Motherboard L1N64-SLI WS
E3014 Second Edition V2 December 2006 Copyright © 2006 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”).
Contents Notices......................................................................................................... vii Safety information..................................................................................... viii About this guide.......................................................................................... ix L1N64-SLI WS specifications summary.................................................... xi Chapter 1: 1.1 1.2 Special features.....................................
Contents 2.6 2.7 Jumper......................................................................................... 2-20 Connectors.................................................................................. 2-21 2.7.1 2.7.2 Chapter 3: 3.1 3.2 3.2.1 Using the dual function power switch............................... 3-2 BIOS setup 4.1.1 ASUS Update utility......................................................... 4-1 4.1.3 AFUDOS utility..........................................................
Contents 4.4 Advanced menu.......................................................................... 4-17 4.4.1 JumperFree Configuration............................................. 4-17 4.4.3 Chipset........................................................................... 4-22 4.4.2 4.4.4 4.4.5 4.5 4.4.6 4.5.3 ACPI APIC Support........................................................ 4-29 ACPI 2.0 Support........................................................... 4-29 APM Configuration...........
Contents Chapter 5: 5.1 5.2 Support CD information............................................................... 5-1 5.2.1 Running the support CD.................................................. 5-1 5.2.3 Utilities menu................................................................... 5-3 5.2.2 5.2.4 5.2.5 5.2.6 5.2.7 vi Software support Installing an operating system.................................................... 5-1 Drivers menu............................................................
Notices Federal Communications Commission Statement This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: • • This device may not cause harmful interference, and This device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation. This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Safety information Electrical safety • • • • • • To prevent electrical shock hazard, disconnect the power cable from the electrical outlet before relocating the system. When adding or removing devices to or from the system, ensure that the power cables for the devices are unplugged before the signal cables are connected. If possible, disconnect all power cables from the existing system before you add a device.
About this guide This user guide contains the information you need when installing and configuring the motherboard. How this guide is organized This guide contains the following parts: • Chapter 1: Product introduction This chapter describes the features of the motherboard and the new technology it supports.
Conventions used in this guide To make sure that you perform certain tasks properly, take note of the following symbols used throughout this manual. DANGER/WARNING: Information to prevent injury to yourself when trying to complete a task. CAUTION: Information to prevent damage to the components when trying to complete a task. IMPORTANT: Instructions that you MUST follow to complete a task. NOTE: Tips and additional information to help you complete a task.
L1N64-SLI WS specifications summary CPU Supports 2 AMD Atholon™ 64FX Socket L1 (1207FX) CPU Supports AMD Cool ‘n’ Quiet™ Technology AMD64 architecture enables simultaneous 32-bit and 64-bit computing Chipset 2 x NVIDIA® MCP55PXE System bus 2000 / 1600 MT/s Memory Dual-channel memory architecture - 4 x 240-pin DIMM sockets support unbufferred ECC/non-ECC DDR2 800/667/533/400 MHz memory modules - Supports up to 8 GB system memory Expansion slots 4 x PCI Express™ x16 slots (at x16, x8, x16, x
L1N64-SLI WS specifications summary ASUS special features Performance Intelligent overclocking tools: - ASUS C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) - Adjustable FSB/DDR2 ratio. Fixed PCI/PCIe frequencies. - Hyper Path 3 Precision Tweaker: - vDIMM: 25-step DRAM voltage control - vCore: Adjustable CPU voltage at 0.
L1N64-SLI WS specifications summary BIOS features 8 Mb AMI BIOS, PnP, DMI 2.0, WfM2.0, SM BIOS 2.3 Manageability WOL by PME, WOR by PME, PXE, AI NET 2, Chassis Intrusion Power requirements ATX power supply (with 24-pin and 4-pin 12 V plugs) ATX 12 V 2.0 compliant Support CD contents Device drivers BIOS flash utility under DOS ASUS PC Probe II ASUS Update NVIDIA® RAID Form factor CEB form factor: 12 in x 10.5 in (30.5 cm x 26.7 cm) *Specifications are subject to change without notice.
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This chapter describes the motherboard features and the new technologies it supports.
Chapter summary 1.1 1.2 1 Welcome!....................................................................................... 1-1 Special features.............................................................................
1.1 Welcome! Thank you for buying an ASUS® L1N64-SLI WS motherboard! The motherboard delivers a host of new features and latest technologies, making it another standout in the long line of ASUS quality motherboards! Before you start installing the motherboard, and hardware devices on it, check the items in your package with the list below.
1.2 Special features 1.2.1 Product highlights Latest processor technology The motherboard comes with dual 1207-pin surface mount Land Grid Array (LGA) sockets coded Socket L1 (1207FX), designed for AMD processors. The motherboard with the new socket delivers advanced performance and ensuring reliable data protection. See page 2-6 for details.
