ASUS PUNDIT P2-AE2 User Manual

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Barebone System

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Table of contents

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

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

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

System package contents ................................................................... x

Chapter 1: System IntroductionChapter 1: System Introduction

Chapter 1: System Introduction

Chapter 1: System IntroductionChapter 1: System Introduction

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

1.2 Front panel (external) .......................................................... 1-2

1.3 Front panel (internal) ........................................................... 1-3

1.4 Rear panel ............................................................................. 1-4

1.5 Internal components ............................................................ 1-5

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 top cover ....................................................... 2-3

2.4 Installing a hard disk drive (HDD) ......................................... 2-4

2.5 Installing a CPU ..................................................................... 2-6

2.5.1 Removing the CPU fan and heatsink assembly ....... 2-6

2.5.2 CPU installation ....................................................... 2-7

2.5.3 Reinstalling the CPU fan and heatsink assembly..... 2-8

2.6 Installing a DIMM ................................................................... 2-9

2.7 Replacing the top cover ..................................................... 2-10

2.8 Connecting the power cable ............................................... 2-11

2.9 Connecting external devices .............................................. 2-12

2.9.1 To the front panel ................................................ 2-12

2.9.2 To the rear panel .................................................. 2-12

Basic InstallationBasic Installation

Basic Installation

Basic InstallationBasic Installation

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

3.2.5 Other information ................................................... 3-5

Getting startedGetting started

Getting started

Getting startedGetting started

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3.3 Software information ........................................................... 3-6

3.3.1 SoundMAX

3.3.2 ASUS PC Probe II ................................................... 3-11

3.3.3 Cool ‘n’ Quiet!™ Technology ................................. 3-18

4 XL software ..................................... 3-6

Chapter 4:Chapter 4:

Chapter 4:

Chapter 4:Chapter 4:

4.1 Motherboard overview .......................................................... 4-2

4.2 Jumper ................................................................................. 4-3

4.3 Connectors ........................................................................... 4-4

4.3.1 Rear panel connectors ............................................ 4-4

4.3.2 Internal connectors................................................. 4-4

Chapter 5:Chapter 5:

Chapter 5:

Chapter 5:Chapter 5:

5.1 Managing and updating your BIOS ........................................ 5-2

5.1.1 ASUS EZ Flash utility .............................................. 5-2

5.1.2 ASUS CrashFree BIOS utility ................................... 5-4

5.1.3 ASUS Update utility ................................................ 5-5

5.2 BIOS setup program ............................................................. 5-8

5.2.1 BIOS menu screen ................................................... 5-9

5.2.2 Menu bar ................................................................. 5-9

5.2.3 Navigation keys ...................................................... 5-9

Motherboard InfoMotherboard Info

Motherboard Info

Motherboard InfoMotherboard Info

BIOS InformationBIOS Information

BIOS Information

BIOS InformationBIOS Information

5.2.4 Menu items ........................................................... 5-10

5.2.5 Sub-menu items ................................................... 5-10

5.2.6 Configuration fields .............................................. 5-10

5.2.7 Pop-up window ..................................................... 5-10

5.2.8 Scroll bar .............................................................. 5-10

5.2.9 General help .......................................................... 5-10

5.3 Main menu .......................................................................... 5-11

5.3.1 System Time ......................................................... 5-11

5.3.2 System Date ......................................................... 5-11

5.3.3 Primary IDE Master/Slave ..................................... 5-11

5.3.4 System Information .............................................. 5-13

5.4 Advanced menu .................................................................. 5-14

5.4.1 CPU Configuration ................................................. 5-14

5.4.2 Chipset ................................................................. 5-17

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5.4.3 Onboard Devices Configuration ............................5-20

5.4.4 PCI PnP ................................................................. 5-21

5.5 Power menu ........................................................................ 5-23

5.5.1 Suspend Mode ...................................................... 5-23

5.5.2 Repost Video on S3 Resume ................................ 5-23

5.5.3 ACPI 2.0 Support .................................................. 5-23

5.5.4 ACPI APIC Support ................................................ 5-23

5.5.5 APM Configuration ................................................ 5-24

5.5.6 Hardware Monitor ................................................. 5-27

5.6 Boot menu .......................................................................... 5-28

5.6.1 Boot Device Priority .............................................. 5-28

5.6.2 Boot Settings Configuration ................................. 5-29

5.6.3 Security ................................................................ 5-30

5.7 Exit menu ........................................................................... 5-33

Notices

Federal Communications Commission StatementFederal Communications Commission Statement

Federal Communications Commission Statement

Federal Communications Commission StatementFederal Communications Commission Statement

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

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This device may not cause harmful interference, and

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

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

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Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

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Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

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

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

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

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

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When adding or removing devices to or from the system, ensure that the power cables for the devices are unplugged before the signal cables are connected.

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

Operation safetyOperation safety

Operation safety

Operation safetyOperation safety

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Before installing devices into the system, carefully read all the documentation that came with the package.

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

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

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

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

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 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

Chapter 1: System introduction

1.1.

Chapter 1: System introductionChapter 1: System introduction This chapter gives a general description of the barebone system. 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

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: Getting startedChapter 3: Getting started

Chapter 3: Getting started

3.3.

Chapter 3: Getting startedChapter 3: Getting started 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

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 informationChapter 5: BIOS information

Chapter 5: BIOS information

5.5.

Chapter 5: BIOS informationChapter 5: BIOS information 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

WARNING: WARNING: trying to complete a task.

CAUTION: CAUTION:

CAUTION: Information to prevent damage to the components

CAUTION: CAUTION: when trying to complete a task.

IMPORTANT: IMPORTANT:

IMPORTANT: Instructions that you MUST follow to complete a

IMPORTANT: IMPORTANT: task.

NOTE: NOTE:

NOTE: Tips and additional information to aid in completing a

NOTE: NOTE: task.

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

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

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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System package contents

Check your Pundit P2-AE2 system package for the following items.

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

1.1.

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ASUS Pundit P2-AE2 barebone system with

1.1.

ASUS Pundit P2-AE2 barebone system withASUS Pundit P2-AE2 barebone system with

• ASUS motherboard

• CPU fan and heatsink assembly

• IDE cable

2.2.

AccessoriesAccessories

Accessories

2.2.

AccessoriesAccessories

• AC adapter and power plug

• Screws

• DC IN power cable and plug

• SATA signal cable

• SATA power cable

3.3.

Support CDSupport CD

Support CD

3.3.

Support CDSupport CD

4.4.

User guideUser guide

User guide

4.4.

User guideUser guide

5.5.

Optional itemsOptional items

Optional items

5.5.

Optional itemsOptional items

• Slim optical disk drive

(DVD-ROM/Combo/DVD-RW)

Chapter 1

This chapter gives a general description of the barebone system. The chapter lists the system features including introduction on the front and rear panel, and internal components.

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1.1 Welcome!

Thank you for choosing the

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ASUS Pundit P2-AE2!

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The Pundit P2-AE2 is a smart personal computer. Powered by an ASUS motherboard, the barebone system delivers the cutting edge technology for your computing needs.

The Pundit P2-AE2 system supports the latest AMD Athlon™ 64/Sempron™ processor with up to 3200+ MHz core speed. The system also supports 800 MHz Front Side Bus and up to 2 GB system memory. Providing the best connectivity for external devices and peripherals are USB 2.0 ports, IEEE 1394 ports, and 6-channel audio ports.

The Pundit P2-AE2 features the most silent system to give you pure acoustic enjoyment. With the Pundit P2-AE2, you don’t need anything else!

1.2 Front panel (external)

The front panel includes the power button, system LEDs, and the slim optical disk drive.

1.1.

Power LED Power LED

Power LED

1.1.

Power LED Power LED

2.2.

HDD LED HDD LED

HDD LED

2.2.

HDD LED HDD LED

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. This LED lights up to indicate that the system is ON.

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. This LED lights up when data is being read from or

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written to the hard disk drive.

3.3.

Optical driveOptical drive

Optical drive. This is a slim optical disk drive.

3.3.

Optical driveOptical drive

4.4.

STOP/EJECT buttonSTOP/EJECT button

STOP/EJECT button. Press this button to eject the disc loading tray.

4.4.

STOP/EJECT buttonSTOP/EJECT button

5.5.

Drive activity LEDDrive activity LED

Drive activity LED. This LED lights up when you place a disc on the

5.5.

Drive activity LEDDrive activity LED drive tray, and turns off when you remove the disc. The LED flashes when data is being read from or written to the disc.

6.6.

Emergency eject pinholeEmergency eject pinhole

Emergency eject pinhole. The emergency eject pinhole allows

6.6.

Emergency eject pinholeEmergency eject pinhole you to manually eject a disc when the STOP button does not work due to power failure or software problems. Insert the emergency eject pin or a paper clip into this hole to manually eject the tray and the disc.

7.7.

Power button Power button

Power button

7.7.

Power button Power button

8.8.

Front panel door lockFront panel door lock

Front panel door lock. Press this lock to show the front panel I/O

8.8.

Front panel door lockFront panel door lock

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. Press this button to turn the system on.

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ports.

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1.3 Front panel (internal)

The data and audio I/O ports are located inside the front panel door. Press the front panel door lock to open.

Front panel doorFront panel door

Front panel door

Front panel doorFront panel door

9.9.

4-pin IEEE 1394 port 4-pin IEEE 1394 port

4-pin IEEE 1394 port

9.9.

4-pin IEEE 1394 port 4-pin IEEE 1394 port

1010

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. This port provides high-speed

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connectivity for IEEE 1394-compliant audio/video devices, storage peripherals, and other PC devices.

10.10.

6-pin IEEE 1394 port 6-pin IEEE 1394 port

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6-pin IEEE 1394 port

10.10.

6-pin IEEE 1394 port 6-pin IEEE 1394 port

. This port provides high-speed connectivity for IEEE 1394-compliant audio/video devices, storage peripherals, and other PC devices.

11.11.

Headphone port Headphone port

11.

Headphone port

11.11.

Headphone port Headphone port

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. This port connects a headphone with a stereo

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mini-plug.

12.12.

Microphone port Microphone port

12.

Microphone port

12.12.

Microphone port Microphone port

13.13.

USB 2.0 ports USB 2.0 ports

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USB 2.0 ports

13.13.

USB 2.0 ports USB 2.0 ports

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. This Mic (pink) port connects a microphone.

