V4-M3N8200 ASUS PC (Desktop Barebone) Installation Manual
E4205 First Edition October 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”).
Table of contents Notices.......................................................................................................... vi Safety information...................................................................................... vii About this guide........................................................................................ viii System package contents............................................................................ x Chapter 1: System introduction 1.1 1.2 1.3 1.
Table of contents 2.10 LED cables.................................................................................... 2-19 Reinstalling the cover................................................................. 2-20 Chapter 3: Starting up 3.1 Installing an operating system.................................................... 3-2 3.3 Support DVD information............................................................. 3-3 3.2 Powering up...................................................................
Table of contents 5.3 Main menu................................................................................... 5-15 5.3.1 System Time.................................................................. 5-15 5.3.3 Legacy Diskette A.......................................................... 5-15 5.3.2 5.3.4 5.3.5 5.4 5.3.6 5.4.1 5.4.4 Onboard Devices Configuration..................................... 5-30 5.4.7 Chipset...........................................................................
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 the power supply is broken, do not try to fix it by yourself. Contact a qualified service technician or your retailer.
About this guide Audience This guide provides general information and installation instructions about the ASUS Vintage V4-M3N8200 barebone system. This guide is intended for experienced users and integrators with hardware knowledge of personal computers. How this guide is organized This guide contains the following parts: viii 1. Chapter 1: System introduction This chapter gives a general description of the ASUS V4-M3N8200.
Conventions used in this guide 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 aid in completing a task. Where to find more information Refer to the following sources for additional information and for product and software updates. 1.
System package contents Check your V4-M3N8200 system package for the following items. If any of the items is damaged or missing, contact your retailer immediately. Item description 1. ASUS V4-M3N8200 barebone system with • ASUS motherboard • Power supply unit • ASUS chassis 2. Cable • AC power cable 3. Support CD 4.
This chapter gives a general description of the ASUS V4-M3N8200. The chapter lists the system features including introduction on the front and rear panel, and internal components.
1.1 Welcome! Thank you for choosing the ASUS V4-M3N8200! The ASUS V4-M3N8200 is an all-in-one barebone system with a versatile home entertainment feature. The system comes in a stylish casing and powered by the ASUS motherboard with the AMD Socket AM2+ that supports the AMD® Phenom™FX / Phenom™ / Athlon™ / SempronTM processors. The system supports up to 8 GB of system memory using DDR2-1066/800/ 667/533 DIMMs. High-resolution graphics via Nvidia on board Gfx or PCI Express x16 slot, Serial ATA, USB 2.
1. 5.25-inch drive bay cover 3. 2.5-inch portable hard disk drive* 2. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 3.5-inch drive bay cover MemoryStick®/Memory Stick Pro™ card slot Secure Digital™/Multimedia Card slot Card reader LED Infrared window* CompactFlash®/Microdrive™ card slot 9. Microphone port 11. USB 2.0 ports** 10. Headphone port 12. HDD LED 13. Power LED 14. Power button The portable hard disk drive and the Infrared function are optional.
1.3 Rear panel The system rear panel includes the power connector and several I/O ports that allow convenient connection of devices. 3 1 4 2 6 5 7 8 9 10 12 11 7 7 13 18 14 19 15 16 17 20 Do NOT cover the rear vent , and the ambience temperature is limited up to 35oC to prevent the system from overheating. 1. 2. 3. 4. 1-4 Voltage selector. This switch allows you to adjust the system input voltage according to the voltage supply in your area.
5. Chassis fan vent. This vent is for the fan that provides ventilation inside the system chassis. 6. PS/2 keyboard port. This purple 6-pin connector is for a PS/2 keyboard. 7. USB 2.0 ports 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, and 6. These 4-pin Universal Serial Bus (USB) ports are available for connecting USB 2.0 devices. 8. Optical S/PDIF Out port. This port connects an external audio output device via an optical S/PDIF cable. 9. HDMI port.
11. ESATA port. This port connects an external Serial ATA hard disk. 12. VGA port. This 15-pin port is for a VGA monitor or other VGA-compatible devices. 13. LAN (RJ-45) port. This port allows Gigabit connection to a Local Area Network (LAN) through a network hub. 14. Side Speaker Out port (gray). This port connects the sie speakers in an 8-channel audio configuration. 15. Microphone port (pink). This port connects a microphone. 16. Line Out port (lime). This port connects a headphone or a speaker.