PCI Express™ interface The motherboard fully supports PCI Express, the latest I/O interconnect technology that speeds up the PCI bus. PCI Express features point‑to‑point serial interconnections between devices and allows higher clockspeeds by carrying data in packets. This high speed interface is software compatible with existing PCI specifications. See page 2-18 for details. Serial ATA I/II technology and SATA-On-The-Go The motherboard fully supports the Serial ATA II 3.
Dual Gigabit LAN solution The motherboard comes with dual Gigabit LAN controllers to provide the total solution for your networking needs. These network controllers use the PCI Express segment to provide faster data bandwidth for your wired or wireless Internet, LAN, and file sharing requirements. See page 2-21 for details. 1.2.
This chapter lists the hardware setup procedures that you have to perform when installing system components. It includes description of the jumpers and connectors on the motherboard.
Chapter summary 2 2.1 Before you proceed...................................................................... 2-1 2.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU).................................................... 2-6 2.2 2.4 Motherboard overview.................................................................. 2-2 System memory.......................................................................... 2-13 2.5 Expansion slots........................................................................... 2-16 2.
2.1 Before you proceed Take note of the following precautions before you install motherboard components or change any motherboard settings. • Unplug the power cord from the wall socket before touching any component. • Use a grounded wrist strap or touch a safely grounded object or to a metal object, such as the power supply case, before handling components to avoid damaging them due to static electricity. • Hold components by the edges to avoid touching the ICs on them.
2.2 Motherboard overview Before you install the motherboard, study the configuration of your chassis to ensure that the motherboard fits into it. Make sure to unplug the power cord before installing or removing the motherboard. Failure to do so can cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components. 2.2.1 Placement direction When installing the motherboard, make sure that you place it into the chassis in the correct orientation.
2.2.3 Motherboard layout 26.7cm (10.5in) PS/2KBMS T: Mouse B: Keyboard ATX12V CPU1_FAN HP_FAN2 HP_FAN1 SPS_FAN CPU0_FAN CPU0 CHA_FAN1 PRI_IDE HP_FAN3 EZ_PLUG1 CHA_FAN3 EATXPWR Marvell 88E1116 Marvell 88E1116 PCIEX16_1 PCIEX1_1 CD CR2032 3V Lithium Cell CMOS Power L1N64-SLI WS Super I/O NVIDIA® MCP55PXE SATA 1/3/5 8Mb BIOS PCIEX16_2 AAFP 30.5cm (12.
2.2.4 2- Layout contents Slots 1. 2. 3. 4. DDR2 DIMM slots PCI slots PCI Express x16 slots PCI Express x1 slot Page 2-13 2-18 2-18 2-18 Jumper 1. Clear RTC RAM (3-pin CLRTC) Page 2-20 Rear panel connectors 1. PS/2 mouse port (green) 2. Parallel port 3. LAN 1 (RJ-45) port 4. LAN 2 (RJ-45) port 5. Rear Speaker Out port (black) 6. Center/Subwoofer port (orange) 7. Line In port (light blue) 8. Line Out port (lime) 9. Microphone port (pink) 10. Side Speaker Out port (gray) 11. USB 2.0 ports 1 and 2 12.
Internal connectors 1. Floppy disk drive connector (34-1 pin FLOPPY) 2. NVIDIA® IDE connector (40-1 pin PRI_IDE) 3. NVIDIA® MCP55PXE Southbridge Serial ATA connectors (7-pin SATA1-6 [red], SATA7-12 [black]) 4. USB connectors (10-1 pin USB56, USB78, USB910) 5. IEEE 1394a port connectors (10-1 pin IE1394_1, 10-1 pin IE1394_2) 6. CPU, chassis, power, and Heat-pipe Fan connectors (4-pin CPU0_FAN, 4-pin CPU1_FAN, 3-pin HP_FAN1~3, 3-pin CHA_FAN1~4, 3-pin SPS_FAN1) 7.
2.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU) The motherboard comes with dual surface mount Socket L1 (1207FX) designed for the AMD CPU in the Land Grid Array (LGA) package. 2.3.1 • Upon purchase of the motherboard, make sure that the PnP cap is on the socket and the socket contacts are not bent. Contact your retailer immediately if the PnP cap is missing, or if you see any damage to the PnP cap/socket contacts/motherboard components. ASUS shoulders the repair cost only if the damage is shipment/transit-related.
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 Load lever A PnP cap This side of the socket box should face you. B To prevent damage to the socket pins, do not remove the PnP cap until you are installing a CPU. 3. Lift the load lever in the direction of the arrow to a 135º angle. 4.
The CPU fits in only one correct orientation. DO NOT force the CPU into the socket to prevent bending the connectors on the socket and damaging the CPU! 6. A Close the load plate (A), then push the load lever (B) until it snaps into the retention tab.
