the AGP slot on your motherboard.

Install only 1.5 V or 0.8 V AGP cards on this motherboard! 3.3V AGP
cards are not supported in this motherboard.

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1.9 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 date, time, and system
setup parameters by erasing the CMOS RTC RAM data. The onboard
button cell battery powers the RAM data in CMOS, which include
system setup information such as system passwords.

To erase the RTC RAM:

1. Turn OFF the computer and unplug the power cord.

2. Remove the onboard battery.

3. Move the jumper cap from pins 2-3 (default) to pins 1-2. Keep the
cap on pins 1-2 for about 5~10 seconds, then move the cap back to
pins 2-3.

4. Re-install the battery.

5. Plug the power cord and turn ON the computer.

6. Hold down the <Del> key during the boot process and enter BIOS
setup to re-enter data.

Except when clearing the RTC RAM, never remove the cap on CLRTC
jumper default position. Removing the cap will cause system boot failure!

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Clear CMOS

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2
1

CLRTC1

3
2

Norma

(Defaul

You do not need to clear the RTC when the system hangs due to
overclocking. For system failure due to overclocking, use the C.P.R. (CPU
Parameter Recall) feature. Shut down and reboot the system so the BIOS
can automatically reset parameter settings to default values.

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1

2 3

4
5
6

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

2.

Keyboard power (3-pin KBPWR1)

2.2.

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

2312

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1.10 Connectors

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1.10.1

1.10.11.10.1

Rear panel connectorsRear panel connectors

Rear panel connectors

Rear panel connectorsRear panel connectors

+5V +5VSB

(Defaul

11 7

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.

3.3.

3.

3.3.

or other devices.

LAN (RJ-45) port.LAN (RJ-45) port.

LAN (RJ-45) port. This port allows Gigabit connection to a Local

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

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LAN port LED indicationsLAN port LED indications

LAN port LED indications

LAN port LED indicationsLAN port LED indications

ACT/LINK LED ACT/LINK LED

ACT/LINK LED

ACT/LINK LED ACT/LINK LED

StatusStatus

Status

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

4.4.

Line In port (light blue).Line In port (light blue).

4.

Line In port (light blue). This port connects a tape, CD, DVD

4.4.

Line In port (light blue).Line In port (light blue).

DescriptionDescription

Description

DescriptionDescription

SPEED LED SPEED LED

SPEED LED

SPEED LED SPEED LED

StatusStatus

Status

StatusStatus

DescriptionDescription

Description

DescriptionDescription

player, or other audio sources. In 4-channel and 6-channel
configuration, the function of this port becomes Front Speaker Out.

5.5.

Line Out port (lime).Line Out port (lime).

5.

Line Out port (lime). This port connects a headphone or a

5.5.

Line Out port (lime).Line Out port (lime).
speaker. In 4-channel and 6-channel configuration, the function of this
port becomes Rear Speaker Out.

6.6.

Microphone port (pink). Microphone port (pink).

6.

Microphone port (pink). This port connects a microphone. In a

6.6.

Microphone port (pink). Microphone port (pink).
6-channel configuration, the function of this port becomes Center/
Subwoofer.

Refer to the audio configuration table for the function of the audio ports
in 2, 4, or 6-channel configuration.

Audio 2, 4, or 6-channel configurationAudio 2, 4, or 6-channel configuration

Audio 2, 4, or 6-channel configuration

Audio 2, 4, or 6-channel configurationAudio 2, 4, or 6-channel configuration

PortPort

Port

PortPort

Light Blue Line In Front Speaker Out Front Speaker Out
Lime Line Out Rear Speaker Out Rear Speaker Out
Pink Mic In Mic In Center/Subwoofer

7.7.

USB 2.0 ports 3 and 4.USB 2.0 ports 3 and 4.

7.

USB 2.0 ports 3 and 4. These two 4-pin Universal Serial Bus

7.7.

USB 2.0 ports 3 and 4.USB 2.0 ports 3 and 4.

HeadsetHeadset

Headset

HeadsetHeadset

2-channel2-channel

2-channel

2-channel2-channel

4-channel4-channel

4-channel

4-channel4-channel

6-channel6-channel

6-channel

6-channel6-channel

(USB) ports are available for connecting USB 2.0 devices.

8.8.

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

8.

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

8.8.

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

9.9.

VGA port.VGA port.

9.

VGA port. This 15-pin VGA port connects to a VGA monitor.

9.9.

VGA port.VGA port.

10.10.

Serial connector. Serial connector.

10.

Serial connector. This 9-pin COM1 port is for serial devices.

10.10.

Serial connector. Serial connector.

11.11.

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

11.

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

11.11.

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

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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 an FDD cable with a covered Pin 5.

FLOPPY1

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

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PIN 1

P5S800-VM Floppy disk drive connector

2.2.

Primary IDE connector (40-1 pin PRI_IDE1, SEC_IDE1)Primary IDE connector (40-1 pin PRI_IDE1, SEC_IDE1)

2.

Primary IDE connector (40-1 pin PRI_IDE1, SEC_IDE1)

2.2.

Primary IDE connector (40-1 pin PRI_IDE1, SEC_IDE1)Primary IDE connector (40-1 pin PRI_IDE1, SEC_IDE1)
These connectors are for Ultra DMA 100/66 signal cables. 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.

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NOTE: Orient the red markings

(usually zigzag) on the IDE
ribbon cable to PIN 1.

SEC_IDE1

PIN 1

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

3.

Serial ATA connectors (7-pin SATA1, SATA2)

3.3.

Serial ATA connectors (7-pin SATA1, SATA2)Serial ATA connectors (7-pin SATA1, SATA2)
These connectors are for the Serial ATA signal cables for Serial ATA

hard disk drives.

If you installed Serial ATA hard disk drives, you can can create a RAID
0 or RAID 1 configuration through the onboard SIS 964 RAID
controller.

GND

GND

GND

RSATA_RXP2

RSATA_TXP2

RSATA_RXN2

RSATA_TXN2

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SATA2

RSATA_TXN1

RSATA_RXP1

GND

GND

RSATA_RXN1

GND

RSATA_TXP1

P5S800-VM SATA connectors

Important notes on Serial ATAImportant notes on Serial ATA

Important notes on Serial ATA

Important notes on Serial ATAImportant notes on Serial ATA

•

The Serial ATA RAID feature (RAID 0, RAID 1) is available only if you

SATA1

are using Windows® 2000/XP.

•

Install the Windows® 2000 Service Pack 4 or the Windows® XP
Service Pack1 or later before using Serial ATA.

4.4.

Speaker connector (4-pin SPEAKER1)Speaker connector (4-pin SPEAKER1)

4.

Speaker connector (4-pin SPEAKER1)

4.4.

Speaker connector (4-pin SPEAKER1)Speaker connector (4-pin SPEAKER1)

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

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SPEAKER1

Speak Ou
GND
GND
+5V

1

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CPU and Chassis fan connectorsCPU and Chassis fan connectors

5.

CPU and Chassis fan connectors

5.5.

