ASUS P5WDG2-WS-PRO User Manual

P5WDG2 WS
Professional

Motherboard

E2703E2703

E2703

E2703E2703

First Edition V1First Edition V1

First Edition V1

First Edition V1First Edition V1
July 2006July 2006

July 2006

July 2006July 2006

Copyright © 2006 ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. All Rights Reserved.Copyright © 2006 ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. All Rights Reserved.

Copyright © 2006 ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. All Rights Reserved.

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

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or by any means, except documentation kept by the purchaser for backup purposes, without the
express written permission of ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. (“ASUS”).

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altered, unless such repair, modification of alteration is authorized in writing by ASUS; or (2) the
serial number of the product is defaced or missing.

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Contents

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

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

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

P5WDG2 WS Professional specifications summary .............................. x

Chapter 1: Product introductionChapter 1: Product introduction

Chapter 1: Product introduction

Chapter 1: Product introductionChapter 1: Product introduction

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

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

1.3 Special features .................................................................... 1-2

1.3.1 Product highlights................................................... 1-2

1.3.2 ASUS Intelligence (AI) features .............................. 1-5

1.3.3 Innovative ASUS features ....................................... 1-6

Chapter 2: Hardware informationChapter 2: Hardware information

Chapter 2: Hardware information

Chapter 2: Hardware informationChapter 2: Hardware information

2.1 Before you proceed .............................................................. 2-1

2.2 Motherboard overview .......................................................... 2-2

2.2.1 Placement direction ................................................ 2-2

2.2.2 Screw holes ............................................................ 2-2

2.2.3 ASUS Stack Cool 2 ................................................. 2-3

2.2.4 Motherboard layout ................................................ 2-4

2.2.5 Layout contents ..................................................... 2-5

2.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU) .............................................. 2-7

2.3.1 Installing the CPU.................................................... 2-8

2.3.2 Installing the CPU heatsink and fan ...................... 2-10

2.3.3 Uninstalling the CPU heatsink and fan .................. 2-12

2.4 System memory ................................................................. 2-14

2.4.1 Overview ............................................................... 2-14

2.4.2 Memory configurations ......................................... 2-14

2.4.3 Installing a DIMM ................................................... 2-20

2.4.4 Removing a DIMM ................................................. 2-20

2.5 Expansion slots ................................................................... 2-21

2.5.1 Installing an expansion card .................................. 2-21

2.5.2 Configuring an expansion card.............................. 2-21

2.5.3 Interrupt assignments .......................................... 2-22

2.5.4 PCI Express x16 slots ........................................... 2-23

2.5.5 PCI slots ................................................................ 2-23

2.5.6 PCI-X slots ............................................................ 2-23

2.6 Jumpers .............................................................................. 2-28

2.7 Connectors ......................................................................... 2-31

2.7.1 Rear panel connectors .......................................... 2-31

2.7.2 Internal connectors............................................... 2-34

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Chapter 3: Powering upChapter 3: Powering up

Chapter 3: Powering up

Chapter 3: Powering upChapter 3: Powering up

3.1 Starting up for the first time................................................ 3-1

3.2 Turning off the computer ..................................................... 3-2

3.2.1 Using the OS shut down function ........................... 3-2

3.2.2 Using the dual function power switch .................... 3-2

Chapter 4: BIOS setupChapter 4: BIOS setup

Chapter 4: BIOS setup

Chapter 4: BIOS setupChapter 4: BIOS setup

4.1 Managing and updating your BIOS ........................................ 4-1

4.1.1 ASUS Update utility ................................................ 4-1

4.1.2 Creating a bootable floppy disk .............................. 4-4

4.1.3 ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility ........................................... 4-5

4.1.4 AFUDOS utility ........................................................ 4-6

4.1.5 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 2 utility ................................ 4-9

4.2 BIOS setup program ........................................................... 4-11

4.2.1 BIOS menu screen ................................................. 4-12

4.2.2 Menu bar ............................................................... 4-12

4.2.3 Navigation keys .................................................... 4-12

4.2.4 Menu items ........................................................... 4-13

4.2.5 Sub-menu items ................................................... 4-13

4.2.6 Configuration fields .............................................. 4-13

4.2.7 Pop-up window ..................................................... 4-13

4.2.8 Scroll bar .............................................................. 4-13

4.2.9 General help .......................................................... 4-13

4.3 Main menu .......................................................................... 4-14

4.3.1 System Time ......................................................... 4-14

4.3.2 System Date ......................................................... 4-14

4.3.3 Legacy Diskette A ................................................ 4-14

4.3.4 Language .............................................................. 4-14

4.3.5 Primary, Third, and Fourth IDE Master/Slave ........ 4-15

4.3.6 IDE Configuration .................................................. 4-16

4.3.7 System Information .............................................. 4-18

4.4 Advanced menu .................................................................. 4-19

4.4.1 JumperFree Configuration .................................... 4-19

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4.4.2 LAN Cable Status ................................................. 4-23

4.4.3 USB Configuration................................................. 4-24

4.4.4 CPU Configuration ................................................. 4-26

4.4.5 Chipset ................................................................. 4-28

4.4.6 Onboard Devices Configuration ............................ 4-30

4.4.7 PCI PnP ................................................................. 4-32

Contents

4.5 Power menu ........................................................................ 4-32

4.5.1 Suspend Mode ...................................................... 4-33

4.5.2 Repost Video on S3 Resume ................................ 4-33

4.5.3 ACPI 2.0 Support .................................................. 4-33

4.5.4 ACPI APIC Support ................................................ 4-34

4.5.5 APM Configuration ................................................ 4-34

4.5.6 Hardware Monitor ................................................. 4-36

4.6 Boot menu .......................................................................... 4-37

4.6.1 Boot Device Priority .............................................. 4-38

4.6.2 Removable Drives ................................................. 4-39

4.6.3 Boot Settings Configuration ................................. 4-39

4.6.4 Security ................................................................ 4-41

4.7 Tools ................................................................................... 4-44

4.7.1 EZ Flash 2 ............................................................. 4-44

4.7.2 ASUS O.C. Profile .................................................. 4-45

4.8 Exit menu ........................................................................... 4-47

Chapter 5: Software supportChapter 5: Software support

Chapter 5: Software support

Chapter 5: Software supportChapter 5: Software support

5.1 Installing an operating system ............................................. 5-1

5.2 Support CD information ........................................................ 5-1

5.2.1 Running the support CD ......................................... 5-1

5.2.2 Drivers menu .......................................................... 5-2

5.2.3 Utilities menu .......................................................... 5-3

5.2.4 Make Disk menu ...................................................... 5-5

5.2.5 Manuals menu ......................................................... 5-6

5.2.6 Contact information ............................................... 5-6

5.2.7 Other information ................................................... 5-7

5.3 Software information ......................................................... 5-11

5.3.1 ASUS MyLogo2™ .................................................. 5-11

5.3.2 AI NET2 ................................................................ 5-13

5.3.3 AI Gear .................................................................. 5-14

5.3.4 AI Nap ................................................................... 5-16

5.3.5 AI Booster............................................................. 5-17

5.3.6 ASUS PC Probe II ................................................... 5-18

®

5.3.7 SoundMAX

High Definition Audio utility .............. 5-24

5.4 RAID configurations ............................................................ 5-29

5.4.1 Installing Serial ATA hard disks ............................. 5-30

5.4.2 Intel® RAID configurations ................................... 5-30

5.5 Creating a RAID driver disk ................................................. 5-41

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Appendix: CPU featuresAppendix: CPU features

Appendix: CPU features

Appendix: CPU featuresAppendix: CPU features

A.1 Intel® EM64T ........................................................................ A-1

®

A.2 Enhanced Intel SpeedStep

®

A.3 Intel

Hyper-Threading Technology ...................................... A-3

Technology (EIST) .................... A-1

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Notices

Federal Communications Commission StatementFederal Communications Commission Statement

Federal Communications Commission Statement

Federal Communications Commission StatementFederal Communications Commission Statement

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

•

This device may not cause harmful interference, and

•

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

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

•

Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

•

Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

•

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

•

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

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

Canadian Department of Communications StatementCanadian Department of Communications Statement

Canadian Department of Communications Statement

Canadian Department of Communications StatementCanadian Department of Communications Statement

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

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

This class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian

This class B digital apparatus complies with CanadianThis class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian
ICES-003.ICES-003.

ICES-003.

ICES-003.ICES-003.

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Safety information

Electrical safetyElectrical safety

Electrical safety

Electrical safetyElectrical safety

•

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

•

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

•

Before connecting or removing signal cables from the motherboard,
ensure that all power cables are unplugged.

•

Seek professional assistance before using an adpater or extension cord.
These devices could interrupt the grounding circuit.

•

Make sure that your power supply is set to the correct voltage in your
area. If you are not sure about the voltage of the electrical outlet you are
using, contact your local power company.

•

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

Operation safetyOperation safety

Operation safety

Operation safetyOperation safety

•

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

•

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

•

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

•

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

•

Place the product on a stable surface.

•

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

The symbol of the crossed out wheeled bin indicates that the product
(electrical and electronic equipment) should not be placed in municipal
waste. Please check local regulations for disposal of electronic products.

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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 user guide contains the following parts:

••

Chapter 1: Product introductionChapter 1: Product introduction

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Chapter 1: Product introduction

••

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

technology it supports.

••

Chapter 2: Hardware informationChapter 2: Hardware information

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Chapter 2: Hardware information

••

Chapter 2: Hardware informationChapter 2: Hardware information
This chapter lists the hardware setup procedures that you have to

perform when installing system components. It includes description of
the switches, jumpers, and connectors on the motherboard.

••

Chapter 3: Powering upChapter 3: Powering up

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Chapter 3: Powering up

••

Chapter 3: Powering upChapter 3: Powering up
This chapter describes the power up sequence and ways of shutting

down the system.

••

Chapter 4: BIOS setupChapter 4: BIOS setup

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Chapter 4: BIOS setup

••

Chapter 4: BIOS setupChapter 4: 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 5: Software supportChapter 5: Software support

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Chapter 5: Software support

••

Chapter 5: Software supportChapter 5: Software support
This chapter describes the contents of the support CD that comes

with the motherboard package.

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Appendix: CPU featuresAppendix: CPU features

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Appendix: CPU features

••

Appendix: CPU featuresAppendix: CPU features
The Appendix describes the CPU features and technologies that the

motherboard supports.

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.

TypographyTypography

Typography

TypographyTypography

Bold textBold text

Bold text Indicates a menu or an item to select.

Bold textBold text

Italics

<Key> Keys enclosed in the less-than and greater-than

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

CommandCommand

Command Means that you must type the command exactly

CommandCommand

Used to emphasize a word or a phrase.

sign means that you must press the enclosed key.

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

simultaneously, the key names are linked with a
plus sign (+).

Example: <Ctrl+Alt+D>

as shown, then supply the required item or value
enclosed in brackets.

Example: At the DOS prompt, type the command
line:

afudos /i[filename]
afudos /iWDG2WSP.ROM

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specifications summary

CPUCPU

CPU

CPUCPU

LGA775 socket for Intel® Core™2 Duo/Pentium® D/

®

Pentium

®

Intel

4/Celeron® CPU support

Presler 65nm Dual core CPU support
Intel® next generation Core™2 Duo CPU support
Compatible with Intel® 05B/05A and 04B/04A

processors

Supports Intel EIST/EM64T/Hyper-Threading Technology

ChipsetChipset

Chipset

ChipsetChipset

Front Side BusFront Side Bus

Front Side Bus

Front Side BusFront Side Bus

MemoryMemory

Memory

MemoryMemory

Expansion slotsExpansion slots

Expansion slots

Expansion slotsExpansion slots

CrossFire™CrossFire™

CrossFire™

CrossFire™CrossFire™

StorageStorage

Storage

StorageStorage

Northbridge: Intel

®

975X Express Memory Controller

Hub (MCH)
Southbridge: Intel® ICH7R
PCI-X Bridge: Intel® 6702PXH (PXH-V)

1066/800/533 MHz

Dual-channel memory architecture
4 x 240-pin DIMM sockets support up to 8 GB system

memory unbufferred ECC/non-ECC DDR2 667/

533 MHz memory modules
Native DDR2 800 support

2 x PCI Express™ x16 slots for discrete graphics cards

®

2 x PCI-X

slots

2 x PCI 2.2 slots

Supports ATI CrossFire™ graphics cards

®

Intel

ICH7R Southbridge supports:

- 1 x IDE connector for up to two Ultra DMA

100/66/33 hard disks

- 4 x Serial ATA I/II 3.0 Gb/s hard disks with RAID 0,

RAID 1, RAID 10, and RAID 5 configuration

- Intel® Matrix Storage Technology

LANLAN

LAN

LANLAN

High DefinitionHigh Definition

High Definition

High DefinitionHigh Definition
AudioAudio

Audio

AudioAudio

Marvell® 88SE614x Serial ATA controller supports:

- 4 x Serial ATA I/II 3.0 Gb/s hard disks

®

Marvell

88E8052+88E8001 Dual Gigabit LAN controllers

- Support teaming function

High definition audio, ADI® AD1988B SoundMax 7.1

channel CODEC

Supports Multi-streaming, Jack-sensing, and

Jack-retasking functions

Coaxial and optical S/PDIF out ports

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IEEE 1394aIEEE 1394a

IEEE 1394a

IEEE 1394aIEEE 1394a

USBUSB

USB

USBUSB

ASUS specialASUS special

ASUS special

ASUS specialASUS special
featuresfeatures

features

featuresfeatures

T1 1394a controller supports:

- 2 x IEEE 1394a ports

Supports up to 8 USB 2.0 ports

ASUS AI NET2
ASUS AI Overclocking (intelligent CPU frequency tuner)
ASUS MyLogo2
ASUS Q-Fan2
ASUS Multi-language BIOS
ASUS CrashFree BIOS 2
ASUS EZ Flash 2
ASUS C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall)
ASUS CPU Lock Free
AI Quiet
ASUS PEG Link 2 (automatic performance tuning for

single/dual graphics cards)
Precision Tweaker
Stack Cool 2 patented fanless cooling technology
8-Phase Power Design
Stepless Frequency Selection (SFS) allows FSB

tuning from 200 MHz up to 450 MHz at 1 MHz

increment
Adjustable CPU, memory, and PCI Express x16 voltage

BIOS featuresBIOS features

BIOS features

BIOS featuresBIOS features

ManageabilityManageability

Manageability

ManageabilityManageability

PowPow

erer

Pow

er

PowPow

erer

RequirementRequirement

Requirement

RequirementRequirement

Form FactorForm Factor

Form Factor

Form FactorForm Factor

8 Mb Flash ROM, AMI BIOS, Green PnP, DMI2.0, WfM2.0,

ACPI 2.0a, SM BIOS 2.3

WOL by PME, WOR by PME, chassis intrusion, PXE,

AI NET2

ATX power supply (with 24-pin and 2 x 4-pin 12 V plugs)
ATX 12V 2.0 or later standard compliant

ATX form factor: 12 in x 9.6 in (30.5 cm x 24.5 cm)

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Rear panelRear panel

Rear panel

Rear panelRear panel

InternalInternal

Internal

InternalInternal
connectorsconnectors

connectors

connectorsconnectors

1 x PS/2 mouse port
1 x PS/2 keyboard port
1 x Parallel port
2 x LAN (RJ-45) ports
1 x Coaxial S/PDIF Out port
1 x Optical S/PDIF Out port
1 x eSATA port
4 x USB 2.0 ports

(5 x USB ports for optional Wi-Fi

edition)

8-Channel audio ports

1 x Floppy disk drive connector
1 x Primary IDE connector
4 x ICH7R Serial ATA connectors

®

4 x Marvell

88SE61x Serial ATA RAID connectors
1 x Optical drive audio connector
1 x Front panel audio connector
2 x USB connectors for four additional USB 2.0 ports
2 x IEEE 1394a port connector
1 x Chassis intrusion connector
1 x CPU fan connector
2 x Chassis fan connectors
1 x Power fan connector
1 x Serial port (COM1) connector
EATX power connectors (24-pin and 2 x 4-pin)
System panel connector

Support CDSupport CD

Support CD

Support CDSupport CD
contentscontents

contents

contentscontents

Device drivers
BIOS Flash Utility under DOS
ASUS AI Booster
ASUS Update
ASUS PC Probe 2
Symantec NIS 2006
Microsoft

®

DirectX 9.0c
Adobe® Acrobat Reader
RAID Utility

*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

1

Chapter summary

1

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

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

1.3 Special features .................................................................... 1-2

ASUS P5WDG2 WS ProfessionalASUS P5WDG2 WS Professional

ASUS P5WDG2 WS Professional

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1.1 Welcome!

®®

®

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
Workstation Workstation

Workstation

Workstation Workstation

motherboard!motherboard!

motherboard!

motherboard!motherboard!

®®

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P5WDG2 WS Professional

P5WDG2 WS ProfessionalP5WDG2 WS Professional

The motherboard delivers a host of new features and latest technologies,
making it another standout in the long line of ASUS quality motherboards!

Before you start installing the motherboard, and hardware devices on it,
check the items in your package with the list below.

1.2 Package contents

Check your motherboard package for the following items.

MotherboardMotherboard

Motherboard ASUS P5WDG2 WS Professional motherboard

MotherboardMotherboard

I/O modulesI/O modules

I/O modules 1 x IEEE 1394a module

I/O modulesI/O modules

1 x 2-port USB 2.0/GAME module
1 x COM1 module

CablesCables

Cables 1 x 2-in-1 FDD/ATA/Logo+Pull cable

CablesCables

8 x Serial ATA signal cables
4 x Serial ATA power cables for up to 8 devices

AccessoriesAccessories

Accessories I/O shield

AccessoriesAccessories

1 x Wi-Fi antenna

Application CDApplication CD

Application CD ASUS motherboard support CD

Application CDApplication CD

DocumentationDocumentation

Documentation User guide

DocumentationDocumentation

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

(optional)

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ASUS P5WDG2 WS Professional

ASUS P5WDG2 WS ProfessionalASUS P5WDG2 WS Professional

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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

Product highlightsProduct highlights

Product highlights

Product highlightsProduct highlights

The motherboard comes with a 775-pin surface mount Land Grid Array
(LGA) socket designed for the Intel® Pentium® 4/Celeron®/Pentium® D/
Pentium® Processor Extreme Edition in the 775-land package with 1066/
800/533 MHz Front Side Bus (FSB). The motherboard also supports the
Intel® Hyper-Threading Technology and is fully compatible with Intel

®

05B/

05A and 04B/04A processors. See page 2-7 for details.

