Vintage-PE2
Barebone System
E2039E2039
E2039
E2039E2039
First Edition V1First Edition V1
First Edition V1
First Edition V1First Edition V1
April 2005April 2005
April 2005
April 2005April 2005
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Table of contents
Notices ................................................................................................ vi
Safety information ............................................................................. vii
About this guide ............................................................................... viii
Chapter 1:Chapter 1:
Chapter 1:
Chapter 1:Chapter 1:
1.1 Welcome! .............................................................................. 1-2
1.2 Front panel ........................................................................... 1-2
1.3 Rear panel ............................................................................. 1-4
1.4 Internal components ............................................................ 1-6
Chapter 2:Chapter 2:
Chapter 2:
Chapter 2:Chapter 2:
2.1 Preparation ........................................................................... 2-2
2.2 Before you proceed .............................................................. 2-2
2.3 Removing the side plates and front cover ........................... 2-3
2.4 Installing a CPU ..................................................................... 2-5
2.4.1 Installing the CPU.................................................... 2-5
2.4.2 Installing the CPU fan and heatsink ........................ 2-8
2.4.3 Uninstalling the CPU fan and heatsink .................. 2-10
2.5 Installing system memory .................................................. 2-12
2.5.1 Memory configurations ......................................... 2-12
System introductionSystem introduction
System introduction
System introductionSystem introduction
Basic installationBasic installation
Basic installation
Basic installationBasic installation
2.5.2 Installing a DIMM ................................................... 2-16
2.5.3 Removing a DIMM ................................................. 2-16
2.6 Installing an expansion card ............................................... 2-17
2.6.1 Expansion slots ..................................................... 2-17
2.6.2 Expansion card installation ................................... 2-19
2.6.3 Configuring an expansion card.............................. 2-19
2.7 Installing an optical drive .................................................... 2-21
2.8 Installing a hard disk drive .................................................. 2-23
2.9 Installing a floppy disk drive ............................................... 2-26
2.10 Replacing the side plates and front cover .......................... 2-28
2.11 Connecting external devices .............................................. 2-30
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Chapter 3:Chapter 3:
Chapter 3:
Chapter 3:Chapter 3:
3.1 Installing an operating system ............................................. 3-2
3.2 Support CD information ........................................................ 3-2
3.2.1 Running the support CD ......................................... 3-2
3.2.2 Drivers menu .......................................................... 3-3
3.2.3 Utilities menu .......................................................... 3-4
3.2.4 ASUS contact information ...................................... 3-5
Chapter 4:Chapter 4:
Chapter 4:
Chapter 4:Chapter 4:
4.1 Introduction .......................................................................... 4-2
4.2 Motherboard layout .............................................................. 4-2
4.3 Jumpers ................................................................................ 4-3
4.4 Connectors ........................................................................... 4-5
Chapter 5: BIOS setupChapter 5: BIOS setup
Chapter 5: BIOS setup
Chapter 5: BIOS setupChapter 5: BIOS setup
5.1 Managing and updating your BIOS ........................................ 5-2
5.1.1 Creating a bootable floppy disk .............................. 5-2
Starting upStarting up
Starting up
Starting upStarting up
Motherboard infoMotherboard info
Motherboard info
Motherboard infoMotherboard info
5.1.2 ASUS EZ Flash utility .............................................. 5-3
5.1.3 AFUDOS utility ........................................................ 5-4
5.1.4 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 2 utility ................................ 5-6
5.1.5 ASUS Update utility ................................................ 5-8
5.2 BIOS setup program ........................................................... 5-11
5.2.1 BIOS menu screen ................................................. 5-12
5.2.2 Menu bar ............................................................... 5-12
5.2.3 Navigation keys .................................................... 5-12
5.2.4 Menu items ........................................................... 5-13
5.2.5 Sub-menu items ................................................... 5-13
5.2.6 Configuration fields .............................................. 5-13
5.2.7 Pop-up window ..................................................... 5-13
5.2.8 Scroll bar .............................................................. 5-13
5.2.9 General help .......................................................... 5-13
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5.3 Main menu .......................................................................... 5-14
5.3.1 System Time ......................................................... 5-14
5.3.2 System Date ......................................................... 5-14
5.3.3 Legacy Diskette A ................................................5-14
5.3.4 Primary, Third, and Fourth IDE Master/Slave ........ 5-15
5.3.5 IDE Configuration .................................................. 5-16
5.3.6 System Information ..............................................5-17
5.4 Advanced menu .................................................................. 5-18
5.4.1 USB Configuration................................................. 5-18
5.4.2 CPU Configuration ................................................. 5-20
5.4.3 Chipset ................................................................. 5-21
5.4.4 Onboard Devices Configuration ............................5-22
5.4.5 PCI PnP ................................................................. 5-23
5.5 Power menu ........................................................................ 5-25
5.5.1 Suspend Mode ...................................................... 5-25
5.5.2 ACPI 2.0 Support .................................................. 5-25
5.5.3 ACPI APIC Support ................................................ 5-25
5.5.4 APM Configuration ................................................ 5-26
5.5.5 Hardware Monitor ................................................. 5-27
5.6 Boot menu .......................................................................... 5-29
5.6.1 Boot Device Priority .............................................. 5-29
5.6.2 Boot Settings Configuration ................................. 5-30
5.6.3 Security ................................................................ 5-31
5.7 Exit menu ........................................................................... 5-33
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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.
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Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
WARNING!WARNING!
WARNING! The use of shielded cables for connection of the monitor to
WARNING!WARNING!
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 Canadian ICES-003.This class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
This class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
This class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.This class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian 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 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 devices into the system, carefully read all the
documentation 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.
Lithium-Ion Battery WarningLithium-Ion Battery Warning
Lithium-Ion Battery Warning
Lithium-Ion Battery WarningLithium-Ion Battery Warning
CAUTIONCAUTION
CAUTION: Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced.
CAUTIONCAUTION
Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the
manufacturer. Dispose of used batteries according to the
manufacturerís instructions.
VORSICHTVORSICHT
VORSICHT: Explosionsgetahr bei unsachgemäßen Austausch der
VORSICHTVORSICHT
Batterie. Ersatz nur durch denselben oder einem vom Hersteller
empfohlenem ähnljchen Typ. Entsorgung gebrauchter Batterien nach
Angaben des Herstellers.
LASER PRODUCT WARNINGLASER PRODUCT WARNING
LASER PRODUCT WARNING
LASER PRODUCT WARNINGLASER PRODUCT WARNING
CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCTCLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT
CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT
CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCTCLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT
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About this guide
AudienceAudience
Audience
AudienceAudience
This guide provides general information and installation instructions about
the ASUS Vintage-PE2 barebone system. This guide is intended for
experienced users and integrators with hardware knowledge of personal
computers.
How this guide is organizedHow this guide is organized
How this guide is organized
How this guide is organizedHow this guide is organized
This guide contains the following parts:
1.1.
Chapter 1: System introductionChapter 1: System introduction
1.
Chapter 1: System introduction
1.1.
Chapter 1: System introductionChapter 1: System introduction
This chapter gives a general description of the ASUS Vintage-PE2. The
chapter lists the system features including introduction on the front
and rear panel, and internal components.
2.2.
Chapter 2: Basic installationChapter 2: Basic installation
2.
Chapter 2: Basic installation
2.2.
Chapter 2: Basic installationChapter 2: Basic installation
This chapter provides step-by-step instructions on how to install
components in the system.
3.3.
Chapter 3: Starting upChapter 3: Starting up
3.
Chapter 3: Starting up
3.3.
Chapter 3: Starting upChapter 3: Starting up
This chapter helps you power up the system and install drivers and
utilities from the support CD.
4.4.
Chapter 4: Motherboard informationChapter 4: Motherboard information
4.
Chapter 4: Motherboard information
4.4.
Chapter 4: Motherboard informationChapter 4: Motherboard information
This chapter gives information about the motherboard that comes
with the system. This chapter includes the motherboard layout,
jumper settings, and connector locations.
5.5.
Chapter 5: BIOS setupChapter 5: BIOS setup
5.
Chapter 5: BIOS setup
5.5.
Chapter 5: BIOS setupChapter 5: BIOS setup
This chapter tells how to change system settings through the BIOS
Setup menus and describes the BIOS parameters.
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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
WARNING: WARNING:
WARNING: Information to prevent injury to yourself when trying to
WARNING: WARNING:
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 aid in completing a task.
NOTE: NOTE:
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 websites worldwide provide 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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Chapter 1
This chapter gives a general description of
the ASUS Vintage-PE2 barebone system. It
includes introduction on the front and rear
panel features, and the internal features.
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System introduction
1.1 Welcome!
Thank you for choosing the ASUS Vintage-PE2!
The ASUS Vintage-PE2 is an all-in-one barebone system with a versatile
home entertainment feature. The system comes in a stylish casing and is
®
powered by the ASUS motherboard that supports Intel
Pentium® 4
processors in the 775-land package.
1.2 Front panel
This section describes the front external and internal features of the ASUS
Vintage-PE2 barebone system.
ExternalExternal
External
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Optical drive bays (drive in photo not included).Optical drive bays (drive in photo not included).
1.
Optical drive bays (drive in photo not included). These
1.1.
Optical drive bays (drive in photo not included).Optical drive bays (drive in photo not included).
bays are for 5.25-inch IDE optical drives.
2.2.
Hard disk drive bay. Hard disk drive bay.
2.
Hard disk drive bay. This is for an IDE or Serial ATA hard disk
2.2.
Hard disk drive bay. Hard disk drive bay.
drive.
3.3.
Floppy disk drive. Floppy disk drive.
3.
Floppy disk drive. This drive is for a 1.44 MB, 3.5-inch floppy disk.
3.3.
Floppy disk drive. Floppy disk drive.
4.4.
Reset button.Reset button.
4.
Reset button. Press this button to reset the system.
4.4.
Reset button.Reset button.
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5.5.
HDD LED.HDD LED.
5.
HDD LED. This LED lights up when data is being read from or written
5.5.
HDD LED.HDD LED.
to the hard disk drive.
6.6.
Power button.Power button.
6.
Power button. Press this button to turn the system on or off.
6.6.
Power button.Power button.
7.7.
Headphone port.Headphone port.
7.
Headphone port. This port connects a headphone with a stereo
7.7.
Headphone port.Headphone port.
mini-plug.
8.8.
Microphone port.Microphone port.
8.
Microphone port. This Mic (pink) port connects a microphone.
8.8.
Microphone port.Microphone port.
9.9.
USB 2.0 ports. USB 2.0 ports.
9.
USB 2.0 ports. These Universal Serial Bus 2.0 (USB 2.0) ports are
9.9.
USB 2.0 ports. USB 2.0 ports.
available for connecting USB 2.0 devices such as a mouse, printer,
scanner, camera, PDA, and others.
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1.3 Rear panel
The system rear panel includes the power socket and several I/O ports that
allow convenient connection of devices.
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PS/2 mouse port. PS/2 mouse port.
1.
PS/2 mouse port. This green 6-pin connector is for a PS/2 mouse.
1.1.
PS/2 mouse port. PS/2 mouse port.
2.2.
PS/2 keyboard port.PS/2 keyboard port.
2.
PS/2 keyboard port. This purple 6-pin connector is for a PS/2
2.2.
PS/2 keyboard port.PS/2 keyboard port.
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3.3.
VGA port.VGA port.
3.
VGA port. This port connects a VGA monitor.
3.3.
VGA port.VGA port.
4.4.
USB 2.0 ports.USB 2.0 ports.
4.
USB 2.0 ports. These Universal Serial Bus 2.0 (USB 2.0) ports are
4.4.
USB 2.0 ports.USB 2.0 ports.
available for connecting USB 2.0 devices such as a mouse, printer,
scanner, camera, PDA, and others.
5.5.
Microphone port. Microphone port.
5.
Microphone port. This Microphone (pink) port connects a
5.5.
Microphone port. Microphone port.
microphone. In 4/6-channel mode, the function of this port becomes
Surround Speaker.
6.6.
Line Out port. Line Out port.
6.
Line Out port. This Line Out (lime) port connects a headphone or a
6.6.
Line Out port. Line Out port.
speaker. In 4/6-channel mode, the function of this port becomes
Front Speaker Out.
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Line In port.Line In port.
7.
Line In port. This Line In (light blue) port connects a tape player or
7.7.
Line In port.Line In port.
other audio sources. In 6-channel mode, the function of this port
becomes Low Frequency Enhanced Output/Center.
Refer to the audio configuration table on the next page for the function
of the audio ports in 2, 4, or 6-channel configuration.
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Audio ports function variationAudio ports function variation
Audio ports function variation
Audio ports function variationAudio ports function variation
PortPort
Port
PortPort
Light Blue Line In No function LFE Output*/Center
Lime Line Out Front Speaker Out Front Speaker Out
Pink Mic In Surround Surround
* Low Frequency Enhanced Output* Low Frequency Enhanced Output
* Low Frequency Enhanced Output
* Low Frequency Enhanced Output* Low Frequency Enhanced Output
8.8.
Power socket.Power socket.
8.
Power socket. This socket connects the power cable and plug.
8.8.
Power socket.Power socket.
9.9.
Power supply unit fan vent.Power supply unit fan vent.
9.
Power supply unit fan vent. This vent is for the PSU fan that
9.9.
Power supply unit fan vent.Power supply unit fan vent.
Headphone/2-ChannelHeadphone/2-Channel
Headphone/2-Channel
Headphone/2-ChannelHeadphone/2-Channel
4-Channel4-Channel
4-Channel
4-Channel4-Channel
6-Channel6-Channel
6-Channel
6-Channel6-Channel
provides ventilation inside the power supply unit.
10.10.
Parallel port. Parallel port.
10.
Parallel port. This 25-pin port connects a printer, scanner, or other
10.10.
Parallel port. Parallel port.
devices.
11.11.
Chassis fan vent.Chassis fan vent.
11.
Chassis fan vent. This vent is for the fan that provides ventilation
11.11.
Chassis fan vent.Chassis fan vent.
inside the system chassis.
12.12.
LAN (RJ-45) port.LAN (RJ-45) port.
12.
LAN (RJ-45) port. This port allows connection to a Local Area
12.12.
LAN (RJ-45) port.LAN (RJ-45) port.
Network (LAN) through a network hub.
13.13.
Expansion slots. Expansion slots.
13.
Expansion slots. You can insert expansion boards into these slots
13.13.
Expansion slots. Expansion slots.
to add memory and graphics capabilities to the system.
Voltage SelectorVoltage Selector
Voltage Selector
Voltage SelectorVoltage Selector
The switching power supply that came with the system has a voltage
selector switch below the power socket. Use this switch to select the
appropriate voltage according to the voltage supply in your area.
If the voltage supply in your area is 100-127 V, set the switch to 115 V.
If the voltage supply in your area is 200-240 V, set the switch to 230 V.
Setting the switch to 115 V in a 230 V environment will seriously
damage the system!