CPU and Chassis fan connectorsCPU and Chassis fan connectors
(4-pin CPU_FAN1, 3-pin CHA_FAN1)(4-pin CPU_FAN1, 3-pin CHA_FAN1)

(4-pin CPU_FAN1, 3-pin CHA_FAN1)

(4-pin CPU_FAN1, 3-pin CHA_FAN1)(4-pin CPU_FAN1, 3-pin CHA_FAN1)
The fan connectors support cooling fans of 350mA~740mA (8.88W

max.) or a total of 1A~2.22A (26.64W 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

CPU FAN PWM

CPU FAN IN

CPU FAN PWR

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CHA_FAN1

GND

GND

Rotation

+12V

P5S800-VM Fan connectors

6.6.

Digital Audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF1)Digital Audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF1)

6.

Digital Audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF1)

6.6.

Digital Audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF1)Digital Audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF1)

This connector is for the S/PDIF audio module to allow digital sound
output. Connect one end of the S/PDIF audio cable to this connector
and the other end to the S/PDIF module.

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SPDIF1

P5S800-VM Digital audio connector

+5V

GND

SPDIFOUT

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7.7.

ATX power connectors (20-pin ATXPWR1,ATX power connectors (20-pin ATXPWR1,

7.

ATX power connectors (20-pin ATXPWR1,

7.7.

ATX power connectors (20-pin ATXPWR1,ATX power connectors (20-pin ATXPWR1,

4-pin ATX12V1)4-pin ATX12V1)

4-pin ATX12V1)

4-pin ATX12V1)4-pin ATX12V1)

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

•

You can also use a Power Supply Unit (PSU) with a 24-pin ATX power
connector on this motherboard.

•

Do not forget to connect the 4-pin ATX +12 V power plug;
otherwise, the system will not boot up.

• Use a PSU with a minimum power rating of 300 W on this
motherboard. 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.

ATX12V1

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ATXPWR1

P5S800-VM ATX power connectors

8.8.

Power LED connector (3-1 pin PLED1)Power LED connector (3-1 pin PLED1)

8.

Power LED connector (3-1 pin PLED1)

8.8.

Power LED connector (3-1 pin PLED1)Power LED connector (3-1 pin PLED1)

+12V DC GND

+12V DC GND

+12.0VDC

+5VSB

PWR_OK

COM

+5.0VDC

COM

+5.0VDC

COM
+3.3VDC
+3.3VDC

+5.0VDC
+5.0VDC

-5.0VDC
COM
COM
COM
PS_ON#
COM

-12.0VDC
+3.3VDC

This 3-1 pin connector is for the system power LED. The system
power LED lights up when you turn on the system power, and blinks
when the system is in sleep mode.

P5S800-VM PLED connector

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PLED1

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9.9.

Internal audio connectors (4-pin CD1, AUX1)Internal audio connectors (4-pin CD1, AUX1)

9.

Internal audio connectors (4-pin CD1, AUX1)

9.9.

Internal audio connectors (4-pin CD1, AUX1)Internal audio connectors (4-pin CD1, AUX1)

These connectors allow you to receive stereo audio input from sound
sources such as a CD-ROM, TV tuner, MPEG card or modem.

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Ground

Left Audio Channel

Right Audio Channel

AUX1 (White) CD1 (Black)

Ground

Left Audio Channel

Right Audio Channel

P5S800-VM Internal audio connectors

10.10.

USB connectors (10-1 pin USB56, USB78)USB connectors (10-1 pin USB56, USB78)

10.

USB connectors (10-1 pin USB56, USB78)

10.10.

USB connectors (10-1 pin USB56, USB78)USB connectors (10-1 pin USB56, USB78)
These connectors are for USB 2.0 ports. Connect the optional

USB/GAME module cable to any of these connectors, then install the
module to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis. These
USB connectors comply with USB 2.0 specification that supports up to
480 Mbps connection speed.

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USB56

P5S800-VM USB 2.0 connectors

Never connect a

1394 cable1394 cable

1394 cable to the USB connectors. Doing so will

1394 cable1394 cable

damage the motherboard!

The USB/GAME module is purchased separately.

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USB+5V

USB_P6-

USB_P6+

USB+5V

USB_P5-

USB_P5+

GND

NC

GND

USB78

1

USB+5V

USB_P8-

USB_P8+

USB+5V

USB_P7-

USB_P7+

GND

NC

GND

11.11.

Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin FP_AUDIO1)Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin FP_AUDIO1)

11.

Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin FP_AUDIO1)

11.11.

Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin FP_AUDIO1)Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin FP_AUDIO1)
This connector is for a chassis-mounted front panel audio I/O module

that supports legacy AC ‘97 audio standard. Connect one end of the
front panel audio I/O module cable to this connector.

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+5VA

BLINE_OUT_R

AGND

BLINE_OUT_L

FP_AUDIO1

NC

MIC2

MICPWR

Line out_L

Line out_R

P5S800-VM Front panel audio connector

12.12.

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

12.

Serial port connector (10-1 pin COM2)

12.12.

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

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

COM2

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PIN 1

P5S800-VM Serial port connector

The Serial port module is purchased separately.

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13.13.

Chassis intrusion connector (4-1 pin CHASSIS1)Chassis intrusion connector (4-1 pin CHASSIS1)

13.

Chassis intrusion connector (4-1 pin CHASSIS1)

13.13.

Chassis intrusion connector (4-1 pin CHASSIS1)Chassis intrusion connector (4-1 pin CHASSIS1)

This connector is for a chassis-mounted intrusion detection sensor or
switch. Connect one end of the chassis intrusion sensor or switch
cable to this connector. The chassis intrusion sensor or switch sends a
high-level signal to this connector when a chassis component is
removed or replaced. The signal is then generated as a chassis
intrusion event.

By default, the pins labeled “Chassis Signal” and “Ground” are shorted
with a jumper cap. Remove the jumper caps only when you intend to
use the chassis intrusion detection feature.

CHASSIS1

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+5VSB_MB

Chassis Signal

GND

(Default)

P5S800-VM Chassis intrusion connector

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System panel connector (10-1 pin F_PANEL1)System panel connector (10-1 pin F_PANEL1)

14.

System panel connector (10-1 pin F_PANEL1)

14.14.

System panel connector (10-1 pin F_PANEL1)System panel connector (10-1 pin F_PANEL1)

This connector supports several chassis-mounted functions.

PLED PWRBTN

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PWR

PLED+

P5S800-VM

GNDReset

F_PANEL1

Ground

HDLED-

HDLED+

HDLED RESET

P5S800-VM System panel connector

The sytem panel connector is color-coded for easy connection. Refer to
the connector description below for details.

System power LED (Green 2-pin PLED)System power LED (Green 2-pin PLED)

•

System power LED (Green 2-pin PLED)

System power LED (Green 2-pin PLED)System power LED (Green 2-pin PLED)
This 2-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 (Red 2-pin HDLED)Hard disk drive activity (Red 2-pin HDLED)

•

Hard disk drive activity (Red 2-pin HDLED)

Hard disk drive activity (Red 2-pin HDLED)Hard disk drive activity (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.

