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Motherboard

A8V-E

Deluxe

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First Edition

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December 2004

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Contents

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

Safety information ............................................................................ viii

About this guide ................................................................................. ix

How this guide is organized .................................................... ix

Where to find more information .............................................. ix

Conventions used in this guide ................................................ x

Typography .......................................................................................... x

A8V-E Deluxe specifications summary ............................................... xi

Chapter 1: Product introductionChapter 1: Product introduction

Chapter 1: Product introduction

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

1.2 Package contents ................................................................. 1-1

1.3 Special features .................................................................... 1-2

1.3.1 Product highlights................................................... 1-2

1.3.2 ASUS Proactive features ........................................ 1-4

1.3.3 Innovative ASUS features ....................................... 1-5

Chapter 2: Hardware informationChapter 2: Hardware information

Chapter 2: Hardware information

2.1 Before you proceed .............................................................. 2-1

2.2 Motherboard overview .......................................................... 2-2

2.2.1 Placement direction ................................................ 2-2

2.2.2 Screw holes ............................................................ 2-2

2.2.3 Motherboard layout ................................................ 2-3

2.2.4 Layout Contents ..................................................... 2-4

2.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU) .............................................. 2-6

2.3.1 Overview ................................................................. 2-6

2.3.2 Installling the CPU ................................................... 2-6

2.3.3 Installing the heatsink and fan ................................ 2-8

2.4 System memory ................................................................. 2-10

2.4.1 Overview ............................................................... 2-10

2.4.2 Memory Configurations ......................................... 2-11

2.4.3 Installing a DIMM ................................................... 2-13

2.4.4 Removing a DIMM ................................................. 2-13

2.5 Expansion slots ................................................................... 2-14

2.5.1 Installing an expansion card .................................. 2-14

2.5.2 Configuring an expansion card.............................. 2-14

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2.5.3 Interrupt assignments .......................................... 2-17

2.5.4 PCI slots ................................................................ 2-18

2.5.5 PCI Express x16 slot ............................................. 2-18

2.5.6 PCI Express x1 slot ............................................... 2-18

2.6 Jumpers .............................................................................. 2-19

2.7 Connectors ......................................................................... 2-22

2.7.1 Rear panel connectors .......................................... 2-22

2.7.2 Internal connectors............................................... 2-24

Chapter 3: Powering upChapter 3: Powering up

Chapter 3: Powering up

3.1 Starting up for the first time................................................ 3-1

3.2 Powering off the computer .................................................. 3-2

3.2.1 Using the OS shut down function ........................... 3-2

3.2.2 Using the dual function power switch .................... 3-2

3.3 ASUS POST Reporter™ .......................................................... 3-3

3.3.1 Vocal POST messages ............................................ 3-3

3.3.2 Winbond Voice Editor ............................................. 3-5

Chapter 4: BIOS setupChapter 4: BIOS setup

Chapter 4: BIOS setup

4.1 Managing and updating your BIOS ........................................ 4-1

4.1.1 Creating a bootable floppy disk .............................. 4-1

4.1.2 Updating the BIOS .................................................. 4-2

4.1.3 Saving the current BIOS file .................................... 4-4

4.1.4 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 2 utility ................................ 4-5

4.1.5 ASUS EZ Flash utility .............................................. 4-7

4.1.6 ASUS Update utility ................................................ 4-8

4.2 BIOS setup program ........................................................... 4-11

4.2.1 BIOS menu screen ................................................. 4-12

4.2.2 Menu bar ............................................................... 4-12

4.2.3 Legend bar ........................................................... 4-13

4.2.4 Menu items ........................................................... 4-13

4.2.5 Sub-menu items ................................................... 4-13

4.2.6 Configuration fields .............................................. 4-13

4.2.8 General help .......................................................... 4-14

4.2.7 Pop-up window ..................................................... 4-14

Contents

4.3 Main menu .......................................................................... 4-15

4.3.1 System Time ......................................................... 4-15

4.3.2 System Date ......................................................... 4-15

4.3.3 Language .............................................................. 4-15

4.3.4 Legacy Diskette A ................................................ 4-15

4.3.5 Primary and Secondary IDE Master/Slave ............. 4-16

4.3.6 Installed Memory .................................................. 4-17

4.4 Advanced menu .................................................................. 4-18

4.4.1 CPU Configuration ................................................. 4-18

4.4.2 Chipset ................................................................. 4-19

4.4.3 PCI PnP ................................................................. 4-21

4.4.4 Onboard Devices Configuration ............................ 4-23

4.4.5 USB Configuration................................................. 4-25

4.4.6 JumperFree Configuration .................................... 4-26

4.4.7 LAN Cable Status ................................................. 4-30

4.4.8 PEG Link Mode ...................................................... 4-30

4.4.9 Speech Configuration ........................................... 4-31

4.4.10 Instant Music ........................................................ 4-32

4.5 Power menu ........................................................................ 4-33

4.5.1 ACPI Suspend Type............................................... 4-33

4.5.2 ACPI APIC Support ................................................ 4-33

4.5.3 APM Configuration ................................................ 4-34

4.5.4 Hardware Monitor ................................................. 4-36

4.6 Boot menu .......................................................................... 4-37

4.6.1 Boot Device Priority .............................................. 4-38

4.6.2 Removable Drives ................................................. 4-38

4.6.3 Hard Disk Drives ................................................... 4-39

4.6.4 CDROM Drives ....................................................... 4-39

4.6.5 Boot Settings Configuration ................................. 4-40

4.6.6 Security ................................................................ 4-42

4.7 Exit menu ........................................................................... 4-44

Chapter 5: Software supportChapter 5: Software support

Chapter 5: Software support

5.1 Installing an operating system ............................................. 5-1

5.2 Support CD information ........................................................ 5-1

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5.2.1 Running the support CD ......................................... 5-1

5.2.2 Drivers menu .......................................................... 5-2

5.2.3 Utilities menu .......................................................... 5-4

5.2.4 ASUS Contact information ...................................... 5-6

5.2.5 Other information ................................................... 5-6

5.3 Software information ........................................................... 5-9

5.3.1 ASUS MyLogo2™ .................................................... 5-9

5.3.2 AI NET 2 ............................................................... 5-11

Using the Virtual Cable Tester™ ........................... 5-11

5.3.3 Audio configurations ............................................ 5-12

5.4 RAID configurations ............................................................ 5-18

5.4.1 Installing hard disks .............................................. 5-18

5.4.2 VIA RAID configurations ....................................... 5-19

5.5 Creating a RAID driver disk ................................................. 5-26

5.6 Cool ‘n’ Quiet!™ Technology ............................................... 5-27

5.6.1 Enabling Cool ‘n’ Quiet!™ Technology ................... 5-27

5.6.2 Launching the Cool ‘n’ Quiet!™ software .............. 5-28

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Notices

Federal Communications Commission StatementFederal Communications Commission Statement

Federal Communications Commission Statement

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the

following two conditions:

•

This device may not cause harmful interference, and

•

This device must accept any interference received including interference

that may cause undesired operation.

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a

Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are

designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a

residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio

frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with

manufacturer’s instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio

communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not

occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful

interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by

turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the

interference by one or more of the following measures:

•

Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

•

Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

•

Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from that to

which the receiver is connected.

•

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

The use of shielded cables for connection of the monitor to the graphics

card is required to assure compliance with FCC regulations. Changes or

modifications to this unit not expressly approved by the party

responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate

this equipment.

FCC RF Radiation Exposure StatementFCC RF Radiation Exposure Statement

FCC RF Radiation Exposure Statement

This equipment complies with the FCC RF radiation exposure limits set forth for

an uncontrolled environment. This equipment should be installed and operated

with a mininum distance of 20 cm between the radiator and your body.

Canadian Department of Communications StatementCanadian Department of Communications Statement

Canadian Department of Communications Statement

This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for radio noise

emissions from digital apparatus set out in the Radio Interference Regulations

of the Canadian Department of Communications.

This class B digital apparatus complies with CanadianThis class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian

This class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian

ICES-003.ICES-003.

ICES-003.

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Safety information

Electrical safetyElectrical safety

Electrical safety

•

To prevent electrical shock hazard, disconnect the power cable from

the electrical outlet before relocating the system.

•

When adding or removing devices to or from the system, ensure that

the power cables for the devices are unplugged before the signal cables

are connected. If possible, disconnect all power cables from the existing

system before you add a device.

•

Before connecting or removing signal cables from the motherboard,

ensure that all power cables are unplugged.

•

Seek professional assistance before using an adapter or extension cord.

These devices could interrupt the grounding circuit.

•

Make sure that your power supply is set to the correct voltage in your

area. If you are not sure about the voltage of the electrical outlet you

are using, contact your local power company.

•

If the power supply is broken, do not try to fix it by yourself. Contact a

qualified service technician or your retailer.

Operation safetyOperation safety

Operation safety

•

Before installing the motherboard and adding devices on it, carefully read

all the manuals that came with the package.

•

Before using the product, make sure all cables are correctly connected

and the power cables are not damaged. If you detect any damage,

contact your dealer immediately.

•

To avoid short circuits, keep paper clips, screws, and staples away from

connectors, slots, sockets and circuitry.

•

Avoid dust, humidity, and temperature extremes. Do not place the

product in any area where it may become wet.

•

Place the product on a stable surface.

•

If you encounter technical problems with the product, contact a qualified

service technician or your retailer.

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About this guide

This user guide contains the information you need when installing and

configuring the motherboard.

How this guide is organizedHow this guide is organized

How this guide is organized

This manual contains the following parts:

••

•Chapter 1: Product introductionChapter 1: Product introduction

Chapter 1: Product introductionChapter 1: Product introduction

Chapter 1: Product introduction

This chapter describes the features of the motherboard and the new

technology it supports.

••

•Chapter 2: Hardware informationChapter 2: Hardware information

Chapter 2: Hardware informationChapter 2: Hardware information

Chapter 2: Hardware information

This chapter lists the hardware setup procedures that you have to

perform when installing system components. It includes description of

the switches, jumpers, and connectors on the motherboard.

