Motherboard P8C WS
E7435 Revised Edition V2 May 2012 Copyright © 2012 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 P8C WS specifications summary...............................................................................
Contents Chapter 3: 3.1 3.2 3.3 BIOS setup program................................................................................... 3-1 3.2.1 3.2.2 3.5 System Language ....................................................................... 3-5 3.3.3 System Time ............................................................................... 3-5 Advanced menu........................................................................................ 3-14 3.5.1 Trusted Computing.......................
Contents 4.3.1 4.3.2 FAN Xpert.................................................................................... 4-5 4.3.4 Sensor Recorder.......................................................................... 4-7 4.3.3 4.3.5 4.4 4.5 4.3.6 ASUS Update............................................................................... 4-8 MyLogo........................................................................................ 4-9 RAID configurations.............................................
Notices Federal Communications Commission Statement This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: • • This device may not cause harmful interference, and This device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation. This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Safety information Electrical safety • • • • • • To prevent electrical shock hazard, disconnect the power cable from the electrical outlet before relocating the system. When adding or removing devices to or from the system, ensure that the power cables for the devices are unplugged before the signal cables are connected. If possible, disconnect all power cables from the existing system before you add a device.
About this guide This user guide contains the information you need when installing and configuring the motherboard. How this guide is organized This guide contains the following parts: • Chapter 1: Product introduction This chapter describes the features of the motherboard and the new technology it supports.
Conventions used in this guide To ensure 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.
P8C WS specifications summary CPU LGA1155 socket for Intel® 2nd / 3rd Generation Core™ i3 desktop processor LGA1155 socket for Intel® Xeon® E3-1200/ 12x5 v2 series processor Supports 32nm / 22nm CPU * Supports Intel® Turbo Boost technology 2.0. ** Refer to www.asus.com for Intel® CPU support list. Chipset Intel® C216 Chipset Memory 4 x DIMMs, max. 32GB, DDR3 1600 / 1333 MHz, ECC non-ECC, un-buffered memory Dual-channel architecture Supports Intel® Extreme Memory Profile (XMP) **Refer to www.asus.
P8C WS specifications summary ASUS Unique Features Back Panel I/O Ports Internal I/O connectors OS Form factor GPU Boost with switch ASUS Power Design - 8+2 Phase Power Design ASUS EPU - EPU, EPU Switch ASUS Exclusive Features - MemOK! - AI Suite II - Anti Surge - ASUS EFI BIOS EZ Mode featuring friendly graphics user interface ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution: - ASUS Fanless Design: Heat-pipe solution - ASUS Fan Xpert ASUS EZ DIY: - ASUS Q-Connector - ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 - ASUS EZ Flash Utility 1 x PS/2 K
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Chapter 1 Chapter 1: Product introduction 1.1 Welcome! Thank you for buying an ASUS® P8C WS motherboard! The motherboard delivers a host of new features and latest technologies, making it another standout in the long line of ASUS quality motherboards! Before you start installing the motherboard, and hardware devices on it, check the items in your package with the list below. 1.2 Package contents Check your motherboard package for the following items.
1.3 Special features 1.3.1 Product highlights Green ASUS Chapter 1 This motherboard complies with the European Union’s Energy-related Products (ErP) requirements, which requires products to meet certain energy efficiency criteria for energy consumption. This in in keeping with ASUS’ vision of creating environment-friendly and energy-efficient products to reduce a product’s carbon footprint and reduce its environmental impact.
Complete USB 3.0 Integration Chapter 1 This motherboard offers you the strategic USB 3.0 accessibility for both the front and rear panels, allowing you to experience the convenience of the latest plug & play connectivity solution at speed up to ten times faster than USB 2.0. GPU Boost GPU Boost accelerates the integrated GPU for extreme graphics performance, facilitates flexible frequency adjustments, and easily delivers stable system-level upgrades for every use.
Quick Gate Chapter 1 Quick Gate is a vertical USB connector on the motherboard that allows you to install USB devices directly without any messy cables and stops important data storage devices from breaking off unexpectedly. This revolutionary and unique design offers a convenient and safe way to install data and applications on your system. Diagnosis LED Diag. LED offers an intuitive way to locate the root problems in seconds.
ASUS Fanless Design—Heat-pipe solution Chapter 1 The aesthetically-designed crystal-shaped heatsink features the 0-dB thermal solution for a noiseless and stable computing environment. DO NOT uninstall the heat-pipe by yourself. Doing so may bend the tubing and affect the heat dissipation performance. Fan Xpert ASUS Fan Xpert intelligently allows you to adjust both the CPU and chassis fan speeds based on different ambient temperatures and attain a quiet and cool computing environment.
ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 allows you to restore a corrupted BIOS file from a USB storage device containing the BIOS file. Chapter 1 Precision Tweaker 2 Precision Tweaker 2 allows you to adjust the CPU voltager in 0.01V steps and the DRAM voltage in 0.001V steps to achieve the most precise and ultimate overclocking settings.
Chapter 2 Chapter 2: Hardware information 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. • Before handling components, use a grounded wrist strap or touch a safely grounded object or a metal object, such as the power supply case, to avoid damaging them due to static electricity.
2.2 Motherboard overview 2.2.1 Motherboard layout Chapter 2 Refer to 2.2.8 Internal connectors and 2.3.10 Rear panel connection for more information about rear panel connectors and internal connectors.
Layout contents Connectors/Jumpers/Switches/Slots Page 2. Power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR, 8-pin EATX12V) 2-26 3. DDR3 DIMM slots 4. CPU, chassis, and power fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN, 4-pin CHA_FAN1-3, 3-pin PWR_FAN) 2-4 2-5 2-22 5. MemOK! switch 2-11 7. Intel® C216 Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s connectors (7-pin SATA6G_1-2 [gray]) 2-17 6. USB 3.0 connector (20-1 pin USB3_12) 2-20 8. Intel® C216 Serial ATA 3.0 Gb/s connectors (7-pin SATA3G_3–6 [blue]) 2-18 10.
