ASUS VINTAGE-S800 User Manual 2

Vintage-S800

Barebone System

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Copyright © 2005 ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. All Rights Reserved.Copyright © 2005 ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. All Rights Reserved. No part of this manual, including the products and software described in it, may be reproduced,

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Table of contents

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

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

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

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

Chapter 1:Chapter 1:

Chapter 1:

Chapter 1:Chapter 1:

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

1.2 Front panel ........................................................................... 1-2

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

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

Chapter 2:Chapter 2:

Chapter 2:

Chapter 2:Chapter 2:

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

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

2.3 Removing the side plate and front cover ............................. 2-3

2.4 Central Processing Unit (CPU) .............................................. 2-5

2.4.1 Overview ................................................................. 2-5

2.4.2 Installing the CPU.................................................... 2-6

2.5 Installing the fan and heatsink assembly .............................. 2-7

2.6 Installing system memory .................................................. 2-10

2.6.1 Memory configurations ......................................... 2-10

System IntroductionSystem Introduction

System Introduction

System IntroductionSystem Introduction

Basic InstallationBasic Installation

Basic Installation

Basic InstallationBasic Installation

2.6.2 DIMM installation ................................................... 2-11

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

2.7.1 Expansion slots ..................................................... 2-12

2.7.2 Expansion card installation ................................... 2-13

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

2.7.4 Standard interrupt assignments ........................... 2-14

2.7.5 IRQ assignments for this motherboard ................. 2-14

2.8 Installing a CD-ROM drive ................................................... 2-15

2.9 Installing a hard disk drive .................................................. 2-17

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

2.11 Reconnecting cables ........................................................... 2-21

2.12 Replacing the side plate and front cover ........................... 2-22

2.13 Connecting external devices .............................................. 2-24

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Chapter 3:Chapter 3:

Chapter 3:

Chapter 3:Chapter 3:

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

3.2 Support CD information ........................................................ 3-2

3.2.1 Running the support CD ......................................... 3-2

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

3.2.3 Utilities menu .......................................................... 3-3

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: BIOS InformationChapter 5: BIOS Information

Chapter 5: BIOS Information

Chapter 5: BIOS InformationChapter 5: BIOS Information

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

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

5.1.2 Using AFUDOS to copy the current BIOS ................ 5-3

Starting upStarting up

Starting up

Starting upStarting up

Motherboard InfoMotherboard Info

Motherboard Info

Motherboard InfoMotherboard Info

5.1.3 Using AFUDOS to update the BIOS ......................... 5-4

5.1.4 Using ASUS EZ Flash to update the BIOS ............... 5-5

5.2 BIOS Setup program ............................................................. 5-7

5.2.1 BIOS menu screen ................................................... 5-8

5.2.2 Menu bar ................................................................. 5-8

5.2.3 Navigation keys ...................................................... 5-8

5.2.4 Menu items ............................................................. 5-9

5.2.5 Sub-menu items ..................................................... 5-9

5.2.6 Configuration fields ................................................ 5-9

5.2.7 Pop-up window ....................................................... 5-9

5.2.8 Scroll bar ................................................................ 5-9

5.2.9 General help ............................................................ 5-9

5.3 Main menu .......................................................................... 5-10

5.3.1 System Time ......................................................... 5-10

5.3.2 System Date ......................................................... 5-10

5.3.3 Legacy Diskette A ................................................ 5-10

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5.3.4 Primary/Secondary IDE Master/Slave ................... 5-11

5.3.5 System information .............................................. 5-12

Table of contents

5.4 Advanced menu .................................................................. 5-13

5.4.1 JumperFree Configuration .................................... 5-13

5.4.2 CPU Configuration ................................................. 5-14

5.4.3 Chipset ................................................................. 5-15

5.4.4 Onboard Devices Configuration ............................5-18

5.4.5 PCI PnP ................................................................. 5-19

5.4.6 USB Configuration................................................. 5-21

5.5 Power menu ........................................................................ 5-22

5.5.1 ACPI Aware O/S .................................................... 5-22

5.5.2 Suspend Mode ...................................................... 5-22

5.5.3 Repost Video on S3 Resume ................................ 5-22

5.5.4 ACPI APIC Support ................................................ 5-22

5.5.5 APM Configuration ................................................ 5-23

5.5.6 Hardware Monitor ................................................. 5-25

5.6 Boot menu .......................................................................... 5-26

5.6.1 Boot Device Priority .............................................. 5-26

5.6.2 Boot Settings Configuration ................................. 5-27

5.6.3 Security ................................................................ 5-28

5.7 Exit menu ........................................................................... 5-30

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 S-800 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 S-800.

