Foxconn 6497MB User Manual

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6497MB motherboard (x1)
Foxconn Utility CD (x1)
6497MB User Manual (x1)
RAID User Manual (x1) (optional)
ICH6R RAID Floppy (x1) (optional)
IDE Ribbon Cable (x1)
FDD Ribbon Cable (x1)
I/O Shield (x1)
S-ATA Signal Cable (x1)
S-ATA Power Cable (x1)

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Declaration of conformity

HON HAI PRECISION INDUSTRY COMPANY LTD

66 , CHUNG SHAN RD., TU-CHENG INDUSTRIAL DISTRICT,

TAIPEI HSIEN, TAIWAN, R.O.C.

declares that the product

Motherboard

6497MB

is in conformity with

(reference to the specification under which conformity is declared in

accordance with 89/336 EEC-EMC Directive)

 EN 55022/A1: 2000 Limits and methods of measurements of radio disturbance

characteristics of information technology equipment

 EN 61000-3-2/A14:2000 Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC)

Part 3: Limits
Section 2: Limits for harmonic current emissions
(equipment input current <= 16A per phase)

 EN 61000-3-3/A1:2001 Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC)

Part 3: Limits
Section 2: Limits of voltage fluctuations and flicker in low-voltage
supply systems for equipment with rated current <= 16A

 EN 55024/A1:2001 Information technology equipment-Immunity characteristics limits

and methods of measurement

Signature : Place / Date : TAIPEI/2004

Printed Name : James Liang Position/ Title : Assistant President

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Declaration of conformity

Trade Name: Foxconn

Model Name:

Responsible Party: PCE Industry Inc.

Address: 458 E. Lambert Rd.

Telephone: [phone]

Facsimile: 714-738-8838

Equipment Classification: FCC Class B Subassembly

Type of Product: Motherboard

Manufacturer: HON HAI PRECISION INDUSTRY

Address: 66 , CHUNG SHAN RD., TU-CHENG

6497MB

Fullerton, CA 92835

COMPANY LTD

INDUSTRIAL DISTRICT, TAIPEI HSIEN,
TAIWAN, R.O.C.

Supplementary Information:

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the follow­ing two conditions : (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this
device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause
undesired operation.
Tested to comply with FCC standards.

Signature : Date : 2004

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Table of Contents

Chapter

Chapter

Supply .............................................................................................

Chapter

Standard CMOS Features .......................................................................... 25

BIOS Features ...........................................................................................

Advanced BIOS Features ..........................................................................

Advanced Chipset Features ......................................................................

Integrated Peripherals ................................................................................

Power Management Setup .........................................................................

PnP/PCI Configurations ...............................................................................

PC Health Status ........................................................................................

Frequency/Voltage Control.........................................................................

Load Fail-Safe Defaults .............................................................................

Load Optimized Defaults ............................................................................

Set Supervisor/User Password ................................................................. 44

Save & Exit Setup ......................................................................................

Exit Without Saving ....................................................................................

Product Introduction

Installation Instructions

BIOS Description

Chapter

Utility CD content ........................................................................................ 47

Start to Install Drivers ................................................................................. 48

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Driver CD Introduction

Warning:

1. Attach the CPU and heatsink using silica gel to ensure full contact.

2. It is suggested to select high-quality, certified fans in order to avoid
damage to the motherboard and CPU due high temperatures.

3. Never turn on the machine if the CPU fan is not properly installed.

4. Ensure that the DC power supply is turned off before inserting or
removing expansion cards or other peripherals, especially when
you insert or remove a memory module. Failure to switch off the DC
power supply may result in serious damage to your system or

memory module.

Warning:

We cannot guarantee that your system will operate normally while
over-clocked. Normal operation depends on the over-clock capacity
of your device.

Attention:

Since BIOS programs are upgraded from time to time, the BIOS
description in this manual is just for reference. We do not guarantee
that the content of this manual will remain consistent with the actual
BIOS version at any given time in the future.

Attention:

The pictures of objects used in this manual are just for your reference.
Please refer to the physical motherboard.

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This manual is suitable for 6497MB motherboard. Each
motherboard is carefully designed for the PC user who
wants diverse features.

-L with onboard 100M LAN

-K with onbaord 1G LAN

-6 with 6 channel audio

-8 with 8 channel audio

-E with 1394 function

-S with SATA function

-R with RAID function

You can find PPID label on the motherboard. It indicates the
functions that the motherboard has.

For example:

On the blue mark of the PPID label, it means the
motherboard supports 6-channel audio(-6), 1394 port(-E),
onboard 100M LAN (-L), SATA function(-S).

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Chapter

Thank you for buying Foxconn’s 6497MB series motherboard.
This series of motherboard is one of our new products, and
offers superior performance, reliability and quality, at a reason­able price. This motherboard adopts the advanced SiS649 +
SiS964/SiS964L chipset, providing users a computer platform
with a high integration-compatibility-performance price ratio.

This chapter includes the following information:

1

1

 Main Features
 Motherboard Layout

Chapter 1 Product Introduction

Main Features

Size

mATX form factor of 9.6 inch x 8.5 inch

Microprocessor

Supports Intel® Prescott-T processor in an LGA775 package
Supports FSB at 533/800 MHz
Supports Hyper-Threading technology

Chipset

SiS649(North Bridge) + SiS964/SiS964L (South Bridge)

System Memory

Two 184-pin DIMM slots
Supports up to 2 GB DDR memory
Supports Single-Channel DDR 400/333/266
Registered memory not supported
Supports 128 Mb, 256 Mb, 512 Mb technologies

USB 2.0 Ports

Supports hot plug
Eight USB 2.0 ports (four rear panel ports, two onboard USB headers

providing four extra ports)
Supports wake-up from S1 and S3 mode
Supports USB 2.0 Protocol up to 480 Mbps transmission rate

Onboard Serial ATA (optional)

150 MBps transfer rate
Supports two S-ATA devices
Supports RAID 0, RAID 1, JBOD

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Onboard 1394 (-E ) (optional)

Support hot plug
With rate of transmission at 400 Mbps
Self-configured addressing
Can connect with 2 independent 1394 units synchronously at most

Onboard LAN (-L/-K) (optional)

Supports 10/100/1000 (-K optional) Mbit/sec Ethernet

LAN interface built-in on board

Onboard Audio (-6)(optional)

AC’97 2.3 Specification Compliant
Supports SPDIF output
Onboard Line-in jack, Microphone-in jack, Line-out jack
Supports 6-channel audio (setting via software)

Onboard Audio (-8)(optional)

Supports 8-channel audio
Supports SPDIF output
Supports high quality differential CD input

PCI Express x16 Support

Supports 4 GB/sec (8 GB/sec concurrent) bandwidth
Low power consumption and power management features

Green Function

Supports ACPI (Advanced Configuration and Power Interface)
Supports S0 (normal), S1 (power on suspend), S3 (suspend to RAM), S4
(Suspend to disk - depends on OS), and S5 (soft - off).

