Asus X900-PI4 User Manual

P4T

Intel® 850 ATX Motherboard

USER’S MANUAL

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Product Name: ASUS P4T Manual Revision: 1.07 E820 Release Date: July 2001

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ASUS CONTACT INFORMATION

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CONTENTS

1. INTRODUCTION ............................................................................. 7

1.1 How This Manual Is Organized .................................................. 7

1.2 Item Checklist ............................................................................. 7

2. FEATURES ........................................................................................ 8

2.1 The ASUS P4T............................................................................ 8

2.2 P4T Motherboard Components ................................................. 12

3. HARDWARE SETUP ...................................................................... 14

3.1 P4T Motherboard Layout.......................................................... 14

3.2 Layout Contents ........................................................................ 15

3.3 Getting Started .......................................................................... 16

3.4 Motherboard Settings................................................................ 17

3.5 System Memory ........................................................................ 22

3.5.1 Installing Memory ......................................................... 23

3.6 Central Processing Unit (CPU) ................................................. 24

3.6.1 CPU Installation ............................................................ 24

3.6.2 CPU Heatsink Retention Module Installation ............... 25

3.7 Expansion Cards ....................................................................... 27

3.8 External Connectors.................................................................. 30

3.9 Starting Up the First Time ........................................................ 41

4. BIOS SETUP..................................................................................... 43

4.1 Managing and Updating Your BIOS ......................................... 43

4.1.1 Upon First Use of the Computer System....................... 43

4.1.2 Updating BIOS Procedures ........................................... 44

4.2 BIOS Setup Program ................................................................ 47

4.2.1 BIOS Menu Bar ............................................................. 48

4.2.2 Legend Bar .................................................................... 48

4.3 Main Menu................................................................................ 50

4.3.1 Primary & Secondary Master/Slave .............................. 51

4.3.2 Keyboard Features ......................................................... 54

4.4 Advanced Menu ........................................................................ 56

4.4.1 Chip Configuration ........................................................ 60

4.4.2 I/O Device Configuration .............................................. 62

4.4.3 PCI Configuration ......................................................... 64

4.4.4 Shadow Configuration ................................................... 65

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4.5 Power Menu .............................................................................. 66

4.5.1 Power Up Control.......................................................... 68

4.5.2 Hardware Monitor ......................................................... 70

4.6 Boot Menu ................................................................................ 71

4.7 Exit Menu ................................................................................. 73

5. SOFTWARE SETUP....................................................................... 75

5.1 Install Operating System........................................................... 75

5.2 Start Windows........................................................................... 75

5.3 P4T Motherboard Support CD.................................................. 76

5.4 INF Update Utility for Intel 850 Chipset .................................. 78

5.5 Intel Ultra ATA Storage Driver ................................................. 79

5.6 Intel LDCM Administrator Setup ............................................. 81

5.7 Intel LDCM Client Setup.......................................................... 83

5.8 ASUS BIOS Flash Utility for LDCM 6.0 ................................. 84

5.9 ASUS PC Probe Vx.xx ............................................................. 84

5.10 ASUS Update Vx.xx ................................................................. 86

5.11 Microsoft DirectX Driver ......................................................... 87

5.12 YAMAHA S-YXG50 SoftSynthesizer...................................... 89

5.13 PC-Cillin 98 Vx.xx ................................................................... 89

5.14 Adobe Acrobat Reader Vx.x ..................................................... 90

5.15 Install Cyberlink Video and Audio Applications ...................... 90

5.16 Uninstalling Programs .............................................................. 92

6. SOFTWARE REFERENCE ........................................................... 95

6.1 ASUS PC Probe ........................................................................ 95

6.2 ASUS Update.......................................................................... 100

6.3 YAMAHA XGPlayer .............................................................. 101

6.4 CyberLink PowerPlayer SE .................................................... 105

6.5 CyberLink V ideoLive Mail..................................................... 106

7. APPENDIX..................................................................................... 109

7.1 Glossary .................................................................................. 109

INDEX ................................................................................................. 113

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FCC & DOC COMPLIANCE

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

• This device may not cause harmful interference, and

• 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:

• Re-orient or relocate the receiving antenna.

• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

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

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

WARNING! Any changes or modifications to this product not expressly ap-

proved by the manufacturer could void any assurances of safety or performance and could result in violation of Part 15 of the FCC Rules.

Reprinted from the Code of Federal Regulations #47, part 15.193, 1993. Washington DC: Office of the Federal Register, National Archives and Records Administration, U.S. Government Printing Office.

Canadian 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. Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada.

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1. INTRODUCTION

1.1 How This Manual Is Organized

This manual is divided into the following sections:

1. INTRODUCTION Manual information and checklist

2. FEATURES Production information and specifications

3. HARDWARE SETUP Intructions on setting up the motherboard.

4. BIOS SETUP Intructions on setting up the BIOS

5. SOFTWARE SETUP Intructions on setting up the included software

6. SOFTWARE REFERENCE Reference material for the included software

7. APPENDIX Optional items and general reference

1.2 Item Checklist

Check that your package is complete. If you discover damaged or missing items, contact your retailer.