2.3.2 Installing the heatsink and fan The AMD processor requires a specially designed heatsink and fan assembly to ensure optimum thermal condition and performance. Make sure that you use only AMD-certified heatsink and fan assembly. To install the CPU heatsink and fan: 1. Place the heatsink on top of the installed CPU, making sure that the heatsink fits properly on the retention module base. • The retention module base is already installed on the motherboard upon purchase.
2. Attach one end of the retention bracket to the retention module base. 3. Align the other end of the retention bracket (near the retention bracket lock) to the retention module base. A clicking sound denotes that the retention bracket is in place. Make sure that the fan and heatsink assembly perfectly fits the retention mechanism module base, otherwise you cannot snap the retention bracket in place. 4.
CPU0_FAN CPU0_FAN CPU1_FAN CPU1 FAN PWM CPU1 FAN IN CPU1 FAN PWR GND When the fan and heatsink assembly is in place, connect the CPU fan cable to the connector on the motherboard labeled CPU0_FAN. CPU0 FAN PWM CPU0 FAN IN CPU0 FAN PWR GND 5. CPU1_FAN L1N64-SLI WS L1N64-SLI WS CPU fan connectors Do not forget to connect the CPU fan connector! Hardware monitoring errors can occur if you fail to plug this connector. 6.
2.3.3 Installing the fan Install the fan only if you are using a passive cooler or a water cooler. Installing the fan with an active CPU cooler will interfere with the airflow and destabilize the system. 2-12 1. Position the fan above the pipe and heatsink assembly. 2. Fit the grooved edge to the heatsink. 3. Carefully push down the fan until it snugly fits the heatsink, then connect the fan cables. 4. The above photo shows the fan installed on the motherboard. 5.
2.4 System memory 2.4.1 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.
2.4.2 Memory configurations You may install 256 MB, 512 MB, and 1 GB unbuffered ECC/non-ECC DDR2 DIMMs into the DIMM sockets. • For dual-channel configuration, the total size of memory module(s) installed per channel must be the same (DIMM_A1 + DIMM_B1 = DIMM_A2 + DIMM_B2). • Always install DIMMs with the same CAS latency. For optimum compatibility, we recommend that you obtain memory modules from the same vendor. Visit the ASUS website (www.asus.com) for the latest Qualified Vendors List.
2.4.3 Installing a DIMM Unplug the power supply before adding or removing DIMMs or other system components. Failure to do so can cause severe damage to both the motherboard and the components. 2 To install a DIMM: 1. 2. 3. 3 Unlock a DIMM socket by pressing the retaining clips outward. Align a DIMM on the socket such that the notch on the DIMM matches the break on the socket.
2.5 Expansion slots In the future, you may need to install expansion cards. The following sub‑sections describe the slots and the expansion cards that they support. 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. 2.5.1 Installing an expansion card To install an expansion card: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6.
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2.5.4 PCI slot The PCI slot supports cards such as a LAN card, SCSI card, USB card, and other cards that comply with PCI specifications. Refer to the figure below for the location of the slot. 2.5.5 PCI Express x1 slot This motherboard supports PCI Express x1 network cards, SCSI cards and other cards that comply with the PCI Express specifications. Refer to the figure below for the location of the slot. 2.5.
• Connect a rear chassis fan to the chassis (CHA_FAN1 or CHA_FAN2) connector when using two graphics cards for better thermal environment. See page 2-27 for details. • In single card mode, you may use either the blue or black slot for PCI Express x16 graphics cards. • We recommend that you provide sufficient power when running NVIDIA® SLI™ mode. See page 2-25 for details.
2.6 Jumper Clear RTC RAM (CLRTC) This jumper allows you to clear the Real Time Clock (RTC) RAM in CMOS. You can clear the CMOS memory of date, time, and system setup parameters by erasing the CMOS RTC RAM data. The onboard button cell battery powers the RAM data in CMOS, which include system setup information such as system passwords. To erase the RTC RAM: 1. Turn OFF the computer and unplug the power cord. 2. Remove the onboard battery. 3. Move the jumper cap from pins 1-2 (default) to pins 2-3.
2.7 Connectors 2.7.1 Rear panel connectors 1 2 16 1. 2. 3. 4. 15 14 13 3 4 12 11 56 78 10 9 PS/2 mouse port (green). This port is for a PS/2 mouse. Parallel port. This 25-pin port connects a parallel printer, a scanner, or other devices. LAN 1 (RJ-45) port. Supported by Marvell® 88E1116 Gigabit LAN controller, this port allows Gigabit connection to a Local Area Network (LAN) through a network hub. Refer to the table below for the LAN port LED indications. LAN 2 (RJ-45) port.