115 V/230 V115 V/230 V
115 V/230 V
115 V/230 V115 V/230 V
VoltageVoltage
Voltage
VoltageVoltage
selectorselector
selector
selectorselector
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1.4 Internal components
The figure below shows the internal view of the system when you remove
the side plate. The standard components already installed in the system
and the locations of the available drive bays are pointed out.
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1. PFC power supply
2. Motherboard
3. Optical drive bays
4. Hard disk drive bay
5. 3.5” Floppy drive bay
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Chapter 2
This chapter provides step-by-step
instructions on how to install components
into the barebone system.
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2.1 Preparation
Before you proceed, make sure that you have all the components that you
plan to install in the system.
Basic components to installBasic components to install
Basic components to install
Basic components to installBasic components to install
1. Central processing unit (CPU)
2. DDR Dual Inline Memory Module (DIMM)
3. Expansion card(s)
4. Hard disk drive (s)
5. Optical drive(s)
6. Floppy disk drive
ToolTool
Tool
ToolTool
Phillips (cross) screw driver
2.2 Before you proceed
Take note of the following precautions before you install components into
the system.
• 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.
The motherboard comes with an onboard standby power LED. This LED
lights up to indicate that the system is ON, in sleep mode or in soft-off
mode, and not powered OFF. Unplug the power cable from the power outlet
and make sure that the standby power LED is OFF before installing any
system component.
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Standby
Power
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OFF
Powered
Off
2.3 Removing the side plates and front cover
The system has two chassis side plates, each one secured by two screws
located on the rear panel.
To remove the chassis side plate:
1. Locate two screws on the side
plate. Turn each screw
counterclockwise to release
the side cover. Set the screws
aside.
2. Slide the side panel for about
half an inch toward the rear
until it disengages from the
chassis.
3. Repeat steps 1 and 2 to
remove the other side plate.
ScrewScrew
Screw
ScrewScrew
4. Release the side lock tabs from
the side rail.
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Side lock tab
Side lock tabSide lock tab
Side railSide rail
Side rail
Side railSide rail
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5. Swing the left edge of the
front panel outward.
6. Unhook the hinge-like tabs
from the holes on the right
side of the front panel to
completely detach the front
panel assembly from the
chassis.
Hinge-like tabHinge-like tab
Hinge-like tab
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2.4 Installing a CPU
The motherboard comes with a surface mount LGA775 socket designed for
the Intel® Pentium® 4 processor in the 775-land package.
• Your boxed Intel® Pentium® 4 LGA775 processor package should
come with installation instructions for the CPU, heatsink, and the
retention mechanism. If the instructions in this section do not match
the CPU documentation, follow the latter.
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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.
2.4.12.4.1
2.4.1
2.4.12.4.1
Installing the CPUInstalling the CPU
Installing the CPU
Installing the CPUInstalling the CPU
To install a CPU:
1. Locate the CPU socket on the motherboard.
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.
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3. Lift the load lever in the
direction of the arrow to a 135º
angle.
4. Lift the load plate with your
thumb and forefinger to a
100º angle (A), then push
the PnP cap from the load
plate window to remove (B).
B
A
5. Position the CPU over
the socket, making
sure that the gold
triangle is on the
bottom-left corner of
the socket. The
socket alignment key
should fit into the
CPU notch.
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!
Load plateLoad plate
Load plate
Load plateLoad plate
Alignment keyAlignment key
Alignment key
Alignment keyAlignment key
Gold triangle markGold triangle mark
Gold triangle mark
Gold triangle markGold triangle mark
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6. Close the load plate (A), then
push the load lever (B) until
it snaps into the retention
tab.
A
B
Notes on IntelNotes on Intel
Notes on Intel
Notes on IntelNotes on Intel
• This motherboard supports Intel® Pentium® 4 CPUs in the 775-land
• Hyper-Threading Technology is supported under Windows
• Installing Windows
• Make sure to enable the Hyper-Threading Technology item in BIOS
• For more information on Hyper-Threading Technology, visit
®
Hyper-Threading Technology Hyper-Threading Technology
Hyper-Threading Technology
Hyper-Threading Technology Hyper-Threading Technology
package with Hyper-Threading Technology.
®
XP and
Linux 2.4.x (kernel) and later versions only. Under Linux, use the
Hyper-Threading compiler to compile the code. If you are using any
other operating systems, disable the Hyper-Threading Technology
item in the BIOS to ensure system stability and performance.
®
XP Service Pack 1 or later version is recommended.
before installing a supported operating system.
www.intel.com/info/hyperthreading.
To use the Hyper-Threading Technology on this motherboard:
®
1. Install an Intel
Pentium® 4 CPU that supports Hyper-Threading
Technology.
2. Power up the system and enter the BIOS Setup (see Chapter 5: BIOS
setup). Under the Advanced Menu, make sure that the item
Hyper-Threading Technology is set to Enabled. The item appears only
if you installed a CPU that supports Hyper-Threading Technology.
3. Reboot the computer.
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2.4.2
2.4.22.4.2
Installing the CPU fan and heatsinkInstalling the CPU fan and heatsink
Installing the CPU fan and heatsink
Installing the CPU fan and heatsinkInstalling the CPU fan and heatsink
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.
To install the CPU fan and heatsink assembly:
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
B
A
A
B
B
A
3. Connect the CPU fan cable to the connector on the motherboard
labeled CPU_FAN1.
CPU_FAN1
®
GND
CPU FAN PWR
CPU FAN IN
CPU FAN PWM
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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2.4.3
2.4.32.4.3
Uninstalling the CPU fan and heatsinkUninstalling the CPU fan and heatsink
Uninstalling the CPU fan and heatsink
Uninstalling the CPU fan and heatsinkUninstalling the CPU fan and heatsink
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
B
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4. Carefully remove the heatsink
and fan assembly from the
motherboard.
5. Rotate each fastener clockwise
to ensure correct orientation
when reinstalling.
The narrow end of the
groove should point
outward after resetting.
(The photo shows the
groove shaded for
emphasis.)
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Narrow end of the groove
Narrow end of the grooveNarrow end of the groove
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2.5 Installing system memory
The system may come with four Double Data Rate (DDR) Dual Inline
Memory Module(s) (DIMM) sockets. These sockets support up to 4 GB
system memory using unbuffered ECC or non-ECC PC2700/1600/2100
DIMMs.
DIMM_B2
184-pin DDR DIMM sockets
Make sure to use only identical, ASUS-certified memory modules. Visit
www.asus.com for the latest Qualified Vendors List.
2.5.12.5.1
2.5.1
2.5.12.5.1
Memory configurationsMemory configurations
Memory configurations
Memory configurationsMemory configurations
DIMM_A2
DIMM_A1
®
DIMM_B1
You may install up to 4 GB system memory using 256 MB, 512 MB, and
1 GB DDR DIMMs.
• Installing DDR DIMMS other than the recommended configurations
may cause memory sizing error or system boot failure. Use any of
the recommended configurations in the table on the next page.
• For dual-channel configuration, the total size of memory module(s)
installed per channel must be the same (DIMM_A1 + DIMM_B1 =
DIMM_A2 + 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. Refer to the DDR Qualified Vendors List on
the next page for details.
• Due to chipset resource allocation, the system may detect less than
4 GB system memory when you installed four 1 GB DDR memory
modules.
• This motherboard does not support memory modules made up of
128 Mb chips or double sided x16 memory modules.
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Recommended memory configurationsRecommended memory configurations
Recommended memory configurations
Recommended memory configurationsRecommended memory configurations
ChannelChannel
Channel
ChannelChannel
Channel AChannel A
Channel A
Channel AChannel A
Channel BChannel B
Channel B
Channel BChannel B
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512 MB SAMSUNG M368L6423ETN-CB3 SAMSUNG DS K4H560838E-TCB3 2.5 • • •
256 MB MICRON MT8VDDT3264AG-335CA MICRON SS MT46V32M8TG-6TC 2.5 • • •
512 MB MICRON MT16VDDT6464AG-335CA MICRON DS MT46V32M8TG-6TC 2.5 • • •
256 MB CORSAIR VS256MB333 VALUE seLecT SS VS32M8-6 2.5 • • •
512 MB CORSAIR VS512MB333 VALUE seLecT DS VS32M8-6 N/A • • •
256 MB KINGSTON KVR333X64C25/256 KINGSTON SS D3208DH1T-6 2.5 • • •
512 MB KINGSTON KVR333X64C25/512 KINGSTON DS D3208DH1T-6 2.5 • • •
256 MB Transcend TS32MLD64V3F5 SAMSUNG SS K4H560838F-TCCC N/A • • •
512 MB TwinMOS M2G5J16AJATT5F081AA4T TwinMOS DS TMD7608F8E60D 2.5 •
256 MB elixir M2U25664DS88C3G-6K elixir SS N2DS25680CT-6K 2.5 • • •
512 MB elixir M2U51264DS8HC1G-6K elixir DS N2DS25680CT-6K 2.5 • • •
256 MB Veritech VT333FMV/2561103 VT SS VT56DD32M8PC-6 2.5 • •
512 MB Veritech VT333FMV/5121103 VT DS VT56DD32M8PC-6 2.5 • • •
256 MB NANYA NT256D64S88C0G-6K HANYA SS NT5DS32M8CT-6K 2.5 • • •
512 MB NANYA NT512D64S8HC0G-6K HANYA DS NT5DS32M8CT-6K 2.5 • • •
256 MB NANYA NT256D64SH4B0G-6K HANYA SS NT5DS32M16BT-6K 2.5 • • •
512 MB NANYA NT512D64S88B0G-6K HANYA SS NT5DS64M8BT-6K 2.5 • • •
256 MB Aeneon AED560UD00-600C88X Aeneon SS AED83T600 2.5 • • •
DIMM_A1 and DIMM_B1DIMM_A1 and DIMM_B1
DIMM_A1 and DIMM_B1
DIMM_A1 and DIMM_B1DIMM_A1 and DIMM_B1
DIMM_A2 and DIMM_B2DIMM_A2 and DIMM_B2
DIMM_A2 and DIMM_B2
DIMM_A2 and DIMM_B2DIMM_A2 and DIMM_B2
ModelModel
Model
ModelModel
SocketsSockets
Sockets
SocketsSockets
Brand Side(s)Brand Side(s)
Brand Side(s)
Brand Side(s)Brand Side(s)
ColorColor
Color
ColorColor
BlueBlue
Blue
BlueBlue
BlackBlack
Black
BlackBlack
ComponentComponent
Component
ComponentComponent
DIMM support DIMM support
DIMM support
DIMM support DIMM support
CLCL
CL
CLCL
AA
A
AA
BB
CC
B
C
BB
CC
SSSS
S S - Single-sided
SSSS
DIMM support:DIMM support:
DIMM support:
DIMM support:DIMM support:
A A
A - supports one module inserted into either slot, in a Single-channel memory
A A
DSDS
D S - Double-sided
DSDS
CLCL
C L- CAS Latency
CLCL
configuration.
BB
B - supports one pair of modules inserted into either the blue slots or the black
BB
slots as one pair of Dual-channel memory configuration.
C C
C - supports four modules inserted into the blue and black slots as two pairs of
C C
Dual-channel memory configuration.
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DDR (400 MHz) Qualified Vendors List
DDR (400 MHz) Qualified Vendors ListDDR (400 MHz) Qualified Vendors List
SizeSize
Size
SizeSize
256MB KINGSTON KVR400X64C3A/256 Hynix SS HY5DU56822BT-D43 –
512MB KINGSTON KVR400X64C3A/512 Hynix DS HY5DU56822BT-D43 –
256MB KINGSTON KVR400X64C3A/256 Infineon SS HYB25D256800BT-5B –
512MB KINGSTON KVR400X64C3A/512 Infineon DS HYB25D256809BT-5B –
256MB KINGSTON KVR400X64C3A/256 KINGSTON SS D3208DL2T-5 –
512MB KINGSTON KHX3200A/512 – DS – 3
1024MB KINGSTON KVR400X64C3A/1G – DS HYB25D512800BE-5B 3
256MB SAMSUNG M368L3223ETM-CCC SAMSUNG SS K4H560838E-TCCC –
512MB SAMSUNG M368L6423FTN-CCC SAMSUNG DS K4H560838F-TCCC 4
256MB MICRON MT8VDDT3264AG-40BCB MICRON SS MT46V32M8TG-5BC –
512MB MICRON MT16VDDT6464AG-40BCB MICRON DS MT46V32M8TG-5BC –
256MB Infineon HYS64D32300HU-5-C Infineon SS HYB25D256800CE-5C 3
512MB Infineon HYS64D64320HU-5-C Infineon DS HYB25D256800CE-5C –
256MB Infineon HYS64D32301HU-5-C Infineon SS HYB25D512160CE-5C 3
512MB Infineon HYS64D64300HU-5-C Infineon SS HYB25D512800CE-5C 3
1024MB Infineon HYS64D128320HU-5-C Infineon DS HYB25D512800CE-5B 3
256MB CORSAIR CMX256A-3200C2PT Winbond SS W942508BH-5 2
512MB CORSAIR VS512MB400 VALUE seLecT DS VS32M8-5 2.5
1024MB CORSAIR TWINX2048-3200C2 – DS – –
256MB Hynix HYMD232645D8J-D43 Hynix SS HY5DU56822DT-D43 3
512MB Hynix HYMD264646D8J-D43 Hynix DS HY5DU56822DT-D43 3
256MB TwinMOS M2G9I08AIATT9F081AADT TwinMOS SS TMD7608F8E50D 2.5
512MB TwinMOS M2G9J16AJATT9F081AADT TwinMOS DS TMD7608F8E50D 2.5
256MB TwinMOS M2G9I08A8ATT9F081AADT TwinMOS SS TMD7608F8E50D 2.5
512MB TwinMOS M2G9J16A8ATT9F081AADT TwinMOS DS TMD7608F8E50D 2.5
256MB Transcend TS32MLD64V4F3 SAMSUNG SS K4H560838F-TCCC 3
512MB Transcend TS64MLD64V4F3 SAMSUNG DS K4H560838F-TCCC 3
1024MB Transcend TS128MLD64V4J SAMSUNG DS K4H510838B-TCCC 3
256MB Apacer 77.10636.33G Infineon SS HYB25D256800CE-5C 3
512MB Apacer 77.10736.33G Infineon DS HYB25D256800CE-5C 3
256MB Apacer 77.10639.60G ProMOS SS V58C2256804SCT5B 2.5
512MB Apacer 77.10739.60G ProMOS DS V58C2256804SCT5B 2.5
256MB A DATA MDOSS6F3G31Y0K1E0Z SAMSUNG SS K4H560838E-TCCC 3
512MB A DATA MDOSS6F3H41Y0N1E0Z SAMSUNG DS K4H560838F-TCCC 3
256MB A DATA MDOHY6F3G31Y0N1E0Z Hynix SS HY5DU56822CT-D43 3
512MB A DATA MDOHY6F3H41Y0N1E0Z Hynix DS HY5DU56822CT-D43 3
256MB A DATA MDOAD5F3G31Y0D1E02 – SS ADD8608A8A-5B 2.5
512MB A DATA MDOAD5F3H41Y0D1E02 – DS ADD8608A8A-5B 2.5
256MB Winbond W9425GCDB-5 Winbond SS W942508CH-5 3
512MB Winbond W9451GCDB-5 Winbond DS W942508CH-5 –
256MB PSC AL5D8B53T-5B1K PSC SS A2S56D30BTP 2.5
512MB PSC AL6D8B53T-5B1K PSC DS A2S56D30BTP 2.5
256MB KINGMAX MPXB62D-38KT3R – SS KDL388P4LA-50 –
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DIMM support
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512MB KINGMAX MPXC22D-38KT3R – DS KDL388P4LA-50 –
256MB NANYA NT256D64S88C0G-5T – SS NT5DS32M8CT-5T 3
512MB NANYA NT512D64S8HC0G-5T – DS NT5DS32M8CT-5T 3
256MB NANYA NT256D64SH4B0G-5T – SS NT5DS32M16BT-5T 3
512MB NANYA NT512D64S88B0G-5T – DS NT5DS64M8BT-5T 3
256MB BRAIN POWER B6U808-256M-SAM-400 SAMSUNG SS K4H560838D-TCC4 –
512MB BRAIN POWER B6U808-512M-SAM-400 SAMSUNG DS K4H560838D-TCC4 –
256MB CENTURY DXV6S8SSCCE3K27E SAMSUNG SS K4H560838E-TCCC –
512MB CENTURY DXV2S8SSCCE3K27E SAMSUNG DS K4H560838E-TCCC –
256MB CENTURY DXV6S8EL5BM3T27C – SS DD2508AMTA –
512MB CENTURY DXV2S8EL5BM3T27C – DS DD2508AMTA –
256MB elixir M2U25664DS88C3G-5T – SS N2DS25680CT-5T –
512MB elixir M2U51264DS8HC1G-5T – DS N2DS25680CT-5T –
256MB Kreton – VT SS VT3225804T-5 –
512MB Kreton – VT DS VT3225804T-5 –
256MB Veritech VT400FMV/2561103 VT SS VT56DD32M8PC-5 3
512MB Veritech VT400FMV/5121003 VT DS VT56DD32M8PC-5 3
256MB Pmi MD44256VIT3208GMHA01 MOSEL SS V58C2256804SAT5B 2.5
512MB Pmi MD44512VIT3208GATA03 MOSEL DS V58C2256804SAT5B 2.5
256MB ProMOS V826632K24SCTG-D0 – SS V58C2256804SCT5B 2.5
512MB ProMOS V826664K24SCTG-D0 – DS V58C2256804SCT5B 2.5
256MB Deutron AL5D8C53T-5B1T PSC SS A2S56D30CTP 2.5
512MB Deutron AL6D8C53T-5B1T PSC DS A2S56D30CTP 2.5
256MB GEIL GL5123200DC – SS GL3LC32G88TG-35 –
512MB GEIL GL1GB3200DC – DS GL3LC32G88TG-35 –
256MB GEIL GLX2563200UP – SS GL3LC32G88TG-5A –
256MB GEIL GD3200-512DC – SS WLCSP Package –
256MB crucial BL3264Z402.8TG Ballistix SS – 2
512MB crucial BL6464Z402.16TG Ballistix DS – 2
256MB Novax 96M425653CE-40TB6 CEON SS C2S56D30TP-5 2.5
512MB Novax 96M451253CE-40TB6 CEON DS C2S56D30TP-5 2.5
256MB Aeneon AED560UD00-500C88X Aeneon SS AED83T500 3
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A A
DSDS
D S - Double-sided
DSDS
CLCL
C L- CAS Latency
CLCL
configuration.