2.2.2 Central Processing Unit (CPU) The motherboard comes with a surface mount LGA1155 socket designed for the Intel® 2nd/ 3rd Generation Core™ i3 desktop Processors and Intel® Xeon® E3-1200/ 12x5 v2 series Server/Workstation Processors. Chapter 2 Ensure that all power cables are unplugged before installing the CPU. 2-4 • Upon purchase of the motherboard, ensure that the PnP cap is on the socket and the socket contacts are not bent.
2.2.3 System memory The motherboard comes with four Double Data Rate 3 (DDR3) Dual Inline Memory Modules (DIMM) slots. Chapter 2 A DDR3 module is notched differently from a DDR or DDR2 module. DO NOT install a DDR or DDR2 memory module to the DDR3 slot.
Memory configurations You may install 1GB, 2GB, 4GB, 8GB unbuffered ECC or non‑ECC DDR3 DIMMs into the DIMM sockets depending on the installed CPU. 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. • According to Intel CPU spec, DIMM voltage below 1.65V is recommended to protect the CPU. • The max.
2.2.4 Expansion slots Chapter 2 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. Slot No. Slot Description 1 PCIe 3.0 x16_1 slot (single at x16 or dual at x8/x8 mode) 2 PCIe 3.0 x16_2 slot (x8 mode) 3 PCIe 2.0 x1_1 slot 4 PCIe 2.0 x16_3 slot (x4 mode) 5 PCI1 slot 6 PCIe 2.
Standard Interrupt assignments IRQ Priority Standard function 1 2 Keyboard Controller 0 2 4 5 6 7 8 9 Chapter 2 10 11 12 13 14 1 - 12 13 14 15 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 System Timer Programmable Interrupt Communications Port (COM1) IRQ Holder for PCI Steering Reserved Reserved System CMOS/Real Time Clock IRQ Holder for PCI Steering IRQ Holder for PCI Steering IRQ Holder for PCI Steering Reserved Numeric Data Processor Primary IDE Channel IRQ assignments for this motherboard PCIEx16_1 PCIEx16_2 PCIEx16_
2.2.5 Onboard buttons and switches Onboard buttons and switches enhance overclocking and gaming performance when working on a bare or open-case system. 1. EPU switch Turning this switch to Enable will automatically detect the current PC loadings and intelligently moderate the power consumption. Chapter 2 For ensuring the system performance, turn the switch setting to Enable when the system is powered off.
2. GPU Boost switch Turning this switch to Enable will automatically optimize the system for fast, yet stable GPU speed. For ensuring the system performance, turn the switch setting to Enable when the system is powered off. Chapter 2 The GPU Boost Switch functions only when you install the DESKTOP CPU that supports onboard graphics.
MemOK! button When you install DIMMs that are not compatible with the motherboard, this may cause the system boot failure, and the DRAM_LED near the MemOK switch lights continuously. Simply press the MemOK button until the DRAM_LED starts blinking to patch memory compatibility issues and ensure the system’s successful bootup. Chapter 2 3. • Refer to section 2.2.6 Onboard LEDs for the exact location of the DRAM_LED. • The DRAM_LED also lights when the DIMM is not properly installed.
2.2.6 1. Onboard LEDs POST State LEDs The POST State LEDs indicate the status of these key components during POST (Power-on-Self Test): CPU, memory modules, VGA card, and hard disk drive. If an error is found, the critical component’s LED stays lit up until the problem is solved. Chapter 2 2. 2-12 GPU Boost LED The GPU Boost LED lights up when the GPU Boost switch is turned to Enable.
4. EPU LED The EPU LED lights up when the EPU switch is turned to Enable. Chapter 2 3. Standby power LED The motherboard comes with a standby power LED that lights up to indicate that the system is ON, in sleep mode, or in soft-off mode. This is a reminder that you should shut down the system and unplug the power cable before removing or plugging in any motherboard component. The illustration below shows the location of the onboard LED.
5. DRAM LED The DRAM_LED lights up when the installed DIMMs incompatible with the motherboard or improperly installed. When using the MemOK! switch for automatic memory compatibility tuning, the DRAM_LED will blink.
2.2.7 1. Jumper 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. 3. Plug the power cord and turn ON the computer. 2.
2. Chassis Fan control setting (3-pin CHAFAN_SEL) These jumpers allow you to switch for fan pin selection. The CHAFAN_SEL jumper is for the front fans and rear fans control. Set to pins 1–2 when using 3-pin fans or pins 2–3 when using 4-pin fans. Chapter 2 2-16 • If you use a 4-pin fan but set the jumper to pin 1-2, the fan you installed may not work. • If you use a 3-pin fan but set the jumper for a 4-pin fan, the fan control will not work and the fan you installed will always run at full speed.
2.2.8 Intel® C216 Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s connectors (7-pin SATA6G_1-2 [gray]) These connectors connect to Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s hard disk drives via Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s signal cables. Chapter 2 1. Internal connectors • These connectors are set to [AHCI Mode] by default. If you intend to create a Serial ATA RAID set using these connectors, set the SATA Mode item in the BIOS to [RAID Mode]. Refer to section 3.5.4 SATA Configuration for details. • Before creating a RAID set, refer to section 4.
2. Intel® C216 Serial ATA 3.0 Gb/s connectors (7-pin SATA3G_3–6 [blue]) These connectors connect to Serial ATA 3.0 Gb/s hard disk drives and optical disc drives via Serial ATA 3.0 Gb/s signal cables. If you installed Serial ATA hard disk drives, you can create a RAID 0, 1, 5, and 10 configuration with the Intel® Rapid Storage Technology through the onboard Intel® C216 chipset. Chapter 2 2-18 • These connectors are set to [IDE Mode] by default.
