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Motherboard P5Q SE/R
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E3751 First Edition July 2008 Copyright © 2008 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”).
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Contents Notices......................................................................................................... vii Safety information..................................................................................... viii About this guide.......................................................................................... ix P5Q SE/R specifications summary............................................................ xi Chapter 1: Product introduction 1.1 Welcome!.......................
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Contents 2.6 2.7 Jumpers....................................................................................... 2-21 Connectors.................................................................................. 2-23 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 ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility..................................................
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Contents 4.4 Ai Tweaker menu......................................................................... 4-16 4.4.1 Ai Overclock Tuner......................................................... 4-16 4.4.3 DRAM Frequency.......................................................... 4-17 4.4.2 4.4.4 4.4.5 4.4.6 4.4.7 4.4.8 4.4.9 4.4.10 4.4.11 4.4.12 4.4.13 4.4.14 4.4.15 4.4.16 4.4.17 4.5 4.4.18 DRAM Static Read Control............................................ 4-19 DRAM Read Training........................
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Contents 4.8 4.7.3 Security.......................................................................... 4-35 4.8.1 ASUS EZ Flash 2........................................................... 4-37 4.8.3 AI NET 2........................................................................ 4-38 Tools menu.................................................................................. 4-37 4.8.2 4.9 4.8.4 5.2 Support DVD information............................................................. 5-1 5.2.
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Appendix: CPU features A.1 Intel EM64T...................................................................................A-1 A.2 Enhanced Intel SpeedStep® Technology (EIST).........................A-1 A.3 ® Using the Intel® EM64T feature.......................................................A-1 A.2.1 A.2.2 System requirements.......................................................A-1 Using the EIST.................................................................A-2 Intel Hyper-Threading Technology.
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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.
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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.
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About this guide This user guide contains the information you need when installing and configuring the motherboard. How this guide is 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. • Chapter 2: Hardware information This chapter lists the hardware setup procedures that you have to perform when installing system components.
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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.
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P5Q SE/R specifications summary CPU LGA775 socket for Intel® Core™2 Extreme / Core™2 Quad / Core™2 Duo / Pentium® dual-core / Celeron® dual-core / Celeron® processors Compatible with Intel® 05B/05A/06 processors Chipset Intel® P45 / ICH10R with Intel® Fast Memory Access Technology System Bus 1600 / 1333 / 1066 / 800 MHz Memory Dual-channel memory architecture - 4 x 240-pin DIMM sockets support unbuffered non-ECC DDR2 1200 / 1066 / 800 / 667 MHz memory modules - Supports up to 16GB system memory
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P5Q SE/R specifications summary ASUS Exclusive Overclocking Features Intelligent overclocking tools: - ASUS AI Booster utility Precision Tweaker: - vCore: Adjustable CPU voltage at 0.00625V increment - vDIMM: 5-step DRAM voltage control SFS (Stepless Frequency Selection): - FSB tuning from 200MHz to 800 MHz at 1MHz increment - PCI Express frequency tuning from 100MHz to 180MHz at 1 MHz increment Overclocking protection: - ASUS C.P.R.
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P5Q SE/R specifications summary BIOS Features 8Mb Flash ROM, AMI BIOS, PnP, DMI 2.0, WfM 2.0, SM BIOS 2.3, ACPI 2.0a, ASUS EZ Flash 2, ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 Manageability WfM 2.0, DMI 2.
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This chapter describes the motherboard features and the new technologies it supports.
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Chapter summary 1 1.1 Welcome!....................................................................................... 1-1 1.3 Special features............................................................................. 1-2 1.2 Package contents..........................................................................
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1.1 Welcome! Thank you for buying an ASUS® P5Q SE/R 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 Package contents Check your motherboard package for the following items.
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1.3 Special features 1.3.1 Product highlights Green ASUS This motherboard and its packaging comply with the European Union’s Restriction on the use of Hazardous Substances (RoHS). This is in line with the ASUS vision of creating environment-friendly and recyclable products/packaging to safeguard consumers’ health while minimizing the impact on the environment.
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1.3.2 ASUS unique features ASUS Exclusive features Express Gate Taking only 5 seconds to go online from bootup, Express Gate is the one-stop gateway to instant fun! It’s a unique motherboard built-in OS. You can utilize the most popular Instant Messengers (IM) like MSN, Skype, Google talk, QQ, and Yahoo! Messenger to keep in touch with friends, or quickly check on the weather and e-mails just before leaving your house.
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ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution ASUS Quiet Thermal solution makes system more stable and enhances the overclocking capability. Fan Xpert ASUS Fan Xpert intelligently allows users to adjust both the CPU and chassis fan speed according to different ambient temperature, which is caused by different climate conditions in different geographic regions and system loading. Built-in variety of useful profiles offer flexible controls of fan speed to achieve a quiet and cool environment.
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1.3.3 ASUS Stylish features ASUS MyLogo2™ This feature allows you to convert your favorite photo into a 256-color boot logo for a more colorful and vivid image on your screen. See pages 5-9 and 5-10 for details. 1.3.4 ASUS Intelligent Overclocking features AI Booster The ASUS AI Booster allows you to overclock the CPU speed in Windows environment without the hassle of booting the BIOS. See page 5-23 for details.
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1- Chapter 1: Product Introduction
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This chapter lists the hardware setup procedures that you have to perform when installing system components. It includes description of the jumpers and connectors on the motherboard.
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Chapter summary 2 2.1 Before you proceed...................................................................... 2-1 2.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU).................................................... 2-6 2.2 2.4 2.5 2.6 2.7 Motherboard overview.................................................................. 2-2 System memory.......................................................................... 2-12 Expansion slots...........................................................................
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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 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.
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2.2 Motherboard overview Before you install the motherboard, study the configuration of your chassis to ensure that the motherboard fits into it. Ensure 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, ensure that you place it into the chassis in the correct orientation.
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2.2.3 Motherboard layout 19.3cm (7.6in) PS2_USBPW56 PS/2KBMS T:Mouse B:Keyboard USB56 EPU 30.
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2.2.4 Slots 1. 2. 3 4. Layout contents Jumpers 1. Clear RTC RAM (3-pin CLRTC) Page 2-21 2. Keyboard power (3-pin PS2_USBPW56) 2-22 3. USB device wake-up (3-pin USBPW7-10, USBPW1112) 2-22 Rear panel connectors 1. PS/2 mouse port (green) 2. LAN (RJ-45) port 3. Rear Speaker Out port (black) 4. Center/Subwoofer port (orange) 5. Line In port (light blue) 6. Line Out port (lime) 7. Microphone port (pink) 8. Side Speaker Out port (gray) 9. USB 2.0 ports 1 and 2 10. USB 2.0 ports 3 and 4 11.