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. These Universal Serial Bus 2.0 (USB 2.0)

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ports are available for connecting USB 2.0 devices such as a mouse, printer, scanner, camera, PDA, and others.

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1.4 Rear panel

The system rear panel includes the power connector and several I/O ports that allow convenient connection of devices.

1.1.

Line In port Line In port

Line In port

1.1.

Line In port Line In port

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

. .

player or other audio sources. In 6-channel mode, the function of this port becomes Low Frequency Enhanced Output/Center.

2.2.

Line Out port Line Out port

Line Out port

2.2.

Line Out port Line Out port

. .

. This Line Out (lime) port connects a headphone

. . or a speaker. In 4/6-channel mode, the function of this port becomes Front Speaker Out.

3.3.

Microphone port Microphone port

Microphone port

3.3.

Microphone port Microphone port

. .

. This Microphone (pink) port connects a

. .

microphone. In 4/6-channel mode, the function of this port becomes Surround Speaker.

The functions of the Line Out, Line In, and Microphone ports change when you select the 6-channel configuration. Refer to the table below for audio ports function variation.

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

4.4.

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

LAN (RJ-45) port

4.4.

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

Headphone/2-ChannelHeadphone/2-Channel

Headphone/2-Channel

Headphone/2-ChannelHeadphone/2-Channel

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. This port allows Fast Ethernet connection to

. .

4-Channel4-Channel

4-Channel

4-Channel4-Channel

6-Channel6-Channel

6-Channel

6-Channel6-Channel

a Local Area Network (LAN) through a network hub.

PS/2 mouse port PS/2 mouse port

PS/2 mouse port

PS/2 mouse port PS/2 mouse port

6.6.

PS/2 keyboard port PS/2 keyboard port

PS/2 keyboard port

6.6.

PS/2 keyboard port PS/2 keyboard port

7.7.

USB 2.0 ports USB 2.0 ports

USB 2.0 ports

7.7.

USB 2.0 ports USB 2.0 ports

. This green 6-pin connector is for a PS/2 mouse.

. This purple 6-pin connector is for a PS/2 keyboard.

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. These Universal Serial Bus 2.0 ports are

. .

available for connecting USB 2.0 devices such as a mouse, printer, scanner, camera, PDA, and others.

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VGA port VGA port

VGA port

8.8.

VGA port VGA port

9.9.

Power connector.Power connector.

Power connector. Connects the power plug is for the power cable

9.9.

Power connector.Power connector.

. .

. Connects a VGA monitor.

. .

and plug.

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1.5 Internal components

The illustration below is the internal view of the system when you remove the top cover. The installed components are labeled for your reference. Proceed to Chapter 2 for instructions on installing other system components.

1.1.

Standby power LEDStandby power LED

Standby power LED

1.1.

Standby power LEDStandby power LED

2.2.

HDD power plug (to HDD power connector)HDD power plug (to HDD power connector)

HDD power plug (to HDD power connector)

2.2.

HDD power plug (to HDD power connector)HDD power plug (to HDD power connector)

3.3.

IDE cable (to HDD connector)IDE cable (to HDD connector)

IDE cable (to HDD connector)

3.3.

IDE cable (to HDD connector)IDE cable (to HDD connector)

4.4.

Chassis fanChassis fan

Chassis fan

4.4.

Chassis fanChassis fan

5.5.

CPU fanCPU fan

CPU fan

5.5.

CPU fanCPU fan

6.6.

DIMM socketsDIMM sockets

DIMM sockets

6.6.

DIMM socketsDIMM sockets

7.7.

HDD metal trayHDD metal tray

HDD metal tray

7.7.

HDD metal trayHDD metal tray

8.8.

Optical drive shieldOptical drive shield

Optical drive shield

8.8.

Optical drive shieldOptical drive shield

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Chapter 2

This chapter provides step-by-step instructions on how to install components in the 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. Hard disk drive (HDD)

2. Central processing unit (CPU)

3. DDR Dual Inline Memory Module (DIMM)

ToolTool

Tool

ToolTool

Phillips (cross) screw driver

2.2 Before you proceed

Take note of the following precautions before you install the system components.

• Unplug the AC adapter cable from the wall socket before touching any component.

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

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

• Whenever you uninstall any component, place it on a grounded

antistatic pad or in the bag that came with the component. Before you install or remove any component, ensureBefore you install or remove any component, ensure

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Before you install or remove any component, ensure

Before you install or remove any component, ensureBefore you install or remove any component, ensure that the AC power adapter is detached from the powerthat the AC power adapter is detached from the power

that the AC power adapter is detached from the power

that the AC power adapter is detached from the powerthat the AC power adapter is detached from the power outlet. outlet.

outlet. Failure to do so may cause severe damage to the

outlet. outlet. motherboard, peripherals, and/or components.

Onboard LEDOnboard LED

Onboard LED

Onboard LEDOnboard LED

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

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Onboard LED

Standby

Power

SB_PWR1

OFF

Powered

Off

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2.3 Removing the top cover

To remove the top cover:

1. On the rear panel, locate the two screws that secure the top cover to the chassis.

2. Use a Phillips (cross) screw driver to remove the top cover screws. Keep the screws for later use.

3. Pull the top cover slightly toward the rear panel until the side tabs are disengaged from the chassis.

4. Hold the center edge of the top cover, then lift. Set the top cover aside.

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2.4 Installing a hard disk drive (HDD)

The system supports one UltraATA133 IDE hard disk drive (HDD).

To install a hard disk drive:

1. Remove the two metal cover screws. Keep the screws for later use.

2. Use the metal cover handle to slide the cover toward the rear panel until the side hooks disengage from the HDD metal tray and optical drive shield tabs.

Side hooksSide hooks

Side hooks

Side hooksSide hooks

Side hooks

Side hooksSide hooks

Lift the metal cover, then set aside.

Set your hard disk drive as Master device before connecting the IDE cable and power plug. Refer to the HDD documentation on how to set the drive as Master device.

3. Connect the 40-pin IDE cable to the IDE connector on the drive.

4. Connect the 4-pin power plug to the HDD power connector.

HandleHandle

Handle

HandleHandle

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5. Place the drive on the tray. Insert the tray metal tacks into the drive screw holes (two at the side and two at the bottom).

Metal tacksMetal tacks

Metal tacks

Metal tacksMetal tacks

(To side of the drive)

Insert the side metal tacks before inserting the bottom metal tacks.

6. Secure the drive with two side screws.

7. Align the metal cover side hooks with the HDD metal tray and optical drive shield tabs (A), then slide the metal cover toward the front panel until it fits in place (B).

Metal tacksMetal tacks

Metal tacks

Metal tacksMetal tacks

(To bottom of the drive)

8. Secure the metal cover with screws that you removed earlier.

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2.5 Installing a CPU

The system motherboard has a surface mount 754-pin Zero Insertion Force (ZIF) socket. This socket is specifically designed for the AMD Athlon™ 64/ Athlon™ XP/Sempron™ processor in the 754-pin package.

2.5.12.5.1

2.5.1

2.5.12.5.1

Removing the CPU fan and heatsink assemblyRemoving the CPU fan and heatsink assembly

Removing the CPU fan and heatsink assembly

Removing the CPU fan and heatsink assemblyRemoving the CPU fan and heatsink assembly

You must remove the CPU fan and heatsink assembly before you can install a CPU.

The system comes with a pre-installed proprietary CPU fan and heatsink assembly for optimum CPU thermal control and system ventilation. Do not replace the CPU fan with other models.

To remove the CPU fan and heatsink assembly:

1. Loosen the CPU fan screws.

2. Disconnect the CPU fan cable from the CPU fan connector on the motherboard.

3. Lift the CPU fan.

4. Disconnect the chassis fan cable from the chassis fan connector.

5. Remove the chassis fan and heatsink assembly screw from the rear panel.

6. Move the chassis fan and heatsink assembly toward the direction of the front panel, then lift.

Set the chassis fan and heatsink assembly aside.

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2.5.22.5.2

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2.5.22.5.2

CPU installationCPU installation

CPU installation

CPU installationCPU installation

1. Locate the 754-pin CPU socket on the motherboard.

2. Unlock the socket by pressing the lever sideways then lifting it up to a 90° angle.

3. Position the CPU above the socket such that its marked corner (gold mark) matches the base of the socket lever.

4. Carefully insert the CPU to the socket until it fits in place.

The CPU fits only in one correct orientation. Do not force the CPU into the socket to prevent bending the pins and damaging the CPU!

CPUCPU

CPU

CPUCPU

 ˚

5. When the CPU is in place, push down the socket lever to secure the CPU. The lever clicks on the side tab to indicate that it is locked.

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Reinstalling the CPU fan and heatsinkReinstalling the CPU fan and heatsink

Reinstalling the CPU fan and heatsink

Reinstalling the CPU fan and heatsinkReinstalling the CPU fan and heatsink assemblyassembly

assembly

assemblyassembly

To reinstall the CPU fan and heatsink assembly:

1. Place the chassis fan and heatsink assembly on top of the installed CPU. Make sure that the CPU heatsink sits properly on top of the CPU.

2. Secure the chassis fan and heatsink assembly with a screw from the rear panel.

3. Connect the chassis fan cable to the chassis fan connector. See Chapter 4 for the location of the chassis fan connector.

4. Place the CPU fan over the CPU heatsink, then fasten the CPU fan screws to the motherboard in a diagonal pattern starting from two opposite corners.

Do not overtighten the CPU fan screws! Doing so may damage the motherboard.

5. Connect the CPU fan cable to the CPU fan connector. See Chapter 4 for the location of the CPU fan connector.

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2.6 Installing a DIMM

The system motherboard comes with two Double Data Rate (DDR) Dual Inline Memory Module (DIMM) sockets. These sockets support up to 2 GB system memory using unbuffered non-ECC PC2700/2100/1600 DIMMs.

To install a DDR DIMM:

1. Locate the two DIMM sockets on the motherboard.

2. Unlock a socket by pressing the retaining clips outward.

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

a notch so that it fits in only one direction. DO NOT force a DIMM into a socket to avoid damaging the DIMM.

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

3A DDR DIMM is keyed with

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Replace the top cover after installing the components.

