ASUS TERMINATOR 2 T2-AE1 User Guide

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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) ........................................................... 1-4

1.4 Rear panel ............................................................................. 1-5

1.5 Internal components ............................................................ 1-7

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

2.4 Removing the power supply ................................................. 2-4

2.5 Installing a CPU ..................................................................... 2-5

2.6 Installing the CPU fan and heatsink assembly ...................... 2-7

2.7 Installing a DIMM ................................................................... 2-8

2.7.1 Memory configurations ........................................... 2-8

2.7.2 DIMM installation ................................................... 2-10

2.8 Installing an expansion card ............................................... 2-11

2.8.1 Expansion slots ..................................................... 2-11

2.8.2 AGP 8X slot .......................................................... 2-11

2.8.3 Expansion card installation ................................... 2-12

2.8.4 Configuring an expansion card.............................. 2-13

2.9 Installing an optical drive .................................................... 2-14

Basic InstallationBasic Installation

Basic Installation

Basic InstallationBasic Installation

2.10 Installing a floppy disk drive ............................................... 2-17

2.11 Installing a hard disk drive (HDD) ....................................... 2-18

2.12 Reinstalling the power supply unit ...................................... 2-20

2.13 Replacing the cover ............................................................ 2-22

2.14 Connecting external devices .............................................. 2-23

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Chapter 3:Chapter 3:

Chapter 3:

Chapter 3:Chapter 3:

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

3.2 Powering up .......................................................................... 3-2

3.3 Support CD information ........................................................ 3-2

3.3.1 Running the support CD ......................................... 3-3

3.3.2 Drivers menu .......................................................... 3-3

3.3.3 Utilities menu .......................................................... 3-4

3.3.4 ASUS contact information ...................................... 3-6

3.3.5 Other information ................................................... 3-6

3.4 Software information ........................................................... 3-7

3.4.1 ASUS Instant Music ................................................. 3-7

3.4.2 ASUS Radio Player .................................................. 3-9

Chapter 4:Chapter 4:

Chapter 4:

Chapter 4:Chapter 4:

4.1 Introduction .......................................................................... 4-2

4.2 Motherboard layout .............................................................. 4-2

Starting upStarting up

Starting up

Starting upStarting up

Motherboard InfoMotherboard Info

Motherboard Info

Motherboard InfoMotherboard Info

4.3 Jumpers ................................................................................ 4-3

4.4 Connectors ........................................................................... 4-5

Chapter 5:Chapter 5:

Chapter 5:

Chapter 5:Chapter 5:

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

5.1.1 Creating a bootable floppy disk .............................. 5-2

5.1.2 ASUS EZ Flash utility .............................................. 5-3

5.1.3 AFUDOS utility ........................................................ 5-4

5.1.4 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 2 utility ................................ 5-6

5.1.5 ASUS Update utility ................................................ 5-8

5.2 BIOS setup program ........................................................... 5-11

5.2.1 BIOS menu screen ................................................. 5-12

5.2.2 Menu bar ............................................................... 5-12

5.2.3 Navigation keys .................................................... 5-12

5.2.4 Menu items ........................................................... 5-13

5.2.5 Sub-menu items ................................................... 5-13

BIOS InformationBIOS Information

BIOS Information

BIOS InformationBIOS Information

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5.2.6 Configuration fields .............................................. 5-13

5.2.7 Pop-up window ..................................................... 5-13

5.2.8 Scroll bar .............................................................. 5-13

5.2.9 General help .......................................................... 5-13

Table of contents

5.3 Main menu .......................................................................... 5-14

5.3.1 System Time ......................................................... 5-14

5.3.2 System Date ......................................................... 5-14

5.3.3 Legacy Diskette A ................................................5-14

5.3.4 Primary IDE Master/Slave ..................................... 5-15

5.3.5 Onboard PCI S-ATA Controller .............................. 5-16

5.3.6 System Information ..............................................5-17

5.4 Advanced menu .................................................................. 5-18

5.4.1 CPU Configuration ................................................. 5-18

5.4.2 Chipset ................................................................. 5-20

5.4.3 Onboard Devices Configuration ............................5-22

5.4.4 PCI PnP ................................................................. 5-25

5.4.5 Instant Music Configuration .................................. 5-27

5.5 Power menu ........................................................................ 5-28

5.5.1 Suspend Mode ...................................................... 5-28

5.5.2 Repost Video on S3 Resume ................................ 5-28

5.5.3 ACPI 2.0 Support .................................................. 5-28

5.5.4 ACPI APIC Support ................................................ 5-28

5.5.5 APM Configuration ................................................ 5-29

5.5.6 Hardware Monitor ................................................. 5-30

5.6 Boot menu .......................................................................... 5-32

5.6.1 Boot Device Priority .............................................. 5-32

5.6.2 Boot Settings Configuration ................................. 5-33

5.6.3 Security ................................................................ 5-34

5.7 Exit menu ........................................................................... 5-36

AppendixAppendix

Appendix

AppendixAppendix

Power supply specifications ............................................................. A-2

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 Terminator 2 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 ASUS Terminator 2.

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: Starting upChapter 3: Starting up

Chapter 3: Starting up

3.3.

Chapter 3: Starting upChapter 3: Starting up This chapter helps you power up the system and install drivers and

utilities from the support CD.

4.4.

Chapter 4: Motherboard informationChapter 4: Motherboard information

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.

6.6.

AppendixAppendix

Appendix

6.6.

AppendixAppendix The Appendix includes the power supply unit specification for this

system.

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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 Terminator 2 system package for the following items.

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

Item descriptionItem description

Item description

Item descriptionItem description

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ASUS Terminator 2 barebone system with

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• ASUS motherboard

• 200 W Passive PFC power supply unit

• 10/100 Mbps Ethernet LAN port

• CPU fan and heatsink assembly

• 2 x 5.25” drive bays

• 1 x 3.5” floppy disk drive bay

• 1 x 3.5” hard disk drive bay

• 6 x USB 2.0 ports

• 2 x IEEE 1394a ports

• S/PDIF out port

2.2.

CablesCables

Cables

2.2.

CablesCables

• AC power cable

• Serial ATA cable

• Serial ATA power cable

• 2-in-1 disk drive cable

• Floppy disk drive 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

• Optical drive

• Floppy disk drive

(CD-ROM/CD-RW/DVD-ROM/DVD-RW)

Chapter 1

This chapter gives a general description of the ASUS Terminator 2. The chapter lists the system features including introduction on the front and rear panel, and internal components.

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System introduction

1.1 Welcome!

Thank you for choosing the ASUS Terminator 2!

The ASUS Terminator 2 is an all-in-one barebone system with a versatile home entertainment feature.

The system comes in a stylish mini-tower casing, and powered by the ASUS motherboard that supports the AMD Athlon™ 64/Athlon™ XP processor with 800 MHz FSB and up to 2 GB system memory.

Supporting up to six USB 2.0 ports and Ethernet LAN, Terminator 2 offers extensive connectivity, digital entertainment, and efficient networking capabilities to meet your personal as well as business requirements.

With these and many more, the Terminator 2 definitely delivers the cutting edge technology for your computing and multimedia needs!

1.2 Front panel (external)

The front panel includes the system and audio control buttons, system LEDs, and LED panel.

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Floppy drive door. Floppy drive door.

Floppy drive door. Open this door to access the floppy disk drive.

1.1.

Floppy drive door. Floppy drive door.

2.2.

Optical drive door. Optical drive door.

Optical drive door. This door opens when you eject the loading

2.2.

Optical drive door. Optical drive door. tray.

3.3.

Eject button. Eject button.

Eject button. Press this button to eject the optical drive loading

3.3.

Eject button. Eject button. tray.

4.4.

Second optical drive door. Second optical drive door.

Second optical drive door. This door covers a second optical

4.4.

Second optical drive door. Second optical drive door. drive bay.

5.5.

Power button Power button

Power button

5.5.

Power button Power button

6.6.

Power LED Power LED

Power LED

6.6.

Power LED Power LED

7.7.

HDD LED HDD LED

HDD LED

7.7.

HDD LED HDD LED

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

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. Press this button to turn the system on.

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

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written to the hard disk drive

8.8.

Front panel I/O door.Front panel I/O door.

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

8.8.

Front panel I/O door.Front panel I/O door. input/output ports.

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1.3 Front panel (internal)

The optical drive(s), storage card reader slots, and several I/O ports are located inside the front panel doors.

Open the front panel doors by pressing the

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mark.

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Floppy disk drive. Floppy disk drive.

Floppy disk drive. This drive is for a 1.44 MB, 3.5-inch floppy disk.

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Floppy disk drive. Floppy disk drive.

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Optical drive Optical drive

Optical drive

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Optical drive Optical drive

11.11.

Headphone port Headphone port

11.

Headphone port

11.11.

Headphone port Headphone port

(optional)

This is an IDE optical drive.

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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.

14.14.

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

14.

4-pin IEEE 1394a port

14.14.

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

. This port provides high-speed

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

15.15.

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

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6-pin IEEE 1394a port

15.15.

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

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. This port provides high-speed

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

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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.

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GAME/MIDI port GAME/MIDI port

GAME/MIDI port

1.1.

GAME/MIDI port GAME/MIDI port

. This port connects a joystick or game pad for

playing games, and MIDI devices for audio editing.

2.2.

Optical S/PDIF port. Optical S/PDIF port.

Optical S/PDIF port. This port connects your audio system for

2.2.

Optical S/PDIF port. Optical S/PDIF port.

5.1-channel surround sound and enhanced 3D audio.

3.3.

Serial portSerial port

Serial port

3.3.

Serial portSerial port

. This port connects a mouse, modem, or other

devices that conforms with serial specification.

4.4.

PS/2 mouse port PS/2 mouse port

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

4.4.

PS/2 mouse port PS/2 mouse port mouse.

5.5.

PS/2 keyboard port PS/2 keyboard port

PS/2 keyboard port

5.5.

PS/2 keyboard port PS/2 keyboard port

. This purple 6-pin connector is for a

PS/2 keyboard.

6.6.

VGA port VGA port

VGA port

6.6.

VGA port VGA port

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. This port connects a VGA monitor.

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7.7.

Parallel port Parallel port

Parallel port

7.7.

Parallel port Parallel port

. This 25-pin port connects a printer, scanner, or

other devices.

8.8.

Line Out port Line Out port

Line Out port

8.8.

Line Out port Line Out port

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. 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.

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Line In port Line In port

Line In port

9.9.

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.

10.10.

Microphone port Microphone port

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Microphone port

10.10.

Microphone port Microphone port

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. This Microphone (pink) port connects a

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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

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USB 2.0 ports USB 2.0 ports

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USB 2.0 ports

11.11.

USB 2.0 ports USB 2.0 ports

Headphone/2-ChannelHeadphone/2-Channel

Headphone/2-Channel

Headphone/2-ChannelHeadphone/2-Channel

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. These Universal Serial Bus 2.0 (USB 2.0)

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4-Channel4-Channel

4-Channel

4-Channel4-Channel

6-Channel6-Channel

6-Channel

6-Channel6-Channel

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

12.12.

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

12.

LAN (RJ-45) port

12.12.

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

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. This port allows Gigabit connection to a

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Local Area Network (LAN) through a network hub.

13.13.

Expansion slot coversExpansion slot covers

13.

Expansion slot covers. Remove these cover when installing

13.13.

Expansion slot coversExpansion slot covers expansion cards.

14.14.

Chassis fan vent.Chassis fan vent.

14.

Chassis fan vent. This vent is for the fan that provides ventilation

14.14.

Chassis fan vent.Chassis fan vent. inside the system chassis.

15.15.

Power supply unit fan vent.Power supply unit fan vent.

15.