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Internal connectors 1. Floppy disk drive connector (34-1 pin FLOPPY) 2. IDE connector (40-1 pin PRI_EIDE) 3. ICH10R Serial ATA connectors (7-pin SATA1-6) 4. Digital audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT) 5. TPM connector (20-1 pin TPM) 6. USB connectors (10-1 pin USB78, USB910, USB1112) Optical drive audio connector (4-pin CD) 7. 8. CPU, chassis, and power fan connectors (4-pin CPU FAN, 3-pin CHA_FAN, 3-pin PWR_FAN) 9. Serial port connector (10-1 pin COM1) Page 2-24 2-25 2-26 2-27 2-27 2-28 2-28 2-29 10.
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2.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU) 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 / Celeron® dual-core / Celeron® processors. • Ensure that all power cables are unplugged before installing the CPU. • Connect the chassis fan cable to the CHA_FAN connector to ensure system stability. • Due to chipset limitation, we recommend you use FSB 800 MHz CPU or above.
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2.3.1 Installing the CPU To install a CPU: Locate the CPU socket on the motherboard. P5Q SE/R 1. P5Q SE/R CPU Socket 775 Before installing the CPU, ensure that the socket box is facing towards you and the load lever is on your left. 2. Press the load lever with your thumb (A), then move it to the left (B) until it is released from the retention tab. To prevent damage to the socket pins, do not remove the PnP cap unless you are installing a CPU. 3. 4.
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5. Position the CPU over the socket, ensuring that the gold triangle is on the bottom‑left corner of the socket then fit the socket alignment key into the CPU notch. CPU notch 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! Gold triangle mark Alignment key 6.
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7. Close the load plate (A), then push the load lever (B) until it snaps into the retention tab. A B The motherboard supports Intel® LGA775 processors with the Intel® Enhanced Memory 64 Technology (EM64T), Enhanced Intel SpeedStep® Technology (EIST), and Hyper-Threading Technology. Refer to the Appendix for more information on these CPU features.
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2.3.2 Installing the CPU heatsink and fan The Intel LGA775 processor requires a specially designed heatsink and fan assembly to ensure optimum thermal condition and performance. ® • When you buy a boxed Intel® processor, the package includes the CPU fan and heatsink assembly. If you buy a CPU separately, ensure that you use only Intel®‑certified multi‑directional heatsink and fan. • Your Intel® LGA775 heatsink and fan assembly comes in a push-pin design and requires no tool to install.
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Connect the CPU fan cable to the connector on the motherboard labeled CPU_FAN. CPU_FAN P5Q SE/R 3. GND CPU FAN PWR CPU FAN IN CPU FAN PWM P5Q SE/R CPU Fan Connector Do not forget to connect the CPU fan connector! Hardware monitoring errors can occur if you fail to plug this connector. 2.3.3 Uninstalling the CPU heatsink and fan To uninstall the CPU heatsink and fan 1. 2. 3. 4. Disconnect the CPU fan cable from the connector on the motherboard. Rotate each fastener counterclockwise.
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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 not notched differently to prevent installation on a DDR DIMM socket.
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2.4.2 Memory configurations You may install 512 MB, 1 GB, 2 GB, and 4 GB unbuffered non‑ECC DDR2 DIMMs into the DIMM sockets. Recommended Memory Configurations • 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.
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P5Q SE/R Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR2-667 MHz capability Size Vendor Part No. CL Chip Brand SS/ DS Chip No.
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Size Vendor Part No. CL Chip Brand SS/ DS Chip No. 512MB ASINT SLX264M8-J6E N/A ASINT SS 512MB Century CENTURY 512MB N/A Nanya 512MB KINGBOX 512MB 667MHz N/A KINGBOX DIMM support A* B* C* DDRII6408-6E • • • SS NT5TU64M8AE-3C • • • SS EPD264082200-4 • • • DDR2-800 MHz capability Size Vendor Part No. CL Chip Brand SS/ DS Chip No.
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Size Vendor Part No. CL Chip Brand SS/ DS Chip No. 1G Elixir M2Y1G64TU8HB0B-25C 5 Elixir DS 1G AENEON AET760UD00-25DC08X 5 AENEON 512MB MDT MDT 512MB 5 512MB TAKEMS TMS51B264C081-805EP 5 DIMM support A* B* C* N2TU51280BE-25C802006Z1DV • • • SS AET03R250C 0732 • • • MDT SS 18D51280D-2.50726F • • takeMS SS MS18T51280-2.5P0710 • • • DDR2-1066 MHz capability Size Vendor Part No. CL Chip Brand SS/ DS Chip No.
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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. 1. 2. Unlock a DDR2 DIMM socket by pressing the retaining clips outward. 2 DDR2 DIMM notch Align a DIMM on the socket such that the notch on the DIMM matches the break on the socket. 1 1 Unlocked retaining clip A DDR2 DIMM is keyed with a notch so that it fits in only one direction.
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2.5 Expansion slots In the future, you may need to install expansion cards. The following sub‑sections describe the slots and the expansion cards that they support. Ensure 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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2.5.3 IRQ 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 Interrupt assignments Standard function System timer Standard 101/102-key or Microsoft natural keyboard Free Free Commnications Port (COM1)* Free Standard floppy (Free) System CMOS/Real Time Clock Microsoft ACPI-Compliant system Free (Free) Microsoft PS/2 port mouse Numeric data processor Free Intel® ICH10 Family SM bus controller-3A30 * These IRQs are usually available for PCI devices.
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2.5.4 PCI slots The PCI slots support cards such as a LAN card, SCSI card, USB card, and other cards that comply with PCI specifications. The figure shows a LAN card installed on a PCI slot. 2.5.5 PCI Express x1 slots This motherboard supports PCI Express x1 network cards, SCSI cards and other cards that comply with the PCI Express specifications. The following figure shows a network card installed on the PCI Express x1 slot. 2.5.6 PCI Express 2.0 x16 slot This motherboard has one PCI Express 2.
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2.6 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.
