ASUSTeK Computer MWOM4LA MOTHERBOARD User Manual FRONT A8V E Deluxe P65

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4BIOS setupThis chapter tells how to changethe system settings through the BIOSSetup menus. Detailed descriptionsof the BIOS parameters are alsoprovided.
ASUS A8V-E DeluxeASUS A8V-E DeluxeASUS A8V-E DeluxeASUS A8V-E DeluxeASUS A8V-E DeluxeChapter summary4.1 Managing and updating your BIOS ........................................ 4-14.2 BIOS setup program ........................................................... 4-114.3 Main menu .......................................................................... 4-154.4 Advanced menu .................................................................. 4-184.5 Power menu ........................................................................ 4-334.6 Boot menu .......................................................................... 4-374.7 Exit menu ........................................................................... 4-44
ASUS A8V-E DeluxeASUS A8V-E DeluxeASUS A8V-E DeluxeASUS A8V-E DeluxeASUS A8V-E Deluxe 4-14-14-14-14-14.1 Managing and updating your BIOSThe following utilities allow you to manage and update the motherboardBasic Input/Output System (BIOS) setup.1. AwardBIOS Flash Utility AwardBIOS Flash Utility AwardBIOS Flash Utility AwardBIOS Flash Utility AwardBIOS Flash Utility (Updates the BIOS in DOS mode using abootable floppy disk.)2. ASUS CrashFree BIOS 2 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 2 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 2 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 2 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 2 (Updates the BIOS using a bootablefloppy disk or the motherboard support CD when the BIOS file fails orgets corrupted.)3. ASUS EZ Flash ASUS EZ Flash ASUS EZ Flash ASUS EZ Flash ASUS EZ Flash (Updates the BIOS in DOS using a floppy disk or themotherboard support CD.)4. ASUS Update ASUS Update ASUS Update ASUS Update ASUS Update (Updates the BIOS in Windows® environment.)Refer to the corresponding sections for details on these utilities.4.1.14.1.14.1.14.1.14.1.1 Creating a bootable floppy diskCreating a bootable floppy diskCreating a bootable floppy diskCreating a bootable floppy diskCreating a bootable floppy disk1. Do either one of the following to create a bootable floppy disk.DOS environmenta. Insert a 1.44MB floppy disk into the drive.b. At the DOS prompt, type format A:/S     then press <Enter>.Windows® XP environmenta. Insert a 1.44 MB floppy disk to the floppy disk drive.b. Click Start Start Start Start Start from the Windows® desktop, then select MyMyMyMyMyComputerComputerComputerComputerComputer.c. Select the 3 1/2 Floppy Drive icon.d. Click File File File File File from the menu, then select FormatFormatFormatFormatFormat. A Format 3 1/2Format 3 1/2Format 3 1/2Format 3 1/2Format 3 1/2Floppy DiskFloppy DiskFloppy DiskFloppy DiskFloppy Disk window appears.e. Select Create an MS-DOS startup disk Create an MS-DOS startup disk Create an MS-DOS startup disk Create an MS-DOS startup disk Create an MS-DOS startup disk from the formatoptions field, then click StartStartStartStartStart.Windows® 2000 environmentTo create a set of boot disks for Windows® 2000:a. Insert a formatted, high density 1.44 MB floppy disk into the drive.b. Insert the Windows® 2000 CD to the optical drive.Save a copy of the original motherboard BIOS file to a bootable floppydisk in case you need to restore the BIOS in the future. Copy the originalmotherboard BIOS using the ASUS Update or AwardBIOS Flash utilities.
4-24-24-24-24-2 Chapter 4: BIOS setupChapter 4: BIOS setupChapter 4: BIOS setupChapter 4: BIOS setupChapter 4: BIOS setupc. Click StartStartStartStartStart, then select RunRunRunRunRun.d. From the Open field, typeD:\bootdisk\makeboot a:assuming that D: is your optical drive.e. Press <Enter>, then follow screen instructions to continue.2. Copy the original or the latest motherboard BIOS file to the bootablefloppy disk.4.1.24.1.24.1.24.1.24.1.2 Updating the BIOSUpdating the BIOSUpdating the BIOSUpdating the BIOSUpdating the BIOSThe Basic Input/Output System (BIOS) can be updated using theAwardBIOS Flash Utility. Follow these instructions to update the BIOS usingthis utility.1.   Download the latest BIOS file from the ASUS web site. Rename the fileto A8V-E.BINA8V-E.BINA8V-E.BINA8V-E.BINA8V-E.BIN and save it to a floppy disk.Save only the updated BIOS file in the floppy disk to avoid loading thewrong BIOS file.2. Copy the AwardBIOS Flash Utility (awdflash.exe) from the Softwarefolder of the support CD to the floppy disk with the latest BIOS file.3. Boot the system in DOS mode using the bootable floppy disk youcreated earlier.4. When the A:>A:>A:>A:>A:> appears, replace the bootable floppy disk with thefloppy disk containing the new BIOS file and the Award BIOS FlashUtility.5. At the prompt, typeawdflashawdflashawdflashawdflashawdflash then press<Enter>. The AwardBIOS Flash Utility screenappears.AwardBIOS Flash Utility for ASUS V1.01(C) Phoenix Technologies Ltd. All Rights ReservedMessage: Please input File Name!For K8T890-8237-A8V-E-00       DATE: 09/10/2004Flash Type - PMC Pm49FL004T LPC/FWHFile Name to Program:
ASUS A8V-E DeluxeASUS A8V-E DeluxeASUS A8V-E DeluxeASUS A8V-E DeluxeASUS A8V-E Deluxe 4-34-34-34-34-36. Type the BIOS file namein the File Name toFile Name toFile Name toFile Name toFile Name toProgramProgramProgramProgramProgram field, thenpress <Enter>.Do not turn off or reset the system during the flashing process!AwardBIOS Flash Utility for ASUS V1.01(C) Phoenix Technologies Ltd. All Rights ReservedFor K8T890-8237-A8V-E-00       DATE: 09/10/2004Flash Type - PMC Pm49FL004T LPC/FWHFile Name to Program: A8V-E.BINAwardBIOS Flash Utility for ASUS V1.01(C) Phoenix Technologies Ltd. All Rights Reserved  Warning: Don’t Turn Off Power Or Reset System!For K8T890-8237-A8V-E-00       DATE: 09/10/2004Flash Type - PMC Pm49FL004T LPC/FWHFile Name to Program: A8V-E.BINProgram Flashing Memory - OFE00 OK     Write OK        No Update        Write FailMessage: Do You Want To Save Bios (Y/N)9. The utility displays aFlashing CompleteFlashing CompleteFlashing CompleteFlashing CompleteFlashing Completemessage indicating thatyou have successfullyflashed the BIOS file.Press <F1> to restartthe system.AwardBIOS Flash Utility for ASUS V1.01(C) Phoenix Technologies Ltd. All Rights Reserved F1 ResetFor K8T890-8237-A8V-E-00       DATE: 09/10/2004Flash Type - PMC Pm49FL004T LPC/FWHFile Name to Program: A8V-E.BIN                Flashing Complete              Press <F1> to Continue     Write OK        No Update        Write Fail7. Press <N> when the utility prompts you to save the current BIOS file.The following screen appears.8. The utility verifies theBIOS file in the floppydisk and starts flashingthe BIOS file.
4-44-44-44-44-4 Chapter 4: BIOS setupChapter 4: BIOS setupChapter 4: BIOS setupChapter 4: BIOS setupChapter 4: BIOS setup3. Type a filename for thecurrent BIOS file in theSave current BIOSSave current BIOSSave current BIOSSave current BIOSSave current BIOSas as as as as field, then press<Enter>.4.  The utility saves thecurrent BIOS file to thefloppy disk, then returnsto the BIOS flashingprocess.4.1.34.1.34.1.34.1.34.1.3 Saving the current BIOS fileSaving the current BIOS fileSaving the current BIOS fileSaving the current BIOS fileSaving the current BIOS fileYou can use the AwardBIOS Flash Utility to save the current BIOS file. Youcan load the current BIOS file when the BIOS file gets corrupted during theflashing process.To save the current BIOS file using the AwardBIOS Flash Utility:1. Follow steps 1 to 6 of the previous section.2. Press <Y> when theutility prompts you tosave the current BIOSfile. The following screenappears.AwardBIOS Flash Utility for ASUS V1.01(C) Phoenix Technologies Ltd. All Rights Reserved Message:For K8T890-8237-A8V-E-00       DATE: 09/10/2004Flash Type - PMC Pm49FL004T LPC/FWHFile Name to Program: A8V-E.BINSave current BIOS as:AwardBIOS Flash Utility for ASUS V1.01(C) Phoenix Technologies Ltd. All Rights Reserved Message: Please Wait!For K8T890-8237-A8V-E-00       DATE: 09/10/2004Flash Type - PMC Pm49FL004T LPC/FWHFile Name to Program: A8V-E.BIN            Checksum: DAD6HSave current BIOS as: old.binAwardBIOS Flash Utility for ASUS V1.01(C) Phoenix Technologies Ltd. All Rights ReservedMessage: Please Wait!For K8T890-8237-A8V-E-00       DATE: 09/10/2004Flash Type - PMC Pm49FL004T LPC/FWHFile Name to Program: A8V-E.BIN             Now Backup System BIOS to                       File!
ASUS A8V-E DeluxeASUS A8V-E DeluxeASUS A8V-E DeluxeASUS A8V-E DeluxeASUS A8V-E Deluxe 4-54-54-54-54-54.1.44.1.44.1.44.1.44.1.4 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 2 utilityASUS CrashFree BIOS 2 utilityASUS CrashFree BIOS 2 utilityASUS CrashFree BIOS 2 utilityASUS CrashFree BIOS 2 utilityThe ASUS CrashFree BIOS 2 is an auto recovery tool that allows you torestore the BIOS file when it fails or gets corrupted during the updatingprocess. You can update a corrupted BIOS file using the motherboardsupport CD or the floppy disk that contains the updated BIOS file.Prepare the motherboard support CD or the floppy disk containing theupdated motherboard BIOS before using this utility.Recovering the BIOS from the support CDRecovering the BIOS from the support CDRecovering the BIOS from the support CDRecovering the BIOS from the support CDRecovering the BIOS from the support CDTo recover the BIOS from the support CD:1. Turn on the system.2. Insert the motherboard support CD to the optical drive.3. The utility displays the following message and automatically checksthe CD for the BIOS file.4. Restart the system after the utility completes the updating process.DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS! Doingso can cause system boot failure!Award BootBlock BIOS v1.0Copyright (c) 2000, Award Software, Inc.BIOS ROM checksum errorDetecting IDE ATAPI device...  Found CDROM, try to Boot from it... PassWhen found, the utility reads the BIOS file and starts flashing thecorrupted BIOS file.Award BootBlock BIOS v1.0Copyright (c) 2000, Award Software, Inc.BIOS ROM checksum errorDetecting IDE ATAPI device...
4-64-64-64-64-6 Chapter 4: BIOS setupChapter 4: BIOS setupChapter 4: BIOS setupChapter 4: BIOS setupChapter 4: BIOS setupThe recovered BIOS may not be the latest BIOS version for thismotherboard. Visit the ASUS website (www.asus.com) to download thelatest BIOS file.Recovering the BIOS from a floppy diskRecovering the BIOS from a floppy diskRecovering the BIOS from a floppy diskRecovering the BIOS from a floppy diskRecovering the BIOS from a floppy diskTo recover the BIOS from the support CD:1. Remove any CD from the optical drive, then turn on the system.2. Insert the floppy disk with the original or updated BIOS file to thefloppy disk drive.3. The utility displays the following message and automatically checksthe floppy disk for the original or updated BIOS file.4. Restart the system after the utility completes the updating process.DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS! Doingso can cause system boot failure!When no CD is found, the utility automatically checks the floppy drivefor the original or updated BIOS file. The utility then updates thecorrupted BIOS file.Award BootBlock BIOS v1.0Copyright (c) 2000, Award Software, Inc.BIOS ROM checksum errorDetecting IDE ATAPI device...  Found CDROM, try to Boot from it... FailDetecting floppy drive A media...Award BootBlock BIOS v1.0Copyright (c) 2000, Award Software, Inc.BIOS ROM checksum errorDetecting IDE ATAPI device...
ASUS A8V-E DeluxeASUS A8V-E DeluxeASUS A8V-E DeluxeASUS A8V-E DeluxeASUS A8V-E Deluxe 4-74-74-74-74-74.1.54.1.54.1.54.1.54.1.5 ASUS EZ Flash utilityASUS EZ Flash utilityASUS EZ Flash utilityASUS EZ Flash utilityASUS EZ Flash utilityThe ASUS EZ Flash feature allows you to update the BIOS without having togo through the long process of booting from a floppy disk and using aDOS-based utility. The EZ Flash utility is built-in the BIOS chip so it isaccessible by pressing <Alt> + <F2> during the Power-On Self Tests(POST).To update the BIOS using EZ Flash:1. Visit the ASUS website (www.asus.com) to download the latest BIOSfile for the motherboard.2. Save the BIOS file to a floppy disk, then restart the system.3. Press <Alt> + <F2> during POST to display the following.Insert Disk then press Enter or ESC to continue POST4. Insert the floppy diskthat contains the BIOSfile to the floppy diskdrive then press<Enter>. The followingscreen appears.Do not shutdown or reset the system while updating the BIOS toprevent system boot failure!AwardBIOS Flash Utility for ASUS V1.01(C) Phoenix Technologies Ltd. All Rights ReservedMessage: Please wait...For NF-KC804-A8N-SLI-00       DATE: 11/18/2004Flash Type - SST 49LF004A/B /3.3VFile Name to Program:5. When the correct BIOS file is found, EZ Flash performs the BIOSupdate process and automatically reboots the system when done.
4-84-84-84-84-8 Chapter 4: BIOS setupChapter 4: BIOS setupChapter 4: BIOS setupChapter 4: BIOS setupChapter 4: BIOS setupInstalling ASUS UpdateInstalling ASUS UpdateInstalling ASUS UpdateInstalling ASUS UpdateInstalling ASUS UpdateTo install ASUS Update:1. Place the support CD in the optical drive. The Drivers Drivers Drivers Drivers Drivers menu appears.2. Click the Utilities Utilities Utilities Utilities Utilities tab, then click Install ASUS UpdateInstall ASUS UpdateInstall ASUS UpdateInstall ASUS UpdateInstall ASUS UpdateVX.XX.XXVX.XX.XXVX.XX.XXVX.XX.XXVX.XX.XX. See page 5-3 for the Utilities Utilities Utilities Utilities Utilities screen menu.3. The ASUS Update utility is copied to your system.4.1.64.1.64.1.64.1.64.1.6 ASUS Update utilityASUS Update utilityASUS Update utilityASUS Update utilityASUS Update utilityThe ASUS Update is a utility that allows you to manage, save, and updatethe motherboard BIOS in Windows® environment. The ASUS Update utilityallows you to:•Save the current BIOS file•Download the latest BIOS file from the Internet•Update the BIOS from an updated BIOS file•Update the BIOS directly from the Internet, and•View the BIOS version information.This utility is available in the support CD that comes with the motherboardpackage.ASUS Update requires an Internet connection either through a networkor an Internet Service Provider (ISP).Quit all Windows® applications before you update the BIOS using thisutility.
ASUS A8V-E DeluxeASUS A8V-E DeluxeASUS A8V-E DeluxeASUS A8V-E DeluxeASUS A8V-E Deluxe 4-94-94-94-94-93. Select the ASUS FTP sitenearest you to avoid networktraffic, or click Auto SelectAuto SelectAuto SelectAuto SelectAuto Select.Click NextNextNextNextNext.Updating the BIOS through the InternetUpdating the BIOS through the InternetUpdating the BIOS through the InternetUpdating the BIOS through the InternetUpdating the BIOS through the InternetTo update the BIOS through the Internet:1. Launch the ASUS Update utility from the Windows® desktop by clickingStart Start Start Start Start > Programs  Programs  Programs  Programs  Programs > ASUS ASUS ASUS ASUS ASUS > ASUSUpdate ASUSUpdate ASUSUpdate ASUSUpdate ASUSUpdate > ASUSUpdateASUSUpdateASUSUpdateASUSUpdateASUSUpdate. TheASUS Update main window appears.2. Select Update BIOS fromUpdate BIOS fromUpdate BIOS fromUpdate BIOS fromUpdate BIOS fromthe Internet the Internet the Internet the Internet the Internet option from thedrop-down menu, then clickNextNextNextNextNext.
