Motherboard P5VDC-X
E2466 First Edition April 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 ................................................................................................ vi Safety information ............................................................................. vii About this guide .................................................................................viii P5VDC-X specifications summary......................................................... x Chapter 1: Product introduction 1.1 Welcome! .....................................................
Contents 1.10 Connectors ......................................................................... 1-26 1.10.1 Rear panel connectors .......................................... 1-26 1.10.2 Internal connectors ............................................... 1-27 Chapter 2: BIOS setup 2.1 2.2 2.3 2.4 iv Managing and updating your BIOS ........................................ 2-2 2.1.1 Creating a bootable floppy disk .............................. 2-2 2.1.2 ASUS EZ Flash utility .......................
Contents 2.5 2.6 2.7 Power menu ........................................................................ 2-29 2.5.1 Suspend Mode ....................................................... 2-29 2.5.2 Repost Video on S3 Resume ................................. 2-29 2.5.3 ACPI 2.0 Support ................................................. 2-29 2.5.4 ACPI APIC Support ............................................... 2-29 2.5.5 APM Configuration ............................................... 2-30 2.5.
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 manual contains the following parts: • Chapter 1: Product introduction This chapter describes the features of the motherboard and the new technology it supports. This chapter also 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.
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.
P5VDC-X specifications summary CPU LGA775 socket for Intel® Pentium® 4/ Pentium® D/ Celeron processors Supports Intel® Dual-Core 65nm Intel® processors Supports Intel® Hyper-Threading Technology Supports Intel® Enhanced Intel SpeedStep Technology (EIST) Chipset Northbridge: VIA PT880 Ultra Southbridge: VIA VT8237A Front Side Bus 1066/ 800/533 MHz Memory 2 x 184-pin DIMM sockets support up to 2GB 400/333/ 266 unbufferred non-ECC DDR memory modules 2 x 240-pin DIMM sockets support up to 2GB DDR2 533/40
P5VDC-X specifications summary Internal connectors 1 x Floppy disk drive connector 2 x IDE connectors 2 x Serial ATA connectors 2 x USB 2.0 connectors for 4 additional USB ports 1 x 24-pin EATX power connector 1 x 4-pin ATX 12 V power connector 1 x Front panel audio connector 1 x CD audio-in connector CPU/Chassis/Power fan connectors Form factor ATX form factor: 12 in x 8.
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This chapter describes the motherboard features and the new technologies it supports.
1.1 Welcome! Thank you for buying an ASUS® P5VDC-X 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.
Intel ® 65nm Dual-Core CPU support This motherboard supports Intel® Pentium® D/Pentium® 4/Celeron® dual-core processors built on the 65-nanometer (nm) process technology with copper interconnect. Dual-core processors contain two physical CPU cores with dedicated L2 caches to meet demands for more powerful processing. Intel®ʼs 65nm process is the most advanced chip manufacturing technology, delivering breakthrough performance, enhanced media experience, and low power consumption.
ADI SoundMAX High-Definition audio The onboard 6-channel AD1986A High Definition audio CODEC enables high-quality audio which automatically detects and identifies what type of peripherals are plugged into the audio I/O jacks. It also notifies the user of inappropriate connection. See pages 1-26 and 1-27 for details. S/PDIF digital sound ready The motherboard supports the S/PDIF Out function through the S/PDIF interfaces on the rear panel.
1.4 Before you proceed Take note of the following precautions before you install components into the system. • 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.
1.5 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. 1.5.1 Placement direction When installing the motherboard, make sure that you place it into the chassis in the correct orientation.
1.5.3 Motherboard layout 21.8cm (8.6in) PWR_FAN PS/2KBMS T:Mouse B:Keyboard ATX12V COM1 CPU_FAN 30.
1.6 Central Processing Unit (CPU) The motherboard comes with a surface mount LGA775 socket designed for the Intel® Pentium® 4/Pentium® D processor in the 775-land package. 1.6.1 • Your boxed Intel® Pentium® 4 LGA775 processor package should come with installation instructions for the CPU, heatsink, and the retention mechanism. If the instructions in this section do not match the CPU documentation, follow the latter.
2. Press the load lever with your thumb (A) and move it to the left (B) until it is released from the retention tab. Retention tab PnP Cap A Load lever B This side of the cam box should face you. To prevent damage to the socket pins, do not remove the PnP cap unless you are installing a CPU. 3. Lift the load lever in the direction of the arrow to a 135º angle. 4. Lift the load plate with your thumb and forefinger to a 100º angle (A), then push the PnP cap from the load plate window to remove (B).