Expansion Slots

Three PCI slots
One PCI Express x16 Graphics slot

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Chapter 1 Product Introduction

Advanced Features

PCI 2.3 specification compliant
Supports Windows 2000/XP soft-off
Supports PC Health function (capable of monitoring system voltage, CPU
temperature, system temperature, and fan speed)

4

Layout

Chapter 1 Product Introduction

26

25

24

23

22

21

20

19

18

17

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

8

9

10

16

15 14

1.AUX_IN Connector (optional)

2.CD_IN Connector

3.4-pin ATX_12V Power Connector

4.CPU Fan Connector

5.LGA775 CPU Socket

6.North Bridge: SiS649/SiS662 Chipset

7.South Bridge: SiS964 Chipset

8.184-pin DIMM Slots

9.24-pin ATX Power Connector

10.IrDA Connector

11.Chassis Intruder Connector

12.BIOS Protection Jumper

13.FDD Connector

Note: This layout is provided for reference, please refer to the physical motherboard.

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14.ATA 133 /100/66 IDE Connectors

15.Serial ATA Connectors (optional)

16.Clear CMOS Jumper

17.System Fan Connector

18.Front Panel Connector

19.Speaker Connector

20.COM2 Connector

21.USB Connectors

22.PCI Express x16 Slot

23.PCI Expansion Slots

24.SPDIF Out Connector (optional)

25.1394 Connector (optional)

26.Front Audio Connector

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5

Chapter 1 Product Introduction

Chapter

This chapter introduces the hardware installation process, in­cluding the installation of the CPU, memory, power supply,
slots, rear panel and pin headers, and the mounting of
jumpers. Caution should be exercised during the installation of
these modules. Please refer to the motherboard layout prior

to any installation and read the contents in this chapter carefully.

This chapter includes the following information:

2

2

 CPU
 Memory
 Power supply
 Rear Panel Connectors
 Other Connectors
 Expansion Slots
 Jumpers

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Chapter 2 Installation Instructions

CPU

This motherboard supports single Pentium® 4 Processor including Prescott
desktop CPUs in an LGA775 package. It also supports Hyper-Threading
Technology and FSB Dynamic Bus Inversion (DBI).

Installation of CPU

Load lever

Load plate

Load cap

Lifted tab

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Chapter 2 Installation Instructions

Correct Wrong

Lift up the lever. Use thumb to open the load plate. Be careful not to touch the

contacts.

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Note :

Excessive temperatures will severely damage the CPU and
system. Therefore, you should install CPU cooling fan and make
sure that the cooling fan works normally at all times in order to
prevent overheating and damaging to the CPU. Please refer to your
CPU fan user guide to install it properly.

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Memory

This motherboard includes two 184-pin slots with 2.5 V for DDR. These slots
support 256 Mb, 512 Mb and 1 Gb DDR technologies for x8 and x16 devices. You
must install at least one memory bank to ensure normal operation.

Installation of DDR Memory

1. There is only one gap near the center of the DIMM slot, and the memory
module can be fixed in one direction only. Unlock a DIMM slot by pressing the
module clips outward.

2. Align the memory module to the DIMM slot, and insert the module vertically
into the DIMM slot.

104 Pins 80 Pins

3. The plastic clips at both sides of the DIMM slot will lock automatically.

Warning :

Be sure to unplug the AC power supply before adding or removing
expansion cards or other system peripherals, especially the
memory devices, otherwise your motherboard or the system
memory might be seriously damaged.

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Power Supply

This motherboard uses an ATX power supply. In order to avoid damaging any
devices, make sure that they have been installed properly prior to connecting
the power supply.

4-pin ATX_12 V Power Connector: PWR2

The ATX power supply connects to PWR2 and
provides power to the CPU.

24-pin ATX power connector: PWR1

PWR1 is the ATX power supply connector. Make
sure that the power supply cable and pins are
properly aligned with the connector on the
motherboard. Firmly plug the power supply cable
into the connector and make sure it is secure.

4-pin ATX_12 V power connector

24

12

3

12V

12V

4

24-pin ATX power connector

RSVD

+5V

+5V

+5V

GND

+3.3V

+12V

+12V

PWROK

+5V_AUX

GND

GND

GND

1

2

PS-ON

GND

GND

+5V

GND

GND

GND

+5V

-12V

+3.3V

GND

+3.3V

13

1

+3.3V

Note: We strongly recommend that you use 24­pin power supply. If you want to use 20-pin power
supply, you need to align the ATX power connec­tor according to the right picture.

align the connector

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Rear Panel Connectors

This motherboard provides the ports as below:

For 6-channel

1394 Port

6

Parallel Port

4

(Printer Port)

(optional)

8

LAN Port

PS/2 Mouse

1

Connector

PS/2 Keyboard

2

Connector

For 8-channel

1

PS/2 Mouse Connector

Serial Port

3

3

(COM1)

5

S/PDIF Coaxial

Out Port

USB 2.0 Ports

7

Line-In

Line-Out

Microphone

Rear

Line In/
Side

Line Out

Microphone

LFE/CEN

9

10

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

2

PS/2 Keyboard Connector

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

3

Serial Port (COM1)

This 9-pin COM1 port is for pointing devices or other serial devices.

4

Parallel Port (Printer Port)

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

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5

S/PDIF Coaxial Out Port

This port connects to external audio output devices with coaxial cable connectors.