Power supply unit fan vent. This vent is for the PSU fan that

15.15.

Power supply unit fan vent.Power supply unit fan vent. provides ventilation inside the power supply unit.

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Power connector.Power connector.

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Power connector. This connector is for the power cable and plug.

16.16.

Power connector.Power connector.

17.17.

Voltage selector.Voltage selector.

17.

Voltage selector. This switch allows you to adjust the system

17.17.

Voltage selector.Voltage selector. input voltage according to the voltage supply in your area. See the “Voltage selector” section on page 2-21 before adjusting this switch.

18.18.

Expansion card lock.Expansion card lock.

18.

Expansion card lock. This lock secures installed expansion cards.

18.18.

Expansion card lock.Expansion card lock. See page 2-12 for details.

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1.5 Internal components

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

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1. Optical drive

(optional)

2. 5.25-inch empty optical drive bay

3. Floppy disk drive

(optional)

4. Front panel cover

5. Hard disk drive metal tray

6. Chassis fan

7. ASUS motherboard

8. DIMM sockets

9. CPU heatsink and fan

10. AGP slot

11. PCI slot

12. Serial ATA connectors

13. Expansion card slots

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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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Basic installation

2.1 Preparation

Before you proceed, make sure that you have all the components you plan to install in the system.

Basic components to installBasic components to install

Basic components to install

Basic components to installBasic components to install

1. Central processing unit (CPU)

2. DDR Dual Inline Memory Module (DIMM)

3. Expansion card(s)

4. Hard disk drive

5. Optical drive

6. Floppy disk drive

ToolTool

Tool

ToolTool

Phillips (cross) screw driver

2.2 Before you proceed

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

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Use a grounded wrist strap or touch a safely grounded object or a

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The motherboard comes with an onboard standby power LED. This LED lights up to indicate that the system is ON, in sleep mode or in soft-off mode, and not powered OFF. Unplug the power cable from the power outlet and make sure that the standby power LED is OFF before installing any system component.

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.

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Powere

Off

2.3 Removing the cover

To remove the cover:

1. On the rear panel, locate the

three screws that secure the cover to the chassis.

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

3. Slightly pull the cover toward the rear panel until the side tabs are disengaged from the chassis.

4. Lift the cover, then set aside.

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2.4 Removing the power supply

You must remove the power supply unit (PSU) before you can install a central processing unit( CPU) and other system components.

To remove the PSU:

1. Lay the system on its side on a flat, stable surface.

2. Disconnect the optical drive and floppy disk drive power plugs.

3. Remove the screw that secures the PSU to the chassis.

4. Slide the PSU as the zoomed image shows, until the side hook is disengaged from the chassis.

5. Push the PSU towards the front panel for about half an inch.

6. Slightly lift the PSU.

7. Disconnect the power plugs on the motherboard, then set the PSU aside.

When removing the PSU, make sure to hold or support it firmly. The unit may accidentally drop and damage other system components.

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2.5 Installing a CPU

The motherboard comes with a surface mount 754-pin Zero Insertion Force (ZIF) socket designed for the AMD Athlon™ 64 processor in the 754-pin lidded ceramic micro PGA package.

Take note of the marked corner (with gold triangle) on the CPU. This mark should match a specific corner on the socket to ensure correct installation.

Gold triangleGold triangle

Gold triangle

Gold triangleGold triangle

Incorrect installation of the CPU into the socket may bend the pins and severely damage the CPU!

Installing the CPUInstalling the CPU

Installing the CPU

Installing the CPUInstalling the CPU

To install a CPU:

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

CPU Socket 775

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2. Unlock the socket by pressing the lever sideways, then lift it up to a 90°-100° angle.

Make sure that the socket lever is lifted up to 90°-100° angle, otherwise the CPU does not fit in completely.

3. Position the CPU above the socket such that the CPU corner with the gold triangle matches the socket corner with a small triangle.

Socket leverSocket lever

Socket lever

Socket leverSocket lever

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

Gold triangleGold triangle

Gold triangle

Gold triangleGold triangle

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!

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.

6. Install a CPU heatsink and fan following the instructions that came with the heatsink package.

7. Connect the CPU fan cable to the CPU_FAN connector on the motherboard.

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2.6 Installing the CPU fan and heatsink assembly

Make sure to turn off your computer and unplug the cable from the power source before installing the CPU fan and heatsink assembly.

To install the CPU fan and heatsink assembly:

1. Remove the CPU fan and

heatsink assembly from its

packaging and vacuum cover.

2. Place the CPU fan and heatsink

assembly on top of the installed CPU, making sure it fits the retention module.

3. Connect the CPU fan cable to

the CPU fan connector on the motherboard.

4. Align the metal clips to the side

rail of the CPU fan and heatsink assembly, with the locking levers in the reverse orientation.

4. Snap the hook of each metal clip

into the hole of the retention module.

5. Carefully press down each

locking lever and hook its end into the hole of the retention module.

Locking leversLocking levers

Locking levers

Locking leversLocking levers

HookHook

Hook

HookHook

Metal clipMetal clip

Metal clip

Metal clipMetal clip

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2.7 Installing a DIMM

The system motherboard comes with two Double Data Rate (DDR) Dual Inline Memory Module (DIMM) sockets.

The following figure illustrates the location of the sockets:

DIMM1

DIMM2

80 Pins 104 Pins

184-pin DDR DIMM sockets

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Memory configurations

Memory configurationsMemory configurations

You may install up to 2 GB system memory using 256 MB, 512 MB, and 1 GB DDR DIMMs.

• Installing DDR DIMMS other than the recommended configurations may cause memory sizing error or system boot failure. Use any of the recommended configurations in the table on the next page.

• Install only DIMM_A and DIMM_B.

• Always install DIMMs with the same CAS latency. For optimum compatibility, we recommend that you obtain memory modules from the same vendor.

• Due to chipset resource allocation, the system may detect less than 2 GB system memory when you installed two 1 GB DDR memory.

• If you installed two 400 MHz DDR memory modules, the memory frequency downgrades to 333 MHz.

identical identical

identical (the same type and size) DDR DIMM in

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Recommended memory configurationsRecommended memory configurations

Recommended memory configurations

Recommended memory configurationsRecommended memory configurations

SocketsSockets

Sockets

SocketsSockets

ModeMode

Mode

ModeMode

DIMM1DIMM1

DIMM1

DIMM1DIMM1

DIMM2DIMM2

DIMM2

DIMM2DIMM2

Single-channel (1) Installed —

(2) — Installed (3)* Installed Installed

* Use only identical DDR DIMM pairs.* Use only identical DDR DIMM pairs.

* Use only identical DDR DIMM pairs.

* Use only identical DDR DIMM pairs.* Use only identical DDR DIMM pairs.

DDR (400 MHz) Qualified Vendors ListDDR (400 MHz) Qualified Vendors List

DDR (400 MHz) Qualified Vendors List

DDR (400 MHz) Qualified Vendors ListDDR (400 MHz) Qualified Vendors List

SizeSize

Size

SizeSize

256MB KINGSTON HY5DU56822BT-D43 SS KVR400X64C3A/256

512MB KINGSTON HY5DU56822BT-D43 DS KVR400X64C3A/512

512MB KINGSTON HYB25D256809BT-5B DS KVR400X64C3A/512

512MB KINGSTON D328DIB-50 DS KVR400X64C3A/512

256MB SAMSUNG K4H560838F-TCCC SS M368L3223FTN-CCC

512MB SAMSUNG K4H560838F-TCCC DS M368L6423FTN-CCC

256MB MICRON MT46V32M8TG-5BC SS MT8VDDT3264AG-40BCB

512MB MICRON MT46V32M8TG-5BC DS MT16VDDT6464AG-40BCB

256MB Infineon HYB25D256800CE-5C SS HYS64D32300HU-5-C

512MB Infineon HYB25D256800CE-5C DS HYS64D64320HU-5-C

256MB CORSAIR W942508BH-5 SS CMX256A-3200C2PT

512MB CORSAIR VS32M8-5 DS VS512MB400

256MB Hynix HY5DU56822DT-D43 SS HYMD232645D8J-D43

512MB Hynix HY5DU56822DT-D43 DS HYMD264646D8J-D43

VendorVendor

Vendor

VendorVendor

ModelModel

Model

ModelModel

Side/s*Side/s*

Side/s*

Side/s*Side/s*

ComponentComponent

Component

ComponentComponent

Obtain DDR DIMMs only from ASUS qualified vendors. Refer to the Qualified DDR400 vendors list on this page. Visit the ASUS website (www.asus.com) for the latest DDR Qualified Vendors List.

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DIMM installation

DIMM installationDIMM installation

To install a DDR DIMM.

1. Locate the two DIMM sockets on the motherboard.

Retaining clips

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.

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

A DDR DIMM is keyed with a notch so that it fits in only one direction. DO NOT force a DIMM into a socket to avoid damaging the DIMM!

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2.8 Installing an expansion card

In the future, you may need to install expansion cards. The motherboard has one PCI and one AGP 8X slot. The following sub-sections describe the slots and the expansion cards that they support.

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

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PCI slotPCI slot

PCI slot

PCI slotPCI slot

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

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

Expansion slotsExpansion slots

Expansion slots

Expansion slotsExpansion slots

AGP 8X slotAGP 8X slot

AGP 8X slot

AGP 8X slotAGP 8X slot

Keyed for 1.5v

Floppy Accelerated Graphics Port (AGP)

Install only 1.5V AGP cards on this motherboard!

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Expansion card installationExpansion card installation

Expansion card installation

Expansion card installationExpansion card installation

To install an expansion card.

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

2. Pull the expansion card lock to the direction of the arrow.

ExpansionExpansion

Expansion

ExpansionExpansion card lockcard lock

card lock

card lockcard lock

PCIPCI

PCI

PCIPCI slotslot

slot

slotslot

AGP 8x slotAGP 8x slot

AGP 8x slot

AGP 8x slotAGP 8x slot

3. Remove the metal cover opposite the slot that you intend to use.

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

5. Replace the expansion card lock to secure the card to the chassis.

Metal covers

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Configuring an expansion cardConfiguring an expansion card

Configuring an expansion card

Configuring an expansion cardConfiguring an expansion card

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

1. Turn on the system and change the necessary BIOS settings, if any. See Chapter 5 for information on BIOS setup.

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

3. Install the software drivers for the expansion card.

Standard interrupt assignmentsStandard interrupt assignments

Standard interrupt assignments

Standard interrupt assignmentsStandard interrupt assignments

IRQIRQ

IRQ

IRQIRQ

0 System Timer 1 Keyboard Controller 2 Programmable Interrupt 4 Communications Port (COM1) 6 Floppy Disk Controller 7* Printer Port (LPT1) 8 System CMOS/Real Time Clock 9* ACPI Mode when used 10* IRQ Holder for PCI Steering 11* IRQ Holder for PCI Steering 12* PS/2 Compatible Mouse Port 13 Numeric Data Processor 14* Primary IDE Channel

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

IRQ assignments for this motherboardIRQ assignments for this motherboard

IRQ assignments for this motherboard

IRQ assignments for this motherboardIRQ assignments for this motherboard

PCI slot 1 –– shared –– –– –– –– –– –– AGP 8x slot shared –– –– –– –– –– –– –– Onboard USB controller 1 –– –– –– –– –– –– –– shared Onboard USB controller 2 –– –– –– shared –– –– –– –– Onboard USB controller 3 –– –– shared –– –– –– –– –– Onboard USB controller 4 shared –– –– –– –– –– –– –– Onboard LAN –– shared –– –– –– –– –– –– Onboard Audio –– shared –– –– –– –– –– –– Onboard 1394 –– –– –– –– –– shared –– ––

Standard FunctionStandard Function

Standard Function

Standard FunctionStandard Function

When using a PCI card on shared slots, ensure that the drivers support “Share IRQ” or that the cards do not need IRQ assignments; otherwise, conflicts will arise between the two PCI groups, making the system unstable and the card inoperable.

