Asus V2-AE1 User Manual

Vintage2-AE1

Barebone System

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First Edition V1First Edition V1 November 2005November 2005

November 2005

November 2005November 2005

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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 ........................................................................... 1-3

1.3 Rear panel ............................................................................. 1-4

1.4 Internal components ............................................................ 1-6

Chapter 2:Chapter 2:

Chapter 2:

Chapter 2:Chapter 2:

2.1 Preparation ........................................................................... 2-2

2.2 Before you proceed .............................................................. 2-2

2.3 Removing the side cover and front panel assembly ............. 2-3

2.4 Central Processing Unit (CPU) .............................................. 2-4

2.4.1 Overview ................................................................. 2-4

2.4.2 Installling the CPU ................................................... 2-4

2.4.3 Installing the CPU fan and heatsink assembly ........ 2-6

2.5 Installing a DIMM ................................................................... 2-8

2.5.1 Memory configurations ........................................... 2-8

2.5.3 Removing a DIMM ................................................. 2-11

2.5.2 Installing a DIMM ................................................... 2-11

2.6 Expansion slots ................................................................... 2-12

2.6.1 Installing an expansion card .................................. 2-12

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

2.6.3 PCI slots ................................................................ 2-14

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Basic installation

Basic installationBasic installation

2.6.4 PCI Express x1 slot ...............................................2-14

2.6.5 AGP 8X slot .......................................................... 2-14

2.6.6 Wireless LAN module (optional) ........................... 2-15

2.7 Installing storage drives ..................................................... 2-16

2.7.1 Optical drive ......................................................... 2-16

2.7.2 Floppy disk drive ................................................... 2-17

2.7.3 Hard disk drive ...................................................... 2-18

2.8 Connecting cables .............................................................. 2-19

2.9 Removing the bay covers ................................................... 2-20

2.10 Reinstalling the front panel assembly and side cover ........ 2-20

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

3.3.2 Utilities menu .......................................................... 3-4

3.3.3 Make Disk menu ...................................................... 3-5

3.3.4 Manuals menu ......................................................... 3-6

3.3.5 ASUS Contact information ...................................... 3-7

3.3.6 Other information ................................................... 3-7

3.4 Software information ........................................................... 3-9

3.4.1 ASUS PC Probe II ..................................................... 3-9

3.4.2 Cool ‘n’ Quiet!™ Technology ................................. 3-16

3.4.3 ASUS Update utility ..............................................3-18

3.4.4 ASUS MyLogo™ ..................................................... 3-21

5.3.5 Using the Wireless LAN module ............................ 3-23

Starting upStarting up

Starting up

Starting upStarting up

Chapter 4:Chapter 4:

Chapter 4:

Chapter 4:Chapter 4:

4.1 Motherboard information ...................................................... 4-2

4.2 Jumpers ................................................................................ 4-3

4.3 Connectors ........................................................................... 4-6

4.3.1 Rear panel connectors ............................................ 4-6

4.3.2 Internal connectors................................................. 4-6

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

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

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

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

Motherboard infoMotherboard info

Motherboard info

Motherboard infoMotherboard info

BIOS setupBIOS setup

BIOS setup

BIOS setupBIOS setup

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

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

Table of contents

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

5.3.3 Legacy Diskette A ................................................5-11

5.3.4 Primary, Secondary, Third, and Fourth IDE

Master/Slave ........................................................ 5-12

5.3.5 System Information ..............................................5-13

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

5.4.1 JumperFree Configuration .................................... 5-14

5.4.2 USB Configuration................................................. 5-15

5.4.3 CPU Configuration ................................................. 5-16

5.4.4 Chipset ................................................................. 5-17

5.4.5 Onboard Devices Configuration ............................5-24

5.4.6 PCI PnP ................................................................. 5-25

5.5 Power menu ........................................................................ 5-26

5.5.1 Suspend Mode ...................................................... 5-26

5.5.2 Repost Video on S3 Resume ................................ 5-26

5.5.3 ACPI 2.0 Support .................................................. 5-26

5.5.4 ACPI APIC Support ................................................ 5-26

5.5.5 APM Configuration ................................................ 5-27

5.5.6 Hardware Monitor ................................................. 5-29

5.6 Boot menu .......................................................................... 5-30

5.6.1 Boot Device Priority .............................................. 5-31

5.6.2 Boot Settings Configuration ................................. 5-31

5.6.3 Security ................................................................ 5-33

5.7 Exit menu ........................................................................... 5-35

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 Vintage2-AE1 barebone system. This guide is intended for experienced users and integrators with hardware knowledge of personal computers.

How this guide is organizedHow this guide is organized

How this guide is organized

How this guide is organizedHow this guide is organized

This guide contains the following parts:

1.1.

Chapter 1: System introductionChapter 1: System introduction

Chapter 1: System introduction

1.1.

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

chapter presents 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.

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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 Vintage2-AE1 system package for the following items.

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

1.1.

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ASUS Vintage2-AE1 barebone system with

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ASUS motherboard

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2.2.

CableCable

Cable

2.2.

CableCable

• AC power cable

3.3.

Support CDSupport CD

Support CD

3.3.

Support CDSupport CD

4.4.

User guideUser guide

User guide

4.4.

User guideUser guide

300 W PFC power supply unit ASUS chassis Front panel I/O board Wireless module

(optional)

Chapter 1

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

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1.1 Welcome!

Thank you for choosing the ASUS Vintage2-AE1!

The ASUS Vintage2-AE1 is an all-in-one barebone system with a powerful computing capability, expandability, and versatile connectivity.

The system comes in a stylish mini-tower casing and powered by the ASUS motherboard. The system motherboard supports the latest AMD Athlon™ 64/64FX, and Sempron™ desktop processors in the 939-pin package.

Two DDR DIMM slots support up to 2 GB of system memory using DDR400/333 DIMMs. The system also provides a choice of high-resolution graphics via an integrated graphics controller or via an AGP card (purchased separately).

The system also supports the PCI Express technology with a PCI Express x1 slot, and features a host of storage and connectivity including Serial ATA support, USB 2.0, and 5.1-channel audio capability. As an option, you may also choose to avail of the system’s capability to support a wireless module that allows you to share data and media files minus the hassle of wires.

With Vintage2-AE1, you are ahead in the world of power computing.

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1.2 Front panel

The front panel includes the optical drive bays, floppy disk drive slot, power button, and several I/O ports are located at the front panel.

1.1.

5.25-inch drive bay cover5.25-inch drive bay cover

5.25-inch drive bay cover. Covers two 5.25-inch bays for optical

1.1.

5.25-inch drive bay cover5.25-inch drive bay cover

drives.

2.2.

3.5-inch drive bay cover3.5-inch drive bay cover

3.5-inch drive bay cover. Covers two 3.5-inch bays for a hard

2.2.

3.5-inch drive bay cover3.5-inch drive bay cover disk and a floppy disk drive.

3.3.

USB 2.0 portsUSB 2.0 ports

USB 2.0 ports. These Universal Serial Bus 2.0 (USB 2.0) ports are

3.3.

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

4.4.

Microphone portMicrophone port

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

4.4.

Microphone portMicrophone port

5.5.

Headphone portHeadphone port

Headphone port. This Line In (green) port connects a headphone

5.5.

Headphone portHeadphone port with a stereo mini-plug.

6.6.

Hard disk drive activity LED.Hard disk drive activity LED.

Hard disk drive activity LED.

6.6.

Hard disk drive activity LED.Hard disk drive activity LED.

7.7.

Power buttonPower button

Power button. Press this button to turn the system on.

7.7.

Power buttonPower button

8.8.

Reset buttonReset button

Reset button. Press this button to reboot the system without

8.8.

Reset buttonReset button turning off the power.

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1.3 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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1.1.