4-104-104-104-104-10 Chapter 4: BIOS setupChapter 4: BIOS setupChapter 4: BIOS setupChapter 4: BIOS setupChapter 4: BIOS setupUpdating the BIOS through a BIOS fileUpdating the BIOS through a BIOS fileUpdating the BIOS through a BIOS fileUpdating the BIOS through a BIOS fileUpdating the BIOS through a BIOS fileTo update the BIOS through a BIOS file:1. Launch the ASUS Update utility from the Windows® desktop byclicking Start Start Start Start Start > Programs  Programs  Programs  Programs  Programs > ASUS ASUS ASUS ASUS ASUS > ASUSUpdate ASUSUpdate ASUSUpdate ASUSUpdate ASUSUpdate >ASUSUpdateASUSUpdateASUSUpdateASUSUpdateASUSUpdate. The ASUS Update main window appears.2. Select Update BIOS from aUpdate BIOS from aUpdate BIOS from aUpdate BIOS from aUpdate BIOS from afile file file file file option from the drop-downmenu, then click NextNextNextNextNext.4. From the FTP site, select theBIOS version that you wish todownload. Click Next.5. Follow the screen instructions tocomplete the update process.The ASUS Update utility iscapable of updating itselfthrough the Internet. Alwaysupdate the utility to avail allits features.3. Locate the BIOS file from theOpen Open Open Open Open window, then click SaveSaveSaveSaveSave.4. Follow the screen instructions tocomplete the update process.
ASUS A8V-E DeluxeASUS A8V-E DeluxeASUS A8V-E DeluxeASUS A8V-E DeluxeASUS A8V-E Deluxe 4-114-114-114-114-114.2 BIOS setup programThis motherboard supports a programmable Low-Pin Count (LPC) chip thatyou can update using the provided utility described in section “4.1Managing and updating your BIOS.”Use the BIOS Setup program when you are installing a motherboard,reconfiguring your system, or prompted to “Run Setup”. This sectionexplains how to configure your system using this utility.Even if you are not prompted to use the Setup program, you can changethe configuration of your computer in the future. For example, you canenable the security password feature or change the power managementsettings. This requires you to reconfigure your system using the BIOSSetup program so that the computer can recognize these changes andrecord them in the CMOS RAM of the LPC chip.The LPC chip on the motherboard stores the Setup utility. When you startup the computer, the system provides you with the opportunity to run thisprogram. Press <Del>     during the Power-On Self-Test (POST) to enter theSetup utility; otherwise, POST continues with its test routines.If you wish to enter Setup after POST, restart the system by pressing<Ctrl+Alt+Delete>, or by pressing the reset button on the system chassis.You can also restart by turning the system off and then back on. Do thislast option only if the first two failed.The Setup program is designed to make it as easy to use as possible. Beinga menu-driven program, it lets you scroll through the various sub-menusand make your selections from the available options using the navigationkeys.•The default BIOS settings for this motherboard apply for mostconditions to ensure optimum performance. If the system becomesunstable after changing any BIOS settings, load the default settingsto ensure system compatibility and stability. Select the LoadLoadLoadLoadLoadDefault SettingsDefault SettingsDefault SettingsDefault SettingsDefault Settings item under the Exit Menu. See section “4.7 ExitMenu.”•The BIOS setup screens shown in this section are for referencepurposes only, and may not exactly match what you see on yourscreen.•Visit the ASUS website (www.asus.com) to download the latest BIOSfile for this motherboard and .
4-124-124-124-124-12 Chapter 4: BIOS setupChapter 4: BIOS setupChapter 4: BIOS setupChapter 4: BIOS setupChapter 4: BIOS setupF1:Help         ↑↓ : Select Item   -/+: Change Value           F5: Setup DefaultsESC: Exit        →←: Select Menu Enter: Select Sub-menu  F10: Save and ExitPhoenix-Award BIOS CMOS Setup Utility    Main   Advanced   Power   Boot   ExitSelect MenuItem Specific HelpChange the day, month,year and century.System Time              15 : 30 : 36System Date              Wed, Sep 15 2004Language [English]Legacy Diskette A: [1.44M, 3.5 in.]Primary IDE Master [ST321122A]Primary IDE Slave [ASUS CDS520/A]Secondary IDE Master [None]Secondary IDE Slave [None]HDD SMART Monitoring [Disabled]Installed Memory   256MB4.2.24.2.24.2.24.2.24.2.2 Menu barMenu barMenu barMenu barMenu barThe menu bar on top of the screen has the following main items:MainMainMainMainMain For changing the basic system configurationAdvancedAdvancedAdvancedAdvancedAdvanced For changing the advanced system settingsPowerPowerPowerPowerPower For changing the advanced power management (APM)configurationBootBootBootBootBoot For changing the system boot configurationExitExitExitExitExit For selecting the exit options and loading default settingsTo select an item on the menu bar, press the right or left arrow key on thekeyboard until the desired item is highlighted.4.2.14.2.14.2.14.2.14.2.1 BIOS menu screenBIOS menu screenBIOS menu screenBIOS menu screenBIOS menu screen•The BIOS setup screens shown in this chapter are for referencepurposes only, and may not exactly match what you see on yourscreen.•Visit the ASUS website (www.asus.com) to download the latest BIOSinformation.Legend barLegend barLegend barLegend barLegend barGeneral helpGeneral helpGeneral helpGeneral helpGeneral helpMenu barMenu barMenu barMenu barMenu barSub-menu itemsSub-menu itemsSub-menu itemsSub-menu itemsSub-menu itemsConfiguration fieldsConfiguration fieldsConfiguration fieldsConfiguration fieldsConfiguration fieldsMenu itemsMenu itemsMenu itemsMenu itemsMenu items
ASUS A8V-E DeluxeASUS A8V-E DeluxeASUS A8V-E DeluxeASUS A8V-E DeluxeASUS A8V-E Deluxe 4-134-134-134-134-134.2.44.2.44.2.44.2.44.2.4 Menu itemsMenu itemsMenu itemsMenu itemsMenu itemsThe highlighted item on the menu bar  displays the specific items for thatmenu. For example, selecting Main Main Main Main Main shows the Main menu items.The other items (Advanced, Power, Boot, and Exit) on the menu bar havetheir respective menu items.4.2.54.2.54.2.54.2.54.2.5 Sub-menu itemsSub-menu itemsSub-menu itemsSub-menu itemsSub-menu itemsA solid triangle before each item on any menu screen means that the iteamhas a sub-menu. To display the sub-menu, select the item and press<Enter>.4.2.64.2.64.2.64.2.64.2.6 Configuration fieldsConfiguration fieldsConfiguration fieldsConfiguration fieldsConfiguration fieldsThese fields show the values for the menu items. If an item isuser-configurable, you can change the value of the field opposite the item.You cannot select an item that is not user-configurable.A configurable field is enclosed in brackets, and is highlighted whenselected. To change the value of a field, select it then press <Enter> todisplay a list of options. Refer to “4.2.7 Pop-up window.”4.2.34.2.34.2.34.2.34.2.3 Legend barLegend barLegend barLegend barLegend barAt the bottom of the Setup screen is a legend bar. The keys in the legendbar allow you to navigate through the various setup menus. The followingtable lists the keys found in the legend bar with their correspondingfunctions.Navigation KeyNavigation KeyNavigation KeyNavigation KeyNavigation Key FunctionFunctionFunctionFunctionFunction<F1><F1><F1><F1><F1> Displays the General Help screen<F5><F5><F5><F5><F5> Loads setup default values<Esc><Esc><Esc><Esc><Esc> Exits the BIOS setup or returns to the main menufrom a sub-menuLeft or Right arrowLeft or Right arrowLeft or Right arrowLeft or Right arrowLeft or Right arrow Selects the menu item to the left or rightUp or Down arrowUp or Down arrowUp or Down arrowUp or Down arrowUp or Down arrow Moves the highlight up or down between fieldsPage Down or – (minus)Page Down or – (minus)Page Down or – (minus)Page Down or – (minus)Page Down or – (minus) Scrolls backward through the values for thehighlighted fieldPage Up or + (plus)Page Up or + (plus)Page Up or + (plus)Page Up or + (plus)Page Up or + (plus) Scrolls forward through the values for the highlightedfield<Enter><Enter><Enter><Enter><Enter> Brings up a selection menu for the highlighted field<F10><F10><F10><F10><F10> Saves changes and exit
4-144-144-144-144-14 Chapter 4: BIOS setupChapter 4: BIOS setupChapter 4: BIOS setupChapter 4: BIOS setupChapter 4: BIOS setup4.2.74.2.74.2.74.2.74.2.7 Pop-up windowPop-up windowPop-up windowPop-up windowPop-up windowSelect a menu item then press <Enter> to display a pop-up window withthe configuration options for that item.F1:Help         ↑↓ : Select Item   -/+: Change Value           F5: Setup DefaultsESC: Exit        →←: Select Menu Enter: Select Sub-menu  F10: Save and ExitPhoenix-Award BIOS CMOS Setup Utility    Main   Advanced   Power   Boot   ExitSelect MenuItem Specific HelpSpecifies the capacityand physical size ofdiskette drive A.System Time 15 : 30 : 36System Date Wed, Sep 15 2004Legacy Diskette A: [1.44M, 3.5 in.]Primary IDE Master [ST321122A]Primary IDE Slave [ASUS CDS520/A]Secondary IDE Master [None]Secondary IDE Slave [None]HDD SMART Monitoring [Disabled]Installed Memory   256MBLegacy Diskette A:Disabled ..... [ ]360K , 5.25 in. ..... [ ]1.2M , 5.25 in. ..... [ ]720K , 3.5 in. ..... [ ]1.44M, 3.5 in. ..... [ ]2.88M, 3.5 in. ..... [ ]  ↑↓ :Move  ENTER:Accept  ESC:AbortPop-up menuPop-up menuPop-up menuPop-up menuPop-up menu4.2.84.2.84.2.84.2.84.2.8 General helpGeneral helpGeneral helpGeneral helpGeneral helpAt the top right corner of the menu screen is a brief description of theselected item.
ASUS A8V-E DeluxeASUS A8V-E DeluxeASUS A8V-E DeluxeASUS A8V-E DeluxeASUS A8V-E Deluxe 4-154-154-154-154-15F1:Help         ↑↓ : Select Item   -/+: Change Value           F5: Setup DefaultsESC: Exit        →←: Select Menu Enter: Select Sub-menu  F10: Save and ExitPhoenix-Award BIOS CMOS Setup Utility    Main   Advanced   Power   Boot   ExitSelect MenuItem Specific HelpChange the day, month,year and century.System Time              15 : 30 : 36System Date              Wed, Sep 15 2004Language [English]Legacy Diskette A: [1.44M, 3.5 in.]Primary IDE Master [ST321122A]Primary IDE Slave [ASUS CDS520/A]Secondary IDE Master [None]Secondary IDE Slave [None]HDD SMART Monitoring [Disabled]Installed Memory   256MB4.3 Main menuWhen you enter the BIOS Setup program, the Main menu screen appears,giving you an overview of the basic system information.Refer to section “4.2.1  BIOS menu screen” for information on the menuscreen items and how to navigate through them.4.3.14.3.14.3.14.3.14.3.1 System Time [xx:xx:xxxx]System Time [xx:xx:xxxx]System Time [xx:xx:xxxx]System Time [xx:xx:xxxx]System Time [xx:xx:xxxx]Allows you to set the system time.4.3.24.3.24.3.24.3.24.3.2 System Date [Day xx/xx/xxxx]System Date [Day xx/xx/xxxx]System Date [Day xx/xx/xxxx]System Date [Day xx/xx/xxxx]System Date [Day xx/xx/xxxx]Allows you to set the system date.4.3.34.3.34.3.34.3.34.3.3 Language [English]Language [English]Language [English]Language [English]Language [English]Allows you to choose the BIOS language version from the options.Configuration options: [English] [French] [German]4.3.44.3.44.3.44.3.44.3.4 Legacy Diskette A [1.44M, 3.5 in.]Legacy Diskette A [1.44M, 3.5 in.]Legacy Diskette A [1.44M, 3.5 in.]Legacy Diskette A [1.44M, 3.5 in.]Legacy Diskette A [1.44M, 3.5 in.]Sets the type of floppy drive installed. Configuration options: [Disabled][360K, 5.25 in.] [1.2M , 5.25 in.] [720K , 3.5 in.] [1.44M, 3.5 in.][2.88M, 3.5 in.]
4-164-164-164-164-16 Chapter 4: BIOS setupChapter 4: BIOS setupChapter 4: BIOS setupChapter 4: BIOS setupChapter 4: BIOS setupBefore attempting to configure a hard disk drive, make sure you havethe correct configuration information supplied by the drivemanufacturer. Incorrect settings may cause the system to fail torecognize the installed hard disk.4.3.54.3.54.3.54.3.54.3.5 Primary and Secondary IDE Master/SlavePrimary and Secondary IDE Master/SlavePrimary and Secondary IDE Master/SlavePrimary and Secondary IDE Master/SlavePrimary and Secondary IDE Master/SlaveWhile entering Setup, the BIOS automatically detects the presence of IDEdevices. There is a separate sub-menu for each IDE device. Select a deviceitem then press <Enter> to display the IDE device information.The BIOS automatically detects the values opposite the dimmed items(Capacity, Cylinder,  Head, Sector and Transfer Mode). These values are notuser-configurable. These items show N/A if no IDE device is installed in thesystem.Primary/Secondary IDE Master/Slave [Auto]Primary/Secondary IDE Master/Slave [Auto]Primary/Secondary IDE Master/Slave [Auto]Primary/Secondary IDE Master/Slave [Auto]Primary/Secondary IDE Master/Slave [Auto]Select [Auto] to automatically detect an IDE hard disk drive. If automaticdetection is successful, the BIOS automatically fills in the correct values forthe remaining fields on this sub-menu. If the hard disk was alreadyformatted on a previous system, the setup BIOS may detect incorrectparameters. Select [Manual] to manually enter the IDE hard disk driveparameters. If no drive is installed select [None].Configuration options: [None] [Auto] [Manual]Access Mode [Auto]Access Mode [Auto]Access Mode [Auto]Access Mode [Auto]Access Mode [Auto]The default [Auto] allows automatic detection of an IDE hard disk drive.Select [CHS] for this item if you set the IDE Primary Master/Slave to[Manual]. Configuration options: [CHS] [LBA] [Large] [Auto]F1:Help         ↑↓ : Select Item   -/+: Change Value           F5: Setup DefaultsESC: Exit        →←: Select Menu Enter: Select Sub-menu  F10: Save and ExitPhoenix-Award BIOS CMOS Setup Utility    MainSelect MenuItem Specific HelpPress [Enter] toselectPrimary IDE Master  Primary IDE Master [Auto]Access Mode [Auto]Capacity 13579 MBCylinder 26310Head    16Sector    63PIO Mode [Auto]UDMA Mode [Auto]Transfer Mode  UDMA 4
ASUS A8V-E DeluxeASUS A8V-E DeluxeASUS A8V-E DeluxeASUS A8V-E DeluxeASUS A8V-E Deluxe 4-174-174-174-174-17CapacityCapacityCapacityCapacityCapacityDisplays the auto-detected hard disk capacity. This item is notconfigurable.CylinderCylinderCylinderCylinderCylinderShows the number of the hard disk cylinders. This item is not configurable.HeadHeadHeadHeadHeadShows the number of the hard disk read/write heads. This item is notconfigurable.SectorSectorSectorSectorSectorShows the number of sectors per track. This item is not configurable.PIO ModePIO ModePIO ModePIO ModePIO ModeSets the PIO mode for the IDE device.Configuration options: [Auto] [Mode 0] [Mode 1] [Mode 2] [Mode 3][Mode 4]UDMA ModeUDMA ModeUDMA ModeUDMA ModeUDMA ModeDisables or sets the UDMA mode. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Auto]Transfer ModeTransfer ModeTransfer ModeTransfer ModeTransfer ModeShows the Transfer mode. This item is not configurable.After entering the IDE hard disk drive information into BIOS, use a diskutility, such as FDISK, to partition and format new IDE hard disk drives.This is necessary so that you can write or read data from the hard disk.Make sure to set the partition of the Primary IDE hard disk drives toactive.4.3.64.3.64.3.64.3.64.3.6 HDD SMART MonitoringHDD SMART MonitoringHDD SMART MonitoringHDD SMART MonitoringHDD SMART MonitoringEnables or disables the hard disk Self-Monitoring Analysis & ReportingTechnology (SMART) feature. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]4.3.74.3.74.3.74.3.74.3.7 Installed MemoryInstalled MemoryInstalled MemoryInstalled MemoryInstalled MemoryShows the size of installed memory.