3. USB 2.0 connectors (Type A: 10-1 pin USB1314; Type B: USB11/ USB12) Chapter 2 These connectors are for USB 2.0 ports. Connect the USB module cable to any of these connectors, then install the module to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis. These USB connectors comply with USB 2.0 specification that supports up to 480 Mbps connection speed. Never connect a 1394 cable to the USB connectors.
4. USB 3.0 connector (20-1 pin USB3_12) This connector is for the additional USB 3.0 ports, and complies with the USB 3.0 specificaton that supports up to 5Gbps connection speed. If the USB 3.0 front panel cable is available from your system chassis, with this USB 3.0 connector, you can have a front panel USB 3.0 solution. Chapter 2 5. 2-20 • You can connect the ASUS front panel USB 3.0 box to this connector to obtain the front panel USB 3.0 solution.
IEEE 1394a port connector (10-1 pin IE1394_2) This connector is for an IEEE 1394a port. Connect the IEEE 1394a module cable to this connector, then install the module to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis. Chapter 2 6. Never connect a USB cable to the IEEE 1394a connector. Doing so will damage the motherboard! The IEEE 1394a module is purchased separately. 7. Digital audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT) This connector is for an additional Sony/Philips Digital Interface (S/PDIF) port.
8. CPU, chassis, and power fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN, 4-pin CHA_FAN1-3, 3-pin PWR_FAN) Connect the fan cables to the fan connectors on the motherboard, ensuring that the black wire of each cable matches the ground pin of the connector. Chapter 2 Do not forget to connect the fan cables to the fan connectors. Insufficient air flow inside the system may damage the motherboard components.
10. Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP) This connector is for a chassis-mounted front panel audio I/O module that supports either HD Audio or legacy AC`97 audio standard. Connect one end of the front panel audio I/O module cable to this connector. • We recommend that you connect a high-definition front panel audio module to this connector to avail of the motherboard’s high-definition audio capability.
11. TPM connector (20-1 pin TPM) This connector supports a Trusted Platform Module (TPM) system, which can securely store keys, digital certificates, passwords, and data. A TPM system also helps enhance network security, protects digital identities, and ensures platform integrity. This connector can also serve for G.P. Diagnosis card installtion. Chapter 2 G.P. Diagnosis card layout LED 0 and 1 Power Switch. Press to turn ON or OFF the motherboard. Reset Button. Press to restart the motherboard.
Installing G.P. Diagnosis card Ensure to turn off the power supply unit before installing the diagnosis card to avoid electrical shock hazard. 1. Locate the TPM connector (20-1 pin TPM) on the motherboard. With the LEDs of the diagnosis card facing to the PCIe slots, align the card connector with the TPM connector and press firmly until the card sits on the connector completely. Chapter 2 2. Code table for G.P.
12. ATX power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR, 8-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. Chapter 2 2-26 • For a fully configured system, we recommend that you use a power supply unit (PSU) that complies with ATX 12 V Specification 2.0 (or later version) and provides a minimum power of 350 W.
13. System panel connector (20-8 pin PANEL) • Chapter 2 This connector supports several chassis-mounted functions. System power LED (2-pin PLED) This 2-pin connector is for the system power LED. Connect the chassis power LED cable to this connector. The system power LED lights up when you turn on the system power, and blinks when the system is in sleep mode.
2.3 Building your computer system 2.3.1 Additional tools and components to build a PC system Chapter 2 1 bag of screws Philips (cross) screwdriver PC chassis Power supply unit Intel LGA 1155 CPU Intel LGA 1155 compatible CPU Fan DIMM SATA hard disk drive SATA optical disc drive (optional) Graphics card (optional) The tools and components in the table above are not included in the motherboard package.
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2.3.3 CPU heatsink and fan assembly installation Apply the Thermal Interface Material to the CPU heatsink and CPU before you install the heatsink and fan if necessary.
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2.3.5 Motherboard installation The diagrams in this section are for reference only. The motherboard layout may vary with models, but the installation steps remain the same.
Chapter 2 3 DO NOT overtighten the screws! Doing so can damage the motherboard.
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2.3.8 Front I/O Connector To install ASUS Q-Connector 1 2 IDE_LED+ IDE_LED- PWR Ground Chapter 2 Reset Ground IDE_LED R POWE SW RESET SW To install USB 2.0 Connector To install front panel audio connector AAFP USB 2.0 To install USB 3.0 Connector USB 3.
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2.3.10 Rear panel connection Chapter 2 Rear panel connectors 1. PS/2 mouse and keyboard port 7. USB 2.0 ports 7 and 8 2. IEEE 1394a port 8. USB 2.0 ports 5 and 6 3. LAN (RJ-45) port 2* 9. Coaxial S/PDIF Out port 4. DVI port 10. Optical S/PDIF Out port 5. LAN (RJ-45) port 1* 11. USB 3.0 ports 3 and 4 6. USB 2.0 ports 9 and 10 12. Audio I/O ports** *and **: Refer to the tables on the next page for LAN port and audio port definitions.
• Due to USB 3.0 controller limitation, USB 3.0 devices can only be used under Windows® OS environment and after the USB 3.0 driver installation. • USB 3.0 devices can only be used as data storage only. • We strongly recommend that you connect USB 3.0 devices to USB 3.0 ports for faster and better performance for your USB 3.0 devices.
Connect to Headphone and Mic Connect to Stereo Speakers Chapter 2 Connect to 2.1 channel Speakers Connect to 4.
Chapter 2 Connect to 5.1 channel Speakers Connect to 7.