To replace the top cover:

1. Position the front edge of the top cover at least two inches from the front panel cover.

2. Fit the top cover hooks with the chassis side tabs and the front panel cover tabs.

3. Lower the rear edge of the top cover as shown.

4. Push the top cover slightly toward the front panel until it fits in place.

5. Secure the top cover with two screws that you removed earlier.

HooksHooks

Hooks

HooksHooks

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2.8 Connecting the power cable

The system package includes a universal AC power adapter (100V - 240V) with power cable and plug. The AC power adapter allows you to use your system in any location regardless of the voltage output.

To connect the AC power adapter to the system:

1. Connect the power cable (female plug) to the AC power adapter.

2. Connect the other end of the power cable (male plug) to a power outlet.

3. Check the AC power adapter LED. The LED lights up to indicate that the power from the source is within the operating range.

4. Connect the DC IN power plug to the system DC IN socket.

DC IN power plugDC IN power plug

DC IN power plug

DC IN power plugDC IN power plug

Use an outlet adapter if the power plug does not fit the power outlet in your area.

Power LEDPower LED

Power LED

Power LEDPower LED

Power adapterPower adapter

Power adapter

Power adapterPower adapter

Power cablePower cable

Power cable

Power cablePower cable

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2.9 Connecting external devices

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2.9.12.9.1

To the front panelTo the front panel

To the front panel

To the front panelTo the front panel

CameraCamera

Camera

CameraCamera

HDDHDD

HDD

HDDHDD

HeadphoneHeadphone

Headphone

HeadphoneHeadphone

MicMic

Mic

MicMic

ScannerScanner

Scanner

ScannerScanner

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Line InLine In

Line In

Line InLine In

To the rear panelTo the rear panel

To the rear panel

To the rear panelTo the rear panel

Line OutLine Out

Line Out

Line OutLine Out

MicMic

Mic

MicMic

VGA MonitorVGA Monitor

VGA Monitor

VGA MonitorVGA Monitor

Hub or RouterHub or Router

Hub or Router

Hub or RouterHub or Router

USB MouseUSB Mouse

USB Mouse

USB MouseUSB Mouse

PS/2 MousePS/2 Mouse

PS/2 Mouse

PS/2 MousePS/2 Mouse

PS/2 KBPS/2 KB

PS/2 KB

PS/2 KBPS/2 KB

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Chapter 3

This chapter helps you power up the system and install drivers and utilities from the support CD.

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Getting started

3.1 Installing an operating system

This system supports Windows® 2000/XP operating systems (OS). Always install the latest OS version and corresponding updates to maximize the features of your system.

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

• Make sure that you install Windows

Windows® XP Service Pack 1 or later versions before installing the drivers for better compatibility and system stability.

2000 Service Pack 4 or the

3.2 Support CD information

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

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

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Running the support CDRunning the support CD

Running the support CD

Running the support CDRunning the support CD

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

Dr iv er s menu if Autorun is enabled in your computer.

Drivers Drivers

Click an icon toClick an icon to

Click an icon to

Click an icon toClick an icon to display supportdisplay support

display support

display supportdisplay support CD/motherboardCD/motherboard

CD/motherboard

CD/motherboardCD/motherboard informationinformation

information

informationinformation

Click an item to installClick an item to install

Click an item to install

Click an item to installClick an item to install

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Autorun Autorun

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.

VIA 4 in 1 driversVIA 4 in 1 drivers

VIA 4 in 1 drivers

VIA 4 in 1 driversVIA 4 in 1 drivers

Drivers menuDrivers menu

Drivers menu

Drivers menuDrivers menu

This item installs the following drivers:

- VIA Registry (INF) driver

- VIA AGP VxD driver

- VIA ATAPI vendor support driver

- VIA PCI IRQ Miniport driver.

K8M800 Display DriverK8M800 Display Driver

K8M800 Display Driver

K8M800 Display DriverK8M800 Display Driver

Installs the chipset display driver.

AD1888 SoundMAX Audio DriverAD1888 SoundMAX Audio Driver

AD1888 SoundMAX Audio Driver

AD1888 SoundMAX Audio DriverAD1888 SoundMAX Audio Driver

Installs the AD1888 audio driver and the SoundMAX See page 3-6 for details.

VIA Rhine Family Fast Ethernet Adapter DriverVIA Rhine Family Fast Ethernet Adapter Driver

VIA Rhine Family Fast Ethernet Adapter Driver

VIA Rhine Family Fast Ethernet Adapter DriverVIA Rhine Family Fast Ethernet Adapter Driver

Installs the onboard LAN controller 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.

application.

Cool ‘n’ Quiet DriverCool ‘n’ Quiet Driver

Cool ‘n’ Quiet Driver

Cool ‘n’ Quiet DriverCool ‘n’ Quiet Driver

Installs the AMD Cool ‘n’ Quiet!™ Technology driver.

The screen display and drivers option may not be the same for different operating system versions.

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

Microsoft DirectX 9.0c DriverMicrosoft DirectX 9.0c Driver

Microsoft DirectX 9.0c Driver

Microsoft DirectX 9.0c DriverMicrosoft DirectX 9.0c Driver

Utilities menuUtilities menu

Utilities menu

Utilities menuUtilities menu

Installs the Microsoft® DirectX 9.0c driver.

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ASUS PC Probe II

ASUS PC Probe IIASUS PC Probe II

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

ASUS UpdateASUS Update

ASUS Update

ASUS UpdateASUS Update

The ASUS Update utility allows you to update the motherboard BIOS in a Windows® environment. This utility requires an Internet connection either through a network or an Internet Service Provider (ISP). See page 5-5 for details.

Anti-Virus UtilityAnti-Virus Utility

Anti-Virus Utility

Anti-Virus UtilityAnti-Virus Utility

The anti-virus application scans, identifies, and removes computer viruses. View the online help for detailed information.

ADOBE Acrobat Reader V7.0ADOBE Acrobat Reader V7.0

ADOBE Acrobat Reader V7.0

ADOBE Acrobat Reader V7.0ADOBE Acrobat Reader V7.0

Installs the Adobe® Acrobat® Reader V7.0.

ASUS Screen SaverASUS Screen Saver

ASUS Screen Saver

ASUS Screen SaverASUS Screen Saver

Installs the ASUS screen saver.

Cool ‘n’ Quiet SoftwareCool ‘n’ Quiet Software

Cool ‘n’ Quiet Software

Cool ‘n’ Quiet SoftwareCool ‘n’ Quiet Software

Installs the ASUS Cool ‘n’ Quiet software application. See page 3-13.

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3.2.4

3.2.43.2.4

ASUS contact informationASUS contact information

ASUS contact information

ASUS contact informationASUS contact information

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

Contact Contact

Contact tab to display the ASUS contact information. You can

Contact Contact

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The icons on the top right corner of the screen give additional information on the motherboard and the contents of the support CD. Click an icon to display the specified information.

Other informationOther information

Other information

Other informationOther information

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®®

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SoundMAXSoundMAX

SoundMAX

SoundMAXSoundMAX

The ADI AD1888 AC ‘97 audio CODEC provides 6-channel audio capability through the SoundMAX® 4 XL with AudioESP™ software to deliver you the ultimate audio experience. The software implements high quality audio synthesis/rendering, 3D sound positioning, and advanced voice-input technologies.

Install the

SoundMAXSoundMAX

SoundMAX

SoundMAXSoundMAX support CD that came with the system package to activate the 6-channel audio feature.

•

You must use 4-channel or 6-channel speakers for this setup.

®®

4 XL software 4 XL software

4 XL software

4 XL software 4 XL software

®®

Audio Driver and Application Audio Driver and Application

Audio Driver and Application from the

Audio Driver and Application Audio Driver and Application

• SoundMAX that one of these operating systems is installed before installing SoundMAX®.

If the SoundMAX

4 XL software is correctly

4 XL requires Microsoft® Windows® 2000/ XP. Make sure

installed, you will find the SoundMAX® 4 XL icon on the taskbar.

From the taskbar, double-click on the

®®

SoundMAXSoundMAX

the

SoundMAX

SoundMAXSoundMAX

®®

Control Panel Control Panel

Control Panel.

Control Panel Control Panel

SoundMAXSoundMAX

SoundMAX

SoundMAXSoundMAX

SoundMAX® 4 XL icon

®®

4 XL 4 XL

4 X L icon to display

4 XL 4 XL

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Using the Audio WizardUsing the Audio Wizard

Using the Audio Wizard

Using the Audio WizardUsing the Audio Wizard

The Audio Wizard helps you set up the speaker, microphone, and other aduio settings for optimal audio performance.

To configure the speakers and microphone using the Audio Wizard:

1. Click the wizard icon

from the SoundMAX® control panel. The Audio Wizard initial window appears.

You can also launch the wizard by

Configuration Configuration

Configuration button

Configuration Configuration

2. Click

clicking the when AudioESP detects and verifies a newly connected peripheral.

NextNext

Next.

NextNext

3. Select the speaker configuration from the drop-down list. Select Speakers Speakers

Speakers if you have a 6-channel

Speakers Speakers

5.15.1

5.1

5.15.1

audio system.

The jack configuration illustration specifies the correct audio speakers connection.

4. Click

NextNext

Next.

NextNext

5. Adjust a speaker volume, then click Test Test

Test to listen to your configuration.

Test Test

6. Click

NextNext

Next when finished.

NextNext

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7. Adjust the microphone volume, then click

Test Test

Test to

Test Test

listen to your configuration.

The microphone volume screen is disabled when you select a 5.1 speaker configuration.

8. Click

NextNext

Next when finished.

NextNext

9. After adjusting the audio settings, click

Finish Finish

Finish to exit

Finish Finish

the Audio Wizard.

Changing the audio settingsChanging the audio settings

Changing the audio settings

Changing the audio settingsChanging the audio settings

You can change the general audio, listening environment, synthesizer, and microphone settings using the Preferences window of the SoundMAX application.

To change the audio settings using the Preferences window:

1. Click the Preferences icon

from the SoundMAX® control panel. The

Preferences window appears.

2. Click a tab (General, Listening environment, MIDI Music Synthesizer, Microphone) to display the audio settings and preferences.

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General

General General

The

General tab allows you to select and adjust the playback and

General General

recording devices, and the SoundMAX application preferences.

Listening Environment

Listening Environment Listening Environment

The

Listening Environment tab allows you to select the speaker setup,

Listening Environment Listening Environment

set the acoustic environment, enable the Virtual Theater(TM) Surround feature, and set the VirtualEar(TM) mode.

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MIDI Music Synthesizer MIDI Music Synthesizer

The

MIDI Music Synthesizer tab allows you to set the MIDI and

MIDI Music Synthesizer MIDI Music Synthesizer

synthesizer settings for your selected audio configuration.