6

1394 Port (optional)
This digital interface supports electronic devices such as digital cameras,
scanners, and printers.

7

USB 2.0 Ports
These four Universal Serial Bus (USB) ports are available for connecting USB

2.0/1.1 devices.

8

LAN Port (-L/-K) (optional)
This port allows connection to a Local Area Network (LAN) through a network hub.

9

Line in, Line out, Microphone Jacks (for 6-channel)
When using a 2-channel sound source, the Line-Out jack is used to connect to
speaker or headphone; the Line-In jack connects to an external CD player, tape
player or other audio device. The Microphone jack is used to connect to the
microphone.
When using a 6-channel sound source, connect the front speaker to the green
audio output; connect the surround sound speaker to the blue audio output;
connect the center speaker/subwoofer to the red Microphone output.

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Line in, Line out, Microphone, Rear, LEF/CEN, Side Jacks (for 8-channel)

When using an 8-channel sound source, connect the front speaker to the green
audio output; connect the rear sound speaker to the black audio output; con­nect the center speaker/subwoofer to the yellow audio output; connect the side
sound speaker to the blue audio output.

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Other Connectors

This motherboard includes connectors for floppy, IDE devices, Serial ATA
devices, USB devices, IR module, and others.

FDD connector: FLOPPY

This motherboard includes a standard FDD connector, supporting 360 K, 720 K,

1.2 M, 1.44 M, and 2.88 M FDDs.

HDD Connectors: PIDE & SIDE

These connectors support the provided Ultra DMA 133/100/66 IDE hard disk
ribbon cable. Connect the cable’s blue connector to the primary (recommended)
or secondary IDE connector, then connect the gray connector to the Ultra DMA
133/100/66 slave device (hard disk drive) and the black connector to the Ultra
DMA 133/100/66 master device. If you install two hard disks, you must configure
the second drive as a slave device by setting its jumper accordingly. Refer to
the hard disk documentation for the jumper settings.

Attention:

Ribbon cables are directional, therefore, make sure to always con­nect with the cable on the same side as pin 1 of the PIDE/SIDE or
FDD connector on the motherboard.

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Front Panel Connector: FP1

This motherboard includes one connector for connect-

1

ing the front panel switch and LED indicators.

IDE_LED

RESET

NC

+

-

FP1

+

PLED

-

PWRBTN#

Empty

IDE LED Connector (IDE_LED)
The connector connects to the case’s IDE indicator LED indicating the activity
status of hard disks.

Reset Switch (RESET)
Attach the connector to the Reset switch on the front panel of the case; the
system will restart when the switch is pressed.

Power LED Connector (PLED)
Attach the connector to the power LED on the front panel of the case. The Power
LED indicates the system’s status. When the system is in S0 status, the LED is
on. When the system is in S1 status, the LED is blink; When the system is in S3,
S4, S5 status, the LED is off.

Power Switch Connector (PWRBTN#)
Attach the connector to the power button of the case. Pushing this switch allows
the system to be turned on and off rather than using the power supply button.

Fan Connectors: CPU_FAN, FAN1

The fan speed of CPU_FAN and FAN1 can be detected and viewed in “PC
Health Status” section of the CMOS Setup. These fans will be automatically
turned off after the system enters S3, S4 and S5 mode. Plug the CPU cooling
fan cable into the 3-pin CPU FAN power supply on the motherboard. Connect
the case cooling fan connector to FAN1.

1

GND

+12V
SENSE

FAN1

1

GND

POWER
SENSE

CONTROL

CPU_FAN

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Audio Connectors: CD_IN, AUX_IN (optional)

CD_IN, AUX_IN is Sony standard CD audio connectors, it can be connected to a
CD-ROM drive through a CD audio cable.

CD_R

GND

CD_L

CD_IN

AUX_R

GND

AUX_L

AUX_IN

Speaker Connector: SPEAKER

The speaker connector is used to connect speaker of
the chassis.

S

The S/PDIF out connector is capable of providing digi­tal audio to external speakers or compressed AC3
data to an external Dolby digital decoder.

Note:The empty pin of SPDIF cable should be aligned
to empty pin of SPDIF out connector.

1

SPK

Empty

NC

SPKJ

SPEAKER

5V
Empty
SPDIF_OUT
GND

SPDIF_OUT

S-ATA Connectors: SATA_1, SATA_2 (optional)

The S-ATA headers are used to connect the S-ATA devices to the motherboard.
These connectors support the thin Serial ATA cables for primary internal storage
devices. The current Serial ATA interface allows up to 150MB/s data transfer rate.

SATA _1

GND

GND

GND

TX+

RX+

TX-

RX-

RX-

TX-

RX+

TX+

GND

GND

GND

SATA _2

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Front Audio Connector: F_AUDIO

Chapter 2 Installation Instructions

The audio interface provides two kinds of audio
output choices: the Front Audio, the Rear Audio.
Their priority is sequenced from high to low
(Front Audio to Rear Audio). If headphones are
plugged into the front panel of the chassis
(using the Front Audio), then the Line-out (Rear

AUD_RET-L

Empty

AUD_RET-R

+5VA

MIC_GND

F_AUDIO

AUD_OUT-L

NA

AUD_OUT-R

MIC_PWR

MIC_IN

1

Audio) on the rear panel will not work. If you do
not want to use the Front Audio, pin 5 and 6,
pin9 and 10 must be SHORT, and then the sig­nal will be sent to the rear audio port.

USB Connectors: F_USB1, F_USB2

Besides four USB ports on the rear panel, the series of motherboards also
have two 10-pin connectors on board which may connect to front panel USB
cable(optional) to provide additional four USB ports.

VCC

D5-

D5+

GND

Empty

VCC

D4-

D4+

GND

NC

F_USB 1

Additional COM Connector: COM2

This motherboard provides an additional serial
COM connector for your machine.
Connect one side of a switching cable to the
connector, then attach the serial COM device to
the other side of the cable.

VCC

D7-

D7+

GND

Empty

SOUT

GND

RTS

F_USB 2

12

RI

9

COM2

VCC

D6-

D6+

GND

NC

SIN
DTR

DSR

CTS

Empty

10

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1394 Connector: F_1394 (optional)

Chapter 2 Installation Instructions

The 1394 expansion cable can be connected to either
the front (provided that the front panel of your chassis
is equipped with the appropriate interface) or rear
panel of the chassis.