2.4 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.
Chapter 3 Chapter 3: 3.1 Knowing BIOS BIOS setup The new ASUS UEFI BIOS is a Unified Extensible Interface that complies with UEFI architecture, offering a user-friendly interface that goes beyond the traditional keyboardonly BIOS controls to enable a more flexible and convenient mouse input. Users can easily navigate the new UEFI BIOS with the same smoothness as their operating system. The term “BIOS” in this user manual refers to “UEFI BIOS” unless otherwise specified.
3.2.1 EZ Mode By default, the EZ Mode screen appears when you enter the BIOS setup program. The EZ Mode provides you an overview of the basic system information, and allows you to select the display language, system performance mode and boot device priority. To access the Advanced Mode, click Exit/Advanced Mode, then select Advanced Mode or press F7 hot key for the advanced BIOS settings. The default screen for entering the BIOS setup program can be changed. Refer to the Setup Mode item in section 3.
3.2.2 Advanced Mode The Advanced Mode provides advanced options for experienced end-users to configure the BIOS settings. The figure below shows an example of the Advanced Mode. Refer to the following sections for the detailed configurations. To access the EZ Mode, click Exit, then select ASUS EZ Mode.
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 (Ai Tweaker, Advanced, Monitor, Boot, Tool, and Exit) on the menu bar have their respective menu items. Back button This button appears when entering a submenu. Press or use the USB mouse to click this button to return to the previous menu screen.
3.3 Main menu The Main menu screen appears when you enter the Advanced Mode of the BIOS Setup program. The Main menu provides you an overview of the basic system information, and allows you to set the system date, time, language, and security settings. System Language [English] Chapter 3 3.3.1 Allows you to choose the BIOS language version from the options. Configuration options: [ 3.3.2 ][ ][ ][ ][ ][ ][ ][ ] System Date [Day xx/xx/xxxx] Allows you to set the system date. 3.3.
3.3.4 Security The Security menu items allow you to change the system security settings. • If you have forgotten your BIOS password, erase the CMOS Real Time Clock (RTC) RAM to clear the BIOS password. See section 2.3.5 Onboard switches for information on how to erase the RTC RAM. • The Administrator or User Password items on top of the screen show the default Not Installed. After you set a password, these items show Installed.
User Password If you have set a user password, you must enter the user password for accessing the system. The User Password item on top of the screen shows the default Not Installed. After you set a password, this item shows Installed. To set a user password: 1. 2. 3. Select the User Password item and press . From the Create New Password box, key in a password, then press . Confirm the password when prompted. To change a user password: 1. 2. 3. 4.
3.4 Ai Tweaker menu The Ai Tweaker menu items allow you to configure overclocking-related items. Be cautious when changing the settings of the Ai Tweaker menu items. Incorrect field values can cause the system to malfunction. The configuration options for this section vary depending on the CPU and DIMM model you installed on the motherboard.
Ai Overclock Tuner [Auto] Allows you to select the CPU overclocking options to achieve the desired CPU internal frequency. Select any of these preset overclocking configuration options: [Auto] [X.M.P.] Loads the optimal settings for the system. If you install memory modules supporting the eXtreme Memory Profile (X.M.P.) Technology, choose this item to set the profiles supported by your memory modules for optimizing the system performance. The item X.M.P.
Primary Timings DRAM CAS# Latency [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [3 DRAM Clock] – [15 DRAM Clock] DRAM RAS# to CAS# Delay [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [4 DRAM Clock] – [15 DRAM Clock] DRAM RAS# PRE Time [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [4 DRAM Clock] – [15 DRAM Clock] DRAM RAS# ACT Time [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [4 DRAM Clock] – [40 DRAM Clock] DRAM COMMAND Mode [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [1 DRAM Clock] [2 DRAM Clock] [3 DRAM Clock] Secondary Timings DRAM RA
tRWDR (DD) [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [1 DRAM Clock] – [6 DRAM Clock] tRWSR [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [1 DRAM Clock] – [6 DRAM Clock] tRR (DD) [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [1 DRAM Clock] – [6 DRAM Clock] tRR (DR) [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [1 DRAM Clock] – [6 DRAM Clock] tRRSR [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [4 DRAM Clock] – [7 DRAM Clock] tWW (DD) [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [1 DRAM Clock] – [6 DRAM Clock] tWW (DR) [Auto] Configuration optio
Long Duration Maintained [Auto] Use the <+> and <-> keys to adjust the value. Short Duration Power Limit [Auto] Use the <+> and <-> keys to adjust the value. Primary Plane Current Limit [Auto] Use the <+> and <-> keys to adjust the value. Secondary Plane Current Limit [Auto] Use the <+> and <-> keys to adjust the value. Some of the following items are adjusted by typing the desired values using the numeric keypad and press the key. You can also use the <+> and <-> keys to adjust the value.
According to Intel CPU spec, DIMMs with voltage requirement over 1.5V may damage the CPU permanently. We recommend you install the DIMMs with the voltage requirement below 1.5V. VCCIO Voltage [Auto] Allows you to set the VCCIO voltage. The values range from 0.90V to 1.70V with a 0.01V interval. VCCSA Voltage [Auto] Allows you to set the VCCSA voltage. The values range from 0.77V to 1.60V with a 0.01V interval. CPU PLL Voltage [Auto] Allows you to set the CPU PLL voltage. The values range from 1.
3.5 Advanced menu The Advanced menu items allow you to change the settings for the CPU and other system devices. Be cautious when changing the settings of the Advanced menu items. Incorrect field values can cause the system to malfunction. Chapter 3 3.5.1 Trusted Computing TPM SUPORT [Disabled] Allows you to enable or disable the TPM support. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] This item appears only when you install TPM module to the motherboard.