Voltage selector The PSU has a 115 V/230 V voltage selector switch located beside the power connector. Use this switch to select the appropriate system input voltage according to the voltage supply in your area. If the voltage supply in your area is 100‑127 V, set this switch to 115 V. If the voltage supply in your area is 200‑240 V, set this switch to 230 V.
1.4 Internal components The illustration below is the internal view of the system when you remove the top cover and the power supply unit. The installed components are labeled for your reference. Proceed to Chapter 2 for instructions on installing additional system components. 5 2 3 6 8 7 4 1 R 9 R 12 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 1-8 10 11 Front panel cover 5.25-inch optical drive bays Floppy disk drive bay Hard disk drive bay Power supply unit CPU socket 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12.
Chapter 2 Basic installation This chapter provides step-by-step instructions on how to install components in the system.
2.1 Preparation Before you proceed, make sure that you have all the components you plan to install in the system. Basic components to install 1. Central Processing Unit (CPU) 3. Expansion card(s) 2. 4. 5. Tool 6. DDR2 Dual Inline Memory Module (DIMM) Hard disk drive Optical drive Floppy disk drive Phillips (cross) screw driver 2.2 Before you proceed Take note of the following precautions before you install components into the system.
2.3 Removing the side cover and front panel assembly Follow the steps below to remove the side cover and front panel assembly. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Remove the cover screws on the rear panel. Pull the side cover toward the rear panel until its hooks disengage from the chassis tab holes. Set the side cover aside. Locate the front panel assembly hooks, then lift them until they disengage from the chassis.
2.4 Central Processing Unit (CPU) The motherboard comes with a 940-pin AM2+ socket designed for the AMD Athlon™ 64 X2/Athlon™ 64/Sempron™ processor. The AM2+ socket has a different pinout from the 940-pin socket designed for the AMD Opteron™ processor. Make sure you use a CPU is designed for the AM2+ socket. The CPU fits in only one correct orientation.
3. 4. Position the CPU above the socket such that the CPU corner with the gold triangle matches the socket corner with a small triangle. Carefully insert the CPU into the socket until it fits in place. Please make sure your CPU is fully plugged-in to reduce abnormal symptom. 5. 6. When the CPU is in place, push down the socket lever to secure the CPU. The lever clicks on the side tab to indicate that it is locked.
2.4.2 Installing the heatsink and fan Make sure that you use only AMD-certified heatsink and fan assembly. Follow these steps to install the CPU heatsink and fan. 1. Place the heatsink on top of the installed CPU, making sure that the heatsink fits properly on the retention module base. • The retention module base is already installed on the motherboard upon purchase. • You do not have to remove the retention module base when installing the CPU or installing other motherboard components.
2. Attach one end of the retention bracket to the retention module base. 1 2 4 3 3. 5 Align the other end of the retention bracket (near the retention bracket lock) to the retention module base. A clicking sound denotes that the retention bracket is in place. Make sure that the fan and heatsink assembly perfectly fits the retention mechanism module base, otherwise you cannot snap the retention bracket in place. 4. 5.
2.5 Installing a DIMM The system motherboard comes with four Double Data Rate 2 (DDR2) Dual Inline Memory Module (DIMM) sockets. DIMM_B2 112 Pins 128 Pins DIMM_B1 DIMM_A2 DIMM_A1 The following figure illustrates the location of the sockets: R 240-pin DDR2 DIMM Sockets 2.5.1 Channel Sockets Channel A DIMM_A1 and DIMM A2 Channel B DIMM_B1 and DIMM B2 Memory configurations You may install 256 MB, 512 MB, 1 GB, and 2 GB unbuffered ECC and non-ECC DDR2 DIMMs into the DIMM sockets.
• When using only one memory module, start installing the DDR2 DIMM from slot DIMM_A1 or DIMM_B1 for better overclocking capability.
Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR2-533 MHz capability Size Vendor Model CL Brand SS/ DS Component DIMM support B* C* N/A Infineon SS HYB18T512800AF3733336550 · · M378T6553BG0-CD5 4 Samsung SS K4T51083QB-GCD5 · · HY HYMP512U64CP8-C4 AB 4 Hynix DS HY5PS12821CFP-C4 · · 512MB Micron MT 16HTF6464AG-53EB2 4 Micron DS D9BOM · · 1G Corsair VS1GB533D2 N/A Corsair DS 64M8CFEGQIB0900718 · · 512MB Elpida EBE51UD8ABFA-5C-E N/A Elpida SS E5108AB-5C-E · · 512MB Tra
Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR2-800 MHz capability Size Vendor Model CL Brand SS/ DS Component DIMM support B* C* Hynix DS HY5PS12821AFP-S6 · · 5 Apacer DS AM4B5808CQJS8E0740E · · M20AD6G3H3160I1E58 N/A ADATA SS AD29608A8A-25EG80720 · · VDATA M2GVD6G3I4170I1E53 N/A VDATA DS VD29608A8A-25EG30647 · · PSC AL7E8F73C-8E1 PSC SS A3R1GE3CFF734MAA0E · · 1G HY HYMP512U64AP8-S6 AA 2G Apacer 78.A1GA0.
2.5.2 Installing a DDR2 DIMM Make sure to unplug the power supply before adding or removing DIMMs or other system components. Failure to do so may cause severe damage to both the motherboard and the components. 1. 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.
2.6 Expansion slots In the future, you may need to install expansion cards. The following sub‑sections describe the slots and the expansion cards that they support. Make sure to unplug the power cord before adding or removing expansion cards. Failure to do so may cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components. PCI Express Graphics Slot supports most of the ATi® and NVDIA® graphics cards, except some ATi® graphics cards of old version, such as ATi® X300, X550, X700, and X800 series. 2.6.
Standard interrupt assignments IRQ 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 Standard function Standard timer Keyboard High precision event timer IRQ holder for PCI steering COM1 IRQ holder for PCI steering Floppy controller Printer port High precision event timer AMD ACPI-Compliant system IRQ holder for PCI steering IRQ holder for PCI steering Microsoft PS/2 mouse Numeric data processor Primary IDE Slave IDE * These IRQs are usually available for ISA or PCI devices.
2.6.3 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. 2.6.4 PCI Express x1 slot This motherboard supports PCI Express x1 network cards, SCSI cards and other cards that comply with the PCI Express specifications. The figure shows a network card installed on the PCI Express x1 slot. 2.6.
2.7 Installing storage drives 2.7.1 Installing an optical drive 1. 2. 3. 4. Place the chassis upright, then remove the upper 5.25” drive bay metal plate cover. Insert the optical drive to the bay, then carefully push the drive until its screw holes align with the holes on the bay. 2 3 3 Secure the optical drive with two screws on both sides of the bay. Connect the IDE (A) and power (B) plugs to connectors at the back of the drive. B A 2.7.
2.7.3 1. Installing a hard disk drive Remove the 3.5-inch hard drive holder out of the chassis. The 3.5-inch hard drive holder is optional. 2. 3. 4. Insert the hard disk drive to the 3.5inch hard drive holder, then carefully push the drive until its screw holes align with the holes on the holder. 3 3 Secure the hard disk drive with two screws on both sides of the bay. 2 Replace the hard drive holder to the chassis and secure the screws.
2.8 Reinstalling the front panel assembly and side cover To reinstall the front panel assembly and side cover: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Insert the front panel assembly hinge-like tabs to the holes on the right side of the chassis. Swing the front panel assembly to the left, then insert the hooks to the chassis until the front panel assembly fits in place. Insert the six side cover hooks into the chassis tab holes . Push the side cover to the direction of the front panel until it fits in place.
2.9 Re-connecting cables You may have disconnected some cables when you were installing components. You must re-connect these cables before you replace the chassis cover.
2.10 Reinstalling the cover If you installed an optical and/or floppy disk drive, remove the bay cover(s) on the front panel assembly before reinstalling it to the chassis. To do this: 1. 2. 3. 4. Locate the bay cover locks. Press the locks outward to release the bay cover. Push the bay cover inward, then set it aside. Follow the same instructions to remove the 3.5” drive bay cover. To reinstall the front panel assembly and side cover: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5.
Chapter 3 Starting up This chapter helps you power up the system and install drivers and utilities from the support DVD.
3.1 Installing an operating system The barebone system supports Windows® 32/64-bit XP and 32/64-bit Vista operating systems (OS). Always install the latest OS version and corresponding updates so you can maximize the features of your hardware. Because motherboard settings and hardware options vary, use the setup procedures presented in this chapter for general reference only. Refer to your OS documentation for more information. 3.