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2. Keyboard power (3-pin PS2_USBPW56) This jumper allows you to enable or disable the keyboard and USB port 5-6 wake-up feature. When you set this jumper to pins 2-3 (+5VSB), you can wake up the computer by pressing a key on the keyboard (the default is the Space Bar) or using a USB device. This feature requires an ATX power supply that can supply at least 1A on the +5VSB lead, and a corresponding setting in the BIOS.
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2.7 Connectors 2.7.1 Rear panel connectors 1 2 34 5 6 7 13 1. 2. 12 11 10 9 8 PS/2 mouse port (green). This port is for a PS/2 mouse. LAN (RJ-45) port. Supported by 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 port LED indications Activity/Link LED Status Description OFF No link ORANGE Linked BLINKING Data activity 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8.
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Audio 2, 4, 6, or 8-channel configuration Port Light Blue Lime Pink Orange Black Gray 9. 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 Ou – Line In Front Speaker Out Mic In Center/Subwoofer Rear Speaker Out Side Speaker Out USB 2.0 ports 1 and 2. These two 4-pin Universal Serial Bus (USB) ports are available for connecting USB 2.0 devices. 10. USB 2.
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2. IDE connector (40-1 pin PRI_EIDE) 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.
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GND RSATA_TXP4 RSATA_TXN4 GND RSATA_RXN4 RSATA_RXP4 GND GND RSATA_TXP2 RSATA_TXN2 GND RSATA_RXN2 RSATA_RXP2 GND SATA5 SATA3 SATA1 GND RSATA_RXP1 RSATA_RXN1 GND RSATA_TXN1 RSATA_TXP1 GND SATA2 GND RSATA_RXP3 RSATA_RXN3 GND RSATA_TXN3 RSATA_TXP3 GND SATA4 GND RSATA_RXP5 RSATA_RXN5 GND RSATA_TXN5 RSATA_TXP5 GND SATA6 GND RSATA_TXP6 RSATA_TXN6 GND RSATA_RXN6 RSATA_RXP6 GND ICH10R Serial ATA connectors (7-pin SATA1-6) These connectors are for the Serial ATA signal cables for Serial ATA hard disk drive
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Digital audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT) This connector is for an additional Sony/Philips Digital Interface (S/PDIF) port(s). Connect the S/PDIF Out module cable to this connector, then install the module to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis. +5V GND SPDIFOUT P5Q SE/R 4. SPDIF_OUT P5Q SE/R Digital Audio Connector The S/PDIF module is purchased separately.
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USB+5V USB_P8USB_P8+ GND NC USB+5V USB_P7USB_P7+ GND USB+5V USB_P11USB_P11+ GND USB910 1 1 USB+5V USB_P9USB_P9+ GND USB+5V USB_P12 USB_P12 + GND NC USB78 USB1112 1 USB+5V USB_P10 USB_P10 + GND NC USB connectors (10-1 pin USB78, USB 910, 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.
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8. 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, 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. Insufficient air flow inside the system may damage the motherboard components.
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10. Chassis intrusion connector (4-1 pin CHASSIS) This connector is for a chassis-mounted intrusion detection sensor or switch. Connect one end of the chassis intrusion sensor or switch cable to this connector. The chassis intrusion sensor or switch sends a high-level signal to this connector when a chassis component is removed or replaced. The signal is then generated as a chassis intrusion event. By default, the pin labeled “Chassis Signal” and “Ground” are shorted with a jumper cap.
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12. ATX power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR, 4-pin EATX12V) 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.
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13. System panel connector (20-8 pin PANEL) This connector supports several chassis-mounted functions. PANEL PLED Speaker Ground Ground +5V PLED- PLED+ Ground Reset Ground PWR IDE_LEDIDE_LED+ P5Q SE/R SPEAKER RESET +IDE_LED PWRSW * Requires an ATX power supply P5Q SE/R System Panel Connector 2-32 • 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.
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ASUS Q-Connector (system panel) You can use the ASUS Q-Connector to connect/disconnect chassis front panel cables in a few steps. Refer to the instructions below to install the ASUS Q-Connector. 1. Connect the front panel cables to the ASUS Q-Connector. Refer to the labels on the Q-Connector to know the detailed pin definitions, then match them to the respective front panel cable labels. 2.
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2-34 Chapter 2: Hardware information
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This chapter describes the power up sequence, the vocal POST messages, and ways of shutting down the system.
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Chapter summary 3.1 3.2 3 Starting up for the first time......................................................... 3-1 Turning off the computer..............................................................
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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.
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3.2 Turning off the computer 3.2.1 Using the OS shut down function If you are using Windows® XP: 1. 2. 3. Click the Start button then select Turn Off Computer. Click the Turn Off button to shut down the computer. The power supply should turn off after Windows® shuts down. If you are using Windows® Vista: 1. 2. Click the Start button then select ShutDown. The power supply should turn off after Windows® shuts down. 3.2.
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This chapter tells how to change the system settings through the BIOS Setup menus. Detailed descriptions of the BIOS parameters are also provided.
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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 4.8 4.9 BIOS setup program..................................................................... 4-9 Ai Tweaker menu......................................................................... 4-16 Advanced menu.......................................................................
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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. 3. ASUS AFUDOS: Updates the BIOS using a bootable floppy disk. ASUS EZ Flash 2: Updates the BIOS using a floppy disk or USB flash disk. 2. ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3: Updates the BIOS using a bootable floppy disk, USB flash disk or the motherboard support DVD when the BIOS file fails or gets corrupted.
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Quit all Windows® applications before you update the BIOS using this utility. 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.
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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 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.
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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. A Format 3 1/2 Floppy Disk window appears.
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4.1.3 ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility The ASUS EZ Flash 2 feature allows you to update the BIOS without having to go through the long process of booting from a floppy disk and using a DOS‑based utility. The EZ Flash 2 utility is built-in the BIOS chip so it is accessible by pressing + during the Power-On Self Tests (POST). To update the BIOS using EZ Flash 2: 1. 2. 3. Visit the ASUS website (www.asus.com) to download the latest BIOS file for the motherboard.
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4.1.4 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. • Ensure that the floppy disk is not write-protected and has at least 1024KB free space to save the file.
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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 DVD to the bootable floppy disk you created earlier. Boot the system in DOS mode, then at the prompt type: afudos /i[filename] where [filename] is the latest or the original BIOS file on the bootable floppy disk. A:\>afudos /iP5QSER.ROM 4. The utility verifies the file and starts updating the BIOS. A:\>afudos /iP5QSER.