Power/Soft-off button (Black 2-pin PWRBTN)Power/Soft-off button (Black 2-pin PWRBTN)

•

Power/Soft-off button (Black 2-pin PWRBTN)

Power/Soft-off button (Black 2-pin PWRBTN)Power/Soft-off button (Black 2-pin PWRBTN)
This connector is for the system power button. Pressing the power
button turns the system ON or puts the system in SLEEP or SOFT-OFF
mode depending on the BIOS settings. Pressing the power switch for
more than four seconds while the system is ON turns the system OFF.

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

•

Reset button (Blue 2-pin RESET)

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

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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

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2.1 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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Creating a bootable floppy diskCreating a bootable floppy disk

Creating a bootable floppy disk

Creating a bootable floppy diskCreating a bootable floppy disk

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

DOS environment

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

then press <Enter>.

Windows® XP environment

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

ComputerComputer

Computer.

ComputerComputer

Start Start

Start from the Windows

Start Start

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desktop, then select

MyMy

My

MyMy

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

e. Select

File File

File from the menu, then select

File File

Floppy DiskFloppy Disk

Floppy Disk window appears.

Floppy DiskFloppy Disk

Create an MS-DOS startup disk Create an MS-DOS startup disk

Create an MS-DOS startup disk from the format

Create an MS-DOS startup disk Create an MS-DOS startup disk

options field, then click

StartStart

Start.

StartStart

FormatFormat

Format. A

FormatFormat

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.

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b. Insert the Windows
c. Click

StartStart

Start, then select

StartStart

2000 CD to the optical drive.

RunRun

Run.

RunRun

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d. From the Open field, type

D:\bootdisk\makeboot a:

assuming that D: is your optical drive.

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

P5S800VM.ROMP5S800VM.ROM

P5S800VM.ROM.

P5S800VM.ROMP5S800VM.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.

EZFlash starting BIOS update
Checking for floppy...
Floppy found!
Reading file “P5S800VM.ROM”. Completed.

Start erasing.......|

Start programming...|
Flashed successfully. Rebooting.

• Do not shutdown 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 “P5S800VM.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 P5S800VM.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 600 KB free space to save the file.

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

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

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

afudos /o[filename]

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

A:\>afudos /oOLDBIOS1.ROM

Main filenameMain filename

Main filename

Main filenameMain filename

Extension nameExtension name

Extension name

Extension nameExtension name

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

A:\>afudos /oOLDBIOS1.ROM

AMI Firmware Update Utility - Version 1.10

Copyright (C) 2002 American Megatrends, Inc. All rights reserved.

Reading flash ..... done

A:\>

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

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Updating the BIOS fileUpdating the BIOS file

Updating the BIOS file

Updating the BIOS fileUpdating the BIOS file

To update the BIOS file using the AFUDOS utility:

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

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

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

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

afudos /i[filename]

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

A:\>afudos /iP5S800VM.ROM

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

A:\>afudos /iP5S800VM.ROM
AMI Firmware Update Utility - Version 1.10
Copyright (C) 2002 American Megatrends, Inc. All rights reserved.

Reading file ..... done

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.

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AMI Firmware Update Utility - Version 1.10
Copyright (C) 2002 American Megatrends, Inc. All rights reserved.

Reading file ..... done

Erasing flash .... done

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

Verifying flash .. done

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ASUS CrashFree BIOS 2 utilityASUS CrashFree BIOS 2 utility

ASUS CrashFree BIOS 2 utility

ASUS CrashFree BIOS 2 utilityASUS CrashFree BIOS 2 utility

The ASUS CrashFree BIOS 2 is an auto recovery tool that allows you to
restore the BIOS file when it fails or gets corrupted during the updating
process. You can update a corrupted BIOS file using the motherboard
support CD or the floppy disk that contains the updated BIOS file.

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

• Make sure that you rename the original or updated BIOS file in the
floppy disk 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

P5S800VM.ROMP5S800VM.ROM

P5S800VM.ROM.

P5S800VM.ROMP5S800VM.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 “P5S800VM.ROM”. Completed.
Start flashing...

DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS! Doing
so can cause system boot failure!

4. Restart the system after the utility completes the updating process.

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

Recovering the BIOS from the support CD

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

To recover the BIOS from the support CD:

1. Remove any floppy disk from the floppy disk drive, then turn on the
system.

2. Insert the support CD to the optical drive.

3. The utility displays the following message and automatically checks
the floppy disk for the original or updated BIOS file.

Bad BIOS checksum. Starting BIOS recovery...
Checking for floppy...

When no floppy disk is found, the utility automatically checks the
optical drive for the original or updated BIOS file. The utility then
updates the corrupted BIOS file.

Bad BIOS checksum. Starting BIOS recovery...
Checking for floppy...
Floppy not found!
Checking for CD-ROM...
CD-ROM found!
Reading file “P5S800VM.ROM”. Completed.
Start flashing...

DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS! Doing
so can cause system boot failure!

4. Restart the system after the utility completes the updating process.

The recovered BIOS may not be the latest BIOS version for this
motherboard. Visit the ASUS website (www.asus.com) to download the
latest BIOS file.

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The ASUS Update is a utility that allows you to manage, save, and update
the motherboard BIOS in Windows® environment. The ASUS Update utility
allows you to:

• Save the current BIOS file

• Download the latest BIOS file from the Internet

• Update the BIOS from an updated BIOS file

• Update the BIOS directly from the Internet, and

• View the BIOS version information.

This utility is available in the support CD that comes with the motherboard
package.

Installing ASUS UpdateInstalling ASUS Update

Installing ASUS Update

Installing ASUS UpdateInstalling ASUS Update

ASUS Update utilityASUS Update utility

ASUS Update utility

ASUS Update utilityASUS Update utility

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

To install ASUS Update:

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

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

VX.XX.XX. See page 3-4 for the

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

Utilities Utilities

Utilities screen menu.

Utilities Utilities

Drivers Drivers

Drivers menu appears.

Drivers Drivers

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Updating the BIOS through the InternetUpdating the BIOS through the Internet

Updating the BIOS through the Internet

Updating the BIOS through the InternetUpdating the BIOS through the Internet

To update the BIOS through the Internet:

®

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

Start >

Start Start

Programs Programs

Programs >

Programs Programs

ASUS ASUS

ASUS >

ASUS ASUS

ASUSUpdate ASUSUpdate

ASUSUpdate >

ASUSUpdate ASUSUpdate

desktop by clicking

ASUSUpdateASUSUpdate

ASUSUpdate. The

ASUSUpdateASUSUpdate

ASUS Update main window appears.

2. Select
the Internet the Internet

the Internet option from the

the Internet the Internet

Update BIOS fromUpdate BIOS from

Update BIOS from

Update BIOS fromUpdate BIOS from

drop-down menu, then click
NextNext

Next.

NextNext

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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 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

Update BIOS from aUpdate BIOS from a

Update BIOS from a

Update BIOS from aUpdate BIOS from a

NextNext

Next.

NextNext

3. Locate the BIOS file from the

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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2.2 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.