6. Close the load plate (A), then push the load lever (B) until it snaps into the retention tab. A B The CPU fits in only one correct orientation. DO NOT force the CPU into the socket to prevent benting the connectors on the socket and damaging the CPU. Notes on Intel ® Hyper-Threading Technology • This motherboard supports Intel® Pentium® 4 processor in the 775land package with Hyper-Threading Technology. • Hyper-Threading Technology is supported under Windows® XP/2003 Server and Linux 2.4.
1.6.2 Installing the CPU heatsink and fan The Intel Pentium® 4 /Pentium® D LGA775 processor requires a specially designed heatsink and fan assembly to ensure optimum thermal condition and performance. ® • Install the motherboard to the chassis before you install the CPU fan and heatsink assembly. • When you buy a boxed Intel® Pentium® 4 processor, the package includes the CPU fan and heatsink assembly.
2. 3. Push down two fasteners at a time in a diagonal sequence to secure the heatsink and fan assembly in place. A B B A B A A B Connect the CPU fan cable to the connector on the motherboard labeled CPU_FAN. CPU_FAN GND CPU FAN PWR CPU FAN IN CPU FAN PWM Top:Line In Center:Line Out Below:Mic In P5VDC-X R P5VDC-X CPU FAN Connector Do not forget to connect the CPU fan connector! Hardware monitoring errors can occur if you fail to plug this connector.
1.6.3 Uninstalling the CPU heatsink and fan To uninstall the CPU heatsink and fan: 1. Disconnect the CPU fan cable from the connector on the motherboard. 2. Rotate each fastener counterclockwise. 3. Pull up two fasteners at a time in a diagonal sequence to disengage the heatsink and fan assembly from the motherboard.
4. Remove the heatsink and fan assembly from the motherboard. 5. Rotate each fastener clockwise to reset the orientation. Narrow end of the groove When reset, each fastener should be oriented as shown, with the narrow groove directed outward.
1.7 System memory 1.7.1 Overview The motherboard comes with two 240-pin Double Data Rate 2 (DDR2) and two 184-pin DDR Dual Inline Memory Modules (DIMM) sockets. DDR2 DIMMS are notched differently to prevent misplacement in DDR DIMM sockets. The following figure illustrates the location of the sockets: Color Sockets Blue DDR_1 and DDR_2 Yellow DDR2_1 and DDR2_2 Top:Line In Center:Line Out Below:Mic In P5VDC-X DDR_A1 DDR_B1 DDR2_A1 DDR2_B1 R P5VDC-X DDR & DDR2 DIMM Sockets • • 1.7.
DDR2 (533 MHz) Qualified Vendors List Size Vendor Mode Brand Side(s) DIMM support A B Component 256MB Kingston KVR533D2N4/256 Elpida SS E5116AB-5C-E • • 256MB Kingston KVR533D2N4/256 Elpida SS E5116AF-5C-E • • 512MB Kingston KVR533D2N4/512 Hynix DS HY5PS56821 • • 512MB Kingston KVR533D2N4/512 Infineon SS HYB18T512800AF3733336550 • • 1G Kingston KVR533D2N4/1G Kingston DS D6408TE7BL-37 • • 1G Kingston KVR533D2N4/1G Micron DS 5VD11D9GCT • • 256MB Samsung M378T32
DDR (400 MHz) Qualified Vendors List Mode Brand Side(s) Component DIMM support A B Size Vendor 256MB Corsair VS256MB400 Value select SS VS32M8-5 2B0409 • 256MB Corsair XMS3202v3.1 Infineon DS HYB25D256807BT-5B • 512MB Corsair XMS3205v1.2 Winbond DS W942508CH-5 • 512MB Corsair VS512MB400 Value select DS VS32M8-5 2B0402 • 256MB Corsair XMS2700v1.1 Winbond SS W942508BH-6 • • 256MB Corsair VS256MB333 Samsung SS K4H560838D-TCB3 • • 512MB Corsair XMS2702v3.