••

•Chapter 3: Powering upChapter 3: Powering up

Chapter 3: Powering upChapter 3: Powering up

Chapter 3: Powering up

This chapter describes the power up sequence, the vocal POST

messages, and ways of shutting down the system.

••

•Chapter 4: BIOS setupChapter 4: BIOS setup

Chapter 4: BIOS setupChapter 4: BIOS setup

Chapter 4: BIOS setup

This chapter tells how to change system settings through the BIOS

Setup menus. Detailed descriptions of the BIOS parameters are also

provided.

••

•Chapter 5: Software supportChapter 5: Software support

Chapter 5: Software supportChapter 5: Software support

Chapter 5: Software support

This chapter describes the contents of the support CD that comes

with the motherboard package.

Where to find more informationWhere to find more information

Where to find more information

Refer to the following sources for additional information and for product

and software updates.

1.1.

1. ASUS websitesASUS websites

ASUS websitesASUS websites

ASUS websites

The ASUS website provides updated information on ASUS hardware

and software products. Refer to the ASUS contact information.

2.2.

2. Optional documentationOptional documentation

Optional documentationOptional documentation

Optional documentation

Your product package may include optional documentation, such as

warranty flyers, that may have been added by your dealer. These

documents are not part of the standard package.

Conventions used in this guideConventions used in this guide

Conventions used in this guide

To make sure that you perform certain tasks properly, take note of the

following symbols used throughout this manual.

Typography

DANGER/WARNING: DANGER/WARNING:

DANGER/WARNING: Information to prevent injury to yourself

when trying to complete a task.

CAUTION:CAUTION:

CAUTION: Information to prevent damage to the components

when trying to complete a task.

NOTE: NOTE:

NOTE: Tips and additional information to help you complete a

task.

IMPORTANT: IMPORTANT:

IMPORTANT: Instructions that you MUST follow to complete a

task.

Bold textBold text

Bold text Indicates a menu or an item to select

Italics

Used to emphasize a word or a phrase

<Key> Keys enclosed in the less-than and greater-than sign means

that you must press the enclosed key

Example: <Enter> means that you must press the Enter or

Return key

<Key1+Key2+Key3> If you must press two or more keys simultaneously, the

key names are linked with a plus sign (+)

Example: <Ctrl+Alt+D>

Command Means that you must type the command exactly as shown,

then supply the required item or value enclosed in

brackets

Example: At the DOS prompt, type the command line:

afudos /i[filename]

afudos /iA8V-E.ROM

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CPUCPU

CPU

ChipsetChipset

Chipset

System BusSystem Bus

System Bus

MemoryMemory

Memory

Expansion slotsExpansion slots

Expansion slots

StorageStorage

Storage

AI AudioAI Audio

AI Audio

Wireless LANWireless LAN

Wireless LAN

LANLAN

LAN

IEEE 1394IEEE 1394

IEEE 1394

USBUSB

USB

Socket 939 for AMD Athlon™ 64FX/AMD Athlon™ 64

processor

Supports AMD 64 architecture that enables simultaneous

32-bit and 64-bit architecture

Supports AMD Cool ‘n’ Quiet! Technology

Northbridge: VIA

K8T890

Southbridge: VIA

VT8237R

2000 MT/s

Dual-channel memory architecture

4 x 184-pin DIMM sockets support ECC/non-ECC

unbufferred 400/333/266 MHz DDR memory modules

Supports up to 4 GB system memory

1 x PCI Express x16 slot for discrete graphics card

2 x PCI Express x1 slots

3 x PCI slots

VIA

VT8237R Southbridge supports:

-2 x Ultra DMA 133/100/66/33

-2 x Serial ATA with RAID 0 and RAID 1

Realtek

ALC850 8-channel CODEC

1 x Coaxial S/PDIF out port

1 x Optical S/PDIF out port

Supports Audio Sensing and Enumeration Technology

WiFi-g™ wireless solution provides:

- support for IEEE 802.11g/b standard

- up to 54Mbps wireless data transmission

- Software Access Point (Soft AP) feature on

Windows

XP and 2003 Server

Marvell

88E8053 PCI Express™ Gigabit LAN controller

Supports Marvell

Virtual Cable Tester technology

Supports POST Network-diagnostic program

T1 TSB43AB22A 1394a controller supports:

- 1 x IEEE 1394 internal connector

- 1 x IEEE 1394 port

Supports up to 8 USB 2.0 ports

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AI OverclockingAI Overclocking

AI Overclocking

Special featuresSpecial features

Special features

BIOS featuresBIOS features

BIOS features

Rear panelRear panel

Rear panel

InternalInternal

Internal

connectorsconnectors

connectors

ASUS AI Overclocking (Intelligent CPU frequency tuner)

ASUS C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall)

ASUS JumperFree

CPU, Memory, and chipset voltage adjustable

Stepless Frequency Selection(SFS) from 200 MHz up

to 400 MHz at 1 MHz increment

ASUS Wi-Fi@HOME

ASUS Post Reporter™

ASUS Q-Fan2

ASUS CrashFree BIOS 2

ASUS Multi-language BIOS

ASUS MyLogo2

ASUS Instant Music

4 MB Flash ROM, Phoenix-Award BIOS, PnP, DMI2.0,

WfM2.0, SM BIOS 2.3

1 x Parallel port

1 x IEEE 1394 port

1 x LAN (RJ-45) port

1 x WiFi-g™ antenna port

1 x Wireless LAN LED

4 x USB 2.0 ports

1 x Optical S/PDIF out port

1 x Coaxial S/PDIF out port

1 x PS/2 keyboard port

1 x PS/2 mouse port

8-channel audio port

1 x Floppy disk drive connector

2 x IDE connectors

2 x Serial ATA connectors

1 x CPU fan connector

1 x Power fan connector

2 x Chassis fan connector

1 x Serial port connector (COM port)

1 x 24-pin ATX power connector

1 x 4-pin ATX 12 V power connector

2 x USB 2.0 connectors for 4 additional USB 2.0 ports

1 x Internal audio connectors

1 x IEEE 1394 connector

1 x GAME/MIDI connector

1 x Chassis intrusion connector

1 x Front panel audio connector

System panel connector

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PowerPower

Power

RequirementRequirement

Requirement

Form FactorForm Factor

Form Factor

Support CDSupport CD

Support CD

contentscontents

contents

ATX power supply (with 24-pin and 4-pin 12 V plugs)

ATX 12 V 2.0 compliant

ATX form factor: 12 in x 9.6 in (30.5 cm x 24.4 cm)

Device drivers

ASUS PC Probe

ASUS Live Update Utility

Antivirus software (OEM version)

WiFi-g™ One-touch wizard

*Specifications are subject to change without notice.

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Product

introduction

This chapter describes the motherboard

features and the new technologies

it supports.

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ASUS A8V-E Deluxe

Chapter summary

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

1.2 Package contents ................................................................. 1-1

1.3 Special features .................................................................... 1-2

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1.1 Welcome!

Thank you for buying an ASUSThank you for buying an ASUS

Thank you for buying an ASUS

®®

A8V-E Deluxe motherboard! A8V-E Deluxe motherboard!

A8V-E Deluxe motherboard!

The motherboard delivers a host of new features and latest technologies,

making it another standout in the long line of ASUS quality motherboards!

Before you start installing the motherboard, and hardware devices on it,

check the items in your package with the list below.

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

1.2 Package contents

Check your motherboard package for the following items.

MotherboardMotherboard

Motherboard ASUS A8V-E Deluxe motherboard

I/O modulesI/O modules

I/O modules IEEE1394 (1 port) module

Serial port module (COM port)

USB 2.0 (2 ports) and GAME (1 port) module

CablesCables

Cables 2 x Serial ATA signal cables

1 x Serial ATA power cables (dual plugs)

2 x Ultra DMA/133 cables

40-conductor IDE cable

Floppy disk drive cable

AccessoriesAccessories

Accessories Dipolar wireless LAN antenna

I/O shield

Application CDsApplication CDs

Application CDs ASUS motherboard support CD

InterVideo

WinDVD Suite

DocumentationDocumentation

Documentation User guide

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Chapter 1: Product introduction

1.3 Special features

1.3.11.3.1

1.3.1 Product highlightsProduct highlights

Product highlightsProduct highlights

Product highlights

Latest processor technology Latest processor technology

Latest processor technology

The AMD Athlon™ 64FX and Athlon™ 64 desktop processors are based on

AMD’s 64-bit and 32-bit architecture, which represents the landmark

introduction of the industry’s first x86-64 technology. These processors

provide a dramatic leap forward in compatibility, performance, investment

protection, and reduced total cost of ownership and development.

See page 2-6.

HyperTransport™ Technology HyperTransport™ Technology

HyperTransport™ Technology

HyperTransport™ Technology is a high-speed, low latency, point-to-point

link designed to increase the communication speed between integrated

circuits in computers, networking and telecommunicatons equipment up to

48 times faster than other existing technologies.

AMD Cool ‘n’ Quiet!™ Technology AMD Cool ‘n’ Quiet!™ Technology

AMD Cool ‘n’ Quiet!™ Technology

The motherboard supports the AMD Cool ‘n’ Quiet!™ Technology that

dynamically and automatically changes the CPU speed, voltage and amount

of power depending on the task the CPU performs. See pages 4-18 and

5-27 for details.

Dual Channel DDR memory support Dual Channel DDR memory support

Dual Channel DDR memory support

Employing the Double Data Rate (DDR) memory technology, the

motherboard supports up to 4GB of system memory using DDR400/333/

266 DIMMs. The ultra-fast 400MHz memory bus delivers the required

bandwidth for the latest 3D graphics, multimedia, and Internet applications.

See page 2-10.

Serial ATA technology with RAID 0/1 support Serial ATA technology with RAID 0/1 support

Serial ATA technology with RAID 0/1 support

The motherboard supports the Serial ATA technology through the Serial ATA

interfaces. The SATA specification allows for thinner, more flexible cables

with lower pin count, reduced voltage requirement, and up to 150 MB/s data

transfer rate. With the VIA VT8237R RAID controller onboard, the

motherboard supports RAID 0 and RAID 1 configuration using Serial ATA

hard disk drives. See pages 2-25 and 5-18 for details.