BB
B - supports one pair of modules inserted into either the blue slots or the black
BB
slots as one pair of Dual-channel memory configuration.
C C
C - supports four modules inserted into the blue and black slots as two pairs of
C C
Dual-channel memory configuration.
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2.5.2
2.5.22.5.2
Installing a DIMMInstalling a DIMM
Installing a DIMM
Installing a DIMMInstalling a DIMM
Make sure to unplug the power supply before adding or removing DIMMs
or other system components. Failure to do so may cause severe damage
to both the motherboard and the components.
1. Unlock a DIMM socket by
pressing the retaining clips
outward.
2. Align a DIMM on the socket such
that the notch on the DIMM
matches the break on the
socket.
2
DDR DIMM notchDDR DIMM notch
DDR DIMM notch
DDR DIMM notchDDR DIMM notch
1
1
Unlocked retaining clipUnlocked retaining clip
Unlocked retaining clip
Unlocked retaining clipUnlocked retaining clip
A DDR DIMM is keyed with a notch so that it fits in only one direction.
DO NOT force a DIMM into a socket to avoid damaging the DIMM.
3. Firmly insert the DIMM into the
socket until the retaining clips
snap back in place and the DIMM
is properly seated.
2.5.32.5.3
2.5.3
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Removing a DIMMRemoving a DIMM
Removing a DIMM
Removing a DIMMRemoving a DIMM
To remove a DIMM:
1. Simultaneously press the
retaining clips outward to unlock
the DIMM.
Locked Retaining ClipLocked Retaining Clip
Locked Retaining Clip
Locked Retaining ClipLocked Retaining Clip
2
1
Support the DIMM lightly with your fingers when pressing the retaining
clips. The DIMM might get damaged when it flips out with extra force.
2. Remove the DIMM from the socket.
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DDR DIMM notchDDR DIMM notch
DDR DIMM notch
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2.6 Installing an expansion card
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.
2.6.12.6.1
2.6.1
2.6.12.6.1
PCI slotsPCI slots
PCI slots
PCI slotsPCI slots
The PCI slots support cards such as a
LAN card, SCSI card, USB card, and
other cards that comply with PCI
specifications. The figure shows a
LAN card installed on a PCI slot.
PCI Express x16 slotPCI Express x16 slot
PCI Express x16 slot
PCI Express x16 slotPCI Express x16 slot
This motherboard supports PCI
Express x16 graphic cards that
comply with the PCI Express
specifications. The figure shows a
graphics card installed on the PCI
Express x16 slot.
Expansion slotsExpansion slots
Expansion slots
Expansion slotsExpansion slots
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AGP slotAGP slot
AGP slot
AGP slotAGP slot
The AGP slot supports AGP 8x cards. When you buy an AGP card, make
sure that you ask for one with 1.5 V specification.
®
Accelerated Graphics Port (AGP )
Install only +1. 5V AGP cards. The motherboard does not support 3.3 V
AGP cards.
Make sure to unplug the power cord before adding or removing
expansion cards. Failure to do so may cause you physical injury and
damage the motherboard.
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2.6.22.6.2
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2.6.22.6.2
Expansion card installationExpansion card installation
Expansion card installation
Expansion card installationExpansion card installation
To install an expansion card:
1. Lay the chassis on a stable
surface.
2. Remove the metal cover
opposite the slot that you wish
to use.
3. Align the card golden fingers
to the slot and its metal
bracket to the slot opening on
the chassis.
4. Press the card firmly until it is
properly seated on the slot.
5. Secure the card to the chassis
with a bracket screw.
Metal coverMetal cover
Metal cover
Metal coverMetal cover
PCI slotsPCI slots
PCI slots
PCI slotsPCI slots
PCI ExpressPCI Express
PCI Express
PCI ExpressPCI Express
x16 slotx16 slot
x16 slot
x16 slotx16 slot
AGP slotAGP slot
AGP slot
AGP slotAGP slot
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2.6.32.6.3
Configuring an expansion cardConfiguring an expansion card
Configuring an expansion card
Configuring an expansion cardConfiguring an expansion card
After installing the expansion card, configure it by adjusting the software
settings.
1. Turn on the system and change the necessary BIOS settings, if any.
See Chapter 5 for information on BIOS setup.
2. Assign an IRQ to the card. Refer to the tables below.
3. Install the software drivers for the expansion card.
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Standard interrupt assignmentsStandard interrupt assignments
Standard interrupt assignments
Standard interrupt assignmentsStandard interrupt assignments
IRQIRQ
IRQ
IRQIRQ
0 1 System Timer
1 2 Keyboard Controller
4 8 Intel® 82801 FB/FBM SMBus Controller - 266A
6 9 Floppy Disk Controller
7 10 Printer Port (LPT1)*
8 3 System CMOS/Real Time Clock
9 4 Microsoft® ACPI-Compliant System
12 5 PS/2 Compatible Mouse Port*
13 6 Numeric Data Processor
14 7 Primary IDE Channel
* These IRQs are usually available for ISA or PCI devices.* These IRQs are usually available for ISA or PCI devices.
* These IRQs are usually available for ISA or PCI devices.
* These IRQs are usually available for ISA or PCI devices.* These IRQs are usually available for ISA or PCI devices.
IRQ assignments for this motherboardIRQ assignments for this motherboard
IRQ assignments for this motherboard
IRQ assignments for this motherboardIRQ assignments for this motherboard
PCI slot 1 — — — — — used — —
PCI slot 2 — — — — — — used —
PCI Express x16 slot shared — — — — — — —
PCI Express x1 slot1 — shared — — — — — —
Onboard USB controller 1 — — — — — — — shared
Onboard USB controller 2 — — — shared — — — —
Onboard USB controller 3 — — shared — — — — —
Onboard USB controller 4 shared — — — — — — —
Onboard USB 2.0 controller — — — — — — — shared
Onboard Azalia Audio shared — — — — — — —
Onboard IDE Controller — — shared — — — — —
Onboard SATA Controller — — — shared — — — —
Onboard LAN — — — — shared — — —
PriorityPriority
Priority
PriorityPriority
Standard FunctionStandard Function
Standard Function
Standard FunctionStandard Function
AA
A
AA
BB
B
BB
CC
C
CC
DD
D
DD
EE
E
EE
FF
F
FF
GG
G
GG
HH
H
HH
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“Share IRQ” or that the cards do not need IRQ assignments; otherwise,
conflicts will arise between the two PCI groups, making the system
unstable and the card inoperable.
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2.7 Installing an optical drive
Refer to the instructions in this section to install an optical drive(s) or
5.25-inch storage devices.
•
You can install an additional optical drive only if you use Serial ATA
hard disk drives.
•
You cannot use the optical drive if you install two IDE hard disk
drives.
To install an optical drive:
1. Place the chassis upright.
2. Remove the side plate and
front cover. Refer to section
2.3 for details.
3. Remove the drive bay plate
covers by releasing the lock
tabs.
3
3
3
3
4. Insert the optical drive into the
upper 5.25-inch drive bay.
5. Carefully push the optical drive
into the bay until its screw
holes align with the holes on
the bay as shown.
4
5 5
Optical drive screw holesOptical drive screw holes
Optical drive screw holes
Optical drive screw holesOptical drive screw holes
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6. Secure the optical drive with
two screws on each side of the
bay.
7. Connect a power cable from
the power supply to the power
connector at the back of the
optical drive.
8. Connect the black interface of
the IDE ribbon cable to the IDE
interface at the back of the
optical drive, matching the red
stripe on the cable with Pin 1
on the IDE interface.
6 6
7
8
9
9. Connect one end of the audio
cable to the 4-pin connector at
the back of the optical drive.
10. Connect the blue interface of
the IDE ribbon cable to the
primary IDE connector (blue
connector labeled PRI_IDE1)
on the motherboard.
11. Connect the other end of the
audio cable to the black 4-pin
connector labeled CD1 on the
motherboard.
Audio cableAudio cable
Audio cable
Audio cableAudio cable
IDE ribbon cableIDE ribbon cable
IDE ribbon cable
IDE ribbon cableIDE ribbon cable
Red stripe to pin 1Red stripe to pin 1
Red stripe to pin 1
Red stripe to pin 1Red stripe to pin 1
CD1 connectorCD1 connector
CD1 connector
CD1 connectorCD1 connector
Power cable (P1)Power cable (P1)
Power cable (P1)
Power cable (P1)Power cable (P1)
PRI_IDE1PRI_IDE1
PRI_IDE1
PRI_IDE1PRI_IDE1
connectorconnector
connector
connectorconnector
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2.8 Installing a hard disk drive
Refer to this section for instructions on how to install up to four Serial ATA
hard disk drives and/or one 3.5-inch IDE hard disk drive (HDD). One
3.5-inch bay is right under the 5.25-inch bay. The following figures show
the internal and external views of the HDD bay location. Three Serial ATA
hard disk bays are located under the floppy disk drive bay.
External viewExternal view
External view
Internal viewInternal view
Internal view
Internal viewInternal view
External viewExternal view
IDE/Serial ATA HDD bayIDE/Serial ATA HDD bay
IDE/Serial ATA HDD bay
IDE/Serial ATA HDD bayIDE/Serial ATA HDD bay
Serial ATA HDD baysSerial ATA HDD bays
Serial ATA HDD bays
Serial ATA HDD baysSerial ATA HDD bays
To install a Serial ATA hard disk drive:
1. Remove the knock-down plate
cover using a Phillips screw
driver.
2. Place the chassis upright.
3. With the HDD label side up,
carefully insert the drive into
the 3.5-inch bay.
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4. Push the drive into the bay
until its screw holes align with
the holes on the bay.
5. Secure the drive with two
screws on each side of the
bay.
4 4
HDD screw holesHDD screw holes
HDD screw holes
HDD screw holesHDD screw holes
5 5
6. Connect one end of the Serial
ATA cable to the SATA
connector at the back of the
drive.
6
7
7. Connect a 15-pin Serial ATA power plug from the power supply unit to
the power connector at the back of the drive.
- OR -- OR -
- OR -
- OR -- OR -
Connect a 4-pin (female) power plug from the power supply unit to
the 4-pin (male) power connector at the back of the drive.
If your Serial ATA HDD has both 4-pin and 15-pin connectors at the
back, use either the 15-pin SATA power adapter plug
4-pin power connector.
components and to keep the system from becoming unstable.
DO NOTDO NOT
D O N O T use both to prevent damage to
DO NOTDO NOT
OROR
O R the legacy
OROR
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8. Connect the other end of the
Serial ATA cable to a Serial
ATA connector on the
motherboard.
To install an IDE hard disk drive:
1. Follow steps 1-5 of the
previous section.
2. Connect the blue interface of
the IDE ribbon cable to the
primary IDE connector (blue
connector labeled PRI_IDE1)
on the motherboard.
Serial ATASerial ATA
Serial ATA
Serial ATASerial ATA
connectorsconnectors
connectors
connectorsconnectors
3. Connect the gray interface of
the IDE ribbon cable to the IDE
connector on the drive.
4. Connect a 4-pin power plug from
the power supply unit to the
power connector at the back of
the drive.
PRI_IDE1PRI_IDE1
PRI_IDE1
PRI_IDE1PRI_IDE1
connectorconnector
connector
connectorconnector
4
3
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2.9 Installing a floppy disk drive
The barebone system comes with one 3.25-inch drive bay for a floppy disk
drive.
To install a floppy disk drive:
1. Remove the front panel cover.
For instructions on how to remove the front panel cover, refer to section
“2.3 Removing the side plates and front panel cover” on page 2-3 for
details.
