G1-P5G43 ASUS PC (Desktop Barebone) User’s Manual
E4943 First Edition V1 August 2009 Copyright © 2009 ASUSTeK Computer Inc. All Rights Reserved. No part of this manual, including the products and software described in it, may be reproduced, transmitted, transcribed, stored in a retrieval system, or translated into any language in any form or by any means, except documentation kept by the purchaser for backup purposes, without the express written permission of ASUSTeK Computer Inc. (“ASUS”).
Table of contents Notices.......................................................................................................... vi Safety information....................................................................................... vi About this guide......................................................................................... vii System package contents........................................................................... ix Chapter 1: System introduction 1.1 Welcome!.........
Table of contents Chapter 3: 3.1 Installing an operating system.................................................... 3-2 3.2 Powering up................................................................................... 3-2 3.3 Support DVD information............................................................. 3-2 3.3.1 Running the support DVD................................................ 3-3 3.3.2 Utilities menu................................................................... 3-4 3.3.
Table of contents 5.4 5.5 5.6 5.7 5.8 Advanced menu.......................................................................... 5-11 5.4.1 CPU Configuration..........................................................5-11 5.4.2 Chipset........................................................................... 5-12 5.4.3 Onboard Devices Configuration..................................... 5-13 5.4.4 USB Configuration......................................................... 5-14 5.4.5 PCI PnP..........
Notices REACH Complying with the REACH (Registration, Evaluation, Authorisation, and Restriction of Chemicals) regulatory framework, we published the chemical substances in our products at ASUS REACH website at http://green.asus.com/english/REACH.htm Macrovision Corporation Product Notice This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected by U.S. patents and other intellectual property rights.
Lithium-Ion Battery Warning CAUTION: Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer. Dispose of used batteries according to the manufacturer’s instructions. VORSICHT: Explosionsgetahr bei unsachgemäßen Austausch der Batterie. Ersatz nur durch denselben oder einem vom Hersteller empfohlenem ähnljchen Typ. Entsorgung gebrauchter Batterien nach Angaben des Herstellers.
2. Chapter 2: Basic installation This chapter provides step-by-step instructions on how to install components in the system. 3. Chapter 3: Starting up This chapter helps you power up the system and install drivers and utilities from the support DVD. 4. Chapter 4: Motherboard info This chapter gives information about the motherboard that comes with the system. This chapter includes the motherboard layout, jumper settings, and connector locations. 5.
System package contents Check your G1-P5G43 system package for the following items. If any of the items is damaged or missing, contact your retailer immediately. Item description 1. ASUS G1-P5G43 barebone system with • ASUS motherboard • Power supply unit • ASUS chassis 2. Cable 3. Support DVD 4.
This chapter gives a general description of the ASUS G1-P5G43. The chapter lists the system features including introduction on the front and rear panel, and internal components.
1.1 Welcome! Thank you for choosing the ASUS G1-P5G43! The ASUS G1-P5G43 is an all-in-one barebone system with a versatile home entertainment feature. The system comes in a stylish casing and powered by the ASUS motherboard that supports the Intel® Core™2 Extreme / Core™2 Quad / Core™2 Duo / Pentium® Dual-Core processors in the 775-land package. The system supports up to 16 GB of system memory using DDR2-1066/800/667 DIMMs.
1.3 Rear panel The system rear panel includes the power connector and several I/O ports that allow convenient connection of devices. 3 1 2 4 5 6 DVI 8 SPDIF OUT HDMI 7 10 9 12 11 13 17 14 18 15 16 19 Do NOT cover the rear vent , and the ambience temperature is limited up to 35oC to prevent the system from overheating. 1. Power connector. This connector is for the power cable and plug. 2. Power Switch. This switch is for switching on/off the power supply unit. 3.
5. 6. PS/2 keyboard port. This purple 6-pin connector is for a PS/2 keyboard. USB 2.0 ports 5~6. These 4-pin Universal Serial Bus (USB) ports are available for connecting USB 2.0 devices. 7. Optical S/PDIF Out port. This port connects an external audio output device via an optical S/PDIF cable. 8. HDMI port. This is a High-Definition Mulltimedia Interface (HDMI) connector, and is HDCP compliant allowing playback of HD DVD, Blu-Rau discs, and other protected content. 9. DVI-D Out port.