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PCI Express™ interface PCI Express™ interface

PCI Express™ interface

The motherboard fully supports PCI Express, the latest I/O interconnect

technology that speeds up the PCI bus. PCI Express features point-to-point

serial interconnections between devices and allows higher clockspeeds by

carrying data in packets. This high speed interface is software compatible with

existing PCI specifications. See page 2-18 for details.

AI Audio technology AI Audio technology

AI Audio technology

The motherboard supports 8-channel audio through the onboard ALC850

CODEC with 16-bit DAC, a stereo 16-bit ADC, and an AC97 2.3 compatible

multi-channel audio designed for PC multimedia systems. It also provides

Jack-Sensing function, S/PDIF out support, interrupt capability and includes

the Realtek

proprietary UAJ

(Universal Audio Jack) technology. See pages

2-22, 2-23 and 5-12 for details.

S/PDIF digital sound ready S/PDIF digital sound ready

S/PDIF digital sound ready

The motherboard supports the S/PDIF In/Out function through the S/PDIF

interfaces on the rear panel and at midboard. The S/PDIF technology turns

your computer into a high-end entertainment system with digital connectivity

to powerful audio and speaker systems. See page 2-23 for details.

IEEE 1394a support IEEE 1394a support

IEEE 1394a support

The IEEE 1394a interface provides high-speed and flexible PC connectivity

to a wide range of peripherals and devices compliant to the IEEE 1394a

standard. The IEEE 1394a interface allows up to 400 Mbps transfer rates

through simple, low-cost, high-bandwidth asynchronous (real-time) data

interfacing between computers, peripherals, and consumer electronic

devices such as camcorders, VCRs, printers, TVs, and digital cameras. See

pages 2-22 and 2-30 for details.

USB 2.0 technology USB 2.0 technology

USB 2.0 technology

The motherboard implements the Universal Serial Bus (USB) 2.0

specification, dramatically increasing the connection speed from the

12 Mbps bandwidth on USB 1.1 to a fast 480 Mbps on USB 2.0. USB 2.0 is

backward compatible with USB 1.1. See pages 2-23, 2-27 and 4-25 for

details.

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Chapter 1: Product introductionChapter 1: Product introduction

Chapter 1: Product introduction

1.3.21.3.2

1.3.2 ASUS Proactive featuresASUS Proactive features

ASUS Proactive featuresASUS Proactive features

ASUS Proactive features

ASUS WiFi-g™ ASUS WiFi-g™

ASUS WiFi-g™

ASUS WiFi-g™ is an IEEE 802.11g-compliant wireless LAN adapter that

allows data transmission of up to 54 Mbps using the 2.4 GHz frequency

band. ASUS provides full software application support and a user-friendly wizard

to help you set up your wireless local area network effortlessly. The ASUS

WiFi-g™ is backward compatible with IEEE 802.11b devices. See page 2-23.

AI NOS™ (Non-Delay Overclocking System) AI NOS™ (Non-Delay Overclocking System)

AI NOS™ (Non-Delay Overclocking System)

ASUS Non-delay Overclocking System™ (NOS) is a technology that

auto-detects the CPU loading and dynamically overclocks the CPU speed

only when needed. See page 4-26 for details.

AI NET 2 AI NET 2

AI NET 2

AI NET 2 is a BIOS-based diagnostic tool that detects and reports Ethernet

cable faults and shorts. With this utility, you can easily monitor the

condition of the Ethernet cable(s) connected to the LAN (RJ-45) port(s).

During the bootup process, AI NET 2 immediately diagnoses the LAN

cable(s) and reports shorts and faults up to 100 meters at 1 meter

accuracy. See pages 4-30 and 5-11 for details.

Temperature, fan, and voltage monitoringTemperature, fan, and voltage monitoring

Temperature, fan, and voltage monitoring

The CPU temperature is monitored by the ASIC (integrated in the Winbond

Super I/O) to prevent overheating and damage. The system fan rotations

per minute (RPM) is monitored for timely failure detection. The ASIC

monitors the voltage levels to ensure stable supply of current for critical

components. See section “4.5.4 Hardware Monitor” on page 4-36.

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1.3.31.3.3

1.3.3 Innovative ASUS featuresInnovative ASUS features

Innovative ASUS featuresInnovative ASUS features

Innovative ASUS features

Precision Tweaker Precision Tweaker

Precision Tweaker

Designed for overclocking aficionados, this feature allows you to gradually

increase the CPU and memory voltage to achieve maximum system

performance.

PEG Link mode PEG Link mode

PEG Link mode

This feature allows you to adjust the PCI Express graphics frequency

according to your system configuration for optimized graphics

performance.

CrashFree BIOS 2 CrashFree BIOS 2

CrashFree BIOS 2

This feature allows you to restore the original BIOS data from the support CD

in case when the BIOS codes and data are corrupted. This protection

eliminates the need to buy a replacement ROM chip. See details on page 4-5.

ASUS Q-Fan 2 technology ASUS Q-Fan 2 technology

ASUS Q-Fan 2 technology

The ASUS Q-Fan 2 technology smartly adjusts the fan speeds according to

the system loading to ensure quiet, cool, and efficient operation. See page

4-36 for details.

ASUS POST Reporter™ ASUS POST Reporter™

ASUS POST Reporter™

The motherboard offers a new exciting feature called the ASUS POST

Reporter™ to provide friendly voice messages and alerts during the

Power-On Self-Tests (POST) informing you of the system boot status and

causes of boot errors, if any. The bundled Winbond Voice Editor software

lets you to customize the voice messages in different languages. See page

3-3 for details.

ASUS Multi-language BIOS ASUS Multi-language BIOS

ASUS Multi-language BIOS

The multi-language BIOS allows you to select the language of your choice

from the available options. The localized BIOS menus allow you to configure

easier and faster. See page 4-15 for details.

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Chapter 1: Product introduction

ASUS MyLogo2™ ASUS MyLogo2™

ASUS MyLogo2™

This new feature present in the motherboard allows you to personalize and

add style to your system with customizable boot logos. See page 5-9 for

details.

ASUS Instant Music ASUS Instant Music

ASUS Instant Music

This unique feature allows you to playback audio files even without booting

the system to Windows™. Just press the ASUS Instant Music special

function keys and enjoy the music! See page 4-32 for details.

Hardware

information

This chapter lists the hardware setup

procedures that you have to perform

when installing system components.

It includes description of the jumpers

and connectors on the motherboard.

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2.1 Before you proceed .............................................................. 2-1

2.2 Motherboard overview .......................................................... 2-2

2.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU) .............................................. 2-6

2.4 System memory ................................................................. 2-10

2.5 Expansion slots ................................................................... 2-14

2.6 Jumpers .............................................................................. 2-19

2.7 Connectors ......................................................................... 2-22

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Onboard LEDOnboard LED

Onboard LED

The motherboard comes with a standby power LED that lights up to

indicate that the system is ON, in sleep mode, or in soft-off mode.

This is a reminder that you should shut down the system and unplug

the power cable before removing or plugging in any motherboard

component. The illustration below shows the location of the onboard

LED.

2.1 Before you proceed

Take note of the following precautions before you install motherboard

components or change any motherboard settings.

•Unplug the power cord from the wall socket before touching any

component.

• Use a grounded wrist strap or touch a safely grounded object or to

a metal object, such as the power supply case, before handling

components to avoid damaging them due to static electricity

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

•Whenever you uninstall any component, place it on a grounded

antistatic pad or in the bag that came with the component.

•Before you install or remove any component, ensureBefore you install or remove any component, ensure

Before you install or remove any component, ensureBefore you install or remove any component, ensure

Before you install or remove any component, ensure

that the ATX power supply is switched off or thethat the ATX power supply is switched off or the

that the ATX power supply is switched off or the

power cord is detached from the power supply. power cord is detached from the power supply.

power cord is detached from the power supply. Failure

to do so may cause severe damage to the motherboard, peripherals,

and/or components.

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2.2 Motherboard overview

Before you install the motherboard, study the configuration of your chassis

to ensure that the motherboard fits into it.

Make sure to unplug the power cord before installing or removing the

motherboard. Failure to do so can cause you physical injury and damage

motherboard components.

Do not overtighten the screws! Doing so can damage the motherboard.

2.2.12.2.1

2.2.1 Placement directionPlacement direction

Placement directionPlacement direction

Placement direction

When installing the motherboard, make sure that you place it into the

chassis in the correct orientation. The edge with external ports goes to the

rear part of the chassis as indicated in the image below.

2.2.22.2.2

2.2.2 Screw holesScrew holes

Screw holesScrew holes

Screw holes

Place nine (9) screws into the holes indicated by circles to secure the

motherboard to the chassis.

Place this side towardsPlace this side towards

Place this side towards

the rear of the chassisthe rear of the chassis

the rear of the chassis

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2.2.3 Motherboard layoutMotherboard layout

Motherboard layoutMotherboard layout

Motherboard layout

Bottom:Mic In

Center:Line Out

Top:Line In

PARALLEL PORT

MS1

KB1

SPDIF_O

SPDIF_O2

WL_LED

WL_ANT

Below:

Center/Subwoofer

Center:

Side Speaker Out

Top:Rear Speaker Out

PANEL

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CMOS Power

AUX

PCI1

FP_AUDIO

GAME

CHASSIS

CLRTC

PRI_IDE

SEC_IDE

EATXPWR

VIA

VT8237R

COM1

USB56

USBPW56

USBPW78

24.5cm (9.6in)

30.5cm (12.0in)

SATA1

VIA

K8T890

USB78

CPU_FAN

Socket 939

DDR DIMM_B1 (64 bit,184-pin module)

DDR DIMM_A1 (64 bit,184-pin module)

DDR DIMM_A2 (64 bit,184-pin module)

DDR DIMM_B2 (64 bit,184-pin module)