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4.1.5 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 DVD or a USB flash disk that contains the updated BIOS file. • Prepare the motherboard support DVD or the USB flash disk containing the updated motherboard BIOS before using this utility.
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4.2 BIOS setup program This motherboard supports a programmable Serial Peripheral Interface (SPI) chip that you can update using the provided utility described in section “2.1 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.
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4.2.1 BIOS menu screen Menu items Main Menu bar Ai Tweaker Configuration fields BIOS SETUP UTILITY Advanced Power Boot System Time System Date Legacy Diskette A SATA SATA SATA SATA SATA SATA 1 2 3 4 5 6 System Information Tools [01:07:59] [Wed 02/13/2002] [1.44M, 3.5 in] [WDC [Not [Not [Not [Not [Not Storage Coniguration General help WD800JD-00LSA0] Detected] Detected] Detected] Detected] Detected] Exit Use [ENTER], [TAB] or [SHIFT-TAB] to select a field.
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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 Sub-menu items Main Ai Tweaker Advanced System Time System Date Legacy Diskette A SATA SATA SATA SATA SATA SATA 1 2 3 4 5 6 Power Boot Tools [06:22:54] [Tue 01/01/2003] [1.44M, 3.
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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. Main Ai Tweaker BIOS SETUP UTILITY Advanced Power Boot System Time System Date Legacy Diskette A SATA SATA SATA SATA SATA SATA 1 2 3 4 5 6 Tools [01:08:30] [Wed 02/13/2002] [1.44M, 3.
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4.3.4 SATA 1~6 While entering Setup, the BIOS automatically detects the presence of IDE devices. There is a separate sub-menu for each IDE device. Select a device item then press to display the IDE device information. BIOS SETUP UTILITY Main SATA 1 Device : Hard Disk Vendor : WDC WD800JD-00LSA0 Size : 80.
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DMA Mode [Auto] Selects the DMA mode. Configuration options: [Auto] 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. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] 4.3.5 Storage Configuration The items in this menu allow you to set or change the configurations for the storage devices installed in the system.
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4.3.6 System Information This menu gives you an overview of the general system specifications. The BIOS automatically detects the items in this menu. BIOS SETUP UTILITY Main Bios Information Version : 0315 Build Date : 06/25/08 Processor Type Speed Count : Intel(R) Core(TM)2 CPU 6300 @ 1.86GHz : 1866 MHz : 2 System Memory Installed Size: 512MB Usable Size : 512MB F1 F10 ESC Select Screen Select Item General Help Save and Exit Exit v02.61 (C)Copyright 1985-2008, American Megatrends, Inc.
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4.4 Ai Tweaker menu The Ai Tweaker menu items allow you to change the settings for system performance. BIOS SETUP UTILITY Advanced Power Boot Main Ai Tweaker Tools Configure System Performance Settings Ai Overclock Tuner [Auto] FSB Strap to North Bridge [Auto] DRAM Frequency [Auto] DRAM Timing Control [Auto] 1st Information: 5-5-5-15-3-36-5-3 2nd Information: 8-3-5-4-6-4-6 3rd Information: 13-5-1-5-5 DRAM Static Read Control [Auto] DRAM Read Traning [Auto] MEM.
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FSB/CPU External Frequency Synchronization Front Side Bus CPU External Frequency FSB 1600 400 MHz FSB 1333 333 MHz FSB 1066 266 MHz FSB 800 200 MHz PCIE Frequency [Auto] Allows you to set the PCI Express frequency. Use the <+> and <-> keys to adjust the PCIE frequency. The values range from 100 to 180. 4.4.2 FSB Strap to North Bridge [Auto] When set to [Auto], the FSB Strap will be adjusted automatically by FSB Frequency and DRAM Frequency.
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1st Information: 5-5-5-15-3-36-5-3 The values vary depending on your settings of the following sub-items: CAS# Latency [ 5 DRAM Clocks] Configuration options: [3 DRAM Clocks] [4 DRAM Clocks] [5 DRAM Clocks] [6 DRAM Clocks] [7 DRAM Clocks] [8 DRAM Clocks] [9 DRAM Clocks] [10 DRAM Clocks] [11 DRAM Clocks] DRAM RAS# to CAS# Delay [ 5 DRAM Clocks] Configuration options: [3 DRAM Clocks] [4 DRAM Clocks] ~ [17 DRAM Clocks] [18 DRAM Clocks] DRAM RAS# Precharge [ 5 DRAM Clocks] Configuration options: [3 DRAM Clock
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READ To READ Delay(D) [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [1 DRAM Clocks] – [15 DRAM Clocks] WRITE To WRITE Delay(S) [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [1 DRAM Clocks] – [15 DRAM Clocks] WRITE To WRITE Delay(D) [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [1 DRAM Clocks] – [15 DRAM Clocks] 3rd Information: 13-5-1-5-5 The values vary depending on your settings of the following sub-items: WRITE to PRE Delay [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [1 DRAM Clocks] – [31 DRAM Clocks] READ to PRE Delay [Auto] Configur
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4.4.9 Ai Transaction Booster [Auto] Allows you to set the system performance. Configuration options: [Auto] [Manual] The following two sub-items appear only when you set the Ai Transaction Booster item to [Manual]. Common Performance Level [05] Set this item to a higher level for better compatibility or a lower level for better performance. Use the <+> and <-> keys to adjust the value. The values range from 1 to 31.
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• Setting the CPU Voltage, FSB Termination Voltage, Memory Voltage and North Bridge Voltage items to a high level may damage the chipset, memory module and CPU permanently. Proceed with caution. • Some values of the CPU Voltage, FSB Termination Voltage, Memory Voltage and North Bridge Voltage items are labeled in different color, indicating the risk levels of high voltage settings. Refer to the table below for details.
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4.5 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 Ai Tweaker BIOS SETUP UTILITY Advanced Power Boot Tools Exit Configure settings related to Trusted Computing innovations.
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4.5.2 CPU Configuration The items in this menu show the CPU-related information that the BIOS automatically detects. BIOS SETUP UTILITY Advanced Configure advanced CPU settings Manufacturer:Intel Brand String:Intel(R) Core(TM)2 CPU 6300 @ 1.86GHz Frequency :1.
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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 Intel® Execute Disable Bit Capability.