3.3 Support DVD information The support DVD that came with the system contains useful software and several utility drivers that enhance the system features. 3.3.1 • Screen display and options may not be the same for different operating system versions. • The contents of the support DVD are subject to change at any time without notice. Visit the ASUS website for updates. Running the support DVD To begin using the support DVD, place the DVD in your optical drive.
3.3.2 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 Drivers Launches the ASUS InstallAll driver installation wizard. Norton Internet Security 2008 Installs the Norton Internet Security 2008 softwawre to protect your PC from the latest online threads. AMD Cool ‘n’ Quiet Driver Installs the AMD Cool ‘n’ Quiet driver.
3.3.3 Utilities menu The Utilities menu shows the applications and other software that the motherboard supports. Click to display the next screen. Click to display the previous screen. ASUS InstAll - Installation Wizard for Utilities Launches the ASUS InstallAll utilities installation wizard. ASUS Update The ASUS Update utility allows you to update the motherboard BIOS in a Windows® environment.
Adobe Acrobat Reader 8 Installs the Adobe® Acrobat® Reader that allows you to read documents in Portable Document Format (PDF). Microsoft DirectX 9.0c Installs the Microsoft® DirectX 9.0c driver. The Microsoft DirectX® 9.0c is a multimedia technology that enhances computer graphics and sound. DirectX® improves the multimedia features of you computer so you can enjoy watching TV and movies, capturing videos, or playing games in your computer. Visit the Microsoft website (www.microsoft.com) for updates.
3.3.4 Make Disk menu The Make Disk menu allows you to make a RAID driver disk. Click to display the next screen. Click to display the previous screen. NVIDIA 32bit/64bit XP SATA RAID Driver Allows you to create an NVIDIA® 32-bit / 64-bit XP Serial ATA (SATA) RAID driver disk for Windows® XP Operating System (OS). NVIDIA Vista 32bit/64bit SATA RAID Driver Allows you to create an NVIDIA® 32-bit / 64-bit Serial ATA (SATA) RAID driver disk for Windows® Vista Operating System (OS).
NVIDIA 32bit/64bit XP AHCI Driver Allows you to create an NVIDIA® 32-bit / 64-bit AHCI driver disk for Windows® XP Operating System (OS). NVIDIA 32bit/64bit Vista AHCI Driver Allows you to create an NVIDIA® 32-bit / 64-bit AHCI driver disk for Windows® Vista Operating System (OS). JMicron JMB36X 32bit/64bit RAID/AHCI Driver Allows you to create a JMicron JMB36X 32bit/64bit RAID/AHCI Driver disk. 3.3.5 Manual menu The Manual menu contains a list of supplementary user manuals.
3.3.6 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.
3-10 Chapter 3: Starting up
This chapter gives information about he motherboard that comes with the system. This chapter includes the motherboard layout, jumper settings, and connector locations.
4.1 Introduction The Vintage V4-M3N8200 barebone system comes with an ASUS motherboard. This chapter provides technical information about the motherboard for future upgrades or system reconfiguration. 4.2 Motherboard layout 24.4cm (9.6in) KB_USB56 CPU_FAN ATX12V R SATA2 SATA1 PCIEX1_1 CHA_FAN SB_PWR CLRTC PCIEX16 CR2032 3V Lithium Cell CMOS Power PCI1 VT1708B 8Mb BIOS PCI2 SPDIF_OUT AAFP 4-2 Super I/O FLOPPY USB78 PANEL CHASSIS LPT PRI_IDE Realtek 8211CL-GR 24.4cm (9.
4.3 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. 3. Move the jumper cap from pins 1-2 (default) to pins 2-3.
4.4 1. Connectors Floppy disk drive connector (34-1 pin FLOPPY) This connector is for the floppy disk drive (FDD) signal cable. Insert one end of the cable to this connector, then connect the other end to the signal connector at the back of the floppy disk drive. • Pin 5 on the connector is removed to prevent incorrect cable connection when using an FDD cable with a covered Pin 5. • The Floppy Disk Drive signal cable is purchased separately.
3. IDE connectors (40-1 pin PRI_IDE) The onboard IDE connector is for an 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(s).