“

2.1 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
Default SettingsDefault Settings

Default Settings item under the Exit Menu. See section “2.7 Exit

Default SettingsDefault Settings
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.

LoadLoad

Load

LoadLoad

• Visit the ASUS website (www.asus.com) to download the latest BIOS
file for this motherboard and .

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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 [11:51:19]
System Date [Thu 12/29/2005]
Legacy Diskette A [1.44M, 3.5 in]

Primary IDE Master : [ST320413A]
Primary IDE Slave :[ASUS CD-S360]
Secondary IDE Master : [Not Detected]
Secondary IDE Slave : [Not Detected]

OnChip SATA Controller [RAID Mode]

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 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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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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The highlighted item on the menu bar
displays the specific items for that menu.
For example, selecting
Main menu items.

The other items (Advanced, Power, Boot,
and Exit) on the menu bar have their
respective menu items.

Menu itemsMenu items

Menu items

Menu itemsMenu items

Main Main

Main shows the

Main Main

Main menu itemsMain menu items

Main menu items

Main menu itemsMain menu items

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A solid triangle before each item on any menu screen means that the iteam
has a sub-menu. To display the sub-menu, select the item and press
<Enter>.

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These fields show the values for the menu items. If an item is user­configurable, you can change the value of the field opposite the item. You
cannot select an item that is not user-configurable.

A configurable field is enclosed in brackets, and is highlighted when
selected. To change the value of a field, select it then press <Enter> to
display a list of options. Refer to “2.2.7 Pop-up window.”

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Select a menu item then press <Enter> to display a pop-up window with
the configuration options for that item.

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Sub-menu itemsSub-menu items

Sub-menu items

Sub-menu itemsSub-menu items

Configuration fieldsConfiguration fields

Configuration fields

Configuration fieldsConfiguration fields

Pop-up windowPop-up window

Pop-up window

Pop-up windowPop-up window

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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At the top right corner of the menu
screen is a brief description of the
selected item.

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General help

General helpGeneral help

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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When you enter the BIOS Setup program, the Main menu screen appears,
giving you an overview of the basic system information.

Refer to section “2.2.1 BIOS menu screen” for information on the menu
screen items and how to navigate through them.

System Time [11:51:19]
System Date [Thu 12/29/2005]
Legacy Diskette A [1.44M, 3.5 in]

Primary IDE Master : [ST320413A]
Primary IDE Slave :[ASUS CD-S360]
Secondary IDE Master : [Not Detected]
Secondary IDE Slave : [Not Detected]

OnChip SATA Controller [Raid Mode]

System Information

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System Time [xx:xx:xx]System Time [xx:xx:xx]

System Time [xx:xx:xx]

System Time [xx:xx:xx]System Time [xx:xx:xx]

Allows you to set the system time.

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System Date [Day xx/xx/xxxx]System Date [Day xx/xx/xxxx]

System Date [Day xx/xx/xxxx]

System Date [Day xx/xx/xxxx]System Date [Day xx/xx/xxxx]

Allows you to set the system date.

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

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

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2.3.32.3.3

Legacy Diskette A [1.44M, 3.5 in.]Legacy Diskette A [1.44M, 3.5 in.]

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 and Secondary IDE Master/SlavePrimary and Secondary IDE Master/Slave

Primary and Secondary IDE Master/Slave

Primary and Secondary IDE Master/SlavePrimary and Secondary 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 : ST320413A
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) [Auto]
PIO 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]

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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Enables or disables the onchip Serial ATA controller.
Configuration options: [Disabled] [Native Mode] [Raid Mode]

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This menu gives you an overview of the general system specifications. The
BIOS automatically detects the items in this menu.

AMIBIOS
Version : 08.00.09
Build Date : 12/19/05

Processor
Type : Genuine Intel(R) CPU 3.20GHz
Speed : 2800 MHz
Count : 1

System Memory
Size : 512MB

OnChip SATA Controller [Raid Mode]OnChip SATA Controller [Raid Mode]

OnChip SATA Controller [Raid Mode]

OnChip SATA Controller [Raid Mode]OnChip SATA Controller [Raid Mode]

System InformationSystem Information

System Information

System InformationSystem Information

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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2.4 Advanced menu

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 may cause the system to malfunction.

JumperFree Configuration
CPU Configuration
Chipset
Onboard Devices Configuration
PCIPnP
USB Configuration
Instant Music Configuration

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Configure System Frequency/Voltage

AI Overclock Tuner [Standard]
Spread Spectrum [Enabled]
DRAM Frequency [Auto]

JumperFree ConfigurationJumperFree Configuration

JumperFree Configuration

JumperFree ConfigurationJumperFree Configuration

Adjust system
frequency/voltage

Select the target CPU
frequency, and the
relevant parameters
will be auto-adjusted.
Frequencies higher than
CPU manufacturer
recommends are not
guaranteed to be
stable. If the system
becomes unstable,
return to the default.

AI Overclock Tuner [Auto]AI Overclock Tuner [Auto]

AI Overclock Tuner [Auto]

AI Overclock Tuner [Auto]AI Overclock Tuner [Auto]

Allows you to select the overclocking options to achieve the desired CPU
internal frequency. [Standard] loads the standard settings for the system.
Configuration options: [Standard] [Overclock 5%] [Overclock 10%]
[Overclock 20%] [Overclock 30%]

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AGP/PCI FrequencyAGP/PCI Frequency

The

AGP/PCI Frequency item appears when you set the AI Overclock

AGP/PCI FrequencyAGP/PCI Frequency

Tuner to [Overclock 5%, 10%, 20%, or 30%].

AGP/PCI Frequency [Auto]AGP/PCI Frequency [Auto]

AGP/PCI Frequency [Auto]

AGP/PCI Frequency [Auto]AGP/PCI Frequency [Auto]

Allows you to set the AGP/PCI frequency.
Configuration options: [Auto] [66.6/33.3] [75.0/37.5] [85.7/42.8]

Spread Spectrum [Enabled]Spread Spectrum [Enabled]

Spread Spectrum [Enabled]

Spread Spectrum [Enabled]Spread Spectrum [Enabled]

Allows you to enable or disable the clock generator spread spectrum.
Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]

DRAM Frequency [Auto]DRAM Frequency [Auto]

DRAM Frequency [Auto]

DRAM Frequency [Auto]DRAM Frequency [Auto]

Sets the DDR operating frequency.
Configuration options: [Auto] [200 Mhz] [266 Mhz] [333 Mhz] [400 Mhz]

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CPU ConfigurationCPU Configuration

CPU Configuration

CPU ConfigurationCPU Configuration

The items in this menu show the CPU-related information auto-detected by
BIOS.

Configure Advanced CPU settings

Manufacturer: Intel
Brand String: Intel(R) Pentium(R) 4 CPU 2.80GHz
Frequency : 2806Mhz
FSB Speed : 800Mhz

Cache L1 : 16 KB
Cache L2 : 1024 KB
Cache L3 : 0 KB

Ratio Status: Unlocked (Max:22, Min:14)
Ratio Actual Value: 14

Ratio CMOS Setting: [ 22]
Max CPUID Value Limit: [Disabled]
Execute Disable Function [Disabled]
Hardware Prefetcher: [Enabled]
Adjacent Cache Line Prefetcher [Enabled]
CPU Internal Thermal Control [Auto]

Hyper Threading Function [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.

