ITOX GCB60-BX User Manual

GCB60-BX

Rev. C+
System Board
User’s Manual

935-CB6103-000

I37421246

Copyright

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part of it may be reproduced in any form or by any means or used to
make any transformation/adaptation without the prior written permission
from the copyright holders.

This publication is provided for informational purposes only. The
manufacturer makes no representations or warranties with respect to
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or implied warranties of merchantability or fitness f or any particular purpose.
The user will assume the entire risk of the use or the results of the use of
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to notify any person or entity of such revisions or changes.

All Rights Reserved. © 2002

Trademarks

Microsoft® MS-DOS®, Windo wsTM, Windows® 95, Windows® 98 and
Windows NT® are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation. Intel

®

and CeleronTM are registered trademarks of Intel Corporation. Award is
a registered trademark of Award Software, Inc. Other trademarks and
registered trademar ks of products appearing in this manual are the
properties of their respective holders.

Caution:

Danger of explosion if batter y incorrectly replaced.
Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the
manufacturer.
Dispose of used batteries according to the battery manufacturer’s
instructions.

FCC and DOC Statement on Class B

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 when the equipment is operated in a residential
installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio
frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with
the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio
communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference
will not occur in a par ticular 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:

• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

• Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver.

• Connect the equipment into 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.

Notice:

1. The changes or modifications not expressly approved by the
par ty responsible for compliance could void the user's authority
to operate the equipment.

2. Shielded interface cables must be used in order to comply with
the emission limits.

Table of Contents

Chapter 1 - Introduction

1. 1 Features and Specifications...................................................................

1. 2 Package Checklist ........................................................................................

Chapter 2 - Hardware Installation

2. 1 System Board Layout ...............................................................................

2.2 System Memory ..........................................................................................

2.3 DIP Switch Settings for Processors ...............................................

2. 4 Jumper Settings for the CPU’s Front Side Bus .......................

2. 5 Jumper Settings for Clearing CMOS Data ................................

2.6 Jumper Settings for Wake-On-Keyboard/Mouse .......................

2.7 Connecting the Ribbon Cables and Wires of the Ports

and Connectors ..........................................................................................

Chapter 3 - Award BIOS Setup Utility

3. 1 The Basic Input/Output System .......................................................

3.1.1 Standard CMOS Setup ..........................................................

3.1.2 BIOS Features Setup ................................................................

3.1.3 Chipset Features Setup..........................................................

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

3.1.5 PNP/PCI Configuration..........................................................

3.1.6 Load Fail-Safe Settings.............................................................

3.1.7 Load Optimal Settings ............................................................

3.1.8 Integrated Peripherals ..............................................................

3.1.9 Supervisor Password ...............................................................

3.1.10 User Password.............................................................................

3.1.11 IDE HDD Auto Detection ..................................................

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

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

Chapter 4 - Supported Softwares

4. 1 Desktop Management Interface ........................................................

4.2 Hardware Doctor Utility .......................................................................

4. 3 Patch Utility for Windows 95 ............................................................

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Appendix A - System Error Messages

A.1POST Beep......................................................................................................

A.2Error Messages...............................................................................................

Appendix B - Troubleshooting

B.1Troubleshooting Checklist ........................................................................

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1.1 Features and Specifications

1.1.1 Features

Chipset

• Intel 440BX AGPset

Processor

The system board is equipped with Socket 370. The system board is
also equipped with a switching voltage regulator that supports

1.30V to 2.05V core voltage for various processor s.

• Pentium® III FCPGA 100MHz FSB (up to 1GHz)

• CeleronTM 100MHz FSB (up to 1GHz)

• CeleronTM 66MHz FSB PPGA (300A-533MHz) or FCPGA
(566MHz-600MHz) processor

• VIA Cyrix®-III 100MHz FSB (PR433/PR466) processor

System Memory

• 16MB to 384MB memor y using unbuffered DIMMs

• 32MB to 768MB memor y using registered DIMMs

• Three 168-pin DIMM sockets

• Uses x64 or x72 PC SDRAM, 3.3V

- PC-66 SDRAM DIMM for 66MHz FSB processors

- PC-100 SDRAM DIMM for 100MHz FSB processors

• ECC suppor ted (uses x72 PC SDRAM DIMM)

Chapter 1 - Introduction

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Expansion Slots

The system board is equipped with 1 dedicated AGP slot, 3
dedicated PCI slots, 2 dedicated 16-bit ISA slot and 1 shared PCI/
ISA slot. All PCI and ISA slots are bus masters.

Desktop Management Interface (DMI)

The system board comes with a DMI 2.0 built into the BIOS. The
DMI utility in the BIOS automatically records various information
about your system configuration and stores these information in the
DMI pool, which is a part of the system board's Plug and Play
BIOS. DMI, along with the appropriately networked software, is
designed to make inventory, maintenance and troubleshooting of
computer systems easier. Refer to Chapter 4 for instructions on
using the DMI utility.

ATX double deck ports

• 2 USB por ts

• 2 DB-9 serial por ts

• 1 DB-25 parallel por t

• 1 mini-DIN-6 PS/2 keyboard por t

• 1 mini-DIN-6 PS/2 mouse por t

Connectors

• 1 connector for IrDA interface

• 2 IDE connectors

• 1 floppy connector

• 1 20-pin ATX power supply connector

• 1 Wak e-On-LAN connector

• 1 SB-LINK connector

• 3 fan connectors for CPU, chassis and AGP fans

DIMMs

2MBx64/x72
4MBx64/x72
8MBx64/x72
16MBx64/x72
32MBx64/x72

Memory Size

16MB
32MB
64MB
128MB
256MB*

* Supported only when using

registered DIMMs.

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PCI Bus Master IDE Controller

• Two PCI IDE interfaces support up to four IDE devices

• Supports ATA/33 or ATA/66 hard drives

• PIO Mode 3 and Mode 4 Enhanced IDE (data transfer rate up
to 16.6MB/sec.)

• Bus mastering reduces CPU utilization during disk transfer

• ATAPI CD-ROM, LS-120 and ZIP suppor ted

IrDA Interface

The system board is equipped with an IrDA connector for wireless
connectivity between your computer and peripheral devices. It
suppor ts per ipheral devices that meet the IrDA or ASK IR standard.

USB Ports

The system board is equipped with two USB ports. USB allows
data exchange between your computer and a wide range of
simultaneously accessible external Plug and Play peripherals.

BIOS

• Award BIOS, Windows 95/98 Plug and Play compatible

• Suppor ts SCSI sequential boot-up

• Flash EPROM for easy BIOS upgrades

• Includes NCR 810 SCSI BIOS

• 2MB flash memor y

1.1.2 System Health Monitor Functions

The system board is capable of monitoring the following “system
health” conditions.

• Monitors processor/system temperature and processor overheat
alarm

• Monitors 1.5V/3.3V/±5V/±12V/VCORE voltages and failure
alarm

• Monitors processor/chassis fan speed and failure alar m

• Automatic processor/chassis fan control

• Read back capability that displays accurate temperature, voltage
and fan speed

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1.1.3 Intelligence

Automatic CPU/Chassis Fan Off

The CPU and chassis fans will automatically turn off once the system
enters the Suspend mode .

Dual Function Power Button

Depending on the setting in the BIOS setup, this switch will allow
the system to enter the Soft-Off or Suspend mode.

External Modem Ring-on

The Modem Ring-on feature allows the system that is in the
Suspend mode or Soft Power Off mode to wake-up/power-on to
respond to incoming calls.

Note:

This feature supports external modem only.

RTC Timer to Power-on the System

The RTC installed on the system board allows your system to
automatically power-on on the set date and time.

Wake-On-LAN Ready

The Wake-On-LAN function allows the networ k to remotely wake
up a Soft Power Down (Soft-Off) PC . Your LAN card must suppor t
the remote wakeup function.

Important:

The 5VSB power source of your power supply must support

≥

720mA.

Wake-On-Keyboard/Wake-On-Mouse

This function allows you to use the keyboard or mouse to power-on
the system. Refer to “Jumper Settings for Wake-On-Keyboard/Wake­On-Mouse” in Chapter 2 and “Keyboard/Mouse Power On” in the
Integrated Peripherals setup of the Award BIOS in Chapter 3 for
more information.

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Important:

• The power button will not function once a keyboard
password has been set in the “KB Power On Password”
field of the Integrated Peripherals setup. You must type the
correct password to power-on the system.

• The 5VSB power source of your power supply must
support ≥720mA.

ACPI

The system board is designed to meet the ACPI (Advanced
Configuration and Power Interface) specification. ACPI has energy
saving features that enables PCs to implement Power Management
and Plug-and-Play with operating systems that support OS Direct
Power Management.

Virus Protection

Most viruses today destroy data stored in hard drives. The system
board is designed to protect the boot sector and par tition table of
your hard disk drive.

1.2 Package Checklist

The system board package contains the following items:

! The system board
! A user’s manual
! One 40-pin IDE hard disk cable
! One 34-pin floppy disk drive cable
! One CD

If any of these items are missing or damaged, please contact your
dealer or sales representative for assistance.

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Chapter 2 - Hardware Installation

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2.2 System Memory

The system board is equipped with three 168-pin DIMM (Dual In­line Memor y Module) sockets that suppor t x64/x72 unbuffered or
registered PC SDRAM DIMM, 3.3V.

PC SDRAM (Synchronous Dynamic Random Access Memor y) uses a
fast memor y interface technology that includes using the clock on the
chip to synchronize with the CPU clock so that the timing of the
memory chips and the timing of the CPU are synchronized. This
saves time during transmission of data, subsequently increasing
system performance.