2. Carefully insert the floppy disk
drive into the floppy drive bay.
3. Push the optical drive into the
bay until its screw holes align
with the holes on the bay as
shown.
3. Secure the floppy disk drive
with two screws.
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4. Connect the floppy disk drive
signal cable to the signal
connector at the back of the
drive.
5. Connect a power cable from
the power supply unit to the
power connector at the back of
the floppy disk drive.
6. Connect the other end of the
signal cable to the floppy disk
drive connector (FLOPPY1) on
the motherboard.
4
5
FLOPPY1FLOPPY1
FLOPPY1
FLOPPY1FLOPPY1
connectorconnector
connector
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2.10 Replacing the side plates and front cover
After you have installed all the internal components and you have
connected all the necessary cables, you are now ready to put the system
back together.
1. Hook the hinge-like tabs to the
holes on the right side of the
front panel to attach the front
panel assembly to the chassis.
2. Swing the front panel inward.
Hinge-like tabHinge-like tab
Hinge-like tab
Hinge-like tabHinge-like tab
3. Snap the side lock tabs to the
metal railing.
Side lock tabSide lock tab
Side lock tab
Side lock tabSide lock tab
Side railSide rail
Side rail
Side railSide rail
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4. Fit the rail tabs on the side
plate into the locking tab holes
in the chassis.
LockingLocking
Locking
LockingLocking
tab holetab hole
tab hole
tab holetab hole
Rail tabRail tab
Rail tab
Rail tabRail tab
5. Firmly push the side plate from
the rear until it fits the chassis
completely.
The locking tabs snap into the
hole on the chassis to indicate
that the side plate is in place.
6. Lock the side plate with the
screws on the rear panel.
Repeat steps 4 ~ 6 to replace
the other side plate.
ScrewScrew
Screw
ScrewScrew
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2.11 Connecting external devices
The figure below shows the specific connectors and devices that you can
connect to the rear panel ports.
PS/2PS/2
PS/2
PS/2PS/2
KBKB
KB
KBKB
VGAVGA
VGA
VGAVGA
USBUSB
USB
USBUSB
LineLine
Line
LineLine
OutOut
Out
OutOut
ACAC
AC
ACAC
PS/2PS/2
PS/2
PS/2PS/2
MouseMouse
Mouse
MouseMouse
ParallelParallel
Parallel
ParallelParallel
RJ-45RJ-45
RJ-45
RJ-45RJ-45
MicMic
Mic
MicMic
LineLine
Line
LineLine
InIn
In
InIn
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Chapter 3
This chapter helps you power up your
system and install drivers and utilities that
came with the support CD.
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3.1 Installing an operating system
This motherboard supports Windows® 2000/XP operating system (OS).
Always install the latest OS version and corresponding updates so you can
maximize the features of your hardware.
Because motherboard settings and hardware options vary, use the setup
procedures presented in this chapter for general reference only. Refer to
your OS documentation for more information.
3.2 Support CD information
The support CD that came with the motherboard contains useful software
and several utility drivers that enhance the motherboard features.
The contents of the support CD are subject to change at any time
without notice. Visit the ASUS website for updates.
3.2.13.2.1
3.2.1
3.2.13.2.1
Running the support CDRunning the support CD
Running the support CD
Running the support CDRunning the support CD
To begin using the support CD, simply insert the CD into your CD-ROM
drive. The CD automatically displays the
Drivers Drivers
Drivers menu if Autorun is
Drivers Drivers
enabled in your computer. Click on an item to install.
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Autorun Autorun
If
Autorun is NOT enabled in your computer, browse the contents of
Autorun Autorun
the support CD to locate the file ASSETUP.EXE from the BIN folder.
Double-click the
ASSETUP.EXEASSETUP.EXE
ASSETUP.EXE to run the CD.
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The drivers menu shows the available device drivers if the system detects
installed devices. Install the necessary drivers to activate the devices.
QFE UpdateQFE Update
QFE Update
QFE UpdateQFE Update
Installs the Quick Fix Engineering (QFE) driver updates.
Intel Chipset Inf Update ProgramIntel Chipset Inf Update Program
Intel Chipset Inf Update Program
Intel Chipset Inf Update ProgramIntel Chipset Inf Update Program
This item installs the Intel® Chipset INF Update Program. This driver enables
Plug-n-Play INF support for the Intel® chipset components on the
motherboard. When installed to the target system, this driver provides the
method for configuring the chipset components.
You can install this utility using three different modes: interactive, silent, or
unattended preload. Installing the driver in interactive mode requires user
input during installation. User input is not required when installing the driver
in silent or unattended preload modes. Refer to the online help or readme
file that came with the utility for details.
SoundMAX Audio DriverSoundMAX Audio Driver
SoundMAX Audio Driver
SoundMAX Audio DriverSoundMAX Audio Driver
Executes the wizard to install the SoundMAC
When the phone jacks of the High Definition Audio panel are configured as
output, use the master volume to adjust the sound.
Drivers menuDrivers menu
Drivers menu
Drivers menuDrivers menu
®
audio driver and application.
Intel(R) Graphics Accelerator DriverIntel(R) Graphics Accelerator Driver
Intel(R) Graphics Accelerator Driver
Intel(R) Graphics Accelerator DriverIntel(R) Graphics Accelerator Driver
Installs the Intel® Graphics Accelerator driver.
USB 2.0 DriverUSB 2.0 Driver
USB 2.0 Driver
USB 2.0 DriverUSB 2.0 Driver
Installs the USB 2.0 driver.
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The Utilities menu shows the applications and other software that the
motherboard supports.
Utilities menuUtilities menu
Utilities menu
Utilities menuUtilities menu
ASUS PC ProbeASUS PC Probe
ASUS PC Probe
ASUS PC ProbeASUS PC Probe
This smart utility monitors the fan speed, CPU temperature, and system
voltages, and alerts you on any detected problems. This utility helps you
keep your computer at a healthy operating condition.
ASUS UpdateASUS Update
ASUS Update
ASUS UpdateASUS Update
This program allows you to download the latest version of the BIOS from
the ASUS website. Before using the ASUS Update, make sure that you have
an Internet connection so you can connect to the ASUS website.
Microsoft DirectX 9.0cMicrosoft DirectX 9.0c
Microsoft DirectX 9.0c
Microsoft DirectX 9.0cMicrosoft DirectX 9.0c
Microsoft® DirectX® 9.0c is a multimedia technology that enhances
computer graphics and sounds. DirectX® improves the multimedia features
of your computer so you can enjoy watching movies, capturing videos, or
playing games on your computer.
Anti-virus UtilityAnti-virus Utility
Anti-virus Utility
Anti-virus UtilityAnti-virus Utility
The anti-virus utility scans, identifies, and removes computer viruses. View
the online help for detailed information.
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Adobe Acrobat Reader V5.0Adobe Acrobat Reader V5.0
Adobe Acrobat Reader V5.0
Adobe Acrobat Reader V5.0Adobe Acrobat Reader V5.0
The Adobe® Acrobat® Reader V5.0 is for opening, viewing, and printing
documents in Portable Document Format (PDF).
ASUS Screen SaverASUS Screen Saver
ASUS Screen Saver
ASUS Screen SaverASUS Screen Saver
Installs the ASUS screen saver.
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Click the Contact tab to display the ASUS contact information.
ASUS contact informationASUS contact information
ASUS contact information
ASUS contact informationASUS contact information
Screen display and utilities option may not be the same for other
operating system version.
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Chapter 4
This chapter gives information about the
motherboard that came with the
system.This chapter includes the
motherboard layout, jumper settings, and
connector locations.
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4.1 Introduction
An ASUS motherboard comes already installed in the barebone system.
This chapter provides technical information about the motherboard for
future upgrades or system reconfiguration.
4.2 Motherboard layout
PS/2KBMS
T: Mouse
B: Keyboard
VGA1
F_USB12
LAN_USB34
Top:Line In
Center:Line Out
Below:Mic In
FP_AUDIO
KBPWR1
PARALLEL PORT
ALC880
RTL8100C
USBPW34
USBPW12
CHA_FAN1
CD1
ATX12V1
AUX1
PCIEX16
AGP
PCI1
PCI2
SB_PWR1
LGA775
Intel
915GL
MCH
CPU_FAN1
®
-pin module)
-pin module)
184
184
®
DDR DIMM_A1 (64 bit,
DDR DIMM_A2 (64 bit,
Intel
ICH6
USBPW78
USBPW56
USB78USB56
I/O
Super
FLOPPY1
-pin module)
-pin module)
184
184
DDR DIMM_B1 (64 bit,
DDR DIMM_B2 (64 bit,
EATXPWR1
PRI_IDE1
CR2032 3V
Lithium Cell
CMOS Power
SATA 4
SATA 3
SATA 2
SATA 1
4Mb
BIOS
CLRTC1
BUZZ1
PANEL
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4.3 Jumpers
1.1.
Clear RTC RAM (CLRTC1)Clear RTC RAM (CLRTC1)
1.
Clear RTC RAM (CLRTC1)
1.1.
Clear RTC RAM (CLRTC1)Clear RTC RAM (CLRTC1)
This jumper allows you to clear the Real Time Clock (RTC) RAM in
CMOS. You can clear the CMOS memory of date, time, and system
setup parameters by erasing the CMOS RTC RAM data. The RAM
data in CMOS, that include system setup information such as system
passwords, is powered by the onboard button cell battery.
To erase the RTC RAM:
1. Turn OFF the computer and unplug the power cord.
2. Remove the 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.
®
CLRTC1
12 23
Clear RTC RAM
Except when clearing the RTC RAM, never remove the cap on the
CLRTC1 jumper default position. Removing the cap will cause system
boot failure.
Normal Clear CMOS
(Default)
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2.2.
USB device wake-up (3-pin USBPW12, USBPW34,USB device wake-up (3-pin USBPW12, USBPW34,
2.
USB device wake-up (3-pin USBPW12, USBPW34,
2.2.
USB device wake-up (3-pin USBPW12, USBPW34,USB device wake-up (3-pin USBPW12, USBPW34,
USBPW56, USBPW78)USBPW56, USBPW78)
USBPW56, USBPW78)
USBPW56, USBPW78)USBPW56, USBPW78)
Set these jumpers to +5V to wake up the computer from S1 sleep
mode (CPU stopped, DRAM refreshed, system running in low power
mode) using the connected USB devices. Set to +5VSB to wake up
from S3 and S4 sleep modes (no power to CPU, DRAM in slow refresh,
power supply in reduced power mode).
USBPW34
USBPW12
2
21
3
®
+5V
(Default)
+5VSB
USBPW78
USBPW56
2
3
+5VSB
USB device wake-up
21
+5V
(Default)
• The USB device wake-up feature requires a power supply that can
provide 500mA on the +5VSB lead for each USB port; otherwise,
the system will not power up.
• The total current consumed must NOT exceed the power supply
capability (+5VSB) whether under normal condition or in sleep mode.
3.3.
Keyboard power (3-pin KBPWR1)Keyboard power (3-pin KBPWR1)
3.
Keyboard power (3-pin KBPWR1)
3.3.
Keyboard power (3-pin KBPWR1)Keyboard power (3-pin KBPWR1)
This jumper allows you to enable or disable the keyboard wake-up
feature. Default setting is 2-3. Set this jumper to pins 1-2 (+5V) if
you do not want to wake up the computer when you press a key on
the keyboard. This feature requires an ATX power supply that can
supply at least 1A on the +5VSB lead, and a corresponding setting in
the BIOS.
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Keyboard power setting
KBPWR1
2312
+5V +5VSB
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4.4 Connectors
1.1.
Floppy disk drive connector (34-1 pin FLOPPY1)Floppy disk drive connector (34-1 pin FLOPPY1)
1.
Floppy disk drive connector (34-1 pin FLOPPY1)
1.1.
Floppy disk drive connector (34-1 pin FLOPPY1)Floppy disk drive connector (34-1 pin FLOPPY1)
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.
FLOPPY1
NOTE: Orient the red markings on
the floppy ribbon cable to PIN 1.
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PIN 1
Floppy disk drive connector
2.2.
Primary IDE connector (40-1 pin PRI_IDE1)Primary IDE connector (40-1 pin PRI_IDE1)
2.
Primary IDE connector (40-1 pin PRI_IDE1)
2.2.
Primary IDE connector (40-1 pin PRI_IDE1)Primary IDE connector (40-1 pin PRI_IDE1)
This connector is for an Ultra DMA 100/66 signal cable. The Ultra
DMA 100/66 signal cable has three connectors: a blue connector for
the primary IDE connector on the motherboard, a black connector for
an Ultra DMA 100/66 IDE slave device (optical drive/hard disk drive),
and a gray connector for an Ultra DMA 100/66 IDE master device (hard
disk drive). If you install two hard disk drives, you must configure the
second drive as a slave device by setting its jumper accordingly. Refer
to the hard disk documentation for the jumper settings.
• Pin 20 on the IDE connector is removed to match the covered hole
on the Ultra DMA cable connector. This prevents incorrect insertion
when you connect the IDE cable.
• Use the 80-conductor IDE cable for Ultra DMA 100/66 IDE devices.
PRI_IDE1
NOTE: Orient the red markings
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(usually zigzag) on the IDE
ribbon cable to PIN 1.
IDE connector
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3.3.
Serial ATA connectorsSerial ATA connectors
3.
Serial ATA connectors
3.3.
Serial ATA connectorsSerial ATA connectors
(7-pin SATA1, SATA2, SATA3, SATA4)(7-pin SATA1, SATA2, SATA3, SATA4)
(7-pin SATA1, SATA2, SATA3, SATA4)
(7-pin SATA1, SATA2, SATA3, SATA4)(7-pin SATA1, SATA2, SATA3, SATA4)
These connectors are for the Serial ATA signal cables for Serial ATA
hard disk drives.
SATA 4
GND
GND
GND
RSATA_TXP4
RSATA_TXN4
RSATA_RXP4
RSATA_RXN4
SATA 3
GND
GND
RSATA_TXP3
GND
RSATA_TXP2
GND
RSATA_TXP1
RSATA_TXN3
GND
RSATA_TXN2
GND
RSATA_TXN1
RSATA_RXP3
RSATA_RXN3
RSATA_RXP2
RSATA_RXN2
RSATA_RXP1
RSATA_RXN1
GND
GND
GND
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SATA 2
SATA 1
SATA connectors
You must install Windows® 2000 Service Pack 4 or the Windows® XP
Service Pack1 before using Serial ATA hard disk drives.
4.4.
CPU and Chassis Fan connectorsCPU and Chassis Fan connectors
4.
CPU and Chassis Fan connectors
4.4.
CPU and Chassis Fan connectorsCPU and Chassis Fan connectors
(4-pin CPU_FAN1, 3-pin CHA_FAN1)(4-pin CPU_FAN1, 3-pin CHA_FAN1)
(4-pin CPU_FAN1, 3-pin CHA_FAN1)
(4-pin CPU_FAN1, 3-pin CHA_FAN1)(4-pin CPU_FAN1, 3-pin CHA_FAN1)
The fan connectors support cooling fans of 350 mA~740 mA (8.88 W
max.) or a total of 1 A~2.22 A (26.64 W max.) at +12V. Connect the
fan cables to the fan connectors on the motherboard, making sure that
the black wire of each cable matches the ground pin of the connector.