TPA +

GND

TPB +

+12V

Empty

1

2

9

10

F_1394

TPA -

GND
TPB -

+12V

IrDA Connector: IR

This connector supports wireless transmitting and re­ceiving device. Before using this function, configure the

Empty

GND

1

settings of IR Mode from the “Integrated Peripherals”

IRRX

section of the CMOS Setup.

+5V

IRTX

IR

Chassis Intruder Connector: INTRUDER

The connector connects to the chassis security switch on the case. The system
can detect the chassis intrusion through the status of this connector. To utilize
this function, set “Case Open Warning” to “Enabled” in the “PC Health Status”
section of the CMOS Setup. Save and exit to make sure this function takes effect.

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1 INTRUDERJ 2 GND

INTR

Chapter 2 Installation Instructions

Expansion Slots

This motherboard includes three 32-bit Master PCI bus slots and one PCI Ex­press x 16 slot.

PCI Slots

The expansion cards can be installed in the three PCI slots. When you install or
take out such cards, you must make sure that the power plug has been
pulled out. Please read carefully the instructions provided for such cards, and
install and set the necessary hardware and software for such cards, such as
the jumper or BIOS setup.

PCI Express Slot

PCI Express will offer the following design advantages over the PCI and AGP
interface:

-Compatible with existing PCI drivers and software and Operating Systems.

-High Bandwidth per Pin. Low overhead. Low latency.

-PCI Express supports a raw bit-rate of 2.5 Gb/s on the data pins. This
results in a real bandwidth per pair of 250 MB/s.

-A point to point connection, allows each device to have a dedicated connec­tion without sharing bandwidth.

-Ability to comprehend different data structure.

-Low power consumption and power management features

PCI Express will take two forms, x16 and x1 PCI Express slots. Whereas the x16
slot is reserved for graphic/video cards, the x1 slot is designed to accommo­date less bandwidth-intensive cards, such as a modem or LAN card.

The difference in bandwidth between the x16 and x1 slots is notable to be sure,
with the x16 slot pushing 4GB/sec (8GB/sec concurrent) of bandwidth, and the
x1 PCI Express slot offering 250MB/sec.

Warning:

If a performance graphics card was installed into 16x PCI Express slot,
2 x 12 pin power supply was strongly recommended since that card
maybe draws 75W power.

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Jumpers

The users can change the jumper settings on this motherboard if needed. This
section explains how to use the various functions of this motherboard by chang­ing the jumper settings. Users should read the following content carefully prior to
modifying any jumper settings.

Description of Jumpers

1. For the jumpers on this motherboard, pin 1 can be identified by the silk­screen printed “

” next to it. However, in this manual, pin 1 is simply

labeled as “1”.

2. The following table provides some explanation of the jumper pin settings.
User should refer to this when adjusting jumper settings.

Jumper Diagram Definition Description

1

1

1

1

1

1-2 Set pin1 and pin2 closed
2-3 Set pin2 and pin3 closed
Closed Set the pin closed
Open Set the pin opened

Clear CMOS Jumper: CLR_CMOS

The motherboard uses the CMOS RAM to store all
the set parameters. The CMOS can be cleared by

NORMAL

(Default)

1 3 2

removing the CMOS jumper.
How to clear CMOS?

1. Turn off the AC power supply and connect pins 1

CLEAR

1 3 2

and 2 together using the jumper cap.

2. Return the jumper setting to normal (pins 2 and
3 together with the jumper cap).

3. Turn the AC power supply back on.

Warning:

1. Disconnect the power cable before adjusting the jumper settings.

2. Do not clear the CMOS while the system is turned on.

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CLR_CMOS

BIOS Protection Jumper: FWH_EN1

Chapter 2 Installation Instructions

The motherboard BIOS is inside the FWH. If the jumper
FWH_EN1 is set as CLOSED, the system BIOS is pro­tected from being attacked by a serious virus, such as
the CIH virus. You will be unable to flash the BIOS
to the motherboard when the system BIOS is protected.

CLOSED
DISABLE

OPEN

ENABLE

FWH_EN1

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Chapter

This chapter tells how to change system settings through
the BIOS Setup menus. Detailed descriptions of the BIOS pa­rameters are also provided.
You have to run the Setup Program when the following cases
occur:

1. An error message appears on the screen during the system

2. You want to change the default CMOS settings.

This chapter includes the following information:

3

3

T-- This page is intentionally left blank --his

POST process.

 Enter BIOS Setup
 Main Menu
 Standard CMOS Features
 BIOS Features
 Advanced BIOS Features
 Advanced Chipset Features
 Integrated Peripherals
 Power Management Setup
 PnP/PCI Configurations
 PC Health Status
 Frequency/Voltage Control
 Load Fail-Safe Defaults
 Load Optimized Defaults
 Set Supervisor/User Password
 Save & Exit Setup
 Exit Without Saving

Chapter 3 BIOS Description

Enter BIOS Setup

The BIOS is the communication bridge between hardware and software,
correctly setting up the BIOS parameters is critical to maintain optimal system
performance. Power on the computer, when the following message briefly
appears at the bottom of the screen during the POST (Power On Self Test),

press <Del> key to enter the AWARDBIOS CMOS Setup Utility.

Press TAB to show POST screen, DEL to enter SETUP.

Note:

We do not suggest that you change the default parameters in the
BIOS Setup, and we shall not be responsible for any damage that
result from any changes that you make.

Main Menu

The main menu allows you to select from the list of setup functions and two exit
choices. Use the arrow keys to select among the items and press <Enter> to
accept or go to the sub-menu.

Main Menu

The items in the main menu are explained below:

Standard CMOS Features

The basic system configuration can be set up through this menu.

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BIOS Features

The special features can be set up through this menu.

Advanced BIOS Features

The advanced system features can be set up through this menu.

Advanced Chipset Features

The values for the chipset can be changed through this menu, and the sys­tem performance can be optimized.

Integrated Peripherals

Onboard peripherals can be set up through this menu.

Power Management Setup

All the items of Green function features can be set up through this menu.