Warning:

Electrostatic discharge (ESD) can damage your system board,
processor, disk drives, add-in boards, and other components. Perform
the upgrade instruction procedures described at an ESD
workstation only. If such a station is not available, you can provide
some ESD protection by wearing an antistatic wrist strap and
attaching it to a metal part of the system chassis. If a wrist strap
is unavailable, establish and maintain contact with the system
chassis throughout any procedures requiring ESD protection.

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Pin 1

Notch

Key

Tab

Tab

2.2.1 Installing the DIM Module

A DIM module simply snaps into a DIMM socket on the system
board. Pin 1 of the DIM module must correspond with Pin 1 of the

socket.

1. Pull the “tabs” which are at the ends of the socket to the side.

2. Position the DIMM above the socket with the “notches” in the
module aligned with the “keys” on the socket.

3. Seat the module vertically into the socket. Make sure it is
completely seated. The tabs will hold the DIMM in place.

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2.3 DIP Switch Settings (For Factory Use Only)

You can not overclock an Intel Celeron™ processor (PPGA) because
its frequency ratio is fixed by the manufacturer. The table below is for
factor y use only.

In the example on the left:

Switch 1: Off
Switch 2: On
Switch 3: Off
Switch 4: On

5.5x
6x

6.5x
7x

7.5x
8x

8.5x

9

9.5x

10x

1

Off
On
Off
On
Off
On
On
Off
Off
Off

SW1

2

Off
On
On
Off
Off
On
Off
Off
On
On

3

Off
On
On
On
On
On
On
On
On
Off

4

On
Off
Off
Off
Off
Off
On
On
On
Off

Ratio

Note:

Intel CeleronTM processors support VID (Voltage Identification). The
switching voltage regulator on the system board will automatically set
the voltage regulator according to the voltage of the processor.

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2.4 Jumper Settings for the CPU’s Front Side Bus

Jumper JP2

CPU’s Front Side Bus Select
The default setting of jumper JP2 is

Auto - the system will automatically
run according to the FSB of the
processor. The “100MHz” setting
(1-2-3 Off) is reserved for future
100MHz FSB processors. Refer to
the figure on the next page.

Warning:

If your system is installed with
a 66MHz FSB processor, do
not move the jumper cap
from its default setting which
is pins 1 and 2 On; otherwise
your system will not boot.

Jumper JP2’s settings are shown below.

1
2

3

1
2

3

1
2

3

2-3 On: 66MHz

1-2 On: Auto

(default)

1-2-3 Off: 100MHz

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2.5 Jumper Settings for Clearing CMOS Data

Jumper JP3

Clear CMOS Data
If, for some reason, the CMOS data

becomes corrupted or you forgot
the supervisor/user/keyboard
password, the system can be
reconfigured with the default values
stored in the ROM BIOS. To load
the default values, power off your
system and unplug the power

cord. Set JP3 pins 2 and 3 to On.

Wait for a few seconds and set JP3
back to its default setting, pins 1
and 2 On. You may now plug the
power cord and power-on your
system.

2-3 On:

Clear CMOS Data

1-2 On: Normal

(default)

1
2

3

1

2
3

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2.6 Jumper Settings for Wake-On-Keyboard/
Wake-On-Mouse

Jumper JP1

Wak e-On-Keyboard/Wake-On-Mouse
The system board supports the Wake-

On-Keyboard/Wake-On-Mouse function.
This function allows you to use the
keyboard or mouse to power-on the
system. By default, JP1 is disabled. To use
this function, set JP1 to 2-3 On.
“Keyboard/Mouse Power On” in the
Integrated Peripherals setup of the
Award BIOS must be set accordingly.
Refer to chapter 3 for details.

Warning:

1. If JP1 was previously enabled
with a password set in the
“KB Power On Password” field, and now you wish to disable
the Wake-On-Keyboard (password) function, make sure to
set the “Keyboard/Mouse Power On” field to Disabled prior
to setting JP1 to disabled. You will not be able to boot up
the system if you fail to do so.

2. The power button will not function once a keyboard
password has been set in the “KB Power On Password”
field of the Integrated Peripherals setup. You must type the
correct password to power-on the system.

3. The 5VSB power source of your power supply must
support ≥720mA (minimum).

2-3 On: Enable

1-2 On: Disable

(default)

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2.7.2 PS/2 Mouse and Keyboard Ports

The PS/2 mouse port uses IRQ12. If
a mouse is not connected to this por t,
the system will reserve IRQ12 for
other expansion cards.

Warning:

Make sure to turn off your
computer prior to connecting or
disconnecting a mouse or
keyboard. Failure to do so may
damage the system board.

2.7 Connecting the Ribbon Cables and Wires of
the Ports and Connectors

2.7.1 Serial Ports

The built-in serial ports are RS-232C
asynchronous communication ports
with 16C550A-compatible UARTs that
can be used with modems, serial
printers, remote display terminals, and
other serial devices. You can set the
serial ports’ I/O address in the
Integrated Peripherals setup of the
Award BIOS.

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2.7.3 Parallel Ports

The system board has a standard
printer port for interfacing your PC
to a parallel printer. It supports SPP,
ECP and EPP modes. You can set the
port’s mode in the Integrated Periph­erals setup of the Award BIOS.

2.7.4 Floppy Disk Controller

The system board is equipped with a shrouded floppy disk header
that supports two standard floppy disk drives. To prevent
improper floppy cable installation, the shrouded floppy disk header
has a keying mechanism. The 34-pin connector on the floppy cable
can be placed into the header only if pin 1 of the connector is
aligned with pin 1 of the header. You may enable or disable this
function in the Integrated Peripherals setup of the Award BIOS.

Setting

SPP
(Standard Parallel Por t)

ECP
(Extended Capabilities P ort)

EPP
(Enhanced Parallel Por t)

Function

Allows normal speed operation
but in one direction only.

Allows parallel port to operate in
bidirectional mode and at a speed
faster than the SPP’s data transfer
rate.

Allows bidirectional parallel por t
operation at maximum speed.

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2.7.5 IDE Hard Disk Interface

The system board is equipped with
two shrouded PCI IDE headers that
will interface four Enhanced IDE
(Integrated Drive Electronics) hard
disk drives. To prevent improper
IDE cable installation, each shrouded
PCI IDE header has a keying
mechanism. The 40-pin connector
on the IDE cable can be placed into
the header only if pin 1 of the
connector is aligned with pin 1 of
the header.

Connecting the Floppy Disk Cable

1. Install the 34-pin header
connector into the shrouded
floppy disk header (J4) on the
system board. The colored edge
of the ribbon should be aligned
with pin 1 of J4.

2. Install the other 34-pin header
connector(s) into the disk
drive(s). Align the colored edge
of the daisy chained ribbon cable
with pin 1 of the drive edge
connector(s). The end-most
connector should be attached to
the drive you want to designate
as Drive A.

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Adding a Second IDE Hard Drive

When using two IDE drives, one must be set as the master and
the other as the slave. Follow the instructions provided by the
drive manufacturer for setting the jumpers and/or switches on the
drives.

We recommend that you use Enhanced IDE or ATA-2, ATA/33
and ATA/66 hard drives be from the same manufacturer. In a few
cases, drives from two different manufacturers will not function
properly when used together. The problem lies in the hard drives,
not the system board.

Important:

If you encountered problems while using an ATAPI CD-ROM
drive that is set in Master mode, please set the CD-ROM
drive to Slave mode. Some ATAPI CD-ROMs may not be
recognized and cannot be used if incorrectly set in Master
mode.

Connecting the Hard Disk Cable

1. If you are connecting two hard drives, install the 40-pin
connector of the IDE cable into the primary shrouded IDE
header (connector J10). If you are adding a third or fourth
IDE device, install the 40-pin connector of the other IDE cable
into the secondar y shrouded IDE header (connector J9).

2. Install the other 40-pin header connector(s) into the device
with the colored edge of the ribbon cable aligned with pin 1
of the drive edge connector(s).

Note:

Refer to your disk drive user’s manual for information about
selecting proper drive switch settings.

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2.7.7 IrDA Connector

The system board is equipped with an IrDA connector for wireless
connectivity between your computer and peripheral devices. The
IRDA (Infrared Data Association) specification supports data
transfers of 115K baud at a distance of 1 meter.

Connect your IrDA cable to connector J12 on the system board. Set
“UART2 Mode Select” in the Integrated Peripherals setup of the
Award BIOS to the type of IrDA standard supported by your
device. You must have the proper drivers installed in your operating
system to use this connector. Refer to your operating system’s
manual or documentation.

2.7.6 USB Ports

You must have the proper drivers
installed in your operating system to
use these ports. Refer to your
operating system’s manual or
documentation.

Pin

1

2
3
4
5

Function

IRTX
Ground
IRRX
N. C.
VCC

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2.7.8 CPU Fan Connector

The processor must be kept cool by using a fan with heatsink.
Connect the CPU fan to the 3-pin fan connector at location J5 on
the system board.

2.7.9 Chassis Fan Connector

The system board is equipped with a chassis fan connector. If you
are installing a fan in the system unit, connect the fan’s connector
to location J2 on the system board. The fan will provide adequate
airflow throughout the chassis to prevent overheating the
processor.