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4.5.3 Chipset The Chipset menu allows you to change the advanced chipset settings. Select an item then press to display the sub-menu. BIOS SETUP UTILITY Advanced Configure North Bridge features. Advanced Chipset Settings WARMING: Setting wrong values in below sections may cause system to malfunction.
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4.5.4 OnBoard Devices Configuration BIOS SETUP UTILITY Advanced Onboard Device Configuraiton High Definition Audio Front Panel Type SPDIF_OUT Mode Setting Marvell IDE Controller Onboard PCIE GbE LAN LAN Option ROM [Enabled] [HD Audio] [SPDIF Output] [Enabled] [Enabled] [Disabled] Serial Port1 Address [3F8/IRQ4] Enable or Disable High Definition Audio Controller +F1 F10 ESC Select Screen Select Item Change Option General Help Save and Exit Exit v02.
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4.5.5 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. BIOS SETUP UTILITY Advanced USB Configuration Options USB Devices Enabled: None USB Functions USB 2.0 Controller USB 2.0 Controller Mode BIOS EHCI Hand-off Legacy USB Support [Enabled] [Enabled] [HiSpeed] [Enabled] [Auto] Disabled Enhanced The USB Devices Enabled item shows auto-detected values.
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4.5.6 PCI PnP The PCI PnP menu items allow you to change the advanced settings for PCI/PnP devices. Take caution when changing the settings of the PCI PnP menu items. Incorrect field values can cause the system to malfunction. BIOS SETUP UTILITY Advanced 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 configure all the devices in the system.
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4.6 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 Ai Twealer Suspend Mode ACPI 2.0 Support ACPI APIC Support BIOS SETUP UTILITY Advanced Power Boot [Auto] [Disabled] [Enabled] Tools Exit Select the ACPI state used for System Suspend. APM Configuration Hardware Monitor +F1 F10 ESC Select Screen Select Item Change Option General Help Save and Exit Exit v02.
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4.6.4 APM Configuration BIOS SETUP UTILITY Power APM Configuration Restore on AC Power Loss [Power Off] Power Power Power Power Power Power [Disabled] [Disabled] [Disabled] [Disabled] [Disabled] [Disabled] On On On On On On By By By By By By RTC Alarm External Modems PCI Devices PCIE Devices PS/2 Keyboard PS/2 Mouse to select whether or not to restart the system after AC power loss.
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Power On By PS/2 Keyboard [Disabled] Allows you to disable the Power On by PS/2 keyboard function or set specific keys on the PS/2 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] [Space Bar] [Ctrl-Esc] [Power Key] Power On By PS/2 Mouse [Disabled] Allows you to enable or disable the Power On by PS/2 mouse function. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] 4.6.
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CPU Fan Profile [Standard] Allows you to set the appropriate performance level of the CPU Q-Fan. When set to [Standard], the CPU fan automatically adjusts depending on the CPU temperature. Set this item to [Silent] to minimize fan speed for quiet CPU fan operation, or [Turbo] to enable slight quiet operation for heavy-loading computing.
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4.7 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 Ai Tweaker BIOS SETUP UTILITY Advanced Power Boot Tools Exit Specifies the Boot Device Priority sequence. Boot Settings Boot Device Priority A virtual floppy disk drive (Floppy Drive B:) may appear when you set the CD-ROM drive as the first boot device.
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4.7.2 Boot Settings Configuration BIOS SETUP UTILITY Boot 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.
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Interrupt 19 Capture [Disabled] When set to [Enabled], this function allows the option ROMs to trap Interrupt 19. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] 4.7.3 Security The Security menu items allow you to change the system security settings. Select an item then press to display the configuration options. BIOS SETUP UTILITY Boot Security Settings Supervisor Password User Password :Not Installed :Not Installed to change password.
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BIOS SETUP UTILITY Boot Security Settings Supervisor Password User Password Change Supervisor Password User Access Level Change User Password Clear User Password Password Check :Installed :Installed to change password. again to disabled password. [Full Access] [Setup] User Access Level [Full Access] This item allows you to select the access restriction to the Setup items.
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4.8 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 BIOS SETUP UTILITY Advanced Power Boot Ai Tweaker ASUS EZ Flash 2 Express Gate Enter OS Timer Reset User Data [Enabled] [10 Seconds] [No] Tools Exit Press ENTER to run the utility to select and update BIOS. This utility doesn't support : 1.NTFS format AI NET 2 ASUS O.C.
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4.8.2 Express Gate [Enabled] Allows you to enable or disable Express Gate.Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Enter OS Timer [10 Seconds] Allows you to set the countdown duration that the system waits at the Express Gate’s first screen before starting Windows or other installed OS. Configuration options: [Prompt User] [1 Second] [3 Seconds] [5 Seconds] [10 Seconds] [15 Seconds] [20 Seconds] [30 Seconds] Reset User Data [No] Allows you reset user date.
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4.8.4 ASUS O.C. Profile This item allows you to store or load multiple BIOS settings. BIOS SETUP UTILITY Tools O.C. PROFILE Configuration O.C. Profile 1 Status O.C. Profile 2 Status Save BIOS settings to Profile 1 :Not Installed :Not Installed Save to Profile 1 Load from Profile 1 Save to Profile 2 Load from Profile 2 Start O.C. Profile Save to Profle 1/2 Allows you to save the current BIOS file to the BIOS Flash. Press to save the file.
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4.9 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 Ai Tweaker BIOS SETUP UTILITY Advanced Power Boot Exit & Save Changes Exit & Discard Changes Discard Changes Load Setup Defaults Tools Exit Exit system setup after saving the changes. F10 key can be used for this operation. Pressing does not immediately exit this menu.
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This chapter describes the contents of the support DVD that comes with the motherboard package.
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Chapter summary 5 5.1 Installing an operating system.................................................... 5-1 5.3 Software information.................................................................... 5-9 5.2 5.4 5.5 Support DVD information............................................................. 5-1 RAID configurations................................................................... 5-39 Creating a RAID driver disk........................................................
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5.1 Installing an operating system This motherboard supports Windows® XP/64-bit XP/Vista/64-bit Vista 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.
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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. ASUS InstAll - Installation Wizard for Anti-Virus and Drivers Utility Launches the ASUS installation wizard for anti-virus and drivers utility. Norton Internet Security 2008 Installs the Norton Internet Security 2008. Intel Chipset Driver Inf Update Program Installs the Intel chipset driver inf update program.