Power connector.Power connector.

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

1.1.

Power connector.Power connector.

2.2.

Voltage selector.Voltage selector.

Voltage selector. This switch allows you to adjust the system

2.2.

Voltage selector.Voltage selector. input voltage according to the voltage supply in your area. See the next section before adjusting this selector.

3.3.

PS/2 mouse portPS/2 mouse port

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

3.3.

PS/2 mouse portPS/2 mouse port

4.4.

PS/2 keyboard portPS/2 keyboard port

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

4.4.

PS/2 keyboard portPS/2 keyboard port PS/2 keyboard.

5.5.

Serial portSerial port

Serial port . This port connects a mouse, modem, or other devices

5.5.

Serial portSerial port that conforms with serial specification.

6.6.

Parallel port.Parallel port.

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

6.6.

Parallel port.Parallel port. devices.

7.7.

VGA port. VGA port.

VGA port. This port connects a VGA monitor.

7.7.

VGA port. VGA port.

8.8.

USB 2.0 ports 1, 2, 3 and 4.USB 2.0 ports 1, 2, 3 and 4.

USB 2.0 ports 1, 2, 3 and 4. These 4-pin Universal Serial Bus

8.8.

USB 2.0 ports 1, 2, 3 and 4.USB 2.0 ports 1, 2, 3 and 4. (USB) ports are available for connecting USB 2.0 devices.

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

9.9.

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

Microphone port (pink).

9.9.

Microphone port (pink).

10.10.

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

10.

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

10.10.

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

11.11.

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

11.

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

11.11.

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

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

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

Audio 2, 4, or 6-channel configuration

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

PortPort

Port

PortPort

Light Blue Line In Line In Line In Lime Line Out Front Speaker Out Front Speaker Out Pink Mic In Mic In Mic In

12.12.

Expansion slot metal bracketsExpansion slot metal brackets

12.

Expansion slot metal brackets. Covers the expansion card slots.

12.12.

Expansion slot metal bracketsExpansion slot metal brackets

HeadsetHeadset

Headset

HeadsetHeadset 2-channel2-channel

2-channel

2-channel2-channel

4-channel4-channel

4-channel

4-channel4-channel

6-channel6-channel

6-channel

6-channel6-channel

Remove the metal bracket only when installing an expansion card.

13.13.

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

13.

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

13.13.

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

14.14.

Cover screws. Cover screws.

14.

Cover screws. Secure the side cover to the chassis.

14.14.

Cover screws. Cover screws.

15.15.

Chassis fan vent.Chassis fan vent.

15.

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

15.15.

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

16.16.

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

16.

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

16.16.

LAN (RJ-45) port. LAN (RJ-45) port. Area Network (LAN) through a network hub.

17.17.

Metal bracket lock. Metal bracket lock.

17.

Metal bracket lock. Secures the expansion card metal bracket to

17.17.

Metal bracket lock. Metal bracket lock. the chassis.

Selecting the voltageSelecting the voltage

Selecting the voltage

Selecting the voltageSelecting the voltage

The system’s power supply unit 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 or 230 V in a 115 V environment will seriously damage the system!

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1.4 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.

PS/2KBMS

KBPWR

T: Mouse B: Keyboard

COM1

PARALLEL PORT

ALC653

USBPW12 USBPW34

RTL8201CL

CR2032 3V

Lithium Cell CMOS Power

CLRTC

AUX CD

ATX12V

PCIEX1

VIA

K8M800

AGP

1010

A8V-MQ

PCI1

SB_PWR

1212

PCI2

USBPW56

SPDIF

USBPW78

VGA

USB12

LAN_USB34

Top:Line In

Center:Line Out

Below:Mic In

FP_AUDIO

CPU_FAN

Socket 939

VIA

VT8251

USB56

USB78

I/O

Super

EATXPWR

FLOPPY

DDR DIMM_B1 (64 bit,184-pin module)

DDR DIMM_A1 (64 bit,184-pin module)