Pin

1
2

3

Function

On/Off
+12V
Sense

Pin

1
2

3

Function

On/Off
+12V
Sense

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2.7.10 AGP Fan Connector

The system board is equipped with an AGP fan connector. If the
system board is installed with an AGP add-in card and you wish to
install a fan on the add-in card, connect the fan’s connector to
location J11 on the system board. Refer to the add-in card’s
manual for instructions on installing the fan.

2.7.11 SB-LINK™ Connector

If the system board is installed with a Creative sound card that
requires connecting the card to the SB-LINK™ connector, connect
the cable that came with the sound card to connector J13. Refer
to the sound card’s manual for more information.

Pin

1

2
3
4
5

6

Function

PC-PCI-GNTx
DGND
Key
PC-PCI-REQx
DGND
SERIRQ

Pin

1
2

3

Function

Ground
+12V
N. C.

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2.7.12 Wake-On-LAN Connector

The system board supports the Wake-On-LAN function. This
function will allow the network to remotely power-on a Soft
Power Down (Soft-Off) PC. However, if your system is in the
Suspend mode, you can power-on the system only through an
IRQ or DMA interrupt.

To use the Wake-On-LAN function, you must enable the “Resume
on LAN” field in the Power Management Setup of the Award
BIOS. Your LAN card package should include a cable. Connect one
end of the cable to the wakeup header on the card and the other
end to location J15 on the system board. The network will detect
Magic Packet and assert a wakeup signal to power-up the system.
Refer to the add-in card’s manual for details. Note: Your LAN card
must suppor t the remote wake up function.

Pin

1
2
3

Function

+5VSB (720mA)
Ground
WOL

Important:

The 5VSB power source of your power supply must support

≥

720mA (minimum).

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2.7.13 Power Connector

PS1

The pin assignment of the ATX power connector is shown below.

Pin

1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9

10

Function

3.3V/14A

3.3V/14A
COM
+5V
COM
+5V
COM
PW-OK
5VSB
+12V

Pin

11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20

Function

3.3V/14A

-12V
COM
PS-ON
COM
COM
COM

-5V
+5V
+5V

Important:

Your power supply must meet the ATX specification ­supporting 3.3V/14A (minimum), otherwise your system will
not boot properly.

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2.7.14 J14 (LEDs and Switches)

HD-LED: Primary/Secondary IDE LED

This LED will light when the hard drive is being accessed.

G-LED: Green LED

This LED will light when the system is in the Suspend mode.

ATX-SW: ATX Power Switch

Depending on the setting in the BIOS setup, this switch is a “dual
function power button” that will allow your system to enter the
Soft-Off or Suspend mode. Refer to “Soft-Off By PWR-BTTN” in
the Power Management Setup (Chapter 3).

G-SW: Green Switch

This switch will allow your system to enter the Suspend mode.

RESET: Reset Switch

This switch allows you to reboot without having to power off the
system thus prolonging the life of the power supply or system.

SPEAKER: Speaker Connector

This connects to the speaker installed in the system chassis.

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Pin

1
2

3
4

5
6
7

8
9

10
11

12
13

14
15
16

17
18
19

20
21

22
23
24
25

Pin Assignment

HD-LED

(Primary/Secondary IDE LED)

G-LED

(Green LED)

ATX-SW

(ATX power switch)

G-SW

(Green switch)

RESET

(Reset switch)

SPEAKER

(Speaker connector)

KEYLOCK

(Keylock and Power LED
connector)

HDD LED Power
HDD

N. C.
Green LED Power

Green
N. C.
PWRBT

Ground
N. C.
SMI

Ground
N. C.
H/W Reset

Ground
N. C.
Speaker Data

N. C.
Ground
Speaker Power

N. C.
LED Power

N.C.
Standby Signal
Keylock
Ground

Use pins 21 to 23
for the Power/
Standby LED.

KEYLOCK: Power/Standby LED and Keylock Connector

Use pins 21-23 to connect to the Power/Standby LED. This LED
will light when the system’s power is on and blinks when the
system enters the Suspend mode .

Use pins 24 to 25 to connect to the keyboard lock (located on
the front panel of the system chassis) for locking the keyboard.

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3.1 The Basic Input/Output System

The Basic Input/Output System (BIOS) is a program that takes care
of the basic level of communication between the processor and
peripherals. In addition, the BIOS also contain codes for various
advanced features found in this system board. This chapter explains the
Setup Utility for the Award BIOS.

After you power up your system, the BIOS message appears on your
screen and the memory count begins. After the memory test, the
following message will appear on the screen:

Press DEL to enter setup

If the message disappears before you respond, restar t your system or
press the “Reset” button. You may also restar t the system by pressing
the <Ctrl> <Alt> and <Del> keys simultaneously.

When you press <Del>, the main program screen will appear.

3.1.1 Standard CMOS Setup

Use the arrow keys to highlight “Standard CMOS Setup” and press
<Enter>. A screen similar to the one on the next page will appear.

ROM PCI/ISA BIOS

CMOS SETUP UTILITY

AWARD SOFTWARE, INC.

STANDARD CMOS SETUP
BIOS FEA TURES SETUP
CHIPSET FEA TURES SETUP
POWER MANAGEMENT SETUP
PNP/PCI CONFIGURA TION
LOAD FAIL-SAFE SETTINGS
LOAD OPTIMAL SETTINGS

INTEGRATED PERIPHERALS
SUPER VISOR P ASSWORD
USER P ASSWORD
IDE HDD AUTO DETECTION
SAVE & EXIT SETUP
EXIT WITHOUT SAVING

Esc
F10

: Quit
: Save & Exit Setup

↑↓→←

(Shift) F2

: Select Item
: Change Color

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Date

The date format is <day>, <month>, <date>, <year>. Day displays
a day, from Sunday to Saturday. Month displays the month, from
January to December. Date displays the date, from 1 to 31. Year
displays the year, from 1994 to 2079.

Time

The time format is <hour>, <minute>, <second>. The time is based
on the 24-hour militar y-time clock. For example, 1 p.m. is 13:00:00.
Hour displays hours from 00 to 23. Minute displays minutes from 00
to 59. Second displays seconds from 00 to 59.

Primary Master, Primary Slave, Secondary Master and Secondar y Slave

These categories allow you to enter the appropriate specifications for
the type of hard disk drive(s) installed in your system. Press <PgUp>
or <PgDn> to select a numbered hard disk type or type the number
and press <Enter>. The hard disk will not work proper ly if you enter
improper information for this categor y. You can use Type “User” to
define your own drive type manually. This information should be included
in the documentation from your hard disk vendor. If you select Type
”Auto”, the BIOS will auto-detect the HDD & CD-ROM drive at the
POST stage and show the IDE for the HDD & CD-ROM drive. If a
hard disk has not been installed, select “None” and press <Enter>.

The settings on the screen are for reference only. Your version may not be
identical to this one.

ROM PCI/ISA BIOS
ST ANDARD CMOS SETUP
AWARD SOFTWARE, INC.

Date (mm:dd:yy) : Mon, Oct 12 1998
Time (hh:mm:ss) : 13: 27: 50

HARD DISKS
Primary Master
Primary Slave
Secondary Master
Secondary Slave

TYPE
Auto
Auto
Auto
Auto

SIZE

0
0
0
0

CYLS

0
0
0
0

HEAD

0
0
0
0

PRECOMP

0
0
0
0

LANDZ

0
0
0
0

SECTOR

0
0
0
0

MODE
Auto
Auto
Auto
Auto

Drive A : 1.44M, 3.5 in.
Drive B : None

Video : EGA/VGA
Halt on : All Errors

Base Memory : 640K
Extended Memory : 64512K
Other Memory : 384K

Total Memory : 65536K

PU/PD/+/- : Modify

↑↓→←

: Select Item
: Change

(Shift)F2

:
:
:
:

Esc
F10

: Quit
: Save & Exit Setup

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Drive A and Drive B

These categories identify the types of floppy disk drives installed.

None No floppy drive is installed
360K, 5.25 in. 5-1/4 in. standard drive; 360KB capacity

1.2M, 5.25 in. 5-1/4 in. AT-type high-density drive; 1.2MB capacity
720K, 3.5 in. 3-1/2 in. double-sided drive; 720KB capacity

1.44M, 3.5 in. 3-1/2 in. double-sided drive; 1.44MB capacity

2.88M, 3.5 in. 3-1/2 in. double-sided drive; 2.88MB capacity

Video

This categor y selects the type of video adapter used for the primary
system monitor. Although secondar y monitor s are supported, you do
not have to select the type in Setup. The default setting is EGA/VGA
(BIOS default, Setup default).

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

EGA, VGA, SVGA and PGA monitor adapters.

CGA 40 Color Graphics Adapter. Power up in 40-column mode .
CGA 80 Color Graphics Adapter. Power up in 80-column mode .
Mono Monochrome adapter. Includes high resolution

monochrome adapters.

Halt On

This categor y determines whether the system will stop if an er ror is
detected during power up. The default setting is All Errors (BIOS
default, Setup default).

No Errors The system boot will not stop for any errors detected.
All Errors The system boot will stop whenever the BIOS detects

a non-fatal error.

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

error; it will stop for all other error s.

All, But Diskette The system boot will not stop for a disk error;

it will stop for all other errors.

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

keyboard error ; it will stop for all other error s.

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3.1.2 BIOS Features Setup

The BIOS Features Setup allows you to configure your system for basic
operation. Some entries are defaults required by the system board,
while others, if enabled, will improve the performance of your system
or let you set some features according to your preference.

The settings on the screen are for reference only. Your ver sion may not be
identical to this one.