Do not forget to connect the fan cables to the fan connectors.
Insufficient air flow inside the system may damage the motherboard
components. These are not jumpers! Do not place jumper caps on the
fan connectors!
CPU_FAN1
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GND
CPU FAN PWR
CPU FAN IN
CPU FAN PWM
CHA_FAN1
GND
+12V
Rotation
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5.5.
USB connectors (10-1 pin USB56, USB78)USB connectors (10-1 pin USB56, USB78)
5.
USB connectors (10-1 pin USB56, USB78)
5.5.
USB connectors (10-1 pin USB56, USB78)USB connectors (10-1 pin USB56, USB78)
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.
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USB+5V
USB_P6-
USB_P6+
GND
NC
USB+5V
USB_P8-
USB_P8+
GND
NC
USB 2.0 connectors
Never connect a 1394 cable to the USB connectors. Doing so will
damage the motherboard!
The USB module is purchased separately.
USB56
1
USB+5V
USB_P5-
USB_P5+
GND
USB78
1
USB+5V
USB_P7-
USB_P7+
GND
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6.6.
ATX power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR1,ATX power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR1,
6.
ATX power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR1,
6.6.
ATX power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR1,ATX power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR1,
4-pin ATX12V1)4-pin ATX12V1)
4-pin ATX12V1)
4-pin ATX12V1)4-pin ATX12V1)
These connectors are for ATX power supply plugs. The plugs from the
power supply are designed to fit these connectors in only one
orientation. Find the proper orientation and push down firmly until the
connectors completely fit.
ATX12V1
+12 Volts
+12V DC
GND
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GND
+12V DC
+12 Volts
+5V Standby
Power OK
ATX power connectors
Important notes on the motherboard power requirementsImportant notes on the motherboard power requirements
Important notes on the motherboard power requirements
Important notes on the motherboard power requirementsImportant notes on the motherboard power requirements
EATXPWR1
+3 Volts
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
• Do not forget to connect the 4-pin ATX +12 V power plug;
otherwise, the system will not boot up.
• To power the motherboard, it is recommended that you use an ATX
12 V Specification 2.0 power supply unit (PSU) with a minimum
350 W power rating. This PSU type has a 24-pin and 4-pin ATX
power plugs.
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• If you intend to use a PSU with a 20-pin and 4-pin power plugs,
make sure that the 20-pin power plug can provide at least 15A on
+12 V and that the PSU has a minimum power rating of 350 W. The
system may become unstable or may not boot up if the power is
inadequate. We do not, however, recommend the use of a 20-pin
PSU.
• You must install a PSU with a higher power rating if you intend to
install additional devices.
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7.7.
Internal audio connectors (4-pin AUX1, CD1)Internal audio connectors (4-pin AUX1, CD1)
7.
Internal audio connectors (4-pin AUX1, CD1)
7.7.
Internal audio connectors (4-pin AUX1, CD1)Internal audio connectors (4-pin AUX1, CD1)
These connectors allow you to receive stereo audio input from sound
sources such as an optical drive, TV tuner, or MPEG card.
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Ground
Ground
Left Audio Channel
Right Audio Channel
Ground
Ground
Left Audio Channel
Right Audio Channel
Internal audio connector CD
AUX
Enable the CD-IN function in the audio utility when using this connector.
8.8.
Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP1)Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP1)
8.
Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP1)
8.8.
Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP1)Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP1)
This connector is for a chassis-mounted front panel audio I/O module
that supports either HD Audio or legacy AC’97 audio standard.
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+5VA
BLINE_OUT_L
BLINE_OUT_R
AGND
FP_AUDIO
NC
MIC2
Front panel audio connector
MICPWR
Line out_R
Line out_L
We recommend that you connect a high-definition front panel audio
module to this connector to use the high-definition audio features of the
motherboard.
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System panel connector (20-pin PANEL)System panel connector (20-pin PANEL)
9.
System panel connector (20-pin PANEL)
9.9.
System panel connector (20-pin PANEL)System panel connector (20-pin PANEL)
This connector supports several chassis-mounted functions.
PLED-
SPEAKER
Ground
Speaker
Ground
+5V
PLED
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PLED+
PANEL
Reset
IDE_LED+
IDE_LED
IDE_LED-
PWR
PWR
Ground
Reset
Ground
System panel connector
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Power LED Lead (2-pin PLED)Power LED Lead (2-pin PLED)
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Power LED Lead (2-pin PLED)
••
Power LED Lead (2-pin PLED)Power LED Lead (2-pin PLED)
This 2-pin connector is for the system power LED. Connect the 2-pin
power LED cable from the system chassis to this connector. The LED
lights up when you turn on the system power, and blinks when the
system is in sleep mode.
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System warning speaker (Orange 4-pin SPEAKER)System warning speaker (Orange 4-pin SPEAKER)
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System warning speaker (Orange 4-pin SPEAKER)
••
System warning speaker (Orange 4-pin SPEAKER)System warning speaker (Orange 4-pin SPEAKER)
This 4-pin connector is for the chassis-mounted system warning
speaker. The speaker allows you to hear system beeps and warnings.
••
Hard disk drive activity LED (2-pin IDE_LED)Hard disk drive activity LED (2-pin IDE_LED)
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Hard disk drive activity LED (2-pin IDE_LED)
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Hard disk drive activity LED (2-pin IDE_LED)Hard disk drive activity LED (2-pin IDE_LED)
This 2-pin connector is for the HDD Activity LED. Connect the HDD
Activity LED cable to this connector. The IDE LED lights up or flashes
when data is read from or written to the HDD.
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Reset button (2-pin RESET)Reset button (2-pin RESET)
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Reset button (2-pin RESET)
••
Reset button (2-pin RESET)Reset button (2-pin RESET)
This 2-pin connector is for the chassis-mounted reset button for
system reboot without turning off the system power.
••
ATX power button/soft-off button (2-pin PWRSW)ATX power button/soft-off button (2-pin PWRSW)
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ATX power button/soft-off button (2-pin PWRSW)
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ATX power button/soft-off button (2-pin PWRSW)ATX power button/soft-off button (2-pin PWRSW)
This connector is for the system power button. Pressing the power
button turns the system on or puts the system in sleep or soft-off
mode depending on the BIOS settings. Pressing the power switch for
more than four seconds while the system is ON turns the system OFF.
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Chapter 5
This chapter tells how to change
system settings through the BIOS
Setup menus and describes the
BIOS parameters.
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5.1 Managing and updating your BIOS
The following utilities allow you to manage and update the motherboard
Basic Input/Output System (BIOS) setup.
ASUS EZ Flash ASUS EZ Flash
1.
ASUS EZ Flash (Updates the BIOS using a floppy disk during POST.)
ASUS EZ Flash ASUS EZ Flash
ASUS AFUDOS ASUS AFUDOS
2.
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
3.
ASUS CrashFree BIOS 2 (Updates the BIOS using a bootable
ASUS CrashFree BIOS 2 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 2
floppy disk or the motherboard support CD when the BIOS file fails or
gets corrupted.)
ASUS Update ASUS Update
4.
ASUS Update (Updates the BIOS in Windows
ASUS Update ASUS Update
Refer to the corresponding sections for details on these utilities.
Save a copy of the original motherboard BIOS file to a bootable floppy
disk in case you need to restore the BIOS in the future. Copy the original
motherboard BIOS using the ASUS Update or AFUDOS utilities.
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Creating a bootable floppy diskCreating a bootable floppy disk
Creating a bootable floppy disk
Creating a bootable floppy diskCreating a bootable floppy disk
1. Do either one of the following to create a bootable floppy disk.
DOS environment
a. Insert a 1.44MB floppy disk into the drive.
b. At the DOS prompt, type format A:/S
then press <Enter>.
Windows® XP environment
a. Insert a 1.44 MB floppy disk to the floppy disk drive.
b. Click
ComputerComputer
Computer.
ComputerComputer
Start Start
Start from the Windows
Start Start
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desktop, then select
MyMy
My
MyMy
c. Select the 3 1/2 Floppy Drive icon.
d. Click
e. Select
options field, then click
File File
File from the menu, then select
File File
Floppy DiskFloppy Disk
Floppy Disk window appears.
Floppy DiskFloppy Disk
Create an MS-DOS startup disk Create an MS-DOS startup disk
Create an MS-DOS startup disk from the format
Create an MS-DOS startup disk Create an MS-DOS startup disk
StartStart
Start.
StartStart
FormatFormat
Format. A
FormatFormat
Format 3 1/2Format 3 1/2
Format 3 1/2
Format 3 1/2Format 3 1/2
Windows® 2000 environment
To create a set of boot disks for Windows
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c. Click
StartStart
Start, then select
StartStart
2000 CD to the optical drive.
RunRun
Run.
RunRun
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d. From the Open field, type
D:\bootdisk\makeboot a:
assuming that D: is your optical drive.
e. Press <Enter>, then follow screen instructions to continue.
2. Copy the original or the latest motherboard BIOS file to the bootable
floppy disk.
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ASUS EZ Flash utilityASUS EZ Flash utility
ASUS EZ Flash utility
ASUS EZ Flash utilityASUS EZ Flash utility
The ASUS EZ Flash feature allows you to update the BIOS without having to
go through the long process of booting from a floppy disk and using a
DOS-based utility. The EZ Flash utility is built-in the BIOS chip so it is
accessible by pressing <Alt> + <F2> during the Power-On Self Tests
(POST).
To update the BIOS using EZ Flash:
1. Visit the ASUS website (www.asus.com) to download the latest BIOS
file for the motherboard and rename the same to
P5GLV-MX.ROMP5GLV-MX.ROM
P5GLV-MX.ROM.
P5GLV-MX.ROMP5GLV-MX.ROM
2. Save the BIOS file to a floppy disk, then restart the system.
3. Press <Alt> + <F2> during POST to display the following.
EZFlash starting BIOS update
Checking for floppy...
4. Insert the floppy disk that contains the BIOS file to the floppy disk
drive. When the correct BIOS file is found, EZ Flash performs the BIOS
update process and automatically reboots the system when done.
EZFlash starting BIOS update
Checking for floppy...
Floppy found!
Reading file “P5GLV-MX.ROM”. Completed.
Start erasing.......|
Start programming...|
Flashed successfully. Rebooting.
• Do not shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS to
prevent system boot failure!
• A “Floppy not found!” error message appears if there is no floppy
disk in the drive. A “P5GLV-MX.ROM not found!” error message
appears if the correct BIOS file is not found in the floppy disk. Make
sure that you rename the BIOS file to P5GLV-MX.ROM.
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AFUDOS utilityAFUDOS utility
AFUDOS utility
AFUDOS utilityAFUDOS utility
The AFUDOS utility allows you to update the BIOS file in DOS environment
using a bootable floppy disk with the updated BIOS file. This utility also
allows you to copy the current BIOS file that you can use as backup when
the BIOS fails or gets corrupted during the updating process.
Copying the current BIOSCopying the current BIOS
Copying the current BIOS
Copying the current BIOSCopying the current BIOS
To copy the current BIOS file using the AFUDOS utility:
• Make sure that the floppy disk is not write-protected and has at
least 600 KB free space to save the file.
• The succeeding BIOS screens are for reference only. The actual BIOS
screen displays may not be exactly the same as shown.
1. Copy the AFUDOS utility (afudos.exe) from the motherboard support
CD to the bootable floppy disk you created earlier.
2. Boot the system in DOS mode, then at the prompt type:
afudos /o[filename]
where the [filename] is any user-assigned filename not more than
eight alphanumeric characters for the main filename and three
alphanumeric characters for the extension name.
A:\>afudos /oOLDBIOS1.ROM
Main filenameMain filename
Main filename
Main filenameMain filename
Extension nameExtension name
Extension name
Extension nameExtension name
3. Press <Enter>. The utility copies the current BIOS file to the floppy
disk.
A:\>afudos /oOLDBIOS1.ROM
AMI Firmware Update Utility - Version 1.10
Copyright (C) 2002 American Megatrends, Inc. All rights reserved.
Reading flash ..... done
A:\>
The utility returns to the DOS prompt after copying the current BIOS
file.
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Updating the BIOS fileUpdating the BIOS file
Updating the BIOS file
Updating the BIOS fileUpdating the BIOS file
To update the BIOS file using the AFUDOS utility:
1. Visit the ASUS website (www.asus.com) and download the latest BIOS
file for the motherboard. Save the BIOS file to a bootable floppy disk.
Write the BIOS filename on a piece of paper. You need to type the exact
BIOS filename at the DOS prompt.
2. Copy the AFUDOS utility (afudos.exe) from the motherboard support
CD to the bootable floppy disk you created earlier.
3. Boot the system in DOS mode, then at the prompt type:
afudos /i[filename]
where [filename] is the latest or the original BIOS file on the bootable
floppy disk.
A:\>afudos /iP5GLV-MX.ROM
4. The utility reads the file and starts updating the BIOS.
A:\>afudos /iP5GLV-MX.ROM
AMI Firmware Update Utility - Version 1.19(ASUS V2.07(03.11.24BB))
Copyright (C) 2003 American Megatrends, Inc. All rights reserved.
WARNING!! Do not turn off power during flash BIOS
Reading file ..... done
Reading flash .... done
Search bootblock version
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 /iP5GLV-MX.ROM
AMI Firmware Update Utility - Version 1.19(ASUS V2.07(03.11.24BB))
Copyright (C) 2003 American Megatrends, Inc. All rights reserved.
WARNING!! Do not turn off power during flash BIOS
Reading file ..... done
Reading flash .... done
Search bootblock version
Advance Check.........
Erasing flash ..... done
Writing flash ..... done
Verifying flash ... done
Please restart your computer
A:\>
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ASUS CrashFree BIOS 2 utilityASUS CrashFree BIOS 2 utility
ASUS CrashFree BIOS 2 utility
ASUS CrashFree BIOS 2 utilityASUS CrashFree BIOS 2 utility
The ASUS CrashFree BIOS 2 is an auto recovery tool that allows you to
restore the BIOS file when it fails or gets corrupted during the updating
process. You can update a corrupted BIOS file using the motherboard
support CD or the floppy disk that contains the updated BIOS file.
• Prepare the motherboard support CD or the floppy disk containing
the updated motherboard BIOS before using this utility.
• Make sure that you rename the original or updated BIOS file in the
floppy disk to
Recovering the BIOS from a floppy diskRecovering the BIOS from a floppy disk
Recovering the BIOS from a floppy disk
Recovering the BIOS from a floppy diskRecovering the BIOS from a floppy disk
P5GLV-MX.ROM P5GLV-MX.ROM
P5GLV-MX.ROM.
P5GLV-MX.ROM P5GLV-MX.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.
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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 “P5GLV-MX.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.
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 “P5GLV-MX.ROM”. Completed.
Start flashing...