1.7.3 Installing a DDR1 DIMM Make sure to unplug the power supply before adding or removing DIMMs or other system components. Failure to do so may cause severe damage to both the motherboard and the components. 2 1. Unlock a DDR1 DIMM socket by pressing the retaining clips outward. 2. Align a DIMM on the socket such that the notch on the DIMM matches the break on the socket. DDR DIMM notch 1 1 Unlocked retaining clip A DDR DIMM is keyed with a notch so that it fits in only one direction.
1.7.5 Installing a DDR2 DIMM Unplug the power supply before inserting 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 DDR2 DIMM: 1. Unlock a DDR2 DIMM socket by pressing the retaining clips outward. 2. Align a DIMM on the socket such that the notch on the DIMM matches the break on the socket. 3.
1.8 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. 1.8.1 Installing an expansion card To install an expansion card: 1.
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1.8.4 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. 1.8.5 AGP slot The Accelerated Graphics Port (AGP) slot supports AGP8X cards. When you buy an AGP card, make sure that you ask for one with +1.5V specification. Note the notches on the card golden fingers to ensure that they fit the AGP slot on your motherboard. Install only 1.5 V or 0.
VGA Qualified Vendors List (PCIe x4 mode) PCIe X 16 VGA Card ASUS EAX300 ASUS EAX300SE/T ASUS EAX300SE/TD ASUS EAX600 Pro ASUS EAX600XT ASUS EAX600XT/TD ASUS EAX700 ASUS EAX700-X/TD ASUS EAX8002DTV ASUS EAX800 Pro ASUS EAX800/2DTV ASUS EAX800SILENCER/2DTV ASUS EAX850XT/2DHTV ASUS EAX850XTP/2DHTV ASUS EAX850 Pro ASUS EAX1300 Pro/TD ASUS EN5750/TD/P ASUS EN6200GE ASUS EN6200TC256/TD ASUS EN6600GT ASUS EN6600GT SILENCER ASUS EN6600/TD ASUS EN6600 TOP/TD ASUS EN6600SILENCER/TD ASUS EN6800/TD ASUS EN6800GT ASUS
1.9 1. Jumpers 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. USB device wake-up (3-pin USBPW12, USBPW34, USBPW56, USBPW78) Set these jumpers to +5V to wake up the computer from S1 sleep mode (CPU stopped, DRAM refreshed, system running in low power mode) using the connected USB devices. Set to +5VSB to wake up from S3 and S4 sleep modes (no power to CPU, DRAM in slow refresh, power supply in reduced power mode). The USBPW12 and USBPW34 jumpers are for the rear USB ports.
1.10 Connectors 1.10.1 Rear panel connectors 2 1 3 4 5 11 9 10 8 7 6 1. PS/2 mouse port (green). This port is for a PS/2 mouse. 2. Parallel port. This 25-pin port connects a parallel printer, a scanner, or other devices. 3. LAN (RJ-45) port. This port allows 10/100 Mbps connection to a Local Area Network (LAN) through a network hub. Refer to the table below for the LAN port LED indications.
Audio 2, 4, or 6-channel configuration Port Headset 2-channel Light Blue 4-channel 6-channel Line In Rear Speaker Out Rear Speaker Out Lime Line Out Front Speaker Out Front Speaker Out Pink Mic In Mic In Center/Subwoofer 8. USB 2.0 ports 3 and 4. These two 4-pin Universal Serial Bus (USB) ports are available for connecting USB 2.0 devices. 9. 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. Serial port.
2. IDE connectors (40-1 pin PRI_IDE, SEC_IDE) The onboard IDE connectors are for Ultra DMA 133/100/66 signal cables. There are three connectors on each Ultra DMA 133/100/66 signal cable: blue, black, and gray. Connect the blue connector to the motherboardʼs IDE connector, then select one of the following modes to configure your device(s).
3. Serial ATA connectors (7-pin SATA1 [black], SATA2 [black]) These connectors are for the Serial ATA signal cables for Serial ATA hard disk drives. SATA1 GND RSATA_TXP1 RSATA_TXN1 GND RSATA_RXP1 RSATA_RXN1 GND Top:Line In Center:Line Out Below:Mic In P5VDC-X P5VDC-X SATA Connectors SATA2 GND RSATA_RXN2 RSATA_RXP2 GND RSATA_TXN2 RSATA_TXN2 GND R Install the Windows® 2000 Service Pack 4 or the Windows® XP Service Pack1 before using Serial ATA.
4. 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 350mA~740mA (8.88W max.) or a total of 1A~2.22A (26.64W 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.