4-184-184-184-184-18 Chapter 4: BIOS setupChapter 4: BIOS setupChapter 4: BIOS setupChapter 4: BIOS setupChapter 4: BIOS setupPhoenix-Award BIOS CMOS Setup Utility    Main   Advanced   Power   Boot   ExitSelect MenuItem Specific HelpPress Enter to SetCPU ConfigurationChipsetPCIPnPOnboard Device ConfigurationUSB ConfigurationJumperFree ConfigurationLAN Cable StatusPEG Link ModeSpeech ConfigurationInstant Music4.4.14.4.14.4.14.4.14.4.1 CPU ConfigurationCPU ConfigurationCPU ConfigurationCPU ConfigurationCPU ConfigurationCool N’ Quiet [Auto]Cool N’ Quiet [Auto]Cool N’ Quiet [Auto]Cool N’ Quiet [Auto]Cool N’ Quiet [Auto]Allows you to disable or set the AMD Cool ‘n’ Quiet!™ Technology feature.Configuration options: [Auto] [Disabled]• Make sure that the above item is set to Auto Auto Auto Auto Auto if you want to usethe AMD CPU Cool ‘n’ Quiet!™ Technology feature.•This feature requires the AMD CPU heatsink and fan assembly withmonitor chip. If you purchased a separate heatsink and fan package,use the ASUS Q-Fan Technology feature to automatically adjust theCPU fan speed according to your system loading.F1:Help         ↑↓ : Select Item   -/+: Change Value           F5: Setup DefaultsESC: Exit        →←: Select Menu Enter: Select Sub-menu  F10: Save and ExitSelect MenuItem Specific HelpCPU Configuration  CPU Type AMD Athlon(tm) 64 Processor 3400+CPU Speed 2200MHzCache RAM  512KCurrent FSB Frequency  200 MHzAMD K8 Cool’n’Quiet control [Auto]Phoenix-Award BIOS CMOS Setup Utility       Advanced4.4 Advanced menuThe Advanced menu items allow you to change the settings for the CPUand other system devices.Take caution when changing the settings of the Advanced menu items.Incorrect field values can cause the system to malfunction.F1:Help         ↑↓ : Select Item   -/+: Change Value           F5: Setup DefaultsESC: Exit        →←: Select Menu Enter: Select Sub-menu  F10: Save and Exit
ASUS A8V-E DeluxeASUS A8V-E DeluxeASUS A8V-E DeluxeASUS A8V-E DeluxeASUS A8V-E Deluxe 4-194-194-194-194-194.4.24.4.24.4.24.4.24.4.2 ChipsetChipsetChipsetChipsetChipsetDRAM ConfigurationDRAM ConfigurationDRAM ConfigurationDRAM ConfigurationDRAM ConfigurationThe items in this sub-menu show the DRAM-related informationauto-detected by the BIOS.F1:Help         ↑↓ : Select Item   -/+: Change Value           F5: Setup DefaultsESC: Exit        →←: Select Menu Enter: Select Sub-menu  F10: Save and ExitSelect MenuItem Specific HelpPlace an artificialmemory clock limit onthe system. Memory isprevented fromrunning faster thanthis frequency.DRAM Configuration  Current DRAM Frequency  166 MHzMax Memclock (MHz) [Auto]CAS# latency (Tcl) [Auto]RAS# to CAS# delay  (Trcd) [Auto]Min RAS# active time(Tras) [Auto]Row precharge Time  (Trp) [Auto]Master ECC Enable [Enabled]Phoenix-Award BIOS CMOS Setup Utility       AdvancedF1:Help         ↑↓ : Select Item   -/+: Change Value           F5: Setup DefaultsESC: Exit        →←: Select Menu Enter: Select Sub-menu  F10: Save and ExitSelect MenuItem Specific HelpDRAM timing andcontrolChipsetDRAM ConfigurationUpstream LDT Bus Width [16 bit]Downstream LDT Bus Width [16 bit]LDT Bus Frequency [Auto]VLink Mode Selection [By Auto]PEG Data Scrambling [Auto]PE0-PE3 Data Scrambling [Enable]Init Display First [PCI SlotChipset Vcore Adjustment [+1.6 V]Phoenix-Award BIOS CMOS Setup Utility       AdvancedCurrent DRAM FrequencyShows the Transfer mode. This item is not configurable.Max Memclock (MHz) [Auto]Sets the maximum operating memory clock.Configuration options: [Auto] [DDR200] [DDR266] [DDR333][DDR400]
4-204-204-204-204-20 Chapter 4: BIOS setupChapter 4: BIOS setupChapter 4: BIOS setupChapter 4: BIOS setupChapter 4: BIOS setupCAS# latency (Tcl) [Auto]Controls the latency between the SDRAM read command and the timethe data actually becomes available. Configuration options: [Auto][2.0] [2.5] [3.0]RAS# to CAS# delay (Trcd) [Auto]Controls the latency between the DDR SDRAM active command andthe read/write command. Configuration options: [Auto] [2] [3] [4][5] [6] [7]Min RAS# active time (Tras) [Auto]Sets the minimum RAS# active time. Configuration options: [Auto] [5][6] [7] [8] [9] [10] [11] [12] [13] [14] [15]Row precharge Time (Trp) [Auto]Sets the Row precharge time. Configuration options: [Auto] [2] [3][4] [5] [6]Master ECC Enable [Enabled]Enables or disables the Master ECC feature.Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]Upstream LDT Bus Width [16 bit]Upstream LDT Bus Width [16 bit]Upstream LDT Bus Width [16 bit]Upstream LDT Bus Width [16 bit]Upstream LDT Bus Width [16 bit]Sets the upstream Lightning Data Transport (LDT) Bus Width.Configuration options: [ 8 bit] [16 bit]Downstream LDT Bus Width [16 bit]Downstream LDT Bus Width [16 bit]Downstream LDT Bus Width [16 bit]Downstream LDT Bus Width [16 bit]Downstream LDT Bus Width [16 bit]Sets the downstream Lightning Data Transport (LDT) Bus Width.Configuration options: [ 8 bit] [16 bit]LDT Bus Frequency [Auto]LDT Bus Frequency [Auto]LDT Bus Frequency [Auto]LDT Bus Frequency [Auto]LDT Bus Frequency [Auto]Sets the Lightning Data Transport (LDT) Bus frequency.Configuration options: [Auto] [1 GHz] [800 MHz] [600 MHz] [400 MHz][200 MHz]VLink Mode Selection [By Auto]VLink Mode Selection [By Auto]VLink Mode Selection [By Auto]VLink Mode Selection [By Auto]VLink Mode Selection [By Auto]Sets the VLink mode. Configuration options: [By Auto] [Mode 0] [Mode 1][Mode 2] [Mode 3] [Mode 4]PEG Data Scrambling [Auto]PEG Data Scrambling [Auto]PEG Data Scrambling [Auto]PEG Data Scrambling [Auto]PEG Data Scrambling [Auto]Disables or enables the PCI Express™ graphics data scrambling.Configuration options: [Auto] [Disable] [Enable]
ASUS A8V-E DeluxeASUS A8V-E DeluxeASUS A8V-E DeluxeASUS A8V-E DeluxeASUS A8V-E Deluxe 4-214-214-214-214-21PE0-PE3 Data Scrambling [Enable]PE0-PE3 Data Scrambling [Enable]PE0-PE3 Data Scrambling [Enable]PE0-PE3 Data Scrambling [Enable]PE0-PE3 Data Scrambling [Enable]Disables or enables the PCI Express™ 0 to PCI Express™ 3 data scrambling.Configuration options: [Disable] [Enable]Init Display First [PCI Slot]Init Display First [PCI Slot]Init Display First [PCI Slot]Init Display First [PCI Slot]Init Display First [PCI Slot]Allows you to select the graphics controller to use as the primary bootdevice. Configuration options: [PCI Slot] [PCIEx]Chipset Vcore Adjustment [+1.5 V]Chipset Vcore Adjustment [+1.5 V]Chipset Vcore Adjustment [+1.5 V]Chipset Vcore Adjustment [+1.5 V]Chipset Vcore Adjustment [+1.5 V]Sets the chipset vcore adjustment voltage.Configuration options: [+1.5 V] [+1.6 V]F1:Help         ↑↓ : Select Item   -/+: Change Value           F5: Setup DefaultsESC: Exit        →←: Select Menu Enter: Select Sub-menu  F10: Save and ExitSelect MenuItem Specific HelpSelect Yes if you areusing a Plug and Playcapable operatingsystem. Select No if youneed the BIOS toconfigure non-bootdevices.Frequency/Voltage controlPlug & Play O/S [No]Resources Controlled By [Auto]xIRQ ResourcesPCI/VGA Palette Snoop [Disabled]Assign IRQ for VGA [Enabled]** PCI Express relative items **Maximum Payload Size [4096]Phoenix-Award BIOS CMOS Setup Utility       Advanced4.4.34.4.34.4.34.4.34.4.3 PCI PnPPCI PnPPCI PnPPCI PnPPCI PnPPlug & Play O/S [No]Plug & Play O/S [No]Plug & Play O/S [No]Plug & Play O/S [No]Plug & Play O/S [No]When set to [No], the BIOS configures all the devices in the system. Whenset to [Yes] and if you install a Plug and Play operating system, theoperating system configures the Plug and Play devices not required forboot. Configuration options: [No] [Yes]Resources Controlled By [Auto]Resources Controlled By [Auto]Resources Controlled By [Auto]Resources Controlled By [Auto]Resources Controlled By [Auto]When set to [Auto], the BIOS automatically configures all the boot andPlug and Play compatible devices. Set to [Manual] if you want to assign theIRQ DMA and memory base address fields.Configuration options: [Auto] [Manual]
4-224-224-224-224-22 Chapter 4: BIOS setupChapter 4: BIOS setupChapter 4: BIOS setupChapter 4: BIOS setupChapter 4: BIOS setupIRQ ResourcesIRQ ResourcesIRQ ResourcesIRQ ResourcesIRQ ResourcesThis sub-menu is activated only when the Resources Controlled ByResources Controlled ByResources Controlled ByResources Controlled ByResources Controlled Byitem is set to Manual.F1:Help         ↑↓ : Select Item   -/+: Change Value           F5: Setup DefaultsESC: Exit        →←: Select Menu Enter: Select Sub-menu  F10: Save and ExitSelect MenuItem Specific HelpLegacy ISA for devicescompliant with theoriginal PC AT busspecification, PCI/ISAPnP for devicescompliant with thePlug and Play standardwhether designed forPCI or ISA busarchitectureIRQ ResourcesIRQ-3 assigned to [PCI Device]IRQ-4 assigned to [PCI Device]IRQ-5 assigned to [PCI Device]IRQ-7 assigned to [PCI Device]IRQ-9 assigned to [PCI Device]IRQ-10 assigned to [PCI Device]IRQ-11 assigned to [PCI Device]IRQ-12 assigned to [PCI Device]IRQ-14 assigned to [PCI Device]IRQ-15 assigned to [PCI Device]Phoenix-Award BIOS CMOS Setup Utility       AdvancedIRQ-xx assigned toWhen set to [PCI Device], the specific IRQ is free for use of PCI/PnPdevices. When set to [Reserved], the IRQ is reserved for legacy ISAdevices. Configuration options: [PCI Device] [Reserved]PCI/VGA Palette Snoop [Disabled]PCI/VGA Palette Snoop [Disabled]PCI/VGA Palette Snoop [Disabled]PCI/VGA Palette Snoop [Disabled]PCI/VGA Palette Snoop [Disabled]When set to [Enabled], the pallete snooping feature informs the PCIdevices that an ISA graphics device is installed in the system so that thelatter can function correctly. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]Assign IRQ for VGA [Enabled]Assign IRQ for VGA [Enabled]Assign IRQ for VGA [Enabled]Assign IRQ for VGA [Enabled]Assign IRQ for VGA [Enabled]When set to [Enabled], the BIOS assigns an IRQ to PCI VGA card if the cardrequests for an IRQ. When set to [Disabled], the BIOS does not assign anIRQ to the PCI VGA card even if requested.Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]Maximum Payload Size [4096]Maximum Payload Size [4096]Maximum Payload Size [4096]Maximum Payload Size [4096]Maximum Payload Size [4096]Sets the maximum payload size in bytes for PCI Express devices.Configuration options: [128] [256] [512] [1024] [2048] [4096]When the item Resources Controlled By is set to [Auto], the item IRQResources is grayed out and not user-configurable. Refer to the section“IRQ Resources” for information on how to enable this item.
ASUS A8V-E DeluxeASUS A8V-E DeluxeASUS A8V-E DeluxeASUS A8V-E DeluxeASUS A8V-E Deluxe 4-234-234-234-234-23F1:Help         ↑↓ : Select Item   -/+: Change Value           F5: Setup DefaultsESC: Exit        →←: Select Menu Enter: Select Sub-menu  F10: Save and ExitSelect MenuItem Specific HelpEnable/Disable Onboard1394 device support.Onboard Device ConfigurationOnboard 1394 Controller [Enabled]Onboard PCIE GbE LAN [Enabled]Onboard LAN Boot ROM [Disabled]Onboard Wireless LAN [Enabled]OnChip SATA [Enabled]SATA Mode [RAID]Onboard AC97 Audio [Auto]Serial Port1 Address [3F8/IRQ4]Parallel Port Address [378/IRQ7]Parallel Port Mode [ECP+EPP]EPP Mode Select [EPP1.7]ECP MOde Use DMA [3]Game Port Address [201]Midi Port Address [330]Midi Port IRQ [10]Phoenix-Award BIOS CMOS Setup Utility       Advanced4.4.44.4.44.4.44.4.44.4.4 Onboard Devices ConfigurationOnboard Devices ConfigurationOnboard Devices ConfigurationOnboard Devices ConfigurationOnboard Devices ConfigurationOnboard 1394 Controller [Enabled]Onboard 1394 Controller [Enabled]Onboard 1394 Controller [Enabled]Onboard 1394 Controller [Enabled]Onboard 1394 Controller [Enabled]Enables or disables the onboard 1394 controller.Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled]OnBoard PCIEX GbE LAN [Enabled]OnBoard PCIEX GbE LAN [Enabled]OnBoard PCIEX GbE LAN [Enabled]OnBoard PCIEX GbE LAN [Enabled]OnBoard PCIEX GbE LAN [Enabled]Allows you to enable or disable the onboard PCI Express Gigabit LANcontroller.  Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]OnBoard LAN Boot ROM [Disabled]OnBoard LAN Boot ROM [Disabled]OnBoard LAN Boot ROM [Disabled]OnBoard LAN Boot ROM [Disabled]OnBoard LAN Boot ROM [Disabled]Allows you to enable or disable the onboard LAN boot ROM.Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]OnBoard Wireless LAN [Enabled]OnBoard Wireless LAN [Enabled]OnBoard Wireless LAN [Enabled]OnBoard Wireless LAN [Enabled]OnBoard Wireless LAN [Enabled]Allows you to enable or disable the onboard Wi-Fi controller.Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]OnChip SATA [Enabled]OnChip SATA [Enabled]OnChip SATA [Enabled]OnChip SATA [Enabled]OnChip SATA [Enabled]Allows you to enable or disable the onboard VIA Serial ATA controller.Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]SATA Mode [RAID]SATA Mode [RAID]SATA Mode [RAID]SATA Mode [RAID]SATA Mode [RAID]Allows you to set the onboard VIA SATA RAID controller mode.Configuration options: [IDE] [RAID]
4-244-244-244-244-24 Chapter 4: BIOS setupChapter 4: BIOS setupChapter 4: BIOS setupChapter 4: BIOS setupChapter 4: BIOS setupOnboard AC97 Audio [Auto]Onboard AC97 Audio [Auto]Onboard AC97 Audio [Auto]Onboard AC97 Audio [Auto]Onboard AC97 Audio [Auto]Allows you to disable or set the onboard AC97 audio controller.Configuration options: [Disabled] [Auto]Serial Port1 Address [3F8/IRQ4]Serial Port1 Address [3F8/IRQ4]Serial Port1 Address [3F8/IRQ4]Serial Port1 Address [3F8/IRQ4]Serial Port1 Address [3F8/IRQ4]Allows you to select the Serial Port1 base address.Configuration options: [Disabled] [3F8/IRQ4] [2F8/IRQ3] [3E8/IRQ4][2E8/IRQ3] [Auto]Parallel Port Address [378/IRQ7]Parallel Port Address [378/IRQ7]Parallel Port Address [378/IRQ7]Parallel Port Address [378/IRQ7]Parallel Port Address [378/IRQ7]Allows you to select the Parallel Port base addresses.Configuration options: [Disabled] [378/IRQ7] [278/IRQ5] [3BC/IRQ7]Parallel Port Mode [ECP+EPP]Parallel Port Mode [ECP+EPP]Parallel Port Mode [ECP+EPP]Parallel Port Mode [ECP+EPP]Parallel Port Mode [ECP+EPP]Allows you to select the Parallel Port  mode.Configuration options: [Normal] [SPP] [EPP] [ECP] [ECP+EPP] [Normal]EPP Mode Select [EPP1.7]EPP Mode Select [EPP1.7]EPP Mode Select [EPP1.7]EPP Mode Select [EPP1.7]EPP Mode Select [EPP1.7]Allows selection of the Parallel Port EPP version.Configuration options: [EPP1.9] [EPP1.7]ECP Mode Use DMA [3]ECP Mode Use DMA [3]ECP Mode Use DMA [3]ECP Mode Use DMA [3]ECP Mode Use DMA [3]Allows selection of ECP Mode. Configuration options: [1] [3]Game Port Address [201]Game Port Address [201]Game Port Address [201]Game Port Address [201]Game Port Address [201]Allows you to select the Game Port address or to disable the port.Configuration options: [Disabled] [201] [209]Midi Port Address [330]Midi Port Address [330]Midi Port Address [330]Midi Port Address [330]Midi Port Address [330]Allows you to select the Game Port address or to disable the port.Configuration options: [Disabled] [330] [300] [290]Midi Port IRQ [10]Midi Port IRQ [10]Midi Port IRQ [10]Midi Port IRQ [10]Midi Port IRQ [10]Allows you to set the Midi port IRQ address. Configuration options: [5] [10]
ASUS A8V-E DeluxeASUS A8V-E DeluxeASUS A8V-E DeluxeASUS A8V-E DeluxeASUS A8V-E Deluxe 4-254-254-254-254-25F1:Help         ↑↓ : Select Item   -/+: Change Value           F5: Setup DefaultsESC: Exit        →←: Select Menu Enter: Select Sub-menu  F10: Save and ExitSelect MenuItem Specific HelpUSB ConfigurationOnChip USB Controller [Enabled]OnChip EHCI Controller [Enabled]USB Legacy support [Enabled]Phoenix-Award BIOS CMOS Setup Utility       Advanced4.4.54.4.54.4.54.4.54.4.5 USB ConfigurationUSB ConfigurationUSB ConfigurationUSB ConfigurationUSB ConfigurationThe items in this menu allows you to change the USB-related features.Select an item then press <Enter> to display the configuration options.OnChip USB Controller [Enabled]OnChip USB Controller [Enabled]OnChip USB Controller [Enabled]OnChip USB Controller [Enabled]OnChip USB Controller [Enabled]Allows you to enable or disable the onchip USB controller.Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]OnChip EHCI Controller [Enabled]OnChip EHCI Controller [Enabled]OnChip EHCI Controller [Enabled]OnChip EHCI Controller [Enabled]OnChip EHCI Controller [Enabled]Allows you to enable or disable the onchip Enhanced Host ControllerInterface (EHCI) controller. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]USB Legacy Support [Enabled]USB Legacy Support [Enabled]USB Legacy Support [Enabled]USB Legacy Support [Enabled]USB Legacy Support [Enabled]Allows you to enable or disable support for USB devices on legacyoperating systems (OS). Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]
4-264-264-264-264-26 Chapter 4: BIOS setupChapter 4: BIOS setupChapter 4: BIOS setupChapter 4: BIOS setupChapter 4: BIOS setup4.4.64.4.64.4.64.4.64.4.6 JumperFree ConfigurationJumperFree ConfigurationJumperFree ConfigurationJumperFree ConfigurationJumperFree ConfigurationOverclock Profile [Auto]Overclock Profile [Auto]Overclock Profile [Auto]Overclock Profile [Auto]Overclock Profile [Auto]Allows selection of CPU overclocking options to achieve desired CPUinternal frequency. Select either one of the preset overclockingconfiguration options:ManualManualManualManualManual Allows you to individually set overclockingparameters.AutoAutoAutoAutoAuto Loads the optimal settings for the system.StandardStandardStandardStandardStandard Loads the standard settings for the system.Overclock ProfileOverclock ProfileOverclock ProfileOverclock ProfileOverclock Profile Loads overclocking profiles with optimalparameters for stability when overclocking.AI N.O.S.AI N.O.S.AI N.O.S.AI N.O.S.AI N.O.S. The ASUS AI Non-delay Overclocking Systemfeature intelligently determines the systemload and automatically boost the performancefor the most demanding tasks.F1:Help         ↑↓ : Select Item   -/+: Change Value           F5: Setup DefaultsESC: Exit        →←: Select Menu Enter: Select Sub-menu  F10: Save and ExitSelect MenuItem Specific HelpJumperFree ConfigurationOverclock Profile [Auto]xOverclock Options  Overclock 3%xN.O.S. Option  Overclock 3%x Frequency ConfigurationxCPU Multiplier  AutoxHammer Vid control  StartupxMemory Voltage Adjustment  2.70 Vx CPU Vcore Adjustment  +100 mvPhoenix-Award BIOS CMOS Setup Utility       Advanced
ASUS A8V-E DeluxeASUS A8V-E DeluxeASUS A8V-E DeluxeASUS A8V-E DeluxeASUS A8V-E Deluxe 4-274-274-274-274-27The following items are user-configurable only when the AI Overclockingitem is set to [Manual].F1:Help         ↑↓ : Select Item   -/+: Change Value           F5: Setup DefaultsESC: Exit        →←: Select Menu Enter: Select Sub-menu  F10: Save and ExitSelect MenuItem Specific HelpJumperFree ConfigurationOverclock Profile [Auto]xOverclock Options  DisabledxN.O.S. Option  Disabled Frequency ConfigurationCPU Multiplier [Auto]Hammer Vid control [Startup]Memory Voltage Adjustment [2.75 V]CPU Vcore Adjustment [+100 mv]Phoenix-Award BIOS CMOS Setup Utility       AdvancedF1:Help         ↑↓ : Select Item   -/+: Change Value           F5: Setup DefaultsESC: Exit        →←: Select Menu Enter: Select Sub-menu  F10: Save and ExitSelect MenuItem Specific HelpFrequency ConfigurationSpread Spectrum [Auto]PCIEx clock Sync. to CPU [Enable]xPCIEx Clock  100MHzPCI clock Sync. to CPU [Enabled]xPCI Clock  33.0 MHzCPU Clock [200MHz]Phoenix-Award BIOS CMOS Setup Utility       AdvancedSpread Spectrum [Auto]Enables or disables the clock generator spread spectrum.Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] [Auto]Frequency ConfigurationFrequency ConfigurationFrequency ConfigurationFrequency ConfigurationFrequency ConfigurationThe items in this sub-menu show the frequency information auto-detectedby the BIOS.