Refer to the audio configuration table below for the function of the audio ports in 2, 4, 6, or 8-channel configuration. Audio 2, 4, 6, or 8-channel configuration Port Light Blue Lime Pink Orange Black Gray Headset. 2-channel Line In Line Out Mic In – – – 4-channel 6-channel 8-channel Line In Front Speaker Out Mic In – Rear Speaker Out – Line In Front Speaker Out Mic In Center/Subwoofer Rear Speaker Out – Line In Front Speaker Out Mic In Center/Subwoofer Rear Speaker Out Side Speaker Out 19.
1.4 Internal components The illustration below is the internal view of the system when you remove the left side cover. The installed components are labeled for your reference. Proceed to Chapter 2 for instructions on installing additional system components. 4 2 11 5 6 3 7 9 12 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 1-6 1 8 10 Front panel assembly 5.25-inch optical drive bays Hard disk drive bay Power supply unit CPU socket DIMM sockets 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12.
This chapter provides step-by-step instructions on how to install components in the system.
2.1 Preparation Before you proceed, make sure that you have all the components you plan to install in the system. Basic components to install Tool 1. Central Processing Unit (CPU) 2. DDR2 Dual Inline Memory Module (DIMM) 3. Expansion card(s) 4. Hard disk drive 5. Optical drive Phillips (cross) screw driver 2.2 Before you proceed Take note of the following precautions before you install components into the system.
2.3 Removing the side cover and front panel assembly Follow the steps below to remove the side cover and front panel assembly. 1. Remove the cover screws on the rear panel. 2. Pull the side cover toward the rear panel until its hooks disengage from the chassis tab holes. Set the side cover aside. 3. Locate the front panel assembly hooks, then lift them until they disengage from the chassis. 4.
2.4 Central Processing Unit (CPU) 2.4.1 Overview The motherboard comes with a surface mount LGA775 socket designed for the Intel® Core™2 Extreme / Core™2 Quad / Core™2 Duo / Pentium® Dual-Core� processors. 2.4.2 • Make sure that all power cables are unplugged before installing the CPU. • Connect the chassis fan cable to the CHA_FAN connector to ensure system stability. • Upon purchase of the motherboard, make sure that the PnP cap is on the socket and the socket contacts are not bent.
2. Press the load lever with your thumb (A), then move it to the left (B) until it is released from the retention tab. Retention tab A B Load lever To prevent damage to the socket pins, do not remove the PnP cap unless you are installing a CPU. 3. 4. Lift the load lever in the direction of the arrow to a 135º angle. PnP cap Load plate 4B Lift the load plate with your thumb and forefinger to a 100º angle (4A), then push the PnP cap from the load plate window to remove (4B). 4A 3 5.
6. Apply Thermal Interface Material on the CPU before closing the load plate. DO NOT eat the Thermal Interface Material. If it gets into your eyes or touches your skin, make sure to wash it off immediately, and seek professional medical help. 7. Close the load plate (A), then push the load lever (B) until it snaps into the retention tab. A B 2.4.
If you purchased a separate CPU heatsink and fan assembly, make sure that the Thermal Interface Material is properly applied to the CPU heatsink or CPU before you install the heatsink and fan assembly. To install the CPU heatsink and fan: 1. 2. Place the heatsink on top of the installed CPU, making sure that the four fasteners match the holes on the motherboard. A B B A Push down two fasteners at a time in a diagonal sequence to secure the heatsink and fan assembly in place. A B B A 1 1 3.
2.5�������������� Installing a ���� DIMM 2.5.1 Overview The motherboard comes with four Double Data Rate 2 (DDR2) Dual Inline Memory Modules (DIMM) sockets. A DDR2 module has the same physical dimensions as a DDR DIMM but has a 240-pin footprint compared to the 184-pin DDR DIMM. DDR2 DIMMs are notched differently to prevent installation on a DDR DIMM socket.