Ratio CMOS Setting [ 22]Ratio CMOS Setting [ 22]

Ratio CMOS Setting [ 22]

Ratio CMOS Setting [ 22]Ratio CMOS Setting [ 22]

Sets the ratio between the CPU core clock and the FSB frequency.

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]

This item allows you to enable or disable the maximum CPUID value limit.
Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]

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

Execute Disable Function [Disabled]

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

This item allows you to enable or disable the No-Execution Page Protection
technology, which can force the XD feature flag to always return to 0.
Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]

Hardware Prefetcher [Enabled]Hardware Prefetcher [Enabled]

Hardware Prefetcher [Enabled]

Hardware Prefetcher [Enabled]Hardware Prefetcher [Enabled]

This item allows you to enable or disable the hardware prefetcher feature.
Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]

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]

This item 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]

This item allows you to disable or set to auto the Intel
2 feature. Configuration options: [Auto] [Disabled]

Hyper-Threading Function [Enabled]Hyper-Threading Function [Enabled]

Hyper-Threading Function [Enabled]

Hyper-Threading Function [Enabled]Hyper-Threading Function [Enabled]

This item allows you to enable or disable the processor Hyper-Threading
Technology. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]

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Thermal Monitoring

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2.4.3

2.4.32.4.3

ChipsetChipset

Chipset

ChipsetChipset

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

NorthBridge SiS661FX Configuration
SouthBridge SiS964 Configuration

NorthBridge SiS661FX ConfigurationNorthBridge SiS661FX Configuration

NorthBridge SiS661FX Configuration

NorthBridge SiS661FX ConfigurationNorthBridge SiS661FX Configuration

Primary Graphics Adapter [PCI]
MA 1T/2T Select [Auto]
DRAM CAS# Latency [By SPD]
DRAM Precharge Delay [Auto]
DRAM RAS# to CAS# Delay [Auto]
DRAM RAS# Precharge [Auto]
Graphic Win Size [ 64MB]
AGP Fast Write Control [Disabled]

Share Memory Size [ 32MB]

Primary Graphics Adapter [PCI]Primary Graphics Adapter [PCI]

Primary Graphics Adapter [PCI]

Primary Graphics Adapter [PCI]Primary Graphics Adapter [PCI]

<Enter> to select.

Allows selection of the graphics controller to use as primary boot device.
Configuration options: [PCI] [AGP] [Onboard AGP]

MA 1T/2T Select [Auto]MA 1T/2T Select [Auto]

MA 1T/2T Select [Auto]

MA 1T/2T Select [Auto]MA 1T/2T Select [Auto]

Configuration options: [Auto] [MA 2T] [1T]

DRAM CAS# Latency [By SPD]DRAM CAS# Latency [By SPD]

DRAM CAS# Latency [By SPD]

DRAM CAS# Latency [By SPD]DRAM CAS# Latency [By SPD]

This item controls the latency between the SDRAM read command and the
time the data actually becomes available.
Configuration options: [By SPD] [2T] [2.5T] [3T]

DRAM Precharge Delay [Auto]DRAM Precharge Delay [Auto]

DRAM Precharge Delay [Auto]

DRAM Precharge Delay [Auto]DRAM Precharge Delay [Auto]

Configuration options: [Auto] [6T] [7T] [5T] [4T] [8T] [9T]

DRAM RAS# to CAS# Delay [Auto]DRAM RAS# to CAS# Delay [Auto]

DRAM RAS# to CAS# Delay [Auto]

DRAM RAS# to CAS# Delay [Auto]DRAM RAS# to CAS# Delay [Auto]

This item controls the latency between the DDR SDRAM active command and
the read/write command. Configuration options: [Auto] [3T] [2T] [4T] [5T]

DRAM RAS# Precharge [Auto]DRAM RAS# Precharge [Auto]

DRAM RAS# Precharge [Auto]

DRAM RAS# Precharge [Auto]DRAM RAS# Precharge [Auto]

This item controls the idle clocks after issuing a precharge command to the
DDR SDRAM. Configuration options: [Auto] [3T] [2T] [4T] [5T]

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Graphics Win Size [64MB]Graphics Win Size [64MB]

Graphics Win Size [64MB]

Graphics Win Size [64MB]Graphics Win Size [64MB]

Allows you to select the size of mapped memory for AGP graphic data.
Configuration options: [32MB] [64MB] [128MB]

AGP Fast Write Control [Disabled]AGP Fast Write Control [Disabled]

AGP Fast Write Control [Disabled]

AGP Fast Write Control [Disabled]AGP Fast Write Control [Disabled]

Disables or enables the AGP Fast Write Control function.
Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]

Share Memory Size [ 32MB]Share Memory Size [ 32MB]

Share Memory Size [ 32MB]

Share Memory Size [ 32MB]Share Memory Size [ 32MB]

Sets the share memory size. Configuration options: [16MB] [32MB]
[64MB] [128MB] [Disabled]

SouthBridge SiS964 ConfigurationSouthBridge SiS964 Configuration

SouthBridge SiS964 Configuration

SouthBridge SiS964 ConfigurationSouthBridge SiS964 Configuration

Onboard AC97 Audio Device [Enabled]

Onboard AC97 Audio Device [Enabled]Onboard AC97 Audio Device [Enabled]

Onboard AC97 Audio Device [Enabled]

Onboard AC97 Audio Device [Enabled]Onboard AC97 Audio Device [Enabled]

This item enables or disables the onboard AC’97 audio CODEC device.
Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]

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2.4.42.4.4

Configure Onboard Device

Serial Port1 Address [3F8/IRQ4]
Serial Port2 Address [2F8/IRQ3]
Parallel Port Address [378]
Parallel Port Mode [ECP]
ECP Mode DMA Channel [DMA3]
Parallel Port IRQ [IRQ7]
Onboard Game/MIDI Port [Disabled]

Onboard RTL8100C LAN DEVICE [Enabled]
Onboard LAN Boot ROM [Disabled]

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]

Onboard Devices ConfigurationOnboard Devices Configuration

Onboard Devices Configuration

Onboard Devices ConfigurationOnboard Devices Configuration

Allows the BIOS to
select the Serial
Port1 Base Addresses.

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

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

Serial Port2 Address [2F8/IRQ3]

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

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

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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. When the item
AddressAddress

Address is set to

AddressAddress
Bi-directional, and ECP. Configuration options: [Normal] [Bi-directional]
[EPP] [ECP]

3BC3BC

3 B C, the Parallel Port Mode options are only Normal,

3BC3BC

Parallel PortParallel Port

Parallel Port

Parallel PortParallel Port

ECP Mode DMA Channel [DMA3]

Allows selection of the Parallel Port ECP DMA channel. This item
appears only when the
Configuration options: [DMA0] [DMA1] [DMA3]

Parallel Port ModeParallel Port Mode

Parallel Port Mode is set to

Parallel Port ModeParallel Port Mode

ECPECP

ECP.