4-284-284-284-284-28 Chapter 4: BIOS setupChapter 4: BIOS setupChapter 4: BIOS setupChapter 4: BIOS setupChapter 4: BIOS setupSelecting a very high CPU frequency may cause the system to becomeunstable! If this happens, revert to the default setting.PCIEx clock Sync. to CPU [Enable]Enables or disables the PCI Express™ synchronous clock to the CPU.Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]PCIEx Clock [XXX] (value is auto-detected)Allows you to set the PCI Express clock frequency. This item isuser-configurable only when the PCIEx clock Sync. to CPUPCIEx clock Sync. to CPUPCIEx clock Sync. to CPUPCIEx clock Sync. to CPUPCIEx clock Sync. to CPU item isset to Disabled.  The BIOS detects the default value of this item. Press<Enter> then key-in desired PCI Express clock frequency within range.PCI clock Sync. to CPU [Enable]Enables or disables the PCI synchronous clock to the CPU.Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]PCI Clock [XXX] (value is auto-detected)Allows you to set the PCI clock frequency. This item isuser-configurable only when the PCI clock Sync. to CPUPCI clock Sync. to CPUPCI clock Sync. to CPUPCI clock Sync. to CPUPCI clock Sync. to CPU item isset to Disabled.  The BIOS detects the default value of this item. Press<Enter> then key-in desired PCI clock frequency within range.CPU Clock [XXX] (value is auto-detected)Displays the frequency sent by the clock generator to the system busand PCI bus. The default value of this item is auto-detected by theBIOS. Use the <+> and <-> keys to adjust the CPU frequency. Refer tothe following table for the correct Front Side Bus and CPU ExternalFrequency settings.CPU Multiplier [Auto]CPU Multiplier [Auto]CPU Multiplier [Auto]CPU Multiplier [Auto]CPU Multiplier [Auto]Sets the CPU multiplier. Configuration options: [Auto] [x4] [x4.5] [x5][x5.5] [x6] [x6.5] [x7] [x7.5] [x8] [x8.5] [x9] [x9.5] [x10] [x10.5] [x11][x11.5] [x12] [x12.5] [x13] [x13.5] [x14] [x14.5] [x15] [x15.5] [x16][x16.5] [x17] [x17.5] [x18] [x18.5] [x19] [x19.5] [x20]
ASUS A8V-E DeluxeASUS A8V-E DeluxeASUS A8V-E DeluxeASUS A8V-E DeluxeASUS A8V-E Deluxe 4-294-294-294-294-29Overclock Options [Overclock 3%]Overclock Options [Overclock 3%]Overclock Options [Overclock 3%]Overclock Options [Overclock 3%]Overclock Options [Overclock 3%]Allows you to set the oveclocking options.Configuration options: [Overclock 3%] [Overclock 5%] [Overclock 8%][Overclock 10%]The following item is user-configurable only when the AI Overclockingitem is set to [AI Overclock].Hammer Vid control [Startup]Hammer Vid control [Startup]Hammer Vid control [Startup]Hammer Vid control [Startup]Hammer Vid control [Startup]Sets the Hammer Voltage ID control. Configuration options: [Startup][1.5625v] [1.550 v] [1.5375v] [1.525 v] [1.5125v] [1.500 v] [1.4875v][1.475 v] [1.4625v] [1.450 v] [1.4375v] [1.425 v] [1.4125v] [1.400 v][1.3875v] [1.375 v] [1.3625v] [1.350 v] [1.3375v] [1.325 v] [1.3125v][1.300 v] [1.2875v] [1.275 v] [1.2625v] [1.250 v] [1.2375v] [1.225 v][1.2125v] [1.200 v] [1.1875v] [1.175 v] [1.1625v] [1.150 v] [1.1375v][1.125 v] [1.1125v] [1.100 v] [1.0875v] [1.075 v] [1.0625v] [1.050 v][1.0375v] [1.025 v] [1.0125v] [1.000 v] [0.9875v] [0.975 v] [0.9625v][0.950 v] [0.9375v] [0.925 v] [0.9125v] [0.900 v] [0.8875v] [0.875 v][0.8625v] [0.850 v] [0.8375v] [0.825 v] [0.8125v] [0.800 v]Memory Voltage Adjustment [2.75 V]Memory Voltage Adjustment [2.75 V]Memory Voltage Adjustment [2.75 V]Memory Voltage Adjustment [2.75 V]Memory Voltage Adjustment [2.75 V]Sets the memory adjustment voltage. Configuration options: [2.60 V][2.65 V] [2.70 V] [2.75 V] [2.80 V] [2.85 V] [2.90 V] [2.95 V] [3.00 V]CPU VCore Offset [+100 mv]CPU VCore Offset [+100 mv]CPU VCore Offset [+100 mv]CPU VCore Offset [+100 mv]CPU VCore Offset [+100 mv]Sets the CPU Vcore offset voltage.Configuration options: [+100 mv] [+200 mv]The following item is user-configurable only when the AI Overclockingitem is set to [AI N.O.S.].N.O.S. Option [Disable]N.O.S. Option [Disable]N.O.S. Option [Disable]N.O.S. Option [Disable]N.O.S. Option [Disable]Allows you to disable or set the Non-Delay Overclocking System mode.Configuration options: [Disable] [Overclock 3%] [Overclock 5%][Overclock 8%] [Overclock 10%]
4-304-304-304-304-30 Chapter 4: BIOS setupChapter 4: BIOS setupChapter 4: BIOS setupChapter 4: BIOS setupChapter 4: BIOS setup4.4.84.4.84.4.84.4.84.4.8 PEG Link ModePEG Link ModePEG Link ModePEG Link ModePEG Link ModeF1:Help         ↑↓ : Select Item   -/+: Change Value           F5: Setup DefaultsESC: Exit        →←: Select Menu Enter: Select Sub-menu  F10: Save and ExitSelect MenuItem Specific HelpEnhance performance onNVidia 6x00 PCIEserial graphic card.JumperFree ConfigurationPEG Link Mode [Auto]Phoenix-Award BIOS CMOS Setup Utility       AdvancedPEG Link Mode [Auto]PEG Link Mode [Auto]PEG Link Mode [Auto]PEG Link Mode [Auto]PEG Link Mode [Auto]Allows you to enhance the performance of your PCI Express graphics card.Configuration options: [Auto] [Slow] [Normal] [Fast] [Faster]POST Check LAN cable [Disabled]POST Check LAN cable [Disabled]POST Check LAN cable [Disabled]POST Check LAN cable [Disabled]POST Check LAN cable [Disabled]Enables or disables checking of the LAN cable during the Power-OnSelf-Test (POST). Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]4.4.74.4.74.4.74.4.74.4.7 LAN Cable StatusLAN Cable StatusLAN Cable StatusLAN Cable StatusLAN Cable StatusThe items in this menu displays the status of the Local Area Network(LAN) cable.F1:Help         ↑↓ : Select Item   -/+: Change Value           F5: Setup DefaultsESC: Exit        →←: Select Menu Enter: Select Sub-menu  F10: Save and ExitSelect MenuItem Specific HelpEnable/Disable SpeechIC ControllerJumperFree ConfigurationPOST Check LAN Cable [Disabled]  Pair Status Length1-2 Open N/A3-6 Open N/A4-5 Open N/A7-8 Open N/APhoenix-Award BIOS CMOS Setup Utility       Advanced
ASUS A8V-E DeluxeASUS A8V-E DeluxeASUS A8V-E DeluxeASUS A8V-E DeluxeASUS A8V-E Deluxe 4-314-314-314-314-31Speech IC Reporter [Enabled]Speech IC Reporter [Enabled]Speech IC Reporter [Enabled]Speech IC Reporter [Enabled]Speech IC Reporter [Enabled]Allows you to enable or disable  the ASUS Speech POST Reporter™ feature.Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]The following items appear only when Speech POST Reporter is set toEnabled.Report IDE Error [Disabled]Report IDE Error [Disabled]Report IDE Error [Disabled]Report IDE Error [Disabled]Report IDE Error [Disabled]Enables or disables the report feature in the event of an IDE error.Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]Report System Booting [Disabled]Report System Booting [Disabled]Report System Booting [Disabled]Report System Booting [Disabled]Report System Booting [Disabled]Enables or disables the report after booting the system.Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]4.4.94.4.94.4.94.4.94.4.9 Speech ConfigurationSpeech ConfigurationSpeech ConfigurationSpeech ConfigurationSpeech ConfigurationF1:Help         ↑↓ : Select Item   -/+: Change Value           F5: Setup DefaultsESC: Exit        →←: Select Menu Enter: Select Sub-menu  F10: Save and ExitSelect MenuItem Specific HelpEnable/Disable SpeechIC ControllerJumperFree ConfigurationSpeech IC Reporter [Enabled]Report IDE Error [Disabled]Report System Booting [Disabled]Phoenix-Award BIOS CMOS Setup Utility       Advanced
4-324-324-324-324-32 Chapter 4: BIOS setupChapter 4: BIOS setupChapter 4: BIOS setupChapter 4: BIOS setupChapter 4: BIOS setupInstant Music [Disabled]Instant Music [Disabled]Instant Music [Disabled]Instant Music [Disabled]Instant Music [Disabled]Allows you to enable or disable  the ASUS Instant Music feature.Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]Instant Music CD-ROM Drive [Primary Master]Instant Music CD-ROM Drive [Primary Master]Instant Music CD-ROM Drive [Primary Master]Instant Music CD-ROM Drive [Primary Master]Instant Music CD-ROM Drive [Primary Master]Allows you to select the CD-ROM drive that you wish to use for the InstantMusic CD playback. Configuration options: [Primary Master] [Primary Slave][Secondary Master] [Secondary Slave]4.4.104.4.104.4.104.4.104.4.10 Instant MusicInstant MusicInstant MusicInstant MusicInstant MusicF1:Help         ↑↓ : Select Item   -/+: Change Value           F5: Setup DefaultsESC: Exit        →←: Select Menu Enter: Select Sub-menu  F10: Save and ExitSelect MenuItem Specific HelpIf enabled, power upby PS/2 keyboardfunction will bedisabled.JumperFree ConfigurationInstant Music [Disabled]xInstant Music CD-ROM Drive  Primary MasterPhoenix-Award BIOS CMOS Setup Utility       AdvancedEnabling Instant Music automatically disables the PS/2 keyboard powerup feature.