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 setupChapter 5: BIOS setup

Chapter 5: BIOS setup

5.5.

Chapter 5: BIOS setupChapter 5: BIOS setup This chapter tells how to change system settings through the BIOS

Setup menus and describes the BIOS parameters.

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Conventions used in this guideConventions used in this guide

Conventions used in this guide

Conventions used in this guideConventions used in this guide

WARNING: WARNING:

WARNING: Information to prevent injury to yourself when trying to

WARNING: WARNING: complete a task.

CAUTION: CAUTION:

CAUTION: Information to prevent damage to the components

CAUTION: CAUTION: when trying to complete a task.

IMPORTANT: IMPORTANT:

IMPORTANT: Instructions that you MUST follow to complete a

IMPORTANT: IMPORTANT: task.

NOTE: NOTE:

NOTE: Tips and additional information to aid in completing a task.

NOTE: NOTE:

Where to find more informationWhere to find more information

Where to find more information

Where to find more informationWhere to find more information

Refer to the following sources for additional information and for product and software updates.

1.1.

ASUS WebsitesASUS Websites

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 ASUS Vintage-S800 system package for the following items:

Item descriptionItem description

Item description

Item descriptionItem description

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ASUS Vintage-S800 barebone system with:

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• ASUS motherboard

• PFC/non-PFC power supply unit

• ASUS chassis

2.2.

CableCable

Cable

2.2.

CableCable

• AC power cable and plug

3.3.

Support CDSupport CD

Support CD

3.3.

Support CDSupport CD

4.4.

User guideUser guide

User guide

4.4.

User guideUser guide

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

Chapter 1

This chapter gives a general description of the ASUS Vintage-S800 barebone system. It includes introduction on the front and rear panel features, and the internal features.

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System introduction

1.1 Welcome!

Thank you for choosing the ASUS Vintage-S800!

The ASUS Vintage-S800 is an all-in-one barebone system with a versatile home entertainment feature.

The system comes in a stylish mini-tower casing, and is powered by the

ASUS motherboard that supports Intel

Pentium® 4 processors in the

478-pin package.

1.2 Front panel

This section describes the front external and internal features of the ASUS Vintage-S800 barebone system.

ExternalExternal

External

ExternalExternal

InternalInternal

Internal

InternalInternal

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Two empty 5.25-inch bays (drive in photo not included).Two empty 5.25-inch bays (drive in photo not included).

Two empty 5.25-inch bays (drive in photo not included).

1.1.

Two empty 5.25-inch bays (drive in photo not included).Two empty 5.25-inch bays (drive in photo not included). These bays are for IDE optical drives.

2.2.

Hard disk drive bay. Hard disk drive bay.

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

2.2.

Hard disk drive bay. Hard disk drive bay.

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Floppy drive slot. Floppy drive slot.

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

3.3.

Floppy drive slot. Floppy drive slot. (The floppy disk drive is not included in the package.)

4.4.

HDD LED.HDD LED.

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

4.4.

HDD LED.HDD LED. to the hard disk drive

5.5.

Power button. Power button.

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

5.5.

Power button. Power button.

6.6.

Headphone port.Headphone port.

Headphone port. This port connects a headphone with a stereo

6.6.

Headphone port.Headphone port. mini-plug.

7.7.

Microphone port.Microphone port.

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

7.7.

Microphone port.Microphone port.

8.8.

USB 2.0 ports. USB 2.0 ports.

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

8.8.

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

Audio ports function variationAudio ports function variation

Audio ports function variation

Audio ports function variationAudio ports function variation

PortPort

Port

PortPort

Light Blue Line In No function LFE Output*/Center Lime Line Out Front Speaker Out Front Speaker Out Pink Mic In Surround Surround

* Low Frequency Enhanced Output* Low Frequency Enhanced Output

* Low Frequency Enhanced Output

* Low Frequency Enhanced Output* Low Frequency Enhanced Output

Headphone/2-ChannelHeadphone/2-Channel

Headphone/2-Channel

Headphone/2-ChannelHeadphone/2-Channel

4-Channel4-Channel

4-Channel

4-Channel4-Channel

6-Channel6-Channel

6-Channel

6-Channel6-Channel

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1.3 Rear panel

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

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115V/230V115V/230V

115V/230V

115V/230V115V/230V VoltageVoltage

Voltage

VoltageVoltage selectorselector

selector

selectorselector

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

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

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

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2.2.