Manual / Checklist

1. INTRODUCTION

Package Contents

(1) ASUS Motherboard (1) 40-pin 80-conductor ribbon

cable for internal UltraDMA33/ 66/100 IDE drives

(1) Ribbon cable for master and slave

IDE drives

(1) Ribbon cable for (1) 5.25” and (2)

3.5” floppy disk drives

(2) ASUS C-RIMM Continuity

RIMM

(1) ASUS 2-port USB connector set

with bracket (1) I/O port bracket (1) Bag of spare jumpers (1) Support drivers and utilities (1) This Motherboard User’s Manual (1) CPU Heatsink Retention Module

Optional Items

ASUS IrDA-compliant infrared module

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2.1 The ASUS P4T

The ASUS P4T motherboard is carefully designed for the demanding PC user who wants advanced features processed by the fastest processors.

2.1.1Specifications

• Latest Intel Processor Support

2. FEATURES

Specifications

• Intel 850 Chipset: Features the Intel

• Intel ICH2: The Intel I/O Controller Hub 2 (ICH2) features support for

• PC800 Memory Support: Equipped with four Rambus Inline Memory Module

• Intel

2. FEATURES

Intel Socket 423 Pentium

I/O Controller Hub, and Firmware Hub) with support for AGP 4X mode; 400MHz Front Side Bus (FSB); and dual channel RDRAM.

UltraDMA/100, which allows burst mode data transfer rates of up to 100MB/ sec; and two USB controllers for a total of 4 USB ports.

(RIMM) sockets to support Intel PC800/PC600-compliant Rambus DRAMs (RDRAMs) (available in 64, 96, 128, 192, 256, 512MB densities) up to 2GB. These RDRAMs are necessary to meet the increase in processor performance and multimedia and 3D functions, especially where high bandwidth is required.

Accelerated Hub Architecture: Features a dedicated high speed hub

link between the ICH2 and MCH with a bandwidth of 266MB/sec – twice the maximum bandwidth of the PCI bus.

4 processors

850 chipset (Memory Controller Hub,

• AGP Pro Slot: Comes with an Accelerated Graphics Port Pro slot that supports

AGP cards for high performance, component level interconnect targeted at 3D graphical applications using a 1X, 2X, or 4X mode bus. Backward compatible to support AGP 2X and AGP 1X.

• UltraDMA/100 Support: Comes with an onboard PCI Bus Master IDE controller

with two connectors that support four IDE devices on two channels. Supports UltraDMA/100, UltraDMA/66, UltraDMA/33, PIO Modes 3 & 4 and Bus Master IDE DMA Mode 2, and Enhanced IDE devices, such as DVD-ROM, CD-ROM, CD-R/R W, LS-120, and Tape Backup drives.

• More USB Ports: Supports a total of 4 USB ports for more peripheral connec-

tivity options.

• W ake-Up Support: Supports W ake-On-LAN, W ake-On-Ring, Keyboard W ake-

Up, and BIOS Wake-Up.

• JumperFree™ Mode: Allows processor settings and easy overclocking of fre-

quency and Vcore voltage all through BIOS setup when JumperFree™ mode is enabled. Easy-to-use DIP switches instead of jumpers are included to allow manual adjustment of the processor’s external frequency.

• Around-the-Clock Intrusion Detection: Chassis intrusion circuitry can log

chassis open events into LDCM. The onboard battery supports detection even when normal power is removed and through a new design, battery drain is even lower than the RTC used for keeping time!

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2. FEATURES

• SMBus: Features the System Management Bus interface, which is used to physi-

cally transport commands and information between SMBus devices.

• PC Health Monitoring: Provides an easy way to examine and manage system

status information, such as CPU and systerm voltages, temperatures, and fan status through the onboard hardware ASUS ASIC and the bundled ASUS PC Probe or Intel LDCM software.

• Legacy Free: Provides five 32-bit PCI (PCI 2.2 compliant) with no ISA, elimi-

nating bottlenecks and system memory management issues. All PCI slots can support Bus Master PCI cards, such as SCSI or LAN cards. (PCI supports up to 133MB/s maximum throughput.)

• Low Pin Count (LPC) Multi-I/O: Provides two high-speed UAR T compatible

serial ports and one parallel port with EPP and ECP capabilities. UART2 can also be directed from COM2 to the Infrared Module for wireless connections.

• Enhanced ACPI & Anti-Boot Virus Protection: Programmable BIOS (Flash

EEPROM), offering enhanced ACPI for Windows 98/2000/Millenium compatibility, built-in firmware-based virus protection, and autodetection of most devices for virtually automatic setup.

• Smart BIOS: 4Mbit firmware gives a new easy-to-use interface which provides

more control and protection over the motherboard. Provides Vcore and CPU/ RDRAM frequency adjustments, boot block write protection, and HD/SCSI/MO/ ZIP/CD/Floppy boot selection.

• IrDA: Supports an optional infrared port module for a wireless interface.