9. Microphone port (pink). This port connects a microphone. 10. Side Speaker Out port (gray). This port connects the side speakers in an 8-channel audio configuration. 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 Gray Black Orange 11.
2.7.2 1. Internal connectors Floppy disk drive connector (34-1 pin FLOPPY) This connector is for the provided floppy disk drive (FDD) signal cable. Insert one end of the cable to this connector, then connect the other end to the signal connector at the back of the floppy disk drive. Pin 5 on the connector is removed to prevent incorrect cable connection when using a FDD cable with a covered Pin 5. L1N64-SLI WS FLOPPY PIN 1 NOTE: Orient the red markings on the floppy ribbon cable to PIN 1.
Drive jumper setting Single device Two devices Cable-Select or Master Cable-Select Master Slave Mode of device(s) Master Slave Master Slave Cable connector Black Black Gray Black or gray • Pin 20 on the IDE connector is removed to match the covered hole on the Ultra DMA cable connector. This prevents incorrect insertion when you connect the IDE cable. • Use the 80-conductor IDE cable for Ultra DMA 100/66 IDE devices.
3. NVIDIA® MCP55PXE Southbridge Serial ATA connectors (7-pin SATA1-6 [red], SATA7-12 [black]) These connectors are for the Serial ATA signal cables for Serial ATA 3.0 Gb/s hard disk and optical disk drives. The Serial ATA 3.0 Gb/s is backward compatible with Serial ATA 1.5 Gb/s specification. If you installed Serial ATA hard disk drives, you can create a RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 0+1, RAID 5, or JBOD configuration through the onboard NVIDIA® MediaShield™ controller.
4. USB connectors (10-1 pin USB56, USB78, USB910) These connectors are for USB 2.0 ports. Connect the USB/GAME module cable to any of these connectors, then install the module to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis. These USB connectors comply with USB 2.0 specification that supports up to 480 Mbps connection speed. USB78 NC GND USB_P6+ USB_P6USB+5V PIN1 GND USB_P5+ USB_P5USB+5V PIN1 GND USB_P7+ USB_P7USB+5V L1N64-SLI WS USB 2.
6. CPU, Chassis, Power, and Heat-pipe Fan connectors (4-pin CPU0_FAN, 4- pin CPU1-FAN, 3-pin HP_FAN1~3 3-pin CHA_ FAN1~4, SPS_FAN1) The fan connectors support cooling fans of 350 mA ~ 2000 mA (24 W max.) or a total of 1 A ~ 3.48 A (41.76 W max.) at +12V. Connect the fan cables to the fan connectors on the motherboard, making sure that the black wire of each cable matches the ground pin of the connector. Do not forget to connect the fan cables to the fan connectors.
7. Chassis intrusion connector (4-1 pin CHASSIS) This connector is for a chassis-mounted intrusion detection sensor or switch. Connect one end of the chassis intrusion sensor or switch cable to this connector. The chassis intrusion sensor or switch sends a high-level signal to this connector when a chassis component is removed or replaced. The signal is then generated as a chassis intrusion event.
9. • 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 600 W. • Do not forget to connect the 4-pin/8-pin ATX +12 V power plug; otherwise, the system will not boot up. • Make sure to connect the EZ Plug™ when using two PCI Express graphics card and a 20-pin ATX power supply unit; otherwise, the system will be unstable.
10. Internal audio connector (4-pin CD [Black]) Right Audio Channel Ground Ground Left Audio Channel These connectors allow you to receive stereo audio input from sound sources such as a CD-ROM, TV tuner, or MPEG card. L1N64-SLI WS CD (black) L1N64-SLI WS Internal audio connector 11. Serial port connector (10-1 pin COM1) This connector is for a serial (COM) port. Connect the serial port module cable to this connector, then install the module to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis.
12. TPM connector (20-1 pin TPM) [Optional] L1N64-SLI WS GND LAD1 LAD2 X X X X GND SERIRQ This connector supports a Trusted Platform Module (TPM) system, which can securely store keys, digital certificates, passwords, and data. A TPM system also helps enhance network security, protects digital identities, and ensures platform integrity. TPM X GND X +3.3V LAD0 +3.3V LAD3 LRESETn LFRAMEn CK_33M_TPM L1N64-SLI WS TPM connector PIN 1 The TPM module is purchased separately.
13. System panel connector (20-8 pin PANEL) This connector supports several chassis-mounted functions. +5V Ground Ground Speaker SPEAKER PLED- PLED+ PLED Reset Ground L1N64-SLI WS PWR Ground IDE_LED+ IDE_LED- PANEL RESET IDE_LED PWRSW * Requires an ATX power supply.
This chapter describes the power up sequence and ways of shutting down the system.
Chapter summary 3.1 3.2 3 Starting up for the first time......................................................... 3-1 Powering off the computer...........................................................