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5.2.3 Utilities menu The Utilities menu shows the applications and other software that the motherboard supports. Click to display the next page Click to return to the previous page ASUS InstAll-Installation Wizard for Utilities Installs all of the utilities through the Installation Wizard. 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).
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ASUS PC Probe II This smart utility monitors the fan speed, CPU temperature, and system voltages, and alerts you of any detected problems. This utility helps you keep your computer in healthy operating condition. ASUS AI Suite An innovative application to do overclocking, fan control, power saving and quiet thermal control. Adobe Acrobat Reader 8 Installs Adobe Acrobat Reader that allows you to open, view and print documents in Portable Document Format (PDF). Microsoft DirectX 9.
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5.2.4 Make Disk menu The Make Disk menu contains items to create the Intel ICH10R RAID/AHCI driver disk. Intel ICH10R 32/64bit XP AHCI Driver Allows you to create an ICH10R 32/64bit XP AHCI driver disk. Intel ICH10R 32/64bit Vista RAID Driver Allows you to create an ICH10R 32/64bit Vista RAID driver disk.
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5.2.5 Manual menu The Manual 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 support DVD 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.
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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 DVD. Click an icon to display the specified information. Motherboard Info Displays the general specifications of the motherboard. Browse this DVD Displays the support DVD contents in graphical format.
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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 DVD and a brief description of each in text format.
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5.3 Software information Most of the applications in the support DVD have wizards that will conveniently guide you through the installation. View the online help or readme file that came with the software application for more information. 5.3.1 ASUS MyLogo2™ The ASUS MyLogo2™ utility lets you customize the boot logo. The boot logo is the image that appears on screen during the Power‑On Self-Tests (POST).
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7. When the logo images appear on the right window pane, select an image to enlarge by clicking on it. 8. Adjust the boot image to your desired size by selecting a value on the Ratio box. 9. When the screen returns to the ASUS Update utility, flash the original BIOS to load the new boot logo. 10. After flashing the BIOS, restart the computer to display the new boot logo during POST.
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5.3.2 Audio configurations The Realtek® ALC 1200 audio CODEC provides 8-channel audio capability to deliver the ultimate audio experience on your computer. The software provides Jack-Sensing function, S/PDIF Out support, and interrupt capability. The ALC 1200 also includes the Realtek® proprietary UAJ® (Universal Audio Jack) technology for all audio ports, eliminating cable connection errors and giving users plug and play convenience.
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Information Click the information button ( ) to display information about the audio driver version, DirectX version, audio controller, audio codec, and language setting. Minimize Click the minimize button ( Exit Click the exit button ( ) to minimize the window. ) to exit the Realtek HD Audio Manager. Configuration options Click any of the tabs in this area to configure your audio settings.
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Mixer The Mixer option allows you to configure audio output (playback) volume and audio input (record) volume. To set the mixer options: 1. 2. From the Realtek HD Audio Manager, click the Mixer tab. Turn the volume buttons to adjust the Playback and/or Record volume. The Mixer option activates voice input from all channels by default. Ensure to set all channels to mute ( ) if you do not want voice input. 3. 4.
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Microphone The Microphone option allows you configure your input/output settings and to check if your audio devices are connected properly. To set the Microphone options: 1. 2. 3. 4. From the Realtek HD Audio Manager, click the Microphone tab. Click the Noise Suppression option button to reduce the static background noise when recording. Click the Acoustic Echo Cancellation option button to reduce the echo from the front speakers when recording. Click to effect the Microphone settings and exit.
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5.3.3 ASUS PC Probe II PC Probe II is a utility that monitors the computer’s vital components, and detects and alerts you of any problem with these components. PC Probe II senses fan rotations, CPU temperature, and system voltages, among others. Because PC Probe II is software-based, you can start monitoring your computer the moment you turn it on. With this utility, you are assured that your computer is always at a healthy operating condition.
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Button Function Opens the Configuration window Opens the Report window Opens the Desktop Management Interface window Opens the Peripheral Component Interconnect window Opens the Windows Management Instrumentation window Opens the hard disk drive, memory, CPU usage window Shows/Hides the Preference section Minimizes the application Closes the application Sensor alert When a system sensor detects a problem, the main window right handle turns red, as the illustrations below show.
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Hardware monitor panels The hardware monitor panels display the current value of a system sensor such as fan rotation, CPU temperature, and voltages. The hardware monitor panels come in two display modes: hexagonal (large) and rectangular (small). When you check the Enable Monitoring Panel option from the Preference section, the monitor panels appear on your computer’s desktop.
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Monitoring sensor alert The monitor panel turns red when a component value exceeds or is lower than the threshold value. Refer to the illustrations below. Small display Large display WMI browser Click to display the WMI (Windows Management Instrumentation) browser. This browser displays various Windows® management information. Click an item from the left panel to display on the right panel. Click the plus sign (+) before WMI Information to display the available information.
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PCI browser Click to display the PCI (Peripheral Component Interconnect) browser. This browser provides information on the PCI devices installed on your system. Click the plus sign (+) before the PCI Information item to display available information. Usage The Usage browser displays real-time information on the CPU, hard disk drive space, and memory usage. Click to display the Usage browser. CPU usage The CPU tab displays real-time CPU usage in line graph representation.
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Memory usage The Memory tab shows both used and available physical memory. The pie chart at the bottom of the window represents the used (blue) and the available physical memory. Configuring PC Probe II Click to view and adjust the sensor threshold values. The Config window has two tabs: Sensor/Threshold and Preference. The Sensor/ Threshold tab enables you to activate the sensors or to adjust the sensor threshold values.
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5.3.4 ASUS AI Suite ASUS AI Suite allows you to launch EPU-4 Engine, AI Booster, Fan Xpert, and AI Nap utilities easily. Installing AI Suite To install AI Suite on your computer: 1. 2. 3. Place the support DVD to the optical drive. The Drivers installation tab appears if your computer has an enabled Autorun feature. Click the Utilities tab, then click AI Suite. Follow the screen instructions to complete installation.
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Other feature buttons Click on right corner of the main window to open the monitor window. Displays the CPU/ system temperature, CPU/memory/PCIE voltage, and CPU/ chassis fan speed Displays the FSB/CPU frequency Click on right corner of the expanded window to switch the temperature from degrees Centigrade to degrees Fahrenheit.