4. Serial ATA connectors (7-pin SATA1 [red], SATA2 [red], SATA3 [red], SATA4 [black], SATA5 [black]) These connectors are for the Serial ATA signal cables for Serial ATA 3Gb/s hard disk and optical disk drives. The Serial ATA 3Gb/s is backward compatible with Serial ATA 1.5Gb/s specification. The data transfer rate of the Serial ATA 3Gb/s is faster than the standard parallel ATA with 133 MB/s (Ultra DMA133).
5. 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, ensuring that the black wire of each cable matches the ground pin of the connector. Do not forget to connect the fan cables to the fan connectors. Insufficient air flow inside the system may damage the motherboard components.
R USB910 USB1112 1 USB+5V USB_P10USB_P10+ GND NC USB+5V USB_P7USB_P7+ GND 1 USB+5V USB_P11USB_P11+ GND USB78 USB+5V USB_P12USB_P12+ GND NC USB connectors (10-1 pin USB78, USB910, USB1112) These connectors are for USB 2.0 ports. Connect the USB module cable to any of these connectors, then install the module to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis. These USB connectors comply with USB 2.0 specification that supports up to 480 Mbps connection speed. USB+5V USB_P8USB_P8+ GND NC 7.
9. Serial port connectors (10-1 pin COM1) The connector is for a serial (COM) port. Connect the serial port module cable to the connector, then install the module to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis. The serial port bracket (COM1) is purchased separately. PIN1 COM1 R COM Port Connector 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 High Definition Audio or AC`97 audio standard.
11. 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.
13. ATX power connectors (24-pin ATX-PWRGD, 4-pin ATX12V) These connectors are for an ATX power supply. 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.
14. System panel connector (20-8 pin PANEL) This connector supports several chassis-mounted functions. PANEL SPEAKER +5V Ground Ground Speaker PLED- PLED+ PLED +IDE_LED System Panel Connector • • • • • 4-12 Reset Ground PWR Ground IDE_LED+ IDE_LED- R Reset PWRSW 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.
Chapter 5 BIOS setup This chapter tells how to change system settings through the BIOS Setup menus and describes the BIOS parameters.
5.1 Managing and updating your BIOS The following utilities allow you to manage and update the motherboard Basic Input/Output System (BIOS) setup. 1. 2. 3. 4. ASUS EZ Flash 2: Updates the BIOS using a floppy disk, USB Flash, or the motherboard support DVD during POST. ASUS AFUDOS: Updates the BIOS in DOS mode using a bootable floppy disk. 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.
Windows® Vista environment a. Insert a formatted, high density 1.44 MB floppy disk to the floppy disk drive. b. Click from the Windows® desktop, then select Computer. c. Right-click Floppy Disk Drive then click Format to display the Format 3 1/2 Floppy dialog box . d. Select the Create an MS-DOS startup disk check box. 2. e. Click Start. Copy the original or the latest motherboard BIOS file to the bootable floppy disk.
5.1.2 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-Test (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.
5.1.3 AFUDOS utility The AFUDOS utility allows you to update the BIOS file in DOS environment using a bootable floppy disk with the updated BIOS file. This utility also allows you to copy the current BIOS file that you can use as backup when the BIOS fails or gets corrupted during the updating process. Copying the current BIOS To copy the current BIOS file using the AFUDOS utility: 1. 2. • Ensure that the floppy disk is not write-protected and has at least 1024KB free space to save the file.
Updating the BIOS file To update the BIOS file using the AFUDOS utility: 1. Visit the ASUS website (www.asus.com) and download the latest BIOS file for the motherboard. Save the BIOS file to a bootable floppy disk. Write the BIOS filename on a piece of paper. You need to type the exact BIOS filename at the DOS prompt. 2. 3. Copy the AFUDOS utility (afudos.exe) from the motherboard support DVD to the bootable floppy disk you created earlier.
5.1.4 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility The ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 is an auto recovery tool that allows you to restore the BIOS file when it fails or gets corrupted during the updating process. You can update a corrupted BIOS file using the motherboard support DVD , the floppy disk or the USB flash disk that contains the updated BIOS file. • Prepare the motherboard support DVD, the floppy disk or the USB flash disk containing the updated motherboard BIOS before using this utility.