3.1 Starting up for the first time 1. After making all the connections, replace the system case cover. 3. Connect the power cord to the power connector at the back of the system chassis. 2. 4. 5. Be sure that all switches are off. Connect the power cord to a power outlet that is equipped with a surge protector. Turn on the devices in the following order: a. Monitor c. System power b. 6. 7.
3.2 Powering off the computer 3.2.1 Using the OS shut down function If you are using Windows® 2000: 1. 2. 3. Click the Start button then click Shut Down... Make sure that the Shut Down option button is selected, then click the OK button to shut down the computer. The power supply should turn off after Windows® shuts down. If you are using Windows® XP: 1. Click the Start button then select Turn Off Computer. 3. The power supply should turn off after Windows® shuts down. 2.
This chapter tells how to change the system settings through the BIOS Setup menus. Detailed descriptions of the BIOS parameters are also provided.
Chapter summary 4 4.1 Managing and updating your BIOS............................................. 4-1 4.3 Main menu................................................................................... 4-12 4.2 4.4 4.5 4.6 4.7 BIOS setup program..................................................................... 4-9 Advanced menu.......................................................................... 4-17 Power menu.................................................................................
4.1 Managing and updating your BIOS The following utilities allow you to manage and update the motherboard Basic Input/Output System (BIOS) setup. 1. ASUS Update (Updates the BIOS in Windows® environment.) 2. ASUS AFUDOS (Updates the BIOS in DOS mode using a bootable floppy disk.) Refer to the corresponding sections for details on these utilities. Save a copy of the original motherboard BIOS file to a bootable floppy disk in case you need to restore the BIOS in the future.
Updating the BIOS through the Internet To update the BIOS through the Internet: 4- 1. Launch the ASUS Update utility from the Windows® desktop by clicking Start > Programs > ASUS > ASUSUpdate > ASUSUpdate. The ASUS Update main window appears. 2. Select Update BIOS from the Internet option from the drop‑down menu, then click Next. 3. Select the ASUS FTP site nearest you to avoid network traffic, or click Auto Select. Click Next.
4. 5. From the FTP site, select the BIOS version that you wish to download. Click Next. Follow the screen instructions to complete the update process. The ASUS Update utility is capable of updating itself through the Internet. Always update the utility to avail of all its features. Updating the BIOS through a BIOS file To update the BIOS through a BIOS file: 1. 2. 3. 4. Launch the ASUS Update utility from the Windows® desktop by clicking Start > Programs > ASUS > ASUSUpdate > ASUSUpdate.
4.1.2 1. Creating a bootable floppy disk Do either one of the following to create a bootable floppy disk. DOS environment a. Insert a 1.44MB floppy disk into the drive. b. At the DOS prompt, type format A:/S then press . Windows® XP environment a. Insert a 1.44 MB floppy disk to the floppy disk drive. b. Click Start from the Windows® desktop, then select My Computer. c. Select the 3 1/2 Floppy Drive icon. d. Click File from the menu, then select Format.
4.1.3 AFUDOS utility The AFUDOS utility allows you to update the BIOS file in DOS environment using a bootable floppy disk with the updated BIOS file. This utility also allows you to copy the current BIOS file that you can use as backup when the BIOS fails or gets corrupted during the updating process. Copying the current BIOS To copy the current BIOS file using the AFUDOS utility: 1. 2. • Make sure that the floppy disk is not write-protected and has at least 1.2 MB free space to save the file.
Updating the BIOS file To update the BIOS file using the AFUDOS utility: 1. Visit the ASUS website (www.asus.com) and download the latest BIOS file for the motherboard. Save the BIOS file to a bootable floppy disk. Write the BIOS filename on a piece of paper. You need to type the exact BIOS filename at the DOS prompt. 2. 3. Copy the AFUDOS utility (afudos.exe) from the motherboard support CD to the bootable floppy disk you created earlier.
5. The utility returns to the DOS prompt after the BIOS update process is completed. Reboot the system from the hard disk drive. A:\>afudos /L1N64WS.rom AMI Firmware Update Utility - Version 1.19(ASUS V2.07(03.11.24BB)) Copyright (C) 2002 American Megatrends, Inc. All rights reserved. WARNING!! Do not turn off power during flash BIOS Reading file ....... done Reading flash ...... done Advance Check ...... Erasing flash ...... done Writing flash ...... done Verifying flash ....
4.1.4 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility The ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 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 update a corrupted BIOS file using the motherboard support CD or the floppy disk that contains the updated BIOS file. Prepare the motherboard support CD or the floppy disk containing the updated motherboard BIOS before using this utility.