• Concurrent PCI: Concurrent PCI allows multiple PCI transfers from PCI mas-

ter busses to the memory and processor.

• Onboard LED: The onboard LED will light up when there is standby power to

the motherboard. This acts as a reminder to the user to turn OFF the power before plugging and unplugging devices so as not to damage the motherboard, peripherals, and/or components.

• Integrated LAN Capability (optional): Features the Intel ICH2 integrated LAN

controller, which supports Wired for Management, remote wake-up, and OnNow initiative to reduce Total Cost of Ownership (TCO).

2. FEATURES

Optional Components

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2.1.2 Performance

• High-Speed Data T ransfer Interface: Onboard IDE Bus Master controller with

2. FEATURES

Performance

• Concurrent PCI: Concurrent PCI allows multiple PCI transfers from PCI mas-

• RDRAM Optimized Performance: This motherboard supports the new gen-

2. FEATURES

two connectors that support four IDE devices in two channels. Supports UltraDMA/100/66, UltraDMA/33 (IDE DMA Mode 2), PIO Modes 3 & 4, and supports Enhanced IDE devices, such as DVD-ROM, CD-ROM, CD-R/RW, LS-120, and Tape Backup drives. UltraDMA/100 is backward compatible with DMA/66, DMA/33, and DMA and with existing DMA devices and systems so there is no need to upgrade current EIDE/IDE drives and host systems. (UltraDMA/66/100 requires a 40-pin 80-conductor cable to be enabled.)

ter buses to memory and processor.

eration memory , Rambus Dynamic Random Access Memory (RDRAM). While PC100 SDRAM modules operate at 100MHz with a peak bandwidth of 0.8GB/s, MCH dual channel Rambus DRAMs can operate at up to 400 MHz with a peak bandwidth of 3.2GB/s.

• ACPI Ready: ACPI (Advanced Configuration and Power Interface) is also imple-

mented on all ASUS smart series motherboards. ACPI provides more Energy Saving Features for future operating systems (OS) supporting OS Direct Power Management (OSPM) functionality . W ith these features implemented in the OS, PCs can be ready around the clock, yet satisfy all the energy saving standards. To fully utilize the benefits of ACPI, an ACPI-supported OS, such as Windows 98/2000/Millenium, must be used.

• Suspend and Go: Suspend-to-RAM (STR) provides maximum power savings

as an alternative to leaving the computer ON and QuickStart™ so that you do not have to wait for a long time for system bootup.

• New Compliancy: Both the BIOS and hardware levels of the motherboard meet

the stringent requirements for PC 99 certification. The new PC 99 requirements for systems and components are based on the following high-level goals: support for Plug and Play compatibility and power management for configuring and managing all system components, and 32-bit device drivers and installation procedures for W indows 95/NT and later. Color-coded connectors and descriptive icons make identification easy as required by PC 99.

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2. FEATURES

2.1.3 Intelligence

• Auto CPU Throttling Function: Incorporated into this motherboard is a new

technology to enable Pentium 4 processors auto throttling function. When auto throttling is enabled, the CPU with throttle down to 50% of its duty cycle when the CPU temperature reaches the threshold and return to 100% of its duty cycle when temperature lowers to normal level. This function ensures the best performance and reliability.

• Fan Status Monitoring and Alarm: To prevent system overheat and system

damage, the CPU, PCI, and MAIN fans can be monitored for RPM and failure. All the fans are set for its normal RPM range and alarm thresholds.

• T emperature Monitoring and Alert: T o prevent system overheat and system dam-

age, this motherboard supports processor thermal sensing and auto-protection.

• Voltage Monitoring and Alert: System voltage levels are monitored to ensure

stable current to critical motherboard components. Voltage specifications are more critical for future processors, so monitoring is necessary to ensure proper system configuration and management.

Intelligence

2. FEATURES

• System Resources Alert: Today’s operating systems, such as Windows 98/

Millenium, and W indows NT/2000, require much more memory and hard drive space to present enormous user interfaces and run large applications. The onboard hardware ASUS ASIC in conjunction with either the bundled ASUS PC Probe or Intel LDCM will warn the user before the system resources are used up to prevent possible application crashes. Suggestions will give the user information on managing their limited resources more efficiently.

• Dual Function Power Button: Through BIOS, the power button can be defined as the “Stand by” (a.k.a. Suspend or Sleep) button or as the Soft-Off (see ATX Power / Soft-Off Switch Lead in 3.8 Connectors for more information) button. Regardless of the setting, pushing the power button for more than 4 seconds will enter the Soft-Off mode.

• Remote Ring On (requires modem): This allows a computer to be turned on remotely through an internal or external modem. With this benefit on-hand, users can access any information from their computers from anywhere in the world.

• Message LED (requires ACPI OS support): Message LEDs now act as infor- mation providers. Through the way a particular LED illuminates, the user can determine if a message has been received from a fax/modem. A simple glimpse provides useful information to the user. This function requires ACPI OS and driver support.