Recovering the BIOS from the support DVD To recover the BIOS from the support DVD: 1. Remove any floppy disk from the floppy disk drive, then turn on the system. 3. The utility displays the following message and automatically checks the floppy disk for the original or updated BIOS file. 2. Insert the support DVD to the optical drive. Bad BIOS checksum. Starting BIOS recovery... Checking for floppy...
5.1.5 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 • Update the BIOS from an updated BIOS file • • • Download the latest BIOS file from the Internet Update the BIOS directly from the Internet, and View the BIOS version information. This utility is available in the support DVD that comes with the motherboard package.
Updating the BIOS through the Internet To update the BIOS through the Internet: 5-10 1. Launch the ASUS Update utility from the Windows® desktop by clicking Start > Programs > ASUS > ASUSUpdate > ASUSUpdate. The ASUS Update main window appears. 2. Select Update BIOS from the Internet option from the drop‑down menu, then click Next. 3. Select the ASUS FTP site nearest you to avoid network traffic, or click Auto Select. Click Next.
4. 5. From the FTP site, select the BIOS version that you wish to download. Click Next. Follow the screen instructions to complete the update process. The ASUS Update utility is capable of updating itself through the Internet. Always update the utility to avail all its features. Updating the BIOS through a BIOS file To update the BIOS through a BIOS file: 1. Launch the ASUS Update utility from the Windows® desktop by clicking Start > Programs > ASUS > ASUSUpdate > ASUSUpdate.
5.2 BIOS setup program This motherboard supports a programmable Serial Peripheral Interface (SPI) chip that you can update using the provided utility described in section “5.1 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.
5.2.1 BIOS menu screen Menu items Menu bar System Time System Date Legacy Diskette A Primary IDE Master Primary IDE Slave SATA1 SATA2 SATA3 ESATA Configuration fields General help [03: 29 : 55] [Mon 01/28/2002] [1.44M,3.5 in.] Use [ENTER], [TAB] or [SHIFT-TAB] to select a field. : : : : : : Use [+] or [-] to configure system time. [Not Detected] [Not Detected] [ST380011AS] [Not Detected] [Not Detected] [Not Detected] Storage Configuration System Information v02.
5.2.3 Navigation keys At the bottom right corner of a menu screen are the navigation keys for that particular menu. Use the navigation keys to select items in the menu and change the settings. Some of the navigation keys differ from one screen to another. 5.2.4 Menu items The highlighted item on the menu bar displays the specific items for that menu. For example, selecting Main shows the Main menu items. The other items (Advanced, Power, Boot, and Exit) on the menu bar have their respective menu items.
5.3 Main menu When you enter the BIOS Setup program, the Main menu screen appears, giving you an overview of the basic system information. Refer to section “5.2.1 BIOS menu screen” for information on the menu screen items and how to navigate through them. System Time System Date Legacy Diskette A Primary IDE Master Primary IDE Slave SATA1 SATA2 SATA3 ESATA [03:30:50] [Mon 09/09/2008] [1.44M,3.5 in.] Use [ENTER], [TAB] or [SHIFT-TAB] to select a field.
5.3.4 Primary IDE Master/Slave, SATA1~3, ESATA 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.
Block (Multi-Sector Transfer) M [Auto] Enables or disables data multi-sectors transfers. When set to Auto, the data transfer from and to the device occurs multiple sectors at a time if the device supports multi-sector transfer feature. When set to [Disabled], the data transfer from and to the device occurs one sector at a time. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Auto] PIO Mode [Auto] Selects the PIO mode. Configuration options: [Auto] [0] [1] [2] [3] [4] DMA Mode [Auto] Selects the DMA mode.
5.3.5 Storage Configuration The items in this menu allow you to set or change the configurations for the IDE devices installed in the system. Select an item then press if you wish to configure the item. IDE Configuration Onboard PCI IDE Controller OnChip S-ATA Controller SATA Mode select [Enabled] [Enabled] [SATA Mode] DISABLED: disables the integrated IDE Controller. ENABLED: enables the integrated IDE Controller.
5.3.6 System Information This menu gives you an overview of the general system specifications. The BIOS automatically detects the items in this menu.
5.4 Advanced menu The Advanced menu items allow you to change the settings for the CPU and other system devices. Take caution when changing the settings of the Advanced menu items. Incorrect field values can cause the system to malfunction. Adjust System Frequency/Voltage etc. JumperFree Configuration CPU Configuration Chipset Onboard Devices Configuration PCIPnP USB Configuration Trusted Computing v02.61 (C)Copyright 1985-2008, American Megatrends, Inc. 5.4.