SEC_IDE

PRI_IDE

CHA_FAN

BUZZER

SATA2

SATA1

SATA4

SATA3

BIOS

CHASSIS

Flash

PANEL

ROM

1. Front panel cover

2. 5.25-inch optical drive bays

3. Hard disk drive bay

4. Floppy disk drive bay

5. Power supply unit

6. CPU socket

7. DIMM sockets

8. ASUS motherboard

9. Chassis fan

10. AGP slot

11. PCI Express x1 slot

12. PCI slots

13. Metal bracket lock

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Chapter 1: System introduction

Chapter 1: System introductionChapter 1: System introduction

Chapter 2

This chapter provides step-by-step instructions on how to install components in the system.

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2.1 Preparation

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

Basic components to install:Basic components to install:

Basic components to install:

Basic components to install:Basic 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 metal object, such as the power supply case, before handling components to avoid damaging them due to static electricity.

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

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

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

SB_PWR

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Onboard LED

Standby

Power

OFF

Powered

Off

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Chapter 2: Basic installation

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2.3 Removing the side cover and front panel assembly

1. Remove the cover screws on the rear panel.

2. Pull the side cover toward the rear panel until its hooks disengage

from the chassis. Set the side cover aside.

3. Locate the front panel assembly hooks, then lift them until they

disengage from the chassis.

4. Swing the front panel assembly to the right, until the hinge-like tabs

on the right side of the assembly are exposed.

5. Remove the front panel assembly, then set aside.

Air ductAir duct

Air duct

Air ductAir duct

Hinge-like tabHinge-like tab

Hinge-like tab

Hinge-like tabHinge-like tab

HookHook

Hook

HookHook

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2.4 Central Processing Unit (CPU)

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The motherboard comes with a surface mount 939-pin Zero Insertion Force (ZIF) socket designed for the AMD Athlon™ 64/64FX or Sempron™ processor.

The 128-bit-wide data paths of these processors can run applications faster than processors with only 32-bit or 64-bit wide data paths.

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.

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2.4.22.4.2

OverviewOverview

Overview

OverviewOverview

Gold triangleGold triangle

Gold triangle

Gold triangleGold triangle

Vintage2-AE1 does not support dual-core processors.

Installling the CPUInstallling the CPU

Installling the CPU

Installling the CPUInstallling the CPU

To install a CPU:

1. Locate the CPU socket on the motherboard.

CPU Socket 939

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.

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

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

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

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

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Installing the CPU fan and heatsink assemblyInstalling the CPU fan and heatsink assembly

Installing the CPU fan and heatsink assembly

Installing the CPU fan and heatsink assemblyInstalling the CPU fan and heatsink assembly

The AMD Athlon™ 64FX/64 or Sempron™ processor requires a specially designed CPU fan and heatsink assembly to ensure optimum thermal condition and performance.

• Your boxed CPU heatsink and fan assembly should come with installation instructions for the CPU, heatsink, and the retention mechanism. If the instructions in this section do not match the CPU documentation, follow the latter.

• The retention module base is already installed on the motherboard. You do not have to remove the retention module base when installing the CPU or installing other motherboard components.

• If you purchased a separate CPU fan and heatsink assembly, make sure that a thermal interface material is properly applied to the CPU surface or the heatsink bottom before you install the CPU fan and heatsink assembly.

CPU fanCPU fan

CPU fan

CPU fanCPU fan

CPU heatsinkCPU heatsink

CPU heatsink

CPU heatsinkCPU heatsink

Retention bracketRetention bracket

Retention bracket

Retention bracketRetention bracket

Retention bracket lockRetention bracket lock

Retention bracket lock

Retention bracket lockRetention bracket lock

Retention module baseRetention module base

Retention module base

Retention module baseRetention module base

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To install the CPU fan and heatsink assembly:

1. Place the heatsink on top of the installed CPU.

Make sure that the fan and heatsink assembly perfectly fits the retention mechanism module base; otherwise you can not lock the retention bracket.