• Peripheral Power Up: Keyboard or Mouse power up can be enabled or dis- abled through BIOS setup to allow the computer to be powered ON using your keyboard or mouse click.

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2.2 P4T Motherboard Components

See opposite page for locations.

Processor Support Socket 423 for Pentium 4 Processors ....................................... 1

2. FEATURES

MB Components

Expansion Slots 5 PCI Slots .............................................................................. 18

2. FEATURES

Location

Feature Setting DIP Switches ................................................... 8

Chipsets Intel 850 Memory Controller Hub (MCH) ............................... 2

Intel I/O Controller Hub 2 (ICH2) ......................................... 12

4Mbit Firmware Hub (FWH) ................................................. 14

Low Pin Count (LPC) Multi-I/O Chipset ............................... 16

Main Memory Maximum 2GB support

4 RIMM Sockets ...................................................................... 3

Dual Channel PC800/PC600 RDRAM support

1 Accelerated Graphics Port (AGP) Pro Slot ......................... 19

System I/O 2 IDE Connectors (UltraDMA33/66/100 support) ................... 4

1 Floppy Disk Drive Connector ............................................... 7

1 USB Header (supports 2 USB ports)................................... 11

2 USB Port Connectors .......................................................... 20

1 Parallel Port Connector ............................................. (Top) 22

2 Serial COM1/COM2 Port Connectors .......... (Bottom) 21, 23

1 PS/2 Mouse Connector .............................................. (Top) 24

1 PS/2 Keyboard Connector ................................... (Bottom) 24

Network Features LAN (RJ-45) Connector (optional) .............................. (Top) 20

Wake-On-LAN Connector...................................................... 15

Wake-On-Ring Connector ...................................................... 17

Hardware Monitoring System Voltage Monitoring (integrated in ASUS ASIC) ....... 10

Power ATX Power Supply Connector ................................................. 6

ATX 12V Power Supply Connector ......................................... 9

Auxiliary Power Supply Connector ......................................... 5

Special Feature Onboard LED ......................................................................... 13

Form Factor ATX

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2.2.1 Component Locations

24 23

72 5

2. FEATURES

Component Locations

16 814

10 91317

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3.1 P4T Motherboard Layout

PS/2KBMS

T: Mouse B: Keyboard

COM1

PARALLEL PORT

COM2

Motherboard Layout

3. H/W SETUP

USB

T: Port1 B: Port

Top:

RJ-45

USBPWR

3. HARDWARE SETUP

24.4cm (9.60in)

RIMMB2 (16/18 bit, 184-pin module)

RIMMB1 (16/18 bit, 184-pin module)

RIMMA2 (16/18 bit, 184-pin module)

RIMMA1 (16/18 bit, 184-pin module)

MAIN_FAN

TR2

Intel 850

Memory

Controller

Hub (MCH)

Socket 423

ATX12V

AUX Power Connector

CPU_FAN

ATX Power Connector

FLOPPY

30.5cm (12.0in)

Accelerated Graphics Port (AGP Pro)

CHASSIS

P4T

PCI1

PCI2

PCI3

PCI4

PCI5

WOR

SMB

CR2032 3V Lithium Cell

CMOS Power

4Mbit

Firmware

Hub

Multi

I/O

WOL

Intel I/O

Controller

Hub

(ICH2)

LED

SCSILED

CLRTC

PCI_FAN

USB2

PANEL

ASUS

ASIC

Hardware

Monitor

with

SECONDARY IDE

PRIMARY IDE

JEN

HDDLED

DIP

Switches

Grayed components are available only on certain models at the time of purchase.

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3.2 Layout Contents

Motherboard Settings

1) JEN p. 17 JumperFree Mode Setting (Disable / Enable)

2) SW1 6-10 p. 18 CPU External Frequency (Switches 6–10)

3) SW1 1-4 p. 20 CPU Core: Bus Frequency Multiple (Switches 1–4)

4) USBPWR p. 21 USB Device Wake-Up (Enable / Disable)

Memory, CPU and Expansion

1) RIMM A1/A2/B1/B2 p. 22 184-Pin System Memory Support

2) CPU p. 24 Central Processing Unit

3) Heatsink p. 25 CPU Heatsink Retention Module Installation

3) PCI 1/2/3/4/5 p. 27 32-bit PCI Bus Expansion Slots

4) AGP Pro p. 29 Accelerated Graphics Port Slot

Connectors

1) PS2KBMS p. 30 PS/2 Mouse Port (6 pin female)

2) PS2KBMS p. 30 PS/2 Keyboard Port (6 pin female)

3) PRINTER p. 31 Parallel Port (25 pin female)

4) COM1/COM2 p. 31 Serial Ports (9 pin /10-1 pin male)

5) USB p. 31 Universal Serial Bus Ports 1 & 2 (Tw o 4 pin female)

6) RJ45 p. 32 Fast Ethernet Port Connector (Optional)

PRIMARY/SECONDARY IDE

8) FLOPPY p. 33 Floppy Disk Drive Connector (34 pin)

9) CPU/PCI/MAIN_FAN p. 33 CPU, PCI, and Main Fan Connectors (Three 3 pin)