ECPECP

EPP Version [1.9]

Allows selection of the Parallel Port EPP version. This item appears
only when the
Configuration options: [1.9] [1.7]

Parallel Port ModeParallel Port Mode

Parallel Port Mode is set to

Parallel Port ModeParallel Port Mode

EPPEPP

EPP.

EPPEPP

Parallel Port IRQ [IRQ7]

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

Onboard Game/MIDI Port [Disabled]Onboard Game/MIDI Port [Disabled]

Onboard Game/MIDI Port [Disabled]

Onboard Game/MIDI Port [Disabled]Onboard Game/MIDI Port [Disabled]

Allows you to set the onboard Game/MIDI port address or disable the port.
Configuration options: [Disabled] [200/300] [200/330] [208/300]
[208/330]

Onboard RTL8100C Lan DEVICE [Enabled]Onboard RTL8100C Lan DEVICE [Enabled]

Onboard RTL8100C Lan DEVICE [Enabled]

Onboard RTL8100C Lan DEVICE [Enabled]Onboard RTL8100C Lan DEVICE [Enabled]

Enables or disables the onboard RTL8100C LAN device.
Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]

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]

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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]
PCI IDE BusMaster [Enabled]

IRQ3 [Available]
IRQ4 [Available]
IRQ5 [Available]
IRQ7 [Available]
IRQ9 [Available]
IRQ10 [Available]
IRQ11 [Available]
IRQ14 [Available]
IRQ15 [Available]

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]

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: [No] [Yes]

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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PCI IDE BusMaster [Enabled]PCI IDE BusMaster [Enabled]

PCI IDE BusMaster [Enabled]

PCI IDE BusMaster [Enabled]PCI IDE BusMaster [Enabled]

Allows BIOS to use PCI bus mastering when reading/writing to IDE devices.
Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]

IRQ xx assigned to [Available]IRQ xx assigned to [Available]

IRQ xx assigned to [Available]

IRQ xx assigned to [Available]IRQ xx assigned to [Available]

When set to [Available], 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: [Available] [Reserved]

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USB ConfigurationUSB Configuration

USB Configuration

USB ConfigurationUSB Configuration

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

Onboard SiS USB1.1 DEVICE [Enabled]
Onboard SiS USB2.0 DEVICE [Enabled]

USB Configuration

Module Version - 2.24.0-9.4

USB Devices Enabled: None

Legacy USB Support [Auto]
USB 2.0 Controller Mode [HiSpeed]
Stop EHCI HC in OHCI handover [Enabled]

OnBoard SiS USB 1.1 Device [Enabled]OnBoard SiS USB 1.1 Device [Enabled]

OnBoard SiS USB 1.1 Device [Enabled]

OnBoard SiS USB 1.1 Device [Enabled]OnBoard SiS USB 1.1 Device [Enabled]

<Enter> to enable or
disable.

Allows you to enable or disable the onboard SiS USB 1.1 device.
Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]

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OnBoard SiS USB 2.0 Device [Enabled]OnBoard SiS USB 2.0 Device [Enabled]

OnBoard SiS USB 2.0 Device [Enabled]

OnBoard SiS USB 2.0 Device [Enabled]OnBoard SiS USB 2.0 Device [Enabled]

Allows you to enable or disable the onboard SiS USB 2.0 device.
Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]

• The Module Version and USB Devices Enabled items show the
auto-detected values. If no USB device is detected, the item shows
None.

• Set to [Disabled] if you are using a Windows® 98SE or Windows® ME
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Legacy USB Support [Auto]Legacy USB Support [Auto]

Legacy USB Support [Auto]

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

Allows you to enable or disable support for legacy USB devices. Setting to
Auto allows the system to detect the presence of 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 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 configure the USB 2.0 controller in HiSpeed (480 Mbps) or
Full Speed (12 Mbps). Configuration options: [HiSpeed ] [Full Speed]

Stop EHCI HC in OHCI handover [Enabled]Stop EHCI HC in OHCI handover [Enabled]

Stop EHCI HC in OHCI handover [Enabled]

Stop EHCI HC in OHCI handover [Enabled]Stop EHCI HC in OHCI handover [Enabled]

Allows you to enable or disable the feature to stop the EHCI host controller
during the OHCI OS handover call. This is needed when installing operating
systems that do not support EHCI host controllers.
Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]

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Instant Music Option

Instant Music [Disabled]

Instant Music [Disabled]Instant Music [Disabled]

Instant Music [Disabled]

Instant Music [Disabled]Instant Music [Disabled]

Allows you to enable or disable the Instant Music feature in BIOS.
Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]

Instant Music CD-ROM Drive [IDE Secondary Master]Instant Music CD-ROM Drive [IDE Secondary Master]

Instant Music CD-ROM Drive [IDE Secondary Master]

Instant Music CD-ROM Drive [IDE Secondary Master]Instant Music CD-ROM Drive [IDE Secondary Master]

Allows you to select the CD-ROM drive that you wish to use for the Instant
Music CD playback. Configuration options: [IDE Primary Master]
[IDE Primary Slave] [IDE Secondary Master] [IDE Secondary Slave]

Instant Music ConfigurationInstant Music Configuration

Instant Music Configuration

Instant Music ConfigurationInstant Music Configuration

If enabled, power up
by PS/2 keyboard and
mouse function will be
disabled.

When Instant Music is enabled, the PS/2 keyboard power up feature is
automatically disabled.

The above item appears only if you enabled the Instant Music item.

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2.5 Power menu

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

Suspend Mode [Auto]
ACPI 2.0 Support [No]
ACPI APIC Support [Enabled]

APM Configuration
Hardware Monitor

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Allows you to select the Advanced Configuration and Power Interface
(ACPI) state to be used for system suspend.
Configuration options: [S1 (POS) Only] [Auto] [S3 Only]

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Suspend Mode [Auto]Suspend Mode [Auto]

Suspend Mode [Auto]

Suspend Mode [Auto]Suspend Mode [Auto]

ACPI 2.0 Support [No]ACPI 2.0 Support [No]

ACPI 2.0 Support [No]

ACPI 2.0 Support [No]ACPI 2.0 Support [No]

Select the ACPI state
used for System
Suspend.

Allows you to add more tables for Advanced Configuration and Power
Interface (ACPI) 2.0 specifications. Configuration options: [No] [Yes]

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Allows you to enable or disable the Advanced Configuration and Power
Interface (ACPI) support in the Application-Specific Integrated Circuit
(ASIC). When set to Enabled, the ACPI APIC table pointer is included in the
RSDT pointer list. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]

ACPI APIC Support [Enabled]ACPI APIC Support [Enabled]

ACPI APIC Support [Enabled]

ACPI APIC Support [Enabled]ACPI APIC Support [Enabled]

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APM ConfigurationAPM Configuration

APM Configuration

APM ConfigurationAPM Configuration

Power Button Mode [On/Off]

Restore on AC Power Loss [Always OFF]
Power On By PS2 Keyboard [Disabled]
Power On By PS2 Mouse [Disabled]
Power On by PCI Devices [Disabled]
Power On By External Modems [Disabled]
Power On By RTC Alarm [Disabled]

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

Power Button Mode [On/Off]

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

Enable/Disable RTC
wake from sleep
states.