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

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

2.2.

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

3.3.

Serial port. Serial port.

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

3.3.

Serial port. Serial port. that conform with serial specification.

4.4.

Parallel port. Parallel port.

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

4.4.

Parallel port. Parallel port. devices.

5.5.

VGA port.VGA port.

VGA port. This port connects a VGA monitor.

5.5.

VGA port.VGA port.

6.6.

USB 2.0 ports.USB 2.0 ports.

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

6.6.

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

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7.7.

USB 2.0 ports.USB 2.0 ports.

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

7.7.

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

8.8.

Microphone port. Microphone port.

Microphone port. This Microphone (pink) port connects a

8.8.

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

9.9.

Line Out port. Line Out port.

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

9.9.

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

10.10.

Line In port.Line In port.

10.

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

10.10.

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

11.11.

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

11.

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

11.11.

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

12.12.

Power socket.Power socket.

12.

Power socket. This socket connects the power cable and plug.

12.12.

Power socket.Power socket.

13.13.

Power supply module.Power supply module.

13.

Power supply module. This module houses the power supply unit.

13.13.

Power supply module.Power supply module.

14.14.

Voltage selector. Voltage selector.

14.

Voltage selector. This switch allows you to select the appropriate

14.14.

Voltage selector. Voltage selector. voltage supply in your area.

15.15.

Fan vent.Fan vent.

15.

Fan vent. The fan vent allows air to be circulated by the power

15.15.

Fan vent.Fan vent. supply fan.

16.16.

Expansion slots.Expansion slots.

16.

Expansion slots. You can insert expansion boards into these slots

16.16.

Expansion slots.Expansion slots. to add memory and graphics capabilities to the system.

Voltage SelectorVoltage Selector

Voltage Selector

Voltage SelectorVoltage Selector

The switching power supply that came with the system has a voltage selector switch below the power socket. Use this switch to select the appropriate voltage according to the voltage supply in your area.

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

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

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

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1.4 Internal components

The figure below shows the internal view of the system when you remove the cover and flip out the drive frame. The standard components already installed in the system and the locations of the available drive bays are pointed out.

The system may come with either a PFC (Power Factor Correction) or non-PFC power supply.

1. PFC/Non-PFC power supply

2. Motherboard

3. Two 5.25” optical drive bays

4. 3.5” HDD drive bay

5. 3.5” Floppy drive bay (drive in photo not included)

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Chapter 2

This chapter gives step-by-step instructions on how to install components into the barebone system.

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2.1 Preparation

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

Basic components to installBasic components to install

Basic components to install

Basic components to installBasic components to install

1. Central processing unit (CPU)

2. DDR Dual Inline Memory Module (DIMM)

3. Expansion card(s)

4. Hard disk drive

5. Optical drive(s)

6. Floppy disk drive

ToolTool

Tool

ToolTool

Phillips (cross) screw driver

2.2 Before you proceed

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

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

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

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

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

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Onboard LED

Standby

Power

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OFF

Powere

Off

2.3 Removing the side plate 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.

Remove only the left side plate.

ScrewScrew

Screw

ScrewScrew

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

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Side lockSide lock

Side lock

Side lockSide lock tabtab

tab

tabtab

Steel railingSteel railing

Steel railing

Steel railingSteel railing

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

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

Hinge-like tabHinge-like tab

Hinge-like tab

Hinge-like tabHinge-like tab

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2.4 Central Processing Unit (CPU)

2.4.12.4.1

2.4.1

2.4.12.4.1

OverviewOverview

Overview

OverviewOverview

The Intel® Pentium® 4 processor in the 478-pin package has a gold triangular mark on one corner. This mark indicates the processor Pin 1 that should match a specific corner of the CPU socket.

Gold Arrow

CPU Socket 478

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

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Notes on IntelNotes on Intel

Notes on Intel

Notes on IntelNotes on Intel

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Hyper-Threading Technology is supported under Linux 2.4.x (kernel)Linux 2.4.x (kernel)

Linux 2.4.x (kernel) and later versions only. Under Linux, use

Linux 2.4.x (kernel)Linux 2.4.x (kernel) the Hyper-Threading compliler to compile the code. If you are using any other operating systems, disable the Hyper-Threading Techonology item in BIOS to ensure system stability and performance.

nstalling Windows® XP Service Pack 1 is recommended.

Make sure to enable the Hyper-Threading Technology item in the BIOS before installing a supported operating system.