Microphone

Microphone Microphone

The

Microphone tab allows you to select the microphone setup and

Microphone Microphone

environment.

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3.3.23.3.2

3.3.2

3.3.23.3.2

ASUS PC Probe IIASUS PC Probe II

ASUS PC Probe II

ASUS PC Probe IIASUS PC Probe II

PC Probe II is a utility that monitors the computer’s vital components, and detects and alerts you of any problem with these components. PC Probe II senses fan rotations, CPU temperature, and system voltages, among others. The PC Probe II is available from the support CD that came with your system package. Refer to page 3-4 for installation details.

Launching PC Probe IILaunching PC Probe II

Launching PC Probe II

Launching PC Probe IILaunching PC Probe II

You can launch the PC Probe II right after installation or anytime from the Windows® desktop.

To launch the PC Probe II from the Windows Programs > ASUS Programs > ASUS

Programs > ASUS >

Programs > ASUS Programs > ASUS

PC Probe IIPC Probe II

PC Probe II. The PC Probe II main window appears.

PC Probe IIPC Probe II

desktop, click

Start Start

Start >

Start Start

AllAll

All

AllAll

After launching the application, the PC Probe II icon appears in the

Windows

Using PC Probe IIUsing PC Probe II

Using PC Probe II

Using PC Probe IIUsing PC Probe II

taskbar. Click this icon to close or restore the application.

Main window

The PC Probe II main window allows you to view the current status of your system and change the utility configuration. By default, the main window displays the

Preference Preference

Preference section. You can close or restore the

Preference Preference

PreferencePreference

Preference

PreferencePreference

section by clicking on the triangle on the main window right handle.

Click to close theClick to close the

Click to close the

Click to close theClick to close the Preference panelPreference panel

Preference panel

Preference panelPreference panel

ButtonButton

Button

ButtonButton

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FunctionFunction

Function

FunctionFunction

Opens the Opens the Opens the Opens the Opens the Opens the hard disk drive, memory, CPU usage window Shows/Hides the Minimizes the application Closes the application

Configuration Configuration

Configuration window

Configuration Configuration Report Report

Report window

Report Report Desktop Management Interface Desktop Management Interface

Desktop Management Interface window

Desktop Management Interface Desktop Management Interface Peripheral Component Interconnect Peripheral Component Interconnect

Peripheral Component Interconnect window

Peripheral Component Interconnect Peripheral Component Interconnect Windows Management Instrumentation Windows Management Instrumentation

Windows Management Instrumentation window

Windows Management Instrumentation Windows Management Instrumentation

Preference Preference

Preference section

Preference Preference

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Sensor alert

When a system sensor detects a problem, the main window right handle turns red. Refer to the illustration below.

When displayed, the monitor panel for that sensor also turns red. Refer to

Monitor panels Monitor panels

the

Monitor panels section for details.

Monitor panels Monitor panels

PreferencesPreferences

Preferences

PreferencesPreferences

You can customize the application using the Preference section in the main window. Click the box before each preference to activate or deactivate. Refer to the table below.

PreferencePreference

Preference

PreferencePreference

Always on top the utility main window always appear on top of all

Enable Monitoring Panel the utility displays large (hexagonal) or small

Enable Sound Effect the utility plays a sound everytime you click a button

Run in Boot up Session the utility launches automatically everytime the

Refer to the online help file for detailed information on the application preferences and configuration.

When checkedWhen checked

When checked

When checkedWhen checked

opened windows

(rectangular) monitor panels for system sensors. See the next section for details

on the interface

computer starts

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Hardware monitor panelsHardware monitor panels

Hardware monitor panels

Hardware monitor panelsHardware monitor panels

The hardware monitor panels display the current value of a system sensor such as fan rotation, CPU temperature, and voltages.

The hardware monitor panels come in two display modes: hexagonal (large) and rectangular (small). When you check the option from the

PreferencePreference

Preference section, the monitor panels appear on your

PreferencePreference

Enable Monitoring PanelEnable Monitoring Panel

Enable Monitoring Panel

Enable Monitoring PanelEnable Monitoring Panel

computer’s desktop.

Small displaySmall display

Small display

Small displaySmall display

Large displayLarge display

Large display

Large displayLarge display

Changing the monitor panels positionChanging the monitor panels position

Changing the monitor panels position

Changing the monitor panels positionChanging the monitor panels position

To change the position of the monitor panels in the desktop, click the arrow down button of the

Scheme Scheme

Scheme options, then

Scheme Scheme

select another position from the list box.

OK OK

Click

O K when finished.

OK OK

Moving the monitor panelsMoving the monitor panels

Moving the monitor panels

Moving the monitor panelsMoving the monitor panels

All monitor panels move together using a magnetic effect. If you want to detach a monitor panel from the group, click the horseshoe magnet icon. You can now move or reposition the panel independently.

Adjusting the sensor threshold valueAdjusting the sensor threshold value

Adjusting the sensor threshold value

Adjusting the sensor threshold valueAdjusting the sensor threshold value

You can adjust the sensor threshold value in the monitor panel by clicking the or buttons. You can also adjust

Click toClick to

Click to

the threshold values using the Config Config

Config window.

Config Config

Click toClick to

increaseincrease

increase

increaseincrease

valuevalue

value

valuevalue

You cannot adjust the sensor threshold

decreasedecrease

decrease

values in a small monitoring panel.

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Click toClick to

Click to

Click toClick to

valuevalue

value

valuevalue

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Monitoring sensor alertMonitoring sensor alert

Monitoring sensor alert

Monitoring sensor alertMonitoring sensor alert

The monitor panel turns red when a component value exceeds or is lower than the threshold value. Refer to the illustrations below.

Small displaySmall display

Small display

Small displaySmall display

Large displayLarge display

Large display

Large displayLarge display

WMI browserWMI browser

WMI browser

WMI browserWMI browser

Click to display the WMI (Windows Management Instrumentation) browser. This browser displays various Windows

management information. Click an item from the left panel to display on the right panel. Click the plus sign (+) before

WMI Information WMI Information

WMI Information to display the available information.

WMI Information WMI Information

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DMI browserDMI browser

DMI browser

DMI browserDMI browser

Click to display the DMI (Desktop Management Interface) browser. This browser displays various desktop and system information. Click the plus sign (+) before

DMI Information DMI Information

DMI Information to display the available

DMI Information DMI Information

information.

PCI browserPCI browser

PCI browser

PCI browserPCI browser

Click to display the PCI (Peripheral Component Interconnect) browser. This browser provides information on the PCI devices installed on your system. Click the plus sign (+) before the

PCI Information PCI Information

PCI Information item to

PCI Information PCI Information

display available information.

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UsageUsage

Usage

UsageUsage

Usage Usage

The

Usage browser displays real-time information on the CPU, hard disk

Usage Usage

drive space, and memory usage. Click

CPU usageCPU usage

CPU usage

CPU usageCPU usage

CPUCPU

The

C P U tab displays real-time CPU usage in line graph representation. If

CPUCPU

to display the Usage browser.

the CPU has an enabled Hyper-Threading*, two separate line graphs display the operation of the two logical processors.

*On Intel*On Intel

*On Intel

*On Intel*On Intel

®®

CPUs only. CPUs only.

CPUs only.

CPUs only. CPUs only.

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Hard disk drive space usageHard disk drive space usage

Hard disk drive space usage

Hard disk drive space usageHard disk drive space usage

Hard Disk Hard Disk

The

Hard Disk tab displays the used and available hard disk drive space.

Hard Disk Hard Disk The left panel of the tab lists all logical drives. Click a hard disk drive to display the information on the right panel. The pie chart at the bottom of the window represents the used (blue) and the available HDD space.

Memory usageMemory usage

Memory usage

Memory usageMemory usage

The Memory tab shows both used and available physical memory. The pie chart at the bottom of the window represents the used (blue) and the available physical memory.

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The system motherboard supports the AMD Cool ‘n’ Quiet!™ Technology that dynamically and automatically change the CPU speed, voltage, and amount of power depending on the CPU loading.

Enabling Cool ‘n’ Quiet!™ TechnologyEnabling Cool ‘n’ Quiet!™ Technology

Enabling Cool ‘n’ Quiet!™ Technology

Enabling Cool ‘n’ Quiet!™ TechnologyEnabling Cool ‘n’ Quiet!™ Technology

To enable Cool ‘n’ Quiet!™ Technology:

Cool ‘n’ Quiet!™ TechnologyCool ‘n’ Quiet!™ Technology

Cool ‘n’ Quiet!™ Technology

Cool ‘n’ Quiet!™ TechnologyCool ‘n’ Quiet!™ Technology

• Make sure to install the Cool ‘n’ Quiet!™ driver and application before using this feature.

• The AMD Cool ‘n’ Quiet!™ technology supports AMD Athlon™ XP and higher processors only.

1. Turn on the system and enter BIOS by pressing the <Del> the Power On Self-Tests (POST).

2. Go to the EnabledEnabled

Enabled. See section “5.4 Advanced Menu” for details.

EnabledEnabled

3. Go to the YesYes

Y e s. See section “5.5 Power Menu” for details.

YesYes

4. Save your changes, then exit the BIOS Setup.

5. Set the system. Refer to the next section for details.

Setting the power optionsSetting the power options

Setting the power options

Setting the power optionsSetting the power options

Advanced Advanced

Advanced menu, then set the

Advanced Advanced

Power Power

Power menu, then set the

Power Power

Power Option Properties Power Option Properties

Power Option Properties depending on the operating

Power Option Properties Power Option Properties

Cool ‘n ’ Quiet Cool ‘ n’ Quiet

Cool ‘n ’ Quiet item to

Cool ‘n ’ Quiet Cool ‘ n’ Quiet

ACPI 2.0 SupportACPI 2.0 Support

ACPI 2.0 Support item to

ACPI 2.0 SupportACPI 2.0 Support

key during

Windows® 2000/XP

1. From the Windows® 2000/XP operating system, click the StartStart

Start button. Select

StartStart

Control PanelControl Panel

then

Control Panel.

Control PanelControl Panel

2. Make sure the Control Panel is set to Classic View.

SettingsSettings

Settings,

SettingsSettings

3. Double-click the the Control Panel then select the Screen SaverScreen Saver

Screen Saver tab.