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2.9 Installing an optical drive

The Terminator 2 system comes with two 5.25-inch drive bays for two optical drives.

• You may install a second optical drive only if you installed a Serial ATA hard disk drive.

• Set your second optical drive as Slave device before connecting the IDE cable and power plug. Refer to the optical drive documentation on how to set the drive as a Slave device.

To install an optical drive:

1. Place the chassis upright.

2. Locate the front panel cover hooks.

3. To remove the front panel cover from the chassis, press the top hooks downward and the bottom hooks upward to release them from the metal tabs that secure them in place.

4. Detach the front panel cover top hooks.

5. Slightly push the front panel cover outward until it detaches from the chassis, then set it aside.

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To reconnect the cables, see pages 4-7 and 4-8 for the location of the connectors.

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6. Carefully push the optical drive into the bay until its screw holes align with the holes on the bay as shown.

7. Secure the optical drive with two screws on one side of the bay.

8. Connect a power cable from the power supply unit to the power connector at the back of the optical drive. See page 2-21 for details.

9. Connect the IDE ribbon cable to the IDE interface at the back of the optical drive, matching the red stripe on the cable with Pin 1 on the IDE interface.

10. Connect one end of the optical drive audio cable to the 4-pin connector at the back of the optical drive.

11. Make sure that the other end of the IDE ribbon cable is connected to the primary IDE connector (blue connector labeled PRI_IDE) on the motherboard. See page 4-8 for the location of the primary IDE connector.

12. Connect the other end of the audio cable to the 4-pin CD1 connector on the motherboard. See page 4-10 for the location of the CD audio connector.

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13. Reinstall the front panel cover by aligning its hooks with the chassis holes.

14. Lock the front panel cover hooks to the chassis holes as indicated.

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2.10 Installing a floppy disk drive

The Terminator 2 system comes with one 3.25-inch drive bay for a floppy disk drive.

To install a floppy disk drive:

1. Remove the front panel cover.

For instructions on how to remove the front panel cover, refer to steps 1-5 of section “2.8 Installing an optical drive.”

2. Carefully insert the floppy disk drive into the floppy drive bay until the screw holes align with the holes on the bay.

3. Secure the floppy disk drive with two screws.

4. Connect the floppy disk drive signal cable to the signal connector at the back of the drive.

5. Connect the other end of the signal cable to the floppy disk drive connector (labeled FLOPPY) on the motherboard. See page 4-10 for the connector location.

6. Connect a power cable from the power supply unit to the power connector at the back of the floppy disk drive. See page 2-21 for details on the power supply unit plugs.

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2.11 Installing a hard disk drive (HDD)

The system supports one Ultra ATA/133 IDE or one Serial ATA hard disk drive.

To install an IDE hard disk drive:

1. Locate the HDD tray lock screw on the other side of the chassis.

2. Remove the lock screw with a Philips screw driver. Keep the screw for later use.

3. Slide the HDD tray outward until the tray slots are released from the chassis hooks.

Tray locksTray locks

Tray locks

Tray locksTray locks

4. Place a hard disk drive on the tray with its bottom on the open side. Align the HDD and HDD tray screw holes.

5. Secure the HDD with four screws.

Lock slotsLock slots

Lock slots

Lock slotsLock slots

Tray locksTray locks

Tray locks

Tray locksTray locks

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6. Reinstall the tray and the HDD to the chassis by locking the tray slots to the chassis hooks.

7. Secure the tray with the screw you removed earlier.

8. Connect one end of the 40-pin IDE cable to the IDE connector on the drive.

9. Connect a 4-pin power plug from the power supply unit to the HDD power connector.

10. Connect the other end of the IDE ribbon cable to the primary IDE connector (blue connector labeled PRI_IDE) on the motherboard. See page 4-8 for the location of the primary IDE connector.

To install a Serial ATA hard disk drive:

1. Follow steps 1-7 of the previous section.

2. Connect one end of the supplied 7-pin SATA cable to the SATA connector at the back of the drive, then connect the other end to a SATA connector on the motherboard. See page 4-9 for the location of the Serial ATA connectors.

3. Connect the 15-pin SATA power adapter plug to the power connector at the back of the drive, then connect the other end (4-pin male) to a 4-pin (female) power plug from the power supply unit.

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2.12 Reinstalling the power supply unit

Reinstall the power supply unit (PSU) after installing the system components and reconnecting the cables, .

To reinstall the PSU:

1. Connect the 4-pin 12 V power plug to the ATX12V connector on the motherboard. See page 4-10 for the location of this connectors.

2. Position the PSU over the chassis.

3. Align the PSU side hook with the metal slot located on the side of the optical drive bay.

4. Slide the PSU toward the direction of the rear panel until it fits in place.

5. Secure the PSU with the screw you removed earlier.

Make sure the PSU cables do not interfere with the CPU and/or chassis fans.

6. Connect the 20-pin ATX power plug to the ATXPWR connector on the motherboard. See page 4-8 for the location of this connector.

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Power supply unit plugs

7. Connect the 4-pin power plug to the power connector of the floppy disk drive.

8. Connect the 4-pin power plug(s) to the power connector of the optical drive(s) or hard disk drive.

9. Connect the 4-pin power plug to the power connector of the Serial ATA (SATA) drive.

See the Appendix for the power supply specifications.

Voltage selectorVoltage selector

Voltage selector

Voltage selectorVoltage selector

The PSU has a 115 V/230 V voltage selector switch located beside the power connector. Use this switch to select the appropriate system input voltage according to the voltage supply in your area.

If the voltage supply in your area is 100-127 V, set the switch to 115 V.

If the voltage supply in your area is 200-240 V, set the switch to 230 V.

Setting the switch to 115 V in a 230 V environment will seriously damage the system!

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2.13 Replacing the cover

To replace the cover:

1. Turn the chassis upright.

2. Position the front edge of the cover at least two inches from the front panel cover. Fit the cover tabs with the chassis rail and the front panel tabs.

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

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

5. Secure the cover with the three screws you removed earlier.

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2.14 Connecting external devices

To the front panelTo the front panel

To the front panel

To the front panelTo the front panel

HeadphoneHeadphone

Headphone

HeadphoneHeadphone

MicMic

Mic

MicMic

ScannerScanner

Scanner

ScannerScanner

CameraCamera

Camera

CameraCamera

HDDHDD

HDD

HDDHDD

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To the rear panelTo the rear panel

To the rear panel

To the rear panelTo the rear panel

JoystickJoystick

Joystick

JoystickJoystick

Serial mouseSerial mouse

Serial mouse

Serial mouseSerial mouse

PS/2 KBPS/2 KB

PS/2 KB

PS/2 KBPS/2 KB

VGA monitorVGA monitor

VGA monitor

VGA monitorVGA monitor

RecorderRecorder

Recorder

RecorderRecorder

PSPS

/2 Mouse/2 Mouse

/2 Mouse

PSPS

/2 Mouse/2 Mouse

PrinterPrinter

Printer

PrinterPrinter

Line OutLine Out

Line Out

Line OutLine Out

Card readerCard reader

Card reader

Card readerCard reader

RJ-45RJ-45

RJ-45

RJ-45RJ-45

MicMic

Mic

MicMic

owerower

ower

owerower

outletoutlet

outlet

outletoutlet

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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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Starting up

3.1 Installing an operating system

Terminator 2 supports Windows® 2000/XP/2003 (32-bit) operating systems (OS). Always install the latest OS version and corresponding updates so you can maximize the features of your hardware.

Because motherboard settings and hardware options vary, use the setup procedures presented in this chapter for general reference only. Refer to your OS documentation for more information.

3.2 Powering up

The system has two power buttons located in the front panel. Press the system power button ( ) to enter the OS.

Press to enter thePress to enter the

Press to enter the

Press to enter thePress to enter the

system OSsystem OS

system OS

system OSsystem OS

3.3 Support CD information

The support CD that came with the system contains useful software and several utility drivers that enhance the system features.

•

Screen display and driver options may not be the same for other operating system versions.

•

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

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To begin using the support CD, place the CD in your optical drive. The CD automatically displays the computer.

Running the support CDRunning the support CD

Running the support CD

Running the support CDRunning the support CD

Drivers Drivers

Drivers menu if Autorun is enabled in your

Drivers Drivers

Click an icon to displayClick an icon to display

Click an icon to display

Click an item to installClick an item to install

Click an item to install

Click an item to installClick an item to install

Autorun Autorun

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

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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.

SiS AGP DriverSiS AGP Driver

SiS AGP Driver

SiS AGP DriverSiS AGP Driver

Installs the SiS AGP driver.

SiS Graphics Adapter DriversSiS Graphics Adapter Drivers

SiS Graphics Adapter Drivers

SiS Graphics Adapter DriversSiS Graphics Adapter Drivers

Installs the SiS graphics adapter drivers.

Realtek AC`97 Drivers ApplicationsRealtek AC`97 Drivers Applications

Realtek AC`97 Drivers Applications

Realtek AC`97 Drivers ApplicationsRealtek AC`97 Drivers Applications

Drivers menuDrivers menu

Drivers menu

Drivers menuDrivers menu

ASSETUP.EXEASSETUP.EXE

ASSETUP.EXE to run the CD.

ASSETUP.EXEASSETUP.EXE

Click an icon to displayClick an icon to display other informationother information

other information

other informationother information

Installs the Realtek® AC`97 drivers and applications.

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SiS191/SiS190 Ethernet Device Driver

SiS191/SiS190 Ethernet Device DriverSiS191/SiS190 Ethernet Device Driver

Installs the SiS191/SiS190 ethernet device driver.

SiS180/182 RAID Controller DriversSiS180/182 RAID Controller Drivers

SiS180/182 RAID Controller Drivers

SiS180/182 RAID Controller DriversSiS180/182 RAID Controller Drivers

Installs the SiS180/182 RAID controller drivers.

Make SiS180/182 SATA Driver DiskMake SiS180/182 SATA Driver Disk

Make SiS180/182 SATA Driver Disk

Make SiS180/182 SATA Driver DiskMake SiS180/182 SATA Driver Disk

Allows you to make a SiS180/182 Serial ATA driver disk.

USB 2.0 Card Reader SoftwareUSB 2.0 Card Reader Software

USB 2.0 Card Reader Software

USB 2.0 Card Reader SoftwareUSB 2.0 Card Reader Software

Installs the driver for the storage card reader. This item appears only on Deluxe models.

AMD Cool ‘n’ Quiet DriversAMD Cool ‘n’ Quiet Drivers

AMD Cool ‘n’ Quiet Drivers

AMD Cool ‘n’ Quiet DriversAMD Cool ‘n’ Quiet Drivers

Installs the AMD Cool ‘n’ Quiet!™ Technology driver. Cool ‘n’ Quiet!™ Technology allows the system to dynamically and automatically select the CPU speed, voltage, and power combination that matches the user’s performance requirements.

USB 2.0 DriverUSB 2.0 Driver

USB 2.0 Driver

USB 2.0 DriverUSB 2.0 Driver

Click this item to install the USB 2.0 driver.

3.3.33.3.3

3.3.3

3.3.33.3.3

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

Utilities menuUtilities menu

Utilities menu

Utilities menuUtilities menu

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ASUS PC ProbeASUS PC Probe

ASUS PC Probe

ASUS PC ProbeASUS PC Probe

This smart utility continuously monitors vital system information such as fan rotations, CPU temperature, and system voltages, and alerts you on any detected problems. This utility helps you keep your computer in a healthy operating condition.

