ASUS VINTAGE-AH1 User Manual

Vintage-AH1

Barebone System

E2139E2139

E2139

E2139E2139

First EditionFirst Edition

First Edition

First EditionFirst Edition August 2005August 2005

August 2005

August 2005August 2005

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Table of contents

Notices ............................................................................................... vii

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 ........................................................................... 1-2

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

Voltage selector ................................................................... 1-6

1.4 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 side plates and

front cover ........................................................................... 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 heatsink and fan ................................ 2-6

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

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

2.5.3 Removing a DIMM ................................................. 2-10

2.5.2 Installing a DIMM ................................................... 2-10

2.6 Expansion slots ................................................................... 2-11

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

2.6.2 Configuring an expansion card.............................. 2-11

Basic InstallationBasic Installation

Basic Installation

Basic InstallationBasic Installation

2.6.3 PCI Express x1 slot ...............................................2-13

2.6.4 PCI slots ................................................................ 2-13

2.6.5 PCI Express x16 slot .............................................2-13

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

2.8 Installing a hard disk drive .................................................. 2-16

2.9 Installing a floppy disk drive ............................................... 2-19

2.10 Re-connecting cables ......................................................... 2-20

2.11 Replacing the side plates and front cover .......................... 2-21

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

3.3.3 ASUS Contact information ...................................... 3-5

3.4 Installing the SATA controller driver .................................... 3-6

Chapter 4:Chapter 4:

Chapter 4:

Chapter 4:Chapter 4:

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

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

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

4.4 Connectors ........................................................................... 4-6

Chapter 5:Chapter 5:

Chapter 5:

Chapter 5:Chapter 5:

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

Starting upStarting up

Starting up

Starting upStarting up

Motherboard InfoMotherboard Info

Motherboard Info

Motherboard InfoMotherboard Info

BIOS InformationBIOS Information

BIOS Information

BIOS InformationBIOS Information

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

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

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

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

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

Table of contents

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

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

5.3.5 System Information ..............................................5-16

5.4 Advanced menu .................................................................. 5-17

5.4.1 CPU Configuration ................................................. 5-17

5.4.2 Chipset ................................................................. 5-19

5.4.3 Onboard Devices Configuration ............................5-26

5.4.4 PCI PnP ................................................................. 5-28

5.4.5 JumperFree Configuration .................................... 5-29

5.4.6 Instant Music Configuration ..................................5-29

5.5 Power menu ........................................................................ 5-30

5.5.1 Suspend Mode ...................................................... 5-30

5.5.2 Repost Video on S3 Resume ................................ 5-30

5.5.3 ACPI 2.0 Support .................................................. 5-30

5.5.4 ACPI APIC Support ................................................ 5-30

5.5.5 APM Configuration ................................................ 5-31

5.5.6 Hardware Monitor ................................................. 5-32

5.6 Boot menu .......................................................................... 5-34

5.6.1 Boot Device Priority .............................................. 5-34

5.6.2 Boot Settings Configuration ................................. 5-34

5.6.3 Security ................................................................ 5-36

5.7 Exit menu ........................................................................... 5-38

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 Vintage-AH1 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 Vintage-AH1.

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.

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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 Vintage-AH1 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 Vintage-AH1 barebone system with

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• ASUS motherboard

• 300 W PFC power supply unit

• ASUS chassis

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

Chapter 1

This chapter gives a general description of the ASUS Vintage-AH1. 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 Vintage-AH1!

The ASUS Vintage-AH1 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 and Athlon™ 64FX desktop processors.

The system supports up to 4 GB of system memory using DDR400/333 DIMMs, high-resolution graphics via integrated graphics controller or PCI Express x16 slot, Serial ATA, USB 2.0, and 8-channel audio features the system takes you ahead in the world of power computing.

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.

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Two empty 5.25-inch baysTwo empty 5.25-inch bays

Two empty 5.25-inch bays. These bays are for IDE optical drives.

1.1.

Two empty 5.25-inch baysTwo empty 5.25-inch bays

2.2.