10) SMB p. 34 SMBus Connector (5-1 pin)

11) CHASSIS p. 34 Chassis Intrusion Lead (2 pin)

12) WOL p. 35 Wake-On-LAN Connector (13 pin)

13) WOR p. 35 Wake-On-Ring Connector (2 pin)

14) USB2 p. 36 USB Header (10-1 pin)

15) HDDLED p. 36 Hard Disk Drive Activity LED Connector (2 pin)

16) SCSILED p. 36 SCSI Activity LED Connector (2 pin)

17) IR p. 37 Infrared Module Connector (5 pin)

18) TR2 p. 37 Device Thermal Sensor Connector (2 pin)

19) ATXPWR, AUXPWR, p. 38 ATX Power Supply Connectors (20 pin) ATX12V

20)

PWR.LED (

21) KEYLOCK

22) SPEAKER (PANEL) p. 39 System Warning Speaker Lead (4 pin)

23) MSG.LED (PANEL) p. 39 System Message LED Lead (2 pin)

24) SMI (PANEL) p. 39 System Management Interrupt Lead (2 pin)

25) PWRSW (PANEL) p. 39 ATX / Soft-Off Switch Lead (2 pin)

26) RESET (PANEL) p. 39 Reset Switch Lead (2 pin)

PANEL

(

PANEL)p. 39 System Keyboard Lock Switch Lead (2 pin)

p. 32 Primary and Secondary IDE Connectors (Two 40-1 pin)

)

p. 39 System Power LED Lead (3 pin)

3. H/W SETUP

Layout Contents

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3.3 Getting Started

IMPORTANT: Due to Pentium 4 CPU’s power consumption requirement, an

ATX12V power supply is recommended for this motherboard. For typical system configurations, an ATX12V power supply that can supply at least 230W and at least

8.5A on the +12V lead is required. For heavily-loaded configurations, an ATX12V power supply that can supply at least 300W is required.

Before using your computer, you must complete the following steps:

• Check Motherboard Settings

• Install Memory Modules

• Install the Central Processing Unit (CPU)

• Install Expansion Cards

• Connect Ribbon Cables, Panel Wires, and Power Supply

Motherboard Settings

3. H/W SETUP

WARNING! Computer motherboards and expansion cards contain very delicate

Integrated Circuit (IC) chips. T o protect them against damage from static electricity , you should follow some precautions whenever you work on your computer .

3. HARDWARE SETUP

1. Unplug your computer when working on the inside.

2. Use a grounded wrist strap before handling computer components. If you do not have one, touch both of your hands to a safely grounded object or to a metal object, such as the power supply case.

3. Hold components by the edges and try not to touch the IC chips, leads or connectors, or other components.

4. Place components on a grounded antistatic pad or on the bag that came with the component whenever the components are separated from the system.

5. Ensure that the ATX power supply is switched off before you plug in or remove the ATX power connector on the motherboard.

WARNING! Make sure that you unplug your power supply when adding or

removing system components. Failure to do so may cause severe damage to your motherboard, peripherals, and/or components.

P4T

P4T Onboard LED

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Standby

Power

OFF

Powered

Off

3. HARDWARE SETUP

3.4 Motherboard Settings

Motherboard Frequency Settings (DIP Switches)

The motherboard frequency is adjusted through the jumpers and the DIP switches. The white block represents the switch’s position. The illustration below shows all the switches in the OFF position.

OFF

SW1

P4T

1. Frequency Multiple

2. Frequency Multiple

3. Frequency Multiple

4. Frequency Multiple

5. Reserved

6. Frequency Selection

7. Frequency Selection

8. Frequency Selection

9. Frequency Selection

10. Frequency Selection

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P4T DIP Switches

1) JumperFree™ Mode (JEN)

This jumper allows you to enable or disable the JumperFree™ mode. The JumperFree™ mode allows processor settings to be made through the BIOS setup (see 4.4 Advanced Menu).

NOTE: In JumperFree™ mode, all dip switches must be set to OFF.

Setting JEN

Enable (JumperFree™) [2-3] (default) Disable (Jumper Mode) [1-2]

SW1

OFF

3. H/W SETUP

Motherboard Settings

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P4T JumperFree™ Mode Setting

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Jumper JumperFree

JEN

3. HARDWARE SETUP

2) CPU External Frequency Setting (SW1 Switches 6–10)

This option tells the clock generator which frequency to send to the CPU, DRAM, and the PCI bus. This allows the selection of the CPU’s External frequency (or

BUS Clock.)

NOTE: JEN must be set to [1-2] to use these switches. Only selected switches are illustrated. For a complete frequency listing, see the next page.

SW1

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CPU/DRAM PCI BUS

P4T

CPU/DRAM PCI BUS

→→100.0MHz

33.3MHz

→

110.0MHz

→

36.7MHz

→

120.0MHz

→

40.0MHz

103.0MHz

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122.0MHz

34.3MHz

37.3MHz

40.7MHz

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105.0MHz

35.0MHz

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115.0MHz

38.3MHz

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41.7MHz

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108.0MHz

36.0MHz

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39.3MHz

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42.7MHz

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→

130.0MHz

→

43.30MHz

133.0MHz

44.3MHz

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Manual CPU Settings

NOTE: The following table is for use by experienced motherboard installers only. Overclocking can result in system instability or even shorten the life of the processor .