Virus Warning

This categor y protects the boot sector and partition table of your hard
disk drive. When this item is enabled, the Award BIOS will monitor the
boot sector and par tition table of the hard disk drive. If an attempt
is made to write to the boot sector or partition table of the hard disk
drive, the BIOS will halt the system and an error message will appear.

After seeing the error message , if necessar y, you will be able to run
an anti-virus progr am to locate and remove the problem before any
damage is done.

Many disk diagnostic programs which attempt to access the boot
sector table will cause the warning message to appear. If you are
running such a program, we recommend that you first disable this
category. Also, disable this category if you are installing or running
cer tain oper ating systems like Windows® 95 or the operating system
may not install nor work.

ROM PCI/ISA BIOS

BIOS FEA TURES SETUP

AWARD SOFTWARE, INC.

Virus Warning
CPU L1 Cache
CPU L2 Cache
CPU L2 Cache ECC Checking
Quick Power On Self Test
Boot Sequence
Swap Floppy Drive
Boot Up Floppy Seek
Boot Up NumLock Status
Typematic Rate Setting
Typematic Rate (Chars/Sec)
Typematic Delay (Msec)
Security Option
PCI/VGA Palette Snoop
OS Select For DRAM > 64MB
HDD S.M.A.R.T. Capability

: Disabled
: Enabled
: Enabled
: Enabled
: Enabled
: A, C, SCSI
: Disabled
: Disabled
:On
: Disabled
:6
: 250
: Setup
: Disabled
: Non-OS2
: Disabled

ESC
F1
F5
F6
F7

: Quit
: Help
: Old Values
: Load Fail-Safe Settings
: Load Optimal Settings

↑↓→←

PU/PD/+/­(Shift) F2

: Select Item
: Modify
: Color

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CPU L1 Cache and CPU L2 Cache

These categories speed up the memory access. The default value
is enabled. Enable the External Cache for better performance.

CPU L2 Cache ECC Checking

Intel CeleronTM processors come with built-in Level 2 cache. By
default, ECC is enabled to check the Level 2 cache. If you are not
using this function, set this field to Disabled.

Quick Power On Self Test

This category speeds up Power On Self Test (POST) after you
power on your system. When Enabled, the BIOS will shorten or
skip some check items during POST.

Boot Sequence

This category determines which drive to search first for the disk
operating system. The default is A, C, SCSI. The options are:

A, C, SCSI; C, A, SCSI; C, CDROM, A; CDROM, C, A;
D, A, SCSI; E, A, SCSI; F, A, SCSI; SCSI, A, C;
SCSI, C , A; C only; LS/ZIP, C.

Swap Floppy Drive

When this option is enabled and the system is booting from the floppy
drive, the system will boot from drive B instead of drive A. When this
option is disabled and the system is booting from the floppy drive, the
system will boot from drive A. You must have two floppy drives to
use this function.

Boot Up Floppy Seek

When enabled, the BIOS will check whether the floppy disk drive installed
is 40 or 80 tracks. Note that the BIOS cannot distinguish between 720K,

1.2M, 1.44M and 2.88M drive types as they are all 80 tracks. When
disabled, the BIOS will not search for the type of floppy disk drive by
track number. Note that there will not be any warning message if the drive
installed is 360KB.

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Boot Up NumLock Status

This allows you to determine the default state of the numeric keypad.
By default, the system boots up with NumLock on wherein the function
of the numeric keypad is the number keys. When set to Off, the
function of the numeric keypad is the arrow keys.

Typematic Rate Setting

When disabled, continually holding down a key on your keyboard will
cause the BIOS to repor t that the key is down. When the typematic
rate is enabled, the BIOS will not only repor t that the key is down,
but will first wait for a moment, and, if the key is still down, it will begin
to repor t that the key has been depressed repeatedly. For example ,
you would use such a feature to accelerate cur sor movements with
the arrow keys.

Typematic Rate (Chars/Sec)

This selection allows you to select the rate at which the keys are
accelerated.

Typematic Delay (Msec)

This selection allows you to select the delay between when the key
was first depressed and when the acceler ation begins.

Security Option

System The system will not boot and access to Setup will be

denied unless the correct password is entered at the
prompt.

Setup The system will boot, but access to Setup will be denied

unless the correct password is entered at the prompt.

PCI/VGA Palette Snoop

It determines whether the MPEG ISA/VESA VGA Cards can work with
PCI/VGA or not. The default value is Disabled.

Enabled PCI/VGA working with MPEG ISA/VESA VGA cards.
Disabled PCI/VGA not wor king with MPEG ISA/VESA VGA cards.

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This section gives you functions to configure the system based on
the specific features of the chipset. The chipset manages bus speeds
and access to system memory resources. It also coordinates
communications between the conventional ISA bus and the PCI bus.

These items should not be altered unless necessary. The default

settings have been chosen because they provide the best operating
conditions for your system. The only time you might consider making

OS Select for DRAM > 64MB

This item allows you to access the memory that is over 64MB in
OS/2. The options are: Non-OS/2 and OS/2.

HDD S.M.A.R.T. Capability

The system board supports SMART (Self-Monitoring, Analysis and
Repor ting Technology) hard dr ives. SMART is a reliability prediction
technology for ATA/IDE and SCSI dr ives. The drive will provide sufficient
notice to the system or user to backup data prior to the dr ive’s failure.
The default is Disabled. If you are using hard drives that support
S.M.A.R.T., set this field to Enabled. SMART is supported in

ATA/33 or later hard drives.

3.1.3 Chipset Features Setup

:3
:3
:3
: Disabled
: Non-ECC
: Disabled
: Disabled
: Disabled
:1
:1
: Disabled
: Disabled
:64
: Default
: Disabled

ROM PCI/ISA BIOS

CHIPSET FEATURES SETUP

AWARD SOFTWARE, INC.

SDRAM RAS-to-CAS Delay
SDRAM RAS Precharge Time
SDRAM CAS Latency Time
SDRAM Precharge Control
DRAM Data Integrity Mode
System BIOS Cacheable
Video BIOS Cacheable
Video RAM Cacheable
8 Bit I/O Recovery Time
16 Bit I/O Recovery Time
Memory Hole At 15M-16M
PCI 2.1 Compliance
AGP Aperture Size (MB)
CPU/PCI Clock (MHz)
Spread Spectrum

↑ ↓ → ←

ESC
F1
F5
F6
F7

: Quit
: Help
: Old Values
: Load Fail-Safe Settings
: Load Optimal Settings

PU/PD/+/­(Shift) F2

: Select Item
: Modify
: Color

**** System Health Monitor ****
Current System Temp.
Current CPU Temperature
Current Chassis FAN Speed
Current CPU FAN Speed
CPU(V)
+1.5 V
+3.3 V
+5 V
+12 V

-12 V

-5 V

:28oC/82oF
:42oC/107oF
: 0 RPM
: 4326 RPM

The settings on the screen are for reference only. Your version may not be identical
to this one.

: 2.00 V
: 1.51 V
: 3.40 V
: 5.08 V
: 12.34 V
: -11.76 V
: -5.09 V

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any changes would be if you discovered some incompatibility or that
data was being lost while using your system.

SDRAM RAS-to-CAS Delay

This field allows you to inser t a timing delay between the CAS and
RAS strobe signals, used when DRAM is written to, read from, or
refreshed. This field applies only when synchronous DRAM is installed
in the system.

SDRAM RAS Precharge Time

If there is insufficient number of cycles for the RAS to accumulate its
charge before DRAM refresh, the refresh may be incomplete and the
DRAM may fail to retain data.

SDRAM CAS Latency Time

The default setting is 3 which is 3 clock cycles for the CAS latency.

DRAM Data Integrity Mode

The ECC (Error Checking and Correction) function is supported only
in x72 (72-bit) PC SDRAM DIMMs. If you are using x64 (64-bit) PC
SDRAM DIMMs, set this field to Non-ECC .

Non-ECC Uses x64 PC SDRAM DIMM.
ECC This option allows the system to recover from memory

failure. It detects single-bit and multiple-bit errors, then
automatically corrects single-bit error.

System BIOS Cacheable

When this option is enabled, accesses to the system BIOS ROM
addressed at F0000H-FFFFFH are cached, provided that the cache
controller is enabled. The lar ger the r ange of the Cache RAM, the higher
the efficiency of the system.

Video BIOS Cacheable

As with caching the system BIOS, enabling the Video BIOS cache will
allow access to video BIOS addresssed at C0000H to C7FFFH to
be cached, if the cache controller is also enabled. The larger the range
of the Cache RAM, the faster the video performance.

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Video RAM Cacheable

When enabled, it allows the video RAM to be cacheable thus providing
better video performance. If your graphics card does not suppor t this
function, leave this field in its default setting - Disabled.

8 Bit I/O Recovery Time and 16 Bit I/O Recovery Time

The recovery time is the length of time , measured in SYSCLK, which
the system will delay after the completion of an input/output request.
This delay takes place because the CPU is operating so much faster
than the input/output bus that the CPU must be delayed to allow for
the completion of the I/O. This item allows you to determine the
recovery time allowed for 8-bit I/O or 16-bit I/O.

Memory Hole At 15M-16M

In order to improve system performance, certain space in memor y can
be reserved for ISA cards. This memor y must be mapped into the
memor y space below 16MB . When enabled, the CPU assumes the 15­16MB memor y range is allocated to the hidden ISA address range
instead of the actual system DRAM. When disabled, the CPU assumes
the 15-16MB address range actually contains DRAM memor y. If more
than 16MB of system memory is installed, this option must be
disabled to provide contiguous system memory.