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5.3.5 ASUS AI Booster The ASUS AI Booster application allows you to overclock the CPU speed in WIndows® environment without the hassle of booting the BIOS. After installing AI Suite from the bundled support DVD, you can launch the utility by double-clicking the AI Suite icon on the Windows® OS taskbar and click the AI Booster button on the AI Suite main window.
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5.3.6 ASUS AI Nap This feature allows you to minimize the power consumption of your computer whenever you are away. Enable this feature for minimum power consumption and a more quiet system operation. After installing AI Suite from the bundled support DVD, you can launch the utility by double-clicking the AI Suite icon on the Windows OS taskbar and click the AI Nap button on the AI Suite main window. Click Yes on the confirmation screen.
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5.3.7 ASUS Fan Xpert ASUS Fan Xpert intelligently allows you to adjust the CPU fan speed according to different ambient temperatures caused by different climate conditions in different geographic regions and your PC’s system loading. The built-in variety of useful profiles offer flexible controls of fan speed to achieve a quiet and cool environment. Install AI Suite from the bundled support DVD.
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5.3.8 ASUS EPU-4 Engine ASUS EPU-4 Engine is an energy-efficient tool that satisfies different computing needs. This utility provides three modes that you can select to enhance system performance or save power. Selecting Auto mode will have the system shift modes automatically according to current system status. You can also customize each mode by configuring settings like CPU Loadline, vCore Voltage Downgrade, and Fan Control. Installing 4 Engine To install 4 Engine on your computer: 1. 2. 3.
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4 Engine main menu Displays CPU Power and Total CPU Energy Saving Displays the following message if no VGA power saving engine is detected. Lights up when power saving engine is activated Displays the amount of CO2 reduced *Shifts between the display of Total and Current CO2 reduced Displays current mode Auto Mode High Performance Mode Runs calibration Max.
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Setting menu Click Setting ( ) from the 4 Engine main menu to display configuration options in each mode. Some options in certain modes are dimmed, meaning that they are not available. Click to select a mode Click the arrow to see more options Restore default settings Click to apply settings Click to abort settings Configuration options in Setting menu The following lists the configuration options and their definitions in Setting menu. • vCore Voltage Downgrade: Lowers CPU vCore voltage.
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• • Fan Control: Adjusts fan speeds to reduce noise and save system power. • • Quiet: Lowers CPU fan speed and shuts off two chassis fans. Slow: Lowers CPU fan and two chassis fan speeds. AI Nap Idle Time: Enters AI Nap mode after a certain time during system idle process. Refer to the following table for the configuration options in each mode.
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5.3.9 ASUS Express Gate ASUS Express Gate is an instant-on environment that gives you quick access to the Internet. Within a few seconds of powering on your computer, you will be at the Express Gate menu where you can start the web browser, Skype, or other Express Gate softwares. Installing ASUS Express Gate • ASUS Express Gate supports installation on SATA HDDs in IDE mode only. • ASUS Express Gate supports HDDs connected to motherboard chipsetcontrolled onboard SATA ports only.
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5. 6. Select the target disk volume for you to install Express Gate. If you have multiple volumes and OS installed in your hard drive, it is recommended to install Express Gate in Volume C. Click Next to continue. Follow the screen instructions to complete installation. The First Screen Express Gate’s first screen appears within a few seconds after you power on the computer. From here, you can immediately start the web browser or Skype. You can also choose to continue booting normally (e.g.
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Once inside the Express Gate environment, click on the icons on the LaunchBar, by default at bottom of the screen, to launch or switch between softwares. You can re-arrange, re-size and move windows. Bring a window to the foreground by clicking within it or by clicking on its corresponding software icon. Re-size a window by dragging any of its four corners. Move a window by dragging its title bar. Besides using the LaunchBar, you can also switch between softwares by pressing + on the keyboard.
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Using the Configuration Panel Use the configuration panel to change various Express Gate settings. Click on an icon to open a particular configuration tool. The following tools are available: • Date and Time: set current date and time as well as time zone. • Language and Keyboard: choose your language and keyboard preferences. • • • • Input Method: choose your preferred input language and method. LaunchBar Settings: customize your LaunchBar (where it docks, whether it auto-hides, etc.
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• • Screen Settings: Choose the most optimal screen resolution for your display. Volume Control: Control the volume for your speaker output, microphone input, etc. Using the LaunchBar The LaunchBar has several system icons that show you various system statuses and let you configure individual Express Gate settings. The LaunchBar can be configured to auto-hide, if you want more screen space for the softwares. It can also be configured to dock on any of the four sides of the screen.
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Click to choose input language and method as well as keyboard shortcuts (Ctrl-Space by default). Click to change LaunchBar options (auto-hide, docking position, etc). Click to show the “ASUS Utility” panel. Click to show “About Express Gate ”. Click to open Express Gate Help. Click to bring up power options window to boot to OS, restart or power down. This window is also shown when you press Ctrl-Alt-Del on the keyboard.
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2. Open Network. Network 3. • Make the proper network configurations. Each network interface is enabled immediately when you check the box next to it. If you use a network cable connected to a home router (which is then connected to your DSL/cable modem), enable both LAN1 and LAN2. Express Gate will automatically use whichever port (LAN1 or LAN2) is connected. If you plug the network cable into a different port while Express Gate is running (e.g.
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• • If you have wireless network, click Setup for the WiFi option. In the WiFi tab of the Advanced Network Settings box, enter the name of your wireless access point in the SSID field. If your wireless access point has security enabled, select the corresponding security algorithm from the drop-down list (e.g. WEPAUTO) in the Encryption Type field, and enter the password. Click OK to enable WiFi and establish the wireless connection.
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Configuring Express Gate in BIOS Setup Enter BIOS setup by pressing DEL key after powering on or by clicking on the BIOS setup icon on Express Gate’s first screen. Express Gate configuration options are under the Tools menu. Refer to section 4.8.2 Express Gate for details. ASUS EZ Flash 2 Express Gate Enter OS Timer Reset User Data [Enabled] [10 Seconds] [No] Press ENTER to run the utility to select and update BIOS. This utility doesn’t support: 1.
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5.4 RAID configurations The motherboard comes with the Intel® ICH10R Southbridge RAID controller that allows you to configure IDE and Serial ATA hard disk drives as RAID sets. 5.4.1 RAID definitions RAID 0 (Data striping) optimizes two identical hard disk drives to read and write data in parallel, interleaved stacks. Two hard disks perform the same work as a single drive but at a sustained data transfer rate, double that of a single disk alone, thus improving data access and storage.