ASUS A8V-E DeluxeASUS A8V-E DeluxeASUS A8V-E DeluxeASUS A8V-E DeluxeASUS A8V-E Deluxe 4-334-334-334-334-334.5 Power menuThe Power menu items allow you to change the settings for the AdvancedConfiguration and Power Interface (ACPI) and the Advanced PowerManagement (APM). Select an item then press <Enter> to display theconfiguration options.Phoenix-Award BIOS CMOS Setup Utility    Main   Advanced   Power   Boot   ExitSelect MenuItem Specific HelpSelect the ACPI stateused for SystemSuspend.ACPI Suspend Type [S1&S3]ACPI APIC support [Enabled]APM ConfigurationHardware MonitorF1:Help         ↑↓ : Select Item   -/+: Change Value           F5: Setup DefaultsESC: Exit        →←: Select Menu Enter: Select Sub-menu  F10: Save and Exit4.5.14.5.14.5.14.5.14.5.1 ACPI Suspend Type [S1&S3]ACPI Suspend Type [S1&S3]ACPI Suspend Type [S1&S3]ACPI Suspend Type [S1&S3]ACPI Suspend Type [S1&S3]Allows you to select the Advanced Configuration and Power Interface(ACPI) state to be used for system suspend.Configuration options: [S1 (POS)] [S3(STR)] [S1&S3]4.5.24.5.24.5.24.5.24.5.2 ACPI APIC Support [Enabled]ACPI APIC Support [Enabled]ACPI APIC Support [Enabled]ACPI APIC Support [Enabled]ACPI APIC Support [Enabled]Allows you to enable or disable the Advanced Configuration and PowerInterface (ACPI) support in the Application-Specific Integrated Circuit(ASIC). When set to Enabled, the ACPI APIC table pointer is included in theRSDT pointer list. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]
4-344-344-344-344-34 Chapter 4: BIOS setupChapter 4: BIOS setupChapter 4: BIOS setupChapter 4: BIOS setupChapter 4: BIOS setup4.5.34.5.34.5.34.5.34.5.3 APM ConfigurationAPM ConfigurationAPM ConfigurationAPM ConfigurationAPM ConfigurationF1:Help         ↑↓ : Select Item   -/+: Change Value           F5: Setup DefaultsESC: Exit        →←: Select Menu Enter: Select Sub-menu  F10: Save and ExitSelect MenuItem Specific HelpWhen Select Password,Please press ENTER keyto change PasswordMax 8 numbers.APM ConfigurationPS2KB Wakeup from S5 [Disabled]PS2MS Wakeup from S5 [Disabled]USB Resume from  S3 [Disabled]Power Up On PCI Devices [Disabled]Modem Ring Resume [Disabled]Power On By RTC Alarm [Disabled]xDate (of Month)   0xResume Time (hh:mm:ss) 0 : 0 : 0Restore on AC Power Loss [Power Off]PWR Button < 4 secs [Instant Off]Phoenix-Award BIOS CMOS Setup Utility                  PowerPS2KB Wakeup from S5 [Disabled]PS2KB Wakeup from S5 [Disabled]PS2KB Wakeup from S5 [Disabled]PS2KB Wakeup from S5 [Disabled]PS2KB Wakeup from S5 [Disabled]Allows you to disable the Power On by PS/2 keyboard function or setspecific keys on the PS/2 keyboard to turn on the system. This featurerequires an ATX power supply that provides at least 1A on the +5VSB lead.Configuration options: [Disabled] [Space Bar] [Ctrl+ESC] [Power Key]PS2MS Wakeup from S5 [Disabled]PS2MS Wakeup from S5 [Disabled]PS2MS Wakeup from S5 [Disabled]PS2MS Wakeup from S5 [Disabled]PS2MS Wakeup from S5 [Disabled]When set to [Enabled], this parameter allows you to use the PS/2 mouseto turn on the system. This feature requires an ATX power supply thatprovides at least 1A on the +5VSB lead. Configuration options: [Disabled][Enabled]Power Up On PCI Devices [Disabled]Power Up On PCI Devices [Disabled]Power Up On PCI Devices [Disabled]Power Up On PCI Devices [Disabled]Power Up On PCI Devices [Disabled]When set to [Enabled], this parameter allows you to turn on the systemthrough a PCI LAN or modem card. This feature requires an ATX powersupply that provides at least 1A on the +5VSB lead.Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]Modem Ring Resume [Disabled]Modem Ring Resume [Disabled]Modem Ring Resume [Disabled]Modem Ring Resume [Disabled]Modem Ring Resume [Disabled]This allows either settings of [Enabled] or [Disabled] for powering up thecomputer when the external modem receives a call while the computer is inSoft-off mode. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]
ASUS A8V-E DeluxeASUS A8V-E DeluxeASUS A8V-E DeluxeASUS A8V-E DeluxeASUS A8V-E Deluxe 4-354-354-354-354-35Power On By RTC Alarm [Disabled]Power On By RTC Alarm [Disabled]Power On By RTC Alarm [Disabled]Power On By RTC Alarm [Disabled]Power On By RTC Alarm [Disabled]Allows you to enable or disable RTC to generate a wake event. When thisitem is set to Enabled, the items Date (of Month) and Resume Time(hh:mm:ss) become configurable with set values.Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]Date (of Month) [0]Date (of Month) [0]Date (of Month) [0]Date (of Month) [0]Date (of Month) [0]To set the date of alarm, highlight this item and press <Enter> to displaythe Day of Month Alarm pop-up menu. Key-in a value within the specifiedrange then press <Enter>. Configuration options: [Min=0] [Max=31]Resume Time (hh:mm:ss) 0 : 0 : 0Resume Time (hh:mm:ss) 0 : 0 : 0Resume Time (hh:mm:ss) 0 : 0 : 0Resume Time (hh:mm:ss) 0 : 0 : 0Resume Time (hh:mm:ss) 0 : 0 : 0To set the time of alarm:1. Highlight this item and press <Enter> to display a pop-up menu for thehour field.2. Key-in a value (Min=0, Max=23), then press <Enter>.3. Press <TAB> to move to the minutes field then press <Enter>.4. Key-in a minute value (Min=0, Max=59), then press <Enter>.5. Press <TAB> to move to the seconds field then press <Enter>.6. Key-in a value (Min=0, Max=59), then press <Enter>.Restore on AC Power Loss [Power Off]Restore on AC Power Loss [Power Off]Restore on AC Power Loss [Power Off]Restore on AC Power Loss [Power Off]Restore on AC Power Loss [Power Off]When set to Power Off, the system goes into off state after an AC powerloss. When set to Power On, the system goes on after an AC power loss.When set to Last State, the system goes into either off or on state,whatever the system state was before the AC power loss.Configuration options: [Power Off] [Power On] [Last State]PWR Button < 4 secs [Instant-Off]PWR Button < 4 secs [Instant-Off]PWR Button < 4 secs [Instant-Off]PWR Button < 4 secs [Instant-Off]PWR Button < 4 secs [Instant-Off]Allows you to set the event after the power button is pressed for morethan 4 seconds. Configuration options: [Suspend] [Instant-Off]
4-364-364-364-364-36 Chapter 4: BIOS setupChapter 4: BIOS setupChapter 4: BIOS setupChapter 4: BIOS setupChapter 4: BIOS setup4.5.44.5.44.5.44.5.44.5.4 Hardware MonitorHardware MonitorHardware MonitorHardware MonitorHardware MonitorThe items in this sub-menu displays the hardware monitor valuesautomatically detected by the BIOS. It also allows you to change CPU Q-Fanfeature-related parameters. Select an item then press <Enter> to displaythe configuration options.F1:Help         ↑↓ : Select Item   -/+: Change Value           F5: Setup DefaultsESC: Exit        →←: Select Menu Enter: Select Sub-menu  F10: Save and ExitSelect MenuItem Specific HelpHardware MonitorM/B Temperature  34ºC/ 93ºFCurrent CPU1 Temperature  47ºC/118ºFChassis Fan speed     0 RPMCPU Fan speed  4265 RPMChipset Fan speed  7500 RPMChassis Fan2 speed  6367 RPMVCORE Voltage    1.64V+12V Voltage   11.35V+3.3V Voltage    3.36V+5VCC Voltage    5.22VQ-FAN Function [Disabled]xCPU Target Temperature  45ºC/113ºFxTemperature Tolerance  3ºCxMinimum FAN Duty Cycle  11/16xFAN Step Time  0.1 secPhoenix-Award BIOS CMOS Setup Utility                  PowerM/B TemperatureM/B TemperatureM/B TemperatureM/B TemperatureM/B TemperatureCurrent CPU1 TemperatureCurrent CPU1 TemperatureCurrent CPU1 TemperatureCurrent CPU1 TemperatureCurrent CPU1 TemperatureThe onboard hardware monitor automatically detects and displays themotherboard and CPU temperatures. These items are not user-configurable.Chassis Fan SpeedChassis Fan SpeedChassis Fan SpeedChassis Fan SpeedChassis Fan SpeedCPU Fan SpeedCPU Fan SpeedCPU Fan SpeedCPU Fan SpeedCPU Fan SpeedChipset Fan SpeedChipset Fan SpeedChipset Fan SpeedChipset Fan SpeedChipset Fan SpeedChassis Fan2 SpeedChassis Fan2 SpeedChassis Fan2 SpeedChassis Fan2 SpeedChassis Fan2 SpeedThe onboard hardware monitor automatically detects and displays theChassis, CPU, and Power fan speeds in rotations per minute (RPM). If thefan is not connected to the motherboard, the field shows 0. These itemsare not user-configurable.VCORE Voltage, +12V Voltage, 3.3V Voltage, 5VCCVCORE Voltage, +12V Voltage, 3.3V Voltage, 5VCCVCORE Voltage, +12V Voltage, 3.3V Voltage, 5VCCVCORE Voltage, +12V Voltage, 3.3V Voltage, 5VCCVCORE Voltage, +12V Voltage, 3.3V Voltage, 5VCCVoltageVoltageVoltageVoltageVoltageThe onboard hardware monitor automatically detects the voltage outputthrough the onboard voltage regulators. These items are notuser-configurable.Q-FAN Function [Disabled]Q-FAN Function [Disabled]Q-FAN Function [Disabled]Q-FAN Function [Disabled]Q-FAN Function [Disabled]Allows you to disable or enable the ASUS Q-Fan function.Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]
ASUS A8V-E DeluxeASUS A8V-E DeluxeASUS A8V-E DeluxeASUS A8V-E DeluxeASUS A8V-E Deluxe 4-374-374-374-374-37CPU Target Temperature [xxxºC/xxxºF]CPU Target Temperature [xxxºC/xxxºF]CPU Target Temperature [xxxºC/xxxºF]CPU Target Temperature [xxxºC/xxxºF]CPU Target Temperature [xxxºC/xxxºF]Allows you to set the CPU Q-Fan temperature threshold when the CPU fanspeed is increased to lower the CPU temperature.Configuration options: [10ºC/50ºF] [15ºC/59ºF] [20ºC/68ºF] [25ºC/77ºF][30ºC/86ºF] [35ºC/95ºF] [40ºC/104ºF] [45ºC/113ºF] [50ºC/122ºF][55ºC/131ºF] [60ºC/140ºF] [65ºC/149ºF] [70ºC/158ºF] [75ºC/167ºF][80ºC/176ºF] [85ºC/185ºF]Temperature Tolerance [3ºC]Temperature Tolerance [3ºC]Temperature Tolerance [3ºC]Temperature Tolerance [3ºC]Temperature Tolerance [3ºC]Allows you to set the CPU temperature tolerance value.Configuration options: [0ºC] [1ºC] [2ºC] [3ºC] [4ºC] [5ºC] [6ºC] [7ºC]Minimum FAN Duty Cycle [11/16]Minimum FAN Duty Cycle [11/16]Minimum FAN Duty Cycle [11/16]Minimum FAN Duty Cycle [11/16]Minimum FAN Duty Cycle [11/16]Allows you to set the minimum fan duty cycle.Configuration options: [11/16] [12/16] [13/16] [14/16] [15/16]FAN Step Time [0.1 sec]FAN Step Time [0.1 sec]FAN Step Time [0.1 sec]FAN Step Time [0.1 sec]FAN Step Time [0.1 sec]Allows you to select the fan speed time interval. Configuration options:[0.1 sec] [0.2 sec] [0.3 sec] [0.4 sec] [0.5 sec] [0.6 sec] [0.7 sec][0.8 sec] [0.9 sec] [1.0 sec] [1.1 sec] [1.2 sec] [1.3 sec] [1.4 sec][1.5 sec] [1.6 sec]4.6 Boot menuThe Boot menu items allow you to change the system boot options. Selectan item then press <Enter> to display the sub-menu.Phoenix-Award BIOS CMOS Setup Utility    Main   Advanced   Power   Boot   ExitSelect MenuItem Specific HelpBoot Device PriorityRemovable DrivesHard Disk DrivesCDROM DrivesBoot Settings ConfigurationSecurityF1:Help         ↑↓ : Select Item   -/+: Change Value           F5: Setup DefaultsESC: Exit        →←: Select Menu Enter: Select Sub-menu  F10: Save and Exit
4-384-384-384-384-38 Chapter 4: BIOS setupChapter 4: BIOS setupChapter 4: BIOS setupChapter 4: BIOS setupChapter 4: BIOS setup4.6.14.6.14.6.14.6.14.6.1 Boot Device PriorityBoot Device PriorityBoot Device PriorityBoot Device PriorityBoot Device Priority1st ~ xxth Boot Device [Removable]1st ~ xxth Boot Device [Removable]1st ~ xxth Boot Device [Removable]1st ~ xxth Boot Device [Removable]1st ~ xxth Boot Device [Removable]These items specify the boot device priority sequence from the availabledevices. The number of device items that appears on the screen dependson the number of devices installed in the system.Configuration options: [xxxxx Drive] [Disabled]F1:Help         ↑↓ : Select Item   -/+: Change Value           F5: Setup DefaultsESC: Exit        →←: Select Menu Enter: Select Sub-menu  F10: Save and ExitSelect MenuItem Specific HelpSelect your bootdevice priorityBoot Device Priority1st Boot Device [Removable]2nd Boot Device [Hard Disk]3rd Boot Device [CDROM]4th Boot Device [Disabled]Phoenix-Award BIOS CMOS Setup Utility                  Power4.6.24.6.24.6.24.6.24.6.2 Removable DrivesRemovable DrivesRemovable DrivesRemovable DrivesRemovable Drives1. Floppy Disks1. Floppy Disks1. Floppy Disks1. Floppy Disks1. Floppy DisksAllows you to assign a removable drive attached to the system.F1:Help         ↑↓ : Select Item   -/+: Change Value           F5: Setup DefaultsESC: Exit        →←: Select Menu Enter: Select Sub-menu  F10: Save and ExitSelect MenuItem Specific HelpUse <↑> or <↓> toselect a device, thenpress <+> to move itup, or <-> to move itdown the list. Press<ESC> to exit thismenu.Removable Drives1. Floppy DisksPhoenix-Award BIOS CMOS Setup Utility                          Boot
ASUS A8V-E DeluxeASUS A8V-E DeluxeASUS A8V-E DeluxeASUS A8V-E DeluxeASUS A8V-E Deluxe 4-394-394-394-394-394.6.34.6.34.6.34.6.34.6.3 Hard Disk DrivesHard Disk DrivesHard Disk DrivesHard Disk DrivesHard Disk Drives1. 1st Master: XXXXXXXXX1. 1st Master: XXXXXXXXX1. 1st Master: XXXXXXXXX1. 1st Master: XXXXXXXXX1. 1st Master: XXXXXXXXXAllows you to assign hard disk drives attached to the system.F1:Help         ↑↓ : Select Item   -/+: Change Value           F5: Setup DefaultsESC: Exit        →←: Select Menu Enter: Select Sub-menu  F10: Save and ExitSelect MenuItem Specific HelpUse <↑> or <↓> toselect a device, thenpress <+> to move itup, or <-> to move itdown the list. Press<ESC> to exit thismenu.Hard Disk Drives1. 1st Master: XXXXXXXXX2. Bootable Add-in CardsPhoenix-Award BIOS CMOS Setup Utility                          Boot4.6.44.6.44.6.44.6.44.6.4 CDROM DrivesCDROM DrivesCDROM DrivesCDROM DrivesCDROM Drives1. 1st Slave: XXXXXXXXX1. 1st Slave: XXXXXXXXX1. 1st Slave: XXXXXXXXX1. 1st Slave: XXXXXXXXX1. 1st Slave: XXXXXXXXXAllows you to assign optical drives attached to the system.F1:Help         ↑↓ : Select Item   -/+: Change Value           F5: Setup DefaultsESC: Exit        →←: Select Menu Enter: Select Sub-menu  F10: Save and ExitSelect MenuItem Specific HelpUse <↑> or <↓> toselect a device, thenpress <+> to move itup, or <-> to move itdown the list. Press<ESC> to exit thismenu.CDROM Drives1. 1st Slave: XXXXXXXXXPhoenix-Award BIOS CMOS Setup Utility                          Boot
4-404-404-404-404-40 Chapter 4: BIOS setupChapter 4: BIOS setupChapter 4: BIOS setupChapter 4: BIOS setupChapter 4: BIOS setupThe items Typematic Rate (Chars/Sec)Typematic Rate (Chars/Sec)Typematic Rate (Chars/Sec)Typematic Rate (Chars/Sec)Typematic Rate (Chars/Sec) and Typematic DelayTypematic DelayTypematic DelayTypematic DelayTypematic Delay(Msec)(Msec)(Msec)(Msec)(Msec) becomes user-configurable only when the item Typematic RateSetting is enabled.4.6.54.6.54.6.54.6.54.6.5 Boot Settings ConfigurationBoot Settings ConfigurationBoot Settings ConfigurationBoot Settings ConfigurationBoot Settings ConfigurationF1:Help         ↑↓ : Select Item   -/+: Change Value           F5: Setup DefaultsESC: Exit        →←: Select Menu Enter: Select Sub-menu  F10: Save and ExitSelect MenuItem Specific HelpPress [Enter] toenable or disable.Boot Settings ConfigurationCase Open Warning [Enabled]Quick Boot [Enabled]Boot Up Floppy Seek [Enabled]Bootup Num-Lock [On]Typematic Rate Setting [Disabled]xTypematic Rate (Chars/Sec)  6xTypematic Delay (Msec)  250OS Select For DRAM > 64MB [Non-OS2]Full Screen LOGO [Enabled]Halt On [All, But Keyboard]Phoenix-Award BIOS CMOS Setup Utility                          BootCase Open Warning [Enabled]Case Open Warning [Enabled]Case Open Warning [Enabled]Case Open Warning [Enabled]Case Open Warning [Enabled]Enables or disables the chassis open status feature. Setting to Enabled,clears the chassis open status. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]Quick Boot [Enabled]Quick Boot [Enabled]Quick Boot [Enabled]Quick Boot [Enabled]Quick Boot [Enabled]Enables or disables the quick boot feature. When Enabled, the system skipscertain tests while booting. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]Boot Up Floppy Seek [Enabled]Boot Up Floppy Seek [Enabled]Boot Up Floppy Seek [Enabled]Boot Up Floppy Seek [Enabled]Boot Up Floppy Seek [Enabled]Enables or disables the chassis open status feature. Setting to Enabled,clears the chassis open status. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]Bootup Num-Lock [On]Bootup Num-Lock [On]Bootup Num-Lock [On]Bootup Num-Lock [On]Bootup Num-Lock [On]Allows you to select the power-on state for the NumLock.Configuration options: [Off] [On]Typematic Rate Setting [Disabled]Typematic Rate Setting [Disabled]Typematic Rate Setting [Disabled]Typematic Rate Setting [Disabled]Typematic Rate Setting [Disabled]Allows you to set the keystroke rate. Enable this item to configure theTypematic Rate (Chars/Sec) Typematic Rate (Chars/Sec) Typematic Rate (Chars/Sec) Typematic Rate (Chars/Sec) Typematic Rate (Chars/Sec) and the Typematic Delay (Msec)Typematic Delay (Msec)Typematic Delay (Msec)Typematic Delay (Msec)Typematic Delay (Msec).Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]
ASUS A8V-E DeluxeASUS A8V-E DeluxeASUS A8V-E DeluxeASUS A8V-E DeluxeASUS A8V-E Deluxe 4-414-414-414-414-41Typematic Rate (Chars/Sec) [6]Typematic Rate (Chars/Sec) [6]Typematic Rate (Chars/Sec) [6]Typematic Rate (Chars/Sec) [6]Typematic Rate (Chars/Sec) [6]Allows you to select the rate at which a character repeats when you hold akey. Configuration options: [6] [8] [10] [12] [15] [20] [24] [30]Typematic Delay (Msec) [250]Typematic Delay (Msec) [250]Typematic Delay (Msec) [250]Typematic Delay (Msec) [250]Typematic Delay (Msec) [250]Allows you to set the delay before keystrokes begin to repeat.Configuration options: [250] [500] [750] [1000]OS Select for DRAM > 64MB [Non-OS2]OS Select for DRAM > 64MB [Non-OS2]OS Select for DRAM > 64MB [Non-OS2]OS Select for DRAM > 64MB [Non-OS2]OS Select for DRAM > 64MB [Non-OS2]Set this item to OS2 only when you are running on an OS/2 operatingsystem with an installed RAM of greater than 64 KB.Configuration options: [Non-OS2] [OS2]Full Screen LOGO [Enabled]Full Screen LOGO [Enabled]Full Screen LOGO [Enabled]Full Screen LOGO [Enabled]Full Screen LOGO [Enabled]Allows you to enable or disable the full screen logo display feature.Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]Make sure that the above item is set to [Enabled] if you want to use theASUS MyLogo2™ feature.Halt On [All, But Keyboard]Halt On [All, But Keyboard]Halt On [All, But Keyboard]Halt On [All, But Keyboard]Halt On [All, But Keyboard]Allows you to error report type.Configuration options: [All Errors] [No Errors] [All, But Keyboard][All, But Diskette] [All, But Disk/Key]
4-424-424-424-424-42 Chapter 4: BIOS setupChapter 4: BIOS setupChapter 4: BIOS setupChapter 4: BIOS setupChapter 4: BIOS setup4.6.64.6.64.6.64.6.64.6.6 SecuritySecuritySecuritySecuritySecurityF1:Help         ↑↓ : Select Item   -/+: Change Value           F5: Setup DefaultsESC: Exit        →←: Select Menu Enter: Select Sub-menu  F10: Save and ExitSelect MenuItem Specific HelpSupervisor passwordcontrols full access,<Enter> to changepassword.Boot Settings ConfigurationSupervisor Password ClearUser Password ClearPassword Check [Setup]Phoenix-Award BIOS CMOS Setup Utility                          BootSupervisor PasswordSupervisor PasswordSupervisor PasswordSupervisor PasswordSupervisor PasswordUser PasswordUser PasswordUser PasswordUser PasswordUser PasswordThese fields allow you to set passwords:To set a password:1. Select an item then press <Enter>.2. Type in a password using a combination of a maximum of eight (8)alpha-numeric characters, then press <Enter>.3. When prompted, confirm the password by typing the exact charactersagain, then press <Enter>. The password field setting is changed toSet.To clear the password:1. Select the password field and press <Enter> twice. The followingmessage appears:PASSWORD DISABLED !!!Press any key to continue...2. Press any key to continue. The password field setting is changed toClear.