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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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ASUS Update utilityASUS Update utility
ASUS Update utility
ASUS Update utilityASUS Update utility
The ASUS Update is a utility that allows you to manage, save, and update
the motherboard BIOS in Windows® environment. The ASUS Update utility
allows you to:
• Save the current BIOS file
• Download the latest BIOS file from the Internet
• Update the BIOS from an updated BIOS file
• Update the BIOS directly from the Internet, and
• View the BIOS version information.
This utility is available in the support CD that comes with the motherboard
package.
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
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Utilities tab, then click
Utilities Utilities
Install ASUS UpdateInstall ASUS Update
Install ASUS Update
Install ASUS UpdateInstall ASUS Update
Utilities Utilities
Utilities screen menu.
Utilities Utilities
3. The ASUS Update utility is copied to your system.
Quit all Windows® applications before you update the BIOS using this
utility.
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Drivers menu appears.
Drivers Drivers
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Updating the BIOS through the InternetUpdating the BIOS through the Internet
Updating the BIOS through the Internet
Updating the BIOS through the InternetUpdating the BIOS through the Internet
To update the BIOS through the Internet:
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1. Launch the ASUS Update utility from the Windows
Start Start
Start >
Start Start
Programs Programs
Programs >
Programs Programs
ASUS ASUS
ASUS >
ASUS ASUS
ASUSUpdate ASUSUpdate
ASUSUpdate >
ASUSUpdate ASUSUpdate
desktop by clicking
ASUSUpdateASUSUpdate
ASUSUpdate. The
ASUSUpdateASUSUpdate
ASUS Update main window appears.
2. Select
the Internet the Internet
the Internet option from the
the Internet the Internet
Update BIOS fromUpdate BIOS from
Update BIOS from
Update BIOS fromUpdate BIOS from
drop-down menu, then click
NextNext
Next.
NextNext
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3. Select the ASUS FTP site
nearest you to avoid network
traffic, or click
NextNext
Click
Next.
NextNext
Auto SelectAuto Select
Auto Select.
Auto SelectAuto Select
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4. From the FTP site, select the
BIOS version that you wish to
download. Click Next.
5. Follow the screen instructions to
complete the update process.
The ASUS Update utility is
capable of updating itself
through the Internet. Always
update the utility to avail all
its features.
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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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5.2 BIOS setup program
This motherboard supports a programmable firmware chip that you can
update using the provided utility described in section
updating your BIOS.”
Use the BIOS Setup program when you are installing a motherboard,
reconfiguring your system, or prompted to “Run Setup.” This section
explains how to configure your system using this utility.
Even if you are not prompted to use the Setup program, you can change
the configuration of your computer in the future. For example, you can
enable the security password feature or change the power management
settings. This requires you to reconfigure your system using the BIOS
Setup program so that the computer can recognize these changes and
record them in the CMOS RAM of the firmware hub.
The firmware hub on the motherboard stores the Setup utility. When you
start up the computer, the system provides you with the opportunity to
run this program. Press <Del>
during the Power-On-Self-Test (POST) to
enter the Setup utility; otherwise, POST continues with its test routines.
“
5.1 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 “5.7 Exit
Default SettingsDefault Settings
Menu.”
• The BIOS setup screens shown in this section are for reference
purposes only, and may not exactly match what you see on your
screen.
LoadLoad
Load
LoadLoad
• Visit the ASUS website (www.asus.com) to download the latest BIOS
file for this motherboard.
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BIOS menu screenBIOS menu screen
BIOS menu screen
BIOS menu screenBIOS menu screen
Menu itemsMenu items
Menu items
Menu itemsMenu items
System Time [11:51:19]
System Date [Sat 04/09/2005]
Legacy Diskette A [1.44M, 3.5 in]
Primary IDE Master [ST320413A]
Primary IDE Slave [Pioneer CD-ROM ATA]
Third IDE Master [Not Detected]
Third IDE Slave [Not Detected]
Fourth IDE Master [Not Detected]
Fourth IDE Slave [Not Detected]
IDE Configuration
System Information
Sub-menu itemsSub-menu items
Sub-menu items
Sub-menu itemsSub-menu items
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Menu barMenu bar
Menu bar
Menu barMenu bar
Menu barMenu bar
Menu bar
Menu barMenu bar
Configuration fieldsConfiguration fields
Configuration fields
Configuration fieldsConfiguration fields
General helpGeneral help
General help
General helpGeneral help
Use [ENTER], [TAB] or
[SHIFT-TAB] to select
a field.
Use [+] or [-] to
configure the System
time.
Navigation keysNavigation keys
Navigation keys
Navigation keysNavigation keys
The menu bar on top of the screen has the following main items:
MainMain
Main For changing the basic system configuration
MainMain
AdvancedAdvanced
Advanced For changing the advanced system settings
AdvancedAdvanced
PowerPower
Power For changing the advanced power management (APM)
PowerPower
configuration
BootBoot
Boot For changing the system boot configuration
BootBoot
ExitExit
Exit For selecting the exit options and loading default
ExitExit
settings
To select an item on the menu bar, press the right or left arrow key on the
keyboard until the desired item is highlighted.
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Navigation keysNavigation keys
Navigation keys
Navigation keysNavigation keys
At the bottom right corner of a menu screen are the navigation keys for
that particular menu. Use the navigation keys to select items in the menu
and change the settings.
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Menu itemsMenu items
Menu items
Menu itemsMenu items
The highlighted item on the menu
bar displays the specific items for
that menu. For example, selecting
Main Main
Main shows the Main menu items.
Main Main
The other items (Advanced, Power,
Boot, and Exit) on the menu bar
have their respective menu items.
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Sub-menu itemsSub-menu items
Sub-menu items
Sub-menu itemsSub-menu items
System Time [11:51:19]
System Date [S at 04/09 /2005]
Legacy Diskette A [1.44M, 3.5 in]
Primary IDE Master :[ST320413A]
P rimary IDE Slave :[Pioneer CD-ROM ATA]
Third IDE Master : [Not Detected]
Third IDE Slave : [Not Detected]
Fourth IDE Master : [Not Detected]
Fourth IDE Slave : [Not Detected]
IDE Configuration
System Information
Main menu itemsMain menu items
Main menu items
Main menu itemsMain menu items
Use [ENTER], [TAB]
or [SHIFT-TAB] to
select a field.
Use [+] or [-] to
configure the
System time.
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 “5.2.7 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> /
Scroll barScroll bar
Scroll bar
Scroll barScroll bar
Advanced PCI/PnP Settings
WARNING: Setting wrong values in
below sections may cause system to
malfunction.
Plug And Play O/S [No]
PCI Latency Timer [64]
Allocate IRQ to PCI VGA [Yes]
Palette Snooping [Disabled]
PCI IDE BusMaster [Enabled]
<Page Down> keys to display the
other items on the screen.
Pop-up windowPop-up window
Pop-up window
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General helpGeneral help
General help
General helpGeneral help
Pop-up windowPop-up window
At the top right corner of the menu
Scroll barScroll bar
Scroll bar
screen is a brief description of the
Scroll barScroll bar
selected item.
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5.3 Main menu
When you enter the BIOS Setup program, the Main menu screen appears,
giving you an overview of the basic system information.
Refer to section “5.2.1 BIOS menu screen” for information on the menu
screen items and how to navigate through them.
System Time [11:51:19]
System Date [Sat 04/09/2005]
Legacy Diskette A [1.44M, 3.5 in]
Primary IDE Master : [ST320413A]
Primary IDE Slave : [Pioneer CD-ROM ATA]
Third IDE Master : [Not Detected]
Third IDE Slave : [Not Detected]
Fourth IDE Master : [Not Detected]
Fourth IDE Slave : [Not Detected]
IDE Configuration
System Information
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System Time [xx:xx:xx]System Time [xx:xx:xx]
System Time [xx:xx:xx]
System Time [xx:xx:xx]System Time [xx:xx:xx]
Allows you to set the system time.
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System Date [Day xx/xx/xxxx]System Date [Day xx/xx/xxxx]
System Date [Day xx/xx/xxxx]
System Date [Day xx/xx/xxxx]System Date [Day xx/xx/xxxx]
Allows you to set the system date.
Use [ENTER], [TAB] or
[SHIFT-TAB] to select
a field.
Use [+] or [-] to
configure the System
time.
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Legacy Diskette A [1.44M, 3.5 in.]Legacy Diskette A [1.44M, 3.5 in.]
Legacy Diskette A [1.44M, 3.5 in.]
Legacy Diskette A [1.44M, 3.5 in.]Legacy Diskette A [1.44M, 3.5 in.]
Sets the type of floppy drive installed. Configuration options: [Disabled]
[360K, 5.25 in.] [1.2M , 5.25 in.] [720K , 3.5 in.] [1.44M, 3.5 in.]
[2.88M, 3.5 in.]
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Primary, Third, and Fourth IDE Master/SlavePrimary, Third, and Fourth IDE Master/Slave
Primary, Third, and Fourth IDE Master/Slave
Primary, Third, and Fourth IDE Master/SlavePrimary, Third, and Fourth IDE Master/Slave
While entering Setup, the BIOS automatically detects the presence of IDE
devices. There is a separate sub-menu for each IDE device. Select a device
item then press <Enter> to display the IDE device information.
Primary IDE Master
Device : Hard Disk
Vendor : ST320413A
Size : 20.0GB
LBA Mode : Supported
Block Mode : 16 Sectors
PIO Mode : 4
Async DMA : MultiWord DMA-2
Ultra DMA : Ultra DMA-5
SMART Monitoring : Supported
Type [Auto]
LBA/Large Mode [Auto]
Block(Multi-sector Transfer) [Auto]
PIO Mode [Auto]
DMA Mode [Auto]
SMART Monitoring [Auto]
32Bit Data Transfer [Disabled]
Select the type of
device connected to
the system.
The BIOS automatically detects the values opposite the dimmed items
(Device, Vendor, Size, LBA Mode, Block Mode, PIO Mode, Async DMA, Ultra
DMA, and SMART monitoring). These values are not user-configurable.
These items show N/A if no IDE device is installed in the system.
Type [Auto]Type [Auto]
Type [Auto]
Type [Auto]Type [Auto]
Selects the type of IDE drive. Setting to Auto allows automatic selection of
the appropriate IDE device type. Select CDROM if you are specifically
configuring a CD-ROM drive. Select ARMD (ATAPI Removable Media Device)
if your device is either a ZIP, LS-120, or MO drive. Configuration options:
[Not Installed] [Auto] [CDROM] [ARMD]
LBA/Large Mode [Auto]LBA/Large Mode [Auto]
LBA/Large Mode [Auto]
LBA/Large Mode [Auto]LBA/Large Mode [Auto]
Enables or disables the LBA mode. Setting to Auto enables the LBA mode if
the device supports this mode, and if the device was not previously
formatted with LBA mode disabled. Configuration options: [Disabled]
[Auto]
Block (Multi-sector Transfer) [Auto]Block (Multi-sector Transfer) [Auto]
Block (Multi-sector Transfer) [Auto]
Block (Multi-sector Transfer) [Auto]Block (Multi-sector Transfer) [Auto]
Enables or disables data multi-sectors transfers. When set to Auto, the
data transfer from and to the device occurs multiple sectors at a time if
the device supports multi-sector transfer feature. When set to [Disabled],
the data transfer from and to the device occurs one sector at a time.
Configuration options: [Disabled] [Auto]
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PIO Mode [Auto]PIO Mode [Auto]
PIO Mode [Auto]
PIO Mode [Auto]PIO Mode [Auto]
Selects the PIO mode.
Configuration options: [Auto] [0] [1] [2] [3] [4]
DMA Mode [Auto]DMA Mode [Auto]
DMA Mode [Auto]
DMA Mode [Auto]DMA Mode [Auto]
Selects the DMA mode. Configuration options: [Auto] [SWDMA0]
[SWDMA1] [SWDMA2] [MWDMA0] [MWDMA1] [MWDMA2] [UDMA0]
[UDMA1] [UDMA2] [UDMA3] [UDMA4] [UDMA5]
SMART Monitoring [Auto]SMART Monitoring [Auto]
SMART Monitoring [Auto]
SMART Monitoring [Auto]SMART Monitoring [Auto]
Sets the Smart Monitoring, Analysis, and Reporting Technology.
Configuration options: [Auto] [Disabled] [Enabled]
32Bit Data Transfer [Disabled]32Bit Data Transfer [Disabled]
32Bit Data Transfer [Disabled]
32Bit Data Transfer [Disabled]32Bit Data Transfer [Disabled]
Enables or disables 32-bit data transfer.
Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]
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IDE ConfigurationIDE Configuration
IDE Configuration
IDE ConfigurationIDE Configuration
The items in this menu allow you to set or change the configurations for
the IDE devices installed in the system. Select an item then press <Enter>
if you want to configure the item.
IDE Configuration
Onboard IDE Operate Mode [Enhanced Mode]
Enhanced Mode Support On [SATA mode]
IDE Detect Time Out (Sec) [35]
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]
Set to [Compatible
Mode] when Legacy OS
(i.e. WIN ME, 98,
NT4.0, MS DOS is
used.
Set to [Enhanced Mode
when Native OS) i.e.
WIN 2000, WIN XP) is
used.
Allows selection of the IDE operation mode depending on the operating
system (OS) that you installed. Set to Enhanced Mode if you are using
native OS, such as Windows® 2000/XP.
Configuration options: [Disabled] [Compatible Mode] [Enhanced Mode]
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Enhanced Mode Support On [SATA mode]
The default setting SATA allows you to use native OS on Serial ATA
and Parallel ATA ports. We recommend that you do not change the
default setting for better OS compatibility. In this setting, you may
use legacy OS on the Parallel ATA ports
only ifonly if
only if you did not install any
only ifonly if
Serial ATA device.
The P-ATA+S-ATA and P-ATA options are for advanced users only. If
you set to any of these options and encounter problems, revert to the
default setting
SATASATA
S A T A. Configuration options: [S-ATA+P-ATA] [SATA
SATASATA
mode] [P-ATA]
IDE Detect Time Out [35]IDE Detect Time Out [35]
IDE Detect Time Out [35]
IDE Detect Time Out [35]IDE Detect Time Out [35]
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 : 0110
Build Date : 03/16/05
Processor
Type : Genuine Intel(R) CPU 3.20GHz
Speed : 3200 MHz
Count : 1
System Memory
Size : 248MB
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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5.4 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.
USB Configuration
CPU Configuration
Chipset
Onboard Devices Configuration
PCI PnP
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USB ConfigurationUSB Configuration
USB Configuration
USB ConfigurationUSB Configuration
Configure the USB
support.
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 - 2.24.0-10.4
USB Devices Enabled: None
USB Function [8 USB Ports]
Legacy USB Support [Auto]
USB 2.0 Controller [Enabled]
USB 2.0 Controller Mode [HiSpeed]
BIOS EHCI Hand-off [Enabled]
The Module Version and USB Devices Enabled items show the
auto-detected values. If no USB device is detected, the item shows
None.