PCI 2.1 Compliance

By default, this field is Disabled. However, if you encounter problems
with your PCI card, try setting this field to Enabled. It may be that your
card is PCI 2.1 compliant.

AGP Aper ture Size (MB)

This field is relevant to the memory-mapped graphics data of the
AGP card installed in your system. Leave this in its default setting, which
is 64MB.

CPU/PCI Clock (MHz)

The options are Default, 66.8/33.4, 75/37.5, 83.3/41.65, 100.3/33.4,
103/34.33, 105/35, 110/36.67, 112/37.33, 115/38.33, 120/40, 124/
31, 124/41.33, 133/33.25, 133/44.33, 140/35 and 150/37.5. When
selecting the external bus clock of your processor, the PCI clock will

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at the same time appear next to the external bus clock selected. For
example, if you selected "66.8/33.4", 66.8MHz is the external bus
clock and 33.4MHz is the PCI clock. Regardless of the type of pro­cessor used, the default setting is "Default". Under this setting, the
system will run according to the processor's clock frequency. If you
selected an option other than "Default" and is unable to boot up

the system, there are 2 methods of going back to its default setting.
Method 1: Clear the CMOS data by following the procedure in

section 2.5 (chapter 2) of this manual. All fields in the
BIOS Setup will automatically be set to its default
settings.

Method 2: Press the <Insert> key and power button simulta-

neously, then release the power button first. You must
keep-on pressing the <Insert> key until the power-on
screen appears. This will allow the system to boot ac­cording to the FSB of the processor. Now press the
<Del> key to enter the Award BIOS setup utility. Select
"Chipset Features Setup" and set the "CPU/PCI Clock
(MHz)" field to "Default" or an appropriate clock fre-

quency .

Note:

When using a 66MHz FSB processor, the AGP clock and
the CPU's external bus clock are similar. When using a
100MHz FSB processor, the AGP clock is 2/3 of the
CPU's external bus clock.

Spread Spectrum

Leave this field in its default setting - Disabled. Do not alter this setting
unless advised by an engineer or technician.

System Health Monitor

The BIOS is capable of monitoring the following system “health”
conditions: processor and system temperature, fan speed of the
chassis and CPU fans, voltage of the processor and output voltage
of the power supply.

The temperature, fan speed and voltage of these mounitored items
are shown in this section of the Chipset Features Setup.

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• Current System Temperature, Current CPU Temperature,
Current Chassis Fan Speed and Current CPU Fan Speed

These fields show the internal temperature of the system, current
temperature of the processor, and the current fan speed of the
chassis and CPU fans in RPM (Revolutions Per Minute).

• CPU(V)

This field shows the voltage of the processor.

• +1.5V, +3.3V, +5V, +12V, -12V and -5V

These fields show the output voltage of the power supply.

3.1.4 Power Management Setup

The Power Management Setup allows you to configure your system to
most effectively save energy. If you like to use the soft power down
feature of Windows 95/98, you must enable the Power Management
below. Select Min. Power, Max. Power or User Defined. Either one can
be used as long as it is NOT disabled.

The settings on the screen are for reference only. Your version may not be
identical to this one.

ROM PCI/ISA BIOS

POWER MANAGEMENT SETUP

AWARD SOFTWARE, INC.

ACPI Function
Power Management
PM Control by APM
Video Off Method
Video Off After
MODEM Use IRQ
Standby Mode
Suspend Mode
HDD Power Down
VGA Active Monitor
Soft-Off by PWR-BTTN
PWR Lost Resume State
Resume on Ring
Resume on LAN
Resume on Alarm

: Disabled
: User Define
:Yes
: DPMS
: Suspend
:3
: Disabled
: Disabled
: Disabled
: Disabled
: Instant-Off
: Keep Off
: Disabled
: Disabled
: Disabled

ESC
F1
F5
F6
F7

: Quit
: Help
: Old Values
: Load Fail-Safe Settings

: Load Optimal Settings

PU/PD/+/­(Shift) F2

: Select Item
: Modify
: Color

↑ ↓ → ←

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ACPI Function

By default, the ACPI function is disabled. This function should be
enabled only in operating systems that suppor t ACPI.

Power Management

This categor y allows you to select the type (or degree) of power saving
by changing the length of idle time that elapses before the Standby
mode and Suspend mode are activated.

Disable No power management. Disables the Standby and

Suspend modes.

Min. Power Saving Minimum power management. Standby Mode =

1 hr., and Suspend Mode = 1 hr.

Max. Power Saving Maximum power management. Standby Mode

= 1 min., and Suspend Mode = 1 min.

User Defined Allows you to set each mode individually. When

enabled, each option ranges from 1 min. to 1 hr.

PM Control by APM

Yes An Advanced Power Management device will be activated to

enhance the power saving mode and stop the CPU’s inter­nal clock. Use this option in Windows® 95/98. (default)

No The system BIOS will ignore APM when initiating the Power

Management mode.

Video Off Method

This determines the manner in which the monitor is blanked.

V/H SYNC + Blank This selection will cause the system to turn off

the vertical and horizontal synchronization
por ts and write blanks to the video buffer.

Blank Screen This option only writes blanks to the video buffer.
DPMS Initializes display power management signaling. Use

this option if your video board suppor ts it.

Video Off After

N/A The system BIOS will never turn off the screen.
Suspend The screen is off when the system is in the Suspend

mode.

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Standby The screen is off when the system is in the Standby

mode.

MODEM Use IRQ

This categor y is used to set an IRQ channel (IRQ 3, 4, 5, 7, 9, 10 or

11) for the external modem installed in your system. However, if the

“Resume on Ring” or “Resume on LAN” field is disabled, the BIOS will
mask the IRQ assigned for the modem. This is to prevent the modem
or LAN from waking up the system when it is in the Suspend mode.

Standby Mode

This is user configurable only when the Power Management categor y
is set to User Defined. When enabled and after the set time of
system inactivity, video will be shut off while all other devices still
operate at full speed.

Suspend Mode

This is user configurable only when the Power Management categor y
is set to User Defined. When enabled and after the set time of system
inactivity, the CPU and onboard peripher als will be shut off.

HDD Power Down

This is user configurable only when the Power Management categor y
is set to User Defined. When enabled and after the set time of system
inactivity, the hard disk drive will be powered down while all other
devices remain active.

VGA Active Monitor

Enabled When the system enters the Suspend mode, it will check

the status of the VGA. If the VGA is active, it will not turn
the screen off. If the VGA is inactive, it will turn the screen
off.

Disabled When the system enters the Suspend mode, it will

immediately turn the screen off without checking the
status of the VGA.

Soft-Off by PWR-BTTN

This categor y allows you to select the method of powering off your
system.

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Hold 4 Sec. Regardless of whether the Power Management field

is enabled or disabled, if the power button is pushed
and released in less than 4 sec, the system enters the
Suspend mode. The purpose of this function is to
prevent the system from powering off in case you
accidentally “hit” or pushed the power button. Push
and release again in less than 4 sec to restore.
Pushing the power button for more than 4 seconds
will power off the system.

Instant-Off Pressing and then releasing the power button at

once will immediately power off your system.

PWR Lost Resume State

Keep Off When power returns after an AC power failure, the

system’s power is off. You must press the Power
button to power-on the system.

Tu r n O n When power returns after an AC power failure, the

system will automatically power-on.

Last State When power returns after an AC power failure, the

system will return to the state where you left off before
power failure occurs. If the system’s power is off when
AC power failure occurs, it will remain off when power
returns. If the system’s power is on when AC power
failure occurs, the system will power-on when power
returns.

Resume On Ring

With an external modem installed, the Modem Ring-on function will
allow your system to power-on to respond to incoming calls. By
default, the “Resume on Ring” field is Disabled. To use this function,
please follow the steps below.

1. Make sure the computer system is powered off.

2. Connect the external modem to the COM 1 or COM 2 serial
port.

3. Switch on the power of the external modem.

4. Power-on the computer system. After the memor y test, press
<Del> to enter the Award BIOS setup utility.

5. Select Power Management Setup and press <Enter>.

6. Enable the “Resume on Ring” field.

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7. Press <Esc> to return to the main menu of the Award BIOS
setup utility. Select “Save & Exit Setup” and press <Enter>.

8. Type <Y> and press <Enter>.

Resume On LAN

With a LAN card installed, the Wake-On-LAN function allows the
network to remotely wake up a Soft Power Down (Soft-Off) PC .
However, if your system is in the Suspend mode , you can wake­up the system only through an IRQ or DMA interr upt. Make sure
your LAN card suppor ts the remote wakeup function. To use this
function, set this field to Enabled. Refer to the “Wake-On-LAN
Connector” section in Chapter 2 of this manual for more
information.

Resume On Alarm

Enabled When Enabled, you can s et the date and time you would

like the Soft Power Down (Soft-Off) PC to power-on.
However, if the system is being accessed by incoming calls
or the network (Resume On Ring/LAN) prior to the date
and time set in this field, the system will give priority to
the incoming calls or network. “Date (of Month)” and
“Timer (hh:mm:ss)” will appear right below this field.

Disabled Disables the automatic power -on function. (default)

Date (of Month)

0 The system will power-on ever yday according to the time

set in the “Timer (hh:mm:ss)” field.

1-31 Select a date you would like the system to power-on. The

system will power-on on the set date, and time set in the
“Timer (hh:mm:ss)” field.