3.5.2 CPU Configuration The items in this menu show the CPU-related information that the BIOS automatically detects. Chapter 3 The items shown in this screen may be different due to the CPU you installed. Scroll down to display the following items: Intel Adaptive Thermal Monitor [Enabled] [Disabled] [Enabled] Disables the CPU thermal monitor function. Enables the overheated CPU to throttle its clock speed to cool down.
Execute Disable Bit [Enabled] [Disabled] [Enabled] Forces the XD feature flag to always return to zero (0). Enables the No-Execution Page Protection Technology. Intel(R) Virtualization Technology [Disabled] [Disabled] [Enabled] Disables this function. Allows a hardware platform to run multiple operating systems separately and simultaneously, enabling one system to virtually function as several systems.
CPU C6 Report [Auto] Allows you to disable or enable the CPU C6 report to OS. [Auto] Set this item automatically. [Enabled] Enables the C6 Report support function. [Disabled] Disables the function. 3.5.3 PCH Configuration High Precision Timer [Enabled] Allows you to enable or disable the High Precision Event Timer.
Active Page Threshold Support [Enabled] Allows you to enable or disable Active Page Threshold Support. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] Active Memory Threshold [0] Try to support RST when partition size>Active Page Threshold size in MB. When setting to Zero, it will be in AUTO mode and check if partition size is enough at S3 entry. Intel(R) Smart Connect Technology ISCT Configuration [Disabled] Allows you to enable or disable the ISCT configuration.
SATA Mode Selection [AHCI] Allows you to set the SATA configuration. [IDE] [AHCI] [RAID] Set to [IDE] when you want to use the Serial ATA hard disk drives as Parallel ATA physical storage devices. Set to [AHCI] when you want the SATA hard disk drives to use the AHCI (Advanced Host Controller Interface). The AHCI allows the onboard storage driver to enable advanced Serial ATA features that increases storage performance on random workloads by allowing the drive to internally optimize the order of commands.
3.5.5 System Agent Configuration Memory Remap Feature [Enabled] Allows you to enable remapping the memory above 4GB. [Enabled] Enables the function. [Disabled] Disables this function. Graphics Configuration Allows you to select a primary display from iGPU, and PCIe graphical devices. Primary Display [Auto] Allows you to select which of the iGPU/PCIE Graphics device should be the Primary Display.
3.5.6 USB Configuration The items in this menu allow you to change the USB-related features. The USB Devices item shows the auto-detected values. If no USB device is detected, the item shows None. Legacy USB Support [Enabled] Enables the support for USB devices on legacy operating systems (OS). The USB devices can be used only for the BIOS setup program. Allows the system to detect the presence of USB devices at startup. If detected, the USB controller legacy mode is enabled.
3.5.7 Onboard Devices Configuration HD Audio Controller [Enabled] Chapter 3 [Disabled] [Enabled] Disables the controller. Enables the High Definition Audio Controller. The following two items appear only when you set the HD Audio Controller item to [Enabled]. Front Panel Type [HD] Allows you to set the front panel audio connector (AAFP) mode to legacy AC’97 or highdefinition audio depending on the audio standard that the front panel audio module supports.
Intel LAN1 OPROM [Disabled] This item appears only when you set the previous item to [Enabled] and allows you to enable or disable the PXE OptionRom of the Intel LAN1 controller. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] Intel LAN2 Controller [Enabled] [Disabled] Disables the controller. [Enabled] Enables the Intel LAN2 controller.
3.5.8 APM ErP Ready [Disabled] Chapter 3 This item allows user to switch off some power at S5 to get the system ready for ErP requirement. When set enabled to Enabled, all other PME options will be switched off. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Restore AC Power Loss [Power Off] [Power Off] [Power On] [Last State] The system goes into off state after an AC power loss. The system goes into on state after an AC power loss.
Power On By PCI [Disabled] [Disabled] [Enabled] Disables the PCI devices to generate a wake event. Enables the PCI devices to generate a wake event. Power On By PCIE [Disabled] [Disabled] Disables the PCIE devices to generate a wake event. [Enabled] Enables the PCIE devices to generate a wake event. Power On By Ring [Disabled] [Disabled] Disables Ring to generate a wake event. [Enabled] Enables Ring to generate a wake event.
3.6 Monitor menu The Monitor menu displays the system temperature/power status, and allows you to change the fan settings. Scroll down to display the following items: Chapter 3 CPU Temperature / MB Temperature [xxxºC/xxxºF] The onboard hardware monitor automatically detects and displays the CPU and motherboard temperatures. Select Ignore if you do not wish to display the detected temperatures.
CPU Q-Fan Control [Enabled] [Disabled] [Enabled] Disables the CPU Q-Fan control feature. Enables the CPU Q-Fan control feature. CPU Fan Speed Low Limit [600 RPM] This item appears only when you enable the CPU Q-Fan Control feature and allows you to disable or set the CPU fan warning speed.
Chassis Fan Speed Low Limit [600 RPM] This item appears only when you enable the Chassis Q-Fan Control feature and allows you to disable or set the chassis fan warning speed. Configuration options: [Ignore] [200 RPM] [300 RPM] [400 RPM] [500 RPM] [600 RPM] Chassis Fan Profile [Standard] This item appears only when you enable the Chassis Q-Fan Control feature and allows you to set the appropriate performance level of the chassis fan.
3.7 Boot menu The Boot menu items allow you to change the system boot options. Chapter 3 Scroll down to display the following items: Bootup NumLock State [On] [On] [Off] Sets the power-on state of the NumLock to [On]. Sets the power-on state of the NumLock to [Off]. Full Screen Logo [Enabled] [Disabled] [Enabled] Disables the full screen logo display feature. Enables the full screen logo display feature. Set this item to [Enabled] to use the ASUS MyLogo 2™ feature.