CHA_FAN2

LAN_USB34

F_USB12

PCI2

PCI3

PCIEX1_1

PCIEX1_2

PCIEX16

SPDIF

SB_PWR IE_1394_2

SATA2

PWR_FAN CHA_FAN1

KBPWR

USBPW12

USBPW34

ATX12V

FLOPPY

Super

I/O

ALC850

TSB43AB22A

4Mb

BIOS

Speech

Controller

Marvell

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88W8000G

Marvell

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2.2.42.2.4

2.2.4 Layout ContentsLayout Contents

Layout ContentsLayout Contents

Layout Contents

SlotsSlots

Slots PagePage

PagePage

Page

1. DDR DIMM slots 2-11

2. PCI slots 2-18

3. PCI Express x16 slot 2-18

4. PCI Express x1 slot 2-18

JumpersJumpers

Jumpers PagePage

PagePage

Page

1. Clear RTC RAM (3-pin CLRTC) 2-19

2. USB Device wake-up (3-pin USBPW12, USBPW34, USBPW56, USBPW78) 2-19

3. Keyboard power (3-pin KBPWR) 2-19

Rear panel connectorsRear panel connectors

Rear panel connectors PagePage

PagePage

Page

1. Parallel port 2-22

2. IEEE 1394 port 2-22

3. RJ-45 port 2-22

4. Rear Speaker Out port (gray) 2-22

5. Side Speaker Out port (black) 2-22

6. Line In port (light blue) 2-22

7. Line Out port (lime) 2-22

8. WiFi-g™ antenna port 2-23

9. Wireless LAN data transmission LED 2-23

10. Microphone port (pink) 2-23

11. Center/Subwoofer port (yellow orange) 2-23

12. USB 2.0 ports 3 and 4 2-23

13. USB 2.0 ports 1 and 2 2-23

14. Optical S/PDIF out port 2-23

15. Coaxial S/PDIF out port 2-23

16. PS/2 keyboard port (purple) 2-23

17. PS/2 mouse port (green) 2-23

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Internal connectorsInternal connectors

Internal connectors PagePage

PagePage

Page

1. Floppy disk drive connector (34-1 pin FLOPPY) 2-24

2. Primary IDE connector (40-1 pin PRI_IDE) 2-24

3. Secondary IDE connector (40-1 pin SEC_IDE) 2-24

4. Serial ATA connectors (7-pin SATA1, SATA2) 2-25

5. CPU fan connector (4-pin CPU_FAN) 2-26

6. Power fan connector (3-pin CHIP_FAN) 2-26

7. Chassis fan connector (3-pin CHA_FAN1) 2-26

8. Chassis fan 2 connector (3-pin CHA_FAN2) 2-26

9. Serial port connector (10-1 pin COM1) 2-27

10. USB headers (10-1 USB56, USB78) 2-27

11. ATX power connector (24-pin EATXPWR) 2-28

12. ATX 12V power connector (4-pin ATX12V) 2-28

13. Internal audio connector (4-pin CD, AUX) 2-29

14. GAME/MIDI connector (16-1 pin GAME) 2-29

15. Chassis intrusion connector (4-1 pin CHASSIS) 2-30

16. IEEE 1394 connector (10-1 pin IE1394_2) 2-30

17. Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin F_PANEL) 2-31

18. Digital audio connector (4-pin SPDIF) 2-31

19. System panel connectors (20-1 pin PANEL) 2-32

- System Power LED (Green 3-pin PLED)

- Hard Disk activity (Red 2-pin IDE_LED)

- System warning speaker (Orange 4-pin SPEAKER)

- Power/Soft-off button(Yellow 2-pin PWR)

- Reset switch (Blue 2-pin RESET)

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2.3.22.3.2

2.3.2 Installling the CPUInstallling the CPU

Installling the CPUInstallling the CPU

Installling the CPU

To install a CPU:

1. Locate the CPU socket on the motherboard.

Before installing the CPU, make sure that the socket box is facing

towards you and the load lever is on your left.

2.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU)

2.3.12.3.1

2.3.1 OverviewOverview

OverviewOverview

Overview

The motherboard comes with a surface mount 939-pin Zero Insertion Force

(ZIF) socket designed for the AMD Athlon™ 64FX or AMD Athlon 64™

processor.

The 128-bit-wide data paths of these processors can run applications

faster than processors with only 32-bit or 64-bit wide data paths.

Take note of the marked corner (with

gold triangle) on the CPU. This mark

should match a specific corner on the

socket to ensure correct installation.

Gold triangle

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3. Position the CPU above the

socket such that the CPU corner

with the gold triangle matches

the socket corner with a small

triangle.

4. Carefully insert the CPU into the

socket until it fits in place.

2. Unlock the socket by pressing

the lever sideways, then lift it up

to a 90°-100° angle.

Make sure that the socket lever is lifted up to 90°-100° angle, otherwise

the CPU does not fit in completely.

The CPU fits only in one correct orientation. DO NOT force the CPU into

the socket to prevent bending the pins and damaging the CPU!

5. When the CPU is in place, push

down the socket lever to secure

the CPU. The lever clicks on the

side tab to indicate that it is

locked.

Gold triangleGold triangle

Gold triangle

Small triangleSmall triangle

Small triangle

Socket LeverSocket Lever

Socket Lever

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2.3.32.3.3

2.3.3 Installing the heatsink and fanInstalling the heatsink and fan

Installing the heatsink and fanInstalling the heatsink and fan

Installing the heatsink and fan

The AMD Athlon™ 64FX or AMD Athlon 64™ processor require a specially

designed heatsink and fan assembly to ensure optimum thermal condition

and performance.

Follow these steps to install the CPU heatsink and fan.

1. Place the heatsink on top of the installed CPU, making sure that the

heatsink fits properly on the retention module base.

Retention Module BaseRetention Module Base

Retention Module Base

CPU HeatsinkCPU Heatsink

CPU Heatsink

CPU FanCPU Fan

CPU Fan

Retention bracket lockRetention bracket lock

Retention bracket lock

Retention bracketRetention bracket

Retention bracket

•The retention module base is already installed on the motherboard

upon purchase.

•You do not have to remove the retention module base when

installing the CPU or installing other motherboard components.

•If you purchased a separate CPU heatsink and fan assembly, make

sure that a Thermal Interface Material is properly applied to the CPU

heatsink or CPU before you install the heatsink and fan assembly.

Your boxed CPU heatsink and fan assembly should come with installation

instructions for the CPU, heatsink, and the retention mechanism. If the

instructions in this section do not match the CPU documentation, follow

the latter.

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

base.

3. Align the other end of the retention bracket (near the retention

bracket lock) to the retention module base. A clicking sound denotes

that the retention bracket is in place.

4. Push down the retention bracket lock on the retention mechanism to

secure the heatsink and fan to the module base.

Make sure that the fan and

heatsink assembly perfectly

fits the retention mechanism

module base, otherwise you

cannot snap the retention

bracket in place.

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2.4 System memory

2.4.12.4.1

2.4.1 OverviewOverview

OverviewOverview

Overview

The motherboard comes with four 184-pin Double Data Rate (DDR) Dual

Inline Memory Modules (DIMM) sockets.

The following figure illustrates the location of the sockets:

ChannelChannel

Channel Sockets Sockets

Sockets Sockets

Sockets

Channel A DIMM_A1 and DIMM_A1

Channel B DIMM_B1 and DIMM_B2

3. When the fan and heatsink assembly is in place, connect the CPU fan

cable to the connector on the motherboard labeled CPU_FAN.

Do not forget to connect the CPU fan connector! Hardware monitoring

errors can occur if you fail to plug this connector.

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GND

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DIMM_A1

DIMM_A2

DIMM_B1

DIMM_B2

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2.4.2 Memory ConfigurationsMemory Configurations

Memory ConfigurationsMemory Configurations

Memory Configurations

You may install 256 MB, 512 MB and 1 GB unbuffered ECC or non-ECC DDR

DIMMs into the DIMM sockets using the memory configurations in this

section.

•

For dual-channel configuration, the total size of memory module(s)

installed per channel must be the same for better performance

(DIMM_A1+DIMM_A2=DIMM_B1+DIMM_B2).

•

Always install DIMMs with the same CAS latency. For optimum

compatibility, it is recommended that you obtain memory modules

from the same vendor. Refer to the DDR400 Qualified Vendors List

on the next page for details.

•Due to chipset resource allocation, the system may detect less than

4 GB of system memory when you installed four 1 GB DDR memory

modules.

•Due to chipset limitation, DIMM modules with 128 Mb memory chips

or double-sided x16 memory chips are not supported in this

motherboard.

•Due to CPU limitation, install on Channel B slots for a single-channel

memory configuration.

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DIMM supportDIMM support

DIMM support

SizeSize

Size VendorVendor

VendorVendor

Vendor Model Model

Model Model

Model Brand Side(s) Brand Side(s)

Brand Side(s) Brand Side(s)

Brand Side(s) Component Component

Component Component

Component AA

ABB

BCC

256MB KINGSTON KVR400X64C3A/256 Hynix SS HY5DU56822BT-D43 • • •

512MB KINGSTON KVR400X64C3A/512 Hynix DS HY5DU56822BT-D43 • •

256MB KINGSTON KVR400X72C3A/256 Mosel SS V58C2256804SAT5(ECC)

512MB KINGSTON KVR400X72C3A/512 Mosel DS V58C2256804SAT5(ECC) • •

256MB KINGSTON KVR400X64C3A/256 Infineon SS HYB25D256800BT-5B • • •

512MB KINGSTON KVR400X64C3A/512 Infineon DS HYB25D256809BT-5B •

256MB KINGSTON KVR400X64C3A/256 KINGSTON SS D3208DL2T-5 • • •

512MB KINGSTON KVR400X64C3A/512 KINGSTON DS D328DIB-50 •

1024MB KINGSTON HYB25D512800BE-5B N/A DS KVR400X64C3A/1G •

256MB SAMSUNG M381L3223ETM-CCC SAMSUNG SS K4H560838E-TCCC(ECC) • • •

512MB SAMSUNG M381L6423ETM-CCC SAMSUNG DS K4H560838E-TCCC(ECC) • • •

256MB SAMSUNG M368L3223ETM-CCC SAMSUNG SS K4H560838E-TCCC • • •

256MB SAMSUNG M368L3223FTN-CCC SAMSUNG SS K4H560838F-TCCC • • •

512MB SAMSUNG M368L6423FTN-CCC SAMSUNG DS K4H560838F-TCCC • •

512MB SAMSUNG M368L6523BTM-CCC SAMSUNG SS K4H510838B-TCCC • • •

256MB MICRON MT8VDDT3264AG-40BCB MICRON SS MT46V32M8TG-5BC • • •

512MB MICRON MT16VDDT6464AG-40BCB MICRON DS MT46V32M8TG-5BC • •

256MB Infineon HYS64D32300HU-5-C Infineon SS HYB25D256800CE-5C • • •

512MB Infineon HYS64D64320HU-5-C Infineon DS HYB25D256800CE-5C •

256MB CORSAIR CMX256A-3200C2PT Winbond SS W942508BH-5 •

512MB CORSAIR VS512MB400 VALUE seLecT DS VS32M8-5 •

1024MB CORSAIR TWINX2048-3200C2 N/A DS N/A •

256MB Hynix HYMD232645D8J-D43 Hynix SS HY5DU56822DT-D43 • • •

512MB Hynix HYMD264646D8J-D43 Hynix DS HY5DU56822DT-D43 • •

256MB GEIL GE2563200B GEIL SS GL3LC32G88TG-5A • • •

256MB GEIL GD3200-256V GEIL SS GLIL DDR 32M8 •

512MB GEIL GD3200-512V GEIL DS GLIL DDR 32M8 •

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Visit the ASUS website (www.asus.com) for the latest DDR400 Qualified

Vendors List.