4.2 BIOS setup program This motherboard supports a programmable firmware chip that you can update using the provided utility described in section “4.1 Managing and updating your BIOS.” Use the BIOS Setup program when you are installing a motherboard, reconfiguring your system, or prompted to “Run Setup.” This section explains how to configure your system using this utility. Even if you are not prompted to use the Setup program, you can change the configuration of your computer in the future.
4.2.1 BIOS menu screen Menu items Menu bar Configuration fields BIOS SETUP UTILITY Main Advanced Power Boot Tools System Time [10:55:25] System Date [Mon 07/05/2006] Legacy Diskette A [1.44M, 3.
4.2.4 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. The other items (Advanced, Power, Boot, and Exit) on the menu bar have their respective menu items. 4.2.5 BIOS SETUP UTILITY Main Advanced Power Boot Tools System Time [10:55:25] System Date [Mon 07/05/2006] Legacy Diskette A [1.44M, 3.
4.3 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 “4.2.1 BIOS menu screen” for information on the menu screen items and how to navigate through them. BIOS SETUP UTILITY Main Advanced Power Boot Exit System Time [10:55:25] System Date [Mon 07/05/2006] Legacy Diskette A [1.44M, 3.
4.3.5 Primary IDE Master/Slave The BIOS automatically detects the connected IDE devices. There is a separate sub-menu for each IDE device. Select a device item, then press to display the IDE device information.
PIO Mode [Auto] Selects the PIO mode. Configuration options: [Auto] [0] [1] [2] [3] [4] DMA Mode [Auto] Selects the DMA mode. Configuration options: [Auto] [SWDMA0] [SWDMA1] [SWDMA2] [MWDMA0] [MWDMA1] [MWDMA2] [UDMA0] [UDMA1] [UDMA2] [UDMA3] [UDMA4] [UDMA5] SMART Monitoring [Auto] Sets the Smart Monitoring, Analysis, and Reporting Technology. Configuration options: [Auto] [Disabled] [Enabled] 32Bit Data Transfer [Enabled] Enables or disables 32-bit data transfer.
Block (Multi-sector Transfer) M [Auto] Enables or disables data multi-sector transfer mode. 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. When set to [Disabled], the data transfer from and to the device occurs one sector at a time. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Auto] PIO Mode [Auto] Selects the PIO mode. Configuration options: [Auto] [0] [1] [2] [3] [4] DMA Mode [Auto] Selects the DMA mode.
4.3.8 System Information This menu gives you an overview of the general system specifications. The BIOS automatically detects the items in this menu. AMIBIOS Version Build Date : : 0114 10/14/06 Processor Type Speed Count : : : AND Engineering Sample 2815MHz 4 System Memory Usable Size: 2048MB AMI BIOS Displays the auto-detected BIOS information. Processor Displays the auto-detected CPU specification. System Memory Displays the auto-detected system memory.
4.4 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.
The following items appear only when you set the AI Overclocking item to [manual]. FSB Frequency [200] Allows you to adjust the FSB frequency. The value of this item is auto-detected by the BIOS. Use the <+> and <-> keys to adjust the FSB frequency. You can also type the desired FSB frequency using the numeric keypad. The values range from 200 to 400. PCIE Frequency [100] Allows you to adjust the PCIE frequency. The value of this item is auto-detected by the BIOS.
CPU FID/VID Control [Auto] When set to [Auto], FID/VID will be set at the rated frequency/voltage. When set to [Manual], FID/VID will be set based on the user selection. Configuration options: [Auto] [Manual] The following items appears only when you set the CPU FID/VID Control item to [Auto]. Runtime Legacy PSB [Disabled] Enables or disables the generation of Power State Block for the use of the PowerNow™ driver in a single-core system.
The following items appear only when you set the AI Overclocking item to [EPP Memory]. EPP Mode [Optimal] Allows you to set the EPP mode. Configuration options: [Optimal] [High Performance] [High Frequency] CPU OC Percentage [100] Allows you to adjust the CPU OC percentage. Use the <+> and <-> keys to adjust the value. You can also type the desired value using the numeric keypad. The values range from 100 to 200.
4.4.2 CPU Configuration The items in this menu show the CPU-related information that the BIOS automatically detects. CPU Configuration AMD Engineering Sample Revision: F2 Cache L1: 128KB Cache L2: 2048KB Speed : 2815MHz Current FSB Multiplier: Maximum FSB Multiplier: Able to Change Freq. : uCode Patch Level : 14x 25x Yes None Required GART Error Reporting Sets the ratio between CPU Core Clock and the FSB Frequency. NOTE: If an invalid ratio is set in CMOS then actual and setpoint values may differ.
4.4.3 Chipset The Chipset menu allows you to change the advanced chipset settings. Select an item then press to display the sub-menu. Advanced Chipset Settings WARNING: Setting wrong values in below sections may cause system to malfunction. Memory Options & Information Memory Controller SouthBridge Configuration Memory Controller Memory Setting: 533MHz-4.