CPU PCI AGP Frequency Selection Switches

(MHz) (MHz) (MHz) 6 7 8 9 10

100 33.5 66.9 [ON] [OFF] [ON] [ON] [ON] 103 34.3 68.7 [OFF] [OFF] [ON] [ON] [ON] 105 35.0 70.0 [ON] [ON] [OFF] [ON] [ON] 108 36.0 72.0 [OFF] [ON] [OFF] [ON] [ON] 110 36.7 73.3 [ON] [OFF] [OFF] [ON] [ON] 112 37.3 74.7 [OFF] [OFF] [OFF] [ON] [ON] 115 38.3 76.7 [ON] [ON] [ON] [OFF] [ON] 118 39.3 78.7 [OFF] [ON] [ON] [OFF] [ON] 120 40.0 80.0 [ON] [OFF] [ON] [OFF] [ON] 122 40.7 81.3 [OFF] [OFF] [ON] [OFF] [ON] 125 41.7 83.3 [ON] [ON] [OFF] [OFF] [ON] 125 41.7 83.3 [OFF] [ON] [OFF] [OFF] [ON] 130 43.3 86.7 [ON] [OFF] [OFF] [OFF] [ON] 133 44.5 89.1 [OFF] [OFF] [OFF] [OFF] [ON] 120 30.0 60.0 [ON] [ON] [ON] [ON] [OFF] 133 33.3 66.7 [OFF] [ON] [ON] [ON] [OFF] 133 33.4 66.8 [ON] [OFF] [ON] [ON] [OFF] 136 34.0 68.0 [OFF] [OFF] [ON] [ON] [OFF] 138 34.5 69.0 [ON] [ON] [OFF] [ON] [OFF] 140 35.0 70.0 [OFF] [ON] [OFF] [ON] [OFF] 142 35.5 71.0 [ON] [OFF] [OFF] [ON] [OFF] 144 36.0 72.0 [OFF] [OFF] [OFF] [ON] [OFF] 145 36.3 72.5 [ON] [ON] [ON] [OFF] [OFF] 148 37.0 74.0 [OFF] [ON] [ON] [OFF] [OFF] 150 37.5 75.0 [ON] [OFF] [ON] [OFF] [OFF] 152 38.0 76.0 [OFF] [OFF] [ON] [OFF] [OFF] 154 38.5 77.0 [ON] [ON] [OFF] [OFF] [OFF] 156 39.0 78.0 [OFF] [ON] [OFF] [OFF] [OFF] 133 26.5 53.2 [ON] [OFF] [OFF] [OFF] [OFF] 150 30.0 60.0 [OFF] [OFF] [OFF] [OFF] [OFF]

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For updated processor settings, visit ASUS’s web site (see ASUS CONTACT INFORMATION)

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3) CPU Core: Bus Frequency Multiple (SW1 Switches 1-4)

This option sets the frequency multiple between the Internal frequency of the CPU and the CPU’s External frequency. These switches must be set in conjunction with the CPU Bus Frequency.

SW1

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P4T CPU External Clock (BUS) Frequency Selection

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8.0x

13.0x

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14.0x

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15.0x

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16.0x

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Multi. 1 2 3 4 _____________________________________

8 [OFF] [OFF] [OFF] [OFF] 9 [ON] [OFF] [OFF] [OFF] 10 [OFF] [ON] [OFF] [OFF] 11 [ON] [ON] [OFF] [OFF] 12 [OFF] [OFF] [ON] [OFF]

13 [ON] [OFF] [ON] [OFF] 14 [OFF] [ON] [ON] [OFF] 15 [ON] [ON] [ON] [OFF] 16 [OFF] [OFF] [OFF] [ON] 17 [ON] [OFF] [OFF] [ON] 18 [OFF] [ON] [OFF] [ON] 19 [ON] [ON] [OFF] [ON] 20 [OFF] [OFF] [ON] [ON] 21 [ON] [OFF] [ON] [ON] 22 [OFF] [ON] [ON] [ON] 23 [ON] [OFF] [OFF] [OFF] 24 [ON] [ON] [ON] [ON]

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4) USB Device Wake-up (USBPWR)

Set these jumpers to disable or enable the USB device wake-up function. Set this jumper to Enable to use the USB devices to wake up the PC. This feature requires an ATX 12V power supply that supplies at least 2A on the +5VSB lead. The default setting is Disable because not all computers have the appropriate ATX power supply. The computer will not power ON if the jumper is set to Enable without the correct power source.