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

Restore on AC Power Loss [Always OFF]Restore on AC Power Loss [Always OFF]

Restore on AC Power Loss [Always OFF]

Restore on AC Power Loss [Always OFF]Restore on AC Power Loss [Always OFF]

When set to Power Off, the system goes into off state after an AC power
loss. When set to Power On, the system goes on after an AC power loss.
When set to Last State, the system goes into either off or on state,
whatever the system state was before the AC power loss.
Configuration options: [Always OFF] [Always On] [Keep Previous State]

Power On By PS/2 Keyboard [Disabled]Power On By PS/2 Keyboard [Disabled]

Power On By PS/2 Keyboard [Disabled]

Power On By PS/2 Keyboard [Disabled]Power On By PS/2 Keyboard [Disabled]

Allows you to disable the PS/2 Power-On by keyboard feature or 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] [Space Bar] [Ctrl-Esc] [Power Key]

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 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]

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Power On By External Modems [Disabled]Power On By External Modems [Disabled]

Power On By External Modems [Disabled]

Power On By External Modems [Disabled]Power On By External Modems [Disabled]

This allows either settings of [Enabled] or [Disabled] for powering up the
computer when the external modem receives a call while the computer is in
Soft-off mode. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]

The computer cannot receive or transmit data until the computer and
applications are fully running. Thus, connection cannot be made on the
first try. Turning an external modem off and then back on while the
computer is off causes an initialization string that turns the system
power on.

Power On By RTC Alarm [Disabled]Power On By RTC Alarm [Disabled]

Power On By RTC Alarm [Disabled]

Power On By RTC Alarm [Disabled]Power On By RTC Alarm [Disabled]

Allows you to enable or disable RTC to generate a wake event. When this
item is set to Enabled, the items RTC Alarm Date, RTC Alarm Hour, RTC
Alarm Minute, and RTC Alarm Second appear with set values. Configuration
options: [Disabled] [Enabled]

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Hardware Monitor

CPU Temperature [51ºC/122.5ºF]
MB Temperature [41ºC/105.5ºF]

CPU Fan Speed [3813 RPM]
CPU Q-Fan Control [Disabled]
Chassis Fan Speed [N/A]

VCORE Voltage [ 1.320V]

3.3V Voltage [ 3.345V]
5V Voltage [ 5.094V]
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

CPU Temperature

The onboard hardware monitor automatically detects and displays the
motherboard and CPU temperatures. Select Ignored if you do not wish to
display the detected temperatures.

CPU Fan Speed [xxxxRPM] or [N/A]CPU Fan Speed [xxxxRPM] or [N/A]

CPU Fan Speed [xxxxRPM] or [N/A]

CPU Fan Speed [xxxxRPM] or [N/A]CPU Fan 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. Select Ignored if you do not wish to
display the detected fan speed.

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CPU Q-Fan Control [Disabled]CPU Q-Fan Control [Disabled]

CPU Q-Fan Control [Disabled]

CPU Q-Fan Control [Disabled]CPU Q-Fan Control [Disabled]

Allows you to enable or disable the CPU Q-Fan Control feature that smarly
adjusts the fan speeds for more efficient system operation. Configuration
options: [Disabled] [Enabled]

The two succeeding iems appear when the
is set to [Enabled].

CPU Fan Ratio [Auto]CPU Fan Ratio [Auto]

CPU Fan Ratio [Auto]

CPU Fan Ratio [Auto]CPU Fan Ratio [Auto]

Allows you to set the appropriate CPU fan speed ratio for the system. The
default [Auto] automatically selecs the fan speed ratio when operating at
low CPU temperature. Select a higher ratio if you installed additional
devices and the system requires more ventilation. Configuration options:
[90%] [80%] [70%] ~ [20%]

CPU Target Temperature [xxx ºC]CPU Target Temperature [xxx ºC]

CPU Target Temperature [xxx ºC]

CPU Target Temperature [xxx ºC]CPU Target Temperature [xxx ºC]

Allows you to set the CPU temperature threshold when the CPU fan speed
is increased to lower the CPU temperature. The configuration options for
ths item depend on the recommended Intel
temperature settings. The Intel® FSC provides target temperature options
at 50 ~ 90 ºC with 4 ºC intervals.

Chassis Fan Speed [xxxxRPM] or [N/A]Chassis Fan Speed [xxxxRPM] or [N/A]

Chassis Fan Speed [xxxxRPM] or [N/A]

Chassis Fan Speed [xxxxRPM] or [N/A]Chassis Fan Speed [xxxxRPM] or [N/A]

The onboard hardware monitor automatically detects and displays the
chassis fan speed in rotations per minute (RPM). If the fan is not connected
to the chassis, the specific field shows N/A. Select Ignored if you do not
wish to display the detected fan speed.

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CPU Q-Fan Control CPU Q-Fan Control

CPU Q-Fan Control item

CPU Q-Fan Control CPU Q-Fan Control

Fan Speed Control (FSC)

VCORE Voltage, 3.3V Voltage, 5V Voltage, 12V VoltageVCORE Voltage, 3.3V Voltage, 5V Voltage, 12V Voltage

VCORE Voltage, 3.3V Voltage, 5V Voltage, 12V Voltage

VCORE Voltage, 3.3V Voltage, 5V Voltage, 12V VoltageVCORE Voltage, 3.3V Voltage, 5V Voltage, 12V Voltage

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

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2.6 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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2.6.12.6.1

Boot Device Priority

1st Boot Device [1st FLOPPY DRIVE]
2nd Boot Device [PM-ST330620A]
3rd Boot Device [PS-ASUS CD-S360]

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]

Boot Device PriorityBoot Device Priority

Boot Device Priority

Boot Device PriorityBoot Device Priority

Specifies the Boot
Device Priority
sequence.

Specifies the boot
sequence from the
available devices.

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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2.6.22.6.2

Hard Disk Drives

1st Drive [PM-IBM-DJNA-371350]
2nd Drive [Maxtor 6B200M0]

1st ~ xxth Drive [XXX Drive]1st ~ xxth Drive [XXX Drive]

1st ~ xxth Drive [XXX Drive]

1st ~ xxth Drive [XXX Drive]1st ~ xxth Drive [XXX Drive]

Hard Disk DrivesHard Disk Drives

Hard Disk Drives

Hard Disk DrivesHard Disk Drives

These items displays the available hard disk drives. The number of device
items that appears on the screen depends on the number of devices
installed in the system. This item appears only when you install additional
disk drives on your 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 [Force BIOS]
Bootup Num-Lock [On]
PS/2 Mouse Support [Auto]
Wait For ‘F1’ If Error [Enabled]
Hit ‘DEL’ Message Display [Enabled]
Interrupt 19 Capture [Disabled]

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.