CAS Latency (CL) [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [3.0] [4.0] [5.0] [6.0] TRCD [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [3 CLK] [4 CLK] [5 CLK] [6 CLK] TRP [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [3 CLK] [4 CLK] [5 CLK] [6 CLK] TRAS [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [5 CLK] [6 CLK] [7 CLK] [8 CLK]... [18 CLK] 1T/2T Memory Timing [2T] Configuration options: [Auto] [1T] [2T] MCT Timing Mode [Auto] Allows you to manually configure the MCT Timing Mode parameters.
SouthBridge Chipset Configuration OnChip HD Audio [Enabled] Front Panel Type [AC97] OnChip LAN1 [Enabled] OnChip LAN2 [Enabled] LAN OptionROM [Disabled] SLI1 Optimization SLI2 Optimization Options Enabled Disabled [Enabled] [Enabled] OnChip HD Audio [Enabled] Enables or disables the onchip high-definition audio CODEC. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] The following item appears when the OnChip HD Audio item is set to [Enabled] .
4.4.4 Onboard Devices Configuration Configure ITE8712 Super IO Chipset Onboard Floppy Controller [Enabled] Serial Port1 Address [3F8/IRQ4] Parallel Port Address [378] Parallel Port Mode [EPP+ECP] EPP Version [1.9] ECP Mode DMA Channel [DMA3] Parallel Port IRQ [IRQ7] Allows BIOS to Enable or Disable Floppy Controller.
OnBoard VT6308 1394 [Enabled] Allows you to enable or disable the onboard VIA® VT6308 IEEE 1394a controller. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] OnBoard Sil3531 eSATA [Enabled] Allows you to enable or disable the onboard Silicon Image® Sil3531 external SATA controller. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] eSATA OptionROM [Disabled] Allows you to enable or disable the Silicon Image® Sil3531 external SATA boot ROM.
4.4.5 PCI PnP The PCI PnP menu items allow you to change the advanced settings for PCI/PnP devices. Advanced PCI/PnP Settings WARNING: Setting wrong values in below sections may cause system to malfunction. Plug And Play O/S [No] NO: lets the BIOS configue all the devices in the system. YES: lets the operating system configure Plug and Play (PnP) devices not required for boot if your system has a Plug and Play operating system.
4.4.6 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 Configuration Module Version - 2.24.0-12.4 Options Enabled Disabled USB Devices Enabled: None USB 1.1 Controller USB 2.0 Controller Legacy USB Support USB 2.
4.5 Power menu The Power menu items allow you to change the settings for the ACPI and Advanced Power Management (APM) features. Select an item then press to display the configuration options. Main Advanced Power Suspend Mode ACPI 2.0 Support ACPI APIC Support BIOS SETUP UTILITY Boot Tools [Auto] [ACPI v1.0] [Enabled] Exit Select the ACPI state used for System Suspend.
4.5.4 APM Configuration APM Configuration Restore on AC Power Loss Power Management/APM Resume On PME# Resume On PCIE Wake# Resume On LAN Resume On Ring Resume On PS/2 Keyboard Resume On PS/2 Mouse Resume On RTC Alarm [Power Off] [Enabled] [Disabled] [Disabled] [Disabled] [Disabled] [Disabled] [Disabled] [Disabled] Options Power Off Power On Restore on AC Power Loss [Power Off] When set to Power Off, the system goes into off state after an AC power loss.
Resume On PS/2 Keyboard [Disabled] Allows you to use specific keys on the keyboard to turn on the system. This feature requires an ATX power supply that provides at least 1A on the +5VSB lead. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Resume On PS/2 Mouse [Disabled] When set to [Enabled], this parameter allows you to use the PS/2 mouse to turn on the system. This feature requires an ATX power supply that provides at least 1A on the +5VSB lead.
4.5.5 Hardware Monitor Hardware Monitor CPU1 Temperature CPU2 Temperature MB Temperature [60ºC/140ºF] [60ºC/140ºF] [46ºC/114.5ºF] Smart Fan Control CPU Fan Mode CPU Fan1 Speed CPU Fan2 Speed CHA Fan1 Speed CHA Fan2 Speed SPS Fan Speed HP Fan3 Speed [Disabled] [PWM] [2564RPM] [4354RPM] [N/A] [N/A] [4655RPM] VCORE1 Voltage VCORE2 Voltage 3.3V Voltage 5V Voltage 12V Voltage [ 1.440V] [ 1.440V] [ 2.992V] [ 4.889V] [10.