Hard disk drive bayHard disk drive bay

Hard disk drive bay. This door covers a hard disk drive.

2.2.

Hard disk drive bayHard disk drive bay

3.3.

Floppy drive slotFloppy drive slot

Floppy drive slot. This slot is for the 3.5-inch floppy disk drive.

3.3.

Floppy drive slotFloppy drive slot (The floppy disk drive is included in the package.)

4.4.

Reset buttonReset button

Reset button. Press this button to reboot the system without

4.4.

Reset buttonReset button turning off the power.

5.5.

Power buttonPower button

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

5.5.

Power buttonPower button

6.6.

IEEE 1394 portIEEE 1394 port

IEEE 1394 port. This 6-pin IEEE 1394a port provides high-speed

6.6.

IEEE 1394 portIEEE 1394 port connectivity for audio/video devices, storage peripherals, PCs, or protable devices.

7.7.

USB 2.0 portsUSB 2.0 ports

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

7.7.

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

8.8.

Microphone portMicrophone port

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

8.8.

Microphone portMicrophone port

9.9.

Headphone portHeadphone port

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

9.9.

Headphone portHeadphone port with a stereo mini-plug.

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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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BASS

MIC IN

REAR

C T R

S P K

SIDE

FRONT

LINE

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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 “Voltage selector” section on page 1-6 before adjusting this switch.

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.

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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.

9.9.

Side Speaker Out port (black).Side Speaker Out port (black).

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

9.9.

Side Speaker Out port (black).Side Speaker Out port (black). speakers in an 8-channel audio configuration.

10.10.

Rear Speaker Out port (orange).Rear Speaker Out port (orange).

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

10.10.

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

11.11.

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

11.

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

11.11.

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

12.12.

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

12.

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

12.12.

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

13.13.

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

13.

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

13.13.

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

14.14.

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

14.

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

14.14.

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

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.

IEEE 1394a port. IEEE 1394a port.

16.

IEEE 1394a port. This 6-pin IEEE 1394 port provides high-speed

16.16.

IEEE 1394a port. IEEE 1394a port. connectivity for audio/video devices, storage peripherals, PCs, or portable devices.

17.17.

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

17.

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

17.17.

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

18.18.

Center/Subwoofer port (gray).Center/Subwoofer port (gray).

18.

Center/Subwoofer port (gray). This port connects the center/

18.18.

Center/Subwoofer port (gray).Center/Subwoofer port (gray). subwoofer speakers.

19.19.

Expansion slot coversExpansion slot covers

19.

Expansion slot covers. Remove these cover when installing

19.19.

Expansion slot coversExpansion slot covers expansion cards.

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

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

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

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

PortPort

Port

PortPort

HeadsetHeadset

Headset

HeadsetHeadset

2-channel2-channel

2-channel

2-channel2-channel

4-channel4-channel

4-channel

4-channel4-channel

6-channel6-channel

6-channel

6-channel6-channel

8-channel8-channel

8-channel

8-channel8-channel

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

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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 this switch to 115 V.

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

115V/230V115V/230V

115V/230V

115V/230V115V/230V

Voltage selectorVoltage selector

Voltage selector

Voltage selectorVoltage selector

Setting the switch to 115V in a 230V environment or 230V in a 115V 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.

KBPWR

PS/2KBMS

T: Mouse B: Keyboard

COM2

VGA

F_USB12

LAN_USB34

Top:Rear Speaker Out Center: Side Speaker Out Below: Center/Subwoofer

Top:Line In Center:Line Out Below:Mic In

FP_AUDIO

88E8053

ATX12V

PARALLEL PORT

USBPW12 USBPW34

PCIEX1_1

1010

ALC880

SPDIF_OUT

GAME

PCIEX16

PCI1

PCI2

FLOPPY

ATI

RS482

1212

Socket 939

1111

VIA

IE1394_1

CPU_FAN

DDR DIMM_A2 (64 bit,184-pin module)

DDR DIMM_A1 (64 bit,184-pin module)

CHA_FAN

ULIM1573

VT6307

USBPW78 USBPW56

USB56

USB78

I/O

Super

ATXPWR

PRI_IDE

SEC_IDE

DDR DIMM_B2 (64 bit,184-pin module)