2.5.2 Memory configurations You may install 512 MB, 1 GB, 2 GB, and 4 GB unbuffered non‑ECC DDR2 DIMMs into the DIMM sockets. • You may install varying memory sizes in Channel A and Channel B. The system maps the total size of the lower-sized channel for the dual-channel configuration. Any excess memory from the higher-sized channel is then mapped for single-channel operation. • Always install DIMMs with the same CAS latency.
P5QPL-VM EPU Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL). DDR2-1066MHz capability Vendor 2-10 Part No. Size SS/ DS Brand Crucial BL12864AA1065.8FE5 1024MB SS N/A Crucial CT25664AA1067.16FE1 2048MB DS Micron G.SKILL F2-8500CL5D-2GBPI 2048MB(kit of 2) SS G.SKILL F2-8500CL5S-1GBPK 1024MB G.SKILL F2-8500CL5D-2GBPK G.SKILL F2-8500CL5D-4GBPI-B G.SKILL Timing DIMM (BIOS) Chip NO.
DDR2-800MHz capability Vendor Part No. Size SS/ DS Brand ChipNO. Timing DIMM (BIOS) Voltage DIMM Support A* B* C* A-Data M2GVD6G3H3160Q1E52 512MB SS VDATA VD29608A8A-25EG20813 • • • A-Data M2OAD6G3H3160Q1E58 512MB SS ADATA AD29608A8A-25EG80812 • • • A-Data AD2800E001GOU 2048MB(Kitof2) SS N/A • • • A-Data M2GVD6G314170Q1E58 1024MB DS VDATA • • A-Data AD2800E002GOU 4096MB(Kitof2) DS N/A • • Apacer 78.91G91.
DDR2 800�������������� MHz capability Vendor 2-12 Part No. Size SS/ DS Brand ChipNO. Timing DIMM (BIOS) Voltage DIMM Support A* B* C* Kingston KVR800D2N6/ 512 512MB SS Elpida E5108AJBG-8E-E 6 1.8V • • • Kingston KHX6400D2LLK2/1GN 1024M(Kitof2) SS Kingston Heat-SinkPackage 4-4-4-12 2.0V • • • Kingston KHX6400D2LL/1G 1024MB DS Kingston Heat-SinkPackage 4-4-4-12 2.0V • • • Kingston KVR800D2N5/1G 1024MB DS Kingston D6408TR4CGL25USL3624 06PECXA 5 1.
DDR2 667�������������� MHz capability Vendor Part No. Size SS/ DS Brand ChipNO. Timing DIMM (BIOS) Voltage DIMM Support A* B* C* A-Data M2OAD5H3J4170I1C53 2048MB DS ADATA AD20908A8A-3EG30724 • • • Apacer 78.91G92.9K5 512MB SS Apacer AM4B5708JQJS7E0751C 5 • • • Apacer AU512E667C5KBGC 512MB SS Apacer AM4B5708GQJS7E06332F 5 • • Apacer AU512E667C5KBGC 512MB SS Apacer AM4B5708MIJS7E0627B 5 • • Apacer 78.01G9O.
DDR2 667�������������� MHz capability Vendor Part No. Size SS/ DS Brand Timing DIMM (BIOS) ChipNO.
2.5.3 Installing a DDR2 DIMM Make sure to unplug the power supply before adding or removing DIMMs or other system components. Failure to do so may cause severe damage to both the motherboard and the components. 1. Unlock a DDR2 DIMM socket by pressing the retaining clips outward. 2. Align a DIMM on the socket such that the notch on the DIMM matches the break on the socket. 2 DDR2 DIMM notch 1 1 Unlocked retaining clip A DDR2 DIMM is keyed with a notch so that it fits in only one direction.
2.6 Expansion slots In the future, you may need to install expansion cards. The following sub‑sections describe the slots and the expansion cards that they support. Make sure to unplug the power cord before adding or removing expansion cards. Failure to do so may cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components. 2.6.1 PCI slots The PCI slots support cards such as a LAN card, SCSI card, USB card, and other cards that comply with PCI specifications.