ASUS A8V-E DeluxeASUS A8V-E DeluxeASUS A8V-E DeluxeASUS A8V-E DeluxeASUS A8V-E Deluxe 4-434-434-434-434-43A note about passwordsA note about passwordsA note about passwordsA note about passwordsA note about passwordsThe Supervisor password is required to enter the BIOS Setup programpreventing unauthorized access. The User password is required toboot the system preventing unauthorized use.Forgot your password?Forgot your password?Forgot your password?Forgot your password?Forgot your password?If you forget your password, you can clear it by erasing the CMOS RealTime Clock (RTC) RAM. The RAM data containing the passwordinformation is powered by the onboard button cell battery. If you needto erase the CMOS RAM, refer to section “2.6 Jumpers” forinstructions.Password CheckPassword CheckPassword CheckPassword CheckPassword CheckThis field requires you to enter the password before entering the BIOSsetup or the system. Select [Setup] to require the password beforeentering the BIOS Setup. Select [System] to require the password beforeentering the system. Configuration options: [Setup] [System]
4-444-444-444-444-44 Chapter 4: BIOS setupChapter 4: BIOS setupChapter 4: BIOS setupChapter 4: BIOS setupChapter 4: BIOS setupPhoenix-Award BIOS CMOS Setup Utility    Main   Advanced   Power   Boot   ExitSelect MenuItem Specific HelpThis option save datato CMOS and exitingthe setup menu.Exit & Save ChangesExit & Discard ChangesLoad Setup DefaultDiscard ChangesF1:Help         ↑↓ : Select Item   -/+: Change Value           F5: Setup DefaultsESC: Exit        →←: Select Menu Enter: Select Sub-menu  F10: Save and Exit4.7 Exit menuThe Exit menu items allow you to load the optimal or failsafe default valuesfor the BIOS items, and save or discard your changes to the BIOS items.Exit & Save ChangesExit & Save ChangesExit & Save ChangesExit & Save ChangesExit & Save ChangesOnce you are finished making your selections, choose this option from theExit menu to ensure the values you selected are saved to the CMOS RAM.An onboard backup battery sustains the CMOS RAM so it stays on evenwhen the PC is turned off. When you select this option, a confirmationwindow appears. Select YesYesYesYesYes to save changes and exit.Pressing <Esc> does not immediately exit this menu. Select one of theoptions from this menu or <F10> from the legend bar to exit.Exit & Discard ChangesExit & Discard ChangesExit & Discard ChangesExit & Discard ChangesExit & Discard ChangesSelect this option only if you do not want to save the changes that youmade to the Setup program. If you made changes to fields other thanSystem Date, System Time, and Password, the BIOS asks for a confirmationbefore exiting. If you attempt to exit the Setup program without saving your changes,the program prompts you with a message asking if you want to saveyour changes before exiting. Press <Enter>  to save the  changes whileexiting.
ASUS A8V-E DeluxeASUS A8V-E DeluxeASUS A8V-E DeluxeASUS A8V-E DeluxeASUS A8V-E Deluxe 4-454-454-454-454-45Load Setup DefaultsLoad Setup DefaultsLoad Setup DefaultsLoad Setup DefaultsLoad Setup DefaultsThis option allows you to load the default values for each of theparameters on the Setup menus. When you select this option or if youpress <F5>, a confirmation window appears. Select YesYesYesYesYes to load defaultvalues. Select Exit & Save ChangesExit & Save ChangesExit & Save ChangesExit & Save ChangesExit & Save Changes or make other changes beforesaving the values to the non-volatile RAM.Discard ChangesDiscard ChangesDiscard ChangesDiscard ChangesDiscard ChangesThis option allows you to discard the selections you made and restore thepreviously saved values. After selecting this option, a confirmation appears.Select YesYesYesYesYes to discard any changes and load the previously saved values.
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5SoftwaresupportThis chapter describes the contentsof the support CD that comes withthe motherboard package.
ASUS A8V-E DeluxeASUS A8V-E DeluxeASUS A8V-E DeluxeASUS A8V-E DeluxeASUS A8V-E DeluxeChapter summary5.1 Installing an operating system ............................................. 5-15.2 Support CD information ........................................................ 5-15.3 Software information ........................................................... 5-95.4 RAID configurations ............................................................ 5-185.5 Creating a RAID driver disk ................................................. 5-265.6 Cool ‘n’ Quiet!™ Technology ............................................... 5-27
ASUS A8V-E DeluxeASUS A8V-E DeluxeASUS A8V-E DeluxeASUS A8V-E DeluxeASUS A8V-E Deluxe 5-15-15-15-15-1If Autorun Autorun Autorun Autorun Autorun is NOT enabled in your computer, browse the contents ofthe support CD to locate the file ASSETUP.EXE from the BIN folder.Double-click the ASSETUP.EXEASSETUP.EXEASSETUP.EXEASSETUP.EXEASSETUP.EXE to run the CD.Click an item to installClick an item to installClick an item to installClick an item to installClick an item to install5.1 Installing an operating systemThis motherboard supports Windows® 2000/2003 Server/XP operatingsystems (OS). Always install the latest OS version and correspondingupdates to maximize the features of your hardware.5.2 Support CD informationThe support CD that came with the motherboard package contains thedrivers, software applications, and utilities that you can install to avail allmotherboard features.5.2.15.2.15.2.15.2.15.2.1 Running the support CDRunning the support CDRunning the support CDRunning the support CDRunning the support CDPlace the support CD to the optical drive. The CD automatically displays theDrivers Drivers Drivers Drivers Drivers menu if Autorun is enabled in your computer.•Motherboard settings and hardware options vary. Use the setupprocedures presented in this chapter for reference only. Refer toyour OS documentation for detailed information.•Make sure that you install Windows® 2000 Service Pack 4 or theWindows® XP Service Pack1 or later versions before installing thedrivers for better compatibility and system stability.The contents of the support CD are subject to change at any timewithout notice. Visit the ASUS website(www.asus.com) for updates.Click an icon toClick an icon toClick an icon toClick an icon toClick an icon todisplay supportdisplay supportdisplay supportdisplay supportdisplay supportCD/motherboardCD/motherboardCD/motherboardCD/motherboardCD/motherboardinformationinformationinformationinformationinformation
5-25-25-25-25-2 Chapter 5: Software supportChapter 5: Software supportChapter 5: Software supportChapter 5: Software supportChapter 5: Software support5.2.25.2.25.2.25.2.25.2.2 Drivers menuDrivers menuDrivers menuDrivers menuDrivers menuThe drivers menu shows the available device drivers if the system detectsinstalled devices. Install the necessary drivers to activate the devices.VIA 4 in 1 driversVIA 4 in 1 driversVIA 4 in 1 driversVIA 4 in 1 driversVIA 4 in 1 driversThis item installs the following drivers:- VIA Registry (INF) driver- VIA ATAPI vendor support driver- VIA PCI IRQ Miniport driver.VIA IDE RAID Controller driverVIA IDE RAID Controller driverVIA IDE RAID Controller driverVIA IDE RAID Controller driverVIA IDE RAID Controller driverInstalls the VIA 6420 RAID controller driver and application.Make VIA 6420 Driver DiskMake VIA 6420 Driver DiskMake VIA 6420 Driver DiskMake VIA 6420 Driver DiskMake VIA 6420 Driver DiskAllows you to create a RAID driver disk for the VIA 6420 RAIDconfiguration.PCI Marvell Yukon Gigabit Ethernet DriverPCI Marvell Yukon Gigabit Ethernet DriverPCI Marvell Yukon Gigabit Ethernet DriverPCI Marvell Yukon Gigabit Ethernet DriverPCI Marvell Yukon Gigabit Ethernet DriverInstalls the Marvell® Yukon 88E8053 PCI Express™ Gigabit LAN driver thatprovides up to 1000 Mbps data transfer rates.ALC850 Audio DriverALC850 Audio DriverALC850 Audio DriverALC850 Audio DriverALC850 Audio DriverInstalls the Realtek® ALC850 audio controller and application.
ASUS A8V-E DeluxeASUS A8V-E DeluxeASUS A8V-E DeluxeASUS A8V-E DeluxeASUS A8V-E Deluxe 5-35-35-35-35-3ASUS Wireless LAN adapter Drivers and UtilityASUS Wireless LAN adapter Drivers and UtilityASUS Wireless LAN adapter Drivers and UtilityASUS Wireless LAN adapter Drivers and UtilityASUS Wireless LAN adapter Drivers and UtilityInstalls the driver, utilities, and setup wizard for the ASUS WiFi-g™ wirelesssolution. Refer to the WiFi-g™ documentation for details.USB 2.0 DriverUSB 2.0 DriverUSB 2.0 DriverUSB 2.0 DriverUSB 2.0 DriverInstalls the USB 2.0 driver.AMD Cool ‘n’ Quiet  DriverAMD Cool ‘n’ Quiet  DriverAMD Cool ‘n’ Quiet  DriverAMD Cool ‘n’ Quiet  DriverAMD Cool ‘n’ Quiet  DriverLaunches the AMD Cool ‘n’ Quiet!™ Technology driver installation wizard.
5-45-45-45-45-4 Chapter 5: Software supportChapter 5: Software supportChapter 5: Software supportChapter 5: Software supportChapter 5: Software support5.2.35.2.35.2.35.2.35.2.3 Utilities menuUtilities menuUtilities menuUtilities menuUtilities menuThe Utilities menu shows the applications and other software that themotherboard supports.Marvell Yukon VCT ApplicationMarvell Yukon VCT ApplicationMarvell Yukon VCT ApplicationMarvell Yukon VCT ApplicationMarvell Yukon VCT ApplicationInstalls the Marvell® Yukon Virtual Cable Tester (VCT) application. The VCTis a cable diagnostic application that analyzes and reports LAN cable faultsand shorts. See page 5-11 for details.AI BoosterAI BoosterAI BoosterAI BoosterAI BoosterThe ASUS AI Booster application allows you to overclock the CPU speed in aWindows® environment.ASUS PC ProbeASUS PC ProbeASUS PC ProbeASUS PC ProbeASUS PC ProbeThis smart utility monitors the fan speed, CPU temperature, and systemvoltages, and alerts you of any detected problems. This utility helps youkeep your computer in healthy operating condition.ASUS UpdateASUS UpdateASUS UpdateASUS UpdateASUS UpdateAllows you to download the latest version of the BIOS from the ASUSwebsite.Before using the ASUS Update, make sure that you have an Internetconnection so you can connect to the ASUS website.
ASUS A8V-E DeluxeASUS A8V-E DeluxeASUS A8V-E DeluxeASUS A8V-E DeluxeASUS A8V-E Deluxe 5-55-55-55-55-5Microsoft DirectXMicrosoft DirectXMicrosoft DirectXMicrosoft DirectXMicrosoft DirectXInstalls the Microsoft® DirectX 9.0 driver.  The Microsoft DirectX® 9.0 is amultimedia technology that enhances computer graphics and sound.DirectX® improves the multimedia features of you computer so you canenjoy watching TV and movies, capturing videos, or playing games in yourcomputer. Visit the Microsoft website (www.microsoft.com) for updates.Winbond Voice EditorWinbond Voice EditorWinbond Voice EditorWinbond Voice EditorWinbond Voice EditorThis program is for recording and customizing wave files for the ASUSPOST Reporter™. Use this program to change the default vocal POSTmessages. See section “3.3 Vocal POST Messages” for a list of the defaultmessages.Anti-virus UtilityAnti-virus UtilityAnti-virus UtilityAnti-virus UtilityAnti-virus UtilityThe anti-virus application detects and protects your computer from virusesthat destroys data.ADOBE Acrobat ReaderADOBE Acrobat ReaderADOBE Acrobat ReaderADOBE Acrobat ReaderADOBE Acrobat ReaderInstalls the Adobe® Acrobat® Reader that allows you to open, view, andprint documents in Portable Document Format (PDF).ASUS Screen SaverASUS Screen SaverASUS Screen SaverASUS Screen SaverASUS Screen SaverBring life to your computer screen by installing the ASUS screen saver.
5-65-65-65-65-6 Chapter 5: Software supportChapter 5: Software supportChapter 5: Software supportChapter 5: Software supportChapter 5: Software support5.2.45.2.45.2.45.2.45.2.4 ASUS Contact informationASUS Contact informationASUS Contact informationASUS Contact informationASUS Contact informationClick the Contact Contact Contact Contact Contact tab to display the ASUS contact information. You canalso find this information on the inside front cover of this user guide.5.2.55.2.55.2.55.2.55.2.5 Other informationOther informationOther informationOther informationOther informationThe icons on the top right corner of the screen give additional informationon the motherboard and the contents of the support CD. Click an icon todisplay the specified information.Motherboard InfoMotherboard InfoMotherboard InfoMotherboard InfoMotherboard InfoDisplays the general specifications of the motherboard.