NOTES:

1. This jumper must be set in conjunction with W ake On USB Device in BIOS,

4.5.1 Power Up Control.

2. T o support wake up from USB devices, this jumper must be set to Enable.

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

Setting USBPWR

Disable [2-3] (default) Enable [1-2]

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P4T USB Device Wake Up

USBPWR

Enable

Disable

(Default)

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3.5 System Memory

This motherboard has two 184-pin Rambus Inline Memory Modules (RIMM) sockets. These sockets support 64Mbit, 128Mbit, and 256Mbit Direct RDRAM technologies.

NOTE: No hardware or BIOS setup is required after adding or removing memory.

Location Memory Module Subtotal

RIMMA1 (Rows 0&1)

RIMMA2 (Rows 2&3)

RIMMB1 RDRAM x 1 (Rows 4&5)

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RIMMB2 (Rows 6&7)

IMPORTANT

1. The memory configuration of channel A (RIMMA1 and RIMMA2) and channel B (RIMMB1 and RIMMB2) must be identical, (see bellow).

2. C-RIMMS (Continuity RIMM) must be used to complete the sockets that are not populated by RDRAMs. A C-RIMM is necessary to avoid breaking the signal lines, which make serial connection in a Rambus interface, such as used in this motherboard. This assures that the electrical integrity of a Rambus interface.

3. When C-RIMMs are required, it is recommended that they be inserted into RIMMA2 and RIMMB2.

RDRAM x 1 C-RIMM (Use when socket will not be populated)

RDRAM x1 C-RIMM (Use when socket will not be populated)

RDRAM (Use when socket will not be populated) RDRAM x1

RDRAM (Use when socket will not be populated)

Total System Memory

(2GB Max)

C-RIMM

128MB RDRAM

C-RIMM

128MB RDRAM

C-RIMM

128MB RDRAM

C-RIMM

128MB RDRAM 128MB RDRAM

RIMMB2 RIMMB1

RIMMA2 RIMMA1

RIMMB2 RIMMB1

RIMMA2 RIMMA1

RIMMB2 RIMMB1

RIMMA2 RIMMA1

NOTE: When using only two memory modules, it is recommended that you use configuration a.

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3.5.1 Installing Memory

The memory module (RIMM / C-RIMM) will fit in only one orientation.

IMPORTANT: Do not touch the memory module’s connectors. Handle the

module only by the edges.

Channel B

Channel A

RIMM Sockets

RIMM with Heat Spreader

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P4T 184-Pin RIMM Sockets

RIMMB2 RIMMB1

RIMMA2 RIMMA1

C-RIMM

1. Make sure that the notch keys in the module are aligned with the small ribs inside the RIMM sockets.

RDRAM (with heat spreader)MOUNTING NOTCH

NOTCH KEYS

CONNECTORS

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EJECTOR

RIBS (inside socket)

(TOP VIEW)

2. With the ejectors in the open position (as shown), push down gently but firmly on the memory module until it snaps into place. The guides on the socket’s ejectors should go through the two mounting notches on the module and the ejectors should close. If necessary , push the ejectors inward to secure the module

in place.

Removing Memory

T o release a memory module, push both ejectors outward and pull the module straight up and out of the RIMM sockets.

WARNING! RIMM modules become extremely hot during operation. To reduce

the risk of personal injury from hot surfaces, allow the modules to cool off before removing them.

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3.6 Central Processing Unit (CPU)

The motherboard provides a ZIF Socket for the P4 Socket 423 CPU. The CPU that came with the motherboard should have a fan attached to it to prevent overheating.

If not, then purchase a fan before turning on the system.

Socket 423 Pentium 4

Gold Arrow

P4T

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CPU

P4T Socket 423

Gold Arrow

3.6.1 CPU Installation

1. Locate the P4 Socket 423 and open it by pulling the lever gently sideways away from the socket. Then lift the lever upwards. The socket lever must be fully opened (90 to 100 degrees).

2. Insert the CPU with the correct orientation. The gold arrow of the CPU must be oriented toward the outer corner of the socket base nearest to the tip of the lever handle.

3. Once completely inserted, press the CPU firmly and close the socket lever until it snaps into its locked position.

CAUTION! The CPU fits in one orientation and should drop easily into

place. Do not force the CPU into the socket to avoid bending the pins. If the CPU does not fit, check its alignment and look for bent pins.

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3.6.2 CPU Heatsink Retention Module Installation

Parts Inventory:

1. Two black plastic heatsink support braces have built-in retaining clips.

2. Four black plastic collars and four white plastic plugs.

Step 1: Mount the Heatsink Support Braces:

1. Mount the heatsink support braces:

insert the four black plastic collars from the top through to the bottom of the motherboard. Insert the white plastic plugs into the middle of the black plastic collars and pop them firmly out the bottom of the motherboard.

Heatsink

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Step 2: Mount the Heatsink:

1. Open the retaining clips. Place the heatsink on the CPU. The heatsink should entirely cover the CPU. The plastic heatsink support braces have built-in retaining clips, right. Close and snap the clips into the locked position. With the added weight of the CPU fan and heatsink locking brace, no extra force is required to keep the CPU in place.

2. Connect the CPU fan cable to the fan connector. (See 3.1 Motherboard

Layout / 3.8 Connectors).