PCI ROM Priority [Legacy ROM] [Legacy ROM] [EFI Compatibe ROM] Launch Legacy ROM Launch UEFI Compatible ROM Option ROM Messages [Force BIOS] [Force BIOS] [Keep Current] The third-party ROM messages will be forced to display during the boot sequence. The third-party ROM messages will be displayed only if the third-party manufacturer had set the add-on device to do so. Setup Mode [EZ Mode] [Advanced Mode] Sets Advanced Mode as the default screen for entering the BIOS setup program.
3.8 Tools menu The Tools menu items allow you to configure options for special functions. Select an item then press to display the submenu. 3.8.1 ASUS EZ Flash 2 Utility Allows you to run ASUS EZ Flash 2. When you press , a confirmation message appears. Use the left/right arrow key to select between [Yes] or [No], then press to confirm your choice. For more details, refer to section 3.10.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility. 3.8.2 ASUS O.C.
Label Allows you to input the label of the setup profiles. Save to Profile Allows you to save the current BIOS settings to the BIOS Flash, and create a profile. Key in a profile number from one to eight, press , and then select Yes. Load from Profile Allows you to load the previous BIOS settings saved in the BIOS Flash. Key in the profile number that saved your BIOS settings, press , and then select Yes. 3.8.
3.9 Exit menu The Exit menu items allow you to load the optimal default values for the BIOS items, and save or discard your changes to the BIOS items. You can access the EZ Mode from the Exit menu. Exit Load Optimized Defaults Save Changes & Reset Discard Changes & Exit ASUS EZ Mode Launch EFI Shell from filesystem device Load Optimized Defaults This option allows you to load the default values for each of the parameters on the Setup menus.
3.10 Updating BIOS The ASUS website publishes the latest BIOS versions to provide enhancements on system stability, compatibility, or performance. However, BIOS updating is potentially risky. If there is no problem using the current version of BIOS, DO NOT manually update the BIOS. Inappropriate BIOS updating may result in the system’s failure to boot. Carefully follow the instructions of this chapter to update your BIOS if necessary. Visit the ASUS website (www.asus.
Updating the BIOS through the Internet To update the BIOS through the Internet: 1. From the ASUS Update screen, select Update BIOS from Internet, and then click Next. 2. Select the ASUS FTP site nearest you to avoid network traffic. 3. Select the BIOS version that you want to download. Click Next. 4. You can decide whether to change the BIOS boot logo, which is the image appearing on screen during the Power‑On Self-Tests (POST). Click Yes if you want to change the boot logo or No to continue. 5.
Updating the BIOS through a BIOS file To update the BIOS through a BIOS file: Chapter 3 1. From the ASUS Update screen, select Update BIOS from file, and then click Next. 2. Locate the BIOS file from the Open window, click Open, and click Next. 3. You can decide whether to change the BIOS boot logo. Click Yes if you want to change the boot logo or No to continue. 4. 3-36 Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the update process. • The screenshots in this section are for reference only.
3.10.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility The ASUS EZ Flash 2 feature allows you to update the BIOS without having to use a bootable floppy disk or an OS‑based utility. Before you start using this utility, download the latest BIOS from the ASUS website at www.asus.com. To update the BIOS using EZ Flash 2: 1. 2. Insert the USB flash disk that contains the latest BIOS file to the USB port. Enter the Advanced Mode of the BIOS setup program.
• This function can support devices such as a USB flash disk with FAT 32/16 format and single partition only. • DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS to prevent system boot failure! Ensure to load the BIOS default settings to ensure system compatibility and stability. Select the Load Optimized Defaults item under the Exit menu. See section 3.9 Exit Menu for details. 3.10.
3.10.4 ASUS BIOS Updater The ASUS BIOS Updater allows you to update BIOS in DOS environment. This utility also allows you to copy the current BIOS file that you can use as a backup when the BIOS fails or gets corrupted during the updating process. The succeeding utility screens are for reference only. The actual utility screen displays may not be same as shown. Before updating BIOS 1. 2. 3. Prepare the motherboard support DVD and a USB flash drive in FAT32/16 format and single partition.
Backing up the current BIOS To backup the current BIOS file using the BIOS Updater Ensure that the USB flash drive is not write-protected and has enough free space to save the file. 1. At the FreeDOS prompt, type bupdater /o[filename] and press . D:\>bupdater /oOLDBIOS1.rom Filename Extension The [filename] is any user-assigned filename with no more than eight alphanumeric characters for the filename and three alphanumeric characters for the extension. 2.
Updating the BIOS file To update the BIOS file using BIOS Updater 1. At the FreeDOS prompt, type bupdater /i and press . D:\>bupdater /i 2. The BIOS Updater screen appears as below. ASUSTek BIOS Updater for DOS V1.30 [2012/12/22] FLASH TYPE: MX1C 25L1065A Current ROM Update ROM BOARD: Unknown BOARD: P8C WS VER: Unknown VER: 0205 DATE: Unknown DATE: 12/21/2011 PATH: A:\ P8CWSID.
Chapter 3 3-42 Chapter 3: BIOS setup
Chapter 4 Chapter 4: 4.1 Installing an operating system Software support This motherboard supports Windows® XP/ 64-bit XP/ 7 / 64-bit 7 operating systems (OS). Always install the latest OS version and corresponding updates to maximize the features of your hardware. 4.2 • 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.
4.2.2 Obtaining the software manuals The software manuals are included in the support DVD. Follow the instructions below to get the necessary software manuals. The software manual files are in Portable Document Format (PDF). Install the Adobe® Acrobat® Reader from the Utilities menu before opening the files. 1. Click the Manual tab. Click ASUS Motherboard Utility Guide from the manual list on the left. 2. The Manual folder of the support DVD appears. Double-click the folder of your selected software.