2.6.4 Installing an expansion card To install an expansion card: 1. Before installing the expansion card, read the documentation that came with it and make the necessary hardware settings for the card. 2. Remove the system unit cover (if your motherboard is already installed in a chassis). 3. Remove the bracket opposite the slot that you intend to use. Keep the screw for later use. 4. Align the card connector with the slot and press firmly until the card is completely seated on the slot. 5.
2.7 Installing storage drives 2.7.1 Installing an optical drive 1. 2. 3. 4. Place the chassis upright, then remove the upper 5.25” drive bay metal plate cover. Insert the optical drive to the bay, then carefully push the drive until its screw holes align with the holes on the bay. Secure the optical drive with two screws on both sides of the bay. For SATA ODD: Connect the SATA signal and power plugs to the connectors at the back of the drive.
2.8 Reinstalling the front panel assembly and side cover To reinstall the front panel assembly and side cover: 1. Insert the front panel assembly hinge-like tabs to the holes on the right side of the chassis. 2. Swing the front panel assembly to the left, then insert the hooks to the chassis until the front panel assembly fits in place. 3. Insert the six side cover hooks into the chassis tab holes . 4. Push the side cover to the direction of the front panel until it fits in place. 5.
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This chapter helps you power up the system and install drivers and utilities from the support DVD.
3.1 Installing an operating system The barebone system supports Windows® XP/Vista operating systems (OS). Always install the latest OS version and corresponding updates so you can maximize the features of your hardware. 3.2 • Because motherboard settings and hardware options vary. Refer to your OS documentation for more information. • Ensure that you install Windows® XP Service Pack 3 /Windows® Vista Service Pack 1 before installing the drivers for better compatibility and system stability.
3.3.1 Running the support DVD To begin using the support DVD, place the DVD in your optical drive. The DVD automatically displays the Drivers menu if Autorun is enabled in your computer. Click an icon to display support DVD/motherboard information Click an item to install If Autorun is NOT enabled in your computer, browse the contents of the support DVD to locate the file ASSETUP.EXE from the BIN folder. Double-click the ASSETUP.EXE to run the DVD.
3.3.2 Utilities menu The Utilities menu shows the applications and other software that the motherboard supports. ASUS InstAll Installs all of the utilities through the Installation Wizard. ASUS Update Allows you to download the latest version of the BIOS from the ASUS website. Before using the ASUS Update, make sure that you have an Internet connection so you can connect to the ASUS website. ASUS AI Manager Installs the ASIS AI Manager.
3.3.3 ASUS Contact information Click the Contact tab to display the ASUS contact information. You can also find this information on the inside front cover of this user guide. 3.3.4 Other information The icons on the top right corner of the screen give additional information on the motherboard and the contents of the support DVD. Click an icon to display the specified information. Motherboard Info Displays the general specifications of the motherboard. ASUSTeK Computer INC. G1-P5G43 Rev X.
Browse this DVD Displays the support DVD contents in graphical format. Filelist Displays the contents of the support DVD and a brief description of each in text format.
This chapter gives information about he motherboard that comes with the system. This chapter includes the motherboard layout, jumper settings, and connector locations.
4.1 Introduction The G1-P5G43 barebone system comes with an ASUS motherboard. This chapter provides technical information about the motherboard for future upgrades or system reconfiguration. 4.
4.3 1. Jumpers Clear RTC RAM (3-pin CLRTC) This jumper allows you to clear the Real Time Clock (RTC) RAM in CMOS. You can clear the CMOS memory of date, time, and system setup parameters by erasing the CMOS RTC RAM data. The onboard button cell battery powers the RAM data in CMOS, which include system setup information such as system passwords. To erase the RTC RAM: 1. Turn OFF the computer and unplug the power cord. 2. Move the jumper cap from pins 1-2 (default) to pins 2-3.