AI Overclocking [Auto] Allows selection of CPU overclocking options to achieve desired CPU internal frequency. Select either one of the preset overclocking configuration options: [Auto] - allows you to set overclocking parameters automatically. [Manual] - allows you to individually set overclocking parameters. [Overclock Profile] - loads overclocking profiles with optimal parameters for stability when overclocking. The following item appear only when the CPU Overclocking item is set to [Manual].
Memory Over Voltage [Auto] Allows you to select the Memory Over Voltage. The increment is 6.25mV. Configuration options: [Auto] [6.25mV] [12.5mV] [18.75mV] [25mV] ~ [393.75mV] 5.4.2 CPU Configuration CPU Configuration Module Version: 13.20 AGESA Version: 3.1.8.
5.4.3 Chipset The Chipset menu allows you to change the advanced chipset settings. Select an item then press to display the sub-menu. Advanced Chipset Setting Options for NB WARNING: Setting wrong values in below sections may cause system to malfunction. NorthBridge Configuration Southbridge Configuration Hyper Transport Configuration v02.61 (C)Copyright 1985-2008, American Megatrends, Inc.
Memory Configuration Memory Configuration Bank Interleaving Channel Interleaving Enable Clock to All DIMMs MemClk Tristate C3/ATLVID Memory Hole Remapping DCT Unganged Mode Power Down Enable [Auto] [Disabled] [Disabled] [Disabled] [Enabled] [Always] [Enabled] Enable Bank Memory Interleaving v02.61 (C)Copyright 1985-2008, American Megatrends, Inc. Bank Interleaving [Auto] Allows you to enable the bank memory interleaving.
DRAM Timing Configuration Options DRAM Timing Configuration Memory Clock Mode DRAM Timing Mode [Auto] [Auto] Auto Limit Manual Memory Clock Mode [Auto] Allows you to set the memory clock mode. Configuration options: [Auto] [Limit] [Manual] The following item appears only when the Memory Clock Mode item is set to [Limit] or [Manual]. Memclock Value [266 MHz] Allows you to select the memclock value.
TRAS [ Auto] Allows you to set TRAS. Configuration options: [5 CLK] [6 CLK] [7 CLK] [8 CLK] [9 CLK] [10 CLK] [11 CLK] [12 CLK] [13 CLK] [14 CLK] [15 CLK] [16 CLK] [17 CLK] [18 CLK] [Auto] TRC [ Auto] Allows you to set TRC. Configuration options: [11 CLK] [12 CLK] [13 CLK] [14 CLK] [15 CLK] [16 CLK] [17 CLK] [18 CLK] [19 CLK] [20 CLK] [21 CLK] [22CLK] [23 CLK] [24 CLK] [25 CLK] [26 CLK] [Auto] tWR [ Auto] Allows you to specify when the last write is registered by the DRAM.
ECC Configuration ECC Configuration ECC Mode DRAM ECC Enable DRAM SCRUB REDIRECT 4-Bit ECC Mode DRAM BG Scrub Data Cache BG Scrub L2 Cache BG Scrub L3 Cache BG Scrub [Disabled] [Disabled] [Disabled] [Disabled] [Disabled] [Disabled] [Disabled] [Disabled] Set the level of ECC protection. Note: The ‘Super’ ECC mode dynamically sets the DRAM scrub rate so all of memory is scrubbed in 8 hours.
SouthBridge Configuration SouthBridge chipset Configuration Options Primary Graphics Adapter Hybrid SLI Mode Hybrid SLI Frame buffer Size [PCIE VGA Card Firs] [mGPU Auto] [128MB] PCIE 2.
OnBoard LAN Boot ROM [Disabled] Allows you to enable or disable the OnBoard LAN Boot ROM. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] SouthBridge ACPI HPET TABLE [Enabled] Allows you to enable or disable SouthBridge ACPI HPET TABLE. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Hyper Transport Configuration Hyper Transport Configuration SB to K8(CPU) Freq Auto [Enabled] SouthBridge to K8(CPU) frequency selection by CPU capability.