Screen SaverScreen Saver

4. Click the following dialog box appears.

5. From the combo list box, select Power ManagementPower Management

Power Management.

Power ManagementPower Management

OK OK

O K to effect settings.

OK OK

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Display Display

Display icon in

Display Display

Power...Power...

Power... button. The

Power...Power...

Power schemesPower schemes

Power schemes

Power schemesPower schemes

MinimalMinimal

Minimal

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Launching the Cool ‘n’ Quiet!™ applicationLaunching the Cool ‘n’ Quiet!™ application

Launching the Cool ‘n’ Quiet!™ application

Launching the Cool ‘n’ Quiet!™ applicationLaunching the Cool ‘n’ Quiet!™ application

The motherboard support CD includes the Cool ‘n’ Quiet!™ software application that enables you to view your system’s real-time CPU frequency and core voltage.

Make sure to install the Cool ‘n’ Quiet!™ software from the motherboard support CD. Refer to section “3.2.3 Utilities menu”, for details.

To launch the Cool ‘n’ Quiet!™ application:

Windows® 2000 OS

1. Click the

2. Select

StartStart

Start button.

StartStart

Programs > ASUS > Cool & Quiet > Cool & Quiet.Programs > ASUS > Cool & Quiet > Cool & Quiet.

Programs > ASUS > Cool & Quiet > Cool & Quiet.

Programs > ASUS > Cool & Quiet > Cool & Quiet.Programs > ASUS > Cool & Quiet > Cool & Quiet.

Windows® XP OS

1. Click the

2. Select Quiet.Quiet.

Quiet.

Quiet.Quiet.

StartStart

Start button.

StartStart

All Programs > ASUS > Cool & Quiet > Cool &All Programs > ASUS > Cool & Quiet > Cool &

All Programs > ASUS > Cool & Quiet > Cool &

All Programs > ASUS > Cool & Quiet > Cool &All Programs > ASUS > Cool & Quiet > Cool &

The Cool ‘n’ Quiet!™ application window appears and displays the current CPU frequency and core voltage. Click

(X) (X)

(X) to close the window or

(X) (X)

( –) ( –)

( –) to

( –) ( –)

minimize.

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Chapter 4

This chapter gives information about the motherboard that comes with the system. This chapter includes the motherboard layout, jumper settings, and connector locations.

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4.1 Motherboard overview

Motherboard layoutMotherboard layout

Motherboard layout

Motherboard layoutMotherboard layout

27.2cm (10.7in)

DDR DIMM2 (64/72-bit, 184-pin module) DDR DIMM1 (64/72-bit, 184-pin module)

ADAPTER1

PWRSW1

AD1888

AUD_CON

CD AUX

IE1394_1

USB12

FONT

MIC

FONT LOUT

IE1394_2

VGA

LAN_USB34

USB_56

PS/2

T:Mouse B:Keyboard

SB_PWR1

CPU_FAN1

K8M800

BUZZER1

VIA

CHA_FAN1

CR2032 3V Lithium Cell

CMOS Power

IDE_PWR

Socket 754

PRI_IDE

VIA

VT8237R

PCI1

VIA

VT6307

Super

I/O

CLRTC

4Mb

BIOS

26.9cm (10.6in)

SATA1

LED_CON1

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4.2 Jumper

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

Clear RTC RAM (CLRTC)

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

This jumper allows you to clear the Real Time Clock (RTC) RAM in CMOS. You can clear the CMOS memory of date, time, and system setup parameters by erasing the CMOS RTC RAM data. The onboard button cell battery powers the RAM data in CMOS, which include system setup information such as system passwords.

To erase the RTC RAM:

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

2. Remove the onboard battery.

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

4. Reinstall the battery.

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

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

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

Clear RTC RAM

CLRTC

Clear CMOS

2312

Normal

(Default)

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4.3.14.3.1

4.3.1

4.3.14.3.1

Refer to section “1.4 Rear panel” for a description of the rear panel I/O ports.

4.3.24.3.2

4.3.2

4.3.24.3.2

1.1.

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

Primary IDE connector (40-1 pin PRI_IDE)

1.1.

Primary IDE connector (40-1 pin PRI_IDE)Primary IDE connector (40-1 pin PRI_IDE) This connector is for an Ultra DMA 133/100/66 signal cable. The Ultra

DMA 133/100/66 signal cable has three connectors: a blue connector for the primary IDE connector on the motherboard, a black connector for an Ultra DMA 133/100/66 IDE slave device (optical drive/hard disk drive), and a gray connector for an Ultra DMA 133/100/66 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.

Rear panel connectorsRear panel connectors

Rear panel connectors

Rear panel connectorsRear panel connectors

Internal connectorsInternal connectors

Internal connectors

Internal connectorsInternal connectors

• 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 133/100/66 IDE devices.

IDE connector

PRI_IDE

PIN 1

NOTE: Orient the red markings (usually zigzag) on the IDE ribbon cable to PIN 1.

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2.2.

CPU and Chassis Fan connectors (3-pin CPU_FANCPU and Chassis Fan connectors (3-pin CPU_FAN

CPU and Chassis Fan connectors (3-pin CPU_FAN

2.2.

CPU and Chassis Fan connectors (3-pin CPU_FANCPU and Chassis Fan connectors (3-pin CPU_FAN CHA_FANCHA_FAN

CHA_FAN

CHA_FANCHA_FAN

))

)

))

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. You can monitor the CPU and chassis fan rotations using the ASUS PC Probe utility. Refer to page 3-9 for details.

Do not forget to connect te 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!

GND

+12V

CPU_FAN1

Rotation

CHA_FAN1

Fan connectors

3.3.

Internal audio connectors (4-pin CD, AUX)Internal audio connectors (4-pin CD, AUX)

Internal audio connectors (4-pin CD, AUX)

3.3.

Internal audio connectors (4-pin CD, AUX)Internal audio connectors (4-pin CD, AUX)

GND

+12V

Rotation

These connectors allow you to receive stereo audio input from audio sources such as an optical drive, TV tuner, or MPEG card.

Ground

Left Audio Channel

Right Audio Channel

CD (Black)

AUX (White)

Internal audio connectors

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IDE power connector (4-pin IDE_PWR)IDE power connector (4-pin IDE_PWR)

IDE power connector (4-pin IDE_PWR)

4.4.

IDE power connector (4-pin IDE_PWR)IDE power connector (4-pin IDE_PWR)

The IDE power connector is for the IDE power cable. This connector supplies power to the hard disk drive and the slim optical drive.

IDE_PWR

IDE power connector

5.5.

Power switch connector (2-pin PWRSW)Power switch connector (2-pin PWRSW)

Power switch connector (2-pin PWRSW)

5.5.

Power switch connector (2-pin PWRSW)Power switch connector (2-pin PWRSW)

+5V

GND

+12V

This connects to the the system power switch button on the system front panel.

PWRSW

Power switch connector

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6.6.

Rear panel audio connectors (10-1 pin AUD_CON)Rear panel audio connectors (10-1 pin AUD_CON)

Rear panel audio connectors (10-1 pin AUD_CON)

6.6.

Rear panel audio connectors (10-1 pin AUD_CON)Rear panel audio connectors (10-1 pin AUD_CON)

This connector is for the ASUS proprietary rear panel audio board that supports the rear panel audio I/O ports.

AUD_CON

SURR_R LOUT_L

SURR_L

GND

VREFOUT

+5V

LOUT_R LINE_IN_LT LINE_IN_RT

Rear panel audio connector

7.7.

Front panel LED connector (6-pin LED_CON1)Front panel LED connector (6-pin LED_CON1)

Front panel LED connector (6-pin LED_CON1)

7.7.

Front panel LED connector (6-pin LED_CON1)Front panel LED connector (6-pin LED_CON1)

The connector is for the power and HDD activity LED in the system front panel.

Front pannel LED connector

LED_CON1

HDD LED

Power LED

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Serial ATA connector (7-pin SATA1)Serial ATA connector (7-pin SATA1)

Serial ATA connector (7-pin SATA1)

8.8.

Serial ATA connector (7-pin SATA1)Serial ATA connector (7-pin SATA1) This connector is for the Serial ATA signal cables for a Serial ATA hard

disk drive.

SATA1

GND RSATA_RXP1 RSATA_RXN1 GND RSATA_TXN1 RSATA_TXP1 GND

SATA connector

You must install Windows® 2000 Service Pack 4 or the Windows® XP Service Pack 1 before using a Serial ATA hard disk drive.

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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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BIOS setup

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 EZFlash ASUS EZFlash

ASUS EZFlash (Updates the BIOS in DOS mode using the

ASUS EZFlash ASUS EZFlash motherboard support CD.)

ASUS CrashFree BIOS ASUS CrashFree BIOS

ASUS CrashFree BIOS (Updates the BIOS using the motherboard

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

ASUS Update ASUS Update

ASUS Update (Updates the BIOS in Windows

ASUS Update ASUS Update

Refer to the corresponding sections for details on these utilities.

environment.)

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5.1.15.1.1

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

2. Save the BIOS file to a CD, then restart the system.

3. Press <Alt> + <F2> during POST to display the following.

ASUS EZ Flash utilityASUS EZ Flash utility

ASUS EZ Flash utility

ASUS EZ Flash utilityASUS EZ Flash utility

You can use the motherboard support CD to recover the original BIOS file.

K8VQ.ROMK8VQ.ROM

K8VQ.ROM.

K8VQ.ROMK8VQ.ROM

EZFlash starting BIOS update

Checking for floppy... Floppy not found! Checking for CD-ROM...

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4. Insert the CD that contains the BIOS file to the optical 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 not found! Checking for CD-ROM... CD-ROM found! Reading file “K8VQ.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 “CD-ROM not found!” error message appears if there is no CD in the optical drive. A “K8VQ.ROM not found!” error message appears if the correct BIOS file is not found in the CD. Make sure that you rename the BIOS file to K8VQ.ROM.

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ASUS CrashFree BIOS utilityASUS CrashFree BIOS utility

ASUS CrashFree BIOS utility

ASUS CrashFree BIOS utilityASUS CrashFree BIOS utility

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

Prepare the system support CD containing the original or updated BIOS file before using this utility.

To recover the BIOS using the ASUS CrashFree BIOS Utility:

1. Turn on the system.

2. Place the support CD to the optical drive.

3. The utility displays the following message and automatically checks the motherboard support CD for the original/updated BIOS file.

Bad BIOS checksum. Starting BIOS recovery...