2. USB device wake-up (3-pin USBPW1-6, USBPW7-12) Set the jumpers to +5V to wake up the computer from S1 sleep mode (CPU stopped, DRAM refreshed, system running in low power mode) using the connected USB devices. Set to +5VSB to wake up from S3 and S4 sleep modes (no power to CPU, DRAM in slow refresh, power supply in reduced power mode). USBPW1-6 is for the rear USB ports. USBPW7-12 is for the internal USB connectors that you can connect to additional USB ports. 3.
4.3 1. Connectors CPU, chassis, and power fan connectors. (4-pin CPU_FAN, 3-pin CHA_FAN, 3-pin PWR_FAN) The fan connectors support cooling fans of 350 mA~2000 mA (24 W max.) or a total of 1 A~7 A (84 W max.) at +12V. Connect the fan cables to the fan connectors on the motherboard, ensuring that the black wire of each cable matches the ground pin of the connector. Do not forget to connect the fan cables to the fan connectors. Insufficient air flow inside the system may damage the motherboard components.
2. ATX power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR, 4-pin ATX12V) These connectors are for ATX power supply plugs. The power supply plugs are designed to fit these connectors in only one orientation. Find the proper orientation and push down firmly until the connectors completely fit. 3. • For a fully configured system, we recommend that you use a power supply unit (PSU) that complies with ATX 12 V Specification 2.0 (or later version) and provides a minimum power of 400 W.
4. Serial ATA connectors (7-pin SATA1-6) These connectors are for the Serial ATA signal cables for Serial ATA hard disk drives. Install the Windows® XP Service Pack 2 or later version before using Serial ATA. 5. Optical drive audio connector (4-pin CD) These connectors allow you to receive stereo audio input from sound sources such as a CD-ROM, TV tuner, or MPEG card.
6. IDE connector (40-1 pin PRI_IDE) The onboard IDE connector is for the Ultra DMA 133/100/66 signal cable. There are three connectors on each Ultra DMA 133/100/66 signal cable: blue, black, and gray. Connect the blue connector to the motherboard’s IDE connector, then select one of the following modes to configure your device.
7. System panel connector (20-8 pin PANEL) This connector supports several chassis-mounted functions. • System power LED (2-pin PLED) This 2-pin connector is for the system power LED. Connect the chassis power LED cable to this connector. The system power LED lights up when you turn on the system power, and blinks when the system is in sleep mode. • Hard disk drive activity LED (2-pin IDE_LED) This 2-pin connector is for the HDD Activity LED. Connect the HDD Activity LED cable to this connector.
8. USB connectors (10-1 pin USB78, USB910, USB1112) These connectors are for USB 2.0 ports. Connect the USB module cable to any of these connectors, then install the module to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis. These USB connectors comply with USB 2.0 specification that supports up to 480 Mbps connection speed. Never connect a 1394 cable to the USB connectors. Doing so will damage the motherboard! The USB module cable is purchased separately. 9.
10. Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP) This connector is for a chassis-mounted front panel audio I/O module that supports either HD Audio or legacy AC`97 audio standard. Connect one end of the front panel audio I/O module cable to this connector. We recommend that you connect a high-definition front panel audio module to this connector to avail of the motherboard’s high-definition audio capability. 11. Serial port connectors (10-1 pin COM1) The connector is for a serial (COM) port.
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This chapter tells how to change system settings through the BIOS Setup menus and describes the BIOS parameters.
5.1 Managing and updating your BIOS Save a copy of the original motherboard BIOS file to a USB flash disk in case you need to restore the BIOS in the future. Copy the original motherboard BIOS using the ASUS Update utility. 5.1.1 ASUS Update utility The ASUS Update is a utility that allows you to manage, save, and update the motherboard BIOS in Windows® environment. • ASUS Update requires an Internet connection either through a network or an Internet Service Provider (ISP).
3. Updating from a BIOS file a. Select Update BIOS from a file, then click Next. b. Locate the BIOS file from the Open window, then click Open. Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the updating process. 5.1.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility The ASUS EZ Flash 2 feature allows you to update the BIOS without using an OS‑based utility. To update the BIOS using EZ Flash 2: 1.