Timer (hh:mm:ss)

This is used to set the time you would like the system to power- on.
If you want the system to power-on everyday as set in the “Date (of
Month)” field, the time set in this field must be later than the time of
the RTC in the Standard CMOS Setup.

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Resources Controlled By

The Award Plug and Play BIOS has the capability to automatically
configure all of the boot and Plug and Play compatible devices.

Auto The system will automatically detect the settings for you.

The categories that follow will not be shown on the
screen.

Manual This will allow you to set the IRQ/DMA (you have

assigned your add-in card) to Legacy ISA or PCI/ISA PnP.
For non-PnP ISA cards, select Legacy ISA. For PnP ISA
or PCI cards, select PCI/ISA PnP.

Reset Configuration Data

Enabled The BIOS will reset the configuration data once

automatically. It will then recreate a new set of
configuration data.

Disabled The BIOS will not reset the configuration data.

The settings on the screen are for reference only. Your version may not be
identical to this one.

3.1.5 PNP/PCI Configuration

This section describes configuring the PCI bus system. It covers some
very technical items and it is strongly recommended that only
experienced user s should make any changes to the default settings.

ROM PCI/ISA BIOS

PNP/PCI CONFIGURATION

AWARD SOFTWARE, INC.

Resources Controlled By
Reset Configuration Data

: Auto
: Disabled

ESC
F1
F5
F6
F7

: Quit
: Help
: Old Values
: Load Fail-Safe Settings

: Load Optimal Settings

PU/PD/+/­(Shift) F2

: Select Item
: Modify
: Color

↑ ↓ → ←

Assign IRQ for VGA
Assign IRQ for USB
PCI Slot 1 Use IRQ
PCI Slot 2 Use IRQ
PCI Slot 3 Use IRQ
PCI Slot 4 Use IRQ

: Enabled
: Enabled
: Auto
: Auto
: Auto
: Auto

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Assign IRQ for VGA

When Enabled, the system automatically assigns an IRQ for the VGA
card installed. Your VGA card will need an IRQ only when using the
video capture function of the card. If you are not using this function
and a new device requires an IRQ, you can set this function to
Disabled. The IRQ (previously occupied by the VGA card) will be
available for your new device.

Note:

When Disabled, a “Yellow” mark will appear in Windows 95’s or
Windows 98’s Device Manager.

Assign IRQ for USB

When Enabled, the system automatically assigns an IRQ for the USB
device connected to your system. However, if you are not using USB
devices and an ISA slot requires an IRQ, set this function to Disabled.
The IRQ previously occupied by the USB device will be available for
the ISA slot.

Note:

When Disabled, a “Yellow” mark will appear in Windows 95’s or
Windows 98’s Device Manager.

PCI Slot 1 Use IRQ to PCI Slot 4 Use IRQ

By default, an IRQ is automatically assigned to each PCI slot. You may
also manually assign an IRQ to these slots. The options are: 3, 4, 5, 7,
9, 10, 11, 12, 14 and 15.

3.1.6 Load Fail-Safe Settings

The “Load Fail-Safe Settings” option loads the troubleshooting default
values permanently stored in the ROM chips. These settings are not
optimal and turn off all high performance features. You should use these
values only if you have hardware problems. Highlight this option on the
main menu and press <Enter>. The message below will appear.

Load Fail-Safe Settings (Y/N)? N

If you want to proceed, type <Y> and press <Enter>. The default
settings will be loaded.

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IDE HDD Block Mode

Enabled The IDE HDD uses the block mode . The system BIOS

will check the hard disk drive for the maximum block size
the system can transfer. The block size will depend on the
type of hard disk drive.

Disabled The IDE HDD uses the standard mode.

IDE Primary Master/Slave PIO and IDE Secondary Master/Slave PIO

PIO means Programmed Input/Output. Rather than have the BIOS
issue a series of commands to effect a transfer to or from the disk
drive, PIO allows the BIOS to tell the controller what it wants and
then let the controller and the CPU perform the complete task by

3.1.7 Load Optimal Settings

The “Load Optimal Settings” option loads optimized settings from the
BIOS ROM. Use the Setup default values as standard values for your
system. Highlight this option on the main menu and press <Enter>. The
message below will appear.

Load Optimal Settings (Y/N)? N

Type <Y> and press <Enter> to load the Setup default values.

3.1.8 Integrated Peripherals

The settings on the screen are for reference only. Your version may not be
identical to this one.

ROM PCI/ISA BIOS

INTEGRATED PERIPHERALS

AWARD SOFTWARE, INC.

IDE HDD Block Mode
IDE Primary Master PIO
IDE Primary Slave PIO
IDE Secondary Master PIO
IDE Secondary Slave PIO
IDE Primary Master UDMA
IDE Primary Slave UDMA
IDE Secondary Master UDMA
IDE Secondary Slave UDMA
On-chip Primary PCI IDE
On-chip Secondary PCI IDE
USB Keyboard Support
Init Display First

: Enabled
: Auto
: Auto
: Auto
: Auto
: Auto
: Auto
: Auto
: Auto
: Enabled
: Enabled
: Disabled
: AGP

ESC
F1
F5
F6
F7

: Quit
: Help
: Old Values
: Load Fail-Safe Settings
: Load Optimal Settings

PU/PD/+/­(Shift) F2

: Select Item
: Modify
: Color

↑ ↓ → ←

KBC Input Clock
Onboard FDC Controller
Onboard Serial Port 1
Onboard Serial Port 2
UART2 Mode Select

Onboard Parallel Port
Parallel Port Mode
ECP Mode Use DMA
EPP Mode Select
Keyboard/Mouse Power On

: 8MHz
: Enabled
: 3F8/IRQ4
: 2F8/IRQ3
: Normal

: 378/IRQ7
: ECP+EPP
:3
: EPP1.7
: Disabled

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themselves. Your system suppor ts five modes, 0 (default) to 4, which
primari ly differ in timing. When Auto is selected, the BIOS will select the
best available mode after checking your drive.

Auto The BIOS will automatically set the system according to your

hard disk drive’s timing.

0-4 You can select a mode that matches your hard disk drive’s

timing. Caution: Do not use the wrong setting or you will
have drive errors.

IDE Primary Master/Slave UDMA and IDE Secondary Master/Slave
UDMA

These categories allow you to set the Ultra DMA in use. When Auto
is selected, the BIOS will select the best available option after checking
your hard drive or CD-ROM.

Auto The BIOS will automatically detect the settings for you.
Disabled The BIOS will not detect these categories.

On-Chip Primary PCI IDE and On-Chip Secondary PCI IDE

These categories allow you to enable or disable the primar y and
secondar y IDE controller. The default is Enabled. Select Disabled if you
want to add a different hard drive controller.

USB Keyboard Support

By default, USB Keyboard Suppor t is Disabled. However, if you are
using a USB keyboard under DOS, make sure to enable this function.

Init Display First

This field is used to select whether to initialize AGP or PCI first
when the system boots.

AGP When the system boots, it will first initialize AGP.
PCI Slot When the system boots, it will first initialize PCI.

KBC Input Clock

This is used to select the input clock of your keyboard. The options
are: 8MHz and 12MHz. The default is 8MHz.

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Onboard FDC Controller

Enabled Enables the onboard floppy disk controller.
Disabled Disables the onboard floppy disk controller.

Onboard Serial Port 1 and Onboard Serial Port 2

Auto The system will automatically select an I/O address for the

onboard serial por t 1 and ser ial por t 2.

3F8/IRQ4, 2F8/IRQ3, 3E8/IRQ4, 2E8/IRQ3 Allows you to manually

select an I/O address for the onboard serial port 1 and
serial port 2.

Disabled Disables the onboard serial port 1 and/or ser ial por t 2.

UART2 Mode Select

The system board suppor ts IrDA function for wireless connectivity
between your computer and peripheral devices. You may not use IrDA
(J5) and the COM 2 serial port (J2) at the same time. If you are using
the COM 2 serial por t, make sure “UART2 Mode Select” is set to
Normal.

To use the IrDA function, follow the steps below.

1. Connect your IrDA cable to connector J5 on the system board.

2. Set “UART2 Mode Select” to the type of IrDA standard
suppor ted by your IrDA peripheral/device (IrDA 1.0 or ASKIR).
For better transmission of data, your IrDA peripheral device
must be within a 30o angle and within a distance of 1 meter.

3. The following will appear right after “UART2 Mode Select”.

IR T ransmission Delay

If this option is Enabled, transmission of data will be slower. This is
recommended when you encounter transmission problem with your
device. The options are: Enabled and Disabled.

Onboard Parallel Port

378H/IRQ7, 3BCH/IRQ7, 278H/IRQ5 Selects the I/O address and

IRQ for the onboard parallel por t.

Disabled Disables the onboard parallel port.

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Parallel Port Mode, ECP Mode Use DMA and EPP Mode Select

These fields will appear only if you selected an I/O address and IRQ
in the Onboard Parallel Port field. These apply to a standard
specification and will depend on the type and speed of your device.
Refer to your peripheral’s manual for the best option.

The parallel modes are SPP, EPP, ECP and ECP+EPP. The default is
ECP+EPP. Both “ECP Mode Use DMA” and “EPP Mode Select” will
appear on the screen. If you selected EPP, “EPP Mode Select” will
appear. This field applies to standard specification. The options are
EPP1.9 and EPP1.7. Default setting: EPP1.7. If you selected ECP, “ECP
Mode Use DMA” will appear. This is used to select a DMA channel
for the parallel port. The options are 1 and 3. Default setting: 3.