PnP/PCI Configurations

The system’s PnP/PCI settings and parameters can be modified through
this menu.

PC Health Status

This will display the current status of your PC.

Frequency/Voltage Control

Frequency and voltage settings can be adjusted through this menu.

Load Fail-Safe Defaults

The default BIOS settings can be loaded through this menu.

Load Optimized Defaults

The optimal performance settings can be loaded through this menu,
however, the stable default values may be affected.

Set Supervisor/User Password

The supervisor/user password can be set up through this menu.

Save & Exit Setup

Save CMOS value settings to CMOS and exit setup.

Exit Without Saving

Abandon all CMOS value changes and exit setup.

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Standard CMOS Features

This sub-menu is used to set up the standard CMOS features, such as the date,
time, HDD model and so on. Use the arrow keys select the item to set up, and
then use the <PgUp> or <PgDn> keys to choose the setting values.

Standard CMOS Features Menu

Date

This option allows you to set the desired date (usually as the current date)
with the <day><month><date><year> format.

Day—weekday from Sun. to Sat., defined by BIOS (read-only).

Month—month from Jan. to Dec..
Date—date from 1

st

to 31st, can be changed using the keyboard.

Year—year, set up by users.

Time

This option allows you to set up the desired time (usually as the current time)
with <hour><minute><second> format.

IDE Channel 0/1 Master/Slave

These categories identify the HDD types of 1 IDE channel installed in the com­puter system. There are three choices provided for the Enhanced IDE BIOS:
None, Auto, and Manual. “None” means no HDD is installed or set; “Auto” means
the system can auto-detect the hard disk when booting up; by choosing “Manual”
and changing Access Mode to “CHS”, the related information should be entered
manually. Enter the information directly from the keyboard and press < Enter>:

Cylinder number of cylinders Head number of heads
Precomp write pre-compensation Landing Zone landing zone
Sector number of sectors

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Award (Phoenix) BIOS can support 3 HDD modes: CHS, LBA and Large or Auto mode.

CHS For HDD<528MB

LBA For HDD>528MB & supporting LBA (Logical Block Addressing)

Large For HDD>528MB but not supporting LBA

Auto Recommended mode

Drive A/B

This option allows you to select the kind of FDD to be installed, including [None],
[360K, 5.25 in], [1.2M, 5.25 in], [720K, 3.5 in], [1.44M, 3.5 in] and [2.88 M, 3.5 in].

Video

The following table is provided for your reference in setting the display mode for
your system.

EGA/VGA Enhanced Graphics Adapter / Video Graphic Array. For EGA,

VGA, SEGA, SVGA, or PGA monitor adapters.

CGA 40 Color Graphic Adapter, powering up in 40 column mode.

CGA 80 Color Graphic Adapter, powering up in 80 column mode.

MONO Monochrome adapter, including high resolution monochrome adapters.

Halt On

This category determines whether or not the computer will stop if an error is
detected during powering up.

All Errors Whenever the BIOS detects a nonfatal error, the system

will stop and you will be prompted.

No Errors The system boot will not stop for any error that may

be detected.

All, But Keyboard The system boot will not stop for a keyboard error; but

it will stop for all other errors.

All, But Diskette The system boot will not stop for a diskette error; but it will

stop for all other errors.

All, But Disk/Key The system boot will not stop for a keyboard or disk

error, but it will stop for all other errors.

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Memory

This is a Display-Only Category, determined by POST (Power On Self Test) of
the BIOS.

Base Memory The BIOS POST will determine the amount of base (or

conventional) memory installed in the system.

Extended Memory The BIOS determines how much extended memory is

present during the POST.

Total Memory Total memory of the system.

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BIOS Features

BIOS Features Menu

[SuperBoot] SuperBoot (Default: Disabled)

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SuperBoot allows system-relevant information to be stored in CMOS upon the
first normal startup of your PC, and the relevant parameters will be restored to
help the system start up more quickly on each subsequent startup. The avail­able setting values are: Disabled and Enabled.

[SuperBIOS-Protect] SuperBIOS-Protect (Default: Disabled)

SuperBIOS-Protect function protects your PC from viruses, e.g. CIH. The avail­able setting values are: Disabled and Enabled.

[SuperRecovery] SuperRecovery Hotkey (Default: LSHIFT+F1)

SuperRecovery provides the users with an excellent data protection and HDD
recovery function. There are 12 optional hotkeys and the default hotkey is
LSHIFT+F1.

[SuperSpeed] SuperSpeed

CPU Clock (Default: depend on CPU)

This option is used to set the CPU clock.

CPU:DRAM Frequency Ratio (Default: SPD)

This item is used to set the DRAM frequency ratio.

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Warning:

Be sure your selection is right. CPU overclock will be dangerous!
We will not be responsible for any damage caused.

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Advanced BIOS Features

Advanced BIOS Features Menu

CPU Feature

Press <Enter> to set the items of CPU feature. Please refer to page 30.

Hard Disk Boot Priority

This option is used to select the priority for HDD startup. After pressing <Enter>,
you can select the HDD using the <PageUp>/<PageDn> or Up/Down arrow
keys, and change the HDD priority using <+> or <->; you can exit this menu by
pressing <Esc>.

Virus Warning (Default: Disabled)

Allows you to choose the VIRUS warning feature for IDE hard disk boot sector
protection. If this function is enabled and someone attempt to write data into
this area, BIOS will show a warning message on screen and an alarm will
beep. The setting values are: Disabled and Enabled.

Note: Such function provides protection to the start-up sector only; it does
not protect the entire hard disk.

CPU L1 & L2 Cache (Default: Enabled)

This option is used to enable or disable the CPU L1&L2 cache. Leave it at
default unless the system runs abnormally when it is set as “Enabled”; Set­ting it as “Disabled” will adversely affect the system performance.

CPU L3 Cache (Default: Enabled)(optional)

This option is used to enable or disable CPU L3 cache. The available set­tings include Enabled and Disabled.