®®

®

IntelIntel

Intel

IntelIntel

This motherboard supports Intel® Pentium® D/Pentium® 4/Celeron

®®

65nm Dual-Core CPU support 65nm Dual-Core CPU support

65nm Dual-Core CPU support

65nm Dual-Core CPU support 65nm Dual-Core CPU support

®

dual-core processors built on the 65-nanometer (nm) process technology
with copper interconnect. Dual-core processors contain two physical
CPU cores with dedicated L2 caches to meet demands for more powerful
processing. Intel®’s 65nm process is the most advanced chip manufacturing
technology, delivering breakthrough performance, enhanced media
experience, and low power consumption. Intel

®

65nm dual-core processors
utilize the latest package technologies for a thinner, lighter design without
compromising performance. This motherboard also supports Intel
generation Core™2 Duo CPU. This motherboard supports the latest Intel
Core™2 processors in LGA775 package. With new Intel

®

Core™

microarchitecture technology and 1066/800 MHz FSB, Intel

®

®

Core™2

next

®

processor is one of the most powerful and enrgy-efficient CPUs in the
world.

IntelIntel

Intel

IntelIntel

®

975X Express/ICH7R chipset 975X Express/ICH7R chipset

975X Express/ICH7R chipset

975X Express/ICH7R chipset 975X Express/ICH7R chipset

The Intel® 975X Express Memory Controller Hub (MCH) and the ICH7R I/O
controller hub provide the vital interfaces for the motherboard. The Intel
975X Express is the latest chipset designed to support Dual PCI Express
graphics, along with the maximum 8 GB dual-channel DDR2 800/667/533
MHz, 1066/800/533 FSB, and dual-core CPU. The MCH also supports the
Intel® Memory Pipeline Technology (MPT) that boosts system performance.

®

The Intel

ICH7R Southbridge integrates four Serial ATA I/II connectors
enabled through the Serial ATA 3 Gb/s RAID controller to ensure data
security and enable powerful multi-task processing.

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IntelIntel

Intel

IntelIntel

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Memory Pipeline Technology (MPT) Memory Pipeline Technology (MPT)

Memory Pipeline Technology (MPT)

Memory Pipeline Technology (MPT) Memory Pipeline Technology (MPT)

The Intel® MPT increases system-level and standard operating performance
by optimizing memory access between CPU and system memory.

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IntelIntel

Intel

IntelIntel

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EM64T EM64T

EM64T

EM64T EM64T

The motherboard supports Intel® Pentium® 4 CPUs with the Intel® EM64T
(Extended Memory 64 Technology). The Intel

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EM64T feature allows your
computer to run on 64-bit operating systems and access larger amounts of
system memory for faster and more efficient computing. See the Appendix
for details.

Enhanced Intel SpeedStepEnhanced Intel SpeedStep

Enhanced Intel SpeedStep

Enhanced Intel SpeedStepEnhanced Intel SpeedStep

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Technology (EIST) Technology (EIST)

Technology (EIST)

Technology (EIST) Technology (EIST)

The Enhanced Intel SpeedStep® Technology (EIST) intelligently manages
the CPU resources by automatically adjusting the CPU voltage and core
frequency depending on the CPU loading and system speed or power
requirement. See page 4-26 and the Appendix for details.

DDR2 memory support DDR2 memory support

DDR2 memory support

DDR2 memory support DDR2 memory support

The motherboard supports DDR2 memory, which features data transfer
rates of 800/667/533 MHz to meet the higher bandwidth requirements of
the latest 3D graphics, multimedia, and Internet applications. The
dual-channel DDR2 architecture doubles the bandwidth of your system
memory to boost system performance, eliminating bottlenecks with peak
bandwidths of up to 10.7 GB/s. See page 2-14 for details.

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PCI-XPCI-X

PCI-X

PCI-XPCI-X

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interface interface

interface

interface interface

The motherboard supports PCI-X, the new and improved version of the
previous PCI standard. PCI-X offers faster data transfers and enhanced system
reliability with ECC automatic single-bit error recovery and double-bit error
detection. PCI-X, which is backward-compatible with PCI-based hardware and
software, enables users to keep pace with upcoming advances in
high-bandwidth, business-critical applications such as Fiber Channel, RAID,
InfiniBrand™ Architecture, and iSCSI. See page 2-23 for details.

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PCI Express™ interface PCI Express™ interface

PCI Express™ interface

PCI Express™ interface PCI Express™ interface

The motherboard fully supports PCI Express, the latest I/O interconnect
technology that speeds up the PCI bus. PCI Express features point-to-point
serial interconnections between devices and allows higher clockspeeds by
carrying data in packets. This high speed interface is software compatible with
existing PCI specifications. See page 2-23 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 technology through the S/PDIF
interfaces on the rear panel. The S/PDIF technology turns your computer into
a high-end entertainment system with digital connectivity to powerful audio
and speaker systems. See page 2-33 for details.

8-channel high definition audio 8-channel high definition audio

8-channel high definition audio

8-channel high definition audio 8-channel high definition audio

Onboard is the ADI AD1988B High Definition Audio 8-channel audio CODEC.
This CODEC is fully-compliant with Intel® High Definition Audio standard
(192 KHz, 24-bit audio). With the CODEC, 8-channel audio ports, and S/
PDIF interfaces, you can connect your computer to home theater decoders
to produce crystal-clear digital audio.

IEEE 1394a support IEEE 1394a support

IEEE 1394a support

IEEE 1394a support IEEE 1394a support

The motherboard supports the IEEE 1394a interface that provides
high-speed and flexible PC connectivity to a wide range of peripherals and
devices compliant to IEEE 1394a standards. The IEEE 1394a interface
allows up to 400 Mbps transfer rates through simple , low-cost,
high-bandwidth asynchronous (real-time) data interfacing between
computers, peripherals, and consumer electronic devices such as
camcorders, VCRs, printers, TVs, and digital cameras. See pages 2-33 and
2-38 for details.

USB 2.0 technology USB 2.0 technology

USB 2.0 technology

USB 2.0 technology USB 2.0 technology

The motherboard implements the Universal Serial Bus (USB) 2.0
specification, dramatically increasing the connection speed from the
12 Mbps bandwidth on USB 1.1 to a fast 480 Mbps on USB 2.0. USB 2.0 is
backward compatible with USB 1.1. See pages 2-33 and 2-38 for details.

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Dual Gigabit LAN solution Dual Gigabit LAN solution

Dual Gigabit LAN solution

Dual Gigabit LAN solution Dual Gigabit LAN solution

The motherboard comes with dual Gigabit LAN controllers to provide the
total solution for your networking needs. These network controllers use the
PCI Express segment to provide faster data bandwidth for your wired or
wireless Internet, LAN, and file sharing requirements. See page 2-32 for
details.

Trusted Platform Module (TPM)Trusted Platform Module (TPM)

Trusted Platform Module (TPM)

Trusted Platform Module (TPM)Trusted Platform Module (TPM)

The Trusted Platform Module (TPM) is a secure microcontroller hardware
component with embedded software. The motherboard implements the
optional module to provide the first link in the chain of trust, providing
convenient single sign-on to systems and enable digital signatures for
secure transactions.See page 2-43 for details.

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Serial ATA I/II technology Serial ATA I/II technology

Serial ATA I/II technology

Serial ATA I/II technology Serial ATA I/II technology

The motherboard supports the Serial ATA 3 Gb/s technology through the
Serial ATA interfaces and the Intel® 975X Express MCH chipset. The Serial
ATA 3 Gb/s specification provides twice the bandwidth of the current Serial
ATA products with a host of new features, including Native Command
Queuing (NCQ), Power Management (PM) Implementation Algorithm, and Hot
Swap. Serial ATA allows thinner, more flexible cables with lower pin count
and reduced voltage requirements. See pages 2-35 and 2-36 for details.

ASUS Intelligence (AI) featuresASUS Intelligence (AI) features

ASUS Intelligence (AI) features

ASUS Intelligence (AI) featuresASUS Intelligence (AI) features

[optional] [optional]

[optional]

[optional] [optional]

ASUS Stack Cool 2 ASUS Stack Cool 2

ASUS Stack Cool 2

ASUS Stack Cool 2 ASUS Stack Cool 2

ASUS Stack Cool 2 is a fan-less and zero-noise cooling solution that lowers
the temperature of critical heat generating components by 20ºC. The
motherboard uses a special design on the printed circuit board (PCB) to
dissipate heat that critical components generate. See page 2-3 for details.

AI Quiet AI Quiet

AI Quiet

AI Quiet AI Quiet

The ASUS AI Quiet function dynamically controls CPU speed and reduces
temperature and fan speeds, thus minimizing noise and ensuring quiet
operation. See page 4-35 for details.

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Native DDR2-800 memory support Native DDR2-800 memory support

Native DDR2-800 memory support

Native DDR2-800 memory support Native DDR2-800 memory support

Native DDR2-800 eliminates the bottleneck when overclocking both the
CPU and the memory, thus maximizing performance for 3D graphics and
other system-intensive applications. See pages 2-16 and 4-20 for details.

AI Overclocking AI Overclocking

AI Overclocking

AI Overclocking AI Overclocking

This feature allows convenient overclocking up to 30 percent (depending
on the installed CPU and DRAM) to enhance system performance while still
maintaining system stability. See page 4-19 to set the BIOS items for
overclocking.

AI NET2 AI NET2

AI NET2

AI NET2 AI NET2

AI NET2 is a BIOS-based diagnostic tool that detects and reports Ethernet
cable faults and shorts. With this utility, you can easily monitor the
condition of the Ethernet cable connected to the LAN (RJ-45) port. During
the bootup process, AI NET2 immediately diagnoses the LAN cable and
reports shorts and faults up to 100 meters at 1 meter accuracy. See pages
4-23 and 5-13 for details.

Innovative ASUS featuresInnovative ASUS features

Innovative ASUS features

Innovative ASUS featuresInnovative ASUS features

PEG Link Mode PEG Link Mode

PEG Link Mode

PEG Link Mode PEG Link Mode

This feature enhances your PCI Express graphics card performance by
allowing the motherboard to automatically adjust the PCI Express graphics
link mode to the correct frequency based on the system configuration.
Four additional settings are available for overclocking the PEG Link Mode.
See page 4-28 for details.

CPU Lock FreeCPU Lock Free

CPU Lock Free

CPU Lock FreeCPU Lock Free

This feature allows you to adjust the CPU multiplier to 14x. Setting the
appropriate BIOS setting automatically reduces the CPU multiplier value for
more flexibility when increasing external FSB. See page 4-20 for details.

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ASUS Q-Fan 2 technology ASUS Q-Fan 2 technology

ASUS Q-Fan 2 technology

ASUS Q-Fan 2 technology ASUS Q-Fan 2 technology

The ASUS Q-Fan 2 technology smartly adjusts the fan speeds according to
the system loading to ensure quiet, cool, and efficient operation.
See page 4-35 for details.

ASUS Multi-language BIOS ASUS Multi-language BIOS

ASUS Multi-language BIOS

ASUS Multi-language BIOS ASUS Multi-language BIOS

The multi-language BIOS allows you to select the language of your choice
from the available options. The localized BIOS menus allow easier and faster
configuration. See page 4-14 for details.

ASUS MyLogo2™ ASUS MyLogo2™

ASUS MyLogo2™

ASUS MyLogo2™ ASUS MyLogo2™

This new feature present in the motherboard allows you to personalize and
add style to your system with customizable boot logos. See pages 4-38
and 5-11 for details.

ASUS CrashFree BIOS 2 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 2

ASUS CrashFree BIOS 2

ASUS CrashFree BIOS 2 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 2

This feature allows you to restore the original BIOS data from the support CD
in case when the BIOS codes and data are corrupted. This protection
eliminates the need to buy a replacement ROM chip. See page 4-9 for details.

ASUS EZ Flash 2 BIOS ASUS EZ Flash 2 BIOS

ASUS EZ Flash 2 BIOS

ASUS EZ Flash 2 BIOS ASUS EZ Flash 2 BIOS

With the ASUS EZ Flash 2, you can easily update the system BIOS even
before loading the operating system. No need to use a DOS-based utility or
boot from a floppy disk. See page 4-5 for details.

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

information

Hardware

2

Chapter summary

2

2.1 Before you proceed .............................................................. 2-1

2.2 Motherboard overview .......................................................... 2-2

2.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU) .............................................. 2-7

2.4 System memory ................................................................. 2-14

2.5 Expansion slots ................................................................... 2-21

2.6 Jumpers .............................................................................. 2-28

2.7 Connectors ......................................................................... 2-30

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2.1 Before you proceed

Take note of the following precautions before you install motherboard
components or change any motherboard settings.

• Unplug the power cord from the wall socket before touching any
component.

• Use a grounded wrist strap or touch a safely grounded object or
a metal object, such as the power supply case, before handling
components to avoid damaging them due to static electricity.

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

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

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

•

Before you install or remove any component, ensure

Before you install or remove any component, ensureBefore you install or remove any component, ensure
that the 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. The green LED lights
up to indicate that the system is ON, in sleep mode, or in soft-off mode.
This is a reminder that you should shut down the system and unplug the
power cable before removing or plugging in any motherboard component.
The illustration below shows the location of the onboard LED.

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ON

Standby

Power

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OFF

Powered

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2.2 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.

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Placement directionPlacement direction

Placement direction

Placement directionPlacement direction

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

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Screw holesScrew holes

Screw holes

Screw holesScrew holes

Place nine (9) screws into the holes indicated by circles to secure the
motherboard to the chassis.

Do not overtighten the screws! Doing so can damage the motherboard.

Place this side towardsPlace this side towards

Place this side towards

Place this side towardsPlace this side towards
the rear of the chassisthe rear of the chassis

the rear of the chassis

the rear of the chassisthe rear of the chassis

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2.2.32.2.3

2.2.3

2.2.32.2.3

The motherboard comes with the ASUS Stack Cool 2 cooling solution that
lowers the temperature of critical heat generating components by 20ºC.
The motherboard uses a special design on the printed circuit board (PCB)
to dissipate heat that critical components generate.

ASUS Stack Cool 2ASUS Stack Cool 2

ASUS Stack Cool 2

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PS/2KBMS

T: Mouse
B: Keyboard

SPDIF_O1

SPDIF_O2

PARALLEL PORT

ES ATA

Motherboard layoutMotherboard layout

Motherboard layout

Motherboard layoutMotherboard layout

24.5cm (9.6in)

EATX12V

LGA775

CPU_FAN

PWR_FAN

I/O

Super

LAN1_USB12

LAN2_USB34

AUDIO

Marvell

88E8052

AD1988B

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88E8001

Marvell

CD

AAFP

FLOPPY

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DDR2 DIMM_B2 (64 bit,184-pin module)

DDR2 DIMM_A1 (64 bit,240-pin module)

DDR2 DIMM_B1 (64 bit,240-pin module)

DDR2 DIMM_A2 (64 bit,240-pin module)

EATXPWR

USB78

CHA_FAN1

Intel
975X
MCH

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PCIEX16_1

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CR2032 3V
Lithium Cell

CMOS Power

Intel

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6702PXH

PCIEX16_2

(PXH-V)

PCIX_SPEED

30.5cm (12.0in)

PRI_IDE

PCIX_1

SATA4

SATA2

CHASSIS

CHA_FAN2

SATA3

SATA1

8Mb

BIOS

CLRTC

PANEL

COM1

PCI1

PCI2

PCIX_2

USB56

SB_PWR

IE1394_1

TSB43AB22A

IE1394_2

EXT_SATA3

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Intel

ICH7R

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Marvell

88SE614x

EXT_SATA2 EXT_SATA1

TPM

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The Wireless LAN module and the USB port on the module are optional
items and are grayed out in the above illustration.

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Layout contentsLayout contents

Layout contents

Layout contentsLayout contents

SlotsSlots

Slots

SlotsSlots

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1. DDR2 DIMM slots 2-14

2. PCI Express x16 slots 2-23

3. PCI slots 2-23

4. PCI -X slots 2-23

JumperJumper

Jumper

JumperJumper

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1. Clear RTC RAM (3-pin CLRTC) 2-28

2. PCIX speed setting (6-pin PCIX_SPEED) 2-29

Rear panel connectorsRear panel connectors

Rear panel connectors

Rear panel connectorsRear panel connectors

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1. PS/2 mouse port (green) 2-30

2. Parallel port 2-30

3. LAN1 (RJ-45) port 2-30

4. LAN2 (RJ-45) port 2-30

5. Rear Speaker Out port (black) 2-31

6. Center/Subwoofer port (orange) 2-31

7. Line In port (light blue) 2-31

8. Line Out port (lime) 2-31

9. Microphone port (pink) 2-31

10. Side Speaker Out port (gray) 2-31

11. USB 2.0 ports 3 and 4 2-31

12. USB 2.0 ports 1 and 2 2-31

13. External ATA port 2-32

14. Optical S/PDIF Out port 2-32

15. Coaxial S/PDIF Out port 2-32

16. PS/2 keyboard port (purple) 2-32

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Internal connectors

Internal connectorsInternal connectors

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1. Floppy disk drive connector (34-1 pin FLOPPY) 2-33

2. Primary IDE connector (40-1 pin PRI_IDE) 2-33

3. ICH7R Serial ATA connectors (7-pin SATA1 [red], 2-34
SATA2 [red], SATA3 [black], SATA4 [black])

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4. Marvell

88SE614x Serial ATA connectors 2-35

(7-pin EXT_SATA1, EXT_SATA2, EXT_SATA3)

5. Optical drive audio connector (4-pin CD) 2-36

6. Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP) 2-36

7. USB connectors (10-1 pin USB56, USB78

[optional]

) 2-37

8. IEEE 1394a port connectors (10-1 pin IE1394_1[Red];
10-1 pin IE1394_2 [Red]) 2-37

9. Chassis intrusion connector (4-1 pin CHASSIS) 2-38

10. CPU, Chassis, and Power Fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN, 2-39
3-pin PWR_FAN, 3-pin CHA_FAN1, 3-pin CHA_FAN2)

11. Serial port connector (10-1 pin COM1) 2-40

12. ATX power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR, 2x4-pin EATX12V) 2-40

13. TPM connector (20-1 pin TPM) 2-42

14. System panel connector (12-pin PANEL) 2-43

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System power LED

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Hard disk drive activity LED

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System warning speaker

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ATX power button/soft-off button

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Reset button

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2.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU)

The motherboard comes with a surface mount LGA775 socket designed for
the Intel® Pentium® 4/Celeron®/Intel® Pentium® D processor in the 775-land
package.