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

Side(s): SS - Single Sided DS -DS -

DS -DS -

DS - Double Sided

DIMM Support:DIMM Support:

DIMM Support:

A- supports one module inserted into either slot, in a Single-channel memory

configuration.

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

slots as one pair of Dual-channel memory configuration.

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

Dual-channel memory configuration.

DIMM supportDIMM support

DIMM support

SizeSize

Size VendorVendor

VendorVendor

Vendor Model Model

Model Model

Model Brand Side(s) Brand Side(s)

Brand Side(s) Brand Side(s)

Brand Side(s) Component Component

Component Component

Component AA

ABB

BCC

256MB TwinMOS M2G9I08AIATT9F081AADT TwinMOS SS TMD7608F8E50D • • •

256MB TwinMOS M2G9I08A8ATT9F081AADT TwinMOS SS TMD7608F8E50D • •

512MB TwinMOS M2G9J16A8ATT9F081AADT TwinMOS DS TMD7608F8E50D •

256MB Transcend TS32MLD64V4F3 SAMSUNG SS K4H560838F-TCCC • • •

512MB Transcend TS64MLD64V4F3 SAMSUNG DS K4H560838F-TCCC •

1024MB Transcend TS128MLD64V4J SAMSUNG DS K4H510838B-TCCC •

512MB Transcend TS64MLD64V4F3 Mosel DS V58C2256804SAT5B •

256MB Transcend TS32MLD64V4F3 SAMSUNG SS K4H560838E-TCCC • • •

256MB Apacer 77.10636.33G Infineon SS HYB25D256800CE-5C • •

512MB Apacer 77.10736.33G Infineon DS HYB25D256800CE-5C •

256MB Apacer 77.10639.60G ProMOS SS V58C2256804SCT5B • •

512MB Apacer 77.10739.60G ProMOS DS V58C2256804SCT5B •

512MB A DATA MDOSS6F3H41Y0N1E0Z SAMSUNG DS K4H560838F-TCCC •

256MB A DATA MDOHY6F3G31Y0N1E0Z Hynix SS HY5DU56822CT-D43 • • •

256MB A DATA MDOAD5F3G31Y0D1E02 N/A SS ADD8608A8A-5B • •

512MB A DATA MDOAD5F3H41Y0D1E02 N/A DS ADD8608A8A-5B •

256MB Winbond W9425GCDB-5 Winbond SS W942508CH-5 •

512MB Winbond W9451GCDB-5 Winbond DS W942508CH-5 •

256MB KINGMAX MPXB62D-38KT3R N/A SS KDL388P4LA-50 • •

512MB KINGMAX MPXC22D-38KT3R N/A DS KDL388P4LA-50 •

512MB ATP AG64L64T8SQC4S SAMSUNG DS K4H560838D-TCC4 •

1024MB ATP AG28L64T8SMC4M MICRON DS MT46V64M4TG-5BC •

256MB NANYA NT256D64S88C0G-5T N/A SS NT5DS32M8CT-5T • • •

512MB NANYA NT512D64S8HC0G-5T N/A DS NT5DS32M8CT-5T •

256MB BRAIN POWER B6U808-256M-SAM-400 SAMSUNG SS K4H560838D-TCC4 •

256MB ProMOS V826632K24SCTG-D0 N/A SS V58C2256804SCT5B • •

512MB ProMOS V826664K24SCTG-D0 N/A DS V58C2256804SCT5B •

256MB Deutron A8C53T-5B1T PSC SS A2S56D30CTP • • •

512MB Deutron AL6D8C53T-5B1T PSC DS A2S56D30CTP •

256MB Novax 96M425653CE-40TB6 CEON SS C2S56D30TP-5 •

512MB Novax 96M451253CE-40TB6 CEON DS C2S56D30TP-5 •

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2.4.4 Removing a DIMMRemoving a DIMM

Removing a DIMMRemoving a DIMM

Removing a DIMM

Follow these steps to remove a DIMM.

1. Simultaneously press the

retaining clips outward to unlock

the DIMM.

2. Remove the DIMM from the socket.

Support the DIMM lightly with your fingers when pressing the retaining

clips. The DIMM might get damaged when it flips out with extra force.

2.4.32.4.3

2.4.3 Installing a DIMMInstalling a DIMM

Installing a DIMMInstalling a DIMM

Installing a DIMM

3. Firmly insert the DIMM into the

socket until the retaining clips

snap back in place and the DIMM

is properly seated.

1. Unlock a DIMM socket by

pressing the retaining clips

outward.

2. Align a DIMM on the socket such

that the notch on the DIMM

matches the break on the

socket.

Locked Retaining ClipLocked Retaining Clip

Locked Retaining Clip

Make sure to unplug the power supply before adding or removing DIMMs

or other system components. Failure to do so may cause severe damage

to both the motherboard and the components.

A DDR DIMM is keyed with a notch so that it fits in only one direction.

DO NOT force a DIMM into a socket to avoid damaging the DIMM.

Unlocked retaining clipUnlocked retaining clip

Unlocked retaining clip

DDR DIMM notchDDR DIMM notch

DDR DIMM notch

DDR DIMM notchDDR DIMM notch

DDR DIMM notch

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2.5 Expansion slots

In the future, you may need to install expansion cards. The following

sub-sections describe the slots and the expansion cards that they support.

2.5.12.5.1

2.5.1 Installing an expansion cardInstalling an expansion card

Installing an expansion cardInstalling an expansion card

Installing an expansion card

To install an expansion card:

1. Before installing the expansion card, read the documentation that

came with it and make the necessary hardware settings for the card.

2. Remove the system unit cover (if your motherboard is already

installed in a chassis).

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

the screw for later use.

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

completely seated on the slot.

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

6. Replace the system cover.

2.5.22.5.2

2.5.2 Configuring an expansion cardConfiguring an expansion card

Configuring an expansion cardConfiguring an expansion card

Configuring an expansion card

After installing the expansion card, configure the it by adjusting the

software settings.

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

See Chapter 4 for information on BIOS setup.

2. Assign an IRQ to the card. Refer to the tables on the next page.

3. Install the software drivers for the expansion card.

Make sure to unplug the power cord before adding or removing

expansion cards. Failure to do so may cause you physical injury and

damage motherboard components.

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2.5.3 Interrupt assignmentsInterrupt assignments

Interrupt assignmentsInterrupt assignments

Interrupt assignments

Standard interrupt assignmentsStandard interrupt assignments

Standard interrupt assignments

IRQIRQ

IRQ PriorityPriority

PriorityPriority

Priority Standard FunctionStandard Function

Standard FunctionStandard Function

Standard Function

01 System Timer

12 Keyboard Controller

2– Re-direct to IRQ#9

311 Communications Port (COM2)*

412 Communications Port (COM1)*

513 IRQ holder for PCI steering*

614 Floppy Disk Controller

715 Printer Port (LPT1)*

83 System CMOS/Real Time Clock

94 IRQ holder for PCI steering*

10 5 IRQ holder for PCI steering*

11 6 IRQ holder for PCI steering*

12 7 PS/2 Compatible Mouse Port*

13 8 Numeric Data Processor

14 9 Primary IDE Channel

15 10 Secondary IDE Channel

* These IRQs are usually available for ISA or PCI devices.

IRQ assignments for this motherboardIRQ assignments for this motherboard

IRQ assignments for this motherboard

ABB

BCC

CDD

DEE

EFF

FGG

GHH

PCI slot 1 shared — — — ————

PCI slot 2 — shared — — ————

PCI slot 3 — — shared — ————

PCI E x1 slot 1 shared — — — ————

PCI E x1 slot 2 shared — — — ————

PCI E x16 slot shared — — — ————

Onboard USB controller 1 shared — — — ————

Onboard USB controller 2 shared — — — ————

Onboard USB controller 3 — shared — — ————

Onboard USB controller 4 — shared — — ————

Onboard USB 2.0 controller — — shared — ————

Onboard LAN shared — — — ————

Onboard wireless LAN — shared — — ————

Onboard 1394a shared — — — ————

When using PCI cards on shared slots, ensure that the drivers support

“Share IRQ” or that the cards do not need IRQ assignments. Otherwise,

conflicts will arise between the two PCI groups, making the system

unstable and the card inoperable.

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2.5.42.5.4

2.5.4 PCI slotsPCI slots

PCI slotsPCI slots

PCI slots

The PCI slots support cards such as a

LAN card, SCSI card, USB card, and

other cards that comply with PCI

specifications. The figure shows a

LAN card installed on a PCI slot.

2.5.52.5.5

2.5.5 PCI Express x16 slotPCI Express x16 slot

PCI Express x16 slotPCI Express x16 slot

PCI Express x16 slot

This motherboard supports PCI

Express x16 graphic cards that

comply with the PCI Express

specifications. The figure shows a

graphics card installed on the PCI

Express x16 slot.