6. USB connectors (10-1 pin USB56, USB78_WIFI) These connectors are for USB 2.0 ports. Connect the USB module cable to any of these connectors, then install the module to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis. These USB connectors comply with USB 2.0 specification that supports up to 480 Mbps connection speed. Top:Line In Center:Line Out Below:Mic In USB+5V USB_P6USB_P6+ GND NC R 1 1 USB+5V USB_P7USB_P7+ GND USB+5V USB_P5USB_P5+ GND P5VDC-X USB 2.
8. ATX power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR, 4-pin ATX12V) These connectors are for ATX power supply plugs. The plugs from the power supply are designed to fit these connectors in only one orientation. Find the proper orientation and push down firmly until the connectors completely fit.
9. System panel connector (20-1 pin PANEL) This connector supports several chassis-mounted functions. SPEAKER +5V Ground Ground Speaker Top:Line In Center:Line Out Below:Mic In PLED- PLED+ PLED R IDE_LED Reset Ground PWR Ground IDE_LED+ IDE_LED- PANEL P5VDC-X Reset PWRSW P5VDC-X System Panel Connector The sytem panel connector is color-coded for easy connection. Refer to the connector description below for details.
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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.
2.1 Managing and updating your BIOS The following utilities allow you to manage and update the motherboard Basic Input/Output System (BIOS) setup. 1. ASUS AFUDOS (Updates the BIOS in DOS mode using a bootable floppy disk.) 2. ASUS EZ Flash (Updates the BIOS using a floppy disk during POST.) 3. ASUS CrashFree BIOS 2 (Updates the BIOS using a bootable floppy disk or the motherboard support CD when the BIOS file fails or gets corrupted.) 4. ASUS Update (Updates the BIOS in Windows® environment.
d. From the Open field, type D:\bootdisk\makeboot a: assuming that D: is your optical drive. e. Press , then follow screen instructions to continue. 2. Copy the original or the latest motherboard BIOS file to the bootable floppy disk. 2.1.2 ASUS EZ Flash utility The ASUS EZ Flash 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.
2.1.3 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: • Make sure that the floppy disk is not write-protected and has at least 600 KB 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. Copy the AFUDOS utility (afudos.exe) from the motherboard support CD to the bootable floppy disk you created earlier. 3.
2.1.4 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 2 utility The ASUS CrashFree BIOS 2 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.
Recovering the BIOS from the support CD To recover the BIOS from the support CD: 1. Remove any floppy disk from the floppy disk drive, then turn on the system. 2. Insert the support CD to the optical drive. 3. The utility displays the following message and automatically checks the floppy disk for the original or updated BIOS file. Bad BIOS checksum. Starting BIOS recovery... Checking for floppy...
2.1.5 ASUS Update utility The ASUS Update is a utility that allows you to manage, save, and update the motherboard BIOS in Windows® environment. The ASUS Update utility allows you to: • Save the current BIOS file • Download the latest BIOS file from the Internet • Update the BIOS from an updated BIOS file • Update the BIOS directly from the Internet, and • View the BIOS version information. This utility is available in the support CD that comes with the motherboard package.
Updating the BIOS through the Internet To update the BIOS through the Internet: 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. ASUS P5VDC-X 3. Select the ASUS FTP site nearest you to avoid network traffic, or click Auto Select. Click Next.
4. From the FTP site, select the BIOS version that you wish to download. Click Next. 5. 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: 2-10 1. Launch the ASUS Update utility from the Windows® desktop by clicking Start > Programs > ASUS > ASUSUpdate > ASUSUpdate.
2.2 BIOS setup program This motherboard supports a programmable firmware 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. Even if you are not prompted to use the Setup program, you can change the configuration of your computer in the future.
2.2.1 BIOS menu screen Menu items Menu bar System Time System Date Legacy Diskette A Primary IDE Master Primary IDE Slave Secondary IDE Master Secondary IDE Slave Third IDE Master Fourth IDE Master Configuration fields General help [11:51:19] [Thu 3/21/2006] [1.44M, 3.5 in] Use [ENTER], [TAB] or [SHIFT-TAB] to select a field. :[ST320413A] :[Not Detected] :[Not Detected] :[Not Detected] :[Not Detected] :[Not Detected] Use [+] or [-] to configure system time. System Information Sub-menu items 2.2.