Keyboard/Mouse Power On

This field allows you to use the keyboard or mouse to power-on the
system. To use this function, make sure JP1 is set to 2-3 On - the
Wake-On-Keyboard/Mouse function enabled. Refer to “Jumper Settings
for Wake-On-Keyboard/Wake-On-Mouse” in Chapter 2 of this manual
for more information.

Disabled Default setting.

Warning:

If JP1 was previously enabled with a password
set in the “KB Power On Password” field, and
now you wish to disable the Wake-On­Keyboard (password) function, make sure to
set this field to disabled prior to setting JP1 to
disabled (1-2 On). You will not be able to boot
up the system if you fail to do so.

Password When this option is selected, the “KB Power On

Password” field will appear. Move the cur sor to this
field and press <Enter>. Enter your password. You can
enter up to 5 characters. Type in exactly the same
password to confirm, then press <Enter>.

Important:

The power button will not function once a
keyboard password has been set in the “KB
Power On Password” field. You must type the
correct password to power-on the system.

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Hot Key When this option is selected, the “KB Power On Hot

Key” field will appear. Move the cursor to this field to
select a function key you would like to use to power­on the system. The options are from Ctr l-F1 to Ctrl ­F12.

Mouse Left When this option is selected, double-click the left but-

ton of the mouse to power-on the system.

Mouse Right When this option is selected, double-click the right

button of the mouse to power-on the system.

Any Key Press any key to power-on the system.
Keyboard 98 When this option is selected, press the “wake up” key

of the Windows 98 compatible keyboard to power­on the system.

3.1.9 Supervisor Password

If you want to protect your system and setup from unauthorized entr y,
set a super visor’s password with the “System” option selected in the
BIOS Features Setup. If you want to protect access to setup only, but
not your system, set a super visor’s password with the “Setup” option
selected in the BIOS Features Setup. You will not be prompted for a
password when you cold boot the system.

Use the arrow keys to highlight the “Supervisor Password” option and
press <Enter>. The message below will appear.

Enter Password:

Type in the password. You are limited to eight char acter s. When done,
the message below will appear :

Confirm Password:

You are asked to verify the password. Type in exactly the same
password. If you type in a wrong password, you will be prompted to
enter the correct password again. To delete or disable the password
function, highlight “Supervisor Password” and press <Enter>, instead of
typing in a new password. Press the <Esc> key to return to the main
menu.

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3.1.11 IDE HDD Auto Detection

Use this option to detect the parameters for the hard disk drives
installed in your system. These par ameter s will then be automatically
entered into the "Standard CMOS Setup". The IDE HDD Auto
Detection screen displays the following categories of information: Size,
Cylinders, Heads, Precomp, LandZone , Sector s and Mode .

ROM PCI/ISA BIOS

CMOS SETUP UTILITY

AWARD SOFTWARE, INC.

HARD DISKS TYPE SIZE CYLS HEAD RECOMP LANDZ SECTOR MODE

Primary Master:

Select Primary Master Option (N=Skip): N
OPTIONS SIZE CYLS HEAD RECOMP LANDZ SECTOR MODE
2 (Y) 853 827 32 0 1653 63 LBA

1 853 1654 16 65535 1653 63 Normal
3 853 827 32 65536 1653 63 Large

Note: Some OS (like SCO-UNIX) must be “NORMAL” for installation

ESC: Skip

The settings on the screen are for reference only. Your version may not be
identical to this one.

3.1.10 User Password

If you want another user to have access only to your system but not
to setup, set a user’s password with the “System” option selected in
the BIOS Features Setup. If you want a user to enter a password when
tr ying to access setup, set a user’s password with the “Setup” option
selected in the BIOS Features Setup.

Using user’s password to enter Setup allows a user to access only the
“User Password” option that appears on the main screen. Access to
all other options is denied. To set, confi rm, verify, disable or delete a
user’s password, follow the procedures described in the section
“Supervisor Password”. If you forget your password, refer to the
procedure described in the same section.

For hard drives larger than 528MB, you would typically select the LBA
type. Certain operating systems require that you select Normal or
Large . Please check your operating system’s manual or Help desk on
which one to select.

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3.1.12 Save & Exit Setup

When all the changes have been made, highlight “Save & Exit Setup”
and press <Enter>. The message below will appear :

Save to CMOS and Exit (Y/N)? N

Type “Y” and press <Enter>. The modifications you have made will be
written into the CMOS memory, and the system will reboot. You will
once again see the initial diagnostics on the screen. If you wish to make
additional changes to the setup, press <Ctrl> <Alt> <Esc>
simultaneously or <Del> after memor y testing is done.

3.1.13 Exit Without Saving

When you do not want to save the changes you have made, highlight
“Exit Without Saving” and press <Enter>. The message below will
appear:

Quit Without Saving (Y/N)? N

Type “Y” and press <Enter>. The system will reboot and you will once
again see the initial diagnostics on the screen. If you wish to make any
changes to the setup, press <Ctr l> <Alt> <Esc> simultaneously or
<Del> after memor y testing is done .

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4.1 Desktop Management Interface (DMI)

The system board comes with a DMI built into the BIOS. DMI, along
with the appropriately networked software, is designed to make
inventory, maintenance and troubleshooting of computer systems easier.
With DMI, a network administrator or MIS engineer can remotely
access some information about a particular computer system without
physically going to it. Quite often a ser vice call may be unnecessar y as
the problem can be solved remotely.

The DMI utility in the BIOS automatically records various information
about your system configuration. Information about the type and speed
of CPU, type and amount of memor y for each memor y slot, BIOS
revision level, types of add-in PCI boards and components, certain
revision numbers of hardware installed, etc. are automatically detected
and stored in the DMI pool, which is a par t of the system board's
Plug and Play BIOS. Additional information, such as ISA based
peripherals, which may not be automatically detected, can be manually
recorded in the DMI pool by using the Add DMI menu. The DMI pool
data is then verified or updated whenever the system hardware or
setup is altered.

4.1.1 Running the DMI Utility

To run the DMI utility, type: DMICFG.EXE. Please contact technical
suppor t or your sales representative for the utility.

The DMI utility must run in real mode with at least 180K of base
memor y. Memory manager s like HIMEM.SYS (required by Windows)
must not be installed. You may do this by using one of the 3 methods
listed below.

1. Boot up from a system diskette without the AUTOEXEC .BAT and
CONFIG.SYS files,

2. “REM” HIMEM.SYS in the CONFIG.SYS, or

3. Press <F5> during bootup to bypass your AUTOEXEC .BAT and
CONFIG.SYS files.

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4.1.2 Using the DMI Utility

The four menus located on top of the DMI Configuration Utility screen
are Edit DMI, Add DMI, Load DMI File and Save DMI File. Use the
← or → (left or right) arrow keys to select a menu from the Menu
bar.

On the left side of the screen is a list of the system configuration items.
Use the ↑ or ↓ (up or down) arrow keys to select an item.

The commands at the bottom of the screen will allow you to navigate
through the various setup menus.

Edit DMI

1. Use the ← or → arrow keys to select the Edit DMI menu.

2. Highlight the item on the left screen that you would like to edit
by using the ↑ or ↓ arrow keys, then press <Enter>.

3. The cur sor will move to the screen you select allowing you to edit
information. The screen will also display the auto-detected
information.

4. Press <F10> to update the edited information into the flash ROM.

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Move cursor ENTER-Accept DEL-Delete ESC-Abort&Exit

↑ ↓ ↑ ↓

↑ ↓ ↑ ↓

↑ ↓

←←

←←

←

→→

→→

→

Award DMI Configuration Utility Copyright Award Software Inc, 1996

[Edit DMI] [Add DMI] [Load DMI File] [Save DMI File]

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BIOS

System

Enclosure/Chassis

Processor

Memory Controller

Memory Module
Memory Module
Memory Module
Memory Module

Cache

Cache
Port Connector
Port Connector
Port Connector
Port Connector
Port Connector
Port Connector
Port Connector

System Slots

*** BIOS Auto Detect ***

Type : BIOS Information
Handle : 0000

Vendor Name :
BIOS Version :
BIOS Starting Address Segment : E000
BIOS Build Date :
BIOS Characteristics :
Size of BIOS ROM : 0256K

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Add DMI

1. Use the ← or → arrow keys to select the Add DMI menu.

2. Highlight the item on the left screen that you would like to add
by using the ↑ or ↓ arrow keys, then press <Enter>.

3. The cursor will move to the screen you select allowing you to enter
information about the added item.

4. Press <F10> to save information into the flash ROM.

To view information about the added items, go to the Edit DMI menu.

Load DMI File

1. Use the ← or → arrow keys to select the Load DMI File menu.

2. The following message will appear.

Press [Enter] to select DMI file for load

Press <Enter>.

3. The DMI files will appear on the screen. Select the file you would
like to load and press <Enter>.

4. The following message will appear.

Do you want to execute? (Y/N)

Type <Y>. All previous DMI structures will be destroyed and the
new file will be saved into the flash ROM.

Save DMI File

1. Use the ← or → arrow keys to select the Save DMI File menu.

2. The following message will appear.

Press [Enter] to select DMI file for save

Press <Enter>.

3. Enter the director y and filename under which you would like the
DMI file saved.

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4.2 Hardware Doctor Utility

The system board comes with a Hardware Doctor utility contained
in the provided CD. This utility is capable of monitoring the system’s
“health” conditions and allows you to manually set a range (Highest
and Lowest Limit) to the items being monitored. If the settings/
values are over or under the set range, a warning message will pop­up. The utility can also be configured so that a beeping alarm will
sound whenever an error occur s. We recommend that you use the
“Default Setting” which is the ideal setting that would keep the
system in good working condition.