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This motherboard also supports the Intel
Edition, the latest CPU with embedded dual physical cores and
Hyper-Threading technology, making four CPU threads possible. Refer to
the table below for the operating system support status.

OS licensing support listOS licensing support list

OS licensing support list

OS licensing support listOS licensing support list

Intel Dual-Core CPU supportIntel Dual-Core CPU support

Intel Dual-Core CPU support

Intel Dual-Core CPU supportIntel Dual-Core CPU support

Windows® 2000 Professional
Windows® 2000 Advanced Server Windows® 2000 Advanced Server
Windows® XP Home Windows® XP Home
Windows® XP Professional Windows® XP Professional

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Windows

Enterprise Enterprise

Server 2003 - Standard, Windows® Server 2003 - Standard,

Pentium® Processor Extreme

®®

®

PentiumPentium

Pentium

PentiumPentium

EditionEdition

Edition

EditionEdition

®®

Processor Extreme Processor Extreme

Processor Extreme

Processor Extreme Processor Extreme

(supports Hyper-Threading (supports Hyper-Threading

(supports Hyper-Threading

(supports Hyper-Threading (supports Hyper-Threading

TechnologyTechnology

Technology

TechnologyTechnology

))

)

))

If installing a dual-core CPU, connect the chassis fan cable to the
CHA_FAN1 connector to ensure system stability.

•

Upon purchase of the motherboard, make sure that the PnP cap is
on the socket and the socket contacts are not bent. Contact your
retailer immediately if the PnP cap is missing, or if you see any
damage to the PnP cap/socket contacts/motherboard components.
ASUS will shoulder the cost of repair only if the damage is shipment/
transit-related.

•

Keep the cap after installing the motherboard. ASUS will process
Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) requests only if the
motherboard comes with the cap on the LGA775 socket.

• The product warranty does not cover damage to the socket
contacts resulting from incorrect CPU installation/removal, or
misplacement/loss/incorrect removal of the PnP cap.

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Installing the CPUInstalling the CPU

Installing the CPU

Installing the CPUInstalling the CPU

To install a CPU:

1. Locate the CPU socket on the motherboard.

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Before installing the CPU, make sure that the socket box is facing
towards you and the load lever is on your left.

2. Press the load lever with your thumb (A), then move it to the left (B)
until it is released from the retention tab.

Retention tabRetention tab

Retention tab

Retention tabRetention tab

A

PnP capPnP cap

PnP cap

Load leverLoad lever

Load lever

Load leverLoad lever

B

This side of theThis side of the

This side of the

This side of theThis side of the
socket box shouldsocket box should

socket box should

socket box shouldsocket box should
face you.face you.

face you.

face you.face you.

PnP capPnP cap

To prevent damage to the socket pins, do not remove the PnP cap
unless you are installing a CPU.

3. Lift the load lever in the
direction of the arrow to a 135º
angle.

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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

Alignment keyAlignment key

Alignment key

Alignment keyAlignment key

key should fit into the
CPU notch.

Gold triangle markGold triangle mark

Gold triangle mark

Gold triangle markGold triangle mark

Load plateLoad plate

Load plate

Load plateLoad plate

B

A

The CPU fits in only one correct orientation. DO NOT force the CPU into
the socket to prevent bending the connectors on the socket and
damaging the CPU!

6. Close the load plate (A), then
push the load lever (B) until
it snaps into the retention
tab.

7. If installing a dual-core CPU,
connect the chassis fan cable
to the CHA_FAN1 connector
to ensure system stability.

The motherboard supports Intel® Pentium® 4 LGA775 processors with
the Intel® Enhanced Memory 64 Technology (EM64T), Enhanced Intel
SpeedStep® Technology (EIST), and Hyper-Threading Technology. Refer
to the Appendix for more information on these CPU features.

A

B

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Installing the CPU heatsink and fanInstalling the CPU heatsink and fan

Installing the CPU heatsink and fan

Installing the CPU heatsink and fanInstalling the CPU heatsink and fan

The Intel® Pentium® 4 LGA775 processor requires a specially designed
heatsink and fan assembly to ensure optimum thermal condition and
performance.

•

When you buy a boxed Intel® Pentium® 4 processor, the package
includes the CPU fan and heatsink assembly. If you buy a CPU
separately, make sure that you use only Intel®-certified
multi-directional heatsink and fan.

•

Your Intel® Pentium® 4 LGA775 heatsink and fan assembly comes in
a push-pin design and requires no tool to install.

•

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

Make sure that you have installed the motherboard to the chassis before
you install the CPU fan and heatsink assembly.

To install the CPU heatsink and fan:

1. Place the heatsink on top of
the installed CPU, making sure
that the four fasteners match
the holes on the motherboard.

Orient the heatsink and fan
assembly such that the CPU
fan cable is closest to the
CPU fan connector.

Narrow endNarrow end

Narrow end

Narrow endNarrow end
of the grooveof the groove

of the groove

of the grooveof the groove

Motherboard holeMotherboard hole

Motherboard hole

Motherboard holeMotherboard hole

FastenerFastener

Fastener

FastenerFastener

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Make sure to orient each fastener with the narrow end of the groove
pointing outward. (The photo shows the groove shaded for emphasis.)

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

B

A

A

A

B

B

A

B

3. Connect the CPU fan cable to the connector on the motherboard
labeled CPU_FAN.

CPU_FAN

P5WDG2-WS PRO

®

CPU FAN IN

CPU FAN PWR

CPU FAN PWM

GND

P5WDG2-WS PRO 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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2.3.32.3.3

2.3.3

2.3.32.3.3

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.

2. Rotate each fastener
counterclockwise.

3. Pull up two fasteners at a time
in a diagonal sequence to
disengage the heatsink and fan
assembly from the
motherboard.

B

A

A

A

B

B

A

4. Carefully remove the heatsink
and fan assembly from the
motherboard.

B

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5. Rotate each fastener clockwise
to ensure correct orientation
when reinstalling.

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

Refer to the documentation in the boxed or stand-alone CPU fan
package for detailed information on CPU fan installation.

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2.4 System memory

2.4.12.4.1

2.4.1

2.4.12.4.1

OverviewOverview

Overview

OverviewOverview

The motherboard comes with four Double Data Rate 2 (DDR2) Dual Inline
Memory Modules (DIMM) sockets.

A DDR2 module has the same physical dimensions as a DDR DIMM but has a
240-pin footprint compared to the 184-pin DDR DIMM. DDR2 DIMMs are
notched differently to prevent installation on a DDR DIMM socket.

The figure illustrates the location of the DDR2 DIMM sockets:

P5WDG2-WS PRO

®

DIMM_A2

DIMM_A1

P5WDG2-WS PRO 240-pin DDR2 DIMM sockets

DIMM_B2

DIMM_B1

Channel AChannel A

Channel A

Channel AChannel A

Channel BChannel B

Channel B

Channel BChannel B

2.4.22.4.2

2.4.2

2.4.22.4.2

ChannelChannel

Channel

ChannelChannel

DIMM_A1 and DIMM_A2DIMM_A1 and DIMM_A2

DIMM_A1 and DIMM_A2

DIMM_A1 and DIMM_A2DIMM_A1 and DIMM_A2

DIMM_B1 and DIMM_B2DIMM_B1 and DIMM_B2

DIMM_B1 and DIMM_B2

DIMM_B1 and DIMM_B2DIMM_B1 and DIMM_B2

Memory configurationsMemory configurations

Memory configurations

Memory configurationsMemory configurations

SocketsSockets

Sockets

SocketsSockets

You may install 256 MB, 512 MB, 1 GB, and 2 GB unbuffered ECC and
non-ECC DDR2 DIMMs into the DIMM sockets.

• For dual-channel configuration, the total size of memory module(s)
installed per channel must be the same (DIMM_A1 + DIMM_A2 =
DIMM_B1 + DIMM_B2).

• Always install DIMMs with the same CAS latency. For optimum
compatibility, it is recommended that you obtain memory modules
from the same vendor. Visit the ASUS website (www.asus.com) for
the latest Qualified Vendors List.

• Due to chipset resource allocation, the system may detect less than
8 GB system memory when you installed four 2 GB DDR2 memory
modules.

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• This motherboard does not support memory modules made up of
128 Mb chips or double sided x16 memory modules.

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®®

®

Important notice on installing WindowsImportant notice on installing Windows

Important notice on installing Windows

Important notice on installing WindowsImportant notice on installing Windows

®®

XP 32-bit version XP 32-bit version

XP 32-bit version

XP 32-bit version XP 32-bit version

If you install Windows

®

XP 32-bit version Operating System (OS), the
limitation of this OS version is that it may reserve a certain amount of
memory space for system devices. We recommend that you install less
than 3 GB system memory if you would like to work under Windows

®

XP
32-bit version OS. The excess memory installation will not cause any
usage problem, but it will not give users the benefit of manipulating this
excess memory space.

Visit the ASUS FAQ site for further explanation:
http://support.asus.com/faq/
faq.aspx?SLanguage=en-us
Under

General searchGeneral search

General search, make the

General searchGeneral search
selections as shown, then click
SearchSearch

Search. Click the article titled

SearchSearch

4GB memory installed but4GB memory installed but

“

4GB memory installed but

4GB memory installed but4GB memory installed but

less memory size detectedless memory size detected

less memory size detected.”

less memory size detectedless memory size detected

You also may check the URLs below for third party comments on this
issue:
http://dlsvr01.asus.com/pub/ASUS/mb/4GB_Rev1.pdf
http://www.intel.com/support/motherboards/server/sb/cs-016594.htm

Notes on memory limitationsNotes on memory limitations

Notes on memory limitations

Notes on memory limitationsNotes on memory limitations

• Due to chipset limitation, this motherboard can only support up to

8 GB on the operating systems listed below. You may install a
maximum of 2 GB DIMMs on each slot, but only DDR2-533 2 GB
density modules are available for this configuration.

32-bit 64-bit

Windows® 2000 Advanced Windows® Server 2003 Standard

Server x64 Edition

Windows® Server 2003 Windows® XP Professional x64

Enterprise Edition Edition

Windows® Server 2003

Enterprise x64 Edition

• Some old-version DDR2-667 DIMMs may not match Intel

®

’s
On-Die-Termination (ODT) requirement and will automatically
downgrade to run at DDR2-533. If this happens, contact your
memory vendor to check the ODT value.

• Due to chipset limitation, DDR2-667 with CL=4 will be downgraded
to run at DDR2-533 by default setting. If you want to operate with
lower latency, adjust the memory timing manually.

• Due to chipset limitation, DDR2-533 with CL=3 will be downgraded
to run at DDR2-400 by default setting. If you want to operate with
lower latency, adjust the memory timing manually.

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Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL)

Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL)Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL)

DDR2-800 MHz capability

DIMM supportDIMM support

DIMM support

DIMM supportDIMM support

SizeSize

Size

SizeSize

512 MB KINGSTON Heat-Sink Package – SS KHX6400D2/512 – • •

256 MB SAMSUNG K4T56083QF-ZCE7 – SS M378T3253FZ3-CE7 – • •

256 MB SAMSUNG K4T56083QF-ZCE7(ECC) – SS M391T3253FZ3-CE7 – •

512 MB SAMSUNG EDD339XX – SS M378T6553CZ0-CE7 – • • •

512 MB Hynix HY5PS12821AFP-S6 – SS HYMP564U64AP8-S6 – • • •

1024 MB Hynix HY5PS12821AFP-S6 – DS HYMP512U64AP8-S6 – • • •

512 MB MICRON 5JAIIZ9DQQ – SS MT8HTF6464AY-80EA3 – • • •

1024 MB MICRON 5JAIIZ9DQQ – DS MT16HTF12864AY-80EA3 – • • •

512 MB CORSAIR Heat-Sink Package – SS CM2X512A-6400 – • •

256 MB A-DATA E2508AB-GE-E – SS M20EL6F3G3160A1D0Z – •

256 MB A-DATA E2508AB-GE-E – SS M2OEL6F3G3160A1D0Z – • • •

512 MB A-DATA E2508AB-GE-E – DS M2OEL6F3H4170A1D0Z – • •

512 MB Apacer E2508AB-GE-E – DS 78.91091.420 – • •

VendorVendor

Vendor

VendorVendor

Chip No.Chip No.

Chip No.

Chip No.Chip No.

BrandBrand

Brand

BrandBrand

Side(s)Side(s)

Side(s)

Side(s)Side(s)

Part No. Part No.

Part No.

Part No. Part No.

CLCL

CL

CLCL

A A

A

A A

B B

B

B B

C C

C

C C

DDR2-667 MHz capability

DIMM supportDIMM support

DIMM support

DIMM supportDIMM support

SizeSize

Size

SizeSize

512 MB KINGSTON E5108AE-6E-E – SS KVR667D2N5/512 – • • •

1024 MB KINGSTON E5108AE-6E-E – DS KVR667D2N5/1G – • • •

512 MB KINGSTON E5108AE-6E-E – SS KVR667D2E5/512 – • •

256 MB KINGSTON HYB18T256800AF3 – SS KVR667D2N5/256 – • • •

256 MB SAMSUNG K4T56083QF-ZCE6 – SS M378T3253FZ0-CE6 – • • •

512 MB SAMSUNG K4T56083QF-ZCE6 – DS M378T6453FZ0-CE6 – • • •

256 MB SAMSUNG K4T56083QF-ZCE6(ECC) – SS M391T3253FZ0-CE6 – • •

512 MB SAMSUNG K4T56083QF-ZCE6(ECC) – DS M391T6453FZ0-CE6 – • • •

256 MB SAMSUNG K4T51163QC-ZCE6 – SS M378T3354CZ0-CE6 – •

512 MB SAMSUNG ZCE6K4T51083QC – SS M378T6553CZ0-CE6 – • • •

1024 MB SAMSUNG ZCE6K4T51083QC – DS M378T2953CZ0-CE6 – • • •

256 MB MICRON 4SB42D9CZM – SS MT8HTF3264AY-667B5 – • •

512 MB MICRON 4VB41D9CZM – DS MT16HTF6464AY-667B4 – • • •

256 MB MICRON 5FB42D9DPN – SS MT8HTF3264AY-667B6 – • • •

256 MB Infineon HYB18T512160AF-3S – SS HYS64T32000HU-3S-A – • •

512 MB Infineon HYB18T512800AF3S – SS HYS64T64000HU-3S-A – • • •

1024 MB Infineon HYB18T512800AF3S – DS HYS64T128020HU-3S-A – • •

256 MB Infineon HYB18T256800AF3S(ECC) – SS HYS72T32000HU-3S-A – • • •

512 MB Infineon HYB18T512800AF3S(ECC) – SS HYS72T64000HU-3S-A – • • •

VendorVendor

Vendor

VendorVendor

Chip No.Chip No.

Chip No.

Chip No.Chip No.

BrandBrand

Brand

BrandBrand

Side(s)Side(s)

Side(s)

Side(s)Side(s)

Part No. Part No.

Part No.

Part No. Part No.

CLCL

CL

CLCL

A A

A

A A

B B

B

B B

C C

C

C C

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DDR2-667 MHz capability

DIMM supportDIMM support

DIMM support

DIMM supportDIMM support

SizeSize

Size

SizeSize

1024 MB Infineon HYB18T512800AF3S(ECC) – DS HYS72T128020HU-3S-A – • • •

512 MB Hynix HY5PS12821AFP-Y5 – SS HYMP564U64AP8-Y5 – • •

1024 MB Hynix HY5PS12821AFP-Y5 – DS HYMP512U64AP8-Y5 – • • •

1024 MB Hynix HY5PS1G831FP-Y5(ECC) – SS HYMP112U72P8-Y5 – • • •

512 MB Hynix HY5PS12821AFP-Y5(ECC) – SS HYMP564U72AP8-Y5 – • • •

1024 MB Hynix HY5PS12821AFP-Y5(ECC) – DS HYMP512U72AP8-Y5 – • • •

512 MB Hynix HY5PS12821AFP-Y4 – SS HYMP564U64AP8-Y4 – • • •

1024 MB Hynix HY5PS12821AFP-Y4 – DS HYMP512U64AP8-Y4 – • •

512 MB Hynix HY5PS12821AFP-Y4(ECC) – SS HYMP564U72AP8-Y4 – • • •

1024 MB Hynix HY5PS12821AFP-Y4(ECC) – DS HYMP512U72AP8-Y4 – • • •

256 MB ELPIDA E2508AB-GE-E – SS EBE25UC8ABFA-6E-E – • •

512 MB ELPIDA E5108AE-GE-E – SS EBE51UD8AEFA-6E-E – •

256 MB crucial Heat-Sink Package – SS BL3264AA664.8FB – • • •

512 MB crucial Heat-Sink Package – DS BL6464AA664.16FB – • •

1024 MB crucial Heat-Sink Package – DS BL12864AA664.16FA – • • •

1024 MB crucial Heat-Sink Package – DS BL12864AL664.16FA – •

512 MB Kingmax E5108AE-6E-E – SS KLCC28F-A8EB5 – •

1024 MB Kingmax E5108AE-6E-E – DS KLCD48F-A8EB5 – • • •

512 MB Apacer E5108AE-6E-E – SS 78.91092.420 – • •

1024 MB Apacer E5108AE-6E-E – DS 78.01092.420 – • • •

512 MB A-DATA E5108AE-6E-E – SS M20EL5G3H3160B1C0Z – • •

VendorVendor

Vendor

VendorVendor

Chip No.Chip No.

Chip No.

Chip No.Chip No.

BrandBrand

Brand

BrandBrand

Side(s)Side(s)

Side(s)

Side(s)Side(s)

Part No. Part No.

Part No.

Part No. Part No.

CLCL

CL

CLCL

A A

A

A A

B B

B

B B

C C

C

C C

Side(s)Side(s)

Side(s):

Side(s)Side(s)

DIMM supportDIMM support

DIMM support:

DIMM supportDIMM support
AA

A - Supports one module inserted into either slot, in Single-channel memory configuration.

AA
BB

B - Supports one pair of modules inserted into either Channel A or Channel B as one pair of

BB

SSSS

S S - Single-sided

SSSS

DSDS

D S - Double-sided

DSDS

Dual-channel memory configuration.

CC

C - Supports four modules inserted into the yellow and black slots as two pairs of

CC

Dual-channel memory configuration.