Add On ROM Display Mode [Force BIOS]Add On ROM Display Mode [Force BIOS]

Add On ROM Display Mode [Force BIOS]

Add On ROM Display Mode [Force BIOS]Add On ROM Display Mode [Force BIOS]

Sets the display mode for option ROM.
Configuration options: [Force BIOS] [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]

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]

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Interrupt 19 Capture [Disabled]Interrupt 19 Capture [Disabled]

Interrupt 19 Capture [Disabled]

Interrupt 19 Capture [Disabled]Interrupt 19 Capture [Disabled]

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 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.

If you forget your BIOS password, you can clear clear it by erasing the
CMOS Real Time Clock (RTC) RAM. See section “1.9 Jumpers” for
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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]

This item allows you to select the access restriction to the Setup items.
Configuration options: [No Access] [View Only] [Limited] [Full Access]

No AccessNo Access

No Access prevents user access to the Setup utility.

No AccessNo Access

View Only View Only

View Only allows access but does not allow change to any field.

View Only View Only

Limited Limited

Limited allows changes only to selected fields, such as Date and

Limited Limited
Time.

Full AccessFull Access

Full Access allows viewing and changing all the fields in the Setup

Full AccessFull Access
utility.

Change User PasswordChange User Password

Change User Password

Change User PasswordChange User Password

Select this item to set or change the user password. The 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.

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.

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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]

2.7 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 & Save ChangesExit & Save Changes

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

YesYes

Y e s to save changes and exit.

YesYes

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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

Load Setup DefaultsLoad Setup Defaults

Load Setup Defaults

Load Setup DefaultsLoad Setup Defaults

YesYes

Y e s to discard any changes and load the previously saved values.

YesYes

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
values. Select

Exit & Save ChangesExit & Save Changes

Exit & Save Changes or make other changes before

Exit & Save ChangesExit & Save Changes

YesYes

Y e s to load default

YesYes

saving the values to the non-volatile RAM.

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This chapter describes the contents
of the support CD that comes with
the motherboard package.

Software

3

support

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3.1 Installing an operating system

This motherboard supports Windows® 98SE/ME/2000/XP/2003 Server
operating systems (OS). Always install the latest OS version and
corresponding updates to maximize the features of your hardware.

• Motherboard settings and hardware options vary. Use the setup
procedures presented in this chapter for reference only. Refer to
your OS documentation for detailed information.

®

• Make sure that you install Windows
Windows
drivers for better compatibility and system stability.

®

XP Service Pack 1 or later versions before installing the

2000 Service Pack 4 or the

3.2 Support CD information

The support CD that came with the motherboard package contains the
drivers, software applications, and utilities that you can install to avail all
motherboard features.

The contents of the support CD are subject to change at any time
without notice. Visit the ASUS website(www.asus.com) for updates.

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Running the support CDRunning the support CD

Running the support CD

Running the support CDRunning the support CD

Place the support CD to the optical drive. The CD automatically displays the
Drivers Drivers

Dr i v e r s menu if Autorun is enabled in your computer.

Drivers Drivers

Click an icon toClick an icon to

Click an icon to

Click an icon toClick an icon to
display supportdisplay support

display support

display supportdisplay support
CD/motherboardCD/motherboard

CD/motherboard

CD/motherboardCD/motherboard
informationinformation

information

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Click an item to installClick an item to install

Click an item to install

Click an item to installClick an item to install

Autorun Autorun

If

Autorun is NOT enabled in your computer, browse the contents of

Autorun Autorun
the support CD to locate the file ASSETUP.EXE from the BIN folder.
Double-click the

ASSETUP.EXEASSETUP.EXE

ASSETUP.EXE to run the CD.

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The drivers menu shows the available device drivers if the system detects
installed devices. Install the necessary drivers to activate the devices.

Drivers menuDrivers menu

Drivers menu

Drivers menuDrivers menu

SIS Chipset DriverSIS Chipset Driver

SIS Chipset Driver

SIS Chipset DriverSIS Chipset Driver

Installs the SIS Chipset driver. When installed to the target system, this
driver provides the method for configuring the chipset components.

SIS AGP DriverSIS AGP Driver

SIS AGP Driver

SIS AGP DriverSIS AGP Driver

Installs the SIS AGP driver.

SIS Onboard Graphics DriverSIS Onboard Graphics Driver

SIS Onboard Graphics Driver

SIS Onboard Graphics DriverSIS Onboard Graphics Driver

Installs the onboard SIS graphics driver.

Realtek ALC655 Audio DriverRealtek ALC655 Audio Driver

Realtek ALC655 Audio Driver

Realtek ALC655 Audio DriverRealtek ALC655 Audio Driver

Executes the wizard to install the Realtek® ALC655 audio driver and
application.

SIS RAID Controller DriverSIS RAID Controller Driver

SIS RAID Controller Driver

SIS RAID Controller DriverSIS RAID Controller Driver

Installs the SIS RAID controller driver.

Realtek RTL8139 Ethernet Device DriverRealtek RTL8139 Ethernet Device Driver

Realtek RTL8139 Ethernet Device Driver

Realtek RTL8139 Ethernet Device DriverRealtek RTL8139 Ethernet Device Driver

Installs the Realtek® RTL8139 Ethernet device driver.

USB 2.0 DriverUSB 2.0 Driver

USB 2.0 Driver

USB 2.0 DriverUSB 2.0 Driver

Installs the USB 2.0 driver.

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The Utilities menu shows the applications and other software that the
motherboard supports.

Utilities menuUtilities menu

Utilities menu

Utilities menuUtilities menu

ASUS PC ProbeASUS PC Probe

ASUS PC Probe

ASUS PC ProbeASUS PC Probe

This smart utility monitors the fan speed, CPU temperature, and system
voltages, and alerts you of any detected problems. This utility helps you
keep your computer in healthy operating condition.

ASUS UpdateASUS Update

ASUS Update

ASUS UpdateASUS Update

The ASUS Update utility allows you to update the motherboard BIOS in a
Windows® environment. This utility requires an Internet connection either
through a network or an Internet Service Provider (ISP). See page 2-8 for
details.

Microsoft DirectXMicrosoft DirectX

Microsoft DirectX

Microsoft DirectXMicrosoft DirectX

Installs the Microsoft® DirectX 9.0b driver.

Anti-Virus UtilityAnti-Virus Utility

Anti-Virus Utility

Anti-Virus UtilityAnti-Virus Utility

Installs the PC-cillin anti-virus program. View the online help for detailed
information.

ADOBE Acrobat ReaderADOBE Acrobat Reader

ADOBE Acrobat Reader

ADOBE Acrobat ReaderADOBE Acrobat Reader

Installs the Adobe® Acrobat® Reader V5.0.

ASUS Screen SaverASUS Screen Saver

ASUS Screen Saver

ASUS Screen SaverASUS Screen Saver

Installs the ASUS screen saver.

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ASUS Contact informationASUS Contact information

ASUS Contact information

ASUS Contact informationASUS Contact information

Click the
also find this information on the inside front cover of this user guide.

Contact Contact

Contact tab to display the ASUS contact information. You can

Contact Contact

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