ASUS UpdateASUS Update

ASUS Update

ASUS UpdateASUS Update

Installs the ASUS Update that allows you to update the motherboard BIOS and drivers. This utility requires an Internet connection either through a network or an Internet Service Provider (ISP). See page 5-8 for details.

ASUS Radio ApplicationASUS Radio Application

ASUS Radio Application

ASUS Radio ApplicationASUS Radio Application

Installs the ASUS radio application that allows you to tune in to an FM radio station. See page 3-9 for details.

ASUS ScreensaverASUS Screensaver

ASUS Screensaver

ASUS ScreensaverASUS Screensaver

Bring life to your idle screen by installing the ASUS Screensaver.

AMD Cool ‘n’ Quiet UtilityAMD Cool ‘n’ Quiet Utility

AMD Cool ‘n’ Quiet Utility

AMD Cool ‘n’ Quiet UtilityAMD Cool ‘n’ Quiet Utility

Installs the AMD Cool ‘n’ Quiet!™ software.

Adobe Acrobat Reader V5.0Adobe Acrobat Reader V5.0

Adobe Acrobat Reader V5.0

Adobe Acrobat Reader V5.0Adobe Acrobat Reader V5.0

The Acrobat® Acrobat Reader® software is for viewing files saved in Portable Document Format (PDF).

Microsoft DirectX 9.0c DriverMicrosoft DirectX 9.0c Driver

Microsoft DirectX 9.0c Driver

Microsoft DirectX 9.0c DriverMicrosoft DirectX 9.0c Driver

Installs the Microsoft® DirectX 9.0c driver. The Microsoft® DirectX 9.0c is a multimedia techology that enhances computer graphics and sounds. DirectX® improves the multimedia featuers of your computer so you can enjoy watching TV and movies, capturing videos, or playing games on your computer.

Anti-virus UtilityAnti-virus Utility

Anti-virus Utility

Anti-virus UtilityAnti-virus Utility

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

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The Contact tab displays the ASUS contact information.

ASUS contact informationASUS contact information

ASUS contact information

ASUS contact informationASUS contact information

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3.3.53.3.5

The icons on the top right side of the screen provide additional information on the motherboard and the contents of the support CD.

Other informationOther information

Other information

Other informationOther information

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3.4 Software information

Most of the applications in the support CD have wizards that will conveniently guide you through the installation. View the online help or readme file that came with the software for more information.

3.4.13.4.1

3.4.1

3.4.13.4.1

ASUS Instant MusicASUS Instant Music

ASUS Instant Music

ASUS Instant MusicASUS Instant Music

The motherboard is equipped with a BIOS-based audio playback feature called

Instant MusicInstant Music

Instant Music. The onboard audio AC’97 CODEC supports this

Instant MusicInstant Music

feature, which requires an optical drive (CD-ROM, DVD-ROM, or CD-RW).

•

Instant Music only supports CDs in audio format.

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Instant Music does not work if you installed and enabled an add-on sound card.

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Instant Music only supports PS/2 keyboard.

To enable ASUS Instant Music:To enable ASUS Instant Music:

To enable ASUS Instant Music:

To enable ASUS Instant Music:To enable ASUS Instant Music:

1. Connect the analog audio cable from the optical drive to the 4-pin CD connector on the motherboard. See section “4.4 Connectors” for the location of the CD connector.

Make sure to connect the optical drive audio cable. Otherwise, you cannot control the audio volume using the Instant Music function keys.

2. Turn on the system and enter BIOS by pressing the

Delete Delete

Delete key

Delete Delete

during the Power On Self-Tests (POST).

3. In the Instant MusicInstant Music

Instant Music and set it to

Instant MusicInstant Music

Instant Music ConfigurationInstant Music Configuration

Instant Music Configuration menu, select the item

Instant Music ConfigurationInstant Music Configuration

EnabledEnabled

Enabled. See section “5.4.6 Instant

EnabledEnabled

Music Configuration.”

4. The

Instant Music CD-ROM DriveInstant Music CD-ROM Drive

Instant Music CD-ROM Drive item appears if you enabled

Instant Music CD-ROM DriveInstant Music CD-ROM Drive Instant Music. Highlight the item then press <Enter> to display the CD-ROM options.

5. Save your changes and exit BIOS Setup. The hot key is <F10>.

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The Scroll Lock LED is fixed to ON after enabling Instant Music.

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The Caps Lock LED turns ON when you pause the CD playback.

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When set to Instant Music mode, the system wake-up features (LAN, keyboard, mouse, USB) are deactivated. In this case, power up the system using the power switch.

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If the system lost connection or did not detect any optical drive, the Instant Music feature turns OFF (disabled) automatically. A “beep” indicates this condition.

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SCROLL

CAPS

1. Connect the PC power plug to an electrical outlet.

2. Use either one of the two sets of special function keys on your keyboard to play audio CDs. These keys only function as indicated if you enabled the Instant Music item in BIOS.

Instant Music function keys (Set 1)Instant Music function keys (Set 1)

Instant Music function keys (Set 1)

Instant Music function keys (Set 1)Instant Music function keys (Set 1)

CD ON/OFF

Esc F1 F2 F3 F4 F5 F6 F7 F8

PLAY/PAUSE STOP/EJECT PREVIOUS NEXT VOL. DOWN VOL. UP

To guide you in using Instant Music, place the Instant Music label over the function keys on the keyboard. The Instant Music keyboard label comes with your motherboard package.

Instant Music function keys (Set 2)Instant Music function keys (Set 2)

Instant Music function keys (Set 2)

Instant Music function keys (Set 2)Instant Music function keys (Set 2)

CD ON/OFF

PLAY/PAUSE

STOP/EJECT

PREVIOUS NEXT

VOL. DOWN VOL. UP

LOCK LED

3. Connect the speakers to the Line Out (lime) port on the rear panel for audio output. You may also connect a headphone to the headphone port on the rear panel or on the optical drive front panel.

4. Insert an audio CD to the optical drive.

5. Press

6. Press

Esc Esc

Esc to turn on Instant Music.

Esc Esc F1 F1

F 1 or the

F1 F1

Space BarSpace Bar

Space Bar to play the first track on the audio CD.

Space BarSpace Bar

If there is no audio CD inside the optical drive, the drive tray ejects when you press <F1> or <Space Bar>.

7. Refer to the Instant Music keyboard label to select other tracks or control the volume.

8. Press <F2> or <Enter> Press <F2> or <Enter>

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to stop playing the audio CD.

to eject the CD.

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3.4.2

3.4.23.4.2

ASUS Radio PlayerASUS Radio Player

ASUS Radio Player

ASUS Radio PlayerASUS Radio Player

ASUS Radio Player allows you to tune in to an FM station using the optional radio module.

By default, the radio region of the ASUS FM radio module is set to EuropeEurope

Europe. If you purchased the barebone system outside Europe (

EuropeEurope JapanJapan

Japan), you must change the radio region in the BIOS setup to receive

JapanJapan FM radio signals. See section “5.4.1 Instant Music Configuration” for details.

Launching the ASUS Radio PlayerLaunching the ASUS Radio Player

Launching the ASUS Radio Player

Launching the ASUS Radio PlayerLaunching the ASUS Radio Player

USAUSA

USA or

USAUSA

To launch the ASUS Radio Player:

1. Install the

ASUS Radio Application ASUS Radio Application

ASUS Radio Application from the

ASUS Radio Application ASUS Radio Application

support CD. See page 3-4 for details.

2. After installing the application, click ASUS Radio Player V1.0ASUS Radio Player V1.0

ASUS Radio Player V1.0 >

ASUS Radio Player V1.0ASUS Radio Player V1.0

the Windows

desktop.

Start Start

Start >

Start Start

ASUS Radio Player V1.0ASUS Radio Player V1.0

ASUS Radio Player V1.0 from

ASUS Radio Player V1.0ASUS Radio Player V1.0

3. The ASUS Radio Player panel appears.

Utilities Utilities

Utilities tab of the

Utilities Utilities

All Programs All Programs

All Programs >

All Programs All Programs

Station frequencyStation frequency

Station frequency

Station frequencyStation frequency

Preset station listPreset station list

Preset station list

Preset station listPreset station list

Close ASUS RadioClose ASUS Radio

Close ASUS Radio

Close ASUS RadioClose ASUS Radio Minimize ASUS RadioMinimize ASUS Radio

Minimize ASUS Radio

Minimize ASUS RadioMinimize ASUS Radio Power buttonPower button

Power button

Power buttonPower button

ClockClock

Clock

ClockClock

Increase the volumeIncrease the volume

Increase the volume

Increase the volumeIncrease the volume Decrease the volumeDecrease the volume

Decrease the volume

Decrease the volumeDecrease the volume

Mute/Sound on buttonMute/Sound on button

Mute/Sound on button

Mute/Sound on buttonMute/Sound on button

ASUSASUS

ASUS

ASUSASUS

Tune leftTune left

Tune left

Tune leftTune left

Scan leftScan left

Scan left

Scan leftScan left

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Stop

StopStop

Tune rightTune right

Tune right

Tune rightTune right

Scan rightScan right

Scan right

Scan rightScan right

Store buttonStore button

Store button

Store buttonStore button

Edit buttonEdit button

Edit button

Edit buttonEdit button

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Storing a radio station

Storing a radio stationStoring a radio station

To store a radio station:

1. Use the buttons to tune into a radio station you wish to store.

2. Click the Store ChannelStore Channel

Store Channel window

Store ChannelStore Channel appears.

3. Assign a number) to the radio station using the arrow buttons.

4. Type the station name in the field, then click

5. The stored channel is displayed in the preset station list.

Editing a stored radioEditing a stored radio

Editing a stored radio

Editing a stored radioEditing a stored radio

To edit a stored radio station:

1. Click the Edit ChannelEdit Channel

Edit Channel window

Edit ChannelEdit Channel appears.

Scan Scan

Scan or

Scan Scan

Store Store

Store button. A

Store Store

Channel Channel

Channel (preset

Channel Channel

Edit Edit

Edit button. An

Edit Edit

TuneTune

Tune

TuneTune

OKOK

OK.

OKOK

2. Select a radio station you want to edit, then click the Edit Edit

E d i t button.

Edit Edit

3. Another window appears.

4. Edit the station frequency and name.

OK OK

Click

O K when you are done.

OK OK

Edit ChannelEdit Channel

Edit Channel

Edit ChannelEdit Channel

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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 Introduction

24.89cm (9.8in)

The ASUS Terminator 2 motherboard comes already installed in the ASUS Terminator 2 system. This chapter provides technical information about the motherboard for future upgrades or system reconfiguration.

4.2 Motherboard layout

KBMS

VGA

LPT

Line Out

Line

Mic

USB12

LAN_USB34

1394SEL

AUX

FP_AUDIO

VIA

VT6307

IE1394_0

IOC_MB

ALC655

RTL8201CL

IE1394_1

ATX12V

CHA_FAN

SPDIF_OUT

USBPW12 USBPW34

PCI

Socket 754

SiS

760GX

AGP

BUZZ

USB56 USB78

CPU_FAN

Super

I/O

ATXPWR

Flash BIOS

FLOPPY

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

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

PRI_IDE

DJ_BTN

BAT

SiS

965L

PANEL

SATA2 SATA1

20.06cm (7.9in)

LCD_PANEL

SB_PWR

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4.3 Jumpers

1.1.

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

Clear RTC RAM (CLRTC)

1.1.

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

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

To erase the RTC RAM:

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

2. Remove the battery.

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

4. Re-install the battery.

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

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

CLRTC

2 1

Normal Clear CMO

Clear RTC RAM

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

(Default)

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USB device wake-up (3-pin USBPWR12, USBPWR34)USB device wake-up (3-pin USBPWR12, USBPWR34)

USB device wake-up (3-pin USBPWR12, USBPWR34)

2.2.