2.5.62.5.6

2.5.6 PCI Express x1 slotPCI Express x1 slot

PCI Express x1 slotPCI Express x1 slot

PCI Express x1 slot

This motherboard supports PCI

Express x1 network cards, SCSI cards

and other cards that comply with the

PCI Express specifications. The figure

shows a network card installed on the

PCI Express x1 slot.

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2.6 Jumpers

1.1.

1. Clear RTC RAM (CLRTC)Clear RTC RAM (CLRTC)

Clear RTC RAM (CLRTC)Clear RTC RAM (CLRTC)

Clear RTC RAM (CLRTC)

This jumper allows you to clear the Real Time Clock (RTC) RAM in

CMOS. You can clear the CMOS memory of date, time, and system

setup parameters by erasing the CMOS RTC RAM data. The onboard

button cell battery powers the RAM data in CMOS, which include

system setup information such as system passwords.

To erase the RTC RAM:

1. Turn OFF the computer and unplug the power cord.

2. Remove the onboard battery.

3. Move the jumper cap from pins 1-2 (default) to pins 2-3. Keep the

cap on pins 2-3 for about 5~10 seconds, then move the cap back to

pins 1-2.

4. Re-install the battery.

5. Plug the power cord and turn ON the computer.

6. Hold down the <Del> key during the boot process and enter BIOS

setup to re-enter data.

Except when clearing the RTC RAM, never remove the cap on CLRTC

jumper default position. Removing the cap will cause system boot failure!

You do not need to clear the RTC when the system hangs due to

overclocking. For system failure due to overclocking, use the C.P.R. (CPU

Parameter Recall) feature. Shut down and reboot the system so the BIOS

can automatically reset parameter settings to default values.

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2.2.

2. USB device wake-up (3-pin USBPW12, USBPW34,USB device wake-up (3-pin USBPW12, USBPW34,

USB device wake-up (3-pin USBPW12, USBPW34,USB device wake-up (3-pin USBPW12, USBPW34,

USB device wake-up (3-pin USBPW12, USBPW34,

USBPW56, USBPW78)USBPW56, USBPW78)

USBPW56, USBPW78)

Set these jumpers to +5V to wake up the computer from S1 sleep

mode (CPU stopped, DRAM refreshed, system running in low power

mode) using the connected USB devices. Set to +5VSB to wake up

from S3 and S4 sleep modes (no power to CPU, DRAM in slow refresh,

power supply in reduced power mode).

The USBPWR12 and USBPWR34 jumpers are for the rear USB ports.

The USBPWR56 and USBPWR78 jumper is for the internal USB

connectors that you can connect to additional USB ports.

• The USB device wake-up feature requires a power supply that can

provide 500mA on the +5VSB lead for each USB port; otherwise,

the system would not power up.

•The total current consumed must NOT exceed the power supply

capability (+5VSB) whether under normal condition or in sleep mode.

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USBPW78

USBPW56

+5V

(Default) +5VSB

USBPW34

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3. Keyboard power (3-pin KBPWR)Keyboard power (3-pin KBPWR)

Keyboard power (3-pin KBPWR)Keyboard power (3-pin KBPWR)

Keyboard power (3-pin KBPWR)

This jumper allows you to enable or disable the keyboard wake-up

feature. Set this jumper to pins 2-3 (+5VSB) if you wish to wake up

the computer when you press a key on the keyboard (the default is

the Space Bar). This feature requires an ATX power supply that can

supply at least 1A on the +5VSB lead, and a corresponding setting in

the BIOS.

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2.7 Connectors

2.7.12.7.1

2.7.1 Rear panel connectorsRear panel connectors

Rear panel connectorsRear panel connectors

Rear panel connectors

1.1.

1. Parallel port.Parallel port.

Parallel port.Parallel port.

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

or other devices.

2.2.

2. IEEE 1394a port.IEEE 1394a port.

IEEE 1394a port.IEEE 1394a port.

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

connectivity for audio/video devices, storage peripherals, PCs, or

portable devices.

3.3.

3. LAN RJ-45 port.LAN RJ-45 port.

LAN RJ-45 port.LAN RJ-45 port.

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

Area Network (LAN) through a network hub. Refer to the table below

for the LAN port LED indications.

SPEED

LED

ACT/LINK

LED

LAN port

LAN port LED indicationsLAN port LED indications

LAN port LED indications

4.4.

4. Rear Speaker Out port (gray).Rear Speaker Out port (gray).

Rear Speaker Out port (gray).Rear Speaker Out port (gray).

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

speakers on a 4-channel, 6-channel, or 8-channel audio configuration.

5.5.

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

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

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

speakers in an 8-channel audio configuration.

6.6.

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

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

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

player, or other audio sources.

7.7.

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

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

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

speaker. In 4-channel, 6-channel, and 8-channel configuration, the

function of this port becomes Front Speaker Out.

ACT/LINK LED ACT/LINK LED

ACT/LINK LED SPEED LED SPEED LED

SPEED LED SPEED LED

SPEED LED

StatusStatus

Status DescriptionDescription

DescriptionDescription

Description StatusStatus

StatusStatus

Status DescriptionDescription

DescriptionDescription

Description

OFF No link OFF 10 Mbps connection

GREEN Linked ORANGE 100 Mbps connection

BLINKING Data activity GREEN 1 Gbps connection

Refer to the audio configuration table on the next page for the function

of the audio ports in 2, 4, 6, or 8-channel configuration.

1 3

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Wireless LAN LED indicationsWireless LAN LED indications

Wireless LAN LED indications

8.8.

8. WiFi-g™ antenna port.WiFi-g™ antenna port.

WiFi-g™ antenna port.WiFi-g™ antenna port.

WiFi-g™ antenna port. This port connects to the optional dipolar

antenna for the onboard ASUS WiFi-g™ solution. (

Wireless Edition only

)

9.9.

9. Wireless LAN data transmission LED. Wireless LAN data transmission LED.

Wireless LAN data transmission LED. Wireless LAN data transmission LED.

Wireless LAN data transmission LED. This green AIRAIR

AIRAIR

AIR LED

indicates the data transmission status of the onboard wireless LAN

adapter. Refer to the table below for the LED indications.

StatusStatus

Status IndicationIndication

IndicationIndication

Indication

OnOn

On The onboard WiFi-g™ is on but has no data activity.

OffOff

Off The onboard WiFi-g™ card is off.

FlashingFlashing

Flashing The onboard WiFi-g™ card is transmitting and/or receiving data.

12.12.

12. USB 2.0 ports 3 and 4.USB 2.0 ports 3 and 4.

USB 2.0 ports 3 and 4.USB 2.0 ports 3 and 4.

USB 2.0 ports 3 and 4. These two 4-pin Universal Serial Bus

(USB) ports are available for connecting USB 2.0 devices.

13.13.

13. USB 2.0 ports 1 and 2.USB 2.0 ports 1 and 2.

USB 2.0 ports 1 and 2.USB 2.0 ports 1 and 2.

USB 2.0 ports 1 and 2. These two 4-pin Universal Serial Bus

(USB) ports are available for connecting USB 2.0 devices.

14.14.

14. Optical S/PDIF Out portOptical S/PDIF Out port

Optical S/PDIF Out portOptical S/PDIF Out port

Optical S/PDIF Out port. This port connects an external audio

output device via an optical S/PDIF cable.

15.15.

15. Coaxial S/PDIF Out port.Coaxial S/PDIF Out port.

Coaxial S/PDIF Out port.Coaxial S/PDIF Out port.

Coaxial S/PDIF Out port. This port connects an external audio

output device via a coaxial S/PDIF cable.

16.16.

16. PS/2 keyboard port (purple).PS/2 keyboard port (purple).

PS/2 keyboard port (purple).PS/2 keyboard port (purple).

PS/2 keyboard port (purple). This port is for a PS/2 keyboard.

17.17.

17. PS/2 mouse port (green).PS/2 mouse port (green).

PS/2 mouse port (green).PS/2 mouse port (green).

PS/2 mouse port (green). This port is for a PS/2 mouse.

10.10.

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

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

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

11.11.

11. Center/Subwoofer port (yellow orange).Center/Subwoofer port (yellow orange).

Center/Subwoofer port (yellow orange).Center/Subwoofer port (yellow orange).

Center/Subwoofer port (yellow orange). This port connects

the center/subwoofer speakers.

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

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

Light Blue Line In Line In Line In Line In

Lime Line Out Front Speaker Out Front Speaker Out Front Speaker Out

Pink Mic In Mic In Mic In Mic In

Gray • Rear Speaker Out Rear Speaker Out Rear Speaker Out

Black • • • Side Speaker Out

Yellow Orange • • Center/Subwoofer Center/Subwoofer

PortPort

Port HeadsetHeadset

HeadsetHeadset

Headset 4-channel4-channel

4-channel4-channel

4-channel 6-channel6-channel

6-channel6-channel

6-channel 8-channel8-channel

8-channel8-channel

8-channel

2-channel2-channel

2-channel

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2.2.

2. IDE connectors (40-1 pin PRI_IDE, SEC_IDE)IDE connectors (40-1 pin PRI_IDE, SEC_IDE)

IDE connectors (40-1 pin PRI_IDE, SEC_IDE)IDE connectors (40-1 pin PRI_IDE, SEC_IDE)

IDE connectors (40-1 pin PRI_IDE, SEC_IDE)

These connectors are for Ultra DMA 133/100/66 signal cables. The

Ultra DMA 133/100/66 signal cable has three connectors: a blue

connector for the primary IDE connector on the motherboard, a black

connector for an Ultra DMA 133/100/66 IDE slave device (optical

drive/hard disk drive), and a gray connector for an Ultra DMA 133/

100/66 IDE master device (hard disk drive). If you install two hard disk

drives, 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.

2.7.22.7.2

2.7.2 Internal connectorsInternal connectors

Internal connectorsInternal connectors

Internal connectors

1.1.

1. Floppy disk drive connector (34-1 pin FLOPPY)Floppy disk drive connector (34-1 pin FLOPPY)

Floppy disk drive connector (34-1 pin FLOPPY)Floppy disk drive connector (34-1 pin FLOPPY)

Floppy disk drive connector (34-1 pin FLOPPY)

This connector is for the provided floppy disk drive (FDD) signal cable.

Insert one end of the cable to this connector, then connect the other

end to the signal connector at the back of the floppy disk drive.