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DDR2-533 MHz capability

DIMM supportDIMM support

DIMM support

DIMM supportDIMM support

SizeSize

Size

SizeSize

256 MB KINGSTON E5116AB-5C-E – SS KVR533D2N4/256 – • • •

512 MB KINGSTON HY5PS56821F-C4 – DS KVR533D2N4/512 – • • •

1024 MB KINGSTON D6408TE7BL-37 – DS KVR533D2N4/1G – • • •

2048 MB KINGSTON E1108AA-5C-E – DS KVR533D2N4/2G – • • •

512 MB SAMSUNG K4T51083QB-GCD5 – SS M378T6553BG0-CD5 – • • •

256 MB SAMSUNG K4T56083QF-GCD5 – SS M378T3253FG0-CD5 – • • •

512 MB SAMSUNG K4T56083QF-GCD5 – DS M378T6453FG0-CD5 – • •

512 MB SAMSUNG K4T56083QF-GCD5(ECC) – DS M391T6453FG0-CD5 – • • •

1024 MB SAMSUNG K4T51083QB-GCD5(ECC) – DS M391T2953BG0-CD5 – • • •

512 MB MICRON 4FBIID9BQM – DS MT16HTF6464AG-53EB2 – • • •

256 MB MICRON 4DBIIZ9BQT – SS – – •

256 MB MICRON 4FBIID9CHM – SS MT8HTF3264AY-53EB3 – • • •

512 MB MICRON 4FBIID9CHM – DS MT16HTF6464AY-53EB2 – • • •

1024 MB MICRON 4MAIID9CRZ(ECC) – DS MT18HTF12872AY-53EA1 – • •

512 MB Infineon HYB18T512800AC37 – SS HYS64T64000GU-3.7-A – • •

256 MB Infineon HYB18T512160AF-3.7 – SS HYS64T32000HU-3.7-A – • • •

512 MB Infineon HYB18T512800AF37 – SS HYS64T64000HU-3.7-A – • •

1024 MB Infineon HYB18T512800AF37 – DS HYS64T128020HU-3.7-A – • • •

2048 MB Infineon HYB18T1G800AF-3.7 – DS HYS64T256020HU-3.7-A – •

256 MB Infineon HYB18T5121608BF-3.7 – SS HYS64T32000HU-3.7-B – • • •

512 MB Infineon HYB18T512800BF37 – SS HYS64T64000HU-3.7-B – • • •

1024 MB Infineon HYB18T512800BF37 – DS HYS64T128020HU-3.7-B – • •

512 MB Hynix HY5PS12821F-C4 – SS HYMP564U648-C4 – • • •

512 MB Hynix HY5PS12821F-C4(ECC) – SS HYMP564U728-C4 – • •

1024 MB Hynix HY5PS12821F-C4 – DS HYMP512U648-C4 – • •

1024 MB Hynix HY5PS12821F-C4(ECC) – DS HYMP512U728-C4 – • • •

512 MB Hynix HY5PS12821FP-C4(ECC) – SS HYMP564U728-C4 – • •

1024 MB Hynix HY5PS12821FP-C4 – DS HYMP512U648-C4 – • •

512 MB Hynix HY5PS12821AFP-C3 – SS HYMP564U64AP8-C3 – • •

1024 MB Hynix HY5PS12821AFP-C3 – DS HYMP512U64AP8-C3 – • • •

512 MB ELPIDA E5108AB-5C-E(ECC) – SS EBE51ED8ABFA-5C-E – • • •

512 MB ELPIDA E5108AB-5C-E – SS EBE51UD8ABFA-5C – • • •

512 MB ELPIDA E5108AB-5C-E – SS EBE51UD8ABFA-5C-E – • • •

1024 MB ELPIDA E5108AB-5C-E – DS EBE11UD8ABFA-5C-E – • •

2048 MB ELPIDA E1108AA-5C-E – DS EBE21EE8AAFA-5C-E – • •

256 MB CORSAIR MIII0051832M8CEC – SS VS256MB533D2 – • •

512 MB CORSAIR MI110052432M8CEC – DS VS512MB533D2 – • •

256 MB Apacer E5116AB-5C-E – SS 78.81077.420 – • • •

512 MB Apacer – – SS 73.963B3.800 – • • •

256 MB crucial Heat-Sink Package – SS BL3264AA53V.8FB – • •

512 MB crucial Heat-Sink Package – DS BL6464AA53V.16FB – • • •

256 MB KINGMAX E5116AB-5C-E – SS KLBB68F-36EP4 – • • •

512 MB KINGMAX E5108AE-5C-E – SS KLBC28F-A8EB4 – • • •

1024 MB KINGMAX E5108AE-5C-E – DS KLBD48F-A8EB4 – • •

512 MB Transcend K4T51083QB-GCD5 – SS TS64MLQ64V5J – • •

1024 MB Transcend K4T51083QB-GCD5 – DS TS128MLQ64V5J – • •

VendorVendor

Vendor

VendorVendor

Chip No.Chip No.

Chip No.

Chip No.Chip No.

BrandBrand

Brand

BrandBrand

Side(s)Side(s)

Side(s)

Side(s)Side(s)

Part No. Part No.

Part No.

Part No. Part No.

CLCL

CL

CLCL

A A

A

A A

B B

B

B B

C C

C

C C

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Side(s)Side(s)

Side(s):

Side(s)Side(s)

DIMM supportDIMM support

DIMM support:

DIMM supportDIMM support
AA

A - Supports one module inserted into either slot, in Single-channel memory configuration.

AA
BB

B - Supports one pair of modules inserted into either Channel A or Channel B as one pair of

BB

CC

C - Supports four modules inserted into the yellow and black slots as two pairs of

CC

SSSS

S S - Single-sided

SSSS

Dual-channel memory configuration.

Dual-channel memory configuration.

DSDS

D S - Double-sided

DSDS

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2.4.3

2.4.32.4.3

Installing a DIMMInstalling a DIMM

Installing a DIMM

Installing a DIMMInstalling a DIMM

Unplug the power supply before adding or removing DIMMs or other
system components. Failure to do so can cause severe damage to both
the motherboard and the components.

To install a DIMM:

1. Unlock a DIMM socket by
pressing the retaining clips
outward.

2. Align a DIMM on the socket
such that the notch on the
DIMM matches the break on
the socket.

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

• A DDR2 DIMM is keyed with a notch so that it fits in only one
direction. Do not force a DIMM into a socket to avoid damaging the
DIMM.

2

DDR2 DIMM notchDDR2 DIMM notch

DDR2 DIMM notch

3

1

Unlocked retaining clipUnlocked retaining clip

Unlocked retaining clip

Unlocked retaining clipUnlocked retaining clip

DDR2 DIMM notchDDR2 DIMM notch

• The DDR2 DIMM sockets do not support DDR DIMMs. Do not install
DDR DIMMs to the DDR2 DIMM sockets.

2.4.42.4.4

2.4.4

2.4.42.4.4

Removing a DIMMRemoving a DIMM

Removing a DIMM

Removing a DIMMRemoving a DIMM

To remove a DIMM:

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

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

1

2. Remove the DIMM from the socket.

2

DDR2 DIMM notchDDR2 DIMM notch

DDR2 DIMM notch

DDR2 DIMM notchDDR2 DIMM notch

1

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2.5 Expansion slots

In the future, you may need to install expansion cards. The following
sub-sections describe the slots and the expansion cards that they support.

Make sure to unplug the power cord before adding or removing
expansion cards. Failure to do so may cause you physical injury and
damage motherboard components.

2.5.12.5.1

2.5.1

2.5.12.5.1

To install an expansion card:

1. Before installing the expansion card, read the documentation that
came with it and make the necessary hardware settings for the card.

2. Remove the system unit cover (if your motherboard is already
installed in a chassis).

3. Remove the bracket opposite the slot that you intend to use. Keep
the screw for later use.

4. Align the card connector with the slot and press firmly until the card is
completely seated on the slot.

5. Secure the card to the chassis with the screw you removed earlier.

6. Replace the system cover.

2.5.22.5.2

2.5.2

2.5.22.5.2

After installing the expansion card, configure the it by adjusting the
software settings.

Installing an expansion cardInstalling an expansion card

Installing an expansion card

Installing an expansion cardInstalling an expansion card

Configuring an expansion cardConfiguring an expansion card

Configuring an expansion card

Configuring an expansion cardConfiguring an expansion card

1. Turn on the system and change the necessary BIOS settings, if any.
See Chapter 4 for information on BIOS setup.

2. Assign an IRQ to the card. Refer to the tables on the next page.

3. Install the software drivers for the expansion card.

When using PCI cards on shared slots, ensure that the drivers support
“Share IRQ” or that the cards do not need IRQ assignments. Otherwise,
conflicts will arise between the two PCI groups, making the system
unstable and the card inoperable. Refer to the table on the next page for
details.

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2.5.32.5.3

2.5.3

2.5.32.5.3

Standard interrupt assignmentsStandard interrupt assignments

Standard interrupt assignments

Standard interrupt assignmentsStandard interrupt assignments

Interrupt assignmentsInterrupt assignments

Interrupt assignments

Interrupt assignmentsInterrupt assignments

IRQIRQ

IRQ

IRQIRQ

PriorityPriority

Priority

PriorityPriority

Standard FunctionStandard Function

Standard Function

Standard FunctionStandard Function

0 1 System Timer
1 2 Keyboard Controller
2 — Re-direct to IRQ#9
3 11 IRQ holder for PCI steering*
4 12 Communications Port (COM1)*
5 13 IRQ holder for PCI steering*
6 14 Floppy Disk Controller
7 15 Printer Port (LPT1)*
8 3 System CMOS/Real Time Clock
9 4 IRQ holder for PCI steering*
10 5 IRQ holder for PCI steering*
11 6 IRQ holder for PCI steering*
12 7 PS/2 Compatible Mouse Port*
13 8 Numeric Data Processor
14 9 Primary IDE Channel
15 10 Secondary IDE Channel

* These IRQs are usually available for ISA or PCI devices.

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

BB

B

BB

CC

C

CC

DD

D

DD

EE

E

EE

FF

F

FF

GG

G

GG

PCI slot 1 — — — — — shared — —
PCI slot 2 — — — — — — shared —
PCIX slot 1 — — shared — — — — —
PCIX slot 2 — — — shared — — — —
Onboard SATA shared — — — — — — —
Onboard 1394 — — — — — shared — —
Onboard LAN 1/2 shared — — — — shared — —
PCIE x16 1 shared — — — — — — —
PCIE x16 2 shared — — — — — — —
USB controller 1 shared — — — — — — —
USB controller 2 — shared — — — — — —
USB controller 3 — — shared — — — — —
USB controller 4 — — — shared — — — —
USB 2.0 controller shared — — — — — — —
Serial ATA — shared — — — — — shared
HD Audio shared — — — — — — —

HH

H

HH

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2.5.42.5.4

2.5.4

2.5.42.5.4

This motherboard supports two ATI
CrossFire™ PCI Express x16 graphics
cards that comply with the PCI
Express specifications. The figure
shows two graphics cards installed on
the PCI Express x16 slots.

Refer to the next page for the list of
qualified PCI Express x16 graphics
cards for this motherboard.

PCI Express x16 slotsPCI Express x16 slots

PCI Express x16 slots

PCI Express x16 slotsPCI Express x16 slots

In CrossFire™ modeIn CrossFire™ mode

•

In CrossFire™ mode, install the master card in PCIEX16_1 (blue

In CrossFire™ modeIn CrossFire™ mode
slot). Each PCI Express x16 slot works at x8 bandwidth.

In single card modeIn single card mode

•

In single card mode, install the VGA card in PCIEX16_1 (blue

In single card modeIn single card mode
slot) to avail of full x16 bandwidth. Installing in PCIEX16_2 (black
slot) will cause the card to run at x8 bandwidth only.

•

Connect the EZ Plug™ when using two graphics cards and a 20-pin
ATX power supply, or if the cards do not have auxiliary power plugs.

2.5.52.5.5

2.5.5

2.5.52.5.5

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.

2.5.62.5.6

2.5.6

2.5.62.5.6

The PCI-X slots support cards such as
a LAN card, SCSI card, USB card, and
other cards that comply with PCI-X

1.0 specifications. The figure shows a

RAID card installed on a PCI-X slot.

PCI slotsPCI slots

PCI slots

PCI slotsPCI slots

PCI-X slotsPCI-X slots

PCI-X slots

PCI-X slotsPCI-X slots

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Qualified PCI Express x16 graphics cards

Qualified PCI Express x16 graphics cardsQualified PCI Express x16 graphics cards

ModelModel

Model

ModelModel

Driver VersionDriver Version

Driver Version

Driver VersionDriver Version

OS EnvironmentOS Environment

OS Environment

OS EnvironmentOS Environment

StatusStatus

Status

StatusStatus

ChipsetChipset

Chipset

ChipsetChipset

Abit RX600XT-PCIE V6.14.10.7801 Windows® 2000 Pro Pass ATI Radeon X600XT
Rev. B
(BIOS: V008.015)

Albatron PCX5750 V6.14.10.7801 Windows

®

XP Pro Pass nVIDIA GeForce PCX5750

(BIOS: V4.36.20.38)

®

Albatron PC6200 V6.14.10.7801 Windows

2000 Pro Pass nVIDIA GeForce 6200

BIOS: V5.43.02.27)

Albatron PC6600GT V6.14.10.7801 Windows

®

2000 Pro Pass nVIDIA GeForce 6600GT

(BIOS: V5.43.02.16)

ASUS EAX300 V6.14.10.6525 Windows

®

XP Pro Pass ATI Radeon X300
Rev: V1.00
(BIOS: V5b60.8.15.117.0)

ASUS EAX300SE V8.172.0.0 Windows

®

XP Pro Pass ATI Radeon X300SE
Rev: V1.00 (Chinese-Traditional)
(BIOS: V5b60.8.15.117.0)

®

ASUS EAX300SE-HM128 V6.14.10.6546 Windows

XP Home Pass ATI Radeon X300SE
Rev: V1.00 (Hyper Memory)
(BIOS: V008.015.128.000)

ASUS EAX300SE-X V6.14.10.6553 Windows

®

2003 Standard Pass ATI Radeon X300SE
Rev: V1.00
(BIOS: V008.015.117.000)

ASUS EAX550GE 256M V6.14.10.6546 Windows

®

XP Pro Pass ATI Radeon X550

(BIOS: V5B60.8.15.139. AS01)

ASUS EAX600XT V6.14.10.6546 Windows

®

XP Pro Pass ATI Radeon X600XT
Rev. V1.02
(BIOS:V113-AA20306-100-AS)

®

ASUS EAX700 V6.14.10.6525 Windows

XP Pro Pass ATI Radeon X700
(BIOS: V5E4D.9.7.1.3. A901)

ASUS EAX700-X 128M V6.14.10.6546 Windows

®

XP Pro Pass ATI Radeon X700LE
Rev. V1.00a
(BIOS: V009.008.001.004)

ASUS EAX700LE 128M V6.14.10.6546 Windows

®

XP Home Pass ATI Radeon X700LE
(BIOS: V5E4D.9.8.1.4. AS13)

ASUS EAX700PRO V6.14.10.6546 Windows

®

XP Pro Pass ATI Radeon X700PRO
Rev. V1.00 (Chinese-Traditional)
(BIOS: V113-AA.30602-100)

®

ASUS EAX800 V8.172.0.0 Windows

XP Pro Pass ATI Radeon X800
(BIOS: V554F.9.7.1.AS02)

ASUS EAX800PRO V8.172.0.0 Windows

®

2000 Pro Pass ATI Radeon X800PRO
Rev. V1.00
(BIOS: V5549.9.4.1.10.AS)

ASUS EAX800XL V8.172.0.0 Windows

®

XP Pro Pass ATI Radeon X800XL
Rev. V1.00
(BIOS: V554D.9.7.1.AS02)

ASUS EAX800XT V6.14.10.6553 Windows

®

2003 Standard Pass ATI Radeon X800XT
Rev. V1.00
(BIOS: V5D57.9.4.1.8.AS)

®

ASUS EAX850PRO V8.172.0.0 Windows

XP Pro Pass ATI Radeon X850PRO
(BIOS: V5D4F.9.7.1.4.AS02)

ASUS EAX850XT 256MB V6.14.10.6553 Windows

®

2003 Standard Pass ATI Radeon X850XT
Rev. PN: 109-A47401-10
(BIOS: V009.007.001.004)

ASUS EAX850XT PE V6.14.10.6546 Windows

®

XP Pro Pass ATI Radeon X850XT PE
Rev. PN: 109-A47401-10
(BIOS: V009.007.001.004)

ASUS EN5750/128 V6.14.10.7801 Windows

®

2000 Pro Pass nVIDIA GeForce PCX5750
Rev. 1.01
(BIOS: V04.32.20.38.00)

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Chapter 2: Hardware information

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Qualified PCI Express x16 graphics cardsQualified PCI Express x16 graphics cards

Qualified PCI Express x16 graphics cards

Qualified PCI Express x16 graphics cardsQualified PCI Express x16 graphics cards

ModelModel

Model

ModelModel

Driver VersionDriver Version

Driver Version

Driver VersionDriver Version

OS EnvironmentOS Environment

OS Environment

OS EnvironmentOS Environment

StatusStatus

Status

StatusStatus

ChipsetChipset

Chipset

ChipsetChipset

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Rev. 1.01
(BIOS: V04.35.20.45)

ASUS EN6200GE V6.14.10.7189 Windows

®

2003 Standard Pass nVIDIA GeForce 6200
Rev V1.00A
(BIOS: V5.43.02.27.AS07)

ASUS EN6600GT V6.14.10.7189 Windows

®

XP Pro Pass nVIDIA GeForce 6600GT
Rev. V1.00
(BIOS: V5.43.02.16.AS27)

ASUS EN6800LE V6.14.10.7801 Windows

®

XP Pro Pass nVIDIA GeForce 6800LE
Rev. V1.00
(BIOS: V5.41.02.34.AS01)

®

ASUS EN6800GT V6.14.10.7801 Windows

XP Home Pass nVIDIA GeForce 6800GT
Rev. V1.02
(BIOS: V5.40.02.26.AS05)

ASUS EN6800ULTRA V6.14.10.7189 Windows

®

2003 Standard Pass nVIDIA GeForce 6800ULTRA
(BIOS: V5.40.02.32.AS07)

ASUS EN7800GTX 256MB V6.14.10.7801 Windows

®

XP Pro Pass nVIDIA GeForce 7800GTX
(BIOS: V5.70.02.11.01)

ATI Radeon X850 CrossFire V8.182.0.0 Windows

®

XP Pro Pass ATI Radeon X850
(BIOS: V009.010.001.015)

