A7N8X-X
User Guide
Contents
Notices ............................................................................................v
Safety information .......................................................................... vi
ASUS contact information ............................................................ viii
A7N8X-X specifications summary .................................................. ix
Chapter 1: Motherboard Info
1.1 Welcome! ........................................................................... 1-2
1.2 Package contents ............................................................... 1-2
1.3 Motherboard components .................................................. 1-3
1.4 Motherboard layout ............................................................ 1-6
1.5 Before you proceed ............................................................ 1-7
1.6 Central Processing Unit (CPU)........................................... 1-7
1.7 System memory ................................................................. 1-8
1.7.1 Installing a DIMM ................................................... 1-8
1.8 Expansion slots .................................................................. 1-8
1.8.1 Configuring an expansion card .............................. 1-8
1.8.2 Standard Interrupt Assignments ............................ 1-9
1.8.3 AGP slot ................................................................. 1-9
1.9 Jumpers............................................................................ 1-10
1.10 Connectors ....................................................................... 1-12
Chapter 2: BIOS Information
2.1 Managing and updating your BIOS .................................... 2-2
2.1.1 Using the computer system for the first time ......... 2-2
2.1.2 Updating BIOS procedures .................................... 2-3
2.2 BIOS Setup program .......................................................... 2-6
2.2.1 BIOS menu bar ...................................................... 2-7
2.2.2 Legend bar............................................................. 2-7
2.3 Main Menu.......................................................................... 2-9
2.3.1 Primary Master/Slave .......................................... 2-10
2.3.2 Secondary Master/Slave...................................... 2-12
2.4 Advanced Menu ............................................................... 2-13
2.4.1 Advanced BIOS Features .................................... 2-14
2.4.2 Advanced Chipset Features ................................ 2-15
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2.4.3 Integrated Peripherals ......................................... 2-18
2.4.4 Power Management Setup .................................. 2-20
2.4.5 PnP / PCI Configurations ..................................... 2-22
2.5 Security Menu .................................................................. 2-23
2.6 Hardware Monitor Menu ................................................... 2-24
2.7 Exit Menu ......................................................................... 2-26
Chapter 3: Starting Up
3.1 Install an operating system................................................. 3-2
3.2 Support CD information ...................................................... 3-2
3.2.1 Running the support CD ........................................ 3-2
3.2.2 Drivers menu ......................................................... 3-3
3.2.3 Utilities menu ......................................................... 3-3
3.2.4 ASUS Contact Information ................................................. 3-4
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Notices
Federal Communications Commission Statement
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to
the following two conditions:
• This device may not cause harmful interference, and
• This device must accept any interference received including interference
that may cause undesired operation.
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a
Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits
are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference
in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate
radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with
manufacturer’s instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio
communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not
occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful
interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by
turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the
interference by one or more of the following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from that to
which the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
The use of shielded cables for connection of the monitor to the
graphics card is required to assure compliance with FCC regulations.
Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by the
party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to
operate this equipment.
Canadian Department of Communications Statement
This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for radio noise
emissions from digital apparatus set out in the Radio Interference
Regulations of the Canadian Department of Communications.
This class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
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Safety information
Electrical safety
• To prevent electrical shock hazard, disconnect the power cable from
the electrical outlet before relocating the system.
• When adding or removing devices to or from the system, ensure that
the power cables for the devices are unplugged before the signal
cables are connected. If possible, disconnect all power cables from the
existing system before you add a device.
• Before connecting or removing signal cables from the motherboard,
ensure that all power cables are unplugged.
• Seek professional assistance before using an adpater or extension
cord. These devices could interrupt the grounding circuit.
• Make sure that your power supply is set to the correct voltage in your
area. If you are not sure about the voltage of the electrical outlet you
are using, contact your local power company.
• If the power supply is broken, do not try to fix it by yourself. Contact a
qualified service technician or your retailer.
Operation safety
• Before installing the motherboard and adding devices on it, carefully
read all the manuals that came with the package.
• Before using the product, make sure all cables are correctly connected
and the power cables are not damaged. If you detect any damage,
contact your dealer immediately.
• To avoid short circuits, keep paper clips, screws, and staples away from
connectors, slots, sockets and circuitry.
• Avoid dust, humidity, and temperature extremes. Do not place the
product in any area where it may become wet.
• Place the product on a stable surface.
• If you encounter technical problems with the product, contact a
qualified service technician or your retailer.
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Conventions used in this guide
To make sure that you perform certain tasks properly, take note of the
following symbols used throughout this manual.
WARNING/DANGER: 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: Information 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. ASUS Websites
The ASUS websites worldwide provide updated information on ASUS
hardware and software products. The ASUS websites are listed in the
ASUS Contact Information on page viii.
2. Optional Documentation
Your product package may include optional documentation, such as
warranty flyers, that may have been added by your dealer. These
documents are not part of the standard package.