DDR DIMM_B1 (64 bit,184-pin module)

CR2032 3V Lithium Cell

CMOS Power

CLRTC

SATA3

SATA4

SATA1

SATA2

FWH

BIOS

SB_PWR

F_PANEL

PANEL

1. Power supply unit

2. 5.25-inch drive bay

3. Floppy disk drive bay

4. ATX power supply connector

5. Socket 939 for AMD Athlon™ 64/AMD Athlon™ 64FX CPUs

6. Chassis fan

7. DIMM sockets

8. Hard disk drive bays

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9. Front panel cover

10. PCI Express x1 slot

11. ASUS motherboard

12. PCI Express x16 slot

13. IDE connectors

14. Expansion card slots

15. PCI slots

16. Serial ATA connectors

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Chapter 2

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

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2.1 Preparation

Before you proceed, make sure that you have all the components 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 metal object, such as the power supply case, before handling components to avoid damaging them due to static electricity.

•

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

•

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

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

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2.3 Removing the side plates and front cover

The system has two chassis side plates, each one secured by two screws located on the rear panel.

To remove the chassis side plate:

1. Turn each screw counterclockwise to release the side cover. Set the

screws aside.

2. Slide the side panel for about half an inch toward the rear until it

disengages from the chassis.

Steel railingSteel railing

Steel railing

Steel railingSteel railing

Hinge-like tabHinge-like tab

Hinge-like tab

Hinge-like tabHinge-like tab

Side lock tabSide lock tab

Side lock tab

Side lock tabSide lock tab

3. Repeat steps 1 and 2 to remove the other side plate cover.

4. Release the side lock tabs from the steel railing.

5. Swing the left edge of the front panel outward.

6. Unhook the hinge-like tabs from the holes on the right side of the front panel to completely detach the front panel assembly from the chassis.

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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™ 64FX or AMD Athlon™ 64 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

To install a CPU:

OverviewOverview

Overview

OverviewOverview

Installling the CPUInstallling the CPU

Installling the CPU

Installling the CPUInstallling the CPU

Gold triangle

1. Locate the CPU socket on the motherboard.

CPU Socket 939

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

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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.

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 heatsink and fanInstalling the heatsink and fan

Installing the heatsink and fan

Installing the heatsink and fanInstalling the heatsink and fan

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

Follow these steps to install the CPU heatsink and fan.

1. Place the heatsink on top of the installed CPU, making sure that the heatsink fits properly on the retention module base.

• The retention module base is already installed on the motherboard upon purchase.

• 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 heatsink and fan assembly, make sure that a Thermal Interface Material is properly applied to the CPU heatsink or CPU before you install the heatsink and fan 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

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.

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

3. Align the other end of the retention bracket (near the retention bracket lock) to the retention module base. A clicking sound denotes that the retention bracket is in place.

Make sure that the fan and heatsink assembly perfectly fits the retention mechanism module base, otherwise you cannot snap the retention bracket in place.

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

5. When the fan and heatsink assembly is in place, connect the CPU fan cable to the connector on the motherboard labeled CPU_FAN.

CPU fan connector

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GND

+12V

Rotation

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

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2.5 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:

DIMM_B2

184-pin DDR DIMM sockets

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Memory configurationsMemory configurations

Memory configurations

Memory configurationsMemory configurations

DIMM_A1

DIMM_A2

DIMM_B1

You may install up to 4 GB system memory using 128 MB, 256 MB, 512 MB, and 1 GB DDR DIMMs.

• Install only modules.

identical identical

identical (the same type and size) DDR memory

identical identical

• Install only ASUS-certified memory modules. Visit the ASUS website (www.asus.com) for the latest memory Qualified Vendors List.