4.3 Installing AI Suite II AI Suite II is an all-in-one interface that integrates several ASUS utilities and allows you to launch and operate these utilities simultaneously. To install AI Suite II on your computer 1. 2. 3. Place the support DVD to the optical drive. The Drivers installation tab appears if your computer has enabled the Autorun feature. Click Utilities tab > AI Suite II. Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the installation.
4.3.1 EPU EPU is an energy-processing utility that provides several power-saving modes. When set to the Auto Mode, the system automatically changes its power-saving mode based on the current system condition. You can also configure the system settings such as CPU frequency, GPU frequency, vCore Voltage, and Fan Control to customize a power-saving mode. Launching EPU To launch EPU, click Tool > EPU on the AI Suite II main menu bar. Displays the following message if no VGA power saving engine is detected.
4.3.2 FAN Xpert Fan Xpert intelligently allows you to adjust both the CPU and chassis fan speeds 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.
4.3.3 Probe II Probe II is a utility that monitors the computer’s vital components, and detects and alerts you of any problem with these components. Probe II senses fan rotations, CPU temperature, and system voltages, among others. With this utility, you are assured that your computer is always at a healthy operating condition. Launching Probe II To launch Probe II, click Tool > Probe II on the AI Suite II main menu bar.
4.3.4 Sensor Recorder Sensor Recorder monitors the changes in the system voltage, temperature, and fan speed on a timeline. The History Record function allows you to designate specific time spans on record to keep track of the three system statuses for certain purposes. Launching Sensor Recorder To launch Sensor Recorder, click Tool > Sensor Recorder on the AI Suite II main menu bar. Using Sensor Recorder Click on Voltage/ Temperature/ Fan Speed tabs for the status you want to monitor.
4.3.5 ASUS Update ASUS Update is a utility that allows you to manage, save, and update the motherboard BIOS in Windows® environment. Launching ASUS Update To launch ASUS Update, click Update > ASUS Update on the AI Suite II main menu bar. Using ASUS Update Select any of these options to update the BIOS: • Update BIOS from Internet • Download BIOS from Internet • Allows you to download the latest BIOS version from the ASUS website at www.asus.
4.3.6 MyLogo MyLogo allows you to customize the boot logo, which is the image that appears on the screen during the Power On Self Tests (POST). Launching ASUS Update To launch MyLogo, click Update > MyLogo on the AI Suite II main menu bar. Select the option that you want to use to update your boot logo, click Next and follow the instructions below. Change the boot logo of a downloaded BIOS file and update (or do not update) this BIOS to the motherboard 1.
3. Do any of the following: • • Click Auto Tune to adjust the image size or the image resolution. Click Booting Preview to preview the boot image. 4. Click Next. 5. Click Flash to update the boot logo. 6. When prompted, click Yes to reboot the system. You will see the new boot logo the next time you start up the system. Ensure to enable the Full Screen Logo in BIOS to use this feature.
4.4 Audio configurations The Realtek 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 CODEC 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.
4.5 RAID configurations The motherboard supports the following SATA RAID solutions: • • Intel® Rapid Storage Technology with RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 10 and RAID 5 support. Mavell® RAID utility with RAID 0 and RAID 1 support. 4.5.1 • You must install Windows® XP Service Pack 3 or later versions before using Serial ATA hard disk drives. The Serial ATA RAID feature is available only if you are using Windows® XP SP3 or later versions.
4.5.2 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. 4.5.
The navigation keys at the bottom of the screen allow you to move through the menus and select the menu options. The RAID BIOS setup screens shown in this section are for reference only and may not exactly match the items on your screen. The utility supports maximum four hard disk drives for RAID configuration. Creating a RAID set To create a RAID set: 1. From the utility main menu, select 1. Create RAID Volume and press .
5. 6. Use the up/down arrow key to select a drive, and then press to select. A small triangle marks the selected drive. Press after completing your selection. Use the up/down arrow key to select the stripe size for the RAID array (for RAID 0, 10 and 5 only),and then press . The available stripe size values range from 4KB to 128KB.
Deleting a RAID set Take caution when deleting a RAID set. You will lose all data on the hard disk drives when you delete a RAID set. To delete a RAID set: 1. From the utility main menu, select 2. Delete RAID Volume and press . The following screen appears: Intel(R) Rapid Storage Technology - Option ROM - v10.5.1.1070 Copyright(C) 2003-10 Intel Corporation. All Rights Reserved. [ DELETE VOLUME MENU ] Name Volume0 Level RAID0(Stripe) Drives 2 Capacity 298.
Intel® Smart Response Technology Intel® Smart Response Technology boosts overall system performance. It uses an installed fast SSD (min. 20GB available) as a cache for frequently accessed operations, speeding up hard drive/main memory interaction. Key benefits are expedited hard drive speeds, reduced load and wait times, and maximized storage utilization. Power consumption also goes down by reducing unnecessary hard drive spin.
3. Select Disable Acceleration to disable this function, and select Change Mode to switch acceleration mode to Enhanced/ Maximized. > 20GB) and • To enable Intel® Smart Response Technology, you need at least one SSD ( = a HDD, and only one SSD can be assigned for caching. • If you want to restore the OS, go to BIOS Option ROM > Acceleration Options and remove the Disks/Volume Acceleration to disable Intel® Smart Response Technology.
3. Right click the New Volume that you want to shrink from, and select Shrink Volume. 4. If your SSD is not initialized and unformatted: a. Right click the disk that you want to create the partition, and select Initialize. b. Right click the unallocated volume, select New Simple Volume, and follow the remaining steps. If your SSD is smaller than 64GB, and is set to Full disk capacity caching option for Intel® Smart Response, you can not see any volume in the Disk Management.