®

ELSA Falcox X85 XT 256B3 DTV V6.14.10.6546 Windows

XP Pro Pass ATI Radeon X850 XT
Rev: PN: 109 A47401-10 (Chinese-Traditional)
(BIOS: 009.007.001.004)

ELSA Gladiac PCX 935 V6.14.10.7189 Windows

®

XP Pro Pass nVIDIA GeForce PCX5900
Rev. W01-46W53
(BIOS: V4.35.20.45.E0)

ELSA Gladiac 660GT 128MB3 V6.14.10.7189 Windows

®

2003 Standard Pass nVIDIA GeForce 6600GT
Rev: 2B
(BIOS: V5.43.02.46.E1)

ELSA Gladiac 780GTX 256B3 V6.14.10.7189 Windows

®

XP Pro Pass nVIDIA GeForce 7800GTX
(BIOS: V5.70.02.11.E1)

®

Gigabyte GV-NX68T256D-B V6.14.10.7801 Windows

2000 Pro Pass nVIDIA GeForce 6800
Rev: B
(BIOS: V5.40.02.36.09)

Gigabyte GV-RX70P128D V6.14.10.6546 Windows

®

XP Home Pass ATI Radeon X700PRO
Rev: 1.1
(BIOS: V009.004.001.032)

Leadtek WinFast PX6200 TD V6.14.10.7189 Windows

®

XP Pro Pass nVIDIA GeForce 6200
Rev. A1
(BIOS: V5.43.02.36.68)

Leadtek WinFast PX6600GT TDH V6.14.10.7801 Windows

®

XP Pro Pass nVIDIA GeForce 6600GT
Rev. A
(BIOS: V5.43.02.16)

®

Leadtek WinFast PX6800GT TD256M V6.14.10.8185 Windows

XP-64 Pro Pass nVIDIA GeForce 6800GT
Rev. C1
(BIOS: V5.40.02.32)

MSI NX6600GT-TD128E V6.14.10.7189 Windows

®

XP Pro Pass nVIDIA GeForce 6600GT
Rev.V200
(BIOS: V5.43.02.16)

MSI RX600XT-TD128 V8.172.0.0 Windows

®

2000 Pro Pass ATI Radeon X600XT
Rev.V2.00
(BIOS: V8.015)

PowerColor Radeon X800GT 256M V6.14.10.6525 Windows

®

XP Pro Pass ATI Radeon X800GT
(BIOS: V009.010.001.015)

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Qualified PCI Express x16 graphics cards

Qualified PCI Express x16 graphics cardsQualified PCI Express x16 graphics cards

(Workstation level)(Workstation level)

(Workstation level)

(Workstation level)(Workstation level)

ModelModel

Model

ModelModel

3Dlabs Wildcat Realizm V4.5.854.0 Windows® XP Pro Pass 3Dlabs Wildcat Realizm P25
500 256M
Rev. 08
(BIOS: V3.37

ASUS EN6200TC128/T/16M V6.14.10.7777 Windows
Rev V1.01 (with Turbo cache)
(BIOS: V5.44.02.11)

ASUS EN6600 128M V6.14.10.7801 Windows
Rev V1.00A
(BIOS: V5.43.02.61)

ASUS EN6600 256M V6.14.10.7777 Windows
Rev V1.00A
(BIOS: V5.43.02.16.AS11)

ASUS EN7800GT 256MB V6.14.10.7189 Windows
Rev: V1.00
(BIOS: V5.70.02.13.AS01)

ATI FireMV2200 V8.191.0.0 Windows
(BIOS: V113.A25915.100)

ELSA Gladiac 620TC 128T DVT V6.14.10.7801 Windows
Rev. 1A (with Turbo cache)
(BIOS: V5.44.02.11.E1)

ELSA Gladiac 660LE 256MB V6.14.10.8195 Windows
Rev: 3C
(BIOS: V5.43.02.69.E2)

ELSA ATI Fire GL V3100 V8.191.0.0 Windows
(BIOS: V113.A33429.100)

FOX Quadro NVS 285 V6.14.10.8195 Windows
(BIOS: V5.44.02.31.16)

Gigabyte GV-NX62TC256D8 V6.14.10.7801 Windows
(BIOS: V5.44.02.32)

Leadtek WinFast PX6200TC 64M V6.14.10.7801 Windows
Rev. A (with Turbo cache)
(BIOS: V5.44.02.18)

Leadtek WinFast PX6600 TDH V6.14.10.7801 Windows
Rev. A1
(BIOS: V5.43.02.16)

Leadtek Quadro FX540 128M V6.14.10.7718 Windows
(BIOS:V5.43.02.64.35)

Leadtek Quadro FX1400 128M V6.14.10.8195 Windows
(BIOS:V5.41.02.43.03)

Driver VersionDriver Version

Driver Version

Driver VersionDriver Version

OS EnvironmentOS Environment

OS Environment

OS EnvironmentOS Environment

®

XP-64 Pro Pass nVIDIA GeForce 6200

®

XP Home Pass nVIDIA GeForce 6600

®

XP-64 Pro Pass nVIDIA GeForce 6600

®

2003 Standard Pass nVIDIA GeForce 7800GT

®

2003 Standard Pass ATI FireMV 2200

®

2000 Pro Pass nVIDIA GeForce 6200

®

XP-64 Pro Pass nVIDIA GeForce 6600LE

®

2003 Standard Pass ATI FireGL V3100

®

XP Pro Pass nVIDIA Quadro NVS 285

®

2000 Pro Pass nVIDIA GeForce 6200TC

®

XP Pro Pass nVIDIA GeForce 6200

®

2000 Pro Pass nVIDIA GeForce 6600

®

XP Pro Pass nVIDIA Quadro FX540

®

XP Pro Pass nVIDIA Quadro FX1400

StatusStatus

Status

StatusStatus

ChipsetChipset

Chipset

ChipsetChipset

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Qualified RAID cardsQualified RAID cards

Qualified RAID cards

Qualified RAID cardsQualified RAID cards

SATA disk controllers

ModelModel

Model

ModelModel

Type: PCIType: PCI

Type: PCI

Type: PCIType: PCI

Promise SATAII 150 TX2 Plus PCI2, PCIX_2 Windows® XP Pro Pass Promise PDC20575
(BIOS: V1.00.0.28)

Promise SATAII 150 TX4 PCI1, PCIX_1 Windows
(BIOS: V1.00.0.28)

Connect InterfaceConnect Interface

Connect Interface

Connect InterfaceConnect Interface

OS EnvironmentOS Environment

OS Environment

OS EnvironmentOS Environment

®

XP Pro Pass Promise PDC40518

StatusStatus

Status

StatusStatus

ChipsetChipset

Chipset

ChipsetChipset

SATA RAID controllers

ModelModel

Model

ModelModel

Type: PCIType: PCI

Type: PCI

Type: PCIType: PCI

Promise FastTrak S150 TX4 PCI2, PCIX_1 Windows® XP Pro Pass Promise PDC20319
(BIOS: V1.00.0.37)

Promise FastTrak TX2200 PCI1 Windows
(BIOS: V2.00.0.23)

Promise FastTrak TX4200 PCIX_2 Windows
(BIOS: V2.00.0.23)

Type: PCI-XType: PCI-X

Type: PCI-X

Type: PCI-XType: PCI-X

Adaptec AAR2410SA PCIX_2 Windows® 2003 Standard Pass Adaptec 2410SA
(BIOS: V4.2-0)

Connect InterfaceConnect Interface

Connect Interface

Connect InterfaceConnect Interface

OS EnvironmentOS Environment

OS Environment

OS EnvironmentOS Environment

®

2003 Standard Pass Promise PDC20571

®

XP Pro Pass Promise PDC40519

StatusStatus

Status

StatusStatus

ChipsetChipset

Chipset

ChipsetChipset

SCSI disk controller

ModelModel

Model

ModelModel

Type: PCIType: PCI

Type: PCI

Type: PCIType: PCI

Adaptec ASC-29320 PCI1, PCIX_1 Windows® 2003 Standard Pass AIC-7902
Rev.C (BIOS: V4.10.1)

Connect InterfaceConnect Interface

Connect Interface

Connect InterfaceConnect Interface

OS EnvironmentOS Environment

OS Environment

OS EnvironmentOS Environment

StatusStatus

Status

StatusStatus

ChipsetChipset

Chipset

ChipsetChipset

SCSI RAID controllers

ModelModel

Model

ModelModel

Type: PCI-XType: PCI-X

Type: PCI-X

Type: PCI-XType: PCI-X

ASUS PXL-S30 PCIX_2 Windows® XP Pro Pass LSI LS153C1030
Rev.1.04 (BIOS:V5.07.03)

Intel® SRCU42L Ultra320 PCIX_1 Windows® XP Pro Pass

LSI Logic-22320 PCIX_1 Windows

Connect InterfaceConnect Interface

Connect Interface

Connect InterfaceConnect Interface

OS EnvironmentOS Environment

OS Environment

OS EnvironmentOS Environment

®

2003 Standard Pass

StatusStatus

Status

StatusStatus

ChipsetChipset

Chipset

ChipsetChipset

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2.6 Jumpers

1.1.

Clear RTC RAM (CLRTC)Clear RTC RAM (CLRTC)

1.

Clear RTC RAM (CLRTC)

1.1.

Clear RTC RAM (CLRTC)Clear RTC RAM (CLRTC)
This jumper allows you to clear the Real Time Clock (RTC) RAM in

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

To erase the RTC RAM:

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

2. Remove the onboard battery.

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

4. Reinstall 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!

P5WDG2-WS PRO

®

CLRTC

12 23

Normal Clear RTC

(Default)

P5WDG2-WS PRO Clear RTC RAM

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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2.2.

PCI-X Speed setting (6-pin PCIX_SPEED)PCI-X Speed setting (6-pin PCIX_SPEED)

2.

PCI-X Speed setting (6-pin PCIX_SPEED)

2.2.

PCI-X Speed setting (6-pin PCIX_SPEED)PCI-X Speed setting (6-pin PCIX_SPEED)
This jumper allows you to set the PCI-X slots’ maximum frequency

capability.

Default setting [Auto]: a single PCI-X card installed on a PCI-X slot can
provide 133 MHz capability, and two PCI-X cards installed on both
PCI-X slots can provide 100 MHZ capability for reliability.

3~4: the slots will have 133 MHZ capability whether you install one or
two cards.

5~6: the slots will have 100 MHZ capability whether you install one or
two cards.

P5WDG2-WS PRO

®

PCIX_SPEED

135

246

AUTO by PCIX Card

(Default)

P5WDG2-WS PRO PCIX Speed setting

135

246

Force PCI-X 133MHz Force PCI-X 100MHz

135

246

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2.7 Connectors

2.7.12.7.1

2.7.1

2.7.12.7.1

1

16

1.1.

PS/2 mouse port (green).PS/2 mouse port (green).

1.

PS/2 mouse port (green). This port is for a PS/2 mouse.

1.1.

PS/2 mouse port (green).PS/2 mouse port (green).

2.2.

Parallel port.Parallel port.

2.

Parallel port. This 25-pin port connects a parallel printer, a scanner,

2.2.

Parallel port.Parallel port.

Rear panel connectorsRear panel connectors

Rear panel connectors

Rear panel connectorsRear panel connectors

2

15 14 12

13

3 5 7 8

4 6

11

910

or other devices.

3.3.

LAN1 (RJ-45) port.LAN1 (RJ-45) port.

3.

LAN1 (RJ-45) port. This Marvell® LAN port allows Gigabit

3.3.

LAN1 (RJ-45) port.LAN1 (RJ-45) port.
connection to a Local Area Network (LAN) through a network hub.
Refer to the table below for the LAN port LED indications.

4.4.

LAN2 (RJ-45) port.LAN2 (RJ-45) port.

4.

LAN2 (RJ-45) port. This Marvell

4.4.

LAN2 (RJ-45) port.LAN2 (RJ-45) port.

®

LAN port allows Gigabit
connection to a Local Area Network (LAN) through a network hub.
Refer to the table below for the LAN port LED indications.

32-bit OS LAN port LED indications32-bit OS LAN port LED indications

32-bit OS LAN port LED indications

32-bit OS LAN port LED indications32-bit OS LAN port LED indications

Activity/LinkActivity/Link

Activity/Link

Activity/LinkActivity/Link

OFF OFF Soft-off Mode

YELLOW* OFF 10 Mbps connection

YELLOW* ORANGE 100 Mbps connection

YELLOW* GREEN 1 Gbps connection

* Blinking

64-bit OS LAN port LED indications64-bit OS LAN port LED indications

64-bit OS LAN port LED indications

64-bit OS LAN port LED indications64-bit OS LAN port LED indications

Activity/LinkActivity/Link

Activity/Link

Activity/LinkActivity/Link

DNR DNR Soft-off Mode

DNR DNR 10 Mbps connection

DNR DNR 100 Mbps connection

DNR DNR 1 Gbps connection

DNRDNR

D N R - Driver Not Ready

DNRDNR

Item numbers 9, 10, and 11 are only for the optional Wireless LAN
module.

Speed LEDSpeed LED

Speed LED

Speed LEDSpeed LED

Speed LEDSpeed LED

Speed LED

Speed LEDSpeed LED

DescriptionDescription

Description

DescriptionDescription

DescriptionDescription

Description

DescriptionDescription

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5.5.

Rear Speaker Out port (black).Rear Speaker Out port (black).

5.

Rear Speaker Out port (black). This port connects the rear

5.5.

Rear Speaker Out port (black).Rear Speaker Out port (black).
speakers on a 4-channel, 6-channel, or 8-channel audio configuration.

6.6.

Center/Subwoofer port (orange).Center/Subwoofer port (orange).

6.

Center/Subwoofer port (orange). This port connects the

6.6.

Center/Subwoofer port (orange).Center/Subwoofer port (orange).
center/subwoofer speakers.

7.7.

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

7.

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

7.7.

Line In port (light blue).Line In port (light blue).
player, or other audio sources.

8.8.

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

8.

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

8.8.

Line Out port (lime).Line Out port (lime).
speaker. In 4-channel, 6-channel, and 8-channel configuration, the
function of this port becomes Front Speaker Out.

Refer to the audio configuration table below for the function of the
audio ports in 2, 4, 6, or 8-channel configuration.

Audio 2, 4, 6, or 8-channel configurationAudio 2, 4, 6, or 8-channel configuration

Audio 2, 4, 6, or 8-channel configuration

Audio 2, 4, 6, or 8-channel configurationAudio 2, 4, 6, or 8-channel configuration

PortPort

Port

PortPort

Light Blue Line In Line In Line In Line In
Lime Line Out Front Speaker Out Front Speaker Out Front Speaker Out
Pink Mic In Mic In Mic In Mic In
Black – Rear Speaker Out Rear Speaker Out Rear Speaker Out
Gray – – – Side Speaker Out
Orange – – Center/Subwoofer Center/Subwoofer

9.9.

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

9.

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

9.9.

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

10 .10 .

Side Speaker Out port (gray).Side Speaker Out port (gray).

10 .

Side Speaker Out port (gray). This port connects the side

10 .10 .

Side Speaker Out port (gray).Side Speaker Out port (gray).

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

8-channel8-channel

8-channel

8-channel8-channel

speakers in an 8-channel audio configuration.

11.11.

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

11.

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

11.11.

USB 2.0 ports 3 and 4.USB 2.0 ports 3 and 4.
(USB) ports are available for connecting USB 2.0 devices.

12.12.

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

12.

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

12.12.

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

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13.13.

External SATA port. External SATA port.

13.

External SATA port. This port connects to an external SATA box

13.13.

External SATA port. External SATA port.
or a Serial ATA port multiplier.

The external SATA port
supports external Serial ATA

1.5 and 3 Gb/s devices. Longer
cables support higher power
requirements to deliver signal
up to two meters away, and
enables improved hot-swap
function.

Do not insert a different
connector to this port.

14.14.

Optical S/PDIF Out portOptical S/PDIF Out port

14.

Optical S/PDIF Out port. This port connects an external audio

14.14.

Optical S/PDIF Out portOptical S/PDIF Out port
output device via an optical S/PDIF cable.

15.15.

Coaxial S/PDIF Out port.Coaxial S/PDIF Out port.

15.

Coaxial S/PDIF Out port. This port connects an external audio

15.15.

Coaxial S/PDIF Out port.Coaxial S/PDIF Out port.
output device via a coaxial S/PDIF cable.

16.16.

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

16.

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

16.16.

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

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Chapter 2: Hardware informationChapter 2: Hardware information

2.7.22.7.2

2.7.2

2.7.22.7.2

1.1.

Floppy disk drive connector (34-1 pin FLOPPY)Floppy disk drive connector (34-1 pin FLOPPY)

1.

Floppy disk drive connector (34-1 pin FLOPPY)

1.1.

Floppy disk drive connector (34-1 pin FLOPPY)Floppy disk drive connector (34-1 pin FLOPPY)

Internal connectorsInternal connectors

Internal connectors

Internal connectorsInternal connectors

This connector is for the provided floppy disk drive (FDD) signal cable.
Insert one end of the cable to this connector, then connect the other
end to the signal connector at the back of the floppy disk drive.

Pin 5 on the connector is removed to prevent incorrect cable connection
when using a FDD cable with a covered Pin 5.

FLOPPY

P5WDG2-WS PRO

®

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

PIN 1

P5WDG2-WS PRO Floppy disk drive connector

2.2.

Primary IDE connector (40-1 pin PRI_IDE)Primary IDE connector (40-1 pin PRI_IDE)

2.

Primary IDE connector (40-1 pin PRI_IDE)

2.2.

Primary IDE connector (40-1 pin PRI_IDE)Primary IDE connector (40-1 pin PRI_IDE)
The onboard IDE connector is for the Ultra DMA (133/)100/66 signal

cable. There are three connectors on each Ultra DMA 133/100/66
signal cable: blue, black, and gray. Connect the blue connector to
the motherboard's IDE connector, then select one of the following
modes to configure your device.

P5WDG2-WS PRO

®

NOTE: Orient the red markings
(usually zigzag) on the IDE

PRI_IDE

ribbon cable to PIN 1.

P5WDG2-WS PRO IDE connector

• 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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Drive jumperDrive jumper

Drive jumper

Drive jumperDrive jumper
settingsetting

setting

settingsetting

ModeMode

Mode

ModeMode
of device(s)of device(s)

of device(s)

of device(s)of device(s)

CableCable

Cable

CableCable
connectorconnector

connector

connectorconnector

Single device Cable-Select or Master - Black
Two devices Cable-Select Master Black

Slave Gray

Master Master

Black or gray

Slave Slave

If any device jumper is set as "Cable-Select," make sure all other device
jumpers have the same setting.