USB Function [Enabled]USB Function [Enabled]
USB Function [Enabled]
USB Function [Enabled]USB Function [Enabled]
Allows you to enable or disable the USB function.
Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]
Enables USB host
controllers.
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Legacy USB Support [Auto]Legacy USB Support [Auto]
Legacy USB Support [Auto]
Legacy USB Support [Auto]Legacy USB Support [Auto]
Allows you to enable or disable support for USB devices on legacy
operating systems (OS). Setting to Auto allows the system to detect the
presence of USB devices at startup. If detected, the USB controller legacy
mode is enabled. If no USB device is detected, the legacy USB support is
disabled. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] [Auto]
USB 2.0 Controller [Enabled]USB 2.0 Controller [Enabled]
USB 2.0 Controller [Enabled]
USB 2.0 Controller [Enabled]USB 2.0 Controller [Enabled]
Allows you to enable or disable the USB 2.0 controller.
Configuration options: [Disabled] [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]
Allows you to configure the USB 2.0 controller in HiSpeed (480 Mbps) or
Full Speed (12 Mbps). Configuration options: [HiSpeed] [Full Speed]
USB 2.0 Controller Mode USB 2.0 Controller Mode
The
USB 2.0 Controller Mode item appears only when the
USB 2.0 Controller Mode USB 2.0 Controller Mode
2.0 Controller 2.0 Controller
2.0 Controller is set to [Enabled].
2.0 Controller 2.0 Controller
BIOS EHCI Hand-off [Enabled]BIOS EHCI Hand-off [Enabled]
BIOS EHCI Hand-off [Enabled]
BIOS EHCI Hand-off [Enabled]BIOS EHCI Hand-off [Enabled]
USBUSB
USB
USBUSB
Allows you to enable support for operating systems without an EHCI
hand-off feature. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled]
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CPU ConfigurationCPU Configuration
CPU Configuration
CPU ConfigurationCPU Configuration
The items in this menu show the CPU-related information that the BIOS
automatically detects.
Configure Advanced CPU settings
Manufacturer: Intel
Brand String: Genuine Intel(R) CPU 3.20GHz
Frequency : 3200 MHz
FSB Speed : 800 MHz
Cache L1 : 16 KB
Cache L2 : 1024 KB
Cache L3 : 0 KB
Ratio Status: Locked
Ratio Actual Value : 15
Max CPUID Value Limit: [Disabled]
Enhanced C1 Control [Auto]
CPU Internal Thermal Control [Auto]
Hyper Threading Technology [Enabled]
Max CPUID Value Limit [Disabled]Max CPUID Value Limit [Disabled]
Max CPUID Value Limit [Disabled]
Max CPUID Value Limit [Disabled]Max CPUID Value Limit [Disabled]
Sets the ratio between
CPU Core Clock and the
FSB Frequency.
NOTE: If an invalid
ratio is set in CMOS
then actual and
setpoint values may
differ.
Enable this item to boot legacy operating systems that cannot support
CPUs with extended CPUID functions. Configuration options: [Disabled]
[Enabled]
Enhanced C1 Control [Auto]Enhanced C1 Control [Auto]
Enhanced C1 Control [Auto]
Enhanced C1 Control [Auto]Enhanced C1 Control [Auto]
When set to [Auto], the BIOS will automatically check the CPU’s capability
to enable the C1E support. In C1E mode, the CPU power consumption is
lower when idle. Configuration options: [Auto] [Disabled]
CPU Internal Thermal Control [Auto]CPU Internal Thermal Control [Auto]
CPU Internal Thermal Control [Auto]
CPU Internal Thermal Control [Auto]CPU Internal Thermal Control [Auto]
Disables or sets the CPU internal thermal control.
Configuration options: [Auto] [Disabled]
Hyper Threading Technology [Enabled]Hyper Threading Technology [Enabled]
Hyper Threading Technology [Enabled]
Hyper Threading Technology [Enabled]Hyper Threading Technology [Enabled]
Enables or disables the processor Hyper-Threading technology.
Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]
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ChipsetChipset
Chipset
ChipsetChipset
The Chipset menu allows you to change the advanced chipset settings.
Select an item then press <Enter> to display the sub-menu.
Advanced Chipset Settings
Configure DRAM Timing by SPD [Enabled]
Pre-allocated Graphics Memory [Enabled, 8MB]
Graphics Memory Type [Auto]
Configure DRAM Timing by SPD [Enabled]Configure DRAM Timing by SPD [Enabled]
Configure DRAM Timing by SPD [Enabled]
Configure DRAM Timing by SPD [Enabled]Configure DRAM Timing by SPD [Enabled]
Enable or disable
DRAM timing.
When this item is enabled, the DRAM timing parameters are set according
to the DRAM SPD (Serial Presence Detect). When disabled, you can
manually set the DRAM timing parameters through the DRAM sub-items.
The following sub-items appear when this item is Disabled. Configuration
options: [Disabled] [Enabled]
DRAM CAS# Latency [3 Clocks]
Controls the latency between the SDRAM read command and the time
the data actually becomes available.
Configuration options: [3 Clocks] [2.5 Clocks] [2 Clocks]
DRAM RAS# Precharge [4 Clocks]
Controls the idle clocks after issuing a precharge command to the DDR
SDRAM. Configuration options: [2 Clocks] [3 Clocks] [4 Clocks] [5
Clocks]
DRAM RAS# to CAS# Delay [4 Clocks]
Controls the latency between the DDR SDRAM active command and
the read/write command. Configuration options: [2 Clocks]
[3 Clocks] [4 Clocks] [5 Clocks]
DRAM RAS# Activate to Precharge Delay [15 Clocks]
Configuration options: [4 Clocks] [5 Clocks] ~ [15 Clocks]
DRAM Burst Length [8]
Sets the DRAM Burst Length. Configuration options: [4] [8]
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Pre-allocated Graphics Memory [Enabled, 8MB]Pre-allocated Graphics Memory [Enabled, 8MB]
Pre-allocated Graphics Memory [Enabled, 8MB]
Pre-allocated Graphics Memory [Enabled, 8MB]Pre-allocated Graphics Memory [Enabled, 8MB]
Allows user to select the amount of system memory pre-allocated by the
internal graphics device. Configuration options: [Enabled, 1MB]
[Enabled, 8MB]
Graphics Memory Type [Auto]
Selects the size of graphic memory.
Configuration options: [Auto] [DVMT] [FIX] [DVMT+FIX]
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Configure Win627EHF Super IO Chipset
Onboard AC97 Controller [Enabled]
Onboard LAN [Enabled]
Onboard LAN Boot ROM [Disabled]
Parallel Port Address [378]
Parallel Port Mode [ECP]
ECP Mode DMA Channel [DMA3]
Parallel Port IRQ [IRQ7]
Onboard AC97 Controller [Enabled]Onboard AC97 Controller [Enabled]
Onboard AC97 Controller [Enabled]
Onboard AC97 Controller [Enabled]Onboard AC97 Controller [Enabled]
Onboard Devices ConfigurationOnboard Devices Configuration
Onboard Devices Configuration
Onboard Devices ConfigurationOnboard Devices Configuration
Enables or disables the onboard AC97 controller.
Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled]
Enable or disable
Azalia controller.
OnBoard LAN [Enabled]OnBoard LAN [Enabled]
OnBoard LAN [Enabled]
OnBoard LAN [Enabled]OnBoard LAN [Enabled]
Enables or disables the onboard LAN controller.
Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]
Onboard LAN Boot ROM [Disabled]
Allows you to enable or disable the LAN Boot ROM in the onboard LAN
controller. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]
Parallel Port Address [378]Parallel Port Address [378]
Parallel Port Address [378]
Parallel Port Address [378]Parallel Port Address [378]
Allows you to select the Parallel Port base addresses.
Configuration options: [Disabled] [378] [278] [3BC]
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Parallel Port Mode [ECP]Parallel Port Mode [ECP]
Parallel Port Mode [ECP]
Parallel Port Mode [ECP]Parallel Port Mode [ECP]
Allows you to select the Parallel Port mode.
Configuration options: [Normal] [Bi-directional] [EPP] [ECP]
ECP Mode DMA Channel [DMA3]
Appears only when the Parallel Port Mode is set to [ECP]. This item
allows you to set the Parallel Port ECP DMA.
Configuration options: [DMA0] [DMA1] [DMA3]
EPP Version [1.9]EPP Version [1.9]
EPP Version [1.9]
EPP Version [1.9]EPP Version [1.9]
Allows selection of the Parallel Port EPP version. This item appears
only when the
Parallel Port ModeParallel Port Mode
Parallel Port Mode is set to
Parallel Port ModeParallel Port Mode
EPPEPP
EPP.
EPPEPP
Configuration options: [1.9] [1.7]
Parallel Port IRQ [IRQ7]
Allows selection of the Parallel Port IRQ.
Configuration options: [IRQ5] [IRQ7]
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PCI PnPPCI PnP
PCI PnP
PCI PnPPCI PnP
The PCI PnP menu items allow you to change the advanced settings for
PCI/PnP devices. The menu includes setting IRQ and DMA channel resources
for either PCI/PnP or legacy ISA devices, and setting the memory size block
for legacy ISA devices.
Take caution when changing the settings of the PCI PnP menu items.
Incorrect field values can cause the system to malfunction.
Advanced PCI/PnP Settings
WARNING: Setting wrong values in below sections
may cause system to malfunction.
Plug And Play O/S [No]
PCI Latency Timer [64]
Allocate IRQ to PCI VGA [Yes]
Palette Snooping [Disabled]
IRQ-3 assigned to [PCI Device]
IRQ-4 assigned to [PCI Device]
IRQ-5 assigned to [PCI Device]
IRQ-7 assigned to [PCI Device]
IRQ-9 assigned to [PCI Device]
IRQ-10 assigned to [PCI Device]
IRQ-11 assigned to [PCI Device]
IRQ-14 assigned to [PCI Device]
IRQ-15 assigned to [PCI Device]
NO: Lets the BIOS
configure all devices
in the system.
YES: Lets the operating
system configure Plug
and Play (PnP) devices
not required for boot
if your system has a
Plug and Play operating
system.
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Plug and Play O/S [No]
Plug and Play O/S [No]Plug and Play O/S [No]
When set to [No], BIOS configures all the devices in the system. When set
to [Yes] and if you install a Plug and Play operating system, the operating
system configures the Plug and Play devices not required for boot.
Configuration options: [No] [Yes]
PCI Latency Timer [64]PCI Latency Timer [64]
PCI Latency Timer [64]
PCI Latency Timer [64]PCI Latency Timer [64]
Allows you to select the value in units of PCI clocks for the PCI device
latency timer register. Configuration options: [32] [64] [96] [128] [160]
[192] [224] [248]
Allocate IRQ to PCI VGA [Yes]Allocate IRQ to PCI VGA [Yes]
Allocate IRQ to PCI VGA [Yes]
Allocate IRQ to PCI VGA [Yes]Allocate IRQ to PCI VGA [Yes]
When set to [Yes], BIOS assigns an IRQ to PCI VGA card if the card
requests for an IRQ. When set to [No], BIOS does not assign an IRQ to the
PCI VGA card even if requested. Configuration options: [No] [Yes]
Palette Snooping [Disabled]Palette Snooping [Disabled]
Palette Snooping [Disabled]
Palette Snooping [Disabled]Palette Snooping [Disabled]
When set to [Enabled], the palette snooping feature informs the PCI
devices that an ISA graphics device is installed in the system so that the
latter can function correctly. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]
IRQ-xx assigned to [PCI Device]IRQ-xx assigned to [PCI Device]
IRQ-xx assigned to [PCI Device]
IRQ-xx assigned to [PCI Device]IRQ-xx assigned to [PCI Device]
When set to [PCI Device], the specific IRQ is free for use of PCI/PnP
devices. When set to [Reserved], the IRQ is reserved for legacy ISA
devices. Configuration options: [PCI Device] [Reserved]
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5.5 Power menu
The Power menu items allow you to change the settings for the Advanced
Power Management (APM) and Advanced Configuration and Power Interface
(ACPI). Select an item then press <Enter> to display the configuration
options.
Suspend Mode [Auto]
ACPI 2.0 Support [No]
ACPI APIC Support [Enabled]
APM Configuration
Hardware Monitor
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Allows you to select the Advanced Configuration and Power Interface
(ACPI) state to be used for system suspend.
Configuration options: [S1 (POS) Only] [S3 Only] [Auto]
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Suspend Mode [Auto]Suspend Mode [Auto]
Suspend Mode [Auto]
Suspend Mode [Auto]Suspend Mode [Auto]
ACPI 2.0 Support [No]ACPI 2.0 Support [No]
ACPI 2.0 Support [No]
ACPI 2.0 Support [No]ACPI 2.0 Support [No]
Select the ACPI state
used for System
Suspend.
Allows you to add more tables for Advanced Configuration and Power
Interface (ACPI) 2.0 specifications. Configuration options: [No] [Yes]
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Allows you to enable or disable the Advanced Configuration and Power
Interface (ACPI) support in the Advanced Programmable Interrupt
Controller (APIC). When set to Enabled, the ACPI APIC table pointer is
included in the RSDT pointer list. Configuration options: [Disabled]
[Enabled]
ACPI APIC Support [Enabled]ACPI APIC Support [Enabled]
ACPI APIC Support [Enabled]
ACPI APIC Support [Enabled]ACPI APIC Support [Enabled]
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APM Configuration
APM ConfigurationAPM Configuration
APM Configuration
Restore on AC Power Loss [Power Off]
Power On By RTC Alarm [Disabled]
Power On By External Modems [Disabled]
Power On By PCI Devices [Disabled]
Power On By PS/2 Keyboard [Disabled]
Keyboard Wakeup Password : Not Installed
Power On By PS/2 Mouse [Disabled]
Restore on AC Power Loss [Power Off]Restore on AC Power Loss [Power Off]
Restore on AC Power Loss [Power Off]
Restore on AC Power Loss [Power Off]Restore on AC Power Loss [Power Off]
<Enter> to select
whether or not to
restart the system
after AC power loss.
When set to Power Off, the system goes into off state after an AC power
loss. When set to Power On, the system goes on after an AC power loss.
When set to Last State, the system goes into either off or on state,
whatever the system state was before the AC power loss.
Configuration options: [Power Off] [Power On] [Last State]
Power On By RTC Alarm [Disabled]Power On By RTC Alarm [Disabled]
Power On By RTC Alarm [Disabled]
Power On By RTC Alarm [Disabled]Power On By RTC Alarm [Disabled]
Allows you to enable or disable RTC to generate a wake event. When this
item is set to Enabled, the items RTC Alarm Date, RTC Alarm Hour, RTC
Alarm Minute, and RTC Alarm Second appear with set values. Configuration
options: [Disabled] [Enabled]
Power On By External Modems [Disabled]Power On By External Modems [Disabled]
Power On By External Modems [Disabled]
Power On By External Modems [Disabled]Power On By External Modems [Disabled]
This allows either settings of [Enabled] or [Disabled] for powering up the
computer when the external modem receives a call while the computer is in
Soft-off mode. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]
The computer cannot receive or transmit data until the computer and
applications are fully running. Thus, connection cannot be made on the
first try. Turning an external modem off and then back on while the
computer is off causes an initialization string that turns the system
power on.