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Hyper-Threading Technology (Default: Enabled)

This option is used to turn on or off the Hyper-Threading function of the CPU.
The available setting values are: Disabled and Enabled.
Note: This function will not be displayed until a CPU that supports Hyper-

First/Second/Third Boot Device (Default: Floppy/Hard Disk/CDROM)

This option allows you to set the boot device sequence. The available setting
values are: Floppy, LS120, Hard Disk, CDROM, ZIP100, USB-FDD, USB-ZIP,

USB-CDROM, LAN and Disabled.

Boot Other Device (Default: Enabled)

With this function set to Enabled, the system will boot from some other
devices if the first/second/third boot devices failed. The available setting val­ues are: Disabled and Enabled.

Security Option (Default: Setup)

When it is set to “Setup”, a password is required to enter the CMOS Setup
screen; When it is set to “System”, a password is required not only to enter
CMOS Setup, but also to start up your PC.

Threading has been installed.

CPU Feature Menu

Thermal Management (Default: Thermal Monitor 1)

This option is used to manage CPU thermal.

Limit CPUID MaxVal (Default: Disabled)

The option is used to set limit CPUID MaxVal. The available setting values are:
Disabled and Enabled.

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Advanced Chipset Features Menu

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DRAM Clock/Timing Control

Press <Enter> to set the sub-items of the DRAM clock/ timing. For details,
please refer to page 32.

System BIOS Cacheable (Default: Enabled)

Select “Enabled” to allow caching of the system BIOS which may improve
performance. If any other program writes to this memory area, a system error
may result. The available setting values are: Enabled and Disabled.

Video RAM Cacheable (Default: Enabled)

It is recommended that users set this option as the value “Disabled” so as
to free the memory space and reduce the possibility of conflict occurrence.

Memory Hole At 15M-16M (Default: Disabled)

This option is used to determine whether the 15M-16M address field of memory
is reserved for the ISA expansion card. The available setting values are: En­abled and Disabled.

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DRAM Clock/Timing Control Menu

DDR CAS Latency (Default: SPD)

When synchronous DRAM is installed, the number of clock cycles of CAS
latency depends on the DRAM timing.

DRAM Timing Control (Default: Auto)

Selects whether DRAM timing is controlled by the SPD (Serial Presence Detect)
EEPROM on the DRAM module. Setting to “Auto” enables DRAM timings to be
determined by BIOS based on the configurations on the SPD. Selecting
“Manual” allows users to configure the DRAM timings manually. The setting
values are: Auto, Manual.

Note: The following options can be activated and configured only when this
option is set as “Manual”.

RAS to CAS Delay (tRCD) (Default: Depend on memory)

It is used to set the delay time between RAS (Row Address Strobe) and CAS
(Column Address Strobe) signals. The setting values are: 2T, 3T, 4T, 5T.

Precharge Time (tRP) (Default: Depend on memory)

It is used to set the precharge time of RAS. The setting values are: 2T, 3T, 4T,
5T.

RAS to Active Time (tRCD) (Default: Depend on memory)

It is used to set the RAS to active time. The setting values are: 4T-15T.

Write Recovery Time (tWR) (Default: Depend on memory)

It is used to set the write recovery time. The setting values are: 1T, 2T, 3T, 4T,
5T, 6T.

DDR 128-Bit Access (Default: Disabled)

It is used to set whether 128-bit access is allowed or not.

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Integrated Peripherals Menu

SIS OnChip IDE Device

Press the <Enter> key to enter the setup sub-menu. For details, please refer
to page 34.

SIS OnChip IDE Device

Press the <Enter> key to enter the setup sub-menu. For details, please refer
to page 35.

Onboard SuperIO Device

Press the <Enter> key to enter the setup sub-menu. For details, please refer
to page 36.

IDE HDD Block Mode (Default: Enabled)

This option is used to set whether IDE HDD block mode is allowed. Selecting
“Enabled” will set IDE HDD as block mode. When disabled, IDE HDD does
not support block mode.

MAC Access Interface (Default: EDB Bus) (optional)

This option is visible only when your motherboard features 10/100M LAN.

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SIS Onchip IDE Menu

Internal PCI/IDE (Default: Both)

This option is used to set the ports of onboard IDE. The available setting

values are: Disabled, Primary, Secondary and Both.

Primary/Secondary Master/Salve PIO (Default: Auto)

These four items let you assign which kind of PIO (Programmed Input/Output)
is used by IDE devices. Choose Auto to let the system auto detect which PIO
mode is best or select a PIO mode from 0-4.

Primary/Secondary Master/Salve UDMA (Default: Auto)

UltraDMA technology provides faster access to IDE devices. If you install a
device that supports UltraDMA, change the appropriate item on this list to
Auto. The available setting values are: Disabled and Auto.

IDE Burst Mode (Default: Enabled)

This option is used to set whether the IDE burst mode is allowed. The
available setting values are: Disabled and Enabled.

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SIS Onchip PCI Device Menu

SIS USB Controller (Default: Enabled)

This option is used to enable or disable SIS USB controller.

USB Keyboard/Mouse Support (Default: Enabled)

Select “Enabled” if you need to use a USB-interfaced keyboard or mouse in
the operating system. The setting options include Enabled and Disabled.

SIS AC97 AUDIO (Default: Enabled)

This option is used to set whether onboard AC97 Audio is enabled. The avail­able setting values are: Disabled and Auto.

SIS 10/100M ETHERNET (Default: Enabled) (optional)

This option is used to set whether 10/100M Ethernet LAN is enabled. The
available setting values are: Disabled and Auto.

SIS MAC Address Input (optional)

When Machine MAC Address is set as “Enabled”, you can select the option
and key in MAC address.

Onboard LAN Controller (Default: Enabled) (optional)

This option is used to set whether the onboard 1000M LAN controller is enabled.
The available setting values are: Disabled and Enabled.

Onboard LAN Boot ROM (Default: Disabled)

This option is used to decide whether to invoke the boot ROM of the onboard
LAN chip. The available setting values are: Disabled and Enabled.

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Onboard SuperIO Device Menu

Onboard Serial Port 1/2 (Default: 3F8/IRQ4 /2F8/IRQ3)

This option is used to assign the I/O address and interrupt request (IRQ) for
the onboard serial port 1/2.

Note: Do not try to set the same values for serial ports 1 and 2.

UART Mode Select (Default: Normal)

Use this option to select the UART mode. Setting values include Normal,
IrDA, ASKIR. The setting value is determined by the infrared module installed
on the board.