Note:

Use this utility only in Windows

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95, Windows

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98 and

Windows NT

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4.0.

To install the utility, insert the CD (included in the system board
package) into a CD-ROM drive. The autorun screen will appear.
Double-click the Hardware Doctor icon to install the utility. After
installing the utility, the screen below will appear.

(Click here for a clearer view of the screen)

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Enable

Click on the items you want to be monitored.

Faults Count (1 or 3)

This allows you to select the number of fault counts detected before
a warning message pop-up. "1" = The warning message will pop-up
once an error has been detected. "3" = The warning message will
pop-up after the error has been detected thrice.

The rightmost column of the screen shows the current value of each
monitored item. To set the highest and lowest limit of each item, click
on the arrow buttons in the “Lowest Limit” or “Highest Limit”
column. However, we DO NOT recommend that you change the
settings of the Voltages. Make sure to leave them in their default
setting.

To further configure the utility, select “Configuration” in the Tools
menu. The Monitoring Config. screen will appear.

(Click here for a clearer view of the screen)

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Beep

Besides the pop-up warning message, you can choose to enable
the beep alarm so that if an abnormal condition occurs, an alarm
will sound. Due to its hardware limitation, the only item that
cannot be enabled is “System Temp”. If the inter nal temperature of
the system is too high, only a warning message will pop-up.

Temperature Unit

You can select the temperature unit between Celsius and
Fahrenheit. The default unit is Celsius.

Polling Interval

This is used to set the interval for monitoring the system. The
range is from 1 sec. to 120 sec. The default inter val is 2 sec.

4.3 Patch Utility for Windows® 95

The CD included in the system board package also contains a
patch utility. If you are running Windows 95 (Win95, Win95+,
Win95 OSR1: Windows 95 OEM Service Release 1, Win95
OSR2: Windows 95 OEM Service Release 2.0 or Win95 OSR2.1:
Windows 95 OEM Service Release 2.0 plus USB Supplement),
you need to run the patch utility.

Important:

1. You must install this utility in Windows 95 prior to installing
any PCI/ISA drivers.

2. Windows 98 does not require the patch utiltiy; therefore
DO NOT install it in this operating system.

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When the BIOS encounters an error that requires the user to
correct something, either a beep code will sound or a message will
be displayed in a box in the middle of the screen and the message,
PRESS F1 TO CONTINUE, CTRL-ALT-ESC or DEL TO ENTER
SETUP, will be shown in the information box at the bottom. Enter
Setup to correct the error.

A.1 POST Beep

There are two kinds of beep codes in the BIOS. One code
indicates that a video error has occured and the BIOS cannot
initialize the video screen to display any additional information. This
beep code consists of a single long beep followed by three short
beeps. The other code indicates that a DRAM error has occured.
This beep code consists of a single long beep.

A.2 Error Messages

One or more of the following messages may be displayed if the
BIOS detects an error during the POST. This list indicates the error
messages for all Awards BIOSes:

CMOS BATTERY HAS FAILED

The CMOS batter y is no longer functional. It should be replaced.

Caution:

Danger of explosion if batter y incorrectly replaced. Replace only
with the same or equivalent type recommended by the
manufacturer. Dispose of used batteries according to the
batter y manufacturer’s instr uctions.

CMOS CHECKSUM ERROR

Checksum of CMOS is incorrect. This can indicate that CMOS has
become corrupt. This error may have been caused by a weak
batter y. Check the battery and replace if necessar y.

DISPLAY SWITCH IS SET INCORRECTLY

The display switch on the motherboard can be set to either
monochrome or color. This indicates the switch is set to a different

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setting than indicated in Setup. Determine which setting is correct,
either turn off the system and change the jumper or enter Setup
and change the VIDEO selection.

FLOPPY DISK(S) fail (80)

Unable to reset floppy subsystem.

FLOPPY DISK(S) fail (40)

Floppy type mismatch.

Hard Disk(s) fail (80)

HDD reset failed.

Hard Disk(s) fail (40)

HDD controller diagnostics failed.

Hard Disk(s) fail (20)

HDD initialization error.

Hard Disk(s) fail (10)

Unable to recalibrate fixed disk.

Hard Disk(s) fail (08)

Sector V erify failed.

Keyboard is locked out - Unlock the key

The BIOS detects that the keyboard is locked. Keyboard controller
is pulled low.

Keyboard error or no keyboard present

Cannot initialize the keyboard. Make sure the keyboard is attached
correctly and no keys are being pressed during the boot.

Manufacturing POST loop

System will repeat POST procedure infinitely while the keyboard
controller is pull low. This is also used for the M/B burn in test at
the factor y.

BIOS ROM checksum error - System halted

The checksum of ROM address F0000H-FFFFFH is bad.

Memory test fail

The BIOS repor ts memor y test fail if the memory has er ror(s).

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B.1 Troubleshooting Checklist

This chapter of the manual is designed to help you with problems
that you may encounter with your personal computer. To efficiently
troubleshoot your system, treat each problem individually. This is to
ensure an accurate diagnosis of the problem in case a problem has
multiple causes.

Some of the most common things to check when you encounter
problems while using your system are listed below.

1. The power switch of each peripheral device is turned on.

2. All cables and power cords are tightly connected.

3. The electrical outlet to which your peripheral devices are
connected is working. Test the outlet by plugging in a lamp or
other electrical device.

4. The monitor is turned on.

5. The display’s brightness and contrast controls are adjusted
properly.

6. All add-in boards in the expansion slots are seated securely.

7. Any add-in board you have installed is designed for your system
and is set up correctly.

Monitor/Display

If the display screen remains dark after the system is turned on:

1. Make sure that the monitor’s power switch is on.

2. Check that one end of the monitor’s power cord is properly
attached to the monitor and the other end is plugged into a
working AC outlet. If necessary, try another outlet.

3. Check that the video input cable is properly attached to the
monitor and the system’s display adapter.

4. Adjust the brightness of the display by turning the monitor’s
brightness control knob.

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The picture seems to be constantly moving.

1. The monitor has lost its ver tical sync . Adjust the monitor’s vertical
sync.

2. Move away any objects, such as another monitor or fan, that
may be creating a magnetic field around the display.

3. Make sure your video card’s output frequencies are suppor ted
by this monitor.

The screen seems to be constantly wavering.

1. If the monitor is close to another monitor, the adjacent monitor
may need to be turned off. Fluorescent lights adjacent to the
monitor may also cause screen wavering.

Power Supply

When the computer is turned on, nothing happens.

1. Check that one end of the AC power cord is plugged into a live
outlet and the other end properly plugged into the back of the
system.

2. Make sure that the voltage selection switch on the back panel is
set for the correct type of voltage you are using.

3. The power cord may have a “shor t” or “open”. Inspect the cord
and install a new one if necessar y.

Floppy Drive

The computer cannot access the floppy drive.

1. The floppy diskette may not be formatted. Format the diskette
and tr y again.

2. The diskette may be write-protected. Use a diskette that is not
write-protected.

3. You may be writing to the wrong drive. Check the path
statement to make sure you are writing to the targeted drive.

4. There is not enough space left on the diskette. Use another
diskette with adequate storage space.

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Hard Drive

Hard disk failure.

1. Make sure the correct drive type for the hard disk drive has
been entered in the BIOS.

2. If the system is configured with two hard drives, make sure the
bootable (first) hard drive is configured as Master and the
second hard drive is configured as Slave. The master hard dr ive
must have an active/bootable par tition.

Excessively long formatting period.

1. If your hard drive takes an excessively long period of time to
format, it is likely a cable connection problem. However, if your
hard drive has a large capacity, it will take a longer time to
format.

Parallel Port

The parallel printer doesn’t respond when you tr y to print.

1. Make sure that your printer is turned on and that the printer is
on-line.

2. Make sure your software is configured for the right type of
printer attached.

3. Ver ify that the onboard LPT por t’s I/O address and IRQ settings
are configured correctly.

4. Ve rify that the attached device works by attaching it to a par allel
port that is working and configured correctly. If it works, the
printer can be assumed to be in good condition. If the printer
remains inoperative, replace the printer cable and try again.

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Serial Port

The serial device (modem, printer) doesn’t output anything or is
outputting garbled characters.

1. Make sure that the serial device’s power is turned on and that
the device is on-line.

2. Verify that the device is plugged into the correct serial port on
the rear of the computer.

3. Verify that the attached serial device works by attaching it to a
serial por t that is working and configured correctly. If the serial
device does not work, either the cable or the serial device has a
problem. If the serial device wor ks, the problem may be due to
the onboard I/O or the address setting.

4. Make sure the COM settings and I/O address are configured
correctly.

Keyboard

Nothing happens when a key on the keyboard was pressed.

1. Make sure the keyboard is properly connected.

2. Make sure there are no objects resting on the keyboard and
that no keys are pressed during the booting process.

System Board

1. Make sure the add-in card is seated securely in the expansion
slot. If the add-in card is loose, power off the system, re-install
the card and power up the system.

2. Check the jumper settings to ensure that the jumpers are
proper ly set.

3. Verify that all memory modules are seated securely into the
memor y sockets.

4. Make sure the memor y modules are in the correct locations.

5. If the board fails to function, place the board on a flat surface
and seat all socketed components. Gently press each component
into the socket.

6. If you made changes to the BIOS settings, re-enter setup and
load the BIOS defaults.