Checking for floppy...

Floppy not found!

Checking for CD-ROM...

CD-ROM found!

Reading file “P4SQ-X.BIN”. Completed.

When the original/updated BIOS file is found, the utility automatically

Start flashing...

updates the corrupted BIOS file.

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

The utility restarts the system after the updating process.

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

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5.1.3

5.1.35.1.3

The ASUS Update is a utility that allows you to manage, save, and update the system BIOS file 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 system package.

ASUS Update utilityASUS Update utility

ASUS Update utility

ASUS Update utilityASUS Update utility

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

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 the

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

Utilities Utilities

Utilities tab, then click

Utilities Utilities

Utilities screen menu.

Utilities Utilities

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

ASUS UpdateASUS Update

ASUS Update. See page 3-4 for

ASUS UpdateASUS Update

Drivers Drivers

Drivers menu appears.

Drivers Drivers

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Updating the BIOS through the InternetUpdating the BIOS through the Internet

Updating the BIOS through the Internet

Updating the BIOS through the InternetUpdating the BIOS through the Internet

To update the BIOS through the Internet:

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

the Internet option from the

the Internet the Internet

Update BIOS fromUpdate BIOS from

Update BIOS from

Update BIOS fromUpdate BIOS from

drop-down menu, then click NextNext

Next.

NextNext

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

NextNext

Click

Next.

NextNext

Auto SelectAuto Select

Auto Select.

Auto SelectAuto Select

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

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

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

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

Updating the BIOS through a BIOS file

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

To update the BIOS through a BIOS file:

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

ASUSUpdate. The ASUS Update main window appears.

ASUSUpdateASUSUpdate

Start Start

Start >

Start Start

Programs Programs

Programs >

Programs Programs

ASUS ASUS

ASUS >

ASUS ASUS

ASUSUpdate ASUSUpdate

ASUSUpdate >

ASUSUpdate ASUSUpdate

desktop by

2. Select file file

file option from the drop-down

file file menu, then click

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.

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

LoadLoad

Load

LoadLoad

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5.2.1

5.2.15.2.1

BIOS menu screenBIOS menu screen

BIOS menu screen

BIOS menu screenBIOS menu screen

Menu itemsMenu items

Menu items

Menu itemsMenu items

System Time [11:51:19]

System Date [Thu 05/07/2004]

Primary IDE Master : [ST320413A] Primary IDE Slave : [ASUS CD-S520/A]

System Information

Sub-menu itemsSub-menu items

Sub-menu items

Sub-menu itemsSub-menu items

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5.2.2

5.2.25.2.2

Menu barMenu bar

Menu bar

Menu barMenu bar

Menu bar

Menu barMenu bar

Configuration fieldsConfiguration fields

Configuration fields

Configuration fieldsConfiguration fields

General helpGeneral help

General help

General helpGeneral help

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

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

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

Navigation keysNavigation keys

Navigation keys

Navigation keysNavigation keys

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

MainMain

Main For changing the basic system configuration

MainMain AdvancedAdvanced

Advanced For changing the advanced system settings

AdvancedAdvanced PowerPower

Power For changing the advanced power management (APM)

PowerPower

configuration

BootBoot

Boot For changing the system boot configuration

BootBoot 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.

5.2.35.2.3

5.2.3

5.2.35.2.3

Navigation keysNavigation keys

Navigation keys

Navigation keysNavigation keys

At the bottom right corner of a menu screen are the navigation keys for that particular menu. Use the navigation keys to select items in the menu and change the settings.

Some of the navigation keys differ from one screen to another.

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Menu itemsMenu items

Menu items

Menu itemsMenu items

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

Main shows the Main menu items.

Main Main

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

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

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

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

their respective menu items.

Main menu itemsMain menu items

Main menu items

Main menu itemsMain menu items

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Sub-menu itemsSub-menu items

Sub-menu items

Sub-menu itemsSub-menu items

A solid triangle before each item on any menu screen means that the 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> /<Page Down> keys to display the other

Scroll barScroll bar

Scroll bar

Scroll barScroll bar

Advanced Chipset settings

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

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

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

ICH Delayed Transaction [Enabled]

MPS Revision [1.4]

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

items on the screen.

Pop-up windowPop-up window

Pop-up window

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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 screen is a brief description of the selected item.

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5.3 Main menu

When you enter the BIOS Setup program, the

Main Main

Main menu screen appears,

Main Main

giving you an overview of the basic system information.

Refer to section “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 [Thu 05/07/2004]

Primary IDE Master : [ST320413A] Primary IDE Slave : [ASUS CD-S520/A]

System Information

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

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

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

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

System Time [xx:xx:xx]

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

Allows you to set the system time.

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

System Date [Day xx/xx/xxxx]

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

Allows you to set the system date.

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Primary IDE Master/SlavePrimary IDE Master/Slave

Primary IDE Master/Slave

Primary IDE Master/SlavePrimary IDE Master/Slave

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

Primary IDE Master

Device : Hard Disk Vendor : ST320413A Size : 20.0GB LBA Mode : Supported Block Mode : 16 Sectors PIO Mode : 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] Acoustics [Maximum Performance]

Select the type of device connected to the system.

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

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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]

PIO Mode [4]PIO Mode [4]

PIO Mode [4]

PIO Mode [4]PIO Mode [4]

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] [UDMA6]

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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Acoustics [Maximum Performance]Acoustics [Maximum Performance]

Acoustics [Maximum Performance]

Acoustics [Maximum Performance]Acoustics [Maximum Performance]

Allows you to manage the hard disk drive acoustics. The default Performance Performance

Performance provides no acoustic management. The HDD acoustics

Performance Performance decrease if you set this item to

SilentSilent

Silent, but may reduce the HDD

SilentSilent

MaximumMaximum

Maximum

MaximumMaximum

performance. Configuration options: [Maximum Performance] [Medium] [Silent]

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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.

AMI BIOS Version : 08.00.09 Revision : 01.15.0711 Build Date : 05/04/05 ID : A0242000

System Memory Size : 256MB

LAN MAC EF9FE9F7F7F7 PCIdent Nr Chassis Serial Number System Serial System Serial Number Asset Tag Asset-1234567890

AMI BIOSAMI BIOS

AMI BIOS

AMI BIOSAMI BIOS

Displays the auto-detected BIOS information.

System MemorySystem Memory

System Memory

System MemorySystem Memory

Displays the auto-detected system memory.

LAN MACLAN MAC

LAN MAC

LAN MACLAN MAC

Displays the auto-detected MAC address of the onboard LAN.

PCIdent NrPCIdent Nr

PCIdent Nr

PCIdent NrPCIdent Nr

Displays the chassis serial number.

System SerialSystem Serial

System Serial

System SerialSystem Serial

Displays the system serial number.

Asset TagAsset Tag

Asset Tag

Asset TagAsset Tag

Displays the system’s asset tag.

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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.

Cool N’Quiet [Enabled]

CPU Configuration Chipset Onboard Devices Configuration PCIPnP

Cool N’ Quiet [Enabled]Cool N’ Quiet [Enabled]

Cool N’ Quiet [Enabled]

Cool N’ Quiet [Enabled]Cool N’ Quiet [Enabled]

Adjust system frequency/voltage.

Allows you to enable or disable the AMD cool and quiet function. 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 auto-detected by BIOS.

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HyperTransport (HT) Configuration Memory Configuration

Processor Type : AMD Athlon (tm) 64 processor 2900+ Speed : 1800MHz L1DC Size : 64KB L1IC Size : 64KB L2 Size : 128KB CPUID : 10FC0 Patch ID : 41

HyperTransport Configuration Options.

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HyperTransport (HT) Configuration

HyperTransport (HT) ConfigurationHyperTransport (HT) Configuration

HyperTransport Configuration

HT Frequency [800 MHz] HT DATA Width (Upstream) [16 BIT] HT DATA Width (Downstream) [16 BIT]

Enable link tristate during the disconnected state of an LDTSTOP.

HT Frequency [800 MHz]

Allows you to select the frequency of HyperTransport transfer from K8 CPU to AGP. Configuration options: [200 MHz] [400 Mhz] [600 Mhz] [800 Mhz]

HT DATA Width (Upstream) [16 BIT]

Allows selection of the HyperTransport upstream data width. Configuration options: [16 BIT] [8 BIT]

HT DATA Width (Downstream) [16 BIT]

Allows selection of the HyperTransport downstream data width. Configuration options: [16 BIT] [8 BIT]

Memory ConfigurationMemory Configuration

Memory Configuration

Memory ConfigurationMemory Configuration

The Memory Configuration menu allows you to change the system memory settings. The dimmed items are auto-detected by the BIOS.

Memory Configuration

Memory CLK : 166 MHz CAS Latency (Tcl) : 2.5 RAS/CAS Delay (Trcd) : 3 CLK Min Active RAS (Tras) : 7 CLK Row Precharge Time (Trp) : 3 CLK RAS/RAS Delay (Trrd) : 2 CLK Row Cycle (Trc) : 10 CLK Row Refresh Cycle (Trfc) : 12 CLK Read Write Delay (Trwt) : 4 CLK Read Preamble : 7.5 ns Asynchronous Latency : 8 ns

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Memory Configuration

Memclock Mode [Auto] MCT Timing Mode [Auto] User Config Mode [Auto] Bank Interleaving [Auto] Burst Length [4 Beats] Enable Clock to All DIMMs [Disabled] SoftWare Memory Hole [Disabled]

Memclock Mode [Auto]Memclock Mode [Auto]

Memclock Mode [Auto]

Memclock Mode [Auto]Memclock Mode [Auto]

MEMCLK can be set by the code using AUTO, or if you use LIMIT, you can set one of the standard values.

Allows you to set the memory clock mode. Set by the code using [Auto] or select [Manual] to set using one of the standard values. Configuration options: [Auto] [Limit]

Memcheck to CPU Ratio Memcheck to CPU Ratio

The

Memcheck to CPU Ratio item appears only when you set the

Memcheck to CPU Ratio Memcheck to CPU Ratio

Memclock Mode Memclock Mode

Memclock Mode item to [Limit].