Power On By PCI Devices [Disabled]Power On By PCI Devices [Disabled]
Power On By PCI Devices [Disabled]
Power On By PCI Devices [Disabled]Power On By PCI Devices [Disabled]
When set to [Enabled], this parameter allows you to turn on the system
through a PCI LAN or modem card. This feature requires an ATX power
supply that provides at least 1A on the +5VSB lead.
Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]
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Power On By PS/2 Keyboard [Disabled]Power On By PS/2 Keyboard [Disabled]
Power On By PS/2 Keyboard [Disabled]
Power On By PS/2 Keyboard [Disabled]Power On By PS/2 Keyboard [Disabled]
Allows you to use specific keys on the keyboard to turn on the system.
This feature requires an ATX power supply that provides at least 1A on the
+5VSB lead. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]
Keyboard Wakeup Password
This item appears only when the Power On By PS/2 Keyboard is set to
Enabled. Select this item to set or change the keyboard wakeup
password. The
below shows the default
password, this item shows
Power On By PS/2 Mouse [Disabled]Power On By PS/2 Mouse [Disabled]
Power On By PS/2 Mouse [Disabled]
Power On By PS/2 Mouse [Disabled]Power On By PS/2 Mouse [Disabled]
Keyboard Wakeup PasswordKeyboard Wakeup Password
Keyboard Wakeup Password item that appears
Keyboard Wakeup PasswordKeyboard Wakeup Password
Not InstalledNot Installed
Not Installed. After you have set a
Not InstalledNot Installed
InstalledInstalled
Installed.
InstalledInstalled
When set to [Enabled], this parameter allows you to use the PS/2 mouse
to turn on the system. This feature requires an ATX power supply that
provides at least 1A on the +5VSB lead. Configuration options: [Disabled]
[Enabled]
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Hardware Monitor
CPU Temperature [51ºC/122.5ºF]
MB Temperature [41ºC/105.5ºF]
CPU Fan Speed [3813 RPM]
CPU Q-Fan Control [Enabled]
CPU Fan Ratio [Auto]
CPU Target Temperature [60ºC]
Chassis Fan Speed [N/A]
VCORE Voltage [ 1.320V]
3.3V Voltage [ 3.345V]
5V Voltage [ 5.094V]
12V Voltage [11.880V]
CPU Temperature [xxxºC/xxxºF]CPU Temperature [xxxºC/xxxºF]
CPU Temperature [xxxºC/xxxºF]
CPU Temperature [xxxºC/xxxºF]CPU Temperature [xxxºC/xxxºF]
MB Temperature [xxxºC/xxxºF]MB Temperature [xxxºC/xxxºF]
MB Temperature [xxxºC/xxxºF]
MB Temperature [xxxºC/xxxºF]MB Temperature [xxxºC/xxxºF]
Hardware MonitorHardware Monitor
Hardware Monitor
Hardware MonitorHardware Monitor
CPU Temperature
The onboard hardware monitor automatically detects and displays the
motherboard and CPU temperatures. Select Disabled if you do not wish to
display the detected temperatures.
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CPU Fan Speed [xxxxRPM] or [N/A]CPU Fan Speed [xxxxRPM] or [N/A]
CPU Fan Speed [xxxxRPM] or [N/A]
CPU Fan Speed [xxxxRPM] or [N/A]CPU Fan Speed [xxxxRPM] or [N/A]
The onboard hardware monitor automatically detects and displays the CPU
fan speed in rotations per minute (RPM). If the fan is not connected to the
motherboard, the field shows N/A.
CPU Q-Fan Control [Enabled]CPU Q-Fan Control [Enabled]
CPU Q-Fan Control [Enabled]
CPU Q-Fan Control [Enabled]CPU Q-Fan Control [Enabled]
Allows you to enable or disable the ASUS Q-Fan feature that smartly
adjusts the fan speeds for more efficient system operation.
Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]
When the
RatioRatio
Ratio and
RatioRatio
selection of the appropriate fan speed ratio.
CPU Fan Ratio [Auto]CPU Fan Ratio [Auto]
CPU Fan Ratio [Auto]
CPU Fan Ratio [Auto]CPU Fan Ratio [Auto]
CPU Q-Fan Control CPU Q-Fan Control
CPU Q-Fan Control is set to [Enabled], the
CPU Q-Fan Control CPU Q-Fan Control
CPU Target Temperature CPU Target Temperature
CPU Target Temperature items appear to allow
CPU Target Temperature CPU Target Temperature
CPU FanCPU Fan
CPU Fan
CPU FanCPU Fan
Allows you to select the appropriate CPU fan speed ratio for the system.
The default [Auto] automatically selects the fan speed ratio when
operating a low CPU temperature. Select a higher ratio if you installed
additional devices and the system requires more ventilation.
Configuration options: [Auto] [90%] [80%] [70%] [60%]
CPU Target Temperature [xxxºC]CPU Target Temperature [xxxºC]
CPU Target Temperature [xxxºC]
CPU Target Temperature [xxxºC]CPU Target Temperature [xxxºC]
Allows you to set the CPU temperature threshold when the CPU fan speed
is increased to lower the CPU temperature. Configuration options: [Auto]
[53ºC] [56ºC] [59ºC] [62ºC] [65ºC] [68ºC] [71ºC] [74ºC] [77ºC] [80ºC]
[83ºC]
Chassis Fan Speed [xxxxRPM] or [N/A]Chassis Fan Speed [xxxxRPM] or [N/A]
Chassis Fan Speed [xxxxRPM] or [N/A]
Chassis Fan Speed [xxxxRPM] or [N/A]Chassis Fan Speed [xxxxRPM] or [N/A]
The onboard hardware monitor automatically detects and displays the
chassis fan speed in rotations per minute (RPM). If the fan is not connected
to the chassis, the specific field shows N/A.
VCORE Voltage, 3.3V Voltage, 5V Voltage, 12V VoltageVCORE Voltage, 3.3V Voltage, 5V Voltage, 12V Voltage
VCORE Voltage, 3.3V Voltage, 5V Voltage, 12V Voltage
VCORE Voltage, 3.3V Voltage, 5V Voltage, 12V VoltageVCORE Voltage, 3.3V Voltage, 5V Voltage, 12V Voltage
The onboard hardware monitor automatically detects the voltage output
through the onboard voltage regulators.
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5.6 Boot menu
The Boot menu items allow you to change the system boot options. Select
an item then press <Enter> to display the sub-menu.
Boot Settings
Boot Device Priority
Boot Settings Configuration
Security
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Boot Device Priority
1st Boot Device [1st FLOPPY DRIVE]
2nd Boot Device [PM-ST330620A]
3rd Boot Device [PS-Pioneer CD-ROM]
Boot Device PriorityBoot Device Priority
Boot Device Priority
Boot Device PriorityBoot Device Priority
Specifies the Boot
Device Priority
sequence
1st ~ xxth Boot Device [1st Floppy Drive]1st ~ xxth Boot Device [1st Floppy Drive]
1st ~ xxth Boot Device [1st Floppy Drive]
1st ~ xxth Boot Device [1st Floppy Drive]1st ~ xxth Boot Device [1st Floppy Drive]
These items specify the boot device priority sequence from the available
devices. The number of device items that appears on the screen depends
on the number of devices installed in the system.
Configuration options: [xxxxx Drive] [Disabled]
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Boot Settings ConfigurationBoot Settings Configuration
Boot Settings Configuration
Boot Settings ConfigurationBoot Settings Configuration
Boot Settings Configuration
Quick Boot [Enabled]
Full Screen Logo [Enabled]
AddOn ROM Display Mode [Force BIOS]
Bootup Num-Lock [On]
Wait For ‘F1’ If Error [Enabled]
Hit ‘DEL’ Message Display [Enabled]
Quick Boot [Enabled]Quick Boot [Enabled]
Quick Boot [Enabled]
Quick Boot [Enabled]Quick Boot [Enabled]
Allows BIOS to skip
certain tests while
booting. This will
decrease the time
needed to boot the
system.
Enabling this item allows the BIOS to skip some power on self tests (POST)
while booting to decrease the time needed to boot the system. When set
to [Disabled], BIOS performs all the POST items.
Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]
Full Screen Logo [Enabled]Full Screen Logo [Enabled]
Full Screen Logo [Enabled]
Full Screen Logo [Enabled]Full Screen Logo [Enabled]
This allows you to enable or disable the full screen logo display feature.
Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]
Set this item to [Enabled] to use the ASUS MyLogo™ feature.
Add On ROM Display Mode [Force BIOS]Add On ROM Display Mode [Force BIOS]
Add On ROM Display Mode [Force BIOS]
Add On ROM Display Mode [Force BIOS]Add On ROM Display Mode [Force BIOS]
Sets the display mode for option ROM.
Configuration options: [Force BIOS] [Keep Current]
Bootup Num-Lock [On]Bootup Num-Lock [On]
Bootup Num-Lock [On]
Bootup Num-Lock [On]Bootup Num-Lock [On]
Allows you to select the power-on state for the NumLock.
Configuration options: [Off] [On]
Wait for ‘F1’ If Error [Enabled]Wait for ‘F1’ If Error [Enabled]
Wait for ‘F1’ If Error [Enabled]
Wait for ‘F1’ If Error [Enabled]Wait for ‘F1’ If Error [Enabled]
When set to Enabled, the system waits for the F1 key to be pressed when
error occurs. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]
Hit ‘DEL’ Message Display [Enabled]Hit ‘DEL’ Message Display [Enabled]
Hit ‘DEL’ Message Display [Enabled]
Hit ‘DEL’ Message Display [Enabled]Hit ‘DEL’ Message Display [Enabled]
When set to Enabled, the system displays the message “Press DEL to run
Setup” during POST. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]
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SecuritySecurity
Security
SecuritySecurity
The Security menu items allow you to change the system security settings.
Select an item then press <Enter> to display the configuration options.
Security Settings
Supervisor Password : Not Installed
User Password : Not Installed
Change Supervisor Password
Change Supervisor PasswordChange Supervisor Password
Change Supervisor Password
Change Supervisor PasswordChange Supervisor Password
<Enter> to change
password.
<Enter> again to
disabled password.
Select this item to set or change the supervisor password. The Supervisor
Password item on top of the screen shows the default
After you set a password, this item shows
InstalledInstalled
Installed.
InstalledInstalled
Not InstalledNot Installed
Not Installed.
Not InstalledNot Installed
To set a Supervisor Password:
1. Select the Change Supervisor Password item and press <Enter>.
2. From the password box, type a password composed of at least six
letters and/or numbers, then press <Enter>.
3. Confirm the password when prompted.
The message “Password Installed” appears after you successfully set your
password.
To change the supervisor password, follow the same steps as in setting a
user password.
To clear the supervisor password, select the Change Supervisor Password
then press <Enter>. The message “Password Uninstalled” appears.
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If you forget your BIOS password, you clear it by erasing the CMOS Real
Time Clock (RTC) RAM. See section “4.3 Jumpers” for information on
how to erase the RTC RAM.
After you have set a supervisor password, the other items appear to allow
you to change other security settings.
Security Settings
Supervisor Password : Not Installed
User Password : Not Installed
Change Supervisor Password
User Access Level [Full Access]
Change User Password
Clear User Password
Password Check [Setup]
User Access Level (Full Access]User Access Level (Full Access]
User Access Level (Full Access]
User Access Level (Full Access]User Access Level (Full Access]
This item allows you to select the access restriction to the Setup items.
Configuration options: [No Access] [View Only] [Limited] [Full Access]
No AccessNo Access
No Access prevents user access to the Setup utility.
No AccessNo Access
View Only View Only
View Only allows access but does not allow change to any field.
View Only View Only
Limited Limited
Limited allows changes only to selected fields, such as Date and
Limited Limited
Time.
Full AccessFull Access
Full Access allows viewing and changing all the fields in the Setup
Full AccessFull Access
utility.
Change User PasswordChange User Password
Change User Password
Change User PasswordChange User Password
Select this item to set or change the user password. The User Password
item on top of the screen shows the default
a password, this item shows
InstalledInstalled
Installed.
InstalledInstalled
Not InstalledNot Installed
Not Installed. After you set
Not InstalledNot Installed
To set a User Password:
1. Select the Change User Password item and press <Enter>.
2. On the password box that appears, type a password composed of at
least six letters and/or numbers, then press <Enter>.
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The message “Password Installed” appears after you set your password
successfully.
To change the user password, follow the same steps as in setting a user
password.
Clear User PasswordClear User Password
Clear User Password
Clear User PasswordClear User Password
Select this item to clear the user password.
Password Check [Setup]Password Check [Setup]
Password Check [Setup]
Password Check [Setup]Password Check [Setup]
When set to [Setup], BIOS checks for user password when accessing the
Setup utility. When set to [Always], BIOS checks for user password both
when accessing Setup and booting the system.
Configuration options: [Setup] [Always]
5.7 Exit menu
The Exit menu items allow you to load the optimal or failsafe default values
for the BIOS items, and save or discard your changes to the BIOS items.
Exit Options
Exit & Save Changes
Exit & Discard Changes
Discard Changes
Load Setup Defaults
Pressing <Esc> does not immediately exit this menu. Select one of the
options from this menu or <F10> from the legend bar to exit.
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Exit & Save ChangesExit & Save Changes
Exit & Save Changes
Exit & Save ChangesExit & Save Changes
Once you are finished making your selections, choose this option from the
Exit menu to ensure the values you selected are saved to the CMOS RAM.
An onboard backup battery sustains the CMOS RAM so it stays on even
when the PC is turned off. When you select this option, a confirmation
window appears. Select
If you attempt to exit the Setup program without saving your changes,
the program prompts you with a message asking if you want to save
your changes before exiting. Press <Enter> to save the changes while
exiting.
Exit & Discard ChangesExit & Discard Changes
Exit & Discard Changes
Exit & Discard ChangesExit & Discard Changes
Select this option only if you do not want to save the changes that you
made to the Setup program. If you made changes to fields other than
System Date, System Time, and Password, the BIOS asks for a confirmation
before exiting.
Discard ChangesDiscard Changes
Discard Changes
Discard ChangesDiscard Changes
YesYes
Y e s to save changes and exit.
YesYes
This option allows you to discard the selections you made and restore the
previously saved values. After selecting this option, a confirmation appears.
Select
Load Setup DefaultsLoad Setup Defaults
Load Setup Defaults
Load Setup DefaultsLoad Setup Defaults
This option allows you to load the default values for each of the
parameters on the Setup menus. When you select this option or if you
press <F5>, a confirmation window appears. Select
values. Select
saving the values to the non-volatile RAM.
YesYes
Y e s to discard any changes and load the previously saved values.
YesYes
YesYes
Y e s to load default
YesYes
Exit & Save ChangesExit & Save Changes
Exit & Save Changes or make other changes before
Exit & Save ChangesExit & Save Changes
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