3.3.

ICH7R Serial ATA connectors (7-pin SATA1 [red],ICH7R Serial ATA connectors (7-pin SATA1 [red],

3.

ICH7R Serial ATA connectors (7-pin SATA1 [red],

3.3.

ICH7R Serial ATA connectors (7-pin SATA1 [red],ICH7R Serial ATA connectors (7-pin SATA1 [red],
SATA2 [red], SATA3 [black], SATA4 [black])SATA2 [red], SATA3 [black], SATA4 [black])

SATA2 [red], SATA3 [black], SATA4 [black])

SATA2 [red], SATA3 [black], SATA4 [black])SATA2 [red], SATA3 [black], SATA4 [black])
These connectors are for Serial ATA signal cables for Serial ATA hard

disk drives.

If you installed Serial ATA hard disk drives, you can create a RAID 0,

®

RAID 1, RAID 10, and RAID 5 configuration with the Intel
Storage Technology through the onboard Intel

®

ICH7R RAID controller.

Matrix

•

These connectors are set to
SS

tandard IDE tandard IDE

S

tandard IDE mode, you can connect Serial ATA boot/data hard

SS

tandard IDE tandard IDE

Standard IDE Standard IDE

Standard IDE mode by default. In

Standard IDE Standard IDE

disk drives to these connectors. If you intend to create a Serial ATA
RAID set using these connectors, set the

Configure SATA AsConfigure SATA As

Configure SATA As

Configure SATA AsConfigure SATA As
item in the BIOS to [RAID]. See section “4.3.6 IDE Configuration” for
details.

•

For RAID 5, use at least three hard disk drives. For RAID 10, use at
least four hard disk drives. Use two to four Serial ATA hard disk
drives for each RAID 0 or RAID 1 set.

P5WDG2-WS PRO

®

SATA_RXP3

GND

SATA_RXN3

GND

GND

SATA_TXN3

SATA_TXP3

SATA 4 S ATA 3

SATA_RXP1

GND

GND

SATA_RXN1

GND

SATA_TXN1

SATA_TXP1

GND

GND

SATA_RXP2

SATA_RXN2

SATA_RXP0

SATA_RXN0

GND

GND

SATA_TXN2

SATA_TXP2

SATA_TXN0

SATA_TXP0

GND

GND

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SATA 2

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SATA 1

Important notes on Serial ATAImportant notes on Serial ATA

Important notes on Serial ATA

Important notes on Serial ATAImportant notes on Serial ATA

•

You must install Windows® 2000 Service Pack 4 or the Windows® XP
Service Pack 1 before using Serial ATA hard disk drives. The Serial
ATA RAID feature (RAID 0/RAID 1/RAID 5/RAID 10) is available only
if you are using Windows® 2000/XP/Server 2003 or later version.

SS

•

When using the connectors in

tandard IDE tandard IDE

S

tandard IDE mode, connect the

SS

tandard IDE tandard IDE
primary (boot) hard disk drive to the SATA1 or SATA2 connector.
Refer to the table below for the recommended SATA hard disk drive
connections.

Serial ATA hard disk drive connectionSerial ATA hard disk drive connection

Serial ATA hard disk drive connection

Serial ATA hard disk drive connectionSerial ATA hard disk drive connection

ConnectorConnector

Connector

ConnectorConnector

SATA1/SATA2SATA1/SATA2

SATA1/SATA2

SATA1/SATA2SATA1/SATA2

SATA3/SATA4SATA3/SATA4

SATA3/SATA4

SATA3/SATA4SATA3/SATA4

®®

®

4.4.

MarvellMarvell

4.

Marvell

4.4.

MarvellMarvell
(7-pin EXT_SATA1, EXT_SATA2, EXT_SATA3)(7-pin EXT_SATA1, EXT_SATA2, EXT_SATA3)

(7-pin EXT_SATA1, EXT_SATA2, EXT_SATA3)

(7-pin EXT_SATA1, EXT_SATA2, EXT_SATA3)(7-pin EXT_SATA1, EXT_SATA2, EXT_SATA3)

®®

88SE614x 88SE614x

88SE614x

88SE614x 88SE614x

ColorColor

Color

ColorColor

RedRed

Red

RedRed

BlackBlack

Black

BlackBlack

Serial ATA connectorsSerial ATA connectors

Serial ATA connectors

Serial ATA connectorsSerial ATA connectors

SettingSetting

Setting

SettingSetting

MasterMaster

Master

MasterMaster

SlaveSlave

Slave

SlaveSlave

UseUse

Use

UseUse

Boot diskBoot disk

Boot disk

Boot diskBoot disk

Data diskData disk

Data disk

Data diskData disk

These connectors are for Serial ATA signal cables. These connectors
support Serial ATA hard disk drives.

Set the

Marvell SATA Controller Marvell SATA Controller

Marvell SATA Controller and

Marvell SATA Controller Marvell SATA Controller
items in the BIOS to [Enabled] to use the connectors to build a RAID
set. See section “4.4.6 Onboard Devices Configuration” for details.

P5WDG2-WS PRO

®

Marvell SATA BOOTROMMarvell SATA BOOTROM

Marvell SATA BOOTROM

Marvell SATA BOOTROMMarvell SATA BOOTROM

EXT_SATA3 EXT_SATA2 EXT_SATA1

P5WDG2-WS PRO SATA 3 Gbps connector

Before creating a RAID set using Serial ATA hard disks, make sure that
you have connected the Serial ATA signal cables and installed Serial ATA
hard disk drives; otherwise, you cannot enter the Marvell
RAID utility.

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RSATA_RX_2_DN

RSATA_RX_2_DP

GND

RSATA_TX_2_DN

RSATA_TX_2_DP

GND

GND

RSATA_RX_1_DN

RSATA_RX_1_DP

GND

RSATA_TX_1_DN

RSATA_TX_1_DP

GND

GND

RSATA_RX_0_DN

RSATA_RX_0_DP

GND

RSATA_TX_0_DN

RSATA_TX_0_DP

GND

®

GND

88SE6141

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5.5.

Optical drive audio connector (4-pin CD)Optical drive audio connector (4-pin CD)

5.

Optical drive audio connector (4-pin CD)

5.5.

Optical drive audio connector (4-pin CD)Optical drive audio connector (4-pin CD)
This connector is for the 4-pin audio cable that connects to the audio

connector at the back of the optical drive.

P5WDG2-WS PRO

®

Ground

Ground

Left Audio Channel

Right Audio Channel

CD

(black)

P5WDG2-WS PRO Internal audio connector

6.6.

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

6.

Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP)

6.6.

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

that supports either HD Audio or legacy AC’97 audio standard.

HD-Audio-compliant

pin definition

P5WDG2-WS PRO

®

SENSE1_RETUR

PRESENCE#

AGND

Legacy AC’97-compliant

pin definition

SENSE2_RETUR

NC

AGND

NC

NC

AAFP

NC

MIC_L

PORT1 L

PORT1 R

PORT2 L

PORT2 R

SENSE_SEND

MIC_R

Line out_R

Line out_L

P5WDG2-WS PRO Front panel audio connector

• We recommend that you connect a high-definition front panel audio
module to this connector to avail of the motherboard’s High
Definition Audio capability.

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7.7.

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

7.

USB connectors (10-1 pin USB56, USB78

7.7.

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

[optional[optional

[optional

[optional[optional

]]

]

]]

))

)

))

These connectors are for USB 2.0 ports. Connect the 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.

USB78 is for the optional Wireless LAN module and the fifth USB port
on the rear panel for the Wi-Fi add-on configuration.

P5WDG2-WS PRO

®

USB+5V

USB_P6-

USB_P6+

GND

USB56 USB78

P5WDG2-WS PRO USB 2.0 connectors

USB+5V

USB_P5-

USB_P5+

NC

GND

1

USB+5V

USB_P8-

USB_P8+

USB+5V

USB_P7-

USB_P7+

GND

GND

NC

Never connect a

1394 cable1394 cable

1394 cable to the USB connectors. Doing so will

1394 cable1394 cable

damage the motherboard!

8.8.

IEEE 1394IEEE 1394

8.

IEEE 1394

8.8.

IEEE 1394IEEE 1394
IE1394_2)IE1394_2)

IE1394_2)

IE1394_2)IE1394_2)

aa

port connector port connector

a

port connector

aa

port connector port connector

ss

(10-1 pin IE1394_ (10-1 pin IE1394_

s

(10-1 pin IE1394_

ss

(10-1 pin IE1394_ (10-1 pin IE1394_

1; 1;

10-1 pin10-1 pin

1;

10-1 pin

1; 1;

10-1 pin10-1 pin

These connectors are for additional IEEE 1394a ports. Connect the
IEEE 1394a module cables to any of these connectors, then install the
module to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis.

P5WDG2-WS PRO

®

+12V

+12V

GND

TPB2+

GND

GND

TPB2-

TPA2+

TPA2-

IE1394_1

+12V

+12V

GND

TPB1+

GND

GND

TPB1-

TPA1+

IE1394_2

TPA1-

P5WDG2-WS PRO IEEE 1394 connectors

Never connect a

USB port module cable USB port module cable

USB port module cable to the IEEE 1394

USB port module cable USB port module cable

connector. Doing so will damage the motherboard!

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9.9.

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

9.

Chassis intrusion connector (4-1 pin CHASSIS)

9.9.

Chassis intrusion connector (4-1 pin CHASSIS)Chassis intrusion connector (4-1 pin CHASSIS)
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.

P5WDG2-WS PRO

®

+5VSB_MB

Chassis Signal

GND

CHASSIS

(Default)

P5WDG2-WS PRO Chassis intrusion connector

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10.10.

CPU, Chassis, and Power Fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN,CPU, Chassis, and Power Fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN,

10.

CPU, Chassis, and Power Fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN,

10.10.

CPU, Chassis, and Power Fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN,CPU, Chassis, and Power Fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN,
3-pin PWR_FAN, 3-pin CHA_FAN1, 3-pin CHA_FAN2)3-pin PWR_FAN, 3-pin CHA_FAN1, 3-pin CHA_FAN2)

3-pin PWR_FAN, 3-pin CHA_FAN1, 3-pin CHA_FAN2)

3-pin PWR_FAN, 3-pin CHA_FAN1, 3-pin CHA_FAN2)3-pin PWR_FAN, 3-pin CHA_FAN1, 3-pin CHA_FAN2)
The fan connectors support cooling fans of 350 mA ~ 2000 mA (24 W

max.) or a total of 1 A ~ 3.48 A (41.76 W max.) at +12V. Connect the
fan cables to the fan connectors on the motherboard, making sure that
the black wire of each cable matches the ground pin of the connector.

Do not forget to connect the fan cables to the fan connectors.
Insufficient air flow inside the system may damage the motherboard
components. These are not jumpers! Do not place jumper caps on the
fan connectors!

PWR_FAN
CPU_FAN

CPU_FAN

CHA_FAN1

P5WDG2-WS PRO

®

CHA_FAN1

CHA_FAN2

GND

CPU FAN IN

CPU FAN PWR

CPU FAN PWM

GND

SPEED

CHASSIS FAN POWER

CHA_FAN2 PWR_FAN

GND
+12V
Rotation

Rotation

+12V

GND

P5WDG2-WS PRO Fan connectors

Only the CPU_FAN and CHA_FAN1 connectors support the
ASUS Q-Fan 2 feature.

If you install two VGA cards, we recommend that you plug the rear
chassis fan cable to the motherboard connector labeled CHA_FAN1 for
better thermal environment.

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11.11.

Serial port connector (10-1 pin COM1)Serial port connector (10-1 pin COM1)

11.

Serial port connector (10-1 pin COM1)

11.11.

Serial port connector (10-1 pin COM1)Serial port connector (10-1 pin COM1)
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.

P5WDG2-WS PRO

®

COM1

PIN 1

P5WDG2-WS PRO COM port connector

12.12.

ATX power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR, ATX power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR,

12.

ATX power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR,

12.12.

ATX power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR, ATX power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR,
EE

ATX12V)ATX12V)

E

ATX12V)

EE

ATX12V)ATX12V)

2x42x4

2x4

2x42x4

-pin-pin

-pin

-pin-pin

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

EATXPWR

+12V DC

EATX12V

P5WDG2-WS PRO

®

+12V DC

GND

GND

P5WDG2-WS PRO ATX power connectors

+12V DC

GND +12V DC

GND

+3 Volts
+12 Volts
+12 Volts

+5V Standby

Power OK

Ground

+5 Volts

Ground

+5 Volts

Ground
+3 Volts
+3 Volts

Ground
+5 Volts
+5 Volts
+5 Volts

-5 Volts
Ground
Ground
Ground
PSON#
Ground

-12 Volts
+3 Volts

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•

You may use a 4-pin ATX12V

2x4-pin EATX12V

power plug for this connector.

•

Make sure to remove the cap on
the connector before connecting
an 8-pin EPS +12V power plug.

Remove the capRemove the cap

Remove the cap

•

Use only either a 4-pin ATX12V or
an 8-pin EPS +12V power plug.

Remove the capRemove the cap

before using anbefore using an

before using an

before using anbefore using an

8-pin power plug8-pin power plug

8-pin power plug

8-pin power plug8-pin power plug

Connecting other power plug types
may cause serious damage to the
system.

Important notes on motherboard power requirementsImportant notes on motherboard power requirements

Important notes on motherboard power requirements

Important notes on motherboard power requirementsImportant notes on motherboard power requirements

•

For a fully configured system, we recommend that you use a power

Connect aConnect a

Connect a

Connect aConnect a

4-pin power4-pin power

4-pin power

4-pin power4-pin power

plug hereplug here

plug here

plug hereplug here

supply unit (PSU) that complies with ATX 12 V Specification 2.0 (or
later version) and provides a minimum power of 400 W.

•

Do not forget to connect the 8-pin/4-pin EATX12 V power plug;
otherwise, the system will not boot up.

•

Make sure that the PSU can support at least 8 A on the +12V_1
lead and 13 A on the +12V_2 lead.

•

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.

•

If you want to use two high-end PCI Express x16 graphics cards, use
a PSU with 450 to 500 W power to ensure system stability.

•

To support an Intel® Dual-Core CPU up to 840 Extreme Edition, make
sure that the PSU can provide at least DC 16A (peak 22A) on the
+12V_2 lead.

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TPM connector (20-1 pin TPM)TPM connector (20-1 pin TPM)

13.

TPM connector (20-1 pin TPM)

13.13.

TPM connector (20-1 pin TPM)TPM connector (20-1 pin TPM)

This connector supports a Trusted Platform Module (TPM) system,
which can securely store keys, digital certificates, passwords, and
data. A TPM system also helps enhance network security, protects
digital identities, and ensures platform integrity.

P5WDG2-WS PRO

®

CK_33M_TPM

LFRAMEn

LRESETn

LAD3

+3.3V

LAD0

+3.3VXGND

LPC_PD#

TPM

1

GND

LAD2

LAD1

X

GND

X

X

SERIRQ

P5WDG2-WS PRO TPM connector

The TPM module is purchased separately.

smb_clk_main

smb_data_main

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14.14.

System panel connector (12-pin PANEL)System panel connector (12-pin PANEL)

14.

System panel connector (12-pin PANEL)

14.14.

System panel connector (12-pin PANEL)System panel connector (12-pin PANEL)

This connector supports several chassis-mounted functions.

PLED SPEAKER

Ground

P5WDG2-WS PRO

®

PLED-

PLED+

PANEL

IDE_LED-

IDE_LED+

IDE_LED

PWRSW

*

Requires an ATX power supply.

+5V

PWR

Ground

RESET

Speaker

Ground

Reset

Ground

P5WDG2-WS PRO System panel connector

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

System power LEDSystem power LED

•

System power LED

System power LEDSystem power LED
This 3-pin connector is for the system power LED. Connect the
chassis power LED cable to this connector. The system power LED
lights up when you turn on the system power, and blinks when the
system is in sleep mode.

Hard disk drive activity LEDHard disk drive activity LED

•

Hard disk drive activity LED

Hard disk drive activity LEDHard disk drive activity LED
This 2-pin connector is for the HDD Activity LED. Connect the HDD
Activity LED cable to this connector. The IDE LED lights up or flashes
when data is read from or written to the HDD.

System warning speakerSystem warning speaker

•

System warning speaker

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

ATX power button/soft-off buttonATX power button/soft-off button

•

ATX power button/soft-off button

ATX power button/soft-off buttonATX power button/soft-off button
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 buttonReset button

•

Reset button

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

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Chapter 2: Hardware information

Chapter 2: Hardware informationChapter 2: Hardware information

This chapter describes the power up
sequence, the vocal POST messages,
and ways of shutting down the
system.

Powering up

3

Chapter summary

3

3.1 Starting up for the first time................................................ 3-1

3.2 Turning off the computer ..................................................... 3-2

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3.1 Starting up for the first time

1. After making all the connections, replace the system case cover.

2. Be sure that all switches are off.

3. Connect the power cord to the power connector at the back of the
system chassis.

4. Connect the power cord to a power outlet that is equipped with a
surge protector.

5. Turn on the devices in the following order:
a. Monitor
b. External SCSI devices (starting with the last device on the chain)
c. System power

6. After applying power, the system power LED on the system front
panel case lights up. For systems with ATX power supplies, the system
LED lights up when you press the ATX power button. If your monitor
complies with “green” standards or if it has a “power standby”
feature, the monitor LED may light up or switch between orange and
green after the system LED turns on.

The system then runs the power-on self tests or POST. While the
tests are running, the BIOS beeps (see BIOS beep codes table below)
or additional messages appear on the screen. If you do not see
anything within 30 seconds from the time you turned on the power,
the system may have failed a power-on test. Check the jumper
settings and connections or call your retailer for assistance.

AMI BIOS beep codesAMI BIOS beep codes

AMI BIOS beep codes

AMI BIOS beep codesAMI BIOS beep codes

Beep DescriptionBeep Description

Beep Description

Beep DescriptionBeep Description

One beep Keyboard controller error

Two continuous beeps followed by Floppy controller failure
two short beeps

Two continuous beeps followed by Hardware component failure
four short beeps

ErrorError

Error

ErrorError

Refresh Time error
No master drive detected

7. At power on, hold down the <Delete> key to enter the BIOS Setup.
Follow the instructions in Chapter 4.

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3.2.13.2.1

3.2.1

3.2.13.2.1

If you are using Windows® 2000:

1. Click the

2. Make sure that the
the

3. The power supply should turn off after Windows

If you are using Windows

1. Click the

2. Click the

3. The power supply should turn off after Windows

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3.2.2

3.2.23.2.2

While the system is ON, pressing the power switch for less than four
seconds puts the system to sleep mode or to soft-off mode, depending on
the BIOS setting. Pressing the power switch for more than four seconds
lets the system enter the soft-off mode regardless of the BIOS setting.
Refer to section “4.5 Power Menu” in Chapter 4 for details.