The Pin 5 on the connector is removed to prevent incorrect cable

connection when using an FDD cable with a covered Pin 5.

•The Pin 20 on the IDE connector is removed to match the covered

hole on the Ultra DMA cable connector. This prevents incorrect

insertion when you connect the IDE cable.

•Use the 80-conductor IDE cable for Ultra DMA 100/66 IDE devices.

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NOTE: Orient the red markings on

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PIN 1

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NOTE: Orient the red markings

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ribbon cable to PIN 1.

PRI_IDE

PIN 1

SEC_IDE

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3. Serial ATA connectors (7-pin SATA1, SATA2)Serial ATA connectors (7-pin SATA1, SATA2)

Serial ATA connectors (7-pin SATA1, SATA2)Serial ATA connectors (7-pin SATA1, SATA2)

Serial ATA connectors (7-pin SATA1, SATA2)

These connectors are for the Serial ATA signal cables for Serial ATA

hard disk drives.

Important notes on Serial ATAImportant notes on Serial ATA

Important notes on Serial ATA

•

The Serial ATA RAID feature (RAID 0, RAID 1) is available only if you

are using Windows

2000/XP.

•

Install the Windows

2000 Service Pack 4 or the Windows

Service Pack1 when using Serial ATA.

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SATA1

GND

RSATA_TXP1

RSATA_TXN1

GND

RSATA_RXP1

RSATA_RXN1

GND

SATA2

GND

RSATA_TXP2

RSATA_TXN2

GND

RSATA_RXP2

RSATA_RXN2

GND

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4.4.

4. CPU, Chassis, and Power fan connectorsCPU, Chassis, and Power fan connectors

CPU, Chassis, and Power fan connectorsCPU, Chassis, and Power fan connectors

CPU, Chassis, and Power fan connectors

(3-pin CPU_FAN, 3-pin CHA_FAN1, 3-pin CHIP_FAN,(3-pin CPU_FAN, 3-pin CHA_FAN1, 3-pin CHIP_FAN,

(3-pin CPU_FAN, 3-pin CHA_FAN1, 3-pin CHIP_FAN,

CHA_FAN2)CHA_FAN2)

CHA_FAN2)

The fan connectors support cooling fans of 350mA~2000mA (24 W

max.) or a total of 1A~3.48A (41.76 W max.) at +12V. Connect the

fan cables to the fan connectors on the motherboard, making sure that

the black wire of each cable matches the ground pin of the connector.

•Do not forget to connect the fan cables to the fan connectors. Lack

of sufficient air flow inside the system may damage the

motherboard components. These are not jumpers! DO NOT place

jumper caps on the fan connectors!

• The ASUS Q-Fan2 function is supported using the CPU Fan

(CPU_FAN) and Chassis Fan 1 (CHA_FAN1) connectors only.

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CHA_FAN1

CHIP_FAN

GND

Rotation

+12V

CHA_FAN2

GND

Rotation

+12V

GND

Rotation

+12V

GND

Rotation

+12V

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5.5.

5. Serial port connector (10-1 pin COM1)Serial port connector (10-1 pin COM1)

Serial port connector (10-1 pin COM1)Serial port connector (10-1 pin COM1)

Serial port connector (10-1 pin COM1)

This connector is for a serial (COM) port. Connect the serial port

module cable to this connector, then install the module to a slot

opening at the back of the system chassis.

Never connect a 1394 cable1394 cable

1394 cable1394 cable

1394 cable to the USB connectors. Doing so will

damage the motherboard!

6.6.

6. USB connectors (10-1 pin USB56, USB78)USB connectors (10-1 pin USB56, USB78)

USB connectors (10-1 pin USB56, USB78)USB connectors (10-1 pin USB56, USB78)

USB connectors (10-1 pin USB56, USB78)

These connectors are for USB 2.0 ports. Connect the USB/GAME

module cable to any of these connectors, then install the module to a

slot opening at the back of the system chassis. These USB connectors

comply with USB 2.0 specification that supports up to 480 Mbps

connection speed.

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PIN 1

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USB56

USB+5V

USB_P6-

USB_P6+

GND

USB+5V

USB_P5-

USB_P5+

GND

1USB78

USB+5V

USB_P8-

USB_P8+

GND

USB+5V

USB_P7-

USB_P7+

GND

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7.7.

7. ATX power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR,ATX power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR,

ATX power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR,ATX power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR,

ATX power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR, 4-pin ATX12V)4-pin ATX12V)

4-pin ATX12V)4-pin ATX12V)

4-pin ATX12V)

These connectors are for an ATX power supply plugs. The power

supply plugs are designed to fit these connectors in only one

orientation. Find the proper orientation and push down firmly until the

connectors completely fit.

•

Use of an ATX 12 V Specification 2.0-compliant power supply unit

(PSU) that provides a minimum power of 350 W is recommended

for a fully-configured system.

•

Do not forget to connect the 4-pin ATX +12 V power plug;

otherwise, the system will not boot up.

•Use of a PSU with a higher power output is recommended when

configuring a system with more power-consuming devices. The

system may become unstable or may not boot up if the power is

inadequate.

•You must install a PSU with a higher power rating if you intend to

install additional devices.

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EATXPWR

ATX12V

+12V DC

GND

+12V DC

GND

+3 Volts

Ground

+5 Volts

Ground

Power OK

+5V Standby

+12 Volts

-5 Volts

+5 Volts

+3 Volts

-12 Volts

Ground

PSON#

Ground

+5 Volts

+12 Volts

+3 Volts

+5 Volts

Ground

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8. Internal audio connectors (4-pin CD, AUX)Internal audio connectors (4-pin CD, AUX)

Internal audio connectors (4-pin CD, AUX)Internal audio connectors (4-pin CD, AUX)

Internal audio connectors (4-pin CD, AUX)

These connectors allow you to receive stereo audio input from sound

sources such as a CD-ROM, TV-tuner, or MPEG card.

9.9.

9. GAME/MIDI port connector (16-1 pin GAME)GAME/MIDI port connector (16-1 pin GAME)

GAME/MIDI port connector (16-1 pin GAME)GAME/MIDI port connector (16-1 pin GAME)

GAME/MIDI port connector (16-1 pin GAME)

This connector is for a GAME/MIDI port. Connect the USB/GAME

module cable to this connector, then install the module to a slot

opening at the back of the system chassis. The GAME/MIDI port

connects a joystick or game pad for playing games, and MIDI devices

for playing or editing audio files.

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AUX

Right Audio Channel

Left Audio Channel

Ground

Right Audio Channel

Left Audio Channel

Ground

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GAME

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J2B1

J2CX

MIDI_OUT

J2CY

J2B2

MIDI_IN

J1B1

J1CX

GND

J1CY

J1B2

+5V

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10.10.

10. Chassis intrusion connector (4-1 pin CHASSIS)Chassis intrusion connector (4-1 pin CHASSIS)

Chassis intrusion connector (4-1 pin CHASSIS)Chassis intrusion connector (4-1 pin CHASSIS)

Chassis intrusion connector (4-1 pin CHASSIS)

This connector is for a chassis-mounted intrusion detection sensor or

switch. Connect one end of the chassis intrusion sensor or switch

cable to this connector. The chassis intrusion sensor or switch sends a

high-level signal to this connector when a chassis component is

removed or replaced. The signal is then generated as a chassis

intrusion event.

By default, the pins labeled “Chassis Signal” and “Ground” are shorted

with a jumper cap. Remove the jumper caps only when you intend to

use the chassis intrusion detection feature.

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CHASSIS

+5VSB_MB

Chassis Signal

GND

(Default)

Never connect a USB cable USB cable

USB cable USB cable

USB cable to the IEEE 1394a connectors. Doing so

will damage the motherboard!

11.11.

11. IEEE 1394 connector (10-1 pin IE1394_2)IEEE 1394 connector (10-1 pin IE1394_2)

IEEE 1394 connector (10-1 pin IE1394_2)IEEE 1394 connector (10-1 pin IE1394_2)

IEEE 1394 connector (10-1 pin IE1394_2)

These connectors are for IEEE 1394a ports. Connect the IEEE 1394

module cable to this connector, then install the module to a slot

opening at the back of the system chassis.

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IE1394_2 1

GND

+12V

TPB2-

GND

TPA2-

+12V

TPB2+

GND

TPA2+

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FP_AUDIO

BLINE_OUT_L

MIC2

Line out_R

Line out_L

BLINE_OUT_R

MICPWR+5VA

AGND

12.12.

12. Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin FP_AUDIO)Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin FP_AUDIO)

Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin FP_AUDIO)Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin FP_AUDIO)

Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin FP_AUDIO)

This connector is for a chassis-mounted front panel audio I/O module

that supports legacy AC ‘97 audio standard. Connect one end of the

front panel audio I/O module cable to this connector.

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SPDIF

GND

+5V

SPDIF_IN

SPDIF_OUT

GND

13.13.

13. Digital audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF)Digital audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF)

Digital audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF)Digital audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF)

Digital audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF)

This connector is for an additional Sony/Philips Digital Interface

(S/PDIF) port(s). Connect the S/PDIF module cable to this connector,

then install the module to a slot opening at the back of the system

chassis.

The S/PDIF module is purchased separately.

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14.14.

14. System panel connector (20-pin PANEL)System panel connector (20-pin PANEL)

System panel connector (20-pin PANEL)System panel connector (20-pin PANEL)

System panel connector (20-pin PANEL)

This connector supports several chassis-mounted functions.

The sytem panel connector is color-coded for easy connection. Refer to

the connector description below for details.

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Requires an ATX power supply.

PANEL

PLED-

PWR

+5V

Speaker

Ground

RESET

Ground

Reset

Ground

PWR

PLED+

IDE_LED-

IDE_LED+

IDE LED

Ground

SMI

ExtSMI#

PLED SPEAKER

•

System power LED (Green 3-pin PLED)System power LED (Green 3-pin PLED)

System power LED (Green 3-pin PLED)

This 3-pin connector is for the system power LED. Connect the

chassis power LED cable to this connector. The system power LED

lights up when you turn on the system power, and blinks when the

system is in sleep mode.