Memclock Mode Memclock Mode

Memcheck to CPU Ratio [Auto]Memcheck to CPU Ratio [Auto]

Memcheck to CPU Ratio [Auto]

Memcheck to CPU Ratio [Auto]Memcheck to CPU Ratio [Auto]

Allows you to set the memory to CPU ratio. Configuration options: [1:1 (DDR 200)] [4:3 (DDR 266)] [3:2] [5:3 (DDR 333)] [2:1 (DDR 400)]

MCT Timing Mode [Auto]MCT Timing Mode [Auto]

MCT Timing Mode [Auto]

MCT Timing Mode [Auto]MCT Timing Mode [Auto]

Allows you to set the MCT timing mode. Configuration options: [Auto] [Manual]

User Config Mode [Auto]User Config Mode [Auto]

User Config Mode [Auto]

User Config Mode [Auto]User Config Mode [Auto]

Allows you to set the user configuration mode. Configuration options: [Auto] [Manual]

Bank Interleaving [Auto]Bank Interleaving [Auto]

Bank Interleaving [Auto]

Bank Interleaving [Auto]Bank Interleaving [Auto]

Allows you to enable or disabled memory bank interleaving. Configuration options: [Auto] [Disabled]

Burst Lenght [4 Beats]Burst Lenght [4 Beats]

Burst Lenght [4 Beats]

Burst Lenght [4 Beats]Burst Lenght [4 Beats]

Allows you to set the memory burst length. Configuration options: [8 Beats] [4 Beats] [2 Beats]

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Enable Clock to All DIMMs [Disabled]Enable Clock to All DIMMs [Disabled]

Enable Clock to All DIMMs [Disabled]

Enable Clock to All DIMMs [Disabled]Enable Clock to All DIMMs [Disabled]

Allows you enable the memory clock to all installed DIMMs. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]

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SoftWare Memory Hole [Disabled]SoftWare Memory Hole [Disabled]

SoftWare Memory Hole [Disabled]

SoftWare Memory Hole [Disabled]SoftWare Memory Hole [Disabled]

Allows you enable or disable the software memory hole. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]

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Chipset

ChipsetChipset

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

AGP Bridge Configuration SouthBridge Configuration USB Configuration

AGP Bridge ConfigurationAGP Bridge Configuration

AGP Bridge Configuration

AGP Bridge ConfigurationAGP Bridge Configuration

Options for VIA AGP chipset.

OnChip VGA Frame Buffer Size [64MB]

VLink 8X Supported [Enabled AGP Mode [AGP 8X] AGP Fast Write [Enabled] Graphics Aperture Size [64MB] AGP 3.0 Calibration Cycle [Disabled] DBI Output for AGP Trans [Disabled]

Enable / Dsable CPU direct frame link tristate during the disconnected state of an LDTSTOP.

OnChip VGA Frame Buffer Size [64MB]

Allows you to set the frame buffer size for the onboard graphic controller. Configuration options: [64MB] [32MB] [16MB] [8MB]

VLink 8X Supported [Enabled]

Allows you to enable the VIA dedicated bus that supports 4X and 8X data transfer rates. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled]

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AGP Mode [AGP 8X]

Allows you to set the speed of the onboard graphics controller. When set to [AGP 4X] mode, the AGP interface only provides a peak data throughput of 1.06GB/s. Configuration options: [AGP 8X] [AGP 4X]

AGP Fast Write [Enabled]

Enables or disables the AGP Fast Write feature. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled]

Graphics Aperture Size [64MB]

Allows you to select the size of mapped memory for AGP graphic data. Configuration options: [256MB] [128MB] [64MB] [32MB]

AGP 3.0 Calibration Cycle [Enabled]

Enables or disables the AGP Fast Write feature. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled]

DBI Output for AGP Trans [Disabled]

Enables or disables the DBI Output for the AGP. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]

SouthBridge ConfigurationSouthBridge Configuration

SouthBridge Configuration

SouthBridge ConfigurationSouthBridge Configuration

MPS Revision [1.4] PCI Delay Transaction [Disabled]

MPS Revision [1.4]MPS Revision [1.4]

MPS Revision [1.4]

MPS Revision [1.4]MPS Revision [1.4]

Sets the MPS revision value. Configuration options: [1.1] [1.4]

PCI Delay Transaction [Disabled]PCI Delay Transaction [Disabled]

PCI Delay Transaction [Disabled]

PCI Delay Transaction [Disabled]PCI Delay Transaction [Disabled]

Enables or disables the PCI delay transaction feature. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]

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USB ConfigurationUSB Configuration

USB Configuration

USB ConfigurationUSB Configuration

USB Configuration

Module Version - 2.23.0-7.4

USB Devices Enabled : None

USB 1.1 Ports Configuration [USB 8 Ports] USB 2.0 Controller [Enabled] Legacy USB Support [Auto] USB 2.0 Controller Mode [HiSpeed]

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

USB 1.1 Ports Configuration [USB 8 Ports]USB 1.1 Ports Configuration [USB 8 Ports]

USB 1.1 Ports Configuration [USB 8 Ports]

USB 1.1 Ports Configuration [USB 8 Ports]USB 1.1 Ports Configuration [USB 8 Ports]

Allows you to set the number of USB ports to activate. Configuration options: [Disabled] [USB 2 Ports] [USB 4 Ports] [USB 6 Ports] [USB 8 Ports]

USB 2.0 Controller [Enabled]USB 2.0 Controller [Enabled]

USB 2.0 Controller [Enabled]

USB 2.0 Controller [Enabled]USB 2.0 Controller [Enabled]

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

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

Legacy USB Support [Auto]

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

Allows you to enable or disable support for legacy USB devices. Setting to Auto allows the system to detect the presence of USB devices at startup. If detected, the USB controller legacy mode is enabled. If no USB device is detected, the legacy USB support is disabled. Configuration options: [Auto] [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 to HiSpeed (480Mbps) or FullSpeed (12Mbps). Configuration options: [HiSpeed] [FullSpeed]

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Onboard Devices ConfigurationOnboard Devices Configuration

Onboard Devices Configuration

Onboard Devices ConfigurationOnboard Devices Configuration

Onboard AC’97 Audio [Enabled] OnChip SATA BOOT ROM [Enabled] Onboard LAN [Enabled]

Onboard LAN BOOT ROM [Enabled]

Onboard IEEE 1394 [Enabled]

Onboard AC’97 Audio [Enabled]Onboard AC’97 Audio [Enabled]

Onboard AC’97 Audio [Enabled]

Onboard AC’97 Audio [Enabled]Onboard AC’97 Audio [Enabled]

Enable or disable High Definition Audio Controller.

Selecting [Enabled] allows the BIOS to detect whether you are using any audio device. If an audio device is detected, the onboard audio controller is enabled. If no audio device is detected, the controller is disabled. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled]

OnChip SATA BOOT ROM [Enabled]OnChip SATA BOOT ROM [Enabled]

OnChip SATA BOOT ROM [Enabled]

OnChip SATA BOOT ROM [Enabled]OnChip SATA BOOT ROM [Enabled]

Allows you to enable or disable the onboard SATA boot ROM. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled]

Onboard LAN [Enabled]Onboard LAN [Enabled]

Onboard LAN [Enabled]

Onboard LAN [Enabled]Onboard LAN [Enabled]

Allows you to enable or disable the onboard LAN controller. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]

Onboard LAN BOOT ROM [Enabled]Onboard LAN BOOT ROM [Enabled]

Onboard LAN BOOT ROM [Enabled]

Onboard LAN BOOT ROM [Enabled]Onboard LAN BOOT ROM [Enabled]

Allows you to enable or disable the onboard LAN boot ROM. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled]

Onboard IEEE 1394 [Enabled]Onboard IEEE 1394 [Enabled]

Onboard IEEE 1394 [Enabled]

Onboard IEEE 1394 [Enabled]Onboard IEEE 1394 [Enabled]

Allows you to enable or disable the onboard IEEE 1394 controller. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]

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PCI PnPPCI PnP

PCI PnP

PCI PnPPCI PnP

The PCI PnP menu items allow you to change the advanced settings for PCI/PnP devices. The menu includes setting IRQ and DMA channel resources for either PCI/PnP or legacy ISA devices, and setting the memory size block for legacy ISA devices.

Take caution when changing the settings of the PCI PnP menu items. Incorrect field values can cause the system to malfunction.

Advanced PCI/PnP Settings

WARNING: Setting wrong values in below sections

may cause system to malfunction.

Plug And Play O/S [No] PCI Latency Timer [64] Allocate IRQ to PCI VGA [Yes] Palette Snooping [Disabled]

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-12 assigned to [PCI Device]

Plug And Play O/S [No]Plug And Play O/S [No]

Plug And Play O/S [No]

Plug And Play O/S [No]Plug And Play O/S [No]

NO: Lets the BIOS configue all the devices in the system. YES: Lets the operating system configure Plug and Play (PnP) devices not required for boot if your system has a Plug and Play operating system.

When set to [No], BIOS configures all the devices in the system. When set to [Yes] and if you install a Plug and Play operating system, the operating system configures the Plug and Play devices not required for boot. Configuration options: [No] [Yes]

PCI Latency Timer [64]PCI Latency Timer [64]

PCI Latency Timer [64]

PCI Latency Timer [64]PCI Latency Timer [64]

Allows you to select the value in units of PCI clocks for the PCI device latency timer register. Configuration options: [32] [64] [96] [128] [160] [192] [224] [248]

Allocate IRQ to PCI VGA [Yes]Allocate IRQ to PCI VGA [Yes]

Allocate IRQ to PCI VGA [Yes]

Allocate IRQ to PCI VGA [Yes]Allocate IRQ to PCI VGA [Yes]

When set to [Yes], BIOS assigns an IRQ to PCI VGA card if the card requests for an IRQ. When set to [No], BIOS does not assign an IRQ to the PCI VGA card even if requested. Configuration options: [No] [Yes]

Palette Snooping [Disabled]Palette Snooping [Disabled]

Palette Snooping [Disabled]

Palette Snooping [Disabled]Palette Snooping [Disabled]

When set to [Enabled], the pallete snooping feature informs the PCI devices that an ISA graphics device is installed in the system so that the latter can function correctly. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]

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IRQ-xx assigned to [PCI Device]IRQ-xx assigned to [PCI Device]

IRQ-xx assigned to [PCI Device]

IRQ-xx assigned to [PCI Device]IRQ-xx assigned to [PCI Device]

When set to [Available], the specific IRQ is free for use of PCI/PnP devices. When set to [Reserved], the IRQ is reserved for legacy ISA devices. Configuration options: [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 [S1 (POS) & S3 (STR) Auto] Repost Video on S3 Resume [No] 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] [S1 (POS) & S3 (STR) Auto]

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Suspend Mode [S1 (POS) & S3 (STR) Auto]Suspend Mode [S1 (POS) & S3 (STR) Auto]

Suspend Mode [S1 (POS) & S3 (STR) Auto]

Suspend Mode [S1 (POS) & S3 (STR) Auto]Suspend Mode [S1 (POS) & S3 (STR) Auto]

Repost Video on S3 Resume [No]Repost Video on S3 Resume [No]

Repost Video on S3 Resume [No]

Repost Video on S3 Resume [No]Repost Video on S3 Resume [No]

Select the ACPI state used for System Suspend.