ASUS A8V-E DeluxeASUS A8V-E DeluxeASUS A8V-E DeluxeASUS A8V-E DeluxeASUS A8V-E Deluxe 5-75-75-75-75-7Browse this CDBrowse this CDBrowse this CDBrowse this CDBrowse this CDDisplays the support CD contents in graphical format.Technical support FormTechnical support FormTechnical support FormTechnical support FormTechnical support FormDisplays the ASUS Technical Support Request Form that you have to fill outwhen requesting technical support.
5-85-85-85-85-8 Chapter 5: Software supportChapter 5: Software supportChapter 5: Software supportChapter 5: Software supportChapter 5: Software supportFilelistFilelistFilelistFilelistFilelistDisplays the contents of the support CD and a brief description of each intext format.
ASUS A8V-E DeluxeASUS A8V-E DeluxeASUS A8V-E DeluxeASUS A8V-E DeluxeASUS A8V-E Deluxe 5-95-95-95-95-95.3 Software informationMost of the applications in the support CD have wizards that willconveniently guide you through the installation. View the online help orreadme file that came with the software application for more information.5.3.15.3.15.3.15.3.15.3.1 ASUS MyLogo2™ASUS MyLogo2™ASUS MyLogo2™ASUS MyLogo2™ASUS MyLogo2™The ASUS MyLogo2™ utility lets you customize the boot logo. The bootlogo is the image that appears on screen during the Power-On Self-Tests(POST). The ASUS MyLogo2™ is automatically installed when you install theASUS Update ASUS Update ASUS Update ASUS Update ASUS Update utility from the support CD. See section “5.2.3 Utilitiesmenu” for details.To launch the ASUS MyLogo2™:1. Launch the ASUS Update utility. Refer to  section “4.1.5 ASUS Updateutility” for details.2. Select Options Options Options Options Options from the drop down menu, then click NextNextNextNextNext.3. Check the option Launch MyLogo to replace system bootLaunch MyLogo to replace system bootLaunch MyLogo to replace system bootLaunch MyLogo to replace system bootLaunch MyLogo to replace system bootlogo before flashing BIOSlogo before flashing BIOSlogo before flashing BIOSlogo before flashing BIOSlogo before flashing BIOS, then click NextNextNextNextNext.4. Select Update BIOS from a fileUpdate BIOS from a fileUpdate BIOS from a fileUpdate BIOS from a fileUpdate BIOS from a file from the drop down menu, thenclick NextNextNextNextNext.5. When prompted, locate the newBIOS file, then click NextNextNextNextNext. TheASUS MyLogo2 window appears.6. From the left window pane, selectthe folder that contains the imageyou intend to use as your bootlogo.• Before using the ASUS MyLogo2™, use the AWDFLASH utility tomake a copy of your original BIOS file, or obtain the latest BIOSversion from the ASUS website. See section “4.1.2 Updating theBIOS”.•Make sure that the BIOS item Full Screen Logo Full Screen Logo Full Screen Logo Full Screen Logo Full Screen Logo is set to[Enabled] if you wish to use ASUS MyLogo2.See section “4.6.5 Boot Settings Configuration”.•You can create your own boot logo image in GIF, JPG, or BMP fileformats.
5-105-105-105-105-10 Chapter 5: Software supportChapter 5: Software supportChapter 5: Software supportChapter 5: Software supportChapter 5: Software support9. When the screen returns to the ASUS Update utility, flash the originalBIOS to load the new boot logo.10. After flashing the BIOS, restart the computer to display the new bootlogo during POST.8. Adjust the boot image to yourdesired size by selecting a valueon the Ratio Ratio Ratio Ratio Ratio box.7. When the logo images appear onthe right window pane, select animage to enlarge by clicking on it.
ASUS A8V-E DeluxeASUS A8V-E DeluxeASUS A8V-E DeluxeASUS A8V-E DeluxeASUS A8V-E Deluxe 5-115-115-115-115-113. Click the RunRunRunRunRun button to perform a cable test.5.3.25.3.25.3.25.3.25.3.2 AI NET 2AI NET 2AI NET 2AI NET 2AI NET 2The Marvell® Virtual Cable Tester™ (VCT) is a cable diagnostic utility thatreports LAN cable faults and shorts using the Time Domain Reflectometry(TDR) technology. The VCT detects and reports open and shorted cables,impedance mismatches, pair swaps, pair polarity problems, and pair skewproblems of up to 100 meters at one meter accuracy.The VCT feature reduces networking and support costs through a highlymanageable and controlled network system. This utility can be incorporatedin the network systems sofware for ideal field support as well asdevelopment diagnostics.Using the Virtual Cable Tester™Using the Virtual Cable Tester™Using the Virtual Cable Tester™Using the Virtual Cable Tester™Using the Virtual Cable Tester™To use the the Marvell® Virtual Cable Tester™  utility:1. Launch the VCT utility from the Windows® desktop by clickingStart > All Programs > Marvell > Virtual Cable TesterStart > All Programs > Marvell > Virtual Cable TesterStart > All Programs > Marvell > Virtual Cable TesterStart > All Programs > Marvell > Virtual Cable TesterStart > All Programs > Marvell > Virtual Cable Tester.2. Click Virtual CableVirtual CableVirtual CableVirtual CableVirtual CableTester Tester Tester Tester Tester from the menuto display the screenbelow.•The VCT only runs on systems with Windows® XP or Windows® 2000operating systems.• The RunRunRunRunRun button on the Virtual Cable Tester™ main window isdisabled if no problem is detected on the LAN cable(s) connected tothe LAN port(s).•If you want the system to check the LAN cable before entering theOS, enable the POST Check LAN cablePOST Check LAN cablePOST Check LAN cablePOST Check LAN cablePOST Check LAN cable item in the BIOS. Seesection “4.4.7 LAN Cable Status” for details.
5-125-125-125-125-12 Chapter 5: Software supportChapter 5: Software supportChapter 5: Software supportChapter 5: Software supportChapter 5: Software support5.3.35.3.35.3.35.3.35.3.3 Audio configurationsAudio configurationsAudio configurationsAudio configurationsAudio configurationsThe  Realtek® ALC850 AC ‘97 audio CODEC provides 8-channel audiocapability to deliver the ultimate audio experience on your PC. The softwareprovides Jack-Sensing function (Line-In, Line-Out, Mic-In), S/PDIF outsupport and interrupt capability. The ALC850 also includes the Realtek®proprietary UAJ® (Universal Audio Jack) technology for three ports (Line-In,Line-Out and Mic-In), eliminating cable connection errors and giving usersplug and play convenience.Follow the installation wizard to install the Realtek ALC850 AudioRealtek ALC850 AudioRealtek ALC850 AudioRealtek ALC850 AudioRealtek ALC850 AudioDriver and ApplicationDriver and ApplicationDriver and ApplicationDriver and ApplicationDriver and Application from the support CD that came with themotherboard package.If the Realtek audio software is correctly installed, you will find theSoundEffect icon on the taskbar.From the taskbar, double-click on theSoundEffect SoundEffect SoundEffect SoundEffect SoundEffect icon to display the RealtekRealtekRealtekRealtekRealtekAudio Control PanelAudio Control PanelAudio Control PanelAudio Control PanelAudio Control Panel.Sound Effect optionsSound Effect optionsSound Effect optionsSound Effect optionsSound Effect optionsThe Realtek® ALC850 Audio CODEC allows you to set your listeningenvironment, adjust the equalizer, set the karaoke, or selectpre-programmed equalizer settings for your listening pleasure.The Jack-sensing and UAJ® technology features are supported on theLine-In, Line-Out, and Mic jacks only.Realtek SoundEffect iconRealtek SoundEffect iconRealtek SoundEffect iconRealtek SoundEffect iconRealtek SoundEffect icon
ASUS A8V-E DeluxeASUS A8V-E DeluxeASUS A8V-E DeluxeASUS A8V-E DeluxeASUS A8V-E Deluxe 5-135-135-135-135-13S/PDIF optionS/PDIF optionS/PDIF optionS/PDIF optionS/PDIF optionThe Sony/Philips Digital Interface (S/PDIF) options allows you to changeyour S/PDIF output settings.To set the S/PDIF options:1. From the Realtek Audio Control Panel, click the SPDIF SPDIF SPDIF SPDIF SPDIF button.2. Click the option buttons to change your S/PDIF out settings.3. Click the Exit (XXXXX) button on the upper-right hand corner of the windowto exit.To set the sound effect options:1. From the Realtek Audio Control Panel, click the Sound EffectSound EffectSound EffectSound EffectSound Effectbutton.2. Click the shortcut buttons to change the acoustic environment, adjustthe equalizer, or set the karaoke to your desired settings.3. The audio settings take effect immediately after you click on thebuttons.4. Click the Exit (XXXXX) button on the upper-right hand corner of the windowto exit.
5-145-145-145-145-14 Chapter 5: Software supportChapter 5: Software supportChapter 5: Software supportChapter 5: Software supportChapter 5: Software supportSpeaker ConfigurationSpeaker ConfigurationSpeaker ConfigurationSpeaker ConfigurationSpeaker ConfigurationThis option allows you to set your speaker configuration.To set the speaker configuration:1. From the Realtek Audio Control Panel, click the SpeakerSpeakerSpeakerSpeakerSpeakerConfiguration Configuration Configuration Configuration Configuration button.2. Select from the combo list box your current speaker setup, then clickAuto TestAuto TestAuto TestAuto TestAuto Test to test your settings.3. Click the UAJ AutomaticUAJ AutomaticUAJ AutomaticUAJ AutomaticUAJ Automatic button to enable or disable the UniversalAudio Jack(UAJ®) technology feature.4. Click the Exit (XXXXX) button on the upper-right hand corner of the windowto exit.
ASUS A8V-E DeluxeASUS A8V-E DeluxeASUS A8V-E DeluxeASUS A8V-E DeluxeASUS A8V-E Deluxe 5-155-155-155-155-155. When finished, the utility prompts the Realtek® EZ-connection dialogbox showing your current audio connections. The text at the bottomof the box explains your audio connection status. An X mark denotesan incorrect connection.AI Audio featureAI Audio featureAI Audio featureAI Audio featureAI Audio featureThe AI Audio feature works through the connector sensing option thatallows you to check if your audio devices are connected properly.To start the connector sensing:1. From the Realtek Audio Control Panel, click the Connector SensingConnector SensingConnector SensingConnector SensingConnector Sensingbutton.2. Click the Bracket Bracket Bracket Bracket Bracket button to display connected audio devices.3. Click the Option Option Option Option Option button to change sensing options.4. Click the Start Start Start Start Start button to start connection sensing. A progress bardisplays current connector sensing status.Make sure to exit all audio applications before starting this function.
5-165-165-165-165-16 Chapter 5: Software supportChapter 5: Software supportChapter 5: Software supportChapter 5: Software supportChapter 5: Software support6. If there are detected problems, make sure that your audio cables areconnected to the proper audio jack and repeat connector sensing.7. Click the X X X X X button to exit EZ-connection dialog box.8. Click the Exit (XXXXX) button on the upper-right hand corner of the windowto exit audio control panel.HRTF DemoHRTF DemoHRTF DemoHRTF DemoHRTF DemoThis option shows a demo of the Head-Related Transfer Functions (HRTF).To start the HRTF demo:1. From the Realtek Audio Control Panel, click the HRTF Demo HRTF Demo HRTF Demo HRTF Demo HRTF Demo button.2. Click the option buttons to change the sound, moving path or EAXsettings.3. Click the Play Play Play Play Play button to start or the Stop Stop Stop Stop Stop button to stop.4. Click the Exit (XXXXX) button on the upper-right hand corner of the windowto exit.
ASUS A8V-E DeluxeASUS A8V-E DeluxeASUS A8V-E DeluxeASUS A8V-E DeluxeASUS A8V-E Deluxe 5-175-175-175-175-17Rear panel audio ports function variationRear panel audio ports function variationRear panel audio ports function variationRear panel audio ports function variationRear panel audio ports function variationThe functions of the Line Out (lime), Line In (blue), Mic (pink), RearSpeaker Out (gray), Side Speaker Out (black), and Center/Subwoofer(yellow orange) ports on the rear panel change when you select the4-channel, 6-channel or 8-channel audio configurations. See the 8, 6, 4 or2-channel speaker configuration on page 2-23.General settingsGeneral settingsGeneral settingsGeneral settingsGeneral settingsThis option shows the audio settings and allows you to change thelanguage setting or toggle the SoundEffect icon display on the Windowstaskbar.To display the general settings:1. From the Realtek Audio Control Panel, click the General General General General General button.2. Click the option button to enable or disable the icon display on theWindows taskbar.3. Click the Language Language Language Language Language combo list box to change language display.4. Click the Exit (XXXXX) button on the upper-right hand corner of the windowto exit.
5-185-185-185-185-18 Chapter 5: Software supportChapter 5: Software supportChapter 5: Software supportChapter 5: Software supportChapter 5: Software support5.4 RAID configurationsThe motherboard comes with the VIA VT8237R Southbridge RAIDcontroller that allows you to configure Serial ATA hard disk drives as RAIDsets.  The motherboard supports the following RAID configurations.RAID 0RAID 0RAID 0RAID 0RAID 0 (Data striping) optimizes two identical hard disk drives to read andwrite data in parallel, interleaved stacks. Two hard disks perform the samework as a single drive but at a sustained data transfer rate, double that ofa single disk alone, thus improving data access and storage. Use of twonew identical hard disk drives is required for this setup.RAID 1RAID 1RAID 1RAID 1RAID 1 (Data mirroring) copies and maintains an identical image of datafrom one drive to a second drive. If one drive fails, the disk arraymanagement software directs all applications to the surviving drive as itcontains a complete copy of the data in the other drive. This RAIDconfiguration provides data protection and increases fault tolerance to theentire system. Use two new drives or use an existing drive and a new drivefor this setup. The new drive must be of the same size or larger than theexisting drive.If you want to boot the system from a hard disk drive included in a RAIDset, copy first the RAID driver from the support CD to a floppy diskbefore you install an operating system to a selected hard disk drive.Refer to section “5.5 Creating a RAID driver disk” for details.5.4.15.4.15.4.15.4.15.4.1 Installing hard disksInstalling hard disksInstalling hard disksInstalling hard disksInstalling hard disksThe motherboard supports Serial ATA hard disk drives. For optimalperformance, install identical drives of the same model and capacity whencreating a disk array.Installing Serial ATA (SATA) hard disksInstalling Serial ATA (SATA) hard disksInstalling Serial ATA (SATA) hard disksInstalling Serial ATA (SATA) hard disksInstalling Serial ATA (SATA) hard disksTo install the SATA hard disks for a RAID configuration:1. Install the SATA hard disks into the drive bays.2. Connect the SATA signal cables.3. Connect a SATA power cable to the power connector on each drive.