USB device wake-up (3-pin USBPWR12, USBPWR34)USB device wake-up (3-pin USBPWR12, USBPWR34) The USBPWR12 and USBPWR34 jumpers are for the rear USB ports.

Set these jumpers to +5V to wake up the computer from S1 sleep mode (CPU stopped, DRAM refreshed, system running in low power mode) using the connected USB devices. Set to +5VSB to wake up from S3 and S4 sleep modes (no power to CPU, DRAM in slow refresh, power supply in reduced power mode).

USBPW12 USBPW34

+5V

+5VSB

(Defaul

USB device wake up

• The USB device wake-up feature requires a power supply that can provide 500 mA on the +5VSB lead for each USB port; otherwise, the system would not power up.

• The total current consumed must NOT exceed the power supply capability (+5VSB) whether under normal condition or in sleep mode.

2.2.

1394 setting (3-pin 1394SEL)1394 setting (3-pin 1394SEL)

1394 setting (3-pin 1394SEL)

2.2.

1394 setting (3-pin 1394SEL)1394 setting (3-pin 1394SEL) Keep the default setting (1-2) to enable support for IEEE 1394a

devices. To disable, move the jumper caps to pins 2-3.

1394SEL

1394 setting

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Disabl

4.4 Connectors

This section describes and illustrates the connectors on the motherboard. See page 1-7 for the description of rear panel connectors.

1.1.

Front panel USB connector (10-1 pin USB56)Front panel USB connector (10-1 pin USB56)

Front panel USB connector (10-1 pin USB56)

1.1.

Front panel USB connector (10-1 pin USB56)Front panel USB connector (10-1 pin USB56) The USB56 connector on the motherboard is for the USB_2 connector

on the front panel I/O daughterboard to support the USB 2.0 ports on the front panel.

USB Power

USB5–

USB5+

GND

USB4+

USB4-–

USB Power

USB connector

USB56

110 29

2.2.

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

Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin FP_AUDIO)

2.2.

Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin FP_AUDIO)Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin FP_AUDIO) This interface is for the FP_AUD connector on the front panel I/O

daughterboard to support the front panel audio I/O ports.

+5VA

BLINE_OUT_L

BLINE_OUT_R

AGND

FP_AUDIO

MIC2

Front panel audio connector

MICPWR

Line out_R

Line out_L

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IEEE 1394a connectors (6-pin IE13IEEE 1394a connectors (6-pin IE13

IEEE 1394a connectors (6-pin IE13

3.3.

IEEE 1394a connectors (6-pin IE13IEEE 1394a connectors (6-pin IE13

94_1, 8-pin IE1394_0)94_1, 8-pin IE1394_0)

94_1, 8-pin IE1394_0)

94_1, 8-pin IE1394_0)94_1, 8-pin IE1394_0)

These connectors are for the IEEE 1394a connectors on the front panel I/O daughterboard to support the front panel IEEE 1394a ports.

Connect the IE1394_0 motherboard connector to the 1394_1 daughterboard connector, and connect the IE1394_1 motherboard connector to the 1394_2 daughterboard connector.

IEEE 1394 connectors

NEVER connect a will damage the motherboard!

4.4.

Digital audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT)Digital audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT)

Digital audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT)

4.4.

Digital audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT)Digital audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT)

USB cable USB cable

USB cable to the IEEE 1394a connector. Doing so

USB cable USB cable

(A) is for the SPDIF_OUT connector on the motherboard while (B) is for the rear panel S/PDIF Out port.

SPDIF_OUT

GND

SPDIFOUT

+5V

Digital audio connector

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5.5.

CPU_FAN

I/O extension module (22-pin IOC_MB)I/O extension module (22-pin IOC_MB)

I/O extension module (22-pin IOC_MB)

5.5.

I/O extension module (22-pin IOC_MB)I/O extension module (22-pin IOC_MB) This connector is for the CGAEX extension module. The CGAEX

extension module supports the rear panel GAME/MIDI and serial ports.

COM1

IOC_DC

CGAEX

GAME

IOC_MB connector

6.6.

CPU and chassis fan connectors (3-pin CPU_FAN,CPU and chassis fan connectors (3-pin CPU_FAN,

CPU and chassis fan connectors (3-pin CPU_FAN,

6.6.

CPU and chassis fan connectors (3-pin CPU_FAN,CPU and chassis fan connectors (3-pin CPU_FAN, 3-pin CHA_FAN)3-pin CHA_FAN)

3-pin CHA_FAN)

3-pin CHA_FAN)3-pin CHA_FAN) The fan connectors support the proprietary CPU fan and chassis fan.

Connect the fan cable to the connector matching the black wire to the ground pin.

GND

CPUFANIN

CPUFANPWR

CHA_FAN

GND CPUFANPWR SYSFANIN

Fan connectors

Do not forget to connect the fan cables to the fan connectors. Lack of sufficient air flow within the system may damage the motherboard components. These are not jumpers! DO NOT place jumper caps on the fan connectors!

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ATX power connectors (20-pin ATXPWR, 4-pin ATX12V)ATX power connectors (20-pin ATXPWR, 4-pin ATX12V)

ATX power connectors (20-pin ATXPWR, 4-pin ATX12V)

7.7.

ATX power connectors (20-pin ATXPWR, 4-pin ATX12V)ATX power connectors (20-pin ATXPWR, 4-pin ATX12V) These connectors are for the 20-pin and 4-pin power plugs from the

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

ATX12V

GND

+12V DC

ATX power connectors

GND +12V DC

+12.0VDC

+5VSB

PWR_OK

COM

+5.0VDC

COM

+5.0VDC

COM +3.3VDC +3.3VDC

ATXPWR

+5.0VDC +5.0VDC

-5.0VDC COM COM COM PS_ON# COM

-12.0VDC +3.3VDC

8.8.

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

IDE connector (40-1 pin PRI_IDE)

8.8.

IDE connector (40-1 pin PRI_IDE)IDE connector (40-1 pin PRI_IDE) The PRI_IDE connector is for the UltraATA100 IDE hard disk ribbon

cable. Connect the cable’s blue connector to the IDE connector, then connect the gray connector to a slave device (optical drive) and the black connector to the UltraATA100 master device (hard disk drive). Refer to the hard disk documentation for the jumper settings.

•

Pin 20 on the IDE connector is removed to match the covered hole on the UltraATA cable connector. This prevents incorrect orientation when you connect the cables.

•

For Ultra ATA/133 IDE devices, use an 80-conductor IDE cable.

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

PRI_IDE

PIN 1

IDE connector

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9.9.

Serial ATA connectorsSerial ATA connectors

Serial ATA connectors

9.9.

Serial ATA connectorsSerial ATA connectors (7-pin SATA1 [black], SATA2 [black])(7-pin SATA1 [black], SATA2 [black])

(7-pin SATA1 [black], SATA2 [black])

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

hard disk drives.

SATA1

GND

TXP1

TXN1

GND RXP1 RXN1

GND

SATA2

GND

TXP2

TXN2

GND RXP2 RXN2

SATA connectors

Important notes on Serial ATAImportant notes on Serial ATA

Important notes on Serial ATA

Important notes on Serial ATAImportant notes on Serial ATA

GND

• You must install Windows

2000 Service Pack 4 or the Windows® XP

Service Pack 1 before using Serial ATA hard disk drives.

• When using the connectors in

tandard IDE tandard IDE

tandard IDE mode, connect the

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

Serial ATA hard disk drive connectionSerial ATA hard disk drive connection

Serial ATA hard disk drive connection

Serial ATA hard disk drive connectionSerial ATA hard disk drive connection

ConnectorConnector

Connector

ConnectorConnector

SATA1SATA1

SATA1

SATA1SATA1

SATA2SATA2

SATA2

SATA2SATA2

ColorColor

Color

ColorColor

BlackBlack

Black

BlackBlack

Black

BlackBlack

SettingSetting

Setting

SettingSetting

MasterMaster

Master

MasterMaster

SlaveSlave

Slave

SlaveSlave

Boot diskBoot disk

Boot disk

Boot diskBoot disk

Data diskData disk

Data disk

Data diskData disk

UseUse

Use

UseUse

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10.10.

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

10.

Internal audio connectors (4-pin AUX, CD)

10.10.

Internal audio connectors (4-pin AUX, CD)Internal audio connectors (4-pin AUX, CD) These connectors allow you to receive stereo audio input from sound

sources such as a CD-ROM, TV tuner, or MPEG card.

AUX CD

Ground

Left Audio Channel

Internal audio connectors

11.11.

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

11.

Floppy disk drive connector (34-1 pin FLOPPY)

11.11.

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

Right Audio Channel

Ground

Left Audio Channel

Right Audio Channel

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

FLOPPY

PIN 1

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

Floppy disk drive connector

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

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12.12.

System panel connector (8-1 pin PANEL)System panel connector (8-1 pin PANEL)

12.

System panel connector (8-1 pin PANEL)

12.12.

System panel connector (8-1 pin PANEL)System panel connector (8-1 pin PANEL) This connector accommodates several system front panel functions.

PWR

GNDPLED-

RESETHDLED+

PANEL

PLED+

HDLED-

PLED HDLED

Requires an ATX power suppl

System panel connector

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

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System power LED (2-pin PLED)

System power LED (2-pin PLED)System power LED (2-pin PLED) This 2-pin connector is for the system power LED. Connect the chassis power LED cable to this connector. The system power LED lights up when you turn on the system power, and blinks when the system is in sleep mode.

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

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Hard disk drive activity (2-pin HDLED)

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

Power/Soft-off button (2-pin PWR)Power/Soft-off button (2-pin PWR)

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Power/Soft-off button (2-pin PWR)

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

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Chapter 5

This chapter tells how to change system settings through the BIOS Setup menus and describes the BIOS parameters.

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5.1 Managing and updating your BIOS

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

ASUS AFUDOS ASUS AFUDOS

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

ASUS AFUDOS ASUS AFUDOS floppy disk.)

ASUS EZ Flash ASUS EZ Flash

ASUS EZ Flash (Updates the BIOS using a floppy disk during POST.)

ASUS EZ Flash ASUS EZ Flash ASUS CrashFree BIOS 2 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 2

ASUS CrashFree BIOS 2 (Updates the BIOS using a bootable

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

ASUS Update ASUS Update

ASUS Update (Updates the BIOS in Windows

ASUS Update ASUS Update

Refer to the corresponding sections for details on these utilities.

Save a copy of the original motherboard BIOS file to a bootable floppy disk in case you need to restore the BIOS in the future. Copy the original motherboard BIOS using the ASUS Update or AFUDOS utilities.

environment.)

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Creating a bootable floppy diskCreating a bootable floppy disk

Creating a bootable floppy disk

Creating a bootable floppy diskCreating a bootable floppy disk

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

DOS environment

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

then press <Enter>.

Windows® XP environment

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

ComputerComputer

Computer.

ComputerComputer

Start Start

Start from the Windows

Start Start

desktop, then select

MyMy

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

e. Select options field, then click

File File

File from the menu, then select

File File

Floppy DiskFloppy Disk

Floppy Disk window appears.

Floppy DiskFloppy Disk

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

Create an MS-DOS startup disk from the format

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

StartStart

Start.

StartStart

FormatFormat

Format. A

FormatFormat

Format 3 1/2Format 3 1/2

Format 3 1/2

Format 3 1/2Format 3 1/2

Windows® 2000 environment

To create a set of boot disks for Windows

2000:

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b. Insert the Windows c. Click

StartStart

Start, then select

StartStart

2000 CD to the optical drive.

RunRun

Run.