2.2.4 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. 2.2.5 System Time System Date Legacy Diskette A Language Primary IDE Master Primary IDE Slave Secondary IDE Master Secondary IDE Slave Third IDE Master Fourth IDE Master IDE Configuration [11:10:19] [Thu 03/27/2003] [1.44M, 3.
2.3 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 “2.2.1 BIOS menu screen” for information on the menu screen items and how to navigate through them. System Time System Date Legacy Diskette A Primary IDE Master Primary IDE Slave Secondary IDE Master Secondary IDE Slave Third IDE Master Fourth IDE Master [11:51:19] [Thu 3/21/2006] [1.44M, 3.
2.3.4 Primary, Secondary Master/Slave, Third and Fourth IDE Master 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. Primary IDE Master Device : Hard Disk Vendor : ST320413A Size : 20.
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] [UDMA6] 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.
2.4 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. Configure CPU. JumperFree Configuration USB Configuration CPU Configuration Chipset Onboard Devices Configuration PCI PnP Enter F1 F10 ESC 2.4.
The following item appears only when you set the AI Overclocking item to [Manual]. CPU Frequency [XXX] Displays the frequency sent by the clock generator to the system bus and PCI bus. The value of this item is auto-detected by the BIOS. Use the <+> and <-> keys to adjust the CPU frequency. You can also type the desired CPU frequency using the numeric keypad. The values range from 100 to 400. Refer to the table below for the correct Front Side Bus and CPU External Frequency settings.
2.4.2 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 - 2.24.0-10.4 USB Devices Enabled: None USB 1.1 Ports Configuration USB 2.0 Ports Enable Legacy USB Support USB 2.0 Controller Mode BIOS EHCI Hand-Off [USB 8 Ports] [Enabled] [Enabled] [HiSpeed] [Enabled] The Module Version and USB Devices Enabled items show the auto-detected values.
BIOS EHCI Hand-off [Enabled] Allows you to enable support for operating systems without an EHCI hand-off feature. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Do not disable the BIOS EHCI Hand-Off option if you are running a Windows® operating system with USB device.
2.4.3 CPU Configuration The items in this menu show the CPU-related information that the BIOS automatically detects. Configure Advanced CPU settings Manufacturer: Brand String: Frequency : FSB Speed : Cache L1 Cache L2 Cache L3 Intel Genuine Intel(R) CPU 2.
2.4.4 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 malfuction.
DRAM Clock/Timing Configuration If you select the option of DRAM Clock/Timing Configuration, the following options will appearred. DRAM Frequency DRAM Timing DRAM BUS selection [Auto] [Auto] [Auto] DRAM Frequency [Auto] Allows you to select the DRAM frequency. Configuration options: [Auto] [Manual] [Turbo] [Ultra] DRAM Timing [Auto] When this item is set to Auto, the DRAM timing parameters are set according to the DRAM SPD (Serial Presence Detect).
AGP & P2P Bridge Configuration If you select the option of AGP & P2P Bridge Configuration, the following options will appearred. AGP 2.0 Mode AGP Fast Write AGP Aperture Size Primary Graphics Adapter [4x] [Enabled] [128MB] [PCI Express] AGP 2.0 Mode [4x] Allows you to select the AGP mode. Configuration options: [4x][2x] [1x] AGP Fast Write [Enabled] Allows you to enable or disable the AGP fast write.
V-Link & PCI Bus Configuration If you select the option of V-Link & PCI Bus Configuration, the following options will appearred. V-Link mode selection V-Link 8X Supported V-Link Data 2X Support [Auto] [Enabled] [Disabled] V-Link mode selection [Auto] Allows you to select the V-Link mode. Configuration options: [Auto] [Mode 0] [Mode 1] [Mode 2] [Mode 3] [Mode 4] V-Link 8X Supported [Enabled] Allows you to enable or disable the V-Link 8X mode.
SouthBridge Configuration * Serial ATA IDE Controller RAID BIOS Execute OnBoard LAN OnBoard LAN Boot ROM * High Definition Audio [SATA] [Enabled] [Enabled] [Disabled] [Auto] PCI Delay Transaction [Disabled] Serial ATA IDE Controller [SATA] This option allows you to set the Serial ATA IDE controller mode. Configuration options: [Disabled] [SATA] [RAID] RAID BIOS Execute [Enabled] This option allows you to enable or disable the RAID BIOS Execute.