Using the OS shut down functionUsing the OS shut down function

Using the OS shut down function

Using the OS shut down functionUsing the OS shut down function

Start Start

Start button then click

Start Start

Shut DownShut Down

Shut Down option button is selected, then click

Shut DownShut Down

OK OK

O K button to shut down the computer.

OK OK

®

XP or later version:

Start Start

Start button then select

Start Start
Turn Off Turn Off

Turn Off button to shut down the computer.

Turn Off Turn Off

Using the dual function power switchUsing the dual function power switch

Using the dual function power switch

Using the dual function power switchUsing the dual function power switch

Shut Down...Shut Down...

Shut Down...

Shut Down...Shut Down...

®

shuts down.

Turn Off Computer.Turn Off Computer.

Turn Off Computer.

Turn Off Computer.Turn Off Computer.

®

shuts down.

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Chapter 3: Powering up

Chapter 3: Powering upChapter 3: Powering up

This chapter tells how to change
the system settings through the BIOS
Setup menus. Detailed descriptions
of the BIOS parameters are also
provided.

BIOS setup

4

Chapter summary

4

4.1 Managing and updating your BIOS ........................................ 4-1

4.2 BIOS setup program ........................................................... 4-11

4.3 Main menu .......................................................................... 4-14

4.4 Advanced menu .................................................................. 4-19

4.5 Power menu ........................................................................ 4-32

4.6 Boot menu .......................................................................... 4-37

4.7 Tools menu ......................................................................... 4-44

4.8 Exit menu ........................................................................... 4-47

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4.1 Managing and updating your BIOS

The following utilities allow you to manage and update the motherboard
Basic Input/Output System (BIOS) setup.

ASUS Update ASUS Update

1.

ASUS Update (Updates the BIOS in Windows

ASUS Update ASUS Update
ASUS EZ Flash 2 ASUS EZ Flash 2

2.

ASUS EZ Flash 2 (Updates the BIOS in DOS mode using a floppy

ASUS EZ Flash 2 ASUS EZ Flash 2
disk or the motherboard support CD.)

ASUS AFUDOS ASUS AFUDOS

3.

ASUS AFUDOS (Updates the BIOS in DOS mode using a bootable

ASUS AFUDOS ASUS AFUDOS
floppy disk.)

ASUS CrashFree BIOS 2 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 2

4.

ASUS CrashFree BIOS 2 (Updates the BIOS using a floppy disk or

ASUS CrashFree BIOS 2 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 2
the motherboard support CD when the BIOS file fails or gets
corrupted.)

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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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:

ASUS Update utilityASUS Update utility

ASUS Update utility

ASUS Update utilityASUS Update utility

®

environment.)

• 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.

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

Installing ASUS UpdateInstalling ASUS Update

Installing ASUS Update

Installing ASUS UpdateInstalling ASUS Update

To install ASUS Update:

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

2. Click the
Utilities Utilities

the

Ut i l i t i e s screen menu.

Utilities Utilities

Utilities Utilities

Utilities tab, then click

Utilities Utilities

ASUS UpdateASUS Update

ASUS Update. See page 5-3 for

ASUS UpdateASUS Update

Drivers Drivers

Drivers menu appears.

Drivers Drivers

3. The ASUS Update utility is copied to your system.

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Quit all Windows® applications before you update the BIOS using this
utility.

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

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Update BIOS fromUpdate BIOS from

Update BIOS from

Update BIOS fromUpdate BIOS from

the Internet the Internet

the Internet option from the

the Internet the Internet
drop-down menu, then click
NextNext

Next.

NextNext

3. Select the ASUS FTP site
nearest you to avoid network
traffic, or click

NextNext

Click

Next.

NextNext

Chapter 4: BIOS setupChapter 4: BIOS setup

Chapter 4: BIOS setup

Chapter 4: BIOS setupChapter 4: BIOS setup

Auto SelectAuto Select

Auto Select.

Auto SelectAuto Select

4. From the FTP site, select the
BIOS version that you wish to
download. Click Next.

5. Follow the screen instructions to
complete the update process.

The ASUS Update utility is
capable of updating itself
through the Internet. Always
update the utility to avail of
all its features.

Updating the BIOS through a BIOS fileUpdating the BIOS through a BIOS file

Updating the BIOS through a BIOS file

Updating the BIOS through a BIOS fileUpdating the BIOS through a BIOS file

To update the BIOS through a BIOS file:

®

1. Launch the ASUS Update utility from the Windows
clicking
ASUSUpdateASUSUpdate

ASUSUpdate. The ASUS Update main window appears.

ASUSUpdateASUSUpdate

Start Start

Start >

Start Start

Programs Programs

Programs >

Programs Programs

ASUS ASUS

ASUS >

ASUS ASUS

ASUSUpdate ASUSUpdate

ASUSUpdate >

ASUSUpdate ASUSUpdate

desktop by

2. Select
file file

file option from the drop-down

file file
menu, then click

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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Creating a bootable floppy diskCreating a bootable floppy disk

Creating a bootable floppy disk

Creating a bootable floppy diskCreating a bootable floppy disk

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

DOS environment

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

then press <Enter>.

Windows® XP environment

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

ComputerComputer

Computer.

ComputerComputer

Start Start

Start from the Windows

Start Start

®

desktop, then select

MyMy

My

MyMy

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

e.

File File

File from the menu, then select

File File

Floppy DiskFloppy Disk

Floppy Disk window appears.

Floppy DiskFloppy Disk

®®

®

®®

WindowsWindows

Windows

WindowsWindows
disk disk

disk from the format options field, then click

disk disk

XP users: XP users:

XP users: Select

XP users: XP users:

Create an MS-DOS startupCreate an MS-DOS startup

Create an MS-DOS startup

Create an MS-DOS startupCreate an MS-DOS startup

FormatFormat

Format. A

FormatFormat

StartStart

Start.

StartStart

Format 3 1/2Format 3 1/2

Format 3 1/2

Format 3 1/2Format 3 1/2

Windows® 2000 environment

To create a set of boot disks for Windows® 2000:
a. Insert a formatted, high density 1.44 MB floppy disk into the drive.

®

b. Insert the Windows
c. Click

StartStart

Start, then select

StartStart

2000 CD to the optical drive.

RunRun

Run.

RunRun

d. In the

Open Open

Open field, type D:\bootdisk\makeboot a:

Open Open

assuming that D is your optical drive letter.

e. Press <Enter>, then follow screen instructions to continue.

2. Copy the original or the latest motherboard BIOS file to the bootable
floppy disk.

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Chapter 4: BIOS setup

Chapter 4: BIOS setupChapter 4: BIOS setup

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ASUS EZ Flash 2 utilityASUS EZ Flash 2 utility

ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility

ASUS EZ Flash 2 utilityASUS EZ Flash 2 utility

The ASUS EZ Flash 2 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 2 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 2:

1. Visit the ASUS website (www.asus.com) to download the latest BIOS
file for the motherboard and rename the same to

WDG2WSP.ROMWDG2WSP.ROM

WDG2WSP.ROM.

WDG2WSP.ROMWDG2WSP.ROM

2. Save the BIOS file to a floppy disk or a USB flash disk, then restart the
system.

3. You can launch the EZ Flash 2 by two methods.
(1) Insert the floppy disk / USB flash disk that contains the BIOS file

to the floppy disk drive or the USB port.
Press <Alt> + <F2> during POST to display the following.

ASUSTek EZ Flash 2 BIOS ROM Utility V3.00

FLASH TYPE: Winbond W39V080A 8Mb LPC

Current ROM Update ROM

BOARD: P5WDG2-WS Pro
VER: 0204
DATE: 07/04/2006

PATH: A:\

A:

BOARD: Unknown
VER: Unknown
DATE: Unknown

Note

[Enter] Select [S] Save [ESC]Exit
[Tab] Switch [Up/Down/Home/End] Move

(2) Enter BIOS setup program. Go th the Tools menu to select EZ

Flash 2 and press <Enter> to enable it.
You can switch between drives by pressing <Tab> before the

correct file is found. Then press <Enter>.

4. When the correct BIOS file is found, EZ Flash 2 performs the BIOS
update process and automatically reboots the system when done.

• This function can supp ort devices such as USB flash disk, or floppy
disk with FAT 32/16 format and single partition only.

• Do not shutdown or reset the system while updating the BIOS to
prevent system boot failure!

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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 1.2 MB free space to save the file.

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

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

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

afudos /o[filename]

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

A:\>afudos /oOLDBIOS1.rom

Main filenameMain filename

Main filename

Main filenameMain filename

Extension nameExtension name

Extension name

Extension nameExtension name

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

A:\>afudos /oOLDBIOS1.rom

AMI Firmware Update Utility - Version 1.19(ASUS V2.07(03.11.24BB))

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

Reading flash ..... done

Write to file...... ok

A:\>

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

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Chapter 4: BIOS setup

Chapter 4: BIOS setupChapter 4: BIOS setup

Updating the BIOS fileUpdating the BIOS file

Updating the BIOS file

Updating the BIOS fileUpdating the BIOS file

To update the BIOS file using the AFUDOS utility:

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

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

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

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

afudos /i[filename]

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

A:\>afudos /iWDG2WSP.rom

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

A:\>afudos /iWDG2WSP.rom

AMI Firmware Update Utility - Version 1.19(ASUS V2.07(03.11.24BB))

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

WARNING!! Do not turn off power during flash BIOS

Reading file ....... done

Reading flash ...... done

Advance Check ......

Erasing flash ...... done

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

Do not shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS to
prevent system boot failure!

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5. The utility returns to the DOS prompt after the BIOS update process is
completed. Reboot the system from the hard disk drive.

A:\>afudos /iWDG2WSP.rom

AMI Firmware Update Utility - Version 1.19(ASUS V2.07(03.11.24BB))

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

WARNING!! Do not turn off power during flash BIOS

Reading file ....... done

Reading flash ...... done

Advance Check ......

Erasing flash ...... done

Writing flash ...... done

Verifying flash .... done

Please restart your computer

A:\>

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Chapter 4: BIOS setup

Chapter 4: BIOS setupChapter 4: BIOS setup

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4.1.5

4.1.54.1.5

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

WDG2WSP.ROMWDG2WSP.ROM

WDG2WSP.ROM.

WDG2WSP.ROMWDG2WSP.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 “WDG2WSP.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 “WDG2WSP.ROM”. Completed.
Start flashing...

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

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

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

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Chapter 4: BIOS setup

Chapter 4: BIOS setupChapter 4: BIOS setup

4.2 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 or the firmware hub.

The firmware hub on the motherboard stores the Setup utility. When you
start up the computer, the system provides you with the opportunity to
run this program. Press <Del>

during the Power-On-Self-Test (POST) to

enter the Setup utility; otherwise, POST continues with its test routines.

“

4.1 Managing and

If you wish to enter Setup after POST, restart the system by pressing
<Ctrl+Alt+Delete>, or by pressing the reset button on the system chassis.
You can also restart by turning the system off and then back on. Do this
last option only if the first two failed.

The Setup program is designed to make it as easy to use as possible. Being
a menu-driven program, it lets you scroll through the various sub-menus
and make your selections from the available options using the navigation
keys.

• The default BIOS settings for this motherboard apply for most
conditions to ensure optimum performance. If the system becomes
unstable after changing any BIOS settings, load the default settings
to ensure system compatibility and stability. Select the
Default SettingsDefault Settings

Default Settings item under the Exit Menu. See section “4.7 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.

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

LoadLoad

Load

LoadLoad

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4.2.1

4.2.14.2.1

BIOS menu screenBIOS menu screen

BIOS menu screen

BIOS menu screenBIOS menu screen

Menu itemsMenu items

Menu items

Menu itemsMenu items

Main Advanced Power Boot Exit

System Time [10:55:25]
System Date [Mon 07/05/2006]
Legacy Diskette A [1.44M, 3.5 in]

Primary IDE Master [ST320410A]
Primary IDE Slave [ASUS CD-S520/A]
Third IDE Master [Not Detected]
Third IDE Slave [Not Detected]
Fourth IDE Master [Not Detected]
Fourth IDE Slave [Not Detected]
IDE Configuration

System Information

Sub-menu itemsSub-menu items

Sub-menu items

Sub-menu itemsSub-menu items

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4.2.2

4.2.24.2.2

Menu barMenu bar

Menu bar

Menu barMenu bar

v02.58 (C)Copyright 1985-2005, American Megatrends, Inc.

Menu barMenu bar

Menu bar

Menu barMenu bar

Configuration fieldsConfiguration fields

Configuration fields

Configuration fieldsConfiguration fields

BIOS SETUP UTILITY

General helpGeneral help

General help

General helpGeneral help

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

Use [+] or [-] to
configure the System
Time.

Select Screen
Select Item

+- Change Field

Tab Select Field
F1 General Help
F10 Save and Exit
ESC Exit

Navigation keysNavigation keys

Navigation keys

Navigation keysNavigation keys

The menu bar on top of the screen has the following main items:

MainMain

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
ToolsTools

Tools For configuring options for special functions

ToolsTools
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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Menu itemsMenu items

Menu items

Menu itemsMenu items

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

MainMain

Main

MainMain

shows the Main menu items.

The other items (Advanced, Power,

System Time [11:51:19]
System Date [Wed 11/02/2005]
Legacy Diskette A [1.44M, 3.5 in]
Language [English]

Primary IDE Master [ST320413A]
Primary IDE Slave [ASUS CD-S520/A]
Third IDE Master [Not Detected]
Third IDE Slave [Not Detected]
Fourth IDE Master [Not Detected]
Fourth IDE Slave [Not Detected]
IDE Configuration

System Information

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

Use [+] or [-]
to configure

Boot, and Exit) on the menu bar have
their respective menu items.

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Sub-menu itemsSub-menu items

Sub-menu items

Sub-menu itemsSub-menu items

Main menu itemsMain menu items

Main menu items

Main menu itemsMain menu items

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

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Configuration fieldsConfiguration fields

Configuration fields

Configuration fieldsConfiguration fields

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

A configurable field is enclosed in brackets, and is highlighted when
selected. To change the value of a field, select it then press <Enter> to
display a list of options. Refer to “4.2.7 Pop-up window.”

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Pop-up windowPop-up window

Pop-up window

Pop-up windowPop-up window

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

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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

Scroll barScroll bar

Scroll bar

Scroll barScroll bar

Advanced Chipset settings

WARNING: Setting wrong values in the sections below
may cause system to malfunction.

Configure DRAM Timing by SPD [Enabled]
Memory Acceleration Mode [Auto]
DRAM Idle Timer [Auto]
DRAm Refresh Rate [Auto]

Graphic Adapter Priority [AGP/PCI]
Graphics Aperture Size [ 64 MB]
Spread Spectrum [Enabled]

ICH Delayed Transaction [Enabled]

MPS Revision [1.4]

Select Screen
Select Item
+- Change Option
F1 General Help
F10 Save and Exit
ESC Exit

items on the screen.

Pop-up windowPop-up window

Pop-up window

Pop-up windowPop-up window

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At the top right corner of the menu

General helpGeneral help

General help

General helpGeneral help

Scroll barScroll bar

Scroll bar

Scroll barScroll bar

screen is a brief description of the
selected item.

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4.3 Main menu

When you enter the BIOS Setup program, the

Main Main

Main menu screen appears,

Main Main

giving you an overview of the basic system information.

Refer to section “4.2.1 BIOS menu screen” for information on the menu
screen items and how to navigate through them.

Main Advanced Power Boot Exit

System Time [10:55:25]
System Date [Mon 07/05/2006]
Legacy Diskette A [1.44M, 3.5 in]

Primary IDE Master [ST320410A]
Primary IDE Slave [ASUS CD-S520/A]
Third IDE Master [Not Detected]
Third IDE Slave [Not Detected]
Fourth IDE Master [Not Detected]
Fourth IDE Slave [Not Detected]
IDE Configuration

System Information

v02.58 (C)Copyright 1985-2005, American Megatrends, Inc.

BIOS SETUP UTILITY

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

Use [+] or [-] to
configure the System
Time.

Select Screen
Select Item

+- Change Field

Tab Select Field
F1 General Help
F10 Save and Exit
ESC Exit

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

System Time [xx:xx:xx]

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

Allows you to set the system time.

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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.

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

Legacy Diskette A [1.44M, 3.5 in.]

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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Language [English]Language [English]

Language [English]

Language [English]Language [English]

Allows you to choose the BIOS language version from the options.
Configuration options: [English] [Français] [Deutsch] [Japanese]
[Chinese (GB)] [Chinese BIG5]

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Primary, Third, and Fourth IDE Master/SlavePrimary, Third, and Fourth IDE Master/Slave

Primary, Third, and Fourth IDE Master/Slave

Primary, Third, and Fourth IDE Master/SlavePrimary, Third, and Fourth IDE Master/Slave

The BIOS automatically detects the connected IDE devices. There is a
separate sub-menu for each IDE device. Select a device item, then press
<Enter> to display the IDE device information.

Primary IDE Master

Device : Hard Disk
Vendor : ST320413A
Size : 20.0GB
LBA Mode : Supported
Block Mode : 16 Sectors
PIO Mode : Supported
Async DMA : MultiWord DMA-2
Ultra DMA : Ultra DMA-5
SMART Monitoring: Supported

Type [Auto]
LBA/Large Mode [Auto]
Block(Multi-sector Transfer) M [Auto]
PIO Mode [Auto]
DMA Mode [Auto]
SMART Monitoring [Auto]
32Bit Data Transfer [Enabled]

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) M [Auto]Block (Multi-sector Transfer) M [Auto]

Block (Multi-sector Transfer) M [Auto]

Block (Multi-sector Transfer) M [Auto]Block (Multi-sector Transfer) M [Auto]

Enables or disables data multi-sector transfer mode. When set to [Auto],
the data transfer from and to the device occurs multiple sectors at a time
if the device supports multi-sector transfer feature. When set to
[Disabled], the data transfer from and to the device occurs one sector at a
time. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Auto]

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PIO Mode [Auto]PIO Mode [Auto]

PIO Mode [Auto]

PIO Mode [Auto]PIO Mode [Auto]

Selects the PIO mode.
Configuration options: [Auto] [0] [1] [2] [3] [4]

DMA Mode [Auto]DMA Mode [Auto]

DMA Mode [Auto]

DMA Mode [Auto]DMA Mode [Auto]

Selects the DMA mode. Configuration options: [Auto]

SMART Monitoring [Auto]SMART Monitoring [Auto]

SMART Monitoring [Auto]

SMART Monitoring [Auto]SMART Monitoring [Auto]

Sets the Smart Monitoring, Analysis, and Reporting Technology.
Configuration options: [Auto] [Disabled] [Enabled]

32Bit Data Transfer [Enabled]32Bit Data Transfer [Enabled]

32Bit Data Transfer [Enabled]

32Bit Data Transfer [Enabled]32Bit Data Transfer [Enabled]

Enables or disables 32-bit data transfer.
Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]

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IDE ConfigurationIDE Configuration

IDE Configuration

IDE ConfigurationIDE Configuration

The items in this menu allow you to set or change the configurations for
the IDE devices installed in the system. Select an item then press <Enter>
if you want to configure the item.