UR2 Duplex Mode (Default: Half)

This option is available when UART 2 mode is set to either ASKIR or IrDA. This
item enables you to determine the infrared function of the onboard infrared chip.

Onboard Parallel Port (Default: 378/IRQ7)

This item allows you to determine onboard parallel port controller I/O address
and interrupt request (IRQ). Setting values include Disabled, 378/IRQ7, 278/
IRQ5, and 3BC/IRQ7.

Parallel Port Mode (Default: SPP)

Select an address and corresponding interrupt for the onboard parallel port.
Setting values include SPP, EPP, ECP, ECP+EPP.

ECP Mode Use DMA (Default: 3)

Select a DMA Channel for the parallel port when using the ECP mode. This
field is only configurable if Parallel Port Mode is set to ECP. The available
setting values are: 3 and 1.

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Power Management Setup

Power Management Setup Menu

ACPI Function (Default: Enabled)

ACPI stands for “Advanced Configuration and Power Interface”. ACPI is a
standard that defines power and configuration management interfaces be­tween an operating system and the BIOS. In other words, it is a standard that
describes how computer components work together to manage system
hardware. In order to use this function the ACPI specification must be sup­ported by the OS (for example, Windows 2000 or WindowsXP). The available
setting values are: Enabled and Disabled.

ACPI Suspend Type (Default: S1 (POS))

This option is used to set the energy saving mode of the ACPI function.
When you select “S1 (POS)” mode, the power will not shut off and the power
supply status will remain as it is. In S1 mode the computer can be resumed
at any time. When you select “S3 (STR)” mode, the power will be cut off after
a delay period. The status of the computer before it enters STR will be saved in
memory, and the computer can quickly return to previous status when the STR
function wakes. When you select “S1 & S3” mode, the system will automatically
select the delay time.

Power Management (Default: User Define)

This option is used to set the power management scheme. Available setting
values are: User Define, Min Saving, and Max Saving.

Suspend Mode (Default: Disabled)

This option is used to set the idle time before the system enters into sleep
status. The setting values are Disabled and 1 Min-1 Hour.

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Video Off Method (Default: DPMS Supported)

This option is used to define the video off method. “Blank Screen” mode
means that after the computer enters power saving mode, only the monitor
will close, however, the vertical and horizontal scanning movement of the screen
continues. When you select the “V/H SYNC + Blank” mode the vertical and hori­zontal scanning movement of screen stops when the computer enters power
saving mode. “DPMS Supported” mode is a new screen power management
system, and it needs to be supported by the monitor you are using.

Switch Function (Default: Break/Wake)

This option is used to enable or disable switch function to wake up. The
setting values are Disabled and Break/Wake.

Hot Key Function As (Default: Power Off)

The option is used to define the hot key function. The available setting values
are Disabled, Power off and Suspend.

HDD Off After (Default: Disabled)

This option is used to define the continuous HDD idle time before the HDD
enters power saving mode. The setting values are Disabled and 1 Min -15 Min.

Power Button Override (Default: Instant Off)

This option is used to set the power down method. This function is only valid
for systems using an ATX power supply.
When “Instant Off” is selected, press the power switch to immediately turn
off power. When “Delay 4 Sec” is selected, press and hold the power button
for four seconds to turn off power.

Power State Resume Control (Default: Always Off)

This option is used to control power resume state. The available setting val­ues are Always Off, Always On and Keep Pre-State.

PM Wake Up Events

Press <Enter> to set the items of PM Wake Up Events. Please refer to page

39.

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PM Wake Up Events Menu

RING Power Up Control (Default: Enabled)

If this option is enabled, it allows the system to resume from a software power
down or power saving mode whenever there is an incoming call to an in­stalled fax/modem. This function needs to be supported by the relevant hard­ware and software. The setting values are: Disabled and Enabled.

MACPME Power Up Control (Default: Enabled) (optional)

This option is used to enable or disable the system to be waken up by SIS
onboard LAN.

PCIPME Power Up Control (Default: Enabled)

This option is used to enable or disable the system to be waken up by PCI
card.

PS2KB Power Up Control (Default: Hot Key)

This option is used to set which action will wake up PS/2 keyboard from S3/
S4/S5 status. The hotkey is Ctrl+Alt+Backspace. The setting values are Any
Key, Hot Key and Password.

PS2MS Power Up Control (Default: Click)

This option used to set which action will wake up PS/2 mouse from S3/S4/S5
status. The setting values are: Disabled, Click, Move & Click.

Power UP by Alarm (Default: Disabled)

This option is used to set the timing of the start-up function. In order to use
this function, the start-up password function must be cancelled. Also, the PC
power source must not be turned off.

Month Alarm

This option is used to set the timing for the start-up month. The setting values
contain 1 - 12 and NA.

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Day of Month Alarm

This option is used to set the timing for the start-up day of the month. The setting
values contain 0 - 31.

Time (hh:mm:ss) Alarm

This option is used to set the timing for the start-up time. The setting values
contain hh:0 – 23; mm:0 – 59; ss:0 – 59.

Primary/Secondary IDE (Default: Disabled)

When these items are enabled, the system will restart the power saving
timeout counters when any activity is detected on any of the drives or devices
on the primary or secondary IDE channels. The setting values are Dis­abled and Enabled.

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Init Display First (Default: PCI Slot)

This item is used to set which display device will be used first when your PC
starts up. The available setting values are: PCI Slot and PCIEx.

Reset Configuration Data (Default: Disabled)

This option is used to set whether the system is permitted to automatically
distribute IRQ DMA and I/O addresses when each time the machine is turned
on. The setting values are Disabled and Enabled.

Resources Controlled By (Default: Auto (ESCD))

This option is used to define the system resource control scheme. If all cards
you use support PNP, then select Auto (ESCD) and the BIOS will automatically
distributes interruption resources. If the ISA cards you installed not support­ing PNP, you will need to select “Manual” and manually adjust interruption
resources in the event of hardware conflicts. However, since this motherboard
has no ISA slot, this option does not apply.