For more information on Hyper-Threading Technology, visit www.intel.com/info/hyperthreadingwww.intel.com/info/hyperthreading

www.intel.com/info/hyperthreading.

www.intel.com/info/hyperthreadingwww.intel.com/info/hyperthreading

Hyper-Threading Technology Hyper-Threading Technology

Hyper-Threading Technology

Hyper-Threading Technology Hyper-Threading Technology

WindowsWindows

Windows

WindowsWindows

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XP XP

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XP XP

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Installing the CPUInstalling the CPU

Installing the CPU

Installing the CPUInstalling the CPU

To install a CPU:

1. Locate the 478-pin ZIF socket on the motherboard.

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 a 90°-100° angle, otherwise the CPU does not fit in completely.

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

Socket leverSocket lever

Socket lever

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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.

Gold markGold mark

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2.5 Installing the fan and heatsink assembly

The Intel® Pentium® 4 Processor requires a specially designed heatsink and fan assembly to ensure optimum thermal condition and performance.

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When you buy a boxed Intel® Pentium® 4 processor, the package includes the heatsink, fan, and retention mechanism.

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If you buy a CPU separately, make sure that you use only Intel®-certified heatsink and fan.

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.

CPU heatsinkCPU heatsink

CPU heatsink

CPU heatsinkCPU heatsink

Retention module baseRetention module base

Retention module base

Retention module baseRetention module base

Your boxed Intel® Pentium® 4 processor package should come with installation instructions for the CPU, heatsink, and the retention mechanism. If the instructions in this section do not match the CPU documentation, follow the latter.

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2. Position the fan with the retention mechanism on top of the heatsink. Align and snap the four hooks of the retention mechanism to the holes on each corner of the module base.

Make sure that the fan and retention mechanism assembly perfectly fits the heatsink and module base; otherwise, you cannot snap the hooks into the holes.

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Retention hole

Retention lockRetention lock

Retention lock

Retention lockRetention lock

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Retention hook snappedRetention hook snapped

Retention hook snapped

Retention hook snappedRetention hook snapped to the retention holeto the retention hole

to the retention hole

to the retention holeto the retention hole

Keep the retention locks lifted upward while fitting the retention mechanism to the module base.

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3. Push down the locks on the retention mechanism to secure the heatsink and fan to the module base.

When secure, the retention locks should point to opposite directions.

Connecting the CPU fan cableConnecting the CPU fan cable

Connecting the CPU fan cable

Connecting the CPU fan cableConnecting the CPU fan cable

When the fan, heatsink, and the retention mechanism are in place, connect the CPU fan cable to the connector on the motherboard labeled CPU_FAN1.

CPU Fan ConnectorCPU Fan Connector

CPU Fan Connector

CPU Fan ConnectorCPU Fan Connector

(CPU_FAN1)(CPU_FAN1)

(CPU_FAN1)

(CPU_FAN1)(CPU_FAN1)

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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2.6 Installing system memory

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

80 Pins 104 Pins

184-Pin DDR DIMM sockets

DIMM1

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Memory configurationsMemory configurations

Memory configurations

Memory configurationsMemory configurations

You may install any DDR DIMMs with 64 MB, 128 MB, 256 MB, 512 MB, and 1 GB densities into the DIMM sockets.

Memory frequency/CPU FSB synchronizationMemory frequency/CPU FSB synchronization

Memory frequency/CPU FSB synchronization

Memory frequency/CPU FSB synchronizationMemory frequency/CPU FSB synchronization

CPU FSB CPU FSB

CPU FSB

CPU FSB CPU FSB

800MHz PC3200/PC2700/PC2100 400/333*/266 MHz 533MHz PC2700/PC2100 333/266 MHz 400MHz PC2100 266 MHz

*When using 800 MHz CPU FSB, PC2700 DDR DIMMs may run only at 320 MHz (not 333 MHz) due to chipset limitation.

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DDR DIMM Type

DDR DIMM TypeDDR DIMM Type

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Memory Frequency

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DIMM installationDIMM installation

DIMM installation

DIMM installationDIMM installation

To install a DDR DIMM:

1. Locate the two DIMM sockets on the motherboard.

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

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

DDR DIMM socketsDDR DIMM sockets

DDR DIMM sockets

DDR DIMM socketsDDR DIMM sockets

DIMM notchDIMM notch

DIMM notch

DIMM notchDIMM notch

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

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

Socket breakSocket break

Socket break

Socket breakSocket break

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