CHA Fan1/Fan2 Speed (RPM) [xxxxRPM] or [N/A] or [Ignored] The onboard hardware monitor automatically detects and displays the chassis fan speed in rotations per minute (RPM). If the fan is not connected to the chassis, the specific field shows N/A. Select [Ignore] from the item options to disable chassis fan speed monitoring. SPS Fan/HP Fan3 Speed (RPM) [xxxxRPM] or [N/A] or [Ignored] The onboard hardware monitor automatically detects and displays the SPS/ Heatpipe fan speed in rotations per minute (RPM).
4.6 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 BIOS SETUP UTILITY Boot Tools Power Boot Device Priority Boot Settings Configuration Security Exit Specifies the Boot Device Priority sequence. A virtual floppy disk drive (Floppy Drive B:) may appear when you set the CD-ROM drive as the first boot device.
4.6.2 Boot Settings Configuration Boot Settings Configuration Quick Boot Full Screen Logo AddOn ROM Display Mode Bootup Num-Lock PS/2 Mouse Support Wait For ‘F1’ If Error Hit ‘DEL’ Message Display Interrupt 19 Capture [Enabled] [Enabled] [Force BIOS] [On] [Auto] [Enabled] [Enabled] [Disabled] Allows BIOS to skip certain tests while booting. This will decrease the time needed to boot the system.
4.6.3 Security The Security menu items allow you to change the system security settings. Select an item then press to display the configuration options. Security Settings Supervisor Password User Password : Not Installed : Not Installed to change password. again to disabled password.
After you have set a supervisor password, the other items appear to allow you to change other security settings.
Clear User Password Select this item to clear the user password. Password Check [Setup] When set to [Setup], BIOS checks for user password when accessing the Setup utility. When set to [Always], BIOS checks for user password both when accessing Setup and booting the system.
4.7 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 BIOS SETUP UTILITY Boot Exit Exit Options Exit & Save Changes Exit & Discard Changes Discard Changes Load Setup Defaults Enter F1 F10 ESC Select Screen Select Item Go to Sub Screen General Help Save and Exit Exit v02.58 (C)Copyright 1985-2006, American Megatrends, Inc.
Load Setup Defaults Allows you to load the default values for each of the parameters on the Setup menus. When you select this option or if you press , a confirmation window appears. Select Ok to load default values. Select Exit & Save Changes or make other changes before saving the values to the non-volatile RAM.
This chapter describes the contents of the support CD that comes with the motherboard package.
Chapter summary 5.1 5.2 5 Installing an operating system.................................................... 5-1 Support CD information...............................................................
5.1 Installing an operating system This motherboard supports Windows® 2000/2003 Server/XP/64-bit XP operating systems (OS). Always install the latest OS version and corresponding updates to maximize the features of your hardware. 5.2 • Motherboard settings and hardware options vary. Use the setup procedures presented in this chapter for reference only. Refer to your OS documentation for detailed information.
5.2.2 Drivers menu The drivers menu shows the available device drivers if the system detects installed devices. Install the necessary drivers to activate the devices. Nvidia Chipset Driver Program Installs the NVIDIA® Chipset drivers for the NVIDIA® nForce® 680a SLI chipset. AMD Cool ‘n’ Quiet Driver Installs the AMD Cool ‘n’ Quiet™ technology driver. SoundMAX ADI1988 Audio Driver Installs the SoundMAX® ADI1988 audio driver and application.
5.2.3 Utilities menu The Utilities menu shows the applications and other software that the motherboard supports. ASUS Cool ‘n’ Quiet Utility Installs the AMD Cool ‘n’ Quiet™ software. ASUS Update The ASUS Update utility allows you to update the motherboard BIOS in Windows® environment. This utility requires an Internet connection either through a network or an Internet Service Provider (ISP). Adobe Acrobat Reader V7.
5.2.4 Make Disk menu The Make Disk menu contains items to create the NVIDIA® nForce® 680a or Silicon Image SATA/PATA RAID driver disk. Make nVidia 32bit/64bit SATA RAID Driver Allows you to create an NVIDIA® Serial ATA RAID driver disk for a 32-bit/64-bit system. Silicon Image Sil3531 32bit/64bit SATA Driver Allows you to create a Silicon Image® Sil3531 Serial ATA driver disk for a 32-bit/64bit system.
5.2.5 Manuals menu The Manuals menu contains a list of supplementary user manuals. Click an item to open the folder of the user manual. Most user manual files are in Portable Document Format (PDF). Install the Adobe® Acrobat® Reader from the Utilities menu before opening a user manual file. 5.2.6 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.
5.2.7 Other information The icons on the top right corner of the screen give additional information on the motherboard and the contents of the support CD. Click an icon to display the specified information. Motherboard Info Displays the general specifications of the motherboard. Browse this CD Displays the support CD contents in graphical format.
Technical support Form Displays the ASUS Technical Support Request Form that you have to fill out when requesting technical support. Filelist Displays the contents of the support CD in text format.
5- Chapter 5: Software support