RunRun

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d. From the Open field, type

D:\bootdisk\makeboot a:

assuming that D: is your optical drive.

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

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

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ASUS EZ Flash utility

ASUS EZ Flash utilityASUS EZ Flash utility

The ASUS EZ Flash feature allows you to update the BIOS without having to go through the long process of booting from a floppy disk and using a DOS-based utility. The EZ Flash utility is built-in the BIOS chip so it is accessible by pressing <Alt> + <F2> during the Power-On Self Tests (POST).

To update the BIOS using EZ Flash:

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

K8ST.ROMK8ST.ROM

K8ST.ROM.

K8ST.ROMK8ST.ROM

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

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

EZFlash starting BIOS update Checking for floppy...

4. Insert the floppy disk that contains the BIOS file to the floppy disk drive. When the correct BIOS file is found, EZ Flash performs the BIOS update process and automatically reboots the system when done.

EZFlash starting BIOS update Checking for floppy... Floppy found! Reading file “K8ST.ROM”. Completed.

Start erasing.......|

Start programming...| Flashed successfully. Rebooting.

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

• A “Floppy not found!” error message appears if there is no floppy disk in the drive. A “K8ST.ROM not found!” error message appears if the correct BIOS file is not found in the floppy disk. Make sure that you rename the BIOS file to K8ST.ROM.

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AFUDOS utility

AFUDOS utilityAFUDOS utility

The AFUDOS utility allows you to update the BIOS file in DOS environment using a bootable floppy disk with the updated BIOS file. This utility also allows you to copy the current BIOS file that you can use as backup when the BIOS fails or gets corrupted during the updating process.

Copying the current BIOSCopying the current BIOS

Copying the current BIOS

Copying the current BIOSCopying the current BIOS

To copy the current BIOS file using the AFUDOS utility:

• Make sure that the floppy disk is not write-protected and has at least 600 KB free space to save the file.

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

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

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

afudos /o[filename]

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

A:\>afudos /oOLDBIOS1.ROM

Main filenameMain filename

Main filename

Main filenameMain filename

Extension nameExtension name

Extension name

Extension nameExtension name

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

A:\>afudos /oOLDBIOS1.ROM

AMI Firmware Update Utility - Version 1.10

Reading flash ..... done

A:\>

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

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Updating the BIOS fileUpdating the BIOS file

Updating the BIOS file

Updating the BIOS fileUpdating the BIOS file

To update the BIOS file using the AFUDOS utility:

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

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

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

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

afudos /i[filename]

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

A:\>afudos /iK8ST.ROM

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

WARNING!! Do not turn off power during flash BIOS

Reading file ..... done

Reading flash .... done

Search bootblock version

Advance Check........

Erasing flash .... done

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

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

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WARNING!! Do not turn off power during flash BIOS

Reading file ..... done

Reading flash .... done

Search bootblock version

Advance Check.........

Erasing flash ..... done

Writing flash ..... done

Verifying flash ... done

Please restart your computer

A:\>

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ASUS CrashFree BIOS 2 utility

ASUS CrashFree BIOS 2 utilityASUS CrashFree BIOS 2 utility

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

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

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

Recovering the BIOS from a floppy diskRecovering the BIOS from a floppy disk

Recovering the BIOS from a floppy disk

Recovering the BIOS from a floppy diskRecovering the BIOS from a floppy disk

K8ST.ROMK8ST.ROM

K8ST.ROM.

K8ST.ROMK8ST.ROM

To recover the BIOS from a floppy disk:

1. Turn on the system.

2. Insert the floppy disk with the original or updated BIOS file to the floppy disk drive.

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

Bad BIOS checksum. Starting BIOS recovery...

Checking for floppy...

When found, the utility reads the BIOS file and starts flashing the corrupted BIOS file.

Bad BIOS checksum. Starting BIOS recovery... Checking for floppy... Floppy found! Reading file “K8ST.ROM”. Completed. Start flashing...

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

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

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

Recovering the BIOS from the support CD

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

To recover the BIOS from the support CD:

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

2. Insert the support CD to the optical drive.

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

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

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

Bad BIOS checksum. Starting BIOS recovery... Checking for floppy... Floppy not found! Checking for CD-ROM... CD-ROM found! Reading file “K8ST.ROM”. Completed. Start flashing...

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

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

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ASUS Update utility

ASUS Update utilityASUS Update utility

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

• Save the current BIOS file

• Download the latest BIOS file from the Internet

• Update the BIOS from an updated BIOS file

• Update the BIOS directly from the Internet, and

• View the BIOS version information.

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

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

Installing ASUS UpdateInstalling ASUS Update

Installing ASUS Update

Installing ASUS UpdateInstalling ASUS Update

To install ASUS Update:

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

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

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

VX.XX.XXVX.XX.XX

Utilities Utilities

Utilities tab, then click

Utilities Utilities

Install ASUS UpdateInstall ASUS Update

Install ASUS Update

Install ASUS UpdateInstall ASUS Update

Utilities Utilities

Utilities screen menu.

Utilities Utilities

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

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

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Drivers menu appears.

Drivers Drivers

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Updating the BIOS through the Internet

Updating the BIOS through the InternetUpdating the BIOS through the Internet

To update the BIOS through the Internet:

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

Start >

Start Start

Programs Programs

Programs >

Programs Programs

ASUS ASUS

ASUS >

ASUS ASUS

ASUSUpdate ASUSUpdate

ASUSUpdate >

ASUSUpdate ASUSUpdate

desktop by clicking

ASUSUpdateASUSUpdate

ASUSUpdate. The

ASUSUpdateASUSUpdate

ASUS Update main window appears.

2. Select the Internet the Internet

the Internet option from the

the Internet the Internet

Update BIOS fromUpdate BIOS from

Update BIOS from

Update BIOS fromUpdate BIOS from

drop-down menu, then click NextNext

Next.

NextNext

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NextNext

Click

Next.

NextNext

Auto SelectAuto Select

Auto Select.

Auto SelectAuto Select

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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>. You can also restart by turning the system off and then back on. Do this last option only if the first two failed.

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

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

Default Settings item under the Exit Menu. See section “5.7 Exit

Default SettingsDefault Settings Menu.”

• The BIOS setup screens shown in this section are for reference purposes only, and may not exactly match what you see on your screen.

LoadLoad

Load

LoadLoad

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

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BIOS menu screen

BIOS menu screenBIOS menu screen

Menu itemsMenu items

Menu items

Menu itemsMenu items

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Primary IDE Master : [ST320410A] Primary IDE Slave : [ASUS CD-S520/A]

Onboard PCI S-ATA Controller : [Disabled]

System Information

Sub-menu itemsSub-menu items

Sub-menu items

Sub-menu itemsSub-menu items

Menu barMenu bar

Menu bar

Menu barMenu bar

Configuration fieldsConfiguration fields

Configuration fields

Configuration fieldsConfiguration fields

General helpGeneral help

General help

General helpGeneral help

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

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

Navigation keysNavigation keys

Navigation keys

Navigation keysNavigation keys

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Menu bar

Menu barMenu bar

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

MainMain

Main For changing the basic system configuration

MainMain AdvancedAdvanced

Advanced For changing the advanced system settings

AdvancedAdvanced PowerPower

Power For changing the advanced power management (APM)

PowerPower

configuration

BootBoot

Boot For changing the system boot configuration

BootBoot ExitExit

Exit For selecting the exit options and loading default

ExitExit

settings

To select an item on the menu bar, press the right or left arrow key on the keyboard until the desired item is highlighted.

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Navigation keys

Navigation keysNavigation keys

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

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Menu items

Menu itemsMenu items

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

Main shows the Main menu items.

Main Main

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

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Onboard PCI S-ATA controller [Disabled]

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Main menu itemsMain menu items

Main menu items

Main menu itemsMain menu items

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Sub-menu items

Sub-menu itemsSub-menu items

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

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Configuration fields

Configuration fieldsConfiguration fields

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

A configurable field is enclosed in brackets, and is highlighted when selected. To change the value of a field, select it then press <Enter> to display a list of options. Refer to “5.2.7 Pop-up window.”

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Pop-up window

Pop-up windowPop-up window

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

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Scroll bar

Scroll barScroll bar

A scroll bar appears on the right side of a menu screen when there are items that do not fit on the screen. Press the Up/Down arrow keys or <Page Up> /<Page Down> keys to display the other items on the screen.

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General help

General helpGeneral help

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

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

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

Pop-up windowPop-up window

Pop-up window

Pop-up windowPop-up window

Scroll barScroll bar

Scroll bar

Scroll barScroll bar

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

Refer to section “5.2.1 BIOS menu screen” for information on the menu screen items and how to navigate through them.

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Primary IDE Master : [ST320410A] Primary IDE Slave : [ASUS CD-S520/A]

Onboard PCI S-ATA Controller : [RAID By ROM]

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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]

Allows you to set the system date.

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

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

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Legacy Diskette A [1.44M, 3.5 in.]

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

Sets the type of floppy drive installed. Configuration options: [Disabled] [360K, 5.25 in.] [1.2M , 5.25 in.] [720K , 3.5 in.] [1.44M, 3.5 in.] [2.88M, 3.5 in.]

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Primary IDE Master/Slave

Primary IDE Master/SlavePrimary IDE Master/Slave

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

Primary IDE Master

Device : Hard Disk Vendor : ST320410A Size : 20.0GB LBA Mode : Supported Block Mode : 16 Sectors PIO Mode : 4 Async DMA : MultiWord DMA-2 Ultra DMA : Ultra DMA-5 SMART Monitoring : Supported

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

Select the type of device connected to the system.

The BIOS automatically detects the values opposite the dimmed items (Device, Vendor, Size, LBA Mode, Block Mode, PIO Mode, Async DMA, Ultra DMA, and SMART monitoring). These values are not user-configurable. These items show N/A if no IDE device is installed in the system.

Type [Auto]Type [Auto]

Type [Auto]

Type [Auto]Type [Auto]

Selects the type of IDE drive. Setting to Auto allows automatic selection of the appropriate IDE device type. Select CDROM if you are specifically configuring a CD-ROM drive. Select ARMD (ATAPI Removable Media Device) if your device is either a ZIP, LS-120, or MO drive. Configuration options: [Not Installed] [Auto] [CDROM] [ARMD]

LBA/Large Mode [Auto]LBA/Large Mode [Auto]

LBA/Large Mode [Auto]

LBA/Large Mode [Auto]LBA/Large Mode [Auto]

Enables or disables the LBA mode. Setting to Auto enables the LBA mode if the device supports this mode, and if the device was not previously formatted with LBA mode disabled. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Auto]

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

Block (Multi-sector Transfer) [Auto]

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

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

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PIO Mode [Auto]PIO Mode [Auto]

PIO Mode [Auto]

PIO Mode [Auto]PIO Mode [Auto]

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

DMA Mode [Auto]DMA Mode [Auto]

DMA Mode [Auto]

DMA Mode [Auto]DMA Mode [Auto]

Selects the DMA mode. Configuration options: [Auto] [SWDMA0] [SWDMA1] [SWDMA2] [MWDMA0] [MWDMA1] [MWDMA2] [UDMA0] [UDMA1] [UDMA2] [UDMA3] [UDMA4] [UDMA5]

SMART Monitoring [Auto]SMART Monitoring [Auto]

SMART Monitoring [Auto]

SMART Monitoring [Auto]SMART Monitoring [Auto]

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

32Bit Data Transfer [Disabled]32Bit Data Transfer [Disabled]

32Bit Data Transfer [Disabled]

32Bit Data Transfer [Disabled]32Bit Data Transfer [Disabled]

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

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Allows you to disable the onboard PC Serial ATA controller, or choose its function from the available options. Configuration options: [Disabled] [IDE By BIOS] [RAID By ROM]

Onboard PCI S-ATA Controller [RAID By ROM]Onboard PCI S-ATA Controller [RAID By ROM]

Onboard PCI S-ATA Controller [RAID By ROM]

Onboard PCI S-ATA Controller [RAID By ROM]Onboard PCI S-ATA Controller [RAID By ROM]

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System InformationSystem Information

System Information

System InformationSystem Information

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

AMIBIOS Version : 0117 Build Date : 02/21/05

Processor Type : AMD Athlon (tm) 64 Processor 3200+ Speed : 2000 MHz Count : 1

System Memory Size : 224 MB

AMI BIOSAMI BIOS

AMI BIOS

AMI BIOSAMI BIOS

Displays the auto-detected BIOS information.