5.1.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS The ASUS CrashFree BIOS is an auto recovery tool that allows you to restore the BIOS file when it fails or gets corrupted during the updating process. You can restore a corrupted BIOS file using the motherboard support DVD or a removable device that contains the updated BIOS file. • Before using this utility, rename the BIOS file in the removable device into G1P5G43.ROM. • The BIOS file in the support DVD may not be the latest version.
5.2 BIOS setup program Use the BIOS Setup program to update the BIOS or configure its parameters. The BIOS screens include navigation keys and brief online help to guide you in using the BIOS Setup program. Entering BIOS Setup at startup To enter BIOS Setup at startup: • Press during the Power-On Self Test (POST). If you do not press , POST continues with its routines. Entering BIOS Setup after POST To enter BIOS Setup after POST: • Press ++ simultaneously.
5.2.1 BIOS menu screen Menu items Main Menu bar Advanced Power System Time System Date SATA SATA SATA SATA SATA SATA Configuration fields [00:31:48] [Tue 07/28/2009] 1 2 3 4 5 6 General help BIOS SETUP UTILITY Boot Tools Exit :[Not :[Not :[Not :[Not :[Not :[Not Detected] Detected] Detected] Detected] Detected] Detected] Use [ENTER], [TAB] or [SHIFT-TAB] to select a field. Use [+] or [-] to configure system Time.
5.2.3 Navigation keys At the bottom right corner of a menu screen are the navigation keys for that particular menu. Use the navigation keys to select items in the menu and change the settings. Some of the navigation keys differ from one screen to another. 5.2.4 Menu items The highlighted item on the menu bar displays the specific items for that menu. For example, selecting Main shows the Main menu items.
5.3 Main menu When you enter the BIOS Setup program, the Main menu screen appears, giving you an overview of the basic system information. Refer to section 5.2.1 BIOS menu screen for information on the menu screen items and how to navigate through them.
LBA/Large Mode [Auto] Enables or disables the LBA mode. Setting to [Auto] enables the LBA mode if the device supports this mode, and if the device was not previously formatted with LBA mode disabled. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Auto] Block (Multi-sector Transfer) M [Auto] Enables or disables data multi-sectors transfers. When set to [Auto], the data transfer from and to the device occurs multiple sectors at a time if the device supports multi-sector transfer feature.
Due to Intel chipset driver support regulation, the AHCI mode is not supported in Windows XP environment. The AHCI mode is only supported by Windows Vista with OS built-in driver. Hard Disk Write Protect [Disabled] Disables or enables device write protection. This will be effective only if device is accessed through BIOS. Configuration option: [Disabled] [Enabled] IDE Detect Time Out (Sec) [35] Selects the time out value for detecting ATA/ATAPI devices.
5.4 Advanced menu The Advanced menu items allow you to change the settings for the CPU and other system devices. Take caution when changing the settings of the Advanced menu items. Incorrect field values can cause the system to malfunction. Main Advanced Power BIOS SETUP UTILITY Boot Tools Exit CPU Configuration Chipset Onboard Devices Configuration USB Configuration PCIPnP 5.4.1 Adjust System frequency/voltage.
CPU TM function [Enabled] Enables or disables Intel® CPU Thermal Monitor (TM) function, a CPU overheating protection function. When enabled, the CPU core frequency and voltage are reduced when the CPU overheats. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Execute-Disable Bit Capability [Enabled] Allows you to enable or disable the No-Execution Page Protection Technology. Setting this item to [Disabled] forces the XD feature flag to always return to zero (0).
IGD Graphics Mode Select [Enabled, 32MB] Sets the IGD graphics mode. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled, 32MB] [Enabled, 64MB] [Enabled, 128MB] DVMT Memory [256MB] Configuration options: [128MB] [256MB] [Maximum DVMT] South Bridge Configuration Audio Controller [Disabled] Allows you to set the audio controller. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] 5.4.3 Onboard Devices Configuration Onboard LAN [Enabled] Allows you to enable or disable the onboard LAN controller.