6. To launch the disk partitioning tool, click Start > Programs > Accessories > Command Prompt tool. 7. Type diskpart and press Enter. 8. In the diskpart prompt, type list disk after DISKPART, and press Enter. Select the disk with the unallocated volume by typing select disk x (x = disk number), and press Enter . • • 9. The value “x” refers to a disk number where you created the unallocated partition. Refer to step 5 for details about the unallocated disk space in the SSD.
12. Type set id=84 override, press Enter, and wait for the “shrinking process” until the Disk Management utility identifies a new partition called Hibernation Partition. The Hibernation Partition does not appear when you choose “GPT (GUID Partition Table store type”. Ensure the “Unallocated” disappears from the volume, and a new partition is identified. 13. Reboot the system after creating the partition.
2. Tick On in the Status field to enable the function, and click Save. Select and click to enable or disable the function Click to enable or disable battery saving mode. This function only applies to notebooks. Click to enable or disable the timer. When enabled, move the scroll bar to the desired time. When the system is idle for more than the time period you set, the system automatically goes into the Intel® Rapid Start mode. Default time is 10 minutes.
5. Type list partition, press Enter, and select the partition where the Intel® Rapid Start Technology is installed by typing select partition x (x = number), and press Enter. The value “x” refers to a disk number where you want to delete the store partition. Type delete partition override, and press Enter. The diskpart utility deletes the selected partition. 7. In the desktop, click Start, right-click Computer, and click Manage. 8.
10. Click Next after selecting the default selected disk. 11. Extend volume setup is completed. Click Finish to recover the Intel® Rapid Start Technology partition. 12. Reboot the system after deleting the partition. 13. Go to Start > Control Panel > Programs > Programs and Features > to remove the Intel® Rapid Start Manager for the complete deletion of Intel® Rapid Start Technology.
5. Select all and click Next for Custom Setup. 6. Click Install to proceed the installation. 7. Click Yes to restart your system, and for the newly installed Intel® Smart Connect Technology to take effect. Using the Intel® Smart Connect Technology • • Before the system goes to sleep mode, ensure to keep your applications on the desktop, and enter the applications, passwords. Ensure that the internet is in connection when enabling the Intel® Smart Connect Technology. 1.
3. To disable the updating function, click Disable Updating. Clicking this button automatically disables the configuration in the Advanced tab. To reset to defaults, click Reset All to Defaults. 4. In the Advanced tab, set up the schedule during low power usage time period for power saving. This setting only applies to the assigned time period. 5. In the Help tab, click About to view the feature’s version. Click Topics to learn more about the Intel® Smart Connect Technology and its configuration.
4.6 Creating a RAID driver disk A floppy disk with the RAID driver is required when installing a Windows® operating system on a hard disk drive that is included in a RAID set. 4.6.1 • The motherboard does not provide a floppy drive connector. You have to use a USB floppy disk drive when creating a SATA RAID driver disk. • Windows® XP may not recognize the USB floppy disk drive due to Windows® XP limitation. To work around this OS limitation, refer to section 4.5.4 Using a USB floppy disk drive.
4.6.3 Installing the RAID driver during Windows® OS installation 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 thirdparty SCSI or RAID driver. Press , and then insert the floppy disk with RAID driver into the USB floppy disk drive. When prompted to select the SCSI adapter to install, select the RAID driver for the corresponding OS version.
4.6.4 Using a USB floppy disk drive Due to OS limitation, Windows® XP may not recognize the USB floppy disk drive when you install the RAID driver from a floppy disk during the OS installation. To solve this issue, add the USB floppy disk drive’s Vendor ID (VID) and Product ID (PID) to the floppy disk containing the RAID driver. Refer to the steps below: 1. Using another computer, plug the USB floppy disk drive, and insert the floppy disk containing the RAID driver. 2.
7. Use Notepad to open the file. 8. Find the [HardwareIds.scsi.iaAHCI_DesktopWorkstationServer] and [HardwareIds.scsi.iaStor_DesktopWorkstationServer] sections in the txtsetup.oem file. 9. Type the following line to the bottom of the two sections: id = “USB\VID_xxxx&PID_xxxx”, “usbstor” [HardwareIds.scsi.iaAHCI_DesktopWorkstationServer] id= “PCI\VEN_8086&DEV_1C02&CC_0106”,”iaStor” id= “USB\VID_03EE&PID_6901”, “usbstor” [HardwareIds.scsi.
Chapter 5 Chapter 5: Multiple GPU technology support 5.1 AMD® CrossFireX™ technology The motherboard supports the AMD CrossFireX™ technology that allows you to install multi-graphics processing units (GPU) graphics cards. Follow the installation procedures in this section. ® 5.1.1 • • • Requirements In Dual CrossFireX mode, you should have two identical CrossFireX-ready graphics cards or one CrossFireX-ready dual-GPU graphics card that are AMD® certified.
5.1.3 Installing two CrossFireX™ graphics cards The following pictures are for reference only. The graphics cards and the motherboard layout may vary with models, but the installation steps remain the same. Chapter 5 1. 2. 3. 4. Prepare two CrossFireX-ready graphics cards. Insert the two graphics card into the PCIEX16 slots.
5.1.4 Installing the device drivers Refer to the documentation that came with your graphics card package to install the device drivers. 5.1.5 Enabling the AMD® CrossFireX™ Chapter 5 Ensure that your PCI Express graphics card driver supports the AMD® CrossFireX™ technology. Download the latest driver from the AMD website (www.amd.com). technology After installing your graphics cards and the device drivers, enable the CrossFireX™ feature through the AMD Catalyst™ Control Center in Windows environment.
Chapter 5 5-4 Chapter 5: Multiple GPU technology support
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