ProcessorProcessor

Processor

ProcessorProcessor

Displays the auto-detected CPU specification.

System MemorySystem Memory

System Memory

System MemorySystem Memory

Displays the auto-detected system memory.

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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.

CPU Configuration Chipset

Onboard Devices Configuration PCI PnP Instant Music Configuration

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CPU Configuration Cool ‘n’ Quiet [Enabled]

Memory Configuration

Cool ‘n’ Quiet [Enabled]Cool ‘n’ Quiet [Enabled]

Cool ‘n’ Quiet [Enabled]

Cool ‘n’ Quiet [Enabled]Cool ‘n’ Quiet [Enabled]

CPU ConfigurationCPU Configuration

CPU Configuration

CPU ConfigurationCPU Configuration

Select Manual or Standard for Overclocking

Allows you to enable or disable the AMD Cool ‘n’ Quiet!™ technology feature. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]

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Memory ConfigurationMemory Configuration

Memory Configuration

Memory ConfigurationMemory Configuration

CPU Configuration

Burst length [4 Beats] Memclock Mode [Auto]

Memory CLK :200 MHz CAS Latency : 3.0 TRCD :3CLK TRP :3CLK TRAS :8CLK

Burst length can be set to 8 or 4 beats. 64 -bit Dq must use the 4 beats.

Burst length [4 Beats]

Sets the burst length. Configuration options: [8 Beats] [4 Beats] [2 Beats]

Memclock Mode [Auto]

[Auto] allows the BIOS to set the memclock mode automatically. [Limit] allows you to select from any of the standard values. Configuration options: [Auto] [Limit]

The following item appears when the [Limit]

Memclock Mode Memclock Mode

Memclock Mode item is set to

Memclock Mode Memclock Mode

Memclock Value [100 MHz]Memclock Value [100 MHz]

Memclock Value [100 MHz]

Memclock Value [100 MHz]Memclock Value [100 MHz]

Allows you to set the memclock value. Configuration options: [100 MHz] [133 MHz] [166 MHz] [183 MHz] [200 MHz] [216 MHz] [233 MHz] [250 MHz]

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ChipsetChipset

Chipset

ChipsetChipset

Chipset Settings

AGP Configuration Hyper Transport Configuration MPS Configuration

AGP ConfigurationAGP Configuration

AGP Configuration

AGP ConfigurationAGP Configuration

AGP Configuration

Aperture Size [64 MB] Graphic Adapter Priority [AGP/Int-VGA] AGP FAST WRITE [Disabled] Select AGP 3.0 Data Ratio [8x] Share Memory [ 32 MB]

Options for AGP configuration.

The size of mapped memory for AGP graphic data.

Aperture Size [64 MB]

Configuration options: [32 MB] [64 MB] 128 MB]

Graphic Adapter Priority [AGP/Int-VGA]

Allows selection of the graphics controller to use as a primary boot device. Configuration options: [Internal VGA] [AGP/Int-VGA] [AGP/PCI] [PCI/AGP] [PCI/Int-VGA]

AGP FAST WRITE [Disabled]

Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]

Select AGP 3.0 Data Ratio [8x]

Configuration options: [8x] [4x]

Share Memory [32 MB]

Configuration options: [32 MB] [64 MB] 128 MB]

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HyperTransport ConfigurationHyperTransport Configuration

HyperTransport Configuration

HyperTransport ConfigurationHyperTransport Configuration

HyperTransport Configuration

HT Width [ 8x16 BIT] HT Speed [800 MHz]

Host Link_width_out x Link_width_in

HT Width [ 8x16 BIT]

Configuration options: [8x8 BIT] [16x16 BIT] [16x8 BIT] [8x16 BIT]

HT Speed [800 MHz]

Configuration options: [200 MHz] [400 MHz] [600 MHz] [800 MHz]

MPS ConfigurationMPS Configuration

MPS Configuration

MPS ConfigurationMPS Configuration

MPS Configuration

MPS Revision [1.4]

Select MPS Revision

MPS Revision [1.4]

Configuration options: [1.1] [1.4]

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Onboard AC97 Audio Device [Enabled] Onboard SiS190 LAN Device [Enabled]

Serial Port1 Address [3F8/IRQ4] Parallel Port Address [378] Parallel Port Mode [ECP]

Parallel Port IRQ [IRQ7] Onboard Game/MIDI Port [Disabled]

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

Onboard AC97 Audio Device [Enabled]

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

Onboard Devices ConfigurationOnboard Devices Configuration

Onboard Devices Configuration

Onboard Devices ConfigurationOnboard Devices Configuration

SiS190 LAN Boot ROM [Disabled] USB Configuration

ECP Mode DMA Channel [DMA3]

Enables or disables the AC’97 CODEC. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled]

OnBoard SiS190 LAN Device [Enabled]OnBoard SiS190 LAN Device [Enabled]

OnBoard SiS190 LAN Device [Enabled]

OnBoard SiS190 LAN Device [Enabled]OnBoard SiS190 LAN Device [Enabled]

Allows you to enable or disable the onboard SiS190 LAN controller. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled]

SiS190 LAN Boot ROM [Disabled]

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

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USB ConfigurationUSB Configuration

USB Configuration

USB ConfigurationUSB Configuration

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

USB Configuration

USB Devices Enabled: None

Onboard SiS USB1.1 Device [Enabled] Onboard SiS USB2.0 Device [Enabled] Legacy USB Support [Auto] USB 2.0 Controller Mode [HiSpeed] Stop EHCI HC in OHCI handover [Enabled]

USB Devices Enabled USB Devices Enabled

The

USB Devices Enabled item shows the auto-detected values. If

USB Devices Enabled USB Devices Enabled

no USB device is detected, the item shows

Onboard SiS USB1.1 Device [Enabled]Onboard SiS USB1.1 Device [Enabled]

Onboard SiS USB1.1 Device [Enabled]

Onboard SiS USB1.1 Device [Enabled]Onboard SiS USB1.1 Device [Enabled]

Enables USB host controllers.

NoneNone

None.

NoneNone

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

Onboard SiS USB2.0 Device [Enabled]Onboard SiS USB2.0 Device [Enabled]

Onboard SiS USB2.0 Device [Enabled]

Onboard SiS USB2.0 Device [Enabled]Onboard SiS USB2.0 Device [Enabled]

Allows you to enable or disable the onboard SiS 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 USB devices on legacy operating systems (OS). Setting to Auto allows the system to detect the presence of USB devices at startup. If detected, the USB controller legacy mode is enabled. If no USB device is detected, the legacy USB support is disabled. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] [Auto]

USB 2.0 Controller Mode [HiSpeed]USB 2.0 Controller Mode [HiSpeed]

USB 2.0 Controller Mode [HiSpeed]

USB 2.0 Controller Mode [HiSpeed]USB 2.0 Controller Mode [HiSpeed]

Allows you to set the USB 2.0 controller mode to HiSpeed (480 Mbps) or FullSpeed (12 Mbps). Configuration options: [FullSpeed ] [HiSpeed ]

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

Stop EHCI HC in OHCI handover [Enabled]

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

Allows you to enable or disable the enhanced host controller interface (EHCI) hand-off support. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]

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Serial Port1 Address [3F8/IRQ4]Serial Port1 Address [3F8/IRQ4]

Serial Port1 Address [3F8/IRQ4]

Serial Port1 Address [3F8/IRQ4]Serial Port1 Address [3F8/IRQ4]

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

Parallel Port Address [378]Parallel Port Address [378]

Parallel Port Address [378]

Parallel Port Address [378]Parallel Port Address [378]

Allows you to select the Parallel Port base addresses. Configuration options: [Disabled] [378] [278] [3BC]

Parallel Port Mode [ECP]Parallel Port Mode [ECP]

Parallel Port Mode [ECP]

Parallel Port Mode [ECP]Parallel Port Mode [ECP]

Allows you to select the Parallel Port mode. Configuration options: [Normal] [Bi-directional] [EPP] [ECP]

ECP Mode DMA Channel [DMA3]ECP Mode DMA Channel [DMA3]

ECP Mode DMA Channel [DMA3]

ECP Mode DMA Channel [DMA3]ECP Mode DMA Channel [DMA3]

Appears only when the

Parallel Port Mode Parallel Port Mode

Parallel Port Mode is set to [ECP]. This

Parallel Port Mode Parallel Port Mode item allows you to set the Parallel Port ECP DMA. Configuration options: [DMA0] [DMA1] [DMA3]

EPP Version [1.9]EPP Version [1.9]

EPP Version [1.9]

EPP Version [1.9]EPP Version [1.9]

Allows selection of the Parallel Port EPP version. This item appears only when the

Parallel Port ModeParallel Port Mode

Parallel Port Mode is set to [EPP].

Parallel Port ModeParallel Port Mode

Configuration options: [1.9] [1.7]

Parallel Port IRQ [IRQ7]

Allows selection of the Parallel Port IRQ. Configuration options: [IRQ5] [IRQ7]

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

Onboard Game/MIDI Port [Disabled]

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

Allows you to select the Game Port adderss or to disable the port. Configuration options: [Disabled] [200/300] [200/330] [208/300] [208/330]

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PCI PnPPCI PnP

PCI PnP

PCI PnPPCI PnP

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

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

Advanced PCI/PnP Settings

WARNING: Setting wrong values in below sections

may cause system to malfunction.

Plug And Play O/S [No] PCI Latency Timer [64] Allocate IRQ to PCI VGA [Yes] Palette Snooping [Disabled] PCI IDE BusMaster [Enabled] Offboard PCI/ISA IDE Card [Auto]

IRQ-3 assigned to [PCI Device] IRQ-4 assigned to [PCI Device] IRQ-5 assigned to [PCI Device] IRQ-7 assigned to [PCI Device] IRQ-9 assigned to [PCI Device] IRQ-10 assigned to [PCI Device] IRQ-11 assigned to [PCI Device] IRQ-14 assigned to [PCI Device] IRQ-15 assigned to [PCI Device]

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

Plug and Play O/S [No]

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

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

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

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

PCI Latency Timer [64]

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

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

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

Allocate IRQ to PCI VGA [Yes]

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

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

Palette Snooping [Disabled]Palette Snooping [Disabled]

Palette Snooping [Disabled]

Palette Snooping [Disabled]Palette Snooping [Disabled]

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

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

PCI IDE BusMaster [Enabled]

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

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

OffBoard PCI/ISA IDE Card [Auto]OffBoard PCI/ISA IDE Card [Auto]

OffBoard PCI/ISA IDE Card [Auto]

OffBoard PCI/ISA IDE Card [Auto]OffBoard PCI/ISA IDE Card [Auto]

Allows you to set the PCI slot number holding a PCI IDE card that requires you to set the slot number. Configuration options: [Auto] [PCI Slot1] [PCI Slot2] [PCI Slot3] [PCI Slot4] [PCI Slot5] [PCI Slot6 ]

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

IRQ-xx assigned to [PCI Device]

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

When set to [PCI Device], the specific IRQ is free for use of PCI/PnP devices. When set to [Reserved], the IRQ is reserved for legacy ISA devices. Configuration options: [PCI Device] [Reserved]

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Instant Music ConfigurationInstant Music Configuration

Instant Music Configuration

Instant Music ConfigurationInstant Music Configuration

Instant Music Option

Instant Music [Disabled]

Instant Music [Disabled]Instant Music [Disabled]

Instant Music [Disabled]

Instant Music [Disabled]Instant Music [Disabled]

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

Enables or disables the Instant Music feature. Setting this item to [Enabled] disables the power up by PS/2 keyboard function. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]

The following item appears when the [Enabled].