2. Attach one end of the retention bracket to the retention module base.

3. Attach the other end of the retention bracket (near the retention bracket lock) to the retention module base until it clicks in place.

4. Push down the retention bracket lock on the retention mechanism to secure the fan and heatsink to the module retention module base.

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

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

CPU_FAN

GND +12V Rotation

CPU fan connector

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2.5 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:

184-pin DDR DIMM sockets

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Memory configurationsMemory configurations

Memory configurations

Memory configurationsMemory configurations

DIMM_A1

DIMM_B1

You may install 128 MB, 256 MB, 512 MB, and 1 GB unbuffered ECC/ non-ECC DDR DIMMs into the DIMM sockets using the memory configurations in this section.

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

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Install only identical (the same type and size) DDR DIMM pairs for each channel.

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Always install DIMMs with the same CAS latency. For optimum compatibility, it is recommended that you obtain memory modules from the same vendor.

• Due to chipset limitation, this motherboard does not support DIMM modules with less than or equal to 128 Mb memory chips.

Recommended memory configurationsRecommended memory configurations

Recommended memory configurations

Recommended memory configurationsRecommended memory configurations

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CPUCPU

CPU

CPUCPU

Single-coreSingle-core

Single-core Single-channel — Populated

Single-coreSingle-core

Dual-coreDual-core

Dual-core Single-channel Populated —

Dual-coreDual-core

ModeMode

Mode

ModeMode

DIMM_A1 (black)DIMM_A1 (black)

DIMM_A1 (black)

DIMM_A1 (black)DIMM_A1 (black)

Dual-channel Populated Populated

Single-channel — Populated Dual-channel Populated Populated

SocketsSockets

Sockets

SocketsSockets

DIMM_B1 (black)DIMM_B1 (black)

DIMM_B1 (black)

DIMM_B1 (black)DIMM_B1 (black)

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DDR400 Qualified Vendors List