ASUS A8V-E DeluxeASUS A8V-E DeluxeASUS A8V-E DeluxeASUS A8V-E DeluxeASUS A8V-E Deluxe 5-195-195-195-195-19Entering VIA Tech RAID BIOS UtilityEntering VIA Tech RAID BIOS UtilityEntering VIA Tech RAID BIOS UtilityEntering VIA Tech RAID BIOS UtilityEntering VIA Tech RAID BIOS Utility1. Boot-up your computer.2. During POST, press <Tab>  to enter VIA RAID configuration utility.The following menu options will appear.On the upper-right side of the screen is the message and legend box. Thekeys on the legend box allows you to navigate through the setup menuoptions. The message describes the function of each menu item. Thefollowing lists the keys found in the legend box with their correspondingfunctions.<F1><F1><F1><F1><F1> : View Array/Disk Status↑, , , , , ↓:Move to the next item<Enter><Enter><Enter><Enter><Enter> : Confirm the selection<ESC><ESC><ESC><ESC><ESC> : ExitThe RAID BIOS information on the setup screen shown below is forreference only. What you see on your screen may not exactly matchwhat is shown here.5.4.25.4.25.4.25.4.25.4.2 VIA RAID configurationsVIA RAID configurationsVIA RAID configurationsVIA RAID configurationsVIA RAID configurationsThe motherboard includes a high performance IDE RAID controllerintegrated in the VIA VT8237R southbridge chipset. It supports RAID 0 andRAID 1 with two independent Serial ATA channels.  Create Array  Delete Array  Create/Delete Spare  Select Boot Array  Serial Number ViewVIA Tech. RAID BIOS Ver 1.xxCreate a RAID array withthe hard disks attached toVIA RAID controllerF1 : View Array/Disk Status↑,↓: Move to next itemEnter : Confirm the selectionESC : Exit      Channel Drive Name    Array Name Mode Size(GB) StatusSerial_Ch0 Master XXXXXXXXXXX ARRAY 0 SATA 999.99 XXXXXXXSerial_Ch1 Master XXXXXXXXXXX ARRAY 0 SATA 999.99 XXXXXXX
5-205-205-205-205-20 Chapter 5: Software supportChapter 5: Software supportChapter 5: Software supportChapter 5: Software supportChapter 5: Software supportCreate ArrayCreate ArrayCreate ArrayCreate ArrayCreate Array1. From the VIA RAID BIOS utility main menu, select Create ArrayCreate ArrayCreate ArrayCreate ArrayCreate Array thenpress <Enter><Enter><Enter><Enter><Enter>. The main menu items on the upper-left corner of thescreen are replaced with create array menu options.RAID 0 for performanceRAID 0 for performanceRAID 0 for performanceRAID 0 for performanceRAID 0 for performance1. From the create array menu, select Array ModeArray ModeArray ModeArray ModeArray Mode, then press<Enter>. The supported RAID configurations appear on a pop-upmenu.2. Select RAID 0 for performanceRAID 0 for performanceRAID 0 for performanceRAID 0 for performanceRAID 0 for performance then press <Enter>.From this point, you may choose to auto-configure the RAID array byselecting Auto Setup for PerformanceAuto Setup for PerformanceAuto Setup for PerformanceAuto Setup for PerformanceAuto Setup for Performance or manually configure theRAID array for stripped sets.  If you want to auto-configure, proceedto the next step, otherwise, skip to step 5.3. Select  Auto Setup for PerformanceAuto Setup for PerformanceAuto Setup for PerformanceAuto Setup for PerformanceAuto Setup for Performance and press <Enter>. Thefollowing confirmation message appears.   RAID 1 for data protection   RAID 0/1   RAID SPAN for capacityRAID 0 for performanceAuto create array will destroy alldata on disks, Continue? (Y/N)  Auto Setup For Data Security  Array Mode RAID 1 (Mirroring)  Select Disk Drives  Start Create ProcessVIA Tech. RAID BIOS Ver 1.xxCreate a RAID array withthe hard disks attached toVIA RAID controllerF1 : View Array/Disk Status↑,↓: Move to next itemEnter : Confirm the selectionESC : Exit      Channel Drive Name    Array Name Mode Size(GB) StatusSerial_Ch0 Master XXXXXXXXXXX ARRAY 0 SATA 999.99 XXXXXXXSerial_Ch1 Master XXXXXXXXXXX ARRAY 0 SATA 999.99 XXXXXXX
ASUS A8V-E DeluxeASUS A8V-E DeluxeASUS A8V-E DeluxeASUS A8V-E DeluxeASUS A8V-E Deluxe 5-215-215-215-215-21Use arrow keys to move selection bar on items and press <Enter> toselect.7. Select Start Create ProcessStart Create ProcessStart Create ProcessStart Create ProcessStart Create Process and press <Enter> to set up hard diskfor RAID system. The following confirmation message appears:8. Press <Y> to confirm or <N> to return to the configuration options.9. Press <Esc> to go back to main menu.RAID 1 for data protectionRAID 1 for data protectionRAID 1 for data protectionRAID 1 for data protectionRAID 1 for data protection1.   From the create array menu, select Array ModeArray ModeArray ModeArray ModeArray Mode, then press <Enter>.The supported RAID configurations appear on a pop-up menu.The data on the selected disks willbe destroyed. Continue? (Y/N)  4K  8K  16K  32K  64K  RAID 0 for performance  RAID 1 for data protection  RAID 0/1  RAID SPAN for capacityRAID 1 for data protectionTIP: TIP: TIP: TIP: TIP: For server systems, use of a lower arrayblock size is recommended. For multimediacomputer systems used mainly for audio andvideo editing, a higher array block size isrecommended for optimum performance.4. Press <Y> to confirm or <N> to return to the configuration options. Ifyou selected <Y>, proceed to step 9.5. Select Select Disk DrivesSelect Disk DrivesSelect Disk DrivesSelect Disk DrivesSelect Disk Drives, then press <Enter>. Use arrow keys toselect disk drive, then press <Enter> to mark selected drive. Anasterisk appears before a selected drive.6. Select Block SizeBlock SizeBlock SizeBlock SizeBlock Size, then press <Enter> to set array block size. A listof valid array block sizes are displayed on a pop-up menu.2. Select RAID 1 for data protectionRAID 1 for data protectionRAID 1 for data protectionRAID 1 for data protectionRAID 1 for data protection then press <Enter>.
5-225-225-225-225-22 Chapter 5: Software supportChapter 5: Software supportChapter 5: Software supportChapter 5: Software supportChapter 5: Software support8. If you select <Y> the utility will duplicate your data. Press <Y>anytime if you want to exit the duplication process.3. From this point, you can auto-configure the RAID array by selectingAuto Setup for Data SecurityAuto Setup for Data SecurityAuto Setup for Data SecurityAuto Setup for Data SecurityAuto Setup for Data Security or manually configure the RAIDarray for mirrored sets. If you want to auto-configure, proceed to thenext step, otherwise, skip to step 6.4. Select  Auto Setup for Data SecurityAuto Setup for Data SecurityAuto Setup for Data SecurityAuto Setup for Data SecurityAuto Setup for Data Security and press <Enter>. Thefollowing confirmation message appears.  The data on the selected disks will  be destroyed. Continue? (Y/N)10. Press <Y> to confirm or <N> to return to the configuration options.11. Press <Esc> to go back to main menu.Auto create array will destroy alldata on disks, Continue? (Y/N)5. Press <Y> to confirm or <N> to return to the configuration options. Ifyou selected <Y>, proceed to step 11.6. Select Select Disk DrivesSelect Disk DrivesSelect Disk DrivesSelect Disk DrivesSelect Disk Drives, then press <Enter>. Use arrow keys toselect disk drive/s, then press <Enter>. An asterisk appears before aselected drive.7. Select Start Create ProcessStart Create ProcessStart Create ProcessStart Create ProcessStart Create Process and press <Enter> to setup hard diskfor RAID system. The following inquiry appears:Save the data on source disk tomirror after creation? (Y/N)  Duplicating...  RAID 1 for data protection  Press Yes(Y) to Escape9. If you select <N>, the following confirmation message appears.
ASUS A8V-E DeluxeASUS A8V-E DeluxeASUS A8V-E DeluxeASUS A8V-E DeluxeASUS A8V-E Deluxe 5-235-235-235-235-23RAID Span for capacityRAID Span for capacityRAID Span for capacityRAID Span for capacityRAID Span for capacity1.   From the create array menu, select Array ModeArray ModeArray ModeArray ModeArray Mode, then press <Enter>.The supported RAID configurations appear on a pop-up menu.2. Select RAID SPAN for capacityRAID SPAN for capacityRAID SPAN for capacityRAID SPAN for capacityRAID SPAN for capacity then press <Enter>.3. From this point, you can auto-configure the RAID array by selectingAuto Setup for Capacity Auto Setup for Capacity Auto Setup for Capacity Auto Setup for Capacity Auto Setup for Capacity or manually configure the RAID array forspanned sets. If you want to auto-configure, continue with next step;otherwise, proceed to step 6.4. Select  Auto Setup for CapacityAuto Setup for CapacityAuto Setup for CapacityAuto Setup for CapacityAuto Setup for Capacity and press <Enter>. The followingconfirmation message appears.  RAID 0 for performance  RAID 1 for data protection  RAID 0/1  RAID SPAN for capacityRAID SPAN for capacityAuto create array will destroy alldata on disks, Continue? (Y/N)5. Press <Y> to confirm or <N> to return to the configuration options. Ifyou selected <Y>, proceed to step 11.6. Select Select Disk DrivesSelect Disk DrivesSelect Disk DrivesSelect Disk DrivesSelect Disk Drives, then press <Enter>. Use arrow keys toselect disk drive/s, then press <Enter>. An asterisk appears before aselected drive.7. Select Start Create ProcessStart Create ProcessStart Create ProcessStart Create ProcessStart Create Process and press <Enter> to start RAIDsystem setup. The following inquiry appears:8. If you select <Y>, the utility will save your disk data on Span 0 diskthen configure the RAID set. Proceed to step 11.9. If you select <N>, the following confirmation message appears.  The data on the selected disks will  be destroyed. Continue? (Y/N)Save the data on Span 0 diskafter creation? (Y/N)
5-245-245-245-245-24 Chapter 5: Software supportChapter 5: Software supportChapter 5: Software supportChapter 5: Software supportChapter 5: Software supportDelete ArrayDelete ArrayDelete ArrayDelete ArrayDelete Array1. From the VIA RAID BIOS utility main menu, select Delete ArrayDelete ArrayDelete ArrayDelete ArrayDelete Array thenpress <Enter>.3. Press <Y> to confirm or <N> to return to the configuration options.The selected array will be destroyed.Are you sure? Continue? Press Y/N10. Press <Y> to confirm or <N> to return to the configuration options.11. Press <Esc> to go back to main menu.Select Boot ArraySelect Boot ArraySelect Boot ArraySelect Boot ArraySelect Boot Array1. From the VIA RAID BIOS utility main menu, select Select BootSelect BootSelect BootSelect BootSelect BootArrayArrayArrayArrayArray then press <Enter>.2. From the list of channel used for IDE RAID arrays, press <Enter> toselect a RAID array for boot. After selection, the StatusStatusStatusStatusStatus of theselected array will change to Boot.3. Press <ESC> to return to the menu items. Follow the same procedureto deselect the the boot array.2. From the list of channel used for IDE RAID arrays, press <Enter><Enter><Enter><Enter><Enter> toselect a RAID array to delete. The following confirmation messageappears.  Create Array  Delete Array  Create/Delete Spare  Select Boot Array  Serial Number ViewVIA Tech. RAID BIOS Ver 1.xxCreate a RAID array withthe hard disks attached toVIA RAID controllerF1 : View Array/Disk Status↑,↓: Move to next itemEnter : Confirm the selectionESC : Exit      Channel Drive Name    Array Name Mode Size(GB) Status [ ]Serial_Ch0 Master XXXXXXXXXXX ARRAY 0 SATA 999.99 XXXXXXX [ ]Serial_Ch1 Master XXXXXXXXXXX ARRAY 0 SATA 999.99 XXXXXXX
ASUS A8V-E DeluxeASUS A8V-E DeluxeASUS A8V-E DeluxeASUS A8V-E DeluxeASUS A8V-E Deluxe 5-255-255-255-255-25Serial Number ViewSerial Number ViewSerial Number ViewSerial Number ViewSerial Number View1. From the VIA RAID BIOS utility main menu, select Serial NumberSerial NumberSerial NumberSerial NumberSerial NumberViewViewViewViewView then press <Enter>.2. From the list of channel used for IDE RAID arrays, use the arrow keysto move the selection bar on each item. The serial number for theselected drive is displayed at the bottom of the screen.  Create Array  Delete Array  Create/Delete Spare  Select Boot Array  Serial Number ViewVIA Tech. RAID BIOS Ver 1.xxCreate a RAID array withthe hard disks attached toVIA RAID controllerF1 : View Array/Disk Status↑,↓: Move to next itemEnter : Confirm the selectionESC : Exit      Channel Drive Name    Array Name Mode Size(GB) StatusSerial_Ch0 Master XXXXXXXXXXX ARRAY 0 SATA 999.99 XXXXXXXSerial_Ch1 Master XXXXXXXXXXX ARRAY 0 SATA 999.99 XXXXXXXSerial Number:   XXXXXXXXSerial_Ch0 MasterThis option is useful for identifying same model disks.
5-265-265-265-265-26 Chapter 5: Software supportChapter 5: Software supportChapter 5: Software supportChapter 5: Software supportChapter 5: Software support5.5 Creating a RAID driver diskA floppy disk with the RAID driver is required when installing Windows®2000/XP operating system on a hard disk drive that is included in a RAIDset.To create a RAID driver disk:1. Place the motherboard support CD into the CD-ROM drive.2. When the Drivers Drivers Drivers Drivers Drivers menu appears, click Make VIA 6420 RAIDMake VIA 6420 RAIDMake VIA 6420 RAIDMake VIA 6420 RAIDMake VIA 6420 RAIDDriver DiskDriver DiskDriver DiskDriver DiskDriver Disk to create a VIA RAID driver diskOrBrowse the contents of the support CD to locate the driver disk utilityand go to \Drivers\VIARAID\6420RAID\Drivers\VIARAID\6420RAID\Drivers\VIARAID\6420RAID\Drivers\VIARAID\6420RAID\Drivers\VIARAID\6420RAID for the VIA RAIDdriver disk utility3Insert floppy disk to floppy disk drive.5. Follow succeeding screen information to complete process.6. Write-protect the floppy disk to avoid computer virus infection.To install the RAID driver:1. During the OS installation, the system prompts you to press the F6key to install third-party SCSI or RAID driver.2. Press <F6>     then insert the floppy disk with RAID driver into the floppydisk drive.3. Follow the succeeding screen instructions to complete the installation.Refer to section “5.2.2 Drivers menu” for details.
ASUS A8V-E DeluxeASUS A8V-E DeluxeASUS A8V-E DeluxeASUS A8V-E DeluxeASUS A8V-E Deluxe 5-275-275-275-275-275.6 Cool ‘n’ Quiet!™ TechnologyThe motherboard supports the AMD Cool ‘n’ Quiet!™ Technology thatdynamically and automatically change the CPU speed, voltage, and amountof power depending on the task the CPU performs.5.6.15.6.15.6.15.6.15.6.1 Enabling Cool ‘n’ Quiet!™ TechnologyEnabling Cool ‘n’ Quiet!™ TechnologyEnabling Cool ‘n’ Quiet!™ TechnologyEnabling Cool ‘n’ Quiet!™ TechnologyEnabling Cool ‘n’ Quiet!™ TechnologyTo enable Cool ‘n’ Quiet!™ Technology:1. Turn on the system and enter BIOS by pressing the <Del>     key duringthe Power On Self-Tests (POST).2. In the Advanced > CPU Configuration > AMD CPU Cool &Advanced > CPU Configuration > AMD CPU Cool &Advanced > CPU Configuration > AMD CPU Cool &Advanced > CPU Configuration > AMD CPU Cool &Advanced > CPU Configuration > AMD CPU Cool &Quiet ConfigurationQuiet ConfigurationQuiet ConfigurationQuiet ConfigurationQuiet Configuration menu, select the item Cool N’QuietCool N’QuietCool N’QuietCool N’QuietCool N’Quiet and setit to EnabledEnabledEnabledEnabledEnabled. See section “4.4 Advanced Menu” in the user guide.3. In the Power Power Power Power Power menu, select the item ACPI 2.0 SupportACPI 2.0 SupportACPI 2.0 SupportACPI 2.0 SupportACPI 2.0 Support and set itto YesYesYesYesYes. See section “4.5 Power Menu” in the user guide.4. Save your changes and exit  BIOS Setup.5. Reboot your computer and set your Power Option Propertiesdepending on your operating system.WindowsWindowsWindowsWindowsWindows®®®®® 2000/XP 2000/XP 2000/XP 2000/XP 2000/XP1. From the Windows® 2000/XP operating system, click the StartStartStartStartStartbutton. Select SettingsSettingsSettingsSettingsSettings, then Control PanelControl PanelControl PanelControl PanelControl Panel.2. Make sure the Control Panel is set to Classic View.3. Double-click the Display Display Display Display Display icon inthe Control Panel then select theScreen SaverScreen SaverScreen SaverScreen SaverScreen Saver tab.4. Click the Power...Power...Power...Power...Power... button. Thefollowing dialog box appears.5. From the Power schemesPower schemesPower schemesPower schemesPower schemescombo list box, select MinimalMinimalMinimalMinimalMinimalPower ManagementPower ManagementPower ManagementPower ManagementPower Management.6. Click OK OK OK OK OK to effect settings.Make sure to install the Cool ‘n’ Quiet!™ driver and application beforeusing this feature.
5-285-285-285-285-28 Chapter 5: Software supportChapter 5: Software supportChapter 5: Software supportChapter 5: Software supportChapter 5: Software support5.6.25.6.25.6.25.6.25.6.2 Launching the Cool ‘n’ Quiet!™ softwareLaunching the Cool ‘n’ Quiet!™ softwareLaunching the Cool ‘n’ Quiet!™ softwareLaunching the Cool ‘n’ Quiet!™ softwareLaunching the Cool ‘n’ Quiet!™ softwareThe motherboard support CD includes the Cool ‘n’ Quiet!™ software thatenables you to view your system’s real-time CPU Frequency and voltage.To launch the Cool ‘n’ Quiet!™ program:1. If you are using Windows® 2000, click the StartStartStartStartStart button. SelectPrograms > ASUS > Cool & Quiet > Cool & Quiet.Programs > ASUS > Cool & Quiet > Cool & Quiet.Programs > ASUS > Cool & Quiet > Cool & Quiet.Programs > ASUS > Cool & Quiet > Cool & Quiet.Programs > ASUS > Cool & Quiet > Cool & Quiet.2. If you are using Windows® XP, click the StartStartStartStartStart button. Select AllAllAllAllAllPrograms > ASUS > Cool & Quiet > Cool & Quiet.Programs > ASUS > Cool & Quiet > Cool & Quiet.Programs > ASUS > Cool & Quiet > Cool & Quiet.Programs > ASUS > Cool & Quiet > Cool & Quiet.Programs > ASUS > Cool & Quiet > Cool & Quiet.3. The Cool ‘n’ Quiet!™ technology screen appears and displays thecurrent CPU Frequency and CPU Voltage.Make sure to install the Cool ‘n’ Quiet!™ software from the motherboardsupport CD. Refer to section “5.2.3 Utilities menu”, for details.

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