Instant Music CD-ROM drive [IDE Primary Slave]Instant Music CD-ROM drive [IDE Primary Slave]

Instant Music CD-ROM drive [IDE Primary Slave]

Instant Music CD-ROM drive [IDE Primary Slave]Instant Music CD-ROM drive [IDE Primary Slave]

Instant MusicInstant Music

Instant Music item is set to

Instant MusicInstant Music

Allows you to configure the Instant Music CD-ROM selection. Configuration options: [IDE Primary Master] [IDE Primary Slave]

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

Suspend Mode [S1 & S3 (STR)] 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] [S1 & S3 (STR)] [S3 Only]

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

Suspend Mode [S1 & S3 (STR)]

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

Select the ACPI state used for System Suspend.

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

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]

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

APM Configuration

Power Button Mode [On/Off] Restore on AC Power Loss [Power Off] Resume on Ring [Disabled] Resume on LAN [Disabled] Resume on PME# [Disabled] Resume On Keyboard [Disabled] Resume PS/2 Mouse [Disabled] Resume On RTC [Disabled]

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

Power Button Mode [On/Off]

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

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

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

Restore on AC Power Loss [Power Off]Restore on AC Power Loss [Power Off]

Restore on AC Power Loss [Power Off]

Restore on AC Power Loss [Power Off]Restore on AC Power Loss [Power Off]

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

Resume on Ring [Disabled]Resume on Ring [Disabled]

Resume on Ring [Disabled]

Resume on Ring [Disabled]Resume on Ring [Disabled]

Allows you to enable or disable RI to generate a wake event. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]

Resume on LAN [Disabled]Resume on LAN [Disabled]

Resume on LAN [Disabled]

Resume on LAN [Disabled]Resume on LAN [Disabled]

Allows you to enable or disable the LAN GPI to generate a wake event. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]

Resume on PME#[Disabled]Resume on PME#[Disabled]

Resume on PME#[Disabled]

Resume on PME#[Disabled]Resume on PME#[Disabled]

Allows you to enable or disable the PME to generate a wake event. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]

Resume on Keyboard [Disabled]Resume on Keyboard [Disabled]

Resume on Keyboard [Disabled]

Resume on Keyboard [Disabled]Resume on 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]

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Resume on PS/2 Mouse [Disabled]Resume on PS/2 Mouse [Disabled]

Resume on PS/2 Mouse [Disabled]

Resume on PS/2 Mouse [Disabled]Resume 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]

Resume on RTC [Disabled]Resume on RTC [Disabled]

Resume on RTC [Disabled]

Resume on RTC [Disabled]Resume on RTC [Disabled]

Allows you to enable or disable RTC event to wake the system after a power failure. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]

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Hardware Monitor

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

CPU Fan Speed [3813 RPM] CPU Q-Fan Control [Enabled] CPU Q-Fan Mode [PWM] CPU Q-Fan Ratio [Auto] Chassis Fan Speed [N/A] Chassis Q-Fan Control [Enabled] Chassis Fan Ratio [Auto]

VCORE Voltage [ 1.320V]

3.3V Voltage [ 3.345V] 5V Voltage [ 5.094V] 12V Voltage [11.880V]

CPU Temperature [xxxºC/xxxºF]CPU Temperature [xxxºC/xxxºF]

CPU Temperature [xxxºC/xxxºF]

CPU Temperature [xxxºC/xxxºF]CPU Temperature [xxxºC/xxxºF] MB Temperature [xxxºC/xxxºF]MB Temperature [xxxºC/xxxºF]

MB Temperature [xxxºC/xxxºF]

MB Temperature [xxxºC/xxxºF]MB Temperature [xxxºC/xxxºF]

Hardware MonitorHardware Monitor

Hardware Monitor

Hardware MonitorHardware Monitor

CPU Temperature

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

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.

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

CPU Q-Fan Control [Enabled]

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

Allows you to enable or disable the ASUS Q-Fan feature that smartly adjusts the fan speeds for more efficient system operation. When this field is set to [Enabled], the three succeeding items appear. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]

CPU Q-Fan ModeCPU Q-Fan Mode

The

CPU Q-Fan Mode and

CPU Q-Fan ModeCPU Q-Fan Mode

when the

CPU Q-Fan Mode [PWM]CPU Q-Fan Mode [PWM]

CPU Q-Fan Mode [PWM]

CPU Q-Fan Mode [PWM]CPU Q-Fan Mode [PWM]

Allows you to select the type of CPU fan cable connected to the CPU fan connector. Set to [PWM] when using a 4-pin CPU fan cable. Set to [DC] when using a 3-pin CPU fan cable. Configuration options: [PWM] [DC]

CPU Q-Fan Ratio [Auto]CPU Q-Fan Ratio [Auto]

CPU Q-Fan Ratio [Auto]

CPU Q-Fan Ratio [Auto]CPU Q-Fan Ratio [Auto]

Allows you to select the appropriate CPU fan speed ratio for the system. The default [Auto] automatically selects the fan speed ratio when operating a low CPU temperature. Select a higher ratio if you installed additional devices and the system requires more ventilation. Configuration options: [Auto] [90%] [80%] [70%] [60%]

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

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

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

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

CPU Q-Fan ControlCPU Q-Fan Control

CPU Q-Fan Control is set to [Enabled]

CPU Q-Fan ControlCPU Q-Fan Control

CPU Q-Fan RatioCPU Q-Fan Ratio

CPU Q-Fan Ratio items appear only

CPU Q-Fan RatioCPU Q-Fan Ratio

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

Chassis Q-Fan Control [Enabled]

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

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

Chassis Fan Ratio [Auto]Chassis Fan Ratio [Auto]

Chassis Fan Ratio [Auto]

Chassis Fan Ratio [Auto]Chassis Fan Ratio [Auto]

This item appears only when the Chassis Q-Fan Control item is set to [Enabled]. This allows you to select the appropriate chassis fan speed ratio for the system. The default [Auto] automatically selects the fan speed ratio when operating a low CPU temperature. Select a higher ratio if you installed additional devices and the system requires more ventilation. Configuration options: [Auto] [90%] [80%] [70%] [60%]

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

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

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

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

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5.6 Boot menu

The Boot menu items allow you to change the system boot options. Select an item then press <Enter> to display the sub-menu.

Boot Settings

Boot Device Priority

Boot Settings Configuration Security

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Boot Device Priority

1st Boot Device [1st FLOPPY DRIVE] 2nd Boot Device [PM-ST320410A] 3rd Boot Device [PS-ASUS CD-S520/A]

Boot Device PriorityBoot Device Priority

Boot Device Priority

Boot Device PriorityBoot Device Priority

Specifies the Boot Device Boot Priority sequence.

Specifies the boot sequence from the availabe devices.

1st ~ xxth Boot Device [1st Floppy Drive]1st ~ xxth Boot Device [1st Floppy Drive]

1st ~ xxth Boot Device [1st Floppy Drive]

1st ~ xxth Boot Device [1st Floppy Drive]1st ~ xxth Boot Device [1st Floppy Drive]

These items specify the boot device priority sequence from the available devices. The number of device items that appears on the screen depends on the number of devices installed in the system. Configuration options: [xxxxx Drive] [Disabled]

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Boot Settings ConfigurationBoot Settings Configuration

Boot Settings Configuration

Boot Settings ConfigurationBoot Settings Configuration

Boot Settings Configuration

Quick Boot [Enabled] Full Screen Logo [Enabled] AddOn ROM Display Mode [Force BIOS] Bootup Num-Lock [On] PS/2 Mouse Support [Au to] Wait For ‘F1’ If Error [Enabled] Hit ‘DEL’ Message Display [Enabled] Interrupt 19 Capture [Disabled]

Quick Boot [Enabled]Quick Boot [Enabled]

Quick Boot [Enabled]

Quick Boot [Enabled]Quick Boot [Enabled]

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

Enabling this item allows the BIOS to skip some power on self tests (POST) while booting to decrease the time needed to boot the system. When set to [Disabled], BIOS performs all the POST items. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]

Full Screen Logo [Enabled]Full Screen Logo [Enabled]

Full Screen Logo [Enabled]

Full Screen Logo [Enabled]Full Screen Logo [Enabled]

This allows you to enable or disable the full screen logo display feature. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]

Set this item to [Enabled] to use the ASUS 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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SecuritySecurity

Security

SecuritySecurity

The Security menu items allow you to change the system security settings. Select an item then press <Enter> to display the configuration options.

Security Settings

Supervisor Password : Not Installed User Password : Not Installed

Change Supervisor Password

Boot Sector Virus Protection [Disabled]

Change Supervisor PasswordChange Supervisor Password

Change Supervisor Password

Change Supervisor PasswordChange Supervisor Password

<Enter> to change password. <Enter> again to disabled password.

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

InstalledInstalled

Installed.

InstalledInstalled

Not InstalledNot Installed

Not Installed.

Not InstalledNot Installed

To set a Supervisor Password:

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

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

3. Confirm the password when prompted.

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

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

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

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If you forget your BIOS password, you can clear it by erasing the CMOS Real Time Clock (RTC) RAM. See section “4.3 Jumpers” for information on how to erase the RTC RAM.

After you have set a supervisor password, the other items appear to allow you to change other security settings.

Security Settings

Supervisor Password : Not Installed User Password : Not Installed

Change Supervisor Password User Access Level [Full Access] Change User Password Clear User Password Password Check [Setup]

Boot Sector Virus Protection [Disabled]

User Access Level (Full Access]User Access Level (Full Access]

User Access Level (Full Access]

User Access Level (Full Access]User Access Level (Full Access]

<Enter> to change password. <Enter> again to disabled password.

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

No AccessNo Access

No Access prevents user access to the Setup utility.

No AccessNo Access

View Only View Only

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

View Only View Only

Limited Limited

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

Limited Limited Time.

Full AccessFull Access

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

Full AccessFull Access utility.

Change User PasswordChange User Password

Change User Password

Change User PasswordChange User Password

Select this item to set or change the user password. The User Password item on top of the screen shows the default a password, this item shows

InstalledInstalled

Installed.

InstalledInstalled

Not InstalledNot Installed

Not Installed. After you set

Not InstalledNot Installed

To set a User Password:

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

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

3. Confirm the password when prompted.

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

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

Clear User PasswordClear User Password

Clear User Password

Clear User PasswordClear User Password

Select this item to clear the user password.

Password Check [Setup]Password Check [Setup]

Password Check [Setup]

Password Check [Setup]Password Check [Setup]

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

Boot Sector Virus Protection [Disabled]Boot Sector Virus Protection [Disabled]

Boot Sector Virus Protection [Disabled]

Boot Sector Virus Protection [Disabled]Boot Sector Virus Protection [Disabled]

Allows you to enable or disable the boot sector virus protection. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]

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

Exit system setup after saving the changes. F10 key can be used for this operation.

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Pressing <Esc> does not immediately exit this menu. Select one of the options from this menu or <F10> from the legend bar to exit.

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