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Heatsink

CAUTION! Take care not to scrape the motherboard surface when

mounting a clamp-style processor fan, or else damage may occur . When mounting a heatsink onto your CPU, make sure that exposed CPU capacitors do not touch the heatsink, or else damage may occur! Refer to heatsink/CPU documentation.

WARNING! Be sure that there is sufficient air circulation across the

processor’s heatsink by regularly checking that your CPU fan is working. Without suf ficient circulation, the processor could overheat and damage both the processor and the motherboard. You may install an auxiliary fan, if necessary.

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3.7 Expansion Cards

In the future, you may need to install expansion cards. The motherboard has five PCI expansion slots to support these cards. Follow the steps in the next section when installing expansion cards.

WARNING! Unplug the system power cord when adding or removing expan-

sion cards or other system components. Failure to do so may cause severe damage to both the motherboard and expansion cards.

3.7.1 Installing an Expansion Card

1. Read the documentation that comes with the expansion card and make any necessary hardware settings for the card before installing it.

2. Remove the system unit cover and the bracket plate on the slot you intend to use. Keep the screw for later use.

3. Align the card connectors with the slot and press firmly until the card fits in place.

4. Secure the card to the slot with the screw you removed earlier.

5. Replace the system cover.

6. Change the necessary BIOS settings, if any. (see section 4.4.3 PCI Configuration to change the settings.)

7. Install the necessary software drivers for the expansion card.

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3.7.2 Assigning IRQs for Expansion Cards

Some expansion cards need an IRQ to operate. Generally, an IRQ must be exclusively assigned to one use. In a standard design, there are 16 IRQs available but most of them are already in use, leaving 6 IRQs free for expansion cards. If your motherboard has PCI audio onboard, an additional IRQ will be used. If your moth-

erboard also has MIDI enabled, another IRQ will be used, leaving 4 IRQs free.

Standard Interrupt Assignments

IRQ Priority Standard Function

0 1 System Timer 1 2 Keyboard Controller 2 N/A Programmable Interrupt 3* 11 Communications Port (COM2) 4* 12 Communications Port (COM1) 5* 13 Sound Card (sometimes LPT2)

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6 14 Floppy Disk Controller 7* 15 Printer Port (LPT1) 8 3 System CMOS/Real Time Clock 9* 4 ACPI Mode when enabled 10* 5 IRQ Holder for PCI Steering 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.

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Interrupt Request Table for this Motherboard

INT-A INT-B INT-C INT-D

PCI slot 1 ——shared — PCI slot 2 shared ——— PCI slot 3 — shared —— PCI slot 4 ——shared — PCI slot 5 ———shared AGP slot shared ——— Onboard USB controller ———shared SMBus — shared ——

IMPORTANT: If using PCI cards on shared slots, make sure that the drivers

support “Share IRQ” or that the cards do not need IRQ assignments. Conflicts will arise between the two PCI groups that will make the system unstable or cards

inoperable.

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3.7.4 Accelerated Graphics Port (AGP) Pro Slot

This motherboard provides an accelerated graphics port (AGP) pro slot to support a new generation of AGP graphics cards with ultra-high memory bandwidth.

AGP Card without Retention Notch

TOP VIEW

20-pin bay

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P4T Accelerated Graphics Port (AGP PRO)

Rib (inside slot) Rib

28-pin bay

CAUTION! The AGP Pro slot is shipped with a warning label over the 20-pin bay .

DO NOT remove this label and the safety tab underneath it if you will be using an AGP card without a retention notch. Removing may cause the card to shift and may cause damage to your card, slot, and motherboard. Remove ONLY when you will be using an AGP Pro card. Use a rigid tip, such as a pen tip, to dislodge and remove the tab from the bay.

Removing the

tab

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3.8 External Connectors

WARNING! Some pins are used for connectors or power sources. These are

clearly distinguished from jumpers in the Motherboard Layout. Placing jumper caps over these connector pins will cause damage to your motherboard.

IMPORTANT: Ribbon cables should always be connected with the red stripe to

Pin 1 on the connectors. Pin 1 is usually on the side closest to the power connector on hard drives and CD-ROM drives, but may be on the opposite side on floppy disk drives. Check the connectors before installation because there may be exceptions. IDE ribbon cables must be less than 46 cm (18 in.), with the second drive connector no more than 15 cm (6 in.) from the first connector.

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1) PS/2 Mouse Connector (Green 6-pin PS2KBMS)

The system will direct IRQ12 to the PS/2 mouse if one is detected. If one is not detected, expansion cards can use IRQ12. See PS/2 Mouse Function Control in 4.4 Advanced Menu.

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PS/2 Mouse (6-pin Female)

2) PS/2 Keyboard Connector (Purple 6-pin PS2KBMS) This connection is for a standard keyboard using an PS/2 plug (mini DIN). This connector will not allow standard AT size (large DIN) keyboard plugs. You may use a DIN to mini DIN adapter on standard AT keyboards.

PS/2 Keyboard (6-pin Female)

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