ECP Mode DMA Channel [DMA3] Appears only when the Parallel Port Mode is set to [ECP]. This item allows you to set the Parallel Port ECP DMA. Configuration options: [DMA0] [DMA1] [DMA3] Parallel Port IRQ [IRQ7] Allows you to select parallel port IRQ. Configuration options: [IRQ5] [IRQ7] 5.4.4 USB Configuration The items in this menu allows you to change the USB-related features. Select an item then press to display the configuration options.
USB Mass Storage Device Configuration USB Mass Storage Reset Delay [20 Sec] Allows you to set the maximum time that the BIOS waits for the USB storage device to initialize. Configuration options: [10 Sec] [20 Sec] [30 Sec] [40 Sec] Emulation Type [Auto] Allows you to set the emulation type. Configuration options: [Auto] [Floppy] [Forced FDD] [Hard Disk] [CDROM] 5.4.5 PCI PnP The PCI PnP menu items allow you to change the advanced settings for PCI/PnP devices.
5.5 Power menu The Power menu items allow you to change the settings for the Advanced Power Management (APM). Select an item then press to display the configuration options. Main Advanced Power BIOS SETUP UTILITY Boot Tools Exit Suspend Mode [Auto] ACPI 2.0 Support [Disabled] ACPI APIC Support [Enabled] Select the ACPI state used for System Suspend. APM Configuration Hardware Monitor 5.5.
5.5.4 APM Configuration Restore on AC Power Loss [Power Off] When set to [Power Off], the system goes into off state after an AC power loss. 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] Power On By PS/2 Keyboard [Disabled] Allows you to use the keyboard to turn on the system.
CPU Fan Speed [xxxxRPM] or [Ignored] The onboard hardware monitor automatically detects and displays the CPU fan speed in rotations per minute (RPM). If the fan is not connected to the motherboard, the field shows N/A. Select Ignored if you do not wish to display the detected speed. CPU Q-Fan Control [Disabled] Allows you to enable or disable the Q-Fan control.
5.6 Boot menu The Boot menu items allow you to change the system boot options. Select an item then press to display the sub-menu. Main Advanced Power BIOS SETUP UTILITY Boot Tools Exit Specifies the Boot Device Priority sequence. Boot Settings Boot Device Priority Boot Settings Configuration Security 5.6.1 A virtual drive (Drive B:) may appear when you set the CD-ROM drive as the first boot device.
Bootup Num-Lock [On] Allows you to select the power-on state for the NumLock. Configuration options: [Off] [On] Wait For ‘F1’ If Error [Enabled] When set to Enabled, the system waits for the F1 key to be pressed when error occurs. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Hit ‘DEL’ Message Display [Enabled] When set to [Enabled], the system displays the message Press DEL to run Setup during POST. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] 5.6.
After you have set a supervisor password, the other items appear to allow you to change other security settings. User Access Level [Full Access] This item allows you to select the access restriction to the Setup items. Configuration options: [No Access] [View Only] [Limited] [Full Access] [No Access] - prevents user access to the Setup utility. [View Only] - allows access but does not allow change to any field. [Limited] - allows changes only to selected fields, such as Date and Time.
5.7 Tools menu The Tools menu items allow you to configure options for special functions. Select an item then press to display the sub-menu. Main Advanced Power BIOS SETUP UTILITY Boot Tools Exit ASUS EZ Flash 2 AI NET 2 5.7.1 Press ENTER to run the utility to select and update BIOS. This utility supports 1. FAT 12/16/32 (r/w) 2. MTFS (read only) 3. CD-DISC (read only) ASUS EZ Flash 2 Allows you to run ASUS EZ Flash 2. When you press , a confirmation message appears.
5.8 Exit menu The Exit menu items allow you to load the optimal or failsafe default values for the BIOS items, and save or discard your changes to the BIOS items. Main Advanced Power Exit Options Exit & Save Changes Exit & Discard Changes Discard Changes Load Setup Defaults BIOS SETUP UTILITY Boot Tools Exit Exit system setup after saving the cahnges. F10 key can be used for this operation. Pressing does not immediately exit this menu.
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