DDR400 Qualified Vendors ListDDR400 Qualified Vendors List

SizeSize

Size

SizeSize

256 MB KINGSTON KVR400X72C3A/256 Mosel SS V58C2256804SAT5(ECC) – •

512 MB KINGSTON KVR400X72C3A/512 Mosel DS V58C2256804SAT5(ECC) –

512 MB KINGSTON KHX3200A/512 – DS N/A – • •

1024 MB KINGSTON KHX3200ULK2/1G – DS N/A 2

256 MB KINGSTON KVR400X64C3A/256 – SS D3208DL3T-5A – • •

256 MB KINGSTON KVR400X64C3A/256 – SS A2S56D30BTP511ALM09 – •

512 MB KINGSTON KVR400X64C3A/512 – DS V58C2256804SAT5 – •

512 MB KINGSTON KVR400X64C3A/512 – SS HY5DU12822BT-D43 – • •

1024 MB KINGSTON KVR400X64C3A/1G – DS HYB25D512800BE-5B – • •

256 MB SAMSUNG M381L3223ETM-CCC SAMSUNG SS K4H560838E-TCCC(ECC) 3ECC

512 MB SAMSUNG M381L6423ETM-CCC SAMSUNG DS K4H560838E-TCCC(ECC) – • •

256 MB SAMSUNG M368L3223ETM-CCC SAMSUNG SS K4H560838E-TCCC – • •

256 MB SAMSUNG M368L3223FTN-CCC SAMSUNG SS K4H560838F-TCCC 3 • •

512 MB SAMSUNG M368L6423FTN-CCC SAMSUNG DS K4H560838F-TCCC 3 • •

512 MB SAMSUNG M368L6523BTM-CCC SAMSUNG SS K4H510838B-TCCC 3 • •

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

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

256 MB Infineon HYS64D32300HU-5-C Infineon SS HYB25D256800CE-5C 3 • •

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

256 MB Infineon HYS64D32301HU-5-C Infineon SS HYB25D512160CE-5C 3 • •

512 MB Infineon HYS64D64300HU-5-C Infineon SS HYB25D512800CE-5C 3 • •

1024 MB Infineon HYS64D128320HU-5-C Infineon DS HYB25D512800CE-5B 3 • •

256 MB CORSAIR CMX256A-3200C2PT Winbond SS W942508BH-5 2 • •

512 MB CORSAIR CMX512-3200C2 Winbond DS – 2 • •

512 MB CORSAIR VS512MB400 VALUE seLecTDS VS32M8-5 2.5 • •

1024 MB CORSAIR TWINX2048-3200C2 – DS – 3 • •

256 MB Hynix HYMD232646D8J-D43 Hynix SS HY5DU56822DT-D43 3 • •

512 MB Hynix HYMD264646D8J-D43 Hynix DS HY5DU56822DT-D43 3 • •

256 MB TwinMOS M2G9I08AIATT9F081AADT TwinMOS SS TMD7608F8E50D 2.5

512 MB TwinMOS M2G9J16AJATT9F081AADT TwinMOS DS TMD7608F8E50D 2.5

256 MB TwinMOS M2G9I08A8ATT9F081AADT TwinMOS SS TMD7608F8E50D 2.5

512 MB TwinMOS M2G9J16A8ATT9F081AADT TwinMOS DS TMD7608F8E50D 2.5

256 MB Transcend TS32MLD64V4F3 SAMSUNG SS K4H560838F-TCCC 3

512 MB Transcend TS64MLD64V4F3 SAMSUNG DS K4H560838F-TCCC 3

1024 MB Transcend TS128MLD64V4J SAMSUNG DS K4H510838B-TCCC 3

256 MB Apacer 77.10636.33G Infineon SS HYB25D256800CE-5C 3

512 MB Apacer 77.10736.33G Infineon DS HYB25D256800CE-5C 3

256 MB Apacer 77.10639.60G ProMOS SS V58C2256804SCT5B 2.5

512 MB Apacer 77.10739.60G ProMOS DS V58C2256804SCT5B 2.5

256 MB A DATA MDOSS6F3G31Y0K1E0Z SAMSUNG SS K4H560838E-TCCC 3

512 MB A DATA MDOSS6F3H41Y0N1E0Z SAMSUNG DS K4H560838F-TCCC 3

256 MB A DATA MDOHY6F3G31Y0N1E0Z Hynix SS HY5DU56822CT-D43 3

512 MB A DATA MDOHY6F3H41Y0N1E0Z Hynix DS HY5DU56822CT-D43 3

256 MB A DATA MDOAD5F3G31Y0D1E02 – SS ADD8608A8A-5B 2.5

512 MB A DATA MDOAD5F3H41Y0D1E02 – DS ADD8608A8A-5B 2.5

256 MB Winbond W9425GCDB-5 Winbond SS W942508CH-5 3

512 MB Winbond W9451GCDB-5 Winbond DS W942508CH-5 –

256 MB PSC AL5D8B53T-5B1K PSC SS A2S56D30BTP 2.5

512 MB PSC AL6D8B53T-5B1K PSC DS A2S56D30BTP 2.5

256 MB KINGMAX MPXB62D-38KT3R – SS KDL388P4LA-50 –

512 MB KINGMAX MPXC22D-38KT3R – DS KDL388P4LA-50 –

VendorVendor

Vendor

VendorVendor

Model Model

Model

Model Model

BrandBrand

Brand

BrandBrand

Side(s)Side(s)

Side(s)

Side(s)Side(s)