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

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DDR400 Qualified Vendors ListDDR400 Qualified Vendors List

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Size VendorSize Vendor

Size Vendor

Size VendorSize Vendor

256MB Kingston KVR333X64C25/256 Kingston SS D3208DH1T-6 –•••

256MB Kingston KVR333X64C25/256 Hynix DS HY5DU56822BT-D43 –•••

512MB Kingston KVR333X64C25/512 Kingston DS D3208DH1T-6 –•••

512MB Kingston KVR400X64C3A/512 Hynix DS HY5DU56822BT-D43 –•••

512MB Kingston KVR400X64C3A/512 Kingston DS D3208DH1T-5 –•••

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

256MB Kingston KVR400X64C3A/256 Hynix SS HY5DU56822BT-D43 –•••

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

256MB Kingston KVR400X64C3A/256 PSC SS A2S56D30BTP –•••

1G Kingston KVR400X64C3A/1G Infineon DS HYB25D512800BE-5B –•••

256MB Infineon HYS64D32300GU-5-C Infineon SS HYB25D256800CE-5C 3 •••

512MB Infineon HYS64D64320GU-5-C åInfineon DS HYB25D256800CE-5C 3 •••

256MB Infineon HYS64D32300GU-5-C Infineon SS HYB25D256800CE-5C –•••

512MB Infineon HYS64D64320GU-6-C Infineon DS HYB25D256800CE-6C –•••

256MB HY HYMD232646D8J-D43 Hynix SS HY5DU56822BT-D43 –•••

512MB HY HYMD264646D8J-D43 Hynix DS HY5DU56822BT-D43 –•••

256MB HY HYMD232646B8J-J Hynix SS HY5DU56822BT-J –•••

512MB HY HYMD264646B8J-J Hynix DS HY5DU56822BT-J –•••

256MB Corsair VS256MB400 Value select SS VS32M8-5 2B0409 –•••

256MB Corsair XMS3202v3.1 Infineon SS HYB25D256807BT-5B 2 •••

512MB Corsair XMS3205v1.2 Winbond DS W942508CH-5 –•••

512MB Corsair VS512MB400 Value select DS VS32M8-5 2B0402 –•••

256MB Corsair VS256MB333 Samsung SS K4H5608380-TCB3 –•••

512MB Corsair VS512MB333 Value select SS VS32M8-6 2B0412 –•••

512MB Corsair XMS2702v3.1 Mosel DS V58C2256804SAT6 2 •••

512MB Micron MT16VDDT6464AG-335GB Micron DS MT46V32M8TG-6TG –•••

256MB Micron MT8VDDT3264AG-335GB Micron SS MT46V32M8TG-6TG 2.5 •••

256MB Micron MT8VDDT3264AG-40BGB Micron SS MT46V32M8TG-5BG 3 •••

512MB Micron MT16VDDT6464AG-40BCB Micron DS MT46V32M8TG-5BC 3 •••

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

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

256MB Samsung M368L3223FTN-CB3 Samsung SS K4H560838F-TCB3 2.5 •••

512MB Samsung M368L6423FTN-CB3 Samsung DS K4H560838F-TCB3 2.5 •••

256MB Winbond U24256ADWBG6H20 Winbond SS W942508CH-5 –•••

256MB Winbond U24256AAWBG6H20 Winbond SS W942508CH-6 –•••

512MB Winbond DDR333-512 Winbond DS W942508BH-6 –•••

512MB Winbond U24512ADWBG6H20 Winbond DS W942508CH-5 –•••

256MB Elpida U24256ADEPG6H20 Elpida SS DD2508AKTA-5C –•••

512MB Elpida U24512ADEPG6H20 Elpida DS DD2508AMTA –•••

256MB Transcend DDR400-256 Samsung SS K4H560838F-TCCC –•••

256MB Transcend DDR400-256 Mosel SS V58C2256804SAT5B –•••

512MB Transcend 102709-0001 PSC DS A2S56D3OATP 2.5 •••

512MB Transcend DDR400-512 Mosel DS V58C2256804SAT5B –•••

512MB Transcend DDR400-512 Samsung DS K4H560838F-TCCC –•••

256MB Transcend 111448-0214 PSC SS A2S56D30BTP 2.5 •••

512MB Transcend DDR333-512 Hynix DS HY5DU56822CT-J –•••

256MB Pmi 3208GATA07-04A7 Pmi SS PM4D328D50406EU –•••

512MB Pmi 3208GATA01-04A4 Pmi DS PM4D328S50403DU –•••

ModelModel

Model

ModelModel

BrandBrand

Brand

BrandBrand

Side(s)Side(s)