•

System warning speaker (Orange 4-pin SPEAKER)System warning speaker (Orange 4-pin SPEAKER)

System warning speaker (Orange 4-pin SPEAKER)

This 4-pin connector is for the chassis-mounted system warning

speaker. The speaker allows you to hear system beeps and warnings.

•

Hard disk drive activity (Red 2-pin IDE_LED)Hard disk drive activity (Red 2-pin IDE_LED)

Hard disk drive activity (Red 2-pin IDE_LED)

This 2-pin connector is for the HDD Activity LED. Connect the HDD

Activity LED cable to this connector. The IDE LED lights up or flashes

when data is read from or written to the HDD.

•

Power/Soft-off button (Yellow 2-pin PWR)Power/Soft-off button (Yellow 2-pin PWR)

Power/Soft-off button (Yellow 2-pin PWR)

This connector is for the system power button. Pressing the power

button turns the system ON or puts the system in SLEEP or SOFT-OFF

mode depending on the BIOS settings. Pressing the power switch for

more than four seconds while the system is ON turns the system OFF.

•

Reset button (Blue 2-pin RESET)Reset button (Blue 2-pin RESET)

Reset button (Blue 2-pin RESET)

This 2-pin connector is for the chassis-mounted reset button for

system reboot without turning off the system power.

Powering up

This chapter describes the power up

sequence, the vocal POST messages,

and ways of shutting down the

system.

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3.1 Starting up for the first time................................................ 3-1

3.2 Powering off the computer .................................................. 3-2

3.3 ASUS POST Reporter™ .......................................................... 3-3

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3.1 Starting up for the first time

1. After making all the connections, replace the system case cover.

2. Be sure that all switches are off.

3. Connect the power cord to the power connector at the back of the

system chassis.

4. Connect the power cord to a power outlet that is equipped with a

surge protector.

5. Turn on the devices in the following order:

a. Monitor

b. External SCSI devices (starting with the last device on the chain)

c. System power

6. After applying power, the system power LED on the system front

panel case lights up. For systems withATX power supplies, the system

LED lights up when you press the ATX power button. If your monitor

complies with “green” standards or if it has a “power standby”

feature, the monitor LED may light up or switch between orange and

green after the system LED turns on.

The system then runs the power-on self tests or POST. While the

tests are running, the BIOS beeps (see BIOS beep codes table below)

or additional messages appear on the screen. If you do not see

anything within 30 seconds from the time you turned on the power,

the system may have failed a power-on test. Check the jumper

settings and connections or call your retailer for assistance.

7. At power on, hold down the <Delete> key to enter the BIOS Setup.

Follow the instructions in Chapter 4.

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3.2 Powering off the computer

3.2.13.2.1

3.2.1 Using the OS shut down functionUsing the OS shut down function

Using the OS shut down functionUsing the OS shut down function

Using the OS shut down function

If you are using Windows

2000:

1. Click the Start Start

Start Start

Start button then click Shut Down...Shut Down...

Shut Down...Shut Down...

Shut Down...

2. Make sure that the Shut DownShut Down

Shut DownShut Down

Shut Down option button is selected, then click

the OK OK

OK OK

OK button to shut down the computer.

3. The power supply should turn off after Windows

shuts down.

If you are using Windows

XP:

1. Click the Start Start

Start Start

Start button then select Turn Off Computer.Turn Off Computer.

Turn Off Computer.Turn Off Computer.

Turn Off Computer.

2. Click the Turn Off Turn Off

Turn Off Turn Off

Turn Off button to shut down the computer.

3. The power supply should turn off after Windows

shuts down.

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3.2.2 Using the dual function power switchUsing the dual function power switch

Using the dual function power switchUsing the dual function power switch

Using the dual function power switch

While the system is ON, pressing the power switch for less than four

seconds puts the system to sleep mode or to soft-off mode, depending on

the BIOS setting. Pressing the power switch for more than four seconds

lets the system enter the soft-off mode regardless of the BIOS setting.

Refer to section “4.5 Power Menu” in Chapter 4 for details.

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3.3 ASUS POST Reporter™

This motherboard includes the Winbond speech controller to support a

special feature called the ASUS POST Reporter™. This feature lets you hear

vocal messages during POST that alerts you of system events and boot

status. In case of a boot failure, you will hear the specific cause of the

problem.

These POST messages are customizable using the Winbond Voice Editor

software that came with your package. You can record your own messages

to replace the default messages.

3.3.13.3.1

3.3.1 Vocal POST messagesVocal POST messages

Vocal POST messagesVocal POST messages

Vocal POST messages

Following is a list of the default POST messages and the corresponding

actions you can take:

POST MessagePOST Message

POST Message ActionAction

ActionAction

Action

No CPU installed

•

Install a supported processor to the

CPU socket. See section “2.3 Central

Processing Unit (CPU)” for details.

System failed CPU test

•

Check the CPU if properly installed.

•

Call ASUS technical support for

assistance. See the ASUS contact

information on the inside front cover

of this user guide.

System failed memory test

•

Install supported DDR2 DIMMs into the

memory sockets.

•

Check if the DIMMs on the DIMM

sockets are properly installed.

•

Make sure that your DIMMs are not

defective.

•

Refer to section “2.4 System memory”

for instructions on installing a DIMM.

System failed VGA test

•

Install a PCI graphics card into one of

the PCI slots, or a PCI Express AGP

card into the PCI Express x16 slot.

•

Make sure that your graphics card is

not defective.

System failed due to CPU

•

Check your CPU overclocking settings

in the BIOS setup and restore the

default CPU parameters.

No keyboard detected

•

Check if your keyboard is properly

connected to the purple PS/2

connector on the rear panel.

•See section “2.7.1 Rear panel

connectors” for the location of the

connector.

No IDE hard disk detected • Make sure you have connected an IDE

hard disk drive to one of the IDE

connectors on the motherboard.

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POST MessagePOST Message

POST Message ActionAction

ActionAction

Action

CPU temperature too high

•

Check if the CPU fan is working

properly.

CPU fan failed

•

Check the CPU fan and make sure it

turns on after you apply power to the

system.

•

Make sure that your CPU fan supports

the fan speed detection function.

CPU voltage out of range

•

Check your power supply and make

sure it is not defective.

•

Call ASUS technical support for

assistance. See the “ASUS contact

information” on the inside front cover

of this user guide.

Computer now booting from operating • No action required

system

You can enable or disable the ASUS POST Reporter™ in the SpeechSpeech

SpeechSpeech

Speech

Configuration Configuration

Configuration option in the BIOS setup. See section 4.4.9 for details.

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3.3.23.3.2

3.3.2 Winbond Voice EditorWinbond Voice Editor

Winbond Voice EditorWinbond Voice Editor

Winbond Voice Editor

The Winbond Voice Editor software allows you to customize the vocal

POST messages. You can install this application from the support CD.

Launching the Voice EditorLaunching the Voice Editor

Launching the Voice Editor

You can launch the program from the Windows

desktop by clicking

StartStart

Start > All Programs > Winbond Voice Editor > Voice Editor> All Programs > Winbond Voice Editor > Voice Editor

> All Programs > Winbond Voice Editor > Voice Editor> All Programs > Winbond Voice Editor > Voice Editor

> All Programs > Winbond Voice Editor > Voice Editor.

The Winbond Voice Editor screen appears.

Playing the default wave filesPlaying the default wave files

Playing the default wave files

To play the default wave files, simply click on a POST event on the left side

of the screen, then click the Play button.

Default MessagesDefault Messages

Default Messages

POST EventsPOST Events

POST Events

To avoid conflicts, do not run the Winbond Voice Editor while running

the ASUS PC Probe application.

The default language setting is English.

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3. Click the Write Write

Write Write

Write button from the Voice Editor main window to update

the EEPROM.

4. Click Yes Yes

Yes Yes

Yes to confirm.

Changing the default languageChanging the default language

Changing the default language

To change the default language:

1. Click the LoadLoad

LoadLoad

Load button from the

Voice Editor main window. A

window with the available

languages appears.

2. Select your desired language,

then click OpenOpen

OpenOpen

Open.

The event messages for the

language you selected appear

on the Voice Editor main

window.

Not all events on some languages have a corresponding message due to

file size constraints.

The next time you boot your computer, the ASUS Post Reporter announces

the messages in the selected language.

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Customizing your POST messagesCustomizing your POST messages

Customizing your POST messages

The Voice Editor application allows you to record your own POST messages

if your language is not supported or if you wish to to replace the

pre-installed wave files.

To customize your POST messages.

1. Launch the Voice Editor application and note the list of POST events

on the leftmost column of the screen.

2. Prepare your message for each event.

3. Use a recording software (e.g. Windows

Recorder) to record your

messages, then save the messages as wave files (.WAV).

4. From the Voice Editor screen,

click the Add Add

Add Add

Add button to display

the Add Wave File Add Wave File

Add Wave File Add Wave File

Add Wave File window.

5. Copy the wave files that you

recorded to the database, then

close the window when done.

•The total compressed size for all the wave files must not exceed

1Mbit, so keep your messages as short as possible.

•To keep file sizes small, save your files at a low quality. For example,

use 8-bit, mono quality at 22Khz sampling rate.

•Create a separate folder for your wave files so you can locate them

easily.

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If you receive an error message telling you that the files exceed the total

allowable size, do any or all of the following:

•

Shorten your messages.

•

Save the wave files at a lower quality

•

Do not include seldom-used events like FDD Detection, IDE HDD

Detection, etc.

6. Select a POST event on the

Voice Editor main window, then

click the Edit Edit

Edit Edit

Edit button. The

Event Sound EditorEvent Sound Editor

Event Sound Editor window

appears.

7. Locate and select your wave file

for the event, then click on the

arrow opposite Voice1. The file

you select appears on the space

next to it.

8. Click OK OK

OK OK

OK to return to the Voice

Editor main window.

9. Do steps 6 to 8 for the other

events.

10. When done, click SaveSave

SaveSave

Save. A

window appears prompting you

to save your configuration.

11. Type a file name with an .flh.flh

.flh.flh

.flh

extension, then click Save.

12. Click the Write Write

Write Write

Write button to

compress the file and copy into

the EEPROM.

13. Click Yes Yes

Yes Yes

Yes on the confirmation

window that appears.

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