2.4.5 Onboard Devices Configuration Configure ITE8712 Super IO Chipset Serial Port1 Address Parallel Port Address Parallel Port Mode EPP Version Parallel Port IRQ [3F8/IRQ4] [378] [EPP] [1.9] [IRQ7] Allows BIOS to Select Serial Port1 Base Addresses. +F1 F10 ESC Select Screen Select Item Change Option General Help Save and Exit Exit Serial Port1 Address [3F8/IRQ4] Allows you to select the Serial Port1 base address.
2.4.6 PCI PnP The PCI PnP menu items allow you to change the advanced settings for PCI/PnP devices. The menu includes setting IRQ and DMA channel resources for either PCI/PnP or legacy ISA devices, and setting the memory size block for legacy ISA devices. Take caution when changing the settings of the PCI PnP menu items. Incorrect field values can cause the system to malfunction. Advanced PCI/PnP Settings WARNING: Setting wrong values in below sections may cause system to malfunction.
2.5 Power menu The Power menu items allow you to change the settings for the Advanced Configuration and Power Interface (ACPI) and the Advanced Power Management (APM). Select an item then press to display the configuration options. Suspend Mode Repost Video on S3 Resume ACPI 2.0 Support ACPI APIC Support [Auto] [No] [No] [Enabled] Configure CPU. APM Configuration Hardware Monitor 2.5.
2.5.5 APM Configuration Power Management/APM [Enabled] Restore on AC Power Loss [Last State] Configure CPU.
Resume On KB [Disabled] When set to [Enabled], this parameter allows you to use 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] [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.
2.5.6 Hardware Monitor Hardware Monitor MB Temperature CPU Temperature [45ºC/113ºF] [35ºC/96.5ºF] CPU Fan Speed Chassis Fan Speed Power Fan Speed [3770 RPM] [N/A] [N/A] CPU Voltage Selection 3.3V Voltage 5V Voltage 12V Voltage [ 1.248V] [ 3.430V] [ 5.004V] [11.
2.6 Boot menu The Boot menu items allow you to change the system boot options. Select an item then press to display the sub-menu. Boot Settings Boot Device Priority Boot Settings Configuration Security Enter F1 F10 ESC 2.6.
2.6.2 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] Quick Boot [Enabled] Allows BIOS to skip certain tests while booting. This will decrease the time needed to boot the system.
Interrupt 19 Capture [Disabled] When set to [Enabled], this function allows the option ROMs to trap Interrupt 19. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] 2.6.3 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.
To set a User Password: 1. Select the Change User Password item and press . 2. On the password box that appears, type a password composed of at least six letters and/or numbers, then press . 3. Confirm the password when prompted. The message “Password Installed” appears after you set your password successfully. To change the user password, follow the same steps as in setting a user password. 2.
Exit & Discard Changes Select this option only if you do not want to save the changes that you made to the Setup program. If you made changes to fields other than System Date, System Time, and Password, the BIOS asks for a confirmation before exiting. Discard Changes This option allows you to discard the selections you made and restore the previously saved values. After selecting this option, a confirmation appears. Select Ok to discard any changes and load the previously saved values.
This chapter describes the contents of the support CD that comes with the motherboard package.
3.1 Installing an operating system This motherboard supports Windows® 2000/XP/2003 Server operating systems (OS). Always install the latest OS version and corresponding updates to maximize the features of your hardware. 3.2 • 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.
3.2.2 Drivers menu The drivers menu shows the available device drivers if the system detects installed devices. Install the necessary drivers to activate the devices. VIA ChipSet HyperionPro Driver Installs the VIA Chipset HyperionPro driver. ADI Audio Driver Executes the wizard to install the ADI Audio driver and application. VIA Ethernet Driver Installs the VIA Ethernet driver.
3.2.3 Utilities menu The Utilities menu shows the applications and other software that the motherboard supports. 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 Update The ASUS Update utility allows you to update the motherboard BIOS in a Windows® environment.
3.2.4 Make disk The Utilities menu shows you to make a RAID driver disk. VIA RAID Driver Allows you to create a VT8237A 32/64bit RAID driver disk.
3.2.4 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. Intel LGA775 CPU install Userʼs Manual Allows you to open the Intel LGA775 CPU install userʼs manual. VIA8237 SATA Quick setup Userʼs Manual Allows you to open the VIA8237 SATA RAID quick setup userʼs manual.
3.2.5 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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