PCI/VGA Palette Snoop (Default: Disabled)

If you use a non-standard VGA card, use this option to solve graphic accelera­tion card or MPEG audio card problems (e.g., colors not accurately displayed).
The setting values are Disabled and Enabled.

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PC Health Status menu

CPU Warning Temperature (Default: Disabled)

This option is used to set the warning temperature for the CPU. When the
temperature of CPU is higher than setting value, the motherboard will send off
warning information. The setting values are Disabled and 500C/1220F, 530C/
1270F, 560C/1330F, 600C/1400F, 630C/1450F, 660C/1510F, 700C/1580F.

Case Open Warning (Default: Disabled)

This option is used to enable or disable case open warning function. The
setting values are Disabled and Enabled.

Smart Fan Controller (Default: Enabled)

This option is used to enable or disable smart fan function. The setting values
are Disabled and Enabled.

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Frequency/Voltage Control Menu

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CPU Clock Ratio (Default: based on CPU specifications)

This option is used to set the ratio of an unlocked CPU. The possible settings
range from a minimum of 0 to a maximum of 50.

Note: This option is invisible for locking frequency CPU.

Auto Detect DIMM/PCI Clk (Default: Enabled)

This option is used to set whether the clock of an unused DIMM/PCI slot will
be disabled to reduce electromagnetic interference. The available settings
are Enabled and Disabled.

Spread Spectrum (Default: Disabled)

When enabled, it can significantly reduce the EMI (Electromagnetic
Interference) generated by the system.

Warning:

Be sure your selection is right. CPU overclock will be dangerous!
We will not be responsible for any damage caused.

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Load Fail-Safe Defaults

Press <Enter> to select this option. A dialogue box will pop up that allows you to
load the default BIOS settings. Select <Y> and then press <Enter> to load the
defaults. Select <N> and press <Enter> to exit without loading. The defaults set
by BIOS set the basic system functions in order to ensure system stability. But if
your computer cannot POST properly, you should load the fail-safe defaults to
restore the original settings. Then carry out failure testing. If you only want to
load the defaults for a single option, you can select the desired option and
press the <F6> key.

Load Optimized Defaults

Select this option and press <Enter>, and a dialogue box will pop up to let you
load the optimized BIOS default settings. Select <Y> and then press <Enter> to
load the optimized defaults. Select <N> and press <Enter> to exit without loading.
The defaults set by BIOS are the optimized performance parameters for the
system, to improve the performance of your system components. However, if
the optimized performance parameters are not supported by your hardware
devices, it will likely cause system reliability and stability issues. If you only want
to load the optimized default for a specific option, select the desired option and

press the <F7> key.

Set Supervisor/User Password

The access rights and permissions associated with the Supervisor password are
higher than those of a regular User password. The Supervisor password can be
used to start the system or modify the CMOS settings. By default, the option “Set
User Password” is displayed in gray and can be activated only when users
assign the Supervisor password. The User password can also start the system.
While the User password can be used to view the current CMOS settings, these
settings cannot be modified using the User password.
When you select the Set Supervisor/User Password option, the following message
will appear in the center of the screen, which will help you to set the password:

Enter Password:

Enter your password, not exceeding 8 characters, then press <Enter>. The
password you enter will replace any previous password. When prompted, key in
the new password and press <Enter>.

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If you do not want to set a password, just press <Enter> when prompted to enter
a password, and in the screen the following message will appear. If no password
is keyed in, any user can enter the system and view/modify the CMOS settings.

PASSWORD DISABLED!!!

Press any key to continue …

Under the menu “Advanced BIOS Features” Setup, if you select “System” from
the Security Option, you will be prompted to enter a password once the system
is started or whenever you want to enter the CMOS setting program. If the incor­rect password is entered, you will not be permitted to continue.
Under the menu “Advanced BIOS Features” Setup, if you select “Setup” from the
Security Option, you will be prompted to enter a password only when you enter
the CMOS setting program.

Save & Exit Setup

When you select this option and press <Enter>, the following message will
appear in the center of the screen:

SAVE to CMOS and EXIT (Y/N)? Y

Press <Y> to save your changes in CMOS and exit the program; press <N> or
<ESC> to return to the main menu.

Exit Without Saving

If you select this option and press <Enter>, the following message will appear
in the center of the screen:

Quit Without Saving (Y/N)? N

Press <Y> to exit CMOS without saving your modifications; press <N> or <ESC>
to return to the main menu.

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Chapter

4

4

The utility CD that came with the motherboard contains use­ful software and several utility drivers that enhance the

motherboard features.

This chapter includes the following information:

 Utility CD content
 Start to Install drivers

Chapter 4 Driver CD Introduction

Utility CD content

This motherboard comes with one Utility CD. To begin using the CD, simply insert
the CD into your CD-ROM drive. The CD will automatically display the main menu
screen.

1. Install Driver

Using this choice, you can install all the drivers for your motherboard. You should
install the drivers in order, and you need to restart your computer after the drivers
are all installed.

A. IDE Driver B. SiS RAID (optional)
C. DirectX 9.0b D.USB2.0 Driver
E. Audio Driver F. LAN Driver

2. Accessories

Use this option to install additional software programs.

A. SuperUtility
a. SuperStep
SuperStep is a powerful and easy-to-operate tool for overclocking. You
can quickly increase your CPU’s working frequency through its user­friendly interface. It will enhance your CPU’s performance and meet all
kinds of DIY requirements.
b.SuperLogo
SuperLogo can display user-designed graphics and pictures, such as a
company logo or personal photos, thus making your PC more personal­ized and friendly.

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c.SuperUpdate
SuperUpdate function can help to update the BIOS through Internet
directly.

B. Adobe Reader
C. Norton Internet Security

3. Browse CD

Click here to browse CD content.

4. HomePage

Click here to visit Foxconn motherboard homepage.

Note:

1. Install the latest patch first if your OS is Windows XP or Win-

dows 2000.

2. Follow the CD screen order to install your motherboard drivers.

Start to Install Drivers

Click <Install Driver> to enter the driver installation menu screen (shown as
below). Click the relevant buttons to install IDE Driver, SiS RAID (optional),
DirectX 9.0b, USB2.0 Driver, Audio Driver and LAN Driver from this CD.

Follow the screen
order to install the
motherboard drivers

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