Side(s)

Side(s)Side(s)

ComponentComponent

Component

ComponentComponent

DIMM supportDIMM support

DIMM support

DIMM supportDIMM support

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Size Vendor

Size VendorSize Vendor

256MB Kingmax MPMB62D-38LT3R Mosel SS V58C2256804SAT6 –•••

512MB Kingmax MPMC22D-38HT3R Hynix DS HY5DU56822BT-J –•••

256MB Kingmax MPXB62D-38KT3R Kingmax SS KDL388P4LA-50 –•••

512MB Kingmax MPXC22D-38KT3R Kingmax DS KDL388P4EA-50 –•••

256MB Mosel V826632K24SATG-D3 Mosel SS V58C2256804SAT5 3 •••

512MB Mosel V826664K24SATG-D3 Mosel DS V58C2256804SAT5 3 •••

256MB Nanya NT256D64S88B1G-5T Nanya SS NT5DS32M8BT-5T 3 •••

512MB Apacer 77.90728.U1G Apacer DS AM3A568AJT-6B 2.5 •••

256MB Apacer 77.10636.46G Samsung SS K4H560838E-TCCC 3 ––•

256MB Apacer 77.10636.56G Mosel SS V58C2256804SAT5B 3 •••

512MB Apacer 77.10736.11G Infineon DS HYB25D256800BT-5B 3 •••

256MB Smart U24256ADSRG6H20 Smart SS D32M8XS50H3X4AMV –•••

256MB Smart U24256ADSRG6H20 Smart SS D32M8XS60HBX4AMV –•••

512MB Smart U24512ADSRG6H20 Smart DS D32M8XS50H3X4AMV –•••

512MB Smart U24512ADSRG6H20 Smart DS D32M8XS60HBX4AMV –•••

256MB Twinmos DDR333-256 Twinmos SS TMD7608F8E60B 2.5 •••

256MB Twinmos M2G9108A-TT Twinmos SS TMD7608F8E501 2.5 •••

256MB Promos V826632K24SCTG-D0 Promos SS V58C2256804SCT5B 2.5 •••

512MB Promos V826664K24SCTG-D0 Promos DS V58C2256804SCT5B 2.5 •••

512MB BiaoXing BXXC22D-38KT3B BiaoXing DS VM256D328BT-5 –•••

256MB Vdata MDYVD6F4G2880B1E0H Vdata SS VDD9616A8A-5C –•••

ModelModel

Model

ModelModel

BrandBrand

Brand

BrandBrand

Side(s)Side(s)

Side(s)

Side(s)Side(s)

ComponentComponent

Component

ComponentComponent

DIMM supportDIMM support

DIMM support

DIMM supportDIMM support

CLCL

Side(s): SS - Side(s): SS -

Side(s): SS - Single-Sided

Side(s): SS - Side(s): SS DIMM Support:DIMM Support:

DIMM Support:

DIMM Support:DIMM Support: AA

A - supports one module inserted into either the blue slots, in a Single-channel

DS -DS -

D S - Double-Sided

DS -DS -

memory configuration.

B - supports on pair of modules inserted into either the blue slots or the black slots

as one pair of Dual-channel memory configuration.

C - support for 4 modules inserted into the blue and black slots as two pairs of

Dual-channel memory configuration.

Visit the ASUS website (www.asus.com) for the latest DDR 400 Qualified Vendors List.

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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

Follow these steps 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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To install an expansion card:

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

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

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

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

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

6. Replace the system cover.

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2.6.22.6.2

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

Installing an expansion cardInstalling an expansion card

Installing an expansion card

Installing an expansion cardInstalling an expansion card

Configuring an expansion cardConfiguring an expansion card

Configuring an expansion card

Configuring an expansion cardConfiguring an expansion card

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

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