Determines whether to invoke VGA BIOS post on S3/STR resume. Configuration options: [No] [Yes]

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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 Programmable Interrupt Controller (APIC) mode under Advanced Configuration and Power Interface (ACPI). When enabled, the ACPI APIC table pointer is included in the RSDT pointer list. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]

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]

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

ACPI APIC Support [Enabled]

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

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APM ConfigurationAPM Configuration

APM Configuration

APM ConfigurationAPM Configuration

Power Management/APM [Enabled]

Power Button Mode [On/Off] Suspend Power Saving Type [C3] Restore on AC Power Loss [Last State]

Power on RTC Alarm [Disabled] Power on External Modems [Disabled] Power on PCI Device [Disabled] Power on PS/2 Keyboard [Disabled] Power on PS/2 Mouse [Disabled] Power on Onboard LAN [Disabled]

Power Management/APM [Enabled]Power Management/APM [Enabled]

Power Management/APM [Enabled]

Power Management/APM [Enabled]Power Management/APM [Enabled]

Go into On/Off, or Suspend when Power Button is pressed.

Allows you to enable or disable the Advanced Power Management (APM) feature. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]

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

Power Button Mode [On/Off]

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

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

Suspend Power Saving Type [C3]Suspend Power Saving Type [C3]

Suspend Power Saving Type [C3]

Suspend Power Saving Type [C3]Suspend Power Saving Type [C3]

Allows you to set the suspend power saving type. Configuration options: [C3] [S1]

Restore on AC Power Loss [Last State]Restore on AC Power Loss [Last State]

Restore on AC Power Loss [Last State]

Restore on AC Power Loss [Last State]Restore on AC Power Loss [Last State]

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

Standby Time Out [Disabled]Standby Time Out [Disabled]

Standby Time Out [Disabled]

Standby Time Out [Disabled]Standby Time Out [Disabled]

Allows you to set the time before the system goes on standby. Configuration options: [Disabled] [1 minute] [2 minutes] [4 minutes] [8 minutes] [10 minutes] [20 minutes] [30 minutes] [40 minutes] [50 minutes] [60 minutes]

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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]

The succeeding items appear when the item is set to Enabled.

Power On By RTC AlarmPower On By RTC Alarm

Power On By RTC Alarm

Power On By RTC AlarmPower On By RTC Alarm

RTC Alarm Date (Days)

To set the alarm date, highlight this item and press the <+> or <-> key to make the selection. Configuration options: [Everyday] [1] [2] [3]... ~ [31]

RTC Alarm Hour (Hours)

To set the alarm hour, highlight this item and press the <+> or <-> key to make the selection. Configuration options: [00] [1]... ~ [23]

RTC Alarm Minute (Minutes)

To set the alarm minute, highlight this item and press the <+> or <-> key to make the selection. Configuration options: [00] [1]... ~ [59]

RTC Alarm Second (Seconds)

To set the alarm second, highlight this item and press the <+> or <-> key to make the selection. Configuration options: [00] [1]... ~ [59]

Power on External Modems [Disabled]Power on External Modems [Disabled]

Power on External Modems [Disabled]

Power on External Modems [Disabled]Power on External Modems [Disabled]

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 option: [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 PCI Device [Disabled]Power On PCI Device [Disabled]

Power On PCI Device [Disabled]

Power On PCI Device [Disabled]Power On PCI Device [Disabled]

When set to [Enabled], this parameter allows you to turn 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 PS/2 Keyboard [Disabled]Power On PS/2 Keyboard [Disabled]

Power On PS/2 Keyboard [Disabled]

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

Allows you to use specific keys on the keyboard to turn on the system. This feature requires an ATX power supply that provides at least 1A on the +5VSB lead. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]

Power On PS/2 Mouse [Disabled]Power On PS/2 Mouse [Disabled]

Power On PS/2 Mouse [Disabled]

Power On PS/2 Mouse [Disabled]Power On PS/2 Mouse [Disabled]

When set to [Enabled], this parameter allows you to use the PS/2 mouse to turn on the system. This feature requires an ATX power supply that provides at least 1A on the +5VSB lead. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]

Power On Onboard LAN [Disabled]Power On Onboard LAN [Disabled]

Power On Onboard LAN [Disabled]

Power On Onboard LAN [Disabled]Power On Onboard LAN [Disabled]

When set to [Enabled], this option allows you to use the onboard LAN to turn on the system. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]

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Hardware Monitor

CPU Temperature [32.5ºC/90.5ºF] MB Temperature [36.0ºC/96.5ºF]

Q-Fan Control [Enabled] CPU Target Temperature [53ºC] CPU Fan Speed [1798RPM] Chassis Fan Speed [1534RPM]

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

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.

Q-Fan Control [Enabled]Q-Fan Control [Enabled]

Q-Fan Control [Enabled]

Q-Fan Control [Enabled]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]

CPU Target Temperature [xxºC]CPU Target Temperature [xxºC]

CPU Target Temperature [xxºC]

CPU Target Temperature [xxºC]CPU Target Temperature [xxºC]

Allows you to set the CPU temperature threshold when the CPU fan speed is increased to lower the CPU temperature. The configuration options for this item depend on the recommended Intel

Fan Speed Control (FSC) temperature settings. The Intel® FSC provides target temperature options at 15 ºC with 3 ºC interval.

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.

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 motherboard, the 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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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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1st Boot Device [PM-ST330620A] 2nd Boot Device [PS-ASUS CD-S360] 3rd Boot Device [PXE 2.33]

Boot Device PriorityBoot Device Priority

Boot Device Priority

Boot Device PriorityBoot Device Priority

Specifies the Boot Device Priority sequence

Select Screen Select Item Enter Go to Sub-screen F1 General Help F10 Save and Exit ESC Exit

1st ~ 3rd Boot Device [PM-XXXXXXXXXX]1st ~ 3rd Boot Device [PM-XXXXXXXXXX]

1st ~ 3rd Boot Device [PM-XXXXXXXXXX]

1st ~ 3rd Boot Device [PM-XXXXXXXXXX]1st ~ 3rd Boot Device [PM-XXXXXXXXXX]

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 [Disabled] AddOn ROM Display Mode [Force BIOS] Bootup Num-Lock [On] PS/2 Mouse Support [Auto] Wait for ‘F1’ If Error [Enabled] Hit ‘DEL’ Message Display [Enabled] Interrupt 19 Capture [Disabled]

Quick Boot [Enabled]Quick Boot [Enabled]

Quick Boot [Enabled]

Quick Boot [Enabled]Quick Boot [Enabled]

Allows BIOS to skip certain tests while booting. This will decrease the time needed to boot the system.

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

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 [Disabled]Full Screen Logo [Disabled]

Full Screen Logo [Disabled]

Full Screen Logo [Disabled]Full Screen Logo [Disabled]

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]

PS/2 Mouse Support [Auto]PS/2 Mouse Support [Auto]

PS/2 Mouse Support [Auto]

PS/2 Mouse Support [Auto]PS/2 Mouse Support [Auto]

Allows you to enable or disable support for PS/2 mouse. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] [Auto]

Wait for ‘F1’ If Error [Enabled]Wait for ‘F1’ If Error [Enabled]

Wait for ‘F1’ If Error [Enabled]

Wait for ‘F1’ If Error [Enabled]Wait for ‘F1’ If Error [Enabled]

When set to Enabled, the system waits for the F1 key to be pressed when error occurs. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]

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Hit ‘DEL’ Message Display [Enabled]Hit ‘DEL’ Message Display [Enabled]

Hit ‘DEL’ Message Display [Enabled]

Hit ‘DEL’ Message Display [Enabled]Hit ‘DEL’ Message Display [Enabled]

When set to Enabled, the system displays the message “Press DEL to run Setup” during POST. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]

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

Interrupt 19 Capture [Disabled]

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

When set to [Enabled], this function allows the option ROMs to trap Interrupt 19. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]

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

Select this item to set or change the supervisor password. The Supervisor Password item on top of the screen shows the default After you set a password, this item shows

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.

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The message “Password Installed” appears after you successfully set your password.

To change the supervisor password, follow the same steps as in setting a user password.

To clear the supervisor password, select the Change Supervisor Password then press <Enter>. The message “Password Uninstalled” appears.

If you forget your BIOS password, you clear it by erasing the CMOS Real Time Clock (RTC) RAM. See section “4.2 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.

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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

To set a User Password:

1. Select the Change User Password item and press <Enter>.

2. On the password box that appears, type a password composed of at least six letters and/or numbers, then press <Enter>.

3. Confirm the password when prompted.

The message “Password Installed” appears after you set your password successfully.

To change the user password, follow the same steps as in setting a user password.

Clear User PasswordClear User Password

Clear User Password

Clear User PasswordClear User Password

Select this item to clear the user password.

InstalledInstalled

Installed.

InstalledInstalled

Not InstalledNot Installed

Not Installed. After you set

Not InstalledNot Installed

Password Check [Setup]Password Check [Setup]

Password Check [Setup]

Password Check [Setup]Password Check [Setup]

When set to [Setup], BIOS checks for user password when accessing the Setup utility. When set to [Always], BIOS checks for user password both when accessing Setup and booting the system. Configuration options: [Setup] [Always]

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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.

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

<OK> to save changes and exit.

Select this option only if you do not want to save the changes that you made to the Setup program. If you made changes to fields other than System Date, System Time, and Password, the BIOS asks for a confirmation before exiting.

Discard ChangesDiscard Changes

Discard Changes

Discard ChangesDiscard Changes

This option allows you to discard the selections you made and restore the previously saved values. After selecting this option, a confirmation appears. Select

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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

Exit & Save ChangesExit & Save Changes

Exit & Save Changes or make other changes before

Exit & Save ChangesExit & Save Changes

<OK> to load default

saving the values to the non-volatile RAM.

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