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ASUS contact information
ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. (Asia-Pacific)
Address:
150 Li-Te Road, Peitou, Taipei, Taiwan 112
+886-2-2894-3447
+886-2-2894-3449
General Tel:
General Fax:
Web Site:
Technical Support
MB/Others (Tel):
Notebook (Tel):
+886-2-2890-7121 (English)
+886-2-2890-7122 (English)
Desktop/Server (Tel): +886-2-2890-7123 (English)
Support Fax: +886-2-2890-7698
ASUS COMPUTER INTERNATIONAL (America)
Address:
44370 Nobel Drive, Fremont, CA 94538, USA
+1-502-933-8713
General Fax:
General Email:
Web Site:
usa.asus.com
Technical Support
Support Fax:
General Support:
Notebook Support:
Support Email:
+1-502-933-8713
+1-502-995-0883
+1-510-739-3777 x5110
ASUS COMPUTER GmbH (Germany and Austria)
Address:
Harkortstr. 25, 40880 Ratingen, BRD, Germany
[email protected] (for marketing requests only)
+49-2102-9599-31
General Email:
General Fax:
Web Site:
Technical Support
Components:
+49-2102-9599-0
Notebook PC:
Support Fax:
+49-2102-9599-10
+49-2102-9599-11
Support Email:
ASUSTeK COMPUTER (Middle East and North Africa)
Address:
P.O. Box 64133, Dubai, U.A.E.
+9714-283-1774
+9714-283-1775
General Tel:
General Fax:
Web Site:
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A7N8X-X specifications summary
CPU
Socket A for AMD Duron™/Athlon™/Athlon™ XP 3200+ or
higher
400/333 MHz FSB Support
Chipset
Northbridge: NVIDIA® nForce2 400
Southbridge: NVIDIA® nForce2 MCP
Front Side Bus (FSB)
Memory
400/333/266/200Mhz
3 x 184-pin DDR DIMM Sockets
Max. 3 GB unbuffered PC3200/2700/2100/1600 non-ECC
DDR RAM memory.
(Visit ASUS website for latest qualified DDR400 module list.)
Expansion slots
5 x PCI
1 x AGP 8X (1.5V only)
IDE
2 x UltraDMA 133/100/66/33
Audio
LAN
Realtek ALC650 6CH with built-in HP amplifier
1 Port
MCP integrated NVIDIA MAC + Realtek 8201BL PHY
Special Features
ASUS Q-Fan Technology
ASUS C.O.P. (CPU Overheating Protection)
Power Loss Restart
CPU Throttle
Support S/PDIF in/out (optional)
Back Panel I/O Ports
1 x Parallel
1 x Serial
1 x PS/2 Keyboard
1 x PS/2 Mouse
1 x RJ45 port
1 x Audio I/O
4 x USB 2.0
Internal I/O
Connectors
1 x USB 2.0 connector supports additional 2 USB 2.0 ports
(optional)
Game connector (optional)
CPU/Power/Chassis FAN connectors
20-pin ATX Power connector
IDE LED connector, Power LED connector
Chassis Intrusion, SIR
Headphone (optional)
Front MIC (optional)
CD / AUX / Modem audio in
Front Panel Audio connector (optional)
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A7N8X-X specifications summary
BIOS features
2Mb Flash ROM, Award BIOS, TCAV, PnP, DMI2.0, DMI,
Green
PCI 2.2, USB 1.1/2.0.
Industry standard
Manageability
DMI 2.0, WOL, WOR, Chassis Intrusion, SM Bus
Device drivers
Support CD contents
ASUS PC Probe
Trend Microtm PC-cillin 2002 anti-virus software
ASUS LiveUpdate Utility
Accessories
User’s manual
Support CD
1 x UltraDMA 133/100/66 cable
FDD cable
9-pin COM cable (optional)
2-port USB/Game port bracket (optional)
I/O shield
ATX form factor: 12 in x 9.6 in
Form Factor
* Specifications are subject to change without notice.
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Chapter 1
This chapter gives information about the ASUS
A7N8X-X motherboard that came with the
system.This chapter includes the motherboard
layout, jumper settings, and connector locations.
ASUS A7N8X-X Motherboard
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1.1 Welcome!
Thank you for buying the ASUS® A7N8X-X motherboard!
The ASUS A7N8X-X motherboard is loaded with the most advanced technologies to
deliver the maximum performance for socketAprocessors. This motherboard is loaded
with value-added features for guaranteed consumer satisfaction. Unique ASUS
features such as ASUS C.O.P., ASUS Q-Fan Technology and more are included to
ensure the best user experience and value in a motherboard. For future upgrades or
system reconfiguration, this chapter provides technical information about the
motherboard.
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 ASUS A7N8X-X package for the following items.
ASUS A7N8X-X motherboard
ATX form factor: 12 in x 9.6 in
ASUS A7N8X-X series support CD
40-pin 80-conductor ribbon cable for UltraDMA/66/100/133 IDE drives
Ribbon cable for a 3.5-inch floppy drive
Bag of extra jumper caps
I/O shield
User’s Manual
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