ComponentComponent

Component

ComponentComponent

CL CL

DIMM supportDIMM support

DIMM support

CL CL

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Size

SizeSize

256 MB NANYA NT256D64S88C0G-5T – SS NT5DS32M8CT-5T 3

512 MB NANYA NT512D64S8HC0G-5T – DS NT5DS32M8CT-5T 3

256 MB NANYA NT256D64SH4B0G-5T – SS NT5DS32M16BT-5T 3

512 MB NANYA NT512D64S88B0G-5T – DS NT5DS64M8BT-5T 3

1024 MB NANYA NT1GD64S8HB0G-5T – DS NT5DS64M8BT-5T –

256 MB CENTURY DXV6S8SSCCE3K27E SAMSUNG SS K4H560838E-TCCC –

512 MB CENTURY DXV2S8SSCCE3K27E SAMSUNG DS K4H560838E-TCCC –

256 MB CENTURY DXV6S8EL5BM3T27C – SS DD2508AMTA –

512 MB CENTURY DXV2S8EL5BM3T27C – DS DD2508AMTA –

256 MB CENTURY DXV6S8EL5B – SS DD2508AMTA –

256 MB CENTURY DXV6S8HXD43B – SS HY5DU56822BT-D43 –

256 MB CENTURY DXV6S8HXD43D – SS HY5DU56822DT-D43 –

512 MB CENTURY DXV2S8EL5B – DS DD2508AMTA –

512 MB CENTURY DXV2S8HXD43B – DS HY5DU56822BT-D43 –

512 MB CENTURY DXV2S8HXD43D – DS HY5DU56822DT-D43 –

256 MB CENTURY DXV6S8EL5B/HP – SS DD2508AKTA-5B-E –

512 MB CENTURY DXV2S8EL5B/HP – DS DD2508AKTA-5B-E –

256 MB KINGSTON KVR400X72C3A/256 Mosel SS V58C2256804SAT5(ECC) – •

256 MB CENTURY DXV6S8MC5B – SS MT46V32M8TG-5BG –

512 MB CENTURY DXV2S8MC5B – DS MT46V32M8TG-5BG –

256 MB elixir M2U25664DS88C3G-5T elixir SS N2DS25680CT-5T 3

512 MB elixir M2U51264DS8HC1G-5T elixir DS N2DS25680CT-5T 3

256 MB Kreton – VT SS VT3225804T-5 –

512 MB Kreton – VT DS VT3225804T-5 –

256 MB Veritech VU256FLTM25C VT SS VT56DD32M8PC-5 3

512 MB Veritech VU512FLTM25C VT DS VT56DD32M8PC-5 3

256 MB Pmi MD44256VIT3208GMHA01 MOSEL SS V58C2256804SAT5B 2.5

512 MB Pmi MD44512VIT3208GATA03 MOSEL DS V58C2256804SAT5B 2.5

256 MB ProMOS V826632K24SCTG-D0 – SS V58C2256804SCT5B 2.5

512 MB ProMOS V826664K24SCTG-D0 – DS V58C2256804SCT5B 2.5

256 MB Deutron AL5D8C53T-5B1T PSC SS A2S56D30CTP 2.5

512 MB Deutron AL6D8C53T-5B1T PSC DS A2S56D30CTP 2.5

256 MB GEIL GL5123200DC – SS GL3LC32G88TG-35 –

512 MB GEIL GL1GB3200DC – DS GL3LC32G88TG-35 –

256 MB GEIL GLX2563200UP – SS GL3LC32G88TG-5A –

256 MB GEIL GD3200-512DC – SS WLCSP Package –

256 MB crucial BL3264Z402.8TG Ballistix SS – 2

512 MB crucial BL6464Z402.16TG Ballistix DS – 2

256 MB Novax 96M425653CE-40TB6 CEON SS C2S56D30TP-5 2.5

512 MB Novax 96M451253CE-40TB6 CEON DS C2S56D30TP-5 2.5

256 MB Aeneon AED560UD00-500C88X Aeneon SS AED83T500 3

256 MB V-DATA MDYVD6F4G2880B1E0H – SS VDD9616A8A-5C –

VendorVendor

Vendor

VendorVendor

Model Model

Model

Model Model

BrandBrand

Brand

BrandBrand

Side(s)Side(s)

Side(s)

Side(s)Side(s)

ComponentComponent

Component

ComponentComponent

CL CL

DIMM supportDIMM support

DIMM support

CL CL

DIMM supportDIMM support

Legend:Legend:

Legend:

Legend:Legend: SS - SS -

S S - Single Sided

SS - SS A A

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

A A

DS -DS -

D S - Double Sided

DS -DS -

CL -CL -

C L - CAS Latency

CL -CL -

configuration.