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5.4.2 Installing Serial ATA hard disks The motherboard supports Serial ATA hard disk drives. For optimal performance, install identical drives of the same model and capacity when creating a disk array. To install the SATA hard disks for a RAID configuration: 1. Install the SATA hard disks into the drive bays. 3. Connect a SATA power cable to the power connector on each drive. 2. Connect the SATA signal cables. 5.4.
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Intel® Matrix Storage Manager Option ROM Utility The Intel® Matrix Storage Manager Option ROM utility allows you to create RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 10 (RAID 0+1), and RAID 5 set(s) from Serial ATA hard disk drives that are connected to the Serial ATA connectors supported by the Southbridge. To enter the Intel® Application Accelerator RAID Option ROM utility: 1. Install all the Serial ATA hard disk drives. 3. During POST, press to display the utility main menu. 2. Turn on the system.
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Creating a RAID 0 set (striped) To create a RAID 0 set: 1. From the utility main menu, select 1. Create RAID Volume, then press . This screen appears. Intel(R) Matrix Storage Manager Option ROM v5.0.0.1032 ICH10R wRAID5 Copyright(C) 2003-05 Intel Corporation. All Rights Reserved. [ CREATE ARRAY MENU ] Name: RAID Level: Disks: Strip Size: Capacity: Volume0 RAID0(Stripe) Select Disks 128KB 0.
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6. Use the up/down arrow key to select the stripe size for the RAID 0 array, then press . The available stripe size values range from 4 KB to 128 KB. The default stripe size is 128 KB. TIP: We recommend a lower stripe size for server systems, and a higher stripe size for multimedia computer systems used mainly for audio and video editing. 7. 8. Key in the RAID volume capacity that you want, then press . The default value indicates the maximum allowed capacity.
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Creating a RAID 1 set (mirrored) To create a RAID 1 set: 1. From the utility main menu, select 1. Create RAID Volume, then press . This screen appears. Intel(R) Matrix Storage Manager Option ROM v5.0.0.1032 ICH10R wRAID5 Copyright(C) 2003-05 Intel Corporation. All Rights Reserved. [ CREATE ARRAY MENU ] Name: RAID Level: Disks: Strip Size: Capacity: Volume1 RAID1(Mirror) Select Disks N/A XX.
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Creating a RAID 10 set (RAID 0+1) To create a RAID 10 set: 1. From the utility main menu, select 1. Create RAID Volume, then press . This screen appears. Intel(R) Matrix Storage Manager Option ROM v5.0.0.1032 ICH10R wRAID5 Copyright(C) 2003-05 Intel Corporation. All Rights Reserved. [ CREATE ARRAY MENU ] Name: RAID Level: Disks: Strip Size: Capacity: Volume10 RAID10(RAID0+1) Select Disks 128KB XXX.
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6. Press when the Create Volume item is highlighted. This warning message appears. WARNING: ALL DATA ON SELECTED DISKS WILL BE LOST. Are you sure you want to create this volume? (Y/N): 7. Press to create the RAID volume and return to the main menu or to go back to the Create Volume menu. Creating a RAID 5 set (parity) To create a RAID 5 set: 1. From the utility main menu, select 1. Create RAID Volume, then press . This screen appears.
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4. The Disks item is highlighted, press to select the hard disk drives to configure as RAID. The following pop‑up screen appears. [ SELECT DISKS ] Port 0 1 2 3 Drive Model XXXXXXXXXXXX XXXXXXXXXXXX XXXXXXXXXXXX XXXXXXXXXXXX Serial # XXXXXXXX XXXXXXXX XXXXXXXX XXXXXXXX Size XX.XGB XX.XGB XX.XGB XX.XGB Status Non-RAID Non-RAID Non-RAID Non-RAID Disk Disk Disk Disk Select 2 to 4 disks to use in creating the volume. [↑↓]-Previous/Next 5. 6.
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5.5 Creating a RAID driver disk A floppy disk with the RAID driver is required when installing Windows® XP operating system on a hard disk drive that is included in a RAID set. For Windows® Vista™ operating system, use either a floppy disk or a USB device with the RAID driver. 5.5.1 Creating a RAID driver disk without entering the OS To create a RAID/SATA driver disk without entering the OS: 1. Boot your computer. 3. Set the optical drive as the primary boot device. 2. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9.
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To install the RAID driver in Windows® XP: 1. 2. 3. 4. During the OS installation, the system prompts you to press the F6 key to install third-party SCSI or RAID driver. Press then insert the floppy disk with RAID driver into the floppy disk drive. When prompted to select the SCSI adapter to install, make sure you select ICH10R. Follow the succeeding screen instructions to complete the installation. To install the RAID driver in Windows® Vista™: 1. 2. 3.
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Chapter summary A A.1 Intel EM64T...................................................................................A-1 A.3 Intel® Hyper-Threading Technology............................................A-3 A.2 ® Enhanced Intel SpeedStep® Technology (EIST).........................
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A.1 Intel® EM64T • The motherboard is fully compatible with Intel® LGA775 processors running on 32-bit operating systems. • The motherboard comes with a BIOS file that supports EM64T. You can download the latest BIOS file from the ASUS website (www.asus.com/ support/download/) if you need to update the BIOS file. See Chapter 4 for details. • Visit www.intel.com for more information on the EM64T feature. • Visit www.microsoft.com for more information on Windows® 64-bit OS.
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A.2.2 Using the EIST To use the EIST feature: 1. Turn on the computer, then enter the BIOS Setup. 3. Set the Intel(R) SpeedStep Technology item to [Enabled], then press . See page 4-24 for details. 2. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. Go to the Advanced Menu, highlight CPU Configuration, then press . Press to save your changes and exit the BIOS setup. After the computer restarts, right click on a blank space on the desktop, then select Properties from the pop-up menu.
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A.3 Intel® Hyper-Threading Technology • The motherboard supports Intel® Pentium® 4 LGA775 processors with Hyper-Threading Technology. • Hyper-Threading Technology is supported under Windows® Vista/XP/Linux 2.4.x (kernel) and later versions only. Under Linux, use the Hyper-Threading compiler to compile the code. If you are using any other operating systems, disable the Hyper-Threading Technology item in the BIOS to ensure system stability and performance.
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A- Appendix: CPU features