IDE Configuration

Configure SATA As [Standard IDE]
Onboard IDE Operate Mode [Enhanced Mode]

Enhanced Mode Support On [S-ATA]

IDE Detect Time Out (Sec) [35]

Configure SATA As [Standard IDE]Configure SATA As [Standard IDE]

Configure SATA As [Standard IDE]

Configure SATA As [Standard IDE]Configure SATA As [Standard IDE]

When in AHCI/RAID
mode SATA
controller is
forced to Native
mode.

Sets the configuration for the Serial ATA connectors supported by the
Southbridge chip.

The AHCI allows the onboard storage driver to enable advanced Serial ATA
features that increases storage performance on random workloads by
allowing the drive to internally optimize the order of commands.

If you want to create a RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 10, and RAID 5, or the Intel
Matrix Storage Technology configuration from the Serial ATA hard disk
drives, set this item to [RAID].

If you want to use the Serial ATA hard disk drives as Parallel ATA physical
storage devices, keep the defaul setting [Standard IDE].

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If you want the Serial ATA hard disk drives to use the Advanced Host
Controller Interface (AHCI), set this item to [AHCI]. For details on AHCI, go to:

www.intel.com/support/chipsets/imst/sb/CS-012304.htm
www.intel.com/support/chipsets/imst/sb/CS-012305.htm

The SATA controller is set to Native mode when this item is set to [RAID]
or [AHCI]

Onboard IDE Operate Mode Onboard IDE Operate Mode

The

Onboard IDE Operate Mode and its sub-menu items appear

Onboard IDE Operate Mode Onboard IDE Operate Mode

only when the

Onboard IDE Operate Mode [Enhanced Mode]Onboard IDE Operate Mode [Enhanced Mode]

Onboard IDE Operate Mode [Enhanced Mode]

Onboard IDE Operate Mode [Enhanced Mode]Onboard IDE Operate Mode [Enhanced Mode]

Configure SATA As Configure SATA As

Configure SATA As item is set to [Standard IDE].

Configure SATA As Configure SATA As

Allows selection of the IDE operation mode depending on the installed
operating system (OS). Set to [Enhanced Mode] if you are using OS
supporting native mode, including Windows

®

2000/XP. Configuration

options: [Disabled] [Compatible Mode] [Enhanced Mode]

If you are using a Serial ATA optical drive, set this item to [Compatible
Mode] before creating a boot disk using the support CD.

Enhanced Mode Support On [S-ATA]

Allows you to use

OS supporting native mode OS supporting native mode

OS supporting native mode on Serial ATA and

OS supporting native mode OS supporting native mode
Parallel ATA ports. It is recommend that you do not change the
default setting for better OS compatibility. In this setting, you may
use legacy OS on the Parallel ATA ports only if you do not install any
Serial ATA device.

The P-ATA+S-ATA and P-ATA options are for advanced users only. If
you set to any of these options and encountered problems, revert to
the default setting

S-ATAS-ATA

S-ATA. Configuration options: [S-ATA+P-ATA]

S-ATAS-ATA

[S-ATA] [P-ATA]

Combined Mode Option [Primary P-ATA +S-ATA]

Allows you to choose the IDE ports to be used.
Configuration options: [Primary P-ATA +S-ATA] [S-ATA only]
[P-ATA only]

The [S-ATA only] and [P-ATA only] options are for advanced users
only. If you set to any of these options and encounter problems,
revert to the default setting [Primary P-ATA+S-ATA].

Combined Mode OptionCombined Mode Option

The

Combined Mode Option item appears when you set the

Combined Mode OptionCombined Mode Option

Onboard IDE Operate ModeOnboard IDE Operate Mode

Onboard IDE Operate Mode to [Compatible Mode].

Onboard IDE Operate ModeOnboard IDE Operate Mode

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Onboard Serial-ATA BOOTROOM [Enabled]

Enables or disables the onboard Serial ATA boot ROM.
Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]

Onboard Serial-ATA BOOTROM Onboard Serial-ATA BOOTROM

The

Onboard Serial-ATA BOOTROM appears only when the

Onboard Serial-ATA BOOTROM Onboard Serial-ATA BOOTROM

Configure SATA As Configure SATA As

Configure SATA As item is set to [RAID].

Configure SATA As Configure SATA As

ALPE and ASP [Disabled]ALPE and ASP [Disabled]

ALPE and ASP [Disabled]

ALPE and ASP [Disabled]ALPE and ASP [Disabled]

Allows you to enable or disable the Agressive Link Power Management
(ALPE) and Aggressive Slumber/Partial (ASP) management features.
Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]

ALPE and ASP ALPE and ASP

The

ALPE and ASP and its sub-menu item appear only when the

ALPE and ASP ALPE and ASP

Configure SATA As Configure SATA As

Configure SATA As item is set to [AHCI].

Configure SATA As Configure SATA As

IDE Detect Time Out(Sec) [35]IDE Detect Time Out(Sec) [35]

IDE Detect Time Out(Sec) [35]

IDE Detect Time Out(Sec) [35]IDE Detect Time Out(Sec) [35]

Selects the time out value for detecting ATA/ATAPI devices.
Configuration options: [0] [5] [10] [15] [20] [25] [30] [35]

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System InformationSystem Information

System Information

System InformationSystem Information

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

AMIBIOS
Version : 0201
Build Date : 07/03/06

Processor
Type : Genuine Intel(R) CPU 2.80GHz
Speed : 2800 MHz
Count : 2

System Memory
Total : 512MB
Appropritated : 0MB
Available : 512MB

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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4.4 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 can cause the system to malfunction.

JumperFree Configuration
LAN Cable Status
USB Configuration

CPU Configuration
Chipset
Onboard Devices Configuration
PCIPnP

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Configure System Frequency/Voltage

AI Overclocking [Auto]

Performance Mode [Auto]

Stable Mode [Disabled]

JumperFree ConfigurationJumperFree Configuration

JumperFree Configuration

JumperFree ConfigurationJumperFree Configuration

Adjust system
frequency/voltage.

Select the targe 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 Overclocking [Auto]AI Overclocking [Auto]

AI Overclocking [Auto]

AI Overclocking [Auto]AI Overclocking [Auto]

Allows you to select the overclocking options to achieve the desired CPU
internal frequency. Select either one of the preset overclocking
configiuration options.

Manual Manual

Manual - allows you to individually set overclocking parameters.

Manual Manual
Auto Auto

Auto - loads the optimal settings for the system.

Auto Auto
AI N.O.S.AI N.O.S.

AI N.O.S. - the ASUS AI Non-delay Overclocking System feature

AI N.O.S.AI N.O.S.

intelligently determines the system load and automatically boost

the performance for the most demanding tasks.

Overclock Profile Overclock Profile

Overclock Profile - loads overclocking profiles with optimal

Overclock Profile Overclock Profile

parameters for stability when overclocking.

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The following item appears only when you install a CPU that supports the
lock free feature. Only some latest CPUs support this feature

CPU Lock Free [Auto]CPU Lock Free [Auto]

CPU Lock Free [Auto]

CPU Lock Free [Auto]CPU Lock Free [Auto]

This feature allows you to adjust the CPU multiplier to 14x. Setting this
item to [Auto] allows the motherboard to automatically reduce the CPU
multiplier value for more flexibility when increasing external FSB.
Configuration options: [Auto] [Disabled] [Enabled]

The following item appears only when you set the
item to [Manual].

CPU Frequency [XXX]CPU Frequency [XXX]

CPU Frequency [XXX]

CPU Frequency [XXX]CPU Frequency [XXX]

AI OverclockingAI Overclocking

AI Overclocking

AI OverclockingAI Overclocking

Displays the frequency sent by the clock generator to the system bus and
PCI bus. The value of this item is auto-detected by the BIOS. Use the

<-><->

and

< - > keys to adjust the CPU frequency. You can also type the desired

<-><->

<+><+>

<+>

<+><+>

CPU frequency using the numeric keypad. The values range from 100 to

450.

DRAM Frequency [Auto]DRAM Frequency [Auto]

DRAM Frequency [Auto]

DRAM Frequency [Auto]DRAM Frequency [Auto]

Allows you to set the DDR operating frequency.
Configuration options: [Auto] [DDR2-400MHz] [DDR2-533MHz]
[DDR2-600MHz] [DDR2-667MHz] [DDR2-800MHz] [DDR2-889MHz]
[DDR2-1066MHz]

Selecting a very high DRAM frequency may cause the system to become
unstable! If this happens, revert to the default setting.

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Performance Mode [Auto]Performance Mode [Auto]

Performance Mode [Auto]

Performance Mode [Auto]Performance Mode [Auto]

Allows enhanced system performance. Setting to [Turbo] may cause the
system to become unstable. If this happens, revert to the default setting
[Auto]. Configuration options: [Auto] [Standard] [Turbo]

PCI Express Frequency [Auto]PCI Express Frequency [Auto]

PCI Express Frequency [Auto]

PCI Express Frequency [Auto]PCI Express Frequency [Auto]

Allows you to set the PCI Express frequency. This item is set to [Auto] by
default. Configuration options: [Auto] [90] ~ [150]

PCI Clock Synchronization Mode [Auto]PCI Clock Synchronization Mode [Auto]

PCI Clock Synchronization Mode [Auto]

PCI Clock Synchronization Mode [Auto]PCI Clock Synchronization Mode [Auto]

Allows you to synchronize the PCI frequency with the PCI Express or CPU
frequency. Configuration options: [To CPU] [33.33MHz] [Auto]

CPU Clock Spread Spectrum [Enabled]CPU Clock Spread Spectrum [Enabled]

CPU Clock Spread Spectrum [Enabled]

CPU Clock Spread Spectrum [Enabled]CPU Clock Spread Spectrum [Enabled]

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

PCIE Clock Spread Spectrum [Disaabled]PCIE Clock Spread Spectrum [Disaabled]

PCIE Clock Spread Spectrum [Disaabled]

PCIE Clock Spread Spectrum [Disaabled]PCIE Clock Spread Spectrum [Disaabled]

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

The following items also appear when the
to [AI NOS].

Memory Voltage [Auto]Memory Voltage [Auto]

Memory Voltage [Auto]

Memory Voltage [Auto]Memory Voltage [Auto]

Allows you to select the DDR2 reference voltage.
Configuration options: [Auto] [1.80V] [1.90V] [1.95V] [2.00V] [2.05V]
[2.10V] [2.15V] [2.20V] [2.25V] [2.30V] [2.35V] [2.40V]

Refer to the DDR2 documentation before adjusting the memory voltage.
Setting a very high memory voltage may damage the memory module(s)!

CPU VCore Voltage [Auto]CPU VCore Voltage [Auto]

CPU VCore Voltage [Auto]

CPU VCore Voltage [Auto]CPU VCore Voltage [Auto]

Allows you to select the CPU VCore voltage. Configuration options: [Auto]
[1.7000V] [1.6875V] [1.6750V] [1.6625V] [1.6500V] [1.6375V]
[1.6250V] [1.6125V] [1.6000V] [1.5875V] [1.5750V] [1.5625V]
[1.5500V] [1.5375V] [1.5250V] [1.5125V] [1.5000V] [1.4875V]
[1.4750V] [1.4625V] [1.4500V] [1.4375V] [1.4250V] [1.4125V]
[1.4000V] [1.3875V] [1.3750V] [1.3625V] [1.3500V] [1.3375V]
[1.3250V] [1.3125V] [1.3000V] [1.2875V] [1.2750V] [1.2625V]
[1.2500V] [1.2375V] [1.2250V] [1.2125V] [1.2000V]

AI Overclocking AI Overclocking

AI Overclocking item is set

AI Overclocking AI Overclocking

Refer to the CPU documentation before setting the CPU Vcore voltage.
Setting a high Vcore voltage may damage the CPU!

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FSB Termination Voltage [Auto]FSB Termination Voltage [Auto]

FSB Termination Voltage [Auto]

FSB Termination Voltage [Auto]FSB Termination Voltage [Auto]

Allows you to select the front side bus termination voltage.
Configuration options: [Auto] [1.20V] [1.30V] [1.40V] [1.50V]

Setting a high FSB termination voltage may damage the chipset and
CPU.

MCH Chipset Voltage [Auto]MCH Chipset Voltage [Auto]

MCH Chipset Voltage [Auto]

MCH Chipset Voltage [Auto]MCH Chipset Voltage [Auto]

Allows you to select the chipset voltage of the memory controller hub
(MCH). Configuration options: [Auto] [1.50V] [1.60V] [1.70V] [1.80V]

Setting a high MCH chipset voltage may damage the chipset!

ICH Chipset Voltage [Auto]ICH Chipset Voltage [Auto]

ICH Chipset Voltage [Auto]

ICH Chipset Voltage [Auto]ICH Chipset Voltage [Auto]

Allows you to select the chipset voltage of the I/O controller hub (ICH).
Configuration options: [Auto] [1.05V] [1.20V]

Setting a high ICH chipset voltage may damage the chipset!

The following item appears only when the
to [Overclock Profile].

Overclock Options [Overclock 5%]Overclock Options [Overclock 5%]

Overclock Options [Overclock 5%]

Overclock Options [Overclock 5%]Overclock Options [Overclock 5%]

AI Overclocking AI Overclocking

AI Overclocking item is set

AI Overclocking AI Overclocking

Allows you to overclock the CPU speed through the available preset values.
Configuration options: [Overclock 5%] [FSB888/DDR2-667]

[Overclock 10%] [FSB960/DDR2-800]
[Overclock 15%] [FSB1200/DDR2-800]
[Overclock 20%] [FSB1280/DDR2-800]
[Overclock 30%] [FSB1333/DDR2-667]

[FSB1333/DDR2-834]

The following item appears only when the
to [AI NOS].

NOS Mode [Auto]NOS Mode [Auto]

NOS Mode [Auto]

NOS Mode [Auto]NOS Mode [Auto]

AI Overclocking AI Overclocking

AI Overclocking item is set

AI Overclocking AI Overclocking

Sets the Non-Delay Overclocking System mode. Select either of the
following configuration options:

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AutoAuto

Auto - loads the optimum sensitivity and overclocking percentage

AutoAuto

setting.

Manual Manual

Manual - allows you to manually set overclocking configurations.

Manual Manual

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The following items appear if the

Sensitivity [Sensitive]Sensitivity [Sensitive]

Sensitivity [Sensitive]

Sensitivity [Sensitive]Sensitivity [Sensitive]

NOS Mode NOS Mode

NOS Mode item is set to [Manual]

NOS Mode NOS Mode

Allows you to choose the sensitivity of the AI NOS sensor. Setting this item
to [Sensitive] will trigger AI NOS with less CPU loading. Configuration
options: [Normal] [Sensitive] [Less-Sensitive]

Target Frequency [Overclock XX%]Target Frequency [Overclock XX%]

Target Frequency [Overclock XX%]

Target Frequency [Overclock XX%]Target Frequency [Overclock XX%]

Allows you to set the maximum overclock percentage for the selected NOS
Mode. Configuration options: [Overclock 3%] [Overclock 5%] [Overclock
7%] [Overclock 10%] [Overclock 15%] [Overclock 20%] [Overclock 30%]

Selecting a very high frequency may cause the system to become
unstable. If this happens, revert to the default setting.

4.4.24.4.2

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4.4.24.4.2

LAN Cable StatusLAN Cable Status

LAN Cable Status

LAN Cable StatusLAN Cable Status

This menu displays the status of the Local Area Network (LAN) cable
connected to the LAN (RJ-45) port.

POST Check LAN Cable [Disabled]

LAN Cable Status
Pair Status Length

1-2 N/A
3-6 N/A
4-5 N/A
7-8 N/A

1-2 N/A
3-6 N/A
4-5 N/A
7-8 N/A

POST Check LAN Cable [Disabled]POST Check LAN Cable [Disabled]

POST Check LAN Cable [Disabled]

POST Check LAN Cable [Disabled]POST Check LAN Cable [Disabled]

Check LAN cable
during POST.

Allows you to enable or disable LAN cable check during POST. When
enabled, the menu reports the cable faults or shorts, and displays the point
(length) where the fault or short is detected.
Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]

This function is available only on Marvell LAN (LAN2).

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ASUS P5WDG2 WS Professional

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4.4.34.4.3

4.4.3

4.4.34.4.3

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.

USB Configuration

Module Version - 2.24.0-F.4

USB Devices Enabled: None

USB Function [Enabled]
Legacy USB Support [Auto]
USB 2.0 Controller [Enabled]
USB 2.0 Controller Mode [HiSpeed]
BIOS EHCI Hand-off [Enabled]

USB Mass Storage Device Configuration

Module VersionModule Version

The

Module Version and

Module VersionModule Version
auto-detected values. If no USB device is detected, the item shows
NoneNone

None.

NoneNone

USB Function [Enabled]USB Function [Enabled]

USB Function [Enabled]

USB Function [Enabled]USB Function [Enabled]

USB Devices Enabled USB Devices Enabled

USB Devices Enabled items show the

USB Devices Enabled USB Devices Enabled

Enables or disables the USB host controllers.
Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]

Enables USB host
controllers.

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 [Enabled]USB 2.0 Controller [Enabled]

USB 2.0 Controller [Enabled]

USB 2.0 Controller [Enabled]USB 2.0 Controller [Enabled]

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

The following items appear only when the
to [Enabled].

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]

USB 2.0 Controller USB 2.0 Controller

USB 2.0 Controller is set

USB 2.0 Controller USB 2.0 Controller

Allows you to set the USB 2.0 controller mode to HiSpeed (480 Mbps) or
FullSpeed (12 Mbps). Configuration options: [HiSpeed ] [FullSpeed ]

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