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

Dual-channel memory configuration.

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Installing a DIMMInstalling a DIMM

Installing a DIMM

Installing a DIMMInstalling a DIMM

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

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

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

Unlocked retaining clipUnlocked retaining clip

Unlocked retaining clip

Unlocked retaining clipUnlocked retaining clip

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

DDR DIMM notchDDR DIMM notch

DDR DIMM notch

DDR DIMM notchDDR DIMM notch

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

Locked retaining clipLocked retaining clip

Locked retaining clip

Locked retaining clipLocked retaining clip

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Removing a DIMMRemoving a DIMM

Removing a DIMM

Removing a DIMMRemoving a DIMM

To remove a DIMM:

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

DDR DIMM notchDDR DIMM notch

DDR DIMM notch

DDR DIMM notchDDR DIMM notch

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

2. Remove the DIMM from the socket.

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2.6 Expansion slots

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

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

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Installing an expansion cardInstalling an expansion card

Installing an expansion card

Installing an expansion cardInstalling an expansion card

To install an expansion card:

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

2. Remove the metal bracket

opposite the slot that you

intend to use. Keep the screw for later use.

3. Remove the metal bracket lock.

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

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

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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 below.

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 1 System Timer 1 2 Keyboard Controller 2 - Programmable interrupt 3 11 Communications Port (COM2)* 412 5 13 IRQ holder for PCI steering* 6 14 Floppy Disk Controller 7 15 Printer Port (LPT1)* 8 3 System CMOS/Real Time Clock

9 4 IRQ holder for PCI steering* 10 5 MIDI port* 11 6 IRQ holder for PCI steering* 12 7 PS/2 Compatible Mouse Port* 13 8 Numeric Data Processor 14 9 Primary IDE Channel 15 10 Secondary IDE Channel

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

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

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

IRQ assignments for this motherboardIRQ assignments for this motherboard

IRQ assignments for this motherboard

IRQ assignments for this motherboardIRQ assignments for this motherboard

PriorityPriority

Priority

PriorityPriority

Standard FunctionStandard Function

Standard Function

Standard FunctionStandard Function

PCI slot 1 shared — — — ———— PCI slot 2 — shared — — ———— IDE (0, 0f, 0) — shared — — ———— USB controller 1 shared — — — ———— USB controller 2 — — shared — ———— USB controller 3 — used — — ———— USB controller 4 — — — shared ———— USB 2.0 controller — — shared — ———— AC’97 — — shared — ———— Ethernet shared — — — ———— AGP shared — — — ———— PCIE x1 shared — — — ————

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

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

PCI slotsPCI slots

PCI slots

PCI slotsPCI slots

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This motherboard supports PCI Express x1 network cards, SCSI cards and other cards that comply with the PCI Express specifications. The following figure shows a network card installed on the PCI Express x1 slot.

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This motherboard has an Accelerated Graphics Port (AGP) slot that supports AGP 8X (+0.8V) and AGP 4X (+1.5V) cards. When you buy an AGP card, make sure that you ask for one with +0.8V or +1.5V specification.

PCI Express x1 slotPCI Express x1 slot

PCI Express x1 slot

PCI Express x1 slotPCI Express x1 slot

AGP 8X slotAGP 8X slot

AGP 8X slot

AGP 8X slotAGP 8X slot

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You can only use either the AGP slot or the PCI Express x1 slot. If you installed an AGP card, the card will block the PCI Express x1 slot.

Accelerated Graphics Port (AGP)

Keyed for 1.5v

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