5.4.4 Onboard Devices Configuration Onboard Devices Configuration Serial Port1 Address Serial Port1 Mode Parallel Port Address Parallel Port Mode [3F8/IRQ4] [Normal] [378] [Normal] Allows BIOS to select Serial Port1 Base Address. Serial Port1 Address [3F8/IRQ4] Allows you to select the Serial Port1 base address. Configuration options: [Disabled] [3F8/IRQ4][2F8/IRQ3] [3E8/IRQ4] [2E8/IRQ3] Serial Port1 Mode [Normal] Allows you to select mode for Serial Port1.
5.4.5 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.
IRQ-xx assigned to [PCI Device] When set to [PCI Device], the specific IRQ is free for use of PCI/PnP devices. When set to [Reserved], the IRQ is reserved for legacy ISA devices. Configuration options: [PCI Device] [Reserved] 5.4.6 USB Configuration The items in this menu allows you to change the USB-related features. Select an item then press to display the configuration options. USB Configuration Options Module Version - 2.24.3-13.
5.4.7 Trusted Computing The items in this menu allows you to configure Trusted Computing related settings. Select an item then press to display the configuration options. Trusted Computing TCG/TPM SUPPORT [No] Enable/Disable TPM TCG (TPM 1.1/1.2) supp in BIOS TCG/TPM SUPPORT [No] Allows you to enable or disable the TPM/TCG (TPM 1.1/1.2) support in BIOS.
5.5 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 ACPI 2.0 Support ACPI APIC support [Auto] [Disabled] [Enabled] Select the ACPI state used for System Suspend. APM Configuration Hardware Monitor 5.5.
5.5.4 APM Configuration APM Configuration Restore on AC Power Loss [Power Off] Power Power Power Power [Disabled] [Disabled] [Disabled] [Disabled] On On On On By By By By PCI Device Ring PS/2 KB/MS RTC Alarm Options Power On Power Off Restore on AC Power Loss [Power Off] When set to Power Off, the system goes into off state after an AC power loss. When set to Power On, the system goes on after an AC power loss.
5.5.5 Hardware Monitor Hardware Monitor CPU Temperature CPU Temperature MB Temperature [46ºC/114.5ºF] [34ºC/93ºF] CPU Fan Speed Chassis Fan Speed Power Fsn Speed [3276RPM] [N/A] [N/A] VCORE Voltage 3.3V Voltage 5V Voltage 12V Voltage [ 1.232V] [ 3.328V] [ 4.915V] [11.916V] Smart Q-FAN Function [Disabled] v02.61 (C)Copyright 1985-2008, American Megatrends, Inc.
5.6 Boot menu The Boot menu items allow you to change the system boot options. Select an item then press to display the sub-menu. Specifies the Boot Device Priority sequence. Boot settings Boot Device Priority A virtual floopy disk drive (Floppy Drive B:) may appear when you set the CD-ROM drive as the first boot device. Boot Settings Configuration Security v02.61 (C)Copyright 1985-2008, American Megatrends, Inc. 5.6.
5.6.2 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] 5.6.3 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 : Installed : Installed Change Supervisor Password User Access Level Change User Password Clear User Password Password Check to change password. again to disabled password. [Full Access] [Setup] User Access Level [Full Access] +F1 F10 ESC Select Screen Select Item Change Option General Help Save and Exit Exit This item allows you to select the access restriction to the Setup items.
5.7 Tools menu Press ENTER to run the utility to select and update BIOS. This utility doesn’t support: 1. NTFS format ASUS EZ Flash 2 AI NET 2 v02.61 (C)Copyright 1985-2008, American Megatrends, Inc. 5.7.1 ASUS EZ Flash 2 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. ASUSTek EZ Flash 2 BIOS ROM Utility V3.
5.7.2 AI NET 2 BIOS SETUP UTILITY Tools AI NET 2 Pair Status Check Realtek Phy LAN cable during POST. Length Check Realtek Phy LAN cable [Disabled] Check Realtek Phy LAN cable [Disabled] Allows you enable or disable checking Realtek Phy LAN cable during POST.
5.8 Exit menu The Exit menu items allow you to load the optimal or failsafe default values for the BIOS items, and save or discard your changes to the BIOS items. Exit Options Exit & Save Changes Exit & Discard Changes Discard Changes Load Setup Defaults Exit system setup after saving the changes. F10 key can be used for this operation. Pressing does not immediately exit this menu. Select one of the options from this menu or from the legend bar to exit.
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